American Craft Beer Week all culminates with our ANNUAL BEER CLUB TRIP GIVEAWAY. As we do every year... we are celebrating Victoria Day with an incredible beer lineup (to be announced soon) and Beer Club discounts starting at 5PM, passed hors d'oeuvres from 6-7PM (bar area only), and fun all night long. Then the main […]

It’s STILL the word! One of the world’s favorite musicals hits the stage in a high-octane production featuring all the hit songs you love, including “Summer Nights,” “You’re the One That I Want,” “Hopelessly Devoted To You” and “Greased Lightning.” Danny, Sandy and the coolest gang of students from Rydell High take you back to […]

Support Baltimore's Art and Cultural organizations that are participants in the "Spring of Remembrance." Pre-Show reception and performance will honor the 100th Anniversary of the Baltimore Jewish Times, and Chesapeake Shakespeare Arts partners. Join us!

Parents, early educators and community leaders are invited to a free showing of Resilience, a powerful documentary that explores the profound long-term effects of toxic stress, a condition that affects many young children in our community. Researchers have recently discovered this dangerous biological syndrome caused by abuse and neglect during childhood that correlates to adult […]

The Community Foundation of Howard County's annual Spring Party will celebrate the foundation's 50th anniversary and include a full buffet and open bar. Guests will network with hundreds of local leaders and support the foundation, which promotes local philanthropy and provides critical grant funding for nonprofits serving Howard County.

Savage Fest 2019. The 32nd annual Savage Fest promises a day of fun for all ages and a chance to meet friends old and new. Originating in Savage Days festivities from the 1920s, Savage Fest conveys the charm and vibrancy of the small town of Savage, MD. The celebration takes place on Baldwin Common with […]

Over 100 beers, unlimited samples & 10 bands Local/Regional & National Beers Hand picked beers. Some you may know some you wont. We do our best to find the hard to find, seasonals, rareities & on-offs. Last year we had 11 firkins and pins from as far away as Oregon! Live Music All Day Long Bands […]

This first-time-ever, one-of-a-kind, not-to-be-missed event is sure to be a hit.  Food Plenty is proud to welcome Bulleit Bourbon and Manor Hill Brewing to our Porch for a Summer Party with a Purpose.  Start on the Clarksville Commons Plaza with tastings from Bulleit and Manor Hill.  Bulleit is bringing their famous Woody, which only makes a couple stops in the state… […]

Fascinators have been gaining momentum all over the world, as seen by their popularity in royal wedding and celebrity galas. A fascinator is worn on occasions where hats are customary, something serving as an evening accessory, when it may be called a cocktail hat. Bigger than a barrette, modern fascinators are commonly made with feathers, […]

Willard & Wood Magic Cabaret is a comedic afternoon of amazement, featuring rare impossibilities, unscripted moments, and special guest performers! Following the success of “An Evening of Impossibilities” in downtown Baltimore, Willard & Wood have agreed to pull back the curtain and introduce guests to their numerous astonishments-in-progress and favorite colleagues for an incredible afternoon […]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

Join us for Trivia every Monday night at 7 pm! New teams of 2 or more get a free basket of wings at their first game! Reserve  a table by emailing Jacquie by 5:30 pm at [email protected]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

Living Well with Chronic Pain will teach participants strategies and skills in a six-week workshop to gain confidence in managing chronic pain and achieving their goals. The program explores how to manage symptoms and challenges, exercise for strength and flexibility and balance activity and rest.

Capital Jazz Fest. The jazz festival with soul! Started in 1993, this multi-day, multi-stage outdoor music festival, which attracts music lovers nationwide, is more than just a concert, it's an event! It's a place to people-watch, eat, drink, shop, mingle, relax, soak in the rays, make new friends, and of course hear some of the […]

Students will create unique monoprints, collagraphs, relief prints, etc. using simple tools that you can find at home! Learn printmaking techniques that you can utilize anytime you want to make something creative. Printmaking is a wonderful activity for friends and family to spend time together while learning a new skill. To register, please call the […]

Howard County General Hospital will hold “Heroes in Health Care,” an evening benefitting the hospital, on Saturday, June 8, from 6:30 to 11 p.m. in the Kossiakoff Center at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. The fundraiser will honor the heroic acts of hospital staff and will include dinner and dancing […]

