The Broadneck Halloween and Fall Event Roundup
With so many events happening this month we wanted to touch on each one and get the word out.  Each of these events grows larger and larger each year with wonderful community support.  Get out and take advantage of these wonderful events though out the month of October.

13th Annual Fall Craft Show 10/15/11 & 10/16/11
Joyce Lynch will be hosting her 13th Annual Fall Craft show on Saturday 10/15/11 and Sunday 10/16/11 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Rain or Shine).  Browse through a wide variety of handmade and seasonal crafts.  These items are perfect for decorating your home for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.  Get something for you or a gift for someone for the holiday season.  Refreshments will be available.  The Craft Show will be located at 1057 Lake Claire Dr. which is on the corner of Linden Tree and Lake Claire Dr.

When: 10/15/11 and 10/16/11 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: 1057 Lake Claire Dr.
Annapolis, MD 21409

1st Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival 10/15/11
Cape St. Claire United Methodist Church will host its 1st Pumpkin Patch Festival on October 15 from 10 AM to 3 PM. There will be pumpkins for sale, pumpkin baked goods, lots of food, cold and hot drinks, lots of vendors, a moon bounce, games and fun, fun, fun!
This event kicks off our pumpkin patch which will be open for the community during the week of October 17-21

When 10/15/11 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Cape St. Claire United Methodist Church
855 Chestnut Tree Drive, Annapolis, MD 21409
Contact: 410-757-4896 for more information
Website: www.capeumc.org

Holiday Craft Show 10/22/11
There will be a Holiday Craft Show Saturday, October 22, 2011 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM at the Cape St. Claire Clubhouse.  Crafters needed, call Mary Lamb at 410-757-0593.  This event is sponsored by CSC Halloween Happenings.

When: 10/22/11 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Cape St. Claire Clubhouse
1223 River Bay Road, Annapolis, MD 21409
Contact: Mary Lamb 410-757-0593

Cape St. Claire Halloween Happenings 10/22/11
In response to many request the Strawberry Festival Committee is sponsoring our 3rd Annual Halloween Event in the corral area of the clubhouse on Saturday, October 22nd 2011.  We will be hosting crafts, a moon bounce, hayrides, scarecrow making and pumpkin patch.  Food and crafts will be available to purchase.  ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and spaces will be limited.  Send your registrations early.

When: 10/22/11 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Cape St. Claire Clubhouse
1223 River Bay Road, Annapolis, MD 21409
Price: $5.00 per child and $6.00 in addition if you would like to make a scarecrow.
YOU MUST PREREGISTER!
Registration Form Link: http://www.cscia.org/caper/issues/September2011.pdf
Contact: Mary Lamb 410-757-0593

3rd Goshen Farm Annual Halloween Ball 10/22/11
This year’s event is on Saturday, October 22nd at 7:30 pm. DJ Chris Timko will be spinning the tunes, Silent Auction, 50/50, Costume Contest. Each ticket gets you delectable hors devours from Chef Beth Rocco and 1 drink your choice beer, wine or soda.  There will be plenty of additional beverages available for purchase. GFPS member price $20 per ticket, non member $25. Costumes are encouraged but not required.

We will be at the CSC United Methodist Church Fall Festival on 10/15 selling tickets and in front of Graul’s on 10/16. Or, you can contact Barbara Riordan Morgan  or any board member directly for tickets or to reserve a table. Lots of great silent auction stuff including a fire pit from True Value, Fishing Charter from the Sloskeys, Fishing Rod and Reel from Anglers, lots of restaurant gift Certs. – we have been well supported by our local shopping center! Come out and have some fun and support a great cause for OUR community. All proceeds to benefit the restoration of Goshen Farm. To reserve a table please contact us directly at goshenfarm1783@gmail.com

When: 10/22/11 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Location: Cape St. Claire Clubhouse
1223 River Bay Road, Annapolis, MD 21409
Ticket Price: $25 for non members and $20 for GFPS members
Contact: goshenfarm1783@gmail.com
Website: www.goshenfarm.org
Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=215752825144619

Trick or Treat at the Shopping Center 10/29/11
Join your friends and neighbors as they dress up and trick-or-treat at the Cape St. Claire Shopping Center.  Trick-or-Treating will begin at 5:00 PM and last until 6:30 PM or until the candy is gone.  Look for signs in the windows of the local merchants to identify those participating.

