Wednesday, Jan. 31
2024 Annual Meet & Greet: The Black Arts District: This event is for anyone interested in The Black Arts District. This is an opportunity to network and explore what the district has to offer. Light refreshments will be served. (Free) 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at New Song Community Learning Center, 1530 Presstman Street. For more information, go to blackartsdistrict.org.
Ayesha Rascoe: “HBCU Made”: NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe discusses a collection of essays she edited about historically Black colleges and universities. (Free) 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Central Library, Wheeler Auditorium, 400 Cathedral Street. In-person and virtual. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-5430.
Thursday, Feb. 1
“Black Woman Genius” Opening day of the exhibition which focuses on Elizabeth Talford Scott as a key figure for Black women in the fiber arts. Her work will be showcased alongside contemporary Black women fiber artists from the Chesapeake area. 10 a.m. at Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt Street. For more information, go to lewismuseum.org.
Safeguarding History, Establishing Memories, and Inspiring Minds: Join local artist Anthony Coates as he celebrates the opening of his show. Founder of Reflections on Human Development, a nonprofit for Artistic Therapy and Community Services, Coates’ work has been displayed in many buildings around Baltimore. 6 p.m., Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-5430.
Ijeoma Oluo presents “Be a Revolution”: Join Michaela Brown in conversation with Ijeoma Oluo, author of “Be a Revolution: How Everyday People Are Fighting Oppression and Changing the World—and How You Can Too.” 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s Bookstore Coffeehouse, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, go to redemmas.org or call 410-601-3072.
Sip & Paint Game Night: This event is a night of karaoke, games, sip-n-paint and more. Come out to relax and enjoy yourself. (18+, free entry) 7 p.m. to midnight. at C.Roses Event Center, 4000 Coolidge Avenue. For more information, go to c-rosesevents.com or @croses_eventcenter on Instagram.
Friday, Feb. 2
Ecstatic Dance: Enjoy a space to dance without talking, drinking and the nightclub vibe. This is about getting great exercise, freeing your mind and body, and connecting with yourself and others. With sounds by James Nasty. ($18) 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Luke’s Church on the Avenue, 800 W. 36th Street. For more information or to register, go to churchontheavenuehampden.org
Patti LaBelle: Join the icon known for her powerhouse voice and amazing stage presence as she sings her classic hits. ($65+) 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m., at the Lyric, 140 W. Mount Royal Avenue. For more information, go to lyricbaltimore.com.
BSO Music Presents: Gershwin Rhapsody In Blue: A night of blues and jazz, conductor and pianist Wayne Marshall celebrates the 100th anniversary of “Rhapsody in Blue.” ($15- $70) 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall,1212 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to bsomusic.org or call 410-783-8000.
Saturday, Feb. 3
Crumbs from the Table Joy: In Everyman’s fifth Lynn Nottage production, 17-year-old Ernestine Crump adjusts to her new life in 1950s Brooklyn after the passing of her mother. ($40-$70) Through Feb. 28, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Everyman Theatre, 315 W. Fayette Street. For more information, go to everymantheatre.org/event/crumbs.
BAF Groundhog Day Party @ the Pavilion: An evening of music, dancing, and drinks with Baltimore Architecture Foundation. Dress in your most rad ’80s attire for a chance to win the costume contest. ($75-$100) 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Harborplace Pavilion, 301 Light Street. For more information visit aiabaltimore.org.
Indie Sleaze Night 2: DJs Brandon Carlo and Cullen Enn play all the best 2000s dance floor bangers, while taking pictures that bring you back to the Y2K era. ($12 advance, $15 day of) 9 p.m. at the Ottobar, 2549 N. Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com or call 410-662-0069.
DEEP SUGAR feat. Ultra Naté ‘All Night’ DJ Set: It’s a vibe! Join DJ Ultra Naté at the Deep Sugar Party from start to finish. There will be complimentary cocktails before midnight. (21+, $18) 11 p.m. to 4 a.m. at Club 1722, 1722 N. Charles Street. For more information, go to ra.co/events/1840826.
Sunday, Feb. 4
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad: The B&O Railroad Museum is dedicating first Sundays to Sensory Awareness. The day will include environmental accommodations, activities, and resources for visitors with sensory sensitivities. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, go to borail.org.
Elizabeth Talford Scott Community Celebration: Join for a live rendition of “Floating on a Thread,” the exhibition’s music commission produced and performed by Bashi Rose and Adam Holofcener as we celebrate the art, life, and legacy of Elizabeth Talford Scott. (Free) 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive. For more information, go to artbma.org.
G.R.O.W Beyond Creative Barriers: Join fellow writers, artists, students, thinkers, organizers and leaders for a monthly productivity session. Learn from research-based best practices in a simple format and to gain control of mindless procrastination and the struggle to complete independent tasks. (Free) 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at good neighbor, 3827 Falls Road. For more information, go to growcerygarden.org.
Sunday Scaries Movie Night: An alternative way to celebrate V-Day with Bmore Horror Club as they screen “My Bloody Valentine.” (Free entry) 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Pariah Brewing Company, 1700 Union Avenue, Suite D. For more information, go to pariahbrewing.com/events/sundayscariesfeb4.
Tuesday, Feb. 6
Michele Norris: “Our Hidden Conversations”: Come out to discuss topics on race and identity in America with Peabody Award–winning journalist Michele Norris through her decade-long work at The Race Card Project. (Free) 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Wheeler Auditorium, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org, or call 410-396-5430.
Bright Moments Jam Session: Join Obasi Akoto and members of Greater Baltimore & Washington, D.C. ‘s jazz community in a night surrounded by great company, soul-lifting music, and great food. (Free entry) 7:30 p.m. at Keystone Korner Baltimore, 1350 Lancaster Street.For more information, go to keystonekornerbaltimore.com.