The annual PRISM holiday party is Thursday, Dec. 18, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Historic St. Maryโ€™s Cityย  State House, where the halls will be decked and the candlelight will glow. The eveningโ€™s festivities will feature music of the season by the St. Maries Musica and gourmet heavy hors dโ€™oeuvres. Complimentary hot cider and soft drinks will be served, and a cash bar will be available. Members and non-member guests are welcome.

Reservations are required; price is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Please RSVP to Marc Apter by Dec. 15 by calling (240) 895-4381 or e-mailing

mlapter@smcm.edu.

As per our tradition, all are invited to bring a new unwrapped toy to the gathering. The toys will be delivered to the Countyโ€™s Department of Human Services on Dec. 19, ย for delivery to families this holiday season. The Department of Human Services coordinates the Christmas Caring program each year to match gifts with families in need.

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