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December 2nd
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Severn Town Club's 48th Annual Holly Ball
benefits the Wellness House of Annapolis and other local charities. Highlights include cocktails, dinner, complimentary photography, silent and live auctions, luxury boutiques, and the live music of popular local band “Oracle.” At the Sheraton Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis. 6 p.m. $150. Severntownclub.org. 410-263- 1750.
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December 3rd
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13th Annual Friends Foundation Holiday Party
provides the Friends Foundation with a way of wrapping up the year while inging together everyone who has supported them for one last cele ation. This year's event will include a silent auction with great items up for bid, food, drink and music for dancing. Please ing a new coat for a child (ages 0-18) for Friends Foundation to donate to the community. At the Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis. 7:30 p.m.–midnight. $125. Friendsfoundation.com. Annual METAvivor Holiday Home Tour
benefits METAvivor Research and Support Inc., a local non-profit that provides support for women and men with metastatic east cancer, and raises research funds to change the course of the disease from terminal to chronic and controlled. At homes throughout Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. $30. 11 a.m. –5 p.m. metavivor.org. 410-353-3733.
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December 4th
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9th Annual ALS Artisan Boutique
features 55 juried artists showcasing jewelry, confections, glassware, textiles, pottery, children's clothing and accessories, and more. In addition, the event will host nationally recognized children's book illustrator, Lisa McCue, who will be signing her latest books. The event also includes a silent auction, raffle, and music. Proceeds to benefit the ALS Association. At the Sheraton Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. ALSinfo.org. 301-978-9855.
BB&T Classic
showcases three games including longtime host universities, the University of Maryland and George Washington University, plus Big East power University of Notre Dame and 2011 Final Four participant Virginia Commonwealth University. The event benefits Children's Charities Foundation. At the Verizon Center, Washington D.C. $25-$150. bbandtclassic.com. 410-547-SEAT.
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December 8th
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Gifts that Give Hope Fair
is an alternative gift fair where about 10–12 local nonprofits are represented. Here, shoppers can “purchase” items, like a gift of a bag of groceries, for a needy family. Buyers will receive a nice gift card to give as a gift. At On Pointe Dance Studio, Annapolis. 6–11 pm. Online shopping available 11/28-12/20. Giftsthatgivehope.org/annapolis. annapolismd@giftsthatgivehope.org.
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December 17th
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Photos with Santa Claws
invites you to ing your dogs, cats, rabbits, iguanas, and even your kids! Each participant will get an ornament and a portrait photo of their session with Santa. Santa will sit with any kind of pet, kid, or family, naughty or nice! Proceeds benefit the furry residents of Rude Ranch Animal Rescue. At Crunchies Inc., Crofton. 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. $12. Ruderanch.org. 410-798-9559.
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Mark Your Calendars
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January 21st
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Live Arts Maryland's Annual Gala
invites you to join J. Ernest Green and a collection of talented performers for a special evening. This event includes a cocktail hour followed by a delicious dinner, as well as live and silent auctions. At Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis. 6:30 p.m. $125. Liveartsmaryland.org. 410-263-1906. January 28th
MSP Polar Bear Plunge
raises funds for Special Olympics Maryland and the thousands of children and adults who experience the lifechanging benefits of the organization's yearround training and competition programs. At Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. Minimum pledge amount of $50. Plungemd.com.
Anne Arundel County High School Battle of the Bands
is an annual competition for rock bands from Anne Arundel County high schools. All of the proceeds from this event go to the music departments of the top four bands. At Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. Doors 5 p.m. $15. aabattle.org.
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