Looking to shop local for your holiday feast ingredients? Head to one of Howard County's fantastic farms! In addition to Turkey, Mary's Land Farm is also offering fresh baked pies and cakes for your Thanksgiving table. All Turkeys are fed an…
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International Underground Railroad Month
Tuesday, August 31, 2021 10:00 AM by Mike Dwyre

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…
Farm & Flavor
Monday, August 16, 2021 11:00 AM by Mike Dwyre

Farm & Flavor The 2021-2022 Farm & Flavor Guide is here! This years focus is on Stewards of the Land: Howard County's and Merry Acres Farms Horses. Read through the virtual guide to also learn all about Howard County's farms, farmers markets, and…
Celebrate Juneteenth in Howard County
Friday, June 18, 2021 9:00 AM

Each June, Juneteenth celebrations across the country mark the anniversary of African Americans’ emancipation from enslavement and honor the ratification of the 13th Amendment. while also examining the generational impact slavery continues to have on…
The Best Ice Cream and Frozen Treats in Howard County
Friday, June 11, 2021 7:00 AM

Let's face it, after this past year, we all deserve to treat ourselves with a visit to of HoCo's finest ice cream shops, creameries, and purveyors of frozen treats. Parkridge Creamery serves hand-scooped Taharka Brothers, Baltimore's famous…
Spending Time Outdoors
Thursday, March 11, 2021 1:00 PM by Mike Dwyre

It can be very beneficial for your mental and physical health to take some time to step away from the 24 hour news cycle and social media, clear your mind, and enjoy some time outdoors while taking in the beautiful spring blooms. Howard County has a…
Top Reasons to Visit in 2021
Monday, March 1, 2021 10:00 AM

As the cold dark days of winter come to an end, and the first signs of spring start to appear, many of us are itching to come out of our quarantine hibernation and reacquaint ourselves with the world. There is a lot in store for Howard County in…
Celebrate Oktoberfest in Howard County, MD
Tuesday, September 22, 2020 2:00 PM

Each year at the end of September, millions of visitors visit Munich, Germany to participate in Oktoberfest celebrations. drinking tons of beer over the course of a couple of weeks. Oktoberfest began over 200 years ago, celebrating Bavaria's Crown…
Events in Howard County this weekend!
Friday, July 24, 2020 9:00 AM by Mike Dwyre

Check out the unique things Howard County has going on this weekend! Know before you go! Please make sure you contact businesses individually before visiting as COVID-19 may have impacted their hours and operations. Howard County Restaurant Weeks &…
Dinner and a Movie
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 2:00 PM by Mike Dwyre

It just so happens that the first ever Lakefront Film Festival will be coinciding with Howard County’s Summer Restaurant Weeks! With all of these restaurants being so close to many of the film festival theaters, it's a great opportunity to have a…