Howard County Bulletin Board

September 2010

SUPPORT GROUPS

WomenHeart Support Group
3^rd Wed: 11:30am
The Wellness Center
Medical Pavilion Bldg.
10720 Charter Dr., Columbia
Info: 443-854-8333.


HCGH Diabetes Support Group
1^st Tue of Mar, Jun, Sep & Dec: 7-8:30pm
Starting September 7
First floor classroom of Bolduc Family Outpatient Center in the Patient Pavilion
Info: 443-718-3007.
 
Parkinson’s Disease
Caregiver/Care Partner
2^nd Tue: 10-noon
Arts & Crafts Room
Vantage House
5400 Vantage Point Rd., Columbia
Info: 410-992-1120.


Parkinson’s Disease & Movement Disorders
4^th Tue: 1:30-2:30pm
5^th floor meeting room
Vantage House
5400 Vantage Point Rd., Columbia
Info: 410-992-1120.


Parkinson Partners Support Group
1^st Wed: 7pm
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
3^rd Mon: 7pm
8180 Lark Brown Suite #101
Elkridge
Info: 443-755-0030.


HCGH Parkinson’s Group
2^nd Tue: noon-1pm
Bolduc Family Outpatient Center.
Info & registration: 410-884-4756.


HCGH Stroke Support Group
4^th Wed: 6:30-8pm
Second floor Ambulatory Care Center
Info: 410-740-7601.


Gilchrist Hospice of Howard County
Men’s Grief Support Group
September 11: 10am-noon
Widowed Persons/Life Partner Grief Support Group
Weds: Sep 15–Oct 20: 6:30-8pm
Sibling Loss
September 20: 6:30-8pm
Free
5537 Twin Knolls Rd., Suite 433, Columbia
Info & registration: 410-730-5072.


The Serenity Center
12-Step Recovery Groups
9650 Basket Ring Rd., Columbia
Info: 410-884-6088; www.serenitycenter.homestead.com


Caregiver Support Group
Wed: 6:30-7:30pm
Drop-in Knitting & Crocheting
1^st&3^rd Wed: 10:30am-noon
Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center
5900 Cedar Ln., Columbia
Info & registration: 410-740-5858.


Cardiac Rehab Support Group
2^nd Wed: 6:30pm
HCGH Cardiac Rehabilitation Center
Info: 410-740-7869.

Winter Growth Ruth Keeton House

Caregiver’s Support Group

4^th Tue: 10:30am-noon
Info: 410-964-9616.

Widow & Widowers Support Group

1^st Sun: 6pm, dinner
3^rd & 4^th Fri: 6pm, board games
Harmony Hall, Columbia
Info: 301-490-3157.

Grandparents as Parents Support Group

2^nd Wed: 6:30-8:30pm

Entertainment provided for children.

Bain Center

Info: 410-381-4800.


Alliance on Mental Illness
Parent Support Group
2^nd Mon: noon-1:30pm
First Presbyterian Church
9325 Presbyterian Circle, Columbia
Last Wed: 7:30-9pm except July
Faulkner Ridge Center
10598 Marble Fawn Court, Columbia
Support for Family & Friends
2^nd Tue: 7:30pm
Harmony Hall
6336 Cedar Ln, Columbia
4^th Mon: 7:30pm
Emmanuel UM Church, Rm 3
10755 Scaggsville Rd., Laurel


Polio Support Group
2^nd Sat: 10am
Lorien Nursing Center
6334 Cedar Ln., Columbia
Info: 410-381-2402.


Together We Can Make It
Peer support for newly separated or divorced
Fee: $25
Location & info: 410-302-0754.

ALZHEIMERS

 
Alzheimer’s Support Group
1^st Mon: 6:30pm
Morningside House
5330 Dorsey Hall Rd., Ellicott City
Info: 410-715-0930.


Alzheimer's Support Group
1^st Tue: 11am-12:30pm
Brightview of Catonsville
912 South Rolling Rd., Catonsville
Info: M. Smith; 410-788-5001.

Alzheimer's Support Group

2^nd Wed: 11am-12:30pm
Somerford Place
8220 Snowden River Pkwy.
Info: 410-313-9744; www.somerfordplace.com


Alzheimer’s Support Group
4^th Thu: 6:30pm
Brighton Gardens of Columbia
7110 Minstrel Way
Info: 410-884-0773.


Alzheimer'sSupport Group
2^nd Thu: 7pm
The Bain Center
5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia
Info: 410 313-6028.


SUPPORT SERVICES


Christ Church Link
Info & referral service linking callers to service groups
Info: 410-309-9695.


Home Improvement Ministry
Grace Community Church
Offers home repairs for disabled & those with limited income
Info: 240-553-1090.


Tzedakah Fund
Offers assistance for Jewish residents
Info: 410-730-4976 x120.


Senior Housing/Health Care
Brochure listing housing facilities
Order: 410-381-1176.


