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Commissioned midshipmen, now ensigns, toss their hats marking the end of their time at the Naval Academy and the next step into service. The 2013 graduation ceremony was held at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis.

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8: Great Chesapeake Bay Swim, Sandy Point State Park and Bay Bridge Marina. www.bayswim.com.

14: Bands in the Sand, 5-10:30 p.m., Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Philip Merrill Environmental Center, 6 Herndon Ave. 443-482-2111.

14: Bay Music Festival, sponsored

by Centreville Lions Club, gates open 2 p.m., Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park,

100 Dulin Clark Road, Centreville. www.baymusicfestival.com.

Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 14: Flea Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

18: Paca Girlfriends Flower Power Party, 6-9 p.m., William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George St. www.pacagirlfriends.com.

Eastport-a-Rockin’, 11 a.m.21: 8 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum grounds, 723 Second St. www.eastporta rockin.com; www.amaritime.org.

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Fireworks as seen from Ferry Farms along the Severn River during Annapolis’s Fourth of July festivities.

July 4: Independence Day celebration, naturalization ceremony, sponsored by Historic Annapolis Foundation. 410-2677619; www.annapolis.org.

4: Independence Day festivities, parade, 6:30 p.m., Naval Academy Band Concert, 8 p.m., fireworks 9:15 p.m., downtown Annapolis.

4: Parade, hosted by the Shady Side Community Center, starts 10 a.m. from Cedarhurst Road to the Shady Side Community Center, Snug Harbor Road.

410-867-2599.

4: Parade, sponsored by the Galesville Heritage Society, 1 p.m., Main St., Galesville. www.galesvilleheritagesociety.org.

4: Parade, sponsored by the Severna Park Chamber of Commerce, 10 a.m., ends with a festival at Cypress Creek Park. 410-647-3900.

August

1: Rotary Crab Feast, 5-8 p.m., Navy Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.annapolisrotary.org.

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St. Anne’s Church, Church Circle. www.liveartsmaryland.org.

31: Annapolis New Year’s Eve, 3 p.m.-midnight, downtown Annapolis.

January 11: Painting Interiors of William Paca House, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George St. 410-267-7619; www.annapolis.org.

25: Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, family, peewee plunge 11 a.m., main plunge 1 and 3 p.m., Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E. College Parkway. www.plungemd.com.

February Dates TBD: Annapolis Restaurant Week, participating restaurants in Annapolis. www.annapolisrestaurantweek.com.

22-23: Annapolis Home and Remodeling Expo, National Guard Armory, 18 Willow St. www.midatlanticexpos.com.

March TBD: Green Beer Races, Eastport Democratic Club, 525 State St. www.eastportdc.com.

1: “Black Tie and Diamonds” Gala, Weems Creek resident John Yanik picks sponsored by The Rotary Club of An- Eastport Democratic Club. napolis, 6:30 p.m., Loews Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St. 410-849-3215; www.stjohnscollege.edu/events.

5: Annapolis Book Festival, The www.annapolisrotary.org.

1-2: Annapolis Home and Remodel- Key School, 534 Hillsmere Drive. www. ing Expo, National Guard Armory, 18 keyschool.org/annapolisbookfestival.

12: Flea Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Willow St. www.midatlanticexpos.com.

21-23: Maryland Day, events at sites Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, throughout the Four Rivers Heritage 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville.

Area of Annapolis, London Town and www.aacountyfair.org.

26: Antique Tractor Pull, gates South County. www.marylandday.org.

10 a.m., pull noon, Anne 22: Annapolis Maritime Museum an- open nual Oyster Roast and Sock Burning, Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Highway, Crownsville. noon-4 p.m. Annapolis Maritime Muse- Generals um, 723 Second St. www.amaritime.org. www.aacountyfair.org.

26-27: Spring Craft Festival, 23: ArtFest, 1-4 p.m., Maryland Hall, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 9:30 a.m.801 Chase St. www.marylandhall.org.

27-30: Annapolis Film Festival, down- 3 p.m. Sunday, Anne Arundel County town Annapolis. www.annapolisfilm Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org. festival.net.

29: House and Home Expo, Severna Park Community Center, 623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park.

1: Annual May Day Baskets Display, www.midatlanticexpos.com. sponsored by the Garden Club of Olde 29-April 5: Annapolis Beer Annapolis Towne, Annapolis Historic Week, Annapolis locations. District. www.visitannapolis.org. www.annapolisbeerwk.com.

3: Historic London Town Spring Plant Sale, 8-10 a.m. members only; 10 a.m.-noon general public; HisDate TBD: Annual St. John’s/Naval toric London Town and Gardens, Academy Croquet Match, St. John’s 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater.

College, front lawn, 60 College Ave. www.historiclondontown.org.

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up speed to make it to the finish line during the annual Green Beer Races at the 3-4: Naptown barBAYq, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Parole, 11 a.m.9 p.m. Saturday; noon-6 p.m. Sunday, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.barbayq.com.

10: Flea Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

10-11: City Fair, noon-5 p.m., City Dock.

10-11: William Paca Garden Plant Sale, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; noon4 p.m. Sunday, William Paca Garden, enter at 1 Martin St. 410-267-7619; www.annapolis.org.

11: St. John’s College Commencement, 10:30 a.m., campus front lawn, 60 College Ave. 410-626-2539.

17-23: Commissioning week, U.S. Naval Academy. www.usna.edu.

23: Naval Academy graduation, tickets required, Navy Marine-Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. 410293-1520.

26: Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, parade 10 a.m., downtown Annapolis; ceremony follows at 11:30 a.m., Susan Campbell Park, City Dock.

29-31, June 1: Annapolis Greek Festi-

val, 4-10 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday, Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 2747 Riva Road. 410-573-2072.

June

TBD: Demolition Derby, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

TBD: Paint Annapolis, plein air artists’ outdoor painting competition, downtown Annapolis. www.marylandhall.org.

6-7: Secret Garden Tour, noon5 p.m., begins at the Hammond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland Ave. 410-2634683.

7: Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m.3 p.m., Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Blvd., Linthicum. Rain date June 8. www.aachs.org.

7-8: Annual Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., NavyMarine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.annapolisartsand craftsfestival.com.

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Chapel. www.usna.edu/music.

26: Children’s Halloween Party, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Blvd., Linthicum.

Rain date Oct. 27. www.aachs.org.

26: Football game, Navy vs. Pittsburgh, tickets required, 1 p.m., NavyMarine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.usna.edu.

27: National Sailing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, 1 p.m., City Dock. Free admission. www.nshof.org.

November

1-2: Annapolis by Candlelight, 5-9 p.m., tickets required, Historic Annapolis.

410-267-7619; www.annapolis.org.

2: Maritime Republic of Eastport’s Tug of War, noon, Eastport and City Dock. www.mre.org.

9: Football game, Navy vs. Hawaii, tickets required, 3:30 p.m., Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.usna.edu.

9-10: Market and Trades Weekend, Historic London Town and Gardens, 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater. www.historiclondontown.org.

File photos by Joshua McKerrow, Staff 16: Football game, Navy vs. South Jaycee Gina Henderson hangs greens outside the front windows of the Eyes on Main optometrists and opticians as part of Alabama, tickets required, 3:30 p.m., Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, the annual Hanging of the Greens.

550 Taylor Ave. www.usna.edu.

Blvd., Linthicum. www.aachs.org.

23-Jan. 1, 2014: Lights on the Bay, 7-8: Handel’s “Messiah” Concerts, 5-10 p.m., Sandy Point State Park, 1100 8 p.m. Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday, U.S. E. College Parkway. 443-481-3161.

Naval Academy Main Chapel. 410-29324: Annapolis Coin and Currency 8497; www.usna.edu/music.

Show, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Knights of Co13: Live Arts Maryland: “A Cellumbus Hall, 2590 Solomons Island ebration of Christmas,” 8 p.m., Road, Edgewater. www.coinshows.com.

Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St. www.liveartsmaryland.org.

14: Eastport Yacht Club Lights Pa1: Annapolis Christmas Tree Light- rade, 6-8 p.m. Annapolis Harbor and ing, “Grand Illumination,” City Dock.

Spa Creek. 410-267-9549.

1: Messiah Sing-Along, 4-5 p.m., St. 14: “It’s a Wonderful Life” HoliJames’ Episcopal Church, 5757 Solo- day Celebration, West Annapolis. mons Island Road, Lothian. 410-224- www.westannapolisbusiness.org.

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Theatre 14, 21; 15, 22: Ballet 5, 12: Midnight Madness, 6 p.m.-mid- of Maryland presents “The Nutnight, downtown Annapolis. cracker,” 7 p.m. Saturdays; 1 and 6-7: State House by Candlelight, 4:30 p.m. Sundays, Maryland Hall 7-9 p.m., Maryland State House, 100 for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St. State Circle. www.balletmaryland.org.

7: Hanging of the Greens, sponsored Shopping Event, 19: 11th-Hour

by Annapolis Jaycees, downtown An- 6-11 p.m., downtown Annapolis. napolis. www.annapolisjaycees.org.

20: Annapolis Symphony Orches7: London Town by Candle- tra Holiday Pops concert “Christmas light, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Historic in Annapolis,” 8 p.m., Maryland Hall London Town and Gardens, 839 for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St. Londontown Road, Edgewater. www.annapolissymphony.org. www.historiclondontown.org.

20-21, 22: Live Arts Maryland Con7-8: Benson-Hammond House 27th certs, Handel’s “Messiah,” 8 p.m. annual Holiday Open House, “An Friday and Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday, Old-Fashioned Christmas,” 3-7 p.m., A sailboat lit with snowflakes cruises in the Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade.

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featuring Ricky Skaggs, doors open 5:30 p.m., concert begins 7:30 p.m., Maryland Therapeutic Riding, 1141 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville. 410923-6800; www.horsesthatheal.org.

28: Historic London Town Fall Plant Sale, 8-10 a.m. members only; 10 a.m.-noon general public; Historic London Town and Gardens, 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater. www.historiclondontown.org.

28: Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival, City Dock. www.kuntakinte.org.

Annapolis Home and 28-29: National Remodeling Expo, Guard Armory, 18 Willow St. www.midatlanticexpos.com.

29: Maryland Avenue Fall Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Maryland Avenue. www.marylandave.com.

October

3-6: U.S. Powerboat Show, Thursday VIP Preview Day 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. City Dock. www.usboat.com.

4-5; 11-12; 18-19; 25-26: Historic Hauntings Tours, 7:30 p.m., tours depart from Historic Annapolis Museum, 99 Main St. 410-267-7619; File photos by Joshua McKerrow, Staff www.annapolis.org.

Larry Griffin drums as Scotti Preston dances to the arrival drum call — and the statue of Alex Haley looks on — at the 5: Antique Tractor Pull, gates annual Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival in Annapolis. open 10 a.m., pull noon, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 12: The Taste of Kent Narrows, food Generals Highway, Crownsville. tastings noon-4 p.m., entertainment to www.aacountyfair.org.

5 p.m., Chesapeake Heritage and Visi5: Fall Book Sale, sponsored by Ann tor Center, 425 Piney Narrows Road, Arrundell Historical Society, 9 a.m.- Chester. www.TasteofKentNarrows.org.

3 p.m., Glen Burnie Improvement 18-end of Oct: (weekends) Halloween Association Building, Glen Burnie. Happening Haunted Barn and Haywww.aachs.org. ride, 7-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 5: Football game, Navy vs. Air 7-9 p.m. Sunday, Anne Arundel County Force, tickets required, 11:30 a.m., Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

550 Taylor Ave. www.usna.edu.

19: House and Home Expo, Severna 5: Maryland State Jousting Cham- Park Community Center, 623 BaltiAnne Arundel County more Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park. pionship, Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals High- www.midatlanticexpos.com. way, Crownsville. Rain date Oct. 6.

19: Painting Four Seasons in www.aacountyfair.org. the William Paca Garden, 9 a.m.5-6: Fall Craft Festival, 9:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., 3 Martin St. 410-267-7619; 5 p.m.

Saturday; 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. www.annapolis.org.

Sunday, Anne Arundel County Fair19-20: Art @ the Park Arts and grounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Music 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Festival, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Wa10-14: U.S. Sailboat Show, Thurs- ters Park Road.

410-222-1777; day VIP Preview Day 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; www.friendsofquietwaterspark.org.

10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Friday-Sunday; 25: Pumpkin Walk, 4-6 p.m., Ham10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday. City Dock. mond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland www.usboat.com.

Ave. 410-263-4683.

12: Fall Harvest Festival, 10 a.m.25-26: Annual Halloween/All Saints 4 p.m., Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Day Concerts, 8 p.m., Naval Academy Kinder Park Farm Road, Millersville.

The space-age interior of a 1958 Century Coronado speedboat, one of the (See CALENDAR, Page 104) www.kinderfarmpark.org. wooden boats on exhibit in 2012.

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6: Arts Alive 15, 6-11 p.m., Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St. www.marylandhall.org.

7: Fall Flea Market and Craft Fair, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Blvd., Linthicum. Rain date Sept. 8. www.aachs.org.

7-8: 46th annual Maryland Seafood Festival, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday, Sandy Point State Park, 1100 E. College Parkway. www.mdseafoodfestival.com.

11-15: Anne Arundel County Fair, 4-10 p.m. Wednesday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Thursday; 4-11 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.11 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday, Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

14: Antique Tractor Pull, registration 5 p.m., pull 6 p.m., Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Highway, Crownsville. www.aacountyfair.org.

14: Football game, Navy vs. Delaware, tickets required, 3:30 p.m., NavyMarine Corps Memorial Staddium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.usna.edu.

14: Race to Oxford, sailboat race across the Chesapeake Bay from Annapolis to Oxford. www.cbyra.org.

14-Nov. 3: Corn maze, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Saturdays; 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sundays; weekdays by appointment; Oct. 18 open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Maryland Sunrise Farm, 100 Dairy Lane, Gambrills. 410-923-0726; www.mdsunrisefarm.com.

15: Annapolis Coin and Currency Show, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 2590 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater. www.coinshows.com.

21: Annapolis Craft Beer and Music Festival, noon-6 p.m., Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave. www.theannapoliscraftbeer andmusicfestival.com.

Boatyard Beach Bash, 21: 5-9 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St. 410-295-0104; www.amaritime.org.

21: Hospice Cup XXXII, register online, shore party 3-8 p.m., Annapolis Sailing School, 7001 Bembe Beach Road. www.hospicecup.org.

21-22: Classic Wooden Boat Regatta and Race, boats on display Saturday; race 11 a.m. Sunday, National Sailing Hall of Fame Docks, City Dock. www.nshof.org.

22: West Annapolis Oktoberfest, West Annapolis. www.westannapolis business.org.

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La Prima Catering’s Kyle Vermeulen stirs a large pot of crab soup, while Allan Badovinac looks on before the start of the Crab Soup Cook-Off competition at the Maryland Seafood Festival at Sandy Point State Park.

Kevin Kayton Jr., of Riva, enjoys the “Ducky” game at the Anne Arundel County Fair.

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There’s plenty to do all year long in Anne Arundel August William Paca House Tours (ongoing), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; noon-5 p.m. Sundays; closed January; open weekends February and March, William Paca House and Garden, 186 Prince George St. 410-267-7619; www.annapolis.org.

23-Sept. 2: Maryland State Fair, noon-10 p.m.

Mondays-Thursdays; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays-Sundays and Labor Day, Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. www.marylandstatefair.com.

24-Oct. 20: Maryland Renaissance Festival (weekends and Labor Day), 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Festival grounds, 1821 Crownsville Road. www.rennfest.com.

Through Aug. 28: Wednesday Night Sailboat Races, first gun 6:10 p.m., Annapolis Harbor. www.annapolisyc.com.

30-Sept. 1: Annual Drum Corps Associates World Championships: Friday 4 p.m., Individual/Ensemble and Mini Corps; Saturday 2 p.m., DCA Championship Preliminary Competitions; Sunday 10 a.m., The Alumni Spectacular-field performance by alumni corps; Sunday 5 p.m., DCA World Championship Finals, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial, 550 Taylor Ave. www.dcacorps.org.

31-Sept. 2: Annapolis Race Week, City Dock. www.cbyra.org.

September 1: First Sunday Arts Festival (and

Visitors walk out of the Motor Vehicle Administration in Annapolis.

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The Free Lancers jousting troupe performs at the annual Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville. every first Sunday through Oct. 6; May-October 2014), noon-5 p.m. first block of West and Calvert Streets. www.firstsundayarts.com.

napolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel, 80 Compromise St. 410-267-7619; www.annapolis.org.

2, 9, 16: Historic Mondays Aboard the Schooner Woodwind, presented

by Historic Annapolis, 5:30-7:30 p.m., cruises depart 5:30 p.m. from An-

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APPLY FOR A PARKING PERMIT IN ANNAPOLIS City residents must fill out an application form, which is available at www.annapolis.gov. The cost of off-street parking permits varies; a guide can be found online.

Visitor permits can be bought for $2 per day, and residents can purchase a pack of 10 for $20.

For more information, call the city Finance Office at 410-263-7952 or e-mail finance@annapolis.gov.

REGISTER A BOAT Boats can be registered with the Department of Natural Resources.

Registrants should provide a copy of a new boat’s manufacturer’s certificate of origin or bill of sale.

Used boats will require a bill of sale or title, lien release or out-of-state registration if titled in another state. All vessels are subject to a 5 percent excise tax.

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Find more information at www.marylandmva.com.

Residents must pay a tax equal to 6 percent of the vehicle’s value. Additionally, the cost of registering a vehicle every two years is $135 for cars and $187 for SUVs and trucks.

Those who are new to the state will need two proofs of identity, such as a Social Se-

FIND A POST OFFICE, LIBRARY BRANCH AND OTHER FACILITIES Find the nearest library, post office, police station or senior center at www.aacounty.org.

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For residents of Anne Arundel County who receive curbside recycling, here’s a look at how the county program works. For more information, call 410-222-6100 or visit www.aacounty.org/DPW/WasteManagement.

