COME CHEER FOR OUR KHS GIRL'S BASKETBALL TEAMS!!! 5:30PM JV game, 7PM Varsity game                    vs Parkville HS   GO LADY BLUEBIRDS!!! We invite the entire Essex/Middle River community to come out and show your support for our student-athletes. The KHS Athletics Booster Club will have concessions available for purchase, as well as BlueBirds Spirit Wear.  All proceeds benefit KHS Athletics.

COME CHEER FOR OUR KHS GIRL'S BASKETBALL TEAMS!!! 5:30PM JV game, 7PM Varsity game                    vs Parkville HS   GO LADY BLUEBIRDS!!!

We invite the entire Essex/Middle River community to come out and show your support for our student-athletes. The KHS Athletics Booster Club will have concessions available for purchase, as well as BlueBirds Spirit Wear.  All proceeds benefit KHS Athletics.

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Greater North Point Day - a celebration of the residents, communities and businesses of the North Point, Dundalk, and Rosedale communities but everyone is welcome. Saturday, April 25 from 10 am to 5 pm. At Eastpoint Mall - the parking lots on the North Point Blvd side For the kids - Touch-A-Truck, face painting, 5 mascots. Several bands. Greater North Point Car Show. A Marketplace with vendors and arts and crafts. Food Trucks - a variety of foods and treats. For information - <a href="https://www.Greater-North-Point-Day.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.Greater-North-Point-Day.com</a> To participate as a vendor or food truck - <a href="https://www.Greater-North-Point-Day-Participants.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.Greater-North-Point-Day-Participants.com</a> Sponsors Welcome - we'll promote you on our web site, social media, and at the event <a href="https://www.Greater-North-Point-Day.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.Greater-North-Point-Day.com</a> Call or text 410-824-4400&nbsp;&nbsp;Email - <a href="mailto:Greater.North.Point.Day@outlook.com">Greater.North.Point.Day@outlook.com</a>
Call or Text - 410-824-4400

Local Event: Greater North Point Day

Greater North Point Day

Greater North Point Day - a celebration of the residents, communities and businesses of the North Point, Dundalk, and Rosedale...

Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or shine. This free, family-friendly event will be held at Fireman’s Field Park and inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink at 250 South Nursery Avenue.

Enjoy a full day of live music and performances across multiple stages, along with an art exhibit, games, chalk art, and a variety of interactive activities. Browse offerings from local vendors featuring handcrafted goods, food, beverages, and more. There will be fun for all ages, including face painting, glitter tattoos, sidewalk chalk art, and t-shirt or tote bag decorating. Local non-profits will also be on-site sharing information and resources. Special activities will highlight and celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. 
Inside the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink—transformed into the Art Hall—you’ll find more than 30 works of art, live performances, art demonstrations, and hands-on activities including quilt square decorating and an Instrument Petting Zoo. Be sure to pick up a festival scavenger hunt booklet and complete it for a chance to win a prize! 
Thank you to the sponsors of the festival: Renewal by Andersen, The Back Nine Golf Leesburg, Northern Virginia Orthodontics, Bank of Clarke Foundation, Longhouse Architects, Valley Energy, the Bush Tabernacle Skating Rink, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. If you or your business are interested in sponsoring this event, please email <a href="mailto:events@purcellvilleva.gov">events@purcellvilleva.gov</a>. 
The Purcellville Music and Arts Festival is jointly hosted by the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Purcellville Arts Council, and the Town of Purcellville. For more information about the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival please visit <a href="https://www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.purcellvillemusicandartsfestival.com</a> and follow PVilleMusicArts on Facebook.

Local Event: Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

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Bring your family and friends to the Purcellville Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, April 25 from noon to 7 p.m. rain or...

Children's Playhouse of Maryland, Inc.

The Children's Playhouse of Maryland in residence on the campus of CCBC, Essex Proudly Presents
"HADESTOWN - Teen Edition"
Book, Music &amp; Lyrics by Anaïs Mitchell

Directed by Liz Boyer Hunnicutt Musical Direction by Charlotte Evans Choreography by Lauren Stuart
“Achingly beautiful, thought-provoking, powerful and prophetic.” – Newsday&nbsp;Winner of 8 Tony Awards Including Best Musical!
Journey with CPM to the Underworld... and back again.
The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice comes alive in Hadestown: Teen Edition, a hauntingly beautiful musical about love, sacrifice, and defying the odds.
With live music, a vibrant, folk-jazz score and a story that takes audiences on a thrilling ride between hope and despair, freedom and fate.
Don’t miss this powerful finale to CPM’s season, told by the voices of our next generation of storytellers.
Performance Dates - Friday, May 1, 8*, 15 @ 7pm Saturday, May 2, 9, 16 @ 1pmSunday, May 17 @ 1pm
*The Performance on Friday, May 8 will be American Sign Language Interpreted by students from the CCBC Interpreter Preparation Program. 
Reserve your seats now! Skip the line at the door!
Tickets On Sale - $15 Adult; $10 Youth 18 and Under Free Admission for CCBC Students with CCBC ID.
Group Rates Available
Purchase Tickets Online by visiting<a href="https://ccbctickets.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community College of Baltimore County | Ticketing - Ticket Office Home</a>by calling our Box Office at 443-840-2787 or at the door while they last.&nbsp;
Advance Reservations are highly recommended.
All Performances take place in the Administration Building Lecture Hall, adjacent to Parking Lot #4, on the campus of CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21237
Please go to <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ccbcmd.edu%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdVRidHQ4UVFVNnNiMmhpQXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7QmUXxb5gfsQCGQhYCw0zYE3pXtnK4jyVZLppcEO1NTpFuOlWJViqZP07aww_aem_Z64lCdICXHkKiO91zL7_eg&amp;h=AT1yj5BX506483AqBWCN9W6G7SVfwMpN6x4rVr3sdNWbu9Ll_yWD6lb1DHZnsGJSQZyQtVi_89_lP1RyJRJXE9zrfN0vHGvJy9b9shSDqIE8WrO4F07hXuxDT3SJhX0T6GOwIcr-LOk6PDLo75tRqwmQiVvvYsGG&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT0JFITA0Eg7W2GidGYNXDBZHT224wLtzFeTIiL92kn9OA2-j_I5iBqDcD_79viGo3HZA4104ffIr2H6u2mhYM-Cm7fTZqVeMfpTJAjI3Yz9ysOgJfri7sinZlkqCUfb5m7C7btYDIFGvHRGwIxeEW6nbQlRIXvU-pQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ccbcmd.edu</a> for directions and a map of campus. "HADESTOWN - Teen Edition" is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. To learn more about the show visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.concordtheatricals.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">concordtheatricals.com/</a>

