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Welcome to the Columbia, Maryland "Events" page. Here you will find out about events taking place in
the Columbia area only. For a list of all events in Howard County Calendar, visit the Calendar of Events .
And for locals, I would suggest visiting the Up & Coming Events which lists ALL events in Howard County, updated weekly. Last time pages were updated September 2, 2010 4:24 PM
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Business Women's Network of Howard County

Promotes and supports professional women in their careers as executives, business owners and leaders, and provides a network of women who have a significant impact on the business environment in Howard County. Third Wednesday, luncheon meetings. Hilton Columbia, 5485 Twin Knolls Road, Columbia. To register for luncheon meetings ($45 per guest) or inquire about membership, call 410-740-0126 or go to www.bwn-hoco.org, or e-mail admin@bwn-hoco.org. Guests welcome.


Columbia Business Network International

Thursdays, 7:30-9 a.m. Bob Evans restaurant, 8325 Benson Drive, Columbia. 443-204-4777.


Get A Free Website

Fridays. To celebrate their ten-year anniversary, DC Web Designers is offering free, professional grade websites. The only fee for this new product is a minimal monthly licensing and hosting charge. Space for the seminars is limited and registration is required. 410-750-6499. DC Web Designers, 5850 Waterloo Road, Suite 230, Columbia. www.dcwebdesigners.com.


Clark's Produce - Open for the season 10-6PM EVERYDAY!

Clark's Never Sell The Land Grass Fed Beef for sale at Clark's Elioak Farm!
Clark’s Elioak Farm, 10500 Route 108, Ellicott City, 410-730-4049, www.clarklandfarm.com


Chorus Auditions

For all parts in the Columbia Pro Cantare, especially tenors and basses. Auditions ongoing, now through August. Rehearsals start Sept. 7, and are held Tuesdays, 7:30-10 p.m., at Hammond High School, 8800 Guilford Road, Columbia. 410-730-8549, 410-799-9321 or www.procantare.org


Girls Ice Hockey

Sponsored by Susquehanna Rapids Girls Ice Hockey Program. Girls ages 6 and older are invited to join the Baltimore Youth Hockey Mites program, with practices and games starting in November. Other programs available in York and Lancaster, Pa. and Columbia. $99. www.susquehannarapids.org or 410-323-8243.


Farmer's Market

Sponsored by Howard County General Hospital. Featuring local farmers in a weekly outdoor market in the back section of the visitors' parking lot. On-going until Oct. 29. Fridays, 2-6 p.m., Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite G050, Columbia. 410-740-5858.O.A.R. w/Citizen Cope -


Applications are now available online for the 2011 Rising Star Competition.
YOU COULD BE THE NEXT RISING STAR! - Howard County Arts Council

This is your chance to shine! Finalists will perform on t he Smith Theatre stage at HCC and compete for the top $5000 prize. Rising Star finalists also receive a complimentary professional photo shoot with photograp her David Hobby. Performing artists of all disciplines, ages 18-35, are encouraged to fill out an application and compete for title of Rising Star!

Apply by October 1 and avoid the $10 application fee! (Final deadline is November 1, 2010). Auditions will be held on December 5.

Click Here to visit our Celebration Page and to download an application today!


Nunsense - Toby's Dinner Theatre
August 5 - September 19, 2010 (and select dates during RENT)

Come see the award winning, side-splitting story voted "Best Off Broadway Musical." Follow the antics of the "Little Sisters of Hoboken" in the fundraiser put on to raise money to bury the sisters, accidently poisoned by the convent cook, Sister Julia (Child of God). For more information call 410-730-8311 or visit www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
Education Lecture

Sponsored by the Center for Language and Thinking. Featuring Dr. Jesse Turner on "Our Children Are More Than Test Scores," and why test-based policies such as No Child Left Behind and Race to the Top may be harmful to students, teachers and learning. Thu., Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m., East Columbia Branch Howard County Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. bessaltwer@aol.com.


