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Weekend Lineup: May 13-15

Lydia Woolever — Thu, 12 May 2016 17:31:00 +0000

Five things to eat, drink, see, hear, and do with your Charm City weekend.

EAT

May 13: Lobster Roll Fridays at The Corner Pantry

The Corner Pantry, Lake Falls Village, 6080 Falls Rd. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $21. 667-308-2331.

If there’s one
Instagram to avoid during the bewitching hour between lunch and dinner, it’s The Corner Pantry. Those bedazzled donuts. Those Scotch
eggs. Those special Thursday night suppers. That salmon. While we salivate over
our screens, the modern British café is just a stone’s throw away, and well
worth the trek for some seriously good comfort food. And if the pictures aren’t enough to pull you, this weekend, they’re launching Lobster Roll Fridays. Throughout the
summer, swing up Falls Road for massive Maine lobster rolls, served in warm,
buttered brioche buns (made by Cunningham’s, mind you), with a side of pickles
and hand-cut fries. Eat in or
carry out, but best of all, it’s BYOB.

DRINK

May 13: Maryland Craft Beer Festival

44 S. Market St., Frederick. 12-5 p.m.

We hate to admit it, but the weather is going to suck again this Saturday. No sun. No blue skies. It’s the hard truth, and so we might as well make the most of it. Rain or shine, wash away your sorrows in Frederick and celebrate Maryland’s booming beer scene with over 40 local breweries boasting as many as 200 craft brews. Think The Brewer’s Art’s Birdhouse, Flying Dog’s Bloodline, Full Tilt’s Hops the Cat, Key Brewing’s California Commons, Peabody Heights’s Old Oriole Park, Union Craft’s Country Boy, and our new summertime favorite, Diamondback’s Citranova. Soak it up with food truck treats from Brick N Fire, Slainte, and Carnivore BBQ, and dance it down to three live bands, including Baltimore’s own Big Hoax Band.

SEE

May 13: Made in Baltimore Furniture Showroom

Second Chance, Inc., 1700 Ridgely St. 5-8 p.m. Free.

Gone are the days of all-Ikea-everything, coveting a couch from Restoration Hardware, and begging for another sofa sectional from Pottery Barn. We no longer need the glitz and the glam of the latest fashion. Now, we looks for things that are old, or imperfect, or made by hand—perhaps by someone you know, or maybe even love—things with a story. Luckily, Baltimore has a burgeoning DIY scene, with your neighbors, friends, and coworkers crafting everything from clothing and accessories to housewares and furniture, and this weekend, the latter will be given its very own pop-up show in South Baltimore. Brought to you by The Industrial Arts Collective, a local maker community, and Second Chance, a nonprofit that salvages materials for reuse and provides job training throughout the region, the event will feature nearly 1,000 square feet of works made by eight local furniture makers, from now through the end of July. At the kick-off party this Friday, grab a beer and admire vintage home furnishings from Cedar & Cotton, handmade light fixtures by La Loupe, industrial tables and benches by Monkey in the Metal, unique creations by Zimmerman Woodworks, and reclaimed craftsmanship by the Station North Tool Library’s Surface Project.

HEAR

May 13-14: Dope Body, “The End,” Pt. 1 & Pt. 2

Fri.: Metro Gallery, 1700 N. Charles St. 8
p.m. $10. Sat.: Floristree, 405 W. Franklin St. 9 p.m. $10.

It’s been six short months ago since we expressed our love for Dope Body’s latest album, Kunk. The eight-year-old band was as raw and rough-and-tumble as ever, with one little listen enough to move your feet, and maybe even make you ready for a mosh pit. On those few tracks, as in any of their live shows, the local quintet was full of gusto, power, and fury, driven by clashing hi-hats, thunderous drums, plugging bass, shredding guitar, and brooding vocals. We couldn’t wait for what would come next. Alas, and unluckily for us, the band has decided to call it quits, with its members taking on successful side projects like drummer David Jacober’s third solo record, Glass Splinter; his collaboration with guitarist Zachary Utz, Holy Ghost Party; and their new band Scroll Downers. As sad as we are, they’re wrapping things up with two big bangs, starting on Friday night in Station North alongside sexy slow jams by Gurl Crush and high-energy hip-hop by local rapper 83 Cutlass, followed by a Saturday night show downtown with dripping electro-R&B by New York’s Eartheater and rebellious rock by D.C.’s Chain and The Gang. Come ready to get rowdy and in clothes you don’t mind getting drenched in sweat.

