Calendar of Events

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August

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Kids Summer Camp - Master Baking. Summer camps run Monday through Thursday from 9AM to 1PM and provide your young chef an experience that will raise their culinary skills to a new level. This summer Schola be offering three different camps designed to teach basic kitchen skills, explore world cuisines or turn your young chef into an expert baker. Each day students will be supplied with aprons, lecture materials and recipes for everything we make in class. Students will take a break at lunchtime to eat some of our creations. Each camp is $425.00 per student. 9AM-1PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kids-summer-camp-master-baking-tickets-319711966097

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Line Dancing. A beginner line dance class where participants will learn various line dances, terminology, and the self-confidence to get up and dance when familiar line dance music is played at events! Line dancing can help with memory and coordination, and it is a wonderful way to get a total body workout while listening to music and meeting new friends. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935073

Vinyasa Yoga with Breathing Dragon. Come sweat with the Dragons! Breathing Dragon Yoga is Baltimore’s newest hot yoga studio and is proud to offer your favorite styles of yoga, Dragon Style! They offer a variety of yoga classes from Dragon Epic (Original Hot Yoga, which is Hatha Yoga in the Heat) to Dragon Power Flow (Vinyasa Flow) to Dragon Yin/Yang classes. They can’t wait to introduce you to all the different styles of yoga that they offer! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935175

Sagamore Spirit X Baltimore Water Taxi Booze Cruise. Join Sagamore Spirit Distillery to indulge a guided whiskey tasting with the team before setting sail with Baltimore Water Taxi to see the Baltimore lights from the water. All guests will receive a guided tasting of five Sagamore expressions, a canned whiskey cocktail of their choice for the ride, and a 45-minute water taxi ride to follow. Additional cocktails will be for purchase on the boat. $40. 6:30PM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/sagamore-spirit-x-baltimore-water-taxi-booze-cruise/

Films on the Pier: Red Notice. Films on the Pier returns with five dates in August! Every Wednesday, enjoy a FREE showing on the new projection screen. This week enjoy a screening of Red Notice. Movies start at dusk. Bring a chair, grab some takeout, and enjoy! FREE. 8:30PM. Broadway Pier, 900 S Broadway St., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/FilmsOnThePier/

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Lunch Meditation - Sensory Immersion. Sensory Immersion w/ Certified nature Guide Ted Martello of Baltimore City Rec & Parks. Nature therapy is focused around sensory immersion in a natural environment. Guided by invitations to connect with nature through one of the senses, participants find themselves immersed in the natural environment of Wills Park and will draw from this their own unique experience. Registration required. FREE. 12PM-1PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935333

Beginner Yoga with Claire Strock. Develop awareness and presence in the body through mindfulness, breath work, and steady gentle movement. Class will begin with a warm up followed by a combination of sitting and standing poses, balancing work, twists, and will end with a relaxing savasana meditation. This is a level one yoga class. Adaptations can be made for all levels. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935202

The Classics Cocktail Class. Join Sagamore and dive into the intricacies of two of the most iconic whiskey cocktails, the Old Fashioned and Manhattan. Guests will enjoy a learning about history of this classic cocktails, then it's time to get hands-on. With individual bartending stations, you will mix up a traditional Old Fashioned and Manhattan using Sagamore's signature rye whiskey! $25. 6:30PM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/the-classics-cocktail-class/

Summer in the Squares: Ray Winder. Summer in the Squares returns with a great line up of performances featuring Baltimore's amazingly talented musicians. Baltimore native Ray Winder returns to Mount Vernon Place with her contemporary jazz trio to feature original music that will amaze you in multiple genres of music. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy an evening of music in the beautiful West Square of Mount Vernon Place! FREE. 7PM-8:30PM. Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/5166063076820571

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Yoga with DivaYogi. Family friendly, beginner level yoga class. Participants will be guided through a series of accessible standing, seated, and reclined yoga poses. They are designed to help improve circulation, strength, balance and bring an overall sense of wellbeing. Not only will this class help you to reconnect with yourself, but your community, as well. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935227

Date Night - Steak House (new menu). Join this class to explore one of America's most loved cuisine - Meat & Potatoes! Steak houses dominate the American restaurant scene with their classic menus and fancy interiors. Participants will tackle the classics: Lobster Bisque; Roasted Ribeye Steak with Bernaise Sauce; Roasted Broccolini & Mushrooms; Garlic Mashed Potatoes; and, Hot Apple Pie, Vanilla Ice Cream and Candied Nuts. $85 per person. 6PM-9PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/date-night-steak-house-new-menu-tickets-388177097147

Craft Your Own Cocktail Class. Always wanted to learn how to make cocktails like the pros? Gather in one of Sagamore's tasting rooms with individual stations to make two signature cocktails. Get ready to get hands-on creating these thirst-quenching cocktails! $25. 6:30PM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/craft-your-own-cocktail-class/

Wine & Dinosaurs. Enjoy an exclusive look at the Maryland Science Center after dark as you wander – wine in hand – through the world of prehistoric predators and plant eaters. Engage with staff and their interactive demonstrations as they bring the world of the dinosaurs to life. They’re also ready to teach you a thing or two about wine, but in a way that you can only get at the Maryland Science Center. Each tasting station will invite you to look at wine like you never have before – like under a microscope. Don’t miss your chance to roam Dinosaur Mysteries while sipping a wine from historic Maryland winery, Boordy Vineyards! You’ll have not only have a good time, but you’ll learn something about wine and dinosaurs while you’re at it. $40. 7PM-9PM. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/wine-dinosaurs/

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert. Learning on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard destined for greatness, Harry leaves for wizarding school for the first time in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™. This concert presents the first movie of the unforgettable series while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ enchanting score. Join for an evening of music and magic. Two additional shows, Saturday and Sunday. Ticket prices vary. 8PM. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Calvert St., Baltimore. https://my.bsomusic.org/17979/17980

Bootcamp with XPF. Bootcamp is designed to give you an intense full body workout in the shortest time possible. Implementing the progressive, personal style of the XPF system; you’ll be training using athletic drills, body weight exercises, plyometrics, and much more. Expect to lose weight, improve your overall fitness level and have fun! Registration required. FREE. 8AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935020

Dance2Fitness with XPF. D2F is a fun, vigorous, prime workout that infuses high-intensity, functional fitness movements into choreographed dance routines. Expect increased energy, fat loss, improved coordination and cognitive functioning. Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935048

Fitness Series: Yoga. Free outdoor Yoga with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle and a mat to the West Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free yoga workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 9AM-10AM. West Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/263816515934207

Boards & Breakfast/Free Skate Demo w/ Joey Jett. Enjoy some iced coffee and waffles while your kid goes "X-Games Mode" during a FREE skate workshop with pro skater, Joey Jett! Boards & Breakfast is brought to you by Babe Beans Roasting, All Good Food, and Joey Jett! FREE. 9AM-11AM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontpartnership.org/do/boards-and-breakfast-free-skate-demo-w-and-joey-jett

Fitness Series: Bodyweight Bootcamp. A free outdoor Bootcamp with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle to the South Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free bodyweight bootcamp workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 10AM-11AM. South Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/1248484862589272

Yoga for All. Come to learn and play! All bodies are welcome at this family-friendly class suitable for beginners and advanced students alike. Registration required. FREE. 10AM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934831

Kerplunk! Saturday Family Drop-In Art Class. Kerplunk! Family Art Drop-in class is great for younger kids and families! Come join the fun in the Creative Alliance Marquee Lounge to create some art projects based on current exhibitions and fun crafts! This week the project is Mosaic Planters. FREE. 12PM-3PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/kerplunk-saturday-family-drop-art-class

