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Marine Corps Colonel Gives Severn School A Clear Charge On Anniversary Of 9/11
Twenty-five years to the day after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks changed the landscape of the nation and the trajectory of U.S. Marine Corps Col. Lindsay Mathwick’s life forever, she stood before students and faculty at Severn School to impart a message of leadership and character to high schoolers who were not yet born on 9/11. Born into a U.S. Navy family, Mathwick attended high school at Severn School and graduated in 2000.
Y’ollk Bakery Dishes Scratch-Made Sweet And Savory Fare In Severna Park
On the heels of a lengthy buildout and with great community anticipation, a new eatery opened its doors in the Park in September. Y’ollk Bakery celebrated its grand opening last month and was welcomed with much fanfare. With co-owners originally from the Philippines and Turkey, Y’ollk offers a curated menu rooted in traditional baking and French-inspired technique with Filipino and Turkish flavors thoughtfully incorporated.
Festivals And Fairs Headline Weekends In September
Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 12:07 pm From jousting to a rodeo, a crab soup cookoff to concerts by the bay, fairs and festivals happening in the greater Annapolis area this month promise fun for all. Merriment abounds every weekend in September, starting with the Maryland Renaissance Festival and culminating with the Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival. Save the date for these family-friendly celebrations around town.
Free Concert Series Is An Anticipated Community Tradition
For music enthusiasts, summers in Severna Park are bookended by free concert series at Hatton Regester Green. Each May and September, the Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails arranges for local musicians to perform on Sunday afternoons at the idyllic spot in the heart of town. The May concert series earlier this year was the first to be performed on the park’s newly constructed covered stage.
New Cape St. Claire Fire Station Will Continue To Serve Annapolis, Arnold Communities
After 70 years of operation, the Cape St. Claire fire station has been identified for replacement, and following a groundbreaking ceremony in late April, construction is underway. Station 19, located at 1411 Cape St. Claire Road in Annapolis, is staffed by a combination of career firefighters and volunteers, with five career firefighters present 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year according to Captain Michael Mayo.
Rekindling A Neighborhood Tradition: Shakespeare On The Severn Returns To Ben Oaks
Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 12:43 pm On a breezy midsummer evening, an audience of over 150 people attended a showing of William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” But instead of gathering in a theater to watch professionals perform one of the Bard’s famous works, they congregated next to their neighborhood pond on August 1 and sat in lawn chairs to enjoy familiar faces putting on a familiar show.
Board Of Appeals Rules Against Proposed Arnold Chick-fil-A
For five years, community members have spoken out about the construction of a new drive-thru-only Chick-fil-A along southbound Ritchie Highway in Arnold. Following preliminary plan approval granted by the county last year, the Anne Arundel County Board of Appeals held nine hearings for public testimony in late 2025. Last month, the Board of Appeals issued a memorandum of opinion, voting 4-3 in the appellants’ favor.
Severna Park’s David And Ginger Hildebrand Celebrate America’s 250th Through Their Life’s Work
“I feel that we were absolutely born for this moment,” David Hildebrand said just prior to America’s 250th birthday, adding, “We’ve been doing this stuff for so long, living and breathing this stuff, that I feel we are uniquely positioned to be able to tell the story accurately and with passion through this program.” The program he referred to is a series of more than 30 concerts that he and his wife, Ginger, are performing up and down the East Coast throughout the year in celebration of the...
Broadneck Grads Reflect On Performing With The Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra
On June 6, the Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra (NPO) performed the final concert of its 2025-2026 season, and for five members of the ensemble it was their last time playing with the NPO. During a break in the program, themed “American Voices: United Through Song,” NPO Music Director/Conductor Anna Binneweg celebrated five young musicians in the orchestra who had just graduated from high school and would soon head off to college.
Hometown Heroes: Chief Warrant Officer Lee Currier
Lee Currier spent his childhood years in Glen Burnie and moved to Severna Park with his family when he was in middle school. After he and his twin sister graduated from Severna Park High School in 2002, Currier spent time at Anne Arundel Community College and worked in construction. Neither was a perfect fit, and at his parents’ recommendation, Currier joined the United States Coast Guard (USCG) in October 2003. Growing up near the Chesapeake Bay, he had early introductions to the Coast Guard.