Howard County General Hospital will hold “Heroes in Health Care,” an evening benefitting the hospital, on Saturday, June 8, from 6:30 to 11 p.m. in the Kossiakoff Center at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, Maryland. The fundraiser will honor the heroic acts of hospital staff and will include dinner and dancing […]

Sell your stuff or shop for treasures at the River Hill Village Center parking lot on Sunday, June 9, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Vendor space rental $10 River Hill residents or $20.00 for non-residents of River Hill per space (bring your own table). Register now at Claret Hall at 6020 Daybreak Circle, […]

Join us at the Columbia Art Center on Sunday, June 9th from 1:00-3:00 pm for our Family Art Frenzy. This months Family Art Frenzy workshop will be Superhero Decoupage Picture Frames. All participants will take home with them custom made picture frames with prints of their favorite superhero! To register, please call the Columbia Art […]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

Blossoms of Hope and Her Mind Magazine present the 8th Annual Power of the Purse! Gently-used and vintage purses will be available for cash and carry. New and designer handbags, some of which will be filled with goodies, will be included in the Silent Auction. There will be light fare from Maggiano's, desserts from Season's 52, wine from The Iron Bridge […]

Leadership Howard County, which seeks to empower leaders to strengthen and transform the community, will recognize program alumni for their service to Howard County at the organization’s annual dinner and graduation. The event will take place June 11 from 5 to 8:45 p.m. at the Ten Oaks Ballroom in Clarksville, Maryland. Ananta Hejeebu received the […]

Try your hand at watercolor painting in a comfortable learning atmosphere. You will be instructed in hands on exercises while also having the opportunity to watch instructor demonstrations. Bring a friend or family member for a creative evening learning a new skill. All supplies will be included. $25 for Columbia Association members and $35 for […]

We will be making the delectable open-faced samosas with mashed potatoes, cashew, raisins and pomegranate drizzled with mint chutney and Sweet and sour sauce followed by a classic malai tikka khorma (Paneer tikka khorma for vegetarians)-Marinated in sour cream and a blend of spices served with chick pea pulao and purl (deep fried whole wheat […]

The Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, Maryland, is pleased to announce a three-woman show in the galleries for June, July and August 2019.  Karen Carpenter, Irene Whitaker, and Martha Lohaus will show their work in the Lobby and Bill White Room Galleries, titled “The Colors of Light” from June […]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

32nd Annual Antique & Classic Boat Festival & the Arts at Navy Point Friday & Saturday, Father’s Day Weekend, June 14 & 15, 2019 Friday, 11am–5pm | Saturday, 10am–5pm Please note: This festival now runs Friday & Saturday. Participants and vendors may continue through Sunday, when CBMM will be open for regular admission. For safety […]

If you have two or more chronic conditions, you may be at risk for malnutrition! Malnutrition can lead to muscle loss and dizziness - two factors that increase your risk of falling. This workshop will give you the tools to better self-manage your nutrition. Topics covered: muscular strength | nutrition | falls prevention Cost: $5. […]

Charity Dinner - Bridges Families Out of Poverty

Celebrate 10 Years of Adventure with a deal so good, it's almost too good to be true (but we promise it's true)! It’s our 10-Year Anniversary Event! PURCHASE TICKETS: https://www.terrapinadventures.com/10-year/ Main Event: One discounted fee (save 35%) gets you access to all our elements: Zip Line, High Ropes Challenge Course, Climbing Tower, Giant Swing. Cost: […]

Celebrate 10 Years of Adventure with a deal so good, it's almost too good to be true (but we promise it's true)! It’s our 10-Year Anniversary Event!   PURCHASE TICKETS: https://www.terrapinadventures.com/10-year/   Main Event: One discounted fee (save 35%) gets you access to all our elements: Zip Line, High Ropes Challenge Course, Climbing Tower, Giant […]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

Join us for Trivia every Monday night at 7 pm! New teams of 2 or more get a free basket of wings at their first game! Reserve  a table by emailing Jacquie by 5:30 pm at [email protected]

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO END HOMELESSNESS IN HOWARD COUNTY! Enjoy an evening with friends while savoring premier wines and delicious food at The Iron Bridge Wine Company! Iron Bridge is a critically acclaimed “hot-spot” in Howard County, garnering attention from such national publications as USA Today and The Wine Enthusiast, and been a Top 50 […]