HEALTH


Awaken Movement Yoga Class
Wed: 9:30-10:30am
7130 Minstrel Way, Suite 160, Columbia Cost: $12.00 per class.
All supplies provided
Info: 410-312-9922; www.awakenwellnesscolumbia.com


HCGH Health Education
Treatment for Spine Pain
September 23: 7-9pm
Free
Preparing for Total Joint Surgery
September 29: 7-9pm
Free
Medical Pavilion
10710 Charter Dr., Suite 100, Columbia
Info & registration: 410-740-7601; www.hcgh.org


HC Library Opens New Health Information Center
Central Library second floor
10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia
Reference Desk: 410-313-7850; www.hclibrary.org/about click on Collection


Mall Milers
Walk for health program.
Every day at Columbia Mall
Tue: Free blood pressure
Info: 410-730-3300.


Arthritis Exercise Class
Mon: 10:15am
Fri: 10:30am
CA Athletic Club
Members free; $3, non-members
Arthritis swim classes also available
Info & registration: 410-730-6744.


CLUBS, MEETINGS, CLASSES & DISCUSSIONS


United Seniors of Maryland
September 20: 10am
Chesapeake Room
Building 2664, Riva Rd.
Heritage Office Park, Annapolis
Info: 301-854-2971;
tedmeyerson@verizon.net


Columbia Bridge Club
Mon: 7:15pm, game time; finish, approx 10:30
Cost: $6 each time you play; no obligation or club fees
Church of St Matthew
7271 Eden Brook Drive, Columbia
Info & directions: 410-381-9445; http://scheinerman.net/bridge/


50+ Phoenix Cultural Singles Group
Sun: 11:45am
Welcome new members & guests.
Oakland Mills Interfaith Center, Columbia
Info: 410-997-0739.


Cross Country Garden Club
2^nd Fri: 10am
Prospective members welcome.
Info: 410-465-4722.


Laugh Club
Thu: 1:30pm
Heartlands Retirement Community
3004 N. Ridge Rd., Ellicott City
Info: 410-461-5822.


HC Jewish Federation
jGroup
2^nd & 4^th Tue: 10:30am
Florence Bain Center
5470 Ruth Keeton Way. Columbia
Info: 410-730-4976 x 103.


Howard County Republican Club
1^st Fri: 5:30-7:30pm
Additional Info: www.howardcountygopclub.com


Committee for Palestinian Rights (CPR)
Last Mon: 7pm
Location & info: 410-730-2777.


HC Newcomers Club
Monthly Coffee
September 2: 10am
Dobbin Rd. Panera Bread
Monthly Meeting
September 16: 11:30am
Meeting location & Info: 410-379-2898.


Crime and Personal Safety
International Folk Dancing
Wed: 8-10:30pm
Lessons first hour
Cost: $5
Kahler Hall at Joseph Square
Village of Harper’s Choice
Info: 410-997-1613; 410-740-2309; www.ColumbiaFolkDancers.org


Piedmont Pacers
Walking & Volkssport Club
2^nd Mon: 7:30pm
The Church of The Ascension
23 N. Court St., Westminster
Use parking lot off N. Ralph St. opposite Westminster Cemetery
Enter at double red doors
Info: 410-795-7855; cbm95@comcast.net


Freestate Happy Wanderers
Meetings: 2^nd Wed: 7:30pm
9050 Baltimore St., Savage
Info: 410-437-2164;
http://www.ava.org/clubs/freestate


Laurel Friendship Club
2^nd Wed: 10:30am
Phelps Senior Citizens Center
701 Montgomery St.
Info: 301-725-0661.


Genealogical Society
2^nd Wed: 7:30pm
Informal workshop: 7pm
Ellicott City Senior Center
9401 Frederick Rd.
Free & open to the public.
Info: 410-730-7917.


Catonsville Toastmasters
2^nd & 4^th Wed: 7:30-9:30pm
St. Johns Church, Rolling Rd.
Info: 410-969-7616.


CMUG Meeting
3^rd Wed: 7:30pm
Central Maryland Users Group
PC Computer Club
Florence Bain Senior Center
Info: 301-774-0331.


NARFE
3^rd Wed: 10am
East Columbia Senior Center
6600 Cradlerock Way
Info: 410-381-7140.

Howard County Bird Club

2^nd Thu: 8pm

HC Recreation & Parks

7120 Oakland Mills Rd.
Info: 410-418-8731; http://www.howardbirds.org


AT THE LIBRARY


How to Land a Federal Job
September 20: 7-9 pm
Karol Taylor, co-author of Guide to America's Federal Jobs
HC Central Library
10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia
Info: 410-313-7860.


Dudes on Books
Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy
September 14: 7-8 pm
Miller Branch
9421 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City
Info: 410-313-1950.


Contemporary Fiction
Love and Summer by William Trevor.
September 13: 7-8:30 pm
Glenwood Branch
2350 Rte. 97, Cooksville
Info: 410-313-5577


Family Movie Night
How to Eat Fried Worms (PG)
September 2: 6:30pm
Free popcorn & drinks
Eldridge Branch
6540 Washington Blvd.
Info: 410-313-5077.


