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Readers' Choice 2012 Anne Arundel

Monday, June 11, 2012

Readers' Choice: Vote for Best Grocery Store

Patch readers nominated the best grocery store in Anne Arundel County so vote to determine which one is the Readers’ Choice 2012 winner.

Where can you find the best grocery store in Anne Arundel County? Cast your vote to let us know. Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted through July 9 and include: Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. Sign up for the newsletter of your local Patch to get community information and updates on the Readers' Choice contest. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17.

SP Neighbor

2:07 pm on Wednesday, July 11, 2012

The Organic Market in Severna Park. Only go to the Giant if pressed. Safeway a distant third.   more ›

Readers' Choice: Vote for Best Wedding Reception Venue

Patch readers nominated the best places for wedding receptions in Anne Arundel County so vote to determine which one is the Readers’ Choice 2012 winner.

Where is the best place to host a wedding reception in Anne Arundel County? Cast your vote to let us know. Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted through July 9 and include: Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. Sign up for the newsletter for your local Patch to get community information and updates on the Readers' Choice contest. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17.

Philip Richmond

2:12 pm on Tuesday, July 3, 2012

The fantastic formal gardens at the William Paca House in Annapolis. Incredibly beautiful colonial venue!   more ›

Readers' Choice: Vote for Best Jewelers

Patch readers nominated the best jewelers in Anne Arundel County so vote to determine which one is the Readers’ Choice 2012 winner.

Where do you go to buy jewelry in Anne Arundel County? Cast your vote to let us know. Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted through July 9 and include: Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. Sign up for the newsletter in your local Patch to get community information and updates on the Readers' Choice contest. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17.

Readers' Choice: Vote for the Best Bargain Shopping Place

Patch readers nominated the best places for bargain shopping in Anne Arundel County so vote to determine which one is the Readers’ Choice 2012 winner.

Where do you find the best bargains when shopping in Anne Arundel County? Cast your vote to let us know. Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted through July 9 and include: Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. Sign up for the newsletter of your local Patch to get community information and updates on the Readers' Choice contest. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17.

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Readers' Choice: Mother's Day Brunch in Anne Arundel County

There are plenty of options for brunch featuring buffets, seasonal selections and even champagne.

Throughout Anne Arundel County, Patch polled readers to find the best place for Mother's Day brunch in our towns and neighborhoods. Here is a list of winners for each Patch. Check out who won below and let us know what you think by leaving a comment. Annapolis: Carol's Creek Cafe Broadneck: Severn Inn Crofton, Gambrills, Odenton, Severn: Big Fish Grille (Crofton) Edgewater, Davidsonville: Wharfside Bar and Grill (Edgewater) Glen Burnie, Pasadena: The Grill at Quarterfield Station (Glen Burnie) Severna Park: Brian Boru Irish Restaurant and Pub Looking to buy flowers for mom? Check out the Readers' Choice winners for the best florists in Anne Arundel County. See more Patch Readers' Choice winners.

Saturday, April 28, 2012

Readers' Choice: Florists in Anne Arundel

You chose the best florists in the county.

Throughout Anne Arundel County, Patch polled readers to find the best florists in our towns and neighborhoods. Here is a list of winners for each Patch. Check out who won below and let us know what you think by leaving a comment. Annapolis and Edgewater-Davidsonville: Blooms Florist Broadneck and Severna Park: A Blooming Basket Flowers & Gifts Crofton and Odenton-Severn: Odenton Florists Glen Burnie: Jennifer's Country Flowers Pasadena: Maher’s Florist Check back on Monday to vote for the best places in the county for Mother's Day brunch.

sky

4:15 pm on Saturday, June 9, 2012

All if the people at BLOOMS have always treated me with kindness and compassion. I love the tiny dog with the happy yap. Work on a better, more positive out look , sometime life is not all about you and your baby stroller.   more ›

Monday, April 16, 2012

Readers' Choice: Review of Anne Arundel Winners

See who the winners are for the best breakfast, gyms, St. Patrick's Day celebrations, kids' haircuts, sandwiches, tax preparation and sporting goods.

