🍦ANSWER: Who has the best burger in Annapolis?

Good morning, Annapolis. On this day in 1965, the first-ever Subway – then called Pete’s Super Submarine Sandwiches – opened in Bridgeport, CT. Who knows how many Subways there are in Annapolis? Edgewater and Crownsville don’t count.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

Answer to Subway question: 5

The Kids Play Area at Annapolis Mall will be temporarily closed as we get ready to move it in line. While the space takes a break, the fun definitely doesn’t stop.

Take a break with story time and crafts at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall, or hop aboard Here Comes The Train by The Container Store. Stop by Build-A-Bear for a new cuddly friend, or let imaginations run wild at Be With Me Playseum—mention the Play Space and get 10% off admission.

Still have energy to burn? Kids can bounce at AV Bounce—mention the Play Space and get 15% off admission, try their luck at Kako Claw in the Food Court, or visit furry friends at the SPCA’s Paws at the Mall.

The Play Space will be back soon—until then, the fun’s just around the corner.

Just in time for the first bell, U.S. News & World Report dropped their top 50 public high schools in Maryland. They looked at nearly 25,000 schools nationwide, weighing college readiness, state assessments, and graduation rates. Anne Arundel County had a strong showing with these rankings:

#6 Severna Park (Dylan & Lauren’s alma mater. Not that they’re bragging . . . much. Also ranked #384 nationally. Which sounds like a high number until you consider there are about 32,000 high schools in the country)

#15 South River

#19 Broadneck

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We like our cars in the DMV, and this RORO (roll on, roll off) cargo carrier is responsible for transporting almost 5,000 Volkswagens at a time to Baltimore. It’s wild to see one of them so up close and personal - like a cheetah at Busch Gardens.

This particular RORO (built in 2020) is an environmentally conscious car carrier measuring roughly 600 feet in length and having a draft of just 30 feet. It travels 16.5 knots using liquefied natural gas. It’s the first car carrier powered by LNG.

She may look unstable with that wide deck, but this sexy beast is the cutting edge of marine innovation, making the journey between Veracruz, Mexico and Charm City in less than 5 days. That’s a heck of a lot faster than your Jetta.

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Woah — talk about a meaty debate. More than 550 of you took our burger poll. Two things stood out: Chessie’s Wharf ran away with the crown (20% of the votes), but plenty of you were flipping out that Leo Annapolis’ burger didn’t make the list. Not sure how we forgot it. The Roseda Farms (aka local) beef and Leo sauce are top notch. And it’s only $19.

As for the write-ins, a few names rose to the top: Eastport Kitchen, Galway Bay, and Adam’s on Fourth. And one sizzling quote really stuck: “Red Red Wine Bar has a burger that will change your life.” Looks like we’ve got some burger homework for the foreseeable future — and trust us, we’ll gladly bite into this assignment.

Hot take: Choptank’s burger is criminally underrated with just 4% of the vote. We aren’t saying this because they used to advertise. We’re saying this because it’s every bit as good as Chessie’s Wharf and only $3 more for the equivalent burger (double patty and fries).

The Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce has announced this year’s Business Hall of Fame inductees, highlighting the work of four of the county’s most prolific businesspeople. Among the celebrants are Tom O’Leary, Ted Levitt, Dr. Dawn Lindsay, and Jan Wood. While you might not recognize their names immediately, you know the impact they’ve created within the community.

Tom O’Leary (O’Leary’s Seafood, Chevy’s, and Black Market Bakers), Ted Levitt (Chick n Ruth’s, Scotlaur Inn), Dr. Dawn Lindsay (Anne Arundel Community College), and Jan Wood (Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation) all have distinguished careers in the business sector, but have also spent decades building philanthropic missions around the area. On October 16, they’ll join other outstanding community leaders in the hall of fame like Carroll H. Hynson Jr., Gary Jobson, Dick Franyo, and many more as they’re honored with the Chamber’s highest honor. Get your tickets here.

It might be surprising to learn antojitos is Spanish for little cravings when Annapolis clearly has big cravings for Antojitos la Mexicana. The business started with a food truck (one of the most highly rated in town), but recently opened its first sit-down location with an expanded menu at 1912 Forest Drive, Suite 4319, in Annapolis. We love seeing food trucks move up to a brick-and-mortar location. Just look at how well Black Market Bakers is doing.

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It’s the last official month of summer—make every moment count at LIBBEY’S COASTAL KITCHEN, your go-to destination on the Chesapeake! No traffic jams here - just smooth sailing. Dock & Dine with us and enjoy waterfront views, coastal-inspired dishes, toast-worthy cocktails, and breathtaking sunsets. With boat slips, indoor and outdoor dining, and Below Deck, Libbey’s is the perfect place to gather with friends and soak up those long summer days. It's just a short trip from Annapolis.

DON’T MISS the Libbey’s Crab Feast on Sunday, September 7th from 12–3 PM—tickets are on sale now! It’s the ultimate way to soak in those final summer days. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!

It’s the most important question when you live in an area with this much water access: sailboat or powerboat? TBH, you have a place on the bay no matter which you choose. And there’s something for you at one of the upcoming Annapolis Boat Shows coming to the city in a couple of weeks. The Annapolis Powerboat Show takes over City Dock Oct. 2-5, followed by the Annapolis Sailboat Show on the weekend of Oct. 9-12. Both weekends are opportunities for you to see not only boats but equipment, gear, attire, and other swag, plus take workshops or even take a boat out for a test ride.

