The Anne Arundel County Government consists of Departments and Offices as well as Boards & Commissions and other entities. These entities work together to serve our Citizen's needs.
With almost 54,000 businesses, Anne Arundel County is a major hub of commerce and development. With a $35 billion economy, low taxes, a vast multi-modal transportation system, highly skilled workforce and excellent educational institutions, Anne Arundel County is the premier location to do business.
The gallery is located within the Park Visitors Center. Featured artists shall be:
Jen Sterling, Paintings, Willow Gallery
Janet Ewing,Second Act: For The Love of Art, Garden Gallery
Artist "Meet and Greet" on August 29, 2021
The Archaeology of the Patuxent River: Kayaking through HistoryTime:10:00am - 2:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:Join Anne Arundel County archaeologist Drew Webster in a kayaking expedition to learn about the archaeological and cultural history along the Patuxent River from early occupations over 10,000 years ago to historic times. Drew will share how these archaeological sites inform us about past ways of life along the Patuxent River. The Patuxent River is a relatively slow moving river, but paddlers must be able to propel the canoe or kayak through the water. Bring plenty of water, lunch/snack, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, and closed toed shoes that can get wet. Ages: 13 and older (under 18 with a parent). $25 per person. Register through ActiveNet #26675. For questions, call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@ aacounty.org.
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.
War of 1812 Remembrance and Fall FestivalTime:1:00pm - 4:00pmLocations:
Historic Hancock’s Resolution
Details:War of 1812 Remembrance: Militia muster with cannon. American Schooner Lion of Baltimore burned in Bodkin Creek on August 24, 1814, three weeks before the Battle of Baltimore.
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The Ethics Commission is regularly scheduled to meet on the second Monday of each month, beginning at 4:00 p.m., in the commission’s office, unless rescheduled by the commission. The commission will also have a contingent meeting scheduled for the third Monday of each month. The open portion of the meeting is usually quite brief, about 5-15 minutes. Visitors are welcome to attend the open portion of the meeting. If a person would like to bring a matter to the commission's attention or otherwise be heard during either the open or closed portion of the meeting, that person must notify the commission at least 24 hours prior to the meeting, providing that person's name and contact information. The commission has the discretion to permit a person to address the commission during a meeting, and may limit the time for the remarks of any speaker. The commission will not respond to questions or comments during a meeting, but upon request, will respond in writing to any speaker within a reasonable time after the meeting.
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.
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Board of Health/County Council Work SessionTime:9:00am - 11:00amLocations:
Virtual Meeting
Details:Worksessions are subject to change. Please view the Printable Meeting Schedule link on the main Council web page for information on an upcoming worksession.
Preschool Explorers!Time:10:00am - 11:30amLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:Bring the little ones to explore nature! Learn about a nature topic and then head out to experience the Sanctuary. We look, feel, listen, and discover at preschooler speed. Dress for the weather – we will always try to go outside! Parents play along with their children. Ages: 3-5. Fee: $6 per child, payable at program. Register the child or children only. Registration and current health guidelines required. To register go to www.jugbay.org/calendar and click on the event.
Bicycle Advisory Commission MeetingTime:11:00am - 1:00pmLocations:
See Below for Location Address
Details:The Bicycle Advisory Commission meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at various locations in Anne Arundel County. Bicycle Advisory Commission meeting location to be determined.
Annapolis, Md Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman will announce DPW grant funding awards for exceeding discharge permit requirements, reducing pollutants to the Chesapeake Bay
Who:
Steuart Pittman, Anne Arundel County Executive
Chris Phipps, Director, Department of Public Works
Gavin Buckley, City of Annapolis
WHEN: Tuesday, October 12 at 11am
WHERE: The event will take place on Zoom. Members of the media should RSVP to Jenny Proebstle at [email protected] to receive the login information.
Annapolis, Md Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman joined by Councilmember cosponsors will sign Bill 72-21, setting Prevailing Wages for construction trade workers in Anne Arundel County.
