Take in some live music, buy yourself something new (to you!), welcome the High Holidays or learn something new about parenting, all in and around town this weekend. SVET STOYANOV PERCUSSION RECITAL SPIRE SERIES Where/When: First & Franklin St Presbyterian Church at 210 W Madison St. in Baltimore on Friday at 8 p.m. Why Go: Award-winning marimba player and percussionist Svet Stoyanov will play a concert, including pieces by Bach, Reich and others. Pricing: General admission: $15, students: $5 INNTERIMS GARAGE SALE Where/When: Cambridge School in Pikesville, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Why…
There have been plenty of reasons to stay home lately: An earthquake, Hurricane Irene, and the flash floods Wednesday. Here are some events to help make you social again. BALTIMORE ALLEY AERIAL FESTIVAL Where/When: Graffiti Alley at 120 W. North Ave. in Baltimore, at 8 p.m., Friday; 1 p.m. and 8 p.m.,Saturday, and 1 p.m., Sunday. Why Go: Look to the sky and watch these amazing aerialists perform tricks and stunts that will leave you breathless. Pricing: Adults, $20; Children, $10 FLEA MARKET Where/When: Milford Mill United Methodist Church from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. Why Go: Still …
Educational opportunities, a comic book convention, a motorcycle ride for a good cause and a funny whodunnit are in store for you this weekend. WEST SIDE OF BALTIMORE BLACK HISTORY Where/When: Pikesville Senior Center, from 12:45-1:45 p.m. Friday. Why Go: Historian Louis Diggs will teach about the history of west Baltimore, using pictures as visual aids. Pricing: Free INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD Where/When: Randallstown Branch Library at 8604 Liberty Rd. in Randallstown. At 9 a.m. Saturday. Why Go: In this day and age, knowing your way around Microsoft Word is a must! You'll be instructed …
What's going on this weekend? How about a tasty meal in a lovely setting? And if that's not your idea of a good time, don't worry. There are plenty of other things to do, including a fashion show, concert, a farmers market and a flea market! BALTIMORE IMPROV FESTIVAL Where/When: Creative Alliance at The Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. Shows are Thursday at 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday at 7, 8:30 and 10 p.m., and Sunday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Different acts put on laughs during each show. Pricing: $50 for all shows during the festival; $30 for one night of shows. Individual shows cost $10-…
On tap for this weekend: A literary discussion, a party and scavenger hunt, a train show, Reiki and your pet, and a movie that everyone can enjoy! COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Where/When: Perry Hall Library, 10 a.m., Friday. Why Go: Have you read any good books lately? If so, come to the library to sit and chat about what you're reading and what you thought of it. Pricing: Free BEACH PARTY AND SCAVENGER HUNT Where/When: Pikesville Senior Center, 12:45-1:45 p.m., Friday. Why Go: Go on a scavenger hunt, eat some tasty Italian ice and have fun at the mystery event! Be sure to sign up in advance. …
Let learning be the theme of this weekend in Pikesville and the Baltimore area, where you'll find events teaching home safety, religion, films and photography. But if you prefer to stretch your legs and exercise your body instead of your mind, there's an 8K and 5K to be run. HOME SAFE HOME Where/When: Pikesville Senior Center from 12:45-1:45 p.m. Friday Why Go: Come to this one-hour information session and learn tips and tricks on how to make your home safer. Pricing: Free SHABBAT IN THE PARK Where/When: Beth Tfiloh Congregation, 4-6 p.m. Saturday Why Go: Get together with other members of…
You can exercise your brain and your muscles in and around Pikesville this weekend! Learn more about American history, get your blood pumping by running a 5K (we checked and it's still on—rain or shine!) or listen to some tunes and see some amazing actors bring a story to life on stage. Or you can get to know a local music shop. INVENTING A NATION Where/When: Maryland Historical Society at 201 W Monument St. in Baltimore; Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Why Go: Get a history lesson from this collaboration between the historical society and Maryland State…
There's plenty of art to see and experience in and around town this weekend, as well as live music, an interesting class about generational differences, and a chance to meet the pet of your dreams. UNDERSTANDING THE GENERATIONS Where/When: Pikesville Senior Center on Friday, July 15, from 12:45-1:45 p.m. Why Go: If you're interested in learning more about the younger generation and getting tips and strategies on how to communicate more effectively, come to this class at the senior center. Pricing: Free QUAD TEMPLE ART SHOW Where/When: Baltimore Hebrew Congregation on Friday, July 15, …
Try your luck, watch a movie, laugh until your face hurts, learn more about Native American culture or run for charity in and around Pikesville this weekend. CASH BINGO Where/When: Pikesville Senior Center on Friday, July 8, from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Why Go: Hurry up and reserve your spot for this chance to win some money! Pricing: $2 to register and $2 for each additional card (limited to two). OPEN AIR FILM FESTIVAL Where/When: Corner of High and Stiles Streets in Baltimore on Friday, July 8, at 7 pm. Why Go: Come early to claim your spot. The movie will begin at 9 pm and this week's film …
Sure, there are plenty of fireworks displays this long, Fourth of July weekend. But that's not all. PIMLICO RACETRACK FAIR Where/When: Pimlico Racetrack at 5201 Park Heights Ave. in Baltimore. 5 p.m. to noon, Friday and Saturday. And from 1 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sunday. Why Go: Don't miss it! This is the fair's last weekend. There are rides, games, prizes, food, vendors, animals, shows and more. People of all ages can come out and have a good time. Fireworks are July 2. Pricing: $2.50 (with 2-for-1 coupon available at the website); $5 otherwise; rides and food are priced individually TRUE …
There's plenty to do in the Pikesville area this weekend: anything from learning more about magic to how to use e-mail more effectively. Of course, if you're looking to be entertained, there's a fair the whole family can enjoy at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. If you're looking for something for adults, play some bingo for charity or watch some belly dancers shake what their mamas gave 'em. WHAT IN THE WORLD? MAGIC AND MYSTERY FROM AROUND THE GLOBE Where/When: Pikesville Branch Library at 2 p.m. Friday. Why Go: Kids and adults of all ages can come to the library and learn more about the …
A little bit of music, a little bit of learnin' and a whole lotta “hon” await you this weekend! And if they aren't your cup of tea, why not mellow out at a weekly meditation group or get an autograph from a local author? A TASTE OF JAZZ SHABBAT WORSHIP Where/When: Baltimore Hebrew Congregation on Friday, June 10, at 7 p.m. Why Go: Kol Rinnah and a small ensemble of musicians will play jazz music at this special Shabbat worship. Pricing: Free INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET Where/When: Randallstown Branch Library at 8604 Liberty Rd., Randallstown on Saturday, June 11, at 9 a.m. Why Go: Register …
Calendar Editor Sara Fisher picks the best events in Pikesville and the area so you can enjoy a unique weekend. Take in some art, a show or two, meet a few authors and get your (salsa) groove on. “ONE WORLD/TWO VIEWS” Where/When: Baltimore Hebrew Congregation on Friday, June 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Why Go: This is the first day of this exhibit that showcases work by two artists: Bitten Norman and Louise Rothe. Everyone is welcome to come out and look at what these two talented artists have to offer. The exhibit runs through Monday, June 27. Pricing: Free BYTE NYTE Where/When: Hexagon Space …
