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🌱 HS Hosts Archaeological Dig + Celebree School Now Hiring!

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Hey, people of Laurel! Alexis Goring here with your brand-new Laurel Daily.

First, today's weather:

Very warm with some sun. High: 80 Low: 59.

Here are the top four stories in Laurel today:

  1. Do you aspire to being an Indiana Jones-like archaeologist? This Saturday, (Oct. 16), the Laurel Historical Society is offering you the chance to fulfill that dream by taking part in a real archaeological excavation at the Pallotti High School Campus. The dig is part of ongoing research at the Ninth Street houses there and takes place on International Archaeology Day. Participation is free. Registration is requested. For reservations and information, email info@laurelhistoricalsociety.org or call 301-725-7975. (Laurel Historical Society)
  2. UpStage Artists will present a production of Frankenstein on Halloween weekend. Watch the actors perform this classic tale of terror live on stage. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at www.upstageartists.com/current-production/. If you have any questions, email UpStage at info@upstageartists.com. (Facebook)
  3. Movies on the Potomac is an entertainment option. Bring your chairs, grab food to go from one of the local dining establishments, and meet on National Harbor Plaza's big screen area for an evening of fun for all ages! Enjoy watching Halloween classics. (NationalHarbor.com)
  4. Celebree School of Laurel is hiring full time and part time staff for infants, toddlers, pre-k children, assistant teachers, and aides. The daycare hours will be from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Please contact at laurel@celebreeschool.com to schedule an interview. (Celebree.com)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Soccer @ Crossland HS - CMIT Academy North - High Public Charter (3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)
  • Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market — Open on 9701 Fort Meade Road (9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
  • Life Line Screening in Laurel —Life Line Screening is the world's leading provider of preventive health screenings. It is coming to Laurel today! The screenings offer a five-test package to thoroughly check you for risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease and other chronic conditions. The combination of these test help detect problems – before you have symptoms and while your doctor can still take action. (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Ready 2 Read Storytime for Ages 3 to 5 — Join this outdoor storytime in front of the library to enjoy books, songs, fingerplays and more! The status, location, or format of this event may change based on COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Register via the link on this page or by calling (240) 455-5451 to show interest and to receive event updates. (10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
  • Laurel Park Racing (1:00 p.m. to 3:24 p.m.)
  • Ladies Garage Party — This event will be hosted by Old Glory Harley-Davidson in Laurel. (6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • PGCPS: *PLEASE NOTE* Since schools are closed for students on Friday for professional development, this week's meal distribution for virtual students will occur today! (Instagram)
  • Laurel Parks & Recreation: It's not too late to register for our upcoming weekend trip to Busch Gardens Oct. 16 to Oct. 17. Please note the price listed is per person and includes two-day admission to Busch Gardens for its HALL-O-SCREAM event. (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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