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🍦Could Annapolis have a charter school?

🍦Could Annapolis have a charter school?

High adrenaline ribbon cutting, the party so popular you can only buy 4 tickets...

Naptown Scoop
June 21, 2023

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. For today’s into, an unedited haiku about Annapolis from ChatGPT:

Whispered winds caress,
Chesapeake's pearl, Annapolis,
Sailors' dreams take flight.

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon

The party so popular you can only buy 4 tickets

Every year that passes where I don’t throw in the towel and get a “real” job, Naptown Scoop hosts a party. We get our best advertisers (like Brad Kappel) to sponsor it. We hire Ken’s Creative Kitchen to cook amazing food. And then we donate whatever money is leftover from ticket sales to an awesome nonprofit.

This year we’re donating to Charting Careers, a nonprofit breaking the cycle of poverty one kid at a time.

Tickets went on sale Monday and we sold so many the first day that I decided to limit orders to four tickets so everyone has a chance to come. The party’s August 18 from 6:30–9:30 PM. Click here to get tickets.

SOLD: Over list price. 8 days on market.

There’s no denying it. The real estate market is slowing a bit. Homes aren’t selling after 2 hours on the market with 16 offers – no contingencies, 25% over asking price, and a no-cost leaseback for 6 months. That’s ridiculous. But the right agents are still moving homes seriously fast.

Take the above home – a beautiful 6,700-square-foot estate on the South River. Brad Kappel sold it for over asking price in just 8 days. The buyer came from out of town looking for the coveted Annapolis lifestyle we know and love. And that’s the secret.

If you’re selling waterfront property in Annapolis, it’s imperative to cast a wide net to reach those affluent out-of-towners seeking the good life in Annapolis. Brad Kappel’s industry-leading marketing reaches those buyers like nobody else. Contact Brad to Make Your Move today.

THE DIGEST

🥓 What does Kevin Bacon do between shows?

In case you missed it, Kevin Bacon and his brother, Michael, did double double duty at Rams Head last weekend. Double double duty meaning two shows a day on Friday and Saturday. And while the Bacons could do whatever they want between shows (like rank Annapolis’ best breakfast restaurants), they chose to plant native plants at Broad Creek Park with the Arundel Rivers Federation instead.

🏫 Charter school in Annapolis?

It isn’t often we write about new schools in Anne Arundel. Yet here we are writing about 2 in the same week! Former teacher Romy Pittman hopes to start a charter school called New Village Academy in the fall of 2024. If approved, the public, tuition-free school will value hands-on experience over traditional classroom time; each student will complete 150 hours of internships every year and be able to design their own career path — including some not available at county vocational schools. ($)

New leadership at St. John’s College

Two new deans are starting at St. John’s this summer. Susan Paalman will serve as the school’s new dean of students, effective July 1. Brendan Boyle is the new associate dean for graduate programs; he started work on June 1. Neither is new to the Annapolis campus. Susan’s been teaching at SJC since 1997 and Brendan’s been on the faculty since 2013. Deans at SJC serve four or five-year terms before cycling back into other roles or maybe heading on sabbatical.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

🏹 🎯 DodgeBow Ribbon Cutting

This is a bold claim but I think it’s a safe one. The highest-adrenaline new business in town is holding its ribbon cutting this week. It’s called DodgeBow and it’s a combination of archery and dodgeball. Kids love it. Adults love it. Everyone loves it. Come see why for yourself and bring the kids to DodgeBow Annapolis’ grand opening and ribbon cutting from 4–6 PM this Friday. Space is limited and includes free gameplay so hurry and reserve your spot!

P.S. You’re gonna love the owner, Louben. He’s the human Energizer bunny.

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.

Calgon, take me away. . . .

Who remembers those commercials where bubble baths could transport you to a relaxing oasis? Creative Spaces clients ask for something similar. They desire a spa-like retreat as their home — a place to relax and escape the outside world. Are you seeking solitude? Call Creative Spaces to see how they can bring the spa to you.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

🌟 Dinner Under the Stars

The street shutdown you can get behind. Wednesday’s Dinner Under the Stars features outdoor dining at your favorite West Street restaurants, live music from Them Crazy Maracas, and pickleball. 6–10 PM, West Street and Calvert Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

🏈 Save the Date: Navy Football Fan Fest

It may be summer now but we’ll be back at Navy football games before long. Starting with one thousands of miles away in Ireland. Navy Football Fan Fest – where players sign autographs and talk to fans and kids get to play on the field at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium is Saturday, July 29 from 10 AM–12 PM. Mark your calendars and arrive early. The first 250 kids get a free t-shirt. Fan Fest is free but parking at the stadium will be $10.

