🍦What's replacing Mission BBQ?

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you hate today or love it, I hope you’ve got awesome people around you who make you feel special. You deserve it.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• AACPS used all of its snow days

• Annapolis’ annual report

• Scoop’s favorite soups

Let’s get to it.

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

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THE DIGEST

The Biggest Stories We Covered This Week

🌳 Anne Arundel County revealed the plans for Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park.
🍹 Rumhouse is opening in Eastport on February 19.
🎓 The 41st Annapolis Cup was announced for April 5. Tickets go on sale March 3.

Most clicked stories of the week 🏆

Monday: Celebrity hairstylist to receive Key to the City
Tuesday: Last-Minute Love: Annapolis Valentine’s Day Gift & Dining Guide ♥️
Wednesday: Rumhouse to open Feb. 19 🌴🍹
Thursday: Introducing Crownsville Hospital Memorial Park 🌳

We used all our snow days. What’s next? ❄️

Raise your hand if you didn’t know AACPS had a limit on virtual learning days.🙋‍♀️ Spoiler: it’s eight. After using up all five built-in inclement weather days, AACPS went virtual Tuesday and Wednesday for the first time this year. We now only have six virtual learning days left before adding school days and cutting into summer break to meet the state’s 180-day requirement. We can already hear boos from the class on that option. With snow in next week’s forecast, more virtual days could be on the way . . . ($)

Annapolis’ Annual Report 📊

Our team at Naptown Scoop can tell you there’s a lot happening around Annapolis on any given day. So when the City of Annapolis publishes its Annual Report at the end of the year, we like to nerd out over the official numbers that sum the last 365 days (or 366 days, since last year was a Leap Year).

For example, did you know the city’s public transit gave 307,000 rides? Or that the city gave out 561 citations (the good kind)? Or that Public Works hauled 7,335 tons of trash? Want to take a look at all the details and see all the numbers for yourself? Check it out.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Foodie Friday 🍜

Winter doesn’t have much going for it — but at least it’s Soup Season. In honor of this sacred time, we’re sharing superior soups to savor.

🦀 Boatyard Bar & Grill
400 Fourth St, Annapolis, MD 21403
Honestly, the hardest choice is picking just one soup, which is why we usually go with option 3.

1. Have a bowl of their delicious Cream of Crab, full of lump crabmeat and laced with sherry.
2. Or, a cup of spicy Maryland Crab, also full of lump crabmeat.
3. Why pick one when you can combine options 1 and 2 for the perfect Yin and Yang?!

🌶️ Davis’ Pub
400 Chester Ave, Annapolis, MD 21403
Davis’ motto: “Where there are no strangers, only friends you haven't met.” One soup to meet is their Chili. The pub classic comes with diced onions, melted cheddar, and tortilla chips.

🧀 🧅 The Choptank
110 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Ryan can’t stop talking about their Chicken & Sausage Gumbo. So do yourself a favor and grab a bowl of this smoked sausage, chicken, okra, and rice concoction.

🍲 Pho 5UP
2625 Riva Rd D, Annapolis, MD 21401
They haven’t been open long, but 177 reviews and 4.4 rating make this a great choice. Like, pho show! Meat lovers should try the rare steak or meatball. Vegetarians will enjoy their tofu and vegetable option.

Atlas Restaurant Group reveals new spot for Stevens Hardware building

It may be hard to believe but Mission BBQ closed downtown over a year ago. And now we finally know what’s replacing it – the Admiral’s Cup. It’s the second location for the Admiral’s Cup, which has been a Fells Point staple since the 80s. Copy and pasting a Baltimore restaurant to Annapolis is a familiar move for Atlas. They did it with the Choptank incredibly successfully.

The Admiral’s Cup in Fells is known for live music and a lively atmosphere and this one will be no different. Atlas expects to open the doors this summer.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

We’re off for President’s Day 🇺🇸

Don’t look for an issue of the Scoop in your inbox on Monday or Tuesday next week — we’re taking a long weekend for President’s Day, but we’ll be back on Wednesday. Around the city, trash pickup will be unaffected, and public transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.

Looking for something to do? 🏊 The Arundel Olympic Swim Center has a School Break Fun Day on Monday from 7:30 AM–5:30 PM for ages 6–12. For a $65 cover charge, you get swimming, arts & crafts, indoor games, and outside time (weather permitting). Register.

🤔 Did you know . . . President’s Day falls between Washington’s birthday (February 22) and Lincoln’s birthday (February 12)? George would be turning 283 and Abe would be turning 206!

Coming up next week

What do identity theft and birdwatching have in common? No, this isn’t the setup for a bad joke. What they have in common is they’re the focus of events coming up next week. Here’s what’s on the calendar:

💸 Learn How to Avoid Fraud, Scams, and Identity Theft with this adult learning program at Broadneck Library on Monday 2–3:30 PM.

🐦 Find out how you can create a bird-friendly backyard at Backyard Birding: Attract & Nurture Birds with Cean Laverty on Wednesday 10–11 AM at Homestead Gardens.

🎨 Paint night is unguided (and maybe a little more fun) at Not Your Mothers Paint Night at 49 West on Wednesday 7:45–10:30 PM.

