Things to do in Baltimore this week 12/2/19

Oh wow! I can’t believe I managed to get all this done before my flight. This post is coming to you while I’m in Las Vegas. Don’t worry, I’ll be back this week to kick off a fun month of all things Christmas in Baltimore. Starting it all off on Thursday I’m going to the 48th Annual Monument Lighting in Mount Vernon. It always gets me in the holiday spirit. The next night I’m seeing Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express at Everyman Theatre. I can’t wait to see how they do the set for this one! On Saturday I’m attending Holiday Spirits on the Rocks: A Drinks Party at The Walters Art Museum. It’s one of my favorite cocktail events of the year. This month is going to be crazy but so much fun!

Monday, December 2

Mussel Monday at Lee’s Pint!
4PM – 10PM
Lee’s Pint & Shell
2844 Hudson Street, Baltimore
Guess what? Mussel Monday is back! Starting today, we’ll have a pound of our delicious mussels for only $5! Gratuity will be added to all checks with the Mussel Monday special.

Strive Film Screening and Fundraiser for the Peale Center
5:30PM – 9:30PM
The Charles Theater
1711 N Charles St, Baltimore
Join us December 2nd for the Baltimore premiere of Strive, the award-winning film launching this winter on UMC (UMC.tv), AMC Networks’ online tv service, streaming quality storytelling about African American and urban life. Strive tells the story of Kalani Johnson (JoiStaRR), a high school student who must overcome the challenges of growing up in the projects to fulfill her dream of getting into Yale. Danny Glover, the renowned actor, activist, and board member of our neighbors, The Real News Network (TRNN), plays her college counselor. TRNN is generously lending their support as media partners for the event. The Peale, which served as Baltimore’s first public high school for people of color (1882-1888), is honored to help share these stories in Baltimore, a city teeming with young people who are striving against the odds to earn an education and build a future.
VIP RECEPTION: $100 – 5:30pm Doors open for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and “artisanal selfies” – your silhouette cut freehand in the historical style by Lauren Muney.
SCREENING: $10 – 7:30pm Debut of the short documentary about Baltimore’s “squeegee kids” and Strive film screening.
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Homewood By Candlelight
5:30PM – 7:30PM
Homewood Museum
3400 N Charles St, Baltimore
Decorated for the holidays, Homewood exudes a festive spirit that is best witnessed at the museum’s annual Homewood by Candlelight open house. Flickering candlelight throughout the museum makes Homewood appear as it might have in the early nineteenth century. The furnished period rooms will be filled with festive décor, the museum shop will offer discounts on a wide array of holiday gift-giving ideas, seasonal refreshments will be served in the Wine Cellar, and live music will be performed on Homewood’s circa 1804 piano forte.
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Monumental Mondays Game Night
6PM – 10PM
R. House
301 W 29th St, Baltimore
Liven up your Mondays with weekly game night at r. bar with beer specials from our friends at Monument City Brewing Company. We’ve got Cards Against Humanity, Cornhole and a Shuffle Board.

Monday Trivia at MaGerk’s
7:30PM – 9:30PM
MaGerk’s Pub
1061 S Charles St, Baltimore
Ours is an independent Trivia Night written specifically for the venue/audience each week. We try to write a rounded game that finds the right balance between challenging and fun, while avoiding too many gimmes or complete guesses. Generally speaking, people seem to really enjoy it and we’ve been pretty successful with consistent crowds, and a loyal following in Hampden, and Mt. Vernon, so we are very excited to be invited to bring the game to Federal Hill!!We’ll be playing at MaGerk’s every Monday in the back bar. It’s free to play (of course), and like any good Trivia Night, we’ll have loads of food and drink specials. We will also have a prize for the best overall team, as well as one for the highest placing small team so it’s good for groups of all sizes. We’d love to have you join us, so definitely consider checking it out if you’re in or around Federal Hill on Monday’s.

The BIG Indie Showcase!
7:30PM – 8:30PM
The BIG Theater
1727 North Charles Street, Baltimore
As the improv scene in Baltimore grows, more and more independent teams find themselves looking for a home. The monthly Indie Showcase delivers that at the BIG Theater with performances from three indie teams each month. Come see longtime indie favorites as well as new teams striking out on their own. October’s lineup includes Book Club, Radio Pigeon and Akimbo. Baltimore Improv Group offers free comedy shows every night of the week. But please reserve so we know you’re coming.

Monday Salsa Bachata Latin Dance Night With SalsaNow
8:30PM – 1AM
Fells point Tavern
1606 Thames St, Baltimore
SalsaNow presents you with Salsa and Bachata in the heart of Baltimore on Mondays. Fells Point Tavern is the current dance hotspot located on the waterfront Thames Street in Fells Point. Featuring great food and entertainment in this two level lovely venue with an outdoor patio. FREE dance lesson starts at 8 pm with Niss Albaig of SalsaNow. DJ SalsoMano G and dancing starts at 9 pm and goes to 1 am. All complimentary! Yes, all FREE! Street parking is free and plentiful after 8 pm in Fells Point. Caroline Street Garage on 805 S. Caroline Street is only $4, open until midnight. All ages welcome. 21+ to drink. Kitchen is open until 11 pm.

The Session Hosted By Clarence Ward III
8:30PM – 12AM
Terra Cafe Bmore
101 E 25th St, Baltimore
This event is a weekly Jazz Jam Session created and hosted by Baltimore’s own Saxophonist and Trumpeter Clarence Ward III. Each and every week some of finest musicians from Baltimore, Dc, Va and as far as Ny come to partake in this weekly Gathering of musical expression. There is NO cover and all you have to do is tip the band. There is NO OTHER PLACE in this town offering such a high level of music for free.

Tuesday, December 3

Tiki Tuesday
4PM – 12AM
Bookmakers Cocktail Club
31 E Cross St, Baltimore
Tiki drink specials featuring a different spirit sponsor each month, as well as changing food specials.

