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Music Heals
The following was sent to Eye On Annapolis to highlight the notion that music (barbershop music in particular) does, in fact heal. My sister is developmentally disabled and has spent most of the last 6+ years in some sort of hospital or rehab place due to numerous reasons. As a barbershop family we all learned [...]
Service Above Self
Four local residents were recognized by 200 Rotarians and guests at the 2012 Service Above Self Awards dinner held April 19 at the Loews Annapolis Hotel, hosted by the Rotary Club of Annapolis with the Rotary Club of Parole, the Rotary Club of South Anne Arundel County, and the Annapolis Evening Rotary Club. At the [...]
Eastport Democratic Club Donates $1000 To Elementary School
On Wednesday, April 11th, the Eastport Democratic Club honored Eastport Elementary School, a public school founded in 1909, for their many years of invaluable service to the community. Club representatives, Dr. Charles Fritsch and Dave Baron, presented Principal, Mrs. Lynn Evans and students with checks totaling $1,000; the sum represents proceeds generated from the club’s [...]
Park And Shop, Now Dock And Shop
The Annapolis Business Association announces an exciting new addition to the popular Park & Shop program which allows participating businesses to offer their customers one hour of free parking in the Downtown Garages. In partnership with the Annapolis Harbormaster’s Office, Dock & Shop will allow boaters to enjoy 1 hour of free docking at the slips [...]
Eastport Luau
The public is invited to attend the 2012 EASTPORT LUAU on Saturday, June 30th from 1:00pm to 9:00pm (Rain or Shine) at the EDC, 525 State Street in Annapolis. The private club, established in 1929, will host kid-friendly festivities including: Hula Demonstrations and Classes, Face-Painting by Wendy, Old-Fashioned Luau Games, and Live Music by two [...]
New Grading Policy For Public Schools
Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ Countywide Citizen Advisory Committee will receive an update on proposed revisions to the administrative regulation regarding the school system’s grading procedures at its next meeting, scheduled for Monday, May 7, 2012. Dr. George Arlotto, Associate Superintendent for School Performance, will discuss the proposed changes to the regulation, which stipulates the [...]
Board Of Education Squashes Compromise Street Garage
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today voted against entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Annapolis centering around a proposal to build a parking garage and mixed use development along Compromise Street in downtown Annapolis. Board members voted 8-0 to support Superintendent Kevin Maxwell’s recommendation against entering into the [...]
Sin Fronteras Cafe: Fiesta On Forest Drive
In my opinion, there are a number of great choices for Mexican food in the general Parole area. For instance, we love the burrito bowl at Chipolte, an amazing combination of tastes for the mere cost of $6.37. Chevy’s delicious fish taco platter is highly recommended, and the newcomer, Plazuelas (located across the street from [...]
Annapolis Police Investigating Spate Of Gunshots In Eastport
The Annapolis Police Department has responded to three calls for service in Eastport in the last week for discharging of firearms. The incidents occurred on 4/24, 4/27, and 4/30. Unoccupied vehicles were struck by bullets in the first two incidents. On Monday night a projectile broke the front window of an apartment and the bullet [...]
50th Anniversary Performance For Annapolis Symphony Orchestra!
A momentous occasion warrants a special celebration, and the 50thAnniversary of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is of no exception. They have earned this special celebration by providing a half century of extraordinary musical entertainment and educational programs in the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County community. As the 2011-2012 season comes to a close, the excitement and [...]
Community Volunteer Clean Up—Wellness House Gardens
On Sunday, April 15, members of the community joined the Naval Academy Aquatic Club Senior Swim Team, under the direction of Coach Tom Slear, to volunteer their time to clean up the Wellness House gardens (weeding, mulching, moving plants, etc…) to beautify the gardens so Wellness House members and friends (individuals who have been touched [...]
