Community Corner
π± Patch AM: Arnold residents step into key roles on county library boards
Make time for MacGillis Global Academy Virtual Open House on the Arnold Patch calendar

Morning Arnold! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
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In today's newsletter:
- Arnold residents step into key roles on county library boards
Also on today's calendar: MacGillis Global Academy Virtual Open House and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Sunshine and humid, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 89, low: 72.
- Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Anne Arundel County Public Library Boards Add New Members, Reappoint Officers (thebaynet.com) — Arnold residents now have a stronger voice in county libraries, with Jennifer Bergman, Louise DeJesu, and Anne Hamel taking roles on the Anne Arundel County Public Library Foundation board. These volunteer leaders help guide funding and programs that support all 16 branches, including technology, children's literacy, and teen initiatives that Arnold families rely on.
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📸 Around Arnold
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Arnold
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★ Featured events ★
- MacGillis Global Academy Virtual Open House →
7:30 pm
Tuesday August 18
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Other local events
- Police Chief Search Committee →
Annapolis, MD Calendar
5:00 pm - Dinner Under the Stars →
Annapolis, MD Calendar
5:00 pm - Forward Run Club →
Annapolis, MD Calendar
5:45 pm - CAAL Quarterly Meeting →
Annapolis, MD Calendar
9:00 am - First Day for Sixth Graders
Severn River (Middle) 241 Peninsula Farm Rd, Arnold, MD 21012, USA - đSchools open for grades 1â5 and grades 6 and 9 only.
Severn River (Middle) Arnold, MD 21012 - Conferences/staggered openings for ECSE, Pre-K, and Kindergarten
Severn River (Middle) Arnold, MD 21012 - đSchools open for grades 1â12.
Severn River (Middle) Arnold, MD 21012 - Wheelchair Tennis Exhibition and Tennis Classes →
Naval Academy Brigade, Annapolis
1:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Friday August 21
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Saturday August 29
📣 Arnold Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Wicomico County Community Car Seat Event
Maryland State Parks Salisbury City Fire Dept,Station 16,325 Cypress St,Salisbury
11:00 am - SCHD Wellness Van Visit
Maryland State Parks Crisfield Library
12:30 pm - Harford County Community Car Seat Event
Maryland State Parks Harford County Sheriff's Office Southern Precinct,1305 Pulaski Hwy,Edgewood,MD 21040
4:00 pm - Car Seat Check-Up Event →
Maryland State Parks Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department,1320 W Old Liberty Rd,Sykesville,MD 21784
1:00 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Achieving optimal health is challenging when essential resources like transportation, quality education, employment, and affordable housing are unavailable.
We invite you to join this important discussion on August 24. Register: AAHealth.org/health-equity-open-forums (Nextdoor )
- Molly Maid posted a job opening for Quality Manager in Arnold. Apply here.
- Melwood Enterprises, Inc. posted a job opening for CUSTODIAL WORKER (DA) (Floor Worker Experience) - 7:00 am - 3:00 pm; Various Weekends & Holidays on a rotating schedule in Annapolis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Arnold here.
🗞 Nearby News
Severna Park
- A dated 1950s waterfront home gets stunning transformation on the Severn River (onekindesign.com)
- FAST PLAY Ticket Delivers $50,000 Prize to Dundalk Truck Driver (mdlottery.com)
Annapolis
- Mel Brooks' zany 'Young Frankenstein' at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (dctheaterarts.org)
Glen Burnie
- Man Arrested After Multiple People Stabbed In Glen Burnie: Police (patch.com)
Ok Arnold! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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