RECYCLING IS EASY • No washing or sorting is required and you can leave lids and labels on your containers.

• You may put out an unlimited amount of recycling.

• Use the yellow recycling container or any other container of your choice marked with a large “X.” • Visit www.RecycleMoreOften.com for more details.

You can pick up a recycling container at each of the following convenience centers, listed below, as well as the Heritage Office Complex, 2662 Riva Road, Suite 490, Annapolis.

Place recyclable material at the curb by 6 a.m.

PAPER, PLASTIC, METAL AND GLASS Newspapers, magazines, office paper, cardboard, books (hard and soft cover), junk mail, boxes (pizza, cereal, shoe, etc.) and milk and juice cartons.

Aluminum cans, aluminum foil and pans, tin/steel cans, empty aerosol cans and wire hangers.

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curity card, birth certificate or utility bill with a postmarked envelope.

Those with immigration or foreign documents will have to schedule a separate interview.

For more information, call 800-950-1682.

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All types of plastic containers and items, including hard plastics such as children’s toys, lawn furniture, buckets, trash cans, utensils, bags and shrink wrap.

Bottles, jars and almost all glass containers of any color.

YARD WASTE - Grass, leaves, brush and branches • Place at the curb by 6 a.m. on the same day as your recycling collection. Grass clippings, leaves and other yard waste should be placed in plastic bags marked with an “X.” Masking tape or spray paint works well.

• Brush and branches no longer than 4 feet and no more than 4 inches in diameter should be bundled with twine/rope.

• Bags and bundles cannot weigh more than 40 pounds.

ANNE ARUNDEL CONVENIENCE CENTERS NORTHERN RECYCLING CENTER: 100 Dover Road, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6118.

Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Closed Sundays.

CENTRAL RECYCLING CENTER: 389 Burns Crossing Road, Severn. 410-222-6108.

Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Closed Sundays.

SOUTHERN RECYCLING CENTER: 5400 Nutwell Sudley Road, Deale. 410-222-1946.

Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Closed Sundays.

Convenience centers accept these kinds of items: • Scrap metal (aluminum siding, bicycles, filing cabinets).

• Electronic waste (computers, printers, televisions, VCRs, cords and cables).

• Used oil, antifreeze and latex paint.

• Car batteries.

• Furniture.

• Construction debris, including concrete, brick, asphalt and stone.

• “White goods” such as refrigerators, humidifiers and air conditioners.

• Tires from cars or light trucks (up to four).

• Recyclable materials.

• Trash.

• Yard waste.

County residents can use the convenience centers free of charge, but must present a driver’s license at the entrance. All loads are subject to inspection.

Commercial vehicles with trash are accepted at the landfill only.

Source: Department of Public Works, Waste Management Services

Household Hazardous Waste Days are for residents who need to dispose of hazardous items such as oil-based paints, stains and paint solvents, pesticides, cleaners, contaminated oil and antifreeze, gas and kerosene, fluorescent bulbs and asbestos. Call 410-222-7951 for details. No commercial vehicle or commercial waste is accepted.

BULK ITEM COLLECTION: • Place large trash items like sofas, mattresses and rolls of carpet next to your trash on your regular trash collection day. (Limit 3 large items per collection day.)

• Place large plastic items like children’s toys and lawn furniture next to your recycling container(s) on your regular recycling collection day.

• Residents must call 410222-6100 to schedule collection of large metal items like swing sets, refrigerators and lawn mowers.

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Getting your household up and running GET ELECTRICITY To begin electric service or report a power outage, call Baltimore Gas and Electric Co. at 800-685-0123.

Though BGE is the main supplier for Anne Arundel County, electric customers can also choose their residential power supplier from: • Pepco: 202-833-7500.

• Washington Gas and Energy Services: 888-884-9437.

FIND TRASH AND RECYCLING PICKUP SCHEDULES The County Department of Public Works provides curbside recycling and trash collection service for most of Anne Arundel except Fort George G. Meade, city of Annapolis, Naval Academy, Sandy Point, Gibson Island, Sparrows Point, Curtis Bay and other private communities.

Call the department at 410-222-6100 or visit

www.aacounty.org/DPW/ WasteManagement for schedules.

In Annapolis, call the city Department of Public Works at 410-263-7967.

For residents in the county, recycling containers can be picked up at these facilities: • Anne Arundel County Recycling Office, Heritage Office Complex, Suite 490, 2662 Riva Road, Annapolis. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays.

• Central Recycling Center, 389 Burns Crossing Road, Severn. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Closed Sundays.

• Northern Recycling Center, 100 Dover Road, Glen Burnie. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Saturday, except holidays. Closed Sundays.

• Southern Recycling Center, 5400 Nutwell Sudley Road, Deale. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday, ex-

cept holidays. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

The 24-hour EMERGENCY service for water, solid waste and wastewater: 410-222-6100.

For residents in the city of Annapolis: • Free recycling bins are available from the Annapolis Department of Public Works at 145 Gorman St., second floor, or the Operations Center at 935 Spa Road. Open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except holidays. Call the Public Works division at 410-263-7967.

GET A MARYLAND DRIVER’S LICENSE AND REGISTER A VEHICLE You have 60 days as a new Maryland resident to get a Maryland driver’s license.

Visit one of the county’s two full-service Motor Vehicle Administration offices and bring proof of your name, identity, residence and your out-of-state license.

If you are younger than 18 years old, you must also have a driver-education certificate.

Converting an out-of-state license to a Maryland license costs $45.

The MVA offices are at 160 Harry S. Truman Parkway in Annapolis and at 6601 Ritchie Highway in Glen Burnie.

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State’s attorney and sheriff The retirement of former Anne Arundel State’s Attorney Frank Weathersbee left the door open for a number of local lawyers who want to be the county’s top prosecutor.

A panel of judges appointed Anne Colt Leitess over former Weathersbee deputy Thomas

Fleckenstein, whom Weathersbee endorsed. Anne Arundel voters will also elect a sheriff in 2014. The position is currently held by Ron Bateman, a Democrat who is seeking reelection.

Annapolis mayor and city council A few candidates want to unseat Democratic incumbent Mayor Josh Cohen, who will seek a second term in office this fall.

Republicans Robert Alan

O’Shea Jr. of Murray Hill and Mike Pantelides of Germantown are running against Cohen, as is downtown resident Democrat Bevin Buchheister.

City voters will also elect eight aldermen to the Annapolis City Council this fall. All but one of the incumbents is a Democrat. There are contested races in at least three of the eight wards.

Whomever voters select will have plenty of contentious issues to tackle, including plans for the controversial Crystal Spring housing complex off

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Voters cast their ballots at the Eastport Community Center.

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By ALLISON BOURG abourg@capgaznews.com The political landscape in Anne Arundel County could change significantly over the next year.

Maryland voters — and especially those in Anne Arundel — will have plenty of choices at the ballot box in 2013 and 2014.

All of the Annapolis City Council seats are up for grabs this year, as well as the mayor’s seat.

In 2014, county voters will choose the next county executive, County Council, state’s attorney and sheriff. The primary election is June 24, with the general election on Nov. 4.

Maryland voters will choose a new governor in 2014. Gov. Martin O’Malley, a Democrat, is term-limited. As he leaves office with an eye on the White House, several gubernatorial hopefuls have already emerged as contenders.

Here’s a look at those races.

Governor About a half-dozen elected officials, including Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, are running or considering a run for the state’s highest office.

Brown chose Howard County Executive Ken Ulman as his running mate. A former Prince George’s County delegate, Brown has endorsements from 70 local officials, more than half of them from Prince George’s.

Del. Heather Mizeur, a Democrat from Montgomery County, is also in the race. On the Republican side, Harford County Executive David Craig and Del. Ron George, R-Arnold, have declared their candidacy.

Other Democrats said to be considering bids include Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler and U.S. Rep. C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger of Baltimore County.

Anne Arundel county executive Three candidates announced by summer 2013 their intentions to unseat Republican Laura Neuman.

Neuman, who was appointed in February 2013 to fill John R. Leopold’s term after he re-

signed, will seek to earn a full term in 2014.

Republicans Del. Steve Schuh of Gibson Island and County Councilman John Grasso of Glen Burnie have launched campaigns for the executive spot. Democrat Joanna Conti, who ran against Leopold in 2010 unsuccessfully, has also announced her candidacy.

The successful candidate will oversee a county government with about 4,000 employees

and an operating budget that’s about $1.3 billion.

County Council Voters will choose their county councilman for the next four years in 2014. The council is made up of seven representatives, each with his or her own geographic district.

Councilman Jamie Benoit, a Crownsville Democrat representing District 4, is the only

sitting councilman who is termlimited. Councilmen can only serve two consecutive terms on the council.

A challenger has already surfaced in District 7, hoping to unseat Republican Jerry Walker of Gambrills. Republican Michelle Corkadel, who also ran for the seat in 2010, will compete for Walker’s seat.

Severn Democrat Pete Smith has said he will run for the District 1 seat. Smith was

appointed to the council in 2012 after the council removed his predecessor, Daryl Jones.

Republicans hold a four-person majority on the council now.

State’s attorney and sheriff

The retirement of former Anne Arundel State’s Attorney Frank Weathersbee left the (See VOTERS, Page 98)

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county residents age 55 and older. They are open weekdays except holidays and county furlough days. Days and times of operation vary at the many nutrition sites. They provide nutritionally balanced lunches, activities and socialization at friendly community sites throughout the county.

• Senior Medicare Patrol: A grant-funded project to combat fraud and abuse in Medicare and Medicaid, program provides public education to increase senior awareness of health care fraud issues.

One-on-one assistance is available in reporting suspected Medicare/Medicaid fraud and abuse. Available for group presentations.

• Taxi Voucher Service: Provides coupons for discounted taxicab service within the county to persons 55 years and older and people 18 or older with disabilities who meet the

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• Telephone Reassurance: Provides daily telephone calls to seniors who may be frail, isolated or living alone. Volunteers check in with senior clients 365 days a year, and clients may call ahead to a 24hour message line to inform volunteers of schedule changes. In case of emergencies, all clients authorize volunteers

to confirm their well-being by consulting neighbors, family or county police.

• Transportation: Provides rides to seniors age 55 and over and adults with disabilities age 18 and over to senior centers, nutrition sites, medical appointments and for other purposes. Wheelchair vans are available. Reservations required.

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gate Housing services sites.

Offers public information to professionals, proprietors and consumers about regulatory requirements and housing options for seniors and those with disabilities. Works collaboratively with Adult Protective Services and the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program to protect the rights and welfare of vulnerable adults residing in community-based settings.

• Legal Assistance: Provides services to eligible seniors via a contract with the Legal Aid Bureau.

• Life Enrichment Program: Provides weekly visits to residents of nursing homes and assisted living sites. Volunteers of all ages share time each week to enrich older persons’ lives. Pets on Wheels and Mom and Me are complementary visitation approaches that operate under the same program.

• Medicaid Waiver Program: A statewide program, it provides services to eligible individuals 50 and older to enable them to remain in the community either in their own homes or in assisted living facilities rather than in nursing homes.

Medical, financial and technical qualifications must be met.

• National Family Caregiver Support Program: Provides

services and support to caregivers caring for loved ones 60 years of age or older or grandparents and relative caregivers age 55 and older who have responsibility for children up to age 18. Services include information, assistance, caregiver training, family counseling, support groups, respite for caregivers and supplemental services. Educational workshops and support groups also are available to caregivers regardless of the age of the care recipient.

• Ombudsman Program (Resident Advocate): Receives and resolves complaints made by or for residents of long term care facilities. Advocates for residents’ rights and qual-

ity care. Educates public on long-term care facilities and services. Protects identity of residents and individuals who make complaints. Promotes volunteer opportunities.

• Respite Care Referral Program: Maintains a registry of screened and trained selfemployed home care workers.

Workers are available during day, evening and nighttime hours to provide assistance to the elderly, ill, frail or those with disabilities in their homes. Services provided are determined by the family’s need and may include personal care as well as light housekeeping. There is no charge for the referral service. This is a self-pay program; clients and

workers negotiate the fee.

• Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP): Part of a national network of senior volunteers, cooperates with county schools, libraries, museums, departments of aging, state and county police, local hospitals, environmental projects and other agencies to develop meaningful, satisfying volunteer opportunities for seniors.

• Senior Centers and Nutrition Sites: Offer a wide range of educational programs, recreational activities, health screenings, nutritious noontime meals and access to information and services for (See SENIORS, Page 85)

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supplemental options, Medicare Advantage options and Medicare Part D options. Provides guidance with making an informed decision regarding long-term care insurance.

Available for group presentations.

• Home Delivered Meals: One hot and one cold meal are delivered each weekday

by Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland to homebound persons including seniors who are unable to shop or cook for themselves. Fees are on a sliding scale.

• Housing Assistance: Regulates and offers technical assistance to Assisted Living Facilities; administers a subsidy to financially and functionally eligible residents residing in these ALFs. Helps coordinate quality assurance at Congre(See SENIORS, Page 84)

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through assistance with activities of daily living and advocacy for services that promote choice and safeguard their dignity as they age in place.

• Senior Care: Provides inhome services and case management for frail elderly age 65 or older and individuals with disabilities so that they may continue living in their own homes. Financial and medical criteria must be met.

Special programs include the Congregational Liaison and the Diabetic programs.

• Senior Center Plus: Provides specialized activities for frail older adults in four of the county’s seven senior centers.

Special staff is available to a small group of seniors who may have impairments, but do not require medical intervention, to help them maneuver the busy center environment.

This is a fee-for-service program.

• FEAST (Senior Nutrition Program): Operates many nutrition sites in the county. The acronym stands for “Friends Eating and Socializing Together.”

• Foster Grandparent Program: Is an intergenerational volunteer program that engages income-eligible persons 55 and older to mentor children with exceptional needs. Volunteers give back to the community by helping to guide and support children by serving 20 to 40 hours at Head Start centers, family support centers, public schools and other youth facilities. Eligible volunteers receive a tax-free stipend.

• Friendly Visitors: Provides weekly friendly volunteer visitors to isolated homebound residents of the county who are 55 or older or adults with disabilities. No hands-on care is given. Volunteers are recruited, trained and supported.

• Health Insurance Counseling (SHIP, Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program): Provides health insurance assistance and information to Medicare-eligible persons and their families. Staff and trained volunteers assist clients with understanding Medicare benefits, Medicare (See SENIORS, Page 67)

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Seniors and adults with disabilities can access a variety of programs from -the Anne Arundel County Department -of Aging and Disabilities, including .classes, services and events at seven senior activity centers and 19 activity/ -nutrition sites. s Visit www.aacounty.org/aging or .call 410-222-4464 for information on services and programs. Also see the an-nual publication, Services for Seniors, Adults with Disabilities and Caregivers, online or obtain a free copy at the Department, senior centers, libraries, and -other county sites. The department is -located at 2666 Riva Road, fourth floor, .Annapolis.

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All senior centers provide educational, recreational and professional services. Individual schedules are available each month.

• Annapolis Senior Activity Center, 119 S. Villa Ave., Annapolis. 410-2221818. annapoliscenter@aacounty.org.

• Arnold Senior Activity Center, 44 Church Road, Arnold. 410-222-1922. arnoldcenter@aacounty.org.

• Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center, 202 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. 410-222-6847. bpcenter@aacounty. org.

• O’Malley Senior Activity Center & Annex, 1275 Odenton Road, Odenton.

410-222-6227. omalleycenter@aacounty. org.

• Pasadena Senior Activity Center, 4103 Mountain Road, Pasadena. 410-2220030. pasadenacenter@aacounty.org.

• Pascal Senior Activity Center, 125 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6680. pascalcenter@aacounty.org.

• South County Senior Activity Center, 27 Stepneys Lane, Edgewater.

410-222-1927. southcenter@aacounty.org.

Selected programs Maryland Access Point (MAP) offers “one-stop shopping” to senior citizens and adults with disabilities of Anne Arundel County and those concerned with their needs, welfare, and questions. Senior information and assistance specialists are the single source of reliable, current information, assistance and follow-up. This is the confidential gateway to support services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Senior infomation and assistance specialists help define problem areas and determines eligibility for needed services.

It also acts as an advocate for the senior and educates the public about senior issues and available resources.

• Adult Evaluation and Review Service: Provides comprehensive nursing and psychosocial evaluation. Develops client care plans, identifies needs, and makes referrals to appropriate services to help individuals function as independently as possible.

• Adult Public Guardianship: Provides court-ordered guardianship services for some incompetent individuals 65 and older who have no family or friends to assume responsibility for

medical care and decisions. Program staff members provide education and information about alternatives to public and private guardianship and health care powers of attorney.

• Americans with Disabilities Act Office: Coordinates and serves as a resource for Anne Arundel County government programs and facilities to ensure accessibility and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Serves as a resource for other private sector ADA and Federal Fair Housing issues. ADA office staff support and participate in the Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues.

• In Home Aide Services: A Department of Social Services program, IHAS is managed by the Department of Aging and Disabilities. It provides personal care, chore and respite services for frail elderly adults and clients ages 18 and older who have disabilities.

• Medical Assistance Personal Care Services Program: A federally funded program that supports residents of Anne Arundel County who have Medical Assistance and are elderly, have disabilities, and/or are chronically ill (See SENIORS, Page 66)

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us, D-Linthicum. 410-841-3372. ted.sophocleus@house.state. md.us.

• Sen. Bryan W. Simonaire, R-Pasadena. 410-841-3658. bryan. simonaire@senate.state.md.us.

• Del. Don H. Dwyer Jr., RPasadena. 410-841-3047. don. dwyer@house.state.md.us.

• Del. Nicholaus R. Kipke, R-Pasadena 410-841-3421. nicholaus.kipke@house.state.md.us.

• Del. Steven R. Schuh, R-Gibson Island. 410-841-3206. steve.schuh@house.state.md.us.

DISTRICT 33 • Sen. Edward R. Reilly, RCrofton. 410-841-3568. edward. reilly@senate.state.md.us.

