Recycle Tech Trash

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: September 30, 2008

Make a clean sweep of fall house cleaning by recycling tech trash at Clarksville Elementary School. The CES Tech Department is collecting printer cartridges, toner drums, cell phones, PDAs and laptops. US Recycling processes the materials and sends funds to the school. Search drawers, closets and wherever you tend to store your empties and old tech items. You could check at the office, too. You’ll be getting rid of clutter, making money for CES and saving the environment all at the same time. To learn more, call 410-313-7050.

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Adventure Awaits in Venture Scouts

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: September 29, 2008

Did you know there is a coed scouting program? It’s called Venture Scouts. Boys and girls at least 14 years old or in ninth grade are eligible to join.

Do you like high adventure and being outdoors? Venture Scouts might be just what you’re looking for. To meet new friends and go on cool adventures, check out the Venture Scout Crew 13 meeting at Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church in Clarksville.

After you’ve joined the Crew, you can send me e-mails to share all the adventures. Crew 13 will have a display table at the church’s annual Ham and Oyster Supper Nov. 1 or you could call the church office for more information. The church number is 410-531-5653.

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More S’mores, Please

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: September 25, 2008

The annual Family Campfire at WSSC-Brighton Dam Recreation Area will be held Friday, Oct. 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The picnic is sponsored by the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission on behalf of the Patuxent Reservoirs Watershed Protection Group to promote watershed protection.

Expect marshmallows, fun and education about protecting your water supply. Bring unbreakable cups, a flashlight, blanket or chairs and long sticks for roasting marshmallows. They’ll be providing water and s’mores ingredients.

Entertainment will be provided by Just 3 Guys who sing a mix of music for all ages with jokes, skits and sight gags. The event is free, but space is limited and registration is essential. To register your family, go to www.wsscwater.com, find Hot Topics and click Family Campfire. For more info, call Sandy August, WSSC Community Outreach Representative at 301-206-8240.

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Pet-Palooza and Parade This Saturday

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: September 25, 2008

Come to Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church next to River Hill shopping center this Saturday. Sept. 27  for Pet-Palooza and a Pet Parade from 2 to 4 p.m. There will be contests, a photo booth, face painting, popcorn, moon bounce, a bake sale, exhibits and games. All are welcome to bring a pet or just come enjoy the pets of others. There will be a blessing of the animals before the parade. Funds collected will go to 2009 youth mission trips.

Now is a good time to mark your calendar for the annual oyster and ham supper at Linden-Linthicum, It’s scheduled for Nov. 1 from 3-7 p.m. More details will be coming soon.

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Inmates or Intimates?

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: September 22, 2008

Inmates or Intimates? As marriage partners which are you?

A marriage Enrichment Weekend will be presented by Mike and Brenda Aufderhar on Valentine’s weekend, the best and most appropriate weekend of the year for a couples’ retreat and will help identify the differences between being inmates or intimates.

The program, jointly sponsored by Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church and Triadelphia Seventh-day Adventist Church, is designed for those who feel trapped in marriage as well as those who are just stuck in small areas. Marriage should be an experience where husband and wife find acceptance, love, fulfillment, romance and excitement.

It should be the most intimate relationship we have. Whether you are in a first marriage, remarriage or blended family, you will find the time well-spent.

The Aufderhars have worked as a team for more than 23 years teaching marriage, parenting and relational issues for international conferences and have hosted weekly radio programs.

Most couples who attend a Marriage Enrichment Weekend believe their marriage isn’t bad, but it could be better. The goal of the weekend is to help you reach your full potential as a married couple

The retreat will be held at the BWI Comfort Inn Conference Center. Check in is Feb. 13, 209, and check-out is Feb. 14. Participants can reserve a room for Saturday night at the group rate.

This weekend is for adults only. It’s a special time exclusively for you and your spouse without any children. The early registration fee is $295. It will be $330 after Dec. 12. Don’t delay. Space is limited. Call Peggy Lee for questions and registration information at 301-317-5428 or 301-801-2344.

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