What happens when a horror movie composer and a guitar maker join forces? They create the world’s most disturbing musical instrument. Affectionately known as "The Apprehension Engine," this one-of-a-kind instrument was commissioned by movie composer Mark Korven. Korven wanted to create spooky noises in a more acoustic and original way—but the right instrument didn't exist. So his friend, guitar maker Tony Duggan-Smith, went deep into his workshop and assembled what has to be the spookiest instrument on Earth.
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Monday, October 30, 2017
4 Halloween rhymes
Orange Pumpkin
Pumpkin, Pumpkin orange and round
You have a mouth, but don’t make a sound!
Tell me, tell me, if you please
what other “orange” things do you see?!!
via GIPHY
Skin and Bones
There was woman all skin and bones
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She lived down by the old graveyard
OOOOOOOOooooooo
One night she thought she'd take a walk
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She walked down by the old graveyard
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She saw the bones just lying around
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She went to the closet to get a broom
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She opened the door and
BOOOOOO!
OOOOOOOOooooooo
via GIPHY
Pumpkin Stew
Pumpkin stew, pumpkin stew
What shall we put in our pumpkin stew?
I think that a ___ will do!
That's what I'll put in my pumpkin stew.
via GIPHY
Ghost of John (sung in a round)
Have you seen the ghost of John?
All white bones with the skin all gone
Oooh, Oh, Oh, oh, oh, oh
Wouldn't it be chilly with no skin on, no skin on?
Pumpkin, Pumpkin orange and round
You have a mouth, but don’t make a sound!
Tell me, tell me, if you please
what other “orange” things do you see?!!
via GIPHY
Skin and Bones
There was woman all skin and bones
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She lived down by the old graveyard
OOOOOOOOooooooo
One night she thought she'd take a walk
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She walked down by the old graveyard
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She saw the bones just lying around
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She went to the closet to get a broom
OOOOOOOOooooooo
She opened the door and
BOOOOOO!
OOOOOOOOooooooo
via GIPHY
Pumpkin Stew
Pumpkin stew, pumpkin stew
What shall we put in our pumpkin stew?
I think that a ___ will do!
That's what I'll put in my pumpkin stew.
via GIPHY
Ghost of John (sung in a round)
Have you seen the ghost of John?
All white bones with the skin all gone
Oooh, Oh, Oh, oh, oh, oh
Wouldn't it be chilly with no skin on, no skin on?
Sunday, October 29, 2017
Halloween Music Lesson for Homeschoolers
We're going to use the keyboard for today's music lesson.
Let's review the following dynamics:
ppp – pianississimo – very, very soft as possible
pp – pianissimo – very soft
p– piano – very soft
mp– medium soft
mf– mezzo forte – medium loud
f- loud
ff– fortissimo-- very loudly; louder than forte, but softer than fortississimo
fff– fortississimo -- loudly as possible
Questions to ask ourselves: How do changes in volume make the music more interesting? How can changes in volume make our telling of stories more interesting?
Scary Dynamics Story:
ppp – it’s dark in my room and it’s late at night
it’s the first time I’m sleeping without my light
pp – there is something downstairs, it’s in the hall
well maybe it’s nothing … nothing at all…
p- But there it is again at the foot of the stair.
there’s something in the house! I know it is there!
mp- It could be that tiger I saw on T.V
It’s coming up the stairs to gobble me up!
mf – Maybe it’s a lion or a big black bear.
I can hear its footsteps at the top of the stair
f- Closer and closer now, it’s coming to my room.
Maybe it’s a vampire who escaped from his tomb!
ff- It’s turning my doorknob, it’s opening up my door.
What if it’s a dragon? (Maybe two or three or four!)
fff- It’s coming in my room. Oh, what will I do!?!?!
fff-mp OOOOOoooooooooooo… Hello, Mother…it’s only you!
Let's review the following dynamics:
ppp – pianississimo – very, very soft as possible
pp – pianissimo – very soft
p– piano – very soft
mp– medium soft
mf– mezzo forte – medium loud
f- loud
ff– fortissimo-- very loudly; louder than forte, but softer than fortississimo
fff– fortississimo -- loudly as possible
Questions to ask ourselves: How do changes in volume make the music more interesting? How can changes in volume make our telling of stories more interesting?
Scary Dynamics Story:
ppp – it’s dark in my room and it’s late at night
it’s the first time I’m sleeping without my light
pp – there is something downstairs, it’s in the hall
well maybe it’s nothing … nothing at all…
p- But there it is again at the foot of the stair.
there’s something in the house! I know it is there!
mp- It could be that tiger I saw on T.V
It’s coming up the stairs to gobble me up!
mf – Maybe it’s a lion or a big black bear.
I can hear its footsteps at the top of the stair
f- Closer and closer now, it’s coming to my room.
Maybe it’s a vampire who escaped from his tomb!
ff- It’s turning my doorknob, it’s opening up my door.
What if it’s a dragon? (Maybe two or three or four!)
fff- It’s coming in my room. Oh, what will I do!?!?!
fff-mp OOOOOoooooooooooo… Hello, Mother…it’s only you!
Saturday, October 28, 2017
DID YOU KNOW OCTOBER IS NATIONAL ENERGY AWARENESS MONTH?
September 1991, President George Bush (41) declared October as National Energy Awareness Month, encouraging government and organizations to raise awareness of the importance of sustainably managing the nation's energy resources.
Today we're going to develop motivation posters and/or slogans to remind ourselves to conserve energy.
Where does energy come from in Baltimore?
Most of our energy comes originally from the sun. Plants take light energy and by a process called photosynthesis turn it into food in order to grow. This food (chemical energy) is eaten by people and animals. It gives us the strength to work and play.
Today we're going to develop motivation posters and/or slogans to remind ourselves to conserve energy.
Where does energy come from in Baltimore?
Most of our energy comes originally from the sun. Plants take light energy and by a process called photosynthesis turn it into food in order to grow. This food (chemical energy) is eaten by people and animals. It gives us the strength to work and play.
Other sources of energy
Energy is very important in today's world. For example, we use different energy sources to generate the electricity we need for our homes, schools, businesses and factories. Electricity powers our TVs, computers, air conditioners, cell phones and washing machines - just to mention a few. We also use energy to run cars, planes, trains, buses and motorcycles.
All of us use energy every day for entertainment, cooking, transportation, lighting, heating and cooling homes, manufacturing, etc. We consume a lot of energy. The United States consumes about one fourth of the world's energy resources.
When energy is produced from non-renewable fuels, to heat our homes or power our cars for example, pollutants are released into the air contaminating the air we breathe and water too. The more energy we use or miles we drive in our cars, the more energy power plants must produce or gasoline our cars burn, releasing more pollutants into the air
Non-renewable energy comes from sources that can't be replenished in a short period of time. We get most of our energy from nonrenewable energy sources, which include fossil fuels such as oil, natural gas, coal and from nuclear energy. Fossil fuels are thought to have been formed from the buried remains of plants and animals that lived millions of years ago.
DO IT YOURSELF (DIY)
There are two federal, free tools for a homeowner to measure energy usage:
The first one is Home Energy Yardstick that provides an energy assessment of your home's annual energy use compared to similar homes. You will need the last 12 months of your energy utility bills, type of fuel(s) you use, number of occupants, zip code and square footage. A lower score means your home uses more energy than similar homes.
The second one is the ENERGY STAR Home Advisor which can help you improve your home's energy efficiency while adding comfort and value. You can create your comprehensive home profile, get custom recommendations and track your progress.
Halloween Traditions From Around the World : IRELAND
Ireland is considered the birthplace of modern Halloween with its origins stemming from ancient Celtic and Pagan rituals and a festival called Samhain, or Samhuinn (end of the light half of the year) that took place thousands of years ago. Today, both Ireland and Scotland celebrate Halloween with bonfires, games, and traditional foods like barmbrack, an Irish fruitcake that contains coins, buttons, and rings for fortunetelling.
Traditionally, Brack is eaten at Halloween and as part of your St Patrick's Day celebrations. At Halloween, a custom has it to bake small objects into the cake, acting as a kind of fortune telling. Nowadays, more often than not it will be a ring, the finding of which delights the unmarried as it purports they will be the next to walk down the aisle.
INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon dried yeast
1 ½ cup lukewarm water
1/4 cup + 1 extra teaspoon sugar for yeast
5 cups plain flour
Pinch salt
¼ cup butter
1 ¼ cup raisins
¼ cup mixed candied peel
¼ cup sugar
2 eggs, beaten
DIRECTIONS:
Makes 2 loaves
Heat the oven to 400F after the second kneading of the dough
Place the yeast in the lukewarm water, add the teaspoon of sugar, stir and leave to one side.
Put the flour into a large roomy, baking bowl, add the butter and salt and using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour to form sand-like crumbs. Work quickly to prevent the butter becoming too warm.
Add the peel, raisins and the sugar to the flour mixture and stir.
Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture, add the beaten eggs and the yeast mixture. Work the mixture together to form a soft dough.
Knead the dough on a floured worktop for 10 minutes until smooth and pliable. Place the dough back into the bowl. Cover with a clean tea cloth and leave in a warm place until the dough has doubled in size (about 1 hour).
Return the mixture to the worktop, divide in 2, knead each half for another few minutes then form into a round approx 20cm (7"). Place on a greased baking sheet and leave to rise for another hour.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until golden brown.
Remove the cake from the oven and leave to cool on a rack.
MAKES 2 LOAVES
Each member of the family gets a slice and each prize has different meaning.
The rag – your financial future is doubtful
The coin – you will have a prosperous year
The ring – impending romance or continued happiness
The thimble – you’ll never marry
BONFIRE
Samhain was seen as the end of summer but also the beginning of another year. It was also the one day of the year when spirits could walk the earth. The community would gather together and light huge fires to ward off bad fortune for the coming year and any evil spirits.
