The nonprofit Second Chance also believes in giving low-income Baltimoreans a second chance by training them in carpentry, craftsmanship, and construction. Airy-based Strickly Digital , , stricklydigital. Professional Organizer Need help letting go of your childhood tiddly wink collection? Unlike many services that leave you with the pile to donate to Goodwill, Rehkemper hauls it all away and distributes it to worthy charities such as House of Ruth and the SPCA.
Bitter does it the old-fashioned way with a simple Singer sewing machine, a measuring tape, bolts of fabric, and a few rolls of tassels and trims.
Bring in a picture of what you want or give Bitter carte blanche to create something to suit your taste and style.
Belvedere Avenue, , with its fluffy, puffy, pillow-covered beds is like walking through a waking dream. We also love the savvy staff and design team willing to make house calls for even the simplest of requests, such as helping us choose which duvet or upholstered headboard will go best with our freshly painted boudoir. Owner Tammie Monaco, the former director of catering at The Brass Elephant, will provide servers and bartenders for your romantic dinner for two or that person wedding in your tented backyard.
Five years ago, when owner Robin McDonald sought healthier options for her sensitive-stomached Weimaraner, Harper, there were none. So McDonald opened her own store with all-natural everything—from chicken and apple chews to wheat-based cat litter. Howl—formerly Chow, Baby! Look for animal acupuncture and monthly educational seminars to come soon. You see, owner Susannah Siger quells our cravings with not just an impressive selection of melt-in-your-mouth, high-quality, hard-to-find European chocolates, but the latest and greatest in designer shoes as well.
Ladies, resistance is futile. It was in that spirit that Craig Martin opened the decidedly old-school Quinntessential Gentleman , 31 S. Calvert Street, , in the fall of With hot towels, warm lather, a straight razor, and after-shave balm, QG offers the best shave in town.
Pratt Street, , and your whole day is shot. Effervescent salespeople are happy to answer all questions and shower you with free samples. After all, you have to try products to know they work, right? With locations coast to coast, this mega store sells everything from Bare Escentuals to Stila and Smashbox, as well as a great assortment of accessories including Kabuki blush brushes and precision eye curlers.
Charles Street, The tiny eggs fly off the shelves during the holidays, so stock up—and then sit back and sigh. Facial If Ponce de Leon had experienced the karat gold facial at Mt. The facial, in which sheets of gold leaf are massaged into the face, is purported to tighten, brighten, and turn back the hands of time well, at least temporarily.
Washington Spa is one of the few spas in town to offer this exclusive service and owner Vesna Stojanovic sets the standard with her Midas touch. Inexpensive But Fabulous Haircut In this day of fast-track salons, Shear Classic , Lawndale Avenue, , is a throwback to simpler times and simpler prices and walk-ins are welcome. Allegheny Avenue, Krapf began his journey to the upper echelons of Charm City beauty 25 years ago doing hair, but, after a decade, he added makeup artistry to his bag of tricks.
Charles Street, , a great manicurist? Clair, flock to get groomed by this former art student. Vernon Fitness! And rest assured, discretion is paramount. Instead, expect the essence of orange or the aroma of lavender. Co-owner and massage therapist Sherrie Tennessee—a former Johns Hopkins researcher—knows the human body like, well, the back of her hand.
Pedicurist Kathy Mojica, who works out of a private room, is attentive to your every need, and a brie and fresh fruit snack is served under a domed crystal dish during the soak-and-polish portion of the experience. Kaplan , Clipper Mill Road, , will custom develop your perfect exercise routine. Kaplan is a friend, therapist, confidante, and trainer all in one fit package, which is exactly how he keeps clients from falling off the exercise wagon.
Have a puffy-sleeved, full-length fox from your Dynasty days? Swartz can reshape it into a trendy, swing car coat and make a matching pocket book, pillow, or even a teddy bear with the scraps. Wellness Center If heaven is on earth, we found it at Ojas Wellness Center , Sulgrave Avenue and other locations , OJAS, a blissfully tranquil, eco-friendly oasis offering a million and one ways to unwind.
Ojas has it all, including Five Element Acupuncture, massage therapy, Reformer Pilates, organic skincare, and yoga classes for every skill level. In the ever-expanding world of wellness centers, the expert staff—trained in everything from Vinyasa and Iyengar yoga to Reiki massage and Chakra balancing—will help you to achieve your goal, be it inner peace, chronic pain relief, or a flatter tummy. Limo Service For most of us, limo service is a rare treat. As for brides-to-be? With its relaxed vibe and cozy, homespun interior, La Salon de Beaute is as unassuming as it gets.
