Hi, neighbors

I finally got around to participating in the Ladies Night Out at some local businesses on Thursday, and what a hoot it was. Thanks especially to Fit in Boonsboro for a fun way to get some exercise and mingle with new and old friends.

Boonsboro Carnival gets under way Friday


In addition to the launch of the Boonsboro Rescue Co. Carnival on Friday, there are a lot of other opportunities to get out and about this week.

Memorial Day ceremony

Unit 10 Auxiliary of the Boonsboro American Legion will sponsor the annual Memorial Day ceremony and parade in Boonsboro. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, May 27, with the ceremony starting at 1 p.m. in front of Town Hall and the parade starting at 2 p.m., forming at the school complex. 

If you would like to participate, call 301-432-5634.

Yard sale planned

St. James Church of the Brethren will hold a yard sale Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Spaces are available in the pavilion for $15, which includes a picnic table. Spots in the parking lot cost $10, but no tables will be provided.  Lunch items will be for sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

For more information, call Sam Griffith at 301-482-3343.

Tractor pull

Washington County Tractor Pullers Inc., along with Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League and East Coast Pullers, will sponsor a truck and tractor pull Saturday at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center on Sharpsburg Pike. 

Action starts at 6 p.m. The rain date will be Sunday at 2 p.m.
 
For more information, call 301-730-9523 or 301-573-1990. 

Ads for yearbook

June 1 will be the deadline to purchase senior salutation ads for the back of the BHS yearbook. Ads cost $50 for 1/8 page; $90 for 1/4 page; $165 for 1/2 page; and $300 for a full page. Proceeds contribute to offset the cost of the book for all students. 

To order a salutation, call Steph Dyer at BHS this week.

Vacation Bible school