• Del. Tony McConkey, RSeverna Park.

410-841-3406. tony.mcconkey@house.state. md.us.

• Del. Cathleen M. Vitale, R-Severna Park. 410-841-3510. cathy.vitale@house.state.md.us.

• Del. Robert A. Costa, RDeale.

410-841-3551. robert. costa@house.state.md.us.

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DISTRICT 32 • Sen. James E. DeGrange Sr., D-Glen Burnie. 410-841-3593. james.degrange@senate.state. md.us.

• Del. Pamela G. Beidle, D-Linthicum.

410-841-3370. pamela.beidle@house.state. md.us.

• Del. Mary Ann Love, DGlen Burnie.

410-841-3511. maryann.love@house.state. md.us.

• Del. Theodore J. Sophocle-

State agencies

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Natural Resources Police Officer James Seward checks a waterman’s ID while the boat works the waters near St. • Department of Agriculture: Michaels on the Eastern Shore.

Secretary Earl F. Hance. 410841-5881. mda.maryland.gov.

410-269-2840. www.elections. 410-260-1500. www.courts.state.

• Department of Assess- state.md.us. md.us. ments and Taxation: Director • Department of Housing • Court of Special Appeals: Robert E. Young. 410-767-1184. and Community DevelopChief Judge Peter B. Krauser. www.dat.state.md.us.

Secretary Raymond ment: 410-260-1500. www.courts.state.

• Comptroller Peter FranSkinner.

410-514-7000. md.us/cosappeals. chot: 410-260-7980. www.comp. A. • Department of Natural Rewww.dhcd.maryland.gov. state.md.us.

• Court of Appeals: Chief sources: Secretary Joseph P. • Board of Elections: Administrator Linda H. Lamone. Judge Mary Ellen Barbera. Gill. 1-877-224-7229. www.dnr.

state.md.us.

• Secretary of State: John P. McDonough. 410-974-5521. www.sos.state.md.us.

• Department of Veterans Affairs: Secretary Edward Chow Jr. 410-260-3838. www.mdva.state.md.us.

• Department of Transportation: Secretary James T. “Jim” Smith. 410-865-1000. www.mdot.maryland.gov.

• Motor Vehicle Administration: Administrator John T. Kuo. 410-768-7000. www.mva. maryland.gov.

• Department of Aging: Secretary Gloria G. Lawlah. 410767-1100. www.aging.maryland. gov.

• Department of Business and Economic Development: Secretary Dominick Murray.

410-767-6300. www.choosemaryland.org.

• Department of Education: Superintendent Lilliam M. Lowery. 410-767-0600. www. marylandpublicschools.org.

• Department of the Environment: Secretary Robert M. Summers. 410-537-3000. www. mde.state.md.us.

• Department of General Services: Secretary Alvin C. Collins. 800-449-4347. www.dgs. maryland.gov.

• Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: Secretary Joshua M. Sharfstein. 410-7676500. www.dhmh.maryland.gov.

• Department of Human Resources: Secretary Theodore Dallas. 800-332-6347. www.dhr. state.md.us.

• Department of Juvenile Services: Secretary Sam Abed.

888-639-7499. www.djs.state. md.us.

• Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation: Secretary Leonard J. Howie III. 410-230-6001. www.dllr.state. md.us.

• Department of Planning: Secretary Richard E. Hall. 410767-4500. www.mdp.state.md.us.

• Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services: Secretary Gary D. Maynard. 410-339-5000. www.dpscs. state.md.us.

• State Police: Col. Marcus L. Brown, secretary. 410-4863101. www.mdsp.org.

• Attorney General: Douglas F. Gansler. 410-576-6300. www. oag.state.md.us.

• Energy Administration: Acting Director Abigail Ross Hopper. 410-260-7655. www.energy.maryland.gov.

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hood immunizations and AIDS testing, are free. Others, such as cancer screening, family planning, dental health, maternity care and the WIC food program, have either a small fee or request payment on a sliding scale.

Birth certificates can be obtained for anyone born in Maryland after 1942 at the J. Howard Beard Health Services Building for a $30 fee. 410-2224462.

Geriatric health services are available by calling the Department of Aging and Disabilities at 410-222-4464.

Smoking cessation and cancer information is available through the Learn to Live Line at 410-222-7979.

Health centers • Annapolis Health Center, 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis. 410-222-7381.

• Brooklyn Park Health Center, 300 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. 410-222-6620.

• Glen Burnie Health Center, 416 A St. SW, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6633.

• Magothy Health Center, 2501 Mountain Road, Pasadena. 410-222-6640. The clinic’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Program can be reached at 410-222-6180.

• North County Health Services Center, 791 Aquahart Road, Suite 200, Glen Burnie.

410-222-6625.

• Parole Health Center, 1950 Drew St., Annapolis. 410222-7247.

Family services The county’s Health Department offers individual, group and family therapy for children and adolescents, as well as psychiatric evaluations, psychological testing, medication management, crisis intervention, addictions assessment, treatment and referrals for adolescents.

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, 122 N. Langley Road, Glen Burnie.

410-222-6785.

• Adolescent Addiction Services, 122 N. Langley Road, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6725.

Crisis hotline The county provides crisis intervention and advocacy services for child and adult victims of sexual assault, as well as a crisis hotline with 24-hour telephone crisis intervention counseling and referral services at 410-222-RAPE (7273).

Federal officials REPRESENTATIVES • C.A Dutch Ruppersberger, D-District 2. 410-628-2701. www.dutch.house.gov.

• John P. Sarbanes, DDistrict 3.

410-295-1679. www.sarbanes.house.gov.

• Donna F. Edwards, DDistrict 4. www.donnaedwards. house.gov. 301-516-7601.

• Steny H. Hoyer, D-District 5.

301-843-1577. www.hoyer. house.gov.

SENATORS • Benjamin L. Cardin, D-Md. 410-962-4436. www.cardin. senate.gov.

• Barbara A. Mikulski, D-Md. 410-962-4436. www.mikulski. senate.gov.

State officials • Gov. Martin O’Malley, Democrat. 410-974-3901. www. gov.state.md.us.

• Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, Democrat.

410-974-3901. www.governor.maryland.gov/ ltgovernor.

State legislators Information about senators and delegates can be found at www.mgaleg.maryland.gov.

DISTRICT 21 • Sen. James C. Rosapepe, D-College Park. 410-841-3141 or 301-0858-3141. jim.rosapepe@ senate.state.md.us.

• Del. Benjamin S. Barnes, D-College Park. 410-841-3046 or 301-858-3046. ben.barnes@house. state.md.us.

• Del. Barbara A. Frush, DBeltsville. 410-841-3114 or 301858-3114. barbara.frush@house. state.md.us.

• Del. Joseline A. PenaMelnyk, D-College Park. 410841-3502 or 301-858-3342. joseline.pena.melnyk@house.state. md.us.

DISTRICT 30 Sen. John C. Astle, DAnnapolis. 410-841-3578. john.

astle@senate.state.md.us.

House Speaker Michael E. Busch, D-Annapolis. 410-8413800. michael.busch@house. state.md.us.

Del. Ronald A. George, R-Arnold.

410-841-3439. ron.george@house.state.md.us.

Del. Herbert H. McMillan, R-Annapolis. 410-841-3211. herb.

mcmillan@house.state.md.us.

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ment, 2620 Riva Road, Annapolis 21401. 410-573-5400.

• The Annapolis Outreach Center at the Stanton Community Center, 92 W. Washington St., Annapolis. 443-481-3599.

• AAMC Community Health Center, 1419 Forest Drive, Suite 100, Annapolis. 410-9900050.

• Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 301 Hospital Drive, Glen Burnie. 410-7874000. www.mybwmc.org.

Satellites: Baltimore Washington Women’s Health Associates, 7556 Teague Road, Suite 430, Hanover. 410-553-8260; 203 Hospital Drive, Suite 308, Glen Burnie.

410-553-8260; 4231 Postal Court, Suite 102, Pasadena. 410-4371000.

County services Anne Arundel County De-

partment of Health, J. Howard Beard Health Services Building, 3 Harry S Truman Parkway, Annapolis. 410-2227095. Website: www.aahealth. org.

Services include a clinic and school health division, community health, mental health and addictions services, environmental health and health information and promotion.

Community services available include family planning, maternity services, pregnancy testing, the WIC nutrition program, immunizations, injury prevention, tuberculosis testing, dental health, children’s audiology, vision and hearing testing, anonymous HIV and AIDS testing, cervical cancer screening, clinical breast exams, Healthy Start programs, substance abuse prevention and Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program applications.

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Kerry Simon of Pasadena receives a flu shot from Community Health Nurse Donna Barnabe at Glen Burnie Health Center’s weekly walk-in clinic.

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6600. Registers voters, stores financial disclosure records of candidates and administers elections.

• Ethics Commission: 410-222-4412.

Maintains financial disclosure forms for officials and investigates complaints.

• Fire Department: 410-222-8300.

• Fire Marshal’s Office: 410-222-7884.

• Department of Inspections and Permits: 410-222-7790.

Courts

• District Courthouse in Annapolis.

410-260-1370. www.courts.state.md.us/ district.

• District Courthouse in Glen Burnie.

410-260-1800. www.courts.state. md.us/district.

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• Anne Arundel County Public Defender. 410-295-8800. www.opd.state. md.us/Districts/Dist7.aspx.

• U.S. Attorney’s Office. 410-209-4800. www.justice.gov/usao/md.

• Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office. 410-222-1571. www.aacounty.org/ SHERIFF. • U.S. District Court in Baltimore.

410-962-2600. www.mdd.uscourts.gov.

• U.S. District Court in Greenbelt.

301-344-0660. www.mdd.uscourts.gov.

• Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.

804-916-2700. www.ca4.uscourts.gov.

Find a place of worship African Methodist Episcopal Second District, A.M.E, 1134 11th St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20001. 202-8423788. www.2ndamec.org.

Baha’i Baha’i Faith of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, 108 Simms Drive, Annapolis 21401. 410-268-5776.

Baptist Baptist Convention of Maryland/ Delaware, 10255 Old Columbia Road, Columbia 21046 or Arundel Baptist Asso-

ciation, 8385 Jumpers Hole Road, Millersville. 1-800-466-5290. www.bcmd.org.

United Baptist Missionary Convention of Maryland, 5124 Greenwich Ave., Baltimore. www.ubmcofmd.com.

Episcopal The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, 4 E. University Parkway. 410-467-1399. www.episcopalmaryland.org.

Anne Arundel Conference of the Delaware-Maryland Synod, 575 Charles St., Ste. 202, Baltimore. 410-230-2860. www.demdsynod.org.

Islamic Islamic Society of Annapolis, 814 Brandy Farms Lane, Gambrills. 410-7215880.

Jewish Congregation Kol Shalom, 1909 Hidden Meadow Lane, Annapolis. 410-2666006. www.kolshalomannapolis.org.

Congregation Kneseth Israel, 1125 Spa Road, Annapolis. 410-263-3924. www.congki-annapolis.org.

Temple Beth Shalom, 1461 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Arnold. 410-757-0552. www.annapolistemple.org.

Mormon The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1875 Ritchie Highway, Annapolis. 410-757-4173. www.lds.org.

Presbyterian

Presbytery of Baltimore, 5400 Loch Raven Blvd., Baltimore. 410-433-2012. www. baltimorepresbytery.org.

Quaker Annapolis Friends Meeting, 351 Dubois Road, Annapolis. 410-573-0364. www.quaker.org/annapolis.

Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Baltimore, 320 Cathedral St., Baltimore. 410-547-5555. www.archbalt.org.

Unitarian Universalist Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis, 333 Dubois Road, Annapolis.

410-266-8044. www.uuannapolis.org.

United Methodist Annapolis Conference of the Baltimore Washington Conference, 11711 East Market Place, Fulton. 1-800-492-2525. www.bwcumc.org.

Hospitals

Anne Arundel Medical Center, 2001 Medical Parkway, Annapolis. 443-4811000. www.aahs.org.

Satellite centers: • AAMC Health Services — Kent Island. 1630 Main St., Chester. 410-6042000.

• Pathways Alcohol & Drug Treat(See OFFICIALS, Page 62)

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Guide to public officials, departments, services and organizations County officials • County Executive Laura Neuman, R-Annapolis. 410-2221821. lneuman@aacounty.org.

• Council Chairman Jerry Walker, R-Gambrills. 410-2226890. jerry.walker@aacounty.

org.

• Council Vice Chairman John J. Grasso, R-Glen Burnie. 410-222-6890. john.grasso@ aacounty.org.

• Councilman Peter Smith, D-Severn. 410-222-6890. peter. smith@aacounty.org.

• Councilman Derek J. Fink, R-Pasadena. 410-222-6890. dfink@aacounty.org.

• Councilman James Benoit, D-Crownsville. 410-222-6890. james.benoit@aacounty.org.

• Councilman Dick Ladd, R-Severna Park. 410-222-6890.

dladd@aacounty.org.

• Councilman Chris Trumbauer, D-Annapolis. 410-2226890. ctrumbauer@aacounty. org.

County departments Information can be found at www.aacounty.org.

• Administrative Hearing Office: 410-222-1266. Holds hearings about changes in land use.

• Department of Aging and Disabilities: 410-222-4464. Operates senior centers and provides adult education and vocational training.

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library system operating budget was also increased from $19 million to $20.5 million.

The county’s library system saw a 17 percent hit to its budgets during the depths of the

College: 410-777-2222. Provides adult education and vocational training.

• Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation: 410-767-1184. A state agency that assesses property values.

• Board of Appeals: 410-2221119. Reviews land-use cases appealed from the hearing officer and personnel rulings appealed from county agencies.

• Board of Education: 410222-5000. Operates county public schools. www.aacps.org.

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recession, said library spokeswoman Laurie Hayes. Funding cuts led the system to eliminate weekday morning hours for every day except Wednesday.

Thanks to new funding in fiscal 2014, Hayes said, you can check out a book from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in any branch.

“As the economy has improved and the leadership of the county has changed, we’re pretty happy with where we’re sitting right now,” she said.

Hospitals

The county’s two hospitals are still economic pillars in Anne Arundel. Baltimore Washington Medical Center in Glen Burnie posted an operating revenue of $383.7 million in fiscal 2012, while Anne Arundel Medical Center took in $578.6 million in total operating revenue that year.

However, lower reimbursement rates and federal spending cuts have led Anne Arundel’s hospitals to trim their budgets. BWMC has deferred capital spending and put construction projects on hold, said Hospital Spokesman Kevin Cservek.

AAMC plans to cut expenses by $28 million during fiscal 2014. The 4,000-employee hospital hopes to reduce total costs by 6 percent through the moves, said Chad Dillard, an AAMC spokesman.

“We will find ways to become more efficient,” Dillard said.

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AT A GLANCE 1. Chesapeake Arts Center: The Brooklyn Park facility includes the 816-seat Hammonds Lane Theatre.

2. Hancock’s Resolution: Drift back to life on an 18thcentury farm that includes a house, dry goods store and milk house.

3. Sandy Point State Park: Catch some rays on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. 4. Anne Arundel Community College: The college is based in Arnold and had 10,051 full-time equivalent students in fiscal 2013.

5. Historic London Town & Gardens features the circa 1760 William Brown House and an ongoing archaeological search of the “lost town” of London.

6. Captain Salem Avery Museum: Learn about 19th century Chesapeake Bay watermen at this National Register of Historic Places site.

7. Chesapeake Beach Water Park: Splish, splash your way to fun at this waterpark.

8. Ego Alley: Check out the boats — big and small — at Annapolis’ City Dock.

9. State House: George Washington resigned his commission in Annapolis in 1783.

10. Naval Academy: Founded in 1845, its famous alumni include 52 astronauts and 73 Medal of Honor recipients.

11. Galesville Heritage Museum: Contains artifacts from the surrounding south county community that has been a center of commerce since Quakers settled there in 1651.

12. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: The nonprofit hosts environmental education programs in addition to conducting research on the Chesapeake Bay. 13. Maryland Renaissance Festival: Shakespeare, jousting and turkey drumsticks help draw 250,000 attendees annually.

14. Maryland Sunrise Farm: Corn maze in season, school field trips on largest parcel of certified organic land in Maryland.

15. Fort George G. Meade is the largest employer in the county with more than 56,000 jobs.

16. B&A Trail stretches 13 miles from Glen Burnie to Annapolis.

17. Maryland Live! is the largest casino in the state with more than 4,000 slot machines.

18. BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport: Nearly 22.7 million passengers passed through the airport in 2012.

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mediation program, a speaker series for parenting advice and foreclosure mediation programs.

The county Circuit Court cut costs by moving its’ speaker series online and digitizing records, Hofstedt said. Some of the other services have also started to come back, he said.

“We’re starting to put back in place some of those services that were put on hold or replaced in the last couple of years,” Hofstedt said.

Libraries Even a librarian would have to shout with glee about the funding added back to the county’s library budget in 2013. The County Council approved close to $750,000 in fiscal 2014 to expand Sunday hours for the 15 branches of the Anne Arundel County Public Library. The (See PUBLIC, Page 60)

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By JACK LAMBERT jlambert@capgaznews.com Pop the champagne and order a steak: the economy is back.

Well, not all the way back. The Dow Jones Industrial average may be at least 7,000 points higher than five years ago. But Anne Arundel County unemployment is still hovering at postrecession levels of 6 percent and sequestration cut funding for public housing and other county programs.

The county’s public institutions took a hit in the recession. Courthouses and libraries cut hours for staff and programs. Even hospitals have been forced to tighten their belts due to the economy.

Anne Arundel County’s public institutions, in general, say they have recovered from the

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Anne Arundel Medical Center opened a $424 million patient tower in April 2011.

depths of the recession. A full return to economic health, however, will still take some time.

Here’s how the economy has affected some of the county’s public institutions:

Courthouse A struggling economy made grant funding difficult for Anne Arundel County Circuit Court, said court administrator Douglas M. Hofstedt.

