For the entire month of October, free events, exhibitions, workshops and more will be held by various cultural groups, museums and performing artists all around Baltimore. Enjoy the fall weather (finally) by spending a weekend or four experiencing the vibrant Baltimore arts scene that Hopkins students often forget is out there beyond Charles Village. Stroll around a new museum with your beau or make the most of the no-cost factor to take a love interest out on a low pressure date. Many events require advance registration, so start looking now at www.freefallbaltimore.com. There are over 300 events available, but here are some suggestions to get you started.
Oct. 9 — Absorb French culture at La Fête Francais in historic Seton Hill with art, dancing, plenty of food, a flea market and more. Or, check out Station North’s Fall Fest 2010 art exhibit and outdoor concert — grab a crepe at Sofi’s on the walk up from Penn Station.
Oct. 24 — If you haven’t discovered the funky American Visionary Art Museum yet, then do so today and grin despite your midterms with its latest exhibit, “What Makes Us Smile?” The exhibit includes a specially picked collection of laughter-inducing PostSecrets. Take the Collegetown to the Harbor, and the museum is only a quick walk away.
Oct. 28 — Fire-eating and folklore combine inside the Strand Theater as the campfire tradition of spooky storytelling is brought back for a night. If you’re up for some audience participation and marshmallows, preregister now.
Throughout the month — Get some fun exercise and learn how to eat healthy in a series of line dancing classes north of campus with Michele’s Haven (no experience needed). Or finally step inside one of the ships you’ve always seen berthed in the Harbor with free hour-long tours on select days throughout the month. Just don’t forget to preregister.
