Glen Burnie Weekend Event Guide

Don't know what to do this weekend? Make plans with some of these events this weekend in Glen Burnie.

What: Flea Market Where: Eighth Avenue Market, 163 8th Ave. NW When: Saturday and Sunday 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Details: Vendors will be selling new and used electronics, jewelry, clothing, antiques, books and more.    What: Holiday Bazaar Where: 351 Arundel Corporation Rd. When: Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: Get some shopping done and a photo with Santa Claus!   What: Woodside Holiday Vendor & Craft fair Where: Woodside Elementary School When: Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Details: Breakfast with Santa, vendor tables, secret Santa workshop in Media Center for small children to buy gifts for parents, crafts table for children to make for free.   What: Cookies For Cops Where: Maryland State Police Barrack P, 6800 Aviation Blvd, Glen Burnie When…

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Weekend Planner: Dump Hazardous Waste, Eat Spaghetti and Check Out a Haunted House

Patch rounded up a few things you can do this weekend in and around the Glen Burnie area.

The week’s almost over and the weekend is nearly here. Make the most of it by checking out some of our picks for fun activities and interesting things to do around the region. 1. Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day Where/When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Glen Burnie Convenience Center Why Go: Get rid of household hazardous wastes around the house. This program is for Anne Arundel County residents to dispose of household hazardous products, including oven cleaners, wood preservatives, pesticides, flammable liquids, oil-based paint, fluorescent light fixtures, gasoline, mercury thermometers and disinfectants. Cost: Free 2. Fall Festival at Nichols-Bethel Church Where/When: Noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nichols-Bethel United Methodist Church, Odenton…

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Weekend Planner: Run a 5K, Attend a Silent Supper and Learn Life Skills

Patch rounded up a few things you can do this weekend in the Glen Burnie area.

The week’s almost over and the weekend is nearly here. Make the most of it by checking out some of our picks for fun activities and interesting things to do around the region. 1. GBIA 5K Race and One Mile Fun Walk When/Where: 9 a.m. Saturday at GBIA, 19 Crain Highway S, Glen Burnie Why Go: Launched in 2008 to coincide with the Glen Burnie Improvement Association's 100-year anniversary, the 5K run and one-mile fun walk is an opportunity to spend a morning participating in a family-friendly event while being active. Cost: $15 pre-registration, $20 on site 2. Life Skills Seminar: Interview Skills and Resume Building When/Where: 3 p.m., Transformations Fitness for Women, 8043 Ritchie Highway, Pasadena Why Go: Learn interviewing and resume …

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Purple Fridays, Poolside Movie Night and Arts & Music Festival

Things to do in and around Glen Burnie and the surrounding areas.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. PURPLE FRIDAYS Where/When: Bill Bateman’s, 805 Aquahart Rd., 410-760-5535; Friday, 5-7 p.m. Why Go: Wear purple and enjoy the football specials. Free all-you-can-eat tacos and beer specials, including a pint of Blue Moon for $3.50 and Miller Lite bottles for $2.25. Cost: Free 2. POOLSIDE MOVIE NIGHT Where/When: Big Vanilla Athletic Club, 25 Magothy Beach Rd. in Pasadena, 410-437-4242; Friday at 6:30 p.m. Why Go: To swim, see a demonstration of Sherman’s Martial Arts at 6:30 p.m. and watch Rango at 7 p.m. Snacks, popcorn, pizza and beverages will be available for purchase. Cost: $4 members; $6 non-…

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Aquarium, Halloween and Hunting

Things to do in and around the surrounding Glen Burnie area.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. NATIONAL AQUARIUM 30TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL Where/When: The National Aquarium, 501 East Pratt St., Baltimore; Friday NOON-7 p.m., Saturday AND Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Why Go: To enjoy free outdoor events that include live music, dancing, crafts, games, character appearances and more. Celebrate 30 years and be part of Baltimore’s history. Cost: Free outdoor activities (must pay admission to get inside Aquarium) 2. SIX FLAGS CONCERT Where/When: Six Flags America in the GOTHAM Arena, 13710 Central Ave., Bowie, 301-249-1500; Friday 5-8 p.m. Why Go: To see performances from the Russ Parr Splash Bash …

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Free Floppy Hat, Garden Monsters and Bowl for Soles

Things to do in and around the surrounding Glen Burnie area.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. BALTIMORE ORIOLES FREE FLOPPY HAT NIGHT Where/When: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, 333 W. Camden St., Baltimore, 410-685-9800; Friday, 7:05 p.m. Why Go: To get a free floppy hat (for those 21 and over) and cheer on the O’s as they take on the Los Angeles Angels—it is also student night for $6 per ticket with student identification. Cost: $10-65; students $6 2. ARBUTUS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT CARNIVAL Where/When: Arbutus VFD, 5200 Southwestern Blvd., Arbutus, 410-242-6601; Thursay, Friday and Saturday, 7-11 p.m. Why Go: To enjoy rides, games, bingo, food and they have a beer garden. Music will be …

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Luau Contest, Casino Bus Trip and Art in the Park

Things to do in and around the Glen Burnie area.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. PARENT’S NIGHT OUT Where/When: The North Arundel Aquatic Center, 7888 Crain Highway, Glen Burnie, 410-222-0090; Friday, 5-7:45 p.m. Why Go: Because you need a sitter and deserve to spend some time with grown-ups. If you have children ages 6 to 11 you can drop them off for some swimming, movies, games and pizza. Children should bring a swimsuit and towel. Cost: $10 if you sign up by Thursday and $12 thereafter 2. LUAU BASKET BINGO Where/When: Glen Burnie Moose Lodge, 1911 Crain Highway, 410-760-6017; Friday, 5 p.m. Why Go: To benefit the Special Olympics of Maryland and you can dress up in your luau …

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Baby Contest, Boating Course or Ice Cream Social

Things to do this weekend in and around Glen Burnie.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. BALTIMORE’S MOST PHOTOGENIC BABY OF 2011 Where/When: Marley Station Mall, 7900 Ritchie Highway, 410-766-2033; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Why Go: The search is on for the most precious, comical, beautiful and fashionable baby (infants through age 5). Contest benefits the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Cost: $35 entry free 2. 8TH ANNUAL BURN FOUNDATION RIDE Where/When: Cancun Cantina, 7501 Old Telegraph Rd., Hanover, 410-761-6188; Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Why Go: To be part of the largest motorcycle ride across the Bay Bridge for a worthy cause. Free T-shirt, breakfast, …

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Adopt a Dog, Wine Tasting and Becoming Debt Free

Things to do this weekend in and around the surrounding area.

Trying to figure out what you want to do this weekend? We've put together a list of five options that will make sure you have a good time. 1. OBG COCKER SPANIEL RESCUE ADOPTION SHOW Where/When: Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Water Rd., Annapolis; 410-222-1777; Sunday from 8 a.m.-noon Why Go: Adopt a dog or support the SPCA and save an animal. There will be Anne Arundel County K-9 Police unit demonstrations, food and vendors. For more information call 703-533-2373. Pricing: Pledges welcome 2. FINANCIAL SEMINAR—Become Debt Free Where/When: Holy Temple Cathedral, 708 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis; 410-266-7946; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Why Go: If you are interested in becoming debt free, planning wisely for your future, learning how to save on …

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