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Hope youβre staying warm as the region slowly thaws outβ¦ drive slowly and stay safe out there - it gets cold again this weekend.
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday at 6:30pm. If you are looking for Super Bowl specials this weekend, chances are every bar will have one so pick your favorite and head on over. ππ
February is Black History Month and HoCo Rec & Parks has a whole month of Black History Month Celebrations with the full schedule here.
Letβs see what else is happening this week!
β Jim Wang

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Maryland529 Save4College State Program Opens
From now until May 31st, you can apply to the Save4College State Contribution Program and get a $250 or $500 contribution if you qualify. Itβs designed to help lower and middle-income households (AGI <$112,500 for individuals, <$175,000 for couples) save towards college.
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Local Business
HoCo Restaurant Week Extended to Sunday
Just a quick reminder that due to the epic snow/sleet/ice bath we took last week (and are still digging out), HoCo Restaurant and Craft Beverage week has been extended until February 8th!

Fun Things To Do
As always, confirm events before you go, sometimes they change, get cancelled, etc.
Today 2/5
Girls Night Out @ Savage Mill - A Valentineβs-themed Girls Night Out from 4-8pm inspired by sweet dreams, soft romance, and a little after-hours magic. Wander the Mill as our shops stay open late with special treats, thoughtful gifts, and feel-good finds perfect for yourself or someone you love.
Family Fun Day @ Columbia Mall - Daisy the Clown will be at the center court from 10 to 11am.
Charm City Run Club w. Black Flag Brewing - All paces welcome for a fun run and or walk, start and end at the store, go for a 2-3 mile run or walk, and receive a coupon for a discount at Black Flag Brewery.
Do-Si-Doβs Dance Hall Monthly - On the first Thursday of the month, dance the night away from 6:45pm to 10pm at Carroll Baldwin Hall in Savage.
Trivia Night @ Common Kitchen - Every Thursday starting at 6:30pm with Dan Master Quiz. Prizes to the top three teams of 1-6 people.
Karaoke @ Oversea Distillery - Every Thursday night is Karaoke night at Oversea, starts at 8:30pm.
Friday 2/6
Understanding the Black Diaspora Through Food - 6:30-8:30pm @ Harriet Tubman C.C., Explore the rich flavors and culinary traditions of the Black Diaspora in this hands-on cooking program. Participants will learn new recipes, techniques, and cultural insights while preparing and tasting delicious dishes. Best for ages 12+. Preregistration required.
Half Price Fridays @ National Aquarium - After 5pm, enjoy half priced tickets at the National Aquarium all year long.
Karaoke @ The Trolley Stop - Fridays at 9:30pm hosted by Kelly Secret.
KidSpace Movie Night @ Columbia Athletic Club - Kids 4-13 of CA members can enjoy a movie, free activities, pizza, and popcorn from 6pm to 9pm. Unfortunately, CA doesnβt seem to list the movie being shown!
Saturday 2/7
Magic of the Maple Tree @ Robinson Nature Center - From 10am to 12:15pm, come out for a special, family-friendly program to learn about the art of maple sugaring β when the sap from trees is collected to make syrup. Enjoy a hike to learn about maple sugaring, a sap cooking demonstration, and a tasting of a variety of maple syrups.
Family Valentineβs Day Brunch @ Gude Mansion - 9am, enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, kid-friendly activities, sweet treats, and a few surprises that will make everyone feel the love. Dress in your Valentine's best (red, pink, or hearts encouraged!) and capture the memories at our family photo booth. Registration required.
Galentineβs Day Paint, Pour & Unwind @ Maryβs Land Farm - 2-5pm, Celebrate friendship at Galentineβs Day Paint & Pour, a playful farm event made for gathering and creativity! This unique Galentineβs Day experience blends creativity, cozy vibes, and memorable moments with your favorite people.
Lunar New Year Celebration @ Columbia Mall - Enjoy live cultural performances, get hands-on with interactive booths and art, and discover more family-friendly activities at Center Court from 1-3pm.
Winter Indoor Farmers Market @ Maryβs Land Farm - Every Saturday until April 4th from 10am-2pm, Maryβs Land Farm hosts an indoor farmerβs market in their greenhouse.
Room for Romance: For Single Men & Women 30+ @ The Pearl - Room for Romance is an insightful and engaging night of conversation for men and women 30+ on how intentional decluttering can create space for deeper romance in your life. Hosted by DMVβs own Katherine Picott, a nationally recognized decluttering master and organizing expert.
Downtown Silver Spring Farmers Market - Veterans Plaza from 10-1pm, the year round market features local vendors offering everything from seasonal fruits and vegetables to farm-fresh eggs, artisanal breads, goat cheese, meats, honey, cut flowers, pastries, preserves, and more.
Dinosaur Park Open House - On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, get free entry from noon until 4pm.
Free Guided Tour of B&O Ellicott City Station Museum - We love this free museum, especially the model train room (itβs quite impressive). Tours are free and start at 2pm every Saturday and Sunday.
Sunday 2/8
Owl Observations @ Howard County Conservancy - 2 and 2:30pm, On Superb Owl Sunday, meet the Conservancyβs avian ambassadors, Ranger the barred owl and Monty the eastern screech owl. A naturalist and Conservancy staff member will talk about owlsβ features and adaptations, hunting techniques and habitats.
Painting Class with Knine Rescue @ Waredaca - Ticket includes a canvas, paint, instructor and one complimentary drink. Non alcohol options available! All of the proceeds go back to the dogs medical care. Get tickets by emailing [email protected]
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
Girls Night Out Cocktail Class @ Libβs 2/11 - Enjoy a cocktail-forward evening with welcome pour, sharable charcuterie spread, and hands-on cocktail class featuring two drinks (one of which is an Espresso martini).
Clay Workshop @ Black Flag 2/11 - Join us for a fun-filled clay workshop where youβll tap into your creative side while enjoying the therapeutic joy of working with clayβand yes, your first beer is on us.
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.
Trivia @ Black Flag - Charm City Entertainment hosts trivia at Black Flag Brewing every Tuesday starting at 7pm.
Trivia @ Notch8 Brewery - Every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm is trivia night at Notch8. Sporcle Live Trivia hosts two games at 7pm and again at 8pm.
Weather This Weekend
Friday - 33Β° | 18Β° - π€οΈ
Saturday - 22Β° | 9Β° - π¨
Sunday - 25Β° | 10Β° - π€οΈ
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Local Theatres and Shows
Theater | Show | Dates |
|---|---|---|
Rock of Ages | 1/9 - 3/15 | |
Little Miss Perfect | 2/8 - 3/8 | |
By The Way, Meet Vera Stark | 2/20 - 3/15 | |
Winter Cabaret 2026 | 2/7 |

