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Take Time to Be Thankful

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AS NOVEMBER ROLLS AROUND, WE’RE ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE APPROACH OF THANKSGIVING, THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND TIME SPENT WITH OUR LOVED ONES. The winding down of the year always brings about a time of reflection for us— remembering everything we’ve done or accomplished in months past; looking back on turkey disaster stories, mornings watching the Thanksgiving Day parade or afternoons spent curled up on the couch after one too many pieces of pie; thinking of the people, experiences and things we’ve been blessed with in the last year. As we press pause on the hustle and bustle of life putting together a monthly magazine, we’re able to look back on the past year and, most meaningfully, the stories from all of you that have made what we do possible. We also take this chance to think of those less fortunate and encourage you to take the opportunity this giving season to donate to local organizations or charities giving back locally. We hope that as you read this issue, you—like us—find inspiration in the lives and experiences of your neighbors and the connections that have been made. Happy Thanksgiving, Bowie! Veronica Fountain

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018 FEATURES 12 Dr. James Benjamin and Joyce Benjamin, Founders of Autism FYI Inspiring the Community and Raising Awareness for Those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Neurological Disorders

18 Home Away from Home during the Holidays Bowie Firefighters Share Traditions when They Are on Call during the Holiday Season

26 It's Time to Give Thanks Be Thankful for Time Spent with Loved Ones over This Exquisite Meal

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34 Helping Hands Five Ways to Give Back to Your Community

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INSPIRING THE COMMUNITY AND RAISING AWARENESS FOR THE SAFETY OF THOSE WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER AND OTHER NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS

ARTICLE ALYSON TURNER

CONTINUED >

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INSPIRED BY

(CON TI N U ED)

DR. JAMES R. BENJAMIN AND HIS WIFE, JOYCE BENJAMIN, REALIZED THERE WAS A NEED IN THE COMMUNITY

to make a safer envi-

The organization Autism Speaks mounted a

ronment for those with

defense for this young man, and his sentence was

Autism Spectrum Dis-

commuted to two years with time served.”

order as well as other

The Immediate Recognition Increases Safety (IRIS)

neurological disorders.

program was then developed here in Bowie to help

Through

EMS, police and firefighters to familiarize themselves

this

need,

Autism FYI was born. “The

underlying

motivation fact

that on

the

members safe. The Benjamins spent the first two

our

two

years of the program visiting EMS, police stations and

the

fire stations to teach them about this program.

spec-

Today, the IRIS Program is not only local to

trum," Dr. Benjamin

Maryland but also has chapters in Michigan and

says.

that

Florida. There are individuals enrolled in many other

transpired because of

"Events

states as well. The hope is that Autism FYI and the

misidentification and a lack of progression can

IRIS program can protect those in the community

mean that people who have ASD are sometimes

that are vulnerable through direct identification.

harmed. When we started our organization, we

The logo for direct identification for ASD is

found that groups with neurologic deficiencies

a yellow alert signal with a black puzzle piece.

have issues with safety as well."

The logo for brain injury or other Intellectual &

People who are not familiar with ASD or do

Developmental Disorders is hands that are hold-

not recognize the signs of a neurological disorder

ing a silhouette of a brain. In the local area, Autism

may become frightened or confused by some-

FYI is available to schools, churches, and peoples’

one’s behaviors. This can lead to confrontations,

homes to give free information about those with

altercations or even injury to the people involved.

autism and neurological disorders.

“There is a saying that goes, ‘rising tides float all

“It is free to join the IRIS program. From that

boats.’ I believe that if I can help the community, I

enrollment in the program, there is an identification

can also help my sons as well,” he says. “It is some-

card that they get. A PDF file is sent so that the

thing that we have dealt with since my boys were

parent can download the logo and apply it to books

young. They are flight risks sometimes; they can run

or book bags,” Dr. Benjamin says. “As part of the

or slip out of the house and get into a dangerous

enrollment. they give the address of their local fire

situation. If someone was to try to help them, they

department and police department. We make them

might not look you right in the eye or talk to you.”

aware that someone in the community has ASD or

A first responder such as a police officer,

a neurological disorder.”

firefighter or emergency medical technician may

“We also have a 24-hour hotline and the

be called to the scene. They need the ability to

individual gets an ID number unique to them. If the

recognize behavioral signs in people who may need

first responders call that hotline number, they can

special considerations in the way they are approached.

identify that person via the ID number, and we can tell

“Several years ago, a young man in Richmond,

in order to keep themselves and the community

sons, who are adults, are

with people who may need special considerations

the first responders who to contact for this person.”

