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Literary | Live Music | Performances | Art Exhibits | Crafts | Food & Drink | Resources | For Kids | Community Participation
Wednesday, July 15
Board of Estimates Meeting: The mayor, comptroller, City Council president, city solicitor, and director of public works meet to formulate and execute the city’s fiscal policy. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Baltimore City Board of Estimates Chambers, 100 Holliday Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Kickback and Connect: Illustrators Mixer: The Society of Publication Designers (SPD) is hosting a Kickback and Connect event in Baltimore. Join local illustrators for an evening dedicated to the art, business, and community of image-making. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Making Space Bmore, 709 N. Howard Street. For more information, find “The Society of Publication Designers (SPD)” on eventbrite.com.
Mowder Oyal, Akkomplisses, and Daoure Diongue: Album release show for Akkomplisses’ “Curious Kid.” ($17.19-$19.30) 6 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Fern and Moss Terrarium Workshop: Build a terrarium using ferns, moss, and vintage and mixed glassware. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com.
Saudade — Brazilian Samba Jazz: A Baltimore-based Brazilian samba jazz group. ($10-$25) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
West Wednesday: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and for all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. 7 p.m. virtually on the @westwednesday YouTube channel. For more information, go to westcoalition.com or follow @westwednesday on Instagram and Justice for Tyrone West on Facebook.
Benny B. Peterson Presents “The Maidenheads”: Benny B. Peterson discusses his debut novel, “The Maidenheads,” with Rahne Alexander. 10% of book sales at the event will be donated to Trans Maryland. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Thursday, July 16
Elijah’s Park Playdates: A weekly series for kids on Thursday mornings “designed to spark creativity, movement, and imagination outdoors.” Every third Thursday of the month focuses on arts and crafts. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Elijah’s Park, 301 Mission Boulevard. For more information, find “Baltimore Peninsula” on eventbrite.com.
29th Street Community Game Night: Join the fun at the 29th Street Bingo Bash. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
Cate Kennan, Deakin, Zach Levinson: Ambient/experimental. ($17.19-$19.30) 6 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Torches: An Emerging Writer’s Circle: A writing group for writers without a published book. 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, find “Torches: an Emerging Writer’s Circle” on eventbrite.com.
Classical Figure Drawing: This drop-in figure drawing course taught by Lydia Ethem is suitable for all skill levels. 18+ ($38-$43) 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Creative Alliance Creativity Center, 3137 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Baltimore Honky Tonk Presents: Wayne Hancock at Mobtown Ballroom: “A night of hard-driving honky tonk, western swing, and dance-floor magic.” ($22-$35) 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom and Café, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.
Corcoran Holt Quintet — Freedom of Art: Corcoran Holt is a Washington, D.C.-born bassist, composer, arranger, and educator whose roots span West African percussion and jazz tradition. ($15-$45) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Marie Ann Hedonia With Moth Broth, Simmone Wrath, and Sickle Cell: Modular synth. ($15) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Friday, July 17
Info Session for CCBC & MFB FoodWorks: Culinary Job Training Program at MFB-N: This FoodWorks program includes both academic classroom work along with hands-on food preparation experience in the Maryland Food Bank’s state-of-the-art Bauer Community Kitchen in Baltimore. Maryland residents only, except Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Maryland Food Bank, 2200 Halethorpe Farm Road. For more information, find “CCBC & Maryland Food Bank” on eventbrite.com.
A Reading With the Graduates of the University of Baltimore MFA: Albert Phillips Jr., Alicia Potee, Zahra Gordon, and other University of Baltimore Creative Writing and Publishing Arts MFA graduate students from the class of 2026 read new work at this event. 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
New World Man, Zinc, Qualms, Faith in Destruction, Summoned Skull: Presented by Point and Laugh Zine. ($15) 6 p.m. at Ottobar (Upstairs), 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Searching 4 Someone: A queer live dating show hosted by Muse (o) Fire. Followed by a dance party with sounds by GRL PWR. 21+ ($11.91-$27.75) 7 p.m. to midnight at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Bubble Tea and Cigarettes With Sleepy Sword: Dream pop. ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Spur of the Moment: Jazz/R&B. ($15-$55) 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Kenyatta: “An unforgettable night of live music blending R&B, Hip Hop, Jazz, Afrobeat, and more.” ($31.45) 8 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com/calendar.
