HoCo Happenings: July 19 - August 2
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
LIL’ STARS
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Saturday July 20 | 10-10:30AM | $3 per person | ages 3 and up
Let your little one discover outer space through views of the stars and planets, stories, crafts or song. Give your child a special nighttime experience during the day! Each month we focus on a different theme - from colors of stars, to the stories behind a constellation, to the seasonal changes in the sky. Pre-register to secure your seats. No late seating.
LIL’ STARS
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Saturday July 20 | 11-11:30AM | $3 per person | ages 3 and up
Let your little one discover outer space through views of the stars and planets, stories, crafts or song. Give your child a special nighttime experience during the day! Each month we focus on a different theme - from colors of stars, to the stories behind a constellation, to the seasonal changes in the sky.
PUBLIC STAR PARTY
Alpha Ridge Park, 11685 Old Frederick Rd, Marriottsville, MD 21104
Saturday July 20 | 7:15-8:45pm | free | all ages
Come enjoy the night sky through telescopes set up by The Howard Astronomical League (HAL). At this relaxed, casual, family event, view live images on a big screen as seen through the Illig Telescope in HAL's observatory. Info/weather updates: www.howardastro.org . Info: Danielle Bassett, 410-313-4634 or dbassett@howardcountymd.gov.
PEACH AND BLACKBERRY PICKING
Homestead Farm: 15604 Sugarland Road, Poolesville 20837
Sunday July 21 | 10am-1pm | $6 per person | ages 7 and up
Come out for a fun weekend field trip to Homestead Farm and pick blackberries and peaches!
RIVER ROMP
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Sunday, July 21 | 12:30-2:30pm | $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.
FAMILY FRIDAYS UNDER THE DOME
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Friday August 2 | 6:30-7:30pm | $6 per person | ages 7 and up
Treat your family to unique shows at Robinson Nature Center's NatureSphere planetarium. Each program features a full-dome movie preceded by a family-friendly planetarium presentation. Price is per ticket. No Late seating. This month’s film: Stars
ADULTS
ELLICOTT CITY OLD TOWN MARKET
9321 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday July 20 (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.
CREATING COCKTAILS
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday July 20 | 2pm | $35 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21+
There are many ways to 'create' a cocktail, but what does that mean? Chances are, your creation will resemble Christopher Columbus 'discovering' America. One of the only ways to create new cocktails is to work with new products and ingredients. In this class you will gain hands on experience working through the creative process of cocktail making by creating three custom cocktails.Call the Bin with questions 410-465-7802
YAPPY HOUR
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Friday, July 19 (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.
MOVIE NIGHT AT THE WINE BIN
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday July 20 | 9pm | free | family friendly
Head over to the Bin for outdoor movie night. This week’s movie is A Star Is Born. The parking lot closes 1.5 hours before showtime. Chair set up 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.
SUMMER REGGAE WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Linganore Wine Cellars: 13601 Glissans Mill Rd, Mount Airy, 21771
Saturday July 20 + Sunday July 21 | 11am-6pm | $25 | ages 21+
Come celebrate the largest and longest running wine festival on the Mid-Atlantic Coast. Join us at Linganore Winecellars for the Summer Reggae Wine and Music Festival. Enjoy a relaxing day of listening to live performance, while sampling Linganore’s delicious wines, authentic island cuisine and hand-crafted goods from around the world. Get your Reggae on at Linganore Winecellars’ Summer Reggae Wine Music Festival!
HAPPY HOUR YOGA
Clarksville Commons, 12250 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, 21029
Wednesday July 24 | 5:30pm | free | all skill levels welcome
Come out and do yoga on the grassy circle every Wednesday until July 31 with local yoga teacher Missy Radcliffe. Please bring a mat, water, and a towel. All skill levels welcome. Donations accepted for the Howard County Hospital Foundations, which works to connect the community to wellness.
WHISKEY 101
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Thursday July 25 | 7pm | $35 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21+
I’m sure you’ve heard people say they drink Bourbon or Scotch but what does it mean when a person says they want a Whiskey? Whiskey covers an enormous span of spirits, ranging from bourbon to scotch and from Japan to the U.S. At its core, whiskey is a spirit made from a fermented grain mash — but it's so much more than that. Call the Bin with questions 410-465-7802
ELLICOTT CITY OLD TOWN MARKET
9321 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday July27 (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.
MOVIE NIGHT AT THE WINE BIN
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday July 27| 9pm | free | family friendly
Head over to the Bin for outdoor movie night. This week’s movie is Beauty and the Beast. The parking lot closes 1.5 hours before showtime. Chair set up 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.
HAPPY HOUR YOGA
Clarksville Commons, 12250 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, 21029
Wednesday July 31 | 5:30pm | free | all skill levels welcome
Come out and do yoga on the grassy circle every Wednesday until July 31 with local yoga teacher Missy Radcliffe. Please bring a mat, water, and a towel. All skill levels welcome. Donations accepted for the Howard County Hospital Foundations, which works to connect the community to wellness.
1ST FRIDAYS
Manor Hill Brewing: 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Friday August 2 (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, August 2 (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.
