🍦Who wants to be in a parade?

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Annapolis. Tuck this in your pocket for the next time you’re strolling West Street and need a fun fact. The first theatre in Annapolis (and one of America’s first five) was called the New Theatre and was built in 1771 not far from where Rams Head Tavern sits now. George Washington used to enjoy plays there. He wrote about it in his diary.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

• Farewell and following seas to Ed DeChellis

• Where to spend happy hour today

• When’s trash day?

Let’s get to it.

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

SPONSORED BY URELAX MOVERS

Moving? Let’s ditch the junk while you’re at it

Every time I move (which has been 3 times in the last 5 years), I look at everything I own and ask myself the same question, “Have I used or worn this in the last year?” And if the answer’s no . . . well, someone else gets the chance to love it.

That’s why I think it’s brilliant that U Relax Movers offers moving and junk removal services on the same day! Not only will they pack, lift, and haul everything out of your home and into your new one; they can get rid of all the stuff you don’t want, too.

That means no separate calls. No extra hassle. Just one professional team, handling your move from start to finish.

U Relax, they move (and clean up too). Call 703 608-1935 or visit urelaxmoving.com to get a quote.

THE DIGEST

The wheels on the bus go round and round (very quietly)

Annapolis is revealing two new 100% electric buses this afternoon at the Pip Moyer Recreation Center. City officials say they are quieter and smoother than their diesel counterparts making for a pleasant riding experience. Want to see the buses and other electric transit options in Annapolis? Come to the Pip Moyer Recreation Center today at 1 PM to see the new buses and even have a demo ride – 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis, MD 21403

When’s trash day again?

If you live in Severna Park, you may have a new trash day. Starting Monday, the county’s shifting some trash collection routes around. Plug in your address here to see if that includes you. Live somewhere else and always forget to put the cans out? Plug in your address here to see your day of the week. And for all other questions like what goes where, how do I get rid of yard waste (including Christmas trees), and will the county take my old refrigerator, go here anytime.

Who wants to be in a parade? 🎆 🇺🇸

Even though they predate the United States by thousands of years, parades somehow feel quintessentially American. Feel the same as me? Maybe you’ll want to put your business, nonprofit, civic organization, or even your book club in one of two upcoming parades.

• Annapolis Memorial Day Parade: May 26 @ 10 AM

• Annapolis Independence Day Parade: July 4 @ 6:30 PM

Interested parties can find all the info needed for either parade online (Memorial Day | Independence Day) but there’s something you should know. There’s nothing political allowed in the Memorial Day Parade. It’s for honoring Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice for fellow countrymen they never even met.

New Village Academy groundbreaking postponed

Quick update: New Village Academy’s 4 PM groundbreaking today has been postponed. The March 30 information session at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall is still on. It runs from 2–3:30 PM. New Village Academy plans to have a new groundbreaking date soon.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Thirsty Thursday 🍻 🍷 🍹

The weekend’s in sight. So what better way to spend Friday Jr. than unwinding with bargain drinks and whatever friends happen to be free this evening. Here’s where we’d go if we were you.

🐠 Yellow Fin | 2840 Solomons Island Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037

Discounted drinks (and food) with a water view? Yes, please! Enjoy $5 draft beers or $7 house wine (Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay) from 3 to 7 PM.

🛥️ The Point | 700 Mill Creek Rd. Arnold, MD 21012

There’s a reason for the catchphrase, “Get to the POINT!” Happy Hour from 3—6 PM is the place to be, sitting on the dock of the bay and enjoying these deals:

🍺 $3 domestic drafts
🍺 $5 craft/import drafts
🍹$1 off rail drinks
🍷 $6 house wines

Bonus: Get 1/2 priced appetizers during the same timeframe. We’ve eaten them all and every single one is delicious. Fried Pickles, Chesapeake Wings, and Mussels are Scoop favorites! And they’ve got live music from 5 to 8.

🦪 Annapolis Market House | 25 Market Space, Annapolis, MD 21401

This is aggressive but the Annapolis Market House offers all-day happy hour on Thursdays. Doors are open from 11 AM to 10 PM. Enjoy a libation and live music with one of the best window seats in town. Micheal Miller plays tonight from 7–10 PM.

LAA’s Flagship application deadline is looming

Leadership training programs are a dime a dozen. Colleges do them, big companies offer them, and we’ve all seen an influencer or two slinging an online course. But local leadership programs are a different animal entirely. And the most well-known here is Leadership Anne Arundel’s Flagship.

Over 10 months, 45–50 folks get a behind-the-scenes look at our community. It’s comprehensive, hands-on, and multi-disciplinary. Each month the group spends a full day diving deep into 8 different areas: Government, economic development, education, agriculture, and more.

The Class of 2026 starts in September but applications close March 31. So if this sounds interesting to you, get to typing.

