Carroll County, MD

Do Something for Your Community

Did your father or grandfather serve in the military during a wartime period? If so, the Sons of the American Legion, Parkville Squadron 183 would like to invite you to join the Sons. We are a community service organization that supports and promotes programs that benefit veterans and children in our community. If you would like more information, or to join, please contact Mike Read at 443-939-6322 or email me at SAL183member@excite.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Parkville SAL 183  443-939-6322

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

Call for Maryland Wildlife Interns

Wildlife Rescue Interns and Volunteers are needed in the Maryland Tri-County area of Calvert, Charles, and St. Marys. Beginning February 15, 2008, Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center (OWRC) will be taking applications for Maryland State Wildlife Rehabilitators on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a two-year program requiring several hours per week, year-round and a substantial commitment of twenty hours per week, May 15 through July 30 annually during the baby animal season. Anyone who intends to handle mammals must have rabies pre-exposure shots that are available at the county Health Department or through your family physician. Interns must be at least age 18 and have their own transportation. Hours of operation at OWRC are from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Non-licensed volunteers are also needed. To register or volunteer, please e-mail us with your contact information at: info@orphaned-wildlife-rescue-center.com. You may visit our website at: www.orphaned-wildlife-rescue-center.com.

Orphaned Wildlife Rescue Center  410-326-0937

Lusby, MD

Call for Fine Artists

MD Four Seasons Fine Art and Craft Markets are currently seeking artists and craftsmen who work in contemporary, traditional and folk art for three seasonal events starting April 19th, 2008. The markets are juried events and held at the Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster, MD. For more information visit www.mdfourseasonsshows.moonfruit.com or call and ask for Michelle at 410-833-1098.

MD Four Seasons Fine Art and Craft Markets  410-833-1098

Carroll County Ag. Center

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

1958 Southern High School Reunion

We are having a 50th year reunion. June 21st 2008 If interested please contact Marge Krieg-Allman at sunset9974@msn.com.

Southern High School Reunion  410-789-8667

Belle Grove American Legion

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Western High Schools Class of 1988 Reunion

C.O.R.E Committee on Reuniting Western High School of Baltimore, MD Class of 1988 is planning our 20th reunion June 21st 2008 at The Forum Caterers On 4210 Primrose Avenue in Baltimore for more information email whs88doves@yahoo.com or call 443-415-7237.

C.O.R.E  443-415-7237

BALLOU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1968 - 40TH REUNION

D. C.'S BALLOU HIGH SCHOOL (CLASS OF 1968) IS PLANNING ITS 40TH REUNION TO BE HELD JULY 25-27, 2008. CONTACT EVETTE EPPS AT evetteepps@aol.com, or 240-244-5145.

BALLOU HIGH SCHOOL 40TH REUNION  240-244-5145

FT. WASHINGTON, MARYLAND

8 p.m.

Personal Private School Tours

Come tour Southern Maryland Christian Academy in White Plains, Maryland. Experience the school you have been dreaming about for your children. Preschool (3 and 4 year olds) through 12th grade school where a loving and nurturing educational environment is just one of our many strengths. Call for your tour today: 301-870-2550.

Southern Maryland Christian Academy  301-870-2550

White Plains, Maryland (3.5 miles south of St. Charles Towne Center Mall)

8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Largo High School Class of 1988 Reunion

The Largo High School Class of 1988 will hold its 20-year reunion weekend on June 6 and 7. Information: largoclassof88@yahoo.com.

Largo Class of '88  301-801-6947

Largo, MD 20792-7065

8 p.m.

White House Bus Trip

The Historical Society of Harford County will hold a bus trip to tour the White House and Lincoln cottage on June 5, departing from 143 N. Main St., Bel Air. Cost includes lunch and brunch on the bus. Information: 410-838-7691; 410-836-8226.

Historical Society of Harford County  410-838-7691

Bel Air , MD 21014

Specialty Basket Lottery Fundraiser

The Jarrettsville Recreation Cheerleaders are holding a specialty basket lottery fund-raiser. Winners will be picked by the 3-Digit Maryland Evening Lottery Number for the entire month of June. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets: 410.692.2671; lgrebe@verizon.net.

