08/01/08
FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE LODGE BAR
First Fridays 80's Explosion! Every First Friday of the month! 80's Trivia Contest. Live Music featuring VUE Voodoo Economics, Great Food Menu, Doors open at 6pm, 2 for 1's for Everyone from 6-8pm. For more information please call 443-524-2010.
08/01/08
WEST SIDE STORY-TOBY'S DINNER THEATRE OF BALTIMORE
Through Aug. 24, 2008: This electrifying musical sets the ageless tragedy of Romeo and Juliet against a backdrop of gang warfare in the slums of 1950's New York. The unforgettable score by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim features "Maria", "Tonight" and "America". For more information please call 410-649-1660.
08/01/08
FRIDAY NIGHT BLOCK PARTY! TOWSON'S FEET ON THE STREET!
Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2008, 6:00pm to 9:30pm, Towson's Feet on the Street Friday Night Block Parties! Live Music, Food, Children's activities, Prizes, Beer, and Wine. Allegheny Ave. (between Washington Ave. & York Rd.) Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets. Bring your family & friends. Pets and outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited. For more information please call 410-825-1144.
08/01/08
OREGON RIDGE BEACH
Oregon Ridge Beach - Why fight the traffic on the bridge when we're just around the corner? Call the Park Office for season passes, group rates, and private parties, M-F, 9AM to 3PM at 410-887-1818. For beach hours and prices, in season, please call 410-887-1817.
08/02/08
WINE TASTING CRUISES ON THE MIDDLE RIVER WATER TAXI
"Wine Tasting Cruises" - August 2 & 23, and September 6, 2008. All Wine Tasting Cruises will depart from Parkside Marina at 5:30pm and return at 7:00pm. Reservations are required. Gift Certificates are available! For more information please call 410-375-1131.
08/05/08
CELEBRATE TUESDAYS AT THE LODGE!
Join us Tuesdays: August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2008 - For: $1 U-Call-It's (till 11), $2 Rails and Domestic Bottles, $5 JAGER BOMBS, FREE BBQ, BEER PONG, OUTSIDE PATIO, DJ JASON CRUZ. Located at Power Plant Live. For more information please call 443-524-2010.
08/05/08
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2008
Celebrate shared efforts between Communities, Marine Towing/Rescue Companies, Firefighters, Dive Teams, Water Rescue Units, Baltimore County Police Marine Unit, Maryland Natural Resources, Police, MD Dept. of Transportation, and U.S. Coast Guard to keep our waterways safe! For more information please call 410-918-2225 or visit www.chesapeakebaymemories.org
www.chesapeakebaymemories.org
08/07/08
THIRSTY THURSDAYS AT THE LODGE BAR
Aug. 7, 14, 21 & 28: Every Thursday Night of the Month "Thirsty Thursdays". Join us every Thursday for "Thirsty Thursday" for A NEW Drink Special Each Week! 1st Thursday-$1 Miller Lites, $2 Rail Drinks, 2nd Thursday $1 Natty Boh Cans, $4 Tuaco Shots, 3rd Thursday $25 Open Bar, 4th Thursday 9-11pm $1 Miller Lites, Rails & Calls, 11pm-Close $2 Miller Lites, Rails & Calls. For more information please call 443-524-2010.
08/07/08
TOWSON FARMER'S MARKET
Open every Thursday through November 22, 2008 on Allegheny Ave. between York Rd. and Washington Ave. 10:00am-3:00pm. Purchase Fresh Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Cheeses, Breads, Mushrooms and so much more! SATURDAY MARKETS will begin on June 21st 9:00am-1:00pm on the surface parking lot on the southeast corner of Allegheny and Washington Avenues. For more information please contact the Towson Chamber of Commerce at 410-825-1144.
08/07/08
EVENING CRUISES ON THE MIDDLE RIVER WATER TAXI
Enjoy a beautiful Middle River sunset on our scheduled Evening Cruises. Thursdays: August 7, 14 & 21. Departing Wilson Point Park at 7:00pm. Reservations are required. Gift Certificates are available too! For more information please call 410-375-1131
08/07/08
MAGOOBY'S JOKE HOUSE-PRESENTS COMCAST'S "COMEDY ON DEMAND" TAPING!!!
