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TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis and happy Juneteenth. If you’ve got the day off, snooze the alarm for me. For those about to grind, we salute you.

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon

Naptown Scoop is turning 3

Every year that Naptown Scoop doesn’t run out of money and shut down, we have a party. It’s worth celebrating. About 600,000 businesses fail or close every year.

But we don’t just celebrate not failing. We also give back. So we choose a nonprofit every year and donate proceeds from ticket sales and amazing sponsors like our title sponsor, Brad Kappel. This year we’ve chosen Charting Careers, a local nonprofit breaking the cycle of poverty one kid at a time.

Naptown Scoop’s third anniversary party is August 18 at 6:30. Tickets (which sold out for the first two parties) go on sale at 5:30 PM tonight but are available to Super Fans at 10 AM. Click here to become a Super Fan.

SPONSORED BY DODGEBOW ANNAPOLIS

⭐️ 🎯 School's out and DodgeBow Annapolis is in!

Looking for an EPIC summer activity to keep the kids entertained? DodgeBow is the ultimate game that combines dodgeball and archery for non-stop fun using soft-tipped arrows! Let them unleash their competitive spirit and create unforgettable memories at DodgeBow Annapolis.

YOU'RE INVITED to the Grand Opening of DodgeBow Annapolis this Friday, June 23rd, from 4pm to 6pm! 🏹 🔥 

Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of DodgeBow aka archery, dodgeball-style! Limited spots are available, so RSVP TODAY and be part of the action-packed adventure at DodgeBow Annapolis!

THE DIGEST

🎨 Put this next to your Jay Flemings

Kristin Cronic was nervous when she got admitted to the Naval Academy in 2007. But when she found a plebe summer photo series by Pete Souza, she felt like she could handle it. Once plebe summer started, Kristin promised to tell the story her way. 10 years later, she started painting.

Six years later, Kristin has released a 163-page book that’s a must-have on any Annapolis coffee table (especially if you sponsor midshipmen), A Midshipman’s Journey: Plebe to Officer at the United States Naval Academy Through a Graduate’s Eyes and Painter’s Brush.

Someone always has to go first

Severna Park Board of Education member Dana Schallheim believes her work isn’t done. She just announced that she’ll be running to reclaim her seat next year. All seven board seats will be up for election but Dana is the first official hat in the ring so far. ($)

New Director of Social Services

County Executive Steuart Pittman announced Rachael Maconachy as new Director of the Department of Social Services (DSS). Rachael’s been with Anne Arundel DSS for 24 years – starting as an entry-level social worker and most recently serving as assistant director for child welfare. In her new role, Rachael says she’s excited to continue “engaging children, adults, and families in a way that those we serve feel valued.” ✊

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LOCAL BUSINESS

🍎 New school on the block

Dr. Seuss says, “the more you learn, the more places you go.” Roman and Jenny Hardgrave think the places you learn matter too. So they’re starting a new elementary school in September.

The Hardgraves have three kids and run Maryland Curiosity Lab. That experience – which is all about making learning fun – led them to launch Acton Academy Annapolis. Acton Academy is a global network of 270 schools built on Socratic discussion, mixed-age learning, lots of outdoor activities, and a whole bunch of other “alternative” learning methods.

Enrollment is open for this fall. Click here to learn more.

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.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Juneteenth. What’s open, what’s closed?

The parade was Saturday but the federal holiday (created by President Biden in 2021) is today. Before you go to return that library book, read this:

🗑️ County & city curbside trash collection continues as scheduled. WMS facilities are closed.

🔐 City and County offices are closed. So is the Stanton Center, all AACPL branches, and Maryland Hall but not the Pip Moyer Recreation Center.

🎨 Last call: Paint Annapolis

From June 4–11, artists painted outside all around town (through smoke and sweat) for the 22nd annual Paint Annapolis. Your last chance to view those works is Wednesday, 5–7 PM at the Maryland Federation of Art Pop-Up Gallery at 4 Church Circle.

📆 Weekend Preview

🎸 Eastport a Rockin’. Annapolis’ home-grown local music festival. 4 stages. 37 bands. Only $30 if you buy tickets this week. Saturday 6/24 from 11 AM–8 PM.

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

City Council meeting

On the agenda for tomorrow’s City Council meeting:

• Rocky Gorge stop work order

• March on Washington 60th anniversary celebration

• See full agenda

The meeting is Tuesday at 7 PM at City Hall. Use this website to submit testimony or watch online. 160 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401.

County Council meeting

On the agenda for tomorrow’s County Council meeting:

• Should the lease for Wiley H. Bates High School extend to 2097

• How should veterans and their surviving spouses be taxed?

• See full agenda

The meeting is Tuesday at 7 PM at the Arundel Center. Use this website to submit testimony or watch online. 44 Calvert St, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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WEATHER

Monday

83 🌡️ 68 | 🌥️ | 15% | 💨 SE 11 mph (10 knots)

Tuesday

76 🌡️ 66 | 🌧️ | 54% | 💨 ESE 12 mph (10 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Monday

49 West | Carrie Welling | 7:30–9:30 PM
Pirates Cove | Nate Finn | 3–6 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Open Mic Night | 8 PM

Tuesday

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Jimmie Vaughan | 8 PM | Tickets
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM

SPORTS

Captaincy announcements and coaching changes

Navy women’s lacrosse coach Cindy Timchal announced rising seniors Leelee Denton and Katie Golbranson as team captains for next season. Elsewhere, Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk announced Chuck Ristano as the new baseball coach. He has almost 20 years of D1 coaching experience including stints at Notre Dame and Florida State. Chuck steps into the cleats of the retiring Paul Kostacopoulos, the second-winningest coach in Navy baseball history.

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