Weekend Happenings in the DMV 12/14-12/16

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the great events going on in Washington, D.C, Virginia and Maryland!

Washington, DC Events

Washington Revels present the Christmas Revels

George Washington University – Lisner Auditorium

730 21st St. NW

Time: 7:30pm Friday, 2pm and 7:30pm Saturday, 1pm and 5pm Sunday

Price:  $18-$45, $12-$27 age 18 and younger

The 30th annual celebration of the Winter Solstice features sing-alongs, a madcap “Twelve Days of Christmas,” new music of the season, lively country and Morris dancing the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance, a Mummer’s play and a special evocation of Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol.”

 A Christmas Carol

National Theatre

1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW

Time: 9:30am and 11am Saturday

Price: Free

Audience members are invited to help tell Dickens’s tale. Best for age 4 and older

Children’s Tea Party

Textile Museum  

2320 S St. NW

Time: 2pm and 3pm Saturday

Price: Free

A children’s tea isn’t complete without stories, dress up and, of course, tea and treats. The Textile Museum has given all of these essentials a Turkish twist in celebration of its exhibit “The Sultan’s Garden: The Blossoming of Ottoman Art.”

The Choral Arts Society of Washington: A Family Christmas

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

2700 F St. NW

Time: 1pm Sunday

Price: $45

A choral production for the holiday season. At the Concert Hall.

Holiday Encore “An Ideal Husband” at Dumbarton House

The Dumbarton House

2715 Q Street NW

Time: 2pm Sunday

Price: $12 in advance, $15 at the door

If you’re looking for a casual Sunday afternoon, stroll on over to Dumbarton House for The Picnic Theatre’s holiday encore performance of An Ideal Husband.

Virginia Events

Grump

Artisphere

1101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA

Time: 10am-4pm Saturday

Price: Free

An alt-market for the holiday’ed-out. Created by two Crafty Bastards veterans, this event features 40 indie crafters selling everything from weird plush toys to zombie-themed t-shirts, as well as a DJ and drinks.

Christmas Movie Festival

Arlington Cinema ‘N’ Drafthouse

2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA

Time: 11am-9pm Sunday

Price: $8

A one-shot night with some of the best holiday movies of all time. This annual event features screenings of “A Christmas Story,” “Elf,” “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and more; you pay one price and come and go as you please.

Maryland Events

The Gathering: Christmas food truck rally and Christmas tree lighting

McHenry Row
1514 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD

Time: 5pm-10pm Friday

Price: Free

Baltimore’s food truck rally returns to McHenry Row for a special Christmas event, featuring the lighting of the McHenry Row Christmas tree and photos with Santa Claus with pets and children. Donations of toys and clothing will be accepted for victims of Hurricane Sandy. Beer and wine will be sold — guests can purchase a $15 unlimited drinks wristband.

Bethesda Art Walk

Various locations in Downtown Bethesda, MD

Time: 6pm-9pm Friday

Price: Free

The second Friday of the month can only mean one thing: art lovers will descend upon Bethesda for the Art Walk taking place at seven galleries and studios. Enjoy free refreshments and a chance to discover original artwork by local, regional and national artists. If you need to rest your legs between galleries, the free Bethesda Circulator bus run continuously with stops within a few blocks from each art space.

 Lights on 34^th Street

34^th Street, Baltimore, MD

Time: Various

Price: Free

Tom Hammacher from Santa’s Helpers will be present from 6pm-9pm on Friday.  He will be accompanied by Santa and his sleigh.  Photo opportunities will be available.  Mennonite carolers will perform on Saturday from 7pm-8pm.

Hands on Holiday: Chanukah!

Jewish Museum of Maryland
15 Lloyd St., Baltimore, MD

Time: 10:30am Saturday

Price:  Free

Holiday songs, crafts, dancing and more. Learn about the holiday’s traditions, too

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis

The Music Center at Strathmore

5301 Tuckerman Lane North, Bethesda, MD

Time: 4pm and 8pm Saturday

Price: $22-$95

A holiday music and light show for families.

Sports at a Glance

Contact your concierge for pricing and availability

 Baltimore Ravens vs. Denver Broncos, Sunday at 1:00pm, M&T Bank Stadium

Washington Redskins at Cleveland Browns, Sunday at 1:00pm, FOX

Wizards vs. LA Lakers, Friday at 7:00pm, Verizon Center

Wizards at Miami Heat, Saturday at 7:30pm, CSN HD

Hot Upcoming Shows

Tickets Available Friday 10am

Contact your concierge for pricing and availability

 Fleetwood Mac Live 2013: Tues, Apr 9 at the Verizon Center

Imagine Dragons-Night Visions Tour: Fri, Feb 22 at The Fillmore Silver Spring

To Write Love On Her Arms – Heavy and Light: Fri, Feb 15 at The Fillmore Silver Spring

As I Lay Dying with The Chariot & more: Sat, Mar 16 at The Fillmore Silver Spring

Gift Exchange Ideas

Ah, the annual gift exchange. They can be so fun but it can be a challenge to shop for. Whether it’s for a coworker or family member, you always seem to pull the name of someone who you have no idea how to buy for. Luckily, I have found some great ideas over the years that I can’t wait to share with you!

The Homemade: Do you have a gift for baking? Great at crafting? Put these skills to use making something one-of-kind and homemade for them. If you are a great baker, giving someone a tin of warm homemade cookies, might be a great gift! People like receiving homemade goods, it shows that you care, you spent time and effort, and you know enough about them to make them something that they will like. It is a ton of work, but can be a great way to show off some skills. Are you a secret brew master? Give your friends a 6 pack of your own blend. Do you knit better than your grandma? Make some festive hats and gloves and scarves for your co-workers. The possibilities are endless, and if you have the time and the talent, then make use of them! If you are lacking on ideas, thank goodness for Pinterest! Here are some of our favorite, you may recognize them from our blog!

Spiced Coffee Blends

Hot Chocolate in a JarMake Your Own Sugar Scrub

The Quirky: These gifts are a personal favorite of mine, because how often do you actually use your gift exchange gift? Quirky gifts are something that you purchase intending not to really use all that much, or if you do, it is for a specialized reason. This is a great option for that one friend who is so hard to shop for, or especially in surprise exchanges, something a little funky can be a great conversation starter. I love the store Uncommon Goods. they have things in all price ranges, and their selection is vast and awesome. The Man Candle and Portable iPhone chargers are unique and fun!Candles for the man in your life. Scents include natural, nostalgic and savory scents like dirt, fresh cut grass, sawdust, campfire, pizza, and coffee. 100% renewable and made from a soy and vegetable wax blend. 

Take Charge – iPhone feeling a little drained? Give your go-to device a boost with this stylish portable battery that will revive a charge-less Apple device for up to 3 additional hours.