America’s War: A View from the Ground September 19: 1-3pm
Seth G. Jones, Ph.D., senior political scientist at the RAND Corporation & adjunct professor at Georgetown University
East Columbia Branch
6600 Cradlerock Way, Columbia
Info: 410-313-7700.


EXHIBITIONS
Columbia Art Center Galleries
Anything But a Still Life - Rhona Schonwald
A Sense of Place - Chaya Schapiro September 9 – October 10
September 26, 3-5pm, Reception
6100 Foreland Garth, Columbia
Info: 410-730-0075; www.columbiaartcenter.org


CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES


The Lyric Opera House
2009-2010 Opera Season
Packages & tickets available
110 West Mount Royal Ave, Suite 101
Baltimore
Info: 410-900-1150; www.lyricoperahouse.com


Centerstage 2010 Season
2010 Season Begins in September
Currently taking online ticket reservations for The Wiz. Family packages available.
700 N. Calvert St., Baltimore
Info: 410-332-0033; www.centerstage.org/thewiz


Sundays at Three
Violinist Ronald Mutchnik & Pianist Daniel Wyneken
September 2: 3pm
Tickets: $15, adult; under age 18 free when accompanied by an adult
Christ Episcopal Church
6800 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia
Info & tickets: 410-992-0145; www.SundaysAtThree.org
 
THEATRE


HCC Rep Stage
Travels with My Aunt
Through September 12
2010-11 season subscriptions available Horowitz Center’s Studio Theatre
10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia
Tickets & info: 410-772-4900; www.repstage.org
 
Olney Theatre
Dinner with Friends
Through September 26
Misalliance
September 29 – October 24
2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd.
Info: 301-924-3400; www.olneytheatre.org


Marvelous Movies & More
Dr. Strangelove
October 1: 7:30pm
Slayton House
Wilde Lake Village Green, Columbia
Info: 410-730-3987;
wlprog.event.@columbiavillages.org


Centerstage
2010 Season Begins in September
Currently taking online ticket reservations for The Wiz. Family packages available
700 N. Calvert St., Baltimore
Info: 410-332-0033; www.centerstage.org/thewiz


Audrey Herman Spotlighters Theatre
Cabaret
September 10 – October 10
817 St. Paul St., Baltimore
Tickets & info: 410-752-1225; www.spotlighters.org/


Toby’s Dinner Theatre
Nunsense
Through September 19
Rent
September 23 – November 14
5900 Symphony Woods Rd., Columbia
Info: 410-730-8311; http://www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story
Through September 12
5625 O'Donnell Street, Baltimore
Info: 410-649-1660; http://www.tobysdinnertheatre.com


CONSTITUENT SERVICES


Sarbanes Constituent Service Outreach
1^st Wed: 10:30-11:30am
East Columbia Library
6600 Cradlerock Way
1^st Wed: 12-1pm
Elkridge Library
6540 Washington Blvd.
Info: 202-225- 4016; www.sarbanes.house.gov


EVENTS


Committee for Palestinian Rights
Speaker: Josh Ruebner, National Advocacy Director U.S. Campaign to End the Israeli Occupation
September 15: 7:30pm
Free; open to public
HC Central Library
10375 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia
Info: 410-313-7860.


Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church Annual Book Sale
September 10: 3-7pm
September 11: 9am-3pm
No strollers
14551 Burntwoods Rd. Glenwood
Info: 410-489-0063; 410-442-2475.


Fall History Lecture Series
3rd Wed: 7:30pm
September 15: Indentured Servitude in Colonial Maryland, by Jean Russo
Free; 12 & up
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Info: 301- 377-7817; www.pgparks.com
 
Laurel Historical Society Book Club
Outcasts United by Warren St. John
September 15: 7pm
Free; 12 & up
Mango's Grill
600 Washington Blvd., Laurel
Info: 301-725-7975; http://www.laurelhistory.org


HC Jewish Federation Speaker Series
Charles Krauthammer on Middle East Powder Keg
September 26: 7pm
Admission: $150, VIP reserved; $75, general; $40, young leadership 40 & under
RSVP by Sep 20^th
Jim Rouse Theatre
Wilde Lake High School
5460 Trumpeter Rd., Columbia
Info: 410-730-4976; www.JewishHowardCounty.org


Athelas Institute
17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
September 20: 9amShot Gun Start
Fees: Individuals, $100; Foursome, $380
Sponsorships available
Willow Springs Golf Course
West Friendship
Info: 410-964-1241 Ext. 128; plowens@athelasinst.org; www.athelasinst


Laurel Friendship Club Dance
1^st Fri: 7:30-10pm
Donation: $2.99
Free snacks & setups; sodas, $.50
All Age Adults – Singles, Couples and Groups Welcome!
Phelps Senior Center
701 Montgomery St. & 8th St.
Info: 301-937-2896.


