2009
THIS LIST OF EVENTS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
TO CONFIRM AN EVENT PLEASE CALL 410-442-1022
For up to date changes use only this site: www.howardcountyfair.com
JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY
AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER
HUNTER SAFETY COURSES 2009
There are TWO AUCTION COMPANIES using the fairgrounds during the year.
Allen T. Hill Auctions ... 410-795-3206 call for information
Gregory & Associates ... 410-489-7200 most Tuesdays @ 4pm
www.GregorysAuctions.com
JANUARY
AKC SANCTIONED ALL BREED DOG SHOWS
January 22nd & 23th Carroll Co. KC 8am - 4pm
Information: Lynne Beard 410-848-3998 9am-9pm
January 24th & 25th Annapolis KC 8am - 4 pm
Information: Mike Ness 301-530-5319
Admission $5.00 per vehicle ...
MARYLAND STATE QUARTER HORSE
Tack Sale Saturday the 6th 10-2
Information: Joy Woolford 443-336-8598
SPUR & STIRRUP 4H – TACK SALE
Saturday the 30th ... 8am-2pm
Information: Cindy 443-745-5017
FEBRUARY
MARYLAND STATE QUARTER HORSE AMATEURS - TACK SALE
Saturday the 6th.. 10am-2pm
Joy Woolford 443-336-8598
HOME SHOW PRODUCTIONS, Iinc
Friday February 12, 11am - 8pm
Saturday February 13, 10am -8pm
Sunday February 14, 10am - 6pm
Adults $9.00. Children under 16 & parking is free
Event designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and
decorating their home.
Information call toll-free 888-560-EXPO(3976) 9am - 6pm
http://acshomeshow com/HGExpo/HFF.html
HOWARD COUNTY BEEKEEPERS Assoc.
Short course in beekeeping.
February 17 & 23
March 2, 9,& 16
Information: 410-489-2835 7pm – 9pm
GOBAL FORCE AUCTION
Saturday February 27
Registration 7:30 ... Auction starts at 9am ...
Removal by 3/4/10
Contractors of skid loaders, excavators, trucks & trailers
Online Bidding at EquipmentFacts.com
Information: 240-818-2622 ... www.gforceauction.com
MARCH
PEAK BUILDING MATERIALS
Preview Friday March 5th.. Noon to 6pm
Auction Saturday the 6th & Sunday the 7th
Registration 7:30 Auction 9am
Information ... 816-474-1982 9am - 4pm
18th year of Peak Auctioneering, building materials Auctions at
the Howard County Fairgrounds
. All new merchandise. Everything you could want to build or rehab your home or rental units.
www.peakauction.com
HOWARD COUNTY ANTIQUE FARM MACHINERY CLUB
Basket Bingo
Saturday the 13th opens @ 5:30 ... bingo starts @ 7
Admission: Advance $15 at door $20
Proceeds go to the LIVING FARM HERITAGE MUSEUM
20 Regular games, 3 specialty games, 3 raffles & 50/50 raffle
Information: 410-988-8069
CHESAPEAKE REGION ANTIQUE AUTOMOBILE
CLUB OF AMERICA
Saturday the 13th .. 8am - 3 pm rain or shine.
Admission & parking free.
Antique Car, Truck, & cycle flea market. Antique vehicle car corraL
Indoors & Outdoors ... Rain or Shine
Tom Young - 410-653-3108 - 6-9pm.. Jerry Gordon 410-484-1299 - 6-9pm
DOG OWNERS TRAINING CLUB OF MARYLAND
Sunday the 15th .. 9:00am-6pm
Admission & parking Free!
AKC all breed Obedience & Rally Trials indoors
PLEASE NO UNENTERED DOGS ALLOWED.
Information .. 410-239-2678 & leave a message
Admission: Free
SPRING EQUIPMENT AUCTION
Saturday the 20st .. 9am till .... finished
No consignments accepted before the 18th
410-489-7200
MID ATLANTIC ANTIQUES
Saturday the 28th 10am- 5pm .. Sunday the 29th 10am-4pm
Admission: $8.00 per person.