Saturday, July 18
Baltimore Tassel: A miniature fringe comedy festival in Fells Point. ($17.85-$108.55) July 18 to 19 at Fells Point Corner Theatre, 251 S. Ann Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Tassel” on eventbrite.com.
DGS Summer Hiring Event: The Department of General Services is seeking heavy truck & equipment automotive mechanics, automotive maintenance workers, and building repairers at this drop-in hiring event. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Brooklyn Branch, 300 E. Patapsco Avenue. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Family Art Adventures: “This free, drop-in program is designed for children ages 0–5 and their favorite grown-ups.” 10 a.m. to noon at Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to artbma.org/events.
National Ice Cream Day Celebration: “A delightful, ice cream extravaganza to celebrate National Ice Cream Day.” (Free with museum admission) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Port Discovery, 35 Market Place. For more information, go to portdiscovery.org/visit/programs-events.
Brunch of Fools: A monthly drag brunch “where drag and daytime debauchery collide,” presented by Queer Clown House and hosted by Harley Noah. 18+ ($12.51) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Harley Noah” on eventbrite.com.
B.Willow Summer Camp: Fairy/Dino Gardens: Drop in to design your own fairy or dinosaur garden. ($17.85) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com.
Block Party!: The Walters Art Museum’s inaugural summer block party celebrates Baltimore’s boundless creativity through art, live music performances, and community. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events.
Heart of the 4th Music and Arts Festival: The second annual 4th District Summer Festival, presented by Motor House and Councilman Mark Conway. Noon to 11 p.m. at Dewees Park, 5501 Ivanhoe Avenue. For more information, find “The Office of Councilman Mark Conway” on eventbrite.com.
Lez Black Gurls Presents Lez Picnic: Enjoy games, eat snacks, and make connections at this outdoor event. Bring your own blanket, a snack to share, and sun protection. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at West Covington Park, 101 W. Cromwell Street. For more information, find “LezBlackGurls” on eventbrite.com.
Meltdown 2: A frozen dessert festival with a curated array of vendors. 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
BIPOC Hotties: Queer Quality Dating: Get matched up on mini dates with other BIPOC LGBTQIA+ folks. Suggested ages 28-55. ($39.19-$44.52) 5:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Evoken With Demiser, Ancient Death, Kontusion, Lathe, and DJ Filth Hound: Funeral doom. ($25) 6:30 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Yell At God, Crisp Lake, Rats In A Cage: Folk punk. ($10-$15) 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com/see-full-calandar.
John Wiswell Presents “The Dragon Has Some Complaints”: In John Wiswell’s heartfelt and humorous fantasy novel, a three-headed dragon finds family in the most unexpected of places. Wiswell will be joined by author Jo Miles. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Blu & Exile: “Time Heals Everything”: Emcees and musicians Blu and Exile recently collaborated on the hip-hop album “Time Heals Everything.” Featuring support from Quelle Chris, Ill Conscious, DJ-Sun, Ullnevano, B33, and RÆDA. ($22.70) 8 p.m to 2 a.m. at Mobtown Ballroom and Café, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.
Sunday, July 19
Bmore Cleanup Crew: HIIT, Harbor Cleanup & Social: Clean up Canton Waterfront Park and participate in a free 30-minute high intensity interval training workout. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Canton Waterfront Park, 3001 Boston Street. For more information, find “Bmore Cleanup Crew” on eventbrite.com.
