The Faces Of Annapolis 2023

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ANNAPOLIS

LETTER

THE FIRST LADY

13 SEIZE THE DAY TRIPS

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OF MARYLAND MEET TOP PROFESSIONALS TAKE A LARK IN A STATE PARK!

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ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY WATERFRONT REAL ESTATE

Experience, expertise, and energy are what set us apart from other real estate agents. With thirty years of industry experience, The Mr. Waterfront Team has helped more than 1500 clients buy and sell waterfront properties in Anne Arundel County.

Our success comes from treating every transaction as if it were our own. We conduct extensive market research prior to listing a property and offer repair & staging services as well as expert photography and videography. We bring incomparable knowledge of every neighborhood and waterway to buyers trying to find their perfect home. We are tough, diligent, and tireless in fighting to get the best deal possible for our clients.

With such a high volume of transactions, there is nothing the Mr. Waterfront Team hasn’t seen before! We have the experience

and connections to overcome any obstacle and get even the most challenging transaction over the finish line.

For most of us, our home is our biggest asset. Trust the team with the most experience, expertise and energy to help you get the job done right.

REID BUCKLEY’S MR. WATERFRONT TEAM OF LONG & FOSTER REAL ESTATE 410.266.6880 | WATERFRONTHOMES.ORG 320 SIXTH STREET ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403 BOM: 410.260.2800
Brent Allen Reid Buckley Meagan Buckley

Welcome to Annapolis Home Magazine’s annual publication, The Faces of Annapolis. We welcome to Annapolis the new First Lady of Maryland, Dawn Moore, and are proud to have her on the cover. As she shares a little bit about her background, she honors the one who has inspired her the most from her formative years up to today: her mother, Pandore Flythe.

The First Lady also highlights some significant changes in the interior of the mansion. There is an emphasis on Maryland’s African-American history, with a focus on the great minds and the courage of those confronting racism in its most insidious forms. It is terrific to have the Moore family in the Governor’s mansion, right here in our neighborhood.

In this issue of Faces, meet leading professionals who are excelling in their fields. When you read these sponsored profiles, you not only see a portrait of the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptional talent in our area, but you meet the people who make up the economy of greater Annapolis and the Eastern Shore.

Maryland is a state with wonderful parks. In these pages, we have put together a list of those we think are worth your visit.

And after researching some of the most interesting day trips available in our area, we present trip suggestions for each month of the coming year. Sometimes a day trip is just what you need to discover new terrain and take a break from your routine.

Producing Faces requires a great team effort and for that we thank Elizbeth Davis, Marjorie Boyd, Dylan Roche, Christine Fillat, Amber Trainer, Tony Lewis, Ryan and Samantha Gladhill, and Pat Stainke. We also thank Britney Marshall and the First Lady’s office for their wonderful support and collaboration.

Whether you are seeking a professional or planning a getaway, we have designed Faces as a resource you can refer to all year long.

Enjoy!

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CONTENTS 2 Welcome & A Letter from the First Lady of Maryland 8 Presenting the 2023 Faces of Annapolis 64 Ten Top Parks in Maryland You Need to Visit 68 13 Seize the Day Trips All Year Long Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Flythe Moore at the Gubernatorial Inauguration. The Faces of Annapolis is an exclusive publication of Taylor Haywood Media, which also publishes Annapolis Home Magazine. To contact us, write robert@annapolishomemag.com Visit us online at annapolishomemag.com Follow The Faces of Annapolis on Facebook at facebook.com/FacesofAnnapolis The Faces of Annapolis is published yearly by Taylor Haywood Media, LLC. The business and professional profiles in The Faces of Annapolis are paid content. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without express written consent of the publishers. Publishers disclaim any and all responsibility for omissions and errors. Publishers disclaim any and all responsibility for an advertiser’s products, services, or claims. The views expressed in this publication are solely those of the writers. All rights reserved. © 2023 by Taylor Haywood Media, LLC.
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The First Lady of Maryland Welcome & a Letter from

Annapolis Home welcomes Maryland’s new First Lady, Dawn Flythe Moore, to Annapolis and to our pages!

We are especially proud to feature her on our cover during the very early days of her tenure. We are so glad to see her, Governor Moore, their children Mia and James, and their dog, Tucker Balti Moore, settling into the Governor’s Mansion and making it their very own. At the very least, all of us here at Annapolis Home hope to introduce her to the best crab cake Annapolis has to offer.

The First Lady drew our attention to some noteworthy changes to the interior of the Colonial-style Georgian mansion, which has housed governors and their families since 1870. More than it has been in the past, it is becoming a place that reflects our state and our nation’s African American heritage. For instance, the conservatory is now referred to as the “Tubman Room.” Also, a portrait of Frederick Douglass is one of the first things people see upon entering the mansion.

Following are a few things we should know about our new neighbor. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in government relations, nonprofit work, building corporate partnerships, community organization, campaign strategy, and fundraising, she is passionate about empowering women, fostering economic opportunity, and championing the arts.

She has held positions at the highest levels of state government and has served on the board of nonprofit organizations such as Maryland’s State Theatre, Baltimore Center Stage, and iMentor, which partners with high schools in communities where the majority of students served will be first-generation college graduates.

She also served as chair of the Moore-Miller Inaugural Committee, whose efforts to promote inclusion contributed to a 30 to 40 percent increase in business for Black-owned businesses during the week of Governor Moore’s inauguration, supported 34 jobs with minority-, women-, and locally-owned businesses, and generated more than $1.5 million in labor income.

Working together, the First Lady and Governor Wes Moore established the Moore Family Foundation to offer “impact grants” to local nonprofits, empowering them to provide thought leadership and organizational support. Under her leadership, the foundation has invested strategically in education, community enrichment, health research and development, veterans organizations, and the arts.

A graduate of the University of Maryland College Park, Dawn holds a degree in Government and Politics and a certificate in Women’s Studies.

Annapolis Home asked the First Lady about the influences that have shaped her journey through life. How did she become a devoted mother, businesswoman, and leader who is so wise and full of insight? Able to handle and manage power in its simplest and most complex forms with kindness, judicial balance, and grace? The woman we see today who extends a personal welcome to us all and reminds us that the Governor’s mansion is our house too?

In the following letter, the First Lady highlights the fact that she comes from a family of advocates who believe in the importance of unions. And how, as a young child, she observed her mother, Pandore Flythe’s vocations as an advocate and mother, with a huge and powerful heart.

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“My husband and I know how important this moment is for our state. As a family, we are honored to serve and we want to inspire others to do the same.”
- Dawn Flythe Moore

Dear Annapolis Home Readers,

Thank you for welcoming our entire family to the beautiful city of Annapolis. We are grateful for your support and the many acts of kindness we’ve received since moving into Government House.

Like my husband, I have been a public servant my entire life, and it is my honor to serve as your First Lady. My priority is to lift up the progress made for Maryland during this administration. I’ll have a deep focus on my passions—advocating for women, economic prosperity for all Marylanders, and supporting opportunities through the arts.

My inspiration is my mother, Pandore Flythe. Her fight, her strength, and the love she has for her children and grandchildren is unmatched.

I come from a union family, and my parents stressed the importance of being involved and making a difference in the lives of others. From my mother, I learned the importance of advocacy which sparked my passion to be a champion for my community.

My mother continues to leave a lasting impact on my life. She is a wonderful example of a great woman, mother and civil servant.

My husband and I know how important this moment is for our state. As a family, we are honored to serve and we want to inspire others to do the same.

As your First Lady, I will fervently support this administration in its goal to leave no one behind, create a more equitable and inclusive state, and provide economic prosperity for all Marylanders.

I am honored to be part of this issue of Annapolis Home Magazine and allow readers a glimpse into our new home. It is my hope that Marylanders from every part of the state will have the opportunity to visit Government House and meet our family.

Dawn Flythe Moore Dawn Flythe Moore with Governor Wes Moore and her family during the inauguration ceremony on January 18, 2023.

A revered figure and an unintimidated force in American history, Harriet Tubman dedicated her life to the causes of abolition, suffrage, and human rights. Born into slavery on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, Tubman escaped to freedom in 1849 but made 20 return trips over the following decade to help more than 300 other enslaved people through the Underground Railroad. This bronze bust by artist Brendan O’Neill entered the Government House’s art collection in 2015 to celebrate Tubman’s legacy of fighting for freedom.

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A bust of Harriet Tubman is displayed in the Colonial-style Georgian living room of the Governor’s Mansion, newly titled “The Harriet Tubman Room.” This room, once called The Conservatory, is open to the public, as are many other rooms in the Mansion. Photography, Office of the Governor: Patrick Siebert and Joseph Andrucyk
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First Lady of Maryland Dawn Flythe Moore poses on the stairwell in the Mansion’s Grand Entrance Hall. The wall features portraits of former First Ladies, including, most recently, Yumi Hogan.

Presents ANNAPOLIS

THE FACES OF 2023

A celebration of expertise, small businesses, and entrepreneurship. Leading professionals share stories of their distinctive mission and commitment to service.

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DESIGN The Face of

Arlene Critzos founded Interior Concepts, Inc. in 1979 and has created beautiful interiors ever since. Her personal experience— which encompasses European studies, travel, and multiple decorative arts degrees—influences her appeal for international interiors and creates a broad range of design capabilities.

“After decades of life experiences, travel, and influences of global cultures, I pride myself in melding my passion with my client’s vision,” Critzos explains.

She and her team of highly talented designers are known for their impeccable taste, professional manner, and expansive design capabilities. They approach every project by first understanding the client’s needs, quality expectations, budget, and timing. Then they work from concept to completion to balance a homeowner’s lifestyle and design.

Their most recent projects span the style spectrum from wellappointed family homes, beach homes, mountain retreats, large

flats, and estates in some of the most prestigious addresses. They have worked throughout the United States, England, Spain, the Middle East, Malaysia, and China, and they have been published in numerous national and local magazines.

Now in her 44th year in business, Critzos has grown Interior Concepts into a full-service, multi-tiered, award-winning design firm with 60 employees and a 50,000-square-foot warehouse.

