Sawyer Fredericks Takes Soulful Sound on Hide Your Ghost Tour
brGrowing up in central New York State, Sawyer Fredericks started his music career at an open mic night when he was 12 years old, leading him to perform at local farmers’ markets and iconic New York venues.brReady to take his career to the next level, Fredericks auditioned for season eight of the popular reality talent show, NBC’s The Voice in 2015. After his win, Fredericks signed a contract with Republic Records, releasing a self-titled EP and a full album, A Good Storm, in 2016. Learning to spread his wings, the singer/songwriter has taken to his songwriting artistry by not only writing, but producing his entire sophomore album, Hide Your Ghost.
brAlthough young, this 18-year-old has taken the music industry by storm with his unique vocals and emotional storytelling. Don’t miss Sawyer Fredericks on Saturday, November 11th, 1 p.m. at Rams Head On Stage as part of his Hide Your Ghost Tour.
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Finding His Groove: Jamie McLean Talks New Beginnings and New Music
Photo by Evan Felts
brThe band, which also features Brian Griffin on drums and Ben Mars on bass, is set to release their sixth album One and Only in February 2018. Aside from including some of McLean’s best songwriting to date, the new album also features special guests Sam Bush and Jeff Coffin. With a musical blend of rock, soul, and blues, Jamie McLean Band gives listeners originality that is guaranteed to make you groove.
brJamie McLean Band will be playing with Davy Knowles on Wednesday, November 8th, 8 p.m. at Rams Head On Stage.
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The What's Up? Weekend Rundown
Annapolis
Annapolis by Candlelight
brFriday, November 3rd and Saturday, November 4th, 5–9 p.m.
brA crisp autumn evening is the perfect time to walk through one of the historic neighborhoods of Annapolis during Annapolis by Candlelight. The experience is even better when the doors to some of the homes are open and you are invited inside. Visitors see how Annapolitans care for and live in buildings built in the 20th, 19th, or 18th century. Each house is a reminder of the rich architectural and cultural heritage of Maryland’s capital city and illustrates the benefits of effective historic preservation.
Annapolis Wedding Market
brFriday, November 3rd, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
brFrom the DIY planners to the literally-I-have-no-time planners, the Annapolis Wedding Market has something for everyone. Located in the heart of Annapolis, this event will feature over 30 of the area’s best wedding vendors, food samplings, happy hour, and a Bridal Boutique showcasing wedding dresses.
The Del McCoury Band
Friday, November 3rd, 6:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
brFor more than fifty years, Del McCoury's music has defined authenticity for hard core bluegrass fans as well as a growing number of fans among those only vaguely familiar with the genre. McCoury is something special, a living link to the days when bluegrass was made only in hillbilly honkytonks, schoolhouse shows and on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, yet also a commandingly vital presence today, from prime time and late-night talk show TV to music festivals where audiences number in the hundreds of thousands. Del might be 78, but he's singing better than ever and showing no signs of slowing down.
Little Women
brFor more than fifty years, Del McCoury's music has defined authenticity for hard core bluegrass fans as well as a growing number of fans among those only vaguely familiar with the genre. McCoury is something special, a living link to the days when bluegrass was made only in hillbilly honkytonks, schoolhouse shows and on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, yet also a commandingly vital presence today, from prime time and late-night talk show TV to music festivals where audiences number in the hundreds of thousands. Del might be 78, but he's singing better than ever and showing no signs of slowing down.
Little Women
Friday, November 3rd, 8 p.m. & Sunday, November 5th, 3 p.m.
brBased on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel, Little Women tells the story of four sisters who confront growing pains, tragedies, and romance as they struggle to find their way through life after the civil war. American composer Mark Adamo attracted national attention with his highly successful opera début. This powerful story of growing up and growing apart is entering its 20th year as one of the most frequently performed American operas.
Neverwhere
brBased on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel, Little Women tells the story of four sisters who confront growing pains, tragedies, and romance as they struggle to find their way through life after the civil war. American composer Mark Adamo attracted national attention with his highly successful opera début. This powerful story of growing up and growing apart is entering its 20th year as one of the most frequently performed American operas.
