Monthly Archives: September 2016

Annapolis Caramel Company would like to say “Thank you” to all you caramel lovers who came out to the West Annapolis Oktoberfest! The weather was wonderful and a good time was had by all! Thank you to everyone who stopped by and bought a bag of delicious caramels to enjoy or share with friends or family.

West Annapolis Business Affiliation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2016

Contact: Elizabeth Ramirez Vendor Chair West Annapolis Business Affiliation 24 Annapolis Street Annapolis, MD 21401 Phone: 443-994-9606 Email: westannapolisfestivals@gmail.com

West Annapolis Merchants and Vendors Prepare for Oktoberfest

Preparations are underway for the 26th Oktoberfest along Annapolis Street in West Annapolis on Sunday, September 25th. The two-block long street festival will include the traditional German food and beer and the amazing Om-pa-pa Band. This year‟s festival is a good time to visit the many shops and restaurants in West Annapolis. On the street, there will be over 100 vendors selling everything from bratwurst to fine art. West Annapolis Elementary School will be holding its Fall Festival at the same time at Annapolis Street and Melvin Avenue.

West Annapolis merchants, including Bon Vivant Antiques, Tara’s Gifts, One Petticoat Lane, and Art Things, will have their doors wide open. Cotton Seed Glory, a nationally known quilting store, will guide new and old quilters. Fine beverages will be found at both the Rutabaga Juicery and Bean Rush Café. One new restaurant, Evelyn will be opening their door for the first time. Come by bicycle and visit Green Pedals.

More than one hundred vendors under colorful tents along Annapolis Street will offer items made locally and others from as far away as Peru and Turkey. This is the time to start your Christmas shopping, or to treat yourself. Well-known jewelry designer, Silvergirl Sterling, will be there along with Annapolis Caramel Company with irresistible candies. Oktoberfest vendors include Archeologico (jewelry inspired by world travels), Wimsey Cove Maps, historic maps of Annapolis and Maryland as well as of far-away places, and Kat Marx, water colors connecting you to “home.” Pallet Refined is selling reclaimed wood art and nearby will be Cuatro Suyos with Alpaca sweaters (try your Spanish with a native speaker). At the West Annapolis Heritage Partnership „s table you can meet authors of local West Annapolis history, Eric Fredland and Constance Ramirez.

The fun of Oktoberfest continues at the Fall Festival at the new West Annapolis Elementary School. Started in 1894, the school is celebrating its brand new building and its 122 year history. There will be activities for children and tours of the new school house for all.

Oktoberfest – start the fall in West Annapolis. Information for vendors and visitors is available at westannapolisfestivals@gmail.com or by calling 410-263-4319 or 443-994-9606.

For information: Contact: westannapolisfestivals@gmail.com Phone: 443-994-9606

These are just a few of the events that Annapolis Caramel Company will be at in the near future.

Annapolis Caramel Company would like to say “Thank you” to all the caramel lovers, patrons and friends who came out this past weekend to The Anne Arundel County Farmers Market and to The First Sunday Arts Festival. It was a great weekend to be out, the weather was terrific. And we are very thankful for all our customer, both new and those who come back and see us frequently. Thank you for enjoying our product and thank you for your business!

What a great weekend as far as weather conditions (No hurricane)and a great time to be out shopping local. I say here frequently that there is something for everyone at the Market, so I thought I would take a walk and share just some of what you will find there:

Fresh mushrooms by Bay Mushrooms

Delicious caramels of many flavors from Annapolis Caramel Co.

Wonderful fruits from Blades Orchard

Beautiful flowers and all kinds of produce by Myles Produce

Great tomatoes from The Back 40 Farm

Great Honey and honey products from Mr. B’s Apiaries

Delicious breakfast sandwiches and great natural meats from En-tice-ment Farm.

Oksana’s Produce Farm has all kinds of fresh produce for your cooking and eating needs.

Saying “cheese” is not just for the camera, stop by P.A. Bowen Farmstead for top quality cheese and other wonderful products.

This is just some of the mouth pleasing bake goods from Baker & Co.

Seafood anyone? You will find treasures from the sea at Oldline Fish Co.

Sea shells and drift wood creations by The Beach Dog. They also have organic dog treats for your four legged friend.

Pottery creations from Printemps Pottery are a great way to decorate your home or for gift giving.

Herbal products from The Herbal Touch.

Pies, pies and more pies by Chef Big Money.

Wearable creations by Gems by Julles.

Need ingredients for a special recipe? See Portland Manor Farms.

Feelin’ the heat? See Farmer Bill Morris for all kinds of fresh goods.

These are just a few of the vendors that are at the Market, there are MANY more to check in and see what wonderful and delicious produce, baked goods and gift items are available. Please stop by and shop local. You are supporting local farmers, bakers and artisans. You won’t be disappointed in the selection and quality you find.

The hours on Saturday are 7 am to 12 noon. You will be able to shop up to and including Dec. 24th.