The No-No-No St. Nick Bowl Ravens vs. Steelers by The Charm'tastic Mile

December 24, 2016 - The Charm'tastic Mile is the name for the charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East in downtown Baltimore wanted to help promote the NFL Game of the Week being played on Christmas Day. They came up with the perfect "Nickname"  for the much-anticipated Ravens vs. Steelers showdown.

Baltimore & Pittsburgh for almost a decade have battled it out like an Ali vs. Frazier heavyweight title fight. Now they will battle it out for control of the AFC North Division Title on Christmas Day.

The Charm'tastic Mile created the headline title name the "No-No-No St. Nick Bowl". There will be No-Gift Exchanges, No-Love Lost & No-AFC North Division Title for the Steelers if they loose to the Ravens.

Santa Clauses' famous chant is Ho-Ho-Ho and for the Ravens fans their chant will be No-No-No when they watch the game and open up gifts during Christmas dinner.

Trump Dinner Invitation on The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore

December 7, 2016 - Baltimore, MD. - A local businessman from Baltimore is inviting President-elect Donald J. Trump to dinner after the Army vs Navy game this coming Saturday at M & T Bank Stadium home of the Baltimore Ravens.

Derrick E. Vaughan a native of Baltimore and the man that coined the term The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore for the charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East would like to give Mr. Trump a personal dinner invitation to his favorite Steakhouse on The Charm'tastic Mile, The Capital Grille after the annual Army vs. Navy game.

He selected The Capital Grille because its a "Great" restaurant and that the "Capital" of the State of Maryland is Annapolis. The Navy Midshipman are located in Annapolis, MD. Mr. Trump from Queens, NY maybe more familiar with the Army Black Knights. The Black Knights are located in West Point, NY (Orange County).

A portion of The Charm'tastic Mile runs along President Street and he wanted Mr. Trump to be the first U.S. President to dine on the new Charm'tastic Mile.

Topics of Conversation During Dinner:

 -How do we as citizens help mend the division of our country?
-What can African Americans do as a whole to help move America forward?
-What does he think of Baltimore City?
-How his verbal "beef" with former Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake is now being settled with a "Great Steak Dinner"?
-We have a new Mayor (Catherine Pugh) who wants to make Charm City better, what does he think the city needs?
-Mr. Vaughan remembers seeing Mr. Trump for the first time on Good Morning America back in the mid 1980's when he was in high school?
-What does he feel is the biggest challenge on becoming the 45th President of the United States?
-Wants to talk to him about family and the importance of foundation and education for all of our children?
-He saw the Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks fight back in 1988 at Baltimore Arena (Baltimore Arena is located only 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile). The fight was shown on close-circuit for $35.00. The fight was held in Atlantic City, NJ. Mr. Trump was the host of the fight?
-Mr. Vaughan met Muhammad Ali in 1990 at an Italian Restaurant (Sabatino's) just minutes away from where they are having dinner. What kind of impact did Muhammad Ali have on him?

For more information or interview request on the Trump Dinner Invitation on The Charm'tastic Mile please contact Derrick E. Vaughan at 443-851-5244 or email thecharmtasticmile@gmail.com.

Army vs Navy Game & Dinner on The Charm'tastic Mile

The Army vs. Navy Annual (118) Game will be played this Saturday on December 10, 2016. The game starts at 3:00PM. President -elect Donald Trump will be in attendance. Navy has 60-49-7 winning record vs. Army. A major portion of The Charm'tastic Mile runs down "President Street".

The hotels & restaurants in downtown-Baltimore will be busy with many of the alumni from Navy & Army making hotel reservations for the weekend.

The game will end around 6:00PM - 6:30PM the perfect time to make dinner reservations. The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East.

Tourists and visitors to downtown can choose between an array of restaurants along The Charm'tastic Mile (In-bold caps the 5 best).

