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Hosted by Johns Hopkins University

Casual attire

Free admission

Johns Hopkins Spring Fair is all about having fun. As America’s largest student-run three day festival, we on the Spring Fair staff strive to bring the greater Baltimore area the best of the best each and every year. We organize and execute an extensive number of events on Homewood Campus which include but are not limited to inflatables, games and contests, an ever-expanding food court, and beer garden. As a dedicated and fun-loving group of individuals, we cannot wait to host the best Spring Fair weekend Hopkins has seen yet!

Hosted by Y:ART

Casual attire

Free admission

Hosted by Maryland State Bar Association Young Lawyers Section

Benefits Oyster Recovery Partnership

Business/cocktail attire

Tickets $80 – Couple $150

Annually, the Young Lawyers Section (YLS) of the Maryland State Bar Association hosts a charity event attended by approximately 200 members of the bench and bar to benefit a local charity. The YLS’s 27th Annual Spring Charity Event will be held on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Gertrude’s, located at 10 Art Museum Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218. The event will include hor d’oeuvre stations, oyster shucking, an open bar, live music, and a silent auction. Our goal is to raise $20,000 for the Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP), this year’s charity, to support their environmental education program for youth! Join the YLS at its biggest event of the year!

ORP was established in 1994 to build and strengthen cooperative oyster restoration efforts among state and federal government agencies, scientists, watermen, and conservation organizations, resulting in a coordinated, focused, large-scale restoration program. ORP believes that shellfish, such as oysters, are critical to reversing the Chesapeake Bay’s poor water quality and declining habitats and expanding economic opportunities in the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays and beyond. ORP collaborates with schools and other organizations to deliver educational services to students on the Chesapeake Bay, its ecosystem, and the important role we all play in the Bay’s overall recovery.

Hosted by Old Line Society – Benefits The Valleys Planning Council

Cocktail attire

Tickets $75, OLS Members $55

Hosted by Roland Park Community Foundation

Casual attire

Tickets $75

CELEBRATE SPRING IN ROLAND PARK!

Join friends and neighbors for the neighborhood’s spring celebration, generously hosted by the Woman’s Club of Roland Park. Featuring fine beverages and light fare provided by local merchants, “celebrity” neighborhood bartenders, a unique Green Space cocktail and ever-popular Wine Auction. Music provided by Park Jazz Collective.

Fine beverages and light fare sponsored by:

Chow Mein Charlie, Foreman Wolf, Galley, Miss Shirley’s, Namaste, Scoozi – Radisson Cross Keys, Village Square Café and Woodberry Kitchen.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors:

Gold

Green Fields Nursery & Landscaping, Keswick Multi-Care Center, Kittredge Properties, Namaste Baltimore, Roland Park Place, Smile Garden Dental Center, Travieso & Ziegler, LLC, Bonnie A Travieso and Carl N. Zeigler, attorneys at law

Silver

ADR Builders, ltd, Alpine Team Advertising, Dr. Matthew Wallengreen, DDS, Eddie’s of Roland Park, Thomson Remodeling Company

Bronze

A & A Tree Experts, Inc, Atelier Salon, Mark Mobley Architecture, Mathnasium of Roland Park, Sam’s Canterbury Cafe

Questions? E-mail [email protected], or call 

410-464-2533

Hosted by Student Government Association at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School

Formal attire

Tickets $55

Every year while the cherry blossoms begin to bloom, we host the annual Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Spring Gala: to honor the successes and the close ties forged over the course of the year. This year, we return to the elegant Engineer’s Club At The Garrett-Jacobs Mansion, a historic venue that has hosted numerous business leaders and professionals over the years.

Dress up. Suit up. Be dressed to the nines. Impress with your most elegant formal attire, and soak in the wonderful atmosphere while being serenaded by a live band!

Highlights

• Spring Gala is on April 20th, 2018 (Friday), 8.00 PM to 12 Midnight.
• Tickets include dinner and 3 drinks
• Bask in the sights of the Garrett-Jacobs Mansion, the jewel in the crown of Baltimore’s most distinctive historic homes.
• Late tickets: April 12th 12:00 AM – April 20th, at the door

Dress Code

• Formal attire: business formal, tuxedos, evening gowns, cultural formal attire (e.g. Korean Hanbok)
• Inappropriate attire includes: T-shirts, jeans, sandals, sweatpants, athletic wear (i.e. please be professional).

