Calendar of Events

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March

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Jeff Parker Eta Ivtet. Jeff Parker is recognized as one of contemporary music’s most versatile and innovative electric guitarists and composers. With a prolific output characterized by musical ideas of angularity and logic, he works in a wide variety of mediums – from pop, rock and jazz to new music – using ideas informed by innovations and trends in both popular and experimental forms. He creates works that explore and exploit the contrary relationships between tradition and technology, improvisation and composition, and the familiar and the abstract. His sonic palette may employ techniques from sample-based technologies, analog and digital synthesis, and conventional and extended techniques from over 40 years of playing the guitar. $30; $25 Members; $15 Virtual. 7PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/jeff-parker-eta-ivtet-mar2025/

Community Pilates with Shayla Thomas. Pilates is a low-impact exercise that strengthens your entire body using precise movements and controlled breathing, emphasizing spinal alignment to enhance core strength, flexibility, and posture for all fitness levels. Pilates also promotes relaxation and mindfulness, leaving you feeling energized and balanced. Come with your mat and discover how pilates can transform your mind and body! This class is a beginner class and suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed! FREE. 5:15PM-6:15PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 31378 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/free-community-pilates-w-shayla-thomas-jan-mar2025/2025-03-27/

Wine Tasting: Staff Picks. The Bin staff is just like you – after a long day at work, they just want to unwind with a nice glass (or bottle) of vino. Come taste the wines that they’d keep all to ourselves if they could! White, red, sweet, sparkling – they’ll be showcasing a wide variety of styles and personalities (both their staff and the wines!). Weekly happy hour tastings are a great way to try new wines and expand your palate! $10, each ticket includes a $5 credit towards the featured wines. 6PM-8PM. Bin 604, 711 S Central Ave., 2nd Floor, Baltimore. https://bin604.com/event/staff-picks/

Girls on Grapes – Women in Wine Tasting #1. Bin 604 is highlighting Women of the Wine World during March. Two classes available - second option is Friday 3/28. $19. 6PM-8PM. Bin 604, 711 S Central Ave., 2nd Floor. Baltimore. https://bin604.com/event/girls-on-grapes-women-in-wine-tasting-1/

Painted Screens: A Baltimore Folk Art. Painted screens are a unique Baltimore folk art. This workshop will include a short film on the history of the painted screen and the early painted screen artists, a demonstration of the painted screen technique, and painting a small screen. Multiple painting options will be available. $33; $28 Members. 6PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/painted-screens-a-baltimore-folk-art-mar2025/

28-29

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival. Two great days of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’, and barbecue eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an all-you-care-to-taste sampling of beer and bourbon. Food options (a la carte) are aplenty and you are sure to find something new and fun. Enjoy the great barbeque selection from venders onsite - pulled pork, ribs, brisket, chicken, sausage and all the fixins you can imagine. The Cochon Carnival is full of fun activities and games to keep everyone challenged - Connect Four, Giant Jenga, Basketball, arcade games and more. Enjoy seminars with Master Distillers, Brewmasters and Pit Masters from all over. Live music including rock, blues and bluegrass sounds. Shopping available from brewing supplies to hot sauces and cigars. This is the biggest BBQ throwdown anywhere! VIP ticket options available. $45 General Admission; $79 Saturday VIP; $165 Grand Poobah 2-Day Ticket for All Access; $25 Designated Driver (sold onsite only). 6PM-10PM Friday; 2PM-6PM (12PM for VIP) Saturday. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Lutherville-Timonium. https://timonium.beerandbourbon.com/

Sipping Spring: Spring Mocktail & Cocktail Workshop. Celebrate the arrival of spring with a burst of fresh, revitalizing flavors! Led by educational and clinical herbalist, Brittany Williams of Eudemonia Herbs, you’ll learn how to use bright seasonal herbs to enhance both taste and health benefits in your beverages. Get your hands into it as you blend, shake, and stir together to create unique and delicious concoctions that capture the essence of springtime renewal. All ingredients are provided—just bring your curiosity and eagerness to learn. Join for an evening of herbal craftsmanship that will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired. $60; $54 Members. 6PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/sipping-spring-spring-mocktail-cocktail-workshop-mar2025/

