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Whether you’ve got a sliver of daylight or want a low-stress tune-up, Carroll Park Golf Course serves up a breezy 9 that’s easy to squeeze…

2100 Washington Blvd (Baltimore)

Whether you’ve got a sliver of daylight or want a low-stress tune-up, Carroll Park Golf Course serves up a breezy 9 that’s easy to squeeze in, plus FootGolf if the squad wants to mix it up. Bonus, this place carries serious Baltimore history from the city’s desegregation era.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Whiskey Creek Golf Club delivers that tucked-away feel close to home, with a championship layout by J. Michael Poellot and design…

4804 Whiskey Ct (Ijamsville) · ✓ checked Jul 31

Whiskey Creek Golf Club delivers that tucked-away feel close to home, with a championship layout by J. S. Open champion, weaving through meadows, stone walls, and a winding creek with Catoctin views.

From the Frederick newsletter, September 3, 2026

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FSK Unity Mural

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FSK Unity Mural turns the Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School wall into a burst of student-powered color, designed around unity,…

Locust Point Community Garden, 1 Jones St (Baltimore)

FSK Unity Mural turns the Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School wall into a burst of student-powered color, designed around unity, diversity, and joy. Created through workshops and a giant paint-by-numbers mural cloth process, it’s worth a slow neighborhood stroll this week to soak up the feel-good energy.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 8, 2026

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I-70 Golf Range

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I-70 Golf Range is that no-frills spot to groove your irons, then settle bragging rights on a mini-golf course with real elevation changes.…

8400 E Patrick St

I-70 Golf Range is that no-frills spot to groove your irons, then settle bragging rights on a mini-golf course with real elevation changes. Easy pick for a low-key weeknight reset this week or a weekend laugh with friends when you need outdoorsy vibes without the fuss.

From the Germantown newsletter, August 4, 2026

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The Elkridge Club

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Set just outside downtown Baltimore, The Elkridge Club feels like a second home for families. Think a Seth Raynor 18-hole golf course on…

6100 N Charles St (Baltimore)

Set just outside downtown Baltimore, The Elkridge Club feels like a second home for families. Think a Seth Raynor 18-hole golf course on 117 acres, Har Tru tennis courts, a summer pool scene, plus cocktails before dinner or a lazy Sunday brunch. Very welcome home energy.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Richland Golf Club

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Richland Golf Club scratches the local golf itch with a Rick Jacobson 18, bent grass from tee to green, water in play on six holes, and…

50 Glenbrook Dr (Middletown)

Richland Golf Club scratches the local golf itch with a Rick Jacobson 18, bent grass from tee to green, water in play on six holes, and Catoctin views. Warm up on the range, then reward yourself at Valley Sports Grill with wings or a burger.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 27, 2026

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If your friend group has more opinions than a Rockville listserv, The Murder Mystery Company in Baltimore, MD turns dinner into a…

4901 Eastern Ave (Baltimore)

If your friend group has more opinions than a Rockville listserv, The Murder Mystery Company in Baltimore, MD turns dinner into a live-action Clue where you interrogate suspects, crack clues, and play the leads. Great for birthdays or team building, and they can bring the case to you.

From the Germantown newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Warehouse Cinemas

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Warehouse Cinemas keeps first-run films feeling like an event, with comfy recliners, legit snacks, and drinks that make previews more fun.…

727 W 40th St (Baltimore) · ✓ checked Sep 3

Warehouse Cinemas keeps first-run films feeling like an event, with comfy recliners, legit snacks, and drinks that make previews more fun. When the week calls for escape, this is the nearby spot where seats hug you back and the screen does the heavy lifting.

From the Germantown newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Adventure Park USA

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Whether your crew wants roller coasters, blazing go-karts, championship mini-golf, or the two-story laser tag arena, Adventure Park USA…

11113 W Baldwin (Monrovia)

Whether your crew wants roller coasters, blazing go-karts, championship mini-golf, or the two-story laser tag arena, Adventure Park USA delivers wall-to-wall energy. Maryland’s largest family entertainment center packs arcade chaos, mini bowling, a ropes course and zipline into one easy local plan for this week.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 13, 2026

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X-Golf Frederick

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Indoor golf center featuring a simulator, lessons from PGA pros, and private events.

