HoCoMoJo | Site-Wide Activity https://hocomojo.org/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:51:21 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=5.1.2 en-US 30 hourly 2 75267aad076e3de29184c37a46b6c38a hocomojo wrote a new post, BSO Concert Thwarted By Merriweather Post Pavilion, on the site HoCoMoJo https://hocomojo.org/?p=45200 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 01:28:01 -0400 This weekend, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performed in Howard County for the first time in decades. In a collaboration with the Inner Arbor Trust, the BSO planned a free family concert of orchestral music […]

]]> 0 ba19ca67bd29d8616b48790b6a7a4169 hocomojo wrote a new post, Environmental Awards Nominations, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43361 Thu, 31 Jan 2019 18:12:29 -0500 HoCo Department of Public Works’ Bureau of Environmental Services has opened nominations for its annual “Business Recycling and Waste Reduction” and “Green Community Leadership” awards. Deadline for nominatio […]

]]> 0 bdb06c2b8635ff84509871eb1f5ad130 hocomojo wrote a new post, Board Of Education Cluster Assignments, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43351 Mon, 10 Dec 2018 21:30:40 -0500 Howard County public schools are divided into school clusters, which are assigned to individual Board members to facilitate school visitations, attendance at special events, and points of contact for each school […]

]]> 0 73d8bdbf64a16235a855635bd961a061 hocomojo wrote a new post, Police Chief Gary L. Gardner announces retirement, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43346 Thu, 06 Dec 2018 22:25:03 -0500 Police Chief Gary L. Gardner announces retirement

After a 35-year career with the Howard County Police Department, Police Chief Gary L. Gardner is announcing his retirement. His final work day will be Dec. […]

]]> 0 e9a242db02be379012273a38d787dc63 hocomojo wrote a new post, HoCo Rec & Parks Winter Classes, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43349 Thu, 06 Dec 2018 15:45:36 -0500 Registration is now open to HoCo residents for Rec & Parks classes and events.

Out-of-county-residents may begin registration on December 12.

To register, visit […]

]]> 0 a5f7dbc1bfd4f549233de7ae5b644fcc hocomojo wrote a new post, HCPSS High School Graduation Ceremonies Schedule Update, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43348 Thu, 06 Dec 2018 15:18:15 -0500 HCPSS has confirmed the window for the 2019 high school graduations. Commencement ceremonies will take place at Merriweather Post Pavilion between May 20–31, 2019. Specifically, ceremonies will be held between Mon […]

]]> 0 39215d65b7ba2aa534e7378448be5787 hocomojo wrote a new post, County Executive Calvin Ball Inaugural Address, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43343 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 11:36:05 -0500 Thank you, my friends. It is so good to be here with you.

I would not be standing here if it were not for the abundant faith, trust, and support of so many.

First and foremost, my incredible “Introducer In C […]

]]> 0 6bacd7a1a3c57035f4a5f5a55902262f hocomojo wrote a new post, Zoning Board Meeting (ZB1121M Long Reach Village Center), on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43365 Mon, 14 May 2018 11:00:37 -0400 

]]> 0 32b8edb9dca8a8be70baa5663cdb041f hocomojo wrote a new post, HCPSS School Year Extended To June 19, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=43104 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 14:36:46 -0400 After an unusually icy winter during which public schools were closed seven times, Howard County Public Schools appealed to the Maryland State Board of Education for a waiver from the 180 day requirement for all […]

]]> 0 bcfe7488a61a305dc3dc586da5a16569 Charles Bagley wrote a new post, Howard County Summer Theatre 2015 Auditions- Fiddler on the Roof, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5443 Fri, 19 Dec 2014 01:02:57 -0500  Audition%20Poster-Fiddler%20HCST%202015.pdf

HOWARD COUNTY SUMMER THEATRE 2015 AUDITIONS        

“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”

 

Howard County Summer Theatre is pleased to announce auditions for its 2015 production […]