Americana, formal & county furniture, folk art, fine art,
Textile early glass & ceramics
SPECIAL PREVIEW - Friday the 27th … 5 – 8pm
Admission $50.00 a benefit for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation
www.CBF.org .. www.simsrogers.com ... 410-228-8858
UPPER MARLOBOR KENNEL CLUB
Saturday theApril 3rd & Sunday the 4
All events indoor. 8am -5 pm
Obedience Trials & Rally Trials
Free admission
APRIL
POTOMAC VALLEY GOLDEN RETRIEVER CLUB
Saturday the 17th .. 8am-5pm
Annual Breed Specialty & Obedience Trial
Information: 410-879-8581
GREAT DANE CLUB OF MD
Saturday the 11th .. 8am-5pm
Information: 410-377-9679
Kids Nearly New Spring Sale I
The ultimate children’s sale!
Saturday, April 17 .. 8am- noon
Main Exhibition Building
140 spaces filled with families,
crafters & services selling their kids stuff!
NB to TEEN / SMALL ADULT sizes
clothing, toys, games, books, videos/DVD, sports
furniture, equipment, decorations, maternity
outside play sets, home schooling, etc, etc...
No ATM on site, Food is available
Contact:web site:www.kidsnearlynewsale.com
email: kidnearlynewsale@aol.com
Please do not park in NO PARKING LANES or block other cars in
Kids Nearly New Spring Sale II
The other ultimate children’s sale day!
Sunday, April 18, 2010 .. 8am- noon
Main Exhibition BuildingAnother day... a different group of families
140 spaces filled with families,
crafters, and services selling their kids stuff!
NB to TEEN / SMALL ADULT sizes
clothing, toys, games, books, videos/DVD, sports
HOWARD CO. ANTIQUE FARM EQUIPMENT AUCTION
The 15th ANNUAL Howard County Antique Farm Machinery Club.
Tractors, farm & garden equipment, golf carts, building supplies’
tools, antiques, boats, cars, trucks, trailers, & much more
Consignment drop-of Wednesday the 21st - Friday the 23th .. 9am - dusk
The Auction will begin Saturday the 24th at 9am
A 5% buyers fee for all items sold for $1,000.00 or less
will go towards the LIVING FARM HERITAGE MUSEUM
Information: 410-531-2569 or 410-988-8165 9am - 9pm
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday the 11th & 18th ... 8am - 4pm
Information .. 410-442-2641
MAY
MARYLAND SHEEP & WOOL FESTIVAL
Saturday the 1st .. 9am - 9pm & Sunday 2nd .. 9am - 5pm
Sheep shows, sheep shearing, spinning, weaving, working sheep dogs,
gourmet lamb cooking, demonstrations & workshops concerning
all facets of the Sheep Industry.
Free Admission & Parking
Information: 410-531-3647 .. www.sheepandwool.org
CHESAPEAKE FORKLIFT SAFETY RODEO
Saturday the 8th, 2009 7am – 5 pm
Information: www.atlanticlift.com/rodeo.html
SPA, POOL & PATIO SHOW
May 21-23 .. Friday 12-8; Sat. 9-8 & Sunday 10-5
FREE ADMISSION
www.spapoolpatio.com
Free parking & Admission
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday 9th, & 16th .. 8 am- 4pm
JUNE
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday 6th, 13th & 27th .. 8 am- 4pm
JULY
DOG CLUSTER
4 AKC All-Breed Dog Shows
Approx. 1500 – 2500 dogs each day in approx. 140 different Breeds.
Approx. 40 -50 Vendors selling Dog Items & Food Supplies
Thursday the 8th - Catoctin Kennel Club
Friday the 9th - Northeastern Maryland Kennel Club 8am-6pm
Saturday the 10th - Upper Marlboro Kennel Club
Sunday the 11th - National Capital Club
Show hours ..7:30am-5pm .. Parking $5.00 .. Admission: FREE
THIS IS AN AKC SHOW
PLEASE …. NO STROLLERS OR DOGS NOT ENTERED IN SHOWS
See you at the show
For all Information: www.nemkc.org
POW WOW
Gates open at 11 am
Saturday the 17th - 11 am - 7 pm & Sunday the 18th 11 am - 6 pm
Rain or shine, in the event of rain the POW WOW will move inside.
