The Places You’ll Go

Why yes, I did Google today’s date.

According to Google, the top hit is a dog show at the Fairgrounds.

Maryland Kennel Club Dog Show

Please join us on February 17-18, 2024 for our annual All-Breed AKC Dog Show at the Howard County Fairgrounds in West Friendship, Maryland.

I was curious about this listing:

Howard County Events Calendar

View the complete listing of annual events in Howard County and search monthly events including: workshops, performances, seminars and more.

I had to scroll down a bit to get past some top-posted events, but then - - TA DA! - - the mother lode of things happening today in Howard County. A few are slightly over the county line, but close enough.

I had not imagined that there would be so many things to do on a Sunday afternoon in February. There’s a Breakfast Buffet at the Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Department, a Coffee and Cars event in Old Ellicott City, and even a Silent Reading Party at The Last Word bookstore in Savage Mill. The Crazy Mason on Main Street in EC is offering Mermaid Hair with your milkshake. (Yes, I’m serious.) The Common Kitchen is hosting a Plant Swap and Shop.

I had no idea that the Howard County events calendar was so comprehensive. I’m impressed. Take a look for yourself. You can also submit an event to add to their ongoing listing of events.

The calendar is part of the Visit Howard County Website. There’s a lot more there, and it’s not just for out-of-towners. Of course there’s also a digital visitor’s guide, in case you are planning for out of town guests or are welcoming folks who are new to the area.

So, if you ever feel like there’s nothing to do in Columbia/HoCo, take a look at the Howard County Events Calendar. Who knows? You just might look good with Mermaid Hair.

Got any exciting plans for today?

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