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2013
JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC

CLEAN AIR MONTH & AMERICAN WETLANDS MONTH & NATIONAL BIKE MONTH

Friday, May 17 - National Bike to Work Day
7:00 a.m. ~ 8:45 a.m., City Dock, Annapolis - rallying point
Annapolis and regional bicycle commuters will celebrate Bike 2 Work Day by joining the Annapolis Regional Transportation Management Association (ARTMA), the Annapolis Department of Transportation and the Baltimore Metropolitan Council from at the Annapolis City dock (next to the Market House). Over 300 riders registered for the event in 2012, which included refreshments, t-shirts, giveaways and prizes, all aimed at showing support for area bicyclists. At the end of the rally riders rode up Main Street, which highlighted that cyclists have rights on the road too! Stop by for a free mesh hat, on-the-go snacks, and a chance to win prizes. The event is one of the biggest in the region and features local sponsors Bike Doctor (who will offer a free raffle of a Mountain Bike), Capital Bicycle, Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company, Whole Foods, ARTMA, and City of Annapolis.
Information and to register

Saturday & Sunday, May 18 & 19 - Spring Family Days at SERC
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Smithsonian Enviornmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater
Meet SERC scientists. While at the nature sanctuary, you can: Chat with SERC ecologists about their work on the Bay while kids enjoy science-themed games and activities; Enjoy a boat ride down the Rhode River aboard the M/V Richard Lee, for $5/person (kids under 4 ride free); Visit an oyster bar on SERC docks; Watch a live K-9 search and rescue demonstration (Saturday only); Go seining for fish and crabs in the Rhode River. Waders provided: No experience or swimwear necessary! Cost is $5 per car. Familes may register online for a Panera box lunch or bring their own picnic to enjoy by the water. All visitors must register online.
Infomation

Saturday, May 18 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Volunteer Day
9 a.m. - noon, 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join volunteers at the CEC and learn firsthand how to restore habitat! From planting native shrubs and trees to providing garden care for the Native Plant Demonstration Gardens, volunteers will be digging in the dirt on Saturday mornings throughout the growing season. Garden tours will also be provided, if requested by four or more individuals. Notably, Master Gardeners provide tremendous assistance and will be available to answer plant and pest questions. Events at the CEC will be held if there is light rain, and canceled if there’s moderate to heavy rain. Volunteer Saturdays are suitable for adults, families, and community groups. Gardening tools and refreshments will be provided. Additional volunteer days will be held on June 15, Aug. 24, Sep. 7 and Oct. 19.
Information

Saturday, May 18 - Friends of Quiet Waters Park Environmental Seminar Series: Secret Life of Plants:  Native Plant Walk at Quiet Waters Park
11 a.m., Visitors Center, Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis
Karyn Molines from the Maryland Native Plant Society will guide this walk to discover what mysteries lie beneath our feet and tower above our head. During a walk along the trails, learn basic plant identification skills and discover their unique adaptations that let them grow as giants, produce seeds that fly, and perform other amazing feats of survival. Dress for the weather (for standing and walking slowly) and wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring binoculars and a hand lens if you have them. For adults and teens.
Information: Contact Deb Lambert

Saturday, May 18 - Hike the Cabin Branch of the Severn River
2 p.m., departing from the parking lot of First National Bank (formerly BankAnnapolis), 1000 Bestgate Road
In celebration of Anne Arundel County's wild open spaces and efforts to keep our waterways clean, join Annapolis Green, the Scenic Rivers Land Trust, the Severn River Association and the Severn Riverkeeper for a three-hour easy, guided hike along the recently restored Cabin Branch. It's a delightful walk in the woods along mostly flat, easy terrain. The hike will be led by Keith Underwood and coordinated by Mike Robinson of the Severn River Association. The project was implemented by Keith Underwood, Underwood and Associates Ecosystem Restoration, with design by David Wallace, both long time pioneers in effective stormwater management and improving our watersheds. The initial restoration work along the stormwater outfalls has created a "lovers" walk, as stated by some who have seen the dramatic transformation of these wetlands. Cabin Branch passes under the railroad line slated for hiker/biker improvements, so you will get a chance to see this too. Severn Riverkeeper Fred Kelly, Keith Underwood, and David Wallace will be there as well. No RSVP is necessary.
Information.

