Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay 2014 by Landmarks Marketing

Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay

Publisher’s Welcome Welcome to the Chesapeake Bay! It is with a great deal of pride that we publish our 25th Anniversary edition. The crew at Landmarks loves this region, the very first in our family of visitor information guides, and home to our staff. We have enjoyed sharing stories, ideas and experiences of this wonderful region with you throughout the publication. Landmarks has been publishing the area’s information for more than 25 years and we are pleased to welcome you to the Chesapeake Bay region.

Ron Szpatura - President

Publisher Information Ron Szpatura ��President, Publisher Luke Howard ��Vice President Luke Howard . . . . . . . . . . Senior Project Manager Daniel Novak �� Production Manager Amy Cherry . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Office Director Angela Szpatura �� Accounts Coordinator

For more information about participating in Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay contact: Landmark Marketing Inc. 326 First Street, Suite 202 Annapolis, MD 21403 P - 410-263-1722 | F - 410-263-1724 www.landmarksmarketing.com

Our purpose in producing Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay is to help you discover and learn about this historic, vibrant and special area. Whether you are here for a day, a week or a lifetime, you will find information that will help and enhance your visit. From the Chesapeake Bay lifestyle to its history, from local attractions to happenings, we have shared the best the area has to offer. There is delicious food, sumptuous shopping and much more to help you get the most out of your time as you navigate throughout the region. You may also find a video playing on the TV in your hotel room produced by Landmarks. This offers a visual tour of the area and is an excellent complement to this book. It can also be accessed on through the QR code or on YouTube search LandmarksMarketing.com You can save during your stay with Landmarks Great Deals of the Day by scanning the QR code or by going to LandmarksGreatDeals.com. Take advantage of money saving offers as great as 75% off at the finest establishments in town. Enjoy your stay! We hope this book will give you insight into the area and make your visit very enjoyable. Upon your visit to any of our participating merchants, please mention this publication, as they have made this project possible since 1988 and would appreciate your comments. Ron Szpatura, President Landmark Marketing, Inc.

www.landmarksgreatdeals.com Contributing Writer: Luke Howard Special Photographic Assistance: Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference & Visitors Bureau Contributing Photographers: Luke Howard, Daniel Novak, Lisa Masson

Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay

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Welcome from the Publisher 2 Chesapeake Bay Area Map 6 Chesapeake Boating 7 Chesapeake Lifestyle 10 Historic Overview 12 Things to See & Do 14 Area Events 20

Local Spas 26 Landmarks History 30 Spanning the Decades 34 Downtown Dining 40 Eastport Dining 56

Maryland Wineries 62 Shopping 64 Main Street Shopping 70 Shopping in West Annapolis 74 Maryland Avenue & State Circle 76 Gems around the Bay (B&Bs) 78

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Queen Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s County 82 Talbot County 85 Easton 86 St. Michaels 102 Area Accommodations 109 Index of Advertisers 114

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By Sea or By Land... Have FUN! in Annapolis with A Great Way to Get Out on the Water! From a quick ride across Spa Creek on the Water Taxi to a full

Day on the Bay or a 90 minute cruise aboard Lady Sarah, get out on the water! Harbor Queen has daily 40 minute harbor tours out in the Severn River and Miss Anne has daily 40 minute tours up Spa Creek. Picture yourself on the water with Cruises on the Bay by Watermark. All cruises depart from Annapolis City Dock. Purchase tickets under the red umbrella!

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Daily Tours

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The Chesapeake Bay Area

Location, Location, Location!

You couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be in a better location! From historical islands to majestic shores to the bountiful waters of the Chesapeake Bay, the area features a wide variety of entertainment and discovery. Boasting nearly 1500 miles of shoreline, the Chesapeake Bay is a natural wonder and possesses treasures enjoyed by all who live and visit this premier destination in the Mid-Atlantic. We hope you enjoy this book and the treasures it holds within its covers.

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Chesapeake Boating

Sailing into the Annapolis sunset aboard the 74-foot schooner “Woodwind”

Raise the sails, steer the boat or just sit back and relax! Sail the Chesapeake Bay on one of the two, 74-foot wooden schooners that offer a real Chesapeake Bay sailing experience, Woodwind and Woodwind II. Buy a ticket on one of the 2-hour public cruises or privately book the boat (s) out for a special event. Each trip aboard the Woodwinds is unique. All cruises sail past the US Naval Academy, gorgeous waterfront homes and the historic city skyline while heading into the Chesapeake Bay. When the wind conditions are spectacular, a trip to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge or the Thomas Point Lighthouse might be in the captain’s itinerary. The breathtaking sunsets over the city skyline are a must see. What better way to experience ‘America’s Sailing Capital’ than by taking a cruise aboard on a beautiful schooner (two masted sailing ship). Let the Captain and Crew make your trip especially memorable- they will invite you to help raise the sails (all 4 of them), steer the boat or simply sit back and relax with a cold beverage. Their cash bar is filled with a selection of wines and nice local craft brews; we even have bottles of Bubbly for special occasions.

During the weeknights, there are themed public sunset cruises like, History Mondays, Beer Tasting Tuesdays, Wednesday Night Match Racing, and Thursday Local Music Cruises. Tickets for 2 hour public cruises can be purchased up to 6 days in advance of the sailing date. Have a group of 18 or more? Purchase tickets in advance of those 6 days, by calling their sales team to arrange that for you. Throughout the season there are fun, themed specialty cruises; sail away and raise your glass on a “Wine in the Wind” cruise, learn about “Lighthouses on the Chesapeake”, indulge with a dinner cruise featuring local foods and drinks, and the popular fireworks cruise on Independence Day. Tickets for these events go on sale in the beginning of the year with menus displayed online. The Woodwind and Woodwind II offer privately chartered events as well. Fun, team match racing, corporate outings, crab feasts and catered sunset sails. Sailing is a great way to celebrate birthdays, reunions and a wedding weekend. The delicious catering menu that can be ordered for any private event

will please all of your guests. Ever dream of sleeping aboard a boat? On Saturday nights, the Woodwind Boat & Breakfast package includes a two hour sunset sail, accommodations aboard and then breakfast in the morning overlooking Annapolis Harbor. Boat & Breakfast packages are offered May through September. Whether you privately charter one of our schooners, sail with us on a specialty Wine in the Wind cruise or come out on a public 2-hour tour, there is no better way to experience Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay that on the Schooners Woodwind and Woodwind II. Call today to plan your trip aboard the Schooner Woodwind. Certified for 48 passengers on each schooner. Departs from the downtown Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel at 80 Compromise Street.

www.schoonerwoodwind.com

410-263-7837.

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It’s a Great Day on the Chesapeake Bay! Picturesque, historic, idyllic – Sailing upon the Chesapeake Bay is the perfect way to explore the shorelines of Maryland & Virginia. The Chesapeake Bay - 6400 miles of historic shoreline - offering the Cruiser / Sailor / Boater / Explorer a treasure trove of historic ports of call, restaurants & quiet anchorages.

Our combined services cover Chesapeake Charter all your boating expectations!

Chesapeake Yacht Charters

Chesapeake Yacht Charters & South River Boat Rentals offer Bareboat or Captain Charters in Annapolis & Kent Island, Maryland and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay. Together our experience, services and fleet of Boats to Yachts - Power, Sail, Cruisers or luxury yachts for charter will provide you with a relaxed opportunity to cruise from the South River or Kent Narrows to Annapolis, St. Michaels, Oxford, Rockhall, Chestertown or one of your favorite destinations.

South River Boat Rentals

Consider a Yacht Charter for

Special Occasion • Business Meeting • Day Out of Office Our Charter Yachts are perfect for entertaining friends or parties up to 12 for engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, bachelor/bachelorette cruises, wedding photos or delivering the groom and best men to the wedding – endless possibilities The Bay offers endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Cruise to a Golf Course – Favorite Port of Call Restaurant – Anchorage – Fishing spot. Our Captained Special Occasion and Business Charters are available with food and beverage catering upon request.

Come Cruise the Chesapeake Bay

All boats or yachts are “Cruise Ready” offering charters from a half day, full day or two thru a week or more. Our staff can assist with your selection of a vessel to meet your needs. Oh – Should you desire to just relax and enjoy your day on the water or cruising vacation, we’re happy to help you arrange for a Captain, crew, or provisioning for a completely worry-free experience. Captains are available for your convenience; giving you the luxury of operating the yacht or relaxing with family or friends. Also, your captain can provide instruction and training in a relaxed way to meet your needs

Over Thirty Years’ Experience

Chesapeake Yacht Charters and South River Boat Rentals have been providing many memorable cruising experiences on the Chesapeake Bay. Our Boats & Yachts are conveniently moored at several locations; Annapolis, MD, on the South River and East of Annapolis on Kent Island’s Kent Narrows. All locations provide great access to many cruising destinations for a day or two or a week.

Visit our websites for more information www.chesapeake-charters.com www.southriverboatrentals.com

Chesapeake Yacht Charters Edgewater Boating Center or Kent Island – Kent Narrows, MD 21619 410-266-9751 E-mail:info@chesapeake-charters.com

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The Chesapeake Lifestyle

Photo by Mike Pachler

ABOVE LEFT: Beautiful sunsets are plentiful while enjoying yourself along the shoreline of the Chesapeake. ABOVE RIGHT: Blue Heron are among one of the many diverse aviary that you can see while visiting the area. MIDDLE: Don’t forget the check out the water activities, kayaking is a favorite all around the Chesapeake Bay.

The Chesapeake Bay. The largest, natural estuary in the US. Home to the Blue Crab, the Chesapeake Oyster, Skipjacks, Deadrises and so much more. With its combination of historic charm and cosmopolitan culture, the cities and towns of this region provide the joys of small-town living with access to larger metropolitan areas. A popular weekend destination, the Chesapeake Bay has experienced tremendous growth over the past few years. Both on the Western Shore and across the Bay Bridge on the Eastern Shore, many have made this area home. The Chesapeake Bay, with over 5,600 miles of shoreline, 46 principal rivers and countless creeks, offers enjoyment both on and off the water. Not for boaters only, birders, hunters, hikers and more soak up the natural beauty that surrounds the Bay. There are county parks, state parks, and national parks that offer access and education to locals and visitors alike. The opportunities to get out and enjoy the Bay are plentiful! Annapolis, one-time capital to these United States, has served as the State’s capital city since 1695. Home to the U.S.

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Naval Academy and St. John’s College, the city of almost 40,000 has been a center of political activity and intellectual gatherings over the years. Considered the “Sailing Capital of the U.S.,” Annapolis teems with boats, both of the sail and power varieties. Recently chosen as the home port for the National Sailing Hall of Fame and Museum, Annapolis’ reputation as a sailor’s paradise is world renown. Boating activities take center stage with sailing regattas, powerboat cruises, watermen crabbing, kayaking and even stand-up board paddlers. The water is a way of life in and around Annapolis. The southern counties on Maryland’s Western Shore have their own charm and historic influence. The sleepy community of Solomon’s Island at the mouth of the Patuxent River comes alive with boating activity and stays active year-round with the Patuxent Naval Station right across the River. Just around the corner on the Potomac River is the southernmost part of St. Mary’s County, recently highlighted in the Captain John Smith Historic Chesapeake Trail. Up the Bay-side you’ll find the old fashioned charm of Chesapeake Beach or the marina-loaded

Photo by Mike Pachler

ABOVE LEFT: Thomas Pointe by Lisa Masson ABOVE RIGHT: Fishing on the Chesapeake is a wonderful past time enjoyed by many.

Herring Bay area with working boats, pleasure boats and active boatyards. Both of these areas serve as recreational venues to the Washington D.C. area as well as housing some of that city’s workers.

Just across the Bay Bridge from Annapolis is Queen Anne’s County and the bustling Kent Island area. Queen Anne’s has also seen much growth over the past few years with new communities springing up and down the waterfront.

The BWI Corridor, the area surrounding the Baltimore/ Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, is one of the fastest growing areas in Anne Arundel County. The enhancements of businesses and organizations supporting the Homeland Security initiatives have fueled growth in both the business and housing sectors. In additional to burgeoning hotels and restaurants, new housing is being built to support the expanding Ft. Meade area.

From there you can travel north to Chestertown or south to Talbot County. Talbot County includes the quaint, and sometimes famous, area of St. Michaels, as well as the busy Easton area with its many shops, restaurants and historic areas.

Maryland’s Eastern Shore is a unique place in so many ways. Geographically, it is separated from the mainland by the Chesapeake Bay all the way from Havre de Grace in the northern part, to Crisfield in the southernmost part of Maryland. Small towns and communities are the hallmark of Shore life with farmland and watermen’s dockages filling in the vast spaces in-between.

And just a bit further south, you’ll find Cambridge, on the shores of the Choptank River. With a variety of old timers and new comers, Cambridge retains that small town feel with touches of a more populous city. Education. Politics. Tourism. Government. Culture. History. All are prevalent in and around the Chesapeake Bay region. But in the center of it all is the Bay itself with a unique blend of small-town atmosphere and that cosmopolitan flavor. The richness of the past blends with the joy of the present leading to warm future prospects. The Chesapeake Bay is a place we call “home.” Landmarks Landmarksofofthe theChesapeake ChesapeakeBay Bay

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A Quick History

A Glimpse of the Past Visitors to Annapolis and Anne Arundel County quickly become immersed in the region’s rich history.

nne Arundel County was established in 1650, one year after Europeans first settled in the area. The early colonists produced tobacco on lands washed by Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. In 1694, Governor Francis Nicholson and the General Assembly decided to move Maryland’s capital from St. Mary’s City to a small port village just south of the Severn River. The next year, Nicholson and his Council renamed the government’s new home “Annapolis,” or “Anne’s city,” to honor England’s future Queen Anne. Nicholson designed the baroque street plan that still marks Annapolis as a city of the 17th century. Today’s visitors strolling through the web of streets that encircle and converge on the State House and St. Anne’s Church share the experience with their colonial predecessors. Annapolis began to prosper in the 18th century. Maritime tradesmen worked along the waterfront, craftspeople made and sold goods at their shops, and merchants advertised imported products drawn from Britain’s worldwide trade network. Visitors attending to government business found lodging, food, drink, and entertainment at a number of taverns. Theater performances, horse races, dinners, card parties, and balls attracted elite travelers such as George Washington, who recorded his expenses while making the busy social rounds. Some well-to-do families built Georgian townhouses so they could take advantage of the city’s Golden Age offerings year-round. These architectural masterpieces still offer glimpses into the lives of Annapolis’s colonial elite to modern guests.

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Annapolis patriots led Maryland’s push toward revolution in the 1760s and 1770s. The city had its own protests against British taxes, its own Liberty Tree, and its own tea party. Three of Maryland’s signers of the Declaration of Independence William Paca, Samuel Chase, and Charles Carroll of Carrollton - lived in Annapolis in 1776, and the fourth - Thomas Stone - resided there in the 1780s. Annapolis is the only place in the country that boasts surviving houses of all of its state’s Signers. The city’s maritime connections made it an important hub for gathering and shipping troops and supplies during the Revolutionary War. At the end of the conflict, Washington returned to Annapolis - this time as commander-in-chief of American forces, not merely a horse fancier - to resign his general’s commission before Congress, which was then meeting in the State House. The building’s Old Senate Chamber has been faithfully restored to its appearance on that historic occasion in 1783. Baltimore outstripped Annapolis as Maryland’s leading commercial center by 1800, and the state capital contented itself with its lesser role as a market town for Anne Arundel County. The pace of business picked up a bit when new 19th-century travel technologies — steamboats and railroads — allowed for closer ties between the city and county and their thriving neighbors to the north and west — Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Today, each can be reached by highway in an hour or less from downtown Annapolis, making the city the perfect place to base one’s exploration of the national capital region.

Since 1845, when Secretary of the Navy George Bancroft converted a defunct Army fort into a training school for naval cadets or midshipmen, Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy have sometimes been interpreted as synonymous terms. The Academy’s location, where the Severn River meets Chesapeake Bay, made it an ideal site for practical drills in ship handling, gunnery, and other nautical skills. It also made the campus a key position that had to be secured by Federal troops when the Civil War erupted. Union forces occupied the installation to prevent the Maryland legislature from voting for secession in 1861, and military hospitals established on the Academy and neighboring St. John’s College treated northern casualties. Today, despite — or perhaps because of! — the different approaches of their renowned educational programs and the dissimilar popular images of their gifted students, the two schools renew the theme of historic conflict in an annual spring croquet match with city bragging rights at stake. The redesign and rebuilding of the Naval Academy, begun in the 1890s, spurred expansion and modernization of its host city as well. New houses, paved streets, telephone lines, utility services, and electric trains were signs of the times in Annapolis around the turn of the 20th century. Meanwhile, northern Anne Arundel County farms supplied Baltimore and other cities along its transportation routes with fresh produce, and south county farmers continued growing tobacco, the crop that had been the lifeblood of the area’s economy for centuries. Travelers to the county still find it a region of surprising diversity, where the timeless rhythms of land and tide flow beneath the faster pace of modern life. Annapolis stood at a crossroads in the early 1950s. After enduring the trials of the Depression and World War II, residents had to decide how to harness post-war prosperity for the good of the historic city, which was clearly showing the signs of its two-and-one-half centuries of life. Demolition and redevelopment were one option, but many Annapolitans believed that the town could best face the future by valuing its past. Since its inception, Annapolis’s historic preservation movement has protected hundreds of buildings in a city recognized as a National Historic Landmark and National Register District. Today’s visitors experience the unique historic character and charm of a city enjoying its second Golden Age.

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Things to See & Do

efore the Revolutionary War, during its golden age, Annapolis was dubbed “The Athens of America” for its glittering social life, abundance of cultural arts and events, and high fashion. Now, vibrantly alive after three and a half centuries, Annapolis has a long and illustrious history to explore. Founded in 1649 by a group of Virginia Puritans in search of religious tolerance, Anne Arundel Town became the capital city of colonial Maryland in 1695 and was renamed Annapolis in honor of Princess Anne, heiress to the English throne. During the 18th century, Annapolis flourished as a mature center of commerce, culture, and politics. The Maryland State House, built between 1772 and 1779, is the oldest state capitol in continuous legislative use and is a National Historic Landmark. The State House served as the new nation’s first peacetime capitol between November of 1783 and August of 1784. Today, you can visit the original Old Senate Chamber, which hosted two extraordinary events in U.S. history: General George Washington’s resignation of his commission as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, followed three weeks later by the ratification of the Treaty of Paris, officially ending the war with Great Britain and signaling the recognition of the new nation. Anne Arundel County gets its unusual name from Lady Anne of Arundel, the wife of Cecil Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore and the man who owned the charter and land grant for the State of Maryland. Although she and her husband never made the trip across the Atlantic, the voyage carrying her brother-in-law and other Catholic colonists was planned in her living room in Tisbury, England. A visit to this destination is incomplete without a trip out on the water, as the area offers a significant maritime history. Just south of Annapolis you will find the quaint waterside villages of Galesville, Deale, Rosehaven, and Shady Side. Here, workboats still bring home the bounty of the Bay, and the small-town atmosphere is relaxing compared to the relative hustle of Annapolis.

Tours and Attractions Downtown Annapolis has many historical sites to explore. Tours are available for many of the sites; others offer information for passers-by. Two notable attractions in Annapolis are the United States Naval Academy and St. John’s College. The U.S. Naval

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Start your visit to the Chesapeake with a stop at the Annapolis & Anne Arundel County’s Visitors Center. Located on West Street in Annapolis, the Center offers details on unique tours, new restaurants, special events, area attractions, and a variety of outdoor activities.

Academy is a National Historic Landmark, founded in 1845 when 50 midshipmen were in attendance. Now, with a brigade of 4,000 midshipmen, the Academy is not only an institute of higher learning but also an attraction to visitors from around the world. Tours and information on the Academy are available at the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center on “the yard.” Just remember, you can’t drive into the Academy, but walk-ins are more than welcome! St. John’s College, the third oldest college in the nation, includes among its illustrious alumni Francis Scott Key, author of The Star- Spangled Banner. This “Great Books” school served as a military hospital during the Civil War. The new History Quest at the St. Clair Wright Center on Main Street in Annapolis will give you a perspective on the development and history of Annapolis before embarking on one of the many walking tours of the city. This renovated and restored building, circa 1745, unearthed many artifacts and stories during its renewal and is a good starting place for your historical explorations.

