Day of the Dead Event
2025-10-11 13:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)

Join Us for a Design-Inspired Day Trip to NYC!
2025-10-16
Hop on a bus or train with fellow design enthusiasts for a day trip to New York City on Thursday, October 16, to tour the 50th Anniversary Kips Bay Decorator Show House.

This year’s celebrated event is set in a stunning 9,000-square-foot Greenwich Village townhouse—marking its first appearance in Lower Manhattan. Explore rooms transformed by top interior designers, all in support of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club and its life-changing programs for youth.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience one of the most iconic showcases in interior design while supporting a great cause!

Reserve your spot now—space is limited!
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3bt6hef

Show House Location: 20 West 12th Street, New York, NY, 10011

NOTE: We have reserved a bulk of general admission tickets for GADD members or guests on Thursday, October 16, for coordinated group attendance. If you’d like to purchase tickets for a different date, please email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com. The Kips Bay Decorator Show House is open September 29 – October 19.

GADD Monthly Networking Breakfast
2025-10-16 07:15 - 08:30, 2025-11-20 07:15 - 08:30, 2025-12-18 07:15 - 08:30, 2026-01-15 07:15 - 08:30, 2026-02-19 07:15 - 08:30, 2026-03-19 07:15 - 08:30, 2026-04-16 07:15 - 08:30, 2026-05-21 07:15 - 08:30 and 6 more dates
Greater Annapolis Design District (GADD) Members are invited to an early morning networking hour the third Thursday of each month at 7:15a.m. at the Market House located at 25 Market Space, Annapolis, MD 21401.
Arrive a few minutes early to purchase a coffee and breakfast bite at Rise Up, located inside the Market House. Be ready at 7:30am to connect and collaborate.

GADD is a non-profit organization made up of members in over 80 independent businesses. Our members include architects, builders, designers, interior designers, and a variety of product and service providers and showrooms that support the design and build industry.

Fall Networking Social @ Ferguson
2025-10-16 17:00 - 19:00

October Book Study Meeting
2025-10-21 17:30 - 18:30
Greater Annapolis Design District (GADD) members are invited to our Book Study meeting on October 21st at 5:30p.m. at the Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library located at 1410 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401 to discuss our book pick, Atmospheres, by Peter Zumthor. This book can be purchased on Amazon by clicking HERE.

Print this out and pin it up in your breakroom as all member employees are encouraged to participate!

If you have any questions or have a book recommendation for a future Book Study reading and meeting, please email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com.

Let’s get to reading!

Explore the Lutron Showroom & National Building Museum
2025-10-27
Explore the Lutron Showroom & National Building Museum
Monday, October 27th | Washington, DC
GADD members are invited to join us for an inspiring day trip to Washington, D.C. featuring two exciting stops that highlight the best in lighting, architecture, and design!
🕤 Schedule & Transportation

Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the New Carrollton Metro Station.
We’ll take the Orange Line to L’Enfant Plaza, then transfer to the Yellow/Green Line to Gallery Place.
Metro parking is available for $4/day, and riders can now tap to pay using a credit card or mobile device (no Metrocard needed).
You can also download the Metro app to load funds and pay directly.

🛋️ First Stop – Lutron Studio (10:30 a.m.)
Enjoy brunch-style refreshments and a private tour of the Lutron Studio, where innovative lighting and shading solutions come to life in a stunning showroom experience.
🏛️ Second Stop – National Building Museum (12:15 p.m.)
At 12:15 p.m., we’ll head to the National Building Museum to explore its galleries until 1:30 p.m., when we’ll enjoy a private docent-led tour. The museum celebrates architecture, design, engineering, and construction through immersive exhibits and hands-on experiences that inspire creativity and curiosity.

GADD will cover the docent tour fee for attendees.
Attendees are responsible for the $10 museum admission fee.

🚆 Return Trip
After the tour, attendees can walk back to Gallery Place and return via Metro to New Carrollton — or make their own arrangements if preferred.
Flexibility:
Join us for the full day, or meet us at either at the Lutron Studio or at the Museum — whichever fits your schedule best!
💡 Costs Covered by Attendees:

Transportation
Lunch
$10 museum admission

If you are interested in attending, please email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com.

