Whitman Coin Expo

If you've got an interest in coins, you probably already know about the Whitman Coin Expo going on right now until Sunday, June 23rd at the Convention Center.  What the casual collector might not know, is that there are hours each day where you can get in for FREE (Check it out HERE).

Let's Eat Charles Street - This Weekend

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One of the street festivals that seems to go "under the radar" is the Let's Eat Charles Street (which just so happens to be this Saturday from 12-5PM on the 300 block of North Charles st).  Why, I'm not sure.  It's actually pretty fantastic.  Partly because so many awesome eateries take part, part because there's good music, and part because you get to hang out downtown in the middle of the street.  Oh, and the Oriole bird goes every year!  Here's the official website for more information.

HonFest 2013 - This Weekend!

HonFest is this weekend (June 8-9th), so make your way to Hampden, Hon.  Here's the official website, with a complete music and activity schedule.  If you're not quite sure what to expect, here are some pictures from HonFest 2 years ago.  Still not sure what's going on?  Well then show up and get to know a part of Baltimore.

Fort McHenry Boat Tours

Starting this month, narrated boat tours will be going out of Fort McHenry every weekend until September 15th.  For $10 each ($5 for children 10 years old or younger), you can climb aboard and learn all about the Battle of Baltimore during the War of 1812.  Go where Francis Scott Key was anchored and looking past the British fleet to see if our Star Spangled Banner was still over the fort.  Tours leave hourly from 10AM-4PM.  $1 of all adult tickets sold goes to Friends of Fort McHenry.

Here's a great little video to check out about the tour.

Waterfront Wellness Series 2013

FREE Zumba, Boot Camp, Yoga, and CrossFit classes start tomorrow (May 25th) morning at West Shore Park in the Inner Harbor and run every Saturday and Sunday until September 29th, weather permitting.  Make sure to sign up beforehand, bring water, and enjoy an awesome setting.  Just take a look at how much those classes at a gym will cost you...

Here's the official website for more info and to sign up for a session.

2013 Outdoor Movies

The weather is getting warmer.  Pretty soon it'll be time to head out to your nearest outdoor movie with some food, drinks, and a blanket.  There's fantastic free choices all over the city.  Here's the schedule for them so far (keep and eye on the event calendar to the right or check back here over the next few weeks):

Sunset Wine Tasting in Patterson Park Tonight

The Friends of Patterson Park are hosting a sunset wine tasting tonight (Thursday, May 23rd) from 6-9PM rain or shine.  Tickets are $50 each, and benefit the park we love.  Come relax, sip, and start your memorial day weekend early.

O's win, so Papa Johns is 50% off today!

The Orioles beat up the Yankees 6-3 and won the series last night!  Because they won and scored at least 5 runs, Papa Johns offers %50 off your entire online order (remember not to call the order).  To get this deal, just put in ORIOLES5 in the promotion code spot when you put your order in.

So go get that lunch or dinner 50% off:
www.PapaJohns.com

SoWeBo Arts and Music Festival 2013

Have you been to SoWeBo yet?  The neighborhood with the crazy (but awesome) name is also home to a great music and art festival this Sunday, May 26th from noon until 8PM.  The festival surrounds Hollins Street Market, which is unfortunately closed on Sundays.  With over 75 artists and more than a dozen food vendors, there will be plenty to see.

Here's the link for more info:  http://www.soweboarts.org/festival.html

For bonus points, drive the 3 blocks west to Union square to see H.L. Menken's home at 1524 Hollins street.

Brew at the Zoo 2013

Want to have a great time while helping out the Maryland Zoo?  Brew at the Zoo is your answer!  The event this Saturday and Sunday from 1-7PM and includes unlimited sampling of more than 55 beers and wines (including two of my favorites:  Resurrection by Brewers Art and the Original Hofbrauhaus), live music, and great food vendors.  If that wasn't enough, you also get a full-day admission to check out the animals in the zoo.

Here's the official site for more details.