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Trashy Hour
Saturday, September 19, 10-11:30am
Long Reach Village Center
Enjoy a "trashy hour" with your friends and neighbors and help keep Long Reach looking beautiful!
Long Reach CARES (Community Action and Resources for Environmental Stewardship) will host a “Trashy Hour” (a trash cleanup). Meet at the Long Reach Village Center near the courtyard in front of Doodlehatch (8775 Cloudleap Court).
Families, individuals, and groups are welcome. A great way to earn community service hours. All supplies are provided.
You don't need to register. For more information, including additional trashy hour events, visit longreach.org or email cares@longreach.org.
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Long Reach Shredding Event
Saturday, September 26, 9am-Noon
Stonehouse
Dispose of sensitive information safely and securely at the Long Reach Village Paper Shredding Event.
- FREE for Long Reach residents only (ID required). $15 for all others.
- Limit 3 grocery bags/banker boxes per household.
- Residential shredding only - No businesses.
- Participants must be able to carry their shredding from their car to the truck. No assistance is available, and this is not a drive-thru event.
- First-come, first-served. The event ends at noon or when the truck is full.
Stonehouse lower-level parking lot (6110 Foreland Garth). Visit longreach.org for complete details.
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CA Town Hall Meeting
Thursday, September 24, 7-9pm
Slayton House in Wilde Lake
What’s ahead for our community? Join Columbia Association’s Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team for a conversation about the decisions shaping Columbia’s future.
Get updates on the Fiscal Year 2028 budget, the planned purchase of 6310 and 6315 Hillside Court, and the Natural Resources Stewardship Plan. For more information, visit columbiaassociation.org/events/calendar.
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Family Bingo Night
Friday, October 2, 6:30pm
Stonehouse
BINGO IS BACK, LONG REACH!
We're rolling out the cards, the pizza, and the Kona Ice for a night of pure community fun. So bring your daubers, your lucky charms, and your best Bingo energy. Let’s make it a night to remember!
Cost: $5 per person (10 game cards + pizza + drinks + Kona Ice!) Daubers for sale at the event: $2 each.
Advance Registration Only – no ticket sales at the door. For details and to register, visit LRCA.eventbrite.com.
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Long Reach Photo Contest
Show us what you love about Long Reach! Submit a photo of Long Reach for a chance to win a prize and display your framed photograph at Stonehouse this Fall! An Awards Reception is scheduled for November 4, 2026, 6-7 pm at Stonehouse.
Open to Long Reach residents. The deadline is October 4, 2026, at midnight. For contest rules and information, visit longreach.org.
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Heritage Unplugged
Thursday, October 1, 5:30-8pm
Lake Elkhorn Pavilion
CA is celebrating one year of Heritage Unplugged Multicultural Open Mic with an anniversary party at the Lake Elkhorn Pavilion! Enjoy an evening of community, games, light refreshments, and, as always, the celebration of identity and heritage through music, spoken word, rap, hip-hop, and more.
From acoustic guitar to traditional songs, poetry to freestyle, ages 16 and up are invited to share their stories in any language or style. Whether you carry the songs of your ancestors or the beats of a new generation, Heritage Unplugged is a space to honor where you come from and celebrate what you’re becoming. Performances should be family-friendly.
Visit columbiaassociation.org for more details.
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Transit 101
Wednesday, September 30, 10am-12:30pm
Bain 50+ Center
If you are 50 and older living in Howard County and want to learn more about what public transportation options are available to you in the county, be sure to attend Transit 101.
Learn more about Howard County transportation options and plans from the Regional Transit Authority of Central Maryland (RTA), our Office on Transportation, and the Age-Friendly Howard County team. Participants will also have an opportunity to explore an RTA bus, discover other car-free travel alternatives, and connect with experts at resource tables.
For questions or more information about this FREE event, or to register by phone, contact the Bain 50+ Center’s front desk at 410-313-7213 for assistance; to register online, visit the County’s Active Network registration webpage for this event.