ADU/Sherwin-Williams CEU Lunch & Learn
2025-10-30 11:00 - 13:00
Greater Annapolis Design District (GADD) members are invited to a CEU Lunch & Learn: How Culture Influences Color on October 30th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. hosted by GADD members ADU and Sherwin -Williams. Lunch will be provided. See the flyer below for more details. To RSVP, email rita@adu.com.

Annual Membership Drive & Networking Event
2025-11-06 17:30 - 19:30
Our annual Membership Drive & Networking Event will be held at the Annapolis Market House on Thursday, November 6th from 5:30-7:30p.m. where current and prospective members are invited to meet, mingle, and make new connections. Bring a guest who may be interested in learning more about GADD!
Enjoy appetizers and beverages during the evening.
*Appetizers sponsored by Home Depot Design Center
Each year, GADD hosts this Membership Drive to welcome new members and encourage current members to renew. Please note that all memberships expire on December 31st.
To RSVP, go to https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7sts47k.

Fall Networking Mingle @ Atlas Marble & Tile
2025-11-11 17:00 - 19:00

Design & Discover: Earn 3 AIA LU/HSW Credits + Networking Happy Hour @ TW Perry
2025-11-12 14:00 - 18:30
Earn 3 AIA LU/HSW credits in one day, then relax with wine, beer & appetizers at TW Perry’s showroom happy hour! To RSVP, click HERE.

November Book Study Meeting
2025-11-19 17:30 - 18:30
Our next Book Study takes place Wednesday, November 19th at 5:30 p.m. at the Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library (1410 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401). This session, we’ll be diving into The Eyes of the Skin by Juhani Pallasmaa—a thought-provoking exploration of how our senses shape the experience of design.

Whether you’ve read the whole book or just want to join the discussion, everyone is welcome!

The book is available on Amazon. There is also a free PDF of the book: https://storyboards-conceptart-2.weebly.com/…/pallasmaa….

**Open to all GADD member employees—**bring a colleague, share ideas, and spark new inspiration.

Have a book recommendation for our next study? Email denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com.

Pin this in your breakroom and help spread the word!

Let’s explore how design comes alive beyond the page—see you there!

GADD Monthly Happy Hour & Networking
2025-12-04 17:30 - 19:30
Let’s Get Together and Get to Know Each Other Better!

Members and guests are invited to join us on the first Thursday of every month from 5:30pm-7:30pm for a casual Happy Hour & Networking opportunity.

The location will change monthly so be sure to check out the flyer for details.

Members – Free | Non-Members – $10

To RSVP, click HERE.

December Book Study Meeting
2025-12-17 17:30 - 18:30
The December Book Study meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 17th at 5:30 p.m. We’ll be diving into our next pick, The Book of Tea by Okakura Kakuzo.
🌟 Important Update:
We’re excited to switch up our meeting location! Moving forward, all Book Study gatherings will take place at:
49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
49 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401
This book is 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 denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com.
Happy reading! 📖✨

GADD Monthly Happy Hour & Networking
2026-01-08 17:30 - 19:30
Let’s Get Together and Get to Know Each Other Better!
Our monthly Happy Hour, normally held on the first Thursday of each month, has been moved to Wednesday, January 8th due to the New Year’s Day holiday.
Members – Free | Non-Members – $10

The location will change monthly so be sure to check out the flyer for details.

To RSVP, click HERE.

January Book Study Meeting
2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:30
The January Book Study meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 21st at 5:30 p.m. We’ll be diving into our next pick,The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.
🌟 Reminder:
All Book Study gatherings will take place at:
49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
49 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401
This book is 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 denise@greaterannapolisdesigndistrict.com.
Happy reading! 📖✨

Casino Royale Night @ Ferguson's Annapolis Showroom
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30
Greater Annapolis Design District (GADD) members are invited to kick off the New Year in style at Ferguson’s Casino Royale Night!
Join us at Ferguson’s Annapolis Showroom, located at 302 Harry S. Truman Pkwy., Suite M, Annapolis, MD 21401, on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30–7:30 PM.
Enjoy an evening of great food, laughter, exciting prizes, and high-stakes fun.
To RSVP by January 20th, click HERE.

Annapolis Home Magazine Design Symposium
2026-02-18 16:00 - 18:00
Annapolis Home Magazine is hosting a “Designing the 21st Century Home” symposium on February 18th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.. at the Graduate Hilton located at 126 West St., Annapolis. Reception to follow. See flyer for details. To RSVP, click HERE.
