Wacky Wednesdays
Open Mic Night at Motor House
Thursday, November 17th, 2022 by Liz Kosik
by Liz Kosik ’25
What: Open Mic Night
When: November 24, 2022, from 7-10 PM
Where: Motor House Art Hub
Interested in poetry and live entertainment? Join Motor House for their monthly Open Mic Night on November 24 from 7-10 PM. The Motor House is a Baltimore-based art hub, gallery, and performance space for creative visionaries to share their voices and proclamations while providing a mellow environment to showcase your abilities or to just come chill. The event will also be hosted by award-winning poet, Meccamorphosis! Mecca Verdell, or Meccamorphosis, is a Baltimore-based creative performer known for her accomplishments in poetry and writing. She has been recognized on local and national levels for her work and has been beautifully dedicated to providing youth with safe and welcoming spaces to express their talents and visions. Looking for a late-night event with good energy? Come visit Motor House on November 24th from 7-10 PM for their monthly Open Mic Night for a guaranteed good time!
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Explore Baltimore! The Book Thing
Saturday, March 12th, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What: Free books
Where: 3001 Vineyard Lane, Baltimore, Maryland, 21218
When: 9 am- 5pm, Saturday and Sunday
Reviewed By: Amelia Dunat
The Book Thing warehouse is a book lover’s dream. All of the books in this vibrant volunteer-run used book “store” are free! Yes, you heard correctly; almost any type of book you could possibly want is available here for free. Although open just once a month, this place is wonderful and an asset to the Baltimore community. If you have the time to spare to sift through hundreds of books (paperbacks and hardcovers), you are certain to come across many hidden treasures. There are even textbooks and magazines! Although not necessary, it’s encouraged for visitors to bring some of their own books to donate; even if it’s just one or two.
My favorite about this place is that you will never know what you will find. New selections are added each week. The titles are organized by genre, and most of the books are in good condition. You can also contact them via their website if you’re interested in being a volunteer. Be sure to check out Book Thing as you surely won’t be leaving empty-handed, and keep in mind that parking can be a challenge as it tends to be filled quickly, so try to time your visit well!
WLOY has been a supporter of The Book Thing for a long time. After their terrible fire in 2016, we helped organize and run a fundraising concert, donations and raffles ultimately bringing in over $10,000 to support their rebuilding.
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Explore Baltimore! Celebrated Summer
Tuesday, February 1st, 2022 by Ronnie Gruseck
What: Celebrated Summer,
Where: 3616 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 21211
When: 12-6pm everyday
Reviewed by: Amelia Dunat
This is by far my favorite record store in Baltimore. The staff is so kind and knowledgeable and more than willing to help you find what you’re looking for– and the selection and prices are great. Brand new records range from $20-$30, but they have many used options and even a large box filled to the brim with records for only $1 on the back wall of the store. (more…)
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5 Best Study Spots in Baltimore
Tuesday, October 8th, 2019 by WLOY Staff
Are you a college student in Baltimore? Do you ever wish you had that perfect off-campus spot to do your work but you just don’t know where to go? I feel you. And this one’s for you.
1. Sophomore Coffee
Sophomore Coffee, to me, is one of the best study spots in Baltimore. It’s located right around the Barclay neighborhood, just a seven minute walk away from Baltimore’s famous Graffiti Alley. Sophomore Coffee is essentially hidden, situated just underground, and it definitely has that quaint, hole-in-the-wall kind of feel. It’s super small and quiet–perfect for focusing on homework–and definitely very aesthetically pleasing.
Tags: coffee, coffeeshops, college, homework, school, studying, tourism
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5 Unique Restaurants in Baltimore You NEED To Try
Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 by WLOY Staff
Food with as much personality as you!
Photo via Instagram @gutterutter
Sometimes, we need to spice up our lives a bit. And what better way to do that than trying some new places to eat? Don’t be boring and go back to the same old, plain restaurants that just don’t seem to offer anything special. Try one of these 5 unique restaurants in Baltimore and find your new hidden gem in this city that’s exploding with culture and charm!
1. One of the MOST Unique Restaurants In Baltimore – The Papermoon Diner
The Papermoon Diner is my FAVORITE of these unique restaurants in Baltimore. Not only is the food unbeatable, with mouth watering carnivorous AND vegetarian/vegan options like crab quesadillas and vegan nachos, but the atmosphere is spectacularly eclectic and nostalgic. It’s located right by the Baltimore Museum of Art, but the real art is the restaurant, itself. Upon walking in you’ll feel like you just stepped into a real-life comic book, with weird trinkets and figurines, galore. It’s also a great date spot; you’ll have lots to discuss as you dine in your childhood heaven!
Tags: Baltimore, food, fun, lifestyle
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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: 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: 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: 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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