Busy Weekend For Annapolis
As I look at the calendar, I see that this weekend (May 4-6) is a killer for things to do. So, here’s the list that I have so far! If you have something to add, please leave a comment. Chesapeake Bay Wine Festival. Bay Bridge Marina, Stevensville. Saturday May 5th and Sunday May 6th. (noon [...]
Acclaimed Swedish Singer/Songwriter To Perform In Annapolis
Folk singer/songwriter Sofia Talvik, an acclaimed Swedish musician has announced one show in Annapolis during her 2012 national US tour. The show will take place on Saturday, May 12 at the Annapolitan Bed and Breakfast on West Street at 8pm. The show will feature Talvik playing songs from her 2012 album, The Owls Are Not [...]
Annapolis Hires Consultant Team To Look At City Dock
Annapolis Mayor Joshua J. Cohen announced that the City has retained a consultant team to assist the citizen-led City Dock Advisory Committee (CDAC) in formulating a plan to revitalize City Dock. The consultant team will meet with the full CDAC at its monthly meeting next month. This specialized nine member team brings experience and expertise [...]
Three Stabbed At Edgewater Elks Club
Three people were flown to shock-trauma in critical condition early this morning after being stabbed during a fight which broke out at the Edgewater Elks Lodge on the 2500 Block of Solomons Island Road in Annapolis. Full details are unknown at this point, but the incident happened shortly after 1:00am after a performance by a [...]
AACS Students Volunteer At Bello Machre
Over 200 Annapolis Area Christian School children, parents, and teachers volunteered their time Thursday, April 5, 2012 as part of their annual Spring Yard Clean-up for Bello Machre. 18 groups of middle school children spent the day raking leaves and mulching flowerbeds at 18 different Bello Machre homes located throughout Anne Arundel County. The Annapolis [...]
Business Legacy Awards
As part of National Preservation Month, President Stephen Samaras has announced that the MainStreets Annapolis Partnership (MAP) will establish the MAP Business Legacy Awards. This inaugural event will honor businesses which have demonstrated an enduring commitment to serving residents and visitors and supporting the economic vitality of our neighborhood business districts. The Legacy Awards recognize [...]
The Crabs Are Coming
The Rotary Club of Annapolis is gearing up for its 67th annual Crab Feast scheduled for Friday, August 3, 2012, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis. This special event is not only the world’s largest crab feast but also a major fund-raiser which benefits local community and cultural [...]
Stanton Center To Host After School Homework Club Banquet
The Banquet is set for Friday, May 11 at 5 p.m. It will be held in the gymnasium of the Stanton Community Center, located at 92 W. Washington Street in Annapolis. Fourth grader Earia Wainwright, of Annapolis Elementary, and seventh grader Arnold Chew, of Wiley H. Bates Middle School, will speak to their fellow peers [...]
Box of Rain to Host Annual Rock and Roast Event
Annapolis-based non-profit organization, Box of Rain Foundation will host the 2012 Rock and Roast annual fundraiser on May 12 from 6-10 p.m. at the Annapolis Maritime Museum located at 723 2nd Street in Eastport. Proceeds will benefit the non-profit program, which inspires, encourages, and educates Annapolis area youth through maritime experiences. General Tickets cost $50 [...]
The Compromise Garage Should Be Built, And Why It Won’t Be
Like chicken little, the residents of Wards One and Eight poured into City Hall last night for an unprecedented 8 hour session to voice their opposition to what amounts to little more than a fantasy–the dreaded garage on Compromise Street. The Council voted to continue discussions by a 6-3 vote with Mayor Cohen, Alderman Pfeiffer [...]
Annapolis Run For Shelter & 5th Annual Jogging Joe Shafran Memorial Run
On the morning of Sunday, September 30th, 2012, the Friends of the Light House Shelter will be hosting the second running of the Annapolis Run for Shelter which is a Half Marathon and the 5th Annual Jogging Joe Shafran Memorial Run which is a 4.2 mile Fun Race. The run will be along the scenic [...]
