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    7 things to do in Annapolis, from Naval Academy happenings to Taylor Swift music by candlelight

    Graduating midshipmen in the U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2025 toss their hats in the air to celebrate graduating.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from a ‘Wicked’ screening to girls’ night out
    Here is a look at things to do in Howard County for the week ending Wednesday July 23.
    Outdoor movie screenings this week include "Clifford the Big Red Dog" at Belmont Manor & Historic Park and "Wicked" at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront.
    What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from dance parties to Christmas in July
    Whether you want to see locals jump into Baltimore’s harbor, sweat it out at various dance parties or indulge in National Ice Cream Day with the kids, we’ve got you covered.
    Already in the holiday spirit? The B&O Railroad Museum hosts Christmas in July on Saturday.
    7 things to do in Baltimore County: Shakespeare, music and plenty of food
    From Shakespeare to live music, here are seven things to do in Baltimore County for the week ending July 23.
    Vince Eisenson as Hamlet and Lesley Malin as Gertrude in Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s "Hamlet."
    Lights out in a lighthouse? Unconventional accommodations abound in the region
    This region is full of surprising places to sleep, from round houses with true 360-degree views to floating houseboats to, yes, sleeping in a caboose.
    The Round House in Greenbackville, Va., offers 360-degree views.
    ‘Love Island’ is this summer’s latest TV craze. Here’s where you can watch in Baltimore.
    As the “Love Island” season nears its end, watch parties, where friends and strangers gather in bars and restaurants to tune in to the show, are becoming increasingly popular.
    Love Island U.S.A., Episode 728. Pictured from left to right, Nicolas “Nic” Vansteenberghe, Cierra Ortega, Elan Bibas, Amaya Espinal, Ace Green, Jose “Pepe” Garcia-Gonzalez, Michelle “Chelley” Bissainthe, Iris Kendall, Taylor Williams, Clarke Carraway.

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    Art and self-acceptance: What to know about Disability Pride celebration in Baltimore
    The third annual Disability Pride Arts Festival in Baltimore will celebrate the history, achievements and experiences of the disability community.
    Tyrone Weedon paints at his workstation. His art hangs over his desk.
    7 things to do in Annapolis: Maryland Hall relaunches outdoor concert series
    You could catch Dominique Bianco’s performance in the coming week, join a scooter ride, watch a new production of "Much Ado About Nothing" or celebrate the 20th anniversary of "Wedding Crashers" this weekend.
    jazz singer Dominique Bianco, and guitarist Tommy Holladay will kick off the new summer concert series Sunday, July 13 at Maryland Hall.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from ‘Julius Caesar’ under the stars to a Jimmy Buffett cover band
    Here’s a look at seven things to do in Howard County for the week ending Wednesday July 16.
    Molly Moores as Calphurnia, DeJeanette Horne as Julius Caesar, with Gabriel Alejandro as Mark Antony in the Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s latest production of “Julius Caesar.”
    What to do in Baltimore this weekend, from a Caribbean festival to Tyler, the Creator live
    Whether you want to celebrate Caribbean culture at a Carnival festival, rap along with Tyler, the Creator at CFG Bank Arena or enjoy a morning barre class, we’ve got you covered.
    Mas players celebrating during the annual Baltimore Washington ONE Carnival in Baltimore, MD on Saturday, July 8, 2023.
    Mysterious casket appears in Cockeysville
    The 55-year-old Evergreen resident emailed The Baltimore Banner shortly after stumbling upon the mysterious object in late May.
    A mysterious coffin-like vessel is discarded along the roadside in Cockeysville, MD on July 1, 2025.

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    7 things to do in Baltimore County, from concerts to airplane building
    Here are seven things to do in Baltimore County for the week ending Wednesday, July 16.
    Great snakes: At Irvine Nature Center's World Snake Day, visitors can hold and touch these insect eaters.
    The-Dream, Jeffrey Osborne and Lucky Daye to headline Charm City Live
    R&B artists The-Dream, Jeffrey Osbourne and Lucky Daye will headline the Charm City Live festival on Sept. 20, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced Tuesday.
    LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: The-Dream speaks onstage at Careers In Music: Merck Mercuriadis, Nile Rodgers and 2023 6x GRAMMY-nominated Singer-Songwriter-Producer THE-DREAM at The GRAMMY Museum on February 03, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
    Lego trains spark big imaginations in B&O Railroad Museum contest
    Kids submit an original Lego build to a railroad-themed competition at the B&O Railroad Museum.
    Calvin Coble, 6, shows off a portion of his Lego train submission to the B&O Railroad Museum’s Brick Build-Off Competition.
    Maryland Renaissance Festival tickets go on sale: What thou shouldst know
    Multiday passes hit the market July 7 and single-day tickets go on sale Aug. 4.
    The Maryland Renaissance Festival opens its 49th season on August 23.
    The many faces of ‘Moses’: Cambridge art exhibit showcases Harriet Tubman in full color
    Harriet Tubman is remembered in an Eastern Shore pop-up exhibit. This is the largest Harriet Tubman-focused art show.
    Artist Karen Buster, of Bowie, stands with her Harriet portrait next to show curator Larry Poncho Brown, of Baltimore. Buster sold her piece at the show, which included dozens of different representations of Dorchester County's most famous resident.

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    The many faces of ‘Moses’: Cambridge art exhibit showcases Harriet Tubman in full color
    Harriet Tubman is remembered in an Eastern Shore pop-up exhibit. This is the largest Harriet Tubman-focused art show.
    Artist Karen Buster, of Bowie, stands with her Harriet portrait next to show curator Larry Poncho Brown, of Baltimore. Buster sold her piece at the show, which included dozens of different representations of Dorchester County's most famous resident.
    Photos: Baltimore region celebrates the 4th of July
    Hundreds of people in and around Baltimore and beyond took time to enjoy and celebrate America's Independence this year on the Fourth of July.
    Fireworks light up Baltimore’s Inner Harbor on Friday night.
    7 things to do in Annapolis: Here’s how a cradle of democracy celebrates the Fourth
    Independence Day in Annapolis is a highlight of the year, where the city's rich history and modern celebrations meet.
    The Annapolis Independence Day parade and fireworks display will take place on Tuesday.
    7 things to do in Howard County, from Fourth of July fireworks to ‘National Treasure’ viewing
    Events in Howard County, including Fourth of July fireworks, 'National Treasure' viewing and more.
    Scenes from the 2023 Columbia Lakefront Fourth of July fireworks.
    What to do in Baltimore this July Fourth weekend, from a Cherry Hill festival to free yoga
    Whether you want to celebrate the Fourth of July at the Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival, try some free yoga or dance at a Beyoncé-themed bathing suit dance party, we’ve got you covered.
    Children play at the Cherry Hill Arts & Music Waterfront Festival in 2023.
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