2 CA Releases First Quarter Finance Report for FY 2014
Monthl y CA
3 Why I Serve: Interview with CA Board Member Tom O’Connor
OCT 2013
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DogPark Opening Soon!
By David Greisman
VERY DOG HAS ITS DAY, AND SOON DOGS IN COLUMBIA WILL HAVE THEIR OWN PLACE
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to play. That’s because Columbia Association (CA) will be opening the community’s first dog park,
providing a great space for dogs to play or relax — and for their people to join them.
Columbia
DogPark will be
CA’s director of community building
located on 2.7 acres off of Rivendell
and sustainability. “We are always
Lane, adjacent to the Columbia
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interested
in
serving
our
SportsPark in the village of Harper’s
community in different and better
Choice. The CA Board of Directors
ways. We have so many people who
has approved $135,000 in funding for the DogPark. Howard
love to walk with their dogs and have their dogs play, and now this will be a
County’s Department of
really nice recreation and park setting for
Planning and Zoning
them to do that.”
approved the site plan for the
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Learn more about about CA upcoming projects, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org.
park
in
July.
The
Harper’s Choice Village Board has also expressed its support for the project. This will be only the second dog park in a county that has plenty
Construction is underway. Most of the features were expected to be complete by late September, weather permitting, and then the grounds and grass are being given time to cure. Columbia DogPark is expected to open in late fall.
of dog lovers, a community that has made CA’s Dog Day
The DogPark will be open from sunup to sundown, seven days a week,
Afternoon a popular annual event. The Howard C o u n t y
and will have a nominal registration fee for yearly packages as well as an
D e p a r t m e n t o f Recreation and Parks operates the Worthington
option for one-day entry, according to Sean Harbaugh, assistant director
Dog Park on Hillsborough Road in Ellicott City, and it is also
of CA’s Open Space Management Division, which will operate the park.
planning on opening a dog park in Blandair Park in east Columbia. “Dog parks are really taking off across the country,” said Jane Dembner,
For more information, please contact CA’s Open Space Management Division at 410-312-6330. C A M O N T H LY 1
CA Releases First Quarter Finance Report for FY 2014 ORGANIZATION-WIDE SUMMARY
Columbia Association (CA) finished the first quarter of FY2014 at $1.1 million, or 4.5 percent,
OPEN SPACE
A number of new programs and highlights occurred during the first quarter of FY2014, including participation in the “World’s Largest Swim Lesson” and “Goggles for Guppies”; offering inexpensive lessons and safety training through the “Columbia Swims” program; hosting the summer Kidz Triathlon at the Clemens Crossing Pool; offering the Columbia Neighborhood Swim League to more than 2,452 participants with 14 teams; launching the six-class pass for active adults ages 65 and up; launching the new group fitness pavilion at Stevens Forest Pool; beta testing a new medically-based “BOOM” program that allows participants to increase lean body mass and methodically burn fat; hosting a skateboarding competition at Columbia SkatePark; and offering the First Tee programs with more than 700 participants. The division completed the quarter 5.7 percent behind budget (due mainly to the timing of the payment of tickets for resale) but 21.2 percent ahead of where the division was at this time in FY2013. It is expected that Sport & Fitness will be slightly below (4.7 percent) below budget at the end of the year.
The Open Space Management Division ended the
COMMUNITY SERVICES
over the budgeted increase in net assets for the same period. Total income of $42.5 million was
essentially flat for the quarter, and $829,000 or 2 percent higher than the same period in FY2013.
Total operating expenses of $15.9 million were 3.8 percent below budget, and $101,000, or .6 percent,
higher than the first quarter of last year. Although it is early in the year, CA anticipates ending FY2014
with an increase in net assets of $3.9 million.
During the first quarter, the Finance and Internal Audit teams prepared for and participated in the
annual independent audits performed by CohnReznick. The results of the audits were presented to
the Audit Committee by CohnReznick and shared with the CA Board of Directors.
The Finance team also led and participated in the document management and imaging system
launch for accounts payable, purchasing and human resources. The full implementation of this system
will move much of CA’s supply chain transaction handling to paperless processes.
