Farmers & Artisans Market to host October events

Halloween is only a few weeks away, and the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market invites market-goers to join the merchants for lots of autumn fun for the entire month of October. The market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in White Horse Park.

The "Breyer Fall Fun Model Horse Show" returns to the Marketplace on Saturday, Oct. 10. The show is open to children and adults, with an entry fee of $5. Ribbons and prizes will be awarded to winners in several judged fun categories. For more information about the show and to register, visit the Rainbows End Tack Shop on the green market loop.

Oct. 17 will be "Pumpkin Saturday." The first 50 children to visit the Kids Market Zone will pick out a free pumpkin to take home.

Then, "Halloween at the Marketplace" takes place Oct. 31. Merchants will be dressed in costumes and have their shops and market stands decorated, as they share treats with shoppers of all ages.