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Hail to the Chief: President George W. Bush flew to Anne Arundel Community College on March 2 to address an audience of about 900 state and local residents. In a "conversation" about the importance of education and workforce development, he praised the nation's community colleges for providing flexible, affordable education. Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr., AACC President Martha A. Smith, Anne Arundel Medical Center Vice President of Human Resources Joyce Phillip and two community college students, Jeannetta Smith and Elliott Ward, joined the president on stage.

Giving Hospice a Hand: Guests at Hospice of the Chesapeake's annual Beacon of Hope Gala, held March 11 at BWI Marriott, gathered to support the organization's efforts to assist those experiencing advanced illness or bereavement.

Sandy Brock, honorary co-chair, and Suzy Moore, gala committee member.

Erwin E. Abrams, President and CEO of Hospice of the Chesapeake, with Phyllis Abrams and Governor Robert Ehrlich, Jr.

Lead sponsors Walter and Nancy Petrie.

Mardi Gras Gala: Fat Tuesday had come and gone, but party-goers at the Cultural Arts Foundation's annual Mardi Gras event on February 26 celebrated nonetheless, enjoying an evening of New Orleans-style revelry at the Sheraton Barceló. The evening raised funds to support Anne Arundel County arts organizations.

Ardath Cade, left, celebrated with Mike Moscow and Cindy Bush.

Sheriff George Johnson and Linda Johnson, left, joined Bruce Abbott of Comcast, the gala's sponsor.

Lee Smith, Jim Scott and Donna Lawson.

Brook Perkins and Marilyn Henderson won the award for best costumes.

La Belle Cezanne in Annapolis was the sparkling setting for the kick-off cocktail reception for the American Red Cross of Anne Arundel County's Black Tie Ball. The Motown-themed event, "Reach Out…I'll Be There" was held on Saturday, March 19 at the Sheraton Barceló.

From left, Christine Turner, Moe Farley, Joan Duckett and Lisa Kahan.

John Belcher, Chairman and CEO of ARINC, and Kathy Belcher.

Mayk Baghdadlian and Pamela Gentry with Andrea Steele, gala honorary chair, Lt. Governor Michael Steele and John Baghdadlian.

Pamela Gentry and Reesa Motley-McMurtry of Annapolis view the display at La Belle Cezanne.

Just for kicks: An Art Auction to benefit the Severna Park High School boys soccer team is scheduled for April 15 at Anne Arundel Community College. Ross Galleries will present the artworks; Mike Jarjoura Trio, the music. Planning the event are, from left, Bob and Sue Bingham and Diane and Brad Kelly.