Anne Arundel Community Events May 15-22, 2008

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Thursday 15

SENIORS CONTINUING EDUCATION, ongoing registration for a variety of summer classes offered by Anne Arundel Community College at all county senior centers. Classes begin the week of July 7. Administrative fee: $40, plus $40 per course for ages 55-59. Annapolis Senior Center, 410-222-1818; Arnold Senior Center, 410-222-1922; Brooklyn Park Senior Center, 410-222-6847; O'Malley Senior Center,410-222-6227; Pasadena Senior Center,410-222-0030; Pascal Senior Center,410-222-6680; and South County Senior Center, 410-222-1927.

"BABIES IN BLOOM" STORY TIME, for children 2 and younger accompanied by an adult, with stories, songs, rhymes and finger plays; followed by a discussion of how to care for children 5 and younger, hosted by Tot's Line, a county information and referral service. 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Annapolis Area Library, 1410 West St., Annapolis. Free. 410-222-1750 or http://www.aacpl.net.

"HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS," for teenagers, a discussion of the book by J.K. Rowling by library staff; a maximum of 25 participants. 7-8 p.m., West County Area Library, 1325 Annapolis Rd., Odenton. Free, registration required. 410-222-6277 or http://www.aacpl.net.

WORM COMPOST CLASS, information on how to create compost using worms, a non-credit, continuing education class. 7-9 p.m., Anne Arundel Community College, 101 College Pkwy., Arnold. $34, registration required. 410-777-2325 or http://www.aacc.edu.

"SOCIAL SECURITY AND THE FEDERAL RETIREE," discussed by a representative of the Social Security Administration during a meeting of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association; refreshments served. 10 a.m., Bowie City Hall, Room 204, 2614 Kenhill Dr., Bowie. Free. Call Dorothy Campbell, 301-464-6372.

Friday 16

PATUXENT REFUGE BIRD WALK, for age 16 and older, a guided hike to search for birds in several habitats; field guides and binoculars recommended. 7:30-10 a.m., National Wildlife Visitor Center, Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

GLEN BURNIE SENIORS PATIO PARTY, music by Bob Lee, light refreshments served. 12:30-2 p.m., Pascal Senior Center, 125 Dorsey Rd., Glen Burnie. Free. 410-222-6680.

CANCER PROGRAM OPEN HOUSE, meet the staff of the Tate Center's Image Recovery Center and learn about services that help patients deal with appearance changes resulting from cancer treatments; refreshments and door prizes offered. 5-7 p.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 305 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie. Free. 410-553-8119.

Saturday 17

KIDS OUTDOOR EDUCATION, for third- through fifth-graders, learn about team building and problem solving through games and other activities, led by a park ranger; not for organized groups; space is limited. 11 a.m. Saturday and May 24, Kinder Farm Park, main parking lot, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Free, registration required; parking, $5. 410-222-6115 or http://www.kinderfarmpark.org.

PATUXENT REFUGE BIRD WALK, a guided hike to search for birds in several habitats; field guides and binoculars recommended. 8:15-10 a.m., Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, Route 198, between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

BABYSITTER CLASS , for ages 11-13, information on how to nurture and guide young children. Topics include basic child care, problem behavior and first aid; maximum of 16 participants; bring lunch. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Dr. Constantine Padussis Conference Center, 301 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie. $50, registration required. 410-787-4367 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

"SHRED-A-RAMA II," an opportunity for residents to bring documents to four locations and watch them be destroyed by a shredding truck. Residents may bring up to four hand-held file boxes containing documents. Documents must be taken out of binders, and metal clips must be removed. Only paper is accepted. Film, X-rays, cassette tapes and computer disks are not accepted. Sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Police Community Relations Council. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., North County, parking lot of Brooklyn Park Middle School, 200 Hammonds Lane, Baltimore; West County, parking lot of Cancun Cantina, 7501 Old Telegraph Rd., Hanover; East County, Anne Arundel County Police headquarters, 8495 Veterans Hwy., Millersville; and South County, parking lot of South River High School, 200 Central Ave. E., Edgewater. Donations accepted. 410-222-7233.

