Howard County General Hospital will hold Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop […]

Join us for a WGC Happy Hour on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Success in Style Charity's First Pick at Historic Savage Mill About this Event Join us for a WGC Happy Hour at Success in Style Charity's First Pick at Historic Savage Mill, co-hosted with Feldspar Studio and Gallery. Just minutes from Columbia - […]

Bring your family, walk through the meadow and along the stream to the woodland campfire ring. Listen to the birds singing at dusk. Gather around the crackling fire and hear legend-stories about the Equinox, sing old-time songs, roast marshmallows, and enjoy s’mores with Holly and George Stone.. Hike back in time to watch the sun set […]

Do you want to sell your home now or in the future? Then this seminar is for you! Learn how to sell your home for the most amount of money in any market! Topics include: How to prepare your home: The top 5 low-cost ways to turn your home into a buyer magnet What’s your […]

Take your creativity to the next dimension during 3-D Thursdays.  Every fourth Thursday of the month, we offer a breif CAD or 3D printing lesson or discussion topic followed by open time to use our printers (LulzBot Taz6 or M3D Micro+).  If your print finishes before 3D Thursday is over, you can take it home with you - or commit […]

Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises critical awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Join or start a team.

Event Details Walk Date: Sat, 09/28/2019 Walk Location: Lake Elkhorn - Columbia, MD Check-in/Registration Time: 10:00 am Walk Begins: 11:30 am Walk Ends: 1:00 pm For more information, please contact: Contact Name: Hayley Kline Contact Email: [email protected]   To Register: afsp.org/howardco When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Walks, you join the effort with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds […]

A grand evening featuring acclaimed piano duo Anderson & Roe. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the HCC All-Steinway Initiative. Evening begins with a pre-concert reception, followed by a 7:30 p.m. concert, and concluding with a meet the artists after the concert. September 28 6 p.m. Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center

Share the Joy of Music with Family and Friends with this family friendly performance featuring the Anderson & Roe Piano Duo. The concert begins at 3 p.m. and is followed by a Meet and Greet with the Artists at 4 p.m. Tickets are $40 for general admission, $10 for students; Ages six and older will […]

Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

A Smoothie Bowl Building + Plant-Based Nutrition Workshop Join Colleen Howell from Vega as she shows you how to take your smoothies and smoothie bowls to the next level by adding protein powders and other plant-based additions to your creations! Colleen will share recipes with you, sample her favorite smoothies, answer questions and even give […]

In partnership with the Friends of Patapsco Valley State Park, Authors Betsy McMillion and Ed Johnson will present the history of Patapsco Valley State Park and their new book in the “Images of America Series.” From its humble beginnings in 1907 as a 43-acre forest reserve to its expansion to over 16,000 acres today, this […]

Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival XXXVI October 4 & 5, 2019 Admission is good for both Friday and Saturday and is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, $6 for children ages 6 to 17, and FREE for CBMM and children 5 and under.  All museum exhibitions will be open throughout the event. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS   […]

Dracula Adapted from the novel by Bram Stoker October 4 – November 2, 2019 “There are darknesses in life and there are lights, and you are one of the lights, the light of all lights.” The mesmerizing and classic tale of horror and romance: Sinister events in a sanatorium reveal the lurking presence of the […]

Enjoy the bounty of the season with our yard to table, farm to table and locally foraged mushrooms chef-inspired menu farm table fashion!

Walk and Run with us on Saturday, October 5, 2019! Centennial Park in Ellicott City, MD  .  Registration at 9 am.  Walk and Run at 10 am. Each fall the Howard County Autism Society’s One Step Closer Walk & 5K Run builds autism awareness and acceptance in the community, bringing together those touched by autism and the greater community […]

Explore the power of words from writers such as Langston Hughes and live jazz by such greats as Duke Ellington in a not-to-be-missed speakeasy atmosphere evocative of the era. Admission includes a variety of speakeasy-inspired small bites.  Cash bar available, serving two signature cocktails, beer and wine. Period attire is encouraged.

Erase Hate Through Art is an examination of the bullying and hate crimes through the eyes of the artist, presented to promote acceptance over tolerance.  The show features the art of more than 50 artists. Erase Hate Through Art is sponsored by How Do You Like Me Now Productions. Curated by Grant Myers.

The show features a variety of original oil paintings and giclee prints of longtime Columbia resident and artist Heber Bouland.