Live Music, Brunches, & Bar Events
Here are all the places (that Iβve 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)
πΆ Music | β Trivia | π Comedy | π³ Brunch | π€ Karaoke
Friday 2/6
πΆ Looneyβs Pub - Smoke Signals - 9pm
πΆ River Hill Grill - Nicky Acoustic & Roger Stewart - 7pmβ10pm
πΆ Reckless Shepherd - MPORT Multi-Stage EDM - 9pm - $15
πΆ 18th & 21st - Aiden Interrante - 6pmβ11pm
πΆ Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Andy B - 8pmβ11pm
πΆ Smashing Grapes - Marissa Zechinato - 8pmβ11pm
πΆ Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Crush - 9:30pmβclose
πΆ Kelseyβs Restaurant - Brendan Pelan - 6pmβ9:30pm
πΆ Manor Hill Brewing - Jon Watkins - 5pmβ8pm
πΆ Brookeville Beer Farm - Joe Heilman - 5:30pmβ8:30pm
πΆ Oversea Distillery - Lee Allen - 7pmβ10pm
Saturday 2/7
π€ River Hill Grill - Karaoke w. DJ Toro - 9pmβmidnight
πΆ Looneyβs Pub - Kono Nation - 9pmβclose
πΆ River Hill Grill - Out of Order - 7pmβ10pm
πΆ Reckless Shepherd - Kanye Twitty - 8pm
πΆ 18th & 21st - Kevin Howard - 6pmβ11pm
πΆ Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Mike Sharp - 8pmβ11pm
πΆ Smashing Grapes - Andrew Bell - 8pmβ11pm
πΆ Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Crash the Limo - 9:30pmβclose
πΆ Kelseyβs Restaurant - Kevin Sullivan - 6pmβ9:30pm
πΆ Brookeville Beer Farm - JDAB - 5:30pmβ 8:30pm
πΆ Notch8 Brewery - Deb & Gary - 5pmβ8pm
πΆ Waredaca Brewing - Jack Worthington - 4β7pm
Sunday 2/8
π³ Blackwell Barn & Lodge - Sean Bera - 11amβ2pm
π³ Galliano - Jazz Brunch- 11:30amβ2:30pm
π³ Smashing Grapes - Patrick Cooper - 11amβ2pm
π³ White Oak Tavern - Live Jazz Music - 11amβ2pm
πΆ 18th & 21st - Rodney Kelly - 5pmβ9pm
πΆ Manor Hill Brewing - Frank Florence - 1pmβ4pm
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