COMMUNITY BUILDING
and Sustainability
MANAGEMENT
During this first quarter, interest in the rain garden program continued to increase with 36 rain gardens installed. Noteworthy accomplishments included implementation of the first phase of the garden restoration at the Kennedy gardens; landscape renovations; planting of five new bio-retention areas; completion of the Lake Kittamaqundi pathway reconstruction; replacement of the Golden Hook and Endymion Way tot lots; replacement of 12 bridges; restoration of the curvilinear section of the Town Center rock wall and replacement of the final section of the pier; replacement/installation of 2,700 linear feet of concrete sidewalk Columbia-wide; and resurfacing of 14 basketball and seven tennis courts Columbia-wide. We also received approval from Howard County’s Department of Planning and Zoning for the Columbia DogPark, continued to work on the Comprehensive Plan for Serving Older Adults, worked on the development of a Sustainability Operational Plan and monitored planning and development initiatives in Columbia. The “Planning and Development Tracker” was also updated twice monthly. The latest version is available at ColumbiaAssociation.com/pdfs/GetInformed/ PlanningandDevelopmentTracker.pdf.
first quarter better than budget by $434,000. Even
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Sports & Fitness
considering the significant impact on mowing and trimming cycles due to higher than normal rainfall, the
continued emphasis on outdoor recycling stations and
other Open Space projects, Land Maintenance expenses were below budget in most line items through the end of the first quarter.
The RV Storage Park was below budget through
the quarter in total operating expenses and is currently
at 99 percent capacity.
By the end of the quarter, nearly $3.1 million of
annual charge revenue was used to protect and maintain the environmental assets of Columbia.
The Community Services Division finished the first quarter $494,000 better than budget. The positive variance is primarily due to increased tuition and enrollment income from School Age Services as a result of increased enrollment and savings in salary and wages, operating supplies, rentals and smaller savings throughout each of the expense lines. Some of the important programs that are supported by the first quarter subsidy of $776,000 from the annual charge are: the Summer Lakefront Festival, Columbia Archives, Sister Cities, Columbia Art Center, Volunteer Center Serving Howard County, Youth and Teen Center @ The Barn, covenant enforcement fees and access to camps and before and after school care for income-qualified youngsters. In addition, it provides support to the village community associations in the amount of $1,326,000.
Columbia Association’s Sales and Marketing team develop
Sales & Marketing
print ads, direct mailings, online advertising, social media
Total memberships were 2,130 ahead of the same time
advertising and other tactics to promote and sell member-
last year. This increase is primarily due to the success of
ships and programs.
Outdoor Pools/Columbia Swim Center and Hobbit’s Glen
The Sales and Marketing team also continued several
memberships. This quarter, 850 CA Points students received
partnerships with Howard County Tourism, Get Active Howard
free memberships as a result of their exceptional work ethic
County, the Howard County Office on Aging, the Choose
and grades during the previous school year.
Civility Committee and the Ethnic Community Summit.
New Pathway Portion Completed at
Lake Kittamaqundi
early half a mile of pathway at Lake Kittamaqundi has been replaced after it
An Interview with CA Board Member Tom O’Connor
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was removed during a county infrastructure improvement project — and
the pathway is now wider than before to make it better for the people who use it. The section of path is 2,200 linear feet running
for Columbia Association (CA).
from the bridge on the southern end and through
The county government reimbursed CA for
the Kennedy Gardens area on the east side of the
a total of $90,000 to install a new 8-foot-wide
lake. It needed to be replaced after the Howard
pathway. CA allocated an additional $24,000
County government finished a sewer line
to make the path 10-feet wide, which makes it
construction project, according to Denis Ellis,
easier and safer for pedestrians and bicyclists
division director of capital improvement projects
to share, Ellis said. That width was among the recommendations made in CA’s Active Transportation Action Agenda, which
can
be
found
online
bit.ly/ConnectingColumbia.
at The
pathway’s sloping also conforms to the Americans with Disabilities Act, he said. Another pathway project at the lake is planned for the future, one that will see CA completing the long-anticipated loop around Kittamaqundi.
