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Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Rita Dove and violinist Joshua Coyne appear together in a free program on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 7:30 p.m., at Howard Community College's Monteabaro Hall.

Filmmaker Margaret Rorison will be giving a lecture at McDaniel College Thursday, Oct. 2.

The beauty of the fall season, with its virtual rainbow of colorful leaves, has inspired poets and painters.

Former home of St. Timothy's Episcopal Church now used by nondenominal congregation

In his 1935 essay "How to Drink Like a Gentleman," writer H.L. Mencken, Sage of Baltimore, compared drinking to sex: We could all use a few tips on how to do it correctly.

The Baltimore Symphony's 2014 gala concert, led by Marin Alsop, included a rarity by Ferde Grofe and an unusual approach to Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue.'

Specialty football uniforms are among Under Armour's splashiest, highest-profile offerings. Uniforms have non-traditional looks but traditional messages.

The 200-year-old national anthem still speaks to a nation's character and ability to overcome adversity, a message with great relevance today

Meet Mrs. and Mrs. Francis Scott Key, in reality both unmarried, who have been portraying the Star-Spagled Banner writer and his wife for some 20 years at functions ranging from battle re-creations to Under Armour annual meetings. This week, they are participating in Sailabration.

National anthem proves dynamic, enduring.

Maryland-based EPIC Pharmacies will soon have a new CEO, when independent pharmacy owner Jay Romero takes charge at the beginning of next year.

Robin Williams death and the loss of his talent add to the general gloominess that hangs over much of the world.

With Lawrence Smith unable to coach the Dunbar football team while he appeals his suspension, defensive coordinator Michael Carter takes the reins of a young team on the first day of practice.

Westminster Church of the Brethren recently published "Reflections: A Book of Poems," by Helen Duckworth, a 97-year-old member.

Lots of focus has been on the future of classical music, but its past may be in greater danger of fading away.

Towson 88-year-old inspired by life events pens book of poetry. The collection came out of a poetry club Mary Welch started at Trinity House senior community where she lives.

Allen Grossman, a prize-winning poet who spent 15 years teaching his craft to students at the Johns Hopkins University, died June 27 at his home in Chelsea, Mass. He was 82 and had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

Lyric Opera Baltimore will present only one staged work, 'Madama Butterfly,' during the 2014-2015 season, plus fundraiser concerts.

'A Place of Truth' screens Thursday at the Creative Alliance

Peabody faculty member Michael Hersch calls his new work, 'On the Threshold of Winter, his 'most personal'; premiere will be Brooklyn Academy of Music.

The members of Aberdeen High School's graduation Class of 2014 were lauded by their principal Thursday for bringing what he called "national attention to this institution."

Bel Air residents who were willing to get up early on a Saturday morning and come out to Shamrock Park were treated to a morning of music, poetry and patriotic speeches that were part of the town's annual Flag Day celebration.

Garrison Keillor lounged by a backyard pool, sipping a glass of wine. Isaac Bashevis Singer sat at a dining room table and ate homemade pea soup. Edward Albee arrived with a new boyfriend in tow. They are among the more than 300 writers who have read from their works for the Howard County Poetry & Literature Society, which is marking its 40th anniversary this year.