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🌱 Laurel Native Makes Film About Women's Basketball + Babyface At MGM

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Laurel.

Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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(Patch Media)

Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Sunny and warmer. High: 59 Low: 41.

Here are the top stories three today in Laurel:

  1. The City of Laurel is celebrating Earth Day Friday, April 22 by announcing a new recycling program that will be good for the environment and good for residents as well as Department of Public Works crews. (City of Laurel)
  2. Laurel native Melanie Page, graduated from college then moved to California and embarked on a career in film. However, the pandemic changed her plans. She returned home to Laurel and volunteered as an assistant coach with her mother's AAU team. As she worked with her mother's players, Page realized the impact basketball had on her life and the lives of players throughout the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia) area. As a filmmaker, Page hopes to capture that essence in "Can't Retire From This" which is a four-part documentary series highlighting women's basketball in the DMV, and the role the game plays in uplifting local youth. (Just Women's Sports)
  3. Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds has won 12 Grammys throughout his career. Saturday (April 23) and Sunday (April 24), he will perform live at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill with R&B musician Kem and comedian Sherri Shepherd. During this event, the audience will hear a collection of songs Babyface wrote for others and recorded himself. (WTOP)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Dr. Patty Hogan Seminar at Laurel Park—Internationally renowned veterinarian surgeon Dr. Patty Hogan will speaking on injuries in racehorses and preventative measures. Listen, ask questions and enjoy refreshments in the Conference Center in the Grandstand. Priority for tickets will be given to trainers, owners, assistant trainers and veterinarians. (11:00 a.m.)
  • Kids Eat Free Night—Bring your kids to a free meal every Wednesday night at Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill. Receive one free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree every Wednesday after 4:00 p.m. This offer applies to dine-in orders only. Only kids 10 years old and under are eligible. (4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
  • Swahili Live Wednesdays | AfroHouse & AfroBeats (After Work Social)—This social takes place at Swahili Village - The Consulate DC. Enjoy amazing food, VIP Bottle Packages and Great Music Vibes. Celebrate life! Must be 21+ to attend. IDs required. (5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
  • Brain Injury Families and Friends Support Group at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital in NW D.C.—Connect with members of the D.C. area brain injury community and meet other families who are going through the same things you are. Hear from brain injury survivors and their families and learn about the resources that are available to help you. For more information, contact Ellen Ramsay (BIADC) at 301-641-4793. (5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
  • Balloon Artist at sweetFrog Catonsville—We are so excited to have a balloon artist from Bubbles Productions in-store today. Hop in with the kids for a balloon flower or a balloon sword! It's the sweetest free fun in town! (6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
  • Live Band Karaoke in Union District Oyster Bar & Lounge—Enjoy Union District's live band karaoke every Wednesday night featuring the Experience Band! (7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Laurel Police Department: Casting with Cops is less than a month away! Hopefully everyone is as ready as we are! Not only do we have fishing in the lake but we will also have some friendly competitions and games to try your hand at as well. (Facebook)
  • Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad Company 49: LVRS was happy to help with the City of Laurel's annual Laurel Lakes cleanup event on April 16. Crews assisted with the in-water portion at the base of the Lake by the dam. (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Remember to make your pledge to conserve water and save energy during Earth Month and you can win $3,000 toward your annual utility bills, water saving fixtures, and hundreds of prizes. (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Cherry Ln: Can someone recommend a contractor to install a small deck? Or possibly a cement patio with a fence? (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, West Laurel: I was just alerted of a small dog that was seen running down Ashland Dr in West Laurel around 11:00 a.m. It made a left on Windham Road. It looks like a small, golden cockapoo. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Old Town Laurel: I am looking for someone to clean out my dryer vent. I live in a condo on the ground floor. Dryer vent is around 15 feet or so. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Bowling Brook Farms: We have a new, faith-based, Christ-centered youth football program in the Laurel area. We are looking for athletes in grades 3 and 4 as we begin to build our program. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Bowling Brook Farms: In search of custom fireplace mantel. I have a wood burning fireplace, and I want to have the option of placing my TV on a shelf over top of the fireplace. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Arden Pointe: Free service from UMD Extension. Submit a question about lawns, gardening, plant selection, wildlife, insects, plant problems, etc. and get a response from an expert within 48 hours! (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Laurel Lakes: Lost dog running in neighborhood. Looks like a grey Pit Bull. I tried to give it food and ran from me. I hope it's okay! (Nextdoor)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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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