You can find household goods, stocking stuffers or even scratch off maps to show where you have been. Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters generally have great books that would be fun to give. Once you start looking around, you will start adding items to your own holiday lists. We love Old Dogs Are The Best Dogs from Anthro and The Cities Book from Urban Outfitters.

The Assortment: This one is a fun gift idea as well. Are you having a girl’s night exchange? Go to Bath and Body Works and stock up on the smaller size items! Put them in a make-up bag from Target add a few things of nail polish and viola, a great gift! You can do this with almost anything you can think of which makes it nice and customizable. I had a friend give me a scarf, and then some jewelry that matched that I still wear to this day! Pack some essentials for a night out, lip gloss, breath mints, and into a cute clutch for the social butterfly friend and you will have given her the gift she will be able to use always!

Wine & Spirits: This is one of the universally most desired gifts at exchanges. The great thing here is that you can do something creative to add-on, like personalized wine glasses with chalkboard paint covering the bottoms  that can be used at parties. That doesn’t take much time, but pairing it with some wine can make it the desire of your exchange. Or get a nice bottle of whiskey and some tumblers. There are also these great stone ice cubes from Uncommon Goods. These are fairly inexpensive and the recipient can use them again and again!

Skip the ice; Serve your drinks on the rocks.

If you aren’t sure how to choose the wine or spirit, refer back to our post by Red Red Wine Bar for awesome tips!

Make sure you know your audience and find gifts that are appropriate to the group. Be bold, try new ideas, and don’t worry about what people think, especially for silly exchanges! People love to laugh and get something silly that will be a memory for them instead of more stuff. Happy Holidays!

Holiday Fashion Trends for 2012

We all struggle with what to wear for the various holiday events, parties and of course, New Years Eve. We asked our friends at a local boutique to give us some ideas of what to wear this season! Here is what Babe. had to say…

The holidays are here and it’s time to look cute! Well… we believe that it’s always time to look cute, but the holidays just make it more fun.

It’s common to focus on dresses this time of year, but remember that denim is a great option too! Denim styles are coming in more deep pigments, which can give them a more dressy feel. Black denim is a really versatile investment, because it has the ease of denim, but they can be so pigmented that they look like dress pants. So, it’s pretty much a win-win. DL1961 makes a great onyx skinny jean called the Angel, which hits right at the ankle, so they can be work with any shoe and/or boot.

Pair it with a nice top from Ella Moss, whose line is filled with beautiful fabrics that are easy, comfortable, and versatile; and you’re ready for that office or friend’s party!

Add some holiday flair with a touch of sequins. Olive & Oak is a great line at a great price. We have several accent tops with sequins from Olive & Oak that retail under $66!

As for dresses…. Oooh we love dresses! We also love black tights with dresses: it creates a more retro-yet-contemporary look that allows you to not feel so ‘dressy’ (and also keeps you warm)! Here are several of our favorite dresses that work well with (or without) a nice pair of black tights.

Charlie Jade Silk Peplum, $152 and Charlie Jade Silk Blocked Dress, $162.

Ella Moss Roslyn Dress, $188 and Ella Moss Lace Cherie Dress, $238.

We hope that you have a fun, safe, and fashionable holiday season!

- Team Babe.

410.244.5114
info@babeaboutique.com
www.babeaboutique.com

Holiday Gift Guide from Red Red Wine Bar

The holidays are finally here! Since giving the gift of wine can provide so much joy and
yet, for some consumers, an equal amount of fear here are few “no brainers” to help
knock out that shopping list from our friends at Red Red Wine Bar in Annapolis.

We’ll start with sparkling wine. Not because it’s cliche. Not simply because it’s the
“celebration” go-to. Because sparkling wine pairs with practically anything!
From caviar to fried chicken. (Seriously, try it. Amazing!) Cost scares many off from the bubbles and, honestly, world-class Champagne isn’t getting cheaper anytime soon. However, not all sparkling wines come from Champagne, France. That’s where you can find labels that way over-deliver. Our recommendation: Non-Vintage Roederer Estate Brut Anderson Valley from Mendocino County, CA. ~ $20.

Roederer is the brand behind the king of all vinous bling, Cristal Champagne. This is
perhaps the best sparkling wine you’ll find for $20 bucks. (We’d argue Gruet from New
Mexico is very, very close second.) A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, this
has racing acidity that makes your mouth water and a nice Cristal-like bread character
along with bright citrus fruit. Consistently fantastic.

Here at the wine bar this has definitely been the year of Pinot Noir. Our flight of three
different labels from three different parts of the world has been a mainstay on the
wine llist since the day it was added. Instead of recommending a particular label let’s
talk about flavor profiles in the under $50 range. Pinot Noir is a finicky, difficult grape to grow and is extremely hard to produce. Our suggestion: Pick the flavor profile you like below and go with the bottle at the upper end of your gift budget for that person. For example: If you’re spending $50 to buy a bottle of Pinot Noir for someone, go for a bottle around $50. It’s not fool proof, but neither is making quality Pinot.

• Willamette Valley, Oregon – THE hot region in the Pinot Noir world right now. A
combination of Old World earthiness with New World bright red cherry fruit.
• Russian River, CA – World-class juice leaning towards cherry cola flavors often with
hints of spice from French Oak.
• Argentina – Under the radar up and coming region. Legendary Russian River Pinot
Noir producer Paul Hobbs is working the land here now, too. Juicy, bright red fruit in a
generally lighter style.
• Burgundy – The home of Pinot Noir. France didn’t invent winemaking. They’ve
certainly perfected it. So, so Old World. Forrest floor, mossy, red and black fruit.
Stunning. *Hint – If you go to the Burgundy section of your wine shop almost every red
wine is Pinot Noir. The generally don’t tell you on the label. (Gamay is the red grape to
the south in Beaujolais.) Don’t be afraid to ask an employee for a little help. The
French don’t make things easy.

Finally, since we have an eclectic, artisan beer and spirits selection here at Red Red
Wine Bar a couple of notes for that person or party this season. Hudson Baby Bourbon
from New York is one of the hot new handcrafted spirits on the shelves. A baby bottle
with a steeper than some would like price tag at about $42, but unique and delivers.

Scotch drinkers might like the Oban 18 Year Limited Edition Single Malt Whiskey. It’s a
smokey, dried fruit and seaweed gem that, after 18 years, is very polished.
And, we’d be remiss if we didn’t suggest a Maryland made product. Check out the new
line of beers from Burley Oak Brewing Company from Berlin, Maryland down the shore,
hon. Hand crafted ales that are just now getting statewide distribution like Rude Boy
Imperial Red Ale or Aboriginal Gangster IPA are getting a ton of buzz. Consider yourself
“in the know!”

