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Independence Day:
There are lots of opportunities in
Baltimore County to observe Independence Day as we celebrate
the 350th
anniversary of the
County that we call home!
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Anniversaries
Wedding Anniversary
by Happy Anniversary.com
Gift ideas, party planning, romantic second honeymoons. List of traditional
and modern gifts ideas for each year of marriage.
Wedding
Anniversary Gifts
by Wedding Tips Online
Lists both traditional and contemporary gifts.
Wedding
Anniversary Greeting Cards
Send an email anniversary card.
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Baby
Showers
BabyShower 101.com
Ideas,
games, party favors, drinks and food. Online invitations featured.
Baby Bunch
This guide is a collection of the latest, freshest ideas for throwing a
modern-day baby shower
Baby Shower Planning
from Babycenter.com
Tips on everything
from making up the guest list, etiquette, picking party games and
refreshments.
Baby
Showers
presented by All About
Showers
Suggestions for showers
Baby-Showers.com
Party planning, gift ideas, themes, and more.
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Birthdays
Birthday
Card from the President!
Arrange to have a
birthday greeting sent from the President of the United States!
Individuals must be celebrating their 80th or greater birthday. Requests
should be made 6 weeks before the birthday.
Celebrity Birthdays
by Movieeye.com
Search for famous celebrities who were born on your birthday!
This Takes the Birthday Cake
from About.com: Entertaining
Recipes for different kinds of cakes you can make.
Traditional
Birthstones
from American Gem Society
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Calendars of
Local Events
Baltimore County Conference
and Visitors Bureau Calendar of Events
Fun stuff to do in and around Baltimore County, arranged by date.
Baltimore County
Government Calendars
provided by Baltimore
County Government
Daily list of countywide government meetings,
activities and special events..
Baltimore County Government Holiday Closings
Schedule of holiday closings for county agencies.
Baltimore Events
Ffom the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Official tourism site for Baltimore City and the surrounding area.
Find many up-coming events happening in the city and Greater Baltimore
region.
Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts
Celebrating the city of Baltimore's rich, diverse heritage. Enjoy special
events, festivals and arts programming.
DateLines
events offered by Baltimore County Public Library
Baltimore County Public Library does not require tickets or registration for
most programs. Instead, just come to the library program of your choice and
take a seat. The seating is first-come, first served up to legal capacity of
the room. For some programs where a small group is desirable registration is
necessary. These programs are noted as "registration required". To register
visit or phone
the
library branch having the program during the week preceding the program.
Hot Happenings in Maryland
from the Maryland Office of Tourism
Multicultural Calendar of Events
from the
Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Etiquette
ExecutivePlanet.com
Traveling? Learn
etiquette suggestions for different
countries.
Dining
Etiquette
from the Career
Center at Ball State University.
Disability
Etiquette Handbook [PDF]
by the Baltimore County Commission on Disabilities
The do's and don't of
etiquette when interacting with people with disabilities.
Emily Post Institute
Offers a few tips for everyday etiquette, weddings, and manners for children.
International Business
Etiquette
Recommended and used by college professors to each business school students the
importance of understanding cultures around the world and how to apply the
skills of cultural understanding, becoming successful in the global business
environment.
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Festivals and Celebrations
African American
InfoCenter
provided by Baltimore County Public Library
Has lots of useful information to help you learn about Black History
Month!
African American Heritage Festival
3 day festival held in downtown Baltimore.
Anne Arundel Scottish Festival
Artscape
The largest free public arts festival in the country held in Baltimore
each July. Baby Boomer
Expo /Senior Expo
presented by Baltimore County Department of Aging
Held each October at Fairgrounds in Timonium, Maryland
Baltimore Book Festival
Held each September on Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore.
Festivals.com
Guide to
worldwide festivals and events.
Maryland Film Festival
Brings filmmakers to Baltimore each May as a way to encourage future
production in the state.
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Held late August through October.
Maryland Seafood Festival
3 day event held in September
Maryland State Fair
held late August through Labor Day weekend in Timonium, Maryland.
Preakness Celebration
A series of events in and around Baltimore to celebrate horse racing’s famed
Triple Crown thoroughbred race, the
Preakness Stakes. The Preakness is held on the third Saturday in May.
Soul of Baltimore
Events held in Baltimore celebrating its African American heritage.
Waterfowl Festival
held in Easton, Maryland every November.
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Holidays
History of the
Holidays
from History Channel.com
Holidays
from Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators
Find history and tons of holiday information.
Holidays on the Net
Holidays and Observances
from the Librarians' Internet Index
Links to information about individual holidays by name or by region,
foods, calendars tracking secular and religious celebrations.
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Party Planning
General Party Planning Advice
from About.com: Entertaining
Party Game Guide
from Party 411
Party Planning Advice
from igourmet.com.
Includes decorating ideas and themes for
entertaining.
Party
Planning 101
from allrecipes.com
Party Tips
Party ideas from Vermont Living.
Party
Planning Tips
Planning tips from the Food Network.
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Reunions
Family Reunion
from FamilyReunion.com
Resources
include reunion calendar and announcements.
How to Plan Your
Class Reunion
from eHow
How to Start Planning Your Family Reunion
from About.com: Entertaining
Military Reunion
Center
by Military.com
Includes all branches of the Armed Forces.
Planning the Perfect Class Reunion
from Reunionannouncements.com Reunions Magazine
Links to reunion resources and other helpful information.
Sharing Family Research
by Genealogy.com
Show off your research at the family
reunion. Learn how to bring your shared family history to life.
Tips for Deciding on the
Size and Shape of Your Reunion
from Genealogy.com LLC.
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Weddings and
Bridal Showers
Anniversary
Card from the President
The President will send an anniversary card will be sent to couples who are
celebrating their 50th (or greater) wedding anniversary. Please make your
request at least 6 weeks in advance of the anniversary
Baltimore Bride Magazine
Articles contain local wedding information.
BridalShowerTips.com
Information on games, themes, favors and decorations.
Brides.com
Includes resources to help plan your dream wedding.
Delicious Ways to say "I Do"
by epicurious.com
Recipes, wine advice, shower ideas, honeymoon travel tips
and more.
Ideas for Throwing a Bachelor or Bachelorette Party
from About.com: Entertaining
The Maryland Wedding Guide
Information on choosing a
photographer, music, local venues, and more.
Wedding Details.com
Learn the details about wedding planning.
A
Wedding Planning Timetable
by USA Bride
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Last Revised: 02 July 2009
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