WHO:
Steuart Pittman, Anne Arundel County Executive
Sarah Lacey, Council Chairman
Lisa Rodvien, Council Vice Chairman
Allison Pickard, Councilmember
WHEN: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 5:30pm
WHERE: The signing will take place at the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Headquarters at 7234 Parkway Drive Hanover, MD. Members of the press should
contact Renesha Alphonso at [email protected] to RSVP for instructions on how to access the building.
Anyone wishing to speak for or against any Application should attend. Please call 410.222.1148 with any questions.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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.
This meeting of the Planning Advisory Board has been canceled.
The Planning Advisory Board (PAB) makes advisory recommendations to the Planning and Zoning Officer and the County Council relating to the Master Plan, the zoning maps, and rules and regulations relating to zoning.
Preschool Nature HourTime:10:00am - 11:00amLocations:
Downs Park
Details:Children and parents will learn about a different animal each week that makes its habitat at Downs Park with a story and other animal-centric activities. Entrance fee waived for participants. Please contact Ranger Turner at [email protected] for more information or to register.
Rabies clinics at Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control resumed beginning Thursday May 14, 2020. Effective Thursday June 11, 2020 Animal Care & Control will be resuming microchip implantations. The procedures have been modified to comply with social distancing, restrictions on gatherings and to ensure the health well being of citizens and Animal Care & Control team members/contractors as best we can. We have been adjusting the clinic each week to find the most effective and efficient ways of providing the services and we will continue to review in an attempt to improve the process. We continue to ask for your patience as we work out the kinks of this new process.
Animal Care & Control will be pre-scheduling the services by appointment. Go to https://www.aacounty.org/departments/animal-control/rabies-clinic-scheduling/index.html to request an appointment. We apologize but the number of citizens/animals serviced will be limited however we believe the number of appointments available is commensurate with the current need.
A few things to note:
Clinic attendees MUST BE Anne Arundel County County Residents and are limited to bringing two (2) pets per appointment.
Attendees WILL NOT be allowed inside Animal Care & Control as the building is CLOSED to the public
Attendees MUST remain in their vehicle unless/until instructed otherwise by our team member
Attendees MUST be wearing a mask over their mouth & nose (even when 6 feet or greater from our team members)
All dogs MUST BE ON A 6 FOOT LEASH (attendees will be given instructions on how to transfer the animal to our team member while ensuring social distancing)
All cats MUST BE IN A CARRIER (attendees will be given instructions on how to transfer the animal to our team member while ensuring social distancing)
Attendees MUST remain at least 6 feet from our team members and MAY NOT linger outside their vehicle.
Animal Care & Control WILL NOT be offering these services (for the time being) for animals that require a muzzle or “do best” when handled by their owner for safety reasons. Please contact your regular full service veterinarian for assistance.
Attendees will be providing ALL necessary information regarding themselves, their animal and identifying information about their vehicle when the appointment is made.
Payment will be made OVER THE PHONE and proof of ID must be provided when we call to provide your appointment time. An AACACC team member will call you to obtain payment and provide your appointment time between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
If you are not here on the correct date and at the time of your appointment you will be rescheduled for another date/time
License renewals must be mailed in
Rabies Vaccination cost is $5.00.
Microchip Implantation is $20.00
Low cost rabies vaccinations and microchip implantations are available on specific Thursdays(except holidays) for a period of 3 hours at Anne Arundel County Animal Care & Control. Times are dependent on the season and we do have some clinics with special hours. The veterinarian leaves promptly at the end time for the clinic. Depending on the length of the line, Animal Care & Control may conclude the line at an appropriate time to ensure all individuals remaining in line receive the services.
Please note clinics are weather permitting and may be canceled for high temperatures, low temperatures, precipitation, air quality or any other factors that may increase risks to citizens or animals at the outdoor clinic.
Dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers.
The Anne Arundel County Commission for Women meet monthly on the 2nd Thursday at 7:00 p.m. virtually. Login instructions will be posted before the meeting.
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.
