🍦Annapolis' most iconic Mother's Day tradition

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Now that Mother’s Day is past, it’s time to start thinking about Father’s Day. Home Depot and Lowe’s gift cards always work. But why not get more creative? Try an awesome pocket knife (try the James Brand), unique cookbook (like Cooking on Fire), or high-quality outdoor work gloves (because dads love yardwork).

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Bike to Work Week

• County budget hearings

• Forward Brewing turns five

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Duffy Perkins, & Ryan Sneddon

P.S. Don’t forget to be thankful for mom and dad all year round 😉

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THE DIGEST

Most Scoop readers agree with county exec raise 💰

Last week, we had to ask: How do you feel about giving the county executive a raise? ICYMI, county councilmember Julie Hummer introduced a bill to give the exec a raise from $142k to $180k, with raises of $3k every year for three years. If that seems steep, keep in mind the county executive hasn’t received a raise since 2018. So, we decided to survey our readers to see what you think. 330 of you chimed in, and a plurality (48%) said, “Yes, the raise is justified.”

Here's a full breakdown of votes out of 330:

✅ Yes, the raise is justified: 161
❌ No, the current salary is enough: 113
📈 It should be higher: 17
📉 It should be lower: 22
🤷 I’m not sure: 17

As much as we’re proud of what we do at the Scoop, we admit our survey doesn’t have any actual influence. If you really want to make your opinion known, be sure to attend the public hearing on the bill June 2.

Real ID for Naval Academy visits 🪪

For anyone with gray hairs reading this, it’s probably been a while since you’ve been carded. But as of last week, you have a new reason to think about your ID. That’s because you need to have a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or other ID to board a plane or access a federal facility. Case in point: the Naval Academy. If you plan on visiting USNA campus, make sure your ID is compliant, which you can do through the MVA.

Also worth noting: USNA updated its rules for non-citizen visitors. Non-citizens visiting the academy need to be with a US citizen with DoD credentials and escort privileges and only for official events. So if you have guests visiting from out of the country, maybe take them to Boatyard for crabcakes instead. ($)

Forever Treasures: Zachary’s Crowns Mother’s Day Contest Winners 💎

Mother’s Day may be behind us, but our hearts are swelling over this gem of a story. Zachary’s Jewelers announced winners of their 14th annual Mother’s Day Jewelry Design Contest. Nearly 300 entries came from 39 schools across our region. And three brilliant fifth-grade winners got to gift mom a professionally crafted version of their design and won $500 for their school’s art department. Congrats to these up-and-coming artists!

• Lucian B from Benfield Elementary: Her red oak leaf with acorn necklace warmed judges’ hearts with its natural beauty.

• Neil J from Windsor Farm Elementary: His dream catcher necklace stole the show with its unique elegance.

• Helen T from Key School: Her two-tone tree ring with emeralds lit up the evening with its intricate details.

Commuter County? 🚙

You might’ve heard Anne Arundel County tout itself as a great place to live, work, and play — but is it and or or when it comes to live/work? According to the AAEDC’s Commuter Report, only 37% of AA workers live and work in the county. The rest are either commuting in or out, and they’re doing it in pretty equal numbers (63% commute into the county and 62.2% commute out).

A few other numbers you might find interesting:

Who’s coming in?
🚘 12.3% are coming from Baltimore County
🚘 8.5% from Prince George’s County
🚘  7.8% from Baltimore City
🚘  6.2% from Howard County
🚘  5% from Montgomery County

Who’s going out?
🚘  11.3% commute to Prince George’s County
🚘  10.1% to Baltimore City
🚘  9.2% to Howard County
🚘  8.3% to Baltimore County
🚘  6.3% to Montgomery County
🚘  5.6% to Washington, D.C.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Forward Brewing turns 5 🍺

If Forward Brewing were a person, they’d still be about 16 years shy of the legal drinking age. But the good news is they’re not a person, and 5 years is a pretty major milestone for a small biz! The Eastport brewery (418 Fourth Street, Annapolis, 21403) celebrates its 5th anniversary this Friday with a birthday party from noon to 9 PM and $5 beers all day (to show their appreciation for 5 years, of course). They’ll also host Double T Oyster Ranch to shuck their Tall Timbers oysters later in the evening, and complimentary birthday cake will be served while it lasts. Get details.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Coming Up This Week 🗓️

