🍦Naptown Scoop’s greatest April Fool’s joke ever

Good morning, Annapolis. We all know what day it is tomorrow. So, keep your head on a swivel and don’t trust anyone. Even us. . .

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

It was a long winter, Annapolis. The coats were heavy, the days were gray, and the backyard waited patiently. Now the sun is shining a little more and it’s time to step outside and enjoy everything that makes spring beautiful.

At Homestead Gardens, you’ll find the area’s widest selection of outdoor plants, garden supplies, outdoor living furniture, decor, and so much more. From blooming annuals and native perennials to fresh herbs, shrubs, and trees, we have what you need to bring your landscape back to life.

For over 50 years, we’ve been a family-owned, community-minded business helping local families grow something beautiful. You simply can’t beat our quality, selection, or knowledgeable team.

Here’s to muddy boots, blooming beds, and evenings spent outdoors with the people you love. We can’t wait to keep the tradition growing for another season. See what’s growing.

Three years ago, Naptown Scoop pulled off an April Fools’ joke we still haven’t topped. And to be honest, I’m not sure we ever will.

It all started with a Bulgarian Photoshop expert who replaced Always’ logo with ours for $67. These days folks would probably just use AI. Shame. It’s a better story with humans.

We had a ton of fun with the “press release.” Like most press releases, it had bombastic quotes from me (Scoop publisher Ryan) and Always co-owner Mark Cohen along with corporate nonsense (”now unified under one brand.”)

But perhaps the finest part was the flavors we made up. Earlier that week, then Mayor Gavin Buckley accused former Alderman DaJuan Gay of being “wasted” in a now infamous City Council meeting. So naturally, we invented a flavor called “You’re Wasted Rum Raisin.”

We even got some of our friends with big accounts to pretend it was real in the comments. I guess we better start thinking of ways to top this next year because we certainly won’t be tomorrow.

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April is such a fine month. Even with Maryland’s moody weather, it’s consistently a decent temperature (read: no more socks). More importantly, it’s when Annapolis’ social calendar starts to get really stacked again.

Most notably, there’s the Annapolis Cup (pictured above). It’s the best croquet match I’ve ever attended. How many have I attended? Next question.

April’s also the month of our first ever Naptown Scoop Dinner Club which is unfortunately sold out. However, Dinner Club #2 will be announced soon. Stay tuned.

Then we can’t forget a festival dedicated to Maryland’s best chicken wings, Naptown Flea’s return to Market Space, and many others. Check out all of our picks for April’s top events.

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With Mother’s Day approaching and summer plans taking shape, now is the right time to start. Many of our most popular treatments take a few weeks to fully settle, so starting today means you’ll head into the season looking refreshed. This month, we’re highlighting blepharoplasty, or eyelid rejuvenation, a subtle procedure that reduces excess skin and puffiness for brighter, more rested eyes, with most patients back to normal in 10 to 14 days.

At Murthy Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Namita Murthy combines advanced training with a natural aesthetic. Expect thoughtful consultations, a personalized plan, and direct physician access. Schedule your consultation today and step into the season feeling your best.

There’s not a lot playing this weekend because of the holiday, but there are plenty of good shows opening later in April.

🎶 Compass Rose Cabaret & Fundraiser, April 10–26 - Celebrate 15 years of Compass Rose Theater with favorite songs from past productions, plus drinks and dessert.

🐺 Pasadena Theatre Company presents The True Story of the So-Called Big Bad Wolves, April 11–12. This touring fairytale retelling has stops at the Live Arts Studio in Annapolis Mall and at Park Books in Severna Park.

🎸 Classic Theatre of Maryland presents 1980s Cabaret: I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, April 13–14. This cabaret is a neon-lit celebration of the decade that brought us big hair, bold moves, and bigger hits.

🎤 Annapolis Opera’s Vocal Competition, April 19. This annual competition showcases singers from across the nation handpicked by respected judges in the modern opera world.

🕺Broadneck High School presents Footloose, April 23-25. A teen relocated to a small town where dancing and rock music are illegal leads his peers in a rebellion to overturn the ban.

🛍️ Colonial Players presents Poor Clare, April 24-May 16. A hilariously anachronistic retelling of the true story of St. Clare of Assisi will have us all considering the cost of doing good.

🦁 Children’s Theatre of Annapolis presents The Lion King, May 1-17. Simba’s journey from runaway outcast to king of the savanna comes to life onstage at CTA this spring.

🍫 Talent Machine Company & The Penguin Project present Willy Wonka, April 24-25. This collaboration pairs 30 performers with disabilities alongside dedicated peer mentors to perform an ultra-sweet musical about a magical chocolate factory.

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Let’s face it: you don’t want leftover ham in your fridge for the next six weeks. Take your family out for a phenomenal brunch and make your Easter enjoyable for the whole family.

Latitude 38 All Day Buffet
Buffet overlooking Ego Alley
12 Dock St., Annapolis

Easter Bunny Brunch at Mother’s Peninsula Grille
Photo ops with Mr. Rabbit are available
969 Ritchie Highway, Arnold

Ram’s Head Easter Brunch
Kids under 10 hunt for eggs at 11 AM
33 West St., Annapolis

Knoxie’s Table Easter Brunch
Tables are still available for the 3 PM
seating 180, Pier 1 Rd, Stevensville

Easter Brunch at Captain’s Daughter
Classic brunch inside the Westin
100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis

Coconut Joe’s Easter Egg Hunt
Hunt starts at 1 PM
48 South River Road, Edgewater

Easter Brunch at Garten
Afternoon tables still available
849 Baltimore-Annapolis Boulevard, Severna Park

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78 🌡️ 63 | 🌤️ | 4% | 💨 SSW 14 mph (12 knots)

80 🌡️ 56 | 🌦️ | 40% | 💨 SSW 11 mph (10 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 47ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Madisun Bailey | 7–10 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
The Point | Aidan Ewald | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Danger Bird | 8 PM | Tickets

The Admiral’s Cup | Stephen Henson/Slip Hippies | 7–10 PM
Beer Farm | Anthony Frijia | 5–8 PM
Brian Boru | Michael K | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Madisun Bailey | 6–9 PM
The Point | Jordan/Pressing Strings | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Burning Witches | 8 PM | Tickets
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Hyland Brothers | 9 PM

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