West Laurel Recreation
Council
P.O. Box 598, Laurel, Maryland 20707
*** New phone number 301-317-0917 (WLRC)
Note this only works when someone is in the W.L. Community Bldg
during an event***
"your voice for educational and recreational
activities
for children and adults in West Laurel"
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Calendar
of Activities (always up to date) |
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Officers & Members (updated
9/6/21) |
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Recreation
Classes (select location Bond Mill, Scotchtown, West Laurel Community
Building |
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Introduction
The
West Laurel Recreation Council (WLRC) is a self-supporting group of interested
volunteers, offering various educational, social, and recreational programs to
the citizens of West Laurel. All the great Rec. Council activities and
events happen because someone in the neighborhood "makes it
happen." We get lots of good publicity, some administrative support,
and can borrow equipment from the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning
Commission (MNCPPC), but most staffing is provided by neighborhood volunteers.
There
are lots more fun activities and events that are waiting for YOU to
volunteer. Come join the WLRC and we'll help turn your ideas into
something fun or educational for West Laurel kids, teens, singles, parents, or
seniors. You can help year-round or just for the specific event/activity
that interest you. You can also help behind the scenes from your home
without having to attend WLRC meetings. For more information on some
specific needs, click on Volunteer Opportunities.
Most of our funding comes from the
classes we offer in the West Laurel Community Building. 97% of each
dollar collected goes into programs for the Community. Annually, the Council
plans, finances and/or sponsors approximately 25 programs for the young and old
of West Laurel. We sponsor several programs at Bond Mill & Scotchtown
Elementary Schools. Programs for children and adults at the West Laurel
Community Building and recreational programs meeting the needs of all, at
several locations. Over 3100 children and adults attended Council Programs in
1998.
The Council meets monthly except
during June thru August at the West Laurel Community Building. The public is
invited to attend each meeting. If you would like to join in on the fun
of our Council, please stop by our next meeting. Call Call
Melissa Daston at 301-526-4168 for the date and time.
Next
Meeting
Recreation
Council meetings are scheduled for the 4th Monday of the month at 7:30 pm
at the Community Building. The Rec Council doesn't during the summer from
June thru August.
The West Laurel Recreation Council
would like to invite everyone to attend their meeting. Come and bring
ideas on programs and events you would like to see the Rec. Council work on
this year. We are always looking for interested volunteers.
If you would like to teach a class or
workshop, we would like to hear your ideas. Call Melissa Daston at
301-526-4168 for more information.
Events Sponsored by the WLRC
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Adult's Night Out -- Enjoy dinner and a show with other adults in the
neighborhood. Group rates at locations like Toby's Dinner
Theater. We are looking for a volunteer to organize adult outings
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Family Swim Night -- Fairland Aquatics Center usually the 1st or 2nd
Friday in February 6-9 PM A chance to swim laps, sit in the hot tub, or
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Spring Egg Hunt -- W.L. Comm. Bldg, usually the
Saturday at the start of PG County school's spring break, Don't come
late as it doesn't take long for the field to be cleared.
Children's outdoor games and activities are planned. If you would like
to help out, please call Melissa Daston 301-526-4168.