Ellicott City Literary Pub Crawl
1^st Thu: 7pm
Cost: $10; drinks not included; payment night of tour by cash or check
The Diamondback Tavern
Old Columbia Pike
Ellicott City Historic District
Reservations required: 410-247-9252; ecrfpres@aol.com


Y of Central Maryland Dancel Center
Senior Activities
Pool
Wed & Fri: 9-11:30am
Knitting/Crocheting & Small Crafts
Wed: 11am-1pm
Wii
Thu: noon–1pm
Drop-In Ping Pong
Sat: 9am-12pm
4331 Montgomery Rd., Ellicott City
Info: 410-465-4334 ext 237.


Blue Star Museums Program for Active Military and Their Families
Through September 6
Free admission; Teas & Needleart exhibit excluded
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Info: 301-446-3302; www.pgparks.com

Senior Line Dance Classes
Thu: 6-7pm
Cost: $3
Ridgely's Run Community Center
8400 Mission Rd. Jessup
Info: 443-416-5046.


COMING ATTRACTIONS


Maryland Home & Garden Show
October 15-17: Fri & Sun, 10am-6pm;
Sat, 10am-9pm
Tickets: $9, adults; $7, seniors; $3, kids ages 6-12; free, under 6 years, active military, police & fire with ID
Maryland State Fairgrounds
2200 York Rd., Timonium,
Info: 410-863-1180;
www.mdhomeandgarden.com


HC AAUW Girl’s Night Out Party
October 1: 5 – 8 PM
Happy hour, makeovers & fashion show
Tickets: $5
Lord & Taylor Mall in Columbia
Tickets & info: 410-740-4276; aauwhocomembers@gmail.com


HC AAUW Macy’s Shop for a Cause
October 16
Coupons & chance to win gift card
Macy’s Mall in Columbia
Tickets: $5
Tickets & info: 410-740-4276; aauwhocomembers@gmail.com


Success in Style Pink Bag Lunch
October 14: 11am
Fashion show, shopping & networking
Tickets: $40
Maple Lawn Community Center
Tickets & info: 410 750 6475 or successinstyle@verizon.net


GRANDPARENTS


Patuxent National Wildlife Center
Visitor Center
Powder Mill Rd. between B. W. Pkwy. & Rte. 197
Nature Tots: Water, Water, Everywhere!
September 14: 10:30–11:30am & 1-2pm, Ages 3-4
Introduce preschooler to the wonders of water with songs, crafts & stories
Nature Tots: Silly Goose
September 29: 10:30am & 1pm, Ages 3-4
Who’s that Honking?
Info & registration: 301-497-5887; www.patuxent.fws.gov


RECREATION


Patuxent Research Refuge
North Tract
Rt. 198 between the Baltimore-Washington
Pkwy. & Rte. 32
National Hunting & Fishing Day
September 12: 1-4pm
Demonstrations, walks & more
Night Hike
September 11:7:30-9:00pm, All Ages
Who-who! Who hears that sound?
Guided nocturnal walk
Visitor Center
Powder Mill Rd. between B. W. Pkwy. & Rte. 197
Honey Harvest Festival
September 18: 10am–4pm
Crafts, tastings & candle making
Bird Walks Ages 14+
September 11 & 18: 7:30-9:30am
Field guides & binoculars recommended
Info & registration: 301-497-5887.


Mountain Club of Maryland
Patapsco Valley State Park
September 8
6-mile hike in Baltimore/Howard Counties
Info: 410-750-8512 before
8pm.


Freestate Happy Wanderers
9/11 Memorial Walk
September 11: Start, 9am-1pm; finish by 4pm
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Meetings: 2^nd Wed: 7:30pm
9050 Baltimore St., Savage
Info: 410-437-2164 before 9pm;
http://www.ava.org/clubs/freestate


CHURCH, SYNAGOGUE & MOSQUE CORNER


Bon Secours Spiritual Center
Keep the Spirit Up - A Day for Job Seekers and Career Changers
September 10: 9am-3:15pm
Free (donations appreciated)
Care for the Care Giver
September 11: 9-11am
Donation: $15 (or what you can afford)
1525 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsville
Registration: 410-442-1320; www.BonSecoursSpiritualCenter.org


Clare Prayer Shawl Ministry
3^rd Tue: Noon Mass
1^st Fri: 7:30pm Healing Mass

Shrine of St. Anthony

12290 Folly Quarter Rd., Ellicott City

Info: 410-531-2800 ext 0.


Journeys Community Non-Traditional Spiritual Group
1^st & 3^rd Sun: 10am
Homewood Suites - Hilton
88320 Benson Drive, Columbia
Info: 410-564-6624; www.journeyscommunity.org


Lifestyle Change Ministries Weekly
Classes
Mon: 9:45-12:15pm
Howard County near Waverly
Registration fee: $10
Info: 410-833-7440; NRSsolutions@yahoo.com
 
SERVICES & OPPORTUNITIES


HC Conservancy Seeks Naturalists for Fall Field Trip Program
Training takes place on September 2, 16, 23 & 30 from 9:30am-12:30pm. Participants receive a manual & learn ecological concepts & about HC plant & wildlife. Cost for materials: $10.
Info & registration: 410-465-8877.