Pratt Street, , could be mixed anywhere. Seventy miles mostly on I is all that separates us from some of the best tubing, rafting, hiking, hunting, and fishing in our area.
The confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers provides a perfect spot for water activities ranging from the lackadaisical tubing to the intense kayaking. World class hiking is available on the famous Appalachian Trail. We smell a day trip. Anything but. The tater tots are stuffed with melted brie cheese and applewood bacon. The vibe in this gleaming new facility is more spa than gym. Technology is omnipresent: Every piece of cardio equipment is fitted with a flat-screen TV and iPod jack, and there are computers with Internet access in the lobby, so after you burn off those calories you can check your body mass index or order a pizza.
Four pools, four squash courts, plus studios for kinesis, yoga, Pilates, and boxing offer members virtually every exercise option under the sun. Indeed, Ropewalk takes its cue from a poster hanging near the front bar touting the candidacy of Ronald Reagan and his running mate, Natty Boh. Happy Hour Perhaps no societal institution is more aptly named than happy hour, that precious time when workday worries are washed away.
Start at the Nature Center to pick up a map of the nine primary routes and be sure to check out the turtles. The clearly-marked trails range in length from the Iron Mine Gray Trail at. Neighborhood Bar Like that mythic Boston basement bar that never ran dry of beer or buddies, Hull Street Blues , Hull Street, , is the type of low-key joint where everybody seems to know your name.
Shuffleboard, a solid jukebox, and friendly bartenders and patrons make the place just right for a bustling Friday or a laidback weeknight. Every time we step into Annabel Lee Tavern , S. Owner Kurt Bragunier runs the place with a smile on his what-has-to-be tired face.
Oriole Legend Boog Powell seems to grow larger—in stature, and otherwise—every year. He smacked homers and 11 triples! With brim meeting bird logo at a degree angle, George Sherrill has owned the ninth inning since coming to Baltimore from Seattle in an off-season trade. Public Golf Course Links-style golf commonly is associated with Scotland, birthplace of the sport.
Flat courses with few water hazards or trees, links tracks usually are set by the sea or—in the case of Compass Pointe , Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena, —by the Chesapeake Bay. The course features 36 holes divided into four nines spread over acres that challenge golfers of varying skill by demanding accuracy and imagination.
Since being diagnosed with ALS, Brigance has refused to let the disease sideline or even sidetrack him. He shows up to work every day with a smile on his face, resolve in his step, and faith in his heart. The outdoor courtyard between Tsunami and Lemongrass , Bank Street, , offers an admittedly hazy first glimpse into this future. Under a lattice roof, a large Buddha looms over a half bar shots and beer , and the space is filled with comfortable wooden chairs and booths, and even large heaters.
Decker Street, , is a relatively meat-head-free environment. Try the fried pickles. Urban Sporting Goods Store What could be more important to the young city-dwelling athlete than looking good while working out? City Sports , Aliceanna Street, , to the rescue.
Old school and understatedly cool, like Freamon himself, murals of musical legends adorn the walls, and jazz bands set up shop in the middle of the small club Friday and Saturday nights, playing at the perfect pitch. Sickening might be more like it. Canton Kayak Club , cantonkayakclub. No reservations are necessary, just show up and plop down into a kayak, and prepare to feel the stress flow from your body. Band Beach House , the local duo of Alex Scally and Victoria Legrand, crafts lush, understated chamber pop infused with dreamy warmth.
Williams Omar in a Baltimore club, Pearson brought an androgynous and nuanced ambiguity to her role that elevated it far beyond that of a typical street killer. After not having a true offensive coordinator during the season Billick had assumed those duties early in the season after firing Jim Fassel [3] although Rick Neuheisel had been listed on the coaching staff in that capacity , [4] addressing this position was as much of a priority for new Head Coach John Harbaugh as it was for owner Steve Bisciotti to find a new Head Coach for his team, at the time.
Recently dismissed as head coach from the Miami Dolphins, [5] Malcolm 'Cam' Cameron was highly sought after for his offensive expertise from his time in San Diego with the Chargers.
After some deliberation amongst offers he received from around the league, Cameron chose to come to the Ravens, and John Harbaugh announced him as the offensive coordinator on January 23, Rex Ryan was 'released from duty' as the team's defensive coordinator , but was still under contract to the Ravens as a defensive coordinator in name for one more year, should new Head Coach John Harbaugh decide to hire him onto his staff, thus making him ineligible to accept the same position with any other NFL football team.
Ryan, at the time was applying for a head coaching position himself, but got no offers for any of the four head coaching vacancies in Atlanta , his own team in Baltimore, Miami, or in Washington.