]]> 0 b16cd8fd10fe012e574a370736dc79b1 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Howard County Center for the Arts Hosts Two New Exhibits: HoCo Open 2015 and Poetic Energetic, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5444 Tue, 16 Dec 2014 16:52:22 -0500 ThumbnailTwo new exhibits open in January at the Howard County Center for the Arts. In Gallery I, HoCo Open 2015 is a salon-style, non-juried biennial exhibit showcasing work by artists living, working, or studying in […]

]]> 0 d5041aaededd25cad5b001098d836c80 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Lee and Steve Sachs to Serve as Honorary Chairs of 18th Annual Celebration of the Arts in Howard County, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5446 Wed, 03 Dec 2014 17:56:41 -0500 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) is pleased to announce that Lee and Steve Sachs will serve as Honorary Chairs of the 2015 Celebration of the Arts in Howard County.  The Celebration gala, presented by Howard […]

]]> 0 9e3b271556c4ff9ee1f1dd56cb474cff Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, The Howard County Arts Council's 18th Annual Celebration of the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5448 Tue, 11 Nov 2014 19:08:29 -0500 Howard County’s signature event, the Celebration of the Arts in Howard County gala, will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2015 from 6–10 p.m. at the Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center at […]

]]> 0 cdd9bc68168fa1bf6c4925364bcbcef4 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Calling All Howard County Artists! January 8, 2015 Drop Off for HoCo Open 2015, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5449 Thu, 06 Nov 2014 19:00:13 -0500 HoCo Open 2015 is a non-juried exhibit held biennially at the Howard County Center for the Arts (HCCA), 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. Adults aged 18 years and older who live, work, or study in Howard County […]

]]> 0 1d9a60fd8963b89b7a486d7f57d5871f Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Artists Wanted for Juried Silent Art Auction Exhibit, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5450 Tue, 04 Nov 2014 19:13:12 -0500 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council is seeking artists to participate in the annual Juried Silent Art Auction Exhibit as part of the Arts Council’s annual fundraising gala, Celebration of the Arts in Howard County. The […]

]]> 0 02dc2c700caa999d337788365ce2bc93 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Apply Now for the Howard County Arts Council's 2015 Arts Scholarship Program, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5452 Mon, 03 Nov 2014 18:59:13 -0500 ThumbnailAre you planning to pursue higher education in the arts? The Howard County Arts Council’s 2015 Arts Scholarship Application is now available!
The Howard County Arts Council will award a minimum of $10,000 in […]

]]> 0 6fdc053ce7dfa382b0e3dd3b065e70c1 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Open House & Holiday Sale at Howard County Center for the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5454 Fri, 31 Oct 2014 17:47:41 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council hosts its annual Open House & Holiday Sale on Friday, December 5, 2014, from 5:30–8:30pm. Local artists will offer unique and affordable art and handcrafted items for sale including […]

]]> 0 28cdf0a033ff060886bef05f59c8419d Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Announces FY2015 Grant Awards, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5456 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 18:06:37 -0400 Forty-five arts and cultural organizations will receive $527,619 in matching grants from the Howard County Arts Council for Fiscal Year 2015.  The awards were announced at the Arts Council’s annual meeting and […]

]]> 0 5238f5aa186c500bcdc29eb9267aa59f Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Art Maryland 2014 Opens at Howard County Center for the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5457 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 15:17:25 -0400 ThumbnailArt Maryland 2014, a biennial, juried multi-media exhibit, opens October 31 at the Howard County Center for the Arts. The exhibit features work selected from nearly 600 entries submitted by 214 artists working in […]

]]> 0 83f56377ae5c561bc33881ff4380b6b0 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5459 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 18:03:02 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) welcomes three community leaders to its Board of Directors.  Earl Armiger, Mary Kay Kenney, and George H. Wilson join a dynamic group led by Board President Mark […]

