ca monthly february 2016
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CA Monthly's February 2016 issue highlights four great Valentine's Day dates with CA.TRANSCRIPT
Columbia Association gift cardspurchased on or after Friday, Jan.15,2016 may only beredeemed for CA programs,lessons and services.
CA’s Gift Card Policy Changes
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MonthlyA PUBLICATION OF COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION FEB2016CA
Columbia Art Center’s popular Paint Night classes are also available as couples classes. You can explore each other’s artisticabilities while working side-by-side on a painting — and with a class on Valentine’s Day, your plans are already taken care of.(See Rendezvous, page 3)
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V alentine’s Day planning can be stressful. Fortunately,Columbia Association can help.
You’ll still need to bring thechocolate and roses, but CA hasplenty of great couples activities tomake for a memorable Valentine’sDay — whether you want to indulgeyour artistic sides, get active or justrelax and unwind.
Unleashing your inner artists
If you’d like to explore your artisticsides, Columbia Art Center’s popularPaint Night classes are also available ascouples classes. You can explore eachother’s artistic abilities while workingside-by-side on a painting you’ll takehome after class, and you can evenbring your own refreshments to enjoy while you work. It’s a great way to be, well, drawn together.The next Paint Night for Couples
is Sunday, Feb. 14 from 6-8:30pm.
CA offers a trio of great date options
Valentine’s Day Rendezvous
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BoardRecapCA
CA BOARD OF DIRECTORS2015-2016Reginald AveryOakland [email protected]
Dick BoultonDorsey’s [email protected]
Brian DunnKings [email protected]
Janet EvansLong [email protected]
Jeanne KetleyTown [email protected]
Alan KleinHarper’s [email protected]
Nancy McCordWilde [email protected]
Gregg SchwindHickory [email protected]
Andrew StackOwen [email protected]
Chao WuRiver [email protected]
Letter fromOwen Brown
A t the Columbia Association (CA) Board ofDirectors meeting held Jan. 14, CA’s Boardapproved establishing a Sister City relationship with Cap-Haitien, Haiti.
Additionally, the board tabled a vote on draft guidelines for CA Board members serving as representatives on the Inner Arbor Trust Board of Directors and directed DickBoulton and Gregg Schwind, who serve on both CA’s andInner Arbor Trust’s boards, to develop a final version.The Jan. 28 meeting was after CA Monthly’s press time.
The next scheduled Board of Directors meetings are Feb. 11and 25. Meetings typically begin at 7:30pm and are held atCA Headquarters, 6310 Hillside Court, Suite 100.For current CA Board of Directors meeting minutes
and agendas, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/Agendas.Podcasts from board meetings are available atColumbiaAssociation.org/Podcasts.
Change is central to Owen Brown’s evolution
So much has changed in Owen Brownsince I moved here in 1979. The villagehad been founded in 1972 and was stillbeing built. It was an attractive location to
us, conveniently close to Lake Elkhorn, Columbia’sopen space, the many amenities and attractions inthis community, and the major highways for whenwe needed to travel out of town.So much time has passed. There’s much more to
Owen Brown (and to Columbia in general) in2016 than there was when both were still in theirearly years. And the village, as with the community,continues to undergo redevelopment that is anecessary consequence of the passage of time.Owen Brown Village Center was renovated in 2002. Columbia Association
completed a new, modern clubhouse at its Owen Brown Tennis Club in 2014. OwenBrown Interfaith Center is nearly done completing its expansion. Howard CountyLibrary System’s East Columbia branch, which serves more than half a million visitorseach year, will soon be undergoing renovations as well. (The library is also adjacent tothe 50+ Center, where CA’s monthly World Languages Café is held.)But the village is much larger than many people realize, and it is much more than
the areas around and encircled within Cradlerock Way. It also includes more thanthe residential neighborhoods. Sections of the industrial areas along Snowden RiverParkway and Broken Land Parkway are also in Owen Brown, and some of those,too, are being redeveloped.I’m also looking forward to the new pathway that will run from Lake
Kittamaqundi to Stevens Forest Road. I hope that someday the county willcomplete another section of the pathway all the way to Lake Elkhorn.The lake, after all, is a focal point that can’t be missed by anyone driving along
Broken Land Parkway and shouldn’t be missed by anyone who appreciatesbeautiful settings like what Elkhorn offers. The loop around it provides a greatroute for walkers, runners and bicyclists. The grassy area by the dam is a good spotto picnic, read a book or just relax. The pavilion is available for rent through CA forpicnics, reunions, and celebrations. There is a fabulous tot lot on the dockside thatis well-used by the community. There are a lot of birds and wildlife that can be seenwhile you’re at the lake. And there is a connection to the county pathway that leadssouth under Route 32 and eventually all the way to Savage. One of the things that brought me to Owen Brown was that it was a central
location for accessing other places. The great news is that also means everythingI’ve written about can be easily reached by the rest of Columbia. And it should be.