Admission: Ages 13-up $8.00; Under 13 $6.00
An opportunity for the public to interact with American Indians.
Native American Dancing/Singing, craft Demonstrations/Story Telling;
Native American food items. Pony Rides; Face Painting
This is a rain or shine event and in the event of rain will be moved inside.
Information: Barry Richardson - 252-257-5383 7 am – 11 pm;
E-mail: powwow@vance.net
BRATS – BALTIMORE RADIO AMATEURES & TELEVISION SOCIETY
Sunday the 18th .. 8 am – 2 pm
Maryland Ham fest and Computer fest.
Tailing & indoor tables available.
Adults $6.00 .. under 12 Free
Information: 410-461-0086 voice & fax .. www.bratsatv.org
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday the 25th .... 8am-4pm
AUGUST
THE 65th HOWARD COUNTY FAIR
August 7th – 14th Daily Hours 8am – 11pm
Admission: $5 .. (10 years & up) … $2 (Seniors, 62 & up)
August 7nd Preview day: 8am-11pm, rides open noon – 11pm
9th thru 14th .. 8:am-11pm - Rides open 1pm – 11pm
Saturday the 14 rides 12am – 11pm
Sunday the 8th - Grand Opening & West Friendship Volunteer Fire Dept. Parade
& Baltimore’s Marching Ravens
Tuesday the 10th “SENIOR DAY” FREE ENTRY FOR FOLKS 62 & UP – all day.
Agricultural Judging: Beef & Dairy Cattle, Sheep, Swine, Rabbits, & Poultry
Home Arts: Baked Goods, Fruits & Vegetables, Candies, Farm Crops,
Wood working, Photography, Fine Arts & much more.
Live Bands & other Entertainment, Petting Zoo, & Pony Rides
Displays of Howard County Businesses & Services & Commercial Vendors.
Carnival Rides & a BIG choice of Food & Ice Cream
Information: 410-442-1022
PEAK BUILDING MATERIALS
Preview Friday the 27th .. Noon to 6pm
Auction Saturday the 28nd & Sunday the 29th
Registration 7:30am Auction Starts 9am
Large Building Materials Auction
Daily updates on materials received at www.peakauction.com .
Information: 816-474-1982 .. fax 816-474-4405
IN THE ZONE AGILITY
Friday the 20th thru Sunday the 22nd
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday 15th ... 8am-4pm
SEPTEMBER
KOREAN SOCIETY OF MARYLAND
Korean festival with traditional dances, performances, food, and arts.
Saturday the 4th 10am - 6pm
Information: 410-625-2442 .. 9-3
FLASH POINT
Fly Ball Tournament
Saturday the 4th & Sunday the 5th.
KID NEARLY NEW SALE
Saturday, September 12th .. 8am – 12 noon
143 Booths filled with families and services selling kids stuff for teens (16) - infants..
Back-to-school, holiday/dressy outfits, maternity, Halloween costumes,
toys, games, educational items,, books, videos, electronics, furniture, cribs,
decorative items. Handmade gift items, new/unused items great for gift giving.
Name brand clothing in alll sizes ... great condition ... low prices! Lots of items
for the older kids 6-14.
Bring walking shoes ... small bills .. shopping bags . kid’s size/measurements
... Friend, neighbor... and a way to take the great stuff home!
advise ... Easier to shop/buy without the kids
410-823-6039 evenings 6 – 9pm .. E-mail: kidnearlynewsale@aol.com
Web site kidsnearlynewsale.com
SILVERADO GUN SHOW
Saturday the 18th .. 9am - 5pm
Sunday the 19th .. 9am - 3pm
Over 400 Tables of all types of Firearms & related items.
All Firearm transactions subject to all Federal, State, & Local Laws.
Adults .. $8.00, Over 62 $6.00, Children under 12 & parking free
Information: 301-874-5012
www.silveradogunshow.com
ATLANTIC COAST GEM & MINERAL EXPO.
Saturday the 25th .. 10am - 6 pm
Sunday the 26th .. 10am - 5pm
Quality Dealers from all over the U.S.
Jewelry, Gemstones, Minerals & Fossils for sale.
Jewelry making & gem cutting & related demonstrations.
Exhibits & activities for children (mine for gem stones).
