Share your good news and events with the community. Contact Laurel Leader editorial assistant Pat Farmer, paf1@patuxent.com, or 301-725-2000 Ext. 2526, or fax 410-997-4564.

Bingo

Basket bingo -- Sat., July 11, Maryland City Volunteer Fire Department, 3498 Fort Meade Road. Doors and kitchen open 5 p.m., games 7 p.m. No advance sales on King Tutt tickets. Reservations, 301-483-4985 or mcvfdbingo@yahoo.com.

Basket bingo -- Sun., Aug. 9, Laurel Elks Lodge 2283, 8261 Brock Bridge Road. Doors and kitchen open 1 p.m., bingo at 2 p.m. I$15 in advance, $17 at door, includes 22 regular and special games and door prize. Two jackpot games, two raffles, King Tutt and Mighty Ball games extra. Reservations, Elizabeth@teenmomsfriendsclub.org, 301-358-4942.

Laurel Boys and Girls Club Monday bingo -- Doors open weekly at 5:30 p.m., games begin 7 p.m., Phelps Center, 701 Montgomery St. Guaranteed $500 bonanza game every week and a new Triple Seven game with opportunity to win up to $500. Food and drink at reasonable cost from Carla's Citchen. Proceeds support club's programs. 301-953-9340.

American Legion -- Bingo on Fridays, 7:45 p.m., Post 60, 2 Main St. Doors open 5:30 p.m. 301-725-2302. No Wednesday night bingo.

Blood drive

Blood drive -- Laurel Regional Hospital and Laurel Lions Club in conjunction with the American Red Cross, Tues., Aug. 4, 2-8 p.m., J.R. Jones Conference Room, Laurel Regional Hospital, 7300 Van Dusen Road. Schedule an appointment, 301-497-7914, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Scheduled appointments given priority. Walk-ins welcome.

Camps

Laurel Police Department COPS Camp -- Aug. 10-14. Oriented for youth ages 6 to 14. Mirrors activities and training of a real police academy with purpose of instilling character, discipline and public service. $75 per participant. Space limited, first come, first serve basis. Captain Bob Althoff, 301-498- 0092.

Summer day camp -- Sponsored by the Laurel Department of Parks and Recreation. Registration underway for Laurel city residents and non-residents for day camps held through Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Robert J. DiPietro Community Center (formerly Laurel Community Center), 7901 Cypress St. Children ages 6 (entering first grade)-12, $90 per week for city residents; $120 for non-residents. Pre and post care hours available. Swimming, cooking, sports, crafts, cookout lunch each week and all camp special events. Teen camp, Tennis camp and new Chess Wizards Chess camp available; costs vary. Register at Robert J. DiPietro Center or Municipal Center, 8103 Sandy Spring Road. 301-725-7800 or 301-497-0300, www.laurel.md.us for brochure.

Ultimate Adventure Camp -- For teens 12 to 15, at Terrapin Adventures, Savage Mill. Camp challenges body and mind; learn about the environment, leadership, teamwork and have fun, climbing, zipping and traversing high in the sky. Learn to kayak and sail, mountain bike, tubing and experience 2 g's of force on the giant swing. 301-725-1313, www.terrapinadventures.com/camp.php.

Classes

Summer art classes -- Offered weekly throughout summer, morning and afternoon sessions, Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Road. Children and teens can sign up for morning only or afternoon only art classes. For parents who need all day care, classes can be combined with before, lunch and after care for a whole week of art. Registration has begun for residents of Prince George's County and all others. Schedules online, www.pgparks.com. 301-377-7800.

ESL and U.S. citizenship -- Free English as a Second Language and U.S. citizenship classes through May, Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. and Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 15000 First Baptist Lane. 301-725-1688.

Free genealogy classes -- Classes held fourth Thursday of each month, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 7200 Contee Road, Latter-day Saint Chapel (across from Laurel Regional Hospital). Questions on class or genealogy research, Amy Krieger, amy@byu.net or J.R. Martinez, jmartinez@acbankers.org.

