Brandywine-Aquasco
By Audrey Johnson, 301-922-5384
CLINTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH VBS
Join Clinton United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School July 13–July 17, 2026, from 9 a.m.to 12 p.m. each day. Our Theme this year is Snowball Mountain Challenge: FIND YOUR STRENGTH IN GOD. Pre-K–5th Graders, 6th Graders will be helpers in the classrooms. Please register your child for VBS Registration on our website. If you need a form or more information, please contact Audrey Johnson, VBS Director on 301-922-5384 or ajohnson12906@yahoo.com. Church office 301-868-1281, email: cumcmd@verizon.net, Web: http://cumcmd.org/ Church address is 10700 Brandywine Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735. Pastor, Rev. Melaina Trice.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Happy Birthday to Alvin Pinkett, Maudie Goodrum, Glenna Graves, Cosmus Samuel, Barron Neal, Elisa Magdalene Prah, Samuel Bell, Lindsey Joiner, Zilpha Pinkney, Claudette Oghogho, Nadia Long, Audrey Johnson, Eric Knight, Charmaine Grant, Amina Hinton, Harris Tay, Sarita Georges, William Stroman, III, Zahara Hakim Hinton, Jerre Kauffman, Aiden Josiah Adeyemo, Zora Oghogho, Liyah Carpenter, Mmachi Helen Mbakwe, William Stroman, IV, Mallory Tay who are Clinton United Methodist Church members celebrating birthdays in April.
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
Congratulations to Ron and Beth Davis, Lloyd and Shirley Brown, Trevor and Dense Bourne, Norman and Jean Noel, Clarence and Dorothy Glasgow Reid, George and Karen Taylor, Cosmus and Stephnie Samuel who are Clinton United Methodist Church members celebrating Wedding Anniversaries in April.
STAY UP TO DATE WITH BSU
HEY ALUMNI, is your information up to date? Calling all BSU alumni: if you moved or changed your email or mailing address, please let us know. By keeping your information current, you will continue to receive BSU news and updates. Please update your contact information. For questions and support, send an email to the Advancement Services office. Follow us on all social media platforms. Facebook: @BSUOAE Instagram: @BowieAlum, LinkedIn: Alumni Bowie State, Bowie State University YouTube.
MOTHERS DAY CELEBRATION
Celebrate creativity, color, and community at National Harbor Spring into Art, a vibrant spring art show set along the waterfront at National Harbor. Explore a wide variety of handmade art, crafts, jewelry, home décor, gifts, and creative works from talented local artisans and small businesses. It’s the perfect opportunity to find unique Mother’s Day gifts while enjoying a lively outdoor atmosphere filled with inspiration and spring vibes.
What to Expect: Handmade art and artisan creations, unique gifts and Mother’s Day finds, support local artists and small businesses, a colorful springtime shopping experience. The celebration is Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 12 Noon–6 p.m. American Way, National Harbor, National Harbor, Maryland. Free admission, pet friendly, rain or shine event. Bring your friends, family, and furry companions for a fun and inspiring day celebrating art and creativity by the water, just in time for Mother’s Day.
VACCINATIONS
Are your child’s vaccinations up to date? Beat the rush! Vaccines protect your child from serious illnesses and help keep our schools and community healthy. Required for school enrollment. Safe, tested and recommended by Medical Experts. Protects your family and those around you. Prevent measles, mumps, whooping cough and more.
No child should go without protection. If your child is eligible, we’ve got you covered. They may qualify for free vaccines through the vaccines for children (VFC) Program if: Has Medicaid, is uninsured, is American Indian or Alaska Native, is underinsured (has health insurance that doesn’t cover vaccines). Charles County Department of Health, 4545 Highway, White Plains, Maryland 301-609-6900, Ext. 6018, charlescountyhealth.org.
COMEDY NIGHT
Comedy Night with Miss Gayle and friends Friday, April 24, 2026, from 8–10 p.m. Ticket Price: $30 / $25 Senior/Student. Event Category: All ages, arts, performances. The location is Harmony Hall Arts Center, 10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, Maryland. harmonyhallarts@pgparks.com 301-203-6070.
ANNUAL MONTPELIER FESTIVAL
Annual Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea, and the Arts will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Ticket price is free. Age: All Ages. Event Category: 250th Anniversary, all ages, arts, festivals, free, history, nature and outdoor performance, performances, special event. Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, Maryland, montpelierarts@pgparks.com Montpelier Historic Site & Museum 301-377-7817 montpeliermansion@pgparks.com, 9650 Muirkirk Road Laurel, Maryland.
THE HBCU EXPERIENCE
The Ultimate HBCU Experience, a day designated to inspire, connect, and prepare young scholars for their future. Hosted by Parks & Recreation M-NCPPC live more, play more. This free event will take place Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. with an After Party from 7–10 p.m. in District 9 at the Southern Area Aquatics & Recreation Complex in Brandywine, 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, Maryland, 20613. Youth ages 13 & up will enjoy interactive workshops, college representatives, special guest appearances, prizes, giveaways, and lunch provided. Register today. See you at Orientation. Registration is required, go to pgparksdirect.com using activity codes 20673-275A (The Ultimate Experience) 23313-275A (Bounce, Beats, and Bites After Party). This is a great opportunity to explore the HBCU experience right here in the community. Connect with us! Facebook @pgcparks, @pgparksandrecrea The Department of Parks and recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register a minimum of two weeks prior to the program start date to request and receive a disability modification. Language interpretation is available at all facility front desks. Please ask for assistance. Customers who are deaf, hard of hearing and have a disability call Maryland Relay 7-1-1. For more information, please email us at info.hbcu@parks.com. Prince George’s County Public Schools are not sponsoring, endorsing or recommending the activities announced in this material/flyer.