Virginia., was at the library waiting for it to open

Autism FYI has also partnered with Project

up. Someone drove by and notified police that

Lifesaver, an organization that has been on the

they thought this person had a firearm. A school

forefront of how to care or help with someone with

resource officer confronted the young man, an

ASD. In addition, they have partnered with the

altercation ensued and the first responder was hurt.“

Prince George’s County Police Department.

“The young man was then arrested and could

“We are providing 1,800 decals for the officers to

not contact his family. He was perceived to be

put in their car as well as giving them information

an adult but has Autism Spectrum Disorder, was

on specific ways to approach someone such as

distraught and could not deal with his surround-

speak slowly, do not touch them without warning,

ings. He was tried and convicted to 10 years in jail.

be aware of loud noises or blinking lights,” Dr.

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Benjamin says. “These can be paradigm shifts for officers if they have this knowledge. It is helpful for officers to have a means of direct identification. ASD causes certain behaviors that may seem to be aggressive or violent, but the wrong perception impacts how you are going to react.” There is a free online tutorial hosted by First Forward to give first responders training and education. They are also working on getting continuing education credits for those who complete these training courses. “We are trying to change people’s perception by giving this information to the community," he says. "I am motivated by the fact that if I can help your

Dr. James R. Benjamin and Joyce Benjamin

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HOME AWAY FROM HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS BOWIE FIREFIGHTERS SHARE HOLIDAY TRADITIONS WHEN THEY ARE ON CALL DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

THE HOLIDAYS ARE A TIME TO COME TOGETHER AND CELEBRATE YOUR FAVORITE OUTINGS, FAVORITE FOODS AND FAVORITE TRADITIONS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. We must also remember that there are people in our community who can’t always be with their families because they are out serving others. Firefighters and those in Emergency Medical Services often sacrifice their time and personal safety to make sure that our community is safe. The firefighters of Bowie Station 839 “Midtown” share the holiday traditions they have made while being on duty and watching over us. We truly appreciate all of their hard work and dedication during this holiday season and every day of the year.

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ARTICLE ALYSON TURNER

Lt. Grant Walker and his daughter

GRANT WALKER

L I E U T E N A N T, P R I N C E GEORGE’S COUNTY FIRE AND EMS WHAT TYPES OF HOLIDAY TRADITIONS DO YOU HAVE WITH YOUR STATION? Our fire station is a Monday-through-Friday day

We have a very inclusive fire station. Our families

workstation. Most of us have previously worked at

can come to us, and they are always welcome at

shift work fire stations. Traditionally, for us at 839, it

the firehouses. I also believe that it is important on

is unique in that if you are close to home, your family

the days that you are not at work that you spend

may be able to come to you. Many of us will shift our

time with your family and make your own traditions.

holidays at home to the weekend or a day when we are not at the fire station.

It is very critical that you help your family understand that there may be other times that we will have

Our crews are an extension of our family. We often

to celebrate that is not necessarily the actual holiday,

refer to them as our second families. Typically we

but that we will make a special trip or a special day to

spend our time off duty with each other as well. When

ensure we have time to spend with our families and

you put your life on the line, it is more of a familial rela-

extended family members during this season.

tionship than a work relationship. We will also have a holiday dinner and invite other

WHAT IS SOMETHING YOU WOULD SAY TO

stations around us and invite our families. We will

OUR LOCAL FIREFIGHTERS ESPECIALLY

often do a holiday celebration before the actual holi-

DURING THE HOLIDAYS?

day if we won’t be at work so that we have the opportunity to spend it with our second family as well.

Public safety, like the police and military, deals with mental health throughout the year. The holidays are a particularly difficult time for many, and it is important

HOW DO YOU BALANCE BEING AT WORK

to acknowledge this issue. In the fire service, we have

DURING A TIME WHEN MOST PEOPLE ARE

a significant occurrence of suicide that is attributed to

HOME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS?

the job. Please, if you are suffering, you are not alone.

I think that everybody has their own unique tra-

Our Peer Support Team is an excellent group of people

ditions. I have coworkers that will have Santa Claus

that gets our firefighters the resources they need to

come on a special day because mommies and

continue to do the job for as long as they are able.

daddies are serving their communities, so Santa may bring presents on another day when everyone

CONTINUED >

is home together.

