High school

Family Development Samaritan Foundation is hosting our annual Back 2 School Drive and Family Fun Day! Noon, Saturday, September 3, 2022 .This year we are excited to have community organizations for students and families to connect with and learn more about opportunities available to you. Doors will open at noon and the drive will run until all supplies are given out.  

The first 50 people will receive a free backpack (limit 2 per family) 

The HopeWorks’ Youth Leadership Project is a service-learning program dedicated to empowering teens to challenge systems of oppression and prevent relationship violence. Youth Leadership is open to teens ages 13 – 18 of all genders, backgrounds, and identities. This project provides an affirming and safe space for all students. 

Youth Leaders will: 

·        engage in discussion, 

·        raise their social consciousness, 

·        participate in several creative projects and activism throughout the year, 

August 20 and 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Visit Howard Community College’s downtown Columbia campus for assistance with all enrollment services. The test center opens at 9 a.m., followed by the opening of the admissions and advising, records and registration, cashiers, and financial aid offices at 10 a.m.

For more information, visit howardcc.edu/SaturdayHours

Greetings all HoCo residents, 

We are recruiting for our 20th Cohort of future Solar and Renewable Energy champions. 

Located in Long Reach Village Center, we serve Howard County residents who are interested in starting careers in Solar and Renewable Energy. 

Trainees obtain industry recognized certifications and credentials and employment placement assistance once complete. 

Classes are held online Mon thru Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

We are recruiting youth, age 10-17, who have had a recent concussion and children, age 11-17, who have never had a concussion; for a research study about brain recovery after concussion, in relation to motor performance and brain connectivity. This study involves three visits over the course of 1 year & each visit can be completed online via Zoom, or in-person at Kennedy Krieger. Online visits last 1-2 hours & in-person visits last 3-5 hours.

August 11, 12 – 2 p.m.

Come enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Howard Community College with campus tours, music, food, and prizes to get you in the back-to-school spirit! We will have the services you need to apply and register for classes, plus giveaways and scholarships available. Get an up-close look at all HCC offers, from degree programs that transfer to four-year universities to hands-on training to prepare you for in-demand careers. No matter where you want to go, your future starts at HCC!

Ayreheart, a progressive folk trio, will perform on Friday, Aug. 12, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., in the Spirit Center at Glen Mar Church, 4701 New Cut Road, Ellicott City. Admission is free. Visit www.glenmarumc.org/summerconcerts for more information.

MLQ Championship is hosted once a year in August. It is a three-day event featuring talented quidditch athletes of all genders from across the U.S. and Canada. Whether you are an avid sports fan looking to watch athleticism on display, or a fan of the wizarding world looking to see your favorite sport in person, this event has something for everyone!

Join us in-person or virtually for the Howard County Autism Society’s Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run! The event brings together those touched by Autism and members of the community in a supportive, energizing and fun environment. Along with the race itself, enjoy the 5K’s village featuring sponsors, family-friendly activities and entertainment, grab-and-go snacks, and more.