Category: LIFE IN THE AREA
28 To Compete In Spelling Bee
The champion of the county bee wins an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the 2012 Scripps National Spelling Bee from May 29 through June 1, 2012. There will be other prizes for the county’s top spellers, including monetary awards from the 21st Century Education Foundation, Encyclopaedia Britannica and Merriam-Webster reference books, gift [...]
Madonna Coming To Verizon Center
Madonna is having a huge party and everyone’s invited. The Madonna 2012 World begins May 29, 2012 in Tel Aviv, Israel. The shows will include arenas, stadiums and special outdoor sights including the Plains of Abraham in Quebec and a return visit to South America as well as Australia where she has not performed in 20 years. [...]
Rotary Scholarships Available For Graduating Seniors
The Rotary Club of Annapolis is accepting scholarship applications from graduating seniors attending Annapolis high schools, including home-schooled students. Up to four cash scholarship awards of $1,000 each are available to area students who plan to attend an accredited college or university and who have demonstrated a commitment to community service. Relatives of Rotary members [...]
Sweet Transvestites Coming To Anne Arundel Community College
Auditions are set for 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 13 and Feb. 14, for the Anne Arundel Community College Theatre at AACC April production of “The Rocky Horror Show.” That sweet transvestite and his campy crew did the time warp in this classic campy tale of Frank’n’Furter and his band of miscreants. Complete with [...]
4 Tons Of Documents Shredded At Arnold Event
Over 100 people took part in a free shredding event Saturday in Arnold, converting old documents into four tons of recyclable shredded paper. The Shred-A-Thon, held at 544 Broadwater Road in Arnold, was sponsored by KD SpaceLifts, a professional organizing service. This was the first time SpaceLifts had hosted such an event. “We met so [...]
Save 45% On Annapolis Lonely Hearts Bar Tour
Looking for a fun event this Saturday? Join our friends at Barhopolis for the Lonely Hearts Bar Tour from 2pm to 7pm. Come mix and mingle with other singles and couples at some of the hottest spots in Annapolis. Participating bars include Dock Street, Armadillo’s, O’Brien’s, Middleton’s, McGarvey’s, Federal House, Castlebay, Sly Fox and Stan [...]
This Week In Volunteering
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce The [...]
Dr. Lori At Annapolis Home Show
The 7th annual Annapolis Home and Remodeling Expo is a one-of-a-kind homeowners event showcasing products and services for the outside of the house, the inside of the house, and the people in the house. The Expo will run for two weekends, February Feb. 18-19, and 25-26 from 10AM-6PM on Saturdays and 11AM-5PM on Sundays. The [...]
SOUPer Bowl Raised $2100
Heritage Baptist Church opened the doors for an afternoon of great food for a great cause at the 6th Annual SOUPer Bowl Lunch for the Light House Shelter on Sunday. This donation-only event, held in the church’s fellowship hall, raised $2100 in two hours. Maryland Speaker of the House Mike Busch, Annapolis Mayor Joshua Cohen, [...]
Annapolis Area Christian School Kicks Off Mulch Fundraiser
Individuals interested in ordering mulch from AACS can do so now until March 3 to receive a FREE delivery (with a 10-bag minimum purchase) to area residences on Saturday, March 17. There is also a “Pick-up” option on Saturday, March 17 at the Annapolis Area Christian School Middle School, located on 710 Bestgate Road, or [...]
Broadway In Annapolis: “Anything Goes” Feb. 10-11
Broadway comes back to Annapolis with Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes,” a rollicking musical love story that takes place on a cruise ship sailing the high seas. On February 10-11 at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, J. Ernest Green conducts members of the Annapolis Chorale, The Annapolis Chamber Orchestra and a cast of accomplished singer/actors [...]
7th Annual Mentoring Awards Nominations Being Accepted
The Seventh Annual Mentoring Awards, sponsored by the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County will be presented on Friday, March 15, 2012. Join us in recognizing people who are striving to make a difference in the lives of our young people. Help celebrate mentoring in our community by submitting your nominations for the following categories: [...]
February Is Red Hot With Scarlet Letter And Firebird
Ballet Theatre of Maryland (BTM), the state’s premier professional ballet company, presents two one-act ballets on a single performance: The Scarlet Letter and Firebird. Performances are February 24 at 7:00pm, February 25 at 7:00pm and February 26 at 2:00pm at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts in Annapolis. The Scarlet Letter, based on the American [...]
Help The Bay At Tax Time
The Chesapeake Bay Trust relies on the generosity of citizens all across Maryland to ensure we can continue our efforts to keep the Bay clean. Therefore, financial contributions of any amount are always welcomed and encouraged. Marylanders have an opportunity to support the Chesapeake Bay Trust through their Maryland state income tax return by making [...]
Grant Money Available From Rotary Crab Feast Proceeds
The Rotary Club of Annapolis will accept grant applications until March 15, 2012, to distribute the proceeds totaling over $70,000 from its 66th annual Crab Feast held in August 2011. The Rotary Club of Annapolis has a long-standing tradition of commitment to the local community. Grant selection is done by a club committee which changes [...]
Hey Sailor!
Be prepared to sing along during this evening of lusty songs hosted by local musician Janie Meneely and presented by Wammie-award winning ethnomusicologist Jennifer Cutting and her merry band of music-makers. The one-night-only performance will be held at the Galesville Memorial Hall on Saturday, March 3 from 8-10 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance ($18 [...]
This Week In Volunteering
Many Volunteer positions are available through the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County. If you do not see an opportunity below that fits your needs, contact the Volunteer Center at info@volunteerannearundel.org or 410-897-9207. Check our Website: www.VolunteerAnneArundel.org. A few current volunteer opportunities are listed below. The Arc of the Central ChesapeakeRegion The Arc advocates [...]
Public Library’s Black History Month Programs
Native South African Lesole Maine and his dance troupe return to the Anne Arundel County Public Library for the first time since 2008 to help celebrate Black History Month. Appearing at seven County libraries during the month of February, the show offers a fun, fast-paced and fascinating look at traditional and modern African dance styles. [...]
Square Foot Gardening Class Offered
Get ready for spring gardening by taking an “Introduction to Square Foot Gardening” to be offered from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28 at the Pascal Senior Activity Center, 125 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie. During these four sessions, students will learn the 10 Basics of Square Foot Gardening (SFG), a [...]
VIDEO: Polar Bear Plunge 2012
Photos alone can’t adequately convey the electricity and excitement of the MSP Polar Bear Plunge. Here, you can experience the sights and the sounds–and the screams of “pain” as more than 14,000 people take a dip into the chilly Chesapeake Bay. The event, sponsored by the Maryland State Police is a fundraiser for Special Olympics [...]
More Polar Bear Plunge Photos
Photographer, Kevin Carroll was on the beach for Eye On Annapolis yesterday taking photos for us. And with these, you can certainly tell the difference between a professional photographer and an amateur. Which ones are your favorites? Please take a moment and leave a comment. To view more of Kevin’s work, please visit his Flickr [...]
Guy Kawasaki And Howard Putnam To Speak At USNA Leadership Conference
The U.S. Naval Academy will host its annual Leadership Conference Jan. 29-Feb. 1. This year’s conference theme is “Visionary Leadership: Navigating through Unchartered Waters.” The conference will feature keynote addresses from some of the best minds in the practice and study of leadership to exchange ideas, experiences and methodologies with both military and civilian undergraduate [...]
