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As finals creep closer, Baltimore offers a welcome pause with a weekend full of holiday spirit. Enjoy twinkling markets, a beloved ballet and a movie night with a live orchestra before heading into the last stretch of the semester. Wishing everyone rest, warmth and a happy holiday season.
Campus may be quiet for Thanksgiving break, but Baltimore is already in full holiday mode. Saturday is packed with choices from shopping local at Bazaart to exploring Festival of Trees before ending the night with improv mayhem at Bah Humbug. On Sunday, Hampden turns on the lights for Miracle on 34th Street, and the Grinch takes over the Hippodrome for one last burst of cheer.
The idea of being a “Pilates Princess” has never been so appealing. Under the stress of unending midterms (which should be called infinite-terms), it seems like taking care of one’s health is an impossible task. So imagine our excitement when we found out that Hopkins offers free Pilates classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays for all affiliates at the Rec.
Mocha and Pearl was founded by Rojeena Thapa as a place where comfort, creativity and community come together. Nestled inside the DoubleTree beside campus, the shop serves handcrafted coffee and boba drinks that have quickly made it a favorite among Hopkins students. Thapa describes the cafe’s journey in an interview with The News-Letter.
Thanksgiving break is almost here, but there is still plenty happening around the city. Kick things off on Friday at Ottobar’s early bird ‘80s dance party, spend Saturday hopping between art, film and live music, and close out the weekend with Talib Kweli at Baltimore Soundstage for a night of sharp lyricism before the holiday begins.
Exams may be in full swing, but Baltimore’s weekend lineup offers a much-needed break from the grind. From the immersive sounds of the Diffusion Festival to live music at Dam Jam, local art at Evergreen’s Holiday Market and vintage treasures at Union Collective, there’s plenty to explore before ending the weekend with Astronaut Symphony’s cosmic performance.
It is getting colder in Baltimore, and exams are still in full swing, but the city is full of ways to take a break. Warm up at the Maryland Irish Festival with traditional food and music or head to Union Craft Brewing and Patterson Park for a weekend of oysters and beer. On Sunday, explore how Hopkins researchers are tackling climate challenges at Extreme Heat or end the weekend with Puppets Fight Back, a night of drag, music and puppetry at Le Mondo.
With the long-awaited opening of the Bloomberg Student Center comes an arguably more exciting addition: a lineup of new campus dining options! This past week, I ventured outside my usual chipotle veggie burger from Brody’s Daily Grind and Blue Jay spirulina bowl from Neicy’s Fabulous Juice Bar to explore everything the Bloomberg Student Center has to offer.
Saturday nights have me craving food that feels like an escape from the weekday routine. After a long week, there is something special about sitting down for a meal that feels both comforting and exciting. So last week, my friends and I set out on a mission for something flavorful and a little different: traditional Indian food. After scrolling through countless options around Baltimore and reading mouthwatering reviews, we landed on Sangam Indian Cuisine in Cockeysville, a cozy spot known for bringing the vibrant flavors of South India to Maryland.
Halloween weekend has arrived, and Baltimore is buzzing with ways to celebrate. Whether you’re exploring Edgar Allan Poe’s eerie world, dancing in costume or catching a symphonic twist on classic horror, there’s plenty to do before the candy runs out. From Ekiben’s Baolloween deals to a live Rocky Horror performance and a spine-tingling concert at the Meyerhoff, this weekend offers thrills, treats and a perfect way to close out spooky season.
Halloween may still be a week away, but Baltimore is already getting into the spirit. From lanterns lighting up Patterson Park to ghostly trails at Cylburn Arboretum, this weekend blends art, architecture and autumn festivities across the city. Whether you want to explore historic buildings, see new exhibits or settle in for a symphonic nod to Poe, plenty is happening to fill your fall weekend.
When I was younger, my parents both worked late. Some nights their meetings stretched past dinner, and I would fall asleep to the clack of keyboards and muffled voices on speakerphone. But one night, I stayed awake. Maybe I had napped earlier or maybe I just did not want the night to end. Either way, I was wide-eyed and hungry, and for once, so were they.
Staying on campus for fall break? As the weather starts to cool, it’s a great weekend to explore what Baltimore has to offer. Comic-Con takes over the Convention Center, runners fill the streets for the city’s annual marathon and things heat up at Spicy Con in Timonium. You can also spend the afternoon at a lecture on Black fashion history or end the weekend with a night of theater as Art makes its debut at Everyman.
A small micro creamery owned and run by couple Cedric Al Kazzi and Ross Hatton, Mishmish has been delighting the senses of Charles Village through regular pop-ups in the surrounding area, primarily near coffee shop Bird in Hand.
The second weekend of October brings a mix of festivals, art and performance to the city. You can start your Friday with a classic whodunit on stage or seasonal brews at the Zoo, then spend Saturday at Fells Point’s waterfront festival or catch the closing day of The Brave at Galerie Myrtis. On Sunday, Opera Baltimore rounds out the weekend with Puccini’s Tosca, a sweeping production of love and betrayal.
The first weekend of October is the perfect time to step into fall and explore the city. Baltimore has something for every mood, from the final night of Rotunda Rocks and the Poe Festival’s gothic flair to an Asian food market on the waterfront, a wine tasting street fest in Harbor East and a film festival taking over The Charles.
Reality feeling a little too drab? Searching for a doorway into another world? Each fall, The Maryland Renaissance Faire opens its gates into a realm of revelry, fantasy and royal gossip.
Being a Hopkins student means long hours of studying, endless assignments and plenty of research, but it doesn’t mean fun has to take a back seat. By junior year, I promised myself that I’d prioritize experiences outside of academics. So, after wrangling my friends’ schedules (yes, it took three weeks of notice to get everyone free on the same night), we carved out a Friday evening to hit pause on the grind and see what Baltimore had in store.
The last weekend of September is here, and exams are creeping into everyone’s schedules. While some tests are wrapping up and others are just around the corner, there is still plenty of time to carve out a break. Baltimore is buzzing with options: sip wine among dinosaurs at the Science Center, eat your fill of pasta and cannoli in Aberdeen, sample sweets at Harborplace, cheer on pig races in Pigtown or stroll through the Abell Street Fair to close out the weekend.
On our way to Fells Point, my friend, who would be trying out oysters for the first time soon, was grumbling. “Whenever you ask someone what oysters taste like, they describe it as if they don’t want you to try it,” he said. “It’s really good, but they have the texture of gelatin... almost slimy... and it’s very salty, as if you’re drinking sea water... But it’s so good, you should try it!” he added, imitating those types of people.