Happy Holidays from all of us at Red Red Wine Bar on Main Street in downtown
Annapolis! We look forward to pouring you a glass soon.
Brian Bolter
Owner | Wine Buyer
http://www.RedRedWineBar.com

Great Gifts for Her

You can spend hours online and in the mall looking for the perfect gift but something unique and special can often be found right in your neighborhood at a local boutique. One of our favorite boutiques is Babe a boutique in Fells Point. The owner has great style and fills her cute shop with great clothes for every occasion and tons of gifts to choose from!
Here are some of our favorite gifts this year:

Metal Pill Box with Enamel Designs (12 assorted designs), $20.
Metal Personal Cases with Enamel Designs (assorted designs), $36.
Texting Gloves (available in MANY colors), $34.
Leather Pietro Alessandro FoldOver Clutch, $120
Leather JJ Winters Clutch/Crossbody Envelope Clutch, $88.
Swarovski Stud earrings, $34. Available in round and square and in several shades, gold and silver.
For more information on any of these gifts, stop by babe today! If you can’t get to Fells Point she can ship to you! Check out her website and facebook page!

Weekend Happenings in the DMV 11/16-18

Happy Friday! With the weekend upon us here is a look at all of the great events going on in D.C., Virginia and Maryland this weekend! We hope you have a great weekend!

FotoWeekDC
Various locations around Washington, DC
Time: Various times, November 10-18
Price: Weeklong pass to FotoWeek Central, $5 in advance; $7 at the door
Thanks to iPhones, Instagram and other 21st-century trappings, we all fancy ourselves as photographers these days. But viewing the exhibitions at this annual showcase might be a humbling experience. Some of the best photographers from around the world compete to win sizable cash prizes, and their works are displayed at venues around the city. Some of those same photographers teach seminars throughout the week on the industry, photojournalism and other useful info for budding photo enthusiasts.

Holiday Shops Presented by the Junior League of Washington
Sphinx Club
1315 K St. NW
Time: 11am-6pm Friday, 10am-5pm Saturday, 11am-4pm Sunday
Price: $5
The Junior League’s annual shopping event moves downtown this year but expect the same mix of glam jewelry and accessories, gourmet snacks and preppy housewares. Proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction benefit local literacy charities.

Next: Spain
Lansburgh Theatre
450 7th Street NW
Time: 8pm Friday, 2pm and 8pm Saturday
Price: Starting at $23
Just because Hispanic Heritage Month is over doesn’t mean you have to end your love affair with Hispanic culture. Next: Spain, co-presented by Company E and the Shakespeare Theatre Company, honors the contemporary dance coming out of, you guessed it, Spain. The program features four segments, including the world premieres of Y – A Spanish Suite and Few. If you’re unsure about Spain’s contribution to the arts besides Pablo Picasso, here’s your chance to find out.

San Francisco Ballet
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F St. NW
Time: 7:30pm Friday, 1:30pm and 7:30pm Saturday, 1:30pm Sunday
Price: $25.00-$109.00
The company presents two shows: a ballet adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet” by Helgi Tomasson and a mixed-repertory program consisting of “Trio,” set to Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir de Florence”; “RakU,” a story of love and separation set to an original score by Shinji Eshima; and “Number Nine,” featuring 24 dancers and set to a score by Michael Torke, at the Opera House.

Photographs of Social Life in Washington DC, 1900-1960
Carroll Square Gallery
975 F St. NW
Time: Various times, ongoing events that end November 30^th
Price: Free
The National Geographic Image Collection presents a selection of photographs that illustrate Washington’s past.

Of the People
Contemporary Wing Pop-Up Gallery
1250 Ninth St. NW
Time: 11am-6pm, through November 24^th
Price: Free
The gallery presents political-themed works by Shepard Fairey, El Teneen and Ralf Schmerberg.

The Frog Prince
National Theatre
1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Time: 9:30am and 11am Saturday
Price: Free
Black Cherry Puppet Theatre stages a musical puppet show. Best for age 4 and older.

Whiskeys of the World Dinner
The Occidental
1475 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Time: 7pm Saturday
Price: $79
A five course meal with pairings will highlight regional whiskeys from Scotland, Ireland and North America.

The Laurie Berkner Band
George Washington University – Lisner Auditorium
730 21st St. NW
Time: 11am Sunday
Price: $25-$100
The band — made famous by its appearances on Nick Jr. — comes to Washington with a new album of holiday songs.

Virginia Events

Cyrano De Bergerac
Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle Manassas, VA
Time: 8pm Saturday
Price: $24-$40
Aquila Theatre performs the 19th-century French play about a romantic, but ugly, man.

Bowen McCauley Dance
Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd. Alrington, VA
Time: 8pm Saturday
Price: $25-$75, $20 students and seniors
Choreographed by Wolfgang Seierl with live music and video footage of the company.

Alexandria Film Festival
Various locations and times Friday-Sunday
Price: Varies
The festival is an intimate four-day celebration of film in historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, located a few miles from Washington, DC. The Festival highlights the talents of local, national, and international filmmakers. Alexandria is home to film producers and enthusiasts, arts patrons, members of Congress and their staff, corporate executives, and other influential groups. The city attracts many visitors and residents of the Washington metropolitan area who value its arts and history community.

Maryland Events

The Pyramid Atlantic Book Arts Fair
Pyramid Atlantic Arts Center
8230 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD
Time: 9am-9pm Friday, 9am-6pm Saturday, 9am-4pm Sunday
Price: $10
The largest book arts event on the East Coast, Pyramid Atlantic showcases handmade books, limited edition prints and artisan papers. Demonstrations by artists and lectures from scholars, collectors, and publishers complement the beautiful display of original works.

Finnish Christmas Bazaar
Rover Road Unitarian Church
6301 River Rd. Bethesda, MD
Time: 11am-3pm Saturday
Price:  Free
Pick up stylish Finnish glassware and more holiday goods at Finn Spark’s Christmas bazaar.

Bunnicula
BlackRock Center for the Arts
12901 Town Commons Dr. Germantown, MD
Time: 1pm, 3pm Saturday
Price: $14
As vegetables begin losing their color and other strange occurrences start happening, one family begins to consider that their new pet might be more than a simple bunny.

The Streets of Baltimore: Songs of Our City
The Patterson/Creative Alliance
3134 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD
Time: 7:30pm Saturday
Price:  $12-$17
Maryland singers and songwriters perform songs about Baltimore. Journalist/songwriter Geoffrey Himes hosts.

Guts & Glory: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain
Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center
12 N. Eutaw St. Baltimore, MD
Time: 8pm Saturday
Price: $40-$150
Food Network star, author and renowned chef Anthony Bourdain will stop in Baltimore for his Guts and Glory Tour. Bourdain will share his life experiences as a chef and world traveler in his usual blunt and hysterical manner.

