Greater Annapolis Design District

06/02/2026

SHARE ALERT! Are you an Annapolis resident, business owner, or contractor who wants to help shape our permitting process? Join the "Let's Talk Permitting" Community Workshop on June 16!

Attendees will meet the specific City staff who evaluate building, grading, and stormwater plans. The city team is eager to listen to local experiences and answer pressing questions as they build on the progress they've already made in speeding up the permitting process (nearly 50% faster compared to 2023!)

The workshop will be held from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, at Pip Moyer Rec Center. If you plan on attending, please let us know by registering here: https://calendar.annapolis.gov/annapolismd/260169127

06/02/2026

GADD members are invited to an exclusive happy hour on June 18 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. hosted by Arhaus Annapolis.

See the flyer below for details.

RSVP: https://www.arhaus.com/pages/annapolis-trade-event

06/01/2026

It's This Thursday!

Join us on the first Thursday of every month from 5:30–7:30 p.m. for a relaxed Happy Hour & Networking event—open to members and guests.

Our next meetup is on Thursday, June 4th at Augie's Mussel House & Sports Bar located at 1915 Towne Centre Blvd., Suite 150, Annapolis.

✨ Members: Free
✨ Non-Members: $10

Come connect, unwind, and grow your network!

📩 RSVP: [email protected] or register online: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/kc49eak

05/30/2026

Business Spotlight: Patron Member In Home Stone

As one of the founding members of the Greater Annapolis Design District (GADD), In Home Stone has had the privilege of witnessing the organization’s growth and evolution for almost two decades. Founded in 2005 in Annapolis, Maryland, In Home Stone has become a preferred supplier and fabricator of stone and tile for more than 40,000 customers while remaining a valued and active GADD member. Co-owners Charlie Koppels and Paul Drupals built the company on a commitment to quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and lasting relationships with homeowners, builders, and designers. [To read this entire feature, got to https://greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com/business-spotlight-in-home-stone-2/]

In Home maintains an extensive inventory of more than 2,000 slabs of natural and engineered surfaces, as well as an impressive selection of porcelain, ceramic and natural stone tile. For more information on their services and product inventory, visit inhomestone.com or call (410) 626-2025 to schedule a showroom visit.

05/29/2026

Congratulations to GADD member MKS Architecture !

05/29/2026

Hot off the press! Our May newsletter is live — and it’s packed with inspiration, insights, and opportunities you won’t want to miss.

This issue features:
• A Patron Member Spotlight on In Home Stone
• Details on upcoming events and networking opportunities
• Member news, updates, and more!

Catch up on everything happening in the Greater Annapolis Design District here: https://conta.cc/42XR6sF

Not on our list yet? Let’s fix that! Email [email protected] so you don’t miss a thing.

05/27/2026

The June Book Study meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 24 at 5:30 p.m. We’ll be discussing our next pick, The Japanese Art of Space Stillness and Choosing What Matters by James D. Sato.

🌟 Reminder:
All Book Study gatherings take place at:
49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
49 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401

For those who enjoy reading ahead, please mark your calendars for our July Book Study meeting on Wednesday, July 29 at 5:30 p.m. We’ll be discussing The Spaces That Make Us by Danish Kurani.

Both books are available on Amazon.

Feel free to print this out and post it in your breakroom—all member employees are welcome and encouraged to join us!

If you have any questions or would like to recommend a future book selection, please reach out to [email protected].

Happy reading! 📖✨

05/26/2026

🦀 It’s back — the annual GADD Crab Feast! 🍻🎉

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with delicious crabs, classic sides, and an open bar sponsored by Kitchen & Bath Creations, LLC. 🦀🍺✨

This is the perfect opportunity to treat your team, clients, or colleagues to a fun night of great food, networking, and community! 🙌

See the flyer below for all the details and reserve your spot today!

RSVP: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/abz3xtw

05/25/2026