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Good morning, Annapolis. We made two mistakes on Friday. We always like to own up to our mistakes first thing right here at the top of the newsletter.

1. The Good Neighbors Group Earth Day Festival is April 27 from 11 AM – 3 PM at the Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company.

2. There will still be outdoor dining tables at Market Space and on Inner West Street. They’re just governed by a different process than the bill that just passed City Council.

And now onto today’s Scoop.

Let’s get to it.

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

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THE DIGEST

Public Meeting: Annapolis Water Reclamation Facility Odor Control Updates 💦👃

This may not sound glamorous, but trust us . . . it’s a big sniffin’ deal. Public Works is hosting a public meeting on April 23 to share info on odor control upgrades, design, and more going on at the Annapolis Water Reclamation Facility. An industrial hygienist will also break down recent monitoring results. Head to Eastport-Annapolis Neck Community Library from 6–7 PM. Smell yah later!

MD looks into the safety of the Bay Bridge

Last month, the National Transportation Safety Board dropped a diss track report saying 68 U.S. bridges frequented by ocean-going vessels needed modern risk assessments. Our not-so-beloved Bay Bridge was one of the 68 and Maryland just did the assessment. The results? Neither span meets current thresholds for ship strikes. They wouldn’t say how far below the threshold, but the Key Bridge was 30 times higher than acceptable risk thresholds by the same standards.

The state’s now eyeing short-term steps like lowering speed limits and tightening communications. Long-term ideas include fenders or dolphins – not the squeaky cute kind, the concrete kind that guard bridge piers from ships. The project is in the study phase now and will move to the design phase this summer. And don’t forget, Maryland is also studying the possibility of building an entirely new Bay Bridge. ($)

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Authentic Mexican coming to City Dock

Cinco de Mayo cannot come fast enough! Because the restaurant group behind La Sierra Mexican in Annapolis and Pitaya Mexican in Severna Park has recently announced it will be opening its third location, Palma Mexican, in the space formerly occupied by Mangia Italian Grill. Both Pitaya and La Sierra have huge, inventive menus that extend far beyond tacos and burritos, and we can’t wait to see what Palma brings to the table. Opening date is set for early May. 81 Main St.

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SPONSORED BY ST. ANNE’S SCHOOL

Now that Easter and Passover have ended, SUMMER’s AHEAD! Time to finalize those summer camp plans and St. Anne’s School offers a camp for young explorers that always delights. So, if you’re on the camp hunt for your tiny tot, Summer Explorers is your one-stop shop. From extra special visitors to Fun in the Sun Fridays, your young adventurer is in for a summer of surprises. Take a peek at what all they have in store, and send your camper off to learn, play, and explore!

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Today’s featured event. . . 

It's a seafood smackdown on Back Creek. Chefs Matt Lego (LEO) and Fredo (Seasalt) are going head-to-head at the Chesapeake Catfish Cookoff. Their restaurants are neighbors on West Street. Now they're rivals. Who will serve the most malicious yet delicious catfish? You be the judge at the Annapolis Maritime Museum's Chesapeake Catfish Cookoff.

Coming up this week

FRIDAY

Spring Sailboat Show, Annapolis. Climb aboard, test new gear, and meet cool people. Friday through Sunday @ City Dock.

SATURDAY

Walk for the Woods, Crownsville. Walk with a purpose alongside experts in wildlife, native plants, and birds. Supports Scenic Rivers Land Trust. 7 AM to 3 PM, Bacon Ridge Natural Area.

Severna Park Community Center 2025 Gin & Jazz Gala, Severna Park. Prohibition-era fun with farm-to-table eats, dancing, and more to support a great cause. 6 PM @ Chartwell Golf & Country Club.

The Blue Ribbon Bash, Severna Park. Dancing, music, and a silent auction all supporting victims of child abuse and neglect. 6 PM @ the Severna Park Elks Lodge.

Denim & Diamonds, Annapolis. It’s Luminis Health’s biggest event of the year, fundraising for community-wide pediatric mental health services. 6 PM @ Luminis Health South Campus.

SUNDAY 

GiGi Fit Acceptance Challenge, Annapolis. Run a 5k through Quiet Waters Park to celebrate and support friends with Down Syndrome. 9 AM.

