Need some parking and tailgating tips. Little help?

I have been a Ravens fan for years, but I will finally be attending my first regular season game on my birthday, Dec. 16th, when we host the Broncos, and - hopefully - Ray Ray makes a healthy return to the field!

So I have two tickets for a friend and myself, but I don't know what to do about parking. Would it be better to park there and pay whatever or somewhere else in B'more and taxi over? There are loose plans to post-game somewhere around town to regain circulation and sobriety. Thoughts?

Also, we are looking for friendlies with which to tailgate. I might know a couple coworkers going, but this isn't confirmed. Either way, I wondered if there were any Raven-Redditors that would be welcoming to a couple of friendly strangers. Hell, we might even be able to bring something to contribute rather than just freeload. Shoot me a PM and let me know what's up!

Now... LET'S GO RAVENS!