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Thursday, May 15 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, May 15 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

bike2work lgogFriday, May 16 - Bike 2 Work Day
7 - 8:30 a.m., City Dock, Annapolis
Bike to Work Day 2008, sponsored by the Baltimore Metropolitan Council, will be celebrated in the Baltimore region and across the nation. Our local bicycle commuters will converge at City Dock.
Registration is open; receive a free t-shirt and a chance to win a prize! The first 225 registrants will receive a Free T-shirt and Mussette Bag. The first 500 registrants will receive a Free T-shirt.
Information

sercSaturday, May 17 - Smithsonian Environmental Research Center Open House
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., SERC, Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater

Information, 301 238-2737 | Directions

white sneakersSaturday, May 17 -- West & Rhode Rivers Wade-In
9 a.m., SERC, Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater (see above)
Lower Western Shore Tributary Team, partnering with Rhode/West River Kayak at SERC is sponsoring the wade-in.
Information: Claudia Donegan, 410-260-8988 | Directions

national environmental partnership summitMonday - Thursday, May 19-22 - National Environmental Partnership Summit
Baltimore
Environmental professionals and assistance providers will gather from all over the country to share concrete examples of environmental leadership by businesses and government programs. Over 800 attendees are expected.
Information

Thursday, May 22 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

south river federationSaturday, May 24 - Rain Garden Construction
9 a.m. - noon, Riva Trace Baptist Church, 475 West Central Avenue, Davidsonville
Help the South River Federation plant a rain garden at the church. This rain garden will limit the amount of stormwater entering Beard's Creek and South River. Gloves, tools, drinks and snacks will be provided.
Information

south river federationWednesday, May 28 - Riverwatcher Meeting
7 - 9 p.m., Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Phillip Merrill Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis
The South River Federation's Riverwatchers team to report pollution, pollution sources and generally keep an eye out for anything unusual in the waterways. 
Information

Thursday, May 29 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

south river federationSaturday, May 31 - Fourth Annual South River Sojourn
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Hillsmere Community Beach
Meet at the community beach in Hillsmere for a paddle across the river and over to Harness Creek with the South River Federation. The paddle will end back at Hillsmere for a Bernie Fowler-style Wade-In (1 p.m.) and picnic, thanks to the Maryland DNR Lower Western Shore Trib Team. Kayak rentals may be available.
Information or Claudia Donegan, 410-260-8968; or Kurt Riegel for Sojourn information.

Thursday, June 5 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, June 5 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

wading-inSaturday, June 7 - Annual Wade-Ins at Annapolis Creeks
This is a fun family event and educational activity that is a unique, non-technical way of measuring water clarity, started by retired State Senator Bernie Fowler. Participants will wade into the the creeks and mark the depth when they can no longer see their sneakers. Other activities include, learning about our local watersheds, creek restoration efforts and seining for fish.
College Creek: 9 a.m., meet at back parking lot of Calvary United Methodist Church, 301 Rowe Boulevard
Spa Creek: 9 a.m. at Truxtun Park Beach, left off Hilltop Lane onto Primrose Road, keep left onto Pump House Road, follow signs to boat ramp.
Weems Creek: TBD
Back Creek: 10 a.m., meet at Annapolis Maritime Museum Beach, Second Street at Back Creek
The Back Creek Wade-In will be followed by a report to the Mayor of Annapolis on the condition of all four creeks. Participants of all four wade-ins are invited to the Back Creek event. See photos of 2007 Wade-In at Spa Creek and Back Creek.

south river federationTuesday, June 10 - General Meeting & Snapshot Results
7 - 9 p.m., Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Phillip Merrill Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis
Learn from Chris Trumbauer and Drew Koslow details of the results of the Watershed Snapshot conducted on April 12. There also will be a review of recent legislative issues, upcoming events and ways you can contribute to improving the water quality in South River. Light refreshments will be served.
Information. To RSVP call 410 224-3802.

Thursday, June 12 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, June 12 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

dnrFriday, June 13 - Rain Barrel Workshop
noon - 1 p.m., Tawes State Office Building, Annapolis
Did you know that rain barrels not only conserve water but also divert storm water run off? Up to 25% of the nitrogen entering the Chesapeake Bay comes from rainfall. We can divert that nitrogen by having it filter through our gardens, reducing our need to fertilize! A rain barrel will save most homeowners about 1,300 gallons of water during the peak summer months. Saving water not only helps protect the environment, it saves you money and energy. Build a rain barrel today -- DNR will show you how.
Cost: $60, includes a 60-gallon rainbarrel, control valve, overflow hose, mosquito-proof basket, and all couplings. Registration is required by June 4.
Information: Elena S. Takaki, 410 260-8715 | Directions | Flyer

