Thank you to our sponsors and event partners: Table Toppers, Pretty Little Wedding Co, Vagrant Coffee, Estiatorio Plaka

Photography by Love Life Images.

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Baltimore magazine celebrated its third Best Restaurants event on Thursday, March 19, at The Penguin Room at Whitehall Mill.

Guests kicked off the evening with a private happy hour at True Chesapeake, and  as they entered the event space, they were greeted by beautiful floral displays crafted by Gott Efni. Curated cocktails made with Grey Goose Vodka, Patron Tequila, Angel’s Envy Bourbon and Amber and Opal Whiskey were enjoyed while DJ Allure set the vibe for an unforgettable evening.

Guests enjoyed eight courses, sponsored by Apex Builders Group, prepared by some of the region’s best chefs highlighted on this year’s list, including: Oleum, Marta, Wye Oak Tavern, The Duchess, Magdalena, Alma Cocina Latina, True Chesapeake and Gunther & Co. Each course was paired with a wine selection from Old Westminster Winery.

Guests were encouraged to take home a custom Best Restaurants tote thanks for Gramophone, stemless wine glass courtesy of Nicks Fish House, custom candles thanks to Cypriana, a grab and go sweet treat from Yia Yia’s Bakery and snapped memories in the photo booth courtesy of Downtown Partnership of Baltimore.

Thank you to our sponsors: True Chesapeake, Brown Advisory, Apex Builders Group, Gramophone, Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, Cypriana, Yia Yia’s Bakery, Black Acres Coffee Roastery, Amber & Opal, Nick’s Fish House, Peabody Heights Brewery, Grey Goose Vodka, Patron Tequila, Angel’s Envy, Union Craft Brewery, MD Mojo Photo, Gott Efni, Baltimore’s Premier Event Solutions, Old Westminster Winery, Table Toppers

Photography by By Tyrone Wilkens

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On Wednesday, February 11, Baltimore Magazine welcomed over 100 remarkable women to our annual Women Who Move Maryland event, proudly presented by University of Maryland Faculty Physicians in partnership with non-profits The Well and Hons Honey. The event was a celebrated gathering honoring the outstanding local professionals featured in the special advertising section of Baltimore Magazine’s February issue.

Guests arrived ready to connect, capturing memories at the photo booth and mingling before coming together in the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Center‘s stunning Hawthorne Ballroom for a beautifully curated luncheon. The energy in the room was electric as attendees were treated to an inspiring lineup of speakers — Renee Uhlman, Director of Sales and Marketing at Marriott Owings Mills Metro Center; Dr. Zaineb Makhzoumi, Dermatologic Surgeon with University of Maryland Faculty Physicians; Mandy Memmel, Founder and Executive Director of The Well; and Ava Marie, Meteorologist for WBAL — each bringing their unique perspective and passion to the stage. Guests left with custom decorated totes courtesy of Glenwood’s, meaningful new connections, and a renewed sense of inspiration that extended well beyond the afternoon.

A huge thank you to our sponsors and partners that made this event possible:
University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
University of Maryland School of Dentistry
Hon’s Honey and The Well
Marriott Owings Mills Metro Center
Helping Hands PRP
Vital Sign Home Care
Glenwood’s
Kimberly Services LLC
Been There Consulting Services
Bodhi Room, MD
Shape by Shani 
Flowers and Fancies
Captain Jerry’s
MD Mojo Photo

We’d also like to thank Samantha Snitzer for photographing the event – you can view the full gallery here.

 

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On November 6, Baltimore magazine hosted its annual Top Doctors reception at Porsche Hunt Valley, to bring together our region’s leading physicians. We honored more than 300 Top Doctors featured in our November issue with an evening of lively entertainment, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. Congratulations to this year’s Top Doctors! We thank them for all that they do to keep our community healthy.

