BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Armed Forces Directory - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Armed Forces Directory REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260413T162923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T162924Z UID:10007359-1777125600-1777147200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:MYFest: Merriweather Youth Festival DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/myfest-merriweather-youth-festival/ LOCATION:Merriweather Post Pavilion\, 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21044\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-13-MY-fest.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Merriweather Arts & Culture Center":MAILTO:info@merriweatherarts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260413T163327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T163328Z UID:10007360-1777204800-1777230000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Charmed Farm Festival DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/charmed-farm-festival/ LOCATION:Manor Hill Farm\, 4411 Manor Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21042\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-13-Charmed-Farm-Fest.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Manor Hill Farm":MAILTO:corey@manorhillbrewing.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260413T163250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T163251Z UID:10007358-1777208400-1777226400@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Silver Spring Mother's Day Arts & Crafts Spring Fair DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/silver-spring-mothers-day-arts-crafts-spring-fair/ LOCATION:Veterans Plaza\, 1 Veterans Place\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910 CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-13-Arts-and-Crafts-Fair.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260417T191540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T191541Z UID:10007364-1777401000-1777406400@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Lucky Lane After Hours: Mother's Day Edition DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/lucky-lane-after-hours-mothers-day-edition/ LOCATION:Lucky Lane Interiors\, 8133 Main Street\, Ellicott City\, Maryland\, 21043\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-17-lucky-lane-afterhours.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lucky Lane":MAILTO:hello@luckylaneinteriors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T235959 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260403T165945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T165959Z UID:10007346-1777593600-1777679999@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:May Day DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/may-day/ LOCATION:Annapolis\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-03-May-Day.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County":MAILTO:INFO@VISITANNAPOLIS.ORG END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T184054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T184055Z UID:10007368-1777887000-1777924800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Harbor Cruises DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mothers-day-harbor-cruises/ LOCATION:Darling Charters Annapolis\, 301 Fourth Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21403\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Mothers-Day-Cruises.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Darling Charters":MAILTO:info@darlingcharters.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T203000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T183851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T183852Z UID:10007367-1778178600-1778185800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/blooms-for-her-a-mothers-day-floral-workshop/ LOCATION:Mary’s Land Farm\, 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicot City\, MD\, 21042 CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Blooms-for-Her.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Mary's Land Farm":MAILTO:info@mary.farm END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T183821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T183822Z UID:10007366-1778320800-1778328000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Out & Garden Tours DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mothers-day-out-garden-tours/ LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy\, 10520 Old Frederick Road\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Mothers-Day-Out.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T184005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T184007Z UID:10007369-1778407200-1778428800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch at Turf Valley Resort DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mothers-day-brunch-at-turf-valley-resort/ LOCATION:Turf Valley Resort\, 2700 Turf Valley Road\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21042\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Brunch.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Turf Valley Resort":MAILTO:visitus@turfvalley.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T150000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T184204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T184206Z UID:10007370-1778410800-1778425200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mothers-day-brunch/ LOCATION:Captain’s Daughter\, 100 Westgate Circle\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Mothers-Day-Brunch.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T220000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260420T184222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T184222Z UID:10007371-1778432400-1778450400@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Dinner DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mothers-day-dinner/ LOCATION:Captain’s Daughter\, 100 Westgate Circle\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-20-Mothers-Day-Dinner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T100000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260511T210713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T210714Z UID:10007393-1778661000-1778666400@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Chamber Breakfast at Lightbridge Academy DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/chamber-breakfast-at-lightbridge-academy/ LOCATION:Lightbridge Academy\, 984 Waugh Chapel Way\, Gambrills\, Maryland\, 21054\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-11-breakfast-mixer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260501T164546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T164728Z UID:10007376-1778850000-1778859000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:America’s 250 Afternoon Cruise DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/americas-250-afternoon-cruise/ LOCATION:Darling Charters Annapolis\, 301 Fourth Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21403\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-01-America-250th-Cruise.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Darling Charters":MAILTO:info@darlingcharters.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T235959 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260506T214037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T214038Z UID:10007379-1778889600-1779494399@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:U.S. Naval Academy Commissioning Week DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/u-s-naval-academy-commissioning-week/ LOCATION:U. S. Naval Academy\, 121 Blake Rd\, Naval Academy\, MD\, 21402\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-05-04-Commissioning-week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T175644 CREATED:20260311T214705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T214707Z UID:10007329-1780475400-1780495200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:CMMC Summit 2026 DESCRIPTION:Jan 15\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMBlackwall Barn & Lodge6000 Merriweather Dr suite b140Columbia\, MD 21044 \n \n \n \n The HCEDA is hosting their annual event for Howard County business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business. The Howard County Economic Development Authority is hosting the annual New Year celebration for HCEDA partners and friends\, business owners\, entrepreneurs and those who wish to do business with them. This event will be at The Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia and feature a gourmet menu and open bar. Join us for a rollicking evening of networking\, fine food\, full bar\, and fantastic jazz. The menu includes lobster tails\, crab cakes\, beef short ribs and pork osso bucco. The band is none other than Unified Jazz Ensemble\, innovative performers of jazz standards and original compositions. Secure your spot now for a night of toe-tapping tunes\, exquisite cuisine\, and a celebration that will set the tone for a fantastic year ahead. Don’t miss out on the magic – let’s welcome the New Year in jazzy elegance with members of our business community! This event is a networking opportunity for the Howard County business community and is open to all business owners and entrepreneurs. RegistrationTickets: $85 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/cmmc-summit-2026/ LOCATION:Technology Advancement Center\, 7000 Columbia Gateway Dr #150\, Columbia\, Maryland\, 21046\, United States CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground,Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-11-CMMC-Summit.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cybersecurity Association":MAILTO:info@cyber-association.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR