23rd Annual Chocolate Ball

Turf Valley Resort 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

The 23rd Annual Chocolate Ball is The Arc of Howard County's Signature Event! This black tie preferred gala is a magical evening of fine food, live music, dancing, signature beverages, silent auction, raffles, and of course, delicious chocolate! Sponsorship Opportunities are available! Visit--> https://www.archoward.org/events/chocolate-ball/ to find out how to become a sponsor of the 23rd […]

50s & 60s Dance with The Rock & Roll Relics

Carroll Baldwin Hall 9035 Baltimore Street, Savage, MD, United States

Join residents of Savage, MD for a fun evening of dance celebrating the newly-restored wooden dance floor in Carroll Baldwin Hall, a beautiful 1920s-era community center. About The Rock & Roll Relics: The Rock & Roll Relics, inductees to the Maryland Entertainment Hall of Fame, are celebrating their 25th year in 2020. Their high-energy program […]

$10

Oella History Hike

Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum 300 Oella Ave, Catonsville, MD, United States

Come take a walk on our trails and down the Trolley Trail as we explore the history of the Oella community by walking through the hollows of Oella down to the mill and Ellicott City. Returning via the trail and the woods. 3.5 miles. A free event for adults and children 10+ years old. Register […]

Archaeology in Your Community: The Patapsco Female Institute

B&O Railroad Museum 2711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City, MD, United States

For Women’s History Month, come learn how archaeologists have studied one of the most progressive female boarding schools in the 19th-century Howard County! Learn how to identify artifacts and work with real collections from this site! Info: Kelly Palich, [email protected] or 410-313-0423. All ages Free

Diversity Week Kickoff Conversation

Howard Community College 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD

Howard Community College’s Diversity Committee and its panel of distinguished national, regional, and local experts will lead a conversation about the various intersections of the LGBTQIA community with race, class, gender, and education. The event will be held in the Smith Theatre located in the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College. […]

Free

Around the World with Jewish Music: Then and Now

Howard Community College 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD

The program will compare Jewish music from the past and present, and investigate different traditions that became a part of Jewish culture. The audience will hear familiar Yiddish and Ladino melodies and be introduced to new sounds. Peter Omelchenko, domra, Vladimir Fridman, vocals and guitar, and Anna Kusner, guitar. Free, and open to the public, […]

Free

Silas Craft Collegians Dinner

Hunan Manor Restaurant 7091 Deepage Drive , Columbia, MD

Twenty years ago, Howard Community College (HCC) created the Silas Craft Collegians Program to provide students with a pathway for success through specialized academic support, resources, and encouragement. On Monday, March 9, join HCC faculty and staff, elected officials, and community members at Hunan Manor Restaurant from 5 pm to 8 pm to celebrate the […]

$45

Fundamentals of Women’s Self Defense – SASS 1

Historic Oakland Manor 5430 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD, United States

Empowerment Begins Here! Get into the heart of SASS Defense with our foundational course designed to train women of all ages for some of the most common assault scenarios. Uncover the power that resides in you. Harness the strengths of your body, voice and mind while targeting the weaknesses of your assailant. No prior training […]

$30 – $55

Bikes, Bends, & Bubbles

Miss Fit 8225 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Call your girlfriends and get ready for a night of sweat and fun with the BEST playlist that deserves its own MIXTAPE! Followed up by games, trivia, sips, and treats...get ready for an EPIC NIGHT! PRIZES will be awarded so make sure you get all your 90s gear ready! Cost: $25/per person

$25

The Fabulous Hubcaps

Turf Valley Resort 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Rock-n-roll is alive and well! Join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as The Fabulous Hubcaps perform their extensive repertoire of Doo-Wop group harmony, Classic Rock and Roll, Rock-A-Billy, Motown, and R&B Music! Overnight packages are being sold as well.

