Wilde Lake Village Board - Governance Committee Meeting
2025-11-10 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
NOTICE OF MEETING
*The Governance Committee of the Wilde Lake Community Association will hold an in person meeting at Slayton House on Monday, November 10th at 6:30 pm. The meeting is open to the public. Please confirm your attendance by sending an email to: wlca@wildelake.org. Thank you.
Governance Committee Meeting Agenda and Documents

RAC Meeting, Nov. 12
2025-11-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Please note: this meeting will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 12 due to the Veterans Day holiday.
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 12 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, Nov. 4. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 4:30PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

Gallery Talk | Echoes of Light & Line
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00
A two-artist exhibition featuring sisters Hima and Nishita Jain. Though their subjects differ—portraits and landscapes—their work shares a contemplative sensitivity and a reverence for quiet moments.
Hima’s pencil portraits capture the dignity, character, and quiet strength of individuals from varied walks of life. Each drawing is rendered with extraordinary care, inviting viewers to pause and connect with the depth of expression etched in graphite.’
After a successful career in IT entrepreneurship, Hima returned to her early love of drawing and painting during the quiet pause of the pandemic. This reconnection with her creative roots reignited a lifelong passion for observing and expressing the world through art. Her current work goes beyond visual representation—it seeks to convey the spirit of her subjects and the subtle interplay of light and shadow that brings them to life.
Nishita’s watercolor landscapes evoke fleeting light and shifting atmosphere. Her work explores place as emotion—layered washes, softened forms, and tonal transitions convey both solitude and serenity.
With a focus on tonal nuance and fluid brushwork, Nishita uses the inherent softness of watercolor to evoke emotion and place. Her distinctive approach continues to resonate with viewers, drawing the attention of both collectors and fellow artists.
Nishita is also an art instructor, teaching watercolor techniques to adult students at both beginner and intermediate levels.
Together, these works offer a visual meditation on stillness and presence—whether in the lines of a weathered face or the mist over a morning field.
Gallery Talk: Nov 15, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
RSVP required

RAC Meeting, Nov. 25
2025-11-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 25 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 4:30PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

Thanksgiving 2025 Holiday Closure
2025-11-26 12:00 - 2025-11-28 23:59 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Wilde Lake Community Association offices and Slayton House will close at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 26 in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 9AM on Monday, Dec. 1. Happy Thanksgiving!

Wilde Lake Village Board Meeting
2025-12-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-02 18:30 - 20:30

Breakfast with Santa 2025
2025-12-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Join us for our Annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 6, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Slayton House in Wilde Lake! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, watch classic holiday cartoons, and take a special photo with Santa. Kids can also visit the Secret Santa Shop for some festive shopping (prices range from 50 cents to 10 dollars). Tickets are $15 per person, including breakfast and one photo with Santa.
A special thanks to our sponsor, Kimco Realty, for helping make this magical holiday tradition possible. Don’t miss out on the holiday cheer—reserve your spot today! Wilde Lake Breakfast with Santa [Eventbrite].
Questions? Call 410-730-3987.

CANCELED: RAC Meeting, Dec. 9
2025-12-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
The RAC meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 9 has been canceled.
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 9 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants. Please note that this is the last RAC meeting of 2025. Applications not received by the Dec. 2 deadline will be held until the RAC meeting on January 13, 2026.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 4:30PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

Baltimore Lab Project Presents: Baltimore Winterfest
2025-12-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
From Baltimore Lab Project:
Baltimore Winterfest is our annual holiday performance and community celebration hosted by Baltimore Lab Project. Each year, our dancers come together to share the joy, warmth, and creativity of the season through movement, music, and storytelling. Winterfest is more than a showcase — it is a family-centered experience that highlights the hard work, growth, and dedication of our dancers while spreading love and unity throughout our community.
Dancers of all ages and levels take the stage to perform original choreography in various styles, including ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, and musical theater. Friends, families, and community members gather to celebrate our students’ artistic achievements and the sense of connection that defines our BLP family.
Winterfest also serves as an important fundraiser for our dance programs, helping support costumes, studio resources, and performance opportunities throughout the season. By attending and participating, guests are not only uplifting our dancers — they are investing in their continued growth and the cultural enrichment of Baltimore youth.
At Winterfest, the lights shine bright, the music plays loud, and together we celebrate family, artistry, joy, and tradition.
Tickets are $25 and available via Eventbrite. Questions? Contact Baltimore Lab Project at baltimorelabproject@gmail.com.