Open Gaming & STAR WARS Tuesdays
5PM – 10:30PM
No Land Beyond
2125 Maryland Ave, Baltimore
Welcome, rebels! Join your heroic No Land Beyond Resistance Generals for some good old fashioned FREE open gaming in our basement EVERY TUESDAY until our grand opening. Come play our board games and peruse our wares like we’re that Toydarian Watto in The Phantom Menace. We’ll be around to show you our favorites and help run a game or two, too. Want to bring your own game? Do it! Want to run a D&D game? May the Force be with you! (That means yes.) Also, completely incidentally and not at all on purpose, there will be a weekly screening of the exciting new series, The Mandalorian! Come hang, game, and watch great TV with your old pals at No Land Beyond! Game on.

Drinking and Dragons: Welcoming Tabletop Roleplaying
6PM – 9PM
R. House
301 W 29th St, Baltimore
Get your feast on with R. House and Drinking and Dragons in Baltimore. We’ll have excellent food and booze available from all your favorite R. House vendors, and we’ll have the hobby that Parker is most thankful for, roleplaying games! We play all sorts of different tabletop roleplaying games, from Dungeons and Dragons to Root: The Roleplaying Game to Fiasco, and everything in between. Know that that means? Come join us and get some gaming in while you enjoy R. House‘s delicious food and booze! Don’t know what that means? Come join us and learn! All our games are open to new people, carry no ongoing commitment, and can be taught quickly.

Benefit Baltimore Market 2019
6PM – 10PM
Peabody Heights Brewery, LLC
401 E 30th St, Baltimore
This Giving Tuesday come out to Peabody Heights Brewery for a makers market with food trucks and beer all while supporting Baltimore City non-profits. Benefiting: Art with a Heart, Baltimore Child Abuse Center, Baltimore Tree Trust, Baltimore Transgender Alliance, House of Ruth, Make Studio, Parity Homes, Sharp Dressed Man, Village Learning Place, and Women’s Advocacy Coalition of Baltimore.

RM Holy Glam Holiday Soirée
6:30PM – 8:30PM
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore
200 International Dr, Baltimore
Join Rachel on Tuesday, December 3rd at 6:30pm to sip and shop her new holiday jewelry collection! Guests in attendance will also take advantage of 20% off your entire purchase. To RSVP, email kirsten@rachelmulherin.com. Space is limited.

Annex an Open Mic
6:30PM – 9PM
Vent Coffee Roasters
1700 W 41st St, Baltimore
The last Annex of the year is coming up. We’ll gather for one last jam sesh of the decade, 6:30-9pm @ Vent Coffee Roasters!! You know how it goes.. bring a friend, bring an instrument!

Hackerman Foundation Best & Next Series: Spike Lee
7PM – 8:30PM
Enoch Pratt Free Library
400 Cathedral St, Baltimore
Spike Lee is a notable writer, director, producer, actor, and author who revolutionized both the landscape of independent cinema and the role of black talent in film. He will be in conversation with Sameer Rao, arts and entertainment reporter on The Baltimore Sun’s features desk. Tickets are free, registration required (limit 4 per person). Doors open at 5:45pm on December 3. Central Hall registration begins November 19 at 12:00 p.m. and France-Merrick Creative Arts Center and Wheeler Auditorium overflow registration begins November 20 at 12 p.m.
Free Registration Required

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
Dec 3 – Jan 5, Tue – Thur 7:30PM, Fri & Sat 8PM, Sat & Sun 2PM, Sun 7PM
Everyman Theatre
315 W Fayette St, Baltimore
Mystery, romance, and mayhem aboard the world’s most glamorous train! Board the exotic Orient Express as it takes off into the opulence and grandeur of the 1930s, with a train full of suspects and an alibi for each one. This dazzling new adaptation of Agatha Christie’s masterpiece from comedic master Ken Ludwig is filled with twists, turns, and larger-than-life characters. Wax your mustache and bring your family as detective Hercule Poirot solves the perfect murder mystery this holiday season.
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The Tuesday Jam: Baltimore!
8PM – 11PM
Tabor Ethiopian Restaurant
328 Park Ave, Baltimore
PRESENTING: The Tuesday Jazz Jam: Baltimore! Every Tuesday from 8pm to 11pm, come enjoy some great live music with the Joel Santiago Quartet! Then the session will be opening up at 9pm for our local musicians, singers, poets, and all who want to come be a part of this new platform for great Music and vibes. $10 door fee. MUSICIANS FREE!!! Food and drink specials available. Cheers!

Extra Credit: An Improv JAM!
9PM – 10PM
The BIG Theater
1727 North Charles Street, Baltimore
BIG presents a free Tuesday night Improv Jam! The jam is geared towards improv students of any level getting some extra (credit) stage time! No need to sign up in advance, just swing by The BIG Theater. We’ll welcome you, right after the Harolds!

Wednesday, December 4

Christmas Village in Baltimore
Nov 23 – Dec 24: W, TH, Sun 11AM – 7PM, Fri & Sat 11AM – 8PM
West Shore Park – Inner Harbor
401 Light Street, Baltimore
GERMAN AMERICAN WEEKEND (Dec 7–8) On this weekend we will celebrate the German American heritage all together! Make sure to stop by to gaze at traditional German dances and enjoy original German Christmas food! Don’t forget to sign up for our German Games on Sunday, December 8th to challenge yourself in German competitions like Beer Mug Lifting or a Bratwurst Eating Contest.
MASCOT WEEKEND (Dec 14–15) Join our Mascot Parade along the Promenade of the Inner Harbor and cheer for your favorite fluffy friend at the Mascot Dance-Off in our heated tent on Saturday, December 14th!
FIRST RESPONDER WEEKEND (Dec 21–22) On this Saturday and Sunday it’s time to thank our military, police force, and fire department members for their service!
WEEKDAYS (Nov 28-24) On Wednesday you should stop by and wind yourself down from the busy holiday shopping. Grab your friends and enjoy one of our famous WINE TASTINGS in cooperation with Boody Wineyards at our market. When you’re more into beer, swing by on Fridays to taste some authentic German beer at one of our BEER TASTINGS in cooperation with Hofbräu München! The beloved HoHo Happy Hour will return and will take place on Thursdays!

