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If you have kids in Howard County schools, they’re home tomorrow and next Monday! If you’re looking for something to do on Friday, Howard Community College is having a festival!

If you are an “excepted” federal employee (AKA essential) worker impacted by the federal shutdown and are working without pay, Maryland has a program that can get you a $700 zero-interest loan to help tide you over until you get a paycheck again. Details.

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Construction has broken ground on a permanent bandshell at the Columbia Association Lakefront, which will replace the temporary canopy that is currently there. It will be completed in late spring 2026, just in time for more spring and summer concerts!

The Howard County Health Department offers free flu shots at various clinics from October 11th through November 16th. You can see the full schedule here.

Howard County purchased Camp Ilchester from the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland and has recently broken ground on a park and recreation center. Phase one is making extensive renovations the existing activity center, adding playgrounds, widening roadways, and updating facilities - to be completed by Summer 2026.

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📷 by Mike Buscher | 🗺️ Ellicott City, MD

Mike Buscher is a friend and photographer who not only takes beautiful family photos but also does corporate photography, events, headshots, weddings, and more. Oh, he’s also run marathons in 48 states. (can you guess on which states are left???)

He’s running Fall Mini Sessions and they are a quick, fun, and easy way to refresh your family photos. All sessions take place at beautiful Manor Hill Farm, and you’ll receive a private gallery of fully edited images with a simple download link.

Join him on the farm — October 19, 26, 31, or November 8 — and capture some new fall memories! Here is the booking link.

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After 50 years, Tersiguel’s French Country Restaurant in Ellicott City will be “closing” in December and be passed onto Nathan Sowers and Kimberly Kepnes. Nathan was a long-time former baker before the kitchen was destroyed and unable to be replaced. You can read the full story here along with wellspring of well wishes and fond memories.

According to The MoCoShow, after 2.5 years, the Olney Ale House opposite Olney Theatre will be reopening at the end of the month. After a fire five years ago shut down the restaurant, it was sold and went through extensive renovations. After that ordeal, it’s set to reopen soon!

Friday - 64° | 41° - ☀️ - 0”
Saturday - 69° | 51° - 🌤️ - 0”
Sunday - 75° | 48° - 🌧️ - 0.3”

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Full HCPSS theater schedule.

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

🎶 Looney’s Pub - Doc Marten and the Flannels - 9pm
🎶 River Hill Grill - Paul Kalamari - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Fitzkee Brothers - 9pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Jon Waller - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Brandt Dunn - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Josee Molavi Duo - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Sam O'Hare - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Crash the Limo - 9:30pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Rod Sebastian - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Little Market Café - The Remedy Band - 6pm–8pm

🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - 100 Proof - 5:30pm–8:30pm
🎶 Oversea Distillery - Memphis Rhythm Revue - 6pm–11:50pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - EMILY+JORGE - 2pm–5pm

🎤 River Hill Grill - Karaoke w. DJ Toro - 9pm to midnight

🎶 Looney’s Pub - Misspent Youth - 9pm–close
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Sneaky Heat - 8pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Unified Jazz Ensemble - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Grayson Moon - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Jennifer Schimpf - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Mercy Creek - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Midnight Youth - 9pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Miss Moon Duo - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Little Market Café - Swamp Donkey Lite - 6pm–8pm

🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Daisy Road - 5:30pm– 8:30pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - The Low Keys - noon–3pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Dave Zelonka Band - 3:30pm–6:30pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Nate Clendenen - 4–7pm

🍳 Blackwell Barn & Lodge - Madisun Bailey - 11am–2pm
🍳 Galliano - Jazz Brunch- 11:30am–2:30pm
🍳 White Oak Tavern - Live Jazz Music - 11am–2pm

🎶 18th & 21st - Sidestreet Duo - 5pm–9pm
🎶 Little Market Café - Gary & The Groove - 12:30pm–3:30pm

🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Frank Florence - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Wild Aaster - 2pm–5pm

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