Wednesday, September 20
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.
Wednesday Walk: Bees: A walk around the Cylburn’s gardens to learn about native bees with Sally Lent of the Interagency Native Bee Lab. Noon to 1 p.m. at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to: cylburn.org or call: 410-367-2217.
Baltimore City Commission on Sustainability Monthly Meeting: Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects, and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable, and more climate resilient. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to: baltimoresustainability.org or call: 410-396-7526.
Introduction to Homebuying Incentives Virtual Workshop: Learn which Baltimore City loan programs, down payment/closing cost funds, renovation projects, and tax credits you’re eligible for. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to: livebaltimore.com.
Men’s Rap: Wellness resources for the community, presented by the Pride Center of Maryland. Every first and third Wednesday of the month. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Druid Heights Community Center, 2140 McCulloh Street. For more information, go to:.pridecentermd.org or call: 443-873-0369.
Thursday, September 21
Rambling Readers: Join a novel walking book club that covers more than novels. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to: prattlibrary.org or call: 410-396‑5430.
Information Session for Community College of Baltimore County and Maryland Food Bank FoodWorks: This FoodWorks program includes academic classroom work and hands-on food preparation experience in the Maryland Food Bank’s state-of-the-art Bauer Community Kitchen. 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Virtual. For more information, call: 443-840-5840 or email: hospitalitycareers@ccbcmd.edu.
Friday, September 22
Bmore Historic 2023: A participant-led unconference for scholars, students, professionals, and volunteers. 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway. For more information, go to: bmorehistoric.org
Unity Park Grand Opening Celebration: Unity Park is a community-designed splash park built to provide West Baltimore residents with a safe place to gather, play, and enjoy the cooling power of water during the hot inner-city summer months. 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Unity Park, 2 North Fulton Avenue. For more information, go to: bonsecours.com or call: 410-801-5100.
Saturday, September 23
Child Birthing Class: In this workshop, students will learn and practice prop use, breathing and relaxation techniques, medication-free pain management, massage, imagery, and partner communication skills. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and connect with other expectant parents. 9:30 a.m. to noon at CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 South Clinton Street, Suite 100. For more information, go to: For more information, go to: carefirst.com/cec.
Say Their Name Event: Come together as a community to raise awareness, share stories, and demand justice for those who are no longer with us. It is a time to reflect, unite, and show solidarity. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Liberty Pavilion, Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to: letsthrivebaltimore.org.
Monday, September 25
Skillshares: Tap into the power of our Baltimore community! Join a peer-led workshop and walk away with practical skills that build up you, your business, and your community. 10 a.m. at Impact Hub Baltimore, 10 East North Avenue. For more information, go to: baltimore.impacthub.net.
Tuesday, September 26
NACAC College Fair: The National Association for College Admission Counseling invites all Baltimore City Schools students and families to this free college fair. 9 a.m. to noon and 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street. For more information, go to: nacacattend.org/fairs/attend.
Baltimore Tech Social Hour: A fun-filled event where tech enthusiasts can gather, connect, and share their passion for all things tech. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The Cube Cowork LLC, 4709 Harford Road. For more information, go to: thecubecowork.com or call: 410-616-9290.
Wednesday, September 27
Center for Families, Children, and the Courts Symposium: Join us to discuss the impact of family separation and collectively brainstorm about how we keep families intact and support their health and well-being. 8 a.m. University of Baltimore, John and Frances Angelos Law Center, 1401 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: law.ubalt.edu/centers/cfcc.
Thursday, September 28
2023 Safe Sleep Summit: This summit is aimed at reviewing local data, best practices, and strategies for how birthing hospitals and health care providers can prevent sleep-related infant death in Baltimore. Noon to 5 p.m. at Vollmer Center, 4915 Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to: healthybabiesbaltimore.com.
Friday, September 29
Maryland Black Perinatal Health & Reproductive Justice Summit: A two-day summit to build and cultivate intentional relationships, learn together, make meaning, and work towards holistic care and reproductive justice through radical imagination. Registration is $150. Sept. 29-30 at Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, 700 Aliceanna Street. For more information, go to mdblackperinatalhealthrj.splashthat.com.
(Re)Valuing Black Baltimore Exhibit Opening & Genealogy Talk: Christine Iko, a librarian in the African-American department of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, will speak about how and where to begin your genealogical research. The discussion is open to new and experienced genealogists. 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Homewood Museum, 3400 North Charles Street. For more information, go to: museums.jhu.edu/homewood-museum.
Saturday, September 30
Baltimore Community Science Lab Open House: Stop by and get a tour, talk to members and volunteers, and discover what the community science lab has to offer. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Baltimore Under Ground Science Space, 101 North Haven Street #105 B. For more information, go to: bugssonline.org.
For the People Community Healing and Enrichment Circles: Explore topics of the historically marginalized, i.e., racism and race-based trauma and the mental health of the traditionally oppressed. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at TNAT Holistic Wellness Center, 5525 Harford Road. For more information, go to: templeofnat.org or call: 410-777-5020.
11th Annual Baby Buggy Walk: A fundraiser event for Baltimore Healthy Start to raise awareness of the cause of infant mortality. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pulaski Monument at Patterson Park, the intersection of Eastern and Linwood. For more information, go to: baltimorehealthystart.org or call: 410-675-2125.
Solidarity Social: Learn about Tubman House’s grocery delivery program. 3 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to: redemmas.org.
Black To The Future: The Baltimore Scene curates and hosts a networking and social event for Black creatives, activists, businesses, and community members. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Arch Social Club, 2426 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, go to: thebaltimorescene.org.
Monday, October 2
Baltimore City Council Meeting: Meeting of the council. 5 p.m. at Baltimore City Hall, 100 North Holliday Street. For more information, go to: baltimorecitycouncil.com or call: 410-396-4804.
MOMCares: Reclaiming Me Through Belly Therapy: An in-person belly therapy class with D. Amaadi on the first Monday of every month. Yoga mats will be provided. 6 p.m. at MOMCares, 1101 West Pratt Street. For more information, go to: momcares.org or call 443-889-0930.
Wednesday. October 4
Baltimore Climate Action Plan Public Comment Virtual Meeting: Share your feedback on the draft of the next Baltimore Climate Action Plan. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to: baltimoresustainability.org or call: 410-396-7526.
Mental Health in Communities of All Colors: A Kennedy Krieger Conversation: Join the Enoch Pratt Free Library in welcoming the Kennedy Krieger Institute for a program around literacy and childhood development. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. To join virtually, visit the Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Facebook or YouTube page. For more information, go to: prattlibrary.org or call: 410-396‑5430.