For Marian Barclift, gratitude was a part of everyday life. She believed that finding and sharing joy would attract positivity into her life. The numerous friends, family, and coworkers who mourned her passing are evidence that it worked for her. She passed away on November 27th, 2009, the day after that year’s Thanksgiving. Her Baltimore…
Fastnacht doughnuts famously took on the name “Kinklings” in Western Maryland.
Little is known about John Avery Weaver, the man behind the bar. at Smith’s Hotel.
Note: The following is an essay from “Festive Maryland Recipes,” posted here with the original recipe from the community cookbook. “Festive Maryland Recipes” contains an adapted version of this recipe. After the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965 removed discriminatory barriers to moving to the United States, Maryland gained a new population of Korean-born citizens….
In the Pratt Library’s African-American Department, within a special collection, “African American Funeral Programs,” are the funeral programs for both Bernice and Edward Watson.