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Travel & Outdoors
How the Polar Bear Plunge Became a Chilly Chesapeake Bay Tradition
The annual dip in support of Maryland's Special Olympians—which will draw tens of thousands to splash off in Sandy Point—returns with five events from Jan. 26 to Feb. 3.
Health & Wellness
The Well in Curtis Bay is Helping Women Save Their Own Lives
Founder and executive director Mandy Memmel aids trauma survivors in understanding their value, identity, and creative purpose.
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Holiday Roundup
Our guide to shopping, events, recipes, and more this holiday season.
GameChangers
How Lonnie Walker’s Own Hardships Fueled His Dedication to Helping Others
JOY Baltimore seeks to support vulnerable children and end youth homelessness, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community.
News & Community
Maryland’s First Natural Burial Cemetery Makes Death an Act of Conservation
At Serenity Ridge Natural Burial Cemetery and Arboretum in Windsor Mill, "the idea is to care for the dead with minimal environmental impact."
Sports
Potomac Curling Club Unites Hundreds Who Find Joy in the Strangely Satisfying Sport
At the National Capital Curling Center in Laurel, members play and teach curling in men’s, women’s, doubles, youth, and social leagues—and refreshingly don’t take their collective self all that seriously.
Food & Drink
Maple Sugaring Has Deep Roots in Western Maryland
Closer to Baltimore, local parks host winter events where you can learn about how tree sap transforms into golden brown syrup perfect for candies and pancakes.
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Featured Home: 1812 Skippers Row
A stunning waterfront lifestyle in one of Maryland’s most desirable communities.
Travel & Outdoors
Winter Wonderland: Your Guide to Getting Outside in Baltimore During the Colder Months
The best places to ski, sled, skate, hike, plunge, and more this season.
Food & Drink
Review: The Local Promises Elevated Comfort Food—and Delivers with Gusto
True to its name, the restaurant on The Avenue in White Marsh relies on local ingredients for its seasonal, creative plates.
News & Community
Fossils and Granite in Baltimore’s Downtown Buildings Reveal Earth’s Ancient Story
The Natural History Society of Maryland leads a 12-stop, 1.5-mile tour examining the city's geological roots.
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Keeping in Ship Shape
Downtown Sailing Center celebrates 30 years of connecting sailors with the water.
Travel & Outdoors
The Best Trails for a Winter Run Around Baltimore
Get off the pavement and hit these hiking spots for a brisk run.
Food & Drink
The Best Places to Sip Hot Chocolate Around Baltimore
Sip unique versions of classic cocoa at these local spots.
Travel & Outdoors
The Best Places to Go Ice Skating Around Baltimore
Bundle up tight and glide your way around these local indoor and outdoor rinks.
Travel & Outdoors
The Best Places to Ski Around Baltimore
Hit the slopes at these destinations within a day's drive.
Food & Drink
Three Top-Shelf Sips to Break Out This Winter
For those eschewing Dry January, prepare to indulge in a little me time.
Travel & Outdoors
The Best Places to Go Sledding Around Baltimore
When flakes fall, there's a long tradition of sledding in the city. Here are the best hills to hit:
Food & Drink
The Empanada Lady Celebrates Her Roots Through Her Recipes
For Elisa Milan, making more than 1,000 empanadas a week at her new full-scale restaurant downtown is a way to connect with her Puerto Rican ancestors.
Food & Drink
Review: McFaul’s IronHorse Tavern is Still Going Strong in Parkville
The combination of classic and contemporary has made the cozy tavern a popular spot for more than a decade.
Arts & Culture
The American Prison Writing Archive Moves to Baltimore
Johns Hopkins University takes over the country’s largest digital collection of writings by incarcerated people, which are all accessible to the public.
Health & Wellness
Four Local Wellness Brands to Help You Prioritize Self-Care This Year
Sure, it may sound easy enough, but a true path to self-care requires intentionality—and the right partners.
Food & Drink
Review: Prima Dopo Adds to the Party Feel of Fells Point
Prima Dopo is not a classic Italian restaurant, but it has a vibe that can’t be ignored.