$30

Columbia Orchestra: Symphonic Pops

The Columbia Orchestra 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Choose from two performances of our family friendly Pops Concerts! Vocalists Curtis Bannister and Emily Casey join us for music by Gershwin & Cole Porter, as well as hits from The Producers and Secret Garden. The whole family will love music from Schindler’s List, Downton Abbey, The Planets, and more! Plus, a performance by one […]

$10 – $28

Saint Patrick’s Day 2020

Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Barrel House 5001 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe, MD, United States

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery! We’re excited to bring a bit of Ireland to Maryland with our annual St. Pat’s celebration. Online Pre-Sale Tickets are $20 and include a 16oz pour of beer (choice of Baltimore Blonde or Over the Moon Milk Stout), a donation to charity, and a […]

$25

CHESAPEAKE REGION ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF AMERICA

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

Saturday, March 14 2020.. 8 am - 3 pm rain or shine. Admission & parking free. Antique Car, Truck, & cycle flea market. Antique vehicle car corral Indoors & Outdoors ... Rain or Shine Tom Young - 443-744-6338 - 6 - 9 pm

English afternoon tea

Belmont Manor & Historic Park 6555 Belmont Woods Road, Elkridge, MD, United States

Enjoy a traditional English afternoon tea in the 18th c. Belmont Manor. Tempt your palette with a bottomless pot of tea, a Manor scone with clotted cream & jam, tea savories and desserts, followed by a self-guided tour of the Manor. Pre-registration is required.

$35

Get to know the Ellicott Sisters

Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum 300 Oella Ave, Catonsville, MD, United States

Hosted by Patapsco Heritage Greenway and Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum You have heard of the famous Ellicott Brothers who founded Ellicott Mills.  Now it is time to celebrate the lives and contributions of the Ellicott Sisters, Martha and Betsy.  Martha wrote one of the first biographies of her famous neighbor, Benjamin Banneker, and […]

Irish Tea and Dance

The Elkridge Furnace Inn Garden House 5735 Race Road, Elkridge, MD, United States

Authentic Irish 4-Course Afternoon Tea Service with entertainment by the Teelin Irish Dance Company is sure to bring joy... About this Event Our monthly themed teas are always a delight, but March is extra special with both authentic tea foods and dancing from this amazing local troupe of dancers. Make your reservations early for this […]

$50

Irish Dinner and Dance

The Elkridge Furnace Inn Garden House 5735 Race Road, Elkridge, MD, United States

Authentic Irish Buffet, Cash Bar and dancing by the Teelin Irish Dance Company About this Event The Elkridge Furnace Inn is known for its excellent food, important historic backdrop and unique special events. Our authentic Irish Buffet Dinner will be graced by performances by this amazing local troupe. Get your tickets early for this event […]

$60

The Two Women of the Catonsville Nine

The Elkridge Furnace Inn Garden House 5735 Race Road, Elkridge, MD, United States

Hosted by Elkridge Rotary and the Elkridge Furnace Inn Margarita Melville and Mary Moylan are all but forgotten in the footnotes of the seminal anti-war civil action that made the town of Catonsville a world news headline.   This is a conversation of memories shared by the participants of their own social actions and civil […]

March 2020 Networking Luncheon

Turf Valley Resort 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Join us for our monthly luncheon & networking! This month's featured speaker is Faith Wachter - Faith Wachter Consulting Find out more at www.faithwachter.com Turf Valley Resort The Terrace Room 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, Maryland 21042 *** Entrance to the Terrance Room is to the left of the main entrance to the hotel. […]

$35 – $50

Meet the Author : Tina Cassidy

Howard County Library Central Branch 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD, United States

In Partnership with Columbia Art Center and Patapsco Heritage Greenway. Sponsored by Friends & Foundation of Howard County Library System. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote with author Tina Cassidy as she discusses her book, Mr. President, How Long Must We Wait? Explore the complex relationship between leading suffragist Alice Paul and […]

Maryland History Tours : Almira Hart Lincoln Phelps

Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum 2711 Maryland Avenue, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Hosted by Howard County Recreation and Parks Join Maryland History Tours for a presentation on the head mistress of the Patapsco Female Institute. Phelps transformed the institute into a renowned educational facility in the 1850s. She became a household name through her writings and as a lecturer. 21 yrs + $12

Howard Community College Dance Company Concert

Howard Community College, Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia

The Howard Community College (HCC) Dance Company will perform works inspired by the theme of power at its spring program March 19–22. With the audience seated around the dancers, the performances will challenge the audience to perceive dance from a different perspective. Featuring six pieces choreographed by guest artists, along with three works by HCC […]

