Dahlgren
2015 Stafford Crime Solvers Golf Tournament
Help take a bite out of crime at the 2015 Stafford Crime Solvers Golf Tournament on Sept. 18 at the Gauntlet Golf Course. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the Shotgun Start at 9 a.m. Early registration for teams and individual players ends on Sept. 1. Single golfers will be pared with a team. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. All proceeds benefit the Crime Solvers Reward Program. For more information and to register or sign up for hole sponsorship for this event visit http://www.staffordcrimesolvers.com and click on the Golf Tournament link.
American Legion Riders 7th Annual BBQ & Bike Rally
Join the American Legion Riders at American Legion Post 89 on Dahlgren Road for their 7th Annual BBQ & Bike Rally on Sept. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event will benefit the Virginia Wounded Warriors Program. Activities for the day will include exhibits by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and two live bands - Black Coffee and the Heavy Cream and Kicking Mules. Prices are $10 per person, First Responders and Active Duty Military are $5. For more information contact the American Legion Riders at 540-709-1322 or email at alr.post89.virginia@gmail.com.
King George Garden Club 2015 Fall Plant Sale
Join the King George Garden Club on Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. to noon at the King George Farmers Market held at the King George Elementary School on the corner of Routes 3 and 205 (Ridge Road). Purchase locally grown plants, perennials, shrubs and lots more. Plenty of free gardening advice will also be available.
7th Annual Battlefield Corvette Cruz-in
If nothing but a Stingray will do then come out to Wegmans off of the Carl D Silver Parkway on Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for an All Corvette Show with the Battlefield Corvette Club. Judging begins at noon and awards at 2:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Rain date for this event is Oct. 24. Early registration fees are $15 and can be purchased at the following link. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/7th-annual-bcc-corvette-cruz-in-tickets-18144043322. Registration at the event is $20. For more information visit www.battlefieldcorvetteclub.org or call Jack Whitis 540 455 4746 or email Jack at whitisjaxc4@aol.com
National Security Lecture
“George Washington, Master Strategist: Relevancies in Today’s National Security Environment” is the topic for the fall 2015 National Security Lecture scheduled for Sept. 17 at 8 a.m. This event will be held at the University Hall (Room 110) located at the University of Mary Washington, Dahlgren Campus and is open to the public, and free of charge. Refreshments will start at 8 a.m. and the lecture will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. This event is presented by Sean Thomas, Director of Leadership Programs at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. To register, visit us online: National Security Lecture http://dahlgren.umw.edu/lecture-series/george-washington-master-strategist-relevancies-in-todays-national-security-environment/
Volunteers Sought for National Day of Remembrance
On Sept. 12 from 8:30 a.m. until noon volunteers will gather to spend time cleaning Historical Congressional Cemetery located at 1801 E. Street, SE in Washington, D.C. Military personnel and their family members as well as DoD civilians will remove weeds, do some tree mulching and engage in minor landscaping around the cemetery roadways and path to the 9/11 Memorial. Volunteers will receive T-shirts and lunch, In the event there are questions regarding the weather call 202-543-0539 and listen to the recording. This is a great venue for students of American history and an opportunity to earn community service hours. To register on-line visit: http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ndw/about/community_services/community_service_sign_up_form.html
The Ride to Conquer Cancer D.C.
Registration is now open for the 2015 Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting John Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, Sibley Memorial, Suburban and Howard County General Hospitals. The ride is a 2 day 150 mile bike ride that will be held Sept. 19-20 in Washington, D.C. For more information, visit http://dc15.ridetovictory.org/site/PageServer?pagename=dc15_aboutevent, or call (202)601-8689
Indian Head
Put on Your Dancing Shoes, Head to the College of Southern Maryland
This fall, the College of Southern Maryland will offer a variety of dance courses including: Latin, ballroom, swing, ballet and hand dancing as part of its continuing education program. The courses, for beginners through advanced, individuals and couples, start Sept. 2 on the La Plata and Leonardtown campuses Registration for the courses is accepted up to the day prior to the start of class and can be made online, through walk-in registration at any campus and the Waldorf Center or by mail using a downloadable form. Students must register at least one day before the class begins. For information on these courses as well as others offered this fall, visit http://www.csmd.edu/CommunityEducation/ or contact 301-539-4760 or conedops@csmd.edu
Out of the Darkness Walk to Fight Suicide
Join the Maryland Chapter of Out of the Darkness in a Walk to Fight Suicide on Sept. 12 at the Indian Head Pavilion on the Village Green. The walk begins at 11 a.m. To register for the event contact rnewcomb(at)afsp.org or mmartin_wood(at)yahoo.com . To learn more about the event or the organization visit www. afsp.org/walk.
