17 Friday
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra
Nov. 17-18. Features Christopher Sala on trumpet. Presented by Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. $10-88. 8pm. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. 410-263-5544, marylandhall.org
18 Saturday
Hops & Vines
Explore activities and demonstrations that bring out your inner child. Make Shrinky Dinks, explore three floors of interactive exhibits, and enjoy adult beverages and food. Raises funds for Port Discovery’s access programs, which provide free or reduced admission for families and schools in economically challenged communities. $50. 7:30-11pm. Port Discovery, Baltimore. 410-727-8120, portdiscovery.org
The Riversdale Chamber Music Society
Concert and a reception with the artists. Free. 2:30pm. Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale Park. 301-864-0420
Colonial Holiday Celebration at Belmont Manor
Sip wine and craft beer, enjoy finger foods and check out rooms decorated by the local community. Colonial reenactors, madrigals, and live dulcimer and harp music. Each adult ticket includes a free ticket for a children’s program during this event with crafts, colonial games and more. $50 advance; $60 after Nov. 13. 3-6pm. Howard County Conservancy Belmont, Elkridge. hcconservancy.org/belmont.html
29 Wednesday
Kris Allen: Somthin’ About Christmas Tour
Show with Kris Allen, who won the eighth season of “American Idol.” $27.50. 7pm. Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis. 410-268-4545, ramsheadonstage.com
30 Thursday
Brewlights
Microbrew and craft beer festival that takes place during ZooLights, which features thousands of lights. $55. 5-9pm. National Zoo, Washington D.C. nationalzoo.si.edu
Melissa Etheridge: Merry Christmas, Baby
Melissa Etheridge, one of rock music’s great female icons, performs holiday songs. $90-110. 8pm. Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis. 410-263-5544, marylandhall.org
