Laurel Museum Re-Opening + Bowie Baysox 4th of July Celebration

Get on up, Laurel! Here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right.

First, today's weather: Rain starting in the afternoon. High: 85 Low: 67.

Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

1. On June 29, 2021 at approximately 9:52 p.m. the victim of a carjacking parked in the area of the 3400 block of Laurel Fort Meade Road in Laurel. Two suspects jumped out of their vehicle and both pointed handguns at the victim demanding his car keys and wallet. The victim gave them both and the suspects then fled in the victim’s vehicle, a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The victim was not injured in the incident and was unable to provide a description of the suspects. Western District detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to contact 410-222-6155 or the Tip Line at 410-222-4700. (Anne Arundel County)
2. After Laurel Museum remained closed for 15 months, it is now re-opening! The life-changing events from 2020 had the staff collecting and documenting the historic year to create and add to the museum’s exhibits. Ann Bennett, executive director of Laurel Historical Society, said they now have two big displays: ‘Response to COVID’ and ‘Social Justice in Laurel.’ Handwritten signs, a collection of face masks and many photographs tell the story of Laurel’s past year. (Baltimore Sun)
3. The Bowie Baysox will host the “Star Spangled 4th of July Concert & Fireworks Spectacular” at 7 p.m. Sunday at the Prince George’s Stadium. The event will feature a live concert by DC Fusion and post-concert Independence Day fireworks. Tickets can be ordered online at baysox.com, by calling the ticket office at 301-464-4865 or stopping by between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. through Friday. (Baltimore Sun)

Today in Laurel

• Summer Concert Series (7:00 p.m.)
• Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market – Located at 9701 Fort Meade Road (9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
• Outdoor Ready 2 Read Storytime for Ages 3 to 5 – Enjoy an outdoor story time in the library's courtyard to read books, sing songs and rhymes! Face masks and physical distancing are required for all participants over the age of two. (10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
• Now Hiring Certified Caregivers (1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
• Public Food Distribution (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

• City of Laurel - Government: "#ICYMI: Due to the rain and flooding that has occurred in Riverfront Park over the years, a portion of the path and r..." (Facebook)
• City of Laurel - Government: "Be prepared for some traffic delays in Laurel on July 3, 2021. Mayor Moe wants to caution residents, and those who pl..." (Facebook)

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Events:

• Free Estate Planning & Living Trust Workshop Live Q&A Friday 3PM (July 2)
• WaterKeepers Chesapeake Concert (July 3)
• Xtreme Hip Hop with Dréa (July 8)
• Parents Night Out: Pajama Painting Party (July 16)

That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— Alexis Goring

About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.

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