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MITCHELL'S GOLF COMPLEX
Ready for a heated mini-golf tourney? With three different courses and holes ranging from simple to over-the-top, this center caters to novices and Tiger Woods wannabes alike. (06/2008)
301 Mitchell Dr, Reisterstown
410-833-7721
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SUMMER SOUNDS AT THE SQUARE
Arrive early to secure a spot at the weekly parking lot party with live music and lots of food, from white sangria to grilled skirt steak sandwiches. Festivities take place Fridays from 6pm to 9pm. (06/2008)
At Belvedere Sq • 518 E Belvedere Ave
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BALTIMORE WATER TAXIS
Think of it as multitasking-as the water taxi shuttles you from waterfront Canton over to Fort McHenry, you can take in a great view of the lively harbor. A day pass with unlimited stops is just $8. (05/2008)
800-658-8947
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THE MARYLAND ZOO
The kids will like spending time with the penguins, polar bears, giraffes and baby elephants Tuffy and Lil' Felix; adults will enjoy the May 24 "Brew at the Zoo" event. (05/2008)
In Druid Hill Park
410-366-5466
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PREAKNESS
You don't have to be the gambling type to enjoy this leg of the Triple Crown. Rowdy revelers drink beer in the infield while a more mature crowd sips Black-Eyed Susans in the grandstands. May 17. (05/2008)
At Pimlico Race Course, 5201 Park Heights Ave
877-206-8042 x3
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TSNY BALTIMORE
This Inner Harbor trapeze school lets you channel your inner Cirque du Soleil acrobat. Learn to be an aerial artist as you leap from a 23-foot-tall platform and swing into the hands of your catcher. (05/2008)
300 Key Hwy
410-459-6839
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USS CONSTELLATION
History buffs and sailors can explore three decks of this Civil War ship. Highlights of this maritime wonder include the living quarters and narrow hammocks on the berth deck and the twice-daily cannon firing. (05/2008)
At Pier 1, 301 E Pratt St
410-539-1797
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"BODY WORLDS 2"
Baltimore is abuzz as it hosts the Mid-Atlantic debut of "BODY WORLDS 2," the acclaimed exhibition of the preserved human body. Observe 200 human specimens, including the "three pound gem" more commonly known as the brain. (04/2008)
At the Maryland Science Center, 601 Light St
410-685-5225
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ECOFESTIVAL
Baltimore's Green Week reminds us every day should be Earth Day. The party kicks off April 26 with the EcoFestival, a celebration of sustainable living. Enjoy kids' activities, food and music as you learn about going green. (04/2008)
In Druid Hill Park near the Reservoir
www.baltimo...eenweek.org -
THE ORIOLES
Put on your orange and black and welcome the Os back to the ballpark for another season. You can't miss the giant new scoreboard standing over center field. This month, catch home games against the Chicago White Sox (April 16- 17), New York Yankees (April 18-20) and Tampa Bay Devil Rays (April 29-30). (04/2008)
At Camden Yards, 333 W Camden St
888-848-2473
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SHERWOOD GARDENS
One of the city's loveliest neighborhoods, Guilford is home to grand mansions and, come spring, thousands of tulips. Dreamy Sherwood Gardens is the perfect spot to spend a lazy Saturday afternoon. (04/2008)
At E Highfield Rd and Greenway Rd
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ST. PATRICK PARADE
Don your green for Baltimore's St. Patrick's Day parade on March 16. The festivities begin at the Washington Monument and continue to the Inner Harbor. Expect plenty of song and Irish revelry. (03/2008)
Starts at the Washington Monument
www.irishparade.net