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Fort Meade Officers' Spouses' Club Scholarship Opportunities

The Fort Meade OSC has posted its 2013 scholarship applications on its website.  College-bound, high school seniors and dependent children currently enrolled in college can apply for the Merit Scholarship.  High school seniors with an outstanding academic record will also be considered for the Etta…

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Free Trees for AACo Residents through the Backyard Buffers Program

The Watershed Stewards Academy is currently offering free trees to Anne Arundel County residents through the DNR Backyard Buffers program.  Backyard Buffers can be planted near any area where stormwater flows: near swales, near stormwater ponds, in areas that flood,  along streams, creeks, or …

Local Connections

Sports Equipment Swap/Trade/Sell

EQUIPMENT SALE, TRADE, SWAP Do you have sports equipment that your child has outgrown and you would like to sell it or give it away?   Do you need equipment for an upcoming season?  Bring your outgrown cleats, LAX sticks, helmets, baseball bats, gloves, shoulder pads, shin guards, etc… To the GORC …

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New App Helps Keep Your Smartphone, Tablet Secure

In 2013, it is estimated that more than 1.2 billion mobile devices will be purchased, surpassing PCs as the world’s most common device used to access the Internet. In addition to browsing, people are also using mobile devices for banking and shopping, leading to more cybercrimes targeting …

Social Notes

GORC re-launches website

GORC (Gambrills-Odenton Recreation Council) is excited to announce the re-launch of its website at www.gorc.org.  The new site is much more interactive with pictures, videos, and more.  It will allow us to improve communications and provide a better experience for our athletes and families.  You …

Local Connections

BULL ROAST GAMBRILLS ATHLETIC CLUB 9U

BULL ROAST GAMBRILLS ATHLETIC CLUB Benefit for 9U Travel Baseball Saturday, February 23, 203 Time: 7pm - 12pm DJ for dancing provided Donation $30  Must be 21 years or older to attend Menu Pit Beef, Turkey, Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans, Vegetable Tray, Desserts Beer and Soda There will be a …

Government

County LWV to Co-Host Panel Discussion on Redistricting, March 3

The League of Women Voters of Anne Arundel County, in cooperation with the Annapolis Section of the National Council of Jewish Women, will co-host a panel discussion on redistricting on Sunday, March 3. “Taming the Gerrymander” will be held at the Annapolis branch of the Anne Arundel County Library…

Social Notes

Students Fall Flat in Vocabulary Test

  The Wall Street Journal recently published an article highlighting the results of the 2011 National Assessment of Educational Progress.  U.S. students knew only about 50% of what was expected on a new vocabulary section of this National Exam.  This article reiterated a sentiment made public by …

Sports Awards

Arundel High School Players Sign on National Signing Day

Congratulations to the following Arundel High School football players who signed to play collegiate football on National Signing Day: Evan Jones - Linebacker - Fairmont State University Cooper Hibbs - Quarterback - Fairmont State University Aaron Lewis-Cenales - Wide Receiver - University of New …

Patch Reads

Spay Spa & Neuter Nook Grand Opening Celebration

The Spay Spa & Neuter Nook, your local High Quality, Low Cost Spay / Neuter clinic, is welcoming visitors to our Grand Opening - Open House on Sunday, February 10, from 2 - 5 pm. The Spay Spa & Neuter Nook, which is owned by Rude Ranch Animal Rescue, a no kill animal sanctuary based in Harwood, was…

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