The Baltimore Museum of Art Grand Re-Opening
The Baltimore Museum of Art
10 Art Museum Drive Baltimore, MD
Time: 9pm-12am Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday
Price: Free
The Baltimore Museum of Art unveils the first of many renovations to its illustrious galleries when the Contemporary Wing re-opens this Sunday! The newly transformed space shows off hidden treasures that didn’t fit in the old space, as well as new pieces commissioned for the museum. Can’t wait until Sunday? Come out Saturday for BMA Late Night, this free for all shindig celebrates the renovation with local bands, dancing and a cash bar!

European Union Film Showcase
American Film Institute Silver Theatre and Cultural Center 8633 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring, MD
Time: Various times, November 9-20
Price: $12
Now in its 25th year, this popular festival highlights the best of current European films. This year, there are more than 40 films to choose from, including multiple award-winners. Highlights include Germany’s Oscar selection, “Barbara,” “Hyde Park on Hudson,” a comedy that stars Bill Murray as FDR, and the Cannes Grand Prix winner “Reality.”

Juried Faculty Exhibition
Maryland Institute College of Art
1300 Mount Royal Ave. Baltimore, MD
Time: Various times, ongoing events that end November 18^th
Price: FREE
A jury selects just a few of MICA’s faculty to showcase their work in this exhibition. The exhibit highlights the faculty’s diversity in content, medium and style.

Sports at a Glance

Contact your concierge for pricing and availability!

Baltimore Ravens @ Steelers, Sunday at 8:20pm, NBC
Washington Redskins vs. Eagles, Sunday at 1:00pm, FedEx Field
Navy Football @ vs. Texas State, Saturday at 3:30pm, Annapolis, MD
Wizards vs. Utah, Saturday at 7:00pm, Verizon Center
DC United vs. Houston Dynamo, Sunday at 4:00pm, RFP Stadium

This Weekend’s Lineup

Contact your concierge for pricing and availability!

Kaki King, 8pm Friday at The Howard Theatre
Timeflies, 8pm Friday at The Fillmore Silver Spring
The Bright Side Tour – AER plus Yonas and David Dallas, 9pm Friday at State Theatre Virginia
Aretha Franklin, 6pm Saturday at DAR Constitution Hall
Lamb of God, 7pm Saturday at The Fillmore Silver Spring
Dan Deacon, 8pm Saturday at 9:30 Club
The MMG Tour: Maybach Music Group – Rick Ross, Meek Mill, Wale and Machine Gun Kelly, 7:30pm Sunday at Patriot Center
Magnetic Fields, 8pm Sunday at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue

Weekend Happenings in the DMV 10.19 – 10.21

Happy Friday! We hope you enjoy our guide to all the great events happening in D.C., Maryland and Virginia this weekend and have a wonderful weekend!

Washington, DC Events

White House Fall Garden Toursat Ellipse Visitor Pavilion

15th and E streets NW

Time: 9am-4pm, Friday and Saturday

Price: Free, timed tickets distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at beginning at 8am the morning of the tour.

Tour the White House Gardens, including the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden, the Rose Garden, the White House Kitchen Garden and the South Lawn of the White House.

 

Ari Shaffir at The Improv

1140 Connecticut Ave. NW

Time: 8pm and 10:30pm Friday and Saturday, 8pm Sunday

Price: $15-$17

Standup comedian and actor Ari Shaffir describes his comedy as a puppet show, filthier and without the puppets. He was a featured standup on the HBO comedy series Down and Dirty with Jim Norton and performed at this year’s Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and Toronto, the San Francisco SktechFest, and the Bridgetown Comedy Festival in Portland.

Velocity DC Dance Festival at Shakespeare Theatre Company – Harman Hall

610 F St. NW

Time: 8pm Friday, 2pm and 8pm Saturday, 2pm Sunday

Price: $18

The festival returns for its fourth year with companies from D.C. and around the world, including City Dance, Gesel Mason, El Teatro de Danza Contemporanea de El Salvador, The Suzanne Farrell Ballet, VTDance, Flamenco Aparicio and Pastora Flamenco, The Washington Ballet, Company E, Asanga Domask, Christopher K. Morgan, Step Afrika!, Farafina Kan, EDGEWORKS Dance Theater, Xuejuan Feng, Sydney Skybetter, Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble, Rasta Thomas’ Bad Boys of Dance, Rebollar Dance, Dissonance Dance Theater and Janaki Rangajaran.

Mariinsky Ballet at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

2700 F St. NW

Time: 7:30pm Friday, 1:30pm and 7:30pm Saturday, 1:30pm Sunday

Price: $29-$150

The St. Petersburg company returns to perform Alexei Ratmansky’s “Cinderella,” a contemporary take on the classic tale set to the music of Prokofiev, at the Opera House.

A Day of Dignity at America’s Islamic Heritage Museum and Cultural Center

2315 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave. SE

Time: 9:30am-5:00pm, Saturday

Price: Free

A community event with food bank distribution, health and social service booths.

Howard Homecoming Parade at Howard University

2400 Sixth St. NW

Time: 10am, Saturday

Price: Free

Howard’s homecoming parade winds through the streets around campus.

Butler & Claypool Weekend Pop-Up at Studio 1469

1469 Harvard St. NW

Time: 11am-6pm, Saturday and Sunday

Price: Free

Vintage clothing, accessories, autumn-inspired drinks, a mini bake sale and three styling workshops on cocktail attire, menswear and work-wear.

Conversations on a Homecoming, A Whistle in the Dark and Famine at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

2700 F St. NW

Time: 1:00pm, Saturday

Price: $66-135

Druid Theatre Company performs the three-play cycle of works by Tom Murphy, at the Eisenhower Theater.

Corcoran Community Day at Corcoran Gallery of Art

500 17th St. NW

Time: 10am-3pm, Saturday

Price: Free

The Corcoran Gallery of Art and its College of Art + Design host a day of printmaking, bookbinding and art workshops, making ceramic bowls for the nonprofit SOME (So Others Might Eat) and offering the chance to meet artist Charlotte Dumas and tour her exhibition.

Howard Homecoming Step Show at Constitution Hall

1776 D St. NW

Time: 6pm, Saturday

Price: $40

“Epiphany: A Manifestation of Divine Reality” is the theme at Constitution Hall on Saturday night. The annual step show features highly choreographed dance routines by Howard fraternities and sororities and a performance by Pusha T.

Groove Elements Halloween Bash at Joy of Motion Dance Center – Friendship Heights

5207 Wisconsin Ave. NW

Time: 8pm, Saturday

The Joy of Motion Dance Center’s Youth Hip Hop group hosts a Halloween party, at the Jack Guidone Theater.