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INTERIOR CONCEPTS, INC. 2560 RIVA ROAD, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.224.7366 | INTERIORCONCEPTSINC.COM @INTERIORCONCEPTSINC
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Pictured above top row: Kelly Reese, Megan Perry, Courtney Griffin, Andrea Blamphin | Bottom row: Samantha Sopp-Wittwer, Arlene Critzos, Joyce Pearl | Not pictured: Megan Ligday

BOHL ARCHITECTS ARCHITECTURE The Face of

In 1976, Chip Bohl founded a sole proprietorship in Annapolis, and today that business has grown to encompass an entire team of design professionals in architecture, interiors, and marketing, with a second office in Hudson, New York. These professionals are known for their eclectic, timeless design approach. Whether it is a waterfront or urban setting, they believe houses don’t stand alone— those houses exist in an ever-changing landscape, and the Bohl team intertwines the two to ensure the inside of a home coexists with the outside environment. From historic preservation and renovations to custom modern art houses, the Bohl team strives to create spaces of pure delight for their clients. The Bohl experience is unique in that they take their clients on a journey of architectural exploration, leaving them not only with a home that is entirely

attuned to their needs and wants, but with a better understanding of how their collaboration with them brought the space to life. To ensure that every detail is aligned with the clients’ expectations, Bohl incorporates virtual reality technology in each phase, allowing their clients to fully immerse themselves in the space and get a realistic feel for how their soon to be home will function.

BOHL ARCHITECTS 67 FRANKLIN STREET ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.263.2200 | BOHLARCHITECTS.COM
From left to right: Angela Healy, Jessica Giovachino, Teigen Eilertsen, Jennifer Martella, and Chip Bohl

GREG YOUNGER CUSTOM BUILDING The Face of

Greg Younger discovered he had a gift for craftsmanship and a talent for understanding how to remodel a home to fit a client’s needs when he was growing up working with his father in the construction business. Greg loved the satisfaction he felt when he completed a project and his clients were overjoyed with the results. To him, there was no better feeling. Today, Greg still works to achieve those same results in his role as founder and owner of Younger Construction, based in Annapolis.

Handling residential construction and light commercial construction, his company specializes in custom homes, renovations, additions, and kitchens and bathrooms in Anne Arundel, Prince George’s, and Queen Anne’s counties.

Before any work starts, Greg meets with potential clients to discuss their desires and vision. He listens to their expectations of the design, timeline, and budget. Greg’s infectious energy helps clients overcome their fears and get excited about the project.

After Greg gets to know the client’s needs, he helps them select a design they will be happy with in the long run. Even before the work has begun, clients are amazed at the process. Greg and his

detail-oriented crew do not cut any corners. They pride themselves on being perfectionists and they understand the importance of clean lines. Above all, they strive to meet and exceed all client expectations.

Greg checks in with his clients regularly to make sure they are happy with how the project is going. This personal touch engages clients and enables them to be part of the process. Instead of feeling like a chore, the project feels more like a fun hobby. Seeing the look of joy on a client’s face when a job is complete is what attracted Greg to the business decades ago. Today, it’s still his favorite part of the job.

YOUNGER CONSTRUCTION
PATUXENT RIVER ROAD
MD 21035
| YOUNGERCONSTRUCTION.COM
3175
DAVIDSONVILLE,
410.626.8602

TONY & FRANK INANLOO CARPET & FLOORING The

Stepping into Annapolis Carpet & Flooring’s beautiful showroom is to enter a world of possibilities. Father and son team, Frank and Tony Inanloo offer the latest in wall-to-wall carpet and custom stair runners as well as hardwood, tile and luxury vinyl flooring, and area rugs.

Frank, Tony and their highly trained staff welcome homeowners, designers, and builders. From creating a welcoming entryway to defining living space, making an inviting family room, or protecting high-traffic areas, their wide selection of products and price points means customers can find flooring for every room in the house in a single shopping trip. With over 30 years in the business, Frank and Tony can advise on the right product for every situation.

THEY OFFER FULL INSTALLATION WITH A LIFETIME INSTALLATION GUARANTEE.

“A new spring means a fresh start—and why shouldn’t it?” asks Frank. “There has never been a better time to take inventory, to take a moment and focus on what’s next,” he adds. If what’s next for you is a new carpet or flooring, stop by Annapolis Carpet & Flooring and ask for Frank or Tony.

“Your vision is our mission!”

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ANNAPOLIS CARPET & FLOORING AMERICA 300 CHINQUAPIN ROUND ROAD ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 | 410.777.5800 ANNAPOLISCARPETANDFLOORS.COM
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EASTERN SHORE CUSTOM HOMES

Easton-based Focus Construction provides distinctive custom homes and renovations on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Founded in Talbot County nearly 20 years ago, Focus works from Kent County to Dorchester County and everywhere in between, with extensive experience in Easton, St. Michaels, and Oxford. Their Eastern Shore focus provides competence in navigating regulatory and technical challenges facing waterfront building on the Eastern Shore. Their highly skilled teams are made up of local craftsmen and project managers who live and work on the Eastern Shore.

Focus Construction’s core expertise is in the comprehensive project management of their services. Each project, regardless of size, is assigned a dedicated team to budget, schedule, coordinate, and deliver all aspects of the complex building process. A background in civil engineering provides an adept bridge between the many disciplines that contribute to a highly appointed custom home.

Focus is committed to ensuring each client’s building experience is both enjoyable and exceptional, and believes in the power and value of culture, relationships, and customer service. That culture permeates through all parties—clients, architects, landscape architects, interior designers, various consultants, engineers, vendors, and Focus Construction’s internal team of project managers and carpenters.

Visit focus-construction.net to learn more and see Focus Construction’s portfolio.

208 EAST DOVER STREET EASTON, MD 21601

410.690.4900 | FOCUS-CONSTRUCTION.NET

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ECO-LUXE GIFTING

ALI MULAGA

With a highly curated selection of design-driven, eco-conscious goods, Green & Bean offers products that are simultaneously luxurious, unique, ethical, and sustainable. Their ultimate goal is to save you the time and effort it takes to find the perfect gift. When you walk out of Green & Bean, you do so knowing that the items you’ve chosen have been sourced with care, made to last, and will be received with as much love and enthusiasm as was given.

Having held various roles in both retail and sustainable industries for the past 10 years, founder Ali Mulaga established Green & Bean with the philosophy that luxurious products and eco-conscious sensibilities can coexist harmoniously. Green & Bean carries a variety of goods— from luxurious stationery, including notecards upcycled from the Museum of Modern Art, to handblown glass, compostable gift wrapping, and high-end vegan leather produced from cacti and apples—but what they all have in common is their

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dedication to ethics, the environment, its people, and crafting beautiful products with longevity.

Using her background in journalism, Ali writes profiles for each of the brands the shop carries, and does occasional interviews with the makers, which are posted on the Green & Bean website.

They also offer in-house services for gift wrapping, corporate gifting, and personal shopping. Stop by their location in the Annapolis Town Center or visit their website for more details.

1915 TOWNE CENTER BLVD., UNIT 120, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401

GREENBEANBOUTIQUE.COM

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The Spa by P ro MD Health

Skin Coaches, Kelly and Katarina, offer advanced skincare regimens that utilize cutting-edge technology, techniques, and ingredients to rejuvenate your skin, enhance your complexion, and boost your self-confidence at The Spa by ProMD Health. Between the two of them, Kelly and Katarina have over two decades of medical aesthetics and skincare experience.

The Spa’s revolutionary results are centered around the awardwinning HydraFacial technology, which is a non-invasive, multi-step facial treatment that combines exfoliation, extraction, hydration, and protection. The Spa also offers a wide range of other treatments and services, including dermaplaning, microneedling, and chemical peels. The Spa’s Skin Coaches ensure that every client receives personalized care and tailor their treatments to suit individual skin concerns, lifestyle, and preferences.

And for proof of The Spa’s success, you need look no further than the results. By giving clients access to custom-made products and cutting-edge medicine, The Spa’s team achieves what no other practice in the field can. Patients also get to participate in the philanthropic mission of the practice’s charity foundation, ProMD Helps, which gives patients the ability to support the local community by contributing to civic events and providing goods

and services for silent auctions. In this way, The Spa is improving the lives of patients not only inside the four walls of its location but also out in the community.

Good skin health is not just about looking good, but it’s also essential for overall well-being. Kelly and Katarina offer a unique blend of advanced technology, expert guidance, and personalized care that delivers transformative results.

The Spa by ProMD Health

116 DEFENSE HWY, SUITE 302 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.449.2060 | ProMDHealth.com

INSTAGRAM: @ ProMDHealth

FACEBOOK: ProMD Health

From left to right: Katarina Markulin, Master Aesthetician and Kelly Battista, RN

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P ro MD H ealth

The providers at ProMD Health focus on sharing the gift of beauty and wellness to help their patients Look Younger and Feel Younger. Dr. George Gavrila has curated a team of the most talented professionals in the industry. The practice is continuously focused on training and perfecting the latest technology and technique. It’s an environment where every provider is an expert artisan with the sole focus on the outcome for each individual patient.

ProMD Health specializes in cutting-edge and in-demand procedures, including Botox, dermal fillers, laser treatments, thread lifts, hormone optimization therapy, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. They tout some of the most advanced devices such as HydraFacial, Sciton Halo, and Emsculpt Neo. ProMD Health uses its complete suite of treatments to cater to each patient’s unique needs to help them Look Younger on the outside and Feel Younger on the inside. Whether your goals are prevention, treating a skin condition, looking like you did 10 years ago, or feeling like you did 10 years ago, ProMD Health has something for everyone.

ProMD’s work goes beyond patient services and even encompasses philanthropic efforts, including its own charitable foundation, ProMD Helps. Through these efforts, the team supports PTAs, unions, and community events.

Dr. Gavrila considers his greatest business accomplishment to be the culture and people. “We work really well together as a team, and our patients see it not only in their experience during their appointment, but in the outcomes and results they achieve with us,” he says. ProMD is continuously training, growing, and improving to bring the ProMD Health experience to more people. When you give ProMD a try, you will understand why the ProMD experience is unlike anything else in aesthetics.

ProMD Health

116 DEFENSE HWY, SUITE 302

ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.449.2060 | ProMDHealth.com

INSTAGRAM: @ ProMDHealth

FACEBOOK: ProMD Health

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From left to right: Victoria Thursby, RN, George Gavrila, MD, Skyla Barnett, CRNP, and Amy Fleming, PA-C

TREVOR HARSSON BUILDING MATERIALS The Face of

84 Lumber is the nation’s largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry-leading services for single- and multi-family residences and commercial buildings. But they are more than just building materials. The Annapolis location specializes in windows and doors, installation, and kitchen and bath design services.

Store manager Trevor Harsson combines passion with practicality to provide a personalized experience for each customer from start to finish. Harsson began his career with 84 Lumber in 2021 and brings a fresh perspective and unique expertise to the Annapolis location.

