Tag: christmas
A Young Boy’s Surprise For Christmas
Through the Bello Machre Ray of Hope Program and three local businesses, Zack had an early Christmas surprise. With donated funds from Corporate Brokers (Annapolis, MD), Annapolis Civitan #177 (Annapolis, MD), and Dr. Denis Markoff-Landolf with Federal Hill Smiles (Baltimore, MD) Bello Machre purchased a specialized tricycle for Zack. This specialized therapeutic tricycle helps Zack [...]
2012 Santa Speedo Run Draws Record Crowd
By noon, the music of Sly 45 was wafting over West Street from a giant white tent in the parking lot of Stan & Joe’s Saloon . By 1:30pm, more than 500 people ran out and took to the streets for the 5th Annual Santa Speedo Run. There were 400 pre-registered and plenty of walk-up [...]
Community Comes Together To Help Those In Need
The generosity of the community was overwhelming this year as businesses and individuals made Thanksgiving very special for many in need in the Annapolis community. Light House: A Homeless Prevention Support Center, located on Hudson Street in Annapolis, received over 290 baskets with complete Thanksgiving meals and gift cards for local grocery stores. Baskets and [...]
County Executive Leopold Encourages Citizens To Participate In Holiday Sharing Program
County Executive Leopold is asking citizens to donate to Holiday Sharing, a program administered by the Department of Social Services. “During these difficult economic times it is important to remember the families who are struggling to make ends meet and provide for their children,” County Executive Leopold said. “This program benefits them directly by providing [...]
Annapolis Chorale: A Celebration Of Christmas
One of Annapolis’ best-loved holiday traditions is the Annapolis Chorale’s annual Celebration of Christmas concerts. The holidays wouldn’t be complete without the sound of “carols being sung by a choir,” in this case a really big choir. The Chorale’s Celebration of Christmas concerts, led by Live Arts Maryland Music Director J. Ernest Green, are Thursday, December 6 [...]
Wounded Veterans & Families Celebrate; Local Organizations Light the way for Santa
The holiday season is always highly anticipated by young and old alike; for some special veterans this year, the celebration will be a bit brighter with a visit from Santa Claus. In mid-December, Warrior Events, Stewart Lawn & Landscape , and a private Annapolis homeowner will welcome veterans with service-related injuries and their care partners [...]
South County Holiday Events For Seniors
The South County Senior Center in Edgewater announces the following upcoming events: Monday, December 3, 12:30 pm “Genealogy Club” ~ “Getting Started” ~ by Bobbie Bold and Etta Sue Haggerty. This is meant to help those who want to get started in genealogy, however, all are welcome! Wednesday, December 5, 1:00 pm “Storyteller Jon Spelman” ~ Jon [...]
Annapolis Lights City Christmas Tree
Hundreds began to gather around City Dock late this afternoon to join in the festivities surrounding the lighting of the City’s Christmas tree. Zachary’s Jewelers led off the celebration with partial performances of The Nutcracker ballet performed by the Chesapeake Ballet in front of their store. Local choral groups from the area performed plenty of [...]
Nutcracker Coming To Zachary’s Sunday
To welcome the Christmas season to downtown Annapolis, Zachary’s Jewelers will present a family-friendly mini-performance of the Nutcracker, as interpreted by the Chesapeake Ballet Company . The event begins on Sunday, November 25 th at 4pm in Zachary’s Jewelers retail location at 100 Main Street in downtown Annapolis, where visitors will be greeted by Clara, the [...]
Greenstreet Gardens’ Twilight Open House To Benefit Captain Avery Museum
On Friday, November 16th from 6pm-8pm, Greenstreet Gardens hosts their Twilight Open House, an elegant evening of wine, music, and light fare to benefit the Captain Avery Museum in Shady Side. Tickets are $10 per person, with 100% of the proceeds going to the museum. The event features four local wineries and eight local restaurants [...]
Sheehy To Be Sponsor Of ABA Holiday Events In Annapolis
The Annapolis Business Association is pleased to announce that Sheehy Lexus of Annapolis will be the premier sponsor this holiday season in downtown Annapolis. “We are so pleased to align ourselves with the ABA during this holiday season. We see this as a fantastic opportunity to support all of the local businesses and give back [...]
AACC To Hold Auditions For ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’
Anne Arundel Community College will hold auditions Oct. 1-4 for its upcoming production of Barbara Robinson’s “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Auditions will consist of a short music audition followed by cold readings from the script, and are open to the entire community. With roles available for children ages 6-16, college students and adults, [...]
5 Helpful Hints For Selecting Pet Insurance
Pet insurance is a great idea but there are so many policies out there. It can get confusing and frustrating trying to decide which to choose. Here are 5 tips to help you decide which policy to go with. 1. Decide what you want from the insurance Many companies will offer more than one policy [...]
London Town Prepares For Infestation Of Critters
Celebrate the Magic! Elves, mermaids, angels, Santas, and “critters” of every description magically created of seedpods, shells, twigs and bits of the garden all found at London Town and magically created by an all volunteer garden staff. These ornaments are unique, one of a kind and all natural. The Critter Ornament Sale starts with an [...]
The Seasonal Seven
Dear Chanel, I am debating using a dietary supplement to lose weight. I have not decided which to try out but I am unsure if this is the right thing to do. I have tried going to the gym but I have no one to go with. I have tried personal training but I cannot [...]
