Tag: friends
8 Health Benefits of Friends
We all need somebody to lean on, as the song goes, turns out to be very true. Science is discovering that friendship is a great for your health! According to a recent Harvard publication, friendships affect health “in ways every bit as powerful as adequate sleep, a good diet, and not smoking. Dozens of studies […]
BGE warns of door-to-door imposters
Protect, verify and report! These are words every Baltimore Gas and Electric Company (BGE) customer should think about if they receive a call claiming their BGE service will be terminated unless a payment is made by a specific method such as a prepaid, reloadable credit card. Customers should also bear these words in mind if […]
Randall Bramblett at Rams Head On Stage this weekend
[do action=”fringe”/] Randall Bramblett will be featured at Rams Head On Stage this Saturday evening. Randall Bramblett’s distinguished body of work is defined by a triple threat career as an acclaimed solo artist, an in-demand songwriter and a first call sideman. Among the artists who’ve recorded and performed Bramblett’s songs are Bettye LaVette, Hot Tuna, […]
Documentary ‘In Plain Sight’ sex trafficking in America presented in Severna Park
On January 13, 2015, Woods Presbyterian Church in Severna Park will host a screening of the documentary In Plain Sight: Stories of Hope and Freedom which features six national programs fighting sex trafficking across America. The Samaritan Women in Baltimore is one of these programs. The film opens the viewer’s eyes to what’s happening “in […]
Long & Foster expands Annapolis leadership team
Long & Foster Real Estate, the leading independent residential real estate company in the country, has added to its leadership team in the Annapolis, Md., region. Kathy Davis, a real estate executive with over 25 years of experience, has been named the new Vice President of Business Development, and Christopher Ducey, a real estate sales […]
Arts Council plans gala for January 31st
This year’s Carnival Around the World “Cuban Nights” Gala, a fundraiser for the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County takes place on January 31st. Gala Chairs Sydney Lamb and Roberta Pardo, pose for a picture with an antique silver plated tea set, original artwork, and fashion felt hat; some of the many items included in […]
SPCA reduces fees for holiday adoptions
Americans are inundated each year by classic images of bow-bedecked puppies or kitten-stuffed stockings, so it’s not surprising that many families bring pets home for the holidays. ‘Tis the season for shopping and saving, so the SPCA of Anne Arundel County is joining forces with national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society for a special […]
Police investigating string of robberies
Anne Arundel County Police are investigating several recent robberies across the county. Armed Robbery, Severna Park, Jimmy Johns On 12/20/14 at 11:00 p.m. units responded to the Jimmy John’s located at 537 Ritchie Hwy for a Robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival officers spoke to an employee who stated she was walking to her vehicle […]
AACC Selected for National Grant to Train Low-Income Adults
Anne Arundel Community College recently celebrated 100 students’ completion of training that makes them eligible to work as casino dealers through a grant from the Walmart Brighter Futures 2.0 Project. AACC is one of 12 community colleges in the nation selected to participate in the $3.5 million grant from the Walmart Foundation to the League […]
24th Annual Bountiful Harvest, November 7th
[do action=”schuh”/] On Saturday, November 7th, 2014, the Friends of The Light House will host the 24th Annual Bountiful Harvest, A Blue Tie Event. This annual event benefits The Light House, a homeless prevention support center in Annapolis, Maryland and will take place from 7-10 PM at the Loews Annapolis Hotel. Highlighting this year’s long-standing […]
Ganz and Johnson team up to bring music to Universalist Church of Annapolis
On Friday, September 26 at 8 pm pianist Brian Ganz, widely regarded as one of the leading pianists of his generation, and long-time friend and colleague flutist Karen Johnson will present “Best Friends Make the Best Music.” A versatile and innovative artist, Johnson has been principal flutist of the Washington Bach Consort and has performed with Stevie Wonder. The […]
Run for the Light House 1/2 Marathon
On Sunday, September 28, 2014, The Friends of The Light House will host the Annapolis Run for The Light House Half Marathon and Joggin’ Joe Shafran Memorial 5K Run. The half marathon and 5K routes will follow the scenic trails of Quiet Waters Park and through the beautiful Chesapeake Bay-front community of Hillsmere Shores. 2014 […]
Jug Bay Spring Festival (June 7, 2014)
Celebrate spring with us at the Second Annual Jug Bay Spring Festival! Take a hike with a naturalist, see a live bird show, by Raptor’s Eye, listen to a talk about native plants or bluebirds, make nature-themed crafts with your kids, enjoy a hay ride, and much more, ALL FREE! Help the Friends of Jug […]
Friends Of Jug Bay At Greenstreet Gardens
The Friends of Jug Bay again partner with Greenstreet Gardens in Lothian, for a winter day of lively educational entertainment. Liz Smith, of Raptor’s Eye, and Ranger Billy will present live birds , including owls, a hawk, a kestrel, a merlin , as well as a few surprise visitors. Kid Make-N-Take Crafts – Ongoing. Lunch […]
Teens Raise $1000 For Hospice
More than 25 teens from Broadneck High School and Magothy River Middle School, members of the Friends Foundation Too, held a Corn Hole Tournament raising $1,000 for Hospice of the Chesapeake, whose mission is to assist patients and their families living with advanced illness. It was the first of its kind for the organization, a […]
Conn Refuses To Congratulate Kirby, Calls For Neighborhood Unity
Ward Six candidate Steven Conn lost the election tonight by 57 votes. His campaign sent out a press release criticizing his opponent, the City government and the “political machine” in Annapolis. He also made a strong call for neighbors to unite and work together for Ward Six. Conn is currently suing Kirby, Friends of […]
Wegmans And AA Parks & Recreation Team Up
The Department of Recreation and Parks and The Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails will launch the Wegmans Eat Well, Live Well Passport to Family Wellness Program at an outdoor reception on Saturday, May 18 at 10:00 a.m. at Jonas Green Park in Annapolis, Maryland. The Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks Trails, […]
Bonnie Raitt To Headline Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival
Chesapeake Bay Events is pleased to announce that Bonnie Raitt will headline and close the 2013 Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival on Sunday May 19th. The festival, held at Sandy Point State Park in Annapolis, Maryland, is a two day event to raise money for four local charities. “We are very excited to have Bonnie Raitt. […]
Dopey Or Doc?
Dear Chanel, I am a freshman in high school and today, some older kids came up to me and asked if I wanted to buy drugs. I don’t do drugs and told them “thanks but no thanks” and they went on their way. I know drugs are bad for you and I am wondering, should […]
Mr. Empty Agenda
Dear Chanel, I am in a bind. I have the woman of my dreams in my life and yet, there is one thing that just is not settling within my soul. I am constantly stuck between my friends and her. Do not get me wrong it’s not that they do not get along or that […]
The Doormat
Dear Chanel, I have a friend who is too much to handle. She overpowers everything I do. For example – one week we will get together and then the next she avoids me. It’s almost as if she thinks I should see it as a privilege for her to want to hang out with me. […]
