Wednesday, February 25

Kentucky Nights – A Bourbon Tasting: A bourbon tasting to benefit Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital. Sample fine bourbons, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and meet fellow enthusiasts at this popular annual event. 21+ ($65.87) 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Mt. Washington Tavern, 5700 Newbury Street. For more information, go to mtwashingtontavern.com. 

NEW DOCUMENTARY SCREENING “The Beat Goes On: The Story of Baltimore Beat”: An exclusive screening of the Baltimore Beat documentary, a film exploring Baltimore’s legacy of Black journalism. Join us for the screening, stay for the Q&A to follow. (Donation) 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Real News Network, 231 N. Holliday Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Beat” on eventbrite.com. 

Sapphic Social: A monthly sapphic meetup with arts and crafts and “human bingo.” This event is in celebration of (and themed around) the month of love. ($17.48) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “QueerTalk Events” on posh.vip. 

Thursday, February 26

Gaming for the Feast: A board game benefit for Moveable Feast. There will be experts on hand to teach any game in the room. ($20 – $100) 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.

Torches: an Emerging Writer’s Circle: A monthly writing group for writers who have yet to publish their first book. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, find “Torches: an Emerging Writer’s Circle” on evenbrite.com.  

Noah Pierre Band: “Inwards” Album Release Celebration: Noah Pierre Band launches “Inwards,” their sophomore album. ($15 – $35) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets. 

Erin Somers presents “The Ten Year Affair”: Dive into a will-they-won’t-they romance novel with a parallel timeline twist. Author Erin Somers will be joined by Jeremy Gordon. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events. 

“The Show About Divorce”: Joys, challenges & just plain weirdness of divorce: A live show featuring musical artist Nelly’s Echo and a series of true stories of life before, during, and after divorce. Hosted by “Sincerely, Divorced,” an organization created to disrupt the stigma of divorce. ($17.85) 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Motte Restaurant and Bar, 1 N. Haven Street. For more information, visit sincerelydivorced.com/events.

Singles Night 40+: Icebreakers will be on hand to get the conversation rolling! Includes a drink ticket. 40+ ($28.52) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at True Chesapeake, 3300 Clipper Mill Road, Suite 400. For more information, find “Single in Charm City” on eventbrite.com. 

Open Mic Poetry w/ Charm City Slam: Join Kenneth Something at this biweekly variety open mic for songsters, poets, comedians, and more. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1. 

Friday, February 27

Interactive Movie Night: “Batman Returns”: A hilarious night of silly games and your favorite ’90s classic, “Batman Returns,” hosted by Jennifer Marsh and Heather Keating. 21+ ($23) 7 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Ave. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events. 

Melanin In Motion: A Black History Month Yoga Experience: A yoga experience with The Brown Yogi, Akilah, backgrounded by R&B, Afrobeats, and neo-soul. ($17.85) 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at La Par’de Fitness, 5847 York Road. For more information, find “La Par’de Fitness” on eventbrite.com. 

Laundry Day, Satchel Shure: Pop rock. ($28.37) 8 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar. 

Drag Me to Comedy Bingo ft Jenny Cavallero: Drag meets stand-up comedy in this event hosted by Kenny Rooster and Dickolas Cage. ($17.85; NOTAFLOF) 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Zissimo’s Bar, 1023 W. 36th Street. For more information, find “Kenny Rooster and Dickolas Cage” on eventbrite.com.

The Basement R&B Party | BALTIMORE | CI Basketball Weekend: The East Coast’s #1 R&B dance party comes to Baltimore in celebration of the CIAA Basketball Tournament. 21+ ($23.18 – $44.52) 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Baltimore Soundstage, 124 Market Place. For more information, go to baltimoresoundstage.com/events-feed. 

Saturday, February 28

That’s My Jam CIAA Day Party: Celebrate tournament weekend with a Trap vs. R&B dance party. 21+ ($23.18 – $44.52) 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bar V 2.0, 2424 Distillery Street. For more information, find “That’s My Jam CIAA Day Party” on eventbrite.com.

Sapphic Sip n Paint: Aphrodite’s House hosts a sapphic-centered sip and paint with an open wine and mimosa bar. All supplies provided. ($39.49) 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 27 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “Aphrodite’s House” on posh.vip.

