“See” listings
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Summer Sounds Concert Series
Locals convene at Belvedere Square's outdoor market Friday nights for this series with good drinks, food from the market’s restaurants (think: grilled meats galore), live music and enough room for wee ones to twirl and spin to the tunes. (08/2011)
At Belvedere Square Belvedere Ave and York Rd
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Fell’s Point Visitor Center
Housed in a waterfront row home and run by the Preservation Society, this architectural gem is teeming with historic memorabilia and staff ready to regale you with tales about the former shipbuilding center that dates back to 1726. (06/2011)
1724 Thames St
410-675-6751
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Seadog Cruises
Step aboard this speedboat on the scenic Inner Harbor and enjoy a fast-paced 50-minute tour of the area, complete with a solid dose of history as you zoom by Ft. McHenry and the USS Constellation. (06/2011)
561 S Light St
888-822-5992
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Annapolis
Set off on a mini road trip to the state capital, less than an hour from downtown Baltimore. Once there, you can stroll the waterfront city's dock area, explore the Naval Academy or rent a boat and set sail on the Chesapeake. (06/2011)
24 miles southeast of Baltimore
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Cirque du Soleil TOTEM
Cirque du Soleil’s latest spectacle uses a characteristic combo of stunning visuals and crazy acrobatics to recreate the myths that define the evolution of species. Tickets start at $55, while VIP Tapis Rouge seating is a splurge at $250. April 7-24. (04/2011)
At Westport Waterfront 2001 Kloman St
800-450-1480
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West Side Story
This classic musical brings its tale of love on the wrong side of the tracks to Baltimore’s own west side. The show may be more than five decades old, but the punchy songs and stirring ballads still resonate with those in the midst of true love or teenage angst. April 13-24. (04/2011)
At France-Merrick Performing Arts Center 12 N Eutaw St
410-837-7400
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American Visionary Arts Museum
There's nothing stodgy about this museum, which showcases the work of self taught, or visionary, artists. Take Eugene Von Bruenchenhein, whose works are currently on view in Out of This World (through March 2012). The Milwaukee baker used his fingers, combs and a cooking tools to produce countless fantastical, almostcosmic Technicolor paintings. (03/2011)
800 Key Hwy
410-244-1900
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Earth Treks
While away the day at Baltimore County’s largest indoor climbing adventure center, just a short drive or Light Rail ride from downtown. This 16,000-square-foot facility has nearly 150 distinct climbs, from 23-foot slabs to big overhangs for daredevils of all ages and experience levels. (03/2011)
1930 Greenspring Dr, Timonium
410- 560-5665
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Cunningham Falls
This 78-foot waterfall in western Maryland—the largest cascading one in the state—is just a short hike down the family-friendly, half-mile-long Lower Trail. Hard-core hikers—or snowshoers, depending on the weather—can put together a 7.5-mile trek up Bob’s Hill for a bird’s-eye view Cunningham Falls State Park. (02/2011)
73 miles northwest of Baltimore
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THE CHARLES
Head to this midtown movie theater to catch up on award show contenders or revisit the past with 35mm revival fi lms, including cult classics and unsung gems. All are welcome to join Baltimore’s fi lm buffs for a sneak peek at trendy fl icks at the Cinema Sundays fi lm club, Sunday mornings at 9:45. (01/2011)
1711 N Charles St
410-727-3456
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THE HOWARD PETERS RAWLINGS CONSERVATORY & BOTANIC GARDENS OF BALTIMORE
It’s downright summery in this Druid Hill Park conservatory, which has fi ve distinct rooms,each a reminder that warm weather isn’t too far away with blooming orchids, cool cacti and succulents. Special Sunday afternoon events include kids’ story hours and Q&As with master gardeners. (01/2011)
3100 Swan Dr
410-396-0008
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HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF TRAINS
Santa and Frosty roll into the historic 1884 Roundhouse building for this huge display of model and toy trains. Weekend rides and photo ops are available through Dec. 19, and the trains remain on display into the New Year. (12/2010)
901 W Pratt St
410-752-2490
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