Weekends on Wednesday

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This Weekend:

Welcome to the 2014 Mountain Maryland Plein Air event! This sixth annual juried exhibition and art competition is sponsored by the Allegany Arts Council, a non-profit organization that was established in 1975 to support and grow the arts in our community.

Raven's Beach Bash (Ocean City)
Fans join Ravens players, coaches, cheerleaders, Playmakers, Poe, talent from 98Rock and Miller Lite as they turn Ocean City into Ravenstown for the weekend.

The event will feature Orient Express Pro Street, DME Racing Real Street, Trac King Clutches Top Sportsman, Crazy 8's, Louis Concrete 4.60 Index, FBR Shop 5.60 Index, Fast by Gast Pro E.T., and Brock's Performance Street E.T. The event will also include Grudge Racing, and the "Afterdark Underground" 2-hour grudge program on Saturday night.

Amadeus (Baltimore)
Fells Point Corner Theatre presents the play about the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as told by one of his chief rivals, Antonio Salieri.

Hello, Dolly (Bowie) 
2nd Star presents a show that pulls out all the stops - sets, songs, delightful costumes, and superior staging. Add to that classic musical numbers like "Put on Your Sunday Clothes", "Before the Parade Passes By", and "It Only Takes a Moment", , and you will leave singing and wanting more!

Enjoy a collection of watercolor, acrylic, mixed-media, cards and prints by the artists of the Willowbrook Studio. Preview: May 29 5:30pm-8pm, A reception will be held May 30, 5:30pm-8pm. The show continues on May 31, 12-3pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit a local 
Howard County charity.

Set amidst raw-boned guitar riffs and emotionally charged vocals, the Blues Fest represents a unique "home-grown" partnership between public and private concerns. Conceptually conceived in 1995, and annually hosted by the City of Hagerstown, the Western Maryland Blues Fest has mushroomed into a critically acclaimed blues event in the mid-Atlantic region since its modest inception in 1996.

The Wizard of Oz (Baltimore) 
Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts' desires.

30th:

Millennium will be holding a free concert on Friday, May 30 at Metro Centre at Owings Mills beginning at 7 pm. The band, which features former American Idol finalist Travis Tucker, plays a variety of music that ranges from Adele to Nirvana and is appropriate for all ages. 410-363-6205

31st:

Strawberry Festival (Sykesville) 
Crafts, flea market, games, hay wagon rides, food, baked goods, strawberries, shortcake, entertainment.

Annapolis Leukemia Cup (Annapolis) 
No one should fight cancer alone. Celebrating its 22nd year, The Leukemia Cup Regatta, is a thrilling event that combines the exhilaration of  competitive sailing with the important task of raising money to fight blood cancers. Communities across America have been raising more than just a sail to help save the lives of children and adults with blood cancers.

Floating Fleet Day at CBMM (St. Michaels) 
the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum (CBMM) in St. Michaels, MD will host Floating Fleet Day, where visitors can experience the Miles River aboard an authentic Chesapeake wooden workboat.

Is it psychic? Is it intuition? Is it magic? You be the judge. The Evasons put a new twist on the works of 19th century mediums, spiritualists & psychics. A mind blowing experience that defies logic.The Evasons have performed for political leaders, business magnates and royal families in over 35 countries. TV appearances on major networks include NBC, Discovery Channel, CBS and FOX. See them live and you'll be captivated by spot-on powers of perception. Even skeptics have been left speechless!

Bring a blanket and join us for a free family fun evening under the stars! Sat. May 31 - Frozen Sat. June 7 - Despicable Me 2 Fri. June 20 - The Lego Movie Fri. June 27 - Viewer's Choice

The Annapolis Maritime Museum announces its first free Saturday Sundae Funday from 11am-1pm on Saturday May 31st. Come out to our Back Creek location to participate in some of the great family activities that the Museum offers while making your own sundaes with Annapolis’ best ice cream.

Summer Movie at the Wine Bin: Waiting for Guffman (Ellicott City)
The Wine Bin’s outdoor summer movies run Saturday nights from June through September. Parking lot closes an hour before show time. The Bin offers a wine tasting before each movie and has coolers of ice to chill your beer and wine. Bring a chair and a picnic. (and a blanket). The Bin offers popcorn and bottled water to benefit Voices for Children of Howard County

1st:

Columbia Home Tour (Columbia) 
Celebrating its 5th year, the Columbia Home Tour highlights the rich diversity of architectural styles, promoting Columbia's history and lifestyle, while supporting the community. During the tour, participants are invited to Amherst House in Kings Contrivance for light refreshments and more!

From Manor to Modern: Garden Design in Columbia and Ellicott City--23rd Annual Garden Tour (Ellicott City)
Presented by the Horticultural Society of Maryland. Focusing on one of Howard County’s oldest communities and one of its youngest, this year’s walking and driving tour takes visitors to seven private gardens that range from a tranquil arboretum and formal plantings surrounding an 18th century country estate to innovative contemporary gardens tucked away in suburbia. The wide variety of intriguing garden designs provide inspiration to everyone from novice gardeners to master landscapers. As an exciting new addition, guests will be able to get a bite of breakfast or lunch at food trucks along the way. Members of the Horticultural Society of Maryland are admitted to the tour without charge. General public tickets are $35 when purchased in advance online by May 31st.

The Lardarius Webb Foundation will raise and distribute funds to provide aid to underprivileged children and their families. The primary purpose of this foundation is to keep young men and women off the streets and out of trouble, by giving them the knowledge, confidence, and support to achieve any positive goals they set.

