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🌱 Free Thanksgiving Turkey/Groceries + Booster Shots Encouraged

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Morning, people of Laurel! Alexis Goring here with a fresh Laurel Daily.

First, today's weather:

Increasing clouds. High: 48 Low: 34.

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Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

  1. Howard County General Hospital will offer free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots to residents of Howard County, ages 5 and older at clinics next week and into December. Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services will host one of the clinics. Children ages 5 to 17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Registration is required for all appointments. (Capital Gazette)
  2. Our country is still recovering from the pandemic. Many families don't know where their next meal will come from. During the holidays, several groups are offering Thanksgiving groceries, including turkey, for those in need. If you are in need this Thanksgiving, read this list detailing where to get free groceries and turkey in the D.C. area. (WJLA)
  3. Governor Larry Hogan recently announced that Maryland has expanded eligibility for COVID-19 boosters to include all adults. This expansion will help further the state's public health goal of maintaining immunity against severe COVID-19. According to Gov. Hogan, as of Nov. 19, Maryland has administered more than 800,000 booster shots. Hogan encourages all Marylanders to get a booster shot and maintain their immunity. (Maryland.gov)

Today in Laurel:

  • Friendsgiving "Thankful" Paint Nite — Bring your friends to celebrate Friendsgiving! Enjoy painting! Share a seasonal drink and a piece of pie from our pie bar! Classes are suggested for adults. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market —Open on 9701 Fort Meade Road (8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • She Tea Party —If you never been to a tea party then this is the place to be. Enjoy hearing two amazing speakers, a live band and so much more! Put on your fancy dress, your hat and gloves in meet us at The SHE Experience. Come expecting God to do something great in your life! Be rejuvenated, renewed and restored. (4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday Late Night Happy Hour — Hosted by 5 Sisters Restaurant (9:00 p.m.)
  • November Comedy Potluck —Come to Washington, D.C.'s first experimental comedy open mic show! Email comedypotluckdc@gmail.com if you would like to perform a sketch, character monologue, short story, musical performance, puppet show - whatever you like, as long as it's not traditional stand up or improv! Works in progress are accepted as well as finished pieces. This will be the final show at the Wonderland Ballroom. (6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)
  • Thanksgiving Drive-Thru Food Giveaway—Hosted at Laurel Elementary School (12:30 p.m.)
  • Picture Bingo at sweetFrog Laurel — It's time for some froyo fun! Bring the kids in for some fun, prizes and sweetFrog. The kids will play 3 games of BINGO, two lines and one coverall. The prize for winning the coverall, a small plush of Scoop or Cookie! At the end of this event, enjoy a kids cup of sweetFrog! Tickets are $10 for each participant. (12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.)
  • Holly Days Bazaar — The sweet smell of cookies, the red and green decorations, the homemade crafts, the ringing bells of St. Nick, raffles and a silent auction all await at the annual Holly Days Bazaar. St. Nick will be visiting from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and will be available for photos. No food will be available for breakfast or lunch. (9:00 a.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • City of Laurel: If you need food for a Thanksgiving meal, the Living Hope Church at 613 Montgomery Street is the place to be Tuesday, Nov. 23. (Facebook)
  • Laurel Police Department: *INFORMATION NEEDED* If you have any information on the individual pictured below please contact us at 301-498-0092. Anonymous tips can be sent to LPDtips@laurel.md.us (Facebook)

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— 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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