Thursday, August 7th, 8:00pm, MaGooby's Joke House will host Comcast on Demand's next round of "Comedy On Demand" tapings! FREE SHOW! It's your chance to be part of a live tapping while supporting local talent! Make reservations now! Please call 410-356-1010.
www.magoobys.com
08/08/08
JUKEBOX JUBILEE-TIMONIUM DINNER THEATRE
Aug. 8 thru Nov. 2, 2008: Take a trip down memory lane with "The Fabulous 50's", "The Psychodelic 60's", and "The Disco 70's", in this Shake, Rattle, and Roll, high energy musical revue. For more information please call 410-560-1113 or 1-877-560-1113. www.timoniumdinnertheatre.com
08/08/08
MAGOOBY'S JOKE HOUSE-SCHEDULE/PRESENTS:
Magooby's Joke House (located in the Bowman Restaurant-9306 Harford Road) presents "Vanessa Hollingshead" on 8/8-9, "Andy Pitz" on 8/15-16,
"Marc Unger" on 8/22-23, and Keith Purnell on 8/29-30. To learn more about these talented comedians-visit our website www.magoobys.com For more information please call 410-356-1010.
08/08/08
THE AVENUE AT WHITE MARSH FARMER'S MARKET
The Avenue at White Marsh Farmer's Market opened on July 11th and runs through the month of October - Every Friday - 10:00am-1:00pm. Enjoy fresh picked produce from local farms. For more information please visit The Avenue at White Marsh website.
08/08/08
THE AVENUE AT WHITE MARSH SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
All performances Fridays and Saturdays, 7:00pm-9:00pm at the Main Plaza. Schedule: Aug 8-The Crawdaddies (cajun-roots rock), Aug 9-The Players (SKA), Aug 15-Lipbone Redding (fonky tonkin mouth music), Aug 16-Leaving Texas (americana), Aug 22-Kevin Kline (piano rock), Aug 23-Woodswork (rock), Aug 29-Lawnchair (americana), Aug 30-Jericho Bridge (bluegrass) For more information please visit www.TheAvenueAtWhiteMarsh.com
08/09/08
WOODHALL'S ROCKIN' SUMMER CONCERT SERIES RETURNS!
Mark you calendars, each Saturday evening in August 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2008: from 6:30-8:30pm for Woodhall's Rockin' Summer Concert Series. Many of last years bands are returning, and we've added a couple of new ones. We might even be able to arrange for an opening band to start the festivities at 5pm, or so. For more information please call 410-357-8644 on visit us on-line.
08/09/08
SUMMER TURNTABLE DEMOSTRATIONS AT THE B & O!!
August 9: Demostrations will take place at 11:30am, 1:30pm & 3:30pm - lasts approximately 30 minutes. Come watch as museum staff moves historic rail equipment using the mechanics of the turntable and the simple principle of balance. Admission to the Museum includes access to the demonstration and a train ride! For more information please call 410-752-2490. FREE PARKING!
08/16/08
ANNUAL "HOT AUGUST BLUES" AT OREGON RIDGE PARK
"Hot August Blues" at Oregon Ridge Park, 13401 Beaver Dam Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030, Gates open at 11:30am, Music 11:45am-10:00pm: John Hiatt and the Ageless Beauties, Marcia Ball, Bonerama, Professor Louie & the Crowmatix, Janet Griffin and the all women Batala Percussion Band! Large playground, face painting, mask making, harmonica and percussion workshops for the kids. Children 12 and under are FREE! Plenty of Food & Beverage Vendors for meat eaters and vegetarians alike! For more information call 877-321-FEST.
www.hotaugustblues.com
08/17/08
SUMMER GARDEN PARTY AT GRAMERCY MANSION
Join us Sunday, August 17th, 3-6pm, for a whimsical afternoon surrounded by the extensive and beautiful grounds of Gramercy Mansion. Enjoy refreshments, entertainment, lawn games, fancy hat prizes, tag sales, and more! Straw boaters and seer-sucker encouraged. For more information please call 410-605-2964.
www.carrollmuseums.org
08/21/08
"RIDEMANIA" PREVIEW NIGHT AT THE MARYLAND STATE FAIR!
August 21, 2008, 5:00p.m.-11:00p.m. Fairgoers pay only $15.00 for admission and to ride all the rides they wish. Those who do not wish to ride pay only $4.00 for admission. NOTE: On Ridemania Night, only the Midway rides, games and food stands will be open. Exhibition Halls, Livestock Barns, etc. will open on Friday, August 22, 2008.
www.marylandstatefair.com
08/22/08
GRAMERCY MANSION WINE DINNER
6:30pm, Join Chef's Expression's Jerry Edwards CPCE and Executive Chef John Walsh at Gramercy Mansion for Summer Wines from Italy, France and California - Wine Dinner. Gramercy is located at 1400 Greenspring Valley Drive, Stevenson, MD 21153. For more information and reservations, please call Katie Bittinger at 410-561-2433.
