Perry Hall BSO concert celebrates community’s 250th birthday

PERRY HALL, MD—On Thursday evening, July 10th, the Perry Hall 250 Committee welcomed the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra to celebrate the community’s 250th anniversary. In addition to classical pieces and modern tunes, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra brass section led the 800-person audience in singing “Happy Birthday” to Perry Hall, founded in 1775. “This was a magical celebration of Perry Hall’s 250th […]

Where to watch 2025 Fourth of July fireworks in Baltimore County [FULL LIST]

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County officials have announced the full list of approved Fourth of July fireworks displays for Independence Day weekend and week. Independence Day fireworks will take place in several locations throughout Baltimore County. Here’s the full list of 2025 fireworks displays: Jacksonville Elementary School Saturday, June 28, Dusk 3400 Hillendale Heights Road Phoenix, Maryland 21131 Hereford High School Sunday, […]

Perry Hall High School welcomes new marching band director

PERRY HALL, MD—Perry Hall High School has announced the appointment of alumnus Frank Gorecki III as its new marching band director for the 2025-26 season. Gorecki, a 1996 graduate of Perry Hall High School and a former “Marching Gator,” will take the helm of the school’s marching band program. The school expressed its excitement about his return, noting his enthusiasm […]

Where to watch 2024 Independence Day fireworks in Baltimore County [FULL LIST]

NOTTINGHAM, MD—Baltimore County officials have announced the full list of approved Fourth of July fireworks displays for Independence Day weekend and week. Independence Day fireworks will take place throughout Baltimore County all weekend long and into next week. Here’s the full list of 2024 fireworks displays: Big Truck Brewery June 29th, 9:00 p.m. 19919 Cameron Mill Rd, Parkton, MD 21120 […]

Governor, First Lady Moore join BSO in support of Music for Maryland tour

BALTIMORE, MD—Governor Wes Moore and First Lady Dawn Moore this week joined the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, Jr., and Howard County Executive Calvin Ball to announce the continuation of the Music for Maryland tour, which partners with Maryland’s universities, colleges, and public high schools to host concerts across the […]

Governor Hogan announces $10 million in relief for live entertainment venues in Maryland

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday announced the recipients of 65 awards totaling $10 million for live music and performance venues and live entertainment promoters affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This relief funding is in addition to the $30 million allocated earlier this year to music and entertainment venues as part of the State of Maryland’s economic recovery plan. “As […]

Baltimore County, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra announce return of free summer concert series at Oregon Ridge

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County, in partnership with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, on Wednesday announced that free summer concerts at Oregon Ridge Park will return this summer starting July 8th. “We are thrilled to welcome the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra back to Oregon Ridge, for not just one, but four weeks of free summer concerts,” said Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski. “The return […]