🍦Always Ice Cream Soft Opening

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Why go to the movies when Apple just announced that if you and a friend both have a $3,500 Apple Vision Pro, you can sit next to each other and watch the same movie? Can we bring back drive-ins, please?

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Taste of Arundel Grown

• Freebies for the Family

• Rotary Crab Feast Tickets

Let’s get to it.

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

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THE DIGEST

Get your tix for the Rotary Crab Feast 🦀

Pass the Old Bay, this Crab Feast is 80. The Annapolis Rotary Club’s signature event, now in its 80th year, draws over 1,000 crab crackin’ guests every summer. It’s said to be the largest crab feast in the world. And it’s coming up on August 1 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Tickets go on sale this weekend with early bird pricing, which gets you access to all-you-can-eat crabs and barbecue, corn on the cob, and other Maryland favorites. All proceeds support local nonprofits and charities through the Rotary’s grant program. So set a reminder for Sunday and get your tickets.

P.S. Craving your claws in comfort? Let’s talk perks. Reserved seating ($125 individual/$1,500 table) is self-explanatory but you also get to enter through a special gate. And for the real top-shelf option, there’s VIP $180 individual/$1,800 table) with a private dining area, table service, and wine.

2025 Annapolis to Newport Race ⛵

The unfortunate fact about sailboat racing is that not all races involve riding the rails, getting your hat blown off your head when the big puff hits. Some races involve reading your Kindle, or thinking about how water sometimes looks exactly like glass. In your spare time, you might write letters to race organizers advocating for the use of oars.

That’s a bit like how the Annapolis to Newport Race started this year. A dramatic storm system delayed the start and got everyone wet and stinky. Then race organizers were forced to delay again when the breeze refused to come back. When it finally did, 34 boats in three classes were sent down the Bay in conditions that might be called “whimpering,” with the majority of the fleet averaging between two and three knots overnight. However, once they crawled out of the Chesapeake, Atlantic breeze came through and the fleet began making its way up the seaboard.

As of press time, in first place overall is Temptation/Oakcliff, a speedy JV 66 with 20 crewmembers onboard. Temptation/Oakcliff is unique in that she’s part of the Oakcliff Sailing program, a training center aimed at developing the offshore sailing skills of American youth. Temptation/Oakcliff is skippered by Art Santry, who is sailing with a mixed crew of Oakcliff sailors, seasoned old salts, and sailing legend Gary Jobson. Hopefully, Gary had some inspirational stories from his days of America’s Cup racing to keep the kids hyped during the slogs.

You can track the whole fleet here, and keep track of your friends and rivals through results posted at YachtScoring.

Freebies for the Family 💸

Miss out on free donuts last Friday? 🍩 Here’s more free family fun coming up.

🌮 JCPenney Father’s Day Gifts: PSA: We need to TACO ‘bout Father’s Day, which is Sunday, btw. On June 14 from 11 AM–noon, kids can make a taco keychain and card for dad. While you're there, snag a polo or swim trunks for dear old dad with 10% off. 🛍️

🛠️ Lowe’s Free Door Knocker Build: Mini Builders can create their own door knocker and learn construction basics on June 21 from 10 AM–1 PM. Warning: this new personal touch to their bedroom door means parents must knock. We don’t make the rules. 🚪 Choose your store and time slot.

🛠️ The Home Depot Kids Workshops: Little DIYers welcome the first Saturday of every month from 9 AM to noon. July’s craft is a Toucan Mobile. Can’t make it? Grab a kit to go. Pro tip: arrive close to 9 AM — kits go fast. Register.

🎥 Regal’s Summer Movie Express: Ok, not quite free . . . but $1 movies are pretty close. From June 10 to August 6, get $1 Summer Movie Express tickets to the first show on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Find your theater and showtime.

Our closest Regal theater is Waugh Chapel in Gambrills. Which isn’t exactly in Annapolis but sometimes we make exceptions for stuff like dollar movies.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Ribbon Cutting Celebrating the "Soft" Opening of Always Ice Cream 🍦✂️ 🎀

Some businesses are worth melting for. Always Ice Cream is one of them. And, this is not a drill — their Severna Park location at 600 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard is finally opening! Scoop up the fun at the soft opening this Friday, June 13 and sample some of their drool-worthy flavors. We’re personally willing to taste test all 200+ flavors. The ribbon cutting is at noon. Don’t forget to sprinkle the love and congratulate the Cohen brothers on their 7th location.

Fun fact: On the first day Naptown Scoop ever posted anything, Always co-owner Mark Cohen thought we were a competing ice cream shop. Almost 5 years later, we’re still friends.