Built of stone from the Little Patuxent River bordering Savage, Carroll Baldwin Hall is a 97-year-old Maryland Historic Trust site which still serves as a vibrant community center. Funds from each year’s race help restore and maintain this historic gem. Baldwin Hall is in the midst of some extensive renovations, including redoing the well-worn original […]

The One Step Closer Autism Walk & 5K Run brings together those touched by autism and the greater community in a supportive, energizing and fun environment. It features a timed 5K run around Centennial Lake, a Lake Walk of 4K and a shorter 3/4 mile "Amazing Racers" course for those needing 1:1 assistance or who […]

It’s harvest time:  ideal for the annual, old fashioned Fall Festival at the Conservancy!  Watch blacksmiths hammering iron in their shop, listen to blue grass music and explore the historic three-century-old farm.  Visit our pygmy goats, the chickens, Onyx the snake, and Ranger the barred owl, and many visiting farm animals.   There are children’s crafts, […]

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 Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

Our Meditation Circle meets on the 1st Monday of the month from 6pm-7pm at the Spiritual Spectra Office 5457 Twin Knolls Road Suite 300 Columbia, MD 21045. Our Meditation Circle offers a quiet, peaceful environment to help you let go of the mental chatter so you can go inward and connect spiritually. The Meditation Circle […]

Howard County General Hospital will hold Living Well with Chronic Disease, a free six-week workshop held weekly on Fridays for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, […]

Enjoy an evening of beer tasting and BBQ at Manor Hill Brewing and join Neighbor Ride in helping local seniors stay connected to the people, resources, and activities that keep them healthy and make their lives whole. All event proceeds will support the Good Neighbor Fund, which allows Neighbor Ride to provide free transportation for low income seniors in […]

You are invited to the 3rd Annual MDIS Fall STEM Festival! The festival is in conjunction with the statewide Maryland STEM Festival and is free and open to the entire community. The festival will feature: The Inventor’s Workshop - Hands-on STEM activities for families with children in PreK-12th grade Exhibitors and vendors from the community The Scholastic Book Fair Bounce […]

Excitement and passion are at the heart of this all-Russian season opener! Baltimore Symphony Violinist Ivan Stefanovic brings his amazing talents to Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2. Tchaikovsky poured his whole heart and soul into Symphony No. 6, 'Pathetique'. It’s an emotional masterpiece that has to be experienced live! Sofia Gubaidulina brings Russian spirit to […]

Special Announcement The Race for the Cure is now the More Than Pink Walk! Much of what you loved about the Race will be back with a new fresh look that will communicate our work beyond breast cancer awareness. Together we are a community of people who want to do more; more for our communities, […]

Experience HCC’s beautiful campus and unique racecourse as your organization competes for prestigious “Challenge” awards. The Challenge 5K is a team event where individuals race for the fasted combined score as they run, climb, and crawl their way to the finish line. Join participants in the Celebration Village to learn more about HCC, our partners, […]

Howard County General Hospital will hold Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop […]

You are invited to the first Annual Festival for Little Portion Farm. Little Portion Farm is a ministry of the Franciscan Friars Conventual focused on providing fresh food to those in need while using sustainable farming methods to restore the health of our land. The 3-acre farm will function as an “agro-ecosystem,” with a diversity […]

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 […]

Please join us for WGC's 2019 Annual Celebration: A Tale of Two Women & Their Rise to Equality - Shattering Glass Ceilings About this Event Please join us for WGC's 2019 Annual Celebration: A Tale of Two Women and Their Rise to Equality - Shattering Glass Ceilings in Howard County, with Keynote Speakers Lisa Myers […]

Bridges’ fall friendraiser: Taste of Wine, Splash of Charity will take place on Wednesday, October 16th from 6 – 9 pm, providing an exciting night out for wine enthusiasts and those passionate about affordable housing or an end to homelessness! Guests will enjoy an evening under the stars—at Tino’s Italian Bistro in Columbia—full of fabulous […]

Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

THE BLOOD IS THE LIFE…. Chesapeake Shakespeare Company will be hosting a blood drive on October 17, 2019 from 1pm till 6pm. Located in the Studio space at 206 E Redwood St, 4th floor. Donors will receive 20% off a regular ticket price for Dracula. In order to sign up please go online to www.redcrossblood.org […]

In Maryland, 12 people were accused of felony witchcraft. Four died. Learn their stories and delve into the liminal of the Free State, starting in the 1600s and coming into present day. The tour begins at The Wine Bin, 8390 Main Street. If you would like a wine sample or to take advantage of a […]

In this multilingual music theatre work, a woman finds a suitcase filled with history, memories, and the remnants of a life in movement. Neither concert, nor opera, nor play, nor performance art, The Suitcase/Der Koffer is influenced by all these forms, as three performers present objects, documents, events and images from the lives of the […]

Enjoy the beauty of the foliage color change in historic St. Michaels, Maryland.   The change of the season brings excitement and vibrant color to the town, as residents and businesses celebrate Fall into St. Michaels.  The cool breezes, beautiful sunsets and charming streets and views offer the perfect setting for strolling. Fall is the time when we […]

