🍦Chet Gladchuk's retiring

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Good morning, Annapolis. You know it’s warming up when you read the words “Garden theatre” and “Bike to Work” in the same Scoop.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Anne Arundel economic check-in

• Anonymous City Dock lawsuit

• Bike to Work Week 2025

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Duffy Perkins, & Ryan Sneddon

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THE DIGEST

Chesapeake Chapters: Mothers of Boys Survival Guide 📖

Huddle up, boy moms! Arnold author Suzy Shaw’s new self-help book, Mothers of Boys Survival Guide: Funny Adventures and Tested Advice on Raising Happy, Independent Boys, delivers laugh-out-loud stories and practical tips. Suzy shares relatable experiences raising her son s—nicknamed Earnest and Exuberance — while navigating the wild world of boyhood. Even girl moms will find useful tips in this quick read under 180 pages because, let’s be real, moms are BUSY.

🔗 Check out our first in-depth book review to see why Suzy’s book is a must-read — plus, get the scoop on her accompanying podcast.

Judge rules Annapolis’ City Dock construction can proceed

Anne Arundel Circuit Court Judge Michael Malone rejected the anonymous lawsuit that’s been delaying Annapolis’ plans for City Dock. The lawsuit stalling the $100 million infrastructure project alleged that the Historic Preservation Commission didn’t follow the rules. Judge Malone says it did. So, time to bust out the backhoes and get started right? Well, maybe. . .

Historic Annapolis has a pending lawsuit against the project, mainly the new Maritime Welcome Center and its effect on the historic Burtis House. And FEMA still hasn’t approved the $33 million grant that’s critical for the project. The City remains undeterred and plans to start utility work after the Annapolis Sailboat Show in October. ($)

Register now for Bike to Work Week 2025

Bike to Work Week, celebrated annually across the country, is a fun opportunity to experience commuting sans car, and get rewarded for doing it! While you don’t need to be registered to participate, signing up enters you to win prizes at over 40 pit stop locations around town. Bike to Work Week runs May 12–18. Sign up now.

Navy AD Chet Gladchuk retiring at the end of spring season

The Naval Academy announced yesterday that longtime athletic director Chet Gladchuk is retiring at the end of the spring semester. But calling Chet a “longtime” athletic director is like calling Jeff Bezos rich. He’s not just the longest tenured AD ever for Navy. He’s the second-longest tenured in the FBS (the top level of college football). Chet’s been at Navy so long there’s only one varsity coach he didn’t hire – women’s soccer’s Carin Gabarra.

In 24-year tenure at Navy, Chet put together quite the highlight reel:

🏆 4 National Championships, 251 conference titles, 12 Commander-in-Chief trophies, and 21 out of 23 Star Series victories
🏟️ $80 million renovation of Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
⚽ Added 6 varsity sports, tying Navy with Stanford and Ohio State for the most in the FBS
🏈 Engineered football’s move to the American Athletic Conference after 134 years of independence

We could write so much more but we don’t have 24 years worth of digital paper so we’ll let Navy’s exceptional in-house media team do the rest.

And for the burning question, who will replace him? The Capital’s Bill Wagner put together a long list. ($)

Fair winds and following seas, Chet. You were always good to us at the Scoop and Anchors Aweigh.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

It’s that time of the month again. Anne Arundel Economic Development Corporation released some key numbers regarding our local economy. Here’s how they compare to last month’s numbers in absolute terms – i.e. if unemployment went from 2.5% to 2.6% we’ll call it a 0.1% increase.

• 37 fewer homes sold

• $48,528 lower average home price

• Commercial vacancy

  • Flex: 0.1% up

  • Industrial: 0.3% down

  • Office: 0.1% up

  • Retail: 0.2% up

• Unemployment

  • Anne Arundel: 0.2% up

  • Maryland: 0.1% down

  • USA: same

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Theater Talk Tuesday 🎭

This week brings an eclectic mix of live performing arts options, from a high school musical to a professional concert. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

📝 St. Mary’s High School presents The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee
This hilarious musical pits a group of high-performing spelling bee competitors against one another as they spell — and sing — their way to victory. The show opens this Friday and runs through April 13.