The Vineyards at Dodon Happy Hour. Celebrate Maryland Wine Month! Bin 604 is kicking off the weekend with a local favorite! Dodon was founded in 2007 on a historic farm in Davidsonville and produces a range of reds, whites, and a rosé from estate grown grapes. Taste their high-quality wines and learn more at this FREE Happy Hour Tasting. FREE. 6PM-8PM. Bin 604, 711 S Central Ave., 2nd Floor, Baltimore. https://bin604.com/event/the-vineyards-at-dodon-happy-hour-6-8pm/

Girls on Grapes – Women in Wine Tasting #2. Bin 604 is highlighting Women of the Wine World during March. Advance registration required. $19. 7PM-8PM. Bin 604, 711 S Central Ave., 2nd Floor, Baltimore. https://bin604.com/event/girls-on-grapes-women-in-wine-tasting-2/

Music Under the Dome: Daft Punk. Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger. Get ready for an intergalactic dance party set to the iconic sounds of electronic music duo, Daft Punk. This immersive planetarium show will send you on a journey around the world, through the cosmos, and back again—one more time. Music Under the Dome is an immersive planetarium experience featuring in-house curated imagery set to a music playlist. Each show is uniquely developed to complement the soundtrack, and is only available at the Maryland Science Center. Check in for the show early and enjoy a complimentary happy hour, complete with adult beverages, special science demonstrations, and access to space exhibits. 21+ event. $35. 7PM-10PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/mud-daft-punk/

Moonlight Benjamin. Nicknamed “The Caribbean Patti Smith” by The Guardian, Moonlight Benjamin plays powerful and original music blending Caribbean Vodou melodies and 70s blues rock inspired by Dr John, Alabama Shakes, The Black Keys, and Oumou Sangaré. This new performance, Wayo, is a spellbinding cry of pain showcasing her thundering vocals and lyrical themes on faith, energy, and our connection to the source. These new songs from Haiti’s Vodou priestess delve deep, immersing her philosophical messages in heavy blues rapture; killer riffs; and hand-clapping, foot-stomping percussion. $30; $27 Members; $15 Virtual. 7:30PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/moonlight-benjamin/

29-30

Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark in Concert. Experience the first on-screen adventure of everyone's favorite archaeologist/action hero like never before! Follow along with the adventures of Indiana Jones as he travels across the globe to secure the Ark of the Covenant, accompanied by endearing companions and facing notorious villains. The BSO performs John Williams’ legendary score live from stage while the full-length film plays on the big screen. Ticket prices vary. 7:30PM Saturday or 3:00PM Sunday. Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore. https://my.bsomusic.org/overview/19094

Shake Out Your Sillies. Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch! $16; $12 Members; $5 Additional Child; $55 5-Class Flex Pass. 9:30AM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/shake-out-your-sillies-winter-2025/2025-03-29/

Community Yoga with Free Baltimore Yoga. Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. These sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered. FREE. 12PM-1PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/community-yoga-w-free-baltimore-yoga-4/2025-03-29/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. Kerplunk! is great for younger kids and families! Head to the Creativity Center every Saturday to create fun seasonal crafts and art projects based on current Creative Alliance exhibitions! FREE. 12PM-3PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in-2025/2025-03-29/

Binology 102: Basics of French Wine. Bin 604 Wine Sellers hosts a series of in-depth tasting classes for the burgeoning wine enthusiast. Join wine experts for an entertaining 90-minute class jam-packed with valuable information, in a small, group format setting. In the Basics of French Wine Class, dive deeper into the classic regions and grape varietals of France! Please note: Limited ticket availability. Advance ticket purchase is required for Binology classes. $39. 2PM-3:30PM. Bin 604, 711 S Central Ave., 2nd Floor, Baltimore. https://bin604.com/event/binology-102-basics-of-french-wine/

Can I Kick It? The Golden Child. Hip Hop beats vs Cult Classics! Can I Kick It? screens cult classics and contemporary martial arts/action favorites while DJ 2-Tone Jones live scores the film, scene-by-scene, with a blend of genres such as hip hop, soul, and funk. Step into a world where mysticism meets Murphy! Eddie Murphy’s The Golden Child (1986) combines sharp wit, action-packed adventure, and a dose of supernatural intrigue, solidifying its status as a cult classic. At the height of his career, Murphy stars as Chandler Jarrell, a Los Angeles detective reluctantly tasked with rescuing a mystical child destined to save the world. The film weaves Tibetan mythology, epic quests, and comedic brilliance into a fantasy adventure unlike any other. $25; Member Discount Available. 7:30PM. Creative Alliance at The Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/can-i-kick-it-the-golden-child/

