Sunday, May 13, 2012
Just in time for the Big Day, Patch recognizes moms nominated by readers.
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
It's Mother's Day weekend, and you know what that means—flowers, chocolates, maybe brunch or breakfast in bed for Mom. Patch wanted to help. We honored Maryland's moms by encouraging their families to laud their tireless child-raising efforts on Patch sites across the state. We asked readers in the Patch coverage area to upload photos of their moms and tell us what was great about the mother figures in their lives. Wow, there are some amazing moms out there, and we wanted to recognize them with a contest this year. After all the uploads were collected, a mom from each county we cover was randomly selected as a $50 gift card winner. All the winners are featured in our gallery. But it's not too late to share stories and photos about your …
Saturday, May 12, 2012
We gave readers a chance to win a $50 gift certificate by uploading a photo of their mom and a note about why she rocks.
Congratulations, Patricia Nichols. You have been chosen by your family as the “Best Mom of Howard County.” And a result of a random drawing, your family will get a $50 gift certificate to spend on you. Here’s what Tara Ferry, who uploaded Nichols’ picture to our photo gallery, had to say: “This is a picture of a woman who is smart, loyal, selfless, funny and beautiful. Patricia Nichols has worked hard her entire life and always put her family first. She is an inspiration to all of us and truly represents what it really means to be a Mom. We love her!” Mothers were praised by their family for a myriad of reasons in our photo gallery. One mother raises four boys while going to college full time. Another mother supported her son in a drag …
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
For a chance to win a $50 gift certificate, upload a photo of your mom and a note about why she rocks.
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Poets write about them. Strong men cry in their presence. We honor them each year with a special day punctuated by hearts and flowers, and perhaps even breakfast in bed. Don't just settle for all the customary ways to celebrate how awesome your mom is. Instead, upload a photograph of her to this article and write a caption telling us what's so great about the moms of Howard County. Next Friday, May 11, at noon, we'll randomly pick a winner and call her the "Best Mom of Howard County." Now that's a gift. But if that's not enough, we'll also award you a $50 gift certificate to spend any way you want on mom. Contest rules are attached. Patch will also compile photos of moms from across the state for a "Moms of Maryland" photo gallery. We …
Monday, April 23, 2012
For Mother's Day, or any day, where do you go to get the perfect arrangement of flowers?
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Monday, April 23, 2012
Mother's Day is fast approaching. If your mother, grandmother, or another motherly figure in your life likes flower, you're in luck. There are plenty of florists, big and small, to choose from in Ellicott City. This week, we bring back Readers' Choice to ask: Who's your favorite florist? The Flower Basket Flowers by Judy Giant K Florist Wessel's Florist Wilhide's Flowers Young Hee Flower Shop And what makes a florist special? Let us know in the comments if a certain florist has wowed you with a special arrangement or really come through in a pinch. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by the Patch editor, based on poll results and reviews on the Patch …
Friday, May 6, 2011
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few suggestions from in and around Ellicott City.
FLOAT THE ANIETAM, DOUBLE KAYAK Where/When: Centennial Park, 9801 Old Annapolis Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (South Overflow Parking Lot) Why Go: Some mothers like manicures, but others want to get outside. Take mom, or dad, the kids, a friend ... anyone, and share a kayak along the Anietam Creek. All paddlers must complete a paddling basics class. Ages 10 and older. Bring lunch. Pricing: $47 for transportation and a boat FIRST FRIDAY'S IN HISTORIC ELLICOTT CITY Where/When: Main Street, Ellicott City Why Go: It's 70 degrees outside! Take a stroll along historic Main Street and take advantage of the special sidewalk sales and discounts at local restaurants and shops. Pricing: Free CINCO DE MAYO TEQUILA AND SPANISH WINE TASTINGS Where/When: …
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Looking for things to do with the kiddos this weekend? Here are a few suggestions from in and around Ellicott City.
MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH Where/When: Turf Valley on Sunday, May 8, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Why Go: Treat that special mother in your life to a delicious Mothers Day brunch! Be sure to make your reservations in advance. Pricing: Adults: $30.95, children (4 to 12 years old): $15.95, children (3 years old and younger): free CHOOSE YOUR FUN DAY Where/When: Centennial Park on Saturday, May 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Why Go: There is a wide variety of activities in store for the kids: games, prize drawings, face painting and tons of presentations. For the adults, information will be available about upcoming summer camp programs offered by Howard County Recreation & Parks. Pricing: Free PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK VOLUNTEER FAIR Where/When: Patapsco …
Carol B
1:04 pm on Sunday, May 13, 2012
I'd like to wish a special happy Mother's Day to all of the men who have served as both mother and father to their children, instead of abandoning them to someone else's care--and to all of the mothers who have done double-duty as single parents, or as wives and husbands of an active-duty spouse. Carrying a foetus only makes one a biological mother: it's doing the hard, hard work of raising a … more ›