Wine’d Down Wednesdays
4PM – 12AM
Back Yard Baltimore
131 S. Schroeder St., Baltimore
Come every Wednesday for ‘Wine’d Down Wednesdays’ – 1/2 off Wines by the Bottle.

Wednesday Open Studio at Local Color Flowers!
4:30PM – 8PM
Local Color Flowers
3100 Brentwood Avenue, Baltimore
Drumroll please! By popular demand…Open Studio will now be offered EVERY Wednesday night starting May 2nd from 4:30-8PM!!! What!? For those of you who have not yet been to Open Studio, the model is simple. Come by during the open hours. Choose from loads of amazing locally grown flowers, make something in your own vase or choose one of ours. Pay for what you make. No need to RSVP, just come on by! Bring friends (adults only please), canned Rose and snacks. Enjoy a night relaxing and getting creative with flowers. Make it your weekly routine!

Adventures in the Meadhall
5PM – 10PM
Charm City Meadworks
400 East Biddle St., Baltimore
All games are open to any and all to try! No one is turned away for skill level. Come try out new games and find a new passion. Game is for all ages and all levels of gaming play. We’ll have Nintendo Classic set up for player versus player video gaming as well as a variety of all play level board games and card games. Game Night is being reinvented! Bring a friend and bring a game. Come relax on a Wednesday night with a great community of people. Our taproom has 10-20 fresh meads on-tap daily with Cheerwine, Wild Kombucha and Root Beer as non-alcoholic options. We serve snacks and pizza, but please BYO-food. Game nights are all-ages, and do not require reservations to attend.

3rd Annual Light Up the Square Event
5PM – 7PM
Belvedere Square
540 E Belvedere Ave, Baltimore
ChoiceOne Urgent Care presents Belvedere Square’s Third Annual “Light up the Square” holiday event on Wednesday, December 4th offers a fun-filled holiday celebration guaranteed to get anyone in the spirit. Enjoy delicious holiday food and drink specials while you shop for loved ones throughout the Square. Santa will be ready to say hello to the little ones and anxious to hear their wishes for the holidays! Parents are welcome to take pictures at Santa’s seating area. Event takes place from 5pm – 7pm. The event is open to the public and all activities are free.

Mini Kokedama Building Workshop
6:30PM – 8PM
B.Willow (Remington)
220 West 27th Street, Baltimore
Kokedamas, aka “moss balls” are a Japanese style of planting, using moss and specialized soil wrapped around the roots of a plant. These can be hung or set on a dish, creating a beautiful & natural looking way to grow your plants! Join us for this special edition of our Kokedama Workshop and build 2 mini kokedama. Perfect for gifting or decorating for the holiday season. Each participant will choose their own 2″ tropical plant, and learn how to create a kokedama to hang or sit on a surface. $40 ticket includes all supplies. Attendees will also receive 15% off plants in the shop. For beverages during the workshop, feel free to BYOB!
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Irish Christmas in America
7:30PM – 9:30PM
Creative Alliance
3134 Eastern Ave, Baltimore
Celebrating its 15th year, the hugely popular holiday show “Irish Christmas in America” brings a fascinating performance of music, song, dance and stories of seasonal Irish traditions. Produced by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, the long running show features top Irish music, song and dance in an engaging performance rich in humor and boundless energy. The family-friendly performance features lively instrumental tunes on fiddle, flute, uilleann pipes and harp, along with thrilling Irish old-style dancing from Samantha Harvey. In addition, evocative photographic images provide a backdrop to some of the rich historical traditions of Ireland. Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas, as the finest traditional artists from Ireland, bring you on a fun-filled start to the holiday season of 2019.
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BINGO
7:30PM – 9PM
Park Bench Pub
1749 Belt Street, Baltimore
Join us for BINGO every Wednesday, starting at 7:30. $6 Flatbread all night. Lots of fun and great prizes!

A Holiday Euphoria
8PM – 12AM
The Charles Baltimore
1110 South Charles Street, Baltimore
Brightside Boutique x The Charles’s annual holiday party is here once again. This year’s party is back and better than ever: A Holiday Euphoria, featuring DJ Neil Paul. The first 50 attendants to arrive will receive complimentary gift bags with exclusive Brightside gifts. Ticket includes entry, complimentary champagne at the door, a photo booth, passed appetizers, desserts by Quicha and an exclusive candy bar, and a tequila tasting! Coat check available for $5 cash only. $20
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Charm City Trivia
8PM – 10PM
The Pig & Rooster Smokehouse
3242 Foster Ave, Baltimore
Join us for Charm City Trivia every Wednesday. Come show off your knowledge for chances to win shots, and the first and second places teams win gift cards.

Art of Comedy Open Mic
9PM – 11PM
Motor House
120 W North Ave, Baltimore
Baltimore’s hottest open mic night is every Wednesday from 8 to 11 p.m. at Motor House. Sign up to try out 5 minutes of your material in the most welcoming room in the city. Produced by Ivan Martin, with host Garrett Harvest and music by DJ Dragon. 18+ For Explicit Content, Strong Language. Part of the Motor House Creative Crossroads Producer Residency, Producer: Ivan Martin.

Thursday, December 5

MICA Art Market 2019
Dec 5 – 8, Thr & Fri 11AM – 7PM, Sat & Sun 10AM – 6PM
Maryland Institute College of Art
1300 W Mount Royal Avenue, Baltimore
Art Market is a four-floor holiday market that provides over 275 of MICA’s best students, alumni, faculty, and staff the opportunity to sell their artwork, craft and artisan-made pieces in a four-day public event on MICA’s campus. 15% of all sales funds MICA scholarships for returning undergraduate students. Original gifts include jewelry, illustrations, paintings, prints, posters, sculptures, mosaics, stationery, T-shirts, ceramics, book arts, toys and wrapping paper. Visitors can talk one-on-one with artists and designers about their work while enjoying the market’s lively atmosphere and supporting the local economy. Cash & credit cards accepted!

