FRIDAY
SMOKE RINGS OPENING RECEPTION: The latest exhibit at Gallery Imperato, 921 E. Fort Ave., features Rob Tarbell's works on paper depicting smoke-smeared circus animals. The opening reception takes place from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The show runs through Oct. 31. Go to galleryimperato.com.
GERMAN BEER FEST: Max's Taphouse, 737 S. Broadway, celebrates with more than 75 authentic German bottled beers and a German-inspired menu. The event takes place Friday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. There is no entrance fee for this event. Go to maxs.com.
CHESAPEAKE FILM FESTIVAL: This second annual film festival showcases more than 25 films, including documentaries, shorts, and some of the indies you might have missed at this year's Maryland Film Festival. Highlights include "Art & Copy" about advertising, "Coming Attractions: The Art and History of the Trailer" and "The End of the Line" about the world's demand for seafood. The festival kicks off at 8 p.m. with a screening of "That Evening Sun." Films screen from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. The event takes place in Easton at the Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St.; the Academy Art Museum, 106 South St.; and the Historical Society of Talbot County auditorium, 25 S. Washington St. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 at the door. A three-ticket package is $25. Go to chesapeakefilmfestival.com.
JUNKROD JOE AND THE CADILLAC HEARSE: The bluesy Baltimore-based three-piece band brings its cool swagger to the Sidebar, 218 E. Lexington St. Gary B and the Notions, Brother George and Whistlin' Charlie also rock the stage at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. Go to missiontix.com.