Gilchrest Hospice Care
Volunteers needed for compassionate care for patients approaching the end of life.
Info: 443-849-8248.


Neighbor Ride
Are you a Howard County resident, over age 60 who no longer drives? Our qualified volunteer drivers take seniors to various destinations for a modest fee. Call 410-884-7433 for a free registration packet.
 
Neighbor Ride Volunteer Training
Neighbor Ride is a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to decreasing isolation and improving the quality of life for Howard County’s older residents by providing transportation for residents 60 & over. Information: 410-884-7433; volunteer@neighborride.org
 

Anne Arundel County Bulletin Board

September 2010

HEALTH

Free Blood Pressure Screening

September 8 & 22: 8:30am-noon
Harundale Presbyterian Church
Eastway & Guilford Rd., Glen Burnie Reservations not requested.

Preventing Diabetes Class

September 1 & October 6: 5-6pm
September 27: 2-3pm
October 8: 9-10am
BWMC Joslin Diabetes Center
300 Hospital Dr., Suite 119
Glen Burnie
Cost: $25 (cash or check)
Reservations requested.
Info & registration: 410-787-4940.


Wound Healing Center Open House
September 25: 10am-1pm
Free foot & glucose screenings, educational displays & tours
BWMC
301 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie
Info: 410-787-4367.


AARP Driver Safety Program
September 20: 9am-2:30pm
Fee: $12, AARP membership; $14, non-members, payable first day of class
BWMC Padussis Conference Center, 3^rd floor
Pre-registration required.
Info: 410-787-4367.
Joint School
3^rd Wed: 4pm
Free session on preparation, recovery & benefits of hip & knee replacement surgery.
BWMC
301 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie
Reservations requested: 410-553-8282.


SUPPORT GROUPS


Overeaters Anonymous
Mon: 5:15pm
Fri: 6pm
Our Shepherd Lutheran Church
400 Benfield Rd., Severna Park
Info: 410-647-6828


Diabetes Support Group
2^nd Tue: 11:45am - 12:45pm
Baum Conference Center
Harbor Hospital
Bring your lunch and a friend!
Info: 410-350-2555


Al-Anon/Alateen
For families and friends of alcoholics
Meeting times & locations: 410-766-1984;
www.md-al-anon.org; email alanon@md-al-anon.org


Hospice of the Chesapeake
SoulCollage®
1^st Mon: 5-7:30pm
Church of the Redeemer
7300 Race Track Rd.,Bowie
Pre-registration & info: 301-499-4500; rrook@hospicechesapeake.org. 


Surviving Breast Cancer
1^st & 3^rd Tue: 6:30-7:30pm
BWMC Tate Center Conference Room
301 Hospital Dr.
Info: 410-553-8129.


Arm & Arm Breast Cancer Support Group
3^rd Tue: 7pm
Harbor Hospital Cancer Center
3001 S. Hanover St., Baltimore
Info: 410-987-4316.


  Parkinson’s Support Group
  4^th Tue: noon-2pm
Elks Lodge
160 Truckhouse Rd., Severna Park
Info: 410-360-9480.
 

  Stroke Support Groups
  2^nd Tue: 6-8pm
BWMC Padussis Conference Center
Info: 410-787-4118.
  3^rd Sat: 1pm
AAMC Health Sciences Pavilion
Info: 410-263-6982.
 

Caregivers Support Groups
1^st Tue: 7pm
Seton Parish Church
1800 Seton Dr., Crofton
Info: 410-266-9666.
3^rd Tue: 1-2:30pm
2666 Riva Rd. Suite 400
Info: 410-222-4464.


Cardiac Discussion Group
1^st & 3^rd Wed: 7:30pm
AAMC Health Sciences Pavilion
Info: 443-481-1925.

Prostate Cancer Support Group

2^nd Mon: 6:30-7:30pm
BWMC Tate Center
Info: 410-787-4367.

Joslin Circle Diabetes Support Group

3^rd Wed: 5:30–7pm
BWMC Joslin Diabetes Center
Info: 410-787-4940.


Bay Bridge Breathers
2^nd Mon: Noon
Emphysema, chronic bronchitis & pulmonary fibrosis
Harbor Hospital LifeResource Center
Info: 410-350-3163.


Alzheimer’s Support Groups
Genesis Eldercare
2^nd Mon: 7pm
24 Truckhouse Rd., Severna Park
Info: 410-544-4220.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
1^st Thu: 7pm
308 Oak Manor Dr., Glen Burnie
Info: 410-969-9299.

Morningside House

3^rd Thu: 7-8:30pm

7548 Old Telegraph Rd., Hanover
Info: 410-424-3535.
Somerford Place –Annapolis
2^nd Mon: 2-3pm
2717 Riva Rd.
Info: 410-224-7300.


