Community Information
- Anne Arundel County
- Prince Georges County
- Calvert County
- St. Mary's County
- Charles County
- Montgomery County
- Howard County
- Queen Anne's County
- Alexandria City
- Fairfax County
- Talbot County
- Baltimore City
- Prince George County
- Baltimore County
- Carroll County
- Prince William County
- Arlington County
- Loudoun County
- Stafford County
- Shenandoah County
- Culpeper County
Hospitals
- Athletic Dept
- Baltimore Medical System, Inc
- Baltimore VA Maryland Health Care System
- Bon Secours Baltimore Health System
- Bon Secours Health System, Inc
- Bon Secours Hospital
- Bon Secours Hospital Doctors Appointments
- Department Of Gyn/Ob
- Eye & Cosmetic Surgery Ctr
- Helix Health
- Home Teaching Middle High
- Hospital Support Services Incorporated
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Johns Hopkins Breast Center
- Johns Hopkins Childrens Ctr
- Johns Hopkins Medicine
- University of Maryland Medical Center
- Anne Arundel Medical Center is a private non-profit hospital serving Annapolis, Anne Arundel County
- Baltimore Washington Medical Center In a region recognized for the excellence of its hospitals, North Arundel Hospital has earned a reputation among the best.
- Nighttime Pediatrics
- Anne Arundel County Department of Health The Health Department's mission is to preserve, protect and promote the health of all county residents
- Glen Burnie Health Center
Newspapers
Parks
- Baltimore Aquarium Cafe
- Baltimore-Annapolis Trail Park
- Downs Park
- Quiet Waters Park
- Baltimore-Washington Parkway Opened in 1954, the parkway is a 29-mile scenic highway that connects Baltimore, Maryland with Washington, D.C. The part of the parkway from Washington, D.C. to Fort Meade, Maryland is managed by the National Park Service.
- Chesapeake Bay First thoughts of the Chesapeake Bay often bring up images of crabs and oysters. But, as the largest estuary in North America, the Chesapeake Bay has touched and influenced much of the American story - early settlement, commerce, the military, transportation, recreation and more. The Bay and its surrounding 64,000 square mile watershed hold a treasure trove of historic areas, natural wonders and recreational opportunities.
- Patapsco Valley State Park Patapsco Valley State Park extends along 32 miles of the Patapsco River, encompassing 14,000 acres and five developed recreational areas. Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, horseback and mountain bike trails, as well as picnicking for individuals or large groups in the park's many popular pavilions.
- Sandy Point State Park The park's beaches and picnic areas provide unparalleled views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge over the Chesapeake Bay as well as frequent passing of seagoing freighters and sailing regattas
City Sites
- Annapolis
- Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce
- Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber Of Commerce Our mission is to make this area a better place in which to live, work and earn a living by promoting business and economic development through networking opportunities, community involvement, and education while acting as a legislative liaison
- South Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce South County Chamber Members enjoy a relaxed business community on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay
- West Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce WAACCC serves the following zip codes- Annapolis Junction, Crownsville, Fort Meade, Gambrills, Hanover, Harmans, Jessup, Maryland City, Millersville, Odenton, and Severn
- Severna Park
Law Enforcement
Transportation
- Annapolis Transit "One of the Ten Most Improved Transit Systems in North America"
- Handy Cab - offers discount taxi coupons. Most County taxicab companies accept Handy Cab coupons in place of cash.
- Maryland Transit Administration
- BWI Business Partnership Inc.
- Dillon's Bus Service The Dillon family has a long tradition of serving the transportation needs of the community.
- Baltimore Washington International/Thurgood Marshall Airport
Entertainment
- Art Things, Inc. Art Things, Inc., in West Annapolis, has been supplying quality art materials to area artists, designers, architects, and other creative people for over thirty years.
- The Annapolis Chorale is a non-profit artistic organization dedicated to enhancing community life through performing and producing a wide variety of music.
- Annapolis Film Festival
- Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre We are a non-profit, (outdoor) community theater company located in the heart of historic Annapolis, Maryland.
- Annapolis Maritime Museum Dedicated to preserving and commemorating the maritime heritage of Annapolis
- Chesapeake Arts Center provides opportunities for culturally diverse and rewarding experiences in the literary, visual, and performing arts.
- Cultural Arts Foundation The mission of the Cultural Arts Foundation of Anne Arundel County, Inc. is to encourage and invest in the visual arts, performing arts, and historic preservation for the people of our county.
- Colonial Players offers a wide variety of dramatic productions in the heart of downtown Annapolis.
- Historic Annapolis Foundation Since 1952, Historic Annapolis Foundation has educated the public about the history of Annapolis and advocated the preservation of the city's architectural integrity
- The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial
- Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse
City Sites
Newspapers
Law Enforcement
- Circuit Court for Prince George's County
- Office of The Sheriff Mission: To fulfill the duties of the Office of the Sheriff in a fair, professional and dignified manner so as to inspire and maintain the confidence and trust of the public.
- Office of Emergency Management The Office of Emergency Management is one of the agencies under the Office of Homeland Security and as such, it is responsible for the coordination of all County agencies, private organizations, businesses, persons, and other counties, cities and political subdivisions, to ensure the complete utilization of all available resources to effectively and efficiently mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from any natural, technological or manmade emergency or disaster, regardless of size or complexity, including acts of terrorism.
- Office of Law The mission of the Office of Law is to serve all County agencies and citizens who have matters requiring Office of Law review in an expeditious and professional manner, to effectively enforce the civil laws of the County, and to be creative and responsive in its service to County agencies in all matters
- Police Department The Prince George's County Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency in the County. The goals of our Department are to contribute to a high quality of life by maintaining a peaceful and orderly community, by protecting the lives and property of our citizens, by reducing the opportunity for individuals to commit criminal acts, and by effectively investigating and apprehending persons suspected of committing criminal acts. The Department is committed to accomplishing these goals by working alongside you, the citizens of our community
- Prince George's County Fire/EMS Department The Fire/EMS Department strives to improve the quality of life in Prince George's County by promoting safety, and providing the highest quality of fire prevention, fire protection, emergency medical services, and community outreach programs
- State Attorney The State's Attorney's Office prosecutes anyone charged with committing a crime in Prince George's County. This includes crimes of violence, like murder, rape, robbery and assault, as well as nonviolent crimes against citizens and their properties. The State's Attorney's Office also investigates charges of police and public official misconduct and misuse of funds, and works to educate the community about crime prevention and the criminal justice system
Hospitals
- Doctors Community Hospital
- Bowie Health Campus is a unique 60-acre property providing for the health care needs of all ages, from newborns to the elderly.
- Laurel Regioanl Hospital The Mission of Laurel Regional Hospital is to provide comprehensive and valued healthcare services
- Saint Luke Institut is a licensed, private residential facility and institute for research and education specializing in promoting the health and well-being of women and men religious, clergy and others involved in church ministry.
- Southern Maryland Hospital is recognized for its centers of excellence in Maternal Child Health, Outpatient Services, and Mental Health Services. But the true distinction of Southern Maryland Hospital is comprehensiveness.
Transportation
- Call-A-Bus
- Department of Public Works and Transportation Up-to-date contact listings; roadway construction schedules; route maps, fare and scheduling information for TheBus, Metrobus, Metrorail, leaf collection and snow removal information, etc.
- Maryland Transit Administration provides a network of transit and rail and freight services to our customers throughout Maryland in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner that supports the economy and the environment.
- Transit Services
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
- Dillon's Bus Service Whether its a charter, airport shuttle or group tour we are the company that will fulfill your transportation needs.
Parks
- Cedarville State Forest Hiking, Biking and Equestrian Trails--There are 19.5 miles of marked trails. They wind past the loblolly pine plantations planted by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, by a charcoal kiln, and through farm areas where springs and streams were used to make "moonshine."
- Piscataway Park stretches for 6 miles from Piscataway Creek to Marshall Hall on the Potomac River.
- Fort Washington Fort Washington has stood as silent sentry defending the Nation's Capital, for over 180 years. As technologies advanced so did Fort Washington. Fort Washington is one of the few remaining Seacoast Forts in its original designs
- Department of Parks & Recreation Our Department of Parks & Recreation in Prince George's County offers terrific opportunities for residents and visitors. We have community centers and arts facilities, fitness trails and aquatics centers, peaceful open space and sports for all ages. There's something for everyone!
Library
- Prince George's County Memorial Library System The mission is to promote and make available resources that will fill the lifelong learning needs of individuals and groups in Prince George's County.
- Maryland State Law Library The primary function of the library is to support the research activities of the States' two appellate courts and court-related units of the Judiciary.
