La Plata High Class of 1988 Reunion

The La Plata High School Class of 1988 will hold its 20-year Reunion on September 20 at the Solomons Holiday Inn. Tickets: laplata1988@yahoo.com; http://laplata1988.myevent.com/.

LPHS Reunion Committee  410-715-9946

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Dance Conservatory Open House

The Dance Conservatory of Maryland, 701 Whitaker Mill Rd., Joppa, will hold an Open House for new and prospective students, on Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Attendees can meet with staff, tour the campus and studios and more. Information: 410-877-3281; www.danceconservatoryofmd.com.

Dance Conservancy of Maryland  410-877-3281

701 Whitaker Mill Ave

McDonough High Class of 1988 Reunion

The McDonough High School Class of 1888 will hold its 20-year Reunion on October 25 at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Center. Information: http://mcdonough1988.myevent.com/; mcdonoughhs1988@yahoo.com.

McDonough High School Reunion Committee  410-715-9946

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Career Path Workshops

The Women's Employment Program at Open Doors Career Center, 219 W. Bel Air Ave., Aberdeen, will offer the following workshops from 10 a.m. to noon, for unemployed women age 35 and older: Self Esteem on Aug. 26; Skills Assessment on Aug. 27; and Job Hunting and Six Areas of Readiness on Aug. 28. Free. Registration is required: 410-297-6590.

Open Doors Career Center  410-297-6590

219 W. Bel Air Ave., Aberdeen

Teen House Party

New Life Fellowship Church, 7605 Harmans Rd., Hanover, will hold a "Back-to-School House Party," for ages 13 to 20, on Aug. 22 from 9 p.m. to midnight. Information: 410-850-5767.

New Life Fellowship Church  410-850-5767

7605 Harmans Road, Hanover

Travelin' Bands Concert

The Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks will offer a live blues, rock and soul concert by The Nighthawks on Aug. 22 at 7 p.m. at Rockburn Branch Park West, 6145 Montgomery Rd., Elkridge. Attendees can bring blankets, chairs, picnics, and non-alcoholic beverages. Free. Information: 410-313-7275.

Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks  410-313-7275

Rockburn Branch Park West, 6145 Montgomery Rd., Elkridge

Exercise Helps Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation offers community-based land and water exercise programs designed for people with arthritis. Information: 800-365-3811, ext. 239.

Arthritis Foundation  800-365-3811

9505 Reisterstown Rd.

NW Soccer League Registration

The Pikesville Recreation Council is accepting registration for its fall NW Soccer League program, for boys and girls ages 5 to 14. To register: 410-887-1238; www.pikesville.org. Information: 410-637-7369.

Pikesville Recreation Council  410-887-1238

Pikesville

Arundel High Class of 1983 Reunion

The Arundel High School Class of 1983 will hold it's 25-year reunion on October 10 at the Crofton Country Club. Information: www.arundelclassof83.com.

Arundel High School Reunion Committee  None

7 p.m. to noon

AARP Alaska Trip

AARP Towson 1330 will hold an Alaska Cruise and Land Tour from May 14 to 26, 2009. Fee includes airfare and insurance. Information: 410-668-6561.

AARP Towson 1330  410-668-6561

Towson

Free Movie Nights

First Lutheran Church, 6300 So. Md. Blvd., Huntingtown, offers a Free Movie Night on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 7 p.m. Snacks and child care is provided. Information: 410-257-3039.

First Lutheran Church  410-257-3090

Huntingtown

7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Public Comment Sought

The Center for Maternal and Child Health at the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks Public Comment on the Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant Application (Title V), which provides essential services to women and children. To comment: 410-767-6748; http://www.fha.state.md.us/mch.

Maryland Dept of Health and Mental Hygiene  410-767-6748

201 West Preston St, Baltimore

Edith Rosen Strauss Trips

The Edith Rosen Strauss Organization will hold trip fund-raisers to see a Kennedy Center matinee of "The Lion King," on Aug. 3, and a New York City matinee of "Billy Elliott," on Dec. 12. Fee. Information: 410-764-6571; 410-653-9706.

Edith Rosen Strauss Organization   410-764-6571

Kennedy Center and N.Y. City

Kids in Kayak Workshop

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd., Pylesville, will hold a Kids in Kayak Workshop on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants can learn basic boating and solo kayaking skills. Cost is $80 ($70 for members), and includes boats and PFDs. Registration is required: 410-836-3050.

Eden Mill Nature Center  410-836-3050

1617 Eden Mill Road Pylesville

Casino Night

Calvert Hospice will hold a Casino Night on Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Southern Maryland Sailing Association, Solomons. Proceeds will benefit hospice and other local charities. with casino games, a buffet, live music, a cash bar, and prizes. Tickets: 410-535-0892; www.calverthospice.org.

