Severna Park

Celebrating 100 Years Of The Kinder Farmhouse

Henry and Hilda Kinder raised eight children in the farmhouse, which is now open once per month to visitors who want to understand how daily life has changed since the 1900s.

The Friends of Kinder Farm Park Historical Society plans to celebrate that history and the farmhouse’s 100th “birthday” on June 21.

Michael Charney of Chesapeake Charney’s earned a top prize of $15,000, which he plans to put into the purchase of an enclosed trailer for his mobile food business.

AACC Awards $75,000 To Eight Student-Run Businesses

Anne Arundel Community College held its “Shark Tank” style annual business pitch competition on April 29.

Forty paddlers, two drummers and two steersmen from the Annapolis Dragon Boat Club quietly pushed their boats back from the Fourth Street Pier 4 into Spa Creek on May 17 as part of the annual Awaken the Dragon ceremony.

Annapolis Dragon Boats Awaken On Spa Creek

For the last 15 years, the Annapolis Dragon Boat Club of more than 150 breast cancer survivors and members has celebrated healing, hope and harmony on the water.

Shipley’s Choice Elementary Students Perform In “Mini RNR”

In May, Shipley’s Choice Elementary students performed in the school’s 14th annual “Mini Rock ‘N’ Roll Revival.”

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The menu offerings at Cafe Mezzanotte balance classic Italian preparations with new-age innovation, highlighting ingredients that are in season.
Park Tavern’s signature Tavern Burger is made with ground New York Strip steak and topped with double cut thick bacon, cheddar, tomato jam and arugula served on a sesame brioche bun.

Behind The Scenes With The Best Of Severna Park

These five restaurants won a total of 19 “Best of Severna Park” awards in 2025, including 16 in the “food/dining” category and three in the “entertainment” category.

“Groundhog Day” captures one man’s frustration as a town obsesses over a marmot and its shadow.

Summer Slate Of Theater Offers Broad Appeal

What do sea maidens, mummies and time loops have in common? They are all coming to a stage in Anne Arundel County or nearby this summer.

In one of the season’s highlights, collectors discuss a hand-annotated “Lawrence of Arabia” movie script.

MPT’s “Chesapeake Collectibles” Returns For 12th Season

Maryland Public Television’s original series “Chesapeake Collectibles" returns for its 12th season with a treasure trove of captivating finds beginning on June 2.

Event Calendar

Sat 21

Back to the 80s - CHS Alumni …

Chesapeake High School | Pasadena, MD

Sat 21

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating …

Gotta Have HeART Studio | Severna Park, MD

Sat 21

The Annapolis Blend …

Shipley's Choice | Millersville, MD

Thu 26

County Resource Info Session …

Eastport United Methodist Church | Annapolis, MD

Thu 26

Multi-Chamber Networking …

Chesapeake Baysox Baseball | Bowie, MD

Fri 27

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating …

The McCarl Dental Group | Millersville, MD

Sat 28

Saturday Morning "Creek …

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park's Park … | Annapolis, MD

Tue 8

Stitchin' in the Stacks

Severna Park Library | Severna Park, MD

Tue 8

Stitchin' in the Stacks- …

Severna Park Library | Severna Park, MD

Fri 11

Live Arts Maryland 2025 - …

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts | Annapolis, MD

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Community

Severna Park Native Serves With Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command At Fort Detrick

Petty Officer First Class Steven Tabisz, from Severna Park, serves as the senior enlisted leader assigned to Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command Detachment Fort Detrick, Maryland.

Volunteer Of The Month: Tim Yarbrough Helps Beautify County Trails

Arnold resident Tim Yarbrough serves on the board of directors for the Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails and volunteers as a caretaker for some of the trails’ parks and memorials.

Earleigh Heights Hosts Rescue Training

Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company hosted extrication expert Ron Moore and fire departments statewide during a four-day training class in May.

U.S. Navy Blue Angels Visit Annapolis For Commissioning Week

On May 20, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight demonstration squadron took to the skies over the United States Naval Academy for a rehearsal air show. Wednesday's show was canceled due to weather.

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Sports

Student-Athlete Of The Month: Sienna Miller

Though she’s played on Broadneck High School’s girls varsity lacrosse team for four years as an attacker, Miller said she doesn’t try to carry the team, but rather to put herself in a position to contribute to the team.

The Bruins overturned a deficit to beat Urbana 8-6 at Stevenson University’s Mustang Stadium to win the program’s fifth straight championship.

Bruins Rally For Fifth Straight State Title

Broadneck held off Urbana 8-6 at Stevenson University’s Mustang Stadium to win the program’s fifth straight championship.

Broadneck rallied behind senior captain Olivia Mellynchuk and junior captains Hadley Crooks and Anissa Jean-Claude.

Mellynchuk, Broadneck Tennis Complete Threepeat

Olivia Mellynchuk helped the Bruins win their third straight team title. They scored 20 points to Churchill's 19.

Despite several setbacks, the Severna Park girls kept their energy high throughout the game.

Falcons Fall Short In Three-Peat Bid

Marriotts Ridge defeated Severna Park 11-10 on May 21, giving the Mustangs the 3A girls lacrosse state championship.

Jack Deitch (17) battled for possession with Urbana’s midfield throughout the game.

Broadneck Boys Lacrosse Thwarted By Urbana

In a game that was more patient than urgent, measured than intense, Urbana stymied Broadneck for a 5-2 win that defended the Hawks’ title from 2024.

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Business

June Chamber Update

Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce CEO Liz League welcomes new chamber members and highlights businesses in the community.

Navigating A Volatile Market With A Steady Investment Plan

Financial Advisor Jason LaBarge discusses the importance of avoiding allowing short-term market conditions to derail your investment strategy.

Karen Renee Interior Design Celebrates Triple Win At MBIA Awards of Excellence

The team at Karen Renee Interior Design was proud to receive a triple victory at the 2025 Maryland Building Industry Association Awards of Excellence in April.

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School & Youth

Oak Hill Elementary Celebrates School Pride, Legacy Of 100-Year-Old Tree

The end of an old oak tree’s life led to the beginning of a new oak tree, which the school celebrated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 20.

Bethany Farber Earns Prestigious Socrates Award At Chesterton Academy

At the Chesterton Academy of Annapolis’ senior awards ceremony, Farber received the State of Maryland Certificate of Merit and one of the school’s highest honors, the Socrates Award.