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HOME AWAY FROM HOME

(CON TI N U ED)

David Ramdial speaks to children on Career Day.

WHAT TYPES OF TRADITIONS HELP YOU GET THROUGH TIME AWAY FROM HOME/WHILE ON CALL DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON? Most

holidays

celebrate

another day unless someone does a swap with us. On Christmas, for example, the younger firefighters usually will work for the firefighters with children so that they could have New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day off. HOW DO YOU CELEBRATE HOLIDAYS OR SPECIAL EVENTS WHILE YOU ARE WORKING? During Thanksgiving, our families usually come to the station and help cook throughout the day while we are out running calls. That is always nice because you get to see your actual family. The fire department is your second family when you return to the station. Other holidays, we’ll cook a special meal together. WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR JOB DURING THIS TIME OF THE YEAR? We operate 24/7, no matter what. That includes snow, ice, windy weather and any combination. The winter is when we get more fires due to people trying to heat their homes with space heaters, wood stoves and fireplaces. In the academy, we had a senior firefighter tell us, “We are not paid to be comfortable.”

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and the taproom opened in 2016. Calvert

our experimental beers. We try to use local

Brewing Company strives to create cold,

ingredients when we can.”

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approachable

beers.

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The craft brewing industry is up on the

light beers, IPAs, stouts and everything in

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can suit everyone who visits, from the casual

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beer drinker to the craft brew connoisseur.

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This season there is an extensive list of

one of the most popular types of beer. The

craft beers to choose from including a local

United States is becoming known for IPAs

favorite IPA and the Autumn Oktoberfest.

in the international field, and there is a lot

“A best-seller and a crowd favorite is an

of innovation and creativity in this category.

IPA with really recognizable hops, the Route

It is going really well. It is very exciting to

4 IPA,” says Calvert Brewing Company’s Kara

see,” she says. “We are also excited about

Capelli. “It has a really fruit forward-nose,

craft breweries doing lagers. Lagers are less

a slight pleasing bitterness balanced by

forgiving and take longer to make. They are

malt and a clean finish. We also have sea-

definitely a challenge. We are experimenting

sonals including the Autumn Oktoberfest.

with lagers and working toward that trend.

Many people really enjoy Oktoberfest, so we

They can be a little bit lighter with a mass

make enough to have it through the fall.”

appeal that hasn’t been fully tapped into yet

The brewery sources grain from all over

in the craft market.”

the world, both domestic and interna-

The reason so many locals frequent

tional. The hops come from the Northwest

Calvert Brewing Company is because they

region of the United States for most of the

are very focused on the quality of the beer

IPAs. They have also been buying very

and elevating the craft industry as a whole.

fruit-forward hops from New Zealand. For Oktoberfest, they use European hops. Locally sourced ingredients are becoming more readily available as well.

“The craft brewery industry is very friendly. There is not an underlying sense of competition. We are very excited when another local brewer comes up with some-

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thing new. Instead of competition, we see

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CULINARY CREATIONS

IT'S TIME TO

GIVE THANKS BE THANKFUL FOR TIME SPENT WITH LOVED ONES OVER THIS EXQUISITE DISH

CLASSIC ROAST TURKEY

ARTICLE ALYSON TURNER

WITH THIS DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING MEAL, THERE IS PLENTY TO BE THANKFUL FOR.

INGREDIENTS + 1 8-pound turkey, thawed + Salt + Ground black pepper + Old-fashioned bread stuffing* + Vegetable oil + Turkey pan gravy*

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Rinse turkey neck and body cav-

ities; pat dry with paper towels. If desired, sprinkle body cavity with salt and pepper. If desired, spoon stuffing loosely into neck and body cavities. Skewer turkey neck skin to back of turkey. 2. Tuck ends of drumsticks under band of skin across the tail or into wire or nylon leg clamp. If there is no skin or clamp, tie drumsticks to the tail with clean 100-percent-cotton kitchen string. Twist wing tips under the back of turkey. 3. Place turkey, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. If desired, insert an ovenproof meat thermometer into the center of an inside thigh muscle. Thermometer should not touch bone. Cover turkey loosely with foil. 4. Roast turkey for 2 hours, 15 minutes. Remove foil; cut band of skin or kitchen string between drumsticks so thighs cook evenly. Continue roasting for 30 to 45 minutes more (60 to 75 minutes, if turkey is stuffed) or until meat thermometer registers 180 degrees F and the center of the stuffing (if using) is 165 degrees F. (The juices should run clear, and drumsticks should move easily in their sockets.) 5. Remove turkey from oven. Cover loosely with foil; let stand for 15-20 minutes before carving. Transfer turkey to cutting board. Carve turkey.

