Please visit the Community News and Programs page (http://www.hcpss.org/community-news-and-programs/) on the HCPSS website for announcements of upcoming events and programs sponsored by non-profit organizations.
Free health and safety demonstrations and resources, food and activities for all ages. Saturday, Oct. 15, 10 a.m. at the Wilde Lake Interfaith Center. Jointly sponsored by St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, and the Maryland Department of Labor.
Sign up to work as an election judge! Earn $195.00, meet new people, and participate in the American democratic process. The Judge Department, Howard County Board of Elections, 410-313-5820, dawn.sinclair@maryland.gov.
We offer volunteer opportunities for students, they must be supervised by their parent or guardian. Students receive community service hours for volunteering. We collect, sort and deliver free non-perishable groceries directly to low-income Howard County senior citizens.
To learn more about what we do, visit our website at www.foodonthe15th.org/
To volunteer, e-mail us at foodonthe15th@gmail.com
Come to one of our weekly Wednesday night meetings 7- 8:30 p.m., at Church of the Resurrection, Ellicott City. If interested, please contact Eileen Gattis at 410.740.0155 or email Eileen.gattis@gmail.com
Fall 2016 classes begin mid-October, After-School Classes – Grades 2 & 3, Evening Classes – Grades 2 – 5
Interested in joining a district wide HCPSS Alumni Association? The Bright Minds Foundation is seeking volunteers to be part of a task force to help create one. A preliminary survey and feasibility study has been completed by a team from the 2016 Howard County Leadership Essentials class and will be used as a starting off point. We will hold our first meeting on Oct. 5, 4 p.m., Department of Education building.
To participate, send your contact information to Pat Sasse at pat@brightmindsfoundation.org to receive an invitation and agenda.
Join a diverse group of teens to represent the youth of Howard County and promote programs and events at the community centers across the county. Bring your creative ideas and help develop new activities for teens. Monthly meetings focus on developing leadership, social networking and marketing skills. Earn service-learning hours at the meetings and events. Attend four or more meetings and receive a free center membership. Info: Christine Lyons, 410-313-4719 or clyons@howardcountymd.gov
Meetings are Thursdays and are open to boys in grades 1-5, Oct. 7-9 and Pack meeting Oct. 20. elkridge@gmail.com.
Sat., Oct. 8, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., bring your family, friends, and neighbors, rain or shine. For schedule of events and details, call 410-730-4610.
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (AGNR) Open House is on Sat., Oct. 8, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Central Maryland Research and Education Center – Clarksville Facility, 4240 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City, MD. For more information, visit http://agnr.umd.edu/openhouse or contact Cindy Mason at cmason@umd.edu or 301-432-2767 x350.
Sat, Oct. 8, 7:30 p.m. Jim Rouse Theatre
Young American composer Adam Schoenberg offers a 3-minute thrill ride to kick off our 39th season opener. Visit columbiaorchestra.org
Girl scout Sat., Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., University of Maryland, College Park Computer Science Instructional Center, 8169 Paint Branch Dr., College Park, MD. For more information, please contact Julia Anderson by email at jander03@umd.edu or by phone at 301-405-0315. ES, MS
The ten Villages of Columbia will sponsor a Board of Education Candidate’s Forum for the six candidates running for the Howard County Public Schools Board of Education. The forum will be held on Thurs., Oct. 13, 7 p.m., The Other Barn, Oakland Mills Community Center, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia, MD.
Sponsoring villages include Oakland Mills, Dorsey’s Search, Harpers Choice, Hickory Ridge, Kings Contrivance, Long Reach, Owen Brown, River Hill, Town Center and Wilde Lake.