Admission: $5.00 .... Under 12 free
www.gemcuttersguild.com …. 410-832-5906 – evenings
MARYLAND WESTERN HORSE ASSOC. SHOWS
Sunday 12th & 26th .. 8am-4pm
OCTOBER
SUBURBAN MARYLAND FALL HOME SHOW
Friday October 1, 11am - 8pm
Saturday October 2, 10am -8pm
Sunday October 3, 10am - 6pm
Adults $9.00. Children under 16 are free
Event designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating
their home will enjoy the HOME SHOW.
For more information call toll-free 888-560-EXPO(3976)
http://acshomeshow com/HGExpo/HFF.html
CARA HAMFEST
Sunday the 3rd .. 6:00am – 4pm
HAM RADIO, COMPUTER SHOW & Flea Market
Admission: Adults $6.00 .. Under 12 Free
Information: 410-552-2652
CATONSVILLE KENNEL CLUB
October Friday 15th & Saturday the 16th ... 8am - 5pm
Parking $3.00 per Car
No Friday night “B” Match
Information: 410-833-1368 8am - 5pm
MARYLAND KENNEL CLUB
Sunday the 17th & Monday the 18th .... 8am - 5pm
All Breed Dog Shows
Both shows (10/10-13) admission ... $3 per car
FALL EQUIPMENT AUCTION
Saturday the 23rd 9am till ...... finished
No consignments accepted before the 14th
410-489-7200
CLASSIC CAR AUCTION
October 31st.. Registration 8 am ... Auction 10:30 am
Consignors welcome. Friday the 30 .. 11-7
Please register early for a great selling position.
Information: www.auctionzip.com ID#3599 for more information.
Express Auctions..410-243-9999
RAISING K9 AGILITY
October 23rd-25th .. 7am-5pm each day.
Dog Agility Trail
Free admission & parking
Information: Raising K9 Agility Club
Jaz 410-437-7801
SPA, POOL & PATIO SHOW
October29th - November 31st
Friday 2-8; Sat. 10-8 & Sunday 10-5
FREE ADMISSION
www.spapoolpatio.com
NOVEMBER
HOWARD COUNTY CRAFT SPECTACULAR
November 5th - 7th ... 9am - 5pm
Admission: $5 daily or 3 day pass $ 7.. Under 10 Free
Several hundred juried Crafters participating
Information: www.atozcrafts.net - 301-271-4432 .. 9am - 8pm
DOG CLUSTER
All-Breed Dog Shows & Obedience Trials
approx. 1,500 To 2,400 + dogs each day.
in approx. 150 different Breeds
Trials each day
Approx. 50 Vendors selling dog related products
Thursday 25th - National Capital Kennel Club
Friday 26th - Northeastern Maryland Kennel Club
Saturday 27th - Chesapeake Kennel Club
Sunday 28th - Upper Marlboro Kennel Club
All Breed Judging indoors & all Obedience outdoor.
Show hours .. 8am-6pm
Parking $ 5.00
PLEASE .... NO STROLLERS OR DOGS NOT ENTERED IN SHOW
Vendor Information: Dee Emsley 410-658-6033
Information: www.nemkc.org
DECEMBER
PEAK BUILDING MATERIALS
Preview Friday December 3rd .. Noon to 6pm
Auction Saturday the 4th & Sunday the 6th
Registration 7:30am Auction Starts 9am 9-4
Large Building Materials Auction
Daily updates on materials received at www.peakauction.com .
Information: 816-474-1982
HUNTER SAFETY COURSES
MUST PRE REGISTER FOR EITHER COURSE
Basic Hunter Safety:
Must attend both sessions, Wednesday & Saturday.
April - Wednesday 7th 7-10pm & Saturday the 10th 8am-4pm
May - Wednesday 5th & Saturday 8th
August - Wednesday 18th & Saturday 21st
September - Wednesday 8th & Saturday 11th
Muzzleloader Classes:
May - Saturday 22nd 8am-4pm
October - 2nd 8am-4pm
For additional information call:
Terry Barth: 410-635-3522 or huntsafe@comcast.net
THIS LIST OF EVENTS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
TO CONFIRM AN EVENT CALL 410-442-1022