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Food Fridays: Miss Shirley’s
Friday, February 11th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
We all know that freedom from our parents is the greatest upside to college life, yet we gladly welcome their visits for one simple reason: Miss Shirley’s. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to give back to our other loved ones. Guys, I’m talking to you. Only open for dinner on this special day, both locations of Miss Shirley’s will be offering a fixed price menu of three courses and wine by the glass or the bottle. (more…)
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Theater Thursday: “Jersey Boys”
Thursday, February 10th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
If you were raised on a healthy dosage of 60’s pop rock then you are luck. Even if you weren’t, yet you are looking for a night out on the town, then the Hippodrome Performing Arts Center is the place to be. The four-time Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys has finally arrived in Baltimore, and will stay at the Hippodrome until Sunday, February 27th. The production has enjoyed critical acclaim since its debut in 2004, and has toured throughout the United States as well as England, Canada, and Australia. Baltimore is lucky enough to be the next stop on their tour; however, the boys will not be here for long so the time to act is now. (more…)
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Wacky Wednesday: Joe Squared
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
On Loyola’s campus alone there are over five places that will deliver pizza right to our hungry pizza craving faces. But if you’re interested in a different and perhaps more entertaining way to chomp on some cheesy crust, consider Joe Squared.
The restaurant, bar, slash music venue offers a new setting in which to enjoy the classic meal. The eccentric pizzeria hosts artists for acoustic dinners from 7-9p.m almost every night.
Music variety mimics Joe’s extensive topping choices, ranging from indie rock to funky jazz and occasional break dance parties. Located a quick drive from Loyola, Joe Squared can provide a delish meal and great tunes any night of the week. (more…)
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Tourism Tuesday: Green Mount Cemetery
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
Full of famed figures and elegant architecture, Green Mount Cemetery provides a chance to see final resting places of the John’s Hopkins and honest Abe’s assassin, John Wilkes Booth. Praised for notable architecture, the cemetery holds a gothic revival style chapel, stunning entrance way and neoclassical mausoleum.
An interesting and alternative tourist destination in Baltimore, Green Mount Cemetery attracts historians and bird watchers alike for tours of the intriguing grounds. (more…)
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Museum Monday: Baltimore Street Car Museum
Monday, February 7th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
How often does one hear about the heydays of streetcars in Baltimore, or better yet ride around in them? Since the jazzy flapper filled times of the roaring 1920s, Baltimore’s streetcar use declined and spiraled into eventual non-existence. But there is one place these beautiful street machines live on!
The Baltimore Street Car Museum displays multiple streetcars ranging in size and antiquity. Admission, $7 for adults, includes unlimited rides on authentic Baltimore streetcars and an all around enjoyable chance to learn some stellar streetcar history. Located only a short jaunt from Loyola on Falls Road, the Baltimore Streetcar Museum will drive you wild. (more…)
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Wacky Wednesdays: Stoneleigh Lanes
Wednesday, January 26th, 2011 by WLOY Staff
Like bowling but wish it was different? Search no more! Down the street from Loyola lay Stoneleigh Lanes, which features 16 lanes of duckpin bowling. Yes, you heard me correctly: I said duckpin bowling. And no, it doesn’t involve ducks. Although the rules are similar to normal ten-pin bowling, duckpin bowling is not the bowling that you may be used to playing. Voted the “Best Bowling Alley” by Baltimore Magazine, Stoneleigh Lane’s duckpin bowling is a new and interesting way to bowl!
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Explore Baltimore meets Both Feet In!
Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010 by The Professor
Come down to Lohr’s Family Restaurant this Saturday on Dec. 25th for a special free holiday meal from 11am-2pm. Once homeless, David Jones Sr. is now the proud owner of Lohr’s restaurant and gives back to the Frederick community every year by serving a free holiday lunch on Christmas Day. Listen to his story and how he went from homeless to business owner on WLOY’s Both Feet In LIVE show, on Wed, Dec. 29th at 12:30pm. Callers welcome on 410-617-5346.
Lohr’s restaurant specializes in old-fashioned comfort food in a cozy, friendly environment, also with dessert to relish. 911 E. Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701. T: (301) 663-6511.
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Sports Saturday: Baltimore Rowing Club
Saturday, December 11th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
One of the most well-known features of Baltimore is the Inner Harbor, the historic seaport that features shopping, restaurants and, of course, the National Aquarium! Since Baltimore is a city on the water, it’s important to get your sea-legs!
You can start by joining the Baltimore Rowing Club! Jumpstarted by the rise of rowing in the late 1970s, this premier rowing club advertises the sport of rowing for all levels and all ages. The Baltimore RC offers a variety of programs – you can be a professional looking to row in Baltimore or you could have never seen an oar in your life! They offer programs for novices, juniors, sculling, pack, sweep and coxswains, each program ranging differently on the competitive scale. The Baltimore RC also hosts a few events each year, so make sure to check their website for more updates!
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Food Friday: Cafe Hon
Friday, December 10th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
Welcome to Bawlmer, hon. J’eet yet?
Get the true taste of Baltimore at a staple of Hampden, Cafe Hon, a place full of flashy fashion like beehives, funky glasses and leopard print. You can admire the 30-foot pink flamingo as you walk inside the restaurant’s doors before you are overwhelmed with the smell of Much Better Than Mom’s Meatloaf, the Bawlmer Omelette or one of the Hon specialty salads. Cafe Hon boasts a full bar and even caters special events. Get a hang of “Bawlmerese” at this affordable and memorable restaurant!
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Theater Thursdays: “All My Sons”
Thursday, December 9th, 2010 by WLOY Staff
This season, the Everyman Theatre is celebrating its 20th year – and they’re doing it with productions of some phenomenal shows! Now playing at the Everyman Theatre is the Tony award-winning production, All My Sons, written by Arthur Miller and directed by Vincent Lancisi.
The play follows the story of Joe Keller as he attempts to achieve the American dream in a post-WWII era. During such an unsettling time, Joe’s family crumbles under the chaos that follows a shocking announcement: Chris, Joe’s older brother, plans on marrying his missing-in-action brother’s fiancee. At this, a mother must confront the denial of her missing son and a father must reconcile his choices.
High praise has been given for this production. The Baltimore Sun reviewed the play, saying that the production “reminds you why you love theater, reconfirms what an involving and haunting art form it is – and how a first-rate company can make it doubly so.”
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