Classic Roast Turkey 26

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*Recipe below

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD STUFFING

Old-Fashioned Bread Stuffing

INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 cups (about 3 stalks) celery, chopped + 1 cup onion, chopped + 1/2 cup butter + 1 tablespoon fresh sage or 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning or ground sage + 1/4 teaspoon black pepper + 12 cups dry bread cubes + 1-1 1/4 cups chicken broth* + Sage leaves (optional)*If using to stuff turkey, reduce broth to 3/4 to 1 cup. Try a mix of whole wheat, white and multi-grain bread cubes for extra flavor.

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. 2. In a large skillet, cook celery and onion in hot butter over medium heat until tender but not brown. Remove from heat. 3. Add sage and pepper. 4. Place bread cubes in large bowl; add onion mixture. 5. Drizzle with enough chicken broth to moisten; toss lightly to combine. 6. Place stuffing in 2-quart casserole dish. 7. Bake, covered, for 30-45 minutes or until heated through. 8. Top with fresh sage. Yields 12-14 servings. Recipes courtesy of BHG.com

TURKEY PAN GRAVY DIRECTIONS 1. After moving turkey to cutting board, pour pan drippings into large glass measuring cup. Scrape browned turkey bits from pan into cup. 2. Skim and reserve fat from drippings. Pour 1/4 cup fat into 2-quart saucepan. Discard remaining fat. 3. Stir in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Add enough reduced-sodium chicken broth to remaining drippings in measuring cup to equal 2 cups total liquid. 4. Add broth mixture to flour mixture in saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until bubbly. Cook and stir for 1 minute more. 5. Strain gravy into serving dish. Season to taste

Turkey Pan Gravy

with salt and black pepper.

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ARTICLE ALYSON TURNER

CLOUD 10 TRANSFORMATIONS FITNESS BOOT CAMP TO STAY IN SHAPE EVEN AFTER YOU INDULGE IN THANKSGIVING DINNER

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AFTER INDULGING IN A DELICIOUS THANKSGIVING MEAL, YOU MAY WANT TO FORGET ABOUT EXERCISE UNTIL SPRING AND SETTLE IN FOR A LONG WINTER'S NAP. In the back of your mind, there is the part of you that wants to eat healthy and exercise, but the lure of holiday treats is tempting. Don't worry; Cloud 10 Transformations has you covered. Their fitness boot camp program helps you attain your goals for healthy eating, fitness and an overall healthy lifestyle. According to Cloud 10 Transformations, "Cloud 10 Transformations is the No. 1 boot camp in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia area). We are the only fitness boot camp in the DMV that offers the programming, accountability, motivation and nutritional guidance that delivers results. Our camps are offered multiple times throughout the day, lasting 45 minutes to an hour. Each of the camps is comprised of HIIT, CORE and METABOLIC formats. Clients learn far more than just healthy eating and exercise tips at Cloud 10 Transformations. Our concept strays from team training by operating on a five-pillar philosophy to help clients achieve success: mindset, whole food nutrition, HIIT-CORE, strength training and positive community." For more information, resources or testimonials, call 301.483.0555 or visit Cloud 10 Transformations - Largo on Facebook, Instagram or at FitnessOptimist.com.

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FOOD & WINE

FAMILY DRINKS 1

THE POLITICAL UNCLE

INGREDIENTS + 2 ounces rye whiskey or bourbon + 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup + 2 dashes Angostura bitters + 2 dashes orange bitters + Cinnamon stick and candied orange slice for garnish

DIRECTIONS Combine maple syrup, whiskey and bitters in an old-fashioned glass until syrup is dissolved. Add a single large ice cube and garnish with orange peel and cinnamon stick, if desired.

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WE LOVE THEM, BUT ITâ€™S NO SECRET THAT SOME FAMILY MEMBERS MAKE THE HOLIDAYS A LITTLE MORE INTERESTING. CHEERS TO THEM!

