[ In shops ] Baltimore Chop! More Than Just Books... Andy Rubin opened Baltimore Chop on baseball’s opening day last year with the intention of supplying the demand for an independent sports bookstore and music venue. That intention has come to fruition and morphed into Baltimore’s hippest place to enjoy fine organic coffee, books of all sorts,  as well as entertainment. As Mr. Rubin explains, “Live events in a bookstore are critical to keeping in touch with the community.” Rubin’s aspiration of helping create a vibrant scene in Baltimore is shared by many. Having a place to manifest those dreams and having an owner not tied down by the restraints of corporate America is why Baltimore Chop is a unique and refreshing experience. The daytime and night events include poetry readings, book signings, and of course, live music, which often include regional and even nationally touring acts. ...read more.