APL Staff Step Up in Honor of National Blood Donor Month
January is National Blood Donor Month, and the Red Cross bloodmobile is visiting APL for 4 days this month, on January 12-14 and 19, to allow staff to donate. Donating blood is a Laboratory tradition that dates back to APL’s earliest days, when staff members gave blood during World War II. The Red Cross began making regular visits to APL’s Howard County campus in 1964, and today, APL qualifies for its own on-site collection station several times a year because of its large number of donors.
Yoga Classes Now Available
APL’s Fitness Club is offering ongoing Yoga and Gentle Yoga classes to staff members interested in reducing stress while improving their flexibility, strength, and balance. Classes start in mid-January and are held in the fitness facility.
2010 Young Artists Show
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2010 Art & Photography Show for Adults
Calling all artists: APL has two upcoming art shows open to staff and their families! Both shows are sponsored by the APL Woman’s Club.
February 29th is the start of the Young Artists Show. Entries will be on display until March 5th, with an awards ceremony on February 28th. The theme for this year’s show is “Kids Helping Kids.” Children are encouraged to donate a minimum of $2 when submitting their entry. All donations will be given to the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center.
Entries in the Art & Photography Show for Adults will be on exhibit from March 21st to 28th and will be highlighted at the Wine & Cheese event on March 25th.
Recreational Club Fair
Do you have an interest in cycling, fossils, golf, astronomy, or volleyball? APL has a recreational club for each of these interests, and more! Laboratory staff are encouraged to come by the Recreational Club Fair on Tuesday, February 16, to learn about club activities, talk with club representatives, or join one or more clubs!