Community Corner
Family Fun this Weekend in Baltimore County and Beyond
Here are some fun things to do around town with the family this weekend.
Where/When: 13555 Beaver Dam Rd., Cockeysville, Maryland 21030, Saturday, July 14, 2012, 8:00 p.m.
Why to go: John Williams' score to the iconic Star Wars movies will be on full display as the BSO performs this masterpiece choreographed to a laser light show and fireworks. The program opens with selections from blockbusters such as Batman and Pirates of the Caribbean.
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Pricing: $9.00-18.00
Where/When: 1301 York Road, Lutherville, Maryland 21093, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Why to go: John Williams' score to the iconic Star Wars movies will be on full display as the BSO performs this masterpiece choreographed to a laser light show and fireworks. The program opens with selections from blockbusters such as Batman and Pirates of the Caribbean.
For tickets click HERE.
Pricing: $9.00-18.00
Where/When: Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road - Timonium, Maryland 21093, 4-H Building, Saturday, 14th - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Why to go: Come check out a Toy Show brought to you by Dave Hart Shows!
Pricing: $5.00
Where/When: Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road - Timonium, Maryland 21093, 4-H Building/Arts Building, Sunday, July, 15, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Why to go: Come in out of the heat to browse one of the biggest flea markets in the state!
Pricing: FREE
Where/When: Baltimore County, Hannah More Park, 12035 Reisterstown Road, Reisterstown, MD 21136, Saturday, July 14, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Why to go: The 257th Army Band presents an evening of "All American Rhythm". We're bringing an "all ages" musical line‑up to Reisterstown featuring marches, patriotic, swing, country‑western, funk, jazz, pop/rock and more. Pack the family, bring along a picnic snack and join us on July 14th at the Hannah More Concert Band Shell at 7:00 P.M.
Pricing: FREE
Where/When: Woodholme Center, 1829 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD, 21208, Sunday July 15, 2012, 8:00 a.m.
Why to go: The race benefits: The University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center and the Pikesville Chamber of Commerce.
Pricing: FREE
Where/When: Verizon Center, 601 F St. N.W., Washington , DC , 20004,
Friday, July 13th: 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 14th: 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 15th: 4:00 p.m.
Why to go: This Cirque du Soleil show combines Michael Jackson's music and lyrics with riveting visuals and dance.
According to the show's website, the story takes place in a "fantastical realm where we discover Michael's inspirational Giving Tree -- the wellspring of his creativity."
The show is written and directed by Jamie King.
Pricing: FREE
- Little Italy Open Air Film Festival: The Godfather
Where/When: High Street and Stiles Street, Baltimore , MD , 21202, Friday, July 13, 2012, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Why to go: This is one of those perfect Baltimore experiences that all city residents should do at least once. Grab a bottle of wine, some treats from Vaccaro's and check out an Italian-themed movie among friends.
UPCOMING SHOW DATES:
- July 13th The Godfather
- July 20th From Here to Eternity
- July 27th Buona Sera Mrs. Campbell
- August 3rd Letters to Juliet
- August 10th Come September
- August 17th The Talented Mr. Ripley
- August 24th When in Rome
- August 31st Cinema Paradiso
Pricing: FREE
Where/When: Clifton Park, 2801 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD, 21213
Friday, July 13th: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 14th: 12:00 noon - 9 p.m.
July 15th: 12:00 12:00 noon - 9 p.m.
Why to go: Ethnic festival includes a parade, live reggae and soca music, and plenty of Caribbean food.
Pricing: Fees apply
Where/When: Food tour meets near Broadway Market in Fells Point (The exact meeting location will be provided upon ticket purchase). Wednesdays-Sundays between 3:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Why to go: The Fells Point Food Tour explores parts of Baltimore's best preserved historic district that was founded nearly 280 years ago.
On this guided, narrated walking tour, you will experience and learn about the significance of the small town once separated from Baltimore. During the tour, you will stop to sample specially made dishes at unique family owned restaurants.
After finishing, you will be able to truly appreciate the area's heritage, history, and local food.
Your Fells Point Food Tour may include the following specialties:
- Baltimore's indigenous hotdog
- Traditional Baltimore pit beef
- Local seafood specialties
- 4th generation Greek family recipes
- Locally brewed beers
- Authentic Polish and Eastern European cuisine
- The neighborhood's best dessert and cocktail combination
Experience Baltimore's storied past!
Join us as we bring you through a town of narrow rowhouses, cobbled streets, and fantastic local cuisine, encapsulating three centuries worth of charm. See what makes this port town so unique and delicious.
All dishes served are included in the tour. Enough food is served that for most participants, dinner afterward will not be needed. Seating and special service is provided at all restaurants throughout the tour.
Pricing: $55.00 per person.
Advanced purchase required.
Buy online or call (800) 979-3370
Where/When: 1520 Crownsville Rd, Crownsville, MD, Saturday, July 14, 2012, 11:00 a.m.
Why to go: Event Director Eddie McGowan announced the 2nd Annual 2012 Annapolis Irish Festival will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds. Gates will open at 11am. The 2011 Inaugural Irish Festival was a huge success, surpassing all expectations. Over 10,000 people from Maryland and as far away as Kansas and Scotland, enjoyed a bit of the Emerald Isle right here in Annapolis.
Pricing: $15.00
Where/When: Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852, 8:00 p.m.
Why to go: Co-presented by CASA After wowing week after week on NBC's The Sing Off, the Afro Blue Vocal Band returns to its home town.
First formed at Howard University, this 10-member vocal jazz a cappella ensemble has won multiple awards and performed alongside such names as Smokey Robinson, Geri Allen and Bobby McFerrin.
This a cappella evening also swings across the globe, bringing one of the best vocal groups in Italy - five young musicians who met at the Niccolai Paganini Conservatory of Music in Genoa. Cluster won millions of fans in its successful run on X Factor Italy.
Pricing: $18 to $38