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Streeter: The Brewer’s Art’s demise a reminder to support local faves while you can
COLUMN | The sudden closure of The Brewer’s Art in Baltimore is a reminder to visit our local iconic places before we can't anymore.
The Brewer’s Art, the Mount Vernon brewpub and restaurant that has been an anchor of the Charles Street corridor for 30 years, closed abruptly Monday, according to employees.
7 things to do in Montgomery County, from a textile gallery to an owl prowl
An exhibit of textile artists from around the world and an owl prowl are among the events happening around Montgomery County this week.
A close look at a batik textile by Indonesian artist Dudung Alie Syahbana, whose work will join other global artists at a new exhibit at Bethesda's Amy Kaslow Gallery starting Feb. 5.
Forward Brewing gets 77 seats approved for outdoor dining, a small reduction
After applying for 89 outdoor seats, Forward Brewing, an Eastport microbrewery and restaurant, got approval from the local government to operate with 77 outdoor seats.
Under a compromise approved Tuesday night by the Annapolis Board of Appeals, Forward Brewing will be able to operate with 77 outdoor dining seats from March through November.
7 things to do in Annapolis: Will The Admiral’s Cup stir up Annapolis music?
The opening of the Admiral’s Cup this weekend adds another musical venue to downtown Annapolis.
The Admiral's Cup opens in Annapolis on Feb. 6, 2026 with a friends and family event, with full service on Feb. 7.
7 things to do in Baltimore County: Bob Marley’s birthday and a Valentine’s book fair
Check out a new Nepali art exhibit at Towson University or test your memory of the ’90s at a Nickelodeon trivia night in Baltimore County events.
Calia Wilde, an author of biker romances, discusses her books at a local romance novel festival.
The Dish: How a food truck is turning into HoCo’s only dine-in Filipino restaurant
Despite Howard County’s growing Asian food scene, there has yet to be a consistent spot for Filipino food. But a food truck with a loyal following hopes to change that by opening a new restaurant.
Owner of Namit BBQ Food Truck Maria Tabligan poses with customer Valerie Forrester, who's stocking up on meat skewers as the truck closes until Spring.
The Brewer’s Art is $150,000 in debt, court records allege
Hours before The Brewer’s Art’s owner texted employees Monday to say he was permanently closing, the Baltimore brewpub’s landlord filed suit for more than $64,000 in rent and utilities.
The Brewer’s Art, the Mount Vernon brewpub and restaurant that has been an anchor of the Charles Street corridor for 30 years, closed abruptly Monday, according to employees.
The Brewer’s Art, a Mount Vernon mainstay, abruptly closes after 30 years
Owner Volker Stewart informed employees by text message Monday that he was closing effective immediately due to financial problems, according to screenshots shared with The Banner.
The Brewer’s Art, the Mount Vernon brewpub and restaurant that has been an anchor of the Charles Street corridor for 30 years, closed abruptly Monday, according to employees.
West Coasters: Is there really an In-N-Out Burger dupe in Canton?
How a newer smashburger spot in Baltimore compares to a West Coast staple.
7th Street Burger has a loaded fries option that comes with a house sauce, grilled onions and a burger patty.
Turnstile thanks Baltimore after first Grammy win. Here’s how other Marylanders fared.
Maryland has 10 chances to take home a Grammy Award on Sunday night. Here’s how all the local artists fared at the music awards show.
Pat McCrory, Daniel Fang and Brendan Yates of Turnstile accept the Best Rock Album award for "NEVER ENOUGH" onstage during the 68th GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony at Peacock Theater on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
Streeter: What Amy Sherald’s BMA show says about Baltimore. And why you should see it before it leaves.
Amy Sherald's "American Sublime," at the Baltimore Museum of Art, is at once a work of art and an act of rebellion.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 - Amy Sherald's exhibit American Sublime press viewing at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Sherald's piece, "If You Surrendered to the Air, You Could Ride It," at right.
Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather
Punxsutawney Phil is said to be predicting six more weeks of wintry weather after he saw his shadow Monday.
Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, during the 137th celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa., Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. Phil's handlers said that the groundhog has forecast six more weeks of winter.
Forward Brewing’s fight to keep outdoor dining
Forward Brewing in Annapolis’ Eastport neighborhood is embroiled in an ongoing effort to keep its full outdoor dining areas. Some neighbors want to limit the outdoor dining, but the restaurant says the outdoor seating is now critical to its viability.
Forward Brewing in the Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis.
‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ star Karen Huger gives first interview on jail stint
Karen Huger returned to “The Real Housewives of Potomac” in the Season 10 finale for her first interview after getting released from prison in Montgomery County for her 2024 DUI in Potomac.
Andy Cohen, left, and Karen Huger during the "Reunion" episode of The Real Housewives of Potomac.
Kennedy Center to close for 2 years for renovations in July, Trump says
Trump’s announcement on social media follows a wave of cancellations by leading performers and groups.
New signage, The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, is unveiled on the Kennedy Center, Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, in Washington.
America is drinking more coffee but less of it from Starbucks
Starbucks is facing unprecedented competition, which will make it harder to win back the customers it already lost.
SAN RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 10: A customer enters a Starbucks Coffee store on June 10, 2020 in San Rafael, California. Starbucks announced plans to close 400 of its company owned cafes over the next 18 months as the coffee shop chain estimates losing over $3 billion due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Mandalay stands out with Burmese cuisine amid Purple Line construction
Mandalay in Silver Spring has been open at 930 Bonifant Street since 2004 but Purple Line construction woes, on top of the pandemic, have cut customer traffic.
Owner Joe Myint takes customer orders over the phone at Mandalay Restaurant in Silver Spring.
They support the national boycott to protest ICE, but say they can’t afford to close shop
Amid nationwide calls for consumers to avoid making any purchases on Friday as part of a protest against ICE, some businesses in the area have shut down, while others are finding different ways to support the cause.
Neighbors Coffee in Rockville is among several small, locally-owned businesses that have supported ICE protests, but explained why they cannot shut down for the day to join Friday’s nationwide economic boycott.
Stephen Colbert pokes fun at Potomac River spill: ‘That’s some deep doo-doo’
Stephen Colbert weighed in on the Potomac River’s “poop water geyser” Wednesday night during his opening monologue, making a jab about President Trump and shouting out the local water safety organization working to clear up the river.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert during Thursday’s December 18, 2025 show. Photo: Scott Kowalchyk ©2025 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.
D.C.’s Fossette Focacceria brings Tuscan-style sandwiches to Bethesda
Fossette Focacceria’s six Tuscan-style sandwiches are available at AP Pizza Shop in Bethesda from chef Mike Friedman, who is also behind Aventino, All-Purpose and the Red Hen.
January 29, 2026 - AP Pizza Shop in Bethesda. The Italiano is loaded up with Genoa salami, finocchiona, sopressata, mortadella, mozzarella, spicy peppers and finished with oil and vinegar.
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