CASA Of Annapolis Gala: Giving Children A Voice

Photo Credit: aacasa.org

Photo Credit: aacasa.org

Every day, hundreds of thousands of children across the United States wake up not knowing what the day will bring. Will they be coming back to their home after school, or will they have to move again? Will today be the day adoption papers finally go through? There is little [...]

Recap: National Coalition Of 100 Black Women Torchbearer Awards

NCBW members Phyllis Reese, Neva Brown and Diane Hocker

On Saturday September 24, the Baltimore Metropolitan Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW) held their 22nd annual Torchbearer Awards. The event took place at the beautiful Martin’s West reception hall. After checking in, the atmosphere reminded me of a reunion of elegant, long-standing and dear friends. At my own table [...]

Healing In Heels Dash For Breast Cancer

Photo Credit: Dash for Breast Cancer

The month of October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are many events dedicated to raising awareness of this disease right here in Maryland. A wonderful event is taking place on Sunday October 9th, 2011 at the Annapolis Towne Centre. Show your support and throw on your cutest heels or most comfortable sneakers, [...]

Get In A Festive Fall Mood At The Fall Harvest Festival At Kinder Farm Park

Photo Credit: Kinder Farm Park

Fall is finally here and what better way to welcome the change of seasons than by attending the Fall Harvest Festival at Kinder Farm Park. As the leaves start to change colors and the air takes on a whole, new crisp feel, many are anxious to get outdoors and start enjoying the fall. On [...]

Enjoy A Night Out With The Girls At The Hawt Mommy Club

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As a mom you most likely find that you give so much of yourself to others yet don’t often get the time to pamper and indulge on your own. Well, now is the perfect time to put yourself first! The Hawt Mommy Club offers you an evening out with other fashionable moms in your [...]

Strut & Sip 2011 For Autism: Celebrating Fashion And Supporting A Great Cause

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The fourth annual Strut & Sip For Autism has arrived! Gather your friends together and head to exquisite downtown Annapolis for an evening of fun, fashion, food and mingling…all for a great cause. Marvel in wonder as Osteria 177 Restaurant is transformed into a New York City style fashion show and models take the [...]

Yours, Mine And R’s To Benefit The AAMC Kent Island Breast Cancer Center

Image courtesy of R's Americantina

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Kick-off the celebration of life this Saturday, October 1 at R’s Americantina on Kent Island for the Yours, Mine and R’s, to benefit the Anne Arundel County Medical Center (AAMC) Kent Island Breast Center.

Photo Credit: R's Americantina

“Celebrate the Survivors” and “Support the Diagnosed” is on [...]

Aptalis Cystic Fibrosis Cycle For Life: Anne Arundel County

Image Courtesy of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Photo Credit: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

As a child growing up in California, every year my elementary school held a Walk-Jog-A-Thon to raise money for a disease I did not know much about, Cystic Fibrosis. I remember watching a movie in the classroom that my teachers would play, which told the story of a [...]

Shop To Support Susan G. Komen Foundation At Maple Lawn Shopping Center In Fulton

Photo Credit: maplelawnmd.com

Photo Credit: maplelawnmd.com

Every year in October, we are reminded once again of fall air, football, changing leaves and pumpkin lattes. But perhaps the most important event that happens every October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to breastcancer.org, one in eight women will face breast cancer in her lifetime. Whether it affects [...]

St. Michaels Wine Fest

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Annapolis has a special treat for all the wine and food lovers out there. On October 15th and 16th, 2011 St. Michaels will hold its annual wine festival. These two days, sponsored by The Old Brick Inn, St. Michaels Harbour Inn and The Patriot Cruise Ship, will include over 100 [...]

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