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Sunday, March 23

Sensory-Friendly Sunday: 10:30-noon, Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia. 410-313-0400. howardcountymd.gov/RobinsonNatureCenter. “Wake Up Wildlife,” designed for families with kids, teens, and adults with sensory-processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities. Nature Center exhibits, trails and outdoor play area open early. Self-paced activities including sensory bins and pathways, scavenger hunts, crafts, or planetarium movies. All ages welcome. Preregistration recommended. $3-$5.

Monday, March 24

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

Tuesday, March 25

Coffee with a Cop: 9-11 a.m., Starbucks, 5400 Lynx Lane, Columbia. Cup of coffee and chat with patrol and community outreach officers. Open to all, drop in at any time. Free.

Community Health Forum: 5-6 p.m., Central Branch Library, Maxine White Room, 10375 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia. 410-313-6204. howardcountymd.gov/events. Help the Howard County Local Health Improvement Coalition (HCLHIC) gather ideas to improve local health and wellness. Food provided.

Wednesday, March 26

Truist Bank Financial Education: Becoming a Homeowner: 7-8 p.m., Howard County Library System, Glenwood Branch, 2350 State Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5577. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Course provides basic overview of homeownership process and introduces important tools and resources for future use. Lissett Johnson, assistant vice president — Financial Inclusion Leader I, at Truist Bank, shares information on how to determine if homeownership is right choice; develop budgeting and saving strategies; plan for homeownership; navigate the mortgage process. Registration required.

Thursday, March 27

Lafayette: The Most Dangerous Man of All: 7-8 p.m., Howard County Library System, Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-1950. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Over the last 250 years, Americans have named at least 600 towns, counties, parks, lakes, rivers, and schools for the Marquis de Lafayette, the French knight who helped their ancestors break from Britain. Beyond America, Lafayette’s name can be hard to find. Historian Richard Bell tackles contrast in talk about Lafayette and America and other places have chosen to remember him. Register with email address to receive immediate registration confirmation with link to join event; walk-ins welcome.

Friday, March 28

Reel Talk: “Wicked” Sing-A-Long: 3-5 p.m., Howard County Library System, Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-313-0760. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Musical event with snacks provided. This month’s movie is “Wicked,” an on-screen adaptation of Broadway musical.

Trans Day of Visibility 2025: 4-7:30 p.m., Elkridge 50+ Senior Center, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-6430. eventbrite.com. Hosted by the Howard County LGBTQIA+ Commission, in partnership with the Office of Human Rights and Equity, this year’s celebration invites trans community and allies to join a night of games, trivia, crafts, socializing, a reading room with books provided by the Howard County Library System, resources for the trans community, a dance party, and more. All ages welcome; youth under 16 must be accompanied by adult). A “quiet hour” will be held from 4-5 p.m., with no music being played. Free.

Saturday, March 29

Community Health Forum: 4-5 p.m., Elkridge Library, Belmont Room, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-6204. howardcountymd.gov/events. Help the Howard County Local Health Improvement Coalition (HCLHIC) gather ideas to improve local health and wellness. Food provided.

Misako Ballet Presents: Cherry Blossom Dance Party: 4-5:30 p.m., Howard County Library System, Miller Branch, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-1950. howardcounty.librarycalendar.com. Join Misako Ballet Company to celebrate spring with an hour of dance, music, storytelling, crafts and more. Recommended for ages 5-12. Tickets are available at children’s desk 15 minutes before class.

HoCo HaHa’s Circus/Magic Variety Show: 7-9:30 p.m., Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, 8045 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia. 410-313-4714. howardcountymd.gov/events. Doors open 6 p.m. Show features family performances with variety of artists including jugglers, magicians and circus performers. $20-$50.

Celebrating Black and Indigenous Composers: 7:30-8:45 p.m., Hammond High School, 8800 Guilford Road, Columbia. eventbrite.com. Hear works of famous 18th-century composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint Georges, known as the Black Mozart; and living Indigenous composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate by the Movement in Music Ensemble. Howard County Poet Laureate, Truth Thomas, joins as a narrator. Second half features Fuchs Serenade to be performed memorized and choreographed by musicians. Free.

Sunday, March 30

Books & Beers in the Barn: Noon, Manor Hill Brewing, 4411 Manor Lane, Ellicott City. 410-997-7771. manorhillbrewing.com. Farm and Taproom open from noon-7 p.m. Spring edition of Books & Beers in the Barn from noon-4 p.m., hosted by Backwater Books independent bookstore in Old Ellicott City. Adults and children can browse new books, gifts, stationery, and more in event barn. Beer or seltzer available for adults. Live music from Will Sims from 2-5 p.m. Pizza Trolley open all weekend.

Recurring events

Blossoms of Hope Artists Gallery: Through March 30, Artists Gallery, 8197 Main St., Ellicott City. 443-325-5936. artistsgalleryec.com. Artists Gallery is participating in county-wide Blossoms of Hope Show 2025 with original work by gallery artists.

Youth Art Month: Art/Work — Demystifying the Artistic Practice: Through March 30, Howard County Center for the Arts, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-2787. hocoarts.org. Celebration of Youth Art Month in partnership with HCPSS featuring artwork by K-12 students. Includes HoCo Arts Summer Arts Camp preview. Reception March 5, 5-7 p.m. Free.

In Full Bloom — A Celebration of Blossoms of Hope: Through March 30, Howard County Center for the Arts, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. 410-313-2787. hocoarts.org. Invitational exhibit in conjunction with Blossoms of Hope’s Countywide Art Show. Featuring artworks inspired by Howard County’s blossoming trees. Free.