With the holidays upon us, a lot of us are looking for last-minute gifts to get for our loved ones. If you’re still in need of some ideas for gift giving, we have a list of all the best local Baltimore stores to get perfect gifts. By shopping local, you can find incredible gifts you…
Ready to plan the best Halloween ever? There are so many parties and events happening in Baltimore this October. We’ve put together a calendar with everything from a costume contest within a bike ride to a spooky booze cruise! Friday, October 20th 6:30pm – Learn how to create some spooky spirits at Old Line Spirit’s…
It’s sure to be a brew-tiful day on September 29th: National Coffee Day. While we caffeine fiends at The Promenade enjoy coffee every day, National Coffee Day is a chance to take a moment to appreciate the best part of your morning routine –– or just indulge in a second cup (or third, we won’t…
Maryland is Sipping on Liber-Tea In case you didn’t know, Maryland is infamous for turning the tide during the Revolutionary War. That’s right, Maryland, or “The Maryland Line,” kept British troops at bay. Also, Maryland was a massive supplier of military goods and resources and a spy on British merchant ships from Fell’s Point! After…
Go Planet; it’s your Earth Day! That’s right, Mother Earth’s birthday falls on Saturday, April 22nd. Do you know the origin of Earth Day? The History of Earth (Day) Earth Day originated in 1970 from the environmental movements surrounding air pollution, freeway constructions, water pollution, and the concern for all living organisms. Earth Day became…
Happy Valentine’s Day, Promenade! Whether you love or hate this holiday, we must admit that Valentine’s Day goes way back, and no, it hasn’t always been about chocolates and flowers. Playing Heart To Get? Valentine’s Day originated from the Roman holiday, Lupercalia, which commemorated fertility; however, some historians speculate that Valentine’s Day began in Ancient…
‘Tis the season for shopping! Whether you’re finishing up your holiday shopping list—or just getting started—Promenade encourages you to shop local. Invest in your local community, neighborhood, and economy by supporting these lovely Baltimore businesses: Bin 604 is the Wine You Want Prosecc-ho-ho! Did you know that Baltimore’s best wine shop is located right around…
Labor Day weekend is almost here! As the last long weekend of the summer, it’s a great opportunity for one last hurrah before the weather cools down. Labor Day is about more than just barbeques and poolside hangouts though––it’s a day to commemorate the contributions of everyone who is part of the workforce. The holiday…
Love is in the air! Cupid is visiting us this Valentine’s Day on Monday, February 14th. Beyond Love Originally, Valentine’s Day began as a Pagan holiday — called Lupercalia — in 270 B.C.E. Lupercalia was a feast honoring the deity of fertility and agriculture, Faunus. During the Middle Ages, England and France associated Valentine’s Day…
Oh, deer — it’s the holidays. You snow what that means, right? Last-minute gift shopping! If you’re currently last-minute holiday shopping, feel free to utilize this gift guide; it totally sleighs. Best of all, you won’t have to wait for any packages to be delivered because our gift guide features all local, Baltimore businesses. For…