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Oakland Mills Community Association |
Important news & info about the community in which we live. |
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Upcoming Events
CALL AHEAD or CHECK EMAILS and FACEBOOK to find out the status of meetings and events.
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March 3, 4:00 p.m.
OMCA Board & Columbia Council Rep Candidate Applications Due (see elections box below for more info)
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March 17, 10:30 a.m. @ The Other Barn
Lively Arts for Little Ones Presents Pam the Kindersinger
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March 19, 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Jazz in the Mills Presents: Paul Carr and the Jazz Collectives
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MASK POLICY - Masks are optional inside The Other Barn. |
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Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Before you visit The Other Barn, please contact us by email or phone to schedule an appointment.
Brigitta Warren, Village Manager
Facility and Event Coordinator
Amy Carpenter, Administrative Assistant
Carrie Wenholz, Covenant Advisor for Letters of Compliance
Michael Vaughn, Covenant Advisor for Exterior Alteration Applications (in office Tues/Thurs)
Karina Caico, Covenant Advisor for Property Concerns (in office Mon/Wed)
Contact Board Members HERE.
The Other Barn Phone: 410-730-4610
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Celebrate in our amazing space!
Rent The Other Barn!
The Other Barn is currently booking events through 2023. To view venue photos and info, please click on the button below. Tours are by appointment only.
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Other Important Community Contact Info |
Howard County Police
OM Community Resource Officer:
PFC Matthew Paul
Non-emergency phone: 410-313-2614
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Howard County Assistance page (Covid-19 emergency assistance & resources)
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Covid-19 County Updates HERE
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Howard County Council
Oakland Mills is located in Council District 2 and represented by Opel Jones.
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Who handles what?
Want to know who handles what—CA, the Howard County Government, or the Columbia Village Community Associations? Click HERE to see a
simple breakdown.
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New to the neighborhood? Welcome hOMe to Oakland Mills! We'd love to virtually welcome you to OM. Email manager@oaklandmills.org and we'll send you all of the great info you need to feel right at hOMe!
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Oakland Mills Board of Directors |
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Board News
The OMCA Board meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings will continue to be held virtually until further notice. (Click date for link.)
Upcoming OMCA Board Meetings
Agendas for upcoming board meetings are posted four days prior on this page. Past board meeting minutes can also be found on this page.
To contact the OM Board click here.
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OMCA Committees
OMCA Education Committee
Meets virtually on Zoom the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Next meeting: March 28
Jonathan Edelson, Chair
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OMCA Public Space Committee
For residents interested in the uses of Howard County's public spaces and roadways. Meets the third Tuesday of each month.
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OM Open Space Advisory Committee
For community members who are interested in the current and future use of CA's open space.
Bill McCormack Jr., Chair
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Resident Architectural Committee (RAC)
The RAC meets virtually on Zoom on the first & third Thursdays of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Info/list of applications will be posted three days in advance of the meeting HERE.
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Architectural Covenant Processes
Exterior Alterations Applications Info
Request For Letter of Compliance
Resale Packet
Click HERE to download. Hard copies can also be purchased for $30 during regular business hours.
Covenant Complaint Form
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Job Opening: Events Coordinator |
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EXCITING JOB OPENING!
Oakland Mills Community Association
Events Coordinator
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 3, 2023
The Oakland Mills Community Association (OMCA) has a job opening for a part-time Events Coordinator. The job is on-site at the Other Barn in Oakland Mills weekdays, and occasional weeknights and weekends.
The Events Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and staffing a variety of programs for the community including, but not limited to, concerts, social and educational programs and events, and one-time special events for community residents of all ages.
Applicants bilingual in Spanish and English encouraged to apply.
Applicants should submit a resume to manager@oaklandmills.org. Correspondence by email only, no phone calls or walk-ins. Due to the volume of inquiries, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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WE NEED YOU!
Run for the OMCA Board or for Columbia Council Rep!
Candidate applications due THIS FRIDAY, March 3 by 4:00 p.m.*
*Email completed candidate applications to manager@oaklandmills.org or bring to The Other Barn during regular business hours.
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Lively Arts for Little Ones: Pam the Kindersinger |
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Jazz in the Mills Presents: Paul Carr and the Jazz Collectives |
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HoCo By Design 2023 Update |
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Last December, the Department of Planning & Zoning released a public draft of Howard County’s next General Plan, HoCo By Design, for public comment. Since that time, County staff have considered input received and revised the Plan for the next step in the approval process, which is a Planning Board recommendation to the County Council. Click the button below to learn more and find out how to get involved. |
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OMHS Food Pantry Donations at The Other Barn |
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We are now taking donations for the OMHS food pantry at The Other Barn. Drop off items Monday through Thursday between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Click HERE to see a list of items needed.
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County & Statewide Vaccination Info |
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Need to replace, print, or view your Covid-19 vaccination card? Visit the Maryland Department of Health’s “Maryland MyIR” website.
