What are You Doing This Weekend?

The week’s almost over and the weekend is nearly here. Make the most of it by checking out some of our picks for fun activities and interesting things to do around the region.

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When/Where: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 22 at , 100 White Marsh Park Drive, Bowie

Why Go: Check out some live local theatre, and proceeds from Friday’s opening night performance, will benefit Food Link, Inc. of Annapolis.

Cost: $18

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When/Where: through Oct. 9 at , 14900 Pennsylvania Avenue, Upper Marlboro

Why Go: Now in its 18th year, the Capital Challenge Horse Show returns to Prince George's Equestrian Center with nine full days of competition. And besides, you can't beat a free event with horses.

Cost: Free

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When/Where: 9 p.m. Saturday at , 1210 Annapolis Road, Odenton

Why Go: Come see former Arundel High music director Phil Butts perform some great jazz classics and new arrangements.

Cost: Free

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When/Where: 4 p.m. Sunday at

Why Go: In addition to watching runners in high heels cover a course throughout the Towne Center, there also will be live music and Gordon Biersch beer. Towne Center restaurants also will provide food all for the benefit of the AAMC Breast Center.

Cost: $25 registration, $30 day of race

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When/Where: 6 p.m. Sunday at , 8132 New Cut Road

Why Go: Those passionate about American Sign Language and the local deaf community gather together for dinner, signing and growing in their understanding of the hearing impaired.

Cost: Free

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When/Where: 10 a.m. Sunday at Y Worry Farm, Davidsonville

Why Go: Make a scarecrow (bring your own clothes), ride a pony, face painting, balloons, and corn maze. There will also be hayrides, farm animals and a pick-your-own pumpkin patch. This is event is designed to remind everyone of the importance of family farms.

Cost: Free