Matcha and Junk Journaling Social: Bring your junk journal, have a matcha drink, and leave with a few new friends. ($23.18) 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Co-Balt Workspace, 1014 W. 36th Street, Suite 401. For more information, find “Matcha and Junk Journaling Social” on eventbrite.com. 

The Heart and Soul of Magic: This History of Black Magicians: A one-of-a-kind performance by Black magician Ran’D Shine. ($10) 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to motorhousebaltimore.com/events-1. 

Girl Scout Cookie & Wine Pairing: A cookie-and-wine tasting to benefit Hampstead Hill Academy Girl Scout Troop. Two “flights” and an “express flight” are offered. 21+ ($28.52 – $33.85) 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., or 5:30 p.m. at Chesapeake Wine Company, 2400 Boston Street. For more information, find “Canton Wine Girl” on eventbrite.com. 

TRANSMISSION – A Celebration for Ann Everton: A two-night celebration of late local musician Ann Everton. Tonight’s lineup features Curse, Gridfailure, Moth Broth, and more. ($55) 4 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar. 

Two Fest: A music festival featuring local duos including Outcalls, The Shaky Experience, SLOT, and more. 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.

Mind Over Market: A concert and maker’s market prioritizing outside-of-the-box, cutting-edge local musicians and entrepreneurs. Features live performances by Timi Turnup, Belle Amour, Nono, Pino, and B.B. Bailey. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 2640 Space, 2640 St. Paul Street. For more information, find “Originality Matters LLC” on eventbrite.com. 

VIVA BRASIL! 2026: A celebration of Brazilian Carnival with Sarau de Samba, DJ Babilous, and Rose Moraes. ($18 – $40) 7 p.m. at the Creative AllianceTheater, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events. 

Project Salt Box: Open Data as Community Defense: The researchers behind Project Salt Box demonstrate how to use existing, publicly available data to identify the early construction stages of ICE infrastructure. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.

Sunday, March 1

tHE LaTin cOFFEe PartY: Old-school reggaeton party blending Latin flair with coffee and cocktails. 21+ ($39.19) 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Adee’s Coffee & Bar, 1625 Fleet Street. For more information, find “PerreoO Therapy, LLC” on eventbrite.com. 

Closing Program: “The Way of Nature: Art from Japan, China, and Korea”: An outdoor performance and demonstration of Samulnori (Korean percussion music) by Washington Samulnori, with craft demonstrations and tours to celebrate the end of the exhibition. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to artbma.org/events. 

Brunch & Beats: A chilled-out brunch with groovy beats, hosted as part of Baltimore’s HBCU Greek Weekend Takeover. ($23.18 – $172.57) 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Guilford Hall Brewery, 1611 Guilford Avenue. For more information, find “Star 23 Enterprise” on eventbrite.com. 

East Meets West: Music to heal the soul: Multicultural musicians come together to create “a dynamic blend of sitar, tabla, vocals, guitar, saxophone, keyboards, violin, Western percussion, and more.” ($40 – $45) 4 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events. 

El Patio Party: A Dominican & Puerto Rican Experience: A party blending Dominican and Puerto Rican vibes, with bachata lessons by Elayne Mendoza. ($17) 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sangria Baltimore, 930 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Casa de Luz” on posh.vip.

Monday, March 2

Machine Girl, Show Me the Body, Lustsickpuppy: Electronic/post-hardcore. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. ($38.64) 7 p.m. at Union Craft Brewing, 1700 W. 41st Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar. 

Revival Poetry: Monthly poetry open mic hosted by Joseph E. Colona. All poetry styles and experience levels welcome. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Hotel Revival, Topside (Garden Room), 101 W. Monument Street. For more information, find @joseph.e.colona on Instagram.

Author & Punisher w/ King Yosef and Black Magnet: Industrial doom/drone metal. ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events. 

Tuesday, March 3

Jeannette L. Clariond with translator Forrest Gander: “EVEN TIME BLEEDS”: A bilingual poetry celebration featuring Jeannette L. Clariond and Forrest Gander, in conversation with Gisela Heffes. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events.

