Community Corner
Easter Weekend Events in Elkridge, Howard County
Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend. Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up.
To submit an event in the Patch events calendar, click on “Events” at the top of the page and then click on the green "Add an event" button on the right side of the page.
Pancake Breakfast
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- Where: 5585 Levering Ave, Elkridge
- When: March 23, 2013, 7:00 am
- Description: Bring your appetite - it's Howard Lodge #101's pancake breakfast
- Cost: $7.00 adults $3.00 for ages 6to 12 Free for 5 and under
Sweet 16 Chocolate Ball
- Where: Turf Valley Resort, 2700 Turf Valley Rd, Ellicott City
- When: Saturday, March 23, 2013, 7:00 pm
- Description: The benefit for The Arc of Howard County includes a silent auction, dinner, dancing and entertainment by Oracle. And, of course, extravagant desserts created by the area’s best chefs and caterers.
- Cost: $250
16th Annual Celebration of the Arts in Howard County Gala
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- Where: Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center
- When: Saturday, March 23, 2013, 6:00 p.m.
- Description: A silent auction of works by local artists, delectable culinary offerings from area restaurants, and an evening of wonderful performances culminating in the presentation of the awe-inspiring Rising Star Competition and the 2012 Howie Awards.
- Cost: $50.00
Kids Nearly New Spring & Summer Sale I
- Where: 2210 Fairgrounds Rd, West Friendship
- When: Friday, March 22, Saturday, March 23, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Description: 140 booths filled with families selling their
kids stuff. From NB-teen sizes. Clothing, shoes, bathing
suits, Holiday outfits, toys, games, books, decorations,
furniture/equipment..etc. - Cost: Free
Baltimore Humane Society Black Tie & Tails Gala
- Where: 304 International Cir, Cockeysville
- When: Saturday, March 23, 7 p.m.
- Description: All funds from Black Tie and Tails support the care of animals at our no-kill shelter.
- Cost: $125
Beyond Fossil Fuels: Energy Solutions for You and Your Community
- Where: Health Science Building Lecture Hall - Room 150, Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia
- When: Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m.
- Description: Participants are invited to an event which teaches about energy efficiency and clean energy sources including geothermal, wind and more.
- Cost: Free
Celebrate Maryland Day at Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum
- Where: Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum, 300 Oella Ave, Catonsville
- When: Saturday, March 23, 10 a.m.
- Description: Marylanders are invited to Celebrate Maryland Day at the birthplace of Benjmain Banneker. Family-friendly activities available all day long.
- Cost: Free
Spring Egg Hunt
- Where: 2400 Route 97, Cooksville
- When: Saturday, March 23, 2 p.m.
- Description: Kids are invited to bring their baskets and collect eggs. Games, prizes and crafts also available. Preregistration required, space is limited.
- Cost: $7
Atholton High School Bull Roast
- Where: Ten Oaks Ballroom, 5000 Signal Bell Ln, Clarksville
- When: Friday, March 22, 7:30 p.m.
- Description: Adult-only event will feature silent and live auctions, casino games and raffles. The fundraiser benefits all athletics at Atholton.
- Cost: $50
Training 5K & Benefit The Red Devils Breast Cancer Cause
- Where: 10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia
- When: Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m.
- Description: 12 weeks with like-minded folks, directed by experienced and motivational running coaches. “Training with The Devils” starts Saturday, March 23 - June 1 at locations in Bel Air, Columbia, Pikesville and Timonium and Sundays starting March 24 - June 2 in Towson and Phoenix.
- Cost: $10