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MakingChange Y-fi: Youth Finances
April 1 through April 29
Month-long competition for youth ages 12-14 to learn the basics of finances and while having fun!
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SCAMO - Scam Bingo from the Office of Consumer Protection
March 8, 10:00 a.m.
Slayton House
10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia
Learn about popular scams and how to avoid them. Free, adults only. Registration required. Sponsored by Wilde Lake Community Association and Howard County Office of Consumer Protection. |
One World Coffeehouse presents Honest Lee Soul
March 18, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Owen Brown Interfaith Center
7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia
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Oakland Mills Local Leadership Team (OMLLT) 2023 Oakland Mills Community Dinner (Theme: "Hidden Treasures")
Saturday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.
The Meeting House, 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia, MD 21045.
Dinner is free, but registration is required Space is limited. To register, please click HERE /Our OM high school students, young and seasoned adults are all welcome. If you have any questions, please contact the Oakland Mills Local Leadership Team at (240) 252-7805 or oaklandmillsLLT@gmail.com. |
Solar Online Info Session
March 22, 7:00 p.m.
Free! Sponsored by CA and Civics Works Energy Program. More info
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Lenten Series: Refugees & Immigration
March 8, 15, & 22
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
St. John's Episcopal Church
All Saints Hall in St. John’s Parish Day School
9120 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Free series hosted by the Social Justice & Transformation Commission. Register
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Howard County Arts Council 2023 Visual and Performing Arts Summer Camps
- Camp counselors (paid) and volunteers (unpaid) needed! Application deadline: March 31 More info
- Info for campers and their parents here.
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Slayton House Summer Theater Camps
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Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House Exhibit: Marcie Wolf-Hubbard presents “Landing - Encaustic and Mixed Media Painting and Sculpture”
Through April 14
Opening reception (open to the public):
February 26, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House
10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD.
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“African-American Women Artists: Creating Our Art, Their Way”
April 12, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House
Discover the artistic techniques, personal stories, and the history of twelve female-identifying artists from the early 1800’s to the present. More info & registration. More info & registration also available by email at events@wildelake.org or by calling 410-730-3987 .
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HCC Student Theatre Productions
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Howard Community College Concert Series
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Rep Stage Professional Theatre
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St. Louis Church Concert Series
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The Family Institute Parenting Workshops & Newsletter
The Howard County Office of Children and Families offers free workshops through its Family Institute program. Check out the office's newsletter for more great resources. |
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Services & Volunteer Opportunities |
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits have returned to pre-pandemic levels while the cost of food remains high. Community Action Council anticipates higher demand for its food assistance program, which includes the Howard County Foodbank. Click the button below to donate. |
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OMHS Community Food Pantry
Next Distribution Date:
March 29, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
at Oakland Mills HS
For pick up procedures and info on donating, click HERE. Donations can also be dropped off at The Other Barn Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More info.
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Ride RTA for Free for those 60 Years+
Did you know residents 60 years of age and older or persons with a disability can take the Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland’s (RTA) fixed route service for free? Individuals just need to complete a RTA Certified FREE Ride Card Application and submit it either via email or mailed or dropped off in person at the RTA’s Administrative Office. Once received, applications will be reviewed within 48 hours and the applicant will be contacted to have their picture taken for their RTA Certified Bus Rider ID, completed weekdays, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. The ID can be processed in five minutes while rider waits in the lobby or it can be mailed.
To learn more about this free ride program, contact RTA Mobility at 1-800-270-9553, press option 3, then option 6.
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Community Action Council Assistance
Community Action Council offers housing assistance, energy assistance, food assistance, and early childhood education. Visit www.cac-hc.org to learn more. Get support or get involved now by calling 410-313-6440.
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Columbia Community Care
Free food and goods for those in need. Volunteers and donations welcome.
For food distribution dates and location and other information please visit the CCC website for details.
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Free Bikes 4 Kidz
Got a bike to give away? Donate to Free Bikes 4 Kidz. The organization also has volunteer opportunities. More info HERE.
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The Loan Closet of Howard County
7125 Riverwood Drive, Suite D1, Columbia
Need medical equipment? Try The Loan Closet. Appointments are required for all services; call 410-313-0363 (voice/relay) to discuss your needs. More info.
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Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center
6700 Freetown Road, Columbia
Call: 410-531-6677 or 410-531-6006
24 Hour Hotline: Dial 211
Telephone counseling, free walk-in counseling, emergency shelter for the homeless, a 24-hour suicide hotline, Mobile Crisis Team, and a Runaway Teen Program that provides crisis intervention for runaway youth and their families. All services are free. Marylanders with mental health or substance use issues are encouraged to "Call 211 and Press One" to reach help.
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Howard County Multiservice Center Food Pantry
9900 Washington Blvd, Suite 1, Laurel
Mondays & Wednesdays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Third Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland
Meals on Wheels provides nutritious meals once a week for seniors, as well as support and safety-net services. To learn more about services or to donate/volunteer, click HERE.
