Terror Behind the Walls

October 20th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Join Options as they find the Terror Behind the Walls at the Eastern State Penitentiary on October 27, 2012. The cost is $20.The mission of Options is to broaden the Loyola student experience through activities that allow students to meet new people, make lasting friendships, and build a meaningful community without drinking. All Options-sponsorsed events are open to every student of the Loyola community. To join Options and for more information visit their website.

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Who’s YOUR Favorite Live Artist?

October 20th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Back in 2010, we posted a poll right here on WLOY.org about Loyola students’ favorite live artist. Well, let’s do it again! Who’s the best, and who’s the worst? Who would you take on an entire Spartan army to see? Let us know here, or post to our Facebook!

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My City, My Home

October 18th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Saturdays, October 20 at 2:30 PM
Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Branch, Poe Room. 400 Cathedral Street
This event honors the winners of the 2012 Baltimore City Senior Citizens Poetry Contest. The winners of the Bcontest are Barbara Morrison, first place; Helen Szymkowiak, second place; Kate Richardson, third place; and Mary Dozier, honorable mention. They will read from their winning entries at this Free Fall Baltimore event. Carla Dupree, one of the contest judges, will present a special tribute to her friend Lucille Clifton, former Maryland poet laureate.

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Local Music Spotlight Show #12

October 17th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

3pm on Saturdays it’s Chris Sweeney and his Local Music Spotlight show.

This week’s playlist:

FrenemiesWaiting for the Ambulance

Fractal CatThe Calling

Sri AurobindoMy Luv is Stoned

Witch HatBlood People

Errant StrikeCaviar is Caviar, Helium is Not

Shark WeekIf You Want Me to Stay (For a While)

Art Lord & The Self PortraitsAtlas

WinksPort Antonio

Zu ShapesSpeak in Sheets

Bill CallahanRococo Zephyr

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Sports Saturdays: Ravens vs. Texans, Week 7

October 17th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Sunday’s Week 7 matchup between the Ravens and Texans can make or break our beloved Ravens season. Though we are still in the first half of the regular season, the outcome of this game may foreshadow the future of our post season. Brandishing a just recently blemished record of 5-1, the Texans lead the AFC South, making them a clear obstacle for the Ravens in their quest for the AFC title.

Will Ray Rice and the Ravens muscle their way to the end zone in Houston? Only one way to find out. Tune into CBS at 1pm on October 21st to see the Ravens take on the Texans at Reliant Stadium!

Tags: #AFC, #Football, #NFL, #Ravens
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5th Annual Harbor Harvest

October 16th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

October 20, 2012 | 10:00am – 2:00pm

West Shore Park
300-400 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

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Join Waterfront Partnership for the 5th Annual Harbor Harvest on Saturday, October 20th from 10am to 2pm at West Shore Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music by Recess Monkey, an IKEA urban pumpkin patch, a hay maze, pony rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, face painting, games, arts and crafts, food trucks, drinks and more! RSVP for a free Harbor Harvest tote bag for kids (while supplies last). Harbor Harvest is sponsored by IKEA and Harborplace & The Gallery.

The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 21st.

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9:30 Club Giveaway of the Week: Ben Kweller!

October 15th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Hey! Remember how we gave away tickets to Passion Pit the other night? Well, we’re feeling generous again, so we’re giving away tickets to see BEN KWELLER at the 9:30 Club THIS FRIDAY October 19th! Now, we know it’s fall break, but this is a FREE concert? Why would you want to pass it up?? Keep listening to WLOY, follow us on Twitter, and friend us on Facebook to find out how to win! If you don’t win, follow the link on the ticket giveaway list to purchase a pair or two!

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Dive In, Baltimore!

October 14th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Baltimore City Recreation and Parks is working on a long-term plan for its pool system. YOU are a critical part of this process. Discuss current conditions of the pools and strategies for improvements. Join us for one of four public meetings.
For more information, visit diveinbaltimore.com.

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Food and Mood

October 13th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Find out how food can affect your mood and ways to enhance mental clarity, improve energy, and overall sense of well being through your nutrition. This event will take place on October 17, 2012 at MAC Harbor East. The cost is $10. Go here for more information.

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Wacky Wednesdays: Electronic Music Fallfest Concert 2012

October 10th, 2012 by WLOY Staff

Want to get off campus and dance? With DJs and electronic music featuring artists like The Expanding Man, and MicFreak; Electronic Music Fallfest is an exciting way to spend your Wednesday. Consisting of 30 minute sets from 8pm-12am this fest displays a variety of different artists and an easy way to introduce yourself to new music. Fallfest is only $5 a ticket! (Yes, really.) Come join your fellow music fans at The Windup Space, located at 10-12 W. North Ave in Baltimore on Oct. 17th for a Wacky Wednesday you will not forget!