A Family Affair Children's Center

We have a full preschool program serving children ages two through five years old. We use creative curriculum which is a theme based, teacher created curriculum. We have a music teacher who comes once a week and we take several field trips a year. Our 2’s and 3’s Program In our 2’s and 3’s room we focus on helping children master self-care tasks such as toilet-training and using cups and forks as well as building social skills. We also lay the foundation for future academic learning with the basics such as the alphabet, colors, and basic math skills such as patterns and counting. Our 4’s and 5’s Program Our 4’s and 5’s program focuses on Kindergarten readiness. We cover all developmental areas including literacy, math concepts, science, social skills, music, and art all couched within a fun and interactive theme such as “Animals” or “The Beach.” Learning activities related to each of those topics are done throughout the week. Before and After School Care We provide before and after school care for children who attend Pine Grove or Harford Hills Elementary. We are open when schools are closed. We do a variety of indoor and outdoor activities such as: ○ Table games ○ Crafts ○ Legos ○ Outdoor play We also offer homework help, a morning and afternoon snack. Children are picked up and dropped off from the center by the BCPS bus system. Summer Camp We offer a school age summer camp for Kindergarten—5th graders. Our camp is theme based and children are engaged in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities such as: ○ Field trips ○ Swimming ○ Art ○ Music ○ Exercise ○ Games ○ Science ○ Enrichment activities email: julianna.brown@afamilyaffaircc.net

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PARKVILLE, MD — Authorities have identified the man killed in a car fire in Parkville last week. Lewis Purvin Courts, 73, of the 1700 block of Hartsdale Road, died after fire overtook his 2004 Dodge Caravan, according to the Baltimore County Police Department.The fire occurred on Thursday, Nov. 10, about 2 miles from Courts' home.Officials said they responded to the 2300 block of Cleanleigh Drive after 1:30 p.m. that day for a vehicle fire and after extinguishing the blaze, firefighters found the man's body.Criminal activity is not suspected, according to police, who said Tuesday the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BaltimoreCountyPoliceandFire/posts/1340346285975499" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fire</a> remains under investigation.Related: <a href="https://patch.com/maryland/parkville/deadly-vehicle-fire-under-investigation-parkville" title="Deadly Vehicle Fire Under Investigation in Parkville">Deadly Vehicle Fire Under Investigation in Parkville</a><figure class="r-embed" data-aspectratio="4:3"><iframe src allowfullscreen data-aspectratio="4:3" data-originalheight="450" data-originalwidth="600" data-src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3084.2829529975984!2d-76.5695199846355!3d39.372471779500216!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c80f5c974f9219%3A0xe8cbf6568668a313!2s2300+Cleanleigh+Dr%2C+Parkville%2C+MD+21234!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1479223603143"></iframe></figure>

PARKVILLE, MD — Authorities have identified the man killed in a car fire in Parkville last week.

Lewis Purvin Courts, 73, of the 1700 block of Hartsdale Road, died after fire overtook his 2004 Dodge Caravan, according to the Baltimore County Police Department.The fire occurred on Thursday, Nov. 10, about 2 miles from Courts' home.

Officials said they responded to the 2300 block of Cleanleigh Drive after 1:30 p.m. that day for a vehicle fire and after extinguishing the blaze, firefighters found the man's body.Criminal activity is not suspected, according to police, who said Tuesday the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BaltimoreCountyPoliceandFire/posts/1340346285975499" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fire</a> remains under investigation.

Related: <a href="https://patch.com/maryland/parkville/deadly-vehicle-fire-under-investigation-parkville" title="Deadly Vehicle Fire Under Investigation in Parkville">Deadly Vehicle Fire Under Investigation in Parkville</a><figure class="r-embed" data-aspectratio="4:3"><iframe src allowfullscreen data-aspectratio="4:3" data-originalheight="450" data-originalwidth="600" data-src="https://www.google.com/maps/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3084.2829529975984!2d-76.5695199846355!3d39.372471779500216!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x89c80f5c974f9219%3A0xe8cbf6568668a313!2s2300+Cleanleigh+Dr%2C+Parkville%2C+MD+21234!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1479223603143"></iframe></figure>

Firefighters found a man's body after putting out minivan blaze last week near Perring Parkway, officials reported.

