EVENTS IN COMMUNITY

Community Programs & Activities

Note that this list is not inclusive and does not represent all available resources, programs, events, and discounts in the community. Howard County also does not endorse any particular program or business.

Events/Programs	Notes
Free Wellness Consultations at Tai Sophia’s Natural Care Center (ongoing)	Free 15-minute consultations for individuals interested in learning more about acupuncture, nutrition counseling, or herbal medicine services are being offered at the Natural Care Center, Tai Sophia’s healing and wellness clinic. Call 410-888-9048 ext. 6614 to learn more or to schedule a free consultation.
Howard County General Hospital – calendar of wellness classes & events	Howard County General Hospital Events Sampling of December 2011 classes/events include: "Pre-Diabetes:What is it and what can you do about it?" on 12/7 ($15 fee); "Your Child's Vision - what parents need to know" on 12/8; and "Teens Together" - connects teens with a family member or close friend with a diagnosis of cancer, on 12/20.
December 11, 2011 - Kangaroo Kids "Holiday Hop"	FREE Kangaroo Kids "Holiday Hop" on Saturday, December 11, 2011 from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Gary J. Arthur Community Center in Glenwood, MD. Enjoy performances by the Kangaroo Kids Precision Jump Rope team with audience participation. Atlhough this event is free and open to the public, please bring a non-perishable food donation. For details, visit www.kangarookids.com (events tab).
"Stay Active Howard County	The "Get Active Howard County" 10-week wellness initiative continues as "Stay Active Howard County." The goal of this program is to increase physical activity, improve nutrition, and focus on healthy lifestyle. To view the calendar of fitness classes and health workshops available to participants, click here.
FREE Smoking Cessation Classes – Howard County Health Department	FREE smoking cessation classes for anyone who lives or works in Howard County. To register or for more information, call 410-313-6265 or click here.
Howard County Farms - Special Events & Activities (multiple dates)	Local farms and organizations offer outdoor activities and special events. Enjoy walking on nature trails, picking fresh fruit, hayrides, and more! For a calendar of events, click here.
Farmers' Markets	The Howard County Farmers’ Markets are now closed for the seaso. They will re-open in May 2012. For a listing of the Farmers' Markets throughout Maryland, click here.
Hit the trail!	Explore hikes you can take throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. For details, click here.
Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks	Activities Guide howardcountymd.gov/RAP or call 410-313-PARK (410-313-7275)
Columbia Association	For details on Columbia Association’s facilities and fitness classes, visit www.columbiaassociation.com. Call the Membership Service Office at 410-730-1801 to join.
LifeTime Fitness	Life Time Fitness - Columbia
Weight Watchers	Classes in Howard County General Information