www.chefsexpressions.com
08/22/08
MARYLAND STATE FAIR
Aug. 22 through Sept. 1, 2008, at the Maryland FairGrounds, 2200 York Road, Fresh Produce from Maryland Farms, Food, Midway Rides, Thorough-Bred Horse Racing-Live Races daily, 4-H Livestock Show/Sale, Entertainment & so much more! For more information please call 410-252-0200.
www.marylandstatefair.com
08/22/08
T.G.I.F. MOVIE NIGHT/BASIGNANI WINERY
Enjoy our Movie Night-outside under the stars on a Big Screen! Most are rated PG. Bring a beach chair or blanket and sip some wine and enjoy some free popcorn. Wine tasting starts at 7:30pm and the movie starts at dusk (8:30pm.) For more information please call 410-472-0703.
08/22/08
FOOD LION RIDE SPECIAL AT THE MARYLAND STATE FAIR
Friday, August 22, 2008 and Monday, August 25 though Thursday, August 28, 2008, 12:00 noon - 10:00pm ONLY. Fairgoers pay $20.00 (SOLD ONLY FROM NOON-6PM) to ride an unlimited number of Rides from Noon-10pm. A $5.00 off coupon is available at local Food Lion Stores. FAIR ADMISSION IS NOT INCLUDED. For more information visit www.marylandstatefair.com or call 410-252-0200 ext. 227.
www.marylandstatefair.com
08/23/08
IRVINE NATURE CENTER'S 17TH ANNUAL NATIVE PLANT SEMINAR & SALE
9:00am-3:00pm Native plant sale open to the public. 2:30pm Workshops (Pre-registration Required-space limited-additional charge): 1. Growing Wildflowers from Seed, 2. A Walking History of the Land. 3. Sustainable Design in your Garden. The Seminar will take place at Garrison Forest School, 300 Garrison Forest Rd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. For more information please call 410-484-2413.
www.ExploreNature.org
09/01/08
LABOR DAY RIDE SPECIAL AT THE MARYLAND STATE FAIR
Monday, September 1, 2008, 10:00am - 10:00pm, Fairgoers pay $20.00 to ride unlimited number of rides! FAIR ADMISSION IS NOT INCLUDED. For more information please call 410-252-0200 extension 227 or visit www.marylandstatefair.com
www.marylandstatefair.com
09/05/08
FRIDAY NIGHT BLOCK PARTY! TOWSON'S FEET ON THE STREET!
Sept. 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2008, 6:00pm to 9:30pm, Towson's Feet on the Street Block Parties! Live Music, Food, Children's activities, Prizes, Beer, and Wine. Allegheny Ave. (between Washington Ave. & York Rd.) Don't forget your lawn chairs and blankets. Bring you family & friends. Pets & outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited. For more information please call 410-825-1144.
09/05/08
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA-TOBY'S DINNER THEATRE OF BALTIMORE
Sept. 5-Nov. 16, 2008: Unmask the thrill of a lifetime with Toby's original adaptation of the timeless turn-of-the century romantic tragedy, "Phantom of the Opera"! Explore the catacombs of the Paris Opera House and uncover the mystery of why the Phantom terrorized the management and staff. The lilting music and lyrics by Tom Alonzo will haunt you forever. For more information please call 410-649-1660.
www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
09/06/08
MARINE TRADES ASSOCIATION OF BALTIMORE COUNTY CRAB FEAST
We hope you will join us for our annual Marine Trades Crab Feast, Rocky Point Park, 3pm to 7pm. Help support MTABC scholarship programs while enjoying steamed crabs with all the trimmings on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. For more information please call 410-687-1002.
www.mtabc.org
09/13/08
MUSTERING FOR HEROES AT THE FIRE MUSEUM OF MARYLAND
Join us at the Fire Museum of Maryland, 1301 York Road (Heaver Plaza) from 11am-3pm:
"Mustering for Heroes." Antique Motor Fire Engine & Car Show and Barbeque/Cookout. For more information please call 410-321-7500. Plenty of Free Parking!