EXHIBITIONS


Between Fences & Barriers and Companion Exhibit Gateways: The Immigrant Experience
September 19: 3-5pm, grand opening
September 20 – November 7: 11am-4pm
Free; all ages
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Info: 301-377-7817; www.pgparks.com


Paint Annapolis Exhibition
September 26- October 24
September 26: 3-5:30pm
Public reception
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
801 Chase St,, Annapolis
Info: 410-263-5544, ext. 22.


Chesapeake Arts Center Gallery
The Hal Gomer Show
September 16 – November 12
Opening Reception: 5-7pm
Chesapeake Arts Center
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park
Info: 410-636-6597;
www.chesapeakearts.org
 
CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES


South County Showstoppers
September 1: 1pm
Arnold Senior Center
44 Church Road, Arnold
Info: 410-222-1922.


Harbor City Music Company Show Chorus
September 25: 3:30pm
Chesapeake Arts Center
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park
Info: www.harborcitymusiccompany.org


Hear the Heat: Big Band Caliente
September 18: 8pm
Free
Pascal Center for Performing Arts,
AACC Arnold campus
101 College Pkwy.
Info: 410-777-2457; www.aacc.edu/performingarts


Big Blow and the Bushwackers
Family Concert
September 18: 4pm
Tickets: $10, adults; $5, children
Evening Concert
September 18: 8pm
Tickets: $15, general; $12, members
Chesapeake Arts Center
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park
Info: 410-636-6597; www.chesapeakearts.org


Annapolis Symphony Orchestra
Pops in the Park Concert
September 5: 5:30pm
Rain date: September 6
Free admission to Quiet Waters Park after 3pm
Bring a picnic; alcohol prohibited
Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park Rd., Annapolis
Info: 410-263-0907; www.annapolissymphony.org


Centerstage
2010 Season Begins in September
Currently taking online ticket reservations for The Wiz. Family packages available
700 N. Calvert St., Baltimore
Info: 410-332-0033; www.centerstage.org/thewiz


Quiet Waters Park
Annapolis Symphony
September 5: 5:30pm
Free if enter after 5pm
600 Quiet Waters Park Rd., Annapolis
Info: 410-222-1777; www.aacounty.org/recparks


Maryland Hall Jazz Concert Series
September 15: 6pm
Free
801 Chase St. Annapolis
Info: 410-280-5640; www.marylandhall.org


CLUBS, SOCIETIES &

MEETINGS

Annapolis Rotary Club
Thu: noon
Annapolis Yacht Club
Compromise St.
Info: 410-267-6729; www.annapolisrotary.com


United Seniors of Maryland
September 20: 10am
Chesapeake Room
Building 2664, Riva Rd.
Heritage Office Park, Annapolis
Info: 301-854-2971;
tedmeyerson@verizon.net


Odenton Genial Genealogists
Mon: 1pm
O’Malley Senior Center Annex
1270 Odenton Rd.
Info: 301-725-0125.


Kiwanis Club of Baltimore City
Thu: 12:15-1:30pm; lunch & speaker
300 S. High St., Little Italy
Cost: $15. Interested seniors invited.
Info: 410-302-5005.


Chesapeake PC Users Group
September 8: 7pm
Program: Getting to Know Microsoft Office 2010
Severn River Middle School
Large Meeting Room
241 Peninsula Farm Rd., Arnold
Info: 410-544-8706;
www.chesapeakepcusersgroup.org


Rotary Club of Lake Shore
Wed: 6pm
Mount Carmel Church Hall
Mountain Rd., Pasadena
Info: 410-255-7777.


Laurel Friendship Club
2^nd Wed: 10:30am
Phelps Senior Citizens Center
701 Montgomery St.
Info: 301-725-0661.

Senior Provider Group

2^nd Tue: 8:30am, networking;
9:15am, meeting
Woods Memorial Presbyterian
611 B&A Blvd., Severna Park
Info: 410-421-5494.


Ferndale Roadrunners
2^nd & 4^th Thu: 11am
Ferndale Senior Center
7205 B&A Blvd.
Info: 410-761-0484.


AARP

Patapsco Valley Chapter 3850

Annual Picnic
September 1: 10am-2pm
Downs Park Brightwater Pavilion
September 22: 11:30am, social hour & refreshments; 12:45pm, meeting
St. Christophers Church Hall
118 Marydell Rd., Linthicum
Lunch Bunch
September 15: 12:30pm
Chili’s
W. Nursery Rd.
Info: 410-859-0751.


Linthicum Chapter 2244
September 3: 11am, board; noon, social; 1pm, meeting
Program: Fun & Games
St. John’s Lutheran Church
Maple Rd. & Hammonds Ferry Rd.
Info: 410-850-4630.

