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Holidays and Events InfoCenter

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!

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 (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

 

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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] (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.

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Festivals and Celebrations

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.

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Holidays
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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.

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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 (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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