Neverwhere
Friday, November 3rd & Saturday, November 4th, 8 p.m.
Neverwhere is a play about the mystical world of “London Below” from the imagination of the same author who gave us Stardust, Coraline, Good Omens, The Sandman, and the currently-running TV series American Gods. The extraordinarily unremarkable Richard Mayhew falls between the cracks of reality when he gives aid to an unconscious young woman who he finds on the street. Together, their small band of outlandish characters battle monsters, mazes, and deadly assassins as they work to restore Richard to ‘London Above’ and save the young woman from the fantastical forces that are after her.
JLA 35th Anniversary Gala
Neverwhere is a play about the mystical world of “London Below” from the imagination of the same author who gave us Stardust, Coraline, Good Omens, The Sandman, and the currently-running TV series American Gods. The extraordinarily unremarkable Richard Mayhew falls between the cracks of reality when he gives aid to an unconscious young woman who he finds on the street. Together, their small band of outlandish characters battle monsters, mazes, and deadly assassins as they work to restore Richard to ‘London Above’ and save the young woman from the fantastical forces that are after her.
JLA 35th Anniversary Gala
Friday, November 3rd, 7:30–10:30 p.m.
brEnjoy an evening of food from local restaurants, an open bar, live painting from artists of the Maryland Federation of Art, silent auctions, and dancing! The evening will feature a Diamond Dig sponsored by Smyth Jewelers and a Wine Pull Wall. All proceeds benefit JLA’s current community projects and the training of its civic leaders.
Tug of War XX
brEnjoy an evening of food from local restaurants, an open bar, live painting from artists of the Maryland Federation of Art, silent auctions, and dancing! The evening will feature a Diamond Dig sponsored by Smyth Jewelers and a Wine Pull Wall. All proceeds benefit JLA’s current community projects and the training of its civic leaders.
Tug of War XX
Saturday, November 4th, 10 a.m.
brAlso referred to as the “slaughter across the water”, the Tug of War XX is known as the signature event of The Maritime Republic of Eastport (The MRE). A rope spans across the Annapolis Harbor from Susan B. Campbell Park to Second Street with each side tugging for bragging rights. Enjoy live music provided by local bands, food vendors, beer & wine, crafters, and a chili cook-off.
Fish For a Cure
brAlso referred to as the “slaughter across the water”, the Tug of War XX is known as the signature event of The Maritime Republic of Eastport (The MRE). A rope spans across the Annapolis Harbor from Susan B. Campbell Park to Second Street with each side tugging for bragging rights. Enjoy live music provided by local bands, food vendors, beer & wine, crafters, and a chili cook-off.
Fish For a Cure
Saturday, November 4th, 5 –10 p.m.
brFish for a day, party for a night–all, for a great cause. Get out on the water for Fish For a Cure’s 11th annual Fishing Tournament or attend the ever-popular Shore Party following the tournament. Tournament weigh-in begins at 4 p.m. followed by the Shore Party. F4AC raises funds for AAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute, supporting vital programs that directly benefit cancer patients. For more information visit Fishforacure.org.
CASAblanca Gala
brFish for a day, party for a night–all, for a great cause. Get out on the water for Fish For a Cure’s 11th annual Fishing Tournament or attend the ever-popular Shore Party following the tournament. Tournament weigh-in begins at 4 p.m. followed by the Shore Party. F4AC raises funds for AAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute, supporting vital programs that directly benefit cancer patients. For more information visit Fishforacure.org.
CASAblanca Gala
Saturday, November 4th, 6–11 p.m.
brAnne Arundel County CASA Inc. is celebrating 20 years of service to abused and neglected children with CASAblanca: 20 Years of Turning a Child’s Hurt into Hope. This premier gala will feature a cocktail hour with butler passed hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, plated dinner with dessert, live and silent auctions, various raffles, and live entertainment provided by First Class.