“I came into 84 Lumber with an open mind, ready to find a company and a career that fit my goals,” Harsson says. “84 Lumber

opened a world of opportunity for me, and I’m thrilled to continue my journey in Annapolis.”

Harsson and his team are ready to help you tackle your next home project with their newly renovated kitchen and bath design studio.

84 LUMBER ANNAPOLIS 1690 BALTIMORE ANNAPOLIS BLVD. ARNOLD, MD 21012 410.757.4684 | 84LUMBER.COM

RICK JAKLITSCH PERSONAL INJURY LAW The Face of

What is the Jaklitsch Law Group?

In 1999, Rick founded the Jaklitsch Law Group with the goal of creating the number one personal injury firm in the state. Established on family principles, valuing open communication, trust, and empathy, the Jaklitsch Law Group quickly garnered a reputation for superior client service and case results. Today, the firm handles the most serious and catastrophic injury cases, and its four award-winning lawyers have become synonymous with significant settlements and verdicts for the seriously injured. This track record of success has repeatedly earned the Jaklitsch Law Group national awards and recognition, and is another reason why What’s Up? Annapolis is again recognizing Rick and his firm as Annapolis’ Face of Personal Injury Law.

Who is Rick Jaklitsch?

Rick is a nationally-acclaimed trial lawyer known for his unique style and massive verdicts. The son of a nurse and aerospace electrical engineer and one of nine children, Rick grew up in a modest home in nearby Baltimore. A father of two sons and husband to Judge Michele Jaklitsch, family values are the driving force and motivation behind Rick as a lawyer. The former Terrapin Club President and University of Maryland alumni can often be

found on the pickleball courts of Annapolis or cheering at any University of Maryland game.

Why is Rick The Face of Personal Injury Law?

Rick is widely regarded as one of the most decorated legal practitioners in the country. A lifetime member of many of the nation’s most prestigious groups of trial lawyers, Rick has received the highest possible peer-review ranking for legal ability and ethics. Rick has handled hundreds of cases resulting in 6- and 7-figure awards for his clients, and has a deep understanding of the effect devastating injuries have on his clients and their loved ones. Known as “The Big Dog,” Rick’s career-long commitment to his community and clients has once again earned him the title of Annapolis’ Face of Personal Injury Law.

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UPPER MARLBORO (TOLL FREE) 855.BIG.DOG1
THE
LAW GROUP ANNAPOLIS |
(ANNAPOLIS) 410.268.2801 BIGDOGLAW.COM

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WATERFRONT REAL ESTATE

BRAD KAPPEL

Brad Kappel, Executive Vice President with TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, is the #1 Waterfront Real Estate Agent in Maryland. Brad has been serving residents of Anne Arundel County and the Eastern Shore for fifteen years in real estate, home construction and renovation. This experience allows him to offer authentic insight into each property’s current condition, value and potential.

Brad is grateful for the clients, colleagues, friends, and family who supported his success throughout his career and he is honored and grateful to have his achievements awarded with the distinction of joining the Top 100 Agents/Teams WORLDWIDE with Sotheby’s International Realty. Brad adheres to the philosophy that clients deserve nothing short of excellence. From the initial meeting to navigating important decisions and the final settlement transaction, Brad works diligently to ensure 100% customer satisfaction.

Brad doesn’t just sell the waterfront lifestyle—he lives it! The Kappel family has called Annapolis home for three generations. When he’s not pursuing his passion in real estate, he is exploring the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay by boat or paddle board or spending time with his wife, two children and golden retriever at their home on the Severn River.

Visit BradKappel.com and tour his Luxury Property Portfolio

Make Your Move with Brad!

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TTR | SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 209 MAIN STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 M. 410.279.9476 | O. 410.280.5600 | BRADKAPPEL.COM

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Dr. Emily Clarke-Pearson and her amazing team at Charm City Plastic Surgery have some exciting news for 2023! They are expanding to a new larger office in historic Fells Point, Baltimore. The new office will allow Dr. Clarke-Pearson to offer additional skincare and surgical services in a beautifully decorated boutique space. Warmth and compassion will always be central to her personalized care—she looks forward to welcoming you to the new office. She and her team will help you make a plan to feel great about the way you look—with an emphasis on keeping things looking fresh and natural.

CHARM CITY PLASTIC SURGERY 949 FELL STREET, SUITE B BALTIMORE, MD 21231 443.885.9644 CHARMCITYPLASTICSURGERY.COM
MD
EMILY CLARKE-PEARSON,

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LUXURY HANDCRAFTED HOMES

PAUL MUELLER JR.

Paul Mueller Jr. has grown up in the custom home building industry and today serves as the president of Mueller Homes. His team has a reputation for excellence, strong traditional values, and award-winning homes.

Paul was proud to be recognized by Professional Builder Magazine and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as a “40 Under 40 Rising Star,” and Mueller Homes projects have consistently been featured in local and national publications.

“Our primary focus is the client experience,” Mueller reflects.

“We believe in developing a collaborative relationship with our clients and architects, to not only build their home but create a transparent process that provides a memorable and enjoyable client experience.”

With more than 30 years in business, Mueller has developed a diverse team of on-staff finish carpenters, painters, and a wood

shop to serve their clients’ needs. The wood shop operates as a stand-alone sister company, Charles Henry Woodworking, with craftsmen who can design and fabricate custom cabinetry, builtins, and commissioned furniture for Mueller’s clients and other trade professionals. These resources add tremendous value and customization options for Mueller’s projects.

Mueller Homes builds luxury custom homes in Maryland, specializing in waterfront properties. For more information visit www.muellerhomes.com or follow @muellerhomesinc.

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MUELLER HOMES 202 LEGION AVENUE, SUITE 4 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.549.4444 | MUELLERHOMES.COM

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LANDMARK ROOFING ROOFING, WINDOWS & SIDING

Artie Hendricks and Rob Calhan, co-owners of Landmark Roofing, have a long history together. They grew up in Annapolis, graduated from Annapolis High School, were best man at each other’s weddings (both of their wives’ names are Melissa!), and decided to start a business together.

In eight years, Landmark has emerged as a fast-growing, progressive, lean-forward company that focuses on providing the highestquality roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and door products throughout Central Maryland.

Landmark sets itself apart from other roofing and siding companies in several ways. Landmark’s attention to detail and quality has earned them the highest certification level possible from GAF— the President’s Club Award, which only 2% of roofing contractors in the United States qualify for. Landmark Roofing has also earned the James Hardie Elite Preferred certification, which is based on rigid standards, including quality installations and customer reviews. Landmark is proud of its certification levels and online reviews, as these are essential for any company to have when you are considering your roofing and siding needs.

Landmark has also recently expanded its service area to now include Queen Anne’s County. Additionally, Landmark now offers flat or low-slope commercial roofing solutions focusing on the TPO process.

Landmark Roofing has a fundamental business principle to give back to the community. Annually, Landmark provides a free roof for a family in need. Landmark recently has also been a major sponsor for the Anne Arundel County Food Bank’s Feeding Hope event, as well as sponsoring the Wellness House of Annapolis. They are also members of the Annapolis Chamber of Commerce. Hendricks and Calhan are driven to help and support by giving back to their community wherever and whenever they can.

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Artie Hendricks and Rob Calhan, Photo by Amanda Paige Photography
LANDMARK ROOFING 540 BALTIMORE ANNAPOLIS BLVD. SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146 443.223.7453 | ROOFINGBYLANDMARK.COM

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ADU

ADU, Your Appliance Source, has been giving customers an excellent experience since 1982. Keeping up with the latest design trends and modern connected appliances, ADU has recently updated all eight of its showrooms with the latest appliances available across Maryland, Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.

After more than 40 years in business, ADU is still the prime destination for homeowners, builders, kitchen designers, contractors, and property managers. They specialize in providing complete kitchen appliance packages, making the whole process a little bit easier. Additionally, unlike retail showrooms, their displays showcase how the appliances might look in a home, giving their customers the best inspiration for their dream kitchen.

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APPLIANCES
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JOHN JOHNSON DESIGN/BUILD The Face of

Designing a home remodel with an addition, an additional story, or a custom home should be exciting and fun for a client—that’s the philosophy of John Johnson, founder and president of Creative Spaces Remodeling, a design-build firm located in Annapolis. And that’s why Johnson created his proven 10-Step process to ensure he and his team deliver smart design, quality craftsmanship, and superior communication.

CSR specializes in delivering this with in-house architecture, product specialists, interior and exterior designers, and a production team passionate about bringing it all together to create your new home. Their specialty is waterfront homes, and it all starts with listening very carefully to clients’ needs and desires first before designing.

Johnson has been in the building industry for more than 30 years and was a carpenter by trade. In the beginning, he started working for a commercial contractor as a laborer and worked his

way up to superintendent, building some of the finest restaurants in D.C., churches, renovating hotels, and working on the White House. But it was when he was asked to start doing work for the executive’s personal homes that Johnson’s true passion took shape as a residential builder. “I love what I do,” Johnson says. “I just do.” Johnson’s passion is to take your existing home and turn it into something truly extraordinary. Or take your vision and create a custom home that inspires, excites, and enhances your quality of life.

CREATIVE SPACES REMODELING 818 E. COLLEGE PARKWAY ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409 410.541.1268 | REMODELTHEBAY.COM

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REAL ESTATE

JENNIFER CHINO

As a real estate professional, Jennifer Chino focuses on delivering unparalleled service that exceeds her clients’ expectations. She takes immense pride in her proficiency to discover exclusive off-market properties that cater to her clients’ distinctive preferences and demands. She acknowledges that buying or selling a property can be a stressful and emotional experience, and it is her commitment to make this journey as smooth and effortless as possible for her clients.

For Jennifer, luxury is not just a price point but a level of service that she is committed to providing to each and every client. From the first consultation to the closing of the deal, she is dedicated to ensuring that her clients receive the highest level of service and attention to detail. She believes every client deserves a personalized approach tailored to their specific needs, and she strives to exceed their expectations every step of the way.

Luxury real estate is not just about waterfront properties or multimillion-dollar homes. It’s about providing a level of service that goes above and beyond what is expected. It’s about listening to clients, understanding their goals, and working tirelessly to help them achieve their real estate objectives. Whether her clients are buying or selling, Jennifer is committed to delivering the luxury experience they deserve.

