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AI, Facial Recognition & You
05/13/2025 to 05/13/2025
114 N. Union Avenue, Havre de Grace , MD 21078Beyond the Obvious is an engaging and thought-provoking speaker series held at St. John’s Episcopal Church on the second Tuesday of each month. The series is designed to explore ideas, innovations, and perspectives that often go unnoticed. This series presents leading thinkers, trailblazers, and thought leaders from a diverse array of fields to delve deeper into their subject areas. AI, Facial Recognition and You is first in the series and will be presented by Turhan Kimbrough. Topics include a review of new technology all around us, how facial recognition and AI will improve our lives, when facial recognition becomes surveillance, and practical steps to take control of your digital face.
Common Healthcare Fraud Webinar
05/13/2025 to 05/13/2025
Online, Zoom, DC 21090This free four-part webinar by Virginia’s Senior Medicare Patrol teaches participants how to prevent, detect and report healthcare fraud. The first part introduces common scams and how to avoid them. It takes place on Tue., May 13 from noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom. To register, visit agingtogether.org and navigate to the programs tab. For more information, email info@agingtogether.org or call (540) 829-6405.
At Issue: The Assault on America’s Cultural Institutions Featuring The Washington Post’s Philip Kennicott
05/14/2025 to 05/14/2025
921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20003Hill Center launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue, in April. The series will examine the many critical issues we are faced with today. Kennicott will address the growing onslaught impacting America’s cultural institutions, including museums, performing arts centers, libraries, arts funding, and public broadcasting. For more info and tickets, visit https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/at-issue-the-assault-on-americas-cultural-institutions-featuring-the-washington-posts-philip-kennicott/
Lecture: All About Sleep
05/15/2025 to 05/15/2025
11315 Falls, Rd., Potomac, MD 21090This free talk with Dr. Linda Berg-Cross covers the top 10 things to know about sleep, possible reasons for insomnia, sleep therapy, and answers about power naps, sleep medications and sleep disorders. It takes place on Thu., May 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Potomac Community Center, 11315 Falls, Rd., Potomac, MD. To register, visit bit.ly/FreeSleepTalk. For more information, email info@PotomacCommunityVillage.org or call (240) 221-1370.
Community Foundation of Howard County’s Spring Party
05/15/2025 to 05/15/2025
The Apple Ford Center at Athol Manor 6680 Martin Road, Columbia, MD 21045The Community Foundation of Howard County, which raises, manages and distributes funds to support Howard County nonprofits, will hold the annual Spring Party outdoors on the foundation’s grounds at The Apple Ford Center at Athol Manor. The Spring Party offers an evening of networking and socializing with the foundation’s donors, friends and community leaders as well as food trucks, a raw bar, Sobar zero-alcohol cocktails, craft beer and wine, an ice cream truck and candy bar and live entertainment. Guests may also tour Athol Manor, one of the oldest residential properties in Howard County. Proceeds from the Spring Party will benefit the foundation’s programs and services promoting local philanthropy and providing grant funding to nonprofit organizations serving Howard County. For more information, tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit cfhoco.org/2025-spring-party-information
Clifton Homes Tour is Back!
05/16/2025 to 05/16/2025
Clifton Presbyterian Church 12748 Richards Lane, Clifton, VA 20124The Clifton Community Woman’s Club (CCWC) is hosting its 48th Homes Tour so get ready to explore four beautiful homes in the Clifton/Fairfax Station area. Discover the unique stories behind each home, tour the Cloverleaf Equine Center, and visit event headquarters at Clifton Presbyterian Church for a Silent Auction, Vendor Fair, "Stuff You Can't Pass Up" sale, and more. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this event is a must-see for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship, history, creativity, and community. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Ticket books are $35 in advance or $40 at the door and benefit CCWC’s 501(c)(3) Charitable Trust. Advance ticket books can be ordered online. The homes will be open from 10 AM - 4 PM. Clifton Presbyterian Church will be open from 9 AM - 5 PM for the Silent Auction, Vendor Fair, etc. Cloverleaf Equine Center is offering scheduled tours beginning at 10 AM. Please visit cliftoncwc.org for more details and to purchase tickets. Email info@cliftoncwc.org with questions.
