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• TV

'The Real Housewives of Miami' recap, 'La La Land'

It's a fun and all-around-drama-free episode as we explore both coasts, enjoy awkward conversations with Joanna's Polish mother and learn how to get a Birkin bag from Hermes.

• Features

Wedded: Courtney Schapiro and Jon Sider

A touch of New Orleans at an after-party in Pikesville was just what these Tulane grads wanted.

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• Family

Collins celebrate 50th anniversary

William and Mary Jo Collins celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on September 7, 2013. They renewed their vows at St. Margaret Parish in Bel Air, On September 7, 1963, the couple was married at St. Stanislaus Church in Superior, WI.

• Features

Wedded: Jade Eaves and Christopher McArdle

An ice cream truck and good food from the bride's father's restaurant were some of the original twists at this Baltimore Museum of Industry reception. Wedded: Jade Eaves and Christopher McArdle

• Sports

AFC North notebook: T. Smith and Browns' Haden are longtime friends

Conversations between Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith and Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden rarely focus on press coverage and fly patterns.

• Family

Don't forget to include your significant other in all the wedding plans

It's not just a wedding but the beginning of a marriage together.

• Entertainment

Ravens fan of the week, Meghann Ervin of Reisterstown

What does it mean to you to be a Ravens fan? It means being a part of something that represents people that I love, a city and state that I love, and a mindset of never giving up and always playing for the man next to you. I'm so proud to bleed purple!

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Wedded: Brandy Romadka and Jack Mitchell

• Travel

Harford man, fiancee to wed at OC Bikefest

Ocean City bike week

• Harford

Havre de Grace volunteer fire company 'rescues' stranded newlyweds

The Susquehanna Hose Company had a rescue of a different sort Saturday at the Concord Point Lighthouse in Havre de Grace.

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Baltimore sees wedded blitz with Ravens-themed nuptials

Cakes, attire, decor can all channel the Super Bowl champs

• Family

Bingo Gang regular celebrates 95th birthday [Port Deposit]

Ruth Moore, of Rising Sun, one of the Monday morning McDonald's Bingo Gang, celebrated her 95th birthday on Aug. 28.

• Baltimore City

Artist in residence brightens Cylburn Arboretum

Did you know Cylburn Arboretum has an artist in residence? Patricia Bennett, 36, of Mount Washington, has been on the job since January, quietly under the radar. Now, she is getting ready for an exhibition of her work in November at Cylburn. It's a varied body of work too, because in addition to 'plein air' nature paintings, she does lesser known "live event" painting, in which she paints people during live events.

• Weddings

On the hunt for the perfect wedding favors

Popular items include beer koozies and tasty, customized treats, but maybe there's something more unique.

• Features

Love hits a home run at Camden Yards

Baltimore Orioles fans Katie Cox and Scott Smith headed to their favorite field of dreams for their reception.

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Wedded: Jennifer White and Christopher Nagle

Wedded: Jennifer White and Christopher Nagle

• Family

Surviving conflict -- even in something like a board game -- is essential to a happy, longterm relationship

As couples get to know each other, they will start to discover they have different opinions and ideas.

• Services and Shopping

After an initial flurry of planning, things slowed down maybe too much.

I am just now realizing that some things that I thought could be checked off my list are only half done.

• Features

Wedded: Samantha Stern and Mark Pilon

Wedded: Samantha Stern and Mark Pilon

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Let the reception-food tasting start

Should you go with a classic meal or try something unique?

• Features

Stephanie Bradshaw expands her business of style

Event planner, interior designer Stephanie Bradshaw grows Baltimore business

• Anne Arundel

Naval Academy denies humanist wedding in main chapel

The U.S. Naval Academy turned down a recent graduate's request to hold a "humanist" wedding in the main campus chapel because it was not a Christian ceremony, a move the American Humanist Association is calling unconstitutional

• Family

Four Seasons promotes same-sex weddings

Take a look at the brochures for most wedding venues and, chances are, you¿ll see the traditional bride and groom. But not at the Four Seasons, located in Baltimore¿s Harbor East neighborhood. The four-star luxury hotel has some new brochures that include same-sex couples.

• TV

'Real Housewives of Orange County' recap, 'Crossroads'

Home sweet home! After two drama-filled episodes in Canada, the women finally return back to sunny California.

• Weddings

To video the wedding, or not to video?

Perhaps photos will suffice, but then, maybe we'll want to capture as many moments as possible.

• Features

Wedded: Jessica Krady and Phillip Kraska

Couple celebrates with an "urban chic" wedding at the AVAM

• Baltimore City Paper

An art model reflects on 30 years of posing in Baltimore

• Family

Same-sex marriage survey shows distinct trends in wedding planning

I am among the many same-sex couples who are more likely to pay for their own wedding (86%), evenly split wedding planning duties (55%) and keep their given surnames post-nuptials (62%) when compared to different-sex couples.

• Maryland

Bird at Play: Social side of sports endures

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Wedded: Courtney Munzer and Lee Spence

Military couple celebrates with a purple-themed wedding

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Hashtag vs. unplugged weddings

• Travel

Triathletes hit Perryville Sunday for Diamond in the Rough race

Sunday is the Diamond in the Rough Triathlon at Perryville Community Park. The race is sanctioned by the USAT. There is an entry fee for participants. Free for spectators. Event starts at 8 a.m. Check www.piranhasports.com for more information or contact Neil Semmel, nsemmel@piranha-sports.com.

• Weddings

Pick your priorities for the wedding so you can meet your budget

Focus on the aspects that mean the most to you, whether it's the dress or the scene on the dance floor.

• Family

Choosing wedding attendant dresses: Better to be a dictator or democratic?

It's easier to tell everyone what to wear but maybe it's better to get a consensus.

• Features

Wedded: Jennifer Ayd and John Linehan

Baltimore couple celebrates at The Center Club

• Family

Who will stop the rain and other wedding mishaps

The key to a wedding-day disaster is to go with the flow and stay focused on the big picture.

• Features

Wedded: Emily Kohler and Robert Collins III

Parkville couple adds a sweet touch to their wedding

• TV

'Real Housewives of Orange County' recap, 'Wedding Dress Stress'

Tamra communicates her frustrations with Gretchen and her childish behaviors and decisions regarding attending Tamra's wedding-dress shopping day

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Wedded: George Johnston and Eric Price

Couple hosts a casual coastal wedding

• Harford

Summer yard sale helps Children's Miracle Network [Perryville]

Yard sales will run from 8 – 2 p.m.

• Family

TLC's 'Four Weddings' is addictive

Once engaged, reality wedding shows suddenly become more interesting.

• Family

Should engaged women join the bouquet toss?

For those who already are planning a wedding, what are the rules for catching bouquets and garters at a wedding reception?

• TV

'Real Housewives of Orange County' recap: 'Chicks and Salsa'

In Episode 12 of 'Real Housewives of Orange County," Lydia throws a salsa party and plays peacemaker and Gretchen realizes life is too short for petty drama