Join us for this mixed-level yoga class designed to help you de-stress and release tension in the mind and body. We'll start off with relaxation techniques to clear the mind and release emotional tension, then go through poses to relax, stretch, and strengthen the body, and finish with a meditation to soothe the soul. Benefits […]

The Stoop Storytelling Series in partnership with the Horizon Foundation will present “On Purpose: Stories about living in line with your unique values” on Thursday, June 20th at the Howard Community College’s Smith Theatre. The stories can be funny, sad, and serious— as long as they’re true. Stoop storytellers are writers, dog-walkers, scientists, poets, moms, […]

Enjoy an evening with your friends creating a mystery art project. An instructor will take you step-by-step through the creative process. You will leave with your own personalized artwork! No art experience required. Light refreshments available. Feel free to bring your own beverages and snacks. Only 20 spots are available, so book now in person, […]

Sit Farm Style beside our Organic Gardens and enjoy Artfully Prepared Bounty from farms less than 5 miles away (including our own!). What better way to spend the first day of Summer? Chef's Choice Amuse Bouche Appetizer Bite Farm Dinner Our Organic Greens of the Moment Lightly Dressed Late Spring Roasted Vegetables with Garden Fresh […]

The Restaurant Association of Maryland presents the first Maryland Foodie Fest, a family-friendly food festival at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen on Saturday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Maryland Foodie Fest features cooking competitions, food pairings and samples from restaurants throughout Maryland, craft beer and wine, arts and crafts and live music. […]

On Saturday, June 22nd, Manor Hill Farm will be hosting the Farm Fest on their 54-acre working farm in Ellicott City, Maryland. Manor Hill Brewing will be providing beer for the event… highlights include: – Farm tours and education activities: Learn from the farm staff and brewing team how hops are grown and harvested at […]

If you're immortal, stop reading now. Everybody else, come out for a different kind of comedy show that brings humor to the serious moments of life, and death. The Second City, as Chicago’s legendary sketch and improv comedy theater and in partnership with Speak(easy) Howard, presents The Cure for The Common Comedy.   Edgy, thought-provoking and […]

The National Public Radio hit series Selected Shorts takes the stage at the Columbia Festival of the Arts as part of the Speak(easy) Howard series. Spellbinding short stories by established and emerging writers take on a new life when they are performed by stars of the stage and screen. Experience the series live as host […]

Join us for Trivia every Monday night at 7 pm! New teams of 2 or more get a free basket of wings at their first game! Reserve  a table by emailing Jacquie by 5:30 pm at [email protected]

We are excited to bring you HoCo Pride in 2019 as the first ever celebration of sexual and gender minorities in Howard County! This family friendly event will feature food, music, games, entertainment of all kinds, community resources, allies, friends, and fun! You can even bring your furry family members! Co-Hosted by PFLAG Columbia-Howard County […]

The Arc of Howard County in partnership with The Columbia Festival of The Arts and Howard Autism Society present Sprout Films. 11 short films by/and or about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These are wonderful films, to be enjoyed by all, showcasing the diversity of life.

Come sing and dance with Fantasm this Saturday and see why they were voted as MD's Best Party Band in this year's Baltimore Sun Reader's Poll.

Join in saluting the founding of the Columbia Film Society and HoCoPoLitSo with an afternoon that celebrates the education of girls, the beauty of story, and the power of collective action. This joint anniversary event features a talk by one of the writers of Girl Rising and a showing of the  documentary film that inspired […]

An exhibit featuring artwork by Oluwatobi Adewumi, Wynston Edun, Charlotte Mann, and Leah Taylor. These four artists create expressive, figurative works which broaden the conversation on how portraiture can evoke persona. Exhibit runs July 1 - August 9, 2019. Reception: July 1, 6-8pm. Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 12-4pm. Closed July 4.

