Join us and Celebrate at Howard County's signature arts event! The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a reception where you’ll sample culinary delights from area restaurants and caterers and bid on works of art by local artists while enjoying wonderful live musical performances. At 8 p.m. guests will be invited inside the Smith and Studio Theatres for the Rising Star Performing Arts Competition and the presentation of the 2017 Howie Awards. Performances and awards are presented live in the Smith Theatre and simulcast in the Studio Theatre.