HoCo Happenings: August 23 - September 6

Looking for something to do around Howard County, but don’t have the time to scour the Internet trying to find what peaks your interest? Here’s your weekly round up of events happening around Howard County in the next two weeks. Enjoy!


KIDS AND FAMILY


STORYTIME LIVE! WITH CURIOUS GEORGE AND PINKALICIOUS

Kiddie Academy of Columbia: 5550 Sterrett Place, Columbia, 21044
Saturday, August  24 |10am-12pm | free | birth-5

You're invited to Kiddie Academy for Storytime LIVE! Curious George and Pinkalicious will jump off the page and visit the classroom.This event is FREE and open to everyone — bring a friend or two. Please RSVP on Event Website to reserve your spot.

TYE-DYE FOR SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Clarksville Commons: 12250 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville 21029
Saturday, August  24 |10am-12pm | $5 per person | all ages

Clarksville Commons andKupcakes & Co. are hosting a Tie-Day event to raise funds for Prepare for Success! Prepare for Success provides backpacks full of school supplies to students in Howard County. $5 per person; pre-registration required through the ticket link. Bring one white or light-colored shirt; we'll provide the supplies needed to transform it with tie-dye! Kupcakes & Co. will be offering all kinds of tie-dye inspired treats, wait until you see them! Our friends atScoop & Paddle Ice Cream Company will join the fun with a Tie-Dye Sorbet!

RIVER ROMP

Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Thursday, August 25 | 10:30am-12:30pm | $6 per person or $25 per family (up to 5 people) | all ages

Come celebrate summer by cooling off at the nature center with activities down at the Middle Patuxent River! By popular demand, we've added weekday sessions in addition to our weekend offerings. Bring your own non-perishable picnic, and join a Robinson Naturalist at the river for lunch and fun, family-friendly river games. Search the stream for big and small animals! Make boats and race them downstream! Come dressed to get wet. We wade in the river and recommend closed-toed water shoes. Participants must check-in for program at front desk. Participation is limited to 25 people per program. Online registration not available; please call 410-313-0400 to register.

KIDS NIGHT - CARICATURE ARTIST

Chic-Fil-A: 6375 Dobbin Rd, Columbia 21045
Tuesday, August  27 | 5:30-7:30pm | free | all ages

Join us for some fun at Chick-fil-A. Have your sweet smile captured by the caricature artist! Purchase a combo meal and receive a FREE Chick-fil-A Kids Meal (4-count nuggets). Dine-in Only.

SEEDLINGS SUNFLOWER PICKING

Maryland Agricultural Resource Council, 1114 Shawan Rd, Cockesville, 21030
Wednesday, August  28 |10am-12pm | free | birth-5

Visit the sunflower field and will be able to pick our own at $1/stem.Check out  the gardens, trails, and animals at the farm and find a shaded spot for a picnic!

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: THE PRINCESS BRIDE

Clarksville Commons: 12250 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville 21029
Wednesday, August  28 |8-10pm | free | all ages

There's no better way to end our summer movie series than with this beloved modern classic about True Love. Free; all are welcome. Please note that our August movies start at 8pm. Blankets & chairs encouraged. Costumes highly encouraged. Please leave your swords at home.


ADULTS


ELLICOTT CITY OLD TOWN MARKET

9321 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043   
Saturday August 24 (recurring weekly on Saturday) | 9am-1pm | free | family friendly

Come soak in the atmosphere at our weekly farmers' market and ease into your weekend with live music, great food, plus local artisans in Ellicott City's Historic District

We feature the season's freshest, locally grown goodies including fruits and vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, cheeses, humanely-raised meats, locally baked bread, pastries, prepared foods, soaps, health & beauty, art and more! Our market supports local businesses and the communities they serve. Weekly donations from our market are made to the Howard County Food Bank.

TIKI BAR CRAB FEAST

Nottingham’s: 3733 Old Columbia Pike, Clarksville, 21029
Saturday August 24 | 12-5pm | $60 per person  | ages 21+

Enjoy all you can eat crabs and corn on the patio to the sounds of DJ Gates. Doors open at 12. Crab Feast will run from 1-5pm. Drink specials available.

CRAB FEAST ON THE PORCH

Food Plenty: 3733 Old Columbia Pike, Clarksville, 21029
Saturday August 24 | 1-3pm | $55 per person, $20 for kids under 12 | all ages

Join us in our Open-Air Porch on Saturday, August 24th at 1PM for our Second Annual Food Plenty Crab Feast! This exclusive ticketed event will feature: All you can eat Maryland Hard Shell Crabs All you can eat Sides Dessert 2 Manor Hill Brewing 12 oz cans. Food Plenty Souvenir Mallet $55 (including tax & gratuity) $20 for children 12 and under Tickets are limited and available for advanced purchase (only).

MARYLAND WINES

The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043  
Friday, August 30 | 7pm | $25 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21+

In this class we will explore many of the great producers of wine in our home state by tasting and comparing the same varietal side by side with wines from famous wine regions.

1ST FRIDAYS

Manor Hill Brewing:  4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Friday September 6 (recurs 1st Friday of the month) | 4-8:30pm | free | ages 21+

On the First Friday of every month at 4 pm. Limited release cans will be available at the Manor Hill Brewing Tap Room. Beers will vary from month to month and will be sold exclusively at the taproom throughout the weekend during regular Tap Room Hours (while supplies last).

YAPPY HOUR

The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043   
Friday, September 6 (recurring 1st and 3rd Fridays) | 6pm | free | family friendly

The Bin hosts Yappy hour in the parking lot adjacent to our building.  Bring your well-behaved leashed dog or come without a dog and enjoy everyone else’s dog.  Donations and a portion of our sales benefit dog charities. Live Music, Popcorn and a Free Beer and Wine tasting. Your dog is welcome inside The Bin as well.  This is a free family friendly event. Check the Wine Bin's Facebook page for an update if the weather is questionable.