October 2009 If the cooler air doesn't give you a chill, Harford's haunted attractions sure will!! Visit Legends of the Fog for a good scare, or take in a spirit walk or ghost tour of Havre de Grace. October also brings the ever popular Darlington Apple Festival, and Havre de Grace's Graw Days! Visit our new nightlife section on the web and this newsletter and visit Harford's hotspots when planning your fall calendar. And don't count all the joys of summer out yet...Wini enjoys a crab feast and gives picking instructions to BRAC newcomers in her latest vlog! October 2nd First Fridays in Bel Air & Havre de Grace Enjoy an outdoor festival, live music in the streets, stores and galleries open late, specials and discounts in restaurants and stores, and free activities for the kids all in Downtown Bel Air (5-8 pm) & Havre de Grace (5-9 pm). 410-638-1023 (Bel Air); www.downtownbelair.com; 410-939-1811 (Hdg); www.mainstreethdg.com     October 2nd-31st Legends of the Fog Get spooked at this haunted attraction, complete with a haunted hayride, haunted corn maze, haunted house and a corn maze under the stars. 410.879.8277; www.legendsofthefog.com     October 3rd-31st Applewood Farm Pumpkin Picking Come out to Applewood Farm to get in the spirit of the season. The farm will be hosting pumpkin picking and other fun activities, including a corn maze, hay rides and a petting zoo, every weekend in October. 10 am-4 pm; $3 per person, under 3 free; 443.417.6329; www.applewoodfarm.org     October 3rd Darlington Apple Festival The scenic village of Darlington hosts its annual apple festival offering a harvest of local mums, pumpkins, and of course APPLES! Entertain the kids all day long with games, pony rides, even scarecrow stuffing, family hayrides and endless food options. Enjoy music and entertainment as well as hundreds of local country crafters selling their work. 10 am-5 pm; 410.457.4189; www.darlingtonapplefest.org     October 8th Meg Page Art Exhibit Fundraiser & Sale Meg Page, botanical and naturalist painter, returns to Ladew with a comprehensive show of paintings during the 10th anniversary of Ladew's Nature Walk. Join us for the Artist's Reception. 6-8 pm; Members: $25, Non-Members: $35; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com     October 9th-10th, 16th-17th, 23rd-24th, 30th-31st Havre de Grace Haunted History & Ghost Tours Ready to get spooked? Come on the guided walking tours outdoors through downtown Havre de Grace with documented and true history, ghost, and murder stories about various locations. Reservations necessary; $12; 7 & 8:30 pm; 410.939.1811; www.mainstreethdg.com     October 10th-11th The Redcoats are Coming! & Colonial Craftsmen Weekend Visit the Historic Jerusalem Mill Village to visit & talk with the soldiers. View cavalry, artillery & infantry demonstrations. Craftsmen camp and sell their colonial wares. Tour historic buildings, music, food & gift shop. 10 am- 4 pm; Adults: $7, Kids: $5, Seniors, Active military & Under 16: $5; 410.877.3560; www.jerusalemmill.org     October 10th The Graw Days Festival & Gala Start with a fun-filled, day-long Street Festival with live music, great food, artists and crafters, historic educational displays, sidewalk sales, street performers, and kids' games, to celebrate the City's horse-racing history. Carriage rides, silent auction, beer garden, & bake sales. Good old-fashioned fun! Later, head over to the gala for a fun evening of blues and jazz with the Swingin' Swamies, great food, casino, 1920's attire or black tie, in "The Graw" racetrack original clubhouse. Festival: 10 am-5 pm, Gala: 7-11 pm; 410.939.1811; www.mainstreethdg.com     October 10th-12th WAGS Soccer Tournament Looking for a fun-filled weekend? Come to Cedar Lane Regional Park to watch 110 soccer teams play on 13 fields. 443.807.1767; www.cedarlanesports.org     October 11th 11th Annual Swanfest The 11th annual Swanfest in Havre de Grace boasts arts and crafts, live entertainment, hayrides to the pumpkin patch where you can pick your own pumpkin, food, and children’s activities throughout the day. 11 am-4 pm; $5 per car; 410.939.6767; www.swanharborfarm.org     October 11th British Antique Car Show at Ladew The MGs of Baltimore Car Club displays antique MGs, Triumphs, Jaguars and other classic British cars at Ladew Topiary Gardens from 1-4 pm. Weather permitting. Members: free, Adults: $10, Seniors & students: $8, Kids: $2; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com     October 16th Havre de Grace Chamber of Commerce Bull & Oyster Roast Come out for a night of fun at the Havre de Grace Community Center! Includes carving stations, shucking stations, buffet & beverages, Chinese auction, Silent Auction, games, music & more. 7-11 pm; $40; 410.939.3303; www.hdgchamber.com     October 17th Harford Fall Festival Come out to The Equestrian Center for budget-friendly, family fun activities. Festival includes moon bounces, carnival games, hay ride, pony rides, petting zoo, car show & food. Local musicians perform. Children will have full access to all attractions with a $5 wristband. A fun day for a good cause—raising money for food banks and homeless shelters. FREE with non-perishable food donation; 410.688.3478; www.HarfordFallFest.com     October 24th Boo-Seum & Bat Ball The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum has gone batty! Come to the boo-seum for fall and Halloween fun. Come to the Bat Ball for all kinds of fun; prizes for best bat and Batman. 11 am-5 pm & 6 pm-8 pm; Refreshments available; Boo-seum: free with admission; Call for Ball tickets; 410/939.4800; www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org     October 24th Spirit Walk of Angel Hill Cemetery Meet interesting residents of Angel Hill Cemetery in Havre de Grace, listen to their stories, hear about their ends on this hour long walk. 6 pm; $10 per person; 410.939.5780; www.lockhousemuseum.org     October 25th Tour Tudor Hall - Historic Booth Family Home A rare opportunity to tour the family home of the Booth family in Bel Air. $3 donation; 1, 2 & 3 pm; Reservations required; 443.243/7571; www.spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com     October 30th Preschool Halloween Party at Eden Mill Wear your favorite costume! Meet some critters from the nature center, listen to a story, enjoy a snack, make a craft, and have fun! Bring a drink and wrapped candy if you wish! An adult needs to attend this program with the child. 10-11 am; Pre-registration required; Members: $5, Non-Members: $8; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org     October 31st Legends of the Fog: Twilight Trick or Treat Hayride Children 10 & under can come out with costumes for this fun hayride. Treats will be handed out. 4-6 pm; $5 per child with adult; 410.459.7574; www.legendsofthefog.com     County Executive David R. Craig Harford County Office of Tourism 220 South Main Street / Bel Air, Maryland 21014 Visitor Info: 1.888.544.Go95 (4695) Office: 410.638.3327 / Fax: 410.879.8043 info@harfordmd.com