Howard County, MD

DINNER AND A MOVIE

The Singles Ministry at Hazelwood Baptist Church, 5310 Hazelwood Ave., presents its Dinner and a Movie event on the 2nd Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Recently released films will be screened. Information: 410-866-8030.

HAZELWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH  410-866-8030

Volunteers Needed

Mount Clare Museum House is looking for volunteers interested in being tour guides. The schedule is flexible and you may request a regular schedule or be on-call to do adult group tours or do school tours only. Free Parking. If you enjoy history, decorative arts and meeting new people, call 410 837 3262 or e-mail us at facilities@mountclare.org. Mount Clare, a National Historic Landmark, is a Georgian mansion built in 1760 by Charles Carroll, Barrister. It exhibits a remarkable collection of 18th and early 19th century furnishings and decorative arts. More info at www.mountclare.org.

Mount Clare Museum House  410-837-3262

Baltimore, MD 21230

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.

Surrattsville Reunion

Class of 1978/1979 planning a joint 30 year reunion. Please contact for more information: uniongirl410@yahoo.com or 301-645-7923.

Surrattsville  301-645-7923

TBD

9 a.m. to 9 a.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.

AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

A classroom refresher course for drivers age 50 and over. $10 fee and no fail or pass tests. Insurance discount may be available. Classes held from 12-4PM on Tues and Thurs of most months. Future class dates are 4/22 & 4/24, 5/20 & 5/22, and 6/10 & 6/12. For information on classes held elsewhere, call 1-888-227-7669, or see www.aarp.org/drive.

Howard County Hospital Wellness Ctr.  410-740-7601

Columbia, MD 21044

noon to 4 p.m.

Friday Night Bingo

Come join us for Bingo every Friday night at English Consul Volunteer Fire Department, 2827 Michigan Avenue. Full kitchen and weekly dinner specials. Cash prizes and lots of fun. Hope to see you there.

English Consul Volunteer Fire Department  410-636-5010

Baltimore Highlands

7 p.m. to 11 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.

Park Volunteers Needed

Patapsco Valley State Park seeks volunteers to work in the Avalon History Center and Soldier's Delight visitor center on weekends, lead interpretative programs, guide nature walks and hikes, and assist with trail maintenance, invasive species control, park clean-ups, serpentine restoration, gardening, control station staffing, general maintenance, and more. Information: 410-465-3287; lmartin@dnr.state.md.us.

Patapsco Valley State Park  410-465-3287

Ellicott City

Bike Donations Needed

The Social Ministry Committee of First Lutheran Church, 3604 Chatham Rd. Ellicott City, will collect donations of used bikes on May 10, 9 a.m. to noon, in the church parking lot. A $10 per bike donation (checks accepted) is suggested to defray shipping costs. All repairable adult and children's bicycles will be accepted, as well as sewing machines and cell phones. Donations will benefit Bikes for the World, which provides bikes to people in underdeveloped countries. A receipt will be provided for all material and cash donations. Information: socialministry@firstlutheranec.org; 410-465-2977; www.bikesfortheworld.org.

First Lutheran Church  410-465-2977

3604 Chatham Rd. Ellicott City

9 a.m. to noon

PETS Volunteers Needed

Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services, which teaches riding skills to P.G. Co. residents with disabilities free of charge, seeks volunteers age 14 and older for its 2008 program, to be held from April to September on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings at Prince George's Equestrian Center, Upper Marlboro. Volunteers can earn community service hours. Information: 301-627-4308; www.pets-inc.org.

Progressive Equestrian Therapeutic Services, Inc  301-627-4308

Upper Marl, MD

5 p.m. to 9 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

Learn to Row Program

The Annapolis Rowing Club will offer rowing lessons, for beginners age 18 and older, beginning on May 10, June 7, June 21, and July 12. Lessons consist of four sessions totaling 16 hours of instruction. Participants will learn the basics of rowing and rowing safety. Fee is $160. Information: www.annapolisrowingclub.com.

Annapolis Rowing Club  None

Annapolis MD 21403

7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Vincent's Run 5K Run/Walk

A 5K run/walk fund-raiser will be held on May 10 at 8:30 a.m. at Hillsmere Elementary School, Annapolis. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. Fee is $20 for age 18 and older and $5 for age 17 and younger. There will be a bone marrow drive from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Information: www.vincentsrun.org.

