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The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office presents “Picturing Women Inventors” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers in this remarkable group of inventors.
The posters will be on view at the Odenton Library March 1-31. Use the link below for directions and the phone number to the Odenton Library.
Maryland Day WeekendTime:All DayLocations:
Anne Arundel County
Details:Enjoy FREE admission to regional parks: Quiet Waters Park, Kinder Farm Park, Downs Memorial Park, and Fort Smallwood Park. Plus free admission, tours and special activities at historic sites: Historic London Town & Gardens and Historic Hancock’s Resolution. No pre-registration necessary.
Blacksmith Shop WorkdayTime:1:00pm - 4:00pmLocations:
Kinder Farm Park
Details:Stop by the Kinder Farm Park Blacksmith Shop and watch the Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild members forging metal, using various tools. Stand on the sidelines and view a trade that is over 100 years old but still very much alive today at Kinder Farm Park. The Blacksmith Shop is open on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday nights from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Kinder Farm Park Owl ProwlTime:7:30pm - 8:30pmLocations:
Kinder Farm Park Visitor Center
Details:Come take a walk in Kinder Farm Park to look for owls and other nocturnal animals in the park. Participants will meet at the Park Visitor Center to go over interesting facts about owls and to familiar themselves with the owl calls. Then they will take an hour walk around the park to popular owl nesting sites with the hope to not just hear owls, but to also see some. Please dress for the weather, a long walk, and bring a flashlight. Please email Ranger Overman at [email protected] to sign up.
The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office presents “Picturing Women Inventors” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers in this remarkable group of inventors.
The posters will be on view at the Odenton Library March 1-31. Use the link below for directions and the phone number to the Odenton Library.
Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild MeetingTime:7:00pm - 10:00pmLocations:
Kinder Farm Park
Details:The Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild meets every Monday at 7:00 p.m. Members learn and practice new techniques as they work on their projects. No registration required. No gate fees.
The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office presents “Picturing Women Inventors” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers in this remarkable group of inventors.
The posters will be on view at the Odenton Library March 1-31. Use the link below for directions and the phone number to the Odenton Library.
Coffee with a RecruiterTime:8:00am - 12:00pmLocations:
See Below for Location Address
Details:
The Anne Arundel County Police Recruitment Unit will be hosting "Coffee with a Recruiter". Enjoy a cup of Java and engage in conversation towards your future career with the Agency.
The event will be held at THE BIG BEAN at 888 Bestgate Rd Suit 100 Annapolis MD 21401.
The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office presents “Picturing Women Inventors” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers in this remarkable group of inventors.
The posters will be on view at the Odenton Library March 1-31. Use the link below for directions and the phone number to the Odenton Library.
Coffee with a RangerTime:9:00am - 10:00amLocations:
Fort Smallwood Park
Details:Come join a ranger at the Cedar Pavilion of Fort Smallwood Park on Wednesday's from 9-10 AM for a free cup of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa! Ask questions about the park, local flora and fauna, or simply get to know the rangers a little bit better while you enjoy a warm beverage. This is a FREE program, excluding the $6 park entrance fee. All ages welcome, no registration required.
Pollinator WednesdayTime:9:00am - 12:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary - Emory Waters Nature Preserve
Join staff and volunteers on Wednesdays 9 am - 12 noon at the Emory Waters Nature Preserve to work in our pollinator gardens. To beat the heat we will meet 8-11 am June 21-Sept 15. See Jug Bay’s newest property and learn about native perennials that support our native butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Volunteers will weed, mulch, prune, and plant to revive, maintain, and build pollinator gardens. Meet new friends and enjoy interesting conversations. Bring gardening gloves, your favorite tools, and plenty of drinking water. Current health guidelines will be enforced. Ages: 12 and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Walk-ins welcome! Groups of five or more please call Debra at 410-222- 8006 to arrange. Proceed through the driveway gate about 1 mile to the second white house.
The Planning Advisory Board will meet on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 6:00 PM.
*** Meeting will be held through Zoom (via computer or phone) – see below for details ***
The Board’s tentative agenda is:
*Call to Order
*Approval of Agenda
Master Plan for Water Supply and Sewerage Systems Amendment: Severn School
Summary of testimony
*PAB Deliberation and Recommendation
Preliminary Draft Code/Regulatory Changes for the Parole Town Center Master Plan
Summary of Code Changes
*PAB Questions and Comments
Draft Green Infrastructure Master Plan
*Summary of County Council Amendments
*Adjournment
*Administrative Business
* Indicates Planning Advisory Board discussion. No public comment will be received during these items.
How to attend this meeting:
Please use the link below to register for the webinar. After registering to attend the Zoom, you
will receive a confirmation email containing a link to join the webinar. If you require assistance
registering for the Zoom, call 410-222-7432.
Master Plan for Water Supply and Sewerage Systems - Severn School Amendment Written
Testimony:
The Planning Advisory Board will accept written testimony on the Severn School Amendment to
the Master Plan for Water Supply and Sewerage Systems between March 23rd and 8 AM on
March 29, 2022. Please email your comments to [email protected].
