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Anita Baker tops 'The List' for this weekend
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Anita Baker comes to Baltimore on Friday with a performance at the Pier Six Pavilion. There's music, exhibits and gatherings throughout the region this weekend. Check out this week's List of must-do's.
1. Hot August Blues and Roots Enjoy this 16th Annual Roots and Blues Festival featuring John Hiatt, Marcia Ball, Bonerama, Janet Griffin, and others. The whole family can also enjoy performance artists, crafts and refreshments. Details: $25-$40; 12 to 10 p.m. Saturday; Oregon Ridge Nature Center & Park, 13555 Beaver Dam Road, Cockeysville; 410-887-1815 Grammy-Award winning rocker Peter Frampton brings his big rock sound to town. Details: $40-$50; 7 p.m. Friday; Rams Head Live, 20 Market Place, Baltimore; 401-547-SEAT 3. Legends of Hip-Hop This star-studded show features Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, Big Daddy Kane, Hip-Hop Hall of Famers, Whodini and MC Lyte. Details: $25-$79; 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday; Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Ave., Baltimore; 410-783-4189; www.ticketmaster.com 4. All-Russian Cello & Piano Recital Together Wendy Warner who plays violincello and Irina Nuzova who plays piano make their voice known as an ensemble dedicated to unaffected, profound renditions of the classical repertoire. Details: $20; 7:30 p.m. Saturday.; An Die Musik LIVE!, 409 N. Charles St., Second Floor, Baltimore; 410-385-2638 5. Suede Enjoy the pop/jazz/blues music from this internationally known artist. Details: $27.50; 8 p.m. Sunday; Rams Head On Stage, 33 West St., Annapolis; 410-547-SEAT
1. Summer Group Show Chris Bathgate interlocks brass, steel, aluminum and copper elements to form shiny, futuristic three-dimensional objects. On display beside his works are paintings, photographs, sculptures, drawings and mixed-media works by artists represented by Gallery Imperato. Details: Through August 30; Gallery Imperato, 921 E. Fort Ave., Baltimore; Free; 410-783-9301 2. 50 Fashionable Years Dream houses, sports cars, dresses and hairstyles — Geppi’s Entertainment Museum looks at Barbie’s 50 controversial years since her plain black-and-white swimsuit debut in 1959. Details: Through May 31, 2009; Geppi’s Entertainment Museum, 301 W. Camden St., Baltimore; Free to $10 ; 410-625-7060 3. Symbiosis Sculptural and functional animal and figurative ceramic works on view give viewers an idea of what inspires the exhibiting artists to create. Details: Through September 18; Baltimore Clayworks, 5707 Smith Ave., Baltimore; Free; 410-578-1919 4. Diane Logan, Susan Henderson and Lisa Rowley Details: Through Sept. 12; James L. Pierce Fine Art Framing & Gallery, Green Spring Station, 2360 West Joppa Road, Lutherville; Free; 410-337-8490 5. New outdoor installation Expanded reproductions of original works by Brady Starr and Daniel Stuelpnagel, both 20-feet by 20-feet, are now mounted outdoors side-by-side for every pedestrian to see. Details: Through the fall; on the back of the large billboard on the northwest corner of Charles and Lanvale Streets, Baltimore; Free; www.myspace.com/bradystarr and www.409a.com
Occupation: The Wine Coach “I blend my training as a professional sommelier with my experience as a life coach to create unique corporate events, wine seminars and tastings. Having my own business requires a ton of work, usually 7 days a week, but I always try to squeeze in some fun over the weekend.” 1. Taste Test On Friday, I’ll grab my friend Valerie and head over to The Wine Market at 921 E. Fort Avenue for a Free tasting of Argentinean and Chilean wines. South America is a great place to look for delicious value priced wines. If we get motivated I might just buy a bottle of wine and then move over to the dining room for dinner. They always have an interesting cheese plate with three artisan cheeses to start, lots of great entrees. If you are looking for comfort don’t miss their mac and cheese. 2. Blues Under the Stars If we still have energy we’ll grab lawn chairs and head over to Little Italy for the outdoor film series at the intersection of High and Stiles Street. This week’s movie is one of my favorites, has a great soundtrack and is a true classic — The Blues Brothers. Don’t miss this opportunity to see it under the stars … Jake and Elwood would be so disappointed! 3. Custom Cuisine Saturday is date night so I plan to enjoy an early dinner with my husband Michael at Dogwood’s at 911 West 36th Street. Bridget and Galen Sampson have created a wonderful restaurant the focuses on seasonal, local and organic cuisine. We love trying new things so we will probably choose the “Menu of the Minute” option where Galen and his team of chefs create a five course tasting menu for us that is truly unique. 4. Dancing Queen “After dinner we plan to work off these calories by dancing them off at a free Summer Live! Concert at Harborplace. The Players are the main act combining rock, ska and reggae to create a unique upbeat sound that will inspire everyone to get up and dance. 5. Ohmmm “Sunday be a day to recover from all this fun. I will start with a yoga class at 10 a.m. at The Healing Path located at 37 E. Cross Street. The yoga class will definitely help me de-stress and center. Afterwards I am going to splurge and get a deep tissue massage.
