Weekend Picks: Fun For a Cause
Support your favorite cause while you enjoy live entertainment or a meal.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.
Historic Annapolis Patch has the plan ready for you. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.
"ALL THAT ART 2011" - ART AUCTION & RECEPTION
- Where/When: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St, Annapolis, MD 21401. Friday, 6 to 9 p.m.
- Why: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts is hosting their 6th annual "All That Art" exhibition and fundraiser. The event will feature art to be auctioned off to benefit the galleries and contributing artists. The reception will include an array of hors d’oeuvres, wine, margaritas and entertainment.
- Price: $75.
Live Arts Maryland Presents: "Monteverdi-Vespers"
- Where/When: St Anne's Episcopal Church, 199 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401. Friday 7:30 p.m.
- Why: Live Arts Maryland presents the most challenging piece of religious music created before Bach. Enjoy the beautiful organ in St. Anne's Church with organist, Larry Molinaro.
- Price: $15 to $40 per ticket.
BLACK TIE AND DIAMONDS GALA
- Where/When: The Westin Annapolis, 49 Spa Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401. Saturday, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.
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Why: The Rotary Club of Annapolis will host the “Black Tie and Diamonds” gala at the Westin Annapolis Hotel. The proceeds from the event benefit the Light House Shelter, a homeless prevention support center serving Annapolis and Anne Arundel County. The event will feature cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing to the music of Millenium.
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Price: $150 per person or $1,500 for a table of 10
2011 NAPS Savor Spring Fundraiser
- Where/When: Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401. Saturday, 6:30 to 11 p.m.
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Why: Annual fundraising event supporting the Naval Academy Primary School! This event provides NAPS’ parents, teachers and members of the USNA/Annapolis community come together for a great night of community and entertainment. There will be a silent and live auction with trips, jewelry and art.
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Price: $50.00
"The Capitol Steps" Fundraiser
- Where/When: St John's College, 60 College Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401. Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
- Why: This fundraiser event will entertain you with the presentation of political satire combined with musical theater followed with a champagne reception with the performers.
- Price: Tickets are $55 in advance; $60 at the door ($35 tax deductible). Proceeds benefit student financial aid.