Vincent DiBerardinis Foundation, Inc  410-280-6226

Hillsmere Elementary, Annapolis

Volunteer Tutors and Mentors Needed

"Speakers, Tutors, Achievement, Retention, and Success" a mentoring and tutoring program located in Laurel, seeks volunteer mentors and tutors for ages 16 to 24 who want to lead a successful life. Tutors are needed for math and literacy skills in preparation for the GED. One-on-one tutoring is held on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 p.m. Training and support is provided. Information: 301-362-6045; coliton.gloria@jobcorps.org.

STARS  301-362-6045

Laurel, MD 20724

3:45 a.m. to 5:15 a.m.

Flea Market and Flower Mart

The Halethorpe-Relay United Methodist Men will sponsor a Flea Market and Flower Mart on Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4513 Ridge Ave., Halethorpe. Lunch and dessert will be available. Information: 410-242-5918.

Halethorpe-Relay United Methodist Men  410-242-5918

Halethorpe, MD 21227

8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anne Arundel County Spring Job Fair

The Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation will host the annual Anne Arundel County Spring Job Fair on Thursday, May 15, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. at the Sheraton BWI Airport Hotel, 1100 Old Elkridge Landing Rd., Linthicum. Businesses will have the opportunity to meet qualified individuals for job openings through immediate, face-to-face contact with potential candidates. Registration for business participants is being accepted. Information: 410-799-9099, ext. 108; www.aawdc.org.

Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation  410-987-3890

Sheraton BWI Hotel

2 p.m. to 5:30 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.

Celebrate Recovery

Chapelgate Church offers the 12-step program, Celebrate Recovery, which deals with addictive, compulsive and dysfunctional behaviors involving pride, anger, alcohol, drugs, food, gambling, envy, greed, pornography, shopping, and more. The program uses a Christian approach as the foundation and power source for authentic, lasting recovery. Refreshments are served prior to the meeting. Child care is available.

Chapelgate Church  410-442-5800

Marriottsville, MD

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Mother's Day Prayer Breakfast

Greater Rhema Word Ministries will hold a Mother's Day Prayer Breakfast on May 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Best Western Hotel, 5910 Princess Garden Pkwy., Lanham. Information: 301-808-3930.

Greater Rhema Word Ministries  301-808-3930

College Park

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Crafters Needed

Crafters are needed for the Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival, to be held on May 31 (rain date, June 1) from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Information: 410-757-0593; www.cscia.org.

Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival  410-757-0593

Main Beach Cape St. Claire

10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Basket Bingo

The Guilford Elementary School PTA will hold a Basket Bingo on Friday, May 9, at 6 p.m. at the Lodge, 2832 Nine Mile Circle. There will be 20 regular games, 3 raffles, 3 specials, 50/50 raffle and door prizes. Extra game packs available. All baskets will be stuffed with merchandise and gift certificates. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Information/tickets: 410-381-1393.

Guildford Elementary PTA  410-381-1393

Catonsville, Maryland

6 p.m. to 10 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.

Journeying Through Grief

First Lutheran Church, 3604 Chatham Rd., Ellicott City, offers a support group for those who have experienced a loss by death, divorce, etc., on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Sessions include "A Time To Grieve" on May 13; "Experiencing Grief" on May 20;  Finding Hope and Healing on May 27; "Rebuilding and Remembering" on June 3; and "God's Aloha Communion Service" on June 10. Free; $10 cost for four "Journeying Through Grief" books. To register: 410-465-2977.

First Lutheran Church  410-465-2977

3604 Chatham Rd. Ellicott City

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Girl's Conference and Expo

The A Step Closer Foundation will host its inaugural "She Matters" girl's empowerment conference and expo on May 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at New Town High School, Owings Mills. There will be workshops, vendors, exhibitors, performances, and networking. Sponsors and vendors are needed. Information: www.impactu2.com; 888-672-2882.

Universal Impact &A Step Closer Foundation  None

10 a.m. to 6 p.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.

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

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

Crafters Wanted

Union United Methodist Church, Upper Marlboro, seeks crafters for its first Craft Show, to be held on May 10, in celebration of "Women's Day." Fee. Information: 240-893-4581.

Union United Methodist Church  240-892-4581

Upper Marlboro Md 20772

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lake Shore VFC Carnival

The Lake Shore VFC will hold a Carnival from May 22 to 31 on the Brumwell's flea market grounds, Mountain Rd., Pasadena. There will be a parade on May 25 (participants are needed) and a Kid's Night on May 28. Ride-all-night armbands cost $20. Hours are from 6 to 10 p.m. on weeknights and 5 to 11 p.m. on weekends. Information: 443-306-1633; 410-777-5626.

