🍦They put out the damn paper

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Today we have no silly joke for this intro. No witty quip. Just some of the most inspiring words ever said in Annapolis.

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon

Thank you, Dr. Bailey

I met Dr. Marianne Bailey last September when her kids did the Naptown Scoop Scavenger Hunt. She was deep in the middle of building her second veterinary hospital – the first being 15 minutes from my childhood home on the Eastern Shore. Fast forward 9 months. . . .

The clinic is done, we’re friends (especially when she wins dinner parties at fundraiser auctions), and I’m excited to announce that Western Shore Veterinary Hospital is a Single Scoop sponsor of Naptown Scoop’s Third Anniversary Party.

The party is August 18 from 6:30–9:30 PM at the Annapolis Maritime Museum and thanks to sponsors like Dr. Bailey and Brad Kappel, we’ve planned a gourmet dinner, open bar, and even oysters! We’d love to celebrate with you.

SPONSORED BY BRAD KAPPEL, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, TTR SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY

15 minutes to Annapolis, 20 minutes to St. Michaels

Not by car. By boat! This Eastern Shore estate’s location is amazing for boating. Good thing there’s a private pier with an 8000-pound lift and 2 jet ski lifts. Want to go inside?

5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths spread across 4,500 custom-built square feet, thoughtfully designed to maximize views. This home has the rare trifecta of views – Annapolis, Thomas Point Lighthouse, and the Bay Bridge. Just wait until you see everything lit up after dinner on the patio.

Inside, the living room with windows that perfectly frame the Bay immediately draws you in. From there, head for the cozy family room (with fireplace) that’s open to the gourmet eat-in kitchen with a double island. Don’t worry. There’s formal dining for impressing the in-laws.

When the day is done, retire to your sanctuary – a main level primary bedroom (also with fireplace) and a spa-like bathroom with a steam shower.

Contact Brad Kappel today for your private tour of this Eastern Shore escape.

THE DIGEST

New blood

About 1,200 teenagers will get dropped off at the Naval Academy for Induction Day tomorrow. I-Day is the first day of Plebe Summer for the class of 2027 – six weeks of rigorous physical and mental training that “turns civilians into midshipmen.” The Mids will lose their street clothes (and most of their hair), take an oath in front of Bancroft Hall, then march inside — not to be seen again until August 10.

🫡 I-Day tips: The action happens on the Yard but lots of parents will park at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium so you may notice some traffic. And definitely call your favorite restaurants to see if there’s a long wait. Family and friends are welcome to attend the 6 PM Oath of Office ceremony. Arrive by 5:45 at the absolute latest. Standard Yard security measures apply.

⚠️ Goodbye exit 31

It’s been real. It’s been fun. But it hasn’t been real fun so exit 31 has gotta go. MD SHA permanently closed eastbound Route 50 entry and exit ramps at Whitehall Road (aka exit 31) last night. SHA says the closure enhances safety and “reduces potential conflict.” Scoop says stop thinking you’re smart and skipping Bridge traffic by taking the local roads. Those are for the local residents who you know, actually need them.

• Work was scheduled to end at 5 AM this morning but there may be lingering double lane closures heading eastbound.

Teachers unions happy, FY24 budget adopted

Everyone at AACPS and the teachers’ unions must have been reading negotiation books before bedtime recently because for the first time in over 10 years, AACPS made an agreement with all four bargaining units before adopting the next year’s budget.

Big wins this week include an $8,000 bump in starting pay for starting teacher salaries – which are now $58,161 – and a step and 6% cost of living adjustment for Unit I employees. Shortly after the latter deal was signed, the Board of Education unanimously approved the $1.65 billion FY24 operating budget.

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SPONSORED BY HOSPICE OF THE CHESAPEAKE

Surprising things you may not know about hospice care

Did you know hospice is about living?

Hospice care is about helping people live as fully as possible. Hospice of the Chesapeake provides patient-centered care for the body, mind, and spirit of those living with a life-limiting illness. Our care focuses on symptom management, planning for the journey, and caring for the family.

Did you know hospice isn’t just for the very end? In consultation with their physician, patients can enjoy the benefits of hospice care for months and months. Just like President Jimmy Carter. The most frequent comment patients and families share is that they wish they’d reached out sooner.

To learn more, visit hospicechesapeake.org.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

We remember five years ago

Five years ago today, the Capital Gazette and Annapolis community lost five newspaper reporters and staff. It was the deadliest day for U.S. journalism since 9/11. Today at 9:30 AM, there is a remembrance and wreath laying at the Guardians of the First Amendment Memorial – located on Compromise Street across from The Choptank. As you read this, take a moment of silence for Gerald Fischman, Rob Hiaasen, John McNamara, Rebecca Smith, and Wendi Winters.

🍷+✨ / Dinner Under the Stars

The sun sets at 8:36 p.m. You might as well enjoy it. West Street shuts down between Church Circle and Calvert Street and restaurants move outside for delightful dining. Live music by Moxie Blues Band. Wednesday 6–10 PM.