Severna Park’s Anna Binneweg Strikes A Chord As Orchestra Director And Conductor
Growing up in scenic Lake Tahoe, California, Anna Binneweg was a Nordic skier long before her ultimate career path came into focus. In Nordic skiing, a kick turn is a maneuver used to change direction up to 180 degrees; metaphorically, Binneweg did a career kick turn when she pivoted away from competitive skiing and followed her instincts to pursue music in college and beyond.
Savory Surprises: Exploring Unfamiliar Cuisine At Familiar Local Eateries
Dining out around town, crab cakes and seafood from places like Donnelly’s Dockside are a solid choice for locals, and if that’s not your thing, eateries like Severna Park Taphouse will satisfy any appetite with their burgers and sandwiches, and Señor Chile is a must for the Mexican food enthusiast. Whatever your favorite haunt, “the usual” always hits the spot.
Plebes No More: SPHS Class Of ’25 Grads Complete Herndon Climb, First Year At USNA
It’s a grueling finale to a grueling year: Members of the United States Naval Academy’s (USNA) fourth class form a human pyramid to climb a greased 21-foot obelisk with the objective of replacing a plebe summer hat with an upperclassman’s hat at the top. The Herndon Climb has been a tradition since 1940 and marks the official end of plebe year for academy freshmen.
Magothy River Middle STEM Educator Joe Bigsby Named AACPS Teacher Of The Year
At the beginning of the process to select the 2026 Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) Teacher of the Year, 88 educators were nominated for the award. Later, 18 semifinalists were announced. Then, the field was narrowed to seven finalists. That’s when it started to become a reality for Magothy River Middle School (MRMS) STEM teacher Joe Bigsby that he might actually be selected for the honor.
Raw Honesty And Expert Knowledge Set Clients At Ease With Realtor Jody Buck
“Jody will tell you everything – even things you don’t want to hear. She will tell you the nitty gritty.” A past client of Severna Park-based Realtor Jody Buck shared these words with friends who were house hunting and felt that they weren’t getting the information they needed from their agent.
Volunteer of the Month: Stephanie Zyvoloski
A resident of Severna Park for nearly 17 years, Stephanie Zyvoloski was first introduced to the nonprofit Walk the Walk Foundation (WTWF) through her church many years ago. At the time, WTWF coordinated a Christmas gift drive for underprivileged children at Bay Area Community Church. Zyvoloski and her husband are parents to three boys and a girl, ages 14-22, and each year they would sponsor gifts for a family that had three boys and a girl or vice versa.
Hatton Regester Green Concert Series To Feature New And Familiar Musicians On A Newly Built Stage
Posted Friday, April 10, 2026 11:01 am April showers bring May flowers, and if they aren’t too soaking, a new gazebo should sprout up at Hatton Regester Green in the weeks ahead, too. If the weather is favorable between now and the beginning of May, the Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails’ annual spring concert series will christen a newly constructed covered stage at the beloved green space in the heart of Severna Park.
SPHS Sophomore Combines Passions For Music, Mental Health In Pursuit Of Girl Scout Gold Award
For Severna Park High School (SPHS) sophomore Ella Rice, selecting an area of focus for her Girl Scout Gold Award project was not a challenge. For years, she has been passionate about the topic of mental health because she has witnessed friends and family members struggle with it, including a loved one who died by suicide. Ella shared that she has wrestled with mental health as well.
Southern Inspiration, Culinary Innovation And Warm Hospitality Converge At Elephant In The Room
The dinner, lunch and drink menus are creative and thoughtfully curated. The staff members are approachable and knowledgeable. The food itself is a superb addition to the local restaurant scene. So, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: Barely open a full month now, Millersville’s newest restaurant is already so popular that you may encounter a short wait to be seated, even if you arrive early on a Friday evening.
Ice Cream Venture Nets Family Fun, Philanthropic Opportunities For Arnold Couple
Every zany idea Dustin Ellington has pitched to his wife, Lindsay, has been swiftly met with, “No, we’re not doing that.” That is, until one involved ice cream. The Ellingtons are not from New Zealand. In fact, it’s still on their list to visit. But one sampling of New Zealand style ice cream was all it took for an idea to take flight. Dustin said they had never had anything like it; it was fresh and made with wholesome ingredients.
