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Explore Baltimore! Dr. Gloom’s Crypt of Curiosities
Saturday, April 30th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What: Museum
When: Open 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. every day except for Monday
Where: 836 Leadenhall St, Baltimore MD 21230
Reviewed by: Amelia Dunat
Fiji mermaids, mummified remains, and varying re-creations of monsters are some of the peculiar items you might find on a strange self-guided tour of Dr. Gloom’s Crypt of Curiosities, located by the backroom of the Protean Book and Record Store. The artifacts are from all over the world and this display also includes reactions of characters from myths and folklore. The original “Crypt of Curiosities” was opened by Dr. Augustus Gloom in 1954. He was a strange man interested in death and bizarre creatures, so his hobbies quickly led him to accumulate a collection of unusual artifacts from all across the US.
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Explore Baltimore! Protean Book and Records
Friday, April 29th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What- music and bookstore
When- Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 6pm
Where- 836 Leadenhall St, Baltimore, MD 21230
This place is more than just a music or book store, it is an experience! Protean Book and Records is the ideal store for anyone who is looking for a vast selection of exceptionally reasonably priced and used books, movies, and records. The store also features an eclectic array of unique items and pop culture memorabilia. This store is a must for anyone searching for a one-of-a-kind book, hard-to-find vinyl, or even a birthday gift. The owners are extremely friendly and sweet so they are more than willing to assist their customers in any way they can.
I very much enjoyed visiting this store and checking out all the books and records, as well as the little museum of weird items in the back of the store, Dr. Gloom’s Crypt of Curiosities, which features mummified and taxidermized creatures. Most of the walls are lined with books and all the records take up room on the floor. Running along the top of the bookcases are little Knick knacks and collectibles. Featured in a display case at the counter are vintage videos, and there is even a little section of the store which sells items for only $2. All the items are highly organized and checking out all of the quirky items and toys is like a blast from the past. Make sure to check out this hidden gem next time you find yourself in Federal Hill!
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Explore Baltimore! The Charmery
Thursday, April 28th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
Reviewed By: Amelia Dunat
What: Ice Cream Shop
When: Towson hours are Monday to Thursday 3pm – 9pm, Friday 3pm – 10pm, Saturday 12pm – 10pm, and Sunday 12pm – 9pm
Where: Towson location- 6807 York Road, Baltimore, MD 21212
Hampden location- 801 West 36th Street Baltimore, MD 21211 (currently closed for remodeling)
Columbia location- 6000 Merriweather Drive, #185B, Columbia, MD 21044
Ice Cream Factory- 1700 W 41st Street, #400, Baltimore, MD 21211
When craving a mid-week and off-campus sweet treat, The Charmery is my go-to. The Charmery prides itself on having “super-premium, highly original, and insanely delicious” ice cream, and I couldn’t have phrased it better myself. (more…)
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Album of the Week: Barbara by Barrie
Thursday, April 28th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
Barbara by Barrie
Reviewed by: Steven “Sponj” Navarro
Rate: 8/10
RITL: MUNYA, Jay Som, FLOOR CRY
Barbara is an album that is best listened to on a long car ride home at night. Barrie uses inspiration from alternative rock to folk to create an album that makes you feel as happy as a clam or as sad as raindrops on a grave. Barrie takes us into a world of her past relationships and core memories using great imagery.
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Battle of the Bands 2022 Winner
Friday, April 22nd, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
After a thrilling Tuesday evening following Easter break, with more than 150 students crowding into McGuire Hall, a winner was finally chosen to open Loyolapalooza on May 1st!
Three bands (Panic! in the Fine Arts Department, Folding chairS, and Crown Me King) each competed in fifteen-minute segments, after which area music producers, musicians and radio programmers served as judges and provided their own take on each performance. With booming instruments and a lively crowd throughout the contest, McGuire Hall was jumping with competition and strong energy.
Congratulations to Crown Me King who won the judges vote. The performances were so good that we decided to pick not one, but two winners to perform at Loyolapalooza, where Folding chairS won the audience vote by a slim margin of less than a handful of votes. Folding chairS will perform earlier in the day at Loyolapalooza, along with the 3 winners from Songwriter Skirmish.
WLOY congratulates Crown Me King on winning Battle of the Bands and opening for Two Friends at Loyolapalooza on May 1st!
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Explore Baltimore! Sodam Bistro
Friday, April 22nd, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What: Korean Restaurant
Where: 200 W Cold Spring Ln, Baltimore, MD 21210
When: Mon-Sat 10am-10pm
Reviewed By: Ronnie Gruseck
Opened last December 2021, Sodam Bistro shares authentic Korean cuisine along with various gelato and espresso and non-espresso drink options. Adjacent to the pharmacy, Newman Towers, and Royal Farms, this restaurant is perfect for those sunny days when you want to take a stroll around the trail next to Newman and around Roland. There are various vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options for all dishes. And with outdoor seating and generous portion sizes, Sodam is a great way to choose from a selection of delicious cuisine and spend quality time with others. It’s a growing spot for Loyola students to hang out and relax.
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Vinylthon 2022 – Saturday April 23
Friday, April 22nd, 2022 by The Professor
It’s time to celebrate what you can do with some metal presses and 180gm of vinyl. VINYLTHON is here for 2022! We’re celebrating Record Store Day with 24 hours of nothing but vinyl on the air at WLOY*. As a bonus this year as pandemic rules reduce we will have some live shows sneaking in again – Earl Crown will be spinning a live show 5-7pm and our music director Anna will be doing her FIRST SHOW and it’s all vinyl! who knows who else will join in throughout the day. Maybe even The Professor! (more…)
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Battle of the Bands TONIGHT!
Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 by The Professor
See everyone in McGuire Hall tonight 8-10pm for Battle of the Bands! We have 3 great student bands competing: Folding chairS, Panic at the Fine Arts Department and Crown Me King! And, as always we have a selection of industry folks as judges because it wouldn’t be fair if we judged it! What kind of folks are judging you ask? We are glad you did because we’ll tell you it’s all about getting pros who can help the bands grow. So here are the 2022 Battle of the Bands judges:
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Explore Baltimore! E2-E4 Records
Wednesday, March 30th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What: Record Store
When: Every Saturday, 12-6 pm
Where: 2223 Maryland Ave #1S, Baltimore, MD 21218
Reviewed By: Amelia Dunat
This electronic & dance music record store has carefully curated collections, specializing in new and used house music, Baltimore club, ambient, synth-wave/darkwave, industrial/EBM, 80’s r&b, and so much more like rare and classic hip hop. This store is very small and more so like a boutique, but this makes it unique. If you’re looking for very specific dance music, I would check this place out first. The store also sells ceramics, books, t-shirts & more fun knick-knacks.
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WLOY Sweatshirts Are Back!
Monday, March 28th, 2022 by The Professor
One of our most popular sweatshirts has returned to stock! This time a nice Champion Eco 50/50 Cotton/Poly sweatshirt in the usual green and grey. Soft inside and tough on the outside. Great for all around wear or cozy sleeping.
We know our alumni love these so we’re making it easy to order them on the website. Pick your unisex size and order through our Paypal button for quick shipping ($5). If you want to pick up at the station just shoot us a note. If you decide to pick up at the station we’ll throw in a free t-shirt and some stickers when you get here! 🙂
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