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🍦Our Top 10 crabcakes (so far)

Boatyard Beach Bash, Rhythm & Hues, Paca Girlfriends...

Naptown Scoop
June 26, 2024

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Good morning, Annapolis. This is Naptown Scoop, the newsletter equivalent of those funny flight attendants who make a bunch of jokes during the pre-takeoff safety speech you never listen to.

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Ryan Sneddon

P.S. Good luck to our Navy Midshipmen at Olympic trials this week! Brahmir Vick is in the 110-meter hurdle semifinal and Jacques Guillaume is in the 400-meter hurdle semifinal. Sprinter Nathan Kent and javelin thrower Braden Presser also competed but have since been eliminated.

Waterfront luxury in West Annapolis

Attention Annapolis! 4 stories of elegance and comfort just went on the market.

411 Ridgely Avenue is a home unlike any other. Designed for entertaining, it boasts 3 custom bars, multiple gathering areas, and a gourmet kitchen. Enjoy panoramic water views from the dining room, unwind in the spacious living room, or cozy up in the den for some fireside reading. 3 ensuite bedrooms include a luxurious primary featuring vaulted ceilings, custom built-ins, and a walk-in closet. 3 elevators allow accessibility to all 4 levels of the home, including the top floor’s wrap-around deck overlooking serene Weems Creek.

Outside, another wrap-around deck and multi-level seating make taking in the view effortless, and a private pier and deep water floating dock are fit for a 50 ft yacht. This home is the perfect waterfront retreat right in West Annapolis. Contact Brad Kappel for your tour today.

THE DIGEST

Two down, four to go

We pulled another name out of a hat last night at Wrabyn. And while that means there’s one less prize in our Annapolis Wears Hope collaboration with Wrabyn, four excellent ones remain. Confused? Long story short: Wrabyn, a women’s boutique in West Annapolis, is donating 10% of sales to Annapolis Hope all week long and arranged for a sweet drawing every day of the week. You can snag chances for that in-store or online.

Paca Girlfriends Party: A Sweet Success 🎉

Whether you were a first-timer (like Ryan and Lauren), or a 16-time veteran, Paca Girlfriends on June 12 was simply magical. The evening was colorful and light-filled, celebrating friendship and the power of women, all in support of Historic Annapolis (HA). The bubbly, delicious bites, shopping from local vendors, and socializing with over 600 supporters amongst the picturesque William Paca Garden made it a night to remember. Yet, there’s another reason sweet 16 was extra sweet for HA, garden party host extraordinaire. It raised a record-breaking $159,000 for HA's essential programs that connect people to Annapolis, our history, and our future!

Scoop writer Lauren and publisher Ryan at Paca Girlfriends 2024

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Our Top 10 Crabcakes (so far)

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P.S. Does anyone personally know Dave Portnoy? We want to get him (and Miss Peaches) to Annapolis for a crabcake review.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Plant sale for Annapolis Hope

Whatever your bud-get is for greenifying your home, count on finding plenty of options at Season to Season Horticultural Services’ plant sale. Season to Season specializes in extraordinary container design (you can see their work in front of Sailor Oyster Bar). This weekend, they’re hosting a plant sale with prices starting at only $3. You’ll find tons of varieties of plants and we’re extra grateful because the owner, Ronda Roemmelt Sneider, decided to give 10% of the proceeds to Annapolis Hope. 10 AM – 6 PM Friday and 8 AM – 1 PM Saturday. 2 Womack Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401.

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.

How to protect your pets during a heat wave

Nobody likes these super hot days. But we humans are great at dealing with them. Our dogs? Not so much. Here are three easy things you can do to keep them safe.

Provide cool fresh drinking water all day long
Don’t walk them during the hottest part of the day. Early mornings and evenings are great for walking!
Limit strenuous activities like ball play

Signs of heat stroke include heavy breathing that doesn’t slow even when in the AC, severe lethargy, and sticky gums.

If they do get heat stroke, cool them down with fans and cool damp blankets and call a vet like Western Shore Veterinary Hospital immediately.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

19th Annual Boatyard Beach Bash tickets now available 🍹 🎶

Whenever Boatyard Bar & Grill is involved in a party, we assume great things. The 19th annual Boatyard Beach Bash is the perfect way to get in a Key West state of mind at the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM). Grab your tickets for the September 21 event which includes an open bar and delicious meal. Much like Bands in the Sand, this year’s party is in memory of Jimmy Buffett. And you’ll hear many of his songs throughout the night.

Funds raised go toward AMM’s educating children and adults on our area's rich maritime heritage and the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay. The Education Center provides 15K+ hours of hands-on educational programs every year.

Party it up at Rhythm & Hues

Here’s another reason to love June: It’s Black Music Month, and the Banneker-Douglass Museum is celebrating with a summer block party, Rhythm & Hues. Stop by any time Saturday between 10 AM and 4 PM to enjoy performances by Black Alley, Lauren White, KaribFit, and DJ Kevin Coombe. Plus there will be vendors, food, yoga, community resources, and much more. RSVP online.

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.

EXTRA SPRINKLES

Are you ready for the Summer BBQ?

If your home’s exterior looks dated and needs some love, give Blue Star Paint & Property a call. It’s the perfect season for exterior painting and refreshing your home just in time for your next outdoor gathering. Whether you want a simple refresh with a color match or to go bold with brand new paint, Blue Star is ready to schedule your estimate. Reach out today.*

A Historic Skipjack Adventure

Step aboard the Wilma Lee to hear thrilling tales of Rum Runners in the Chesapeake. Enjoy beverages and tastings from Lyon Rum, a signature line of rums that pay tribute to the rich, spirited traditions of the Eastern Shore. Located just steps from the Chesapeake in St. Michaels, Lyon Rum will provide a flavorful experience to complement your adventure. Complimentary snacks are included (21+). Book your spot today.*

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WEATHER

Wednesday

93 🌡️ 73 | ⛈️ | 61% | 💨 SSW 12 mph (10 knots)

Thursday

88 🌡️ 70 | ⛅ | 17% | 💨 N 9 mph (8 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 80ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

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SPORTS

McMahon to don No. 68 🏈

There’s a special tradition at Navy football: every season, the team honors late offensive lineman David Forney, who died in 2020, by selecting a senior lineman to wear his number — No. 68. And this year’s player has just been announced: Connor McMahon, a returning starter for the Mids at offensive tackle. McMahon has played 23 consecutive games over the past two years and started 22 straight contests.

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🍦Our Top 10 crabcakes (so far)

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