Things to do in Annapolis, October 8-14
Monumental events occur this week, namely, Navy’s birthday. Of course, Green Drinks, boat shows volunteer opportunities, parades, and live music all happen this week too. Peruse below and plan your week! Annapolis Entertainment Perhaps the single most significant and well-known aspect of the city, the United States Naval Academy, turns another year older on October [...]
Navy Turns 237
As perhaps the most integral, rallied-behind aspect of Annapolis, the United States Naval Academy turning 237 is a big deal. It’s not about the number either; USNA unifies us. We cheer on Navy football, baseball, and other sports it proudly hosts. We wear Navy apparel shopping downtown. We tour the campus and are thankful for [...]
End August with Drum Corps Associates World Championship
Christmas isn’t the only time drums come out with songs like “The Little Drummer Boy”; the Drum Corps Associates World Championships take place this weekend in Annapolis! This free event brings together teams from across the nation, and even showcases the talent in our very own city. Witness the action and hear the melodies as [...]
Things to do in Annapolis, August 20-26
As summer dwindles to an end, it becomes more pressing to squeeze in a few more entertaining events. Laugh at a musical this week, dance to reggae music, attend a yacht party, swoon to jazz or sail the waters around Annapolis. Experience the city’s hotness in the heat of summer! Annapolis Entertainment Annapolis thrives on [...]
Prince George Street Deals and Specials
In a world where spending dollars is as easy as taking a breath, those who want to have a keepsake or buy the necessities may find many stores too pricey. However, we here at Annapolis.com want to celebrate the city of Annapolis in style and on budget. Below you’ll find a guide that will help [...]
Annapolis Run & Fun
There’s an upcoming event that encompasses everything Annapolis. It will benefit your body, mind, Annapolis, and benefit two charities. Not enticed yet by the sheer do-goodness of this event? This event will also show off the city’s pride--the Naval Academy--playing in an energetic game of lacrosse against Johns Hopkins. Enjoy the spring weather this April [...]
Annapolis, Maryland Shopping: The Annapolis Pottery
It is difficult to purchase gifts for people who have everything. Of course, gift cards are always an option, but they could be construed as impersonal. This was my predicament last weekend. I had been racking my brain and searching in vain for a birthday gift for my future mother-in-law. On Saturday, I was strolling [...]
Naval Academy Professor Receives Award of Excellence
Naval Academy political science professor Gale Mattox received the 2011 Civilian Faculty Service Excellence Award. Mattox joined the Political Science Department faculty in 1981, arriving when women had only recently been welcomed to the academy faculty and student body. Mattox immediately began mentoring and counseling female midshipmen – setting up lunches between female midshipmen and faculty [...]
St. John’s Battles Navy for Annapolis Cup
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 [...]