Howard is seeking vendors for the ninth annual 50+EXPO 2007, an event for residents ages 50 and older.

The expo will be held Oct. 19 at Wilde Lake High School in Columbia.

Last year’s event brought more than 6,000 attendees and featured more than 140 commercial and nonprofit vendors. The expo includes a health fair, health screenings, alternative health care information, an “Ask the Experts” series, workshops, live entertainment and food.

Vendor fees vary and are based on exhibitor category and exhibit location. To request information and reserve a space, call 410-531-5472 or e-mail ldiener@howardcountymd.gov.