Benefits Chase Brexton & Baltimore AIDS Walk & Run

Attire varies – Check descriptions of specific events

Tickets $10-$50

D4AC: INCOGNITO is a three-day, masquerade-themed circuit party fundraiser benefiting Chase Brexton and the Baltimore AIDS Walk & Run, April 20-22, 2018, at Baltimore Eagle and Factory17. Some events encourage costumes and/or masks. See our website (d4acevents.com) and Facebook page (D4ACEvents) for details.

The lineup for INCOGNITO is as follows:

• OPENING NIGHT at Baltimore Eagle – (9pm – 2am) Featuring DJ Matthew Lee, raffle ticket sale, drinks specials, and Baltimore AIDS Walk & Run signup with Chase Brexton..
  Tickets: $10
  No charge for VIP Weekend Pass holders.
• HEROICS at Baltimore Eagle – (10pm – 2) amFeaturing an exclusive live performance by Ultra Naté, beats by DJ Zathan Radix, DJ Rob G3, Eddie Danger, raffle ticket sales, free swag, drink specials, and shot jocks. (Superhero costumes encouraged.) Plus a very special live performance by Abbi Kadabra.
  Tickets: $20
  Tickets for Performance: +$10
  No charge whatsoever for VIP Weekend Pass holders.
• MASQ: The After Party at Factory 17 – (2 am – 5 am) An after-hours, wild-side masquerade event. (Masks encouraged.) Featuring DJs Ryan Doubleyou and Scott Howard, dancing by Eddie Danger, Roman Marx, free swag, raffle ticket sales, and more.
  Tickets: $ / $20 at the door
  No charge for VIP Weekend Pass holders.
• LAST CALL at Baltimore Eagle – (6pm – 9pm) Featuring Abbi Kadabra and Shaunda Leer, plus Facebook Live Raffle Drawing. Drinks specials and a few other surprises…
  Included for VIP Weekend Pass Holders

GET YOUR VIP WEEKEND PASS TODAY on Eventbrite or by visiting our website at www.d4acevents.com.

*** FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR EXCLUSIVE OFFERS.

Hosted by Sagamore Spirit

Casual attire

The distillery is almost a year old! We opened our doors April 21, 2017 and since then have filled hundreds of barrels of whiskey and welcomed over 30,000 guests to the distillery.
On April 21st, we plan on celebrating outside with music, food trucks, lawn games and tours of the distillery. Make sure to book a tour ahead of time to be guaranteed a spot! Can’t make it? Join us on Facebook & Instagram live for a behind the scenes look at our day to day operations. Cheers! #SpiritofSagamore

Benefits Friends of Patterson Park

Casual attire

Free admission to festival – Advance Crushfest tickets $30

When the sun comes out, so do the festivals!

The Canton Spring Festival is a free, open to the public outdoor festival featuring food, drinks, live music, a kid zone, over 100+ local vendors, family fun and more – All ages welcome! Portion of proceeds will benefit The Friends of Patterson Park.

Featuring ‘Crushfest’ – Tasting garden showcasing over a dozen varieties of Crushes including everyone’s favorite Orange, Grapefruit, Watermelon, Pineapple, Black Cherry & many more!

Join the Crush Club! $30 Advance ticket includes:

-Crush Club mug

-Five (5) drink tickets redeemable for Crushes, beer, wine & mixed drinks

-Festival T-Shirt

-All-day admission to the tasting gardens for live music, tailgate games and more!

Hosted by Fell’s Point Main Street

Casual/pirate attire

Tickets $10 – $60

Join Fell’s Point Main Street for the 14th Annual Privateer Festival on April 21 and April 22, 2018 from 11am to 6pm at Broadway Square, Fell’s Point. Celebrate Baltimore’s maritime prowess and enjoy a land invasion of living history with live music by the Brigands Band, Pirates for Sail, and Tom Mason and the Blue Buccaneers, tour historic ships, play with parrots, gaze at living mermaids, shop at maritime merchant booths, sip grog, taste grub, join the rum punch stroll and more! The Fell’s Point Privateer festival is FREE, however there are great pirate packages available.

