Community Notes
Howard County Notes
CARE FOR THE CARE GIVER Sat. Aug 7th - 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Location: Bon Secours Spiritual Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville Md. 21104. Suggested Donation: $15 (or what you can afford). If you are a caregiver, we want you to be well and invite you to spend a "low key" morning of personal sharing, answer seeking, being cared for and comforted. We will explore emotions and issues about grief and guilt and the joys and satisfactions connected with personal care giving. We will pray for you and your loved ones, and offer spiritual support to help you in your care efforts. Please come and be with us. To register, please call 410-442-1320 or visit www.BonSecoursSpiritualCenter.org
"HOWARD COUNTY'S FARM2TALBE RESTAURANT WEEKS, thru August 8th. This annual food extravaganza is when Howard County's finest restaurants incorporate locally grown products to serve scrumptious farm fresh meals at discounted prices. The film festival is free; however, you must register in advance at the website www.howardcountyag.org/agevents.aspx. Registration is limited to 100 guests. For more information of the film festival call 410-313-2707. For more information on Farm2Tables Restaurant Weeks, visit www.howardcountyrestaurantweek.com.
WOMEN'S WELLNESS WEEKEND Fri, Aug. 13th at 5:00 PM - Sun, Aug 15th at 1:00 PM. Keynote Speaker: Sharon Keys Seal. Cost: $225.00 (deposit $50.00). Location: Bon Secours Spiritual Center, 1525 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville Md. 21104. Bringing together women of diverse backgrounds, the Women's Wellness weekend retreat is designed to enhance spiritual and physical well-being and introduce participants to a variety of possibilities for holistic care. Participants have opportunities to hike the grounds, walk the labyrinth, reflect by the pond, and to take part in a variety of workshops and activities to nurture mind, body and spirit. Join with other women across the boundaries of geography, age, work, culture, education, ethnic heritage, and state of life for a meaningful weekend of learning, growing and sharing. To register, please call 410-442-1320 or visit www.BonSecoursSpiritualCenter.org.
95TH ANNUAL WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL Aug 14, 3-7pm & Aug 15, 1-5pm, St. Alphonsus Church, 10800 Old Court Rd, Woodstock. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children 11 & under. Fun for all. For more information call 410-461-5267.
FREE GUIDED HIKE The Howard County Conservancy offers free guided hikes on the second Saturday of each month year round On August 14 Richard Orr, Field Entomologist, will lead a guided hike focusing on changes in our insect population. What in the world is happening to our bugs, bees, ants, wasps and other insects? Are foreign invader species threatening nature's balance - or at least making life uncomfortable for some of us? What difference do foreign stink bugs, ladybugs, fire ants, and killer bees make? Expert field entomologist, Richard Orr, takes you on a fascinating journey into the insect world of today's East Coast. Come hunt for insects - good and other - at the Conservancy. Please call 410-465-8877 or visit www.hcconservancy.org for further information.
FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR FOLLY QUARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Come join the fun at the first fundraising event for Folly Quarter Middle School 2010-2011. FQMS is hosting their first annual "Best Ball" Golf Tournament on Monday, August 16, at Argyle Country Club (Layhill Rd). Cost is $125 per person for 18 holes with cart, morning snack and soft drinks. Cookout lunch with awards ceremony - includes a certificate for a free future round of golf for just the cart fee of $20. Registration 8am/shotgun start 9am. Please register to play or sponsor: mailto:Laurentravel@yahoo.com or laurentravel@yahoo.com.
THE CENTRAL MARYLAND USER GROUP (CMUG) for Windows personal computers will meet on Wednesday August 18th, at 7:30 PM in the East Columbia Library meeting room on Cradlerock Way in Columbia. Bring your computer questions and problems for help by other users. Free - all are welcome. For more information, call 301-774-0331 or go to our website, www.myCMUG.org.
