Twenty-Five Things to Do
1. Take in a beautiful view of the fall foliage at one of the many scenic views in Baltimore County. Learn more
2. Make your way to Valley View Farms Garden Center and Nursery. Shop through the garden center, pick up a pumpkin, and even do some early holiday shopping. http://www.valleyviewfarms.com/
3. Enjoy a meal with a beautiful waterfront view at Carsons Creekside Restaurant and Lounge. http://www.carsonscreekside.com/
4. Visit the first new winery in Baltimore County in 23 years, DeJon Vineyards. Experience the warm and welcoming environment of Long Green Valley. http://www.dejonvineyard.com/
5. Pack a picnic and enjoy the various recreational activities at Oregon Ridge Park. With a playground, rolling grassy hills, and miles of hiking trails, this family friendly park hosts a great environment for a picnic. http://baltimorecountymd.gov/agencies/recreation/countyparks/oregonridgelodge/index.html
6. Call to schedule a visit at Ballestone-Stansbury House and hear about the strange things that have been happening there, believed to be caused by the spirit of the property’s previous owner. http://ballestonestansburyhouse.org/default.aspx
7. Visit Basignani Winery and celebrate its 25th anniversary with classically styled and produced wines. www.basignani.com
8. Hike through the trails of the Patapsco Valley State Park. Known for its trail opportunities and scenery, this park offers 170 miles of trails. http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/patapsco.asp
9. Throw a blanket in the car and drive on over to Bengie’s Drive-In Theater. This throw back to the days of drive in’s features triple features on almost every Friday and Saturday night, classic cartoons, vintage trailers and intermission clips, and duck till dawn shows. http://www.bengies.com/
10. Sit around a warm campfire at the Merry Meadows Recreation Farm. Nestled in the countryside, the park allows folks of all ages to camp outdoors and enjoy the recreation activities available. www.morrismeadows.us
11. Tee time! Play a round of golf at one of Baltimore County’s incredible courses including Greystone, The Woodlands, Diamond ridge, Rocky Point, and fox Hollow. Check for locations and special promotions on the website. www.baltimoregolfing.com
12. Stop by for a tasting at Boordy Vineyards and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Greenspring Valley. http://www.boordy.com/home
13. Visit Hampton National Historic Site for a free tour of the Georgian style mansion and its grounds. http://www.nps.gov/hamp/index.htm
14. Root for the Tigers at a Towson University football game this season. http://www.towson.edu/
15. Bike or hike the NCR Trail. The trail begins nestled away in the small community of Ashland, just off York Rd. It stretches north 20 miles until it reaches the Pennsylvania line.
16. Explore nature at the Irvine Nature Center. With summer educational programs, the center welcomes students, families, and nature-lovers. http://www.explorenature.org/
17. Enjoy the exhibitions at the Fire Museum of Maryland. The museum provides an educational look at the history of fire fighting through artifacts and memorabilia. There are always new collections and events. http://firemuseummd.org/
18. Take a romantic getaway for a night, a weekend, or longer at Gramercy Mansion Bed in Breakfast. http://www.gramercymansion.com/
19. Discover one of Towson’s best kept secrets, Towson Arts Collective. Check out their featured gallery or come by for a class. http://www.towsonartscollective.org/
20. Visit one of the many farms located in Baltimore County that offer pumpkin picking. Learn more
21. Hurry and get what many say is the best apple cider around at Weber’s Cider Mill Farm before they close for the season .http://www.weberscidermillfarm.com/
22. Take your own sushi tour in Towson and pick out your favorite, believe it or not, it’s often called the “Sushi Mecca”.
23. If it’s too cold outside, enjoy the glamorous views within Towson Town Center which has a new luxury wing and includes stores such as Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Louis Vuitton, and Lacoste.
24. Find out how to make wine during harvest season at any of the four Baltimore County wineries. Learn more.
25. Have a fam ily style meal, even when you don’t feel like cooking, at Friendly Farm. http://www.friendlyfarm.net/
