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Week of Jan 13: Restaurant Week, Things to Do & More
Good morning Patapsco Valley Neighbors,
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In this week’s issue:
Food Lovers Rejoice—It’s Restaurant Week!
Opportunities for Residents
Events & Happenings
Fun Fact about the Area
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Food Lovers Rejoice—It’s Restaurant Week!

Baltimore and Howard Counties are gearing up for their Winter Restaurant Weeks in January 2025, offering food enthusiasts a chance to explore diverse culinary scenes at discounted prices.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week runs from January 17-26, 2025, featuring a 10-day promotion with participating restaurants offering special prix-fixe menus.
Howard County's event, known as "Howard County Restaurant & Craft Beverages Weeks," takes place from January 20 to February 2, 2025. This two-week celebration not only highlights restaurants but also craft beverage producers in the area.
These events aims to boost business for local eateries and showcase the counties vibrant dining options, offering special menus, deals, and unique dining experiences.
To make the most of these events, diners are advised to check the official websites for participating restaurants, menus, and any special offers. Reservations are recommended, as popular spots tend to fill up quickly during these promotions.
Try a new restaurants or revisit an old favorite this week while supporting local businesses.
Participating Restaurants in Our Area:
Arbutus | Catonsville |
Ellicott City | Elkridge |
Columbia
18th & 21st
Clove and Cardamom
Cured
The Iron Bridge Wine Co
Lime and Salt Taco Bar
Medium Rare
Ranazul
Season’s 52 Fresh Grill
Takumi Japanese Bistro & Bar
The Collective: Offshore & Encore
The Food Market
The Periodic Table
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Local Opportunities for Residents
Wanna make a little extra money while contributing to our community? Check out this week’s opportunities! Join as a board member, participate in science, or submit for a teen contest to make the world a better place!
Paid Board Member Opportunity for Wellness Focused Individuals

Are you passionate about promoting health, wellness, and community engagement? Community Wellness Collective (CWC) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. We’re looking for individuals with expertise in health, nonprofit management, fundraising, or community outreach who share our vision of fostering holistic wellness for all. |


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Happening This Week
There is so much to do this week even if you’re not watching the Raven’s in the playoffs! Meet some new friends, learn a new skill, dust off your dancing shoes, and discover what our area has to offer. You won’t have to pay for parking or fight downtown traffic!
Monday - Jan 13
Catonsville | Dance & Artistic Expression | Dance & Spanish Lesson Fusion | 6-7 | $
Catonsville | Catonsville Library | Historic Catonsville - Stories of Our Past | 6-7:30
Catonsville | Catonsville Clubhouse | Irish Set Dance Lessons | 7:30-9:30 | $
Elkridge | Stained Glass Pub | Team Trivia | 7-9
Ellicott City | 39 Minute Workout Gym | M-Factor Movie Screening | 7-9
Tuesday - Jan 14
Arbutus | Arbutus Library | Turtle Dance (Comedy Show for Kids) 10:30-11:30
Catonsville | Catonsville Clubhouse | Celtic Music Class | 6:30-9:30 | $
Elkridge | Elkridge Library | Video Games & Chill (teenagers) | 4:15-6
Halethorpe | Halethorpe Community Center | Zumba Dance | 7 | $
Wednesday - Jan 15
Catonsville | State Fare | Karaoke | 10-2
Elkridge | Stained Glass Pub | Peter James - Live Music | 6-9
Elkridge | Elkridge Library | Crazy 8s Math Club (3rd-5th grade) | 6:30-7:15
Thursday - Jan 16
Arbutus | Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department | BINGO | 5
Catonsville | State Fare | Throwback Thursday DJ & Pong Tables | 10-2
Catonsville | El Guapo | Karaoke | 10-2
Elkridge | Elkridge Library | Mammals & Scales w/ Maryland Zoo (ages 2-5) | 4:15-6 | $
Ellicott City | Backwater Books | Storytelling Open Mic | 7-9
Ellicott City | The Wine Bin | Dessert Wine Tasting Class | 7 | $
Friday - Jan 17
Catonsville | Morsberger’s Tavern | Music City Pop Out - Live Music | 8-11 | $
Catonsville | State Fare | Friday Night Lites DJ - Live Music | 10-2
Elkridge | Daniels Restaurant | Rock Salt and Grass - Live Music | 6-9
Ellicott City | The White Oak Tavern | Jesse Marie Duo - Live Music | 8-11
Ellicott City | Alexandra’s @ Turf Valley | Justin Berdeguez - Live Music | 6-9
Ellicott City | Kelsey’s Irish Pub | Scotty Pip & Mike Vance - Live Music | 6-9:30
Ellicott City | Howard County Center for the Arts | Art Exhibit, Live Music & Reception | 6
Ellicott City | Backwater Books | Tarot Night | 5-9
Halethorpe | Fish Head Cantina | Area 52 - Live Music | 8-12
Saturday - Jan 18
Catonsville | Catonsville Clubhouse | Wire Ring Workshop | 1-3 | $
Catonsville | Catonsville Clubhouse | Wine Glass Painting | 4-6 | $
Catonsville | Dance & Artistic Expression | Latin Dance Lesson & Social | 7:30-12 | $
Catonsville | Morsberger’s Tavern | Metal Mayhem - Live Music | 8-11 | $
Elkridge | Daniels Restaurant | Lauren and Rusty - Live Music | 6-9
Ellicott City | Alexandra’s @ Turf Valley | Bob Reilly & Joe Goulait - Live Music | 6-9
Ellicott City | Backwater Books BibliPub | The Honey Dewdrops - Live Music | 8-10
Ellicott City | The White Oak Tavern | Devaney Soul Brothers - Live Music | 8-11
Halethorpe | Fish Head Cantina | Judas Rising - Live Music | 8-11:30 | $
Sunday - Jan 19
Arbutus | Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department | BINGO | 5
Catonsville | El Guapo | Team Trivia | 6:30
Ellicott City | Bohemian House | Chakra Sound Bath | 8:45-10 | $
Monday - Jan 20
Arbutus | Arbutus Volunteer Fire Department | BINGO | 5
Arbutus | Sorento of Arbutus | ‘Wicked’ Paint Night | 6:30 | $
Catonsville | Benjamin Banneker Museum | Historical Cooking | 12-3 | $
Ellicott City |Backwater Books | Onyx Storm Midnight Book Release Party | 10-12
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Did You Know?
Frederick Rd, Catonsville’s main thoroughfare, was originally a Native American trail before becoming a key route for settlers heading west.
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