Volunteer Of The Month: Ravens Chiropractor Dr. Alan Sokoloff Educates Young Athletes About Sports Safety - Severna Park
Arnold resident Dr. Alan Sokoloff has been a practicing chiropractor for 38 years. He has been the Baltimore Ravens’ team chiropractor since 1999 and has been with the University of Maryland since 1997. He also works with the Baltimore Orioles. “Dr. Sok,” as he is widely known, has also devoted much of his life to educating rec league coaches and parents about best practices for the health and safety of student-athletes.
SPHS Students Set To Storm The Stage During “Rock ‘N’ Roll Revival XXXVII” - Severna Park
Thirty-seven years running and it just keeps getting better: Severna Park High School’s (SPHS) biggest annual production, “Rock ‘N’ Roll Revival” (RNR), will showcase student talent and wow audiences again this March. This year’s theme, “Storm the Stage,” has layered meaning. “On the surface, we loved the image of a slightly unhinged rock crowd ready to literally storm the stage — very much a return to RNR’s rock-and-roll roots,” said SPHS Drama Program Director Trevor Greenfield.
The Rev. Nancy Lincoln Reynolds Retires From Pastoral Ministry At Woods Church - Severna Park
Since 2003, the Rev. Nancy Lincoln Reynolds has delivered countless sermons from the pulpit of Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, many in her role as associate pastor and some in the role of interim pastor. On Sunday, February 8, Lincoln Reynolds shared her last message with her church family, marking the beginning of her retirement from pastoral ministry. The day before, she was honored for 23 years of faithful service at Woods with a reception at Chartwell Golf & Country Club.
Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra Concerts To Feature Broadneck Students, Chorus Debut - Severna Park
The Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra (NPO) has three concerts remaining in its 2025-2026 season, each of which promises new and exciting elements for the enjoyment of music lovers of all ages. Legends & Landscapes Sunday, February 22, 3:00pm This month, the NPO will showcase many artistic talents in “Legends & Landscapes.” Music Director/Conductor Anna Binneweg shared that Sibelius’ “Finlandia” will be a dramatic, full-orchestra opener.
Where “Expertise Meets Empathy:” Neurosurgery Experts At The University Of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Offer Advanced, Personalized Surgical Care | Severna Park
For 50 years, Marc Womeldorf lived with terrible back pain that radiated down his legs and made it excruciating to sit in a chair. Womeldorf’s spinal symptoms presented when he was just 16 years old, cutting lawns and hoisting heavy mowers into the back of his parents’ station wagon. Swimming and exercise brought temporary relief, which launched his professional interest in the field of physical therapy.
Dining Out Around The Park: Warm Up This Winter With Local Hot Cocoa - Severna Park
During the cold winter months, whether you’ve been playing in the snow, walking in the brisk air, or working on outdoor home projects, there is one thing guaranteed to warm you up quickly – in addition to a long, hot shower, of course – and that is hot chocolate. Enjoyed by all ages, a rich and creamy cocoa is a must-have on especially chilly days. Around Severna Park and Arnold, several cafés and food trailers serve their own takes on the classic beverage.
2026 Legislative Session Preview - Severna Park
The 449th session of the Maryland General Assembly will be convened on Wednesday, January 14, and is slated to wrap up on Monday, April 13. During the 90-day legislative session, state senators and delegates will introduce and deliberate on thousands of bills, passing on average about one-third of them in both chambers before they go on to the governor to be signed into law or vetoed.
Severna Park Voice Launches “Nonprofit Of The Year” As New Initiative To Give Back - Severna Park
As the Severna Park Voice newspaper celebrates its 45th anniversary in 2026, our staff members are investing time and resources in an exciting new program that will enable the Voice, its readers and its clients to support the nonprofits that give back to our community in even greater ways.
Printer Claus Spreads 3D Cheer To Neighbors On Broadneck Peninsula - Severna Park
Since early 2022, an anonymous Broadneck Peninsula resident has been sparking joy with whimsical 3D plastic toys left secretly around Cape St. Claire and nearby parts of Arnold and Annapolis.
