🍦 What's a dragon boat?

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Anyone else feel that slight chill in the air last night? Fall is coming and we are. Here. For. It. Summer’s great and all but I’m over sweating through three shirts a day.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Drive-in movie night

• 911 update 📲 

• Energy Assistance grants

Let’s get to it.

—Ryan Sneddon & Rebecca Kraybill

Nonprofit of the Week: Annapolis Dragon Boat Club

This feature is officially back! Every week we’re going to highlight an awesome nonprofit doing great work around Annapolis. The queue is full so we aren’t accepting new requests until we knock a few off the list.

The Annapolis Dragon Boat Club promotes healthy bodies and supports cancer patients (especially breast cancer) by paddling dragon boats (which are basically 48-foot canoes) up and down Spa Creek and in races around the area.

Annapolitan – and breast cancer survivor – Mike Ashford started the club in 2010 with a handful of friends. Now it has over 100 members that drive from near and far to paddle with the club. When I paddled with the club a couple weeks ago, our friends at the Bosom Buddies Foundation joined the dragon boaters to celebrate their new partnership.

Paddling a dragon boat makes anyone healthier because it’s a great workout. But it’s especially helpful for breast cancer survivors. According to the research of Dr. Dan McKenzie, dragon boat paddling plays a major role in reducing lymphedema and building much-needed strength.

Anyone is welcome to join the club. Click here to learn more.

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

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Brad Kappel is excited to present The Friary – the most exquisite estate in Annapolis on or off the market.

The Friary is set on 23 secluded acres high above the Severn River yet it’s just a few minutes away from downtown Annapolis by boat or car. Getting to Washington D.C. is equally easy. Route 50 is moments away.

The stately 35,000 square foot home, formerly a Capuchin monastery, contains 7 bedrooms, 8 full bathrooms, and a chapel turned ballroom. Other extraordinary features include 11 fireplaces, an indoor and outdoor pool, and a six slip 10’ MLW private marina – conveniently accessible via funicular.

Unmatched opulence awaits. Contact Brad Kappel for your private tour of The Friary today.

THE DIGEST

📞 911, I’d like to report a dropped 911 call

If 911 doesn’t pick up, what do you do? You can call Ghostbusters – or you can hang up and wait. The county police department suggested the latter this week, announcing that some incoming 911 calls have dropped due to technical issues. The department says not all calls are affected, but someone will return your call immediately should you not be connected at first.

No one needs to live in the dark

Know a neighbor who could use help keeping their heat and electricity on? The Community Action Agency of Anne Arundel County is accepting applications for its new Energy Assistance program year. The program supports income-eligible county residents in meeting their utility bills. Apply online or in person at the Annapolis or Linthicum Heights locations.

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SPONSORED BY SONIA’S TABLE

Chef made meals at your doorstep👩‍🍳

The word on West Street is there's a new dining craze in town. You don't have to call ahead. In fact, you don't even have to leave home!

Sonia’s Table offers a vast selection of hearty, chef-made meals – each one prepared fresh with locally-sourced ingredients and delivered right to your door. Whether you need family meals or individual portions, Sonia’s Table has you covered. And delivery is 100% free.

Just a quick pro tip: Mention Naptown Scoop when you subscribe and you’ll get five free meals. Start enjoying fresh, chef-made meals this week.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Audiovisual artist tour at Maryland Hall

Sound. Light. Solar power. Craig Collorusso isn’t afraid to play with ethereal mediums. If you haven’t yet experienced the art of Maryland Hall’s artist-in-residence, here’s your final chance. Craig’s giving guided tours of his sound and light exhibit, culminating in a documentary screening. Thursday (8/24) and Friday (8/25) at 11 AM. Registration recommended. 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

COMMUNITY23 exhibit closing reception

Here’s your last chance to see this exhibit hosted by the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County with ANDCreative Studio. Mingle with local artists and admire their work at the closing reception. Thursday (8/24) at 5:30–7 PM, Martino Gallery at Maryland Hall. 801 Chase Street Annapolis, MD 21401

📽️🚗 Drive-in movie night

Sink your teeth into an iconic thriller this weekend. SOFO (SOuth FOrest)’s free drive-in movie night returns on Friday (8/25) with Jaws. Live music starts at 7 PM followed by the film at dusk, projected onto the wall of the Bay Ridge Shopping Center. Order food and drinks straight to your vehicle from Grump’s Café. Shoot an email here to claim your car’s spot. Once the lot is full you’ll have to BYO seat.

Smoke on the Water

A four-course meal. Cigar giveaways. After dinner poker. It’s not Ocean’s Eleven, it’s just Smoke On The Water Summer hosted by the aficionados behind cigar shop Vitola 121. Join the hazy summer fun at Fleet Reserve Rooftop Deck this Friday (8/25).

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

A Modern Take on School

Curiosity may kill cats, but it’s innovation rocket fuel in humans. Unfortunately, our school system crushes curiosity year by year until kids hate learning because learning = school and school = boring. As Einstein said, “It’s a miracle that curiosity survives formal education.” Acton Academy Annapolis’ unique approach stimulates curiosity through collaborative work, mixed-age classes, tons of outdoor activities, and much more. Curious? Click here to learn more about Acton Academy Annapolis.*

Out with the Old, in with the New

Love your cabinets but think they could use a refresh? Blue Star Paint is the answer. They specialize in helping clients find the perfect color. Then they carefully bring your vision to life, one paint stroke at a time. If you’ve been wanting a new look without the hassle and cost of replacement, visit their website to get a free quote.*

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WEATHER

Wednesday

79 🌡️ 71 | 🌤️ | 4% | 💨 ENE 7 mph (6 knots)

Thursday

81 🌡️ 73 | 🌧️ | 42% | 💨 S 14 mph (12 knots)

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Wednesday

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends | 5–7 PM
Brian Boru | Larry Lay | 6–9 PM
Dark Horse | Nate & Jim | 9 PM
Dinner Under The Stars | Island Breeze | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Market House | Michael K | 6 PM
Middleton Tavern | Scott Voores | 6–9 PM
Mother's Peninsula Grille | Mixed Business | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Eddie Rogers | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Al Stewart | 8 PM | Tickets
Reynolds Tavern | b.en | 7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Royal Flush | 9 PM

Thursday

49 West | Shook/ Russo | 7:30–9:30 PM
Brian Boru | Brian Gaffney | 6:30–9:30 PM
Dark Horse | Loose Ties | 9 PM
Killarney House | Loose Change | 6–9 PM
Metropolitan Rooftop | Shelby Morgan | 6 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Rams Head On Stage | The Four Horsemen | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Mike Miller | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | Kavoossi| 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Federico Tubaya | 6 PM
Vibe | Open Mic Night | 9 PM

SPORTS

Navy Schedule

Women's Soccer (1–0–1)
8/24 @ University of Maryland | 6 PM

Men's Soccer
8/24 @ UNC Asheville | 6 PM

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