09/14/08
SHE GOT BIKE WOMEN'S CYCLING FEST
2008 Events at Oregon Ridge: Sept. 14, 2008: She Got Bike Women's Cycling Fest, 7:00am to 4:00pm. For more information please call 410-357-8508:
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/oregonridge
09/20/08
JOHNNY APPLESEED FESTIVAL AT WEBER'S FARM
September 20 & 21, 2008: Come to Weber's Farm for our Johnny Appleseed Festival! Pick You Own Apples! Bluegrass Band! Hayrides! Pumpkins! Farm Animals! Hillside Slides! Hay Maze! Boo Barn! Scarecrow Making, Children's Games and Rides! Pumpkinland, Fall Produce, Halloween decor, Food Vendors, and Fresh Baked Goods! For more information please call 410-668-4488.
www.webersfarm.com
09/20/08
AFRICAN AMERICAN FESTIVAL /TOWSON COURT PLAZA
Join us from 10:00am-6:00pm in the Towson Court Plaza for the 12th Annual African American Festival! Arts, Crafts, Jewelry, Food Vendors, Entertainment, and more! Please contact the Baltimore County Office of Fair Practice and Public Affairs at 410-887-5557 for more festival and Vendor information.
www.baltimorecountymd.gov
09/20/08
BALTIMORE COUNTY KENNEL CLUB DOG COMPETITION/OREGON RIDGE
Baltimore County Kennel Club Dog Competition at Oregon Ridge Park, 9:00am to 3:00pm. For more information please call 410-252-5127.
09/27/08
FRIENDS OF VILLA MARIA 5K RUN/WALK AT OREGON RIDGE
Friend of Villa Maria 5K Run/Walk at Oregon Ridge ark, 9:00am to 1:00pm. For more information please call 410-252-4700.
09/28/08
SAVE A LIMB BIKE RIDE & RUN AT OREGON RIDGE PARK
Save a Limb Bike Ride & Run at Oregon Ridge Park, 8:00am to 3:00pm. For more information please visit www.savealimbride.org
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/oregonridge
09/29/08
ROSH HASHANAH UNDER THE STARS AT OREGON RIDGE
Monday, September 29, 2008: Rosh Hashanah Under the Stars, 4:30pm, at Oregon Ridge Park. For more information please call 410-833-6005.
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/oregonridge
10/04/08
FAMILY FALL HARVEST WEEKENDS AT WEBER'S FARM
Join us Saturdays and Sundays in October: 10/4,5,11,12,18,19,25,& 26 for our Family Fall Harvest Weekends! Hayrides, Pumpkins, Farm Animals, Hillside Slides, Hay Maze, Boo Barn, Scarecrow Making, Children's Games & Rides, Pumpkinland, Fall Produce, Halloween decor, Food Vendors, Fresh Baked Goods! For more information please call 410-668-4488.
www.webersfarm.com
10/04/08
PETS ON WHEELS DOG-A-THON AT OREGON RIDGE
Saturday, October 4, 2008: Petson Wheels Dog-A-Thon at Oregon Ridge, 10:00am to 3:00pm. For more information please call 410-913-5569.
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/oregonridge
10/04/08
HONEY HARVEST FESTIVAL AT OREGON RIDGE NATURE CENTER
Oct 4-5, 11:00am-4:00pm, This festival features beehive demonstrations, reenactments of the "Honey Hunter", honey extraction, candle dipping, mead (honey wine) making, blacksmith and wool spinning demonstrations, crafts and much more, including activities for children. FREE. For more information please call 410-887-1815.
www.oregonridge.org
10/05/08
RIDE TO THE RIDGE-OREGON RIDGE PARK
Ride to the Ridge being held at Oregon Ridge Park Sunday, October 5, 2008, 12:00pm to 4:00pm. For more information please visit: www.ccfa.org/chapters/md-southde
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/oregonridge
10/07/08
GOLF TOURNAMENT: BOWMAN RESTAURANT/INTERIOR RESOURCE GROUP
October 7, 2008: Charity Golf Tournament to benefit the Lupus Foundation of America-Greater Washington Chapter. Enjoy a great day of golf at the beautiful Rocky Point Golf Course on the Chesapeake Bay in Essex, Maryland. Sponsorship Availability. For more information please visit the following websites: www.bowmanrestaurant.com and www.baltimoregolfing.com
www.bowmanrestaurant.com
10/17/08
MARYLAND HOME AND GARDEN SHOW/MARYLAND STATE FAIRGROUNDS
October 17-19, 2008: Maryland Home & Garden Show - Ranked "in the top 5" by USA Today - recognized as one of the must-see Home & Garden Shows in the country - returns to the Maryland State Fairgrounds! Great Food, Travel & Leisure Lifestyle Exhibits....something for everyone! For more information call S&L Productions local: 410-863-1180 or toll free: 888-532-3669.
www.mdhomeandgarden.com
10/25/08
LANTERN NIGHT AT THE FIRE MUSEUM OF MARYLAND
Join us at the Fire Museum of Maryland, 1301 York Road (Heaver Plaza), for "Lantern Night" 6:00pm-8:00pm, See fire apparatus in a new light: etched glass signal lamps and kerosene lanterns....also visit with staff in period attire. For more information please call 410-321-7500. Plenty of Free Parking!
