Girl Scouts Collecting Treasured Books for Children

By Susan Lavin
Posted: November 11, 2008

“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island,” Walt Disney said. Books can transport any child from their living room couch to a glittering princess castle to a magical mountaintop in a matter of minutes. Books can also lead to a lifetime of learning and love of reading, which we would all like to encourage, especially in children.

Girl Scout Troop 1565 would like everyone to participate in a Book Drive! They are collecting children’s books to benefit kids in Baltimore City. Search your attic, and under your bed and find all of your gently used children’s books for this great cause.What a wonderful thing to own books!

Let’s all pitch in and make this a real possibility for as many children as we can.You can drop off your “loot” of books at Elkridge Elementary School, Ilchester Elementary School or Our Lady of Perpetual Help School until Sunday, Nov. 16. There will be boxes in the lobby at each school for your contributions. If you have questions, please contact Katelyn Whitebloom at 410-379-3889.

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ORB on You Tube!

By Susan Lavin
Posted: November 6, 2008

Hey, check out ORB, the band including Elkridge’s own Owen Gerus, Cooper Gerus, and Bo Oliver on You Tube!

The local band performed “Werewolves of London” with a guest singer, Jodi Bahrijczuk. I also saw Josh Bahrijczuk adding some percussion to the song. This gig was a Halloween block party in Elkridge.”

It was a great crowd and fun evening! Soon there will be more from ORB on You Tube: clips from Artscape, Summer’s End Jam and Avalon Ramp Jam,” Lori Gerus said.

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Afternoon Tea at Grace Episcopal Church

By Susan Lavin
Posted: November 3, 2008

An Afternoon Tea has been planned for Nov. 16, 2 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 6725 Montgomery Road, in Elkridge. This charming event will feature a scrumptious lunch buffet. Let us pamper you with tea, scones and tea cakes elegantly served to each table.”For a festive flair, you are welcome to slip on your white gloves and fancy feathered hats, if you’d like.

Women will also have an opportunity to begin their holiday shopping! Amazing sterling and gemstone jewelry will be on display, with a portion of the sales being contributed to Grace Episcopal Church.

The cost of this tea is $20 per person. Talk to your friends and make plans to meet there to catch up on your busy lives! Call today for reservations at 410-796-3270, or you may visit the church office from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Thanksgiving Feast in Elkridge!

By Susan Lavin
Posted: October 30, 2008

The Elkridge Love Mission would like to invite the community to a free Thanksgiving Day Feast! The event will be held Nov. 27 from noon to 5 p.m. at Grace Parish Hall, at the corner of Montgomery and Landing Roads. Carryout dinners will also be offered. Donations will be accepted for the pantry during the event.

A box will be available for non-perishable food contributions. Monetary donations are always welcomed and can be sent to Elkridge Love Mission, 5660 Furnace Ave., in Elkridge.

If you can arrange your schedule to be available on Thanksgiving Day to assist with transporting neighbors to and from Grace Hall for the feast, your time would be appreciated. For additional information, or to volunteer call Pam Flynn 443-223-3770 or e-mail pamed83@verizon.net.

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Open House At St. Augustine School Nov. 9

By Susan Lavin
Posted: October 29, 2008

St. Augustine School will hold an Open House and registration Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. They will be accepting applications for grades pre-k through 8. The Open House will include guided tours of the school, a presentation by Principal Patricia Schratz, an informal question and answer session and light refreshments.

St. Augustine School has been serving the Elkridge community for 151 years and welcomes the opportunity to serve your family! For more information, call Sherry Mobley at 410-796-3040 or e-mail her at smobley@staug-md.org.

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