Essex United Methodist Church is having its' 39th Annual Ham and Oyster Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 2nd from 11:30 to 5:00.  Our oysters are freshly padded and fried to order, and all you can eat.  Tickets are $20 in advance, $21 at the door and $6 for children 5 to 12.  For tickets please call Pat at 410-687-2548.

Essex United Methodist Church is having its' 39th Annual Ham and Oyster Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 2nd from 11:30 to 5:00.  Our oysters are freshly padded and fried to order, and all you can eat.  Tickets are $20 in advance, $21 at the door and $6 for children 5 to 12.  For tickets please call Pat at 410-687-2548.

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Ham  &  Oyster Dinner

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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

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Virginia

Purcellville Music and Arts Festival

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

Timonium United Methodist Church

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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Local Event: Vendor Members Group & the Markets Of Crafts Galore

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

Howard County

Columbia

Employers. Register Today - The Howard County...

The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with employers...

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

Annapolis

Mark Your Calendars: The Blue Angels Are Coming...

The Blue Angels will be in town soon, making appearances during Naval Academy Commissioning Week in Annapolis. Here's what you need to know.

Mark Your Calendars: The Blue Angels Are Coming To Town

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5 Kids Facing Charges Following Fight At Towson...

Police said some of the students were also involved in a second fight at Dumbarton Middle School on Tuesday. 

5 Kids Facing Charges Following Fight At Towson Bus Stop

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Montgomery County

Rockville

MD Chef Snags Food Network Win

Maryland restaurateur Bryan Voltaggio was named the victor of the Food Network's latest "Tournament of Champions" cooking competition.

'Until The Next One': MD Chef Wins Food Network Contest

Restaurants & Bars

Women Sentenced For Selling Dentist Over $100K...

Three women were sentenced for selling a dentist more than $100,000 worth of oxycodone pills that were obtained through Medicaid claims. 

Women Sentenced For Selling Dentist Over $100K Of Oxycodone

The Thrift Boutique Announces Expansion Plans

The Thrift Boutique has signed on to a warehouse lease in Essex, with plans to expand the retail store over the next five years.

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