Police ID Man Killed in Parkville Vehicle Fire

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Children's Playhouse of Maryland, Inc.

The Children's Playhouse of Maryland in residence on the campus of CCBC, Essex Proudly Presents
"HADESTOWN - Teen Edition"
Book, Music &amp; Lyrics by Anaïs Mitchell

Directed by Liz Boyer Hunnicutt Musical Direction by Charlotte Evans Choreography by Lauren Stuart
“Achingly beautiful, thought-provoking, powerful and prophetic.” – Newsday&nbsp;Winner of 8 Tony Awards Including Best Musical!
Journey with CPM to the Underworld... and back again.
The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice comes alive in Hadestown: Teen Edition, a hauntingly beautiful musical about love, sacrifice, and defying the odds.
With live music, a vibrant, folk-jazz score and a story that takes audiences on a thrilling ride between hope and despair, freedom and fate.
Don’t miss this powerful finale to CPM’s season, told by the voices of our next generation of storytellers.
Performance Dates - Friday, May 1, 8*, 15 @ 7pm Saturday, May 2, 9, 16 @ 1pmSunday, May 17 @ 1pm
*The Performance on Friday, May 8 will be American Sign Language Interpreted by students from the CCBC Interpreter Preparation Program. 
Reserve your seats now! Skip the line at the door!
Tickets On Sale - $15 Adult; $10 Youth 18 and Under Free Admission for CCBC Students with CCBC ID.
Group Rates Available
Purchase Tickets Online by visiting<a href="https://ccbctickets.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Community College of Baltimore County | Ticketing - Ticket Office Home</a>by calling our Box Office at 443-840-2787 or at the door while they last.&nbsp;
Advance Reservations are highly recommended.
All Performances take place in the Administration Building Lecture Hall, adjacent to Parking Lot #4, on the campus of CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21237
Please go to <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ccbcmd.edu%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdVRidHQ4UVFVNnNiMmhpQXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7QmUXxb5gfsQCGQhYCw0zYE3pXtnK4jyVZLppcEO1NTpFuOlWJViqZP07aww_aem_Z64lCdICXHkKiO91zL7_eg&amp;h=AT1yj5BX506483AqBWCN9W6G7SVfwMpN6x4rVr3sdNWbu9Ll_yWD6lb1DHZnsGJSQZyQtVi_89_lP1RyJRJXE9zrfN0vHGvJy9b9shSDqIE8WrO4F07hXuxDT3SJhX0T6GOwIcr-LOk6PDLo75tRqwmQiVvvYsGG&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT0JFITA0Eg7W2GidGYNXDBZHT224wLtzFeTIiL92kn9OA2-j_I5iBqDcD_79viGo3HZA4104ffIr2H6u2mhYM-Cm7fTZqVeMfpTJAjI3Yz9ysOgJfri7sinZlkqCUfb5m7C7btYDIFGvHRGwIxeEW6nbQlRIXvU-pQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ccbcmd.edu</a> for directions and a map of campus. "HADESTOWN - Teen Edition" is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. To learn more about the show visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.concordtheatricals.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">concordtheatricals.com/</a>

<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fmtishows.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUGM4MGw2b3VHdzBmamNjd3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6hSKjh-ojpObRIQqhw-tXwTWwHKx_NTg7FArBANj3FFwtkY7diepVqW2qFuQ_aem_usZQIvoFHWTg-vGSBlgLRw&amp;h=AT7LE_8WIq2BCpQPeNwIkas3YMl_jYJcs7c-eUdOiM97Nkto2sx5k4j-AzB5u1XYV4mFYfjrA2k1lIDW_Loki-5fGKpxpcM6OtCyNJ9a8oA72iwp6Dff6r7sofTFyVrKKg9iDYTbXmT8saxn&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AT6e8A1a1_50NTRZHnahaDE1JYEmmtYV3pBOFBKMsvUWekR9vSHBB9lBrkYi2RBr9yjsvT7TxQo8S0n2kEmSnkPh35W6zsiz1dAKQUeC4uBqGOn96jiu4fKCzNRCitEM3-GnI_AZ2-KsD7ZAn1DLVgSRwDicZYkOotw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Questions? cpm@ccbcmd.edu