When: 10/29/11 6:30 PM
Location: Cape St. Claire Shopping Center

Big V’s 4th Annual Halloween 5K and Fall Festival 10/30/11
Join Big V for the 4th Annual 5K to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The race will initiate from Big Vanilla Arnold at 8am and the course will run through the campus of Anne Arundel Community College. All participants (must be 13 years of age or older) will be entered into a raffle for prizes from our sponsors. Costumes are encouraged. Last year’s event was a great success and raised over $10,000.00 for St. Jude!

Donation: $28 per person includes a t-shirt (age 13 and older).
NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION!
To view the flyer and register visit: http://www.bigvanilla.com/club/scripts/view/view_pubnews.asp?GRP=15207&NS=PUBLIC&PID=10410

Our Fall Festival will be fun for the whole family.  The event will include face painting, moon bounce, pumpkin painting and family fun for all.  All participants will be entered into a raffle for prizes and surprises from our sponsors.  The Fall Festival is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and will be held at 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

If you have any other events you would like us to include please email them to info@gobroadneck.com

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Appetizers and Snacks will be served. Tickets are $20 for GFPS members, and $25 for non members. Limited tickets will be sold at the door. To purchase tickets in advance contact a GFPS board member. We will be setting up a table in front Graul”s Market to sell tickets (see the website for dates and times) and some local businesses will have tickets for sale. Please see the website for participating locations. You mail email goshenfarm1783@gmail.com to reserve a table. What: Goshen Farm Holloween Ball Fundraiser When: Sunday 10/22/11 7:30 – 11:30 pm Tickets $20 each for GFPS members

and $25 for non members Where: Cape St. Claire Clubhouse 1223 Riverbay Rd. Cape St. Claire, MD 21409 Additional Information: www.goshenfarm.org Contact: goshenfarm1783@gmail.com  

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21st Annual Crab Soup Cook-off, Department of Natural Resources’ Maryland Fishing Challenge, Crab Cake eating contest, and Crab Picking contest. The Festival brings back happy memories with the traditionally held events and new soon-to-be favorites this year! Event Schedule Saturday Sept. 10, 2011 8:00am: Maryland Fishing Challenge begins. 10:00am: Doors open to the general public 11:30am: Crab Soup Cook-off begins 12:30pm: Phillips/Giant Recipe Contest 1:00pm: Old Mill High School Alumni Steel Band 2:00pm: J.O. Spice Demonstration 3:00pm: 9 Mile Roots Reggae Band 4:30pm: Phillips Crab Cake Eating Contest 5:30pm: The Reagan Years 8:15pm: Cowboy Mouth Sunday Sept. 11, 2011 10:00am: Doors open to the general public 11:00am: Chesapeake Steel Drum Band 12:30pm: J.O. Spice Demonstration 1:00pm: Cantler’s Crab Picking contest preliminary round 1:00pm: The Rovers 2:00pm: Cantler’s Crab Picking contest preliminary round 2:30pm: Phillips Crab Cake Eating Contest 3:00pm: Cantler’s Crab Picking contest preliminary round 3:00pm: Kelly Bell Band 4:30pm: Cantler’s Crab Picking Finals 5:15pm: Steel Magnolia Recap What: Maryland Seafood Festival When: Sat. 9/10/11 and Sun. 9/11/11 Where: Sandy Point State Park Tickets: Adults $12 Online, $14 at the gate, Kids under 12 free, VIP Packages Available. See Link: http://www.mdseafoodfestival.com/secure-payment.php Additional Information Website: www.mdseafoodfestival.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maryland-Seafood-Festival/108414275855218   Follow GoBroadneck on Facebook at www.facebook.com/broadneck  