Some believe that people extinguished their fires in the hearth at home before they left and would reignite them using an ember from the bonfire, for good luck. The day after the bonfire the ashes were spread across the fields to further ward off bad luck for the farmers for the coming year. In order to carry home an ember from the communal bonfire the people would hollow out a turnip so they could walk home with the fire still burning.
It was also traditionally believed that the bonfire encouraged dreams especially of your future husband or wife. It was said that if you drop a cutting of your hair into the embers of the fire the identity of your first husband would be revealed.
HISTORY OF TRICK-OR-TREATING
Trick or treat originated centuries ago. In Ireland the poor would go from door to door at rich peoples homes and ask for food, kindling or money. They would then use what they collected for their celebrations on Halloween. The community would gather around the bonfire and may would be dressed up in elaborate animal skins and heads. Then if the spirits happened to be wandering the earth and bumped into one of the Celts they might they were spirits themselves, because of their disguises, and let them go free.
HALLOWEEN NIGHT SUPPER
CABBAGE AND POTATOES
Ingredients:
3-4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 tbsp. milk or unsweetened/plain soy milk
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 cups chopped cabbage or kale
2 tbsp. butter or margarine
1/4 cup chopped onions or green onions
Directions:
Cook potatoes in a pot of boiling water until tender. Drain, reserving water.
Place the hot potatoes in a large bowl.
Add chopped cabbage to the reserved potato water. Cook 6-8 minutes or until tender.
Meanwhile, fry the onions in the butter or margarine.
When they are cool enough to handle, mash potatoes with a hand masher or fork. Add the fried onions and cabbage.
Add milk, salt and pepper and beat until fluffy.
Friday, October 27, 2017
HALLOWEEN CANDY BARK
Homemade Halloween Goodies
Homemade Halloween treats are my favorite. I do enjoy a yummy caramel apple, but my first love is any kind of chocolate. Whether it's Easter or Halloween, I'm all for the chocolatey goodies. Coincedently, we also have our six month dental appointment around those holidays to keep ourselves in check with the chocolate consumption.
I purchased all of my small bags of mini's from the Dollar Tree. I was able to find the chocolate wafers at the grocery store in the baking isle.
INGREDIENTS:
1 BAG OF DARK CHOCOLATE WAFERS (reserve 10 wafers to add in while mixing the melted chocolate)
1 BAG OF BITE SIZE TWIX
1 BAG OF BITE SIZE KIT KAT
1 BAG OF CANDY CORN MIX
1 BAG OF MINI REESE PEANUT BUTTER CUPS
1 HANDFUL OF PRETZELS CRUSHED
READ THE DIRECTIONS BEFORE MAKING
Melt the wafers in a glass bowl over a saucepan of boiling water. As you stir the chocolate to melt add in the unmelted wafers and continue stirring. Add the last two wafers when you take the bowl off the stove and are ready to pour the chocolate onto the parchment paper.
** Only add an inch of water in the sauce pan, so that the water is not touching the bowl
Once the chocolate is spread out add the candy topping you've gathered.
CHILL in the refrigerator for an hour
After the bark is hardened you can break it apart and store it in an airtight container
Check this link out for more inspirational Halloween candy barks
https://www.candystore.com/blog/holidays/halloween/halloween-candy-bark-recipes/
Thursday, October 26, 2017
Family Friendly Halloween movies
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Anyone in the mood for a cheesy 80's TV movie with Bud Bundy and Brooke from The Bold and the Beautiful?
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
HOMEMADE Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips
Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips
4 potatoes, thinly sliced
cold water to cover
3 cups white vinegar
1 cup cold water
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
salt to taste
Directions
Put potato slices in a large bowl. Pour enough cold water over the potatoes to cover completely. Soak potatoes, gently agitating every 10 minutes, for 30 minutes; drain.
Spread potatoes slices onto paper towel; Dry potatoes (adding anything wet to hot oil is DANGEROUS. You can use a salad spinner or pat them dry.)
Mix vinegar and 1 cup cold water in the large bowl; add potatoes. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes, stir gently, and continue chilling at least 30 minutes more.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Working in batches, use a slotted spoon to remove potato slices from vinegar mixture and gently add to the hot oil. Fry potatoes until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Remove chips to a bowl lined with paper towel to drain.
Use the paper towel to lift chips from the bowl and put them into a separate bowl; season with salt. Spread the salted chips onto paper towel to further dry and cool completely.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
PUMPKIN BUTTER RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
1 (15 oz.) can pure canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) OR
15 oz. freshly baked and pureed pumpkin
1/3 cup 100% apple juice (no sugar added) or apple cider
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
DASH OF ground cloves
DASH OF ground nutmeg
Directions
Stir all ingredients together in a 1 or 1 1/2 quart slow cooker and cook until it thickens (about 5-6 hours) on low.
While hot, it will still be runny, even after thickening. Place in a heat-safe container and chill overnight in the fridge.
More honey can be added for sweetness if desired.
This is more of a spicier pumpkin butter. If you like a milder version, simply cut the ginger, cloves and nutmeg and add pumpkin pie seasoning.
Storage: Keep in fridge for up to 2 or 3 weeks. Freezes well.
1 (15 oz.) can pure canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling) OR
15 oz. freshly baked and pureed pumpkin
1/3 cup 100% apple juice (no sugar added) or apple cider
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
DASH OF ground cloves
DASH OF ground nutmeg
Directions
Stir all ingredients together in a 1 or 1 1/2 quart slow cooker and cook until it thickens (about 5-6 hours) on low.
While hot, it will still be runny, even after thickening. Place in a heat-safe container and chill overnight in the fridge.
More honey can be added for sweetness if desired.
This is more of a spicier pumpkin butter. If you like a milder version, simply cut the ginger, cloves and nutmeg and add pumpkin pie seasoning.
Storage: Keep in fridge for up to 2 or 3 weeks. Freezes well.
Monday, October 23, 2017
MARYLAND'S LEAD PAINT LAW FOR RENTAL PROPERTY
We own a tiny little house in the Hamilton area of Baltimore City. She is a total bachelor pad. I couldn't wait to leave that tiny little house with my three kids and enjoy life and all fun things we could have with a bigger house and yard. We had Thanksgiving here. Christmas was easier with friends and family. LOTS.OF.ROOM. I tell ya!
The Hamilton Ave house was tiny, dark paneling walls made it cozy like a cabin in the winter, but left you feeling dreary and cooped up all spring and fall. We've begun painting the house. The dark paneling is being scrub for the hundredth time and the fresh paint is brightening the home up on these dreary fall days.
I made this little cute graphic to text to my husband. Lead paint is pretty much in every home made and painted before 1978. A lot of renovators are ripping the wood molding and window casing out and replacing them. No signs of lead. But did you know you could just cover the painted wood with vinyl?
If your home is a rental and you are in the thick of it, trying to get it ready for the next tenant or putting your home up for sale and getting things in compliance, GODSPEED
Property passes a test for lead contaminated dust and by performing the
following lead hazard reduction treatments;
1. Interior and exterior painted surfaces are free of chipping, peeling or
flaking paint;
2. The dwelling unit is free of structural defects that could cause the paint to
chip, peel, or flake;
3. All interior windowsills where lead-based paint or untested paint exists
have been repainted, replaced or encapsulated with vinyl, metal or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
4. All window wells where lead based paint or untested paint exists are
smooth and cleanable and have been capped with vinyl, aluminum or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
5. Subject to federal, State or local fire code standards, all non-replacement
and untreated windows have the top sash fixed to eliminate the friction
caused by the movement of the top sash;
6. All doors have been rehung as necessary to prevent friction of lead painted
surfaces;
7. All kitchen and bathroom floors are overlaid with a smooth, waterresistant
covering; and
8. The unit is free of all visible dust, debris, or residue.
I. PURPOSE
• Reduce childhood lead poisoning.
• Maintain affordable housing
II. SCOPE
• Participation is mandatory for a rental dwelling unit built before 1978 (“Affected
Property”).
• Exemptions are allowed for:
• Hotel, motel or seasonal rentals
• Housing certified Lead Free by MDE accredited inspector
II. FEES
• For properties built before 1978 $30 per unit, per year
• Any report submitted to the Department certifying a unit as Lead Free shall include a one
time processing fee of $10 per unit
III. REGISTRATION
• Required for rental properties built before 1978.
• Register on MDE form with unique Owner Identification number (MDE Tracking Number)
• Registration renewal is required annually on MDE form
• Changes in ownership and property management must be reported within 30 days
IV. REQUIREMENT TO MEET FULL RISK REDUCTION STANDARD
• An Owner of an Affected Property is required to meet Full Risk Reduction Standard at
every change in occupancy. An Owner shall meet the Full Risk Reduction Standard by:
▪ Passing the test for lead-contaminated dust, provided that that any chipping
peeling, or flaking paint has been removed or repainted on interior and exterior of
the Affected Property.
▪ Verifying compliance by submitting a report to MDE from an independent
accredited lead paint visual inspector or accredited lead paint risk assessor. The
report shall include the passing inspection certificate with all required attachments.
V. REQUIREMENT TO MEET THE MODIFIED RISK REDUCTION STANDARD
• An Owner of an Affected Property is required to meet the Modified Risk Reduction
Standard on an Affected Property within 30 days of receiving:
▪ An Elevated Blood Lead Level Notice that a child under six or a pregnant woman
who resides in the Affected Property has an elevated blood lead (EBL) level of 10
micrograms or more per deciliter of blood;
OR
▪ A Notice of Defect from any source that the Affected Property contains a defect
such as chipping, peeling or flaking paint.