Calvert Hospice  410-535-0892

Southern Maryland Sailing Association, Solomons

Race for the Cure Sponsors Needed

Komen Maryland seeks businesses to sponsor the 2008 Race for the Cure, to be held on Oct. 19 in Hunt Valley. Information: 410-938-8990; lkoors@komenmd.org.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure  410-938-8990

Hunt Valley

Labor Day Family Camp

YMCA Camp Letts, 4003 Camp Letts Rd., Edgewater, will hold its Labor Day Family Camp from Aug. 29 to Sept. 1. Information: 410-919-1418; kseymour@ymcadc.org.

YMCA Camp Letts  410-919-1418

4003 Camp Letts Rd., Edgewater

Spaghetti Dinner

Glen Lutheran Church, 106 Carroll Rd., Glen Burnie, will hold a Grand Spaghetti Dinner on Aug. 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Fee; carryout will be available. Information: 410-766-6534; www.glenlutheranchurch.org.

Glen Lutheran Church  410-766-6534

106 Carroll Road, Glen Burnie

Rotary Club of Pikesville/Owings Mills Meeting

The Rotary Club of Pikesville/Owings Mills meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6 p.m., at Fortune China, 9209 Lakeside Blvd. Information: 410-484-0135; pikomrotary@yahoo.com.

Rotary Club of Pikesville/Owings Mills  410-484-0135

Owings Mills

6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Preschool Applications Being Accepted

Forest Hill Nursery School/Advent Preschool is accepting 2008-09 preschool applications for its 2-day program for 3-year-olds and 3-day program for 4-year-olds. The school has experienced, degreed teachers and is licensed by CCA and the Maryland State Department of Education. Information: 410-838-0868.

Forest Hill Nursery School/Advent Preschool  410-838-0868

Forest Hill, Maryland

Retired Officers' Wives' Club Brunch

The Retired Officers' Wives' Club will host its opening brunch on Sept. 2 at 10:30 a.m. at Club Meade, Ft. George G. Meade. The guest speaker will be COL Daniel Thomas, Installation Commander. Fee. Reservations are required: 410-551-7082.

ROWC  410-551-7082

Club Meade, Ft. George G. Meade

Colonial Foodways

The Accokeek Foundation will offer the program, Colonial Foodways, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 3rd Saturday of each month, through December, at the National Colonial Farm. Admission fee; free to members. Costumed interpreters will demonstrate food preparation methods representative of tobacco-growing families in P.G. Co. in the late 1700s. Information: 301-283-2113.

Accokeek Foundation  301-283-2113

Accokeek

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Crab Feast

St. Isaac Jogues Church, 9215 Old Harford Rd., will hold a Crab Feast on Aug. 23 from 6:30 to 11 p.m. in the church hall. Cost is $32 in advance; $34 at the door; and $290 for a table of ten. Tickets: 410-661-3569.

St. Isaac Jogues Church  410-661-3569

9215 Old Harford Rd.

Gray Manor Community Group Meeting

The Gray Manor Community & Business Group holds monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of each month. Information: www.graymanor.org.

Gray Manor Community Group  None

Dundalk, MD.

6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Harford Ballet Free Perfomance

The Harford Ballet Company will present a performance of works from the 2008-2009 season at the Dance Conservatory of Maryland Open House, to be held on Aug. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at 701 Whitaker Mill Rd., Joppa. Free. Information: 410-877-0777.

Harford Ballet Company  410-877-0777

701 Whitaker Mill Rd. Joppa

Presentation Skills Workshop

Hunt Valley Speaks Toastmasters meets at noon on the 1st and 2nd Thursday of each month at 111 Schilling Rd., Hunt Valley. Attendees can learn to build confidence in their communication and leadership skills. Information: 410-785-7172; Mw-Toast-Officers@travelers.com.

Hunt Valley Speaks Toastmasters  410-785-7172

Room E-1260, 111 Schilling Rd, Hunt Valley, MD

Severe Weather Warning System

The St. Mary's Co. Dept. of Public Safety offers a Severe Weather Warning system notifying residents of severe thunderstorm, flash flood and tornado warnings issued by the National Weather Service. Information: 301-475-4200; www.stmarysmd.com/emergencycodered.asp.

St. Mary's County Department of Public Safety  301-475-4200

St. Mary's County

Swing and Ballroom Dance

The Knights of Columbus of Holy Face Church will sponsor a Swing and Ballroom Dance on Aug. 23 from 8 to 11 p.m., with a tango and jitterbug lesson at 7 p.m., at St. John Francis Regis Church, Hollywood. Attendees should bring snacks to share; water and soda will be provided. Cost is $8; $15 per couple; and $5 for seniors and students. Information: 301-645-8509; somdballroom@gmail.com.

Knights of Columbus of Holy Face Church  301-645-8509

St. John Francis Regis Church, Hollywood

Nature Nuts

The Accokeek Foundation offers Nature Nuts, for ages 3 to 5 with an adult, on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 11 a.m., through October, at the National Colonial Farm Museum Garden. Cost is $6; $5 for members. Registration is required. Participants can hear stories, create craft projects and go on outdoor adventures.

