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Market House owes back rent, cargo ship rescue, Bay Paddle...

Naptown Scoop
July 21, 2023

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Work should be illegal on Fridays during the summer. Who’s with me?

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Annapolis Blues head to next round of playoffs
Farmers’ market roundup
Lots of live music

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon

P.S. Happy birthday to Jamie Regan and Alyson Figlioli!

Wheels for Schools 🛞

Calling all car enthusiasts for a fun day! On August 13th, Westfield is hosting a Cars & Coffee event to support Anne Arundel County Public Schools.

Join in from 9–11 AM in the former Sears Auto parking lot at Westfield Annapolis. There will be jaw-dropping cars from Mid-Atlantic Venom Mustangs & Muscle Cars Club, delicious coffee, food trucks, a DJ, and plenty of activities and entertainment!

What’s better than a few hours of good times, groovy cars, and memories you’ll remember for years? Well . . . that, but all while helping more children get a better education!

Registration is free, but donations to AACPS make a big difference! Come join us for a wonderful morning and help support a great cause.

THE DIGEST

⚽ Blues head to ‘Joisey for semifinals

The Annapolis Blues head to New Jersey today (7/21) to play West Chester United in the East Region semifinals. If they win, they play Saturday (7/22) in the East Region final. Kickoff is 4 PM at the Montclair State University soccer park. Tickets are $10 for adults 17+ or $5 for kids under 16.

If driving 216 miles (or any miles on the NJ Turnpike) isn’t your jam, you can watch the live stream from home. Or join a watch party at Forward Brewing or Heroes Pub, streaming live at 4 PM.

What happens when someone on a cargo ship in the bay gets hurt?

Falling from a ladder is no fun under normal circumstances. Falling from a ladder when you’re in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay . . . extra not fun. That happened Monday to a cargo ship worker who fell 10 feet, kicking off an epic water rescue. A helicopter lowered a flight paramedic to the ship, who secured the sailor to a backboard and hoisted him into the chopper. Hats off to the rescue workers. We wish the worker a speedy recovery!

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Main Street mornings

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LOCAL BUSINESS

🍰 Sweet Hearts Patisserie grand opening

Eating a macaron is easy. Making a macaron? Not so much. So much so that mixing the batter has its own word: macaronage.

Sweet Hearts Patisserie, home of more fancy words we can’t say, has a new space. The grand reopening is Saturday 8 AM–4 PM with free samples, raffles, and the best macaroons this side of the Champs-Élysées. The first 50 customers receive a complimentary slice of cake. 1410 Forest Drive, Annapolis, MD Suites 11 & 12.

Market House begins paying back rent to city

Context: When it came time to renew Market House’s lease earlier this month, it became clear that the operators of Market House hadn’t provided financial reports to the city and therefore hadn’t paid performance-based rent. If revenue exceeded $1.5 million, they’d owe the landlord (AKA City of Annapolis) 2% of the overage.

The operators are still preparing detailed financial reporting, but they’ve determined they owe about $25k in performance-based rent and have made an initial payment.

Why is this newsworthy? First, Market House is owned by the City of Annapolis. Second, the operating partnership includes Mayor Gavin Buckley’s longtime business partner, Jody Danek. Gavin isn’t involved in the Market House partnership (or the City’s dealings with it for that matter) but it’s brought this under closer scrutiny because. . . politics. ($)

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’

💀 José Guadalupe Posada showcase

You’ve probably seen José Guadalupe Posada’s work and not known it – on Grateful Dead albums, Día de los Muerto posters, tattoos, and more. Today (7/21) through October 1, you can explore the legendary Mexican printmaker’s work in a free showcase at St John’s College at the Mitchell Art Museum. The exhibit opens with a summer picnic at the museum, 5–8 P.M. BYO blanket and meal but leave your spooky skulls at home, please. 💀 60 College Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Weekend staples

🍕🚚 Food Truck Friday. Eat around the world 🌎 (Greek gyro, French crepe, British fish ‘n chips) without leaving the county. 11 trucks take over the Anne Arundel County Farmers Market parking lot for your food marathon. 4–8 PM 7/21 at 275 Harry S Truman Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401.

🎤 Summer Concert at Quiet Waters Park. Naval Academy ensemble Blues and Gold performs classic blues music and modern hits. Admission is free for the concert; bring your own lawn chair or blanket. Saturday (7/22) at 6:30 PM.

🌠 Dinner Under the Stars. Saturday features outdoor dining at your favorite West Street restaurants, dancing, and live music from Rose Moraes Brazilian Connection. Saturday (7/22) from 6–10 PM.

🎸 Art in Public Places Commission Summer Concert Series. Nashville recording artist Jill Fulton and her band bring free blues, country, and soul tunes to City Dock. Sunday at 6 PM.