New and expectant parents -- Free classes at Laurel Pregnancy Center, 415 Main St., Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. Topics range from childbirth to parenting to healthy living. Taught by a professional from the community. Karen, 301-776-9997, karen@laurelpregnancycenter.org.

Competitions

Miss Teen Laurel International 2010 --Seeking applicants between ages of 13 through 18, who live or attend school in Maryland. Contestants compete in personal interview, fun fashion, aerobic wear and evening gown. Pageant scheduled on April 9 and 10, 2010. Winner will receive an all expense paid trip to the National competition in July. State director, 410-490-0879, or mrsmaryland@msn.com.

Miss Pre Teen Central Maryland International 2010 --Seeking applicants between ages of 9 through 12, who live or attend school in Maryland. Contestants compete in on-stage production, fun fashion, 12-minute speech, aerobic wear and formal wear (ball gown). Pageant scheduled on April 9 and 10, 2010. Winner will receive a free entry into the Miss Teen Maryland International pageant when they are age eligible. State director, 410-490-0879, or mrsmaryland@msn.com.

Fundraisers

Spirit Night -- Thurs., July 9, 5-10 p.m., Don Pablos, Laurel Lakes, 14600 Laurel Place. Footsteps for Girls, a local group raising money to participate in the 3-Day breast cancer walk in Washington, D.C. in October. 301-725-1993.

Bill McGuigan golf tournament -- Previous date rained out. New date, Fri., July 17, Timbers at Troy golf course, 6100 Marshalee Drive, Elkridge. Presented by Pallotti High School, schedule is: Check-in and continental breakfast, 7:45 a.m.; Tournament briefing, 8:15 a.m.; Shotgun start, 4-person scramble, best ball, 8:30 a.m.; buffet luncheon and awards, 2 p.m. Prizes, raffles and give-aways. Soft spikes only. Sponsorships available. Joe McCall, 301-725-3228 Ext. 209, jmccall@pallottihs.org.

Crab feast -- To benefit Maryland City football and cheerleading, Sat., Aug. 1, 2-6 p.m., Maryland City football fields on Brock Bridge Road. $35 adults; $20 ages 12 and under. 202-286-9247.md7/1Lawn mower races and chili cook-off -- Sat., Sept. 19, Laurel Community Center athletic field, Cypress St. Sponsored by the Laurel Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association and the city of Laurel's 4th of July Committee.

Gates open 10:30 a.m. General admission $5, children 6-10 $2. Plenty of free parking in immediate area. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food and drinks for purchase. No outside consumables. Working dogs only. No alcohol permitted. If interested in participating, 301-725-5300 Ext. 444, or Laurel4thofJulyCommittee@laurel.md.us. www.laurel.md.us/laurelfourth/.

Games

Laurel Community Center Games Club -- Every Thursday, 6 p.m., Robert J. DiPietro Community Center, 7901 Cypress St. Innovative, challenging games for children, teens and adults. Games of all types such as Blokus, Carcassonne, Mencala, Lost Cities. Share your favorite or learn a new one. 301-776-2280.

Laurel Chess Club -- Meets Thursdays, 6-10 p.m., Laurel Armory Anderson- Murphy Community Center, 422 Montgomery St. Players of all ages and skill levels. Jason Waggoner, 301-490-6042.

Laurel Library Chess Club -- Laurel Library, 507 Seventh St. Saturdays, July 11 and 25 and Aug. 8 and 22, 1 p.m. All ages. Instructor: Eagle Chess Academy. 301-776-6790.

Family Game Night -- Mon., July 20, 7 p.m., Laurel Branch library, 507 Seventh St., all ages. Play board games at the library. Bring one of your own, or play one of the library's. Snacks provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Laurel Library. Also scheduled for Mon., Aug. 10. 301-776-6790.

Group meetings

Maryland Writers Association -- Newly formed Annapolis/Anne Arundel County Chapter, speakers meeting with the Bayside Byliners, Tues., July 14, 6:30 p.m., Ahh Coffee Shop, Eastport Plaza Shopping Center, 1015 Bay Ridge Ave., Annapolis. Writers of all genres and anyone interested in the writing life welcome to attend. Future programming includes critique groups, speaker events, book fairs and community work. 410-336-1048, jrwrite@aol.com. www.marylandwriters.org.

