By Tierra Stone
AFRO Intern
tierrastone@afro.com
As summer continues to heat up, the AFRO has compiled a list of events perfect for the entire family to enjoy—take a look at what’s happening near you!
Photo Credit: Courtesy photo
Baltimore
Mayor Brandon Scott’s Back-To-School Kick Off
As the summer quickly comes to a close, make sure to bring your family and friends to this back-to-school annual event. All supplies and backpacks are free, but your child must be with you at the event at the time of pickup.
There will be free haircuts and free hair braiding services on a first come first serve basis. In addition, family and community resources will be available, along with live entertainment. Registration on Eventbrite required to receive a backpack and haircut services.
Date: Aug. 24
Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: War Memorial Plaza (Parking Lot)
100 Holliday Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Cost: Free
First Annual You Need a Job Fair
This event will give attendees an opportunity to meet employers in the healthcare, security, warehouse, hospitality and manufacturing sectors. There will be on-the-spot interviews, free resume workshops and career advice sessions.
Date: Aug. 27
Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: 1404 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Cost: Free
We Our Us 10k Power Unity Engagement Men’s Movement
The 10k Power Unity Engagement Men’s Movement is hosting a life coach event for middle schoolers, highschool students and young adults. This event will consist of job training and opportunities, trauma coaching, recreation and fatherhood sessions.
Date: Every Tuesday in August
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: 5011 Arbutus Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
Cost: Free
Back To School: Hair and School Supplies Event
Local hair salon Brandish Beauty Queen will host its first annual back-to-school event. There will be on site barbers and stylists that will get kids ready for the school year, along with free school supplies ranging from notebooks, pencils, crayons, markers and binders.
The hair services that will be offered are: fades, temps, undercuts, retwist, cornrows and jumbo plaits and twists, but clients must arrive with their hair already washed, as that service will not be offered.
Date: Aug. 22
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: 4449 Bel Air Road
Baltimore, MD 21206
Cost: Free
Coppin State University Summer Concert Series
Coppin State University will continue hosting their summer concert series for all alumni, family and friends. Be sure to bring your own lawn chairs, food and beverages. There will be vendors on site. Don’t forget to register here: e.givesmart.com/events/CYh/.
Date: Aug. 22
Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Coppin State University
2500 West North Avenue (South Quad)
Baltimore, MD 21216
Cost: Free
Voter Registration Training
Join the Baltimore Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to learn the ropes of registering voters and receiving a certification to do so. This event will also occur on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 11 a.m. Register at bit.ly/BAC_Vote.
Date: Aug. 24
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Delta Community Center
2501 Springhill Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21215
Cost: Free
Virtual
Flourishing in Wellness Webinar Series
This virtual event will be moderated by Tracie Daniels, founder of Our Sister’s Circle. Keynote speakers for this event are Jamie Cook, retired army veteran, and Janine Horne, owner of Zen Well Studio. This event will give attendees the opportunity to learn coping skills, utilizing support systems, wellness strategies to thrive amidst change and discover techniques to increase your adaptability.
Date: Aug. 15
Time: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: oursisterscircle.org (Link will be provided upon registration)
Cost: Free
Baltimore County
The Worcester County and Recreation and Parks Department will host a three-day county fair, beginning on Aug. 9.. The weekend will be filled with plenty of fun for the whole family to enjoy. There will be food vendors, a horse show and a live performance by the Jimmy Charles Band.
Date: Aug. 9 – Aug. 11
Time: Friday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 9.pm.; Sunday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: John Walter Smith Park
6030 Public Landing Road
Snow Hill, MD 21863
Cost: Free
Kettering Largo and Mitchellville Health Fair
This family day event will consist of health assessments as well as children’s activities such as face painting, a moon bounce and pony rides. The day will also include a fashion show and live performances from the metropolitan area. There will also be local craft and food vendors from the surrounding area.
Date: Aug. 10
Time: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Largo High School
505 Largo Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Cost: Free
Bring your family and friends and learn about life with interactive games about life in the 1800s. Attendees are allowed into the Woodlawn Museum to play other games, too.
Date: Aug. 10
Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park
16501 Norwood Road
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Cost: Free
Community Care: Mental Health in Maryland
The Maryland Office of the Public Defender will host a virtual legislative briefing and panel discussion with information regarding emergency petitions, incompetency to stand trial proceedings and cases where a person is found to not be criminally responsible. The office will explain how these processes of each procedure and how solution based bills use funding effectively.
Date: Legislative Briefing
Aug. 20
Time: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Watch on Facebook from the Maryland Public Defender’s page
Panel Discussion at Trinity United Methodist Church
Aug. 27
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
703 West Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Cost: Free
Washington D.C.
Caribbean Sports and Family Day Festival
This event is perfect for the entire family with activities such as soccer, cricket, dodgeball, tug-of-war, face painting and so much more. There will be food vendors, entertainment and live DJs. Make sure to stay hydrated and bring your sunscreen.
Date: Aug. 10
Time: 11 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: The Fields at RFK Campus
401 Oklahoma Avenue
Northeast Washington, D.C. 20002
Cost: Free
Irreverent Warriors Silkies Hike
This Silkies Hike is for veterans, active duty, national guard and reservists. The main purpose of this event is to improve mental health and to prevent veteran suicide. No minors, civilians, pets or strollers are allowed to attend.
The hike consists of 4-10 miles and is paced between two and three miles per hour. Don’t forget to bring your sunscreen, headgear, photo I.D., water, medical supplies and extra socks. Check out the website for more information at irreverentwarriors.com.
Date: Aug. 10
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Parking Lot A
971 Ohio Drive
Southwest Washington, D.C. 20024
Cost: $5
B.B.B. Sundays at Calico: Bingo Burgers and Beer
Every Sunday of the month there will be free bingo at Calico’s indoor bar. Attendees can play to win prizes. There will also be exclusive discounts for the Calico signature burger, fries and a pint of their special beer for $16.
Date: Aug. 11
Time: 7 p.m – 9 p.m.
Location: Calico
50 Blagden Alley
Northwest Washington, D.C. 20001
Cost: Free
Virginia
Serving Together, Creating Together
This exhibition will showcase the work of active duty military, veterans and their families by honoring their bravery and dedication. This event will host a large body of work from the past two years from the Workhouse Military Initiative.
Date: Aug. 11
Time: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Workhouse Arts Center (Muse Gallery)
9518 Workhouse Way
Lorton, VA 22079
Cost: Free
Job Fair
If you’re looking for a job in Washington D.C., this event is perfect for you. Hiring managers for industries ranging from accounting, public administration, beauty and cosmetics, construction and so much more will be on site. Make sure to dress professionally, update your resume and put your best foot forward to stand out amongst the crowd.
Date: Aug. 14
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston
4610 Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203
Cost: Free
Dare to Lead Differently: Book Release and Signing
Come join Twanda E. Young at Busboys and Poets for a book signing of her new book “Dare to Lead Differently: Chew on This…16 Bites for Bold Leaders.” You do not want to miss out on being inspired and tapping into the leader that you are meant to become.
Date: Aug. 16
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Busboys and Poets
4251 Campbell Avenue
Arlington, VA 22206
Cost: Free
Bring your lawn chair and favorite blanket and enjoy a free movie showing of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” Popcorn and drinks will be available while supplies last.
Date: Aug. 16
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Location: Big Gem Park
736 4th Street
Shenandoah, VA 22849
Cost: Free
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