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Friday, April 29th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
Baltimore gets a lot of hype for developing some of the best lacrosse talent in the nation, but what is underappreciated is the amount of talent that Baltimore has generated on the hardwood. From NBA scoring champion, to FIBA World Champion, to NCAA Champion, Baltimore has produced a number of guys who have gone on to have success at the next level around the world.
Carmelo Anthony: Arguably the most famous athlete from Baltimore is New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony. Anthony is a 9 time all-star, 2 time Olympic Gold Medal winner, and he led the NBA in scoring in 2013. Anthony started his career at Towson Catholic High School before transferring to Oak Hill Academy. Anthony went on to attend Syracuse University in 2003 where he led his team to an NCAA championship in his only year at the school. Anthony was selected No. 3 overall in the 2003 NBA draft by the Denver Nuggets. Anthony spent the first 8 years of his career in Denver before getting traded to the Knicks in 2011. Anthony has done a terrific job giving back to the Baltimore community as well. He hosts an annual 3-on-3 tournament called “Melo’s H.O.O.D.” (Holding Our Own Destiny). The purpose of this event is to help fund the revitalization of the local community center for the youth. He also founded “The Carmelo Anthony Youth Development Center”, which he donated $1.5 million to the Living Classrooms Foundation. (more…)
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Wacky Wednesday: Craft Festival
Thursday, April 28th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
Where: Maryland State Fair Grounds
When: April 29
Get a little crazy with crafts this weekend and stop on by the Maryland State Fair Ground and get crafty. There will be a variety of cool things to look at it and buy! Anythings from leather, to paintings to jewelry to photography. Perhaps some fine woodworking…. who knows you’ll have to go to find out! This festival will be covering all of the bases!
Head to the site because tickets are $8 online and $10 at the door, you’re gonna want that $2 to get some cool things. But children 12 and under are Free!
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Tourism Tuesday: Penguin Coast
Tuesday, April 26th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Penguin Coast
Where: Maryland Zoo
When: Hours
I am very excited to tell you about Penguin Coast at the Maryland Zoo and I think I might procrastinate on everything and go visit penguins. They are cute, they are friendly, and they look funny when they walk. I love them.
So waddle on down to the Maryland Zoo to see your favorite lil’ guys in the new exhibit. Penguin Coast features African penguins, this habitat is designed to replicate an African penguin’s environment on the South African Coast. Luckily for us humans, we will be able to get closer than ever and truly observe penguins with the new design. This is a great addition for both the penguins and their fans!
Go here to find out all the info about our lil’ penguins!
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Food Friday: Ekiben
Friday, April 22nd, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Ekiben
Where: 1622 Eastern Ave
When: mon thru saturday
I think everyone needs to stop on by Ekiben in Fells Point soon, and I mean yesterday… It is great. From taking Fells by food truck Ekiben, an “asian comfort food” (baltimoresun.com) destination, has moved up the ranks to an old fashioned store front! And we could not be more excited! As a smaller restaurant this could possibly be your new go to places in Fells Point for take-out. Go for The Original or the Neighborhood Bird with side of Tempura Broccoli to split with your friends you will not be disappointed!
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Theater Thursday: Emancipator
Thursday, April 21st, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Emancipator
Where: Baltimore Soundstage
When: April 23
Head down to Soundstage, a WLOY favorite, and see Emancipator!
Emancipator displays “etheric melodies, immaculately smooth samples, and addictive drum beats” (emancipatormusic.com), all Emancipator does is give off great vibes for the audience and listeners to enjoy. They incorporate violins–this, very much so, adding to the all around live performance. Give a listen to their newest album Seven Seas! Check this up and coming band while they are in Charm City!
Give em’ a listen here or check out tickets for the show here!
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Tourism Tuesday: Inner Harbor
Tuesday, April 19th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: The Inner Harbor
Where: The Inner Harbor
When: Whenever you want to go.
I think this might be the most vague Tourism Tuesday, but yes, the Inner Harbor in the spring is something that every tourist and Baltimorean should visit/experience. We have all been spoiled with this amazing weather the past couple of days so how can one not think of a harbor with sail boats, blue crab, water taxis and the taste of a cool drink down by the water.
The Inner Harbor is the place to go because not only do they offer excellent dining choices they also have a wealth of fun activities. Try out the water taxi with the family to see all of Baltimore’s sites, or hit up Ripley’s Believe It or Not, or just go for a nice walk around the harbor.
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Museum Monday: Thomas the Train
Monday, April 18th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Day Out With Thomas
Where: B&O Railroad Museum
When: April 29-May 1
How about some good old fashioned family fun? I think…yes. Double yes because it is with Thomas. I hope that when you were younger you shared the same obsession with Thomas the Train as I did and this event excites you as much as it excites me.
Bring your little ones from ages 2 and up to go for a fun train ride out in the sun. Along with the train ride there are several other activities to head towards. How about a picture with Sir Topham Hatt, or a magic acts, or even a moon bounce! There will also be carnival games and plenty of activities to keep you and your family busy throughout the day.
Click here for ticket information and full event details!
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Food Friday: Kooper’s Tavern
Friday, April 15th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Kooper’s Tavern Brunch
Where: Historic Fells Point
When: Hours
Come on down to fells this weekend…weather is to suppose to balm(y)… and head to Kooper’s Tavern for a great brunch option or lunch if you’re not and never-will-be-a-brunch-person.
I had the pleasure of brunching at Kooper’s this past weekend; I jump started my early afternoon with an excellent table look out onto Thames and the water in Historic Fells Point. And then dove into the Cream of Crab… perfect brunch starter right? But, the Cream of Crab was so delicious I would’ve ate a vat of it.
Kooper’s does have a mean brunch, I got the French toast with whip cream and cinnamon and it was simply perfect. Or bite into a Fish Sandwich for lunch; blackened Atlantic Cod, avocado (amazing), fried onion straws, and cilantro lime aioli make this the perfect sandwich.
Stop on by to Kooper’s this weekend!
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President’s Cup
Friday, April 15th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
Free baseball at Camden Yards? You heard that right! Come down to Oriole Park on Saturday April 16th at 1 pm to watch the 6th annual President’s Cup.
The President’s Cup is run by City Council President Bernard “Jack” Young and it features some of the best high school baseball talent in Baltimore.
If you cannot make it to the game, you can listen to it on wloy.org or 1620 AM. Brendan Pierce and Bobby Trosset have the call
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Theater Thursday: Beauty and The Beast
Thursday, April 14th, 2016 by WLOY Staff
What: Disney’s Beauty and The Beast
Where: Hippodrome Theater
When: May 10-15
It’s a tale as old as time… True as it can be… Beauty and The Beast…
You all know you know this song. Do not hide it. You love it.
Luckily for you The Beauty and The Beast musical is coming to Baltimore May 10-15 in the Hippodrome Theater!
Humm along as the french princess, Belle and the beastly prince, Beast find true love in an unexpected romance and as the Beast turns into a loving… (no spoilers here) The musical will feature all of the tracks from the classic Disney cartoon we all love and know. Smile along as Belle sings of her favorite books, or as teapot hosts the best dinner party you have ever seen!
Ever as the same… The Beauty and the Beast! You will not want to miss out on this classic! Click here for all of the information on the show and ticket sales!
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