STAHLEY THOMPSON HOMES TTR | SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY ANNAPOLIS BROKERAGE: 209 MAIN STREET, ANNAPOLIS MD M. 443.494.9091 | O. 410.280.5600 STAHLEYTHOMPSONHOMES.COM
LUXURY

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KITCHEN DESIGN

It’s been more than 40 years since Mark T. White, Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer (CMKBD), a native Annapolitan, established Kitchen Encounters. In that time, the company has garnered a reputation for creative designs, quality cabinetry, and outstanding customer service.

The team of designers are all Certified Kitchen and Bath Designers (CKBD) by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA). They use their Interactive Design Process, developed by White himself, to guide clients to the best design solution for their home and family needs.

The company has earned numerous design awards and their work has appeared in dozens of regional and national publications as well as having been featured on HGTV. In 2022 Mark White was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award during the Annapolis Home Magazine’s Builder and Fine Design Awards banquet.

The designers partner with some of the finest architects, interior designers, builders, and suppliers in the area.

Kitchen Encounters’ unique design studio is a ‘50s Cape Cod house situated in the heart of the Annapolis Design District, and they are one of the founding members. The showroom features vignettes of cabinets in varying styles, finishes, and price ranges. Each display showcases clever designs for challenging spaces.

Appointments are recommended but visitors can stop by 10:00AM–5:00PM Monday through Friday, or view a video tour on the website at kitchenencounters.biz.

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KITCHEN ENCOUNTERS 202 LEGION AVENUE ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.263.4900 | KITCHENENCOUNTERS.BIZ KITCHEN ENCOUNTERS
From left to right, Mark T. White, Owner, CMKBD, Krissy Klingenberger, Designer, CKBD, Tracy McGuinness, Designer, CKBD, Cathy Terranova, Designer/Sales Manager, CKBD, Allied ASID

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Yourfinancialfuture . Few things are as important or as intimidating to contemplate. From wealth management to retirement planning, handling your money isn’t a trip you should plan to take alone.

Greg Ostrowski understands this and develops strategies to address each client’s unique situation. His overarching goal is to provide visibility on a client’s “big picture,” so they can make proactive decisions. For those just starting to accumulate wealth, it might mean prioritizing and automating savings. For those nearing retirement, this might mean mapping out an income strategy—it’s one thing to save and grow assets, but another thing entirely to make a plan for assets to last.

As a long-time Annapolitan, Greg was the youngest of five children in a Navy family; his wife, Sabrina, is an accountant in Annapolis; his sister owns Weems Creek Nursery School in West Annapolis, where his brother also owns Redds Automotive. Greg and Sabrina have four children—Patrick, Evangeline, Everett and Amelia.

Greg holds a degree in finance from Villanova University. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional, a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, and a Behavioral Financial Advisor™. Greg also serves as a Forbes contributor.

Over the years Greg has been recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 Registered Investment Advisor by WealthManagement.com,

featured in Baltimore Magazine as a ten-time Five Star Wealth Manager and voted “Best Financial Advisor” in The Capital ’s Reader’s Choice awards four times. He has also been named a “Recommended Financial Planner” in Chesapeake Family Life magazine in both 2019 and 2021.

Greg and his wife, Sabrina, serve as members of the Building Traditions Society Leadership Advisory Council at Anne Arundel Medical Center, supporting vital new programs at AAMC. Greg also serves on the St. Mary’s Alumni Association board.

Getting to know you, your hopes, and your goals is an essential element in the wealth management equation. Creating strong client relationships is the foundation of Greg’s work.

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SCARBOROUGH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT 1906 TOWNE CENTRE BLVD, SUITE 260, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.972.2525 | SCMADVICE.COM
OSTROWSKI MANAGING PARTNER Securities offered through Independent Financial Group, LLC (IFG), a registered broker-dealer. Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Scarborough Capital Management, a federally registered investment Adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. IFG and Scarborough Capital Management are unaffiliated entities.
FINANCIAL PLANNING GREGORY

CREATIVE KITCHENS The Face of

SOLUTIONS, INC.

Design Solutions, Inc., led by Joni Zimmerman, has been at the forefront of the Annapolis design community for more than 35 years. Joni, with more than 40 years’ experience in design and architecture, and Andrea Wheeler, with more than 15 years in the kitchen and bath field, work both collaboratively and independently to design and help clients create spaces reflecting their own personal style that function well for their lifestyle.

Joni, drawing on experience with psychology and human dynamics, designs in layers, adding detail and interest to create spaces that are timelessly classic yet surprising and refreshing. Unique spatial challenges and redesign are some of her specialties.

Andrea, with training in art and design, brings an unexpected combination of shapes, colors, and textures to create balanced

environments. Both designers are adamant about selecting elements truly reflecting their clients’ preferences, subtly guided by trends yet thoughtfully designed to remain relevant for years. Always on the lookout for unusual materials and clever uses, Joni and Andrea strive to stay ahead of current design directions.

Joni Zimmerman, CKD, CBD, and Andrea Wheeler
DESIGN SOLUTIONS, INC. ANNAPOLIS, MD 410.757.6100 | DSIKITCHENS.COM DESIGN

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In April 2022, Kate Ries, ASLA, took over as sole owner of the respected landscape architecture firm CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects. The firm has won numerous awards and has been published in countless books, magazines, and newspapers.

What makes her business unique? “We look at each project as a blank slate,” Ries explains. Using nature as their tools, she and her team tell a story through their designs. Each project is a blend of artistry and practical components balanced with the site ecology. Colorful plantings, sculpture, and unique elements connect with the emotions of those experiencing the spaces.

CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects is grounded in creating relationships with their clients. Their work goes on even after the last shovel goes in the ground. Besides site design, they provide maintenance reviews and garden consultation, as well as seasonal work that enhances the project sites and keeps them looking their best.

“Our firm is licensed contractors, which gives us the ability to build our designs,” Ries says. “We are able to keep the design in the designers’ hands through the entire process.”

This business is so important for Ries and the team to create meaningful spaces for clients, their families, and friends to enjoy for many years.

CLINTON+RIES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS 5200 BALTIMORE AVENUE, SUITE 201 HYATTSVILLE, MD 20781 301.699.5600 | CLINTONRIESLA.COM KATE RIES CLINTON+RIES
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

DAVID ORSO REAL ESTATE The Face of

You deserve the best...so hire the best.

If real estate agents charge about the same fee, then why wouldn’t you hire the absolute best to represent you? Similar fees with different client outcomes doesn’t seem fair. The market has shifted, and the stakes have been raised, which makes it paramount to hire the professional you deserve—the very best in their field. David Orso is celebrating his 20th year in real estate, which has led to a curated system for maximum client outcomes for both sellers and buyers. Since 2013, David Orso has been the No. 1 agent in Anne Arundel County for total real estate sales. This unprecedented accomplishment is wholly due to his CEO-level marketing and negotiation skills combined with his deep commitment to superior client outcomes.

When asked his secret to year-over-year elite performance, he stated, “When my clients win, I win. Always in that order.”

This new market requires more than glamour shots and a couple of good years during the real estate boom. Now is the time to evaluate your potential real estate representation closely and dig deep into their experience in challenging markets.

You deserve the best...so hire the best.

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DAVID ORSO OF BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES PENFED REALTY 1997 ANNAPOLIS EXCHANGE, ANNAPOLIS 8 EVERGREEN ROAD, SEVERNA PARK C. 443.691.0838 | O. 443.372.7171 DAVIDORSO.COM

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CLINICAL & COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY

Dr. Molly Walterhoefer is a board-certified dermatologist with formal training in cosmetics. She started her career at a renowned practice in the D.C. area, but after recognizing the need for nonprivate equity-based dermatology care in Annapolis, she opened her private practice, Current Dermatology and Cosmetic Center, in 2022. She is committed to providing patients with direct access to expert dermatologic care led by board-certified doctors, and her mission is to ensure that all your medical and cosmetic needs are addressed seamlessly at one convenient location.

Dr. Molly’s state-of-the-art office and wide range of treatment offerings are a testament to her values of professionalism and innovation. She is the area’s only provider of many of the

industry’s most advanced medical and aesthetic technologies, including AviClear Acne Laser, Sofwave Skin Tightening, and the revolutionary Ellacor Non-Surgical Facelift. In an industry of abundance, her practice stands to be the area’s premier, simplified skin care destination.

CURRENT DERMATOLOGY AND COSMETIC CENTER 810 BESTGATE ROAD, SUITE 450 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.384.3045 | CURRENTDERM.COM
MOLLY WALTERHOEFER, MD

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EXTERIOR HOME RENOVATIONS

FICHTNER HOME EXTERIORS

With their hard work, knowledge, skill, honesty, commitment, pride, and integrity, the installation team behind Fichtner Home Exteriors has been voted by the community for Best Roofing, Siding, Windows and Doors for many years. And the commitment of these employees means Fichtner Home Exteriors has been able to continue delivering the quality of service and workmanship synonymous with its business name for nearly 30 years.

As one recent customer says, “I was very impressed with how hardworking all of your guys are, in terms of showing up early, working consistently, and staying until the job was done. … Everyone was courteous and pleasant to talk to, and they all took pride in what they were doing.”

Over the years, Fichtner has become known as the best and most knowledgeable exterior improvement company in the area. As a

testament to their commitment to excellence and continuing education, they have earned the distinctions of being a GAF Master Elite Shingle Contractor, James Hardie Elite Preferred Siding Contractor, Marvin Authorized Replacement Window Contractor, and Firestone Red Shield Contractor.

If you are considering an exterior remodel, call Fichtner Home Exteriors.

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FICHTNER HOME EXTERIORS 1872 BETSON AVENUE ODENTON, MD 21113 410.519.1900 | FICHTNEREXTERIORS.COM

PETITBON ALARM COMPANY HOME SECURITY The Face of

Richie Petitbon is the owner and president of Petitbon Alarm Company, founded in 1991.

His son Richie Petitbon III, business development specialist, joined the team in 2020 after earning his master’s at Alabama and Illinois. Petitbon’s principles were founded upon the golden rule, highlighted by no long-term contracts and the most elite service in the industry. The company’s five-star reviews demonstrate commitment to service and excellence.

Every Petitbon team member is a licensed employee who lives in our community. Most have been on staff for over a decade, many for much longer!

The company’s tagline, “Defense—A Family Tradition,” is a nod to Richie’s father, Richie Petitbon Sr., whose name you may recognize

as a former NFL player and one of the top defensive football coordinators of his time.

Richie often says, “My dad designed defense for the Redskins, and we design defense for your home and business.”