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Jean and Edgar Parker Rest Area DedicationTime:1:00pm - 1:30pmLocations:
See Description
Details:Please join the Department of Recreation and Parks, the Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails, and Mr. Edgar Parker on Friday, October 15, at 1:00pm, for the dedication of the Jean and Edgar Parker Memorial Rest Area. This new picturesque rest area will mark the western terminus of the Broadneck Trail when completed. Mr. Parker, a Navy veteran and long time Arnold resident, is especially proud of his volunteer efforts. Ed helped lobby for the Broadneck Trail and has served on the Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails for many years, where he received the Trailblazer Award in 2014. After the first section of the Broadneck Trail was completed in 2012, he helped create the Segree Rest Area by Broadneck Library. His wife Jean, also an active volunteer, passed away in 2007.
Jean and Edgar Parker Rest Area
277 Peninsula Farm Road
Arnold, MD 21012
We recommend parking at the Broadneck Medical Center off Peninsula Farm Road, where it is a short walk to the rest area. The rest area is located near the intersection of College Parkway and Peninsula Farm Road.
Come listen to our very own Kinder Farm Veterinarian Dr. John Stott and Park Ranger Sam Ziff as they lead an in depth tour of the farm, introducing participants to the animals who live there and discussing the veterinary care that's needed to keep them happy and healthy.
Gather around a campfire at one of your favorite parks this fall for a series of engaging and informative chats. Each week Park Rangers and local experts will lead discussions on a different theme, exploring topics about wildlife, conservation, history, survival skills, folklore and more. Bring a portable camp chair and share s’mores and stories by the fire, or sit back, relax and enjoy the evening. A $5.00 registration fee covers program costs. Prepackaged s’mores supplies will be provided. Guest speakers and topics will be announced via social media.
Please register online. $5/participant. Open to those aged 5 and up (children aged 5 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult). #27035
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Shred-it EventTime:9:00am - 12:00pmLocations:
Four Locations See Below
Details:
Our Police and Community Relations Council (PCRC) is hosting a shredding event on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. !! Come out to one of the locations listed below and help to prevent identity theft by safely shredding your personal documents in a commercial shredding truck. Further details are listed on the flier below.
Art @ the Park 2021Time:10:00am - 5:00pmLocations:
Quiet Waters Park
Details:Art @ the Park 2021 is the 31st annual arts festival located in the magnificent setting of Quiet Waters Park. Featuring original artwork from over 60+ exhibitors, both locally and throughout the country. It includes musical performances, art demonstrations, activities, and specialty food. Dogs are welcome at all outside venues, but are not allowed in the buildings. Gate fees apply.
Master Gardener Composting DemonstrationTime:10:00am - 11:00amLocations:
Quiet Waters Park
Details:The Anne Arundel County Master Gardeners invite you to attend this demonstration at Quiet Waters Park on the Wildwood Trail. Learn how to make compost in your backyard and receive a free compost bin courtesy of the Anne Arundel County Recycling office. Demonstrations may be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or excessive heat warning. Gate fees apply. Please email [email protected] with any questions.
Trails and Tails HikeTime:10:00am - 12:00pmLocations:
South River Farm Park
Details:
Come join us for a guided hike around the park. Bring your dog on a leash to enjoy the park. Remember to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Mysteries of the Marsh - Fall Foliage CanoeTime:2:00pm - 6:00pmLocations:
Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
Details:The marsh is getting ready to go dormant for the year, but is not finished yet! We’ll look for late season flowers, migratory birds, beaver, otter, and other wildlife. Children must be at least 7 years old, and under 13 must be accompanied by two paddling adults. The child will sit in the middle of the canoe with adults paddling. Trips are 4 hours long and include: general orientation, basic paddling lesson, up to 0.5 mile walk to canoes/kayaks, launching canoes, and paddling. Paddlers can expect to actively paddle for 2 to 2.5 hours. The Patuxent River is a relatively slow-moving river, but paddlers must be able to propel the canoe or kayak through the water. Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, lunch/snack, and closed toed shoes that can get wet. $20 per person. Register at ActiveNet #26677. For questions, call 410-222- 8006 or email [email protected].