Accokeek Foundation  301-283-2113

3400 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek

11 a.m. to noon

Yard Sale

The P.G. Co. Elks Lodge and Bladensburg VFD Ladies Auxiliary will hold a Yard Sale fund-raiser on August 23, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Riverdale Elks Lodge, 6700 Kenilworth Ave., Riverdale. Vendor spaces are available for $20 each and include a table. Information: 301-927-0437.

P.G. Co. Elks Lodge 1778  301-927-0437

6700 Kenilworth Avenue, Riverdale

Arundel High Class of 1988 Reunion

The Arundel High School Class of 1988 seeks classmates for its 20-year reunion. Information: www.arundel88.com.

Arundel High School  410-573-1333

YellowFin Restaurant 2824 Solomons Island Rd Edgewater, Md

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Bull Roast and Shrimp Feast

The Friends of Loch Raven High School Football will hold its first Bull Roast and Shrimp Feast, to benefit the Loch Raven High School Football Program, on Aug. 24 from 1 to 6 p.m. at Heritage Parkville Gardens. There will be a Big-6 Wheel, door prizes, a DJ, and more. Cost is $40 (adults only). Tickets: 410-592-6037.

Friends of Loch Raven High School Football  410-592-6037

Heritage Parkville Gardens

Trash and Treasure Sale

Community UMC will hold a Trash and Treasure Sale on Aug. 23 from 8 a.m. to noon in the Fellowship Hall, 1690 Riedel Rd., Crofton. Information: 410-721-9129.

Community UMC  410-721-9129

Fellowship Hall, 1690 Riedel Rd., Crofton

Child Advocate Volunteers Needed

Court Appointed Special Advocates, 6525 Belcrest Rd., Suite G55, Hyattsville, seeks volunteers to investigate and monitor cases of abused children living in foster care. Volunteers work 10 to 15 hours per month visiting children and collaborating with social workers, parents, judges and more. Training will begin on Sept. 8. Information: 301-209-0491; www.pgcasa.org.

Court Appointed Special Advocates  301-209-0491

Church Karate Club

Community UMC, 8680 Ft. Smallwood Rd., Pasadena, offers Karate Classes on Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost is $35 per month. All classes are taught by a 4th-degree black belt and a 3rd-degree black belt. Information: 410-255-1972.

Community UMC Karate CLub  410-255-1972

8680 Ft. Smallwood Rd., Pasadena

Benefit Concert

Park School will hold a Concert, to benefit Chesapeake Habitat, on Aug. 19 (rain date, Aug. 22) from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Meadow at Evergreen Museum and Library, 4545 N. Charles St. Refreshments will be available for purchase; attendees can bring blankets and lawn chairs. Cost is $15; $10 for students. Information: 410-339-7070.

Park School  410-339-7070

Evergreen Museum and Library, 4545 N. Charles St

Land, River, Rail Bus Trip

The Maryland Science Center will offer a "Land, River, Rail" bus trip on Oct. 11. Cost is $114 and includes lunch in an historic mansion in Harrisburg, Pa. Information: 410-668-3178; ski2134@hotmail.com. 

Maryland Science Center  410-668-3178

Maryland Science Center

Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway

Victory Chapel, 16401 Manning Rd W., Accokeek, will hold a back-to-school Backpack giveaway, with free food, games and backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last), on Aug. 23 from noon to 3 p.m. Information: 301-293-9000.

Victory Chapel  301-293-9000

16401 Manning Road W., Accokeek

Messiah Preschool Openings

Messiah UM Preschool, 7401 E. Furnace Branch Rd., Glen Burnie, has openings in its programs for age 2 (2 days per week for $105 per month); age 3 (3 days per week for $135 per month); and age 4 (5 days per week for $190 per month). Potty training is not necessary. Cost includes academic and religious themes, time with the pastor, and a computer lab. Information: 410-761-0741.

Messiah UM Preschool  410-761-0741

Glen Burnie

Parkville High Class of 1983 Reunion

The Parkville High School Class of 1983 will hold its reunion on Nov. 15 at the Richlin Ballroom, Edgewood. Information: 410-663-6932; www.parkville1983.com.

Parkville 1983 Reunion Committee  410-663-6932

Richlin Ballroom, Edgewood

Summer Worship Services

Calvary Lutheran Church, 2625 E. Northern Pkwy., offers a "Church without Walls" outdoor service at 8:30 a.m. and a 10 a.m. air-conditioned service, on Sundays through August. Information: 410-426-4301.

Calvary Lutheran Church and School  410-426-4301

2625 E. Northern Pkwy.

Race for the Cure Entertainers Needed

Komen Maryland seeks entertainers and groups to perform at the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure fund-raiser, to be held on October 19. Bands, DJs, singers, magicians, jugglers, cheerleaders, dance teams, and more are needed. Information: 410-938-8990; lkoors@komenmd.org.

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure   None

200 East Joppa Road

Free Mammograms

The University of Maryland Baltimore City Cancer Program offers free mammograms, pap smears and clinical breast exams for uninsured Baltimore City residents age 40 and older. Information: 410-328-4673.