Profs & Pints: Nosferatu vs. Dracula. Discuss the rivalry between two versions of a vampire and its lasting impact on how we think of their kind, with Stanley Joseph Stepanic, who teaches a course on Dracula and vampire folklore as an assistant professor of Slavic languages and literature at the University of Virginia. $14.77. 4PM-6:30PM. Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Ave., Baltimore. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/baltimore-nosferatu-versus-dracula

Bia Ferreira. Bia Ferreira is a Brazilian singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and artivist that defines her music as “MMP — Música de Mulher Preta” (Black Woman Music). Her songs are against racism, homophobia and other subjects. Her songs are all about feminism and love. Politics is also a topic. $30; $20 Members; $10 Virtual. 7PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/bia-ferreira-mar2024/

April

Profs & Pints Baltimore: Bird Songs - A Listener's Guide. Profs and Pints Baltimore presents: “Bird Songs—A Listeners’ Guide,” on hearing and understanding our feathered friends’ messages, with Stephen Ferguson, visiting assistant professor of biology at the University of Richmond and a physiobehavioral ecologist who extensively researches birds. Song fills the air each spring as birds shake off the winter and stake their claims. For millennia writers from Aristotle to Darwin have drawn inspiration from their melodies. Yet we remain nothing more than eavesdroppers of conversations in unknown languages and find ourselves wondering: What are the birds saying, and to whom? Gain a better understanding of birds’ songs—and what we can learn from them. $13.50 in advance; $17 at the door; $15 students. 5PM Doors; 6:30PM Talk begins. Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Ave., Baltimore. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/chirping

4 - June 30

Spring Illuminations. This spring, experience the Zoo in a whole new light—after dark! Once the gates close for the day, stroll through a mesmerizing display of floral and animal-themed lanterns that illuminate the night. Plus, you can savor delicious Asian-inspired bites and sips as you take in the stunning sights. Your visit supports vital wildlife conservation efforts and the Zoo’s mission to inspire a love for nature. Don’t miss this enchanting after-hours adventure! Zoo members receive a discount at check out. $28 Adult; $20 Child (ages 2-10). 6PM-10PM. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/special_events/spring-illuminations/#tickets

Irish Music Masters Concert featuring Trian. The Friday night Baltimore Irish Trad Fest concert featuring world-class performers Trian (Liz Carroll, Billy McComiskey, and Daithi Sproule), Steph Geremia, flute; Brendan Dolan, piano; Eliot Grasso, Uilleann pipes; Jim Eagan, fiddle; Sean Earnest, guitar; Sarah Collins, Eamon Sefton, The Mount Clare Connection (Peter Brice, Joanna Clare, and Richard Osban), Catherine Marafino Brice and Megan Downes, dance. $35; discount applied for members at checkout. 7:30PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/irish-music-masters-concert-featuring-trian/

Sole of the City 10K. April 5th will be a day for runners. It will be your city, your streets and, of course at the end of it all, your party! Starting and ending in Harbor Point, the Altra Sole of the City 10K presented by Kelly Benefits features a beautiful course along Baltimore's Inner Harbor and surrounding communities, awesome race premiums, and an amazing post-race party with beer and live music. Registration fees vary, starting at $65.60, see link for details. 8:30AM-12PM. Harbor Point, 1310 Point St., Baltimore. https://www.charmcityrun.com/event/under-armour-sole-of-the-city-10k-presented-by-kelly-benefits/

Big Baltimore Kite Fest. Blowing back into Patterson Park this spring, The Big Baltimore Kite Festival fills the sky with vibrant colors and celebrates the broad spectrum of cultures that make up Baltimore! Join the party near the Patterson Park Observatory to make your own friendly flyer, listen to breezy music, watch kite demonstrations, and enjoy a day outside in our beautiful park! Bring a picnic blanket, bring a kite, bring your friends! The BIG Baltimore Kite Fest is an acoustic event with no generators or amplification. Leave the screens behind and enjoy a breezy day outside in our favorite park! FREE. 12PM. Patterson Park, Observatory Hill, S Patterson Park Ave. at E Pratt St., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/2025-big-baltimore-kite-fest/

