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The First Annual Halloween Gala Spooktacular benefit for Linwood Center is set for Saturday, Oct. 26, from 7-11 p.m., at Hebron House in Ellicott City.

The Halloween-themed fundraiser will include entertainment by Cheeky Monkey Side Show, music by the Voodoo Yahoos and food from Scittino’s Italian Market.  There will be a Mythical Monsters costume contest, door prizes and a raffle.

Proceeds will benefit Linwood Center, which provides services and programs for children and adults living with autism and related disabilities. Linwood recently opened a new 36,000 square foot school adjacent to its historic Manor House in Ellicott City this Fall.  With a capacity for 70 students, the school includes a non-graded Special Education Program for ages 5-21 and a General Education Program for students in kindergarten through 8^th grade.

Sponsorships for the Spooktacular benefit are available.  Platinum is $1,000, Gold is $500 and Silver is $250. Individual tickets are $55 each. There is limited capacity, and reservations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.  For event information and to buy tickets, visit https://galaspooktacular.eventbrite.com.