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As the days get shorter and the temperatures get shorter, we’re seeing fewer and fewer outdoor events (with good reason!). It’ll be a couple of quiet weeks until the holidays ramp up but there are still some fun events to check out below.
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A feel good story
5th grader Landin Williams saw a younger kid crying under a tree and waited with him until help could arrive. Landin was stung by a bee but helped the boy return to school before getting treated by a nurse. Good job Landin!
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Cristi Robinson is a local photographer who is hosting Christmas minis this Sunday, November 16th, as well as next Sunday, November 22nd. If you recall, she previously offered free headshot minis for RIF’d workers back in March (which feels like ages ago now!).
You can learn more about Cristi and her work on her website and to schedule a session.
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Local Business
Need a turkey? 🦃
Of course you do! Here are some local farms with turkeys:
Sho Nuf Turkey Farm - $3.15/lb + $6 per bird drawing charge
TLV Tree Farm - $3.99/lb, $20 deposit
Larriland Farm - $3.99/lb, $30 deposit, smoked turkey for
$6.59/lbBraglio Farms - they also sell whole smoked turkey
Business Openings & Closings
The Butchers Club in Fulton has shut down. 🥲
Yu Noodle Is Open? 🍜 - After a long wait, it appears that Yu Noodle on Dobbin in Columbia is open.
Bark Social Columbia re-opens November 20th!

Nearby Events
Today
Columbia Mall Fun Day - 10am to 11am at the Nordstrom Court of Columbia Mall for MILKSHAKE & Santa’s Arrival.
Magic Night @ Tino’s - At 6pm, head to Tino’s and prepare to be amazed as we transform the evening into a world of magic and excitement! Enjoy incredible tricks, mind-bending illusions, and fun for all ages.
The History of Superstitions @ Museum of HoCo History - Learn the origins of many superstitions with Rissa Miller, research and public historian.
Trivia Night @ Common Kitchen - Every Thursday starting at 6:30pm with Dan Master Quiz. Prizes to the top three teams of 1-6 people.
Friday
Community Tree Planting @ Stevens Forest Pool - 9am to noon. Bring a hat, sturdy shoes and water; everything else will be provided.
Haunted Savage Mill Tours - Every week, you can explore Savage Mill’s haunted history starting at 8pm to 10pm.
Karaoke @ The Trolley Stop - Fridays at 9:30pm hosted by Kelly Secret.
Saturday
Clarksville Farmer’s Market - This weekend from 9am to 1pm with Calvin Thomas performing and non-profit Infinite Legacy answering questions about registering as an organ donor.
Indoor Holiday Market @ Next Movement Studio - From 2pm to 5:30pm, nearly a dozen vendors will be at Mend Skin & HeadSpa for an indoor holiday market.
Holiday Card Photo Shoot @ Composition Wealth - A free event from 10am to 2pm where you can get a festive photo shoot of your family at the offices of Composition Wealth. You’ll get your edited digital images within a week and also includes a hot cocoa and a mimosa bar!
49th Annual Pow Wow presented by the Baltimore American Indian Center - From 11am to 7pm at the MD State Fairgrounds, enjoy Native vendors, food, dance specials and cash prizes.
Cedar Lane Holiday Bazaar & Indoor Yard Sale - The Cedar Lane PTA is hosting a bazaar and yard sale from 10am-2pm with 40+ supporting vendors. There will be a book fair, live music, face painting, raffle door prizes, arts & crafts.
Holiday Craft Show @ Historic Oakland - 45+ crafters are at this free craft show from 10am to 3pm.
Lowes Kid’s Workshop Letter Box - From 10am to 1pm, bring your kid to Lowes to build a personalized hanging letterbox. Free but register by the 14th.
Turkey Waddle at North Laurel CC - Join us as we gobble our way through the North Laurel Community Center and Park! There will be fitness challenges, arts and crafts, and children’s activities. Light refreshments are provided but bring a water bottle. Ages 2-10, $10 for members, $15 for non-members.
Sip & Stretch Yoga at Turf Valley Resort - Starts at 9am, but enjoy yoga on The Green followed by Sip & Stretch. Join us in Alexandra's after class for a yoga community gathering featuring a selection of pastries, coffee, tea, and mimosas.
Free Flu Vaccine Clinic @ Columbia Health Center - Get either the Flulaval 2025-26 Formula, recommended for ages 6 months and older, or the Sanofi Fluzone High-Dose 2025-2026 Formula, recommended for age 65 and older (available while supplies last). 8am to 4pm.
Evening with Nashville Songwriters @ Turf Valley - Join hit songwriter Mark Irwin and hot new country artist Mark Taylor for a night of original songs from Nashville, 7pm to 8:30pm, $75 pp.