SIXTY PLUS WILLS/LEGAL SCREENING On Wednesday, August 18, 2010 from 1:00-4:00 pm, Attorney Anthony Doyle will be at The Bain Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia, 21044, for the 60 Plus Wills and Legal Screening Program. Services include simple wills, powers of attorney, living wills, small estates and deed changes. The program is open to Howard County residents over age 60. Cost of document preparation depends on individual or couple's income. This program is available the third Wednesday of every month. It is sponsored by the Howard County Department of Citizen Services, Office on Aging. An appointment is required. Please note that because of the demand for services, appointments often must be scheduled one or more months in advance. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 410-313-7213.
CHILD CARE OPEN HOUSE at the Lisbon's Children's Christian Care Center, Aug 19, 6-8pm at Lisbon UMC, 15875 Frederick Rd (next to Lisbon Elementary School). The center offers enrollment for children ages 2 through 5th grade. Care is available M-F from 7am-6pm. It's Before and After program escorts pupils to and from Lisbon Elementary School. Interested persons are invited to this event or may call 410-489-7219 for more information.
GLENWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES August 21. Cost is $2 per ticket and the ticket price includes popcorn and a drink. Preregistration is preferred. Call 410-313-4840 for movie titles and/or registration.
HEALTHY KIDS IN HEALTHY FAMILIES CLINIC AT THE MALL As part of its ongoing partnership with The Mall in Columbia, Howard County General Hospital: A Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine is hosting the Healthy Kids in Healthy Families Clinic on Saturday, August 21 from noon to 4 p.m. in the Lord and Taylor Court. The event features numerous screenings, including, Asthma, Height, weight, growth and development for children, Height, weight and BMI for adults, Scoliosis, Bone Density, Blood pressure, Skin Analyzer. Other services and programs include: Enhancing children's nutrition, Ask the pediatrician, Latest health and safety tips for kids, Physical fitness information for the whole family, Health insurance information for the uninsured, Maryland Child Identification Program- this will give parents a disk with pictures, child information, fingerprints, a laminated ID card and a DNA sample. All information is sent home with the parent. No information is saved in any data bank. For more information about the HCGH Healthy Kids in Healthy Families Clinic at the Mall, please contact Howard County General Hospital at 410-740-7601 or visit www.hcgh.org.
WESTWOOD'S BAZAAR Aug 21, 8am-2pm. Vendors wanted: jewelry, art, yard sale, produce. A portion of space rental to benefit Tails of Hope Animal Shelter & Frisky's Wildlife & Primate Sanctuary. Call for information 410-531-4831.
HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION Healthy Kids and Healthy Families Clinic, Saturday, August 21, 12 noon -4p.m at The Mall in Columbia. Participate in screenings, stop by information booths, and ask the pediatrician questions. Learn physical activities for the whole family, healthy nutrition and other health and safety tips. Free. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.
GLENWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSE Aug 22, 2-4pm, at the Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Rt. 97, Cooksville, MD. Admission is free. Visit www.howardcountymd.gov/rap for more information.
SUPPORT GROUP Separation and divorce are among life's most difficult and painful experiences. Chapelgate Church provides a safe place of understanding and help designed to provide hope and a new direction for people's lives. Rebuilders is a ministry of encouragement, information and sharing that meets weekly on Monday evenings, beginning August 23, 7-9 pm for 12 week sessions. Divorce Recovery for Teens is a 12 week program for teens age 13-18 that runs concurrently with the adult Rebuilder's group. It is designed to encourage and empower teens to deal with their feelings, fears and emotions while experiencing the divorce or separation of their parents. While there is no cost to attend, we do require that you sign up. Sign up at www.chapelgate.org or call 410-442-5800. Free childcare available. Chapelgate Church, 2600 Marriottsville Road, Marriottsville, Md.
