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Ooh La La! Hair Salon: Pamper Yourself on a Budget

May 3, 2016 by

Ooh La La! Hair Salon is a full-service salon in every sense of the word. Unlike many hair salons that only provide basic haircuts for pricey rates, this expert shop offers hair, skin, and nail services at prices that will fit with any budget.

This is the type of salon whose stylists accumulate loyal followings, due in large part to their friendly attitudes, open mindset, and impressive scissor-wielding skills. If you speak to anyone who frequents Ooh La La! you’ll most likely hear them rave about a favorite stylist, and this type of customer loyalty is what makes Ooh La La! so special. In addition to hair cut and coloring services, Ooh La La! provides manicures and pedicures ranging from the most basic to the most extravagant styles. The waxing services are safe and discreet, and there are even massage rooms for a weekend day of pampering.

Get a facial, touch up your eyebrows, and add a few caramel highlights all in one place at this beloved area salon!

Ooh La La! Hair Salon
3711 Old Columbia Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 465-7700
www.oohlalal.com
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Triple Nines Bar and Billiards: Pool Paradise

April 19, 2016 by

If you long for the days when you would chalk up the old cue stick and break a game of 9-ball, come to Triple Nines Bar and Billiards. Located on Washington Boulevard near the Beltway, Triple offers a variety of indoor sports options. Come in and sample one of the 14 nine-foot tables or two new pocket-less billiard tables, affordable to rent at $5 per hour for one player, $9 per hour for two, or $12 per hour for three players. There are also four coin-operated tables available. Stick around after your game for some lunch or dinner – the Triple Nines has a menu of sandwiches, subs, wraps, and salads. And you’re sure to find something at the Triple Nines’s excellent bar. Sign up for league nights for pool, darts, or foosball, and think about reserving Triple Nines for a group function!

Triple Nines Bar and Billiards
7540 Washington Boulevard
Elkridge, MD 21075
(410) 799-1818
http://www.yelp.com/biz/triple-nine-bar-and-billiards-elkridge

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Looks Salon and Spa: Take a Peek at Your New ‘Do

April 5, 2016 by

Looks Salon and Spa might be one of the best places for a little R&R in the Columbia area. From its stark white furnishings to the lush, green plants scattered all over, this beautiful and upscale spa is designed to promote relaxation.

This full-service hair salon staffs skilled stylists who administer natural color treatments and the trendiest haircuts, but they always offer one-on-one consultations beforehand in order to understand the expectations of the client. In its spa area, Looks hosts a full nail service station offering gel manicures and pedicures. Waxing and hair removal is available for face and body in one of the private treatment rooms, while the salon also offers massages to relieve tension and soothe sore muscles.

Looks Salon and Spa is open Mondays through Saturdays. Appointments can be made via the salon's website.

Looks Salon and Spa
6822 Oak Hall Lane
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 381-9030
www.looksllc.com
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Frank’s Produce and Greenhouses: Start Your Garden Right

March 1, 2016 by

When spring arrives, locals know that it’s also time to go to Frank’s Produce and Greenhouses. Located adjacent to the Old Waterloo Park, Frank’s Produce and Greenhouses has every plant that you need for your flower or vegetable garden. But be prepared to do some walking because there are eight greenhouses available! Take you time to check out the trays of annual and perennial flowers, as well as ground covering and other plants. There is also a beautiful assortment of hanging flowers and plants. And the trays of tomato, pepper, lettuce, cucumber and other produce plants are plentiful and ready to give you a good start on baskets of produce, all summer long. You can also buy some delicious local produce as well, whether it's strawberries in the summer or apples and pumpkins in the fall.

Frank’s Produce and Greenhouses
686 Old Waterloo Road
Elkridge, MD 21075
(410) 799-4566

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Volleyball House: Set and Spike

February 2, 2016 by

Bump, set, and spike your way over to historic Elkridge’s Volleyball House for a volleyball experience you can’t find at the gym. Whether you’re interested in joining a team for competitive league play, some time on the indoor soccer field, or you just want to sit at the sidelines and play some pinball, Volleyball House has something for everyone. The six courts are split between competitive and recreational play, with scheduled open hours for beginners. There’s also a youth league for youngsters new to the game or looking to hone their skills. If you’re an advanced player ready to get pumped but your friends can’t all make it over to form a team, Volleyball House makes it easy to join in on the fun as a “free agent” once you get there. With a lounge, snack bar, and locker rooms available, Volleyball House is the go-to volleyball destination for the greater Baltimore/DC area.