$15

Sound Off™ Silent Yoga at Haven on the Lake

Haven on the Lake 10275 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD, United States

Sound Off™ Silent Yoga Friday, March 20, 6:30-8pm with Katie Ficca, 200 RYT Flow through movement synced up to sound! Explore the practice by immersing yourself in the silence of a Sound Off™ experience. Tune out to tune in by wearing wireless LED headphones that give you the ability to tap into the teachings and […]

$25 – $35

Howard Community College Dance Company Concert

Howard Community College, Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia

The Howard Community College (HCC) Dance Company will perform works inspired by the theme of power at its spring program March 19–22. With the audience seated around the dancers, the performances will challenge the audience to perceive dance from a different perspective. Featuring six pieces choreographed by guest artists, along with three works by HCC […]

$15

SPRING EQUIPMENT AUCTION

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

Saturday, March 21 2020 .. 9 am till .... finished Consignments accepted March 13th through March 15th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm 410-489-7200

Howard Community College Dance Company Concert

Howard Community College, Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia

The Howard Community College (HCC) Dance Company will perform works inspired by the theme of power at its spring program March 19–22. With the audience seated around the dancers, the performances will challenge the audience to perceive dance from a different perspective. Featuring six pieces choreographed by guest artists, along with three works by HCC […]

$15

Ellicott City Gay Day

Ellicott Mills Brewing Company 8308 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Ellicott Mills will be serving off of the regular menu with amazing food. There will be specials on select alcoholic drinks for only $5.00!! The cover fee of $15 will let you be part of an amazing drag show while you enjoy your meal. There will also be games and tons of amazing talented performers! […]

$15

Because of Her: Clara Barton

B&O Railroad Museum 2711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Learn how Clara Barton, the “Angel of the Battlefield,” risked her life to bring supplies and support to soldiers in the field during the Civil War and later founded the American Red Cross.. Info: Kelly Palich, [email protected] or 410-313-0423. 8-18 yrs $10/participant

$10

Howard Community College Dance Company Concert

Howard Community College, Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia

The Howard Community College (HCC) Dance Company will perform works inspired by the theme of power at its spring program March 19–22. With the audience seated around the dancers, the performances will challenge the audience to perceive dance from a different perspective. Featuring six pieces choreographed by guest artists, along with three works by HCC […]

$15

Ellicott Silly Comedy Festival

Museum of Howard County History and Library 8328 Court Avenue, Ellicott City, MD, United States

The Ellicott Silly Comedy Festival was established in 2019. The 2020 festival (March 25-28, 2020) celebrates many different disciplines of comedy & humor: standup, improv, podcasts, family events "Kid says the most hysterical stuff", trivia & more..

2020 Women’s Leadership Conference

Maryland Live! Hotel 7002 Arundel Mills Cirlce #7777, Hanover, MD, United States

HerStory:  Igniting Your 2020 Vision  Enlighten ~ Embrace ~ Equip ~ Execute  PURPOSE STATEMENT  The Women’s Leadership Conference was created by the Howard County Chamber of Commerce as a platform to recognize women in every stage of her profession.  Starting with a focus on business development within government contracting, the conference has since grown and expanded […]

Craft Crawl

Old Ellicott City 8267 Main St, Ellicott City, MD

Come see what you can make in Ellicott City! https://visitoldellicottcity.com/craft-crawl/ Everyone wants to come out and experience things together, and we want to help you experience all there is to see on Main Street in OEC. Businesses up and down Main St will be offering “craft” experiences for you and your friends all for $25 […]

$25

Columbia Orchestra: Peter and the Wolf

The Columbia Orchestra 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Narrator Greg Jukes and Dance Connections, Inc. join the Orchestra for Prokofiev's immortal Peter and the Wolf, Stravinsky's magical Firebird, and Disney's Moana! Children of all ages will enjoy this fun-filled introduction to the Orchestra. Choose either the 10:30am or 1:00pm concert and check out the free Musical Instrument Petting zoo from 11:30-1.

$15

Ghostly Guides at the B&O Ellicott City Station Museum

Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum 2711 Maryland Avenue, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Gain exclusive after-hours access to the oldest railroad station in America and see what eerie adventures await! Hear the history and paranormal tales of the museum, then use professional ghost hunting equipment to draw your own conclusions. Ages 16+, pre-registration required.

