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🌱 Patch AM: Are your out-of-state plates about to cost you big in Annapolis?
Also, don't miss AAMC Trauma Support Group on the Annapolis Patch calendar

Good morning Annapolis! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Are your out-of-state plates about to cost you big in Annapolis?
- How to get tickets for Annapolis' Blazers, Bourbon & Cigars night
- Meet the Annapolis students earning major maritime scholarships this year
Also on today's calendar: Generational Wealth Transfer and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call advice from a cow ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 74 and low of 64 degrees.
- Tuesday: Cloudy, a little rain; cooler, temps: high: 66, low: 60.
- Wednesday: Rain; breezy in the morning, with a high of 67 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Maryland Cracking Down On Out-Of-State License Plates Starting Oct. 1 (thebaynet.com) — Annapolis residents with out-of-state license plates on cars kept here should prepare for Maryland's new 'Plate Where You Live' crackdown starting Oct. 1, 2026, which can trigger daily fines after a 60-day notice. The article explains potential penalties like towing or civil action and walks you through the steps and documents needed to properly register your vehicle in Maryland.
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2. Blazers, Bourbon & Cigars Set for September 24 in Downtown Annapolis (eyeonannapolis.net) — Annapolis residents can enjoy bourbon tastings, curated cigars, and food at the Blazers · Bourbon · Cigars fundraiser in the William Paca Garden on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. Running 6–9 p.m. downtown, with VIP entry at 5, the adults-only event supports Historic Annapolis' work preserving local landmarks and history, with tickets ranging from $150 to $500.
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3. EYC Foundation Awards Marine and Maritime Scholarships to 12 Students (eyeonannapolis.net) — Several Annapolis students have been awarded EYC Foundation scholarships to pursue marine engineering and international business and logistics degrees at leading maritime academies, helping launch local talent into maritime careers. The program, now in its twelfth year, also supports returning scholars and celebrates recent graduates who have moved into naval architecture, commercial shipping, and Navy officer roles.
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4. With Boats Getting Bigger, Money Is Flowing Into Marinas (dailygazette.com) — Annapolis boaters should know that Blackstone recently bought the city's largest marina as part of a massive national push to acquire waterfront facilities. The private equity giant now controls roughly 200 marinas and is emphasizing a membership model, raising questions in several coastal communities about rising traffic, megayachts, neighborhood impacts, and whether smaller local boaters could be priced or pushed out.
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5. Preston Burton Claims Runner-up Honors at The Goat (tribeathletics.com) — A collegiate golf tournament at the U.S. Naval Academy Golf Club in Annapolis saw William & Mary's Preston Burton tie for the lead before losing in a playoff, helping his team finish third overall. The two-day event brought 14 college programs to the local course, with George Washington taking the team title and several players posting under-par rounds.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Annapolis
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★ Featured events ★
- AAMC Trauma Support Group →
AAMC, 2001 Medical Parkway, 7th Floor Belcher Pavilion, Annapolis
6:00 pm
Monday September 21
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Other local events
- Generational Wealth Transfer →
Zoom
6:00 pm - Group Fun Run at Chessie's Wharf →
Chessie's Wharf, 609 Melvin Ave, Annapolis
6:30 pm - PuppyG Treat Day at Playful Pack →
Annapolis MD
6:30 am - FREE WEBINAR | "Under a Golden Sky: The Mosaics of Florence Baptistry" →
Online
11:30 am - Bylaws Committee Meeting →
HSIA Community House, 119 Great Lake Drive, Annapolis
6:00 pm - Women, Wine, & Wisdom™ - Tax-Efficient Philanthropy →
Rams Head Tavern, 33 West St, Annapolis
7:00 pm - Living History on Pinkney Street: Civil War First Maryland Volunteer Infantry Regiment →
Hogshead Trades Museum, 43 Pinkney St, Annapolis, MD, 21401
10:00 am - Anne Arundel County Literacy Council Book Fair →
2002 Annapolis Mall Rd, Annapolis
10:00 am - Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival 2026 →
Navy Marine Stadium, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
12:00 pm - Navy Women's Soccer vs Colgate →
Glenn Warner Soccer Facility, Naval Academy
12:00 pm - Navy Women's Volleyball vs Bucknell →
Wesley Brown Fieldhouse, Annapolis
4:00 pm
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
Saturday September 26
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Beef Tips (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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