IMPORTANT CA PHONE NUMBERS CA Headquarters......................................410-715-3000
Columbia Swim Center ............................410-730-7000
CA Membership Service Center..............410-730-1801
Columbia Teen Center .............................410-992-3726
Aquatics Office........................................410-312-6332
Fairway Hills Golf Club ............................410-730-1112
Columbia Art Center................................410-730-0075
Hobbit's Glen Golf Club............................410-730-5980
Columbia Athletic Club ...........................410-730-6744
Inclement Weather Hotline .....................410-715-3154
Columbia Association Camps .................410-715-3165
Indoor Tennis, Columbia Athletic Club...410-720-0149
Columbia Gym..........................................410-531-0800
Owen Brown Tennis Bubble .....................410-381-7255
Columbia Horse Center ...........................301-776-5850
Supreme Sports Club ...............................410-381-5355
Columbia Ice Rink ...................................420-730-0322
The Racquet Club at Hobbit’s Glen .........410-715-3080
Columbia SportsPark/SkatePark ............410-715-3054
Wilde Lake Tennis Club ...........................410-730-3767
WhyI Serve By David Greisman
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OM O’CONNOR STEPPED BACK INTO THE boardroom at Columbia Association (CA) Headquarters this July, returning to a role he’d previously served in for a decade. O’Connor had represented Dorsey’s Search on the CA Board of Directors, including a stint as the board’s chairman. He left in 2009, only to return this year after the departure of board member Tom Coale. Why come back? “They asked me to,” O’Connor said, explaining that his familiarity with the workings of Columbia Association and the needs of Dorsey’s Search would allow him to step right in and get to work. And O’Connor also stressed the importance of community service, a value instilled in him while he was attending the United States Military Academy in West Point, N.Y. “That’s the whole DNA of the community,” O’Connor said. “It’s very gratifying to see that you’re making a better community for everybody who lives there.” O’Connor has lived in many places, but decided to bring his family to Dorsey’s Search in 1987. “We decided to raise our sons in a nice cul-desac type of community and give them some stability,” he said. His sons are now 36 and 33, one a banker and the other a professional baseball player. Tom O’Connor, meanwhile, is an outside sales manager for a company that works with the electronics industry. The 62-year-old said he sees himself remaining with the CA board for a year or two. One issue he says is important is increasing cooperation between organizations in Howard County. He also wants to see the proposed Inner Arbor Plan for Symphony Woods come to fruition. James Rouse had seen Symphony Woods as being the centerpiece of Columbia, O’Connor said. “Now we have an opportunity to make it that,” he said.
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Celebrate Halloween in Columbia
by Aria White Connor
There are plenty of fun activities this month for your family and kids to celebrate and have a spooky, good time for Halloween. Whether you’re into dancing, or lunchtime fun, or dressing up in costumes, there’s a Halloween event for you! Monster Mash
Haunted Hallow’s Eve
Boo Bash
Friday, October 11 • 6-8pm Supreme Sports Club 7080 Deepage Dr Enjoy ghoulish games, monster music, a costume/pumpkin parade, a contest and more. Cost per Family • $10 for PPP/KidSpace
Friday, October 25 • 6-8pm Claret Hall • River Hill Village Center Enjoy a spooky Halloween haunted house and trick-or-treating.
Saturday, October 26 • 10-11:30am Columbia Gym • 6151 Daylong Ln Have fun with face painting, a costume contest, creepy crafts and games.
Call 410-531-1749 for more information.
Members; $12 for CA Residents; and $14 for Non-Members. Please call 410-381-7559 for more information.
Boo Bash
Cost per Family is • $10 for PPP/KidSpace Members; $12 for CA Residents; and $14 for NonMembers. For more information, contact Melissa.Capo@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
Spooktacular Funday Friday, October 18 • 12-1:30pm Hawthorn Center 6175 Sunny Spring Enjoy lunch and fun at this special event for ages 5-12. Cost is $5. Early registration is required. Please call 410-730-7327 for more information or to register.