Sail the Bay

The Bay Theatre Company, Inc. 275 West St.#70, Annapolis 410-268-1333

Banneker-Douglass Museum 84 Franklin St., Annapolis 410-216-6180

Bowie Baysox Baseball Club Prince George’s Stadium

LIBERTe, ´ the schooner Private Personalized Charters April-June & SeptemberOctober

Parties up to 49 Guests

4101 Crain Hwy., Bowie 301-805-6000

Capital City Colonials

101 Severn Ave., Annapolis 410-295-9715

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center

600 Discovery Ln., Grasonville 410-827-6694

A unique venue for Special Events Catering • Full Beverage Bar

Chesapeake Boating Club

LIBERTe ´ the schooner @ the Chart House Restaurant

222 Severn Avenue, Annapolis, MD 410.263.8234 • TheLiberTe@aoL.com theLIBERTE.com

Amphibious Horizons Kayaking 600 Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis 410-267-8742

Annapolis Maritime Museum 723 Second St., Annapolis 410-295-0104

Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre

143 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-268-9212

Annapolis Symphony Orchestra 801 Chase St Suite 204., Annapolis 410-269-1132

Annapolis Tours by Watermark

One Dock St., Annapolis 410-268-7600 www.annapolistours.com Journey into the history, culture and fun of the Chesapeake Bay with Watermark! Our colonial-attired guides tell tales of the history of Annapolis and Maryland while showing the sights including the State House, USNA, historic homes and more. A wonderful and interactive experience! Private & group tours also available. (see their ad on pg. 5)

2601 Boston St., Baltimore 410-342-3110 www.getawaysailing.com A seasoned skipper takes you and up to 4 guests on a private sailing tour of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Experience the sites like you have never seen them before! The Club also offers daily rentals and annual memeberships. Memberships include access to over 40 sailboats and powerboats in 2 locations. (see their ad on pg. 8)

Located on Prince George Street, The William Paca House & Garden is a National Historic Landmark, restored by Historic Annapolis Foundation to its colonial-era splendor.

Chesapeake Children’s Museum

the Chesapeake Bay from the water with Watermark. 40 minute cruises, 90 minute cruises, a full Day on the Bay! Over 40 years of fun with the Chesapeake’s largest private fleet of yachts with the best views of Annapolis & USNA. Private charters also available. (see their ad on pg. 5)

Chesapeake Yacht Charters

31 Decatur Ave.., Annapolis 410-626-6000

25 Silopanna Rd., Annapolis 410-990-1993 Edgewater Boating Center or Kent Island - Kent Narrows 410-266-9751 www.chesapeake-charters.com (see their ad on pg. 9)

The Colonial Players 108 East St., Annapolis 410-268-7373

Crofton Go-Kart Raceway 1050 Route 3 south., Gambrills 410-721-2900

Cruises on the Bay by Watermark

1 Dock St., Annapolis 410-268-7600 www.cruisesonthebay.com Destination Fun! See Annapolis and

Discover Annapolis Tours

HistoryQuest Historic Annapolis Foundation 99 Main St., Annapolis 410-267-7619 | 410-267-6656

Liberte, The Schooner

222 Severn Ave., Annapolis 410-263-8234 www.TheLiberte.com Private, personalized charters for up to 49 guests. Sail aboard Annapolis’ most spacious schooner - corporate and team-building outings, weddings and events. Call Captain Chris and entertain the possibilities. Full bar and fine catering. (see their ad on pg. 15) Landmarksofofthe theChesapeake ChesapeakeBay Bay Landmarks

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Lisa Masson Studio Gallery

511 Fourth Street Eastport area of Annapolis 410-990-1777 www.lisamassonphotography.com Looking for an authentic Chesapeake Bay Gift? Take your personal tour of Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay Area by simply walking through Lisa’s Studio Gallery in Eastport and experience her innovative Chesapeake Bay items. Then select a beautiful silk scarf, note cards or a May Day print designed by Lisa to creatively capture uniquely local scenes. Well worth the trip. (see their ad on pg. 66)

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts

801 Chase Street, Annapolis 410-263-5544 / 410-280-5640 (box office) www.marylandhall.org Maryland Hall’s 700+seat newly-renovated theatre hosts concerts by Grammy winners, regional acts, family-friendly entertainment and performances by Annapolis Chorale, Opera, Symphony and Ballet Theatre of Maryland. Several galleries showcase artwork in all media. Arts classes and workshops are offered year-round and an outdoor labyrinth and café are available for visitors to enjoy. (see their ad on pg. 22)

Maryland Renaissance Festival 1821 Crownsville Rd., Annapolis 410-266-7304, 800-296-7304

National Sailing Hall of Fame & Museum 67-69 Prince George St., Annapolis 877-295-3022 www.nshof.org

Pusser’s Marion Warren Exhibit

80 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-626-0004 www.pussersusa.com Pusser’s has an extraordinary collection of more than 200 archival Marion Warren photos depicting the graphic history of Annapolis from 1880 to 1970 and historic ship models located in the lobby as well as throughout the restaurant. (see their ad on pg. 54)

Schooner Woodwind

19A Lincoln Dr., Annapolis 410-263-1981

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www.schoonerwoodwind.com (see their ad on pg. 7)

South River Boat Rentals

Edgewater Boating Center Edgewater, MD 410-956-9729 www.southriverboatrentals.com (see their ad on pg. 9)

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation

247 King George St., Annapolis 410-295-4000 www.usna.com Headquartered in historical Ogle Hall, the U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association & Foundation remain committed to supporting the Naval Academy and its alumni by honoring alumni accomplishments, providing alumni support and raising private funds to support the Naval Academy and the Brigade of Midshipmen. For more information, visit www.usna.com. (see their ad on pgs. 24-25)

Urban Eventours

26 West St., Annapolis 443-510-1348 www.urbaneventours.com info@urbaneventours.com Available for tours, special events and weddings using our all-electric, 5 passenger vehicles. Whether you are looking for a tour (either more in-depth Historic tours or a shorter “City View” tour), or a way to transport guests from hotels and parking garages to weddings receptions, other venues and back again, let us “move” you!

Historic Walking Tour Banneker-Douglass Museum The first African Methodist Episcopal Church of Annapolis. Founded in 1803, is now restored and houses the Museum. (#4 on Historic Annapolis Map) Brice House James Brice built this impressive Georgian mansion in 1773, it stayed in his family for a century. It is now owned by the International Masonry Institute and is a Registered National Historic Landmark. (# 6 on Historic Annapolis Map) Charles Carroll, Barrister House Dr. Charles Carroll built this house on the corner of Main and Conduit streets in 1723. Historic Annapolis Foundation, as its first major project, bought the house and moved it to the St. John’s campus to save it from demolition in 1955. (#7 on Historic Annapolis Map) Chase-Lloyd House Lloyd IV bought the unfinished shell of a house from Samuel Chase, a young Annapolis lawyer, and signer of the Declaration of Independence. Lloyd’s daughter Mary Lloyd eventually married Francis Scott Key, author of the Star Spangled Banner. (#8 on Historic Annapolis Map) Annapolis City Hall/ Ballroom The Assembly Rooms, located on this site, were a social gathering place from the 1760s. After the building burned during the Civil War, the three surviving walls were incorporated into the present City Hall. (#9 on Historic Annapolis Map) Court House The original Federal style portion of the courthouse was built in 1824 and enlarged in 1892 in the Italianate style with a projecting tower and cupola. (# 10 on Historic Annapolis Map) Governor’s Mansion The State bought land in 1868 to build a new home for the Governor, which was completed in 1870 as a French Empire mansion. Remodeling work done in 1936 converted the house to a five part Georgian style of the colonial period. (#11 on Historic Annapolis Map) Hammond – Harwood House This masterpiece of Georgian architecture was begun in 1774 for Matthias Hammond. The museum, house, and garden are now Registered National Historic Landmark. (#13 on Historic Annapolis Map) Market House The first market house on this site was built in 1784. The present market was completed in 1858 and restored in 1970 after Historic Annapolis Foundation led the successful fight to prevent its demolition. (See #16 on Historic Annapolis Map) Maryland Inn Thomas Hyde, a prominent merchant, built the flatiron portion of the present building between 1772 and 1782 on the old Drummer’s Lot of the 1695 town plan. This structure is unique in that it was originally built as an inn and has remained one through the years. In the 1780’s, it was known as the King of France Tavern. (#17 on Historic Annapolis Map)

McDowell Hall Construction began on a house for the colonial governor Thomas Bladen. When the legislature refused to vote more funds for completion, the empty shell became known as “Bladen’s Folly”. Given to St. John’s College in 1784, it became the first classroom building when the college opened in 1789 and is named for St. John’s first president. (See #18 on Historic Annapolis Map) Naval Academy Chapel The 1904 Chapel designed by noted architect, Ernest Flagg, is located on the highest point of ground within the yard. The window behind the altar and several others were personally designed by the Louis Comfort Tiffany. (#19 on Historic Annapolis Map) Ogle Hall/Alumni House Ogle Hall, built between 1735 and 1739, takes its name from the Ogle family, who lived here from 1747 to 1815. Visitors to the house included George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette. The USNA uses the house as its administrative offices. (#21 on Historic Annapolis Map) Old Treasury The Old Treasury, built between 1735 and 1737, is the oldest public building in Maryland. Until 1779 it housed the offices of the commissioners who distributed bills of credit. State treasury officials worked here during the nineteenth century.

Historic Annapolis Tours now uses this building as a tour office. (#22 on Historic Annapolis Map) Preble Hall The Naval Academy Museum, completed in 1939, contains some 50,000 items related to the history of the Navy, Marine Corps, and Naval Academy. Its holdings include superb collections of ship models, maritime paintings, and John Paul Jones’ memorabilia. (#23 on Historic Annapolis Map) Shiplap House One of the oldest surviving houses in Annapolis, the Shiplap house, c.1715, was probably built by its first occupant, Edward Smith. Smith ran an ordinary tavern (or inn) in the house. Noted Maryland artist of the late nineteenth century, Francis Blackwell, also lived here. The house features exhibits and the Historic Annapolis Foundation Museum Shop. (#26 on Historic Annapolis Map) St. Anne’s Church The present church, built in Romanesque-Revival style, is the third to stand on this site. Construction began in 1859, using some of the walls still standing after the second church burned down in 1858. (#24 on Historic Annapolis Map) St. Mary’s Church The present church, a Victorian-Gothic structure,

was consecrated in 1860. The interior displays the rib-vaulting and hand carved altar screen typical of the Gothic-Revival style. (# 22 on Historic Annapolis Map) State House Maryland’s Capital building, built in 1772, is the oldest state house in the U.S. in continuous legislative use. In December, 1783, George Washington resigned his commission as commander and chief of the continental army, and a few weeks later, the Treaty of Paris was ratified there. (#27 on Historic Annapolis Map) William Paca Gardens Described in 1778 as “extremely elegant,” the terraced gardens had been filled in and Carvel Hall built on the upper terraces in 1906. With the demolition of the hotel in 1965, archaeologists and historians were able to rediscover the original landscape design which has been faithfully reproduced. (# 30 on Historic Annapolis Map) William Paca House One of the four Marylanders to sign the Declaration of Independence, William Paca built this magnificent mansion between 1763 and 1765. In the twentieth century, visitors knew it as the entrance to the Carvel Hotel. Historic Annapolis Foundation in 1965 led the successful effort to prevent its demolition and to restore the home to its original splendor.

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Arts & Crafts Festival Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium 550 Taylor Ave. Annapolis, MD 21401 http://www.annapolisartsandcraftsfestival.com/ 410-263-4012 info@annapolisartsandcraftsfestival.com

Area Events

Tug Of War

Blue Angels

Second St. on the Eastport side Susan Campbell Park in Annapolis http://www.themre.org/

Fly over Navy Academy graduation http://www.blueangels.navy.mil/

Navy Football

Crownsville Fairgrounds 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis Fall 2013, every weekend (Last weekend of August to the 3rd weekend of October) 410-266-7304 www.rennfest.com

Maryland Renaissance Festival

City Dock Annapolis, MD http://usboat.com/ 410-268-8828 info@usboat.com held in October The United States Sailboat Show (since 1970, Annapolis, Maryland) is the world’s oldest and largest for new, in-water sailboats.

Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium 550 Taylor Ave. Annapolis, MD 21401-2220 http://www.navysports.com 1-800-US4-NAVY tickets@usna.edu The Navy Midshipmen football team represents the United States Naval Academy in NCAA Division I-A college football. They are a Division I Football Bowl Subdivision independent school and coached by Ken Niumatalolo since December 2007.

United States Powerboat Show

Coco Blanco

Anne Arundel County Fair

Loews Annapolis Hotel 126 West St Annapolis, MD 21401 http://www.savethecoconuts.org/events.html# cocoblanco 410-353-1552 coconuts@savethecoconuts.org

Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds 1450 General’s Highway (Route Crownsville, MD (410) 923 3400 www.aacountyfair.com

United States Sailboat Show

City Dock - Annapolis, MD held in October The United States Powerboat Show (since 1972, Annapolis, Maryland) is the nation’s oldest, new in-water powerboat show.

Bay Bridge Boat Show City Dock -Annapolis, MD held in April Bay Bridge Boat Show (since 1982, Stevensville, Maryland) is the Mid-Atlantic’s largest, spring boat show for both new and premium brokerage boats.

Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival Sandy Point State Park 1100 East College Parkway Maryland 21409, United States (410) 257-7413 http://www.bayblues.org/

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Eastport-A-Rockin Annapolis Maritime Museum 723 2nd Street Annapolis, MD 21401 http://www.eastportarockin.com/ 410-916-5500 info@eastportarockin.com

MILITARY BOWL ®

Irish Festival Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds 1450 Generals Hwy. Crownsville, MD, 21032 http://www.annapolisirishfestival.com 410-980-7971 emcgowan@annapolisirishfestival.com

NAVY-MARINE CORPS MEMORIAL STADIUM

AnneArundelCounty Fairgrounds 1450 Generals Hwy. Crownsville, MD, 21032 http://www.barbayq.com 410.493.8467

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;How to Pick a Blue Crabâ&#x20AC;? by Jonathan W. Brown Over the past two decades, Jonathan W. Brown has

athletes and such international organizations as Paramount

premiered over 30 images of local nature and Eastern Shore

become one of the most well established local artists in the

Studios for whom he produced the 25th Anniversary Star Trek

subject matter, earning a reputation as a top local artist, and the

Maryland and Mid-Atlantic areas. Originally from Baltimore,

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leading Blue Crab Artist in the State.

he is a career technical artist who also takes on freelance work.

He is most notably known, however, for his long-term

Jonathan continues to create, producing new images

His works have become well-known and commercially rep-

relationship with and public appearances at the World Fa-

which can be found in shops and galleries throughout the

resented, having produced specialized works for several NFL

mous Ocean Gallery in Ocean City, Maryland, where he has

Maryland Mid-Atlantic area and worldwide on the web.

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Make the Arts a Part of Your Visit to Annapolis!

Discover the magic of the arts at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts. Home of four Resident Companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Annapolis Opera, Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, Live Arts Maryland and Ballet Theatre of Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;as well as arts classes for all ages, art galleries, an outdoor labyrinth and a Cafe.

www.liveartsmaryland.org; 410-263-1906

www.annapolissymphony.org; 410-263-0907

www.annapolisopera.org; 410-267-8135

www.balletmaryland.org; 410-263-8289

Maryland Hall is located one block off West Street at 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD 21401

www.marylandhall.org

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Local Spas

Spoiling Yourself!

Spa……hhh! There isn’t much that is as relaxing as a day away from the hussle and bussle, but sometimes you need a vacation from your vacation. Looking for a place to escape the hassles and stresses of day to day living? With our busy lives it is often difficult to find the time for rest and relaxation. We are focused on getting ahead, striving for success and looking for what opportunities tomorrow may bring. Since stress has been shown to be a contributing factor in numerous health problems and diseases the cost of our material success may be greater than we think. Spas provide a place for rest, relaxation, and a chance to de-stress. The Annapolis area offers a number of tranquil Day Spas. Make your visit extraordinary and escape to an oasis of relaxation! Vacations are the perfect time to make time to nurture your body and soul with some much needed self care. Whether you are looking for a rejuvenating massage, a soothing facial, a detoxifying body treatment or an indulgent manicure and pedicure you will be sure to find what you need on the spa menu. Nearly all spas have custom day spa packages so consider devoting several hours to some much needed pampering. One of the most popular spa services is Therapeutic Massage. Massage not only feels incredible – it’s good for you too! Massage helps reduce stress and alleviate muscle tension. There are so many different kinds of massages to choose from! When in doubt, a basic Swedish relaxation massage is a good choice for anyone who has never experienced massage therapy. Massage

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aficionados may prefer a deep tissue massage to work out specific areas of muscle tension or a reflexology treatment which can address problem areas in the entire body from working out corresponding points on the feet. A Deep Tissue massage is a great way to work out those sore muscles after a day’s golf outing. Couples massage has become a very popular spa service. It allows you to share the pampering experience of a relaxation massage with that someone special. Facials are a wonderful spa service designed to keep you looking your best. They offer a non-invasive anti-aging treatment opportunity for those who are looking for a more natural way to combat premature aging. Facials can be customized to address a variety of skin care concerns including acne, fine lines and wrinkles, hyper pigmentation, and rosacea just to name a few. Facials are divinely relaxing and a great way to keep your skin looking fantastic. Microdermabrasian and LED Light Therapy are some additional anti-aging skin care services that many spas offer. More aggressive skin care treatments can be found at day spas that provide medical aesthetic services such as Laser treatments and Botox. With such a great variety of options, you should be able to find a skin care service that meets your needs.

Body treatments are skin care services that provide rejuvenation from head to toe. Detoxifying body wraps and exfoliating body scrubs will leave your whole body amazingly soft, smooth, and energized. Although fun in the sun is part of any great beach vacation, too much sun can lead to premature aging and major health concerns. Spray tanning has become a popular alternative with health conscious spa goers. Spray tan services can help you achieve a healthy beach glow without submitting yourself to the sun’s damaging rays. Spa manicures and Pedicures are an experience in indulgence with special pampering for hands and feet. A trip to the spa may be just what you are looking for on your next visit to the Annapolis area. With so much to offer, the Chesapeake area day spas provide the perfect escape and may prove to be the highlight of your vacation.

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Company founder, Ron Szpatura, contributed his efforts to the development of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Visitors Bureau. The Visitors Bureau and local hoteliers both felt the need for a quality, in room, publication to orient their visitors to what was available in the area. Ron fulfilled this need by launching the first edition of Landmarks of Annapolis, which was distributed to all ten hotels in the area.

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After 10 years of successful publishing Landmarks expanded into and to the beach for the Ocean City market. The growth continued Richmond, Charlottesville, Pittsburgh, and Coastal Virginia

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The Visitors Channel became a complimentary product in several of those markets and Landmarks experienced double digit growth through many of those years.

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Timeline spanning the decades

Landmarks celebrates its 20th Anniversary edition by continuing to provide “Quality Destination Information” to the Annapolis visitor market.

Landmarks is proud of its Rich history and very proud of being able to work with some of the top businesses in our communities. We hope to take the concept of embracing and implementing change into to the future to celebrate many more years of success in the marketplace. We pay tribute to those who have also spanned the decades and succeeded for the last 25 years plus, by highlighting their history in the following pages.

Ron’s alma mater in Charlottesville into a total of 12 markets including The company like many others found it necessary to reinvent itself to get in step with the changing direction with Digital marketing coming on strong. Landmandmarks Great Deals was created and the division has become a very integral part of Landmarks’ success.

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With 274 Years of continuous operation, makes them the 2nd oldest Tavern in the United States. In 1740 the tavern was open by Elizabeth Bennett and in 1750 it was sold to Horatio Middleton. Middleton operated a ferry that took people to the Eastern Shore The law required ferry owners to have lodging for travelers. The Middleton became an Inn for seafaring men. The ferry cut hours off the trip from Philadelphia to Northern Virginia so George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and many of the leaders of the American Revolution were frequent patrons of the Inn and Tavern. The Tavern became a gathering place and social center for Annapolis. Middleton had many owners and went through many changes until it was purchased by Jerry Hardesty in 1968. The new ownership created an almost museum type atmosphere to be enjoyed when you visit the 2nd oldest tavern in the Country. In the oyster bar, you can feast on the fresh oysters, shrimp, fish, crabs and other seafood delicacies served raw or prepared anyway you would like. Also displayed is the great seal of Maryland with the Ploughman and fishermen as representatives of the state. They symbolize the two industries that made Maryland such a valuable source of trade.

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The city’s current Market house is the eighth identified in the evolution of Annapolis. In 1683, an act was passed by the General Assembly providing for “one giant market”.The city built an actual Market House near the intersection of State circle and Northeast street in 1717. Several moves took place but in 1784, eight local businessmen deeded Market Space to the City under one condition,a market house had to be built on that site. This became the permanent home of where the Market House sits today. in the 1800’s the Market house became the center of the economy it is was legislated that goods could only be sold at the Market House. Everyday was a Market Day except Sunday. Over the years there have been progressions from a fish market, grocery store and it actually escaped destruction by legislators because of local support. The History of the Market House has so many twists and turns that there have been entire books written about it. In 2014 the, after years of neglect, misuse and no use, the Market House lease was awarded half to the Blonder family, one of Annapolis most successful business owners. and half to other local entrepreneurs. Take a tour and you can see the upgrades that have been made with the first class food stalls, inside and outside seating and a destination well worth what its rich history deserves.

178 Years

113 Main street has been a part of this history and has seen over 200 years of Annapolis’ evolution. Built in 1774 as the Rose & Crown, this tavern was a local gathering spot for both Royalists and Revolutionaries. By 1836, it tuned into Sam’s Café, the only dining and dancing establishment in downtown Annapolis. This was Annapolis’ Golden age. A waterside Tavern served as a portside communications network long before there was an internet. Sam’s Café became the meeting place for merchants, sailors and locals alike. Discussing trade, politics and enjoying entertainment, it was the social centerpiece in downtown Annapolis. The 70’s brought Fran O’Brien’s, named for the owner who played for the Redskins as a defensive lineman. The steak and seafood menu became a favorite amongst the legislators and politicians, a distinction it still enjoys. Jerry Hardesty purchased and changed it to Fran O’Brien’s Oyster Bar He brought back the emphasis on Chesapeake Cuisine and Annapolis Hospitality. The décor pays homage to the sports heroes of the Naval Academy as well as the history of Annapolis. The storage rooms where liquor and other such items are now stored, used to be tiny bedrooms. Now of course the trade is in food and in fun. Whatever the century or decade, O’Brien’s at 113 Main Street Annapolis is the place to be in Downtown. With live entertainment nightly and a great menu.