Volunteer Of The Month: Chris Chitterling Helps Bruins Celebrate Football With Clean Fun At Fifth Quarter - Severna Park
The Bruins varsity football team prevailed over the Old Mill Patriots, 19-3, during a home game on October 17, and following the victory, hundreds of Broadneck High School students crossed College Parkway to enjoy a fun party in a safe environment at Broadneck Park. For many years, a festival hosted by Arnold-based Broadneck Evangelical Presbyterian Church (BEP) has drawn up to 600 high schoolers to the nearby park after home football games.
SPUMC Reflects On History, Ministry And Outreach During 60th Anniversary Celebration - Severna Park
The congregation of Severna Park United Methodist Church (SPUMC) celebrated the church’s 60th anniversary in grand fashion this fall, taking seven weeks to reflect on six decades of history, ministry, and service to the community and the nations. Like most churches, SPUMC had humble beginnings. Its first worship service was held on August 8, 1965, with 94 people gathered in a blue house at the corner of Benfield and Holland roads. The Rev. Edgar Beckett served as the first lead pastor.
Keep Your Dollars Local While Spreading Cheer This Year - Severna Park
Perusing local stores for the perfect gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list is not only a fun way to spend a day with a friend or family member; it’s also a great way to support people who also call the greater Severna Park area home. When people shop local and shop small, the whole community benefits.
Intangible Gifts Provide Loved Ones With Experiences To Remember - Severna Park
Wrapping paper flying through the air, ribbons landing in your hair, and tissue paper everywhere – the sometimes hectic flurry of holiday gift exchanges is an annual delight for both givers and receivers. Though for some, the intangible gift of an experience is just as much a treat – if not more – than toys, clothing or other wares. Below are places around town to consider for giving the ones you love experience-based gifts.
Peace On Earth, Good Will Toward Men: Tips For A Tranquil Holiday Season - Severna Park
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! However, for many, it can be a stressful time of year as well. The holiday season is upon us, ripe with family gatherings, work parties, gift exchanges, faith observances, and many other celebratory traditions. But amid baking cookies, shopping for loved ones, and hosting parties, it’s common to feel overwhelmed – even stressed – around the holidays.
Severna Park Couple Collaborates On New Gospel Album - Severna Park
Eager to follow his older sister in learning to play the piano, Ron Ward Jr. began to develop his ivory tickling skills at a young age. When Ron’s sister quit her lessons, his teacher pulled Ron’s parents aside and said, “Don’t let Ron quit, because I think he has a gift.” Except for a short break during college, Ron has played piano ever since.
KMA Law Office Expands Estate Planning Services With Attorney Ryan Leeb - Severna Park
Hailing from Bel Air, Ryan Leeb is a lifelong Marylander and part of a family of three generations of certified financial planners (CFPs). His family operated a small firm that served Baltimore County, and that has grown and evolved over the years. Leeb began his career working alongside family for several years in an internal role focused on the areas of estate planning, succession planning and wealth management.
AACC’s Fall Theater Production, Concerts And Dance Performance Take To The Stage - Severna Park
Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) Chair of Theater and Dance Sean Urbantke emphasized that the school’s fall mainstage production is “going to be really powerful.” Alum Liz Fall, social media manager for the theater department, echoed that sentiment by stating that audiences should bring both a sense of joy and a supply of tissues.
Walk The Walk Foundation Celebrates 20 Years Of Community Impact - Severna Park
What began in the late ‘90s with one family’s desire to give back in the wake of personal loss has blossomed over the years into a robust nonprofit that has impacted tens of thousands and surpassed the 20-year mile marker of serving people in need. The Walk the Walk Foundation became an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 2005, a few years after founders and longtime Severna Park residents David and Kim Mitchell began an organic movement of helping others.
Emily Abell Settles In As Principal At Severna Park Elementary School - Severna Park
The simple yet memorable gesture of a childhood educator is, in part, what led Emily Abell to her chosen career today, evidence that small kindnesses can be life-changing. “The reason I became a principal is because I had an amazing principal as a kid who would stand outside, and the fact that he knew my name and my brother’s name just always amazed me,” she recalled decades later and hundreds of miles away from her home state of Michigan.
