HoCo Happenings: October 18 - 31
Here’s your weekly round up of events happening around Howard County in the next two weeks. Enjoy!
KIDS AND FAMILY
HALLOWEEN TRICKS, TREATS AND TREES
Robinson Nature Center | 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia 21044
Saturday October 19 | 9am | $10 child, $5 adult, children under 1 free | all ages
Join a self-guided adventure where nature’s “tricks” are revealed at delightful stations among the trees. Inside the nature center, make a potion with a witch, delight in Halloween-inspired music and puppet shows. Make crafts and take part in tot-friendly challenges. Meet live animals and enjoy healthy treats from our sponsors (MOM’s Organic Market and David’s Natural Market). Check out a full list of events here.
SCARECROW DIY
North Laurel Community Center, 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road, Laurel 20723
Saturday October 19 | 10-11am | $10 members, $15 nonmembers | ages 3-12
Get creative at our scarecrow making event. Bring a baby footed pajama outfit to dress your scarecrow, we will provide the rest! Pre-registration is required; children must be accompanied by an adult.
FLOATING PUMPKIN PATCH
North Laurel Community Center, 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road, Laurel 20723
Saturday October 19 | 2-3:30pm | $12 members, $15 non-members | ages 2-11
Join us for a thrilling time with your family and friends. Jump into our heated pool to find your floating pumpkin. Enjoy games, crafts and refreshments. Children can come dressed in their favorite costume; but don't forget their bathing suit! Preregistration is required; children must be accompanied by an adult.
HALLOWEEN TRICKS, TREATS AND TREES
Robinson Nature Center | 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia 21044
Sunday October 20 | 9am | $10 child, $5 adult, children under 1 free | all ages
Join a self-guided adventure where nature’s “tricks” are revealed at delightful stations among the trees. Inside the nature center, make a potion with a witch, delight in Halloween-inspired music and puppet shows. Make crafts and take part in tot-friendly challenges. Meet live animals and enjoy healthy treats from our sponsors (MOM’s Organic Market and David’s Natural Market). Check out a full list of events here.
OCTOBER KIDS ART NIGHT WITH THE CREATIVE CAN ART STUDIO
Food Plenty: 12250 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville 21029
Monday October 21 | 6-8pm | $35 per child | ages 5+
Back by popular demand, we are resuming our KIDS ART NIGHTS this Fall! Join us for another special family-friendly evening on October 21st. Parents can enjoy dinner at Food Plenty while their kids take part in a supervised art project in our Porch Room. Our previous Kids Art events sold out quickly (space is limited), so don’t wait to get your tickets. Available for purchase.
HALLOWEEN AT TURF VALLEY TOWNE SQUARE
Turf Valley Town Square: 11075 Resort Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Thursday October 24 | 5:30-7pm | free | 10 and under
Join the festivities! Visit Turf Valley Towne Square for Trick-or-Treating* through the Square on Thursday, October 24, 2019. PLUS--create something fun at our PUMPKIN DECORATING station! *while supplies last* Children are encouraged to dress up for a spooktacular time!
TRUCK OR TREAT
Gary J. Arthur Community Center: 2400 Rt 97, Cooksville 21723
Saturday October 26 | 10am-1pm | $10 child, $5 adult, children under 1 free | all ages
Get in gear for a "wheely" fun day to celebrate Halloween! Come dressed in your favorite costume to trick-or-treat at all of the trucks, tractors, emergency vehicles, and more while meeting some of your hometown heroes! Enjoy live music, hayrides, face painting, children's activities, giveaways, story time and more fall fun! Food trucks will be present offering food for purchase.
LONG REACH HALLOWEEN PARTY
Stone House: 8775 Cloudleap Court, Columbia, Maryland 21045
Saturday October 26 | 1:30-3pm | free | 10 and under
Join us for spooky family fun! Costumes encouraged! There will be a magic show, pumpkin decoration, and light refreshments. Intended for children 10 and under. Adult supervision required. No registration is required for this free event. Questions? Email events@longreach.org or call 410-730-8113
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS
Kings Contrivance Village at Amherst House: 7251 Eden Brook Dr, Columbia, Maryland 21046
Saturday October 26 | 5-6:30pm | free | all ages
Saturday, October 26, 2019, 5:00-6:30pm at Amherst House. Daisy the Clown is back with three, free, magic shows at 5:00, 5:45, and 6:30pm. Walk around the village center to trick-or-treat and visit the Haunted House in the courtyard (sponsored by the Hammond High School Music Department). Village center events take place from 5:00-8:00pm.
ADULTS
GHOSTLY GUIDES AT THE PATAPSCO FEMALE INSTITUTE
Patapsco Female Institute: 3685 Court House Dr, Ellicott City 21043
Friday October 18 | 8-11pm | $25 per person | 16+
Gain exclusive after-hours access to PFI's ruins and see what adventures await you! Tour the ruins, learn about various ghost hunting equipment, and then explore the former girl's school to ask unseen residents questions, take photos, and detect supernatural activity.
YAPPY HOUR
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City 21042
Friday October 18 | 6pm | Free | Family Friendly
The Bin hosts Yappy hour in the parking lot adjacent to our building. Bring your well-behaved leashed dog or come without a dog and enjoy everyone else’s dog. Donations and a portion of our sales benefit dog charities. Live Music, Popcorn and a Free Beer and Wine tasting. Your dog is welcome inside The Bin as well. This is a free family friendly event. Check the Wine Bin's Facebook page for an update if the weather is questionable.
HARVEST AT THE HILL FESTIVAL
Manor Hill Brewing: 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Saturday October 19 | 4-8:30pm | $15 general admission, $30 VIP, Under 21 free | all ages
Manor Hill Farm will be hosting their annual Harvest at the Hill Festival on their 54-acre working farm in Ellicott City, Maryland. Manor Hill Brewing will be providing beer for the event… highlights include: Live Music from local bands, farm tours and education activities, brewery tours, farm brewed beers from Manor Hill Brewing being poured throughout the farm, food truck, yard games and more!
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR PALATE: DEVELOP YOUR SENSE OF TASTE TO BETTER ENJOY WINE
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City 21042
Friday October 25 | 7pm | $25 ($10 credit towards purchase) | 21+
Let’s face it, understanding all those wine terms is one thing but knowing what they mean in the glass is another thing. In this class you will learn how to move out of your wine comfort zone so that you can appreciate and enjoy all wines from around the world. Call the Wine Bin with questions: 410.465.7802
GHOSTLY GUIDES
Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum: 3711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City, Maryland 21043
Saturday October 26 | 8-11pm | $25 | ages16 and up
Gain exclusive after-hours access to the oldest railroad station in America and see what eerie adventures await you! Tour the museum, lean about ghost hunting equipment, then explore the museum to ask unseen residents questions, take photos, and detect supernatural activity. Info: Emily Mosher, 410.313.0419 or emosher@howardcountymd.gov.
