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Spring Gardening Season

Mar 19, 2018

Spring is finally here! It’s not too early to begin prepping for your spring garden at your Forty West Home. Start your gardening season off right with these tips and tricks to get your garden flourishing this season. Whether you’re looking to grow your own produce or just a few …

Best Antique Furniture in Ellicott City and Tips for Buying

Feb 20, 2018

Historic Ellicott City is full of shops where you can find antique, vintage and collectible one-of-a-kind items. We’ve rounded up four of the best antique shops in Ellicott City for buying furniture, as well as some tried and true tips for finding that perfect piece. Antique Depot 3720 Maryland Avenue …

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Howard County

Jan 23, 2018

Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Valentine’s Day with that special someone? Look no further! We’ve rounded up 5 of our favorite romantic restaurants near our new homes in Howard County. Don’t want to wait until Valentine’s Day to enjoy all that these restaurants have to offer? Lucky for …

Our Favorite Howard County Breweries

Dec 19, 2017

In recent years, Howard County has come a growing local craft beer destination. Learn more about Howard County’s craft brew trail and then keep reading to see a few of our of favorite Howard County breweries near our new homes in Ellicott City. HowardOnTap Craft Brew Trail The HowardOnTap Craft …

Shop Local on Small Business Saturday

Nov 9, 2017

In between the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday. First recognized in 2010, Small Business Saturday is a day to celebrate the Shop Small movement, driving shoppers to local merchants across the U.S. Just minutes from our new home communities in the charming …

Pet-Friendly Ellicott City

Oct 26, 2017

October is Adopt-A-Dog Month, dedicated to giving a loving home to the millions of dogs waiting in shelters. When you’re ready to bring home your new four-legged family member, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite pet-friendly Howard County businesses near our new homes in Ellicott City. Dog Adoption: …