The court received money from the Family Services Division from the state Administrative Office of the Court to run certain county programs.

The money helped fund a self-help center for legal advice in family law cases in the county, Hofstedt said. It also financed a foreclosure (See PUBLIC, Page 57)

Baltimore Washington Medical Center’s $31 million operating room expansion was completed in September 2011.

The Anne Arundel County Sheriff’s Office was established in 1650 and is the county’s first law enforcement agency.

St. Anne’s Parish in Annapolis’ Church Circle can trace its roots to the 1690s.

The Anne Arundel County library system’s homework assistance program includes live online chats with tutors.

The fiscal 2014 Anne Arundel County operating budget increased 7 percent over 2013 to $1.3 billion.

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Nine things to know about the Naval Academy

By TIM PRATT tpratt@capgaznews.com The Naval Academy in Annapolis was founded in 1845 in an old Army post, Fort Severn. It has grown to fill a 338-acre campus nicknamed

the Yard.

The school is two blocks from the downtown city market in one direction, and the same distance from the State House in the other. Here are nine things to know about the

Naval Academy: • Have your identification when visiting. It’s required to get through security.

• The Naval Academy Museum contains artifacts and documents, including a renowned collection of model ships.

• John Paul Jones, one of the country’s first naval heroes, is buried in a vault beneath the Naval Academy Chapel sanctuary.

• The Naval Academy Class of 2013 graduated 1,047 men and women.

• Minorities made up 31 percent of the Class of 2013, making it the most diverse graduating class in academy history.

• Women were first admitted to the academy in 1976, and to-

day make up about 21 percent of the student population.

• Naval Academy students cannot be married.

• Midshipmen can withdraw after the first two years without penalty. About 85 percent of midshipmen complete the four-year program.

• The brigade’s lunchtime formation in the spring and fall is a popular attraction. It occurs, weather permitting, at about 12:05 p.m. weekdays in Tecumseh Court in front of Bancroft Hall.

For more information, visit www.usna.edu. www.twitter.com/TPratt_ Capital

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• St. John’s Nursery School of Linthicum, Linthicum. Preschool. 410-859-1812. Website: www.sjlc.org.

• St. John the Evangelist School, Severna Park. Kindergarten through grade 8. 410-6472283. Website: www.stjohnsp. org/school.

• St. Margaret’s Day School, Annapolis. Preschool and kindergarten. 410-757-2333. Website: stmargarets.diomd.org.

• St. Martin’s in-the-Field Episcopal School, Severna Park. Nursery school through grade 8. 410-647-7055. Website: www.stmartinsdayschool.org.

• St. Mary’s Elementary School, Annapolis. Kindergarten through grade 8. 410-2632869. Website: www.stmarysannapolis.org/ESAnnouncements.

• St. Mary’s High School, Annapolis. Grades 9 through 12. 410-263-3294. Website: www. stmarysannapolis.org/HSAn-

nouncements.

• St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Glen Burnie. Preschool through grade 8. 410-766-5790.

Website: www.stpaulslutheranschoolgb.org.

• Wee Lad & Lassie Early Learning Center, Arnold. Preschool and kindergarten. 410647-2178. Website: www.weeladandlassie.com.

• Weems Creek Nursery School and Kindergarten, Annapolis. Preschool and kindergarten. Website: www.weemscreeknurseryschool.com.

• Woods Child Development Center, Severna Park. Preschool and child care. 410-6479168. Website: www.woodscdc. org.

• The Young School Early Education Program, Gambrills.

Preschool. 410-451-7170. Website: www.youngschool.com.

Publicly funded special schools • The Children’s Guild, located in Monarch Academy, Glen Burnie. Grades 1 through 8. 410-269-7600. Website: www.

childrensguild.org.

• Hannah More at Severn River Middle School, Arnold.

Grades 6 through 8. 410-5440922. Website: www.hannahmore.org/SevernRiver.html.

• Hannah More at Severna Park High School, Severna Park. Grades 9 through 12. 410544-0900. Website: www.hannahmore.org/SevernaPark.html • The Harbour School, Annapolis. Grades 1 through 12.

410-974-4248. Website: www.harbourschool.org.

• Kennedy Krieger at Southern High School, Harwood.

Grades 9 through 12. 410-8677100.

Website: www.kennedykrieger.org.

• The Pathways School Pasadena.

Anne Arundel, Grades 9 through 12. 410-2951539. Website: www.pathwayschools.org.

• Ridge School of Anne Arundel County, Crownsville.

Grades 8 through 12. 301-2514500, ext. 2. Website: www.adventistbehavioralhealth.com/ ABH. • Summit School, Edgewater.

Grades 1 through 8. 410-798-

0005. Website: mitschool.org.

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AACPS The public school system is the fifth largest in Maryland, and among the 50 largest school systems in the country.

School system offices are located at 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. 410-222-5000.

Website: www.aacps.org.

Phone numbers: • Athletics: 410-222-5463.

• Budget Information: 410-2225150.

• Bus Transportation: 410-2222910.

• Business Partnerships: 410222-5370.

• Career & Technology Education: 410-222-5490.

• Child Find: 410-766-6662.

• Curriculum: 410-222-5401.

• Deputy Superintendent: 410222-5191.

• Employee Relations: 410-2225086.

• External Diploma Program for Adults: 410-789-2171.

• Grants: 410-222-5370.

• Human Resources: 410-2225061.

• Immunizations: 410-222-6838.

• Infants and Toddlers: 410222-6911.

• Legal Services: 410-222-5345.

• Library Media Services: 410-222-1020.

• Lunch/Breakfast: 410-2225900.

• Maintenance: 410-255-2535.

• Operations: 410-360-0138.

• Planning/Construction: 410439-5658.

• Public Information: 410-2225312.

• School Safety and Security: 410-222-5083.

• Special Education: 410-2225410.

• Summer and Evening High Schools: 410-222-5384.

• Staff Attorney: 410-222-5305, 5306.

• Student Data: 410-222-5153.

• Student Government: 410222-5405.

• Student Services: 410-2225320.

• Superintendent of Schools: 410-222-5304.

• Testing: 410-222-5147.

• Title I: 410-222-5444.

• Volunteer Programs, CAC and PTA: 410-222-5414.

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410-684-2601. Website: www. goddardschool.com/baltimore/ hanover-teague-road-md.

• Goddard School of Pasadena, Pasadena. Infant care, preschool and after-school care.

410-439-9655. Website: www.goddardschool.com/baltimore/pasadena-magothy-beach-road-md.

• Harundale Presbyterian Weekday School, Glen Burnie.

Preschool. 410-766-4338. Website: www.myhpws.org.

• Heritage Learning Center, Heritage Baptist Church, Annapolis. Preschool. 410-263-5153.

Website: www.heritagebaptistonline.com/learning-center/ main.

• Indian Creek School, lower school, Crownsville. Preschool through grade 8. 410-923-3660.

Website: www.indiancreekschool.org.

• Indian Creek School, upper school, Crownsville. Grades 9 through 12. 410-849-5151. Website: www.indiancreekschool. org.

• Joy In Learning, Annapolis.

Preschool. 410-974-0206. Website: www.joyinlearningchildcare. com.

• Joy In Learning, Glen Burnie. Preschool. 410-760-3253.

Website: www.joyinlearningchildcare.com.

• The Key School, Annapolis. Preschool through grade 12.

410-263-9231. Website: www.keyschool.org.

• Kids’ Farm, Davidsonville.

Preschool. 410-798-5573. Website: daycaredavidsonvillemd.com.

• KinderCare, locations in Arnold (410-544-2338); Pasadena (410-437-4720); Severna Park (410-647-7424); and Gambrills (410-721-0690). Preschool, prekindergarten, kindergarten and child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. www.kindercare.com.

• Learning Tree Preschool and Child Development Center, Annapolis. Preschool, infant and child care. 410-573-9300.

Website: www.learningtreecdc. net.

• London Towne Academy, Edgewater. Preschool and kindergarten. 410-798-5128. Website: www.londontowneacademy.org/ home.htm.

• Magothy Cooperative Preschool, Pasadena.

Preschool. 410-360-0292. Website: 68.48.80.232/magothy.

• Mayo Nursery School, Edgewater. Preschool. 410-7986255. Website: www.mayonurseryschool.com.

• Montessori International Children’s House, Annapolis.

Preschool through grade 6. 410757-7789. Website: www.montessoriinternational.org.

• Newbury School, Gambrills. Infants through preschool. 410-721-7211. Website: www.newburyschool.com.

• Pasadena Early Learning Center, Pasadena. Preschool.

410-647-0006. Website: www.pasadenaearlylearningcenter.com.

• Play and Learn at Annapolis. Infant care through kindergarten. 410-263-4029. Website: www.playcenters.org/psk-loca-

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• Play and Learn at Community Place, Crownsville.

Preschool and kindergarten.

410-987-3312. Website: www.playcenters.org/psk-locations.html.

• Saint Andrew’s Day School, Edgewater. Preschool through grade 8. 410-266-0952.

Website: www.standrewsum. org/Home.html.

• Severn School Lower, Arnold. Preschool through grade

5. 410-647-7700. Website: www. severnschool.com/home.

• Severn School Upper and Middle, Severna Park. Grades 6 through 12. 410-647-7700. Website: www.severnschool.com/ home.

• Severna Park Children’s Centre Inc., Pasadena. Prekindergarten, nursery school and after-school care. 410-647-3504.

Website: www.spcckids.com.

• Severna Park United Meth-

odist Church Nursery School, Severna Park. Preschool. 410987-8339. Website: www.severnaparkumc.org.

• South County Pre-Kindergarten Co-op, Davidsonville.

Preschool. 410-798-5650. Website: www.myscpc.org.

• St. Anne’s School of Annapolis, Annapolis. Preschool through grade 8. 410-263-8650.

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410-268-3812. Website: calumc. org.

• Cape Kids’ Corner, Cape St. Claire United Methodist Church, Annapolis. Preschool, day care, before- and after-care for kindergartners at Cape St. Claire Elementary.

410-7572271. Website: www.capeumc. org/395377.

• Chesapeake Montessori School, Annapolis. Preschool through grade 6. 410-757-4740.

Website: www.chesapeake-montessori.com.

• Children’s World Learning Center, Fort George G. Meade.

Kindergarten.

410-674-0051. www.kindercare.com/our-centers/fort-meade/md/000285.

• Colonial Nursery School, Annapolis. 410-266-8064. Preschool. Website: www.colonialnurseryschool.org.

• Community Christian Preschool and Kindergarten, Pasadena. 410-255-9250. No website available.

• Creative Beginnings Pre-

school and Kindergarten, College Parkway Baptist Church, Arnold. 410-647-9224. Website: www.collegeparkwaybaptist. net/cbp.

• Creative Garden Learning Centers of Annapolis, Crofton and Glen Burnie. Infant care, preschool and kindergarten.

410-268-0900. Website: www.creativegardenschools.com • Crofton Day School, Crofton. Preschool. 410-721-8131.

Website: www.croftonday.org.

• Crofton Nursery School Inc., Crofton. Preschool. 410721-0881. Website: croftonnurseryschool.com.

• Eagle Cove School, Pasadena. Preschool through grade 5. 410-255-5370. Website: www. eaglecoveschool.org.

• Edinboro Early School, Severna Park. Preschool and kindergarten. 410-544-2476. Website: www.edinboroearlyschool. org/pages/932915/index.htm.

• Gilman School, 5407 Roland Ave., Baltimore. 410-323-3800.

Website: www.gilman.edu.

• Goddard School at Arundel Mills, Hanover. Infant, toddler, (See SCHOOLS, Page 50)

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• Southern Middle School, Lothian. 410-222-1659. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ Middle/Sms.asp.

• Deale Elementary School, Deale. 410-222-1695. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Des.asp.

• Lothian Elementary School, Lothian. 410-222-1697.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Lothes.asp.

• Shady Side Elementary School, Shady Side. 410-2221621. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Shadyses.asp.

• Tracey’s Elementary School, Tracys Landing. 410222-1633. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Traceyes.asp.

Charter schools • Chesapeake Science Point, Hanover. 443-757-5277.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/charter/csp.asp.

• Monarch Academy, Glen Burnie. 410-760-2072. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ charter/monarch.asp.

Evening centers Anne Arundel Evening High Schools. 410-222-5384. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ OtherEducationalCenters/ evehs.asp.Annapolis campus, 2700 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401. 410-224-2924.

• Glen Burnie campus, 7550 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Glen Burnie, MD 21060. 410-7613664.

• Meade campus, 1110 Clark Road, Fort George G. Meade, MD 20755. 410-674-7415.

• Severna Park campus, 60 Robinson Road, Severna Park, MD 21146. 410-544-0182.

• South River campus, 201 Central Ave. E., Edgewater, MD 21037. 410-956-0462.

Other programs, centers • Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, Millersville.

410-222-3822. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Arlecho.asp.

• Camp Woodlands, Annapolis. 410-222-5825. Website: www. arlingtonecho.org/education/ camp-woodlands.html.

• Carrie Weedon Science Center, Galesville. 410-222-1625.

Website: www.carrieweedon. org.

• Center of Applied Technology-North, Severn. 410-969-3100.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Catn.asp.

• Center of Applied Technology-South, Edgewater. 410-9565900. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Cats.asp.

• Central Special, Edgewater. 410-956-5885. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Centrlsp.asp.

• Child Find Program, c/o Marley Glen. 410-766-6662. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Marglen.asp.

• External Diploma Program, Brooklyn Park. 410-789-2171.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Exdprog.asp.

• Infants and Toddlers Program, c/o Point Pleasant Elementary School, Glen Burnie.

410-222-6911. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/infant.asp.

• J. Albert Adams Academy, Annapolis. 410-222-1639.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Adams.asp.

• Marley Glen, Glen Burnie.

410-222-6940. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Marglen.asp.

• Mary Moss Academy, Crownsville. 410-222-3836. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/OtherEducationalCen-

ters/Marymoss.asp.

• Partners For Success, c/o Oakwood Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-222-3805. Website: www.aacps.org/specialed/ partners.htm.

• Phoenix Academy, Annapolis. 410-222-1650. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/OtherEducationalCenters/Phoenixc.htm.

• Ruth Parker Eason, Millersville. 410-222-3815. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ OtherEducationalCenters/Rutheasn.asp.

• Staff Development Training Center at Carver, Gambrills. 410-721-8301.

Special curriculum County schools have more than a dozen magnet programs open to students outside their school’s geographic boundaries.

At the high school level, there are three International Baccalaureate magnets; two Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) magnets; one BioMedical Allied Health magnet; one Performing and Visual Arts magnet; and two Centers of Applied Technology.

At the middle school level, there are three International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme magnets and two Performing and Visual Arts magnets.

The school system also has

five elementary schools that offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.

Adult education

An adult education program is offered at Annapolis Middle School and the Chesapeake Arts Center for students who want to earn a Maryland high school diploma. 410-789-2171.

AVID

Advancement Via Individual Determination is designed to help students who are in the academic “middle.” It is an elective, college-preparatory course offered to students in grades 5 through 12. 410-2225829.

Private schools

Private schools accredited by the Maryland State Board of Education are: • Aleph Bet Jewish Day School, Annapolis. 410-263-9044.

Website: www.alephbet.org.

• Anchors-A-Wee Preschool, Annapolis. 410-757-6556. Website: www.christouranchorpc. org/anchors.htm.

• Annapolis Area Christian School upper campus, Severn.

Grades 9-12. 410-519-5300. Website: www.aacsonline.org.

• Annapolis Area Christian School lower campus, Annapolis. Pre-k through 5. 410-2668255. Website: www.aacsonline. org.

• Annapolis Area Christian School Middle, Annapolis.

Grades 6-8. 410-266-8251. Website: www.aacsonline.org.

• Archbishop Spalding High School, Severn. Grades 9-12.

410-969-9105. Website: www. archbishopspalding.org.

• Bay Country Children’s Learning Center, Annapolis.

Preschool. 410-974-6700. No website available.

• Beaver Creek Child Care and Kindergarten, Gambrills.

Child care, preschool and kindergarten 410-721-4145. No website available.

• Broadwater Creek Academy, Churchton. Preschool and kindergarten. 301-261-9254.

Website: www.broadwatercreekacademy.org/home.htm.

• Calvary Center School, Calvary United Methodist Church, Annapolis. Preschool.

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• Oak Hill Elementary School, Severna Park. 410-2226568. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Oakhiles.asp.

• Severna Park Elementary School, Severna Park. 410-2226577. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Spes. asp.

• Shipley’s Choice Elementary School, Millersville. 410222-3851. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Shipches.asp.

By Jake Linger, Staff

Crofton Middle School seventh-grader Jordan Massey works on a short story for the school’s newspaper.

SOUTH RIVER • South River High School, Edgewater. 410-956-5600. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Srhs.asp.

• Central Middle School, Edgewater. 410-956-5800. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Centrlms.asp.

• Crofton Middle School, Crofton. 410-793-0280. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/

Middle/Croftms.asp.

• Central Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1075.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Centrles.asp.

• Crofton Meadows Elementary School, Crofton. 410-7219453. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Cmes. asp.

• Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton. 410-222-5805.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Cwes.asp.

• Davidsonville Elementary School, Davidsonville. 410-2221655. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Daves. asp.

• Edgewater Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1660.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Edgewes.asp.

• Mayo Elementary School, Edgewater. 410-222-1666. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Mayoes.asp.

SOUTHERN • Southern High School, Harwood. 410-867-7100. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ (See SCHOOLS, Page 48)

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Glen Burnie. 410-222-6473. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Soles.asp.

• Sunset Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6478. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Sunsetes.asp.

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• Ferndale Early Education Center, Glen Burnie. 410-2226927.

Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Ferndes.asp.

• George Cromwell Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410222-6920. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Gces.asp.

• Hilltop Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6409. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Hilltes.asp.

• Linthicum Elementary School, Linthicum. 410-222-6935.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Les.asp.

• North Glen Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226416.

Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Nglenes.asp.

• Overlook Elementary School, Linthicum. 410-222-6585.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Overlkes.asp.

• Park Elementary School, Baltimore. 410-222-6593. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Parkes.asp.

NORTHEAST • Northeast High School, Pasadena. 410-437-6400. Website:

File photo by Joshua McKerrow, Staff

Darrien Ocean, a second-grader at Manor View Elementary, holds a rabbit as Zionna Loman awaits her turn on board the Mobile Science Lab. www.aacps.org/html/schol/ High/Nehs.asp.

• George Fox Middle School, Pasadena. 410-437-5512. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ Middle/Gfms.asp.

• High Point Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6454.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Highptes.asp.

• Riviera Beach Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6469.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Rbeaches. asp.

• Solley Elementary School,

OLD MILL • Old Mill High School, Millersville. 410-969-9010. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ High/Oldmhs.asp.

• Old Mill Middle School North, Millersville. 410-969-5950.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Oldmmsn.asp.

• Old Mill Middle School South, Millersville. 410-969-7000.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Oldmmss.asp.

• Glen Burnie Park Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410222-6400. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Gbpes.asp.

• Millersville Elementary School, Millersville. 410-2223800. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Millrves.asp.

• Ridgeway Elementary School, Severn. 410-222-6524.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Ridgewes. asp.

• Rippling Woods Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410222-6440. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/

Rippwdes.asp.

• Severn Elementary School, Severn. 410-551-6220. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Seves.asp.

• South Shore Elementary School, Crownsville. 410-2223865. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Southses.asp.

• Southgate Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226445. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Southges.asp.

SEVERNA PARK • Severna Park High School, Severna Park.

410-544-0900.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Sphs.asp.

• Severna Park Middle School, Severna Park. 410-6477900. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Middle/Spms.asp.

• Benfield Elementary School, Severna Park. 410-2226555. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Benfldes.asp.

• Folger McKinsey Elementary School, Severna Park. 410222-6560. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Folgmces.asp.

• Jones Elementary School, Severna Park.

410-222-6565.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Jones.asp.

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• Van Bokkelen Elementary School, Severn. 410-222-6535.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Vanbokes. asp.

• West Meade Early Education Center, Fort George G. Meade. 410-222-6545. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Westmes.asp.

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tary School, Glen Burnie. 410222-6435. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Rhles.asp.

• Woodside Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226910. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Woodsdes.asp.

MEADE • Meade High School, Fort George G. Meade. 410-674-7710.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Mhs.asp.

• MacArthur Middle School, Fort George G. Meade. 410-6740032. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Middle/Mams.asp.

• Meade Middle School, Fort George G. Meade. 410-674-2355.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Meadems.asp.

• Brock Bridge Elementary School, Laurel. 301-498-6280.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Brockbes. asp.

• Hebron-Harman Elementary School, Hanover. 410-859-4510.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Harmanes. asp.

• Jessup Elementary School, Jessup. 410-222-6490. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/El-

File photo by Joshua McKerrow, Staff

George Miller teaches an Arabic language class at Brock Bridge Elementary School. ementary/Jessupes.asp.

• Manor View Elementary School, Fort George G. Meade.

410-222-6504. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Manorves.asp.

• Maryland City Elementary School, Laurel. 301-725-4256.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Mdcityes.asp.

• Meade Heights Elementary School, Fort George G. Meade.

410-222-6509. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Mhes.asp.

• Pershing Hill Elementary School, Fort George G. Meade.

410-222-6519. Website: www. aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Perhiles.asp.

• Seven Oaks Elementary School, Odenton. 410-222-0937.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/

NORTH COUNTY • North County High School, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6970. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Nchs.asp.

• Brooklyn Park Middle School, Baltimore. 410-636-2967.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Bpms.asp.

• Lindale Middle School, Linthicum. 410-691-4344. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Lindms.asp.

• Belle Grove Elementary School, Baltimore. 410-222-6589.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Belleges.asp.

• Brooklyn Park Elementary School, Baltimore. 410-222-6590.

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• Crofton Elementary School, Crofton. 410-222-5800.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Croftes.asp.

• Four Seasons Elementary School, Gambrills. 410-222-6501.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Fourses.asp.

• Nantucket Elementary School, Crofton. 410-451-6120.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/gambr.asp.

• Odenton Elementary School, Odenton. 410-222-6514.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Odes.asp.

• Piney Orchard Elementary School, Odenton. 410-672-7591.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Pineyoes.asp.

• Waugh Chapel Elementary School, Odenton. 410-222-6542.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Waughces. asp.

BROADNECK • Broadneck

High

School,

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Annapolis. 410-757-1300. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Bnhs.asp.

• Magothy River Middle School, Arnold. 410-544-0926.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Magrvrms.asp.

• Severn River Middle School, Arnold. 410-544-0922.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Sevrivms.asp.

• Arnold Elementary School, Arnold. 410-222-1670. Website:

www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Arnoldes.asp.

• Belvedere Elementary School, Arnold. 410-975-9432.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Belvedes.asp.

• Broadneck Elementary School, Arnold. 410-222-1680.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Bnes.asp.

• Cape St. Claire Elementary School, Annapolis. 410222-1685. Website: www.aacps.

org/html/schol/Elementary/ Capesces.asp.

• Windsor Farm Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1690.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Winfares.asp.

CHESAPEAKE • Chesapeake High School, Pasadena. 410-255-9600. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ High/Chhs.asp.

• Chesapeake Bay Middle

School, Pasadena. 410-437-2400.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Cbms.asp.

• Bodkin Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-437-0464. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/Elementary/Bkes.asp.

• Fort Smallwood Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-2226450. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Ftswes. asp.

• Jacobsville Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6460.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Jacobves.asp.

• Lake Shore Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6465.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Lakeshes. asp.

• Pasadena Elementary School, Pasadena. 410-222-6573.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Pases.asp.

GLEN BURNIE • Glen Burnie High School, Glen Burnie. 410-761-8950. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/High/Gbhs.asp.

• Corkran Middle School, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6493. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Corkrnms.asp.

• Marley Middle School, Glen Burnie. 410-761-0934. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Marleyms.asp.

• Freetown Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226900. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Freetes.asp.

• Glendale Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226404.

Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Glendes.asp.

• Marley Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-222-6414. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Marleyes. asp.

• Oakwood Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226420. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Oakwdes.asp.

• Point Pleasant Elementary School, Glen Burnie. 410-2226425. Website: www.aacps.org/ html/schol/Elementary/Ptpleaes.asp.

• Quarterfield Elementary School, Severn. 410-222-6430.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Qfieldes.asp.

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County public and private school resources Anne Arundel County Public Schools is divided into 12 clusters, each consisting of several elementary schools, one or two middle schools and a high school.

The following listing includes projected enrollment data for the high schools for 2012. For test results from middle and high schools, visit the schools’ individual pages on the AACPS website, www.aacps.org, or the Maryland State Department of Education website at www. mdreportcard.org.

A nine-member Board of Education establishes programs and policies for the system’s 77 elementary schools, 19 middle schools and 12 high schools.

The board also oversees the system’s two charter schools, two early education centers, two centers of technology, special education centers, alternative educational environments for middle and high school students, one center for students with emotional disabilities and an outdoor education center.

Eight of the board members serve overlapping terms of five years each. Board candidates are selected by the School Board Nominating Commission (www.aacps.org/sbnc), whose 11 commissioners are appointed by the governor, county executive and local organizations.

New board members are appointed by the governor from candidates selected by the nominating commission. After board members are appointed, they are subject to a general retention vote by the public.

Board members can serve two consecutive terms.

The ninth member of the board is a high school senior elected by student government representatives to serve a oneyear term. The student member has full voting rights.

The board generally meets publicly twice a month during the school year: at 10 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month and at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month.

The meetings are held at the Carol Sheffey Parham Administration Building, 2644 Riva Road in Parole.

Agendas and past minutes are available on the school sys-

tem’s website, www.aacps.org.

All meetings are open to the public except for the board’s closed executive sessions, which normally are held before or after regular meetings to discuss legal or personnel issues.

Special meetings, such as budget and redistricting hearings, are scheduled annually.

The day-to-day administration of the school system is the responsibility of the superintendent of schools, who is appointed by the Board of Education for a four-year term. There is no limit to the number of terms a superintendent may serve.

Superintendent Mamie Perkins. The school board in July appointed the former Howard County interim schools superintendent to replace Kevin Maxwell on an interim basis. 410-222-5304.

Board of Education • President

Teresa

Milio

Birge of Odenton. 410-674-5354.

• Vice President Debbie Ritchie of Pasadena. 443-5342660.

• Patricia Nalley of Annapolis. 410-757-0454.

• Kevin Jackson of Edgewater. 410-349-7465.

• Stacy Korbelak of Odenton.

443-603-5205.

• Andrew Pruski of Gambrills. 410-672-6987.

• Solon Webb of Annapolis.

410-267-0326.

• Amalie Brandenburg of Severna Park. 410-980-2165.

• Student Member Else Drooff of Broadneck High School. No number available.

School clusters ANNAPOLIS • Annapolis High School, Annapolis. 410-266-5240. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ High/Anhs.asp.

• Annapolis Middle School, Annapolis. 410-267-8658. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Anms.asp.

• Wiley H. Bates Middle School, Annapolis. 410-263-0270.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Middle/Bams.asp.

• Annapolis Elementary School, (Temporarily relocated to Annapolis Middle School), Annapolis. 410-222-1600. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Anes.asp.

• Eastport Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1605.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Eastpes.asp.

• Georgetown East Elementary School, Annapolis. 410222-1610. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Gteastes.asp.

• Germantown Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1615.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Gertowes. asp.

• Hillsmere Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1622.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Hillsmes.asp.

• Mills-Parole Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1626.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Milpares.asp.

• Rolling Knolls Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-5820.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Rollknes.asp.

• Tyler Heights Elementary School, Annapolis. 410-222-1630.

Website: www.aacps.org/html/ schol/Elementary/Tylerhes.asp.

• West Annapolis Elementary School, Annapolis. 410222-1635. Website: www.aacps. org/html/schol/Elementary/ Westanes.asp.

ARUNDEL • Arundel High School, Gambrills. 410-674-6500. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ High/Arhs.asp.

• Arundel Middle School, Odenton. 410-674-6900. Website: www.aacps.org/html/schol/ Middle/Arms.asp.

• Crofton Middle School, Gambrills. 410-793-0280. Website: www.aacps.org/html/ (See SCHOOLS, Page 44)

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contract school. While charter schools are independentlyoperated schools within the school system, public contract schools are operated more collaboratively between the school system and the operator.

The Monarch public contract school is scheduled to open in August 2014 on Brock Bridge Road in Laurel.

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school board approved a second Monarch campus this sum-

mer. It is slated to be built in the central part of the county.

No location has been set, but the school is scheduled to open in August 2015.

The school board has also approved a Monarch public

The school system is set to open its 12th and final Signature program this fall at Glen Burnie High School. Signature programs are designed at each school to reflect the businesses and elements of the community.

At Meade High School on Fort George G. Meade, for instance, students can take part in the school’s homeland security program. Broadneck High’s signature program is environmental literacy.

Glen Burnie students will have a public service signature program. The school already has a Biomedical and Allied Health magnet program, preparing students for careers in the health and medical fields.

The signature programs are not magnet programs, so students only in those districts can participate.

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The school system also is expanding its AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program this year in Corkran Middle School. The program, designed to help students who are in the academic middle advance to higher level classes, already was offered to students who applied, but it now will be incorporated throughout the entire school.

During each AVID class, students receive instruction in reading and writing across the curriculum, note-taking and test-taking strategies. They learn study skills, organization and time management.

The program is offered at all 12 county high schools, all 19 county middle schools, Manor View and Pershing Hill elementary schools, and West Meade Early Childhood Center. www.twitter.com/TPratt_ Capital

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sider academic subjects like reading and math through community service and self-reflection. Those students can then go on to the IB programs offered at Annapolis, Meade and Old Mill high schools.

Students in high school IB programs take rigorous classes and earn IB diplomas in addition to their regular high school diplomas.

Anyone in the county can apply to the middle and high school IB programs, while students who live only in the IB elementary schools’ designated areas can participate.

Charter, contract schools There are two public charter schools in the county — Chesapeake Science Point in Hanover and Monarch Global Academy in Glen Burnie — but the school system has approved another to address demand.

With roughly 800 students on a waiting list for the Monarch school, the (See ADJUST, Page 42)

By Matthew Cole, Staff

The new gymnasium at the Phoenix Academy in Annapolis. Construction crews work on installing the wall padding and other odds and ends as the school nears completion.

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ACADEMIC OFFERINGS A variety of programs are offered at the secondary and college levels.

Anne Arundel County schools have STEM magnet programs at North County and South River High Schools.

The county school system’s Academy of Information Technology introduces students to digital workforce career opportunities.

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Kevin Maxwell on an interim basis.

The school system also is opening Phoenix Academy in fall 2013 in Annapolis, replacing the former Phoenix Center to offer special- and alternative-education programs.

Additionally, school officials are introducing magnet and

Primary Years International Baccalaureate programs this fall.

The arts and STEM While county schools already offer Science, Technology, Engineering and Math magnet programs at South River and North County high schools, the school system plans to begin a STEM program in fall 2013 at Old Mill Middle School South.

Any high school and middle school student in the school

Students must audition to participate in the county’s Performing & Visual Arts Magnet program.

Anne Arundel Community College offers training to become a casino dealer.

The county’s Centers for Applied Technology in Edgewater and Severn offer auto collision repair training.

system can apply for the STEM programs. Students in the southern half of the county go to South River; students in the northern half of the county go to North County. All middle school students go to Old MillSouth.

STEM students take extra engineering and science classes, and spend two weeks each summer in a “summer bridge” program to help prepare for the coming school year.

The school system has Per-

forming and Visual Arts magnet programs at Annapolis and Broadneck high schools, along with Wiley H. Bates and Brooklyn Park middle schools.

The programs allow students to take extra music, dance and art classes as part of the school day.

International Baccalaureate The school system is introducing International Baccalaureate Primary Years programs in fall 2013 at Eastport and Sunset elementary schools, adding to the five schools —

Anne Arundel County seniors were awarded $127 million in scholarship funds in 2013.

Germantown, Manor View, Southgate, Hebron-Harmon and South Shore — already offering those programs.

The Primary Years program, designed for students aged 3 through 12, encourages inquiry-based learning and focuses on students’ emotional and social well-being. It also helps prepare students for the IB Middle Years program.

Three middle schools — Annapolis, MacArthur and Old Mill North — offer IB Middle Years programs. These programs ask students to con(See ADJUST, Page 41)

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Schools adjust to new standards, expand cutting edge programs

By TIM PRATT tpratt@capgaznews.com As Anne Arundel County teachers prepare for another school year, they have more on their minds than new students.

For 2013-14, teachers have to adjust to the state and countywide implementation of the Common Core, standards that establish what students should be taught before graduating.

Common Core is part of a federal mandate.

By Matthew Cole, Staff

Kimberly Salamy, manager of capital construction for the Anne Arundel County Public School system, gives a tour of the new Phoenix Academy in Annapolis. The school is set to open this fall, replacing the former Phoenix Center.

It will go into classrooms this fall.

“It really is a more rigorous form of learning,” schools spokesman Bob Mosier said.

Implementation of the Common Core is just one change.

The school board in July appointed former Howard County interim schools superintendent Mamie Perkins to replace outgoing schools Superintendent (See ADJUST, Page 40)

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14

Fall sports begin.

26-28

Conferences for half-day prekindergarten and Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) students. Aug. 26-27 only for kindergarten and full-day prekindergarten students.

26

Schools open for grades 1-5, 6 and 9 only.

21-24

High school semester examinations. Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI students.

24

End of second marking period.

27-28

Schools closed for students. *See note.

29

Beginning of third marking period.

Registration for prekindergarten begins.

FEBRUARY

27

Schools open for grades 1 through 12.

28-30

Staggered entrance for full-day prekindergarten and kindergarten. (All students attend Sept. 3.)

4

29

First day of school for ECI students.

4

Report cards.

29, 30, Sept. 3

Staggered entrance for half-day prekindergarten. (All students attend Sept. 4.)

12

Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

SEPTEMBER

17

Presidents’ Day — schools closed.

MARCH

2

Labor Day — schools closed.

5

Rosh Hashanah — schools closed.

1

Spring sports begin.

18

Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

7

Interims sent home.

27

Interims sent home.

5-20

Maryland School Assessment administration. Grades 3-8.

24-April 11

MSA Science test administration, grades 5 and 8 only.

30-Oct. 3

High School Assessment administration.

APRIL

OCTOBER 14

Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

16

PSAT

18

Schools closed for students.

NOVEMBER 1

End of first marking period. Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

4

Beginning of second marking period.

11

Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

12

Report cards.

3

End of third marking period. Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for afternoon prekindergarten and ECI.

4

Beginning of fourth marking period. Registration for kindergarten begins.

8

Registration for kindergarten begins.

7-10

High School Assessment administration.

11

Report cards.

14-21

Easter/Spring break — schools closed.

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MAY 9

Interims sent home.

19-June 6

High School Assessment administration.

22-23

Schools closed for prekindergarten, kindergarten and ECI. Conferences for parents of those students.

15

Winter sports begin.

18-22

American Education Week.

25-26

Schools closed for students. Parent/teacher conferences for elementary and middle schools.

26

Memorial Day — schools closed.

27-29

Thanksgiving Holiday — schools closed.

29

Last day for graduating seniors.

13

Interims sent home.

11

Semester examinations for Centers of Applied Technology.

23-Jan. 1

Christmas/Winter break. All schools closed Dec. 23-Jan. 1. Central offices closed Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1.

12-17

High school examinations; textbook collection. Two-hour early dismissal for all students. Schools closed for all half-day prekindergarten and ECI.

17

End of fourth marking period. Last day of school for students.

8

Summer school begins.

4-7

High School Assessment summer administration.

DECEMBER

JANUARY 2

Schools reopen.

