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Weekend Roundup

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:53 +0000

Amazing how this year is flying by, isn't it? It's almost Thanksgiving!

Friday

Bruce Springsteen in concert - The Boss is back in Baltimore for the first time in 36 years. Tickets to the show at 1st Mariner Arena sold out in 20 minutes, so if you want to catch this historic performance, you'll have to pay a pretty penny - but they are available on StubHub.

Jim Gaffigan in concert - The hilarious dry humor of Midwestern comic extraordinaire Jim Gaffigan comes to the Lyric Opera House. If you haven't heard Gaffigan's musings on Hot Pockets and Popeye's, well, you're missing out. Tickets start at $33.75 and are available online.

Saturday

Santa arrives at Harborplace - It's officially the Christmas season. St. Nick rolls into the Inner Harbor for the inaugural Santa House lighting. The Heart of Maryland Chorus will be performing Christmas carols at the event, held in the amphitheater. The festivities begin at 4:30 p.m.

Sunday

Ravens vs Colts - If you doubted how much the Colts meant to the city of Baltimore, watch native son Barry Levinson's outstanding documentary on the subject, The Band That Wouldn't Die. Not like this match-up needs any more juice, but Peyton Manning and the Colts are looking like the class of the AFC this year. They're undefeated (and their kicker, Matt Stover, hasn't missed all year). Tickets to the tussle at M&T Bank Stadium will be tough to come by, but once again, you can get them on StubHub if you're willing to pay. Kickoff is at 1 p.m.

Weekend Roundup originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 12:30:53.

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This is Jeopardy...

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:31:16 +0000

Well, the celebrity edition, anyway. On tomorrow's show (7 p.m., Channel 2), three "celebrity" contestants compete in the Jeopardy Million Dollar Celebrity Challenge. Among the trio is Robin Quivers, sidekick on the Howard Stern Show.

Quivers is a Baltimore native, and tomorrow night she'll be playing for the SEED School of Maryland, a statewide, public college preparatory boarding school that presents students from across the state with an opportunity to receive a tuition-free education that prepares them for success in college and beyond.

Kudos to Quivers, who has been the King of All Media's newswoman for more than 25 years. No matter what you think of Stern, you certainly can support the SEED School, which opened in August 2008.

Go Robin!

Photo: Robin Quivers will be playing Jeopardy tomorrow night for SEED School of Maryland. (Mike Coppola/FilmMagic/Getty Images)

This is Jeopardy... originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 04:31:16.

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Towson's Asian Arts Gallery

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:10:54 +0000

Not sure how many of you know about the Asian Arts Gallery at Towson University, but there's an interesting exhibit running there through Dec. 12.

"Furniture for the Divine," features, well, furniture, and accessories used in the worship of deities and ancestors dating from the 14th century. Items include altar tables, shrines, tributary carvings and sculptures, tapestries, and portraits.

The gallery is open Mondays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. It's closed on Sundays and Thanksgiving Weekend. Admission is free.

It's located in the Center for the Arts at the corner of Osler and Cross Campus Drives. The Asian Arts Gallery is on the second floor of the building, room 2037. Parking and direction information is available online.

Towson's Asian Arts Gallery originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 07:10:54.

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Are You Ready For Monday Night Football?

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:27:45 +0000

There's just about 9 hours until kickoff of the Ravens-Browns game. While the game almost was blacked out in Cleveland (the team stepped up and bought the remaining tickets to ensure a sellout and avoid a local TV blackout), it will be on (many, many) televisions in Baltimore.

If you're heading out to watch it, check out my list of top spots around town to take in a game. If not, crack a cold one, sit back in the recliner and enjoy.

I'd love to hear your score predictions. The Browns are awful, but there were a lot of upsets yesterday in the NFL, proving anything can happen any time two NFL teams tussle.

For the record, I'm going with 27-13 Ravens.

Photo: The Ravens need a big game from young phenom Ray Rice tonight against the Cleveland Browns. (Larry French/Getty Images Sport)

Are You Ready For Monday Night Football? originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 11:27:45.

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Blast-off for Indoor Soccer Team

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:31:16 +0000

Fear not fans of the 4-4 Ravens and perpetually putrid Orioles. Baltimore does have one winning pro sports franchise, and they kick off their season tonight.

The Baltimore Blast begin defense of their indoor soccer championship tonight at 7:35 p.m. at 1st Mariner Arena against the Rockford Rampage.� The Blast are the class of the Major Indoor Soccer League, the new/old name of the six-team league in which they compete.

Tickets start at $16, and are available by calling 410-732-5278 or 410-547-SEAT. They also can be purchased online.� Going to a Blast game is, well, a blast. The soccer is fast and intense, and the fans can get very close to the action. It's a good option if you want to see some - winning - professional sports in town.

Blast-off for Indoor Soccer Team originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Friday, November 13th, 2009 at 04:31:16.

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Weekend Roundup

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:41:50 +0000

Friday

Baltimore Blast season opener - The defending Major Indoor Soccer League champs open the 2009-2010 season at 1st Mariner Arena at 7:35. Tickets start at $16 and can be purchased at the arena box office, by calling 410-732-5278, or by going to Ticketmaster.com.