(about 4:00 pm). Admission is $8 per car or $5 for walk-ins over the age of 6 years (pricing printed on posters and handouts). Proceeds help benefit local charities. Joust proceeds go to St. Margaret’s general

funds and are used for missions and maintenance, especially the Annapolis Area Ministries, Inc. (AAMI), Camp Allen, and work with Anne Arundel County Department of Social Services. AAMI operates the Light House homeless shelter, Anchor House transitional housing, and other similar services in the local community. As the annual Craft Faire shapes up again this year the list of talented crafters grows. Contact Rebecca Moss to reserve your table. rmoss40773@aol.com. Last year’s crafters included: – Archeological Jewelry – Unique jewelry inspired by the past/ genuine gems by Sonja Hollerman – Annapolis Necklaces – Beaded & silver Peruvian necklaces and bracelets by Gladys Munaires – Best Fairy Books – Children’s fairy books by Bobbie Hinman – BJ’ Blings and Things – Children’s clothing, photography, & handbags by Beth Mutch – Bonnie Stitches – Handmade quilted bags & items by Bonnie Stitzel – Cedarwood Soaps – Handmade scented soaps, goat’s milk lotions, etc. by Karen Danella – Crystalooneys – Henna art, aboriginal abstract body painting by Christalene Karaiskakis – Designs by Jenn – Face painting, crazy hair, fairy wings, & ribbon halos by Jennifer Moslen – Doors to Africa – Handmade jewelry & clothing /African flair by Evelyn Ngono – Fusion Ltd. – Fused glassware and glassware jewelry by Cindy Applegate – Goshen Farm Preservation Society – Kayak raffle by Barbara Morgan – Japanese Calligraphy – Your name written in Katakawa by Fumiko Church – Jewels by Joanne – Pillowcase dresses for young girls by Joanne Norton – Key Lime Designs – Unique original collages embellished with wire & buttons by Molly Dennis – Lantern Delights – Hand-painted candle lanterns and votive holders by John Panella – M & D Ceramics – Mini animal & large Christmas Tree handmade ceramics by Delores James – Magic Needles – Hand knitted, crochet, & cross stitched items by Paula Eisel – Master Gardeners – By Ginny Klocko – MommyShop – Children’s clothing, mom & kid crafts by Beth Mutch – Old World – Handcrafted clothing, gift ware, & jewelry by Gem Ozkok – Priates & Pixes – Fairy doors & Lego kits by Melissa Hall – Printemps Pottery – Hand-thrown functional art pottery by Nevan Wise – SimplyLeigh Devine Creations – Handcrafted jewelry by Leigh Gruber – Tree Top Designs – Preppy items for you & your pet by Laurie Clautice – They Flew Proud – Local author of WWII book by Jane Birch – Quilts – By Marie McIntire – Wonderful Hands of Peru –Fine hand crafts & accessories made by women of Peru by Patricia De Los Rios What: St. Margaret’s Joust and Craft Faire Why: The Joust is a family event for both the jousters and the local community. Proceeds help support local charities including the Annapolis Lighthouse Shelter and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Don’t miss the fun! When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm Where: St. Margarets Church, Annapolis, Maryland How Much: $8 per car, $5 walk-ins, kids under 6 FREE (pricing posted on posters and handouts for the event) For More Information Contact; – Anne Sessions or Steve Brennan, 410.974.0200 – Crafter contact: Rebecca Moss, rmoss40773@aol.com – Rev. Stewart Lucas, St. Margaret’s Church 410-974-0200 – Stewart@St-Margarets.org – Program Manager: Steve Brennan – 410-353-3284 – Steve@ILIMER.com – PR Contact: Janice Roper-Graham – 443-871-2308 – Janice@opp-llc.com Visit www.smjoust.org Follow GoBroadneck on Facebook at www.facebook.com/broadneck

The long standing local racing tradition will be a few weeks earlier this year.  Instead of August, this year the 21st Annual Thunder on the Bay Racing Event will be held on June 25th and 26th 2011.

