In and Around Morningside-Skyline
By Mary McHale 301-735-3451
In and Around Morningside-Skyline with Mary McHale, will return soon!
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Brandywine-Aquasco
By Audrey Johnson 301-922-5384
DR. SHERECE Y. WEST-SCANTLEBURY
Congratulations to Dr. Sherece Y. West-Scantlebury, who graduated from Bowie State University in ’87, and who was named a 2025 Top Women Leaders in Non-profit by Women We Admire. Dr. West-Scantlebury is the President and CEO of the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, a private foundation that seeks to disrupt the systems that block Arkansans, who are striving to get out of poverty.
PURCHASE A PIECE OF BSU HISTORY
Purchase an authentic commemorative brick from the original Martin Luther King, Jr. Building, hand-selected and preserved prior to its demolition. Quantities are limited, and deliveries will begin later this summer. Actual Brick from MLK Building in an Acrylic Display Case shipped directly to your house $160. Brick reads MLK BLDG 1973–2024. Martin Luther King, Jr. Communication Arts & Humanities Building.
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships to foster safer, more caring places to live and work. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and local officers, to learn about crime prevention, enjoy good food and family friendly activities.
Here is the list of Prince George’s County locations for this year’s National Night Out: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/celebrate-national-night-out-2025-pgpd. Tuesday, August 5, 2025. We hope to see you there! Clinton District V Community Location: District V CAC, Baden Firehouse, 16608 Brandywine Road, Brandywine, Maryland. Time: 5–8 p.m.
CLINTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Clinton United Methodist Church Art as Therapy (Mental Health) Beauty for Ashes Retreat Friday, September 19, 2025, via Zoom at 7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. (Prayer Garden & Multipurpose Room) cost is $25 per person (lunch included in registration fee). Church address is 10700 Brandywine Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735. Church Office: 301-868-1281. Email: cumcmd@verizon.net.
CLINTON VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
“Our Vacation Bible School was a tremendous success. Many volunteers made a commitment to provide leadership during VBS. These leaders shared the Word of God with others. We now want to say Thank You.” Rev. Melaina Trice
“Leaders, thank you for the work you have done to make VBS such a success. Thank you for serving God and guiding children to trust God in every situation! On behalf of the congregation, I want to say how deeply we appreciate the gifts you offered of your time, talents, and service.” Rev. Melaina Trice.
“Thanks to all the parents and children in the community who made Clinton United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School a tremendous success.” Also, thanks to Rev. Melaina Trice and all the leaders and helpers who worked with me. You are deeply appreciated for all your help.” Audrey Johnson, Vacation Bible School Director.
COME BACK GIVE BACK CELEBRATING 20 YEARS
Morgan State University Southern Maryland Alumni Chapter Annual Scholarship Fundraiser will be held Saturday September 13, 2025, 20th Anniversary of the founding of their Chapter from 7–11 p.m. 20th Anniversary at Waldorf Jaycees Community Center, 3090 Crain Highway, Waldorf, Maryland 20601. For Dinner Dance tickets MESSAGE CENTER: 720-716-6117, EMAIL: msusmac@gmail.com. Victor Watson 202-215-3656.
CRAB FEAST
We will have a Crab Feast on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 2–5 p.m. All YOU CAN EAT; ALL YOU CAN LOVE! At St. Phillip’s Church Hall, 13801 Baden Westwood Road, Brandywine, Maryland 20613. All tickets in advance are $60.00 Adults, $25.00 12 & under. Land Lovers Food and Drinks included. Tickets: Vivian 804-301-9530, Shirley 302-690-4260, Michele 240-882-3369. Peter A. Gross, Sr. Scholarship/Memorial Fund “Proceeds Go to Future Scholarships.”
PHSAA
Good News: We are trying to find other ways of communicating with you, we have 124 people on our Facebook page (Pomonkey High School Alumni Association) and 65 members on our email list. “Like us” on Facebook to stay informed of our most recent news! If you are not familiar with using Facebook or other forms of social media (and computers, or cell phones), your grandkids are excellent helpers. They use social media all the time and can teach you or help you find the answers. They can access the site for you on your device. Use this free expert service you have at your fingertips. Do not be embarrassed. You taught them and their parents how to use a spoon. Let them teach you.
POMONKEY HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI DAY
Pomonkey High School Alumni Day will be held at Penny’s Estate in Marbury, Maryland on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Come for an afternoon filled with conversation, entertainment, food, games, and fun. Check Facebook for the latest details. Save the Dates and please add it to your calendar: October 2025: Casino Trip. More details soon. Check Facebook. November 15, 2025: Dinner Dance at St. Joseph’s Hall, Pomfret, Maryland.
FOODEES FEST
The Food Culture Festival will be held at Tanger National Harbor on October 17, 2025, at 1 p.m. Tanger Outlets National Harbor, 6800 Oxon Hill Road, National Harbor, Maryland 20745. Tickets and information: Visit Eventbrite, the Destination Magazine, AllEvents.
BOWIE STATE UNIVERSITY
Bowie State University is a public historically black university in Prince George’s County, Maryland, north of Bowie. It is part of the University System of Maryland. Founded in 1865, Bowie State is Maryland’s oldest historically black university and one of the ten oldest in the country. Wikipedia. Mascot: Bulldog. Colors: Black, Gold.
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