Crown of Laurel Toastmasters Club 77 -- Meetings every first and third Tuesdays, 6:45 p.m., Boys and Girls Club, 324 Montgomery St. coltm.com.

Columbians Toastmasters Club -- Meets first and third Wednesdays, 7:15 p.m., Capitol College, 11301 Springfield Road, Laurel. Public speaking. columbianstm@hotmail.com. 301-794-9669.

Maryland Search & Rescue -- Meetings, Mondays, 7-9 p.m., Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Highland, Route 216 at Browns Bridge Road. Meetings Mondays, 7-9 p.m. (Last Monday each month is an officers' meeting.) Maryland Search & Rescue is a program for young men and women, aged 14-21 (and adult advisors/participants) that focuses on wilderness, lost-person searching. Training consists of a number of high-adventure activities, hiking, backpacking, land navigation, all-weather camping, rock climbing, repelling as well as search tactics and first-aid. Program run by the youth members, providing a great opportunity to learn leadership skills while giving back to the community. Pamela Paulding, 410-730-0561 or Art Ross, 410-740-2913. www.msar616.com.

Blue Star Mothers of Maryland -- Monthly meetings in Laurel for mothers supporting sons and daughters in all branches of the military (active duty, reserves, honorably discharged). 301-490-5358 or 410-978-2979.

Writers' Circle -- Second Mondays monthly, 7 p.m., Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane. Share original writing with other aspiring authors for mutual support and feedback. No registration required. 410-880-5980.

Book clubs -- Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane. Mystery Book Club, second Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Nonfiction Book Club, third Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Books available at branch. No registration required. 410-880-5980.

Society of Military Widows -- Fourth Sundays, brunch at Fort Meade's Club Meade. New members welcome. Call Daisy Jackson, 410-730-6194, daisyjackson@mris.com.

History

Family Fun Days -- Sundays, July 19 and Aug. 2, 4-6 p.m., Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Road at Route 197. Explore the grounds of Montpelier, play colonial games and toys, do a craft, dress up in old-fashioned clothes and take a tour. All ages. Visitors welcome to have a picnic dinner on the grounds but please have rain plan; no inside eating facilities at Montpelier. Canned food accepted for donation to local food banks. No reservations required. 301-377-7817, Holly.Burnham@pgparks.com, www.pgparks.com.

Tours of Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Road -- Guided, Sundays, noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Self-guided, Monday through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Group tours for 10 or more by appointment. $3 adults; $2 seniors and groups of 10 or more; $1 ages 6 to 18; free ages 5 and under. The reproduction kitchen is a part of the regular mansion tours. 301-377-7817. montpelier.mansion@pgparks.com.

Tours of Snow Hill Manor -- Plantation house of late Georgian style built in 1755, 13301 Laurel-Bowie Road. Tours Tuesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 301-725-6037. snowhill.manor@pgparks.com.

Kids and teens

Learn Latin with "Minimus" -- English author Barbara Bell, who wrote "Minimus" about the mouse who made Latin cool, gives mini-Latin lessons to children, Sun., July 19, 1-3 p.m., Laurel Branch library, 507 Seventh St. Play some ancient games; hear stories about ancient gods and goddesses; enjoy making a Roman craft; and meet members of Legio XX, Roman re-enactors. 301-776-6790. minimus.com.

Game on! Thurs., Aug. 6, 2 p.m., Laurel Branch library, 507 Seventh St. Show off your gaming skills and impress your friends. Teens 13-18. 301-776-2061.

Weekend Teen Club -- Sponsored by Laurel Department of Parks and Recreation. Fridays, 7-10 p.m., Laurel Community Center, 7901 Cypress St. Saturdays, 7-10 p.m., Laurel Armory Anderson-Murphy Community Center, 422 Montgomery St. Basketball, games, tournaments and food. Must have annual pass, no daily drop in fees accepted. Ages 12 through 17. 301-725-7800, www.laurel.md.us.

Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane -- For Teens on Screen: Anime Movie Club. First Mondays, 7-9 p.m., Special screening of popular anime films. Refreshments. Ages 11 to 17. Registration required. Teen 'Zine. First Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. Add your voice to the online newsletter written by teens, for teens. www.hclibrary.org/teenzine. Ages 13 to 17. No registration. Teen Book Club. Fourth Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., ages 13 and up, no registration. 410-880-5980.

Children's classes -- Savage Branch Library, 9525 Durness Lane, Savage, 410-880-5978. No registration unless specified. Preschool: Play Partners, ongoing every Wednesday, 9:45-10:30 a.m., ages infant-23 months with adult.

Library

Laurel Branch Library -- 507 Seventh St. 301-776-6790.

* Daytime storytimes (pick up free ticket at children's desk): Newborn to 12 months with caregiver, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.; 12 to 24 months with caregiver, Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m.; ages 2 to 3, Mondays, 10:30 and 11:15 a.m., limit 35; ages 2 1/2 to 4 1/2, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., limit 35. Dad & Me storytime, newborn-36 months with male caregiver, Sat., Aug. 1, 10:30 a.m.

* Evening storytime, ages 3-6, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., limit 35. Pick up free ticket at Children's Desk.

* English-Spanish storytime/Cuentos para niños en Español y Ingles, children and their families/niños y sus familias, Tues., Aug. 4, 7:15 p.m./4 de agosto 7:15: p.m. Pick us free ticket at Children's Desk/Los boletos estan gratis y disponibles en el escritorio de los niños.

* English-French storytime/L'heure du conte pour les enfants en Anglais et Français, children and their families/Les enfants et leurs familles, Saturdays, July 11 and Aug. 8, 10:30 a.m./samedi le 11 juillet et le 8 août à 10h30, pick up free ticket at Children's Desk/Des billets gratuits sont disponibles chez le bureau des enfants.

* Music with Milkshake, Sun., July 12, 2 p.m., preschool-12 years.

* Horse Encounters, Mon., July 13, 6:30 p.m., ages 8-14, learn about horses and have a mini-riding lesson with Karen L. Parker from Woodland Horse Center. Space limited to 12. Registration required, call branch for details.

* Get your green on! Recycled arts & crafts for teens, ages 13-18, Tues., July 14, 6:30 p.m. Teens choose from a variety of simple craft programs that highlight the importance of reusing material to cut down on waste.

* Reptile World, Wed., July 15, 7 p.m., ages 6-12.

* Spend Sunday in ancient Rome! Sun., July 19, 1 p.m., all ages. Afternoon of Latin and Ancient Roman fun. Mini-Latin language lessons, Ancient Roman games, re-enactors (dressed as Roman soldiers). Presented by Barbara Bell, author of the Minimus series of books.

* Maryland Science Center: What's the Matter? Chemistry with Fizz, Foam & Flash, Tues., July 21, 2 p.m., ages 6-12.

* Otto the Auto, Tues., Aug. 4, 10:30 a.m., ages 4-7. Meet Otto the Talking Auto. Have fun while learning to stay safe in and around cars. Attendance limited to 60. Pick up free ticket at Children's Desk. Sponsored by AAA.

* Maryland Zoo in Baltimore: Maryland Native Species, Tues., Aug. 4, 2 p.m., ages 6-12.

* Shadow Puppet workshop, Wed., Aug. 19, 7 p.m., ages 6-12.

Maryland City at Russett Branch Library -- 3501 Russett Common, 301-725-2390.

* One-on-One Computer Training: Mondays, 7-8 p.m., Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m. and Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. Work individually with a librarian in a scheduled session. Learn how to access your library account and search the catalog; search the Internet and special electronic databases, and set up a free e-mail account. Reservations required. Call or visit the branch to schedule an appointment.

* English Basic Skills: Contact the library for information on dates and times. These free English classes offered by Anne Arundel Community College integrate listening, speaking, reading ad writing skills for students with minimal English training prior to attending classes.

