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WEEKEND PLANNER: Music, Bowling, Pancakes and More
Looking to put down the turkey? How about bowling with Santa or listening to Croftonite Ashley Forrest. We have some family friendly ideas for your Saturday and Sunday around the area.
When/Where: 8 p.m. Saturday at , 329 Gambrills Road, Gambrills
Why Go: Nashville recording artist singer/songwriter Ashley Forrest will perform music from her album.
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When/Where: 10 a.m. to noon Sunday at , Odenton
Why Go: Come to Greenway Bowl for pancakes and bowling with Santa. It includes: two hours of bowling for up to six people, shoes, music, door prizes, holiday trivia and a visit and gift from Santa for each child. Breakfast includes bacon or sausage, pancakes and syrup, milk, juice, coffee, tea, donuts or pastries.
Cost: $12 per person or $59.95 per lane
What: 12th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Show
Where/When: noon Friday-Sunday at Darnall's Chance Museum, 14800 Governor Oden Bowie Drive, Upper Marlboro
Why Go: This is possibly the most delicious event you'll see all holiday season. Too bad you can't eat the grand prize. You can view an amazing display of edible gingerbread houses during the 12th Annual Gingerbread House Contest and Show.
Cost: $1
What: Archbishop Spalding High School Alumni Lacrosse Game
When/Where: noon Saturday at , Severn
Why Go: Archbishop Spalding High School men's lacrosse alumni will grab their lacrosse sticks once again for the Alumni Lacrosse Game. Players can check in at 11:30 a.m., and the game will start at noon on the school's new stadium field.
Cost: $20 to participate, free to watch
What: The Gingerbread Pirates
When/Where: 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday at Children’s Theatre of Annapolis
Why Go: The annual holiday show runs for one day only this year and will feature a visit from Santa after each show.
Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for children (ages 2 to 12) and children younger than age 2 are free.
What: Deale Elks Christmas Craft Fair
When/Where: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Deale Elks Lodge, 6022 Drum Point Rd, Deale
Why Go: This is a great place to shop for holiday gifts for friends and family. Come a view the wares of regional crafters while supporting local charitable organizations.
Cost: Free
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When/Where: 1-5 p.m. Sunday at , 2597 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie
Why Go: Continue to give thanks this weekend by giving to those in need. Donate gently used winter clothes, canned food and toys to be shared with needy families during the holiday season.
Cost: Free
What: Dueling Vibraphones at Galilee Lutheran
When/Where: 7 p.m. Sunday at MS, 4652 Mountain Road, Pasadena
Why Go: Have you ever seen vibraphones dueling? It's an impressive sight. Especially if you didn't previously know what a vibraphone is–it's a bit like a xylophone, incidentally.
Cost: Free, donations accepted
What: Taste of the Past at Belaire Mansion
Where/When: noon Saturday at Belaire Mansion
Why Go: Sample some historic cuisine in the spirit of holiday traditions and escape Thanksgiving leftovers.
Cost: Free
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Where/When: performances begin at 5:30 with the official tree lighting at 7 p.m., Sunday at City Dock
Why Go: There will be a performance members of the Chesapeake Ballet Company perform, a tree lighting, remarks from Annapolis Mayor Josh Cohen and refreshments.
Cost: Free
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