]]> 0 a2f7476bddc48011ccd5e8b59789e093 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Save the Date for the Celebration of the Arts in Howard County, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5461 Mon, 29 Sep 2014 17:03:47 -0400 ThumbnailHoward County’s signature event, the Howard County Arts Council’s Celebration of the Arts in Howard County gala, will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at the Peter and Elizabeth Horowitz Visual and Performing […]

]]> 0 42966c05cb1592d97904145c885b3763 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, JOIN THE ARTS COUNCIL IN CELEBRATING NATIONAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES MONTH THIS OCTOBER, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5463 Thu, 18 Sep 2014 18:30:00 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) is joining Americans for the Arts and arts agencies across the nation in encouraging people to celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM) by supporting the arts in […]

]]> 0 20adc10a3c05381b80036648b9735692 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Cultural Arts Showcase 2015, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5465 Mon, 15 Sep 2014 15:00:00 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council is seeking artist applications for its annual Cultural Arts Showcase, presented in partnership with the Recreation & Leisure Service Branch (RALS) of the Maryland Recreation & Parks […]

]]> 0 012facfab039069b26f7fc7faa71bd3f Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Receives Grant from Nordstrom in Support of Head StART in ART, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5467 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 17:57:58 -0400 The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) has been awarded a $2,500 grant for its Head StART in ART program from Nordstrom. This grant will help the Arts Council continue its ongoing partnership with Howard County […]

]]> 0 6c704f70b9ebb9e4f8749b7db6401450 Patricia L. Owens wrote a new post, 21st Annual Athelas Institute Charity Golf Tournament - September 22, 2014, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5468 Wed, 27 Aug 2014 14:07:31 -0400 Press Release

Athelas Institute, Inc., a non-profit human service organization providing housing, job, and individuals support to adults with intellectual disabilities since 1976 will be hosting its 21st Annual […]

]]> 0 a51c7e6c91b0a581fb0eddadfc737562 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Howard County Arts Council Hosts Award-Filled Evening for the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5469 Mon, 25 Aug 2014 18:29:13 -0400 On September 12, 2014, the Howard County Arts Council will host its Annual Meeting and FY2015 Grant Awards Ceremony from 6–8 p.m. at the Howard County Center for the Arts.
Opening remarks by Arts Council President […]

]]> 0 71e04f860f671969981999ef7f8a7289 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, (no title), on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5470 Tue, 19 Aug 2014 16:49:00 -0400 The Howard County Arts Council was awarded a $106,964 Community Arts Development grant for fiscal year 2014–15 from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), an agency of the Maryland Department of Business and […]

]]> 0 c83791d1517019cb6a4862654b50efe6 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Registration for Arts Council's Fall Classes Now Available, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5471 Thu, 14 Aug 2014 17:37:18 -0400 Registration has begun for Howard County Arts Council’s (HCAC) fall educational programs at the Howard County Center for the Arts (HCCA) in Ellicott City. HCAC offers classes and workshops for ages five to adult. […]

]]> 0 32d827f4ee0c644dc828c53ece45f182 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Take the Road to the Arts September 12–14, 2014, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5472 Thu, 14 Aug 2014 15:59:26 -0400 ThumbnailJoin the Howard County Arts Council this fall for Road to the Arts weekend, September 12–14, 2014!  This annual event, celebrating the beginning of the 2014-2015 gallery season, invites art lovers to explore […]

]]> 0 5a1ac4107d128e3bb31d874a1061f04b Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Howard County Center for the Arts Hosts Two New Exhibits: Building Perspectives and Kaleidoscope, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5474 Fri, 08 Aug 2014 17:40:27 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council announces two new exhibits in the galleries at the Howard County Center for the Arts. Building Perspectives, in Gallery I, features work by five artists – Ashley DuRoss, Lillian […]

