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Building STEPS Helps Students Become the First in Their Family to Graduate College
With a mission of addressing a lack of diversity in the science and technology fields, the org helps underrepresented local youth graduate from college and ultimately become STEM professionals.
On The Town
Holiday Light Shows and Drive-Thru Displays to Check Out in December
From the harbor to Hampden, the Baltimore area is aglow with festive family fun.
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Dr. Nancy Grasmick is Nurturing Ethical Leadership Across Baltimore
In the three years since the former State Superintendent's namesake leadership institute was founded at Towson University, it has welcomed about 2,700 participants from various local organizations.
Arts & Culture
Arts Every Day Prioritizes Equitable Access to the Arts in Baltimore City Schools
Executive director Julia Di Bussolo works to ensure students have all of the resources they need to be artists, leaders, advocates, makers, and supporters of the arts.
Education & Family
What’s Really Behind Baltimore’s Teacher Shortage?
A national study conducted last year found that more than half of parents were concerned that teachers were burned out and 65 percent questioned their school’s ability to have qualified teachers in the classroom. Locally, these fears aren’t unfounded. Experts and educators weigh in.
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Dental Profiles 2024
We’re here to take the pain out of going to the dentist. Here’s an in-depth look at local providers who are accepting new patients and offering state-of-the-art care.
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Grief Support Programs at Roberta’s House Let Children Heal at Their Own Pace
The family grief support center offers peer groups, workshops, community outreach, and Camp Erin—the largest national summer bereavement program for youth.
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Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks Light Up the Sky Around Baltimore
Grab your lawn chairs and check out our guide to the best shimmering shows happening for the holiday.
Arts & Culture
Where to Watch Outdoor Movies Around Baltimore This Summer
Grab a bag of popcorn, spread out a blanket, and enjoy these flicks under the stars at local parks and institutions.
Sports
Volo Kids Foundation Emphasizes the Power of Play
The now-national organization has grown from a small free flag football league in Herring Run to over 45,000 kids playing multiple sports under the guidance of almost 10,000 volunteers.
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Fighting For Justice
Schochor, Staton, Goldberg, and Cardea, P.A. advocates for victims of wrongful acts.
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The Coolest Playgrounds in the Baltimore Area
Our roundup of some of the most unique parks in the city and beyond, from themed playspaces to inclusive areas fit for children of all abilities.
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Hop to These Family-Friendly Easter Egg Hunts This Weekend
Throw on a pair of ears and watch your little ones run around to collect prizes at these area events.
Education & Family
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Teaching Your Kid to Drive
Baby books mark all those important milestones—first word, first steps, first food, but what about the milestones that suck the breath out of your body and make it hard for you to function?
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The Best of Baltimore 50th Anniversary Issue is Coming
Our biggest and best issue yet. Subscribe before 6/20 to guarantee delivery of our 50th anniversary issue celebrating everything you love about Baltimore.
Education & Family
No Longer In Its Infancy, ShareBaby Hits Double Digits
As the nonprofit celebrates 10 years of helping to meet the basic needs of Baltimore's most vulnerable families, it's also planning for growth.
Food & Drink
Local Wine Company Tipsy Teacher Gives Back to Public Schools
By donating 15 percent of its proceeds to educators in city and county classrooms, the brand aims to reduce out-of-pocket expenses for teachers and ease the overall exhaustion that comes with the job.
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Best of Baltimore: Fun
Our annual celebration of the best that Charm City has to offer.
Health & Wellness
The Positive Death Movement Brings Comfort to the Dying and Their Families
Most people associate the word doula with the beginning of life, not the end of it. But end-of-life doulas have become trusted sources of support.
Arts & Culture
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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How Dads United Organization is Helping to Set Black Fathers Up for Success
Since 2017, founder Michael Cornish has been connecting local dads to employment, health, and mentorship resources.
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Free Things To Do In Baltimore This Summer
Here's how to have a good time without opening your wallet.
Arts & Culture
Local Author Molly Horton Booth Reimagines ‘Twelfth Night’ with Wit and Charm
With a focus on inclusivity, the graphic novelist takes the circa-1601 play and plops it into a modern world of proms, social media, and horny teenagers.
