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During this time of continuing challenges due to COVID-19, we have been sharing online resources and information from our partners. If you haven’t been to our website recently, here are some posts you may have missed.
We will continue to gather resources to keep you informed and to keep all of us connected!
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Events at Hammond-Harwood House This Week |
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Wednesday, November 17
2:00 pm
Hammond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis
Take a tour of the Hammond-Harwood House that compares the customs and social graces of the Loockerman family, who lived in the Hammond-Harwood House in the early 19th century, with those of characters in Jane Austen novels. Cost to participate is $12 or free for members. To make a reservation call: 410-263-4683 x10
Saturday, November 20
10:00 am
Hammond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis
The Hammond-Harwood House offers a two hour in-depth tour of the architecture of the house. The house located at 19 Maryland Avenue was begun in 1774 by the gentleman planter Matthias Hammond. Ardently favoring the cause for freedom, Hammond was elected to the Maryland government in 1773. At the same time, he had begun working with renowned architect William Buckland on plans for a new, elegant townhouse in the most fashionable area of Annapolis. Learn more on this tour!
Cost to participate is $20 per person. To make a reservation call: 410-263-4683 x10.
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Virtual Talk: COP26 Climate Change Conference & What it Means for Maryland |
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Thursday, November 18
7:00 pm
Organization: Annapolis Green
Peter Goodwin, PhD, professor and President of the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science will briefly address the existential nature of the global issues discussed at COP26 and what agreements or pledges made at the higher levels of government mean. Then Maryland Secretary of the Environment Ben Grumbles will then bring the conversation home to Maryland and the Chesapeake region. He was in Glasgow and met with his international and national counterparts. Join Annapolis Green to learn as the Climate Crisis continues to impact everything from weather and health to availability of food and national security.
To register, send an email to bay@annapolisgreen.com with the subject line: COP26. Please include your name to receive the Zoom link prior to the event. This event is free to attend.
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Make-Your-Own Holiday Centerpiece |
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Saturday, November 20
10:00 am & 11:30 am
Rising Sun Inn
1090 Generals Highway, Crownsville
Join the Friends of the Rising Sun Inn for a Make-Your-Own Holiday Centerpiece program. Seating is limited, but there are two sessions.
Start your holiday season with a beautiful, fresh centerpiece. This centerpiece made to last with an evergreen base will take you right from Thanksgiving through to your Christmas table. The price is $60.00 for one centerpiece. If you want to make additional centerpieces advanced ordering is necessary. All materials and instructions are provided by professional florist, Shelly Baker, owner of Shelly’s Blossom Shop. Plus, get tips for changing out your arrangement from Thanksgiving to Christmas in a snap!
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Webinar: How to Engage Your Board in Year-End Giving Season |
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Wednesday, November 17
2:00 pm
Organization: Network for Good
As a nonprofit fundraiser you are about to get extremely busy. Especially now that year-end is here!
There are appeals to create, stories to write, lists to segment, checks to process, donors to thank, social media tactics to learn, and email subject lines to test. At this overwhelming time of year, it’s tricky to juggle all these important tasks. So what’s the best way to get it all done? Delegate!
Since nonprofit board members are constantly told they should participate in fundraising, but “hate asking for money,” they are the perfect candidates to help with your campaign. Come away with actionable steps to take that will actually get your board to participate! Register for How to Engage Your Board in Year-End Giving Season.
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Holiday Greens Sale at Hammond-Harwood House |
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National Electronics Museum Fall Garage Sale 2021 |
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It's time to get your junk on!!!
Because of continuing crowd restrictions the National Electronics Museum is unable to hold its annual swap meet, but they have not stopped accumulating stuff. Therefore to keep storage areas cleared, the museum will be holding an online/limited in-person garage sale throughout the month of November. Click here for a catalogue with brief descriptions, photos and sale prices.
The list will be updated every Wednesday morning through 1 December, so make sure you check back to see what's been added. The proceeds from the sale of the objects will be used to support the mission of the National Electronics Museum.
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Banneker-Douglass Museum Call for Vendors, Performing Artists, Volunteers & Community Partners! |
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Here's your opportunity to be a part of the annual Kwanzaa Celebration (December 11th) at
Banneker-Douglass Museum
They are in search of:
- Local non-profits and community-based businesses.
- Performing artists (Drummers, African dance troops, etc.).
- Volunteers to assist on the day of the event.
- Current and new community partners looking to highlight their platforms and more!
This is an indoor event and space is limited. Please email Director of Programs, Sabriyah Hassan at sabriyah.hassan@maryland.gov no later than Friday, November 19th to express your interest in participating in this event.
African American-themed businesses are encouraged to inquire.
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Anne Arundel County Parks Winter Program Guide is Here!
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Winter is coming! Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks is pleased to offer a full range of award-winning programs this winter. In the pages of this guide, county residents and visitors will find returning favorites along with hybrid programs as we migrate out of the COVID environment. From the First Day Hikes, Ice Skating and Trail Runs to Child Care, Aquatic Programs and Adaptive Winter Recreation, this guide provides something for all ages and abilities. We hope you will Enjoy – Explore – Restore through the programs and activities available.
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Jeff Holland Performing at 49 West |
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The Naval Academy Business Services Division is Hiring |
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The Naval Academy Business Services Division is hiring! They are accepting applications for the following vacancies.
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ArundelAg Mini Grant Program Open for Applications |
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Designed to help Anne Arundel County farmers expand operations, the ArundelAg mini grant provides up to $1,000 with a one-to-one match.
Applications are due December 1. Awards will be announced in early January.
Requirements:
- Anne Arundel County farm
- Funds must be match one-to-one. Example: for a grant request of $500, the applicant must match $500 of their own funding toward the project. In-kind labor and matching funds from other state or federal grants are not eligible toward matching funds.
- Letter of reference from Soil Conservation, UMD Extension, Farm Bureau, or 4-H/FFA Leader.
Sample projects include fencing, foundation livestock or plant stock, marketing & promotional materials, equipment or infrastructure for value-added production, on-farm upgrades to enhance food safety. Administrative expenses, events and décor are not eligible for funding.
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Four Rivers Heritage Area | 410-222-1805 | heritage_area@aacounty.org | fourriversheritage.org |
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