36 The Faces of Annapolis PETITBON ALARM COMPANY 2151 PRIEST BRIDGE DRIVE, SUITE 41 CROFTON, MD 21114 301.858.0820 | PETITBON.COM

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& HOME RENOVATIONS

BLUE STAR PAINT AND PROPERTY

What began as a residential painting company 16 years ago has grown into a regional operation offering commercial painting services, cabinet refinishing, and high-end sprayed finishes. Blue Star’s Property Service Division, formed in 2013, excels in design and implementation of custom kitchen and bathroom renovations, custom carpentry, and full home remodels.

Blue Star’s ability to offer services and handle all phases of a project has allowed for efficient execution and streamlined management. This adds value in terms of lower cost, expedited completion and having a single point of contact for a multi-trade project.

“We are a paint and renovation company, but we are in the business of people,” explains owner Will Sheils.

Happy clients come from happy employees. Most of Blue Star’s employees have been with them for years—a true sign of success in today’s market. Blue Star has also added key employees to handle

customer care to ensure that communication and level of finish remain high through from the estimation process until the final walk through. Their priority is to not only deliver on a finished project their customers are happy with, but also a process that is enjoyable and exciting!

Blue Star thanks their existing clients for their continual business and looks forward to welcoming new clients!

BLUE STAR PAINT AND PROPERTY SERVICES 135 GIBRALTER AVENUE ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 443.949.9156 | BLUESTARPAINT.COM
CUSTOM PAINTING

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AND CRYSTAL DÉCOR

SARA BRYKI

Sara Bryki, owner of Bryki Gallery, is passionate about not only offering the highest-quality crystals and crystal décor, but also teaching others how to incorporate these earth treasures into homes, workspaces, and everyday lives.

With more than 15 years of experience, she knows the impact crystals and crystal décor can have in cultivating spaces that feel amazing and nurture the soul. She is a firm believer that a crystal’s value lies in its aesthetic beauty, its uplifting energy, and the connection it provides. “More and more, we need our homes to be our sanctuaries,” she says. “Crystals can help you to create a sanctuary that is personal to you and your family. The possibilities are endless!”

What sets the Bryki Gallery apart is a combination of handselected crystals and crystal décor, an extremely knowledgeable

team of experts, and their commitment to providing a wonderful experience.

Sara and her team strive to make the gallery a destination for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of and appreciation for what crystals have to offer. Their in-person and online experiences offer unique opportunities to explore everything crystals can bring, from their beauty and improving the energy health of your home to their energetic properties and spiritual significance.

38 The Faces of Annapolis BRYKI GALLERY 741 GENERALS HIGHWAY, SUITE 107 MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108 410.570.8982 | BRYKIGALLERY.COM
CRYSTALS

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Dr. Mairead M. O’Reilly is a world renowned, trusted, board certified orthodontist, with years of experience in the Annapolis, Maryland community. She and her staff are committed to providing the highest quality care in a warm and welcoming state-of-the-art facility, equipped with the latest in digital and CBCT technology. Their mission is to exceed their patients’ expectations—children, adolescents and adults alike—with a fun and fresh approach, one that focuses on caring and knowledgeable attention. Her broad experience in the orthodontic field also includes children with craniofacial anomalies, as well as adults with complex multidisciplinary needs.

Dr. O’Reilly is the ONLY board certified orthodontist in our area to earn Invisalign’s Top 1% Diamond Plus status, awarded because of her clinical acumen and extensive experience with Invisalign. She would be delighted to welcome you for a complimentary consultation!

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MAIREAD M. O’REILLY, DDS, MS, PA 888 BESTGATE ROAD, SUITE 301 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.266.0025 | ANNAPOLISORTHO.COM
ORTHODONTICS DR. MAIREAD M. O’REILLY INVISALIGN ® | ORTHODONTICS | DENTOFACIAL ORTHOPAEDICS

JAMES KING HOSPITALITY The Face of

James King, Founder and CEO of Titan Hospitality Group, which owns and operates The Blackwall Hitch (Annapolis, MD & Alexandria, VA), The Blackwall Barn & Lodge (Gambrills, MD), and Smashing Grapes Kitchen & Wine Bar (Annapolis, MD & Gambrills, MD) has emerged as a true Titan of the restaurant industry.

The former State Delegate, who is still frequently spotted in the halls of the State House advising current elected officials on small business matters, has fostered powerful relationships with key decision-makers on both sides of the aisle. As President of the Maryland Restaurant Coalition, King led the successful fight to keep restaurants open during the pandemic, keeping thousands of county residents employed.

Beginning with his work ethic and his unwavering dedication to establishing a culture in which his employees are considered family, his facilities are tended to as castles and his guests are treated like royalty, King has reinvented the team mentality.

King and Titan Hospitality are making long-term investments in the communities that surround his establishments and in the 400 employees that he was able to retain throughout the pandemic, a feat he is most proud of. “Our employees are equally as important as our guests; without them we have no business model. Our customers can feel that mentality when they dine with us and are extremely appreciative of that mindset,” King said.

King’s restaurant empire continues to expand with the construction of two new restaurants in Howard County’s Merriweather Entertainment District. In September, he will open a 12,000-square-foot Blackwall Barn & Lodge, followed by an 8,000-square-foot Smashing Grapes Kitchen & Wine Bar in January in the same development. King is also in lease negotiations for three additional restaurants that will be announced in the fall of 2023.

Navigating Titan Hospitality through a pandemic, economic challenges, supply chain hurdles, staffing shortages, and inflationary obstacles, King continues to grow his regional footprint and his reputation as a Titan of the Hospitality Industry!

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TITAN HOSPITALITY
TITANHOSPITALITY.COM
2126 ESPY COURT, SUITE D CROFTON, MD 21114 410.721.5416 |

Your home is your sanctuary; you should live in a space that brings you joy. The team at Delbert Adams Construction Group is ready to build, remodel, and maintain a space that elevates your experience of living.

BUILD: Delbert Adams Construction Group builds hand-crafted custom homes with a dedication to excellence, bringing together the industry’s most seasoned professionals with a long-standing tradition of exceptional craftsmanship, outstanding project management, and award-winning spaces defined by artisanship and quality.

REMODEL: As life evolves, your home should adapt with it. From whole-home, one-of-a-kind, remodels and additions to historic renovations, the Delbert Adams Construction Group team is dedicated to crafting spaces that are a reflection of you. Whether lifestyle rooms, kitchens and bathrooms, or outdoor living, we are committed to delivering a house that you love to support your unique needs.

MAINTAIN: Caring for your home can be time-consuming and stressful; our home care division, Gold Seal Services, is here to support you with annual scheduled maintenance, routine repair jobs, and other lifestyle concierge services to keep your home in mint condition all year round.

The Delbert Adams Construction Group team is eager to partner with you to elevate your experience of living!

DELBERT
DELBERT ADAMS CONSTRUCTION GROUP
ELEVATED
ADAMS CONSTRUCTION GROUP The Face of
6305 FALLS ROAD, BALTIMORE, MD 21209 410.583.7575 | DACGLLC.COM
LIVING
Brandon Jones, Adam Peck, Katie Ellis, and Clay Coulston

HOME

Prior to relocating to Maryland and launching Maddox Audio Video Design, Nick Kfoury had already amassed a significant amount of experience, allowing him to hone his technical expertise. Working in home automation, theaters, and home security in the Hamptons on Long Island during the course of his career gave him the opportunity to collaborate with a large number of celebrities and other high-profile clients. Additionally, he had served in the military for a period of time, during which he was educated in such vital values as honesty, dedication, advocacy, respect, and superiority. As a result of these one-of-a-kind experiences, he gained an understanding of the most effective methods to apply technology, and he went on to start his own successful company here in the Mid-Atlantic region. He focuses on providing SMART home technology, entertainment, and networking in addition to AI technology.

What truly distinguishes the Maddox team is how they adapt technology to each client’s lifestyle, taking into account the home’s

design and aesthetic features. Nick explains that the majority of his clients desire concealed home automation and audio/ visual components of superior quality. “We accomplish this with SMART home features that complement or disappear into the home’s architecture, such as concealed speakers, retractable screens, automated blinds, artwork-displaying televisions and custom solutions that take shape for the first time.”

And the highlight? Every aspect of SMART home automation is accessible via a single tablet or smartphone.

NICK KFOURY The
AUDIO VISUAL MADDOX AUDIO VIDEO DESIGN 301.377.2696 | MADDOXAV.COM
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The Face of

MARBLE & TILE

JOHN

“Tile is fashion for your home,” says John Childs, Owner and Founder of Atlas Marble & Tile. John and the team at Atlas approach each customer with the knowledge that their home is probably their most valuable asset. Whether working directly with the homeowner or with their contractor, it is rewarding to help make a home a haven.

Atlas Marble & Tile just celebrated its 30th birthday, from the same office where the business began. They have expanded from one suite to seven but the commitment to customer service remains the same. John attributes much of Atlas’ success to never compromising on customer service.

Atlas still has real people answering the phones, walking the showroom, and helping customers. That level of service has gone out of style in many businesses but not at Atlas.

Besides marble and tile, John’s biggest love is his family, including his wife of over 30 years, Jennifer, and his band Red Betty and The Ruckus—where he plays guitar.

Styles have changed over the last 30 years and the showroom has grown tremendously, but you will still recognize the same oldfashioned commitment to customer service and a job well done.

CHILDS
ATLAS MARBLE & TILE 1244 RITCHIE HWY, SUITE 1 ARNOLD, MD 21012 410.315.8720 | ATLASTILE.COM

Atlas has been a family owned and operated business, fabricating and installing the finest natural and man-made stone projects for almost 25 years. Now led by Frank Damico Jr, Rick Nelson and Sheri Damico. The trio have led the business to new heights, investing heavily in keeping up with the latest technology in the shop, as well as recruiting experienced design consultants, templators, craftsmen and installers. The knowledgeable team follows a thorough, handson process with the customer to ensure the result is exactly what they expect, with no surprises.

Today, Atlas Stone’s boutique showroom in Odenton features stone slabs of every style imaginable. Longstanding relationships with suppliers in Brazil, Italy, India and elsewhere mean Atlas has a constantly evolving inventory of the highest quality classics and the latest trends, including porcelain and quartz. Although they pride themselves on custom jobs, they provide the same quality, service and competitive pricing for all sized projects from a vanity top to an entire house.

Atlas team members work hand-in-hand with clients to select the product that works best for them—from kitchen countertops, to intricate fireplace surrounds, shower walls, showstopping backlit accent walls, commercial applications and more. The proprietary Atlas design process has pushed the company to be the leader in stone fabrication throughout the region, combining personal service with the latest technological advancements. Each project is designed in 3-D with the client, prior to fabrication to ensure smooth installations and scores of happy, repeat customers.