Entertainment
- Clarice Smith Perfoming Arts Center
- Bowie Playhouse is the city-owned 150-seat theatre. It is home to 10 different performing arts groups - featuring the Bowie Community Theatre. The Playhouse presents a variety of plays, concerts and dance recitals.
- National Ballet Inc is Maryland's oldest professional ballet company.
- Hard Bargain Players On many summer evenings the Amphitheater at Hard Bargain Farm shoots light beyond branch and leaf. Under this canopy of oak trees, local music and theater come alive, and after a brief stroll down a lit path, the best-kept secret in central Maryland reveals itself.
- The Latin American Folk Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to build community through art education and affordable cultural programs.
- Laurel Mill Playhouse
- Historical Sites and Museums department of Parks & Recreations.
City Sites
Hospitals
- Calvert Memorial Hospital
- Health Department
- Calvert County Memorial Hospital Our goal is to help people help themselves to stay healthy. Programs are offered at various locations in northern, central and southern Calvert County.
- Calvert Hospice
- American Red Cross Southern Maryland Chapter
Newspapers
- Calvert Independent
- Bay Times Weekly Weekly newspaper
- The Daily Times
Law Enforcement
- Maryland Attorney At Law
- Maryland State Police
- Calvert County Public Safety is Calvert County's guide center for emergency references, resources, and assistance
Transportation
Parks
Library
- Calvert County Public Libraries The Calvert Library consists of a main library in Prince Frederick, as well as three branches, Fairview in Owings, Southern in Lusby, and Twin Beaches in Chesapeake Beach. An outreach service visits the home bound and licensed day cares.
Entertainment
- Baltimore Symphony
- Carmen's Gallery
- Calvert Marine Museum Located just 45 minutes south of the Washington Capital Beltway in Calvert County, Maryland, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum is a state history and archaeology museum exploring the changing cultures and environment of the Chesapeake Bay region of the past 12,000 years.
- Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum
- Jefferson Patterson Historical Park & Museum (archeological artifacts) Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum offers many special programs throughout the season, including heritage celebrations, children's activities, tours, concerts, dances, lectures, and educational programs.
- Fine Art Center
- Adventure Theatre
- Twin Beach Players
Law Enforcement
- St. Mary's County Attorney's Office provides legal services to the Board of County Commissioners, the County Administrator and other county departments, offices, agencies, boards and commissions.
- St. Mary's County Department of Public Safety is a multi faceted agency that provides 9-1-1 services
- St. Mary's County Maryland Sheriff's Office endeavors to provide the highest quality service through respect, integrity and professionalism.
Hospitals
- BMA Dialysis
- St. Mary's County Health Department provides essential programs and services to protect and promote the health of every St. Mary's County resident.
- St. Mary's Hospital of Leonardtown is a community hospital that upholds its tradition of caring by continuously promoting, maintaining and improving health through education and service while assuring fiscal integrity
Transportation
- St. Mary's County Airport Services provided at the airport include aircraft hangar leasing, grass and paved tie-down, rental, flight school instructions, charter service, 100 low lead and Jet A fueling, maintenance / repair services and Md. State Police MedEvac operations
- St. Mary's County Public Works and Transportation Department manages St. Mary's Transit System (STS), provides vehicle maintenance, fleet management, non-public school transportation and metro-mail services
- St. Mary's Transit System
Parks
- St. Mary's County Parks St. Mary's County offers numerous opportunities for recreational activities at a variety of locations throughout the County.
- St. Mary's River State Park Park's Features: boat launch, fishing, flat water canoeing, hiking, horseback, and mountain biking trails hunting, picnicking, boating
- Greenwell State Park has five marked trails, open year round, for hikers and horseback riders to enjoy.
- St. Clement's Island State Park Park's features: fishing, hiking trails, hunting, picnicking, pavilions (first come/first serve), portajohn.
Library
- St. Mary's County Memorial Library consists of three branches and an outreach van delivering information, books, magazines, newspapers, videos, books-on-tape, children's programs, computers, conference rooms, on-line databases and more, 57 hours per week.
Newspapers
- Northern Neck News Since 1879, the Northern Neck News has served Virginia's Northern Neck, the Heart of Historyland
Entertainment
- Historic St. Mary's City a museum of history and archaeology on the site of Maryland's first capital
- Museum Division of St. Mary's County
- North End Gallery is owned and operated by Southern Maryland artists and features original and limited edition fine art including oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, hand-pulled serigraphs, drawings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, Decorative art, painted silk scarves, photography, stained glass and digital images
- Patuxent River Naval Air Museum Museum's mission is to preserve, interpret and teach an understanding of the extraordinary research, development, test and evaluation activities underlying the ongoing technical evolution of naval aviation
- Point Lookout Lighthouse This website was created to pull together as much information as possible about the lighthouse, including history, sights, sounds and ghost lore
Hospitals
- Charlotte Hall Veterans Home
- Civista Health Foundation, Inc.
- American Day Treatment Center established in 1991, provides accessible and cost-effective treatment marked by the highest standards of care and driven by compassion.
- Calvert Memorial Hospital dedicated to the seamless delivery of the highest quality medical services
- Civista Medical Center is a regional, not-for-profit, integrated health system serving Charles County and the surrounding areas of southern Maryland.
- Southern Maryland Hospital Center the region's leading center for vascular, cardiac and emergency medicine
- St. Mary's Hospital is a full-service hospital, delivering state-of-the-art emergency, acute inpatient and outpatient care
Law Enforcement
- Benedict Volunteer Fire Department
- County Attorney is responsible for all legal affairs of the County Government
- County Department Of Emergency Services
- County Treasurer's Office is responsible for the collection and investment of the majority of all County funds
- Hughesville Volunteer Fire Department
- La Plata Volunteer Fire Department
- Maryland Attorney General The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State.
- Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department
- Waldorf Volunteer Fire Department
Transportation
- Keller Bus
- VanGO provides transportation opportunities within Charles County and serves several desired primary destinations
- TCCSM (Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland) is responsible for the regional transportation planning, regional transit service coordination, the regional transportation plan development and implementation, commuter assistance, and air quality planning.
- Maryland Transit Administration
- BWI Airport offers both passenger and cargo flights to domestic and international destinations.
- Martin Sate Airport One of the largest general aviation facilities on the East Coast, Martin State Airport is located in southeastern Baltimore County.
Parks
- Chapel Point State Park - is located on the beautiful Port Tobacco River, a tributary of the Potomac River.
- Purse State Park - is located on the Potomac River on Wades Bay. Purse is a wooded undeveloped area that is used for hunting, bird watching, fishing and fossil hunting. Parking is located off of Maryland Route 224 across from a .25 mile trail leading to the waterfront.
- Smallwood State Park Smallwood was the home of General William Smallwood, a Revolutionary War officer who was the 4th Governor of Maryland.
- National Capital Parks - East - offers a wide array of historic, natural, and recreational areas of that are a part of Washington, D.C. and its eastern environs. The park includes 12 major park areas at 98 locations.
Library
- Charles County Public Library As a leader in the community, the Charles County Public Library sets the standard ofresponsive service for all.
Newspapers
- SoMdNews.Com Southern Maryland Newspapers Online
- Washington Post Newspaper
Entertainment
- Charles County Arts Alliance is to stimulate, promote, encourage, and provide recognition of the arts and the creative spirit. Founded in 1987, the CCAA promotes ALL the arts in Charles County: music, visual art, drama, dance and literature.
- The Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Hausmuseum On August 16, 2003 the Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Society, Inc. opened its Farm Museum to the public.
- Thomas Stone National Historic Site
- Chesapeake Bay Floating Theatre, Inc - is a non-profit professional theatre dedicated to revitalization, economic development, cultural enhancement and education in Southern Maryland.
- Mattawoman Creek Art Center Multi-talented artists from throughout theregion submitted paintings, sculpturedrawings, prints, photographs andother forms of art for review
City Sites
Newspapers
- American Marketing Services, Inc
- Association Trends
- Custom News
- Editorial Projects In Education
- Gazette
- I A Q Publications Inc
- International Medical News Group Corp
- Montgomery County Sentinel
- Post-Newsweek Media, Inc.
- Takoma Voice
- The Washington Diplomat
- Washington Post Newspaper Metro News Bureaus
- Gazette Newspapers
- Potomac Almanac
Parks
- Maryland-National Capital Park
- Patuxent River State Park - is comprised of 6,700 acres of natural areas and farmlands. Recreational use is primarily hunting, fishing, hiking and horseback riding.
- Seneca Creek State Park The park, comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14.75 scenic miles of Seneca Creek, as it winds its way to the Potomac River.
