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Algae Blooms Reported In Charles County Waters
The Charles County Department of Health has announced that concentrations of a blue-green algae called microcystis have been found in Mattawoman Creek and the Potomac River.
Such algae blooms can occur in nutrient-rich environments and have the potential to be harmful in high concentrations or if they produce toxins, health officials said.
When bathers see bright-green water, sometimes with a surface scum that resembles green paint, they should not swim in the area or drink the water. Pets and livestock should also be kept away from it, officials said.
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Chesapeake Chorus Raises Money for Hospice House
The Chesapeake Community Chorus, which is in its sixth year of presenting sacred music concerts, is raising money for the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House.
The chorus begins practice for its upcoming season at 4 p.m. Aug. 31 at Mount Harmony/Lower Marlboro United Methodist Church, in Owings. The chorus is seeking new singers; no auditions are necessary. Practices are held every two weeks.
Churches are also being sought for the concerts. Churches interested in sponsoring a benefit concert should call Larry Brown at 301-855-7277.
Offerings made during concert intermissions are donated to the Burnett-Calvert Hospice House. For information, go to http:/
Public Relations Group Plans Luncheon Meeting
Public Relations in Southern Maryland (PRISM) will have a luncheon meeting at Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park and Arts Center at noon Thursday, A panel discussion will be held about using the arts in public relations and marketing.
Panel members will include Peggy Palmer, executive director of the Charles County Chesapeake Bay Floating Theatre; Laurell Aiton, director of corporate communications at Smartronix in California; and Stacey Hann-Ruff, director of Annmarie Garden.
Annemarie Garden is at 13480 Dowell Road in Solomons. Lunch will be provided by Four Winds Cafe.
For reservations, call Gretchen Heinze at 301-885-0108 or e-mail gretchen.heinze@charlescommunityfoundation.org.
Online registration is available at http:/
Registration is required by noon Tuesday.