Sunday, May 19 - Rainscaping Garden Tour
2 - 5 p.m., in and around Annapolis/Edgewater area
This self-guided tour, co-sponsored by the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council and the Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy, will lead you through sites demonstrating beautiful solutions to water pollution. Visit any of 10 sites in the Annapolis/Edgewater area, demonstrating RainScaping techniques such as rain gardens, conservation landscapes, pervious hardscapes and rainwater harvesting. At each location, talk with garden designers, installation experts and caretakers to learn tips and tricks to employing these powerful tools in your next project. Cost is $15 with proceeds benfiting the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council and the Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy.
Information and registration, or visit www.aawsa.org.

Sunday, May 19 - Beekeeping Talk at Grow Annapolis Network Meeting
2-3:30 p.m., Anne Arundel County Library, 1410 West Street, Annapolis
Speaker: Local beekeeper Joe Brotherton of Mr. B’s Apiaries
Information

Tuesday, May 21 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, May 22 - Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV
6 - 7 p.m., WNAV 1430AM, 99.9FM in the City, and streaming on WNAV.com
Program: NOAA’s Role in Chesapeake Bay Study & Restoration with guest Peyton Robertson, Director, NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office. The Living Green in Annapolis show is hosted and produced by Elvia Thompson of Annapolis Green, joined by Vic Pascoe, and features interviews with experts who provide information on living and working in a sustainable manner. Listeners learn practical ways to incorporate Green practices into their lives – many of which can save them money. Guests include those directly involved in championing the Green movement here in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Information

Thursday, May 23 - Whole Foods Community Day Benefits the Severn Riverkeeper
8 a.m. - 10 p.m., Whole Foods, 200 Harker Place, Annapolis
Whole Foods Market Community Giving Day will benefit the Severn Riverkeeper as the store will give 5% of the day’s sales to the Riverkeeper program. Stock up on the 23rd and do some good too.

Saturday, May 25 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Wednesday, May 29 - Living Green in Annapolis on WNAV
6 - 7 p.m., WNAV 1430AM, 99.9FM in the City, and streaming on WNAV.com
Program TBD. The Living Green in Annapolis show is hosted and produced by Elvia Thompson of Annapolis Green, joined by Vic Pascoe, and features interviews with experts who provide information on living and working in a sustainable manner. Listeners learn practical ways to incorporate Green practices into their lives – many of which can save them money. Guests include those directly involved in championing the Green movement here in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Information

Saturday, June 1 - Planting Day for the new Bioswale and Rain Gardens
9 a.m., Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shady Side Road,  Shady Side
Volunteers needed to plant hundreds of native perennials in the new bioswale and rain gardens on the Museum grounds. Bring your trowel and garden gloves and help the Museum demonstrate how to filter water runoff to protect the West River and the Chesapeake Bay. Future planting day: June 15.
Information: Contact MaryBeth Austin wandmb@gmail.com or 410-867-0280

Wednesday, June 5 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, June 6 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, June 8 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Sunday, June 9 - Magothy River Day
time TBA, Lake Waterford Park, Pasadena
On land for the first time, the celebration will include a concert in the woods by the Nautical Wheelers Band and other activities. Volunteers needed. Details to come.
Information

Tuesday, June 11 - Green Drinks Annapolis
The fun side of eco-awareness ... making serious connections.
5:30 - 7:30 p.m., The Westin Annapolis Hotel, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis
Theme: Maryland Green Registry Leadership Awards
Event sponsor: Maryland Green Registry
Partnering Organizations: Maryland Green Travel, Businesses for the Bay
Free, no RSVP required. Cash bar.
Details coming soon

Wednesday, June 12 - 16th annual Congressional Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency EXPO + Forum
9:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m., Caucus Room, Cannon House Office Building, U.S. House of Representatives,
Independence Avenue and New Jersey Avenue SE Washington
This year’s EXPO expects to bring together nearly 50 businesses, sustainable energy industry trade associations, government agencies, and energy policy research organizations to showcase the status and near-term potential of the cross-section of renewable energy (biofuels/biomass, geothermal, solar, water, wind) and energy efficiency technologies. The morning program will feature Members of the U.S. Congress and throughout the day speakers will discuss - in person and via live webcast - the role sustainable energy technologies can play in meeting America’s energy needs. The EXPO is free, open to the public, and no RSVPs are required.
Information