Saturday & Sunday, October 19 & 20: 12 noon – 4 pm, First Responder Appreciation Day! Join us in learning more about the men and women helping to serve our community. We will have a police car and fire engine from the Howard County Glenwood station at the farm to offer safety advice and special […]

Presented by the Howard County Office on Aging and Independence Announcing a new take on the 50+EXPO for 2019: "Master Aging: Engage, Educate and Inspire" debuts as a conference-style event with seminars, exhibitors and entertainment for the 50+ community. This new format replaces the 50+EXPO, and will take place on Saturday, October 19 from 10 a.m. […]

Saturday, October 19, 12 noon – 5 pm: Brookeville Beer Farm visits our farm! Come enjoy some locally brewed beer from our neighbors up the road! Stay around & take a free hayride to pick your own pumpkin & visit the farm animals.

On Saturday, October 19, 2019, Manor Hill Farm will be hosting their annual Harvest at the Hill Festival on their 54-acre working farm in Ellicott City, Maryland.  Highlights include: – Live Music from local bands – Farm tours and education activities: Learn from the farm staff and brewing team how hops are grown and harvested at Manor […]

Howard County General Hospital will hold Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop […]

Go All In For Gilchrist Sunday, October 20, 2019 Turf Valley 5 p.m. Co-chairs: Sherri Collins-Witzke and Gus Carky Featuring casino table games like blackjack, poker, roulette and craps for a chance to win incredible prizes! Plus, enjoy delicious food from over 20 of Howard County’s best restaurants. Proceeds benefit Gilchrist Center Howard County, our […]

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 Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

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]

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.

Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

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 […]

Take your creativity to the next dimension during 3-D Thursdays.  Every fourth Thursday of the month, we offer a breif CAD or 3D printing lesson or discussion topic followed by open time to use our printers (LulzBot Taz6 or M3D Micro+).  If your print finishes before 3D Thursday is over, you can take it home with you - or commit […]

The future can seem daunting and intimidating at times.. Who knows what unwittingly dreadful things and experiences will be caused by mankind’s use and dependency on technology. Questions come to mind:  Is it possible to make contact with unimaginable beings? Through a series of short films (8-10 minutes long) film enthusiast Marv Zelkowitz will take […]

Grammy-nominated pianist and composer Alex Brown is quickly emerging at the forefront of a new generation of artists. On Friday, October 25, 2019, he will be featured as Howard Community College’s Concert Series guest artist, performing a combination of arrangements and original composition with his trio. The jazz concert will take place in the Monteabaro […]

Drive-thru Medication/Sharps Collection: Howard County's next convenient drive-thru collection for over-the-counter and prescription medication and “sharps” (needles, syringes and EpiPens) will be held on Sat., Oct. 26 between 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Wilde Lake Village Center parking lot near the Swim Center and The UPS Store. HC DrugFree and the Howard County […]

Saturday, October 26, 2019 10 am – 4 pm, RAIN OR SHINE! MEMBER PRICING $5 Adults and Seniors Family & Friends Membership Level and above can extend member pricing to TWO guests. Free – Member children 17 and under NON-MEMBER PRICING $18 Adults (ages 18-64) $15 Seniors (ages 65+) $6 Child (ages 6-17) Free – […]

The 2019 COLOR COLUMBIA Plein Air Paint Out will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2019, 10am-5pm in downtown Columbia at Lake Kittamaqundi and Wilde Lake. Artists will set up in the open air to paint their visions of the colorful fall foliage and scenic architecture. The outdoor event is free of charge.  Bring your […]

If you’ve been considering a career in integrative health, or are just looking to explore your passion for health and wellness but don’t know where to start, then you’ll want to visit MUIH’s Integrative Health Graduate Fair on October 26. Drop in anytime between 11am and 2pm to our beautiful 12-acre campus in Laurel, Maryland […]

New to camping? New to family life? New to both? We’ve got just the event for you! Our experienced adventure guides will teach you everything you need to know ahead of your first camping trip. Program Date: Saturday, October 26 Program Time: 2:30 – 5:00 PM Cost: $15/Adult Guest & $10/Youth Guest What you’ll learn: […]

Columbia Pro Cantare will open its 2019-2020 season with the Requiem by W.A. Mozart, Saturday, October 26, 2019, 8 pm, in the Jim Rouse Theatre, Columbia. The full chorus, guest soloists and Festival Orchestra will be conducted by CPC Co-director, Laura Lee Fischer. The first half of the all-Mozart program will feature the overture to […]

Join us for our inaugural Blossoms of Hope 5K and Family Fun Run! Wind through historic Ellicott City and conquer the Hill of Hope. The 5K race route which includes rolling hills and scenic views of some of the historic sites in Old Ellicott City. Both the 5K and the Family Fun Run route will […]

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 […]