Baltimore Plant Swap: A monthly exchange of plants, cuttings, and supplies. Noon to 5 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
“Mirror Mirror” Closing Reception and Artist Talk: “Amy Boone-McCreesh and Philadelphia-based artist Libby Rosa in a mixed-media exploration of how domestic traditions and decorative arts shape female identity.” 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Current Space, 421 N. Howard Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
“Homage to Baltimore”: A Quilting Exhibition Closing Reception & Artist Talk: An exhibition featuring a variety of Baltimore area quilt artists. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Current Space, 421 N. Howard Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Grammy Award-Winning Vocalist Patti Austin: Award-winning R&B, pop and jazz singer and songwriter Patti Austin has collaborated with artists such as James Ingram, Steely Dan and Quincy Jones. ($20-$85) 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Craft and Improv: Bring a craft to work on and watch a live improv show. ($17.85) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Highwire Improv, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, find “Craft&” on eventbrite.com.
Monday, July 20
Figure Drawing With Live Models: An optional half-hour class precedes this open drawing session with live models. ($17.85-$28.52) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Meander Art Bar, 1801 E. Lombard Street. For more information, find “Meander Art Bar” on eventbrite.com.
Tuesday, July 21
Black Youth Artist Fair: An educational and interactive event designed to connect Black creatives from Baltimore to resources to further enhance their careers. 1 p.m. at Shake & Bake Family Fun Center, 1601 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, find “the Black Arts District” on eventbrite.com.
Jason Loviglio With Aaron Henkin: “Empathy Machines”: “The first book-length treatment of This American Life, Empathy Machines identifies the public radio program as a central cultural institution in the evolution of empathy as a ‘liberal feeling’ central to podcast storytelling and the neoliberal era in which it developed.” Author Jason Loviglio will be joined by Aaron Henkin. 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
Feed Our Neighbors: Community Dinner: A free monthly community meal. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
Junius With Minsk: Rock. ($15) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Anne Helen Wells, Simonne Wrath, Dicqbeats, McMansion: Electronic. ($10) 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com/see-full-calandar.
Daniel Tutt and C. Derick Varn Present “The People Are Not One: Socialist Strategy After Left Populism”: “Through a sustained critique of left-populism, post-Marxist theory, and Democratic Party-oriented socialism, [Daniel] Tutt and [C. Derick] Varn show how the collapse of mass politics, alongside debates over the professional-managerial class and the atomization of working-class life, has produced a strategic impasse on the left.” 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Charles Funn & The Funn Band: The Music of John Coltrane: Charles Funn and The Funn Band pay tribute to jazz great John Coltrane. ($10-$25) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Wednesday, July 22
Banking & Budgeting (Build & Repair Personal Credit): In this session, you’ll learn key elements of banking and budgeting to help you manage your money more effectively, establish and maintain credit, and prepare for long-term financial freedom. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., virtual. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Wellness Wednesdays: “Give yourself space to breathe, reset, and untangle” at this biweekly mental wellness-focused gathering. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at MorganCARES, 2101 E. Biddle Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Hands-On Hive Inspection: Conduct an inspection of the beehives at the Black Butterfly Teaching Farm with Saj Dillard of Sajeeda Urban Farm. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Farm Alliance Black Butterfly Teaching Farm, 3901 W. Bay Avenue. For more information, find “Farm Alliance of Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
East Baltimore NAMI Connection Support Group: A free peer-led support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition or looking for mental health support. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at MorganCARES, 2101 E. Biddle Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Wednesday Night Cooking Class: A weekly cooking class with hands-on cooking tips and tasty recipes. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 29th Street Community Center, 300 E. 29th Street. For more information, find “The 29th Street Community Center” on eventbrite.com.
David Omotoso Stovall Presents “Engineered Conflict: Structural Violence and the Future of Black Life in Chicago”: David Omotoso Stovall’s latest book is an “exploration of how state policy displaces and isolates Black communities and how collective resistance creates spaces for working-class people of color to identify the true cause of conflict as capitalism and white supremacy.” 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Thursday, July 23
The Amazing Acro-Cats: A troupe of trained house cats perform feats of agility, as seen on Netflix. ($46-$78) July 9 to 26, show times vary, at Creative Alliance Theater, 3134 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to creativealliance.org/events.
