Posted on the OEC FB page on July 14:
July 4 Bicycle Corral
UPDATE:
Lots of music come to mind: Thunder and Lightning; Heat Wave; Have You Ever Seen the Rain. All apply. But thanks to the crew and the 9 cyclists that braved the awful weather, fewer cars were on the road and less carbon was spewed into the air.
As bad as this looks, it was actually worse. This was taken before the heavy rain.
DUE TO THE WEATHER FORECAST FOR JULY 4TH COUNTY AND CA ARE DELAYING EVENTS AT THE LAKEFRONT
NEW SCHEDULE:
Bike Corral Will Open at 4:30pm/Close at 10pm
Little Patuxent will still close at 6pm
Food Trucks will open at 6pm
Music at Bandstand will start at 7pm
Drone Show 9:10-9:20pm
Fireworks start at approximately 9:25pm
Use the corral if you’re going to see the fireworks! It’s a lot easier and faster than driving.
We also need volunteers to staff the corral. Click the button to sign up. See you there!
Not sure how to get to the corral? Click on the appropriate link below to get to a map to the corral site on close to the fireworks viewing area.
If you’re not sure how to get to the corral, click the appropriate link below to get a route map to the corral site.
Randy Nixon Memorial Metric Saturday May 16, 2026
Our friends at the Howard County Cycling Club (HoCo Cyclists) are holding a Memorial Ride and charity fundraiser in honor of Randy Nixon a Howard County cycling icon who passed away last June at 68. For those of you who didn't know or ride with Randy he was active with the Baltimore Bicycle Club, the Glenelg Gang riding group, the Sportif Coaching Group Cycling Team as well as HoCo Cyclists and othe bicycling organizations. He participated in numerous road and cross races into his 60s, and he was the long-time owner of Nixon Farm and event venue off Rt 97 in Glenwood. Please consider donating even if you don't participate.
Details on the Calendar page
The ride will also function as a fundraiser in Randy’s memory. We’ll take donations online via a secure platform (Zeffy) and split 100% of the proceeds equally between the American Cancer Society and American Heart Association (Note: Randy was in remission from cancer when he suffered a fatal heart attack). We picked Zeffy for its reputation and because it takes zero fees, so all money collected will go to the organizations. We have a $2,500 fundraising goal.
You can visit the donation page here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/randy-nixon-memorial-metric
ELLICOTT CITY SPRINGFEST
SPRINGFEST IN HISTORIC ELLICOTT CITY
APRIL 18, 2026
12 TO 8 PM
Celebrate the beauty of spring at SpringFest in Howard County, Maryland! Mark your calendars for April 18, 2026 from 12 to 8 pm. Get ready to immerse yourself in a day filled with fantastic music, delicious food, local crafts, and the vibrant atmosphere of historic Ellicott City.
While you’re at it, volunteer to help at the bike corral: https://forms.gle/sumLvWrQzdxhfVYU6
Details on the event at https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/annual-events/springfest/
Bike HoCo at BikeAround
Bike HoCo - Bicycling Advocates of Howard County & Free Bikes 4 Kidz Maryland partnered with the Downtown Columbia Partnership, Howard County Office of Transportation, and the Columbia Association for the BikeAround Downtown Columbia 2025 Ride & Block Party led by the Howard County Police Department at Color Burst Park in Merriweather District. With @Basic Pals' Nona Ncsm & Kevin McAliley (Bike HoCo VP), Downtown Columbia Partnership Executive Director Phillip Dodge, #bikehoco Pres. Jack Guarneri, #wildelake volunteer & cyclist Steve Drakos, & FB4K's Elizabeth Blom Schultz & Ted Cochran
Bike HoCo 2024 Symposium @ Wilde Lake HS
A very big THANK YOU to all the members of the MD bike community who turned out to our 2024 Bike HoCo Symposium. It was a great event that highlights the importance of community voices and your involvement in the process of improving our bike infrastructure.
For those not able to attend, below are the individual presentations and available audio transcript .
Wilde Lake Fall Festival - 10/20/24
Join us for a fantastic day of fun at the Wilde Lake Fall Festival! Celebrate the season with the community on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM at Wilde Lake Park.
There’s something for everyone: live music, local vendors, delicous food, trick-or-treating, and more!
Kids will love the moonbounces, scarecrow spoon craft, and exciting games! It’s the perfect way to kick off the fall season. Don’t miss out—be part of the #VibrantWildeLake fun!
Vendor Information is being announced on our Facebook Event Page, https://www.facebook.com/share/TpmZ92wEaxDtAdVB/
Bike to Wilde Lake Fall Festival
Bike to the Wilde Lake Fall Festival!
In partnership with Bike HoCo - Bicycling Advocates of Howard County, we’re making it easier for you to bike to the festival with free bicycle corrals (secure bike parking).
Why drive when you can ride? Help reduce traffic, enjoy the fresh air, and celebrate the season sustainably with us.
Bring your family, bring your friends, and don't forget your bikes! Learn more at wildelake.org & bikehoco.org.
Let's make this a healthy, fun, and eco-friendly celebration!
Fall Festival is this Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Wilde Lake Park
Repaving Projects Status As of 8/26/24
The following is an update from the Department of Public Works of road repaving projects that are underway or will soon be started in Howard County. The two dangers to cyclists are the road preparation which involves grooving the road which results in a rough surface and debris on the road and shoulder due to the grinding/grooving process. In addition, expect slow downs and single lanes when work is in progress.
Roads being repaved:
GATEWICK RD
WOODWICK CT
PINEWICK RD
EBBWOOD DR
FAWNWOOD DR
GINGERWOOD DR
HICKORYMEDE DR
HICKORYMEDE CT
MINTER LN
ROWLEY RD
SANNER RD
MEADOW WOOD WAY
TALL PINE WAY
JOHNS HOPKINS RD
In addition, MARRIOTTSVILLE ROAD is finally reopened in the vicinity of the Chapelgate development and Resort Road. Only 1 lane is open in each direction and repaving/road repair and reconfiguration is still in progress.
August & September Road Maintenance
Road Maintenance on Frequently Cycled Roads (Aug-Sept)
DPW/Highways is planning on a contractor performing complete chip and seal maintenance on the following roads in August and September. This process will put significant loose gravel on roads and shoulder areas until completion/sweeping.
Windsor Forest Road (in progress)
Shaffers Mill Road (in progress)
Shaffersville Road (in progress)
Mullinix Mill Road (in progress)
Bushy Park Road (From Route 144 to Daisy Road)
Cemetery Road
River Road (Sykesville Area)
Broadwater Lane
Daniels Road
If you see work being done on any other roads that may pose a hazard to cyclists email president @bikehoco.org