We Give Black Fest raised $233K, organizer says
We Give Black Fest raised more than $233,000 over the weekend for local Black-led organizations.
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We Give Black Fest raised more than $233,000 over the weekend for local Black-led organizations.
Araba Maze noticed neighborhood kids gathering around her as she read children's books to her niece on her front stoop. As she wrapped up storytelling, one of the kids asked, "When are you gonna do this again?"
We Give Black kicked off Friday, and there's still two more days of music, food, vendors, panel discussions, a wellness village and demonstrations.
We Give Black Fest is partnering with Vegan SoulFest for a three-day event this weekend that celebrates Black-led organizations and businesses serving the greater Baltimore area.
"During Black Philanthropy Month, we thought this was a great opportunity to get out celebrate and make sure organizations that are doing the work in the community have the resources not just to survive but to thrive."
Public releases were nixed at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Baltimore City's Department of Public Works is celebrating the system that brings drinking water to people's homes with the return of Dam Jam, a festival featuring music, food trucks and family activities.
Nine years ago this weekend, The Charmery opened with the hope of every new small local business: to survive. They have more than survived, much more!
CBS News correspondent Major Garrett talks with 97-year-old Ralph Brunn about the cult following surrounding his dad's creation: Old Bay seasoning.
Over the course of several weeks, students will learn about the African diaspora during a cooking class, and how the Mali Empire used drums to communicate at long distances.
Over its history, the building on Holiday Street, a stone's throw away from City Hall, has had many incarnations.
In just a week and a half, the three-day We Give Black Fest dedicated to social change, fundraising and highlighting Black-led organizations serving greater Baltimore will be held at West Covington Park.
Named for the legendary congressman and mayor, Thomas D'Alesandro Jr., the fireboat served the community for 59 years.
A few weeks ago, Klondike appalled the internet when it said that the Choco Taco would be discontinued. This week, it reversed course, saying the beloved ice cream treat may be coming back - eventually.
Starting in November, visitors to the BMA will get a look at some of the highlights of John Waters' personal collection through the exhibit "Coming Attractions: The John Waters Collection."
