By Tashi McQueen,
AFRO Political Writer,
tmcqueen@afro.com

All listed events are free to the public.

Tamron Hall discusses her upcoming book “Watch Where They Hide”

On March 16 from 3-4 p.m., the Enoch Pratt Free Library will welcome TV Host Tamron Hall in conversation with Karsonya Wise Whitehead, host of WEAA’s TODAY with Dr. Kaye, to discuss Tamron Hall’s upcoming book “Watch Where They Hide.”

The free event will be held at 400 Cathedral St. Baltimore, Md. 21201.

U.S. Senate Candidate Democratic Forum 

As Maryland’s primary and general election getting near, the Baltimore City Democratic State Central Committee is holding a forum for residents to get to know the Democratic U.S. Senate candidates. The Baltimore City Democratic State Central Committee represents the Maryland Democratic Party on the city level.

On March 16, from 6-9 p.m. Baltimore residents can hear the perspectives and initiatives on issues that matter to them. Attendees can submit their questions to baltimorecitydems@gmail.com. The event will be held at 2640 SPACE on 2640 St. Paul St. Baltimore, Md. 21218. 

The moderator will be Karenthia A. Barber, the past chair of the Baltimore City Democratic State Central Committee. Light refreshments will be served. 

Baltimore City Council Meeting

Attend one of Baltimore City Council’s regularly held meetings to understand better what’s happening in your community, what laws may change and engage with your city councilmembers and what they are advocating for in your neighborhood.

This city council meeting will take place at 5 p.m. on March 18.

Black Family Wellness Expo

On March 16 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., community members and their families can attend the Black Family Wellness Expo. Attendees can connect and access free resources such as cholesterol screenings, blood pressure checks and weight loss tips to support family wellness. The event will be held at Roberta’s House at 928 E. North Ave., Baltimore, Md. 

Women as Creators and Leaders with the AFRO

In honor of Women’s History Month on March 23 from 2-3 p.m., the Walters Art Museum will spotlight the AFRO’s own Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO. She will be in conversation with Lynley Herbert and Robert and Nancy Hall Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts. She is expected to share stories about the AFRO’s accomplishments, long-running history and women creating and publishing books. The program is free but requires registration at thewalters.org.

This event will be held at the Walters Art Museum at 600 N. Charles St. Baltimore, Md. 21201.