Madness, passion and sabotage are intertwined in the latest Magic Lantern show from Nana Projects, the creators of the Great Halloween Lantern Parade. Alonzo’s Lullaby is a shadow-puppet play for adults inspired by a 1918 circus train wreck. Alonzo’s Lullaby features an original score by local signer/songwriter Ellen Cherry, and the show is Friday night (05.22) at 8pm at the Creative Alliance. For more information, visit www.creativealliance.org
On Saturday (05.23), The Charm City Roller Girls open their 4th season with bouts featuring Night Terrors vs. The Mobtown Mods and The Junkyard Dolls vs. Speed Regime. Doors open at 6pm and the skating begins at 7pm at the Du Burns Arena at 1301 S. Ellwood Avenue in Canton, and you can find more information online at www.charmcityrollergirls.com
On Sunday (05.24), The Baltimore Herb Festival returns to Leakin Park. This year’s featured herb is Bay Laurel, and vendors from five states will offer plants, flowers, teas, soap and garden related crafts for sale. The festival also features live music, food and drinks, and free rides on miniature steam trains. For directions and more information visit www.baltimoreherbfestival.com
Also on Sunday (05.24), the annual Sowebohemian Arts Festival returns, featuring live music, art, hand made jewelry and crafts, street performers, puppet shows, food and drinks and more. The festival runs from noon to 8 pm in the area surrounding Hollins Market in South West Baltimore. For a full schedule of events and more information, visit www.soweboarts.org