These groups meet regularly.

American Association of University Women -- Second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Road, Ellicott City. 410-772-7977.

Baltimore Bead Society -- Second Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Howard County Center for the Arts, 8510 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. 410-480-2711 or 410-451-3622.

Belly dancing for adults -- Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Advanced; 8-9 p.m. Beginners. $76 for eight weeks. Five-percent discount for those living on CA-assessed property. 410-730-8113.

Black Fiction book club -- First Saturday, 1 p.m. East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. Outstanding fiction by contemporary Black authors. 410-313-7700.

Chavurah -- A secular humanist Jewish group. First Sunday and third Friday. 410-337-0100.

Chess Clubs at Your Library -- Players of all abilities welcome. Must know how to play. No registration. First and third Sunday, 2-4 p.m. Ages 11 and up. Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 410-313-7860; First and Third Thursday, 3-5 p.m. Ages 6 and up. East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700.

Child Study Association -- Educational speakers and social activities for mothers, children and family. Second Tuesday. Debbie, 410-531-5391.

Classics with Coffee -- First Saturday, 11 a.m. Howard County Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 410-313-7860.

Columbia Area Mothers of Multiples -- Mothers of twins and multiples. First Monday, 7 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church, 6800 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia. 410-750-1322.

Columbia Democratic Club -- Second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Jeffers Hill Neighborhood Center, 6035 Tamar Drive, Columbia. Bill Woodcock, 410-884-5511.

Columbia Toastmasters -- Public speaking and leadership skills. First and third Monday, 7:30 p.m. Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. Terry Meyers, 443-831-0069, go to www.progress.org/toast or e-mail vpcolumbiatm@gmail.com.

Complimentary skin care and makeover sessions -- Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. In Columbia. Learn proper skin care and application of color cosmetics. To reserve a seat and obtain the location, call 443-538-9230.

Contemporary Fiction -- First Monday, 7 p.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 2350 Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5577.

The Dangerous Boys Club -- Sat., July 5, 2 p.m. Theme: "Happy Birthday America." Boys and girls will learn about important milestones in American history while celebrating Independence Day. Based on "The Dangerous Book for Boys" by Conn and Hal Iggulden. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4300 Montgomery Road, Ellicott City. To register, 410-203-9006.

Elkridge Evening Quilters -- All levels. First and third Thursday, 7-9 p.m. Elkridge Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 5929 Setter Drive, Elkridge. 410-203-9309 or 410-796-5876.

Elks Excellent Reads -- Second Tuesday, noon and 7:30 p.m. Attend either meeting. Elkridge Branch Library, 6540 Washington Blvd., Elkridge. 410-313-5088.

Freestate Happy Wanderers -- Walking club. Second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Faith and Ministry, 9032 Baltimore St., Savage. Bill or Linda, 410-437-2164.

German conversation and reading -- First Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Claudia, 410-730-5977.

German-speaking play group -- For children and parents. First Friday, 3 p.m. Call for location, 410-992-5043.

Glenwood community book club -- Second Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5577.

Glenwood Lions Club -- First and third Thursday, 7 p.m. Glenwood Community Center, activities room, 2400 Route 97, Cooksville. 301-831-5723.

Good Reads -- Second Wednesday, 7 p.m. East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. 410-313-7700.

Healing service -- First Sunday, 12:30 p.m.; first Wednesday, 7 p.m. St. John's Lutheran Church. 410-665-1234.

High School Literary Society -- Second Wednesday, 7-8:15 p.m. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Long Gate Shopping Center, Montgomery Road, Ellicott City. 410-203-9001.

Howard County Bird Club -- Second Thursday, 8 p.m. Meeting. Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks, 7120 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia. 410-418-8731 or 410-461-3361.

Howard County Flyladies -- For the unorganized and overwhelmed homemaker. Mondays, 7-9 p.m. Panera Bread, 6435 Dobbin Road, Columbia. Fridays, 4-5:30 p.m., Central Library, 10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/flyinginmaryland-howardcounty.