An exhibit featuring artwork created by juried artists during Paint It!, an annual plein air paint-out in Historic Ellicott City, Maryland. The juror for Paint It! Ellicott City 2019 is award-winning artist Nancy Tankersley, who will offer remarks and present juror awards at the reception on July 1. The reception will also include a one-night […]

Bring a picnic or purchase food from on-site vendors. Parking is free (no VIP parking available). Date: Thursday, July 4, 2019, 5-10pm Fireworks after dark Rain date: Thursday, July 5 (Fireworks Only) Location: Columbia Lakefront Site Map: Map of Area Inclement weather line: 410-313-4451 Fireworks will start at dark, around 9:30 pm, weather depending.    Note: Those wishing to place a […]

Saturday, July 6, 2019 Rain Date: Sunday, July 7, 2019 7 – 10pm, Tolchester Beach Bandstand For safety reasons, non-service dogs need to be kept home during Big Band Night and all CBMM festivals. Leashed dogs are only permitted during non-festival days. Sparklers are prohibited.  BUY ADVANCED TICKETS HERE   ADMISSION $6 CBMM Members and […]

Our first Disney movie of the summer, Mulan, kicks off at 8:30 pm. Bring your prince & princesses to an all-ages movie about a young woman determined to protect her ailing father from having to serve in the military. Disguising herself as a man, she enters the army on his behalf and proves to herself […]

Saturday, July 13, 10am Barry Louis Polisar Children’s Music The Chyrsalis Symphony Woods, Merriweather Park 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia Grab a blanket or lawn chair, bring the family, have a picnic and enjoy the sounds of summer! For information, call 410-313-4700, TTY 410-313-4665. *Schedules subject to change. For a recorded announcement about cancellation due to inclement or […]

You're in for an amazing experience of sensational cultural performance, mouth watering food to stir your taste buds, and exciting music! About this Event African Cultural Experience Festival celebrates diversity in our community by showing the unique Arts, Music, Fashion, Food, Games, Dance, Folktales from various countries. You can shop, eat, drink, and dance as […]

Pow-Wow, an American Indian owned and operated company, will sponsor the 26th annual Howard County Pow-Wow/American Indian Show and Festival on July 20-21, 2019 at the Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friendship, Maryland. (The Howard County Fairgrounds–2210 Fairground Road West Friendship, MD  21794) The pow-wow is an opportunity for the public to interact with American […]

#ReggaeWineFest Come celebrate the largest and longest running wine festival on the Mid-Atlantic Coast. Join us at Linganore Winecellars for the Summer Reggae Wine and Music Festival. Enjoy a relaxing day of listening to live performances, while sampling Linganore’s delicious wines, authentic island cuisine and hand-crafted goods from around the world. Get your Reggae on […]

Matcha Time Cafe owners Hatsumi Watanabe-Smith and Derek Smith are stranded in Japan while Derek recuperates from the massive heart attack he suffered June 27th on a Tokyo train as he and Hatsumi traveled to her father's funeral. They hope to return to Ellicott City sometime in August but in the meantime their medical and […]

Join us at Manor Hill Tavern for dinner and drinks, followed by up close and personal acts of amazement and wonder from Master Mentalist and Mindreader, DAN ECKERT! Dinner begins at 6:30PM in our Fireplace Room where guests will choose from 3 carefully curated entrée options.  A draught beer or glass of wine is also included! […]

Trivia Night every Wednesday at 8 PM. Come out for delicious food and a great night of trivia!

August 3rd – 10th, 2019 Daily Hours 8 am  - 11 pm ADMISSION: 10 years & up: Sat. (8/3), Sun. (8/4), & Sat. (8/10) = $7  /                                                                      Mon. through Fri. = $5 before 5PM & $7 from 5PM - 11PM Children under 10 years: FREE Seniors, 62 years & up: $3 Season Pass: $25 FREE […]

Join Winter Growth on our Front Porch for a night of old-fashioned family fun. Play checkers and board games, jump rope, create a sidewalk chalk masterpiece, join in a four-square challenge and more. We'll also have lots of lemonade, popsicles, ice cream sandwiches, and watermelon to share.

Bring your child to Claret Hall for a morning of music. Children and their grownups joyfully share songs, rhymes, movement and instrument play at this ongoing class. Ages 0-5. Call or email for details and registration.