48th Annual Monument Lighting
5PM – 8PM
W Mt Vernon Pl, Baltimore
The 48th annual Downtown Partnership Monument Lighting will take place Thursday, December 5, from 5-8pm in Mount Vernon Place. The West Park will be transformed into a holiday village with food and community vendors; the North Park will be merry with food trucks, bars, face painting, photos with Santa, and more.

Deck the Howls and Meowls
5:30PM – 7:30PM
Maryland SPCA
3300 Falls Rd, Baltimore
The Maryland SPCA is hosting our 2nd Annual Deck the Howls and Meowls holiday reading hour. Children ages 6-13 are invited to share the holiday spirit with adoptable pets! Children will: Read holiday stories to shelter pets, Craft a cat toy, Decorate dog treats, Make an animal theme craft, Participate in a special story time with Santa while enjoying cookies and punch. Children are encouraged to get cozy and wear their pajamas to the event! The reading hour is $10 per child and registration is required (max 30 children).
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Jazz Series
6PM – 9PM
Sagamore Pendry Baltimore
1715 Thames Street, Baltimore
Smooth Jazz, an intimate modern space, and carefully crafted seasonal cocktails. Take a seat in the lounge every Thursday from 6-9pm to experience what the jazz scene of Baltimore has to offer. Afterwards, head to the open air courtyard and be greeted with specialty hot cocktails from the courtyard bar.

Single Malt Scotch
6PM – 8PM
BIN 604 Wine Sellers
604 S Exeter St, Baltimore
Join us for a night of high-octane fun as we traipse and taste through the crown jewel of malt whiskey. We will be showcasing a range of rare single malts from all over Scotland. Tickets are $35 with a $20 credit toward featured spirits.
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Mondo Baltimore – Creatures from the Abyss (1994)
7PM – 10PM
Mondo Baltimore
2549 North Howard Street, Baltimore
With your hosts, Frau Ankenstein & Dad Ghost. FREE with karaoke after the flicks (upstairs) Bring some loot to pick up a cool shirt from Pizza Party Printing or a sweet Treat by Vic!
7PM – IT CAME FROM THE DEPTHS – A clip show dedicated to our aquatic friends & monsters.
8PM – CREATURES FROM THE ABYSS (AKA PLANKTON) – (1994, Al Passeri) Five teenagers embark on a boating trip off the coast of Florida. The teens get hopelessly lost at sea after they get caught in a fierce storm. Fortunately, the quintet stumble across an abandoned yacht in the middle of the ocean with a mysterious biology lab on board it. Unfortunately, there are also ferocious mutated prehistoric fish running amok on the yacht.

Clitorati Presents: Lip Service
8PM – 10PM
The Lou Costello Room
1023 W 36th St, Baltimore
The Clitorati is back with another amazing lineup of hilarious comedians! Doors are at 8pm, show starts at 8:30. Just $5 at the door! Featuring Hedi Sandberg, Megan Graves, Ambdotcom, Davine Ker, Bria Beddoe, and host Abby Mello. Accepting donations of feminine hygeine products for the Women’s Advocacy Coalition Baltimore.

Friday, December 6

Outdoor Rooftop Skating Rink
Nov 29 – Jan 5, Fri – Sun 2PM – 7PM
Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore
200 International Dr, Baltimore
Come November 29, 2019, our fifth floor Harbor Terrace will transform into a 1,800 square foot synthetic ice skating rink boasting expansive views of both the historic Inner Harbor and city skyline. The rink will be filled with holiday sights and sounds featuring hundreds of twinkling lights, festive holiday decor and lively music. Guests can also warm up with holiday favorites, including hot chocolate topped with house made flavored marshmallows and hot toddies. Forgot your skates? We’ve got those covered with complimentary skate rentals available. A portion of proceeds from each ticket will benefit the Ronald McDonald House’s local Baltimore Community Chapter, who’s mission is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families.

Wine Tasting Fridays
5PM – 8PM
Spirits of Mt Vernon
900 N CHARLES STREET, Baltimore
Check out our weekly FREE wine tasting and live music every Friday night, starting at 5pm!

Highlandtown Annual Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting
5PM – 9PM
3601 Eastern Ave, Baltimore
Tree lighting, music, model train garden, photos with Santa & merriment from 5-7pm at Conkling & Eastern. Stroll galleries, shops and restaurants during the First Friday Holiday Art Walk from 5-9pm featuring live music, art demos, drink specials, tasty eats and more!

Holiday Tree Lighting
6PM – 9PM
Sagamore Spirit
301 E Cromwell St
Join us at the Sagamore Spirit Distillery for our Second Annual Holiday Tree Lighting! Enjoy festive live music, complimentary hot cider, family-friendly activities all evening. We will light the tree at 7PM sharp with holiday fun continuing until 9PM! Food and beverages available for purchase from Rye Street Tavern and other vendors. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. This free family-friendly event does not require tickets. We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you!
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R House’s 3rd Birthday Bash!
6PM – 12AM
R. House
301 W 29th St, Baltimore
It’s that time of the year. R. House turns 3 years old! Join us for our special $3 drink menu with activities for all. Face painting, karaoke, scavenger hunt, balloon animals, and a special birthday bar. Family friendly from 6-9, 9-close for the big kids. Free admission for all the birthday fun! Register in advance to qualify to receive one of our giveaway prizes for the night. Our Birthday Bar features the following menu: $3 cocktails (Evan Williams, Rocktown and Concierge), $3 select beer and shot, Select beers and wines, $1 Birthday Jello shots with edible glitter, Receive $3 off at r. bar when you order 3 cocktails at full price.
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm – Balloon Animals for the kiddos
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Face painting for the kiddos and adults
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm – Scavenger Hunt with prizes for everyone
9:00 pm to 12:00 am – Karaoke for the adults

Station North Art Crawl
6PM – 9PM
Station North
120 W North Avenue, Suite 307, Baltimore
Join us for Station North’s Art Walk on December 6th! We will have 14 different galleries and businesses around the district with open galleries, happy hours, special speaking events, demonstrations, and more. Discover (or rediscover!) the charm of the Station North Arts District!

