Festivals are back. And Naptown Events is kicking it off in a big way with the Let’s Go! Music Festival spanning two days–July 16th and 17th at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds. According to organizer John O’Leary (the man behind the St. Patricks Day Parade…by the way happening on September 12) told us he began to […]

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Once again, the popular Classic Wooden Sailboat Rendezvous & Race will continue its tradition of showcasing the history and elegance of classically designed wooden sailboats during the weekend of September 11-12, 2021. Like last year, the race will include social distancing and other protective measures to ensure the well-being of spectators, participants, and race organizers. […]

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On May 28th, 2021 the United States Naval Academy graduated 1084 midshipmen under cloudy skies, once again, in -person,  at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium after a year’s absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 786 were commissioned as Navy Ensigns and 275 as Marine Corps 2nd Lieutenants. Vice President Kamala Harris was the keynote speaker, […]

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Chesapeake Life Center has planned programs through the summer to help adult grievers in the community work through their loss in ways that best meet their needs. The center’s free Quarterly Book Group will meet both in person at the center at 90 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena, Maryland, and virtually, via Zoom for Healthcare. This group […]

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The Anne Arundel County Gun Violence Intervention Team will present a free virtual seminar to raise awareness about local firearm violence, in partnership with Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman, Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley, and Anne Arundel County Health Officer Dr. Nilesh Kalyanaraman. The three-part virtual seminar will be held on Thursday, June 3 and […]

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Summer Concerts are back this year! The Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) will host weekly beachside concerts all summer long. Every Thursday from June 17 to August 19 a different band will take the stage from 7 to 9 p.m. at our McNasby’s Museum campus at 723 Second Street, Annapolis. “These concerts are even more important […]

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The Annapolis Shakespeare Company is no longer!  The organization has re-branded itself as the Classic Theatre of Maryland to more accurately reflect its vision and to become a destination for classic performances in the state of Maryland. The organization will return to live performances this summer in the theater with original cabarets and a fresh, […]

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The year 2021 is a municipal election year in the City of Annapolis. Registered voters in the City residents will have the opportunity to vote for Mayor, representatives from each of the eight councilmanic wards to serve on the Annapolis City Council, and City Central Committees for Democratic and Republican parties. In September of 2020, […]

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Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the State of Maryland will discontinue enhanced pandemic federal unemployment benefits and reinstate work search requirements early next month. “Our health and economic recovery continues to outpace the nation, and we have reached the benchmark set by President Biden of vaccinating 70% of adults,” said Governor Hogan. “While these […]

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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 […]

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To help ensure the health and safety of area residents and visitors, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (VAAAC) is inviting interested individuals ages 12 and older to take advantage of free COVID-19 vaccinations that will be administered at its 26 West Street Visitors Center on Sunday, June 6, from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. […]

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Joined by community and elected leaders, Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman signed an executive order today recognizing Juneteenth as a County holiday. County offices will be closed on Friday, June 18, in observance of the holiday. “Celebrating Juneteenth as an official County holiday demonstrates our county’s true commitment to freedom and equality – for […]

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Using a popular 1970s family sitcom as this year’s theme, Comptroller Peter Franchot today launched the annual unclaimed property campaign aimed at reuniting Marylanders with their money and valuable items. The 2021 Maryland Unclaimed Property insert hits publications statewide beginning Sunday, May 30, and continuing through mid-June. This year, Comptroller Franchot joins with agency employees […]

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The Annual Paca Girlfriends’ Party at the William Paca House and Garden will celebrate its 13th Anniversary on September 14th. Created by volunteer Judi Herrmann, owner of Herrmann Advertising, Branding and Technology, the Paca Girlfriends’ Party has grown from 200 women in 2009 to more than 900 attendees (in 2019, 2020 was canceled due to […]

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Governor Larry Hogan has announced that the state’s mass vaccination sites have begun a phased demobilization process as local demand changes and additional resources are directed to mobile clinics and community-based activities. “I said our goal was to put ourselves out of business at these mass vaccination sites, and as one of the most vaccinated […]

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Books for International Goodwill, the signature project of the Parole Rotary Club, will hold another book sale on Saturday, June 5, 2021, from 8 am to 2 pm at 451 Defense Highway in Annapolis. Over 70,000 books covering all categories will be on the shelves. Books will be priced at $3 for hardbacks, $2 for […]

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ABC Events has announced that the 7th annual Maryland Chicken Wing Festival is scheduled for Saturday, June 5, 2021 at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds!  Tickets will likely sell out, so make sure to purchase your tickets ahead of time. What’s new? Visit more wing vendors with more wing flavors Listen to Live Entertainment on […]

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