Wednesday, May 21
“This Could Be Forever” Book Talk: Author Ebony LaDelle discusses her book about burgeoning young romance between a Black girl and Nepali boy set at the University of Maryland, College Park. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Road. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-1168.
Yarn and Yap at Bird in Hand: Cross-Stitch Edition: Interested in the art of yarn making? Join Bird in Hand barista GK for a lesson in the cross-stitch pattern. No experience needed, cross-stitch kits are available for purchase, or bring your work-in-progress. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bird in Hand Coffee & Books, 11 E. 33rd Street. For more information, go to theivybookshop.com/events.
Live Jazz & Wine Tasting: A a groovy evening filled with live jazz tunes and wine tasting. ($12.51) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at City Roots, 402 N. Howard Street. For more information, message City Roots on Eventbrite.
John Waters Screenplay Signing: John Waters signs the first of three screenplays that will be released this year. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Atomic Books, 3618 Falls Road. For more information, go to atomicbooks.com or call 410-662-4444..
Thursday, May 22
One-Piece Fruit Workshop: Intro to Foam Clay: Attendees will learn the basics of working with foam clay. Using sculpting, painting, and sealing tools and techniques, attendees can make and take home their own Devil Fruit, as seen in the hit manga “One Piece.” 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Roland Park Branch, 5108 Roland Avenue. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org or call 410-396‑5430.
Community Paint Visioning Session: Creative Nomads and Afro Charities partnered to create a mural tribute to Afro Charities and want your input and ideas. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Furman L. Templeton Preparatory Academy, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue. For more information, follow @afrocharities on Instagram or go to afrocharities.org.
The Syllabus: A conversation on truth and modern journalism. 7 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, follow @fourtenmgmt on Instagram or go to motorhousebaltimore.com.
Rock Dance Punk Art Party: Music by Waterbug and Barnyard Sharks. Live art by Jes Rachella and Bridget Cimino. ($10) 8 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street or call 410-662-0069. For more information, go to theottobar.com.
Friday, May 23
Scout Art Fair: The fair will feature 40 solo artist booths and 6 gallery booths, with artwork priced between $150 and $5,000. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sales will benefit BOPA programs.. May 23 to 25 at the War Memorial Building at 101 N. Gay Street. For more information, go to artscape.org.
Upendo “For the Love of It All” Album Release Party: Celebrate the release of Woody’s debut album. ($20-$25) 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Current Space, 421 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to currentspace.com.
Saturday, May 24
Artscape 2025: A two-day, free arts and culture festival, featuring music, public art installations, film, and more. May 24 to May 25 in downtown Baltimore. For more information, go to artscape.org.
“Preserving Your Family History” Workshop: Join archivist Xavier Walker for a journey through family history. Reconnect and remember, then record family histories for future generations. Registration encouraged. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at BMA Lexington Market, 112 N. Eutaw Street. For more information, go to artbma.org/events.
Youth Art Therapy Session: Join the Park Heights Community Health Alliance for a free kids art therapy session. This vibrant, family-friendly event invites the community to come together through the healing power of fluid art. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Park Heights Community Health Alliance, 4151 Park Heights Avenue. For more information, go to parkheightshealth.com.
Trans Writing Workshop: Join Lilac Peril for a free writing workshop. This workshop is for trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit writers of all experiences levels.The topic of this workshop is on futures, and reimagining the futures and freedoms you want. Participants will leave with a first draft of a poem and personal journal entries. 2 p.m., virtual. For more information, follow @lilacperil on Instagram.
Eze Jackson’s Artscape Afterparty: Baltimore Beat’s Eze Jackson hosts an Artscape afterparty, with sounds from DJ Duke, DJ Clutch, DJ Sun, Ducky Dynamo, and Midnight Club Collective, and performances by Miss Kam, Wish Granted, Jahiti, TSU Terry, and Apex Tha Genius. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Ikonic Live, 316 Guilford Avenue. For more information, follow @ezewriter on Instagram.
Sunday, May 25
Wide Angle Film Screening & Panel: Join Wide Angle Youth Media for a screening of short films created by their apprentices. After the screening, engage in a panel discussion with filmmakers Jashawn, Science, and Tyree. 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Ikonic Live, 316 Guilford Avenue. For more information, follow @wideangleyouthmedia on Instagram.
“A Night for Micah” Memorial Concert & Fundraiser: This evening, celebrate the life, legacy, and contributions of vocalist Micah Smith in this memorial concert. Proceeds will benefit Smith’s family.( $15-$30) 5 p.m. at Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster Street. For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com or call 410-946-6726..
Midnight In Bloom with Frenchie Davis: Watch Broadway performer Frenchie Davis sing her heart out. First come, first served. 9 p.m. to midnight at Hotel Ulysses Bloom’s, 2 E. Read Street. For more information, go to artscape.org.
Thursday, May 29
We Give Black: A 3-day communal gathering rooted in idea exchange, narrative building, and community celebration. ($209.93 and up) May 29 to May 31 at Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames Street. For more information, go to cllctivly.org.
“Through Our Eyes” Exhibition Reception: Join the Walters Art Museum for a teen photography exhibition. Enjoy light refreshments and watch the work of teens’ art as taught to them by artist-photographer Schaun Champion. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events or call 410-547-9000.
Kreative Keynotes: A live panel discussion featuring your favorite artists and creatives. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Motor House Baltimore, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, follow @thekonfessionkorner on Instagram.
Friday, May 30
The Lost Weekend: Greedy Read’s “Lost Weekend” makes a return. Featuring authors Susan Choi, Yrsa Daley-Ward, Jean Grae, Rachel Khong, Tochi Onyebuchi, Dolen Perkins-Valdez, and many more. May 30 to June 1 at Greedy Reads Remington, 320 W. 29th Street. For more information, go to greedyreads.com.
“Extra Credit” Film Screening: Curated by Zara Kahan, this night of movie viewing features short films by Asian and Asian American filmmakers in the Baltimore-DC area. Watch lyrical documentaries, visual essays, narratives and more. 7 p.m. at The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Parkway, 5 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to parkway.eventive.org/schedule.
Saturday, May 31
Top of the Morning Party Baltimore: An exciting morning packed with drinks, food, live entertainment, and great company. ($58.51) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Belize Rooftop, 316 Guilford Avenue. For more information message Top Of The Morning By Hfrinks & 856Chris on Eventbrite.
Asia North 2025 Closing Event: Celebrate the conclusion of Asia North 2025 with performances by Chinese guqin player Iisa Yin, The Fictonals, SilverCity, and music by Hon Jao Violin. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Motor House, 120 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to towson.edu/campus/artsculture/centers/asianarts.
SAPPHOS | A Queer Speed Dating Event: A cosmic singles dating experience where astrology and romance collide. ($12-$24) 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom and Cafe, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to mobtownballroom.com.
Sunday, June 1
Queer Art Hang June 2025: Be queer and make art. 1 p.m. at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Caribbean Heritage Month Celebration: Enjoy a Caribbean Heritage Month celebration with The T and T Steel Drum Orchestra, DJ Super Slice, and DJ Blac Poet. ($15) 7:30 p.m. at Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com.
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