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THE DIGEST

It’s on the house

Taking tests isn’t anyone’s idea of fun. So requiring students to pay for tests? That’s cruel and unusual punishment. AACPS agrees and has announced it will again cover certain exam, assessment, and certification costs for high school students for the next school year. See which ones.

Want to give blood last minute?

Like today kinda last minute. One. PT’s mobile blood drive has a few open spots left and since it’s hosted by the Anne Arundel Medical Center, all the blood stays right here in town. Sign up now.

We ❤️ our libraries

Love libraries? So do the 380 people who raised $141,000 at the For the Love of the Library fundraiser on September 22. That chunk o’ change will support 16 branches of AACPL. Did you miss the party? There’s always next year: September 27, 2024.

New episode: Anchors Aweigh Podcast

Episode 10 of our Navy sports focused Anchors Aweigh Podcast is out now. Today’s episode touches football, the Army-Navy Star Series, and Women for Navy Athletics. Click here or listen anywhere podcasts are found.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Boards and bubbly 🧀🍷

After their first classes sold out faster than you can say “prosciutto di Parma,” Cait’s Cheese and The Big Cheese are hosting more charcuterie workshops. You’ll learn the art of charcuterie design, drink some bubbly, and leave with your own board. There are two October workshops (10/17 & 10/30) among others, and everything is holiday-themed! RSVP here. 47 Randall St, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Calm for a cure

This one’s for someone who needs some extra love and pampering. Even Keel Wellness Spa is offering free services to anyone battling cancer. That includes massages, facials, and rooftop yoga. Plus, for every $150 gift card sold in October, $25 goes to the Wellness House and the Ulman Foundation. Free services offered this Sunday only (10/15) at 31 Old Solomons Island Rd #101, Annapolis, MD 21401. Book a service.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

The Ultimate Fall Activity Guide gets even more ultimate

We just added a bunch of new stuff to our Fall activity guide like the Naval Academy’s legendary Halloween concert, fall festivals on West Street and Maryland Avenue, and much more. Check it out!

The Tug approaches

The longest international tug of war over water in the world is just 22 days away. It's Annapolis vs. Eastport in the greatest showdown since Derek Zoolander challenged Hansel to a runway walk-off.

No idea what we’re talking about? About 25 years ago, Annapolis closed the Eastport Bridge for “repairs.” Eastport residents, ever mischievous, promptly “seceded” from Annapolis and declared war. Tug of war that is. . .

On November 4, The Tug returns with 33 tuggers to a team, 2 sides of the creek, and 1 raucous good time had by all. Call it a nostalgic reenactment, a serious battle of strength, or an excuse to day drink. All are correct.

Volunteers, food vendors, and merchants are still needed. And stay tuned as we share more about how you can pull the rope. Since 1997, the tug has raised over half a million dollars for local nonprofits.

Art @ the Park

This weekend! It’s the annual art fest from the Friends of Quiet Waters Park. Don’t miss fabulous art on display, food trucks, and live music. You can’t get more Georges Seurat than that. Saturday (10/14) and Sunday (10/15) 10 AM–4 PM. Regular Quiet Waters Park admission applies: $6 per car.

Location: Visitor and Blue Heron Centers, Formal Garden (between the two centers), and the Heron Statue Patio.

You can’t rain on our parade

. . . Well, you can. But we’ll just change our plans. That’s what happened to Fall Fest at Annapolis Town Center. And it will probably happen to other events this weekend too, so stay vigilant.

Fall Fest is now on Sunday (10/15) from 12–3 PM, not Saturday. Pick your own pumpkin, make s’mores, explore a hay maze, and more. The first 600 kids get a free gift if you donate canned goods to the Food Bank. Fall Fest is free but registration is required.

Day of the Dead @ Maryland Hall

For the fourth year in a row, the City of Annapolis will host a Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead festival at Maryland Hall. It’s a free event packed with outdoor activities, food, local vendors, and special performances. Come early to get a sugar skull face painting! 10/29 4–9 PM outside of Maryland Hall. Learn more.

💀 What’s a sugar skull?! It’s a skull made from sugar that represents a departed soul. Loved ones leave them at graves or altars. You’ll also see them painted on living faces in bright colors during Dia de los Muertos.