]]> 0 52064e64ede936007729041d50990aa9 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, 2014 Howie Award Nomination Forms Now Available, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5476 Mon, 04 Aug 2014 17:53:58 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council is seeking nominations for the 2014 Howie Awards honoring individuals and businesses that have made significant contributions to the arts in Howard County. The awards will be […]

]]> 0 06170b3d41c1eddc1fd55f628d406775 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, 2015 Rising Star Competition Guidelines Now Available for Top Award of $5,000!, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5478 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 18:09:00 -0400 ThumbnailApplication guidelines for the 2015 Rising Star Performing Artist Professional Development Award are now available for download by visiting the “Celebration of the Arts” page at http://www.hocoarts.org. Application […]

]]> 0 78a9e23e0f8c605b5be27da44e916048 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Fabulous 50+ Players Journey Through Time in Song, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5480 Tue, 29 Jul 2014 13:55:00 -0400 The Fabulous 50+ Players will be performing an outreach program, Memorable Musical Moments (Songs Through the Ages), at various senior centers throughout Howard County during November and December 2014.
Rehearsals […]

]]> 0 9cc8313bd089f45a2b12f2a1d0b89ab1 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, PNC Foundation Grant Benefits Head StART in ART, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5481 Mon, 28 Jul 2014 17:24:38 -0400 The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) has been awarded a $12,000 PNC Grow Up Great grant from the PNC Foundation for its Head StART in ART program. This grant will allow the Arts Council to continue the Head StART […]

]]> 0 902396693f3b7516b6b2b759f226b758 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Seeks Artists for Head StART in ART Residencies, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5482 Mon, 28 Jul 2014 15:53:28 -0400 Visual and performing artists are needed for residencies for the Head StART in ART program for the 2014-2015 school year. Residencies will take place at the Ellicott City Head Start Center or the Tubman Head Start […]

]]> 0 1166ec9ff38113d35e80b6658d34c12b Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Paint It! Ellicott City Award Winners Announced, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5483 Thu, 17 Jul 2014 18:30:46 -0400 ThumbnailLandscape artists from around the Mid-Atlantic region gathered in Historic Ellicott City July 11–13, capturing the charm and character of the old mill town while competing for cash prizes during the fifth annual […]

]]> 0 fac97dc99b7d3657c9bd3e2fb42d185d Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Organization Studio Space Available at Howard County Center for the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5485 Fri, 11 Jul 2014 15:36:49 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council is seeking applications from non-profit arts organizations to fill one available resident arts organization studio space. The available studio/office space is approximately 750 […]

]]> 0 f566e03ceda909304d9df3bd438c3466 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Call to Artists: Art Maryland 2014, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5487 Mon, 07 Jul 2014 17:31:10 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) in Ellicott City, Maryland, is seeking entries from artists for Art Maryland 2014, a biennial multi-media juried exhibit. The juror for Art Maryland 2014 is Julia […]

]]> 0 f63904d0fc6e3dccadcad415cb27c5f2 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Receives Record Arts Appropriation from Howard County Government, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5489 Mon, 07 Jul 2014 15:53:36 -0400 In May 2014, the Howard County Council approved County Executive Ken Ulman’s FY15 arts appropriation of $1.45 million to the Howard County Arts Council (HCAC). This record amount, which includes $1 million for […]

]]> 0 6a3c4b42a89a6651c4e4bd74aa001e1d Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, #PaintItEC Draws Artists to Ellicott City July 11–14, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5490 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 15:42:54 -0400 ThumbnailProfessional artists from around the Mid-Atlantic region will converge on Ellicott City for three days in July, capturing the historic city’s charm and character while competing for more than $6,000 in cash prizes […]

]]> 0 0f134174ebe1d09380b635c0eef41385 Anne wrote a new post, Columbia Home Tour donates $5,000 to local charity, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5492 Fri, 27 Jun 2014 20:19:23 -0400 Thumbnail
From left: Joan Lancos (Home Selection Chair), Anne Kulesza (Publicity Chair), Ann Heavner (Executive Director, Rebuilding Together Howard County), Brigitta Warren (Committee Chair), Sandy Cederbaum […]

