Red Branch Theatre: Lysistrata Jones

Red Branch Theatre: Lysistrata Jones Red Branch artistic staff and performers discuss the original work of Greek playwright Aristophanes, whether it has relevance today, and discuss a modern musical adaptation of “Lysistrata.” Part of the Red Branch Theatre Company Speaker Series: Page to Stage. Free. Registration online required. 7 p.m.- 8:15 p.m. Central Branch Library, […]

Ponds, Puddles & Creeks Open House

Ponds, Puddles & Creeks Open House Sharp’s at Waterford Farm invites kids to come explore Cattail Creek. Your guide will bring you down by hayride, and you’ll catch all sorts of critters, identify them and learn about their habitats. Wear old tennis shoes or water shoes (no flip flops). Register on or before June 22. […]

Compassion's Way 1st Annual Summer Festival Fundraiser

Mary's Land Farm 4979 Sheppard's Lane, Ellicott City, MD

Compassion's Way 1st Annual Summer Festival Fundraiser Saturday, June 24th 12:00pm to 4:00pm Mary's Land Farm 4979 Sheppard's Lane, Ellicott City, MD   Tickets $10, children 5 or younger are free. Purchase Tickets at Eventbright.com Admission tickets are monetary tax deductible donations with 100% going to homeless outreach!  www.compassionsway.org For more information contact: [email protected]

Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City Ghost Tours

Howard County Welcome Center 8267 Main Street, Ellicott City

We double dare you to walk the streets and learn more about the past inhabitants of this historic milltown — one of the oldest and most haunted locales in America! Our spirits invite you to hear their stories during our frightfully fun ghost tours. Friday & Saturday nights at 8:30 PM now through November 18th. […]

$13

Howard County Food Truck Festival

Howard County Food Truck Festival Come sample wares from dozens of delicious local food trucks all day in the beautiful summer weather. Concurrent with Maryland Craft Brew Tasting Experience (separate tickets required). Tickets available online. $9 general admission presale, $12 for craft brew tasting. 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Howard County Fairgrounds, 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship. […]

Paint It! Ellicott City

Paint It! Ellicott City The Howard County Arts Council presents this annual event, which brings artists and spectators to historic Ellicott City, where artists set up their easels around the historic district, capturing the city and all its charms in paint. Event culminates in an exhibit of all the juried artists’ work. Juried artist submissions […]

Doggie Dash

Terrapin Adventures 8600 Foundry St., Savage

A roughly 1 mile fun run with engaging obstacles around the nearby terrain of Savage Mill where participants take their canine companions along for the experience! July 9th from 9am-11am. There will be dog centric vendor tables, raffles for the puppy parents, treat table for pets, a toy retrieval in the Little Patuxent river and […]

$25

Trailblazers Camp

Trailblazers Camp Kids ages 8-11 are invited to follow in the footsteps of explorers and trailblazers by learning how to make natural shelters, safely start and build a fire, and cook snacks over a campfire, and learn to navigate a forest obstacle course with compasses and GPS. Bring nonperishable lunch (no nut products) and a […]

Spirits of Ellicott City Pub Crawl

The Wine Bin 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City

Enjoy a drink or two if you desire (not included in the tour price) as we take you inside for a taste of the favorite haunts of Ellicott City’s Ghosts! Come early and enjoy a 15% discount (tour night only) on purchases at The Wine Bin as well as a wine pour sample. Tickets at: […]

$20

Murder Mystery

Terrapin Adventures 8600 Foundry Street, ##2038, Savage, MD

A fun-filled evening of adventure while solving a murder mystery! The catch? You will have to zip, swing, and climb to find the answers that will help solve this clue-based mystery! Your night includes zany characters, yummy appetizers, delicious drinks, and prizes are awarded to the winners! Come in costume. Prizes awarded to the best!

$65