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VENDORS WANTED Craft & Plant Fair, May 11, 9am-3pm, Ruritan Club, Rte. 26 & Crum RD, Walkersville, MD; 10 minutes from Frederick. Seeking vendors of quality handmade crafts, garden & native plants. Indoor, pavilion & lawn venues. Rates: $25-$35. 301-898-7910. lewsherm@comcast.net

MUSIC AT THE WINERY FEATURING LAUREN SUMNER May 12, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Linganore Winecellars presents 'Music At The Winery' on Fridays and Sundays, from May through October. Come out to the winery, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and the sounds from our featured artist, Lauren Sumner. Food Trucks are also available during our 'Music At The Winery' series! Music At The Winery Hours Fridays: 5 PM to 8 PM Sundays: 1 PM to 4 PM. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

MUSIC AT THE WINERY FEATURING MICHELLE HANAN May 17, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Linganore Winecellars presents 'Music At The Winery' on Fridays and Sundays, from May through October. Come out to the winery, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and the sounds from our featured artist, Michelle Hanan. Food Trucks are also available during our 'Music At The Winery' series! Music At The Winery Hours Fridays: 5 PM to 8 PM Sundays: 1 PM to 4 PM. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

GAMES CLUB OF MARYLAND thru May 18, 1-7pm, recurring monthly on the 3rd Saturday, Beans in the Belfry Meeting Place and Cafe, 122 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. 301-834-7178. Free.

SPRING HOPS 5K May 19, 10am-2pm. The Spring Hops 5K is a cross country race held at Linganore Winecellars and Red Shedman Farm Brewery. The course is similar to the Striders' Run Through the Grapevine 8K, which is held at the same site in November. The scenic and challenging course loops through the grounds of the grapevines of the winery and hop yards of the brewery. All finishers get one sample of a Red Shedman beer and receive a commemorative beer glass. For more information, please visit http://www.striders.net/spring-hops. Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Rd, Mt Airy, Md.

SPRING HOPS 5K May 19, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Sunday, May 19, 2019 10:00am At Linganore Winecellars and Red Shedman Farm Brewery The Spring Hops 5K is a cross country race held at Linganore Winecellars and Red Shedman Farm Brewery. The course is similar to the Striders' Run Through the Grapevine 8K, which is held at the same site in November. The scenic and challenging course loops through the grounds of the grapevines of the winery and hop yards of the brewery. All finishers get one sample of a Red. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

MUSIC AT THE WINERY FEATURING DAVID THONG May 19, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Linganore Winecellars presents 'Music At The Winery' on Fridays and Sundays, from May through October. Come out to the winery, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and the sounds from our featured artist, David Thong. Food Trucks are also available during our 'Music At The Winery' series! Music At The Winery Hours Fridays: 5 PM to 8 PM Sundays: 1 PM to 4 PM. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

CARIBBEAN WINE, MUSIC & FOOD FESTIVAL May 25 & 26, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Celebrate the beautiful atmosphere of the Caribbean and its unique heritage with island cuisine, live music, and artisan craft vendors. Sip your favorite Linganore wines and enjoy the mellow vibes. There will be wine tastings and tours that are included in the price of admission. Come see why the Caribbean Festival at Linganore Winecellars is one of the most popular wine festivals on the Atlantic Coast. May 25 & 26 10am-6pm Each Day Saturday's Musicians Sunday's Musicians NO PETS. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

VENDOR BINGO FUNDRAISER benefiting Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance. It will be held Friday, May 31 at 6pm. The location is New Market Volunteer Fire Co, 76 W Main St, New Market. Tickets are $20 for 12 games and food is included. Contact 301-906-0004 for details.

MUSIC AT THE WINERY FEATURING BUFFALO PLAID May 3, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Linganore Winecellars presents 'Music At The Winery' on Fridays and Sundays, from May through October. Come out to the winery, relax, enjoy the atmosphere and the sounds from our featured artist, Buffalo Plaid. Food Trucks are also available during our 'Music At The Winery' series! Music At The Winery Hours Fridays: 5 PM to 8 PM Sundays: 1 PM to 4 PM. Linganore Wineries is located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland. For more information visit http://www.linganorewines.com/events/events-at-the-winery/.