100 Years

The story of Phillips Seafood is an intriguing American tale of humble beginnings, hard work and the courage to take risks to achieve one’s vision. Brice and Shirley Phillips grew up on Hoopers Island, a small community off Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay where most residents worked on the water. In their early married life, they managed Brice’s father’s seafood packing plant, which sourced wild crabs, fish and oysters. In those early days, the fresh seafood traveled by steamship to Baltimore. Faced with surplus crabs one season, Brice and Shirley decided to open a simple “crab shack” in Ocean City, MD with a $2,000 loan from their families. What began as a one-room carryout in 1956 grew over the years until it seated 1,400 guests. Business grew from there, as the family expanded into new locations. From the very beginning, the Phillips family has focused on bringing the culinary traditions and welcoming hospitality of the Eastern Shore to their guests. They know there is no replicating authenticity. That’s why many of their recipes are generations old, passed to their chefs straight from the kitchen of Shirley Phillips. After 100 years, Phillips Seafood remains family-owned and family-operated. Just as Brice and Shirley passed down their dedication to their business to sons Steve and Jeff, so has the third generation become an integral part of the company’s future, fulfilling a wide variety of roles at Phillips.

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In 1906, a boy of 14 ventured from Arna, a village in Sparta, Greece, to America with one suit of clothes and enough money ($57) to cover fair, food and the immigration law. He settled with Greek friends in Brooklyn, N.Y., earned $15, enough to buy a pushcart. Thus began the humble beginnings of a career in the food business, as the young boy pushed his cart through the streets of Rockaway, N.Y., selling peanuts and popcorn. He came to Annapolis to meet and wed Cecelia Mandris, Sam Lewnes and his brother, John opened two dining places In 1921, Sam bought a business in Eastport, (a subdivision of Annapolis) from his brother-in-law Nick Mandris, and opened Sam’s Corner. Then, in 1947, George and his brother Lou, took over Sam’s Corner and named it Lewnes’ Bar & Grill. George and Helen’s two sons, Spiro and Charlie, eventually joined their parents in the family business, and by 1966 added a lounge. More renovation followed in 1975 with the expansion of the kitchen and dining facilities. With the addition of Greek Cuisine to the menu, the Lewnes’ family renamed their restaurant Spiro’s. With the passing of Sam in 1981, and George in 1983, the family sold the business. With the restaurant business still in his blood, Charlie and his wife Pam, and sons Sam and Mack, ventured back to Fourth Street, and bought the restaurant from their Uncle Louie. In 1989, after extensive remodeling, Sam’s Corner reopened in honor of Sam Lewnes, the man who 83 years earlier had started it all. Today the locals consider it the Premiere Steak House in Annapolis

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Walter and son Robert L Chance opened their main street location of Chance Jewelers in 1948. Little did they know they would become the longest continuously family owned and operated business on Main Street. In 1965 the next generation took over. Locally known as Bob, Chance Jeweler had 40 plus successful years. In 1999 Bruce Chance, the fourth generation of the Chance family came into the business and heads up the operation to this day. Providing our customers with reliable service and the highest in quality are the principles of our business: your satisfaction is our only means for success. We concentrate our efforts upon supplying our customers with access to the finest designers and manufacturers of jewelry from all over the world. The diamonds and colored stones used in our pieces are selected for their quality and rarity. We take pride in the fact that we can provide jewelry at competitive prices while using the highest quality diamonds, colored stones, and workmanship. WR Chance has become the standard in Annapolis, when it comes to finding the highest quality jewelry, gifts, or the most detailed repairs.

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In 1919 F. Marion Lazenby had a goal to bring pasteurized milk to Annapolis. Mr. Lazenby bought a failing dairy on the land where the Loews Annapolis Hotel currently is located. The of name of the dairy was the Annapolis Creamery Company, to locals it was the Annapolis Dairy. Mr. Lazenby also is the inventor of the signature curvy neck bottle synonymous with pasteurized milk. A sample of these original milk bottles, a complete story of the dairy, are available in the lobby curio case. The Annapolis Dairy supplied its products to the Navy Academy even though the Academy had a dairy. The Dairy provided ice cream to the Midshipmen who consumed 300 gallons of ice cream per week in 1938. The Annapolis Dairy included an ice cream stand featuring the famous ice cream treat the Eskimo Pie. A compassionate employer and entrepreneur Mr. Lazenby founded Annapolis Utilities to keep his staff employed during winter months. Annapolis Utilities, now the site of our three story meeting space, known as Loews Annapolis PowerHouse, (located across the hotel’s courtyard) sold various types of fuels and eventually sold LaSalle and Cadillac automobiles. In the mid-40’s the dairy and plant closed. The Utility Plant eventually became the Baltimore and Annapolis Bus Terminal. It was reconstructed as the Annapolis Hotel in 1988 and later purchased by Loews Hotel. The 200 plus room Hotel and Conference Center has distinguished itself with great service and has become one of the top Hotels in the Bay area.

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The Chart House concept was born on Independence Day in 1961, the brainchild of famed Hawaiian surfer Joey Cabell and U.S. Navy man Buzzy Bent. The first location was modest, with just a few tables in a converted diner in Aspen, Colorado. However, two principles present in 1961 remain staples of every Chart House location – great food and equally impressive views. Chart House continues to dominate the list of the 100 restaurants with the most scenic views for the fifth year in a row. Today, Chart House restaurants overlook the coasts of both the Atlantic and the Pacific, and other scenic locations in between. And while we stretch from sea to shining sea, every location remains committed and specialized to its local community. Whether you choose to dine at our beautifully-remodeled Annapolis location overlooking the glimmering harbor, 750 feet above San Antonio in the Tower of the Americas or at the Weehawken location with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, you can’t go wrong with the signature fish specialties, slow-roasted prime rib and delicious salads. The original Hot Lava Chocolate Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. The Chart House legend – more than 50 years in the making.

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“Robert Andrew Salon & Spa Robert Andrew’s roots extend back to the 1960s when Owner/CEO, Robert Andrew Zupko, operated nine traditional beauty parlors operating under the name Robert Andrew Hairstyling and niched as a chain of upscale neighborhood salons servicing clients with roller-sets only. In the summer of 2002, with the creation of their latest state-of-the-art facility—Robert Andrew – The Salon & Spa: a 33,000 square foot, Tuscan-themed salon and spa—Robert Andrew has once again raised the bar for day spas in the area. Centrally located between Washington D.C., Annapolis and Baltimore, Robert Andrew delivers the rich, indulgent experience of a destination spa. It is the only day spa salon of this caliber in the area, and is presently one of the largest day spas in the country!” The new Men’s Zone at Robert Andrew’s Salon offers a relaxing experience for their male guests, including a steam room and totally private lounge.The Men’s Zone gives you the ability to receive custom services such as a Men’s Haircut & Facial, Mustache & Beard Trim, or a Hot Lather Shave while relaxing in your leather recliner enjoying ESPN, CNN or any one of their 300 additional premium channels in complete seclusion. VIBE , a Robert Andrew signature salon features their freshest talent with the latest education in trends and fashion for all of your hair care needs. VIBE was created as an oasis, offering gentle price points while delivering Robert Andrew quality in hair care and customer service.

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Watermark, originally Chesapeake Marine Tours, began by offering a single sightseeing cruise to St. Michaels aboard the Annapolitan in 1972. Founder Ed Hartman, an attorney by trade, had a love of boating and a desire to invest in the local community. Today, in its second generation of family ownership with Hartman’s daughter Debbie Gosselin at the helm, the company has become a part of the canvas of Annapolis. Harbor Queen has been a consistent icon on the Annapolis harbor and “Day on the Bay to St. Michaels” is a long-time favorite. Watermark’s Colonial dressed tour guides have led thousands of school children through the Maryland State House, the historic streets of Annapolis and the grounds of the United States Naval Academy. The same children step aboard Queen for a cruise – many of whom experience their first boat ride with Watermark – and perhaps some dancing along the harbor too. Couples have said “I do” on Catherine Marie and crabs have been cracked on the top deck of Lady Sarah numerous times…all while cruising the Severn River. Watermark’s Water Taxi lends to the charm and unique experience of Annapolis. As Watermark celebrates its 42nd year, the company continues to grow in Annapolis and Baltimore. No other place than Watermark can you meet Francis Scott Key, watch the Blue Angels fly from the water, host a corporate outing on a yacht, cruise the waters of Baltimore at night and walk with a Colonial.

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In 1942, a small Waterman’s bar opened on a winding road outside of Annapolis.. 32 Years later, Jimmy and Linda Cantler bought the business and building and changed the name to Cantler’s Riverside Inn. Jimmy involved six of his sixteen brothers and sisters in the operation. The family business developed a reputation as a local hangout and became attractive to the growing visitor population because of the freshness and quality of the seafood. In 1994 Dan Donnelly came aboard to manage the 52 year old “local bar and restaurant”. Dan maintained the old time charm and quality of the food and Cantler’s blossomed into the place to go for crabs and seafood in Annapolis.The Maryland tradition of spreading crabs over paper and smacking the claws with your wooden hammer while drinking a Naty Bo out of a can is alive and well here. Part of the charm is getting there, but with todays GPS technology you can allow your navigator to take you around the winding roads past the waterfront homes Dan has carefully preserved Cantler’s as a Waterman’s museum with the look and feel of a 72 year old bar and restaurant. It is the real Annapolis. The team of waiters that are exceptional and many have been there for decades. Its easy to feel right at home and if you get there early enough you get the great view of Mill Creek from the outside deck. This combination of atmosphere, friendly service and fresh food prepared the Maryland way has caught the eye of the Travel Channel, Food Network and tons of national press. Cantler’s is a historical gem, but it is also a must do Restaurant during anyone’s stay in the area.

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In the late 60’s, Mike Ashford, a well-traveled aviator and connoisseur of local saloons, flew over Annapolis and said to himself, “This is where the best saloon on the planet should go!” Ashford was an Air Force trained pilot that had moved into a career as a commercial pilot. He had traveled the world and he knew exactly what he was looking for. In 1975, McGarvey`s had its beginnings in the downtown waterfront area which at the time was not so desirable. Menu items such as burgers and oysters that became famous, as well as Ashford’s own Aviator lager, created a local patronage.. With Ashford’s Air Force background, he has a great affinity for all branches of the military. The number of marriage plaques that are displayed showing the Annapolis’ married couples that met at McGarvey’s is very long and something the owners are very proud of. Over the years the word spread and you could find the Navy’s Blue Angels and celebrities, like Walter Cronkite stopping in, after enjoying their flying or sailing on the Bay on any given night. A stop at McGarvey’s became a ‘must do’ when visiting Annapolis.Oysters, clams, crab cakes, burgers, craft beers and other specials are offered almost every night and continue to keep one of Annapolis’ oldest and most popular saloons very busy. It is like dining in a historical museum as you view the many articles and pictures posted on the wall giving you a glimpse of the rich history. A trip to Annapolis without dining at McGarvey’s is not complete. Be sure and make one of Annapolis’ oldest and most famous saloons a part of your stay.

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Joseph Jacobs thought it would be a great idea to compliment his work as a local Attorney by being a silent partner in what was to be only the fifth restaurant in the Eastport Area of Annapolis. Some things changed very quickly and his silent partnership became a little more active but fortunately there was Richard McClure to take over as the operational head of the restaurant and remains the current General Manager to this day. The name Carrol’s Creek interestingly enough came from an obscure 1776 map that misnamed Spa Creek as Carrol’s Creek. They also misspelled the name of the signer of the Declaration of Independence, Charles Carroll. Joseph’s son Jeff worked every summer in the restaurant while in school and when he graduated in 1991 Jeff became the operational owner of the restaurant. In 2004, the management team invested over $1 Million in a major renovation to capitalize on easily one of the best views of Annapolis. The renovations opened up the dining area and created expandable banquet rooms that could facilitate 8 to 80 people and maintain that magnificent view. With continuous operation by the same management for 32 years, Carrol’s Creek has distinguished itself with exceptional food and quality service. For the last decade their Cream of Crab soup has won awards as the Best in Maryland. Not only one of Annapolis oldest businesses but one of the best run business.

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Captain Bill Harris, with his wife Sis, started Harris Crab House in the summer of 1981 on the front dock of the W. H. Harris Seafood Processing House so his customers could sit and enjoy fresh seafood. The old processing house, which started business in December 1947, is still home to Harris Seafood Company, LLC, now under new ownership since 2004. W. H. Harris Seafood was one of over 20 oyster shucking houses in the area, and having withstood the test of time; remains the only operating oyster house open year round in Maryland. In 1991, Karen and Art Oertel with Jerry and Pat Harris opened the new Crab House with open air upstairs decks overlooking the moving picturesque waters of the Kent Narrows. With its open air decks, guests have a clear view of the old processing house, multitudes of waterfowl, sunset views, boats and the hardworking watermen that help in providing a safe and healthy seafood product. Over the years the restaurant has been filled with artifacts from the ever enduring seafood industry that is rich with a history of hard work and dedication. The goal was to capture the essence and heritage of the Eastern Shore. Visit Harris restaurant and enjoy fine seafood in a relaxed historic setting.

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Over four decades ago, Ruth Fertel, a divorced mother of two, mortgaged her home for $22,000 to buy a small 60-seat restaurant in New Orleans, Louisiana named Chris Steak House. Shortly thereafter, a fire forced her to change the original location and she renamed the restaurant, “Ruth’s Chris Steak House.” Despite her lack of restaurant experience, Ruth’s enthusiasm and determination made the restaurant a greater success than even she had anticipated. In 1977, at the urging of a loyal customer, Ruth granted her first franchise just outside Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Our Sizzling Steak Concepts franchise began shortly thereafter in the mid 1980’s in Georgia. Featuring custom-aged, USDA prime steaks, served with the signature sizzle and legendary hospitality, all franchise owners are dedicated to honoring the vision and traditions set forth by Ruth’s Chris Steak House founder, Ruth Fertel. From its humble beginnings on Broad Street in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1965 to its current position as an internationally acclaimed restaurant, Ruth’s Chris welcomes steak enthusiasts at nearly 140 restaurants worldwide.

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In 1984 Sam's Waterfront cafe opened its doors with the completion of Chesapeake Harbor. This upscale gated community was constructed by well know Annapolis developer Jerome Parks. He designed the restaurant to look exactly like a Chesapeake Bay lighthouse and originally named the Restaurant after his father, Sam. Several years later popular Washington restaurateur. Dominique brought his unique brand of dining to Annapolis and opened the very high end French dining establishment here. After his sudden death, Mary Randell took over the Restaurant and returned it to the original name. In 2005 Andrew Parks came in to take over the reigns of the operation. His daughter shared the same name as his grandfather, Sam, so the name stuck. Andrews passion for food and the excitement created with the outside waterfront dining has proven to be a winning formula for Sam's over the last ten years. The restaurant and Marina have hosted many notable celebrities including Astronaut and Congressman, John Glen, the football family of John Kent Cooke.

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Buddy’s Crabs & ribs was established in June 1988 by owner Harvey Blonder and sons. Annapolis did not have a downtown crabhouse for visitors at that time. Upstairs there was a unique view of the harbour loaded with working boats that went out daily to bring home the crabs and fresh fish from the Chesapeake Bay. The vision of Buddy’s was to serve products that were unique to Annapolis, but not offered in downtown, crabs and ribs. The biggest challenge was not how to make great food or have great customer service, but how to get guests to walk up the stairs, see the view and enjoy the delicious food and great service!! Well, after 26 years, Buddy’s has done it, they have pleased thousands of customers, both local and from around the world, and has become a staple and a must go to when in Annapolis!! Right in the heart of Downtown.

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The journey of the Mexican Café, from a very small Bay Ridge Road “Tijuana style” building to it’s present location in West Annapolis, began without margaritas!! The award winning Mexican Café’s signature margaritas were created a few years after it originally opened the doors for business over two decades ago. The Mexican Café is no stranger to dilemmas. From the early 1990’s, it has survived the split of a partnership, death of one of the original owners and the 2011 move to it’s current larger location on Melvin Avenue in West Annapolis with outdoor seating. Today the café offers a wide variety of Mexican and Tex Mex menu options from Oaxacan Chicken Mole to quesadillas, all made with fresh ingredients from scratch. Over decades the list of margarita options has expanded to include new signature versions of the original margarita such as the Orange Crush margarita with oranges crushed to order, the Especial, Sangrita and Jackarita to name a few. The Mexican Café has survived the test of time and offers a casual place to reflect, relax and enjoy your day.

In season and out of season Sams Waterfront is a popular destinations for locals and visitors alike.

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Downtown Dining Bottom Left: Located waterfront in Eastport, The Charthouse Restaurant has an incredible view of Annapolis harbor. Sit in the waterside lounge next to the copper fireplace and watch the on-the-water activities roll on by or enjoy their spacious dining room with equally impressive views of the boats in several Eastport marinas. Top Middle: Come visit Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls on Main Street in Historic downtown Annapolis for an authentic Lobster Roll direct from Portland Maine. Also enjoy chowders, lobster bisque, salads homemade whoopie pies and more. Bottom Right: Great waterside dining and drinking at Proud Mary’s Bar at Sam’s Waterfront Cafe. Tucked away in the middle of Chesapeake Harbor Marina, Sam’s is a true visual and culinary experience.

ne of the most exciting aspects of your visit to the Chesapeake Bay will be deciding what and where to eat. This region has a true abundance of feasting choices, from the fine dining restaurant to the local pub, you have many options and truly tasty ones, at that! The most obvious local tasty treat is the Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab. Whether served steamed, caked, or stuffed, it is a special pleasure. Long a staple of the local’s diet, the Blue Crab has become more of a delicacy in recent years. Regional efforts have shown to improve Crab numbers and it is, once

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again, becoming the Chesapeake dinner delight. No matter where you are in the Chesapeake Bay region, seafood is the catch of the day. From rockfish to oysters, clams to flounder, the variety of Bay and Atlantic Ocean seafood is fabulous. There are traditional favorites but many chefs have explored the ways of the world and you will find everything from sushi–style to Maryland fried when it comes to preparation. Be not afraid of the choices—just dive right in and sample all the seafood bounty the Bay has to offer.Not feeling fishy? Not a problem! The area has plenty of

scrumptious samplings, from steak to vegetarian cuisine. And world-wide flavors have made their way to the shores of the Bay: Mexican, Japanese, Italian, French, Chinese, Mediterranean, even Indian! Sumptuous breakfasts and brunches, lazy lunches, delicious dinners are found all around the Bay region. With all the surrounding farms and farmer’s markets, fresh fruits and vegetables are another Bay bounty. There is a trend toward local and fresh in many restaurants. Spring brings lettuces, asparagus, peas and many other early greens. Everyone

Top: A beautiful and scrumptious feast at Yellowfin. Wonderfully aged prime beef and fresh fish paired with delicious wines in a bright and comfortable waterfront atmosphere.

Right: Voted the best dockside restaurant in Annapolis, Pusser’s Caribbean Grille is located right on the water next to the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront hotel. With a unique nautical feel and waterfront dining, you’ll enjoy a Caribbean-inspired menu created by their award-winning chef. And don’t forget to try one of their world-famous Painkillers!

waits for that first tasty tomato plucked off the local vine in summer along with sweet corn. The Bay region’s farms enjoy rich soil and a long growing season so all can enjoy the fruits, literally, of their labors. Peaches, apples, grapes and more are all seasonally available. Speaking of grapes, vineyards have begun sending their tendrils around the Bay—look for wine from a local winery to savor. One of the best things about Bay dining, in addition to the vast array of food choices, is the choice of atmosphere. The white linen, candlelight dinner one night may be followed by the flip-flop’s welcome outdoor picnic seating the

next. Soak up the sights and sounds of the area at the various outdoor-dining options. In almost any case, attire does not need to include a coat and tie; deck shoes and open collars are the dress code of the day almost year-round. No matter where you plan to dine, a quick call for reservations is not always required but is recommended. Whether you are in the heart of Annapolis, in Southern Maryland or enjoying the Eastern Shore, a wonderful culinary adventure awaits your dining pleasures!