<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fmtishows.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUGM4MGw2b3VHdzBmamNjd3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6hSKjh-ojpObRIQqhw-tXwTWwHKx_NTg7FArBANj3FFwtkY7diepVqW2qFuQ_aem_usZQIvoFHWTg-vGSBlgLRw&amp;h=AT7LE_8WIq2BCpQPeNwIkas3YMl_jYJcs7c-eUdOiM97Nkto2sx5k4j-AzB5u1XYV4mFYfjrA2k1lIDW_Loki-5fGKpxpcM6OtCyNJ9a8oA72iwp6Dff6r7sofTFyVrKKg9iDYTbXmT8saxn&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT6e8A1a1_50NTRZHnahaDE1JYEmmtYV3pBOFBKMsvUWekR9vSHBB9lBrkYi2RBr9yjsvT7TxQo8S0n2kEmSnkPh35W6zsiz1dAKQUeC4uBqGOn96jiu4fKCzNRCitEM3-GnI_AZ2-KsD7ZAn1DLVgSRwDicZYkOotw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Questions? cpm@ccbcmd.edu

Local Event: Hadestown - Teen Edition - Live On Stage

Hadestown - Teen Edition - Live On Stage

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Vendor Members Group&nbsp;cordially invites you to Shop • Mingle • Eat at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!&nbsp;on May 2nd; As a premier shopping experience where creativity meets community, we feature juried artists, food, and craft vendors with unique gifts for all ages at affordable prices. 
Vendor Members Group (VMG) is a juried professional association dedicated to supporting artisanal brands and small-batch food vendors.Held on MAY 2 • 9:30 am-2:30 pm at Timonium UMC: 2300 Pot Spring Road, Timonium, MD 21093


•&nbsp;Since 2021, 33 Arts &amp; Crafts Events •&nbsp;A+ Rating, BBB OF MD Accredited •&nbsp;6th Multi-Annual Year •&nbsp;Admission is complimentary •&nbsp;Tour bus parking is available •&nbsp;Affordable, variety of locally sourced treasures for all agesWe are thrilled to meet new and returning customers, and hope to see you! Thank you for your dedication and support of our small business artist community.


Also seeking volunteers, sponsors, &amp; authentic specialty makers; Go to our official website below. Artists, Food preparers, and Crafters — let VMG help you discover your ideal customers, increase sales, and build lasting brand recognition across MD.&nbsp;Complete the <a href="https://www.vendormembersgroup.com/join-vmg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Interested Vendor Form</a> from our official site:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vendormembersgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.VendorMembersGroup.com</a>
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Vendor Members Group & the Markets Of Crafts...

Vendor Members Group cordially invites you to Shop • Mingle • Eat at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! on May 2nd; As a premier...

Vendor Members Group & the Markets Of Crafts Galore

The free&nbsp;<a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo&nbsp;</a>is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with employers via Zoom.
<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/schedule-of-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Expo program</a>&nbsp;10 a.m. - 3 p.m*
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10:00 a.m.) The jobseekers start their day off with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers 
aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, 
tools, and insights to support their career journey.</li><li>Employer Presentations (12:00 p.m. - 3 p.m.) 
 Employers, at your scheduled time, this is when you share information about your current full and part-time job 
openings. Jobseekers will ask you questions via the Zoom chat,
 making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li></ul>
<a href="https://accessjca.formstack.com/forms/employer_registration_form_howard_county_maryland_expo_copy_2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Employers:</a> If
 your organization has at least three job openings, this is your 
opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more 
and register today at <a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HowardExpo.AccessJCA.org</a>
Registration is free and required.&nbsp;Take advantage of this opportunity to find talented and motivated employee prospects and <a href="https://accessjca.formstack.com/forms/employer_registration_form_howard_county_maryland_expo_copy_2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">register today!</a>
*We will extend the employment expo to accommodate additional employers.*
The&nbsp;free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is funded by the&nbsp;Howard County, MD - Office on Aging and Independence and supported by&nbsp;the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) of Greater Washington.
If you need this information in an alternate format or need accommodations to participate, call Maryland Access Point at 410-313-1234 (voice/relay) at least one week in advance.
JCA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Employers. Register Today - The Howard County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

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