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Monthly Archives: May 2013

Alexandria Without a Plan

May 29, 2013by Mary

  Had a chance to spend a sunny day in Alexandria, Virginia, recently. I couldn’t resist — an hour from my house and I’d never been to Old Town. Even […]

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Arts, Food, wine and other goodies, History, Museums, Perfect Small Towns, Shopping

Delaware Stops Along the Underground Railroad

May 22, 2013by Mary 1 Comment

Delaware stories along the Underground Railroad are filled with heartbreak, courage, drama. Wilmington, New Castle, and Dover all figure in the story of men and women, both black and white, […]

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Ballets Russes Treasures at Evergreen House

May 15, 2013by Mary

Did you happen to catch the National Gallery of Art’s recent exhibition on Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes 1909-1929, “When Art Danced with Music?” Loved it and want to see more? Or […]

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Preakness 2018: Know Before You Go

May 8, 2013by Mary 2 Comments

Updated for 2018 — Horse racing fans turn their attention to Baltimore and the running of the Preakness every May, just after the running of the Kentucky Derby. Now you can join […]

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Take a Walk on Baltimore’s Main Street

May 1, 2013by Mary

Baltimore’s Main Street is well worth a visit just for its own architectural charms and history. Not to mention restaurants, shops and museums. It’s a wonderful walk from Northern Parkway […]

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