Fashion, Beauty and Lifestyle Expo at Walter E. Washington Convention Center

801 Mount Vernon Place

Time: 2pm-8pm, Saturday

Price: $15

A day of fashion shows, exhibits and more.

Capital City Symphony at Atlas Performing Arts Center

1333 H St. NE

Time: 5pm, Sunday

Price: $25

The Symphony performs works by Beethoven Prokofiev, and Khachaturian.

WPAS Fall Arts Fair at THEARC Theatre

1901 Mississippi Ave. SE

Time: 11am-4:30pm, Sunday

Price: Free

Enjoy performances by African Heritage Dancers and Drummers, Cantare Fiesta!, Ziva’s Spanish Dance Ensemble and the WPAS Gospel Choir and more.

 

Virginia Events

 

Bayou Bakery crawfish boil at Bayou Baker

1515 North Courthouse Rd., Arlington, VA

Time: 5pm, Fridays

Louisiana native David Guasstarts a new Friday Night tradition with his $16 per pound crawfish boils complete with Abita beers on tap and music on the patio.

Disney On Ice: Rockin’ Ever After at George Mason University – Patriot Center

4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA

Time: 10:30am and 7:30pm Friday, 10:30am 2:30pm and 6:30pm on Saturday, 12:30pm and 4:30pm on Sunday

Price: $9-$75

Characters from “Brave,” “Tangled” and “Beauty and the Beast” figure skate in Disney on Ice’s latest show.

Trout Fishing in America at Hylton Performing Arts Center

10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, VA

Time: 2pm, Saturday

Price: $15, $5 for children

A guitar player and an upright bass player come together to play a humorous variety of family  friendly songs.

Jekyll & Hyde at Synetic Theater

1800 S. Bell St., Arlington, VA

Time: 8pm Friday and Saturday, 2pm Sunday

Price: $15-$50

Robert Louis Stevenson’s tale gets a modern spin as Synetic Theater sets it in a surreal steampunk world that also happens to be silent.

Open mike stand-upat Old Arlington Grill at the Arlington Cinema ‘N’ Drafthouse

2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA

Time: 10:30pm Saturdays

Price: Free

The main movie house has quietly become one of the best comedy stages in town thanks to  some savvy bookings. (Comedic heavy hitters such as Lizz Winstead and Patton Oswalt, and more recently, Kristin Schaal, who played the stalker in HBO’s “Flight of the Conchords” have performed there.) But for a real deal, hit Saturday’s free open mike in the intimate Grill,  featuring as many as 20 local comics who hit the stage in quick succession. Once in a blue moon,   a headliner from the main room makes his or her way over for a quick appearance after a show.

 Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris at MetroStage

1201 N. Royal St., Alexandria, VA

Time: 3pm and 8pm Saturday, 3pm and 7pm Sunday

Price: $25-$55

Music by the late singer-songwriter makes up the core of this revue.

The John Marshall Experience wine tastings at Barrel Oak Winery

3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane , VA

Time: Reserve seating Saturday and Sunday

Price: $25-$75

For oenophiles looking for something grander than the usual tasting, Barrel Oak hosts this cool, formal, seated tasting with food pairings at the adjacent Oak Hill Estate, a historic home that, in the 18th and 19th centuries, belonged to Supreme Court chief justice John Marshall (it’s the first time the home has been opened to the public).

Maryland Events

 5th Annual Harbor Harvest Event

West Shore Park, Baltimore Inner Harbor

Time: 10am – 2pm

Price: FREE

Join Waterfront Partnership for the 5th Annual Harbor Harvest Event at West Shore Park on Saturday, October 20th from 10am – 2pm. Activities include the IKEA Urban Pumpkin Patch, Petting Zoo, Hay Maze, Face Painting, Pumpkin Decorating, Pony Rides, Live Music by Recess Mokey and more!  The rain date will be Sunday, October 21^st. RSVP for a free gift!

Fall Fling at West Shore Park

West Shore Park, Baltimore Inner Harbor

Time: 2:30pm – 8pm

Price: FREE

Join Waterfront Partnership for the first Fall Fling on Saturday, October 20th from 2:30pm to 8pm at West Shore Park. This free event will feature some of the City’s best food trucks, beer, wine, mixed drinks, live music by the 8 Ohms Band and the Kelly Bell Band, corn hole, and a Waterfront Kids Play Area. RSVP to receive one free drink ticket.

BARCStoberfest

Patterson Park, Baltimore, MD

Time: 11am

BARCStober Fest benefits over 12,000 homeless animals that come to BARCS each year. BARCStober Fest includes: pet contests (including costume), pet health and welfare specialists, pet blessings, pet micro-chipping, stage entertainment, food vendors, local artists, silent auction, raffle, other area animal rescues and so much more!

This year BARCStober Fest, in partnership with Charm City Run, will be featuring its first Ready…Set…Sniff 5 K Run OR Walk with your 4 legged friends around Baltimore’s Patterson Park. The Run/Walk ends right at the start of the festival so you and your fur kids and human family can enjoy a day of fun together!

Click here to register for the run.

National Wildlife Federation’s Hike and Seek at Seneca Creek State Park

11950 Clopper Rd., Gaithersburg, MD

Time: 9am – 12pm, Saturday

Price: In advance: $12, $7 ages 3 to 17. Day of the event: $15, $9 ages 3 to 17

What could be better than taking your family on a hike through a picturesque park as the leaves begin to turn? Going on a two-mile hike hosted by the National Wildlife Federation that includes five hands-on stations to help children learn about nature. Children can try their hand at replicating bird songs, creating solar prints and making bug boxes. There will also be a display by the Department of Natural Resources’ Scales and Tales. Best for age 10 and younger.

Antique and Classic Car Show at Rockville Civic Center Park

603 Edmonston Dr., Rockville, MD

Time: 11am, Saturday

Price: Free

This Saturday the Glenview Mansion will serve as a backdrop for more than 500 antique cars of  all makes and models from Model ‘A’ Fords to Volkswagens. Every year the show features a    special exhibit, and this year is no exception with vintage coach built cars on display.

Howl-o-wine pet costume contest and wine tasting at Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

18125 Comus Rd., Dickerson, MD

Time: 12pm – 5pm, Saturday

Price: $10 donation for wine tastings; $10 dog costume contest

This benefit for Wags for Hope features wine tastings (three wines) and a dog costume contest just in time for Halloween. Awards will be given for best couple or ensemble, cutest dog,  funniest dog and more.

