
Saturday, October 4 | 4:30 – 7:30 pm
Tickets: $15 – follow this link.
Howard Community College, outdoors on the quad
The Longest Table returns outdoors with renewed purpose: to spark curiosity, foster empathy, and build bridges across different backgrounds and perspectives. Join us for an evening of food and meaningful dialogue, kicking off a year-round initiative that empowers community members to host their own gatherings using free HCLS conversation kits.
Together, we can build a more connected Howard County — one conversation at a time. Everyone is welcome.

The first 200 registrants receive a free copy of Seek: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Life and Change the World by Scott Shigeoka (1 per household, while supplies last) Also, you are invited to an author event with Shigeoka on November 17.
Weather permitting, we will dine outdoors with seating on the lawn. Please wear appropriate footwear
and dress for the season. Dinner is served family style. While we try to accommodate most dietary needs, if you have strict restrictions, you are welcome to provide your own meal.
Gold Sponsors: Columbia Association, Friends & Foundation of HCLS
Silver Sponsors: AARP Maryland, Howard Hughes Corporation
In-Kind Sponsor: Howard Community College
Media Sponsors: Baltimore Banner, WMAR-TV

DONATIONS NEEDED: NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS FOR
Vivian C. “Millie” and William Harrison Bailey Food Pantry
Urgent: Cereal, Snacks, Seasonings, Thick maxi pads
Canned vegetables (No/Low salt option, tomato products, mushrooms, olives)
Grains (Instant oatmeal packets (lower sugar preferred) & cereal with under 11g of added sugar (whole grain as first ingredient preferred)
Proteins (Low sodium beans, dried lentils)
Mixed dishes (Ready made meals, lower sodium soups)
Beverages (Shelf-stable dairy alternatives, tea, coffee)
Healthy snacks (Plain dried fruits and nuts in small packages; popcorn, pretzels, and chips in small packages)
Cooking needs (spices and seasonings, cooking oils, can openers)
Gluten-free products
Personal care (Bodywash, shampoo, and conditioner; lotion, thick maxi pads)
Cleaning and laundry supplies