Some highlights to look forward to include;

• Running of the J-stock Hydros (Jr. Stock Class) for kids in morning
• Vintage boats, including vintage GP’s will be flying around the race course
• Skiff Dash-for-Cash (or as we call it – a free-for-all)
• Alton Pierson Memorial Race for the 5 Litre’s
• Special race for 2.5 L Modified Class
• Paul Sohn Memorial Race for the Skiffs.
• Paul Reed Smith Guitar Raffle – It is on display at Baker’s Liquor Store (1500 Postal Road Chester, MD 21619). Tickets can be purchased in advance. They are $5 ea and there will be a maximum of 300 sold. You need not be present to win.

10 Classes of boats will be racing on both days of the events.  Classes include; 1 Liter Modified,  1-1/2 Stock, 2-1/2 Stock, 2-1/2 Modified, 5 Liter; National Modified, Jersey Speed Skiff, Pro Stock, J-Stock Hydro, and Vintage.

Each year the Kent Narrows Racing Association makes a donation to a local charity from the proceeds of the weekend’s event. Chesterwye Foundation was chosen this year. According to their website www.chesterwye.com, Chesterwye was founded in 1967 by a group of concerned citizens interested in aiding and providing services to children with Developmental Disabilities. Later, as the children grew older and as services were needed in the county, the focus of support was directed towards adults with Developmental Disabilities. Currently, Chesterwye provides a variety of services for over 70 adults with Developmental Disabilities.

Gates Open at 10:00AM both days.  Adults are $7.00 and kids under 12 are free.  There will be plenty of food available for purchase including roast beef sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, fried clams and much more.
As usual there will be plenty of boats and vendors on site.

Off-site parking is available under both sides of the Kent Narrows Route 50 Bridge.  Shuttle Bus Service will be available to take patrons to the yacht club.  You will not be able to park on yacht club grounds.  Please NO COOLERS.

What: Thunder on the Narrows
When: June 25th and 26th 2011 – Gates Open at 10:00am
How Much: Adults $7.00, Kids under 12 Free
Where: Kent Island Yacht Club – Exit 41 off Route 50
More Infomation: www.kentnarrowsracing.com

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Summer is here and so is all of the local produce.  Graul’s Market is currently selling quite a bit of local produce from the Eastern Shore and surrounding areas.  Last year there was several outbreaks and news scares about people getting sick from fruit and vegetables.  Below is an excerpt from an FDA newsletter recently sent out to the public and I thought it would be worth posting to keep our families safe this summer.

7 Tips for Cleaning Fruits, Vegetables

Federal health officials estimate that nearly 48 million people are sickened by food contaminated with harmful bacteria each year, and some of the causes might surprise you.

Although most people know animal products must be handled carefully to prevent spoilage, many don’t realize that fruits and veggies can also be the culprits in outbreaks of food borne illness.  Last year, the United States has had several large outbreaks of illness caused by contaminated fruits and vegetables—including spinach, tomatoes, and peppers.

Glenda Lewis, an expert on food borne illness with the Food and Drug Administration, says produce can be contaminated in many ways. During the growing phase, fruits and veggies may be contaminated by the soil, water, or the fertilizer. After it’s harvested, it passes through many hands, increasing the contamination risk. Contamination can also occur once the produce has been purchased, during the food prep or even through inadequate storage. With so many sources from whence contamina¬tion can occur, safely preparing your produce before eating is especially important.