FALL INTO FITNESS WITH CLARKSVILLE JAZZERCISE Come to class on August 23rd at 7pm and get the rest of 2010 for JUST $99 (with EFT sign up to begin in January 2011). Classes are held in Claret Hall, in the River Hill Village Center. Call 410-564-6004 or visit www.clarksvillejazz.com for more information.
SIXTY PLUS WILLS/LEGAL SCREENING On Wednesday, August 25, 2010 from 1:00-4:00 pm, Attorney Charles Jerome Ware will be at the Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Road, Ellicott City 21042, for the 60 Plus Wills and Legal Screening Program. Services include simple wills, powers of attorney, living wills, small estates and deed changes. The program is open to Howard County residents over age 60. Cost of document preparation depends on individual or couple's income. This program is available the fourth Wednesday of every month except December, when the program is not offered. It sponsored by the Howard County Department of Citizen Services, Office on Aging. An appointment is required. Please note that because of the demand for services, appointments often must be scheduled one or more months in advance. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 410-313-1400.
HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION Smoke-Free Lungs, Thursday, August 26 & Thursday, September 23, 7-9 p.m. Learn tips for quitting your tobacco habit and mastering long-term success. This program provides support and education for those wanting to quit as well as those who have quit. Free. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.
DIABETES SCREENING Thursday, August 26, 9-11a.m. Free. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.
"24 HOURS OF BOOTY" BIKE RIDE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CANCER August 28, 1pm in Columbia, MD. For more information or to register, visit www.24hoursofbooty.org.
HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION Adult, Child, Infant CPR, Thursday, August 12 & Monday, August 30, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Earn a two-year American Heart Association CPR completion card. This is a not a health care provider course. $48. Held at the HCGH Wellness Center's new location at the Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 100, in Columbia. For information or to register, call 410-740-7601, or register online at www.hcgh.org.
PRESCHOOL OPENINGS IN WESTERN HOWARD COUNTY! Three, four and five-year-olds, come join The Genesis Institute's Bright Beginnings Preschool Program, starting this fall on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. We are a small, personalized, creative program taught by a gifted education specialist with 20 years experience. Our fun, enriching curriculum differentiated for the needs of our students can be used as a stand alone program or as a supplement to another to help prepare your child for kindergarten. Come visit our facility right off I-70 and Rt. 97 to learn more about this terrific opportunity for your preschooler. Call Noel at 410-489-0589. Hope your family can be a part of our fantastic new school year!
MOMS CLUB OF CLARKSVILLE/COLUMBIA-WEST a social and support group for stay-at-home moms of Clarksville, Columbia-west, Highland, Fulton , Dayton , Glenwood, and Glenelg, offers activities and playgroups. The next monthly social is on Wednesday, September 8th at 9:30 AM Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church on 12101 Linden Linthicum Lane in Clarksville. For more information e-mail clarksvillecolumbiamoms@yahoo.com.
FALL FLEA MARKET AT GLENWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER Sept 11, 9am-12pm. Vendor space $20 per seller, $5 for 6' table. Call 410-313-4840 for more information.
15TH ANNUAL BOOK SALE at Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church, 14551 Burntwoods Rd. Glenwood, MD, Friday Sept. 10 from 3-7pm & Saturday Sept. 11 from 9am-3pm. Saturday from noon to closing at 3pm we have a fill a bag sale for $5.00---OUR bags only. Closing times are prompt and we regret we can not accommodate strollers! Location: I-70 to Rt. 97 south approximately 3 miles to left turn on Burntwoods Rd. (flashing light) approx. 1/4 mile to blue church on right. For more information call the church @ 410-489-0063 or Carole Kramer at 410-442-2475.
CHARITY GOLF OUTING Sponsored by Lisbon United Methodist Men, Sept 28, 2pm, at Whiskey Creek Golf Club, in Urbana. $125 per player included green fees, cart, welcoming gifts, prizes and dinner at the clubhouse following the event. All proceeds to benefit needy families during the holiday season. For more information or to sign up, call Mike Mattingly 301-854-6141 or email gwenmattingly@comcast.net.