Newcomers Club of Howard County

Learn about the activities Newcomers has to offer at the coffee social, Thu., Sept. 2, 10 a.m., Panera Bread, 6435 Dobbin Road, Columbia. www.newcomershowardcounty.com.


Solar Energy Education Program

Sponsored by Harper's Choice Community Association. Featuring local solar company, groSolar. Dinner provided. Thu., Sept. 2, 7 p.m., Kahler Hall, 5440 Old Tucker Road, Columbia. 410-730-0770 to register.


Ask the Pharmacist

Sponsored by Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center. Featuring Anne Delisa, a clinical oncology pharmacist. Fri., Sept. 3, noon-3 p.m., 10710 Charter Drive, Suite G050, Columbia. 410-740-5858.


Artists' Gallery Exhibit

Featuring the "Women" exhibit. Opening reception Sept. 3, 6-8 p.m.; and meet the artists Sept. 4, 3-5 p.m. with tea, biscuits and sherry. Exhibit runs Aug. 30-Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 10227 Wincopin Circle, Columbia. 410-740-8249 or www.artistsgallerycolumbia.com.


Dog Adoptions

Sponsored by the Partnership for Animal Welfare Adoption. Sun., Sept. 5, Columbia Petco, 6181 Old Dobbin Lane, Columbia. 301-572-4729 or www.paw-rescue.org.


Greater Howard County CROP Hunger Walk Recruiters' Rally

A pre-walk meeting to be attended by a representative of each participating organization in the Oct. 17 walk. Walk information and recruiter's packets will be distributed. Tue., Sept. 7, 7 p.m., Oakland Mills Interfaith Center, 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. Bob Jordan, 410-245-9056.


Columbia Pro Cantare Chorus Auditions

For all parts, especially tenors and basses. Auditions ongoing, now through August. Rehearsals start Sept. 7, and are held Tuesdays, 7:30-10 p.m., at Hammond High School, 8800 Guilford Road, Columbia. 410-730-8549, 410-799-9321 or www.procantare.org for information about the chorus and auditions.


Restoring Family Heirlooms

Presented by Camelia Blackwell, PhD, of the International Center for Artistic Development, Inc. Learn how to protect, conserve and determine when professional assistance is appropriate for archival restorations of family keepsakes. Examples shown. Wed., Sept. 8, 7-8:30 p.m., Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 410-313-7800 or www.hclibrary.org to register.


Health Care Forum

Sponsored by Maryland Gerontological Association, United Seniors of Maryland, NARFE: Howard County & Laurel Chapters, the Coalition of Geriatric Services; and Howard County's Mental Health Authority, Office on Aging and Commission on Disability Issues. Featuring U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin on what the benefits of the new health care reform law means for you and your family, its impact and what's really in the law. Sept. 8, 10 a.m., Vantage House, 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia. Free. Register by Sept. 3 to Jennifer, 410-992-1207 or jordanj@vantagehouse.org.


Columbia Jewish Congregation

Sept. 9, Rosh Hashana Tot and Junior Congregation services; Sept. 12 fall session of CJC School starts. Oakland Mills Interfaith Center, 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. 410-730-6044 or www.columbiajewish.org.


Japanese Embroidery Seminar

Sponsored by Harper's Choice Community Association. Featuring Toni Evans. Sept. 9, 7 p.m., Kahler Hall, 5440 Old Tucker Road, Columbia. 410-730-0770 to register.


Free Mulch

Free recycled tire mulch for playgrounds. Columbia Academy, 10350 Old Columbia Road, 21046.


Smart Start to Business Success

Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m.-noon. Topics discussed at this seminar will include selecting the appropriate legal business entity, financial records, getting start-up money, insurance options and Howard County's business resources. Registration required, $55. The Center for Business and Technology Development, 9250 Bendix Road, Columbia. 410-313-6550. www.thecenter.biz.


