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Naptown Scoop
March 13, 2025
TOGETHER WITH
Good morning, Annapolis. In an unprecedented move, we’re revealing the vote totals of the current Mutt Madness round. It’s the last day of the semifinals and we’re feeling spicy. May the cutest pup win 🐶
In today’s Naptown Scoop:
9 gorgeous wedding venues
Baygrass Festival lineup
Anne Arundel’s police shortage
Let’s get to it.
— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Duffy Perkins, & Ryan Sneddon
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THE DIGEST
It’s the final day for semifinal voting in Mutt Madness!
After five rounds of adorable puppies, we are emotionally spent. If we were a dog toy, we would have no eyes, ears, stuffing, or squeaker left. These dogs are all too cute. It’s impossible to choose. But choose we must! Vote now, and help decide who will wear the rawhide crown of glory as the Cutest Pup in Annapolis. And may the wiggliest butt win!
Chief Awad remains hopeful despite officer shortage 🚓
We’ve got good news and bad news. On one hand, Anne Arundel PD is short on officers — there are 51 vacancies, even though the county budgets for 809, and even though there should be as many as 1,200, according to the Fraternal Order of Police and County Executive Steuart Pittman.
But the good news is that Chief Amal Awad has hope based on increased recruitment with a 70% rise in applicants over the last two recruiting classes, likely thanks to a boost in starting salaries. Plus, there’s a new preparation program to help applicants meet the physical tests required, and onboarding is now 9 months instead of 6. ($)
Severn River Watershed receives state grant
The Severn River is getting some extra attention! After being selected for the Whole Watershed Act, a state initiative aimed at improving water quality around Maryland, the Severn River watershed will receive $2 million in funding to implement conservation and reduce pollution over the next five years. Both the City of Annapolis and the County are matching Whole Watershed’s contribution, bringing a cleaner Bay that much closer to reality.
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LOCAL BUSINESS
Here Comes the Bride: Annapolis Area Wedding Venues 👰♀️
Planning a wedding? We’re here to help you “say yes!” to your perfect wedding venue. That’s how it goes, right? JK, we know it’s “say yes to the dress”. 😉
Anyway, we’re sharing our top waterfront views, historical options, and nature vibes from the Annapolis area. Find out how many guests you can fit, the biggest dance floor, amenities, and so much more. Lauren even shamelessly spills her favorite venue . . .
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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’
Weekend Preview: St. Patrick’s Edition ☘️
Top of the morning to ya! Even though we already had our parade, there are four days til St. Patrick’s Day. Here’s how to get your green on 💚
Friday
🎸St. Patrick’s Day Parking Lot Party: The lads at Stan and Joe’s celebrate their favorite month with a party in the parking lot, starting at 11:30 AM. Catch the Leftovers from 3–7 PM and MR VCR at 9:45 PM inside. We’d wager you’ll hear ‘em outside too! — 37 West St.
🇮🇪 Galway Bay: Begin your live music bender on Friday and continue dancing through Monday. Catch Mike Tony Scoglio Duo from 7-10 PM at 63 Maryland Ave. See the full music lineup.
Saturday
🍻St. Patrick's Day Tent Party: Fancy a green pint or Paddy’s Punch? Head to Rams Head Tavern (33 West St.) for a day of music, merriment, and drink specials. Tunes by Nate Finn (12–3 PM) and Loose Ties (3:30–6:30 PM) will keep the spirits high. Sláinte!
Weekend Preview: Regular Edition 🗓️
It’s a relatively quiet weekend around Annapolis, but don’t worry — the winter doldrums won’t last much longer. With warmer weather coming, we’re going to see many more events, activities, and reasons to get out in the community. For now, here’s what you can mark on your calendar:
🎭 Celebrate Mardi Gras with Live Arts Maryland on Saturday from 7–10 PM, when the company’s studio at the Annapolis Mall will have music, dancing, refreshments, a live auction, and raffles.
🎨 The Annapolis Watercolor Club recently turned 50 years old, and this weekend is the last chance to see the first of several anniversary exhibits this year. The gallery at Annapolis Maritime Museum is open 10 AM – 3 PM today, Saturday, and Sunday.
📚Books for International Goodwill, a project of the Parole Rotary, has its latest secondhand book sale this weekend, with shopping hours 3–5 PM Friday and 8 AM – 2 PM Saturday.
Baygrass Music Festival lineup
In just three years, the Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival has gained a reputation as one of the best music festivals not just in Annapolis, but on the Eastern Seaboard. Just announced, the lineup features Greensky Bluegrass, Railroad Earth, the Kitchen Dwellers, and many more national and local acts. This year’s festival celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead and their influence on “jamgrass” culture, and many performers have close connections to both the Dead and Phish. Two-day and VIP tickets are on sale now. Sept. 20–21 at Sandy Point State Park.
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
WEATHER
Thursday
53 🌡️ 41 | ☁️ | 19% | ENE 18 mph (16 knots)
Friday
54 🌡️ 43 | ⛅ | 10% | 💨 E 7 mph (6 knots)
💧🌡️ Water temperature = 44ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication
LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN
Thursday
49 West | The Annapolis Round Up | 7:30–10:30 PM
Brian Boru | Anton Tuvelman | 6:30–9:30 PM
Dark Horse | Crispy Boiz | 9 PM
Killarney House | Ray Weaver | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Lachy Doley | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Ramshead Tavern | Emily & Chris | 4:30 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Friday
49 West | Jeff Muller & Friends | 7:30 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | Mixed Business | 8:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4–7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Sister Midnight | 9–12 PM
Brian Boru | Poehemia | 7–10 PM
The Choptank | Kieran Lally | 8 PM
Galway Bay | Mike Tony Scoglio Duo | 7–10 PM
Killarney House | Pete Best | 7:30–10:30 PM
The Lodge | Andrew Bell | 8–11 PM
Middleton Tavern | Moon Cherry | 10 PM
Old Stein | Alexander Peters | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Ray Weaver | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Cowboy Mouth w/ Jacob Panic | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Scott Voorhees | 8 PM
Ramshead Tavern | Chris Sacks | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Shiftwork | 7 PM
Severna Park | Kevin Pollack & Doghouse Blue | 8 PM
Navy men's basketball has upset its way to the championship game of the Patriot League Tournament. Fifth-seeded Navy went on the road to knock off No. 4 Boston University last Thursday and top-seeded Bucknell on Sunday. Navy now travels to Washington D.C. to meet No. 2 American at Bender Arena with an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament on the line. Navy men's basketball radio play-by-play announcer Matt Sabados joins the pod to discuss the Midshipmen's impressive postseason run. We are also joined by Navy men's lacrosse insider Eddie McKinnon. Listen.
Editor’s note: Despite Navy’s valiant effort, the Midshipmen couldn’t get it done. American prevailed 74-50.
Past results
Baseball (6-9)
3/12 @ Fordham | W 11-7
Men's Basketball (15-18)
3/12 @ American | 7 PM
Women's Lacrosse (5-3)
3/12 @ Florida | L 14-13
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