Downtown West:
Camden Pub - The Charm'tastic Mile - 647 W. Pratt Street
Frank & Nic's West End Grille - The Charm'tastic Mile - 511 W. Pratt Street
Diamond Tavern - Hilton Hotel - The Charm'tastic Mile - 401 W. Pratt Street
Luna del Sea - The Charm'tastic Mile - 300 W. Pratt Street
Pratt Street Ale House - The Charm'tastic Mile - 206 W. Pratt Street

Inner Harbor:
Kona Grill - The Charm'tastic Mile - 1 E. Pratt Street
Sullivan's Steakhouse - The Charm'tastic Mile - 1 E. Pratt Street
Brio Tuscan Grille - The Charm'tastic Mile - 100 E. Pratt Street
M & S Grill - The Charm'tastic Mile - 201 E. Pratt Street (Harborplace)
Cheesecake Factory - The Charm'tastic Mile - 201 E. Pratt Street (Harborplace)
The Capital Grille Steakhouse - The Charm'tastic Mile 500 E. Pratt Street
P F Chang's China Bistro - The Charm'tastic Mile 600 E. Pratt Street
Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse - The Charm'tastic Mile 600 E. Pratt Street
Phillips Seafood - The Charm'tastic Mile - 601 E. Pratt Street (Power Plant)
Hard Rock Cafe - The Charm'tastic Mile - 601 E. Pratt Street (Power Plant)
Ruth's Chris Pier 5 - The Charm'tastic Mile - 711 Eastern Avenue

Harbor East:
James Joyce Irish Pub - The Charm'tastic Mile - 616 S. President Street
Charleston - The Charm'tastic Mile - 1000 Lancaster Street 
Apropoe's - The Charm'tastic Mile - 700 Aliceanna Street
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar - The Charm'tastic Mile - 720 Aliceanna Street
The Oceanaire Seafood Room - The Charm'tastic Mile - 801 Aliceanna Street
Roy's - The Charm'tastic Mile - 700 Aliceanna Street 
Ouzo Bay - The Charm'tastic Mile - 1006 Lancaster Street
Lebanese Taverna - The Charm'tastic Mile - 719 S. President Street
Chinghiale - The Charm'tastic Mile - 822 Lancaster Street
Gordon Biersch - The Charm'tastic Mile - 1000 Lancaster Street
Wit & Wisdom - The Charm'tastic Mile - 200 International Drive

Charm'tastic on Charles Street:
Morton's -  Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel 300 S. Charles Street
B & O American Brasserie -  Hotel Monaco 2 N. Charles Street
Cazbar - 316 N. Charles Street
Maisy's - 313 N. Charles Street
Sotto Sopa - 405 N. Charles Street
The Elephant - 924 N. Charles Street

Little Italy:
La Scala - 1012 Eastern Avenue (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Amici's - 231 S. High Street (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Aldo's Ristorante - 306 S. High Street (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Da Mimmo - 217 S. High Street (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Dalesio's - 829 Eastern Avenue (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Cafe Gia - 410 S. High Street ( located 3 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
La Tavola - 248 Albemarle Street (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)

Mayor-elect Catherine Pugh Charm'tastic Mile Logo

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore has created a special 50th Mayor of Baltimore logo for Mayor-elect Catherine Pugh who will be sworn in on December 6, 2016 (12-6-16).

Mayor Pugh and The Charm'tastic Mile will be linked together during her term as Mayor.

She was a vocal and strong presence during the unrest of April 2015 with the riots following the death of Freddie Gray. The Charm'tastic Mile was introduced to the City of Baltimore one day prior to the Primary elections on April 25, 2016. Ms. Pugh won the Democratic Primary election on April 26, 2016 the following day.

The Charm'tastic Mile was first presented as The Wine'tastic Mile on June 6, 2012 (6-6-12). On December 12, 2012 (12-12-12) the ceremonial street sign for The Wine'tastic Mile was unveiled.

After the unrest of April 2015 Derrick E. Vaughan the local businessman that coined the name The Wine'tastic Mile changed it to The Charm'tastic Mile because he felt "Charm'tastic" was more befitting to the image profile and the brand of Baltimore.