Baltimore City Cancer Program University of MD  410-328-4673

Baltimore City

8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Flea Market Spaces Available

Christ Episcopal Church, 6800 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia, has spaces available for its Flea Market, to be held Sept. 20 (rain date, Sept. 27) from 9 a.m. to 2 p. m. Cost is $10 for 1 space; $15 for 2; and $20 for 3. Information: 410-730-8578; 410-997-9161.

Christ Episcopal Church  410-730-8578

6800 Oakland Mills Road, Columbia

Holistic Seminar

The Bowie-Crofton Holistic Community offer seminars on Mondays from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Borders Books and Music, 4420 Mitchellville Rd., Bowie. Free. Information: 410-924-1971.

Bowie Crofton Holistic Community  410-924-1971

3700 Idolstone Lane, Bowie

Dog Obedience Classes

The Saint Mary's Co. Dept. of Recreation and Parks will sponsor Puppy Kindergarten, Basic & Advanced dog obedience classes, on Aug. 25 and 27 at the Leonardtown Fairgrounds. Fee. Registration is required: 301-475-4200.

Saint Mary's County Dept. of Rec. and Parks   301-475-4200

Leonardtown Fairgrounds

Perry Hall Class of 1983 Reunion

The Perry Hall High School class of 1983 will hold its 25-year reunion on Sept. 6 at Oregon Ridge. Information: 717-246-4067; www.perryhallclassof83.com.

Perry Hall Class of 83  717-246-4067

Oregon Ridge, MD

Fall Youth Field Hockey Registration

The Pikesville Recreation Council is accepting registration, for girls in grades 1 to 8, for the Maryland Youth Field Hockey Association fall league. To register: 410-887-1238; www.pikesville.org.

Pikesville Recreation Council  410-363-8610

Pikesville, MD

1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Back-to-School Fitness Promotion

The Glenwood Community Center, 2400 Rte. 97, Cooksville, will hold a Back-to-School fitness promotion from Aug. 25 to Sept. 21. Various options are available. Information: 410-313-4840.

Glenwood Community Center  410-313-4840

2400 Route 97, Cooksville

Mom's Club of Reisterstown

The MOMS Club of Reisterstown offers weekly activities and events, special interest groups, a monthly MOMS Night Out and more for stay-at-home mothers living in Reisterstown and Glyndon. Children are welcome at every activity. Information: 410-526-0766; Momsclubofreisterstown@verizon.net; www.momsclub.org.

The Mom's Club of Reisterstown  410-526-0766

Reisterstown, MD 21136

9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Paddling Trip

The Sierra Club of Anne Arundel County will sponsor a Paddling Trip on Sept. 6 at the Chesapeake Environmental Education Center on the Eastern Shore. Kayaks or canoes are welcome, and limited rentals will be available. To register: 410-267-9009; liz2vh@olg.com.

Sierra Club of Anne Arundel County  410-267-9009

Chesapeake Environmental Education Center

Flag Football Registration

The Landover Hills Boys and Girls Club is accepting registering for P.G. Co. Boys' and Girls' flag football, for the season beginning Sept. 13. Cost is $685 per team. Information: 301-459-0395; landoverhillsclub@live.com.

Landover Hills Boys & Girls Club  301-459-0395

P.G. County

Composting and Native Plants

The A.A. Co. Master Gardeners offer Composting Demonstrations and Native Plant Garden Tours at the Quiet Waters Park Wildwood Trail. Learn how to make compost in your backyard, receive a free compost bin and goody bag, and visit the adjacent native plant gardens. Demonstrations will be held at noon on May 28, June 25, July 23, Aug. 20, Sept. 24, and Oct. 22. Fee for park entrance (or show county park pass). Information: 410-757-7780.

Anne Arundel Co. Master Gardeners  410-222-6755

Quiet Waters Park

noon to 1 p.m.

Aero Acres Community Cleanup

The Aero Acres Civic Improvement Association will hold a Community Cleanup on Aug. 23 from 7 a.m. to noon. Two roll-off dumpsters will be placed near the community park, and restrictions apply. Information: 410-686-0454.

Aero Acres Civic Improvement Association  410-686-0454

Middle River

Kickball Tournament

East Coast Majestic will hold a Kickball Tournament on Aug. 23 at the 6th St. Fields, Brooklyn. Teams will be guaranteed to play at least two games. Cost is $100 per team (10 players per team). Information: 443-306-8794; www.leaguelineup.com/eastcoastmajestic.

East Coast Majestic  443-306-8794

6th St. Fields, Brooklyn

NAMI Recovery Support Group

The Southern Maryland chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a support group, for age 18 and older who are in recovery and living with mental illness, on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Lifestream Church of the Nazerene, 5105 Leonardtown Rd., Waldorf. Information: 301-672-0429; www.namisomd.org.