Arts, Wine and Jazz Fest. Join the Havre de Grace Colored Museum & Cultural Center for the 5th Annual Arts, Wine & Jazz Festival. The event will take place at the Susquehanna Lock House Museum where the beautiful Susquehanna River meets the Chesapeake Bay. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the music, wine, food, scenery, and fun. Enjoy local vendors, A-list, spectacular jazz artists, phenomenal food, wines, beers and spirits, and a majestic venue unsurpassed in beauty. All of the proceeds benefit the Havre de Grace Colored Museum and Cultural Center. VIP Ticket options available including early admission, a souvenir wine glass, unlimited wine, beer and spirits tastings, $10 in food tickets and access to the VIP tent with a private bar and guaranteed seating. $20 General Admission; $40 Unlimited Tastings; $75 VIP Admission. 12PM-6PM (VIP access at 11:30AM). Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesto St., Havre de Grace. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-arts-wine-and-jazz-fest-tickets-318529449157

The Charmery's 9th Anniversary Party. The Charmery is turning 9 and to celebrate they have created special limited edition Anniversary Flavors that are all a nod to the number 9! Some of these flavors were developed in collaboration to give back to the community, with 10% of proceeds going to support local community causes. Check out the link to see the list of special flavors, head to the Charmery and enjoy some delicious ice cream! Hours vary, see link for details. All Charmery locations: Hampden, Towson, Columbia, Federal Hill and the Ice Cream Factory. https://www.thecharmery.com/anniversary-party

Literary Mount Vernon Walking Tour. Follow in the footsteps of Baltimore's literary luminaries and discover the elegant brownstone mansions and majestic cultural institutions built by Baltimore's successful 19th century merchants and industrialists. Learn how a neighborhood of scholars, struggling artists and authors, newspaperman, philanthropists and social reformers offered rich opportunities to discuss and debate ideas and open new literary avenues. Tickets are required. $10. 1PM-3PM. Enoch Pratt Free Library Central Branch, 400 Cathedral St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-literary-mount-vernon-walking-tour-tickets-330082253907

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert. Learning on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard destined for greatness, Harry leaves for wizarding school for the first time in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™. This concert presents the first movie of the unforgettable series while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ enchanting score. Join for an evening of music and magic. Two additional shows, Friday and Sunday. Ticket prices vary. 3PM. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Calvert St., Baltimore. https://my.bsomusic.org/17979/17981

Zoo Snooze. Join other zoo-loving families for an educational sleepover in either the Penguin Education Center or Main Valley. You and your children will explore Zoo exhibits to learn about African penguins, African reptiles and mammals, and some of the zoo's local nocturnal animals. Ticket price includes dinner and breakfast, games and activities, and admission to the zoo on the following day. $85 members; $95 non-members. 5:30PM-9:30AM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/zoo-snooze-overnights/family-overnights/

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Riot Squad Run. The mission of RIOT Squad is to continue to foster a supportive environment in Baltimore City for each other's goals, both fitness and in life. Join a community of dedicated runners and family of athletes pushing each other to achieve goals on and off the pavement! Each Sunday run features two routes 3-4 Miles and 5-7 miles. All paces and levels are welcomed. Registration required. FREE. 8AM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934499

Flex'T Yoga with Bikram Yoga Works. Instructor Andersen Banks teaches a class called FLEX'T, a myofascial yoga class designed to realign the spine and open up the body's pelvic floor. Come and enjoy an unforgettable Sunday stretch overlooking the Waterfront! Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935146

Low Impact Bootcamp with Federal Hill Fitness. Ready to release all that COVID-19 related stress? This Outdoor Low Impact Bootcamp is for you! Give 45mins and this class will return the favor in sweat, fun and muscle fatigue. Expect the unexpected, with a mix of plyometrics, cardio and core work that continually changes and challenges. Modifications offered for any limitations, all fitness levels welcome. Bring a towel and water bottle, you will need it! Registration required. FREE. 10AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935098

Craft Your Own Brunch Cocktails Class. Looking to kick off your Sunday bright and early? Indulge with Sagamore Spirit for their Craft Your Own Brunch Cocktails Class. Come join one of their teammates as they walk you through the history of Sagamore Spirit. Gather in a tasting rooms with individual stations to make two brunch inspired, whiskey cocktails! $25. 10:30AM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/craft-your-own-brunch-cocktails-class/

Sunday Funday - Bloody Mary Brunch. Join this class for some decadent brunch favorites including a Bloody Mary bar with all of the fixins'. Remember, Schola is BYOB so you will need to bring your own alcohol. Menu: Prime Rib Potato Hash with Poached Eggs and Hollandaise; Sausage Biscuits and Gravy; Buttermilk Dutch Baby Pancakes and Seasonal Fruit; and, a make-your-own Omelette station. $65. 11AM-1:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunday-funday-bloody-mary-brunch-tickets-388204489077

Riverside Summer Concert Series. The Riverside Summer Concert Series, presented by Domino Sugar, is back each Second Sunday June – September. Enjoy a live band, beer and wine sales, a food truck, Miss Twist, and raffles. FREE. 5PM-8PM. Riverside Park,301 E Randall St., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/603153718014794

Patterson Park Summer Concert Series. Come enjoy these FREE summertime concerts at the Patterson Park Pagoda Observatory. Enjoy the Haitian Caribbean Festival Concert this Sunday evening! FREE. 6PM-8PM. Patterson Park Pagoda Observatory, S Patterson Park Ave. & E Pratt St., Baltimore. https://pattersonpark.com/concerts

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone in Concert. Learning on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard destined for greatness, Harry leaves for wizarding school for the first time in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™. This concert presents the first movie of the unforgettable series while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ enchanting score. Join for an evening of music and magic. Ticket prices vary. 6:30PM Gates; 8PM Show. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pky, Columbia. https://merriweathermusic.com/event/harry-potter-and-the-half-blood-prince-in-concert/

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Mission Fit Boot Camp. Join MissionFit, a non-profit gym for inner-city youth, to whip all ages into shape. Coach Yoshwah will teach how and why form matters for foundational exercises and ways to make an exercise tailored to your fitness level and body type. But don't get it twisted; you will sweat and be challenged, both as an individual and a team! Bring your children, spouse, or friend to get this work! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934989

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Strong on the Lawn. Join Jessi, NASM certified personal trainer and running coach with Charm City Run for a bodyweight bootcamp intended to test your strength and stability. Participants will work on total body strength, core and agility in this fast paced class. Bring a water bottle, yoga mat and a great attitude! All levels welcome. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935123

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Line Dancing. A beginner line dance class where participants will learn various line dances, terminology, and the self-confidence to get up and dance when familiar line dance music is played at events! Line dancing can help with memory and coordination, and it is a wonderful way to get a total body workout while listening to music and meeting new friends. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935074

Vinyasa Yoga with Breathing Dragon. Come sweat with the Dragons! Breathing Dragon Yoga is Baltimore’s newest hot yoga studio and is proud to offer your favorite styles of yoga, Dragon Style! They offer a variety of yoga classes from Dragon Epic (Original Hot Yoga, which is Hatha Yoga in the Heat) to Dragon Power Flow (Vinyasa Flow) to Dragon Yin/Yang classes. They can’t wait to introduce you to all the different styles of yoga that they offer! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935176

