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]
Join us as we install new board members and bid farewell to retiring members. Hear about the past year at Federation and our vision for the coming fiscal year. Open to the entire community. Please RSVP to Jamie at [email protected].
Fueled by artistic expression and limited only by their runtime, short films transcend traditional storytelling. They are a significant and popular way artists can connect with audiences. From documentary to animation, narrative to experimental, the abbreviated form is made for risk-taking. The Festival has always treated short films with the highest regard and gives a […]
In addition to unique guest panels of film professionals and special cinema-related events, the Columbia Film Festival will present films from all genres, including features, shorts, documentaries, animation, world cinema and student films.
EVENT NAME: Love’s Labour’s Lost EVENT CONTACT NAME: Chesapeake Shakespeare Company ADDRESS: 3655 Church Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043 EVENT CONTACT EMAIL: [email protected] EVENT CONTACT PHONE: 410-244-8570 WEBSITE: https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/chesapeakeshakespearecompany/ TICKET CALENDAR: https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/season/loves-labours-lost/ DIRECTIONS TO THE PFI: https://www.chesapeakeshakespeare.com/your-visit/csc-in-the-ruins/ PRICES: Adults: $46 Ages 65 and over: $42 Ages 19-25: $19 Ages 18 and under: Free […]
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 […]
Join in saluting the founding of the Columbia Film Society and HoCoPoLitSo with an afternoon that celebrates the education of girls, the beauty of the 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 global […]
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 […]
Children’s Parade and Old-Fashioned Fourth Celebration at St. Michaels Museum at St. Mary’s Square Date: July 4 (always!) Great fun for all ages! Children’s parade is from 10-11 a.m. leaving St. Mary’s Square to Talbot Street, then back via Willow, Church and Mulberry Sts. to the Square. Children are encouraged to arrive before 10 a.m. and to […]
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 […]
Craft and Vendor Fair Saturday July 13, 2019 and Sunday July 14, 2019 Open 9am-4pm both days 100+ vendors Admission $6 per day 10 and under free Free Parking Vendor Spaces available Contact Chris Ignaczak 410-320-5069 [email protected]
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 […]
JOIN CJC FRIENDS FOR AN AFTERNOON IN THE SUN! CJC will provide pizza and beverages! Kendall Ridge Pool is an ADA compliant facility and offers: -- Eight-lane main pool with lift -- Beach-entry main pool with water features -- Beach-entry wading pool with water feature and slide -- Hot tub with lift -- Snack bar […]
Early Arrival July 18 after 5:00 July 19th Preview & Social & Measuring @6:00 pm 45+ miniature donkeys consigned for sale Miniature donkey Driving Clinic 5:00 pm July 20th Auction Day 10:00 am sharp Tack and other small farm items for sale http://neminiaturedonkeysale.homestead.com/ “Where Pedigree, Conformation, & Color meet!”
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 […]
Maryland Western Horse Association Sunday, July 21st, 2019 | 8 am - 4 pm www.mwha.club
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 PJ Library in Howard County at a Bowie Baysox Game! We will see the Bowie Baysox take on the Altoona Curve. Kids can also explore the LouieVille Kid’s Park, which features a carousel, moon bounce, and more! $9 per person. Children 2 and under are free. Once you register, Allison Weil will be in […]
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! […]
Cool down with Beth Shalom at Watermelon Wednesdays! Wednesdays, July 10, July 31 and August 21 at 5:00 pm Stories, Songs and Watermelon! Geared for ages 7 and younger. All are welcome!
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 […]
Sunday, August 11, 2019 We look forward to having you join us for this inspiring day! 8:30 AM - RegistrationRegistration begins at 8:30am. Show up with your friends and family to check in. 9:30 AM - WalkWalk begins at 9:30am. Join friends and family for a walk to invigorate and inspire. LocationCentennial Park 10000 Clarksville […]
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 […]
Chris Stapleton along with Margo Price and The Marcus King Band will perform at Merriweather Post Pavilion on Sunday, August 11! Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. with tickets starting at $34.75! Get your tickets here: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/chris-stapleton-columbia-maryland-08-11-2019/event/150056360BAD6EF0
Enjoy a summer night with friends at Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Barrel House. Guinness brews and a fabulous program too! Entomologists Mike Raupp and Paula Shrewsbury will delight you with amazing stories about the their favorite bugs (and butterflies) which abound at this time of year. Program free, cash bar, with a percentage of […]
Belmont Blockbusters Experience the beautiful setting of Belmont Manor & Historic Park with your friends and family at this outdoor summer movie series! Movie starts shortly after sundown about 8:00 pm. (dusk). Arrive early to enjoy the gardens. The park opens at 7pm. Our large movie screen is in the formal garden behind the Manor. Bring […]
Publish that book you've been sitting on! So You Want to Publish: Then Do It Workshops will give you a better understanding of self-publishing. So You Want to Publish: Then Do It Workshops will bring you face-to-face with industry experts - published authors, illustrators, graphic designers, and layout and type selection specialists - to […]
Columbia Jewish Congregation's Friday evening Shabbat services (7:30pm) are family-friendly and for all ages. Services are filled with music, prayers, readings and community. All are welcome to attend worship services at CJC!
Miles Morales is a New York teen struggling with school, friends and, on top of that, being the new Spider-Man. When he comes across Peter Parker, the erstwhile saviour of New York, in the multiverse, Miles must train to become the new protector of his city. Some General Information Parking lot closes to cars 1.5 […]
