Five things to eat, drink, see, hear, and do with your Charm City weekend.
EAT
July 30: Elevate Love + Light for Missy
Clipper Mill Pool, 2010 Clipper Park Road.
7-10 p.m. $60-200.
Two years ago, Shine Creative cofounder and loving mother and wife Missy Kirby suffered a sudden series of strokes, leaving her without the ability to move or speak. In the wake of the tragedy, her family and friends came together, and last year, dozens gathered in support of her recovery around the edge of the Clipper Mill Pool. This Saturday, under the stars in that same magical setting, join members of the Baltimore creative community and beyond in their celebration of her life and continued hard work. Enjoy eats by Baltimore’s best restaurants, including Woodberry Kitchen, Clavel, Colette, Hersh’s, The Corner Pantry, The Local Oyster, and many more, as well as drinks by Waverly Brewing, Union Craft, Sagamore Spirit, and Lyon Distilling, with music by DJ Impulse and a silent auction. All proceeds will go towards Melissa’s medical trust and will enable her family to purchase an accessible vehicle to further her mobility.
DRINK
July 30: Union Craft Brewing’s 4th Anniversary Party
Union Craft Brewing, 1700 Union Ave. 7 p.m. Sold out. 410-467-0290.
How has it only been four years since Union Craft got its start here in
Baltimore? Now as much a part of Charm City as Heavy Seas and Natty Boh, the
local brewery has made a mark on the local beer scene, creating such iconic brews
as its Duckpin pale ale, all-American Anthem, and dark Blackwing lager, as well as quickly loved newcomers like Steady Eddie and Old Pro. This
weekend, raise a glass and wish them the happiest of birthdays at their fourth anniversary
party, fittingly with some 50-plus beers, including brand-new creations like the grapefruit and ginger
Pink Flamingo sour ale, the Chubbler double IPA, and the special 30th
anniversary gose for Max’s Taphouse, Diamonds & Pearls. Soak up the suds
with eats from the local food court and boogie until close with with beats by DJ Daniel Biltmore and the sounds of Fela Kuti by the 23-piece
Baltimore Afrobeat Society. The party is currently sold out, but check their Facebook page for last minute resales. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Believe in Music.
SEE
July 30-31: Fluid Movement’s Science Fair! Water Ballet
Druid Hill Park Pool, 800 Wyman Park Dr. 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. $5-10. 410-396-6477.
This weekend, beneath the twinkling summer stars and beside the lush
forest of Druid Hill Park, you can relive your awkward middle school memories
with Fluid Movement’s latest water ballet, Science Fair! In this 15th
synchronized swimming spectacular, the award-winning performance troupe will
recreate the childhood event that many kids (and parents) have come to know and dread, with creative costumes, eccentric choreography, offbeat comedy, and, best of all, a ton of glitter. What’s more weirdly and wonderfully Baltimore than that? Next week, catch them at the pool at Patterson Park.
HEAR
July 25-31: The 10th Annual Baltimore Improv Fest
Baltimore Theatre Project, 45 W. Preston St. Times vary. $8-55. 410-539-3091.
It goes without saying, but these days, we could all use a little laughter in our lives.
That’s where Baltimore’s
fledgling comedy scene comes in, where, somewhere between the city’s highbrow art scene and underground DIY, a medley of comedians are ready to knock your socks off with standup sets, open-mic nights, and the Baltimore Improv Group’s (BIG)
events and workshops. At this 10th annual celebration of improv, spend one full
week getting to know a variety of local, regional, and nationally known
talents, featuring comedic musicals, all-female troupes, and BIG’s
very best. It’s a good excuse to get away from all that terrible news out there and have
a couple of laughs.
DO
July 30: Hamilton Street Festival
5400-5500 Harford Road. 7 p.m. Free. 410-319-7150.
Hamilton might be one of Baltimore’s best-kept secrets. Sure, Hampden
is still the hippest, and Remington is all the rage, but on the
quiet tree-lined streets of this quaint section of the city, the northeast
’hood has everything from a great farmers’ market to one of the city’s best
burgers (Hamilton Tavern) to awesome street art on the corner of Harford Road
and Hamilton Avenue. For the 23rd year, browse local businesses and get to know the
neighbors at this afternoon block party, featuring lots of regional food (i.e.
Berger cookies, crab cakes, and snow balls), three stages of live music with
more than 20 Baltimore bands, arts and crafts, and activities and games for
kids.