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STONE
ATLAS STONE FABRICATORS 8274 LOKUS ROAD, SUITE 109 ODENTON, MARYLAND 21113 410.672.4111 | ATLASSTONEFABRICATORS.COM
ATLAS STONE FABRICATORS
FABRICATION The Face of
From left to right: Rick Nelson, Sheri Damico, and Frank Damico

CASSIE M c GOVERN INSURANCE The Face of

An award-winning insurance agent and owner of McGovern Insurance Services, Cassie McGovern defines what it means to be a successful agent. More than just a sales producer, she is an agency owner who succeeds because of the passion for what she does and her commitment to professionalism. For her, being an insurance agent is more than a job.

“When I attended my first grueling week-long insurance class almost 25 years ago, I thought insurance would be quite boring,” she says. “But when I took over my first agency in 2008 in Arnold, I found that helping people and educating clients is the reason I have stayed in insurance. I get to help people protect what is most important in their lives. It is incredibly rewarding, and I take my customer’s confidence in me very seriously.”

Little did she know she would manage three agencies in the surrounding area, which have now combined into a single agency location in Severna Park.

“I have some awesome long-term clients that have trusted me with their entire family, and that says a lot about what they think about me as an agent,” she says.

McGovern uses many strategies to streamline office processes and continually adapts to keep up with the ever-changing market and create the best overall experience for customers. She is also busy expanding her partner network to help ensure a client’s best interests and needs are being met—partnerships help us help our mutual clients!

CASSIE M c GOVERN INSURANCE SERVICES 650 RITCHIE HWY, SUITE 301 SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146 410.544.7555

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EASTERN SHORE ARCHITECTURE

CHRISTINE M. DAYTON ARCHITECT, P.A.

Located

Our designs capture the essence of the Eastern Shore lifestyle, whether it is working within a quaint small town or creating indoor/outdoor living spaces that take advantage of waterfront views, or designing for retirement and aging in place. Each project reflects the individuality of each of our clients and their unique Eastern Shore setting.

Known in the building community for producing “buildable designs,” we aim for each of our projects to be creative and distinct. Our attention to detail has rewarded us with many repeat clients. Technology lets us communicate our design concepts and maintain client involvement throughout the design and construction processes.

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in Talbot County for more than 28 years, Christine M. Dayton Architect offers unmatched local knowledge and experience. Christine M. Dayton Architect, P.A. is, at heart, a family. Low staff turnover means the same team has worked together almost continuously, designing noteworthy projects up and down Talbot County’s 600 miles of waterfront.
CHRISTINE M. DAYTON ARCHITECT, P.A. 413B NEEDWOOD AVENUE EASTON, MD 21601 410.822.3130 | CDAYTONARCHITECT.COM
From left to right: Chad Edmondson, Dominic Cappella,Christine Dayton, Joshua Startt, and Bonnie Bassford

GASTROENTEROLOGY The Face of

Over the past 45 years, Anne Arundel Gastroenterology Associates has delivered world-class, high-quality care to its patients. With its conveniently located offices in Annapolis, Stevensville, Odenton, Bowie, Greenbelt, and Pasadena, patients can expect outstanding gastroenterology care from experts in the field.

One of the top surgical centers in the country and No. 2 in Maryland, the gastroenterology practice is known for providing efficient, patient-focused care in a private and comfortable center setting. The highly trained team thoroughly investigates patients’ symptoms—like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and difficulty in swallowing—using advanced tools and technology and offers practical solutions to improve digestive care. Their dedication and professionalism have earned them consistent titles as What’s Up? Media’s top doctors of Annapolis and the Capital Gazette’s Best of Anne Arundel.

Anne Arundel Gastroenterology Associates offers a full spectrum of services to diagnose and treat digestive disorders, including esophageal manometry, colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, radiofrequency ablation, and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).

The gastroenterology practice specializes in the diagnosis and management of many gastrointestinal conditions, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hemorrhoids, gallstones, liver disease, pancreatic disease, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease. Anne Arundel Gastroenterology Associates is a state-of-the-art practice that puts patients’ needs first.

Call the office or visit our website to book an appointment at any of our offices today.

48 The Faces of Annapolis ANNE ARUNDEL GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES 820 BESTGATE ROAD ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.224.2116 | AAGASTRO.COM
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Euna Aesthetics was founded with the goal of not only providing incredible results, but also being a reliable source to help patients navigate the world of aesthetics. With so many treatments and providers available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start and whom to trust. Euna Aesthetics has curated the top treatments and products that its team members have personally tried and truly believe in, with the goal to never upsell a service and send a client on their way. Instead, Euna Aesthetics aims to create a long-lasting, trusting relationship.

When the aesthetics industry is so widely unregulated, customers can count on Euna Aesthetics to provide informed, reliable guidance. The team has a combined 23+ years of cosmetic experience, including plastic surgery, dermatology, and aesthetics. Euna Aesthetics opened in July 2022, offering a full menu of neurotoxins, dermal fillers, medical grade skincare, and laser

treatments. Since then, the practice has welcomed more than 800 patients through its doors and brought on five new modalities, expanded its offerings to include weight management therapies, and broadened to a full range of medical esthetician services.

The Euna Aesthetics team prides itself on prioritizing continuous education and keeping a finger on the pulse of the trade. This focus allows them to situate themselves as a trusted industry authority for their patients and anticipate market trends and demands.

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EUNA AESTHETICS The Face of EUNA AESTHETICS 127 LUBRANO DRIVE, SUITE 105 ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.266.8604 | HELLOEUNA.COM AESTHETICS

McHale Landscape Design is a residential landscape architecture company and design-build firm dedicated to designing and constructing extraordinary residential gardens, pools, outdoor living areas, and home additions. Our office on West Street has been serving the Annapolis area for over fifteen years.

McHale Landscape Design was founded by brothers Kevin and Steve McHale, who are celebrating 42 years in business. The brothers’ passion for the landscape industry began while mowing neighborhood lawns when they were just 12 years old. Their parents taught the value of hard work and financial accountability, and while still in college at West Virginia University, Kevin and Steve started the business. The early beginnings were simple: a pickup truck, a wheel barrow, two shovels and a drafting board.

Since 1981, the firm has designed, constructed, and planted residential projects, including more than 425 award-winning

landscapes. Combining landscape architecture, horticulture knowledge, and field experience, our professionally licensed and certified staff help you create and maintain beautiful gardens and living spaces. With an interactive design-build process, McHale Landscape Design views every client as an important part of the team. Our goal is to be your Single Source for the entire project, from Design, to Implementation, to Aftercare, and to develop life-long relationships with our clients.

M c HALE LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC. 911 WEST STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.990.0894 | MCHALELANDSCAPE.COM INFO@MCHALELANDSCAPE.COM

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DELAWARE CUSTOM BEACH HOMES

DON STEWART, NALLY HOMES

Your new home deserves the coastal home-building experience and expertise that Don Stewart brings to every project. Stewart has designed and built over $200,000,000 in custom homes in the last 20 years for satisfied clients throughout Delaware’s coastal region. He is now leading the Nally Homes team as the VP of Construction, spanning throughout the D.C. to coastal Delaware corridor.

Stewart, together with Founder and CEO Mike Nally and the entire Nally Homes team, offers boutique homebuilding services, crafting, and remodeling custom homes. They are the premium choice of custom home builders for all ocean and waterfront homes. Their collective experience with homeowners, architects, engineers, designers, trade partners, and projects in the most demanding markets sets them apart—and sets their clients up for an experience that’s highly personal and uniquely service-oriented.

The Nally Homes team is driven by a culture of excellence and delivers “custom without compromise.” From concept to completion, clients are connected to their projects through their team’s effective communication and ability to leverage technology expertly. They believe their clients deserve the best of both worlds—a team who is personal and professional, experienced and innovative, and practical and willing to reach for something more. Let’s build something great together.

102 CENTRAL AVENUE, SUITE 3 OCEAN VIEW, DE 19970

302.581.9243 | NALLYHOMES.COM

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Mike Nally, Founder & CEO and Don Stewart, VP of Construction

YOGA FACTORY YOGA The Face of

The moment you walk through the doors at Yoga Factory, you feel a welcoming sense of community. The teachers and students create a warm inviting atmosphere. Even if you have never stepped in a yoga studio before, you will immediately feel like you are part of the family.

Phil Vendemmia first opened the studio in 2007 and there are now two locations, one in Annapolis and one in Crofton. The Annapolis studio also has a Kids Club area, making it more convenient for parents to take class.

Yoga Factory offers an extensive variety of classes, with over 100 classes a week. Ranging in styles including Vinyasa, Yin, Hot Yoga, and Hiit/Sculpt, the incredible instructors make every class both

accessible to new practitioners, as well as challenging to the well seasoned yogi. Whether you are looking for a physical workout, a mental practice, or a mind-body-spirit connection, you will find what you need at Yoga Factory.

Come for the yoga, stay for the community!

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FACTORY 1901 WEST STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.533.1908 YOGAFACTORYANNAPOLIS.COM
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JEN STERLING COLORFUL ART The Face of

Stop thinking about artwork as an object and start thinking about it as a catalyst for experiences. Award-winning artist Jen Sterling is known for speaking in full color. The goal of her work is to inspire energy and excitement from within—to empower the viewer to do something bold. Sterling’s paintings are not meant to be “vanilla” or just match your furniture. These images are meant to make you feel strong and powerful, to help you feel the excitement she had in creating them. They can burst into your morning with a zing, energize the team in your office, or invigorate the senses after a long day.

Your home and office are a blank canvas, and what you put on that canvas has far-reaching effects. Art is a visual way of expressing your own personality or corporate culture in a powerful way.

Sterling invites you to her Annapolis studio to go through her existing inventory of work or to discuss the commission of a piece specifically for your space. Art brokers and designers are welcome!

FINE ART BY JEN STERLING STUDIO & MINI GALLERY: 2014 RENARD COURT, SUITE B ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 703.283.4700 | JENSTERLING.COM

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RESILIENT–SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE

MELANIE HARTWIG-DAVIS AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C

“Everyone should have access to quality architectural design that is sustainable and holistic.” That’s the philosophy of Melanie Hartwig-Davis, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, owner of HD Squared Architects, an award-winning architecture, interiors, and consulting firm that integrates sustainability and resiliency into each and every design, preparing clients and communities to adapt and thrive for generations to come.