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.

SPONSORED BY ANNAPOLIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Feel the Rhythm. Catch the Fiesta!

Want to get swept away in a vibrant celebration of sound? Us too. That’s why we’ll be at Masterworks V: Fiesta with the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra on April 4 & 5 at Maryland Hall.

The musical program includes . . . 

🎶 Ravel’s lush Daphnis et Chloé
 🎻 Sonia Morales-Matos’ fiery Fiesta No. 2 featuring the Dalí Quartet
🌎 And a world première from rising star Roydon Tse

Join us April 4 & 5 at Maryland Hall for a night of passion, power, and cultural fusion under the baton of Maestro José-Luis Novo.

🎟️ Scoop Exclusive! Buy One, Get One FREE with code SCOOPBOGO. Tickets are going fast: Get yours now!

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Weekend Preview

Ah, March. In like a lion, out like a soft, snuggly, cuddly little lamb. This weekend’s forecast is absolutely perfect, so grab your friends and your Claritin and get ready to have some fun.

St. John's College Formal Lecture Series - The Power of Solitude in Sophocles' Philoctetes Friday, March 28, 7:30 PM Dr. Emily Austin is an Associate Professor of Classics at the University of Chicago. She’ll discuss dichotomies in Sophocles’ play and offer new interpretations of a classic.

Annapolis Film Festival Thursday through Sunday We say this every year, but the films just get better and better. This year’s slate features documentaries and feature presentations, with first-timers and Hollywood veterans sitting alongside each other. Check it out and get tickets now.

Leadership Anne Arundel Hosts 5th Annual Food Collective Event Saturday, March 29, 10 AM–2 PM M&T Bank, 170 Jennifer Road LAA is partnering with local blood banks and clothing collection agencies to create this great way to give back. Pack up your clean clothing ready for the donation bin and bring along some foodstuffs to give back to our community. They’re specifically in need of items such as Croc-type shoes, undergarments, personal hygiene, baby food, and easy proteins. While you’re there, take your outreach one step further and donate blood (link to schedule yourself is here).

Local By Design Artisan’s Market Friday through Sunday 1818 Margaret Ave. It’s Market Weekend at Local by Design! It’s a great way to spend a Saturday, but if you want to get a heads up on all the offerings before everyone else, head over between 4 and 7 PM on Friday for their regular happy hour.

Eastport Civic Association’s 3rd Annual Appraisal Roadshow Saturday, March 29. Two shows: 10–11 AM; 1–2:30 PM Eastport Democratic Club, 525 State St. Think Aunt Edna’s soup tureen really served soup to George Washington? Bring it down to the Eastport Democratic Club on Saturday and have the pros appraise it in this always fun event. Appraisals are just $15 each (bring as many as you like) and doors open an hour before the show.

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.

WEATHER

Thursday

57 🌡️ 43 | 🌤️ | 2% | WNW 10 mph (9 knots)

Friday

64 🌡️ 56 | ⛅ | 15% | 💨 S 9 mph (8 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 50ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Thursday

49 West | Anthony Pocetti & Friends | 7:30–11 PM
Brian Boru | Ray Wroten | 6:30–9:30 PM
Killarney House | Timmie & Tambo | 6–9 PM
Market House | Micheal Miller | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
The Point | Bryan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Scott Kirby Band | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Aaron Hawkins | 4:30 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Greta Green Band | 7 PM

Friday

49 West | Elena Barrett with Ben Grant | 7:30–10 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | Mac Heat | 8:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4–7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Timmie Metz Band | 9–12 PM
Brian Boru | The Loose Cannons | 7–10 PM
The Choptank | Mike Sharp | 8 PM
Killarney House | Ray Weaver | 7:30–10:30 PM
The Lodge | Jennifer Schimpf | 8–11 PM
Market House | Local Songwriters Showcase | 7–10 PM
Middleton Tavern | Shatners | 10 PM
Old Stein | Doug Segree | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Pete Best | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Sam Grow w/ Blake Wood | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Wet Cowboys | 8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Shawn Owens | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | 3rd Shift | 7 PM

NAVY SPORTS

🎙️ Farewell and Following Seas to Ed DeChellis

Last week, Ed DeChellis announced his retirement after 14 years as Navy men's basketball coach. DeChellis, who was a Division I head coach for 29 years and spent 43 years in college basketball, cited the desire to spend more time with family as reason for stepping away. DeChellis joins the podcast to talk about the decision and his tenure at the Naval Academy. We also talk to interim head coach Jon Perry about DeChellis. Listen.

Past results

Women's Lacrosse (7-4)
3/26 vs Loyola | L 20–19

Upcoming games

Baseball (12-11)
3/28 @ Army | 1 PM
3/28 @ Army | 4 PM

Women's Soccer (9-10-2)
3/28 vs. Temple | 6 PM

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