Category: Non Profit Organizations
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
SOUPer Bowl For The Light House
Kick off your Super Bowl Sunday by doing something good for yourself and the community. Heritage Baptist Church is hosting the 6th Annual SOUPer Bowl Lunch for the Annapolis Light House Shelter on Sunday, February 5, from 11:30AM-1:30PM. Guest servers include Maryland Speaker of the House Mike Busch and Annapolis City Council members Fred Paone, [...]
Former Journalist To Discuss Cancer Battle
It’s only been a little more than a year since her diagnosis, but Yolanda Woodlee says her life is forever changed after battling Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) breast cancer. Still, her upbeat attitude and persistent hope are two things she hopes attendees will take away when Woodlee talks about her experience at The Pink [...]
Artists 4 Amy Concerts
Plans are underway for a three concert series, the first of which will be held on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 at Wild Willy’s Rock House and Sports Saloon, 2072 Somerville Road, at Annapolis Towne Center. The concert will be held at 8pm and all proceeds from the event will benefit Artists 4 Amy and the [...]
Power To The Pelvis
LADIES NIGHT: POWER TO THE PELVIS JANUARY 26, 2012, 6pm AAMC Health Sciences Pavilion, 7th Floor, Doordan Institute Join Drs. Briana Walton and John Martin for this January episode of our new educational series. They will be chatting with special guest guests about women’s topics, ranging from common gynecological problems, incontinence, pelvic pain and fibroids. Special guests are [...]
Youth Of The Year Dinner
The 23rd Annual Ed Casey Youth of the Year Awards Dinner is a celebration of our Youth of the Year nominees, our area Clubs, partners, supporters, volunteers, and the community. Being selected Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive. The title recognizes outstanding contributions to a member’s [...]
Parole Rotary Foundation Chooses Local Benefactors For 2nd Annual Naptown barBAYq
The Naptown barBAYq Contest and Music Festival, held at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds in Crownsville on May 4th and 5th, 2012, is a family affair and will feature food, libations, continuous live music from two stages, activities for all ages, arts and crafts vendors, and cooking demonstrations. “We’re doing it for the kids,” says [...]
Rotary Black Tie & Diamonds Event To Benefit Library Foundation
The Rotary Club of Annapolis’ Black Tie and Diamonds Gala tickets are on sale now for the March 3 event at the Westin Annapolis Hotel. The beneficiary of this year’s event will be the Anne Arundel County Library Foundation. The gala includes a cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, a raffle, dinner, and dancing to [...]
How Do Bay Plates Help The Chesapeake Bay?
Did you know Maryland license plates actually help the Bay? I know it seems crazy, but a simple $20 fee goes a long way to restore and protect the Chesapeake Bay. And here is a hokey video to prove it. In today’s busy world, I know I don’t have a lot of time to devote [...]
Everyone Can Serve: MLK Day In Annapolis
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said “Life’s most urgent and persistent question is: what are you doing for others?” On January 16, you can answer that question by joining with the Volunteer Center For Anne Arundel County at the 2012 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at the Banneker-Douglass Museum in Annapolis. “Everyone [...]
David Alexander Salon And Spa Event Raises $70,000
Good spirits filled the air as representatives of three local non-profits gathered in the lobby of David Alexander Salon and Spa Wednesday, December 14th . Their purpose was to take part in a check presentation to the Anne Arundel Medical Center Breast Center and to METAvivor – two local organizations that help women who have [...]
Annapolis Idol Seeks Contestants
The Anne Arundel Conflict Resolution Center is seeking entries from local artists who believe they have the personality and singing skills to be the Annapolis Idol in our 5th year of the competition. Ten to twelve finalists will be selected from entries and invited to appear at the Annapolis Idol event to be held at [...]
Main Ingredient Serves Up Holiday Feast For Residents Of Light House
For the 3rd year in a row, The Main Ingredient in Annapolis hosted a special Holiday dinner for the residents of the Light House. Over 50 residents were treated to a full, three course meal including their choice of entrée at the restaurant. Christina Rosetti, manager at the Main Ingredient, coordinated the event. “This is [...]
Concerts To Benefit Artists 4 Amy Foundation – Sponsored By The Parole Rotary Foundation
Plans are underway for a three concert series, the first of which will be held on Saturday, February 4th, 2012 at Wild Willy’s Rock House and Sports Saloon, 2072 Somerville Road, at Annapolis Towne Center. The concert will be held at 8pm and all proceeds from the event will benefit Artists 4 Amy and the [...]
AAMC Foundation Gala: Rhythm & Rouge
The Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) Foundation will host its signature fundraiser on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 Midnight at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Baltimore. The theme for the 2012 gala is “Rhythm & Rouge,” supporting the AAMC Heart and Vascular Institute and its critical role in keeping the community [...]
Santa Helping Support Crofton Elementary At Roundz
Santa Claus will be at Roundz Gourmet Market (2299 Johns Hopkins Road, Gambrills, MD) to take last minute gift requests and show support for Crofton Elementary School’s dining out fundraiser on Tuesday, Dec. 20, 5-8 PM. Roundz Gourmet Market is hosting a special family buffet to benefit Crofton Elementary School. A bountiful selection of main [...]
Santa Speedo Run Video
Please avert your eyes as several hundred speedo clad runners take part in the Annual Annapolis Speedo Run. The races started and ended at O’Brien’s Oyster Bay & Restaurant and benefited Toys For Tots. Please see our earlier post for still photos. Were you there? Did you run?
Annapolis Santa Speedo Run 2011
Sometimes, pictures speak louder than words. The Annual Annapolis Santa Speedo Run is one of those quirky Annapolis events that do a lot of good. Besides a good time, toys are donated and money is raised for Toys For Tots. This year, the run began and ended at O’Brien’s Oyster Bar & Restaurant. The after [...]
