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SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR
FYI...
Events listed here are sponsored by the Howard County Government agencies.
This listing is provided by the Office of Public Information.
NOVEMBER 2009
DECEMBER 2009
APRIL 2010
NOVEMBER 2009
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Turkey Trot Fun Walk/Run Join the Department of Recreation & Park for a crisp early morning 1-mile fun walk/run. All walkers and runners who compete the fun walk/run will be entered into a prize drawing for a gift card that can be used towards your family's Thanksgiving turkey. Three winners will be chosen. This event will be held rain or shine. Cost is $6 per person. For registration and/or additional information, call 410-313-4840 Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Rt. 97, Cooksville / 8 am / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
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Howard County Double Cross - HoCo2xCx The fast-growing and wildly entertaining combination of on and off road bicycle racing returns to Howard County. Howard County Double Cross features two days of cyclecross races for men, women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities, including a free "Lil' Belgains" kids' fun race for ages 10 and under. Spectate for free as elite, national-caliber racers compete for a total purse of over $2,000 and series points in race Nos. 7 and 8 of the 9-race MABRAcross Series, which spans Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. Annual USA Cycling license required for Category 1, 2 and 3 riders. One-day licenses available for Category 4, junior and master riders. Hosted by Howard County Recreation & Parks, C3-Sollay.com and Team BBC. Cost: $25 for Elites, $20 for Seniors and Masters, $10 for Juniors and Kids are free. For more information visit www.HoCo2xCx. Schooley Mill Park, 12975 Hall Shop Rd, Highland / 9 am to 4 pm / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
Holiday Vendor Fair Jump start your holiday shopping at the 3rd Annual Holiday Vendor Fair. Residents will be sure to find unique gifts and home decor at this event. Must be 18 years or older. For vendors, cost is $20 per space. For registration or additional information call 410-313-4840. Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Rt. 97, Cooksville / 10 am to 1 pm / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
Saturday Night at the Movies - "Confessions of a Shopaholic" Join the Department of Recreation & Parks for an evening filled with drama, excitement and action at the Glenwood Community Center, where a movie will be shown in their comfy movie lounge. Tickets cost $2 per movie ticket and include popcorn and a drink. Pre-registration is preferred. For ages 5 and up; all movies are rated PG. Fore registration or additional information call 410-313-4840. Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Rt. 97, Cooksville / 7 to 9 pm / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
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Howard County Double Cross - HoCo2xCx The fast-growing and wildly entertaining combination of on and off road bicycle racing returns to Howard County. Howard County Double Cross features two days of cyclecross races for men, women, boys and girls of all ages and abilities, including a free "Lil' Belgains" kids' fun race for ages 10 and under. Spectate for free as elite, national-caliber racers compete for a total purse of over $2,000 and series points in race Nos. 7 and 8 of the 9-race MABRAcross Series, which spans Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. Annual USA Cycling license required for Category 1, 2 and 3 riders. One-day licenses available for Category 4, junior and master riders. Hosted by Howard County Recreation & Parks, C3-Sollay.com and Team BBC. Cost: $25 for Elites, $20 for Seniors and Masters, $10 for Juniors and Kids are free. For more information visit www.HoCo2xCx. Rockburn, 6105 Rockburn Branch Park Road, Elkridge / 9 am to 4 pm / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
DECEMBER 2009
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Holiday Mart NOTE: Location Change This 37-year-old craft event features unique and unusual juried works presented by over 125 craftspersons. Discerning shoppers know this is the place to find unique handcrafted items and home decor. You're sure to find something for everyone on your list and don't forget yourself. Lunch and snacks will be available for purchase. Entrance cost: age 3-12 is $1 and age 13 and older is $4. For more information, contact Heahter Sites at 410-313-4622. Glenwood Community Center, 2700 Rt. 97, Cooksville / 10 am to 5 pm / Contact: Dept. of Recreation & Parks, 410-313-4700
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Howard County Government Furlough Days All County Government offices, senior centers, county parks and Recreation & Park centers will be closed from December 28 through December 31 as part of the County’s furlough days. Recreation & Park centers include the Glenwood Community Center, Roger Carter Recreation Center, Kiwanis-Wallis Recreation Center and Meadowbrook Facilities. Regular trash and recycling collection services will be in effect and the landfill will be open. Howard Transit will be operating on a holiday schedule; please call 1-800-270-9553 for the holiday schedule. The Libraries will be closed only on Thursday, December 31. All parking regulations and fees will be in effect. The 9-1-1 Center, Police and Fire departments remain staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For emergencies, call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies, please call 410-313-2200. Contact: Office of Public Information, (410) 313-2022
APRIL 2010
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GreenFest 2010 Stay tuned fore more information or visit GreenFest online at www.howardcountymd.gov/OES/GreenFest.htm. Howard Community College, Burrill Galleria, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia / 10 am to 4 pm / Contact: Dept. of Planning & Zoning, Lindsay (Leiterman) DeMarzo, 410-313-2350
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