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🌱PGCPS Alum Inducted Into Hall of Fame + Community Clean Up ​

Here's a five-minute guide to everything going down around town today.

Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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(Patch Media)

Good morning, Laurel! It's Wednesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and warmer. High: 64 Low: 50.

Here are the top stories in Laurel today:

  1. David E. Talbert, PGCPS alum and award-winning filmmaker, was recently inducted into the PGCPS Alumni Hall of Fame. Talbert hosted a recording session and masterclass with high school media arts students. Participants learned hands-on lessons while operating cameras, troubleshooting audio and recording b-roll from behind the scenes. (PGCPS)
  2. Prince George's County police said while EMTs found a 16-year-old boy dying outside of a townhouse in Upper Marlboro, he wasn't shot there. Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks said she is praying for the boy whose family identified him as Quincy Barnes Dyson. Police Chief Malik Aziz said it has been a deadly year for teenagers in Prince George's County. (WTOP)
  3. Community Clean Up will happen Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Members of St. Mark's Methodist Church will lead the effort. All are welcome to join in this community fellowship project. (Facebook - Laurel Police Department)

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Today in Laurel:

  • The Music That Defined a Generation: Popular Singer-Songwriters Honored by the Kennedy Center — Pop music would not be the same without Carole King, Tina Turner, Billy Joel, and Neil Diamond. Their music defined the summer of a generation's youth, and now the whole world still sings their songs. In this two-session daytime series, join Sara Lukinson, filmmaker and writer for the Kennedy Center Honors for 38 years, to talk about the lives of these performing arts legends, enjoy clips of their performances, and explore what made them so moving, memorable, and exciting. (12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.)
  • TyrrellTech Fall Open House Extravaganza — TyrrellTech has a state of the art UV flatbed and UV gel printers on display from Canon — Mimaki's tried and true UV flatbed solution and UV print/cut printers. Laser Engraving solutions from Universal Laser and Kern Laser — print and cut and apparel solutions from Roland DGA—worktables that will save you time and so much more! There's much to see and to learn. (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Auricular Acupuncture at MUIH Main Campus — Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. Limit: Six participants per seating to ensure a safe, physically distanced, and peaceful experience. (5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
  • On-Campus Terrapin Tour — We ask that you please only register for one on-campus tour, as reserving multiple tour spots at once will limit the availability to others. To ensure the wellbeing and safety of our guests and campus community as we continue to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic, we ask that all registered individuals (and their guests) abide by UMD's guidelines which are aligned with federal, state and county guidelines for K-12 guests participating in events and activities on campus. (10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
  • Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Gaugin: A Turbulent Creativity — Attend this afternoon lecture by David Gariff that explores the differing personalities and approaches to modern painting espoused by Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890) and Paul Gauguin (1848-1903) during the brief time they lived and worked together in the yellow house in Arles. This lecture will also consider some of the latest theories about Van Gogh's death as well as new information about Gauguin's final days. (12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
  • LAUGH. Live Standup Comedy Open Mic — Every Wednesday, there is a gathering in the event room of Nottinghams's, in Columbia. Comics both professional and just starting out will showcase their acts. Please arrive 30 minutes early and ask for Seal Savoy or Phil Valdes, in the event room. Food and drink served all night. Get some stress relief. (8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • Laurel Police Department: *Community Clean Up* Join us Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. as we clean up the community with members of St. Mark's Methodist Church! All are welcome to join in this community fellowship project. (Facebook)
  • PGCPS: PG13 Season 6 Episode 10 – The postseason requires extra intensity and focus as students aim to meet challenges head on. Meanwhile, see a special bond between father and son in Springdale. (Instagram)

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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.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Laurel Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at alexiswritesforpatch@gmail.com.

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