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Walking Tour Education On Lynching + New Vaccination Campaign

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's what's going on today in Laurel.

First, today's weather: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 93 Low: 74.

Here are the top four stories in Laurel today:

1. This year marks the 50th anniversary of Marvin Gaye's iconic album "What's Going On?"
To celebrate, Raheem DeVaughn is hosting a tribute concert at Wolf Trap this Saturday. (WTOP)

2. Prince George's County has reinstituted an indoor public mask mandate. County Executive Angela Alsobrooks said that masks will be required inside all county government buildings as COVID-19 cases continue to rise. (WTOP)

3. Last Sunday, a walking tour memorialized the first documented lynching in Prince George's County. The Prince George's County Lynching Memorial Project offers tours focused on educating the community about the history of lynchings throughout the county and the importance of racial justice through reconciliation. (WTOP)

4. Governor Larry Hogan recently announced "Don't Wait, Vaccinate," which is a new campaign to encourage parents and guardians to get their children caught up on routine vaccinations prior to the beginning of the new school year. To emphasize the importance of routine vaccinations, Gov. Hogan declared August as Immunization Awareness Month. (Maryland.gov)

5. Last month, Maryland workers celebrated a court victory, which allows them to continue collecting federal unemployment benefits. Representatives of a state hospitality union say the ruling is a lifesaver for the thousands of Marylanders still without jobs. (Public News Service)

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Today in Laurel

  • Crafternoon — Enjoy a morning of crafting. Weather permitting, limited to the first 15 participants ages 5-12 years old with adult. Materials will be provided. (11:00 a.m.)
  • Community Led Book Discussion — Attend this discussion of the book Educated by Tara Westover. (2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • Jump Rope by Kangaroo Kids — Want to learn basic single rope, Double Dutch and long rope skills? This camp is all about fun and fitness. Come improve your cardio-respiratory endurance, balance, coordination and muscular strength. Bring your beaded jump ropes, or purchase one at camp for $9. Registration: 410-313-7275. Info: Will Dunmore, 410-313-1697 or wdunmore@howardcountymd.gov. (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)
  • Photography: Digital Level 1 — Attend this educational event at the Montpelier Arts Center. (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
  • Power Walking — This event is for ages 13 and up (8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.)
  • Red Cross FA/CPR/AED Class — This course will prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults and pediatrics, and meets OSHA/workplace requirements. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a digital certificate for Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. (6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
  • Webinar |What does a Community Health Promotion & Education Specialist do? — Learn more about the Master of Science in Health Promotion at MUIH Health promotion and education specialists teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. Attend this webinar to learn more about the profession of health promotion and how you can make an impact through encouraging others to adopt healthier lifestyles. (12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
  • Uhuru Quilters Guild Exhibit — Montpelier House Museum presents the latest creations of the Uhuru Quilters Guild. Come see these beautiful works, a mix of full size and challenge size quilts featuring traditional as well as original designs. The Uhuru Quilters Guild seeks to promote the work and accomplishments of African American quilters and to preserve the tradition, culture and history of quilting. (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Little Scientist Camp — This field experience is only for teens participating as Junior Counselors (JRC) and have already enrolled in a JRC Training Camp. Registration: 410-313-7275. Info: Melissa Byrne mbyrne@howardcountymd.gov. (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
  • Free Acupuncture with Community Health Initiative (CHI) — Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad Company 49: More training for our Firefighter 1 graduates. Since we provide both fire and rescue services - new graduates must take what they have learned in class and show competency with basic fire and rescue techniques before being turned over as new firefighters. (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Congratulations to Kyle Snyder on bringing home Silver for #TeamUSA! (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Maryland's Tax Free Shopping Week has begun and will continue through August 14! Take advantage of this tax break. (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Starting at 10:00 a.m. on August 29 at the Laurel Municipal Center, 200 FREE BACKPACKS with SCHOOL SUPPLIES will be handed out to kids with an accompanying parent until they are gone! (Facebook)
  • Laurel Parks & Recreation: EVERYONE entering a City of Laurel building or facility must wear a face mask. (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Time to get creative and help Bernadette's House with their Board and Brush fundraiser on August 12, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.! (Facebook)
  • PGCPS: Today's vaccination clinic scheduled for Springhill Lake Elementary has been canceled. (Instagram)
  • City of Laurel Department of Economic and Community Development: The indoor mask mandate for all indoor venues and businesses is now in effect in Prince George's County.(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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