Oct 29 Wednesday
Back for its second year, Abbott and the Big Ten Conference are hosting the We Give Blood Drive competition to entice students, alumni, fans, and community members to rally around their Big Ten school to donate blood, save lives, and address the country's ongoing critical blood shortage.
From August 27 to December 5, anyone eligible to donate blood can do so anywhere, anytime in the U.S. to count for their school. The school with the most donations at the end of the competition will receive $1 million to advance student or community health.
New this year, everyone who donates or attempts to donate blood throughout the competition will receive an exclusive, limited-edition, Homefield-designed T-shirt specific to their school. To receive the shirt:
1. Show up to donate 2. Submit your donation (or attempt to donate) at BigTen.Org/Abbott or by texting DONATE to 222688 (ABBOTT). 3. Click the link sent to your email 4. Use your redemption code 5. Your shirt will be shipped to the address of your choice.
Last year, the University of Nebraska won, and is using the funds to advance student health on campus. The University of Maryland is competing this year and will host several blood drives on campus and in the surrounding area throughout the competition. To find a blood drive near you, please visit: https://bigten.org/abbott/maryland
"Caring for a neurodivergent child or loved one can bring unique joys and challenges. This JCS group provides a safe and supportive space for parents and caregivers to explore the emotional side of caregiving, process feelings, and build resilience together. Meets beginning October 22, 2025 on Wednesdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm via Zoom"
Once Bitten (1985) with candlelit ambiance, immersive décor, and retro Halloween commercial breaks for pure 1985 video-store vibes. Part of the all-1985 Home-Recorded Halloween Horror-Thon. Costumes encouraged.
Oct 30 Thursday
Oct 31 Friday
The Nevermore Haunt features unique creatures, characters and scenes inspired by late 19th century Baltimore.
Come face-to-face with mangled, undead factory workers, the ghosts of drowned sailors, unlicensed medical practitioners and strange, terrifying monsters inside this historic 140 year-old property in Baltimore’s Old Town.
One of Maryland’s scariest haunted houses and a Baltimore Halloween tradition since 2016, The Nevermore Haunt also features spectacular sideshow performance and an outdoor bar featuring local beers and custom cocktails.
Halloween at Crooked Crab with Fright Night (1985)—immersive décor, preshow atmosphere, and retro Halloween commercial breaks for late-night TV nostalgia. Costumes encouraged!
Nov 01 Saturday
Nov 02 Sunday