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Summer's here and June is shaping up to be a very busy month at the Glenwood Community Center, beginning with a meeting Friday, June 5, 10 a.m. to discuss and explain upcoming changes. Teri Hilton, center manager will led the discussion. You don't want to miss this important meeting.

One of the changes at the center includes a good-bye to senior center director, Betty Frey, who was lucky to age in place employment-wise -- Frey has been with the Office on Aging for 31 years -- and will be leaving at the end of June to spend some time packing up her house and visiting with friends before heading to North Carolina. A luncheon in Betty's honor will be held Thursday, June 18, following the center's Flag Day celebration. Stop by and share Betty stories and wish her well as she heads into retirement living.

You will be sure to be in a festive mood when you begin the day Thursday, June 18, 10:30 a.m. at the Flag Day celebration. A local Boy Scout troop will perform a flag ceremony and demonstrate how old flags are retired.

If you have wondered about the procedure you will be sure to be moved by the care exhibited by this procedure highlighting the reverence with which our flags are retired. Following the ceremonies, the Baltimore County Swing Band will serenade attendees with patriotic tunes. Register by June 16. Cost: $3.

The Civil War Series continues with the lecture: "I will have justice done," a discussion of the tragic circumstances coming to bear on the life of Gouverneur Kemble Warren (January 8, 1830 - August 8, 1882), a Union Army general who in some historical accounts is referred to as the hero of Little Round Top, one of the critical encounters of the battle of Gettysburg. As this series is very popular and space is limited, please register by June 15. Cost: Free

Learn more about American history with the lecture: "The eyes of the world are upon you..." Wednesday, June 24, 10 a.m. This discussion focuses on the D-Day landing, June 6, 1944, with tales of Operation Overlord, the amphibious landing on the beaches of Normandy. This month marks the 65th anniversary of D-Day and the stories of bravery and sacrifice continue to be a source of patriotic pride.

The lives of two presidents will be the focus when the "Presidents and First Ladies" is presented Tuesday, June 23, 10:30 a.m. Reenactors will present a glimpse into the life of James and Elizabeth Monroe and William and Ida McKinley. Register by June 16. Cost: $3.

A big welcome to Libby Davis, the new nutrition coordinator at the center. Libby, previously manager of Tea on the Tiber in Ellicott City, will be working on the lunch programs at the center but my sources tell me to look out for upcoming tea parties at the center. I'll keep you posted.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County is looking for participants for a stroke survivors study. Persons who have had a stroke more than three months ago and have trouble walking as a result are needed for this program. Classes will meet for one hour three times a week and will be held at various sites around Howard County. This is a good opportunity for those who have not participated in this type of program in the past because of the inability of commuting to medical sites in Baltimore. If you are interested, call 410-605-7000, ext. 4842.

Last but definitely not least, the biggest happening in June at the center is the Relay for Life coming up on Friday, June 19. With the economy still struggling charitable donations are down. Every year a relay-themed quilt, lovingly worked on by members of the various teams is auctioned off. It's been suggested that companies might consider bidding on the quilt and then displaying it in their office to show their support for this important cause, which will be accepting donations after the relay is over.

You can contact Judy Boman at judyboman@yahoo.com.

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