Community Yoga with Free Baltimore Yoga. Free Baltimore Yoga is a safe space grounded in community movement. These sessions aim to be accessible trauma-informed, nervous- system -focused, and breath- centered. FREE. 12PM-1PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/community-yoga-w-free-baltimore-yoga-4/2025-04-05/

KittyCon 2025. Paws Up, Baltimore! KittyCon is here! Calling all feline fanatics - the first ever KittyCon is coming to town and it is going to be purr-fectly pawsome! Join BARCS for a cat-tastic celebration packed with whisker tingling fun, meow-nificent activities, and plenty of feline inspired festivities. Enter the Costume Contest and strut your stuff like a catwalk model. Let your inner song cat shine with MeowEoke Karaoke. Get your paws messy with purr-sonalized cat crafts and take home a handmade memento to show off your KittyCon cred. Little kitties activities too - face painting, and dig through "litter boxes" for treasure. Of course, there will be cat adoptions! Plus, expand your knowledge with feline education and presentations, and browse feline centric vendors. $20 Adult (21+, includes a drink ticket); $10 Kids. 12PM-4PM. Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Ave., Baltimore. https://www.barcs.org/fundraising-events/kittycon-2025

Bel Air's Premier Speakeasy - Dunnigan's. Named after Bel Air’s very own speakeasy in the 1920s, Dunnigan’s: Bel Air’s Premiere Speakeasy is an exclusive casino night that will feature an immersive experience with traditional casino games (i.e. poker, blackjack, etc.) in an elegant setting that will transport you back in time to prohibition-era America. Attendees are able to play casino games with “funny money,” take part in raffle opportunities, enjoy themed cocktails at an open bar, eat delicious catering, listen to live ragtime music, and much more! Tickets include an open bar and catering, a free cigar, a custom souvenir and "Funny Money" to use at the game tables. $120. 6PM-10PM. Bel Air Armory, 37 N Main St., Baltimore. https://downtownbelair.com/events/dunnigans-casino-night/

Irish Music Maters Concert featuring Open the Door for Three and More. The Saturday night Baltimore Irish Trad Fest concert featuring world-class performers Open the Door for Three (Liz Knowles, Kieran O’Hare, and Pat Broaders), a showcase by The Reel Housewives (Pauline Conneely, Kathleen Conneely, Liz Carroll, Liz Knowles, Eimear Arkins, and Eileen Gannon, Rose Flanagan, Laura Byrne and Donna Long), Sean McComiskey, Catriona Fee, Josh Dukes, Meghan Mette, John Walsh and more. $35; $15 Virtual; Discount applied for members at checkout. 7:30PM Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/irish-music-masters-concert-featuring-open-the-door-for-three-and-more/

Maryland Bridal & Wedding Expo. The Bridal & Wedding Expo features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more! FREE with online registration; $10 at the door. 12PM-5PM. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 W Pratt St., Baltimore. https://www.bridalshowsmd.com/

Los Pirañas. The psychedelic tropical supergroup from Columbia graces the Creative Alliance stage with their unmistakable chemistry and knack for reinvention. Los Pirañas is an instrumental group blending Colombian rhythms with bold experimentalism. The trio—Eblis Alvarez (Meridian Brothers), Mario Galeano (Frente Cumbiero, Ondatropica), and Pedro Ojeda (Romperayo, Sidestepper)—have spent decades pushing boundaries while rooted in Bogota’s vibrant musical scene. Fusing cumbia, champeta, and tropicalia with avant-psych rock, dub minimalism, and spiked jazz, their sound is a kaleidoscopic exploration of past and future. $30; $20 Members; $15 Virtual. 7PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/los-piranas-apr2025/