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.

CIVIL NEWS

Annapolis names acting public works director

City Manager Michael Mallinoff named Burr Vogel Acting Director of the public works department this week. Burr will move into his new office after longtime director and former city manager David Jarrell retires on June 30. Burr’s worked for the city since November 2022. He is a licensed professional engineer who has held numerous similar roles in both the public and private sectors. City Manager Mallinoff will work with Mayor Gavin Buckley to name a permanent replacement soon.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

St. Michaels by boat ⛴️

Most people can’t cruise to St. Michaels. Even if you do own a boat, it’s a heck of a ride – almost 30 miles! Why not let Watermark take the wheel on a big, comfortable boat. Ashore in St. Michaels, you can enjoy local seafood like oysters and rockfish or simply stroll the historic streets. Watermark’s Day on the Bay to St. Michaels sets sail every Saturday and select weekdays throughout the summer. Reserve your spot today!*

Imagine winning a Bucket List Trip

Take your tastebuds on a culinary adventure in Canada. Embark on a pilgrimage to Music City – Nashville, TN. Gaze at the majestic Northern Lights in Iceland. Unwind on a pearly white Caribbean shore. Or unleash your inner pro golfer. It’s the 25th Anniversary of Arts Alive! at Maryland Hall. Celebrate by buying a raffle ticket and you could be choosing which of those bucket list trips you want to take. Drawing occurs at Arts Alive! on 9/8/2023.*

*indicates sponsored advertising content.

WEATHER

Wednesday

70 🌡️ 64 | 🌧️ | 68% | 💨 ENE 18 mph (15 knots)

Thursday

73 🌡️ 70 | 🌧️ | 75% | 💨 ENE 13 mph (11 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Wednesday

Thursday

SPORTS

⚽ Annapolis Blues continue to dominate in the stands and on the pitch

Did somebody piss off the Annapolis Blues? If so, keep doing whatever you’re doing. With last weekend’s 6–1 victory over Grove United FC, the Blues have now scored 3 or more goals in 5 of their 6 games. I’m getting a little sick of that goal song. . . . Just kidding. I’m never sick of winning.

Attendance has also been excellent. After we set the NPSL record for attendance at the Blues first game, haters said it wouldn’t last. Well it turns out Annapolis really likes soccer because with 7,208 fans on Father’s Day, the Blues now claim 3 of the top 4 most-attended regular season games in NPSL history. And all in their inaugural season.

The next home game is Saturday, July 1 at 7 PM against Northern Virginia United. Get tickets.

🏊‍♀️ Navy’s new diving coach

Naval Academy athletic director Chet Gladchuk announced Tim Fisher as Navy’s new associate head coach for diving this week. Former coach Rich MacDonald resigned in March after being arrested for assault charges following a domestic incident involving his wife. Through his involvement at several local dive clubs, Tim Fisher has sent over 100 divers on to NCAA D1 programs. One thing we won’t hold against him . . . Tim served in the army from 1991–1997. Just kidding. Thanks for your service, Tim, and welcome to Annapolis!

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🍦Could Annapolis have a charter school?

High adrenaline ribbon cutting, the party so popular you can only buy 4 tickets...

TOGETHER WITH

The party so popular you can only buy 4 tickets

SPONSORED BY BRAD KAPPEL, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, TTR SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

SOLD: Over list price. 8 days on market.

THE DIGEST

🥓 What does Kevin Bacon do between shows?

🏫 Charter school in Annapolis?

New leadership at St. John’s College

#NAPTOWNSCOOP

LOCAL BUSINESS

🏹 🎯 DodgeBow Ribbon Cutting

SPONSORED BY CREATIVE SPACES REMODELING

Calgon, take me away. . . .

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

🌟 Dinner Under the Stars

🏈 Save the Date: Navy Football Fan Fest

CIVIL NEWS

Annapolis names acting public works director

EXTRA SPRINKLES

St. Michaels by boat ⛴️

Imagine winning a Bucket List Trip

WEATHER

Wednesday

Thursday

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Wednesday

Thursday

SPORTS

⚽ Annapolis Blues continue to dominate in the stands and on the pitch

🏊‍♀️ Navy’s new diving coach

THANKS!