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Auditions – The Maryland State Boychoir will be accepting applications for auditions during the month of September. Auditions will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15, and Saturday, Sept. 29. All boys, ages 7-17, who love to sing are encouraged to apply. Previous training or experience is not required. Members of the Boychoir receive outstanding training in voice, as well as musical theory. Additionally, the choir offers boys the chance to sing great music, tour domestically as well as internationally, and to make new friends in a fun and challenging environment. To schedule an audition or for more information, call (410) 668-2003.
Volunteers needed – Volunteers are needed to become Senior Health Insurance Program Counselors (SHIP) for the Baltimore County Department of Aging. The training for the new SHIP volunteers, coordinated by the Maryland Department of Aging, will be held every Wednesday, beginning Sept. 4 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., through Sept. 26, at the Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. SHIP volunteers participate in 18 hours of training and commit to two hours a week to counsel Medicare beneficiaries and assist with enrollment sessions for Medicare D. If you are interested in signing up, call Pat Venable or Brenda Shoenig, SHIP at 410-887-2059 or send an e-mail to
pvenable@baltimorecountymd.gov or bshoenig@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Italian festival – Monday, Aug. 27 from 6 to 10 p.m. The Town of Ocean City presents Italian festival night at Sunset Park. Enjoy an evening of music by the Monaldi Brothers, fun and fun at Sunset Park, South Division St. bayside. Admission is free. Details: 410-250-0125.
American Legion Auxiliary #20 Fundraiser – Monday, Sept.10, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bus trip to new Philadelphia Park Casino and live horse races. Cost: $27 minus $25 rebate by casino. Pay before Aug. 27 to qualify for early bird prize drawing. Bus will pickup at Carney Park & Ride and Rosedale. Details: Joan Rychwalski 410-337-6808.
Wine festival – Saturday, Sept. 8 from noon to 7 p.m. & Sunday, Sept. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. The event will feature wine, food, live bands, Pottery at the Barn, farmers’ market, unique artists & crafters. Tickets are $10 at the gate & $20 in advance. Designated & non-drinker tickets are $10 & kids 12 & under are free. Rockfield Manor, 501 Churchville Rd. in Bel Air. Details: 410-638-4565 or
www.rockfiledmanor.com.
Peach festival & flea market – Saturday, Sept. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a day of shopping, lunch & desserts. Zion United Church of Christ, 8701 Cottington Rd. Reserve your space with Kim 410-375-0046.
Fundraiser – Sunday, Sept. 2. Save-A-Limb Bike Ride, trail run, & mile obstacle walk at Oregon Ridge Park to benefit the Save-A-Limb Fund. Oregon Ridge Park, 13401 Beaver Dam Rd. in Cockeysville. Details: 410-601-2483 or www.savealimbride.org.
Theater – Aug. 29 through Sept. 1. Run of the Mill Theater presents 365 Plays/365 Days by Suzan Lori Parks. The Carl J. Murphy Fine Arts Center, Morgan State University. Details: 443-885-3670 or runofthemilltheater@gmail.com.
On Vamps – Aug. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Topic: Female vampires. The Imaginative Cinema Society meets at the church hall of the Perry Hall Presbyterian Church (not affiliated with the church), 8848 Belair Rd. Details: www.icsfilm.net
Family movie night – Aug. 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. “Nanny McPhee.” Pizza, drink & movie $5/person or $15/family. Join us for evening of magic & wizardry. Register now. Overlea-Fullerton Recreation Council, Holt Park, 34 Elmont Ave. Details: 410-887-5307.
Czech & Slovak language classes – The Czech & Slovak Language School is now accepting registrations for its fall semester Czech & Slovak language courses that begin on Saturday, September 8 at the Maryland School for the Blind, 3501 Taylor Ave. in Parkville. Details: 410-435-1317 or www.czalha.org.
Exhibit – Off Shoot, featuring paintings and works on paper by Peter Dubeau, will be held Wednesday, Aug. 29, through Wednesday, Oct. 10, in Gormley Gallery, Fourier Hall, College of Notre Dame of Maryland, 4701 North Charles St. Opening reception Saturday, Sept. 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. Free admission. Gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Details: l 410-532-5582 or visit www.ndm.edu .
Pow Wow – Aug. 24 - 25. Intertribal gathering of Native American dancers, drummers, artist, and craftspeople. Friday noon to 8 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern avenues. Details: 410-675-3535 or www.baic.org
August 18
Trail crew – 9 to 11 a.m. Help improve our nature trails and enjoy a hike with a naturalist. Bring the kids to help out or to enjoy naturalist-led activities. Free. Marshy Point Nature Center, 7130 Marshy Point Rd. Details: 410-887-2817.
Peach festival – 1 to 5 pm. Ice cream social and miniature golf. Perry Hall Presbyterian Church, 8848 Belair Rd. Details: 410-256-6780.
Meet & greet snakes (Also Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon) – 2 to 4 p.m. There are 27 species in Maryland. How many have you seen up close? Learn the facts and meet these incredible creatures. All ages are welcome. Donations appreciated. Marshy Point Nature Center, 7130 Marshy Point Rd. Details: 410-887-2817.