Law Enforcement
Hospitals
- Adventist HealthCare - is a non-profit, network of health care providers that includes hospitals, home health agencies, nursing centers and other health care services.
- Holy Cross Hospital - is a faith-based, mission-driven community teaching hospital serving the residents of Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.
- Laurel Regional Hospital - is a full-service community hospital serving northern Prince George's County and Montgomery, Howard, and Anne Arundel counties with 146 beds and 670 employees.
- Suburban Hospital Healthcare System - is a community-owned hospital serving Montgomery County and the surrounding area since 1943.
Transportation
Entertainment
- Adventure Theatre World premieres, comedies, musicals, classics, contemporary works--you'll see them all in this 53rd season!
- Imagination Stage - is the largest and most respected multi-disciplinary theatre arts organization for young people in the region.
- Olney Theatre Center - offers a diverse array of professional productions year-round that enrich, nurture and challenge a broad range of artists, audiences and students. One of two state theaters of Maryland, OTC is situated on 14 acres in the heart of the beautiful Washington-Baltimore-Frederick "triangle," within easy access of all three cities.
- Round House Theatre Each season, Round House presents an eclectic body of work on its MainStage. Our plays range from world premieres through the finest writing of this century to contemporary adaptations of the classics.
- The National Capital Trolley Museum The collections consist of 17 streetcars from Washington D.C. and other cities. Many of these are operated on a one-mile demonstration railway.
City Sites
Hospitals
- Athletic Dept
- Baltimore Medical System, Inc
- Baltimore VA Maryland Health Care System
- Bon Secours Baltimore Health System
- Bon Secours Health System, Inc
- Bon Secours Hospital
- Bon Secours Hospital Doctors Appointments
- Department Of Gyn/Ob
- Eye & Cosmetic Surgery Ctr
- Helix Health
- Home Teaching Middle High
- Hospital Support Services Incorporated
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Johns Hopkins Breast Center
- Johns Hopkins Childrens Ctr
- Johns Hopkins Medicine
- University of Maryland Medical Center
- Howard County General Hospital is a Member of Johns Hopkins Medicine is a 208-bed, acute-care facility with comprehensive services for individuals of all ages
- Howard County Health Department is the sole government agency responsible for improving the health of Howard County
- Laurel Foot and Ankle Center a licensed podiatrist in Laurel, MD.
- MedStar Health The mission of MedStar Health is to serve the needs of our patients in the Baltimore/ Washington region by providing superior, comprehensive health care services in a unique patient-first environment
- Sheppard Pratt at Ellicott City
Newspapers
- Baltimore Gay Paper
- Chronicle Solutions, Inc.
- Classified
- Generations
- Hocomo Freddies Trading Post Inc
- Kenneth Francis Mcdaniel
- Laurel Leader
- M& M Distributors
- Mid Atlantic Gay Life
- Patuxent Publishing Company Inc
- R & B Publishing Company
- The Baltimore Sun
- The Baltimore Sun Company
- The Business Monthly
- The Kidstreet News
- Howard County Times "The voice of your community"
- Patuxent Publishing newspapers
- The Daily Record
Parks
- Baltimore Aquarium Cafe
- Blandair Mansion Restoration
- Cedar Lane Park is recognized as one of the finest tournament sports complexes in the state. It is part of Howard County's 7000+ acre scenic park system.
- Centennial Park The park is comprised of 325 acres, open from 7 a.m. to dusk or as posted.You may use the picnic tables and cooking grills and playgrounds locatd throughout the park on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Howard County Recreation and Parks Department General Activities
- HCPR Sports Howard County Recreation and Parks
- Meadowbrook Park Over the years the amusement rides have given way to the family camping activities. Baseball diamonds, tennis courts and basketball have replaced the Lindy Loop, train and merry-go-round.
- Rockburn Branch Park
- Savage Park
- Schooley Mill Park
Law Enforcement
- County Administration fosters interdepartmental coordination and provides day-to-day administrative and technical support to ensure efficient operation of government and effective use of tax dollars in delivering services
- Department of Fire and Rescue Howard County Fire & Rescue is a combination system in that services are provided through a partnership of volunteers and career personnel
- Howard County State's Attorney is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal cases within the geographical boundaries of Howard County
- Police Department
- Sheriff's Office The mission of the Howard County Sheriff's Office is to provide judicial enforcement and physical security for the Circuit Court, to provide a variety of quality services for citizens, and to assist other law enforcement agencies in maintaining law and order in Howard County
Library
- Howard County Library provides lifelong education, inspire a world of ideas, and ignite the power of knowledge
Transportation
- Airport Shuttle Reliable, affordable transportation between BWI & AMTRAK, NATIONAL & DULLES and the Columbia/Howard County area. Door-to-Door service to/from residence, business or hotel
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport
- Eyre Bus Service Bus, Tour and Travel
- Howard Transit provides daily bus service in Columbia, Ellicott City, Clarksville, Savage, and other locations in and around Howard County.
- Howard County Transportation and Roads Department Getting there is part of the fun! Your travels in and through Howard County can be successful with up-to-date information about commuting, roads, parking and traffic
Entertainment
- African Art Museum Of Maryland Exhibits of African artworks, lectures, workshops, events.
- Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is a collection of local artists with diverse talents ands skills that create outstanding live performances of great plays that will be approachable, meaningful, and entertaining to audiences.
- Columbia Orchestra In the fall of 1977 a handful of local string players began playing classical music as the Columbia Chamber Orchestra.
- Commodore Joshua Barney House Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Commodore Joshua Barney House (Circa 1760) is best known for the historic hero who made it his home.
- Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum The oldest railroad station in America features living history programs, changing exhibits, working HO scale model of first 13 miles of railroad in America and caboose to climb on.
- Olney Theatre Center offers a diverse array of professional productions year-round that enrich, nurture and challenge a broad range of artists, audiences and students.
City Sites
Law Enforcement
- Centreville Police Department
- Queen Anne's County Courthouse and the Office of Clerk of the Circuit Court files, processes and maintains civil, criminal and juvenile actions
- Sheriff's Office
Hospitals
- Chester Regional Medical Center is an independent multi-speciality medical center offering the Eastern Shore and Annapolis areas all of these health care services
- Chester River Health System offers health care to the residents of Kent and Queen Anne's counties and portions of Caroline and Cecil counties.
- Queen Anne's County Department of Health a local office of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of its citizens through quality services, in partnership with sister agencies and community organizations.
Transportation
- Bay Bridge Airport
- Dillon's Bus Service, Inc
- Maryland Upper Shore Transit
- Maryland Transit Administration provides a network of transit and rail and freight services to our customers throughout Maryland.
Parks
- Batts Neck Park It is the only park with an in-line skating ring. The park has athletic fields, a playground, restrooms and two small ponds.
- Chesapeake Exploration Center
- Cross Island Trail Park
- Tuckahoe State Park The park offers 20 miles of scenic hiking, biking and equestrian trails, flat water canoeing, hunting, picnicking, as well as a recycled tire playground for children
- Wye Island Natural Resources Management Area Wildlife viewing and hiking are the most popular activities on Wye Island's six miles of trails. The School House Woods Nature Trail takes you through a mature hardwood forest while the Ferry Landing Trail leads beneath a canopy of Osage Orange Trees. Wye Island also houses a Holly Tree that is more than 275 years old. Follow the Holly Tree Trail to visit this long-time resident.
Library
Newspapers
- Queen Annes County News Local, regional, and statewide news continually updated from thousands of sources on the web
Entertainment
- 26th Annual Bay Music Festival A music including blues, rock-a-billy, rock-n-roll and bluegrass. Great food and cold beverages available on grounds.
- Church Hill Theatre is a performing arts center dedicated to the creation and presentation of quality performance and educational opportunities for all members of our diverse community
- Cray House is one of a handful of post-and-plank buildings to survive in Maryland.
- Kent Island Federation of Arts The goal of the Kent Island Federation of Arts (KIFA) is to provide an opportunity for people of all ages to better appreciate the visual arts and to develop their own creative and artistic skills.Many items in our extensive gallery, as well as in our exhibits, are available for purchase at reasonable prices.
- Museum of Eastern Shore Life a unique collection of antique farm implements and tools, equipment used by watermen to harvest the Bay's bounty, Indian artifacts, and household items.
- Queen Anne's County Arts Council is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, expanding and sustaining the arts.
- Stevensville Train Depot The rail system ran for more than 60 miles, from Kent Island to Lewes, Delaware. This structure, typical of the period, was moved in 1988 from its original location just north of Stevensville and restored by the Kent Island Heritage Society.
- Sudlersville Train Station Museum Today the station houses Jimmy Foxx memorabilia and exhibits which highlight Sudlersville's history.