SMALL MIRACLES CAT RESCUE located at 10236A Baltimore National Pike Ellicott City, MD 21042, has a large selection of kittens and cats available for immediate adoption. All are neutered and up to date on vaccines. Stop in Saturday 11-4, Sunday 12-3, Mon, Wed, Thurs or Friday from 5-8 and Tuesday 11-3.
WANTED: DONATIONS OF BOOKS, RECORDS, DVD'S CD's, videos for the 15th annual media sale at Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church. Items can be left, at the church at any time, inside & on the plastic bench seat next to the side door of the building. The church is located at 14551 Burntwoods Rd., Glenwood, Howard County. Tax contribution forms are available inside the bench. Watch this newspaper column for the date of this year's big sale. Questions? Call 410-442-2475.
B&O RAILROAD MUSEUM ELLICOTT CITY STATION ROADS TO RAIL EXHIBIT Visit the museum through November 7, 2010 to view the exhibit by guest curator James Dilts, author of "The Great Road", on the history, construction and use of the Thomas Viaduct. The exhibit will explain how the viaduct was built and contain images and pictures of the viaduct in use. Learn about Phillip Thomas, President of the B&O Railroad and for whom the viaduct is named, and Benjamin Latrobe, the engineer responsible for its construction. Call 410-461-1945 for more information.
2010 FARMER'S MARKET LOCATIONS & SCHEDULE East Columbia Library, 6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD 21045. Open: Thursdays, thru November 18, 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Glenwood Library, 2350 Route 97, Glenwood, MD 21723. Open: Saturdays, thru October 30, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Oakland Mills Village, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia, MD 21045. Open: Sundays, thru November 21, 9:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. NEW! St. John's Episcopal Church, 9120 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Open: Wednesdays, thru October 27, 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. NEW! Howard County General Hospital, 5755 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044. Open: Fridays, thru October 29, 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Kathy Zimmerman at 410-313-6524 or e-mail kzimmerman@hceda.org.
TEEN ZONE: AFTER-SCHOOL DROP-IN at the Glenwood Community Center. Ages 12-up. Children 11-under must have adult supervision while in the center. Shoot baskets or take a few laps. M-F, 2:30-5:30pm.
GAME ROOM AT THE GLENWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER for all ages. Play pool, ping-pong or bumper pool. During after school teen hours check out the big screen television hooked up to some of the latest video games. Children 11-under must have adult supervision while in the center. Center ID required.
STROLLER MOMS & FRIENDS at the Glenwood Community Center. Open walking time for stroller moms & babies in the comfort of our 3 lane indoor track. M-F 8-9am. Ages 18-up. Center ID required.
DROP-IN BASKETBALL at the Glenwood Community Center. Mon 7-9pm. Age 16-up. Center ID required.
DROP-IN VOLLEYBALL at the Glenwood Community Center. Wed 7-9pm. Ages 16-up. Center ID required.
Carroll County Notes
CARROLL COUNTY 4-H/FFA FAIR 7/31/2010 - 8/6/2010 at the Agriculture Center, 700 Agriculture Center Dr., Westminster, 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Showcase of 4-H/FFA project exhibits, food, entertainment and fun. Contact: Debbie Weishaar 410-848-3247. www.carrollcountyfair.com
40TH ANNUAL OLD FASHIONED CORN ROAST FESTIVAL Aug 7, 11am-5pm, rain or shine at Union Mills Homestead, 3311 Littlestown Pike, Westminster MD. The price for the meal ticket is $12 adults & $6 children (6-12), children under 6 free. Menu: Fried chicken, sliced tomatoes, roll & butter, applesauce, iced tear or lemonade & all the roast corn you can eat. For more information 410-848-2288.