Jarrettsville Recreation Cheerleaders  None

8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Harford Ballet's Beauty and the Beast

The Harford Ballet Company will present "Beauty and the Beast" on May 31 at 6 p.m. and June 1 at 1 p.m., at Patterson Mill High School, Bel Air. Tickets/ information: 410-877-3281; www.harfordballetcompany.org.

Harford Ballet Company  410-877-3281

Joppa, MD 21085

6 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Poly Class Reunion

The Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Class of 1988 will hold its 20-year reunion on Saturday, August 9, from 8 p.m. to midnight at Martin's West, 6817 Dogwood Rd., Windsor Mill. Tickets cost $100. Information: 410-545-0637; http://poly1988.classquest.com.

BPI Class of 1988  410-545-0637

Baltimore

8 p.m. to noon

Junior Player Development Football Camp

The Hamilton Optimist Football Program, in conjunction with the NFL, will hold the Junior Player Development full-contact football camp, for ages 11 to 14, throughout June. Free; all equipment is furnished by the NFL. The camp features coaches from top area high schools and youth programs and is designed for players of all skill levels. Information/to register: 443-271-5445; www.hamiltonjpd.com.

Hamilton Football  443-271-5445

Baltimore

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

Separation and Divorce Recovery Group

Rebuilders, a support group where you can find help and experience healing while going through the trauma of separation or divorce, meets every Monday at 6:45 p.m. DivorceCare for Kids, for ages 5 to 12, is also offered. Information: 410-442-5800; www.chapelgate.org.

Chapelgate Church  410-442-5800

Marriottsville, MD

6:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Moms and Kids Coffee and Play

BaltimoreMommies, an online motherhood forum which organizes monthly events for mothers and their children, will meet for coffee, conversation and play time every other Thursday at 10 a.m. in the children's area of the Barnes and Noble in Pikesville, beginning April 24. Information: www.baltimoremommies.com.

www.baltimoremommies.com  860-306-3351

Baltimore, MD

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Craft/Flea Market Vendors Wanted

The Deer Park Lions Club seeks craft and flea market vendors for the 32nd annual Smallwood Festival, to be held on Sept. 13 at the Reese VFC, Westminster. Information: 410-848-8254; www.deerparklionsclub.org.

Deer Park Lions Club  410-848-8254

Westminster, Md.

8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Country Cruizn Car Show

Taneytown American Legion Post 120 will hold its annual car show fund-raiser, "Country Cruizn 2008," on June 15 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Taneytown Memorial Park. The event is open to all make, model and year vehicles. There will be a DJ, food, games, an auction, and more. Registration will be held from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $10 per vehicle and the first 100 registered will receive goody bags, door prize tickets and dash plaques. Admission for spectators is free. Donations are needed for door prizes and auction items. Vendor space is available. Information: 443-824-0639; 410-412-6787; countrycruizn@yahoo.com.

American Legion Post 120  443-824-0639

Taneytown, Maryland

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Middle River Bluegrass Festival

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 10003 Bird River Rd., will hold the Middle River Bluegrass Festival, with carnival rides, games and food, on May 23, 6:30 to 11 p.m.; May 24, 1 to 11 p.m.; and May 25, 1 to 9 p.m.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church  410-686-3085

10003 Bird River Road Baltimore, MD 21220

1 p.m. to 11 p.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.

Foster Cares Foundation, Inc.  443-822-9078

Odenton, Maryland

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mission Society Compassion Center

The Lutheran Mission Society Immanuel Compassion Center, 5701 Loch Raven Blvd., is open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The center assists those in need with food, clothing and spiritual help. Donations of items are welcome. Tax receipts are available. Information: www.lutheranmissionsociety.org; 410-636-0123.

Lutheran Mission Society  410-636-0123

5701 Loch Raven Blvd., Baltimore, MD 21239

Bull Roast Fund-raiser

The first "Finding a Cure Together" Bull Roast, to benefit the Gary D. Leith Foundation for Parkinson's Research, will be held on June 22 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Martin's West. The Fabulous Hubcaps will perform. Tickets cost $60. Information: 888-768-9898; gdlfoundation@comcast.net; www.garydleith.org.