For additional information please contact Sandy Cederbaum, Oakland Mills Village Manager at 410-730-4610 or manager@oaklandmills.org
Oct. 15, this day-long conference will uncover the day to day stressors and realities that threaten the stability and health of families created from Domestic and teen violence. Chisha Johnson, CEO and President of the Jacaranda Center will help answer the tough questions. To learn more or register for the workshop call 410-674-4604 or info@thejacarandacenter.org
Open every 3rd Sat. of the month, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Upcoming dates
Oct. 15; Nov. 19; Dec. 17; Jan. 21; Feb. 18; Mar. 18; Apr. 15; May 20; June17; July 15 and Aug. 19. Glenelg United Methodist Church,13900 Burntwoods Road, Glenelg, MD 410-489-7260, glenelgumcpantry@gmail.com
Piano Trio Sun., Oct. 23, 3 p.m., Wilde Lake Interfaith Center
Tickets for adults ages 18 and up are $5 each and will be sold only at the door.
Parents of school-aged children, Basics Course beginning Mon., Oct. 24, 6:30 p.m. NAMI Basics is a six-week education program for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illness that provides resources and practical insights for families. It is offered at no cost to participants. Please call 410-772-9300 to sign up.
Tues., Oct. 25, 5:30-8 p.m. at UA Snowden Square Stadium in Columbia. Get your tickets for this free event that aims to build awareness and compassion for members of our community facing mental health challenges. Choose from one of four films, each followed by a panel discussion http://bit.ly/HCMHFFfler.
Roger Carter Comm Ctr. Oct 28, 7:30-9:30 p.m.,
Show your Halloween spirit in a night filled with fun and friends. DJ, glow light sports, costume contest, indoor trick-or-treat, Xbox tournament, and more. Info: Holly Harden, 410-313-4625 or hharden@howardcountymd.gov
Choirs from five churches and the Columbia Brass Quintet will join forces at a Benefit Concert on Sun., Oct. 30 at 3 p.m., Glen Mar United Methodist Church, 4701 New Cut Road in Ellicott City. The event will benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be no charge, but a free-will offering will be taken. For more information, call 410-531-2324 or 410-796-0290.
All proceeds go to Ellicott City Flood Relief, Sun, Oct. 30, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Cedar Lane Park, 5081 Cedar Lane East Area, Columbia, MD.
Family friendly fall event with baked goods, basket raffles, select vendors, and much more.
Fall Jump Rope Workshop- Kangaroo Kids
Gary J. Arthur Community Center • 2400 Route 97 • Cooksville, MD
<a data-cke-saved-href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-ellicott-city-flood-relief-trot-or-trea... href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-ellicott-city-flood-relief-trot-or-trea... target="_blank>Learn more</a></p> <h2>Acclaimed Poet and Translator-Howard County Poetry & Literature Society</h2> <p>Sun.,<strong> Oct. 30</strong>, 4 p.m., Monteabaro Recital Hall, Howard County Poetry & Literature Society</p> <ul> <li>Contact phone number – 443-518-4568</li> <li>Contact email address – <a href=" mailto:hocopolitso@yahoo.com"="">Register online for $45 by October 14th ($55 after 10/14) at tshq.bluesombrero.com/kangarookids
Questions? Contact kkidsregistrar@gmail.com
Roger Carter Community Center, Nov 5, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Strengthen your drawing skills as you focus on different media including graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, pastels and watercolor pencils. Techniques include modeling, color transitions, gesture style, blending and wet-on-dry. Materials are provided but you are encouraged to bring a sketchbook. (No class 11/26.) Info: William Banks, 410-313-4609 or wbanks@howardcountymd.gov
Beginners and up, learn from professional rock musicians while enhancing memory, self-expression, creativity and self-confidence. Focus on instrument play, music theory and technique. Bring your guitar/bass. Drums are available for use during class. Vocal classes include warm-up/warm-down exercises, proper breathing techniques and singing lessons to help you learn how to properly use your voice when singing. William Banks, 410-313-4609 or wbanks@howardcountymd.gov
Grades 6-8, Roger Carter Community Center, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon., Nov. 7
School is closed! Have fun and make new friends in this program created just for middle schoolers. Dress appropriately for the weather as some activities may be held outside. Info: Jennene Blakely, 410-313-1693 or jlblakely@howardcountymd.gov
This event will consist of a workshop by the Maryland Higher Education Commission covering State and federal financial aid. Oct 13, 2016 6-8 pm. Location: Archbishop Carroll High School, 4300 Harewood Rd NE, Washington, DC 20017