Presented by:
Porsche Hunt Valley

Sponsored by:
Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union
Kyur LLC
University of Maryland Medical System
Clinton Electric
The Murray Group
Town Appliance
Legacy Wood Product, Inc. 
Vascular Surgery Associates
Buff Brothers LLC
Old Westminster Winery
Vagrant Coffee

Catering by:
Absolutely Perfect Catering

Photography by:
Samantha Snitzer Photos

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Presented by Brown Advisory, in partnership with Maryland Nonprofits and Junior Achievement of Central Maryland, Baltimore magazine’s Give Baltimore event brought together nearly 100 philanthropy leaders at Junior Achievement of Central Maryland’s fun, immersive programming space, for an inspiring evening of networking and community building in celebration of our Give Baltimore special section—an annual resource published in our October issue that highlights local charitable organizations.

The event, which brought to life the pages of our annual Give Baltimore feature, with a brief presentation by Paul Kappel, the President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Central Maryland, Jacob Hodes, Managing Partner and CIO of Private Investments of Brown Advisory, and a video by Jared Krieger, Principal at KG Strategic Consultants. The evening continued with networking, wine, and a fall inspired spread of sandwiches and salads thanks to DiPasquales.

Many thanks to our sponsors for helping us host this important event:

Brown Advisory

Divine Counseling

Webworks Inc
KG Strategic Consultants

Vagrant Coffee
DiPasquales

In Partnership With:
Maryland Nonprofits

Photography by:
Samantha Snitzer

Catering Provided by:
Copper Kitchen

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Presented by:
Versa Business Systems

Sponsored by:
ABW Appliances
Acclare Solutions
Aperol Spritz
Arfaa Law Group
Belcara Health
Big Truck Farm Brewery
Black Acres Roastery
B&O Railroad
Brown Advisory
Clinton Electric
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore

Evermore Company
Eye to Eye
Flowers and Fancies
Gray Aesthetics
iHeart
Indu Wellness 
Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union
Long Drink 
Love Groove Festival 
Maker’s Mark
Maryland Implant Dentists

Maryland Lottery
McCormick Autobody
MD Mojo Photo
Mionetto
Miss Shirley’s
Mortal Bloom IPA
Natty Boh

Old Westminster Winery

On the Rocks
Table Toppers
THB
The Murray Group
Town Appliance
Tsao Watches
United Way of Central Maryland

Photography by:
By Tyrone Wilkens 

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More than 2,000 guests joined us for the only Maryland food festival for all things crab served in every form—indulging in crustaceous bites and summery drinks by more than 20 vendors. Beer and specialty cocktails by Blind Tiger flowed while Baltimoreans picked their way through this year’s Chesapeake Bay bounty. Music by Rick and the Revolving Doors and Ten Karat Gold provided the perfect soundtrack and festive vibes.

Many thanks to our sponsors for helping us bring our July crab issue to life—and ring in the summer the best way we know how, with the ultimate crab feast:

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Brown Advisory
B&O Railroad Museum
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore

MD Lottery
McCormick & Co – Old Bay
IHeart Media
Comfort Systems
Honeygrow
Tsao Baltimore 
Eye to Eye
Wye River Insurance
Nick’s Fish House
Clinton Electric
Codetta Bake Shop
Town Appliance

Photography by Tyrone Wilkens

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On Thursday, May 8, Baltimore magazine was proud to celebrate 158 of the region’s top nurses spanning 46 specialties for their extraordinary contributions to healthcare. After receiving nominations from peers, supervisors, and patients, honorees were selected by a panel of highly experienced nurse advisors in collaboration with Baltimore magazine editors.

The winning nurses, along with nearly 500 of their peers, friends, and family enjoyed a 3-course dinner and a welcome from Renee Calabrese Uhlman of Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre, Tim Milan from Vytis Shield, Lynn Marie Verzino, DNP, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer of MedStar Health and Deborah J. Baker, Senior Vice President for Nursing and Vice President for Nursing & Patient Care Services of Johns Hopkins.

