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🌱Thrifty Teacher Hosts Summer Camp + Healing Walks On D.C. Mall

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Happy Monday, Laurel! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Cold; a p.m. snow shower. High: 37 Low: 21.

Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

  1. Apprentice Jockey Jeiron Barbosa, age 18, won first two US Mounts at Laurel Park last Friday. He made an immediate splash on the American racing scene by winning with each of his first two domestic mounts. Aboard Magic Stable's Heliacal Rising, Barbosa raced in mid-pack before sweeping to the lead on the far outside at the top of the stretch and passing Claudio Gonzalez-trained stablemate Chica Rabiosa to capture Friday's opener, a one-mile claimer for 3-year-old fillies. (Paulick Report)
  2. Maryland law enforcement are seeking a suspect and their vehicle in connection with the shooting death of a tow-truck driver on U.S. Route 50 in Prince George's County. Maryland State Police recently released images of a man suspected of shooting and killing Delonte Hicks on eastbound Route 50. Detectives believe Hicks and the suspect were involved in an argument while driving east on Route 50 when the suspect pulled a gun and fired into Hicks' vehicle then drove off before the police arrived. (WTOP)
  3. The Thrifty Teacher in Laurel is hosting a summer camp for kids! Register by March 31 to save 20% on Art Summer Camp. Attend this event, in person, Monday through Friday from 8:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for artistic fun! All materials are provided for daily artistic creations, along with one featured fun activity per week (field trips, guest speakers, etc.). This camp is for school-aged children 5-12. (The Thrifty Teacher)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Creative Quest: Art from the Holocaust's Second Generation—On view in The Rouse Company Foundation Gallery in Columbia from March 1 through April 28, Creative Quest: Art from the Holocaust's Second Generation features work by seven artists who are children of Holocaust survivors. They are individual voices of the Second Generation. The themes they address reflect the intense nature of their family history. For more information, visit this website, www.howardcc.edu/galleries (10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.)
  • Brown Gurl Meet Up "Healing Walks"—Mental and Physical Health meet-up with the girls! Clear your mind while getting your miles in! We meet every Monday, starting at The Carousel on the National Mall in D.C. (6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
  • Piano Jazz at Tagliata in Baltimore—To complement the restaurant's menu and decor, guests will be able to hear some of Baltimore's most talented musicians play Tagliata's 1926 Steinway piano 7 nights a week in the lounge. Pasta, wine and live piano will make every night out even more memorable! (6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
  • English Conversation Club (Virtual)—Practice English conversation in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome but space is limited. For new English learners. (7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Prince George's County Police: Freezing for a reason! The Polar Bear Plunge is one of our favorite events of the year! Chief Aziz and dozens of officers braved the cold waters to support the amazing athletes of Maryland Special Olympics. (Instagram)
  • Emergency Manager and PIO Kasey Thomas, Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management: Resolve to be Ready, Month 3: Unique Needs - Now that you have made a plan and built a kit, it's time to tailor them to meet your family's unique needs. (Nextdoor)
  • Public Information, Bowie Police Department: The Bowie Police Department will be hosting a virtual Town Hall, referencing topics surrounding Bowie High School and recent incidents in the surrounding areas. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Wellington Estates: I'm selling a 2018 Honda Civic LX for $22,500 with 32,500 miles. It has a clean title and hasn't had any accidents. Tires are great and it drives well. I'm also transferring a remaining 5 year warranty. (Nextdoor)

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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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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