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Looking for a special spot for brunch in HoCo? It can be hard to choose with so many great dining options, so we've rounded up some of our favorite brunch spots. Discover spots to find a the brunch menu item you're looking for, from breakfast staples…

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…

Regardless of who you’re rooting for, this year’s BIG game will be exciting. If you’re looking for something to do, Howard County has you covered. You'll find some of Maryland’s best local breweries and bars, with enough variety to cover everyone’s…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 &…