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UMD Historian’s New Book Reevaluates Our Understanding of The Revolutionary War
In 'The American Revolution and the Fate of the World,' Richard Bell offers a deeper look at the war—not only as the colonies’ battle for independence, but a full-throttle global conflict.
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As AFRAM Turns 50, Preserving Its Legacy is More Important Than Ever
This weekend’s milestone festival at Druid Hill Park—and a new documentary—aim to cement the celebration of Baltimore's Black culture for generations to come.
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Magoobys Joke House is a Hub of Top-Notch Comedy
For the past 15 years, the Timonium club has hosted stand-ups of all ilk, from heavyweights—like Tracy Morgan, Nate Bargatze, and Richard Lewis—to up-and comers and down-and-outers.
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Six Works You Can’t Miss at the BMA’s Amy Sherald Exhibit
On view Nov. 2 through next April, ‘American Sublime’ is a landmark retrospective featuring the former Baltimore-based artist’s most iconic works—thus far.
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Inside Carmelo Anthony’s ‘House of Melo’ at The Pratt
The Central Library has become a canvas for the NBA icon’s Baltimore story, told through sneakers, soundtracks, and the spirit of the city. Here's what you can't miss.
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Clash of the Crabs Poll Results 2026
You voted for your favorites and now the results are in!
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The Kids Are Alright: ‘Heavy Metal Parking Lot’ Approaches Its 40th Anniversary
Filmed before a Judas Priest show at the Capital Centre in Landover in 1986, the 16-minute cult classic has been referred to as both the “seminal anthropological study of beer-swilling teenage metalheads” and “one of the greatest rock documentaries ever.”
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The Big Baltimore Playlist: October 2025
Five local songs you should listen to right now.
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Photos: New/Next Film Festival 2025 After Dark
Photojournalist J.M. Giordano stayed out late with filmmakers and fans to capture all of after-party energy on his Kentmere 400 and Olympus Stylus—out of respect for the medium of film, of course.
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Experience the Northern Outer Banks
Corolla, North Carolina is where wild beauty meets coastal luxury this vacation season.
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Turnstile Takes Off: How Baltimore Shaped The World’s Biggest Hardcore Band
Turnstile is living out their wildest dreams around the world. But they'll always be Baltimore kids at heart.
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Movie Review: One Battle After Another
Buckle up and enjoy a master filmmaker firing on all cylinders
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The List: October 2025
From The International Edgar Allan Poe Festival and Fells Point Fun Fest to Doors Open Baltimore and Ladew's Garden Glow, here are the happenings to mark on your calendar this month.
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New/Next Film Festival Screenings to Catch at The Charles This Weekend
If you need some help navigating the lineup—which highlights expertly curated independent features, documentaries, and shorts—here are a couple of reviews to consider.
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Fall Arts Preview: The 21 Cultural Experiences You Can’t Miss in Baltimore This Season
Mark your calendar for everything from film and music festivals to open studio tours and outdoor operas.
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Canton’s BLIFTD Creates a Shared Workspace for Artists
The American Can Company's new industrial-chic studio/work/event venue is operated by Baltimore-based artists Jeffrey Kent and Nicole Clark.
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Stavros Halkias Goes to Hollywood
From Greektown to the big screen, the Baltimore native has made a name for himself as one of the hardest working comedians in the biz.
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September is Music Festival Season in Baltimore
As temperatures drop, there’s an outdoor concert to fit every mood this month.
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AVAM’s New Director Wants to Keep the Museum Weird and Welcoming
Ellen Owens, who took the helm in June, says the focus of her career has always been on making museums as accessible as possible.
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Dan and Claudia Zanes Make Beautiful Music Together
The local husband-and-wife duo—both vocalists and multi-instrumentalists—use their talents to spread inclusivity, healing, and joy.
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In ‘The Baltimorons,’ Michael Strassner Gives Charm City the Main Character Energy it Deserves
The writer/actor bet on himself and moved to L.A. Then he came back to spread the gospel of his hometown.
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Movie Review: The Baltimorons
Yes, it's a love story, but it's also a love letter to Baltimore.
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Afro House Takes Audiences on a Cosmic Journey
With a new album—the euphoric, funk-infused soundtrack to 'Cloud Nebula'—the local art collective’s sci-fi space operas are quintessential Baltimore DIY.
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The Bromo Seltzer Clocktower Ticks On After More Than a Century
One of the world’s few female clock-keepers, Eliza Kurtz takes us inside the downtown landmark.
