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Sunday, April 6

Bach in Baltimore — Bach’s Saint John Passion: 4-5:30 p.m., First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3604 Chatham Road, Ellicott City. 410-941-9262. bachinbaltimore.org. Oratorio dramatizes events of Christ’s crucifixion, blending chorales, recitatives, arias, and choruses. $39-$44.

Monday, April 7

Kiwanis Club of Ellicott City General Meeting: 6:30-8 p.m., Bare Bones Bar & Grill, 9150 Baltimore National Pike #22, Ellicott City. ellicottcitykiwanis.org. Help make a difference in lives of Howard County children. See what Kiwanis Club is all about. Free.

Food Addicts in Recovery Meeting: 7-8 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 6800 Oakland Mills, Columbia. 571-484-8135. foodaddicts.org. Free.

Tuesday, April 8

Seed Collection, Processing, and Germination for Native Plants: 1-2 p.m., Howard County Library System, Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-313-0760. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Learn from Master Gardener about how to harvest own seeds and legally and responsibly collect seeds in wild. Methods for stratification and storage as well as successful seed starting will also be presented. In collaboration with the Howard County Master Gardeners.

Meet Battle of the Books 2025 authors: Victoria Jamieson and Matt Phelan: 7-8 p.m., online event. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Webinar, online Q&A via Zoom, with authors Victoria Jamieson and Matt Phelan. Opportunity to submit questions during registration. The authors will answer selected questions during the virtual presentation. “When Stars Are Scattered,” by Victoria Jamieson and Omar Mohamed, is a graphic novel based on co-author Mohamed’s life growing up in a refugee camp in Kenya. “The Sheep, the Rooster, and the Duck,” by Matt Phelan, is an adventure full of secrets, fun, and reimagined historical events.

Classes on Meditation and Modern Buddhism in Columbia: 7:30-8:45 p.m., Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-243-3837. meditationmd.org. Everyone is welcome to join these classes on meditation and modern Buddhism. $8-$12.

Wednesday, April 9

Author Works: A Conversation with Denise Williams: 7-8:30 p.m., Howard County Library System, Elkridge Branch, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-5077. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Romance author Denise Williams joins Alli Jessing, head of Adult Curriculum at HCLS, for conversation celebrating Williams’ new book, “Just Our Luck.” Duo will also discuss Williams’ writing career, how romance genre continues to evolve. Books sales and signing follow the conversation. Two attendees will win free copy of book. Registration required.

Thursday, April 10

Makeup is for Everyone: Understanding Foundation & Color Theory: 7-8:30 p.m., Howard County Library System, Central Branch, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. 410-313-7800. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Learn basics of different makeup formulas and finishes in this gender-inclusive class for beauty beginners. Learn to apply color theory to foundation by mixing your own shade-match from primary color cream makeup. Supplies provided. Attendees are welcome to bring their own makeup sponge (or foundation brush) and palette knife/spatula if possible. Must be 18 or older to participate.

Friday, April 11

Nite Bite Fishing: 6-11 p.m., Centennial Park South Boat Launch, 10000 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City. tinyurl.com/HCRPNiteBiteFishing. Opportunity to fish the lake after hours. Bring fishing pole, bait, tackle, bug repellant, flashlight or lantern, chair, or boat. On-site registration only; all anglers must be checked in by 7 p.m. Under 16 years must be accompanied by adult. $5.

Saturday, April 12

Hike to the River: 9-11:30 a.m., Howard County Conservancy, 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock. 410-465-8877. howardnature.org. Join Howard County Conservancy naturalists and members of Mountain Club of Maryland on 2.5-hour, approximately 4-mile round trip hike across meadows, along tree lines and through woods from Howard County Conservancy to Patapsco River. Registration required.

GreenFest 2025: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Howard Community College, 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. Howard County’s celebration of Earth Day aims to connect residents with the resources that local businesses, non-profits and government provide to help anyone be a good steward to the environment. Local green vendors, native plant sale, workshops and demonstrations, food trucks, bike corral, giveaways.

2025 Holi Color Run and Walk: 10:30-11 a.m., Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. 2025HoliRun.eventbrite.com. Kick off celebration of Holi, the Festival of Colors, with untimed 1-mile fun run or walk through clouds of colorful powders. After the run/walk, head over to Chrysalis stage for community performances and a dance party. Wear clothing that may be stained. $30-$50.

Gentle Giants Horse Rescue at Manor Hill: Noon, Manor Hill Brewing, 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City. 410-997-7771. manorhillbrewing.com. Howard County Farm + Farm Collaboration Day coincides with Euro Series Kickoff/Kolsch release. Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue on site from noon-4 p.m. with horses for petting and pictures. The rescue, located in Mount Airy, is committed to saving draft and draft cross horses from slaughter, abuse and neglect. Tasting room, Pizza Trolley, and The Farm will be open.

Sunday, April 13

Lenten/Easter Services: 9:15 a.m.-noon, Bethany United Methodist Church, 2875 Bethany Lane, Ellicott City. 410-465-2919. bethanyum.org. Palm Sunday contemporary service. Free.

Pints & Poses Yoga at Manor Hill: 11 a.m., Manor Hill Brewing, 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City. 410-997-7771. manorhillbrewing.com. Vinyasa Flow yoga class in the hop farm, led by Jennifer L. of BreakAway Yoga Studio. 60-minute class includes a pint of farm-brewed beer (or soda) after class. Tickets must be purchased in advance. The Farm & Taproom open noon-7 p.m. Pizza Trolley open. Live music with John Benjamin from 2-5 p.m. $25.

St. Louis Church Concert Series — The Seven Last Words of Christ: 4-6 p.m., St Louis Church, 12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville. 773-592-7153. stlconcertseries.org. Join us for a special Palm Sunday concert as we reflect on the passion of Christ through a moving program of sacred music and spirituals. Free.

Recurring events

The Pacific Northwest Photography by Jay Moore: April 2-27, 11 a.m., Artists Gallery, 8197 Main St., Ellicott City. 443-325-5936. artistsgalleryec.com. Artists Gallery’s featured April show. Photographer Jay Moore’s visual journey into the Pacific Northwest. Reception on April 6 from 2-5 p.m.