6-16

High School Assessment administration.

17

Semester examinations for Centers of Applied Technology.

20

Martin Luther King Jr. Day — schools closed.

Inclement weather, emergency school closings The calendar has four days built in at the end of the school year for emergency closings, making the school year 185 student days and 195 teacher days. Any emergency days not used will be deducted from the June closing date. Additional emergency closings will be made up as follows: • Additional emergency closing days will be made up by adding on days to the June closing date.

• If emergency closings fall on January testing days or teacher workdays, secondary schools will reschedule so that there are four consecutive testing days followed by one teacher workday. This scheduling affects all schools.

Semester tests, examinations Extracurricular activities, practices and club activities will be scheduled at the end of the regular school day for not more then

JUNE

JULY AUGUST

90 minutes on the evening prior to the day of semester tests and examinations for high schools.

Religious observances Tests and examinations will not be scheduled on the day of a major religious observance. Tests and examinations for evening high school will not be scheduled on the day a religious observance begins. Jewish and Muslim dates are set according to the lunar calendar; they begin at sundown on the preceding evening and conclude at sundown on the dates noted. (Rosh Hashanah, Sept. 5; Yom Kippur, Sept. 14; Eid al-Adha, Oct. 15) Appropriate exercises Schools will devote a portion of the day to appropriate exercises on the following dates: Columbus Day, Oct. 8; Veterans Day, Nov. 11; Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, Jan. 15; Lincoln’s birthday,

Feb. 12; Washington’s birthday, Feb. 22; Arbor Day, April 30; Memorial Day, May 27; and any other day of national significance.

When schools are closed, appropriate exercises should be held on the preceding Friday.

Just for teachers Aug. 19-22: Opening activities for teachers.

Aug. 23: Schools closed for teachers.

Oct. 18: MSEA convention. Professional development day.

Jan. 27-28: Professional development day/workday for elementary and middle school teachers. Work day for high school teachers.

June 18: Last day for teachers.

——— *Note: Jan. 27 and 28 may be made school days for all students.

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Work on your game at golf courses and driving ranges Public-Semiprivate Annapolis Golf Club: 2638 Carrollton Road, Annapolis. 410-263-6771.

Bay Hills Golf Club: 545 Bay Hills Drive, Arnold. 410-974-0669. www.bayhillsgc.com.

Blue Heron Golf Course: 3270 Romancoke Road, Stevensville. 410-6435721. blueherongolf.org.

Compass Pointe Golf Courses: 9010 Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena. 410255-7764. www.compasspointegolf.com.

Eisenhower Golf Course: 1576 Generals Highway, Crownsville. 410-5710973. www.eisenhowergolf.com.

Lake Presidential Golf Club: 3151 Presidential Golf Drive, Upper Marlboro.

301-298-9999. www.lakepresidential.com.

Queenstown Harbor: 310 Links Lane, Queenstown.

410-827-6611. www.mdgolf.com.

Renditions: 1380 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville.

410-798-9798. www.renditionsgolf.com.

Twin Shields Golf Club: 2425 Roarty Road, Dunkirk. 301-855-8228.

Glen Burnie’s Garrett Brown tees off in the county championships at Compass Pointe Golf Courses last year.

Brown won his second straight title.

File photo by Joshua McKerrow, Staff

Heritage Harbour Golf and Country Club: 875 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis. 410-224-3580.

United States Naval Academy Golf Club: 64 Greenbury Point Road, Annapolis. 410-293-9747.

Old South Golf Course: 699 Marlboro Road, Lothian. 410-741-1793. www.oldsouthcountryclub.org.

Prospect Bay Country Club: 311-A Prospect Bay Drive W., Grasonville.

410-827-6950. www.prospectbaycountryclub.com.

Driving ranges

www.twinshields.com.

Walden Golf Club: 1500 Reidel Road, Crofton.

410-721-8268. www.waldengolfclub.com.

Private Chartwell Country Club: 1 Chart-

well Drive, Severna Park. 410-987-4480. www.chartwellgcc.com.

Crofton Country Club: 1691 Crofton Parkway, Crofton. 410-721-3111. www.croftonclub.com.

Golf Club At South River: 410-7985865. www.golfclubsr.com.

Night Hawk Golf Center: 814 Route 3 S., Crofton. 410-721-9349. www.nighthawkgolfcenter.com.

Severna Park Golf Center: 1257 Ritchie Highway, Arnold. 410-647-8618. www.severnaparkgolf.com.

Arundel Golf Park: 1501 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie.

410-761-1295. www.arundelgolfpark.com.

Pasadena Golf Center: 4358 Mountain Road, Pasadena. 410-439-4653. www.pasadenagolfcenter.com.

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Navy Club Ice Hockey If you have kids, you can’t beat inexpensive. This is one of several sports at the Naval Academy for which there is a nominal fee — $5 for adults and $3 for children — (baseball is quite the bargain as well). The Mids aren’t an NCAAsanctioned team, but that doesn’t mean the players put any less of their heart into each game at the McMullen Center.

www.navyhockey.net

Capitol Raceway Drag Racing If motorsports are up your alley, there’s a hidden gem in Crofton providing drag racing from March through October. Come hear the engines roar and watch drag racers or even participate yourself with your street rod right off Route 3 and Capitol Raceway Road. www.capitolraceway.net Gerry Jackson is the sports editor for The Capital.

Brandon McCray smokes his tires as he pulls to the starting line in his 1987 Monte Carlo at the Capitol Raceway in Crofton.

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The Naval Academy’s croquet victory over St. John’s College in April 2013 was just the sixth for the Midshipmen in 30 years.

Either Severna Park’s or South River’s girls teams have won the last seven state lacrosse titles.

The Naval Academy football team won the Commander in Chief’s trophy eight times between 2003 and 2012.

The Chesapeake Bayhawks are the winningest Major League Lacrosse franchise.

The 2013 BMX East Coast Nationals brought 3,000 athletes to Severn in June 2013.

The Baltimore Ravens held preseason workouts at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in 2012 and 2013.

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Must-see Anne Arundel sporting events

By GERRY JACKSON gjackson@capgaznews.com If you’re a resident of this region, you probably already know the scorecard full of highprofile, national-level sports teams within a half-hour’s drive.

You name it and the region has it — the NFL’s Ravens and Redskins, Major League Baseball’s Nationals and Orioles, Major League Soccer’s D.C. United, the NBA’s Wizards, the NHL’s Capitals, and the major college sports teams at the University Maryland.

But if you put aside all of the glitz of the big leagues, there’s enough to keep any sports fan hopping right here in our backyard.

Here are the Capital Gazette’s picks as the Top 5 sports fan experiences not to miss in Anne Arundel County.

Navy football Other regions such as the Deep South and the Midwest can brag that they’ve got the best college football experience going, but we’ll stack the pomp and circumstance on fall Saturdays at the Naval Academy right up with there with the “Swamp” in Gainesville, Fla., or the “Horseshoe” in Columbus, Ohio.

From the march-on of the Brigade of Midshipmen to the traditional flyover and world’s best tailgating, Navy’s game day is packed with more than football. And the football isn’t too shabby either.

The Mids have been to bowl games in nine of the last 10 seasons, and Pittsburgh, Air Force and Hawaii are on the home schedule this season. www.navysports.com

Chesapeake Bayhawks The Bayhawks know how to put the fan in “fan experience.”

The defending Major League Lacrosse champions have made Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium home for the past three seasons.

The team is loaded with national lacrosse talent and more than a dozen performers who played high school ball right here in the county. Forget the slowed-down version of lacrosse

File photo by Matthew Cole, Staff

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Bay Area Shuckers For two seasons, the Kirby Center on the campus of Annapolis Area Christian School has hosted this locally owned professional basketball franchise.

Each game includes a number of fan giveaways

and contests.

The action on the court could leave a fan dizzy. The teams of the American Professional Bas-

ketball League often average a combined 300 points a game. www.shuckersbasketball.com (See SPORTS, Page 35)

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Fishing & crabbing There are about 20 public-access spots in Anne Arundel County for fishing or crabbing.

Licensing The state Department of Natural Resources sells fishing and crabbing licenses online (www.compass. dnr.maryland.gov/dnrcompassportatl) and they’re also available at sporting goods and fishing stores.

Here are parks and piers in Annapolis and around Anne Arundel County where you can fish from shore:

Street-end parks The city of Annapolis has several small parks and “street-end” parks on the water. Waterfront park locations include: • First Street at Spa Creek.

• Fifth Street at Spa Creek.

• Acton Cove Park.

• Amos Garrett Park.

• Barbara Newstadt Park on Monticello Avenue at Spa Creek.

• College Creek Park on Clay Street at College Creek.

• Davis Park on Fourth Street at Back Creek.

• Chesapeake Avenue at Horn Point.

• Lafayette Avenue at Spa Creek.

• Severn Avenue at Spa Creek.

Parks Back Creek Nature Park, 7314 Edgewood Road, Annapolis.

Beverly-Triton Beach Park, 1201 Triton Beach Road, Mayo.

Carrs Wharf, 1001 Carrs Wharf Road, Mayo.

Deale Wharf, 511 Deale Road, Deale.

Downs Park, 8311 John Downs Loop, Pasadena.

Fort Smallwood Park, 9500 Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena.

Galesville Wharf, 4847 Riverside Drive, Galesville.

Green Haven Wharf, 7660 Outing Ave., Pasadena.

Jonas Green Park, 1990 Ritchie Highway, Annapolis.

Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, Millersville.

Lake Waterford Park, 830 Pasadena Road, Pasadena.

Patuxent Ponds Park, Patuxent Road near the Washington, Baltimore & Annapolis Trail, Odenton.

Patuxent Wetlands Park, 1598 Southern Maryland Blvd., Lothian.

Sandy Point State Park, 1100 East College Parkway, Annapolis.

Shady Side Wharf, 4805-B Woods Wharf Road, Shady Side.

Thomas Point Park, 3890 Thomas Point Road, Annapolis.

Truxtun Park, 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis.

Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis.

Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St., Annapolis.

File photo by Matthew Cole, Staff

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The big prize locally is rockfish. On opening day of trophy rockfish season, fish more than 28 inches long are the trophy.

There are some restrictions on the size and manner of the catch imposed by the Department of Natural Resources.

Visit www.dnr.state.md.us/fisheries for more guidance.

Boat shows Two of the biggest in the region are the annual boat shows in Annapolis Harbor. The U.S. Powerboat Show coming Oct. 3-6 in 2013 is followed by the U.S. Sailboat Show the following week, Oct. 10-14.

The two events pack dozens of sail or powerboats of all sizes into and around Ego Alley and the Annapolis City Dock, drawing 40,000 to 50,000 visitors.

The third Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show is scheduled for April. For more information, visit www.usboat.com.

Big swims Two events draw thousands

to Sandy Point State Park for charitable causes.

The Great Chesapeake Bay Swim in June draws hundreds of swimmers for the 4.4 mile event from Sandy Point State Park across the bay to a beachhead adjoining the Bay Bridge.

Most of the proceeds — swimmers pay a $250 entry fee — go to the March of Dimes, though other charities have benefited since two similar events merged in 1986 to form the Great Chesapeake Bay Swim.

The biggest event of its kind on the bay is the Polar Bear Plunge held each January.

Thousands, who collect pledges to raise money for Special Olympics Maryland, spend the day at Sandy Point plunging into the cold, cold bay water.

So-called Super Plungers take a dip every hour for 24 hours.

Waterfront dining If you enjoy a more casual way to interact with the waters around us, there are plenty of waterfront dining spots dotting the shoreline in Anne Arundel.

Some of the popular spots close by include Cantler’s Riverside Inn across the Severn River from Annapolis and in-

town favorites Carroll’s Creek Cafe and Pusser’s Caribbean Grille. In south county, Pirates Cove in Galesville or Deale’s Happy Harbor Inn are perennial favorites.

In north county there’s Mike’s Crab House North, a cousin to Mike’s Crab House on the South River in Riva, and the Cheshire Crab, both in Pasadena.

Stroll, hike or bike

Another way to enjoy the bay and environs is to take to one of many trails in the area.

You can hike or bike most of them.

Try the B&A Trail running along the old rail line between Glen Burnie and Annapolis.

Downs Park, Quiet Waters Park and Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary are among other county parks that have hiking trails. The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center has a trail running through its 3,000 acres. Sandy Point State Park has trails and there are many Maryland trails nearby.

For more information visit www.aacounty.org/recparks or www.dnr.state.md.us/ publiclands.

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LIVING ON THE BAY Some of the perks of Anne Arundel’s 534 miles of coastline.

Annapolis marinas have more than 900 wet boat slips combined.

Sandy Point State Park is a 786-acre state operated park with beach views of the Chesapeake Bay. File photo by Joshua McKerrow, Staff

A swimmer strokes through the 4-mile crossing in the annual Great Chesapeake Bay Swim.

Bay life: Swimming, boating, crabbing, fishing, and hiking

By E.B. FURGURSON III pfurgurson@capgaznews.com We have come to live on the shores of America’s largest estuary, the Chesapeake Bay. The bay and its tributaries, despite their troubles, provide recreational and lifestyle opportunities for folks from Havre de Grace to Cape Henry and Riviera Beach to Rose Haven.

Whether your ancestors settled these shores 100 years before Annapolis was incorporated in 1708 or you just moved into a waterfront condo, there are scores of things to do: boating, sailing, fishing, crabbing, water skiing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, hiking, touring, outdoor festivals and events, waterside dining.

Here are some events and activities that should appear on every bay-fun to-do-list:

Boating and sailing Annapolis often has been called the Sailing Capital of the World. Thousands of sheet-hoisting boaters call the state capital and environs home.

Whether a day trip over to St. Michaels or Oxford, a little spin to catch some wind, or cruising out of the bay to the Caribbean, plenty

of people make a life out of it. There are races year-round, from the Annapolis Yacht Club’s Wednesday Night Race series close to shore or the biennial Annapolis to Newport Race to the Eastport Yacht Club’s semi-annual Annapolis to Bermuda Race.

There are powerboat races, too.

Having all these boats around makes for another must-see event: the Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade every December. A small fleet of boats decorated with lights celebrates the holiday season.

The state of Maryland holds an annual fishing challenge with a top prize of $25,000 for catching a specialty tagged striped bass.

The annual Maritime Republic of Eastport versus Annapolis tug of war over Spa Creek is held in November.

Car-top boating There’s also a smaller option to get out on the bay — car-top boating. Kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddle boards or windsurfer craft can be toted about fairly easily. There are a number of spots to put in. Visit www.aacounty.org/ RecParks/launch for a list.

Crabbing and fishing Anyone older than 16 needs a fishing license, unless you are on a charter boat.

(See LIFE, Page 32)

The Polar Bear Plunge raised $2.4 million for Special Olympics Maryland in 2013.

Annapolis is home to the annual spring and fall U.S. Sailboat shows.

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move it closer to the water.

Hudson & Fouquet Salon’s Mary Murray said staying on the cutting edge of hair care is crucial. A fresh style can provide a jolt of confidence.

“We offer a lot of education to our stylists, keeping up on latest techniques and trends,” said Murray, whose shop is at 181 West St. in Annapolis.

Most customers ask for keratin hair treatments, to make their hair “smooth and frizzfree during the crazy humid months,” Murray said.

Hudson & Fouquet forgoes traditional foiling for a special highlighting technique called “balayage” that paints each individual strand.

“It gives a very soft, natural look,” she said.

Owners Matt Hudson and Luc Fouquet celebrated their salon’s ninth birthday in June.

Robert Andrew Salon and

Spa prides itself on developing relationships with their clients.

That takes quite an effort as they see between 300 and 500 of them a day, said General Manager Marie Mozzi.

Bob Zupko is “Robert Andrew,” and he started the business in the 1960s under another name, but the day spa salon is still family owned and operated at at 1328 Main Chapel Way, Waugh Chapel in Gambrills.

Robert Andrew opened a state-of-the-art 22,000-squarefoot, Italian-themed facility in 2002 with two suites — the Tuscan or Venetian — where couples can start with a bath, couples massage and lunch.

The full-day spa and fullservice salon also offers massages, facials, manicures and pedicures and body treatments.

Jennifer Hardison, manager of Split Ends Salon at 550 Ritchie Highway in Severna Park, said taking that quality of luxury care and skin care

By Joshua McKerrow, Staff home is not only “really relax- Sisters and co-owners of Split Ends Salon, Wendy Moore and Jennifer Hardison. ing, but of course beneficial to education facilitated by Redken County Chamber of Commerce. the hair.”

The studio salon opened artists,” she said.

“I can only attribute (the deBrides are huge clientele, three years ago and it sees mand for these places) to the Temptu Airbrush more than 1,000 clients a seeking month, Hardison said. The makeup that stays “flawless” importance people attach to staff of more than 20 specializ- all day, Hardison said. well-being, self image, self-esSelf-esteem is a critical issue es in hair care including cuts, teem and wanting to preserve Redken color, texture, high- for businesses and consumers, said Bob Burdon, CEO of the themselves in the best possible lights and extensions.

“We have continued in-salon Annapolis and Anne Arundel way,” he said.

SPA AND SALON OWNERS TELL YOU HOW TO RELAX Breathe. Take complete control of your breathing. It’s one of the things we try to help guests with here.

— Riccardo Santoro, Varuna Aveda Salon and Spa in Annapolis Be proactive. The body holds lots of memories in the muscles and tissues, so schedule an appointment before the trauma hits. We wait too long, and it should be part of our regimen, not a solution to a problem.

— Marie Mozzi, Robert Andrew Salon and Spa Shorten your maintenance routine. We have a nice keratin hair service in the salon, one longer and one shorter. It carries through in daily life because when you do your hair yourself, it cuts down how much you have to do and makes hair more manageable. You have more time to do other things.

— Mary Murray, Hudson & Fouquet Salon Leave it to the pros. A simple blowout and style is a great and simple way to pamper yourself before an event. Relax and leave the work to us to make you look outstanding.

