Wednesday, August 27
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.
“The Harm Reduction Gap” Book Talk: Join author Sheila P. Vakharia and the Maryland Alliance for Sensible Drug Policy for a discussion on the benefits and practices of harm reduction. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Friday, August 29
Computer Classes at Open Works: Pratt Anywhere are bringing their computer expertise to Open Works for some digital learning. This class will go over resume writing and job searching. Registration is required. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Open Works, 1400 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, follow @open_works_bmore on Instagram.
Aesthetic Fridays: M.A.P. Technologies is here to bring an evening of gaming goodness. Enter tournaments with cash prizes, play tabletop games, and have unlimited access to retro games. ($12.51) 7 p.m. at M.A.P. Technologies, 322 W. Baltimore Street. For more information, go to mapgametech.com.
Saturday, August 30
Skate Day @ BMI Farmers Market: Celebrate Skate Day in the coolest skate city of the United States. Grind and shred at the Baltimore Museum of Industry’s Farmers’ Market while shopping from local skate vendors and businesses. Your steez will shoot through the roof by attending. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The BMI Farmers’ Market, 1415 Key Highway. For more information, go to thebmi.org/programs-and-happenings.
5th Annual Sankofa Children’s African Festival & “Day of Kindness”: Join Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures for their annual celebration of African heritage. Enjoy traditional African food, watch live cultural performances, and shop from vendors. ($5) 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Sankofa Children’s Museum of African Cultures, 4330 Pimlico Road. For more information, find “SANKOFA CHILDREN’S AFRICAN FESTIVAL” on Eventbrite.
BLK ASS FOODIE [NITE] MARKET: Join the Blk Ass Flea Market for a night market of good eats. Cocktails made by The Stylish Bartender, music by cash.liss and Queen HD the DJ, as well as local artists. 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Whitelock Community Farm, 930 Whitelock Street. For more information, follow @blkassfleamkt on Instagram.
Sunday, August 31
Run/Walk for Palestine: Join Runners4Justice on Sundays to run/walk for Palestine. All paces are welcome. Routes will be provided with options for a 1.5-2-mile walk or 3-mile run. Meet up at 8:15 a.m., run/walk starts at 8:30 a.m. Locations vary — for more information, follow Runners4Justice on Facebook and Instagram or email runners4justicebalt@gmail.com to be added to their email list.
Dreamers & Make-Believers Clothing Swap: Dreamers & Make-Believers invites you for their gender-affirming clothing swap. With an emphasis on plus sizes and queer-affirming items, anyone can bring adult clothing of any size or season. Any leftover items will be donated to The Skylight Boutique. 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Dreamers & Make-Believers, 400 S. Highland Avenue. For more information, go to dreamersbmore.com/pages/events.
Monday, September 1
Charles Village Chess Night: “Every Monday, Charles Village Chess Club hosts a Chess Night at Peabody Heights Brewery.” All skill and experience levels are welcome. 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Peabody Heights Brewery, 401 E. 30th Street. For more information, go to peabodyheightsbrewery.com/events.
Wednesday, September 3
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.
BLK Tech Mixer: VC Edition: This BLK Tech Mixer will feature entrepreneur Luke Cooper, over 100 tech professionals, music from DJ Blaqstarr, music bingo and more. If you’re looking to break into tech, this is the mixer for it. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Bar Vegan, 2424 Distillery Street Suite 2123. For more information, go to blktechconnect.com.
Building Equitable Futures: The Maryland Community Investment Corporation is hosting a regional gathering in the real estate field to make community investment and neighborhood revitalization much more equitable. Includes light refreshments and an appearance from Comptroller Brooke Lierman. Space is limited, please register. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, go to ndc-md.org.
Friday, September 5
Open House Fridays: “Step inside Baltimore’s hidden gem. Tour La Familia Soundstage every Friday … and explore our venue.” This walkthrough features light refreshments, giveaways, and a look at how they set up for events. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at La Familia Soundstage, 836 Guilford Avenue. For more information, go to lafamiliasoundstage.com.
Queernesseseseses Mural Dedication Party: Celebrate the dedication of a LGBTQIA+ mural on Fayette Street. Enjoy the party with music by Fern, caricature drawings by Shae, a Queer Mini Market, and free resources. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bmore Liberated, 156 N. Lakewood Avenue. For more information, go to artofsolidarity.org or email maria@artofsolidarity.org.
Saturday, September 6
2nd Annual Children’s Veg Fest: Families are invited for a day of vegan-food delicacies, cooking demos, gardening workshops, live performances, and more. Learn about the power of vegetables in this edutaining evening. Registration recommended. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Weinberg Y in Waverly, 900 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to blackvegsociety.org.
3rd Annual Joint Block Party: Knotty Pine Baltimore brings back their annual Joint Block Party to bring together Brewers Hill, Canton, and Highlandtown. With music by SoulTET, Here’s to the Night, and DJ Allure, and food by Knotty Pine, Good Boy Bagels, and Glizzy’s Wagyu Dogs. ($10 adults, kids are free) noon to 9 p.m. at 801 S. Conkling Street. For more information, go to knottypinebmore.com.
“Tell Her Story” Book Talk: Author LaShawn Harris and UMBC professor Michelle R. Scott are discussing the 1984 murder of Eleanor Bumpers and how it birthed the modern anti-policing movement. The book pulls from eyewitness accounts, legal documents, and more. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Sunday, September 7
2025 Community Crew at Oliver Community Farm: Join The 6th Branch at Oliver Community Farm to help maintain and clean the farm. Wear closed toe-shoes, bring a hat and water, and submit a volunteer waiver in advance. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 1325 N. Bond Street. For more information, go to the6thbranch.org/volunteer.
Baltimore Abolition Movement General Meeting: Interested in abolishing Johns Hopkins’ police force? Join BAM and get involved in the movement. RSVP for the Zoom link. 5 p.m. virtual. For more information, follow @baltimoreabolitionmovement on Instagram.
Monday, September 8
Our Time Kitchen Fall & Winter Demo: Enoch Pratt Free Library and Our Time Kitchen partner up for a culinary workshop and demo. Witness the kitchen’s step-by-step process on how they make one of their favorite meals. Registration is required. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Our Time Kitchen, 117 W. 24th Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.