The Charm'tastic Mile will be seeking permanent honorary (3) street signs along the 1.3 mile corridor to honor the legacy of  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during his holiday celebration. The start of The Charm'tastic Mile is at MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street and runs past the Inner Harbor to Harbor East. The 3 street signs also represent the jersey number worn by Babe Ruth (#3). The Babe Ruth Birthplace Museum is located 1/2 block from The Charm'tastic Mile in the Ridgely's Delight Community.

Great Prime Steak on The Charm'tastic Mile

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore has an array of different restaurants. The list of various food styles can fill a magazine or be its own private website. The Steakhouses by far dominate the landscape of "The Mile". The Magnificent Mile (Chicago) also has a great list of Steakhouses as well. The Charm'tastic Mile was inspired by The Magnificent Mile.

There are a large handful of  posh & elegant Steakhouses located on or near The Mile. Here is a list of the "Charm'tastic Steakhouses on The Mile"

Sullivan's Steakhouse https://sullivanssteakhouse.com/baltimore
The Charm'tastic Mile - 1 E. Pratt Street #102
Baltimore, MD. 21202

(Excellent dry aged Filet Mignon, NY Strip, Bone-In (Cowboy) Ribeye and Porterhouse steaks.)

Morton's The Steakhouse  http://www.mortons.com/baltimore/
300 S. Charles Street (located 2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile)
Baltimore, MD 21201

(Sensational Filet Mignon, NY Strip, Chicago Style Bone-In Ribeye, Porterhouse steaks. Also a great Veal Chop). 

The Capital Grille http://www.thecapitalgrille.com/locations/md/baltimore/baltimore/8023
The Charm'tastic Mile - 500 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD. 21202

(Fabulous dry aged Filet Mignon, NY Strip (Bone-In), Ribeye (Bone-In), Porterhouse steaks.)

Fogo de Chao https://fogodechao.com/location/baltimore
The Charm'tastic Mile - 600 E. Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD. 21202

(Picanha (Prime Top Sirloin), Filet Mignon, Beef Ancho (Ribeye).

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5 http://www.ruthschris-pier5.com/
711 Eastern Avenue - (2 blocks from The Charm'tastic Mile on Pratt & President Streets.)

(USDA Prime Petite & Filet Mignon, USDA Prime NY Strip, USDA Prime Cowboy Ribeye, USDA Prime T-Bone & Porterhouse)

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar https://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/locations/md/baltimore/
The Charm'tastic Mile - 720 Aliceanna Street
Baltimore, MD. 21202

(Magnificent dry aged Petite & Filet Mignon, NY Strip, Angus Ribeye & Bone-In Ribeye.)

The Charm'tastic Mile made a promo-poster to honor the great cuts of steak one can get on while dining on "The Mile".

100 E. Pratt St. the "Centerpiece Building" of The Charm'tastic Mile

The 100 E. Pratt Street Building that started construction in 1973 was completed in 1975 is one of the marquee structures that helped in establishing the core makeup of the Inner Harbor concept. 1975 was also the same year that the "Charm City" nickname was given to Baltimore.

The Charm City nickname was created by advertising executives to give the city a better image after the riots of 1968 and the increase of crime in the early 1970's.

The historical link to 1975 and also the 25th Anniversary (2017) of the second phase of the building being completed would signal that the 100 E. Pratt Street Building was and still is the "Crown Jewel" structure of the Inner Harbor and the centerpiece or trophy building of The Charm'tastic Mile. 1992 was also the same year that Oriole Park at Camden Yards opened downtown. The Orioles have a special logo and 25th Anniversary baseball for the season.

One of the 3 street signs of The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore will be placed at the corner of Light & Pratt Street. The 100 E. Pratt Building is the centerpiece structure of The Mile.

The 100 E. Pratt Building will be to The Charm'tastic Mile like the Tribune Tower & Wrigley Building are to The Magnificent Mile in Chicago. It's more than a building but a major symbol to the 1.3 mile corridor.

The Charmtastic Mile shares the same introduction date (April 25, 2016) to the city as the iconic Domino Sugars neon sign. The sign was unveiled on April 25, 1951. This past April was the 65th Anniversary of the sign. Baltimore Street  & The Charm'tastic Mile run parallel together for a major portion of The Mile.