Summer Pastas. One of the chefs at Schola's favorite things to do is make pasta. But when summer arrives the idea of heavy sauces such as Alfredo and Bolognaise are just not as appealing as they are in the colder weather. It is hard to beat the great taste of fresh pasta, so join this class to make fresh pasta and give it a much lighter, refreshing look. Menu: Gazpacho' pasta salad; Lemony Cucumber salad with angel hair pasta; Cavatelli with peas, mint and feta cheese and cheese; Tortellini with charred tomatoes, roasted garlic and arugula. $65 per person. 6PM-8:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-pastas-tickets-388193446047

Films on the Pier: Lost City. Films on the Pier returns with five dates in August! Every Wednesday, enjoy a FREE showing on the new projection screen. This week enjoy a screening of Lost City. Movies start at dusk. Bring a chair, grab some takeout, and enjoy! FREE. 8:30PM. Broadway Pier, 900 S Broadway St., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/FilmsOnThePier/

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Lunch Meditation - Sensory Immersion. Sensory Immersion w/ Certified nature Guide Ted Martello of Baltimore City Rec & Parks. Nature therapy is focused around sensory immersion in a natural environment. Guided by invitations to connect with nature through one of the senses, participants find themselves immersed in the natural environment of Wills Park and will draw from this their own unique experience. Registration required. FREE. 12PM-1PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935333

Beginner Yoga with Claire Strock. Develop awareness and presence in the body through mindfulness, breath work, and steady gentle movement. Class will begin with a warm up followed by a combination of sitting and standing poses, balancing work, twists, and will end with a relaxing savasana meditation. This is a level one yoga class. Adaptations can be made for all levels. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935203

Wine Tasting Cooking Class with Paradox Wines: Sparkling Wines. Join the chefs at Schola to learn about and pair sparkling wines with heavy hors d'oeuvres. The menu will be determined closer to the date but will definitely start with a huge charcuterie table and then about 5-6 delicious appetizers from around the world. They promise you will not leave hungry! $85 per person. 6PM-9PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wine-tasting-cooking-class-with-paradox-wines-sparkling-wines-tickets-388161049147

MVP Movie Night: Sister Act. Summer in the Squares 2022 presents: Sister Act. When a nightclub singer is forced to take refuge from the mob in a convent, she ends up turning the convent choir into a soulful chorus complete with a Motown repertoire, until the sudden celebrity of the choir jeopardizes her identity. Come out at sunset in Mount Vernon Place's verdant East Square for the final movie of the summer. Bring your own snacks and a picnic blanket or lawn chair. As always, popcorn is FREE! FREE. 8:30PM. 9:30PM. Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/1400089550438267

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Twilight Family Stroll: Dinos at Dusk. Ever wonder what happens at the Zoo after hours and the lights go out? Come enjoy this guided tour of the Zoo as the sun goes down. Learn how to use your senses at night and how animals are adapted to life in the dark. Participants will tour the Zoo from a whole new perspective. What lurks at the Zoo at twilight? Dinosaurs of course, and other animals too. Bring your friends, family, and flashlight for a sundown exploration of the ways dinos are like some of the Zoo animals. $40 members; $51 non-members. 5PM-7PM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/event_series/twilight-family-stroll/dinos-at-dusk/

Yoga with DivaYogi. Family friendly, beginner level yoga class. Participants will be guided through a series of accessible standing, seated, and reclined yoga poses. They are designed to help improve circulation, strength, balance and bring an overall sense of wellbeing. Not only will this class help you to reconnect with yourself, but your community, as well. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935228

Summer Sounds at the Square with Nelly's Echo. Our favorite summer concert series is BACK! The fifth Summer Sounds concert of the 2022 season will be held LIVE at the Square on Friday, July 22nd as a smaller event with a family feel. Come out for a night of pop and R&B with Nelly’s Echo from season three of The Voice! FREE. 6PM-8PM. Belvedere Square Market, 529 Belevedere Ave., Baltimore. https://belvederesquare.com/events/

Ari and the Buffalo Kings. Ari and the Buffalo Kings are back at Creative Alliance with a world of well-traveled folk to lift you up into shiny new heart spaces and explore the strange and beautiful reaches of the human heart mind. With music inspired by the sands and soils of the band's travels, Ari and the Buffalo Kings' lush sonic landscapes and infectious grooves offer a unique experience inspired by Spanish guitar, classical flute and cello, folksy three-part harmonies, and poetry that makes you feel, think, and call your mother just to check-in. Part music concert, part meditation instruction, part comedy routine... this is a night in the Creative Alliance theater you don't want to miss! $15, $12 members (+$3 Service Fee). 8PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/ari-and-buffalo-kings

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Bootcamp with XPF. Bootcamp is designed to give you an intense full body workout in the shortest time possible. Implementing the progressive, personal style of the XPF system; you’ll be training using athletic drills, body weight exercises, plyometrics, and much more. Expect to lose weight, improve your overall fitness level and have fun! Registration required. FREE. 8AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935021

Dance2Fitness with XPF. D2F is a fun, vigorous, prime workout that infuses high-intensity, functional fitness movements into choreographed dance routines. Expect increased energy, fat loss, improved coordination and cognitive functioning. Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935049

Fitness Series: Yoga. Free outdoor Yoga with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle and a mat to the West Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free yoga workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 9AM-10AM. West Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/1219559318785271

Fitness Series: Bodyweight Bootcamp. A free outdoor Bootcamp with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle to the South Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free bodyweight bootcamp workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 10AM-11AM. South Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/337517075002354

Summer BBQ & Sides Class. Get out of the heat and learn how to make BBQ and delicious sides to go with it! Menu: Pulled Pork BBQ with classic sauces; Perfect Ribs and all the fixins; Potato Salad; Mexican Street Corn; Coleslaw; and, Strawberry Shortcakes with whipped cream. $65. 11AM-1:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-bbq-sides-class-tickets-388190366837

Kerplunk! Saturday Family Drop-In Art Class. Kerplunk! Family Art Drop-in class is great for younger kids and families! Come join the fun in the Creative Alliance Marquee Lounge to create some art projects based on current exhibitions and fun crafts! This week the project is Kinetic Creatures. FREE. 12PM-3PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/kerplunk-saturday-family-drop-art-class

Summer BBQ Evening Class. Get out of the heat and learn how to make BBQ and delicious sides to go with it! Menu: Mexican Street Corn with Handmade Tortilla Chips to snack on while you cook; Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad with Mint; Cedar Plank BBQ Salmon; Braised Pork Ribs with a "Special Sauce"; Loaded Baked Potatoes; 3 Bean Salad in a Vinaigrette; and, Strawberry Shortcakes with whipped cream. $85. 5PM-8PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-bbq-evening-class-tickets-388294367907

Bask in Freedom. Join Creative Alliance to celebrate freedom of Black expression with a special commission and live performance by Akua Allrich and her band, whose effortless weaving of blues, soul, and jazz roots is bound to move both body and mind. This family-friendly live performance is FREE and will include a specially commissioned piece by Akua Allrich and her band that celebrates the fearless expression of Black freedom. Come, bask in your freedom! FREE. 7PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/bask-freedom

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Riot Squad Run. The mission of RIOT Squad is to continue to foster a supportive environment in Baltimore City for each other's goals, both fitness and in life. Join a community of dedicated runners and family of athletes pushing each other to achieve goals on and off the pavement! Each Sunday run features two routes 3-4 Miles and 5-7 miles. All paces and levels are welcomed. Registration required. FREE. 8AM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934500

Farmers Market Brunch. Meet at the northeast corner of the Baltimore Farmers' Market at 8AM, right in front of Zeke's Coffee. Grab a cup of their latest roast and then wander the stalls, purchasing whatever the season has to offer. You'll then head back to Schola to cook several brunch dishes using whatever great produce and other food items that the group has found. It's a great way to learn about different foods you may have never even thought to purchase or try to cook. $70. 8AM-11:30AM. Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar, Saratoga St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/farmers-market-brunch-tickets-323539133257