Howard County Independents -- Unaffiliated voters. Second Tuesday, 7 p.m. Mona Brinegar, 443-889-9070 or e-mail info@howardcountyissues.org.

Howard County Order Sons of Italy, Lodge #2364 -- Second Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Turf Valley Country Club, 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City. $23 per person. Lou, 410-465-0073 or Joy, 410-740-2261.

Howard County Republican Central Committee -- Second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. 5550 Sterrett Place, Suite 213, Columbia. Trent Kittleman, 301-661-3344.

Howard County Woodworkers Guild -- First Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon. The Bain Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia. Frank Krapcho, 410-381-1359.

Jibber Jabber -- Second and Fourth Thursday, 8:30 p.m. Ellicott City's newest poetry and music open mic with a featured poet. Might include adult content. Show hosted by spoken word artist, Ryan Mergen. Java Grande, 9050 Baltimore Pike, Ellicott City. For more information, call 410-480-3865.

Laurel Moms club -- Learn something new and develop adult friendships. First Thursday, 7 p.m. Mark Welsh will speak about "Kids and the Computer - How to Keep Your Kids Safe Online." Our Savior Lutheran Church, 13611 Laurel-Bowie Road. 301-776-4989.

Living as Overcomers, Victorious and Empowered --Teaching, seminars and activities. First Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Swansfield Neighborhood Center, 5601 Cedar Lane, Columbia. 301-596-0086.

Master Gardeners at Howard County Library -- Wed., July 9, 7 p.m. Flower Pounding and Transfer, Savage Branch, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-880-5980.

Model Railroad Club -- First Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Monthly open house. Operating model train layouts in historic 1910 Pullman Car and 1929 B&O Railroad Caboose. Sykesville and Patapsco Railroad Inc., Baldwin and Oklahoma Avenues, Sykesville. 410-876-2870.

MOMS Club of Clarksville/Columbia West -- Second Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. A social and support group for stay-at-home moms. Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church, 12101 Linden Linthicum Lane, Clarksville. E-mail clarksvillecolumbiamoms@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Columbia-East -- Second Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. New Hope Lutheran Church, 8575 Guilford Road, Columbia. Go to www.momsclubofcolumbiaeast.com or e-mail momsclubofcolumbiaeast@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Ellicott City Central -- Second Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. Social and business meeting. Glen Mar United Methodist Church, 8430 GlenMar Road. E-mail momsclubofec_central@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Ellicott City North/Woodstock -- Activities for at-home moms and their children. Second Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Route 144/Chatham Road. 410-795-7758 or momclubofec_northwoodstock@yahoo.com.

Morgan State University Alumni Association -- First Monday, 7:30 p.m. Kahler Hall, 5440 Old Tucker Row, Columbia. 410-997-0831.

Mother/Daughter book club -- For moms and daughters ages 11-17. Second Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. Glenwood Branch Library, 2350 State Route 97, Cooksville. 410-313-5577.

Mount Airy Main Street Farmers' Market -- Wed., July 9, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Kids' activities, featuring Mr. Steve. Downtown municipal parking lot, at the corner of Park Avenue and Veterans Lane. 301-829-1424.

Mystery book club -- Second Wednesday, 7 p.m. Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane, Laurel. 410-880-5980.

Mystery Lovers book group -- Second Wednesday, 7 p.m. Borders, Columbia Crossing Shopping Center, Dobbin Road, Columbia. 410-290-0062.

Natural Approach to Parenting -- Support and playgroup for naturally minded parents. Second Thursday, 10 a.m. 301-252-4843, howard@takeanap.org or www.takeanap.org.

Natural Health Forum -- Second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Discuss and disseminate current alternative health methods. The forum does not diagnose or prescribe. Baltimore First Seventh Day Adventist Church, gymnasium, 3291 St. John's Lane, Ellicott City. For more information, call Dr. John Vandenberge, 410-599-9665.