THE HIPSTER COUSIN

INGREDIENTS

+ 1 1/2 ounces vodka + 1 1/2 ounces Baileys Irish Cream Pumpkin Spice Liqueur + 3 ounces cereal milk (steep cereal of your choice—we like pumpkin spice Cheerios— in milk for 25-30 minutes, then strain)

DIRECTIONS Fill a rocks glass (or any unconventional container you have laying around) with desired amount of ice. Add vodka and pumpkin spice liqueur, then top with cereal milk. Cheers!

THE MOTHER-IN-LAW

INGREDIENTS + 1 1/2 ounces vodka + 1 part club soda or tonic + 1 part Sprite or lemon-lime soda + 1 part cranberry juice + Lime and cranberries for garnish

DIRECTIONS Add vodka, club soda or tonic, Sprite and cranberry juice to a glass of your choice—the more ornate, the better. Garnish with lime and cranberries if desired and enjoy!

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N OV E M B E R

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2 MEZE, ALL GREEK TO ME!

Do you want to enjoy a whole day of unicorn fun? Come to the inaugural Unicorn Festival for children of all ages. The event will include unicorn and mermaid sightings,

TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY

Whole Foods Market Annapolis Culinary Center

unicorn rides, face painting, vendors, food

Waugh Chapel Towne Centre

Guest chef Alba Johnson is teaching the art

trucks, music, unicorn and mermaid hair

Get into the swing of the holiday season

of making Greek mezes with delicious dish-

and makeup stations, princess meet-and-

by stopping by the Tree Lighting Cere-

es such as pan-fried feta in sesame seeds

greets and more! Eventbrite.com

mony at the Waugh Chapel Towne Cen-

and honey, meat-and-rice-stuffed tomatoes,

tre. There will be hot chocolate, cook-

Greek yogurt-based coleslaw salad, and

ies and a giveaway while supplies last.

spinach and cheese pie in phyllo dough. Tickets are $45 per person. Eventbrite.com

4 A PIECE OF MY HEART

17 WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS/ TROT FOR A TURKEY Watkins Regional Park

Visitors to the annual Winter Festival of Lights have enjoyed driving through Wat-

VisitWaughChapel.com

25 CALVERT BREWING COMPANY UPPER MARLBORO TAPROOM & PRODUCTION BREWERY TOUR

Bowie Playhouse

kins Regional Park to enjoy bright light

Bowie Community Theatre presents a drama

displays for 30 years. The Trot for Turkey

Calvert Brewing Company

by Shirley Lauro. Come enjoy a performance

allows visitors the opportunity to walk or

Upper Marlboro Taproom

of A Piece of My Heart during its opening week.

run through the 5K course and see the

Come enjoy a public tour of Calvert Brewing

Tickets are on sale now and range from $17 to

lights up close. Registration fee will pro-

Company's Upper Marlboro Taproom and

$22. Bring one non-perishable food item for

vide a family in need with a holiday turkey.

Production Brewery to learn about great craft

donation to the Bowie Food Bank and receive

MNCPPC.org/3334/Trot-For-A-Turkey

brews and see how all the equipment works.

one free concession item. BCTheatre.com

10 7TH ANNUAL FIRST LADIES TEA LUNCHEON

CalvertBrewingCompany.com

17 2ND ANNUAL PINK & BLACK GALA Country Club at Woodmore

30 19TH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST AND SHOW

Camelot by Martin's

The Madra Cochrane Foundation provides

Congratulations to the Honorees for the 7th

financial support to the Images Program at

Annual First Ladies Tea. This year's special

MedStar Washington Cancer Institute and

For a sweet treat, come and view an amaz-

guest will be Maranda Curtis. Eventbrite.com

raises awareness and funds for the pur-

ing display of edible gingerbread houses.

chase of cranial and breast prosthesis,

Visitors will have the opportunity to vote for

hats, scarves, skincare and esteem build-

the Viewer’s Choice Competition. Children

ing items. Help cancer patients rebuild

4 and under are free The deadline to enter

and maintain a healthy self-image, which

the contest is Nov. 9. PGParks.com/3055/

is often lost while going through breast

Darnalls-Chance-House-Museum

10 GREEN BOWIE VETERAN'S DAY 5K FUN RUN & WALK The Green Bowie Veteran's Day 5K is the first city-sponsored 5K! This is a free fun run/walk for all community members in honor of Vet-

