By admin on September 4, 2010
The Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel County makes it easy for individuals, families, and groups to volunteer. We can assist you in finding a volunteer opportunity that utilizes your knowledge, skills, and positive energy. We want to help you to help others! Here are a few examples of how the Volunteer Center has been connecting [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Community Groups Tagged volunteers
By admin on August 30, 2010
University of Maryland Extension is a statewide, informal educational system, sponsored jointly by the University of Maryland College Park and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. We strive to educate citizens and help them to apply practical, research-based knowledge to critical issues facing individuals, families, communities, the State and [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Community Groups, Education Tagged county extension offices, department of agriculture, university of maryland
By admin on August 28, 2010
Established in 1998, the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC) provides scholarships and grants to nonprofit organizations across the county. We are your center for charitable investment in your community. The mission of CFACC is to grow philanthropy and build community. We foster greater giving and new philanthropy in our community to address the most pressing need [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Community Groups Tagged charity, scolarships
By admin on August 27, 2010
Kinder Farm Park is located in central Anne Arundel County, Maryland within close proximity to the Chesapeake Bay. The park is on 288 acres and was purchased by the county in 1979 from the original owners, the Kinder Family, who operated a typical Maryland farm from 1898 to the late 1970’s when it was no [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Community Groups, Parks Tagged cattle farm, kinder farm park, maryland farm, volunteer activities
By admin on August 21, 2010
Arundel Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian ministry which works in partnership with people from all walks of life to provide, through new construction or renovation, simple, decent and affordable housing for low-income families in Anne Arundel County. Arundel Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1987 and has built over 85 homes in Anne [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Housing Tagged affordable housing, habitat for humanity, low income families
By admin on June 12, 2010
Anne Arundel County Animal Control enforces all Animal Control laws, responds to animal related complaints, conducts investigations of cruelty and problem situations. 411 Maxwell Frye Road Millersville, Maryland 21108 410-222-8900
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Pets
By admin on March 19, 2010
Michael E. Busch (January 4, 1947-) is the current Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates in the United States. Busch has been a member of the House since 1987, and Speaker since January 2003. He represents Anne Arundel County, which includes the state capital of Annapolis.
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Government, Maryland
By admin on January 7, 2010
The AAWRA is an alliance of communities, dredging officials, Chesapeake Bay associations and trusts, and boaters on navigable waters in Anne Arundel County supporting deeper tidal water channels, sediment reclamation, tidal habitats, and natural fisheries.
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Chesapeake Bay, Community Groups, Nature, Water
By admin on December 30, 2009
County Executive John R. Leopold and the Department of Community and Constituent Services has just released the first edition of Month in Review, a new a monthly electronic newsletter. AA Co. Month in Review Oct. 2007
Posted in Anne Arundel County
By admin on October 28, 2009
Talk of Annapolis is a blog that covers “News, Political and sometimes Misc. commentary about issues, events, and news concerning Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.”
Posted in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Media
By admin on July 21, 2009
Broadneck Park is located at 618 Broadneck Road in Arnold and is open all year from sunrise to sunset. The park features Walking/Jogging Trails, an Exercise Course, Biking, Baseball/Softball Fields, Multipurpose Fields, Playground, Picnic Area, Pavilion, Concession Stand, Restrooms, Dog Park, the Andy Smith Equestrian Center, and the Noah’s Ark Wildlife Rescue Center. Broadneck Park [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Nature, Parks Tagged baseball, broadneck, dog park, park, playground, trails
By admin on January 10, 2009
Belvedere Elementary School is located at 360 Broadwater Road in Arnold. The mission of the school is to promote learning within a collaborative community where students are empowered to achieve their fullest potential.
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Education Tagged anne arundel county, schools
By admin on October 24, 2008
The Baltimore Sun has just released an interactive crime map of Anne Arundel county. The map combines automatic weekly feeds from the Arundel Police communications office with the power of Google Maps. The resulting visualizations allow citizens quick and easy access to hard crime data. A search form allows you to specify type of crime, [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Government, Media, Resources Tagged crime, maps, police
By admin on June 29, 2008
The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference & Visitors Bureau seeks to plan, produce and promote programs designed to increase the volume of visitors, vacation, and conference/meeting business within Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. Their web site features an event calendar, information on local “getaways,” trip ideas, and visitor info and guides.
Posted in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Resources Tagged travel
By admin on January 5, 2008
Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. The AACPS school system is the 5th largest in Maryland, and among the 50 largest school systems in the country.
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Education Tagged public schools
By admin on December 19, 2007
Arundel House of Hope, Inc. (AHOH) serves homeless men and women throughout Anne Arundel County Maryland empowering individuals to seize opportunity for change and assisting with the integration from homelessness to independence. Supported by a membership of over 40 community churches, organizations, and over 2,000 volunteers, AHOH is the only homeless services group in the [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Resources
By admin on November 27, 2007
The Arts Council, a.k.a. the Cultural Arts Foundation, is a non-profit 501 (C) 3 organization working to create a strong financial support system for the entire spectrum of arts groups in the county. Through a partnership of public and private interests, it provides funding for music, dance, drama, and the visual arts. The mission of [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Arts Tagged Arts, dance, drama, Music
By admin on November 24, 2007
The Anne Arundel County Farmers’ Market has over 60 vendors. It is open three days per week in the summer season at the Riva Site and a brand new market starting at The South River Colony. A huge variety of items are now being offered at the market and the season runs from mid-April to [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Food Tagged food
By admin on November 19, 2007
The Baltimore Sun Anne Arundel County Page provides news provides news and information about our local area. Resources include local photo galleries, classifieds search, sports team schedules, and a news feed.
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Media, Resources Tagged newspapers
By admin on November 9, 2007
Arnold Park is located at 1325 Jones Station Road in Arnold. It features Baseball Fields, Multipurpose Fields, Tennis Courts, a Play Area, and a Concession Stand. Arnold Park is home to the Wilmer Stone Oak, Maryland’s state tree, a possible successor to the Wye Oak, and the new Maryland Big Tree Champion white oak. The 200 year [...]
Posted in Anne Arundel County, Nature, Parks Tagged Arnold, baseball, playground, tennis, Wilmer Stone Oak