Firefly night hike – 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Hike in the Park to observe and learn about these amazing creatures that light up the night- they’re bioluminescent. Kids can create their own firefly craft to take with them on the hike. Ages 6 +. Reservations required. $2 members/$4 non-members. Willow Grove Farm. Cromwell Valley Park, 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd. Details: 410-887-2503.
August 19
Wolves in Maryland? – 2 to 4 p.m. Marshy Point intern Naturalist Eric Fishel will discuss the benefits of reintroducing the benefits of reintroducing the Red Wolf to our wild lands. Go on a hike to learn why wolves might be a welcomed sight at MPNC. Ages: All are welcome 8 & up. Free. Marshy Point Nature Center, 7130 Marshy Point Rd. Details: 410-887-2817.
August 20
Signup for classes – Through Aug. 24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register at this time for all of your fall courses!! Seven Oaks Senior Center, 9210 Seven Courts Dr. Details: 410-887-5192.
Monday matinee – 1 p.m. “Blonde bombshells.” Hollywood has been known for many things, among them the super blonds who were known as much for their hair as for their personalities. See how many you remember. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Resume writing – 6 p.m. Resume writing a workshop. Learn tips and tricks for creating a successful resume. Rosedale Library, 6105 Kenwood Ave. Details: 410-887-0512.
Baby boosters – 9:30 a.m. Stories, music, movement and rhymes for ages 0-23 months with an adult, registration required. Rosedale Library, 6105 Kenwood Ave. Details: 410-887-0512.
August 21
Health talks with Franklin Square – 11 a.m. Cyber Knife working for you! Treatment for inoperable tumors without surgical incision or pain. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Summer sizzle – 1 p.m. Dance with Confusion. Super special eating together. Lunch at noon, sign up at the front desk. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Blood pressure screening – 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Karen Kanzler, RN from Good Samaritan will provide this brief, but beneficial, screening that is so important to your overall health. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Library round table – 10 a.m. Join “Readers of the Round Table” when the group convenes. Be ready to take part in a lively discussion of Vladimir Nabokov’s “Lollita.” Parkville Library, 9509 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5353.
August 22
Emotional Health & Food Binging – 10:45 a.m. What is Food Binging and how do your emotions affect your dietary habits? Franklin Square Hospital presents this informational health program. Seven Oaks Senior Center, 9210 Seven Courts Dr. Details: 410-887-5192.
Community resources – 12:30 p.m. A nationally certified Senior Information and Referral Specialist or Community Outreach Specialist from the Department of Aging will provide information on community resources, options on care, where to get Medicare facts and more. Topics to be addressed include how to locate and apply for financial resources, location of senior apartments and assisted living facilities, and how to determine the best living option. Seven Oaks Senior Center, 9210 Seven Courts Dr. Details: 410-887-5192.
Bagel breakfast – 9 a.m. (Every Wednesday.) The lazy, hazy days of summer are upon us. Cool off in the comfort of an air-conditioned center with a cold glass of juice, toasted bagel and relaxing cup of coffee. All for only $1.50. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Take charge of your health, Part 5 – 9 to 11:30 a.m. Room 303. Fourth in a six part series. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
The healing power of music – 10:30 a.m. We know that music is food for the soul and now research is revealing that it is also good for the body. The healing properties of music go back to the beginning of time. Join Debbie Bena, RN, BSN, FCN, faith community nurse for Good Samaritan Hospital to listen and learn how music can help your health. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Nutritious stir fry – 12:30 p.m. Join Ruby Ash for a stir fry presentation and taste-testing. Ruby will include economical and nutritious ways to serve summer veggies. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
August 23
Toddler Story Time – 10 a.m. Perry Hall Library, 9440 Belair Rd., will offer a story time for toddlers 18 to 35 months old and their caregivers. Bring your baby to a program of songs, rhymes and simple stories. Registration for the Story Time begins Aug. 16. Details: 410-887-5195.
Financial mistakes even smart people make – 11 a.m. This is one program you should attend. Find out what the mistakes are all about. Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd. Details: 410-887-5338.
Preschool story time – 9:30 a.m. Stories and songs for ages 2-5 years with an adult. Parkville Library, 9440 Belair Rd. Details: 410-887-5353.
Toddler story time – 10 a.m. Stories, music and movement activities for ages 18 to 35 months with an adult, registration required. Perry Hall Library, 9440 Belair Rd. Details: 410-887-5195.
Sunset story time – 6:30 p.m. Stories, activities and songs for ages 4-6 years with an adult. Rosedale Library, 6105 Kenwood Ave. Details: 410-887-0512.
August 24
Farmers’ market – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featuring locally grown fruits and vegetables. Behind Barnes & Noble at The Avenue At White Marsh.
Summer concerts – 7 to 9 p.m. (also, Aug. 25) Friday- Lipbone Redding (fonky-tonkin’ mouth music) Saturday - The Big Package (funk, soul). The Avenue at White Marsh Main Plaza.