For the second consecutive year, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan has proclaimed September International Underground Railroad Month. The statewide commemoration salutes all who worked to end slavery and pave the way for the more comprehensive civil rights movement that followed in the United States. Annapolis and Anne Arundel county attractions and historical sites are among many […]

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County Executive Steuart Pittman has announced plans to protect public health and voting integrity for the November 3 general election. Citing a triple threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal cutbacks to the US Postal Service, and what Pittman referred to as “a state retreat from mail-in voting”, the County Executive encouraged voters to make […]

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The world’s most beloved wizard has landed at Maryland Sunrise Farm in Gambrills, Maryland and thousands have flocked to see him. With the help of The MAiZE company – the world’s leading designer of more than 4,000 corn mazes to date, Maryland Corn Maze has worked hard to plant an intricate, challenging maze, in over 8 acres of […]

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The fall Home Expo scheduled for Sept. 26-27 at the Byzantium Event Center in Annapolis was cancelled by Anne Arundel County officials on Thursday Sept. 3. Since June, the owners of the event, Mid Atlantic Expositions and Entertainment and the Byzantium Event Center have been provided multiple assurances through the County’s established approval system that […]

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Bud Light, Katcef Brothers, Inc. and Eye On Annapolis  are bringing the Golden Goat to Annapolis this fall. So just what IS the Golden Goat? With COVID having us all cooped up and not enjoying the things we typically enjoy, Katcef Brothers decided to bring some fun to the area with the help of Bud […]

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On Friday afternoon, Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley, Annapolis Alderman Ross Arnett, Delegate Shaneka Henson, and Senator Sarah Elfreth joined members of the Board of Trustees and others to officially welcome the Skipjack Wilma Lee to Annapolis and City Dock. Before the officia ribbon cutting, Mayor Buckely remarked about how good it was to bring “authenticity” […]

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Looking for things to do in the great outdoors this summer? Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County has compiled a handy list designed to help make it easy for you to enjoy the simple pleasures of fun in the sun. For the health and safety of all, visitors are asked to wear a mask and practice […]

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When COVID-19 hit Maryland in March, Annapolis Symphony Orchestra Music Director José-Luis Novo was well into preparation for the 2020-21 Masterworks Series “Harmony in Nature.” In a matter of days, everything changed. “It was impossible to predict that we would find ourselves in the midst of a pandemic, affecting everyone to an extent we have […]

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Mayor Gavin Buckley and the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department invite community members to participate in the nation’s annual Make A Difference Day by volunteering for the city’s fall GreenScape project on Saturday, October 24. Make a Difference Day is a national effort encouraging groups and individuals to volunteer in their community to improve the lives of others. Reservations for bulbs starts Monday, September 14. Volunteers […]

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The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County’s (CFAAC) Celebration of Philanthropy is going to be a little different this year. In addition to its tradition of honoring five community philanthropists and volunteers, CFAAC has added 15 new categories, creating 20 awards to commemorate the 20th year for CFAAC’s Celebration of Philanthropy. Due to COVID-19-related social […]

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It is 2020 and virtually all events are…well, virtual. And the Wellness House of Annapolis is no different including their  upcoming Rock N Roll Benefit by the Bay. This benefit will feature the Paul Reed Smith Band on September 24th at 7:00pm. The virtual concert will take place on September 24 at 7:00pm inside of the […]

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This fall, Historic Annapolis has a full line up of educational, engaging, and fun virtual lectures scheduled. Each Thursday night, guests are given the opportunity to get comfortable on the couch, grab a beverage, and invite the presenter into their living rooms via Zoom. With just one exception, each lecture is held on Thursdays from […]

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The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) is now offering sails on the historic skipjack Wilma Lee. The AMM will offer a variety of excursions, including Heritage Tours, Sunset Cruises and Wednesday Night Race Watch Parties. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor Gavin Buckley is planned for September 4th, 2020. The AMM spent well […]

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On September 4, 2020, the Annapolis Democratic Central Committee (ADCC) was notified by Mayor Gavin Buckley that Alderman Marc Rodriguez resigned and that a vacancy exists on the Annapolis City Council for Ward 5.  The Annapolis City Charter requires that the ADCC fill that vacancy. The ADCC will meet on September 28, 2020, at 7:00pm to interview […]

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Annapolis native Chris Hopkinson announced that he will attempt an ambitious 240-mile journey from Havre de Grace, MD to Virginia Beach, VA atop a 14-foot paddleboard over the course of just nine days.The Bay Paddle, presented by Flying Dog Brewery, will take place September 18-26, 2020 to raise awareness and funds for the Oyster Recovery […]

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