This week in Annapolis: July 31- August 6, 2015

By LeAnn McDowell

-There’s no doubt about it; Annapolis’ art scene is alive. So why not experience it yourself? Check out this week’s First Sunday Arts Festival on August 2nd from 12 to 5 pm. If you can’t make it, don’t sweat it. The art festival will continue every first Sunday through October. Along with the works of 100 artists, there will be outdoor cafes and live entertainment. You can enjoy live music, dance, theatre and more. All the action is kid friendly and will take place at another first—the first block of West Street and Calvert. What’s the best part? Admission and parking is free. For more information, visit firstsundayarts.com

-Want to check out some place new to eat? You can hit up BAROAK, a Teddy Folkman restaurant, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; brunch and bar hours are also offered. But more importantly, BAROAK hosts Thursday Patio parties where you can enjoy live music and drink specials. Get out there and celebrate outdoors. To view the menu, visit baroakannapolis.com

-The Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre is bringing you a classic. Beginning this this Thursday, August 6, the theatre will be putting on The Addams Family. This kooky tale follows a story of every father’s nightmare: a daughter in love, with a dark twist. When Wednesday Addams, “the ultimate princess of darkness” falls in love with a “normal” young man, she confides in her father, begging him not to tell her mother. Gomez Addams has never kept a secret from his wife, Morticia. Wednesday Addams’ newfound love has the power to change her family forever. See the show to meet the family and watch the fateful story unfold. Visit www.summergarden.com/creepy.html to purchase tickets.

-Looking to glimpse a bit of history this week? Tour the William Paca House and Garden. William Paca signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and served as the Governor of Maryland in the Revolutionary era. His house is now one of the most elegant landmarks in Annapolis. Take a guided tour of the estate and learn more about the history of Annapolis. Visit http://www.annapolis.org/index.asp?pageid=42 or call 410-990-4543 for more information.