🌱 Local 8-Year-Old Boxer + Olive On Main Restaurant Fundraiser

Laurel MD

15 February, 2022

6:29 PM

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's what's happening around Laurel today. First, today's weather: Warmer; breezy in the p.m.. High: 58 Low: 47. Here are the top three stories in Laurel today: Multiple stakes-winning filly Miss Leslie, beaten by a neck in her attempt at a fourth straight win, will go about starting a new streak in Saturday's $100,000 Nellie Morse at Laurel Park. Four-year-old Miss Leslie cuts back in the Nellie Morse after coming up just short in the 1 1/8-mile Ladies Jan. 16 at Aqueduct. Claimed for $25,000 out of a maiden triumph Nov. 13, 2020 at Laurel, Miss Leslie has won six times. (Past The Wire) A Laurel-based father-daughter boxing duo is knocking out the competition on a national level! Thomas "Top Dog" Williams Jr. was a world renowned boxer and now he coaches his eight-year-old daughter Eden "Baby Top." She recently won the national Silver Gloves Tournament. (FOX 5 DC)The "Lives Shatter on Impact" exhibit in Prince George's County aims to cut the number of traffic deaths in the area. It features stories of real victims and their families, putting what PIO Paulette Jones calls, "human faces with fatality." The exhibit tells stories of traffic victims from the area and gives tips on safe use of the road, whether you drive, bike or walk. (WTOP) From our sponsor: Today's Laurel Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Laurel: Olive on Main Restaurant Fundraiser—The GFWC Woman's Club of Laurel invites you to enjoy Olive on Main's Mediterranean-American menu while supporting the Woman's Club service projects in the community! Come to Olive on Main for lunch or dinner today between the hours of 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and say you are supporting the Woman's Club of Laurel. Dine-in or take-out is available. (11:00 a.m.)Free Kids Craft Making a Cat Ear Crown at sweetFrog Laurel—Hop in with the kids today any time for an A-MEOW-ZING free craft to celebrate our Gabby's Dollhouse Rainbow Sprinkle Surprise! Kids will make a Cat Ear Crown just like Gabby's! It's a PURR-FECT way to spend some quality time together! This is not a drop off event and an adult must remain with each child. (12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)Book Launch: Thornton Wilder, Classical Reception & American Literature — This event will be hosted by the Center for Literary and Comparative Studies in University of Maryland. Join Stephen Rojcewicz, Jr, Lincoln Konkle, and Judith P. Hallett as they discuss Rojcewicz's recent publication, Thornton Wilder, Classical Reception, and American Literature (Routledge, 2021). According to the publisher, this book delineates how Thornton Wilder (1897–1975), a learned playwright and novelist, embeds himself within the classical tradition, integrating Greek and Roman motifs with a wide range of sources to produce heart-breaking masterpieces such as "Our Town" and comedy sensations such as Dolly Levi. (1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.)Bettye LaVette in Concert — Enjoy legendary Soul singer Bettye LaVette at The Hamilton Live in NW DC! (6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)Open Mic | 450 K | Hosted by Jonathan B. Tucker at Busboys and Poets in NW DC—JBT is a writer, educator, performer, poet, curator, program coordinator, and DJ. Sharing his work at schools, theaters, and venues around the world, he has performed in Cape Town, Boston, London, New York City, Stockholm, Seattle, the Kennedy Center, and the South African State Theater. Committed to empowering the next generation of artists and activists, for over 10 years he has been teaching and mentoring young people, creating outstanding opportunities for teenage poets. He currently lives and works in Washington D.C. His book, I Got the Matches, and other poems are available at jonathanbtucker.com. (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)Speed Date in Washington DC | Singles Event | Fancy a Go?—A low key, sophisticated approach to dating, hosted by Bar and Lounge 54 in NW DC. Preferring a 'less is more' environment devoid of typical event trappings. Gone are the name-tags, shouting and over-the-top party trimmings. Meeting your special someone shouldn't be anything but a comfortable and relaxed experience. It's the perfect opportunity to find a companion for concerts, festivals or shows. Unleash your inner foodie, adventure junkie or health and wellness guru with someone just like yourself. (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)LAUGH. Live Standup Comedy Open Mic—Every Wednesday at Nottingham's Tavern in Columbia, features a showcase of comics—veteran and new—in an open mic platform. Do wanna get on stage tonight and tell some jokes? Or just relax and watch? Enjoy this showcase in an open mic platform. Get some stress relief! (8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.) From my notebook: Laurel Volunteer Rescue Squad Company 49: Engine 49 on scene Sunday for the first due working house fire on Briarchip St. Upon arrival crew found a fire in the basement of a two-story single family dwelling. Fire was knocked, no injuries reported and two people displaced. (Facebook) City of Laurel - Government: Are you ready for the Laurel Historical Society to serve up their new exhibit on a silver platter? Attend the unveiling of "What's Cookin' Laurel? Restaurants, Recipes & Community" this Friday (Feb. 18) from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Facebook) Nextdoor Neighbor, North Laurel Road: Looking for someone who does complete bathroom remodeling. (Nextdoor) Nextdoor Neighbor, Russett: Looking for recommendations for a deck builder. I am looking to replace my deck with a screened deck. Any suggestions would be most welcomed. Located in Russett. (Nextdoor) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: 3 Gear Games / 3 Gear Studios — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Soccer Shots DMV 5v5 Spring 2022 Tournament (February 20) New Retirement Savings Webinar (February 23) Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28) Ashtanga For Beginners Series (March 12) Add your event Job listings: Equipment Operator (Details) Executive Office Manager (Details) Project Manager I/II (Details) Solid Waste Collector / CDL Class B (Details) Add your job listing Loving the Laurel Daily? 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