🍦Navy pulls off huge upset win

Good morning, Annapolis. Have some friends over for dinner this week. Make soup. It’s gonna be chilly.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Duffy Perkins

We’re so excited to share that Dr. Camille Bulte-Choudhry, MD has joined the team at Current Dermatology & Cosmetic Center in Annapolis! A Maryland native and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Bulte-Choudhry trained at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she graduated magna cum laude and completed her dermatology residency.

She brings a warm, patient-focused approach to caring for all skin types—whether you’re looking for help managing a skin condition, a thorough skin-cancer screening, or rejuvenating cosmetic treatments.

Dr. Bulte-Choudhry has immediate availability for new patients, so now’s a great time to schedule your visit!

Book online at currentderm.com or call 410-384-3045 to make an appointment today.

We can’t wait for you to meet her!

Free is our favorite price to pay for pretty much anything. And when you’re already dropping plenty of money on holiday gifts, it doesn’t hurt to skip paying for parking. So we always appreciate the fact that parking is free for up to 2 hours downtown between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.

Here’s how it works: You just need to download the ParkMobile app, and use it to get 2 hours free at any metered or kiosk space downtown. (You can then extend it for 2 more hours at a paid rate.) You can also park at the Mills-Hillman Garage (which was recently renamed) and get your first hour free (with the option to pay for extra time). No smartphone? Call 877-727-5758 when you park.

See details and list of streets with eligible meters/kiosks.

Annapolis is raising the kickstand on a few bike projects, some of which have been in the works for a while now. Based on the Bicycle Master Plan, a long-range vision created back in 2011, the city has announced new projects that will make it safer and easier to get around via bicycle:

🚴‍♂️ Bike lanes on Compromise Street between Newman Street and Eastport
🚴 A connection at McGuckian Street and Russell Street that will link numerous trails and recreational areas
🚴‍♀️ A Hilltop Lane connector between Boxwood Road and Forest Drive
🚴 New signs on major bike trails

These are the latest efforts the city is taking to make it easier to get around Annapolis by bike. Read the full master plan.

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Doing anything four times in a row is a pretty big deal, but how about being named one of the top 100 in your field for four consecutive years? That’s why we’re pretty excited for local realtor and Scoop friend Brad Kappel, who was named one of the Top 100 Agents and Teams Worldwide by Sotheby’s International Realty. He and his team have had one of the best years across Sotheby’s 26K advisers in 1,100 offices across 84 countries. Specifically, the Brad Kappel Team has done $320 million in sales year-to-date for 2025.

Nothing makes you feel quite like a little kid on Christmas morning like an elaborate model train display — especially when the trains weave their way through a winter wonderland. That’s why it’s always so exciting when Homestead Gardens opens up its train displays every holiday season. Put together by longtime “conductor” Reggie Pratt, these train displays are the true stuff of Christmas memories. Choo-choo-choose either the Severna Park location or Davidsonville location (or stop by both) now through New Year’s Eve. See hours.

Capital Teas has steeped — uh, stepped — back into the Annapolis Mall after being gone for a few years. You might remember the specialty tea shop had a location in the mall that closed back in 2018. The previous mall location folded into the brand’s flagship location on Main Street downtown. Now that the downtown location has closed, they’re back at the Annapolis Mall. Stock up on your favorite teas ahead of cozy season near Lululemon and Lush. See the directory map.

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We’re heading into that stretch of the year when it’s holiday after holiday, event after event - and your schedule fills up fast! Keep your energy (and your sanity) with yoga.

Yoga Factory offers daily classes even on holidays, so you can breathe, move, and stay centered no matter how busy life gets. From energizing flows to soothing meditation, your practice is here when you need it most.

Show up for yourself. Your calm is the best gift you can give.

Check the schedule and reserve your spot.

Ongoing

Visitors Center | Annapolis Gingerbread Houses | Catch the sweet scent of gingerbread and vote for your favorite entry among the gingerbread creations on display | 10 AM-5 PM

Ongoing

Sandy Point State Park | Lights on the Bay | Drive through this impressive lights display along the Chesapeake Bay (note Lights & Leashes this coming Friday-Saturday, details below) | Sun-Thur 5-9 PM, Fri-Sat 5-10 PM

Monday

Anywhere | National Take a Hike Day | Register for a guided hike at a county park as part of this national initiative to get outdoors | 10 AM

Thursday

Annapolis Town Center | Holiday Tree Lighting | See the shopping center’s holiday tree light up for the first time this season | 7 PM

Thursday

Maryland Hall | Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac | The music of Fleetwood Mac like you’ve never heard it before | 6:30 PM

Maryland Hall | Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and the Beatles | This multisensory music experience recreates the sounds of the ‘70s | 8:45 PM

Friday

Wyrd Bookstore | Bookish Friendsgiving | Make new bookish friends and play a few games at this introvert-friendly gathering | 5-7:30 PM