Flex'T Yoga with Bikram Yoga Works. Instructor Andersen Banks teaches a class called FLEX'T, a myofascial yoga class designed to realign the spine and open up the body's pelvic floor. Come and enjoy an unforgettable Sunday stretch overlooking the Waterfront! Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935147

Low Impact Bootcamp with Federal Hill Fitness. Ready to release all that COVID-19 related stress? This Outdoor Low Impact Bootcamp is for you! Give 45mins and this class will return the favor in sweat, fun and muscle fatigue. Expect the unexpected, with a mix of plyometrics, cardio and core work that continually changes and challenges. Modifications offered for any limitations, all fitness levels welcome. Bring a towel and water bottle, you will need it! Registration required. FREE. 10AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935099

Ancestral Celebration at The Ynot Lot. A special Summer celebration of our ancestors and the traditions that unite us! Hosted by Yoruba Priestess Iya Keturah and West African Spiritual Community Ile Yemoja Achaba 6-6, this is a heartfelt family event where we all can uplift and celebrate our dearly departed. Enjoy song and dance from the West African tradition, including a special Community Ancestral Masquerade dance and traditional Libation Ceremony, and learn about ancestral veneration practices across cultures, with altars, demo tables, and presentations by members of the Latin American, multicultural Jewish, and Indigenous communities, and more. Be a part of the celebration by bringing a photo of a loved one who is no longer with us, along with flowers, candles, and beloved items to include on our Community Ancestor Table. Then, participants will remember our ancestors through a ceremony led by Iya Keturah and share stories of loved ones in our Elder Storytelling Circle. Come and learn about different spiritual traditions' approaches to remembering, revering, and celebrating those who have passed on, and share your own tradition as well! All are welcome, regardless of tradition, age, or background. At 2PM, prior to the main event, join Iya Keturah and Ile Yemoja Achaba 6-6 at the corner of Greenmont Ave. and E. Oliver Street at the entrance of the Greenmont Cemetery for a special cemetery ceremony and drum-led procession to the Ancestral Celebration at Ynot Lot at 3PM! FREE. 4 W North Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/ancestral-celebration-ynot-lot

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Mission Fit Boot Camp. Join MissionFit, a non-profit gym for inner-city youth, to whip all ages into shape. Coach Yoshwah will teach how and why form matters for foundational exercises and ways to make an exercise tailored to your fitness level and body type. But don't get it twisted; you will sweat and be challenged, both as an individual and a team! Bring your children, spouse, or friend to get this work! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934990

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Strong on the Lawn. Join Jessi, NASM certified personal trainer and running coach with Charm City Run for a bodyweight bootcamp intended to test your strength and stability. Participants will work on total body strength, core and agility in this fast paced class. Bring a water bottle, yoga mat and a great attitude! All levels welcome. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935124

The Art of Making Sushi. Traditional Japanese sushi can be considered amazingly simple...just fish and rice. But it is much more complicated than that. Join this class to explore the proper way to make sushi rice, how to choose and cut different types of fish and how to make the basic sushi styles. The chefs will turn you loose to create your own sushi creations! This is a gluten-free class! $70. 6PM-8:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-art-of-making-sushi-gluten-free-class-tickets-388225070637

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Line Dancing. A beginner line dance class where participants will learn various line dances, terminology, and the self-confidence to get up and dance when familiar line dance music is played at events! Line dancing can help with memory and coordination, and it is a wonderful way to get a total body workout while listening to music and meeting new friends. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935075

Vinyasa Yoga with Breathing Dragon. Come sweat with the Dragons! Breathing Dragon Yoga is Baltimore’s newest hot yoga studio and is proud to offer your favorite styles of yoga, Dragon Style! They offer a variety of yoga classes from Dragon Epic (Original Hot Yoga, which is Hatha Yoga in the Heat) to Dragon Power Flow (Vinyasa Flow) to Dragon Yin/Yang classes. They can’t wait to introduce you to all the different styles of yoga that they offer! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935177

Asian Small Plates. Join this class to explore some Asian dishes that we all love...Participants will prepare several items and sit down for a tapas-style feast after. Menu: Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps; Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Shrimp; Indonesian/Filipino Style Lumpia; Assorted Vegetable Tempura with Dipping Sauces; and Steamed Pork Dumplings with Ponzu Sauce. $65. 6PM-8:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asian-small-plates-tickets-388258701227

Films on the Pier: He's Just Not That Into You. Films on the Pier returns with five dates in August! Every Wednesday, enjoy a FREE showing on the new projection screen. This week enjoy a screening of He's Just Not That Into You. Movies start at dusk. Bring a chair, grab some takeout, and enjoy! FREE. 8:30PM. Broadway Pier, 900 S Broadway St., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/FilmsOnThePier/

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Maryland State Fair. The 141st Maryland State Fair will take place starting August 25th and be open for 3 consecutive weekends including September 1-5 and 8-11! Enjoy agricultural exhibits and competitions, live music, rides, beer and wine garden, and lots of food! Performances by Nelly, Niko Moon & Lauren Alaina, and Styx during the final weekend, September 9-11. Ticket options and prices vary. Gates open 5PM Thursday and 9AM Friday through Sunday; Fair closes at 10PM. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. http://www.marylandstatefair.com/

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Lunch Meditation - Sensory Immersion. Sensory Immersion w/ Certified nature Guide Ted Martello of Baltimore City Rec & Parks. Nature therapy is focused around sensory immersion in a natural environment. Guided by invitations to connect with nature through one of the senses, participants find themselves immersed in the natural environment of Wills Park and will draw from this their own unique experience. Registration required. FREE. 12PM-1PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935337

Beginner Yoga with Claire Strock. Develop awareness and presence in the body through mindfulness, breath work, and steady gentle movement. Class will begin with a warm up followed by a combination of sitting and standing poses, balancing work, twists, and will end with a relaxing savasana meditation. This is a level one yoga class. Adaptations can be made for all levels. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935204

Platters & Pours - Charcuterie Board Building with Bon AppleCheese. Join Sagamore Spirit and Bon AppleCheese at the distillery for a night of charcuterie board building and cheese and whiskey pairings! Each guest will enjoy building their own charcuterie board to take home. While arranging your board, guests will partake in food tastings that include pairings of four of Sagamore's signature whiskies. Their cocktail bar, Nineteen O'Nine, will be open for additional cocktails during your time. Sign up fast as space is limited! $75. 6PM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/platters-pours-charcuterie-board-building-with-bon-applecheese/

Summer in the Squares: Charles Street Winding Boys. Summer in the Squares returns with a great line up of performances featuring Baltimore's amazingly talented musicians. The Charles Street Winding Boys return to Mount Vernon Place with their traditional and Gypsy jazz in the style of Django Reinhardt, led by banjo and bassist, Zachary Serleth. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy an evening of music in the beautiful West Square of Mount Vernon Place! FREE. 7PM-8:30PM. Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/1290940831315410

Zydeco Legend: Nathan & The Zydeco Cha-Chas. Nathan & The Zydeco Cha-Chas are one of the most dynamic zydeco bands on the planet. Led by deeply soulful Nathan Williams, the Cha-Chas are a zydeco band with some serious blues chops whose sound is deeply traditional and also uniquely their own. Nathan formed The Cha-Chas back in 1985, and since then has brought his unique take on this regional South Louisiana music to all corners of the globe. From Lincoln Center in New York to The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Nathan’s music has crossed all barriers to speak to the very heart of his audience. Inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2005, he was honored last year with the Zydeco Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The Cha-Chas have been voted the top Festival Band in the country, and have won the coveted Big Easy award for Best Zydeco Band for several years running. $23, $20 members (+$3 Service Fee). 8PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/zydeco-legend-nathan-zydeco-cha-chas

