Coffee and Cops for Seniors
2017-12-07 13:00 (America/New_York)
Cops and Seniors discuss ways of promoting safety and reducing crime in the community. Thu, Dec 7 at 1pm at Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center, 7120 Contee Rd.
Call 301-206-3350 for more info.

Mission Investigation: Pluto
2017-12-08 19:00
Planetarium program at Howard B Owens Science Center
Doors open at 7pm, program starts at 7:30pm.
Cost: $5 adults, $3 students, teachers, seniors, & military.
Cash or check only.
9601 Greenbelt Rd.
Lanham, MD 20706
Call 301-918-8750 for more info.

Nature Songs with Stina
2017-12-10 14:00
Come to the indoor campfire sing along with nature troubadour, Stina, on Sun, Dec 10 at 2pm at the auditorium in the National Wildlife Visitor Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop.
Call 301-497-5887 for more info.

Children's Holiday Program
2017-12-10 19:00
Bring your children for a visit with Santa and a performance of “The Snow Show” by the Bob Brown Puppets on Sun, Dec 10 at 7pm at Deerfield Run Community Center, 13000 Laurel-Bowie Rd.
Call 301-776-2805 for more info.

Holiday Ornament Workshop
2017-12-16 14:00 - 16:00
This family-friendly workshop provides the opportunity to create paper ornaments for the Holiday season. Bring your own, special paper or feel free to use any materials we’ll provide.
Ages: All ages are welcome
Cost: FREE
Brentwood Arts Exchange
3901 Rhode Island Avenue
Brentwood, MD 20722
For more info: 301-277-2863

CHRISTMAS
2017-12-25

NEW YEAR'S DAY
2018-01-01

Family Boot Camp: New Year, New You!
2018-01-06 09:00 - 10:00
Kick off the New Year with a healthy and fun family boot camp program! We invite you and your family to take part in a healthy start to 2018 with a series of FREE fitness sessions that will leave you feeling motivated and confident! Call us at 301-446-6842 for more information.
*Scheduled to take place outdoors; weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, classes will be held in the gymnasium.
Ages: 13 and older
Southern Regional Technology & Recreation Complex
7007 Bock Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744

Chess Club at Laurel Library
2018-01-06 13:30 - 17:00, 2018-01-20 13:30 - 17:00, 2018-02-03 13:30 - 17:00, 2018-02-17 13:30 - 17:00
Chess Club
First and third Saturdays from 1:30-5:00pm
at the Laurel Library
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Large Meeting Room B
Laurel Branch
507 7th Street
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 776-6790

Black History Month Exhibition: Relics and Prospects
2018-01-13 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday, January 13–Sunday, February 25, 2018
Daily, 10 am–5 pm (closed major holidays)
Reception: Saturday, February 10, 1–3 pm
Montpelier Arts Center is proud to honor Black History Month through an exhibition of contemporary artwork that reflects the lives and perspectives of the African American experience. Using symbolism and found objects, artists explore the journey and history of being black through painting, mixed media, and sculpture.
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708

16th Annual World Dance Showcase Auditions
2018-01-14 10:00 - 18:00
Performers of traditional, culture-specific dance styles, ages 16 years and older are invited to audition on Sun, Jan 14, 2018 from 10am-6pm for the 16th Annual World Dance Showcase, where six groups will be selected to perform at the Publick Playhouse on Sat, Mar 31, 2018 at 8pm.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: You must apply to reserve an audition spot before 5pm on Jan 12, 2018.
Auditions will be held at Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly, MD 20782
For more info, call Christel Stevens at 301-699-2544.
http://arts.pgparks.com/Community Arts Services/About Us/Annual Dance Auditions and Showcases.htm

MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY
2018-01-15

Nature Songs with Stina
2018-01-20 14:00 - 15:00
Saturday, January 20, 2018 – All ages, REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join nature troubadour Stina for an afternoon indoor campfire sing along in our auditorium. Get your groove on with fun and silly nature songs!
Details
— Saturday, January 20, 2018 , 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
— at National Wildlife Visitor Center
— Registration REQUIRED – Call 301 497-5887
— All ages – PARENT PARTICIPATION REQUIRED
— FREE

Films: Tell Them We Are Rising
2018-01-24 18:30 - 20:30
At Laurel Library – Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Wednesday, January 24: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Age group: Adults
Event type:  Films
Explore the pivotal role of historically black colleges and universities on our national identity. Presented by the Friends of Laurel Library and MPT Indie Lens Pop-Up

Suburban Maryland Spring Home Show
2018-01-27 10:00 - 20:00, 2018-01-28 10:00 - 18:00
Suburban Maryland Spring Home Show
January 27 & 28, 2018
Saturday 10 am – 8 pm & Sunday 10 am – 6 pm
The Show Place Arena
14900 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
At the Home Show, their goal is simple: to inspire, motivate, and excite you for your upcoming home improvement- whether it is a minor renovation or a major remodel. Their events feature a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment.
Age: All ages are welcome
Free Parking
Free Admission

Community Health Fair
2018-01-28 12:00 - 16:00
City of Laurel Community Health Fair
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Noon-4:00pm
Laurel Armory-Anderson & Murphy Community Center
422 Montgomery St.
Laurel, MD 20707
Free and Open to the public.
Free Screenings. Lectures and Demonstrations. Free Resources and Services.

