Hello Towson,
Finish the song:
🎵 Nobody on the road, nobody on the beach. I can feel it in the air…
On this day in history in Towson…
1790: Charles Ridgely finished the massive Hampton Mansion just north of town, which was among the largest private homes in America at the time.
In this week’s Towson Torch:
Towson Real Estate Developer Shares Life Learnings
Stanley Black & Decker’s Robert Newman Speaks on Skilled Trades
Meet Christina Kelley and Main Street Towson
Towson University Athletic News
Things to do, to do, to do before its back to school
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Feature
What does four decades of success in Baltimore area real estate teach you about building a meaningful life? For Towson native Wayne Gioioso, the answer has less to do with chasing the next big opportunity than knowing when to walk away from one. The founder of Towson’s Mid-Atlantic Properties credits his career to an unexpected set of principles: delayed gratification, controlling ego, ignoring “shiny objects,” staying close to mentors and finding the courage to ask. But Gioioso’s philosophy doesn’t stop with business. The same rules that helped him build wealth ultimately changed how he gives it away and what he considers success.
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Local Business
Robert Newman of Stanley Black & Decker Joins Expert Panel Discussing Skilled Trades at Towson Growth Summit on September 16th
Robert Newman, Vice President of DEWALT Strategic Initiatives, Commercial & Industrial at Stanley Black & Decker, will join a panel of local experts focused on skilled trades and workforce development at the upcoming Towson Growth Summit.
The event will take place Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Goucher College Athenaeum, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road in Towson.
The skilled trades discussion comes at a critical time for employers across Greater Baltimore. As demand for qualified tradespeople continues to outpace the available workforce, local businesses, educators and workforce organizations are looking for new ways to attract people to the trades, expand training opportunities and build a stronger pipeline of skilled workers.
The Towson Growth Summit is partnering with hometown industry leader Stanley Black & Decker to help convene that conversation.
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🎉 Happy 2nd Anniversary to Rea Ripley Law LLC!
Congratulations to Rebecca Ripley and Christine Rea, Towson Attorneys celebrating their 2nd Anniversary as a boutique law practice Rea Ripley Law LLC.
They excel as assertive litigators in family court, also specializing in resolving disputes through mediation, with compassionate approach.
As they get settled in their new office suite at 102 W. Pennsylvania Ave they’ll be welcoming their 5th attorney in October.
Rebecca Ripley and Christine Rea of Rea Ripley Law LLC!
Top Picks For This Weekend
🥕 Towson Farmers Market
📅 Thursday, Aug. 20 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Allegheny Avenue, Towson 21204
Shop fresh local produce, baked goods, flowers, artisan products, and grab lunch from local vendors along Allegheny Avenue in downtown Towson. The market runs every Thursday through November.
🎸 Summer Sounds at Belvedere Square with New Romance
📅 Friday, Aug. 21,6 pm - 9pm
📍 CVP Towson | Charles Village Pub & Patio | Sports Bar & Events
It’s time for back-to-school night at Summer Sounds with music by The New Romance! The parking lot will be transformed into an open-air market, featuring food and beverage specials available for purchase from local favorites Atwater’s, Pono Taco, Bonjour Crepes, Kesh & Fresh, and Grand Cru Market Bar.
🎸 Live Music: Junkyard Rabbits
📅 Friday, Aug. 21, 6 pm - 9pm
📍 Belvedere Square Market | 540 E Belvedere Ave 21212
Start your weekend with live music, drinks and a night out in downtown Towson.
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🏛️ Explore Hampton National Historic Site
📅 Saturday, Aug. 22, 9 am–4 pm
📍 Hampton National Historic Site
Spend part of your Saturday exploring one of Towson’s historic treasures, with mansion tours at 10 am, 1 pm and 2 pm and a Gardens, Grounds and Architecture Tour at 11 am.
Hampton National Historic Site
🐶 Paws to Read
📅 Saturday, Aug. 22, 10:30–11:30 am
📍 Towson Branch, Baltimore County Public Library
Young readers can practice their skills with a therapy dog in a relaxed setting designed to build reading confidence. Call the branch to reserve a spot.
