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HOWARD COUNTY NOTES
FREE COMMUNITY PICNIC featuring the Browningsville Band July 4th, 2026. Free Dinner at 5pm with band performing at 6:30 pm. Poplar Springs United Methodist Church, 915 Watersville Rd., Mt. Airy, MD 21771.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH July 13-17, 9 am - 12 noon, a week of Bible stories, crafts, games, snacks, music and learning about God’s love. We welcome everyone 4 years through 5th grade, 3 year olds are welcome as long as accompanied by an adult. Contact the church to register by calling 410-489-5280 or online at http://www.CalvaryLutheranMD.net/VBS. All are welcome. Calvary is located at the Woodbine exit off I-70 on Old Frederick Rd.
TRAIN - DROPS OF JUPITER: 25 YEAR IN THE ATMOSPHERE Friday, July 17, 2026. Gates open: 5:15pm, Show: 6:45pm. Merriweather Post Pavillion, 10475 LIttle Patuxent Pkw, Columbia, MD. 410-715-5550.
WHISPERING WINDS POWWOW AT THE HOWARD CO FAIRGROUNDS July 18 10am-6pm, July 19 10am-5pm, Grand Entry at Noon. The public is welcome! American Indian dancers and singers welcome, arts & crafts, American Indian food available, and much more. Adult $15, children $8 per day. For more info, contact Barry Richardson 252-578-1652, now-cdcbarry@coastalnet.com.
HOWARD CHAPTER 20 MASONIC LODGE BINGO July 19, 2026, 1-4pm, $30. 5585 Levering Ave, Elkridge, MD. 410-960-8900
ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH IN FULTON IS CALLING ALL KIDS ages 3 through 12 years to come to Vacation Bible School, July 20-24, 2026. Our Irish Adventure, “Emerald Crossing” will be led by an Irish Lamb named Mya who will show us that the Lord Is Our Shepherd. Join us for a FREE light family dinner at 5:15 pm before our VBS program begins each night at 6:00 pm. The program ends at 7:45 pm. For a sneak preview and registration, visit https://stpaulslutheran.info . Registration is $25per child. The cost will cap at two children, so any child after the second is FREE. For more information contact Pastor James FitzGerald, 301-725-0241, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 11795 Route 216, Fulton, MD 20759.
RUMMAGE SALE AT ST. ANDREWS CHURCH IN GLENWOOD, Sat, Sept 26, 8am-2pm, rain or shine. St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 2892 Route 97, Glenwood, MD 21738. Large variety of items for sale: plants, bulbs, books, art, jewelry, collectibles, kitchenware, antiques, tools, toys, Christmas decorations, and much more! Coffee and baked goods for sale.
WHEELS PLUS MEALS FOOD TRUCK NIGHTS Food truck night held at Linden Linthicum United Methodist Church in Clarksville, Md! Each week we have a rotating schedule of food trucks with all different types of cuisines. The event is held every THURSDAY to the end of October from 5-8pm. Linden Linthicum United Methodist Church, 12101 Linden Linthicum Ln, Clarksville, MD 21029.
AMERICA250 EXHIBIT AT THE MUSEUM OF HOWARD COUNTY HISTORY A Place Between: Building a Nation from the Patapsco Valley explores how the landscapes, people, and ideals of our own region helped shape the American story. Through Dec 20, 2026. Museum open Saturdays-Sundays, 1-5pm with free admission. Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
BABY PLAY PARTNERS AT THE HOWARD COUNTY LIBRARY Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Free ticket required. Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime. Free tickets will be available at the Children’s Desk 15 minutes before class. Class capacity will determine the availability of tickets. Find times and locations at https://howardcounty.librarycalendar.com/
CARROLL COUNTY NOTES
NEW WINDSOR FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILIARY BIG MONEY BINGO July 18, 2026. 101 High St, New Windsor, MD. Dinner, dessert, and drinks included. $60 in advance, $70 at door. For information or to reserve a space, call or text 443-677-2166 or 443-487-1278.
EBENEZER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Ebenezer United Methodist Church will hold Vacation Bible School for children
ages 3 years through fifth grade July 20-24, 2026, at the church, 4901 Woodbine Road, Winfield. Childrenճ activities are from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. A child-friendly dinner for kids and adults will be provided at 5:30pm nightly. This yearճ theme will be ғnowball Mountain Challenge.ӠActivities will include Bible stories, art projects, singing new songs, games and snacks. An adult Bible study on the VBS topic will be offered each day at the same time. Both programs are free and open to the community. Donations for dinner are welcome but not required. Advance registration is requested. Sign-up for children and adults may be done at https://www.myvbs.org/eumc2026.
Information: church office, 410-795-6136 or eumcwinfield@gmail.com.NEW WINDSOR FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILIARY YARD SALE August 29, 2026, 8am-2pm. 101 High St, New Windsor, MD, at the carnival grounds. $10 for 12ո12ՠoutside space, $15 for covered space. Call only 410-635-2909 and leave message, or text 443-605-8083 for information.
