There will be no refuse or yard waste collections either day. However, those normally scheduled for yard waste on Thursday or Friday will receive it the following Wednesday, Nov. 30. Those normally scheduled for recycling on Friday, will receive it the previous Wednesday, Nov. 23. The complete schedule is available at .
Annapolis, mark your calendars! The holidays are fast approaching and the mayor wants to remind you of several events taking place around the city, starting with the Grand Illumination on Nov. 27. The festivities run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. with dancing, carols and the tree lighting. Join the fun at Market House Hopkins Plaza and kickoff the downtown holiday season. See Santa arrive by horse and carriage. This event is sponsored by the Annapolis Jaycees.
Then, on Dec. 8, join the mayor, members of City Council and city staff at the City Hall Holiday Open House . Receive a warm holiday welcome at City Hall from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, located at 160 Duke of Gloucester St. Celebrate the holidays with music by hammered dulcimer recording artist, Maggie Sansone and an art exhibit and book signing by world renowned photographer for National Geographic Lynn Abercrombie. Her newly release book "Traveling the World for National Geographic" will be available.
And don't forget Midnight Madness from 6 p.m. to midnight on Dec. 8 and again on Dec. 15. That's two dates to shop-'til-you-drop while listening to your favorite holiday music. Enjoy the shopping, street performers and treats in store from the many wonderful downtown merchants.
The Eastport Yacht Club Lights Parade will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 10, followed by fireworks! Magic happens on the water of Annapolis Harbor as boats suddenly appear out of the cold winter night, illuminated with thousands of colored lights and crewed by jolly revelers. Families and friends gather at their favorite viewing spots all along the Spa Creek and harbor waterfront. This signature Annapolis event is brought to us by the Eastport Yacht Club. If you would like to participate or just learn more, go to and click on "Lights Parade."
"It's A Wonderful Life in West Annapolis" will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Dec. 17. Enjoy a nostalgic holiday event with Santa, shopping, children's activities and entertainment. Free horse and carriage rides will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Watch your favorite holiday movie, "It's A Wonderful Life," showing throughout the day. A portion of merchant sales will be donated to local charities. To learn more call 410-295-5157 or visit westannapolisbusiness.org .
Ring in the New Year with the Annapolis New Year's Eve Celebration 2011! Join us on from 3 p.m. to midnight Dec. 31. For the young and young at heart, plan to be at Susan Campbell Park from 3 to 7:30 p.m. for the Annapolis Children's Museum's AWESOME Children's Fun Time. Enjoy the first of two firework shows at 7:30 p.m. The fun at Susan Campbell Park just never stops! "Dancing Under the Stars" with the Big Band Sound begins at 8 p.m. and takes you to the midnight countdown as we greet the New Year with midnight fireworks! For more information, contact Ruby Singleton Blakeney at 410-263-7940 or rsblakeney@annapolis.gov . Keep up-to-date with new event announcements at www.annapolis.gov .
The new Wild Bird Center opened at 1410 Forest Drive in Annapolis with an official ribbon cutting ceremony held yesterday.
The Wild Bird Center of Annapolis is a unique retail business offering customers a wide range of nature related products including premium quality bird seed, bird feeders, bird houses, optics, wind chimes, bird baths and a distinctive variety of gifts to appeal to customers who wish to be more connected with nature.
"With more than 400 different species of birds in Maryland, the Wild Bird Center of Annapolis is a valuable resource for city bird watchers," Mayor Josh Cohen said. "The numerous species found in Annapolis is just one more example of our city's natural beauty and its enduring appeal."
Julie Curd is the owner of the Wild Bird Center store, which caters to those who enjoy the development of backyard habitats for birds and other wildlife. While focusing on Annapolitans' sensitivity to the environment, Curd's business provides a wide variety of environmentally safe items, hobby accessories and nature related gifts.
"Ms. Curd's enthusiasm is refreshing and I applaud her entrepreneurial spirit," said Lara Fritts, Annapolis and Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation president and CEO. "The Annapolis area is a haven for this type of woman-owned unique retail business."
As a nature enthusiast and amateur nature photographer, Curd made the decision to leave her 20-year career as a corporate manager to pursue a path of entrepreneurship. Her search for a small business opportunity led her to the Wild Bird Center of Annapolis. "I am thrilled to open a business which aligns with my own passions and interests while also enhancing the lifestyle of others in the Annapolis community," Curd said.
To learn more, go to .
Rhonda Wardlaw is public information officer and marketing coordinator for the City of Annapolis.
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