— Jennifer Hardison, Split Ends Salon Pamper yourself from your fingers to your toes. Everybody chooses different ways to relax, but I like to get a manicure and a pedicure, which includes a massage. It completely changes the way you feel when your fingers and toes are done.

—Helen Neisser, Rumors Retreat Salon and Spa

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County full of places to get pampered

By KATE YOON kyoon@capgaznews.com The employees at Rumors Retreat Salon and Spa in Pasadena have become so much like a family, they even vacation together. Owner Helen Neisser said she wants her customers to feel like they’re part of the family, too.

“That’s how we separate ourselves from other salons,” she said. “It’s all about the fun because everyone’s pressed with family and work.”

Anne Arundel residents have a healthy selection of salons and spas for proper pampering.

There are also a multitude of establishments that simply pro-

By Joshua McKerrow, Staff

Stylist Ashley Demas cuts the hair of Eric Roschel at Rumors Retreat Salon and Spa in Pasadena.

“I can only attribute (the demand for these places) to the importance people attach to well-being, self image, self-esteem and wanting to preserve themselves in the best possible way.”

— Bob Burdon, CEO of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce.

vide a haven for women and men from the stresses of work, kids or just life.

Neisser aims to uplift her customers’ spirits.

“They should feel good and have a good time,” Neisser said. “They should leave and feel better about themselves.”

Neisser opened the salon and spa on 26 Magothy Bridge Road in 1987 with four employees. She has since expanded to around 3,500 square feet and 44 stylists and technicians.

The only thing she wishes she could change about her salon and spa, she said, is to (See PAMPER, Page 28)

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Arnold. 410-349-0200. Website: www. oloughlinspub.com.

Pirates Cove: 4817 Riverside Drive, Galesville. 410-867-2300. Website: www. piratescovemd.com.

Perry’s Restaurant & Odies Pub: 1210 Annapolis Road, Odenton. 410-6744000. Website: www.perrysrestaurant.

com.

Rams Head Roadhouse: 1773 Generals Highway, Annapolis. 410-849-8058.

Website: www.ramsheadtavern.com/ roadhouse.

Rams Head Shore House: 800 Main St., Stevensville. 410-643-2466. Website: www.ramsheadshorehouse.com.

Rams Head Tavern: 33 West St., Annapolis. 410-268-4545. Website: www. ramsheadtavern.com/annapolis.

Riverbay Roadhouse: 1374 Cape St. Claire Road, Annapolis. 410-757-2919.

Website: www.riverbayroadhouse.com.

Red Red Wine Bar: 189 Main St., Annapolis. 410-990-1144. Website: www. redredwinebar.com.

Reynolds Tavern: 7 Church Circle, Annapolis. 410-295-9555. Website: www. reynoldstavern.com.

Rockfish: 400 Sixth St., Annapolis.

410-267-1800. Website: www.rockfishmd. com.

Sam’s on the Waterfront: 2020 Chesapeake Harbour Drive E., Annapolis. 410-263-3600. Website: www.

samsonthewaterfront.com.

Stan and Joe’s Saloon: 37 West St., Annapolis. 410-263-1993. Website: www. stanandjoessaloon.com.

Stan and Joe’s South: 173 Mitchells Chance Road, Edgewater. 443-837-6126.

Website: www.stanandjoessaloon.com/ south.

Woodfire and the Backroom: 580-P Ritchie Highway, Park Plaza Shopping Center, Severna Park. 410-315-8100.

Website: www.woodfirebackroom.com.

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Space, Annapolis. 410-263-3323.

Website: ern.com.

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Cross and Celtic performs in front of Galway Bay at the Maryland Avenue Fall Festival in 2012.

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O’Brien’s Steakhouse: 113 Main St., Annapolis. 410-2686288. Website: www.obriensoysterbar.com.

O’Loughlin’s Restaurant and Pub: 1258 Bay Dale Drive, (See MUSIC, Page 26)

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Head out tonight for some live music The following bars and restaurants offer live music, DJs or open mic nights. Some offer live music only on the weekends and some venues, such as outdoor bars, are open only from spring to fall: Adam’s, The Place For Ribs: 169 Mayo Road, Edgewater. 410-956-2995. Website: www.adamsribs.com.

Armadillo’s Bar & Grill: 132 Dock St., Annapolis. 410-2800028. Website: www.armadillosannapolis.com.

Bamboo Bernie’s USA: 8359 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Pasadena. 410-647-6100. Web-

site: www.bambooberniesusa. com.

Big Mary’s Dock Bar: The Inn at Pirates Cove, 4817 Riverside Drive, Galesville. 410867-2300. Website: www.piratescovemd.com.

Boatyard Bar and Grill: 400 Fourth St., Annapolis. 410-2166206. Website: www.boatyardbarandgrill.com.

Brian Boru Restaurant and Pub: 489 Ritchie Highway #103, Severna Park. 410-9752678. Website: www.brianborupub.com.

Bridges Restaurant: 321 Wells Cove Road, Grasonville.

410-827-0282. Website: www. bridgesrestaurant.net.

Café Mezzanotte: 760 Ritchie Highway, Severna Park. 410-647-1100. Website: www.cafemezz.com.

Castlebay Irish Pub and Restaurant: 193 Main St., Annapolis. 410-626-0165. Website: www.castlebayirishpub.com.

Cheshire Crab: 1701 Poplar Ridge Road, Pasadena. 410-3602220. Website: www.pleasurecovemarina.com/cheshirecrab.

Crush Kitchen & Wine House: 114 West St., Annapolis. 410-216-9444. Website: www. crushwinehouse.com.

Fado Irish Pub: 1 Park Place No. 7, Annapolis. 410626-0069. Website: www.fadoirishpub.com/annapolis.

Fisherman’s Crab Deck: 3116 Main St., Grasonville. 410827-6666. Website: www.crabdeck.com.

Federal House: 22 Market Space, Annapolis. 410-268-2576.

Website: www.federalhouserestaurant.com.

49 West Cafe: 49 West St., Annapolis. 410-626-9796. Website: www.49westcoffeehouse. com.

Galway Bay Irish Pub: 63 Maryland Ave., Annapolis.

410-263-8333. Website: www.galwaybaymd.com.

Heroes Pub: 1 Riverview Ave., Annapolis. 410-573-1996.

Website: www.heroespub.com.

Irish Channel: 1053 Route 3 N., Gambrills. 410-451-4222. www.irishchannelpub.com.

The Jetty: 201 Wells Cove Road, Grasonville. 410-827-4959.

Website: www.jettydockbar. com.

Killarney House: 584 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville.

410-798-8700. Website: www. killarneyhousepub.com.

Lures Bar & Grill: 1397 Generals Highway, Crownsville.

410-923-1606. Website: www. luresbarandgrille.com.

Metropolitan Kitchen & Lounge: 169 West Street, Annapolis. 410-280-5160. Website: www.metropolitanannapolis. com.

Middleton Tavern: 2 Market (See MUSIC, Page 25)

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Area farmers markets make it easy to ‘buy local’

Buying locally produced food is becoming increasingly popular in Annapolis, Anne Arundel County and beyond. More farmers markets have sprouted up in recent years to accommodate demand for fresh fruits, vegetables and other goodies.

Many — but not all — markets accept WIC and senior FMNP checks.

Annapolis FRESHFARM Market, Donner parking lot on Compromise Street in downtown Annapolis. Open 8:30 a.m. to noon Sundays, May 6 to Nov. 18. Will not be open durl ing the boat shows in October.

Contact: Bernadine Prince, 1-202-362-8889.

8 Anne Arundel County Farmeers Market, Riva Road and Harry S. Truman Parkway.

Open 7 a.m. to noon Saturdays, April 6 to Dec. 21, and 7 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, May 28 to ,Oct. 29. Contact: Brenda Conti, 2410-349-0317.

Anne Arundel Medical Center Farmers Market, at Clatanoff Pavilion’s Garden Café on the Annapolis campus, 2001 Medical Parkway. Open from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Frim days, June 15 to Aug. 31. Cons tact: Charlotte Wallace, 443-5344515 or cwallace@AAHS.org.

Deale Farmers Market, d Cedar Grove United Methodist Church parking lot, 5965 -Deale-Churchton Road. Open 3 lto 6 p.m. Thursdays, July 5 to Oct. 31. Contact: Gail Wilker-son, 410-867-4993.

Department of Natural -Resources Farmers Market, parking lot of DNR headquarters building, 580 Taylor Ave., -Annapolis. Open 3 to 6 p.m. ,Thursdays, June 6 to Sept. 5.

-Contact: Lisa Barge, 410-2227410. t Piney Orchard Farmers Market, Piney Orchard Community Center Parking Lot. Stream Valley Drive off Route 170, eOdenton. Open 2 to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays, June 6 to Oct. e31. Open noon to 4 p.m. from eOct. 31 to Nov. 27. Contact: Bill Morris, 410-867-9162.

Park Farmers n Severna Market, Ritchie Highway

and Jones Station Road, open 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, April 26 to Oct. 25. Contact: Anita Robertson, 410-827-9192.

Westfield Annapolis Farmers Market, the first level of the Macy’s parking garage, Jennifer Road. Open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, May 5 to Oct. 27. Open the first and third Sundays of the month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Jan. 6 to April 21.

Contact: Brenda Conti, 410-3490317.

Times and dates are subject to change in the 2014 season.

Patrons visit the AAMC Farmers Market at the Clatanoff Pavilion Garden Café.

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SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT Maryland Hall is home to the annual Battle of the Bands.

The Children’s Theatre of Annapolis performs shows such as “Snow White” and “Shrek the Musical.”

Maryland Live!

In Hanover is the state’s largest casino with 4,300 slot machines.

Arundel Mills mall is anchored by Bass Pro Shops and Saks Fifth Avenue - Off Fifth.

Rock legends such as Dick Dale, Gregg Allman (above) and Blood, Sweat & Tears regularly play at Rams Head On Stage.

The largest shopping mall in the county is anchored by Lord & Taylor and Nordstrom.

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Entertainment There are more than 20 art

galleries in downtown Annapolis. Each of the galleries feature local, national and international art. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., is the home of five galleries. Traditional to contemporary work can be found. Other art galler-

ies include Main Street Gallery, 216A Main St.; Whitehall Gallery, 57 West St.; and many more.

The area also has several community theaters including Colonial Players, 108 East St., Compass Rose Studio Theater, 49 Spa Road, and Infinity Theater Co., 1661 Bay Head Road.

Visit one of the largest commercial casinos in the country, Maryland Live! casino, 7002 Arundel Mills Circle. There are more than 100 table games and more than 4,300 slot machines.

History

Annapolis: “The Museum Without Walls.” Annapolis was the nation’s first peacetime capital and serves as Maryland’s state capital. The Maryland State House, 100 State Circle, is open for exploration.

Annapolis’ connection to history can be found in several museums. The Historic Annapolis Museum, 99 Main St., unveils the history of Annapolis.

The Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St. in Eastport, reveals the history of Chesapeake Bay. The Banneker-Douglass Museum, 84 Franklin St., tells the story of African-Americans’ role in Maryland.

Tours are available to visit historic sites and homes. Four signers of the Declaration of Independence lived in Annapolis.

“Any type of experience you’re looking for, Annapolis has a wide selection to choose from,” Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce CEO Bob Burdon said.

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Jewelers or W.R. Chance Jewelers for some fine jewelry. Looking for apparel?

Try Brown Eyed Girl or Madison.

Visit one of the county’s malls. Westfield Annapolis mall, www.westfield. com/annapolis, has Lord & Taylor and Nordstrom. Marley Station Mall, www.marleystation.com, has Sears and JCPenney. Arundel Mills, www.simon. com/mall/arundel-mills, has Bass Pro Shop and Medieval Times.

Live music With music genres like soul, go-go, jazz, blues, country, rock and so much more, there is something for everyone. Not only will you enjoy a night of delightful music, but great food and drinks, too. Get ready for a night filled with music and fun.

National acts such as Regina Belle,

Ryan Cain & the Ables and Nick Colionne take the stage Annapolis’ Rams Head On Stage.

Rams Head Center Stage, located at Maryland Live! casino, delivers performances from popular artists including Mint Condition, Starcrush, Lou Gramm and Modern English.

The Rockfish, 400 Sixth St., offers award winning cuisine, fine drinks and live music.

Head to The Federal House, 22 Market Place, to enjoy some live music during the week while indulging in their award-winning cream of crab soup. In addition to the live music, there are DJs on the weekends and poker every Tuesday.

How can you pass up this motto: “Where downtown Annapolis goes for live music.” At Armadillo’s Bar & Grill, 132 Dock St., they’re known for their great food, drinks and entertainment.

Offering live music every Friday night from 10 p.m. until closing.

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SHOPPING & ENTERTAINMENT The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra performs the Festive Overture

by Dmitri Shostakovich at the Summer Pops in the Park concert at Quiet Waters Park.

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Slots, shopping & Shakespeare

By MYAVA MITCHELL mmitchell@capgaznews.com Roll the dice. Trace the steps of America’s forefathers.

Browse for bargains. Or catch a rock ’n‘ roll legend live.

Anne Arundel County offers a diverse range of entertainment options from Maryland Live! casino in Hanover to the Annapolis Shakespeare Co. to mall shopping and the homes of four Declaration of Independence signers.

The county features live music and arts venues such as the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn Park and Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis. The Maryland Renaissance Festival is held annually in Crownsville. Maryland Hall for the Creative Art’s tenants include the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra and it is the site of the county’s annual Battle of the Bands.

“Annapolis has casual sophistication reflected in the shops, galleries and restaurants in our district,” Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference & Visitors Bureau CEO Connie Del Signore said.

“There is plenty to do and plenty to entertain visitors.”

Here’s a look at some of the shopping and entertainment options the county offers.

Shopping Whether you’re looking for unique, trendy, expensive or professional attire, Annapolis has an abundant of shops, boutiques and malls to choose from.

Take a walk down Annapolis’ historic downtown streets.

You can lose track of time visiting shops along City Dock, Maryland Avenue and Main Street. Try Gregory Guzzi (See SHOP, Page 15)

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Alternatively, a date could also include the $200 St. John cocktail at Osteria 177, a perfectly prepared filet ($40) or Aegean Shrimp ($28.95) from Lewnes Steakhouse and a lucky gamble at Maryland Live! casino.

Meanwhile, down twisting, hidden roads one can find restaurants locals frequent.

Cantler’s is a famous crabhouse. Difficult to find but well worth the effort, the restaurant is enjoyed by locals for casual atmosphere on the water and mounds of crabs.

Deep Creek Restaurant and Marina and The Point, both in Arnold, are other hidden spots where visitors and locals can pull up the boat, sit at the bar and enjoy a menu that has something for everyone. Deep Creek is famous for its Sunday brunch, which offers more than 13 dishes and a bottomless Bloody Mary and margarita bar for $13.99.

The Point has large garage doors that open in warm weather, a bar that invites folks to linger and a welcoming atmosphere.

Neighborhood favorites also include throwing darts at Heroes in West Annapolis, downing chili and beers at Davis’ Pub, or reciting the national anthem each morning at Chick and Ruth’s Delly.

Anne Arundel’s vibrant immigrant community is represented by a growing number of Asian, Indian and Latino citizens, some of whom own restaurants and cafes. Basmati Indian Cuisine offers an $11.95 lunch buffet.

Jack’s Fortune near Bay Ridge is known for its Chinese food. Jalapeno’s in Parole is famous for bringing the concept of Spanish tapas to the area before it became a culinary staple.

Culinary treats don’t stop at the security gates. BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport offers several wine bars and branches of local restaurants including DuClaw Brewing Co., The Greene Turtle and Obrycki’s Restaurant and Bar.

• Carrol’s Creek — 410 Severn Ave. in Annapolis — This restaurant offers outside seating that overlooks Spa Creek and the Naval Academy.

• Osteria 177 — 177 Main St. in Annapolis — Chef/owner Arturo Ottaviano replicates the Italian version of a bistro at his upscale restaurant.

• Lewnes’ — 401 Fourth St. in Annapolis — Lewnes’ is a traditional masculine steak house, replete with tall booths, low lighting and great cocktails.

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Fine dining

Date night • Vin 909 — 909 Bay Ridge Ave. in Annapolis — Located in a small bungalow in the heart of Eastport, the wine list here represents every palate and budget with a special nod to area hipsters.

• Pirates Cove — 4817 Riverside Drive in Galesville — The restaurant offers beautiful sunsets overlooking the West River and a traditional Maryland menu that highlights seafood, crab and excellent steaks.

• The Prime Rib at Maryland Live! — 7002 Arundel Mills Circle in Hanover — The Prime Rib is an elegant establishment that serves traditional steakhouse fare.

Interesting international • Jalapeno’s — 85 Forest Plaza in Annapolis — Jalapeno’s has a small bar area which offers happy hour specials and a variety of appetizers.

• Saigon Palace — 10 Mayo Road in Edgewater — Excellent pho can be found in this small restaurant located in a strip mall on Mayo Road.

• Les Folies Brasserie — 2552 Riva Road in Annapolis — The French have perfected romance and this outpost on Riva Road just off Route 50 east offers the best French food and wine in the county.

Neighborhood favorites • Galway Bay — 63 Maryland Ave. in Annapolis — If you want to sit back in an authentic Irish bar for a drink or two and partake of authentic Irish-by-way-of-the-Chesapeake food, try Galway Bay. • b.b. Bistro — 112 Annapolis St. in Annapolis — Only open for breakfast or lunch and closed on weekends, b.b. Bistro is nevertheless a neighborhood favorite for anyone working near West Annapolis, Rowe Boulevard or the Naval Academy.

• Davis’ Pub — 400 Chester Ave. in Eastport — Located in a quiet residential area across the street from Back Creek, Davis’ is a retreat for local watermen, boaters, neighborhood families and even the occasional barfly.

Cool finds These unique and sometimes funky spots are small, locally owned restaurants.