Friday, June 14 - Citizen Science: Suveying Parasites on Chesapeake Mud Crabs
1 - 4 p.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
An introduced parasite is affecting native mud crabs in Chesapeake Bay. The parasite eliminates the crab’s ability to reproduce and results in the crab caring for the developing larvae of the parasite. Both male and female crabs are parasitized and tricked into caring for the larval parasites. Join researchers at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center as they conduct surveys of White-fingered Mud Crabs in hopes of understanding how this introduced parasite affects the mud crab population. Volunteers will collect crabs from 10 sites over three days. Pre-registration is required. Children 15 years and up and welcome. Free.
Information or contact Monaca Noble, 443-482-2467

Saturday, June 15 - Citizen Science: Suveying Parasites on Chesapeake Mud Crabs
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
An introduced parasite is affecting native mud crabs in Chesapeake Bay. The parasite eliminates the crab’s ability to reproduce and results in the crab caring for the developing larvae of the parasite. Both male and female crabs are parasitized and tricked into caring for the larval parasites. Join researchers at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center as they conduct surveys of White-fingered Mud Crabs in hopes of understanding how this introduced parasite affects the mud crab population. Volunteers will collect crabs from 10 sites over three days. Pre-registration is required. Children 15 years and up and welcome. Free.
Information or contact Monaca Noble, 443-482-2467

Saturday, June 15 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Saturday, June 15 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Volunteer Day
9 a.m. - noon, 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join volunteers at the CEC and learn firsthand how to restore habitat! From planting native shrubs and trees to providing garden care for the Native Plant Demonstration Gardens, volunteers will be digging in the dirt on Saturday mornings throughout the growing season. Garden tours will also be provided, if requested by four or more individuals. Notably, Master Gardeners provide tremendous assistance and will be available to answer plant and pest questions. Events at the CEC will be held if there is light rain, and canceled if there’s moderate to heavy rain. Volunteer Saturdays are suitable for adults, families, and community groups. Gardening tools and refreshments will be provided. Additional volunteer days will be held on Aug. 24, Sep. 7 and Oct. 19.
Information

Saturday, June 15 - Planting Day for the new Bioswale and Rain Gardens
9 a.m., Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shady Side Road,  Shady Side
Volunteers needed to plant hundreds of native perennials in the new bioswale and rain gardens on the Museum grounds. Bring your trowel and garden gloves and help the Museum demonstrate how to filter water runoff to protect the West River and the Chesapeake Bay.
Information: Contact MaryBeth Austin wandmb@gmail.com or 410-867-0280

Saturday, June 15 - South River Kayak and Wade-In
10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Hillsmere Community Beach
Annual kayak sojourn, wade-in, and picnic.  Explore the area around Hillsmere Beach by kayak on a two-hour sojourn.  Followed by a cookout, open to non-kayakers too. Before the day is over, the annual Bernie Fowler style wade-in will take place to bring attention to water clarity. Kayaks can be rented from Annapolis Canoe and Kayaks. 
Information and to RSVP

Chesapeake Greens Partner Event
Saturday, June 15 - 2nd Annual Reel Water Film Festival
11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda
The Reel Water Film Festival is a non-profit event that takes a two-fold approach to combating water issues both at home and abroad.  First, the film festival showcases films submitted from all around the world, then Bethesday Green invites organizations to set up exhibits for the festival-goers to learn more about how they can get involved, and hear from film directors and experts about various issues surrounding water. Bethesda Geen donates at least 50% of the proceeds to water projects in developing countries and at home. The rest of the money stays within the festival to continue on for years to come.  
Information

Saturday, June 15 - Bands in the Sand Fundraiser for Chesapeake Bay Foundation
5 - 10:30 p.m., Philip Merrill Environmental Center, 6 Herndon Avenue, Annapolis
Fun-filled evening on the water's edge with friends, great live music, cool drinks, and mouth-watering grilled food. Tickets $100. Raffle tickets for Piaggo Vespa S Scooter $10 or three for $25.
Information

Sunday, June 16 - Citizen Science: Suveying Parasites on Chesapeake Mud Crabs
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
An introduced parasite is affecting native mud crabs in Chesapeake Bay. The parasite eliminates the crab’s ability to reproduce and results in the crab caring for the developing larvae of the parasite. Both male and female crabs are parasitized and tricked into caring for the larval parasites. Join researchers at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center as they conduct surveys of White-fingered Mud Crabs in hopes of understanding how this introduced parasite affects the mud crab population. Volunteers will collect crabs from 10 sites over three days. Pre-registration is required. Children 15 years and up and welcome. Free.
Information or contact Monaca Noble, 443-482-2467

Tuesday, June 18 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, June 19 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Friday, June 21 - Summer Solstice

