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Thursday, August 18, 2011

Top Posts on TIME's Swampland: The Next Greatest Generation

Top Posts on TIME's Swampland: The Next Greatest Generation



Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:23 AM PDT
In a way, I’ve been working on this week’s cover story–which sadly resides behind the Time paywall–for the past five years, as I’ve embedded with our troops downrange. Watching them in the field, I’ve noticed that they’ve had to learn some new and unusual skills–skills that are extremely well-suited for public service. We hear a [...]
Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:20 AM PDT
Presidential campaigns are all about the future, yet they take place in the present and rest upon the past. A candidate’s record, and performance in debates and on the trail, are what a voter has to go on. So the records of the Republican candidates when it comes to fiscal responsibility matter, especially in a [...]
Posted: 18 Aug 2011 05:19 AM PDT
In the latest issue of TIME, now available to subscribers on tablets and the web, Republican John E. Sununu argues the debt debate and subsequent S&P downgrade have critically damaged President Obama’s re-election effort, while Mark Halperin makes the case that Rick Perry’s entrance into the presidential race has things looking up for the White [...]
Posted: 18 Aug 2011 03:44 AM PDT
I was flattered to learn from Joe Klein’s Aug. 15 column in TIME that Barack Obama is reading my book ­Nixonland. The book is about the “separate and irreconcilable fears” over the past 50 years that came to define the increasingly acrimonious cohabitation of Americans on the left and on the right. I assume Obama [...]
Posted: 17 Aug 2011 07:58 AM PDT
On Sunday in Memphis, Tavis Smiley, the talk-show host, and Cornel West, the Princeton professor, closed a 16-city bus tour intended to draw attention to some of the rarely discussed aspects of the economic crisis: The poverty rate is 14.3%, the highest since the mid-1990s. A record 45.8 million people receive food stamps. “Poverty and [...]

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Mason-Dixon Arrive: LOCAVORE, Tons of Fun Events Still Remain in AUGUST


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MARS Supermarkets: Lutherville & Timonium!
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Stone House Publications, PUBLISHER OF Mason-Dixon ARRIVE  and ARRIVING Home, announces the launch of a business-to-business magazine, I95 BUSINESS, and website, i95business.com, which will focus on people and businesses - doing business - between Baltimore's I-695 Beltway at White Marsh, through Harford County, Cecil County, to Southern Delaware.

The full-color glossy magazine - with a tag line of "Insight into the Fast Lane" - will be packed with features on local businesses and their leaders, finally giving the business community the upscale publication it deserves. The website will incorporate original content, extended stories, photos, videos and a business blog.

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HARFORD Edition   
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BALTIMORE Edition
Find us in WEGMANS LOBBY and Mars Supermarkets in Lutherville and Timonium all month long and at our advertisers, coffee shops and libraries! Plus, we're in many quality boutiques, doctor offices, restaurants, and of course, in your mailbox!      

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Annual Locavore Feature
Aug 11 Balt coverThis month, we feature our annual 'Locavore' theme, providing readers inspiration and the resources in order to eat fresh, local produce and meats. Our comprehensive list of local farms and co-ops will show where you can buy fresh fruits, veggies, poultry, beef and bison, while profiles of a few local farms shows that these places also sell crafts, jewelry, soap, clothing ... you name it!

Aug 11 Harf coverWe continue the 'Locavore' theme with cocktails featuring fresh fruit and recipes from local farmers, while BackRoads takes you to Virginia Beach.