Andy Stack
FILE PhotoAndrew StackVillage of Owen BrownColumbia Council Representative
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CA Headquarters ............................................410-715-3000Customer and Member Service Center.........410-730-1801Aquatics Office................................................410-312-6332Columbia Archives .........................................410-715-6781Columbia Art Center .......................................410-730-0075Columbia Association Camps........................410-715-3165Columbia Athletic Club ..................................410-730-6744Columbia Gym ................................................410-531-0800Columbia Horse Center..................................301-776-5850Columbia Ice Rink ..........................................410-730-0322Columbia SportsPark/SkatePark ...................410-715-3054Columbia Swim Center ..................................410-730-7000Columbia Youth and Teen Center ..................410-992-3726Fairway Hills Golf Club ..................................410-730-1112Haven on the Lake..........................................410-715-3020Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club ..................................410-730-5980Inclement Weather Hotline............................410-715-3154Indoor Tennis, Columbia Athletic Club ...........410-720-0149Owen Brown Tennis Bubble ...........................410-381-7255The Racquet Club at Hobbit’s Glen................410-730-6601School Age Services ......................................410-715-3164Supreme Sports Club .....................................410-381-5355Wilde Lake Tennis Club ................................410-730-3767
CA PHONE NUMBERSCouples will paint Sunset on Safari (SeeColumbiaArtCenter.org for photos) andthe price is $35 per couple. There will also be a session on Friday,
March 11 from 6:30-8:30pm. Thesubject will be Tranquil Lake. TheMarch session is $45 per couple.Find tranquility together Haven on the Lake offers a serene
way to unwind any day of the year, butit’s also a one-of-a-kind date location.With onsite KidSpace, you and yourpartner can have peace of mind that your children will be happy andoccupied while you relax at the retreat.While Haven’s amenities are special
no matter who you’re with, they alsocreate a memorable couples getaway,too. You can enjoy healingenvironments like the Crystal SaltTherapy Room or the hot tuboverlooking picturesque LakeKittamaqundi, take a mind body classlike Pilates or yoga or enjoy spatreatments such as massages, scrubs
and body wraps from The Still Point Spaat Haven on the Lake.As a sweet Valentine’s Day treat for
couples, Haven is offering 15 percent offcouples massages throughout February.To receive the discount, call 410-715-3030 and mention promo code15VALENTINE when booking. Learnmore about Haven on the Lake atHavenontheLake.org.
Pump each other upA study by the Department of
Kinesiology at Indiana University foundthat married couples who worked outtogether tended to stay with theirworkout programs — a dropout rate ofonly 6 percent for couples who workedout together, versus 43 percent for thoseworking out alone.So take the opportunity to raise your
heart rates, whether it’s exploring a newgroup fitness class like Basic Training,Cardio Dance Party or Studio Cycling,or signing up for personal training as apair for a more personalized workout.Find out more about group fitness
options at ColumbiaAssociation.org/GroupFitness, and about personaltraining at ColumbiaAssociation.org/PersonalTraining.
Date night with the familyWant to celebrate Valentine’s Day
with the whole family? CA’s KidSpaceprogram is holding Family ValentineDate Night on Friday, Feb. 12 from 7-8:30pm at Columbia Gym. Join us for a fun-filled evening
of music, dancing, games and muchmore. When the dancing is over, end the evening by making your own ice cream sundae! The event isopen to everyone. The price per family is $10 for
KidSpace/Package Plan Plus members;$12 for Columbia Cardholders and $14 for nonmembers. For moreinformation or to register, please call orvisit any KidSpace location. (ColumbiaAthletic Club: 410-730-6755: ColumbiaGym: 410-531-8984: Supreme SportsClub: 410-381-7559).
CA wraps up proposed budget This month wraps up Columbia Association’s budgetprocess for fiscal years 2017 and 2018. The draft budgetincludes a proposal to increase the annual charge cap from 2.5 percent to 3.5 percent. For a full explanation of what that would mean, plus more
information on CA’s proposed budget and a schedule ofFebruary’s meetings, go toColumbiaAssociation.org/Budget.
Excite Columbia returns Excite Columbia, a free six-week program held to educate,
inform and give residents an in-depth view on how CAoperates and serves the community, returns Tuesday, March 1from 6:30-8:30pm. Excite Columbia is CA’s citizen’s academy— held on six consecutive Tuesdays, it provides a forum for CAand community members to interact and engage with oneanother. Register at ColumbiaAssociation.org/Excite.
Rendezvous(from page 1)
Photo by Jason LEEHaven on the Lake offers a serene way to unwind any day of the year, but as asweet Valentine’s Day treat for couples,Haven is offering 15 percent off couplesmassages throughout February.
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February Community Events Visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/Events to learn about more great events happening in Columbia!
