Events Calendar

Kings Contrivance Village Fall Open Space Clean-up — Participants should sign in at Amherst House in Kings Contrivance Village Center and can enter a drawing for gift certificates. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 1, Amherst House, 7251 Eden Brook Drive, Columbia. 410-381-9600.

Howard County Iron Bridge Hounds — Hosted by Sharp's at Waterford Farm. Presents the Howard County Iron Bridge Hounds, who will ride the farm. Visitors should bring binoculars to catch the spectacular view of hounds, horses, riders and hunt master as the traditional fox chase rides the countryside. Also featuring hayrides to the pumpkin fields. 11 a.m. Oct. 1, Sharp's at Waterford Farm, 4003 Jennings Chapel Road, Brookeville. 410-489-2572.

Light the Night Walk — Sponsored by the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Presents the Light the Night Walk, which funds lifesaving research and support for people battling blood cancers. No fitness requirements. Individuals can walk individually or as part of a team; make a donation online; or become a volunteer or sponsor/partner. Walk begins at dusk. Every walker is encouraged to raise $100. 5 p.m. Oct. 1, Maple Lawn Home, 7600 Maple Lawn Blvd., Fulton. 443-471-1611.

Zombie Apocalypse Survival Training — Hosted by Terrapin Adventures. To benefit Family and Children's Services of Howard County. Presents three sessions for participants to navigate challenges that test their endurance, agility, strength, courage and accuracy as "zombies" chase them through woods and obstacle courses, up climbing towers and on the ziplines. Participants must be at least 8-years-old, 70 pounds and 48" tall. Offered three times: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., noon-4 p.m. and 2-6 p.m. Oct. 2, Terrapin Adventures, 8600 Foundry St., Savage. $75. 301-725-1313.

Pedal and Pick Your Own — Hosted by Terrapin Adventures. Featuring a two-hour, 13.3-mile guided bike tour, beginning and ending at Larriland Farms, with the opportunity for participants to pick berries, apples and vegetables on their nearly 80 acres. Price does not include the purchase of fruit picked. Bikes, helmets and water provided. For ages 12 and older; must be at least 5 ft. tall. Children ages 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Participants can bring their own bike for the tour for $25. Minimum tour size of six people and maximum of 12. Oct. 8, Terrapin Adventures, 8600 Foundry St., Savage. $49.95. 301-725-1313.

Maryland Native Tree Tour Through Fall-Hued Woods — Presented by the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission. Certified (and long-time) arborist Doug Sievers will share his knowledge and enthusiasm about Maryland's native trees during an easy walk through the Patuxent. 9 a.m.-noon Oct. 9, Pig Tail Recreation Area, 5600 Green Bridge Road, Dayton. Free. 301-206-8233.

Religion

Blessing of the Animals — Sponsored by St. Andrew's Episcopal Church of Glenwood. Presents the celebration of St. Francis Day with the Blessing of the Animals. Attendees should bring their haltered or leashed pet by the barn for the animal parade to the blessing and short prayer service led by Dina van Klaveren. Open to the public. 4 p.m. Oct. 2, Sharp's at Waterford Farm, 4003 Jennings Chapel Road, Brookeville. Free; donations accepted. 410-489-2572.

Mini Church Service for Seniors — Held every second and fourth Saturday of the month through December. Volunteers are needed for music. 2:15-3:15 p.m. Oct. 8, 6334 Cedar Lane, 6334 Cedar Lane, Columbia. 410-908-7805.

Reunions

Howard High School Multi-Year Reunion — Howard High School classes of 1980 and 1981 will hold a combined 30-year reunion, featuring food, music and a photo booth. Spouses welcome to attend. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Oct. 8, Elks Benevolent and Protective Order of Catonsville Lodge, 2832 Frederick Ave, Baltimore. $50.

Speakers

Master Class with Tara Betts — Hosted by the Howard County Poetry and Literature Society. Presents a poetry master class with Tara Betts, entitled "Minding the Stops, Minding the Line," on Oct. 4. Betts will join poet Terrance Hayes for an evening reading and discussion at "A Promise of Poetry," followed by a question and answer period, on Oct. 5. A reception, book sale and signing will follow. 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5, Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. Adults: $15; seniors and students with valid student ID: $10. 410-772-4800.

Theater

'Our Town' — Performed by the Chesapeake Shakespeare Co. Directed by Founding Artistic Director, Ian Gallanar. 8 p.m. Oct. 7-8, 5 p.m. Oct. 9, Patapsco Female Institute And Historic Park, 3691 Sarahs Lane, Ellicott City. Thursdays and Fridays: $32 adults, $25 seniors, $15 students; Saturdays and Sundays: $36 adults, $25 seniors, $15 students. 410-313-8661.