Featured Events in Columbia in April, 2025 (May Updated)

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Conceived on the Isle of Capri in Italy, he was born in Baltimore, Maryland. When he was 5 years old, Slim Man saw a movie with his dad. That film was The Five Pennies, and when Slim Boy saw Louis Armstrong play the trumpet and sing, he told his Dad, ”That’s what I want to do.” Slim Man studied trumpet for the next 9 years, and taught himself how to play piano and guitar. After studying piano, composition, and harmony at Peabody Institute in Baltimore, MD, Slim Man got signed as a songwriter to Motown Records. He’s had songs recorded by the Temptations, Angela Bofill, Carl Anderson, and others. Slim Man recorded a CD for Motown, which gave birth to his signature style–a unique blend of jazz, soul, and pop. Slim Man went on to form the band BootCamp, who had two of the first 100 videos ever played on MTV. Those videos catapulted BootCamp into a successful concert career, performing with The B-52s, Squeeze, Split Enz, Johnny Winter, and others. After BootCamp broke up, Slim Man organized and hosted a nationwide country music talent contest. It was during this contest that he got the nickname Slim Man. Slim’s big discovery during the contest was in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at a honky-tonk called Tulsa City Limits. The guy who won the contest that night was Ronnie Dunn, who went on to win the national finals in Nashville, and later hooked up with Kix Brooks to form the multiple Grammy award-winning country music duo, Brooks and Dunn. Information Source: The Collective | eventbrite

Please join the Heritage and Archives and Membership Services Committee for an "Afternoon of Sharing Golden Memories and Presenting 25/50 Years of Service Awards" at our Heritage Luncheon on Sunday, April 27th at 3pm. The luncheon will be held at the Hawthorn Center - 6175 Sunny Spring, Columbia, MD 21044. The tickets are $65 (includes a buffet luncheon). Information Source: Columbia (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. | eventbrite

Relive the ride as Ferris calls in sick, "borrows" a Ferrari, and embarks on a one-day journey through the streets of Chicago. TICKETED event featuring big screen viewing with full room surround sound and complimentary popcorn. Food & drinks available for purchase. RESERVED SEATING based on seats purchased (regular concert seating). Doors & dinner service at 6pm / Movie starts at 7pm Information Source: The Collective | eventbrite

50+ Long Reach residents are FREE! Photo ID required for registration and entrance to event to confirm address. Non-Long Reach Residents are $10.00 each. *All guests must register in advance before April 22, 12 noon. (7 days before event). *Full name and email address required at registration for all guests. * Please register separately for each individual guest . (Name, email, & Address) Admission includes: Lunch from Maggiano's for one & performance by Rear View Mirror. Vegetarian food option will be provided. Information Source: Long Reach Community Association | eventbrite

This year’s SOAK will take place from July 23rd to July 26th Payments will be taken until April 30th via Eventbrite. Please do not go to the check-in or info desk for payments, as Eventbrite will address any questions you may have. Please note that if you choose to do partial payments, the full payment must be paid by the due date. 2025 SOAK RETREAT Q: Will SOAK be held internationally this year? A: No, domestic travel. Q: Will I need my passport? A: For domestic travel, a valid ID is required. Please check if your ID is REAL ID-compliant by visiting the MVA website to ensure it meets the necessary travel requirements. Q: When is SOAK taking place? A: July 23rd-26th Q: How much should I budget for SOAK? A: Budget $2500 for accommodation, transportation, flight and meals. Estimate may differ based on accommodation occupancy. Q: Can I make payments towards SOAK in cash or check at the information desk? A: No, we are only excepting payments via eventbrite. Q: Does the registration fee cover accommodation? A: No, accommodation will be a separate fee. Q: If the registration closes before I can submit my payment, will there be an extension? If not, can I pay in cash? A: No. Q: Where will SOAK be held? A: More information will be given once your registration is paid. Q: Can I invite my friends or family members that are not apart of GRA to SOAK? A: No, this year’s SOAK is strictly for GRA workers. Q: How will transportation be arranged? A: Everyone is responsible for their own transportation to and from the airport. Q: If I miss my flight, will the church assist with expenses of booking another flight? A: No, you are responsible for the expenses of booking another flight. Q: If I owe from pervious years for both MTTL and SOAK, will I be able to attend this year’s SOAK? A: No, unless your previous balance is paid in full. Q: Will meals be provided during the duration of SOAK? A. Yes. Q: Will there be a registration fee for children? A: Yes, children from the ages of 2-12 have to pay $50 per child. Q: Will we be able to explore or do excursions? A: Yes, during the breaks in the schedule, you are free to explore. Information Source: Gods Remnant Assembly | eventbrite

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