(August 4, 2016) – On Thursday, August 11, the Maryland Department of Transportation’s State Highway Administration (SHA) will perform hydraulics maintenance on the swing bridge over Weems Creek on MD Route 436 (Ridgely Avenue). The work will require the swing span to be in the open position, allowing marine traffic passage through and requiring a detour for [...]
There’s always something new to experience in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Here are a few activities you might want to treat yourself to in the lazy, hazy days of summer ahead. Wine and Dine Under the Stars – Enjoy an intimate evening of music, wine and pizza under the stars during Great Frogs [...]
Harbor Queen goes to the dogs! Bring your dog for a cruise of Annapolis on Harbor Queen to benefit the SPCA of Anne Arundel County. The 4th Annual Dog Days of Summer Cruise is coming up on Thursday, July 21. Cruises on the Bay teamed up with the AACSPCA to plan a fun evening fundraiser [...]
Anne Arundel County will be opening Cooling Centers starting today at 10 a.m. in response to expected oppressive heat, humidity and poor air quality over the next several days. The National Weather Service has forecasted temperatures as high as mid 90s, combining with humidity to make heat index values in excess of 105 degrees. The [...]
Mayor Michael Pantelides invites all residents to the Annapolis 4th of July parade and fireworks on Monday, July 4th. The parade will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Amos Garrett Boulevard and proceed along West Street, around Church Circle, and down Main Street. Following the parade, the United States Naval Academy Concert Band will perform a [...]
Now that the summer season is officially underway, it's important to take a look at some of the different social and cultural things going on around Annapolis. From the goings on at the colleges to the happenings under the Severn, our Facebook friends have been active in sharing the most interesting things they've found in [...]
This week's social news roundup focuses on mostly some of the important cultural events. By "cultural events" is meant more events that represent the overall Annapolis culture rather than, like, ballet. We like to lay off the hard news as much because it is depressing as because if you're into that sot of thing, you [...]
Each Monday we like to take a look at some of our favorite social posts for the coming week that highlight some of the best cultural and entertainment events the week has to offer. There always is more than we can reasonably share, so feel free to check out our Events page, or to shoot [...]
Newly commissioned Navy and Marine Corps officers toss their hats during the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2011 graduation and commissioning ceremony. The Class of 2011 graduated 728 ensigns and 260 Marine Corps 2nd lieutenants at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad Runge/Released) [...]
The United States Navy’s prized flight team, the Blue Angels, is bringing its one-of-a-kind aerial aerobatics back to the skies this spring and summer. The Blue Angels, which are internationally known for executing graceful maneuvers, flawless flight formations, and death-defying displays at insane speeds, are set to fly a full schedule throughout 2016 that [...]
