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Zachary’s Jewelers Awards Fifth Graders

This spring, Zachary’s Jewelers held its Mother’s Day Jewelry Design Contest, in which fifth graders were encouraged to sketch design pieces of jewelry for their mothers or caregivers and provide a short story about their design. The renowned Annapolis-area jeweler then selected four winners, of which their designs were turned into beautiful pieces of jewelry to give on Mother’s Day. Congratulations to the winners and their families. Pictured left to right: Ava Rexha, Lumturi Huqi, Benjamin Larbalestrier-Conaway, Leslie Rollins of Zachary’s Jewelers, Alisa Larbalestrier, Challie Samaras of Zachary’s Jewelers, Charlotte Reider, Angela Reider, Viola Frazier, and Shannon Barbee.

ANNAPOLIS BUSINESS EARNS AWARD

CovingtonAlsina, an Annapolis-based financial planning firm, was recently named to the University of Florida’s 2022 Gator100 during a ceremony on the UF campus. Each year, the Gator100 recognizes the world’s fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UF alumni. CovingtonAlsina, founded and owned by UF alumna Ann C. Alsina, was chosen from a pool of UF alumni-owned businesses representing seventeen industries from around the world. “Our goal has always been to serve our clients with the highest standard of excellence and add value to our community,” Alsina says. “It is exciting to reach this level of growth and see our team recognized for the hard work put in over the past several years.” Learn more at covingtonalsina.com.

 ROTARY CLUB OF ANNAPOLIS FOUNDATION AWARDS GRANTS

The Rotary Club of Annapolis recently distributed $24,500 in grants from its Foundation. A portion of the revenue from Rotary’s fundraisers coupled with generous individual contributions from members over time have built the Foundation into a sizable resource to benefit the community. A percentage of Foundation funds are distributed each year to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations serving area residents. Foundation Chair Mimi Jones announced $14,500 in grants to the following organizations this year: The Banneker-Douglass Museum; Chesapeake Children’s Museum; Children’s Theatre of Annapolis; The Foundation for Community Betterment; Kunta Kinte Celebrations; Live Water Foundation; and Sail Beyond Cancer. New Generations Director Jerray Slocum announced an additional $10,000 in Foundation grants to Annapolis-area high school seniors graduating with strong academic and community-service records. Nineteen applicants applied for the scholarships, with four awards of $2,500 each given to students from Broadneck High School (2), Rockbridge Academy (1), and St. Mary’s High School (1). Learn more at annapolisrotary.org.

 Annapolis Pediatrics Opens in Pasadena

On May 10, Annapolis Pediatrics cut the ribbon and officially opened the practice’s sixth location in Pasadena. “A special thanks to County Executive Steuart Pittman, elected officials, and the Pasadena Business Association for facilitating and welcoming us to the Pasadena community,” stated the company. “It’s such an honor to be a part of this wonderful community of businesses and families, and to provide care for our patients in the northern Anne Arundel County area.” Learn more at annapolispediatrics.com.

ANNAPOLIS TOWN CENTER WELCOMES WILLIAMS SONOMA, POTTERY BARN, AND WARBY PARKER

Annapolis Town Center, the city’s premier shopping lifestyle destination, has welcomed three new specialty brands to its growing tenant roster: Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and Warby Parker. “We are thrilled by the caliber of specialty brands joining our tenant family,” says Anthony Henry, General Manager of Annapolis Town Center. “I imagine many of our guests will be just as excited to check out the unique furnishings, home décor, and eyewear that they will have access to among other exciting new restaurants, shops, and events this summer.” Learn more at annapolistowncenter.com.

NAMI Walk Organized in Annapolis

Annapolis Church Circle office of Coldwell Banker Realty and Liz Montaner & Crew organized and led the first National Alliance on Mental Health Walk in downtown Annapolis on May 21. The goal was to raise awareness and reduce stigma regarding mental health treatment. They group also raised $6,000 for NAMI MD and NAMI Anne Arundel County chapters as part of the NAMIWalks Your Way 2022 campaign. “Covid has put an even bigger spotlight on the need for better and more comprehensive mental health services for all, and especially the youth,” Montaner said. “We greatly appreciate everyone who participated in the Walk and contributed to our fundraising effort.” Learn more at lizmontaner.com.

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