National Alliance on Mental Illness Maryland  301-672-0429

Lifestream Church of the Nazerene, 5105 Leonardtown Rd., Waldorf

Bereavement Support Group

The Patuxent Widowed Persons Service will offer a 6-week Bereavement Support Group for newly widowed persons, beginning Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Rd. Free. Information: 301-441-8943; 301- 474-6892.

Patuxent Widowed Persons Service  301-441-8943

in the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Rd.

No Cost Colorectal Cancer Screening

The Harford County Health Department Office of Cancer Prevention can provide residents of Harford County a colonoscopy at no cost, if they meet program guidelines. Information: 410-612-1780.

Harford County Health Department  410-612-1780

1321 Woodbridge Station Way, Edgewood

Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings

The Harford County Health Department's Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program is sponsoring mammograms and GYN screenings, for eligible women ages 40 to 64 with limited income and little or no health insurance. Information: 410-612-1780.

Harford County Health Department  410-612-1780

1321 Woodbridge Station Way, Edgewood

Join Girl Scouts of Central Maryland

The Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, which teaches girls to lead, discover and take action while exploring the world around them, seeks new members. Volunteers are also needed. Information: 410-358-9711; 800-492-2521; www.gscm.org.

Girl Scouts of Central Maryland  800-492-2521

Central Maryland

Eastern Voc-Tech Class of 1978 Reunion

The Eastern Voc-Tech Class of 1978 will hold its 30-year reunion on Oct. 4 at Carson's Creekside Restaurant, Middle River. Information: 410-733-2577; classof78socialcommittee@yahoo.com.

Eastern Voc-Tech Class of 1978  410-733-2577

Middle River

6 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Woodlawn Class of 1978 Reunion

The Woodlawn High School Class of 1978 will hold its 30-year reunion on Nov. 22 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Piney Branch Golf Course, Hampstead. Cost is $45. Information: 410-747-5428; 410-876-7295; robin.metz@ngc.com.

Woodlawn Class of 1978  410-747-5428

Piney Branch Golf Course, Hampstead

Archery 3D-Animal Shoot

Eutaw Forest Archery Club, 3550 Elsa Ave., Waldorf, will offer an Archery 3D-Animal Shoot on Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to dusk, from June 12 to Sept. 4. Archery lessons are available for a fee. Information: 301-843-3855.

Eutaw Forest Archers  301-843-3855

Waldorf, MD 20603

9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Eastern High School 35-year Reunion

The Class of 1973 of Eastern High School, Washington, DC, seeks alumni to participate in its 35-year class reunion. Information: 301-741-2687; BvPrin@verizon.net.

EHS Reunion Committee  None

CSM Foundation Golf Classic

The 17th Annual College of Southern Maryland Foundation Golf Classic will be held on Aug. 21 at Swan Point Yacht and Country Club, with check-in begining at 7:30 a.m. and shotgun start at 9 a.m. Proceeds will benefit foundation scholarships and programs. Information: 301-934-7647; www.csmd.edu/foundation.

College of Southern Maryland  301-934-7647

Swan Point Yacht and Country Club

Labor Day Festival

Sacred Heart Church, 16501 Annapolis Rd., Bowie, will hold its annual Parish Labor Day Festival, with food, games, crafts, and more, on Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 301-262-0704.

Sacred Heart Church  301-262-0704

16501 Annapolis Rd., Bowie

Crafters and Vendors Needed

The Centreville United Methodist Women seek crafters and vendors for their annual Fall Bazaar and Craft Show, to be held on Oct. 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Deadline for application is Sept. 5. Information: 410-758-1476; 410-490-0878.

Centreville United Methodist Church  410-758-1476

Centreville United Methodist Church

Youth Dance Classes

The Dance Lab of Project Motion, 1282 Smallwood Dr. W. 106, Waldorf, offers youth classes for ages 7 to 18 in hip-hop, modern and African dance. Fee. Information: 202-359-2741; www.thedancelab.org.

The Dance Lab  202-359-2741

1282 Smallwood Dr. W. 106, Waldorf

Genealogical Society Meeting

The Charles County Genealogical Society will offer the discussion "The Times of Port Tobacco," by local historian John Wearmouth, on Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4560 Padgett Rd., White Plains. Information: 301-645-3035.

Charles County Maryland Genealogical Society  301-645-3035

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 4560 Padgett Rd, White Plains

Swim 4 Life Relay Fund-raiser

The Sheridan Patterson Center for Holistic Family Services will hold the fund-raiser "Swim 4 Life," a relay race for age 11 and older of all skill levels, on Sept. 6 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Y of Central Maryland Weinberg Center at Stadium Place. Teams will compete while raising money for special-needs foster children in Maryland. Information: 410-594-7141; www.swim4liferelays.org.

Sheridan Patterson Center for Holistic Family Serv  410-594-7141

3100 Lord Baltimore Drive

Divorce Care Support Group

Divorce Care, a support group for those who are separated or divorced, meets on Monday evenings at 6:45 p.m. at Abundant Life Church, 7305 E. Furnace Branch Rd., Glen Burnie. Topics include Emotional Pain, Anger, Depression, Children, and New Relationships. Cost is $15 for Workbooks.

