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Independent Bookstore Day at Queen Takes Book
04/26/2025 to 04/26/2025
6955 Oakland Mills Rd, Suite E, Columbia, MD 21045Celebrate the magic of independent bookstores with us! We'll have activities, prizes, and exclusive Independent Bookstore Day books and merch! Visit https://www.queentakesbook.com/events for more information and upcoming events.
National Prescription Drug Take-back Day
04/26/2025 to 04/26/2025
5755 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center will accept and dispose of unused, expired and unwanted medicines, no questions asked, at a drive-through to collect tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, e-cigarettes, vape pens and needles for safe, secure, environmentally friendly disposal. The event is part of National Prescription Drug Take-back Day. Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center will join organizations throughout the U.S. to prevent the misuse of prescription medications, many of which continue to supply the nation’s opioid epidemic. Disposing of unused, expired and unwanted drugs means they’ll no longer pose a danger to anyone in the home or on the street. For more information, visit hopkinsmedicine.org/about/drug-take-back-day
Maryland Winds – A Stroll in the Park
04/29/2025 to 04/29/2025
8500 Ridgelys Run Road, Jessup, MD 20794Spring is in the air, which means it's time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. But before you do that, join us for this final performance of the season which will include something for everyone. We'll present the Mid-Atlantic premiere of native Baltimorean Dwayne Milburn's Centennial Celebration Overture and the story of Tubby the Tuba performed by our very own principal tubist, Tom Holtz and featuring narration by a special guest personality! Sprinkled with marches, new and old, plus some traditional Americana, this will be a great closing for our season. Maryland Winds is an ensemble of professional musicians in the greater Baltimore–Washington, DC, area. Most are current or past performers with the premier military bands, in major symphony orchestras, or as freelancers. Many are also active music educators in schools and private studios. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $17 for seniors, and $10 for students. Buy tickets at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=248130
“Kaleidoscope” Mixed Media by Amanda Milliner and Kiln Formed Glass by Karen Wallace
04/30/2025 to 06/01/2025
8197 Main Street , Ellicott City, MD 21043Artists Gallery’s Featured show for May is “Kaleidoscope” Mixed Media by Amanda Milliner & Kiln Formed Glass by Karen Wallace. The show will have a reception on Sunday May, 4 from 2-5pm. Gallery Hours: Wednesday 11 to 3pm, and Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 11 to 6pm. For more information, contact the gallery at 443-325-5936 or visit www.artistsgalleryec.com
Sykesville Art and Wine Festival
05/03/2025 to 05/03/2025
7566 Main Street, Sykesville, MD 21784Enjoy an exciting and diverse wine sampling alongside live entertainment, local artists, and food in our vibrant local business community, embodying an atmosphere of old-fashioned, historic, small-town charm! Enjoy the best Maryland wineries and vineyards from the Sonoma Valley, Argentina, France, and Italy. Whites, reds, rosés, cavas, and other specialty wines will be available for unlimited sampling with your collectible Sykesville glass (provided). Amenities: Shuttles - ticket holders only - go from Sykesville Middle School parking lot and Freedom Park parking lot down to Main Street with an ADA-accessible shuttle going between all locations, a sign language interpreter for the bands, and ADA-accessible bathrooms. Band: Garrett Mabe Band. Activities: Plein Air Artists, Flash Tattoos, Mermaid Hair, Welding and Forging Demonstrations, Live Alpacas and more! For more information and to buy tickets, visit https://www.downtownsykesville.com/art-wine-festival/
OAI Showcase: The Art of Healthy Aging
05/09/2025 to 05/09/2025
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044Join the Office on Aging & Independence (OAI) as we celebrate Older Americans Month with an exciting event that showcases the art of healthy aging! This fun, FREE, all-ages event at at The Mall in Columbia, Lower Center Court, will feature: a Live Cooking Demonstration – Learn how to create a nutritious, seasonal recipe; Interactive Art – Explore creativity at any age; Cultural Performances – Enjoy music and dance that celebrate our diversity; Keynote Speaker – Gain expert insights on brain health from Dr. William Mansbach, PhD; Fitness Class – Get moving with a fun and engaging workout; and Free Health Screenings – Stay proactive about your well-being. Visit Bit.ly/HoCo-OAM25 or follow us on social media to be the first to hear about event updates! @HocoCommunity