For anyone who’s never been to an Annapolis Boat Show, this is Ego Alley like you’ve never seen it. Show organizers use miles of floating docks to turn it into a marina, with boats you can actually get on and tour in person. Plus, there will be reps there from each of the boat companies to answer any questions you have.

Hours for each weekend are:

⏰ Thursday-Saturday 10 AM-6:30 PM
⏰ Sunday 10 AM-5 PM

We know the boat shows can be intimidating, so we’ve got several guides to help you out:

It’s one of the BEST weekends of the year — where summer and fall events collide. Take your pick. The 🍦emoji means we have something extra for you.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29

Annapolis Mall | Pet & Play | Hang out after hours at Paws at the Mall with board games, trivia, and a raffle. Ages 12+ | 6–8 PM

U.S. Naval Academy | USNA formal parade | Mids participate in a dress parade on Worden Field | 4:20 PM

Parole | Food Truck Friday | Smorgasbord meals hit the spot. Sample as many different foods (pizza, ice cream, tacos, etc.) from the best food trucks around | 4—8 PM

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30

Severna Park | Severna Park Farmer’s Market | Saturday mornings are for farmer’s markets | 8 AM to Noon

🍦Admiral Heights | Navy Football home opener | The Mids host VMI | Kickoff at noon. Full scoop in our Navy Football Gameday Guide

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31

Quiet Waters Park | Pops in the Park | Catch ASO premier outdoor concert | 5:30 PM

ALL WEEKEND LONG

Parole | Anne Arundel County Farmers’ Market | Scoop up farm-fresh tomatoes, peaches, and more before summer ends | Saturday: 7 AM to noon Sunday: 9 AM to noon

Crownsville | Maryland Renaissance Festival | Hark! Tickets for Saturday’s merriment are sold out. Fret not — tickets remain for Sunday and Monday (the sole Monday the festival shall open its gates)

Arts District | Local by Design at The Gallery Market Weekend | Shop deals for unique finds during the Artisan’s Market Semi Annual Sale | Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM Saturday: 10 AM to 5 PM Sunday: 11 AM to 4 PM

Maryland Hall’s programming department certainly has our attention this year: they’re bringing in a wide arrangement of performers, artists, speakers, and creatives to DTA and the lineup gets more and more intriguing. On October 12, Abby Phillip, a CNN anchor and new author, will be in town to discuss the highlights of her exciting career, on- and off-camera. Phillip was born in Bowie and attended Harvard University before starting her career in journalism. Her new book is A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power, out October 28. Tickets are free, but reservations are highly encouraged. 6 PM on October 12 at Maryland Hall.

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79 🌡️ 65 | 🌥️ | 3% | SSW 10 mph (9 knots)

80 🌡️ 59 | 🌤️ | 7% | 💨 WNW 10 mph (9 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 79ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Cafe Scientifique | 6–7:15 PM
49 West | The Jonathan Epley Guitar Trio | 7:30–11 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Steve Herrera | 3–6 PM
Brian Boru | 120Hz | 6–9 PM
Killarney House | Aaron Hawkins | 6–9 PM
Libbey's Coastal Kitchen | Justin Ryan | 5–8 PM
Market House | Nate Finn | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
The Point | Bryan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Troll Tribe | 4:30 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Tony Streamella Band | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Federico Jazz Ensemble | 5 PM
Stan & Joe’s Riverside | Tim & Tambo | 4–8 PM

49 West | Sound of…Presents | 8–10:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4–7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | b.en & the b.and| 9–12 PM
Brian Boru | Suzy and Shaun | 7–10 PM
Captain’s Daughter | Adam Forbes | 5–7 PM
The Choptank | Tim Atkinson | 8 PM
Coconut Joe’s | Neel Madan | 5–8 PM
Coconut Joe’s | Tension | 9 PM
Dark Horse | Rickshaw Lizard | 9 PM
Galway Bay | Colby Sard | 7–10 PM
Great Frogs | Black Rhinoceros | 5:30–8:30 PM
Killarney House | Ciaran Quinn | 7:30–10:30 PM
Libbey’s Coastal Kitchen | Chris Sacks | 5–8 PM
The Lodge | Andrew Bell | 8–11 PM
Market House | Aidan Ewald | 8–11 PM
Market Space | Russ Jacobsen | 6–9 PM
Middleton Tavern | All You Need | 10 PM
Mike’s Crabhouse | The Fuse | 6–8:30 PM
Mother’s Peninsula Grille | The Devaney Bros | 8 PM
Old Stein Inn | Shawn Owen | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Stephen Henson | 7–10 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Tuba Skinny | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | Mike Miller | 8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Michael K | 5 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Genghis Khan | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | George Evans | 7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Riverside | Chris Button | 4–8 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Red Bullett Band | 9:45 PM

In the past 20 years, Navy has seen five grads join the NFL. The fifth was announced earlier this week. Rayuan Lane III’s name was on the Jacksonville Jaguars’ final roster for the upcoming season released on Tuesday. Lane was a sixth-round draft pick, but he stood out because of how well he played on special teams, earning him a place on the 53-man roster with the Jaguars. Only one other Navy grad is currently active in the NFL – long snapper Joe Cardona. He’s also playing in Florida with the Miami Dolphins after nearly a decade with the New England Patriots that included two Super Bowl rings.

Women's Rugby
8/29 @ Queens | 7PM

Women's Soccer (3-1)
8/28 vs. Maryland | 7 PM

Men's Soccer (0-0-2)
8/29 vs. Howard | 7 PM

Women's Volleyball
8/29 vs. Boise State | Noon
8/29 @ Utah Valley | 9 PM

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