We look forward to seeing you at our Open House where HopeWorks staff and volunteers will be available all day to answer questions and provide you with information. Attend one of two presentations (am or pm) about our intervention services, free educational workshops and trainings, self-care programs, upcoming special events and agency updates. Click here […]

Friday, November 1st, 3pm-6pm Centennial Park, Pavilion H 4770 Woodland Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042 In honor of its 40th anniversary, BWN is hosting a special event. We invite you to join us! There will be festive activities, food, music, and fun for all ages! Though there is not a registration fee to attend, we do […]

On the First Friday of every month at 4 pm. Limited release cans will be available at the Manor Hill Brewing Tap Room. Beers will vary from month to month and will be sold exclusively at the taproom throughout the weekend during regular Tap Room Hours (while supplies last). Reservations are not required for to […]

We have a special catapult that will launch your pumpkin across the farm.  Bring your own pumpkin and let’s see how far it will go! It’s a family tradition. One last visit with your favorite animals, take one more pony ride and enjoy the Fall scenery on a hayride.  This is a really fun weekend […]

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 from Columbia Sheraton […]

Sunday, November 3 @ 3pm to Friday, November 8 @ 1pm Guided By: Kathy Hope Brown and Sr. Bernadette Claps, CBS Cost: $1,300 **Earlybird special rate: $1,250 if you register before 8/3/19   Intensive Training Program for those Interested in Spiritual Direction Course Description and Goals: This is the third group of students within our […]

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 […]

Centering Prayer retreats are held weekly. On the 1st  and 3rd Tuesdays of each month it is held from 1-2pm and then on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month it will be held in the evening. If there is a 5th Tuesday in a month, there will not be one held. If lunch is […]

Innovators think big. They have the courage to take risks and forego the safe path to achieve their goals. They aim to transform the world and keep pushing forward even when others can’t see their vision. Jamie McDonald, founder and CEO of Generosity Inc. and co-founder of The Courage.Us, will explain how big thinking about […]

Howard Community College (HCC), in cooperation with the Howard County Chamber of Commerce, will host its annual Fall Job Fair on Friday, November 8, 2019, in the newly renovated Burrill Galleria on the college campus from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A wide range of representatives from more than 80 local businesses, government agencies, and […]

Join us at Amherst House to make a beautiful 16-inch winter wreath! Your $40 registration fee includes all supplies and instruction as well as wine and snacks. Call or come in to Amherst House today to register for your spot! Space is limited.  Must be 21 years old to participate.

Don't miss Historic Oakland's 15th annual holiday craft fair! The 19th Century charm of Historic Oakland Manor is an ideal setting for this event. Enjoy strolling through the property in search of beautiful hand-crafted gifts and tasty treats from over 50 talented vendors. Admission is FREE. Call 410-730-4744 for more information or register here. Sponsored […]

We are excited to see you this year at our annual Mistletoe Village - Christmas Gift Boutique on Saturday, November 9th from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. here at St. John's! Whether you are searching for a gift to give to a friend or family member or maybe a little something special for yourself you are […]

CELEBRATING IN SPLENDID FASHION... Opening of the Bridge Connecting the Theater and The Studio The Fifth Anniversary of our Theater’s Opening Our Seventeenth Birthday For a list of scheduled events, please go online to our website www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/masquerade Tickets range from $100 to $250.

Electronic Music Prodution Society This is a group for anyone interested in the production and performance of electronic music. All skill levels are welcome. This group was created to help connect electronic music producers in the Washington DC/Baltimore area and beyond. Whether you are creating modular synthesizer patches or pushing buttons on a sampler, we'd […]

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 […]

Messages from Spirit is a Group Psychic-Medium Reading Event hosted by Spiritual Spectra which offers a warm, inviting, community environment whereupon each person receives the benefit of communing with Spirit by hearing and/or receiving messages. Messages from Spirit features Psychic Medium Jennifer Garcia, Founder of Spiritual Spectra, providing predictions and channeled messages from loved ones in […]

Living Well with Chronic Disease is a six-week workshop for those living with or at risk for a chronic condition such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression, arthritis, lung disease or other long-lasting health concerns. Participants will learn techniques to cope with feelings of frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation, develop skills to communicate more effectively […]

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 […]

Beer, Bourbon and Bags incorporates the hot trend of beer and bourbon tasting with the popular Power of the Purse shopping experience for gently-used handbags. Add in live music, cornhole and other games, a Silent Auction, and mouthwatering appetizers from Cured/18th & 21st and there's bound to be something for everyone! The list of beer and bourbon vendors (so far […]

Continuing the Sci-Fi conversation from October, Mike and Marie will be sharing their expertise on the film genre of science fiction. This marks the 8th time these fabulous HCC film professors have shared their film knowledge and passion with the salon series.