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🌱 Eight Horses Die At Laurel Park + UMD Brilliant Minds Honored

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Hey, neighbors! It's me again, Alexis Goring, your host of the Laurel Daily.

First, today's weather:

Cooler; breezy in the morning. High: 52 Low: 36.

Here are the top four stories today in Laurel:

  1. Next door to Laurel, Greenbelt Recreation's 50th annual Juried Art and Craft Fair is taking place both online and in-person this year. The in-person weekend is Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Greenbelt Community Center and Youth Center. The online portion will continue through Dec. 19. Online shopping and in-person show information are available at www.greenbeltmd.gov/craft. There are 72 local artisans who will be presenting their work ranging from decorative pottery, clothing, accessories, jewelry, toys, paintings, photography, books by local authors and much more! For additional arts program information: www.greenbeltmd.gov/arts or call 301-397-2208. (The Hyattsville Wire)
  2. Eight horses died at Laurel Park after suffering fractures on track since October and as a result, weekend racing was cancelled. Track officials at Laurel Park suspended thoroughbred workouts and called off three planned racing cards for this weekend after the eight horses suffered fatal fractures. (Baltimore Sun)
  3. Several outstanding seniors who attend the University of Maryland worked to address climate change, education gaps, diversity, equity and inclusion. One senior wrote a textbook. Another has already been admitted to Harvard Law School, but first will serve in the Teach for America program. The Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars program also honors the faculty and K-12 teachers who helped mentor these brilliant minds. (Maryland Today)
  4. The National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants supports the Slavery Remembrance Day Resolution as introduced on Nov. 17 by Congressman Al Green and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, designating August 20 as Slavery Remembrance Day. It is believed that Public Acts of atonement by the United States Government are necessary as part of healing the nation through reparations. (EIN News)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Family Friday: Heart Snowman — Create with your family member and make it match! Single artist and family member discount tickets available! Family Friday: Buy one ticket, and get add-ons for $10! Class is ideal for artists ages 5+. Price: $10-35 (6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
  • Holiday Open House — Browse Unique Laurel Gifts at Museum Open House through Dec. 5. (12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Laurel Park Racing — Attend this horse racing event that starts (12:25 p.m.)
  • Photos With Santa at The Mall At Prince George's — Visit Santa in Center Court to capture your Christmas holiday memories. Reservations are encouraged but not required to have a photo taken with Santa. (12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
  • Chocolate City Monologues 2.0 — Take a walk down memory lane in a fun and lively storytelling performance about Washington, D.C. once known as Chocolate City. (5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
  • Holiday Book Festival!—The White House Historical Association will be hosting a week long lunchtime Holiday Book Festival with different authors featured each day! Signing Daily: Marcia Anderson and Kristen Mason authors of The Official White House Ornament: Collected Stories of A Holiday Tradition. (12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
  • The Baylor Project —"The Baylor Project" is an innovative collaboration merging the talents and creativity of the dynamic husband and wife duo, Marcus and Jean Baylor. Both artists have established themselves in the music community, Marcus as a jazz musician having toured and recorded with the likes of Kenny Garrett, Cassandra Wilson and Joshua Redman. Jean first established herself in R&B as a platinum selling recording artist and later emerged in jazz having recorded and toured with the likes of Kenny Garrett and legendary bassist Buster Williams. Together, The Baylors create an eclectic sound that feels soulful, melodic, spiritual and buoyant! (7:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • City of Laurel - Government: Recognize these vehicles? LPD needs to hear from you. (Facebook)
  • Laurel Parks & Recreation: Time to deck your halls and register for the Annual Holiday Spirit Awards decorating contest. To nominate a home, call the Department of Parks and Recreation at 301-725-7800 or email us at parks@laurel.md.us by Dec. 10. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! See you all tomorrow for another update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Alexis Goring

About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.

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