5205 Buckeystown Pike

Indoor golf center featuring a simulator, lessons from PGA pros, and private events.

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Warehouse Cinemas Frederick brings first‑run hits, throwback favorites, and fun events, plus a legit evening out. Think heated leather…

1301 W Patrick St

Warehouse Cinemas Frederick brings first‑run hits, throwback favorites, and fun events, plus a legit evening out. Think heated leather recliners, excellent picture and sound, and a full bar with 28 self-serve taps, wine, cocktails, and a creative food menu, and the Film League if you want a monthly cinema hang.

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Musket Ridge Golf Club is Joe Lee’s final 18-hole design, a semi-private track with dramatic elevated tee shots, undulating greens, and…

3555 Brethren Church Rd (Myersville)

Musket Ridge Golf Club is Joe Lee’s final 18-hole design, a semi-private track with dramatic elevated tee shots, undulating greens, and hazards you can actually see... all wrapped in breathtaking Maryland scenery. Book a tee time this week or level up with lessons from their PGA pros.

From the Hagerstown newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Clifton Park Golf Course brings classic Baltimore golf to your weekend, built in 1915 with a delightful layout, beautifully maintained…

2701 St Lo Dr B (Baltimore)

Clifton Park Golf Course brings classic Baltimore golf to your weekend, built in 1915 with a delightful layout, beautifully maintained greens, and a skyline view from the first green. Convenient, PGA managed, and quietly scenic, it’s a satisfying 18 when you want history with your birdie hunt.

From the Germantown newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Harbor East Cinemas

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Harbor East Cinemas is the chill, local way to catch this week’s new releases alongside the occasional throwback you actually want to…

645 S President St (Baltimore)

Harbor East Cinemas is the chill, local way to catch this week’s new releases alongside the occasional throwback you actually want to revisit. When the group text stalls, this is the easy yes that still feels like a plan, right in the neighborhood.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Escape This Frederick keeps things fresh with private, story-driven rooms like The Subway, Mob Boss, and Haunted, all built with…

924 N East St

Escape This Frederick keeps things fresh with private, story-driven rooms like The Subway, Mob Boss, and Haunted, all built with award-winning game design. It’s family-friendly, great for birthdays or team-building, and even has VR and a party room when you want extra bragging rights.

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Worthington Manor Golf Club pairs a championship-caliber public course that’s hosted the Maryland Open and will host a U.S. Open qualifier…

8329 Fingerboard Rd (Urbana)

S. ’s Grill & BAR19 for post-round cocktails, good food, and the game on TV. Tee it up close to home.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 22, 2026

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If you’re a member or have that golden-friend invite, Baltimore Country Club - Roland Park nails the cozy side of club life with six…

4712 Club Rd (Baltimore)

If you’re a member or have that golden-friend invite, Baltimore Country Club - Roland Park nails the cozy side of club life with six duckpin lanes, fireside dining, and championship-caliber golf vibes... plus events that actually feel special.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Whether you’re plotting a brewery crawl, a new hike, or ways to impress visiting in-laws, Frederick Visitor Center hooks you up with smart…

151 East St

Whether you’re plotting a brewery crawl, a new hike, or ways to impress visiting in-laws, Frederick Visitor Center hooks you up with smart local tips, maps, and an intro film in a gorgeous 1899 warehouse. Pop in for destination-branded souvenirs or snag a Downtown Frederick gift card for a quick win.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 30, 2026

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The Senator Theatre

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Craving something beyond another strip-mall multiplex? The Senator Theatre is a grand 1939 movie palace with three modern screens, mixing…

5904 York Rd (Baltimore) · ✓ checked Aug 26

Craving something beyond another strip-mall multiplex? The Senator Theatre is a grand 1939 movie palace with three modern screens, mixing Hollywood crowd-pleasers, indie gems, and occasional big-screen revivals. It’s the rare spot where popcorn feels classy and weeknights feel like an event.

