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Celebrate the last weeks of warm weather and a serious dose of fun this September! Sept 1 - 5 - Clark’s Farm Sunflower Showcase @ Clark’s Elioak Farm Take photos with the Enchanted Forest castle in the background and a gingerbread men or two. We…

Farm & Flavor The 2022-2023 Farm & Flavor Guide is here! Read through the virtual guide to also learn all about Howard County's farms, farmers markets, and farm-to-table food. Click here to flip through the virtual magazine Click here to flip…

Outdoor movies are in abundance this year, with full lineups at many different locations in Howard County all summer long. The Wine Bin Free Movie Night An annual tradition for years, The Wine Bin returns in 2022 with the beloved outdoor free movies…

All over Howard County, you’ll discover beautiful scenery, winding country roads, and wonderful views of rivers and state parks. When you are feeling the itch to get out of the house, a scenic drive through HoCo may be just what you need. Here are…

Food trends may come and go, but a good cup of coffee or tea never goes out of style. New local bakeries, cafes, and coffee shops are always popping up in HoCo, and we are here to help guide to some of the best hot brews in the area. Decadent Coffee…

National Plan for Vacation Day, celebrated on the last Tuesday of January, is a day to encourage Americans to plan their vacation days for the rest of the year at the start of the year.Last year more than 768 million vacation days went unused. There…

September is International Underground Railroad Month, which acknowledges the significance of the Underground Railroad, and all those involved, for its contribution to the eradication of slavery in the United States and as a cornerstone for a more…

75th Annual Howard County Fair The Howard County Fair returns this August for its 75th Anniversary. The fair takes place August 7th - 14th at the Howard County Fairgrounds at 2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship MD 21794. Take part in a week long…

Ask anyone who lives in or has visited Howard County what their number one recommendation is for a visitor, and more often than not, they’ll tell you to see a show at Toby’s Dinner Theatre. Toby’s has been a staple of the Columbia community for more…

Are you up for a challenge? Discover Maryland's River while completing the Patuxent Challenge: a series of outdoor activities throughout the Patuxent River watershed. Why the Patuxent River? The Patuxent River is the largest river completely within…