Spooky Tales & Terrariums: Dracula’s Guest

Fri · Oct 30·11 AM – 2 PM·the NatureLab, 7003 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park, MD

Free coworking sessions at the NatureLab offer quiet space, Wi‑Fi, a natural science collection, a Keurig and art supplies.

Fri · Oct 30·12 PM – 1 PM·TPSS Co-op, 201 Ethan Allen Ave, Takoma Park, MD

Weekly Friday lunch at TPSS Co‑op picnic tables, bring your own or get food from the Co‑op or nearby businesses, enjoy conversation and community.

Fri · Oct 30·3 PM – 5 PM·Takoma Park Maryland Library — Library Program Room

After School (Takoma Park Maryland Library, Program Room) — Program Room provides after‑school activities for students, ages 3–18.

Fri · Oct 30·10 AM – 4 PM·American History Museum, Spark!Lab, First Floor, West Wing · Washington

Inventors workshop at the American History Museum’s Spark!Lab invites ages 6–12 to create, collaborate, test, and experiment using STEM, art, and history.

Sat · Oct 31·12 PM – 7 PM·Cielo Rojo, 7211 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park, MD

Dia de los Muertos Festival at Cielo Rojo features flash tattoos, tarot readings, face painting, papel picado making, local vendors, and an ofrenda where attendees bring labeled photos.

Thu · Oct 29·7 PM – 8:30 PM·Laurel Leaf, 6919 Laurel Ave, Takoma Park, MD

A 45‑minute reading of W.W. Jacobs’ eerie classic “The Monkey’s Paw” followed by a DIY spooky terrarium you can take home at Laurel Leaf; tickets required.

Tue · Oct 27·3 PM – 6 PM·Corner of 5th St NW and Sheridan St NW, 6201 Sheridan St NW, Washington

Whittier Farm Stand (corner of 5th St NW and Sheridan St NW) — sells locally grown produce, accepts SNAP, WIC and Senior FMNP benefits, open Tuesdays 3‑6 pm.

Tue · Oct 27·6 PM – 7:30 PM·People’s Book, 7014-A Westmoreland Ave., Takoma Park, MD

Group trivia night at People’s Book featuring NYTimes puzzles, wordle, connections, spelling bee challenges, with prizes and a book copy included.

Wed · Oct 28·10:30 AM – 2:30 PM·Crossroads Farmers Market, Anne St. @ University Blvd. East, Takoma Park, MD

Local produce, eggs, honey, and flowers from within 100 miles sold at Crossroads Farmers Market, with SNAP/WIC matching, live music, lunch items, and community resources, for all ages.