DO

May 14: Sweetlife Festival

Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 12 p.m. $100-150.

Sweetlife is more than just a music festival. With regional roots and a focus on sustainability, this full day fete features everything from an eclectic mix of musicians to local eateries and community support. In the Merriweather woods, hear Canadian dream-pop artist Grimes, Drake-signed R&B singer PartyNextDoor, English rockers The 1975, and New Wave icon Blondie, not to mention the NoCal sounds of Mac DeMarco and funky falsetto of Thundercat. Meanwhile, you can grab grub from the North Atlantic’s very best, like new Harbor East haunt, Sweetgreen, DC’s epic Maketto, Bmore’s own Woodberry Kitchen, and even the Big Apple’s Big Kahuna, Momofuku.

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The Launch: May 2016

Jess Mayhugh — Mon, 02 May 2016 08:30:00 +0000

141st Preakness Stakes
May 21. Pimlico Race Course, 5201 Park Heights Ave. Doors open at 8 a.m. Race begins at 6:18 p.m. As the second jewel in thoroughbred racing’s Triple Crown, the Preakness Stakes is where champions either emerge or collapse. Over the race’s 141 years, many favorites have come to Pimlico Race Course, only to find their dreams dashed a mile and three-sixteenths later. But then there are moments like last year, when American Pharoah—on his way to becoming the first Triple Crown winner in 37 years—went wire-to-wire on a sloppy, rain-soaked track to remind us why horse racing is The Sport of Kings. This year’s race will see another promising field compete for a place in racing history. But even if the Preakness doesn’t offer the drama of American Pharoah’s run, there will be plenty to enjoy, including 10 other races and the annual InfieldFest, headlined this year by DJ duo The Chainsmokers, hip-hop chart-topper Fetty Wap, and Towson’s own pop-punkers All Time Low.—Amy Mulvihill

Santigold
May 4. Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $28-30. 410-244-0057. Santigold made her mark on the music scene in 2008 with a debut album of instant, indie-hip-hop hits like “L.E.S. Artistes” and “You’ll Find A Way.” Four years later, her much-anticipated second record was another success, with tracks like “Disparate Youth” and “GO!,” and now her third release is just as addictive. On 99 Cents, she still maintains her trademark balance between being contemplative and playful. You’ll be hooked to songs like “Can’t Get Enough Of Myself” and “Banshee” in no time.

Maryland Film Festival
May 4-8. Locations & times vary. $12-375. 410-752-8083. Now in its 18th year, the Maryland Film Festival returns with more than 100 films—from full-length features to documentaries and shorts—all shown in and around Station North. While the festival prides itself on bringing together filmmakers from across the globe, it still stays connected to its Maryland roots, highlighting local talent alongside internationally known directors. And, of course, there’s always the special feature selected by our own accomplished auteur John Waters.

FlowerMart
May 6-7. Mt. Vernon Place, 699 Washington Pl. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. 410-274-5353. Over the past 105 years, FlowerMart has blossomed from a one-day flower festival into a weekend event full of flora, food, art, and entertainment. Walk through the Mt. Vernon squares to buy spring flowers, suck on lemon-peppermint sticks, and admire the recent renovation of the Washington Monument. For the first time ever, FlowerMart also will donate a portion of its proceeds to two local nonprofits: House of Ruth Maryland and the Mt. Vernon Place Conservancy.—JKC

Kinetic Sculpture Race
May 7. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m. Free. 410-244-1900. If you’ve been on the lookout for Chessie—a.k.a. the Loch Ness monster of the Chesapeake Bay—this just might be your month. As the 18th annual human-powered sculpture race takes its 14-mile route through the city, the streets will overflow with hordes of handmade creatures inspired by this year’s “myths and monsters” theme. Find a spot at AVAM, Patterson Park, or the Canton waterfront to watch participants compete in this eight-hour event for irreverent prizes, like the “Grand Mediocre Champion” and “Worst Honorable Mention.”

Sweetlife Festival
May 14. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 12 p.m. $100-150. The sustainability-focused festival is back with a full day of food and music in the Merriweather woods. This year’s lineup features an eclectic mix, including Canadian dream-pop artist Grimes, Drake-signed R&B singer PartyNextDoor, English rockers The 1975, and New Wave icon Blondie, as well as grub from regional eateries like Toki Underground and Woodberry Kitchen.

