It's been 15 years now since Murray Hill Middle School opened its doors and starting teaching our students here in North Laurel. Many of the faces in the building have changed, but luckily for us, one has not.
Kathy Hersey started teaching band and creating a very special bond with her students. Band was always fun and interesting. She even created the school's own "Murray Hill March." On Nov. 16, the Murray Hill wind ensemble will be performing a concert for its 15th anniversary celebration of Murray Hill Band Hits in the cafeteria at 7 p.m.
All Alum and families are invited. Those interested can play "Novena" with the ensemble. Hersey is also looking for any written stories from past students about their band experiences. This should be a very fun event. I hope many past students will attend. If you want to send a story to Hersey, email her at Kathy_Hersey@hcpss.org.
Reservoir High School's drama department will be presenting its production of "Little Women" Nov. 17, 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. and a Nov. 19 matinee at 2 p.m. This is a musical version of the well loved story of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy Marsh.
Show times are e $12 for general admission and $8 for students and seniors. Matinee prices are $10 for general admission and $6 for students and seniors.
You can purchase tickets online at http://www.seatyourself.biz/reservoir. For more information call 410-888-8850. The school is at 11550 Scaggsville Road, in Fulton.
The Savage Historical Society will be meeting on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. The Topic of this month's meeting will be "War of 1812-200 Anniversary is Fast Approaching-How Might We be Included?" They meet in the Faith and Ministry Center at 9032 Baltimore St., in Savage.
For more information, call society Secretary Helen Rushing at 301-805-0891.
Pat Greenwald, a Master Gardener with the University of Maryland Extension, will be at the Savage Branch Library Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. to present "Decking the Halls with Natural Materials." Pat will share how to use materials found in nature, in the supermarket and in a winter garden to decorate with warmth for the holiday season in your home.
The Reservoir High School's Gator Academy is at the Savage Branch Library Nov. 13, 1:30-3:30 p.m. For information, email Kris Kendall at KrisKendall@verizon.net or call Miriam Cruz at 240-640-7885. The next session will be Dec. 4.
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church's blood drive is Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon. Call Sharon Hill at 301-385-0639 or email robandsharonhill@verizon.net to schedule your donation.
Resurrection of Our Lord Catholic Church's annual Christmas Bazaar is Friday, Nov 11, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 12, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. After the bazaar, mark your calendars for the church's annual polka dance and Mass Nov. 19. The price is $12.50 per person in advance and $15 at the door.
St. Francis of Assisi's annual Christmas Bazaar is Friday, Nov. 11, 6-9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Happy anniversary to my husband, Michael.