👨‍🌾 Market roundup

We love our local farmers . . . they’re outstanding in their fields. Before this gets too corny 🌽 , here’s where you can shop local this weekend:

Anne Arundel County Farmers Market. This local staple is celebrating 42 years. Scoop especially loves the morning buns from Makeathe. 7 AM–12 PM Saturday (7/22) | 9 AM–12 PM Sunday (7/23). 275 Harry S. Truman Pkwy Annapolis, MD 21401.

Wildberry Field Market. Almost 50 local businesses and makers pack the field at Wildberry Farm for a charming market Saturday (7/22) from 9 AM–1 PM (rain date: same time Sunday). See the lineup. 1047 Saint Stephens Church Rd, Crownsville, MD 21032.

Farragut Farmers Market. The Farragut Farmers Market at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium continues weekly through August 20. For its second season, the market has more vendors, yoga, live music, and more. Parking at the stadium is free but so is walking or biking. 9 AM–1 PM Sunday (7/23).

Bay Paddle

You don’t usually hear the words “endurance race” and “paddleboard” in the same sentence. Bay Paddle does just that this weekend. It’s a race organized by Chris Hopkinson, the first guy to stand up paddleboard all 200 miles of the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t worry, the Bay Paddle isn’t that far anymore.

This Saturday (7/22), participants race 24 miles (solo or team) or 12 miles (solo) in the paddle-able vessel of their choice – SUP, outrigger canoe, bathtub (JK no bathtubs). Technically this is in Rock Hall not Annapolis but Chris lives in Arnold and it cleans up the Bay so we’re in. Feeling brave? Registration closes Saturday at 11 AM. Not a paddler? Just go to the after-party :)

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CIVIL NEWS

City Council meeting

There’s a City Council meeting on Monday but as of press time, no agenda was available. You’ll find it here when it’s released. The meeting is at 7 PM in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. The public is welcome to attend or watch online. 160 Duke of Gloucester, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

The pain free life 😌

Having pain in places you don't want? Sleepless nights? We all experience it at some point. It’s just part of life, right? Wrong. Anne Arundel Urology just opened a state-of-the-art interventional radiology center in Annapolis. Here they offer non-surgical treatment of enlarged prostates, uterine fibroids, hemorrhoids, and even knee and shoulder pain. General anesthesia isn't required and you'll go home shortly after your procedure. You don't have to live uncomfortably. Click here to learn more.*

Casting Care 🎣

It’s a beautiful day, the sun is out on the Chesapeake Bay, you and your friends on a boat catching fish, and you’re doing it for a good cause? Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it is! Fish For A Cure (F4AC) is a great day of fishing and fundraising for the Cancer Survivorship Program at LHAAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCaris Cancer Institute. Are you hooked? Register today.*

Maritime Beauty on Display ⛵

The Annapolis Maritime Museum is currently hosting an exhibition in collaboration with the Annapolis Marine Art Gallery and The Collection of Dr. George and Joan Schonholtz. The showcase features the works of John M. Barber, Paul Landry, William Stille, and Ben Neill. Experience beautiful paintings of vessels, coastal landscapes, and the Chesapeake Bay in the museum’s Bay Room until November 20th. See you there!*

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WEATHER

Friday

86 🌡️ 70 | ⛈️ | 57% | 💨 NW 9 mph (8 knots)

Saturday

84 🌡️ 70 | ☀️ | 5% | 💨 NNE 8 mph (7 knots)

Sunday

86 🌡️ 72 | ☀️ | 8% | 💨 E 7 mph (6 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

SPORTS

Welcome back, Coach

The Naval Academy announced that Gabby Capuzzi will rejoin the women’s lacrosse coaching staff. Gabby coached for Navy 2015 – 2020 before leaving for Ohio State for three seasons. We knew you’d come around, Gabby!

Navy’s new baseball coach

The Naval Academy announced that Adam Pavkovich will join as assistant coach of men’s baseball. Adam is a former minor league player with a decade of coaching experience at the Division I level.

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🍦Best macaroons this side of Paris

Market House owes back rent, cargo ship rescue, Bay Paddle...

TOGETHER WITH

SPONSORED BY WESTFIELD ANNAPOLIS

Wheels for Schools 🛞

THE DIGEST

⚽ Blues head to ‘Joisey for semifinals

What happens when someone on a cargo ship in the bay gets hurt?

#NAPTOWNSCOOP

Main Street mornings

LOCAL BUSINESS

🍰 Sweet Hearts Patisserie grand opening

Market House begins paying back rent to city

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

💀 José Guadalupe Posada showcase

Weekend staples

👨‍🌾 Market roundup

Bay Paddle

CIVIL NEWS

City Council meeting

EXTRA SPRINKLES

The pain free life 😌

Casting Care 🎣

Maritime Beauty on Display ⛵

WEATHER

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

SPORTS

Welcome back, Coach

Navy’s new baseball coach

THANKS!