Wednesday, July 30
West Wednesdays: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. For more information, go to facebook.com/justicefortyronewest.
Guided Somatic Movement – Finding Your Groove: An activating movement session that is about settling into the natural rhythm of your body through musical connection and movement. 6 p.m. at The Observatory at Patterson Park, 27 S. Patterson Park Avenue. For more information, go to whatareyougrowingthru.com/services.
Thursday, July 31
Community Resource Fair – Baltimore City: Free health screenings, job resources and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 600 S. Conkling Street. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Friday, August 1
Summer Block Party at The Mall in Columbia: Crafts, giveaways, music, and more. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Mall in Columbia, 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway. For more information, go to themallincolumbia.com.
Saturday, August 2
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. Registration required. 10:30 a.m. to noon at Sheppard Pratt Gibson Building Room 200, 1 Friends Lane in Towson. For more information, go to namibaltimore.org.
Reservoir Hill Resource Fair and Music Festival: Enjoy a day of live music, local resources, food, and family fun. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Saint Francis Neighborhood Center, 2405 Linden Avenue. For more information, go to stfranciscenter.org.
Upton/Penn North Community Engagement Day: A day of community healing and restoration. Noon to 4 p.m. at Triangle Park, the corner of Bloom Street and Fremont Avenue. For more information, call 410-801-8910 or email Nikkismith11@gmail.com.
Henrietta Lacks Mural Community Paint Day: Celebrate the life and legacy of Henrietta Lacks at this community paint day. Noon to 4 p.m. at 800 North Washington Street. For more information, go to nosremebaltimore.org.
Annual “Taste of Africa” Buffet Event: Enjoy another year of a flavorful journey through the five regions of Africa at this all-you-can-eat fundraiser. ($33.85-$92.55) 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures, 4330 Pimlico Road. For more information, go to sankofakids.org.
Sunday, August 3
Run/Walk for Palestine: Join Runners4Justice on Sundays to run/walk for Palestine. We know that we are all connected, from Baltimore to Palestine, across the country and around the world, and none of us are free until all of us are free. All paces welcome! Routes will be provided with options for two, three, or four miles. Meet up at 9:15 a.m.; run/walk starts at 9:30. Locations vary. For more information, follow Runners4Justice on Facebook and Instagram, or email runners4justicebalt@gmail.com.
2025 Community Crew at Oliver Community Farm: Help maintain the farm. Be sure to wear closed toe-shoes, sunscreen, and hat and bring plenty of water. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Oliver Community Farm, 1325 North Bond Street. For more information, go to the6thbranch.org.
Monday, August 4
Yo Baltimore Hiring and Resource Fair: For young adults ages 18-24. On-the-spot registration will be available. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition, 1212 N. Wolfe Street. For more information, go to moed.baltimorecity.gov/youth-services.
Police Accountability Board Meeting: This meeting of the Police Accountability Board for Baltimore City will be held via Zoom from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, go to civilrights.baltimorecity.gov/meetings-1.
Tuesday, August 5
B-360 Sound of Summer Dirt Bike/Stem Camp: A safe, fun space to explore dirt bike riding and STEM. Open to all ages. No previous riding experience necessary. Tuesdays through Fridays. ($25-$75) 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, go to tinyurl.com/b360SOS2025.
Book Giveaway: Bess the Book Bus is coming to Baltimore. New books, all ages. Noon to 2 p.m. at Herring Run Park Movie Shed, 3900 Belair Road. For more information, go to @BessTheBookBus on Facebook and Instagram.
Wednesday, August 6
Board of Estimates Meeting: 9 a.m. at City Hall in the Board of Estimates Chambers, 100 N. Holliday Street. For more information, go to comptroller.baltimorecity.gov/boe.
Tech of the Future: The LET’S GO Teen Science Cafe is hosting an event about the future of technology. Get your 12-19 aged kid(s) interested in STEM with deep dives into robotics, 3D printing, CAD design, and more. 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at The Garage at R. House, 301 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to letsgowithstem.org.
Thursday, August 7
Baltimore City WIC Program Breastfeeding Event & Baby Resource Fair: This event connects Baltimore City families with community services, resources, and information to support and sustain their parenting journey. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Village at Mondawmin, 3201 Tioga Parkway, Suite W. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Friday, August 8
Stop the Genocide in Gaza Vigil: Join organizer Kim Jensen and Jewish Voice for Peace Baltimore to hold space and express grief and anger for Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the corner of E. 33rd and Hillen Road at Lake Montebello. For more information, email Baltimore2Palestine@gmail.com.
Jubilee Jam: Join Jubilee Arts Baltimore for their Love Thy Neighbor(hood) Block Party. Music, games, art activities, community resources, and more will be there. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Harris-Marcus Center, 1947 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, follow @jubileearts1 on Instagram or go to arts.jubileeartsbaltimore.org.
Saturday, August 9
Monthly Wellness Walk with Project Healthy Communities: A wellness walk and community stroll around Lake Montebello. 9 a.m. to noon at Lake Montebello, Lake Montebello Drive. For more information, go to projecthealthycommunity.org.
2025 Summers In The 7th Block Party: A free community event designed to encourage healthy lifestyles and connect local Baltimore residents. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Edenbridge PACE of West Baltimore, 3201 Tioga Parkway. For more information, go to infinitelegacy.org.
Granite Woods Community Day: Food, face painting, inflatables, games, and prizes. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Granite Woods Court, Woodlawn. For more information, go to communitychurchmd.com.
Sunday August 10
Komite Ayiti’s 2025 Haitian Caribbean Festival: Lively music, delicious food, and colorful performances that showcase the diversity and beauty of the Haitian and Caribbean traditions. 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Observatory at Patterson Park, East Lombard Street. For more information, email info@komiteayiti.org.
Monday, August 11
Baltimore City Health Department Virtual Naloxone Training: This training session aims to remove stigma from addiction and teach how to save a life with Naloxone. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. virtually. For more information, go to health.baltimorecity.gov/fighting-stigma-education.
Tuesday August 12
“The Right of the People” Book Launch: In this book launch celebration and discussion, join author Osita Nwanevu, The Nation DC Bureau Chief Chris Lehmann, and editor-in-chief of The Real News Network Maximillian Alvarez for a talk on the fractured nature of American democracy, and how to make the “American Dream” apply for all. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Baltimore City Schools Virtual Board Meeting: A meeting of the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners. 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Virtual. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org/events.
Wednesday, August 13
Octavia Butler Part 2: Lessons from The Parables: Join Baltimore Racial Justice Action as they discuss the important lessons and messages from Octavia Butler’s legendary series. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 4MLK, 4 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard. For more information, go to bmoreantiracist.org.