Well, I did it. I finally upgraded from Windows 8 to Windows 10. They said everything would transfer. It didn't. Documents from 2014 and 2015 were saved and transferred. Needed documents from 2016 in the process of being worked on, have disappeared. If your information is gone, I'm sorry. Here's what I could piece back together mainly from hard copy.
Bargain hunters will be heading to the River Hill flea market on Sunday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call 410-531-1749 or e-mail newsletter@villageofriverhill.org.
Sport camps at local high schools begin June 13. Both Atholton and River Hill have weekly camps. River Hill is offering camps for ages 5 to 10 in addition to the regular camps for older youth. There are many offerings.
To learn more about programs at River Hill, call 410-313-7120 or go to www.riverhill.org.
To learn about Atholton camps, call 410-313-7065 or go to www.atholtonboosters.org.
The next big event in town will be the 138th annual Clarksville picnic on the grounds of St. Louis church Saturday, June 25. Though much of the familiar will remain, there will also be some interesting changes.
This summer the dinner of fried chicken, pulled pork, succotash, cole slaw, cucumbers, baked beans, applesauce and rolls will be served buffet style. Carry-out dinners are also an option at $15. The cost for the adult buffet is $15; for children ages 5-10 it's $6. Children under 5 eat free. If you just want yummy fried chicken, that's no problem. You can get a bucket of fried chicken with 10 pieces/$10 or 20 pieces/$20.
Live entertainment is always a highlight of the day. The Good News will perform from noon until 1 p.m. Dean Turner, Dean of Magic is scheduled from 1 to 2 p.m. Enjoy the Slick Hampton Jazz Band from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Lilt Irish Duo takes the stage from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Laurence Baer from 6 to 7 p.m., Lisa Fenstermacher from 7 to 8 p.m. and Kimberly Praay from 8 to 9 p.m. rounds out the day's entertainment.
In addition to the buffet and entertainment, there is always plenty of other food, Bingo, a silent auction, raffles, midway games, pony rides, white elephant sales and much more. Parking is free, but if you live nearby you can always walk. Those traveling a greater distance might want to carpool to make room for others. Many travel quite some distance for the picnic. This includes out-of-town and out-of-state guests.
I love a parade. Do you love a parade? The 17th annual River Hill Independence Day Parade is a summer treat for those who participate actively in the parade and for spectators who catch a glimpse of friends and neighbors passing by. Get your group together to march, ride decorated bikes, provide music or decorate a float. Providing music will make you a sure-fire hit. If you're going to march/walk the parade route along Great Star Drive be aware that the route is about two miles long and the final mile is uphill. You need stamina, but it's worth the effort.
For information on participating in the July 4 parade, stop by Claret Hall, call 410-531-1749, e-mail newsletter@villageofriverhill.org or go to www.villageofriverhill.org.
Music at the Museum concert series sponsored by the Howard County Historical Society provides great entertainment at a reasonable cost of $12 or free if you are a member of HCHS. Why not join and enjoy the many events scheduled?
The HCHS will present Bumper Stickers on June 11. The featured entertainment for June 17 is Gordon Fog. Parking is available in the courthouse parking lot. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 410-480-3250 or e-mail info@hchsmd.org.