Things to do in Baltimore Feb. 9-15
Listen to a musical celebration of Black History Month, learn about the Underground Railroad, enjoy a beverage while you peruse stacks of literature, go to a reading about The Babe, take an art walk, bring in the Lunar New Year or watch Disney characters skate on ice.
Friday: Station North Art Walk
Join artists and lovers of art for the soft launch of monthly Second Friday Art Walks in the artistic heart of Baltimore. Art Walks are an evening of simultaneous exhibitions, special events, and open studios in the Station North Arts District. This event is free and open to the public. For a map of the self-guided tour and a list of participating venues, go to stationnorth.org.
Friday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday: Boos & Browse: Valentine’s Edition
Book lovers can sip and shop at the Boos & Browse: Valentine’s Edition at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. Enjoy a complimentary drink, 25% off art books, love letters to books activity and after-hours browsing. The event is free. Go to theivybookshop.com for more info,
Friday 5 p.m.
Saturday: Black History Month Celebration
Listen to a blend of African and African-American music at the Ethnic Heritage Ensemble 19th Annual Black History Month Celebration at An die Musik LIVE!, 408 N. Charles St. Chicago percussionist Kahil El’Zabar, trumpeter Corey Wilkes and saxophonist Alex Harding will perform. The show marks the 50th anniversary of the group and the 19th annual Black History Month celebration. Ticket prices range from $10 to $30. Go to instantseats.com
Saturday 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Saturday: ‘Diamond Fever’ book launch
Baseball fans head to the Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum, 216 Emory St., for the release of “Diamond Fever” by Frank Amoroso. The historical novel follows Babe Ruth during his tour of Cuba in 1920. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Tickets cost $15, seniors and military $13 and children 5-18 $7. More details at baberuthmuseum.org
Saturday noon to 2 p.m.
Saturday: Baltimore County Public Library Black History Month
Learn about local landmark the Emmart Pierpont Safe House and its role along the Underground Railroad at the Black History Month celebration at the Randallstown Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library. Join Shirley and Jeff Supik, the owners of the Safe House, as they talk about local heroes, like the Emmart family, and their contribution to this community. 8604 Liberty Road, Randallstown. For more information, go to bcpl.info.
Saturday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon, the fifth year in the 12-year cycle, at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St. Enjoy performances by the Baltimore Chinese School and Yong Han Lion Dance Troupe, storytime, photo-booth fun and more. The event is free. Registration is requested, but not required. Go to thewalters.org.
Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ongoing: Disney on Ice
Find the courageous person inside yourself at “Disney on Ice presents Find Your Hero” at CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St. Learn about being heroic from Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from the Magic Kingdom. Ticket prices range from $20 to $75. Go to ticketmaster.com.
Through Sunday
