Norma Jean's Column for Southern Prince George's County

CLINTON COLUMN FOR APRIL 17, 2003

By the time you read this, I am hoping the weather forecasters are right, and the sun is out and nice and warm. With all the rain we have had, we should not likely have a drought this year. At least, I hope not. How about you?

Surratts-Clinton Democratic Club had another interesting meeting this month, with David Paulson, and Otis Ducker as speakers, along with some new members. If you are a Democrat, and you live in the Clinton area, this is a good club for you to join. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month at Mama Stella's, and we have a nice buffet for $11 after the meeting. Call me if you are interested.

Surratts-Clinton Democratic Club is sponsoring a Town Hall meeting on May 14 at 7 pm at the Surratts-Clinton Library on Piscataway Road. Discussion topics will be stress on the infrastructure, the increased demand on water and sewer systems, and organized crime. There will be two panels, one a panel of citizens, and the other a panel of notables from the 27th District.

Since I know that there are people who read this column who live in other areas, I want to give you some information on Democratic clubs in other areas. Call 301-602-6010 for the Oden Bowie Democratic Club that meets in Bowie. Call 301-423-5944 for the John Hanson Women's Democratic Club in Temple Hills. Call 301-927-1196 for the Decatur Heights Democratic Club in Mt. Rainier. Call 301-627-2151 for the Nottingham Democratic Club. For the Upper Marlboro/Marlborough Democratic Club, call 301-249-4691. For the Sasscer Democratic Club (Annapolis), call 410-268-0614. For the Oxon Hill Democratic Club, call 301-839-3329. If you want information concerning Republican Clubs, let me know.

The Clinton Presbyterian Church will be having their annual yard sale on May 31st from 9 am to 2 pm. There will be a mini bazzar with craft items, hot dogs, drinks, and a bake table. To reserve a table is $10 or space $8. Call 301-868-0724 or 301-868-5585.

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is having the Fifteenth Annual Candlelight Vigil on Tuesday, May 13, at 8 pm at the Memorial between 4th and 5th Street and E and F Streets, NW. Take the Metro to the Judiciary Square stop on the Red Line. Some of the other activities scheduled for National Police Week are a Blue Mass at St. Patrick's Church on May 9th (call202-347-2713 for more information); A motorcycle procession on May 11th beginning at 11 am (www.lawride.com); The 8th Annual Emerald Society and Pipeband March on May 14th at 6 pm (call 301-868-0972); The Peace Officers Memorial Day Service at the West front of the Capitol Building on May 15th at noon (call 202-547-1651); and at 3:30 on the same day there will be a wreath laying ceremony. The Memorial will be open special hours during this week and if you need more information, call me.

Southern Maryland Hospital Center is offering a low-impact exercise class for those with arthritis, fibromyalgia or other degenerating diseases, on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 am at the fitness and sports club on Surratts Road in Clinton. A physician's referral is required. There is a fee for this program. Call 301-877-4806.

Hand Dance Classes are being offered on Thursdays at 7 pm and Saturdays at 10 am at the gymnastics and dance recreation center at 2745 Old Washington Road in Waldorf. For more information, call 301-297-7180.

Community Support Systems' Shared Senior Living Home offers a safe, low-cost housing alternative for independent seniors in Brandywine. Smoking and alcohol are restricted and references are required. Call 301-372-1491 for more information.

The microwave was invented after a researcher walked by a radar tube and a chocolate bar melted in his pocket.

Norma Jean Fazenbaker's column can be found in the Clinton Gazette, Prince George's Post, Prince George's Sentinel, and the Enquirer Gazette. You can contact Norma Jean by email - click this link.

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