Halloween events in Baltimore

Hear true tales and folklore from across the state and find out what Colonial Maryland was really like for those accused of witchcraft. Can you tell fact from legend? This is program 3 in our 6-part Dark Side of Maryland series. If you are interested in attending any other programs to hear about Maryland's darker side, check these out: October 6 -- Unveiling Maryland's Monsters October 13 -- Maryland Mayhem October 14 -- Witch's Brew October 20 -- Mediums, Magicians and the Ouija Board October 27 -- Haunted Maryland October 30 & 31 -- Green Mount spiritualism cemetery tour All programs in this series will be available on the Library's Facebook and Youtube pages after the event is over, except for the cemetery tour taking place on October 30th and 31st.

Join us for a thrilling panel where our four authors discuss and explore creating horror. This panel will be moderated by Baltimore's own host of the macabre, Melissa LaMartina. As part of the event, we will be giving out some copies of each panelist's books to randomly selected attendees until supplies run out. Panelists Include: Adam Cesare is a New Yorker who lives in Philadelphia. He studied English and film at Boston University. He is the author of the Bram Stoker Award-winning Clown in a Cornfield series, the graphic novel Dead Mall, and several other novels and novellas including the cult hit Video Night. An avid fan of horror cinema, you can talk movies with him on YouTube, TikTok, Twitter, and the rest of his socials. TT Madden is a trans, mixed race writer of "off kilter, politically barbed horror." She's written several novellas, which she refuses to use AI in, or to keep politics out of. She loves writing about the intersections of her various identities, and queer characters who are allowed to be messy and complicated. Jessica McHugh is a 3x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, a multi-genre novelist, & an internationally-produced playwright whose had thirty-two books published in eighteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blackout poetry collection, “The Quiet Ways I Destroy You” and her cross-generational horror series, “The Gardening Guidebooks Trilogy.” Explore the growing worlds of Jessica McHugh & commission blackout poetry at McHughniverse.com. Jamie Nash is a screen writer that has worked with some of the top fright masters in the business including Blumhouse Entertainment, Rogue Pictures, Sam Raimi's Ghost House Pictures and Lionsgate. When Jamie’s not busy writing spec screenplays and TV pilots, he works as a screenwriting consultant. He wrote the bestselling book Save The Cat! Writes for TV and The SaveThe Cat! Beat Sheet Workbook and Save The Cat! Writes Horror . Our moderator is Melissa LaMartina , a filmmaker who thrives on a multi-faceted creative life. Brought up acting and directing in Baltimore’s vibrant theatre community, she went on to co-produce horror comedies like Out There Halloween Mega Tape and What Happens Next Will Scare You before stepping into the director’s chair with For Sale by Exorcist . She also wrote the narrative for the hit horror video game series, Amanda the Adventurer. When she’s not making monsters, Melissa moonlights as Aurora Gorealis, the horror host behind Shocktail Hour, and sings for the surf-punk band Beach Creeper. Melissa lives in Baltimore with her husband, Chris, and cats, Madame Leota and Ezra. You can find her on Instagram at @melissalamartina and @aurora_gorealis. Registration is recommended due to limited space.

But when New York City comes under attack from a host of supernatural demons, the self-proclaimed Ghostbusters must step up and save the world from the sinister 'Zuul.' 1984|Rated PG|105 minutes| Trailer

Join us for Enoch Pratt Free Library’s free luncheon series, which offers patrons an afternoon of engaging conversations, performances, and activities. Pratt is excited to work in partnership with several community organizations to bring in a variety of dynamic presenters and performers, with rich academic and artistic backgrounds to lead these programs. What’s on the menu: We are thrilled to welcome Amanda Hughes , Manager of the Social Sciences and History Department. Just in time for Halloween, we will delve into the eerie depths of Maryland's witchy past! Hear true tales and folklore from across the state and find out what Colonial Maryland was really like for those accused of witchcraft. Can you tell fact from legend? Following the presentation, participants may also choose to take part in other facilitated activities or join our regular book discussion group led by Pratt Librarians from the Fiction Dept. Lunch will be provided. Please contact the Programs department at pao@prattlibrary.org or 410-396-5494, if you have questions about registration or to request accommodations.

Ages 13+ A journalist must investigate a mysterious videotape which seems to cause the death of anyone one week to the day after they view it. 2002| PG-13| 115 mins| Trailer

He might look scary, but all he wants is a friend. When, one day, he feels brave enough to venture downstairs, he ends up frightening the other books. Will Scary ever be able to find a friend who sees him for who he truly is? Angela and Tony DiTerlizzi, the bestselling husband-and-wife team behind A Very Cranky Book , have crafted a tale that is both a friendship story and social-emotional fable. It’s the perfect reminder that sometimes good friends can come in unexpected packages. About the Author: Angela DiTerlizzi is a beloved author of award-winning, charming, and inspiring picture books, including the New York Times a nd USA Today bestselling The Magical Yet series, Some Bugs, Just Add Glitter , and many others. Her books have been featured in Entertainment Weekly and BuzzFeed, on the Today show, and in Cheerios boxes. About the Program: To attend in person please register here. Doors will open to registered attendees at 1pm. All registered in person attendees will receive a free copy of the book while supplies last. Free street parking and bike parking available. If you need additional accommodations, please let us know at events@prattlibrary.org or 443-768-0762.

Maryland STEMFest is off to a great start at Hampden with this hands-on chemistry craft.

Their debut feature revolves around three students making a film about the legend of a vengeful 18th-century witch, and it became a pop-culture phenomenon by presenting itself as a "real" documentary. Heather Donahue, Michael Williams,Joshua Leonard. 1999 | R | 1.5 hours | Trailer

With its mountain hollows, lonely salt marshes, and centuries-old architecture, Maryland is indeed a very spooky place. Join Enoch Pratt Free Library Maryland Department librarians for age-old folk tales and ghost stories that will send shivers down your spine. This is program 5 in our 6 part Dark Side of Maryland series. If you are interested in attending any other programs to hear about Maryland's darker side, check these out: October 6 -- Unveiling Maryland's Monsters October 13 -- Maryland Mayhem October 14 -- Witch's Brew October 20 -- Mediums, Magicians and the Ouija Board October 27 -- Haunted Maryland October 30 & 31 -- Green Mount spiritualism cemetery tour All programs in this series will be available on the Library's Facebook and Youtube pages after the event is over, except for the cemetery tour taking place on October 30th and 31st.

Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Pumpkin King Jack Skellington longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere. 1993 | Rated PG | 76 min | Trailer

This program has limited spaces and pre-registration is recommended. To register, please call the Cherry Hill Branch at 410-396-1168.

When one of the guests is murdered, Poirot is pulled into a chilling mystery filled with shadows, secrets, and suspense, based on Agatha Christie’s novel Hallowe'en Party. Join us to watch A Haunting in Venice and stay for a discussion of both the film and the novel. Directed by Kenneth Branagh. Starring Kenneth Branagh, Dylan Corbett Bader, Amir El-Masry, Riccardo Scamarcio, and Michelle Yeoh. 2023 | Rated PG-13 | 1 hour 44 minutes | Trailer