Local Girl Scout writes, sells book to fund camp scholarships

Ellicott Mills Middle Schooler Laila Peterson used her camp experience as inspiration for book about friendship and being kind to others.

10 Tips: Fishing with Your Kids in Howard County

Howard County has no shortage of lakes to take your kids out and have a great time. Originally posted at HowardCountyDads.com

Santa Claus Visits Children at Seasons 52 Benefit for Grassroots

The Mall in Columbia supports the annual fundraiser, student volunteers serve full house

Crickets: Music & Play Class for 4 to 6 Year Olds!

Children Gain Self-Awareness, Cognitive Abilities & Music Appreciation

Voices of Peace: Children’s Chorus of Maryland Annual Holiday

Children’s Chorus of Maryland celebrates its 43rd annual holiday concert on December 2nd at the Gordon Center for the Performing Arts.

Seasons 52 Hosts Breakfast with Santa as Benefit for Grassroots

Register now for Dec. 1 or 8; first come, first served for limited seating

Restoring Fish Passage on the Patapsco River

The Bloede Dam will be breached for aquatic connectivity on Sept. 5. Families can expect 17 miles of contiguous river for swimming, fishing

Sing 'n Play Shindig at Children's Chorus of Maryland

Sing Your Way Back to School at this Fun, Free Event!

Like Father, Like Son In Ellicott City

For Father's Day 2018, we asked for your favorite father-son photos. Here is one from Ellicott City.

Mini-Me Smiles Just Like Mom: Mother's Day Photos

Help us celebrate Mother's Day 2018 by sending in your mother-daughter look-alike photo.

Family Fun and Community Game Night Set April 14 at Bain Center

Benefit for MakingChange includes DJ, arts and crafts, ice cream station, raffles, games and prizes

Family Friendly Soup'r Sundae is Sunday, March 18

All the soup and ice cream you can eat, hundreds of silent auction bargains, music, activities for children

HCAC Offers Fun & Exciting New Sessions in Summer Camp 2018!

Choose from 9 one-week camp sessions. Half-day and full-day available. Camps run June 25 - August 24, 2018.

Burleigh Manor Middle Hosts Fall Fling Nov. 17

Proceeds benefit Grassroots Change Matters campaign to help families in crisis

Mt Airy Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol Holds Cadet Change of Command Ceremony

Civil Air Patrol's Mt Airy Squadron holds Cadet Change of Command Ceremony at Mt Airy Veterans of Foreign Wars

Adolescent Mental Health Program Tomorrow

Ellicott Mills Middle School staff and PTA hosting free event

Howard County to Hold Preschool and Child Care Information Fair

Howard County’s Dept. of Community Resources and Services will host 'Children On Board' for families on Sunday, January 29.

National Chamber Ensemble Announces 2016 Outstanding Young Artist Achievement Award

Ellicott Mills Middle School student Brandon Du, 12 years old, earns the prestigious award for his violinist skills.

Children's Chorus of Maryland to Hold Auditions

Children Who Love to Sing Are Invited To Sign Up!

Ellicott City Wish Kid Has Wish Granted With Help from Local Orthopedic Surgeon

10-Year-Old Make-A-Wish Kid Ava Gets Hero Medal at Special Ceremony.

Advocate for a Child with Mental Health Needs

Learn more about becoming a court-appointed special advocate!

Family Fun Day at Patapsco Valley State Park

Free park event for the public. Fun activities for the whole family!

Children's Chorus of Maryland Class Demonstration Day

Register your child for a free music class and learn about CCM's Music Conservatory Program On Saturday, April 9.

Next Festive Friday Set for Dec. 11 at Lakefront

Free family friendly holiday entertainment in Downtown Columbia

Breakfast With Santa at Nordstrom Dec. 12

Youngsters, parents and grandparents invited to benefit for Grassroots

Nordstrom Hosts Two Breakfasts With Santa

St. Nick joins kids and their families Dec. 5 and 12 at renovated cafe

GOOD NEWS! Songs for Pope, Stranded Motorists Saved, Free Flu Shots + Pet Rescues

Plus, Maryland's first Simply Mac opens, raising money for charities, vying for Super Bowl ad, military appreciation and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Taylor Swift Corn Maze, Best Place to Live, Pitch Across Maryland Tour + MDA Fundraiser

Plus, Kohl's stores hiring, vintage cafe opens, runner-up "American Ninja Warrior," Bel Air fights hunger and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! 9/11 Memorials, Cal Ripken Honor, Cops Helping Elderly + Where to See Pope Francis

Plus, Miami Heat signs Columbia man, Aldi stores hiring, Ocean City Brewing opens taphouse, making online sales safer and more from Patch.

Top 10 Baby Names in Maryland

The Social Security Administration recently released its lists of the most popular baby names in each state in 2014.

GOOD NEWS! Horse Rescue, Best Town in America, Top Schools + State Fair Preview

Plus, random act of kindness, county fair photos, top schools in the country, first-day-of-school photos, and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Top High Schools, Women Entrepreneurs and Maryland BBQ Bash Pics

Plus, HdG named Great Small Town, Gov. Hogan says cancer is dead, animal adoptions, youths donate vegetables and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Ravens Legend, Lottery Winner, Olympic Swimmers, Cat's Owner Thanks Next Adoptive Home

Plus, new restaurant week announced, county fair, most educated city, schools of the year, dog saves suicidal man and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Lottery Millionaire, Veteran Escort, and Best High School Teachers

Plus, National Night Out photos from White March, Bethesda, Rockville, Anne Arundel, Columbia and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Veteran Rescued, Boy's Hand Transplants, Happiest Places, Best Business City

Plus, National Night Out plans, new US citizens, new restaurants open, top Maryland colleges, artist honored and more from Patch.

GOOD NEWS! Pluto Pics, Dog Rescue, Olympic Dreams + New Giant Store

Plus, endangered manatee visits bay, school system honored, new businesses, Howard County group receives $52K grant and more from Patch.

Good News! Best Foodie Cities, Bel Air Sub Shop Opening, Diner to be Preserved

Plus, fight against youth smoking, business openings, Bowie's 100th anniversary, heroes on parade, and more from Patch.

Do Minions Happy Meal Toys Curse?

WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths. Tell us what you think in comments.

Good News! Bel Air Kids Thank Cops, Gov. Hogan Thanks Well-Wishers, Boy Survives Eight-Story Fall + World Police Games

Plus, Annapolis Irish Festival, Towson filmmakers honored, First Sunday Arts Fest, kung fu school opens, cop for a day and more from Patch.

Good News! Salon Offers Storm Respite, Playful City, Summer Road Trips + Good Samaritan

Plus, Telly Award for Harford cable, firefighters donate books to families in need, 750K oysters planted by volunteers and more from Patch.