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Community reinvestment and repair grant, Bay Bridge Boat Show, Volunteers needed...

Naptown Scoop
April 09, 2025

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Good morning, Annapolis. Maryland lawmakers used the final minutes of the legislative session to make the Orange Crush our official state cocktail. And even though we invented it (Ocean City circa summer 1995), we weren’t the first to elevate it to state cocktail status. Delaware beat us to the punch last year.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Community reinvestment and repair grant
Bay Bridge Boat Show
Volunteers needed: 0.05K Bridge Run

Let’s get to it.

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

Brad Kappel’s Home of the Week: Rare Opportunity on Iconic Spa Creek

Annapolis waterfront living doesn’t get much better than this.

Set along Annapolis’ beloved Spa Creek, this custom-built, 5-bedroom, 4-bath home was designed for those who expect the best. With over 4,500 sq ft of living space, 12-foot ceilings, panoramic water views, and meticulous craftsmanship throughout, every inch of this home feels exceptional.

An open floor plan encourages seamless indoor/outdoor living, flowing from the sunlit interior to the expansive ipe deck, stone patio, lush backyard, and private deep-water pier. Take a water taxi from your dock straight into downtown Annapolis or launch your own boat to explore the Chesapeake Bay.

Whether it’s sunrise coffee on the balcony or sunset cocktails by the water, life here is pure Annapolis charm.

Contact Brad Kappel today to schedule your private tour of this Spa Creek treasure.

THE DIGEST

Western Shore Veterinary Hospital offers your pets the finest wellness care, state-of-the-art diagnostics, dental treatment, and surgery ranging from spays/neuters to sophisticated treatments. You can find them online, by phone at 443-936-0660, or at 910C Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.

Dog of the Week: Hellooooo, Abraham!

Look at that terrier with its cute little derriere! Ok, so he would definitely tell me that doesn’t rhyme and that I should do better. This chunk-o-spunk is a nine-year old terrier mix who is personable and smart, but also stubborn. Like your favorite grandpa in a 18-pound body. And just like your pop-pop, his favorite activities are sitting on the couch with you eating snacks and barking at people who step on your lawn.

He’s a homebody and likes things just so, and he might have some choice words about that putz you’re dating. But he’s affectionate and loyal and has quite possibly the cutest little tail wag we’ve ever seen. Put him in a bow tie and watch him stop traffic: this pup gets attention like he’s got warm Werther’s Originals in his pocket, so stop wasting time and bring this little old man home.

Does your nonprofit need some profits?

Silly question. The answer’s always yes. When Maryland passed the Cannabis Reform Act in 2022, they not only legalized marijuana for adult use: they created the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund which earmarks a portion of cannabis tax revenue for community reinvestment. Now, those communities most impacted by the criminalization of cannabis can seek grants to repair and rebuild. Grants range from $20,000 to $100,000 and must address one of the following issues:

Mental health and substance abuse services
Education, youth enrichment, and after-school activities
Housing and homelessness prevention
Workforce development and employment training

If interested, check out a virtual info session between now and April 17. For more information and the application process, click here.

Volunteers Needed: 0.05K Bridge Run 🏃🏻‍♂️

Nope, that’s not a typo. The annual 0.05K Run is an actual run across the Eastport Bridge. This year, it’s on May 10 at the crack of noon. And as you can imagine, it takes a lot of volunteer support for the runners to sustain that long distance. (No, seriously. Volunteers really are necessary to pull this kind of event off.) Volunteers help set up, hand out T-shirts, check in registrants, run the hydration stations, and much more. Sign up for a volunteer slot. The distance might not be that serious, but it’s a full day of celebrating and funds raised always support local charities.

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Opening this Weekend, Boating at its Best – The Bay Bridge Boat Show Safe Harbor Narrows Point

It’s finally here! The Bay Bridge Boat Show opens this weekend in Grasonville. Outdoor and in-water, there will be over 250 boats to climb aboard and explore. Plus, there will be food trucks, vendors, a pool bar, demo rides, free boating seminars, oyster shucking tutorials, and so much more. With the new location, there are eight restaurants, four hotels, a nature park, and over 800 parking spaces within a mile of the show (made walkable and bikeable by the Cross-Island Trail). It’s easier than ever to turn a trip to the boat show into a fun day by the bay that the whole family will enjoy. For tickets and info, visit BayBridgeBoatShow.com.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Today’s featured event. . .