• An Owner shall meet the Modified Risk Reduction Standard by:
▪ Within 30 days after the receipt or a Notice of Elevated Blood Lead
Level or Notice of Defect, Owner provides for the temporary relocation of
tenants to a lead free dwelling unit or another dwelling unit that has meet the a
risk reduction standard;
OR
▪ Within 30 days after the receipt or a Notice of Elevated Blood
Lead Level or Notice of Defect Owner ensures that the subject Affected
Property passes a test for lead contaminated dust and by performing the
following lead hazard reduction treatments;
1. Interior and exterior painted surfaces are free of chipping, peeling or
flaking paint;
2. The dwelling unit is free of structural defects that could cause the paint to
chip, peel, or flake;
3. All interior windowsills where lead-based paint or untested paint exists
have been repainted, replaced or encapsulated with vinyl, metal or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
4. All window wells where lead based paint or untested paint exists are
smooth and cleanable and have been capped with vinyl, aluminum or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
5. Subject to federal, State or local fire code standards, all non-replacement
and untreated windows have the top sash fixed to eliminate the friction
caused by the movement of the top sash;
6. All doors have been rehung as necessary to prevent friction of lead painted
surfaces;
7. All kitchen and bathroom floors are overlaid with a smooth, waterresistant
covering; and
8. The unit is free of all visible dust, debris, or residue.
AND
▪ Verifying compliance by submitting a report to MDE from an independent
accredited lead paint visual inspector or accredited lead paint risk assessor. The
report shall include a signed statement from the accredited supervisor overseeing
the performance of the lead hazard reductions treatments and the passing
inspection certificate with all required attachments.
VI. TRAINED WORKERS, ACCREDITED SUPERVISORS, OR CONTRACTORS
• All lead hazard reduction treatments must be performed by an accredited
supervisor/contractor or by a trained worker under the supervision of an accredited
supervisor.
VII. DISCLOSURE ON SALE
• At or prior to a contract of sale being executed the owner must disclose to prospective buyer
any obligation to perform Risk Reduction Treatments not yet performed that have been
triggered by turnover, Notice of defect, or Notice of EBL that will not be performed prior to
transfer.
1800 Washington Boulevard | Baltimore, MD 21230-1718 | www.mde.state.md.us
410-537-3000 | 800-633-6101 | TTY Users: 800-735-2258
Larry Hogan, Governor | Boyd Rutherford, Lt. Governor | Ben Grumbles, Secretary
Created 02/2015 Page 2 of 2
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NOTE: This is in addition to any disclosure requirements contained in the Federal law commonly
known as Title X, section 1018 of the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992.
IX. MDE ENFORCEMENT
• Department has authority to:
▪ Order compliance;
▪ Perform spot checks; and
▪ Assess civil penalties against inspectors, supervisors and owners for
noncompliance.
http://mde.maryland.gov/programs/LAND/Documents/LeadFactSheets/LeadfsOwnersRightsResponsibilities.pdf
The Hamilton Ave house was tiny, dark paneling walls made it cozy like a cabin in the winter, but left you feeling dreary and cooped up all spring and fall. We've begun painting the house. The dark paneling is being scrub for the hundredth time and the fresh paint is brightening the home up on these dreary fall days.
I made this little cute graphic to text to my husband. Lead paint is pretty much in every home made and painted before 1978. A lot of renovators are ripping the wood molding and window casing out and replacing them. No signs of lead. But did you know you could just cover the painted wood with vinyl?
If your home is a rental and you are in the thick of it, trying to get it ready for the next tenant or putting your home up for sale and getting things in compliance, GODSPEED
Property passes a test for lead contaminated dust and by performing the
following lead hazard reduction treatments;
1. Interior and exterior painted surfaces are free of chipping, peeling or
flaking paint;
2. The dwelling unit is free of structural defects that could cause the paint to
chip, peel, or flake;
3. All interior windowsills where lead-based paint or untested paint exists
have been repainted, replaced or encapsulated with vinyl, metal or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
4. All window wells where lead based paint or untested paint exists are
smooth and cleanable and have been capped with vinyl, aluminum or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
5. Subject to federal, State or local fire code standards, all non-replacement
and untreated windows have the top sash fixed to eliminate the friction
caused by the movement of the top sash;
6. All doors have been rehung as necessary to prevent friction of lead painted
surfaces;
7. All kitchen and bathroom floors are overlaid with a smooth, waterresistant
covering; and
8. The unit is free of all visible dust, debris, or residue.
• Reduce childhood lead poisoning.
• Maintain affordable housing
II. SCOPE
• Participation is mandatory for a rental dwelling unit built before 1978 (“Affected
Property”).
• Exemptions are allowed for:
• Hotel, motel or seasonal rentals
• Housing certified Lead Free by MDE accredited inspector
II. FEES
• For properties built before 1978 $30 per unit, per year
• Any report submitted to the Department certifying a unit as Lead Free shall include a one
time processing fee of $10 per unit
III. REGISTRATION
• Required for rental properties built before 1978.
• Register on MDE form with unique Owner Identification number (MDE Tracking Number)
• Registration renewal is required annually on MDE form
• Changes in ownership and property management must be reported within 30 days
IV. REQUIREMENT TO MEET FULL RISK REDUCTION STANDARD
• An Owner of an Affected Property is required to meet Full Risk Reduction Standard at
every change in occupancy. An Owner shall meet the Full Risk Reduction Standard by:
▪ Passing the test for lead-contaminated dust, provided that that any chipping
peeling, or flaking paint has been removed or repainted on interior and exterior of
the Affected Property.
▪ Verifying compliance by submitting a report to MDE from an independent
accredited lead paint visual inspector or accredited lead paint risk assessor. The
report shall include the passing inspection certificate with all required attachments.
V. REQUIREMENT TO MEET THE MODIFIED RISK REDUCTION STANDARD
• An Owner of an Affected Property is required to meet the Modified Risk Reduction
Standard on an Affected Property within 30 days of receiving:
▪ An Elevated Blood Lead Level Notice that a child under six or a pregnant woman
who resides in the Affected Property has an elevated blood lead (EBL) level of 10
micrograms or more per deciliter of blood;
OR
▪ A Notice of Defect from any source that the Affected Property contains a defect
such as chipping, peeling or flaking paint.
• An Owner shall meet the Modified Risk Reduction Standard by:
▪ Within 30 days after the receipt or a Notice of Elevated Blood Lead
Level or Notice of Defect, Owner provides for the temporary relocation of
tenants to a lead free dwelling unit or another dwelling unit that has meet the a
risk reduction standard;
OR
▪ Within 30 days after the receipt or a Notice of Elevated Blood
Lead Level or Notice of Defect Owner ensures that the subject Affected
Property passes a test for lead contaminated dust and by performing the
following lead hazard reduction treatments;
1. Interior and exterior painted surfaces are free of chipping, peeling or
flaking paint;
2. The dwelling unit is free of structural defects that could cause the paint to
chip, peel, or flake;
3. All interior windowsills where lead-based paint or untested paint exists
have been repainted, replaced or encapsulated with vinyl, metal or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
4. All window wells where lead based paint or untested paint exists are
smooth and cleanable and have been capped with vinyl, aluminum or other
material, in a manner and under conditions approved by MDE;
5. Subject to federal, State or local fire code standards, all non-replacement
and untreated windows have the top sash fixed to eliminate the friction
caused by the movement of the top sash;
6. All doors have been rehung as necessary to prevent friction of lead painted
surfaces;
7. All kitchen and bathroom floors are overlaid with a smooth, waterresistant
covering; and
8. The unit is free of all visible dust, debris, or residue.
AND
▪ Verifying compliance by submitting a report to MDE from an independent
accredited lead paint visual inspector or accredited lead paint risk assessor. The
report shall include a signed statement from the accredited supervisor overseeing
the performance of the lead hazard reductions treatments and the passing
inspection certificate with all required attachments.
VI. TRAINED WORKERS, ACCREDITED SUPERVISORS, OR CONTRACTORS
• All lead hazard reduction treatments must be performed by an accredited
supervisor/contractor or by a trained worker under the supervision of an accredited
supervisor.
VII. DISCLOSURE ON SALE
• At or prior to a contract of sale being executed the owner must disclose to prospective buyer
any obligation to perform Risk Reduction Treatments not yet performed that have been
triggered by turnover, Notice of defect, or Notice of EBL that will not be performed prior to
transfer.
1800 Washington Boulevard | Baltimore, MD 21230-1718 | www.mde.state.md.us
410-537-3000 | 800-633-6101 | TTY Users: 800-735-2258
Larry Hogan, Governor | Boyd Rutherford, Lt. Governor | Ben Grumbles, Secretary
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NOTE: This is in addition to any disclosure requirements contained in the Federal law commonly
known as Title X, section 1018 of the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992.
IX. MDE ENFORCEMENT
• Department has authority to:
▪ Order compliance;
▪ Perform spot checks; and
▪ Assess civil penalties against inspectors, supervisors and owners for
noncompliance.
http://mde.maryland.gov/programs/LAND/Documents/LeadFactSheets/LeadfsOwnersRightsResponsibilities.pdf
10 Free Halloween Worksheet Activities from TpT
Your students will love this fun and engaging Halloween writing activity that will have them rolling story element dice (setting, character, obstacle, and a story starter) to create a random set of story components. Once students have their story components, they’ll plan and write a spooky story as they combine each element into an entertaining writing piece. Perfect for a Halloween lesson, Halloween activity or any time of the year!
This activity taps into students’ natural love of scary stories while helping them develop critical writing skills. Using the guided Pre-Write in this resource, students will note their story elements, develop characters, establish a setting, outline a plot, and brainstorm sensory descriptions to amp up the fear factor in their writing. Then, students will let their creativity guide them as they write their own spooky stories complete with a creepy setting, scary characters, and a twist or surprise at the end. The hardest part of this lesson is deciding who can share their story first. Your students will be jumping out of their seats to share their writing (and spook) their peers.
