What's Up Magazines

February 2007 Table of Contents

Features

Retelling Black History
For 98 year old Philip L. Brown it’s a lifetime commitment.
By Wendi Winters

Governing his way:
A.A. County’s new county executive;
An exclusive interview with What’s Up? Annapolis, reveals John Leopold’s plans for the upcoming term.
By Mark Croatti, Kim DeBarge, and Arianne Aryanpur

Special Section: Summer Camps

What’s New in Summer Camps
Learn about the newest camp programs.
By Stephanie Adams

Questions to Consider When Choosing a Camp
Ask the right questions.

The Overnight Camp Experience
Be prepared for the unexpected.

Pack Like a Pro
Tips that make for happy campers

Overnight Camp Guide: What’s Up? Annapolis delivers the most comprehensive list of summer camps, beginning with the first installment of our two-part series, the overnight camp guide.

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Special Section: Travel

History, Heritage, and Adventure
Having trouble deciding where to vacation? Our staff gives insider advice based on their recent travels.

Adventure in Costa Rica
From rainforests to volcanoes, excitement abounds.
By Nadja Maril

New Orleans Notes
Good food, great traditions, and inspiring music.
By Bridget Avila

A Weekend Getaway to Colonial Williamsburg
Travel back in time and have some fun while you’re there!
By James Houck

WEB EXCLUSIVE:
My SoCal Life
by Kimi Raspa

Non-fiction Story Contest Winner: The Singer
The tale of a young girl, her grandmother, and how special memories can last a lifetime.
By Michelle Critchell

What’s Up? Eastern Shore
Check out the extensive events calendar and join Anne McNulty in discovering how winter comes to life at Adkins Arboretum.

Home

A Child’s View
Rooms Designed Just for Kids
Creative ideas for decorating children’s rooms.
By Renee Houston Zemanski

You Can Grow Orchids
Nurturing these exotic plants is not as hard as you think.
By Lori Pelkowski

Health

Young and Breathless: Teen Smoking
Why are so many local teens taking their first puff?
By Karen McLaughlin

Nutrition Column: Not So E-z: Critical information on vitamin E. Ingrid Kohstadt gives you the straight facts about vitamin E in the debut of her new column.

The Health Column: Does religion help you breath easier, a new use for milk and more.
Read about the most recent health news.
By Bridget Avila

Departments

Out & About:Show Boat by the Annapolis Chorale, Watermark Cruises’ African American Heritage Tour, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s new musical director, Live Wire: Concert Previews, Can’t-miss Museum Exhibits, Theater, and Ongoing Attractions.

The Antique Column:
Antique Postcards.
By Nadja Maril

Real Time Real Estate: What’s Your Home Worth? A survey of recent sales.

Giving Back: Upcoming charity and benefit events.

Local Limelight: Movers and Shakers: Maryland Therapeutic Riding’s Benefit Concert and more.


Restaurant Reviews: Gilles and Kathy dine at Lewne’s Steakhouse in Annapolis, Taste dines at The Fix NY Deli in Edgewater, What’s the Dish? learns how to make stir-fry beef and broccoli with Catalina Choy, manager and owner of Hunan L’ Rose in Edgewater.

Athletes Worth Watching: Four sport stars from area high schools share the spotlight.

The Wine Column: Wines and Vines
Distinguishing fine champagnes.
By Laurie Forster


Sports

Special Events

Theater

Concerts/Dance/Opera

Live Music