MARKET STREET FOOD TOUR 5/11/2019, 5/18/2019, 5/19/2019, 5/25/2019, 5/26/2019, 6/8/2019, 6/9/2019, 6/15/2019, 6/22/2019, 6/23/2019, 6/29/2019, 6/30/2019, 11am-2pm, Downtown Frederick, Frederick, MD. $65 per person. 301-658-7520.

CIVIL WAR CHURCH SERVICE & LIVING HISTORY PROGRAM thru December 22, 1-3pm, Historic Rocky Springs Chapel, Inc., 7817 Rocky Springs Rd., Frederick, MD. 240-439-4235. Free

NATIONAL TRAIN DAY 2019 OPEN HOUSE Western Maryland Railway Historical Society Museum Complex, The Train Station at 41 North Main Street, Union Bridge, MD. Saturday, May 11, 10:00 to 3:00. Open to all ages. Free Admission. Come out to this special Saturday open house to celebrate the National Train Day and celebrate the joy of trains and train travel! Come see the history of the Western Maryland Railway both in Carroll County and the state of Maryland. The Museum collection is housed in a 117 year old Railroad Station and office building. See trains from full size ones to small model trains of all sizes scales. Our own Carroll County based Maryland Midland Railroad will have a locomotive on display. There will be displays of operating equipment (weather permitting) from the "Chesapeake & Allegheny Steam Preservation Society". There will be a Child ID Program table setup. The ID Kit allows parents to collect specific information by easily recording the physical characteristics and finger parents of their children on identification cards that they keep at home. If ever needed this ID Kit will give authorities vital information to help locate a missing child. There will be a Hot Dog stand.

DREAM BIG UNION BRIDGE IS LOOKING FOR CRAFT VENDORS for their Annual Duck Derby on Saturday, May 11. Crafters can set up from 8am-1pm and must provide their own set up. For more information, contact Sue at 443-652-2598.

4TH ANNUAL INDOOR CHURCH YARD SALE Saturday, May 11, 2019, 8am-1pm, rain or shine at Ward's Chapel United Methodist Church. Great prices on household items, toys, clothing, books, furniture, food, and much more. Enjoy breakfast egg sandwiches, hot dogs, sodas, and snacks as you shop. All proceeds support our newest mission - a monthly food pantry. The church is located at 11023 Liberty Road, 21133 just a few miles east of Eldersburg. Call Susan at 410-952-7144 with any questions.

COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE May 18, 7am-2pm (rain or shine), Deer Park Church, 2205 Sykesville Road, Westminster, MD. Pancake breakfast 7-10am, lunch 11am-2pm. Bake table available. Single 20'x20' space $20. Register online at www.dpumc.net or contact Cindy Saylor at 410-848-2313 Mon, Tues & Thurs 11am-3pm or email csaylor@dpumc.net.

BLEST FEST MISSION FESTIVAL Saturday, May 18, 10am-1pm, Faith Lutheran Church, 1700 St. Andrews Way Eldersburg, MD. Festivities Will Include: Mission Showcase: Discover the amazing ways local mission organizations are serving our community and learn about ways in which you can help support their efforts. Participants Include: Good News Jail & Prison Ministry, Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County Marriage & Relationship Education Center, Tender Care Pregnancy Center, The Shepherd's Staff, Westminster Rescue Mission, and more. Fair Trade Marketplace: Shop gorgeous hand-crafted items and other meaningful products and empower women all around the globe.This marketplace is in partnership with and in support of Mercy House Global www.mercyhouseglobal.org. Children's Carnival & Food: Featuring games, prizes, and other fun and exciting activities as well as a concession stand hosted by Faith Lutheran's youth group. Festival will be held rain or shine! For more information contact the church at 410-795-8082.