Friday-Saturday-Sunday

Irish Festival - The 34th annual festival kicks off Friday at 6 p.m. at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium. The menu features Irish favorites like corned beef and cabbage, plenty o potatoes. Don't forget some Irish whiskey and beer to wash it all down. There's also traditional Irish music, book readings and signings, and Irish dance on the entertainment bill. Admission is: $10, seniors (62+): $8, young 'uns (12-17): $5, active military with ID: $5, children under 12: free.

Saturday

Dino Day at the Maryland Science Center - From noon to 4 p.m. visitors can enjoy a live reptile show, make a dino necklace, dig their own fossil, and more. All activities are free with paid admission.

Three Movie Visionaries: Barry Levinson, David Simon, and John Waters - Baltimore's Mt. Rushmore of filmmakers gather on one stage for the first time in an event to benefit the Maryland Film Festival. Thankfully, it's for a good cause, because at $125 a ticket, it ain't cheap. Maryland Institute College of Art, Brown Center, 5:30 p.m., 1301 W. Mount Royal Ave.

Weekend Roundup originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Thursday, November 12th, 2009 at 10:41:50.

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Cocktails for a Cure

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:37:19 +0000

What could be better than relaxing with an after-work cocktail at the gleaming new bar at B&O Brasserie? How about knowing that a portion of the money you spent on that libation is going to fight HIV/AIDS.

Throughout November, the restaurant will donate $1 to the Whitman-Walker Clinic in Washington each time a guest orders one of four featured cocktails. The clinic focuses on HIV/AIDS education, prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

The featured cocktails are:

Grapefruit Spritz - Ketel One Citroen vodka, Campari, and fresh grapefruit juice
Bad Apple - Don Julio silver tequila, Lillet, Angostura bitters, apple juice, and ginger beer
Orange Blossom Fizz - Belvedere Orange, St. Germain Elderflower liqueur, pineapple juice and sparkling
Morning Daiquiri - Ten Cane rum, Grand Marnier shaken with fresh lime juice and orange marmalade

They all sound delicious, don't they? If forced to choose, I'd probably go with the Morning Daiquiri, but knowing $1 from each $9 cocktail goes to such a good cause, I just might have to try them all.

Cocktails for a Cure originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 at 10:37:19.

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See, They Combined 'Group' and 'Coupon'...

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:02:50 +0000

Over the weekend someone sent me a link to the Web site Groupon.

It's a pretty simple concept. Each day a Baltimore business (the site also operates in a host of other cities) offers a coupon on Groupon. If enough people sign up for the deal, it becomes official. If not enough people do, the offer is rescinded.

Here's an example. Today's deal is $15 for one hour of bowling and shoe rental at Mustag Alley's in Little Italy (normally, that package would cost $31.50). When I logged on around 8:30 this morning, 10 of the required 20 people had signed up for the package. Now, just before 10, more than 25 have, meaning it's official. If the minimum hadn't been met, people who signed up for the deal wouldn't have been charged.

This form of social media marketing seems smart to me. It's a win-win for businesses and customers. Check it out when you get a minute. Maybe I'll see you at Mustag Alley's.

See, They Combined 'Group' and 'Coupon'... originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Monday, November 9th, 2009 at 11:02:50.

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Charles Street: Let's Eat

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:26:20 +0000

As readers of this site know, I love food. Granted, I'm hungry as I write this (on Thursday evening), but I can't think of a single food item I won't eat. Cold borscht comes the closest.

That's why Charles Street: Let's Eat, an event happening tomorrow, caught my eye. From noon to 6 p.m. on Read Street between Charles and Cathedral streets, 10 Mount Vernon restaurants will be offering up samples of their cuisine. Drinks, live music, and even belly dancing are on the schedule.

Admission is free, and food and drink prices vary. Scanning the restaurants that will be there, I can tell you that there is certain to be some delicious food on the menu (Saschas 527�Restaurant and the Helmand are personal favorites).

Charles Street: Let's Eat originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 07:26:20.

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Weekend Roundup

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:23:36 +0000

It's a relatively quiet weekend around town, so it might be a good weekend to check out a museum, go to a farmers' market, or try a new restaurant (like this one in Canton).

Thursday

Leonardo Da Vinci's Science, Technology, and Art - Noted Da Vinci scholar and Discovery Channel personality Dr. Jonathan Pevsner offers insight into the genius of Da Vinci. The lecture is free with RSVP to 410-545- 5980. It begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Maryland Science Center, and after guests can tour the Da Vinci exhibit at the museum.

Friday-Saturday-Sunday

Greek Heritage Festival - The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation sponsors its 38th annual festival at 24 W. Preston St. downtown. Food, drink, and music from Greece take center stage during the three-day festival, which is free to attend. Hours are 11-11 Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Weekend Roundup originally appeared on About.com Baltimore on Thursday, November 5th, 2009 at 11:23:36.

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