The Smithsonian and the United States Patent and Trademark Office presents “Picturing Women Inventors” a poster exhibition that explores the inventions of 19 highly accomplished American women. Astronauts, computer pioneers, and businesswomen join athletes, engineers, and even teenagers in this remarkable group of inventors.
The posters will be on view at the Odenton Library March 1-31. Use the link below for directions and the phone number to the Odenton Library.
Members of the public who are interested in observing this meeting can contact James Kitchin at [email protected] for the meeting link and additional information.
Field Work FridaysTime:9:00am - 12:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:Kick off the weekend with the great feeling that comes with doing good and important work! Join our Field Work Fridays at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. Every Friday rain or shine, volunteers join staff naturalists to tackle a stewardship project in need of support. Projects include invasive plant removals, trash clean-ups, gardening, citizen science monitoring, and more. Volunteers are welcome to bring a bagged lunch to enjoy after our work is completed. No prior training or experience is necessary to join our Field Work Fridays! Free. Ages 8 and up, minors must be accompanied by a guardian. A notification email will be sent on Thursday to registered participants verifying the project and location. To register go to www.jugbay.org/calendar and click on the event.
Saturday, April 2, 2022
Shoreline CleanupTime:9:00am - 11:00amLocations:
Fort Smallwood Park
Details:Have fun along the water and make a difference by cleaning up our shoreline. Cleanup supplies will be provided. Bring a reusable water bottle, snacks, sunscreen, a hat, gloves, and close-toed shoes. Park entry will be waived for participants but registration is required. To register please contact Ranger Fontes at [email protected] or 410- 222-3354.
Green KidsTime:9:30am - 11:00amLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:
Getting kids outside has never been more important. Children who play outside are more active, more creative in their play, less aggressive, and show better concentration. Bring the kids to Jug Bay for a fun, immersion into nature. We will provide different activities for connecting kids to nature - from a nature scavenger hunt to becoming a wildlife detective, identifying scat (poop), tracks and other animal signs, pond investigation, and free nature play. Nature’s opportunities are endless. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. Ages 6 to 10. Limited to 10 kids. Fee: $6 per child. No refunds for participant cancellations or no shows. This is a drop-off program. Register in ActiveNet, #28020. For questions call 410-222-8006 or email [email protected].
EAB Tree Canopy Citizen Science Training WorkshopTime:10:00am - 2:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:If you like bugs, science, and the outdoors, we have the perfect citizen science project for you! We are seeking volunteers to help carry out a tree canopy survey for Emerald Ash Borers that may be present in the forests of Jug Bay. Volunteers will receive a full field training in field methods and insect identification and are expected to volunteer once per month on a Friday or Saturday from April to August. A typical field day would last approximately four hours and includes off trail treks to four canopy traps to gather samples, followed by a return to the lab to sort the sample into broad insect order categories. Ages: 18 years and older. Free. Register at www.jugbay.org.
Hearth CookingTime:10:00am - 4:00pmLocations:
Historic London Town and Gardens
Details:Join historian, educator, and 18th century cook, Rebecca Suerdick, as she teaches a day-long class on colonial cooking methods and recipes. Cost to be announced. Sign up at www.historiclondontown.org/events.
The Archaeology of Jug Bay: A Hike through HistoryTime:10:00am - 1:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:April has been declared Archaeology Month in Maryland. Archaeology is the scientific study of past human life and culture by the recovery and examination of remaining material evidence. Join expert archaeologist Dr. Zachary (Zac) Singer, the Research Archaeologist at the Maryland Historical Trust, to celebrate Archaeology Month with a hike from the Jug Bay Visitor’s Center to the Jug Bay River Farm. Along the hike (approximately 3-4 miles) you will learn about the many archaeological findings and research sites ranging in occupations from 13,000 years ago to the historic period. Zac will share how these archaeological sites inform us about past ways of life for people occupying the landscape of Jug Bay. The hike will include an artifact show-and-tell. Ages: 12 years old and up. Fee: $10 per person, entrance fee included. Register in ActiveNet, program #28007. For questions call 410-222-8006 or email [email protected].
Awesome OspreysTime:12:30pm - 2:30pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:Join volunteer naturalist Diane Diaz Goebes in searching for ospreys as they return to Jug Bay from Central and South America. Learn about their habits through a short presentation. An easy hike will follow, making various stops along the way to observe these magnificent birds. Cost $5 pp. Includes park entrance fee. Limit: 14. Age: any age able to walk about 2 miles. Register at www.jugbay.org.
Woodcock Evening HikeTime:7:15pm - 8:15pmLocations:
South River Farm Park
Details:It's that time of year when the signs of spring are strong and the unique call and mating ritual of the woodcock is a phenomenon that is exciting to see. Join us for a unique experience with a guest ornithologist who will guide you to witnessing this event. The program will be outside and is weather dependent. To register for this program call 410-222-1978 or register online at https://forms.gle/PZAFHFsWbDkoV8jN6
