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HOT AUGUST BLUES AND ROOTS FESTIVAL
Oregon Ridge Park heats up on Aug. 16 with an all-day blues fest featuring John Hiatt and the Ageless Beauties, Marcia Ball and other bands. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, but leave your cooler at home. (08/2008)
In Oregon Ridge Park, 13401 Beaver Dam Rd, Cockeysville
877-321-3378
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LITTLE ITALY FILM FESTIVAL
On summer nights, this downtown Italian enclave feels like an Old World village-and Friday night outdoor film screenings only add to the magic. This month's highlights include Italian classics like Cinema Paradiso as well as Baltimore's beloved Hairspray. (08/2008)
At High and Stiles sts
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MARYLAND STATE FAIR
The fair bids farewell to summertime with horse racing, Ferris Wheels, livestock shows, cow-milking lessons and a boatload of cotton candy and fair food. Grab a corn dog at this year's event (Aug. 22 through Sept. 1). (08/2008)
At The Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2299 York Rd, Timonium
410-252-0200
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URBAN PIRATES
Performing pirates stir up some swashbuckling fun for aspiring Jack Sparrows aboard the pirate ship Fearless. Climb aboard before Labor Day when the last ship sets sail from Fells Point for the season. (08/2008)
At Ann Street Pier
410-327-8378
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ARTSCAPE
A beloved Charm City summer event, Artscape is gaining recognition as the nation's largest free arts festival. Check out more than 150 artists and craftspeople, as well as music, dancing and tasty street food. July 18-20. (07/2008)
At Mt. Royal and Cathedral sts
877-225-8466
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BALTIMORE BEACH VOLLEYBALL
Federal Hill's downtown beach offers seven beach volleyball courts made with 1,000 tons of sand. Break away from the tourists at the Inner Harbor and check out a weekend tournament where amateurs and professionals alike set, serve and spike. (07/2008)
At Rash Field
410-752-4805
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"FLICKS FROM THE HILL" OUTDOOR FILM SERIES
The American Visionary Art Museum hosts free outdoor movies every Thursday at 9pm. This month's selections include Close Encounters of the Third Kind and cult classic Harold and Maude. (07/2008)
At Federal Hill
410-244-1900
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SUMMER EVENING CONCERTS AT BOORDY VINEYARDS
Pack a picnic and bring your dancing shoes for the Saturday night dance parties (6:30 to 9:30) at Boordy Vineyards. Expect wine tastings and a live music lineup that ranges from '50s and '60s dance and salsa to zydeco and big band music. (07/2008)
12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes
410-592-5015
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SUMMER NIGHTS AT OREGON RIDGE
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra moves the show outside with starlit performances at the expansive Oregon Ridge Park. The Independence Day weekend performances include fireworks, while the family-friendly July 19 show celebrates music from the Harry Potter film series. (07/2008)
At Oregon Ridge Park, Cockeysville
410-783-8000
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QUINTESSENTIAL GENTLEMAN
Old-school traditions like straight razor shaves take on a modern edge at this grooming parlor for men. Arrive early for your appointment to enjoy billiards, a putting area and comfy seats from which to watch TV. (06/2008)
31 S Calvert St
410-685-7428
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BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY
Housed in a 19th-century oyster canning company, the BMI provides visitors with an interactive history lesson on life before iPods and digital TV. Workshops focus on printing, manufacturing and metalworking. (06/2008)
1415 Key Hwy
410-727-4808
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CHESAPEAKE SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
This year's Shakespeare festival features The Comedy of Errors and The Tempest by the ruins of a boarding school at this historic park. Tickets are reasonably priced and kids enter free. June 6 through July 13. (06/2008)
At Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park, 3691 Sarah's Ln, Ellicott City
866-811-4111
www.chesape...espeare.com