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This weekend kicks of the start of the Oyster Recovery Partnership’s Chesapeake Oyster Week, a shell-ebration for seafood enthusiasts! Guinness Brewery in Halethorpe hosts a three day festival this weekend with live music, oysters, and more.
🍾 Small ask: If you’ve ever been to Ranazul, chances are you’ve met our friend & favorite bartender Jeremy Reed. He was named one of the Restaurant Association of Maryland’s Bartender of the Year Finalists and if you have a moment, it would be awesome if you gave him a vote! Vote here.
And if you didn’t know, HCPSS schools are closed tomorrow (Friday, 3/20). You can take them to the Guinness Brewery at 1pm and listen to My Chemical Bromance and enjoy some oysters! 🤣
Let’s see what else is going on!
— Jim Wang

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Latest News
Maryland Day Week 3/19-3/25
Maryland Day Week is a celebration of the state in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, with more than 50 partners hosting special events, programs, and activities. It commemorates March 25, 1635, when the first European settlers landed on Maryland soil.
It’s Time to Register for Kindergarten! 🏫
If you have a child entering kindergarten this fall, now’s the time to register them for school! If they are 5 years of age on or before September 1st, you should register as soon as possible. Make sure you have evidence of birth, authorized record o immunization, proof of residency, a photo ID, and proof of custody. Register here.
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Local Business
ROCO Kitchen & Coffee Opens 🍵
ROCO Kitchen + Coffee opens in Hickory Ridge taking the place of an old Howard Bank.
Snowy Spoon Opening Day Next Monday 🍧
The Snowy Spoon, the snowball stand outside Kendall Hardware, will be having its opening day on Monday the 23rd at noon.
Easter Bunny @ Columbia Mall 🐰
Want a photo with the Easter Bunny? Head to the Columbia Mall before April 4th.

Fun Things To Do
As always, confirm events before you go, sometimes they change, get cancelled, etc.
Today
Fraud Busters Bingo presented by SHIP @ Glenwood 50+ Center - Learn how to spot and prevent Medicare fraud while playing for prizes, enjoying snacks, and having fun from 11am-2pm.
Family Fun Day @ Columbia Mall - The Wonderful Wacky World of Wild Willy Woo Woo from 10-11am at the center court.
College Readiness Workshop (16-18 yrs) - 6-8pm @ the Harriett Tubman Cultural Center, this interactive workshop helps students navigate college and financial aid while exploring first-year expectations, opportunities, and challenges.
Sip & Paint @ Sweet Elizabeth Jane - Enjoy a Wine Glass Painting Class with the The Red Apron Artist and bring your own wine if you’d like! She will provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create 2 beautiful wine glasses, with lemons and cherry blossoms being your subjects. $45 pp and runs 6-8 PM.
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.
HCC Theatre Program: One-Act Festival @ Horowitz Center - Come and enjoy a wonderful hodge-podge of theatre, which will include a selection of plays that are directed and performed by HCC students and community members.
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.
Union Jack’s Beer Pong Tournament - Hosted by CJ Micah Diggs every Thursday from 10pm-2am, compete for prizes for 1st and 2nd place.
Friday
Bingo in the Barn @ Manor Hill - Free bingo from 5-7pm in the Barn with prizes for each game. 21+ and first come first serve with limited seating.
Oyster & Music Festival @ Guinness Baltimore - Enjoy three days of oysters and music from 3/20 - 3/22 along with live music, beer & oyster pairings, crafts, and shuck truck, and more.
LEGO Botanicals Night @ Hickory Ridge Village Center - Adults 21+ are invited to the Hawthorn Center for drinks and snacks while you build a LEGO Botanical kit. RSVP ahead of time.
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.
Saturday
Lunchbag Linkup March 2026 @ Laurel Volunteer Fire Department - From 11am-1pm, volunteers assemble and distribute 300+ lunches (and are asked to bring $20 to help cover the cost of food).
Walk with a Doc @ Lake Elkhorn - Meet at the red pagoda at Lake Elkhorn and walk with a healthcare professional from 9-9:45am.
Spring Egg Hunt at GJACC (2-10 yrs) - Celebrate spring with your family at our annual Spring Egg Hunt at Gary J. Arthur Community Center from 10-11:30am. Bring your basket to collect eggs and enjoy prizes, refreshments, games, and crafts. Preregistration required, $10 pp.
Lowe’s Kids Workshop Lawn Mower - From 10am-1pm, little builders can construct their very own push Lawn Mower toy—complete with a spinning feature! It’s a fun, hands-on project that teaches kids about tools and motion while getting them excited for yardwork season.
Goat Yoga @ Waredaca Brewing - From 11am-12:30pm, BreakAway's Goat Yoga leads a 60-minute yoga class followed by 30 minutes of goal snuggles, photos, and laughs. Includes one complimentary drink from Waredaca.
My Maryland Day Celebration for Elementary Students and Girl Scout Brownies @ Ellicott Mills Children’s Museum - On the second Saturday of eight months in spring and fall the doors will open at 1:30 p.m. for registered children to participate in 90 minute, hands-on activities which are both meaningful and fun. All children, ages 7 and up, are welcome. Girl Scouts who attend will receive a certificate of participation, which will qualify them for a badge.
Beer & Oyster Fest @ Manor Hill Brewing - The second annual Manor Hill Beer & Oyster Fest will include fresh local oysters from Mama’s on the Half Shell and Double T Oyster Ranch, live music, and the Coastal Conservation Association of Maryland sharing information on their cause.
Golden Bear Bingo @ Hammond H.S. - Hammond H.S. Boosters is having their biggest fundraising event of the year to support their sports teams and clubs. Head to Hammond High at 5pm for a night of bingo! $20 advance, $25 at the door includes 3 cards for 10 games and a marker.
Introduction to Permaculture: Designing with Regeneration @ HoCo Conservancy - Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to permaculture — a regenerative design philosophy rooted in observing nature and working in harmony with the land.
Puppy Playtime @ Petco - Every Saturday from 1-1:30pm, pups 8 weeks to 6 months old with proof of vaccines can get out their zoomies!
Winter Indoor Farmers Market @ Mary’s Land Farm - Every Saturday until April 4th from 10am-2pm, Mary’s Land Farm hosts an indoor farmer’s market in their greenhouse.
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.
Thmilux Candle Making Class @ Notch8 - Create beautiful custom candles while enjoying the warm ambiance, delicious brews, and festive seasonal energy.
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 doesn’t seem to list the movie being shown!
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.
Squeaky Clean Comedy Show @ Nourishing Journey Wellness Center - Four nationally touring comedians and zero profanity — just sharp relatable humor that lands for every generation!
Sunday
Ukrainian Easter Market @ St. Andrew Ukrainian Cathedral - From 11:30am-3pm, enjoy an afternoon of Ukrainian treasures, delicious food, and springtime memories in the making. Browse Ukrainian gifts and handcrafted pieces rich in tradition. Gather around tables filled with Ukrainian food. Bring friends, bring family or simply bring your curiosity.
Jazz in the Mills: Linda Harris Cole @ The Other Barn - Linda Harris Cole, vocalist, songwriter, radio personality and director of the Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center presents “Freedom through Song”. She will perform songs made famous by Billie Holliday, Nina Simone, Aretha Franklin, Lena Horne, Roberta Flack, Dionne Warwick, and her own original tunes.
Sunday Serenade @ Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater - From 10am to 11:30am, enjoy a free concert at Cabin John. This week’s performer is the Eric Byrd Trio.
Mezcal Tasting Class @ Backwater Books - Sample mezcal led by Julia from Las Chingonas Imports from 3-5pm.
Pasta Making Class @ Waredaca Brewing - Join Chef Laurie from Pasta Made Simple in learning how to make southern hand formed pasta in this creative, hands-on pasta class from noon to 1:30pm.
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
Line Dancing @ Manor at Silo Falls - Led by Arielle Dereggi, $10 gets you a group lesson and an opportunity to show off your dancing boots.
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 - 67° | 46° - 🌤️ - 0.07”
Saturday - 66° | 44° - 🌤️ - 0”
Sunday - 73° | 51° - 🌤️ - 0.02”
☀️ data from Weather Underground
Local Theatres and Shows
Theater | Show | Dates |
|---|---|---|
Wizard of Oz | 3/20 - 6/7 | |
Appropriate | 3/18 - 4/19 | |
Assassins | 4/3 - 5/3 | |
Fun Home | 3/6 - 3/22 |

