Memorial for Jim McCrumb> The PTSA and Student Government Association of Mt. Hebron High School will host a "Celebration of the Life of Jim McCrumb," Saturday, Sept. 27, 2 p.m. at Mt. Hebron High School, 9440 Route 99, in the auditorium. McCrumb, who died June 21, was principal of Mt. Hebron from 1967 to 1987. In addition to being an influence on many students and faculty, he was instrumental in establishing many of the traditions and organizations at Mt. Hebron.

Holiday fun and master gardeners> Children and families are invited to Whipps Garden Cemetery, 3651 St. John's Lane (just south of Rita's) Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. to make holiday decorations using pumpkins and gourds. Rain date: Oct.12. Howard County Master Gardeners will give talks and demonstrations at the new outdoor theater. Refreshments. No admission fee. Call Barbara Sieg at 410-465-6721 to reserve your place, or e-mail barbarasieg@gmail.com. Event held only if at least 10 people sign up by Oct. 8.

College News

Jonathan Linaburg, of Ellicott City, graduated from Juniata College, 2008.

Catherine Barker and Caitlyn Carrico, of Ellicott City, were named to the spring 2008 dean's list at American University.

Ryan Cherniak, of Woodbine, was named to the dean's list at University of Rochester for the spring 2008 semester.

At the Miller Library

Scarecrow stories: a farm city celebration> Enjoy stories about the farmer's friend, then make a scarecrow Tuesday, Sept. 23, 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. Ages 5-9; 45 minutes. Registration required. 410-313-1950

Tween Book Club> Especially for middle schoolers. Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 7 - 8 p.m. September's book is "Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat" by Lynne Jonell. Ages 11-13. No registration. 410-313-1950.

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