CRAFTERS, FLEA MARKET VENDORS WANTED 20 by 20' spaces available June 15 for Messiah Lutheran Church s Annual Strawberry Festival. Gamber Fire Dept. carnival grounds at the corner of Route 32 and Niner Rd, 9am-4pm. $45 per spot. For information call 443-201-8077.

ST. JAMES UMC ANNUAL SPRING FLING Saturday, May 11th from 8am to 1pm. Browse through bedding and vegetable plants, hanging baskets, crafts, handmade quilts and flea market finds! Stop by the church Fellowship Hall for breakfast and lunch items, snacks, beverages, and homemade baked goods. Proceeds benefit United Methodist Women, the Quilting Ministry, and the St. James Camp Hope Team. St. James is located in West Friendship on Route 99 just east of Route 32. Anyone interested in an outdoor yard sale space please call the church office at 410-442-2020 and leave your name and number.

KINETICS DANCE THEATRE, PROFESSIONAL DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS Rooted, Winged. Stories of the human experience told through professional dance, 8pm, Saturday, May 11, at The Baltimore Museum of Art's Meyerhoff Theatre, 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore. TICKETS: Online @ www.kineticsdance.org, $18 General, $15 Advance, $12 Student, $10 Advance.Tickets available day of show at the box office by cash or check.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 11, Detour, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

WHIPPS GARDEN CEMETERY PLANT SALE May 10 & 11, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church at Frederick and Chatham Rds in Ellicott City. Plants include perennials for butterfly, rain gardens, shade-loving and deer-resistant plants. Call 410-465-2398 for more information.

LET'S GO HERPING May 11, 9-11am and 4- 6:30pm at Hilton Nature Center. Frogs, turtles and snakes, oh my! Get down and dirty as you learn about different species of herps and how to locate, identify, sex and age these mysterious creatures in their natural setting. Bring water and bug spray and wear protective clothing. This program is eligible for the Junior Rangers Model B Program. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

IF TREES COULD TALK May 11, 1-2pm at Hilton Nature Center. Volunteer Forester Jim Himel leads kids of all ages in a wide-ranging conversation about trees with the audience picking the topics from a box of 15 things, including fossils and an umbrella. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

GRANDPARENT & ME: CANOEING May 12, 9-11am, at Daniels Area. Discover the excitement of the Patapsco River from a new point of view. We will be canoeing from the Daniels Area. Canoes and life jackets are provided. This program is formatted to get grandparents out into the parks with the little ones in their lives. Shine only. Registration is required by May 8. $5 per person. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

INVASIVE SPECIES TASK FORCE May 12, 9am-noon at McKeldin Parking Lot A behind the Ranger Station. Join park staff and other motivated volunteers for a fun, informative morning removing invasive plants! Listen to a short talk from a ranger on how to identify local invasive plants and why these species are such a threat to our ecosystem. We'll take a short hike to the work area to remove the plants discussed. Wear long pants and sleeves, sturdy boots and work gloves and bring plenty of water! Insect repellent and sunscreen are also recommended. A portion of the terrain will be slightly challenging. Shine only. Ages 10+. This program is eligible for the Junior Rangers Model B Program. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

NATURE EXPLORES May 12, 10am-noon, Hilton Nature Center. Use nature to inspire creativity, imagination and social engagement. Activities include painting nature scenes, singing original nature songs, team building, and drumming as a communication and imagination tool! Shine only. For ages 3-8. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

STORYTELLING May 12, 1-2pm, Soldiers Delight Visitor Center. Come join a Volunteer Ranger as she reads short stories with a nature or animal theme. This program was created with younger children in mind but anyone is welcome. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

ANIMAL MOTHERS May 12, 2-3pm, Soldiers Delight Visitor Center. Come celebrate Mother's Day at Soldiers Delight by learning about all different kinds of animal mothers. We will look at eggs, nests and live animals. Some animal mothers will impress you while others will leave you wondering how their young survive! Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 17, Dave DeMarco Band, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