MONDAYS IN MT. AIRY WEEKLY FOOD TRUCK EVENT Mondays in Mount Airy is a weekly food truck event running from 4 to 8 p.m. on Mondays in the Railyard (3 N. Main St.). This community event is designed to support locally owned and operated food trucks as well as the businesses along Downtown Main Street. Running every Monday until Sept. 28, Mondays in Mount Airy features a variety of menu options with different food trucks participating every week. There will be no event on Memorial Day (May 25) and Labor Day (Sept. 7).
CARROLL COUNTY FARMERS MARKETS Carroll County is home to thousands of acres of farmland. Its rolling pastures and open fields provide idyllic scenery and bring a whole new meaning to the phrase “from farm to table.” Farmers Markets throughout the county offer the best in locally grown produce, fresh eggs, meats, baked goods, flowers, crafts and more. Find times and locations at www.carrollcountyfarmersmarket.com.
CARROLL COUNTY AGRITOURISM PASSPORT 2026 Get ready for adventure with the Carroll County 2026 Agritourism Passport! From June through October, explore more than 25 local farms and agricultural events-eat, play, learn, and support Carroll’s agricultural community along the way. Pick up a Passport at any participating location or-new this year-join the fun digitally through the Let’s Rallie app. Each stop you visit earns you entries to win exciting prizes! Learn more at: https://carrollgrown.org/agritourism-passport-2026/
CARROLL COUNTY COIN CLUB COIN SHOW October 31, 9am-3:30pm, Best Western Conference Center, 451 WMC Drive
Westminster, Maryland.UNION MILLS HOMESTEAD CHRISTKINDMARKT November 21, 10-4pm, $5. Union Mills Homestead, 3311 Littlestown Pike Westminster, MD. Come and join us for a German-style Christmas market. Food and drinks will be available to purchase, along with a variety of hand-crafted and unique gifts from vendors in the Grist Mill and Tannery. Our gift shop will be open for your holiday shopping as will the blacksmith and woodworking shops. A portion of the historic Homestead will be decorated and open for you to visit. Parking is onsite, $5 per vehicle. Buses are extra, please call for details! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season at Union Mills, celebrating our German heritage!
NEW WINDSOR FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILIARY HOLIDAY BAZAAR Saturday, November 21, 8am-2pm. 101 High St, New Windsor, MD, at the fire department social hall. Visit Santa and his Elves at the Holiday Bazaar. Enjoy shopping for a wide variety of crafts and homemade items. Breakfast and lunch served by the New Window Auxiliary.
GAMBER & COMMUNITY FIRE CO. WEEKLY BINGO Join us each week for BINGO! Doors open at 5, regular games start at 7pm. Specials, pull tabs and food available for purchase. Every Tuesday, Gamber & Community Fire Company, 3838 Niner Rd, Finksburg, MD.
ROCK OF HELP FOOD PANTRY Ebenezer United Methodist Church will hold the "Rock of Help" Food Pantry for residents in need of food from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at the food pantry building behind the church, 4901 Woodbine Road, near Winfield. Nonperishable food, assorted frozen foods, a non-food household item and children's shoes are available. The food pantry is drive-through only. Church staff will put pre-loaded bags of food in your car. The food pantry will be held Saturday July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21 and Dec. 19, 2026. The church is one-half mile south of Liberty Road on Woodbine Road. Information: Church office, 410-795-6136 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday; e-mail eumcwinfield@gmail.com; or www.ebenezerumchurch.org.
FREDERICK COUNTY NOTES
RAYS OF VIOLET AT ROCKWELL BREWERY Join us 7/3/26 at 7:30pm for the Premier Grateful Dead cover band. You get rock, blues, reggae, jam band, country, jazz - all rolled up into an epic musical journey that you are going to love! Experience new cocktails, new beers, new friends, new vibes, and loads of awesome music!! Buy your tickets in advance to make sure you have a spot. $10 per person. info@rockwellbrewery.com, 240-575-9755.
FOUNDATIONS OF FREDERICK HISTORY WALKING TOUR Experience the history and beauty of downtown as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick, Maryland. Tour starts at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701, Length: 90 minutes. July 4, 10:30am - 12pm. We highly suggest purchasing your walking tour tickets ahead of time, as spots can sell out quickly! $12 per person, Seniors $10, Children $8. outreach@frederickhistory.org. frederickhistory.org/programs-and-events/walking-tours
FREDERICK 4TH: AN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Celebrate the largest Independence Day celebration in Frederick County with two stages of entertainment alongside family-friendly rides and amusements, food trucks, beer gardens, and a dazzling fireworks show! Free. 12pm-9pm. Baker Park, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick, MD 21701.
FREDERICK COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION MEMBER EXHIBITION May 25-July 10, 2026. The Hodson Gallery, Tatem Arts Center, Hood College, 401 Rosemont Ave, Frederick, MD 21701. Learn more at fcaa.wildapricot.org/event-6679070.
