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Mission BBQ closing, Annapolis Blues 2024 jersey, more snow...
TOGETHER WITH
Good morning, Annapolis. We have to apologize to Vice Admiral Yvette Davids. In yesterdayās Scoop, we referred to her as a Rear Admiral ā one rank below Vice Admiral. Before USNAās superintendent change of command ceremony, Admiral Davids was promoted. Thanks to Scoop reader Jeff Borland for pointing this out!
In todayās Naptown Scoop:
Mission BBQ closing
Annapolis Blues 2024 jersey
More snow???
Letās get to it.
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New Play Museum in SP š
The new Play Street Museum (PSM) in Severna Park is a kidās idea of heaven. Itās also a great way to have inside fun while still getting out of the house. The space offers endless entertainment for kids ages 1ā8. Admission is $14.50 for a 90-minute play session.
My three-year-old and five-year-old daughters had a blast. TBH, I did too and loved not having to clean up the mess. I also loved the local nods to Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company and Annapolis Pediatrics. The play spaces are complete with costumes, crutches, and anything else needed for imaginative play.
The included snack at the end was a helpful transition for toddlers who didnāt want to leave.
Play Street Museum is perfect for parties, field trips, or even a special playtime. Click here to make a reservation. 560 Ritchie Highway Suite F Severna Park, MD 21146
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Meet the star of One Tree Hill š
Gilmore Girls, A Cinderella Story, One Tree Hill. . . What do all of these have in common?
Chad Michael Murray! And heās coming to Westfield Annapolis on February 3rd. From 12:30 PM to 3 PM youāll have the chance to meet him in CPK Court (across from California Pizza Kitchen) and ask him anything you want!
Chad recently wrapped filming for Netflixās Mother of the Bride and season 2 of Sullivanās Crossing so thereās plenty to talk about. Donāt miss your chance to meet one of TVās most loved stars!
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THE DIGEST
Introducing Drew, the Thomas Point Lighthouse coyote
Itās official ā the decoy coyote of Thomas Point Lighthouse has a new name. Based on your votes, heāll be called Drew, named after Captain Drew of the Big Worm fishing boat. Captain Drew is the genius who suggested the coyote decoy in the first place to scare away the seagulls who were pooping on the pier.
So, who won the lighthouse tour? Whoever submitted the winning name was supposed to get two lighthouse tour tickets for the upcoming season. The thing is, David Sites suggested the name Drew. Heās the official lighthouse photographer and has toured it plenty of times. So heās letting us give them away.
Want to win? Just click here and follow us on Instagram. Already a follower? Hit that link anyway and youāll be entered automatically.
š³ļø Which Annapolis Blues jersey do you love?
The Annapolis Blues are one of the first lower-division soccer clubs in America to get a custom PUMA kit. There are four jersey options for the 2024 NPSL season and just like the team name, the Blues want your help picking. But hurry, voting closes today. Click here to vote.
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LOCAL BUSINESS
Look inside RARās new Chessieās Wharf in West Annapolis
Winter hours at Wildberry Farm āļø
If you wish Wildberry Farm did markets all year round, this is for you. Matt and Bridget are doing drop-in winter hours to brighten up this very cold season. You can now pop over most Saturdays starting this weekend (1/20) through March 23 from 9 AMāNoon. Thereās breakfast, baked goods, and farm fresh eggs. 1047 Saint Stephens Church Road, Crownsville, MD.
Mission BBQ closing downtown location
Weāre sad to report that Mission BBQ is closing its downtown Annapolis location. Two sources confirmed the last day of operation will be this Saturday, January 20. But donāt fear, brisket buffs. Mission is keeping its Parole location.
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
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The Super Bowl is coming up, and this is our big year ā the Ravens could win it! Imagine this: itās the 4th quarter, 53 seconds on the clock, weāre down 42 - 38. . .
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WHATāS HAPPENINā
More snow may be on the way
If you were wishing for snow. . . well, you got your wish. BWI hadnāt seen more than an inch of snow in almost two years until Tuesday. And more might be on the way Friday. Weather forecasters originally called for 1ā3 inches but the latest forecasts donāt even predict an inch. Either way, watch the AACPS website tonight, drive safely, and if you need us, weāll be scrolling Zillow for condos in Florida.
Weekend Preview
Friday
Get crafty with Historic Annapolis at a Colonial Crafternoon anytime between noon and 3 PM. This program for school-age children includes a scavenger hunt plus a craft project inspired by what youāll see in the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Walk-ins are allowed, but we recommend registering in advance.
