BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Armed Forces Directory - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Armed Forces Directory 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:20260201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260123T183835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T183835Z UID:10007283-1769943600-1769954400@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:National Girls and Women in Sports Day DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/national-girls-and-women-in-sports-day/ LOCATION:North Laurel Community Center\, 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road\, Laurel\, MD\, 20723 CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-23-National-Girls-and-Womens-Sports-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T220000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260116T202159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T202159Z UID:10007277-1769882400-1769896800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Hearts for the Homeless Shrimp & Bull Roast DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/hearts-for-the-homeless-shrimp-bull-roast/ LOCATION:Star Centre\, 700 Congress Avenue\, Havre De Grace\, MD\, 21078 CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-16-Heart-for-the-Homeless26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T203000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260123T184020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T184020Z UID:10007284-1769626800-1769632200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:U.S. Naval Academy Honors Miles Davis Centennial DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/u-s-naval-academy-honors-miles-davis-centennial/ LOCATION:Keystone Korner Baltimore\, 1350 Lancaster St.\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21231\, United States CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground,Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-23-US-Naval-Academy-Miles-Davis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T160000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260121T200116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193136Z UID:10007280-1769353200-1769356800@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Naval Academy Band Concert DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/naval-academy-band-concert/ LOCATION:Maryland Hall\, 801 Chase St\, Annapolis\, 21401\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-21-US-Naval-Band-Concert.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260121T200852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T200852Z UID:10007281-1769252400-1769274000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Harbor Point Ice Festival DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/harbor-point-ice-festival/ LOCATION:Harbor Point Central Plaza\, 1310 Point Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21230 CATEGORIES:Aberdeen Proving Ground,Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-21-Ice-Fest.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Harbor Point":MAILTO:info@beatty.co END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20260116T202218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T202218Z UID:10007276-1769194800-1769202000@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Paint and Shake DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/paint-and-shake/ LOCATION:The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar\, 8225 Main St\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21043\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-16-paint-and-shake.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar":MAILTO:OldEC@thecrazymason.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T133000 DTSTAMP:20260724T045747 CREATED:20251229T200928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T200928Z UID:10007256-1767528000-1769866200@www.armedforcesdirectory.org SUMMARY:Mug Building Workshop DESCRIPTION:May 3\, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMMary’s Land Farm4979 Sheppard LaneEllicott City\, MD 21042 \n \n \n \n \n\nCelebrate the beauty of spring with Blooms For Her: A Mother’s Day Floral Workshop\, a joyful floral design experience held right here on the farm. Treat your mom\, yourself\, or any special woman in your life to an evening of creativity\, connection\, and seasonal blooms. \nLed by designer Lisa Derx\, who grows thousands of stunning flowers in Howard County\, this relaxed two-hour class will guide you through creating your own fresh floral centerpiece. Lisa will share simple design principles\, easy arranging techniques\, and helpful tips for keeping your flowers looking vibrant and long-lasting. \nAll flowers\, vases\, and tools will be provided—so you can simply enjoy the process of designing something beautiful. Light refreshments will be available\, and guests are welcome to bring a favorite wine to sip while creating. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nBasic floral design principles \n\n\nHow to create balanced\, beautiful flower arrangements \n\nTips for keeping fresh flowers lasting longer\n\nPricing\nTickets: $85.00\nPrice varies based on group size and selected options \nArrival & Session Instructions\nArrival Location \nPlease enter the farm using the main Sheppard Lane entrance: 4979 Sheppard Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD 21042 \nCheck-InAll guests must check in at the Farm Store before proceeding to the barn. \nArrival TimePlease arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled session. This allows time for check-in and travel to the barn (walking or driving). \nLate ArrivalsYour booking time is your exact session start and end time. We host back-to-back groups and cannot extend sessions for late arrivals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets! URL:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/event/mug-building-workshop/ LOCATION:Clay Coven Pottery Studio\, 8600 Foundry Street\, Savage\, MD\, 20763\, United States CATEGORIES:Fort Meade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.armedforcesdirectory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-29-mug-workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clay Coven Pottery Studio":MAILTO:claycovenpottery@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR