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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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Nominations Due FRIDAY for Annual Heritage Awards
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Do you know a great heritage practitioner? Perhaps a valuable staff member or dedicated volunteer you would like to publicly acknowledge?
Four Rivers Heritage Area seeks nominations for its Eighteenth Annual Heritage Awards. These awards recognize individuals, organizations, partnerships, programs and products that contribute significantly to the community by interpreting, promoting, preserving, researching and/or supporting our historical legacy.
In 2021, nominations are invited in ten categories, including Heritage Tourism Product Award, Heritage Volunteer Award, Heritage Partnership Award, Heritage Professional of the Year, Heritage Interpreter of the Year, Legacy Award, and Public/Private Initiative Award. Other categories include the Sponsor of the Year Award, the Stewardship Award, and the Heritage Leadership Award, which goes to an individual for significant and long-lasting contributions to local history and heritage. Self-nominations are accepted. The event will take place on Thursday, November 4 at 5 p.m. at Historic London Town and Gardens.
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MCAAHC 2021 Annual Symposium: The Spirit of the Black Family: Reclaim, Rejoice, Renew, Remember
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Join the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture to celebrate resiliency and commitment through their annual symposium: The Spirit of the Black Family: Reclaim, Rejoice, Renew, Remember. This year’s symposium is held over three days and includes in-person and virtual events including the third installment of BDM’s signature Anti-Racism training with opening remarks from the Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates, Adrienne Jones. Programming also explores health and wellness, education, financial competency, and much more. This year’s symposium guarantees to deliver education, history, and culture for all.
Schedule of Events:
Saturday, October 9, 2021 - BDM “Reclaim” Anti Racism Training, Part III
Virtual event, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, October 10, 2021 - “Rejoice and Remember” Celebration and Ceremony
Hybrid (in-person at BDM and virtual event), 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, October 13, 2021 - “Renew” Educational Webinar
Virtual event, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Saturday, October 9
10:00-11:00 am
Historic London Town and Gardens
839 Londontown Road, Edgewater
The colonial era saw the introduction of coffee, tea and chocolate to the European world. Join Historic London Town to talk about 18th Century coffee culture and taste coffee grown on an estate established in Jamaica in the 18th Century. Cost to participate is $15 for members ages 12+ or $20 for non-members ages 12+. Register for Colonial Coffeehouse.
Also join Historic London Town and Gardens for these events also taking place this week:
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Historic Hauntings Ghost Tours Continue |
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Thursday, October 7, Friday, October 8, & Saturday, October 9
Meet at the Market House Park, 25 Market Space
On this walking tour, you will be led by a spirited guide through the dark alleys, spooky side streets, and lesser-known haunted sites of the old and creaky town of Annapolis. Hear of real diary entries and newspaper articles of what frightened early 18th century folks and how they utilized the moon and candles. Listen to tales of spirits that linger in the mist, and explore one of Annapolis’ best-known cemeteries. Special Historic Hauntings takes you back to a time of superstition and legend. And who knows, after a trip inside Hogshead, your own story may be added to the history of Annapolis.
Cost to participate is Adults, $25; Children (11 and under), $14. Historic Hauntings is presented in partnership between Historic Annapolis and Watermark.
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The Beach Summer Concert Series: Tony Spencer & The Sunset Band - Friday! |
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Friday, October 8
5:30-8:00 pm
StageOne at MC3 (Outdoor Stage at Park Place in Annapolis)
3 Park Place, Annapolis
Grab your beach chairs, umbrellas, blankets and kick-back while enjoying LIVE outdoor performances again at MC3's outdoor venue StageOne.
For the final performance of the series, enjoy traditional and contemporary jazz and r & b with Tony Spencer and The Sunset Band.
Food and drinks from multiple on-site vendors will be available including the famous Annapolis Tiki bar! Guests will not be permitted to bring their own food or alcohol into the venue. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the concert begins at 6:00 PM.
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St. Anne’s Cemetery Tour - Saturday |
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Saturday, October 9
11:00 am-12:30 pm
Tour begins at the cemetery entrance, between Northwest Street and College Creek
Did you know that several of the Hammond-Harwood House’s former occupants are buried in St. Anne’s cemetery?
On this interactive cemetery tour, visitors will discover the fascinating lives of the men and women who called the great house home. Stories of love, tragedy, and insanity will be unearthed in this hour long tour through the winding hills of the burying ground. Participants will receive a half price admission ticket to the Hammond-Harwood House Museum.
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Next Week! Captain Avery Museum's Annual Oyster Festival 2021, October 16
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For 24 years, The Captain Avery Museum Oyster Festival has been a Community Celebration! It is always a great time; with lots of fresh oysters, music, fun, and games! From 12:30 to 5 PM on Saturday, October 16, the grounds and museum of Captain Avery Museum will be turned into a waterside extravaganza. Admission is $10 for Adults and $5 for Children.
This year, there’s a few new twists.
Welcome back Tim and Savannah Finch and the Eastman String Band with sweet vocals and amazing musicians. In the boat house, Hat Trix will also be doing an encore. They are a classic rock band with blues guitar and a 5-string cello bass.