1. Fiore’s Annual Wine, Jazz and Art Festival Fiore Winery’s biggest event of the year is the festival, which features live music from Carl Filipiak and Cold Spring Jazz Quartet, as well as craft vendors and local artwork. Details: $12/person; Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Fiore Winery, 3026 Whiteford Road, Pylesville; 410-879-4007. 2. St. Agnes 3rd Annual Running Clinics St. Agnes Hospital hosts this event, designed to provide runners of all levels with information and improvement tips on how to enhance their running performance. Details: Free; 9 a.m. Saturday; St. Agnes Hospital, 900 Caton Ave., Baltimore; 410-790-9913. 3. Swing Dance Lessons Learn to swing dance with your partner — no experience necessary. Charm City Swing hosts beginner’s swing dance lessons every Monday at 8 p.m., then a dance from 9 to 11 p.m. Details: $5 to $10/person; 8 to 11 p.m. Monday; Austin Grill, 2400 Boston St., Baltimore. 4. Gwynns Falls Bike and Brunch Travel through forests, meadows, along streams and historic neighborhoods on bikes, and return to enjoy a simple brunch. Details: $15/person; 10 a.m. Saturday; Carrie Murray Nature Center, 1901 Ridgetop Road, Baltimore; 410-396-0440. 5. Dr. No The Charles Theatre will play brand-new prints of the first three Albert Broccoli-produced James Bond films. “Dr. No” will play on Saturday, Monday and Thursday. Details: $6 to $8/person; Noon Saturday, 7 p.m. Monday, 9 p.m. Thursday; The Charles Theatre, 1711 N. Charles St., Baltimore; 410-727-3456.
1. Drive 2 Thrive Benefit for Literacy featuring Christian Siriano The Echelon Life presents a high fashion runway showcase featuring 2008 Project Runway winner Christian Siriano. All proceeds benefit literacy programs in Baltimore. Details: $100 to $300/person; 7 p.m. Saturday; Maserati of Baltimore, 1628 York Road, Lutherville; 410-823-8150. 2. Summer Garden Party at Gramercy Mansion Enjoy summertime refreshments, lawn games, fancy hat prizes, tag sale and more. Proceeds from the event benefit the Carroll Museums. Details: $35 to $40/person; 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday; Gramercy Mansion, 1400 Greenspring Ave., Baltimore; 410-605-2964. 3. Baltimore Magazine’s Best of Baltimore Party A celebration of the magazine’s annual “Best of Baltimore” issue, with proceeds benefiting The Family Tree. Details: $90/person; 6 p.m. tonight; M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St., Baltimore; 410-243-3790. 4. Baltimore Ravens Preseason Game The Baltimore Ravens take on the Minnesota Vikings in the second preseason game. Details: $50 to $115/person; 7:30 p.m. Saturday; M&T Bank Stadium, 1101 Russell St., Baltimore. 5. An Evening with Anita Baker The multiple Grammy Award-winning singer, composer, and producer brings classics like “Giving You The Best That I Got,” “Talk To Me” and “Body and Soul” to Pier Six. Details: $39 to $125/person; 7 p.m. Friday; Pier Six Pavilion, 731 Eastern Ave., Baltimore; 410-783-4189.