An awards presentation followed, and each nurse was presented a custom plaque by Allogram to celebrate their accomplishment.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor: Johns Hopkins Nursing and Johns Hopkins School of Nursing

Thank you for our sponsors: MedStar Health, University of Maryland School of Nursing, MedStar Health, University of Maryland Medical System, University of Maryland School of Nursing,   Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union, GBMC Healthcare, Lifebridge Health, Mercy Medical Center, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Brightview Senior Living, Vytis Shield, and Allogram.

A special thank you to Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre for the delicious food and drink throughout the evening, and to Flowers & Fancies for adorning the tables with florals.

Photography by Samantha Snitzer

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Thank you to our sponsors and event partners: Table Toppers, Pretty Little Wedding Co, Vagrant Coffee, Estiatorio Plaka

Photography by Love Life Images.

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Guests began the evening by checking in at registration sponsored by Mill, networking with industry colleagues, enjoying delicious bites by Absolutely Perfect Catering, and snapping pics in the photo booth sponsored by Sheldon and Sons. Happy Hour was presented by ABW. Over 130 attendees entered the theatre for the Awards Presentation which honored 31 categories of work for local architects, builders, and designers. The stage was sponsored by Clinton Electric. Afterwards, guests enjoyed dessert by Codetta Bake Shop and coffee by Vagrant Coffee, and were encouraged to take home a custom pint glass from Town Appliance, and tote bag from APEX Builders Group.

Thank you to our Partners: AIA Baltimore, and ASLA Maryland.

Thank you to our Sponsors: ABW, APEX Builders Group, Clinton Electric, Creative Alliance, Flowers & Fancies, Sheldon & Sons, Thompson and Sons, and Town Appliance.

Photography by Samantha Snitzer. Photos available for download here.

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Presented by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, and benefiting our non-profit sponsor, NAMI Baltimore, special event partners from Stoop Storytelling, a beloved Baltimore-based podcast and live show, facilitated 5 storytellers to share their lived experience. The evening concluded with a panel of experts from Alpas Wellness, Brown Advisory, Hygea Healthcare, and Sheppard Pratt to represent a range of mental health practices and developments in the field.

Guests enjoyed appetizers by Absolutely Perfect Catering, coffee from Vagrant Coffee, Equitea Co. matcha tea and delicious desserts by Codetta Bake Shop. Catholic Charities sponsored custom totebags, and attendees were able to take notes in event branded notebooks thanks to Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

Nonprofit Partner
NAMI Baltimore

Event Partner
Stoop Storytelling

Sponsored By

Alpas Wellness

Brown Advisory

Hygea Healthcare

Sheppard Pratt

Clearview Communities

Healing Cities

Holistic Life Foundation

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake

Spark Brilliance

Catholic Charities

Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union

Jay Care

Photographer

Samantha Snitzer

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On February 19, over 110 women attended Baltimore magazine’s annual Women Who Move Maryland event presented by Baltimore Community Foundation. Held at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre, the event celebrated the local professionals who were featured in the special advertising section of Baltimore magazine’s February issue. We were honored to partner with Marian House, a beacon of hope and transformation in our community. For over four decades, Marian House has provided comprehensive support and housing solutions to women and families experiencing homelessness, helping them rebuild their lives and thrive.

Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union
Ella Pritsker Couture
Flowers & Fancies
Marriott Owings Mills Metro Center
Table Toppers
Estiatorio Plaka
Roland Slate
United Way of Central Maryland

We’d also like to thank Samantha Snitzer for photographing the event – you can view the full gallery here.

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The event, which brought to life the pages of our annual Give Baltimore feature, began with networking, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. Following, attendees gathered for a fireside chat style panel discussion about The Next Generation of Philanthropy. Amy Seto, of Brown Advisory, moderated the panel which included Jason Steer, Creative Alliance, Heather Iliff, Maryland Nonprofits and Katie Allston, Marian House.