Gary D. Leith Foundation for Parkinson's Research  888-768-9898

Martin's West

1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Craft Sale and Flea Market

The Instrumental Music Boosters of Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Rd., will holding their 3rd annual indoor/outdoor Craft Sale and Flea Market on June 14 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Craft and flea market vendors are sought. Information: 410-857-9673.

Westminster High Schoo Instrumental Music Boosters  410-857-9673

Westminster High School, 1225 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157

7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Spring Flea Market

Perry Hall UMC, 9515 Belair Rd., will hold a Spring Flea Market, with toys, books, jewelry, and more, on May 17 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pery Hall United Methodist Church  410-256-6479

Perry Hall MD 21236

8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Flea Market

The Shepherd's Staff, 30 Carroll St., Westminster, will hold a Flea Market on May 31 (rain date, June 7), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the parking lot. Refreshments will be available. Donations will be accepted on May 27 and 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and May 29, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (not accepting computers, paint or mattresses). Information: 410-857-5944.

The Shepherd's Staff  410-857-5944

30 Carroll St, Westminster, MD

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Mothers' Support Group Meeting

Mothers and More of Carroll County/West Howard County, which offers discussions, guest speakers, socials, playgroups, children's activities, family events, Moms' Nights Out, and book clubs, will meet on May 27 at 7 p.m. Information: chapter171@yahoo.com; www.geocities.com/chapter171.

Mothers & More Carroll County/West Howard County  None

Bingo Room, South Carroll Senior Activities Center, 5745 Bartholow Rd., Sykesville

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Trip to Lancaster, Pa.

Sweet Charity will host a trip to Lancaster, Pa., on May 29. Attendees can visit Wheatlands Mansion (the former home of President James Buchanan), a chocolate shop and museum, a winery, a farmer's market, and a bakery, and have a smorgasbord lunch. Fee. Information: 410-335-7744; dotdecarlo@aol.com.

Women's Club of Perry Hall  410-335-7744

Harford & Baltimore Co. Area

Specialty Products Bingo

The Ladies of the Westminster Elks will hold a Specialty Products Bingo, with door prizes, on May 31 at 7 p.m. in the Lodge. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $15. Food will be available for purchase. Tickets: 410-876-7915.

Ladies of the Westminster Elks  410-848-2277

Westminster Elks Club #2277

5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Basket Bingo

St George's Episcopal Church will hold a Basket Bingo on May 30 at 7 p.m. at Hampstead VFC, 1341 North Main St., Hampstead. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Cost is $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets: 410-374-6680.

St George's Episcopal Church  410-374-6680

Hampstead Fire House

6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Community Yard Sale

Camp Chapel UMC will hold a Community Yard Sale on May 17 (rain date, May 24) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5000 E. Joppa Road, Perry Hall. Information: www.campchapel.org.

Camp Chapel UMC  410-627-7923

Corner of E. Joppa Rd. & Honeygo Blvd.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Family BBQ

Beth Shalom Congregation, 2020 W. Liberty Rd., will hold its annual Family BBQ on June 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Reservations are required: 410-875-2800.

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County  410-875-2800

Taylorsville

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Shabbat Services

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County, 2020 W. Liberty Rd., Westminster, offers Shabbat services. Interfaith families are welcome. For a schedule: 410-875-2800; www.bethshalomcarrollcounty.org.

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County  410-875-2800

Taylorsville

Hebrew School

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County offers religious school education for grades pre-K to 7. Information: 410-875-2800; bethshalom2@juno.com; www.bethshalomcarrollcounty.org.

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County  410-875-2800

Taylorsville

Adult Education Classes

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County, 2020 W. Liberty Rd., will hold Adult Education Classes on May 18 at 10 a.m. and June 1 at 9 a.m. Reservations: 410-875-2800; www.bethshalomcarrollcounty.org.

Beth Shalom Congregation of Carroll County  410-875-2800

Taylorsville