KidSpace Movie Night @ Supreme Sports Club - Kids 4-13 of CA members can enjoy a movie, free activities, pizza, and popcorn from 6pm to 9pm.
Free Guided Tour of B&O Ellicott City Station Museum - We love this free museum, especially the model train room (it’s quite impressive). Tours are free and start at 2pm every Saturday and Sunday.
Sunday
Winter Artisan Market @ Hickory Ridge - From 2pm to 5pm at the Hawthorn Center, check out 20+ local vendors showcasing handmade goods, unique gifts, and more.
Disney Bingo & Milkshakes @ Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar - Play bingo, enjoy a milkshake, Disney style at 5:30pm.
Wicked Drag Brunch @ Black Flag Brewing Co. - Join Drag Race Superstar Ariel Versace and Absolutely Dragulous as they click our heels and sashay down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City!
Sirotin-Change Duo “Poise and Passion” @ Chamber Music Maryland - At 2pm, watch Husband-and-wife duo Peter Sirotin (violin) and Ya-Ting Chang (piano) share a program of Romantic-era treasures filled with lyricism, drama, and dance.
Howard CC Horowitz Center Faculty Concerts, Reimagined Clarinet - Clarinetist Kyle Coughlin and pianist Kuei-I Wu present a richly varied selection of works by Mozart, Schumann, Poulenc, and C. P. E. Bach—each masterfully reimagined for clarinet and piano. Cellist Katy Chiang will join the ensemble to conclude the program with Mikhail Glinka’s beautiful Trio Pathétique.
Self Defense Workshop @ Black Flag - Every last Sunday of the month, Black Flag hosts a workshop at noon where you learn basic self defense moves, situation awareness tips, and practical techniques for real-world scenarios.
Ellicott Distilling Co. Distillery Class - Distill your own bottle of vodka or gin and flavor it with their thousands of flavor combinations or bring your own. Get a custom label, do some trivia, win prizes, eat tacos, and sip on bottomless mimosas! Starts at 10am and ends around 12:30pm.
Upcoming
Free Bingo Night @ Common Kitchen - Every Tuesday at 6pm. You get 6 free bingo cards (and can earn more, ask the bingo caller!) and can win prizes each round like free food and drink and Common Kitchen gift certificates.
Weather This Weekend
Friday - 57° | 33° - 🌤️ - 0”
Saturday - 59° | 49° - 🌤️ - 0”
Sunday - 62° | 37° - 🌤️ - 0”
☀️ data from Weather Underground
Local Theatres and Shows
Theater | Show | Dates |
|---|---|---|
Elf | 11/7 - 1/4 | |
Hello, Dolly! | 11/6 - 1/4 | |
The Hollow | 10/31 - 11/16 | |
School | Show | Dates |
|---|---|---|
Howard H.S. | The Drowsy Chaperone | 11/13-15 Tickets |
Marriotts Ridge H.S. | The Play That Goes Wrong | 11/13-15 Tickets |
Oakland Mills H.S. | Trap | 11/13-15 Tickets |
Centennial H.S. | Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood | 11/13-16 Tickets |

Live Music, Brunches, & Bar Events
Here are all the places (that I’ve found) that have free live music (or more) in the area - if I am missing your favorite venue, please let me know! (bars may have separate covers)
🎶 Music | ❓ Trivia | 🎭 Comedy | 🍳 Brunch | 🎤 Karaoke
Friday
🎶 Looney’s Pub - The Gab Cinque Band - 9pm
🎶 River Hill Grill - Paul Kalamari - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Rome - 9pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Kevin Howard Trio - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Brandt Dunn - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Andrew Bell - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Callum Toner - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Radio Hero - 8pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Brendan Pelan - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Route 108 Pizza & BBQ - Pair O’ Daves - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Brandon Kennedy - 5:30pm–8:30pm
Saturday
🎤 River Hill Grill - Karaoke w. DJ Toro - 9pm–midnight
🎶 Looney’s Pub - Social Drinking - 9pm–close
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Kanye Twitty - 8pm
🎶 Sonoma’s - Magical Mystery Four - 7:30pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Unified Jazz Ensemble - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Grayson Moon - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Josee Molavi Duo - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Anthony Frijia - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Impulse - 8pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Miss Moon Duo - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Sky King - 5:30pm– 8:30pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Craig Cummings - 4–7pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Billy Herrington - 2pm-5pm
Sunday
🍳 Blackwell Barn & Lodge - Andrew Bell - 11am–2pm
🍳 Galliano - Jazz Brunch- 11:30am–2:30pm
🍳 White Oak Tavern - Live Jazz Music - 11am–2pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Sidestreet Duo - 5pm–9pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Sophie Bernitt - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Paul Lumsden & Train Wreck Five - 2pm-5pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Nate Clendenen - 2pm–5pm
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