Patuxent Toastmasters Club -- Second and fourth Thursday, 7:30-9 p.m. Oliver's Carriage House, 5410 Leaf Treader Way, Columbia. 410-313-8915.

Pins and Needles -- Second and fourth Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon. Bring your current stitching, knitting or crocheting projects. Meet new people and trade ideas and tips. 410-313-1950 or visit the Miller Branch Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City.

Sacred Chants -- First Sunday, 7:30-9:30 p.m. An evening of meditation and chanting (English and Sanskrit). Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. $5 suggested donation. Bring a pillow or blanket to sit on, and a percussion instrument if desired. Rufus Juskus, 443-745-5855.

Sierra Club -- Sat., July 5, 9:30 a.m. Patapsco Valley State Park, Hilton Area. Moderate seven-mile hike. Bring lunch and water. Meet inside the park, off Hilton Avenue, at the parking lot just inside the entrance on the right. James Perschy, 410-964-1902 or e-mail jameshike@verizon.net.

The Special Education Community Advisory Committee -- Second Tuesday, 7-9 p.m., Faulkner Ridge Center, 10598 Marble Faun Court, Columbia. For more details, go to www.howardsecac.org.

St. John's Singles Summer Dance Party -- July 12, 8-11:30 p.m. Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, 10431 Twin River Road, Columbia. Admission is $10. No partner needed. All ages welcome. Bring your own beer or wine. Call 410-964-1438.

Strategy gaming -- First and third Sundays, noon-6 p.m. Play some of the most interesting and challenging games around. Choose from our collection or bring your own. The Family Game Store, Historic Savage Mill, 8600 Foundry St., Savage. 301-776-5980.

Stroller Strides -- A total fitness program for new moms and their babies. Daily, 9-10 a.m. at The Mall in Columbia. 240-535-0739.

Taize evening prayer -- Ecumenical, sung prayer that focuses on peace and reconciliation. Second Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Oakland Mills Interfaith Center, 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. 410-461-1793.

Teen chess club at Miller Branch -- Tue., July 8 and 29, 7-8 p.m. Ages 9-17. Players of all abilities welcome. Must know how to play. No registration. Miller Branch Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, 410-313-1950.

Teens and Adults dance classes -- Mondays, Beginning Tap, 5 p.m.; Beginning Jazz, 6 p.m.; Intermediate Tap, 7 p.m; Tuesdays, Intermediate Jazz, 6 p.m. Classes run for eight weeks and cost $120. Multiple class discount available. 410-707-7113.

Vegan potluck dinner -- Bring dish to share; table service and drinks provided. First Saturday, 6:30 p.m. For location, call 410-465-0427.

Visual and performing arts summer camps -- For 4-14 year-olds. Three consecutive two-week sessions are offered as full and half day sessions between July 7 and Aug. 15. Camps conclude with an exhibit of student work or performance. Howard County Center for the Arts, 3511 High Ridge Road, Ellicott City. To register, call 410-313-2787.

Western Howard County Cattail River Garden Club -- Second Tuesday, 10 a.m. 410-489-5636 for location and directions.

Writer's critiquing group -- Second and third Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., East Columbia Branch Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia. For more information, call 410-507-2373.

XY professionals group -- Networking for young professionals age 21-40. Second Wednesday. For time and location, 443-677-8870.

Yingling-Ridgely VFW and Ladies Auxiliary No. 7472 -- A community service organization. Second Thursday, 8 p.m. VFW, 4225 VFW Lane, Ellicott City. 410-242-4036.

Groups included in this listing must be open to the public. Send information to: Let's Get Together, Flier/Times, 10750 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia, MD 21044, fax to 410-997-4564 or e-mail hccalendar@patuxent.com. Include the name, regular meeting days and location, and a phone number, with area code, for publication. Listings for "Let's Get Together," which appears periodically, are accepted on a space-available basis.

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