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Week of November 2, 2009
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 Greetings!
Greetings!
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning
Commission has lots to enjoy here in Prince George's County this week. Visit
Montpelier Mansion to see a fun, new exhibit. Attend an informative workshop
about the Teen Cotillion program. Run or walk in the 14th Annual Jug
Bay 10K/5K Run for Wildlife or the 3K Fun Walk. Attend a FREE open house at Herbert Wells Ice Rink. Explore
the park system and enjoy the social, healthy, fun recreation programs and
activities.
The Department of Parks and Recreation Marketing Team
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What
is It?
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 Montpelier Mansion is
home to a very special What is It? exhibit
throughout November. Stop by any day between 11 am and 4 pm to see all sorts of
gizmos, gadgets, thingamajigs and whatchamacallits. Your job is to figure out,
"what is it?" Parents and
grandparents may see things they've long since forgotten or scratch their heads
in puzzlement at something their kids know all about! Children will gain a whole new appreciation for iPods and
laptops after seeing 8-track cassette players and typewriters! People of all
ages are welcome to come see this FREE exhibit. For more information call 301-377-7817.
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Help fight
homelessness
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 November 15-21 is "National Hunger and
Homelessness Awareness Week," and you can help others through Teens &
Jeans, a campaign empowering youth to take action against homelessness. Teens,
start collecting clean, gently worn jeans (all sizes) now for donation to a
local homeless shelter. Then on Saturday, November 21, attend the FREE Teens
& Jeans for the Homeless 2-Mile Walk-A-Thon (rain or shine) at Lake Artemesia and bring the jeans you've collected
with you. Walk registration begins at 8 am, and the walk starts at 9 am. After
the walk, enjoy live performances. Can't attend the walk? Just drop off
the jeans at any M-NCPPC community center by Friday,
November 20. For more information, call 301-894-6616. In conjunction with
this effort, the Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex is
hosting Teens & Jeans Fun Night on Friday, November 20,
from 7-10 pm. Youth ages 10-17 are invited to enjoy games, movies and snacks at
the Sportsplex. Admission is FREE with at least 1 pair of new or gently-used
jeans. Call 301-583-2400 for more information.
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Cotillion
Preview Workshop
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 Teens and parents are invited to
attend a workshop on Wednesday, November 4 at 7 pm to learn about the 2010
Cotillion program. The 16-week Cotillion program begins in January, 2010 and
offers teens (ages 14-17) a unique opportunity to participate in cultural
activities, gain self-confidence, experience the value of performing community
service, and develop etiquette and leadership skills. By attending this
workshop at the Prince George's Ballrooom, teens will learn more about
the program, and receive Cotillion application/essay tips. Interested teens (ages
14-17 as of January 8, 2010) must be Prince George's County residents.
Pre-registration is required for this FREE workshop. Log on to www.pgparks.com, click on the SMARTlink logo,
and register for program #149143. For more information call 301-446-3400.
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Run for
Wildlife
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 This is the week of the 14th
Annual Jug Bay 10K/5K Run and Wildlife or the 3K Fun Walk. Everyone will enjoy
this wonderful opportunity to race at scenic Patuxent River Park and
Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary on Saturday, November 7. The 3K Fun Walk will be led
by a park naturalist. Participants in the 10K and 5K races will run along the
banks of the Patuxent River. (Water stations will be located along the course.)
Proceeds from the races/walk directly support conservation projects,
environmental research and education aimed at preserving the Patuxent River's
natural wildlife. Registration fees vary depending on your race/walk selection;
you may register at the park on race day. Click here for detailed information,
fees and a race/walk registration form. For more information call 301-627-7755.
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The Annual
Skatefest
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 Herbert Wells Ice Rink is
hosting its annual open house on Saturday, November 7 from 12 noon-4 pm.
Admission is FREE, and public skating is FREE for everyone between 2:30 and
4:30 pm. Watch (or better yet, participate in) an ice hockey scrimmage. Enjoy
games, face painting, appearances by local mascots, and an equipment sale &
swap. Purchase or trade hockey and skating gear. Attendees will have the
opportunity to meet the facility's excellent Learn to Skate instructors, and to
register for ice skating lessons/classes scheduled for the season. Bring the
whole family and enjoy some fun time together. For more information call
301-277-3717.
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Fashionable Teens
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 Come on out to Bladensburg High School for a very special fashion show. Art of Fashion - Love, Peace, and Denim - The
Battle for Catwalk Classic Captain will be held at the high school on
Saturday, November 7. Doors open at 6 pm and the fashion show runs from 7-9 pm.
The stylish, sophisticated models who'll be featured on the runway are
participants from Bladensburg Community Center's Xtreme Teens Program.
Everyone's invited to come see the results of the hard work that's gone into
preparing for the show. Tickets are $5 when purchased in advance, and $10 at
the door. For information call staff at 301-277-2124.
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Fun for
Fido, recreation for Rover
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 A new, off-leash dog park is now open at Heurich Community Park in
Hyattsville. The facility is located at the intersection of Ager Road and
Nicholson Street; parking is available off Nicholson Street. Canines can
frolic off-leash with their pals in separate small and large dog
areas. Dogs must be current with licenses and vaccinations. The dog
park is FREE and open from dawn to dusk.
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National
Harbor Trip
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Take a stroll along the
riverfront, visit the shops, and have lunch at one of many fine restaurants on our
trip to National Harbor. This 300-acre development on the Potomac River is a
one-of-a-kind venue in Prince George's County. Seniors ages 60 & better may
sign up now for this trip, scheduled for Wednesday, November 18 from 10 am-4
pm. The trip departs from and returns to Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center. The trip fee is $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents. Refunds will
not be offered unless the trip is cancelled or the spot is resold. Trip depends
on sufficient registration. Log on to www.pgparks.com,
click on the SMARTlink logo, and register for course #146498. For more
information call 301-699-1238.
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There's always something good going on in Prince George's County. Browse www.pgparks.com to find out what's happening and where. Sign up for classes and activities using the SMARTlink system. Or check out information on parks and trails, community centers, nature centers, sports and arts facilities, and more.
Questions? Contact our Customer Service Help Desk at 301-699-CALL(2255) or e-mail help4smartlink@pgparks.com.
Have a great week!
The M-NCPPC Department of Parks and Recreation
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