Glenelg High School science teacher David L. Stevens has been named an educator of the year by the Howard County Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. Stevens, who teaches ninth-grade Earth science, is one of eight Howard County educators who will be recognized by the chamber at an awards banquet in April.
Science department staff members at Glenelg High School nominated Mr. Stevens for the award because of his professional expertise, community work, and love of science, teaching and children.
In their letter to the Chamber of Commerce, they called Mr. Stevens "a caring individual who engages the students in practicing thinking skills, making observations and being creative."
They spoke of his encouragement, dedication, enthusiasm, hard work and gift for interpersonal relationships. They called him an active teacher who has a strong influence on his students and provides a positive atmosphere in his classroom.
Glenelg Principal Jim McGregor says Mr. Stevens is a man who demonstrates excellence in teaching.
Science supervisor Lee Summerville says of Mr. Stevens: "He's done everything in science teaching. He's just a renaissance man for science."
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St. Louis Catholic Youth Ministry in Clarksville will have a coffee house tomorrow in the school gym.
If you attend this casual event, you will see a one-act play, "Bridges," written by St. Louis parishioner Lisa Sullivan. She wrote the play for the youth to perform in next week's Baltimore archdiocese one-act play competition.
You'll enjoy luscious homemade desserts, coffee and sodas, and a variety show by the youth group. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for youngsters.
/# Call Maureen Hines at 531-6668.
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It's a honey of a deal. You clean your closets and get rid of clutter. Goodwill collects usable household goods, clothing and appliances.
The landfill is spared being filled with reusable treasures. Goodwill will be at the Alpha Ridge Landfill at 2350 Marriottsville Road in Marriottsville the next three Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. to collect your discards.
You may donate clothing, accessories, jewelry, shoes, toys, books, knickknacks, dishes, linens, kitchenware, glassware, small working appliances and electronic items.
While you're there, drop off used oil and scrap metal for recycling. A permit to recycle costs $1 and lasts a year. Bring proof of residency to obtain a permit.
;/ For information, call 313-6444 or 313-SORT.
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"Let me call you sweetheart" is what they're singing at Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church. As a fellowship activity, the church will hold a Valentine's Day party from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Bring a covered dish to share and wear red when you come to enjoy this festive gathering.
Call 531-5653.
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If you enjoyed this weekend's snow and want more, you'll love a trip to Whitetail with the Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church.
Each year, church members car-pool to Whitetail for an evening of skiing together. They have arranged for a special price for their group.
OC Call the church at 531-5653 for more information or to sign up.
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In his book "Green Hills of Africa," Ernest Hemingway wrote that all modern American literature comes from one book by Mark Twain called Huckleberry Finn." Now you have a chance to see "Huckleberry Finn" in its musical form very close to home.
The students and staff of Glenelg High School will present "Big River" at the school Feb. 22, 24, 25 and 26. This production will steal your heart, as you watch and listen to Jeb Stuart Johnston as Huck and Jamie Hill as Jim. Chris Connolly will play Tom Sawyer. Tom Kouyeas and Wes Curtis will be the Duke and the King.
Kathleen Dwyer will sing the role of Mary Jane, and Jason Murray will assume the role of Huck's no-good Pap. Zack Guerra and Suzie Wolfinger will play Tom's Uncle Silas and Aunt Sally.
The cast is 52 students strong, with Glenelg English teacher Ethel Roberts lending her talents to the production singing "The Crossing." This is an sparkling musical for the whole family that you won't want to miss.
Tickets are $5, available at the door. Tuesday, Friday and Saturday performances are at 8 p.m. The Sunday performance is at 3 p.m. Call 313-5528 for more information.
After hearing the Glenelg High School Jazz Ensemble and the Count Basie Orchestra Jan. 26, many people are eager to hear more jazz and swing music.
The Glenelg Country School invites you to hear the Cocuzzi/Dale Swingtet, a jazz quartet of vibraphone, drums, guitar and bass Feb. 25.
It's part of the school's concert series.
In exciting style, the group plays many works, including those of Benny Goodman and Duke Ellington.
Your $12 ticket includes light refreshments, wine and soft drinks in a cordial cabaret setting in the parlors of the Manor House at the school.
For more information, call Rayna Woodford at Glenelg Country School at 531-2229.
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Today is the deadline for ordering fresh sweet citrus fruits from the Glenelg High School Marching Unit.
This month, the unit offers navel oranges, pink grapefruit and Temple oranges.
Navel and Temple oranges are $16.50 for four-fifths bushel or $10.25 for two-fifths bushel. Grapefruit are $15 for four-fifths bushel or $ 9.50 for two-fifths bushel.
Order by 3 p.m. for delivery Feb. 18.
There are order forms in the school office, or you may call Sharon Pirrone at 531-5149.
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Vidalia onions, fresh from Georgia, are a treat. These huge onions have a mild taste that will please even those who don't usually like onions.
The Clarksville Lions Club is selling these gems. Order now for delivery in May. Pay $5 for 5 pounds or $10 for 10 pounds.
Call Walter Marshall at 992-8234 or Don Parlette at 531 2140 to place your order.
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Girl Scouting is fun and gives girls a chance to discover new worlds. Brownie Troop 646 proved this as it held an afternoon event Jan. 22 for Clarksville area Girl Scout troops 921, 358 and 1606.
The Scouts collected food for the Maryland Food Bank and sang the Vince Gill and Amy Grant song, "If I Had My Way."
All the Scouts there earned Hispanic Heritage Program Patch.
They tasted Spanish food, played Spanish games, heard folk tales and stories of famous people from Spain and made Spanish-style crafts, including candy-filled pinatas.
The girls donated their pinatas to children at area homeless shelters.