Native Plant & Tree Giveaway – Sept 26
SOLD OUT – THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS EVENT!
Saturday, September 26, 9 am-Noon (or while supplies last)
Long Reach Community Association and Long Reach CARES are giving away a limited number of free native plants to members of Long Reach Village! Upon registration, you will be able to select your preferred species from 8 different options: Black Huckleberry, American Beautyberry, Berry Poppins Winterberry, Eastern Redbud, Carolina Allspice, Hardy Fig, Flowering Dogwood, and Red Chokeberry.
Please note: Berry Poppins Winterberry also comes with a Mr. Poppins Winterberry, so you will get 2 plants (male & female) to produce berries. Please consider any space limitations you may have before selecting this variety.
Pick-up will be at the Stonehouse lower-level parking lot (6110 Foreland Garth) on September 26, 2026, between 9 am and noon. No exceptions – all plants must be picked up on this date during those hours.
Each Long Reach household is limited to one plant/tree. You must bring photo ID at pick-up to verify Long Reach residency.
Registration is now closed.
CARES “Trashy Hour” Days
Long Reach CARES hosts “Trashy Hours” (trash clean-up days) several times yearly. Residents may volunteer to pick up trash in selected areas in Long Reach Village. It’s a great way to support your community and keep the environment safe and clean. All supplies are provided.
Trashy Hour will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Please contact cares@longreach.org for updates or questions.
Upcoming Dates:
Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10-11:30 am – Meet at Long Reach Village Center courtyard near the Doodlehatch (8775 Cloudleap Court)
Sunday, Nov. 22 at 9 am – Meet at Jeffers Hill Neighborhood Center (6031 Tamar Drive)
We look forward to seeing volunteers at CARES events this spring and will keep the community updated on any upcoming activities. Feel free to contact the CARES committee at cares@longreach.org.
Village-Wide Yard Sale – Oct 10
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · starting at 8 am
Have a sale in your own yard this fall, and we’ll take care of the advertising!
Here are a few things you may want to know:
- The start time is 8:00 am – we do not set an end time.
- We will post on our Facebook page and website and send out an email newsletter listing participating street names. To be included in these lists, you must sign up by noon on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- You may put up signs advertising your sale and directing people to your house. Please put up signs no earlier than Friday and REMOVE ALL SIGNS by Sunday.
- If you live in an apartment complex or condominium community, you may want to check with your management company or HOA to see whether they have any regulations on holding yard sales.
- If you have further questions, please email events@longreach.org.
Please enter your information below if you’d like to participate in the yard sale.
Note: You must register by noon on Wednesday, October 7th, to be included in our advertising.
Long Reach Photo Contest 2026
Show us what you love about living in Long Reach!
Submit a photo of Long Reach for a chance to win a prize and display your framed photograph at Stonehouse this Fall! An Awards Reception is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6-7 pm at Stonehouse. The event is open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided, along with a short awards presentation.
HOW TO SUBMIT:
You must be a Long Reach resident to participate. Fill out the 2026 PHOTO CONTEST FORM. Submit your entry via email by sending your photo and completed contest form to events@longreach.org. Rules and conditions are listed on the form.
Submission deadline is Sunday, October 4, 2026 at midnight.
Prize Categories (Amazon Gift Cards):
- Adult (18 Years or older): 1st Place: $75 / 2nd Place: $50 / 3rd Place: $25
- Children & Teens (6-17 years old): 1st Place: $50 / Second Place: $25
All 5 award winners will be invited to exhibit their work this Fall at Stonehouse from October 26 through November 6, 2026.
Winners will be announced Thursday, October 15, 2026, on our website.
QUESTIONS? Email events@longreach.org.
Walktober Walks 2026
Celebrate Walktober with Long Reach!
Join Long Reach as we participate in Walktober, a statewide initiative that encourages walking and highlights its many benefits. This is one of the best times of the year to enjoy the beautiful natural spaces throughout our community.
Each guided walk will showcase different pathways, scenic spots, and points of interest right here in Long Reach. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, connect with neighbors, and appreciate what makes our village special. The walks are free. There are no rain dates. Registration is not required unless noted. Just show up ready to walk! We will post inclement-weather cancellations on our website. For more information, email events@longreach.org.
