Federal Hill Fight Fest: May 14

Baltimore Boxing presents FED HILL FIGHT FEST on Saturday, May 14^th 2:30 to 8:00 pm, in the M&T Bank Stadium parking lot. The event features food vendors, music by DJ Ramon, cash bar, prizes, and more. There will be 8-12 Olympic-style boxing matches with local fighters including Derek Blazer (Mad River Grill). Patrick Celtic Tiger Conelius will fight for the Maryland State Heavyweight Senior Division title with Federal Hill Fitness’ Donavon by his side as trainer and corner man.

Tickets are $25 for general admission or $50 for a VIP ticket. For tickets, call Donavon, 318-372-1231, or pick them up at Sign-A-Rama, 1100 Light Street.

Info: Fed Hill Fight Fest on Facebook.

-Meredith Cook

FUNdraising Fridays at MaGerks!

Looking for a way to raise money for your favorite cause? MaGerks is here to help. You bring the people, they provide a venue and staff. The fundraising night is tailored to fit each individual cause to maximize profit and fun.

Each organization can set a cover charge, which is pure profit to the organization and has the option of selling raffle tickets, holding an auction or other forms of fundraising. “This can be extremely profitable to the organization,” said Sarah Clark of MaGerks. Through the FUN-draising Fridays at MaGerks, they are hoping to show that the bars in Federal Hill do some good for the community.

MaGerks will reserve the upper level for the group and will donate a keg of beer, a platter of food or 10 percent of sales from the party. Each party will also enjoy drink specials and inexpensive food, on a night that many people are already out. The organization also has the choice of making the party private or opening it to the public.

“It’s always good to give back and it’s always been very important to me,” said Clark. “It’s exciting its actually happening.” The program has very recently begun and has already been extremely successful. MaGerks is happy to help with any organization’s needs and wishes for each to have a successful fundraising night.

For more information: magerkspub@gmail.com

-Meredith Cook, Intern

Adopt-A-Pet Day at Federal Hill Ace Hardware

Looking to adopt a furry friend? Federal Hill Ace Hardware, 1214 Light St. is hosting an Adopt-A-Pet Day on Saturday, April 30, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., in collaboration with Recycled Love Rescue. A couple of pups will be in the store that day, as well as all the information on the pet adoption process. Federal Hill Ace Hardware is also offering 30% off of pet supplies to all customers who adopt through May 31^st.

For a list of dogs who need a home visit, http://www.recycledloverescue.org/

For more information contact Rachel Machacek at 202-907-3539 or Rachel@acehardwaredc.com

Whimsy of Federal Hill Expands Inventory

Whimsy, known for its fantastic dress collection and more, is now selling a small collection of lingerie. New items include an assortment of underwear including Commando undies, Eberjey undies, chemises and rompers, and fun easy gift items.

Stop in and check out the beautiful new items as well as great items for spring and summer! Info: whimsyboutique.com

-Meredith Cook, Intern

Etsy Artists Come to Federal Hill

Alexandra Webb Artisan Jewelry is hosting several Baltimore Etsy artists and crafters to showcase their handmade items. Visitors will have the chance to meet the artists as well as purchase the handmade products.

Some of the Etsy artists at the trunk show include: Maria Louise High fabric with flower brooches and accessories, Raw Olive natural olive oil bath and beauty products, Rowhouse 14 cards and photography and of course, Alexandra Webb quality gemstone jewelry (pictured here).

“Etsy is a great venue for artists and crafters, especially now that ‘handmade’ is getting the attention it deserves, and people like to meet the person behind the work,” says Alexa.

Stop by and meet the artists on Saturday, April 23, 2-5 pm at Alexandra Webb (1028 S. Charles). Info: alexandrawebbjewelry.com

THANK YOU!

Thank you to all of our volunteers who contributed to a great festival! Spring Block Party was a great success and we hope everyone had a great time!

Spring Block Party Band Schedule!

Charles Street Stage

12:00-1:00 School of Rock All-Stars

1:20-2:10 All Night Long

2:20-3:00 Petticoat Tea Room

3:15-4:00 Nelly's Echo

4:15-5:20 The Real Geniuses

5:40-7:00 Old Man Brown

Light Street Stage

12:00-1:00 Getamungstit

1:20-2:30 The Reserves

2:45-3:35 Rodney Henry

4:00-5:10 Soul Island Rebels

5:30-7:00 Can't Hang

Live music, plus great food & drink, arts & crafts, the Grand Prix Show Car and great fun! Don't forget, Spring Block Party is this Sunday, April 17, 11am-7pm!

NOTE: Residential neighborhoods around the festival area have parking restrictions. Try the West Street Garage, located just 2 blocks from the festival. Or, avoid parking hassles and take the free Charm City Circulator (Purple Line to Cross Street Market) or the Light Rail to Camden Yards.

For more information www.historicfederalhill.org

Get Your Own Federal Hill Street Festival Poster!

Check out these new limited edition original letterpress Federal Hill Street Festivals 2011 posters! The posters are available only at Spring Block Party on April 17, Jazz&Blues Wine&Art on June 5, and Street Beat Festival on September 18. Pick one up and take home a piece of the fun!

-Meredith Cook, Intern