City of Laurel - Government

06/14/2026

Registration is now open for Laurel Historical Society's popular Rube Goldberg Summer Camp!

This is a free camp where 3rd-5th graders can learn more about science through hands-on activities. Learn more or register through the link below:

Our Annual Rube Goldberg Summer Camp returns June 22nd through 26th! Join us at the Laurel Museum for this FREE summer camp aimed at rising 3rd to 5th graders for five days of fun building simple machines with a team, while learning about the connection to 19th century mill life.

Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM daily
Location: Laurel Community Pool Room & Laurel Museum (additional location information will be sent in the confirmation email)
Cost: FREE (advanced registration is required)
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/laurel-historical-society-2026-rube-goldberg-summer-camp-tickets-1988922713376

For more information, contact us at [email protected].

06/14/2026

Laurel will be closed on Friday, June 19th, in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. We will have an adjusted Trash, Recycling and Composting schedule that week:

- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday collections are unchanged.
- Friday collections move to Wednesday, June 17th.

There will be no bulky item or yard debris collection this week. The next scheduled date is June 24th. To schedule a bulky item pickup, yard collection or for more information, please call Public Works at 301-725-0088 or email [email protected].

06/14/2026

Mayor Keith R. Sydnor invites residents to come out to City Hall in the Park! City Hall in the Park is an engaging community event where residents can voice their concerns, share ideas, and connect directly with the Mayor, City Council, and department heads in an open and welcoming setting.

June's City Hall in the Park will take place on Thursday, June 25th from 6:30-8p at Emancipation Park (8th St. and West St.). Join us for refreshments and community discussion.

06/13/2026

Save the date! On Wednesday, July 1st Councilman Jeffrey Mills is sponsoring a Job Fair at the Laurel Multiservice Center. From 10a-2p, job seekers can meet employers, learn about training programs and resources, and explore exciting career opportunities

For more info, email [email protected]

06/13/2026

The City of Laurel is looking to fill vacancies for some volunteer government committees!

If you wish to apply, please submit a brief personal resume to the Mayor's Office at [email protected]. For more info, go to https://www.cityoflaurel.org/372/Volunteering or call 301-725-5300, ext. 2125.

06/13/2026

The 4th annual LARS Community Resource Fair & Grocery Distribution is on July 18th! Visit the Laurel Multiservice Center from 12-2p for free health screenings, groceries, resources, and more.
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La Anual de Recursos Comunitarios y Distribución de Alimentos de LARS se llevará a cabo el 18 de julio! Visite el Laurel Multiservice Center de 12-2p para recibir exámenes de salud gratuitos, alimentos, recursos y más.

06/13/2026

The City of Laurel and the Laurel Volunteer Fire Department are coming together to honor the memory of Brian Bennett through a community blood drive on June 25th. Between 10a-4p, those interested can sign up to give blood at the Municipal Center (8103 Sandy Spring Rd) or the Volunteer Fire Department (7411 Cherry Ln). Join us in honoring a life of service through the gift of life.

Joseph R. Robison Municipal Center: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=CityofLaurel

Laurel Volunteer Fire Department: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=LVFD

06/12/2026

In honor of Juneteenth, the City of Laurel Juneteenth Committee will be having a flag raising ceremony on June 19th at 10am in front of the Joseph R. Robison Municipal Center.

The next day (6/20), join the community for a Juneteenth Celebration at Emancipation Park from 4-7p!

06/12/2026

Save the date! On Tuesday, June 23rd, Prince George’s County will hold the 2026 Primary Gubernatorial Election. This election will provide voters with the opportunity to select their party’s candidates for local, state, school board, and judicial offices. Citizen participation in the electoral process helps shape the future leadership and direction of our government.

They are also looking for students aged 16-17 to become student election judges to help during election day. Those interested can scan the QR Code to apply.
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¡Reserve la fecha! El martes 23 de junio, el condado de Prince George celebrará las elecciones primarias para gobernador de 2026. Estos comicios brindarán a los votantes la oportunidad de elegir a los candidatos de sus respectivos partidos para cargos locales, estatales, judiciales y de la junta escolar. La participación ciudadana en el proceso electoral contribuye a definir el liderazgo y el rumbo futuro de nuestro gobierno.

Asimismo, se buscan estudiantes de entre 16 y 17 años para desempeñarse como colaborar durante la jornada electoral. Los interesados ​​pueden escanear el código QR para presentar su solicitud.

06/12/2026

Read it. Watch it. Stay connected. The June editions of the Laurel Living Newsletter and Laurel Living in Focus are now available! This month, we cover the City Council’s approval of the FY2027 budget, the new youth summer curfew taking effect on June 18, and introduce The Mayor’s Corner, where Mayor Keith R. Sydnor discusses both topics.

Read it: https://www.cityoflaurel.org/DocumentCenter/View/4197/June-2026-E-Newsletter-Final?bidId=

Watch it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FlihGSd8J4