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Ice Cream Social -- W.L. Comm. Bldg, usually the 2nd
Friday in June, 7-8:30 PM Start the summer by enjoying ice cream sundaes with
neighbors and friends on the lawn at the WL Community Building. Bike
parade for the children. Free, but donations appreciated to defray
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Annual Community
Picnic -- W.L. Comm. Bldg, usually the 3rd Saturday in September, 12-4
PM -- Stop by the West Laurel Community building and join your
neighbors for a family picnic. The Rec. Council is providing the
burgers & dogs, paper goods, drinks, & condiments. We ask you
to bring a side-dish or dessert to share. There will be games for
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Winter Holiday Party -- W.L. Comm. Bldg, usually the 2nd
Friday, December, 7-9 PM Enjoy the season with music, a sing-a-long,
making crafts, and a visit from Santa Claus. Come early and help
decorate our tree. The Rec. Council will provide soft drinks. We
ask you to bring finger food to snack on. Those who wish may bring an
un-wrapped children's gift to be distributed by Laurel Advocacy &
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Cultural arts at
Bond Mill and Scotchtown Hills Elementary Schools. The Council sponsors two shows at each school on
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Craft Days -- Valentines, Mothers/Fathers Day
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Pitch & Putt -- GunPowder Golf Club,
Here's a chance for the family to practice together or introduce young
golfers to the sport. |
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Tea for Two, Mother
& Me - W. L. Community
Building usually Saturday before Mother's Day, 2-4 PM. ... for 8-12
year old girls and their mother/special person. Reservations required
as seating is limited. $8/pair We are looking for a volunteer to organize
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Breakfast with Dad - ...for guys only, time with their Dad/special person for
6-11 year old boys as they prepare and eat breakfast together.
Reservations required as seating is limited. Fee to be
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Volks March |
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Laurel "Rag
Tag" Band |
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Recreation Classes
Fall, Winter, Spring
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Summer Playground
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Events Proposed by the WLRC
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Parent's Information
Exchange -- come hear
experts in the field of parenting & child development and network with
others neighborhood parents. For more information or to suggest
topics/speakers, contact Rush
Kester 301-490-1310
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Red Cross First Aid,
CPR, & AED Training |
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Family "Jam
Session" (a chance for family members to dust off their instruments,
show off their talent or learn to play simple musical instruments, or just
have fun watching or listening to others "jam")
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Monthly Saturday
Morning Seminars (We're looking for topics you're interested in or someone to
make arrangements, and prepare a schedule of talks).
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Three-On-Three Basketball
Tournament (We're looking for someone to organize a fun event for West Laurel
players). |
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Bi-Monthly
Multi-Culture Children Programs (Come tell children about your cultural
heritage or organize the program) |
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We'd love to hear
your ideas too! |
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Let someone on the WLRC
know if you like these ideas or have others we should consider.
West Laurel Community Building
Opened in
1994, this building is owned and maintained by the Maryland-National Capital
Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). It is located at the intersection
of Brooklyn Bridge and Bond Mill Roads. It consist of a foyer and two
large rooms. Room A is 1,700 square feet and has a capacity of 240. It
has a microwave oven, refrigerator and sink, ten long tables and 100 chairs.
This room is available to the public for rental through the Park Permit Office
at 301-699-2400. The cost is: Monday thru Thursday/$50.00 for six hours;
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays/$100.00 for six hours.
Room B is 1,300 square feet, holds 160,
and is equipped with a microwave oven, regular electric range and oven,
refrigerator, sink, tables, and chairs. Room B is available for use by
the West Laurel Recreation Council, West Laurel Civic Association and other
non-profit organizations by calling the M-NCPPC Regional Manager, Craig Newell.
West Laurel
Community Building
Officers and Other Contacts
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President |
301-526-4169 |
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Vice President |
open |
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Secretary |
301-490-1310 |
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Treasurer |
Rush Kester |
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Member |
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(publicity) |
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Member |
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Member |
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Adults Night Out |
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Member |
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Craft nights |
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Member |
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Family Sports Fun
Day |
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Member |
open |
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Member |
open |
301-776-3687
(Director "Rag Tag" Band) |
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Webmaster |
Rush Kester |
301-490-1310 |
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M-NCPPC Rep for West Laurel |
240-216-0240 |
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Beltsville |
310-937-6613 |
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Deerfield Run |
301-953-7882 |
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M-NCPPC Permits |
for
A-Side Rental |
301-699-2400 |
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Park Police |
Dispatch |
301-459-9088 |
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Other
Links
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Comments, suggestions,
and submissions should be directed to
Rush Kester at rwkester@aol.com or 301-490-1310
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