Patrinkets-Jewelry Sale

25 percent of proceeds will be donated to the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center. Sept. 9, noon-3 p.m., 10710 Charter Drive, Suite G050, Columbia.


Business Seminar

Sponsored by the Howard County Economic Development Authority's Business Resource Center. The "Smart Start to Business Success" seminar will provide how-to's for first-time entrepreneurs, including selecting the appropriate legal business entity, financial records, getting start-up money, insurance options and Howard County's business resources. Sept. 9, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Center for Business and Technology Development, 9250 Bendix Road North, Columbia. 410-313-6550 orwww.hceda.org to register.


Open House for Suicide Prevention

Sponsored by Grassroots Crisis Intervention. Featuring suicide awareness training, speakers' panel, raffle, information tables and refreshments. Sept. 10, 4-7 p.m., 6700 Freetown Road, Columbia. Tamara, 410-531-6677 or tamara@grassrootscrisis.org to register.


Native Plant Sale & Seminars

Sponsored by Harper's Choice Community Association. Featuring a plant sale, family nature walk and seminars. Sept. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kahler Hall, 5440 Old Tucker Road, Columbia. 410-730-0770.


Fall Outdoor Flea Market at the Gary Arthur Community Center at Glenwood
September 11, 2010; 9am - 12pm

18 yrs + / $20 per seller; $5 for 6’ table
Clean out those basements, closets and garages and haul it down to the Glenwood Community Center for a fun day of selling and buying. Space available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations required at least one week before the event. $20/space & additional $5 for use of 6-ft. table. No fee for shoppers. For registration or additional information, please call 410-313-4840.

Vampire Weekend w/Bleach House, Dum Dum Girls - Merriweather Post Pavilion
September 11, 2010; 7:30pm (Gates Open at 6pm)

Pavilion Seating: $45 (GA Floor) - Lawn Seating: $30. Tickets on sale Friday, May 21 at 10am. To purchase tickets call 877-435-9849. www.merriweathermusic.com
Plant & Book Sale

To benefit the Columbia Pro Cantare chorus. Featuring potted perennials, indoor plants and hardcover books; and raffle tickets. Sept. 12, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Hickory Ridge Giant, in Columbia. 410-799-9321 or www.procantare.org.


Solar Energy Education Program

Sponsored by Wilde Lake Community Association. Featuring Scott Sharpe, of groSolar, who will give a presentation on residential solar power, followed by a Q-and-A session and free pizza. Designed to provide information for Wilde Lake residents, not a sales presentation. Free home solar evaluations and group pricing to those who bring a copy of their electric bill and home photo. Sept. 15, 7-8 p.m., Slayton House Theatre, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. www.grosolar.com/columbia. Carol Hobelmann, 410-730-3987 or wlevents@columbiavillages.org to register.


Committee for Palestinian Rights

Featuring Josh Ruebner, "U.S. Aid to Israel: Legal, Moral & Political Implications." Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m., Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. Free, open to the public.


Health Education Courses

Sponsored by Howard County General Hospital. Maybe Baby: Health Issues to Consider Before Pregnancy. Sept. 16, 7-8:30 p.m., free. HCGH Wellness Center, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, Columbia. 410-740-7601 or www.hcgh.org to register.


Health Issues to Consider Before Pregnancy - Howard County General Hospital
September 16, 2010; 7-8:30pm

Learn about important choices to consider when starting your family. Topics include lifestyle, parent wellness and health care matters. Presented by Christine Richards, M.D. Free. Held at the HCGH Wellness Center’s new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.
Columbia Cinema for Spiritual Living

Presents "Visions of a Universal Humanity." Sept. 17, 7 p.m., Howard County General Hospital Wellness Center, Medical Pavilion, 10710 Charter Drive, Columbia. 410-750-8559 or www.columbiacsl.org.


Puppet Show

Sponsored by Wilde Lake Community Association. Presents "Dragon Feathers." Sept. 17, 10 a.m., Slayton House Theatre, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. $5 in advance, $6 at the door; exact cash or check only. 410-730-3987.


