Businesses
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
St. Anne’s School of Annapolis names new head
The St. Anne’s School of Annapolis Board of Trustees announces the appointment of Andrea Weiss as its next head of school effective July 1, 2020. Weiss’ selection is the result of a rigorous nationwide search led by educational search consultant Acies Strategies and a Search Committee from the school. St. Anne’s School of Annapolis is a […]
Brooks Brothers at Annapolis Towne Centre latest retail casualty
Brooks Brothers, the venerable men’s and women’s clothing store founded in 1818 has permanently closed their location at the Annapolis Towne Centre. We had heard grumblings on a closure last year as the Annapolis location was the poorest performing location in the 210 locations. The store closed over the weekend and is in the process […]
Smithey Law Group names two new partners
Smithey Law Group LLC, a law practice focusing exclusively on employment law, has appointed Reuben Wolfson and Mike Berman as partners effective January 1, 2020 and December 12, 2019, respectively. Wolfson has been appointed partner from his previous role as Senior Associate and Director of Administration in the firm. He is a member of the […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Annapolis Green
Like most good ideas, it all starts with a drink. And Annapolis Green is no exception. About 15 years ago, Lynne Forsman founded a chapter of Green Drinks in Annapolis. At the same time, Elvia Thompson was working with the Spa Creek Conservancy trying to help better the environment. The two met, decided to put […]
Crosby’s Sarah Goodling names President of local PRSA chapter
Sarah Goodling, a Public Relations & Social Media Supervisor at Crosby Marketing Communications, has been elected as President of the Board of Directors for the Chesapeake Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Goodling’s term as President of PRSA Chesapeake will begin in January 2020 and run through the year. She will direct […]
Chesapeake Palliative Medicine rebrands and is now Chesapeake Supportive Care
After much thought, research and consideration, Chesapeake Palliative Medicine has rebranded the care it provides to those living with advanced, complex illness under the name of Chesapeake Supportive Care as of January 1, 2020. While the medical specialty will remain palliative medicine, the organization is rebranding its program under the term “Supportive Care” in the […]
Mission Escape Rooms helping wild animals stranded in Australia fires
Jason Cherry, owner of the three area Mission Escape Rooms could not sit back and watch Australia burn. Scientists at the University of Sydney estimate more than half a billion animals are impacted by the fires and millions have died. So, just as he did when he founded the Siblings of Autism he stepped up. […]
Summit School to host 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo
The Summit School will host its 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo, presented by CovingtonAlsina**, on Friday, February 7th, 2020 at the Annapolis Elks Lodge #622, 2 Pythian Dr., Edgewater, MD. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Summit School. Doors open at 5:30pm, bingo games start at 7pm sharp. Tickets are $30 in advance or […]
Easton’s Tidewater Inn unveils new full service luxury spa
Tidewater Inn has announced the opening of a full-service luxury spa in the heart of downtown Easton. Located inside the Tidewater Inn, the Terrasse Spa is scheduled to open in March 2020 at 101 East Dover Street. Originally the John Moll Board Room and Dover Club, the Terrasse Spa will feature four treatment rooms offering […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Liquified Creative
Liquified Creative in Eastport, is on the move. What started out as a small company has blossomed into an all-in-one shop for your marketing, advertising, web design, and creative needs. Today, we sit down with Shawn and Jessica Noratel, Caitlin Wiggins, and Jamie Czajkowski to learn what local non-profits like the Anne Arundel Medical Center […]
AAMC expands to Cape St. Claire with Anne Arundel Medical Group
Anne Arundel Medical Group (AAMG), a multi-specialty physician group that is part of Anne Arundel Medical Center, announced today the opening of its new combined primary care and physical therapy location in Cape St. Claire. The unique, integrated model is designed to conveniently meet the needs of Cape St. Claire patients. Primary care includes preventive […]
Blackwall Hitch makes Christmas a little merrier for area residents
Early Christmas Eve morning, a team of Santa’s helpers delivered holiday meals to local families in need of extra cheer this season. For the fifth consecutive year, Blackwall Hitch in Annapolis partnered with Eastport Elementary School to identify student families in need. Chefs Mente Lawson and Matthew Roller prepared a menu of holiday ham with […]
No better way to ring in the New Year than with a bottle of egg nog from Galway Bay
The annual shipment of Galway Bay Egg Nog has just arrived from Ireland, and is now available at four locations; Galway Bay in Annapolis, Brian Boru in Severna Park, Pirates Cove in Galesville, and Killarney House in Davidsonville. This year the restaurants have also added the convenience of ordering and paying for egg nog online, for quick […]
Anne Arundel Medical Center gets new leadership
Victoria Bayless, CEO of Luminis Health, announced today the appointment of Sherry B. Perkins, PhD, RN, FAAN, as the new president of Anne Arundel Medical Center, effective early next year. This appointment comes with a unanimous endorsement by AAMC’s Board of Trustees. Perkins holds a 30-year career in the health care industry with leadership roles […]
Summit School to host 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo
The Summit School will host its 3rd Annual Designer Purse Bingo, presented by CovingtonAlsina**, on Friday, February 7th, 2020 at the Annapolis Elks Lodge #622, 2 Pythian Dr., Edgewater, MD. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Summit School. Doors open at 5:30pm, bingo games start at 7pm sharp. Tickets are $30 in advance or […]
Legacy Business Spotlight: Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits
Bay Ridge Wine & Spirits came on the scene in 1991 directly across the street from Quiet Waters Park. Now, 28 years later, they are the largest beer, wine and liquor store in Annapolis. We spoke with David Marberger who is the owner, along with former County Councilman Chuck Ferrar. We discussed the early days, […]
Frontier Airlines adds service to Miami, San Juan and San Salvador from BWI
Frontier Airlines announced that it will begin offering nonstop service between Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and three new markets: San Salvador, El Salvador; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Miami, Florida. The new Frontier flights to San Juan and Miami are scheduled to begin April 23, 2020. The El Salvador flights are scheduled to start […]