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In and Around Morningside-Skyline By Mary McHale 301-735-3451 Six Flags sale “creates new opportunities” for youthLast November, Six Flags closed its Bowie amusement park after half a century, leaving Prince Georgians anxious about the future of the 515-acre property.
On April 8, County Executive Aisha Braveboy announced that Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has chosen to sell the site to a partnership between 35V and TPA Group. 35V is an investment firm led by pro-basketball player Kevin Durant.
While Durant now plays for the Houston Rockets, he was born in D.C. and grew up in Seat Pleasant, Md., starting his high school basketball career with two years at National Christian Academy in Fort Washington. Durant has supported numerous philanthropic causes in the area and around the country, establishing the Durant Family Foundation to further his charitable work.
Foundation president, Kevin’s mother, Wanda Durant, released a statement about the purchase of the Six Flags site that spoke of the redevelopment “creating new opportunities for residents—especially young people—and strengthens the community for years to come.”
Although plans are still in early stages, Braveboy anticipates a “destination development” with “mixed commercial uses,” potentially including entertainment, retail, and restaurants. There also is some discussion of whether the plans will include any residential development. The process will include community meetings where residents can weigh in on the plans.
I’m just relieved that the none of the announcements say anything about data centers.
VFW electionCongratulations to Karen Rooker, who has been voted back in as the District 1 president of the Maryland VFW Auxiliary. Also, she reports that VFW Post 9619 in Morningside will be electing new officers on April 14.
Who won the Bunny Egg Hunt?Congratulations to the winners of the Lunch with the Bunny Egg Hunt in Morningside!
In the ages 1–2 category, Myla Willhite found the Gold Egg and also found the most eggs (15), while Sevyn Dozier found the Silver Egg.
For the 3–5-year-olds, Gold went to Mya Purce, Silver went to Jazmin Foster, and Joey Foster found the most eggs (29).
Kayden McCallister got the Gold Egg and the most found (21) for the ages 6–8 category, with Aleiah Foster finding the Silver Egg. And Fayth Purce found the 9–12 years Gold Egg, while Jace Elliot found the Silver Egg and also found the most eggs of the whole day, with a staggering 56!
Mother’s Day eventTime is running out to sign up for the Morningside Flowers with Mom event, which will be held May 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A brunch of Danish, fruit, juice, and coffee will be served, and then participants will get to do an arts-and-crafts project. There is no charge, but seating is limited, so registration is required. Call 301-736-2300 to reserve your (and your mother’s) spot.
Morningside P.D. The Morningside Police Department is in the process of establishing a new K–9 unit. Chief Franklin recently took a trip up to Connecticut to scope out candidates for the job. They hope to find two dogs.
Knights of Columbus 4076 has fun events coming upRichard Landon sent me a few upcoming events hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 4076 in Forestville. All events are held at the SPX Building Corporation (formerly Knights of Columbus) at 3611 Stewart Road. For more information on any of these events, you can call Diane Smith at 240-393-9114.
On May 24, Teddy Tea will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission is one new stuffed animal, which will be donated to a local charity. Come in a fancy hat or fascinator, enjoy refreshments, and support a good cause.
On June 7 at 2 p.m., they will be hosting Basket Bingo. Admission is $25 in cash or gift cards (or a basket with new items worth $25). Refreshments are included.
On August 1, a bus will travel to Sight & Sound in Lancaster, Pa., to see their production of Joshua: Live on Stage. The show tells the Biblical story of Joshua in grand theatrical fashion, with elaborate sets, music, a large cast, and a few live animals. The trip costs $190, which includes dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord, plus a shopping stop at Tanger Outlets on the way. The bus leaves from the SPX Building at 8 a.m. for a 7 p.m. show.
Richard Landon also tells me he recently spotted activity at the Parkland Bowling Alley in Hillcrest Heights, which has been closed for a few years. Workers were hauling out the equipment.
Who will be the new tenants? At least one person heard it might be a church. I’ll report back as soon as I hear anything more definite.
Thanks for making my 97th special!I wrote last month about my 97th birthday. My kids decided to mark the event by encouraging people to send me birthday cards. They tell me their goal was to get me ninety-seven cards. Well, the final count is 165!
Now what they’ll do for my 100th birthday, in 3 years?
While I appreciated all the cards, I particularly enjoyed getting to hear from the folks who have moved away from the Morningside/Skyline area, but who haven’t forgotten us.
It was such a pleasure to get updates from Dee, Veda, and Bill Curcio; Terry, Kathy, and Sharon Poe; Katie Diffell; Sharon, Larry, and Johnny Thompson; Teddy Burke; Jean and John Ihrig; Judy and Terry Zdobysz; Jim Reilly; Jill Gilmartin; Debbie Glagola; Peggy, Dee, and Mary Catherine Eskew; Diane Cummings; Patty Parco; Sarah Hayes; Barbara Mitchell; Nancy Stacey; Kathy Elborne; and Freda McDonald.
It was lovely to hear from all of you. And to anybody I may have left out, I’m sorry. I promise you I enjoyed your card!
MilestonesHappy Birthday to Eloise Carnes, Ruby Cunningham and Veronica Frostbutter, April 17; Cameron Trexler, April 19; Devaughn Branham, April 20; Jill Gilmartin Booth and Tiffany Jackson, April 21; Taylor Foster, April 22; Cindy Pitts, Jim Reilly, David Titus, Barbara Sparks, and Margaret White, April 23.
Happy Anniversary to Larry and Jody (Bowman) Nyers, April 18; Jim and Pat Conlon, April 20; John and Ruth Anthony, and Lewis and Trisha (Pitts) Woods, April 22; Janet and Brian Spivey, April 23.
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