Heritage Smokehouse Feast!
6:30PM – 9PM
UNION Craft Brewing
1700 West 41st Street, Baltimore
Heritage Smokehouse will present a feast of epic proportions! Tables will be filled with an array of smoked meat, vibrant vegetables, warm sides & sauces. The feast will be paired with a selection of Union Craft Brewing’s hand picked beers. For the past decade George has focused his time studying and developing his skill in the craft of whole animal butchery. His extensive repertoire includes artisan sausage making, fermentation, curing, aging, & preservation. Over the years he has developed an incurable passion for slowly smoking meats using a variety of local hard woods like hickory, white oak, apple, & cherry. George sources his meat from small local farms that specialize in pasture raised heritage breeds. Chef Adams expert understanding of locally grown produce during each moment in the growing season gives him the ability to prepare beautiful vegetables and fruits into perfectly balanced dishes. Together, George and Adam will utilize their experience and skill to create a series of feasts that will showcase their years of hard work and dedication to their craft. We invite you to join us at our table and share an unforgettable feast with friends and family.
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IMAX Throwback: Home Alone
7PM – 10PM
Maryland Science Center
601 Light St, Baltimore
Grab a drink and get ready to defend your home. Join the Maryland Science Center for a holiday happy hour before catching the Christmas classic, Home Alone. Throw on your ugly Christmas sweater, sip on some of our themed drinks, and take on our festive challenges. Set up some Kevin-style booby traps and see if you’ve got what it takes to thwart the Sticky Bandits. Learn from Marv’s mistakes and take a ride on our Bed of Nails instead of stepping on one! Knock over the garden statue, maybe sing a little polka music, and more. See you there ya filthy animal! Activities and the cocktail hour take place from 7:00pm to 8:15pm and showtime starts at 8:30pm. Admission includes experiments, activities, and admission to the movie. There will be a cash bar with drinks available for purchase. This event is for audiences 18+
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Krampus A Haunted Christmas at Bennett’s Curse Haunted House
7PM – 9:30PM
Bennett’s Curse Haunted House Maryland
7875 Eastpoint Mall ( Entrance #6), Baltimore
A must see event! Two nights in December, the legend comes to America! In German-speaking Alpine folklore, Krampus is a horned, anthropomorphic figure. According to traditional narratives around the figure, Krampus punishes children during the Christmas season who had misbehaved, in contrast with Saint Nicholas, who rewards well-behaved ones with gifts. He comes with chains and bells and lashes about along with a bundle of birch sticks meant to swat naughty children. He then hauls the bad kids down to the UNDERWORLD! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, our Krampus wants to see you and hear your Christmas wishes. But be warned, the naughty may not make it out! All of the Legendary Bennett’s Curse haunted houses will be in full operation, but guests can expect some Christmas surprises throughout the shows.
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Friday Night Stand Up
7:30PM & 9PM
The Lou Costello Room
1023 W 36th St, Baltimore
Friday Night Stand Up every Friday night in The Lou Room! 4 great comedians for just $5. 2 shows – 7:30 and 9pm. Hosted by Michael Furr Comedy. Followed by our ever popular Friday Night Late Night at 10:30 hosted by Ian Salyers.
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She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith at FPCT
Nov 22 – Dec 15, Fri & Sat 8PM, Sun 2PM
Fells Point Corner Theatre
251 S Ann St, Baltimore
The action of She Stoops to Conquer (1773) is largely confined to a night and a day in Squire Hardcastle’s somewhat dilapidated country house. Young Marlow, on his way to meet the bride his father has chosen for him, arrives at the house and mistakes it for an inn. The prospect of meeting the genteel Miss Hardcastle terrifies the diffident youngster; but the serving-girl Kate — in fact, Miss Hardcastle, who chooses not to clarify the misunderstanding — immediately catches his fancy. After a series of trifling confusions and inevitable eavesdropping, all is resolved. A comedy that has been an audience favorite for over 230 years.
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BARE
Dec 6 – 15, Fri & Sat 8PM, Sun 5:30PM
Iron Crow Theatre
45 W Preston St, Baltimore
Bare, the worldwide coming-of-age rock musical phenomenon and one the most significant pieces of contemporary queer musical theatre, follows a group of high school renegades at a Catholic co-ed boarding school as they wrestle with their sexuality, their religion, and ultimately their identity. With deep honesty, alarming cultural relevance and a gritty, alt-rock-pop score reminiscent of RENT and Spring Awakening, Bare delivers one of the most powerful and gripping theatrical experiences of this generation — an introspection into the fragility of our “bare” humanity.
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Little Women at the Strand!
Dec 6 – Dec 22, Fri & Sat 8PM, Sun 2PM
Strand Theater Company
5426 Harford Rd. Baltimore
A new and dynamic stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story. The Civil War is in full swing, and the March sisters — Meg, the oldest, a romantic, the spirited and tomboyish Jo, sweet and loving Beth, and irascible, playful Amy — live in Concord, Massachusetts with their Mother while their father is on the battlefield. Filled with adventure (both real and imagined), heartbreak, and a deep sense of hope, the struggle of these little women to find their own voices mirrors the growing pains of a young America.
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A Christmas Carol
Dec 6 – 24, TR 7:30PM, Fri – Sun 8PM, Sat & Sun 2PM
Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
7 South Calvert Street, Baltimore
A delight for all ages! Ebenezer Scrooge lives in Victorian Baltimore in our one-of-a-kind adaptation of the classic ghost story. A Christmas Carol (with a Baltimore twist) celebrates local history and Chesapeake culture while staying true to the traditional story. Tell a Teacher: Several school matinee performances are scheduled. These include a talkback with the actors following the play. See the school matinee schedule here and contact Director of Education Ron Heneghan by email or call 410.244.8571, Ext. 113.
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Ghost Hunt at Lord Baltimore
8PM – 11PM
Poe’s Magic
20 W. Baltimore St, Baltimore
Bring your own equipment! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Lord Baltimore Hotel is a 22-story French Renaissance hotel which stands 289 feet tall. It is the largest hotel in Maryland, located downtown, it’s an ideal place for business travelers, as well as people who are seeking respite from the many demands of life…and death! The Lord Baltimore hotel is rife with reports of ghosts. There is the ghost of the young girl who is continuously seen on the hotel’s 19th floor and even in the ballroom. She is often seen in her long, cream dress and black shoes playing with her red bouncing ball. Employees have seen the ghost of the little girl, as well as the ghosts of two adults. Sometimes, the little girl can be seen screaming, crying and rocking herself back and forth. There is talk of a young girl’s suicide on the 19th floor. It is said that the hotel’s elevators make constant trips to the 19th floor at night even when no one is ringing the bell. People have reported being touched by unseen hands in the elevator, as well as the lobby. Guests who are sensitive to the paranormal have reported waking up with nightmares. They have also complained about an unseen presence lingering in their rooms whilst they sleep. We will be investigating different areas each and every investigation. Every time you come, the ghost hunt will be slightly different. Some locations are subject to availability.
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B L O W O U T Baltimore
9PM – 2AM
Grand Central Nightclub Baltimore
1001 North Charles Street, Baltimore
Dance, drag, and all-out fun! Grand Central is excited to be hosting BLOWOUT every Friday night! Provocative and jaw-dropping performances from drag artists! Electrifying music by top local DJs! An all-inclusive environment where self-expression is celebrated and troubles are danced away! Hosted by diva extraordinaire Bombalicious Eklaver!

