CALENDAR OF EVENTS

November 2008

Ongoing
Community Yoga Classes for Everyone!
Whether you are new to yoga or a yoga pro, these classes are for you! We offer both Hatha based and Kundalini community classes.
Mondays at 6:00pm- Hatha Yoga Community Class
Thursdays at 7:45pm- Kundalini Yoga Community Class
Fridays at 11:00am- Women's Yoga Community Class
The suggested donation is $10. Pay more or less depending on your budget. The Well. Community Space for Yoga and the Healing Arts. 410-418-8944, www.EllicottCityWellness.com

June - November 2, 2008
Road to Rails Exhibit
Experience the story of our Nation's drive to improve travel from the horse drawn wagons of the National Road to the steam engines of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. B&O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station, 410-461-1945, www.ecborail.org

May through November 2008
Howard County Farmer's Markets
East Columbia Library Branch: Thursdays May 1st through November 20th from 3 til 6pm

Late July through November
Matt's Cookies for Cancer
A nonprofit fundraising effort in which I will be baking cookies for sale (tax deductible) from late July to early November. They're delicious! 410-489-4959, matthewbeck123@yahoo.com

November 1, 2008
Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City
Join us for a guided tour through one of the most actively haunted towns on the east coast. Our guides recount tales of recent paranormal events at many locations in the Ellicott City Historic District; so many in fact that we now offer two independent tours, "Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City" Ghost Tour Part I & II! Friday and Saturday, April through November at 8:30pm. Reservations strongly recommended. 410-313-1900/1-800-288-8747, www.howardcountymd.gov/HCT/HCT_GhostTours.htm

November 1 & 2, 2008
Last Weekend of the Season
This is our last weekend of the season so stock up on jams, jellies, and salsas for Christmas gifts! Get some fresh cider for the holidays - it freezes great! Say goodbye to our farm animals! 10am to 5 pm, Sharp's at Waterford Farm, 410-489-2572, www.sharpfarm.com

November 1 & 2, 2008
Pumpkin Chucking Weekend
In the spirit of the season, let's have some special fun with pumpkins! We have specially-designed catapult that will launch your pumpkin across the farm. Bring your own pumpkin and let's see how far it will go! Clark's Elioak Farm, 410-730-4049, www.clarklandfarm.com

November 4, 2008
Thrifty Tuesday
All aboard! The B&O offers half price admission for all visitors the first Tuesday of every month! 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, B&O - Baltimore Station, 410-752-2490, www.borail.org

November 6, 2008
Winter Ale Beer Release
Enjoy $4 pints (includes commemerative glassware) and $1 refills. 4-6pm at the Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill, 301-604-3454, www.ramsheadtavern.com/savage

November 6, 2008
Family Fun Day
Kidsinger Jim
Thursday mornings are very special at the Mall in Columbia as families enjoy lively children's entertainment! Lord & Taylor lower court, 10:00-11:00am, free and open to the public, 410-730-3300, www.themallincolumbia.com

November 7, 2008
Tersiguel's French Wine Society Hunter & Gatherer's Dinner
Join us for a Fall Chef's Menu & Wine pairing. Wine speaker tbd. $75 per person plus tax & gratuitity, 6:30pm at Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant, 410-465-4004, www.tersiguels.com

November 7 & 8, 2008
Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City
Join us for a guided tour through one of the most actively haunted towns on the east coast. Our guides recount tales of recent paranormal events at many locations in the Ellicott City Historic District; so many in fact that we now offer two independent tours, "Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City" Ghost Tour Part I & II! Friday and Saturday, April through November at 8:30pm. Reservations strongly recommended. 410-313-1900/1-800-288-8747, www.howardcountymd.gov/HCT/HCT_GhostTours.htm

November 8, 2008
Columbia Orchestra Young People's Concert
The Columbia Orchestra presents its annual Young People's Concert, featuring Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf. Don't miss the Musical Instrument Petting Zoo from 1:30 - 3:00pm. 12:30 & 3:00pm at the Jim Rouse Theatre. 410-465-8777, www.columbiaorchestra.org

November 8, 2008
Los Angeles Piano Quartet
8pm, Candlelight Concert Society, 443-367-3122, www.candlelightconcerts.org

