HoCo Happenings: March 15-29

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


SCOPE OUT THE NIGHT SKY
Robinson Nature Center: 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia 21044

March 15 | 6:30-9:30pm | $30/family (up to 5 members) | children ages 8 and up
Robinson Nature Center and the Howard Astronomical League present this exciting, family-focused astronomy event with support from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific! Enjoy a planetarium program, build your very own Galileoscope (a functional telescope for night sky viewing), hold a meteorite, observe the surface of the moon and other space objects on a “Magic Planet,” and view celestial objects in the sky using various telescopes with the help of knowledgeable guides. Each family takes home one Galileoscope. All participants receive a star map. Click here to purchase tickets online.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY FAMILY FESTIVAL
Historic Savage Mill: 8600 Foundry St, Savage, MD 20763

March 16 | 12-4pm | free | children ages 3 and up
Enjoy live bag pipe music. Art classes & crafts, face painting, and treats! Join in a Shamrock Scavenger Hunt with Prizes ($5 per Family, cash only on the day of the event). 100% of the Scavenger Hunt proceeds will benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

MTH MARKETPLACE
Mt. Hebron Highschool: 9440 Rt. 99, Ellicott City, MD 21042

March 16 (3/26 snow date) | 10am-4pm | free | all ages
Mt. Hebron High School’s Viking Backers Booster Club is hosting a new community arts and craft festival called “MTH Marketplace” on Saturday, March 16, 2019 (snow dated March 23) at Mt. Hebron High School, 9440 Rt. 99, Ellicott City, MD 21042, from 10am to 4pm. 70+ vendors in the lobby, cafeteria, gym, and common areas. MTH Marketplace admission and parking are FREE and open to the public. Concessions, entertainment, raffles and a silent auction will also be available. Mark your calendars to come see the talent in our community! 100% of the proceeds benefit student activities, arts and athletics at Mt. Hebron High School. The Viking Backers Booster club is a 503(c) non-profit, all volunteer parent organization.

SATURDAY PUPPET THEATER
Robinson Nature Center: 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia 21044

March 16 | 10-10:30AM | $5 per person | children ages 2+ with an adult
Join us for nature-themed puppet theater presentations at the Robinson Nature Center! Each puppet show portrays a different nature story. After the puppet show, create a simple craft to take home. All children must be accompanied by a registered adult for the duration of the program. This program's theme will be Luck of the "Iris" Call 410-313-0400 or click here.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY ADVENTURE SPECIAL
Terrapin Adventures: 8600 Foundry Street, Savage, MD 20763

March 17 | 11am-1pm; 2-4pm | $27 per person | children ages 3 and up
Save some GREEN on Saturday, March 16! Book 4 (or more) spots for any adventure and save a whopping 25%! No luck required.

FAIRY & GNOME TEA PARTY
Robinson Nature Center: 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia 21044

March 17 | 11am-1pm; 2-4pm | $27 per person | children ages 3 and up
Join our fairy and gnome tea party! Learn about the plants and animals in the woodland fairies’ kingdom. Your little one dons a pair of fairy wings or a gnome hat and embarks on a search for fairies and gnomes through the nature center. Then, meet, sing and play with a fairy and gnome from Drama Learning Center! Afterwards, sit and savor a full tea service by Sweet Simplici-Tea tea room. Tea service includes tea, lemonade and delightful treats just right for little fingers. Fee includes program, materials, tea service, and gratuity. All attendees (children and adults) must register separately to attend. As this is a catered event, you must register by March 13. Call 410-313-0400 to register by phone.

KIDS NIGHT IN AT THE MUSEUM
Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum: 3711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City 21043

March 22 | 4-9pm | $15 per participant | children ages 4-12
Need a kid-free date night? We have a fun solution for you! Drop your children off with us at the Baltimore and Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum and enjoy a night out on Main Street in Ellicott City. Participants will have a blast from the past doing historic crafts and explore the hidden history of the station. Pack a nut-free meal, snack, and reusable water bottle. Information: Emily Mosher, 410-313-0419 or emosher@howardcountymd.gov.


ADULTS ONLY


MARYLAND BREWERY TOURS
Columbia Sheraton:
10207 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, 21044
March 16 | 11:45-5:10pm | $75/person | ages 21 and over
Check out Maryland's finest breweries without the hassle of driving and with the added perks of behind the scenes tours, a fresh pint of your choice at each stop, swag, good times, and more! This tour takes place in Howard County and includes the following breweries:
- 11:45 am - Bus departs promptly
- 12-1pm - Manor Hill Brewing
- 1:15 - 2:15 pm - Jailbreak
- 2:30 - 3:30 pm - Reckless Ale Works
- 3:50 - 4:50 pm - Ellicott Mills Brewing
- 5:10 pm - Drop off
Pick up and drop off will be at the Columbia Sheraton (10207 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044), where there is free parking. The bus departs promptly at 11:45 am. Click here for discounted rates at the beautiful lakefront Sheraton.

COLUMBIA 1ST + 3RD THURSDAY PUB RUNS
Hosted by Charm City Run:
7090 Deepage Dr, Columbia 21045
March 21 (Recurring 1st and 3rd Thursdays Monthly) | 6:30-8pm | free | ages 21 and over
Join this monthly running meet up at Hysteria Brewing Company in partnership with Charm City Run’s Columbia store every 3rd Thursday. Meet at Charm City Run (Columbia) store and head out for 3-5 miles at your own pace. The path varies slightly each month, but always ends at Hysteria Brewing Company where the first beer is on the house. Food trucks are on hand with food for purchase.