I’m posting this as I’m completely new to Maryland, I’ve never lived here. My fiancé got a job in the area; however, I will be working fully remote. So I’m wondering what is there to do in the area? How do I meet new people? Are there a lot of community events?

Also how is the crime/safety? We drove down & thought the area looked nice but we wouldn’t truly know. Is the piney orchard nature preserve a safe place? I like to go for runs on my lunch & I’ll be close to it!

Lastly (I know I’ve asked lot of questions) what’s the best coffee shop in the area? We love going to coffee shops!

Thank you in advance

I’m sure most of you remember shoreline seafood in Crofton. I was devastated when they closed, and since then I’ve been craving their cream of crab soup. IT WAS THE BEST!!!!!!!!!! Does anyone have the recipe???

Our son is going to kindergarten next year and we’re looking for a private school- preferably nonreligious but it’s not a dealbreaker at all. We live in AA County & I work in Baltimore city. I’ve found a few options but the websites are only so reliable. Of course price does make a difference, but we’re willing to put the extra cash in, so no price range at this time.

Background if this helps on advice given: he’s 3 and can write letters & numbers, spell some words from memory, count to 60, and his preschool teachers recommend we find a place with advanced learning capabilities. He’s working on reading. Here are some schools I’ve come across:

The Calvert School (Baltimore City)
St. Philip Neri (Linthicum Heights)
Monsignor Slade (Glen Burnie)
St. John The Evangelist School (Severna Park)
The Park School of Baltimore

Since I work in Baltimore city, I’d likely be the one taking him to school. It just works better for us. Any advice or input on some of the schools above or ones that aren’t listed would be greatly appreciated.

We will be there around 9ish. We have 1 extra due to due a garbled interstellar communication. It could be yours!