Boats, beers, and new boating gear? Yes, please. The Bay Bridge Boat Show is back in Grasonville at a brand new marina with 250+ boats, food trucks, demo rides, a pool bar, and complimentary seminars. Turn it into a full day with 8 nearby restaurants, a nature park, and 4 hotels. April 11–13 at Safe Harbor Narrows Point.

What to do this week

ALL WEEK
🎪 Cirque de Paris, Annapolis Mall – One of France’s most famous circus families has brought their big top to town. Shows run every night through Sunday with 2 on Friday and Sunday and 3 on Saturday.

FRIDAY 11TH
🍕🍦🚐 Food Truck Friday Grand Opening, Parole — same spot as the county farmers’ market. Truck-hop local favorites like Greek on the Street, Wanna Pizza This, Always Ice Cream, and more! 4–8 PM.

🖋️ St. John’s College Lecture Series, Downtown Annapolis. Hear college tutor Matt Caswell’s lecture A Biological Theme in Kant’s Transcendental Deduction. Q&A to follow. 7:30 PM.

Save these dates

APRIL 27TH
🍷📚 Read Between the Wines, Great Frogs Winery. Sip, socialize, and support your library. 5–8 PM. Grab early bird tickets by April 18.

MAY 3RD
🐴🧘‍♀️ Festival at the Farm, Forest Drive. Support Wellness House of Annapolis (they help cancer patients + their families) at an event featuring wellness activities (think yoga and massage), delicious/nutritious food, and music. 1–5 PM. Bonus: catch the Healing Horses demo.

📚 Annapolis Book Festival, Key School. Join nationally renowned authors and thousands of readers for this classic Annapolis event celebrating books and literacy. 10 AM–5 PM.

MAY 9TH
🌷London Town in Bloom Gala, Edgewater. Expect serenading from a live string quartet, breathtaking garden strolls, and an exclusive auction at Historic London Town and Gardens’ signature fundraising event. 6–10 PM.

MAY 10–11TH
🪴 Historic Annapolis Plant Sale, William Paca House. A 50-year tradition where 8,000 plants raised by HA volunteers are sold to support Historic Annapolis’ mission. Some even came from the Paca Garden. HA members get in 30 minutes early Saturday and get a 10% discount.

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.

CIVIL NEWS

AACPS inches toward fewer early dismissals

In a move that will likely have working parents shouting “hallelujah,” AACPS has moved one step closer toward reducing the number of early dismissals each year. A bill granting an exception to the required 180-day school year passed the Maryland General Assembly on Saturday, and now heads to Governor Moore’s desk. The school district uses the early dismissal days for professional development and extra grading, but the days have proven problematic with teachers, families, and employees: attendance drops on early dismissal days, leaving teachers struggling with effective lesson plans, while families scramble to find childcare.

IMPORTANT: This bill grants AACPS an exception to the education day requirement. There’s also an hour requirement AACPS will still meet. ($)

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EXTRA SPRINKLES

Shop For Denim & Diamonds at Mason-Mayes!

Denim & Diamonds is just around the corner! Join us at Mason-Mayes in Annapolis on April 9 from 4-7 PM for a fun giveback night. Browse outfits, accessories, mingle with friends, and enter to win tickets to the Denim & Diamonds Bash and a denim jacket! Plus, 10% of all sales from the event will support Denim & Diamonds. Special thanks to Founding Chair Claudia Boldyga and Chairs Kristin Fleckenstein, Marnie Kagan, and Sarah Walsh for planning an incredible Bash on April 26! Get your tickets before they sell out!*

First class temporary restroom solutions, available next-day

At Royal Flush, we’re proud to rent the best restroom trailers in Maryland. Whether it’s a few week renovation or a six-month semi-permanent solution, we have what you need. Our luxury restroom trailers are air-conditioned, heated, and boast running water. We stock them with brand-name soaps, lotions, and amenities and keep them cleaner than anyone else. So when you need temporary restrooms (even if you need them tomorrow), call Royal Flush.*

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WEATHER

Wednesday

51 🌡️ 43 | ☀️ | 1% | ESE 10 mph (9 knots)

Thursday

55 🌡️ 47 | ☁️ | 24% | SE 14 mph (12 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 53ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

Wednesday

Thursday

NAVY SPORTS

Upcoming games

Baseball (18-15)
4/9 vs. Mount St. Mary's | 3 PM

Women's Soccer (9-10-2)
4/9 @ Maryland | 7:30 PM

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🍦Will AACPS cancel early dismissal?

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