Abundant Life Church  410-761-9075

Glen Burnie, MD

6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Crafters and Vendors Needed

The 18th annual West Annapolis Oktoberfest seeks crafters and vendors to participate in its 18th annual event, to be held on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: 410-280-1545.

West Annapolis Oktoberfest   410-280-1545

West Annapolis

Used Furniture Sale

Operation Housewarming, a program of Jewish Community Services, will hold a Used Furniture Sale fund-raiser on Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 11400 Cronridge Dr., Suite G, Owings Mills. Information: 443-838-2914.

OPERATION HOUSEWARMING  443-838-2914

11400 Cronridge Dr., Suite G, Owings Mills

Catholic School Open House

St. Mary's Catholic School, Bryantown, will hold an Open House, for pre-K to grade 8, on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. 12 noon. Attendees can visit classrooms, meet staff and tour the facilities. Information: 301-932-6883; www.bryantown.org.

St. Mary's Catholic Church and School  301-932-6883

13735 Notre Dame Pl., Bryantown

Edgewood Farmers Market

The Route 40 Business Association will sponsor the Edgewood Farmers Market on Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. through October, at Old Edgewood and Edgewood roads, across from the MARC Train Station. Locally farmed vegetables, fruits, plants, herbs, jams, jellies, baked goods, desserts, honey, sweets, and more are available. Information: 410-679-2997.

Route 40 Business Association  410-679-2997

Edgewood

3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

County Fair Vendors Needed

The Anne Arundel County Fair is accepting applications for vendors of merchandise and services for this year's Fair, to be held from Sept. 10 to 14. Information: 410-923-3400; info@aacountyfair.org.

Anne Arundel County Fair, Inc.  410-923-3400

1450 Generals Hwy, Crownsville

Flea Market Vendors Wanted

The Villa Nova Community Association seeks vendors for its 19th annual Flea Market, to be held on Sept. 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Details: 410-404-3265.

Villa Nova Community Assn.  410-404-3265

Villa Nova Community

Household Donations Needed

The Word of God Fellowship seeks donations of unneeded household items, including clothes, baby items, jewelry, books, magazines, puzzles, rugs, radios, CD players, paint, TVs, and more, for distribution to the needy.

Word of God Fellowship  410-355-1557

Baltimore Md, 21225

Kindermusik Class

MNCPPC will sponsor a Kindermusik class, for ages 2 to 5, on Aug. 23, 9:30 a.m. to noon, at the Bowie Community Center, 3209 Stonybrook Dr. There will be an instrument giveaway and door prizes. Free. Reservations are required: 301-805-5936; www.mrssingskindermusik.com.

MNCPPC  301-805-5936

Bowie Community Center, 3209 Stonybrook Dr.

Voter Registration Drive

Spottswood AME Zion Church, 419 Hill Rd., Landover, will hold a Voter Registration Drive on Aug. 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees can register to vote, change their address and ask questions. Information: 301-336-9315.

Spottswood AME Zion Church  301-336-9315

419 Hill Rd., Landover

Free Legal Assistance

The Law Library at the Circuit Court for Howard County offers a Civil Non-Domestic Self-Help Center, for low-income, self-represented litigants, on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. An attorney will be available for free consultation on how to represent yourself and complete forms for civil matters, such as landlord/tenant, small claims, contracts, and foreclosures.

Circuit Court for Howard County, Law Library  410-313-2135

Ellicott City, MD

Pow Wow

The Baltimore American Indian Center will sponsor its 34th annual Pow Wow on Aug. 22, 2 to 9 p.m.; Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Aug. 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m, in Patterson Park. Cost is $6; $4 for seniors and age 11 and younger; and $15 for a weekend adult pass and $10 weekend pass for seniors and children. Information: 410-675-3535.

Baltimore American Indian Center  410-675-3535

Patterson Park

Mid-Week Bird Walks

The Prince George's Audubon Society hosts mid-week Evening Bird Walks on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month at 6 p.m., through summer, on the Luther Goldman Birding Trail, College Park/Berwyn Heights. Free. Participants should meet at the parking lot. Information: 301-459-3375; 301-262-5148.

Prince George's Audubon Society  301-262-5148

Lake Artemesia Natural Area Park, College Park

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Singles Group Meeting

The CABS singles group holds informational meetings at 6:30 p.m. every Monday (excluding holidays) at the Garvey Center, Leonardtown. Group activities include potluck dinners, picnics, cards, board games, movies, trips, walks and dancing. Those age 40 and older are welcome. Information: 301-863-6308.

Companions and Buddies for Singles   301-862-4088

Garvey Center

Sierra Club Outing

The Sierra Club of Howard County will hold a trip to Great Falls, VA, on Aug. 23, for a moderate, 6-mile hike overlooking the Potomac River. Participants should bring lunch and water, and will depart at 9 a.m. from the west lot of the park 'n' ride on Broken Land Pwy at Rte. 32. Information: 410-964-1902; jameshike@verizon.net.