Profs & Pints Baltimore: The Bagpipe of Ireland and Scotland. Join this discussion about the intertwined roots of two cultures and an instrument that unites them, a talk and performance by Edward Kitlowski, scholar of Scottish and Irish history and director of the US Naval Academy Pipes and Drums band. Gain a richer understanding of a stirring sound you hear whenever Saint Patrick’s Day and National Tartan Day—the annual April 6th celebration of Scotland’s 1320 Declaration of Independence—come around. Learn about the bagpipe as a legacy of the shared history of Ireland and Scotland with Ed Kitlowski, an accomplished bagpiper and pipe major who studied Scottish and Irish history at the University of Edinburgh and has published articles on the bagpipe’s history. $13.50 in advance; $17 at the door; $15 students. 5PM. Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Ave., Baltimore. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/the-bagpipe

Sister Cities Short Talks: Alternative Means of Urban Development. Part of the Baltimore Architecture Foundation Spring Lecture Series, this presentation explores the concept of creating spaces for interaction through community-led urban developments, emphasizing the role of the architect as a facilitator. It examines how design can empower local communities, foster social connections, and encourage collective ownership of public spaces. The Foundation partners with Baltimore Sister Cities for this lecture, featuring delegates from Amsterdam and Rotterdam. $25 General Admission; FREE for students. 6PM. MICA - Brown Center, 1301 W Mount Royal Ave., Baltimore. https://app.tickethive.com/e/sister-cities

Learning to Live Fully: Introduction to Mindfulness Mediation. Mindfulness practices to support ease and skillfulness in meeting the challenges of daily life. This monthly program will be sharing ways to meet the challenges of daily life by staying connected to our choices without reacting to people and situations. This is an opportunity to discover well-being within your body and mind regardless of your situation. FREE, suggested donation of $10. 6:30PM-7:30PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/learning-to-live-fully-introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation2025-2025-03-13/2025-04-10/

Glass Art For Kids: Stained Glass Dinosaur. Foil, solder, and form a piece of stained glass art! Create your very own stained glass dinosaur in this 3-hour workshop designed for kids ages 10-16. Start by select your colors from precut and ground glass pieces. Then learn how to use copper foiling techniques and a soldering iron to piece together segments of glass to form a dinosaur that is uniquely your own. This workshop is the perfect opportunity for anyone curious about the art of stained glass or interested in developing soldering skills. $60. 10AM-1PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/glass-dinosaur/

Bel Air Kite Festival. Mark your calendars for one of Bel Air's signature springtime events, the 2025 Bel Air Kite Festival. Kite flying for kids of all ages along with great music and food! Volunteers will be on hand to help kite flying novices and the festival organizers will give out free kites -- sponsored by APG Federal Credit Union -- while supplies last. Rain date April 13. FREE admission. 10AM-4PM. Rockfield Park, 501 E Churchville Rd., Bel Air. https://www.belairartsandentertainment.org/event/town-of-bel-air-annual-kite-festival/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. Kerplunk! is great for younger kids and families! Head to the Creativity Center every Saturday to create fun seasonal crafts and art projects based on current Creative Alliance exhibitions! FREE. 12PM-3PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in-2025/2025-04-12/

Dino Day. The dinosaurs are taking over the Maryland Science Center! Get ready for a dino-sized science adventure! Uncover fossils and learn about the creatures who roamed the Earth millions of years ago. Find out what tools and techniques scientists use to unravel the mysteries of our prehistoric planet through hands-on activity stations. Watch out—there may even be a volcanic eruption! FREE with paid admission. 12PM-4PM. Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/dino-day/

Egg-citing Bunny Trail & Egg Hunt. This FREE event is always an egg-citing time! A fun, Easter-themed trail at Wakefield Valley Park featuring children's activities, crafts and an egg hunt for ages 1-4 (1:30PM) and ages 5-8 (2:30PM). Don’t forget to bring your basket to collect all the eggs. Each age group will have one golden egg ticket hidden among the eggs and various other prize eggs. Plus, the 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Club will be bringing the bunny petting zoo. FREE. 1PM-3PM. Wakefield Valley Park, 1000 Fenby Farm Rd., Westminster. https://www.facebook.com/events/1149685076867390/

Mortified Baltimore: Spring Break 2025. The wildly popular Mortified Baltimore, produced by Alex Hewett and Adam Ruben, stars everyday adults sharing their most embarrassingly real teenage diary entities, poems, love letters, lyrics, and locker notes…in front of total strangers. Hailed as a “cultural phenomenon” by Newsweek, this is a comic excavation of the strange and extraordinary things we created as teens. $30 (member discount applied at checkout); $15 Virtual. 7PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/mortified-baltimore-spring-break-apr2025/