🛍️ Paca Girlfriends Shopping Night Thursday 4–7 PM. This shop-till-you-drop downtown event begins at Historic Annapolis with snacks and socializing. Looking ahead: Be sure to mark your calendar for the Paca Girlfriends Party on June 11 at 6 PM — tickets are selling quickly. Only Sparkling VIP are left.

🧘‍♀️ Yoga in the Garden II Saturday 8 AM. Join yogi Cathy Shaw for a Vinyasa-style class on the terrace of the Paca House.

🏌️‍♂️ Golf Fore Our Girls Thursday 8 AM. Play 18 holes and enjoy a full day of festivities at Renditions in Davidsonville to raise funds for Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake.

🎸 Burgers and Bands Sunday 11 AM – 9 PM. This fundraiser at Severna Park Taphouse combines good food, good tunes, and good beers to support mental health efforts.

It’s Bike to Work Week 🚲

Strap on those helmets and kick up those kickstands — it’s officially Bike to Work Week, not just in Annapolis but all across the country. National Bike to Work Week runs May 12–16, and it’s an excuse to cycle everywhere you need to go instead of taking a car (if it’s safe and realistic). Riding a bike means exercise and less pollution, making it a win-win. It’s also just fun.

Planning to bike your commute this week? Be sure to tell your boss you’ll be late and attend Bike to Work Day on Friday at City Dock. The gathering runs 7–9 AM with speakers, giveaways, refreshments, and bike safety checks. Register in advance for a T-shirt.

Single tix to Navy games now on sale 🎟️

Even if you’re a diehard fan, you can’t always commit to every game. Regardless of what that Modelo commercial says. But if you felt FOMO when Navy football season tickets went on sale a few weeks ago, don’t worry — your time has come. Single-game tickets are on sale today, so if you know which games your kids will definitely be sliding down the hill for, grab those tickets and get it on your calendar. 🗓️

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CIVIL NEWS

City Council Meeting ⚖️

The Annapolis City Council has its regular monthly meeting tonight at 7 PM in City Council Chambers (160 Duke of Gloucester Street), and this is a meeting with a few key agenda items. First up, there’s a public hearing for the city’s annual budget. Then there’s legislation on compensation for the mayor, alderpersons, and city manager, as well as the implementation of the Annapolis Ahead 2040 plan, and a plan to tear down the abandoned gas station on West Street for housing. Read the full agenda and remember you can testify in person or submit testimony online.

Public hearings on county budget ⚖️

Admit it: You’ve got an opinion on the county budget. It’s your tax dollars after all. Here’s your chance to make it known. The County Council has two scheduled in-person, live meetings, and you can testify once at either meeting on any topics related to the proposed FY26 Operating or Capital Budget or Bills 33-25 through 46-25. Scheduled meetings are:

• May 14, 7 PM at County Council Chambers (4 Calvert Street, Annapolis 21401)

• May 21, 7 PM at Arundel High School (1001 Annapolis Road, Gambrills 21054)

🔎 Read the proposed budget and sign up to testify.

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WEATHER

Monday

72 🌡️ 65 | 🌦️ | 53% | 💨 SE 10 mph (9 knots)

Tuesday

68 🌡️ 65 | 🌧️ | 67% | 💨 ESE 15 mph (13 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 68ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Monday

49 West | Monday Songwriters | 7:30–10:30 PM

Tuesday

49 West | Seth Mitchell & Friends | 7:30–9 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head Roadhouse | Nate Finn | 7 PM

NAVY SPORTS

Past results

Baseball (26-25)
5/10 vs. #3 Army | W 18-11
5/11 vs. #3 Army | L 13-2
5/11 vs. #3 Army | L 6-5 (10 inn.)

Women's Lacrosse (15-6)
5/9 vs. Clemson | L 11-8

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