Monthly Archives: June 2009

Must-see summer TV

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Erin McCracken

I’ve just finished the complete series of the “The West Wing” on DVD. I should try to get back into a current series. I don’t get HBO, so that eliminates the buzzed about “Tru Blood” and “Entourage” (at least until … Continue reading →

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The latest Live Nation deal

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Erin McCracken

When Live Nation ran it’s No Service Fee Wednesday June 10, fans could buy any ticket for any Live Nation amphitheater without service charges, which sometimes add up to $12. Live Nation extends its No Service Fee Wednesday with discounts … Continue reading →

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Summer School: History trivia

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Brush up on history just in time for July 4. Sharpen your No. 2 pencils. No cheating!

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Weekend roundup

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Erin McCracken

1. Went to the Revs game/ Battle of the Bands Friday. (Read the live twitter feed.) 2. Didn’t get tickets to this concert. (Summer bummer) 3. Saw an old classic (“The Philadelphia Story”) and a new classic (“Empire Records”). 4. … Continue reading →

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Ladies, start your engines

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Female bikers, do you ride to live or live to ride? July is Women’s Motorcycle Month, so send us photos you and your bike. Share who or what inspired you to obtain your license and how you picked out your … Continue reading →

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Two local summer concerts

Posted on June 29, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Southern rockers Carolina Liar play at 7:30 p.m. July 30 at the Pullo Family Performing Arts Center, Tickets are $27. V.I.P. tickets are $39. For tickets and details about the show click here. Watch their “Show Me What You’re Looking … Continue reading →

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MJ tributes at BET Awards tonight

Posted on June 28, 2009 by melissa nann burke

Tonight’s BET Awards telecast, which begins at 8, has been extended by 30 minutes to accommodate various tributes to Michael Jackson. At right, Jackson performs with James Brown during the 2003 BET Awards. (AP Photo)

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What you need to know now

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Erin McCracken

This week saw some sad news. FlipSide will help you lighten up this weekend. We’re tweeting from the Rev’s Battle of the Bands tonight. Follow us. Have a fling Celtic-style at Mount Hope Estate and Winery. Read about a local … Continue reading →

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First look: ‘Alice in Wonderland’

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Erin McCracken

Tim Burton directs the “Alice in Wonderland” remake, which is scheduled to hit theaters March 5, 2010. The cast list is no surprise: Johnny Depp plays the Mad Hatter, Helena Bonham Carter play the Red Queen, Anne Hathaway plays the … Continue reading →

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Hungry for crabs? Go to Geezers

Posted on June 26, 2009 by laura randisi

My husband and I stumbled upon a new “old” place for old-fashioned steamed crabs covered in Old Bay seasoning. Geezers restaurant in the basement of Grey Beards antique shop. And let me tell you as a (gasp) former Baltimoron — … Continue reading →

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