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🌱Chesapeake Bay Ferry Suggested + School Hours Nearing Change

Anne Arundel and Queen Anne's are discussing a potential ferry across the Chesapeake Bay. Plus, schools will soon have different hours.

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Luke Parker, a journalist for The Bay Times and the Record Observer, reported that Annapolis, Anne Arundel County and Queen Anne's County are discussing a potential ferry across the Chesapeake Bay. Annapolis City Dock is pictured above.
Luke Parker, a journalist for The Bay Times and the Record Observer, reported that Annapolis, Anne Arundel County and Queen Anne's County are discussing a potential ferry across the Chesapeake Bay. Annapolis City Dock is pictured above. (Jacob Baumgart/Patch)

Hi again, people of Anne Arundel County! Jacob Baumgart here with your brand-new edition of the Annapolis Daily.

First, your weekend weather:

  • Friday: Rain. High: 55 Low: 28.
  • Saturday: Breezy and much colder. High: 32 Low: 21.

Here are the top stories in Annapolis today:

  1. Four Matches Ahead of Men's Tennis this Weekend - Naval Academy Athletics (NavySports.com)
  2. Congressman Mfume Nominates 30 Maryland Students to Attend U.S. Service Academies (Afro American)
  3. 2022 Gymnastics Star up for Grabs on Saturday between Army & Navy - Naval Academy Athletics (NavySports.com)
  4. QA and Annapolis make second run for passenger ferry attraction (MyEasternShoreMD)
  5. Preliminary School Hours For 2022-2023 School Year Reflect Board-Approved Plan For Healthier Start Times (Press Release Desk )

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From my notebook:

  • United States Naval Academy: "This weeks #FirstieFriday is Midshipman 1st Class (senior) Christian Hall from Chicago, Ill.! He is in 27th Company - US Naval Academy and majors in General Science. MIDN Hall attended the Naval Academy Preparatory School (NAPS) before c..." (Facebook)
  • Visit Annapolis: "#Annapolis, where oysters and Irish ☘️ Pubs are a way of life! 📸 @annapolife #visitannapolis #annapolis #pubs #irishpub #oysters #snow #snowday #stpatricksday #historic #charming #colonial #architecture #travelandtourism #travel #getaway" (Facebook)
  • Visit Annapolis: "Epic Sunrise! 📸 Maryland Drone Guy #annapolis #travelphotography #visitmaryland #visitannapolis #annearundelcounty #lighthouse #landscapephotography #dronephotography #travel #weekendgetaway #springbreak #summervacation #travelmd" (Facebook)
  • Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS): "AACPS will be screening four documentaries about mental health and wellness topics during the 2021-22 school year. These films will be accompanied by lesson activities that tie into the messages of the films. We encourage parents and com..." (Facebook)
  • American Legion Post 7, Annapolis, Maryland: "In remembrance of their extraordinary actions..." (Facebook)

This weekend in Annapolis:

Saturday, February 5

  • Charmed Paint Your Pet Workshop (12:00 PM)
  • Doodle Your Doodle Paint Night (6:30 PM)
  • Estate sale, Thrift store sat 7-11am, m-thu 1-4pm cash 443 569 2290 (7:00 AM)
  • Allegany County Forestry Board Meeting (9:00 AM)
  • Bird Feeder Workshop - Maryland State Parks (1:00 PM)

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Events:

  • Charmed Paint Your Pet Workshop (February 5)
  • Doodle Your Doodle Paint Night (February 5)
  • Part I: "Problems in the World Today" (February 5)
  • 80's NIGHT!! With DJ Folly & Dr. Stoner's Drink Specials (February 5)
  • Townhouse For Sale By Owner - OPEN HOUSE BY APPT ONLY (February 6)
  • FREE Virtual Tai Chi Class (February 7)
  • Part III: "The True Meaning of Life" (February 7)
  • Master Your Emotions & Conquer TRAUMA to Relieve Stress, Weight, Chronic Illness (February 8)
  • FREE Family Kung Fu Class + Lunar New Year Craft (February 9)
  • Add your event

For sale:

Housing:

  • OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2022 BY APPT ONLY, Arnold, MD (Details)
  • Providing Savings to Everyday Heroes When Buying/ Selling a Home (Details)
  • Add your listing

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll be back in your inbox next week with another update!

— Jacob Baumgart

About me: Have a story idea? Please contact me at jacob.baumgart@patch.com with any pitches, tips or concerns. Follow me on Twitter @jacobbaumgart to stay up-to-date with the latest Anne Arundel County and Prince George's County news. Being a lifelong Marylander gives me deep ties and a unique insight into the communities I cover. I graduated from the University of Delaware in May 2020 with a degree in media communication and minors in journalism and political science. Before joining Patch that June, I wrote for FOX Sports, The Delaware News Journal and The Philadelphia Inquirer. I also led my college newspaper, The Review, as editor-in-chief, during my senior year. I am now excited to embrace Patch and cover the communities I grew up in!

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