]]> 0 ef3a362f901635236c4b1b657c183a2c Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, A Child's-Eye-View of Family Life in Peru: New Arts Council Exhibit, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5493 Mon, 16 Jun 2014 14:28:07 -0400 ThumbnailOvertones: Tales Told Through the Eyes of Peruvian Children, a new exhibit opening July 14 at the Howard County Arts Council, offers a unique perspective on family life in two impoverished regions of Peru through […]

]]> 0 50b69f48da85a698d9ad3b4f51bd5fa1 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Paint It! Ellicott City Event & Exhibition, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5495 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:49:28 -0400 ThumbnailDuring the weekend of July 11–13, artists will take to the streets of Historic Ellicott City to participate in Paint It! Ellicott City, a plein air painting event. En plein air, meaning “in the open air,” refers […]

]]> 0 f68e32277778c7b3fb50df3f26f5b163 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Hosts Special Reception in Conjunction with Columbia Festival of the Arts, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5497 Fri, 30 May 2014 15:45:11 -0400 ThumbnailOn Thursday, June 19, 2014, the Howard County Arts Council will host a special reception in conjunction with the Columbia Festival of the Arts. The reception will be held from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Howard County […]

]]> 0 ae9b492ef0b01fcddc439b0cc9fb1737 Charles Bagley wrote a new post, Howard County Summer Theatre presents "Les Miserable"!, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5499 Wed, 28 May 2014 01:22:15 -0400 Howard County Summer Theatre proudly announces performances of its 40th annual summer musical, “Les Misérables” opening on July 2, 2014 at Mt. Hebron High School. “Les Mis,” based on the classic novel of the same […]

]]> 0 7dbd84bfc98076be8be04d65007b5e48 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, HCAC's Visual and Performing Arts Camps Offer Fun and Creative Summer Arts Opportunities!, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5500 Mon, 12 May 2014 15:23:54 -0400 ThumbnailSpace is still available for visual and performing arts summer camps at the Howard County Arts Council (HCAC) in Ellicott City. Programs are open to the public, regardless of residency in Howard County, for […]

]]> 0 49cf16b062c31964a5ed50933e734a59 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Arts Council Hosts No Boundaries Performance, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5502 Fri, 09 May 2014 14:54:35 -0400 The No Boundaries theatre troupe, in cooperation with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks and the Howard County Arts Council, is pleased to present How to Succeed in Business Without Really […]

]]> 0 01387e99f25dade528b523d8c3937737 Anne wrote a new post, Columbia Home Tour, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5503 Sat, 03 May 2014 14:43:32 -0400 Thumbnail
Celebrating 5 Years
Columbia Home Tour
Sunday, June 1, 2014

Tickets are on sale now for the Annual Columbia Home Tour to be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014, from 11am – 5pm. Sponsored by the Villages of Columbia […]

]]> 0 962afdb951fb39ddd4e2fb16f33251f4 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Howard County Center for the Arts Offers Rental Space, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5505 Tue, 29 Apr 2014 17:48:34 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Center for the Arts (HCCA) offers affordable studio, teaching, and meeting space to local artists and community-focused arts groups. It is currently home to more than 30 artists and arts […]

]]> 0 650527913dbc81517825c907c529c527 Howard County Arts Council wrote a new post, Deadline to Apply for Paint It! Ellicott City 2014 Extended to May 12!, on the site HoCoMoJo http://hocomojo.org/?p=5507 Tue, 29 Apr 2014 15:24:25 -0400 ThumbnailThe Howard County Arts Council has extended the deadline to apply for the juried portion of Paint It! Ellicott City 2014, an annual plein air paint-out and exhibit in Ellicott City, Maryland. A minimum of $6,000 […]

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