LIFE IN THE AREA
Library at Annapolis Mall expanding and relocating and will open on February 17
Officials for Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) have announced its new, larger library at the Annapolis mall is set to open in less than five weeks. The nearly 13,000 square-foot-facility will hold a kid’s preview day on Monday, February 17 and host a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, February 18 at 11:30 am. Discoveries: The […]
Maryland Hall & community partners present screening & panel discussion of Nobody Wants Us
“Nobody Wants Us” tells the story of three teenagers and their families hoping to make it safely onto American soil after escaping the Nazi invasion of Europe. On Sunday, January 26 at 7 pm, Maryland Hall will feature a screening of the documentary film followed by a panel discussion. The evening is presented in partnership […]
Two powerful films to screen this month at Maryland Hall
Two powerful films are set to screen on January 26th and 31st at Maryland Hall in the Bowen Theatre. These are a part of the Goldstein-Cunitz Center for Film and New Media at Maryland Hall. Nobody Wants Us Sunday, January 26, 7 pm – A film that tells the story of three teenagers and […]
Speakers announced for March 12th’s 5th Annual Ignite Annapolis
For the fifth time, Annapolis will play host to Ignite Annapolis, a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have a burning idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. The fifth Ignite Annapolis event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Maryland Hall for […]
Vanessa Carlton and AMFM’s In The Vane of Van Morrison at Rams Head On Stage!
Rams Head On Stage is a little taste of Nashville, New Orleans, and Austin all rolled up in one! A small, intimate venue where no seat is more than 48 feet from the stage. A small venue that packs a big punch with top national acts 364 days a year. Check out the latest shows […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Solar Energy Services
We all hear about being green and lessening the carbon footprint. Solar energy is one way and this week we speak to the local experts on solar energy– Solar Energy Services in Millersville! Rick Peters is the president of this company with 40 years of experience and we talk about the first solar project in […]
Black Bears fall to Tomahawks
The Maryland Black Bears fell to the Johnstown Tomahawks Friday night, 2-3. Two early goals in the first period punctured a hole too fatal to recover from. The East Division rivalry lived up to the hype as tensions heightened and play was physical from start to finish. The Johnstown Tomahawks wasted no time establishing a […]
Tickets now on sale for the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning
Celebrate the spring equinox and the beginning of boating season in March by burning those nasty winter socks at the Annapolis Oyster Roast & Sock Burning on Saturday, March 21, 2020, 12 – 4 p.m. In a tradition dating back to the late-1970s, Annapolitans relieve themselves of the necessities of winter as the “Burn Your […]
Volunteer Open House at the Annapolis Maritime Museum on January 20th
The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) invites you to a Volunteer Open House to be held on January 20, 2020, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Museum’s Bay Room. Do you love meeting new people? Do you love the Chesapeake Bay? Help AMM create the next generation of Bay stewards by joining the […]
Cottle stepping away as head coach of Chesapeake Bayhawks
Coach of the 2019 MLL Champions and longtime member of the Chesapeake Bayhawks organization, Coach Dave Cottle announced today that he will be passing the torch to the 2019 Bayhawks Assistant Coach, Tom Mariano. “I want to thank Coach Cottle for his dedication and service over the past decade,” said Mark Burdett, President of the […]
New Year, New You! Let Anne Arundel County Department of Health help you to quit smoking
Are you thinking about quitting smoking or vaping? Choose to quit in 2020! The Learn To Live program at the Anne Arundel County Department of Health offers free self-help information to assist adults in quitting. Cigarette smoking and secondhand smoke exposure are the leading preventable causes of death. In Anne Arundel County, MD, one in […]
Miss America 2019 and Londontowne Symphony Orchestra to celebrate Annapolis Green
Annapolis Green, dedicated to keeping our local environment clean and healthy, will be the focus of the Londontowne Symphony Orchestra’s January 25 concert at St. John’s College starting at 7:30pm. Joining the orchestra will be Nia Franklin, Miss America 2019 and a trained soprano, who will perform with the orchestra. The program will begin with […]
Did you know these 6 things about Eye On Annapolis?
OK so the title is a bit click-baity (Buzz Feed eat your heart out) but recently several people have mentioned that they were unaware of some of the other benefits for being a reader of Eye On Annapolis. So, in case you did not know, here you are. We Have A Weekly Events Newsletter We […]
Annapolis Cigar Company closes after 26 years on Main Street
“The Federal Government put me out of business.” The message was clear from Rome Zaffaroni, the owner of the Annapolis Cigar Company. The lower Main Street staple has closed and is in the process of liquidating their inventory and fixtures. With nearly 35% of his business from the 18-21 demographic, and an amendment to the […]
Bridges to the World Film Festival coming to Maryland Hall
The 121h Annual Bridges to the World International Film Festival will be held on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Bowen Theater of Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St., Annapolis on Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, and March 2. On Feb. 24 the film will be shown at the State of Maryland Building, 100 Community […]
Annapolis Rotary’s Black Tie & Diamonds Gala to benefit Special Olympics, tickets available now
The Rotary Club of Annapolis has announced Special Olympics as the beneficiary of its annual fundraising gala in 2020. The glittering event in honor of Special Olympics will be held March 7, 2020 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm at Graduate Annapolis Hotel, 126 West Street. Tickets for $150.00 are available online at www.2020BlackTieDiamondsGala Valet parking will […]
Watermark to offer African American Heritage Tour
Annapolis Tours by Watermark announces its first special event walking tour of 2020! Watermark’s African American Heritage Tour is a two-hour walking tour in Annapolis’ Historic District of African American life and accomplishment from the 17th century to modern day, presented in partnership with the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation. Our two tours are Sunday, January […]
a la mode intimates offering parties for Galentine’s Day
Ladies, Galentine’s Day approaches. What’s your plan? Gather your bosom buddies and schedule a Galentine’s Bra Fit Party at à la mode intimates in the Annapolis Towne Centre. Since it’s unique 2010 origin in the TV sitcom “Parks and Recreation,” February 13 has been adopted by many as Galentine’s Day to celebrate female friendships. Local, […]
Green Drinks: Continuing the Conversation on January 29th
Join your neighbors, Annapolis Green, and Green Drinks as they Continue the Conversation after the Maryland Environmental Legislative Summit! There is so much to talk about with regard to the legislation environmentalists will pursue during this legislative session. It all happens on Wednesday, January 29th! At the Summit you’ll learn about the legislation and hear from senators […]
Mayor Buckley invites public to “Engagement Session” on January 30th
The City of Annapolis, Office of the Mayor is hosting a Community Engagement Session in January. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. The evening forum will be an opportunity for residents to learn about city priorities, city programs and One Annapolis initiatives. WHAT: Community Engagement Session WHEN: January 30, 2020 from 6 to […]
BONUS PODCAST: That commercial…what’s the deal with Bud Light Seltzer?
Did you see the Bud Light Seltzer commercial during the playoffs? We hopped up to Katcef Brothers Inc. where they have a ton of experts on hand to de-mystify it for us AND got a taste of the four flavors– let’s just say … tasty! We had the chance to talk to the Katcef team […]
Mayor Buckley to host benefit to aid Australians and the animals
Mayor Gavin Buckley will be celebrating Australia Day by attending a benefit event at Fadó Irish Pub in Annapolis. Proceeds of the benefit will go directly to support victims and wildlife affected by the Australian bushfires. The event is sponsored by Katcef Brothers, Inc., the local Anheuser-Busch distributor. “The face of climate change is different […]