magothy river associationSaturday, June 14 - On the Water Free Concert
4 - 9:30 p.m., Dobbins Island Anchorage
BYOB (Bring your own boat)
To honor the historic event of Captain John Smith's exploration of the Magothy River on June 12, 1608, The Magothy River Association has declared June 12 Magothy River Day. A celebration of Magothy River Day will be hosted by the Association
on Flag Day with family fun activities within the protected waters of the historic Dobbins Island anchorage. The Nautical Wheelers will entertain boaters by performing on a boat anchored in the anchorage. Details: 4 p.m., Rendezvous at Dobbins island; 5 p.m., Re-enactment of Captain John Smith landing on the Dobbins Island sand bar officially declaring “the Dobbins Recreational Area as the LAND of Pleasant Living;” 6 - 9 p.m., Band Concert; 9:30 p.m., Christmas light boat parade back to home ports. Boaters are encouraged to be patriotic since June 14 is Flag Day.
Information: Friends of Dobbins at www.SaveDobbins.org | Flyer

Thursday, June 19 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, June 19 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

alliance for the chesapeake bay logoSaturday, June 21 - Severn River Kayak Tour
Paddle the tidal Severn and its tranquil tributaries in pursuit of beautiful vistas and wildlife, and to understand resource Best Management Practices (BMPs) and the Critical Area Law. A licensed tour guide will assure your safety and enjoyment. Size-limited group, first-come first-serve reservations!
Information & cost

Thursday, June 26 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, July 3 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, July 3 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

Thursday, July 10 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, July 10 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

Thursday, July 17 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, July 17 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

Thursday, July 24 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, July 31 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Aug. 7 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, Aug. 7 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

Thursday, Aug. 14 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, Aug. 14 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
 7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

Thursday, Aug. 21 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Aug. 28 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Aug. 21 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

Thursday, Sept. 4 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, Sept. 4 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

south river federationSunday, Sept. 7 - South River Federation Fish Fry (New Date)
 2 - 6 p.m., Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Phillip Merrill Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis
Fun-filled, annual event featuring fresh, fried fish; homegrown tomatoes and corn; and Cole's famous hush puppies! Live music by Straight Steel and Wire Seine-netting, face-painting and fish stenciling for kids (and adults, too). Cold beverages for everyone.
Information and to buy tickets. Or call 410 224-3802.

Tuesday, Sept. 9 - Grand Opening: Go Green Wet Cleaners
5 p.m., 2023 West Street, West II Shopping Center, Annapolis
Mayor Ellen Moyer will preside over the grand opening of Maryland's first 100% wetcleaning plant, an environmentally friendly alternative to dry cleaning. Opening followed by on-site tours, food & music.
RSVP to Susie Foushee, 301 370-4039

Thursday, Sept. 11 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, Sept. 11 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

alliance for the chesapeake bayThursday, Sept. 12- Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Local Government Advisory Committee Meeting
12 - 4 p.m., location TBD, Annapolis
Members of the Local Government Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Bay issues..
Information
Questions: Jessica Blackburn, 804 775-0951

Thursday, Sept. 18 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Sept. 18 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

alliance for the chesapeake bay logoThursday, Sept. 18 - Celebrate the Severn!
Help celebrate the progress made restoring the Severn in 2008 at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Ticket prices TBA.
Information

Thursday, Sept. 25 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Oct. 2 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, Oct. 2 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

Thursday, Oct. 9 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, Oct. 9 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

Thursday, Oct. 16 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Oct. 16 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

Thursday, Oct. 23 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Oct. 30 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Nov. 6 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

severn river commissionThursday, Nov. 6 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

Thursday, Nov. 13 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

annapolisThursday, Nov. 13 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

Thursday, Nov. 20 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Nov. 20 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen

severn river commissionThursday, Dec. 4 - Severn River Commission Meeting
4 p.m., Chesapeake Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Info: aacounty.org/SevernRiver/

Thursday, Dec. 4 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Dec. 11 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

alliance for the chesapeake bayThursday, Dec. 11 - Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay Local Government Advisory Committee Meeting
10 a.m. - 3 p.m., location TBD
Members of the Local Government Advisory Committee will meet to discuss Bay issues..
Information
Questions: Jessica Blackburn, 804 775-0951

annapolisThursday, Dec. 11 - Annapolis Environmental Commission Meeting
7:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, Annapolis
 Questions: Marisa Wittlinger, 410 263-7946
Information

Thursday, Dec. 11 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Dec. 18 - Eco Exchange
7:30 a.m., b.b. bistro, 112A Annapolis Street, West Annapolis
Green minded businesses and folks interested in sharing ideas, networking and working collectively to promote a wealth of eco-friendly resources. Focusing primarily on the home/construction/environment aspects.
Information: Andrea Wheeler 410 798-9690

Thursday, Dec. 18 - Lower Western Shore Tributary Team Meeting
5 p.m., Severn Room, Anne Arundel County Heritage Office Complex, 2664 Riva Road, Annapolis
Information or contact Jan Vzutphen