***This event is rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable. For event details, please visit privateerfestival.com.

Hosted by Diamondback Beer & Others

Casual attire

Free admission

Our biggest event of the year-Greener Fest-is back. Featuring two can drops, three bars with draft beer, food trucks, outdoor games, kid friendly activities, and live music, this event embraces everything our team enjoys with even more to offer than last year. Mark your calendars.

THE LOCATION:
Greener Fest will take place in our taproom, our new patio space, and will overflow into our parking lot on April 21st, 2018. Can drops will start at 11AM and the full festival begins at 12PM.

THE BEER:
We have a dual can release for you this year, with more details on limits, prices, and logistics to come. More importantly, we will be offering a way to reserve your cans for pick-up after the festival or the following day. This way, we can ensure your cans stay fresh and cold in our cooler. Here are the details on the two beers:

(1) Greener Machine (Imperial IPA) is our imperial version of Green Machine with an extra dose of Citra and Ella hops throughout the brewing of the beer.

(2) Cold Taxi (Zwickelbier) is our unfiltered lager, dry-hopped with Vic Secret and Mosaic. Inspired by old world lagers, while providing our own spin on the style.

THE MUSIC:
Music returns this year, taking place on our patio featuring two incredible local bands, The High and Wides (early afternoon session) and Ampersand Stringband (late afternoon session).

THE FOOD:
El Gringo Taco truck and Smoke BBQ will be slinging Mexican and American options all day. In addition, we’ll be stopping the festival during mid-afternoon to thank everyone and invite 10 guests on stage for an eating competition involving two tacos, one chaco taco ice cream, and a 16oz chug of our Cold Taxi Zwickelbier.

KID’S ZONE SPONSORED BY Porter Street Apartments – Baltimore, MD:
As a family friendly environment, we enjoy seeing adults showing up to imbibe, and look forward to kids enjoying our festival as well. Porter Street Apartments will have a bounce house and face painting available in the parking lot

We have more details to come, stay tuned on social media

Hosted by Monument City Breweru

Casual attire

Free admission

Although we’ve been around for more than a year, we’re celebrating the One Year Anniversary of opening our facility in beautiful Highlandtown!

Come celebrate with us on April 21st from 12-7PM. We have a great lineup of local musicians and food for the day. We’ll have 20+ beers available, including some limited barrel aged. One Year Anniversary glassware and shirts will be available for purchase.

Music:
– Nate McCormick: 1-2PM
– Bryan Ewald: 2:30-4PM
– Haint Blue: 4:30-6:30PM

Food:
· Snake Hill
· Ekiben
· The Smoking Swine
– The Local Fry
– Taharka Brothers

Entry is free so don’t miss out on a day to celebrate great local beer, talented local musicians, and fantastic local food!

Free parking in lot and along Haven Street.

Cheers!

Benefits A Workshop Of Our Own

Casual attire

Tickets $10

Join all of us at A Workshop Of Our Own as we celebrate our first birthday!  ALL are welcome at this event!

Featuring:
Raffle prizes! DJ Ghosthussy!
Woodworking Demos (including a big steam bend)! Custom Wood-Burning!
Food! Beverages!
Annnnnd a tour of our beautiful shop!

Tickets are just $10 and all proceeds go to helping us continue our work and grow our project.

WOO started as a small idea three years ago, and it has grown into a real space, real commuity, and a real force for change and growth in our field! We are a volunteer-run organization and a non-profit partner of Fusion Partnerships.

Here is some data from our first year:
Total number of students: 151
Total number of regular (recurring) volunteers: 46
Total number of yearly members: 12
Total number of core members with studio space: 2

We are also looking for more volunteers to help us out during the party. If you’re interested in helping out, email [email protected]

See you at the workshop!

Benefits Maryland Center for the Arts

Casual attire

Tickets $10

Brian Acquavella and Black Eyed Suzie’s are opening the doors to their second floor for us! We’re having a fundraising party to help raise funds for the Maryland Center for the Arts… and for Kelsey and my fundraising campaign (https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjkyOTE).

We’ll have guest bartenders, special guests (hopefully) and tons of fun!

