Severna, Maryland

Severna, located in the central area of Anne Arundel County, shares much of the county's 447 miles of shoreline, furnishing waterfront living to many residential communities. The waters of the Chesapeake Bay, Severn River and Magothy River offer not only a bountiful supply of seafood but also a beautiful setting for sailing, fishing, crabbing and waterfowl hunting.

Regional village centers, with thriving local businesses, offer residents close-to-home shopping. One of the attractions to this area is the pleasure of shopping in Severna. Antique lovers can browse through charming and elegant shops where a treasure of collectibles abound.

The population in Severna continues to grow and is estimated to be 34,486 by the year 2000. It is primarily a community of single-family homes with ninety four percent of housing single family detached and ninety percent being owner-occupied. Innumerable learning opportunities for people of all ages and interests are available through the county's public schools, independent and parochial schools, and Anne Arundel Community College. The county's public school curriculum includes programs in computer learning, fine arts, gifted and talented, vocational and special education.