THE CARROLL TECHNOLOGY COUNCIL is hosting a summer networking event at Westminster Island Green on August 12, from 3-6pm. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10 each until July 31st, and includes unlimited food and beverages, unlimited use of the driving range and mini-golf course and unlimited networking and fun. Ticket prices increase to $15 each on August 1st. All attendees will be entered in a free raffle for $500 Jet Blue airline voucher donated by Mind Shift Technologies. You must be present to win. Proceeds from this event help support the Tech Council and its CompuKids program which donates refurbished computers to qualified Carroll County Public School children, in addition to providing scholarships, educational programs and small business support in Carroll County. For more information, to help sponsor this event or to purchase tickets, visit the website at www.carrolltechcouncil.org or contact Tracy Turner, Administrator at 443-244-1262.
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Eldersburg, announces its VBS programs, a preschool/elementary program will run from August 16-20, 9:00-noon (age 3 by January 1, 2010 through 5th grade). Bible Point crafts, Bible songs, God Sightings, and tasty treats are just some of the adventures awaiting the Crews. Registration is on line at www.faithlutheraneldersburg.com . The church is located at 1700 St. Andrews Way, next to the public library. Questions, call the church office, 410-795-8082.
DOUBLE BASKET BINGO at Gamber Fire Hall on Saturday, August 21, 2010. Doors open at 9:30am, games begin at 10:30am. Sponsored by the Freedom District Lions and Lionesses. Entry includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dessert and 40 games of Basket Bingo. King Tuts and specials Cost $40.00 Call Sue at 410-795-0920 or Viki at 410-795-5334 for more information.
SATURDAY NIGHT CASH BINGO Aug 28 , at Windsor Station, sponsored by the New Windsor Auxiliary. 4 early birds, 16 regular games, 3 special games, 2 quickie games, 1 jackpot. Doors open at 5pm. Food will be available at 5:30pm. Games start at 7pm. To reserve a seat call 410-775-7402 or 410-751-2742.
HEART OF MARYLAND BOWHUNTERS AUGUST THURSDAY'S 3D SHOOT every Thursday in August, 5:30-dusk, $7. Heart of Maryland Bowhunters Range, Patapsco Valley State Park, located on Henryton Rd, 1/4 mi from Arrington Rd, Sykesville, MD.
FREEDOM AREA RECREATION (FARC) is looking for creative and frightening community, church or business groups to create and sponsor venues for the first annual "Field of Screams," to be held at Freedom Park, October 29 and 30. Planned activities for the Field of Screams include: Scary walk in the field of screams, Craft area for younger children, 5 K Run, Storytelling, Bonfire, Food and snacks, Frightful photos community slide show. Want to know what a "venue" is? Need more information on what's involved? Contact FARC Executive Board Member Becky Lambrose at lambrose@verizon.net for all the information.
QUARTER MANIA FUNDRAISER sponsored by Taneytown Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, Sept, 10, at the Taneytown Fire Company Activities Bld, 49 Memorial Dr, Taneytown, MD. Cost is $5 reserved advance tickets (will receive 1 game paddle), $8 at the door - if available (will receive 1 game paddle). Money for all tickets will be collected at the door. Call to reserve your $5 ticket. Doors open at 6pm, games start at 7pm. Call Linda at 410-756-2969 or 410-596-5333 for tickets or more information.
HEART OF MARYLAND BOWHUNTERS 2010 3-D TARGET BOW SCHEDULE August 22: End of Summer Shoot, registration 9am-noon, $10 all you can shoot; Sept 11: 2nd Annual Traditional Archery Shoot, registration 9am-noon, $10 all you can shoot. Heart of Maryland Bowhunters Range, Patapsco Valley State Park, located on Henryton Rd, 1/4 mi from Arrington Rd, Sykesville, MD
BULL & SHRIMP FEED In rememberance of our fallen heros, Sept 11, at the New Windsor Fire Dept. Doors open 5pm - midnight. Dinner begins at 6:30. Music, dancing, raffles & games, plus a raffle for a Cairns N6A Sam Houston leather helmet. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Guests must be 16+, photo ID required. Contact 410-635-6373 for tickets and info.
