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Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks

Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks serves millions of residents and visitors annually through a wide variety of services and programs. Its primary focus is to provide comprehensive recreational programs for residents and safeguard valuable land through the maintenance and management of over 160 parks and natural areas. The department manages specialized recreational facilities, including two swim centers, two golf courses, three ice rinks, a baseball stadium, a softball complex, and programs tailored to diverse needs ranging from school-age childcare to adaptive recreation. It also cares for thousands of acres of land, encompassing community parks, greenways, archaeological sites, environmental and historical preserves, and large regional parks spanning several hundred acres. Its mission is to create opportunities that allow individuals to enjoy life, explore nature, and restore their health and well-being. Engage on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn, and stay connected through our weekly newsletter for the latest updates and information.

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Dr. Seuss books  are very popular with children and are recommended by librarians for the Read Across America event. In addition, look for the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series, by Jeff Kinney, Harry Potter, a Series of Unfortunate Events, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

For lists of the top selling books in a variety of categories, including children's chapter and picture books, visit the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/best-sellers-books/overview.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">New York Times Bestseller Lists. </a> Locally, if you are looking for good books to read or places to find good books to read, check out the following:   The  <a href="http://www.aacpl.net/branch_info/edg.htm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Edgewater Branch of  the Anne Arundel County Public Library </a> 25 Stepney’s Lane Edgewater 410-222-1538    The library will have a Dr. Seuss display set up in the juvenile area. <a href="http://www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_451" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Borders </a> 1115 Annapolis Mall Annapolis 410-571-0923 Read Across America event this Saturday (2 p.m. March 5) at Borders, wth stories, games, arts and crafts and more. You can even submit your very own book review for publication on Borders.com. <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Barnes and Noble</a> 2516 Solomon's Island Road Annapolis 410-573-1115 Storytime each Wednesday at 11 a.m.

3 Market Space Annapolis 410-263-8770 <a href="http://www.backcreekbooks.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Back Creek Books</a> 45 West St. Annapolis 410-626-1363

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Martial Unity Special Training (M.U.S.T) Saturday, May 17 (9:30am-5:30pm) Registration:&nbsp;<a href="https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=JingYing/3031/812246//1778559150" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=JingYing/3031/812246//1778559150</a><a href="https://cp.mystudio.io/e/?=JingYing/3031/812246//1778559150" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a> Optional Lunch Order (deadline Fri 5/15, noon): <a href="https://cp.mystudio.io/r/?=JingYing/3031/360932//1776051899" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://cp.mystudio.io/r/?=JingYing/3031/360932//1776051899 </a>-------------------------------- Join us for a full‑day workshop featuring three hands‑on training sessions designed for both beginners and experienced martial artists. Each module focuses on clear mechanics, practical application, and step‑by‑step instruction so everyone can train at their own pace.

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You’ll learn from three highly respected instructors—Shifu Billy Greer, Sifu Paul Ramos, and Sigung Norman Smith—each bringing decades of experience across multiple martial arts systems.
Location: Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu &amp; Tai Chi (near Annapolis, MD)
Cost: $160 for all three workshops
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 3:30–5:30 pm – Seminar 3 Location: Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu &amp;&nbsp;Tai Chi 1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, #6 Arnold MD 21012 www.JingYing.org

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Join us for a family-friendly community day on the West River featuring the Anne Arundel County Fire Department's newest fireboats, "Miss Avalon" and "Klas-y Lady." This free event includes live demonstrations, fire apparatus for kids to explore, and essential safety tips from the MD Natural Resources Police and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary with refreshments available throughout the day.

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