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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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In a sure sign that spring is right around the corner, Rita's Italian Ice will begin a new season on Friday. The Rita's in Edgewater will open up at noon on Friday. According to the stand's Facebook page, this season Rita's will offer new flavors and 24 different toppings. Rita's recently announced a new rewards program that allows you to earn loyalty rewards through an application on your smartphone. Rita's intriduced a YouTube video to explain the details of the program and how it works. You can view the video by <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuJK7Ey2s84&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. The Rita's in Edgewater is located at 120 Mayo Rd.

In a sure sign that spring is right around the corner, Rita's Italian Ice will begin a new season on Friday.

The Rita's in Edgewater will open up at noon on Friday. According to the stand's Facebook page, this season Rita's will offer new flavors and 24 different toppings. Rita's recently announced a new rewards program that allows you to earn loyalty rewards through an application on your smartphone.

Rita's intriduced a YouTube video to explain the details of the program and how it works. You can view the video by <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuJK7Ey2s84&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. The Rita's in Edgewater is located at 120 Mayo Rd.

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From timeless standards to pop favorites and classic to contemporary Broadway hits, this eclectic evening celebrates the evolution of the Great American Songbook, from its earliest roots to today’s biggest stages.
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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
Schedule – Saturday, May 17 
9:30 am – Check‑in
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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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