November 8-9, 2008
Veterans Day Weekend at the B&O - Baltimore Station
Salute the military and veterans at the B&O! Join us for special living history presentations by members of the 4th Infantry Division Military Police Unit and on our WWII Troop Sleeper. Vintage military vehicles will also be on display. Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 11 am to 4 pm, 410-752-2490, www.borail.org

November 9, 2008
Victorian Tea at Mt. Ida
Mt. Ida can be a perfect mother/daughter or best (adult) friend tea. What better way to spend an afternoon with family, friends or your club or organization. We can design a program to meet the needs of your group. This is a great way to learn about Women in History, explore Mt. Ida and the Patapsco Female Institute (weather permitting), participate in and learn about Victorian Parlor Games. Three sweets, three savories and tea will be served to you and your guests by docents in period attire. Come and find out what the Patapsco Female Institute is all about. For additional information and to schedule your tea, call 410-465-8500.

November 11, 2008
What's in a Name?
Columbia's street names are unusual, but there is a good explanation. Learn more about the origin of the names and stories surrounding them with the authors of "Oh You Must Live in Columbia: The Origins of Place Names in Columbia, MD." Columbia Association, 7pm til 9pm at Linden Hall, 410-715-3104, www.columbiacalendar.org

November 13, 2008
Full Moon Ghost Tour
Will you encounter one of our legendary spirits, meet up with our newest hanuter or simply have a pleasant, informative stroll in the Historic District? Come out and see if the "Lunar Effect" is really afoot! Our Full Moon tours begin at 9:00pm, reservations are required and space is limited. 410-313-1900, www.VisitHowardCounty.com

November 13, 2008
Family Fun Day
Storytime & Sing-a-long with Miss Julie
Thursday mornings are very special at the Mall in Columbia as families enjoy lively children's entertainment! Lord & Taylor lower court, 10:00-11:00am, free and open to the public, 410-730-3300, www.themallincolumbia.com

November 13, 2008
Freestyle
Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks is opening Freestyle, a new teen drop-in center at Ridgely's Run Community Center, 8400 Mission Road, Jessup. The center, designed by teens, for teens, will offer a choice of hanging out with friends, playing basketball and video games, listening to music, having a snack at the Snack Shop and other activities. The center will be open from 6pm to 9:30pm August 7, August 21, September 11, September 25, October 16, October 30, November 13, and December 4th. The cost $5. Registration is not required. For more details contact Danielle Bassett at 410-313-1693, www.co.ho.md.us/Rap/

November 14 & 15, 2008
Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City
Join us for a guided tour through one of the most actively haunted towns on the east coast. Our guides recount tales of recent paranormal events at many locations in the Ellicott City Historic District; so many in fact that we now offer two independent tours, "Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City" Ghost Tour Part I & II! Friday and Saturday, April through November at 8:30pm. Reservations strongly recommended. 410-313-1900/1-800-288-8747, www.howardcountymd.gov/HCT/HCT_GhostTours.htm

November 15, 2008
REPartee
A Rep Stage Celebration
and tribute to founder Valerie Lash
The celebration kicks off with a pre-show and hor d'oeuvres, carving station, vegetarian selection, fine wines and the chance to bid on some fabulous packages during a live auction. Then, Bruce Nelson and Michael Stebbins host first-class entertainment and special guest stars celebrating Rep Stage and founder Valerie Lash. The REPartee concludes with music, desserts, wine and coffee in the Horowitz Center Lobby. For tickets information, contact 410-772-4900, or www.repstage.org. Seats are limited, so buy your tickets today!

November 15, 2008
Tai Sophia Open House
Distinct from other schools, Tai Sophia Institute delivers academic excellence with a focus on the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit. We invite you to learn more about our graduate degree programs in Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, and Applied Healing Arts. 9:30-12:30, Please RSVP to 410-888-9048x6647, www.tai.edu

November 15, 2008
Family Clean-up Day at the Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park
Spend the morning in the great outdoors sprucing up the grounds of this once famous 19th century girls school. 9am until noon, ages 6 and up, www.co.ho.md.us/RAP/rap_volunteer.htm

November 15, 2008
Tree Planting
Tree planting along Deep Run in Arbutus. Meeting location to be announced. Patapsco Heritage Greenway, 410-480-0824, www.patapscoheritagegreenway.org

November 16, 2008
Hayes Greenfield's Jazz-A-Ma-Tazz
The Candlelight Concert Society's Family Series presents this fun, interactive, educational program for all kids ages 3 to 104. Check him out at www.hayesgreenfield.com. For tickets, information and group sales, contact 410-997-2324 or www.candlelightconcerts.org