Savage Branch Library -- 9525 Durness Lane. Sunday hours 1-5 p.m. www.hclibrary.org, 410-313-7890.

* Internet Technology, one-on-one tutoring: Mouse in the House: Family Web Surfing, ages 7 and over; Open the Door to Open Office: Ages 13 and over; Research 24/7: Access full-text articles and other resources for school assignments, business or personal use from any computer at any time.

* Preschool classes: Play Partners, Wed., through Aug. 12, 10:15 and 11 a.m., ages infant-23 months with adult, 20-30 minutes, no registration; Picture Book Parade, Tuesdays, through Aug. 11, 10:15 a.m. and Fridays, July 10-Aug. 13, 10:15 and 11 a.m. (with craft), every Thursday, 7 p.m., ages 2-5 with adult, 30 minutes, no registration; Pajama Time: Every Tuesday, 7 p.m., Thursdays, through Aug. 13, all ages, 30 minutes, no registration; All Together Now: Saturdays, July 11-Aug. 15, 11 a.m., all ages, 30 minutes, no registration; Sing Me A Story, Tues., July 23, ages 2-5 with adult, 30 minutes, no registration; Twist & Shout!, Tues., July 14, 11 a.m., beach party, ages 2-5 with adult, 30 minutes, registrations begins July 7 online and at branch; What's in My Art Box?, Mondays, through July 20, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m., ages 3-6 with adult, 45 minutes, registration underway online and at branch.

* K to 5 classes: Creative Cultures, Sat., July 11, 1:30 p.m., Australia, and Wed., July 15, 7 p.m., North America ages 7 and over, 45 minutes, registration begins July 5 online and at branch; Ecoart, Sat., July 25, 1:30 p.m., ages 7 and over, 7 year olds must be accompanied by an adult, 45 minutes, registration begins July 18 online and at branch; Nature Crafts, Wed., July 29, 2 p.m., ages 5 and over, 45 minutes, registration begins July 22 online and at branch.

Nature

Invasive plant removal -- Second Sunday of every month, 1 p.m. The Sierra Club invites volunteers of all ages to join its ongoing removal activity in Riverfront Park. Meet at the Municipal Swimming Pool, Ninth and Main streets, Brigitte, 240-506-8976.

Patuxent Research Refuge -- Free programs; advance registration required, donations to the Friends of Patuxent appreciated. 301-497-5887, www.patuxent.fws.gov.

* North Tract, Route 198 between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 32. 301-776-3090, http://patuxent.fws.gov. Contact Station and grounds open every day, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. except for federal holidays. Twilight Tuesdays, grounds open to visitors until 7:30 p.m. during the summer, first Tuesday of the month, Aug. 4.

* National Wildlife Visitor Center, Powder Mill Road between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Route 197. Twilight Tuesdays, grounds open to visitors until 7:30 p.m. during the summer, second Tuesday of month, July 14, Aug. 11.

Pool

Splashdown 2009 -- Sat., July 18, 1-6 p.m., Laurel Municipal Pool, Fun, food, games, contests, aerobic demos, entertainment and concession specials. Freebies and prizes. Use your pool pass or pay a daily admission fee. Open to all ages.

Doggie Dip Day -- Sat., Sept. 12, noon-3 p.m., Laurel Municipal Pool. Bring your canine and enjoy a refreshing swim at the end of the "Dog Days of Summer." Main and wading pools only will be open to pet/owner swimming. Owners must be able to restrain pet. $5 per dog, free to owners.

Reunions

Bladensburg High School class of 1969 -- 40-year reunion, July 17, 18 and 19, Double Tree Hotel, Annapolis. Catch up informally with classmates, chat poolside, dance to a DJ and enjoy a buffet dinner. Theme: 'Seniors' Week - Life's a Beach.' Register interest online, bladensburgalumni.com.

Western Senior High School class of 1989 -- 20 year reunion, semi-formal gala, Sat., Aug. 1, 7 p.m. to midnight, BWI Marriott. $75 per person for dinner, drinks and dancing. Tickets and information, westernclassof89@yahoo.com.