Dan Hurlin at American Dance Institute

1570 E. Jefferson St., Rockville, MD

Time: 7:30pm Saturday, 2pm Sunday

Price: $30, $20 ages 65 and older, $15 students

Performance of “Double Aspect Bright and Fair,” part of Erik Ehn’s Soulographie Project, a work  that looks at 20th-century America’s relationship to genocides with the aim of creating channels of dialogue.

Juried Undergraduate Exhibition at Maryland Institute College of Art

1300 Mount Royal Ave., Baltimore, MD

Time: 10am-5pm Friday and Saturday, 12pm-5pm Sunday

Price: Free

An annual exhibition that includes a selection of the best undergraduate student submissions for the year. Approximately 100 different students will be showcased as they were chosen based on artistic merit, creativity and vision.

Noir City DC: The 2012 Film Noir Festivalat American Film Institute Silver Theatre and Cultural Center

8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, MD

Time: Various, festival is from Oct 20 – Nov 1

Price: Varies

The selection of films includes noir’s favorite tough guys and femmes, such as Humphrey Bogart, Robert Mitchum, Lauren Bacall and Veronica Lake

Beauty and the Beast at The Puppet Company Playhouse

7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD

Time: 10am and 11:30 am on Fridays, 11:30am and 1pm on Saturdays and Sundays

Price: $10

Half-life-size marionettes bring the children’s classic to life, at the Puppet Co. Playhouse.

African American Art Since 1950: Perspectives from the David C. Driskell Center at University of Maryland – College Park

Baltimore Avenue and Rossborough Lane, College Park, MD

Time: Exhibit open through December 14^th

Price: Free

In collaboration with the Smithsonian, this exhibit shows how art by African Americans has evolved over the last several decades, displaying works by famous artists such as Elizabeth Catlett, Romare Bearden and Sam Gilliam and new talents such as Kara Walker, Lorna Simpson and Chakaia Booker.

Sports at a Glance

Contact your concierge for pricing and availability

 Maryland Terrapins vs. NC State Wolfpack at Byrd Stadium,Saturday 3:30pm

DC United vs. Columbus at RFK Stadium, Saturday 7:30pm

Navy Football vs. Indiana at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Saturday 3:20pm

Know Your Local Olympians!

The Olympic Games begin this Friday and we are proud to announce the Mid-Atlantic is sending quite a few Olympians from Maryland, Virginia and D.C. We have put together a quick overview of some athletes from our region so you can keep an eye out for them and root for your friendly neighborhood Olympian representing team USA!

Matthew Centrowitz, Jr., 22
Annapolis, MD
Track & Field, 1500m

Matt Centrowitz Jr. is the son of two-time Olympian Matt Centrowitz. He ran track and set records at Broadneck High School. Following in his father’s footsteps, Matt ran track for the University of Oregon, winning numerous titles including the 2011 American National Champion at 1500m.

Farrah Hall, 30
Annapolis, MD
Sailing – Windsurfing

Farrah attended Broadneck High School and St. Marys College of Maryland. She is an accomplished triathlete and marathoner, and of course, windsurfer! This will be her first time competing in the Olympics!

David Banks, 28
Potomac, MD
Rowing

David attended Winston Churchill High School in Montgomery County, MD. His undergrad and graduate studies were at Stanford where he began his rowing career, and he currently trains at Princeton University.

Will Coleman, 29
Charlottesville, VA
Equestrian Eventing

Will has been riding since he was 6 years old and will compete in 3 day eventing aboard Twizzel, a 15 year old Warmblood gelding.

Claire Laubach, 28
Centreville, VA
Field Hockey

Claire attended Centreville High School and Wake Forrest University where she played on three National Championship teams. She has been on the National team since 2005 but this will be her first Olympics!

Giuseppe Lanzone, 29
Annandale, VA
Rowing

Giuseppe took up rowing at McLean High School and continued at the University of Washington. He was born in Peru and currently trains in California. This will be his second Olympic Games.

Gabby Douglas, 16
Virginia Beach, VA
Gymnastics

Gabby Douglas was on the 2011 World Team that claimed team gold in Tokyo. She is known for her routines on the uneven bars. Gabby currently trains in Des Moines, Iowa where 2008 Olympian Shawn Johnson trained.

Kate Ziegler, 24
Great Falls, VA
Swimming, 800 Free

Kate attended Bishop Denis J. O’Connell High School in Arlington, VA and began her college career at George Mason University before transferring to Chapman University. Kate traveled to the Beijing games in 2008 but did not swim in the finals. She is looking forward to London!

Michael Phelps, 27
Baltimore, MD
Swimming – 200 IM, 400 IM, 100 Fly, 200 Fly, 800 Free Relay

Michael attended Towson High School and Phelps made history in Beijing, winning 8 gold medals in 8 events. London will be his fourth and final time competing in the Olympic games, where he hopes to break the record for most decorated athlete ever in Olympic history.

Katie Ledecky, 15
Bethesda, MD
800 Free

This is Katie’s first Olympics games as she is the youngest member of US Olympic swim team! Katie is a rising sophomore at Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart in Bethesda, MD.

Carmelo Anthony, 28
Baltimore, MD
Basketball

Carmelo Anthony attended Towson Catholic High School in Baltimore, Maryland. He is a professional NBA player for the New York Knicks and played on team USA in Athens 2004 earning a bronze medal and in Bejing 2008 earning team gold!

Terrence Jennings, 25
Alexandria, VA
Taekwondo

Terrence attended T.C. Williams High School in Virginia. This will be his first Olympic games. Terrence’s interest in Taekwondo came from watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Torched Brownie S’more – A Treat of Olympic Proportions!

Looking for a classic American way to celebrate the 2012 summer Olympics? Look no further than our all-American Brownie S’more torches. We’ve combined two favorites, brownies and s’mores into one delicious treat!

Ingredients:

1 box of brownies

12 ice cream cones

1 container of chocolate frosting

2 bags of mini marshmallows

Muffin tin

Cookie sheet

Step 1: Prepare brownie mix according to the box.

Step 2: Place ice cream cones in each space on a muffin in. Place muffin tin on a cookie sheet for easier handling.

Step 3: Fill each ice cream cone with the brownie batter. You’ll want to fill the cones until they are just about full.

Step 4: Bake the brownie cones 40-45 minutes or until you can pull a tooth pick out. You’ll want them to be puffed up over the top of the cone. Let cool.

Step 5: Once the brownie cones are completely cool top each brownie with chocolate frosting.

Step 6: Place the mini marshmallows on the frosting so the entire brownie tops are covered.

Step 7: Once all the brownies are covered with marshmallows, put the cones back into the muffin tin and place under the broiler to “torch” the marshmallows to a golden brown. You’ll want to do this in small batches since they will be ooey and gooey and ready to eat! You can place the cones in the refrigerator to allow the chocolate frosting and marshmallows to set if you’ll be serving these treats a little later.

