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Hi, just a reminder that you're receiving this email because you have expressed an interest in Universityof Maryland Extension, Prince George's County. Don't forget to add [email protected] to your addressbook so we'll be sure to land in your inbox! You may unsubscribe if you no longer wish to receive our emails.
Heritage Wine Tour (Jul - Aug)Have a fun and memorable afternoon sampling the best wineMaryland has to offer. (via Visit Prince George's County)Vino 301 Wine & Cheese Tour (Jul - Aug)Take a delicious wine and cheese tour to Maryland'svineyards. (via Visit Prince George's County)Blast-in-the-Past: A Hand-On History Playground (Jul - Aug)Who knew history could be so much fun? Your kids will getfresh air, exercise, and learn about history this summer. (viaVisit Prince George's County)
Jazz Series @ Maryland Meadworks (Jul - Sept)Jazz and mead...what else do you need?Accokeek Foundation: Guided Tours (Jul)Spend the weekend with the Accokeek Foundation!Marvel Movie Nights @ Largo-Kettering Library (Jul)Bring your friends to relax and watch a Marvel movie! Light refreshments will be provided. (via PGCMLS)Volunteer in the Garden (July 20)Enjoy the great outdoors and the beauty of natureChristmas in July - HOPin' Holiday 5K (July 20)Come out for a day of food, fun, and more!Unwined with Yoga Friday's at Janemark (July 26)UnWINEd from your day with Janemark!Summer at Montpelier Farms (June 19 - August 17)Spend the summer enjoying family and friends!
Summer Fun = Summer Camp! Music at the Farm Summer Camp (Jul)Join C&E for an exciting summer camp for yourchild(ren)!! (Dates Vary)Summer Camp at Willowbend (Jul - Aug)Enjoy Horse-back Riding? Check out this summerprogram! (Dates Vary)Summer Theater Camp (Jul 22 - 26)Do you have or know a young person interested intheater? Check out this summer program!DREAM Lab Production Camp (Jul 22 - 26)Join us for a week long media camp for tweens and teens to explore the world of media production. (viaPGCMLS)4-H Pre Teen Xtreme Camp (Aug 12 - 16)Enjoy a week of activities, international learning, and much more!Summer Exploration Camp (Aug 26 - 30)Looking for new adventures this summer? Check out this summer experience!
Classes, Workshops & More
Summer Meals @ the Library (Jul - Aug)While school is out for summer, meals will still be available forchildren in our community. (via PGCMLS)Knitting, Crocheting, Knitting & Crocheting at the Library (July)Interested in one or both? Check out these workshops at your locallibrary. Times and dates vary by location. (via PGCMLS)Computer Basics for Job Seekers (July)Learn basic computer skills and get help looking for jobs in anencouraging atmosphere. This class is perfect for beginners and
seniors. Limited to 6 students. Times and dates vary by location. (via PGCMLS) Lawyer in the Library (July 8)One-on-One Civil Legal Advice. No appointments necessary. Assistance is provided on a first-come,
first-served basis. (via PGCMLS) Yoga & Healthy Living @ the Library (July 23)Learn new tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy lifestyle through Yoga! No experience necessary.Yoga mats provided on a first-come, first-served basis. (via PGCMLS)
Looking for more farm and local food events in Prince George's County? If so check out ourFresh. Local. Fun. PGC events page.
Looking for more events in Prince George's County? If so check out Visit Prince George'sCounty, Prince George's County Government, as well as Prince George's County LibrarySystems.
Find the full list of county farmers markets here. Download and print our 2018 FarmersMarket Guide. You can also pick one up at your local farmers market or community center.
HSFPP Curriculum Training for Teachers and Volunteers Join University of Maryland Extension and MD|DC Credit Union Association as they hosta FREE personal finance training that will prepare high school teachers and adultvolunteers/educators to teach Personal Finance to teenagers. The one-day training will beheld July 18, 2019 at MD|DC Credit Union Association (8975 Guilford Road, Suite 190) in Columbia,MD. High School teachers, (Family & Consumer Sciences, Personal Finance, Social Studies,Business, Economics, and Math etc.), Middle School 8th grade teachers and volunteer educators arealso encouraged to attend to learn about the High School Financial Planning Program developed by theNational Endowment for Financial Education. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please clickhere to register.
For additional information please click here or contact Priscilla Graves ([email protected])
Patuxent River 4-H Center 2019 Summer Camps Still looking for a camping opportunity for you child(ren)? The Patuxent River 4-H Center invites you tojoin them for a week of a variety of activities, making friends, and much more!
For additional information & registration please click here or contact Jocelyn Winemiller (301) 312-5292
Did You KnowDid you know...
Did you know...4-H will be teaching its club members to navigate ourregion's Metrorail and Metrobus systems on July 31? Members willgather at a rail station in the county and be responsible for navigatingthemselves to Georgetown for an afternoon of photography.Educators Alex and Gretchen will only point out major deviations from theplanned route - otherwise, it's up to the kids to get us all to our destination!This is just one of many life skills that our club members gain from being in
4-H. Contact our office for more details: (301)868-9636.
Did you know...ChexSystems is a consumer reporting agency thatgives information to banks and credit unions when they're decidinghow risky a potential customer could be? Your ChexSystems report isa record of how you've managed checking and other bank accounts. Anunfavorable report on your ChexSystems may prevent you from opening anew bank account or savings account, thus delaying your journey tofinancial stability. Visit www.ChexSystems.com to familiarize yourself withthe tools available to you. In addition, you will be able to request a freeconsumer report. You may request a free report every twelve months.
Did you know...UME offers an online resource for homeand gardening questions? Gather your questions, photosand more, submit them online and learn from an expert! Tolearn more and to contact our Home and Garden InformationCenter, click here.
Did you know...Dr. Alex Chan is in search of parents of current teensages 14 & up to participate in a research study? The research studyfocuses on Teen Dating and Romantic Relationships. This study is open tothe first 5 respondents. Participants will be compensated for their time. For
Visit Fresh. Local. Fun. PGC for more information about farms, food events, and farmers markets ingorgeous Prince George's! Minutes from the Nation's Capitol, Prince George's County offers a varietyof food and farming events every month!
This newsletter is brought to you by University of MarylandExtension, Prince George's County. University of MarylandExtension (UME) is a statewide non-formal education systemfunded by federal, state, and local governments within theUniversity of Maryland - College Park and the University ofMaryland - Eastern Shore. Our mission is to support Maryland'sagricultural industry; protect its valuable natural resources;enhance the well-being of families and individuals, both youngand old; and foster the development of strong, stablecommunities. The Prince George's County office, partially
supported by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, serves the communityfrom two locations including the main Extension office in Clinton and the Center for EducationalPartnership in Riverdale. University of Maryland Extension programs are open to all citizens without regard to race, color,gender, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, or national origin.
The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Offers Equal Access Programs.La Universidad de Maryland es una institución con Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo y conIgualdad de Acceso a Programas.
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