2014 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Temple Isaiah Matzohball. The Matzohball Run is a family friendly 5K run and 1 mile run/walk Signature Event that is held at beautiful Centennial Park in Ellicott City.

The Renoir Returns (Baltimore)
More than 60 years after its theft from the BMA, Pierre-Auguste Renoir's On the Shore of the Seine (c. 1879) returns to public view

Maryland Monday



Lake Kittamaqundi, Columbia

Weekends on Wednesday


This Weekend:


Celebrating colonial resistance to British rule! Re-enactment, parade, cocktail party, raft race, wine tasting, performances, local fare, 5K and 10K mile run and more!

Join over a thousand SF fans for the area's largest and longest running convention of its kind! Visit our huge art show, dealer's room, concerts, dances, gaming room, computer room and video room. Everything Science Fiction and Fantasy in one huge package.

Orioles vs. Indians (Baltimore) 
Baltimore Orioles vs. The Cleveland Indians

The 1st fireman's carnival of the year! Rides, food, games and entertainment. Fireworks on Monday night, Memorial Day, May 26th.

In addition to a great game, there will be a fun-filled, interactive area that allows fans of any age a chance to experience the thrills, excitement and spirit of college LAX. Whether you try your hand at various skills, get autographs and pictures with well-known laxers, watch live entertainment, or just kick back with some of Baltimore’s best food and drink…this is the place to be!

Delaplane Strawberry Festival (Delaplane, VA)  
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun and festive day in the Virginia countryside at Sky Meadows State Park near Delaplane, VA. Enjoy hayrides, old fashioned field games, dancing, music, magic, storytelling, crafts, a petting farm, an antique car show, bake sale, hikes in the shadow of the Appalachian Trail, face painting, cake-walking, a Corn Hole Tournament, a monkey and much more! All for just $25 a car! Pack your own picnic or snack on pizza, fresh wraps, hot dogs  and other festival fare like funnel cake and strawberry shortcakes and sundaes!  Make a whole day of it and don't forget to take home a flat of delicious fresh strawberries.

May 23rd:


COMEDY'S BEST KEPT SECRET TOUR *ADULT COMEDY SHOW Friday May 23rd 2014 8:00pm Ferndale Volunteer Fire Company 4 Broadview BLVD South Glen Burnie, MD 21061 $10 Come see what happens when three of the funniest comedians in the country come together to raise money for the Ferndale VFD.

May 24th:


Fair Hill Races (Elkton) 
Since 1934, the Fair Hill Races has attracted horsemen, families and bettors to the rolling hills of Fair Hill, Maryland and the 5,600 acre former estate of William duPont, Jr. Annually drawing 15,000 spectators, the Fair Hill Races is the largest single day event in Cecil County.

Warrior Mile & BBQ (New Market) 
National Warrior Foundation is hosting a fundraiser that 100% of proceeds will apply to our goals of building a retreat center for our Veterans and their families.    

Gerry Sandusky, WBAL sports director and the Baltimore Ravens radio play-by-play voice, will participate in a book signing event to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Maryland Chapter. “FORGOTTEN SUNDAYS” discusses his relationship with his father and living in the shadow of the NFL.

What happens when you bring together a concert violinist, an opera singer, and everyone's favorite stuffed animal? You get Two Divas and a Bear! Explore the human voice with NSO violinist Marissa Regni and soprano Kari Paludan. Age 3–5

May 25th:


National Memorial Day Concert (U.S. Capitol)  
Celebrate Memorial Day on the U.S. Capitol lawn with the National Symphony Orchestra's annual tribute concert, hosted, as ever, by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise. Scheduled performers include Sugarland vocalist Jennifer Nettles, Academy Award- and Emmy-winning actress Dianne Wiest, former "The Voice" contestant Danielle Bradbery and singer Megan Hilty. Gates open at 5 p.m. for the 8 p.m. concert. FREE! 

FREE! "The President's Own" United States Marine Band will launch Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts' summer season with a program of concert band favorites. A fireworks display will follow the concert.
Gates open: 6:30 pm for Lawn (90 minutes prior to curtain)
Fireworks viewing area opens: Following the performance, at approximately 9:30 pm 
Fireworks begin at approximately 9:45 pm
 

May 26th:


450 For the Fallen (Baltimore) 
The running relay spans 450-miles and raises funds in support of Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to providing college scholarships for the children of military personnel killed in the line of duty. Registration is only a $50 pledge.

The ceremony in the plaza at Rockville Town Square includes music by the Rockville Concert Band and the Rockville Chorus, the traditional wreath laying led by American Legion Post 86, and a 21-gun salute and presentation of colors by American Legion Post 86 Color Guard and Rockville City Police Dept.

Memorial Day Ceremony (Timonium) 
The annual Memorial Day ceremony at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens salutes the men and women of the armed forces who have paid the highest price in defense of the United States of America. The patriotic ceremony includes music, speeches, a wreath laying and 21-gun salute.

The Parade starts at 10am on Pennsylvania Avenue and ends on Church Street at the Westminster Cemetery. A Memorial service will begin at 11 am in the cemetery.

Ongoing:


The 2014 seasons includes: “42nd Street” “SHOUT! The Mod Musical” “An Irreverent Musical TBA” Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre is an all-volunteer, non-profit community theatre at the City Dock in downtown Annapolis.