The evening concluded with coffee, tea and desserts provided by Codetta Bakeshop. Attendees departed with a complimentary stemless wine glass sponsored by Divine Counseling and notebooks sponsored by Creating Healthier Communities.

Many thanks to our sponsors for helping us host this important event:

In Partnership With:
Maryland Nonprofits

Photography by:
Samantha Snitzer

Catering Provided by:
Copper Kitchen

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The party welcomed attendees with three levels of delicious bites from more than 28 of Baltimore’s most noteworthy restaurants. Specialty bars provided craft cocktails, cold beers, and delectable wines. 

Live music from The Wafflers, Rick and the Revolving Doors, and DJ Kopec had partygoers on the dance floor enjoying throwback jams and today’s top hits. Photo ops, caricatures, casino games, and more added to the fun throughout the evening. 

VIP ticketholders received early admission to the event, as well as access to a VIP-only lounge with special catering by The Local. 

Baltimore magazine was honored to once again partner with The Family Tree as the event’s charity beneficiary.

We can’t wait to see you at Best of Baltimore 2025!  

Presented by:
University of Maryland Medical Center 

Sponsored by:
Abbott Brothers Plumbing
ABW Appliances
Baltimore’s Premier Event Solutions
B&O Railroad
Breckenridge Distillery
Brown Advisory
Cece’s Roland Park
Clinton Electric
Comfort Systems Inc
Don Julio
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore
Estiatorio Plaka
Eye to Eye
Hopscotch Bottleshop
Hunt Valley Country Club
M8 Beer
Maryland Implant Dentists

Old Westminster Winery
Strategic Factory
Table Toppers
THB
Thompson Water/TS Executive
Town Appliance
United Way of Central Maryland
Wico Street Beer Co 

Photography by:
By Tyrone Wilkens 

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More than 1,600 guests joined us for the only Maryland festival for all things crab served in every form—indulging in crustaceous bites and summery drinks by more than 20 vendors. Beer, wine, and specialty cocktails flowed while Baltimoreans picked their way through this year’s Chesapeake Bay bounty. Tunes by Fifty Bucks for Betty and Rick and the Revolving Doors provided the perfect soundtrack and festive vibes.

Many thanks to our sponsors for helping us bring our July crab issue to life—and ring in the summer the best way we know how, with the ultimate crab feast:

Defender One 
Brown Advisory
B&O Railroad Museum
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore
MD Lottery
McCormick Old Bay
IHeart Media
Strategic Factory
Brothers Services
Comfort Systems
Franks Pizza and Pasta

Photography by Kamilia Arroyo

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Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed light bites, wine, and beer, while mingling and sharing their hopes for a better future for Baltimore. The program began with key note speaker Governor Wes Moore, and followed with Larsson Davis of Brown Advisory, Shanaysha Sauls of the Baltimore Community Foundation, Jared M. Krieger of Defender One, Tiffany Majors of Greater Baltimore Urban League, and Heather Warnken of University of Baltimore School of Law. Left feeling inspired from the incredible speakers, we invited guests to network with coffee and dessert before ending the evening.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor

Brown Advisory 

Sponsored By

Allogram

Baltimore Community Foundation

Copper Kitchen

Defender One

Flowers & Fancies

iHeart Media

Kelly Benefits

McDaniel Electrical Construction

Strategic Factory

The Whiting Turner Contract Company

United Way of Central Maryland

An Event Benefitting

Key Bridge Fund

Photographer

Kamilia Arroyo

Governor’s Photos

Photobooth

Maryland Mojo Photo & Video Booths

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The winning nurses, along with 500 of their peers, friends, and family enjoyed a 3-course dinner and a welcome from Renee Calabrese Uhlman of Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre, Tim Milan from Vytis Shield, and Deborah J. Baker, Senior Vice President for Nursing and Vice President for Nursing & Patient Care Services of Johns Hopkins.