This Spooky Story Writing Resource includes…
• Detailed Lesson Plan
• Sample Spooky Story (to read aloud to the class)
• Step-by-Step Pre-Write Guide
• Spooky Writing Paper
• Setting Cube
• Character Cube
• Obstacle Cube
• Story Starter Cube
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/FreeDownload/Spooky-Story-Writing-Halloween-Writing-Activity-1435020
Halloween Character Traits
This Halloween character trait activity involves students using Halloween costumes as clues to character traits. For example, someone who dresses like a clown for Halloween may be fun-loving or creative.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Costumes-Character-Traits-354560
Using Mental Math
This is a great little sheet to help 2nd and 3rd graders practice adding and subtracting multi-digit problems, while 4th and 5th graders can sharpen their mental math skills.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Owl-Math-Worksheet-FREE-332777
Mental Math Worksheet
Your students will adore these Halloween Color Your Answer worksheets while learning and reviewing important skills at the same time! You will love the no prep, print and go ease of these printables. As always, answer keys are included. ONE Free Halloween Color By Numbers Basic Addition Facts - Color Your Answers Printable to Color By Code. Answer Key Included, perfect for a sub day!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Color-By-Numbers-Halloween-Addition-Facts-Freebie-1490273
Spooky Speech Activity
Included in the document:
Word lists for R, S, Z, L, Sh, Ch, J, F, V, T, D, K, and G
Spooky Speech Spell - students use words from their lists to write a "spell" and practice saying it for carry-over practice.
Potent Potion - A MadLib style page where students use words from their lists to fill in blanks to a potion in their cauldron.
Halloween Scream Scene - Students draw a scene which includes words from their list.
"Boo"go - Bingo board template that can be filled out using any sound(s).
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spooky-Speech-Halloween-Articulation-Word-Lists-and-Activities-372036
Point of View (POV)
This free worksheet packet contains four passages. After students read each passage, they must determine whether the passage was written in first person, second person, third person limited, or third person omniscient.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Point-of-View-FREEBIE-for-Halloween-1st-Person-2nd-Person-3rd-Person-L-O-1477299
Inference Riddles
1 sheet, 6 riddles
Directions: Solve the riddles by making inferences about the clues.
Riddle #1:
I am the color of darkness.
Some people say I’m bad luck.
Others say I have nine lives.
Witches keep me as their pet.
What am I?
Riddle #2:
I’m creepy.
I love to crawl around.
I have eight legs.
I trap bugs and eat them.
What am I?
Riddle #3:
I am part man and part monster.
I have a great sense of smell.
I love the full moon.
I howl at the night sky.
What am I?
Riddle #4:
I have no reflection.
I have no heartbeat.
I sleep during the day.
I drink blood at night.
What am I?
Riddle #5:
I’m a dead man walking.
I smell pretty bad.
I don’t walk very fast.
I’m all wrapped up.
What am I?
Riddle #6:
I am a monster created by man.
I have green skin.
I have bolts in my neck.
My friends call me Frank.
Who am I?
Answers:
1. a black cat
2. a spider
3. a werewolf
4. a vampire
5. a mummy
6. Frankenstein
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spooky-Inference-Riddles-2-Halloween-Printable-for-ELA-369655
Halloween Fortunes for Speech Therapy
Origami Halloween fortune tellers are a HUGE hit with my students! I send these home as homework, and my students are always so excited about this assignment! This is a sample articulation fortune teller with 8 vocalic /r/ fortunes. Instructions for folding are included.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Fortunes-for-Speech-Therapy-389992
Halloween Jokes
This book is a fun way to celebrate Halloween! Send your students home with a book full of Halloween jokes that they can share with their families!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/My-Little-Book-of-Halloween-Jokes-163178
Halloween Mystery Brew
This is a two page file for a special Halloween science snack. Run the two pages back to back to make a lab report. Students make a sprite/sherbet float and observe how solids can turn to liquids.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Mystery-BrewA-Matter-Investigation-382834
zazzle mom of the year air freshener
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Microgravity: A Teacher’s Guide
Microgravity
A Teacher’s Guide With Activities
in Science, Mathematics, and Technology
https://www.nasa.gov/pdf/62474main_Microgravity_Teachers_Guide.pdf
This publication was developed for the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration with the
assistance of the many educators of the
Aerospace Education Services Program,
Oklahoma State University.
Writers:
Melissa J. B. Rogers, MS
TAL-CUT Company
NASA Lewis Research Center
Cleveland, OH
Gregory L. Vogt, Ed-D.
Teaching From Space Program
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, TX
Michael J. Wargo, Sc.D.
Microgravity Research Division
NASA Headquarters
Washington, DC
As opportunities for extended space flight have
become available, microgravity research in
physical and biological sciences has grown in
importance. Using the Space Shuttle and soon the
International Space Station, scientists are able to
add long term control of gravity’s effects to the
short list of variables they are to manipulate in
their experiments. Although most people are
aware of the floating effects of astronauts and
things in orbiting spacecraft, few understand what
causes microgravity much less how it can be
utilized for research.
The purpose of this curriculum supplement guide
is to define and explain microgravity and show
how microgravity can help us learn about the
phenomena of our world. The front section of the
guide is designed to provide teachers of science,
mathematics, and technology at many levels with
a foundation in microgravity science and
applications. It begins with background
information for the teacher on what microgravity
is and how it is created. This is followed with
information on the domains of microgravity
science research; biotechnology, combustion
science, fluid physics, fundamental physics,
materials science, and microgravity research
geared toward exploration. The background
section concludes with a history of microgravity
research and the expectations microgravity
scientists have for research on the International
Space Station.
Following the background information are
classroom activities that enable students to
experiment with the forces and processes
microgravity scientists are investigating today.
The activities employ simple and inexpensive
materials and apparatus that are widely available
in schools. The activities emphasize hands-on
involvement, prediction, data collection and
interpretation, teamwork, and problem solving.
Activity features include objectives, materials and
tools lists, management suggestions, assessment
ideas, extensions, instructions and illustrations,
student work sheets, and student readers.
Because many of the activities and
demonstrations apply to more than one subject
area, a matrix chart relates activities to national
standards in science and mathematics and to
science process skills.
Finally, the guide concludes with a suggested
reading list, NASA educational resources
including electronic resources, and an evaluation
questionnaire. We would appreciate your
assistance in improving this guide in future
editions by completing the questionnaire and
making suggestions for changes and additions.
The evaluation can be sent to us by mail or
electronically submitted through the Internet site
listed on the form.
https://www.nasa.gov/pdf/62474main_Microgravity_Teachers_Guide.pdf
This publication was developed for the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration with the
assistance of the many educators of the
Aerospace Education Services Program,
Oklahoma State University.
Writers:
Melissa J. B. Rogers, MS
TAL-CUT Company
NASA Lewis Research Center
Cleveland, OH
Gregory L. Vogt, Ed-D.
Teaching From Space Program
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, TX
Michael J. Wargo, Sc.D.
Microgravity Research Division
NASA Headquarters
Washington, DC
As opportunities for extended space flight have
become available, microgravity research in
physical and biological sciences has grown in
importance. Using the Space Shuttle and soon the
International Space Station, scientists are able to
add long term control of gravity’s effects to the
short list of variables they are to manipulate in
their experiments. Although most people are
aware of the floating effects of astronauts and
things in orbiting spacecraft, few understand what
causes microgravity much less how it can be
utilized for research.
The purpose of this curriculum supplement guide
is to define and explain microgravity and show
how microgravity can help us learn about the
phenomena of our world. The front section of the
guide is designed to provide teachers of science,
mathematics, and technology at many levels with
a foundation in microgravity science and
applications. It begins with background
information for the teacher on what microgravity
is and how it is created. This is followed with
information on the domains of microgravity
science research; biotechnology, combustion
science, fluid physics, fundamental physics,
materials science, and microgravity research
geared toward exploration. The background
section concludes with a history of microgravity
research and the expectations microgravity
scientists have for research on the International
Space Station.
Following the background information are
classroom activities that enable students to
experiment with the forces and processes
microgravity scientists are investigating today.
The activities employ simple and inexpensive
materials and apparatus that are widely available
in schools. The activities emphasize hands-on
involvement, prediction, data collection and
interpretation, teamwork, and problem solving.
Activity features include objectives, materials and
tools lists, management suggestions, assessment
ideas, extensions, instructions and illustrations,
student work sheets, and student readers.
Because many of the activities and
demonstrations apply to more than one subject
area, a matrix chart relates activities to national
standards in science and mathematics and to
science process skills.
Finally, the guide concludes with a suggested
reading list, NASA educational resources
including electronic resources, and an evaluation
questionnaire. We would appreciate your
assistance in improving this guide in future
editions by completing the questionnaire and
making suggestions for changes and additions.
The evaluation can be sent to us by mail or
electronically submitted through the Internet site
listed on the form.
Sunday, October 22, 2017
National Geographic Webquest: Salem Witch Trial
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/97/salem/
This interactive webquest works with the online webquest found at: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/97/salem/
Can you survive Salem's witchcraft hysteria?
Mimicking the experience of a resident of Salem during the 1692 Witch Trials, this webquest takes students through different situation, asking them to make specific choices. Students can use this resource to record their observations/thoughts as they move through the webquest.
This interactive webquest works with the online webquest found at: http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/97/salem/
Can you survive Salem's witchcraft hysteria?
Mimicking the experience of a resident of Salem during the 1692 Witch Trials, this webquest takes students through different situation, asking them to make specific choices. Students can use this resource to record their observations/thoughts as they move through the webquest.
Saturday, October 21, 2017
10 days until HALLOWEEN House on Haunted Hill (1959) Vincent Price Movie
There's nothing better than a cheesy 1950s Vincent Price film to get into the Halloween spirit.
The plot of House on Haunted Hill is that eccentric millionaire Frederick Loren (Vincent Price) has invited five people who he does not especially like to spend the night with him and his wife at their house. Those who spend the whole night in the house on Haunted Hill will receive $10,000 for their trouble. What the guests don’t realize is that Loren has some surprises in store for both them and his disloyal wife.