City Sites
Law Enforcement
- Office Of Sheriff The Office of Sheriff is responsible for the operation of the Detention Center, courthouse and courtroom security,service of all court legal documents, execution of court orders, transportation of prisoners, execution of arrest warrants, and general public safety and law enforcement.
- Alexandria Fire Department The members of the Alexandria Fire Department are dedicated to serving those who live, visit and work in the City of Alexandria.
- Alexandria Police The basic mission of the Police Department is to maintain law and order, protect persons and property, apprehend persons suspected of crime, direct and control traffic, investigate traffic accidents, and enforce all state and city criminal laws.
Hospitals
- Alexandria Health Department
- HCR Manorcare Health Services Alexandria HCR Manor Care is the leading owner and operator of long-term care centers in the United States. We have more than 500 skilled nursing centers, assisted living facilities, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and hospice and home health care offices across the nation.
Library
- Alexandria Library The Alexandria Library is an educational, user-oriented service institution providing free public access to recorded knowledge and ideas
Newspapers
Transportation
- Department of Transportation and Environmental Services The Department of Transportation and Environmental Services (T&ES) strives to improve the overall quality of life within the City of Alexandria through the development of a superior infrastructure.
- Alexandria RideShare Public Transportation
- Washington Dulles International Airport There are 40 passenger airlines and four cargo integrators that serve Washington Dulles International Airport.
Entertainment
- Lyceum Alexandria's History Museum
- Alexandria Black History Museum With more than 250 years of history and hospitality to its credit, Alexandria offers an array of historic and cultural attractions. Alexandria's many historic homes, churches, businesses and museums allow residents and visitors alike to experience the hand of the past that makes our city the charming and historic town it is today.
- Alexandria Archaeology Museum Through the Alexandria Archaeology Museum the City of Alexandria, Virginia's archaeologists, volunteers and students work with citizens and developers to study and manage archaeological resources important to the community's past.
- Fort Ward Fort Ward Museum interprets the site's history and offers exhibits on Civil War topics, education and interpretive programs, tours, lecture and video series, bus tours, and living history activities throughout the year.
- Gadsby's Tavern The tavern was the setting for dancing assemblies, theatrical and musical performances, and meetings of local organizations.
- Little Theatre of Alexandria Established in 1934 and located in historic Old Town Alexandria, the Little Theatre of Alexandria presents seven professional quality shows each season along with a series of original one act plays.
- MetroStage MetroStage is a professional not-for-profit theater dedicated to producing plays by established and emerging playwrights, which are chosen for their social, political, literary and entertainment value.
- Old Town Theater
- Erickson & Ripper Gallery Located in historic Olde Towne Alexandria Virginia.offering the very best in complete Art services.
Hospitals
- Alpha Animal Hospital
- American Red Cross
- Capital Hospice
- Centreville Animal Hospital
- Children's National Medical Center
- Deepwood Veterinary Clinic, Inc.
- DeWitt Health Care Network
- Dominion Hospital
- Fair Oaks Medical Center
- Fairfax County Virginia VA Healthcare
- Fairfax Doctor
- FAIRFAX Family Practice Medical Center
- Fairfax Surgical Center
- Hayfield Urgent Care
- Inova Health System
- Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
- Kaiser Permanente
- Lincare
- Medical Admin School
- Physicians for Women
- Practice Made Perfect
- Prince William Emergency Vet
- Prince William Hospital
- Quality Medical Staffing
- Reston Hospital Center
- Saint Marys Hospital
- Skill Training Center
- Skin Cancer Outpatient Surgical Hospital
Newspapers
- Alexandria Arlington Bureau
- Army Times
- Buyers Guide Newspapers
- Comprint, Inc
- Connection Newspaper
- Davis Communications Group Inc
- Falls Church News Press
- Gannett Offset
- Las Americas Newspaper Inc.
- Media General Inc Media General Publishing Divisio
- Okaz Newspaper
- Omaid Weekly Inc
- Style Inc
- THE OBSERVER
- The Associated Press
- The Chronicle Newspapers
- The Hansan Group Incorporated
- The International Estimate
- U S A Weekend, Inc
Parks
- Bull Run Regional Park
- Mulch Solutions
- Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority
- Lake Accotink Park - 493 acres includes a 55-acre lake, wetlands and streams offering unique views of waterfowl and marsh life. Facilities and activities vary with the season and include canoe, boat rentals, fishing, tour-boat rides, boat launch, bait and tackle sales, hiking/biking trail and play fields.
- Frying Pan Park - preserves and interprets a rural community setting in a suburban environment for the educational, cultural and recreational enrichment of the citizens and visitors of Fairfax County.
- Great Falls Grange Park - is located at 9818 Georgetown Pike in Great Falls. The park, in the heart of Great Falls, has baseball/softball fields, a picnic area with pavilion, and a small tot lot.
- Green Spring Garden Park - is a 27-acre park located in Alexandria, Virginia, just a few minutes travel from the Nation's Capitol. Through its gardens and educational programming, Green Spring advances the awareness and practice of gardening in Metropolitan Washington, DC.
- The Turner Farm - 52-acre park is located on the site of a former dairy farm. The land was saved from development by a public/private partnership started in 1994 to "Save-the-Farm."
- Colvin Run Mill Historic Site - was acquired by the Fairfax County Park Authority for the preservation of Colvin Run Mill and its associated historic buildings, and for the enjoyment and education of visitors. It has been open to the public since 1972.
- Sully Historic Site - reflects the history of Fairfax County. Completed in 1799 by Richard Bland Lee, the main house at Sully combines aspects of Georgian and Federal architecture.
- Hidden Oaks Nature Center The Park is rich in history. While strolling through the woods, visitors can view a railroad embankment built just before the Civil War.
- Huntley Meadows Park - is a rich, natural island in the suburban sea of Northern Virginia. Its 1,425 acres harbor majestic forests, wildflower-speckled meadows and vast wetlands bursting with life.
Law Enforcement
Transportation
- Fairfax Connector
- Metrobus and Metrorail
- Virginia Railway Express (VRE) - is a commuter rail service with two major lines. One originates in Manassas and the other originates in Fredericksburg-operating to and from Union Station in Washington, D.C.
Entertainment
- Foundation For Collingwood Library and Museum on Americanism - occupies 8.75 acres of land on the banks of the Potomac River, midway between Alexandria and Mount Vernon on what was once part of George Washington's River Farm.
- Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House - tells the story of Frank Lloyd Wright's innovative designs for a modestly-sized and affordable single-family house and how two families adapted the dwelling to fit their lifestyle.
- Gunston Hall Plantation - is a 550-acre National Historic Landmark.
- Mount Vernon George Washington's Estate The estate, gardens and farm of Mount Vernon totaled some 8,000 acres in the 18th century. Visitors can see 20 structures and 50 acres of gardens as they existed in 1799. The estate also includes a museum, the tombs of George and Martha Washington, Washington's greenhouse, and more.
- The Udvar-Hazy Center - National Air and Space Museum.
- Wolf Trap Park for the Performing Arts - with music from classical to jazz and pop to family musicals, plays and opera, Wolf Trap Park for the Performing Arts is the only performing arts park operated by the U.S. National Park Service.
- Center for the Arts (George Mason University) - Great Performances at Mason is a program of George Mason University's College of Visual and Performing Arts.
- McLean Community Center
- American Music Stage - is a non-profit theatre company that is dedicated to presenting family musicals to the theatre going community in the tri-state area.
City Sites
Law Enforcement
- Maryland State Police
- Maryland State Fire Marshal
- Talbot County Courthouse and the Office of Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Talbot County Emergency Management Agency
- Talbot County Manager Office The County Manager is the chief administrative officer of the County. The County Manager is responsible for the direction and supervision of all County agencies and department heads
- Talbot County Sheriff Office
Library
Hospitals
Transportation
- A-1 Auto Transport, Inc provides the highest standard of safety and security in the automobile transport and car shipping industry.
- Dependable Auto Shippers Since 1954, DAS has been meeting the auto shipping needs of individuals and businesses, both domestically and internationally.
- Easton Airport is a publicly owned general aviation airport that is open for public use.
- InterMove Global
- American Airlines as the largest airline in the world, we have a lot to offer our customers in the U.S. and around the globe. Look below for information on the routes and places to fly, employment opportunities, company press releases, and much more.
- Northwest Airlines is the world's fourth largest airline. Northwest and its travel partners serve more than 900 cities in more than 160 countries on six continents
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Parks
- Wye Oak State Park (Queen Anne) The Wye Oak, Maryland's State Tree and the largest White Oak in the United States, toppled June 6, 2002 during a thunderstorm in the village of Wye in Talbot County on Maryland's Eastern Shore.