Opening Day Baltimore Farmers Market. The Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar, returns for its 48th season. Since 1977, The Baltimore Farmers' Market has been a cherished hub for locals, offering more than just fresh produce. It's a bustling community space where Baltimoreans gather to eat, shop, and connect with local businesses, organizations, and performers. Managed by the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA), the market exemplifies a dedication to building a vibrant community. Celebrate the essence of Baltimore through local flavors, businesses, and community spirit! Please note there are Quiet Shopping Hours from 7AM-9AM. Open Sundays 7AM-12PM, from April 13 through December. Holliday and Saratoga Streets, Baltimore. https://farmersmarketbaltimore.org/

Profs & Pints Baltimore: The Life of Barbie. Join the discussion of a plastic icon and her cultural legacy, with Emily Aguiló-Pérez, an associate professor of English at West Chester University of Pennsylvania who has extensively researched Barbie as a scholar of childhood, media, and popular culture. Few toys have shaped culture quite like Barbie has. From her debut in 1959 to the billion-dollar success of the 2023 film bearing her name, Barbie has been a mirror of society, a lightning rod for controversy, and a symbol of transformation. She often has found herself at the center of society’s evolving conversations about gender, race, consumerism, and identity. Get to know Barbie like you never did before with the help of Emily Aguiló-Pérez, the author of An American Icon in Puerto Rico: Barbie, Girlhood, and Colonialism at Play and the forthcoming books Barbie in the Media and Barbie and Social Media. $13.50 in advance; $17 at the door; $15 students. 4PM. Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Ave., Baltimore. https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/profsandpints/barbie

18-20

Bunny Bonanzoo. It’s one of the most egg-citing events of the year, join the Zoo this Easter weekend for Bunny BonanZOO! This annual family tradition features games, activities, crafts, live entertainment, and non-stop egg hunts! It’s a fun (and wild) way to celebrate the spring season. There will be plenty of photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and Zoo mascots Sphen the penguin and Pretzels the bear, access to carnival games (for an additional fee), a Naturalist Lodge Education Station, Jonna Production's Bubble Show, a Zoo Puppet Theater show, and more! FREE with Zoo admission. 10AM-4PM each day. The Maryland Zoo, 1 Safari Pl., Baltimore. https://www.marylandzoo.org/special_events/bunny-bonanzoo/

Dig Into Dinos. Uncover the mysteries of our prehistoric planet! Discover what it takes to be a paleontologist in this 2.5-hour workshop intended for ages 7-10. Learn how fossils form and what they can tell you about ancient life by making scientific models of molds and casts. Conduct a mock excavation and test out real field techniques used to protect fossils for their journey back to the lab. The workshop will then head over to the Dinosaur Mysteries exhibit where you will use clues to find a few dinosaur specimens. $50. 10AM-12:30PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/dig-into-dinos/

Craft + Brews: A Crafting Happy Hour. Take a break from your weekday grind and connect with fellow makers in Crafts + Brews! Each session will explore a different creative technique to shake up your routine. You might surprise yourself with what you create - or even add a new favorite skill to your creative repertoire! This session is all about needle felting methods. Needle felting is a fun way to decorate or mend an item of clothing that could use a little extra love! In this workshop, you’ll learn the basics of needle felting and practice making a design of your own. Bring an item of clothing you’d like to decorate or mend (denim or sweaters with small holes are great candidates for needle felting!). Or, create a fabric patch to use later on. No prior experience is required, and all skill levels are welcome in this casual and supportive environment. This workshop is designed for makers of all experience levels. All materials are provided, including a free beverage of your choice! 21+ event. $36; $30 members. 6PM-8PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/craft-brews-a-crafting-happy-hourapr2025/

