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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County announces revamped swim lesson program for Summer 2024

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RIVERDALE, Md. – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County, is excited to announce the launch of its revamped swim lesson program for Summer 2024, promising an even more enriching and accessible experience for all.

Starting in June, M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County will be offering more classes than ever before. We have added 102 new aquatic classes and more than 900 spaces to our Summer 2024 season. This expansion comes as a direct response to the growing demand for swimming lessons and recreational opportunities for the community.

“With these additional spots, the Department aims to accommodate more participants than ever before, ensuring that everyone has the chance to develop essential water safety skills and foster a lifelong love for swimming,” said Tara Eggleston Stewart, Division Chief for the Aquatics and Athletic Facilities Division with the Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County.

The new swimming lessons are designed for high-impact learning and will now run for 30 minutes. Instructors have built-in 10 minutes before the class starts for parents and children to check in, ask questions, and bond with the instructors. Participants are asked to arrive early to make the most of every class! Swim lessons with the Department continue to be nationally recognized, utilize the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety curriculum, and are led by certified Water Safety Instructors. Our prices and credentials are unbeatable.

“Our daughter has been attending swimming lessons at Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex for over three years, since she was 4 years old and it’s been a wonderful journey for us, she’s made tremendous progress,” said parent Yasmine Solomon “We give the Department of Parks and Recreation staff all the credit for her progress. The 30-minute classes will be more beneficial for children to focus more.”

Registration for Summer 2024 swim programs will begin May 15 at pgparksdirect.com. Below are some tips to help you prepare for registration day.

-Make sure you have a FREE Parks Direct account established prior to registering for the swim programs.

-Did you know Prince George’s County and Montgomery County residents receive a discount on Parks and Rec classes? Before registration, be sure to validate your residency status to receive the resident discount rate!

-Explore the Summer Your Guide to find the right swimming class for you or your child’s level. Note the Activity Code.

-Don’t be afraid to repeat a class! Build your confidence one swim class at a time.

-On the registration date, log in to Parks Direct and search for the activity code in the search bar.

To learn more M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County aquatic programs and facilities please visit pgparks.com/aquatics.
Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County’s College Park Aviation Museum Wins Grant from Maryland Center for History and Culture

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 15, 2024

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Program Contact: Samantha Ferris, 301-864-5315

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of M-NCPPC, is proud to announce its College Park Aviation Museum (CPAM) has been awarded a $20k Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC) Miller History Fund grant. The award will aid the museum in continuing the intensive cataloging and digitizing of its collections.

The Miller History Fund is made possible by an annually recurring allocation from the State’s Preservation of Cultural Arts Fund, proposed by late Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr., for which the fund was renamed in 2021. Over five years, the grant program has invested a total of $1,000,000 to 53 historical organizations throughout Maryland.

“As we approach the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence in 2026, now is the time to invest in our historical collections and empower organizations to tell all the diverse stories that make Maryland unique. This commemoration is an opportunity to explore our state and country’s expansive and complex history in forward-thinking and inclusive ways. The breadth and depth of Maryland’s story is so apparent in this round of grantees,” said Katie Caljean, MCHC President and CEO.

Upon receipt of the award, The Field of Firsts Foundation, Inc., the 501(c)3 non-profit arm of the museum, will hire a part-time cataloguer to assist the CPAM curator. This stewardship project has already unveiled a forgotten story of the first female Airmail Office employee who was married to the first Airmail pilot, in 1918. With a collection spanning the entire history of powered flight, there are many similar impactful stories to tell. The duties of the new hire will include cataloging, digitization, database record creation, rehousing objects, updating locations, and completing condition reports.

“By performing this inventory, the collection will be more accessible to staff to craft relevant exhibits catered to our diverse, local community”, states CPAM Curator of Collections Luke Perez. “We will also be able to begin putting our collections online for public use and research. We are grateful to MCHC for this significant award.”

About the Department

With over 28,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds, and more, the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for residents in Prince George’s County and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s Formula 2040 Plan establishes a framework that will ensure the Department can meet future parks and recreation programmatic and facility needs, fulfilling its mission to determine the combination of land, facilities, and programs that will provide appropriate experiences for Prince Georgians in the future. To learn more, visit www.pgparks.com.
M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Celebrates Women’s History Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 1, 2024

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, is celebrating Women’s History Month with female-featured concerts, poetry readings, theatre and dance performances, and more. A few programs scheduled throughout the month include:

Brandee Younger

March 2, Publick Playhouse
A leading voice of the harp, Brandee Younger recently made history at the 2022 Grammy Awards as the first Black female solo artist nominated in the Best Instrumental Composition category for her song “Beautiful Is Black” that also received a 2022 NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album: Instrumental. Her most recent album honors trailblazer Dorothy Ashby. Over her career, Younger has performed and recorded across countless genres with artists including John Legend, The Roots, Lauryn Hill, Common, Pharoah Sanders, Ravi Coltrane, Ron Carter, and Charlie Haden.

For All Ages. Tickets: $25/person, $20/person for seniors, students, and groups of 20 or more.

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Education on Stage: Harriet Tubman & the Underground Railroad

March 12, Publick Playhouse
This stirring drama with music is a classic tribute to the great American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery. Share her adventurous life with your students in this accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson.

Best for Ages 8-13. Tickets: $6/person.

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Carmen Craven: A Tribute to Stephanie Mills

March 16, Harmony Hall Arts Center
This performance will showcase the talents of Carmen Craven, an accomplished vocalist who has been singing, dancing, and acting since the tender age of two. Carmen’s musical homage to the incomparable Ms. Stephanie Mills is by far the fan’s favorite and she’s been affectionately called the DMV’s Lil’ Stephanie Mills! Carmen has drawn local and national attention for her Tribute to The Music of Mills. Her rendition of ‘Home’ has drawn rave reviews from audiences both locally and nationally.

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Syncopated Ladies

March 23-24, Publick Playhouse
Syncopated Ladies: Live is a ground-breaking all-female tap production that propels beautiful, classy, and diverse women onto a re-invigorated stage, weaving their inspiring stories with intricate footwork, feminine prowess, and life-renewing energy. It is a celebration of sisterhood, empowerment, and Black girl magic wrapped up in the package of a music video. Dancing to today’s cutting-edge music, from pop to hip-hop to salsa, and even a couple tear-jerking ballads, this show is electrifying, stirring, and energizing!

For All Ages. Tickets: $45/person, $40/person for seniors, students, and groups of 20 or more.

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About the Department

With over 28,000 acres of parkland, trails, athletic fields, playgrounds and more – M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County provides an award-winning park system through progressive, quality, innovative leadership and a commitment to its community and environment. The Department delivers first-class recreational activities and programs for people of all ages and ability levels. It strives to improve the quality of life for residents in Prince George’s County and the communities in which they live, work, and raise families. The Department’s facilities and programming continue to evolve and expand to keep pace with the needs of its vibrant community. For more information, visit pgparks.com.

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M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County announces revamped swim lesson program for Summer 2024

Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County’s College Park Aviation Museum Wins Grant from Maryland Center for History and Culture

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Celebrates Women’s History Month

Brandee Younger

Education on Stage: Harriet Tubman & the Underground Railroad

Carmen Craven: A Tribute to Stephanie Mills

Syncopated Ladies

About the Department

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