Art @ the Park 2025: Call for Artists 🎨

Time to brush up those portfolios — Art @ the Park 2025 returns October 11–12 at Quiet Waters Park, 10 AM to 4 PM! Two key updates:

• Apply via Google Forms, not Zapplication.

• The event is outdoor only due to renovations. Vendors need 10’ x 10’ tents.

Fees: Apply by May 1 ($30). Submit late applications by June 1 — but don’t draw it out, there’s an additional $25 fee. Pay application fees here. If selected, the booth fee is $125. Artists notified starting May 15.

Questions? Email Ranger Liz: [email protected].

CERT 2025 basic training 🚨

Do you know what to do in a crisis? It’s okay if you don’t — not a lot of us do. It’s why first responders undergo training. But when there’s a widespread emergency, they might not be able to meet increased need. That’s where you come in. You could be a member of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) by undergoing a FEMA-based program to learn disaster preparedness. Spring dates for the training program were just announced:

🗓 April 26: 9 AM–4 PM
🗓 April 27: 9 AM–4 PM
🗓 May 3: 9 AM–4 PM
🗓 May 4: Noon–4:30 PM

Training is held at the Fire Training Academy, 415 Maxwell Frye Road, Millersville, 21108. Get more info and register online.

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CIVIL NEWS

⚖️ County Council meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday’s County Council meeting:

• Forest Drive/MD 665 Intersection Improvement

• Miniature Pigs in Residential Districts

• School Bus Facilities

• See full agenda

The meeting is at 7 PM in the Arundel Center. The public is welcome to attend. Click here to submit testimony or watch online. 44 Calvert Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Huge Semi-Annual Sale at Mills Fine Wine and Spirits!

Mills Fine Wine and Spirits has been Annapolis’ go-to spot for its wide selection of excellent wines, liquor, and beer. They’ll have their huge semi-annual sale from February 13–17, 2025. Enjoy 25% off mixed cases of wine, 15% off all beer and 20% off all liquor! You can shop online, curbside or in-store. Whether you're a wine connoisseur, a cocktail enthusiast, or just stocking up, now’s the time to save. Visit their website today to learn more!*

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WEATHER

Friday

37 🌡️ 29 | ☀️ | 1% | 💨 NW 14 mph (12 knots)

Saturday

39 🌡️ 36 | 🌧️ | 100% | 💨 SE 9 mph (8 knots)

Sunday

53 🌡️ 30 | 🌧️ | 78% | 💨 SSW 15 mph (13 knots)

Monday

37 🌡️ 23 | 🌤️ | 0% | 💨 WNW 17 mph (15 knots)

Tuesday

33 🌡️ 20 | ⛅ | 1% | 💨 NW 11 mph (10 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 37ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Friday

49 West | TBA | 8–11 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | Timmie Metz Band | 8:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4–7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Ferro & Friends | 9–12 PM
Brian Boru | Aidan Ewald and Co. | 7–10 PM
The Choptank | Hunter Rich | 8 PM
Great Frogs | Katie Fisher | 5–8 PM
Killarney House | Pete Best | 7:30–10:30 PM
The Lodge | Patrick Donovan | 8–11 PM
Market House | Alex G Lee and Faith E | 6–9 PM
Middleton Tavern | Moon Cherry| 10 PM
Old Stein | Ryan Keith & Thomas Coster | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Steve McCoy | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Over the Rhine | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Mike Miller | 8 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Kick Back Classic | 7 PM

Saturday

49 West | Gary Wright, Leah Weiss & Jimmy Jacobs | 7:30–10:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Revolving Doors | 9 PM
Brian Boru | The Loose Cannons | 7–10 PM
The Choptank | Patrick Donovan | 8 PM
Great Frogs | Angie Miller | 12:30–3:30 PM
Killarney House | Brandon the Wandering Bard | 7:30–10:30 PM
Middleton Tavern | Michael McHenry Tribe | 10 PM
Pirates Cove | John Luskey | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Duran Duran Experience | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Beatless Band | 9 PM
Reynolds Tavern | b.en | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Stillbound 2.0 | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Chad Keopf | 8 PM

Sunday

49 West | The Befuddlers | 4–7 PM
49 West | Dream Punch | 8–10 PM
Brian Boru | Brendan Pelan | 4–8 PM
Great Frogs | Soren Mattson | 12:30–3:30 PM
Market House | Casey McConville | 5–7 PM
Pirates Cove | Kurt Gibbons | 3–6 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Emmaline w/ Madisun Bailey | 7:30 PM | Tickets

Monday

49 West | Juliet Lloyd with Jen Schimpf | 7:30–10:30 PM

Tuesday

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head Roadhouse | Callum Toner | 7 PM

NAVY SPORTS

Upcoming games

Baseball
2/14 @ Richmond | 11 AM
2/14 @ Richmond | 1:30 PM
2/15 @ Richmond | 1 PM
2/18 vs. Coppin State | 3 PM

Women's Basketball (15-8)
2/15 vs. Army | 11 AM

Men’s Basketball (9-17)
2/15 vs. Army | 1:30 PM

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