Pumpkin patch to benefit preschoolFirst United Methodist Church will host a fundraising pumpkin patch 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday from Oct. 14 to Oct. 30 at 212 N. Division St. Cinderella pumpkins, warty orange, blue, gray or green pumpkins, mini pumpkins and a variety of decorating gourds will be available. Buy two and get one free. All proceeds will support the Small Blessings Preschool.For more information, call 775-884-1600.Free worship service Oct. 20Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God will sponsor a free worship service at 10 a.m. Oct. 20 at the Carson City Community Center. There will be a brief talk given by a facilitator, readings, a small-group discussion and a short contemplation.For more information, call 775-358-9013 or visit the website www.eck-nevada.org.Spirit tour of houses Oct. 20There will be a Dake House Spirit Tour of two houses at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 meeting at the Dake House, 2242 Main St. in Genoa.Cost is $14. For reservations, call 775-782-4951.