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Blackwall Hitch

400 Sixth St, Annapolis 410-224-8836 www.theblackwallhitch.com Serving up modernized American Cuisine of land and sea favorites in an urban, chic environment. Experience comfortable and creative spaces for gathering and enjoy live, local music every Wednesday through Saturday. Brunch is served every Sunday from 10am - 2pm with live Jazz music. Free on-site parking. (see their on pg. 60)

Boatyard Bar and Grill

300 Second St., Annapolis 410-268-7166 www.chart-house.com Located in the historic Trumpy Boathouse on Spa Creek in Eastport. 40-foot ceilings offer uncompromising views of Annapolis, State House, and Naval Academy. Known for fresh fish, seafood, and prime rib. Reservations accepted. Parking available. Water taxi to front door. Open daily at 5pm. Sunday Brunch at 11am. (see their ad on pg. 58)

Buddy’s

100 Main St., Annapolis 410-626-1100 www.buddysonline.com Family owned and operated. A fabulous view overlooking City Dock and Main Street. Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Daily all-you-can-eat buffets and a full-service menu, including hard shell crabs, fresh seafood, baby back ribs, steaks, chicken, pasta, salads and sandwiches, kids menu and full bar. Kids eat free (see ad). Buddy’s slogan, “We’re glad you’re here,” says it all. (see their ad on pg. 46)

49 West CoffeeHouse 49 West St., Annapolis 410-626-9796

Acme Bar & Grill

163 Main St., Annapolis 410-280-6486

The All American Steakhouse 139 Mitchell Chance Rd., Edgewater 410-956-4494 theallamericansteakhouse.com (see their ad on pg. 50)

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BAROAK Cookhouse & Taproom

126 West St, Annapolis 410-295-3505 www.baroakannapolis.com BAROAK is influenced by the best pubs and taverns in America and Belgium. Artfully presented knife-and-fork dishes, like steak frites and an assortment of moules and pizzas. Complemented by a collection of perfectly-cooked burgers, stacked sandwiches, and fresh entree salads. Drinks are an integral part of the dining experience, both as beverages and as ingredients in the restaurant’s signature dishes. (see their ad on pg. 3)

Cantler’s Riverside Inn

458 Forest Beach Rd., Annapolis 410-757-1311 www.cantlers.com If you’ve never eaten steamed crabs like the locals, this is the place to be. Featuring the best crabs on this side of the Chesapeake! Atmosphere that money cannot buy–very casual, beachy. Boat dockage. Eat inside or out on waterfront deck. Seating is first come, first served. Groups welcome. (see their ad on pg. 42)

THIS IS GOING TO GET MESSY!

We are proud to serve Chesapeake Bay & Atlantic area seafood; from the crab to the oysters and more! Enjoy our traditional Shore favorites straight from local waters, prepared by locals and to your plate. Grab a frozen cocktail or ice cold beer and take in the soothing gentle breezes of outdoor dining.

Steamed Crabs Raw Bar Crab Cakes Soft Shell Crab Crab Feasts & More Locations & items are seasonal, join us while they last!

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Open daily at 11:30 am - close 2am Sunday 10am Brunch 8 Market Space Annapolis, MD

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On the City Dock Carl’s Deli at the Market House

25 Market St., Annapolis 410-263-7949 www.markethousemerchants.com A real deli with sandwiches of every type imaginable (make your own if you like). Fresh soup everyday. An lunch buffet of chicken, ribs, and other food at a fixed price. (see their ad on pg. 13)

Carrol’s Creek Café

Located just across the Spa Creek Bridge in Eastport 410 Severn Ave. 410-263-8102, 410-269-1406 www.carrolscreek.com Innovative American cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, served in Annapolis’ most panoramic waterview setting. Inviting casual Bar and lounge. Al fresco dining in season and romantic sunsets. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Popular Sunday Brunch. Ample parking. Water taxi stop. Private parties, receptions, and catering. (see their ad on pg. 57)

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Chart House

300 Second St., Annapolis 410-268-7166 chart-house.com Located in the historic Trumpy Boathouse on Spa Creek, enjoy uncompromising views of Annapolis, State House, and Naval Academy. Known for fresh fish, seafood, and prime rib. Reservations accepted. Parking available. Water taxi to front door. Open daily at 4:30 pm. Happy Hour Sunday-Friday 4:306:30. Sunday Brunch at 10am. (see their ad on pg. 58)

Everything- and we mean everythingis made from scratch every day right n the kitchen. It’s Mexican food, carefully made by real people from really fresh ingredients.

Chick & Ruth’s Delly 165 Main St., Annapolis 410-269-6737

Cheeseburger Cheeseburger 2329 Forest Dr., Annapolis 410-224-7297

The Chop House Chevys Fresh Mex of Annapolis

2430 Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis 410-573-4932 www.chevysannapolis.com The Chevys way: Where FRESH MEX is more than just a menu slogan.

1915 Towne Centre Blvd. Ste 250, Annapolis 888-456-3463 www.msventures.com Our goal is to consistently exceed guest expectations by providing memorable dining experiences in creative and distinctive restaurants. (see their ad on pg. 52)

ocated on Market Space in the Historical District of Annapolis, The Federal House Bar & Grille is nestled among a shopping and sightseeing haven with handicap accessibility. Have lunch and experience the unique charm of the world’s sailing capital or visit us for dinner to check out Annapolis’s extraordinary nightlife. The Federal House, established in 1830, has a handicapped entrance and is pet friendly and

partnered with oyster recovery, Navy Athletics, and Paws boutique. Our menu includes local favorites like our award winning cream of crab soup, tasty sandwiches, and fresh seafood. The Federal House offers a great dining experience for the whole family. Our friendly and welcoming staff will be happy to help you find your “new favorite”. Be sure to check out our events page to see what’s happening at Federal House late night. We have live music during the week, DJ’s and dancing on the weekends.

OUR BANQUET SERVICES Located upstairs at the Federal House, the Annapolitan Room is the perfect place to hold your next event. It's ideal for rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, birthday parties, family reunions, or any other occasion

Live Entertainment Monday Thru Thursday(seasonal) – DJ Every Friday and Saturday Visit www.federalhouserestaurant.com to join our email CLUB! Like us on Facebook!! Follow us on Twitter @1Federalhouse!!

22 Market Space Annapolis, MD 21401 410.268.2576

http://www.federalhouserestaurant.com Mon - Sun: 11 am - 2 am

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Davis’ Pub

400 Chester Ave., Annapolis 410-268-7432

Dock Bar at Pusser’s Caribbean Grille

80 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-626-0004 www.pussersusa.com Watch the boats go by on Ego Alley while relaxing with a world-famous Painkiller. Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, Caribbean cuisine, tropical drinks and live entertainment at Annapolis’ only dockside bar. Located next to the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront hotel and accessible by water taxi. (see their ad on pg. 54)

Fado Irish Pub

1 Park Pl., Annapolis 410-626-0069

Federal House Bar & Grille

22 Market Space, Annapolis 410-268-2576 www.federalhouserestaurant.com Located on Market Space in the Historic District of Annapolis, Federal House is nestled among a shopping and sightseeing haven. Sample the many fine steak, seafood, & pasta dishes available during lunch & dinner while you experience the unique charm of the world’s sailing capital. Stay for cocktails & live music to experience Annapolis’ extraordinary nightlife. Open daily until 2am. (see their ad on pg. 45)

Fox’s Den- American Craft Gastropub

Crush Kitchen and Winehouse

114 West street Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 216 – 9444 www.crushwinehouse.com Located in a renovated firehouse in historic Annapolis, Crush Kitchen & Winehouse offers affordable, premium, and uncommon wines with an electic American menu served in a casual and fun atmosphere. Enjoy Chef Mike Morrone’s culinary creations that combine unconventiona ingredients with traditional comfort foods. (see their ad on pg. 49)

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179b Main St., Annapolis 443-808-8991 www.foxsden.com Fox’s Den is a welcoming underground Gastropub in the heart of Annapolis. The offerings are all American focused with Brick oven dominated cuisine, American Spirit cocktails, and small craft beers. A food first pub with a unique twist on traditional fare. (see their ad on pg. 53)

Galway Bay Irish Restaurant 63 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-263-8333

Golden Dragon

1900 Fairfax Rd. Ste 7, Annapolis 410-267-5992

Annapolis’ Hidden Treasure Gordon Biersch

1906 Towne Center Blvd #155, Annapolis 410-266-5965 www.gordonbierschrestaurants.com Stop in at Gordon Biersch Annapolis and enjoy made-from- scratch cuisine and handcrafted, award-winning beers! Whether you are booking your event in our private banquet area or cozying up by our fire pit outside, we are dedicated to serving you! Don’t forget to check out our new menu, extended late night happy hour and extensive wine list!

Spectacular Waterfront Dining Inside and Out!

The Greene Turtle

177 Jennifer Rd., Annapolis 410-266-7474 3213 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater 410-956-1144

Grumps Cafe

117 Hillsmere Dr., Annapolis 410-267-0229

Harris Crab & Seafood Restaurant

Located on the Eastern Shore, just 20 minutes from Annapolis Kent Narrows Way N., Kent Narrows 410-827-9500 www.harriscrabhouse.com Not just for crabs...you’ll enjoy the casual atmosphere in this waterfront restaurant. You can watch the local watermen gather their harvest, while feasting on steamed shrimp, fried oysters, soft shell clams, and a variety of fish. Special attraction All you can eat Crab Feast upon availability Mon.-Fri. Topoff your dinner with a Nutty Buddy. (see ad on pg. 83 and Back Cover)

Winner of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence Winner of Wine Enthusiast’s Restaurant Award of Distinction

Harry Browne’s Restaurant & The Grill Room 66 State Cir., Annapolis 410-263-4332

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Heroes Pub

1 Riverview Ave., Annapolis 410-573-1996

Les Folies Brasserie

2552 Riva Rd., Annapolis 410-573-0970

Leeward Market

India’s

257 West St., Annapolis 410-263-7900

601 Second St., Eastport 443-837-6122 www.leewardmarket.com

Kevin and Mike’s at the Market House

Level - A Small Plates Lounge

25 Market St., Annapolis 410-263-7949 www.markethousemerchants.com Mike Blonder and family have been producing crab cakes in Annapolis for well over 25 years. You will be amazed at what they have put together for the price you pay. Annapolis means Crab Cakes and a walk through the Market to get one of those Crab Cakes is a MUST DO. (see their ad on pg. 13)

69 West Str., Annapolis 410-268-0003 www.lannapolis.com A highly acclaimed restaurant with a local’s first atmosphere and welcoming attitudes to all. All menu items are designed to be shared and all cocktails are handcrafted with fresh juices, mixes, and garnishes. Level’s small plates style of dining encourages a sense of community and sharing. (see their pg. 53)

Lemongrass

Lewnes’ Steakhouse

167 West St, Annapolis 410-280-0086

Lemongrass too

2625 A Housely Rd., Annapolis 410-224-THAI(8424)

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401 Fourth St., Annapolis 410-263-1617 Serving only tender U.S. prime cornfed Midwestern steaks. Whole Maine lobsters 3 pounds and up. Featuring a Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excel-

lence” award winning wine list. Owned and operated by the Lewnes family since 1921. Located in Annapolis’ “Restaurant Row” in historic Eastport. Major credit cards. Reservations recommended. (see their ad on pg. 61)

Luna Blu Ristorante Italiano 36 West St., Annapolis 410-267-9950

Maggiano’s

2100 Annapolis Mall suite 200., Annapolis 410-266-3584 www.maggianos.com Whether celebrating a special occasion or gathering the family for an informal dinner, Maggiano’s strives to make every Guest feel comfortable enough to laugh out loud, reminisce, and be indulged. With that in mind, we know that to make our Guests feel special, our teammates have to feel special. Italian family style dining. Lunch and dinner seven days a week.

Hello, Gorgeous

It All Happens at Crush Located in a renovated firehouse in historic Annapolis, Crush Kitchen & Winehouse offers affordable, premium, and uncommon wines with an eclectic American menu served in a casual and fun atmosphere. Experience our wine flights. Discover your passion. Date Night

Casual Dining

Private Events

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All AmericAn STeAkhouSe 139 mitchells chance rd edgewater, mD 21037 410-956-4494 hourS: monday – Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm or until the game ends! theallamericansteakhouse.com

The Main Ingredient

914 Bay Ridge Rd., Annapolis 410-626-0388

The Market House

25 Market St., Annapolis 410-263-7949 www.markethousemerchants.com One of the oldest establishments in Annapolis, the Market house has been revived to have the feel of the 316 Year old business with choices of today’s favorite foods and products that you would find in a Downtown Market. It is the heart of downtown Annapols. (see their ad on pg. 13)

Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls

188 Main St., Annapolis 410-280-2254 The local owners pride themselves in serving fresh lobster brought in direct from Portland, Maine. Fresh, fast, and delicious.Free delivery in the historic district.Also visit our adjoining Capital Cakes and Ice Cream. Farm fresh ice cream and cupcakes baked daily. (see their on pg. 72)

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McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar

8 Market Space, Annapolis 410-263-5700 McGarvey’s is known worldwide for delighting locals and visitors for 40 years. Known for our soft shell crab, oysters, and premium fresh fish. Winter oyster happy hour at $6 per dozen, mussel night on Thursdays. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Kitchen open until 1am every night. The aviator lager is our own house crafted beer. One of Walter Cronkite’s favorite saloons. (see their ad on pg. 44)

The Melting Pot

2348 Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis 410-266-8004

The Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge 169 West St., Annapolis 410-280-5160

The Mexican Café

609 Melvin Ave., Annapolis 410-626-1520 410-626-1534 To Go www.themexicancafe.com A Little Touch of Mexico in Annapolis! Since 1992, the Mexican Café has been serving all your traditional Mexican favorites along with their hand-made specialties in a fun & festive atmosphere. Voted the Best Margaritas in Town, enjoy the Tijuana experience while you sip on their signature margaritas or a cold cervesa. Dine inside the colorful dining room, outside on the deck, or at home with Mexican Café To Go. (see their ad on pg. 55)

Middleton Tavern (Est. 1750)

2 Market Space, City Dock, Annapolis 410-263-3323

www.middletontavern.com Experience continental cuisine with the authentic 18th-century ambiance of this historic tavern. Fine waterfront view from outdoor sidewalk cafe or fireside dining. Raw Bar features an Annapolis Specialty, “The Oyster Shooter.” Lounge with big screen TVs or enjoy the live entertainment nightly in the Oyster Bar. Open, daily 11:00am - 2am. Sunday brunch 10am-1pm. (see their ad on the Inside Front Cover)

Mike’s Restaurant & Crab House 3030 Riva Rd., Annapolis 410-956-2784

Miss Shirley’s Cafe 1 Park Pl., Annapolis 410-268-5171

Nano Asian Dining

189 Main St., Annapolis 410-267-6688

OB’s Prime

111 Main St., Annapolis 410-269-1210 www.obsprime.com A classic American tradition in the finest sense. Prepare to enjoy generous portions of the finest certified prime beef and exquisite seafood entrees, an award wining wine list in an atmosphere of timeless elegance. Enjoy a drink at our wine bar or retire to our Board Room for private dining for up to 12 people. OB’s is Annapolis’ newest fine dining restaurant. Open Thurs.-Fri.-Sat. Wine Bar 4pm. Dining 5-11pm. (Inside Front Cover)

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O’Brien’s Oyster Bar & Grill

113 Main St., Annapolis 410-268-6288 www.obriensoysterbar.com The unique ambiance attracts the locals as well as the visitor. Choose outside cafe, oyster bar, dining room, dance floor or banquet facility (up to 100 people). Famous for seafood and steaks. Entertainment & dancing nightly. Sports bar with 22 big screen TVs. Major credit cards accepted. (Inside Front Cover)

O’Learys Seafood Restaurant 310 Third St., Annapolis 410-263-0884

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SAVOR

exceptional cuts of 100% USDA Prime beef that are the perfect combination of flavor and tenderness.

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in the finest and freshest top-catch fish and premium seafood.

EXPERIENCE

extraordinary service and premium wine selections.

Reservations at (888) 456-3463 TheChopHouseAnnapolis.com facebook.com/ChopHouseMD

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Osteria 177

177 Main St., Annapolis 410-267-7700

Palate Pleasers

1023 Bay Ridge Ave., Eastport 410-263-6941 www.palatepleasers.com

Paul’s Homewood Cafe 919 West St., Annapolis 410-267-7891

Pennsylvania Dutch Farmers Market

2472 Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis 410-573-0770

Phillips Crab Deck

14 Dock St., Annapolis 410-280-2722 www.PhillipsSeafood.com Harkening back to Traditional Eastern Shore Crab Houses, we are proud to serve Chesapeake Bay & Atlantic area seafood, from the crabs to the oysters and more! Enjoy our traditional Shore favorites straight from the local waters, prepared by locals straight to your plate.

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Phillips is centrally located on historic Annapolis City Dock. (see their ad on pg. 43)

Ports of Call Restaurant and Lounge Doubletree Hotel Annapolis 210 Holiday Ct., Annapolis 410-573-1350

Potato Valley Café

47 State Circle, Annapolis 410-267-0902

Pusser’s Caribbean Grille

80 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-626-0004 www.pussersusa.com Come experience the award-winning food and lots of fun at Pusser’s Caribbean Grille where you can get a “taste of the Caribbean” at our exclusive dockside location. With tropical, nautical décor and outstanding views of the harbor, we are a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Located next to the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront hotel. (see their ad on pg. 54)

Rams Head Tavern 33 West St., Annapolis 410-268-4545

Red Hot & Blue

Southern Grill and Bar 200 Old Mill Bottom Rd. S, Annapolis 410-626-7427

Red Red Wine

189 Main St., Annapolis 410-990-1144

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

301 Severn Ave., Annapolis 410-990-0033 www.ruthschris-annapolis.com Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first-class service from one of the most outstanding prime steak houses in the world: Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Among the most distinctive dining destinations in the area, at Ruth’s Chris Steak House your service will always be first class-attentive but never fussy. (see their ad on pg. 59)

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The Best in Annapolis for Waterfront Dining

Sam’s on the Waterfront

2020 Chesapeake Harbour Dr. East, Annapolis 410-263-3600 www.samsonthewaterfront.com Tucked back in Chesapeake Harbour Marina, Sam’s on the Waterfront is truly a visual and culinary experience not to be missed. Proprietor Andrew Parks is dedicated to providing the freshest, local, most creative dining experience possible. Their award-winning wine list and seasonal menu’s are creatively prepared with regional influences, which change seasonally. They also have incredible live music on the weekends. Serving lunch & dinner daily and Sunday Brunch. Come by sea or land and enjoy the experience. (see their ad on pg. 47)

Enjoy a delicious menu created by our award-winning chef, inspired by the waters of the Caribbean and the Chesapeake. And don’t forget our famous Painkillers!

Pusser’s Company Store Purveyors of Unique Nautical & Caribbean Clothing, Gifts & Pusser’s Rum

Sofi’s Crepes

1 Craig St., Annapolis 410-990-0929

Stan and Joe’s Saloon 37 West St., Annapolis 410-263-1993

Stoney River Steakhouse

2190 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis 410-224-8312

TGI Fridays

2582 Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis 410-224-4870

Tsunami Shop for unique nautical clothing, authentic Caribbean spices, t-shirts, exclusive decanters and the official Pusser’s Rum.

51 West St., Annapolis 410-990-9868

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Eastport Dining The Maritime neighborhood of Eastport is home to marinas and yacht clubs, historic inns and fantastic restaurants, both along “Restaurant Row” and hidden throughout the neighborhood. A short walk, drive, or water taxi ride from the city center of Historic Annapolis, Eastport provides a whole different variety of cuisine and ambiance choices in dining. Carrol’s Creek is a seafood restaurant that offers waterfront dining inside and on their expansive deck, with a picture perfect view of the entire Annapolis Harbor. Tucked away in the Annapolis City Marina, the restaurant’s new red paint job is an inviting Annapolis landmark that guides visitors across the bridge into Eastport. Since 1983, Carrol’s Creek has been serving fine food including steaks, chops, and of course, fresh local seafood. Their Sunday brunch is wildly popular and known as one of the best in town. Also featuring waterfront dining, the Chart House Restaurant is an upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant known for its large bay windows that provide diners with a beautiful, scenic view of City Dock and the Annapolis harbor. The menu promises excellent steaks, seafood, and specialty desserts. Eastport can easily satisfy even the most devoted steak lovers with two great choices. Lewnes’ Steak House is a family operated restaurant with a long history in Annapolis. Locals love the prime steaks, impeccable wine selection, and elegant atmosphere that make Lewnes’ a popular romantic destination for special events. Serving up only the best choice beef since 1921, the Lewnes family is known for bringing that special touch to their restaurant that sets Lewnes’ apart. One block away is the Nationally acclaimed Ruth’s Chris. Their many locations around the globe have developed a reputationfor high quality and exceptional service.This gives you a choice between two of the highest rated Stakhouse’s in the state of Maryland. Surrounded by water, it is no surprise that Eastport is home to so many great seafood options. Blackwall Hitch, the latest Eastport $multimillion renovation located on the corner of Severn Ave and Sixth Street, offers ‘casually elegant’ dining in a warm and comfortable setting. The open kitchen can be seen from the dining room, featuring a ceramic hearth oven and hardwood grill. The newly constructed outside dining on the second floor gives you an excellent view of Annapolis Harbor.. For the ultra local experience, The Boatyard Bar and Grill, offers a casual dining menu with a raw bar and great comfort food in a “Key West”-inspired environment. From panoramic waterfront views to serious steaks and seafood, or comfort food to eclectic, Eastport has a restaurant to suit everyone’s taste.

Take your personal tour of Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay area simply by walking through Lisa’s studio in Eastport. Her creative photography is artful and the details are incredible. Look for her new pictorial book of Annapolis coming out next year. Our cover shot is but one example of her work.