An awards presentation followed, and each nurse was presented a custom plaque by Allogram to celebrate their accomplishment.

Thank you to our presenting sponsor: Johns Hopkins Nursing and Johns Hopkins School of Nursing

Thank you for our sponsors: MedStar Health, University of Maryland School of Nursing, University of Maryland Medical System, Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union, GBMC Healthcare, Lifebridge Health, Mercy Medical Center, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Brightview Senior Living, Kaiser Permanente, Guilford Hall Brewery, Vytis Shield, Defender One, Ella Pritskar, and Allogram.

A special thank you to Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre for the delicious food and drink throughout the evening, and to Flowers & Fancies for adorning the tables with florals.

Photography by By Tyrone Wilkens.

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Guests began the evening by networking with industry colleagues, enjoying delicious bites by Copper Kitchen, and snapping pics in the photobooth sponsored by McDaniel Electrical Construction. Cocktail Hour was presented by ABW and included a specialty cocktail provided by Thompson and Sons. Over 150 finalists then entered the theatre for the Awards Presentation which honored 34 categories of work for local architects, builders, and designers. Afterwards, guests enjoyed dessert and were encouraged to take home a custom pint glass from Town Appliance, and tote bag from APEX Design Builders Group.

Thank you to our Partners: AIA Baltimore, and ASLA Maryland.

Thank you to our Sponsors: ABW, APEX Builders Group, Baltimore Center Stage, Baltimore Creative Studio, Clinton Electric, Copper Kitchen, Flowers & Fancies, McDaniel Electrical Construction, Sheldon & Sons, Strategic Factory, Thompson and Sons, and Town Appliance.

Photography by Kamilia Arroyo.

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The electric violin sounds of PixieViolin kicked off the evening while guests nibbled on hors d’oeuvres from Best Restaurant winner, Linwoods, and drank specialty cocktails made with Epoch Rye from Baltimore Spirits Co.

Afterwards, attendees sat down to enjoy eight courses prepared by chefs from some of the restaurants featured on this year’s list plus one Readers’ Poll pick, including: The Milton Inn, Foraged, Little Donna’s, The Local (readers’ choice), Cookhouse, Gertrude’s Chesapeake Kitchen, Marta, and Gunther & Co. Each course was paired with a selection from Old Westminster Winery. Guests were encouraged to take home a custom Best Restaurants wine glass courtesy of Maryland Eye and Face, and snapped memories in the photo booth courtesy of Town Appliance.

Thank you to our nonprofit partner: Baltimore Hunger Project, an organization dedicated to the eliminating the growing problem of weekend childhood hunger.

Thank you to our sponsors: Baltimore’s Premier Event Solutions, Baltimore Spirits, Flowers and Fancies, Maryland Eye and Face, Old Westminster Winery, Table Toppers, The Garage at R. House and Town Appliance.

Photography by Kamilia Arroyo and By Tyrone Wilkens

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During the event, attendees networked while sipping on Fexinet sparkling wine, Italian still pinot grigio, and nonalcoholic sparkling rosé, before joining us in the Magnolia Ballroom to enjoy a delicious three-course lunch. During lunch, featured speakers Dr. Christina Anyikwa, Catherine Miller, Renee Uhlman, Patti Provance, and Ella Pritsker, addressed the importance of female professionals who play a leading role in shaping Baltimore and beyond.

After dessert, guests grabbed a United Way of Central Maryland tote filled with an array of goodies.

Thank you to our sponsors:
ProMD Health
Ella Pritsker Couture
First Maryland Disability Trust
Flowers & Fancies
Frexinet
ILW Consulting
Marriott Owings Mills Metro Center
Strategic Factory
Table Toppers
United Way of Central Maryland

We’d also like to thank Samantha Snitzer for photographing the event.

