LIFE IN THE AREA
Eight run third inning sinks Baysox in 10-4 defeat
Three third-inning home runs helped the Harrisburg Senators clinch the four-game series against the Bowie Baysox with a 10-4 win in front of 3,247 at Prince George’s Stadium Saturday afternoon. For the second straight contest, Drew Ward launched a third-inning grand slam to put Harrisburg up 4-0 in the third inning. After Baysox starter Dillon […]
Hospice 40th Anniversary Gala raises $650K
Hospice of the Chesapeake recently celebrated four decades of history with its 40th Anniversary Gala, a stellar event that first and foremost celebrated the many volunteers, professionals, donors and families who have shared the path in the four-decade journey of one of the nation’s first hospice organizations. The gala held March 16 at the Live! […]
Annapolis drug take back day scheduled for April 27th
On Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Annapolis Police Department and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 17th opportunity in nine years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Annapolis Police Department’s Station (located at […]
Baysox endure third straight loss, 4-2
The Bowie Baysox bullpen threw five scoreless innings during a 4-2 loss to the Harrisburg Senators in front of 1,130 Friday night at Prince George’s Stadium. After getting no-hit the night before, the Baysox (2-6) broke through three batters into the game. Yusniel Diaz skied a two-out triple down the right field line for the […]
Ashley Raymond, COO for What’s Up?, named a Top Woman in Media by Folio
What’s Up? Media Chief Operating Officer Ashley Raymond received a national award from Folio, a New York-based magazine and digital publishing association. Folio named the Crownsville resident one of its 2019 Top Women in Media in the Up and Comers category, a designation given to women who are making a mark at early stages of […]
Party Plus Tents + Events celebrating 25 years
Party Plus Tents + Events, has been manifesting magic for brides, businesses, festivals and event planners for 25 years. It takes more than tented dreams and twinkle lights to create events that push the imagination and fulfill visions for exacting clients. Twenty-five years of growth and success takes a particular kind of care, and attention […]
National Cannabis Festival at RFK next weekend
The National Cannabis Festival announced Ludacris, Action Bronson, and DJ Biz Markie as headliners for the fourth-annual music, art, and advocacy festival celebrating the legalization of cannabis in Washington, DC, Maryland, and other states. The one-day festival takes place on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds with mini-concerts and events for […]
Baysox shutout in home opener 2-0
Three pitchers combined for a no-hitter to lead the Harrisburg Senators to a 2-0 victory over the Bowie Baysox in front of 3,488 at Prince George’s Stadium Thursday night in Bowie’s home opener. Erick Fedde, Jordan Mills and Aaron Barrett held the Baysox off the scoreboard, combining for the first opponent’s no-hitter since Chad Durbin […]
Trumpy comes to Annapolis Maritime Museum and Park in new exhibit next week
The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) is excited to announce the opening of a new, temporary exhibit entitled “A Single Goal: The Art of Trumpy Yacht Building” on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. The exhibit will focus on wooden boat building, with an emphasis on the historical and very popular Trumpy Yachts. The exhibit will […]
One day writing intensive at St. John’s College on June 8th
St. John’s College is hosting a writing intensive on June 8th! In this one-day writing intensive, participants will have the opportunity to join other writers for a day devoted to writing instruction, discovery, and inspiration. Working under the guidance of award-winning authors, attendees may select four workshops. By choosing from a menu of craft options that will […]
Wanna go sailing? Head to the Spin Sheet Crew Party and find your perfect match!