A small $10 donation at the door gets you in. While you’re enjoying yourself, a brief update of the Maryland Center for the Arts project on Rt. 24 will be given.

Additionally, raffle tickets and Gala tickets can be purchased.

Bring a friend, bring a neighbor, bring a stranger!

Hosted by Artdromeda Baltimore

“Dress to impress” attire

Tickets $25, VIP $35

Artdromeda Baltimore presents a closing reception and the Bald, Beautiful, & Bold Benefit Fashion Show to benefit Alyscia Cunningham’s film “I Am More Than My Hair”.

Carolyn Phillips, a professional model and participant of this project, graciously offered to create this fashion show as a bald awareness campaign as well as a fundraiser for Cunningham’s documentary film, I Am More Than My Hair.

I Am More Than My Hair, a two-part project, is a documentary film and coffee table book that includes stories of women who’ve experienced hair loss and dives into the connection of their emotions in relation to the media’s portrayal of beauty standards. In addition to your ticket purchase, you can also make a tax-deductible donation by visiting – https://docsinprogress.nationbuilder.com/hair

Hosted by Atartus Jenkins, The Bald, Beautiful, & Bold Fashion Show will be an elegant event that takes place at the 1925 historic Montgomery Ward Warehouse Building and former Retail Store. The show will feature bald female, male, and children models in support of our bald awareness cause. We will feature eight amazing designers that will present unique creations. We will also have vendors and artists to add to our unique and diverse experience.

Our designers are:

Ola Raphael for Ola Raphael Designs

Donna Henderson for Flowerbaum

Aristotle Bouvier for Bouvier’s Creations

Simone Ashley for Simone’s Designs

Carissa Bernard for d’Kultered Kunsepts

Londa Msanii for Designs by Londa Msanii

Xavier Shariff for Xavier Furs International

12 year old Samalie Kabenge

Connect with us on social media: 

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/BaldBeautifulBoldFashionShow/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/baldbeautifulbold

Learn more about our Host and Celebrity Guests:

Artartus Jenkins is a former male model and currently a commentator/host for fashion shows.

Our Celebrity Model is Hope Chioma.  She is popularly known as HOPEZ and has supported fashion for a cure in Texas.  HOPEZ has a clothing line and has received several fashion awards, including Runway Model of the Year 2016, Celebrity Model of the Year 2015, Double Icon Model of the Year 2017, and Humanitarian Model Of the Year 2017.  She had walked in shows in Africa and New York Fashion Week and is the founder of Africa for Peace.  Contact HOPEZ at [email protected]

Our Celebrity Blogger is April Clark, CEO and Fashion and Style Expert.  www.whatwouldaprilwear.com

Arue Medley, owner of Arue’s Bodyguard Service, providing professional, comprehensive, discreet bodyguard services to exclusive professionals, businesses, and residential settings.  Arue has established himself as a valuable resource in the executive protection field.  He is licensed and certified in New York and and beyond.  He has extensive training in close quarter combat, shooting, and advanced preparation.  Contact Arue at [email protected]

Erica Strong, Author, Business Owner, Celebrity Stylist, Life Coach, and Motivational Speaker.  She is the author of the book, “Love Strong, Stand Strong, Finish Strong”.  WIth over 20 years of styling experience, Erica has served as an educator for a major hair care system, worked as a lead stylist for Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week, and Head of Hair for various feature films, and worked with producers/directors such as Kim Fields, Tyler Perry, Tommy Ford, and James Kicklighter.  Visit Erica’s website  at www.ericastrong.com

Nora Bonds, Singer/Model and Talent Agent from Temple Hills, MD.  Nora spent most of her adult life in Operations Management for public transit services in the DC metro area before starting her own Talent Agency (Only Talent Management) in 2014.  Nora knows what truly drives conversions, sold out events, ans consistent returning clients.  Nora has helped clients land coverage in many well known publications and offers a wide range of programs and services.  Contact Nora at [email protected] or go to www.onlytalentmanagement.com

April Clark, CEO and Fashion and Style Expert.  April was named one of the 25 most stylish people in the triangle area by Carolina Style Magazine.  Contact April at www.whatwouldaprilwear.com

FAQs

I am unable to attend but would like to help fund Alyscia’s film. How can I support?