Glen Burnie Chapter 606

September 13: board, 10:30am; social, noon; general meeting, 12:30pm
Entertainment: Friendship Bell Ringers School supplies for needy, non-perishables for NCEON & sack lunch; desserts & beverages provided.
Glen Burnie Improvement Assoc. Hall
Info: 410-760-6253.

NARFE

Glen Burnie Chapter 1519
September 14: 1pm
Speaker: Erin O'Neill, AAMC’s Lifeline Coordinator
All federal retirees & spouses welcome
Holy Trinity Church Hall
7438 B&A Blvd., Glen Burnie
Info: 410-760-3750.

Lion’s Club

2^nd & 4^th Thu: 7pm
New members welcome
Info & meeting place: 410-766-0859.

Holy Trinity 62+ Senior Club

Wed: 1–2pm
Church Hall
7434 B&A Blvd.
Info: 410-766-5070.

Millersville 55+ Club

Mon: 1pm
Our Lady of the Field Church
1070 Cecil Ave.
Info: 410-695-0602.


Young at Heart Group
2nd Mon: 11:30am
Bring lunch.
Dessert & drinks provided.
Glen Burnie UMC
5 2nd Ave., S.E.
Info: 410-761-4381.


AROUND TOWN


Senior Safety Meeting
Topic: Powers of Attorney
September 28: 10am
Free
Annapolis Senior Activity Center
Wiley H. Bates Heritage Park
119 South Villa Ave., Annapolis
Info: 410-268-2313.


Fall History Lecture Series
3^rd Wed: 7:30pm
September 15: Indentured Servitude in Colonial Maryland, by Jean Russo
Free; 12 & up
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Info: 301- 377-7817; www.pgparks.com
 
Laurel Historical Society Book Club
Outcasts United by Warren St. John
September 15: 7pm
Free; 12 & up
Mango's Grill
600 Washington Blvd., Laurel
Info: 301-725-7975; http://www.laurelhistory.org


Laurel Friendship Club Dance
1^st Fri: 7:30-10pm
Donation: $2.99
Free snacks & setups; sodas, $.50
All Age Adults; Singles, couples & groups welcome!
Phelps Senior Center
701 Montgomery St. & 8th St.
Information: 301-937-2896.


Blue Star Museums Program for Active Military and Their Families
Through September 6
Free admission; Teas & Needleart exhibit excluded
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Info: 301-446-3302; www.pgparks.com


Gottaswing Annapolis Dance with Live Swing Band
September 25: 7:30-8pm, drop-in beginner lesson; 8-11pm, dance to live music
Admission: $15
No partner needed.
Holy Grounds Youth Center
Severna Park Community Center
Info: 443-837-5438; www.gottaswing.com


Arts Alive 12!
Gala and Fundraiser
September 10: 6-11pm
Tickets: $150
Auctions, entertainment & tasting stations 801 Chase St., Annapolis
Tickets & Info: 410-280-5640; www.marylandhall.org


Annapolis First Sunday Arts Festival
September 5 & October 3: noon-5pm
Live music, dance, art & crafts
Free
West St. & Calvert St. above State Circle Swing dancing at Whitmore Park
Vendor information: 410-741-3267;
Info: http://firstsundayarts.com


Knights of Columbus Indoor Flea Market
2^nd Sat: 7-11am
Columbian Center
335 N. Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park
Limited free tables for church/school groups
Info: 443-416-7748.


Knights of Columbus Holy Trinity
Council #3413 - Smokeless Bingo
Tues: 5:30pm, doors open; 6:30-7:15pm & 9pm, food; 7:15pm, bingo starts
Cost: Bonus package, $20, 22 cards
335N Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park
Info: 410-647-3413.


Benson-Hammond House Historic Site
Sat: 11am-3pm
Sun: Noon-3pm
Admission: $3; Parking on site
7101 Aviation Blvd at Andover Rd., Linthicum
Info: 410-267-6611; www.achs.org


Annapolis Methodist Community
Picnic Celebrates 225^th Anniversary
September 25: noon-6pm
Calvary United Methodist Church
301 Rowe Blvd., Annapolis
Info: 410-266-5632.


Arundel High School Class of 1960
Reunion Week-End
September 9-11
Info & registration: 410-471-2805;
www.rhstansbury@msn.com; www.arundel1960hsreunion.com


Anne Arundel County Fair
September 15-19
A.A. County Fairgrounds
1450 Generals Hwy., Crownsville
Info: 410 923-3400; www.aacountyfair.org


Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention
September 23-25: 9am-5pm
Hollywood celebrities of the past sign autographs.
Hunt Valley Marriott Shawan Rd.
Info: 443-286-6821;
www.MidAtlanticNostalgiaConvention.com


COMING ATTRACTIONS


Maryland Home & Garden Show
October 15-17: Fri & Sun, 10am-6pm;
Sat, 10am-9pm
Tickets: $9, adults; $7, seniors; $3, kids ages 6-12; free, under 6 years, active military, police & fire with ID
Maryland State Fairgrounds
2200 York Rd., Timonium,
Info: 410-863-1180;
www.mdhomeandgarden.com
 
