Melford Meeting, Bike Trails and Transit, Alzheimer's Early Detection

Looking for something to do this week? Here's a rundown of some upcoming events, and things to know. Click on the event listing for more details.

Art Fun with Abrakadoodle of Bowie
When: Monday
Where: CDI Fitness and Training Center 4230 Forbes Blvd., Lanham
Details: Twoosy Doodlers art classes are for children ages twenty to thirty-six months. Mini Doodlers art classes are for children ages three to Kindergarten age. Doodlers art classes are for children in grades one through six. Each class offers new and imagination-engaging activities. Register at http://www.abrakadoodle.com/md08/schedule.html

Bikes, Trails, & Public Transit
When: Monday
Where:  Room 121, Kenhill Center, 2614 Kenhill Dr., Bowie
Details: See the plan for Bowie's bike and trail systems.

Bowie-Crofton Camera Club Photo Talk
When: Monday
Where: All Saints Lutheran Church, 16510 Mount Oak Rd., Bowie
Details: The discussion for this meeting will be on Visual Culture. 

Greater Bowie Chamber of Commerce Holiday Mixer & Silent Auction
When: Tuesday
Where: The Country Club at Woodmore, 12320 Pleasant Prospect Rd., Mitchellville
Details: A fun-filled evening with delicious buffet meal and fabulous Silent Auction. Proceeds from the Auction will be donated to the educational programs supported by the Chamber including Youth Leadership Bowie and Women in Business scholarship.

Alzheimer’s Association workshop “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection
When: Wednesday
Where: Bowie Senior Center, 14900 Health Center Dr., Bowie
Details: At this interactive workshop, you will learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s disease. We’ll separate myth from reality and address commonly-held fears about Alzheimer’s in America. Hear from people who have the disease and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others.

Melford Stakeholder Meeting
When: Wednesday
Where: Council Chambers, Bowie City Hall, 15901 Excalibur Rd., Bowie
What: A stakeholders meeting where St. John Properties will explain its vision for Melford Village, and residents will have a chance to ask questions about the plans. This is not a public hearing.