🍦Harvey Blonder's hotel

City Dock's new look, Blues continue to roll, secret movie screening...

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Naptown Scoop
June 12, 2023

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Still a little haze in the air but things are looking a lot better.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

  • Annapolis Blues recap

  • Harvey Blonder’s hotel

  • City Dock renovation plans

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon

P.S. Happy belated birthday to Debbie Chiarello. Sorry we forgot to include you Friday!

Bands in the Sand

Over 1,600 people packed the beach at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for one of Scoop’s favorite fundraisers of the year. Jah Werx, the Last Revel, and Misspent Youth shared the stage; delicious local food was consumed, and drinks flowed in reusable metal cups. Since its inception 17 years ago, Bands in the Sand has raised over $4 million for the Chesapeake Bay.

Stay tuned to the Scoop next year to hear about tickets before they sell out!

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QUICK HITS

🎡 Annapolis reveals City Dock reimagining plans

During a public work session last Thursday, City Official revealed plans for massive changes to City Dock. Btw despite our choice of emoji, plans do not call for a Ferris Wheel. Instead, they call for a new harbormaster’s office/welcome center; new seawalls, pump stations, and pop-up storm surge barriers; converting parking into an expanded green park; and more. Although the city is still about $14 million short on the $54 million expected bill, construction is expected to start late winter/early spring 2024 and last 3 years. The United States Power and Sailboat Shows would still happen every October. ($)

🏨 Harvey Blonder’s hotel

In other major waterfront development news, a proposed “eco-resort” at Edgewater’s Liberty Marina is the subject of a county hearing at 9 AM Tuesday. The 198-room hotel, 13 condos, and thousands of feet of ballroom space require several variances and exceptions to local zoning rules. Liberty Marina’s owner, Harvey Blonder, is no stranger to the news cycle recently. In May, a jury ordered him to pay over $9 million in damages after three partners in Yellowfin – a steak & seafood restaurant right next to Liberty Marina – sued him for financial manipulation. ($)

  • Harvey’s hand is hard to escape. He also owns Latitude 38Âş which is near the center of the proposed City Dock redevelopment. He’s expressed interest in turning this into a hotel as well.

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SPONSORED BY YOGA FACTORY ANNAPOLIS & CROFTON

Introducing: Sounds of Yoga Factory

You probably don’t know this about Yoga Factory. The owner, Phil Vendemmia, is a classically-trained musician. He loves music. Phil’s that friend who finds the awesome bands you’ve never heard of. His latest? Carsie Blanton.

Carsie released her first album at 16. Twenty years (and 7 albums) later, she’s supported huge names like Amos Lee and the Wood Brothers. Her pop-folk sound is influenced by legends like Nina Simone, John Prine, and Cleo Brown.

Phil hopes you’ll join Yoga Factory for an intimate, outdoor concert with Carsie and her trio at his home on September 28. Get your tickets on the Yoga Factory app – available on iOS & Android.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

🇺🇸 Flag Day at William Paca House

On Tuesday, Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime (a regular Tuesday event) features a reading of F is for Flag by Wendy Cheyette Lewison. The program is designed for kids ages 3–7 and hosted by Historic Annapolis at the William Paca House – 186 Prince George Street, Annapolis, MD 21401. On Flag Day itself (Wednesday), all tours of the Paca House between 1–4 PM include a special craft honoring our nation’s beautiful flag.

📽️ Secret Movie Screening

Want to spice up your Wednesday night? How bout going to the movies without knowing what’s playing? The Annapolis Film Society is screening an unknown movie from Searchlight Pictures at 7 PM Wednesday. Well . . . they know what movie it is.

Searchlight Pictures movies have played at past Annapolis Film Festivals – most recently Chevalier and Flamin’ Hot. This new release is an award-winning film from the Sundance Film Festival. Tickets are just $15. Still not convinced? Searchlight’s resume also includes Birdman, 12 Years a Slave, Slumdog Millionaire, and tons of other recognizable flicks. Ron Burgundy might say they’re kind of a big deal.

📅 Save these dates!

This Wednesday from 4–6 PM: Hillman Garage reopening party. Live music, giveaways, and pickleball demonstrations. There are courts on the roof! Parking is free from Wednesday through June 19.

This weekend: Juneteenth VIP gala, parade, and festival. The sold-out gala is Friday. The parade steps off from City Dock at 12 PM sharp Saturday. The festival starts at 1 PM at the Bates Athletic Complex. 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.

CIVIL NEWS

🏙️ City Council meeting

On the agenda for tonight’s City Council meeting:

  • FY2024 budget

  • FY2024 fees and fines

  • Relation payments in condemned building situations

  • See full agenda

The meeting is at 7 PM in the City Council chambers at City Hall. The public is welcome to attend. Click here to submit testimony or watch online. 160 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

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WEATHER

Monday

77 🌡️ 65 | ⛈️ | 58% | 💨 S 13 mph (11 knots)

Tuesday

78 🌡️ 65 | ⛅ | 4% | 💨 WSW 10 mph (9 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Monday

49 West | Angie Miller & Guests Michael K, Callum & Nate Finn | 7:30–10:30 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Open Mic Night | 8 PM

Tuesday

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Maryland Hall | Toad the Wet Sprocket w/ Pressing Strings | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head On Stage | Suede | 8 PM | Tickets

SPORTS

⚽ Blues win again on scoresheet and stat sheet

The Annapolis Blues continued their inaugural campaign at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Saturday. With three late second half goals from three different players, they found a way to win after over an hour of scoreless play. And with 7,665 fans in the stadium, the Blues now own the second-highest attendance in National Premier Soccer League History as well as the first – last Saturday’s 8,368. ($)

Your captains are. . . .

The Naval Academy announced next year’s captains for five sports teams.

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