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Good morning, Annapolis. This is Naptown Scoop, and when it’s summer in the city and there’s a heatwave, you can count on us to tell you all about the hot fun in the summertime.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

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— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, Chelsea Harrison, & Ryan Sneddon

Which is the oldest state house in the country that’s always been in continuous legislative use? If you answered the Maryland State House in Annapolis, then you’re correct, and you just might be pretty good at trivia!

That’s why we’ve compiled a guide to Trivia Nights at bars and restaurants around town. It’s a good excuse to get your friends together, go out on a weekday night, and have a bit of fun that works those mental muscles. Plus, we’ve got some tips for the best Trivia Night strategy. Check it out here.

If you’re looking for unmatched expertise of a seasoned team, look no further than 84 Lumber for your kitchen or bath remodel.

The dynamic duo of Helena Briggs and Johanne Côté have serviced the Annapolis area for many years, bringing visions to reality with their eyes for design and detail. 

From conceptualization to execution, Briggs and Côté guide clients through every step of the design process, ensuring that expectations are exceeded. Their ability to blend practicality with innovation results in spaces that are not only beautiful but also highly efficient.

The 84 Lumber Annapolis Design Studio is the ultimate destination for those seeking a transformative design experience. Visit 1690 Balt-Annapolis Boulevard or take a tour of our Virtual Showroom before you stop by.

Click here to learn more about Annapolis Hope and how you can contribute.

Party like a rockstar an Annapolitan! How? Join us for our 4th birthday bash on August 16 at the Annapolis Maritime Museum dressed in your waterfront casual attire. Savor oysters and a gourmet dinner from Ken’s Creative Kitchen. Don’t forget the open bar and dessert from local-favorite Always Ice Cream Company. You’ll also be supporting a great cause: Annapolis Hope, which aims to save the Mireles family from eviction after they were the victims of a terrible shooting.

Another challenge? Watch our birthday bash video and not tear up. Spoiler: Ryan can’t do it. Oh, and you can scoop up tickets at that link too. Bonus, every ticket you buy earns you an entry to win a custom and highly-coveted Naptown Scoop duffel bag from 727 Sailbags! See you on August 16 at 6:30 PM!

Every Thursday from now until October 10, the City of Annapolis Mayor’s Office NO HARM team will host weekly community service and resource pop-ups in neighborhoods across Annapolis. Building on the successful inaugural series of pop-up fairs last summer, the 2024 Pop-Up Tour will bring community services and resource providers directly to residents in their neighborhoods. Expect free food, refreshments, games, and more during each event, running 3–6 PM outside. Resources include financial literacy, nutritional health, food banks, and free household essentials. The full schedule with locations is here.

P.S. Want to volunteer? Super! Contact Adetola Ajayi at 410-972-6257 or [email protected].

Yesterday, we let you know about the Annapolis Green x Paca Gardens HH scheduled for today. We just wanted to let you know it has been postponed until July 30 because of the extreme heat. So same time (5:30–7:30 PM), same place (Paca House Gardens), just in two weeks (July 30)!

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
An enchanted forest, fairies, mischief, and a guy with a donkey head . . . what’s not to like in this classic rom-com from that old rascal, Shakespeare? Classic Theater of Maryland’s midsummer run of this production offers shows Thursdays–Sundays through July 28. We know this production will be dreamy in CTM’s expert hands.

The Talent Machine Co. Presents Young Frankenstein
The talented young stars of The Talent Machine Co. (ages 5-18) bring this Mel Brooks classic to life at the Pascal Center for Performing Arts at AACC. The production promises amazing dance numbers and laugh-out-loud comedy! The show runs through July 21.

Compass Rose Theater’s Alice in Wonderland
One of the most whimsical and beloved children’s stories of all time comes to life onstage at Compass Rose Theater in a student production this month. This version of Alice in Wonderland offers a new look at the classic and runs weekends July 19-28 with evening and matinee performances.

5 words: human Hungry Hungry Hippos game. But if that’s not enough to entice you to this family-friendly event at the Pip Moyer Center, there will also be an obstacle course, a petting zoo, free swimming, face painting, and more. It’s called Community Fun Day and it’s on Saturday from 10 AM–2 PM. RSVP on Facebook.

Annapolis Town Center is hosting another cool event on August 3. And, we don’t just mean cool as in awesome, but refreshing too. Fern and Folly: A Garden to Glass Soirée with Vintage Views will be an enchanting evening on the green from 6–9 PM. The pop-up garden party will commemorate the end of summer with handcrafted garden-fresh cocktails, botanical mocktails, and a curated selection of appetizers. The event will also feature music and vintage flair by the Dapper DJs. Guests are encouraged to wear vintage-inspired cocktail attire. Get tickets.

Sure, there will be walking at the Annapolis Together in TEAL event on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM at Westfield Annapolis Mall. But it’s “more than a walk.” Join the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s mission to save lives through the prevention and cure of ovarian cancer.

Registration is free this year. Start or join a team, register as an individual, or donate. Registered participants who raise at least $100 receive a swanky event t-shirt. Anyone who raises at least $1,000 is considered a VIP and will be recognized at the event. Registered survivors receive a special t-shirt too.

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things you need to know. I'll always let you know when something's sponsored.

On the agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Education meeting:

Use this hub to submit testimony or watch online. The meeting is at 10 AM at the Parham Building. You can attend in-person or watch online. — 2644 Riva Rd, Annapolis, MD

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97 🌡️ 80 | 🌤️ | 24% | 💨 S 15 mph (11 knots)

91 🌡️ 76 | ⛈️ | 74 | 💨 S 11 mph (10 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 86ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | Unified Jazz Ensemble | 7–9:30 PM
Pirates Cove | John Schneider | 6–9 PM
The Point | Kavoossi | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Martin Barre | 7:30 PM | Tickets
Severna Park Taphouse | Jack Rimel | 6 PM

Brian Boru | Larry Lay | 6–9 PM
Dinner Under The Stars | Mike Heuer | 6–9 PM
Galway Bay | Irish Trad Music Session | 8 PM
Killarney House | Jason Bishop | 6–10 PM
Middleton Tavern | Michael K | 6 PM
Pirates Cove | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
The Point | Aaron Hawkins | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Big Bad Voodoo Daddy | 8 PM | Tickets
Reynolds Tavern | TBA | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Open Mic | 7 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Keith & Coster| 9 PM

Here’s some sad news. . . Soon after Harford Community College and Monroe Community College folded their women’s lacrosse programs, the National Junior College Athletic Association announced Thursday it’ll no longer sponsor it as a varsity sport starting in the 2024-25 school year.

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC), one of four junior college women’s lacrosse programs still standing, decided to shut down its program. On the positive side, women’s lacrosse is growing elsewhere. Since 2004, 51 Division I schools have added it as a varsity sport, while 19 junior colleges have dropped it. The Riverhawks leave a legacy of 3 national championships, 58 All-Americans, and a record of 215-68. Jim Griffiths, the only head coach in AACC’s women’s lacrosse’s 21-year history, will remain at the school as a women’s soccer coach. ($)

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