Indian Head 100
The Oxon Hill Bicycle and Trail Club present the Southern Maryland Century on Labor Day, Sept. 7 at the Village Green in Indian Head. Various mile options available including 17, 32, 46, 60 and 100 mile for all levels of bike enthusiast. Online registration is $30, and online registration closes on Sept. 3. Walk up registration on the day of the ride is $50. For more information and to register for the event visit www.ohbike.org .
Shred Event Featuring Composting and Rain Barrel Workshops Set for Oct. 3
The Department of Public Works is hosting an environmental outreach event on Saturday, Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Charles County Government Building parking lot (200 Baltimore Street, La Plata). Backyard composting and rain barrel workshops are available, as well as free document shredding. The first rain barrel and compost bin workshops begin at 10:30 a.m. Advance registration is required. Register at www.go.umd.edu/ccrainbarrel or for more information call Rachel O’Shea at 301-396-5237 or Jackie Takacs at 240-393-6508. For more information on the composting workshop, call Department of Public Works’ Environmental Resources Division, at 301-932-3569 or Luke Gustafson at 301-934-5403
For registration forms and additional information, visit www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Outreach. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258. Registration deadline is Monday, Sept. 21.
Smart Start Sports Development Program
Have a future Babe Ruth or Beckham? The Smart Start Sports Development Program is a 6 week long course to introduce and prepare three to five year olds and their parents to organized sports in a fun and safe environment. Classes start on Thursday September 17th and run every Thursday from 5-6 P.M. at the Youth Activity Center (YAC), Building 470. A parents meeting will be offered on Thursday September 10th at 5 P.M. at the YAC. Kids will develop skills such as throwing, catching, batting and kicking. For more information contact the YAC at 301-743-5456.
Volunteers Sought for National Day of Remembrance
On September 12 from 830 A.M. until noon volunteers will gather to spend time cleaning Historical Congressional Cemetery located at 1801 E. Street, SE in Washington, D.C. Military personnel and their family members as well as DoD civilians will remove weeds, do some tree mulching and engage in minor landscaping around the cemetery roadways and path to the 9/11 Memorial. Volunteers will receive T-shirts and lunch, In the event there are questions regarding the weather call 202-543-0539 and listen to the recording. This is a great venue for students of American history and an opportunity to earn community service hours. To register on-line visit: http://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/ndw/about/community_services/community_service_sign_up_form.html
Photos and Artifacts Sought for 15th Annual Nanjemoy Heritage Day Event
On Saturday, Sept. 12, the 15th annual Nanjemoy Heritage Day will be held at the Nanjemoy Community Center (4375 Port Tobacco Road) from noon until 3 p.m. The Department of Community Services is requesting old family photos and Nanjemoy artifacts to showcase. If you have a piece of Nanjemoy heritage to share, or you would like to be part of the parade with a classic vehicle or antique farm equipment, contact the Nanjemoy Community Center coordinator at 301-246-9612. For more information, call 301-246-9612. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711 or Relay Service TDD at 800-735-2258.
Estonian Youth Choir in Concert St. Charles High School
The Charles County Commissioners, in partnership with World Artists Experiences, present a concert-play by the Youth Mixed Choir Vox Populi of Estonia on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m. at St. Charles High School (5305 Piney Church Road, Waldorf). The special concert presentation, an opportunity to connect people through the arts and culture, is part of Charles County’s sister county relationship with Jogeva County, Estonia. Free and open to the public. The concert-play celebrates the 85th birthday of Veljo Tormis. For more information, contact the Public Information Office at 301-885-2779 or PressRoom(at)CharlesCountyMD.gov. Citizens with special needs may contact the Maryland Relay Service at 711, or Relay Service TDD: 800-735-2258.
Dance Party with Elite Beatz Entertainment &Chesapeake Country Cruizers at Summer Concert Series
On September 4, the Summer Concert Series continues at the La Plata Town Hall from 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. Come ready to dance while Elite Beatz Entertainment plays the latest dance hits. A variety of music will be played and a dance floor will be provided. The Chesapeake Country Cruizers will be on hand to teach some line dances from 6:30 pm to 7 pm. The event kicks off at 7 P.M. bring your own blanket, chairs and coolers but remember no alcohol is permitted. Concessions and an Ice Cream Truck will also be available as well as a play area for the kids allowing parents to keep an eye on the kids while enjoying the concert. Visit http://www.townoflaplata.org for a complete summer line up. Concert season runs through September 22.
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Respectfully,
Barbara
Barbara M Wagner
NSASP Public Affairs
South Potomac Pilot
Staff Writer
540.653.1475
“To be persuasive we must be believable; to be believable we must be credible; credible we must be truthful.” Edward R. Murrow
Respectfully,
Barbara
Barbara M Wagner
NSASP Public Affairs
South Potomac Pilot
Staff Writer
540.653.1475
“To be persuasive we must be believable; to be believable we must be credible; credible we must be truthful.” Edward R. Murrow