Five Things You Need to Know Today: October 29

1. Pet Costume Contest

is holding a pet show and costume contest today at 1 p.m. There's an "array" of categories from biggest to smallest and most spots to most personality. Find more information .

2. Not Into Being Scared for Halloween?

The Freedom Area Recreation Council is holding a "" at 4 p.m. this afternoon including pumpkin painting, face painting, a costume parade and more.

3. Adult Pumpkin Decorating

The Finksburg Branch Library is hosting a for adults today at 1 p.m. Participants are asked to bring their own pumpkin and learn pumpkin carving techniques to make a pumpkin centerpiece for their home.

4. Angel of Hope Garden Fundraiser

The J.O.S.H. Foundation is holding a fundraiser selling childrens goods at the Carrolltowne Mall in the former Carrolltowne Liquors space starting at 11 a.m. Proceeds from the sale go to the J.O.S.H. foundation to fund construction of the Angel of Hope Garden at the South Carroll Senior Center.

5. Complete List of Things to Do This Weekend

Find our handy dandy list of things to do this weekend in Carroll County . Some of the fun things include an Apple Butter Market, Zombie Walk and a Corn Maze.