Having hope

The lowdown -- Classic-rock cover bands Mister Wilson and Ethyl & the Mermen jam for a good cause at the second Concert for Hope. Proceeds from the event support HopeWell Cancer Support, a nonprofit organization that provides free support groups, educational programs and wellness classes for patients and families affected by cancer.

If you go -- Doors open at 7 p.m., and the concert starts at 8 p.m. Saturday at Recher Theatre, 512 York Road, Towson. Tickets are $25-$30. Call 410-832-2719 or go to concertforhope .net.

Rock-n-Romp

The lowdown -- On Saturday, pack up the kids and head over to an all-ages party, a Rock-n-Romp production, at the 2640 space, run by Red Emma's Bookstore Coffeehouse. Local indie rockers Thrushes perform, and Charm City Craft Mafia provides art activities for children.

If you go -- The event runs 10 a.m.-noon at 2640 St. Paul St. Admission is $7. Children are admitted free. Call 410-230- 0450 or go to rocknromp.com.

[JENNIFER CHOI]

Comedy show

The lowdown -- The Killers of Comedy, a diverse group of comedians best known for their appearances on the Howard Stern Radio Show, will perform this weekend. The group is known for raunchy, politically incorrect and no-holds-barred routines.

If you go -- The Killers of Comedy will perform at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. tomorrow at Rams Head Live, 20 Market Place. Admission is $25-$40. Ticket availability may be limited; call 410-244-1131 or go to ramsheadlive.com.

[BRAD SCHLEICHER]