Enjoy an uncompromising view of Annapolis while dining on “East Meets West Tuna” at the beautiful and waterfront Chart House. This delectable dish features zesty tuna tartare drizzled with wasabi cream paired with seared peppered tuna & avocado, with kim chee slaw and plantain chips.

While dining in Eastp�t... visit Annapolis Maritime Antiques!

128 Severn Ave. Annapolis, MD 21403 On the corner of Severn and 2nd (410) 268 - 7490 annapolismaritimeantiques.com

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Our specialty is custom Liberty Ship hatch-cover furniture, made to order.

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Best crab cakes

Spectacular Waterfront Dining

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a nautical Cheers —WASHINGTONIAN

Amazing Raw Bar Fresh Local Seafood Daily HAPPY ARRG! Mon–Fri 3-7 pm in bar Private room for parties Weekend brunch Best in town 8 am Daily breakfast 7:30 am

On Restaurant Row in Annapolis’ Historic Eastport Fourth & Severn, Eastport–Annapolis 410-216-6206 n boatyardbarandgrill.com

Most family friendly

Margaritas, house made Sangria and Hand crafted cocktails. Come to Vida for a high energy and tasty experience. (see their ad on pg. 53)

Viet Thai Paradise

FRESH FISH SPECIALTIES PRIME RIB & STEAKS HOT CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE Located in the historic Trumpy Boathouse, Chart House in Annapolis offers panoramic waterfront views of the City Dock & U.S. Naval Academy.

FANTASTIC HAPPY HOUR BAR BITES $4 - $6 300 Second St. • Annapolis • (410) 268-7166 chart-house.com Also visit us in Alexandria • One Cameron St. • (703) 684-5080

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2625 suite A/B Riva Rd., Annapolis 410-266-8222 www.vietthaiparadise.com Viet-Thai Paradise is the area’s best ethnic East Asian offering, not only in style but also in taste, Rich, flavorful dishes plentiful in portion yet fresh and healthy. From Hanoi to Bangkok, The menu features the standard and exotic fare of the two countries— a tempting marriage of aesthetics and quality recipes that will have you coming back time and again. (see their ad on pg. 51)

Vin 909

909 Bay Ridge Ave., Eastport 410-990-1846 www.vin909.com

Wild Country Seafood

124 Bay Shore Ave., Eastport 410-267-6711

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Yellowfin Steak & Fish House

2840 Solomons Island Rd. Reservations: 410-573-1333 Banquets: 410-897-0190 ext. 111 www.yellowfinrestaurant.com A dining experience! Featuring the freshest fish, steaks and seafood. Gorgeous waterfront dining and sunsets on the scenic South River. Private room and deck available for weddings, rehearsal dinners, special events & corporate meetings. Voted Annapolis’ “Best daily happy hour.” Sunday Champagne Brunch Buffet. Truly a “must see” when visiting Annapolis! (see their ad on pg. 48)

Yellowtail at the Market House

25 Market St., Annapolis 410-263-7949 www.markethousemerchants.com Fresh Raw oysters brought in that morning iced right in front of your very eyes. Prepare with cocktail sauce, horseradish, lemon and hot sauce for a real treat anytime of the day. a Maryland tradition for centuries. (see their ad on pg. 13) 1906 Towne Center Blvd., Annapolis 410-224-6598

Come taste the diﬀerence perfection makes. Also featuring whole Maine lobsters 3 pounds plus, and a Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” award winning wine list. Open 7 nights a week. Reservations recommended.

Best Steak House 2014

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Ziki’s Japanese Steak House

Buttery crisp outside, juicy tender inside. With over 93 years Annapolis restaurant experience, LEWNES’ serves only USDA prime aged steaks and seafood favorites.

Best Special Occasion Restaurant 2014

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anks for voting us “Best Steak House” 10 years running

Annapolis Maritime Antiques owns the world’s largest collection of World War II Liberty Ship hatch covers in original condition, which they turn into one-of-a-kind nautical furniture. See a variety of fun nautical decorative items and antiques in the shop and online. (see their ad on pg. 56)

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128 Severn Avenue 410-268-7490 AnnapolisMaritimeAntiques.com

visit us at www.facebook.com/lewnessteakhouseannapolis

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Maryland Wineries

Maryland Wine Country With more than 400 different wines to choose from, there is a Maryland wine that’s perfect for every palate and every pocketbook. Drawing from generations of experience and an ideal climate for ripening classical winegrapes, Maryland’s skilled winemakers provide wine drinkers a wonderful experience - world class wine made in Maryland. From the mountains of Western Maryland to the Chesapeake plains, from country landscapes to quaint historic towns, Maryland’s wineries provide a wide variety of delightful settings for a family adventure, a gathering with friends, a romantic interlude, or a moment of quiet solitude.

What to Expect on the Trails Visit a Maryland winery to meet the winemakers and see how your favorite wine goes from grape to bottle. Spend a day (or a weekend!) in wine country, or simply enjoy a leisurely escape among the rolling hills and beautiful vineyards. Taste our superb wine, explore our picturesque vineyards, and take part in our exciting events throughout the year. The Maryland wine trails are self guided tours––take your time visiting the wineries of your choice. Each winery offers a different experience. Feel free to call ahead, or visit winery pages for details including hours of operation and activities.

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Thanksgiving Farm Winery lies just 10 miles south of Annapolis and offers visitors fine local wines in a charming countryside setting. The historic farmhouse at Thanksgiving Farm was built in 1893 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The farm’s fields, which were historically planted to tobacco, have been converted to vineyards and now produce high quality crops of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. All Thanksgiving Farm wines are made exclusively from grapes grown in the vineyards of Thanksgiving Farm. Thanksgiving Farm winery specializes in the production of European-style dry wines. Visitors to Thanksgiving Farm Winery’s tasting room are greeted by the winery’s owners, Doug and Maureen, who are always happy to discuss winemaking, grape growing and the history of Thanksgiving Farm. Adjacent to the tasting room are outdoor picnic tables with umbrellas, and guests are invited to bring their own picnics to enjoy with a glass or bottle of Thanksgiving Farm wine.

Tasting Room Hours Sundays 1-5 pm or by appointment 195 Harwood Road Harwood, MD 20776 410-630-1511 www.ThanksgivingFarm.com

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Shopping City Dock Main Street Maryland Avenue Festival at Riva Visitors to the Chesapeake Bay region come for the waterfront views, quaint waterside towns and villages, and the lure of the Bay itself. One of the major attractions to these historic towns is the shopping. Meandering through the streets, strolling on bricked sidewalks while window shopping is always a favorite visitor pastime. There is a lot of history in Annapolis, and many of the downtown area shops capture the essence of this old city, its maritime heritage, and its unique style. Perhaps best known to the visitor is Annapolis’ downtown Historic District, comprised of the City Dock and Main Street, Maryland Avenue and State Circle, West Street and the West Annapolis area. These neighborhood-style shops have a distinctive flavor bringing something unique to a shopper’s experience.

Among Main Street Gallery’s many talented artists is Kevin Fitzgerald, a highly collected Eastern Shore artist. His contemplated landscapes seem to come from a different time, they will make quite a statement in any home.

Main Street and the City Dock showcase a pleasant mixture of quality, locally owned specialty shops side-by-side with some smaller chain stores. Maryland Avenue and State Circle charm with small, unique shops catering to you, your home, even your pets. Inner West Street is home to some wonderful new shops and galleries, interspersed with happening restaurants and nightlife scene. All are set in the midst of Annapolis’ unsurpassed historic architecture. Upper West Street, the new kid on the block, offers style and livinghere shopping opportunities that everyone can enjoy. Another great place to browse small shops and enjoy a quiet stroll down quaint streets is West Annapolis. Here, out by the Navy-Marine Corps Stadium you can choose from antiques, galleries, and specialty shops. There is plenty of free parking, too. For mall aficionados, Westfield Shoppingtown Annapolis, Arundel Mills, Harbour Center, Festival at Riva, South River Shops, Town Center at Parole and more offer a variety of nationally-known shopping options. And, as with any growing area, look for specialty shops along highways and byways; you won’t want to miss any opportunity.

Winning numerous awards for our fine jewelry and friendly staff, Zachary’s is nationally acclaimed and locally owned. Its showroom was designed to reflect the national and historical heritage of Annapolis. There is no better shopping venue. Visit us to shop or to just say “hi”. You will see that we earned our national recognition as one of America’s finest jewelry stores. Photo credit: ©heathercrowder.

Hours of operation vary tremendously within the different Annapolis shopping areas, so it’s generally a good idea to call before visiting. Ample parking is available in several downtown garages and and keep an eye out for the Circulator (Blue Trollies) and enjoy the free ride around the Central Business District! Look for the electric eCruiser cars around town, too. Annapolis area shops are justly proud of their reputation for customer service, and you will find friendly and helpful assistance. Most shops will provide shipping and, quite often, free tourist advice. No matter what time of year you choose, Annapolis offers a shopping experience that will make you want to return again and again!

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If you have decided to finally finish your family room or man cave with a nautical theme, the first place to go is Annapolis Maritime Antiques. The shop is filled with hatch-cover furniture from WWII Liberty ships, loads of great nautical antiques, and fun décor to hang on the walls.

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and antiques in the shop and online. (see their ad on pg. 56)

Annapolis Pottery

40 State Cir., Annapolis 410-268-6153

Annapolis Shirt Co. 159 Main St., Annapolis 410-990-1604

Annebethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

46 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-990-9700 (See their ad on pg. 77)

Art Things, Inc.

2 Annapolis St., West Annapolis 410-268-3520 (See their ad on pg. 75)

Arundel Mills

7000 Arundel Mills Cir., Annapolis 410-540-5110

Bed Bath and Beyond

200 Harker Place #200, Annapolis (410) 573-0530

A. L. Goodies General Store 112 Main St.#3, Annapolis 410-269-0071

Alpaca International

Annapolis Cigar Company 121 Main St., Annapolis 410-295-7400 (See their ad on pg. 71)

206 Main St., Annapolis 410-216-9898 614 Main St., Park City Utah 4335-658-0155 www.thegoldoftheandes.com Introducing the finest Collection of Alpaca Garments and Accessories, masterfully crafted in Peru. Luxurious soft feel, uncommon thermal qualities and unsurpassed hand finishing. Alpaca International proudly presents its "Gold of The Andes" collection defining Beauty, Luxury, and Timeless Elegance. (see their ad on pg. 69)

Annapolis Furniture Company

Annapolis Antique & Consignment Mall

128 Severn Avenue 410-268-7490 AnnapolisMaritimeAntiques.com

20 Riverview Rd., Annapolis 410-266-5550

The Annapolis Bookstore 35 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-280-2339 (See their ad on pg. 77)

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238 West St., Annapolis 410-295-7463

Annapolis Harbour Center

2512 Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis 410-266-5857

Annapolis Marine Art Gallery Harbour Square, City Dock 110 Dock St., Annapolis 410-263-4100, 888-278-2624 (See their ad on pg. 72)

Annapolis Maritime Antiques

Annapolis Maritime Antiques owns the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest collection of World War II Liberty Ship hatch covers in original condition, which they turn into one-of-a-kind nautical furniture. See a variety of fun nautical decorative items

Be...Home

82 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-280-8616

Blanca Flor Silver Jewelry

34 Market Space, Annapolis 410-268-7666 Westfield Annapolis Mall 410-571-6488 www.blancaflorsilverjewelry.com Since 1993, Blanca Flor Silver Jewelry has been a favorite shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. Featuring one of the largest and most unique collections of sterling silver jewelry in the country, the shop also carries an interesting collection of decorative arts from Mexico and a wide selection of fine metalware from the elegant Beatriz Ball Collection. Visit their charming Downtown Annapolis location near the City Dock or check out the store conveniently located near Nordstrom in the Westfield Annapolis Mall. (see thier ad on pg. 67)

Blue Crab Antiques

55 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 443-949-7055

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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN - 34 Market Space Annapolis - 410-268-7666 WESTFIELD ANNAPOLIS MALL - 1853 Annapolis Mall - 410-571-6488

Bon Vivant Antiques

104 Annapolis St., Annapolis 410-263-9651

Easy Street Gallery 8 Francis St., Annapolis 410-263-5556

Echoes & Accents

224 Chinquapin Round Rd., Annapolis 410-280-8800

Embassy Opticians

234 Main St., Annapolis 410-268-8200

Evergreen Antiques, Art & Accessories

69 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-216-9067

Eyes on Main

217 Main Street, Annapolis 410 268-6246 (See their ad on pg. 72)

Festival at Riva

2323 Forest Dr., Annapolis 571-382-1200 www.festivalatriva.com

The Giant Peach

17 Annapolis St., Annapolis 410-268-8776 (See their ad on pg. 75)

Gregory Guzzi Jewelers | Guzzi Gifts Harbour Square, City Dock 110 Dock St., Annapolis 410-280-3536

Harley-Davidson & Buell of Annapolis 30 Hudson St., Annapolis 410-263-3345

Helly Hansen

132 Main St., Annapolis 410-9904359 www.hellyhansen.com Helly Hansen - Between human will and natures forces! Your source for performance outerwear for sailing, skiing and hiking. We carry a full line of sport and lifestyle wear for men, women and children. Be sure to stop in while you are in town!

Hobo International

9025 Junction Dr., Annapolis Junction 410-263-6045

Homestead Gardens

743 W. Central Ave., Davidsonville 410-798-5000

Horse Boutique

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Irish Traditions

141-143 Main St., Annapolis 410-990-4747

Kilwin’s Chocolate

128 Main St., Annapolis 410-263-2601 (See their ad on pg. 71)

Kokopelli

149 Main St., Annapolis 410-280-0180

LaBelle Cezanne

186 Main St., Annapolis 410-263-1996

La Petite Galerie

39 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-268-2425

Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers

1660 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis 410-224-4787 Exceptional selection of Swiss Watches and fine jewelry. Rolex, David Yurman, Breitling, Roberto Coin, Tag Heuer, Aaron Basha, Mikimoto, Baume & Mercier, and Omega are among the many prestigious lines available. (see thier ad on pg. 1)

Lisa Masson Studio Gallery

511 Fourth Street Eastport area of Annapolis 410-990-1777 www.lisamassonphotography.com Lisa’s creative photography will capture your eye and you will question weather the images are photographs or paintings. Her Studio Gallery is filled with fine art photography and gifts that capture the essence of Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay. Be sure to stop in and go home with a treasure to remind you of your visit to this wonderful area. (see their ad on pg. 66)

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Lou Lou Boutiques

179 Main Street, Annapolis 410-626-0809

MAIN ST Gallery Main St. Gallery

216 A Main St., Annapolis 410-216-7166 www.mainstreetfineart.com Hours: Wed. - Mon. 11a - 5p Sat. 11a - 7p Closed Tuesday Featuring, exclusively, original fine art by regional, national and international award winning artists. Find a distinctive collection of all styles and media to please all tastes. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are available to assist you in any way if needed. We have creative installment plans to help you purchase that one of a kind piece.

Odyssey Massage

31 Maryland Ave., Annapolis 410-263-3646 (see their ad on pg. 77)

Pusser’s Company Store

80 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-626-0006 www.pussersusa.com Pusser’s Company Store features unique lines of tropical and nautical apparel designed specifically for boaters. Shop for our world famous Painkiller and Grog drink mixes, custom Caribbean spices & condiments, Pusser’s T’s and a host of other items. Located next to the Annapolis Marriott Waterfront hotel.(pg. 54)

Robert Andrew Salon & Spa

1328 Main Chapel way., Gambrills 410-721-3533 www.robertandrew.com Shop at the largest Spa and saloon with 33,000 square feet to hold the finest personal care products and services. Brands are the best with Bumble & Bumble, Kerastase, and GM Collins right at your fingertips. Our on location experts can give you the proper guidance and while you are here you can pamper your self with with any of our high quality personal services. (see their ad on pg. 28)

Seasons Olive Oil & Vinegar Taproom 180 Main Street, Annapolis (410) 280-1505

Shades Unlimited

103 B Main St., Annapolis 410-267-7277

Tara's Gifts and Parties of Distinction 10 Annapolis St., Annapolis 410-295-5157 (See their ad on pg. 74)

W.R. Chance Jewelers 110 Main St., Annapolis 410-263-2404 (See their ad on pg. 71)

West Annapolis Antiques 110 Annapolis St., Annapolis 410-295-1200

West Annapolis Artworks & Fine Framing 4 Annapolis Street, Annapolis 410-295-7045

Westfield Annapolis Mall

2022 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis 410-266-5432

Wimsey Cove Maps and Art 103 Annapolis St., Annapolis (443) 994-9606 www.marylandframing.com (see their ad on pg. 75)

Zachary’s Jewelers

100 Main St., Annapolis 410-266-5555 www.zacharysjewelers.com Known as THE place to buy diamonds in the Annapolis area, Zachary’s Jewelers is located in the heart of downtown right on the corner of Main Street and Market Space. Come in and see an impressive array of unique, contemporary and classic jewelry. Excellent prices, friendly staff with custom design services and repair facility on site. A must-visit for all desiring expert ring cleaning, polishing, & appraisals. Designer lines include Charriol, Dimodolo, Marco Bicego, Gregg Ruth, Charles Krypell, Scott Kay, John Hardy, Simon G, Lagos, Memoire & Jewels by Star. Watch lines include Corum, Tissot, Philip Stein & Maurice LaCroix. (see their ad on pg. 65)

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Alpaca wool was once reserved for Incan royalty. The light, silky texture breaths, adding warmth when needed but light enough for many seasonal designs.

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It is natural and very beautiful. Boccaccio brings her vision from Peru to her retail locations around the world: Annapolis and Chevy Chase Maryland, Washington D.C., Park City Utah, Juno Alaska and in Cusco Peru as well as a wholesale distribution network. With international flair and entrepreneurial spirit, Alpaca International Inc. has made a statement in fashion. Using the Baby Alpaca fibers in all their soft luxury Boccaccio has stepped up the design of this sought-after fiber with new colors, new styles, new applications and accessories masterfully crafted by a team of Peruvian artisans. Boccaccio is proud to say, “I truly believe we have been a part of introducing Alpaca as a fashion item to the world.”

Zia Boccaccio in her own "Zia shawl"

“Fun. Fashionable. Elegant,” is how Boccaccio wants everyone to feel in her Alpaca-inspired designs. Bringing this luxury item into popular demand has been a quest from the beginning. “I remember the feeling of seeing the Alpaca from my horse as a little girl. I want to share that mystical experience with everyone through Alpaca International.” With a fine-tuned commitment to quality, Alpaca International Inc. is poised to take this soft, downy fiber to new heights around the world.

206 MAIN STREET ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 | 410.216.9898 | WWW.THEGOLDOFTHEANDES.COM

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Main Street Shopping

ABOVE LEFT: Main street in Annapolis is a great place to find fantastic food, gifts for any occassion, and immerse yourself in history. ABOVE RIGHT: Lots of beautiful marine artwork to pick from at Annapolis Marine Art. “Getting Away from the Crowd” by David Turnbaugh LOWER RIGHT: Treat your taste buds to some decadence at Kilwin’s

alking down Main Street is an event undertaken regularly by both visitors and locals to this historic area. When strolling the brick sidewalks from City Dock to Church Circle, the feet seem to pick up the rhythm of bygone sailing days, political discussions from the revolutionary to the present day, and the pleasant hum of specialty shops and businesses. Main Street, Annapolis is a unique place whether you are shopping for that special boat fitting or fitting for a special outfit. These mostly locally owned companies offer a wide variety of gifts, clothing, food and fun. After all, Annapolis has a history of catering to a wide variety of people. Heading uphill you will see the spire of St. Anne’s Parish in the center of Church Circle. Officially established in 1692, the year the Provincial Assembly voted to make Anne Arundel Town the new capital of the Province of Maryland, St. Anne’s has always been a centerpiece of Annapolis. The present church was completed in 1859 and, at the request of the City of Annapolis, St. Anne’s has since housed the Town Clock in the tower which was completed after the Civil War in 1866. Turn around and head downhill to view the sparkling waters of Spa Creek greet the City Dock area at the base of Main Street. Since Annapolis’ beginnings, the water has meant both livelihood and life to this old city. From trading tobacco to working watermen to the “sailing capital of the world” and new home to the Sailing Hall of Fame at City Dock, the water has led commerce to the foot of Main Street and up the hill for many years. Enjoy your time on the Main Street of Annapolis and the many enticing opportunities laid at your feet on the brick paved sidewalks lined with history.

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he Historic District represents all the best of the Annapolis experience. Nestled in the shadows of the famous Maryland Inn and the beauty of St. Anne’s Church, Upper Main offers a great view of the harbor and Chesapeake Bay. Step back in time to relive the magic of strolling the streetscape, of meeting the owners of these well-presented quality businesses, and rediscovering the delights of window shopping. Window display on Main Street is still viewed as an art. Main Street offers food choices ranging from “corner markets” and taverns to fine dining. Sidewalk cafés provide just the right place to sit back and observe the joys of town life. Shopping in Annapolis is defined by Main Street. Make the merchants of Main Street your destination for men’s and women’s clothing, jewelry, gifts, handcrafts, European ceramics, furniture, and kitchen gourmet. Services include optical, banking, and real estate. Be sure to visit Main Street – they’ve hosted visitors and Annapolitans for over 350 years!