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 Chucks - 9pm
🎶 River Hill Grill - The B-Sides - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Common Kitchen - Eli Lev - 6pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Shake the Room - 9pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Dwayne Adell - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Union Jack’s - Moe Stringz - 8pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Brandt Dunn - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Cynthia Marie - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Dave Weber Duo - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - 33 RPM - 9:30pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - O’McPub Band - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Grasso Brothers - 5:30pm–8:30pm
🎶 Oversea Distillery - Billy Rooster Band / Scarlet Kiss / Velvet Divide - 7pm–10pm 💵
Saturday
🎶 Looney’s Pub - Jexxa - 9pm–close
🎶 River Hill Grill - Moonstone - 7pm–10pm
🎶 Sonoma’s - Rob Fahey & David Bell from the Ravyns - 7pm–11pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Be Kind & Rewind - 8pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Tim Andrulonis - 6pm–11pm
🎶 Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Rainy Day Matinee - 8pm–11pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Eddie Botts - 8pm–11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Paul Kalamari - 8pm–10pm
🎶 Bare Bones Grill & Bar - Code Red - 9pm–close
🎶 Kelsey’s Restaurant - Ciaran Quinn - 6pm–9:30pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Floyd Bauers Band - 5:30pm– 8:30pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - John Benjamin - 1pm–4pm
🎶 Oversea Distillery - KPOP Night - 8:30pm–12:30am 💵
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Eric Zatz - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - Flint Hill Hustle - 4–7pm
Sunday
🎤 Union Jack’s - Karaoke with DJ Teej - 9pm–2am
🍳 Blackwell Barn & Lodge - Andrew Bell - 11am–2pm
🍳 Galliano - Jazz Brunch- 11:30am–2:30pm
🍳 Smashing Grapes - Patrick Cooper - 11am–2pm
🍳 White Oak Tavern - Live Jazz Music - 11am–2pm
🎶 18th & 21st - Rodney Kelly - 5pm–9pm
🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Curtis Tyler - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Brookeville Beer Farm - Dave Weber - 1pm–4pm
🎶 Oversea Distillery - Slade Band - 6pm–9pm
🎶 Lone Oak Brewing - Eli Lev - 2pm–5pm
🎶 Waredaca Brewing - One Step Down - 2pm–5pm
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