Severn Town Club
47th Annual Holly Ball
December 3
Food bank & charity fundraiser
Sheraton Hotel
173 Jennifer Rd., Annapolis
Info & tickets: 410-263-1750; www.severntownclubhollyball.com


GRANDPARENTS


Patuxent National Wildlife Center
Visitor Center
Powder Mill Rd. between B. W. Pkwy. & Rte. 197
Nature Tots: Water, Water, Everywhere!
September 14: 10:30–11:30am & 1-2pm, Ages 3-4
Introduce preschooler to the wonders of water with songs, crafts & stories
Nature Tots: Silly Goose
September 29: 10:30am & 1pm, Ages 3-4
Who’s that Honking?
Info & registration: 301-497-5887; www.patuxent.fws.gov


RECREATION


Patuxent Research Refuge
North Tract
Rt. 198 between the Baltimore-Washington
Pkwy. & Rte. 32
National Hunting & Fishing Day
September 12: 1-4pm
Demonstrations, walks & more
Night Hike
September 11:7:30-9:00pm, All Ages
Who-who! Who hears that sound?
Guided nocturnal walk
Visitor Center
Powder Mill Rd. between B. W. Pkwy. & Rte. 197
Honey Harvest Festival
September 18: 10am–4pm
Crafts, honey tastings & candle making
Bird Walks Ages 14+
September 11 & 18: 7:30-9:30am
Field guides & binoculars recommended
Info & registration: 301-497-5887.


Mountain Club of Maryland
Patapsco Valley State Park
September 8
6-mile hike in Baltimore/Howard Counties
Info: 410-750-8512 before
8pm.


DISCUSSIONS, CLASSES & LECTURES


Astronomy Club Open House & Stargazing Party
September 11: 7-11pm
Presentation: Living and Working in Space by Don Thomas, Ph.D., astronaut
Free
Dragun Science Building Room 110
Astronomy Lab rear of lots A and B beside Resource Management Building
AACC Arnold campus
Info: 410-777-2260; www.aacc.edu/science


WALKING PROGRAMS


Freestate Happy Wanderers
9/11 Memorial Walk
September 11: Start, 9am-1pm; finish by 4pm
Montpelier Mansion
9650 Muirkirk Rd., Laurel
Meetings: 2^nd Wed: 7:30pm
9050 Baltimore St., Savage
Info: 410-437-2164 before 9pm;
http://www.ava.org/clubs/freestate


Severna Park Trailwalkers
Daily: 8am
B & A Trail
Holy Grounds Youth Center
Info: 410-787-4367.

Harbor Hikers

Daily: 8-10am

Free blood pressure screening

1^st&3^rd Thu 8–9:30am

Centre at Glen Burnie

Info: 410-350-8255.

Marley Milers

Daily: 8–10am
Free blood pressure screening
2^nd&4^th Tue
Marley Station Mall
Info: 410-350-8255.

Pascal Pacers

Daily: 8:30am

Saw Mill Creek Park
Glen Burnie
Info: 410-787-4367.

Mills Milers

Daily: 7am

Arundel Mills Mall
Info: 410-787-4366.

Westfield Walkers

Daily: 7am, Sun, 8am

Power Walking

3^rd Thu: 7–10am
Free blood pressure screening
Annapolis Mall
Info: 410-266-5432.

O’Malley Marchers

Mon, Wed & Fri: 9am

Wheels Skating Rink
1200 Odenton Rd.
Info: 410-787-4367.


OPPORTUNITIES


50+ Professionals
Social Group meets regularly for everything from sports to cards to cultural events.
Info: 443-813-4071;
www.50plusprofessionals.org


H.O.P.E. for All Donations
Non-profit needs pens, pencils, colored pencils, erasers, pronged duo tang folders, single subject notebooks, marble composition notebooks, glue sticks, scissors, wide rule loose leaf paper, colored markers, rulers & gently used book bags for children starting the school year. Call 410-859-1297; www.hopeforall.us


Encore Chorale Seeking Singers Age 55+ for AACC Fall Season
The Encore Chorale will meet Mons at 2pm beginning September 13. Info: 301-261-5747; http://encorecreativity.org
To register, contact AACC at 410-777-2325 or visit www.aacc.edu/lifestages


Partners In Care (PIC)
Wanted: Drivers, handymen, ride dispatchers, Life Line installers & boutique workers. Orientation dates: September 21: 2pm, September 23: 5pm, October 19: 2pm, October 21: 5pm, November 16: 2pm and November 18: 5pm. Reservations are necessary. Call 410-544-4800.
PIC Upscale Resale Boutique at 6 S. Ritchie Hwy. is looking for donations: furniture, men's, women's & children's clothing, toys, books household items, jewelry - any gently-used items. Shoppers welcome. Open Mon, Tue, Wed, & Sat: 10am to 4pm & Thu & Fri until 7pm
Info: 410-544-0568.