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Explore Baltimore: Hampden HalloweenFest
Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Halloween festival
Where: 36th Street
When: Monday, October 31st 5-8pm
Put on your best DIY costume and head over to The Avenue of Hampden for their annual Hampden HalloweenFest! With an emphasis on creativity and ingenuity, even if your costume isn’t crazy, seeing all the other crazy, funny, scary costumes is a sight to come out for.
Everyone is encouraged to come out between 5-6pm to trick-or-treat along all of the shops from 36th Street to part of Falls Road to part of Chestnut Avenue. After your pillowcases are stuffed with some treats, join in on the Costume Contest from 6:30-8pm in front of Ma Petite Shoe for not only the scariest costume, but also the prettiest and most creative ones. So to sum it up, free candy, a chance for a costume prize AND cool DIY costumes everywhere; that sounds like toe perfect Halloween to me!
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Explore Baltimore: Baltimore Basilica
Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Where: 409 Cathedral Street
When: Hours
As one of Baltimore’s most historic and beautiful building, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a must-see while in Baltimore. This Basilica was built in 1821 and renovated in 2006, creating the amazing neoclassical architecture that stands there today. Although the architecture of the building is a sight to see, there are so many other cultural attractions to Baltimore’s Basilica. They have educational guided tours, which feature the upper levels of the church, a museum full of the history of the Basilica, and a prayer garden. All these destinations within the Basilica match the beauty of the building itself. So request your tour here and enjoy the aesthetic and cultural beauty of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary!
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Explore Baltimore: The Walters Art Museum
Monday, October 24th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Art and Experience in Medieval Europe: An Exhibit
Where: The Walters Art Museum (600 N Charles St.)
When: Exhibit: Now-January 8th, Special Event: Thursday November 3rd, 5-9pm
Get transported back to a time full of bird songs, fiddles, and fancy dresses with the new exhibit currently on loan to The Walters Art Museum. With over 100 pieces of art form European Medieval Times, this exhibit is called “A feast for the senses”. All of these amazing pieces represent life in the 13th century and show how art can trigger all the senses in one diverse collection.
As if this historically beautiful exhibit wasn’t enough for you to come out, then Game Night at the Walters sure will be! Featuring some great board games from all time periods influenced by Medieval Times, you’ll have fun and learn all about the history. Play some Medieval games surrounded by Medieval art, or just come out to lean all about the time period. Get your free tickets for this event here and be sure to check out the exhibit!
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Explore Baltimore: The Arthouse
Friday, October 21st, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Pizza and art
Where: The Arthouse (1115 W. 36th Street)
When: Monday-Thursday, 4-10pm Friday-Saturday, 12pm-12am Sunday, 12pm-10pm
Hidden within all of Hampden’s great food options is The Arthouse, a cute little pizzeria with an artisan twist. This restaurant offers various brick oven pizzas from the classic Margherita to the interesting blueberry and brie. Known for their perfect crust, The Arthouse has mastered the brick oven pizza, which is being raved about all over Baltimore. With some amazing artisan pizzas (and some other foods if you don’t like pizza but who doesn’t like pizza) as well as amazing staff members this place will have you coming back for more.
If the great food wasn’t enough to keep you coming back, then the vibe sure will. With the perfect lighting and furniture to make you feel cool and comfortable, you’re dining experience is about more than just the food. The Arthouse also showcases local artwork up for sale, making it dinner with a view. At The Arthouse, it’s all about the artisan helping the artist, but with some great food too!
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Explore Baltimore: Anime Night at The Charles Theatre
Thursday, October 20th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Movie night!
When: Wednesdays at 9pm, Fridays at 10pm, & Saturdays at 11am
Where: Charles Theatre (1711 N. Charles St., Baltimore, Md 21210)
Looking for something to do this weekend? Tired of watching Netflix in your dorm room? Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday The Charles Theatre will be showing a variety of anime movies- so stop in and check one out! Even if anime isn’t usually your first choice feature, showings at the Charles are a perfect chance to try something a little different. Features include films from studio Ghibli as well as many other various titles. The Anime night schedule is available here and features the dates and films playing up until December 31st. So check out the website, pick the flick that best suits you, and enjoy a fun night out at this historic Baltimorean venue.
