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1. APRIL 10
Grilled Cheese Cook-Off. For an admissions fee of $10
(age 10 and under admitted free), all of which will benefit
Moveable Feast, guests are invited to watch the chefs battle
it out, sample the chefs’ dishes and enjoy a complimentary
signature cocktail. Mt. Washington Tavern, Baltimore, 2-4pm,
mtwashingtontavern.com.
2. APRIL 13-24
West Side Story. More than 50 years ago, one musical
changed theater forever. Now it’s back on Broadway
mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note
to the final breath, West Side Story soars as the greatest
love story of all time. Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore,
410-547-7328.
3. APRIL 16
Privateer Day. Pirate-themed festival with something
for entire family. Enjoy live music, vendors, arts and
crafts. Broadway Square, Baltimore City, 11am-11pm.
410-675-8900.
4. APRIL 16-17
First Blood, Civil War Weekend. Event commemorates
150th anniversary of Pratt Street Riots
and Ft. McHenry’s role as prison for political prisoners
and prisoners of war. Fort McHenry National
Monument and Historic Shrine, Baltimore City,
Sat, 8am-5pm; Sun, 8am-3pm. Special events held
all weekend throughout Baltimore, including the
Inner Harbor, Sports Legends Museum and the
Maryland Historical Society. Visit Baltimore.org for
a complete list of events. Photo courtesy of B&O
Railroad Museum.
5. APRIL 19-20
Maryland Daffodil Show. The Maryland Daffodil
Society will celebrate spring with a veritable sea
of daffodils in all shapes and colors at the 87 th
annual Maryland Daffodil Show. The Shops At
Kenilworth, Towson, 410-583-5509.
6. APRIL 23
Easter Egg Hunt at Tydings Park. A spectacular
Easter Egg Hunt for the family! Don’t be late, race
starts promptly at noon. Tydings Park, Havre de
Grace, Noon, 410-939-6724.
7. APRIL 30
Outdoor Flea Market. Vendor space, $20/$35 for
two, free admission to the public. Steppingstone
Museum, 9am-2pm.
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8. APRIL 30-MAY 1
Towsontown Spring Festival. More than 250,000 visitors, 450 vendors,
four entertainment stages, numerous national attractions, children’s
area, antique cars, NASCAR, arts and crafts. Downtown Towson
(10 blocks), Towson. Sat, 10am-7pm; Sun, 1-7pm. Pre-festival concert
on Fri, April 29, with beer, wine, food and live music, 5:30-9pm. 410-
825-1144.
9. MAY 14 & 15
Medieval Days. Medieval encampment featuring heavy weapons
fighting, period artisans, music & dance, food. Admission, $5 adults/
children 12 & under free. Steppingstone Museum, Noon-5pm.