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Howard County Residents Assistance
Info on Covid-19 resources, food assistance, housing help, social services, and more. HERE
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Howard County Food Bank
Shop for the Foods YOU want at the Howard County Food Bank. All shopping trips are family-choice. Fresh items such as milk, eggs, hygiene products, meats, produce are all on hand each time. Families who may qualify should visit www.CAC-HC.org or call 410-313-6440 for more details.
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Howard County General Hospital's Member Care Support Network
Receive FREE support while recovering from a health crisis (weekly calls, wellness checks, connection to community resources, and more). To qualify, you must be 18 or older and live or worship in Howard County. To enroll or for more information, email HCGH-J2BH@jhmi.edu or call 410-740-7601.
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Childcare Scholarship Program
If you’re a working parent, in school or participating in an approved training program you may be eligible for the Child Care Scholarship Program. For more information and step-by-step instructions to complete an application click HERE or contact the CARE Line at 410-313-2273 or children@howardcountymd.gov.
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Columbia Association News & Events |
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CA Headquarters & Member Services Office
6310 Hillside Court
Columbia, MD 21046
CA main number: 410-715-3000
Member Services number: 410-730-1801
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Lifeguards Needed
CA is hiring lifeguards and pool managers. Find out more HERE.
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Columbia Ice Rink
Located in the OM Village Center
5876 Thunder Hill Road
Ready to take to the ice? There is no better place to do so than Columbia Ice Rink. Open from August to June, Columbia Ice Rink has great options for skaters of all ages and abilities. Public skate sessions occur daily, and skate rentals are always available. The rink is also a great place to hold a party or take in an ice show.
Find out more about classes and programs by clicking the button below.
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CA Yards Alive
Yards Alive! is an exciting program established to educate by CA's Climate & Sustainability Committee and Oakland Mills residents about more sustainable landscaping practices. Oakland Mills is the location of the first pilot program. Visit the Yards Alive! Blog to learn more about the program and about ways you can improve your little square of paradise. The Yards Alive! blog has articles written by your Oakland Mills neighbors.
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CA OPEN SPACE
50/50 SURVEY PROGRAM
Does your land abut CA Open Space? Then you could qualify to have CA pay for half of your home's boundary survey!
To ensure accurate installation of exterior alterations within your property boundaries, a survey of your property can be done. In order to assist with that effort and to prevent encroachments onto CA Open Space, the 50/50 Survey Program was created. CA now offers a discounted survey for community members who own property adjacent to CA Open Space.
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Youth and Teen Center @ The Barn
Phone: 410-992-3726
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Howard County Bureau of Environmental Services
Curbside yard trim collection has ended. If you participate in the Feed the Green Bin, program, collection continues year-round. If you do not participate, you can learn more about the program HERE.
Household Hazardous Waste Special Collection Days: March 4th
More info, including what is and is not accepted HERE. The regular 2023 HHW Season will resume the first Saturday in April.
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Need help getting fast, reliable internet?
Visit Consumer Action's f act sheets to learn about discounted internet and phone service:
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See Click Fix
See Click Fix is an interactive website for Howard County residents to report issues to the County. Issues include, but are not limited to, roadway issues, missing street signs or fallen street signs, street tree issues, potholes, cracked sidewalks, etc. THIS IS NOT a site for 911 emergencies or police or fire issues.
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Visit OMO!
One CLICK opens the door to become engaged in a community-based, multi-generational social learning environment.
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Oakland Mills United is a community organization that advocates for Oakland Mills through education, empowerment, and demanding change. OMU empowers OM's students, schools, and community by providing programs to address the needs of students and families.
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The mission of the Oakland Mills Local Leadership Team is to mobilize residents of Oakland Mills Village to build an equitable and cohesive community that helps children, youth and families thrive. |
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Howard County Public Library
The Howard County Library System is open for in-person services!
Visit the Howard County Public Library website to access virtual educational resources & events and more.
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Little Free Library at The Other Barn
The free little library is open to the public. Please feel free to leave a book and take a book so that OM can continue to enjoy reading and sharing.
Please remember that only books that you would find at the HoCo Library should be left in our library and be appropriate in nature.
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Support our OM Merchants
Visit the OM Website for a complete list of merchants and businesses. All Oakland Mills merchants are open and would love your support!
Oakland Mills Merchants ~ Our merchants are all open and appreciate your patronage!
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Now Hiring! HC DrugFree has immediate openings for two positions in a collaborative team environment. Find out more HERE.
HC DrugFree provides resources and education on prevention, treatment, recovery, and health and wellness to help Howard County residents develop knowledge and skills to understand and address behavioral health (substance use and mental health) disorders. HC DrugFree website
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Please remember to pick up after your pet! More folks than ever are using our beautiful paths. Please don't leave anything behind.
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