Saturday, December 7

Saturdays at LoCoFlo
8AM – 12PM
Local Color Flowers
3100 Brentwood Avenue, Baltimore
We have pre-made bouquets, you can make your own bouquets, or we will make one for you. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates. We feature something special every week like seasonal flowers, themes, swag and more! We are only open for four hours, so the fun is highly concentrated. Make it your Saturday routine!

1st Annual Holiday Bazaar
9AM – 3PM
BPD Craft Fairs
The War Memorial
101 N Gay St, Baltimore
Baltimore Police Department’s 1st Annual Holiday Bazaar! Come shop great local artists and handmade items for special anf unique gifts for loved ones. Plus your favorite direct sales companies, food, and delicious treats! Benefiting Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET).

Olde Tyme Christmas
9AM – 6PM
Broadway Square
Fells Point, Baltimore
Join us for a traditional Christmas celebration and kick-off your Holiday season with a day full of festive fun!
9:00 a.m. Broadway Pier, Catch St. Nick’s arrival in Fell’s Point via tugboat
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Grab Breakfast with St. Nick – The Abbey Burger Bistro Fells Point, Alexander’s Tavern, The Point, Slainte,
11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pictures with St. Nick for children – $25 Sagamore Pendry
11:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Eggnog Contest – taste and vote from over 15 batches! – $8 in
12:00 p.m – 5 p.m. Festive Family Fun Zone featuring our kids pass – $15 for purchase in advance or onsite – includes a DIY ornament and face painting, plus a $10 gift voucher your child can use to buy a gift
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. “Carole-oke” contest – sign up to sing onsite at the FPMS Tent
5:00 p.m. Caroling from “The Ding Dongs”
5:30 p.m. Lighting of the Tree, Broadway Square
6:00 p.m. Parade of Lighted Boats, Ann Street Wharf/Broadway Pier
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Holiday Heap 2019
9AM – 5PM
Space 2640
2640 Saint Paul St, Baltimore
Recently voted Baltimore Sun’s Reader’s Choice Best Craft Show in Baltimore! Come Join 50+ amazing artists/makers for the 13th annual HOLIDAY HEAP Craft Fair presented by the Charm City Craft Mafia! Shop handmade and local for all your holiday needs on Saturday, December 7th from 10am-5pm. Free and family-friendly!

Cross Street Holiday Market
11AM – 5PM
Cross Street Market
1065 S Charles Street, Baltimore
An annual showcase of local makers kicks off the giving season in Federal Hill! Our Holiday Market provides a one-stop shop for unique locally-made gifts, featuring 40 Baltimore-area makers.