Rain Garden PresentationWednesday, Feb. 3 • 7pmLearn how to replace some of your lawnwith a rain garden in this presentationfrom River Hill’s Watershed AdvisoryCommittee.• Claret Hall, 6020 DaybreakCircle, Clarksville • [email protected]
Tango Dance ClassThursdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25 • 7:15pm Celebrate your romance at our four-week tango dance class; $20 per couple.6800 Cradlerock Way • [email protected]
Animal Shelter ExtravaganzaFriday, Feb. 5 • 11am-2pmSchools are closed, so enjoy theafternoon making pet toys for the animalsat the Howard County Animal Control and Adoption Center. Donations will becollected at Stonehouse until Feb. 5.Call for more details or list of itemsrequested from the shelter. • Stonehouse,8775 Cloudleap Court • [email protected]
Rainbow Theatre – School’sOut presents “Mad Science”Friday, Feb. 5 • 10amAn interactive show filled with colorsand exploration for preschoolers.Slayton House Theatre,10400 Cross FoxLane • [email protected]
All Star Day Open HouseSaturday, Feb. 13 • 7am-10pmIt’s the NBA’s All-Star weekend and CAhas something special for our own all-stars — you! Visit select CA sport andfitness locations all day on Saturday,Feb. 13 for free special fitness classes,demonstrations, activities, giveawaysand more — including working out forfree in all fitness areas at CA’s threefitness clubs. Open to the public. Visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/AllStar for more info.
Container Gardening SeminarThursday, Feb. 18 • 7:30-9pmMaster Gardener Kent Phillips willpresent a free seminar with great tips to maximize your space by usingcontainers. Snacks are provided; call to register. • Amherst House, 7521 Eden Brook Drive 410-381-9600 • Dawn Linthicum –[email protected]
It’s for the Birds!Thursday, Feb. 18 • 3-4pmFree presentation by Mike Kerwin of the Howard County Bird Club. Learnhow to attract and identify birds in yourbackyard. Historic Oakland Manor, 5430 Vantage Point Road410-730-4744
Free Bike Clinic at Slayton HouseSaturday, Feb. 20 • 2-4pmFree bicycle registration by the HowardCounty Police Pathway Patrol Unit,complimentary safety check byPrinceton Sports and complimentarybike and helmet fitting by PrincetonSports and 90+ Cycling. Slayton House,Wilde Lake Village Center, 10400 CrossFox Lane • 410-730-3987• [email protected] – Carol Hobelmann
The Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton HouseReception: Feb. 21 • 3-5pm (Free and open to the public)Thursday, Feb. 18 – Monday, March 28Yolanda Koh (Watercolors and Ink onYupo) and David Pumplin (photography)Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox LaneCarole Black, Gallery Director410-730-3987 • [email protected]
1960s: The Soundtrack of Our LivesMonday, Feb. 22 • Noon Join us for lunch and take a trip downmemory lane as we relive the soundsand sights of the tumultuous ’60s. Freefor Owen Brown residents; $5 for residents outside of Owen Brown.6800 Cradlerock Way • 410-381-0202
Lively Arts for Little OnesPresents: Musical Fun with Mr. HysonFriday, Feb. 26 • 10amA lively introduction to the arts for littleones. The Other Barn, 5851 RobertOliver Place • [email protected]
Hands-Only CPR TrainingSaturday, Feb. 27 • 10amHands-only CPR Training by HC Fire andRescue. The Other Barn, 5851 RobertOliver Place • [email protected]
Lunch and Learn: Movies That Inspired Great MusicalsFriday, March 11 • Noon-1pmFree presentation by singer/musicalauthority Steve Friedman. HistoricOakland Manor, 5430 Vantage PointRoad • 410-730-4744Baby Expo: Prenatalthrough PreschoolSaturday, March 12 • 10am-2pmMore than 30 vendors, informationalspeakers and children’s activities. Owen Brown Community Center, 6800 Cradlerock Way410-730-4610/[email protected] [email protected]
Natural Hair Care WorkshopTuesday, March 15 • 7:30-9pmAre you transitioning to natural hair or just wanting to learn more healthyhair techniques? A parent withmultiracial kids — and the hair to showfor it? If so, this class is for you! Pre-registration required for this freeevent; space is limited. Stonehouse, 8775 Cloudleap Court • [email protected]
Plants to Use vs. Plants toLose and Fescue Lawn CareWednesday, March 16 • 7pmPlan your garden with the help of MasterGardeners and the River Hill WatershedCommittee. Claret Hall, 6020 DaybreakCircle, Clarksville • [email protected]
Snack and Wibit® atColumbia Swim CenterPresidents Day, Feb. 15 • Noon-4pmCome jump, splash, playand race through our newinflatable water course!Admission includes chips,ice cream and a drink.Columbia Swim Center,10400 Cross Fox Lane 410-730-7000 • [email protected]
Village Representatives to CA Board of DirectorsSaturday, Feb. 20 • 10amTuesday, Feb. 23 • 7pmEver thought about running for election to be your Village’s rep to the CA Board of Directors? Learn about CA and what this position entails at one of the upcoming information sessions. Both sessionswill be held in the boardroom at CA Headquarters.