Located on Church Circle in the heart of downtown Annapolis, the Circuit Court for Anne Arundel County is the third oldest courthouse in the state of Maryland that is still in use, according to records. Construction for a new facility on the premises began in 1994 and was completed in 2000. The original courthouse still remains and serves as the main entrance to the new courthouse.
Located on the fourth floor of the Jeffrey Building on Francis Street, the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs is led by Secretary Edward Chow, Jr., who was sworn into the office in September 2009. The department's mission is to represent the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Visit the department's website for more information about the specific services it provides to Maryland's veterans.
The Arundel Olympic Swim Center offers swimming lessons and activities to the Annapolis community. Open seven days a week, the Swim Center features a 50-meter by 25-yard pool with adjacent wading pool, as well as a spa. Coin-operated lockers are available in the locker rooms, and a family locker room is available as well. Please note that children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and children under two are not permitted in the pool.
Volunteer Center for Anne Arundel County is a non-profit working in conjunction with a variety of charitable organizations. The Center is a resource for individuals, groups and businesses interested in volunteering time and money. For a comprehensive directory of participating charitable organizations, visit its website.
Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks maintains local parks, trails and athletic fields, and offers a variety of programs for active youth and adults. The administrative offices are located in the Government Park off Truman Parkway, marked by a statue of two young athletes celebrating "sportsmanship." The department oversees two swim centers, two golf courses, skateboard parks, school-age childcare and rec sports leagues. The Program Guide has everything you need to know about recreational programs, swim lessons, special events, camps and activities each season. The guide is produced in both a printed form (which can be found at libraries, schools and government agencies) and online, with direct links for ease of registration. Forms that are required for participation in most county-sponsored activities can also be found online. Check the website for information regarding activity and game cancellations, facility use and park pavilion reservations.