Drag me to Brunch at El Bufalo
11AM – 3PM
El Bufalo Tequila Bar & Kitchen
2921 O’Donnell Street, Baltimore
Want to take a step out of the norm? Want to get together with your best Judys? Want to celebrate a life event with fabulous creatures dripping in personality and talent? Then come on out to Drag Brunch at El Bufalo! Every first and third Saturday you get the chance to eat delicious food, get your drink on and see some of the variety of Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent that Baltimore and Beyond has to offer. $20 gets you a ticket to the show along with bottomless cocktails where you can mix and match your mimosas, bloody mary’s and tequila sunrises!
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Binology 101: The Basics of Wine Tasting
2PM – 3:30PM
BIN 604 Wine Sellers
604 S Exeter St, Baltimore
Bin 604 Wine Sellers hosts a series of in-depth tasting classes for the burgeoning wine enthusiast. Join our wine experts for an entertaining 90-minute class jam-packed with valuable information, in a small, group format setting. In our Basics of Wine Tasting class, we explore the typical characteristics of popular grape varietals. Learn the basic terminology and techniques of wine tasting and how to recognize the subtle and subjective flavors of wine. Tickets are $29
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Fells Point Historic and Culinary Tour
3PM – 6:30PM
Bite Of Baltimore
Fells Point, Baltimore
Come discover Fells Point! You may have been here before, but do you know the colonial history of this small neighborhood? Do you know the courageous history of Baltimore in the Battle of 1812? Do you know how we shaped the future of America? There’s a lot about Baltimore you need to know – and that’s just the history! Do you know where there’s fresh charcuterie served with crab cakes and Korean-Polish cuisine? Now chase that down with a world class cocktail, and some seriously dangerous dessert. Sounds pretty great, right? We have an amazing menu curated for our standard tour!
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Handel Messiah
Dec 7 & 8, 3PM
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
1212 Cathedral St, Baltimore
Edward Polochick leads the BSO Symphonic Chorale in this holiday favorite, Handel’s Messiah, featuring the iconic “Hallelujah” Chorus.
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The 26th Night of 100 ELVISes
4PM – 1AM
Lord Baltimore Hotel
20 W Baltimore St, Baltimore
The Lord Baltimore’s grand & spectacular Calvert Ballroom will host at least 12 bands & 12 Elvis tribute artists. All entertainers will perform all Elvis music all night. The Jungle Room & the Viva Las Vegas Lounge will offer more non-stop Elvis entertainment. In the Ballroom, no song will be duplicated.
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BROS Second Annual Membership Party: Brotopia Open Mic
6PM – 11:30PM
Peabody Heights Brewery, LLC
401 E 30th St, Baltimore
As a way to thank our Supporting Members, BROS is throwing our Second Annual Membership Party, the Brotopia Open Mic hosted by Vera from our space-rock opera, The Terrible Secret of Lunastus! All active BROS Supporting Members can present their golden membership card at the door to receive FREE admission to the party, one FREE drink, and automatic entry in a raffle for a chance to win tantalizing prizes. Attendees will enjoy a variety of performances from BROS members and fans. Stay tuned to this page for announcements of participants and what will certainly be an amazing collection of talent! Would you like to participate in the Open Mic? Show off your new original song, puppet show, spoken word, comedy routine, or dance moves! Anybody can sign up for the open mic, but there are limited spots available. We are looking for unique acts that fit within a 7-minute time limit, can be set up and break down quickly, and are self-contained. Click Here to sign up for a time slot. $10 General Admission at the door!

The Dinner Detective Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6PM – 9PM
Radisson Hotel Baltimore Downtown-Inner Harbor
101 West Fayette Street, Baltimore
America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show is now playing in Baltimore, Maryland! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional murder mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults. Tickets Include: 4-Course Dinner, Murder Mystery Entertainment, Prize Package for Top Sleuth, and Cash Bar Available.
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Holly Jolly Trolley 2019 – See the holiday lights of Baltimore!
Dec 7 – Jan 1, Wed – Sun 6PM & 8:30PM
Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
550 Light St, Baltimore
See festive light displays and learn a little Baltimore history, all aboard a decorated old-fashioned trolley! The two-hour tour, provided by ZBest Worldwide will begin at Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore with expert tour guides provided by Baltimore Rent A Tour in downtown Baltimore and take guests through area neighborhoods. Pick-up and drop-off for the Holly Jolly Trolley tour will be in front of Royal Sonesta Harbor Court’s Formula Espresso Café where wine packages, hot cocoa, coffee and holiday treats will be available for purchase before and after loading.Light displays subject to change and weather dependent. Should the trolley be unavailable for any reason, a shuttle bus will be provided for the tour.
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Holiday Spirits on the Rocks: A Drinks Party
7PM – 10PM
The Walters Art Museum
Kick off the holiday season with a spirited cocktail tasting party. Bartenders from the Baltimore Bartender’s Guild will mix creative cocktails inspired by traditional holiday drinks. Attendees can also view the exhibition Designing the New: Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Glasgow Style. Proceeds benefit the Walters’ exhibitions and education programs. Hosted by the Women’s Committee of the Walters Art Museum and presented in partnership with the Baltimore Bartenders’ Guild. This event is $75 for members and for nonmembers.
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2019 Short Film Slam: Round V Championships presented by The Mad
7PM – 10PM
Motor House
120 W North Ave, Baltimore
Come watch an international selection of one dozen short films and choose which film will be awarded the Championship title at this tournament style showcase presented by The Madlab Post. Attendees get to cast a vote for their favorite films among an eclectic mix of genres from several countries including mixed martial artist Domenic Porcari’s Harry Potter inspired fantasy drama The Magic Words, alongside Steve Anderson’s quirky romantic comedy The Secret Lives of Teachers and award-nominated director Makeba Ross’ domestic drama Countervail. The 2019 Short Film Slam: Round V Championships lineup also features documentaries exploring multifaceted aspects of the human experience such as an auto mechanic’s strange and unexpected ride to fatherhood; Asian identity as it relates to the intersections of Korean, Cambodian, Chinese and American cultures, and an actress coping with cancer through humor and optimism.

The Wiz
Dec 7 – Jan 12, TR – Sat 7:30PM, Sat 2PM, Sun 3PM
ArtsCentric
2600 N Howard Street, Baltimore
The Super Soul Musical “Wonderful Wizard of Oz” is a joyous modern retelling of L. Frank Baum’s classic children’s story reflecting contemporary African-American culture. After Dorothy gets swept up in a tornado, she finds herself in the fantastical world of Oz. There, she makes new friends, battles evil witches, and seeks the aid of the all-powerful and mysterious Wiz. Ultimately, Dorothy finds that, if you believe with all your heart, you can always find your way home. With an infectious soul score by Charles Smalls and book by William F. Brown, dynamic numbers, and endearing cast of characters, The Wiz is a joyous explosion of music, dance, magic, and heart to delight audience members of all ages.
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Baltimore Square Dance at Mobtown Ballroom
8PM – 11:30PM
Mobtown Ballroom
861 Washington Blvd, Baltimore
The wildly popular Baltimore Square Dance returns to Mobtown Ballroom in Pigtown for a hilariously fun evening of square dancing, live music and infectious silliness. All are welcome – no experience or partner is needed. The bar at the ballroom will be open! Spread the word and tell your friends. Live Old-Time Music from Spence & Lewis Stringband: Henry Barnes (fiddle), Micah Spence (banjo), Hannah Lewis (guitar) and Sean Fen (bass) and Dance Calling from Liam Kelly. All dances will be taught. Beginners are welcome! Cost: $12/$7 student