Laurel High School class of 1972 -- Reunion picnic, Aug. 15, 10 a.m., Laurel Lakes. Bring a dish to share and stories to tell. Pass this on to other classmates. Sandy Boswell Calhoun, 304-268-4272, sandcalho@hotmail.com.

Laurel High School class of 1989 -- Aug. 8, www.aplusreunion.com.

Laurel High School class of 1979 -- Oct. 10, www.aplusreunion.com.

Laurel High School class of 1959 -- 50th reunion, Sept. 12. Mary Madigan Grimm, megrimm1@verizon.net.

Scouts

Daisy Girl Scouts -- Girls, age 5, entering kindergarten welcome. Learn, work and play together. 800-834-1702, dwilliams@gscnc.org.

Girl Scouts summer camp -- Adult volunteers needed to spend a week or any part of week during summer. Camp won't happen without the support and help of volunteers. Offers supervised fun, hands-on activities, games, songs, crafts and adventure for girls. Locations of camps, girlscouts4u.org, or Lori Davis, 1-800-834-1702, or 301-638-5373.

Seniors

O'Malley Senior Center -- 1275 Odenton Road, 301-621-9515, 410-222-6227. Thursdays, 1 p.m. Pinochle Club, Mondays, 1 p.m., single-deck pinochle, Wednesdays, 1 p.m., double-deck pinochle. Quilting Club, first and third Friday of every month, 1 p.m., Annex; new projects each meeting; instructor Alice Nicholas. Trip: "The Producers," Thurs., July 16, Allenberry Playhouse, Boiling Springs, Pa., bus departs center 10 a.m., returns 3:30 p.m., $80 includes transportation, admission and lunch buffet.

Phelps Senior Center -- 701 Montgomery St., 301-776-6168, seniors@laurel.md.us. Seniors in Motion: Walk inside Laurel Mall, Tuesday and Thursday, 8-10 a.m., upper level near food court. Food and Friendship program: Lunch Monday through Friday, register with office, order one week in advance, donation of $2.25 per day. City of Laurel senior van transportation: "curb to curb" service for seniors and disabled adults for small annual fee. Travel within incorporated city limits of Laurel only. Pre-registration required. 301-498-3384. Wii games: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, room 1, 1-3 p.m. Social Club: Share the newspaper, a book or talk about what's in the news, Monday through Friday, Main Room, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., with break for lunch. Crochet Club: Mondays, noon in room 2, bring your own supplies, beginners and experts welcome. Bingo Bunch: Every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m., call 301-776-0661. Line dancing with Barbara Brown: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., Laurel Armory; Blood pressure screening: Laurel Regional Hospital volunteers, second Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m., room 2. Diabetes dialogue: Third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. room 2, sponsored by Prince George's County Health Department. Monday Movies: Third Monday of month, room 1, 10 a.m., with popcorn and lemonade. Sun., July 12, Kennedy Center, "The Color Purple," noon, show starts at 1:30 p.m., $99, then dinner on own at Union Station. 301-776-6168 for movie titles and reservations. Poker, bridge and dominos: Desire to learn or play, Fridays, 12:30-3:30, room 1.

Phelps Senior Center -- 701 Montgomery St., 301-776-6168, seniors@laurel.md.us. Seniors in Motion: Walk inside Laurel Mall, Tuesday and Thursday, 8-10 a.m., upper level near food court. Food and Friendship program: Lunch Monday through Friday, register with office, order one week in advance, donation of $2.25 per day. City of Laurel senior van transportation: "curb to curb" service for seniors and disabled adults for small annual fee. Travel within incorporated city limits of Laurel only. Pre-registration required. 301-498-3384. Wii games: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, room 1, 1-3 p.m. Social Club: Share the newspaper, a book or talk about what's in the news, Monday through Friday, Main Room, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., with break for lunch. Crochet Club: Mondays, noon in room 2, bring your own supplies, beginners and experts welcome. Bingo Bunch: Every Tuesday, 1-3 p.m., call 301-776-0661. Line dancing with Barbara Brown: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., Laurel Armory; Blood pressure screening: Laurel Regional Hospital volunteers, second Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m., room 2. Diabetes dialogue: Third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. room 2, sponsored by Prince George's County Health Department. Monday Movies: Third Monday of month, room 1, 10 a.m., with popcorn and lemonade. Sun., July 12, Kennedy Center, "The Color Purple," noon, show starts at 1:30 p.m., $99, then dinner on own at Union Station. 301-776-6168 for movie titles and reservations. Poker, bridge and dominos: Desire to learn or play, Fridays, 12:30-3:30, room 1.