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Yoga with DivaYogi. Family friendly, beginner level yoga class. Participants will be guided through a series of accessible standing, seated, and reclined yoga poses. They are designed to help improve circulation, strength, balance and bring an overall sense of wellbeing. Not only will this class help you to reconnect with yourself, but your community, as well. Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Wills Park at Harbor Point, 1401 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935229

Spanish Tapas Date Night. Bring your favorite sous chef to this class to cook several small dishes from Spain. Menu: Paella con Chorizo, Pollo & Mejillones; Garlic Shrimp; Pane con Tomate y Manchego; Mushroom Croquettas; Patates Bravas, Garlic Aioli; and, Mini Caramel Flan. $85 per person. 6PM-9PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spanish-tapas-date-night-tickets-388212462927

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Maryland Renaissance Festival. Renn Fest is back and open weekends through October 23! With 8 stages, jousting, street entertainment and pub/tavern performances all included with your admission, there is so much to do and see, that not all of it can be experienced in one day. Ticket prices vary and are subject to change. See link for more info. 10AM-7PM. Maryland Renaissance Festival, 1821 Crownsville Rd., Annapolis. https://rennfest.com/

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Bootcamp with XPF. Bootcamp is designed to give you an intense full body workout in the shortest time possible. Implementing the progressive, personal style of the XPF system; you’ll be training using athletic drills, body weight exercises, plyometrics, and much more. Expect to lose weight, improve your overall fitness level and have fun! Registration required. FREE. 8AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935022

Dance2Fitness with XPF. D2F is a fun, vigorous, prime workout that infuses high-intensity, functional fitness movements into choreographed dance routines. Expect increased energy, fat loss, improved coordination and cognitive functioning. Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935050

Fitness Series: Yoga. Free outdoor Yoga with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle and a mat to the West Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free yoga workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 9AM-10AM. West Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/673725910380551

Fitness Series: Bodyweight Bootcamp. A free outdoor Bootcamp with City Fit Baltimore and the Conservancy! Bring a water bottle to the South Square of Mount Vernon Place on Saturday morning for a free bodyweight bootcamp workout. Appropriate for all levels; participants must fill out a waiver before attending. FREE. 10AM-11AM. South Square, Mount Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/events/1095605584643686

Summer Sausage Making Class. This class will learn about the proper tools and ingredients for making a variety of fresh sausages: Chicken Sausage; Chorizo; Seafood Sausage; Italian; Merguez. The chefs will then talk about the curing of meats and the process of makign bacon. You will finish by sampling all of these amazing creations. $65. 11AM-1:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-sausage-making-class-tickets-388228691467

Date Night - New Orleans Cooking. Louisiana Creole, defined by the cuisine of New Orleans, is a style of cooking which blends French, Spanish, West Africa, Amerindian, German, Caribbean, Italian and Irish influences as well as influences from the general cuisine of the Southern States. Join this class to explore the great recipes of the Big Easy! You’ll boil crawfish, recreate Arnaud’s Crabmeat Prentiss, roast some Oysters Pappas Style, make some Shrimp Po'Boys, Muffalettas and deep fry beignets for dessert. $85.00 per person. 5PM-8PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/date-night-new-orleans-cooking-tickets-388196906397

Interactive Movie Night: The Fifth Element. HELLO MEAT POPSICLES, it's your favorite 90's sci-fi action film, The Fifth Element! Shout the lines, play trivia and drinking games, imbibe Blue Diva drink specials, and win stuff! With ridiculous commentary from Jennifer Marsh & Heather Keating! Help this 23rd-century taxi driver and a supreme being try to save the world from a raging fireball that's on a collision course with Earth by grabbing a game pack! A limited number of game packs will be available at the door for $5. Packs included everything you need to fight off evil and save the planet from extinction! Come early, grab a seat, and mingle with your hosts before the show. You may get wet, dress appropriately. $18, $15 Members (+$3 service fee). 7PM mingle, 8PM movie. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.creativealliance.org/events/2022/interactive-movie-night-fifth-element

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Riot Squad Run. The mission of RIOT Squad is to continue to foster a supportive environment in Baltimore City for each other's goals, both fitness and in life. Join a community of dedicated runners and family of athletes pushing each other to achieve goals on and off the pavement! Each Sunday run features two routes 3-4 Miles and 5-7 miles. All paces and levels are welcomed. Registration required. FREE. 8AM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934501

Flex'T Yoga with Bikram Yoga Works. Instructor Andersen Banks teaches a class called FLEX'T, a myofascial yoga class designed to realign the spine and open up the body's pelvic floor. Come and enjoy an unforgettable Sunday stretch overlooking the Waterfront! Registration required. FREE. 9AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935148

Low Impact Bootcamp with Federal Hill Fitness. Ready to release all that COVID-19 related stress? This Outdoor Low Impact Bootcamp is for you! Give 45mins and this class will return the favor in sweat, fun and muscle fatigue. Expect the unexpected, with a mix of plyometrics, cardio and core work that continually changes and challenges. Modifications offered for any limitations, all fitness levels welcome. Bring a towel and water bottle, you will need it! Registration required. FREE. 10AM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935100

New Orleans Brunch. Take this class to prepare some delicious brunch classics with a New Orleans twist! Menu: Crawfish Benedicts with homemade Hollandaise Sauce; BBQ Shrimp & Cheddar Grits; Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread; Andouille Sausage Potato Hash; and, Bananas Foster French Toast. $70. 11AM-1:30PM. Schola, 916 N Charles St., Baltimore. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-orleans-brunch-tickets-388234097637

Make Your Own Rocks Glass Class. Come join Sagamore Spirit and McFadden Art Glass for a hand's-on glass making event. Join the McFadden Art Glass crew who will walk you through the glassblowing process of making your very own rocks glass then enjoy a guided tasting of various Sagamore Spirit expressions. Each guest will make one rocks glass. Glasses take a full day to dry and require pick-up from the distillery as early as the following Wednesday. This class is outside and will be weather permitted. Spaces are limited so be sure to sign up! $65. 12PM, 2PM or 4PM. Sagamore Spirit Distillery, 301 E Cromwell St., Baltimore. https://sagamorespirit.com/tours-and-events/make-your-own-rocks-glass-class/

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Mission Fit Boot Camp. Join MissionFit, a non-profit gym for inner-city youth, to whip all ages into shape. Coach Yoshwah will teach how and why form matters for foundational exercises and ways to make an exercise tailored to your fitness level and body type. But don't get it twisted; you will sweat and be challenged, both as an individual and a team! Bring your children, spouse, or friend to get this work! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Rash Field Park, 201 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10934991

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Strong on the Lawn. Join Jessi, NASM certified personal trainer and running coach with Charm City Run for a bodyweight bootcamp intended to test your strength and stability. Participants will work on total body strength, core and agility in this fast paced class. Bring a water bottle, yoga mat and a great attitude! All levels welcome. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935125

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Line Dancing. A beginner line dance class where participants will learn various line dances, terminology, and the self-confidence to get up and dance when familiar line dance music is played at events! Line dancing can help with memory and coordination, and it is a wonderful way to get a total body workout while listening to music and meeting new friends. Registration required. FREE. 6PM-7PM. West Shore Park, 401 Light St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935076