You can still support Alyscia by making a tax-deductible donation through her Fiscal Sponsor, Docs In Progress, via this link – https://docsinprogress.nationbuilder.com/hair

What is the dress code for the show?

There is no requirement. We like to say it will be fashionable to “dress to impress”.

What time does the Fashion Show start?

Doors open for guest at 3:00pm for Artdromeda Baltimore Artist Closing Reception, Vendor Shopping, Red Carpet Event, and early seating. The show will run from 4:00pm sharp until 7:00pm. There will be a brief intermission halfway through the show. After the show, you’ll have the opportunity to finish viewing the wonderful works of the artist and continue shopping with the vendors. Please keep in mind, the venue will close at 8pm.

What does the VIP ticket provide?

The VIP ticket reserves you premium seating with the best view. You will probably be seen in the pictures and videos taken during the show.

How can I be a vendor during the show?

Contact Joan Smith at [email protected], or Wain Jenkins at [email protected], for vendor table availability. We no longer need jewelry vendors. The cost to be a vendor at the show is $100.00.  You must buy a vendor ticket on this site under “tickets”.  Once you buy a vendor ticket, a vendor contract will be emailed to you.  You must provide your own vendor table.  We can provide a chair.

What hotels are near the venue?

Holiday Inn Express Baltimore At The Stadiums (4.1/5 stars) – 1701 Russell St, Baltimore, MD 21230, (410) 727-1818, price starts at $82.47/night (1.3 miles from venue)

How can I be a Sponsor for the show?

For sponsorship opportunities please email [email protected] or contact Alyscia Cunningham directly at [email protected] 

Will there be alcohol beverages served at the show?

We will not be serving alcoholic beverages. 

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

There are no age limit restrictions.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

There is ample free parking for guests. However, there is a short walk to the venue from the parking lot. Disabled individuals may want to be dropped off at the entrance door, prior to parking your vehicle.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Joan Smith at [email protected] or Wain Jenkins at [email protected] or 301-219-9811.

Are tickets refundable?

No 

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes, your ticket can be used by whoever the bearer is at the door of the event. However, we will need to be informed 24-hours prior to the event. Please email baldbeautifulbold gmail.com. 

How many designers will be presenting?

We are expecting to showcase 8 designers with women’s, men’s and children’s designs, including a furier and an exotic jewelry designer.

How many models will be modeling?

There will be approximately 12 male models and 18 female models.

Can I model for the show?

Thank you for your eagerness to participate, however our call for models has closed.

Benefits Camp Opportunity

“Dressed-up blue jeans” attire

Tickets $75

Join Camp Opportunity for our third annual fundraiser to support abused and neglected children in Maryland. The event includes “all-you-care-to eat” buffet, open bar (beer & wine), wheels, raffles, games, and a silent and live auction!

The event will be hosted by our co-masters of ceremonies, Denise Koch and Stan Stovall. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Perilla’s Big Hillbilly Band and DJ Wayne Penczek!

Suggested attire is dressed-up blue jeans.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum — $2,000

• Sponsorship of a child for full week session of 2018 Camp Opportunity
• Table for 10 at event
• Sponsorship of two tickets for Camp Opportunity volunteers to attend event
• Company logo included on Camp Opportunity website for one year
• Company logo included on event program and sponsor slide show
• Public acknowledgement on Camp Opportunity social media
• Ability to distribute promotional product or information at event

Gold — $1,000

• Table for 10 at event
• Sponsorship of two tickets for Camp Opportunity volunteers to attend event
• Company name included on Camp Opportunity website for one year
• Company logo included on event program and sponsor slide show
• Public acknowledgement on Camp Opportunity social media

Silver — $500

• Four tickets to event
• Company name included on event program and sponsor slide show
• Public acknowledgement on Camp Opportunity social media

Benefits Village Learning Place

“Smart casual” attire

Tickets $60

Read Between the Wines is a can’t-miss opportunity to dress up, indulge in fine wine and gourmet treats, mingle, and experience the thrill of bidding on silent auction items throughout the evening, all to support a great organization. Auction items range from tickets to local sporting events and shows, to adventure packages, to weekend getaway rentals, to gift certificates for local restaurants, to handmade pieces of art and jewelry. Proceeds from the event benefit the Village Learning Place. Tickets include open bar. Smart casual attire preferred.