SMITHSONIAN "OPEN HOUSE ON THE BAY," meet researchers, take a boat ride or hayride and climb the research tower, with children's activities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd., Edgewater. $2; children, $1. 301-238-2737 or http://www.serc.si.edu.

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP, led by master gardeners. Compost unit or troubleshooting guides distributed while supplies last. 10-11 a.m., Quiet Waters Park, Wildwood Trail, composting demonstration site, 600 Quiet Waters Park Rd., Annapolis. Free admission; $5 per vehicle. 410-222-1777.

REFUGE DRAGONFLY PROGRAM, for age 12 and older, information about dragonflies and a search for them. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., National Wildlife Visitor Center, Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel. Free. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

CROFTON MEDIEVAL ENTERTAINMENT, for children age 7 and older and adults, with a troupe of medieval costumed actors and stories, songs, games, combat demonstrations and displays of arts and crafts. Co-sponsored by the Anne Arundel Scottish Festival Inc. 11 a.m., Crofton Area Branch library, 1681 Riedel Rd. Free. 410-222-7915 or http://www.aacpl.net.

CULINARY HERBS PROGRAM, for adults, information on the historical uses of herbs and the health benefits that have been associated with them. 1 p.m., Kinder Farm Park, Comfort Station, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Free, registration required; parking, $5. 410-222-6115 or http://www.kinderfarmpark.org.

ANIMAL SKULL EXAMINATION, for age 12 and older, a naturalist discusses what a skull reveals about the animal's life. 1-2:30 p.m., Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, Visitor Contact Station, Route 198, between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5763 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP,1 p.m. the third Saturday of each month, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Sajak Pavilion, Suite 250, 2001 Medical Pkwy., Annapolis. Free. 410-263-6982 or http://www.aahs.org.

REFUGE OWL PROWL, guided hike to search for the nocturnal bird. 7:30-9:30 p.m., Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, Route 198, between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

MARYLAND BOATING SAFETY COURSE, for age 10 and older, a two-part course on the rules and fundamentals; boating safety certificates issued, children 10-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult; sponsored by the Friends of Downs Park. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday and May 24, Downs Park, 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena. $25, registration required. 410-222-6230.

Sunday 18

BEES AND HERBS, information on beekeeping and the modern and historic uses of herbs. 1-4 p.m., Hancock's Resolution, 2795 Bayside Beach Rd., Pasadena. Free. 410-255-4048 or http://www.historichancocksresolution.org.

HERP SEARCH, a guided search for reptiles and amphibians, led by a refuge naturalist. 2-3:30 p.m., Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, Visitor Contact Station, Route 198, between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5763 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

KIDS BIRD PROGRAM , for ages 8-10, an interactive program about birds. 2-3:30 p.m., National Wildlife Visitor Center, Patuxent Research Refuge, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel. Free, registration required. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

Monday 19

COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF AGING, representatives from the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging offer information about services and answer questions. 8-10 a.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center storefront, Arundel Mills, 7000 Arundel Mills Cir., Hanover. Free. 410-787-4367 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

LOW-COST PRIMARY HEALTH CARE, the Governor's Wellmobile, for uninsured and under-insured Maryland residents. 1-5 p.m., Anne Arundel Community College, Ring Road between Johnson and Math buildings, 101 College Pkwy., Arnold. Medical visits, $10; physicals, $20; walk-in patients welcome but hours subject to change. For appointments, call 410-777-2480.

LIBRARY GAME NIGHT, for schoolchildren and their families, card and board games and a snack provided. 7-8:30 p.m., Maryland City at Russett Branch library, 3501 Russett Common, Laurel. Free. 301-725-2390 or http://www.aacpl.net.

MARINE RADAR COURSE, for all experience levels, information on using radar for piloting and navigation, conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. 7-9:30 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, Hillsmere Elementary School, 3052 Arundel on the Bay Rd., Annapolis. $50, registration required by Friday. Call Michael E. Prokopchak, 410-798-5952.