Beautiful architecture is inherently more sustainable, but at HD Squared, the team also strives to have minimal impact on the natural environment, even improving the conditions for local ecosystems. HD Squared’s designs for new or remodeled homes lead to minimizing their clients’ costs through the selection of energy-efficient systems and by minimizing material use (which contributes to a reduction of the home’s carbon footprint).

When clients come to HD Squared, they can count on collaborative relationships, active listening, and honest conversations that are instrumental in transforming a shared vision into a built reality that exceeds expectations.

HD SQUARED ARCHITECTS, LLC ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 443.898.9480 | HD2ARCHITECTS.COM

When Richard Curtis got into real estate 25 years ago, he realized the only way to offer the fast, flexible service he wanted was to start his own brokerage. That is how Annapolis’s premier boutique real estate firm, The Curtis Real Estate Company, began. Today, with offices in historic Annapolis, South County/North Beach, and the Eastern Shore, Richard and his team offer concierge service throughout the Chesapeake.

What exactly does concierge real estate mean? Clients can depend on fast response times and a less expensive transaction. Agents set their commissions on a deal-by-deal basis.

Lower commissions don’t mean less service. On the contrary, The Curtis Real Estate Company offers staging, professional photography, drone photography, and high-quality videos for each listing.

Deep local connections mean agents can loop in mortgage lenders, home inspectors, and settlement agents to facilitate smooth closings. If properties need work before listing, because of findings in inspections, or for post-purchase renovations, an army of highly skilled contractors are ready to go. “We offer flexible, full-service

concierge experience that makes our clients’ wants and needs our only priority,” Richard says. “Excellence, integrity, and hard work are our guiding principles.”

If you are looking for a truly personal real estate experience in Anne Arundel County or the Eastern Shore, call the Curtis Real Estate Company and get the transaction that works best for you, not a national brokerage.

CONCIERGE REAL ESTATE MEANS:

• Negotiable Commissions

• Fast, Responsive Service

• Staging, Professional and Drone Photography/Videos

CURTIS
THE CURTIS REAL ESTATE COMPANY 8 RANDALL STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 9132 B BAY AVENUE, NORTH BEACH, MD 20714 410.268.8696 | CURTISREALESTATECO.COM
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BEAUTY & TRANQUILITY The Face of

SADONA SALON + SPA

A remarkable salon and spa visit is more than just a place to have a treatment; it is a place to connect with yourself, the people around you, and the community.

That is why every member of our team is committed to forming bonds with both our guests as well as one another. We care! From the moment you walk through the door of this stylishly remodeled three-story building in the heart of the historic district, you will feel the welcoming warmth and care of our team.

We believe in the power of clean USA products and have curated only the highest-performing ones. And because we are continually advancing our education and developing our own unique treatments, you will always find fresh and relevant options to choose from.

Whether you are looking for a haircut, color, nail perfection, waxing, spray tan, massage, facial or other spa treatments, we have everything you need to leave feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. We take the time to listen to your needs and preferences, and we

work with you to create a personalized experience that exceeds your expectations.

According to owner Donna Brown, Sadona began as a love story. She was inspired by her love of salon and spa as well as this extraordinary building and this town itself, to bring the finest of everything salon and spa here for all.

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Pictured from left to right: Kelly McDonald, Spa Director, Donna Brown, Owner, Ana Alvarez, Manager, and Annie Sines, Manager

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

The Face of WALNUT HILL LANDSCAPE

COMPANY

Michael Prokopchak, founder of Walnut Hill Landscape Company, discovered his love of plants when he was a teenager working at a local nursery. Over the years, he developed his knowledge of horticulture and the business of landscaping. In 2005, Mike purchased Walnut Hill farm in Saint Margaret’s. Finally, with space to start his own business, Walnut Hill Landscape Company was born.

Walnut Hill provides exceptional value by delivering unparalleled craftsmanship and service. Through their commitment to teamwork, relationships, professionalism, integrity, a superior image and keen attention to quality and detail, they have thrived while earning numerous national and local awards.

When clients work with Walnut Hill, they will find a wide range of services available to them, whether they need landscaping or hardscaping. They have a dedicated team of licensed

landscape architects, designers, project managers and landscape industry-certified crews. Relationships with industry specialists allow them to manage complex projects while ensuring they capture the essence of the client’s desires, bringing their dreams to fruition.

Clients will also find a valuable emphasis on relationships, one where there is a clear communication from the design phase all the way through to installation. Walnut Hill always strives for a final product that reflects personal style and exceeds expectations.

Walnut Hill is a proud member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Landscape Contractors Association of MD, VA, D.C. (LCA), National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Annapolis Design District.

WALNUT HILL LANDSCAPE COMPANY 1563 SAINT MARGARETS ROAD, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409 | 410.349.3105 110 N. WASHINGTON STREET, EASTON, MD 21601 | 410.690.0977 WALNUTHILLLANDSCAPE.COM

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Did you know that fiberglass pools offer over 200 customizable designs?

Are you interested in a low-maintenance, cost-effective option for your in-ground pool?

If you answered “yes” to either, Sean Locklear, Ron Allen, Josh Allen and the team at Splash Fiberglass Pools are ready to tell you more.

Sean and his partners founded Splash Fiberglass Pools because they love pools. Fiberglass Pools to be exact. They know fiberglass offers the most design options, the least expensive maintenance and an installation timeframe that allows you to be enjoying your new inground pool while others are waiting for the mud to dry.

Family owned and operated, Splash Fiberglass Pools installs San Juan pools, the top-of-the-line brand since 1958. They specialize

in pool installation, natural stone and concrete pool surrounds, waterfalls, firepits and any other feature you need to complete your outdoor oasis. “We are happy to be able to deliver our clients’ dreams,” says Sean.

Splash believes in quality over quantity. Sean assures, “Our vision is not to be necessarily the biggest pool installer. We want to be the best in this beautiful, crab-crackin’, sail-boating, power-boating slice of heaven!”

SPLASH FIBERGLASS POOL COMPANY 102 SUTTON WICK ROAD PASADENA, MD 21122 | 410.541.4410 SPLASHFIBERGLASSPOOLCOMPANY.COM
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From left to right: Josh Allen, Ron Allen, and Sean Locklear

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SARAH GREENLEE MORSE ANNAPOLIS REAL ESTATE

Years of business and international experience set top-producing Realtor Sarah Greenlee Morse apart. Sarah has worked in sales for IBM, as national director for strategic partnerships for AFS Intercultural Programs, and as director of admissions for independent schools in Baltimore and St. John’s College in Annapolis. She draws on these experiences in her strategic analysis of the real estate market and in her approach to setting and achieving goals for each client.

Home for Sarah has been everything from an 1840’s farmhouse in New Hampshire, to a home in rural Belgium, to a Manhattan loft, to a fixer-upper in the Pacific Northwest, to water privileged and historic homes in Annapolis. Sarah knows that homes are an expression of what people care about and that buying or selling can be a pivotal experience. “I find it gratifying to help clients realize their financial and personal real estate goals. My extensive training in corporate sales, negotiation techniques, strategic planning and cross-cultural communication comes in handy,” she says.

A recipient of TTR Sotheby’s prestigious Community Leadership Award, Sarah is a board member of the Annapolis Film Festival,

a sponsor of Anne Arundel Women Giving Together, a member of the Smith College Alumnae Association, and a foster for the Maryland Animal Adoption Center. She is also a big fan of music, especially jazz.

Sarah’s clients appreciate her experience, candor, professionalism, market knowledge, sense of humor and tenacity.

Visit Sarah at SarahGMorse.com or on Instagram at @annapolisrealtor_morse for more.

TTR | SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY 209 MAIN STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 M. 410.303.1522 | O. 410.280.5600 SARAHGMORSE.COM

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NATURAL STONE & PORCELAIN

BOBBY EFTHIMIADIS

“Our business is about relationships,” says Bobby Efthimiadis, President of MMG Tile & Stone

Over the past 30 years, MMG has built relationships with quarries, manufacturers, and factories all over the world. MMG utilizes these connections to import the highest quality natural stone slabs, tile, mosaics, porcelain tile, and exterior paving solutions. MMG has options for every project and budget.

Their extensive inventory enables MMG to serve custom builders, residential and commercial developers, architects, interior designers, homeowners and their dealer network of fabricators and tile showrooms nationwide. Customers can browse the showroom in Annapolis Junction, or use MMG’s sophisticated online shopping experience to research inventory and make selections.

MMG is also about family relationships. Bobby is the second generation owner of the company. Bobby’s parents opened the first location in Annapolis on Virginia Street in what is now the

Greater Annapolis Design District! Bobby is particularly proud of the “Infinity” porcelain slab collection he introduced and for which MMG is the exclusive distributor. Infinity is usable in novel places such as cabinets, walls, and waterfall island facing. “Infinity will increase the aesthetic of any space,” says Bobby.

MMG values being able to work with suppliers all over the world to bring exceptional materials back to the community. “Our deep relationships let us provide products that dramatically enhance our client’s spaces, and in turn, increase the quality of their lives,” says Bobby.

MMG TILE + STONE 9070 JUNCTION DRIVE, SUITE C ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD 20701 410.541.4410 | MMGMARBLE.COM

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Meeting each project with a creative eye and attention to detail, Tony Lewis Jr translates your desired look and feel into tangible, visual content. As the founder and CEO of Tony J Photography, Tony has been an Annapolis photographer for more than a decade, with an array of photos appearing in major local and regional publications as well as private collections.

A picture is worth a thousand words and in this day and age when cell phones and filters make it easy to take a picture (but perhaps not the right picture), elevate your story above the rest.

From individual shoots in the studio, to on-location photography or large multi-faceted productions, complete with every accessory— from jibs to drones and video—Tony takes your idea from concept to completion in a friendly, professional manner.

Tony values working closely with clients, making even the most nervous and camera-shy client comfortable and relaxed. He combines state-of-the-art technology and talent to provide photography that is unique, showcasing the client’s personality and story.

TONY J. PHOTOGRAPHY ANNAPOLIS, MD 410.320.3185 | TONYJPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
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Parks in Maryland You Need to Visit Ten Top
Patapsco valley state park

You may have heard Maryland referred to as “America in miniature.” That’s because our state has a little bit of everything you would find across the country—mountains, oceans, forests, lakes, rivers, and much more. And what better way to explore all the state has to offer than by visiting some of her incredible parks?

If you’re looking for a reason to take an adventurous excursion this summer, here it is. As you check out these Ten Top Parks, you’ll undoubtedly have a greater appreciation of what makes Maryland special.