Friday, October 25 • 5-6:30pm Columbia Athletic Club 5435 Beaverkill Rd Have fun with face painting, a costume contest, creepy crafts and games. Cost is $10 for PPP/KidSpace Members; $12 for CA Residents; and $14 for Non-Members. For more information, please contact Melissa.Capo@ColumbiaAssociation.org for more information.
Halloween Happenings Saturday, October 26 • 5-7pm Amherst House Kings Contrivance Village Center Enjoy some Halloween fun at Amherst House with tricks, treats and spooky good fun. Please call 410-381-9600 for more information.
Halloween Party for Children Friday, October 25 • 4:30pm Slayton House Wilde Lake Village Center This fun event features a puppet show and trick-or-treating. Please call 410-730-3987
For Long Reach Residents Saturday, October 26 • 1-3pm Stonehouse • Long Reach Village Center Have fun at this special Halloween party for kids (age 10 or younger) of Long Reach Village residents. Please call 410-730-8113 for
for more information.
more information.
Halloween Hijinx
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C A M O N T H LY 5
CA Annual Charge Dollars Help Keep Columbia Pathways Clean By Erin McPhail
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION (CA) maintains more than 3,600 acres of open space. Of course, “open” doesn’t mean that there’s nothing there. On the contrary, we’re talking lakes, ponds, parks, 93.5 miles of pathways, bridges, basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas and more. Your assessment dollars help us maintain those pathways by removing debris and vegetation, clearing them of snow in the winter and leaves during the fall. The team members also inspect the pathways and bridges on an annual basis for needed repairs. Your fees go toward the equipment as well: mowers, snow removal gear, trucks, maintenance equipment and everything else it takes to keep open spaces green, safe and “open” for your enjoyment. For more information on how your annual charge dollars are used, visit WhyIPayCA.org.
Columbia Association Board of Directors
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Using Energy Efficiency Tricks for Cost Saving Treats During
Energy Awareness Month OCTOBER IS ENERGY AWARENESS MONTH, AND it is a great time to look at the numerous ways we can all be more energy efficient. Columbia Association (CA) is continuing to make upgrades to its facilities to conserve energy and save money, and the recently completed summer shutdown of our fitness facilities was a great opportunity to undertake several significant projects. New light fixtures were installed in the Columbia Athletic Club Tennis Arena and the Supreme Sports Club Arena that improve light quality and significantly reduce energy consumption. Older high-wattage fixtures in these locations were replaced with highly-efficient fluorescent fixtures; the new fixtures will also last longer and maintain light output better than the older technology. Other projects completed at the fitness facilities included simple lamp upgrades, installation of a high-
What are some other things Columbia residents can do to start saving energy this month?
efficiency boiler and replacement of occupancy sensors. CA has sunk its teeth into energy efficiency, and Columbia residents can, too. Fall is a great time to replace your porch, garage and other outdoor lights with long-lasting, energy-saving CFLs and LEDs. They provide the light you need for winter’s longer nights while using far less energy, saving you money. With instant discounts from BGE’s Smart Energy Savers Program®, you can save up to $2.25 on select ENERGY STAR® certified CFLs and up to $5 on select ENERGY STAR certified LED lighting. For more information on how you can help improve the sustainability of our community and save money at the same time, please go to BGESmartEnergy.com/Residential.
TURN IT OFF – Even energy-efficient light bulbs and equipment should be turned off if there is no reason for it to be on. Be on the lookout for “phantom” standby loads from chargers or other electronic equipment that still use energy when they are turned off. BUY ENERGY STAR – When purchasing electronics and other appliances, look for the ENERGY STAR label. GET A SMART THERMOSTAT – Use programmed thermostat setbacks to reduce air conditioning and heating needs. Raising a thermostat setpoint a few degrees in summer and lowering it a few degrees in winter can have a significant impact on energy consumption. UTILIZE INCENTIVES – Participate in BGE’s numerous incentive programs, such as Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, to get information and financial assistance for energy efficiency projects. GO NATURAL – Utilize passive strategies such as daylighting and outside air ventilation when possible.
