With many students heading home after school ends for the year, Towson has a sleepy – but fun – vibe during the summer months. Still, there’s plenty to do around town during June, July, and August. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the Hampton Plaza Apartments neighborhood:

At the Schools
Even though school is out for summer, those who stick around our local college campuses organize fun events for the whole community.

Towson University, along with its Athletics Department, is hosting a free movie night on Friday, June 16. The movie – “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” – is open to the public and will be screened in Johnny Unitas Stadium starting at 6:30 p.m. There will also be free Rita’s Italian Ice and Ledo’s pizza available for purchase.

The event is free though the donation of non-perishable items to benefit the TU Food Pantry is welcome.

The TU arts community doesn’t rest in the summer, either. From July 1 through August 4, visit the Holtzman MFA Gallery to enjoy the current exhibit, called “Again.” The exhibit’s works draw on the theme of renewal, repetition, and reuse.

During the summer, Towson will also offer group fitness classes at Burdick Hall. Options include pilates, cycling, yoga and TRX & kettleball bootcamp. Registration is required.

Towson events calendar: https://events.towson.edu/

 

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Goucher also offers pilates throughout the summer, including beginners’ mat classes on Mondays and Wednesdays.

For more information about what’s happening at both schools, check out their events calendars:

Goucher events calendar: https://events.goucher.edu/

 

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What’s Happening at The Recher

As always, The Recher Theater has plenty of fun plans in place for the summer. Live shows coming to The Recher this summer include Free Friends on June 17, Animal Ion & Sound of Thunder on July 15, Any Given Sin on August 19, and Magic City Hippies on August 22.

The venue’s schedule is constantly changing, with new shows being added, so keep an eye on their social media for the latest and greatest.

 

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Restaurant News

Aveley Farms Coffee Roasters’ café, which opened earlier this spring, has become a must-visit spot for local coffee lovers. Stop by for great coffee and terrific pastries, among other things.

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C&R Pub has new hours for the summer months. The bar is open until 2 a.m. 7 days a week – but opening hours have changed.

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Bandito’s Allegheny Ave. location turns one on June 17 and is celebrating with an all-day party. The event includes food and drink specials, entertainment and giveaways throughout the day and night.

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Dads eat free at CVP on Father’s Day (Sunday, June 18). The Pennsylvania Ave. restaurant opens at 10 a.m. for brunch.

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On June 20, The Point in Towson will open for a special Tuesday evening pop-up featuring Chef Jonny and a menu designed to pair with a special lineup of tequila drinks available that night. The Point also has live music lined up on Fridays and Saturdays all summer long, along with Sunday night industry night DJs.

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Dinner and a Show

On Friday, July 14, CVP hosts something exciting for the ladies: a male revue. “American Studs” is a traveling dance troupe that is all about the acrobatics. That Friday, they will perform on the CVP patio; tickets are available now.

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Taylor Swift Trivia

Calling all Swifties to The Point on Saturday, July 15. Starting at 10 a.m. that morning, the restaurant will test your knowledge of all things Tay-Tay with a Taylor Swift Trivia Brunch.

The game will be held in the main bar area and the brunch menu will be available during the whole event.

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Bagel Bites

Towson Hot Bagel’s Old Bay bagels are back again for the summer months. All season long, you can pick up Old Bay, Asiago Old Bay and Everything Old Bay bagels from THB – and the company will donate a portion of proceeds to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

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Towson Farmers Market

Downtown Towson’s farmers market is back for the season. Every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., food, produce, flower vendors and more take over Allegheny Ave. between York Rd. and Washington Ave. (near the circle). Stop by to meet local farmers and other business people and to grab some great products.

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Feet on the Street

Friday nights in Towson are more fun in the summer. Each Friday night from June through August, Allegheny Ave. transforms into an outdoor concert venue with an outdoor bar and great tunes from local cover bands like That’s What She Said, Jury Duty and Crushing Day.