Explore Baltimore
Charm City Night Market
Monday, September 17th, 2018 by The Professor
What: Charm City Night Market
Where: Historic Chinatown– 200 Park Ave
When: Saturday, September 22, 2018 at 4:00 p.m- 11:00pm
The Charm City Night Market, happening this Saturday, will be the first of hopefully many future Lunar Mid-Autumn Festivals that will be taking place in Baltimore, spanning from the Lexington Market to Park Avenue. Learn about the Chinese culture by listening to the music–not to mention, a WLOY favorite, Cecilia Grace will be performing on the main stage at 5:00pm. Take a moment to experience the art, whether that be in the form of jewelry or lanterns (maybe even buy a few things). And also make sure to take advantage of my favorite part of any culture, and taste as much of the food as your wallet allows. Take a sneak of what there is to offer by accessing their instagram @charmcitynightmarket.
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Explore Baltimore: Trevor Noah Comes to Town
Wednesday, October 11th, 2017 by The Professor
What: Trevor Noah in Baltimore
Where: Hippodrome at Franc-Merrik Pac
When: November 4th at 7- 10pm (Unfortunately, the other date is sold out!)
The South African television, radio host and comedian, Trevor Noah, will be making an appearance in Baltimore! The host of The Daily Show will be doing stand-up comedy at the Hippodrome, and has already SOLD OUT one show, forcing them to book another date! SO YOU ARE IN LUCK! But hurry, the last show sold out in two days.
Trevor Noah has become one of the leading figures in modern pop culture and media. In his short time with The Daily Show, he has been able to accomplish so much in satirical political commentary– including getting a White House interview with Former President Barack Obama. He also finished the first quarter of 2017 with one of the highest rating The Daily Show has ever seen. If you can’t make at to his stand-up show, I encourage you to check out his work! He is a talented commentator, and performer.
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Explore Baltimore: Chesapeake Crab Festival
Thursday, August 10th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Chesapeake Crab and Beer Festival
Where: 300 Waterfront Street, National Harbor
When: August 19th, 11am-3pm & 5pm to 9pm
Sometimes being a little crabby is not such a bad thing, especially if you’re going to the Chesapeake Crab and Beer Festival. Come take part in the fourth annual Maryland festival. With your ticket you will be able to taste over 50 beers and wines and several spirits. Not to mention, there will be over 30,000 crabs that will be offered to you six different times over the four hours of the show: you can also buy other great food options ala carte (unfortunately, with little to no vegetarian options).
The event will take place rain or shine, and will consist of two sessions– one from 11am to 3pm and the other from 5pm to 9pm. In addition to live music, arts and crafts, and various family-friendly activities, there will be 5k run. This way you work off all the food you just consumed. Buy your tickets here or buy at the door for an elevated price.
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Explore Baltimore: Common Ground
Friday, July 28th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Common Ground Cafe & Coffee
Where: 819 W 36th St
When: 7am-5pm Everyday
Let me let you in on a little tip: Common Ground is the best place in the world. No matter what you get at this place, you WILL enjoy it. I whole heartedly suggest walking in and just ordering the first thing you read because it’s guaranteed to be good. Common Ground has a little bit of everything from coffee to New York style bagels to sandwiches to vegan/vegetarian options. My personal favorite is the BLT on a sun-dried tomato bagel, which the friendly servers suggested I try one time. This combo did not disappoint and I am now hooked on it, craving my new favorite sandwich basically 24/7. If your not a meat person, then try out Common Ground’s other classics like the Avenue Powerhouse, which is homemade hummus, mixed greens, tomatoes and cucumbers, or go for the quiche of the day. Whatever you decide on, grab a delicious coffee with it (and maybe even use one of Common Ground’s WLOY mugs) and sit down to enjoy the great atmosphere of this amazing cafe.
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Explore Baltimore: Artscape
Wednesday, July 5th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Artscape
Where: Mount Royal Ave, Cathedral St, Charles St, Bolton Hill, Station North Arts & Entertainment District
When: Friday, July 21st- Sunday, July 23rd
Averaging over 350,000 attendees annually, Artscape has become Baltimore’s largest free arts festivals, and it’s FREE! This year Artscape will be “Camp Artscape” Adventure Awaits”–as, like summer camp, Artscape has been something that festival-goers have been looking forward to all year.
The festival will feature over 150 fine artists, fashion designers and craftspeople. Additionally, there will be visual and performing art exhibits on and off-site: this will include outdoor sculptures, art cars, photography, live concerts, dance and theater acts, as well as, the Janet & Walter Sondheim Prize. And we can’t forget the delicious international menu of food and beverages that will be available all weekend.
You can read more about the festival here.