First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Market
brSunday, November 5th, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
brThis holiday season experience shopping from the region’s best artisans at the popular First Sunday Arts Festival: Holiday Edition. Located in the historic streets and parks of downtown Annapolis, this event hosts 130 of the region’s best artists, crafters, musicians and food. Plus Downtown Annapolis is filled with boutiques and galleries just a short stroll from the festival.
Kent Island Federation of Arts 54th Annual Gala
brAnne Arundel County CASA Inc. is celebrating 20 years of service to abused and neglected children with CASAblanca: 20 Years of Turning a Child’s Hurt into Hope. This premier gala will feature a cocktail hour with butler passed hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, plated dinner with dessert, live and silent auctions, various raffles, and live entertainment provided by First Class.
First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Market
brSunday, November 5th, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
brThis holiday season experience shopping from the region’s best artisans at the popular First Sunday Arts Festival: Holiday Edition. Located in the historic streets and parks of downtown Annapolis, this event hosts 130 of the region’s best artists, crafters, musicians and food. Plus Downtown Annapolis is filled with boutiques and galleries just a short stroll from the festival.
Eastern Shore
Kent Island Federation of Arts 54th Annual Gala
Friday, November 3rd, 5:30 p.m.
brJoin the Kent Island Federation of Arts for a buffet dinner with quarter auctions, live auctions, and door prizes! Proceeds from the event will help make arts accessible to Kent Island and the surrounding communities. Come enjoy a fun night for a worthy cause.
Oyster Jam
brJoin the Kent Island Federation of Arts for a buffet dinner with quarter auctions, live auctions, and door prizes! Proceeds from the event will help make arts accessible to Kent Island and the surrounding communities. Come enjoy a fun night for a worthy cause.
Oyster Jam
Saturday, November 4th, 12–4 p.m.
brThis year's Oyster Jam will feature oysters from all over the state of Maryland giving you the opportunity to taste the difference between oysters grown in different areas of the Bay and its estuaries. Oysters will be both aquaculture-grown and wild-caught to highlight how both disciplines can work side by side to offer profitable future harvests for everyone. They will be offered raw, fried, steamed, in stew, and in signature dishes offered by select local restaurants. Oyster Jam will include eight craft breweries that will offer 16 different beers.
Be Dazzled: Jewelry & Accessory Event
brThis year's Oyster Jam will feature oysters from all over the state of Maryland giving you the opportunity to taste the difference between oysters grown in different areas of the Bay and its estuaries. Oysters will be both aquaculture-grown and wild-caught to highlight how both disciplines can work side by side to offer profitable future harvests for everyone. They will be offered raw, fried, steamed, in stew, and in signature dishes offered by select local restaurants. Oyster Jam will include eight craft breweries that will offer 16 different beers.
Be Dazzled: Jewelry & Accessory Event
Saturday, November 4th, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. & Sunday, November 5th, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
brA wide array of new and gently used jewelry and accessories will be sold, along with the opportunity to participate in a raffle for a l4KT gold and diamond necklace from DBS Jewelry in St. Michaels. This event is open to everyone and all proceeds will benefit the Woman's Club of St. Michaels charities.
Across the Bay 10K
brSunday, November 5th, 7 a.m.
brBe one of the few to run or walk across the Chesapeake Bay during the Across the Bay 10K. It’s the largest running event in Maryland and fifth largest 10K in the USA. This event is far more than just a race on Sunday morning (7 a.m.). It’s three days of activities for runners, groups, families, and friends. The two-day race expo will have the Official Bridge Race Store, kids’ fun run, fitness and food vendors, and much more.
Dirty Heads
brA wide array of new and gently used jewelry and accessories will be sold, along with the opportunity to participate in a raffle for a l4KT gold and diamond necklace from DBS Jewelry in St. Michaels. This event is open to everyone and all proceeds will benefit the Woman's Club of St. Michaels charities.
Across the Bay 10K
brSunday, November 5th, 7 a.m.
brBe one of the few to run or walk across the Chesapeake Bay during the Across the Bay 10K. It’s the largest running event in Maryland and fifth largest 10K in the USA. This event is far more than just a race on Sunday morning (7 a.m.). It’s three days of activities for runners, groups, families, and friends. The two-day race expo will have the Official Bridge Race Store, kids’ fun run, fitness and food vendors, and much more.