Lake Shore VFC inc.  410-777-5626

Pasadena MD 21122

6 p.m. to 11 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.

Yard Sale

Reservoir High School, 1550 Scaggsville Rd., Fulton, will hold a Yard Sale on June 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spaces are available. Concessions will be available. Information: 301-776-7976; www.RHSyardsale@comcast.net.

Reservoir High School  301-776-7976

Parking Lot

7:30 a.m. to 3 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.

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.

Hershey Park Trip

The Trinity Baptist Church Youth Ministry will sponsor a trip to Hershey Park on July 19. Information: 202-526-4414.

Trinity Baptist Church  202-526-4414

Washington, DC 20002

8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Parenting Workshop

Shepherd's Life Church of God will host the parenting workshop, "Where Do We Go From Here: Successfully Launching Your Child to College," on May 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. Refreshments will be served. Free. Information: 443-799-4164; www.shepherdslife.org.

Shepherd's Life Church of God  443-799-4164

Ellicott City, MD 21043

9 a.m. to noon

Fitness and Sports Medicine Clinic

Howard County General Hospital will hold a Fitness and Sports Medicine Clinic on June 14 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Lord and Taylor Court of the Mall in Columbia. Screenings will include blood pressure, osteoporosis, pulmonary function, posture, and strength. Information: 410-740-7601.

Howard County General Hospital  410-740-7646

Columbia, MD

Flea Market Vendors Needed

Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church has spaces available for its Flea Market, to be held on June 7 (rain date, June 14) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Set-up will be held at 8 a.m. Free. Registration is required: 410-442-2475; churchbooks@hotmail.com.

Shepherd of the Glen Lutheran Church  410-442-2475

Glenwwod, Howard County

8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Yard Sale

Animal Advocates of Howard County will hold its annual Yard Sale, with home decor, kitchenware, books, toys, furniture, and baked goods, on May 17 on the Applications and Research Laboratory parking lot, 10920 Rte. 108. Donations of household items are needed and are tax-deductible. Information: 410-880-2488, ext. 3; www.animal-advocates.org.

Animal Advocates of Howard County  410-880-2488

10920 Route 108, Ellicott City MD

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Howard County Relay For Life

Howard County Relay For Life, an American Cancer Society overnight fund-raiser celebrating cancer survivorship, will be held from June 6 to 7 at Hammond High School, Columbia, with Opening Ceremonies at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Survivors' Walk. A Kids' Walk will begin at 7:30 p.m., and a Luminaria Ceremony will begin at dusk. Registration is requested for the Survivors' Reception, to be held on June 6 at 5 p.m. Information: hcrelay@hotmail.com; www.howardrfl.com.

Relay For Life  410-313-6592

Hammond High School, Columbia, MD

6:30 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Sixty-Plus Wills and Legal Screening Program

The Howard County Office on Aging will offer its Sixty-Plus Wills and Legal Screening program, for county residents age 60 and older, on May 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Bain Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia, by appointment. An attorney will assist with simple wills, powers of attorney, living wills, small estates, and deed changes. Cost of document preparation is determined by income. Appointments: 410-313-7213.

Howard County Office on Aging  410-313-7391

Columbia MD 21036

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Sixty-Plus Wills and Legal Screening

The Howard County Office on Aging will offer its Sixty-Plus Wills and Legal Screening program, for county residents age 60 and older, on May 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Ellicott City Senior Center, 9401 Frederick Rd., by appointment. An attorney will assist with simple wills, powers of attorney, living wills, small estates, and deed changes. Cost of document preparation is determined by income. Appointments: 410-313-1400.

Howard County Office on Aging  410-313-7391

Columbia MD 21036

1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Community Flea Market

The Atholton SDA Church, 6520 Martin Rd., Columbia, will host a Community Flea Market and annual flower sale on May 18 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables are available for $15 each. Reservations: 410-740-5030; dbaier@atholton.us.

Atholton SDA Church  410-740-5030

Columbia, MD

8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sierra Club Hike

Sierra Club of Howard County will hold a moderate, 8-mile hike with some stream crossings on May 17 at Morgan's Run, Liberty Reservoir. Participants should bring lunch and water and meet at the Bagel Bin, Enchanted Forest Shopping Center, Rte. 40, for a 9 a.m. departure. Information: 410-964-1902; jameshike@verizon.net.

Sierra Club of Howard County  301-725-3306

Columbia, MD

9 a.m. to 2 a.m.