Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church will host Gourd Glow: A Carving and Decorating Contest from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 23 at 10300 N.E. 199th St., Battle Ground. The event features pumpkin and gourd carving and decorating contests, seasonal snacks and team-building activities. Awards will be given for Most Creative, Scariest, Best of School and Most Diverse Team. This event brings together students from Clark County’s gender-sexuality alliance groups for an afternoon of creativity and connection. For more details or to RSVP, contact Michael Kidowski at BGCUMC@gmail.com or 360-687-2542.