Having the City street & nickname running together will help with future marketing and branding of the entire downtown-area and make the 1.3 mile corridor one of the next "Great Avenues" in America.

 

Charmalute' the Official Holiday Toasting Term in Baltimore

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the new name for the charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East has created a new toasting term for the City of Baltimore. The month of December is "Brutcember" (The wine month of Holiday celebration).

Inspired by the toasting terms Cheers, Salute & Cent'Anni (In Italian may you live for 100 years) we in Baltimore will say Charmalute or Charmalute' . The Charm'tastic Mile says to all its residents & tourists.

Happy Holiday's & Happy New Year, lets celebrate Charmalute'.

Dine Local Thursday Presented by The Charm'tastic Mile

Baltimore MD. - The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East has created a new dining concept to increase patrons and profits for restaurants in the Baltimore-area.

Inspired by "Black Friday" and "Shop Small Saturday" The Charm'tastic Mile is going to introduce "Dine Local Thursday" to the City of Baltimore.

Dine Local Thursday will be a city and state wide initiative to promote dining at your local restaurants to help increase business on Thursday nights. When calling restaurants they might call and say, "I'm calling to make Dine Local Thursday reservations".

Most restaurants that stay in business and do well survive on busy Friday & Saturday nights. Dine Local Thursday would like to be an extension of those 2 dining nights.

Dine Local Thursday will be presented to new Mayor Catherine Pugh after she takes office next week. Restaurant Week (Winter & Summer) have been great for the industry for over a decade.

Many of the local restaurants have reported a drop in sales over the past 4-6 months. With a new administration in City Hall there will a new vision and ideas. This is one that will help inject a bolt of interest and enthusiasm in moving forward to bigger and better Baltimore.

Dine Local Thursday will be launched in Baltimore on Thursday January 19, 2017. That is one day before the Presidential Inauguration (1/20/17) of Donald Trump as the 45th U.S. President.

Here is a sneak preview of the "Dine Local Thursday" logo.

Ray Lewis & His #13 Link to The Charm'tastic Mile

November 23, 2016 - Baltimore MD, Ray Lewis the iconic linebacker of the Baltimore Ravens who played 17-years in the NFL has a special number 13 or 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore. 

Ray won 2 Super Bowls, 2 NFL Defensive Players of the Year and he was also selected to 13 Pro Bowls. Lewis is considered one of the "Greatest" players to ever play the game. Each of his 13 Pro Bowl selections represent 1/10 of a mile 528 ft.. (1.3 miles is the distance of The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore). 528X13=6,864. There are 6,864 ft. in 1.3 miles

He was the 26th pick of the 1996 NFL Draft 26X2=52. #52 was his jersey number. The Ravens had 2 super picks in the 1st round Ray Lewis and Jonathan Ogden.

Lucky Number 13 or 1.3 NFL Stat:

Jonathan Ogden the NFL Hall of Fame offensive lineman of the Ravens was the 4th pick of the1996 NFL Draft. 13X4=52 and #52 was the jersey worn by Ray Lewis. Ogden and Lewis were teammates for 12 seasons.

The Lucky #13 connects to Ray Lewis and Jonathan Ogden. They are only the 5th combination of teammates drafted in the same draft by one team to be elected to the Hall of Fame (Ray Lewis will be enshrined 2018).

The Dak & Tony Lucky #13 (1.3) Connection to The Charm'tastic Mile

The Dallas Cowboys are on a 9-game winning streak. They have the best record in the NFL. They have a rookie quarterback that maybe the leading candidate for league MVP.

This past Sunday the Cowboys beat the Baltimore Ravens 27-17 for the first time in Ravens franchise history. The Ravens beat Dallas 33-24 in December 2008 to close Texas Stadium and the Cowboys didn't forget that going into the game.  

The Cowboys last Super Bowl appearance was in Super Bowl XXX and they defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers by the same score 27-17. The game was played on January 28, 1996. Less than 3 months later the Baltimore Ravens would enter their first NFL Draft.