- Talbot County Parks and Recreation Department The Talbot County Parks and Recreation Department welcomes residents and visitors to enjoy the natural resources and recreational facilities the County has to offer
- Choptank River Fishing Piers
Entertainment
- Historical Society-Talbot County is deeply dedicated to becoming a force for heritage preservation while also offering the entire community a wide range of opportunities to learn about our rich Talbot County history.
- Avalon Theatre
- Waterfowl Festival
- Antiques-Easton!
- St. Michaels Maryland Food and Wine Festival
City Sites
Law Enforcement
- Baltimore City Fire Department
- Baltimore City Police Department
- Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office represents the State of Maryland in all criminal prosecutions that result from crimes charged by local law enforcement agencies occurring in Baltimore City
- Circuit Court for Baltimore City
- Office of Criminal Justice
Hospitals
- Bon Secours Baltimore Health System The system includes 20 acute-care hospitals, one psychiatric hospital, six nursing care facilities, numerous ambulatory sites, six assisted living facilities, and home health and hospice services
- Franklin Square Hospital is a 343-bed facility providing a comprehensive array of services. Located in the White Marsh area of eastern Baltimore County, Franklin Square is the third largest hospital in Maryland
- Good Samaritan Hospital
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center A member of the Johns Hopkins Health System, Bayview has more than 700 beds and is home to one of Maryland's most comprehensive neonatal intensive care units, a sleep disorders center, an area-wide trauma center, the state's only regional burn center, and geriatrics programs that enjoy a national reputation in the field of aging
- Johns Hopkins Hospital & Health System
- Kernan Hospital began more than 100 years ago as a haven for children with orthopaedic deficits. While maintaining an atmosphere of country peace, it has evolved to offer innovative, interdisciplinary orthopaedic and rehabilitation services for children and adults.
- LifeBridge Health As one of the largest, most comprehensive and most highly respected providers of health-related services to the people of the Northwest Baltimore region, LifeBridge Health advocates preventive services, wellness and fitness services and programs to educate and support the communities it serves
- Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital provides inpatient, outpatient and day programs for infants and children with rehabilitation and/or complex medical needs.
- University Specialty Hospital serves a unique group of patients that require some of the most complex, interdisciplinary medical care available.
Parks
- Baltimore-Washington Parkway Opened in 1954, the parkway is a 29-mile scenic highway that connects Baltimore, Maryland with Washington, D.C. The part of the parkway from Washington, D.C. to Fort Meade, Maryland is managed by the National Park Service.
- Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks provides diverse recreational, environmental, cultural, educational and leisure opportunities that will benefit current and future generations
- Baltimore Municipal Golf Corporation is home to Baltimore's Classic Five golf courses: GolfDigest's 4-star rated Mount Pleasant and Pine Ridge, along with Clifton Park, Forest Park and Carroll Park
- Fort McHenry Of all the areas in the National Park System, Fort McHenry is the only one designated a National Monument and Historic Shrine.
- Gwynns Falls Trail is a unique urban hiking and biking trail providing access to a scenic and historic greenway stream valley in Baltimore City
Library
- Enoch Pratt Free Libraries provides equal access to information and services that support, empower, and enrich all who pursue knowledge, education, cultural enrichment, and lifelong learning
- Langsdale Library Since 1925 Langsdale Library has served the faculty, staff, and students of the University of Baltimore
- University of Maryland Libraries UM is home to the largest public research library in the state, with over 3 million volumes, more than 50,000 journal titles, numerous special collections and the latest in technical resources
Transportation
- Amtrak America's only express train serving destinations nationwide
- Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project This 40-mile long project links downtown Baltimore and Baltimore-Washington International Airport with Washington, D.C. Possible future connections include Philadelphia, New York and Boston to the north, and Richmond, Raleigh and Charlotte to the south.
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport
- Greyhound Lines provides bus transportation to most cities across the United States
- Martin State Airport Full service airport operated by the Maryland Aviation Administration on behalf of the Maryland Department of Transportation
- Maryland Transit Administration provides and supports accessible transit networks that are customer focused, safe, appealing, reliable and efficient throughout Maryland
Entertainment
- Baltimore Arena is Baltimor's largest indoor sports and entertainment facility, has long been considered an anchor, which contributed to the growth and prosperity of Baltimore
- Baltimore Choral Arts
- Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum
- Baltimore Opera
- Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is internationally recognized as having achieved a preeminent place among the world's most important orchestras
- John F. Kennedy Center for The Performing Arts
- Maryland Ballet Theatre
- Maryland Zoo In Baltimore
- National Aquarium in Baltimore seeks to stimulate interest in, develop knowledge about, and inspire stewardship of aquatic environments
- Shriver Hall Concert Series is dedicated to maintaining the high level of artistry, the drive to reach as many people as possible, and the search for new ways to touch our audiences with the art of music
- Visiting Baltimore
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City Sites
Hospitals
- Athletic Dept
- Baltimore Medical System, Inc
- Baltimore VA Maryland Health Care System
- Bon Secours Baltimore Health System
- Bon Secours Health System, Inc
- Bon Secours Hospital
- Bon Secours Hospital Doctors Appointments
- Department Of Gyn/Ob
- Eye & Cosmetic Surgery Ctr
- Helix Health
- Home Teaching Middle High
- Hospital Support Services Incorporated
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
- Johns Hopkins Breast Center
- Johns Hopkins Childrens Ctr
- Johns Hopkins Medicine
- University of Maryland Medical Center
- Baltimore County Department of Health
- Greater Baltimore Medical Center The Mission of GBMC HealthCare is to provide medical care and service of the highest quality to each patient with a Vision to be the leading community medical center in Maryland
- Good Samaritan Hospital Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of MedStar Health, cares for people who come to us in need
- Sheppard Pratt Health System is a not-for-profit behavioral health system, is dedicated to the improvement of quality of life in communities by serving the behavioral health and special education needs of individuals, families and organizations
- St. Joseph Medical Center From cardiac surgery to joint replacements to emergency care and eating disorder treatment, St. Joseph has the experts and advanced technology you need when it matters most.
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Parks
- Baltimore Aquarium Cafe
- Baltimore County Rec & Parks
- Carrie Murray Nature Ctr
- North Point State Park
- Baltimore County's Regional Parks
- Cromwell Valley Park is a stream valley park comprised of pasture, open fields, woods, hedgerows, cultivated fields and floodplain.
- Hampton National Historic Site The park preserves a vast estate from the 1700s. Its centerpiece is an elegantly furnished Georgian mansion set amid formal gardens and shade trees.
- Loch Raven Fishing Center The fishing center provides numerous services, offering boat rentals, freshwater fishing licenses, bait and launching permits
- Marshy Point Nature Center The building provides an exhibit hall, an auditorium for audio-visual presentations, outdoor decks with picnic tables and a staff workroom. Trails are being developed and canoes are available to explore the coastal forests, marshes and shallow waters of Dundee and Saltpeter Creeks.
- Oregon Ridge Park Convenient to Baltimore, Washington, Southern Pennsylvania and Delaware, we are able to accommodate indoor and outdoor events ranging from 10 to 10,000. With lodging and restaurants only minutes away, Oregon Ridge is the perfect place for your next affair.
- Rocky Point Beach and Park Located at the mouth of Back and Middle Rivers, it boasts an expansive view of the Chesapeake Bay, Hart-Miller Islands and Craighill Light and one of the nicest beaches on the upper Cheasapeake!
Law Enforcement
- County Council is the County elected legislative body, and it is vested with all law-making power granted by its Charter and by the General Assembly of Maryland. The seven members of the Council are respectively elected from each of seven contiguous and equally-populated Councilmanic districts. County Council members serve four year terms.
- Baltimore County Sheriff's Office The Mission of the Baltimore County Sheriff's Office is to maintain the integrity and provide service to the Baltimore County Circuit Court, to provide assistance and support to the citizens of Baltimore County, and to cooperate with all law enforcement agencies in their quest to maintain order in our community
- County Executive
- Fire Department provides fire protection, emergency medical aid and emergency rescue
- Police Department The Mission of the Baltimore County Police Department is to enforce the laws and ordinances of the state and county, safeguard life and property, prevent and detect crime, preserve the peace, and protect the rights of all citizens
- State's Attorney's Office Our mission is to serve victims and witnesses, to provide them information, and to comfort and assist them with problems related to their cases.
