Weekend of May 13 - May 15 Grand Opening of Tasti D-Lite Where/When: 580 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146/ 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri. and Sat. Why Go?: Tasti D-Lite is a great-tasting and lower-calorie frozen dessert chain making its’ debut in Severna Park. The following activities are scheduled for Fri. through Sun. Free Tasti D-Lite small cup or cone on all three days from noon-3 p.m. Attendees can register to win several prizes including a grand prize of a “Year of Free Tasti,” a free office party for 20, a kid’s birthday party for 10 and more On Friday, WPOC-FM will be broadcasting from …
1. IMAGE CREATORS Salon Spa Boutique This full-service day spa has it all. Situated conveniently in our own Park Plaza, Image Creators is a popular spot this time of year. Prom time, wedding time, and just get in and get refreshed for spring-time, it’s time for Image Creators. First-time visitor? Make sure to see their website for a coupon and delight in the extensive selection of services. Come in and take a tour. Offerings here run the gamut: a multitude of facials including an executive facial for men, mani-pedis, peels and exfoliant treatments and delicious massage options including …
1. BRIAN BORU The obvious choice for all things Irish, this is the local place to be for St. Patty’s Day fun in the Park. Top o’ the mornin’ to ya at 8.a.m. (yes, that was A.M.) here, where you can start your day off with Irish rashers, black and white pudding, Irish chips and two eggs over easy. Brian Boru keeps the green going with lunch specials, carry-out specials and dinner fare to please all you Leprechauns out there. Festive music begins at 11 a.m. with Brendan Phelan’s traditional tunes and continues with The Brothers McGuinnis, Swamp Candy and Dave Tieff playing ‘til the wee …
Summertime and the campin’ is easy. Or is it? So many choices, so many ways to keep the kids busy, but are they all they’re hyped up to be? Patch Picks did some homework for you and found these summer camp offerings for 2011 at the recent summer camp fair held at Severna Park High School. Keep in mind your children’s interests and abilities as you plan activities. You may have dreamed of becoming a famous artist, but Johnny may be more into those extreme sports. Keeping HIM happy keeps US happy in the summer months ahead. 1. Skateboard Camp. It’s radical, dude! This new camp for the beginner…
Patch has delved into its shelves for some literary picks this week. If you need something cute for your pre-schooler, a decent book for your less-than bookish middle schooler --you know, the one you're hoping to entice into the world of reading, or if you're just thinking ahead for that paperback to throw in the beach bag, here are some ideas. If the local library is out of stock, go to Amazon.com and do a little searching. Used copies are often a really inexpensive and user-friendly way to go. Many of you are Nook-bookers and Kindlers, now, too. Have fun. Do some reading today. 1) LMNO-…
1. THE COTTAGE Cottage owner Susan Gauthier and gang have traveled the country to bring Severna Park the widest selection of exclusive gifts and accessories. This Park Plaza boutique is always fresh – stocked with beautiful gifts for friends, family and colleagues. And don’t forget to spoil yourself! From special orders to free gift wrapping, from tastings to e-mail specials, The Cottage is known for making your shopping experience easy and fun. With a huge selection of Vera Bradley goodies, Lilly Pulitzer delights, Life is Good treats and Brighton baubles, there is no reason to leave this …
Nonprofits that make a difference in our area are hard to narrow down to just five, but here are Patch’s picks for this week. If you choose just one to get involved with, you’ll feel great and be doing your community a world of good. 1. FRIENDS OF KINDER FARM PARK This is a group of volunteers who enjoy the outdoor life. Kinder Park, tucked into Severna Park off Jumper’s Hole Road, with a Millersville address, isn’t just athletic fields. This park, operated by the Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks Department, is constantly teeming with activity. Playgrounds, walking, biking and jogging…
1) Café Mezzanote in Severna Park– For those with the yearn for Italian, Café Messanotte on Ritchie Highway offers fresh, quality cuisine in an upscale and romantic setting. (A strolling violin is often seen throughout the dining room on the weekends.) The restaurant provides their 2011 Valentines Day menu, as well as coupons for various wines and tastings, on their website. 2) Café Bretton in Severna Park – This local favorite is tucked away in a residential community on Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard. Its unique exterior and its beautiful interior with fresh flowers, an impressive wine …
Starting today, Patch will run a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more. You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Ok, ok, so the beloved Ravens aren't in it. We're over it. That doesn't mean we can't have a good time …