FDA says to choose produce that isn’t bruised or damaged, and make sure that pre-cut items—such as bags of lettuce or watermelon slices are either refrigerated or on ice both in the store and at home. In addition, follow these recommendations:

1. Wash your hands for 20 seconds with warm water and soap before and after preparing fresh produce.
2. Cut away any damaged or bruised areas before preparing and eating.
3. Gently rub produce while holding under plain running water. There’s no need to use soap or a produce wash.
4. Wash produce BEFORE you peel it so dirt and bacteria aren’t trans¬ferred from the knife onto the fruit or veggie.
5. Use a vegetable brush to scrub firm produce, such as melons and cucumbers.
6. Dry produce with a clean cloth or paper towel to further reduce bac¬teria that may be present.
7. Throw away the outermost leaves of a head of lettuce or cabbage.

Lewis says you should store perishable produce in the refrigerator at 40 degrees or below. Because cooking food kills harmful bacteria, raw veggies and fruits carry the biggest risk of contamination. Lewis says to steer clear of raw sprouts, which are often served on salads, wraps, sandwiches, and Asian food.

Find this and other Consumer Updates at www.fda.gov
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Louder Than Words is a cabaret style concert that will be held on June 27th at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis located at 1661 Bay Head Road in Bay Head Park. There will be a silent auction and reception starting at 6 pm with the concert beginning at 7 pm. The event will be raising money for Infinity Theatre Company, co-founded by Annapolis and Broadneck’s Anna Roberts, as well as the “I Can” Team Monica Foundation, a breast cancer support organization.

Louder Than Words is the second fund raiser that Justin Brill has organized in Annapolis, a follow up to “For The Women We Love”, a concert held at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre in the summer of 2009. The ASGT event was able to raise close to $10,000 for breast cancer research.

Since graduating from Broadneck High School in 1996, Justin has performed all around the country. On Broadway he performed in Rent, All Shook Up & High Fidelity. His two favorite roles so far include Patsy in Spamalot opposite John O’Hurley at the Wynn Hotel Las Vegas & his current role of Boq in the 1st National tour of Wicked. Wicked will be playing the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC for 11 weeks starting on June 15.

Anna Roberts Ostroff is Co-Producing Artistic Director of Infinity Theatre Company. In addition to her work with Infinity, Anna is the Founder and Executive Director of Arts for All, a non-profit outreach organization serving in-need children in New York City. Anna holds a BFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. She has performed all over the country, as well as in New York – favorite roles include Luisa in The Fantasticks, Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof, Belle in A Christmas Carol, Sarah in Guys and Dolls, and Jessica in Tradition. Anna also has produced many shows in New York, and Associate Produced Cardinal Theatrical’s production of Rent in Minneapolis.

What:  Louder Than Words: A Benefit Concert
Hosted by Justin Brill of the Wicked First National Tour
Benefiting: Infinity Theatre Company, and “I Can” Team Monica Foundation

When: Monday, June 27th, 2011
Silent Auction starts at 6:00pm
Cabaret Starts at 7:00pm

Where: Children’s Theatre of Annapolis
1661 Bay Head Rd.  Annapolis, MD 21409

To buy tickets and get more information visit the website at www.louderthanwordsbenefit.com

Additional Details:
Visit the Infinity Theatre Company at www.infinitytheatrecompany.com
Visit “I Can” Team Monica Foundation’s website at www.icanteammonica.org
For more information about Justin Brill visit his website at www.justinbrill.com
Visit the Children’s Theatre Company at www.childrenstheatreofannapolis.org
For more information about Merideth Clay Clark visit her website at www.meridethkayeclark.com
Visit the DragonFly Dance Experiment at www.dragonflydance.com

DragonFly Dance Experiment is a growing arts organization and a vital member of the Annapolis performing arts community.  DragonFly Dance Experiment brings important community oriented arts events to Maryland and provides a highly accessible platform for dance and artistic collaborations.  Artistic Director Megan Morse Jans was the recipient of a 2009 Individual Artist Award from the Maryland State Arts Council and DragonFly has been seen on stages locally, regionally and Our HistoryOur exclusive program for energy-efficient homes is good for homeowners, good for commercial builders , and good for the planet. internationally.

