Thursday, May 17, 2012
Patch pulls together a few events happening around town this week.
The big event this weekend is without a doubt the Joint Service Open House and Airshow at Andrews Air Force Base. Watch the Blue Angels take to the sky, or check out the Golden Knights parachute demonstration team. There will also be several military exhibits on display. The event is open on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is free to the public. If flora and fauna are more your style, check out the Bowie Certified Wildlife Tour. The tour is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and begins at All Saints Lutheran Church. Check out the wildlife habitats your neighbors have created in their own backyards. The tour is free to the public. Looking for family fun, and maybe a preschool for your youngest? Check out the Belair …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Washington D.C. music scene lost a titan today. How did Brown's music impact your life?
Update: 6:30 p.m. - Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker has issued a press release expressing his condolences over the passing of local music legend Chuck Brown. The statement reads in full: “My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and countless fans of Chuck Brown. It is a sad day for so many in Prince George’s County, the Washington region, and throughout the world. Chuck Brown left an indelible mark on our hearts and minds with his very distinctive voice and incredible genre of music that he created, Go-Go. He was an icon whose music inspired so many and become the sound that defined modern-day Washington, DC and Prince George’s County. He will be missed, but we are so fortunate that his music will be with …
Patch ask readers what they think about important local issues.
The state of Maryland has agreed to fund a continuous sidewalk from Spring Branch Drive to Rectory Lane to increase pedestrian safety in that area, according to Town Board Commissioner President Steven Sonnett. However, according to Sonnett, the state will only fund the sidewalks if no residents along the planned route object. What do you think? Are you in support of a continuous sidewalk from Spring Branch Drive to Rectory Lane? Would it increase pedestrian safety, or would it cause other pedestrian hazards? Tell us what you think in the comments!
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Patch gathers a few of this week's most important deadlines.
RJ Lambert Scholarship applications are due today, May 15. The $500 scholarship is awarded to a Prince George’s County Public School student each year. Students must be athletes and pursuing higher education. For more information, the application, and guidelines, go to the Prince George’s County Public Schools' website. Artists of all levels have chance to have their portfolios reviewed by local gallery owners and curators. Those interested should submit a disc portfolio to the Gateway Arts Center at 3901 Rhode Island Avenue in Brentwood, MD by May 19. Check the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council for more information.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
A few events you might want to take in this weekend.
The "can’t miss" event in Upper Marlboro this weekend is Marlboro Day. The annual street festival features crafts, music, dancing, displays food, and a parade. The event takes place on Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Main Street, in the town of Upper Marlboro. The parade begins at 10 a.m. Admission and parking are free, and there will be parking and a shuttle bus available at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center. On Saturday, May 12, Temple Solel in Bowie will hosts its 12th Cabaret Night featuring the Solel Choir under the direction of Dr Norman Lieberman. This year’s Cabaret will feature standards of the 1920s and 1930s by Jazz legends, including Duke Ellington and a selection of songs from the Rodgers & Hammerstein’s …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Rip's Country Inn in Bowie was voted by readers to be the best place to take mom for brunch on Mother's Day.
The votes are in, and Rip's Country Inn in Bowie was voted by far the best place to take mom for brunch on her special day. Rip's Manager Bill Burgess was pleased to hear the establishment won top honors in this week’s Readers’ Choice. The restaurant will be open for brunch on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will be serving a buffet-style brunch including breakfast favorites such as an omelet station, eggs benedict, pancakes, french toast, bacon, sausage, and country potatoes. Lunch options will include chicken saute, seafood alfredo, carved beef and ham, salmon, salads, rice and more. For the full menu, check the Rip's website. Brunch will cost $19.99 for adults, $7.99 for children ages five to seven, and children …
Patch asks readers to weigh in!
Loyal Upper Marlboro Patch readers, what would you like to see more of on this site? Profiles of local businesses and community leaders? Restaurant reviews? Event previews? More local school coverage? Are you interested in economic development or maybe more in-depth crime coverage? This is your Patch, Upper Marlboro! Tell us what you’d like to read.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Patch pulls together a few events happening this weekend that you might want to attend.
Anyone who breaks for yard sales won’t want to miss out the these two big ones being held in Bowie this Saturday, May 5. Boy Scout Troop 1249’s annual yard sale will be at St. Matthews United Methodist Church from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ; and there will be a community yard sale held at the Wal-Mart Supercenter parking lot, also from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. World Wide Community will be hosting their 3rd Annual Childhood Obesity Awareness Health Fair at Bowie High school from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 5. Organizers promise healthy foods and entertainment for the whole family. Landlubbers and pirates alike will have a blast at the Darnall’s Chance Museum’s annual Pirate Fest in Upper Marlboro on Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is…
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Patch highlights the best of our Local Voices section.
Each week, community bloggers contribute to Patch sites across Prince George's County and Maryland through our Local Voices section. Non-profit groups, students, residents, and government agencies and officials are among those that weigh in with their viewpoints and help contribute to the dialogue in our communities. Check out a few of the blogs we featured on Patch sites this week. Comptroller Peter Franchot Hopes To Combat Cigarette Smuggling This week, Patch’s own political blogger Bryan Sears brought us a post about the increase in the smuggling of cigarettes that have not been taxed in Maryland. Comptroller Peter Franchot is asking residents to keep an eye out for anyone who may be carrying an unusually large amount of cigarettes…
Friday, April 27, 2012
We asked Patch readers where they like to buy fresh flowers.
Bowie Florist in Bowie carried the week as the best florist over other flower shops in Bowie and Upper Marlboro. The shop got 10 votes in its favor. Bowie's The Pink Orchard Florist also garnered a few votes. It's not too late to leave a rating and review on your favorite florist's Patch directory listing. Thanks for voting this week!
Jenni Pompi
10:36 am on Thursday, May 17, 2012
I have great memories of attending the air shows at Andrews when I was a child. I wanted to be a Blue Angel, but I remember one of the pilots telling me that I could not, because stunt pilots were required to serve some time on an air craft carrier, and at that time, women were not allowed to serve on air craft carriers. That's not the case anymore! more ›