Tuesday, June 25 or Wednesday, June 26 - Osprey Banding Trips
Tuesday, 4:30-7 p.m.; Wednesday, 5:30-8 p.m., Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, 1361 Wrighton Road, Lothian
There are well over 30 osprey platforms on the Patuxent River on Jug Bay, all being tended by Greg Kearns, head biologist. Join him on one of two hands-on osprey banding trips. Choose from one of two trips. Each trip will take 24 people, by pontoon boat, on the Patuxent River where you will be offered the opportunity to handle an osprey and observe the osprey banding process. The trip lasts about 2 ½ hours; the boat has a shaded area.
Captain Avery Musuem Members $50 each trip; non-members $55 each trip. Suitable for adults and kids age 12 and over.
Register online

Chesapeake Greens Partner Event
Thursday, June 27 - Green Wheaton/Green Drinks Gala
6 -9 p.m., Brookside Gardens Visitors Center, 1800 GlenAllen Avenue, Wheaton
Refreshments, Green vendors, door prizes. Tickets $30.
Information

Wednesday, July 3 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, July 4 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
date is likely to be changed
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, July 6 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Saturday, July 13 - Native Orchids of Maryland Talk and Hike
10 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Participants will learn about the native orchids of Maryland and the research conducted on these orchids at SERC, followed by a short hike into the woods to look for these orchids. Cost is $8 per person, suggested for ages 15 to adult. Pre-Registration is required.
Register

Tuesday, July 16 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, July 17 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Wednesday, July 17 - Evening Lecture: Nemesis - A Powerful Research Tool for Marine Invasive Species
7 - 8 p.m., Schmidt Conference Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Speakers: Dr. Paul Fofonoff and Monaca Noble, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center. Marine invaders have infiltrated coastal waters all around the United States. Now there’s a new way to track them: NEMESIS--the National Estuarine and Marine Exotic Species Information System. NEMESIS contains detailed information on how, and when, introduced species are moved and where they have established populations. It also provides species maps showing native and introduced regions at a glance and the history of spread and bay-specific collection locations. Users can generate species lists for select bays in the lower 48 states and find references to primary research papers on a given species or region. Free.
Information: Outreach Coordinator 443-482-2388

Saturday, July 20 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Wednesday, July 24 - Green Drinks Annapolis
The fun side of eco-awareness ... making serious connections.
5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Historic London Town & Gardens, 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater
Theme: Greening the Roof
Event sponsor: TBA
Partnering Organization: Maryland-DC-Virginia Solar Energy Industries Association (MDV-SEIA)
Live music by the Matt Wigler Trio, as part of London Town's concert series, 6-8 p.m.
Free, no RSVP required. Cash bar.
Details coming soon

Thursday, Aug. 1 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, Aug. 3 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Wednesday, Aug. 7 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Saturday, Aug. 17 - Canoe Excursion at SERC
9 - 11:30 a.m., Reed Education Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Paddle along the shores of Muddy Creek and the Rhode River to learn about one of the many tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay. See wildlife, eagles, shorebirds, reptiles, and more. This trip is designed for beginning and intermediate paddlers. Basic instruction will be given at the start of the program. Cost is $16 per adult and $8 for children 6-12 years old; limited to 16 participants. Pre-registration is required.
Register

Tuesday, Aug. 20 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, July 17 - Evening Lecture: Coral Reefs
7 - 8 p.m., Schmidt Conference Center, Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), 647 Contee Wharf Road, Edgewater
Speaker: Dr. Janna Shackeroff, NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program. Lecture details to come. Free.
Information: Outreach Coordinator 443-482-2388

Wednesday, Aug. 21 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Thursday, Aug. 22 - Celebrate the Severn Cruise
time & location TBD
fundraiser for the Severn Riverkeeper
Information

Saturday, Aug. 24 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Volunteer Day
9 a.m. - noon, 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join volunteers at the CEC and learn firsthand how to restore habitat! From planting native shrubs and trees to providing garden care for the Native Plant Demonstration Gardens, volunteers will be digging in the dirt on Saturday mornings throughout the growing season. Garden tours will also be provided, if requested by four or more individuals. Notably, Master Gardeners provide tremendous assistance and will be available to answer plant and pest questions. Events at the CEC will be held if there is light rain, and canceled if there’s moderate to heavy rain. Volunteer Saturdays are suitable for adults, families, and community groups. Gardening tools and refreshments will be provided. Additional volunteer days will be held on Sep. 7 and Oct. 19.
Information

