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Happy Fall Y'all, October is here!

As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Autumn makes itself known along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. In October, Annapolis & Anne Arundel County always has something to do. The picturesque Annapolis waterfront comes alive with the sight of sailboats & powerboats from around the…

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Things to Do, October 2022

Located in the heart of Maryland, Annapolis & Anne Arundel County is the ideal destination for welcoming fall. Cooler temperatures call to mind Navy football, fall festivals, and the U.S. Powerboat and U.S. Sailboat Shows! For a sneak peek at all that is going on this fall, check out the Visit…

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Things to Do, September 2022

Do you remember, the 21st night of September? Well, we hope you also remember the other 29 days of September! Let Annapolis and Anne Arundel County heal the sting of the end of vacation season with signature and recurring events that will be fun for the entire family. Whether a weekend getaway is…

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Navy vs. Air Force, a Football Rivalry

The Navy Midshipmen and the Air Force Falcons are at it again. Come September 11th, the football saga will continue and this year- the Midshipmen will have the home field advantage. Touchdowns and bragging rights aside, this matchup is not only about the rivalry. This game will also commemorate…

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The Concierge Desk: The Graduate Hotel

Nestled in the heart of the Annapolis Arts District, halfway down West Street, inside the front doors of The Graduate Annapolis hotel, and behind the wall of the lobby lies a six-story hotel atrium so spectacular, that I audibly gasped upon crossing the door’s threshold into the room. The…

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An Early History of Navy Football

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, courtesy of Visit Annapolis. The US Naval Academy’s storied football team makes Annapolis a destination for big-time college sports. Normally, fans flock to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and then on to Annapolis’s many Navy-friendly bars and restaurants…

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Annapolis is Easy to Love When You're a Kid

I never paid much attention to kid-friendly anything before I had a baby in 2018. But, as the saying goes, “having a baby changes everything.” My kid-friendly radar is constantly up, seeking out the best places to visit with our son, finding activities to do when my nieces visit or recommendations…

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5 Ways to Explore Annapolis this September

September in Annapolis is a time when the weather cools and leaves begin to change color over the Maryland State House, signaling the return of local seasonal festivals, one of the city’s favorite art events, and of course, Navy Football. Whether you explore historic Annapolis at your own pace –…

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