Grown Up Field Trip: Nickelodeon Night. It’s a Wild and Crazy Kids, Legends of the Hidden Temple, Double Dare kind of night. Admit it—back in the day, you tuned in to watch all those amazing Nick game shows and dreamed of becoming a contestant. Well, here’s your chance. For one night only, the Maryland Science Center is bringing your dream to reality! They're making slime, saying yes to the physical challenge, and letting childhood dreams come true. Grab a seat at the slime bar and create your own gloopy goo, race through a slopstacle course and be the first to pick the flag from the giant nose, listen carefully to Olmec's legend to make your way across the steps of knowledge, play your way through exhibit halls, Heavy Seas beer in hand. Grab a bite from Ruben's - house of the best burritos. 21+ event; food and drink available for purchase. $40. 7PM-10PM. The Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St., Baltimore. https://www.mdsci.org/event/nickelodeon-night/

26-27

St. Michaels Wine Fest. The best wine tasting event you will experience. With multiple walkable venues around town, wines from all over the world and some you won't taste elsewhere! As you taste, you will have the chance to compare and discuss taste profiles, production process and ask questions with winemakers and staff. VIP option available - see link for details. Ticket options vary, see link for details. 11AM-5PM. Town of St. Michaels, St. Michaels. https://www.winefestatstmichaels.com/

Kerplunk! Free Family Art Drop-In. Kerplunk! is great for younger kids and families! Head to the Creativity Center every Saturday to create fun seasonal crafts and art projects based on current Creative Alliance exhibitions! FREE. 12PM-3PM. Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/kerplunk-free-family-art-drop-in/

SpringFest 2025. Celebrate the beauty of spring at SpringFest in Howard County. Immerse yourself in a day filled with fantastic music, delicious food, local crafts, and the vibrant atmosphere of historic Ellicott City. With bands performing live on outdoor stages, food trucks serving up tasty treats, beer & wine gardens for the adults, and a variety of artisan crafts to explore, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, kids can get creative with crafts and activities designed just for them. 12PM-8PM. Old Ellicott City, Main St., Ellicott City. https://www.visithowardcounty.com/events/annual-events/springfest/

Mr. Trash Wheel's Earth Day Birthday. Join Mr. Trash Wheel for his 11th birthday at the Public Works Experience! Be one of the first humans ever to paint a real-life Trash Wheel dumpster. Baltimore artist Bryan Robinson will lead guests in creating a vibrant and TRASHtastic masterpiece that will be seen all over the Inner Harbor. Not only will you help paint a life-size dumpster, but you’ll also get to create a mini dumpster to take home! The arty party fun doesn’t stop there. Studio Cultivated will be hosting an upcycled terrarium station, blending trash, Earth, and art—the ultimate Trash Wheel trifecta! Partygoers can enjoy a complimentary snowball from SnowQueens and Peabody Heights beer available for purchase. Get your tickets now and get ready for an evening of art, treats, and—of course—trash! $35 through 3/31; $40 beginning 4/1. 3PM-6PM. The Public Works Experience, 751 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://www.classy.org/event/mr-trash-wheels-earth-day-birthday/e669410

The 30th Anniversary Marquee Ball. The Marquee Ball is Creative Alliance’s annual fundraiser gala that includes a VIP dinner, art auction, open studios, and a wild dance party that honors The Patterson’s history as a movie palace. The movie theme inspires the evening’s events and attire with eye-popping results! Baltimore’s wildest party supports Creative Alliance’s free youth education and community arts programs! $100 Dance Party Ticket; $350 VIP Dinner. 8PM. Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore. https://creativealliance.org/event/2025-marquee-ball-creative-alliances-30th-anniversary/

Farmers' Markets

Baltimore Farmers' Market. Nestled at the intersection of Jones Falls Expressway (JFX) and Holliday and Saratoga Streets, discover the essence of local flavors and creativity at the Baltimore Farmers’ Market, Maryland’s premier producer-only market. Indulge in a diverse range of fresh produce, artisanal meats, dairy, and seafood. Explore an array of handcrafted goods, from clothing and home furnishings to bath products and unique artworks. Immerse yourself in a vibrant community hub where you can shop for everything from nourishing essentials to one-of-a-kind treasures, all while supporting local vendors and celebrating the heart of Baltimore’s culture. The Baltimore Farmers’ Market takes place rain or shine every Sunday, April through December from 7AM-12PM (quiet shopping hours from 7AM-9AM). Holliday & Saratoga Sts., Baltimore. https://farmersmarketbaltimore.org/

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 8AM-12:30PM. Broadway & Thames Streets, Baltmore. http://www.fellspointfarmersmarket.com/

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/

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