Murder Mystery Dinner - Sykesville, Maryland

Murder Mystery Dinner - Sykesville MD 

Join us for an evening of murder, mystery and mayhem as Whodunnit for Hire and Baldwin's Station Restaurant in Sykesville, Maryland team up to bring you "19 Crimes" the Murder Mystery Dinner based on the brand of wine by the same name. 

Timing
7PM Doors, 8-10 PM Murder Mystery Dinner

The Cost
$75/person inclusive for the mystery, three course dinner with entree options, taxes, gratuity, happy hour drink prices all night and free parking in the lot out front or nearby.
Group Seating Available
Celebrate an anniversary, birthday or retirement with us. Family and friends encouraged. Bachelorette parties and "ladies night out" groups all welcome. Choose a Party Name. All reservations giving the same Party Name will be seated together.

Menu
1st Course

• Cellblock - signature salad of romaine hearts, house made croutons, shaved asiago cheese and roasted garlic bruschetta, tossed with a light house made ceasar dressing

2nd Course

• The Jailbird; Chicken - baked parmesan-crusted buttermilk chicken drizzled with 19 Crimes white wine lemon basil beurre blanc, served with seasonal farm to table vegetables and chef's choice starch
• Or Behind Bars; Beef - grilled flat iron steak fused with 19 Crimes red wine demi glace, served with seasonal farm to table vegetables and chef's choice starch
• Or The Unforgivable; Fish - pan seared salmon brushed with an Old Bay infused orange and honey vinaigrette, served with seasonal farm to table vegetables and chef's choice starch

3rd Course

• Sticky Fingers - Baldwin Station's signature apple cinnamon bread pudding drizzled with a rich caramel and Chantilly cream sauce and topped with house made whipped cream

At The Bar
19 Crimes Wine (Hard Chard, Red and The Uprising) and 19 Crimes Specialty Drinks will be available for $6/glass plus tax and tip

• The Thief  -  19 Crimes Red Sangria; wine, lemonade, lemon juice, orange juice, sprite, fresh oranges and lemons
• The Criminal  -  19 Crimes Hard Chard Sangria; wine, Angry Orchard Hard Apple Cider, apple juice, sprite, fresh apples
• The Convict  -  19 Crimes Uprising & Brandy Sangria; wine, brandy, sprite, fresh berries

Bottles at a 10% Discount
You will receive 10% off your purchase of 19 Crimes Wine from The Vine on Main. The shop is across the street from Baldwin's Station Restaurant. Mention Whodunnit for Hire for the savings.

Recommended Dress
Business Casual Attire

Recommended Age
21+

The Storyline
In 1783, the British Government established 19 Crimes Punishable by Transportation. If convicted, the penalty was a one way trip to the penal colony in Australia. Jump to present day Sykesville, Maryland. This is a quiet town. It is filled with quaint shops, antique stores and clothing boutiques. It recently had the honor of winning the prestigious title "Coolest Town in America." The folks are friendly and quick with a smile. But they are frustrated with outliers unwilling to follow some simple rules. So, the townsfolk have updated and reinstated the 19 Crimes. Tonight those convicted will enjoy a farewell dinner surrounded by family and friends; for tomorrow they will be banished from Sykesville and shipped out of town. Unfortunately, someone will die during their last meal! Oh my. The convicts and guests will be called upon to help solve the crime. They will search for clues, interrogate suspects and solve whodunnit.
The murder mystery is a comedy and will at no time have guests frightened or confused.

Baldwins Station Restaurant
7618 Main Street, Sykesville Maryland overlooking railroad tracks and the Patapsco River

Participation Encouraged
This event is an interactive murder mystery game. As a guest, you will be asked to participate as a convict, sleuth or a suspect. Watch out! You could be accused of the crime.

19 Crimes
Tonight's murder mystery storyline is based on a wine created by the Australian winemaker Tony Robinson. Treasury Wine Estates was first established in 1843 in Hunter Valley, Australia and today has an award winning portfolio of more than 70 brands of wine. One of those brands is "19 Crimes" and it was the catalyst for this tale of intrigue written and presented by Whodunnit for hire. To see the label come to life watch this video: Living Label.Refunds
All sales are final and refunds cannot be given. If an emergency or illness prevents you from attending, give your seat to a friend.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
*Does the ticket include tax and gratuity? Yes
*My friend and I want to sit together. Can we book individually? Yes. You may make separate reservations. When asked "Are you part of a larger party?" Answer "Yes." If both of you choose the same Party Name, your seats will be together.

*I'm celebrating. How can I have an entire table devoted to my party? You can purchase a table. Or choose a Party Name and give it to your friends and family. Most of our tables hold six guests (some hold eight guests). If we cannot accommodate you at a single table you will be next to one another.

*I'd like to bring my department for a company party. What should I do? You could either buy as many seats as you need at one of our events. Or, if you don't make changes to the menu and will have 24 or more guests, we can offer you a private event for the same price per person. Call me (Wendy) to arrange the date. 410-549-2722
*Will I save money if I purchase an entire table of seats? Yes. The per person cost is cheaper when you purchase a table for six. And, if you purchase six or more seats by check in the mail, you will avoid on-line ticketing and credit card fees. Send to "Whodunnit for Hire," 1018 Grandview Avenue, Sykesville MD 21784. Please call me to ensure we have seats available. Wendy at Whodunnit for Hire: 410-549-2722
*How should I dress? This event is business casual.
*Do I need to print my ticket? No. Save your ink. You may give your name at the door.
*Is there a Vegetarian (Vegan, Gluten Free, Other) option? Yes. Choose the "Dietary Concern" ticket and let us know what you need. This goes for allergy concerns as well.
*Is it okay if the name on my ticket doesn't match the person who attends? Yes. If an illness or emergency prevents you from attending, you are welcome to give your seat to a friend. Be sure to let them know what you have ordered.

*Can I get a refund? All sales are final. Plan accordingly.
*Are there any exceptions to the refund policy (death in the family, contageous illness)? Sorry. No. Sales are final. If an illness or emergency prevents you from attending, give your seat to a friend.

*What if there is inclement weather? Unless an official state-wide emergency is issued and the restaurant is closed, the event will take place as scheduled with no refunds or exchanges. Plan accordingly.

*Where do I park? There is free parking in the front lot or around the corner at 732 Oklahoma Avenue, Sykesville.
*Does Whodunnit for Hire have alternative dates and locations? Yes, go to https://whodunnit-for-hire.eventbrite.com for a list of other events.
*I have a question and you didn't provide an answer here.  My name is Wendy Olenik and I own Whodunnit for Hire. I'm happy to help. Email your question to murdermysterycompany@gmail.com