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Good morning!

Last weekend, while the winds were howling, I saw that we might get 10-14” of snow today. I was kind of scared to be honest.

And we weren’t one of the several homes in Clarksville that lost power (some for many many hours!), but I was dreading a foot+ of snow today.

Thankfully, on Tuesday, the forecast changed to 0” of snow. Phew. (also, I’m glad they changed it early enough that they didn’t cancel/delay school!)

What a fun ride!

Enough winter weather talk, did you know we’re only a month away from when the cherry blossoms begin to bloom in D.C.? The festival itself starts on March 20th and runs until April 13th, but we’ll keep you updated!

If there are things happening in and around Fulton that you want me to know about, please reply and I will try to include it in next week’s issue.

In this week’s Fulton Flyer:

• Spend $100 in food at the mall, get $25 back?

• Cypriana opening up soon?

• Swifties can test their trivia at Notch8 this weekend!

Here we go!

— Jim Wang

Latest News

Columbia Mall Dine & Delight

Do you know about the Dine & Delight promotion at the Columbia Mall? Spent $100 or more at a participating restaurant before February 28th, upload your receipt, and get $25 back via Venmo. Gift card purchases don’t count, unfortunately but understandably, and it’s while supplies last.

Restaurants include Chicken & Whiskey, Bennie’s Pizza, Maggiano’s, Seasons 52, and a few others (it’s not every restaurant though so check first).

Details here.

Baltimore National Aquarium releases rehab’d turtles 🐢

Did you know that The National Aquarium Animal Rescue in Baltimore released 32 rehabilitated sea turtles off the coast of Florida recently? They were recovering from “cold stunning,” which is like getting hypothermia inside your own house.

DMV Taqueria makes Yelp Top 100 🌮

Congrats to DMV Taqueria! They were the only Maryland restaurant that made Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants - making it in at #30. It’s not Tuesday but it’s always a good day for tacos.

❓ We’re thinking about adding a small Food Truck section - think that’s a good idea?

Joann Fabrics declares bankruptcy 🧵

Joann Fabrics declared bankruptcy for the 2nd time last month and will close 500 of it’s 800 stores, 13 of which are in Maryland. The closest one to Fulton is the 6161 Columbia Cross Dr. location in Columbia. Might see some good clearance sales there if you’ve been yarning for them.

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Local Business News

Cypriana opening in March! 🫒

Cypriana, which moved into spot vacated by Ranazul back in 2023 (!!!) and across from Lib’s, posted on Facebook that they were “Now Hiring.” That’s a great sign!

We emailed Yianni Giannas, Managing Partner, and he told me they are looking to open sometime in March!

Wildflower Stem & Sundry is Open 💐

Wildflower Stem & Sundry is a local florist with multiple locations in Maryland and they took over the space of Ellie’s Arrangements. Last Friday, they had a “soft open” in time for Valentine’s Day and one of our friends was the first person to use their credit card machine. 😆

It’s now open Monday through Fridays from 10am to 5pm. Technically, they’re still in the “soft opening” phase as they put the finishing touches, but they are open with the same flowers and gifts as their other locations.

What’s Going On?

Friendraiser @ Highland Local 2/21 💘

The Paul Magnus Foundation is putting on their third annual Friendraiser at Highland Local from 5pm to 10pm on Friday, February 21st. There is a $10 per person suggested donation, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, plus $4 from every “Paulie Burger” will be donated to the foundation.

The Paul Magnus Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that offers qualified families financial grants for housing expenses while their child is receiving cardiac care. You can read Paul’s story here and the inspiration behind the memorial foundation.

Evening in the Stacks @ East Columbia Library 2/24 📕

Evening in the Stacks is the Howard County Library System’s annual fundraiser. It’s held at the East Columbia Branch and features a guest DJ, gourmet meal by Rouge Catering, signature drinks from The Wine Bin and Sobar, as well as a raffle. Tickets are $150 each, or $285 for two.

Apokries Party @ Konstantine’s 2/21 🎭

Konstantine’s Greek Taverna, located minutes away in Highland, is having an Apokries Party - Carnival Celebration & Greek Bouzouki.

🔥Live Greek Band - The Golden Flame (6-10PM)
🍹Happy Hour Specials
🍽️Special Mezethes Small Plates Menu
🎭Masquerade costumes encouraged!

Call 301-854-9200 to make reservations.

American Craft Made Baltimore 2/21 - 23 🫖

The American Craft Council’s flagship event will be taking place at the Baltimore Convention Center and features 400 artists and makers. It is now in its 48th year and expects more than 10,000 attendees.

Details here.

(nothing in this section is sponsored, I just think it looks fun)

Weather This Weekend

Friday - 36° | 18° - ☀️ - 0”
Saturday - 41° | 24° - 🌤️ - 0”
Sunday - 47° | 27° - 🌤️ - 0”

☀️ data from Weather Underground

Local Theatres and Shows

Olney Center - Waitress (until March 30)
Toby’s Dinner Theater - 9 to 5 The Musical (until March 16)

Reservoir High School - Legally Blonde (April 4-6) - Tickets
Atholton High School - The SpongeBob Musical (March 13-14) - Tickets

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Live Music, Brunches, & Bar Events

This list started as just local live music but has since expanded to include brunches, trivia, and bar events too:

🎶Music | ❓ Trivia | 🎭 Comedy

Friday 2/21

🎶 The Collective Encore - Pressing Strings - 8pm - Tickets
🎶 Looney’s Pub - 3AM Tokyo - 9pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - Fitzkee Brothers - 9pm
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Grayson Moon - 8pm to 11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Jimmy Solesky - 8pm to 10pm

Saturday 2/22

🍳 Union Jack’s - Drag Me to Brunch - 11am - Tickets

🎶 The Collective Encore - Pressing Strings - 8pm - Tickets
🎶 Periodic Table - Gary Harmon - 5:30pm to 8:30pm
🎶 Reckless Shepherd - The Reagan Years - 9pm - Tickets
🎶 Smashing Grapes - Jeremiah Miles - 8pm to 11pm
🎶 White Oak Tavern - Mercy Creek - 8pm to 10pm

❓Notch 8 Brewery - Swiftie Trivia - 12pm - 3pm

Sunday 2/23

🍳 The Collective Encore - Music Bingo Brunch w. Atomic Mingo - 11am

🎶 Manor Hill Brewing - Mandy B - 2pm to 5pm

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— Jim Wang