Wednesday, August 7th Open House Ponds, Puddles, & Creeks 10:30 A.M. to Noon Your guide will bring you by hayride to the Cattail Creek. Make sure you wear old tennis shoes or water shoes as we go into the creek to catch a variety of the critters that live there. After catching the critters, we […]

Wednesday, August 7th Open House Ponds, Puddles, & Creeks 10:30 A.M. to Noon Your guide will bring you by hayride to the Cattail Creek. Make sure you wear old tennis shoes or water shoes as we go into the creek to catch a variety of the critters that live there. After catching the critters, we […]

If you are tired of restrictive dieting and feeling regret each time you overeat, this workshop is for you. Break the eat-repent-repeat cycle and ditch the diet! Learn how you can reconnect with your body and regain control of your eating habits without relying on restrictive rules. Come away with a viable model to help […]

Grab a blanket or lawn chair, bring the family, have a picnic and enjoy the sounds of summer! For information, call 410-313-4700, TTY 410-313-4665. *Schedules subject to change. For a recorded announcement about cancellation due to inclement or extreme heat related weather, call 410-313-4451 after 5pm on the day of the performance. Refreshments available for sale. Boat Rentals available […]

Come out and enjoy Disney Pixar's beautifully mastered animated movie, Coco. Young Miguel sets out to fulfill his dream of being an accomplished magician despite his family's generations-old ban on music. Traveling through the Land of the Dead, Miguel and his new friend Hector, work to uncover the real story behind Miguel's family history. FREE, […]

In a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy creating a painting of your favorite pet! Explore the basic techniques of painting texture in this step-by-step workshop. Whether your inspiration is your dog, cat or another favorite pet, you will leave with a work of art to enjoy and showcase in your home. Please note: In order for the instructor to give you […]

Watch Gary Clark Jr. and Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats perform at Merriweather on Sunday, August 25! Doors open at 5:30 pm for a 6:30 pm show. Tickets range from $45 to $75 and can be purchased at: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/gary-clark-jr-and-nathaniel-rateliff-columbia-maryland-08-25-2019/event/1500568BE3EA5EB4. Ever since 2010, when Gary Clark Jr. wowed audiences with electrifying live sets everywhere from […]

Check out Maryland's finest breweries without the hassle of driving and with the added perks of behind the scenes tours, a pint of your choice at each stop, swag, good times, and more! This tour will be taking place in Howard County and will include the following breweries: 11:45, Bus departs promptly 12:00 - 1:00, […]

Drama Learning Center's TYA program brings its second production to Chrysalis Kids! Inspired by music made famous by The Beatles, Beat Bugs: A Musical Adventure hits the stage. Meet the Beat Bugs – five insect pals who explore the world and pick up life lessons along the way in this new musical, based on the […]

The 8th Annual Howard County Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk that will take place on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Centennial Park in Ellicott City, Maryland. Pancreatic Cancer has taken the lives of many great people and celebrities such as Patrick Swayze, Steve Jobs and Aretha Franklin! It is estimated that 55,000+ people will be diagnosed […]

The 8th Annual Howard County Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk that will take place on Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Centennial Park in Ellicott City, Maryland. Pancreatic Cancer has taken the lives of many great people and celebrities such as Patrick Swayze, Steve Jobs and Aretha Franklin! It is estimated that 55,000+ people will be diagnosed […]

Enjoy a free outdoor barre class at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront every second Sunday of the month from 9-10am with Haven on the Lake teachers! Dates are July 14, August 11 and September 15. For more information, visit our website or call 410-715-3020. You do not need to be a Haven on the Lake member […]

Watermen’s Appreciation Day Sunday, August 11 | 10am–5pm TICKET PRICES $18 Adult $10 CBMM Member Adult & Licensed Watermen Adult* $8 Children 6-17 $6 CBMM Member Child (6-17) & Licensed Watermen Child* FREE Children 5 & Under *Must show license Steamed Crabs – sold inside the gate while they last. Price is usually $25/dozen, includes […]

#TasteofLinganore Presented by Linganore Winecellars & Red Shedman Farm Brewery, this event promises something for everyone, and is guaranteed to indulge your inner foodie. The August 11th event will showcase some of the area’s favorite restauranteurs and caterers, featuring samplings of small plates made with Linganore Wines. Stroll the grounds to shop unique local vendors […]

Willard & Wood Magic Cabaret is a comedic afternoon of amazement, featuring rare impossibilities, unscripted moments, and special guest performers! Following the success of “An Evening of Impossibilities” in downtown Baltimore, Willard & Wood have agreed to pull back the curtain and introduce guests to their numerous astonishments-in-progress and favorite colleagues for an incredible afternoon […]