The July Fourth Annapolis, Inc. is accepting donations to ensure another successful fireworks show in Annapolis on the 4th of July. The annual tradition is primarily funded by private and corporate donations and draws thousands of people to the City Dock and Eastport areas of Annapolis every year. The economic impact of having this event [...]
Each year, approximately 1,000 midshipmen graduate and receive their commissions from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. Witness the traditions and history of this week. You’ll be able to watch the Blue Angels fly high over the Severn River on Wednesday, May 25th. Claim a seat on the Naval Academy seawall for this 2 [...]
This past Sunday was May Day in Annapolis. This 55-year-old tradition is sponsored by the Garden Club of Old Annapolis. May Day and First Sunday Arts Festival landed on the same day this year, making both events event more extravagant. With two great reasons to head downtown over the weekend, Annapolis was filled with arts, [...]
The first First Sunday Arts Festival of 2011 took place in Annapolis on Sunday, May 1st. The weather was gorgeous and the arts festival coincided with the 55th annual May Day celebration this year. Calvert and West Streets in historic downtown Annapolis were lined with vendors, locals, and visitors all having a great time. With flowers in bloom [...]
For those of you who missed the April 30th, 2011 event, or are not yet familiar with this tradition, here’s a quick recap: The 29th Annual Croquet Match took place on Saturday, April 30th at 1 pm on the front lawn of the St. John’s College campus. Spectators were picnicking on the lawn, swing dancers [...]
The Bay Bridge Boat Show takes place from April 28-May 1, on Kent Island, in Stevensville, Maryland. The largest Spring In-Water Boat Show north of Palm Beach is not to be missed! More than 250 boats can be seen, both in-water and on land. There will also be more than 100 exhibitors, boating equipment, accessories, [...]
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th! Do you have anything planned for your mother? Here are a few suggestions for this special weekend in Annapolis, MD: The Downtown Silver Spring Fine Art Festival is taking place during Mother’s Day weekend this year. On May 7th and 8th, the community of Silver Spring, only a few [...]
The Easter bunny will be at the Westfield Annapolis Mall for egg-citing photos! Join the Easter bunny at the mall on April 2nd though April 23rd, 2011. The bunny will be located in the Pottery Barn Court and waiting to take pictures with you. The Easter bunny will be ready for photos Monday through Saturday [...]
Easter's a time for bonnets and bunnies! The whole family can enjoy the holiday at these upcoming events. April 16, 23. Breakfast with Bunny. Buffet breakfast, unique crafts, photos with the Easter Bunny, and visits from "Animal Ambassadors." The Maryland Zoo at Baltimore. 8-10 a.m. All ages. Ticket prices vary. 443-552-5276, or marylandzoo.org April 16. [...]
The Johnnies and the Middies face off for this year’s 29th annual Annapolis Cup croquet competition on Saturday, April 30, at 1 p.m. on the front lawn of the St. John's College campus. Spectators picnic on the lawn, swing dance, dress in Gatsby-like fashions, and listen to the St. John’s Freshman Chorus and the U.S. Naval [...]