80th Annual Four Rivers Garden Club Flower Mart, Annapolis. Maryland Hall’s front lawn hosts the Four Rivers Garden Club for May Day baskets, perennials, cut flowers, and demonstrations. 10 AM – 1:30 PM @ 801 Chase St.

Taste of Spring on West Street, Annapolis. Nine participating restaurants bring samples, with welcome cocktails, music, and much more. 12–3 PM.

Eastport Volunteer Fire Co. Fire Prevention Fair, Eastport. Kid-friendly demos, K9s, interactive displays, and CPR/Narcan training. 12 PM to 3 PM @ Eastport Station 36.

Theater Talk Tuesday 🎭

Tchaikovsky, Shakespeare, and acoustic guitars — nobody can say Annapolis’ performing arts scene doesn’t have variety. Here’s what’s coming up this week:

🩰 Ballet Theatre of Maryland presents Swan Lake, Annapolis. Our state’s premier professional ballet closes its season with this classic about a princess turned into a swan, April 25–26.

🍻 USNA Masqueraders presents Merry Wives of Windsor, Annapolis. Enjoy some Shakespeare outdoors April 26–27 with this comedy about the exploits of pompous knight Falstaff.

🎤 Talent Machine presents There’s No Business Like Show Business Cabaret, Annapolis. A revue of popular Broadway hits helps fundraise for the Talent Machine Company this Friday.

🤰 Colonial Players presents Bump, Annapolis. The final show of the Colonial Players season takes a lighthearted look at motherhood and opens April 25.

🎸 Live Arts Maryland welcomes Atlantic Guitar Quartet, Annapolis. Hear music by celebrated contemporary composers performed by these professional guitarists on April 27.

Save These Dates 🗓️

Two can’t-miss fundraisers are coming up in May, so be sure to mark your calendar and plan accordingly:

👟 MRE Bridge Run, Eastport. This less than serious 0.05K race over the Spa Creek Bridge is set for May 10 at the crack o’ noon, with registration fees going to local charities.

🌯 Burritos for Beds, Annapolis. Gather at Chevy’s on May 8 starting at 7 AM for breakfast burritos to benefit the Samaritan House.

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CIVIL NEWS

BOE Meeting 🍎

Four local students just made the honor roll of honor rolls — National Merit Scholarship finalists! The BOE will honor Daniel Garrett (Arundel), Abbie Heath and Peter Judge (Severna Park), and Nikita Mehta (South River) at the April 23 meeting. These academic all-stars are in the running for one of 6,800 prestigious scholarships. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM at the Parham Building (2644 Riva Rd) and is open to the public. Also on the agenda? A recap of recent education-related legislation. Get the scoop on submitting public comment.

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Pizza. Pints. Pure Joy.

Join us Sunday, May 5 at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds for the Maryland Pizza and Pints Festival! Try mouthwatering pizza slices, sweet ice cream scoops, and refreshing local brews. Featuring Timber Pizza, Fox’s Den, Underground Pizza, Secret Pizza, Pizza Monkey & more. Live music, lawn games, and fun for the whole family. Kids under 12 are free!

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WEATHER

Tuesday

77 🌡️ 57 | ⛅ | 9% | 💨 WNW 9 mph (8 knots)

Wednesday

72 🌡️ 54 | 🌤️ | 0% | ENE 7 mph (6 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 58ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Tuesday

49 West | Open Mic Night | 7:30–10:30 PM
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Eric Bibb | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Callum Toner | 7 PM

Wednesday

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends | 5–7 PM
Brian Boru | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Pirate Cove | Kurt Gibbons | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Victoria & Steve | 4:30 PM

NAVY SPORTS

Past results

Baseball (22-19)
4/19 vs. Holy Cross | L 6-2
4/19 vs. Holy Cross | W 7-3
4/20 vs. Holy Cross | L 8-1

Women's Lacrosse (11-5)
4/19 vs Lafayette | W 18-4

Men's Lacrosse (7-6)
4/18 @ Loyola | L 16-11

Upcoming games

Baseball (22-19)
4/22 vs. William & Mary | 5 PM

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