PHOTOGRAPHY PROGRAM, Ferrell McCollough discusses high dynamic range images during a meeting of the Bowie-Crofton Camera Club. 7:30 p.m., All Saints Lutheran Church, Mount Oak Road and Route 301. Free. 301-604-7772, http://www.b-ccc.org or e-mail membership@b-ccc.org.

Tuesday 20

PATUXENT REFUGE BIRD WALK, for age 16 and older, a guided hike to search for birds in several habitats; field guides and binoculars recommended. 8:15-10:45 a.m., Patuxent Research Refuge, North Tract, Route 198, between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32, Laurel. Free. 301-497-5887 or http://patuxent.fws.gov.

STROKE AWARENESS DAY, stroke risk assessments, screenings for blood pressure and cholesterol, and information on research studies, medication, nutrition, smoking cessation and stroke rehabilitation. 8:30-11:30 a.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Dr. Constantine Padussis Conference Center, 301 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie. Free. 410-787-4367 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS,9:30-11 a.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center storefront, Arundel Mills, 7000 Arundel Mills Cir., Hanover. Free. 410-787-4367 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

ANNAPOLIS MOTHER GOOSE STORY TIME, for ages 2-5, stories, songs and a craft. 10 a.m., Annapolis Area Library, 1410 West St. Free. 410-222-1750 or http://www.aacpl.net.

SENIORS CHARITABLE GIVING TALK , Brian Moe, Maryland deputy secretary of state, discusses how to make informed decisions when giving money to charitable organizations, how to avoid scams and how to determine whether a charity is reputable. 10:30 a.m., O'Malley Senior Center, 1275 Odenton Rd., Odenton. Free. 410-222-6227.

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM,1-2:30 p.m., Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities, Heritage Center, fourth floor, 2666 Riva Rd., Annapolis. Free. 410-222-4436, Ext. 3043.

Wednesday 21

CROFTON TEDDY BEAR STORY TIME, for children 2-5 and an adult, bear stories, songs and activities, bring a blanket. 10-11 a.m., Crofton Area Branch library, 1681 Riedel Rd. Free. 410-222-7915 or http://www.aacpl.net.

PRESCHOOLERS NATURE HOUR, for children 3-5 with an adult, a discussion about flowers with a park ranger, a hike and a take-home craft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Free, reservations required. 410-222-6115 or http://www.kinderfarmpark.org.

EDGEWATER SENIORS ENTERTAINMENT, dance to the music of the Greg MacDonald Band. 1-3 p.m., South County Senior Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater. Free. 410-222-1927.

JOINT REPLACEMENT SURGERY, discussed by physician assistants and nurse practitioners. 4 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month, Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 301 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie. Free. 410-553-8282 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP, Joslin Circle, for people with diabetes, and their families. 5:30-7 p.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Joslin Diabetes Center, Suite 223, 300 Hospital Dr., Glen Burnie. Free. 410-787-4940 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Moving Forward, for women who have received a diagnosis of breast cancer within the past two years. 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of each month, Anne Arundel Medical Center, Donner Community Health Pavilion, Oncology Conference Room, 2001 Medical Pkwy., Annapolis. Free. 443-481-5300 or http://www.aahs.org.

"CHICKS WITH STICKS," for mothers and daughters, a discussion of the book by Elizabeth Lenhard by library staff; a maximum of 25 participants. 7 p.m., Annapolis Area Library, 1410 West St., Annapolis. Free, registration required. 410-222-1750 or http://www.aacpl.net.

Thursday 22

GLEN BURNIE SENIORS ENTERTAINMENT, Motown, oldies and standards by vocalist Charles Lee. 12:30 p.m., Pascal Senior Center, 125 Dorsey Rd., Glen Burnie. 410-222-6680.

FOOT SCREENINGS, by podiatrist Jenny Nguyen. 8-10 a.m., Baltimore Washington Medical Center storefront, Arundel Mills, 7000 Arundel Mills Cir., Hanover. Free. 410-787-4367 or http://www.bwmc.umms.org.

-- Compiled by SHARON FANNING

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