FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2015 10AM-3PM $50 PER PERSON 10AM-1PM SHOPPING 1-2PM SEATED LUNCHEON 2-3PM FASHION SHOW DRINK, DINE & SHOP the afternoon away with unlimited pink champagne for a good cause! Enjoy retail therapy with over 50 vendors, hors d’oeuvres and a served luncheon, followed by a fashion show featuring clothing provided by Chezelle’s, Octavia II, and Simply Divine Boutique! Benefitting Blossoms of Hope […]

Amazing showcases at this event are sure to inspire your next remodel. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free admission. Free parking. Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship. 888-560-EXPO(3976).  

Join us for a celebration for young children ages 3-5 years old and their families. This free event will include hands-on activities relating to school readiness including interactive games, songs, crafts and stories. The theme for 2015 is “Look What’s In our Neighborhood”. Admission is free. Please bring a non-perishable donation for the Howard County […]

Plant sales, garden and landscaping workshops, and giveaways are sure to delight the gardener in you. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Howard Community College, Burrill Galleria, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. 443-518-1000.  

Leadership Howard County will hold its annual Big Event on April 21 featuring guest speaker Wes Moore: “From Adversity to Success: Transformational Lessons in Leadership.” Wes Moore is a youth advocate, Army combat veteran, national bestselling author, and innovative social entrepreneur based in Baltimore. His first book, The Other Wes Moore, became an instant New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller. In addition […]

Enjoy dancing, dining and an open bar as you support Candlelight’s Chamber Music, CandleKids and Outreach programs. 7-10 p.m. General admission $50. Patron admission $100. Vantage House Wintergarden, 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia. 410-997-2324.  

Beauty, wellness and fashion are celebrated today with more than 90 vendors and exhibitors; engaging seminars; free health screenings; and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. Gary J. Arthur Community Center, 2400 Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5440.  

Spring Fest bursts on the scene along Main Street in Historic Ellicott City. Bring the family for a day of live music, Earth-day crafts and activities, local food, and craft beer. Outdoor music venues and beer gardens are in three locations and children’s activities run from noon – until 5pm. Plenty of parking plus free […]

Howard County Miller Library 9421 Frederick Rd. Ellicott City, MD 21042 Featuring a moderated panel discussion and facilitated breakout sessions on future challenges and opportunities for women. More info: 410-313-6400 (voice/relay) or [email protected] Light fare & coffee will be served. Presented by: Howard County Commission for Women and Howard County League of Women Voters