HoCo Happenings: January 31 - February 13
Here’s your round up of events happening around Howard County in the next two weeks. Enjoy!
KIDS AND FAMILY
FATHER SON FOOTBALL NIGHT
Chic-fil-A Clarksville
Saturday, February 1 | 5-8pm | Free | All ages
Fathers, wear your jerseys and bring your sons out for some football fun. Enjoy table side service, activities, and some quality time with your little ones. Space is limited, so reserve your spot on Eventbrite today!
LIL STARS ASTRONOMY PROGRAM
Robinson Nature Center
Saturday, February 1 | 10am, 11am | $4 with admission | 3-8 years
Let your little one discover outer space through the views of the stars and planets, stories, crafts or song. Give your child a special nighttime experience during the day! Programs focus on a different theme each month- from colors of stars, to the stories of the constellations, to the seasonal changes in the sky. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adults. Preregister to secure your seats. No late seating.
NEW! YOUR FAMILY’S TREE
Robinson Nature Center
Friday, February 1 | 2-4pm | $30 per family, $25 for members | All ages
Cheer up our winter forest as it waits for its foliage to return! Each family selects and decorates a tree along our trails (materials provided). Enjoy hot cocoa floats indoors while discovering more about the history and species of trees in Maryland forests. Your family's tree will remain on display as a community art exhibit for visitors to enjoy until the first spring buds appear. Inclement weather date: Feb 8
FAMILY FRIDAYS UNDER THE DOME
Robinson Nature Center
Friday, February 7 | 6:30pm | $7 per person | 6 years+
Treat your family to unique astronomy shows at Robinson! In January, we'll present hands-on astronomy in our auditorium (no planetarium component). Starting in February, each program features a full-dome movie preceded by a family-friendly planetarium presentation in our new, upgraded planetarium! No late seating.
RAILS & TAILS: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum
Saturday, February 8 | 10:30am | $3 per person | 1.5-5 years
Hop aboard the story train! Hear stories about people, places and cultures throughout history, play old time games, and make a themed craft that you can take home! Themes change each program, so be sure to visit us several times. Info: Emily Mosher, 410-313-0419 or emosher@howardcountymd.gov
ROYAL PRINCESS BRUNCH
Crofton Country Club
Sunday, February 9 | 11am - 1pm | $24.95 adults, kids 2-12 $12.95 | Ages 2-12
Wear your best ball gown and come meet Princess Aurora and Cinderella. Reservations required, reservations@croftoncountryclub.com.
KIDS NIGHT IN AT THE MUSEUM
Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum
Friday, February 14 | 5:30-9pm | $15 per person | Ages 5-10
Hop aboard the story train! Hear stories about people, places and cultures throughout history, play old time games, and make a themed craft that you can take home! Themes change each program, so be sure to visit us several times.
VALENTINE’S DAY PARTIES
My Gym Columbia
Friday, February 14 | 5:15pm (2 and under), 6:30-7:30 (3-9) | Prices Vary | 3 months - 9 years
Celebrate Valentine's Day with love songs, cupcakes, games, and make a special valentine!
ADULTS
HOWARD COUNTY RESTAURANT WEEKS
Participating Restaurants in Howard County
January 20 - February 2
Mix up your culinary experience with diverse specialty chef menus and craft beverages in restaurants, breweries, and distilleries across Howard County. Participating locations will be offering unique menus for every taste and budget.
FOOD & WINE SUPERBOWL EDITION
The Wine Bin
Friday, January 31 | 7-9pm | $40 per person ($10 credit towards purchase)
Love the Superbowl but don’t love beer? This is the class for you. In this class we will examine the essential flavor profiles for classic Superbowl food such as wings, pizza, chili etc. then determine the best wine pairings and taste them side by side. As per usual, we will discuss the 9 basic rules everyone should know for successful wine pairings.
NAMASTE FOR THE KUPCAKES
Clarksville Commons Community Room
Friday, January 31 | 5pm | $10
Following yoga, mingle and enjoy gourmet mini cupcakes provided by award-winning Kupcakes & Co.- featuring a yogi-inspired flavor. Plus, a FREE cupcake card to use now or later.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Oakland Mills HIghschool
Wednesday, February 5 | 6pm | Free
Wednesday Night Lights are back! Now through March 11 there will be lights on at the Oakland Mills High School from 6 pm - 7:30 pm (save Christmas Day and New Years Day). Your membership fees support these lights, so come one out and bring a friend!
BEST PLACES ACROSS MARYLAND TO EXPERIENCE NATURE
Robinson Nature Center
Saturday, February 8 | 10-11am | Free
A lifelong Maryland outdoorsman and a retired Biology professor, Bryan MacKay will share his love of outdoor activities and his knowledge of the places, plants, and animals of the region. Author of books on hiking, canoeing, and cycling, Mackay will talk about the natural history and ecology of his favorite places and the best seasons to experience them yourselves. After the presentation pick up a copy of a “bucket list” of 30 nature-places to visit in the County.
DANCE & DINE AT THE KOSHARY BY MISTEKA
Clarksville Commons Community Room
Saturday, February 8 | 11am-12:30pm | $25 per person
It’s the second season of Dance and Dine – a belly dance class followed by a delicious Egyptian meal at Koshary by Misteka in The Common Kitchen. Join us for a unique Egyptian experience through Belly Dance, also known as “Oriental Dance.” This low impact exercise can help relieve back and joint pain, increase bone density, help lose weight and reduce stress levels. After class, you get to enjoy a warm bowl of koshary, the national dish of Egypt, and a fiber and protein packed meal that is sure to pleasantly surprise your palate. This is a ladies only event. Hip wraps will be provided or show off your own. Space is limited; buy tickets in advance to reserve your spot.
YIN YOGA WITH HOT STONES & iREST MEDITATION
Nourishing Life Wellness
Wednesday, February 12 | 6-7:30pm | $50 per person
Winter’s chill got you down? Imagine snuggling into supportive yoga props, feeling the weight of a smooth heated stones nestle into your back, chest, or palms. Join us for a soothing candlelit evening of self-care! We want to invite you to our Yin Yoga with Hot Stone and iRest Meditation.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Oakland Mills HIghschool
Wednesday February 12 | 6pm | Free
Wednesday Night Lights are back! Now through March 11 there will be lights on at the Oakland Mills High School from 6 pm - 7:30 pm (save Christmas Day and New Years Day). Your membership fees support these lights, so come one out and bring a friend!
DESSERT & WINE PAIRING
The Wine Bin
Friday, February 14 | 8:30-10pm | $40 ($10 credit towards purchase) | 21+
Do you love dessert? Do you love wine? If you answered yes to both questions, then we think you should try experiencing the wide world of dessert wine. Dessert wine is our JAM! When paired correctly it will enhance and change the dessert in ways which make both extremely enjoyable. In this class we will be joined by Certified Executive Pastry Chef Maria Bell on a guided pairing of desserts and dessert wines.