Phoenix Cultural Singles Group -- Looking to broaden their geographical area. Meetings on Sundays, Oakland Mills Interfaith Center, 5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. 11:45 a.m., complimentary coffee and light snacks; 12-1:15 p.m., presentation or singles discussion. Roz, 410-730-7568 or Barbara, 410-997-0739.

Support

Group meetings -- Laurel Regional Hospital, 7300 Van Dusen Road, 301-497-7914:

* Alcoholics Anonymous, every Sunday, 7 p.m. A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

* Al-Anon, every Friday and Sunday, 7 p.m. Helps families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend.

* Bipolar Support Group, every Thursday, 6 p.m.

* Nar-Anon, every Monday, 7 p.m. Information and resources for the friends and families of drug addicts and substance abusers.

* Narcotics Anonymous, every Monday and Thursday, 7 p.m. A fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. For recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

* Parkinson Support Group, every Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. 301-776-3426 for more information.

* Rehabilitation Sharing Group (strokes and longtime illness), second Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. Physical Medicine, 301-497-7901 Ext. 77901.

Chemically Dependent Anonymous -- A fellowship of recovering addicts and alcoholics meets every Thursday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m., Village Baptist Church, 1950 Mitchellville Road in Bowie. 1-888-CDA-HOPE (1-888-232-4673. www.cdaweb.org.

Howard County Young Windows and Widowers Group -- Social and support group meets the first Wednesday of each month, Jilly's, 10300 Baltimore National Pike, Enchanted Forest Shopping Center, Ellicott City. 410-740-5858.

Caregiver's Support Network -- Meets second Wednesday of each month, Aug. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. at the Claudia Mayer Center, Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite G050, Columbia. Group for people caring for a loved one suffering from cancer. Designed to give caregivers a safe place to air the concerns that go along with caring for a loved one with cancer. Facilitated by Mary M. Dowling, LCSW-C. Registration preferred, walk-ins welcome. 410-964-9100 Ext. 5.

Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center -- A place of hope, help and support for men, women and children living and coping with cancer, 5900 Cedar Lane, Columbia. "I Can Cope" free educational series, first Saturday of each month. Registration required. Quilting and Hand-sewing classes, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m-noon. Registration required. Knitting and crochet groups, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, 10:30 a.m.-noon, knit or crochet chemo caps, lap blankets or preemie hats. Tai Sophia Institute, Howard County General Hospital and the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center has established an oncology treatment program that offers complimentary acupuncture and yoga classes to individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer. Qualified patients are referred to the Tai Sophia program through the Claudia Mayer Center. 410-740-5858 for details. Caregiver's Support Network, for people caring for a loved one suffering from cancer, caregivers have a safe place to come to air concern that go along with caring for a loved one, registration required, 410-964-9100 Ext. 5.

Mental illness -- Howard County chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers free family support groups. 410-772-9300, www.nami.org/sites/howardcounty.

* Family support group, support and education to family and friends of adults with mental illness, fourth Monday of each month, July 27, 7:30 p.m., Emmanuel United Methodist Church, room 3, 10755 Scaggsville Road.

Bereavement support -- Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, 410-987-2129.

Trips

Dinner theater trip -- "The Producers," Thurs., July 16, Allenberry Playhouse in Boiling Springs, Pa. Buffet lunch included. Bus departs from parking lot, O'Malley Senior Center, 1275 Odenton Road, Odenton, 9 a.m., returns 3:30 p.m. Total cost $80. Deposit of $25 required to reserve seat. 301-621-9515.

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