Friday, October 20, 2017
Halloween Music Lesson for my Homeschoolers
This is a Halloween poem written by Sharon Falk, that incorporates various dynamic changes. It starts off very soft and each line gets louder as your students read. They also have to pat a steady beat on their laps as they recite the poem aloud as a class. (A drum may also be used for this) The dynamic markings are indicated on the handouts. Please see below for an example
Halloween Ghost Sounds
Use your finger to trace the line. As the line changes so does the pitch in your voice.
All Hallow's Eve Poem
Halloween Sheet Music
https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/Halloween.html
Leopold Stokowski's version of "A Night on Bare Mountain" was featured in Walt Disney's 'Fantasia.' It is played here by the National Youth Orchestra of Spain under Jose Serebrier, former Associate Conductor to Stokowski. It comes from a concert that was filmed in Chester Cathedral in 2007 and released on Naxos DVD 2.110230.
http://www.brighthubeducation.com/elementary-school-activities/10473-halloween-activities-for-the-elementary-music-classroom/#
Halloween Ghost Sounds
Use your finger to trace the line. As the line changes so does the pitch in your voice.
All Hallow's Eve Poem
 |
All Hallow's Eve--Black and White--Vintage Halloween Illustration--Child Life Magazine |
Halloween Sheet Music
https://www.virtualsheetmusic.com/Halloween.html
Leopold Stokowski's version of "A Night on Bare Mountain" was featured in Walt Disney's 'Fantasia.' It is played here by the National Youth Orchestra of Spain under Jose Serebrier, former Associate Conductor to Stokowski. It comes from a concert that was filmed in Chester Cathedral in 2007 and released on Naxos DVD 2.110230.
Thursday, October 19, 2017
5 Spooky sleepover stories
THE HOOK
A pair of attractive teens are parked at Make Out Point (or Lover's Lane, depending on your version of the story), an isolated spot on the edge of town. Boyfriend switches on the radio for some mood music, and the two start canoodling. But just as things are getting hot and heavy, they're interrupted by a breaking news story: a crazed murderer has escaped from the nearby state asylum. He's armed and dangerous, and he has a hook in place of his right hand. Girlfriend is frightened, and wants to go home straight away, but Boyfriend insists that they'll be fine. He locks all the car doors and tries to kiss her again. Girlfriend calmly explains that no means no, and that she wants to go the hell home, Brian. Annoyed, Boyfriend slams the gas pedal and drives her back to her house. It's only when they both get out of the car that he notices something dangling from the door handle: a bloody, steel hook.
DON'T TURN ON THE LIGHT
Two college roommates are in the same science class, and the big midterm is tomorrow morning. Marie wants to stay in and study, but Tara wants to go out and party with a cute guy from the lacrosse team. She leaves Marie to her studies. When she gets home very late that night, Marie is in bed and the lights are off. Tara goes to bed without turning the lights on, trying not to disturb her studious friend. In the morning, she goes to wake Marie so they won't be late for the test... but Marie's body lies stiff, and her bed is soaked in blood. On the wall above her, scrawled in blood, are the words "Aren't You Glad You Didn't Turn on the Light?"
THE KEYHOLE
A man is staying in a hotel for the weekend. On his way to his room, he notices a closed door with no number on it. When he asks about it, he is told that no one is allowed in that room. Curious, he stops to peer in the keyhole on the next night, and sees a normal hotel room, with a very pale woman lying on the bed. He goes on his way. But the next night, he's just too curious and looks through the keyhole again: this time, all he can see is red. Just red. He goes to ask the woman at the front desk about the room again, and she finally tells him the truth: a woman was murdered in that room years ago. An albino woman, with white skin... and red eyes.
HITCHHIKER
A couple are driving late at night, when they notice a girl hitchhiking. They pick her up, and she thanks them profusely and gives them a nearby address. They drive her home, trying to made polite conversation. But after a few minutes, the girl falls silent. The driver asks if they've reached the right intersection, but when they turn to the backseat the girl is gone. She's vanished without a trace. When they reach the address she gave them, an elderly couple greets them at the door. They don't know of any girl... but their own daughter was killed in a car accident many years ago, just a few miles up the road.
KEEP YOUR HANDS IN THE BED AT ALL TIMES
A girl is just a little afraid of the dark, so every night her dog sleeps under her bed. When she's afraid, she puts her hand down, and her dog licks it to reassure her. One night, she wakes to hear a strange dripping sound. She puts her hand down, and feels the dog lick it, so she feels better and goes back to sleep. The next morning, she wakes to find the body of her dog hanging in the middle of the room, dripping blood. On the wall someone has written, "Humans Can Lick Too!"
A pair of attractive teens are parked at Make Out Point (or Lover's Lane, depending on your version of the story), an isolated spot on the edge of town. Boyfriend switches on the radio for some mood music, and the two start canoodling. But just as things are getting hot and heavy, they're interrupted by a breaking news story: a crazed murderer has escaped from the nearby state asylum. He's armed and dangerous, and he has a hook in place of his right hand. Girlfriend is frightened, and wants to go home straight away, but Boyfriend insists that they'll be fine. He locks all the car doors and tries to kiss her again. Girlfriend calmly explains that no means no, and that she wants to go the hell home, Brian. Annoyed, Boyfriend slams the gas pedal and drives her back to her house. It's only when they both get out of the car that he notices something dangling from the door handle: a bloody, steel hook.
DON'T TURN ON THE LIGHT
Two college roommates are in the same science class, and the big midterm is tomorrow morning. Marie wants to stay in and study, but Tara wants to go out and party with a cute guy from the lacrosse team. She leaves Marie to her studies. When she gets home very late that night, Marie is in bed and the lights are off. Tara goes to bed without turning the lights on, trying not to disturb her studious friend. In the morning, she goes to wake Marie so they won't be late for the test... but Marie's body lies stiff, and her bed is soaked in blood. On the wall above her, scrawled in blood, are the words "Aren't You Glad You Didn't Turn on the Light?"
THE KEYHOLE
A man is staying in a hotel for the weekend. On his way to his room, he notices a closed door with no number on it. When he asks about it, he is told that no one is allowed in that room. Curious, he stops to peer in the keyhole on the next night, and sees a normal hotel room, with a very pale woman lying on the bed. He goes on his way. But the next night, he's just too curious and looks through the keyhole again: this time, all he can see is red. Just red. He goes to ask the woman at the front desk about the room again, and she finally tells him the truth: a woman was murdered in that room years ago. An albino woman, with white skin... and red eyes.
HITCHHIKER
A couple are driving late at night, when they notice a girl hitchhiking. They pick her up, and she thanks them profusely and gives them a nearby address. They drive her home, trying to made polite conversation. But after a few minutes, the girl falls silent. The driver asks if they've reached the right intersection, but when they turn to the backseat the girl is gone. She's vanished without a trace. When they reach the address she gave them, an elderly couple greets them at the door. They don't know of any girl... but their own daughter was killed in a car accident many years ago, just a few miles up the road.
KEEP YOUR HANDS IN THE BED AT ALL TIMES
A girl is just a little afraid of the dark, so every night her dog sleeps under her bed. When she's afraid, she puts her hand down, and her dog licks it to reassure her. One night, she wakes to hear a strange dripping sound. She puts her hand down, and feels the dog lick it, so she feels better and goes back to sleep. The next morning, she wakes to find the body of her dog hanging in the middle of the room, dripping blood. On the wall someone has written, "Humans Can Lick Too!"
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Hairy Toe Campfire Story
Hairy Toe
excerpted from Spooky Maryland
retold by S.E. Schlosser
Once there was an old woman who went out in the woods to dig up some roots to cook for dinner. She spotted something funny sticking out of the leaves and dug around until she uncovered a great big hairy toe. There was some good meat on that toe which would make a real tasty dinner, so the old woman put it in her basket and took it home.
When she got back to her cottage, the old woman boiled up a kettle-full of hairy toe soup, which she ate for dinner that night. It was the best meal she'd had in weeks! The old woman went to bed that night with a full stomach and a big smile.
Along about midnight, a cold wind started blowing in the tops of the trees around the old woman's house. A large black cloud crept over the moon and from the woods a hollow voice rumbled: "Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!" Inside the house, the old woman stirred uneasily in her bed and nervously pulled the covers up over her ears.
From the woods there came a stomp-stomp-stomping noise as the wind whistled and jerked at the treetops. In the clearing at the edge of the forest, a hollow voice said: "Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!" Inside the house, the old woman shuddered and turned over in her sleep.
A stomp, stomp, stomping sound came from the garden path outside the cottage. The night creatures shivered in their burrows as a hollow voice howled: "Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!" Inside the house, the old woman snapped awake. Her whole body shook with fright as she listened to the angry howling in her garden. Jumping out of bed, she ran to the door and barred it. Once the cottage was secure, she lay back down to sleep.
Suddenly, the front door of the cottage burst open with a bang, snapping the bar in two and sending it flying into the corners of the room. There came the stomp, stomp, stomping noise of giant feet walking up the stairs. Peeping out from under the covers, the old woman saw a massive figure filling her doorway. It said: "Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!"
The old woman sat bolt upright in terror and shouted: "I ATE your hairy toe!"
"Yes, you did," the giant figure said very gently as it advanced into the room.
No one living in the region ever saw the old woman again. The only clue to her disappearance was a giant footprint a neighbor found pressed deep into the loose soil of the meadow beside the house. The footprint was missing the left big toe.
http://americanfolklore.net/folklore/2009/10/the_hairy_toe.html
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
MAD HENRY spooky story
Mad Henry was a hermit who lived alone in a decrepit mansion at the edge of town. Rumors were rife about the wild-eyed man. Some folks said that he was a magician who called upon the powers of darkness to wreck havoc upon his neighbors. Others called him a mad doctor who could restore life to foul corpses from the local cemetery. No respectable citizen in town had anything to do with Mad Henry
Then one year a new family moved to town with a lovely daughter, Rachel, who caught Mad Henry’s eye. He showered the maiden with gifts—goblets of pure gold, necklaces of pearl, and a pot of daisies that never dropped a single petal. Despite the gifts, Rachael fell in love with another, Geoffrey, a handsome young man just home from university. A week after meeting they eloped, leaving behind a stunned Mad Henry.
