Howard Life 2009 - (Page 10) Kenneth Losurdo, Jr. Kayak at Lake Kittamuquandi, go fishing at the Patapsco River, or enjoy family friendly events in Columbia. 50+EXPO Each October at Wilde Lake High School in Columbia, the Howard County Office on Aging presents this not-to-be-missed event that features fun activities and includes more than 140 exhibitors. Free parking is located at The Mall in Columbia with shuttle service to and from the main entrance of the event. For a listing of programs and exhibitors, visit www.co.ho.md.us/OA/aging_seniorctrs.htm or call 410-313-6410. Free Wii This 55 and older Wii club, facilitated by Howard County Department of Recreation & Parks, offers the first game free. The club meets on Tuesdays from 10-11a.m. at the Bain Center in Columbia. For additional information, call 410-3136410 or visit www.howardcountymd.gov/rap/. 55 And Better Howard County Public Library The library system offers a wide variety of free activities, classes, seminars and workshops for all age groups. For additional information, visit www.hclibrary.org or call 410-313-7890. What’s In A Name: The Origin of Place Names in Columbia This intriguing lecture sheds light on and examines the origin of Columbia’s unusual street and place names. “What’s In A Name” is hosted by Columbia Archives and occurs every few months. For dates and location or additional information, or call 410-715-3103. Programs Lilley Family Howard County Center for the Arts The Howard County Center for the Arts in Ellicott City is a multi-purpose community arts facility that features two professional galleries, an intimate black box theater, classrooms, a dance studio and individual artists’ studios. While programs have some fees, the center is open to the public and features several free annual gallery exhibits. For additional information, visit www.hocoarts.org or call 410-313-2787. The Rouse Company Foundation Art Gallery This gallery, located in the lobby of the Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at Howard Community College in Columbia, is devoted to bringing a diverse range of quality exhibits to Howard County. Visit www.howardcc.edu for hours and current exhibit information. Art & Culture Spa, Pool & Patio Show Go just for fun or get serious about planning your own backyard paradise. This event, held every June at the Howard County Fairgrounds, brings all the latest spa and patio offerings to one convenient location. Parking and admission are free. For additional information, visit www.spasarefun.com. Wine & Microbrew Tastings Sample fine wines and microbrews from various regions while chatting with the experts at these and many more retailers: Decanter Fine Wines, 410-531-6663, 6420 Freetown Road #170, Columbia; Columbia Liquors, 410-997-8151, 10400 Shaker Drive, Columbia; i.m. Wine, 240456-0330, 8180 Maple Lawn Boulevard, Fulton; Enchanted Forest Wine & Spirits, 10010 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City. 10 howardLIFE For Mom & Dad Columbia Art Center Located in the Long Reach Village Center, Columbia Art Center Gallery exhibitions and artist receptions are always free and open to the public. The Art Center also offers a lineup of free lectures and programs. For additional information, visit www.columbiaartcenter.org or call 410-730-0075. Columbia Festival of the Arts LakeFest Weekend This signature event has taken place on Columbia’s Lakefront for more than 20 years. Columbia Festival of the Arts presents a host of top-flight artists and performers for two weeks every June. While many of the events require tickets, the opening LakeFest weekend is a free event featuring popular live bands, artists and vendors, a sidewalk chalk drawing contest and the ever-popular cardboard Boat Float. For additional information, visit www.columbia festival.org or call 410-715-3044. A Dog’s Day in Ellicott City This pet friendly event in Historic Ellicott City is usually held on a Sunday in early June. Fun for the entire family includes a pet parade, contests, pet adoptions, sidewalk sales, arts and crafts activities and more. There are prizes to be won. For additional information, visit The Yuppy Puppy Pet Boutique, LLC, at www.theyuppypuppypetboutique.com or call 410-750-9663. Dog Day Afternoon Columbia residents and their four-legged friends are invited to an afternoon of games, treats and entertaining activities. Area pet vendors will be on hand to supply information on keeping your pets healthy and happy. The event is scheduled for April 18, 2009; location is to be determined. For additional information, visit www.columbia assoication.com or call 410-715-3171. Pets Ray Hoffman http://www.hclibrary.org http://www.hocoarts.org http://www.co.ho.md.us/OA/aging_seniorctrs.htm http://www.howardcc.edu http://www.howardcountymd.gov/rap/ http://www.columbiaartcenter.org http://www.spasarefun.com http://www.theyuppypuppypetboutique.com http://www.columbiafestival.org http://www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.columbiaassociation.com http://www.columbiafestival.org
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