W.R. Chance Diamond Jewelers is a family owned and operated jewelry store located in historic downtown Annapolis. Established in 1949, we have been providing Annapolis area residents with the finest jewelry for four generations. Our high standards are recognized by our membership in the American Gem Society The Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab brooch is a W.R. Chance exclusive design. Made of 14K gold with layers of enamel and diamond eyes, it is available in blue-green or red. Our custom designed sailboats are handcrafted in 14K solid yellow gold. Available in bright finish, two tone bright and satin finish, or with pave set diamonds. We can also re-create your spinnaker with custom enamel finishes. Please come visit our store to see our sailboats and crabs as well as our collection of jewelry by designers from around the world.

W.R. Chance Diamond Jewelers 110 Main Street Annapolis, MD 21401 410-263-2404 www.wrchance.com Hours: Mon.-Wed., Fri. & Sat. 10am-6pm Thurs. 10am-8pm Closed Sundays

Kilwin’s is an old-fashioned sweet shop located on Main Street in the heart of Historic Downtown Annapolis. Using only top quality and the freshest ingredients, this classic confectionery serves the finest chocolates and homemade fudge in addition to their 32 flavors of original recipe ice cream sure to delight everyone who tries it! Satisfy your sweet tooth the best way possible! Watch warm, gooey fudge as it is paddled and turned into perfection, caramel apples being dipped, peanut brittle or caramel corn being stretched. Watch your treats as they are made and watch how fast they go when you bring them back home or serve at a party! Kilwin’s fine chocolates are available for all your catered events - from weddings and graduations to corporate & holiday parties. They also deliver care packages to USNA Midshipman and St. John’s students!

Kilwin’s 128 Main Street Annapolis, MD 21401 410-263-2601 annapolis@kilwins.com

Stop by and treat yourself to something sweet!

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Whether you’re looking for new stylish frames or have questions about your contact lenses, we’re here to offer you personal and detailed advice. At Eyes on Main, quality is still a tradition. With our experienced staff and the comprehensive services we provide going far beyond just selling glasses and eye exams - we’ve got you covered with award winning customer service and products.

Eyes on Main 217 Main Street Annapolis, MD 21401 Phone: 410 268-6246 www.eyesonmainannapolis.com

See yourself as others see you. Compare your eyewear selections for that perfect choice with OPTIKAM.

Business Hours Monday 10:00am to 4:00pm Tuesday 10:00am to 5:00pm Wednesday 12:00pm to 4:00pm Thursday 10:00am to 5:00pm Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm Saturday 10:00am to 3:00pm Sunday by special appointment

Stop in today to try this revolutionary new way to select that perfect look. OPTIKAM also incorporates a state of the art fitting system for that perfect fit.

The local owners pride themselves in serving fresh lobster brought in direct from Portland, Maine. Fresh, fast, and delicious.

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Free delivery in the historic district. Also visit our adjoining Capital Cakes and Ice Cream. Farm fresh ice cream and cupcakes baked daily.

188 Main St. Annapolis, MD 21401 401-280-2254 www.masonslobster.com info@masonslobster.com

“A snug Annapolis seafood place does the classic New England lobster sandwich proud.” - Todd Kliman, Washingtonian Magazine, Sept. 2014 “Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls Are a Winning Catch for Annapolis” - Chesapeake Inspired, Sept. 2014

Hours: Mon - Thu 11am - 9pm Fri - Sat 11am - 10pm Sun 11am - 9pm

“A delicious departure from the ordinary” - Southern Living, Nov. 2014

Voted “Best Art Gallery 2014” 110 Dock St., Annapolis 410-263-4100, 888-278-2624 marine.art@verizon.net www.annapolismarineart.com Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm Sun. 11am-5pm

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The only specialty marine gallery in the region, Annapolis Marine Art is known for quality marine and nautical art. Over 50 artists are on display, including John Barber, the most celebrated artist of the Chesapeake. On hand are John Stobart’s famous historical scenes, Patrick O’Brien’s drama of the Age of Sail, Willard Bond’s depictions of yacht racing, and Steven Jones’ children at the beach. Quality ship models, decoys, nautical jewelry and scrimshaw available. Just steps from the Naval Academy and the US Sailing Hall of Fame.

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Shopping in West Annapolis Tara’s Gifts and Parties of Distinction is located in the quiet Village of West Annapolis. This shop features a variety of gifts and collectibles such as artist bears, tea sets, unique Christmas ornaments and ladies accessories. You can also find unique gifts for babies, weddings and children including many crab-themed gifts and souvenirs. Be ready to be mesmerized by the fairies, mermaids and angels that are awaiting you. This enchanting store offers so many other unique gifts that you will love. Once you pass through Tara’s gift shop you will enter into a Victorian tea room where you can celebrate life’s special moments for adults and children. The tea room has been host to numerous birthdays (dress ups for children), bridal teas and baby showers. Of course, you can’t forget our “Red Hatters” who always fill the tea room with fun and laughter. Reservations are required for your special moment. All major credit cards accepted.

Discover the village of West Annapolis, the hidden gem of the City of Annapolis. Located just off Rowe Boulevard, this “urban village” has the atmosphere of times gone by, yet offers everything you need. Experience the charm of a quiet neighborhood with unique shops and restaurants. Have an afternoon of unhurried delights. Find a unique gift or simply prowl Annapolis’s largest concentration of antique shops. Grab a friendly cup of coffee or a true gourmet dinner of Bay favorites. West Annapolis is the City’s center for treating body and soul with the best spas, salons and spots for

Tara’s Gifts & Parties of Distinction 10 Annapolis Street Annapolis, MD 21401 410-295-5157 www.tarasgifts.com Hours: Tues. & Thurs. 10am-6pm Wed., Fri., & Sat. 10am-5pm Sun. 12am-4pm Closed Mondays

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massage and natural healing. Steps away from the primary point of entry to Historic Annapolis and a short drive from the city’s vital center, West Annapolis is home to a strong and civically active business community. Known for its colorful boutiques, antique stores and upscale services in its commercial core, West Annapolis’ side streets discreetly house the largest concentration of professional and healthcare provider offices in the city. Unlike any mall or strip center, the village of West Annapolis offers

a charming, authentic neighborhood of individual shops and restaurants, just like they used to be. Parking is easy and always free. Annual street fairs and festivals, such as West Annapolis Oktoberfest, shut down Annapolis Street for local vendors, bringing the close-knit residential community out to stroll the quaint, tree-lined streets uninterrupted by traffic. The village of West Annapolis has it all – from art and antiques to gifts and jewelry to food and fun. It’s all in West Annapolis.

Tara’s Gifts and Parties of Distinction is located in the quiet Village of West Annapolis. This shop features a variety of gifts and collectibles such as artist bears, tea sets, unique Christmas ornaments and ladies accessories. You can also find unique gifts for babies, weddings and children including many crab-themed gifts and souvenirs. Be ready to be mesmerized by the fairies, mermaids and angels that are awaiting you. This enchanting store offers so many other unique gifts that you will love. Once you pass through Tara’s gift shop you will enter into a Victorian tea room where you can celebrate life’s special moments for adults and children. The tea room has been host to numerous birthdays (dress ups for children), bridal teas and baby showers. Of course, you can’t forget our “Red Hatters” who always fill the tea room with fun and laughter. Reservations are required for your special moment. All major credit cards accepted.

Is clothes shopping a hassle? Well look no further than The Giant Peach in West Annapolis. Beat the rush of school shopping today! If it is quality that you are looking for in children’s clothing, then you will definitely find it at The Giant Peach. A charming children’s clothier in the middle of the artsy Annapolis Street, The Giant Peach carries one-ofa-kind children’s clothes. The Giant Peach has everything from precious pea coats to adorable dress clothes. This boutique sells children’s sizes from infants to size 16. Just look for the cute little house with The Giant Peach emblem in front.

For forty eight years, Art Things, Inc. in West Annapolis has been serving the local Annapolis area art community with quality art materials and great customer service. This unique store offers two floors crammed with an amazing array of items to spark your imagination- even if you don’t think of yourself as an “artist”. Come and enjoy the eclectic mix of journals, greeting cards, pens, handmade papers… Find inspiration in the book department, shop for easels, art boxes and portfolios, find a cool and arty gift. There’s a big “creative kids” section offering fun and educational supplies to keep budding artists busy for hours. Minutes from Rt. 50, yet close to downtown, Art Things, Inc. is truly a “hardware store for ART”. Check out the legendary collection of “500 versions of the Mona Lisa”. The friendly staff is ready to guide you in your creative pursuit. The West Annapolis shopping district is easy to find, with plenty of free parking.

17 Annapolis St. Annapolis, MD 21401 (410) 268-8776 Hours: Mon ~ Sat - 10am to 5:30pm Sunday ~ Closed

Art Things, Inc. 2 Annapolis Street Annapolis, MD 21401 410-268-3520 www.artthingsinc.com Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm Sat. 10am-5:30pm Sun. 12pm-4pm

The store features historic maps and bird’s eye views of places all over the world, but the emphasis is on making maps of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County available for local history lovers. In particular, we carry reproductions of the plats for many turn-of-the-century suburbs around Annapolis, including the 1890 plat of West Annapolis, the original lay-out of Wardour, and the plans for Woodland Beach and other historic subdivisions. Wimsey Cove also carries National Geographic maps & globes and gifts & books. Visit our framing store, Wimsey Cove Framing and Art, located in Edgewater, for all of your framing needs!

103 Annapolis Street Annapolis, MD 21401 Open Monday - Saturday 11am - 5pm Sunday: 12am - 4pm www.marylandframing.com

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Boutiques, Antiques, Art & Great Food! H

istoric adventure awaits you in the heart of Annapolis on Maryland Avenue and State Circle. Located between the State House and the United States Naval Academy, Maryland Avenue and State Circle continue their tradition as a place for all the good things in life. From antiques to restaurants, historic homes to tours of history, the Avenue and the Circle are must-stop-and-see places in Annapolis. When laying out the town in 1696, Governor Francis Nicholson chose the highest point in the city for the State House. Ringed by State Circle, the State House has always been the focal point of this celebrated city. The building is the oldest capitol in the United States in continuous legislative use. In the eighteenth century, Maryland Avenue was known as the most fashionable residential street in the city. The great mansions of Thomas Bordley, Samuel Chase, and Matthias Hammond were built here along the Avenue. In the nineteenth century, Maryland Avenue was home to the Opera House and the Annapolis Post Office. In 1845, Maryland Avenue served as the entry way to the main gate leading onto the yard of the newly formed United States Naval Academy. Today, Maryland Avenue provides immediate access to the Chapel, Museum, Bancroft Hall, and the academic buildings from Gate 3. The Circle and Avenue are beloved by devoted locals and knowledgeable visitors for their quality shops, personal service and quaint atmosphere. Maryland Avenue and State Circle are rightfully proud of their position as a living history of American shop keeping, the last bastion of small, independent, specialty shops in historic Annapolis.

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Somewhere between Hogwarts and Shakespeare & Company... At The Annapolis Bookstore we celebrate the art of writing, the joy of reading, and the community of good people in conversation.

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As an independent bookstore, we offer a diverse selection of new, used, rare and always remarkable books that promise to inform, entertain, and educate. Whether looking for an antiquarian collectible, a classic of maritime literature, the latest prize winner or a beloved children’s storybook, you’re sure to find something special at our bookstore. You’ll also find a select number of gifts: globes, compasses and a few things that just strike our fancy...

The Annapolis Bookstore & Cafe 35 Maryland Avenue Annapolis, Maryland 21401 410-280-2339 www.annapolisbookstore.com

We also invite you to relax in our famously comfy chairs with a warm beverage from our full espresso bar. Our Cafe serves organic, fair trade, shade grown Grounds for Change coffee as well as quality baked goods and sandwiches, featuring locally grown ingredienst whenever possible. We offer a daily special soup in the winter. In the warm months, enjoy an iced beverage in our leafy courtyard.

Hours: Mon. - Fri.: 10:00AM - 6:00PM Sat. & Sun.: 9:00AM - 6:00PM Call For Extended Summer Hours

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Annebeth’s, located in the heart of downtown Annapolis, opened in November of 1998. We offer specialty foods, beer and wine and gifts. Our store is designed to provide goods pertaining to the art of entertaining!

Free Wine & Beer Tastings!!

We offer: • Spanish Sangria pitchers and deviled-egg dishes • Japanese ceramics, sushi-ware and sake • New Yorker mugs, magnets and cards • Life is Crap mugs and travel mugs • Mary Phillips Designs napkins, calendars, notepads • Cork Cages - to house all your corks • Anne Taintor novelties • Wine accessories from Cork Pops and Oenophilia • Wines Under $9.00 - Mix & Match a case of 12 bottles • Mix your own six-pack of beer • Specialty Chocolates and candies including Tate’s Cookies

Annebeth’s 46 Maryland Avenue Annapolis, Maryland 21401 410-990-9700 www.annebeths.com Hours: Mon - Thur 11-10pm Friday - Saturday 11-11pm Sunday 12-8pm

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Gems around the Bay

Wades Point Inn just outside of historic St. Michaels

View of the Maritime Museum from the Hambleton Inn at St. Michaels, MD

Visit historic Gibson’s Lodging, located next to the Naval Academy

Among the miles of meandering coastline of rivers, lakes, and creeks that make the Chesapeake Bay are hidden bed-and-breakfasts dotting both shores of Maryland. Many of these accommodations are renovated historic homes and carry on a rich culture of preservation and hospitality. Each is truly a rare gem. The true bed-and-breakfast experience is about more than just the morning meal. The small Inns and B&B’s of the Chesapeake feature a welcoming and personal experience while still giving the visitor a quiet, private retreat from the stresses of everyday life. From charming historic towns to beautiful island vistas right on the Bay, Maryland is never short of amazing destinations to visit.

fresh local ingredients and spearhead farm-to-table movements in their community. Keeping with an attitude of indulgence, most bedand-breakfasts are now equipped with high definition cable televisions, wireless high-speed Internet access, private baths, some outfitted with luxurious jacuzzi tubs and steam showers, and some rooms even featuring romantic gas fireplaces. In addition to the modern amenities, there are also the classic personal touches like fancy bath products, premium linens, and fine antique furniture.

Locally owned by independent entrepreneurs, the small town B&B offers a different experience that is But relaxing does not have to mean sitting still. accessible to nearby visitors. It is a favorite choice for The natural beauty of the landscape provides miles the weekend getaway to explore a nearby town within of trails for hikers and cyclists and access to the water a few hour’s drive. Guests visiting these Chesapeake (from almost anywhere) provides a whole host of treasures are supporting the local economy, allowing sports and activities, from charter fishing to kayaking, these communities to thrive. A stay at a bed-andsailing to paddle-boarding. In recent years, the culture breakfast is a pampered experience, with indulgences of personal attention that smaller Inns provide is like waterfront views, jacuzzi tubs, and premium linens attracting a whole new breed of culinary talent. Today, The B&B is closely tied to the community, allowing many bed-and-breakfasts offer fine dishes for breakfast concierge services to help plan the most out of a stay and also often feature an in-house restaurant serving and gourmet dining often with fresh, local ingredients. gourmet meals for lunch and dinner. Often the best And most importantly, the innkeepers are friendly restaurant in town is the local B&B. Their proximity to and ready to welcome you to any one of these “Gems agricultural centers and relationships with neighboring around the Bay.”. merchants give many inns the opportunity to highlight 78

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We are a 20-room inn located footsteps away from City Dock and the US Naval Academy.

ibson’s is the ideal destination for history, relaxation, and old-fashioned hospitality in downtown Annapolis. Gibson’s three houses host 20 fully-furnished guest rooms, with three 19th-century parlors, a dining room, conference room, and a beautiful central courtyard.

ontinental breakfast is served daily in the Patterson House Dining Room from 7:30-10:30.

Breakfast includes fresh fruit, fresh bagels and assorted danish, cereals, oatmeal, yogurt, tea and local City Dock coffee. Guests are welcome to make their own hot waffles at our Waffle Bar. We have sweet toppings & whip cream too!

ll 20 Rooms may be rented for large groups. Gibson’s is the perfect location for family reunions, wedding parties, and small meetings.

ibson’s historic houses provide an intimate setting for your wedding party and a romantic backdrop for your bridal portraits.

ibson’s is located directly beside the United States Naval Academy and is a half block from the City Dock! We have 3 Houses on the property with a total of 20 Guest Rooms.

GIBSON’S LODGINGS OF ANNAPOLIS 110 Prince George Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 410-268-5555 ~ 877-330-0057

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THE HAMBLETON INN An in town, on the water experience for each guest.

he Hambleton Inn is a stunning, historic, waterfront bed and breakfast Inn, located right in the heart of St. Michaels, Maryland. The Inn is ideally located on the St. Michaels harbor, within walking distance of the many fine, award winning restaurants in St. Michaels – as well as wonderful art galleries, antique shops, and boutiques - and many options for sailing or cruising on the water. From the Inn’s front porch, one can stroll across the historic Honeymoon Bridge to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, and enjoy the 12 acre campus on Navy Point and the spectacular exhibits and collections that are part of the history of the Bay. And from the Inn’s second floor porch, one can sip a glass of wine and look out over the water, perhaps the best view on the Eastern Shore. St. Michaels, recently featured in Southwest Airlines magazine, Southwest, as a preferred destination on the East Coast, is a lovely, historic town, with a walking score of 9.4, and award winning restaurants, great shops and boutiques, and many entertainment choices on the water. The Hambleton Inn Bed and Breakfast recalls the spirit of St. Michaels, Maryland’s seafaring past, while offering the best in modern hospitality: private baths in each room, comfortable antiques, oriental carpets covering historic heart of pine flooring, great art, oyster plates throughout the Inn, and Ralph Lauren linens in every room. Each room at the Inn has a water view, king or queen beds, air conditioning, flat screen TV’s and cable, wireless internet, and of course, fabulous views of the harbor. The Hambleton Inn offers a three course, gourmet breakfast every morning to our guests, included in every stay, featuring a rich selection of fruits and vegetables that are world renowned on the Eastern Shore. Off season, the Inn hosts the St. Michaels Cooking School at no additional costs to guests, showcasing the recipes of the Hambleton Inn, and cooking techniques that are simple but essential in preparing scrumptious but elegant fare.

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www.hambletoninn.com

THE WADES POINT INN A place where the stress of the world washes away.

ades Point is one of the most breathtaking locations on Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eastern Shore, minutes from historic St Michaels with its fantastic restaurants and great shopping. It is also the historical landing site for 60 British barges making a second attempt at capturing St. Michaels in August 1813. The property, dating back to a 1658 land grant to Zachary Wade, offers 26 rooms from 4 different periods in history, all with air conditioning and private baths. Wake to the sound of gently lapping waters then enjoy a full breakfast buffet in the Bay Room or on one of the many porches. Thomas Kemp, the builder of the well-known schooner, Pride of Baltimore, as well as the 4 fastest ships in the War of 1812, used his skills to build the 1819 Georgian-style main house for his growing family. The beautiful 1890 Victorian summer wing has 8 guest rooms on the two floors above the wicker-filled breakfast room with waterviews on three sides. The 1920 farmhouse is perfect for family reunions and the newest 1990 Kemp Guesthouse has 12 comfortable rooms on two floors with private porches and balconies overlooking the sparkling Chesapeake Bay. Enjoy a stroll around a mile long nature trail or take out a bike for an easy ride on a country road, grab a fishing pole to while away time on the shore or jump into a kayak to glide past blue heron Best of all grab an Adirondack chair for the spectacular sunsets then sit around the fire and be amazed by the night sky. Relax, the pace is low-key and the surroundings casually elegant. The perfect place to make yourself at home while visiting Marylandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eastern Shore.

10090 Wades Point Road, McDaniel, MD

(410) 745-2500

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Come Play in Queen Anne’s County

for a weekend or a day!

ueen Anne’s County invites you to the tranquility of Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Embraced by miles of scenic Chesapeake Bay waterways, and graced with acres of pastoral rural landscape, Queen Anne’s County offers a relaxing environment in which to find peace of mind. Spectacular sunsets compliment some of the finest waterfront dining in Maryland. Come play a challenging round of golf or cycle the Cross Island Trail. Enjoy a restful night in a charming B&B, casual outlet shopping or exploring/antiquing in one of our historic small towns. An ideal habitat for wildlife and waterfowl, this setting is the perfect spot for birdwatchers and sportsman alike. Traces of history can be found throughout the landscape of Queen Anne’s County. Your journey through our past will take you through small historic communities and open countryside.