🎶 Masterworks V at Maryland Hall
Catch the world premiere of the composition Fiesta by Dr. Roydon Tse and featuring the Dali String Quartet, part of Maryland Hall’s Embracing 21st-Century Voices series. The concert runs April 4–5 at 7:30 PM.

🌎 Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra presents An Earth Day Tribute
To spread environmental awareness through the power of music, these vocalists and instrumentalists will perform a lineup of Earth-themed songs on Sunday at 3 PM.

ASGT tickets now on sale 🎟️

There’s a reason Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre tickets sell out quickly: This Annapolis tradition is a summertime staple and high-quality entertainment. And tickets for all 3 summer shows are on sale today, so if you want to make a point of catching a live musical “under the stars” this summer, now’s your chance to choose which show and which evening you’ll see it. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

🌊 Disaster!
This hilarious musical follows an eclectic mix of zany characters aboard a floating casino/disco struck by multiple disasters at once, including earthquakes, tidal waves, and an inferno, all set to the sound of hit ‘70s songs.
May 22–June 14

👠 The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Equal parts bawdy and wholesome, this classic musical centers on a 19th century cozy bordello frequented by men of all statures that becomes the focus of a puritanical TV reporter bent on exposing it.
June 26–July 19

🕳️ Groundhog Day
Based on the ‘80s comedy about a cynical weatherman forced to relive Groundhog Day over and over again, this stage adaptation features upbeat songs by Australian musician Timothy Minchin.
July 31–August 31

What’s it like to see a show “under the stars”? Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre is unique because it’s an open-air venue right at City Dock (you’ve probably walked past and not even realized it’s there). But behind the brick exterior that fits so inconspicuously with the rest of the historic district is an outdoor theater where most audiences make a point of coming year after year. If you can’t choose just one show, or you don’t know which date works for you, the best bet is to buy a 2025 season ticket.

PlayAnnapolis 2nd Annual Sports Fair 🏀🏑🏐🩰🎾

“We're gonna try it on. See if it fits. It might not. Then again, it might be a very flattering silhouette. I might wear it right out of the store." – Ted Lasso

Coach Lasso knows the importance of trying new things. So does PlayAnnapolis, which represents 18 nonprofit orgs serving Annapolis youth. Their second annual Sports Fair is Friday, April 4, 4–6 PM at the Boys & Girls Club Turf field (121 S Villa Ave., Annapolis). This FREE community event brings sports, 20+ exhibitors, fun, and prizes like Annapolis Blues tickets and sports gear. Try volleyball, basketball, field hockey, tennis, and dance. Meet local teams and explore registration and financial aid options. Plus, enjoy a free healthy dinner, snacks, and Kona Ice!

Don’t sit this out — register now!

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CIVIL NEWS

BOE Meeting 🍎

Tomorrow’s (4/2) Board of Ed meeting at noon will cover ✌️ major updates:

1. Structures for social-emotional learning and wellness instruction at all levels

2. A new long-range facilities study shaping school construction for the next decade

The meeting is open to the public in the Parham Building’s Board Room at 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis. Check out the full agenda. The Board will hear public comment from up to 10 speakers per agenda item and 10 speakers on non-agenda items. Learn more.

Can’t make it? Watch the meeting’s general session live on AACPS-TV or AACPS’ YouTube channel.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Thank you to everyone who made our ball such a success!

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WEATHER

Tuesday

57 🌡️ 41 | ☀️ | 2% | 💨 NNW 15 mph (17 knots)

Wednesday

57 🌡️ 50 | ⛅ | 1% | ESE 15 mph (13 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 53ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Tuesday

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
The Point | Dan Haas | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Tyler Hilton & Kate Voegele w/ Jesse Ruben | 8 PM | Tickets

Wednesday

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends | 5–7 PM
Brian Boru | Aaron Hawkins | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Pirate Cove | Loose Change | 6–9 PM
The Point | Jordan/Pressing Strings | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Chris Knight w/ Justin Baker | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Mike Heuer | 4:30 PM

NAVY SPORTS

Upcoming games

Baseball (15-13)
4/2 vs. Maryland Eastern Shore | 5 PM

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