We celebrate Healthy Anne Arundel Day on April 7th (World Health Day) to encourage people to move, have fun, reduce stress, improve physical and mental health, and show people the benefits of an active lifestyle!

Scan or click on the QR code to donate to the Anne Arundel Food Bank Nutrition Month Healthy Food Drive.

Healthy Food Drive March 1 - April 7

Merritt Clubs

7585 Buckingham Blvd, Hanover, MD 21076

Severna Park Community Center

623 B & A Blvd, Severna Park, MD 21146

Kinder Farm Park

1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd, Millersville, MD 21108

Download the Drive to Thrive Food Drive Guide to learn about donating healthy foods and other needed items.

Healthy Food Drive Drop-off Locations

Chesapeake Children’s Museum

25 Silopanna Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403

Shop like a nutrition expert. The nutrition guidance program reads nutrition labels and measures every product using established nutrition science. Look for the Guiding Stars nutrition ratings to find the healthiest options.

North Arundel Aquatic Center

7888 Crain Highway South, Glen Burnie, MD 21061

Deale Library

5940 Deale Churchton Rd, Deale, MD 20751

Quiet Waters Park

600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403

Arundel Olympic Swim Center

2690 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

What can you do to have a healthy, active lifestyle all year long?

A Tai Chi student says "My balance is getting better and I'm feeling uplifted."
The Community Action Agency staff says "We stay hydrated throughout the day!"
Adults learning Tai Chi.
A community member says " I like making healthy snacks for my family!"
A Tai Chi student says "Getting out of the chair without holding on to anything is like watching a power gauge go up- It's a good feeling!"
A health department worker says "I share information about health services!"
County Executive staff doing chair yoga.

Here is what Healthy Anne Arundel Partners are doing to support healthy and active lifestyles

Anne Arundel County Public Library

Dancing Programs, Ballet Programs, Cardio Drumming, Active Play, FarmUnity

A man planting seedlings for the lirary garden.
Adults learning a dance.
Young children learning to dance.
Young people picking flowers and crops in a field.

Tennis Alliance of Anne Arundel County

Family Tennis, Wheelchair Tennis, Blind/ Visually Impaired Tennis

Department of Aging and Disabilities

Line Dancing, Chair Exercise, Nutrition Education, Fitness, Games

County Executive Pittman on an exercize machine at a senior center

Accessible Resources for Independence

The resource and advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities in Anne Arundel and Howard Counties in Maryland.

Toddlers in a play area at the library.
Adults of varying ages, some standing and some sitting, doing stretches
A diverse group of people stand in a field of crops they planted.

adults and children in wheelchairs playing tennis
A large group of older people learning a dance.
a group of older people learning to dance
Young kids playing a game at a health fair.
A geoup of children celebrate learning how to play tennis.

A group of older women sitting at a table doing a craft with photos of healthy foods.
Elderly people doing yoga while sitting in chairs.
Two older ladies dancing


Healthy Anne Arundel Day Events

Events marked with * are Health Fair Hubs!

  • 9:30 - 10:30am (18+)

    Severna Park Community Center

    623 B&A BLVD. SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146

  • 7:00 - 8:00pm

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 5:30 - 6:30pm

    160 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146

    Click to register in advance!

    These classes will encourage physical activity and give members of the community an opportunity to experience our supportive fitness environment.

  • 7:15 - 8:00pm

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 9:00 - 10:00am (18+)

    623 B&A BLVD. SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146

  • 10:30 - 11:30am

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 9:30 - 11am

    2205A Defense Hwy, Crofton, MD 21114

    All ages & abilities welcome. Enjoy learning ballet & moving to classical music!

    Email: lescher.academy@gmail.com

  • 8514 Veterans Hwy, Millersville, MD 21108

    Water Walking with Terrie, 8:00am

    Mention “Healthy Anne Arundel County” at the front desk!

  • 12pm - 2pm

    25 Silopanna Rd, Annapolis, MD 21403

    Join CCM in celebration of Healthy Anne Arundel Day through our Food Revolution! We will explore the history of ice cream's origins in Annapolis, the snack's ingredients (good and bad), and examples of healthy alternatives such as ice cream made from frozen bananas.

    Click here to register

  • 10am-1pm

    7500 Montpelier Rd, Suite 105 PMB #138, Laurel, MD 20723

    This event educates children about health topics and different careers within the healthcare field. Geared for elementary aged children, but all are welcome.

  • 5:30 - 6:30pm

    160 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146

    Click to register in advance!

    These classes will encourage physical activity and give members of the community an opportunity to experience our supportive fitness environment.

  • 10:00 - 10:45am

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 8514 Veterans Hwy, Millersville, MD 21108

    Yoga with Jeanine, 7:30pm

    Mention “Healthy Anne Arundel County” at the front desk!

  • Events all day, 8am - 7pm

    If you require accommodation, please contact Shelly at sbeigel@spcommunitycenter.org

    623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD 21146. Download or print the flyer.