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Explore Baltimore: American Visionary Art Museum Halloween Celebration
Wednesday, October 19th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Fall Halloween Celebration
Where: American Visionary Art Museum (800 Key Highway)
When: Thursday, October 27th, 5-7pm
Trying to get in the Halloween spirit but don’t have the funds? Then head over to the American Visionary Art Museum for their free Halloween celebration! With a bunch of activities scheduled, you’re guaranteed to have a fun, free time for this Halloween season.
Go tour the wacky museum anytime during the event with free admission and explore some of AVAM’s new exhibits. Or if you’re feeling creative, make a free “Lumin-Eeries” lantern (as pictured) with all supplies provided by the workshop. Then, use your latern to light your way as you get cozy on the hill for the free showing of Young Frankenstein. With all these events, it’s easy to pick your poison and get spooky!
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Explore Baltimore: Comedy Open Mic
Tuesday, October 18th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: OKAY Comedy Open Mic Night
Where: Joe Squared (33 W North Ave)
When: Thursday October 20th, 9pm-1am
Joe Squared, a family-owned restaurant featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, is dedicated to marrying food with music and community. That’s why this Thursday they will be hosting a Comedy Open Mic Night. Between the great food, the great acts, and the great local art this night and atmosphere is destined to be an amazing night. Presented by OKAY Recordings, this night is about the comedy and the community.
But if you come out, make sure to get some red risotto or truffle oil pizza and eat in class while watching people tell some great jokes. With some of Baltimore best pizza made with local goods, the food might even be better than the entrainment. Maybe, you can be as good as the food though and make the crowd laugh. Sign ups are at 8:30pm, so make sure to get there early if you want to perform.
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Explore Baltimore: Great Halloween Lantern Parade
Monday, October 17th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: 17th Great Halloween Lantern Parade & Festival
Where: Patterson Park
When: Saturday October 29th, 3:30pm-8:30pm
Come out to the 17th Annual Great Halloween Lantern Parade & Festival in Patterson Park to kick off your Halloween festivities! Led by Creative Alliance’s Artesanas Mexicanas, you will learn about the traditions of the Day of the Dead and celebrate it with a beautiful lantern parade.
The festival features many other event besides the lantern parade, which everyone is welcome to march in. They also have lantern workshops, hayrides, food trucks, live music and costume contests. You can find the whole schedule of events here. So come on out in your costume, make a lantern, eat some food and celebrate the Day of Dead and its traditions!
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Explore Baltimore: The Bun Shop
Friday, October 14th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Bake goods
Where: 239 West Read Street
When: Everyday, 7am-3am
Looking for a cool new study spot? Then check out the The Bun Shop! Serving coffee until 3am, this cute cafe is that perfect place to pull off your late night studies. The Bun Shop sells buns of all different styles. Whether you’re in the mood for something savory or sweet, they have a bunch of options to choose from baked fresh every day. If the many food options aren’t enough, they also have several amazing coffee drinks and ton of tea.
If the food isn’t reason enough to visit this cafe, then the adorable set up is sure to win your heart. With ables and couches, there’s some great options of where to sit and enjoy your coffee or bun. Not to mention the couches are definitely great for sitting there and doing homework for hours. There electric collection of antique pieces will have you feeling at home the second you walk in. So come out and find your new home (and studying place), but with better coffee and food!
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Explore Baltimore: Baltimore Running Festival
Wednesday, October 12th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Annual Running Festival
Where: M&T Stadium
When: Saturday, October 15th 8am
Considered one of the best races on the East Coast, the Baltimore Running Festival will have you sweating and smiling! This amazing race offers five different distances to choose from, so there’s an option for everyone, no matter what running level they’re at. No matter which route you choose, you get to run through the scenic Inner Harbor and charming streets of Fell’s Point, making the run seem less like a workout anymore like a tour.
If you hate running (like me), then come on out to cheer on your friends and enjoy the Inner Harbor, or even volunteer to help out at M&T. Either way, you’re sure to have a blast at this festival. So register for Baltimore Running Festival here and get a free Under Armor shirt!
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