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Also, don't miss Glow Before you Go Cosmetic Event! on the Annapolis Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Annapolis art events should you not miss this October?
  • What cutting-edge boats are debuting at Annapolis City Dock this fall?
  • How you can tee off to support local K9 teams

Also on today's calendar: Glow Before you Go Cosmetic Event! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 67 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 73, low: 53.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 65 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Patrice Drago: A busy and artful autumn is on tap in Annapolis (capitalgazette.com) — October in Annapolis is packed with art shows, museum exhibits, and gallery receptions, from Maryland Hall and the Annapolis Maritime Museum to downtown galleries and the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum. Residents can explore everything from local marine scenes and Liberty Tree-inspired murals to Black women's history, textile art, and major Maryland Federation of Art fundraisers, many with receptions and artist talks throughout the month.
   

2. Six Boats Set for World and North American Debuts at 2026 Annapolis Boat Shows (eyeonannapolis.net) — This year's Annapolis Powerboat Show (October 8–11) and Sailboat Show (October 15–18) at City Dock will feature six major world or North American boat debuts, plus several other new models. From long-range cruisers to eco-friendly catamarans, the shows continue Annapolis's tradition as a premier in-water stage for the latest designs on the Chesapeake.
   

3. Rotary Club of Annapolis to Host Second Annual 'Fore the Greater Good' Golf Outing (eyeonannapolis.net) — Annapolis-area golfers are invited to join the Rotary Club of Annapolis' "Fore the Greater Good" outing on Monday, Oct. 19 at The Golf Club at South River in Edgewater, raising money for the Chesapeake K9 Fund. Registration options range from solo spots to foursomes and include food, drinks, contests, and shop credit, with full details and sign-up available online.
   

4. Annapolis Powerboat Show Contest (foxbaltimore.com) — You can win four tickets to the Annapolis Powerboat Show at City Dock, running October 8–11, by watching FOX45 Morning News this week and being the tenth caller when prompted. The contest is open to eligible residents in the Baltimore/Anne Arundel region and runs October 5–9, with five total winners receiving one-day admission ticket packages.
   

5. Maryland expanding 24/7 emissions testing kiosks at 7 locations across the state (wmar2news.com) — Drivers in Annapolis could soon have a new 24/7 self-service emissions testing kiosk, as Maryland expands its VEIP kiosk network to seven additional locations statewide. The kiosks cost slightly less than full-service tests and let you handle required inspections on your own schedule, with exact Annapolis site details to be announced in coming months.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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