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Deer Management
This fall, Columbia Association (CA) will conduct five controlled archery hunts in select areas of Columbia to help address the overpopulation of white-tailed deer and protect the health of our natural areas.
The hunts, scheduled to begin in October, are the first step in a measured approach to managing Columbia’s deer population. For more information, visit this link.
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Bird Watching Walk
Sunday, September 27, 8am
Kendall Ridge Neighborhood
Join Long Reach CARES (Community Action and Resources for Environmental Stewardship) as we go birding around the neighborhood of Kendall Ridge to see what birds are traveling through our area during their fall migration.
Free! All ages are welcome. The walk will last approximately an hour. Register at LRCA.eventbrite.com.
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Long Reach Village-Wide Yard Sale
Saturday, October 10, 8am
Declutter your house this fall. On Saturday, October 10th, have a sale in your yard and we'll take care of the advertising!
We will list the participating streets in Long Reach on our website and our social media the day before the sale. To sign up, visit longreach.org.
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Block Party Kits
Block parties are a great way to get to know your neighbors and enjoy summertime! And the Long Reach Community Association wants you to celebrate the community by hosting a block party.
Long Reach residents may obtain a Block Party Kit online through September 30, 2026. Limited availability. For more information about the program, visit longreach.org.
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CA Points Program 2026-27 School Year
The CA Points Program gives students at participating schools the opportunity to earn a free CA membership for themselves and their immediate family by meeting goals for grades and attendance. Find out more about the CA Points Program at CA Points Program - Columbia Association.
To participate in the CA Points Program, you must complete a FARMs application and complete the CA Points Enrollment Form. Online enrollment will close on September 27, 2026.
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Fall Activity Guide
Department of Recreation and Parks
Online, in-person, over-the-phone, and mail-in registration is NOW OPEN for the Department of Recreation & Parks' Fall 2026 Activity Guide! From sports, dance, and cooking classes to a plethora of seasonal events and activities to do when school's out, there is something for everyone.
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Cul-de-sac Landscaping Grants
Want to spruce up your street’s cul-de-sac? We can help!
If your plan is approved, we will provide up to $200 to purchase plant materials. To be eligible, you must live on a county-dedicated road with a cul-de-sac island. You and your neighbors must agree to develop, plant, and maintain the landscaping plan. The grants are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, visit longreach.org.
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Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods
Located in downtown Columbia and home to the Chrysalis Amphitheater, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods offers a variety of events and cultural experiences throughout the warmer months. Many are free and family-friendly. Events are happening now! See the lineup - visit innerarbortrust.org to learn more.
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Open Space Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions or concerns about Columbia Association Open Space areas, contact CA Open Space directly by calling 410-312-6330 or by emailing Open.Space@ColumbiaAssociation.org.
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Asking All The Questions
Remember, the county's email is always available for inquiries, including questions about county services, events, or support resources. For information or assistance, simply send your questions to ask@howardcountymd.gov.
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Let Howard County Know
Report water main breaks, broken street signs, and more on Howard County's mobile app and website Tell Hoco. Residents can report non-emergency issues which the county will assign to the responsible department. Simply download the TellHoCoApp on your mobile phone or visit howardcountymd.gov/tell-hoco.
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District 2 Community News
Opel Jones, Howard County Council Member for District 2, represents the Village of Long Reach and advocates for its residents. For more information about your district and to sign up for District 2 updates, visit howardcountymd.gov/districts.
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Upcoming Meetings
Board of Directors
The next Board of Directors Meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 7:30 pm. Meeting information is available online here.
Resident Architectural Committee (RAC)
The next RAC meeting will be held on September 30, 2026, at 7 pm via Zoom. Meeting agendas and meeting results are available here.
CARES
The Long Reach Community Action and Resources for Environmental Stewardship (CARES) will be held on October 15, 2026 at 7 pm. Meeting information is available online here.
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Long Reach Community Association
6110 Foreland Garth
Columbia, MD 21045
410-730-8113
longreach.org
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