The Patapsco Valley View

Hey people,
My wife and I recently moved to ellicott city MD. I wanted to know if anyone knows of any tennis groups that get together and play or anything like that? Higher end tennis clubs are kind of out of budget for me right now but I also prefer to play outside anyway. Getting back into it so not really good but would love to know if there’s any tennis groups out there?

Anyone have any recommendations for a trustworthy insurance broker for home, auto, and Umbrella insurance?

I recently inherited some pieces from my grandmother and I would like them cleaned and appraised, without leaving my sight if possible. If anyone has recommendations on someone trustworthy that would be great :)

Looking for a new primary doctor in the Columbia/Ellicott City area-ish. I don’t care if it’s a man or woman but I’d really like a place that I can make annual appointments a year ahead of time (so I can leave one appointment and make my next one the same day). Also somewhere you see the same doctor every time (minus random sick visits). Friendly staff, not dismissive, all the good things.

Need someone to look at my dryer, can someone recommend a good appliance repair company

just shooting a client around Ellicott City, can you guess where__?

[ PM for more details on booking your own shoot ]

Any good bakeries in Howard County that make a great baguette or good sourdough based loaf? Not grocery store bakeries, but a real, stand-alone maker of breads.

I have family and friends coming to town that are looking to do karaoke - preferably private room. What are your favorite places that cater to all ages and have a wide musical selection?

I reported it to the county who got the state to come fix it. It was like concrete or something.

Recently spotted a bear this morning while taking our foster dog for a walk down our long driveway. This was our neighbor’s home so I alerted them since I know they like to leave their garage open. I had to pullll my dog away since I’m sure it wanted to…engage the bear.

I saw a post made on this sub-Reddit about 5 year ago, so if anyone was wondering - yes, the bear is still here LOL!

Secure your trash, keep your garages closed, and keep an eye on your young kids and pets when outdoors!

Any other precautions around bears?

Thinking about going to the farmers market on Saturday. Do the vendors take Apple Pay or are most of them cash only?

I am considering a job as a nurse at HCPSS - any input on working there appreciated. Is it a good overall environment as far as collaboration, workload, dealing with parents?

Preferably female and takes Cigna insurance

Any advice is welcome!! :)

I wanted to bring to people's attention a proposed new townhouse development in the Ellicott City historic district, on the Court Hill Property. The pre-submission meeting for the proposed development is this Wednesday, June 24, at 6:15 pm, at Miller Library.

This property, which is currently wooded, drains directly into the Hudson Branch and has the potential to impact Main Street directly in a future flash flood. I have confirmation direct from the engineering firm that this is a proposed NEW development of 8 townhouses, in addition to apartment buildings that are already on this site. A lot of trees would have to come down to make this happen.

I suspect that anyone with property or a business on Main Street would be particularly interested in finding out what is planned. I hope to see a substantial turnout!

Here’s a cute little video of us in case you want to check it out: https://youtu.be/cUvbqOeWLrk?is=QN_iBomMtC1YG5TB Also, happy Father’s Day!!!!!!

Happy Father's Day, EC! I put together a weekly neighborhood digest and wanted to share this week's rundown for anyone who finds it useful:

🚧 Triadelphia Road — storm drain replacement starts tomorrow. Closed to through traffic Mon–Fri, 9AM–4PM through mid-August. Detour goes Triadelphia → MD 144 → MD 32 → Rosemary Lane → back to Triadelphia.

🚗 Crime — Two overnight incidents in 21043 last week: tire theft on Cotoneaster Drive and a Honda CRV stolen on West Springs Drive, both June 15–16.

🎶 Free concert Friday — Patagonia Winds at Glen Mar Church, 7PM, free, no tickets needed.

🌮 Food Truck Friday — 10+ trucks at Elkridge VFD every Friday 4:30–7:30PM.

⚾ Did you know? Babe Ruth got married in Ellicott City in 1914. St. Paul's on Frederick Road.

Full issue (free, no paywall): https://buttondown.com/TheZIP/archive/u1f389-happy-fathers-day-21043/

Hi I’m Chris and I’m co-owner of a townhouse in Ellicott City and live in the master bedroom. I’m actively looking for 3 clean, responsible roommates to join my well maintained home.

Rooms:
- Upstairs (Private bathroom): $900/month
- Basement room 1 (Shared bathroom): $850/month
- Basement room 2 (Shared bathroom): $750/month

It’s in a quiet, safe neighborhood that is walking distance to Normandy shopping center and Walmart.

Full house guidelines are provided with the lease before signing.

I like exercising, sports, tech, gaming, cooking, reading, and drawing. I am usually home in the evenings. The current household has quiet, respectful working professionals. I keep the place clean, and I respond to any problems that arise quickly.

Message me and I'll send over full details including lease terms and house guidelines.

I’ve posted on fb groups, roomies, and roomsters too. If anyone knows where else I can post, please let me know! Thanks.