    HEALTHY LIVING & EATING

    9:00-9:30am - Women’s Health: A Physical Therapy Approach to Incontinence

    10:00am - 12:00pm - Healthy Living Resources including:

    • BWMC: Blood Pressure & BMI Screenings

    • Providence Center seed planting and Unity Garden

    10:00-10:30am - How to Thrive: Harnessing Nature for Health & Wellbeing

    11:00-11:30am - Luminis Health: Basics of Hip and Knee Arthritis, Karen Harke, PA

    12:00-12:45pm - Nutrition Basics: Overcoming Barriers

    6:00-7:00pm - Growing Up Health: Nutrition for Teens, Dr. Elizabeth Parker and Sarma Givens DNP, CRNP FNP-C

    FITNESS & MOVEMENT & ARTS

    6:45am-6:00pm - Fitness Center: 18+

    10:00am-2:00pm - Personal Trainer Mini Assessments: 18+

    10:00-10:30am - Jazzercise: 18+

    10:30-11:30am - Tai Chi

    10:30-11:00am - Soccer Shots: Ages 2-5

    10:30-11:00am & 11:00-11:30am - Wellfit: 18+

    12:00-12:30pm - Art with Love: , Ages 2-6

    12:30-4:00pm - Open Hoops: All Ages

    8:00am-12:00pm - Pickleball: 18+

    9:45-10:15am - Music Together: 8 months to 4 yrs

    COMMUNITY & SUSTAINABILITY, ALL AGES

    10:00am-2:00pm - Seed Planting & Native Plant Information

    AQUATICS

    8:45-9:45am - Swimnastics: , 18+

    9:00-10:30am & 12:00-5:00pm - Wellspring Swim: , 18+

    11:00am-4:00pm - Open Lap Swim: All Ages

    2:00-3:00pm - Arthritis: , 18+

    3:00-4:00pm & 4:00-5:00pm - Water Safety Clinic: , All Ages

    DANCE

    12:30-1:00pm - I Can Move (Parent/Child): Ages 2-4

    1:15-2:00pm - Adult Dance Movement: 18+

    ADAPTIVE SESSIONS, ALL AGES

    11:15-11:45am - Adaptive Water Fitness

    5:00-5:30pm & 5:30-6:00pm -Adaptive Circuit Training (2 sessions)

    5:00-6:00pm & 6:00-7:00pm - Adaptive Water Safety Clinic (2 sessions)

    5:00-6:00pm - Adaptive Painting/Drawing/Craft:

  • 4:45 - 5:30pm

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 5:30 - 6:30pm

    160 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146

    Click to register in advance!

    These classes will encourage physical activity and give members of the community an opportunity to experience our supportive fitness environment.

  • 8514 Veterans Hwy, Millersville, MD 21108

    Aqua Aerobics with Denise, 9:00am

    Mention “Healthy Anne Arundel County” at the front desk!

  • 5:00 - 6:00pm

    JingYing.org 410-431-5200

    1195 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd. #6

    Arnold, MD 21012

  • 8514 Veterans Hwy, Millersville, MD 21108

    Intro to Racquetball, 6:30pm

    Mention “Healthy Anne Arundel County” at the front desk!

  • 8514 Veterans Hwy, Millersville, MD 21108

    Clubbin’ Cardio with Brian, 9:30am

    Mention “Healthy Anne Arundel County” at the front desk!

  • 4:00 - 6:00pm Please register to attend

    View the flyer

    121 South Villa Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401

    Get local sports program registration details

    • Discover sports participation scholarship info

    • Meet local athletes & coaches

    Free Food

    • Healthy dinner for the whole family.

    • Game day snacks.

    • Refreshing Kona ice.

    Equipment swap

    • Donate or Pick Up new or gently used sports equipment.

    Win Prizes!

    • Scooters

    • Sports Equipment

    • Bike

    • Sports Event Tickets

  • 8:00am - 1:00pm

    7585 Buckingham Blvd, Hanover, MD 21076

    Join us for a morning dedicated to health, movement, and community!

    Ask a Trainer at 10 am

    FREE Fitness Assessments & Measurements

    • Meet One-on-One with a Professional Trainer

    • Enjoy a Complimentary Workout on Us

    Local Vendors

    Giveaways & Raffles (1 Month Free*, Two 45-minute training sessions and more)

    Light Refreshments will be provided

  • Truxtun Park Tennis Courts, 1229 Primrose Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

    4:00pm - 5:30pm

    Come learn to play tennis. Free lessons and games for ages 5 and parents and all adults. Contact: Lthomas@tennisallianceaac.org

  • Truxtun Park Tennis Courts, 1229 Primrose Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

    4:00pm - 5:30pm

    Come learn to play tennis. Free lessons and games for ages 5 and parents and all adults. Contact: Lthomas@tennisallianceaac.org

  • 12 - 2pm

    134 Owensville Road, West River, MD 20778

    Strong Families/ Familias Fuertes Health Fair

    Resources. Support. Community.

    At Familia’s Fuertes, you’ll have access to:

    •  Health & wellness resources

    •  Family support services

    •  Community organizations

    •  Bilingual assistance (English & Spanish)

    • On-site vaccinations provided by Giant Pharmacy

    This is more than an event—it’s a space for families to thrive. And, just in case you choose social media, our handles are listed below:

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FdZT1Wb92/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    IG: BayCommunity_HC

    Download or print the flyer

    Outreach@BayCommunityHealth.org

  • 10am - 1pm

    Belle Grove Elementary

    4502 Belle Grove Road, Brooklyn, MD 21225

    Community Wellness Day is a free, family-friendly community event hosted each fall and spring by University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Activities include health screenings, education tables, kids' activities and more.

  • 10:00 - 11:30am

    Severna Park Community Center 623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD 21146

    Organized by Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & Tai Chi.
    For more information, email info@JingYing.org or call 410-431-5200
    Registration for World Tai Chi Day at: https://jingying.org/special_events/world_tai_chi_day

    There
    will be demos of Tai Chi and Qigong and mini workshops. The event is suitable for all levels of fitness and is free. Anyone can “just show up,” but if you register in advance, you will be entered into a door prize drawing for free classes and goodies.

    *The event is outside under the trees. *If it rains, we will be indoors (see web site for details).

     For more information, email info@JingYing.org or call 410-431-5200.