In “Thread” the Annapolis based dance company will explore themes of isolation and connection and the changing of inter-personal connections in a post-viral world. Is our ability to access infinite information, and meet virtually anyone via the internet sacrificing person to person interaction? DragonFly is joined by guest choreographers—Stephanie Yezek, choreographer/dancer Nicole McClam, and dancer Tommy Parlon.

Who: DragonFly Dance Experiment
What: “Thread”
When: Friday May 27, 2011 8pm
Where: Creative Alliance at the Patterson
3414 Eastern Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224

Tickets: $15 general, $10 members
To purchase tickets online click on the following link.  http://www.creativealliance.org/events/eventItem2540.html

Contact: Megan Morse Jans
Phone: 443.528.2818
Email: info@dragonflydance.com

For more information about the Dragonfly Dance Experiment visit their website at www.dragonflydance.com
All photos are by Pam Bolig.  For more information visit www.boligphotography.com

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Cape St. Claire’s biggest annual event is right around the corner. The Strawberry Festival, located at the Cape St. Claire Main Beach. This year’s event will be Saturday, June 11th from 11am to 7pm (the rain date will be the 12th). This is the time of the year when thousands of local residents meet for a great day of family fun.

Each year the Strawberry Festival starts with a Community Parade which starts at 10am. The march towards the festival begins at the Cape St. Claire Volunteer Firehouse and ends at the Festival’s location at the Main Beach.

Some of the events will include; “The Berriest Baby/Princess/Jr. Princess/Little Princess”, The “Berriest Doggie” contest, Bike Decorating, Watermelon Eating Contest, Sac Races, Big Vanilla Rock Climbing Wall, Moon Bounce, and much more.

There will be Great Food, Dozens of Games, and a lot of Vendors.

There will be Live Music all day, The Strawberry Kitchen featuring short cakes and sundaes, and the Beer Garden featuring beer, and strawberry daiquiris.

Come out and support your local community and local businesses. So many businesses pitch in or take part in the festival.

What: The Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival
Where: Cape St. Claire Main Beach
When: Saturday June 11th from 11am to 7pm
Contact: Mary Lamb for more details @ 410-757-0593

Special Thank You to the following Community Businesses for their support;
Rita’s Italian Ice, Graul’s Market, Main Street Hair Care, Bella’s Liquors, Bank Annapolis, Severn Savings, Artist’s Flat & Family Store, Bergman Cleaners, Broadneck Grill, Subway, Ski Haus Sports Center and Cycle Works, Cape True Value Hardware, Fairwinds Marina, Advanced Home Improvements, Mona Lacovey Remax, Pizza Hut, Quality Care Automotive, Inc., Richard’s Tree Care, Vizzini’s Pizza, Cape Hair Scene / Cape Barber Shop, Annapolis Dance Factory, Whimsicality, Broadstripe cable, JNJ Improvements, Inc., TNT Hair Salon and Barber Shop, Red Hot & Blue, Bay Breeze Cleaning Service, Pit Boys, Cantler’s Riverside Inn, Bay Hills Eye Care, O’Loughlins, Maria’s Picture Place, Garry’s Grill, The Cape Exchange, Safeway Store Annapolis/Arnold, Superfresh, PNC Bank Cape St. Claire, Big Vanilla Athletic Club, Curves, Pizza Boli, De Palo, Fran O’Briens, Economy Pest control, Rick Brady Photography, Middleton’s Tavern, Island Imports, Fanci-Stitch – Chris Nokes, Improvement Zone, Berlniner Specialty Foods, Inc., Hoffman Animal Hospital, Jing Ying Institute, Riverbay Roadhouse, Applebees.