Wednesday, April 9
Wu Wednesday: Sounds of Baltimore DJs present ’80s through early 2000s hip-hop, R&B and reggae music. 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at The Point in Fells, 1738 Thames Street. For more information, follow @wuwednesdaysbaltimore on Instagram.
“Free For All” Documentary Screening: Join the Enoch Pratt Free Library for a documentary screening of “Free For All: The Public Library.” This documentary shows the journey of librarians and women who made the library system what it is today. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Enoch Pratt Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Thursday, April 10
A Deep House of Soulful Vision: Join the Baltimore Museum of Art for the fifth annual Donald V. Bentley Memorial Lecture. This night features an address from Franklin Sirmans, Baltimore art fixture Dr. Leslie King Hammond, and abstract painter Terry Thompson. Food and drink provided. 6:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to artbma.org/events.
Ultimate Rapping Competition Championship Round: Watch the grand finale of this teenage rapping cypher championship. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
“Toxic Overburden” Exhibition Opening: Join The Peale for the opening reception of “Toxic Overburden.” This exhibit explores Curtis Bay’s 100+ years subjection to environmental violence and how the community is pushing back. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Peale, 225 Holliday Street. For more information, go to thepeale.org/upcoming-events.
Friday, April 11
“I Used to Think I Had Been Relieved Of Desire” Exhibition Reception: Join MICA for the closing reception of “I Used to Think I Had Been Relieved Of Desire” Featuring photographs by Sara Hinterlong, this art exhibit shows the spaces queer people carved out in the Deep South. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at MICA Main O Gallery, 1300 W. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, go to mica.edu/events-exhibitions/events-calendar.
Che Che & Friends Lingerie Comedy Show: Comedian Che Che will bring east coast comedians for one night of laughs and lingerie. 21+ ($33.85) 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at La Familia Soundstage, 836 Guilford Avenue. For more information, go to purplehoneymusic.com.
Saturday, April 12
Drop-in Art Making: Collaborative Collage Quilt: Work with other artists of all ages and abilities in creating a quilt square using collage techniques. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to thewalters.org/events, or call 410-547-9000.
MoreThanHype Film Screening: Join Baltimore Museum of Art at Lexington Market for an exclusive screening of hip-hop documentary “MoreThanHype.” 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at BMA Lexington Market, 112 N. Eutaw Street. For more information, go to artbma.org/events.
Candle Making Workshop: Join the Govans branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library for a candle making class. Attendees will select a scent and take home a candle. Registration recommended. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library – Govans Branch, 5714 Bellona Avenue. For more information and where to register, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org, or call 410-396-6098.
Punk Rap Tour: Enjoy Punk Rap with Kool Keith and MC Homeless. Featuring DJ Halo, J Stylez, and Marc Live with Vans_Westly. ($20) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe, 30 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to https://ra.co/events/us/baltimore.
Sunday, April 13
Queer Art Hang April 2025: Be queer and make art at Red Emma’s. 1 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Where are you, Adam?: Set at the ancient Dochiariou Monastery on the western shore of Mount Athos, This film depicts the work of monks living in the Aegean peninsula, who create a rhythmic bond between man and nature. ($15.71) 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Parkway Theatre, 5 W. North Avenue. For more information, go to eventsize.com/event/where-are-you-adam-17427506702543.
Wednesday, April 16
Masquerade Gala at Poe’s Tower: Engage in masked mischief, dark glamour, and moody elegance on this Third Wednesday. Dress to impress with your favorite mask. (21+) 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Poe’s Tower, 2208 Boston Street. For more information, go to baltimore.org/event/masquerade-gala-at-poes-tower.
Thursday, April 17
Cartooning Workshop with Rick Wright: This cartooning workshop is for teens who doodle and get creative. Learn about how to approach a drawing idea, design interesting characters, and more. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library – Herring Run Branch, 3801 Erdman Avenue. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.
Zora’s Den Monthly Open Mic: Join Zora’s Den for their monthly open mic series. April’s host will be first-year Morgan State University PhD student Tuesday Barnes. RSVP to attend. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Charm City Cultural Cultivation HQ, 3100 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, follow @charmcity_cc on Instagram.
Saturday, April 19
Baltimore Playwrights Festival: On this day of Baltimore Playwrights Festival, listen to the live reading of “Wise” by Jerry Slaff. 11 a.m. at Eubie Blake Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to baltplayfest.org.
“Out of the Woodwork!” Closing Reception: Come celebrate the closing of “Out of the Woodwork!” Hear art collector Beverly Carter talk about art preservation, dance to music by Sounds by Seven, and enter a raffle for a signed Tom Miller poster. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Eubie Blake Cultural Center, 847 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to eubieblake.org.
Laugh Til You Cry Poetry & Comedy Night: The Baltimore Abortion Fund presents a night of poetry and comedy that’ll make you laugh and cry. 18+ (tickets based on sliding donation $5-$15) 6 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
“What’s The Story” Opening Reception: Join the opening reception of the art exhibit “What’s The Story?” With fourteen photographs paired with writing from the writers of Zora’s Den, learn about the relationship between pictures and words. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Charm City Cultural Cultivation HQ, 3100 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, follow @charmcity_cc on Instagram.
VERSION: April: Join Kotic Couture, Trillnatured, and guest DJ Temporary Boyfriend for a night of dancing and good vibes. 21+ ($10-$15) 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. at The Compound, 2239 Kirk Avenue. For more information, go to ra.co/events/us/baltimore.
Tuesday, April 22
The QUEEN-tet Project: A Symphonic Drag Story Hour: Watch a performance by drag queen Tara Hoot and quintet District5 for a one-of-a-kind performance based on banned books and queer history. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at George Peabody Library, 17 E. Mount Vernon Place. For more information, go to jhu.libcal.com/event/13616146.
Baltimore Burlesque Community Roundtable: Join the Baltimore Burlesque Community in a “Sinposium,” where you mix, mingle, and learn with the local burlesque community. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org/events.
Wednesday, April 23
Make Space @ Pratt: Join Make Space, a monthly program designed to inspire the creative inside you. Attendees may bring their own materials or use the provided arts and crafts. This month will have Dyon Davidson in an exploration of jewelry making. Noon to 2 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to calendar.prattlibrary.org.