Kenny Chesney
May 19. Merriweather Post Pavilion, 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy., Columbia. 7:30 p.m. $50-692. 410-715-5550. Some dismiss Kenny Chesney’s music with the term “bro-country,” but in the middle of a Baltimore spring, who doesn’t want a night of music inspired by island beaches and football tailgates? For more than two decades, Chesney has kept our attention with love songs, party anthems, and beer-tinged staples, like “Keg in the Closet” and “Summertime.” For one Thursday night, embrace his summertime sound in Columbia.

Courtney Barnett
May 25. Rams Head Live, 20 Market Pl. 8 p.m. $23-28. 410-244-1131. It was two years ago that this introspective Australian indie-rocker made waves with the release of her double EP, catching our attention halfway across the globe. (We’ll love “Avant Gardener” forever.) By the time she dropped her first full-length debut last spring, we were all ears, and happy to find that the Grammy-nominated singer and solid guitarist continues to stay true to her witty, observational style. See her perform downtown at the end of the month.

Matt Sesow: Shock and Awe
May 27-June 4, 2017. American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Hwy. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free-$15.95. 410-244-1900. Opening Memorial Day weekend, this eclectic art exhibit presents works by Matt Sesow—a D.C.-based, self-taught artist—all painted with one hand, due to his left arm being severed by a plane as an 8-year-old in Nebraska. With vibrant color, raw detail, and a unique perspective, the exhibit features more than 150 original artworks, including paintings honoring the first 100 U.S. soldiers killed in the Iraq War, alongside others inspired by fantastical birds and Sesow’s own life.

Brew at the Zoo
May 28-29. The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, 1876 Mansion House Dr. 1-7 p.m. $25-69. 443-552-5276. Conventional wisdom says alcohol and wild animals don’t mix, but at Baltimore’s annual Brew at the Zoo, you can combine them with confidence. For one spring weekend, sample more than 80 local and national beers—including brews from Bmore favorites like The Brewer’s Art and Monument City—and listen to local music by the bluesy Kelly Bell Band and the funky, soulful Bosley. All proceeds benefit the zoo, ensuring that you can continue to visit your animal friends year-round, even after the buzz wears off.

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Sweetlife Festival Announces 2016 Lineup

Gabriella Souza — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 11:53:00 +0000

With all this rain and general dreariness, what better than thoughts of a music festival to lift us out of the winter doldrums?

The Sweetlife Festival announced its May 14 lineup today, and it’s got a host of up-and-coming artists from a range of genres, plus ‘80s favorite Blondie.

So far, you can expect to see pop headliners The 1975 and Halsey, electronica queen Grimes, Drake protégé PartyNextDoor and Eagles of Death Metal, whose Paris concert at the Bataclan last November became the site of a horrific terrorist attack.

Though last year’s festival stretched to two days, this Sweetlife will return to just one, with tickets costing $100 for general admission and $150 for VIP. Plus, since the festival is the creation of Sweetgreen, the DIY salad sensation, there will be great eats from the likes of our James Beard-award-winning Spike Gjerde and Maketto’s Erik Bruner-Yang.

Tickets for the festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday through Ticketfly, and presale starts on Wednesday, also at 10 a.m. (Tip: Follow Sweetgreen on Twitter for an access code.)

Now, we’re dreaming of shedding our sweaters and boots, and feeling the grass on our toes.

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Sweetlife Festival Announces Lineup

Lydia Woolever — Wed, 04 Mar 2015 16:51:00 +0000

There are only 16 days till spring, which means jort, margarita, and festival season are all right around the corner.

On the heels of the Firefly Music Festival’s lineup announcement comes Maryland’s very own, with the Sweetlife Festival returning to Merriweather Post Pavilion for its sixth year on May 30 and 31, which is run by the D.C.-based health-food company Sweetgreen.

For the first time ever, the outdoor festival is taking place over the course of two days, instead of one, which makes sense for its bevy of badass talent. The roster of more than 25 acts includes everything from bigwig headliners like Kendrick Lamar and Calvin Harris, to pop and R&B chart-toppers like Charli XCX and The Weeknd, to rock royalty like Billy Idol and the Pixies, to hip newbies like Raury and The Bots, and even Baltimore band Sun Club.

Plus, there will be dozens of food and drink vendors from throughout the region. With all this stupid snow, the end of May feels like forever away, but for now, you can warm up with our Spotify playlist of the lineup’s very best. Ticket presale starts tomorrow, March 5, at 10 a.m.

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