Ordinary Wonder: Three Poets on Writing and Reality

Montabaro Hall, Howard Community College 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD, United States

HoCoPoLitSo’s 45th literary season opens with the Lucille Clifton Reading Series featuring three Maryland poets with new, acclaimed collections. Michael Collier, Elizabeth Spires, and David Yezzi, each in their own way, hold up the ordinary world to the light of poetry and examine everyday mysteries, both beautiful and horrible. This celebration of HoCoPoLitSo’s forty-five years […]

Free

THE 5TH ANNUAL PATAPSCO VALLEY 50K

Patapsco Valley State Park 8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD, United States

The Patapsco Valley 50K is a trail ultramarathon on the trails of Patapsco Valley State Park Avalon Area in Baltimore, Maryland. The race features plenty of scenic dirt single track with a few short sections on paved bike trail. The terrain is challenging but runnable with rolling hills throughout. The course has a handful of […]

HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARADES

Clark's Elioak Farm 10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD, United States

Parades at 11 AM and 2 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Enchanted Express Train Ride, pony rides and hayride to the Pumpkin Patch, facepainting. Enchanted Pine Tree Forest Maze and hay bale maze.  Find gemstones & minerals at our flume. Enjoy CJ's Pit Beef and fresh local cider.  Lots of pumpkins, too.

THE WINE BIN MOVIE NIGHT: IT!

The Wine Bin 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD, United States

The parking lot closes to cars 1.5 hours before showtime. Chair setup is allowed after that point.  The Wine Bin offers beer and wine tastings before the movie.  There is popcorn available for a donation to Howard County's Voices for Children.  The movies are a free event, but please be aware that The Bin pays $1,000's […]

OKTOBERFEST 5 MILER

Charm City Run Columbia 7090 Deepage Drive, Columbia, MD, United States

Please join us for the Oktoberfest 5 Miler sponsored by Hysteria Brewing Company in Howard County! This race begins at Charm City Run Columbia and then wanders around Lake Elkhorn, crossing several wooden bridges with scenic water views, shady autumn foliage and features a festive finish line featuring post-race beer, snacks and music.   $35 through […]

RETURN OF THE MAD TEA PARTY

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

Our Many Guests had So much Fun last year, we're going to do it again! With classic, not to be missed readings from "Alice", Deluxe Tea Service and a Costume Contest (for those who would like) we extend our invitation to this Raucous Party! ~First Course~ Dried Currant Scone with Rose Petal Jam & Clotted […]

$42.50

CRABTOBERFEST!

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

All you can eat Crab Feast! 50 bucks get you all you can eat crabs, corn on the cob, german potato salad and slaw and much more! $2 natty boh and happy hour all day! $4 Bacardi Drinks all day!

$50

THE HAUNTED EXPERIENCE

Rockburn Branch Park 5400 Landing Road (East), 6105 Rockburn Branch Park Road (West), Elkridge, MD, United States

Fright and fun awaits you...an ink black night sets the stage for a spooky hay ride through the eerie trails to a ghostly dwelling deep in the woods. Awaiting you there are haunting tales of ghosts, goblins, and horror that will tingle the spine! Co-sponsored by the Elkridge Adult Athletic Association. Inclement weather info: 410-313-4451.

$10

The Poetry Poster Project:The Powerful Diversity of Poetic Talent in Prince George’s County

Columbia Art Center 6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia

The Poetry Poster Project showcases poetry from neighboring Prince George’s County displayed as an exhibit of “written artwork.” Featured poets include Sistah Joy Alford, Ladi Di Beverly, Forestine Bynum, Diane Wilbon Parks, Edgar Gabriel Silex and the 2017 Prince George’s County youth poet laureate, Samantha Jackson. The posters present a dignified collection of poems that […]

DOG DAYS AT SHARP FARM

Sharp's at Waterford Farm 4003 Jennings Chapel Road, Brookeville, MD, United States

Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28 Dog Days at Sharp Farm - Time to celebrate our faithful pups! Bring your dogs and have a fun day on the farm! Tiki’s Playhouse will be here giving away treats and bandanas for your furry friends! Give your dogs a fun day out! Leashes required for all pets […]