When Rachael and Geoffrey returned from the elopement, they threw a big ball and invited everyone in town. While Rachel was waltzing with her father, she heard a clap of thunder. Lightning flashed again and again. Suddenly, the double doors blew open and a breeze whirled in, bringing with it the smell of dead, decaying things. Mad Henry loomed in the doorway, pupils gleaming red with anger. He was followed by the grotesque figures of the dead, who came marching two by two into the room. Their eye sockets glowed with blue fire as they surrounded the room.
Two of the corpses captured Geoffrey and threw him down at the feet of their lord. Red eyes gleaming, Mad Henry drew a silver-bladed knife and casually cut the bridegroom’s throat from ear to ear. Rachel screamed and ran forward, pushing through the foul, stinking corpses of the dead, and flung herself upon her dying husband.
Two of the corpses captured Geoffrey and threw him down at the feet of their lord. Red eyes gleaming, Mad Henry drew a silver-bladed knife and casually cut the bridegroom’s throat from ear to ear. Rachel screamed and ran forward, pushing through the foul, stinking corpses of the dead, and flung herself upon her dying husband.
“Kill us both,” she cried desperately.
But Mad Henry plucked the lass out of the pool of blood surrounding her dead husband and carried her out into the thundering night. Behind him, the army of the dead turned from the grizzly scene and followed their master. The sounds of thunder and lightning faded away as the alchemist and his dead companions disappeared into the dark night.
Geoffrey’s father and Rachael’s father gathered a small mob and followed the evil hermit, intent upon saving Rachel. When they searched Mad Henry’s house, they found it completely empty except for a light, which shone from a series of mysterious globes that bobbed near the ceiling of each room. Mad Henry had vanished.
Search parties scoured the countryside for days, but turned up nothing. Geoffrey was buried in the local cemetery, and the dance hall was torn down. No one in town spoke about what had happened, and no one dared imagine what had become of poor Rachel.
A year to the day after the ball, a timid knock sounded upon the door of Rachael’s parents’ home. When her father opened it, he saw a gaunt, gray figure on the stoop. Her eyes were dull with exhaustion and pain. It was Rachel! Her tongue had been cut out so she couldn’t speak. But when she produced a knife from her tattered garments—the knife with a silver blade that they had last seen in the hands of Mad Henry— the gleam of satisfaction in Rachel’s eyes told them that the streaks of blood that coated the knife were those of Mad Henry. That night, Rachel died in her sleep with a peaceful smile upon her ravaged face.
Monday, October 16, 2017
"Oy Khodyt Son Kolo Vikon" is a Ukrainian lullaby
"Oy Khodyt Son Kolo Vikon" is a Ukrainian lullaby. The title is usually translated into English as "The Dream Passes by the Windows".
The song is a traditional lullaby, composed of three verses in a minor tone. However, as it is a folk song, there are many popular versions of both the lyrics and the melody.
| Ukrainian | Translated into English | Transliterated into English |
|---|---|---|
Ой ходить сон, коло вікон.
А дрімота коло плота. Питається сон дрімоти: "Де ж ми будем ночувати?"
Де хатонька теплесенька,
Де дитина малесенька, Туди підем ночувати, І дитинку колисати. |
The Dream passes by the window,
And Sleep by the fence. The Dream asks Sleep: "Where should we rest tonight?"
Where the cottage is warm,
Where the tot is weeny, There we will go, And rock the child to sleep.
There we will sleep,
and will sing to the child: Sleep, sleep, my little falcon, Sleep, sleep, my little dove. |
Oy khodyt' son, kolo vikon.
A drimota kolo plota. Pytayetsya son drimoty: De zh my budem nochuvaty?
De khaton'ka teplesen'ka,
De dytynka malesen'ka, Tudy pidem nochuvaty I dytynku kolysaty.
Tam budem spochyvaty,
I dytynku prysypl'yaty: Spaty, spaty, sokol'yatko, Spaty, spaty, holubyatko. |
Sunday, October 15, 2017
DIY Caramel Apples
*Some apples have a wax coating that will prevent the caramel from sticking. To remove the wax coating, dip the apples for 4 seconds in 6 cups of boiling water mixed with 1/4 teaspoon white vinegar. Dry thoroughly before using.
First things first, Wash and dry your apples.
Prepping your area make sure you have a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray the paper with non stick cooking spray. Gather as many skewer sticks as you have apples. We have a family of 6, so we're going with 6
Vegetable oil cooking spray
6 small apples, washed and dried, stems removed
2 (9.5-ounce) bags soft caramel candies, unwrapped (like Kraft Classic Caramels)
1/4 cup pulp-free orange juice
toppings for the caramel apples
Caramel apple toppings suggestions
nuts
mini chocolate chips
sprinkles
crushed butterfingers
pretzels
melted white chocolate
crushed graham crackers
gummy worms
mini marshmallow
caramel popcorn
In a medium, heavy saucepan, over low heat, combine the caramel candies and orange juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candies have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool for 2 minutes. Dip the apples in the caramel until coated and then dip again. Place them on the parchment paper until firm, about 2 hours.
If melting chocolate, make a double boiler by putting the chocolate in a medium bowl and set it over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until the chocolate is smooth and melted. Using a fork, drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel. Put the apples back on the parchment paper for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with small candies, chopped nuts or sprinkles, make your own flavor combinations. Make sure you allow the apples to harden, at room temperature, for about 3 to 4 hours.
First things first, Wash and dry your apples.
Prepping your area make sure you have a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray the paper with non stick cooking spray. Gather as many skewer sticks as you have apples. We have a family of 6, so we're going with 6
Vegetable oil cooking spray
6 small apples, washed and dried, stems removed
2 (9.5-ounce) bags soft caramel candies, unwrapped (like Kraft Classic Caramels)
1/4 cup pulp-free orange juice
toppings for the caramel apples
Caramel apple toppings suggestions
nuts
mini chocolate chips
sprinkles
crushed butterfingers
pretzels
melted white chocolate
crushed graham crackers
gummy worms
mini marshmallow
caramel popcorn
In a medium, heavy saucepan, over low heat, combine the caramel candies and orange juice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candies have melted and the mixture is smooth, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool for 2 minutes. Dip the apples in the caramel until coated and then dip again. Place them on the parchment paper until firm, about 2 hours.
If melting chocolate, make a double boiler by putting the chocolate in a medium bowl and set it over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir until the chocolate is smooth and melted. Using a fork, drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel. Put the apples back on the parchment paper for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle with small candies, chopped nuts or sprinkles, make your own flavor combinations. Make sure you allow the apples to harden, at room temperature, for about 3 to 4 hours.
Saturday, October 14, 2017
Pumpkin Pie Fluff Dip
Pumpkin Pie Fluff Dip
This sweet dessert dip tastes like pumpkin pie cheesecake! Made with real pumpkin puree, marshmallow fluff, and cream cheese, this dip is so delicious!
Ingredients
1 8oz block of cream cheese, softened
1 7oz jar of marshmallow fluff (also known as marshmallow creme)
3 Tbsp pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Beat cream cheese and marshmallow fluff together until well combined, about 1 minute.
Add in pumpkin puree, spices, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined, about 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or fruit all taste absolutely delicious with this dip! Use whichever you would like.
Enjoy!
This sweet dessert dip tastes like pumpkin pie cheesecake! Made with real pumpkin puree, marshmallow fluff, and cream cheese, this dip is so delicious!
Ingredients
1 8oz block of cream cheese, softened
1 7oz jar of marshmallow fluff (also known as marshmallow creme)
3 Tbsp pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Beat cream cheese and marshmallow fluff together until well combined, about 1 minute.
Add in pumpkin puree, spices, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined, about 1 minute, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or fruit all taste absolutely delicious with this dip! Use whichever you would like.
Enjoy!
