Baltimore Black Pride 2011 Events
October 4, 2011
A-List Party :: Join us for the A-List Party, a night to dance, mingle, see and be
seen, at one of our very favorite night spots, Club Bunns. Admission: $5 before 10:00 pm.
TIME: 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
LOCATION: Club Bunns | 606/608 W. Lexington Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.234.2866 | Map
October 5, 2011
Blueprint :: Join us for a special screening of Blueprint, the 2007 independent film from director Kirk Shannon-Butts about coming out and young love, as experienced through the lives of Keith and Nathan, two young, black Brooklynites. (Read a review at Frameline.) The screening will be held at the Creative Alliance. Tickets are $10.
TIME: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: The Creative Alliance at The Patterson | 3134 Eastern Avenue | Baltimore, MD 21224 | 410.276.1651 | Web Site | Email
October 7, 2011
Where Is Your Voice? :: Youth, rise up! This event will focus on educating youth on ways to make safer decisions regarding sexual health and sex practices, as well as bringing attention to some of the talented youth in Baltimore City. Highlights will included designs by Hyman-Hyman and performances by J. Pope and DDm. Hosted by Sampson McCormick. There will also be a surprise performance, so don't miss out! Free!
TIME: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: GLCCB | 241 West Chase Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.837.5445 | Map
Black Out Party :: Baltimore Black Pride turns out for our annual Meet and Greet. Come down and meet the Board of Directors. Enjoy light fare and contemporary entertainment in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. No cover before 9:00 PM; $10 after 9:00 PM.
TIME: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Club Bunns | 606/608 W. Lexington Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.234.2866 | Map
October 8, 2011
Town Hall: 30 Years of AIDS :: Hard to believe, but it's been 30 years since AIDS came into our community. Come to this Town Hall meeting to discuss how HIV has impacted our community, and what we can do now to take care of those already living with HIV and help prevent new infections in our community. Meet representatives from organizations working to end the epidemic and find out about resources that can help. Light refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by Baltimore Heritage, Inc. This is a FREE event.
Vendor opportunities are also available. Please contact Carlton Smith for details.
TIME: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Metropolitan Community Church | 401 W. Monument Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.669.6222 | Map
Youth Summit: Who Runs the World? :: The Youth Summit will tackle issues that Black LGBT youth face, including: homelessness in the LGBT Community; HIV Prevention Beyond the Ballroom Community, and; Violence in the Black LGBT youth community perpetrated by one another. Sponsored in collaboration with the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine STAR TRACK HIV Program and Baltimore County Department of Health KYSS (Keep YourSelf Safe) HIV Prevention Project for MSM and YMSM. (Download a flier here.) Refreshments will be served. This is a FREE event.
TIME: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: University of Maryland, Student Center | 621 W. Lombard Street, Ballroom A | Baltimore, MD 21201 | Contact: Jamal Hailey | 410.706.4162 | Email
9th Annual Cultural Affair :: You know you want to X-press Yo-Self! Join us as we shimmer and shake in our most fabulous outfits. This is Baltimore Black Pride's premiere cultural event of the season. Among the dazzle and sparkle of Baltimore's most charming and community-spirited people, you will be treated to a buffet and open bar. Dance and be uplifted by the amazing talents of Tona Brown, our featured guest artist for the evening. Tickets are $45 per person in advance, $50 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online via a secure PayPal link at our Facebook page, by emailing Carlton Smith or in person at Club Hippo from the saloon bartender. Dress to impress and don't be more than fashionably late.
TIME: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
LOCATION: Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center | 847 N. Howard Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.225.3130 | Map
Batteries Not Included :: Can't get enough X-pression! Jump on over to the Paradox for the after party. World renowned DJ Angel X and Legendary DJ VJuan Allure will be in the house, spinning hot mix until the birds wake up! We will be joined by The Socialite, Damon Rhodes and MTV's America's Best Dance Crew Leiomy. With a special guest performance from the ever fabulous Lola Monroe. It may be the best time you've had since you were allowed to stay up past midnight! $10 before 1:00 AM. After 1:00 AM, $12 with flyer / $15 without. Flyer 1 Flyer 2
TIME: 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM
LOCATION: Paradox | 1310 Russell Street | Baltimore, MD 21230 | 410.837.9110 | Map| Facebook
October 9, 2011
Service: Celebrating the Spirit :: In support our community's spiritual needs, Unity Fellowship Church will provide a service aligned with the 2011 theme of Baltimore Black Pride. As we expect that attendance will be large, the service will be held this year at the Eubie Blake Cultural Center.
TIME: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION: Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center | 847 N. Howard Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.225.3130 | Map
Fall Festival :: The Fall Festival is the finale of Baltimore Black Pride. It's a party; it's a community fair; it's all about enjoying yourself in a friendly space with good music and plenty of delicious refreshments. A nominal donation of $3 is requested, to help us defray our costs. Vendor opportunities abound at the Fall Festival. Booths are $250 and Tables are $150. For information on amenities and how to reserve your space, please contact Dana Owens directly by email or by calling 410.905.5451.
TIME: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Club Bunns | 608 W. Lexington Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.234.2866 | Map
October 11, 2011
National Coming Out Day Mixer - Youth Event :: It's a party just for our young folks. Music, food, games, and all kinds of fun. See your friends and make some new ones. Dress is casual and comfortable. Donations are welcome and will go to benefit The Den, Baltimore's LGBT Youth Center.
TIME: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
LOCATION: GLCCB | 241 West Chase Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.837.5445 | Map
National Coming Out Day - Thank You! :: It's a party in honor of you, to thank you for all that you have done to support our community throughout the year. Come out and celebrate us! We'll have refreshments, music, and space to just socialize and enjoy each other's company. Dress is casual and comfortable.
TIME: 10:00 PM - ?
LOCATION: Club Bunns | 608 W. Lexington Street | Baltimore, MD 21201 | 410.234.2866 | Map