Volleyball House
5635 Furnace Avenue
Elkridge, MD 21075
(410) 579-1007

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Do a Flip Into the Foam Pit at Sky Zone Trampoline Park

January 19, 2016 by

For both kids and adults, Sky Zone Trampoline Park is one of the most fun places you’ll find in all of Columbia. This unique facility is filled from wall to wall with padded trampolines, and after slipping on a pair of treaded Sky Socks, you can hop on and enjoy hours of jumping fun.

Learn to do flips and other tricks by jumping from the trampolines into the large foam pit, or bring the little ones to enjoy the specified toddler jump period. There are open jumps during which anyone can pay to jump, or if you’re looking for a unique birthday party idea, you can rent out one specific area for all of your friends.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park has a snack bar that offers tasty pizza, soft drinks, and other snacks, as well as private lockers where you can store all of your belongings while you jump.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park
7175 Oakland Mills Road
Columbia, MD 21046
(443) 546-4477
www.skyzone.com/Columbia

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Take Your Morning Run to the 2-Mile Loop at Lake Elkhorn Park

January 12, 2016 by

Whether you’re an avid runner looking for a scenic trail or simply seeking some outdoor R&R in Columbia, Lake Elkhorn Park is a beautiful place to visit. This popular local park is centered around a scenic lake that makes a great place to fish during warmer weather, and the numerous benches along its shores also create relaxing places to catch up with a friend on a sunny day. You’ll even find kayak launches where you can go boating amidst the ducks on the lake’s calm waters.

Lake Elkhorn Park has a 2-mile paved trail that winds around the perimeter of the lake, offering a scenic loop for runners to exercise outdoors, as well as outdoor exercise equipment if you want to add some strength training to your run. Have a picnic at one of the shady tables or even host a child’s birthday party at the pavilions for rent at this beloved area park.

Lake Elkhorn Park
7200 Dockside Lane
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 715-3161
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Take Your Morning Workout Outdoors at Centennial Park

December 29, 2015 by

If you’re an active Columbia resident who is always looking for new ways to switch up your workouts, pay a visit to the scenic trails at Centennial Park. This family-friendly park is a favorite amongst the area’s runners, cyclists and walkers, as it contains scenic trails that wind through wooded areas and along the large lake.

Fishers will enjoy casting off at one of the lake’s sturdy piers, while just about anyone would love spending the afternoon relaxing along the lake’s shores. You can even rent paddle boats for an even closer view of the lake’s calm waters. Centennial Park contains a number of pavilions, picnic areas and barbecue grills perfect for a summer afternoon cookout, and there are attached public restrooms at some of the larger pavilions. The playground area is popular with younger children, and the entire park is dog-friendly if you want to bring your furry friend.

Centennial Park
10000 Route 108
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-7271
www.centennialmd.org
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The Mall in Columbia: Your Source for Fabulous Fashion Finds

November 30, 2015 by

If you want to treat yourself to some new clothes or those great sneakers that you’ve had your eye on, you’ll find all kinds of clothing and accessories at The Mall in Columbia. This local mall is home to all of your favorite national chain retailers, including Macy’s, Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor. For trendier finds, H&M, Abercrombie & Fitch and Express offer stylish options for men and women, while Foot Locker and Finish Line boast name brand sneakers and other styles of shoes.

There are also stores for children, bath and beauty stores and even a few options with stylish home décor items. The Mall at Columbia is large and modern, with a spacious food court with some upscale options like P.F. Chang’s and the Cheesecake Factory. If you’re not in the mood for shopping, take in one of the latest blockbusters at the mall’s AMC movie theater.

The Mall at Columbia
10300 Little Patuxent Parkway
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 730-3300
www.themallincolumbia.com
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Brunswick Zone: Pin It to Win It, Monarch Mills!

October 30, 2015 by

If you’re looking for a night of fun in the Columbia area, you’ll find it at Brunswick Zone. There’s something for visitors of all ages at this all-in-one facility, which contains a bowling alley, an arcade, a billiards room, and much more. There are 32 lanes containing optional automatic bumpers in the well-maintained bowling area, as well as comfortable seating areas at the end of each lane and electronic scoreboards that make it easy to keep track of every strike and spare.

The pro shop offers bowling shoes and balls for rent at a low price, while the snack bar offers affordable food and beverages that will keep you fueled for the next game. Classic games line the walls of the arcade, and there are even billiards tables for those who prefer pool to bowling. Brunswick Zone even contains party and event rooms that can be rented for fun birthday parties and other gatherings.

Brunswick Zone
7100 Carved Stone
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 381-7750
www.bowlbrunswick.com

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