• Ann’s DARI Crème — 7918 Ritchie Highway in Glen Burnie — Offers the best foot-long hot dogs and all the fixings you will ever wait in line for. The shakes are worth the calories and it’s amazing to watch the friendly workers take all those orders without writing anything down.

• Carlson’s Donuts and Thai Kitchen — 1022 West St. in Annapolis — The setting is very casual, and it is admittedly strange to find fresh hot donuts at a Thai restaurant. But you will love it.

• Chick and Ruth’s Delly — 165 Main St. in Annapolis — The walls are lined with photos of politicians, Naval officers and Marines. Sandwiches are piled high with deli meats, krauts and pickles are named after governors, senators and mayors. The Pledge of Allegiance is recited every day promptly at 9 a.m.

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Crab Cake Café Executive Chef Catherine Witt with a traditional Maryland crab cake.

Best crab cakes Capital Gazette Correspondent JLD Davis rated local crab cake creations by averaging the scores for size (volume, weight), chunk size, filler and our subjective taste score to come up with the final crab cake rankings. Here’s how they panned out: • No. 1: Edgewater Restaurant — Jumbo lump one-cake platter $17.95 — 148 Mayo Road in Edgewater.

• No. 2: G&M Restaurant & Lounge — $15 — 804 Hammonds Ferry Road in Linthicum Heights. www.gandmcrabcakes.com.

• No. 3: Jerry’s Seafood — “Firecracker” $33 -— 15211 Major Lansdale Blvd. in Bowie. www. jerrysseafood.com.

• No. 4: Crab Cake Café — $14 — 2641 Riva Road in Annapolis. www.crabcakecafe.com.

• No. 5: Hellas Restaurant & Lounge — Crab cake platter $18 — 8498 Veterans Highway in Millersville. www.hellasrestaurantandlounge.com.

• No. 6: Mike’s Crab House — $23 — 3030 Riva Road in Riva. www.mikescrabhouse.com.

• No. 7: The Narrows — $35.95 — 3023 Kent Narrows Way S. in Grasonville. www.thenarrowsrestaurant.com.

• No. 8: Cantler’s Riverside Inn — Two lump crab cakes $31 — 458 Forest Beach Road in Annapolis. www.cantlers.com.

• No. 9: Buddy’s Crabs and Ribs — “Big Buddy” $17 — 100 Main St. in Annapolis. www.buddysannap.com.

• No. 10: Harris Crab House & Seafood Restaurant — $12.50 — 433 Kent Narrow Way N. in Grasonville. www.harriscrabhouse.com.

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LOCAL DINING DELICACIES Where to find the area’s most craved after eats.

Gambrills’ Roundz Gourmet Market & Catering uses locally grown ingredients in its recipes.

Chick & Ruth’s Delly’s 6-pound shake costs $17.95.

Pip’s Dock Street Dogs’ $4 Devil Dog is topped with habanero salsa, habanero mustard, tabasco sauce and a poblano pepper.

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The Point Crab House & Grill on Mill Creek in Arnold features a wraparound outdoor deck and dining area.

Anne Arundel restaurants offer cuisine for every taste

By DIANA LOVE Correspondent Anne Arundel is characterized by acres of rolling hills and farmland as well as by miles of shoreline. Because of the county’s situation and rich outdoors heritage, dining here can be uniquely relaxed: With the exception of just a few establishments, folks in suits and ties mingle with others in flipflops and golf shirts.

Professionals and gourmands alike meet over contemporary and gourmet fare in sophisticated settings that often offer a backdrop of outstanding water views. When work is done, date night in the county can range from an afternoon of sailing to an evening at the opera.

For every fun and exciting way to spend time together, there is a place to mingle over good food. A date can be cheap and casual: perhaps sharing

The Edgewater Restaurant took a top prize in The Capital ’s 2013 Readers Choice awards.

Adam’s Ribs started as a single restaurant in Edgewater in 1981 and has expanded to six locations known for their signature slow-cooked ribs.

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Sandesh Pedru, left, Devendra Sapkota, Augustine Dsouza and Jeeson Dsouza of Basmati, a new Indian restaurant in Parole. a $7 confection from Sofi’s Crepes and a free concert at City Dock or an afternoon stroll through the historic maritime district of Eastport with a lunch of two True Blue

Maryland crab cakes and sides for $18.99 at Wild Country Seafood on Second Street and Bay Shore.

(See CUISINE, Page 12)

Osteria 177’s $200 St. John is a mixture of cognac, orange liqueur, Meyer lemon, saffroninfused simple syrup and lemon juice with a splash of gold flakes.

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SPECTRUM OF ANNE ARUNDEL TOP TO BOTTOM: Airplanes sit on the tarmac at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport in Linthicum; Sailboats cruise past Greenbury Point at dusk; Baldwin Memorial United Methodist Church in Crownsville; Waugh Chapel Shopping Center in Crofton; Horses graze in a field on a farm in south county.

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What’s cooking in Crofton

By ZACHARY POPE Contributor ne of the great things about being a chef is that I can practice my art anywhere.

Who doesn’t need food?

Yet, with no geographical limitations, I chose to live and run my business in the Crofton/Gambrills region.

I’ve lived in Texas, Maryland, Washington, D.C., Virginia and briefly in Ireland. But when it came time to settle down, my wife Jennifer and I explored the region before planting our family in Crofton a decade ago.

When I was ready to establish a storefront for my catering business, I considered many locations but kept coming back to one driving desire: I wanted to cater to my community.

So, almost two years ago, I cut the ribbon on Roundz Gourmet Market & Catering in Gambrills, just a mile from my Crofton home.

If you live here, you know the location is prime. We are nestled in a comfortable pocket between Baltimore, the District and Annapolis. We are close enough to take advantage of the myriad of benefits available in bustling metropolitan areas, yet far enough to still feel rural. Location, along with other amenities, is why Money magazine has twice recognized Crofton in its annual listing of best places to live.

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community.

With my home and business here, I have a keen interest in local happenings. Crofton has seen tremendous growth and change. I’ve listened to customers at my counter talking about the pros and cons of development. I’ve heard discussions about how to preserve the essence of what is great about this area in the face of expansion.

The one constant? A great community is made of great people.

Great people take an interest in what’s happening. They turn out to support a food drive for Crofton Pantry. They are passionate about local education and programs for kids.

They frequent local businesses. They help each other when faced with disasters, as we saw during the derecho in 2012.

I’ve worked with a range of community groups. I am encouraged by the energy and enterprising spirit in so many people I’ve met.

They are the soul of the Crofton/Gambrills area, the key to a successful future and the reason this area will remain a great place to live.

Chef Zachary Pope is the owner of Roundz Gourmet Market & Catering in Gambrills.

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Zachary Pope is owner of Roundz Gourmet Market & Catering. He moved to the Annapolis area with his family as a child. He attended culinary school in Baltimore. He lives in Crofton with his wife Jennifer and their two sons.

Business owner loving west county’s makeover

By LISA ENNIS Contributor ’ve owned and operated a business in west Anne Arundel County, going into my 20th year.

Growing up in what is known as Anne Arundel County in what is known to me as Gambrills, I would have never imagined placing my business in Odenton.

Before we look into the future, let’s take a glance back: My business was originally in Hanover, right on Dorsey Road, for 10 years. After Arundel Mills mall came, people didn’t find themselves driving on Dorsey Road, making it one lonely highway. The center that I was in was like a ghost town. This forced me to find a new location, so we moved to Odenton.

The move has been great. West county has changed significantly. It’s not this slow country town, it has

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become a major cosmopolitan city and I LOVE IT! Today, I’m happy that my salon business sits in the midst of what is known as the Odenton Town Center.

Since the growth of west Anne Arundel County in the past decade, the diversity of the people living in the area has multiplied. The assortment of people that have been visiting our salon has been tremendous.

I’ve also noticed that there has also been a tremendous amount of growth in the new businesses here in west county, smaller and larger companies, especially the restaurants. Now we don’t have to travel far for good eating.

West Anne Arundel County — I’m so fortunate to be a part of the history and its future.

I’m loving it!

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African-American history abounds in Annapolis

By JANICE HAYES-WILLIAMS Contributor nce hailed as the “Athens of America,” Annapolis has been the port of call for ethnicities from around the world including England, France, Ireland, East India, Italy, Greece and Africa. Many gates, many gardens and many secrets; Annapolis, Maryland’s state capital, is the beautiful little “City on the Severn.”

The AfricanAmerican community or “Community of People of Color” has been an integral part of Annapolis since arriving at the Annapolis City Dock as cargo around 1700. The arrival of all persons in bondage at WILLIAMS the Annapolis City Dock has been memorialized through the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial.

Upon arrival, enslaved Africans and indentured European servants began families, produced a vibrant mixed-race — free black and enslaved — community and have remained one-third of a diverse population in Annapolis for more than 300 years.

Dr. Daniel Hale Williams lived at Church and Main streets as a young boy and attended the Stanton Colored School at West Washington Street built by free men of color. Sall Wilkes, the favored slave of Col. Edward Lloyd IV, living at Maryland Avenue, and Smith Price, in 1803 founder of the first Church for People of Color, now called Asbury United Methodist Church on West Street, were his great-grandparents.

Williams, in a Chicago hospital, became the first doctor in the world to open a heart and repair it, and was the first person of color to be president of Howard University Hospital.

Annapolis also was the home of William H. Butler, the first person of color elected to public office in Maryland by virtue of his election to the Annapolis City Council.

Butler lived at Duke of Gloucester Street.

Frederick Douglass, who went from fugitive slave to ambassador, built his summer home in the town of Highland Beach, founded by his son Charles Douglass 150 years ago. At Franklin Street, the Banneker-Douglass Museum, a repository for African-American history in Maryland, is named in his honor.

People of color in the City of Annapolis continuously participate in every episode of American history; forever “Freedom Bound.”

Explore Annapolis and enjoy. There is history around every corner.

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The Alex Haley statue gets a light coating of snow.

A display at the BannekerDouglass Museum.

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Brooklyn native’s roots run deep in north county Belinda Fraley Huesman is a Brooklyn native and the director of the Chesapeake Arts Center.

By BELINDA FRALEY HUESMAN Contributor grew up in Brooklyn and then moved to Brooklyn Park when I was 10. I’m proud to say I’m native to this area, which shaped who I am.

I attended Brooklyn Park High School, which serves the community as a multiuse facility. It’s home to the Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park Middle School, the senior center, Anne Arundel County Parks and Recreation and the police DARE program.

I feel at home when I walk through the doors of Chesapeake Arts Center each day. Growing up in Brooklyn Park has given me roots and wings.

My grandparents lived in Arundel Gardens across from the old high school, and several aunts and uncles lived in Brooklyn. On Saturdays, my Aunt Loretta, who lived on Church Street for 50 years, would take my twin and me to Cross Street Market to shop.

My sister, Brenda, and I attended many tap and ballet classes at the recreation center on Patapso Avenue

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and had our recitals at Ben Franklin.

Some of my childhood friends are still friends today.

Anyone can be counted on to lend a helping hand to a family in need.

Many are pillars in the community today who give generously of their time and resources and who do not want recognition.

The community was built on the notion the value of work will take you anywhere you need to go. My dad came to town on a train when he was 9 and sold papers in Patapsco and Hanover.

In time, he built his own business, and my mom was the bookkeeper.

Eventually we all worked for the business, which is still viable today.

The success of anyone from this area stems from hard work. That hard work has given flight to many a dream, and I have seen some fly away to capture their dreams. But they never forget where they came from.

Brooklyn Park was and is a strong community. I have my roots here, but it gave me wings to fly.

Winemakers find south county a tranquil retreat

By MAUREEN and DOUG HEIMBUCH Contributors outh county is a great place to live and, for us, to work. Our vineyards and winery are at our farm, Thanksgiving Farm, in Harwood.

We get to enjoy the tranquility of south county — with its gentle rolling hills, beautiful old specimen trees, and diverse wildlife — while starting a family owned and operated agriculturally based business. We can do this in south county and still have easy access to the Chesapeake Bay, as well as the cultural and educational resources of Baltimore, Annapolis and Washington, D.C. For us, south county is the perfect location.

The members of the farming community are supportive of each other and work together to preserve this economy and way of life. A recent farm-to-fork dinner brought the Harwood farming community together to source almost all of the ingredients — meats, vegetables and wine — for the evening’s festivities.

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Likewise, local restaurants and caterers in south county support the farming community through their buy-local efforts.

The people of south county care tremendously about the area and strive not only to maintain its rural and agricultural character but also to preserve its historical resources.

Many of the property owners have taken steps to preserve their farms in south county for future generations by placing conservation or agricultural easements or other development restrictions on their lands.

Furthermore, many of the old properties have been lovingly maintained or restored to protect the historic resources of south county and have been placed on the state or national registers of historic places.

The south county community comes together regularly and supports the South County House and Garden Tour by opening our homes to visitors to raise money for preservation.

All these efforts help protect the charm of our community. It’s what makes it a special place to live and work.

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Maureen and Doug Heimbuch are the owners of Thanksgiving Farm in Harwood.

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Author finds perfect plot in Anne Arundel

By LUCIA ROBSON Contributor t was a revelation.

A single library card accepted in every library.

In 1975, as a newly minted Florida State University Library School graduate, I was offered a job at the North County Library in Glen Burnie. The Anne Arundel Public Library System included all the branches in the county, and that was the first clue that I had lucked into an extraordinary location. Where I grew up, each city’s library card was no good at a county library.

Not at my new home.

North County and later Eastport Annapolis Neck libraries were wonderful places to work and some of my colleagues have remained lifelong friends. In those first few months, however, I had to learn the North Anne Arundel County dialect.

For instance, one evening a patron asked for the book Turtle Woman. I was searching through the catalog, muttering “Turtle Woman, Turtle woman,” when she said, “That’s T-ot-a-l. Turtle woman.”

So, I had a job, but I had to find shelter. Enter real estate agent extraordinaire Nancy Kennerly. I fell in love with the second house she showed me. My boss at the library thought I was crazy to accept the outrageous asking price of $37,000. I could understand why, and I didn’t even know then that the iron barrel serving as a septic tank had rusted out and within a few weeks raw sewage would be flowing through the basement.

The house was an uninsulated 1926 summer cottage with three tiny bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room that was little more than a hallway, and a one-and-a-half-butt kitchen. It had ancient casement windows with no screens, a fireplace

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Lucia Robson on the deck of her home. with no flue, and almost no closets.

But the screen porch provided a sweeping view of Chase Creek far below and the Severn River beyond.

I moved in the Fourth of July weekend of 1975.

Thirty-eight years later, I’m still here.

Every day I’m grateful to be living in Anne Arundel County because of a third stroke of luck after landing a good job and finding a house with personality and a water view.

That was because I had taken up

residence in Pines on the Severn, a community I’ve come to think of as my own slice of paradise.

In the middle of the Baltimore/ D.C. metroplex, my dead-end street is quiet. Deep, lush green ravines thread through it and give shelter to all sorts of wildlife. Here in Lower Pines the river is a short walk down the hill. The tall trees and dense shrubbery provide privacy for houses set all catawampus because of the terrain. Despite that, there’s a real sense of community here.

The fourth helping of good luck is living about two miles from the back gate of the Naval Academy. I’ve had many occasions to visit their millionvolume library. As for Annapolis, I doubt there’s a more charming city anywhere in the country.

And one library card fits all.

Lucia St. Clair Robson is a former librarian and author of nine historical novels. She has lived in Anne Arundel County for 38 years.

INSIDE: Residents tell us why they love their part of Anne Arundel County.

North county: Page 5

South county: Page 5

Annapolis: Page 6

Crofton: Page 7

West county: Page 7

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WHAT’S INSIDE Residents tell why they love it here. Pages 4-8

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Dining / 10 | Shopping / 13 | Farmers markets / 17 | Music venues / 24 | Pamper yourself / 27

Recreational activities / 30 | Fishing and crabbing info / 32 | Must-see events / 33 | Golf courses / 36

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School calendar / 38 | New mandates for county schools / 39 | Schools list / 43 | Naval Academy / 54

How are public institutions faring? / 56 | Directory / 60 | Seniors / 65 | Election / 97 | Calendar / 101

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Looking for a place to dine?

There are options for every taste. Page 10

Fishing, crabbing, boating, swimming: It’s all a part of life on the bay. Page 30

Schools adjust to new standards, expand cutting edge programs. Page 39

County government, libraries see post-recession revenue bounce. Page 56

Entertainment & shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Farmers markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Music venues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Pamper yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Fishing & crabbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Must see sports events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Golf courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

School calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Public, private schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Naval Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Map: Anne Arundel at a glance . . . . . . . . . 58 Guide to public officials, organizations . . . . 60 Senior, adult services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Voters face plenty of choices in 2014. . . . . 97 Utilities, household info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

WELCOME

ON THE COVER

From the Publisher

Two of the three photos on the cover of this year’s Guidebook were submitted by readers. Kelly Hunt submitted “Sandy Point Sunrise,” at top, and Kristine Lochart submitted “Annapolis at Dusk,” at bottom.

Staff photographer Paul W. Gillespie captured the middle photo. An old barn and field in southern Anne Arundel County is representative of much of the area.

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rom Deale to Pasadena, from the busy runways at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport to the historic back streets of Annapolis, and from Crofton to the Broadneck Peninsula, Anne Arundel is a county on the move.

Like great seafood? We’ve got it.

Like history? We’ve got it. Like the arts? We’ve got it.

Welcome to the 23rd edition of our annual Guidebook to Anne Arundel County. If you’re like me, you’ll be putting this on your coffee table to refer to through the next year. And then when your favorite uncle comes to town, you’ll know exactly where to take him for dinner.

Some improvements this year include more on restaurants and dining out, more columns from people like you about why they love living here and some big improvements to our website for the guidebook. You’ll be seeing updates to the site throughout the year at www.capitalgazette.com/guidebook.

I hope you enjoy this publication. Like me, I’ll bet you learn a little more about this great community we call home.

Pat Richardson Publisher

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