1. Bare: The Musical This contemporary new musical tells the story of a group of students at a Catholic boarding school struggling to find their own voices in a modern world that both embraces and isolates them. Details: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday through Aug. 31; Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St., Baltimore; $15 to $20; 410-752-8558. 2. Cats The Laurel Mill Playhouse presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s celebrated feline musical as their summer youth production, directed by Stu Knazik. Details: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday through August 24; Laurel Mill Playhouse, 508 Main St., Laurel; $10 to $15; 301-617-9906. 3. Kosher with Salsa Playwright Miryam Madrigal was born in Mexico, moved to the U.S. with her parents and grew up first in an all-black, lower income neighborhood, then a middle-class Jewish neighborhood. In her play, she writes about the changing face of the American family. Details: 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday through August 30; Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S. Ann St., Baltimore; $15 to $20; 410-276-7837. 4. God’s Trombones From “The Creation” to “Noah and the Ark” to “Great Judgment Day,” this musical by James Weldon Johnson is an evening of the gospels, spirit-filled sermons and audience participation. Details: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m. Sunday; Arena Players, 801 McCulloh St., Baltimore; $15; 410-728-6500. 5. The Cabaret at Germano’s Baltimore’s premier cabaret features performers from the worlds of theatre, popular song, jazz, classical music and opera. Details: 7 tonight; Germano’s Trattoria, 300 S. High St., Baltimore; $10; 410-752-4515.
1. Knights of Columbus 28th Annual Carnival Enjoy rides, food and fun. Details: Various prices; 7 to 11 p.m. today and Saturday; 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday; 2590 Solomon's Island Road (Route 2 south), Annapolis; 410-224-4242 2. Full Moon Hike The whole family will enjoy this hike beneath the full moon. Trails are not easily traveled by stroller. Details: $3, $2; 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday; Jug Bay Wetlands, 1361 Wrighton Road, Loathia; 410-741-9330. 3. Peach Festival The family can enjoy Bluegrass music, cake walks, and more. Details: Various fees; 3 to 7 p.m. Sat. through Aug. 23; Benjamin’s-Krider’s United Church of Christ, 208 Krider's Church Road, Westminster; 410-876-3798 4. Enchanted Forest Birthday Party Fairy tale characters, story times, entertainment and face painting. Details: $4.50; 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday; Clark’s Elioak Farm, 10500 Route 108, Ellicott City; 410-730-4049 5. Youth Service Saturday Kids ages 5 to 15 learn about Chesapeake Habitat’s work to help make simple, decent, affordable housing a reality for all people. Give the kids a chance to participate in fun activities that support our mission. Details: Free with donation of a hand tool such as a broom, permanent marker, or tape measure; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday; Chesapeake Habitat for Humanity, 3326 Keswick Road, Baltimore; 410-366-1250
1. Wine, Jazz and Art Festival Enjoy winery tours, arts & crafts, wine tasting, grape stomping, and bands, including Cari Filipiak, the Spring Jazz Quartet, and The Greg Hatza Orgon-ization. Details: $12 Adv., $15 gate; 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Fiore Winery, 3026 Whiteford Road, Pylesville; 410-879-4007 2. 45th Annual Havre De Grace Art Show & Book Festival Over 250 artists and crafters from throughout the U.S. will display and sell their work. Enjoy food, entertainment and free shuttles from designated parking to the show, downtown and attractions. Boat accessible. Details: Free; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; Tydings Park, 350 Commerce St.; Havre de Grace; 410-939-9342 3. Little Italy Open Air Film Festival Grab a chair and some beverages and enjoy the classic film “Blues Brothers.” Details: Free; 9 p.m. Friday; Intersection of High and Stiles, S. High Street and Fawn Street in the Little Italy neighborhood of Baltimore. 4. The Stone Soul Picnic Join 100,000 of your closest friends to celebrate African-American culture, music and families. Acclaimed singer Eric Benet and many others are slated to perform at the event which also features food, speakers and more. Details: Free; 12 to 8 p.m. Saturday; Druid Hill Park, 2700 Madison Ave., Baltimore; 410-396-7900. 5. Drive 2 Thrive Benefit for Literacy featuring Christian Siriano The Echelon Life presents the fashion benefit event of the season, featuring 2008 winner of “Project Runway,” Christian Siriano. Enjoy while raising money for literacy programs in Baltimore and enjoy an exciting night of gaming and high fashion before New York’s fashion week. Details: $100-$300; 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Saturday; Maserati of Baltimore, 1628 York Road, Lutherville; 410-823-8150 Compiled by Emily Campbell, Nancy Dunham and Jessica Novak E-mail features editor Jeni Mann, TheList@baltimoreexaminer.com |