Saturday
Annapolis Town Center hosts its first-ever Frost and Flame Festival this Saturday from 5 to 9 PM between P.F Chang's and Anthropologie. Stop by to get a bite to eat from the food trucks, watch a live performance, or check out any of the other cool activities. Weāre talking fire dancers, fire breathers, jugglers, ice sculpture carving, stilt walkers, a DJ. . . need we go on? Get the full list of activities and RSVP here.
š© Note: Frost & Flame was originally scheduled for Friday and Saturday but is now Saturday only because of weather.
Feeling patriotic? Join the Londontowne Symphony Orchestra for An Armed Forces Salute from 7:30ā9:30 PM at Maryland Hall. Youāll get to hear local vocals by Parijita Bastola, best known for her performance on The Voice, plus a slate of other patriotic works by American composers. Tickets and more info here.
Save the Date: SOUPer Bowl Lunch
Got plans on Super Bowl Sunday? Other than the game, of course. The 18th annual SOUPer Bowl Lunch for the Light House is set for February 11 from 11:30 AMā1:30 PM at Heritage Baptist Church ā 1740 Forest Drive Annapolis, MD 21401. Itās a great way to kick off the day by enjoying a menu of chicken noodle soup, baked potato, and chili. They hope to raise $8,500 for the Light House Homeless Prevention Center; admission is free and donations are requested. Since 2007, the SOUPer Bowl has raised over $50,000 for The Light House.
Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.
CIVIL NEWS
Postponed FY2025 budget hearing is tonight
After two postponements (first for rain, then snow), the Board of Education may finally get a chance to workshop the proposed FY2025 operating and capital budgets tonight (1/18). The hearing starts at 7 PM in the Board Room at the Parham Building ā 2644 Riva Road Annapolis, MD 21401. Although the meeting is open to the public, there will be no time for testimony. Testimony will be taken at the 1/25 meeting at Old Mill High School.
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WEATHER
Thursday
38 š”ļø 32 | š„ļø | 5% | šØ S 7 mph (6 knots)
Friday
35 š”ļø 22 | āļø | 69% | šØ N 10 mph (9 knots)
š§š”ļø Water temperature = 40ĀŗF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication
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LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN
Thursday
49 West | Jazz Wire Jam Session | 7:30ā10:30 PM
Brian Boru | Nate Finn | 6:30ā9:30 PM
Copper Creek Pub & Ale House | Open Mic Night | 8ā10 PM
Dark Horse | Mr. VCR | 9 PM
Killarney House | Jennifer Schimpf | 6 PM
Market House | Ben McNulty | 7ā10 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6ā10 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Victoria & Steve | 5 PM
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Vibe | Open Mic Night | 7ā11 PM
Friday
49 West | Geraldine Band | 7:30ā10:30 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | Greg Shroeder Band | 8:30ā11:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4ā7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | One Night Only Band | 8:30 PM
Brian Boru | Shawn Musselman | 7ā10 PM
The Choptank | Hunter Rich | 8 PM
Dark Horse | Wonderful World of Wise | 9 PM
Great Frogs | Justin Singleton | 5ā8 PM
JalapeƱos | Tom Lagana | 7:30ā10:30 PM
Killarney House | Chris Durm | 8ā11 PM
Market House | Alex G & Faith E | 6:30ā9:30 PM
Middleton Tavern | Honey Sol | 10 PM
Mother's Peninsula Grille | Ground Rent | 8ā11 PM
Pirates Cove | Kurt Gibbons | 8ā11 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Daphne Eckman | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Aaron Hawkins | 8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Kieran Lally | 5 PM
Rams Head Tavern | George Evans | 10 PM
Reynolds Tavern | Mike Heuer | 7 PM
Romiloās Restaurant and Bar | Spellbound | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | The Crayfish | 7 PM
Stan & Joeās Saloon | The Bards | 9:45 PM
Vibe | Ryan Keith & Moose Jaw Bluegrass | 7ā10 PM
Past results
Women's Basketball (5-12)
1/17 @ Lehigh | L 81ā65
Men's Basketball (7-9)
1/17 vs. Lehigh | W 71ā69
Menās Hockey (4-12)
1/19 vs. Towson University | 7:30 PM
Men's Squash (10-7)
1/19 vs. Bowdoin | 6:30 PM
Men's Tennis
1/19 @ at Penn | 11 AM & 3 PM
Women's Track & Field (0-1)
1/19 @ Wesley A. Brown Invitational | 4 PM
Men's Track & Field (1-0)
1/19 @ Wesley A. Brown Invitational | 4 PM
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