Blacks in Classical Music Panel
2018-02-03 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 1pm
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road
Laurel, MD 20708
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In honor of Black History Month, music experts help clarify, solidify, and highlight the strong role Blacks have had in the world of classical music – past, present, and future – as well as the popular idea of adapting a variety of genres into classical music including jazz, R&B, hip-hop, and gospel.
Age: All ages are welcome
Cost: Free

Toni Morrison: American Icon
2018-02-07 19:00 - 21:00
Starting Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 7pm
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road
Laurel, MD 20708
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Join us for a four-week series exploring the life and works of Nobel laureate, Toni Morrison. Her trilogy Beloved, Jazz, and Paradise gathers time from the 1800s to 1970s. In these novels, Morrison’s characters translate history into personal detail, exploring the complicated mix of race, personality, and national identity in American life. These discussions will be led by Dr. Karen Arnold, former poet-in-residence at Montpelier Arts Center and discussion moderator for multiple literature groups in Baltimore. Read with us and view the film Beloved; add your voice to the conversation! Each session will include introductory comments followed by an in-depth discussion of the Morrison books. Viewing of the film Beloved will be part of the two sessions.
Age: 18 and older
Cost: Free

Reception: Relics and Prospects
2018-02-10 13:00 - 15:00
Reception for Black History Month Exhibition
Saturday, February 10, 1–3 pm
at Montpelier Arts Center,
9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
View exhibit from Saturday, January 13–Sunday, February 25, 2018, Daily, 10 am–5 pm (closed major holidays).

VALENTINE'S DAY
2018-02-14

Cheer & Dance Extreme- Maryland Madness
2018-02-17 07:00
Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 7:00 AM
The Show Place Arena
14900 Pennsylvania Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Maryland Madness Cheerleading Competition for All Star Cheer, All Star Prep & School teams.
Cost: $17 Ages 12 & Up, $10 Ages 5-11, Free- Ages 4 & Under, Cash Only
For more info: http://www.cheeranddanceextreme.com/marylandmadnessallstar.html

Voices from the Past: Juanita Hall
2018-02-18 15:00
Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 3pm
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road
Laurel, MD 20708
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Delve into the life and music of Black classical musician soprano Juanita Hall, remembered for her role as “Bloody Mary” who sang Bali Hai from the movie, South Pacific. Hear soprano Angela R. Simpson bring her to life during this moving recital with historic narration and visuals.
Age: All ages are welcome
Cost: Free

PRESIDENT'S DAY
2018-02-19

The Right Business Idea: Basics of Opportunity Recognition
2018-02-19 09:30 - 11:00
Monday, February 19, 2018 at 9:30am
Bowie Business Innovation Center
14000 Jericho Park Road
Bowie, MD
This workshop will take you through the entrepreneurial process;
help you to understand or find entrepreneurial opportunities and
show you how to take a business idea to concept.
Website Link:
www.marylandwbc.org
The Maryland Women’s Business Center helps people in our community start and grow women-owned businesses positioned for long-term growth.
Phone: 301-315-8091

Toni Morrison: American Icon
2018-02-21 19:00 - 21:00
Started Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 7pm
Continues Feb 21, 28, and Mar 7
Montpelier Arts Center
9652 Muirkirk Road
Laurel, MD 20708
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Join us for a four-week series exploring the life and works of Nobel laureate, Toni Morrison. Her trilogy Beloved, Jazz, and Paradise gathers time from the 1800s to 1970s. In these novels, Morrison’s characters translate history into personal detail, exploring the complicated mix of race, personality, and national identity in American life. These discussions will be led by Dr. Karen Arnold, former poet-in-residence at Montpelier Arts Center and discussion moderator for multiple literature groups in Baltimore. Read with us and view the film Beloved; add your voice to the conversation! Each session will include introductory comments followed by an in-depth discussion of the Morrison books. Viewing of the film Beloved will be part of the two sessions.
Age: 18 and older
Cost: Free

SC Maglev, the Environment & the Potential Cost to Taxpayers
2018-02-24 09:30 - 11:30 | Deerfield Run Elementary School, 13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD, United States
Councilwoman Lehman invites you to join us this Saturday for SC Maglev, the Environment & the Potential Cost to Taxpayers
Saturday, February 24, 9:30-11:30 am
Deerfield Run Elementary School
13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel MD
County District 1 Councilwoman Mary A. Lehman invites you to attend an informational meeting regarding the SC Maglev [train project coming through District 1 and particularly South Laurel].

An overview will be provided by the company proposing the project, Baltimore-Washington Rapid Rail (BWRR),
Followed by independent assessments of the project’s environmental impacts and economic feasibility.
We will also have independent GIS maps of the area illustrating various environmental issues and other concerns, [including possible home takings (eminent domain) by the MagLev project if approved].

For questions, please call the District 1 office at 301-953-3887.
