Explore Baltimore
Theater Thursdays: Appasionata
Thursday, June 7th, 2012 by The Professor
Europe’s most successful live entertainment show, Apassionata, featuring more than 40 horses, is coming to 1st Mariner Arena in Baltimore for 4 performances, June 8-10 from 8:00 pm-3:00 pm.
After five million tickets, fifteen countries and nearly a decade of anticipation, North American audiences will finally get to see the breathtaking display of the beauty and the bond between horse and rider that can only be found in APASSIONATA.
Titled “The Beginning,” this theatrical sensation enchants families and horse lovers alike with the finest equestrianship, including magnificent dressage and exhilarating stunt riding. The natural elegance, nobility, speed and agility of these animals is captivating. Different breeds – from Bretons to Friesians – have been brought together from Europe and North America to create this evocative yet thrilling event.
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Wacky Wednesday: Hampden Hi-Fi Concerts
Wednesday, June 6th, 2012 by The Professor
June 8, 2012 – July 27, 2012 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Roosevelt Park
1221 W. 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21221
Hampden Hi-Fi is a free concert series held every Friday evening, 6pm to 9pm, from June 8th through July 27th at Roosevelt Park in Baltimore City’s famed “Hampden” neighborhood, an older working-class neighborhood with plenty of art, shops, and great restaurants.
The Summer 2012 series features local musicians of various music genres, local food from area restaurants, a wine & beer garden, and more. Proceeds benefit local organizations within the community.
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Tourism Tuesday: Plants & People Sundays
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012 by The Professor
Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens, Druid Hill Park
Each Sunday from 1:30-3:30pm this summer, the Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory & Botanic Gardens presents Plants & People Sunday. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of learning and fun. Young children especially will enjoy story time, workshops, and a variety of activities and crafts. For more information, or a list of upcoming events, call 410-396-0008 or visit www.rawlingsconservatory.org.
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Museum Monday: Baltimore Harbor Pass
Monday, June 4th, 2012 by The Professor
With the end of the school year approaching, everyone is looking for fun things to do around Baltimore for the summer. With the Baltimore Harbor Pass, you can do many cool things around Baltimore for one flat rate price. The new Baltimore Harbor Pass offers familiar favorites like discounted entry into the National Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center and Top of the World Observation Center. But, in addition, Harbor Pass ticket holders will also receive a one-time entry to their choice of the American Visionary Art Museum or Port Discovery’s Children Museum and a choice of Sports Legends at Camden Yards or the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American History and Culture. For more information, visit http://baltimore.org/harborpass/ or call 1-877- Baltimore.
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Food Fridays: Annabel Lee Tavern
Friday, June 1st, 2012 by The Professor
This little tavern located in the Canton area strives to make their guest feel at home. With friendly service and affordable cuisine, there food is what they consider “upscale comfort.” They always have at least six daily specials to choose from and a good dose of vegetarian options. Also, they celebrate Edgar Allen Poe, Baltimore, and Maryland daily. So if you in the mood for a romantic, peaceful dinner for two or interested in a late night game of darts with friends, visit the Annabel Lee Tavern!
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Theater Thursdays: You Can’t Take It With You Forever
Thursday, May 31st, 2012 by The Professor
Fireworks, police raids, and a xylophone are just the tip of the iceberg in this Kaufman and Hart zany madcap comedy classic. Meet the Sycamore family, politically independent with healthy distrust of government. They open their New York City home to all sorts of free spirits. When their daughter Alice, decides to invite her conservative boyfriend’s family to dinner, they promise to be on their best behavior. Yea right…… You Can’t Take It With You Forever being shown at the Everyman Theatre starting May 16th- June 17th has gotten fantastic reviews. For more information or to order tickets, visit http://everymantheatre.org/
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Wacky Wednesday: Federal Hill Main Street’s Jazz & Blues Wine & Art Festival
Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 by The Professor
Sunday, June 3 from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Cross and Charles Streets in Federal Hill
Featuring great live music on two stages, arts & crafts, food & drink, wine tastings, our popular Artist Alley, and expanded Kids’ Kross Street, this festival truly has something for everyone! And, it’s all free! This festival is known for its great music offerings, and this year is no exception. We’re excited to have Honey Island Swamp Band and Water “Wolfman” Washington, both from New Orleans, joining our great mix of local bands, including Cris Jacobs Band, The Players, Ruben Montoya, Dawgone, Community Groove, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Jake Leckie Band, and more. All proceeds go to Federal Hill Main Street, Inc., a nonprofit community revitalization program engaged in beautification, promotion, small business assistance and other activities to strengthen this historic community.
For more information, call 410-727-4500 or email janeseebold@historicfederalhill.org.
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Tourism Tuesday: St. Nicholas Greek Folk Festival
Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 by The Professor
Thursday, June 7 through Saturday, June 9 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM and Sunday, June 10 from 12:30 PM to 10:00 PM
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 520 S. Ponca Street
This annual festival kicks off the Showcase of Nations with traditional dancing, costumes, delicious foods, beautifully crafted art, and tours of the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. For more information, call 410-633-5020 or visit www.greekfolkfestival.org.
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Museum Monday: AVAM presents All Things Round
Monday, May 28th, 2012 by The Professor
The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) present’s its 17th annual thematic mega-exhibition, ALL THINGS ROUND: Galaxies, Eyeballs & Karma. It is a celebration and call to awareness of the circular and voluptuous nature of life. From the micro atomic spin of electrons encircling a nucleus to the macro orbit of planets rounding our sun, ‘Round’ delights in the curves, spirals, orbs, and bubbles of full-bodied beauty that playfully manifest throughout art and science.
This wholly original art exhibition features the exuberant works of 70+ inspired, intuitive artists including: Scott Weaver’s 100,000 toothpick wonder, ‘Rolling Through The Bay’; Adolf Wölfli’s intricate mandala-like works; spherical sculptures of artists who are sight-impaired; and the micro dot sock-thread embroideries of Ray Materson. Don’t miss Frank Warren’s all-time best true karmic PostSecrets; the 3-D sacred yarn paintings of the Huichol Indians; and a cosmic tribute to cyclical notions of time – including an exploration into the fast-upcoming, 2012 Winter Solstice “end” of the Mayan Calendar!
Co-curated by AVAM Founder & Director Rebecca Hoffberger and Mary Ellen ‘Dolly’ Vehlow – award-winning graphic designer & founder/sponsor of Washington, DC’s “H Street Festival,” ALL THINGS ROUND: Galaxies, Eyeballs & Karma is a lively circle dance with its visitors of all ages at its center! Running through September 2, 2012 at the American Visionary Art Museum.
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Sports Saturday: Premier League Football in Baltimore
Saturday, May 26th, 2012 by The Professor
On Saturday July, 28th at 1:00 pm the Tottenham Hotspur Football Club will play Liverpool Football Club in M&T Bank Stadium. These are two of the most popular teams in the Barclay Premier League, who have never played in this region of the US!
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club is based in Tottenham, London, and play in the Barclays Premier League. Commonly referred to as the “Spurs,” Tottenham has won two Football League titles, eight Football Association Cups, four League Cups, one European Cup and two UEFA Cups.
Liverpool Football Club, commonly referred to as the “Reds,” also compete in the Barclays Premier League. Liverpool has won more European titles than any other English club, with five European Cups, three UEFA Cups and three European Super Cups. Liverpool last travelled to North America in 2004.
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