Brandywine-Aquasco
By Audrey Johnson, 301-922-5384
MY ACTIVE SENIOR SPRING CELEBRATION
My Active Senior Celebration Friday, May 22, 2026, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Wear ALL WHITE and join us for music, dancing, connection, and celebration. Address: Martin’s Crosswinds, 7400 Greenway Center Drive, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770. Tickets are $45 General Admission, $25 for My Active Senior Members. Call 866-594-6249 for questions. myactivesenior.com.
TRIBUTE TO ERNEST JOHNSON, JR.
Ernest Francis Johnson, Jr, also known to his family as “Junior” or Uncle Junior,” was born to the late Rev. Ernest Francis Johnson and the late Mary Elizabeth Johnson. He was educated in the Prince George’s County Public School System graduating from Frederick Douglass High School in 1966. Ernest was a member of the varsity basketball team that won the 1963 Division B State Championship at Frederick Douglass. As a member of the Track and Field Team, Ernest won statewide Division B Meets in the 100-yard dash and 440 relay, landing him a scholarship to Southwest Missouri State College, Springfield, Missouri. Upon graduating from Southwest Missouri State in 1970, Ernest enlisted into the United States Marine Corps. He was assigned to the Marine Corps Base at Quantico, Virginia as an occupational administrative specialist. In 1974, he was released from active duty with honors.
After leaving the military Ernest, affectionately known as “Mr. EJ” worked for the Maryland- National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC as Assistant Manager of Cavalier Security), during his time at M-NCPPC. Ernest developed sporting and job opportunities for the youth and young adults. He helped organize baseball, football, tennis, and basketball leagues. Ernest received many awards and accommodations for his outstanding service to the citizens of Prince George’s County.
Ernest received his early Christian training at John Wesley United Methodist Church in Aquasco, Maryland, where his father was the Pastor and his mother the First Lady. He had a love for music and sang bass in the Youth Choir and Young Men’s Choir. This experience started his lifelong involvement in the group. “The Mighty Wonders with his brother Philip who sang tenor, while Ernest sang bass. The Mighty Wonders gospel group is currently showcased in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington.
March 18, 1968, Ernest married his childhood sweetheart, Brenda Lee Turner. This loving union produced two sons, Ernest Francis, III (deceased) and James Weldon. After a short illness, Brenda died leaving their sons in Ernest’s care. Ernest dedicated his time to raising and supporting his sons. The highlight of Ernest’s life was his children and grandchildren spending many weekends traveling to Hagerstown and Baltimore, Maryland.
MARCH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS
Happy Birthday to Elizabeth Davis, Marquis Wallace, Shirley Brown, Dezmond Wood, Anthony Oghogho, Elena Gatling, Safiya Terry-Joseph, Brittany Baker, Denise Reid Bourne, Mildred Edwards, Vedall Grant, Lloyd Brown, Patricia Stephens, Tina Fields, Niecia Tay, Aja LayLonie, Henry Thomas, Bonnie Droter, Shirley Jackson, Judy Jones-Terry, Shonnel Noel, Amiah Knight, Daniel Jones, Daniel Glee who are Clinton United Methodist Church members celebrating birthdays in March. Hope that you will have many more birthdays to celebrate.
MARCH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Congratulations to Emmanuel and Claudette Oghogho who are Clinton United Methodist Church members celebrating a Wedding Anniversary in March.
LINE DANCING NIGHT
Brandywine, it is UP! Wednesdays just got BETTER at Piano Keys Restaurant & Lounge! Line Dancing every Wednesday Night from 5–11 p.m. at Piano Keys Restaurant & Lounge. Each and every Wednesday, we are turning midweek into a whole vibe. WEAR YOUR DANCING SHOES!
DJ Carlos on the 1s & 2s Bringing the Heat. Happy Hour Food & Drink Specials 5–7 p.m. So, come early. FREE Line Dancing lessons with LaShea Lyonna 7–10 p.m. FREE VIP TABLE, SO COME EARLY. RSVP or for more information (240) 816-2211.
Piano Keys Restaurant & Lounge, 7651 Matapeake Business Drive, Brandywine, Maryland. Tag your crew and let us pack the floor.
LEMUEL HAYNES
Lemuel Haynes was the first Black minister ordained by a Protestant church in the United States (1785). He led predominantly white congregations and used reformed theology to proclaim that the gospel’s logic of sin and grace makes racial inequality incompatible with Christian Faith.
BRIDGE TO RECOVERY
Helping you build a Bridge to Victory. The Bridge to Recovery is a FAITH-BASED RECOVERY PROGRAM. Find Support. There is hope for you. Are you looking for a way out? Are you looking for weekly support? The Bridge to Recovery offers a place of love, hope, and healing for you to overcome your battles and gain victory in your life. We have been helping people find God and rebuild their lives for over 20 years. Come visit us for a new look at support and recovery.
One-on-One Support. During our second Connect you will be given a moderator and a peer to help you on your journey. 52-Week Curriculum, easy to use, simple curriculum built to help you draw closer to God and overcome your battles. 12 Core Truths, we have 12 foundational truths based on the Word of God to help you grow and live sober each day. Connect, first we connect with God. Second, we connect with others. Third, we connect with self.
THE BRIDGE TO RECOVERY. Independent Baptist Church, 9255 Piscataway Road, Clinton, Maryland 20735. Meeting Times: Friday 7 p.m. Telephone (301) 856-1616 www.ibcministries.org
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