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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!
Where to go for 4th of July Fireworks in Baltimore County
Independence Day Celebrations throughout Maryland
Check out historical sites throughout Baltimore County
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.
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.
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
Baltimore County Conference and
Visitors Bureau Calendar of Events
(local interest)
Fun stuff to do in and around Baltimore County, arranged by date.
Baltimore County
Government Calendars
(local interest)
provided by Baltimore
County Government
Daily list of countywide government meetings and
activities.
Baltimore County Holidays
(local interest)
Schedule of holiday closings for county agencies.
Baltimore Events
(local interest)
from 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
(local interest)
Celebrating the city of Baltimore's rich, diverse heritage. Enjoy special
events, festivals and arts programming.
DateLines
(local interest)
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
(local interest)
from the Maryland Office of Tourism
Multicultural Calendar of Events
(local interest)
from the
Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
ExecutivePlanet.com
Traveling? Learn etiquette suggestions for different
countries.
Dining
Etiquette
From the Career
Center at Ball State University.
Disability
Etiquette Handbook [PDF]
(local interest)
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.
African American
InfoCenter
(local interest)
provided by Baltimore County Public Library
Has lots of useful information to help you learn about Black History
Month!
African American Heritage Festival
(local interest)
3 day festival held in downtown Baltimore.
Anne Arundel Scottish Festival (local interest)
Artscape
(local interest)
The largest free public arts festival in the country held in Baltimore
each July.
Baby Boomer Expo
/Senior Expo
(local interest)
presented by Baltimore County Department of Aging
Held each October at Fairgrounds in Timonium, Maryland
Baltimore Book Festival
(local interest)
Held each September on Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore.
Festivals.com
Guide to
worldwide festivals and events.
Maryland Film Festival
(local interest)
Brings filmmakers to Baltimore each May as a way to encourage
future production in the state.
Maryland Renaissance Festival
(local interest)
Held late August through October
Maryland Seafood Festival
(local interest)
3 day event held in September
Maryland State Fair
(local interest)
held late August through Labor Day weekend in Timonium, Maryland.
Preakness Celebration
(local interest)
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
(local interest)
Events held in Baltimore celebrating its African American heritage.
Waterfowl Festival
(local interest)
held in Easton, Maryland every November.
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.
Yahoo Directory: Holidays and Observances
By country and region, by month, handling holiday stress and more.
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.
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.
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
(local interest)
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
(local interest)
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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