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Giving Back | Annapolis June 2009


[Relay for Life Team: Top row: Brady Seabolt, Christine Seabolt; Middle Row: Joanne Gore, Gina Miller, Whitney Dieux; Bottom Row: team captain Mary Trahar.]



SPAN’s 3rd Annual Golf Classic

Monday, June 1
Bay Hills Golf Club, Arnold
Registration 7 a.m.; Shotgun start 8 a.m.
$125
410-647-0889
Proceeds benefit SPAN (Severna Park Assistance Network), which provides a food pantry and financial assistance to qualified families in Central Anne Arundel County with utility cut-offs, court-ordered eviction’s and medical needs in crisis situation.

Tribute to Women and Industry (TWIN)
Thursday, June 4
Sheraton Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis
6 p.m.; $60
410-626-7800 x115
TWIN is an annual program that honors Anne Arundel County women for their outstanding achievements in business and recognizes corporations whose policies and practices encourage and enable high achievement by women. This year's guest speaker is Patricia J. Mitchell, Vice President of Global Operations for IBM Global Technology Services.

Relay for Life
Friday and Saturday, June 5 & 6
South River High School, Edgewater
6 p.m.
Relayforlife.org/saac
The American Cancer Society’s “Relay For Life” is an overnight event beginning at 6 p.m. on June 5 and ending at 6 a.m. on June 6.

Every Step Counts 2009 Hike/Bike/Blade
Saturday, June 6
B&A Trail, Pasadena
9 a.m.–noon
443-702-3000
This event raises funds for people with developmental disabilities. Festivities include music, clowns, face painting, climbing walks, prices, and food.

Great Strides 2009: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis

Saturday, June 6
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis
Check-in 10 a.m.; Walk 11 a.m.
410-628-0795
This national fund-raising program, now in its 21st year, aims to reach $40 million in 2009 to support vital cystic fibrosis research, education and care programs.

9th Annual Charity Clay Classic to Benefit Pediatric Oncology at Johns Hopkins
Saturday, June 6
Pintail Point Farms, Queenstown
Registration 8 a.m.
$200 per shooter; $40 guest (non-shooters)
410-614-2914
Shooters begin the day with breakfast and side games like the “flush” and the “long bird,” and take their best shot at 14 stations on the course, followed by Outback a refreshing Billabong hour and an elaborate Outback Steakhouse dinner.

First Annual Annapolis Kidney Walk

Sunday, June 7
Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis
Registration 9 a.m.; walk 10 a.m.
410-494-8545
Kidneymd.org
Presented by the National Kidney Foundation of Maryland (NFK-MD), this two-mile, dog-friendly walk invites members of the community to help raise funds to support NFK-MD’s programs and services, including public and professional education, kidney health screenings, and research grants.

YWCA Camp Letts 4th Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 8
The Golf Club at South River, Edgewater
Registration 7:30 a.m.; Shotgun start 8:30 a.m.; Awards ceremony 12:30 p.m.
$150
410-919-1418
www.campletts.org
The YWCA Camp Lett’s annual Golf Tournament raises funds to help send deserving kids to camp. Activities include contests on the course, team prizes, lunch, beverages and snacks, and an awards ceremony.

Light House Homeless Shelter 6th Annual Golf Tournament
Friday, June 12
Compass Pointe Golf Course, Pasadena
$150 individual; $600 foursomes
410-268-4251
AnnapolisLightHouse.org or FriendsLHS.org
Players enjoy breakfast before the game, complimentary beverages throughout, and a delicious lunch prepared by the chefs at Compass Pointe. Throughout the day, opportunities for raffle prizes are available, and awards given at lunch for various contests, including 1st through 3rd low net foursome, men’s/women’s closest to the pin, and men’s/women’s longest drive.