Thursday, October 1, 10 – 11 am – Location TBD; please check back
Thursday, October 15, 10 am – 12 pm – Blandair Mansion Historical Preservation Tour. Please note: This tour includes stairs, dirt paths, and uneven ground. Please ensure you can walk on varied terrain. No strollers permitted on this walk. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for this walk – Registration link will be posted soon.
Thursday, October 29, 10 – 11 am – Location TBD; please check back
Family Bingo Night – October 2
Friday, October 2, 6:30 pm at Stonehouse
BINGO IS BACK, LONG REACH!
After a long break, we’re rolling out the cards, the pizza, and the Kona Ice for a night of pure community fun. So bring your daubers, your lucky charms, and your best Bingo energy. Let’s make it a night to remember!
Date: Friday, Oct 2, 2026
Time: Doors at 6:30 pm • Bingo at 7 pm
Location: Stonehouse
Cost: $5 per person (10 game cards + pizza + drinks + Kona Ice!) Daubers for sale at the event: $2 each.
Advance Registration Only – REGISTER ONLINE HERE. No ticket sales at the door.
Note: Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Questions? Email events@longreach.org
Bird Watching Walk – Sept 27
Sunday, September 27 at 8 am
Meet at Kendall Ridge Pool Parking Lot
Join Long Reach CARES (Community Action and Resources for Environmental Stewardship) as we go birding around the neighborhood of Kendall Ridge to see what birds are traveling through our area during their fall migration.
All ages are welcome. The walk will last approximately an hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring binoculars, if you have them. We will meet at the Kendall Ridge Pool (8245 Tamar Drive) parking lot and walk on foot through the Columbia paths from there.
FREE! Register at LRCA.eventbrite.com
PLEASE NOTE: No rain date
Block Party Kits
Available May 15 through September 30
Block parties are a great way to get to know your neighbors and enjoy summertime!
How do they work?
- Download your copy of the block party packet HERE
- Fill out the guest list with names and addresses
- Send out invitations (we will copy them at Stonehouse for free! )
- Record RSVP responses on the guest list
- Return your completed guest list with a copy of your invitation to Stonehouse the week before your party, and pick up your $100 grocery store gift card.
Call Stonehouse at 410-730-8113 to make an appointment to submit your block party information. No walk-ins please, as we want to make sure someone is available to assist you.
Kits are limited, so don’t wait! First come, first served. Questions? Email lrcaevents@longreach.org
Yoga Class
We meet you where you are! Experience Yoga in a safe & supportive environment.
Yoga for Every Body. All ability levels and experience are welcome! Expect a practice with mostly standing poses designed to build strength and flexibility. Poses can be adapted or modified as needed. Newbies welcome!
Six-week sessions. Choose one class or a flexible punch card to use for multiple sessions. Try the first class FREE!
CLASS FOCUS:
- Improve Posture
- Strengthen Bones
- Increase Flexibility & Range of Motion
- Build Balance
- Increase Coordination
- Reduce the effects of Stress
All levels of experience are welcome. Participants will need a yoga mat, blocks, strap, and blanket. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. All classes are held at Stonehouse (6110 Foreland Garth, Columbia, MD). Taught by Kris Woodsen, 500RYT
SESSIONS
Current: August 13 – September 10, 2026
Upcoming: September 24 – October 29, 2026
Yoga for Every Body
Thursdays 6:30 – 7:45 pm REGISTER HERE
6-week session/$125
September 24 – October 29, 2026
PUNCH CARD FLEXIBILITY!
A 6-class punch card allows you to attend up to 6 classes of your choosing in this session and in future 2026 sessions. You can even start attending classes mid-session.
$150 per card. REGISTER HERE
Questions? Email us at info@longreach.org.
Community Tree Planting – Oct 28
Wednesday, October 28th at 10 am
Join the Columbia Association (CA) Sustainability Team and other neighbors to help plant native trees and remove non-native invasive plants from the Waiting Spring pond area in the Jeffers Hill Neighborhood of Long Reach.
All equipment will be provided. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring water and a hat.
All are welcome to participate. Meet at the Jeffers Hill Pool parking area (6031 Tamar Drive, Columbia) at 10 am. For more details and to register for the event, visit columbiaassociation.org/communitytreeplanting
Questions? Email: Sustainability@columbiaassociation.org