
The 17th annual Mid-Atlantic Reptile Show (MARS) is September 19-20 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 4-H Hall, 2200 York Rd. in Timonium.
Show proceeds are donated to purchase and protect rainforest and critical habitats.
Proceeds from MARS have protected 2,854 acres of critical habitat since 1993. The event is an expo with captive bred reptiles, amphibian and tarantulas. Caging, supplies, feeder insects and rodents, books and more can be found at the reptile show. Seminars on a variety of topics run throughout the weekend and displays for kids will help keep everyone entertained.
On Saturday evening, September 19, there will be a fundraising Auction at the Holiday Inn, 9615 Deereco Rd. (Timonium) from 7-11 p.m. with animals, supplies and much more.
A weekend pass is $13 adults, one-day pass (Saturday or Sunday) is $9 adults;
kids 6-12/seniors 65+ pay $7 (one day pass or weekend); children 5 & under are free.