Michael Cornell, River Hill 410-531-9340 MichaelCornell@comcast.net
Cynthia A.S.H. Coyle, Harper’s Choice 410-997-7637 CashCoyle2@aol.com
Brian Dunn, Kings Contrivance 301-473-0077 BrianJDunn@gmail.com
Alex Hekimian, Oakland Mills 410-730-2583 AlexHekimian@hotmail.com
Nancy McCord, Wilde Lake 410-730-2309 Nancy.McCord@LNF.com
Tom O’Connor, Dorsey’s Search 410-336-9269 TomFOC3@Verizon.net
Gregg Schwind, Hickory Ridge 410-992-5043 Gregg.Schwind@usdoj.gov
Andrew Stack, Owen Brown 410-381-8897 Andy.OBCA@gmail.com
Russell Swatek, Long Reach 410-799-1497 Swatek1@yahoo.com
Suzanne Waller, Town Center 410-730-9132 SUZYQ1104@aol.com
YOUR
WORKOUT
WITH
MIX-UP
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
at Supreme Sports Club
ill Rose had never done mixed martial arts before stepping onto the
By David Greisman
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mats at Supreme Sports Club. He knew martial arts would be a good
workout, though — he’d done a few years of taekwondo in college, and
he much preferred this kind of exercise over lifting weights or running.
This past February, Rose began taking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai kickboxing classes through Columbia Association (CA). The 24-year-old white belt from Columbia is learning by doing, both through instructor Alvin
“The experience and knowledge that he brings is astounding,” Rose said. “He’s been in every single position and situation and knows how to teach it. He’s like a walking encyclopedia.” The classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays at Supreme Sports Club, located at 7080 Deepage Drive in east Columbia. Classes are for all levels; no prior experience is required. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes go from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., and Muay Thai runs from 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. Classes are open to anyone 14 and up. Waivers for those 13 and younger will be considered on a case-bycase basis. Youth classes are expected to begin soon. The cost for unlimited MMA classes is $125 a month for CA members and $135 a month for non-members. Included in that Mixed Martial Arts classes are offered at Supreme Sports price is a plain white Brazilian Club on Mondays and Wednesdays. Jiu-Jitsu gi — these classes Chan and by “rolling” with his classmates. train with a gi on Mondays and without a gi on “There’s this big mentality of allowing yourself Wednesdays. Regular gym attire is allowed at to get comfortable with being uncomfortable, to the Muay Thai classes. Groin protection is tap out and to make mistakes, because that’s highly recommended for Muay Thai students. how you learn,” Rose said. Go to ColumbiaAssociation.org/login Chan, a personal trainer for CA, is a to sign up, call 410-381-5355 or visit Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt and is a former Supreme Sports Club’s front desk. For member of the World Kickboxing Association’s more information, please contact Chan at U.S. Thai Boxing team. Alvin.Chan@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
CA BOARD
RECAP At
the Columbia Association (CA) Board of Directors
meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12, these Recommendations for Action items were approved: The appointment of Anne Santos to the *Wilde Lake Architectural Committee. The concept of the Mind/Body/Wellness *Retreat for the new CA operations in the old Rouse Company Headquarters building.
A purchasing exception so that *ClubIntel, Inc. can assist CA in developing
the marketing and pre-sales plans for the new Wellness Retreat.
Year 2013 990 and 990T Forms. * Fiscal the dollar threshold for the *threeIncreasing reading rule from $25,000 to $50,000. Amending the President’s Goals and *Objectives for Fiscal Year 2014 to include resolution of the internal control
recommendations made by CohnReznick
during their audits of both Fiscal Year 2012 and Fiscal Year 2013 financial statements.
Filing of the first quarter Fiscal Year 2014 *Board Report and Financial Statements. For current CA Board meeting minutes and
agenda please visit bit.ly/CABoardMeetings. A podcast of the meetings are also
available at bit.ly/CABoardPodcast.
