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May 14 2021

Non-Profit Economic Development Recovery Grant Program – New Date Announced

Please find below an important update regarding the Non-Profit Economic Development Recovery Grant Program from Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC). Due to programmatic issues, AAEDC delayed the opening of the application period of its Non-Profit Economic Development Recovery Grant Program which was to start on Monday, May 10. New application dates have now been announced! Applications will now open on May 17 at 9:00 a.m. and run until May 28 at 5:00 p.m. The grant aims to support the workforce and operations of non-profit organizations that serve the larger community with a...

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Maryland Sustainable Growth Award
May 11 2021

Nominations Now Being Accepted for the 2021 Maryland Sustainable Growth Awards

Please see below the announcement from our friends at the Maryland Department of Planning seeking nominations for their Maryland Sustainable Growth Awards. We're certain there's a business or organization in our community deserving of a nomination! The Maryland Sustainable Growth Awards celebrate significant achievement by individuals, businesses, organizations, and local governments to support the 12 planning visions adopted by the Maryland General Assembly. The awards promote exemplary work that represents or inspires collaboration, innovation, conservation, community impact, and quality of life. Awards are given in the categories of Leadership and Service, Sustainable Communities, and Preservation/Conservation and will be presented at the...

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May 10 2021

Events This Week: May 10-16

There are plenty of events to choose from this week to keep you busy! Thank you to our partners for continuing to present a wide variety of programing, both in-person and online, for all of us to enjoy. Click on the event title for more information. Virtual Lecture – 175 Years of the U.S. Naval Academy Date: Tuesday, May 11 Time: 7:00 pm Location: Online Host Organization: Historic Annapolis The history of Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy are intertwined. Our past and our future are connected! Join Tracie Logan, Senior Curator of...

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May 06 2021

Maryland State Arts Council Call for Editors – Grants for Organizations Program

Here's a new opportunity to get involved with the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC)! After two rounds of Listening Sessions to gather recommendations from constituents, editors are needed to revise the funding model in MSAC's Grants for Organizations (GFO) program. Editors will review data/research, constituent feedback, and proposed changes to make recommendations. The proposed policy revisions will then be reviewed by the MSAC board for approval. Editor recommendations will impact the future of general operating funds that are available to arts organizations and arts programs throughout the state. Editors will: Review current...

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May 05 2021

“This Place Matters!”: Anne Arundel County Celebrates 2021 Historic Preservation Month

Join history enthusiasts nationwide this May in celebrating National Preservation Month. The observance, first established in 1973 by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as “Preservation Week” expanded to the entire month of May in 2005 to provide Americans more opportunities to celebrate the diverse and unique heritage of our country’s cities and states. Historic preservation is not only an effective tool in smart growth and sustainability practices, it enhances quality of life, increases local pride and community involvement, and is a significant economic driver. “This Place Matters” is the theme of...

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May 03 2021

Events This Week: May 3-9

This week, celebrate spring flowers with a plant sale, take a lesson on flower arranging, learn about azaleas, and more! A virtual lecture and in-person tour are also on offer. We're happy to share these opportunities from our partners. Click on the event title for more information. 50th Anniversary Lecture Series: Marshy Point Azaleas Date: Tuesday, May 4 Time: 10:30 am Location: Historic London Town and Gardens, 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater Host Organization: Historic London Town and Gardens To celebrate Historic London Town and Gardens' 50th Anniversary, this year's lecture series will connect...

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Apr 27 2021

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Application Portal Reopened

The application portal for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant reopened yesterday, Monday, April 26. This grant provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19. Eligible entities include: live venue operators or promoters; theatrical producers; live performing arts organization operators; museum operators; motion picture theater operators (including owners); and talent representatives. The SBA has also added the following updated resources: Applicant user guide and FAQ: For help with the application process, refer to the applicant user guide and FAQ. Checklist: Use the checklist to make sure you have everything you need to complete your application. Call Center:  For Shuttered Venue Operators Grant application...

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Apr 23 2021

Take Part in Anne Arundel County’s Green Infrastructure Master Plan

Yesterday was Earth Day, an opportunity to renew our commitment to the environment. Are you looking for a way to act locally to help support environmental preservation while promoting community character? Anne Arundel County is offering you the chance to take part in the development of their Green Infrastructure Master Plan. About the Green Infrastructure Master Plan Anne Arundel County’s Green Infrastructure Master Plan will be a guide to protecting the County's best natural, agricultural, and recreational lands. This plan is an update to the 2002 Greenways Master Plan. The update will use...

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Apr 22 2021

Become a Creativity Grant Panelist for the Maryland State Arts Council

You've seen us share a variety of events and opportunities offered by the Maryland State Arts Council. Now's your chance to apply to be a Creativity Grant Panelist and find yourself in the center of the action! The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state of Maryland to do the important work of evaluating applications. They are currently inviting participation through program-specific public calls for panelists. Panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location, and expertise in varying artistic...

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Events this Week
Apr 19 2021

Events This Week: April 19-25

We are pleased to present you with a wide variety of events from our partners this week, from virtual to in-person tours. We're especially proud to be a supporter of Banneker-Douglass Museum Foundation's 2021 Anti-Racism Initiative, which includes a training tomorrow on the foundations of racism in America. Please join us for this important presentation. Click on the event title for more information. The Foundations of Racism: Defining the Roots of Bigotry and Discrimination Against Black People in America Date: Tuesday, April 20 Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Location: Online Host Organization: Banneker-Douglass Museum Learn...

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