From the Waldorf newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Glade Valley Golf Club in Walkersville is an immaculately manicured 18-hole track with gently rolling terrain, woods, water, and sneaky…

10502 Glade Rd (Woodsboro)

Glade Valley Golf Club in Walkersville is an immaculately manicured 18-hole track with gently rolling terrain, woods, water, and sneaky sand that makes you pick a tactic on every tee. Recognized among the Mid-Atlantic’s top 100 public courses, it’s local, beautiful, and a legit test.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 26, 2026

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If your irons need some truth-telling, Mount Pleasant Golf Course is a Baltimore muni with pedigree, tournament tested and the site that…

6001 Hillen Rd (Baltimore)

If your irons need some truth-telling, Mount Pleasant Golf Course is a Baltimore muni with pedigree, tournament tested and the site that hosted the Eastern Invitational Open.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Whether your kids need to burn off energy or you just want to soak up waterfront vibes without planning a whole beach day, the Walter…

551 Light St (Baltimore)

Whether your kids need to burn off energy or you just want to soak up waterfront vibes without planning a whole beach day, the Walter Sondheim Fountain (Splash Pad) delivers joyful chaos of dancing jets, splashy laughs, and an easy way to sneak some summer into your week.

From the Germantown newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

5830 Ballenger Creek Pike

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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Parkway Theatre

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When you want something more than megaplex sequels, Parkway Theatre brings a historic Baltimore backdrop, carefully curated films, live…

5 W North Ave (Baltimore)

When you want something more than megaplex sequels, Parkway Theatre brings a historic Baltimore backdrop, carefully curated films, live arts and community programs, plus locally sourced concessions and a legit bar-lounge... a solid excuse for a Bowie-to-city evening that actually feels special.

From the Bowie newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Spinners Pinball Arcade is a nonprofit, all-ages playground of 80s/90s cabinets, a big pinball lineup, skeeball and air hockey, plus retro…

1301 W Patrick St Ste 132

Spinners Pinball Arcade is a nonprofit, all-ages playground of 80s/90s cabinets, a big pinball lineup, skeeball and air hockey, plus retro consoles, all set to unlimited play including a turn on Hercules, the world’s largest pinball machine. Make it your stress-reset this week, no quarters required.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Charles Theatre

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Charles Theatre programs first-run independent and foreign films alongside its Revival Series, Met Opera, and Exhibition on Screen, so you…

1711 N Charles St (Baltimore) · ✓ checked Aug 28

Charles Theatre programs first-run independent and foreign films alongside its Revival Series, Met Opera, and Exhibition on Screen, so you can catch new gems and artful deep cuts in the same week. Think Akira one night, The Lady From Shanghai the next, no algorithm required.

From the Baltimore newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Bowling, laser tag, escape rooms, racing simulators, and the XD Dark Ride all under one roof, plus a full arcade and bar dining, make…

4725 Arcadia Dr

Bowling, laser tag, escape rooms, racing simulators, and the XD Dark Ride all under one roof, plus a full arcade and bar dining, make Fourth Dimension Fun Center the easy yes for families, birthdays, and group nights when everyone wants something different... and you just want guaranteed fun.

From the Frederick newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Whether you need a midweek reset or a spot to remind yourself why you still love this city, Top of the World Observation Level serves…

401 E Pratt St 27th floor (Baltimore)

Whether you need a midweek reset or a spot to remind yourself why you still love this city, Top of the World Observation Level serves 360-degree views of the harbor and skyline from the 27th floor. Go for sunset, stay for the calm, leave feeling annoyingly optimistic.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Grab your crew this week for 60 minutes of code-cracking, clue-chasing mayhem at Surelocked In Escape Games, where every booking is private…

13 E Patrick St

Grab your crew this week for 60 minutes of code-cracking, clue-chasing mayhem at Surelocked In Escape Games, where every booking is private so you never escape with strangers.

From the Frederick newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Diamond Ridge Golf Course keeps it simple in the best way: a well-maintained public course in Windsor Mill with a 45-station driving range,…

2309 Ridge Rd #2 (Baltimore)

Diamond Ridge Golf Course keeps it simple in the best way: a well-maintained public course in Windsor Mill with a 45-station driving range, a fully stocked golf shop, and an all-weather pavilion for outings. Perfect for dialing in the swing or sneaking in a quick local round.

From the Baltimore newsletter, September 15, 2026

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