Craft and Beer Social Club: Every other Thursday, join fellow crafters and craft beer enthusiasts for an evening of community and connections. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Stem & Vine Plant Bingo: Herb Your Enthusiasm: The Stem & Vine Plant Bingo series continues with a focus on herbs. ($17.85) 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Stem & Vine, 326 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Stem & Vine Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Chris M. Arnone Presents “My Name Was Baby: An Intersex Memoir”: Hear from Chris M. Arnone’s memoir about growing up intersex in Independence, Missouri. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Cheryl Fair Presents “Talk Teeny”: Join author Cheryl Fair as she discusses her “novel in linked vignettes that traces a childhood shaped by perception, instability, and constraint” with local writer Rahne Alexander. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com/events.
Friday, July 24
Tew Years Later: A public gathering of artists, storytellers, and community members hosted by Arts Collective and The Social Boot Network. ($7.18-$55.20) 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at SNF Parkway Theatre, 5 W. North Avenue. For more information, find “Arts Collective” on eventbrite.com.
Kenyatta: Jazz in the Garden: Jazz fusion. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Current Space, 421 Tyson Street. For more information, find “Current Space” on pools.events.
Something, Something, Poetry: “You Da Birthday” Edition: Open mic, live music, and food in honor of host Amber August’s birthday month. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Stem & Vine, 326 N. Charles Street. For more information, find “Amber August” on eventbrite.com.
Baltimore Beat Summer Jam and Legacy Gala: This year’s Baltimore Beat Summer Jam event honors members of the Baltimore community for their work preserving Black media with an awards gala and dinner. An after party will be hosted as well, for those unable to attend the gala. 21+ ($71.21-$215.26) 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. gala, 9 p.m. to midnight after-party at Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway. For more information, find “Baltimore Beat” on eventbrite.com.
Walter Beasley With Phillip “Doc” Martin: Jazz saxophone. ($15-$55) 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.
Craft and Trinkets: “Join Craft & in collaboration with the Village Learning Place and the Baltimore Trinket Library for a cozy afternoon of trinket crafting.” Under 16 with a parent or guardian. ($9.31) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Village Learning Place, 2521 Saint Paul Street. For more information, find “Craft&” on eventbrite.com.
Nova Koloso With Krime Slugs, Glorian, and Revvnant: Heavy psych. ($15) 7:30 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Saturday, July 25
Black Butterfly Farm Community Day: The Farm Alliance of Baltimore’s annual summer celebration. 10 a.m. to noon at Farm Alliance Black Butterfly Teaching Farm, 3901 W. Bay Avenue. For more information, find “Farm Alliance of Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Dandelion Wishes: A Closing Event: Dreamseeds (Hannah Brancato and Sanahara Ama Chandra) will lead a closing collaborative processional song circle, and ivy-weaving workshop in conjunction with the end of their six-week residency at BMA Lexington Market. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at BMA Lexington Market, 112 N. Eutaw Street. For more information, go to artbma.org/events.
Free Documentary Screening — “Not in Service”: A documentary film exploring the history of Baltimore’s dysfunctional public transit system and the recent cancellation of the Red Line. 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library — Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, find “Silent Media Group” on eventbrite.com.
Kojo Astronaut: An Afrofuturistic Performance by Afro House: “Afro House presents a Kojo Astronaut performance in connection with ‘Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture.’ Multi-talented artistic director, Scott Patterson, leads soulful operatic vocals and live instrumentation.” 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events.
Fête Champêtre: A luxurious garden party hosted by the Department of Recreation and Parks. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Middle Branch Park, 3301 Waterview Avenue. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
Indie Improv Mixer: Meet and network with other performers and team liaisons. 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at at Highwire Improv, 400 S. Conkling Street. For more information, find “Highwire Improv” on eventbrite.com.
Science Slam!: Baltimore Under Ground Science School hosts local scientists to discuss their work in five minutes or less. (Free-$12.51) 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bird In Hand, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Under Ground Science Space (BUGSS)” on eventbrite.com.