To view either the Baltimore Co. or Harford Co. edition online, go towww.mdarrive.com and click the cover images or simply click on one of the cover images seen here.
Baltimore County Restaurant Week
Rest week logoAugust 12-26
Featuring a variety of restaurants to suit every taste and budget. From fine dining and fusion, to family dining and pubs, you can enjoy choosing from a variety of restaurants.  www.BaltimoreCountyRestaurantWeek.com
Hot August Blues
HAB 2011August 20, Oregon Ridge
Tedeschi Trucks Band, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Kings go Forth, J.Roddy Walston & the Business, Tom Larsen Band. hotaugustblues.com
Maryland State Fair
State Fair concert
August 26-September 5, Timonium
Livestock and horse shows, midway rides, garden exhibits, food, thoroughbred horse racing and LIVE MUSIC: FRI, Selena Gomez & The Scene, SAT, Blake Shelton, SUN, All Time Low. Tickets on sale at Ticketmaster and MissionTix.com. www.marylandstatefair.com 
Native Plant Sale and Seminar
Irvine Native saleAugust 27, Irvine Nature Center
Planting native promotes biodiversity, preserves Maryland's natural heritage and reduces pollution. Learn more about it via three noted experts, four afternoon workshops, and lots of gorgeous, locally grown plants. www.explorenature.org.
SARC Hot Air Balloon Festival
SARC adSeptember 2-3, Bel Air
The 2nd Annual Rising Above It Balloon Festival, a fundraiser for SARC, a Harford County nonprofit that provides hope and resources to victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse and stalking, will take place Sept. 2-3. The Balloon Glow Gala takes place Sept. 2, 7-11pm at Maryland Golf and Country Clubs, 1335 East MacPhail Road in Bel Air.Family Fun Day takes place (rain or shine) at the Harford County Equestrian Center, 608 North Tollgate Road in Bel Air, Sept. 3, noon-7pm.  sarc-maryland.org 
Casey Cares Rock N Roll Bash
September 24, Rams Lead Live, Baltimore
Casey CaresEven though you're in Baltimore, you'll be in a "New York State of Mind" when musicians from bands like the Billy Joel Band, Bon Jovi, Mr. Big, Kiss and other jam together to benefit critically ill children and their families. Tickets include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, and dancing. Live and silent auctions.  www.caseycaresfoundation.org
Dancing for the Arts
Dance for ArtsSeptember 24, Bulle Rock
Harford County's stars demonstrate their
open bar, food, dancing competition. ballroom dancing talents and compete for top honors. Auction, open bar, food, dancing competition.www.centerfortheartsharford.com
Race for the Cure
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The nation's largest fundraiser for breast cancer comes to Maryland on Oct. 23 for the annual Race for the Cure.  www.komenmd.org.  
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Ladew Summer Concert Series
Ongoing through August
Eclectic mix of music including Cajun, swing/blues, and rock and roll. Enjoy a rare evening in Harvey Ladew's gardens. Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton, Sundays, 6-8pm. 410-557-9466. $

Peabody Preparatory
Fall Registration
Ongoing through September 7
The Peabody Preparatory's fall semester of music and dance instruction for all ages begins Sept. 7. Locations in Downtown Baltimore, Towson, Annapolis and Howard County. Register for classes at www.peabody.jhu.edu/register or call 410-234-4630.

Hunt Valley Towne Centre
Friday Night Concert Series
Ongoing through September 30
Great music, shopping, food and fun. Hunt Valley Towne Centre, Hunt Valley. Every Friday 7:30-9pm, www.ShopHuntValley.com.

Havre de Grace
First Fridays & Farmers Market
Ongoing through October
Local farmers provide fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers for sale. Pennington Ave between Washington St and Union Ave, Havre de Grace, Sat, 9am-Noon. First Fridays: street fair atmosphere in downtown Havre de Grace with live entertainment, children's activities and Main Street Expo. Havre de Grace, 5-9pm, 410-939-1811 or www.hdgtourism.com.

Baltimore County Restaurant Week
August 12-26
Featuring a variety of restaurants to suit every taste and budget. From fine dining and fusion, to family dining and pubs, you can enjoy choosing from a variety of restaurants. For full list of restaurants, pricing, and to view menus, go to www.BaltimoreCountyRestaurantWeek.com.

Oregon Ridge Park
Hot August Blues & Roots Festival
August 20
Tedeschi Trucks Band, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Kings go Forth, J.Roddy Walston & the Business, Tom Larsen Band. Oregon Ridge Park, Cockeysville, Noon-10pm (rain or shine). www.hotaugustblues.com. $

Art Show at Tydings Park, 48th Annual
August 20-21
Over 250 artists and crafters from throughout the country display and sell work. Food and entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle from designated parking to the show, downtown and attractions. Tydings Park, Havre de Grace, 10am-5pm, 410-939-9342.

