Explore Baltimore
Food Friday – Druid Hill Farmers Market
Friday, August 3rd, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Wednesdays 3:30-7:30
Druid Hill Park
Every Wednesday through September 26, visit Druid Hill Park’s farmer’s market for local fruits and vegetables, free range meat and eggs, and fresh prepared foods. Aside from dozens of local vendors, you’ll find family-friendly activities like hay rides, arts and crafts, yoga, and live music. Come out and support local business while enjoying delicious food by the waterside.
For more information, call 443-469-8274 or visit druidhillpark.org
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Museum Monday – The Story of Apple, Inc.
Monday, July 30th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
1745 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, Maryland
Ongoing until Oct. 31
The National Electronics Museum is hosting ‘A is for Apple! The Story of Apple, Inc.’ until October 31st. The exhibit highlights the beginning stages of the company, its goals and priorities, and its innovations in the electronics market, as well as the admirable business strategies of Steve Jobs. Visualize the evolution of the company with replicas of Apple products over the years, including a replica of the first ever Apple computer, and check out an archive of the company’s innovative advertisements. General admission is $3, student and senior admission is $1, and children under 5 are admitted for free. The museum is open from 9-4 Monday through Friday, and 10-2 on Saturdays.
For more information, visit nationalelectronicsmuseum.org
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Sports Saturday: Baltimore Grand Prix
Saturday, July 28th, 2012 by The Professor
Well, it’s been on and off again several times, but now it’s really ON. The Grand Prix of Baltimore is a major motorsports event in the streets of the Baltimore, running from the historic Inner Harbor to Camden Yard, Labor Day weekend, August 31 – September 2, 2012. The event will feature the IZOD IndyCar Series and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patron. Last year’s races were great and this year promises more fun.
IndyCar features a new racecar design for 2012 and turbocharged engines from Chevrolet, Honda and Lotus. The starting lineup will include Will Power, the 2011 winner at Baltimore, four-time champion Dario Franchitti and young stars such as Marco Andretti.
The American LeMans Series includes a wide array of racecars, from the ultra-exotic 200-mph prototypes (propelled by a variety of engines, including hybrids and diesel-powered machines) to the production-based GT machines.
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Food Friday – Restaurant Week
Saturday, July 28th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
July 27th-August 5th
This summer’s Restaurant Week is in full swing until August 5th. Dozens of local restaurants are offering specially selected fixed menu dinner options for $30.12, some for $20.12. And a few places feature a lunch option for $15.12. Dinners are three courses and lunches are two-course. Participating restaurants span a number of different cuisines, including Mediterranean, Mexican, Turkish, Spanish, Japanese, and American, among others.
For more information, including a full list of participating restaurants, visit www.baltimorerestaurantweek.com
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Wacky Wednesday – Food Truck Gathering
Wednesday, July 25th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
August 3rd, 5pm-10pm
34th & Keswick
Head down to Hampden on August 3rd for The Gathering, an assemblage of local food trucks. Try food from popular vendors like Gypsy Queen Cafe, Miss Shirley’s, and Kooper’s Tavern, among others. There’s no fee to attend, simply pay for what you eat. It’s great food from some of Baltimore’s best restaurants, all prepared fresh in its respective truck, and all located in the same place: a must-see for anyone who enjoys carefully crafted culinary art.
For more information, visit The Gathering’s Facebook page.
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Tourism Tuesday: Ladew Topiary Gardens
Tuesday, July 24th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Ladew Topiary Gardens
3535 Jarrettsville Pike
Monkton, Maryland 21111
Visiting the Baltimore area, but not quite ready to face the hustle and bustle of the city? No worries. About 25 miles from the heart of Baltimore is Ladew Topiary Gardens. Recently named one of the top five gardens in the country, Ladew is home to 15 thematic garden rooms—including the Rose Room, the Croquet Court, and the Garden of Eden—and over 100 topiaries.
Whether you decide to picnic on its lawns, tour the Manor House, attend its Sunday night “Groovin’ in the Grass” concert series, or simply stroll around and enjoy the scenery, Ladew will not disappoint.
For admission prices or more information, visit www.ladewgardens.com
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Museum Monday: Hashiguchi Goyo’s Beautiful Women
Monday, July 2nd, 2012 by WLOY Staff
The Walters Art Museum
600 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21201
Hashiguchi Goyo was a Japanese ukiyo-e printmaker who met an untimely death in 1921. During the last two years of his life, he carefully monitored the production of his final prints, eight of which would become some of his most important works. These images of Japanese women, along with a few posthumous prints completed by Goyo’s brother, are on display in the Walters Art Museum every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10am-5pm until August 12.
For more information, visit thewalters.org
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Food Friday: On The Hill Cafe
Friday, June 29th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
1431 John Street
Corner of John and Mosher St.
Located in historic Bolton Hill, On the Hill Cafe offers fresh sandwich shop-style selections like burgers and wraps, along with some unique, homemade recipes. Owners Jessica and George Dailey take their culinary inspiration from places like Spain, Venezuela, and England, creating unique sandwiches served on fresh baguette, ciabatta, and sourdough. The menu features a number of vegetarian selections as well, including black bean burritos and veggie sandwiches with goat cheese and avocado. They also serve coffee from the sustainable Chesapeake Bay Roasting Company. Try the coconut flan, a special desert created by George Dailey’s mother, Cuqui.
For more information, visit onthehillcafe.com or call 410.225.9667.
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Theater Thursday: Hairspray
Thursday, June 28th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
Daily, until July 1
Toby’s Dinner Theatre
5625 O’Donnell Street , Baltimore , MD 21224
Toby’s Dinner Theatre is featuring a daily performance of Hairspray: The Broadway Musical. Enjoy a meal along with this musical interpretation of John Waters’ 1988 film. You can explore Baltimore not only literally, by visiting Toby’s Dinner Theatre, but also figuratively, by experiencing the musical, set in Baltimore in 1962 and based on a film by a local icon.
For more information, visit Toby’s on the web or call 410-649-1660
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Wacky Wednesday: Summer Socials at West Shore Park
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012 by WLOY Staff
July 27, 5pm-8pm
400-500 blocks of Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Come to Baltimore’s West Shore Park on Friday, July 27 for a family-friendly gathering full of music, food, drink, and more. Enjoy the summer weather with music from Beach Bumz Band. Fill up at the food trucks or visit the beer & wine garden. There’s a kid-friendly play area as well. The event is free to attend.
For more information, visit waterfrontpartnership.org or e-mail beth@waterfrontpartnership.org
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