HoCo Happenings: May 3-17
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
DAY OUT WITH THOMAS
B&O Railroad Museum, 901 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, 21223
May 3-5 | Times Vary | $20 per person ages 2 and up | all ages
Don’t miss your chance to spend a day with Thomas the Tank Engine at the B&O railroad Museum in Baltimore! Little Engineers and families take a 25-minute train ride behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy a full day of like entertainment, activities, and family fun! Advance purchase is recommended.
KIDS NIGHT IN THE MUSEUM
Baltimore & Ohio Ellicott City Station Museum, 3711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City, 21043
Friday May 3 | 5:30-9pm | $15 per person | ages 5-10
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 while you do some shopping and dining on Main Street. Participants will have a blast from the past doing historic crafts and exploring the hidden history of the Station. Pack a nut-free dinner, snack, and reusable water bottle. Info: Emily Mosher, 410.313.0419 or emosher@howardcountymd.gov
FAMILY FRIDAYS UNDER THE DOME
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Friday May 3 | 6:30-7pm | $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.This week’s movie is Bugs! Price is per ticket. No Late seating.
LIL’ ACORNS - BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES (PARENT/CHILD)
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Saturday May 4 | 10:30am – 12:00pm | $18 for 1 child + 1 adult | ages 3-9, must be accompanied by a registered adult
Hold your lil' acorn's hand through an unforgettable morning. In the Penguin Parade program, practice penguin skills and learn what makes these birds so special. In the new Wake up Nature program, explore how plants bloom and animals come out of hibernation in the spring. In the new Bugs & Butterflies program, discover the tiny, wonderful insects that help our world in countless ways. These parent/child, interactive programs include stories, tot-friendly investigations, a puppet show, and a short walk through the woods. Registration/Info: 410-313-0400.
toddler time
Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD 21044
Friday May 10 | 9am | $7 for one adult & child, $5 for members | ages 7 and up
Toddler time offers some of our youngest visitors a chance to use unstructured play to gain the comfort level and gross/fine motor skills they need to happily explore the world around them. Each month, we curate materials on a different theme for you and your toddler to explore. Take part in simple, self-guided activities that encourage toddlers to move in age- appropriate ways and explore unfamiliar textures, smells, sounds and sights found in the natural world. Fee is for one child and one adult. Caregivers and children of the recommended age are welcome. A 1:3 caregiver to child ratio is required to take part in the program. Theme for this month is NEW! May Flowers. To register, call 410-313-0400. No online registration.
ADULTS ONLY
THE 5 STYLES OF GIN
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Friday, May 3 | 7pm start | $35 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21 and over
You know that it's the main ingredient in a classic martini and it's vital to the iconic gin and tonic, but do you really know gin? It's a diverse distilled spirit that is noted for its pine flavor thanks to juniper berries, which are the main ingredient. Yet, there are a variety of styles of gin, from the famous London dry gins to old-school styles like genever and Old Tom to modern gins like Hendrick's that stretch gin's definition.
Call the Bin with questions: 10-465-7802
ROOSTER ROJO ANEJO
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Saturday, May 4 | 12pm, 2pm | $30 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21 and over
Each tequila has its own "flavor fingerprint," and each person has his or her own flavor preferences. Our proprietary matching algorithm uses nine different characteristics to find the best matches for you. And, it gets smarter the more you use it. Download the app today - it's free - and let the Tequila Matchmaker figure out your own flavor preferences.
DOGGY NOSES AND YOGA POSES
Black Flag Brewing Company: 9315 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21046
Sunday, May 5 | 12:30-1:30 | $35 per person
Presenting Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses at Black Flag Brewing Company to benefit Canine Humane Network! You do the yoga while the pups do the cuddles! Adorable ADOPTABLE puppies and dogs will be allowed to ROAM FREELY and interact with you during this one-hour mixed level yoga class featuring instructor Dan Hill of HopAsana, so be prepared to get puppy kisses!
Space is limited and interest is high, so order your Pawssport today! Tickets are $35 if purchased online, and $40 if purchased at the door (if space is still available). A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to Canine Humane Network. Please bring your own yoga mat or towel to this class, and let's have some fun! NamaStay!
**Please note that as this is a fundraising event for the rescue, the only dogs allowed on the class floor will be the adoptables of Canine Humane Network.
BRING YOUR OWN MUG NIGHT
Black Flag Brewing Company: 9315 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21046
Wednesday, May 8 | 4-10 pm | ages 21 and over
This is a B.Y.O.M that recurs every Wednesday. Bring your favorite mug or any other drinking vessel. Sized within reason (additional charges apply for mugs over 20oz). Play board games, hang out with good company, and have fun. That’s it.
FOOD AND WINE PAIRING: BRUNCH EDITION
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Friday, May 10 | 7pm | $35 ($10 credit towards purchase) | ages 21 and over
Who says you shouldn’t have wine with brunch? Literally no one! I mean after all who doesn’t want an excuse to indulge in a little day drinking. In this class we will get ready for Mother’s Day by exploring all the ways we can pair wine with brunch items. We will sip and evaluate the wines while discussing the 9 food and wine pairing rules.
COLUMBIA 1ST + 3RD THURSDAY PUB RUNS
Hosted by Charm City Run: 7090 Deepage Dr, Columbia 21045
Thursday, May 16 (Recurring 1st and 3rd Thursdays Monthly) | 6:30-8pm | free | ages 21 and over
Join us for a pub run every third Thursday of the month from the Columbia store! We'll start from the shop at 6:30 pm and then head out for a guided 3 mile run. We'll finish back at the shop and then head to Pub Dog where your first drink is on the house. Please bring a valid ID if you wish to enjoy an alcoholic beverage or two after the run. All paces and levels are welcome for the fun run!
yappy hour
The Wine Bin: 8390 Main Street, Ellicott City, 21043
Friday, May 17 | 6pm | free | family friendly. ages 21 and over can drink ;)
NEW for the 2019 season. Yappy Hour is on the 1st and 3rd Friday each month. 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. This week is sponsored by Manor Hill Brewing. Donations will be made to Chesapeake Search Dogs. Music by Jack Litzinger.
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.