HEART OF MARYLAND CLASSIC CHEVY CLUB hosts the 18th Annual Alzheimer's Association Benefit Car & Truck Show, Sun, Sept 19, 10am-4pm in Frederick, Md at Frederick MVA, exit 56 off I-70, 1601 Bowman's Farm. The show is open to all makes and models of cars & trucks. Rain date is Oct 3. Car registration and spectator admission are by donation to the Alzheimer's Association. Features an auction at noon of donated items, savings bond giveaway for registered vehicles, trophies for the top 30 vehicles, special awards, door prizes, dash plaques, moon bounce for kids, raffles, music, more! For more information, call Earl at 240-446-6657, Ed at 301-865-5270, Butch at 301-845-4239 or Jim 301-829-0171. Day of show 301-401-3200. Visit our website www.HMCCC.50G.com.
YARD SALE & FALL FEST, Sept 25, 8am-2:30pm, Calvary Lutheran Church, 16151 Old Frederick Rd, Mt.Airy/Woodbine. Bake sale, farmer‰s market, fall decorations, breakfast/lunch. Yard sale spaces available, $25. 410-489-5280.
FARMERS MARKET Sponsored by MAMSA, Mt. Airy Main Street Association, Every Wednesday, thru September 29, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. Visit mountairymainstreet.org for detailed Weekly Information & Demonstrations. Located in the Mt. Airy Municipal Parking Lot Park Avenue between Cross Street & Veterans Lane in downtown Mt. Airy.
ADULT BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUPS Hospice Caring, Inc. provides peer support groups facilitated by trained Hospice Caring volunteers. An ongoing spousal-and-partner loss group for those under the age of 50 meets weekly Wednesday evenings in Rockville. To register and/or for additional information, call Toby Rabbin at 301-990-0854.
MOUNT AIRY FALL FEST 10/2/2010 - 10/3/2010, Main St., Mount Airy. Sat. 9 AM to 5 PM, Sun. 10 AM to 5 PM. Contact: Ricky Lawson 301-829-2112. www.mtairyfestivals.com.
SYKESVILLE FALL FESTIVAL Our 37th Year, will be held on Saturday October 9, 2010 and will be bigger and better than ever! Rain Date is 10/16/2010. Great Entertainment, Wonderful Food, and as always FREE ADMISSION. Call Craig Taylor for more information 410-615-8953.
CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY BAZAAR 11/5/2010 - 11/6/2010, Oakland United Methodist Church Hall, 5971 Mineral Hill Rd., Eldersburg. Fri. 9 AM to 7:30 PM, Sat. 9 AM to 2 PM. Crafts, baked goods, tree ornaments, gift baskets, silent auction, white elephant table/flea market and food. Contact: Rev. MaryEllen Glorioso 410-661-4481/ Myrna Tracey 410-795-2029.
Montgomery County Notes
INOVA BLOOD DRIVE Wednesday, September 1, from 2:30-7 p.m., at Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, located at 18131 Slade School Road on the Sandy Spring campus of Brooke Grove Retirement Village (BGRV). Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome! For information or an appointment, contact BGRV Director of Volunteer Services Nancy Ochsenreiter at 301-570-7081 or volunteers@bgf.org.
WINGS OF CARING BUTTERFLY MEMORIAL & HONOR EVENT Hospice Caring, Inc. will hold its 2nd Annual Wings of Caring Butterfly Memorial & Honor event on Saturday, September 11 (rain date Sunday, September 12) at its location at The Cottage, 518 S. Frederick Avenue, in Bohrer Park, Gaithersburg. The event will begin at 1:00p.m., and the program (reading of names) will begin at approximately 2-2:30p.m. There will be a program of the reading of the names, artisans, and music. To receive a brochure to make a $35 donation for inclusion of a loved one's name, call 301-869-4673.
