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Good morning to you Annapolis! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How upcoming MD 2 night work could disrupt your Annapolis commute
  • Why this year's Annapolis Holiday Market is heading to the mall
  • What to expect from Live Arts Maryland's powerful peace concert

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

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Turning sunny; warmer, with a high of 73 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 65, low: 50.
  • Wednesday: Pleasant with plenty of sun, with a high of 70 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. MD 2 resurfacing project brings nighttime lane closures to Annapolis through mid-November (wmar2news.com) — Overnight lane closures are coming to a busy stretch of MD 2 in Annapolis starting Tuesday night, affecting Solomons Island Road between Grand Oak Drive and West Street and the MD 665 ramps. Work will run Sunday through Thursday nights, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., through mid-November, so plan extra travel time and consider alternate routes during those hours.
   

2. Annapolis Holiday Market Moves to Mall for Two Weekends in December (eyeonannapolis.net) — Annapolis residents can look forward to the fifth annual Annapolis Holiday Market moving to an outdoor setup at Annapolis Mall this December, with free admission and easier access from major local routes. Over two weekends, you'll find about 150 artisans, extensive food and drink options, and nearby holiday activities that make it easy to turn a market visit into a full day out in town.
   

3. Live Arts Maryland Opens Season With 'A Concert for Peace' at Maryland Hall (eyeonannapolis.net) — Live Arts Maryland is opening its 2026–27 season in Annapolis with "A Concert for Peace" at Maryland Hall on Saturday, October 10, featuring the Annapolis Chorale and Annapolis Chamber Orchestra. The program centers on Karl Jenkins' The Armed Man with film, plus additional works exploring loss, compassion, and hope, giving local audiences a reflective evening of music focused on peace.
   

4. Maryland expanding 24/7 emissions testing kiosks at 7 locations across the state (wmar2news.com) — Maryland is expanding its 24/7 self-service vehicle emissions kiosks, and Annapolis is among the locations slated to get a new one in the coming months. These kiosks let you complete required emissions tests any time of day for slightly less than full-service stations, offering Annapolis drivers a more flexible and cheaper option once the exact site is announced.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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