Dak Prescott wears the #4 jersey and Tony Romo wears the #9 jersey. 4+9=13. The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs through the heart of downtown has that lucky number 13 or 1.3 number. The Dak & Tony connection to #13 or 1.3.

Lucky #13 or 1.3 Super Bowl Fact: 

Super Bowl Xlll the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 35-31. The game was played on January 21, 1979. Both Terry Bradshaw & Roger Staubach completed 17 passes on 30 attempts. They both missed 13 pass attempts. (Bradshaw 17/30 318 yards, 4 TD, 1 Int.), (Staubach 17/30 228 yards, 3 TD, 1 Int.) 

 

The Charm'tastic Mile Basketball Logo Unveiled

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore has unveiled its new basketball themed logo for the pro & college basketball season. The Charm'tastic Mile seeks to become one of the next "Great Avenues" in America with its charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East.

The Charm'tastic Mile has the backdrop of Oriole Park at Camden Yards (Orioles) and M&T Bank Stadium (Ravens). Royal Farms Arena is located within 2 blocks of The Mile. The Maryland Terrapins will play host to the UNC Charlotte 49ers on December 20, 2016 at Royal Farms Arena.

The new basketball logo was created to promote basketball as the NBA heats up and college basketball rolls along and teams get ready for conference play that delivers some of the most competitive and passionate play of the season. All the way to the "Big Dance"in March.

Pandora Ice Rink on The Charm'tastic Mile

The Inner Harbor of downtown Baltimore is being treated to a holiday treat with the Pandora Ice Rink  http://innerharboricerink.org/.

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore wanted to honor the Pandora Ice Rink with a customized logo for the Holiday & Winter Season. The Pandora Ice Rink is located in the heart of The Charm'tastic Mile.

Residents & tourists can come skate, dine & shop along the charming 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd & Pratt to Harbor East.

The Charm'tastic Mile Strip Chesapeake Style (Recipe)

The Charm'tastic Mile Strip Chesapeake Style (Recipe) is a signature cut strip steak for the City of Baltimore. The Charm'tastic Mile is the name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East. The Charm'tastic Mile Strip Chesapeake Style is a 13 oz. cut steak with super lump crab meat and jumbo asparagus. In Baltimore its The Charm'tastic Mile Strip not the New York Strip. The Charm'tastic Mile Strip Steak is 13 oz. in weight.

2-13 oz. Charm'tastic Mile Strip cut steaks seasoned with salt & pepper
6 oz. super-lump crab meat
10 large asparagus spears
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped parsley
2-3 sprinkles of old bay seasonings

-Take (1) large grill pan and (1) 12 inch sauteed saute pan
-Take out 2-13 oz. Charm'tastic Mile Strip Steaks 20 minutes before cooking
-Preheat grill pan 2-3 minutes on medium-high flame before placing steaks on pan
-Preheat saute pan  with 1 cup of water for 1 minute.
-Cook steaks for 3 minutes on each side (recommended temperature for steaks are medium rare (130*). Served temperature (140*).
-While steaks are cooking on first side. Place asparagus spears in boiling water and cook for 3 minutes with lid on top of pan.
-When turning steaks to second side. Drain of water from asparagus. Dry pan completely and place back on medium-high flame.
-Add 1/4 cup of unsalted butter. When butter melts add 6oz. of super-lump crab meat. Place asparagus in saute pan with crab meat. Add parsley and 2-3 sprinkles of old bay seasonings. Toss for 45 seconds to 1 minutes. Take off flame.
-Steaks should be done. Place steaks on 10 inch dinner plates.
-Top each steak with 5 asparagus spears and 3 oz. of super-lump crab with parsley.
-The Charm'tastic Mile Strip Chesapeake Style for Two.

Mayor Catherine Pugh, Wilt Chamberlain & The Charm'tastic Mile

Mayor-elect Catherine Pugh will be the 50th Mayor for the City of Baltimore. She is from the Philadelphia area and went to Overbrook High School. Catherine came to Baltimore and went to Morgan State University graduating in 1977.

Wilt "The Big Dipper" Chamberlain the NBA legend like Mayor Pugh is from Philadelphia. Chamberlain is considered one of the best players to ever play in the NBA. He also attended the same Overbrook High School.

