Explore Baltimore
Food Fridays: Maritime Magic
Friday, September 14th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Friday, September 28 at 7:00 PM
Douglass-Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames Street
Join Living Classrooms Foundation for a night of magical music on Baltimore’s waterfront. Enjoy food and spirits donated by over 60 of the city’s top restaurants and caterers. And make sure to visit the online auction from September 19-October 5 to bid and support Living Classrooms.
For tickets or information, call 410-685-0295 ext. 209 or visit www.livingclassrooms.org
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Baltimore Book Festival
Tuesday, September 11th, 2012 by The Professor
Friday, September 28 and Saturday, September 29 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Sunday, September 30 from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Mt. Vernon Place, centered on 600 North Charles Street
The Baltimore Book Festival features hundreds of author appearances and book signings, 100+ exhibitors and booksellers, non-stop readings on multiple stages, cooking demos by celebrity chefs, poetry readings and workshops, panel discussions, walking tours, storytellers and hands-on projects for kids, street theater, live music, and a delicious variety of food, beer and wine.
For more information, visit www.baltimorebookfestival.com/home.
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Race to Embrace Independence
Saturday, September 8th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Saturday, September 29 at 9:00 AM (Registration begins at 8:00 AM)
Lake Montebello
Lace up your sneakers for the 4th annual Marian House Race to Embrace Independence 5K and One-Mile Family Fun Run. This year, participants can also enjoy the race village, featuring food, entertainment, and activities for the entire family. The race raises critical funds for Marian House, an independent nonprofit that provides housing and support services for women who are homeless or suffering from addiction. Registration is $35 for adults and $20 for children.
For more information, or to register, visit www.marianhouse.org/5k, email events@marianhouse.org, or call 410-467-4246.
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Sports Saturdays: Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees Match Up
Saturday, September 8th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
America’s past time, Baseball, is a perfect way to begin and end any weekend. Why not take some friends against their will (no one condones such treatment at WLOY but if necessary, why not? They will thank you in the long run) and go see the Baltimore Orioles take on the Bronx Bombers, New York Yankees?
Now, there has to be some incentive besides the point that friends should be able to spend time together no matter what and wherever they are. Also, baseball in itself is a way to bond with others while participating in something that oozes Americana. But reality sinks in and more is required. That is why the Baltimore Orioles are offering amazing promotions to get families and friends to come to Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (more…)
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Theater Thursday – Modern Times
Thursday, August 16th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
August 16th, 9pm
The Charles Theater
1711 North Charles Street
Tonight is the Charles Theater’s final showing of Charlie Chaplin’s classic lampoon of the industrialized world, Modern Times. The rise of the ‘talkies’ caused Chaplin, a silent-era hero, to become disillusioned. He came back in 1936 with this film, a satire of the industrialized surge of technology and the sound film itself. It’s essentially a silent film, though Chaplin used synchronized sound effects and jumbled overdubbed talking. Don’t miss this chance to see one of Chaplin’s most popular, and most thoughtful, films in on of Baltimore’s best specialty theaters.
For more information, visit the Charles Theater’s website.
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Wacky Wednesday – Plants and People
Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Rawlings Conservatory
Sunday, August 19th
1:30-3:30
Every Sunday, Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens hosts ‘Plants and People,’ a family-friendly event that seeks to increase participants’ understanding of plants and their relationship with humans. This Sunday, August 19th, the theme is ‘Investigating Insects.’ Children can experience hands-on gardening projects while learning about proper care for plants. The session will cover the basics of plant care with regards to the interaction between plants and insects. Hands-on craft activity will be followed by story time.
For more information, visit rawlingsconservatory.org
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Theater Thursday: Shakespeare in the Meadow
Thursday, August 9th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
The Evergreen Museum and Library
4545 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
The Baltimore Shakespeare Factory returns to the Evergreen Museum & Library this summer with a comedy: the Taming of the Shrew. Spend a summer night, enjoying a Shakespearean classic in the Meadow, surrounded by the museum’s breathtaking landscape. Tell your family, your friends, or your neighbors because this is a performance you don’t want to miss! Also, this event is BYOS (Bring your own seat) so don’t forget your favorite lawn chair or blanket.
For show dates and times, visit the company’s website and for discounted tickets, email your reservation to info@theshakespearefactory.com
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Wacky Wednesday: Cirque du Soleil’s Dralion
Wednesday, August 8th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
1st Mariner Arena
201 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Prepare to be wowed as Cirque du Soleil’s critically acclaimed show, Dralion, makes an appearance at Baltimore’s 1st Mariner Arena Aug. 22-26. Experience a blend of Eastern and Western culture as acrobats soar through the air on hoops or bounce to new heights on the trampoline.
This performance is sure to be a blast for the entire family, jam-packed with decorative costumes from Asia and Africa, spectacular acts, and a whole new cast of characters.
For tickets, visit the show’s website.
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Tourism Tuesday: After Hours with the Animals
Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Druid Hill Park
Baltimore, MD 21217
Wish the zoo was open later? Well, you’re in luck! Thursdays in August, from 4-7pm, the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will offer half price admission for visitors who wish to see the animals and exhibits after closing time. Enjoy a laid back zoo experience with family and friends as well as food and drink specials provided by the concession stands.
Support the zoo this Thursday by attending its After Hours with the Animals event. It’s sure to be a hoot!
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Museum Monday: AVAM’s Flicks from the Hill
Monday, August 6th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
American Visionary Art Museum
800 Key Highway
Baltimore, MD 21230
Come picnic under the stars and catch a FREE film at AVAM‘s summer series, “Flicks from the Hill.” On Thursday nights, as the city lights begin illuminate the Baltimore skyline, you can watch a movie inspired by the museum’s current exhibition, ALL THINGS ROUND: Galaxies, Eyeballs & Karma. Also, unbeknownst to many, the museum offers free admission on movie nights from 5-9pm.
This week’s flick is none other than the animated comedy: The Triplets of Belleville. For more information or a complete listing of movies, visit the event’s page.
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