🍦Who wants to be on a billboard?

Good morning, Annapolis. On today’s episode of Annapolis’ indecisive weather, morning temps plunge from the high 50s to the 30s, with possible afternoon rain — and even snow — showers. Before you head out, grab layers, an umbrella, and waterproof footwear.

In today’s Naptown Scoop:

Let’s get to it.

— Lauren Burke Meyer, Dylan Roche, & Duffy Perkins

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Artwork always makes a nice birthday gift. So Historic Annapolis has decided to celebrate the USA’s upcoming 250th with artwork — specifically, artwork that depicts our city’s role in our nation’s founding. And more specifically, on a billboard.

There are small cash prizes for finalists as well, but the billboard’s the real prize in our opinion. Your prompt is history marches on. HA says submissions should “creatively weave together elements of Annapolis’ unique history while imagining its future.

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Book Club President Lauren reporting for duty. Our local author scene really is the best — I’m still riding the high from my group’s in-person meeting with Annapolis National bestselling author Erika Robuck last week to discuss her newest novel, THE LAST ASSIGNMENT.

Almost a decade after her arrest for disobeying orders at Iwo Jima, she finds her credentials revoked, marriage failing, and savings dwindling. Refusing the sidelines, she grabs her camera and follows soldiers across the globe, risking everything to become the world’s witness to battle — and perhaps reclaim her own life.

Dickey's nearly 20-year career spans multiple wars, and she’s one of the most compelling characters I’ve ever read. Her spirit won’t leave me any time soon. Also: carrying around this 400-plus-page book made me look like a boss. Historical fiction used to intimidate me, but thanks to Erika, I’ve officially arrived. Grab a copy basically anywhere they sell books, or shop local at Erika’s neighbor, Old Fox Books.

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Happening today! Join Impact100 Greater Chesapeake from 5–7 PM at Caliente Grill to see the debut of their refreshed brand identity. It’s more than a new look. It reflects the strength, unity, and forward-thinking spirit behind their mission to support local nonprofits.

Come connect with nonprofit leaders, community partners, and fellow changemakers while celebrating the impact already made and what’s ahead.

Membership for 2026 closes April 15, so if you’ve been thinking about joining, now’s the time. Be part of the next wave of impact in our community.

🎈 As always, family-friendly events are marked with a balloon emoji.

🎈 🏀 Patriot League Women’s Tournament Semifinals – #1 seed Navy vs. #4 Lehigh at Alumni Hall. Tickets are $15.

🎓 Anne Arundel Community College 2026 College Fair - Visit AACC to see not just their programs but reps from over 100 other colleges and universities.

🍀 Greene Turtle’s famous Irish Waterfall - The massive shot waterfall that went viral two years ago and received over 39 million views. The Edgewater Turtle waterfall starts at 6 PM on Friday, March 13.

🍺 Green Beer Races - Dublin 5 on the stage, beer (or Kool-aid) balance races for kids and adults, face painting, and more.

🎈 🏀 Patriot League Women’s Championship - If Navy wins tonight. Tickets are $20.

🎈 🚜 Anne Arundel County Farmers Market - Local farms, local booze, local soaps, local bakers, and more.

🎈 🍯 Honey’s Harvest Farm Third Sunday Market - Local artists, artisans, bakers, and more. In our opinion, there can never be too many farmers markets.

Colonial Players of Annapolis presents: City of Angels - A 1940s detective story writer struggles to adapt his crime novel into a movie.

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🍦 We’re hiring: We are still seeking candidates for a social media video producer and we’ve relaxed our requirements so you are no longer required to be a drone operator. Just a short-form video expert. Please apply here.

⛵ Blue Angels: Schooner Woodwind’s Blue Angels Cruise tickets go on sale today at 3 PM. Buy now so you aren’t begging everyone you know with a boat for a seat two days before.

🚦 Lasting legacy: City Council designated Northwest Street between Church Circle & College Creek an honorary street in memory of De Lorma “Dee” Goodwyn. Dee, who died in January, was a founding member of the Caucus of African American Leaders as well as a driving force behind the Guardians of the First Amendment and Parren J. Mitchell Memorials. ($)

🥍  Best to ever do it: Navy women’s lacrosse coach Cindy Timchal earned her 600th career win on Tuesday with Navy’s 13-10 win over Jacksonville. No other Division I lacrosse coach, men’s or women’s, has ever won 600 games.

🍺 Cheers: Homestead Gardens’ Beer Farm reopens this weekend. One of Scoop’s favorite local crooners, Dan Haas, is playing Friday and Lalo’s by AZTK, Benny’s Woodfired Pizza, and Always Ice Cream are all bringing their food trucks.

🏈 Draft-worthy? Navy superstar Eli Heidenreich put on a show at the NFL combine last month, putting up top ranks in key categories. His agent said almost a dozen NFL teams are interested. ($)

🏀 Underdogs: South River boys basketball beat defending state champion City College in an overtime thriller on Tuesday to earn their first ever chance at a 3A state championship. They face Magruder on Tuesday at 5 PM. Tickets go on sale today at noon. ($)

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57 🌡️ 32 | 🌨️ | 94% | 💨 NW 17 mph (15 knots)

51 🌡️ 43 | 🌤️ | 15% | 💨 S 20 mph (17 knots)

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 39ºF
Temperature readings taken from the mouth of the Severn River the night before publication

49 West | The Annapolis Round Up | 7:30–10 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Heartwood | 7 PM
Brian Boru | Nate Finn | 6–9 PM
Killarney House | Jeremy Robinson | 6–9 PM
Market House | SVV Duo | 6–9 PM
Pirates Cove | Jason Bishop | 6–9 PM
The Point | Dan Haas | 5–8 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Back To The Garden 1969 | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Tavern | The Freebyrds | 5 PM

49 West | Jeff Muller & Friends | 7:30–10 PM
The Admiral’s Cup | Nate & Jim Acoustic Duo and Honey Sol | 3:30 PM
Annapolis Smokehouse & Tavern | American Darling | 8:30 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Dana B | 4–7 PM
Blackwall Hitch | Timmie Metz Band | 9 PM
Brian Boru | The Drinker & The Scholar | 7–10 PM
Captain’s Daughter | TBA | 5–7 PM
The Choptank | Christopher Dean | 8 PM
Galway Bay | Ciarán Quinn | 7–10 PM
Killarney House | Pete Best | 7:30–10:30 PM
Market House | Faith and the Faithful | 8–11 PM
Middleton Tavern | Sidewalk Soul | 10 PM
Old Stein Inn | Eddie Pasa | 7–10 PM
Pirates Cove | Levi Stephens | 7:30–10:30 PM
Rams Head On Stage | Sue Foley | 8 PM | Tickets
Rams Head Roadhouse | BroRoy | 8 PM
Rams Head Tavern | Nate Finn | 9 PM
Romilo’s Restaurant and Bar | Red Betty and the Ruckus | 7 PM
Severna Park Taphouse | Freshly Squeezed | 8 PM
Stan & Joe’s Saloon | Mr VCR | 9:45 PM

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