Benefits Waterfront Partnership and the Healthy Harbor Initiative

Casual attire

Tickets – In advance $30, At door $35

Healthy Harbor and Peabody Heights Brewery, LLC present “Professor Trash Wheel Blinded Me Wit Science”

Enjoy an evening of:

• All-you-can drink Blinded Me Wit Science & other Peabody Heights brews
• 80s tunes
• Limited edition Professor Trash Wheel pint glass
• Science experiments
• Mexican on the Run and Gypsy Queen food trucks

$30 March 21st – April 20th

$35 Day-of & at the door (if tickets remain)

Professor Trash Wheel Blinded Me Wit Science will also be available for purchase by the six-pack and by the case!

Benefits Baltimore PRIDE

Casual attire

Admission $10

You’re invited to our annual women’s night out – an official Baltimore Pride event! We are going to have LezLink join us for a mixer while QueenEarth performs acoustic ballads with passed hors d’oeuvres followed by a dance party with DJ Tezrah!

Join us for a night of food, music, socializing and dance for a good cause‼ 100% of door cover goes to support Baltimore Pride (the largest fundraiser of the GLCCB). Let’s make this a night to remember! 🌈

All Baltimore Pride/GLCCB events are open to everyone in the LGBTQ/SGL community, including our allies!

*$10 cover all night
*21+
#ShowYourColors
#OfficialPrideFundRaiser
#SupportGLCCB
#BaltimorePride

Benefits Wigstock

Cocktail/drag attire

Tickets $30, $100 – All you can drink wristbands $15 at the door

Help Stillpointe Theatre celebrate our 2018/2019 season by WIGGIN’ OUT with us!

*all funds raised this evening go DIRECTLY to the artists we work with, and the musicals we produce*

WIGSTOCK 2018

Saturday, April 21st, 2018 8-11pm

Wishbone Reserve

3811 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21211

Cocktails, heavy horsdeouvres, live performances, drag queens, and so much more!!

TWO LEVELS OF TICKETING!

“THE BOB” – This ticket grants you admission to the festivities from 8pm-11pm, and includes 2 drink tickets, food, and entertainment – $30

*$15 ALL YOU CAN DRINK wrist bands will be made available for purchase at the door*

“THE BOUFFANT” – In addition to the perks included in “the bob”, this ticket grants you access to our BOUFFANT HAPPY HOUR, one hour prior to the start of the general event. This happy hour will include hand-crafted cocktails, delicious food, and live performances from Stillpointe company members. You will also receive $10 of bills to tip our drag performers! – $100

WHAT IS WIGSTOCK?

Wigstock was an annual outdoor drag festival that began in the 1980s in Manhattan’s East Village that took place on Labor Day. Traditionally the festival would act as the unofficial end to the summer for the gaycommunity of New York City. The name references the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Stillpointe’s WIGSTOCK will celebrate the inner drag queen in ALL of us!

Music by :

D.J. CAPTAIN JOE

Catered by :

COPPER KITCHEN CATERING

Drag Performances by :

Washington Heights
DeeDee Dereon
Anastasia Belladona
Venus Frastrada

Now, start prepping your wig and get excited Baltimore!!! WIGSTOCK will be the social event of the SEASON!!

Hosted by Baltimore Square Dance & Mobtown Ballroom

Casual attire

Tickets $7-$12

*Ticket giveaway! Share this event, invite at least five friends and you’ll be entered into a random drawing for two GA tickets to the 2018 Charm City Bluegrass Festival!**

The wildly popular Baltimore Square Dance returns to the beautiful Mobtown Ballroom for a hilariously fun evening of square dancing, live music and infectious silliness. All are welcome – no experience or partner is needed. The bar at the ballroom will be open. Spread the word and tell your friends!

What: Baltimore Square Dance at Mobtown Ballroom
Where: Mobtown Ballroom (861 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD)
When: Saturday, April 21. Doors at 8pm. Dance from 8:30-11pm.
Who: Live Old-Time Music from The Old-Time Snake Milkers. Calling from Hannah Johnson. All dances will be taught. Beginners are welcome!
Cost: $12/$7 student

The Baltimore Square Dance was recently named “Best of Baltimore: Party You Didn’t Know You Were Missing” by the Baltimore Magazine!

