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    A trip to Maryland’s Eastern Shore lets you retrace the journey of Harriet Tubman
    The region has no shortage of historical sites marking the life of the Dorchester native who escaped to freedom and was a leader in the Underground Railroad.
    Museummuralbiker: A biker stops by to take Harriet Tubman’s hand.
    Baltimore: The Greatest (Pizza) City in America
    A list of the best pizza spots in Baltimore.
    Jamyla Krempel stares down a JBGB's pizza.
    Where to see the green comet near Baltimore
    A comet with a funky green glow is visible from Earth right now, possibly for the first time in history. To spot it, start by looking for the Little Dipper.
    Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) was discovered by astronomers using the wide-field survey camera at the Zwicky Transient Facility this year in early March. This fine telescopic image from December 19, 2022, shows the comet's brighter greenish coma, short broad dust tail, and long faint ion tail
    Oprah and Spike Lee? The celebrities who might attend Wes Moore’s inauguration.
    A myriad of notables are expected to attend Gov.-elect Wes Moore’s historic inaugural events.
    Gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore speaks at a campaign event in support for himself at Bowie State University, in Bowie, MD. November 7, 2022.
    The beat goes on: After a long hiatus, Baltimore’s MLK Day Parade returns
    The parade's return followed a weeklong spat between city officials and Baltimore's arts council, culminating with the mayor's office staging the event with days to spare.
    Young people perform during Baltimore’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade, which returned on Jan. 16, 2023 for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo: Hallie Miller)
    There’s a ‘major announcement’ from the Ravens and Live Nation. Who do you think is coming to Baltimore?
    OK, it’s probably Billy Joel and Stevie Nicks.
    M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD, Friday, October 14, 2022.
    What a sewing class taught me about creativity and patience
    I’ve been trying to take intentional time to learn new skills.
    At the end of the Sew Some Garments class, students are holding up their nearly finished trousers. 
From left to right, Cecilia, Neha, Lisa and Imani.
    Chris Rock to stream live Netflix special from Baltimore at yet-to-be-revealed venue
    The comedian, in a first-ever feat for Netflix, will stream a live stand-up special from Baltimore March 4, the company announced Sunday. The location of the event was not immediately announced.
    Comedian Chris Rock holds a microphone while performing. He's wearing glasses, a dark jacket and blue shirt.
    A guide to the best holiday light displays around Maryland
    Readers share their favorite festive holiday light locations around the state.
    A house is for sale on Baltimore's famous 34th Street, home to the Christmas lights tradition where the entire block is lit up. Longtime resident Patsy Dailey passed away and a memorial sits on her porch of the home which is now for sale.
    Where to eat and shop in Baltimore County for New Yorkers
    With the holidays approaching, here are some favorite businesses and independently-owned restaurants along the York Road corridor.
    Illustration of woman with list in hand, she is surrounded by a flower bouquet, a bag of bagels, a necklace, a box of chocolates, and two drinks.
    New B&O Railroad Museum exhibit shows for some on Underground Railroad, there was an actual train
    The Underground Railroad, a network of people, routes, and safe houses, helped enslaved people escape bondage. Some seeking their freedom, like Brown, used the actual railroad.
    The B&O Railroad has a new exhibit on the history of the underground railroad and its connection to Baltimore.
    Why Christmas trees are getting more expensive and harder to find
    Christmas tree farms are selling out fast in Maryland — and that’s especially true for choose-and-cut tree farms.
    The Gunpowder Tree Farm in Kingsville is out of choose-and-cut trees, but still has pre-cut trees for sale.
    A guide to some of the area’s most unique holiday events
    From a Polar Express train ride to a nouveau “Nutcracker,” there will be plenty for people to do to ring in the holiday season this year.
    Jimmy Pelletier, from DC Wheels Charity, wows the crowds with skateboard moves at Hampden's Annual Holiday Parade on December 4, 2022.
    Black ballet dancers get opportunities to shine in Baltimore-area productions of ‘The Nutcracker’
    Diverse dancers are finding lead opportunities in the iconic ballet ”The Nutcracker” in the Baltimore area this holiday season.
    Photos are from Morton Street Dance Center's performance of The Nutcracker, cast--particularly cast members of color who are in lead positions. The Snow Queen and The Nutcracker should be highlighted.  (Snow Queen) NaTori Blackman-Gray.
    NBC’s ‘Today’ show features the Miracle on 34th Street lights
    NBC’s “Today” show will feature the famed holiday decorations at Baltimore’s Miracle on 34th Street on Wednesday.
    The Today Show filmed a live segment on Hampden's famous 34th street on December 7, 2022.  Mayor Brandon Scott takes selfies with residents and speaks on Baltimore's local gem.
    Sad about Patterson Bowling Center’s closure? Here are other places you can go for duckpin bowling in and around Baltimore.
    There are still many duckpin bowling options in the area.
    Buck Delcher and Bud Price finish up a Monday after game at Parkville Lanes.
    Where to watch the U.S.-Netherlands World Cup match in Baltimore
    If you don’t have a big enough TV, or would prefer to watch with an excited crowd, we’ve got you covered with this roundup of places to go.
    Brothers, Joey Fluehr, 24, (left) and Ryan Fluehr, 29, share some good laughs while watching the USA vs. Iran World Cup match at Abbey Burger in Little Italy, Baltimore, Md., on November 29, 2022.
    Photo Gallery: The 51st Annual Monument Lighting
    Since 1971, Baltimore City has illuminated the monument during the first Thursday in December.
    Fireworks ignite the sky at the 51st Monument Lighting in Mount Vernon Thursday night, kicking off the start of December’s holiday season, seen from Topside in hotel Revival in Baltimore.
    The best running trails in the Baltimore area
    The Baltimore area is blessed with acres of amazing parks, miles of trails and many historical places to explore — and run.
    The Northern Central Railroad Trail is a converted railbed that covers 19.7 miles in Maryland.
    A guide to the best experiences, not stuff, to give the person who has everything
    These gifts offer the chance to explore the best of what the area has to offer, around Baltimore and beyond.
    Illustration for The Baltimore Banner's gift guide
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