eran's Day. Green Bowie businesses will be

ELF: THE MUSICAL

present as well. Active.com

Olney Theatre Center

10 UNICORN FESTIVAL Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds Bowie Lifestyle | November 2018

The Prince George's Equestrian Center

cancer. Eventbrite.com

Bowie Town Center

30 BABIES, FITNESS & FUN HOSTED BY MY GYM

Crofton Community Library - Anne Arundel

If you love the movie Elf, you do not want

County Public Library

to miss Elf: The Musical. Tickets range from

This 45-minute structured My Gym class will

$40 to $84. This family-friendly musical tells

include songs, dance, tumbling games and

the story of Buddy the elf a human who

more. Space is limited. Reserve a ticket for

grew up at the North Pole and believed

each child only. Adults do not need to reg-

himself to be an elf. OlneyTheatre.org

ister. This is a free event. Eventbrite.com

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

Helping

Hands

FIVE WAYS TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY ARTICLE ALYSON TURNER

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR WAYS TO GIVE BACK THIS HOLIDAY SEASON AND ALL YEAR ROUND? There are plenty of volunteer opportunities right in your community that you can get involved with. Lending a helping hand can make all the difference.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS PROGRAM In Bowie, there are many residents who have lived here most of their

lives. For some, the work of home maintenance can become more difficult with age. The Neighbors Helping Neighbors program connects able-bodied citizens looking to help with neighbors 65 and older. For

information,

nnorris@cityofbowie.org

visit

CityOfBowie.org/206/Neighbors-Helping-Neighbors.

PRINCE GEORGE’S ANIMAL MANAGEMENT DIVISION The Animal Services Division has clerical work available for volunteers

ages 14 to 17. Volunteers ages 18 and older can apply to walk dogs or monitor a cat room after partaking in a two-hour orientation. For more information, visit PrinceGeorgesCountyMD.gov/2190/Volunteer

ROSE’S PLACE Are you interested in sharing some time and fun with others? Come volunteer at Rose’s Place, an assisted living

facility, to help with activities such as bingo, dancing and reading to residents. For more information, visit RosesPlaceSeniorALF.com.

SEED FOOD PANTRY Sowing Empowerment and Economic Development

seeking

enthusiastic

volunteers

ages

and older to help with the food pantry. For more information, visit FoodPantries.org/li/seed-food-distribution.

SARAH’S HOUSE Sarah’s House offers emergency shelter and other types of safe housing for those in need. For more information,

visit CatholicCharities-MD.org/services/sarahs-house.

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FIND AMAZING PIZZA, AWARD-WINNING BEER, & A GREAT ATMOSPHERE AT BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE IN BOWIE.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse has been around since 1978, and we're proud to be part of Bowie, Maryland! We offer something for everyone: from great food to award-winning beer and more. Keep on reading to find out a little bit more about what we offer, then stop on by at our Bowie, MD location! Check out our happy hour brewhouse specials and prepare to be impressed. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse started off as a pizza place, and we've never forgotten these roots. Our Signature Deep Dish Pizza combines delicious deep-dish Chicago-style pizza with the flavor innovation that California-style pizza is known for. You can choose from one of our amazing standard pizzas like our Vegetarian Pizza, Barbeque Chicken Pizza, BJ's Classic Combo Pizza, or California Supreme Pizza, or build your own pizza by choosing from a variety of tasty meats and vegetables! Even though pizza was our starting place, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse has truly branched out to offer one of the most diverse menus around! Our Enlightened Entrees® offer a lighter take on classic favorites, but we also serve a great variety of steaks, chicken dishesa, soups, salads, tacos, and more! Our kids' menu ensures that everyone will find something to enjoy, and our Handcrafted Burgers are sure to delight--we recommend trying our Hickory Brisket and Bacon Burger! Don't leave without trying our world-famous Pizookie® dessert! We recommend the Monkey Bread Pizookie®, but there are many more options to choose from. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse has been making amazing handcrafted beer for over 20 years--and our beers have won over 160 awards in this time! We proudly offer a great variety of beers, from our light and refreshing Brewhouse Blonde® to our complex Tatonka® Stout, from our smooth and malty Oasis® Amber to our zesty Harvest Hefeweizen®! If you want a light beer that's not light on flavor, you'll love our LightSwitch® Lager, a flavorful, all-malt alternative to massproduced light beers! BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a natural choice for great food and beer, but we offer so much more than that. You'll find a truly special atmosphere inside of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, with exposed brick and ductwork, stunning murals, and plenty of room! Whether you're going out on a date, taking the family to dinner, throwing a party, or just wanting to find a place to grab a beer and watch the game, you'll find what you're looking for at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse in Bowie!

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