Assateague State Park

If you’re like most Marylanders, you probably associate Assateague State Park with one thing—horses. That’s because this scenic oceanfront park is home to a herd of wild horses that can often be spotted roaming the beaches and traversing the dunes. In addition to spotting these beautiful animals in their element, you can hike along the trails and around the marshes, sunbathe, or surf along the two miles of beach. Bring your camping gear, too, as Assateague State Park has more than 300 campsites and cabins where you can stay while you enjoy all the island has to offer.

Calvert Cliffs State Park

The hallmark of Calvert Cliffs State Park is its unique natural features: most prominently, the massive cliffs, which date back millions of years. As you take the time to explore the hiking trails and sandy beaches of this 1,000-acre park, you’ll likely find plenty of prehistoric fossils. (Perhaps you heard the story about the girl who found a five-inch megalodon tooth in the water beside Calvert Cliffs; it made national news in December 2022.) Even if you’re not fossil hunting, you’ll be impressed by the view of the bay. Or you can simply relax in the shade of the pavilion, which makes a great spot for picnicking.

ASSATEAGUE STATE PARK

Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park

Located adjacent to each other and spanning hundreds of acres, Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park offer the chance to explore miles of strenuous hiking trails where you can enjoy the view of breathtaking vistas and cascading waterfalls. Be sure to visit Cunningham Falls, the largest waterfall in Maryland, and the scenic overlook at Chimney Rock. The lake in the middle of Cunningham Falls State Park offers a sandy beach for relaxing and sunbathing, as well as the chance to swim, fish, and canoe.

Ferry Point Park

This waterfront park along the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Baltimore County covers 40 acres of beautiful outdoors. Take advantage of the hiking and biking trails, or let the kids spend their energy on the playgrounds and basketball courts. If you’re a water person, you’ll love the park’s beach area and fishing pier, where you can go for a swim or launch your boat into the bay.

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SWALLOW FALLS STATE PARK

Gathland State Park

Here’s a park for history enthusiasts. Gathland State Park in Western Maryland covers 500 acres and is known for its Civil War history. Be sure to visit the museum featuring Civil War artifacts and exhibits and stop to see the War Correspondents Memorial Arch, built to honor the journalists who covered the war. But even if you do go for the history, be sure to stay for the outdoors—the park has trails with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, where you can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and camping.

Hart-Miller Island State Park

What makes Hart-Miller State Park so interesting is its seclusion. It’s located on a manmade island in the Chesapeake Bay, created when shipping channels were dredged. You’ll need a private boat to reach the island, but once you get there, you can enjoy swimming, fishing, picnicking, and birdwatching. The sandy beaches and hiking trails offer panoramic views of the bay and the surrounding wetlands. While you’re there, be sure to explore the island’s historic lighthouse, which dates back to the mid-19th century.

Patapsco Valley State Park

Take your adventurous spirit to Patapsco Valley State Park, where you’ll find more than 200 miles of trails—ranging from easy to strenuous— weaving throughout the 16,000 acres of hilly, forested park along the Patapsco River. On hot days, you can cool off by taking a dip in the water, which you’ll find especially refreshing at the foot of the impressive Cascade Falls. While you’re exploring, be sure to check out some of the historic sites, including the 19th-century stone arch bridge known as the Thomas Viaduct.

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GATHLAND STATE PARK

CALVERT CLIFFS STATE PARK

Sandy Point State Park

Encompassing more than 1,000 acres along the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay, Sandy Point State Park has a little bit of everything: a stretch of sandy beach, hiking trails through the woods, grassy areas for frisbee and ball throwing, playgrounds for the kids, and even picnic areas. It’s a great destination for all kinds of outdoor fun, whether you’re interested in swimming, hiking, or just relaxing and taking in the sight of the bay.

Swallow Falls State Park

Swallow Falls State Park is renowned for its waterfalls, particularly Muddy Creek Falls. As you hike your way along the extensive trails that thread through the 250 acres of the park’s mountainous terrain, you’ll discover old-growth forests, rocky gorges, and crystal-clear streams. The park’s recreational area and campground are especially breathtaking in autumn when the fall foliage changes colors.

Terrapin Nature Park

Located on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, this beautiful nature preserve encompasses about 270 acres, with a network of trails through the woodlands and boardwalks over the marshy wetlands. With more than 200 recorded species of birds in the area, Terrapin Nature Park offers great opportunities for birdwatching. While you’re there, you can also stop by the fishing pier that extends into the bay, whether you want to cast a line or just take in the view.

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Seize the DayTrips ALL YEAR LONG

june 2023–june 2024
Piet Oudolf Meadow at Delaware Botanic Gardens, Pepper Creek.

2023

JUNE

Fish the Bay Charters

Captain Phil Langley comes from a family heritage of watermen. A trained historian, he takes groups out for various boating experiences in Southern Maryland.

mdcharterfishing.com

JULY

Fourth of July Parade and fireworks in Rock Hall, Md

Fourth of July events abound in this region. The biggest local fireworks display is in Washington, D.C. Why not experience a small-town celebration instead? Rock Hall offers three days of events in a historic waterfront town.

kentcounty.com/events/annual/28-fourth-of-july

august

Easton Farmers Market

Over 20 vendors join together to sell a plethora of locally-sourced items such as vegetables, crafts, and distilled spirits. Live music.

eastonmd.org/easton-farmers-market

september

Skipjack H.M. Krentz

Enjoy a sailing tour and catch oysters in Chesapeake Bay waters on this historical boat. Tours depart from St. Michaels, MD.

Visitmaryland.org/listing/outdoor-recreation/skipjack-hm-krentz

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OCTOBER

DRIVE THE HISTORIC NATIONAL ROAD

Historic Route 40 was begun in 1811 as a way for homesteaders to head west from the metropolis of Baltimore. This motor tour takes from four to six hours as it travels through small town Maryland. Enjoy many roadside attractions as you take in the spectacular fall colors.

november

BARNES COLLECTION

Visit the Barnes Collection in Philadelphia, considered one of the world’s finest collections of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern paintings. Paintings and eclectic objects are arranged in rooms of “ensembles” that have some wonderful commonality.

barnesfoundation.org/whats-on/collection

DECEMber A Dickens Christmas

Enjoy a weekend of holiday activities in Chestertown, Maryland. With Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol for inspiration, get into the holiday spirit with carriage rides, house tours, food trucks, and the Dickens Bedlam Bed Race, where entrants race beds up Main Street.

mainstreetchestertown.org/dickens

visitmaryland.org/scenic-byways/historic-national-road 2024

january

Berkeley Springs, West Virginia

Engage in a therapeutic day in the nation’s first spa. Many services are available, including aqua therapy, his and her massages, mineral whirlpool baths, and a wide variety of beauty treatments.

berkeleysprings.com/spas

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Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Bouquet of Roses (detail), c. 1882. BF538. Public Domain.

FEBRUARY

Heritage Tasting Tours with Matchcoat Sojourner

Share in the unique lifestyle that highlights our heritage, with memorable foodway experiences that spring from our Maryland waterways. Engage in mushroom collecting, cooking, and wine tasting with a local mycologist by the Wicomico River on the Eastern Shore. We are assured mushroom collecting is a wonderful experience in the dead of winter. Contact Matchcoat Sojourner to create your special event.

matchcoatsojourner.com

march

live theater performances

Live theatre in Washington DC Take in one or more performances at area theaters such as the Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre Company, the Folger Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, Arena Stage, and the Studio Theatre.

theatrewashington.org/show-selector

april

Tulip Celebration in Lewes, Delaware

Celebrate Lewes’ Dutch heritage, where thousands of bulbs come to bloom in this historic town. Garden tours, plein air painters, poetry readings, and plant sales abound.

visitdelaware.com/events/lewes-tulip-celebration/78796

may

Whiskey on the Water with Baltimore Water Taxi

Join the Sagamore Spirit Distillery for a guided whiskey tasting, then set sail with Baltimore Water Taxi for the sunset. Tours may be booked for groups as large as 24.

sagamorespirit.com/events-tours-experiences/specialclasses/ #id=sagamore-spirit-x-baltimore-water-taxi-booze-cruise

JUNE

Piet Oudolf Meadow at Delaware Botanic Gardens, Pepper Creek.

The meadow is an exciting movement in the garden world. Oudolf is a world-renowned horticulturist who designed the plantscape at New York City’s The High Line.

delawaregardens.org

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ARCHITECTURE

Bohl Architects

Christine Dayton Architect, P.A.

HD Squared Architects

AESTHETICS & PLASTIC SURGERY

Charm City Plastic Surgery

Current Dermatology and Cosmetic Center

Euna Aesthetics

ProMD Health

BEAUTY & FITNESS

Sadona Salon + Spa

Yoga Factory

CONTRACTORS

Christopher Companies

Creative Spaces Remodeling

Delbert Adams

Construction Group

Fichtner Home Exteriors

Focus Construction

Mueller Homes

Nally Homes

Younger Construction

INTERIOR & KITCHEN DESIGN

Design Solutions, Inc.

Interior Concepts, Inc.

Kitchen Encounters

Stuart Kitchens

LEGAL, FINANCIAL, AND INSURANCE

Cassie McGovern Insurance Services

The Jaklitsch Law Group

Scarborough Capital Management

HOSPITALITY

Titan Hospitality Group

MEDICAL

Anne Arundel

Gastroenterology Associates

Mairead M. O’Reilly, DDS, MS, PA

REAL ESTATE

Brad Kappel

TTR | Sotheby’s International Realty

David Orso

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty

The Curtis Real Estate Company

Jennifer Chino

Stahley Thompson Homes

TTR | Sotheby’s International Realty

Reid Buckley’s

Mr. Waterfront Team

Long & Foster Real Estate

Sarah Greenlee Morse

TTR | Sotheby’s International Realty

HOME SERVICES

84 Lumber

ADU - Your Appliance Source

Annapolis Carpet & Flooring America

Atlas Stone Fabricators

Atlas Marble & Tile

Blue Star Paint and Property Services

Landmark Roofing

Maddox Audio Video Design

MMG Marble + Tile

Petitbon Alarm Company

LANDSCAPE & OUTDOOR LIVING

Clinton+Ries

Landscape Architects

McHale Landscape Design

Splash Fiberglass Pool Company

Walnut Hill Landscape Company

ART, PHOTOGRAPHY & GIFTS

Bryki Gallery

Fine Art by Jen Sterling

Green & Bean Boutique

Tony J. Photography

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