WLCA Offices + Slayton House Closed, Dec. 23 - Jan. 2
2025-12-23 - 2026-01-02 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Wilde Lake Community Association offices and Slayton House will be closed for our annual winter break starting Tuesday, Dec. 23. We will reopen at 9AM on Monday, Jan. 5. Happy holidays!

Wilde Lake Village Board Meeting
2026-01-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom
Agenda – WLVB Meeting Monday, Jan. 5, 2026 at 6:30PM
NOTICE: The in-person portion of the hybrid meeting of the WLCA Board of Directors is cancelled because of the risk of influenza. The meeting will be held as scheduled on Zoom [link].

Opening Reception | Anne Calamuci – The Portrait’s Ability to Reveal
2026-01-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Exhibit Dates: January 6, 2026 to February 22, 2026
Reception Date: January 11, 2026 at 3:00 pm

Register for Reception

Anne Calmuci’s work in conceptual portrait photography is rooted in spirituality. She creates images that explore the inner life.

The series Ageless Creativity features 24 female artists ages 55–89. The series celebrates the female spirit and reminds us that women over a certain age are still imaginative, passionate, and full of life.
Ageless Creativity was created with LED flashlights using a technique called light painting. This process allows the painting of light to create a luminous, otherworldly atmosphere.
Portraits can capture what cannot be spoken. Anne enjoys creating images that invite the viewer to look beyond the surface.

RAC Meeting, Jan. 13
2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, January 13 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, January 6. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 2:00PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

WLCA Offices Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
2026-01-19 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
WLCA offices will be closed for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. Slayton House will be closed other than for regularly scheduled rentals. We will reopen at 9AM on Tuesday, Jan. 20.
For information on Howard County’s 2026 MLK Day Celebration and related service opportunities, visit the County website.

CA Board Meeting Town Hall, Jan. 22
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Join CA’s senior leadership team and Board of Directors for a Town Hall on Thursday, January 22 at 7PM at Slayton House (10400 Cross Fox Lane). Learn more about the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 budget and share your feedback. Resident Speakout will be a modified format consisting of conversations with Board Members, political representatives, and the CA Executive Team. We invite you to stick around for casual conversations and questions in the Slayton House lobby.
No pre-registration is required to attend, but an RSVP is encouraged (required for complimentary childcare). To RSVP, visit CA’s website. You can find the packet and agenda for the meeting on CA’s board of directors page.

Unable to attend? A recording of the meeting will be available on the CA Live Stream YouTube page.

Slayton House Closed; WLCA Staff Working Remotely, Jan. 26
2026-01-26 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Slayton House will be closed to the public today, Monday, Jan. 26, due to inclement weather. The Bryant Woods, Faulkner Ridge, and Running Brook Neighborhood Centers are also closed today.
Wilde Lake Community Association (WLCA) staff are working remotely and can be reached by email or by leaving a voicemail. For contact information, visit our Contact Us page. Thank you and be careful out there!
Please note: all Columbia Association facilities are also closed today, Monday, Jan. 26.

Slayton House Closed; WLCA Staff Working Remotely, Jan. 27
2026-01-27 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Slayton House will be closed to the public today, Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to inclement weather. The Bryant Woods, Faulkner Ridge, and Running Brook Neighborhood Centers are also closed today.
Wilde Lake Community Association (WLCA) staff are working remotely and can be reached by email or by leaving a voicemail. For contact information, visit our Contact Us page. Thank you and be careful out there!
Please note: all Columbia Association facilities will open today, Jan. 27. Some facilities may have modified hours or programming. KidSpace will be closed.
Photo credit: Jeff Friedhoffer.

RAC Meeting, Jan. 27
2026-01-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, January 27 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, January 20. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 2:00PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

Silhouette Stages: Decades Cabaret, Feb. 7
2026-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Mark your calendars to join Silhouette Stages for its Winter Cabaret at Slayton House (10400 Cross Fox Lane) on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 7:30PM.
From Silhouette: “You’ve heard about Taylor Swift’s Eras, but you’ve never experienced Silhouette Stages Decades – yet!” Cabaret artists will be performing songs, dances, and other acts made popular from the 1970s through the 2000s.
Tickets are $15 general admission and available at Silhouette’s online box office.