C A M O N T H LY 7
October
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Perspectives: A Mixed Media Exhibit
Now-Sat, Oct 19 • Times vary Bernice Kish Gallery in Wilde Lake 410-730-3897
Oakland Mills Farmers Market
Sundays through Nov. 24 9am-1pm • Oakland Mills Village Center • 410-730-4610
Ice Cream Sundae and Scarecrow Making
Fri, Oct 4 • 6:30-8pm Amherst House • 410-381-9600
Fri, Oct 4 • 7:30-9pm • Long Reach Community Association – Stonehouse • 410-730-8113
Town Center Fall Yard Sale
Sat, Oct 12 • 9am-12pm • Vantage Point Road Park • 410-730-4744.
Long Reach Village Yard Sale
Sat, Oct 12 • 8am-1pm Locations vary (look for ribbons) 410-730-8113
11th Annual Hear My Voice Teen Day and Teen Idol Competition
Sun, Oct 13 • 3-6pm Downtown Columbia Lakefront 410-992-3726
Family Bingo Night
Bod Pod – Body Composition Testing
Sat, Oct 5 • 7am-12pm Columbia Gym • Personal.Training @ColumbiaAssociation.org Sat, Oct 5 • 8am-12pm • Harper’s Choice Village • 410-730-0770
Red Ribbon Yard Sale
Records Management Workshop
Mon, Oct 14 • 4-7pm • Historic Oakland Manor • 410-715-6761
Visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/Events to learn about more great events happening in Columbia!
Owen Brown Community Association Board Meeting
Tue, Oct 15 • 7pm • Owen Brown Community Center • 410-381-0202 Fri, Oct 18 • 12-1:30pm Hawthorn Center • Early registration required Info@HickoryRidgeVillage.org
Spooktacular Funday
Oakland Music Cafe with Fourtitude
Sun, Oct 20 • 3:30-5pm • Historic Oakland Manor • 410-730-4744
Bonita Glaser and Jing-Jy Chen Gallery
Thu, Oct 24 -Thu, Dec. 19 Times vary • Bernice Kish Gallery 410-730-3897
Fall Hobby & Craft Fair
Thu, Oct 24 • 4:30-6pm • Historic Oakland Manor • 410-730-4744
Town Center’s 40th Birthday Celebration
Fri, Oct 25 • 5-6:30pm Columbia Athletic Club • Melissa. Capo@ColumbiaAssociation.org
Sat, Oct 19 • 9am-12pm Columbia Gym • 410-715-3169 Sat, Oct 19 •12-3pm • Historic Oakland Manor • 410-730-4744
Afternoon Tea
Boo Bash
An Evening of Jazz with Project Natale
Fri, Oct 25 • 7pm • The Other Barn • 410-730-4610 Fri, Oct 25 • 6-8pm • Claret Hall 410-531-1749
Haunted Hallow’s Eve
Sat, Oct 26 • 10-11:30am Columbia Athletic Club •
Boo Bash
Melissa.Capo@ColumbiaAssociation.org
Shred E-Cycle Event *Hickory Ridge Residents Only*
Sat, Oct 5 • 9am-1pm Hawthorn Center • Info@ HickoryRidgeVillage.org
Rock Your Jeans Fitness Expo and Fashion Show
Sat, Oct 26 • 11am • Kahler Hall 410-730-0770
How To Do Cowboy Tricks
Sat, Oct 26 • 5-7pm • Amherst House • 410-381-9600
Halloween Happenings
Sat, Oct 5 • 12-3pm • Lord & Taylor (The Mall in Columbia) Jennifer.Medillin@Columbia Association.org
Mon, Oct 28 • 7pm • Columbia Art Center • 410-730-0075
Oakland Mills Cultural Arts Festival
Creating Columbia – 50 Years Ago Today
Sat, Oct 5 • 11am-4pm Oakland Mills Village Center 410-730-4610
Fri, Oct 11 • 6-8pm • Supreme Sports Club • 410-381-7559
Monster Mash
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Salon Series: 50 Years in Clay
Wed, Oct 30 • 7-9pm • Columbia Archives • 410-715-6781 Thu, Oct 31 • 10am-3:30pm Columbia Art Center 410-730-0075
Baltimore Gallery Tour