Local Event: Hadestown - Teen Edition - Live On Stage

Hadestown - Teen Edition - Live On Stage

The Children's Playhouse of Maryland in residence on the campus of CCBC, Essex Proudly Presents
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Timonium United Methodist Church

Vendor Members Group&nbsp;cordially invites you to Shop • Mingle • Eat at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!&nbsp;on May 2nd
As a premier shopping experience where creativity meets community, we feature juried artists, food, and craft vendors with unique gifts for all ages at affordable prices. 
Vendor Members Group (VMG) is a juried craft specialty association dedicated to supporting artisanal brands and small-batch food vendors.
Upcoming Events:
Held rain / shine before Mother’s Day on May 2nd 9:30am-2:30pm at Timonium UMC: 2300 Pot Spring Road, Timonium, MD 21093.
Held outdoor (weather permitting) before Father’s Day on JUNE 6th 10am-3pm at Loch Raven Skeet &amp; Trap Center 12301 Dulaney Valley Road, Phoenix, MD.
Our fall and holiday schedule includes:
<ul><li>SEP 5th</li><li>OCT 3rd</li><li>NOV 7th</li><li>DEC 5th</li></ul>
Operating from 9:30am-2:30pm. Held rain or shine at Timonium UMC: 2300 Pot Spring Road, Timonium, MD 21093
Other notables:
• Since 2021, 33 Arts &amp; Crafts Events •&nbsp;A+ Rating, BBB OF MD Accredited •&nbsp;6th Multi-Annual Year •&nbsp;Admission is complimentary •&nbsp;Tour bus parking is available •&nbsp;Affordable, variety of locally sourced treasures for all ages
We appreciate your patronage, and look forward to meeting you! Thank you for your continued support of our local artisan community.
Also seeking volunteers, sponsors, &amp; authentic specialty makers; Go to our official website below. Artists, Food preparers, and Crafters — let VMG help you discover your ideal customers, increase sales, and build lasting brand recognition across MD.&nbsp;Complete the <a href="https://www.vendormembersgroup.com/join-vmg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Interested Vendor Form</a> from our official site:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vendormembersgroup.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.VendorMembersGroup.com</a>
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Local Event: THIS SAT: May 2nd Market of CRAFTS GALORE!

THIS SAT: May 2nd Market of CRAFTS GALORE!

Vendor Members Group cordially invites you to Shop • Mingle • Eat at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! on May 2nd
As a premier...

&nbsp;The free&nbsp;<a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo&nbsp;</a>is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers via Zoom.
<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/schedule-of-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Expo program</a>&nbsp;10a.m. - 3 p.m.*
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10:00 a.m.) 
 Start your day with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career journey. </li>
 <li>Keyara Stevenson, Director of Career Services, Howard Community College</li>
 <li>From Résumé to Relevance: Using AI to Translate Experience into Today’s Hiring Language.&nbsp;Mark D. Rasch, Lawyer and Computer Security and Privacy Expert</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>Employer Presentations (12:00 p.m.) Employers share information about their current full and part-time job openings. Jobseekers can ask employers questions via the Zoom chat, making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li>
</ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to join us for the expo on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Register today
at: <a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HowardExpo.AccessJCA.org</a>. 
<a href="https://accessjca.formstack.com/forms/employer_registration_form_howard_county_maryland_expo_copy_2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Employers:</a> If your organization has at least three job openings, this is your opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more and register today at <a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HowardExpo.AccessJCA.org</a>
Registration is free and required.&nbsp;Take advantage of this opportunity to find talented and motivated employee prospects and <a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">register today!</a>
*We will extend the employment expo to accommodate additional employers.
The&nbsp;free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is funded by the&nbsp;Howard County, MD - Office on Aging and Independence and supported by&nbsp;the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) of Greater Washington.
If you need this information in an alternate format or need accommodations to participate, call Maryland Access Point at 410-313-1234 (voice/relay) at least one week in advance.
JCA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo - Registration is Open!

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The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+...

 The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with...

The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo - Registration is Open!