Hosted by Baltibrew

Casual attire

Tickets $15

“Brübakes” is a new event that unites Homebrewers and Bakers in a single competition to celebrate Spring, Earth Day, sustainable brewing practices, and the DIY spirit! Brewers must design a Belgian-style Saison ale to be served with a baked good. The catch? Bakers are required to use spent grain from the brewers’ mash (at least 10% by weight) to create their counterpart. Entries will be judged *as a pair* by the attendees for 1st and 2nd place prizes (valued at $25 per competitor). Those who are up for the challenge may act as both brewer and baker. Competitors must bring enough of each product for 60 samples. Ticket proceeds will be used to fund future Baltibrew events, gatherings, and charitable donations throughout the year.

Style Guidelines: Saison (25B)

Saison is a fairly broad style of Strong Belgian Ale that is easy to brew in a short period without precise temperature control – which means it’s great for homebrewers! We encourage creative recipes, and believe the best way to ensure your brew tastes authentic is by using a true Saison yeast (easily found at your local homebrew store). Key highlights from the BJCP guidelines are pasted below for reference.

“Overall Impression: Most commonly, a pale, refreshing, highly-attenuated, moderately-bitter, moderate-strength Belgian ale with a very dry finish. Typically highly carbonated, and using non-barley cereal grains and optional spices for complexity, as complements the expressive yeast character that is fruity, spicy, and not overly phenolic. Less common variations include both lower-alcohol and higher-alcohol products, as well as darker versions with additional malt character.

Characteristic Ingredients: Not typically spiced, with the yeast, hops and grain providing the character; but spices are allowed if they provide a complementary character. Continental base malts are typical, but the grist frequently contains other grains such as wheat, oats, rye, or spelt. Adjuncts such as sugar and honey can also serve to add complexity and dry out the beer. Darker versions will typically use richer, darker malts, but not typically roasted types. Saazer-type, Styrian or East Kent Golding hops are commonly used. A wide range of herbs or spices can add complexity and uniqueness, but should always meld well with the yeast and hop character. Brettanomyces is not typical for this style; Saisons with Brett should be entered in the American Wild Ale category.

Entry Instructions: The entrant must specify the strength (table, standard, super) and the color (pale, dark). *Fruit and/or spice additions (optional) must be identified, as well.*

Vital Statistics: 
OG: 1.048 – 1.065 (standard)
FG: 1.002 – 1.008 (standard)
IBUs: 20 – 35
SRM: 5 – 14 (pale), 15 – 22 (dark)
ABV: 3.5 – 5.0% (table), 5.0 – 7.0% (standard), 7.0 – 9.5% (super)”

Full style guidelines can be found here (p50-51): https://www.bjcp.org/docs/2015_Guidelines_Beer.pdf

Note: In order for bakers to serve fresh goods, brewers should freeze their spent grain so that bakers can thaw before use.  Any intentional souring of grain should be done in a clean, sealed container and kept to a maximum of 12 hours before freezing to maintain proper food safety standards.  Grains may also be oven-dried before storing.

1st place: $25 gift card to The Wine Source (per competitor)
2nd place: $25 gift card to Peabody Heights Brewery (per competitor)

• Attendee Tickets – $15, includes Baltibrew tasting glass (online sales in advance, cash only at door)
• Competitor Tickets – $15 per pair, includes glassware (advanced sales only, same price for solo competitors)

Tickets will be limited to 50 attendees and 12 competitors. Additional donations for club funding will be accepted during the event (contributions or gifts to Baltibrew are not tax deductible).

Hosted by Baltimore Snap

Casual attire

Free admission – Pre-register for FREE raffle ticket

Join Baltimore Snap for an evening of wine, specialty cocktails, appetizers, chocolate, giveaways, shopping & more! Raffle for gift bags of goodies & gift cards from Village stores Pre-register at www.baltimoresnap.com for one FREE raffle ticket. *Additional raffle tickets available for $5 – All raffle proceeds benefiting The Red Devils