CAREGIVER VOLUNTEER TRAINING Hospice Caring, Inc. has been providing practical and emotional support to adults and children facing life-limiting illness and grief at no charge. We have opportunities for those who would like to become a caregiver and share in someoneÕs end-of-life journey, or to facilitate adult or children's grief groups. Our next volunteer training is September 21, 22, and 23, from 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. at HCI's office, The Cottage, in Bohrer Park, Gaithersburg. Call Penny Gladhill at Hospice Caring at 301-869-4673 to register.
THE POWER AND THE POTENTIAL OF THE MATURE MIND" SEMINAR Wednesday, September 22, at Brooke Grove Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 18131 Slade School Road on the Sandy Spring campus of Brooke Grove Retirement Village. This free Living Well Seminar begins at 7 p.m. and will be preceded by a complimentary lite supper at 6:30 p.m. New discoveries in brain research are forcing scientists to rethink long-held assumptions about the power and potential of aging brains. Join Michael Patterson, MALS, to hear Ö in plain language Ö what current neuroscience research has to say about the incredible "plasticity" of mature minds and what you can do to keep your brain healthy and vital. Mr. Patterson chairs the Research Committee for the National Center for Creative Aging and is the founder of mindRamp & Associates, which provides creative consulting and educational programs designed to promote brain health and cognitive enhancement. RSVP to Toni Davis at 301-924-2811, option 3, or tdavis@bgf.org by September 20.
Frederick County Notes
LIBERTYTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 2010 CARNIVAL through Aug 7th. Food, games, exhibits, hand dipped ice cream & much more. Nightly drawings M-F, $100 each night (need not be present to win). Buffet dinners with salad bar served 4:30-7:30 nightly in our air conditioned hall by by the Libertytown Auxiliary. Musical performances each night. All shows 7pm & 9pm. Ride special through Sat, 6:30-10:00pm.
FOUR COUNTY QUILTERS GUILD PRESENTS " A CHARMED EVENT" Featuring prize winning quilts to spark the imagination, warm the soul, and encourage the creativity in all of us. Come and expect to be charmed! August 6 - 8, 2010 Eventplex at The Frederick Fairgrounds. For directions go to www.thegreatfrederickfair.com/Eventplex.htm. Friday 12 - 8 pm, Saturday 10-6pm, Sunday 10 - 4 pm. $6 - per day, $10 - 3 day pass, $5 - Seniors & Military. Free Parking.
EMILY GIVES BACK BASKET BINGO Aug 8, 2010, Woodsboro Fire Co, Complex, 10307 Coppermine Rd, Woodsboro, MD. Doors open at 12pm, games start at 1:30pm. $20 in advance, $25 at the door (cash only at the door). Admission includes 25 games. Also available or purchase, raffles & tip jar featuring "King Tut". Food available for purchase to benefit Woodsboro Ladies Auxiliary. Benefits The Jeremy Foundation & The Leukemia/Lymphoma Society. For more info call Mary 301-401-2824 or Sandy 301-845-8569.
NOW ACCEPTING CONSIGNORS & VOLUNTEERS for Kid's Closet Connection back to school consignment sale, August 25th - August 28th at the Frederick County Fairgrounds - Now accepting consignors and volunteers! Check out our website at www.kidscloset.biz and click on the Frederick County, MD link for more information!
KID'S CLOSET HUGE BACK-TO-SCHOOL CHILDREN'S CONSIGNMENT SALE at the Frederick County Fairgrounds August 25th-28th. Looking for Consignors. Receive 70% of profits sold. Over 15,000 items sold at last sale. Please visit our website www.kidscloset.biz.
QUARTERMANIA Aug 27, Woodsboro Fire Co. Complex, 10307 Coppermine Rd, Woodsboro, MD. Doors open at 5:30, bidding begins at 7pm. Tickets $5 in advance or $8 at the door. Extra paddles available. Raffles & tip jars. Food will be available for purchase. Benefits Woodsboro Ladies Auxiliary. For tickets call Mary Murphy 301-401-2824 or Ruth Martin 301-845-8406.