Patch introduced a Readers' Choice contest in March to allow readers to vote for, comment on and review businesses in their towns. Follow the links below to see the winners for each contest in Anne Arundel County. See who won and let us know what you think by leaving a comment or make a topic suggestion for an upcoming Readers' Choice contest. Check back on Monday to vote on the best local florist in each Patch.

Judy Wacker

2:13 pm on Friday, August 17, 2012

Why be limited by the kinds of businesses listed by Patch??? Why can't we submit names of businesses that are local in ALL fields???? I would like to comment about Lifetime Pavers, a local paving/hardscaping business that is local, professional, and totally dedicated to their clients.... This company earns an A+ rating from me.   more ›

Friday, April 13, 2012

Readers' Choice: Spark Running for Sporting Goods

The Severna Park store dominated the contest for best sporting goods store in Anne Arundel County.

When Patch asked readers to vote on the best place in Anne Arundel County to buy sporting goods, one business quickly emerged as the lead in the contest: Spark Running in Severna Park. Spark Running specializes in running gear and accessories. The store, which opened in October 2011, features a treadmill that determines what type of shoe matches a runner's gait. "Thank you so much to all of our customers who continue to support us and have voted for us in the reader's choice poll," wrote Caitlin Burman, owner of Spark Running, in an email to Patch. "It means a lot to us as a new business to have your support." Other contenders for the top spot in this week's Readers' Choice were Marty's Sporting Goods on Mayo Road in Edgewater and Modell's…

Monday, April 9, 2012

Readers' Choice: Best Place to Buy Sporting Goods

Patch wants to know where you go to get your gear in Anne Arundel County.

Need a new head for your lacrosse stick, golf balls, batting gloves or shin guards? Patch wants to know where in Anne Arundel County is the best place to buy sporting goods. Select your choice from the list below, and leave a comment or a business review (by clicking on the link) to let us know why you voted that way. Because this poll is not scientific, it is not the sole consideration in choosing a winner. The winner will be determined by a Patch editor, based on poll results, reviews in the directory and comments on this article. Please vote only once per survey, per Patch. Voting will be closed a 9 a.m. Friday and the winner will be announced at noon. If your business is listed, learn how to "claim it" for free by reading this post. Do…

Dana

7:44 pm on Monday, April 8, 2013

I wouldn't put a wake, skate, surf, ski shop in a sporting goods catagory either. How about Sports Specialty or Extreme sports?? Ski Haus Sports is in a catagory of it's own. Owen's could be put into that same catagory with Ski Haus.   more ›

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Readers' Choice: Tax Preparation in Anne Arundel

You chose the best places across the county to get your taxes done.

Throughout Anne Arundel County, Patch polled readers to find the best place to get your taxes done in our towns and neighborhoods. Here is a list of winners for each Patch. Check out who won below and let us know what you think by leaving a comment. Annapolis: Houle & Associates Broadneck: H&R Block Crofton, Gambrills: Hugh Blocker & Associates Edgewater-Davidsonville: Jackson Hewitt Tax Services Glen Burnie: Andrew G. Hosse & Co. Odenton-Severn: Stone Circle Associates LLC Pasadena: (tie) H&R Block and Liberty Tax Services Severna Park: Gardiner & Appel Group Vote on Monday for the best place in the county to buy sporting goods. Last week: Readers' Choice: Best Sandwiches in Anne Arundel

JH

12:47 pm on Monday, April 9, 2012

Taxes are way too high now in Maryland. Need to bring spending in line with revenue and stop the waste. Too many freeloaders on Maryland Medicaid and too much fraud. And too many households pay zero when it comes to income taxes. Pay your own way and be a responsible citizen.   more ›

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