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Good morning, Annapolis. Did you know that all of Wimbledon’s famous strawberries are grown by the same farm in Kent? Hugh Lowe Farms plans its harvest perfectly so peak harvest always aligns with the tournament. Every single strawberry at Wimbledon will be eaten the day it was picked. All 2 million of them. And just like the Masters, Wimbledon fights inflation hard; the famous strawberries and cream costs just under $4.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Ryan Sneddon

Experience the best of Annapolis living in the sought-after, amenity-rich community of Fishing Creek Farm. Surrounded by mature landscaping and beautiful water views, this handsome brick-front Colonial offers timeless design, flexible living spaces, and an exceptional neighborhood lifestyle.

Inside, a gracious foyer leads to formal living and dining rooms, while the bright white kitchen with quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast nook flows into a dramatic family room with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace. The spacious main-level primary suite offers everyday convenience, while a second primary suite upstairs enjoys sweeping water views. Two additional bedrooms, a partially finished lower level, and generous storage provide room to grow.

Outside, expansive front and rear yards create the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. Fishing Creek Farm residents enjoy a marina, pool, sandy beach, tennis and pickleball courts, and year-round community activities, all just minutes from downtown Annapolis.

Explore this exceptional home with the Brad Kappel Team.

Event sponsorships are lame. Almost always. They either don't improve the experience or gasp. . . make it worse. Which is why I was skeptical when Toast called about sponsoring Dinner Club. But boy, did they change my mind.

So, how did Toast sell me on sponsoring Dinner Club? Three reasons.

Wait, what even is Toast? I'm glad you asked.

When a server takes your order on the same little tablet you pay on, that's Toast. They also do marketing and payroll and a bunch of other important stuff. 170,000 restaurants use it.

Naptown Scoop Dinner Club (now powered by Toast!) meets on July 15. We'd love to host you.

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Team Naptown Scoop Coast 2 Coast 4 ALS progress: $12,363/$20,000

Always Faithful Dog Training of Annapolis helps dogs and puppies become calm, confident, and well‑mannered through leadership‑based, real‑world training. We specialize in private, in-home training of leash manners, obedience, behavior issues, and puppy foundations. Without treats, clickers, shock collars or gimmicks. Start your dog’s transformation today! Call 240-363-4432 or visit www.alwaysfaithfuldogs.com/annapolis.

Of all the weeks to be a Siberian husky in Annapolis. . .

This handsome two-year-old came to the SPCA of Anne Arundel County back in January, and he's everything the breed promises: athletic, whip-smart, and stubborn in the way that makes you laugh and grumble at the same time. He's already got his basic commands down. Give him a job and a real outlet for that energy, and he's a star.

Rocky knows what he wants. He's after someone who knows huskies, in an adults-only home where he's the one and only – no other pets to share the spotlight, which suits him just fine.

He's waiting for you in the Bay Ridge Wing. Just be sure to crank the AC before you bring him home.

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The forecast this week reads like a typo. The heat index could hit 118 degrees in the second half of this week, and the city's emergency management director says it could be the hottest Fourth of July on record.

So the city is opening the Kenneth R. Dunn Municipal Pool at Truxtun Park for free, in two-hour waves as capacity allows:

Not a swimmer? Annapolis is also running cooling centers with AC and free water. The main one is the Pip Moyer Rec Center (273 Hilltop Lane), open 10 AM–6 PM Wednesday through Friday, with backups at American Legion Post 141, the Busch Library, and the Senior Activity Center.

A few things that aren't optional this week: drink water before you're thirsty, push the yard work to early morning (or leave it for later!), and check on neighbors who don't have or use AC. And never leave kids or pets in a parked car, even for a minute. Unless you have a fancy Tesla with dog mode. Although we still recommend against that for human children.

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⚽ Big screen – Peake Social, McGarvey's, and Federal House are taking over Market Space tonight for the USA's World Cup Round of 32 match and it’s guaranteed to be the biggest screen in town measuring in at 12 feet. You have two assignments: wear red, white, and blue, and cheer your @ss off. Kickoff’s at 8 PM. The party starts at 7:30.

📺 As seen on TV – Fox & Friends broadcasts live from Annapolis tomorrow. Mayor Jared Littmann and Visit Annapolis CEO Kristen Pironis will walk host Steve Doocy around Ego Alley. Want to make national TV? Show up by 7 AM in red, white, and blue – dogs welcome, funny signs encouraged.

🐟 Cash and catfish – Annapolis is getting $6 million in federal earmarks, Rep. Sarah Elfreth announced Monday. The biggest chunk, $2 million, goes to fighting the invasive blue catfish taking over the Chesapeake. The rest funds a new police mobile command unit, public access to Holly Beach Farm, a reentry program for the county, and a permanent home for the University of Maryland's environmental science center. ($)

🎉 Golden years – Yesterday we floated a not-quite-official idea: a Naptown Scoop Dinner Club exclusively for the 55-and-up crowd, with experiences you won't find anywhere else in Annapolis. If you're 55+ and missed the survey, here's your second chance. It takes 13 seconds, and it shapes what we build. Take the survey here.

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90 🌡️ 77 | ⛈️ | 18% ☔ | 💨 S 16 mph (14 knots)

96 🌡️ 80 | ☀️ | 6% ☔ | 💨 S 12 mph (10 knots)

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

🌳🎵= Outdoor concert

49 West | Dave Chappell & Friends | 5–7 PM
49 West | Open Mic | 7:30–10 PM
Brian Boru | Aaron Hawkins | 6–9 PM
Dark Horse | American Darling | 10 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Kevin Lee | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Loose Change | 6–9 PM
The Point | Bryan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | The Marshall Morlock Band | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | Chris Sacks | 9 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Christopher Dean | 9 PM

49 West | Alter Ego Quartet | 7:30–10 PM
🌳🎵 AMM Tides & Tunes | The Grilled Lincolns w/ Michael McHenry | 7–9 PM
🌳🎵 Annapolis Town Center | Remains of Radio | 6:30–8:30 PM
Beer Farm | Anthony Frijia | 4–7 PM
Brian Boru | Ted Garber | 6:30–9:30 PM
Killarney House | Angie Miller | 6–9 PM
La Sierra | Cristopher Dean | 5:30–8:30 PM
The Lodge | Moe Stringz Steel Pan Duo | 5:30–8:30 PM
Market House | Daphne Eckman | 6–8 PM
Mother’s Peninsula Grille | Jam on the Lam | 7 PM
Pirates Cove | Dave Tieff | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Steve & Victoria | 5 PM

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