The Eastern Shore is known for its warm days and cool nights. The soil is sandy and well drained, and the climate is moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. When you come to the Queen Anne’s County visit our wineries, you will be charmed by the boutique atmosphere, intimate settings and the attention to detail and quality. The Chesapeake Visit Kent Island, the first English settlement in what is Bay and her tributaries make for an now Maryland, predated only by colonies Jamestown and awesome playground. Whether you Plymouth Rock. The first Saturday of each month, want to try your hand at crabbing, May through October, historic sites countywide throw fishing or boating, it’s hard not to open their doors and welcome you to visit. find an opportunity to have fun on the water. Queen Anne’s County’s recreational amenities also include walking and Antique shops, boutiques and cultural biking trails, golfing, birding, hunting, paddling and much more! opportunities are abundant. Follow the Kent Island Consignment Shop Trail, visit Dixon’s Whether you are biking, walking or paddling, there is a trail for you! Embraced Furniture Auction or shop the Queenstown by miles of scenic Chesapeake Bay waterways, our county offers a great variety Premium Outlets. Our of saltwater and freshwater fishing experiences. Charter boats are available small towns boast throughout the area. Let a local captain take you to where the fish are biting! working art studios and galleries. Flock to Queen Anne’s County for a unique birding experience. The area is home to a mix of wooded, agricultural, and wetland habitats that allow for bird Visit one of only a watching and nature photography. handful of state recognized Arts and Queen Anne’s County offers the best in hunting. Whether itswaterfowl, upland Entertainment birds, Whitetail deer, small game or maybe a round of sporting clays… District in Historic it’s all here! Stevensville. Take time to see what www.visitqueenannes.com or (410)604-2100 the artists are creating!

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Not just for crabs...you’ll enjoy the casual atmosphere in this waterfront restaurant. You can watch the local watermen gather their harvest, while feasting on steamed shrimp, fried oysters, soft shell clams, and a variety of fish. Special attraction All you can eat Crab Feast upon availability Mon.-Fri. Topoff your dinner with a Nutty Buddy. (see ad on Back Cover)

The Blue Heron Golf Course is a unique executive style golf course owned by Queen Anne’s County. The course features two very different nine holes of golf and will test golfers of all abilities. The front nine was built in 1959 and features small postage stamp greens which demand an accurate iron game. In 2002 the back nine was developed with large greens, wider fairways and many water hazards. The course hosts leagues for Men, Women, seniors and juniors and is the perfect place to hold group outings of up to 60 players. Juniors can find golf camps in the summer for every age. The course is located just 5 miles south of the Bay Bridge on Rt. 8 in Stevensville, MD. Blue Heron Features: • Pro Shop / Snack Bar • Leagues • Junior Golf Camps • Outings / Lunch Pavilion

The Holiday Inn Express Kent Island/ Grasonville hotel and banquet facilities are located about 20 minutes from Downtown Annapolis. Featuring scenic views of the Chesapeake Bay and waterfront rooms, our hotel is within walking distance for fine to casual waterfront dining and multiple seasonal night-life entertainment choices. Our recently renovated hotel delivers upscale amenities and top rated service while your staying in the Annapolis or Kent Island Eastern Shore area. Our Kent Island waterfront banquet and meeting rooms are ideal spaces for business or board meetings, seminars, conferences, and small banquets and social events ranging from 20 to 150 guests.

Harris Crab & Seafood Restaurant Located on the Eastern Shore, just 20 minutes from Annapolis Kent Narrows Way N., Kent Narrows 410-827-9500 www.harriscrabhouse.com

Blue Heron Golf Club 3270 Romancoke Rd. Stevensville, MD 21666 (410) 643-5721 www.blueherongolf.org

Par 63 Ranging from 3378-4130 Yds. Hours: 7am to Sunset 7 days a week Weather Depending

Holiday Inn Express Kent Island 1020 Kent Narrows Rd., Grasonville, MD 410.827.4454 www.holidaykentisland.com

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Museum of Eastern Shore Life 126 Dulin Clark Rd., Centreville 410-604-2100

Best Western Kent Narrows Rt. 50/301, East of the Bay Bridge 410-827-6767, 800-828-3361

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Kent Manor Inn & Restaurant 500 Kent Manor Dr., Stevensville 410-643-7716

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Hilton Garden Inn – Kent Island 3206 Main St., Grasonville 410-827-3877 www.kentisland.stayhgi.com (See their ad on pg. 109)

Holiday Inn Narrows

Express,

Chesapeake Exploration Center, Chester 410-604-2100

Kent

1020 Kent Narrows Rd., Kent Narrows 410-827-4454 www.holidaykentisland.com (see their ad on pg. 83)

Lands End Manor

232 Prospect Bay Dr., Grasonville 410-827-6284

Pintail Point Farm

511 Pintail Pt. Farm Ln., Queenstown 410-827-7092

Rose Tree Bed & Breakfast

116 South Commerce St., Centreville 410-758-3991

Attractions Broad Creek Cemetery, 1652

425 Piney Narrow Rd., Chester 410-604-2100 www.visitqueenannes.com Waterfront dining on beautiful Kent Narrows, fresh seafood and farm produce, cycle one of our trails. Explore historic sites from the 1600’s in charming small towns, go antiquing, or learn about native species at the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center. Enjoy the tranquility of Maryland’s Eastern Shore! (see their ad on pg. 82)

Dining Annie’s Steak & Seafood House 500 Kent Narrows Way N, Grasonville 410-827-7103

Big Bats Cafe

215 St.Claire Place, Stevensville 410-604-1120

Chesapeake Bay Beach Club 500 Marina Club Rd., Stevensville 410-604-1933

Fisherman’s Inn & Crab Deck Restaurants

Route 8 South, Stevensville 410-604-2100

3116 Main St., Grasonville 410-827-8807

Church Hill Theatre, c. 1929

Harris Crab & Seafood Restaurant

103 Walnut St., Church Hill 410-758-1331

Cray House c. 1809

Cockey’s Ln., Stevensville 410-604-2400

Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center

600 Discovery Ln., Grasonville 410-827-6694 www.BayRestoration.org

Kent Island Federation of Art 405 Main St., Stevensville 410-643-7424

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The Jetty Restaurant

201 Wells Cove Rd., Grasonville 410-827-4959 www.jettydockbar.com Jimmy Buffet would love it here! Parrotheads and Margaritaville lovers can wear your best Tommy Bahama clothing and fit right in. Specializing in fabulous views, fun times, and great food. Including local Maryland steamed crabs (an all you can eat special 7 days a week) and our 2 for $25 deal which includes 1 app, 2 entrees, and 1 dessert. Entertainment 7 days a week with Maryland and Delmarva’s top bands playing Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. Over 200 seats on our beach. Weekend breakfast and free shuttle service to the local hotels and surrounding area. (see their ad inside back cover)

Kent Manor Inn & Restaurant 500 Kent Manor Dr., Stevensville 410-643-7716

Kentmorr Restaurant & Crab House 910 Kentmorr Rd., Stevensville 410-643-2263

The Narrows Restaurant

3023 Kent Narrows Way S, Grasonville 410-827-8113

Red Eye’s Dock Bar

428 Kent Narrows Way N., Grasonville 410-827-3937

Rustico’s Restaurant & Wine Bar 401 Love Point Rd., Stevensville 410-643-9444

Recreation Blue Heron Golf Club

3270 Romancoke Rd., Stevensville 410-643-5721 www.blueherongolf.org (see their ad on pg. 83)

Chesapeake Yacht Charters Edgewater Boating Center or Kent Narrows, MD. 410-266-9751 www.chesapeake-charters.com (see their ad on pg. 9)

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Talbot County is home to some of the most beautiful and historic small towns in America. Explore our culinary treasures, one-of-kind boutiques and elegant inns. Or bike, kayak and sail the Chesapeake Bay.

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St. Michaels

Plan your escape today!

410-770-8000 | TourTalbot.org

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Avaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizzeria & Wine Bar St. Michaels, MD Great pizza made from fresh, local ingredients.

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simple French kitchen featuring French and American classics, all made from scratch using the best fresh, quality ingredients. The centerpiece of the menu and, the open kitchen, is a wood-fired grill. Using oak and hickory wood adds an amazing flavor to each dish you won’t find anywhere else!

We also feature a raw bar with local oysters, a great small plates menu and all the food is accompanied by an award-winning craft beer, cocktail and wine list. One can dine at the chefs counter at the open kitchen, in the dining room featuring soaring ceilings and garage doors that open up onto the large patio. An outside bar rounds off the choices so that you can have a quick burger while watching the game, enjoy an intimate dinner for two and feel like you’re in Paris, or join a bunch of friends at the huge outdoor community table. The “Brasserie,” as the locals call it, is a great place for all occasions and always full of fun and energy. The service is friendly, the atmosphere is casual and everything on the menu is always fresh and good! On the weekends from April until November you can also enjoy all the best regional bands “under the stars” on the patio with both bars serving great drinks. It’s a family affair, with Chef Brendan Keegan and Operator Brian Fox on hand to ensure a great experience every time. As an independent, family restaurant we take pride in giving every customer a great experience and work every day to make sure that happens. Be adventurous in your choices, try that unsual wine by the glass or seasonal beer on tap. Order the escargot, you will not be disappointed! Whether you stop by for a bite on your way to the beach, catch some live music, or enjoy a great meal with friends and family; we love to entertain and hope you embrace the “Brass Life!” French and American “food with flair…is served up at this “friendly” Easton brasserie whose “garage-chic” setting with its bay doors that open to a “sprawling patio” and outside bar; the “joie de vivre” is further expressed by an “ample” selection of wine and beer, all “reasonably” priced. -Zagat.com “Certificate of Excellence” -tripadvisor.com “Mulitple Award-Winning & Most Booked Restaurant” -opentable.com 206 N. Washington St. Easton, MD 21601 (410) 819 - 3838

Lunch hours: Wed thru Sun 11:30a - 3p closed Mon & Tue

Dinner hours: Sun thru Thu 5p - 9p Fri & Sat 5p - 10p

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rom the moment you enter Mike & Eric’s Front Street Restaurant & Bar you become enveloped in warmth and friendliness.

You’re immediately greeted by a smiling face and a willingness to please.

You feel at home amidst the blue checked tablecloths, the softly glowing candles, the walls lined with local photographs. The Front Street bar is a replica of local Skipjack Rosie Parks, and the authentic tin ceiling reminds one of bygone days. This elegantly casual storefront restaurant, located in the heart of historic downtown St. Michaels., is the newest addition to Talbot Street’s selection of eateries. The name Front Street pays homage to the past as well, says Mike Whittington, co-owner and general manager of Front Street, who, while growing up in St. Michaels remembers locals referring to Talbot St. as Front Street, while Freemont St. was known as Back Street. The houses that are currently shops on Talbot St. were once private homes and Mike remembers that the “front parlor” was always for company and entertaining. “Welcome to our front parlor”, Mike says of the Front Street dining room,

“Come in and make yourself at home” After you’re seated and served a generous pour from the small, carefully chosen wine list, co- owner and Chef Eric Nunamaker takes over. A graduate of The New England Culinary Institute, working chef for over 25 years and St.Michaels resident for the last nine years, Eric combines his many years of experience to create an eclectic menu with influences from around the world. “The best friends a chef in St. Michaels can have” says Chef Eric, “are the watermen and farmers surrounding our area. It’s a great relationship, we sustain one another”. Fresh selections, prepared daily, changing seasonally, evolving naturally, at Mike & Eric’s Front Street Restaurant & Bar. Co-owners Mike, Eric and Randy welcome you to casual gourmet dining, in the heart of St. Michaels.

200 S. Talbot St. St. Michaels, MD 21601 (410) 745 - 8380

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mikeandericsfrontstreet.com

Established in 2013. Since 1990 we have been doing private catering for friends and family using our own designed and built cooker. This eventually led to Easton Market and our opening in April of 2013 as Shore Barbecue Company.

We cook traditonal BBQ with a hickory and apple wood fire. We are a full service barbecue resturant and seafood bar. We also specialize in catering events large and small. From pulled pork to brisket, ribs, smoked turkey, pit beef and smoked salmon... weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got something to please every taste. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget our homemade sides that compliment our barbecue. And for the sweet tooth we have a variety of homemade cookies and muffins.

208 S. Talbot St. St. Michaels, MD 21601 (410) 745 - 8048

Hours: Mon thru Sat 7a - 8p Sun 7a - 6p

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Chef Salter’s painting by Artist Nancy Tankersley

Anything over the top and out of the box at Moonvine

Visit Easton Cigar and Smoke Shop for the best in premier cigars and smoking accessories

E aston is a lively historic town, located 30 minutes from Annapolis, across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

Easton’s picturesque streets are lined with historic buildings. Don’t miss the Easton Court House, which was built in 1712 when the town served as the “capital of the Eastern Shore.” Visit the oldest church in continuous operation in the United States, The Third Haven Meeting House, a Quaker church built in 1682. Explore Easton by foot with The Historic Society, which leads walking tours of the town’s architectural highlights. While this sophisticated town celebrates its history, Easton is not frozen in time. Boasting a thriving downtown, visitors can shop for everything from antiques to handbags, kitchenwares to high fashion. Particularly well known for its extraordinary restaurants, Easton offers dining choices including classic Maryland crabs, Japanese cuisine, northern

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Italian pasta and California brick-oven style pizza. If you’ve got a taste for it, Easton’s got it. Historic Easton is chockfull of charming art galleries with masterpieces created by local artisans in various mediums including folk art, jewelry, metal sculpture, paintings, tapestries, and waterfowl decoys. Many of the galleries include artists’ studios open to the public so you can stop by and see the artists in action! Visit the many galleries and artists’ studios that earn Easton its reputation as an arts town. The crown jewel of Easton’s arts community is the Academy Art Museum, which is housed in an early 19th-century schoolhouse and has five galleries exhibiting the works of 19th, 20th, and 21st-century masters. Live theatrical productions and concerts at The Avalon Theater, an Art Deco-era performing arts center, also make Easton one of Maryland’s best-loved towns.

Just steps from the Towne Center Historic District, at the corner of Glenwood Ave. and South Washington St., Easton Cigar and Smoke Shop is a “must see to be believed” stop for the cigar connisseur. The surprise visitors express in finding a 315 square foot, split-level walk-in humidor on Maryland’s Eastern Shore is matchedonly by our delight in introducing them to the best handmade cigars the industry has to offer. All the big names are here, with many new products yet to be explored. An interested and knowledgeable staff is poised to take your questions and respond to your orders promptly.

Easton Cigar & Smoke Shop 6 Glenwood Avenue Easton, Md 410.770.5084 info@cigar-smokeshop.com

Visit us online www.eastoncigar.com

Trippe-Hilderbrandt Gallery is home to award winning artists Nanny Trippe, (fine art photography), and Don Hilderbrandt, (watercolors). The focus of their work captures the inherent characteristics that make the Eastern Shore special. The gallery also features works of other award winning artists: Jill Basham, (oils), Roberta Seger, (oils), Lee D’Zmura, (botanical art), David Csont, (watercolors), John C. North, (sculpture) as well as guest artists. This lively gallery full of natural light in the heart of Historic Easton showcases a wonderfully diverse collection. Please visit the website for more information!

Owners Pama Morrow & Julie Jones Welcome You to come & experience Moonvine, a whimsical woodland filled with Fairies, Mermaids and other Amazing Keepsakes! An Eclectic mix of vintage finds such as: ** Painted Antique Furniture ** Handmade Jewelry & Scarfs ** Specialty Ornaments & Gifts ** Over-the-Top & Out of the Box Floral Arrangements!

21 A North Harrison Street Easton, MD 21601

Moonvine -

Monday - Saturday 10 - 5 Sunday 11 - 3 Like Us on Facebook!

It’s Not just a Shop...It’s an Experience!

Moonvine

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Chef & Shower is the perfect place to find unique gourmet kitchen and bath items for yourself…or a gift for someone special. We offer brands such as LeCreuset, All-Clad, Cuisinart and Vitamix. Plus, a large selection of the most recent kitchen tools and gadgets.

25 Goldsborough St. Easton, Maryland 21601 410-714-4741 caryn@chefandshower.com www.chefandshower.com

Please check out our website for our updated Winter hours.

Hours: Mon - Thu 10am - 5pm Fri & Sat 10am - 6pm Sun 11am - 3pm

South Street Art Gallery, owned by artist Nancy Tankersley and her husband Carl, is located in a charming historic building dating from the 1840s, in Easton, Maryland, just one block from the Academy Art Museum on South Street. In 2012, the gallery became the host for a Guild of Fine Artists, all of whom are professional representational artists from the Mid-Atlantic and Eastern Shore regions of the United States. Currently, the guild members include Tim Bell, Lani Browning, Ed Cooper, Lisa Egeli, Mary Ekroos, Matthew Hillier, Hai-Ou Hou, Lisa Mitchell, Sara Linda Poly, Mary Pritchard, Julia Rogers, Nancy Tankersley and Stewart White.

South Street Art Gallery 5 South Street Easton, MD 21601 410-770-8350 southstreetartg@aol.com www.southstreetartgallery.com Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 11 am – 6 pm

"Shucking at Brasserie" by Nancy Tankersley

Other hours by chance or appointment. Every month: First Friday Reception5- 8pm

Exhibits at the gallery offer a frequently changing inventory of large and small paintings in a variety of mediums, including an extensive collection of plein air works as well as studio paintings. Featured regularly are evocative landscapes, dynamic marine paintings, and sophisticated figurative paintings, as well as classic and impressionistic still-lifes. Additional texture is provided by an eclectic collection of giclees and prints, ceramics, glass art and sculpture.

Easton Plaza, Suite 53 101 Marlboro Avenue - PO Box 1366 Easton, MD 21601 Phone: 410-822-4653 Fax 410-822-7922 Email: info@talbotchamber.org Web: www.talbotchamber.org

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The Talbot County Chamber of Commerce serves as the primary leader of, and advocate for, the business community in the region. With a vision to keep the business market within Talbot County a healthy one, the Chamber works closely with area businesses to ensure growth and success. In 2015, the Talbot County is proud to celebrate 50 years of service to businesses and the community at large.

Accommodations

Wades Point Inn

7018 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-822-4600

10090 Wades Point Rd., McDaniel 410-745-2500 www.wadespoint.com (see their ad on pg. 81)

Eastern Shore Vacation Rentals

Attractions

Days Inn Easton

101 E.Dover St., Easton 410-770-9093

Hampton Inn Easton

8058 Ocean Gateway, Easton 410-822-2200

Avalon Theatre

40 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-7299

Historical Society of Talbot County

25 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-0773 www.hstc.org The Historical Society of Talbot County was founded to “preserve, communicate and celebrate the heritage of Talbot County by educating residents and visitors.” From exhibits to educational programs, special events to research opportunities, the Historical Society

Tidewater Inn

101 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-1300

Bed & Breakfasts Bishop’s House

214 Goldborough St., Easton 410-820-7290

Easton’s Promise

107 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-820-9159

The Hambleton Inn

202 Cherry St., St. Michaels 410-745-3350 www.hambletoninn.com (see their ad on pg. 80)

Inn at 202 Dover

202 E. Dover St., Easton 866-450-7600

Miles River Guest House 8862 Quailsar Rd., Easton 410-822-2743

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is the leading resource for discovering Talbot County’s past. The Museum presents exhibitions using artifacts, images and stories. Free Admission.

Easton Cigar and Smoke Shop

South Street Art Gallery

Hog Neck Golf Course

Easton Cycle and Sport

Studio B

Grafton Galleries

Tharpe Antiques

Garden Treasures

Trippe Hildebrandt Studios

10142 Old Cordova Rd., Easton 410-822-6079, 800-280-1790

Waterfowl Festival

40 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-4567

Dining Bartlett Pear Inn

28 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-5534

The BBQ Joint

206 N. Washington St., Easton 410-690-3641

Brasserie Brightwell

22 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-819-3838 (see their ad on pg. 93)

Darnell’s Grill & Catering 22 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-5534

Mason’s

22 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-3204

Martini’s Restaurant

14 N. Washington St., Easton 410-820-4100

Out of the Fire

6 Glenwood Ave.#1, Easton 410-770-5084 (see their ad on pg. 97)

723 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-822-7433 32 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-8922 29350 Matthewstown Rd., Easton 410-822-1604

Green Energy Design & General Store 31 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-5959

Hills Soda Fountain 30 E. Dover St., Easton 410-822-9751 (see their ad on pg. 99)

Irish Traditions

35 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-819-3663

Lanham Hall Design

17 N. Harrison St., Easton 410-822-5040

Lizzy Dee

20 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-770-4374

Moonvine

22 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-770-4777

21A N.Harrison St., Easton 410-770-4451 (see their ad on pg. 97)

Scossa Restaurant & Lounge

Salisbury Gift & Garden

8 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-2202

Stoltzfus BBQ

101 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-820-4011

Shopping Chef & Shower

25 Goldsborough St., Easton 410-717-4741 (see their ad on pg. 98)

6505 Old Trappe Rd., Easton 410-820-5202 www.salisburygiftandgarden.com Still Salisbury Pewter...only much more!!!! Talbot County’s local resource for Dining, Living and Giving. We are a family run, locally owned company celebrating over 20 years on the Shore! Come discover unique gifts. See inspired decor that celebrates our Shore style. Create timeless family heirlooms that celebrate life’s special moments. From our family to yours. (pg. 99)

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22 N. Washington St., Easton 410-822-2279

5 South St., Easton 410-770-8350 (See their ad on pg. 98)

7B Goldsborough St., Easton 443-988-1818 30 S. Washington St., Easton 410-820-7525 24 N Harrison St., Easton 410-310-8727 www.trippehilderbrandtgallery.com (see their ad on pg. 97)

Troika Gallery

9 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-9190

Other 96.7 WCEI

306 Port St., Easton 410-822-3301

Elijah Blue Salon and Retreat 29315 Erickson Dr., Easton 410-822-8122

Shore Health System

219 S. Washington St., Easton 410-822-1000 or 410-228-5511 www.shorehealth.org Shore Health System is where Eastern Shore residents go for quality health care. Highlights include Memorial Hospital in Easton, Dorchester General Hospital in Cambridge, Shore Regional Cancer Center, Joint Replacement Center, Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate, Comprehensive Pain Care Center and Birthing Center. Shore Health System is accredited by the Joint Commission. (see their ad on pg. 101)

Talbot County Chamber of Commerce 100 Marlboro Ave., Easton 410-822-4606 www.talbotchamber.org (see their ad on pg. 98)

Talbot County Tourism 11 S. Harrison St., Easton 410-770-8000 www.tourtalbot.org (see their ad on pg. 85)

Creating Healthier Communities Together Visit one of our convenient locations throughout the region. Part of the University of Maryland Medical System network of hospitals, physicians and health services … where exceptional care is always close to home.

