Explore Baltimore
Museum Mondays: National Great Blacks in Wax Museum
Monday, June 17th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm / Sunday Noon-6pm
1601-03 East North Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21213
If you haven’t been to the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum yet, you need to make sure you get to it. This museum is extremely unique and culturally dynamic due to its human-like preservation of significant men and women in African American History. The museum offers a unique perspective by also highlighting individuals in African American History whose contributions were great but often go unnoticed in most history lessons. It also offers guided tours for individuals and groups. Admission prices range from $11-13 dollars, with discounts offered to college students and senior citizens. Be sure to check out this culturally unique Baltimore landmark.
For more information, visit the museum’s website.
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Sport Saturdays: Summer Rowing Camp
Saturday, June 15th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Applications Due Monday, June 17th
Baltimore Rowing Club 3301 Waterview Avenue
Calling all kids between 6th and 9th grade! The Baltimore Rowing Club is offering a summer camp from Monday June 24th to Friday July 19th on weekdays from 9am to 1pm. If you’re interesting in rowing competitively in high school, this would be a great opportunity for you. This camp will allow students to row in Olympic-style rowing shells, learn to or improve their swimming ability, and meet new friends with similar interests. The cost per camper is $25, which includes a healthy snack.
For application forms or more information, call (410)913-3733, email judd.anderson23@gmail.com, or visit baltimorerowing.org
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Food Fridays: Golden West Cafe
Friday, June 14th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
The Ave. in Hampden
1105 W 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211
Ayo, other Baltimore restaurants, imma let you finish, but Golden West Cafe has the BEST food of all time. At least that’s what Kanye West said, and I’m gonna have to agree with him. But in all seriousness, are you looking for a chill bar and restaurant to hang out at? Do you like live music for a cheap price? Then Golden West Cafe is the place for you. This laid back cafe serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert and always has good, unique beer on tap. They have a great collection of vegetarian and vegan food, and culturually unique food and drinks. This cafe can serve anything from your burger to burrito craving. Plus, on various nights throughout the summer, this cafe has events that range from concerts to drag shows! Looking for a quirky, eclectic hangout? Then check out Golden West in Hampden! You won’t regret it!
For a menu and schedule of events, check out Golden West’s website.
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Theater Thursdays: The Screen Painters w/ Little Castles
Thursday, June 13th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Thursday, June 20th
Creative Alliance at the Patterson
An artform born and raised here in good ol’ Bawlmore, Screen Painting is celebrating its 100th birthday (hey, that’s 10 times more than us!). To celebrate this unique and beautiful art form, the film The Screen Painters will be shown at the Creative Alliance at the Patterson. In short, homeowners would commission screen painters to create intricate designs on the doors of local homes so that passersby could not see in. Following the film will be a discussion with cinematographer Richard Chilsom and other scholars. The film is $12 dollars and will also feature the premiere of the film Little Castles – a film on Baltimore’s Formstone. Be sure to join the Creative Alliance again on Saturday, June 22nd for a tour of the Painted Screens of East Baltimore, costings $35. This event, unique to Baltimore, is one you certainly do not want to miss.
For more information, visit the Creative Alliance’s website.
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Wacky Wednesdays: Baltimore Pride
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Friday, June 14th to Sunday, June 16th
Mount Vernon Neighborhood and Druid Hill Park
Looking to attend a giant, exciting, and diverse celebration? Friday June 14th to Sunday June 16th will be Baltimore’s Pride Celebration. This annual gathering aims to honor and celebrate the growing diversity of the Baltimore community and state of Maryland. This three-day festival will include a parade, block party, and various musical performances, among other things. The events don’t stop during the day, however, as various clubs host exciting parties to keep the celebration going. Think you’re queen enough? Then strap on your highest pair of heels, and join in this weekend of non-stop entertainment.
For a detailed schedule and additional information, visit the Baltimore Pride website.
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Sports Saturday: Mud Run?
Sunday, March 17th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Have you ever wanted to push yourself to the max? On May 5th, your dreams may finally come true.
Straight from the website, www.TerrapinMudRun.com, they say,
“Terrapin Adventures is teaming up with Playworks Baltimore to put together a 5K mud run to help raise money to bring recess to schools in the Baltimore area. The Terrapin and the Hare Mud Run is a fun, high intensity, obstacle course run through the woods of Savage, Maryland.
Starting at Terrapin Adventures, the Terrapin and the Hare will include 5 Kilometers of very tough terrain and will contain obstacles such as, climbing walls, tires, webs, and, of course, mud. This race is not for the weak of heart. If you like a challenge and some food topped off with a beer from the Rams Head Tavern at the finish, then the Terrapin and the Hare is the race for you. Come run, jump, climb and get muddy for recess on May 6. Bringing the family? Playworks coaches will provide games and activities for the kids while you run the course.”
So what else is there really to say but, “I am going for it, Anthony (that’s me, the Sports Director)”
For more information, go to www.TerrapinMudRun.com for prices and sign up information.
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Sports Saturdays: Tuesday and Thursday Runs at Goucher College
Saturday, March 16th, 2013 by WLOY Staff
Sometimes, it is better to actually participate in an athletic activity than just catch the highlights on ESPN. Sometimes, it is better to just try and meet some friends and run somewhere.
Yes, running, America’s Past Time….I mean, America’s…thing we should all do once and a while.
At Goucher College, every Tuesdays and Thursdays, the BRRC Club runs along the trails that surround Goucher. Goucher graciously allows for private individuals to coordinate with each other and take recreational runs together. Runs are mostly at night and it is often smart to check ahead of time to make sure their is a run going on.
Now, the event is perfect for all levels. Beginners will often be able to run with each other and as you get more comfortable, along with your body becoming more acclimated to long distance running, you can move up with the next level and so on.
It is a great way to relax and de-stress and happens to be on key days of the week when stress is at its maximum
For more information and if interested, email brrcinfo@gmail.com.
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Theater Thursday: The Polar Express 4D Experience at the National Aquarium!
Thursday, December 13th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
You are invited on an extraordinary 4D adventure this holiday season on THE POLAR EXPRESS! When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Featured in digital 3D and brought to life with 4D multi-sensory effects, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy this holiday season.
When: Daily, 12PM-12AM. Show times vary. Runs until January 1st!
Where: 501 E Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD
For more information, please visit http://baltimore.org
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Wacky Wednesday: Holiday Festival of Trains and Toys!
Wednesday, December 12th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Weekend train rides with Santa continue through December 23 (times vary)! Activities continue throughout the season, including crafts, an indoor carousel, holiday story time, and live entertainment. Don’t miss out on the last of the holiday festivities!
Follow this link for detailed dates and times, or a complete list of upcoming events.
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Tourism Tuesday: Moscow Ballet’s Russian Nutcracker in Baltimore!
Tuesday, December 11th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker 20th anniversary production overflows with holiday delight! See the spectacular all new “Dove of Peace” where 2 dancers become one stunning bird, a Christmas tree that grows 7 stories tall, 40 top Russian dancers, falling snow, charming silk puppets and more all set to Tchaikovsky’s complete score.
When: December 14, 2012 – December 15, 2012 | 7:30pm – 7:00pm
Where: 12 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
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