PJ Library in Howard County held its annual family picnic on May 21 at Cedar Lane Park in Ellicott City. More than 150 people attended, including some new residents to Howard County.
PJ Library provided a moon bounce, face painting by Sophia, and frozen treats from Kona Ice. Families brought their own picnic dinners, while PJ Library committee members assisted with arts and crafts projects pegged to the upcoming Shavuot festival.
In addition, Howard County resident Eric McCormick of Eric McCormick Photography took pictures and gave each family a photo key chain to take home.
Photos courtesy of the Jewish Federation of Howard County
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