Eye On Annapolis' picks for upcoming events!

Published: Fri, 02/07/20

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Thanks for being a loyal email subscriber. Every week, we get hundreds of emails with different events happening in the region. All of them are on our calendar (and you can submit your own too); but, we also scour the submissions and hand pick out a few that really seem good--and here they are for you!


Tickets now on sale for the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning
Celebrate the spring equinox and the beginning of boating season in March by burning those nasty winter socks at the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning on Saturday, March 21, 2020, 12 – 4 p.m. In a tradition dating back to the late-1970s, Annapolitans relieve themselves of the necessities of winter as the “Burn Your […]


Watermark to offer African American Heritage Tour
Annapolis Tours by Watermark announces its first special event walking tour of 2020! Watermark’s African American Heritage Tour is a two-hour walking tour in Annapolis’ Historic District of African American life and accomplishment from the 17th century to modern day, presented in partnership with the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation. The final tour will be on […]


BONUS PODCAST: A few minutes with Ray Parker Jr of Ghostbusters fame
If you asked a kid in 1984, “who you gonna call?” They’d say Ghostbusters!   If you asked a kid that same question today, you’d get the same answer! GRAMMY winner and OSCAR nominated singer/songwriter/guitarist Ray Parker, Jr. is coming to the Rams Head On Stage for a single show on February 7th. We chatted on […]


2nd Annual Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival set for June 27th
Last June, the first-ever Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival in Maryland’s state capital drew thousands of people to the downtown business district. It was a family-friendly event that attracted positive recognition from national and local news media, and won the Washington Blade’s “Best Regional Pride” award in 2019. Annapolis Pride is excited to build on […]


Did you know these 6 things about Eye On Annapolis?
OK so the title is a bit click-baity (Buzz Feed eat your heart out) but recently several people have mentioned that they were unaware of some of the other benefits for being a reader of Eye On Annapolis.  So, in case you did not know, here you are. We Have A Weekly Events Newsletter We […]


Southside Johnny back at Rams Head On Stage
Rams Head On Stage is a little taste of Nashville, New Orleans, and Austin all rolled up in one!  A small, intimate venue where no seat is more than 48 feet from the stage. A small venue that packs a big punch with top national acts 364 days a year.  Check out the latest shows […]


John Lodge of the Moody Blues will be at Rams Head On Stage on March 3rd
John Lodge is a bass guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the iconic Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2018 inductees, The Moody Blues. Songwriter of such mega Moody Blues hits from “Ride My SeeSaw,” to “I’m Just A Singer (In A Rock and Roll Band),” “Isn’t Life Strange?” and many more. Lodge has been performing […]


Visit the Philadelphia Flower Show with Historic Annapolis
Join Historic Annapolis on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 for an exclusive day trip to the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s (PHS) 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show, the world’s largest and longest-running horticultural event. Travel by deluxe motor coach to enjoy displays inspired by the world’s exotic Mediterranean gardens and spend the day exploring the allure and extraordinary plant […]


Board of Education seeking applicants for Citizen’s Advisory Commission
The Board of Education is now accepting applications for openings on the Executive Committee of its countywide Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC), a 30-member panel that provides input and advice on specific issues surrounding education throughout the county. The panel consists of two representatives from each of the 12 high school clusters, one representing elementary schools […]


Admiral Vince Leggett to speak on African American retreats along the Chesapeake Bay
Vince Leggett, “Admiral of the Chesapeake” and founder of the Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation will be at the historic Galesville Community Center (former Rosenwald School) for a special program on Saturday, February 29, 2020.  Doors open at 2:00 pm. Admiral Leggett will share a multi-media presentation at 3:00 pm, highlighting the culinary heritage and traditions of popular African American retreats […]


Blue Ribbon Project and Fence & Deck Connection to pair up with Black Bears on February 29th
Today, the Maryland Black Bears announced Fence and Deck Connection Inc. will be their ‘Official Fence and Deck Sponsor.’ Included in the partnership, the Black Bears will hold a “Fence and Deck Connection Night” on February 29th, 2020, hosting the Blue Ribbon Project. The Blue Ribbon Project is a 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization […]


AMFM offering $4000 in grants for Summer Youth Program
Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians, Inc. (AMFM), a nonprofit organization that supports professional Annapolis musicians and music programs for youth, is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for grants of up to $4,000 from its David Glaser Educational Fund. The award will go to organizations in the greater Annapolis area whose summer programs […]


TONIGHT: Summit School to host 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo
The Summit School will host its 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo, presented by CovingtonAlsina**, on Friday, February 7th, 2020 at the Annapolis Elks Lodge #622, 2 Pythian Dr., Edgewater, MD. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Summit School. Doors open at 5:30pm, bingo games start at 7pm sharp. Tickets are $30 in advance or […]
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