You could soon have more time to drink at clubs and bars in Baltimore {Thanks, AP}

Marques Houston sang and Joe Budden rapped about what it was like to be “up in da club.” For young Baltimoreans looking to enjoy themselves on the weekends in clubs, bars, lounges and other establishments downtown, there has been one resounding complaint — there’s never enough time to enjoy themselves. Now new legislation being considered in Annapolis may change all that.

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The Black Eyed Peas boom boom pow into the future {thanks, Dimitri Danloff}

1. Black Eyed Peas at Verizon Center
They got that boom boom pow, them chickens jackin’ their style. Oh, sorry. The song is just so catchy! Hear it live — and all those other great Black Eyed Peas songs you love! — at the Verizon Center Tuesday night at 7:30. Tickets start at $49.50. AUBREY FORNWALT, B

2. Olympic men’s ice hockey gold medal game
We won’t know who’s playing in this game until later in the week, but there’s a reason that it’s the final gold medal event of the 2010 Winter Olympics: This is the Games’ premier event. Don’t miss it. 3:15 p.m. Sunday, WBAL-21 NBC. MATT VENSEL, B

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Peyton Manning wants to put a ring on it {thanks, AP}

1. Super Bowl XLIV: Saints v. Colts
We know you’ll watch the Super Bowl regardless of who’s playing (even if just for the commercials), but this year’s matchup is extra juicy. You’ve got the AFC’s and the NFC’s top seeds meeting for the first time since 1993. You’ve got two of the league’s most underrated defenses. And you’ve got a couple of guys named Peyton Manning and Drew Brees. This one has classic written all over it. 6:25 p.m. Sunday, WJZ-23 CBS. MATT VENSEL, B

2. ‘Lost’ season premiere
It’s no secret that I’m a “Lost” fanatic. Fanatic is an understatement. And while I realize that this is the beginning of the end, I can’t wait to find out what happens in the final season. Who’s “dead” and coming back? Seriously, what’s up with Walt? Did the bomb really reset everything? Find out during the season premiere, 9 p.m. Tuesday on WMAR-12 ABC. MARISSA GALLO, B

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We had so much fun the first time, b is throwing another reader party, at 8 p.m. Jan. 28 at the 8×10. Here’s what’s happening:

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This sexy anonymous couple is similar to what you’ll see during Restaurant Week. Maybe. {thanks, istock}

1. Baltimore Winter Restaurant Week
By now you know the drill: Nearly 100 Baltimore restaurants offer special three-course menus for $20.10 (lunch) or $35.10 (dinner). But the winter incarnation holds a special place, as it warms the f—ing freezing cockles of our hearts. Starts Friday, runs through Feb. 7. Check out the list of participating restaurants at baltimorerestaurantweek.com. JORDAN BARTEL, B

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Hail, hail, the Mormon fundamentalist gang’s all here: the “Big Love” clan {thanks, HBO}

1. ‘Big Love’ season premiere
There’s an end to my TV drought (no thanks, “Jersey Shore”). And this season, the controversial story line about polygamy grows to include a controversial story line about creepy Alby’s closeted homosexuality. I’m breathless. 9 p.m. Sunday, HBO. ANNE TALLENT, B

2. CA Talent Show
We expect the board, staff and resident artists at Creative Alliance to be talented, because, well, they work at a place called Creative Alliance. So don’t miss this free night of poetry, film, music and “avant sound-scapes.” Oh, and there’ll be puppets and musical saws. 7 p.m. Thursday. 3134 Eastern Ave., Highlandtown. creativealliance.org. JORDAN BARTEL, B

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Kind of blue: “Avatar” {thanks, 20th Century Fox}

1. ‘Avatar’
I really hope James Cameron hasn’t wasted away his career with this venture. I love geeky science fiction stuff and hope “Avatar” delivers. Who wouldn’t want their DNA combined with some alien species to create a nifty physical avatar to mix and mingle with the native folk? Jump into the experience Friday. TIM WONG, B

2. Gridiron Sing-Off
Ray Rice and Kelley Washington host the Gridiron Sing-Off Tuesday at Rams Head Live. Don’t miss your chance to see your favorite Ravens showcase their singing abilities during the event that raises money for charities of their choice. Tickets are $20 and the show starts at 7 p.m. ramsheadlive.com. BRIAN KRISTA, B

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Leaving so soon? “Mad Men” season 3 is preparing to wrap {thanks, AMC}

1. ‘Mad Men’ season finale
Non-“Mad Men” fans must really be sick of hearing the rest of us obsess over every little nuance of AMC’s flagship drama. But this is TV’s best show since “The Wire,” so spare us the eyerolls. Season 3 ends this Sunday, and with all of the recent plot twists and turns, who knows what will happen to the Drapers, the Brits or Sterling Cooper? We don’t, but count on us watching, sweat-drenched and eyes popped out of our skulls. And no, that’s not hyperbole. 10 p.m. WESLEY CASE, B

2. Ravens @ Bengals
The Bengals got the best of the Ravens last month in Baltimore. Now the Ravens travel to Cincinnati to get a little revenge. 1 p.m. Sunday, WJZ-23 CBS, 98 Rock. MATT VENSEL, B

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Classic Halloween moment in Fells: Michael Meyers in 1999 {thanks, The Baltimore Sun}

1. Halloween in Fells Point
Guaranteed to be packed, and it’ll be hard to get a foot in the door of any bar. But with all the crazy costumes around, you won’t need to drink to enjoy yourself on Halloween in Fells. You can stare all night at complete strangers and no one will think you’re creepy. BRIAN KRISTA, B

2. Ravens v. Broncos
Fresh off a much-needed bye week, the Ravens host the AFC West-leading Broncos, one of the biggest surprises of the 2009 season. This looked like a sure win for the Ravens back in September, but they’ll have their hands full on Sunday. 1 p.m., M&T Bank Stadium (also WJZ-23 CBS and 98 Rock). MATT VENSEL, B

3. Jay-Z
What more can he say? There’s a reason Jay-Z continues to succeed in a young man’s game, and it’s his consistency. Check out Hov’s set at 1st Mariner Arena on Tuesday in case you need a reminder. I’ll be in the crowd, throwing that diamond up. 8 p.m., $29.50-$127.50. WESLEY CASE, B

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A bone-chilling sight at the Lantern Parade {thanks, The Baltimore Sun}

1. Lighting up Halloween
Before things get too crazy Saturday, check out the Great Halloween Lantern Parade and Festival at Eastern and Linwood avenues at Patterson Park. The festival goes from 3-9 p.m. Parade starts at 7:30 and there will be over 1,200 paper lanterns to light the way. creativealliance.org. ALISIA KRASTEL, B

2. Fell’s Point Haunted Pub Walk
Most of our Fell’s Point walks are haunted — by our alcoholic outbursts. Heh. Seriously though, this inebriated historic jaunt gives you the lowdown on spooked drinkeries in town. Get tickets early (21 and older). 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 28. $20. fellspointghost.com/pubwalk.html. JORDAN BARTEL, B

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