Newly commissioned Navy and Marine Corps officers toss their hats during the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2011 graduation and commissioning ceremony. The Class of 2011 graduated 728 ensigns and 260 Marine Corps 2nd lieutenants at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chad Runge/Released) [...]
The Fringe Festival concept may have been born in Edinburgh, Scotland, but the phenomenon has spread like wildfire the last several years to cities all over the globe. Now hundreds of local Fringe Festivals take place each year, including right here in Downtown Annapolis. According to the Annapolis Arts and Entertainment District website, "'fringe' is a [...]
By LeAnn McDowell Heading to Annapolis this week? Here are a few things to check out: -The Maryland Renaissance Festival is taking over Annapolis starting this weekend, August 29th and 30th and will continue to dominate through October 25th. The festival is the 2nd largest in the country and it’s one of Annapolis’ premier outdoor [...]
By LeAnn McDowell From amazing performances by national recording acts to outdoor adventures on the Chesapeake Bay to an eclectic assortment of restaurants in the Downtown area, now is the perfect time to visit Annapolis. -This Friday, August 21st, Rams Head On Stage will be hosting Patrick & Noche Latina: An Evening to Benefit Centro de [...]
By LeAnn McDowell -The West Street Vintage Flea Market kicks off—for the very first time—this Saturday, August 15th. More than 20 tents will be set up in Annapolis’s Art and Entertainment district. If you love bringing old furniture back to life, go scout out some gems at antique furniture tents. If you like classic styles, [...]
By LeAnn McDowell -There’s no doubt about it; Annapolis’ art scene is alive. So why not experience it yourself? Check out this week’s First Sunday Arts Festival on August 2nd from 12 to 5 pm. If you can’t make it, don’t sweat it. The art festival will continue every first Sunday through October. Along with [...]
(By LeAnn McDowell) -“Cooler Than Me” singer, Mike Posner, is hitting Rams Head on Stage with a new sound this Saturday, July 25th. If you’re wondering what he’s been up to since 2010, he’s been busy producing and songwriting for other artists. Now he’s trading in the “dance music production for an acoustic guitar” with [...]
photo by summergarden.com By LeAnn McDowell -“The Navy’s Oldest and Finest”, also known as The United States Naval Academy Band has been providing music to the community for well over one hundred years. Its ensembles offer a range of music from classical to contemporary. This week, the Navy’s premier popular music group, Electric [...]
written by LeAnn McDowell Heading out in Annapolis this week? Check out these events and activities: photo by thereturnonline.com -Travel back to the early 60’s this Saturday, July 11th, when The Return, a nationally acclaimed Beatles band, comes to Rams Head On Stage. The band has earned the name of the most authentic [...]
-This Saturday, June 13, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and Boatyard Bar and Grill host the 10th Annual Bands in the Sand on the beach in front of the Philip Merrill Environmental Center. Featuring great live music, cool drinks, and mouth-watering food, Bands in the Sand has grown into a highly anticipated annual event. So popular, in fact, [...]