Vinyasa Yoga with Breathing Dragon. Come sweat with the Dragons! Breathing Dragon Yoga is Baltimore’s newest hot yoga studio and is proud to offer your favorite styles of yoga, Dragon Style! They offer a variety of yoga classes from Dragon Epic (Original Hot Yoga, which is Hatha Yoga in the Heat) to Dragon Power Flow (Vinyasa Flow) to Dragon Yin/Yang classes. They can’t wait to introduce you to all the different styles of yoga that they offer! Registration required. FREE. 6PM. Harbor Point Central Plaza, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://waterfrontwellnessbmore.punchpass.com/classes/10935178

Films on the Pier: Top Gun (1986 - the original). Films on the Pier returns with five dates in August! Every Wednesday, enjoy a FREE showing on the new projection screen. This week enjoy a screening of the original Top Gun from 1986. Movies start at dusk. Bring a chair, grab some takeout, and enjoy! FREE. 8:30PM. Broadway Pier, 900 S Broadway St., Baltimore. https://www.facebook.com/FilmsOnThePier/

Farmers' Markets

Baltimore Farmers' Market and Bazaar. (April - December). The Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar, returns for its 44th season. Just in time to kick off the spring season, the Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar welcomes back beloved elements like hot food vendors and the Bazaar’s artisans in a limited capacity. The Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar will continue maintaining public health regulations to provide a safe experience for all. Open Sundays 7AM-12PM, from April 3 through December 18. Holliday and Saratoga Streets, Baltimore. https://www.promotionandarts.org/events-festivals/baltimore-farmers-market-bazaar

B&O Farmers' Market. Every Thursday join the community in the front parking lot of the B&O Railroad Museum for a community centered safe-shopping experience featuring an amazing lineup of beloved local vendors. Open Thursdays 4:30PM-7:30PM from May 19 through September 29. B&O Railroad Museum, 901 W Pratt St., Baltimore. https://www.borail.org/events/bo-farmers-market-3/

Bel Air Farmers' Market. Celebrating 47 years this season, the Bel Air Farmers' Market has new hours! Open 8AM-12PM every Saturday. The market is a producer only market - everything you see is grown, raised or made by the vendors. In addition to local farmers, value added vendors, local wineries & breweries are part of the market family. Local wineries and breweries rotate weekly; check out the Events calendar on the Bel Air Farmers' Market website for a list of vendors and events schedule. Come for the fresh food and local vendors, enjoy the live, local music and family entertainment while your there! Open Saturdays 8AM-12PM April 9 through November 19. Bel Air District Courthouse Parking Lot, 2 S Bond St., Bel Air. https://www.belairfarmersmarket.com/

BMI Farmers' Market Opening Day. The BMI Farmers’ Market is a great way to spend your Saturday mornings. The Market provides a safe, socially distanced opportunity to shop local. You can find fresh produce, oven-fresh bread, bright flowers, tasty ready-to-eat treats, artisan items, and more grown/made within 150 miles of the museum. Masks are encouraged for the safety of all visitors. See you at the Market! FREE admission. 9AM-1PM Saturdays from May 21 through November 26. Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy., Baltimore. https://www.thebmi.org/programs-events/bmi-farmers-market/

Catonsville Sunday Farmers' Market. Sponsored by the Greater Catonsville Chamber of Commerce, this Sunday Market offers produce picked at the peak of freshness along with a delicious variety of baked goods and specialty items that include adult-beverages. Meet the people who grow and produce the food and beverages you love. The Chamber is proud that the Sunday Market continues to be a community center, where friends and neighbors meet for a relaxed, old-fashioned farmers market experience. Open Sundays 9AM-12PM from May 1 through November 20. Catonsville Sunday Market, 15 Mellor Ave., Catonsville. https://www.catonsville.org/sunday-farmers-market/

Cross Street Farmers' Market. The Cross Street Farmers' Market is committed to supporting local farmers and providing the community with safe, convenient access to fresh food. Vendors span the entire length of E Cross Street, just outside of Cross Street Market. The Market hosts some of the best growers and makers from Maryland and surrounding areas - 75% of their vendors are Baltimore-based! Open Sundays, June 5 -October 16, 10AM-2PM. E Cross Street between Charles and Light Sts., Baltimore. https://www.crossstreetfarmersmarket.com/

Fells Point Farmers' Market (year-round). Located at the corner of Broadway and Thames Streets in historic Fell’s Point, this market is a long-standing tradition. (You can still see the old stall numbers etched in the curbs surrounding Broadway Square). Stop by for grab-and-go bites, fresh produce and spirits from local distillers. Located just blocks away from downtown hotels, it’s also easily accessible from Water Taxi Landing 11. Open Saturdays, December through April, from 9AM-12:30PM; May through November from 7:30AM-12:30PM. Broadway & Thames Streets, Baltmore. http://www.fellspointfarmersmarket.com/

Good Life Thursday Farmers' Market. Local wine/local food/local music is Boordy Vineyard's motto! Come for some local veggies, flowers, delicious sweets and more. Local musicians play every week – so stay for a while and enjoy the food and music – there are picnic tables spread around and you are welcome to bring your own picnic blanket or chairs. FREE admission. Open Thursdays from 3PM-7PM May 5 through October 20. Boordy Vineyard, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes. https://www.boordy.com/visit-the-vineyard/events/

Kenilworth Farmers' Market. The Kenilworth Farmers Market is located at The Shops at Kenilworth in Towson at the lower level parking lot, “Down Under” the parking deck. Local vendors sell vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, cheese, pastries, honey, nuts, wine, flowers, mushrooms, spices, and more! Open Tuesdays from 3PM-6PM from April through November. The Shops at Kenilworth, 800 Kenilworth Dr., Towson. https://thekenilworthmarket.com/

Pratt Street Market. Looking for an exceptional lunchtime experience? The Pratt Street Market provides Downtown Baltimore residents, employees, and visitors access to prepared lunch options, products from local makers, and locally farmed agricultural goods on a weekly basis. This year, the market will be located at Pratt & Light Street Plaza (corner of Pratt and Light Streets, outside of the Transamerica building), and will occur on Thursdays from 11AM -2PM running June 2 - September. Located at Pratt & Light Street Plaza, corner of Pratt and Light Sts., Baltimore. https://godowntownbaltimore.com/pratt-street-market/

Pikesville Farmers' Market Opening Day. Local produce, meats, wine, spirits, candles, soaps and more from 30 vendors! Open Tuesdays 2PM-6PM from May 17 through November 29. Pomona Square, 1700 Reisterstown Rd, Baltmore. https://www.facebook.com/Pikesvillefarmersmarket/

32nd Street Farmers' Market (year-round). The Waverly Farmers Market is more than a source of good food, it’s also the Charles Village social event of the week. Open year-round, rain or shine, the market provides fresh fruit and veggies, thick slabs of meat ready for the barbecue as well as baked goods and preserves, among other culinary delights. Open Saturdays 7AM-12PM, all year long. Located in the parking lot at the intersection of E 32nd Street & Barclay Street, Baltimore. https://www.32ndstreetmarket.org/map/

Ongoing Online and Virtual Enrichment Events

Miscellaneous and Just for Fun

LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems! Mo Willems, beloved children's author, invites you into his studio every day for his lunch doodle. Learners worldwide can draw, doodle and explore new ways of writing by visiting Mo’s studio virtually once a day for the next few weeks. Grab some paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo to explore ways of writing and making together. If you post your art to social media, be sure to hashtag it with #MoLunchDoodles! New episodes will be posted each weekday at 1PM and then remain online to be streamed afterwards. Check back each weekday for new lunch doodles! FREE. https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems

Museums, National Parks and Gardens

Virtual Tour of The Waddesdon Manorm in Waddesdon, England. This Neo-Renaissance style château that has been a Rothschild family home since the late 1800s. The house, the grounds, and the majority of the collections seen throughout the home have been left to the National Trust, so that the public can visit and appreciate the home and gardens. The gardens were designed by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild with help from landscape architect Elie Lainé. The breathtakingly beautiful interiors of Waddesdon Manor can also be virtually toured using the link provided. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyYuxTfdtKo

Virtual Tour of Claude Monet’s Garden, Giverny, France. Claude Monet's garden inspired much of his painting. Royal Academy curator Ann Dumas introduces Claude Monet’s garden at Giverny in Normandy, which is open to the public between March and November and maintained by a team of gardeners led by James Priest. FREE. Garden tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjWx2WNXFF4.