HFStival w/Third Eye Blind, Billy Idol, Everclear, Fuel, Lit, Presidents of the United States of America, & more! - Merriweather Post Pavilion
September 18, 2010; 11am

Pavilion Seating: $50 - Lawn Seating: $35. For tickets call 877-435-9849. www.merriweathermusic.com
Human Resources Management Class

SHRM-approved preparation for PHR/SPHR certification. Sept. 18-Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Howard Community College. 410-772-4972. www.howardcc.edu/ConEd.


Performing Arts Classes

Sponsored by Musical Theatrix. Featuring classes in musical theater and acting for television. --"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" for middle school students. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $325. --"Cats" for elementary school students. Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m. $325. --"Broadway K.I.D.S." for ages 4-5. Thursdays, 5-6 p.m. $250. --"Acting for Television," for grades 3 and up, teaches audition skills, resume, head shots, casting agencies and more. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. $125. Classes start Sept. 13 and are held at Slayton House Theatre, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. Prices include costumes and props. 410-772-9448 or musicaltheatrix@hotmail.com.


For the Love of Music Cafe

Presents For the Love of Jazz with jazz musicians from the greater Baltimore and Washington region. Sept. 18, 7-9 p.m., 5410 Leaf Treader Way, Columbia. Free, donations accepted to benefit Agape House. www.flomusiccafe.com.


4th Annual George Martin Memorial Lecture

Sponsored by Wilde Lake Interfaith Library. Featuring Dr. Robert J. Wicks, "Strengthening Your Inner Life in Challenging Times." Learn how you can transform your stressful like into a more meaningful, self-aware and compassionate one. Sept. 19, 4-5 p.m., followed by book signing, Room 1, Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, 10431 Twin Rivers, Road, Columbia. Register by Sept. 12 to 443-745-7438.


Fall Classes and Workshops begin - Howard County Arts Council
September 20, 2010

(Fall Classes Registration Begins - August 1, 2010)
Expand your artistic horizons with new offerings in Photography, Mask-Making, Improvisational Acting, Watercolor, Embroidery, and much more!

For more information visit our schedule of classes here or call us at (410)313-ARTS(2787)
Focus on Women's Health
September 23, 2010; 8:30am-3pm

Howard County General Hospital
Includes Standard Health Check or new this year Health Check Plus. Both are appropriate for men and women. Event also includes Free Activities.

*Standard Health Check measures 18 body chemicals, cholesterol (HDL, LDL, and triglycerides), blood cell count and thyroid stimulating hormone levels to check thyroid function. By appointment only.
$50


*Health Check Plus includes everything in the Standard Health Check PLUS a vitamin D screening. By appointment only.
$80


*FREE Activities include body fat analysis, osteoporosis screening, breast self-exam techniques, blood pressure testing, and height and weight measurements on a walk-in, first-come, first-serve basis.

Held at the HCGH Wellness Center’s new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.

September 23 - November 14, 2010
RENT - Toby's Dinner Theatre

Don't miss this Pulitzer-prize winning Broadway musical with its driving rock score! Come follow a year in the lives of seven friends living the disappearing Bohemian lifestyle in New York's East Village. For more information call 410-730-8311 or visit www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
Lecture Series at The Howard County Conservancy
September 23, 2010

Droughts, Hurricane and Violent Weather -- Global Changes with Dr. Michael Kearney, University of Maryland, Geology, 7-9pm at The Howard County Conservancy, 410-465-8877, www.howardcountyconservancy.org
Treatment for Spine Pain - Howard County General Hospital
September 23, 2010; 7-9pm

The newest treatments for cervical and lumbar pain will be discussed by Massimo Fiandaca, M.D. Free. Held at the HCGH Wellness Center’s new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org

Smoke-Free Lungs - Howard County General Hospital
September 23, 2010; 7-9pm

Learn tips for quitting your tobacco habit and mastering long-term success. This program provides support and education for those wanting to quit as well as those who have quit. Free. Held at the HCGH Wellness Center’s new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org