Maryland State Fair, 130th Annual
August 26-September 5
Live and simulcast thoroughbred horse racing, post time 1pm. Livestock and horse shows, midway rides, garden exhibits, food, live entertainment. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, 10am-10pm, 410-252-0200,www.marylandstatefair.com. $

Native Plant Seminar and Sale
August 27
Planting native promotes biodiversity, preserves Maryland's natural heritage and reduces pollution. Learn more about it via three noted experts, four afternoon workshops, and lots of gorgeous, locally grown plants. This annual seminar is perfect for homeowners and garden enthusiasts. Irvine Nature Center, Owings Mills, www.explorenature.org.

SARC Hot Air Balloon Festival
September 2-3, Bel Air
The 2nd Annual Rising Above It Balloon Festival, a fundraiser for SARC, a Harford County nonprofit that provides hope and resources to victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse and stalking, will take place Sept. 2-3. The Balloon Glow Gala takes place Sept. 2, 7-11pm at Maryland Golf and Country Clubs, 1335 East MacPhail Road in Bel Air. Family Fun Day takes place (rain or shine) at the Harford County Equestrian Center, 608 North Tollgate Road in Bel Air, Sept. 3, noon-7pm.  sarc-maryland.org.

Clearing House, Ltd.
Annual Sidewalk Sale for Charity
September 7
All proceeds go to benefit House of Ruth. Furniture, jewelry, linens, glassware, lamps, and miscellaneous household items. Clearing House, Timonium (outside under the tent) 10am-3pm, 410-561-4546.

Small Business Survival Summit
September 7-9
Three-day event designed to help small businesses to thrive, not just survive, as the national economy recovers. Inspirational speakers include Dr. Benjamin Carson and former NYC mayor Rudi Giuliani. Visit www.SmallBusinessSurvivalSummit.com for more information

MPT Folk Fest
September 17
Proceeds to benefit Maryland Public Television. Performances by The Kingston Trio, The Brothers and Barry McGuire. The Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore, 7pm. 1-800-522-8915.$

Hunt Valley
A Community Coffee
September 21
Eight weekly gatherings of women to talk about their lives, their hopes, and their faith, beginning Sept. 21. Sponsored by Roses and Rainbows. Reservations required as seating is limited. The Grand Lodge, Hunt Valley, 10-11:30am. 1-855-252-6333. www.rosesandrainbows.org.

Casey Cares Foundation Rock N Roll Bash, 9th Annual
September 24
Even though you're in Baltimore, you'll be in a "New York State of Mind" when musicians from bands like the Billy Joel Band, Bon Jovi, Mr. Big, Kiss and other jam together to benefit critically ill children and their families. Tickets include cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, and dancing. Live and silent auctions. Casey Cares Foundation. Rams Head Live, Baltimore, 6:30pm, 443-568-0064. $

Dancing for the Arts
September 24
Harford County's stars demonstrate their ballroom dancing talents and compete for top honors. Auction, open bar, food, dancing competition. Resident's Club at Bulle Rock, 6:30-11pm, 410-838-2177. $
   
Race for the Cure
October 23
The nation's largest fundraiser for breast cancer comes to Maryland on Oct. 23 for the annual Race for the Cure. Hunt Valley, www.komenmd.org.  

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Baltimore Sun - Nicole Fuller: Tubman Underground Railroad center on Shore gets funding

Tubman Underground Railroad center on Shore gets funding


Harriet Tubman has long inspired a deep sense of pride among Marylanders, especially in the rural communities of the Eastern Shore, where the former slave was born and led dozens to freedom on the Underground Railroad.

While her story is taught to schoolchildren across the country and a small storefront museum here pays homage to Tubman, descendants and historians have been waiting to see her memorialized in a grander fashion. The state announced Tuesday that it had secured enough money for a state park and visitor center bearing Tubman's name, cheering advocates for the long-planned project. It is slated for completion in 2013 — the 100th anniversary of Tubman's death...

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http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/bs-md-tubman-museum-20110816,0,1886870.story?obref=obinsite

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Tubman visitor center gets $8.5M for construction - The Star Democrat: Local News

Tubman visitor center gets $8.5M for construction - The Star Democrat: Local News

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Democratic Advocate, August 16, 1946: Westminster Riding Club holds horse show

Democratic Advocate, August 16, 1946: Westminster Riding Club holds horse show