Virtual Tour of Chicago Botanic Garden, Chicago IL. With over 50,000 members, the Chicago Botanic Garden has the highest membership of any public garden in the United States. The Garden consists of 385 acres and has a grand total of 27 gardens and four natural areas. Some of the 27 gardens include the English Walled Garden, the Japanese Garden, and the Plant Science Center. Boyce Tankersley, director of plant documentation, takes you on a tour of what's in bloom this summer. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aV0Ryaw0hGc

Virtual Tour of Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, Papaikou, HI. The Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden sits on 17 acres and it includes not only its own garden, but a nature preserve as well. With waterfalls, streams, and a boardwalk situated on the Pacific coast, this virtual tour is certainly a calming one, both visually and audibly. Expect to see more than 2,000 plant species, including over 80 species of heliconias and bromeliads, not to mention coconut and mango palm trees that have been around for over a century. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtZ0dcUzGX8

Virtual Tour of Kew Gardens, Richmond, England. Kew Gardens is part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, which also includes Wakehurst, a historic house and garden located over an hour away, in West Sussex, England. Located on 326 acres and boasting its own palace, Kew Gardens is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This virtual tour of 10 of the top ten sites in the Kew Gardens, also includes Kew Palace, the main surviving structure is known as Dutch House, which was once the residence of King George III and his family. Kew Gardens and Wakehurst have a grand total of approximately 27,000 taxa of plants, over 8 million specimens of plants and fungal herbarium, and a seed bank that contains more than 40,000 species. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioG_Vfh0Kxw

Virtual Tour Five National Parks. If you want to escape to the great outdoors, you can virtually explore national parks. Google Arts & Culture teamed up with five national parks across the country to provide video tours led by rangers. From glaciers in Alaska to volcanoes in Hawaii, the tours will take you on incredible journeys. FREE. https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/parks

Museum Tours from Around the World. On Google Arts & Culture, you can take a virtual tour of thousands of museums around the world. According to Fast Company, the tech giant partnered with more than 2,500 museums and galleries, some of which include the Museum of Modern Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and London's National Gallery. FREE. https://artsandculture.google.com/partner?hl=en

Virtual Tour the Louvre. While the Louvre in France is closed, you can virtually tour their exhibits. Tours allow you to zoom in on certain pieces and descriptions for more information. FREE. https://www.louvre.fr/en/visites-en-ligne

Virtual Tour Buckingham Palace. An iconic building and official residence of The Queen, Buckingham Palace has been the focus of many moments of national celebration. It is also a busy working building welcoming tens of thousands of people through its gates each year for Investitures, Garden Parties, Audiences and other events. Explore this magnificent building via a virtual tour. FREE. https://www.royal.uk/virtual-tours-buckingham-palace

Virtual Tour of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, FL. Vizcaya is a Mediterranean Revival-style villa with Baroque elements that was once the home of businessman James Deering. The estate consists of 43 acres. It took eight years and $15 million to build the villa, and another year to complete the Italian Renaissance-style gardens and Vizcaya Village, which consists of 11 buildings across 12 acres, including greenhouses, fields, staff quarters, a garage, barns, and workshops. Explore the grounds and buildings in this virtual tour. FREE. https://vizcaya.org/virtualtour/

Virtual Tour of The Frick Collection, New York, NY. This Beaux Arts-style mansion located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan was once home to Henry Clay Frick, one of the most prominent industrialists during the Gilded Age. Take a virtual tour and see Old Masters paintings, decorative arts, and European sculptures in this former residence turned art museum, which includes Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Whistler, Bellini, Vermeer, and Goya, to name a few. FREE. https://www.frick.org/visit/virtual_tour

Virtual Tour of the Vatican Museums. Instilling a sense of wonder in everyone who enters, the 15th century Sistine Chapel is most renowned for Michelangelo's ceiling frescos. You'll have them (and the rest of the place) to yourself if you visit virtually, before making your way through a whole series of Vatican Museums—not least, Raphael’s Room and the New Wing. FREE. http://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/tour-virtuali-elenco.1.html

The National Museum of Natural History. One of the world's most visited museums, and in our own backyard, this branch of the Smithsonian is magic at keeping kids of all ages entertained and learning. If your household could use some of that right now, head on in and start exploring the fossils, ocean life, even the insect zoo. And for pure eye candy, hit the Gems and Minerals Wing, or the Butterfly Pavilion. FREE. https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit/virtual-tour

Volcanoes National Park. It may not be the best known of our national parks, but Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island is certainly one of the most unforgettable, as you'll experience on this ranger-led tour. You’ll see stunning images of the rippling black rock formations and the still-fiery lava flows that feed them. You’ll also stand inside a rainforest, go underground to tour a lava tube and take a helicopter flight over an active volcano—a vantage you’d be hard pressed to find on an actual visit. FREE. https://artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parks-service/hawaii-volcanoes/nahuku-lava-tube-tour

The British Museum. Home to no fewer than 8,000,000 works, this is one of the world's largest collectiosn. Even the tiniest objects hold their own on this virtual tour - you can view individual pieces, play audio to learn more, and search for related works. There's also a scrolling capability that lets you go back thousands of years. FREE. https://britishmuseum.withgoogle.com/

Tour the Taj Mahal. Built by a 17th-century Mughal emperor in memory of his favorite wife, who died during childbirth, the Taj Mahal is one of the most lavish architectural tributes on earth. For perspective on how the marble exterior shade-shifts throughout the day, from early-morning pinks to dusky blues, check out this video. The persistent thrum of tour groups makes the scene that much more realistic. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=665AHTNpf2o

Virtual Deep Dives. Immerse yourself in the deep blue sea. NOAA is willing to take you there gear and cost free: You can do a series of virtual dives through National Marine Sanctuaries, whether you want to peace out to the waters around American Samoa (don’t miss Big Momma), the Florida Keys (have a look at the Aquarius Reef Base research center) or any of several spots in between. FREE. https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/vr/

Street Art Tours. If you’ve ever turned a city corner to be stopped in your tracks by the Technicolor explosion of a mural, you know the impact of street art. You can explore the world’s best graffiti, from Buenos Aires to Bombay, in Google’s impressive Street Art collection. See dozens of collections of the world's street art including giant abstractions that transform no-nonsense industrial buildings in Moscow, portraits in the arrondissements of Paris, and in Berlin, relive the fall of the wall through its iconic graffiti. FREE. https://streetart.withgoogle.com/en/online-exhibitions

Northern Lights. The traditional version of Northern Lights chasing includes piling on layers of clothing, waddling into a gorgeous but bone chilling expanse, waiting, running inside to warm up and repeating this dance hoping that you don't miss your chance. One advantage of watching from home, which you can do thanks to Manitoba’s Churchill Northern Studies Center, is that you cut straight to nature’s most amazing light show. Late winter into early spring happens to be among the best times to tune in. FREE. https://explore.org/livecams/aurora-borealis-northern-lights/northern-lights-cam

