Mayo Beach Park is named for Commodore Isaac Mayo who was born in 1794. Image courtesy of the author. Owned and operated by Anne Arundel County, Mayo Beach Park is a 22-acre multi-use recreational facility sitting at the mouth of the South River and Chesapeake Bay. It’s located at the end of…
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Spring is here and it’s time to shed those layers. Treat your wardrobe to a refresh from the boutiques around town. High-fashion, convenient and local, Annapolis has a wide variety of shops that can help you sport a new look for the season. Shops are opening with safety precautions and the online…
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The façade of the freshly minted luxury boutique hotel 134 Prince announces with certainty that guests are in for unparalleled indulgence. Opened in March 2021, the exclusive 5-suite hotel has already become a top choice among visitors to the area, setting the gold standard for hotel…
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May Day in Annapolis is one of the most beautiful days of the year. It is a tradition that has been a part of our lovely town, hosted by The Garden Club of Old Annapolis Towne for 68 years! Growing up in downtown Annapolis, I have been participating in the event for many of those years. Every year…
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The Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM) is now open to visitors with their new exhibit, Our Changing Waterfront . Bringing together technology and a visual history of the Bay through gallery exhibits, hands on learning and an impressive chronological timeline- the new permanent exhibit was well worth…
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Last summer, I got to know, work with, and write about the prolific local artist Comacell "Cell Spitfire" Brown. The last time I ran into Comacell was at the dedication of the Walking Man's Mural on the side of Pinkey's Liquors on West Street, paying tribute to Carlester "Buckwheat" Smith. Mr…
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When the Graduate Annapolis hotel opened in October 2019, it was a welcome addition to our hospitality scene, with creative décor that reflected us well including maritime signal flags behind the reception desk, an atrium filled with vintage ship paintings, and a life-size photo of USNA…
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The thousands of people who enjoy attending the annual one-day Annapolis Book Festival on the Key School campus will love this year’s three-day virtual event. The festival runs from Friday to Sunday, 23-25 April. Festival hours for April 23 are from 7:00-9:00 p.m. and from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m…
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April is National Gardening Month, which means it’s a great time to plan your summer garden. Anne Arundel County has loads of resources to help you get started or up your plant game. Feeling intimidated? You’re not alone. “Most people feel like they have to be a qualified gardener in order to go…
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Cheers! Cheers to spring and to sunshine, and lets cheers to it all with wine. To do so, you needn’t travel far, as you can find charming and delicious wineries right here in Anne Arundel County. So let’s all raise a glass and explore a few of our local libations. Great Frogs Winery is located…
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