Article by Lindsey Zapata
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Explore Baltimore: Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
Monday, July 3rd, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
Where: 216 Emory St
When: Hours
You know his name, you know the legend, but you have to come to the Babe Ruth Birthplace to know his whole, inspiring story. Called a must-see for baseball fans, this museum honoring the Great Bambino is located in his childhood home, showcasing some of his most meaningful memorabilia, like his bat from the 1927 season. Learn about what it was like for Babe to grow up in Baltimore, how he became such an amazing player, how he balanced his career and his family, and how his legend lives on through TV. By the end of you day, you’ll be able to write a book on the Great Bambino!
The fun at the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum doesn’t stop there though. The museum honors Babe’s passion for baseball by celebrating the sport itself through several of its exhibits. Check out the 500 Home Run Club, complete with jerseys and memorabilia for the featured players. Love the history of the sport more? Then check out the exhibit, O Say Can You See: The Star Spangled Banner in Sports, which explores our anthem’s place in sports and honors the War of 1812 in a film. With all these great exhibits, your love of baseball OR Babe won’t be let down at the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum.
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Explore Baltimore: Free Yoga
Tuesday, June 27th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Free Yoga
Where: 699 Washington Pl
When: Every Saturday through the summer
Come out to Mount Vernon Place whatever Saturday you feel like it for some fun, free yoga! Sponsored by the Conservancy, this weekly event will wake you up the healthy way while offering some great views and lessons. No matter what your experience with yoga is, Jude Asher, the amazing instructor, will lead you to a great time. Maybe, if you keep coming out, you can even master the skills of yoga! Just grab your yoga mat and some water and head over to the East Square to do some Sun Salutations in the sun.
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Explore Baltimore: FlowerMart Festival
Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
Where: Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl.
When: Friday, May 5th, 11am- Saturday, May 6th, 9pm
Embrace Spring the best way possible at the FlowerMart Festival! Baltimore is bringing back everyone’s favorite Spring kickoff, but adding in some new twists this year. Come out and enjoy the classic celebration by buying and smelling the beautiful flowers, looking about amazing crafts, or eating the traditional flower festival food. This means there will be plenty of fun favorites like lemon peppermint sticks, Spring hats, mosaics, jewelry, and even a children’s camp.
As if all these FlowerMart Festival traditions weren’t enough, there are plenty of cool new things this year. Try out some new food like the RAW BAR! oysters, or crab cakes, or Thai food. Bringing a pet to enjoy the day with? Don’t worry, this year The Dog Chef will be serving up treats for you animal too! Once, you and you’re pet are stuffed and tired of smelling all the roses, head over to one of the two stages that will have lives regional artists of all genres playing. New entertainment and old traditions makes FlowerMart Festival the perfect mix to celebrate Springtime.
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Explore Baltimore: The Food Market
Friday, April 21st, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: The Food Market
Where: 1017 W 36th St.
When: Sun-Thurs, 5pm-11pm Fri & Sat, 5pm-12am
The Food Market loves to cook up some comfort food, but make it gourmet. Described as a place for foodies to feel their exotic side, this restaurant and its award-winning chef, Chad Gauss, combine regular ingredients with irregular and “unparalleled” techniques. Gauss, who has been sharing his love for cooking since the age of 14, adds a twist on classic foods. In the mood for something like pizza or chicken finger? Well try them twist with menu options like crispy lobster fingers or a duck confit flatbread. But if you’re not feeling that adventurous, The Food Market still has the basics like the boring caesar salad or a warm lobster roll. Regardless, this amazing food as well as the industrial-modern vibe create a full, enjoyable dining experience for everyone.
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Explore Baltimore: Bmore Into Comics
Wednesday, April 12th, 2017 by WLOY Staff
What: Bmore Into Comics Issue 13
Where: The Windup Space, 12 W North Ave.
When: Saturday April 15th, 1pm-6pm
Do you find comics interesting, but don’t know where to start? Do you love comics more than your life? No matter which end of the spectrum you fall on, Bmore Into Comics Issue 13 will be a great time for you. Hosted by Bmore Into Comics as part of a series of one day comic shows, this event will have all your comic needs featuring all your local comic creators. Meet the local comic masters, like Kata Kane and Rafer Roberts (who made this cool poster) to learn about their comics, their writing process, and then buy some for yourself. These great artists will be having several panels throughout the day about things like fashion in comics or color in comics. And later, don’t miss when things get spicy as the panelists compete to eat some of the world’s hottest wings while answering questions! If you don’t want this kind of spice in your life, then come out anyway for the laid back setting with a comics library. Sample some comics, make yourself comfortable, and stay to read as long as you want. No matter whether you’re there to get a taste of the comic book lifestyle or to hear your favorite local creators’ advice, Bmore Into Comics Issue 13 will be the coolest comic experience ever.
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