Sierra Club of Howard County  410-964-1902

Great Falls, VA

Community Yard Sale

Rockland UMC, 8971 Chapel Ave., Ellicott City, will hold a Community Yard Sale  on Aug. 23 (rain date, Aug. 30) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vendors are wanted. Cost is $15 space by Aug. 22; $20 day of sale. Reservations: 410-988-5864.

Rockland United Methodist Church  410-988-5864

8971 Chapel Ave., Ellicott City

Crab Feast

The Chesapeake High School Athletic Boosters will hold their 1st Crab Feast fund-raiser, with music and prizes, on Aug. 23 from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Stoney Creek Democratic Club. Information: 443-858-1251.

CHS Athletic Boosters  443-858-1251

4798 Mountain Rd, Pasadena

Arundel High Class of 1989 Reunion

The Arundel High School Class of 1989 seeks classmates to participate in its 20-year reunion, scheduled for July 2009. Information: 410-674-6563; teresabirge@gmail.com.

Arundel High School Class of 1989  410-674-6563

Gambrills

7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Andover High Class Of 1983 Reunion

The Andover High School Class Of 1983 will hold its 25-year Reunion on September 6 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Kurtz Beach. Tickets cost $30. Information: 410-353-4761; iluvdolphins1017@verizon.net.

Andover High School Class Of 1983  410-353-4761

Kurtz Beach Pasadena

12:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m.

Survivors Against Violence Everywhere

Survivors Against Violence Everywhere, for families of individuals murdered in Baltimore City, will meet on Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. at 100 N. Calvert St., Room 410. Attendees should use the Lexington St. entrance. Information: 410-396-1897.

Survivors Against Violence Everywhere  410-396-1897

100 N. Calvert St., Room 410

It's a Wonderful Life Auditions

Hampden UMC, 3449 Falls Rd., will hold open auditions for "It's a Wonderful Life," on Aug. 20 and 21 at 7 p.m. Attendees should prepare a monologue. Performance dates are from Nov. 6 to 8 and 14 to 16. Information: 410-963-5857.

Hampden UMC  410-963-5857

3449 Falls Road

Legal Advice

Community Legal Services, 6801 Kenilworth Ave., Suite 150, Riverdale, offers legal advice on Maryland family law and landlord-tenant issues, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, by appointment. Free. Information: 301-864-8353, ext. 13.

Community Legal Services  301-864-8353

6801 Kenilworth Ave, Suite 150, Riverdale

Crafters Needed

Community UMC, 8680 Fort Smallwood Rd., Pasadena, seeks crafters for its annual Craft Fair, to be held on Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost per space is $25. Information: 410-255-6058; 410-360-0673.

Community United Methodist Church  410-255-6058

8680 Ft. Smallwood Road, Pasadena

Your Life in the Holy Spirit

St. Isaac Jogues Church, 9215 Old Harford Rd., Parkville, will hold a "Your Life in the Holy Spirit" mini-retreat, on Aug. 25 and 26, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Information: 410-665-2561.

St. Isaac Jogues Church  410-665-2561

9215 Old Harford Road

Towson High Class of 1983 Reunion

The Towson High School Class of 1983 will hold its 25-year reunion on Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Towson Sheraton Hotel. Information: 443-253-6291; towsonreunion83@yahoo.com.

Towson High Class of 1983 Reunion Committee  None

Sheraton Towson

Pet Adoption Event

The Throwaways Rescue Foundation will hold a Pet Adoption Event on Aug. 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Safeway in La Plata. Information: 301-885-0025.

Throwaways' Rescue Foundation   301-885-0025

Safeway in La Plata

Golf Tournament

The Metropolitan-Indian Head UMC will hold its Good Fellowship Golf Tournament on Aug. 29 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Langston Golf Course, 28th and Benning Rd. NE, Washington DC. Information: 301-283-2765; 301-375-9088.

Metropolitan-Indian Head United Methodist Church  301-283-2765

Langston Golf Course, 28th and Benning Rd. NE, Washington DC

Community Wellness Fair

Prince George's Hospital Center, 3001 Hospital Dr., Cheverly, will host a Community Wellness Fair, with free blood pressure and cholesterol screenings and activities promoting healthy living, on Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Hospital Center Pavilion. Free admission; book bags will be given to the first 100 people. Information: 301-618-3858.

Prince George's Hospital Center  301-618-3858

3001 Hospital Drive Cheverly

Hospital Volunteer Opportunities

Sinai Hospital, 2401 W. Belvedere Ave., seeks customer service volunteers for its gift shop and throughout the hospital. Flexible times are available. Information: 410-601-5023.

Sinai Hospital  410-601-5023

2401 W. Belvedere Ave

Volunteers Needed

Chesapeake Treasures, the Hospice of the Chesapeake Consignment and Donation Resale Shop, seeks volunteers to help staff the store. Hours and days are flexible and orientation and training will be provided. Community service hours will be documented for students. To register: 443-837-1549; kbourgard@hospicechesapeake.org.

