(Left to right) A performer at Artscape 2023; A rendering of planned upgrades to the West Baltimore MARC Station; Shrubbery at Ladew Topiary Gardens.
(Left to right) A performer at Artscape 2023; A rendering of planned upgrades to the West Baltimore MARC Station; Shrubbery at Ladew Topiary Gardens.

Last week, we shared news about the closure of Hunting Ground in Hampden, upcoming concerts in August and September, and the Amazing Acro-Cats show at Creative Alliance.

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The entrance to Hunting Ground at 3649 Falls Road. Photo by Ed Gunts.
The entrance to Hunting Ground at 3649 Falls Road. Photo by Ed Gunts.

“After nearly 13 years, Hunting Ground is closing in Hampden“: Owners of Hunting Ground announced they are closing the popular boutique at 3649 Falls Road at the end of July and are holding one last sale.

(Clockwise from top left) Missy Elliott; All Time Low; Usher; New Kids on the Block; Fantasia; and Imagine Dragons.
(Clockwise from top left) Missy Elliott; All Time Low; Usher; New Kids on the Block; Fantasia; and Imagine Dragons.

“Keep the concerts coming! Here are the hottest acts visiting the Baltimore area in August and September.“: Are you in for some more musical fun this summer? These are some of the concerts in August and September to make your summer even cooler!

Cat leaps through hoop held by woman
Acro-Cats in action! See them at Creative Alliance from July 17 – 28. Photo courtesy of Samantha Martin.

“The Amazing Acro-Cats are not kitten around about mewsic, tricks, and animal rescue!“: The Amazing Acro-Cats, a show full of talented feline performers, is coming to Baltimore at the Creative Alliance from July 17-28.

Entry corner rendering of The Claiborne at Roland Park.

“Neighbors appeal court ruling that North Roland Park senior living community may proceed“: Neighbors of a planned $25 million senior living community in North Roland Park appealed a court ruling allowing the project to move forward.

“The Last Place I Saw Them“: In this abcedarian essay, columnist Marion Winik recounts her great-grandfather’s journey from Lithuania, memories from the house on Dwight Drive, and more from the Winik family’s collective story.

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A rendering depicts the planned new West Baltimore MARC Station, with a view southbound looking east. Rendering courtesy of Amtrak.
A rendering depicts the planned new West Baltimore MARC Station, with a view southbound looking east. Rendering courtesy of Amtrak.

“Amtrak releases new renderings of West Baltimore MARC Station“: Amtrak on Thursday released new renderings of the planned West Baltimore MARC Station, which will connect with the future Red Line light rail and other transit options.

A new restaurant is expected to move into the building at 1000 W. 36th St. in Hampden, which housed the former Cafe Hon for 30 years before it closed its doors in 2022. Photo by Ed Gunts.
A new restaurant is expected to move into the building at 1000 W. 36th St. in Hampden, which housed the former Cafe Hon for 30 years before it closed its doors in 2022. Photo by Ed Gunts.

“From blistered shishito peppers to pork tomahawk katsu, here’s a preview of the Asian-themed ‘sample menu’ planned for the restaurant that will replace Café Hon in Hampden“: An application for an Asian-themed restaurant to replace Café Hon in Hampden includes a “sample menu” with items such as Pork Tomahawk Katsu and Boba Panna Cotta.

Attendees walk through colorful streamer adorned gates on W Mt Royal Ave. Artscape 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Credit: Carl Schmidt/Federal Hill Photography, LLC)

“Artscape 2024 to feature RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Naomi Smalls, fashion shows, more“: Baltimore’s 40th Artscape festival, set to take place Aug. 2-4, will feature former RuPaul’s Drag Race competitor Naomi Smalls, fashion shows by emerging and professional designers, public art installations, and more.

Visitors watch an outdoor movie at the H.P. Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens. Photo by Maggie Jones.
Visitors watch an outdoor movie at the H.P. Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens. Photo by Maggie Jones.

“Summer 2024 Outdoor Guide: Where to spend your summer around Baltimore“: The Baltimore region is a lush paradise during the summer months, filled with greenery, waterfront activities, and refreshing places to swim. To get you through this heat wave, here is a list of the best outdoor activities Baltimore has to offer.

Baltimore filmmaker and author John Waters is being honored with a "Legendary Legends" award from World of Wonder Productions. Photo courtesy of World of Wonder/Facebook.
Baltimore filmmaker and author John Waters is being honored with a “Legendary Legends” award from World of Wonder Productions. Photo courtesy of World of Wonder/Facebook.

“Another entertainment industry honor for John Waters: the “Legendary Legends” award“: Baltimore filmmaker and author John Waters is being honored with a “Legendary Legends” award from World of Wonder Productions.