Western Shore
Dirty Heads
Thursday, November 2nd, 8 p.m.
brAfter two decades spent chiseling their unique, multi-genre infused sound, Dirty Heads have finally come into their own. Since the release of their 2008 debut Any Port in a Storm, the five-piece band has consistently experimented with their sunny style, leaning heavily on reggae fused with hip-hop cornerstones and scaling back for more acoustic fare, darting between extremes. But it’s with their fifth and self-titled album that the group has felt fully confident in a body of work, ready to bring their unique style to the masses.
Baltimore Human Society Birthday Bash
brAfter two decades spent chiseling their unique, multi-genre infused sound, Dirty Heads have finally come into their own. Since the release of their 2008 debut Any Port in a Storm, the five-piece band has consistently experimented with their sunny style, leaning heavily on reggae fused with hip-hop cornerstones and scaling back for more acoustic fare, darting between extremes. But it’s with their fifth and self-titled album that the group has felt fully confident in a body of work, ready to bring their unique style to the masses.
Baltimore Human Society Birthday Bash
Saturday, November 4th, 1–6 p.m.
brBring your family and friends to sing happy birthday to the Baltimore Humane Society in a big way at a day of fun celebrating 90 years saving lives. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a petting zoo, hayrides, local shopping, and activities for the kids.
Imagine Dragons Evolve Tour
brBring your family and friends to sing happy birthday to the Baltimore Humane Society in a big way at a day of fun celebrating 90 years saving lives. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a petting zoo, hayrides, local shopping, and activities for the kids.
Imagine Dragons Evolve Tour
Sunday, November 5th, 7 p.m.
brMulti-platinum, Grammy Award-winning band Imagine Dragons released their third album, Evolve, on June 23rd. The band is now bringing its electrifying live show to arenas across North America this fall with the Evolve Tour, produced by Live Nation.
An Evening with Kevin Smith
brMulti-platinum, Grammy Award-winning band Imagine Dragons released their third album, Evolve, on June 23rd. The band is now bringing its electrifying live show to arenas across North America this fall with the Evolve Tour, produced by Live Nation.
An Evening with Kevin Smith
Sunday, November 5th, 8 p.m.
br@ThatKevinSmith is the fat guy who got thrown off the plane. He also made Clerks once.
What's Up? Weddings Bridal Expo 2018
Save the Date! Sunday, January 28, 2018 • 1-4 pm at Chartwell Golf and Country Club. A perfect event for all of you brides-to-be ready to take action. Browsebr and talk to the best local vendors that can help from start to finish brof the big day. From the venue, to the invitations, cake and catering, brphotography, and honeymoon travels -- we have you covered all in one brlocation! Oh, and not to mention, there will be complimentary champagne,br appetizers, and raffle giveaways to add some fun to your planning. GET TICKETS >>
What's Up? Media Promotions
brWhat’s Up? Media loves our community and wants to give back. Check out our promotions page for opportunities to win amazing giveaways such as tickets to the most happening local events around, gift cards to your favorite local restaurants, and more! More details here.
br@ThatKevinSmith is the fat guy who got thrown off the plane. He also made Clerks once.
What's Up? Weddings Bridal Expo 2018
Save the Date! Sunday, January 28, 2018 • 1-4 pm at Chartwell Golf and Country Club. A perfect event for all of you brides-to-be ready to take action. Browsebr and talk to the best local vendors that can help from start to finish brof the big day. From the venue, to the invitations, cake and catering, brphotography, and honeymoon travels -- we have you covered all in one brlocation! Oh, and not to mention, there will be complimentary champagne,br appetizers, and raffle giveaways to add some fun to your planning. GET TICKETS >>
What's Up? Media Promotions
brWhat’s Up? Media loves our community and wants to give back. Check out our promotions page for opportunities to win amazing giveaways such as tickets to the most happening local events around, gift cards to your favorite local restaurants, and more! More details here.