Wednesday, Sep. 4 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, Sep. 5 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, Sep. 7 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Volunteer Day
9 a.m. - noon, 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join volunteers at the CEC and learn firsthand how to restore habitat! From planting native shrubs and trees to providing garden care for the Native Plant Demonstration Gardens, volunteers will be digging in the dirt on Saturday mornings throughout the growing season. Garden tours will also be provided, if requested by four or more individuals. Notably, Master Gardeners provide tremendous assistance and will be available to answer plant and pest questions. Events at the CEC will be held if there is light rain, and canceled if there’s moderate to heavy rain. Volunteer Saturdays are suitable for adults, families, and community groups. Gardening tools and refreshments will be provided. An additional volunteer day will be held on Oct. 19.
Information

Tuesday, Sep. 17 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, Sep. 18 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Thursday, Sep. 19 - Taste of the Chesapeake 2013
5 - 9 p.m., Location: TBA
Sponsored by the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay.
This year’s gala will once again offer an outstanding menu of local food and drinks, live music, auctions, and presentation of the annual Environmental Leadership Award.
Information and sponsorship opportunities: Call Laura Ricciardelli, Development Director, or Al Todd, Executive Director, at 443 949-0575.
details to come

Saturday-Sunday, Sep. 21-22 - Green Festival 2013
probably at Washington Convention Center
more info to come

Saturday, Sep. 21 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Garden Open House and Native Plant Sale
9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join CEC volunteers and Master Gardeners for garden tours and answers to your plant and pest questions. Purchase native plants—great prices on a variety of native plants, and 2 for the price of 1 for several species will be available. Native plant sales help support on-going maintenance and improvements to the 30 Native Plant Demonstration Gardens and Sites at the CEC—which are a public resource for all!
Information

Sunday, Sep. 22 - Autumnal Equinox

Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 26-29 - Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay’s 2013 Chesapeake Watershed Forum
National Conservation Training Center, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
8th Annual Conference bringing together conservation and restoration practitioners from Watershed Organizations, Local Governments, Federal and State Agencies, Businesses, and Foundations to develop strategies and skills to undertake the necessary work of restoring and protecting the Bay and its watershed. Call for workshop proposals: March 28
Information

Saturday & Sunday, Sep. 28-29 - National Plug-In Days
details, including celebrations in Annapolis, to come
National event website

Wednesday, Oct. 2 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, Oct. 3 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Tuesday, Oct. 15 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, Oct. 19 - Chesapeake Ecology Center Volunteer Day
9 a.m. - noon, 245 Clay Street, Annapolis
Join volunteers at the CEC and learn firsthand how to restore habitat! From planting native shrubs and trees to providing garden care for the Native Plant Demonstration Gardens, volunteers will be digging in the dirt on Saturday mornings throughout the growing season. Garden tours will also be provided, if requested by four or more individuals. Notably, Master Gardeners provide tremendous assistance and will be available to answer plant and pest questions. Events at the CEC will be held if there is light rain, and canceled if there’s moderate to heavy rain. Volunteer Saturdays are suitable for adults, families, and community groups. Gardening tools and refreshments will be provided.
Information

Sunday, Nov. 3 - Daylight Savings Time Ends

Wednesday, Nov. 6 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, Nov. 7 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Saturday, Nov. 16 - Turning a New Leaf Conference
sponsored by the Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council
details to come

Tuesday, Nov. 19 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
Information

Wednesday, Nov. 20 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
Information

Wednesday, Dec. 4 - Annapolis Environmental Commission (AEC) Meeting
7 p.m., 145 Gorman Street, Third Floor Conference Room, Annapolis
The public is invited to AEC meetings for discussion about environmental issues facing the City of Annapolis. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month.
Information | Facebook

Thursday, Dec. 5 - Greater Severna Park Watershed Action Group Monthly Meeting
7:30 a.m. - Middleton-Gardiner Group Office, Carr Building, 572 Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park
Information

Tuesday, Dec. 17 - Severn River Association Meeting
7 p.m., Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center, 975 Indian Landing Road, Millersville
Free and open to the public.
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Wednesday, Dec. 18 - Magothy River Association Meeting
7:30 p.m., Berrywood Community Clubhouse, 2nd Floor, 195 Berrywood Drive, Severna Park
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Saturday, Dec. 21- Winter Solstice

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Tuesday, March 18-Sunday, March 30 - Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital
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