The free&nbsp;<a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo&nbsp;</a>is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with employers via Zoom.
<a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/schedule-of-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Expo program</a>&nbsp;10 a.m. - 3 p.m*
<ul>
 <li>Workshops (10:00 a.m.) The jobseekers start their day off with two engaging workshops tailored to jobseekers 
aged 50 and above. These sessions provide valuable strategies, 
tools, and insights to support their career journey.</li><li>Employer Presentations (12:00 p.m. - 3 p.m.) 
 Employers, at your scheduled time, this is when you share information about your current full and part-time job 
openings. Jobseekers will ask you questions via the Zoom chat,
 making the expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li></ul>
<a href="https://accessjca.formstack.com/forms/employer_registration_form_howard_county_maryland_expo_copy_2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Employers:</a> If
 your organization has at least three job openings, this is your 
opportunity to meet talented and experienced professionals. Learn more 
and register today at <a href="https://howardexpo.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HowardExpo.AccessJCA.org</a>
Registration is free and required.&nbsp;Take advantage of this opportunity to find talented and motivated employee prospects and <a href="https://accessjca.formstack.com/forms/employer_registration_form_howard_county_maryland_expo_copy_2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">register today!</a>
*We will extend the employment expo to accommodate additional employers.*
The&nbsp;free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is funded by the&nbsp;Howard County, MD - Office on Aging and Independence and supported by&nbsp;the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) of Greater Washington.
If you need this information in an alternate format or need accommodations to participate, call Maryland Access Point at 410-313-1234 (voice/relay) at least one week in advance.
JCA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Employers. Register Today - The Howard County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Employers. Register Today - The Howard County...

The free Howard County, MD, Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect all jobseekers aged 50 and over with employers...

Employers. Register Today - The Howard County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

St. John's Episcopal Church

Join us for our Spring Community Flea Market and Book Sale. Grab some delicious food with breakfast and lunch available for purchase while you shop.&nbsp; FREE vendor space is still availble.&nbsp; Call Michele at 443-463-6333 to reserve your space.

Local Event: Community Flea Market And Book Sale

Community Flea Market And Book Sale

Join us for our Spring Community Flea Market and Book Sale. Grab some delicious food with breakfast and lunch available for...

MV Transportation, Inc. (MV) is proposing as a prime consultant in response to the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) &ndash; MTA Mobility Operations Control Center (MOCC) RFP. The proposal due date is 05/22/2026. We would appreciate letters of interest from Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) firms who are currently certified, active and without restrictions with the Maryland Department of Social and Economics Mobility for the following services: Staffing &ndash; Customer Service Agents, Customer Service Supervisors, Subscriptions Agents, and Scheduling Agents. For more information, bonding, lines of credit, insurance, RFP and scope of work details, please contact Jonathan Wolfe at <a href="mailto:MVDBE3@mvtransit.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MVDBE3@mvtransit.com</a> or (972) 391-4680 by May 05, 2026.

MBE Opportunity - MTA Mobility Operations...

MV Transportation, Inc. (MV) is proposing as a prime consultant in response to the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) – MTA Mobility Operations...

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Cockeysville Man Charged With Kidnapping Girl:...

A 34-year-old Cockeysville man was charged Friday in an abduction case involving a girl who was walking to school, court records show.

Cockeysville Man Charged With Kidnapping Girl: Court Docs

Road Closures To Keep In Mind For This Spring...

The 2026 Towsontown Spring Festival is this weekend, which means road closures are taking effect. Here's what you need to know.

Road Closures To Keep In Mind For This Spring Festival

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MD Pair Had 57 Pounds Of Marijuana In Luggage...

Two Baltimore residents were arrested at Dulles Airport on April 16 after authorities seized 57 pounds of marijuana from their luggage.

MD Pair Had 57 Pounds Of Marijuana In Luggage At Dulles Airport: Police

Hazmat Incident Reported As Car Damages...

Emergency officials responded to a hazmat incident late Thursday after a car struck the top of an underground tank in White Hall. 

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Invasive Jumping Worms Spreading Across US,...

Officials said the aggressive species threatens soil structure and can also harm plant roots. Here's how to spot it.

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Police ID Man Killed in Parkville Vehicle Fire

Firefighters found a man's body after putting out minivan blaze last week near Perring Parkway, officials reported.

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Police ID Man Killed in Parkville Vehicle Fire

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