10/29/08
BABY BOOMER EXPO-MARYLAND STATE FAIRGROUNDS
This years show will be held on Wednesday, October 29, from 9am until 7pm and Thursday, October 30, from 9am until 4pm at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. For more information please call Sue Green 410-887-2002.
www.marylandstatefair.com
11/07/08
MARYLAND IRISH FESTIVAL-MARYLAND FAIRGROUNDS
Fri. 11/7 6pm-11pm, Sat. 11/8 12pm-11pm and Sun. 11/9 10:30am Mass (area will not be open during mass) Festival closes at 7pm. Celebrate Irish culture featuring international and local music and dance, traditional cuisine, workshops, cultural exhibits, and vendors of everything Irish! For more information please call 443-463-9225. The Maryland Fairgrounds is located at 2200 York Road.
www.visitbacomd.com
11/08/08
WHITE CHRISTMAS-TIMONIUM DINNER THEATRE
Nov. 8 thru Dec. 28, 2008: Enjoy the heart-warming musical based on the beloved movie which starred Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, and Rosemary Clooney. Sure to make you feel the magic of the season. For more information please call 410-560-1113 or 1-877-560-1113. www.timoniumdinnertheatre.com
11/25/08
A CHRISTMAS CAROL-TOBY'S DINNER THEATRE OF BALTIMORE
Nov. 25, 2008-Jan. 4, 2009: There are many adaptations of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" but only one Broadway version! Music and Lyrics by Alan Menken (Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Little Mermaid") and Lynn Ahrens ("Ragtime" and "Seusical, the Musical"). The perfect holiday gift for everyone! For more information please call 410-649-1660.
www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
11/29/08
HOLIDAY TRAIN GARDEN AT THE FIRE MUSEUM OF MARYLAND
You have to come to the Fire Museum of Maryland, 1301 York Road (Heaver Plaza), for our annual Holiday Train Garden. Join us on Saturdays in December and December 28, 29 & 30, 10:00am-4:00pm. For more information please call 410-321-7500. Plenty of Free Parking!
01/15/09
DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES-TOBY'S DINNER THEATRE OF BALTIMORE
Opening Jan. 15, 2009 - It don't mean a thing if you ain't got that swing! A sophisticated celebration that sure has the swing with a nonstop succession of Duke Ellington classics such as "Satin Doll", "Take The A Train", and "Don't Get Around Much Anymore". Glitter, glamour, and "stomp your feet" songs! For more information please call 410-649-1660.
www.tobysdinnertheatre.com
02/21/09
MAPLE SUGAR DAYS AT OREGON RIDGE NATURE CENTER
Feb. 21 & 22 and Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 2009, 10:00am-4:00pm daily, Come to the Sugar Shack for an invigorating hike to the sugar bush to tap for sap and back to the evaporator to make and taste maple syrup. Sugar time activities are free and syrup will be sold in the gift shop. For more information please call 410-887-1815.
www.oregonridge.org
03/07/09
PANCAKE BREAKFAST AT OREGON RIDGE LODGE
March 7 & 8, 2009, 8:00am-Noon: Located at the Oregon Ridge Lodge, adjacent to the Oregon Ridge Nature Center, a natural conclusion to the Center's Maple Sugar Days. Come for a stack of hot cakes drizzled in real maple syrup, complimented by juicy sausage, OJ, coffee and milk. Also enjoy raffles, live traditional music, flower and gift sales and more. Tickets are sold at the door. For more information please call 410-887-1815.
www.oregonridge.org
05/02/09
PRIMITIVE TECHNOLOGY WEEKEND AT OREGON RIDGE NATURE CENTER
May 2-3, 10:00am-4:00pm Rediscover the Stone Age. Experts in producing Native American tools will demonstrate their skills, including flint knapping and bow making, hide tanning, fiber productions, blow guns, fire making, natural containers, cooking and more. FREE. For more information call 410-887-1815.
05/09/09
MUSIC IN THE WOODS AT OREGON RIDGE NATURE CENTER
(Raindate May 10) 10:00am-4:00pm Join amateur and professional traditional musicians and dancers as they demonstrate, educate and entertain visitors with their instruments and talents of choice. Events include workshops to build traditional instruments, an instrument shop, "Meet the Instrument" seminars, jamming sessions, talent hour for children, face painting, and a schedule of live entertainment. FREE. For more information please call 410-887-1815.
www.oregonridge.org