May is an important month for Annapolis Maryland and its visitors and residents. The main event in the Capital of Maryland is the graduation of midshipmen from Annapolis Naval Academy. Midshipmen, as the Academy's students are called, participate in a variety of traditions and functions during the USNA Commissioning Week or USNA "June Week." This [...]
The history of American quilting is just about as old as the history of the United States itself. Quilting originated in the Colonial era when women of a community would come together to piece quilts by hand. Though modern technology has given quilters the option of sewing by machine, the tradition of quilting and quilting [...]
Annapolis.com is hosting our official launch party at the Westfield Annapolis Mall on May 6th and we want you to join us. From 4:30 - 6:30 pm we will be giving away prizes and looking for people who love Annapolis to get involved with Annapolis.com. Come meet other businesses, officials, Annapolis.com staff, and Annapolitans for [...]
A week of USNA festivities accompanies the Graduation and Commissioning ceremonies for the Class of 2011 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland. This year Commissioning Week takes place from May 22-27, 2011, with Graduation and Commissioning Day scheduled for Friday, May 27. More than 1000 of America's best and brightest young men and [...]
By Carol Sorgen It's not too early to save the date for two of the world’s largest and most popular boat shows--the Annapolis Sailboat Show and the Annapolis Powerboat Show. This year the Annapolis Sailboat Show will take place from October 6-10, at the Annapolis City Dock and Harbor. The show features the latest in [...]
Annapolis Waterfront One of the most historic cities in the country is Annapolis Maryland. Annapolis, which was established in 1696, is the capital of the state. It is a vivacious city located on the Chesapeake Bay that is rich with history and colonial charm. It is a city full of mouth-watering cuisine, luxurious accommodations, and [...]
By Beth Rubin For more than 375 years African-Americans have played a significant role in Annapolis history—as farmers, merchants, soldiers, activists and politicians. During Black History Month—and beyond—opt for one or more opportunities to expand your knowledge and appreciation of the African-American experience in Annapolis. African-American Annapolis Take a self-guided audio tour (map included) of [...]
If you’re looking for fun things to do this week in Annapolis, here are a few of our recommendations. February 2 through February 9 is a busy week in the Capitol City! Feel like singing? It’s Rockstar Karaoke at Wild Willy’s Rock House & Sports Saloon! Join the Wild Willy’s staff for Rockstar Karaoke and [...]
Head to Annapolis, MD for the best shopping in the area. Finding things to do in Annapolis, Maryland is an enjoyable quest for both visitors to the area and local residents. Renowned for its beautiful location on the Chesapeake Bay and its proximity to Baltimore and Washington, D.C., Annapolis provides ample attractions from nautical and [...]
Punk’s Backyard Grill and Dawson’s Liquors from Severna Park, MD are working together to put on a Maryland Beer Pairing Dinner and event on Thursday, February 3rd at 7 pm. Punk’s Backyard Grill is located at the Westfield Annapolis Mall and is a great restaurant in Annapolis. The Beer Dinner will feature 3 of the [...]