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Do you like movies? Hey, who doesn’t? And if you’re somebody who wants to live in an area with a lot of culture — particularly as far as films go — you’ll be thrilled to know that Annapolis is a hotspot for filmmakers and filmgoers thanks to the annual Annapolis Film Festival. This nine-year tradition […]

  So many people say they move to Anne Arundel County because they want to be surrounded by greenery — they love the trees, grass, bushes, and other plants. They love being in nature. They want their kids to have the opportunity to run around and explore. They want an excuse to get out in […]

While Anne Arundel County is known for having a vibrant public school system (in fact, many Anne Arundel County Public Schools have garnered status as National Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence and Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools of Excellence), education isn’t always a one-size-fits-all pursuit. Some parents may be interested in seeking private schooling for their […]

If you love live entertainment, look no farther than Annapolis — the community has a vibrant performing arts scene, both professional and volunteer. Although most organizations, like others across the country, have had to close their doors and either cease their operations or switch them to an online format during the COVID-19 pandemic, local audiences […]

Annapolis is an exciting place to live — you can find an event to enjoy almost every month of the year. Although the COVID-19 pandemic meant a lot of these annual activities had to go on hiatus for 2020, most local residents are looking forward to a time when they can safely return to our […]

Is it any wonder foodies love Annapolis when there are so many great restaurants? The historic downtown area alone boasts enough options to keep you going somewhere different every day for at least two months. Seriously — there are more than 70 restaurants and eateries that are members of the Downtown Annapolis Partnership, and they […]

Annapolis and Anne Arundel County in general are rich in historical significance. Even lifelong residents rarely know every little detail about the role their community played in American history. Here are five cool stories you might want to know about the history of Anne Arundel County, including places you can go to see firsthand where […]

  If you love dessert, then you’re going to love living in Annapolis. Maryland’s capital is home to a wide variety of locally-owned candy shops, ice cream parlors, bakeries, and other establishments of confectionary commerce. Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth? Great — these eight businesses, all located right in Annapolis, are nice places to […]

  It’s a dog’s world and we’re all just living in it. It turns out that being an Annapolis dog is a pretty great experience. Annapolis is a community that has plenty of options for dog parks, dog-friendly businesses, dog boarding, dog training, and even dog grooming. If you’re a dog owner, you’re going to […]