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My City, My Home
Thursday, October 18th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Saturdays, October 20 at 2:30 PM
Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Branch, Poe Room. 400 Cathedral Street
This event honors the winners of the 2012 Baltimore City Senior Citizens Poetry Contest. The winners of the Bcontest are Barbara Morrison, first place; Helen Szymkowiak, second place; Kate Richardson, third place; and Mary Dozier, honorable mention. They will read from their winning entries at this Free Fall Baltimore event. Carla Dupree, one of the contest judges, will present a special tribute to her friend Lucille Clifton, former Maryland poet laureate.
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Sports Saturdays: Ravens vs. Texans, Week 7
Wednesday, October 17th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Sunday’s Week 7 matchup between the Ravens and Texans can make or break our beloved Ravens season. Though we are still in the first half of the regular season, the outcome of this game may foreshadow the future of our post season. Brandishing a just recently blemished record of 5-1, the Texans lead the AFC South, making them a clear obstacle for the Ravens in their quest for the AFC title.
Will Ray Rice and the Ravens muscle their way to the end zone in Houston? Only one way to find out. Tune into CBS at 1pm on October 21st to see the Ravens take on the Texans at Reliant Stadium!
Tags: #AFC, #Football, #NFL, #Ravens
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5th Annual Harbor Harvest
Tuesday, October 16th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
October 20, 2012 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
West Shore Park
300-400 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
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Join Waterfront Partnership for the 5th Annual Harbor Harvest on Saturday, October 20th from 10am to 2pm at West Shore Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music by Recess Monkey, an IKEA urban pumpkin patch, a hay maze, pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, face painting, games, arts and crafts, food trucks, drinks and more! RSVP for a free Harbor Harvest tote bag for kids (while supplies last). Harbor Harvest is sponsored by IKEA and Harborplace & The Gallery.
The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 21st.
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Dive In, Baltimore!
Sunday, October 14th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks is working on a long-term plan for its pool system. YOU are a critical part of this process. Discuss current conditions of the pools and strategies for improvements. Join us for one of four public meetings.
For more information, visit diveinbaltimore.com.
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Food and Mood
Saturday, October 13th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Find out how food can affect your mood and ways to enhance mental clarity, improve energy, and overall sense of well being through your nutrition. This event will take place on October 17, 2012 at MAC Harbor East. The cost is $10. Go here for more information.
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5th Annual Harbor Harvest
Tuesday, October 9th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
October 20, 2012 | 10:00am – 2:00pm
West Shore Park
300-400 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Join Waterfront Partnership for the 5th Annual Harbor Harvest on Saturday, Oct. 20th from 10a.m.-2p.m. at West Shore Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music by Recess Monkey, an IKEA urban pumpkin patch, a hay maze, pony rides, a petting zoo, arts and crafts, food trucks and more! Be sure to RSVP to the event for a free Harbor Harvest tote bag for kids while supplies last. Harbor Harvest is sponsored by IKEA and Harborplace & The Gallery.
The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 21st.
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Explore Baltimore: Hollins Harvest Fall Festival
Friday, October 5th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Sunday, October 7 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Eastern side of Hollins Market, 26 S. Arlington Avenue
The Hollins Roundhouse Neighborhood Association presents a celebration of the fall harvest, good food, good neighbors and healthy living in the historic Hollins Market neighborhood. Highlights include two puppet performances by the Black Cherry Puppet Theater as well as a puppet-making workshop; a circus performance by Charm City Movement Arts; a farmer’s market with a fresh food cook-off; an open-air Zumba lesson; free health testing, cookbooks, and information; arts & crafts; food vendors; beer & wine available at local restaurants.
For more information, visit hollinsroundhouse.org.
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Sports Saturdays: Grants Available for Youth-Led Community Organizing Groups
Thursday, October 4th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Workshops Saturday, October 6 at 10:30 AM and Tuesday, October 9 at 5:30 PM
Youth As Resources, 2 E Read Street, 8th Floor
Youth (up to age 21) in Baltimore City and County who want to put their community building ideas into action are invited to apply for funding. Grants range from $500 to $3,500 and are available for community organizing programs that are created and carried out by young people. Applicants are required to attend one of the two workshops and must be represented by one or two youth and no more than one optional adult. The application deadline is on Friday, November 16 at 5:00 p.m.
For more information, call 410-576-9551.
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Explore Baltimore: La Plaza Hispana
Thursday, October 4th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Saturday, October 6 and Sunday, October 7 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Fells Point, 500 S. Broadway
Education Based Latino Outreach (EBLO) celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month at the Fells Point Fun Festival, offering continuous entertainment with live performances by professional dance troupes and bands. La Plaza Hispaña is a “real” Latin block party!
For more information, visit www.latinofest.org or call 410-563-3160.
Sowebo Landmark 5K
Sunday, October 7 at 9:00 AM (Registration starts at 7:45 AM)
Mencken House 1524 Hollins Street
Step up and join us as we celebrate the 2nd Annual Sowebo Landmark 5k. Union Square Park will host a FREE community health fair including great music, delicious food, health & safety information, and health screenings. FREE fun for the whole family.
For more information, visit hollinsroundhouse.org.
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Wacky Wednesday: Afternoon Tea with Paddington Bear
Wednesday, October 3rd, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Wednesday, October 10 at 4:00 PM
Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue
Kids can explore the story of Paddington Bear, from his beginnings in Peru to his subsequent travels around the world. Emphasis will be placed on his Hispanic heritage, in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month. Sip tea and eat marmalade snacks while hearing about Paddington Bear’s travels. For more information, email sel@prattlibrary.org.
2012 Women’s Business Forum: “Rescuing Superwoman…Focusing on our Health and Lifestyle”
Thursday, October 11, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Vollmer Center at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue
The event is free and registration is required. RSVP your attendance before Friday, October 5th by calling the Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-Owned Business Development at 410-396-3818.
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