Transportation
- Baltimore Region Transit Plan Today, the backbone of the Baltimore region's transit system is an extensive network of local bus services combined with Metro subway, Light Rail and MARC train service
- Baltimore-Washington International Airport
- Baltimore-Washington Maglev Project This 40-mile long project links downtown Baltimore and Baltimore-Washington International Airport with Washington, D.C
- CountyRide is a specialized transportation program providing service to Baltimore County residents 60 years of age and over, disabled residents aged 21 through 59, and those living in the rural area. Destinations include medical appointments, shopping and other general purpose trips.
Entertainment
- American Visionary Art Museum
- Baltimore Clayworks exists to develop, sustain, and promote an artist-centered community that provides outstanding artistic, educational, and collaborative programs in ceramic arts.
- Baltimore Museum of Art
- Framin' Place Art Gallery
- Liberty Showcase Theatre
- National Aquarium
- Oh My Word Calligraphy is a gallery for the calligraphic arts, located in historic Ellicott City Maryland.
- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
City Sites
Hospitals
- Bon Secours Health System, Inc
- CARROLL COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL
- Carroll Hospital Center Med Lab
- Carroll Med Inc
- FREDERICK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
- Holistic Health Therapeutic
- The Vascular Center At Carroll Hospital Center
- Carroll Hospital Center Superior commitment. Exceptional care.
- Lorien Health Systems is a comprehensive health care network, dedicated to providing quality nursing, rehab and sub-acute care, as well as a superior assisted-living environment.
- Parkview Medical Group As a family practice, we are trained in a broad range of services for all ages (including newborns).
- Bon Secours Health System The system includes 20 acute-care hospitals, one psychiatric hospital, six nursing care facilities, numerous ambulatory sites, six assisted living facilities, and home health and hospice services
- Spring Grove Hospital Center is a 436-bed complex that provides a broad spectrum of inpatient psychiatric services to adults and adolescents, as well as residential psychiatric services to adults.
- Springfield Hospital Center
Law Enforcement
- County Attorney
- Caroll County Fire Departments
- Carroll County Sheriff's Office Through consistent application of Trust, Fairness and Commitment, members of the Carroll County Sheriff's Office will realize the Office Vision, promoting pride, service and public safety.
Transportation
- Carroll County Regional Airport
- Carroll Area Transit System is a private nonprofit corporation providing a specialized form of transportation, demand-response, to meet the needs of the seniors, elderly, frail, physically, and mentally challenged and the transportation disadvantaged of Carroll County.
- Maryland Transit Administration
Library
Entertainment
- Art Galleries & Theaters
- The Gallery at Yesteryear Shops of Yesteryear is determined to be the "Premier Antique Market Place" in Central Maryland
- Gate House Museum of History Currently on display are local Native American artifacts, as well as exhibits on James Sykes, photographs by local artist, Debra Taylor Young; and floral photographs by the Jones sisters.
- Union Mills Homestead
- Theatre on the Hill Professional summer theatre June-August. Features a wide variety of musicals, comedies and children's shows
- Cygnus Wine Cellars
Parks
- Carroll County Department of Recreation and Parks provides a broad spectrum of quality leisure opportunities to the citizens of Carroll County
- City of Westminster Recreation and Parks Department
- Patapsco Valley State Park Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, horseback and mountain bike trails, as well as picnicking for individuals or large groups in the park's many popular pavilions
- Carroll County Official Tourism Web site
- Piney Run Park
Hospitals
- Inova Health System
- Woodbridge Office
- Prince William Hospital - our 170-bed, not-for-profit hospital is here for you and your family.
- Potomac Hospital - is a 153-bed, not-for-profit community hospital serving Prince William County and its surrounding communities.
- Veterinary Emergency Care
City Sites
Newspapers
Law Enforcement
- Clerk of the Circuit Court
- Prince William County Police Department Welcome to the Prince William County Police Department Web site. We hope this Web site will assist you in understanding more about your Police Department and the role we play in making our community a safe place to live and work.
- Commonwealth's Attorney The Commonwealth's Attorneys Office prosecutes all criminal and traffic cases occurring within Prince William County, and all felonies committed in the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park.
- Victim Witness Assistance
Transportation
- Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission Local weekday bus service throughout Prince William County.
- Virginia Railway Express Train Service to the District of Columbia from Western Prince William County. Stops include Alexandria, Crystal City, L'Enfant Plaza, and Union Station. Three convenient stations in Prince William County - Broad Run/Airport, Manassas, and Manassas Park.
- Washington METRO Subway System Metro stations can be found on both the Rt. 66 (Vienna - Orange Line) and Rt. 95 (Franconia/Springfield - Blue Line) corridors. The PRTC OmniRide system provides bus service to both stations.
- Washington Dulles International Airport There are 40 passenger airlines and four cargo integrators that serve Washington Dulles International Airport.
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport The Airports Authority operates this two airport system which provides domestic and international air service for the Metropolitan Washington region.
- Greyhound - a Greyhound bus station is conveniently located in Triangle for the convenience of Prince William County residents.
Parks
- Manassas National Battlefield Park Site of the first major battlefield (also known as the Battle of Bull Run)of the Civil War--and the equally important Second Battle of Manassas (which convinced General Lee to invade the Union's own home ground)--the Park is a "must see" for anyone who truly wishes to gain a sense for the Civil War.
- Dale City Recreation Center If you want to work out in a comfortable, professional and friendly environment, then you will love Dale City Recreation Center
- Veteran's Memorial Regional Park - Veterans Park is the place to be for fun! We have many different outdoor diversions for you to enjoy.
- WaterWorks Waterpark - offers state of the art outdoor excitement, including pools, slides, fountains, an expansive shallow beach area, and friendly, family fun.
Entertainment
- Center for the Arts - The mission is to enrich the quality of life among all the populations in our area through diverse education and presentation arts programming of the highest quality.
- Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center - we are proud of our role as a community health, fitness, and wellness resource.
- Arts Council - is an affiliate program that provides year-round programming in performance and cultural arts.
- Freedom Aquatics Center The Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center has one of the largest, most beautiful, indoor natatoriums in Northern Virginia. Featuring a 50-meter competition pool that can hold multiple activities, a warm-water leisure pool with play features and beach entry, and a whirlpool spa where adults can relax after a workout, Freedom offers a pleasant and comfortable aquatic experience year-round.
- Historic Occoquan
- Manassas Museum The current 7,000-square-foot building on eight acres opened in 1991. Permanent and temporary historical exhibits interpret Northern Virginia Piedmont history through artifacts, documents, videos, and images.
- Prince William Art Society, Inc.
- DeGrasse Dance Studio - has provided dancers of all ages with performance experience in classical Russian ballet, jazz, tap and musical theater.
- Manassas Dance Company - we are providing accessible and affordable cultural arts performances to the public as well as by offering free performances to schoolchildren in our community.
- Prince William Chorale
- Prince William Symphony Orchestra
- PW Chorale This organization was established on May 22, 1993, as the Prince William Chorale, a reorganization of the group previously known as the Manassas Choral Society which was established in 1967 by members of several area church choirs who were interested in singing a broader range of music.
- PWC Park Authority
- Weems-Bott Museum The Weems-Botts House offers a fascinating history on Virginia's oldest chartered town, Dumfries, in addition to two of the more colorful personalities to have lived here: Mason Weems and Benjamin Botts.
Veterinary Hospital
- Artemis Veterinary Emergency Our emergency hospital is specifically designed and equipped to provide highest quality critical care for your pet. Our staff is well-trained in emergency procedures. Whether a minor or major medical problem, we will provide your pet with the best possible care.
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Hospitals
- Columbia-Arlington Hospital
- The Virginia Hospital Center Arlington Auxiliary Inc
- Northern Virginia Community Hospital - 164-bed general hospital located in the heart of Arlington, VA. Our facility offers convenient, comfortable, friendly and cutting edge treatment with a wide range of clinical inpatient and outpatient services for adults.
- Manor Care Health Services - Arlington
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Parks
- Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority Upton Hill Regional Park
- Arlington House - The house that Robert E. Lee called home for 30 years and one uniquely associated with the Washington and Custis families is preserved today as a memorial to General Lee, who gained the respect of Americans in both the North and South.
- Lyndon Baines Johnson Memorial Grove on the Potomac - the Memorial is located in Lady Bird Johnson Park, a Potomac River island in Washington, D.C.
- Theodore Roosevelt Island Park - this wooded island is a fitting memorial to the outdoorsman, naturalist, and visionary who was our 26th President.
- Upton Hill Regional Park - offers visitors a wooded oasis in the heart of the most densely populated area of Northern Virginia.
Law Enforcement
Transportation
- Alexandria Transit Company
- Virginia Railway Express - VRE provides commuter rail service from the Northern Virginia suburbs to Alexandria, Crystal City and downtown Washington, D.C.