MofS Farewell Dance!
8PM – 1AM
Ministry of Swing
905 W 36th St, Baltimore
MofS is moving on from The Ideal on The Avenue, and to celebrate this new transition for the Baltimore westie crew, we’re throwing one last wam-bam of a shin-dig at this amazing space before we relocate! Yes there will be workshops and amazing music (duh, James Kong will be spinning), but the thing that will make it truly special is having YOU there. We want to pack the floor with the best energy and see all of our friends sharing this dance space one last time. DJ James Kong will be playing his ever-amazing tunes for us all night long! I’m so excited to have him back! $10 cover gets you everything, INCLUDING the 90 minute workshop!
7:30-9:00PM Adv/Int lesson with Abby & Jody will be an open communications/exploration of space and time focused workshop that will incorporate a bit of lead/follow switching.
8-9:00PM Beg lesson. No experience or partner needed, just a desire to learn

Sunday, December 8

Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar
7AM – 12PM, April 7 – Dec 22
Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar
Beneath the Jones Falls Expy at Holliday & Saratoga Streets, Baltimore
The 42nd Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar offers a can’t-miss food experience! The market produced by the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA) begins Sundays April 7 through December 22, 2019 from 7am to noon, located on Saratoga Street between Holliday and Gay streets, underneath the Jones Falls Expressway. As one of Maryland’s largest producers-only market, the Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar offers an assortment of fruits and vegetables, dairy, meats and seafood, breads, plants and delicious made-to-order items, in addition to handmade clothing & accessories, natural bath & body products, home furnishings, souvenirs and original works of art.

Winter WonderYesAnd
10AM – 9PM
The BIG Theater
1727 North Charles Street, Baltimore
Winter WonderYesAnd is a winter-themed, expanded-universe, improv-marathon that will feature over 12 hours of uninterrupted, sidesplitting improv comedy! All existing in the same universe, just like the MCU. Characters, locations, world events and, of course, bits will all repeat throughout the day culminating in the main event at 8 PM: The BIGgest Scene Ever. All funds raised will go to keep BIG’s nightly shows 100% free for the upcoming year and to make strategic improvements to the The BIG Theater where our performances are housed. This year’s fundraising goal is $20,000. Matching gifts in the amount of $10,000 have already been pledged by generous donors on BIG’s Board and in our extended community. So, every dollar you give will count twice! Performances begin at 10 AM, but the main event is The BIGgest Scene Ever at 8 PM, when BIG’s most massive improv team, The Hive, takes to the stage to try to beat the unofficial, unconfirmed world record for the most people in one improv scene. The current record is rumored to be 73 participants. We aim to top that by ONE and seize the lead with 74 improvisers on stage for the finale of our Winter WonderYesAnd event. BIG’s Annual Holiday Party will add to the fun 7-9 PM.
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Merry Mart 2019
11AM – 5PM
Creative Alliance
3134 Eastern Ave, Baltimore
Shop a diverse mix of handmade items by artisans from Baltimore and beyond this Holiday Season! Merry Mart is an annual juried holiday craft market that showcases high-quality handmade arts and crafts including; clothing, handbags, accessories, ceramics, soaps, kids’ toys, mixed media, jewelry and great art! Click Here for a full list of vendors.

Twas the Night Before Christmas
Dec 8, 11AM & 1PM
Baltimore Center Stage
700 North Calvert Street, Baltimore
It’s Christmas Eve and Clement Moore is struggling to write the perfect Christmas poem – that is, until inspiration comes in the form of a certain jolly visitor who arrives via reindeer. This heartwarming and hilarious musical is a delight for audiences of all ages and is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Book, music and lyrics by Bruce Craig Miller. Toured by Virginia Repertory Theatre.
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34th Annual Union Square Cookie Tour
12PM – 4PM
Union Square Association – Baltimore
1401 Hollins St, Baltimore
The famous Union Square Christmas Cookie Tour began in 1985. It started out as a fall house tour, where residents greeted scores of visitors from all over the Washington-Baltimore region. As competition among house tours grew, the association moved its tour closer to Christmastime and now consistently welcomes nearly 500 guests to the neighborhood every year (with the added bonus of home-made cookies!). Pick up your tickets beginning at 11:30am. Online ticket sales end December 6, at 11:30pm. Tickets will be available at the door for $25.
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Free Second Sunday Admission
12PM – 5PM
Maryland Historical Society
201 W Monument St, Baltimore
Enjoy free museum admission every second Sunday of the month. In addition to our many rotating and permanent exhibitions about Maryland history and culture, we have free parking and a museum store.

Holiday Pagoda Lighting
4:30PM – 6:30PM
Friends of Patterson Park
27 S Patterson Park Ave, Baltimore
Join us for the 5th Annual Patterson Park Pagoda Lighting…Live music, food trucks, local gift vendors, Santa & holiday characters, toy drive, and more…FREE!

Sunday Supper
5PM – 8PM
Magdalena
205 E Biddle St, Baltimore
Join us on Sunday evenings at Magdalena to experience time honored British traditions re-imagined into modern culinary delights.Inspired by the custom of a Sunday Roast, Chef Mark Levy’s Sunday Supper offers a three course menu featuring British influenced fare, in addition to select options from Magdalena’s seasonal menu.

Charm City Trivia at Cross Street Market
6:30PM – 8:30PM
Cross Street Market
1065 S Charles Street, Baltimore
Charm City Trivia is Maryland’s best live trivia gameshow! Enjoy weekly trivia fun for all ages and skill levels — bring your friends or make some new ones, every Sunday at the Market. Maybe you’ll win some delicious prizes.

Enjoy!

– Lindsey

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