Annual Meeting and Grant Awards Ceremony - Howard County Arts Council
Gallery I: Paint It! Ellicott City
Gallery II: Urbanscapes
September 24, 2010; 6-8pm

Join us as we kick-off the 2010-2011 exhibit season on September 24 at our Annual Meeting, Grant Awards Ceremony and exhibit reception!
Join us as County Executive Ken Ulman presents awards to this year’s grantees during the Annual Meeting and Grant Awards Ceremony. Visit our exhibit in Gallery I entitled Paint It! Ellicott City featuring artwork by artists participating in our plein air paint-out in Historic Ellicott City and Urbanscapes in Gallery II. Stroll down the hallways and visit our Resident Artists and Organizations in their studios which will be open for this event.

Don’t miss this opportunity to mix and mingle with area arts and community leaders!

Get Your Map for the Road to the Arts - Howard County Arts Council
September 24-26, 2010

Take a self-guided trip on the 21st Annual Road to the Arts exhibit weekend. Gallery receptions throughout the county occur during this special weekend, beginning with our reception at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 24. The other galleries involved in this event include Still Life Gallery, Howard County Department of Education Professional Gallery, Artists’ Gallery, Art Partners Framing and Gallery, Columbia Art Center, ICAD Art Studio and Gallery, Roxanna Sinex Studio, Jill Hackney Studio, HCC and Slayton House Gallery. These events are free and open to the public. This is a wonderful way to experience the abundance of artistic talent that Howard County has to offer all in one weekend!! Download your map today!
Cabaret Night

Sponsored by Silhouette Stages. Applications for performers are currently being accepted for songs or acts appropriate for multi-aged audiences of adults and children. Sept. 25, 8 p.m., Slayton House Theatre, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia. $10 at the door, includes food and drink at intermission. Mo Dutterer, ssqq@comcast.net for application.


Saturday Night at the Movies - Old Dogs - Glenwood Community Center
September 25, 2010; 7-9pm

5 yrs + / $3, Center member; $5, Non-members
Join us each month for an evening filled with drama, excitement and action! Movie will be shown in our comfy movie lounge. Your movie ticket includes popcorn and a drink. Pre-registration required. Children 4-under no charge, but must be registered. For registration or additional information, please call 410-313-4840. This month's movie: Old Dogs
Columbia Classic Grand Prix
September 25, 2010

World class equestrian competitors perform Grand Prix show jumping through a challenging course of obstacles. Benefits the Howard Community College Education Foundation. www.howardcc.edu/foundation


Columbia Art Center Galleries

Co-sponsored by Howard County Arts Council's Road to the Arts. Featuring its fall 2010 season of shows with two solo exhibits by local painters: "...Anything but a Still Life" by Rhona Schonwald and "A Sense of Place" by Chaya Schapiro. Gala reception Sept. 26, 3-5 p.m., free. Runs Sept. 9-Oct. 10, 6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia. www.columbiaartcenter.com. 410-730-0075 or art.staff@columbiaassociation.com.


Sunday in the Country w/Lady Antebellum, Eric Church, Joe Nichols, Gloriana, Bucky Covington, Matt Kennon, and more!
September 26, 2010; 1pm

Pavilion Seating: $75 - Lawn Seating: $45. Tickets on sale Friday, July 16 at 10am. To purchase tickets call 877-435-9849. www.merriweathermusic.com

Preparing for Total Joint Surgery - Howard County General Hospital
Wednesday, September 29, 2010; 7-9pm

Learn about total hip and knee surgery from health care professionals, past patients of Howard County General Hospital’s Joint Academy and Richard Kinnard, M.D. Free. Held at the HCGH Wellness Center’s new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org



Fall Classes Registration

Sponsored by the Howard County Arts Council. Registration now open, classes run Sept. 20-Nov. 20. 410-313-2787 or www.hocoarts.org.


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