Arts & Entertainment

🌱 Musical Comes To Annapolis + Racial Justice Advocate Speaks Up

A musical will open in Annapolis this month. Plus, a local racial justice advocate shared his thoughts on Black History Month.

Eye On Annapolis reported that the Classic Theatre of Maryland will perform "Cabaret, the Musical!" starting on Feb. 11.
Eye On Annapolis reported that the Classic Theatre of Maryland will perform "Cabaret, the Musical!" starting on Feb. 11. (Shutterstock)

Hi there, Anne Arundel County! Here's everything that's going on today.


First, upcoming weather:

  • Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun. High: 38 Low: 29.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy. High: 40 Low: 36.

Here are the top stories today in Annapolis:

  1. Annapolis Home Owners Expo Returning in February 2022 (Eye On Annapolis)
  2. Eastport voters who cast ballots twice in 2021 election did so by mistake, Annapolis elections board says (Capital Gazette)
  3. Eastport residents to seek former Annapolis officials' testimony on Wells Cove water access dispute (Capital Gazette)
  4. Carl Snowden: America's story is not complete unless we tell it all | COMMENTARY (Capital Gazette)
  5. Classic Theatre of Maryland Presents: Cabaret, the Musical (Eye On Annapolis)
  6. Tourism Day in Annapolis: Here's what legislation the Maryland travel industry is pushing for this year (Baltimore Business Journal)

From my notebook:

  • Visit Annapolis: "Join us as we celebrate Black Voices as a kick off to Black History Month. In cooperation with local organizations and the Banneker-Douglass Museum, we have curated a list of events, blogs and organizations dedicated to African American ..." (Facebook)
  • Naval Academy Brigade Sports Complex: "Navy Men's Ice Hockey 44th Annual Crabpot Tournament is just a little over a week away! Tickets will be limited and may sell out, so please call the Front Desk to secure your tickets (410-293-9700). Tickets are $10/Adults, $5/Youth (4-16..." (Facebook)
  • Annapolis Recreation & Parks: "The donation drive started yesterday for this year's Pass, Pick & Play! Between now and Friday, March 11, bring your gently-used sports equipment to one of the following locations: - "Pip" Moyer Recreation Center - Key School - Calvary U..." (Facebook)
  • Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks: "Cupid's Day Out @ North Arundel Aquatic Center Program Information: Drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m., children must be picked up by 3:00 p.m. Activities include games, swimming, pizza, and movies. Children should wear comfortable clothing an..." (Facebook)
  • Rotary Club of Annapolis: "West Annapolis Pop Up Pantry was a recipient of a grant from our #rotarycrabstogo revenues. On January 27th, the Pantry provided needed food to approximately 350 local residents. We are proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization!" (Facebook)

Coming up in Annapolis:

Wednesday, February 2

  • Start Small Think Big Webinars Series: Enhancing Your Business with Certifications (10:00 AM)
  • Finance Committee Meeting - City of Annapolis City Council (10:30 AM)
  • Board Meeting - Public Session - Anne Arundel County Public Schools (12:00 PM)
  • Estate sale, Thrift store m-thur 1-4pm sat 7-11am cash only 443 569 2290 (1:00 PM)
  • Blue Crab Industry Advisory Committee (2:30 PM)
  • Online Book Discussion: Practical Metaphysics (6:30 PM)

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Jacob Baumgart

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