Chaney Enterprises moves HQ to Annapolis 🧱

Chaney Enterprises has cemented its presence in the Annapolis area by moving its corporate headquarters to a newly renovated four-story building at 2661 Riva Road. The move from the company’s previous headquarters in Gambrills signals growth and plans for further expansion, including plans for being an active and supportive partner in the Annapolis community.

🔍 Chaney Enterprises is a massive concrete, sand, stone, and gravel company with over 100 concrete plants. Eugene “Babe” Chaney founded the company with a single truck in 1962. His grandson Francis Hall Chaney III runs the company today.

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.

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A Financial Planning Tip All Federal Employees (and Military Personnel) Should Know

Employer-sponsored retirement plans are among the most useful financial tools for professionals. Private corporations may get the most attention, but members of the military and federal government employees have access to one of the strongest retirement plans around: The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).

A TSP is different than your typical 401(k), so it’s wise to get TSP advice from a financial advisor that fully understands them. Scarborough Capital Management is one of these firms. We are located in Annapolis and have helped people with their TSPs for more than 30 years. If you have questions about your TSP, we can help.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Theater Talk Tuesday 🎭

There’s nothing on the calendar this weekend, but there are plenty of shows set to open soon . . .

👠 Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre presents The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Opening June 26. The Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre season continues with this bawdy but wholesome crowd-pleaser. Don’t be intimidated by the name.

👫 Classic Theatre of Maryland presents Much Ado About Nothing Opening July 10. This Shakespeare comedy always delights with its enemies-to-lovers storyline full of wit, wordplay, and miscommunication.

🕳️ Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre presents Groundhog Day Opening July 31. ASGT closes out its season with this musical adaptation of the classic comedy about a weatherman forced to relive Feb. 2 on repeat.

🪦 Talent Machine presents The Addams Family Opening July 11. Teens ages 14–18 perform this madcap musical featuring everyone’s favorite kooky and spooky family.

🎩 Auditions for An Ideal Husband June 15–16. Colonial Players holds open auditions for this witty Oscar Wilde comedy to open its upcoming season.

💕 Auditions for Pride and Prejudice Through June 27. Submit a video monologue to be considered for Compass Rose Theater’s adaptation of this Jane Austen classic.

Concert Cruise: Paddle to Tides & Tunes 🌊 🎶

How does one make a grand entrance to Tides & Tunes? By paddling, of course! Glide over to the Annapolis Maritime Museum’s (AMM) summer concert series on Thursday, June 12 from 6–8:30 PM. Enjoy live music from Scoop fav Dublin 5 and others from the water which is way less crowded than watching on land. Cost: $60. Launch location: Annapolis Maritime Museum Park Campus. Reserve your spot.

Spring Fest & outdoor movies at Annapolis Town Center

Annapolis Town Center’s Spring Fest happens this Saturday, with lots of fun crafts, games, and treats for the kids. And for those adults and kids alike who can stay up after dark, the fun continues with a movie under the stars. What’s showing? The Parent Trap (1998 version) at 7:30 PM. It’s a fun event that everyone in your family will enjoy, and best of all: there’s no cost to attend. 5 PM to 9:30 at the Boat House Pavilion at ATC.

Save the date: A Taste of Arundel Grown

Are you pretend best friends with your CSA? Do you have an app that tells you what local produce is in season? If so, you need to check out A Taste of Arundel Grown, Arundel Ag’s annual event that celebrates local farmers and watermen by showcasing their seasonal harvests. This year, Bread and Butter Kitchen will be cooking a farm-to-table feast for attendees, with a menu focused specifically on Anne Arundel crops. Our county’s beer and wine producers will also be on hand, as well as local musicians. August will be here before you know it, so get your ticket now. August 6, 5:30–7:30 PM at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville.

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WEATHER

Tuesday

80 🌡️ 66 | ⛅ | 24% | 💨 WSW 8 mph (7 knots)

Wednesday

82 🌡️ 66 | ☀️ | 4% | WSW 8 mph (7 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 72ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Tuesday

49 West |Seth Mitchell Band w/ Justin Trawick | 7–9:30 PM
Pirates Cove | Josee Molavi Duo | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Mountain Grass Unit | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Callum Toner | 6 PM

Wednesday

49 West | Pam & Paula Classical Duo | 5–7 PM
49 West | Songbird Collective | 7:30–10 PM
Brian Boru | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
Dinner Under The Stars | Timmie, Tambo and Erich | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Middleton Tavern | Michael K | 6-9 PM
Pirates Cove | Chris Diller | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Mike Love | 8 PM | Tickets
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Adan Forbes | 9 PM

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