GRACE ROCKY HILL LUTHERAN CHURCH STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Saturday, August 1 featuring 5.5 Men. Food starts 3pm, music starts 3:30pm. Delicious fried chicken platters, sandwiches, soups, baked goods, ice cream with strawberries, and more. Yard sale building will be open. Games. Free admission. 10825 Coppermine Road, Woodsboro, 301-845-6733, gracerockyhilllutheran.com.
PROSPECT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH YARD SALE Saturday August 1st, 8:30am-12pm on church grounds. 5923 Woodville Road, Mt. Airy, MD 21771. Vendors welcome, spaces available for $15 if you bring your own table, $20 if we provide the table. Light lunch and baked goods will be available for purchase. Call the church office at (301) 829-9244 to reserve a spot. Come out and take advantage of some great bargains!
MONTGOMERY COUNTY NOTES
MOCO 250 SHINE TOGETHER Albert Einstein High School, 11135 Newport Mill Road, Kensigton, MD 20895. This event will help kick off Montgomery County’s 250th summer of memories and celebration. The celebration begins July 3 at 7pm with live music from The Nighthawks. Parking will only be available on-site for individuals with disabilities. The fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:15pm. There will be free event parking and shuttle service for all other attendees at Westfield Wheaton. Event goers are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and coolers. Alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted.
MONEY OF THE 13 COLONIES EXHIBIT Trace the story of America’s path from royal rule to independence through rare paper money from all 13 colonies and the Continental Congress on loan from the Maryland State Numismatic Society. This currency reveals shifting loyalties, colonial identities, and the chaotic evolution of systems during the birth of a nation. Through August 2, 2026, 10am-6pm, Gaithersburg Community Museum, 9 South Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877.
STAY LOCAL SATURDAYS AT THE CLARKSBURG YARD A once a month market event, held on the 2nd Saturday of every month from June - September, to serve as a community-building platform to attract people to the Clarksburg district, highlight local businesses, and reinforce community identity. We hope to support entrepreneurship and build local economic opportunities. Each event will center on a theme; we plan to have activities, vendors, food and fun! These themed gatherings will feature local vendors, artisans, food partners, interactive activities, and family-friendly experiences that encourage neighbors to shop local, connect intentionally, and engage with one another in a dynamic and supportive setting. Beyond commerce, our goal is to cultivate local economic opportunity, encourage entrepreneurship, and create a recurring destination event that reinforces pride in our community. Saturday events are scheduled from 10AM-2PM. Learn more at theclarksburgyard.com/staylocalsaturdays.
GERMANTOWN COMMUNITY FLEA MARKET, First Saturdays through November, 8am-1pm, MARC rail parking lot, Bowman Mill Dr & Germantown Rd, Germantown Maryland 20874. Find hidden treasures or get cash for your unwanted goods at the largest Flea Market in Montgomery County! More than 150 vendors if the weather is good. Everything from household goods to antiques, to jewelry and electronics. First Saturdays April-November. There is no fee and free parking for customers. Vendors pay $25 for 10’x10 space and must arrive between 5:30-7am, visit website for rules. The Market benefits the Germantown Historical Society, the Button Farm Living History Center and Scout Troop 1325. Inclement weather cancellation posted by 6am at 301-972-2707.
GENERAL NOTES
109th ANNUAL WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL Hosted by St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Church, 10800 Old Court Rd, Woodstock, MD. Saturday, August 8, 2-6pm and Sunday, August 9, 12-4pm. Join us for the best chicken dinner ever, outdoor family fun, and ride the Woodstock Express!
FRATINO & MATISSE: TO SEE THIS LIGHT AGAIN Two generations. One electric conversation. Contemporary painter Louis Fratino enters into a vibrant dialogue with modern master Henri Matisse in Fratino and Matisse: To See This Light Again. Born in Annapolis and trained at the Maryland Institute College of Art, Fratino spent years studying the Baltimore Museum of Artճ expansive Matisse collection. This influence shines through in his luminous interiors, sensual color, and intimate portrayals of the male figure. This striking exhibition brings Fratinoճ paintings together with masterworks by Matisse including figures, interiors, still lifes, and self-portraits. Side by side, their works ignite a dynamic exchange about color, light, pattern, and the emotional power of painting. Baltimore Museum of Art, through September 6. Learn more at artbma.org.
MARYLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL 50th SEASON A perennially popular escape is the Renaissance festival, which brings medieval merriment to Crownsville, near Annapolis, from late August to mid-October. Wander through a forest setting, listen to merry minstrels, barter with a merchant, meet a king, and laugh out loud at a comedy show. August 29 & 30, September 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27, October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25, 2026. Learn more at rennfest.com
WATERFOWL FESTIVAL IN HISTORIC EASTON November 13-15, 2026. Discover the best of local wildlife, nature, art, heritage, food, and FUN at the annual Waterfowl Festival. Over a dozen venues spread throughout the town entice and engage visitors to explore the area and be part of a tradition that has been going strong for generations. The thousands of geese that fill the skies during the event each year are a visual reminder for visitors of the festivalճ mission. Rain or shine. Cashless event. Learn more at waterfowlfestival.org/the-festival/