M is for the many things she gave you…now it’s time to give back! Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12.  We know it’s tough to buy for someone who always wants “nothing,”  but don’t resort to another coffee mug this year. Get yourself over to Green Spring Station, at Falls and Joppa Roads, where you’ll find gifts for mom like a soft, fluffy terrycloth robe from Yves Delorme, elegant jewelry from Bijoux or Misha & Co., books, stationery and more from The Pleasure of Your Company…the list goes on and on! See some of our favorites in the gallery below.

GSS added bonus: Flowers + Chocolate – Next Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, the boutiques will hand out to shoppers stemmed flowers from local growers, while supplies last. (One per customer per store.) In addition, The Velvet Chocolatier will open a pop-up shop at Green Spring Station starting May 1, that will run until Saturday, May 4, and again next week from May 8 – May 11. Yum!

Hot House: Oakdene, 1021 Greenspring Valley Road, Lutherville, 21093

Historic country manor house in stone and stucco, circa 1830, in good but basic condition. 12 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 9’ ceilings, hardwood floors, french doors, ballroom, carved moldings, servant quarters. Nearly 10,000 sq. ft. over three stories, unfinished basement. Swimming pool, barn, stables and farm hand’s house: $2,900,000 Read More →

Hot House: 10134 Falls Road, Brooklandville, MD 21022

Reconstructed Cockey house, circa 1725, relocated and expanded in 1988 by Baltimore builder Martin Azola for his own home.  4,407 sq. ft., over three stories with large finished basement. 5 bedrooms, 5 and a half baths, many architectural details unique to house.  One acre lot, with large deck overlooking protected communal land. New cedar shake roof, two car garage, garden shed: $1,395,000 Read More →

Winner INCOMPLETE (Joey Elliott) leads BON CADDO (Chris Read) at the last fence of the 2012 Manor. Photo courtesy marylandsteeplechasing.com

Every year about this time, the daffodils start to bloom, kids take to the field for lacrosse and crowds gather for the annual steeplechase races in Maryland horse country. Steeplechase races are to Maryland are what rodeos are to Texas, surfing competitions are to Southern California and deep-fried Snickers are to the Illinois State Fair: an old tradition unique to the region and a permanent part of the landscape.

Though early races started last month, the big three — My Lady’s Manor, the Grand National and the Hunt Cup — are coming up in the next few weeks. My Lady’s Manor kicks it off next weekend, April 13, followed by the Grand National on April 20 and the Hunt Cup on April 27.  The world-famous Hunt Cup draws the biggest crowd, the Grand National attracts the revelers, but diehard fans and experienced horsemen like the low-key My Lady’s Manor: a casual, relaxed atmosphere makes for a more approachable event, they say. Not only that, it benefits its neighbor Ladew Topiary Gardens, where after the race attendees are invited to share a glass champagne with the winners at a reception on its legendary grounds.

Ladew Topiary Gardens

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Hot House:  321 Chattolanee Hill Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117

New England style country house in painted clapboard, circa 1926, well and truly modernized. 5,114 sq. ft. over three stories, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, on 1.81 acres of private landscaped grounds. Heated salt water pool, new Vermont slate roof,  gourmet kitchen, large master suite with balcony, pool house with bath, sauna and changing room, circular drive, two car garage: $2,185,000 Read More →

Short on Christmas-list enthusiasm? Enter Halcyon House Antiques on Greenspring Avenue in the Greenspring Valley and find inspiration for the holidays like none other. The beloved antique shop of former BMA board chairman, art and antique historian, interior designer, style-setter and bon vivant Stiles Colwill, Halcyon House presents a feast for the shopping senses. Garland and lights adorn the entrance, delicate, beautiful glass ornaments decorate the tree and mantels, scents for the home fill the air, while goodies await in the kitchen. Yes, it has begun to look a lot like Christmas at Halcyon House, where you’ll find everything you need for the season of giving and more giving. We’ve assembled a few standout items you should not miss. Get started now!

Photos by Krista Smith.

You’re invited to Green Spring Station’s and Baltimore magazine’s VIP Shop Crawl – a complimentary event that combines neighborhood shopping, exclusive sales, champagne, gift bags (for the first 100 only),  in-store raffle items, and, of course, you and your fabulous friends! End your evening at Tark’s Grill with food and drink specials!

Green Spring Station

Wednesday, December 5, 6-9 PM

View the Green Spring Station Gift Guide to see what you’ll find at the shop crawl.

Courtesy Bmore Media – For many years, Stone Mill Bakery co-owner Alfie Himmelrich has admired Stevenson Village, the small, upscale shopping center nestled among the farmland in Baltimore County’s Greenspring Valley. Read More →