Field Hockey Clinic and More this Saturday

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: October 13, 2008

The River Hill Field Hockey Team is holding a four-hour instructional clinic for elementary and middle school girls Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be three hours of instruction and drills, working with ball control, passing, shooting, defense and a session for goalies as well. The last hour will be games consisting of 25 minute halves. The cost is $40 per player. Girls need to bring a water bottle, mouth guard, shin guards and a stick. For more information, e-mail schamness@hcpss.org.

Western Howard County Youth Basketball is also accepting registrations for the 2008-09 season. For registration forms and other information, go to www.whcybasketball.com or call 410-489-0351.

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Happy Anniversary to Neighbor Ride

By Darleen Sanford
Posted: October 3, 2008

Neighbor Ride, a volunteer based nonprofit with Clarksville roots, is celebrating a fourth anniversary of service in an exciting way. To decrease isolation and improve the quality of life for those 60 and over, they have teamed with the Volunteer Center Serving Howard County to promote volunteerism. A wealth of talent and experience among older community residents make them a perfect fit to fill volunteer needs, but older people do not always have transportation.

Neighbor Ride volunteers use their own vehicles to offer low-cost transportation to those 60 and older for medical and personal care appointments, religious services, social outings, shopping and other day-to-day activities.

As of Oct. 1, Neighbor Ride and the Volunteer Center Serving Howard County have jointly established the Senior Volunteer Fund through a generous contribution from Ascend One EDGE Fund. Seniors seeking transportation from Neighbor Ride for volunteer activities will be able to travel at half-price through the Senior Volunteer Fund through the end of 2008. With community support, they hope the special discount can be extended indefinitely. Now is the ideal season for beginning a volunteer activity. You will find it’s a tremendous blessing to yourself as well as to others.

All those interested in participating in the Senior Volunteer Initiative as a driver or passenger should call Neighbor Ride at 410-884-RIDE (7433) for more information or to register as a passenger. You’ll be glad you made the call.

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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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