November 20, 2008
Le Beaujolais Nouveau
It est arrive! Celebrate the coming of the new wine! Five course chef's menu & entertainment. $75 per person plus beverages, tax and gratuitity. 6:30pm at Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant, 410-465-4004, www.tersiguels.com

November 20, 2008
Family Fun Day
Milkshake & Santa's Arrival
Thursday mornings are very special at the Mall in Columbia as families enjoy lively children's entertainment! Lord & Taylor lower court, 10:00-11:00am, free and open to the public, 410-730-3300, www.themallincolumbia.com

November 21 & 22, 2008
Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City
Join us for a guided tour through one of the most actively haunted towns on the east coast. Our guides recount tales of recent paranormal events at many locations in the Ellicott City Historic District; so many in fact that we now offer two independent tours, "Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City" Ghost Tour Part I & II! Friday and Saturday, April through November at 8:30pm. Reservations strongly recommended. 410-313-1900/1-800-288-8747, www.howardcountymd.gov/HCT/HCT_GhostTours.htm

November 21, 2008
Candlelight Evening
Enjoy a special evening of music, history and refreshments at the historic sites of Ellicott City. Sites throughout the town will be open from 7-10 pm. B&O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station, 410-461-1945, www.ecborail.org

November 22 & 23, 2008
Holiday Magic at the Mill
Where HOLIDAY FUN (and shopping) begins! Games all day, art workshops, oil painting demo, quick portrait sketches, artists of the Mill Art Walk, reception for George Marks - "Prey," preservation & restoration display & talk, lectures fashion, style and beauty tips, massage demonstrations, complimentary antique appraisals, make & take earrings, coloring contest for kids, Santa in the New Weave building, pet photos w/ Santa, strolling magician, puppet show, beer & wine tastings, Sunday jazz brunch. Historic Savage Mill, 1-800-788-6455. Visit www.savagemill.com for complete schedule of events.

November 22 & 23, 2008
Dazzle Dash
Each year, Symphony of Light opens with the exciting Dazzle Dash, a two day festival where participants have the unique opportunity to take in the lights on foot. 410-740-7840, www.hcgh.org

November 24, 2008 - January 4, 2009
The 15th Annual Symphony of Lights
The Symphony of Lights, a spectacular display of more than 70 larger than life, animated and stationary light creations, is a holiday tradition. All proceeds benefit Maternal Child Services of Howard County General Hospital. 410-740-7840, www.hcgh.org

November 26, 2008
Thanksgiving Mass
A time to be grateful and thankful. Join the Friars at Eucharist and later at table, as we break bread and give God thanks. Shrine of St. Anthony, 7:30 pm, 410-531-2800, www.shrineofstanthony.org

November 27, 2008
Thanksgiving at Tersiguels
Don't want to cook all day & then clean all night? Give thanks with us. Offering limited a la carte & traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Reservations required. 11:30-7:30 at Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant, 410-465-4004, www.tersiguels.com

November 28-30, 2008
Here Comes Victorian Santa!
See what Santa wore in the days of yore!
B&O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station, 410-461-1945, www.ecborail.org

November 28, 2008
Black Friday Sale
Annual Sale day at AAA Antiques Mall. Everything in the store is discounted at least 10% unless marked firm by dealer. The mall will be open for great bargins from 10 am to midnight. AAA Antiques Mall, 301-483-0047, www.aaaantiquesmallmd.com

November 28, 2008 through January 25, 2009
Holiday Festival of Trains
Holiday celebration of toy trains and model railroading including this year's new O-gauge layout in the car house, the Museum's permanent HO-gauge layout in the freight house, and N-gauge layout, and Thomas the Tank Engine! B&O Railroad Museum: Ellicott City Station, 410-461-1945, www.ecborail.org

November 28 through December 30, 2008
Holiday Festival of Trains at the B&O - Baltimore Station
Holiday celebration of toy trains and model railroading layouts begining with the arrival of Santa by locomotive on November 28. The festival features many different layouts including the museum's "HO" model train layout in the C&O #725 passenger car and the outdoor "G" scale layout. Children can visit Santa on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the festival. 410-752-2490, www.borail.org

November 29, 2008
Menachem Pressler, Pianist
8pm, Candlelight Concert Society, 443-367-3122, www.candlelightconcerts.org