Discover how the Baltimore Children Youth Fund supports creativity and development for Baltimore’s youth through public funding at the 2026 Community Exhibition.
Category: Baltimore Community
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Black community shares thoughts on freedom
Explore diverse perspectives on Black freedom from the AFRO’s street interviews. Discover what true freedom means to different individuals.
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Roca Baltimore partners with Ravens to empower young men and reduce violence
By Kendra BryantSpecial to the AFRO M&T Bank Stadium’s The Trust club hosted Roca Baltimore’s “Night of Elegance” on June 26 to celebrate 20 young men for their growth and commitment to the program. The event’s black-tie dress code was inspired by a program member’s confession that he had never worn a suit. “He didn’t […]
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Black community reflects on fathers and the advice that shaped them
By Morgan Carpenter and Briannia Robinson, AFRO Interns mcarpenter@afro.com, brobinson@afro.com Father’s Day is quickly approaching and will be celebrated on June 21. With the holiday coming fast, members of the Black community took time to acknowledge the father figures in their lives. Take a look below at the wise words of wisdom passed down. […]
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AFRAM’s 50th anniversary celebration brings community, culture and commerce together on Day Two
The second day of AFRAM’s 50th anniversary celebration filled Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park with music, family activities, community resources and Black-owned businesses. Attendees, vendors and organizations praised the festival for fostering cultural pride, economic opportunity and community connection while performances from major artists kept crowds entertained throughout the day.
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AFRAM’s 50th Anniversary kicks off in Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park
AFRAM’s 50th anniversary celebration opened on Juneteenth in Baltimore’s Druid Hill Park with music, food, cultural pride and thousands of attendees honoring five decades of Black history and community. Performances by artists, including Lil’ Mo, Mario and Ultra Naté, along with reflections from Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and local leaders, highlighted the festival’s role as a family reunion, a celebration of liberation and a reminder that the fight for true freedom continues.
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Black leaders in Baltimore share AFRAM memories as festival turns 50
The Afro-American Festival, or AFRAM, has been a celebration of Black culture in Baltimore for 50 years, and is a beloved tradition for many Baltimoreans who have watched it grow and evolve over the decades.
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Beyond the main stage: AFRAM’s vendor marketplace fuels Black artistry and entrepreneurship
Though AFRAM is best known for the R&B, hip-hop and soul artists who headline the festival each year, the Baltimore tradition also doubles as a vibrant marketplace for visual artists, fashion designers and other creatives from across the East Coast. As thousands gather for the music, artisans use the weekend to share work rooted in Black culture, identity and storytelling.
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AFRAM at 50: A Baltimore tradition of culture and community
AFRAM, the African American Festival, has been a Baltimore tradition for nearly five decades, celebrating Black culture, creativity and community with music, food, art, health screenings, and more.
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore to headline MMTH’s 30th anniversary event in Baltimore
(Baltimore, Maryland, May 26, 2026) — For three decades, Mentoring Male Teens in the “Hood” (MMTH) has stood in the gap for underserved youth in Baltimore—investing in boys and building strong men ages 8–18 through mentorship, enrichment, educational exposure and life preparation. The Baltimore-based mentoring organization will commemorate this milestone with their 30th Anniversary Celebration […]
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Greater Baltimore Committee unveils 2025 investment scorecard for the region
The Baltimore region’s economy continued to be shaped by large-scale “mega deals” in 2025, even as overall investment activity became more concentrated and uneven. A new scorecard from the Greater Baltimore Committee shows real estate remained the dominant driver of growth, while venture capital and foreign investment trends lagged behind peer cities.
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Baltimore officials launch youth engagement strategy for summer season
Baltimore’s 2026 summer youth engagement plan expands job opportunities, late-night recreation and safe spaces as officials respond to concerns over viral “teen takeover” gatherings and efforts to keep young people engaged and connected.