STUDENT AWARENESS HIKE May 17, noon-2pm, Orange Grove, Cascade Falls Trailhead. Teenagers! Join Volunteer Ranger Massella for an exciting hike as we observe metamorphic rocks on the Cascade Falls Trail! Discover how the natural world protects our ability to live on Earth. Bring your friends for a hike and practice using new apps. Bring water and wear shoes that you can walk distances in. For ages 13+. Please call 410-461-5005 in advance to sign up.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 18, Time Will Tell, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

ANNUAL YARD SALE Annual Yard Sale, Morgan Chapel United Methodist Church, 6750 Woodbine Road (intersection of Woodbine Rd. and Hoods Mill Rd.) will be having their Annual Yard Sale on Saturday, May 18, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Food will be available for purchase. Moon Bounce and Face Painting for children. Spaces available: $20 outdoor (Please bring your own table); $25.00 indoor (includes a table). To reserve a space and for questions please contact Scott 301-829-7597.

FAMILY YOGA CLASS Sharp's at Waterford Farm will hold a down-on-the-farm Family Yoga Class and farm tour to benefit the Community Action Council of Howard County's Community Garden and help fight hunger in Howard County on March 24th. Program starts at 1:00 to 1:45 with a farm tour to follow. Join to salute your family health, fun and reduce hunger in your neighborhood. Learn more at www.Sharpfarm.com and www.cac-hc.org Register by contacting Sharp's at Waterford Farm, 410-489-2572 or emailingfarmquestions@Sharpfarm.com

SINGING SERGEANTS FREE CONCERT A free concert by The Singing Sergeants, the official chorus of the United States Air Force Band, will present a musical salute 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19, in St. Louis Church, Clarksville. Stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., the Singing Sergeants perform a wide range of musical styles, from traditional Americana, opera, and choral standards to modern Broadway and jazz. No tickets are required for this family-oriented event, but best seating is first-come for this popular community performance. Ample free parking off Rte. 108 entrance; handicapped accessible. For more information about the Series' season finale, visit www.stlconcertseries.org or phone 410-531-6040.

CRAFTING HOUR May 19th from 10:30-11:30 am following our 9 am service - learn how to crochet a prayer square! -St. Paul's Episcopal Church on Old Frederick Rd - contact wendygahm@yahoo.com with any questions.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 24, Pat Owens & Mark Alan Project, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 25, Appaloosa, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

LIVE MUSIC AT BARE BONES GRILL GRILL & BREWERY May 31, Hot Rod Nichols, 9150-22 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042.

VENDORS WANTED for Annual Spring Flea Market & Mini Book Sale at the Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church 14551 Burntwoods Rd., Glenwood, Howard County on Saturday June 1, 8am-1pm. Set-up time is 7:30am. Spaces are free. We have a limited number of 6 ft. long tables available for rent $5/ea. Rain date will be the following Saturday. Please request your space by emailing carolekramer@hotmail.com or calling 410-442-2475.

BINGO! St. Paul's Episcopal Church June 1, 2019, 6-8 pm $5/person, $10/family. Snacks provided, fun prizes and a 50/50 drawing! Any questions email wendygahm@yahoo.com.

STEPS OF HOPE EVENT: A TRIBUTE WALK AND BUTTERFLY RELEASE Please join us to remember loved ones with an afternoon of healing in nature. Honor those you have lost through a reflective walk and butterfly release. This event will be held on Sunday, June 2 at 2pm, Cromwell Valley Park, Baltimore, MD. Rain or shine. Registration is required. For more information and/or to register please contact Christy Broderick at Gilchrist Counseling & Support at 443-849-8251.

THE KIWANIS CLUB OF ELLICOTT CITY meets Monday evenings at 6:30pm at the Bob Evans Restaurant, 4900 Beaver Run Court (off Executive Park Drive at Rte 100). Please contact Harry Slade with questions at 410-418-8218.

HOWARD COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK offers a free help desk on the 3rd Saturday of the month 1-4pm at the Miller Branch Library in Ellicott City. Genealogical research help into all areas of the US and other countries is available. Call 410-381-7899.