Hospice of the Chesapeake  410-987-2003

Annapolis

Tips on Parenting Research Study

The University of Maryland seeks mothers, age 18 and older who are not pregnant, of toddlers age 12 to 30 months, for a Tips on Parenting research study. Participants will attend parent meetings and survey sessions about child safety, nutrition, physical activity, and parenting, and can learn about toddler growth and meet other mothers. Childcare and food will be provided during parent meetings and there will be giveaways for parents and children, including gift cards.

Tips on Parenting Study University of MD  410-706-8308

Glen Burnie, MD

IronBirds Tickets From Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels of Harford County is selling tickets to the Aberdeen Ironbirds vs. Brooklyn Cyclones game, to be played on Sept. 1 at 7:05 p.m. at Ripken Stadium, Aberdeen. Ticket price is $13 and includes parking, a souvenir program and an Ironbirds cap. A portion of the cost will support Meals on Wheels of Harford County. To order: 410-838-0013; www.mealsonwheelsmd.org.

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland  866-558-0827

Ripken Stadium, Aberdeen, MD

7:05 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Child Care Training

The Charles County Family Day Care Association will hold a training session on Developmentally Appropriate Art, on Aug. 21 at the Huntington Rec Center, Waldorf. Registration is required: 301-638-3113.

Charles County Family Daycare Assoc  301-638-3113

Huntington Rec Center, Waldorf

New and Upcoming Gospel Singer Audition

Upper Room Church, 7500 Marlboro Pike, District Heights, will hold a New and Upcoming Gospel Singer Audition on Aug. 28 from noon to 6 p.m. The winner will receive free studio time to record a CD; first 40 contestants will receive a free coffee mug. Entry fee is $25. Information: 202-957-9482.

Upper Room Church  202-957-9482

7500 Marlboro Pike, District Heights

Children's Consignment Sale

Reisterstown UMC, 246 Main St., will hold a Children's Consignment Sale, with clothing, toys and baby equipment, on Aug. 23 from 7 a.m. to noon, with a Half-Price Sale from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Information: 410-840-9874.

Reisterstown United Methodist Church  410-840-9874

246 Main Street, Reisterstown

Self-Defense Classes

The Youth Ministry at Hamilton Presbyterian Church hosts Self-defense Classes for children and adults on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Participants can learn how to build self-esteem, manage bullies and grow self-respect. Fee. Information: www.hamilton-pres.org

EYM at Hamilton Presbyterian Church   410-426-1444

Hamilton

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Fencing Club Members Sought

The Tri-Weapon Boys' Club seeks boys, ages 9 to 16, to participate in the sport of  fencing. Experience is not necessary, and equipment for beginners is supplied. Information: 410-323-4TWC; www.geocities.com/twcfencing.

TRI-WEAPON BOYS' FENCING CLUB  410-323-4892

Baltimore, MD

Department of Aging Volunteers Needed

The Baltimore Co. Department of Aging Home Team Program seeks volunteers to assist elderly homebound persons who are living in isolation, with shopping, trip escorting, and to visit homes to read mail and more. Volunteers should commit to four hours per month or more. Information: 410-887-4141; cshaneybrook@baltimorecountymd.gov.

BCDA Home Team Program  410-887-4141

Baltimore County

Calvert County Jousting Tournament

Christ Episcopal Church, 3100 Broomes Island Rd., Port Republic, will hold its 142nd Calvert County Jousting Tournament on Aug. 30, with a Church Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Jousting at noon; Organ Recitals, 1 to 5 p.m.; and a Country Supper, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Boxed suppers will be available. Information: 410-586-0565; www.christchurchcalvert.org.

Christ Episcopal Church  410-586-0565

3100 Broomes Island Road Port Republic MD 20676

Food Pantry

Christ Episcopal Church, 8710 Old Branch Ave., Clinton, offers a Food Pantry for local residents in need between 9 and 11 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month. Canned and dry foods and a small assortment of toiletries are available. Information: 301-868-1330.

Christ Church, Clinton  301-868-1330

9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Foster Cares Donations Sought

The Foster Cares Foundation, which supports children in the foster care system, is accepting donations of clothing, shoes, bikes, back packs, bathing suits, and books. Information: 443-822-9078; www.fostercaresfoundation.org.

Foster Cares Foundation, Inc.  443-822-9078

Odenton, Maryland

Rush Hour Family Community Event

Living Hope Church will hold a "Rush Hour" family community event on Aug. 23 at Chancellor's Run Regional Park. Activities will include a Kids' Area with a moonbounce, 3-on-3 basketball tournament for age 13 and older, slam-dunk contest, car show, and live music. Lunch and beverages will be provided. Admission and activities are free. Information: 301-862-9805.

Living Hope Church  301-862-9805

Chancellor's Run Regional Park

Stroke Support Group

Howard County General Hospital hosts a Stroke Support Group, for stroke survivors and their caregivers, on the 4th Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the hospital's Ambulatory Care Center. To register: 410-740-7601.

Howard County General Hospital  410-740-7601