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Co-Presented by:
Far & Dotter
Curio Wellness
Town Alliance

Sponsored by:
Five Iron Golf Baltimore
OEM Medical Solutions, LLC
Personic Health
Consolidated Insurance
Clinton Electric
TheraKneads
EncryptMD

Photography by:
By Syranno

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Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed light bites, wine, and beer, while mingling and sharing their hopes for a better future for Baltimore. Speakers included Jacob Hodes of Brown Advisory, Paul Kappel of Junior Achievement, Ami Taubenfeld of Itineris, and Franklyn Baker of United Way of Central Maryland. Ashley Mancinelli, VP of Philanthropy of the Baltimore Community Foundation, facilitated our incredible panel of GameChangers including Shelonda Stokes of Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, Cherie Brooks of Power52 Foundation, and Jamye Wooten of CLLCTIVILY. Left feeling inspired from the incredible speakers, we invited guests to network with coffee and dessert before ending the evening.

Baltimore GameChangers’ mission is to shine a light on the people and organizations that are creating positive change in Baltimore. In doing so, we intend to change the perception of Baltimore and inspire others to act in ways that benefit our community.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Presenting Sponsor

Brown Advisory 

Sponsored By

Allogram

ABW Appliances

Apex Builders Group

Baltimore Community Foundation

CARE/Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity

CFG Bank

Flowers & Fancies

iHeart Media

Jimmy’s Famous Seafood

Strategic Factory

The Whiting Turner Contract Company

United Way of Central Maryland

Nonprofit Partner 

Junior Achievement of Central Maryland

Photographer

Samantha Snitzer

Photobooth

Maryland Mojo Photo & Video Booths

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The event, which brought to life the pages of our annual Give Baltimore feature, began with networking, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. Following, attendees gathered for a presentation and panel discussion about workplace mental health and wellness. The evening concluded with coffee and dessert, and attendees departed with a complimentary tote bag to commemorate the first-ever Give Baltimore event.

Presented by:
CareFirst

Sponsored by:
Brown Advisory
CARE
Dinkel Business Development
First Maryland Disability Trust
Strategic Factory
United Way of Central Maryland

In Partnership With:
Maryland Nonprofits
Business Volunteers Maryland

Photography by:
Samantha Snitzer

Catering Provided by:
Putting on the Ritz

Floral Provided by:
Flowers & Fancies

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The first event to take place at the Exchange, the party welcomed guests with drinks before they explored three levels of delicious bites from more than 30 of Baltimore’s most noteworthy restaurants. Specialty bars provided craft cocktails, cold beers, and delectable wines.

Live music from The Wafflers, Signature Live, and DJ Kopec had attendees dancing the night away to throwback jams and today’s top hits. Photo ops, caricatures, drag performances, casino games, and dance floor hats were just a few of many highlights.

VIP ticketholders received early admission to the event, as well as access to a VIP-only lounge with special catering from The Local.

Guests took home a tote bag, a famous Best of Baltimore pint glass, and end-of-the night cake pops.

Baltimore magazine was honored to once again partner with The Family Tree as the event’s charity beneficiary.

Presented by:
University of Maryland Medical Center

Sponsored by:
ABW
Brown Advisory
Canyon Road
Clinton Electric
Consolidated Insurance
Curio Wellness
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore
Evolved Hospitality
Five Iron Golf
Fords Gin
Guinness Open Gate Brewery
Heavy Seas Beer
Herradura
iHeart Media
Josh Cellars
Maryland Implant Dentists
Natty Boh
Old Forester
Sweet Indulgence Mini Dessert Bar
The Crossings
The Local
Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Town Appliance
THB Bagelry + Deli
United Way of Central Maryland
Woodford Reserve

Photography by:
By Syranno

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Live music from Barry Prosser and the Vaguely Absurd, Rust n Roses, and Yutzi provided the perfect tunes to enjoy the afternoon on the waterfront.

Photography by Kam Arroyo