Friday, October 13, 2017
List of Maryland Fall Festivals for Family Fun 2017
Harvest Festivals in Maryland the whole family can enjoy
Horsmon Farm - 2017
Sept. 1-Oct. 29, weekends and school holidays. Hay rides, petting zoo, corn box, straw maze, sorghum maze and special events each weekend including scarecrow making, kayaking for kids, tractor weekend and more. Sat. and Sun., 11am-5pm. Admission free, $8 for activities and includes a pumpkin. 1865 Horsmon Farm Lane, St. Leonard. 443-532-5761. horsmonfarm.com
Fall Fun Festival - 2017
Sept. 8-Nov. 5. Corn maze, jumping giant pillow, petting and feeding farm animals, giant slides and more. Over 45 attractions, appropriate for any age including the Cow Train, mini mazes, playgrounds, duck races, ball games, photo centers and more. $7.75 weekdays; $11.00 weekends. 10am-6pm. Gaver Farm, Mount Airy. gaverfarm.com
Greenstreet Gardens Fall Festival & Corn Maze - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct. 29, Sat. and Sun. Hayrides, corn maze, jumping pillow, underground slide, corn boxes and more. 10:30am-last tickets sold at 4pm. $13; $10 for ages 65 and older and active or retired military with ID; free for ages 2 and younger. Lothian. greenstreetgardens.com
Summers Farm Fall Festival - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct. 29, Sat. and Sun. Over 45 attractions including corn maze, pumpkin patch, animals, pumpkin trains and more. $6.95-11.95. 10am-5pm. Summers Farm, Frederick. 301-620-9316, summersfarm.com
Homestead Gardens Fall Fest - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct 29, Saturdays and Sundays. Barnyard, corn maze, pumpkin patches and entertainment. Free entry, fee for some activities. 11am. Homestead Gardens, Davidsonville. 410-798-5000, homesteadgardens.com
Frederick's Oktoberfest - 2017
Sept. 29-Oct. 1. Bratwurst, Oktoberfest bier, German wines, dancing, music, children's events and much more. $8-40. Fri. 6-9pm; Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 11am-6pm. Frederick Fairgrounds, Frederick. frederickoktoberfest.com
Butler's Pumpkin Festival - 2017
Weekends Sept. 30-Oct 29. 10am-5pm. Corn maze, pumpkin cannon, food and farm market. $12. Children 2 and under free. Butler's Orchard, Germantown. butlersorchard.com
Special Historic Hauntings - 2017
Oct. 6-28, Fridays and Saturdays. Tour the inside the haunted James Brice House at night. $10-18. 7:30pm. Historic Annapolis Museum and Store, Annapolis. annapolistours.com/our-tours/historic-ghost-walk
Frederick County Farm Museum Fall Festival - 2017
Oct. 7-8. Free, some activities have a small fee. 10am-4pm. Rose Hill Manor, Frederick. frederickcountyfarmmuseum.org
Spooky SPY Family Night - 2017
Oct. 13. Participate in top secret missions, go deep undercover and transform your appearance with the help of professional make-up artists. Challenge yourself in Code Cracker competitions, explore all forms of spy trade craft, and enjoy SPY snacks. Come in disguise as your favorite spy. $14. 6-9pm. The International Spy Museum, Washington D.C. 202-393-7798, spymuseum.org
Rock Hall Fallfest - 2017
Oct. 14. Children's activities, live music, crafts and more. Free. 10am-4pm. Main Street, Rock Hall. 410-639-7779, mainstayrockhall.org/fallfest
Fall Harvest Festival at Kinder Farm Park - 2017Harbor Harvest
Oct. 14. 10am-4pm. Farm animals, hayrides, arts and crafts, face painting, and more. Free. Kinder Farm Park, Millersville. kinderfarmpark.org
The Great Pumpkin Patch - 2017
Oct. 14-15. Moon bounces, face painting, a petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin decorating, and more. $5, Children under 2 free. 10am-4pm. Old National Pike District Park, Mt. Airy. recreater.com/215/The-Great-Pumpkin-Patch
Fall Festival and Craft Day - 2017
Oct. 15. Bob for apples, build a scarecrow, and more. $5 per car. 10am-4pm. Hancock's Resolution, Pasadena. historichancocksresolution.org
Harbor Harvest - 2017
Oct. 15. Ikea Urban Pumpkin Patch, petting zoo, face painting, hay maze, costume parade and more. Free, additional costs are required for some activities. 10am-2pm. Rash Field, Baltimore. waterfrontpartnership.org
Boo at the Zoo - 2017
Oct. 20-22. Treat stations, animal demonstrations, keeper chats and more. 5:30-8:30pm each night. $30. National Zoo, Washington D.C. nationalzoo.si.edu
HallowRead - 2017
Oct. 20-21. Book festival with author-led workshops and panels including how to launch your book, young adult, graphic novels and more. Plus wine/dine, literary pub crawls, paranormal and horror topics. $15-65; book signings are free. Check website for full schedule. Roger Carter Center, Ellicott City. 410-750-2800, hallowread.com
Okto'Bear'Fest - 2017
Oct. 21. Seasonal ales, Oktoberfest inspired foods and live music. $25-65. Noon-4pm. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
PumpkinFest at Irvine Nature Center - 2017
Oct. 21. Noon-5pm. Includes hayrides, alpacas, jugglers, face painting and more. $15, free for kids under 2. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. explorenature.org
Trick-or-Treat on the Square - 2017
Oct. 21. Trick or treat at local businesses, face painting, a pet costume contest and more. Free. 3-5pm. Historic downtown, Leonardtown. 301-475-9791, visitstmarysmd.com
Inspired Ghost Tracking - 2017
Oct. 21. Members of Inspired Ghost Tracking, a local paranormal investigation team, will take you through some of their fascinating case files. Free. 2pm. Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library. 410-222-1770, aacpl.net
Haunted Ship - 2017
Oct. 21.Visit the "Maryland Dove," transformed into a not-so-scary haunted ship. Trick-or-treating, face painting, and games. Free, donations welcome. 5:30-8pm. Historic St. Marys City (HSMC), St. Mary's City. 240-895-4990, visitstmarysmd.com/events/haunted-ship
Pumpkin Trolleyfest - 2017
Oct. 21-22 and 28-29. Rides, pumpkin decorating and more. $5-$7; pumpkin decorating is extra. National Capital Trolley Museum, Colesville. dctrolley.org
Great Jack O' Lantern Campfire - 2017
Oct. 21. Display of hand-carved pumpkins, hunt for glowing Jack O' Lanterns, hot cider, haunted Halloween tales and more. Free. 7-8:30pm. Darnall's Chance House Museum, Upper Marlboro. history.pgparks.com
Halloween Celebration & Costume Parade with Choo Choo Blue - 2017
Oct. 26. Railroad story and Halloween celebration with Choo Choo Blue featuring activities and trick or treating. $12-18. 10:30am. B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. borail.org
Return of the Monster Mash Party - 2017
Oct. 26. Games, stories, a monster parade and more. Costumes welcomed. Free. 6:30pm. Glen Burnie Library. 410-222-6290, aacpl.net
AVAM's Fall Halloween Celebration - 2017
Oct. 26. Tour the museum and create a eerie luminary lantern. BYO glass jar (any size w/ label removed), all materials: glue, paper, googly eyes & bling provided. Free. 4-7pm. American Visionary of Art Museum, Baltimore. 410-244-1900. avam.org
ZooBOOO! - 2017
Oct. 27-29. Free trick-or-treating, costume contests, carnival games and more. $13-18. 10am-4pm. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
Trick or Treat in the Garden - 2017
Oct 28. Trick or treat, paint pumpkins, crafts, games and more. Please pre register. $10. 10am-1pm. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, Washington, D.C. tudorplace.org
Howl-O-Ween Paw-ty - 2017
Oct 28. Meet adoptable pets, games, activities, costume parade, prizes, trunk or treat, live music and more. Free. 10am-2:30pm. Anne Arundel County Animal Control, Millersville. aacounty.org
Chestertown's Annual Halloween Parade - 2017
Oct. 28. Parade featuring music, costumes, floats and more. Free. 10am. High Street, Chestertown. 410-708-5238, kentcounty.com
Halloween in the Garden - 2017
Oct. 28. Art activities, trick or treating, parade and more. $2. 11am-4pm. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. annmariegarden.org
Return of the Haunted House - 2017
Oct. 28. Dark, dire and daring you to be brave in The legendary Brooklyn Park Haunted House. Free. 1-4pm. Brooklyn Park Library. 410-222-6260, aacpl.net
Boo Bash - 2017
Oct. 28. Costume contest, parade, judging, trick or treat and more. Ghostbusters to be shown at dusk. Free. 2:15pm. North Beach Business Loop, North Beach. 301-855-6681, northbeachmd.org/special-events/pages/boo-bash
Flick or Treat - 2017
Oct. 28. Outdoor family-friendly spooky movie night and light snacks (while supplies last). $5; ages 12 and under $2. 7pm. Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale Park. 301-864-0420, pgparks.com
NSO Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular - 2017
Oct. 29. Frightfully fun concert and ghoulishly attired musicians might “BOO” you from behind their instruments in return. Costumes welcomed. $15-18. 2pm. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. 202-467-4600, kennedy-center.org
Spooky Sounds, Haunted Harmonies - 2017
Oct. 29. The LSO performs their annual halloween concert. Costume contest to follow concert. $20; students free. 3-5pm. Annapolis High School. 410-562-8920, lso-music.org
Halloween Family Bingo - 2017
Oct. 30. Play a halloween themed bingo for small prizes. Free. 6:30pm Broadneck Library, Annapolis. 410-222-1905, aacpl.net
Halloween Little Goblins Spooktacular - 2017
Oct. 31. Spooky stories, dancing and fun. Trick or Treating in the Library to follow. Costumes welcomed. Free. 10am. Riviera Beach Library. 410-222-6285, aacpl.net
Tudor Tots: Halloween - 2017
Oct. 31. Read, sing and play while learning about Halloween. Craft time to follow. $5. 10-11am. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, Washington, D.C. tudorplace.org
Halloween Hoopla - 2017
Oct. 31. Not-so-scary stories, songs, activities and more. Wear your costume and join in the annual parade. Free. 10:30am. Annapolis Library. 410-222-1750, aacpl.net
Kids Club: Candy Corn Fruit Cups - 2017
Oct. 31. Children’s culinary workshop using all natural ingredients. Registration required. $5. 11-11:45am. Whole Foods Market, Annapolis. 410-573-1800, wholefoodsmarket.com
Halloween at the Symphony: Free Family Concert - 2017
Oct 31. A not-too-scary lobby concert of popular spooky music. Costumes encouraged. Trunk or treat to follow. Free. 5pm. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore. 410-783-8000, BSOmusic.org