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East was introduced to the city on April 25, 2016. Wilt Chamberlain wore the #13 as a member of the Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors  and Philadelphia 76ers. He finished his NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1973.

Derrick E. Vaughan the Baltimore businessman that coined The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore on Tuesday November 8, 2016 the night of the Baltimore Mayoral election Vaughan met Bill Russell the iconic basketball legend of the Boston Celtics. Russell won 11 NBA Championships in 13 years as a member of the Boston Celtics. Chamberlain vs Russell was the marquee player vs player match-up for the league during the 1960's. Vaughan told Russell that Ali was his idol and that he too Russell was also the greatest.

On election night in Baltimore Catherine Pugh, Wilt Chamberlain & The Charm'tastic Mile came together by connection of Baltimore/Philadelphia and the number 13 or 1.3.

The Charm'tastic Mile is a Fan for Basketball & Football Season

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming 1.3 mile corridor in the heart of downtown Baltimore designed a basketball court and football field to help promote the month of November when both college & pro basketball and football seasons run together. It's a great time of the year for students and players on campus and fans of both sports.

The 1.3 mile corridor of The Charm'tastic Mile is 2,288 yards. An American football field is 100 yards in length. You could fit 22.88 American football fields on The Charm'tastic Mile.

The Charm'tastic Mile is 6,864 ft.. An NBA and college basketball court is 94 ft. in length. You could fit 73.02 - 94ft. courts on The Charm'tastic Mile 1.3 mile corridor.

The Golden State Warriors set a new NBA record winning 73 games (73-9) last season (2015-16).

The Charm'tastic Mile Sports Stat of the Week (Basketball)

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore Sports Stat of the Week comes from basketball. College and pro basketball are played on a court that is 94 ft. in length.

The 1.3 mile corridor of The Charm'tastic Mile in feet is 6,864 (1.3 miles = 6,864 ft.). 73.02 college or pro courts 94 ft. in length could fit on The Charm'tastic Mile. Lets look at that magical number of 73.

The NBA record for games won in a season is 73. That record was set last season (2015-16) by the Golden State Warriors they compiled a record of 73-9 for the 82 game regular season.

The previous record of 72 (72-10) was set by the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls. The inspiration of The Charm'tastic Mile comes from The Magnificent Mile in Chicago.

The Under Armour Brand headquarters is in Baltimore. They have a brand house store on The Magnificent Mile (Chicago) and The Charm'tastic Mile (Baltimore). Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry is the leading sneaker endorser for Under Armour.

The City of Baltimore was home to the Baltimore Bullets from 1963-73. The Bullets moved to Washington in 1973 (Capital Bullets 1973-74) and became the Washington Bullets (1974-75). The franchise is now known as the Washington Wizards. The 4th highest total of points scored in a NBA game is 73. David Thompson of the Denver Nuggets scored 73 points on the final day of the regular season April 9, 1978. 1978 was also the last World Championship for the Washington Bullets. They defeated the Seattle Supersonics in 7 games 4-3.

* Wilt Chamberlain scored 73 twice in January and November of 1962 to tie David Thompson with the 4 highest points scored in a single game.

The Charm'tastic Mile Sports Stat of the Week

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore will publish a weekly sports stat associated with the 1.3 mile corridor. The stats will range from various sports to players of the game. The first Charm'tastic Mile Stat of the Week will come from football.

An American football field is 100 yards in length. There are 2,288 yards in the 1.3 mile corridor.
Eric Dickerson holds the NFL record for most yards rushing in a single season (1984) 2,105 yards. That's an average of 131.6 yards gained (16) per game.  If a player ran for 2,288 yards in a season he would average 143 yards per game.

You could fit 22.88 American football fields in the 1.3 mile corridor of The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore. There are 32 NFL teams 71.5% of all the NFL fields could fit on The Charm'tastic Mile.

Sports Legends & The Charm'tastic Mile 1.3

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East has a unique association with some of the most iconic sports stars of all-time. Their association is linked to the magical 1.3.