Paws to Read
🐾 A Wackadoo-Worthy Brunch
📅 Saturday, Aug. 22, 10:00 am–1:00 pm
📍 Lib’s Grill Towson, 210 W Pennsylvania Ave
A special brunch featuring everyone's favorite blue heeler! Bluey will be stopping by for photos, fun interactions, and plenty of family-friendly memories.
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🎬 Queer Film Alliance: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
📅 Saturday, Aug. 22, 1–3 pm
📍 Towson Branch, Baltimore County Public Library
Catch a screening of the PG-13 film based on Benjamin Alire Sáenz’s bestselling novel about friendship, identity and family.
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🤘 Jeffrey Nothing with Dizasterpiece, Dekay & Martyr For Hire
📅 Saturday, Aug. 22, 6:30 pm
📍 Zen West
Turn up the volume Saturday night as Jeffrey Nothing, the original voice and co-founder of Mushroomhead, comes to Towson with Dizasterpiece, Dekay and Martyr For Hire.
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⚔️ The Server Games
📅 Sunday, Aug. 23, noon
📍 Bread & Circuses Bistro & Bar
Cheer on local hospitality pros as servers, bartenders and other industry competitors put their skills to the test in this one-of-a-kind Towson competition and festival.
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Arts & Culture
Chesapeake Baysox Announce Collaboration with Towson Natives, All Time Low, Through Official League
The Chesapeake Baysox, Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, today announced that a new collaboration with award-winning rock band All Time Low, presented through Official League. The partnership celebrates the band's Maryland roots — All Time Low formed just up the road in Towson — and brings the group's hometown pride to Prince George's Stadium.
As part of the Official League collaboration, the Baysox will unveil an exclusive collection of co-branded merchandise through the Local Legends program. The collection includes hats, jerseys, and hoodies, each featuring designs created in partnership with All Time Low. 🔥 Full Release
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Sports
Quarterback Andrew Indorf Poised For Breakout Season With Towson Football
Towson Sophomore QB, Andrew Indorf
Towson football was the right program at the right time for quarterback Andrew Indorf, the 2024 Florida Class 5A Football Player of the Year and Broward 7A-5A Football Offensive Player of the Year with national powerhouse St. Thomas Aquinas.
Indorf helped the Raiders win three state titles during his high school career, but he was rated as a two-star recruit by Rivals. Regardless, he found his next calling in Baltimore County with the Tigers. "
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Towson to Host Historic NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship Weekend in 2027
Towson University will make college lacrosse history in 2027 when Johnny Unitas Stadium hosts the NCAA Division I, Division II and Division III women’s lacrosse championships during the same weekend. The three-day championship event is scheduled for May 28-30, 2027, bringing the top teams from all three NCAA divisions to the Baltimore area. It will mark the first time the championship finals from all three divisions have been staged together at a single location. 🔥 Read Full Story
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Back to School Safety
Prevention Belongs in Every Back to School Plan
Every back-to-school season requires our families and educators to prepare. We organize classrooms, review policies, complete training, buy supplies and build schedules. Yet one of the most important preparations is too often left off the list: making sure children have the language, confidence and trusted relationships they need to speak about body safety.
On Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Bloom Safe: Make America The Safest Place To Be A Kid and The Mama Bear Effect will host the free virtual Back to School Children’s Book Author Panel. The one-hour Zoom event is open to everyone, with a special focus on parents, teachers, educators, school staff, administrators and other adults who care for children. Advance registration is required.
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT
Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. ET | Live on Zoom
Free and open to all. Advance registration is required.
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Weather
Muggy
🌤️ Weekend Weather:
Saturday is shaping up to be the wetter of the two days. Periods of rain and thunderstorms are expected, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s. Some downpours could be heavy enough to reduce visibility and leave water on area roads, so anyone with outdoor plans should keep an eye on changing conditions.
Sunday should bring some improvement, with a high around the low 80s. Showers and thunderstorms will still be possible, but rain chances appear lower than Saturday's, and some forecasts suggest breaks of sunshine during the day.
Overall, expect a muggy and unsettled weekend in Towson.
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