- Arlington Transit - ART operates within Arlington County, Virginia, supplementing Metrobus with smaller, neighborhood-friendly vehicles and providing access to Metrorail and Virginia Railway Express (VRE).
- Arlington County Commuter Assistance Program - CAP serving people who live and/or work in, or travel through Arlington by providing programs and services that help them find a smarter way to work.
- Fairfax Connector
Library
Entertainment
- Arlington Historical Museum
- Fort C.F. Smith Park - this beautiful 19-acre site includes a scenic view of Washington, DC, a lush tree canopy, an open meadow, the lovely Hendry House and preserved earthworks of the Civil War fort built in 1863.
- The American Century Theater - is dedicated to presenting great, important, and neglected plays of the Twentieth Century - what Henry Luce called "the American Century."
- Signature theatre
- Teatro De LA Luna - our performances are in Spanish, with live English dubbing.
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Hospitals
- Childrens National Medical Ctr
- Columbia Fairfax Surgical Center
- Inova Alexandria Hospital
- Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Sleep Disorders Program
- Medforce
- National Capital Poison Center The mission of the Poison Center is to prevent poisonings, save lives, and limit injury from poisoning. In addition to saving lives, the Center decreases health care costs of poisoning cases.
- Graydon Manor Graydon Manor is dedicated to treating children and adolescents with serious emotional problems, while at the same time helping their families. Founded in 1957 as an inpatient treatment program by parents of children with special needs, Graydon Manor now provides a growing continuum of services. Graydon Manor began as, and remains, a private nonprofit organization.
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Law Enforcement
- Loudoun General District Court
- Circuit Court of Loudoun County
- Loudoun County Sheriff's Office The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is divided into five divisions: Field Operations, Special Operations, Criminal Investigations, Administration/Technical Services and Corrections/Courts Security. The Sheriff's Office uses these divisions to provide law enforcement and crime prevention services to citizens of Loudoun County on a 24-hour basis.
- Commonwealth's Attorney The Commonwealth's Attorney, one of five Constitutional Officers in the Loudoun County Government, is responsible for the prosecution of criminal offenses in Loudoun County.
- Loudoun County Department of Fire and Rescue
- Loudoun County Treasurer Office The Loudoun County Treasurer's Office is responsible for the billing and collecting of taxes; issuing county vehicle license decals; and the investing, safeguarding, and disbursing of all county revenue.
- Loudoun County Administrator The Office of the County Administrator is the highest level management office of the Loudoun County government. The County Administrator directs and supervises the day-to-day operations of all county departments and agencies which are under the direct control of the Board of Supervisors, pursuant to county ordinances and regulations.
- Office of the County Assessor
Library
- Loudoun County Public Library The Loudoun County Public Library, the community's information center, provides free and equal access to a full variety of library resources and innovative technologies to enhance the quality of life and meet the informational, educational and cultural interests of the entire community.
- National Sporting Library The National Sporting Library, a research center for horse and field sports, is an incomparable collection of over 13,000 books, periodicals, photographs, films, and manuscripts housed in a magnificent 15,000 square-foot facility. Paintings and sculptures by renowned sporting artists enhance the spacious Founders' Room, the John and Martha Daniels Reading Room and the F. Ambrose Clark Rare Book Room.
- Thomas Balch Library Thomas Balch Library is a history and genealogy library owned and operated by the Town of Leesburg. Our collection includes over 10,000 books and periodicals, newspapers, maps, photographs, and manuscripts, and focuses on:
Parks
- Ida Lee Park and Recreation Center Welcome to Ida Lee, your recreation, fitness, and aquatic resources. We invite you to learn more about our facility, programs, and services. When you have time, stop by for a tour. Our staff is here to help make your visit as pleasant as possible. Ida Lee staff strive to meet your recreational and fitness needs in a clean and friendly environment. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of service to you. We hope you will enjoy our facility as much as we do!
- Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve The word "banshee" is a Gaelic term for a female spirit and the word "reeks" is a Gaelic term for hills and dales. Legend has it that around the 1840s, the owner of the farm was of Irish or Scottish decent. After a night in town he came back to the farm and heard strange cries and sounds in the woods, what he thought might have been banshees. Since the farm was very hilly, he is supposed to have said that he heard, "banshees in the reeks." In the years since, the name has become Banshee Reeks.
- Morven Park
Transportation
- Loudoun County Commuter Bus Service The Loudoun County-sponsored system of commuter buses provides weekday bus service to Washington D.C., the Pentagon and Roslyn from stops in Purcellville, Hamilton, Leesburg and Sterling. The buses are operated by Yellow Bus Lines.
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) The Washington Metropolitan Area TransitAuthority operates the second largest railtransit system and the fifth largest busnetwork in the United States.
- Leesburg Executive Airport Leesburg has the distinct advantage of operating its own municipal airport. International flights can clear customs without visiting another U.S airport first. The airport's 5,500-foot runway, with an adjacent FAA Flight Service Station, Piedmont Hawthorne's American Beechcraft Service Center, and a jet facility, is used increasingly by corporations that need to house their private aircraft nearby.
- Dulles Area Transportation Association The Dulles Area Transportation Association (DATA) is a Transportation Management Association (TMA) that identifies transportation needs; advocates steps to meet those needs; and provides a forum for members and other concerned parties to be informed of opportunities and participate in timely actions that will bring about a more effective transportation system.
- White's Ferry
- Dulles Corridor Rail Association The Dulles Corridor Rail Association (DCRA) is a nonprofit membership organization formed to advocate rail in the Dulles corridor by 2010, sooner if feasible. DCRA advises decision makers on transit-related issues, including funding, operations, station location and access, and use, and implementation issues.
Entertainment
- Bluemont Concert Series Bluemont Concert Series is a volunteer-based non-profit organization that presents a wide variety of affordable, high quality events and activities in the communities and schools throughout Loudoun County, northwest and central Virginia. Bluemont presents 300-350 events each year in public and private partnerships of all sizes. Bluemont`s Summer Concerts have become tradition in many communities; those same artists also perform at local healthcare facilities. Its sizable Artist-In- Education program brings hundreds of artists into Virginia schools each year.
- Doukenie Winery Doukénie Winery is part of Windham Farm and is a lovely 500-acre farm set in the rolling hills of Northern Virginia where one can enjoy a quiet afternoon in the country and a picnic by the pond.
- Lost Creek Winery We invite everyone to stop by for a winery tour and to sample our wines. Whether you are a wine enthusiast, new to wine drinking, a tourist, or just passing through, you will find something to enjoy in our wines, our cozy tasting room, our outdoor patio and our light gourmet fare. We also pride ourselves in selling local products, arts and crafts.
- Loudoun Ballet the first regional youth ballet in Loudoun County, was founded in 1978 by former Artistic Director, Ms. Sheila Hoffmann-Robertson. Now under the guidance of Artistic Director Maureen Miller, the Company continues to grow and thrive.
- Loudoun Chorale s a community-based volunteer organization of local artists who strive to present a quality program of choral music to its patrons.
- Loudoun County Convention and Visitors Bureau
- Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum Plant a seed in your young farmer's imagination and watch it grow at one of the Metro area's newest museums. At the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum, you can meet Milkie the Cow, travel back in time to the Waxpool General Store and be a farmer for a day. Your family will reap the rewards of time well spent.
- The Loudoun Symphony Orchestra The Loudoun Symphony provides a spectrum of classical music by presenting a season of concerts featuring these three ensembles. It rounds out its cultural offerings through chamber music concerts, children's concerts, and collaborations with other arts organizations. The Board of Directors of the non-profit, unaffiliated Loudoun Symphony Association, Inc. is composed of dedicated area supporters of the fine arts.
- Master Singers of Virginia The Master Singers is a 28 member choral ensemble bringing a variety of choral works of the highest artistic quality to the people of the Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. area. These works include the great choral masterpieces of the 16th through the 20th centuries as well as contemporary.
- Oatlands Carriage House Theatre When you visit Oatlands, take a close look. It won't take long - about 200 years. Begin with the 22-room Greek Revival house that was once the center of a thriving 3,400-acre plantation. Meander through four acres of formal gardens and connecting terraces. Marvel at the 1810 greenhouse, the second oldest of its type in America.
- Aldie Mill - Virginia Outdoors Foundation At Aldie Mill, a working mill owned and operated by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, the unique heritage of water-powered gristmills is remembered and preserved. The restored Aldie Mill, an imposing four-story brick structure with tandem metal waterwheels, offers visitors and students a glimpse of how life was lived in the rural South during a time when the Mill served as a vital center of the community
- Ball`s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park Surrounding the Ball's Bluff National Cemetery, this regional park preserves the site of the Battle of Ball's Bluff, the largest Civil War engagement to take place in Loudoun County. Hiking trails and interpretive signs aid in understanding this important and tragic part of American history.