Friday

Doordan Institute Conference Center| Jingle & Mingle | Join members of the Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce for a festive holiday party — no planning required on your part | 6-10 PM

Friday-Saturday

Sandy Point State Park | Lights & Leashes | This special installment of Lights on the Bay lets you walk your furry family members through the lights display | 5-9 PM

Saturday

Arnold | Deep Creek Lighted Boat Parade | Take in the festive sights of lit-up sailboats as they sail along Deep Creek off the Magothy River | 5:30 PM

Saturday & Sunday

Annapolis | Watermark Jolly Express Cruise | Hop aboard a festively-decorated tour boat for a 45-minute ride along Spa Creek | Times vary

Putting the “tide” in “yuletide” every year is the Eastport Yacht Club’s Lights Parade, and it has an official promo poster you’re going to start seeing all over town. Local artist Eva Barsin designed the “Holiday Reflection in Quiet Motion” illustration that won the poster contest, depicting illuminated sailboats on the waters of Ego Alley with the unmistakable Annapolis cityscape in the background. Eastport Yacht Club holds the poster design contest in conjunction with Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating, and they unveiled the poster at an artist reception in late October. Eva received the grand prize and was honored alongside Mary LaCasse, whose “Knot Your Average Parade” was named Fan Favorite.

🗓️ Mark your calendar: The Eastport Lights Parade is set for December 13, 6–8 PM in the Annapolis harbor.

Passionate about sustainability? Curious about climate efforts? Here’s a chance to plant your perspective in the minds of community leaders. Join the Annapolis Climate Action Plan Community Town Hall this Wednesday, 6–8 PM, at Annapolis City Hall (160 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis). You’ll get an overview of the city’s Climate Action Plan project and the Greenhouse Gas Inventory Results. Plus, there will be an interactive input session where you can add your own voice to the ecosystem. 🌱

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Mondays are all about business, and the County Council takes this seriously. The agenda for this month’s meeting includes proposals for modifying snow removal requirements; the Odenton Town Center Master Plan; and legislation to propose new guidelines for public facilities standards in new development. Attend the meeting or watch online at 7 PM. 44 Calvert St.

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Join us for Jay Fleming’s 11th Annual Holiday Party - oyster shucking, Chesapeake blue catfish apps, rum drinks from Lyon Rum, beer from Forward Brewing, and other light fare. Tickets: $25 general admission, $50 VIP (early entry + signed 2026 calendar). 100% of proceeds support the Museum’s education and outreach programs. This event sells out every year - don't miss the boat! More info and tickets.*

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50 🌡️ 36 | ☀️ | 0% | 💨 WNW 15 mph (13 knots)

46 🌡️ 43 | 🌤️ | 31% | 💨 WSW 6 mph (5 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 54ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | The Doug Segree Band | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Emma Nissen | 8 PM | Tickets

49 West | United Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
Middleton Tavern | Annapolis Songwriters Showcase | 6–9 PM
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM

The Midshipmen pulled off a thrilling upset against #24 South Florida on Saturday to take sole ownership of the top American Conference spot. Senior WR Eli Heidenreich became the program’s all-time receiving yards leader with 146 yards. Junior backup QB Braxton Woodson replaced Blake Horvath in the fourth quarter and ran for over 100 yards and 2 TDs.

Even though the Mids led 100% of the game, it still came down to the final minutes. Navy heads to Memphis on Thanksgiving night for their final conference game. Win and they’re in a strong position to be #1 seed in the conference championship. Lose and they might be out.

Navy athletics announced last week that men’s soccer coach Tim O’Donohue won’t return next year. Navy athletics won’t be renewing O’Donohue’s contract after 3 straight losing seasons. It’s the first varsity coaching change by first-year AD Michael Kelly. OD led the team for 10 seasons. A nationwide search is underway with associate head coach Mark Risbridger filling the role in the interim. ($)

When the Severna Park girls soccer team beat Oakdale 4-3 in double overtime this weekend (shoutout to senior Hope Wallace who made the winning goal practically by accident), it brought the team their third state title in three years. In that time, the team has won 52 games, scored 191 goals, and won three consecutive county, region, and (now) state championships. That’s the most success the team has seen in the program’s history — and based on the contributions of the underclassmen on the team in Saturday’s state final, they may be looking forward to more great seasons ahead. ($)

Women's Basketball (3-0)
11/16 vs. Florida | W 69-54

Men's Basketball (2-2)
11/14 vs. Washington (Md.) | W 97-64

Football (8-2)
11/15 vs. USF | W 41-38

Hockey (8-7)
11/14 @ Towson University | W 6-3

Men's Rugby (6-0)
11/15 @ No. 6 Army | W 21-16

Women's Volleyball (12-13)
11/15 @ Colgate | L 3-1

Women's Basketball (3-0)
11/18 @ Bucknell (PLT-1st Rd.) | 6 PM

Men's Basketball (2-2)
11/18 @ North Carolina | 7 PM

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