Horsmon Farm - 2017
Sept. 1-Oct. 29, weekends and school holidays. Hay rides, petting zoo, corn box, straw maze, sorghum maze and special events each weekend including scarecrow making, kayaking for kids, tractor weekend and more. Sat. and Sun., 11am-5pm. Admission free, $8 for activities and includes a pumpkin. 1865 Horsmon Farm Lane, St. Leonard. 443-532-5761. horsmonfarm.com
Fall Fun Festival - 2017
Sept. 8-Nov. 5. Corn maze, jumping giant pillow, petting and feeding farm animals, giant slides and more. Over 45 attractions, appropriate for any age including the Cow Train, mini mazes, playgrounds, duck races, ball games, photo centers and more. $7.75 weekdays; $11.00 weekends. 10am-6pm. Gaver Farm, Mount Airy. gaverfarm.com
Greenstreet Gardens Fall Festival & Corn Maze - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct. 29, Sat. and Sun. Hayrides, corn maze, jumping pillow, underground slide, corn boxes and more. 10:30am-last tickets sold at 4pm. $13; $10 for ages 65 and older and active or retired military with ID; free for ages 2 and younger. Lothian. greenstreetgardens.com
Summers Farm Fall Festival - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct. 29, Sat. and Sun. Over 45 attractions including corn maze, pumpkin patch, animals, pumpkin trains and more. $6.95-11.95. 10am-5pm. Summers Farm, Frederick. 301-620-9316, summersfarm.com
Homestead Gardens Fall Fest - 2017
Sept. 23-Oct 29, Saturdays and Sundays. Barnyard, corn maze, pumpkin patches and entertainment. Free entry, fee for some activities. 11am. Homestead Gardens, Davidsonville. 410-798-5000, homesteadgardens.com
Frederick's Oktoberfest - 2017
Sept. 29-Oct. 1. Bratwurst, Oktoberfest bier, German wines, dancing, music, children's events and much more. $8-40. Fri. 6-9pm; Sat. 11am-10pm; Sun. 11am-6pm. Frederick Fairgrounds, Frederick. frederickoktoberfest.com
Butler's Pumpkin Festival - 2017
Weekends Sept. 30-Oct 29. 10am-5pm. Corn maze, pumpkin cannon, food and farm market. $12. Children 2 and under free. Butler's Orchard, Germantown. butlersorchard.com
Special Historic Hauntings - 2017
Oct. 6-28, Fridays and Saturdays. Tour the inside the haunted James Brice House at night. $10-18. 7:30pm. Historic Annapolis Museum and Store, Annapolis. annapolistours.com/our-tours/historic-ghost-walk
Frederick County Farm Museum Fall Festival - 2017
Oct. 7-8. Free, some activities have a small fee. 10am-4pm. Rose Hill Manor, Frederick. frederickcountyfarmmuseum.org
Spooky SPY Family Night - 2017
Oct. 13. Participate in top secret missions, go deep undercover and transform your appearance with the help of professional make-up artists. Challenge yourself in Code Cracker competitions, explore all forms of spy trade craft, and enjoy SPY snacks. Come in disguise as your favorite spy. $14. 6-9pm. The International Spy Museum, Washington D.C. 202-393-7798, spymuseum.org
Rock Hall Fallfest - 2017
Oct. 14. Children's activities, live music, crafts and more. Free. 10am-4pm. Main Street, Rock Hall. 410-639-7779, mainstayrockhall.org/fallfest
Fall Harvest Festival at Kinder Farm Park - 2017Harbor Harvest
Oct. 14. 10am-4pm. Farm animals, hayrides, arts and crafts, face painting, and more. Free. Kinder Farm Park, Millersville. kinderfarmpark.org
The Great Pumpkin Patch - 2017
Oct. 14-15. Moon bounces, face painting, a petting zoo, pony rides, pumpkin decorating, and more. $5, Children under 2 free. 10am-4pm. Old National Pike District Park, Mt. Airy. recreater.com/215/The-Great-Pumpkin-Patch
Fall Festival and Craft Day - 2017
Oct. 15. Bob for apples, build a scarecrow, and more. $5 per car. 10am-4pm. Hancock's Resolution, Pasadena. historichancocksresolution.org
Harbor Harvest - 2017
Oct. 15. Ikea Urban Pumpkin Patch, petting zoo, face painting, hay maze, costume parade and more. Free, additional costs are required for some activities. 10am-2pm. Rash Field, Baltimore. waterfrontpartnership.org
Boo at the Zoo - 2017
Oct. 20-22. Treat stations, animal demonstrations, keeper chats and more. 5:30-8:30pm each night. $30. National Zoo, Washington D.C. nationalzoo.si.edu
HallowRead - 2017
Oct. 20-21. Book festival with author-led workshops and panels including how to launch your book, young adult, graphic novels and more. Plus wine/dine, literary pub crawls, paranormal and horror topics. $15-65; book signings are free. Check website for full schedule. Roger Carter Center, Ellicott City. 410-750-2800, hallowread.com
Okto'Bear'Fest - 2017
Oct. 21. Seasonal ales, Oktoberfest inspired foods and live music. $25-65. Noon-4pm. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
PumpkinFest at Irvine Nature Center - 2017
Oct. 21. Noon-5pm. Includes hayrides, alpacas, jugglers, face painting and more. $15, free for kids under 2. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills. explorenature.org
Trick-or-Treat on the Square - 2017
Oct. 21. Trick or treat at local businesses, face painting, a pet costume contest and more. Free. 3-5pm. Historic downtown, Leonardtown. 301-475-9791, visitstmarysmd.com
Inspired Ghost Tracking - 2017
Oct. 21. Members of Inspired Ghost Tracking, a local paranormal investigation team, will take you through some of their fascinating case files. Free. 2pm. Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library. 410-222-1770, aacpl.net
Haunted Ship - 2017
Oct. 21.Visit the "Maryland Dove," transformed into a not-so-scary haunted ship. Trick-or-treating, face painting, and games. Free, donations welcome. 5:30-8pm. Historic St. Marys City (HSMC), St. Mary's City. 240-895-4990, visitstmarysmd.com/events/haunted-ship
Pumpkin Trolleyfest - 2017
Oct. 21-22 and 28-29. Rides, pumpkin decorating and more. $5-$7; pumpkin decorating is extra. National Capital Trolley Museum, Colesville. dctrolley.org
Great Jack O' Lantern Campfire - 2017
Oct. 21. Display of hand-carved pumpkins, hunt for glowing Jack O' Lanterns, hot cider, haunted Halloween tales and more. Free. 7-8:30pm. Darnall's Chance House Museum, Upper Marlboro. history.pgparks.com
Halloween Celebration & Costume Parade with Choo Choo Blue - 2017
Oct. 26. Railroad story and Halloween celebration with Choo Choo Blue featuring activities and trick or treating. $12-18. 10:30am. B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore. borail.org
Return of the Monster Mash Party - 2017
Oct. 26. Games, stories, a monster parade and more. Costumes welcomed. Free. 6:30pm. Glen Burnie Library. 410-222-6290, aacpl.net
AVAM's Fall Halloween Celebration - 2017
Oct. 26. Tour the museum and create a eerie luminary lantern. BYO glass jar (any size w/ label removed), all materials: glue, paper, googly eyes & bling provided. Free. 4-7pm. American Visionary of Art Museum, Baltimore. 410-244-1900. avam.org
ZooBOOO! - 2017
Oct. 27-29. Free trick-or-treating, costume contests, carnival games and more. $13-18. 10am-4pm. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Baltimore. marylandzoo.org
Trick or Treat in the Garden - 2017
Oct 28. Trick or treat, paint pumpkins, crafts, games and more. Please pre register. $10. 10am-1pm. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, Washington, D.C. tudorplace.org
Howl-O-Ween Paw-ty - 2017
Oct 28. Meet adoptable pets, games, activities, costume parade, prizes, trunk or treat, live music and more. Free. 10am-2:30pm. Anne Arundel County Animal Control, Millersville. aacounty.org
Chestertown's Annual Halloween Parade - 2017
Oct. 28. Parade featuring music, costumes, floats and more. Free. 10am. High Street, Chestertown. 410-708-5238, kentcounty.com
Halloween in the Garden - 2017
Oct. 28. Art activities, trick or treating, parade and more. $2. 11am-4pm. Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Solomons. annmariegarden.org
Return of the Haunted House - 2017
Oct. 28. Dark, dire and daring you to be brave in The legendary Brooklyn Park Haunted House. Free. 1-4pm. Brooklyn Park Library. 410-222-6260, aacpl.net
Boo Bash - 2017
Oct. 28. Costume contest, parade, judging, trick or treat and more. Ghostbusters to be shown at dusk. Free. 2:15pm. North Beach Business Loop, North Beach. 301-855-6681, northbeachmd.org/special-events/pages/boo-bash
Flick or Treat - 2017
Oct. 28. Outdoor family-friendly spooky movie night and light snacks (while supplies last). $5; ages 12 and under $2. 7pm. Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale Park. 301-864-0420, pgparks.com
NSO Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular - 2017
Oct. 29. Frightfully fun concert and ghoulishly attired musicians might “BOO” you from behind their instruments in return. Costumes welcomed. $15-18. 2pm. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. 202-467-4600, kennedy-center.org
Spooky Sounds, Haunted Harmonies - 2017
Oct. 29. The LSO performs their annual halloween concert. Costume contest to follow concert. $20; students free. 3-5pm. Annapolis High School. 410-562-8920, lso-music.org
Halloween Family Bingo - 2017
Oct. 30. Play a halloween themed bingo for small prizes. Free. 6:30pm Broadneck Library, Annapolis. 410-222-1905, aacpl.net
Halloween Little Goblins Spooktacular - 2017
Oct. 31. Spooky stories, dancing and fun. Trick or Treating in the Library to follow. Costumes welcomed. Free. 10am. Riviera Beach Library. 410-222-6285, aacpl.net
Tudor Tots: Halloween - 2017
Oct. 31. Read, sing and play while learning about Halloween. Craft time to follow. $5. 10-11am. Tudor Place Historic House and Garden, Washington, D.C. tudorplace.org
Halloween Hoopla - 2017
Oct. 31. Not-so-scary stories, songs, activities and more. Wear your costume and join in the annual parade. Free. 10:30am. Annapolis Library. 410-222-1750, aacpl.net
Kids Club: Candy Corn Fruit Cups - 2017
Oct. 31. Children’s culinary workshop using all natural ingredients. Registration required. $5. 11-11:45am. Whole Foods Market, Annapolis. 410-573-1800, wholefoodsmarket.com
Halloween at the Symphony: Free Family Concert - 2017
Oct 31. A not-too-scary lobby concert of popular spooky music. Costumes encouraged. Trunk or treat to follow. Free. 5pm. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore. 410-783-8000, BSOmusic.org
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