Step 8: ENJOY!!

For more FUN and DELICIOUS ideas, check our Pinterest Summer Olympics Board!

Fourth Of July Events Guide – MD, DC & VA

Parades – Throughout DC, MD, and VA

A complete list of parades in the area. 

WASHINGTON, DC & NORTHERN VA EVENTS

Great American Festival (The Uncle Sam Jam & National FreedomFest are combining forces!)
Saturday, June 30, 2012   3pm-10pm
Join the fun this year at National Harbor, just outside of Washington DC. The festival will feature over 12 bands and DJ’s performing on 3 stages as well as Famous Dave’s BBQ and Washington DC’s most popular food trucks. The event will culminate with a spectacular fireworks celebration, from the National Harbor Pier. (Must be 21 to enter).

The 13^th Annual Midtown Liberty Bar Tour
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
5pm-midnight
Kick-off Independence Day as we celebrate America bar-hopping around Midtown to start the Fourth of July break!  Registration begins at 5pm at Rumors. You can purchase discount tickets in advance online.  (Must be 21+).

July 4^th Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
4pm-9pm
Great Meadow Foundation, The Plains, VA
Live entertainment, activities for the kids, and polo games are scheduled throughout the day! And of course it would not be complete without fireworks!  General Admission vehicle passes are $35 in advance and can be purchased online.

Washington, DC’s Independence Day Parade
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Parade Start Time: 11:45am
Parade Route: Constitution Avenue and 7th to 17th Sts.
The 4th of July Parade is a patriotic, flag-waving, red white and blue celebration of America’s birthday and draws a large crowd. Washington DC is a spectacular place to celebrate July 4^th!

4th of July Fireworks on the National Mall
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Fireworks begin at dark, usually around 9:15 p.m. They are launched from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and light up the sky over the Washington Monument. (Rain date July 5^th).

Independence Day at Mount Vernon
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
8am-5pm
An American celebration at Mount Vernon includes reenactments, military ceremonies, ice cream, birthday cake, music and more. An American Celebration at Mount Vernon is included in regular Estate admission: adults are $15, children ages 6-11 are $7 and children under 5 are admitted free.

4^th of July Concert
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
11am-12pm
World War II Memorial
Free 4th of July concert by the U. S. Navy Band. Chairs provided for the audience. Concert will be canceled if it rains.

Fairfax Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Beings at 10am
Downtown Fairfax Historic District
The 46th annual City of Fairfax Independence Day Celebration begins with a parade and concludes with an evening show that includes a spectacular fireworks display choreographed to music.  This year’s theme is A Star Spangled Celebration!
Evening Show & Fireworks
Fairfax High School, 7pm to 10:30pm
Rain Date: July 5 – for fireworks only

4^th of July Hometown Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
8am-dusk
Great Falls Village Centre, Great Falls, VA
A great community celebration including a 5K run, parades, festivities, and fireworks!

Alexandria, VA Fireworks
Saturday, July 7, 2012
4pm-10pm
Oronoco Bay Park
The City of Alexandria celebrates its own birthday and the USA’s each year on the Saturday following the 4th of July. This annual event includes children’s activities, a concert performed by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, birthday cake and a fireworks extravaganza. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.

MARYLAND EVENTS

Dundalk Heritage Association Independence Day Parade
Friday, June 29 – Sunday, July 1, 2012 & Wednesday, July 4, 2012
North Point Government Center, Dundalk, MD
Featuring Joan Jett and the BlackHearts as well as Dennis Deyoung, former STYX singer! Annual parade hosts music, floats, marching units, decorated vehicles; also three-day heritage fair.  Fireworks will be held on July 4^th at the North Point Government Center starting at 9:15pm.

Great American Festival
Saturday, June 30, 2012
National Harbor
137 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD
We are taking over the National Harbor Waterfront, including the entire pavilion and beach areas, as well as both piers as we set up three outdoor stages to bring you the best entertainment in the DC area. Enjoy live music and delicious food from the DC area’s most popular food vendors.  Fireworks will also be displayed over the Potomac!

Fireworks Extravaganza
Saturday, June 30, 2012 
Eastern Yacht Club, Middle River, MD
Annual fireworks extravaganza on Middle River.

Family Fun for Independence Day Celebration 
Saturday, June 30, 2012
5pm-9:30pm
Snow Hill, Maryland
Come to Snow Hill’s Independence Day celebration at Sturgis Park on River Street for the fireworks display, music by The Commodores, a US Navy band, great food and games for children. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the Independence Day Fireworks Display at dusk. Neon glow sticks, necklaces and bracelets will be sold.

Havre de Grace Independence Celebration
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Tydings Memorial Park, Havre de Grace
Enjoy your day with us! Parade at 2pm, Carnival 6-10pm, Concert at 7pm & Fireworks at Tydings Park at approx. 9:15pm

An Independence Day Concert Celebration at Sotterley
Sunday, July 1, 2012
1pm-4pm
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, MD
Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music on the Portico, while taking in the breathtaking view of the Patuxent River! Listen to the patriotic musical renditions of the Chesapeake Orchestra Brass Quintet led by Maestro Jeffrey Silberschlag of St. Mary’s College of Maryland. Brown Bag and Silent Auctions, Food and Drink for Purchase. Admission $10 per car. Free for Members and those with a current Military ID.

The 4^th Annual Federal Hill Bars & Stripes Bar Crawl
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
5pm-midnight
Don’t miss out on your chance to kick-off the Fourth of July with Federal Hill’s BIGGEST patriotic celebration!  Registration begins at 5pm in the Mother’s parking lot but discounted advance tickets are available online.  Visit their website for a list of participating establishments.  This event benefits the Federal Hill Hospitality Association (FHHA).  (All participants must be 21+).

Salute to Cecil County Veterans Celebration and Fireworks
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
5pm-10pm
200 W. Walnut St., North East, MD
Fireworks, music and food.

4^th of July Fireworks Cruise
Our friends at Watermark have fireworks cruises in Baltimore and Annapolis!
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
7:30pm-10:30pm
Annapolis, MD – Depart from City Dock
Get an early start on Independence Day festivities this year by taking in a local Annapolis community’s fireworks display aboard the Harbor Queen, the best place in Annapolis to watch fireworks. The cruise will include light snacks and a cash bar.  Book your reservations today! ($40 per adult & $20 per child).

Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7:30pm-10:30pm
Annapolis, MD – Depart from City Dock
Step aboard the Harbor Queen for a lovely evening cruise of the Annapolis Harbor and the Scenic Severn River. Sit back, relax and enjoy a beautiful summer sunset followed by the full City Dock fireworks display from her spacious top deck. The cruise will include light snacks and a cash bar.  Book your reservations today! ($45 per adult & $25 per child).
http://watermarkcruises.com/eventsFireworksCruise.htm

Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7:30pm-10:30pm
Baltimore, MD – Departs from Baltimore Finger Piers
Enjoy an unobstructed view of the July 4th fireworks display in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Step aboard Annapolitan II for an enjoyable evening cruise of the Harbor capped off by the city’s spectacular fireworks show. The cruise will include light snacks and a cash bar. Book your reservations today! ($59 per person).
http://watermarkcruises.com/eventsFireworksCruise.htm

Star-Spangled Spectacular
July 3-4, 2012
Oregon Ridge Park, Hunt Valley, MD
Park opens at 5pm
Be sure to bring your picnic basket for this all-American holiday celebration featuring such famed works as Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and Sousa’s Stars and Stripes culminating in a breathtaking fireworks display. A cozy blanket is the perfect seat for the sloping green lawn of Oregon Ridge as the BSO, conducted by Robert Franz, takes to the bandstand and lights up the night.

4^th of July at Wit & Wisdom
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
5:30pm-9:30pm
Bring your family and friends and join Wit & Wisdom for great food, live entertainment, face painting, temporary tattoos and more at their first Fourth of July celebration!  You will even be able to see Baltimore’s famous fireworks from their patio! (Tickets are $75 for adults and $20 for kids under 15.)

Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 
Deep Creek Lake Area, McHenry, MD
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Fire on the Mountain Fireworks Display, sponsored by Hugh Umbel Companies. Fireworks launched from the top of Bear Claw Tubing Park at Wisp Resort out toward the waters of Deep Creek Lake. Viewing spots include the scenic overlook on Rt. 219, McHenry Cove on Deep Creek Lake and businesses in McHenry. (Rain date: July 5^th).

Fireworks at Fairgrounds Park
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 6pm
Fairgrounds Park
Cleveland Avenue 1/2 mile north of Dual Hwy, Hagerstown
Entertainment and Fireworks!

Frederick’s 4th – An Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012 Noon to Dusk
Baker Park, Frederick, MD
Frederick’s 4th – An Independence Day Celebration is a premier 4th of July event locally and statewide.  The event features regional and national entertainment beginning at noon on three stages.  Families from the surrounding region enjoy a day packed with free rides, activities and fun.  Taste award winning chili, dunk a Frederick celebrity or race a bath tub down Culler Lake – there is a little something for everyone.

 Gaithersburg 4th of July Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Montgomery County Fairgrounds
16 Chestnut Street, Gaithersburg, MD

Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7pm-10pm
Montgomery College-Rockville Campus, Rockville, MD
This year’s entertainment lineup features the band Fugitive Brass Quintet on the Main Stage and Lloyd Dobler Effect on the Campus Stage. The Rockville Concert Band will follow Fugitive Brass Quintet. Additional parking will be available at Rockville Town Center.
Live entertainment begins at 7pm.  Fireworks at 9:30pm.
http://www.rockvillemd.gov

Annapolis Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
6:30pm
Downtown Annapolis, Annapolis Harbor
Parade and fireworks: Parade starts at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Parade Route: West Street, around Church Circle, down Main Street to the City Dock. Naval Academy’s Concert Band will perform at the end of City Dock just prior to the fireworks.

Baltimore’s Ports America Chesapeake Fourth of July Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
4pm-10 pm
Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD
Visit Baltimore’s Inner Harbor on Independence Day for live music and a spectacular fireworks show, which will begin at 9:30pm!  Enjoy live entertainment at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater, located at Pratt and Light streets.  Prime locations for spectators to view the fireworks, in addition to the Inner Harbor, include Federal Hill, Fell’s Point and Harbor East.

Catonsville’s Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
9:30am-10:30pm
Catonsville High School, Catonsville, MD
The parade and fireworks are part of a 13 hour day of patriotic festivities that also includes children’s games, races and concerts. We invite you to participate in all these activities and enjoy this fun-filled Catonsville tradition.

Fullerton Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
6pm-10pm
Fullerton Park
4304 Fullerton Ave, White Marsh, MD
Join your Overlea/Fullerton/White Marsh neighbors for the 50^th Anniversary of our annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy entertainment all evening long.
6pm-10pm: Music by Awaken, 7:30pm: Puppet Show, 9:15pm: Fireworks!

Independence Day Fireworks Cruise
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7:30pm-10pm
Spirit of Baltimore (ship)
Inner Harbor, Baltimore, MD
Enjoy Front-Row Fireworks, Baltimore’s Ultimate July 4th Experience! The Inner Harbor has never looked so stunning beneath the illuminated night sky. Celebrate with a premium bar package, festive buffets and interactive DJ.

Independence Day Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
10am
William Paca House and Garden, Annapolis, MD
Join Historic Annapolis in welcoming forty new citizens into the American family at a naturalization ceremony. The free event, which has become an annual Independence Day tradition, will be held at the William Paca House and Garden.

Old-Fashioned July 4thPicnic/Celebration/Fireworks
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Begins at Noon
Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster, MD
Celebration includes onstage entertainment, children’s games, food and crafts for sale and fireworks, which will begin at 9:30pm.

Six Flags America
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend at Six Flags America with a fireworks spectacular over Hurricane Bay wave pool!

Towson Area Fourth of July Parade
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
10:30am
Towsontown Blvd & Bosley Ave., Towson, MD
Celebration of America’s birthday with bands, clowns, marching units and military.

Fireworks Celebration
June 29 – July 4, 2012
Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa
4165 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD
Largest fireworks display on the bay! Come out for a weekend of fun including food, music and beach games for the kids.

Freedom Fest
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7pm-10pm
Somers Cove Marina, Crisfield, MD
Food, live music, children`s activities/games, military photo-slide show. Admission is $5; Veterans are FREE. Fireworks at 9:15pm.

4th of July Celebration
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
8pm-10 pm
Ocean City, MD
Enjoy a free concert at 8pm, followed by fireworks at 9:30pm downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 127th Street at Northside Park.

4th of July Fireworks Cruise
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
7:30pm-10:30pm, boarding begins at 7pm
Black-Eyed Susan-2600 Boston Street, Baltimore, MD  21224
Enjoy watching the fireworks on Baltimore’s only paddle-wheel riverboat! Great Views and fun for all!

Salute to Independence 
Saturday, July 7, 2012 7:30pm
Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD
Red, White and Boom! The whole family will enjoy this spectacular musical celebration during the CIVIL WAR 150 national commemoration. Hear your favorite American songs and patriotic anthems including the Armed Forces Salute, 1812 Overture, and Stars and Stripes performed by the Maryland Symphony Orchestra under the leadership of Music Director Elizabeth Schulze. The evening will be capped off with the dazzling PNC Bank’s Fireworks Display!

Have a safe and happy July 4^th!