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And on the Ellicott City Patch calendar - Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

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Hello Ellicott City! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Discover the mysterious stone ruins tucked inside an Ellicott City subdivision.
  • Meet Ellicott City's scholarship-winning Pony Club rider and her big plans

Also on today's calendar: Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: A stray afternoon t-shower, temps: high: 87, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Very warm with some sun, with a high of 89 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• You Won't Believe This Place Is Actually in Maryland (myfamilytravels.com) — Hidden in an Ellicott City neighborhood, the Terra Maria ruins of St. Charles College offer an easy, free, and surprisingly dramatic historic stop just steps from street parking. The piece explains the 1911 fire, how to visit respectfully in this residential pocket, and how to pair a quick ruins visit with time on Historic Ellicott City's Main Street and nearby Howard County parks.
   

• Six Outstanding Pony Club Members Earn College Scholarships from the United States Pony Clubs (americanhorsepubs.org) — An Ellicott City Pony Club member, Ella Riley, has earned a national Bodgie Read Memorial Scholarship for her dedication to dressage, eventing, and volunteerism while studying equine science at the University of Kentucky. The announcement highlights six standout Pony Club members nationwide, showcasing how youth equestrians turn local riding experience into college opportunities and leadership roles.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Single tickets for HAMILTON at the Hippodrome are on sale now —Patrick Evan Read on Patch
  • Be aware of your surroundings.
    This morning while walking my 20lb Dog, a fox followed us from about 30 yds away. I yelled at her, making myself look big, the fox didn't run off. I… (Nextdoor Rogers)
  • Hello Neighbors.
    Please help!! I'm looking for reputable contractor recommendation from homeowners in Ellicott City/Columbia area who have done a recent basement… (Nextdoor Dorsey Search)
  • i9 Sports Corporation posted a job opening for Sport Coordinator Athlete Development in Catonsville. Apply here.
  • PeopleShare, Inc. posted a job opening for 2nd Shift Pack and Ship in Columbia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ellicott City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Catonsville

  • Full Stack Developer with AI - ServIT Consulting LLC - Woodlawn, MD, US (dice.com)

Columbia

  • Man convicted of first-degree murder in 2023 Columbia double shooting (wmar2news.com)
  • Neighborhood used as cut-through for Rt. 29 and Broken Land Parkway; Neighbors urge traffic safety upgrades (wmar2news.com)

Ok Ellicott City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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