- Village Winery The Village Winery and its ten acres of vineyards are just outside the heart of the village of Waterford, a National Historic Landmark. The winery is housed is a resotred farm structure next to our large, old bank barn.
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Law Enforcement
- Sheriff's Office dedicated to enhancing the quality of life by maintaining order, protecting life and property, and reducing the fear of crime.
- Stafford County Administration Office is responsible for the overall administration of the county government.
- Stafford County Attorney provides the Board of Supervisors, its agencies and commissions, the County Administrator, his staff and departments, and the constitutional offices professional and timely legal representation and advice
- Stafford County Courts and Legal Services
- Stafford County Office of the Treasurer
Hospitals
- Mary Washington Hospital This 412-bed, acute-care medical center is home to many of our most important services, like cardiovascular care, surgical services, radiology services, diagnostic tests, and emergency care.
- Potomac Hospital offers a wide range of medical specialties, a highly qualified medical and clinical staff, and state-of-the-art technology required to uphold our mission.
Library
- Central Rappahannock Regional Library The collections of the main branch and the North Stafford Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library include over 200,000 volumes of books, magazines, records, video and audio cassettes and other materials.
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Parks
- Department of Parks and Recreation
- Hope Springs Marina is a full-service marina located on a protected section of beautiful Aquia Creek, offering 180 deep water slips, 4 deep paved ramps and 700 feet of sandy beach just minutes from the Potomac River.
- Lake Curtis is a 91-acre, Department-owned lake in Stafford County. The lake has an abundance of standing timber, providing fish with "structure." It is on the boundary of Curtis Memorial Park, a facility that has tennis courts, a swimming pool, a golf course, grills, and picnic tables. Several new fishing pier "bulkheads" were recently added adjacent to the Department's parking lot.
Transportation
- Stafford Regional Airport Designed to maximize the safe and efficient movement of aircraft, the Stafford Regional Airport facility includes a 5000-foot by 100-foot instrument runway with full parallel taxiways, Jet-A and Av-Gas fuel storage facilities, and 25 acres of paved aircraft parking aprons.
- Amtrak Trains
- Commuter Connections is a regional network of transportation organizations coordinated by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.
- VRE provides commuter rail service from the Northern Virginia suburbs to Alexandria, Crystal City and downtown Washington, D.C. The VRE Operations Board, consisting of seven commissioners - three each from NVTC and PRTC and the Director of the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (VDRPT), oversees all operating aspects of the Virginia Railway Express.
- Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission
Entertainment
- Aquia Harbour Yacht Club is a recreational boating group that strives to promote safe boating practices through education for its members and the community. Established in 1975, the club has strived to meet its mandate of boating safety, education, the environment and fun.
- Hartwood Winery
- Potomac Point Winery
- The Gari Melchers Estate & Memorial Gallery is the former residence of the American figure painter Gari Melchers (1860-1932). The museum consists of the artist's home, studio and gardens.
- Aquia Church Built between 1751 and 1757 in the shape of the Greek Cross, Aquia Episcopal Church is considered one of the most significant colonial churches in America. It is noted for its three-tiered pulpit and Aquia stone trim. It served as a parish church, established by the colonial government and was occupied by Union troops during the Civil War.
- Historic Kenmore and Washington's Ferry Farm Tours at George Washington's Ferry Farm are self-guided. You may spend as much time on the grounds and in the visitor's center as you like during our open hours.
- Riverside Center Dinner Theater & Conference Facility
- Cavalier Family Skating Center Roller skating and blading on a maple wood surface - fund for all ages. Skate rentals, pro shop, snack bar, party rooms, and video arcade available. Special large group reservations welcome.
City Sites
Law Enforcement
- Commonwealth's Attorney The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of felony, misdemeanor and traffic cases in Shenandoah County, Virginia
- Shenandoah County Administration
- Shenandoah County Commonwealth Courts
- Shenandoah County Fire and Rescue is commited to providing a safe community, protecting the life and welfare for all people residing or visiting Shenandoah County
- Shenandoah County Sheriff's Office is committed to safeguarding the quality of life that we have come to enjoy
- Shenandoah County Treasurer's Office We are dedicated to serving our citizens in a professional, efficient and courteous manner, being sensitive to their needs with a commitment to exceed their expectations
Newspapers
- Shenandoah Valley Herald
- Topix.net Shenandoah County, VA News
Library
Hospitals
- Shenandoah Memorial Hospital offers services including a family birthing center, comprehensive rehabilitation services and diagnostic medical and surgical care
- Shenandoah County Health Department
- Valley Health offers a full spectrum of services in acute care, rehabilitation and extended care facilities, and outpatient and community settings to help the people of the region manage their health and enjoy a high quality of life
Transportation
- Commuter Connections is a network of northern Virginia, DC and Maryland commuter organizations coordinated by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
- Front Royal-Warren County Airport
- Greyhound Bus Lines
- Limousine Services Shenandoah Valley
- Virginia Regional Transportation Association is a private Virginia Corporation that provides public transportation to the NorthWest and Central rural regions of Virginia
Parks
- Bryce Resort Just a 2-hour drive from the Washington, DC, metro area, Bryce Resort is the Shenandoah Valley's hidden gem, a gorgeous little valley within a valley. City folks have been coming here for decades to ski, golf, hike, swim, and boat, and, most of all, relax
- Endless Caverns Located on the side of the Massanutten Mountain, overlooking Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley, Endless Caverns is as beautiful above ground as it is below!
- Shenvalee Golf Resort Come visit us and discover all there is to love about beautiful, colonial Shenvalee and the rich history of the Shenandoah Valley
- Shenandoah National Park
Entertainment
- Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation has been working since 1988 to create, on the land where the 1864 Battle of Cedar Creek was fought, a memorial to the courage and devotion of the men who struggled there, and an educational resource for all people interested in their American heritage
- Hottel-Keller Memorial, Inc
- North Mountain Vineyard & Winery Award winning wines, mountain vistas, farmed since the 1700s
- Shenandoah County Fair
- The Art Group is a non-profit cooperative of Shenandoah Valley Artists whose goal is to promote the art and artists of the Shenandoah Valley in a fun and relaxed community atmosphere
- The Museum of American Presidents
- Wayside Theatre
City Sites
- Culpeper County Chamber of Commerce Visit the chamber office and information center for maps, brochures, guides, and for reference data for commercial & industrial development.
- Visit Culpeper County VA Culpeper surrounds you with its natural beauty, rich history ... and, of course, southern hospitality
- Town of Culpeper
Law Enforcement
- Culpeper County Fire Departments
- Treasurer's Office is charged with the responsibility of coordinating and performing all accounting requirements and administrative duties as assigned by Culpeper's Town Council and Town Manager.
- Culpeper Police Department is a nationally accredited, full service law enforcement agency composed of thirty-nine (39) sworn police officers, twenty (20) reserve and auxiliary officers and seven civilian employees.
Hospitals
- Culpeper Memorial Hospital Inc Is a 70-bed acute care hospital with comprehensive services including a 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency room, state-of-the art Family Birth Center, both home health and hospice care through the highly-accredited FamilyCare Home Health & Hospice, Surgical Services and new Intensive Care Unit, and more. Please click on Hospital Services for more information.
Library
- Culpeper County Library was organized in 1926 through the efforts of Lucille Nelson Penniman and Mary Williams Tucker. Our present fully-automated facility opened to the public on March 25, 1998.
- The Library of Virginia
Transportation
- Culpeper Connector is a public transportation provider serving local residential and business destinations
- Washington Dulles International Airport
Entertainment
- Brandy Station Foundation is a non-profit, community-based membership group dedicated to preserving the natural and historic resources of the Brandy Station area of Culpeper County, Virginia.
- The Museum of Culpeper History is brimming with historical attributes. Furthermore, a discussion of the natural assets, strategic location and economic vitality is yet another story for another day.
- Horse Shows in the Sun, Inc.
- Virginia Region Pony Club
- Virginia Wines - Aged to Perfection
Parks
- Bear Creek Lake State Park Activities center on the 40-acre lake with a boat launch, fishing pier, boat rentals and swimming beach, as well as camping, picnicking, playgrounds, hiking and access to a 14-mile multi-use trail in the state forest popular with equestrians
- Pocahontas State Park offers boating, picnicking, camping, hiking and a wide range of interpretive and environmental education programs
- Rappahannock River Campground
- Smith Mountain Lake State Park Located on the second largest freshwater lake in the state, the park is a water enthusiast's paradise