Queer Rodeo 2 — A Benefit For Trans Maryland: Live sets from Sparkle Carcass and Goatroper, with a DJ set from Trinity Forever and rodeo go-go Dancing from The Whore U Know. 21+ ($20) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
New Books in Graphic Medicine: Comics and Healthcare: Featuring the work of Maia Kobabe, Sarah Peitzmeier, Lisa Diedrich, Briana Martino, Elly Teman, Zsuzsa Berend, MK Czerwiec, A. David Lewis, Sydney Halpern, Laura Godfrey-Isaacs, Grace Farris, and more. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Chesapeake Shakespeare: “Romeo & Juliet”: The Chesapeake Shakespeare Company is bringing free performances of Romeo and Juliet to parks and public spaces across Maryland with Shakespeare Beyond. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rye Street Park, 201 E. Cromwell Street. For more information, find “Baltimore Peninsula” on eventbrite.com.
Skin Tight: Funk Soul Dance Party: DJed by Landis Expandis. ($5) 8 p.m. to midnight at Mobtown Ballroom & Café, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com/events-test.
Sunday, July 26
Writer’s Room Workshop: Join Esterline Vielot and Drake Johnson for an in-person co-writing session. ($14.64) 10 a.m. to noon at Urban Life Center, 3223 Eastern Avenue. For more information, find “Urban Life Center” on eventbrite.com.
Baltimore Bound Vintage: A Y2K-inspired vintage market. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at R. House Garage, 301 W. 29th Street. For more information, find @baltimoreboundvintage on Instagram.
Baltimore Record Bazaar: The ultimate vinyl market, with physical media for sale, DJs, and craft beer. Noon to 6 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Homewrecker, 50 Days at Illiam, Grail, Gist: Metalcore. ($10) 7 p.m. at Wax Atlas, 5523 Harford Road. For more information, go to shows.waxatlas.com/see-full-calandar.
Felicity With Roderik and Breezy Supreme: Hardcore/pop-punk. ($15) 7 p.m. at Metro Bmore, 1700 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to metrobmore.com/events.
Monday, July 27
Baltimore Improv Fest: The 17th annual improv comedy festival, featuring local and national performers. July 27 to August 2, times vary. For more information, go to bigimprov.org/shows.
Traffic Signal Reconstruction and Pedestrian Crossing Projects: The Department of Transportation is presenting plans for traffic signal reconstructions, pedestrian crossing beacons, ADA accessibility upgrades, and related roadway and sidewalk improvements in Districts 6, 7, 12, and 14. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Library — Walbrook Branch, 3203 W. North Avenue. For more information, baltimorecity.gov/events.
Tuesday, July 28
Gift Transport Inc. CDL-A Hiring Event: Looking for a career in the trucking industry? Join the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development for a CDL-A Hiring Event featuring regional and over-the-road driving opportunities. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., location announced after prescreening. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
25th Street to Get Rebuild: The Department of Transportation is rehabilitating 25th Street through Districts 12 and 14, and we want to hear from the neighbors who live and travel along it. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 901 E. 25th Street, or virtual. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/events.
NAMI West Baltimore Connection Support Group: A free peer-led support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition or looking for mental health support. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Factory, 5 N. Calhoun Street. For more information, find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.
Wednesday, July 29
Tropical Flask Terrarium Workshop: Build a tropical terrarium in a 1,000 or 2,000 mL scientific flask. ($55.20) 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at B.Willow, 220 W. 27th Street. For more information, go to bwillow.com.
Caroline Bock “The Other Beautiful People” and Michelle Brafman “Draw Near To Me”: “Join us for this conversation between two authors who write with energy and heart about finding our way through life’s challenging moments.” 6 p.m. at The Ivy Bookshop, 5928 Falls Road. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
The Great South African Jazz Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini Trio: Jazz pianist Nduduzo Makhathini is releasing a new album, “The Myth We Choose.” ($15-$45) 7 p.m. at Keystone Korner, 1350 Lancaster Street, or virtual. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com/tickets.