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    ‘Quirky,’ ‘picturesque’ Thanksgiving on display at annual Blessing of the Hounds
    In the scenic Western Run Valley of Baltimore County, the old English tradition of the Blessing of the Hounds withstands the test of time.
    One of the Green Spring Valley Hounds was eager to be blessed, jumping up on Rev. Thomas Clement during his prayer before the annual Blessing of the Hounds at St. John’s Church.
    Headed to Christmas Village in Baltimore? Here’s what to know.
    The Christmas Village in Baltimore, now in its 12th season, is back and full of shops, food and photo opportunities.
    Patrons walk past vendors through the Christmas Village at the Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Md. on Friday, December 20, 2024.
    Thanksgiving on Kenwood: A 70-year tradition baked into one Baltimore kitchen
    One family claimed and sustained their hallmark holiday of Thanksgiving for seven decades in a house near Patterson Park.
    Beth Rannie, center, bakes pizelles with her daughter, Mattie Yoncha-Wawrzyniak, right, and granddaughter, Micah Walker.
    Giving thanks for plump cats, all-you-can-eat crabs and tricky parking
    In a truly befuddling year, these are things I'm most sincerely, unironically thankful for — from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to Baltimore accents.
    Baltimore Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter with her cat, Cass Streeter-Zervitz.
    Gift guide 2025: Staff Recommendations
    Our holiday gift guide features local treats, handcrafted goods and experiences for every budget from Maryland makers and small businesses.
    Find the perfect gift with our holiday gift guide!
    Trace Capt. John Smith’s steps through Patapsco Valley State Park
    Patapsco Valley State Park’s smallest attraction is a Maltese cross marking a spot on a 400-year-old map created by Capt. John Smith.
    The Patapsco River rounds a bend in Patapsco Valley State Park near the area where a marker was installed on a high bluff memorializing the steps of Capt. John Smith 400 years ago.
    The Dish: Wonder may be the fastest-growing name in food halls. I hated it.
    Run, don’t walk, away from Canton’s new Wonder food hall.
    A truffle and mushroom pizza by Alanza Pizza, ordered from Wonder in Canton Crossing.
    Not sure what ‘6-7’ means? That’s the point.
    If you’ve spent any time around kids in the past year, you've probably heard them shout "6-7!" for no reason. Don't try to figure out why they're doing it.
    Haussner’s 850-pound ball of string has sold. You’ll never believe who the new owner is
    A stringy piece of Baltimore history is headed to America’s hall of fame for bizarre items.
    The ball of string was made by staff at Haussner’s restaurant, which closed in 1999. The ball heads to auction Nov. 22.
    They seem big and scary, but Baltimore’s in love with these vintage stoves
    The Baltimore area remains a hot spot for the Chambers stove, an old appliance that has a modern cult following.
    “It’s like an old Mercedes,” Dr. Christina Enzmann says of her Chambers stove. “It’s not going to have a digital display, but it’s a great machine.”
    It’s last call at Skateland Putty Hill, and nostalgia is playing on a loop
    Skateland Putty Hill, the beloved, bedraggled rollerskating rink in Nottingham is closing on Dec. 7 after 48 years in business.
    Gregg Wallace teaches his daughter, Arian Wallace, 18, the Baltimore Snap at Skateland Putty Hill earlier this month.
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    2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Food & Drink
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    2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Kids
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    2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Experiences
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    2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Clothing & Accessories
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    2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Locally Made
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