UPDATED: Wilde Lake Village Board Meeting
2026-02-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
UPDATE, Feb. 9, 2026: The currently scheduled Regular Meeting of the Wilde Lake Community Association Board of Directors on February 9, 2026, at 6:30 pm, is now a Special Meeting to be held in closed session on Zoom.
This meeting will be held in closed session for the following purposes:
1. Discussion of matters pertaining to employees and personnel:
2. Consultation with staff personnel, consultants, attorneys, board members, or other persons, in connection with pending or potential litigation or other legal matters.
The Regular Meeting of the Wilde Lake Community Association Board of Directors originally scheduled for February 9, 2026, is postponed to Monday February 16, 2026, at 6:30 pm at Slayton House. This will be a Zoom meeting, and the link will be posted with the agenda.
Katharine C Rathbun
Chair, Wilde Lake Community Association Board of Directors

CANCELLED: RAC Meeting, Feb. 10
2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Please note: the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting scheduled for Feb. 10 has been cancelled due to a lack of applications. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 24. Thank you!
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, Feb. 3. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 2:00PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

WLCA Offices Closed for Presidents Day, Feb. 16
2026-02-16 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Wilde Lake Community Association (WLCA) offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16 for the Presidents Day holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 9AM. Thank you!

CA Presents: Board Candidate Information Session, Feb. 19
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
From Columbia Association:
Interested in making a bigger impact in your community? Learn how to get involved in Columbia’s decision-making by running for the Columbia Association Board of Directors or your Village board. Hear from board and village representatives and join CA leaders to learn about the election process, candidate requirements, and how you can serve your community.
This info session will be held on Zoom on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 5-6PM. To register, visit CA’s website.

Slayton House Closed, Feb. 23
2026-02-23 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Slayton House is closed to the public today, Monday, Feb. 23 due to inclement weather. Wilde Lake Community Association (WLCA) staff are working remotely. Reach us via email or voicemail: https://wildelake.org/contact-us.
Have a fun and safe snow day, Wilde Lake!

RAC Meeting, Feb. 24
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 2:00PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!

Applications Due for WLVB Appointment (FY26)
2026-02-27 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Are you interested in serving the community? Join the Wilde Lake Village Board!
Due to a recent resignation, there is an available seat on the Wilde Lake Village Board of Directors. We are seeking a civic-minded resident to fill this vacancy and help ensure Wilde Lake remains a great place to live, work, and play. This appointee will hold office until the end of the current board term in April 2026.
To apply, please complete the Application for Board Appointment found on our website and return it to wlca@wildelake.org by Friday, February 27th. Interviews will be conducted during the Village Board meeting on Monday, March 2nd.
Additional information about WLVB service can be found on our website: https://www.wildelake.org/village-board/.

Opening Reception & Gallery Talk: Ronni Jolles | Beyond the Boundaries
2026-03-01 15:00 - 17:00 | Bernice Kish Gallery at Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
Exhibit Dates: February 25, 2026 to March 25, 2026
Reception Date: March 1, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Learn more & RSVP here.

Silhouette Stages Presents: Fun Home, March 6-22
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-22 | Slayton House, 10400 Cross Fox Lane, Columbia, MD, 21044
From Silhouette:
When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father’s hidden desires. Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes.
Directed by Stephen Foreman.
Dates: March 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 at 8PM; March 15 and 22 at 2PM. Tickets are available now at Silhouette’s online box office.
Running Time: 90 minutes with no intermission.
Sensitive Content Warning: Fun Home contains adult language and mature content, including discussions and depictions of death, violence, suicide, sexuality, and sexual content.
Age Recommendation: 13 and up; families are encouraged to make informed decisions about the show. Family Guide

RAC Meeting, March 10
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Applications for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) meeting on Tuesday, March 10 are due by 4:30PM on Tuesday, March 3. The Application for Exterior Alteration form and additional information about the application process can be found at https://wildelake.org/covenants.
RAC meetings are currently held virtually and are open to the public. Up to date agendas can always be found on our website: RAC Agenda.
For Zoom information or to offer input on any pending application, please email Lexi Levy Milani, covenant advisor, at covenants@wildelake.org. Input must be received by 2:00PM the day prior to the meeting. Thank you!