Annual Bay Theatre Gala “Celebrate the ‘60s”

Saturday, June 13
The Westin Hotel, Annapolis
7:30–11:30 p.m.
$50
410-268-1333
Baytheatre.org
The 1960s theme of this annual event invites you to dust off your platforms and break out the bell-bottoms and tie-dye! Festivities features a sit-down dinner, dancing, special theatrical entertainment, and auction. All proceeds go to support the operating costs of the area’s only non-profit equity theater.

Bands in the Sand
Saturday, June 13
Phillip Merrill Environmental Center, Annapolis
5–10:30 p.m.; $100
443-482-2125
cbf.org/bandsinthesand
Bands in the Sand, presented by the Boatyard Bar & Grill, is a fundraiser to benefit the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Join the fun at the water's edge for an evening of great company, cool drinks, tasty grilled food, and a live art auction. Live music by S.T.O.R.M and Misspent Youth.

AACC 3rd Annual Pioneers’ Golf Tournament
Monday, June 15
Crofton Country Club, Crofton
Registration 7:30 a.m.; Shotgun start 8:30 a.m.
$175 per player or $650 for foursome
410-777-2093
This annual tournament, features a hole-in-one contest, prizes, putting contest, door prizes, give-a-ways, 50/50 raffle, and mulligans. Proceeds benefit the AACC Athletics program and student athletes.

The Partnership Golf Classic
Monday, June 15
Atlantic Golf at South River, Edgewater
Registration 8 a.m.; Shotgun start 8:45 a.m.
$150 per player; $550 foursome
410-544-4800
partnersincare.org
This tournament is a Captain’s Choice format and features a continental breakfast, lunch, and awards dinner. Proceeds benefit Partners In Care, a community nonprofit that empowers older adults to remain independence in their own homes.

Annual Chaney Golf Tournament
Monday, June 15
Old South Country Club, Lothian
Registration 7:30 a.m.; Walk 8 a.m.; Continental breakfast 9 a.m.; Putting Contest 9:30 a.m.; Shotgun start 11 a.m. Award banquet, dinner, and live auction 4 p.m.
888-4-CHANEY
Chaney-ent.com
This annual tournament raises funds to for the American Cancer Society. Tickets include a catered lunch, dinner with open bar, a live auction with numerous door prizes, and more. In addition to the round of golf, a "Walk the Course" before the tournament kick off the festivities.

Eastport Civic Association Home & Garden Tour

Tuesday, June 21
Headquarters at 222 Severn Ave., Annapolis
1–5 p.m., rain or shine
$20 in advance; $25 the day of the tour
410-267-8218
Eastportcivic.org
Participating homes and gardens will be open to the public during a walking tour of Eastport. Proceeds benefit local charities and community improvement projects.


[Mary Bradford of Annapolis with Groucho Marx, a.k.a. Rick Garner of Kent Island at last year's Best of Annapolis Party.]



2009 Best of Annapolis and Eastern Shore Party: Tip Your Hats to the Best!

Thursday, June 23
Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis
6–9 p.m.;
$55 until June 21
$75 at the door
410-267-9390
Whatsupmag.com
Tickets are going fast, so reserve yours now to treat yourself to the best of everything the region has to offer! Best food, best drinks, best entertainment, and more are featured at the 6th Annual Best of Annapolis and Eastern Shore Party. Proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Historic Annapolis Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center.

Canines & Cocktails for a Cause—Patriotic Pooch Contest
Sunday, June 26
Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis
5–8 p.m.
410-263-8683
Start your July 4th celebration early and show your dog’s patriotism in the Patriotic Pooch Contest. The Best Dressed wins prizes from Paws Pet Boutique. Oldies but Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue have dogs for adoption. Raffle tickets benefit the Rescue as well as part of the drink/food sales that night.

Annual Eastport-a-Rockin’ Streetfest
Saturday, June 27
Eastport, Annapolis
11 a.m.–8 p.m.
$15
410-916-550
This annual celebration fills the Back Creek end of Second Street in Eastport with a full day of entertainment, delicious food, refreshing drink, creative gifts and crafts, street performers, and outstanding music by local and regional artists. All profits support local charities and community enhancement efforts.

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