Madeline Lane-McKinely presents “Solidarity With Children” in conversation w/ Keegan Finberg: Madeline Lane-McKinely presents the feminist case for child liberation and decentering adulthood as a means for forming “insurgent, collective forms of care,” in conversation with Keegan Finberg. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.

LauraB: Spanish folk-pop. ($18 – $35) 7:30 p.m. at the Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events. 

Wednesday, March 4

The importance of being earnest: writers on cringe: Writers b. al-ism, Jardana Peacock, Chen Chen, Jenny Xie, and more reflect on the idea of “cringe” and read work on the subject, showcasing a shared humanity. 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Red Emma’s Free School Classroom, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events. 

Dried Floral Shadow Box Workshop: Ticket includes all materials needed to make your own exquisite dried floral shadow box, plus instruction and a shop coupon. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com/calendar. 

Board Game Speed Dating – Mobtown Brewing: Break the ice over a childhood classic or brand-new board game. Ages 25 – 39 ($30 – $45) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mobtown Brewing, 4015 Foster Avenue. For more information, find “Quirk Events” on eventbrite.com. 

Prison Affair & Snõõper with D. Sablu & Music Mouse: Punk, experimental. ($29.39) 7 p.m.  at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar. 

Thursday, March 5

Craft & Beer Social Club: All crafters are welcome at this free monthly event. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events. 

Proxima Arcanum: JB Aris and dave ring’s queer speculative reading and market returns to kick off its third season. 5:30 p.m. at Current Space, 421 N. Howard Street. For more information, currentspace.com/calendar.

First Thursdays: Make and Mingle: This Women’s History Month, create a work of 3D art inspired by an important woman in your life. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum Sculpture Court, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events. 

FRUITCAKE #8: A supersized edition of Baltimore’s quarterly queer literary reading featuring Diamond Forde, Ashley Elizabeth, Veronica Bennett, Jessica Nirvana Ram, and more. 6 p.m. The Belvedere Palm Room, 1 E. Chase Street. For more information, find @fruitcakebmore on Instagram.

Fly Society: The “after-work series for the sexy and grown” celebrates Pisces season and Love & Basketball with sets by DJ AZ and Mike Crosby. ($17.79 – $23.11) 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Euphoria, 1301 Ponca Street. For more information, find “The Flywire” on eventbrite.com. 

BRUISER MART: An alt-AWP market and after-party hosted by local webzine BRUISER, with panels, readings, and an independent book fair. 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, find @bruiser_mag on Instagram.

Split Lip Magazine & Friends Reading to Benefit CHARM: Hear from Split Lip Magazine contributors and purchase their books, with all proceeds going to Baltimore-based youth writing organization CHARM. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, find “CHARM: Voices of Baltimore Youth” on eventbrite.com. 

Sinister Haze w/ Hagstone, Lathe: Psychedelic rock. 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events. 

Friday, March 6

Cyrus Chestnut & Affirmation: Cyrus Chestnut “balances his lithe technical skill with a robust, soulful style.” ($15 – $45) 6 p.m. or 8:30 p.m. multiple dates at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets. 

Randolph MFA Faculty & Alumni Reading with MC Danez Smith: Danez Smith hosts this showcase of Randolph MFA’s alumni and faculty featuring Brittany Rogers, John Vercher, and more. 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at Bird in Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to birdinhandcafe.com/events. 

“Monsters and Moons” – Exhibition Opening: Solo exhibition by Tiffany Lange featuring “a compelling exploration of archetypes through character-based sculpture.” 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Creative Alliance Amalie Rothschild Gallery, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events. 

Saturday, March 7

AWP Offsite Reading with Luna Honey: Multi-genre reading featuring a performance by experimental dark rock trio Luna Honey. 21+ 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events. 

GENESIS: A Runway Fashion Creative Network Experience: This networking event and fashion showcase doubles as the launch of The Runway Syndicate, “a women-led fashion and culture platform created to connect, elevate, and empower creatives across the fashion ecosystem.” 21+ ($33.85) 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 115 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to runwaysyndicateofficial.com/events. 

I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY….before 9pm…An early bird dance party!: A two-room takeover dance party with ’80s neon downstairs vs. ’90s flannel upstairs, featuring DJs Matt Kirby and Amsies. 21+ ($23.23) 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, to go theottobar.com/calendar. 