After Navigating Breast Cancer, Francine Scott Is Devoted To Serving Women Facing Similar Diagnoses - Severna Park
Following a routine mammogram that had been postponed for one year due to COVID, Arnold resident Francine Scott received a diagnosis in June 2021 that she did not see coming. Subsequent testing revealed she had stage 2B triple negative breast cancer, a very aggressive cancer with a high recurrence rate. According to the National Cancer Institute, about one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
Splash Fiberglass Pool Co. Is Passionate About Quality Products And Customer Care - Severna Park
If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your yard into a private oasis with a swimming pool, Splash Fiberglass Pool Co. is here to make that dream come true. The Severna Park-based pool company opened in 2022, but the owners have over 40 years of construction experience under their toolbelts.
KMA Law Office Celebrates 15 Years Of Serving The Community - Severna Park
Over the last decade and a half, KMA Law Office has grown to a staff of eight, and its team has helped more than 2,000 families in the greater Severna Park area and beyond. The business officially reached its 15-year anniversary on August 10, and the team celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house featuring live music, food trucks and more on August 16. As many businesses do, the firm began with humble beginnings.
A Bruin Homecoming: New High School Principal Is A Broadneck Alumna - Severna Park
After two years at the helm of Broadneck High School (BHS), Patrick Gelinas announced in July that he was leaving his post as principal for a new role within the Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) system. The Board of Education approved Gelinas’ appointment as director of safe and orderly schools for the district, leaving the Bruins in search of a principal as a new academic year approached.
Boy Scout Troop 450 Celebrates Milestone Achievement For Five Eagle Scouts - Severna Park
Although over 2 million young men have become Eagle Scouts since the rank’s inception in 1912, it is estimated that only about 6% of Boy Scouts attain scouting’s highest honor. On July 19, five dedicated young men from Boy Scout Troop 450 celebrated their own achievement of earning Eagle Scout rank with a Court of Honor ceremony.
Channeling Grief For Good: Severna Park Family Fundraises For Library Transformation Following Tragic Loss - Severna Park
As they processed the devastation of losing their first child, Edward and Jessica Nie quickly began to channel their grief and the outpouring of kindness from those around them into something that would not only memorialize their beloved son but also benefit their hometown of Severna Park. The Nies, who go by Eddie and Jess, grew up in Severna Park and were friends from middle school onward, graduating from Severna Park High School at the top of their class in 2006.
It’s OK To Not Be OK: Community Based Mental Health Resources - Severna Park
Anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide can call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, at any time. If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening situation, call 911. It is well documented that heart disease is the leading cause of death in America. Statistically, roughly 40% of Americans, or two out of five, will develop cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society.
Volunteer Of The Month: Petra Roche Facilitates Faith-Focused Fun At Trinity Bible Church - Severna Park
Petra Roche did not grow up in a Christian household, so when her childhood friends would invite her to Vacation Bible School (VBS) at their churches, her parents were a bit tentative and declined the offers. She made a personal decision in her mid-20s to follow Jesus, and she began attending Trinity Bible Church (TBC) in Severna Park in 2019.
Plaza Along B&A Trail Dedicated In Memory Of Tom Caraker III - Severna Park
Light rain did not stop members of the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, Friends of Anne Arundel County Trails, Bicycle Advocates for Annapolis and Anne Arundel County (BikeAAA), and friends and family of Tom Caraker III from coming out on June 7, National Trails Day, for the dedication of the Tom Caraker Plaza along the B&A Trail.
Millersville Veterinarian Nikhil Joshi Makes Strong Showing On “Jeopardy!” - Severna Park
Nikhil Joshi was not nervous as he stood under bright lights before an audience of 100, staring down a board of challenging questions as he appeared on the set of “America’s favorite quiz show.” He was totally in the zone while he competed on “Jeopardy!” By taping time, the anxiety had already come and gone. “The nerve-wracking part was actually as soon as I got the call from them on February 28,” Joshi, a Millersville resident, shared.
Chesapeake Baysox Summer Schedule Offers Curated Entertainment For All Ages - Severna Park
The Chesapeake Baysox, a double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles based in Bowie, began their 2025 season in April. Through the end of their season, which wraps up in mid-September, every home game played at Prince George’s Stadium will have something unique to offer in addition to reveling in America’s pastime. Below are many of their upcoming curated activities for fans to enjoy.
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