On September 13th, the Annual “Park Your Arts” Festival returns to Upper Marlboro’s Main Street. The Festival, which features artists, vendors and county organizations, also provides Festival attendee’s with performances and showcases of local talent.
snapshot of ParkYourArts 2009 Poster
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Save the Starbucks!
I am sure you are aware September 2009 Starbucks Coffee located at 5080 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, Maryland will be leaving. Another store the community will be losing!
Please sign this virtual petition (Name and email) to let the Starbuck’s Corporate HQ know that we don’t want them to leave!!
Also, you can send a letter or postcard of your own to:
Starbucks Customer Relations
PO Box 3717
Seattle, WA 98124-3717
Starbucks Corporate Headquarters
2401 Utah Avenue South, S-NV1
Seattle, WA 98134
(Thanks to Marla for this information!)
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SENATOR CARDIN TO HOLD HEALTH CARE TOWN HALL MEETING AT PRINCE GEORGE’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Cardin wants input from Marylanders on “one of the most important
pieces of legislation to be considered in my lifetime”
As the Congress moves closer to consideration of legislation to overhaul the American health care system, U.S. Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD) will hold a Town Hall meeting on Monday, July 20 to discuss the various options that are being discussed by Congress and to listen to Prince George’s County residents about what they would like health care reform to include. The Senator will provide the most up-to-date information on current proposals that are being considered, including a public option, how to fund health care reform and how best to achieve universal coverage.
WHAT: Senator Cardin to hold Health Care Town Hall meeting
WHEN: Monday, July 20 at 7 pm.
WHERE: Prince George’s Community College
Largo Student Center, 2nd Floor Community Room
301 Largo Road, Largo, MD 20774
RSVP to Carleton Atkinson at 301-860-0414 or via e-mail at carleton_atkinson@cardin.senate.gov
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The Starbucks in Upper Marlboro
I am sure you are aware September 2009 StarBucks Coffee located at 5080 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, Maryland will be leaving. Another store the community will be losing.
(StarBucks Coffee across from the Dutch Village Farmers Market)
Petition, letters – corporate
StarBucks Coffee -leaving
5080 Brown Station Road
Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772
301-780-5797
Starbucks Customer Relations
PO Box 3717
Seattle, WA 98124-3717
Starbucks Corporate Headquarters
2401 Utah Avenue South, S-NV1
Seattle, WA 98134
Please gather your neighbors, co-workers and friends and petition to keep it open!
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Hi All!
June 6th is Marlboro Meadows Community Day (Rain or Shine)!
Check it out: 
http://www.mmcdc.net/
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Marlborough Day Poster
Marlborough Day 2009!
will be held on Saturday, May 9th
Parade starts at 10am
Festival will start immediately after the Parade and will continue until 5pm.
RAIN or SHINE!
Important Info for the Day of the Event:
Shuttle Buses available from the Equestrian Center Parking Lot (Upper Level at Rt 301 & Rt 4)
Handicapped parking is across from the 7-11 (in-town)
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UPPER MARLBORO, Md. — One person is dead in a fire that destroyed a home in Upper Marlboro Tuesday night.
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Click for link to PG Parks & Recreation website
Friday, February 20, 9:30 am-5:30 pm
African American Heritage: Prince George’s County
Travel with us to take a closer look at the buildings and sites associated with Prince George’s County’s African American history. We’ll visit the Charles Duckett Freedman’s Cabin, Columbia Air Field – the first African American airport, Northampton Slave Quarters and Dorsey Chapel, along with many other African American historical sites. Fee includes coach bus transportation, admission fees, and lunch. This trip departs from the parking lot at Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro.
All ages welcome.
Fee: $45/person
Billingsley House Museum
Information: 301-627-0730; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #1232999
Friday, February 20, 7-9 pm
Celebrating Black History: An Arts Showcase
Watch local children celebrate African American culture and history by performing a collaboration of African, hip-hop and modern dance routines, poetry readings, art displays, and musical selections. Light refreshments will be served.
All ages welcome. FREE with center ID
(No ID required for children 5 & under.)
Fee: Resident w/o ID $2; Non-Resident $3
Kettering/Largo Community Center
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-390-8390; TTY 301-218-6768
Saturday, February 21, 10-11 am
Nature Crafts: Children
Program includes nature crafts, a story, and a featured live animal. Reservations required.
Ages 2-8
Fee: Resident $2; Non-Resident $3
Watkins Nature Center
301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-218-6702; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #130348
Baseball Festival: African Americans in the History of Baseball
Learn about the contributions of black athletes from the Negro Leagues to present day, major league baseball. Visitors will have the opportunity to walk down Memory Lane in our baseball exhibit, find out how fast they pitch, swing in the batting cage, catch baseballs in the outfield, engage in drill and activity games, and more! Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase.
All ages welcome.
Fee: $4/person
Upper Marlboro Community Center
5400 Marlboro Racetrack Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-2828; TTY 301-23-6030
Saturday, February 28, 9 am-12 noon
Birding the Patuxent River
See migrating waterfowl hotspots on a guided river tour. Reservations required.
Ages 18 & up
Fee: Resident $5; Non-Resident $6
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544
SMARTlink #131087
Saturday, February 28, 10 am-12 noon
Invasive Plant Removal
Volunteers are invited to join in our effort to remove invasive plants from the woodlands. Clippers and gloves will be supplied. Reservations required. Visit www.pgparks.com to sign up as a volunteer.
Ages 13 & up; FREE
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-627-6074; TTY 301-699-2544
Saturday, February 28, 2-3:30 pm
Scottish Heritage Day
Celebrate Darnall’s Chance’s Scottish heritage and partake in a cozy winter afternoon tea. Enjoy the tastes and sounds of Scotland. Reservations and payment required in advance.
Fee: Resident $20; Non-Resident $25
Darnall’s Chance House Museum
14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro
Information: 301-952-8010; TTY 301-699-2544
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Making a Difference: Finding ‘treasure’ is the key to marriage
Upper Marlboro workshop to stress communication and valuing each other
Making a Difference | Laura C. Jackson
Lasting love and deep intimacy don’t just happen, says counselor and clergy member Marilyn Hardy of Upper Marlboro. You’ve got to be purposeful to keep a relationship going strong amid competing responsibilities. Families, careers – in the ups as well as the downs – can drive couples apart.
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It’s been almost a year and the Amish Farmer’s Market in Upper Marlboro has been steadily growing! Although only open Thursday – Friday, the market is a huge destination for people all over the county and beyond for fresh produce, tasty dinners and delicious candies and breads.
Come check them out at Marlboro Village Shopping Center, 5030 Brown Station Rd. near the town of Upper Marlboro.
Here is their story, featured in the Washington Post last year.
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