Caroline • Dorchester • Kent • Queen Anne’s • Talbot

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Top Left to Right: The Clark Gallery of Fine Art owners Patricia Spitaleri and Heidi Clark have created an inviting gallery for distinctive contemporary art. “Copper Sunset” is shown. ~St.Michaels Maritime Museum - photo by Lisa Masson. ~Enjoy the sun on the deck at Town Dock. Bottom Left to Right: Come into Olivins Tasting Room today. ~Local Port of Art shows off the talents of local artists.

eveloped from early land grants in the 1600’s, the area known as St. Michaels developed a reputation as an excellent place for ship building and many shipwrights and craftsman moved in to support the growing industry. Incorporated as a town in 1804, the village was surveyed and platted as three squares: Harrison’s square at the north end, Thompson’s square to the southwest and Braddock’s square, developed earlier, in the southeast. Many of the current homes and a few shops date from this period. As America developed and the shipbuilding business declined, St. Michaels began to rise as a seafood processing and packing center. The boat building trade flourished once again with construction of smaller, shallow draft vessels to support the growing seafood industry. The result of the specialized boat building can be seen today in bugeyes, Skipjacks and the log canoes which still race in the area. It was in the 1930’s that a burgeoning tourism industry developed in St. Michaels. With visitors coming to enjoy the fishing, crabbing and Eastern Shore lifestyle, boarding houses, cottages and inns developed to support the incoming traffic. The charming character of St. Michaels continues to attract both landlubbers and boaters to enjoy the fine food, interesting shopping, historical attractions and “down the shore” lifestyle.

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Heart of the Harbor Your place for seafood in St. Michaels. TOWN DOCK C

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Waterfront Your Place for banquet Seafood &room oysters for parties up to 50. on the waterfront in St. Michaels! upstairs bar & lounge Waterfront Banquet a great placeRoom for afor meeting parties or just to meet up to 50

410-745-5577 | 125 Mulberry Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-5577

Waterfront Inn Wades Point Inn Accommodations 125 Mulberry St. , St. MichaelsThe • Oaks www.TownDockRestaurant.com Best Western

St. Michaels Motor Inn 1228 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3333

Bob Pascal’s Harbour Inn 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-9001

Five Gables

209 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0100

The Inn at Perry Cabin

308 Watkins Lane, St. Michaels 410-745-2200

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and Events

25876 Royal Oak Rd., Royal Oak 410-745-5053

10090 Wades Point Rd.,McDaniel 410-745-2500 (see their ad on pg. 81)

Old Brick Inn

Attractions

401 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-3323

The Tilghman Island Inn

21384 Coopertown Rd., Tilghman Island 410-886-2141

St. Michaels Harbour Inn Marina and Spa 101 N. Harbor Rd., St. Michaels 410-745-9001

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2916

Eastern Shore Brewing

605 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8010 www.easternshorebrewing.com (see their ad on pg. 103)

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Fun, festive, fabulous gifts abound at The Preppy Redneck for everyone on your list!

310 S Talbot St St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-829-3635 thepreppyredneck.com

Find Eastern Shore themed tabletop items, great accessories, children’s gifts, and more!

This shop is sure to inspire!

Check us out on Facebook at: facebook.com/ThePreppyRedneck

The vision for the Gallery is to be a year round sales and exhibition space for members, as well as play host to small group shows, solo shows, fundraisers, benefits and outreach shows to help engage and pull the community together.

Local Port of Art 210 S Talbot Street St. Michaels, MD 21663 443-205-2470 info@stmichaelsevents.com www.stmichaelsevents.com

Hours 11 – 4 everyday thru December. Winter Hours by appointment only

208 South Talbot St Saint Michaels, MD 21663 410 - 745 - 8048 Hours Mon - Sat: 7am - 8pm Sun: 7am - 6pm email: montia@shorebbq.com

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The goal is to provide local artist a proper venue to show their work together in an open environment. Space is limited and participating artists will be selected through a jurying process designed to create a high-quality collection of artwork in jewelry, furniture, paintings, photography, ceramics, fiber arts, woodwork, mixed media and sculpture.

We cook traditonal BBQ with a hickory and apple wood fire. We are a full service barbecue resturant and seafood bar. We also specialize in catering events large and small. From pulled pork to brisket, ribs, smoked turkey, pit beef and smoked salmon...we’ve got something to please every taste. Don’t forget our homemade sides that compliment our barbecue. And for the sweet tooth we have a variety of homemade cookies and muffins.

Established in 2013.

Since 1990 we have been doing private catering for friends and family using our own designed and built cooker. This eventually led to Easton Market and our opening in April of 2013 as Shore Barbecue Company.

Welcome to Olivins tasting room a fun time in Historic St Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Olivins is located at 205 North Talbot just turn onto Mill street and use convenient parking and public restrooms behind our building. Come taste and believe. Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oils flavored and un- flavored from around the globe. Customers rave about our thick tasty aged balsamic vinegars imported from Italy. You can try traditional white and dark plus over 30 flavors always in stock. Try over 8 organic honeys, local artisan chocolate, salts, teas and local roasted coffee. Olivins is your fun St Michaels experience period. Check out our website for recipe ideas and to order right on line at olivinsstmichaels.com

The Clark Gallery of Fine Art, located in historic St. Michaels, Maryland is home to the contemporary and abstract art created by artists Heidi Clark and Patricia G. Spitaleri. Patricia was the founder and former owner of Eastonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s South Street Gallery. Her art is exciting, passionate, full of color and movement. Heidi's art is multi-faceted. She loves mixed media, incorporating metals, ink, paint and cast paper to create works full of dimension and contrasts. We look forward to seeing you. Life is too short - enjoy fine art! Heidi Clark and Patricia G. Spitaleri

205 N. Talbot Street St. Michaels, Maryland 410-745-2062 410-924-6607 www.olivinsstmichaels.com

The Clark Gallery of Fine Art 308 S. Talbot Street St. Michaels, MD 21663 410-745-0960 410-829-1241 Fri -Sun ~11:00 - 4:00ish All other hours by chance or appointment

a different perspective! www.clarkfineartgallery.com

Crepes by the Bay is the place to have your delicious French Crepe without crossing the ocean. We are open early and serve breakfast all day long. Using only the freshest local ingredients. A beautiful court yard to relax and enjoy your meal, smoothies, freshly brewed homemade iced tea or a glass of chilled wine.

Group meetings welcome!

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St. Michaels Winery

605 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-0808 www.st-michaels-winery.com St. Michaels Winery crafts wine from grapes grown in a vineyards and those harvested from select regional and national growers. Small batch production ensures mature, award-winning wines. During a visit, one could taste Maryland wine at its finest, tour the production area or relax in the quaint garden patio. (see their ad on pg. 103)

Dining Crepes by the Bay

103 Fremont St., St Michaels 410-745-8429 www.cbtb.com (see their ad on pg. 107)

Mike & Eric’s Front Street

200 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8380 www.mikeandericsfrontstreet.com (see their ad on pg. 94)

Shore Barbecue Co.

208 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-8048

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www.shorebbq.com (see their ad on pg. 95/106)

St. Michaels Crab & Steak House

305 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-3737

Town Dock Restaurant

125 Mulberry St., St. Michaels 410-745-5577 Town Dock Restaurant, located in the historic waterfront village of St. Michaels, offers a full selection of fresh seasonal dishes with amazing views of the harbor. Seafood is the house specialty, but locals know Town Dock for much more including signature steaks, chops, pastas and seasonal specials. Coupled with an extensive wine, beer and cocktail selection. Proprietor Jon Mason personally invites you to experience the “heart of the harbor”. (See their ad on pg. 104)

Shopping The Clark Gallery of Fine Art 308 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-829-1241 (see their ad on pg. 107)

Guilford & Co.

101 N. Talbot Street, St. Michaels 410-745-5544 Specializes in antique and estate jewelry from the 19th and 20th centuries, featuring antique and estate pieces from the Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Art Moderne periods including signed pieces by Tiffany, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, David Webb, Henry Dunay, Coucheron, Bulgari and more. (See their ad on pg. 105)

Olivin’s Tasting Room

205 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-745-2062 www.olivinsstmichaels.com (see their ad on pg. 107)

The Preppy Redneck

300 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 410-829-3635 www.preppyredneck.com (see their ad on pg. 106)

St. Michaels Events Local Port of Art

210 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels 443-205-2760 (see their ad on pg. 106)

Area Accommodations

hat a treat! Annapolis and the surrounding areas offer a number of choices in places to sleep during your brief, or perhaps extended, visit to the region. Whether you are seeking a quiet retreat, an in-city inn or a AAA Four Diamond award-winning luxury hotel, there is something to accommodate your desires. Hotels are an obvious choice for a place to lay down your head and relax. From the waterfront view to the new place uptown and in the West end, Annapolis offers exquisite beds in which to sleep. But you will also find old inns, new Bed & Breakfasts, even on-the-water places to stay. It is the variety of available rooms that makes Annapolis a great place to come back again and again, trying something new each time in this old town. Looking to stay awhile? Check out the extended stay options. From suite hotel rooms to short-term private home rentals, you have a place to call Annapolis home in a place that feels like, well, home!

Heading south from Annapolis, unique is the name of the game. Look for new inns, renovated hotels and many smaller B&B’s along the way. As you get close to the BWI Airport, there are many properties that especially cater to business travelers. These offer meeting rooms for those coming and going. They also offer a nice in-between point for enjoyment of Annapolis, working in the Fort Meade area, or enjoying the temptations in Baltimore. Across the Bridge to the Eastern Shore, you enter a new world. There are, of course, great hotels, many new in the past few years, inns and B&B’s galore. From Kent Island to Easton to Cambridge and everything in between, a Shore escape awaits. Enjoy your stay—if you’re reading this book, you’ve already chosen your choice location. Come back and see us and know you have a myriad of options that can accommodate you in and around Annapolis.

The Hilton Garden Inn® Kent Island... Overlooking nothing but the Chesapeake.

Meeting and banquet facilities for 120. Private balconies to view magical sunsets. A fridge, microwave, complimentary high-speed Internet access. Plus, a breakfast cafe, cozy lounge, workout facility, indoor pool, boat slips, and a complimentary 24-hour business center. At the new Hilton Garden Kent Island, you’ll find everything you need for a great stay in Queen Anne’s County - all just an easy stroll from the area’s best waterfront restaurants & bars. Everything. Right where you need it. 3206 Main St., Grasonville, MD 21638 reservations: kentisland.stayhgi.com

410-827-3877 1-877-STAY-HGI

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Area Accommodations The Academy Bed & Breakfast 134 Prince George St, Annapolis (410) 990-1234

Annapolis Inn

144 Prince George St., Annapolis 410-295-5200

Annapolis Marriott Waterfront Hotel 80 Compromise St., Annapolis 410-268-7555

Best Western Annapolis 2520 Riva Rd., Annapolis 410-224-2800

Best Western BWI Airport 6755 Dorsey Rd., Elkridge 410-796-3300

Country Inn & Suites by Carlson

Georgian House

Courtyard by Marriott Annapolis

Gibsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lodging

Courtyard by Marriott Fort Meade

Hampton Inn Bowie

2600 Housley Rd., Annapolis 410-571-6700 2559 Riva Rd., Annapolis 410-266-1555

2700 Hercules Rd., Annapolis Junction 301-498-8400

Eastport House

Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis

Extended Stay America

Hilton Garden Inn â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kent Island

101 Severn Ave., Annapolis 410-295-9710

BWI Marriott Hotel

Fenwick Inn

Coconut Malorie

200 59th Str., Ocean City 1-800-767-6060 (see their ad on pg. 111)

Comfort Inn Bay Bridge

76 Old Mill Bottom Rd., Annapolis 410-757-8500

Comfort Inn BWI Airport

6921 Balt.-Annap. Blvd., Baltimore 410-789-9100

Comfort Inn & Conference Center Bowie

4500 Crain Hwy., Bowie 301-464-0089, 800-4-CHOICE www.pmchotels.com Central Maryland location convenient to Annapolis, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. We offer a free full hot breakfast buffet. All rooms have refrigerators, coffee, safes, hair dryers, free high speed wireless internet access, and ironing board. Full service yacht club style restaurant and lounge. Outdoor pool and fitness center. Affordable luxury! (see thier ad on pg. 110)

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15202 Major Lansdale Blvd., Bowie (301) 809-1800

Hampton Inn & Suites Annapolis

210 Holiday Ct., Annapolis 410-224-3150, 800-266-7631

3101 Main St., Grasonville 410-827-6767

1743 West N`ursery Rd., Baltimore 410-859-8300

110 Prince George St., Annapolis 410-268-5555 (see thier ad on pg. 88)

Doubletree Hotel Annapolis

120 Admiral Cochrane Dr.., Annapolis 410-571-6600 www.extendedstayamerica.com (see their ad on pg. 108)

Best Western Kent Narrows Inn

170 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis 410-263-5618

13801 Coastal Highway., Ocean City 410-250-1100 (see their ad on pg. 111)

124 Womack Dr., Annapolis 410-571-0200

305 Harry S. Truman Pkwy., Annapolis 410-266-9006 3206 Main St., Grasonville 410-827-3877 www.kentisland.stayhgi.com Waterfront hotel with balconies overlooking the Kent Narrows and Eastern Chesapeake Bay. Property features include boat slips, indoor pool, whirlpool, sundeck, lobby lounge, breakfast and dinner cafe, fitness center,

free wifi, extensive in-room amenities, meeting space for 120. Walking distance to restaurants and bars. (see thier ad on pg. 109)

Historic Inns of Annapolis 58 State Circle Annapolis (410) 263-2641

Holiday Inn Express

2451 Riva Road, Annapolis (410) 224-4317

Holiday Inn Express Kent Island

1020 Kent Narrows Rd., Grasonville (410) 827-4454 (see their ad on pg. 91)

Horn Point Inn

100 Chesapeake Avenue, Annapolis (410) 268-1126

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay 100 Heron Boulevard, Cambridge (410) 901-1234

Loews Annapolis

126 West Street, Annapolis (410) 263-7777 (see their ad on pg. 3)

13801 COASTAL HIGHWAY, OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 TOLL FREE: 800-492-1873 | LOCAL PHONE: 410-250-1100 FAX: 410-250-0087 | EMAIL: INFO@FENWICKINN.COM

Maryland Inn

16 Church Circle, Annapolis 410-263-2641

O’Callaghan Annapolis Hotel 174 West Street Annapolis (410) 263-7700

Residence Inn Annapolis

170 Admiral Cochrane Dr., Annapolis (410) 573-0300

Reynold’s Tavern 7 Church Circle Annapolis (410) 295-9555

Rip’s Country Inn 3809 Crain Highway Bowie, MD 20716 (301) 805-5901

Scottlaur Inn Bed & Breakfast 165 Main Street, Annapolis (410) 268-5665

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Index Of Advertisers Attractions Annapolis Film Festival..................................23 Arnel-Leftwich Visitor Center.........................24 Chesapeake Boating Club...............................8 Chesapeake Charters......................................9 Liberte, the Schooner.....................................15 Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts............... 22 Military Bowl...................................................20 Naval Academy Alumni Association.........24-25 Schooner Woodwind........................................7 Urban Eventours.............................................16 Watermark Cruises...........................................5

Activities Blackstone Amphitheater for Humanity...18-19

Lifestyle Annapolis Accommodations........................114

Downtown Dining The All American Steakhouse....................... 50 Baroak..............................................................3 Blackwall Hitch...............................................60 Boat Yard Bar & Grill...................................... 58 Buddy’s........................................................... 46 Cantler’s.........................................................42 Carl’s Deli.......................................................13 Carrol’s Creek Cafe........................................ 57 Chart House Annapolis.................................. 58 Chevy’s............................................................ 44 Chop House.................................................... 52 Crush Kitchen and Wine House....................49 Federal House................................................45 Fox’s Den........................................................53 Gordon Biersch..............................................46 Harris Crab House.....................83/Back Cover Level...............................................................53 Lewnes’ Steakhouse......................................61 Maggiano’s.....................................................48 Market House.................................................13 Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls..................... 72 McGarvey’s.....................................................44 Mexican Cafe..................................................55 Middleton Tavern..................Inside Front Cover Mike and Eric’s...............................................13 O’Brien’s............................. Inside Front Cover OB’s Prime.......................... Inside Front Cover Phillips Seafood.............................................43 Pusser’s Caribbean Grille.............................. 54 Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse...............................59 Sam’s on the Waterfront................................47 Vida.................................................................53 Viet Thai..........................................................51 Yellowfin..........................................................48 Yellowtail.........................................................13

Shopping Alpaca International....................................... 69 Annapolis Maritime Antiques........................ 56 Blanca Flor...................................................... 67 Liljenquist & Beckstead................................... 1 Lisa Masson Gallery.......................................66 Zachary’s........................................................65

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Main Street & Upper Main Annapolis Cigar Company.............................. 71 Annapolis Marine Art Gallery......................... 72 Eyes on Main.................................................. 72 Helly Hansen.................................................. 67 Kilwin’s Chocolate.......................................... 71 Main Street Gallery........................................ 68 WR Chance Jewelers...................................... 71 West Annapolis Art Things........................................................ 75 Tara’s Gifts...................................................... 74 The Giant Peach............................................. 75 Wimsey Cove Maps and Art...........................75 Maryland Avenue & State Circle Annapolis Bookstore...................................... 77 Annebeth’s...................................................... 77 Odyssey Massage...........................................77 Maryland Wineries Great Frogs..................................................... 63 St. Michael’s Winery.....................................103 Thanksgiving Farm.........................................63

Gems of the Bay Gibson’s Lodging of Annapolis...................... 79 Hambleton Inn................................................ 80 Wades Point Inn............................................. 81

Spas Effective Medspa........................................... 27 Robert Andrew Salon & Spa....................28/29

St. Mary’s County The Heat (106.3 FM)....................................116

Queen Anne’s County Blue Heron Golf Club..................................... 83 Holiday Inn Express........................................ 83 Harris Crab House.....................83/Back Cover The Jetty................................Inside Back Cover Queen Anne County Department of Tourism.................................. 82

Talbot County Shore Health Care System...........................101 Talbot County Chamber of Commerce..................................98 Talbot County Tourism...................................85 Easton Brasserie Brightwell.......................................93 Chef and Shower............................................98 Easton Cigar & Smoke Shop..........................97 Easton Economic Development Corp ...........86 Hills Soda Fountain........................................99 Market Square in Easton ...............................92 Moonvine.........................................................97 Salisbury Gift & Garden................................. .99 South Street Gallery .......................................98 Tripp Hildebrandt Gallery............................... .97

St. Michaels Clark Gallery of Fine Art................................107 Crepes by the Bay..........................................107 Eastern Shore Brewing.................................103 Guilford & Company......................................105 Local Port of Art............................................106 Mike & Eric’s Front Street..............................94 Olivins Tasting Room....................................107 The Preppy Redneck.....................................106 Shore Barbeque Company.....................95/106 St. Michaels Winery......................................103 Town Dock Restaurant.................................104 Tilghman Island WTDK (107.1 The Duck)...............................115

Area Destinations Annapolis Area Accommodations Coconut Malorie.............................................111 Comfort Inn Bowie.......................................... 110 Extended Stay America..................................108 Fenwick Inn..................................................... 111 Hilton Garden Inn Kent Island....................... 109 Loew’s Hotel.......................................................3

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Overlooking Kent Narrows, The Jetty is one of the largest dock bars on Kent Narrows.

You can arrive by Boat, Car, or Motorcycle! Free Shuttle service to the local hotels with the Jetty Bus.

Summer or Winter there’s always Fabulous Views, Great Food & Drink and a Good Time 201 Wells Cove Rd Grasonville, MD 21638 410-827-4959 www.jettydockbar.com

Open for Weekend Breakfast 8am-11am Hours Of Operation: Mon and Tuesday 11am- 11pm weds 11am- close thurs 11am - close Friday 11am- 2am Saturday 8am- 2am sunday 8am- close

Live Music Every Weekend - 7 Nights a Week in Summer! Directions: The Jetty is located off Kent Narrows on the south east side of Kent Narrows. To get to the Jetty traveling east bound, take the first exit past the Kent Narrows bridge, After the exit take the right at the end of the street. This will be Main St. Follow for 1/4 of a mile and turn left onto Wells Cove Rd. The Jetty is located at the end of the street at 201 Wells Cove Rd. By Water The Jetty is located at GPS coordinates of 38.898 N 76.437 W (38°53’54” N 76°26’12” W) Landmarks of the Chesapeake Bay

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