Game Over Books x Garden Party Collective Reading: The Klein Family Center for Communications Design hosts this reading featuring authors from two up-and-coming independent presses. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The University of Baltimore Student Center, Robert L. Bogomolny Room, 21 W. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, find @gardenpartycollective on Instagram.

The Concordia Choir in Baltimore, MD: Michael Culloton conducts the 68-voice a cappella Concordia Choir, one of America’s finest and most renowned choirs. (Free – $44.52) 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, 5200 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “The Concordia Choir” on eventbrite.com. 

Sunday, March 8

Pilates And Coffee At Ceremony Coffee: One-hour mat pilates session followed by coffee and pastries. ($25) 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at Ceremony Coffee, 1065 S. Charles Street, Stall 160. For more information, find “Ari Does Pilates” on posh.vip.

Meander Rum Club Session 002: A laid-back rum tasting event, including four pours of rum and a signature cocktail. 21+ ($30) 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Meander Art Bar” on eventbrite.com. 

HAPPY DAY MATINEE: Family Friendly Event w/ Krime Slugs! and Kevin Sherry: “Zany masked avant-punk” music from Krime Slugs! and a performance by children’s book author/illustrator, musician, and puppeteer Kevin Sherry. ($5 – $20) 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events. 

B’more Honky Tonk – workshops & dance at night w/ Melissa & The Moth Men: Stop in for one of two afternoon dance workshops or come out for the main event, a lively night of two-stepping with Melissa & The Moth Men. ($12.51 – $55.20) 12:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (dance starts at 7 p.m.) at Mobtown Ballroom, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test. 

slow burn: An Incense Workshop: Learn the history of incense-making and roll your own. Herbal tea, sweets, and lite bites provided. 18+ ($57.33) 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at AYE Gallery Space + Altar Studio, James E. Hooper House, 100 E. 23rd Street. For more information, find “slow burn: An Incense Workshop” on eventbrite.com.

Brunch And Paint: The ultimate sip and paint, complete with brunch food, live DJ, champagne, and good vibes. ($58.51) 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Studio10TEN10, 530 S. Conkling Street. For more information, find “88 EVENTS” on eventbrite.com. 

Frederick Douglass’ Fell’s Point: Stories of Liberation in Black Maritime Baltimore: Learn about the Fells Point Historic District as it was when Frederick Douglass lived there as a young man. An exploration of a rich Black maritime history in Baltimore. ($12 – $15) 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., meeting location in Fells Point provided upon registration. For more information, go to fullstorybaltimore.tours/our-tours.

Drag & Burlesque Open Stage: Beth Amphetamine & PURRRRSHAH Ridgely host a brand new drag and burlesque open stage. All experience levels welcome. 18+ 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events. 

Pour Decisions: Cocktail Making Workshop: Dominique DSashay teaches a complete cocktail workshop presented by BLK ASS UNIVERSITY x The Stylish Bartender. ($45) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, find “BLKASSFLEAMKT” on posh.vip.

Monday, March 9

Sketch Writer’s Lab at The Highwire Center: Workshop and collaborate to bring your sketch comedy ideas to life. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Highwire Improv, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, go to highwireimprov.com/shows. 

Tuesday, March 10

Ben Quad w/ Riley, Footballhead and Aren’t We Amphibians: Post-emo, “butt rock,” alt-rock. ($22) 6 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events. 

Jillian Meadows presents “No Place Like You”: From childhood friends to high school rivals to… lovers? Jillian Meadows’ latest novel launches in conversation with B.K. Borison. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events. 

Toni Ann Johnson presents “But Where’s Home?” in conversation w/ Dr. Khadijah Ali Coleman: Flannery O’Connor Award-winner Toni Ann Johnson releases a collection of linked short stories exploring the experiences of an upper-middle class Black family. Johnson will be joined by Dr. Khadijah Ali Coleman. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.

Alaska’s Angels, In The Pines, File Select: Indie rock. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar. 

Wednesday, March 11

Air Plant Terrarium Workshop: Build your own little world with an air plant terrarium! Includes all supplies and a shop coupon. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com/calendar. 

The Obsessed w/ Borracho and Foghound: Doom metal. ($18) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.