DO YOU SUFFER FROM CHRONIC PAIN? Free Cannabis Education and Patient Registration Workshops every Tues 9-10AM/Thurs 7-8PM! We look forward to meeting you! www.trilogy.health. 443-539-7372

THE HOWARD COUNTY CAT CLUB NEEDS A NEW LOCATION We are still looking for a new place to call home...and save cats! If you know someone who has a walkout basement, in-law suite, outbuilding, etc., that might be willing to help us out, please let me know. We'd like to be within a 15-minute drive of Columbia, Maryland. Help us save more cats! Visit http://www.howardcountycats.org for more information.

GOOD LIFE FESTIVAL May 25 & 26, 12-5pm, Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes, Maryland. Admission: $10 for 16 yrs and over, free for 16 yrs & under. Guests over 21 receive a wineglass and 6 winetastings. Rain or shine. No refunds given for inclement weather. Kick off summer with new wines, local foods and hayrides through the vineyards. Listen to Free Range Blue Band and Blue Octane and have a feast! Our farmers and producers include: Brick'nFire Pizza, Charm City Pops, Dewy Donuts, Dough Run, El Gauchito Grill, The Food Market, Gracefully Coffee Roasters, Keyes Creamery, Kinda Jerky Really Nutty, Lib's Grill, Moore's Sauces, New Phoenix Pottery, Pasta La Vista Baby, Wild Sol Jewelry.

GOOD LIFE FARMER'S MARKET Thursday, May 16, May 23 & May 30, 3-7pm, free admission, Rain or shine. Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes, Maryland. Inclement weather may affect vendors' participation.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES featuring Mood Swings, June 1, 6-9pm, Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes, Maryland. Admission: $20 ages 3 & up. Includes six winetastings Gate opens at 5:05 p.m. Rain or shine. No refunds are given for inclement weather Winetasting, picnicking and dancing under the stars to live bands! Delicious food by Lib's Grill, ice cream from our neighbors at Prigel Family Creamery and coffee from Gracefully Coffee Roasters are available for purchase. A winetasting of six wines is included for guests over 21.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES featuring The Mahoney Brothers Long Live The Beatles, June 8, 6-9pm, Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes, Maryland.6-9pm, Admission: $20 ages 3 & up. Includes six winetastings. Gate opens at 5:05 p.m. Rain or shine. No refunds are given for inclement weather Winetasting, picnicking and dancing under the stars to live bands! Delicious food by Lib's Grill, ice cream from our neighbors at Prigel Family Creamery and coffee from Gracefully Coffee Roasters are available for purchase. A winetasting of six wines is included for guests over 21.

HEALING & REMEMBERING - HONOR OUR LOSSES Gather in the community of honor your losses and remember your loved ones who have died, through healing activities, such as creative arts, candle lighting, and breathing exercises. This event is free and will be held on June 15, 10am-1pm at the Zeta Center for Healthy and Active Aging in Reisterstown, MD. Registration is recommended. For more information and/or to register, please contact Christy Broderick at Gilchrist Counseling & Support at 443-849-8251.

THE MARYLAND ACCORDION CLUB meets 2-5pm, on the first Saturday of each month, September through June, in Catonsville United Methodist Church, 6 Melvin Ave., Catonsville, MD. Our current members reside in Anne Arundel Baltimore, Carroll, Calvert, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Kent, and Prince George's Counties, DC, DE, and VA. In 2019, the club begins its 17th year as a MD 501-C3 Non-Profit Organization. Each meeting includes an "open stage" session where accordionists, concertina, harmonium, and players of other free reed, acoustic, and folk instruments perform at every proficiency level in styles ranging from classical to jazz across world-wide traditions. Visitors/Listeners are welcome. FMI, email MarylandAccordionClub@gmail.com or call the club president at 443-610-3667.

SUBSTANCE LOSS GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP meets the 1st Thursday of each month, 6-7:30pm in Hunt Valley. Meetings are free but pre-registration and screening is required. For additional information, call Gilchrist at 443-849-8251.