$25

10th annual, The Pink Event: Ultimate Women’s Day Out

BWI Airport Marriott 1743 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD, United States

Join us at the 10th annual, The Pink Event®: Ultimate Women's Day Out, a premier women-focused conference & expo! Connect with hundreds of diverse women from the Baltimore-Washington area and beyond for a day of networking, sisterhood, shopping, learning, speakers, panel discussions, lots of fun, giveaways, and so much more, while supporting our official charity […]

$25

SUBURBAN MARYLAND SPRING HOME SHOW

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

Saturday, April 4 2020, 10 am - 8 pm Sunday, April 5 2020, 10 am - 6 pm Free  parking http://www.MDHomeShows-hf.com/free-pass Call us toll-free 888-560-EXPO(3976)

GREAT DANE CLUB OF MARYLAND

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

Saturday April 11 and Sunday April 12, 2020 Lunch and vendors in the building. Puppy and veteran sweepstakes and parade---8:00 am start Morning show......After sweepstakes but not before 9:15 am Afternoon show & junior handling....Right after lunch break For information: [email protected] Please ...no strollers or dogs not entered in the show

Egg Hunt Weekend at Clark’s Elioak Farm

Clark's Elioak Farm 10500 Clarksville Pike (State Route 108), Ellicott City, MD, United States

APRIL 11-12 EGG HUNT WEEKEND Children of different ages (ages 1 to 3 and 4 to 6) will have a chance to hunt for eggs all day (10 AM, 10:30, 11 AM, 11:30, 12 noon, 12:30, 1 PM, 1:30, 2 PM, 2:30, 3 PM, 3:30, 4 PM, 4:30 and 5 PM) on both Saturday and […]

MWHA, INC. SHOW

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

Maryland Western Horse Association Saturday, April 11th, 2020 | 8 am - 4 pm www.mwha.club

Women’s Empowerment Seminar

Krav Maga Maryland 8865 Stanford Blvd, Suite 141, Columbia, MD

Join us for our Women's Empowerment seminar! In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness month, KMD is holding a self-defense workshop taught by women, specifically for women. We will cover everything from important boundary-setting, recognizing warning signs and trusting your own instincts all the way to hands-on striking and self-defense techniques. No previous experience is required!

$79

April 2020 Networking Luncheon

Turf Valley Resort 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Join us for our monthly luncheon & networking! This month's featured speaker is Joy Moore -JWS Media Consulting Turf Valley Resort The Terrace Room 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City, Maryland 21042 *** Entrance to the Terrance Room is to the left of the main entrance to the hotel. It is covered with a green […]

$35 – $50

Blossoms of Hope Theme Invitational Show Reception

Columbia Art Center 6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia

Columbia Art Center Galleries presents: Blossoms of Hope Theme Invitational Show Cradle of Hope Inspiring Art and Words Exhibition: April 17-April 30 Reception and Juror Awards:  Friday, April 17, 6-8pm

Haunted Main Street

Howard County Welcome Center 8267 Main Street, Ellicott City

Old Ellicott City today is a resilient town almost 250 years old with great shops and a vibrant night life…so is it any wonder that the many ghosts who still call this town home remain to see if they can still raise the hairs on the back of your neck? Meets at Howard County Welcome […]

KIDS NEARLY NEW SPRING SALE

Howard County Fairgrounds 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD, United States

The other ultimate children’s sale day! Saturday, April 18th, 2020 .. 8 am - 1 pm Main Exhibition Building Another day... a different group of families 140 spaces filled with families, crafters, and services selling their kids stuff! NEW BORN to TEEN / SMALL ADULT sizes!  Clothing, toys, games, books, videos/DVD, sports Contact: web site: www.kidsnearlynewsale.com E-mail: [email protected] […]

SpringFest

Ellicott City Partnership 4100 College Ave, Ellicott City, MD, United States

To our Old Ellicott City Festival friends: After careful deliberation, and to protect the health and welfare of our community, guests and volunteers, we are announcing the postponement of SpringFest 2020.  Please know that the Ellicott City Partnership and festival planning team will continue to closely monitor the guidance of state and local authorities, CDC […]