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Theater Thursday: Spotlighters Theatre
Thursday, November 25th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Have you been doing too much reading? Have you been cooped up inside for too long? Lucky for you, the Spotlighters Theatre has the perfect remedy for both! From November 26th through December 19th, the theater will be performing “Stage Blood,” a play within a play (within a play).
In the play, an acting troop perform Hamlet as things backstage begin to mirror the actions of the play. If you aren’t up for the real version of Hamlet, or just want a short but hilarious version of the original, this mix of murder, infidelity, and betrayal is sure to be a great fix.
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Wacky Wednesday: Bingo World
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
As their website touts, Baltimore is home to Bingo World, the biggest bingo jackpots of the Mid-Atlantic. Every night, $20,000 is given out amongst the winners. Now, that’s a pretty good game of Bingo.
So, why not take a break from all the stress and go play a friendly game of Bingo? Open every day at 10 AM, with at least three official bingo sessions per day, you have the potential to spend just a little and win a lot! That’s not even mentioning the 15-minute intermission filled with a medley of other chances to win.
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Tourism Tuesday: USS Constellation
Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Thanksgiving is a time for reflection, so why not reflect aboard a ship from the Civil War? Rife with historical importance, stepping aboard the USS Constellation, the last all-sail, wooden warship built by the US Navy, is a great way to discover and explore. And of course, where else is better for reflection than the water?
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Museum Monday: Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
Monday, November 22nd, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Looking to learn mor
e about Baltimore’s unique history and fame? What better place than the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum. After all, it’s on the museum’s 40 acres that the first commercial long-distance track was born, giving us the nation’s truly unique railroad system.
From taking (holiday) train rides, climbing into a steam locomotive, watching toy trains pass through the garden, and viewing railroad movies in theater cars, there’s plenty to keep you busy at the museum. You’ll be amidst history as you look through nearly 200 pieces of rolling stock and locomotives and thousands of small artifacts like pocket watches, communication devices, lanterns, and dining car china that cover the start of American railroading in 1830 through present day.
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Sports Saturdays: Ravens-Steelers Indoor Tailgate
Saturday, November 20th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
The biggest rivalry in Baltimore sports is coming. On December 5, Baltimore’s favorite team, the Baltimore Ravens, are playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers – this game will definitely be one that you will want to watch. If you don’t have tickets and hate sitting at home, head on down to the Sports Legends Museum at Camden Yards for the Ravens-Steelers Indoor Tailgate. Leave your grill and cooler at home, and let the Sports Legends Museum provide everything!
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Food Fridays: Holy Frijoles
Friday, November 19th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Have you eaten too much in Boulder lately and now need some spice in your life? Start with tonight’s dinner! Head on over to Holy Frijoles for some authentic Mexican cuisine! Hoy Frijoles is located in the heart of Hampden, which is only a short drive from Loyola’s campus and a perfect place for a quick escape from the average school cafeteria.
Holy Frijoles has a wide variety of Mexican fodder, including every type of taco, burrito, chimichanga and enchilada there is, but it doesn’t end there! You can view and/or download the menu at their website.
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Theater Thursday: The Mobtown Theater
Thursday, November 18th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
It may be getting hectic with Thanksgiving around the corner and other holidays following soon after, but we all need a few hours to get away from the impending school exams or crowding shopping malls, right? The Mobtown Theater provides the perfect opportunity.
An intimate theater noted for it’s tradition of giving many companies their first performance space, you never quite know what you’ll find at The Mobtown Theater. The first weekend of December the Baltimore Improv Group will return to the stage with their “Back2Back 2” improv show.
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Wacky Wednesday: Wreath-Making Shindig and the Merry Mart
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Are you beginning to feel that holiday spirit nipping at your nose? Now, you can get ready with the Wreath-Making Shindig and The Merry Mart thanks to The Creative Alliance at the Patterson.
At the Wreath-Making Shindig, hosted by Chip Simpson, you’ll be able to decorate your own personalized wreath along enjoying some wine, a country-style buffet, and a live bluegrass band to set the mood
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Tourism Tuesday: Sherwood Gardens
Tuesday, November 16th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Whether you’re a fan of autumn or just the all-around nice November weather we’ve been having, you’re sure to fall in love with Sherwood Gardens.
First created in the 1920s as a hobby for local conservationist John W. Sherwood, Sherwood Gardens has become known as the most famous tulip garden in North America. About 80,000 tulip bulbs are planted each year along with a wide variety of rare trees and spectacular sights.
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Museum Monday: “Andy Warhol: The Last Decade”
Monday, November 15th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
The Baltimore Museum of Art is featuring a special exhibit of famed American
painter, filmmaker, commercial illustrator, author, and record producer Andy Warhol. It’s hard not to know some medium of his work.
From now through January 9th, you can explore Warhol’s artwork from the last decade of his life, including special collections like his psychologically revealing self-portraits, camouflage paintings and variations on da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”
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