The Great Wall of China. Of the Great Wall's 4,000 total miles, 3,000 or so are walkable. Visit this New Wonder of the World virtually and start doing reconnaissance for your own trek without wearing out the tread on your gym shoes. FREE. https://www.thechinaguide.com/destination/great-wall-of-china

Zoos and Aquariums

Smithsonian National Zoo Webcams. Aquariums and zoos across the country are live streaming their animals, so you can see what they're up to. Smithsonian's National Zoo has webcams of naked mole-rats, lions, giant pandas, and elephants. While the webcams will remain online, the animals might not be visible because volunteers won't be operating the webcams. FREE. https://nationalzoo.si.edu/webcams

Houston Zoo Webcams. Tune in to the Houston Zoo webcams to see giraffes, gorillas, elephants, chimps, rhinos, and and leafcutter ants. FREE. https://www.houstonzoo.org/explore/webcams/

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Webcams. Through 10 webcams, you can virtually visit sea otters, moon jellies, sharks, penguins and other see creatures. FREE. https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/live-cams

The National Aquarium Webcam. Tune into the National Aquarium's Blacktip Reef, Jellies Invasion and Pacific Coral Reef livestreams and enjoy a piece of the Aquarium from home. Cameras are only live streaming during business hours. After hours you can enjoy a previously recorded live stream segment. FREE. https://www.aqua.org/Experience/live#pcr

San Diego Zoo Webcams. The country’s most-visited zoo, with more than 3,500 animals in residence, was a pioneer in the world of open-air habitats and remains a leader in conservation science. You can catch a number of the most beloved inhabitants on live streams. Your virtual visit even has an edge over real life: Though mega-celebs Bai Yun Xiao Liwu were repatriated last year, you'll still find great archival footage of them on the Panda Cam. FREE. https://animals.sandiegozoo.org/live-cams

Safari Live. SafariLive comes very close to the experience and thrill of going on a safari. Track lions, leopards and hyenas as you make your way around herds of wildebeest and elephants, all while expert rangers school you on what you're seeing. Great inspiration to book your next safari, when we are all out of our social isolation, of course. https://www.facebook.com/WildEarthLIVE/ or https://www.facebook.com/WildEarthLIVE/videos/904091053345547/

Musical Performances

BroadwayHD. BroadwayHD, a streaming service for theater fans started in 2015, has long been bringing Broadway performances to people’s living rooms. On the platform, subscribers will find a combination of acquired performances including performances of Cats, The King and I, and Sound of Music, along with originals the platform filmed including performances of Kinky Boots and 42nd Street, from Broadway, The West End, and other elite venues around the world. The platform is currently offering a free seven-day trial, along with a wildly affordable $8.99 monthly plan. So go ahead and watch as many times as you want. You can even sing along if you please because you’re in your own house, who’s going to complain? $8.99/month or $99.99/year after the 7 day FREE trial. https://www.broadwayhd.com/

Digital Stage from The Kennedy Center. Watch extraordinary performances from the Kennedy Center's stages and beyond. They'll feature original works, new clips, and the best of their vast archive which you can also explore on your own. FREE. https://www.kennedy-center.org/digitalstage/

Sydney Opera House. Now is your chance to take a peek inside the Sydney Opera House. Accompanied by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, cellist Benjamin Schwartz and soprano Nicole Car, you'll wander through a day in the life of the site, from early morning, before the performers arrive, to stolen moments between acts. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_hunddVoMjo

Educational Resources and Entertainment for Kids

Scholastic Education Courses. To help millions of students whose schools have closed continue to learn, Scholastic is offering free day-by-day projects. According to its website, “Every day includes four separate learning experiences, each built around a thrilling, meaningful story or video. Kids can do them on their own, with their families, or with their teachers.” The educational projects are categorized by grade levels, which range from pre-k and kindergarten to grades 6 plus. FREE. https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html

Science at Home. These science experiments, brought to you by the Maryland Science Center, will keep kids' minds learning and engaged. FREE. https://www.mdsci.org/learn/resources/science-at-home/

American Visionary Arts Museum Educational Resources. AVAM offers art workshops at the museum year-round that complement their collection and exhibitions. With these videos, they are coming to YOU with how to's of art projects you can do right at home with everyday household items. Enjoy, and have fun! FREE. http://www.avam.org/for-educators-and-educatees/educational-resources.shtml

Wilkening Consulting. A Seattle based parent and museum consultant has compiled a list of museums with online lesson plans and learning. Check back often for updates and additional links. FREE. http://www.wilkeningconsulting.com/parental-resources.html

Neil Gaiman Reads. English author, Neil Gaiman, is known for writing a vast array of books from graphic novels to children’s books, from short stories to collaborations with the late-great Terry Pratchett. Readers may also know Neil Gaiman for his soothing voice when he reads the likes of Lewis Carroll’s The Jabberwocky in no other than a tulgey wood for a charitable cause. Gaiman has shared free online readings of his works The Graveyard Book and Coraline. Head to his Mouse Circus website for younger readers to listen. FREE. http://www.mousecircus.com/videos/

Goodnight with Dolly. Beginning April 2nd, everyone’s favorite Book Lady, Dolly Parton, is bringing children and families everywhere just what they need during a time of unrest. Goodnight with Dolly is a 10-week special series of weekly videos featuring Dolly reading select Imagination Library books. It is the hope that this gift will further inspire a love of books and shared storytime during this important period. Dolly hopes this series of stories will provide comfort and reassurance to coping kids and families during the shelter-in-place mandates. There are also links for activity sheets on the site. FREE. https://imaginationlibrary.com/goodnight-with-dolly/

Exercise Classes and Videos

YMCA Exercise Videos. During this time of uncertainty, the Y is here for you. The Y continues to be your support for health and wellbeing, wherever you are. Regular exercise is one component of a healthy lifestyle that can help reduce stress and prevent illness. The Y is offering a variety of at-home exercise options called YMCA 360. You can take group exercise classes for all ages right in your own home at no charge for a limited time! Find some of your favorite classes by browsing videos. https://ymca360.org/

Kore Bootcamps. Virtual Bootcamp! Keep fit while social distancing. $50, first month only. https://korebootcamps.com/

Cooking Classes and Videos

Baltimore Chef Shop. The “recipes and tips” section of Baltimore Chef Shop has instructions and videos for some fun and kid friendly recipes. FREE. https://www.baltimorechefshop.com/recipes

Great Italian Cooking Lessons With Massimo Bottura. On MasterClass, the subscription site that taps into the expertise of top names in a variety of fields, from the arts to business, you can learn the secrets of contemporary Italian cuisine with the maestro himself, Massimo Bottura, whose three-Michelin-star Osteria Francescana twice took top place at the World's 50 Best Restaurants Awards. The course, called Massimo Bottura Teaches Modern Italian Cooking, covers a lot of ground, from learning how to make Mediterranean-style sole to a “better than panettone” souffle. $90. https://www.masterclass.com/

How To Make Carbonara With Michael White. Chef Michael White of Marea, Morini, and Ai Fiori knows carbonara. He talks through what al dente means, how to cook spaghetti perfectly al dente, whether you should use guanciale, bacon, or pancetta, and whether it’s ever appropriate to throw your spaghetti against the wall. The real secret, though, is copious amounts of pecorino and parmesan cheese. FREE. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-IDUHH0_ow

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