🌊 Tides and Tunes

The quintessential Annapolis concert series. Grilled Lincolns take the stage at the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) Thursday from 7–9 PM. New this year: ♻️ It’s a zero-waste event so bring your own cup. If you forget, you can buy an AMM Tervis cup for $15 and get your first drink free. Or you can purchase a compostable cup for $2. 723 Second St, Annapolis, MD 21403. Free with a suggested donation.

📆 Weekend Preview

🎤 Summer Concerts at Annapolis Town Center. Pop-rock cover band Fantasm plays 5–8 PM Friday at Annapolis Town Center’s Boathouse Pavilion next to P.F. Chang’s.

🎨 First Sunday Arts Festival. Sunday 11 AM to 5 PM, 100+ vendors take over West Street and People’s Park. Don’t miss live music in the park and Stan & Joe’s parking lot. Explore all vendors.

🎸 Summer Concerts at Goshen Farm. The second of a six-show series. CRS plays at 6:30 PM; Cape Tree plays at 7:40 PM. Bring your own chairs, blankets, snacks, and drinks! 1420 Cape St Claire Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401.

⚽ Annapolis Blues home game. The undefeated Blues play Northern Virginia United for the penultimate home game. 7 PM at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Get tickets.

🍔 Food Truck Friday. Live music and all the food (10+ trucks) you could need. Friday 4–8 PM at 275 Harry S Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD.

🎆 Fourth of July roundup

Your dog’s least favorite holiday is almost here. 💥 Here’s what’s coming up as you plan your weekend:

• Sherwood Forest fireworks. Monday 7/3 around 9 PM. A beloved tradition by one of Annapolis’ most unique neighborhoods. Sherwood itself is a gated community but tons of people watch from the Severn River. Hop on a friend’s boat or grab tickets for a Watermark cruise before they sell out. Or text your friends in “the forest” (as they call it). The view’s great from dry land as well.

• Annapolis parade and fireworks. Annapolis celebrates on Tuesday 7/4 with an evening parade, giving you time to drink grill all day. The parade steps off at 6:30 PM at Amos Garrett Boulevard and proceeds along West Street, around Church Circle, and down Main Street. At 8 PM, the Salvation Army Band performs patriotic music at Annapolis City Dock.

  At 9:15 PM, it’s fireworks time. A grand display launches from a barge in the harbor. The best viewing places will be City Dock, Naval Academy Bridge, street end parks facing the harbor, and of course, any home with a clear view of the sky over the harbor. Parking info and road closures.

• Severna Park bike contest and parade The annual decorated bike contest returns Tuesday. Kids are invited to pimp their bikes or trikes for categories “most original,” “most beautiful,” and “most patriotic.” Free registration is 9:15–10 AM and contestants join the community parade – usually the biggest in the area – at 10 AM.

• Community parades

  • West Annapolis - Tuesday 9 AM

  • Eastport - Tuesday 10 AM

  • Route information to come in an upcoming Scoop

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

🚩AACPS’ proposed flag policy

What flags can fly in schools? That's up in the air. The Board of Education heard a proposal Monday to limit flags on AACPS property to those “with a bona fide educational purpose.” City flags, county flags, state flags, and Old Glory herself would of course be allowed.

As drafted, school principals will determine what’s bona fide. It's a hot topic. Constituents submitted 1,600 written comments while others stood outside the meeting. . . waving flags.

A key amendment – the right for employees, students, and visitors to wear items that feature a flag – passed 5 to 3. The final vote will happen at the board’s July 12 meeting. ($)

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WEATHER

Wednesday

80 🌡️ 66 | 🌤️ | 6% | 💨 WNW 10 mph (9 knots)

Thursday

83 🌡️ 69 | ☀️ | 5% | 💨 ENE 8 mph (7 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Wednesday

49 West | Dave Chappell | 5–7 PM
Brian Boru | Larry Lay | 6–9 PM
Dinner Under The Stars | Moxie Blues Band | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Middleton Tavern | Scott Voorhees | 6–9 PM
Mother's Peninsula Grille | Joey Mitchell | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Loose Change | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Ally Venable | 8 PM | Tickets
Reynolds Tavern | Daphne Eckman | 7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Troll Tribe | 9 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Chris Sachs Duo | 7 PM
Tuscan Prime | Grayson Moon | 6:30–9:30 PM

Thursday

Blackwall Hitch | Andrew Bell | 5–8 PM
Brian Boru | Dana B | 6:30–9:30 PM
Killarney House | PJ and Neal | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
The Point | Dan Haas | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Malina Moye | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Victoria & Steve | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | Kavoossi | 7 PM
Señor Chile Cantina | Lauren & Rusty | 6–9 PM

SPORTS

⚽ Your captain is. . . .

The Naval Academy announced that senior Jenna Daunt will lead the women’s soccer team for the 2023 season. Jenna has appeared in 49 games with 35 combined starts over her first three seasons.

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