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Military Bowl to open Eastern Shore retreat for wounded service members
The DC Bowl Committee today announced that it is purchasing a 290-acre property near Cambridge, Md., to operate as a retreat for wounded service members and their families. It will be named Patriot Point. “Patriot Point will be a place for the men and women who serve our nation so selflessly to take the time […]
Suspicious death in Annapolis determined to be homicide
This is an update to a story published last night regarding a suspicious death. Officers responded to the home in the 1100 block of Paddington Place for a report of an unresponsive subject and located a deceased adult male. Detectives began investigating the death as suspicious and it now appears to be a homicide. If […]
Former Board member, Rebecca Fortney, gifts AAMC $2.2 million
Anne Arundel Medical Center’s (AAMC) Breast Center is renamed the Rebecca Fortney Breast Center in honor of a philanthropist and former board member who gifted $2.2 million to the hospital’s foundation. Rebecca (Greco) Fortney, who passed away in 2013, made this significant planned gift to the AAMC Foundation through her estate. The Fortney family estate […]
UPDATE: Police release more information on arrest of County Sheriff Ron Bateman, weapons and credentials seized
On Sunday, April 10, 2016 just before 7:30 p.m. officers from Eastern District responded to an address on Pasadena Yacht Yard Road for a domestic violence call. The victim advised her husband Mr. Ronald Bateman assaulted her in their residence. Upon arrival officers noticed injuries to the victim and damage to the residence. Mr. Bateman […]
AACC to stage Macbeth, weekends April 15-24
Anne Arundel Community College will perform William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” on the weekends of April 15-24, in the Robert E. Kauffman Theater in the Pascal Center for Performing Arts on the Arnold campus, 101 College Parkway. Director Casey Kaleba, part-time theater faculty and consultant at AACC, has assembled a cast of students, employees and community members […]
Pianist Michael Roll returns to perform with ASO in April
British pianist Michael Roll returns to the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra after his 2012 debut, in the next set of Lexus Classic Series concerts at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts on Friday, April 1 and Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 8pm. Music Director José-Luis Novo will conduct the orchestra and Mr. Roll in Robert Schumann’s […]
DC’s 9:30 Club starring in new television series
Launching nationwide on public television this April is a new series unlike any other: “Live At 9:30 Hosted by Squarespace” – an unpredictable, modern-day music variety show. Off the beaten path in Washington, D.C. is one of the world’s greatest music venues — the 9:30 Club. It’s the most-attended music club of its size in the world – a 1200-person venue where […]
Post-Thanksgiving Concert: Heartbeat, music for flute and percussion
[do action=”fringe”/] “Fourth Fridays” Concert Series continues on November 27 with a post-Thanksgiving program for family and friends. Enjoy “Heartbeat,” music for flute and percussion. The flute and drum are two of the most ancient instruments known to humankind. Join Karen Johnson and Manny Arciniega as they travel from the temples of Ancient Bali and […]
Summit School raises $20K in annual golf tournament
[do action=”fringe”/] The Summit School hosted their annual golf tournament at The Golf Club at South River on Thursday, October 22. The event was a great success thanks to the support of the golfers, donors, and generous sponsors. Grace Ryan Real Estate was the Platinum Title Sponsor. Golfers enjoyed wonderful weather, refreshments, contests, and prizes. […]
Carrie Underwood coming to Verizon Center in February
[do action=”fringe”/] Seven-time Grammy winner and Pollstar’s three-time top female country touring artist, Carrie Underwood, who just released her fifth studio album, Storyteller, will launch a new arena tour in 2016 to take her new music on the road. The Storyteller Tour – Stories in the Round, in association with award-winning cosmetics brand ALMAY, will […]
AACC panel focuses on preventing, detecting, and stopping abuse
[do action=”fringe”/] As the students create their T-shirts on domestic violence, the stories come out. A sister, a friend, a neighbor – people no one would have guessed could be victims – had indeed experienced relationship violence. Anne Arundel Community College still will hang the handmade T-shirts depicting that abuse in a Clothesline Project Display […]
Library presents free concert at Quiet Waters Park
Groove to the smooth sounds of the Caribbean with Kevin Martin & The Geckos at a free, outdoor concert. The event will provide summer fun with plenty of audience participation and entertainment for all. The park’s normal $6 entrance fee will be waived for concertgoers. Make sure to bring your lawn chairs, blankets and dance […]
Old Fawcetts property sold, Ward One residents invited to discuss project
It appears that the old Fawcetts property at 110 Compromise Street has been sold. The new owners have engaged the Ward One Residents Association to discuss their plans and to get feedback from Ward One residents. It is unclear if residents of other wards or businesses are invited. Special WORA Membership Information Meeting re: Purchase […]
McBride Gallery celebrates 35 years on Main Street
McBride Gallery opens their 35th Anniversary exhibit on June 7th with a reception to meet the artists from 1-4pm. The public is invited to enjoy the new exhibition of paintings, sculpture and ceramics from over 50 artists. In June of 1980 McBride Gallery first opened its doors at 117 Main Street in space previously occupied by […]
Miss Shirley’s introduces new spring menu
With warmer weather on the horizon, Miss Shirley’s has announced that they are happy to leave the snow behind and replace their cold weather dishes for fresh flavors. With the debut of the Spring Menu on Wednesday, March 18th, they will not only introduce new Spring & Summer dishes, but also bring back past favorites from Miss Shirley’s original menu, […]
Key School presents Xanadu
Nominated for four Tony Awards while on Broadway, Xanadu is based on the movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. “The heart of Xanadu lies in the comedy and the score,” director Eric Langmeyer says of the production, “The entire musical features pure genuine fun along with ‘jukebox tunes’ that […]
The Pink Event happening on Sunday
With a sold-out exhibitor hall and packed day of activities, The Pink Event® 2015 is less than two weeks away from providing ladies with the perfect afternoon getaway at the BWI Airport Marriott (1743 W. Nursery Road, Linthicum). In its fifth year and growing, The Pink Event is a women-focused expo that puts the spotlight […]
AAMC hopes to bring cardiac program to Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel Medical Center is working to bring a cardiac surgery, or heart surgery, program to Anne Arundel County, in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine. As it stands, Anne Arundel County is the largest county in Maryland (population 550,000-plus) without a cardiac surgery program. Today, AAMC filed a Certificate of Need application with the Maryland […]
CBMM launches new boat rental program
This summer, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will bring more people out on the water with a unique boat rental program that launches June 10 and continues Wednesdays through Sundays until August 30. Built over the years in CBMM’s boatyard through the Apprentice for a Day program, the fleet of boats includes wooden kayaks, and […]
Local financial planner earns Certified College Planning Specialist designation
David A. Herman, Vice President of Investments at Scarborough Capital Management, has recently attained the Certified College Planning Specialist (CCPS™) certification from the National Institute of Certified College Planners (NICCP). “Financial planners and investment advisers that have made the investment in time, education, and training to become genuine experts in college planning deserve special recognition,” […]
BAROAK set to open March 5th
OK, I am officially excited about the new guy in town. Teddy Folkman and his new gigs at the Loews Annapolis Hotel–BAROAK. Over the past five or so years, the Loews Annapolis has struggled to find the right fit for their hotel with the most recent iteration, WEST, not lasting more than a few years. […]
What to do when good bras go bad
Busy women have a bad habit of putting personal needs last, particularly when it comes to a properly fitting bra. However, a well-fitted bra is no indulgence. Bad bras can cause shoulder, neck and back pain as well as problems with posture and breathing. Eight out of ten women are wearing the wrong size bra. […]