POTOMAC ARMS COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION, INC 54th Annual Arms & Militaria Show, Sept 11, 9am-5pm & Sept 12, 9am-3pm at the Elks Lodge #64, 289 Willowdale Drive, Frederick, MD. Antique & Modern. Buy, sell, trade! Featuring the National Air Gun Collectors & The Appalachian Arms Collectors. Guns, Air Guns, Edged Weapons, Militaria & Educational Displays. Donation $6, Ladies & children (16 & under) free. Visit www.paca-club.com or for table information contact Bill 301-977-7486 or email fwrm@comcast.net. Air gun collectors contact Marvel Freund 301-351-6160.
VOLKSWALK The Piedmont Pacers Volkssport Club will be holding a Volkswalk on Oct, 2nd and 3rd at the Frederick County Fairgrounds. The Volkswalk is being held in conjunction with a Rotary Club sponsored Oktoberfest. The start times for the walk are from 9:00 AM to 12 noon, must be finished by 3:00 PM. There is no fee to participate in the walk which is through the streets of Frederick, passing many places of interest. Two trails are available 10K And 5K. Free admission to the Fest for volkswalkers. For further information contact Chuck at 410-795-7855, email cbm95@comcast.net.
PET ADOPTIONS by the Animal Welfare League of Frederick County. Every Saturday from 11 am - 4 pm at these Frederick locations: PetsMart (Rte. 355), Pet Valu (7th St.), and at our New Office and Adoption Center (1202 East. Patrick St., Ste. 13A). All animals are completely vetted with vaccinations, spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, and ready to go home with you. They may be viewed on our website: www.awlfc.org, our Facebook page, or on www.petfinder.org. Adoption Center also open weekdays. For office hours or more info please call 301-695-5855; e-mail: animalwelfareleagueoffrederick@gmail.com or visit our website. Save a life, adopt your next pet.
RAVENS NEST #3 Holds meetings the 1st Tuesday of the Month at Morgans American Grill in New Market at 7pm. The Ravens Nest holds raffles to raise money for scholarships for Frederick County. If you would like to join in serving Frederick County high school football programs, contact Eddie Griffith, President at 301-748-6341.
General Notes
10TH ANNUAL AMERICA'S 9/11 RIDE honoring the 9th Anniversary of September 11, 2001, Aug 20-21. The largest police escorted motorcycle ride to all 3 sites. Proceeds benefit the College Scholarship Program for "All", Active First Responders (EMS, Fire, Police). Visit www.Americas911foundation.org or call 877-771-0118.
THE MARYLAND STARS GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL PROGRAM has tryouts for their 2010/2011 teams scheduled for 8/15 and 8/22. Details about exact locations and times for each age group are available at their web site, www.marylandstars.org and questions may be directed to Glen Warholic 443-745-3177 or glen@thewarholics.com .
VOLKSWALK All are welcome, to participate in the Volkswalk, which is free. Start anytime between 8AM and Noon, finish by 3PM. There are two trails which you may choose, a 6km or 10km, through the city of Hagerstown. A Volksmarch is not a contest of speed, one walks at their own pace, so there is plenty of time to browse and enjoy the interesting sights of Hagerstown. Join the "Spirit of Walking" for Fun, Fitness and Fellowship. The event is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association, a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports and participants are eligible for credit towards IVV achievement awards. For further information on this event and Volkssports in general, call Jerry at 301-829-3685, e-mail: jgbaugher@aol.com
SENIORS MAY QUALIFY FOR A POWER WHEELCHAIR Medicare's regulations now make it easier for seniors and others with debilitating conditions to obtain a power wheelchair. Call Miracle Wheels 800-400-4210 to learn about qualifying for a power wheelchair with little or no cost.