Wednesday, February 12
Transmasculine Social Hour: Join the DC Area Transmasculine Society for social hour. While primarily for transmasculine folks, you’re welcome to bring a friend and partner of any gender. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
West Wednesdays: 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. For more information, go to westcoalition.com, or follow West Wednesday on Instagram and Justice for Tyrone West on Facebook.
Saturday, February 15
Reconnecting Communities in West Baltimore Coalition Meeting: Join the Reconnecting Communities in West Baltimore Coalition for a discussion on the new year, new administration, and new partnerships. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 29 N. Smallwood Street. For more information, go to reconnectingwestbaltimore.org.
Revive & Thrive: Life-Saving Skills for a Safer Community: CareFirst Community Engagement is hosting a workshop on multiple life-saving skills. There are sessions on stopping blood loss, CPR, and overdose awareness. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, 3201 Tioga Parkway, Suite W. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec/.
BAP Baltimore Town-hall: Join BAP Baltimore for a town-hall. This town hall discussion topic: “Domestic Open Air Prisons: Maryland’s Internal Colonies.” Food and childcare provided. Masks required and provided. 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church, 1714 Madison Avenue. For more information, follow @bap_baltimore on Instagram.
BMORE Heart Healthy Festival: Join Jay’s Watermelonade for the first B’More Heart Healthy Festival. Healthy food and drinks, a resource fair, panel discussion, and more. 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Pava Marie LaPere Center for Entrepreneurship, 320 W. 29th Street, Suite 200. For more information, go to jayswatermelonade.com.
Sunday, February 16
Documentary Screening with JVP: Join Jewish Voice for Peace Baltimore for a screening of Al Jazeera’s “Investigating War Crimes in Gaza” documentary. 11 a.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Tuesday, February 18
Conference on Gun Violence on U.S. College and Universities: In the inaugural conference on gun violence, join Morgan State University’s School of Social Work for two days of discussions and workshops about ways to make safer communities. ($49.87) Feb. 18-19 at Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, 700 Aliceanna Street. For more information, go to morgan.edu/socialwork.
Blissful Body Yoga with Dee Satterfield: Blissful Body Yoga is made to creating a safe, inclusive space for Baltimoreans and DMV denizens to breath, meditate, and practice the art of yoga. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Village Learning Place Library, 2521 St. Paul Street. For more information, go to villagelearningplace.org/event.
Smooth Sailing: Automating Entrepreneur’s Busywork: Learn how to optimize your administrative tasks and shift your focus to the bigger picture for your business. Presentation by Impact Hub Baltimore’s Charlotte Clark. 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Impact Hub Baltimore, 10 E. North Avenue. For more information, go to baltimore.impacthub.net.
Wednesday, February 19:
“Where Baltimore Grows” Speaker Series: Plant and interior stylist Hilton Carter shares his interest in plants and how it changed his life. ($7.18) 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to cylburn.org.
DPOB Q1 Community Meeting: Join the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore for a discussion on traffic challenges and future beautification plans. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Downtown Partnership of Baltimore Office, 20 S. Charles Street 6th Floor. For more information, go to godowntownbaltimore.com.
Industry Social Club: BHM Edition: The Baltimore Museum of Industry hosts a monthly after-hours program of discussion and workshops around a specific theme. A cash bar and complimentary snacks will be there. This Wednesday’s topic: Black Voices of Baltimore. Registration required. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway. For more information, go to thebmi.org/event/industry-social-club.
Thursday, February 20
Baltimore History Evenings: This History Evening discusses the stalled redevelopment of Poppleton, the harms of urban renewal, and current and future solutions. In conversation with professor Nicole King and Poppleton NOW! President Sonia Eaddy. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Village Learning Place Library, 2521 St. Paul Street. For more information, go to villagelearningplace.org/event.
Amplified Voices Series: Voices from the Community: This discussion will focus on the challenges that marginalized groups face and the roles civil rights organizations play in making change. Food and drinks will be provided. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org/event.
“Black Panther Woman: The Political and Spiritual Life of Ericka Huggins” Book Talk: Author Mary Frances Phillips discusses her biography of Black Panther Party member Ericka Huggins, a queer Black woman who brought self-care practices to the Black Panther Party, as well as the intersection of gender, motherhood, and incarceration. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Grief & Gratitude: A Communal Support Space for Black MaGes: This is a communal support space for Black Marginalized Genders to explore the duality of grief and gratitude in life, as well as how to tend that grief. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Friday, February 21
Pratt Free Market: A judgment-free, accessible, and modern free grocery store. Customers can fill one library supply bag with groceries every Wednesday and Friday. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Enoch Pratt Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-5430.
Saturday, February 22
Budget Bureau FY26 Budget Forum: The Budget Forum is an event where residents can share their feedback on City services and the budget to City Hall leaders directly. 10 a.m. to Noon at The Star Spangled Banner Flag House, 844 E. Pratt Street. Registration required. For more information, go to bbmr.baltimorecity.gov/get-involved.
Horror Book Swap: Join Bmore Horror Club for a horror genre book swap. Hang out, eat, drink, and converse with fellow “fright-fans.” 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Wet City, 223 W. Chase Street. For more information, follow @bmore_horrorclub on Instagram.
Oral History Circle: Remembering Tom Miller: Gather for personal anecdotes, cherished memories, and reflections celebrating the life and legacy of Tom Miller. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to https://www.tommillerweek.org,
Sunday, February 23
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-two or three mile run. 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 to be added to their email list.
Monday, February 24
Baltimore City Council Meeting: Special meeting of the Baltimore City Council. 5 p.m. at Baltimore City Hall, 100 Holliday Street. For more information, go to baltimorecitycouncil.com or call 410-396-4804.
Tuesday, February 25
Public Board Meeting: Baltimore City Public Schools is hosting a Public Board Meeting at Digital Harbor High School. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 1100 Covington Street. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org/events.
Wednesday, February 26
Vital Perspectives on Healthcare and Science: As part of a series on pressing public health issues, professor Vijay Kolinjivadi and policy manager Aaron Vansintjan discuss their latest book on how to make ecology and environmental sustainability more accessible. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
“PROFILED” Documentary Screening with the West Coalition: Join Tawanda Jones and the West Coalition for a screening and discussion of Kathleen Foster’s “PROFILED.” This is a documentary about the impact of police brutality, and the mothers of victims who seek accountability. 6:30 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
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