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<\/i>Governor\u2019s Cup Web Page<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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52nd ANNUAL SMCM GOVERNOR\u2019S CUP YACHT RACE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Shoreside Schedule of Events<\/h2>\n

August 1-3, 2025<\/p>\n

Race Start & Finish<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Cruisers and other boat classes set sail on Friday around 3:00 p.m., followed by the faster ORC & PHRF A boats at 5:00 p.m. and the Solomons, Potomac and Fishing Bay courses around 6:00 p.m. All boats will finish between the Church Point cross and the new Maryland Dove at St. Mary's City on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Housing Check-in Hours<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Friday | 4 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m. (Alumni)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Required to Reserve Housing<\/h5>\n

Stop by the Office of Public Safety to check in and pick up your keys and overnight housing information.
\nOffice of Public Safety (Google Maps)<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday | 6 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m. (Alumni & Sailors)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Required to Reserve Housing<\/h5>\n

Stop by the River Center lifeguard station to check in and pick up your keys and overnight housing information.
\nJames P. Muldoon River Center (Google Maps)<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Friday, August 1<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Recommended<\/h5>\n

For over a century, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) has been recognized as one of America\u2019s leading orchestras and one of Maryland\u2019s most significant cultural institutions. We\u2019re thrilled to have them down by the St. Mary\u2019s River, especially during one of our favorite summertime events. Learn more details on the SMCM calendar online<\/a>.
\nNancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center (Google Maps)<\/em><\/a>
\nFree Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Green Door Tavern Shuttle Service | 7 p.m. \u2013 12 a.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Recommended<\/h5>\n

Ride safely to and from our most popular local watering hole with continuous round-trip transportation; the perfect option if you\u2019re looking for some late-night pizza.
\nShuttle Stops: Daugherty-Palmer Commons Circle and Queen Anne Residence Hall
\n<\/em>$10\/passenger online (or $20 cash on site)<\/em><\/p>\n

Saturday, August 2<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Campus Shuttle Service | 6 a.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Get around campus with stops at the James P. Muldoon River Center, Daugherty-Palmer Commons\/Townhouse Green (housing) and Queen Anne Residence Hall (showers and housing).
\nFree Service<\/em><\/p>\n

Breakfast at the Parish Hall | 6 a.m. \u2013 Until We're Out of Food<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Fuel up for the day with this all-you-can-eat meal at the St. Mary\u2019s Parish Hall, just like the old days. The buffet-style breakfast includes: scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, hash brown potatoes, fruit, muffins, toast, juice, coffee and water. $18\/per person.
\nSt. Mary\u2019s Parish Hall (Google Maps)<\/a>
\n<\/em>$18\/person \u2013 pay on site<\/em><\/p>\n

Tender Boat Service | 6 a.m. (Saturday) \u2013 12:30 a.m. (Sunday)<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Service Courtesy of SMCM<\/h5>\n

Travel seamlessly from your boat to the end of the waterfront pier with our reliable tender boat service, available until just past midnight. The service will reopen on Sunday morning from 7 a.m. \u2013 12 p.m.
\nWaterfront Pier
\n<\/em>Free Service<\/em><\/p>\n

Dockside Bar\u00a0 | 8 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Unwind with a signature cocktail (Bloody Mary, Rum Punch, Dark and Stormy), glass of wine, beer or non-alcoholic beverage. A portion of the proceeds and tips will support the SMCM Alumni Legacy Scholarship.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Cash or Credit Card \u2013 pay on site<\/em><\/p>\n

Merchandise Sales | 8 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Pick up some fashionable logo apparel to commemorate this historic race.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Cash or Credit Card \u2013 pay on site<\/em><\/p>\n

Live Music by Joseph Norris | 8 a.m. \u2013 11 a.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Sit back and enjoy the first act of the day with music from local legend, Joseph Norris, whose soulful acoustic tunes and rich storytelling captivate audiences with their authenticity and warmth.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Live Music by C.A.I.S.O. | 11:30 a.m. \u2013 2:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Kick off your shoes (or flipflops) and embrace the rhythm of Caribbean American International Steel Orchestra, the mid-Atlantic region\u2019s most popular steel drum band.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Lunch & Dinner Food Truck Vendors | 12 p.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Enjoy delicious fare from one of our many local food trucks, featuring seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads and more.
\nRiver Center Parking Lot
\n<\/em>Cash or Credit Card \u2013 pay on site<\/em><\/p>\n

Live Music by Marilyn Hucek | 3 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Sing along with the talented Marilyn Hucek \u201914, whose vibrant melodies and heartfelt lyrics are influenced by her personal journey and experiences, offering an authentic and captivating musical experience.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Awards Ceremony | 5 p.m. \u2013 6 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Celebrate this year\u2019s fastest of the fleet. In addition to the winners of each class for the four races, PRO Adam Werblow and Director of Sailing Bill Ward will present the Annapolis special awards, including the SMCM Alumni Trophy, the Steve Bickell Memorial \"Most Improved\" award and the Joseph A. Waldschmitt \u201cBest in Fleet\u201d trophy, in accordance with the NOR and Sailing Instructions.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Live Music by Marilyn Hucek | 6 p.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Wind down with the second set by the talented Marilyn Hucek \u201914, whose vibrant melodies and heartfelt lyrics are influenced by her personal journey and experiences, offering an authentic and captivating musical experience.
\nTeddy Turner Waterfront
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Annapolis Shuttle Service | 6:30 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Required<\/h5>\n

Hop aboard the shuttle service to the Annapolis City Dock. The shuttle will depart promptly at 6:30 p.m.
\nSt. Mary\u2019s City Post Office
\n<\/em>$30\/passenger<\/em><\/p>\n

Green Door Tavern Shuttle Service | 7 p.m. \u2013 12 a.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Preregistration Recommended<\/h5>\n

Ride safely to and from our most popular local watering hole with continuous round-trip transportation; the perfect option if you\u2019re looking for some late-night pizza.
\nShuttle Stops: James P. Muldoon River Center, Daugherty-Palmer Commons Circle and Queen Anne Residence Hall
\n<\/em>$10\/passenger online (or $20 cash on site)<\/em><\/p>\n

Last Tender Boat | 12:15 a.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Service Courtesy of SMCM<\/h5>\n

Get to the waterfront pier by quarter after midnight, or you may have to sleep on it!
\nWaterfront Pier
\n<\/em>Free Service<\/em><\/p>\n

Sunday, August 3<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Breakfast on the Go | 7 a.m. \u2013 10 a.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Walk-ups Welcome<\/h5>\n

Stop by our local food truck to pick up a hearty breakfast sandwich and a refreshing drink before you head back home.
\nJames P. Muldoon River Center Parking Lot
\n<\/em>Cash or Credit Card \u2013 pay on site<\/em><\/p>\n

Tender Boat Service | 7 a.m. \u2013 12 p.m.<\/strong><\/h4>\n
No Preregistration \u2013 Service Courtesy of SMCM<\/h5>\n

Travel seamlessly from your boat to the waterfront pier with our tender boat service, available until noon.
\nWaterfront Pier
\n<\/em>Free Event<\/em><\/p>\n

Check-out & Key Return<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sunday | Before 12 p.m. (Noon)<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Leave your housing keys in the drop-off boxes located in the Queen Anne Residence Hall lobby or in front of the main entrance to Daugherty-Palmer Commons.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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