Ravens' free safety Ed Reed at training camp, On February 28, , center Mike Flynn was released after failing his annual physical. Flynn was one of the few players remaining from the team's Super Bowl championship season in The Ravens traded the eighth overall pick to the Jaguars for Jacksonville's first-round choice 26th overall as well as two third-round selections 71st and 89th and a fourth-round th pick.
The Ravens then traded the 26th overall pick as well as their third-round 89th and sixth-round picks to Houston for its first-round 18th pick.
The Ravens then traded their second fourth-round pick th overall to the Oakland Raiders for cornerback Fabian Washington. The only three teams with tougher strength of schedules are the Jacksonville Jaguars 3rd with a The first and last pre-season games will be simulcast on television and radio, a first in the NFL. The radio broadcast team of Gerry Sandusky, Stan White, and former Ravens defensive tackle Rob Burnett will voice the televised pre-season games. In the second quarter, the Ravens increased their advantage with Matt Stover kicking a yard field goal.
The Bengals responded with Shayne Graham kicking a yard field goal to end the first half. In the fourth quarter, Cincinnati tried to rally as CB Johnathan Joseph returned a fumble 65 yards for a touchdown. Ultimately, the Ravens defense stopped a potential Bengals scoring drive on fourth down late in the fourth quarter and won the game. Joe Flacco in his rookie debut, completed 15 of 29 passes for yards along with a touchdown run.
Coming off an unexpected bye week, the Ravens looked to improve their division standing in the AFC North, playing host to the 0—2 Cleveland Browns. Joe Flacco threw his first career interception in the first quarter, which was scoreless for both teams.
The Browns, however, capitalized on the turnover by driving 52 yards for a touchdown, finishing the drive with Derek Anderson completing a 19 yard pass to Jerome Harrison. Baltimore would respond with Willis McGahee scoring on a 5 yard touchdown run, his first of the season. The Browns closed out the first half with a Phil Dawson Field goal to make the score 10 — 7, Browns, at the half. Strong Safety Dawan Landry suffered a mild spinal injury and was taken to the hospital, where X-rays were negative for damage.
In the second half, Baltimore won the turnover battle and their defense proved to be the deciding factor in this contest. After forcing another 3-and-out, Baltimore would capitalize on a Browns personal foul from the 50 yard line, driving 35 yards for a touchdown, finishing the drive with a 1 yard run from Le'Ron McClain.
The Browns tried to rally late in the game, but Samari Rolle intercepted Derek Anderson with less than two minutes to play, ensuring no chance of a comeback. Coming off their home win over the Browns, the Ravens flew to Heinz Field for their first road game of the year, as they played a Week 4 MNF duel with the throwback-clad Pittsburgh Steelers. In the first quarter, Baltimore trailed early as Steelers kicker Jeff Reed got a yard field goal.
The Ravens responded with kicker Matt Stover getting a yard field goal. Baltimore gained the lead in the second quarter as Stover kicked a yard field goal, while rookie QB Joe Flacco completed his first career touchdown pass as he hooked up with TE Daniel Wilcox from 4 yards out. In the fourth quarter, the Steelers increased their lead with Reed getting a yard field goal.
However, despite winning the coin toss in overtime, Baltimore was unable to gain ground. In the end, Pittsburgh sealed Baltimore's fate as Reed nailed the game-winning yard field goal. Hoping to rebound from their tough divisional road loss to the Steelers, the Ravens went home for a Week 5 defensive duel with the Tennessee Titans.
Baltimore scored in the first quarter on a yard field goal by kicker Matt Stover. In the second quarter, the Titans tied the game as kicker Rob Bironas made a yard field goal. In the second quarter, the Ravens continued to struggle as Manning completed a 5-yard TD pass to Harrison. Baltimore would get its only score as kicker Matt Stover got a yard field goal. Trying to snap a three-game losing streak, the Ravens flew to Dolphin Stadium for a Week 7 duel with the Miami Dolphins.
In the first quarter, Baltimore trailed early as Dolphins kicker Dan Carpenter got a yard field goal. The Ravens would respond with kicker Matt Stover getting a yard field goal. In the second quarter, Baltimore took the lead as LB Terrell Suggs returned an interception 44 yards for a touchdown. In the third quarter, Baltimore increased its lead with Stover nailing a yard field goal. Coming off their road win over the Dolphins, the Ravens went home for a Week 8 duel with the Oakland Raiders.
In the third quarter, Oakland responded with a yard field goal by kicker Sebastian Janikowski , yet Baltimore answered with Stover yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, the Ravens extended their lead on a Flacco yard TD run.
In the second quarter, Cleveland tied the game with a yard field goal by kicker Phil Dawson. The Ravens answered with Stover making a yard field goal, yet the Browns closed out the half with Dawson making a yard field goal.
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