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Thurmont united Methodist Church’s An Act of Kindness Courtesy Photo

Youth Group Heads to Michigan and Generosity

The Youth Group at Thurmont United Methodist Church traveled to On August 4, 2015, Boy Scout
Hastings, Michigan, on a work camp in July. They worked with other youth Troop 270, Cub Scout Troop 270,
from around the country, helping to do tasks around homes of people who and Venturing Crew 270 were
needed help. on hand at Thurmont’s National
This was a wonderful opportunity for the youth to grow in their faith and Night Out to show their expertise
spirit. A big thank you to the adult leaders who chaperoned the trip, as well as in knot tying and to show off
the Thurmont community who helped support the trip. their handmade go-cart.
Courtesy Photo During the evening, the
Thurmont Police Department
raffled off bicycles and gift
certificates from local businesses.
Dominic Nield of Boy Scout
Troop 270 won one of the
bicycles in the raffle. Having
a bike of his own, he decided
to see if there was a child that
needed one. After asking around,
Dominic found a young lady in Pictured are Savannah Cregger and Dominic Nield.
need. Nine-year-old Savannah
Cregger had just grown out of her bike and was surprised and very happy to
receive the bike. Thank you for your selfless act of kindness, Dominic!


Catoctin-Ettes, Inc. Seeking Donations

The Catoctin-Ettes, Inc., a non-profit 501(c)(3) competitive baton twirling,
color guard, pom pom, and percussion organization from Emmitsburg, is
The youth Group at Thurmont United Methodist Church travels to Hastings, Michigan, to assist reaching out to the community to ask for their consideration in making a tax-
others in need. deductible donation to their corps. With the money that they collect, they will
be able to purchase equipment and meet their operational expenses, as well as
fund the part of their program that participates in various competitions.
Established in 1972 as a creative outlet for youth, they have performed in
Troop 270 Sails local parades, charitable events, and have earned prestigious titles in state,
the High Seas regional, and national competitions. If you would like to donate, visit www.
gofundme.com/scyfv5ys.
On August 15, 2015, Boy
Scout Troop 270 joined Ship Rocky Ridge Progressive 4-H Club Stays
37 of Frederick, Maryland,
on a day of sailing on the Busy this Summer
Chesapeake Bay at the
Ventnor Marina in Pasadena, Submitted by Rocky Ridge Club Reporter, Karianna Strickhouser
Maryland.
This summer has been busy 4-H members brought baby shower
for the Rocky Ridge Progressive items to the meeting to donate to
Pictured are crew members of
Ship 37 and Boy Scouts Michael 4-H Club. The week of July 6, the Emmitsburg Pregnancy Center
Goldberg, Garret Mayhew, club members assisted with the for the July community service
Dominic Nield, Brendan Miller, Goldfish Toss at the Guardian project. Prior to the August club
Christopher Nield, and Seth Hose Company’s Annual Carnival. meeting, members worked on
young.
On July 20, the club held their fair decorations. For the August
monthly meeting/picnic at the community service project, members
Courtesy Photo Thurmont Community Park. The donated school supplies.


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