Do you know someone who would love to go sailing this year? If so, you need to come out to a SpinSheet’s Crew Party coming to Baltimore (April 13), and Annapolis (April 28). SpinSheet Magazine, the Chesapeake Bay’s free monthly for sailors, has been hosting Crew Parties for 24 years. The public is invited to […]
Do you have your tickets for Denim & Diamonds on April 27th
The 2019 AAMC Foundation’s Denim & Diamonds Bash, Saturday April 27, 2019. Don’t miss the Annapolis event of the year under the stars at AAMC’s South Campus, 1997 Annapolis Exchange Parkway, Annapolis, Maryland. Denim & Diamonds is a night of fun, food and dancing under the stars. The spring bash tent party will feature fabulous […]
Baysox drop 3-2 heartbreaker in series finale
A Johneshwy Fargas walk-off RBI single in the ninth inning gave the Richmond Flying Squirrels a 3-2 win over the Bowie Baysox in front of 6,177 at The Diamond Wednesday. Richmond (4-2) took a 1-0 lead after the first inning of the road trip finale, but Yusniel Diaz recorded a pair of doubles in his […]
Announcing the 2019 Wendi Winters PR Bazaar
It is impossible to pitch a good story to the media today! True? Or, is that fake news? What’s the best way to contact a reporter? What kinds of story ideas interest the media? How do you tell your story through video and social media? The 16th Annual “Wendi Winters” PR Bazaar, a unique, Annapolis […]
McKenna’s triple sparks 10th inning Baysox win
After the Baysox saw a three-run advantage slip away in the late innings in Richmond on Tuesday night, they made sure in extra innings it would not happen again. Ryan McKenna sparked a three-run rally with an RBI-triple opening the tenth inning and Bowie took the series opener 8-5 in ten innings. After Richmond tied […]
Chesapeake Bay Beach Club unveils waterfront property
Ideally situated on the coast of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club – known as the region’s premier venue for extraordinary waterfront weddings, special events and corporate functions – has unveiled the completion of the “new” Garden Rooftop. The original Garden Rooftop opened in 2006, creating an exquisite outdoor wedding ceremony and cocktail […]
Mayor Buckley to host “Diaspora: A Black Heritage Celebration” on April 13th
The Mayor’s Office of the City of Annapolis presents “Diaspora: A Black Heritage Celebration,” on April 13th from 2 to 6 p.m. at Susan Campbell Park. This African American cultural entertainment event will commence after the 2019 Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade. The MLK Parade will begin at 12 p.m. on West Street at Amos […]
Alt comedians Bobcat Goldthwait and Dana Gould headed to Annapolis
Alt comedy legends Bobcat Goldthwait and Dana Gould bring their “The Show with Two Heads” tour to Rams Head On Stage on Saturday, May 18. A rare opportunity to catch these two legends sharing a bill, at every stop on their 12 city tour, audiences can expect new material from Bobcat and Dana as they trade off headlining slots night to night. Bobcat […]
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee coming to Annapolis City Dock
Yesterday, Bitty, Beau, and their mom, Amy Wright, founder of Bitty & Beau’s Coffee had this to say about Annapolis on their Facebook Page. Bitty & Beau’s Coffee was founded to provide job opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and is expected to employ 20 at their newest location on City Dock in […]
Brendan Sailing Program receives grants totaling $25K
The Brendan Sailing Program has been generously awarded $25,000 in new grant funding from two local Annapolis area organizations: The Kathryn and Jerry Wood Foundation and The Brick Companies Foundation. The grants will allow the Brendan Sailing Program to continue its mission to build pathways for self-confidence and personal growth in children with learning differences […]
Paul Reed Smith launches music master classes at Maryland Hall
This Summer, legendary rhythm section the Grainger Brothers and guitar maker Paul Reed Smith will fulfill a lifelong dream at Maryland Hall: open a music school for Maryland students! The 1st Annual Music Master Classes for Aspiring Musicians is a 6-day music intensive for ages 12 to 100. Session Directors Greg Grainger, Gary Grainger and […]
Adopt a dog or cat this week and the fees will be picked up by Severn Bank
Severn Bank believes that every animal deserves a forever home. And once again, they are putting their money where their mouth is by paying for ALL adoption fees at the SPCA of Anne Arundel County this week. Yes, as long as you otherwise qualify to adopt, you can do it at no cost to […]
