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Naptown Scoop
July 30, 2025

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Good morning, Annapolis. heard someone refer to crab mallets as “Maryland chopsticks” over the weekend and haven’t stopped thinking about it since. Anyhow, please pass the Old Bay.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Sizzling Hot Steak Sale
Compass Rose New Season
Dream Baby Décor

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

Brad Kappel’s Listing: Refined Waterfront Living in Arnold

Perched above the Magothy River and Chesapeake Bay, this 2021 custom-built home offers elegant, coastal living with sweeping water views and refined finishes throughout.

Designed across three levels, the home includes five bedrooms, four baths, and a thoughtfully open floor plan that invites the outdoors in. A screened porch and covered patio overlook the private 300-foot pier—complete with boat lift, jet ski lifts, and room to watch the water stretch into the horizon.

Inside, warm wood tones, a coffered ceiling, and a wood-burning fireplace lend character to the main living space. The kitchen features an oversized island and butler’s pantry—tailored for quiet mornings or casual entertaining. The upper-level suite offers a private balcony, fireplace, and spa-style bath. An entry-level bonus suite, swim spa, 3.5-car garage, and elevator shaft add comfort and flexibility.

Discover this timeless waterfront retreat with Brad Kappel.

THE DIGEST

Epping Forest story correction

Hey Scoop. Ryan here. We goofed yesterday in our Epping Forest Marina story. First, we should never have published it since it affects such a small (yet very important) part of Annapolis. And second, we got some things wrong. I’m sorry for our error. Here’s what we goofed and what’s actually true, according to a trusted source in the neighborhood:

🚤 Epping Forest Boat Club members will be responsible for the marina financing, but residents who are not Boat Club members won’t see any new marina charges.

🚤 The community vote complied with community bylaws, and the results were 118 for and 63 against (not 115 for and 64 against, as originally reported in the Capital).

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: Meet Campbell 🐾

Back in January, a certain somebody (okay, his name is Campbell) arrived at the SPCA. He was less than a year old at the time, and now he’s only 1 year and 4 months — still a puppy, even though he’s a big pit bull mix. And in addition to his big size, he’s got a big heart. The SPCA says he’s friendly and energetic, loves going on long walks, and gets along with other dogs. Sounds like he needs a home that can match his energy and affection for a long time. Stop by Wing 1 of the SPCA to meet Campbell in person.

Survey: One Bite, Forever — What’s Your Annapolis Pick? 🍽️

It’s survey time. If y’all could eat at only one Annapolis restaurant for the rest of your life, which would it be — and why? Cast your vote and defend your forever favorite. 🗳️

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Sizzling Hot Steak Sale 🥩

Omaha Steaks has been at the Annapolis Harbour Center for almost 30 years, but the company is much much older. It’s turning 108 this year and to celebrate, the entire store is 50% off and you can get an additional 10% when you show this coupon through August 10.

P.S. This isn’t sponsored. We just love a good deal on steaks and other delightful foods.

Dream Baby Décor 🤰🏼👶🏻

Dream Baby Décor will replace the Mattress Store in a shopping center across from the Annapolis Mall on General’s Hwy. The shop — which sells everything from baby and toddler clothing to furniture and maternity items — is moving into a space nearly twice the size of its current store (soon to be showroom) on Chinquapin Round Rd. Founded by local mom Amy Tech, she plans to open the new store later this summer.

Meanwhile, the Mattress Store still operates a Chester location with a new Annapolis shop coming soon — is offering to cover your Bay Bridge toll and lunch if you buy at their Eastern Shore store. ($)

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.

That’s Not the Deck You Remember

A few seasons of rain, pollen, and mildew will do that. What used to be your favorite hangout now looks dull, dingy, and a little sad.

Blue Heron Property Services can change that. Their washing method gently removes grime without damaging the wood—no streaks, no splinters, no pressure washer gouges. Just clean, bright boards that make your whole backyard feel brand new.

Annapolis homeowners trust Blue Heron to bring their decks back to life. Ready to love yours again?

Get your free estimate today.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Compass Rose Announces New Season 🎭

Is the sun going to come out tomorrow, or is there no day but today? Both can be true, at least at Compass Rose Theater for the 2025–2026 season. The professional nonprofit theater just announced its latest lineup, which includes the ever-popular musicals Annie and Rent, as well as a nonmusical adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and a Compass Rose Cabaret highlighting favorite musical moments from the theater’s past 15 years. So be sure to mark your calendars:

Sept. 19–Oct. 19: Annie
Nov. 14–Dec. 14: Pride and Prejudice
Feb. 6–March 8: Rent
April 10–26: Compass Rose Cabaret

1 Week Away: A Taste of Arundel Grown 🌽🍷🎣

Like we always write: “fresh is best.” A Taste of Arundel Grown — coming up Wednesday, August 6 from 5:30–8 PM — is a delicious way to live that mantra. Hosted at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville by Arundel Ag, the signature event features food, beer, and wine all grown, raised, produced, or caught right here in Anne Arundel County. Bonus: proceeds benefit the Agricultural Business Improvement Grant Fund.

So, eat and drink locally. Grab your tickets now and see all the included perks!

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

The #2 Way to Make Fundraisers Better

What’s the first way? No idea. But the #2 way is definitely luxury bathroom trailers. People have called Royal Flush’s bathrooms the “nicest bathrooms I’ve ever seen” and “better than the bathrooms in my house.” And that’s not made-up marketing talk. Those are real quotes we’ve heard on the job. Want your guests to say the same? Studies show that guests who like the bathrooms donate more⁺. Call Royal Flush at 410-881-6848 to secure the finest bathrooms in town.*

_⁺_{We made this up but the quotes are real.}

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NAVY SPORTS

IMG Academy Joins Navy's Roster of Foundation Schools ⚓️🌟

Florida’s elite IMG Academy is now an official Foundation School for the Naval Academy Alumni Association’s Athletics & Scholarships Program (A&SP). USNA AD Michael Kelly calls the partnership “a natural fit.” Known for developing top-tier student-athletes, IMG will help prepare future mids through a post-grad year focused on academic and athletic readiness. The move strengthens Navy’s recruiting pipeline and extends A&SP’s reach (already supporting 4,000+ USNA grads) beyond the Chesapeake. IMG is the 16th foundation school to join A&SP, which has sent an average of 45 candidates annually to prep schools over the past five years — about 30% of them recruited athletes. ($)

🤩 Star Sightings: IMG launched as the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy, producing Serena and Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova, and golf greats Emiliano Grillo and Nelly Korda. Current pro alumni include Vikings QB JJ McCarthy, Nationals outfielder James Wood, and Grizzlies center Zach Edey.

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THANKS!

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