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Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival

The Annual Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival: What You Need to See

It’s almost time for the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival, a long-time tradition in Howard County. This year’s festival are held at the Howard County Fairgrounds in early May. Parking and admission are free, however a $5 minimum donation is suggested each day. When you donate, you receive a collectible festival button. What to expect at the […]

Columbia Triathlon

The Columbia Triathlon: Get in Shape

The 32nd annual Columbia Triathlon is coming up Sunday, May 17, 2015 and will be held at Centennial Park in Ellicott City. This world-class, Olympic-distance race attracts athletes from around the world to compete in a beautiful yet challenging event that includes a .93-mile swim, a 25-mile bike ride and a 6.2-mile run. The Columbia […]

Blossoms of Hope

Do not miss the Blossoms of Hope Cherrybration

Usually, it’s the month of October when women are urged to “Think Pink.” However, there’s an event each April in Howard County called Blossoms of Hope that pulls double duty as an occasion to celebrate the beautiful flowering cherry trees of spring and raise awareness about breast cancer. How Blossoms of Hope began Inspired by the cherry trees that bloom […]

Ellicott City B&O Railroad Museum

Visit the Ellicott City B&O Railroad Museum

Train enthusiasts and history buffs, take note. While you’re in the area, you make sure you visit the Ellicott City B&O Railroad Museum. Ellicott City B&O Railroad Museum The Ellicott City Station is America’s oldest surviving railroad station. Step back in time as you explore the Main Depot, which was built in 1830-31 and the Freight […]

First Fridays in Ellicott City's historic downtown

Don’t Miss First Fridays in Ellicott City

A spotlight shines on locally owned shops and restaurants in historic Ellicott City during First Fridays, an event held the first Friday of each month from April to December. First Fridays began in 2010 as a way to attract more business to the historic area. The event has blossomed into a fun gathering for locals […]

US Naval Academy Tours

U.S. Naval academy tours in Annapolis

A visit to the Baltimore area is not complete without taking one of the U.S. Naval Academy tours in Annapolis. The chance to see the U.S. Naval Academy in person gives you the opportunity to experience traditions that date back to 1845 when the academy began as the Naval School with a brigade of 50 on 10 acres […]