Non Profit Organizations
War Of 1812 Exhibit Opens At CBMM
A new major exhibit entitled “Navigating Freedom: The War of 1812 on the Chesapeake” opened May 11 at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD. This exhibit explores the impact of the War of 1812 on the people of the Chesapeake––black and white Americans, militiamen, Baltimore merchants, and British sailors—who found opportunity [...]
American Chopper’s Call Before You Dig Motorcycle At Bello Machre’s Every Step Counts 2013
Bello Machre is honored to announce that the unique 811 – Call Before You Dig motorcycle, constructed by Paul Teutel on Discovery Channel’s American Chopper: Senior vs. Junior will be at Every Step Counts Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Anne Arundel Community College. Dr. Robert T. Ireland, President and CEO, stated, “We are so excited [...]
Annapolis Maritime Museum: Boats Of The Bay
At a recent reception to open the show, two local artists tied for the People’s Choice award. Artist Lee Boynton with his winning entry At Rest and artist Carolyn Councell with her winning entry Force 3. The show at the Annapolis Maritime Museum features the works of 13 local artists with their interpretation of boats on the [...]
5th Annual Paca Girlfriend’s Flower Power Party
Spring is beginning to bloom across Annapolis, which means the Paca Girlfriends’ Flower Power Party is just around the corner. Now in its fifth year, the gala party is set for Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at the historic William Paca House and Garden in downtown Annapolis. The annual event draws women from across the greater [...]
Watermen’s Appreciation Day And Crab Feast At CBMM
Come to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD on Sunday, August 11 to celebrate Chesapeake watermen and their heritage at the 4th Annual Watermen’s Appreciation Day. Festival-goers will enjoy hot crabs, cold beer, celebrity appearances, a boat docking contest, and live music beginning at noon with Bird Dog and the Road [...]
Zonta Hosts 10th Annual Chocolate Festival
The Zonta Club of Annapolis is thrilled to announce the success of their 10th annual Swinging Sweets Chocolate Festival, which staged on Thursday, April 25th from 7-9pm at the Loews Annapolis Hotel. This year marked a major milestone for the event and will serve as a catalyst to support women via scholarship throughout the Annapolis [...]
Great Give Raises $600K For Local Charity In 24 Hours
In an effort to raise awareness of philanthropy and of the charities and non-profits in our local community, the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County took on a huge task–raise half a million dollars in 24 hours! They called it The Great Give. Last night at 7pm, at Rams Head Center Stage at the Maryland [...]
All Childrens’ Chorus of Annapolis Wraps Up Season
The All Children’s Chorus of Annapolis (ACCA) will celebrate the end of their season with their annual Let’s Celebrate concert, themed “I Dream A World” featuring music from around the globe in several languages. The event will take place on Saturday, May 18 at Robert E. Kauffman Theatre at the Pascal Center, Anne Arundel Community [...]
Great Give Raises Nearly $200K At Halftime
At half-time, the Great Give has raised nearly $200,000 for local non-profits and charities. Just before 7:00am, Anne Arundel County Residents had contributed $186,004 to help support their favorite charity–much of this in very small donations starting at $10. Believe it or not, $10 goes a long way when you are operating on a [...]
Posh Pet Sessions Support Companions For Heroes
Linda McCarthy of Visual Concepts Photography, Davidsonville, MD and Elizabeth Chaney of Perfect Pet Resort, Lothian, MD announce the launch of an upcoming fundraiser—2014 Posh Pets Calendar– to benefit Companions for Heroes. All dog lovers are invited to schedule a portrait sitting for their pup or pups and all portraits will be considered for the [...]
Tee One Up For The Light House
On Monday, June 10th, 2013, the Friends of the Light House will host the 10th Annual Golf Tournament at Old South Country Club in Lothian, Md. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Light House: A Homeless Prevention Support Center in Annapolis, Maryland. The festivities will begin with a light breakfast at the Old South [...]
The Great Give Begins In 24 Hours
The Great Give is a first-time, 24-hour online fundraiser organized by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC). From 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 to 7 p.m. on May, 16, 2013. The Anne Arundel County community – individuals, businesses, and organizations – can donate online at the Great Give website at www.greatgiveaac.org to [...]
Come Take A Spin with Bello Machre
By taking a spin with Bello Machre, you are joining the biggest day of giving in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Bello Machre has teamed up with the Big Vanilla Athletic Club in Pasadena in a Get Moving – Get Giving Campaign. This campaign will support Bello Machre and the hundreds of folks we serve. Get [...]
Providence Center Announces Annual Golf Tourney
Providence Center, a non-profit organization that serves adults with developmental disabilities, announced today that Severna Park-based Moran Insurance will once again serve as presenting sponsor for Providence Center’s 2013 Golf Classic. Chiron Technology Services, Inc., a Columbia-based cyber security and technology company, will also serve as presenting sponsor. This will be Providence Center’s 21st Annual [...]
Annapolis Youth Chorus To Present Free Concert
It’s all about the kids when The Annapolis Youth Chorus presents its spring concert on Thursday, May 16, at 7 p.m. at St. Anne’s Church in Annapolis. Joining the group for this finale are the Annapolis Chorale Chamber Chorus, baritone Nathan Wyatt and Live Arts Maryland Music Director J. Ernest Green. The AYC will perform selections from [...]
Red Cross Community Breakfast
The 2013 Red Cross Anne Arundel County Community Breakfast was held on April 23, 2013. Keynote speaker was America’s Cup Hall of Famer, author, philanthropist and lymphoma survivor Gary Jobson. This is the annual signature fundraising event for the Red Cross in Anne Arundel County. Three outstanding Anne Arundel County citizens were recognized at the [...]
23rd Annual Strawberry Fest On Tap
The Ann Arrundell County Historical Society will host its 23rd annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 8th at the Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Boulevard in Linthicum. The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., celebrating the rich agricultural history of Anne Arundel County in the production of fine strawberries for market. Hand [...]
Love, Lust, And Straight Jackets Coming To Chesapeake Arts Center
The Chesapeake Arts Center is proud to present the local Theatre Company, Stand Alone Theatre, in an All Ages weekend performance of “Love, Lust & Straight Jackets” play on May 17, 18, and 19th at 7:30pm. The concert will be held in Studio 194 theatre and tickets are available for purchase for $10.00 on the [...]
NRA President To Speak At GOP Meeting
National Rifle Association President David Keene will be the keynote speaker at the Lincoln-Reagan Day Celebration hosted by the Republican State Central Committee of Anne Arundel County. A strong defender of Second Amendment rights since the 1970s, Keene previously served as Chairman of the American Conservative Union, and has worked in both the White House [...]
Free Admission To CBMM For Military
The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD is offering free general admission to all active-duty military personnel and their families this Memorial Day through Labor Day. The promotion is part of CBMM’s affiliation with Blue Star Museums—a partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), Blue Star Families, the Department of [...]
Comcast Pitches In For Maryland
More than 1,000 volunteers including Comcast employees, their families, friends and members of the local community and non-profit groups joined together on Saturday, April 27 to make an impact in communities throughout the Greater Baltimore area as part of “Comcast Cares Day,” the company’s annual, nationwide day of service. Comcast Cares Day volunteers pitched in [...]
It’s Good To Give–Do It At The Great Give
The goal of the Great Give is to raise awareness of local charities, generate mission-critical operating funds from their current donors while showcasing them to new donors, provide charities the chance to earn additional cash prizes and inspire and strengthen a “Give Local” spirit among the generous citizens, businesses and organizations that call Anne Arundel [...]
