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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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Under New Ownership That Includes Soul Singer Cris Jacobs, The 8×10 Will Rock On in Federal Hill
How a local regular, a Philadelphia-based Orioles lover, and Baltimore's own Jacobs—who holds the unofficial record for most shows played on The 8x10 stage—are taking the storied concert venue into its next chapter.
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‘The Body Politic’ Follows Brandon Scott as He Tackles Baltimore’s Gun Violence Epidemic
Baltimore filmmaker Gabriel Goodenough discusses the new documentary.
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Hot August Music Festival Turns 30 This Weekend
Though it's under new ownership, the massive blues and bluegrass festival at Oregon Ridge Park will maintain its ethos.
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Screenings to Look Out for at the New/Next Film Festival
Here are reviews of a few highlights to whet your appetite for this weekend's inaugural fest.
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Street Art in the Heart of the Shenandoah
How Waynesboro, Virginia, is becoming the hip hub for muralists from around the world
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The Walters Unveils Landmark Reinstallation of its Asian and Islamic Collection
The exhibition brings together diverse regions and religious and artistic practices in a sweeping show that highlights their interaction and influence upon one another.
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First-Ever Honey Chile Fest to Celebrate Black Women and Femmes in Film
Honoring the talent of Black filmmakers over 40, the one-day event will feature a live podcast, Q&A's, and curated films inspired by or about Baltimore.
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Best of Baltimore: Arts
Our annual celebration of the best that Charm City has to offer.
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Visit Middletown, Maryland
History and charm meet right around the corner in Frederick County.
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Patrick Smithwick’s Latest Book is His Most Heart-Wrenching
The Monkton author's new book, 'War’s Over, Come Home', chronicles his family’s struggle to help their oldest son as he suffers through PTSD after two tours in Iraq.
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With Its Junior Scene, Fluid Movement is Forging Intergenerational Connections
Baltimore’s iconic water ballet, returning with a brand new show this weekend, features some youth swimmers performing alongside their mothers and grandmothers.
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Art Space: Annual Janet & Walter Sondheim Art Prize To Be Awarded in August
Through Sept. 3, art lovers can view the works of this year’s finalists at The Walters Art Museum, where an award ceremony and reception will also take place on Aug. 10.
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Camp: Where Summer Builds Character
A guide to help your child have the best summer ever.
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Deep Sugar, Baltimore’s Traveling House Music Party, Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary
How DJs Ultra Naté and Lisa Moody helped cement the legacy of house music and Baltimore’s irrevocable connection to the history of the genre.
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Movie Review: Oppenheimer
Christopher Nolan's epic film about the invention of the atomic bomb is an extraordinary achievement.
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After 50 Years at the Helm, BrickHouse Books’ Clarinda Harriss Isn’t Slowing Down
A celebration at The Ivy Bookshop will honor Harriss's dedication to running Maryland's oldest continuously operating small press.
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Station North Books is Baltimore’s Most Eccentric Book Shop
Owner Ned Sparrow takes a treasure-hunt approach to filling his tight shelves, which showcase an almost unimaginable range and depth of offerings.
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Movie Review: Wham!
The story of the pop duo phenomenon is irresistibly entertaining—and a little sad.
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Happy Nappy Day Encourages Black Baltimoreans to Embrace Their Natural Hair
Returning in its 20th year this weekend, the festival invites locals to get to know natural hair care vendors while enjoying music and food.
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Support for Landis Expandis Continues with Ottobar Benefit This Weekend
Arts community gathers to fundraise for the beloved artist and musician, who is battling cancer.
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Art Space: Good Neighbor Welcomes Local Artists to Design Camp
From July 24-29, the Hampden shop will once again host workshops and speaker series for the design community to explore its creativity.
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Mark Clague’s Cultural Biography of “The Star-Spangled Banner” Couldn’t Be Timelier
The musicologist chronicles the complicated history of the song that eventually became the country’s official anthem.