New this year… the Oyster Boys, who love to share their music and stories of life on the Chesapeake Bay. Along with original music and songs of the area, they recount their slightly modified history of the Bay. These boys cross musical genres from swing to waltzes, and from island rhythms to good ol’ rock-and-roll!
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Last Chance to Register - AASLH Online Conference |
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AASLH Online Conference, October 12-15
The 2021 Online Conference will continue to be an inspirational and informative experience. The online meeting will focus on sessions that allow speakers to share their stories, strategies, and expertise while interacting with participants through the chat function and some breakout rooms.
Register now to get access to 12 pre-recorded sessions that are available to view now. Check out the program guide online for a complete list of live sessions, brown bag lunches, happy hours, and discussion groups, which are all included in the Full Access rate of $55 for members/$75 for nonmembers. The deadline to register for the AASLH Online Conference is October 7.
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Miller History Fund Grants |
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The Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr. History Fund provides support for projects at historical organizations throughout the state of Maryland. The goal is to build the long-term resiliency and efficacy of museums, historic sites, and other organizations that make up Maryland’s heritage community. The Miller History Fund is made possible by an annually recurring allocation from the state’s Preservation of Cultural Arts Fund. This fund was proposed by late Senate President Emeritus Thomas V. “Mike” Miller in the 2018 legislative session and enacted into law. The Maryland Center for History and Culture named the fund—formerly known as the Pathways Grant Program—in Senator Miller’s honor in 2021.
2022 IMPORTANT MILLER HISTORY FUND DATES:
October 4, 2021: FY 2022 guidelines and materials published
November 12, 2021: Letters of Intent (LOIs) due
December 10, 2021: Full application due
January 2022: Award announcements made
April 2022: Grant period begins
Applicant Workshop:
Thursday, November 4 | 12-1 PM
What does “capacity-building” mean for my organization? How will applications be ranked and scored? David Belew, Director of Grants & Government Affairs, will walk through the FY2022 grant guidelines, LOI, and application in this applicant workshop.
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Applications Open for 2022 Keep Maryland Beautiful Grants |
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Forever Maryland in partnership with the Maryland Environmental Trust, a unit of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, is now accepting applications for the Keep Maryland Beautiful grants program.
Four different grants are being offered to help volunteer and nonprofit groups, communities, and land trusts support environmental education projects, litter removal, citizen stewardship, and solve natural resource issues in urban and rural areas. The deadline to apply for funding is Nov. 15, 2021. Awards will be announced in spring 2022.
The Keep Maryland Beautiful grants will be offered in two categories: Environmental Education, Community Initiatives, and Cleanups for community groups, local governments, and nonprofits; and Land Trust Capacity, Excellence, and Stewardship for local land trusts.
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Arts Council of Anne Arundel County Mini Grants |
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The Arts Council of Anne Arundel County is now accepting applications for the 2022 Spring Mini Grant program. Funding of up to $2,500 is available to eligible organizations and programs on a dollar-to-dollar matching basis.
Mini Grant support innovative, well-defined arts-related projects that reach a new or broader audience, preferably within underserved communities. In 2021, ACAAC adopted new goals directed towards increasing the diversity of artists and arts organizations supported by its grant programs. This includes prioritizing funding for artistic activities that promote diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice, and are accessible to all. Mini Grant applications that reflect these goals are highly encouraged. Projects that feature partnerships with other arts or community organizations are also encouraged in an effort to engage more local residents in cultural and artistic activities. Arts Council staff is available to assist applicants with outreach and marketing to connect organizations with potential partners and audiences within Anne Arundel County.
2022 Spring Mini Grant applications will be accepted from October 1-31, 2021 for projects taking place between January-June 2022.
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Free Trees! City is Giving Away Trees as Part of Community Canopy Program |
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The City of Annapolis is giving away trees for residents to plant in their yard - free trees. The City’s goal is to increase its urban tree canopy, which benefits residents by capturing carbon, catching stormwater runoff, and reducing energy consumption and utility bills through proper placement of the trees. Plus, trees beautify the City, provide homes for wildlife, and enhance property values.
The initiative, called the “Community Canopy Program,” is a partnership between the City and the Arbor Day Foundation. Households may request up to four trees from a custom web portal (www.arborday.org/annapolis).
The program is only available to residents within Annapolis City limits. Trees are shipped directly and include Black Tupelo, Eastern Redbud, Northern Red Oak, Red Maple and American Sycamore. All of the trees are appropriate for USDA Zone 7, which includes the City of Annapolis (Zone 7b).
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Four Rivers is looking for a dynamic self-starter to join our team! Potential for advancement for the right person.
Four Rivers Heritage Area (one of Maryland’s thirteen certified heritage areas), a nonprofit organization with its office in Annapolis, seeks a part-time Heritage Programs Coordinator. Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communications skills are essential. Grants, tourism, museum, nonprofit management, and preservation experience are preferred. The Heritage Programs Coordinator works under the supervision of the Executive Director. This is a part-time position with flexibility in schedule. To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to Carol Benson, Executive Director, Four Rivers Heritage Area, by email at heritage_area@aacounty.org. The position will remain open until filled.
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Four Rivers Heritage Area | 410-222-1805 | heritage_area@aacounty.org | fourriversheritage.org |
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