Babe Ruth - The Babe Ruth http://baberuthmuseum.org/ birthplace museum is located one half block from The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore. The Babe is the #1 icon of baseball and he wore the No. 3 jersey as a member of the New York Yankees. The Babe's 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

Muhammad Ali- The "Greatest" of All-Time is the #1 icon of boxing. He was the first heavyweight to win the title a record 3 times. His likeness and apparel are sponsored by Under Armour. The Under Armour Brand House is located on The Charm'tastic Mile (700 President Street).  Ali's 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

Brooks & Cal - Brooks Robinson & Cal Ripken are arguably the 2 greatest players to ever play for the Baltimore Orioles. These 2 icons personified the "Oriole Way" of the 1960's , 70's & 80's. Both spent their entire careers with the O's winning World Titles and MVP's. Brooks wore the Number 5 jersey and Cal the Number 8. Combine 5 +8=13. The Brooks & Cal 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

Frank & Eddie - Frank Robinson & Eddie Murray are legends to the Orioles. These 2 slugging stars personify the "Oriole Way". Frank won the "Triple Crown" and is the only player to win MVP in the American and National leagues. Eddie Murray is one of a select few that retired with more than 500 home runs and 3000 hits. Frank wore the Number 20 jersey and Eddie the Number 33. Subtract 20 from 33 (33-20=13). The Frank & Eddie 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

Trent & Joe Cool - Trent Dilfer & Joe Flacco have a special place in Ravens history. Trent was the starting quarterback for the Super Bowl XXXV win over the NY Giants. Joe Flacco has been the Ravens franchise quarterback for almost a decade and won Super Bowl XVLll. He was also named game MVP. Trent wore the Number 8 jersey and Joe wears the Number 5. Combine 8+5=13. The Trent & Joe 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

Catherine Pugh & Wilt Chamberlain - Mayor of Baltimore to be Catherine Pugh was born in Philadelphia and went to Overbrook High School. Wilt Chamberlain one of the NBA's all-time greats attended the same Overbrook High. Wilt wore the Number 13 as a member of the Philadelphia Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers.  The Catherine & Wilt 1.3 link to The Charm'tastic Mile.

The Charm'tastic Mile and its magical 1.3 link to the Orioles, Ravens & iconic sports greats.

The Charm'tastic Mile Map of Baltimore

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore has created a new map that features its 1.3 mile corridor. The Charm'tastic Mile is seeking to become one of the most well-known street corridors in America.

The new map also features at the end of the route the "Love That 1.3" slogan. Residents and visitors to Baltimore will be thrilled to say that they are walking on The Charm'tastic Mile.

The Charm'tastic Mile is in the process of having permanent street signs installed on the 1.3 mile corridor. 

 

The Charm'tastic Mile Signature Strip Steak

The Charm'tastic Mile of Baltimore the charming new name for the 1.3 mile corridor that runs from MLK Jr. Blvd. & Pratt Street to Harbor East has come up with its own version of a signature strip steak for Hotels & Restaurants on or near "The Mile".


Most restaurants and steakhouses in the U.S. sell their strip steak as the New York Strip. The Charm'tastic Mile will be introducing  "The Charm'tastic Mile Strip" for the City of Baltimore. The steak will be offered as a 13oz. cut lunch portion (The Charm'tastic Mile is 1.3 miles long) and a 19oz. cut dinner portion (The 1.3 miles will be marketed as 1 pound (16oz.) - 3oz.).

There are a variety of steakhouses on or near The Charm'tastic Mile featuring the Capital Grille, Sullivan's Steakhouse, Morton's Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris Pier 5, Fogo de Chao & Fleming's Steakhouse.

The Charm'tastic Mile is seeking to become one of the next "Great Avenues" in America and having its version of a strip steak will help in establishing the 1.3 mile corridor as a "Must See and B-More" area of the city.

The Charm'tastic Mile in months to come will be offering a line of merchandise products to promote the city and "The Mile". The Charm'tastic Mile concept was inspired by the Magnificent Mile https://www.themagnificentmile.com/ of Chicago the iconic 13 block corridor of Michigan Avenue.