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Sunday, May 19, 2013

Businesses, Groups Pikesville Residents Can 'Like' on Facebook

From fitness clubs to restaurants, there's plenty to follow.

Check out these Pikesville-centric pages on Facebook. 1. Pikes Diner 2. Jilly's 3. Baltimore Fitness & Tennis 4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pikesville - MD 5. Masada Tactical 6. Charm City Yoga 7. Suburban House Restaurant 8. Pikesville Chamber of Commerce 9. J. BROWN JEWELERS 10. The Weave Cafe 11. YogoLaada - Frozen Yogurt & Cereal Bar 12. Diva by Cindy 13. Synchronicity Boutique 14. Bradley Images, Inc. 15. Betsy Robinson's Bridal Collection 16. Maryland Center for Missing and Unidentified Persons (MCMUP) 17. Fleet Feet Sports Baltimore 18. Lifebridge Health and Fitness 19. First Watch Restaurants Inc. 20. AMF Pikesville Lanes 21. The Olive Branch 22. Vineyards Elite 23. Quarry Wine & Spirits 24. aMuse Toys 25. Arenal Fitness 26. The …

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Auditions Set for June at Beth Tfiloh Community Theatre

Roles will be filled for the production of 'The Mystery of Edwin Drood.'

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Mother's Day Weekend Concert Offered in Pikesville

A trio of vocalists will entertain during a free concert Saturday at St. Mark's on the Hill Episcopal Church.

Sunday, May 5, 2013

Ticket Sales Begin for Twilight Garden Party

The Women's Housing Coalition's annual fundraising event is set for June 13.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Boordy Vineyards Red, White and Bluegrass, Underground Railroad Bus Tour, Murder Mystery Dinner, and More in Baltimore County this Weekend

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.

Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend.  Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up. To submit an event in the Patch events calendar, click on “Events” at the top of the page and then click on the green "Add an event" button on the right side of the page. Deer Park Middle Magnet School Fashion & Talent Show Where: Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 9830 Winands Road When: Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m. Cost: $10   "Crime and Pun-ishment" A Murder Mystery Dinner Alzheimer’s Association Annual Dementia Conference: Making Connections Variety Night Bingo Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Maryland Hunt Cup Underground Railroad Bus Tour Boordy…

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Take in a Free Comedy Night at Hightopps

Open mic night for stand-up comedians is set for Sunday in Timonium at the bar and grill.

Tickets Available for 'Capitol Steps'

The annual Night Under the Stars event at Baltimore Hebrew Congregation in Pikesville will honor Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz and Jill Kamenetz.

Capitol Steps troupe will perform skits and songs April 25 during Baltimore Hebrew Congregation's third annual Night Under the Stars. The event begins at 8 p.m. in the congregation's Dalsheimer Theater, and will benefit the religious school, youth programs and more, according to a news release from the congregation. The event honors Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz and Jill Kamenetz, his wife, the release states. Tickets range from $50-$150, and are available on the congregation website, or by calling 443-524-0284.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Pikesville Groups Perform at Arundel Showcase

The two groups performed Saturday at the Arundel Indoor Spectacular at Arundel High School.

Two Pikesville groups performed Saturday at a showcase at Arundel High School. The show featured a total of seven groups performing dance, percussion and color guard routines. One Pikesville group, called In Progress, performed an interpretation os selections from The Lion King. Another Pikesville group, In Theory, gave a performance based on the theme "What is Time?" Other highlights included:  The Arundel color guard capped off the afternoon with its performance of "Be Yourself," which tells the story of a young girl whose dolls come to life. The award-winning performance features a rousing routine set to the song "Barbie Girl" by Aqua.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

After Three Decades, Pikes Theatre Gets Second Act

Renovations are under way to return the old movie house to its roots.

It's reel-y happening. Movies will play again at Pikes Theatre after almost three decades without its silver screen. The Baltimore Jewish Times reports plans are under way to turn the theater—now the Pikes Diner—back to its former glory. The paper reports the new theater will have two 25-by-13 foot screens, and each screening room will seat 80. The theater would be open seven days a week and show first-run films. Pikes told the Times that the new theater could open as soon as July. “It’s like a godsend because, the fact is, I really can’t think of anything else to create activity down here,” owner Wil Reich told the paper. “I can’t think of anything that would benefit the 900- and 1000-blocks of Reisterstown Road more than this concept.” …

Mike Pierce

1:29 pm on Friday, April 5, 2013

While a new theater here might be a good idea and to the benefit of the entire neighborhood, people should know the background of what is happening. Currently, the Code requires that they get a Special Exception to have a theater. The hearing for this would be the time for citizens to express their concerns about the parking, and for a decision to be made based on those concerns, including …   more ›

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Weekend Concerts: The Pietasters, Muddy River Blues Band and More

Check out some live music this weekend in Baltimore and beyond.

Thursday The Pietasters, Big D & The Kids Table, Bumpin’ Uglies and Kill Lincoln The Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street, Baltimore Doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m. $13 My Son Bison, Ms. Fridrich, Raindeer, Monteclair Bohemian Coffee House, 1821 N. Charles Street, Baltimore 8 p.m., $5 Friday Cris Jacobs and The Band of Johns, Garrett Anderson The 8x10, 10 E. Cross Street, Baltimore Doors at 8 p.m. $12 Mark Bray and the Steel Soul Cowboys Pop’s Tavern, 4343 North Point Blvd, Dundalk 9:30 p.m., no cover Saturday  Muddy River Blues Band The Tidewater Grille, 300F Franklin Street, Havre de Grace 8 p.m., No cover Joe Keyes & The Late Bloomer Band City View Bar and Grill, 6700 Security Blvd, Gwynn Oak 9 p.m., no cover Full disclosure: Owings …

John Doe

10:45 am on Thursday, March 28, 2013

The Pietasters are a great show.   more ›

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