Weekend Preview

Annapolis Sailboat Show. Powerboaters had our turn last week. Now it’s time for the sailors to take over downtown Annapolis. Want to charter a Caribbean catamaran, buy a Bay cruiser, or learn how to sail? You must head to the Annapolis Sailboat Show this week. It starts today and runs all weekend long. Check our very unofficial yet highly informative guide.

Wildberry Field Market. Apple cider and pumpkin bread are on the menu! 50+ local vendors pack the field for Wildberry’s beloved market Saturday (10/14) from 9 AM–1 PM. ☂️ Rain date (which is probably gonna be important): same time on Sunday. See the vendor lineup. 1047 Saint Stephens Church Rd, Crownsville, MD 21032.

DragonFest. This free street festival from Annapolis Dragon Boat Club kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month with music, food, raffles, and an online auction. Saturday (10/14) 12–4 PM at Pier 4 Marina in Eastport. ☂️ Check here for weather updates.

Mayor’s Cup. The Drug-Free All Stars play weekly at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center. But on Saturday (10/14) they’ll play a special game to support the Recovery Awareness Foundation. There will be food trucks on site, activities for all ages, and free basketball and soccer clinics hosted by the Annapolis Blues. 11 AM–5 PM at Pip Moyer – 73 Hilltop Ln, Annapolis, MD 21403.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Support your locals 🦜

Annapolis wouldn’t be Naptown without the beautiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay. And that’s exactly what Pirate’s Treasure Art, a new local art business, celebrates. String art, resin art, paintings – Pirate’s Treasure Art has it all! Pieces will be displayed at upcoming events like the First Sunday Arts Festival, Chesapeake HS, and Broadneck HS Craft Bazaar, as well as regularly at Evelyn’s in West Annapolis. Find your new favorite decoration.*

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WEATHER

Thursday

72 🌡️ 56 | ☀️ | 4% | 💨 ENE 4 mph (3 knots)

Friday

68 🌡️ 54 | 🌥️ | 3% | 💨 NE 9 mph (8 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Thursday

Brian Boru | Brian Gaffney | 6:30–9:30 PM
Dark Horse | Aaron Hawkins Duo | 9 PM
Killarney House | Madisun Bailey | 6–9 PM
Market House | Sydney Smith | 7–10 PM
Market Space | Justin Berd | 9:30 PM
Pirates Cove | Richard Hayward | 6–9 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Mike Miller | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | Alexander Peters | 7 PM
Vibe | Open Mic Night | 9 PM

Friday

49 West | Luke Borchelt | 8–11 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | Dave Chappel Band | 9 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Bravenoise | 9 PM
Brian Boru | Meg & Bryan | 7–10 PM
The Choptank | Shelby Blondell | 8 PM
Great Frogs | Alexander Peters | 5–8 PM
Killarney House | Levi Stephens | 7–10 PM
Jalapeños | Tom Lagana | 7:30–10:30 PM
Market House | John Phillips | 7–10 PM
Market Space | Russell Jacobsen | 6–9 PM
Middleton Tavern | Pretty Big Deal | 10 PM
Mother's Peninsula Grille | Management | 8–11 PM
Old Stein | Eddie Pasa | 8–11 PM
Pirates Cove | Kurt Gibbons | 7–10 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Jim Messina | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Aaron Hawkins | 9 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Jesse Lee | 5 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Kieran Lally | 10 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Good Talk Russ | 7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Riverside | Chris Dean | 3–7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Mr VCR | 9:45 PM

NAVY SPORTS

Past results

Women’s Soccer (6-6-3)
10/11 @ American | L 1–0

Upcoming games

Men’s Hockey (0-3)
10/13 @ University of Rhode Island | 7 PM

Men’s Soccer (5-5-2)
10/13 vs. Army | 7 PM

Sprint Football (2-1)
10/13 vs. Caldwell | 6 PM

Women’s Tennis
10/13 @ San Diego Veterans Tennis Classic | 11 AM

Men’s Tennis
10/13 @ Navy Blue Invitational | 11 AM

Women’s Volleyball (11-5)
10/13 vs. American University | 7 PM

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