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Join Us for three programs during the day: Author's Showcase, the Indispensable Role of Blacks (IRB) Induction, and Celebration Dinner
2026 Annual BFSA Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 12, 2026
co-sponsors: the Black Faculty and Staff Association; Office of Alumni Relations; ; JHU Office of Diversity & Inclusion; JHU Office of the General Counsel; JHU Office of Human Resources; JH Office of Government, Community & Economic Partnerships; Office of Civic Engagement and Opportunity; JHM Office of Human Resources; JHU Office of Finance and Administration; and JHU Office of the President
Locations: Shriver Hall on Johns Hopkins Homewood Campus
Indispensable Role of Blacks (IRB) Induction Ceremony
Doors Open: 1:30pm; Event end time: 4:00pm
Location: Homewood campus
Program Begins – 2:00pm
We will honor and celebrate the newest inductees into the Indispensable Role of Blacks (IRB) Exhibit during our Annual Juneteenth Celebration, Showcase & Gala. This year marks the twenty-first anniversary of the IRB exhibition and the twenty-nineth year of the establishment of the BFSA.
The Indispensable Role of Blacks at Johns Hopkins (IRB) exhibit is a collaborative initiative co-sponsored in 2011 by Johns Hopkins University President Ronald J. Daniels, Johns Hopkins Development and Alumni Relations (formerly the Office of External Affairs and Development), the Johns Hopkins University Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA), and the Fred Scott Brigade, on behalf of Dr. John F. Guess, Jr. This initiative seeks to honor and showcase the achievements of Black individuals who have made a lasting impact on Johns Hopkins University and beyond. The individuals honored are trailblazers in medicine, pioneers, research, education, public servants, noteworthy across diverse fields. Their stories not only highlight past achievements but also inspire future generations of Black scholars and professionals.
Juneteenth Celebration Dinner & Performances
Doors Open/Food Served: 4:30pm; Event end time: 8:30pm
Location: Homewood campus
Program Begins - 5:00pm
Live performances to be announced
Please arrive early for check-in and prime seating
Attending in-person is strongly encouraged and recommended for the best experience. We will livestream both programs for remote attendees via this link.
Join us for a powerful celebration of resilience, resistance, and renewal as the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) at Johns Hopkins hosts our annual Juneteenth Celebration.
More info about Juneteenth to help offset event expenses:
Children 5 years old and under are FREE (please include all guests/attendees in the rsvp so we can have a proper headcount food)
All other adults and children - $10.00 each
2026 IRB inductees plus 3 guests are FREE
price includes all three programs and meals, swag, and commemorative program book
"The Pivot is HER Power Move" - Celebrating Womens Hostory Month with powerful speakers, panels, brunch, vendors & networking!
Join us for the annual TransformHER Summit presented by The Real Boss Ladies of HR. This annual womens empowerment event is for Boss Ladies from all professional industries to celebrate National Womens History Month where this year's theme is "The Pivot is HER Power Move: Repurposing uncertainty and embracing new Life, Leadership & Wellness strategies."
This summit will include:
FREE Professional Headshots & Resume reviews with any level of ticket from some of our Boss Lady Coaches! (9:30-10:30am Only)
Brunch w/ an open bar (Cocktails & Mocktails)
Empowerment Speakers & Panels
Presenation Sessions on leveling up your life and career
Vendors
Networking
During this year's summit we will have some powerful speakers and panelists grace the stage on how they moved past adversity when faced with having to pivot either by force or by choice.
Featuring DJ Self — The official Saturday night upscale experience.
Star 23 Enterprise, Philly Cigar Week, and LK Production present The Luxe Grand Finale, the signature Saturday night celebration of Baltimore’s HBCU & Greek Weekend. This premier event delivers a luxury nightlife atmosphere with grown-and-sexy energy, upscale fashion, and a polished crowd for an unforgettable night.
🎧 MUSIC BY
• DJ Ty Lyles
• DJ Macky 215
Expect an elevated mix of R&B, hip-hop, club anthems, and high-energy nightlife sounds that set the tone for an upscale Saturday night experience.
🥂 VIP TABLES & BOTTLE SERVICE
VIP sections include:
• Private VIP seating
• Priority entry
• Champagne and liquor packages
• Required bottle purchase based on table size
Important Notes:
• Deposits are non-refundable
• Deposits secure your section only
• Remaining balance due upon arrival
• VIP availability is limited
📲 To reserve VIP tables, text 716-553-2923
🎟 TICKETS AVAILABLE
• Early Bird General Admission
• General Admission
• VIP Table Deposits
• Vendor information
This event sells out every year — early arrival is strongly recommended.
👗 DRESS CODE — Grown & Stylish
Upscale. Fashion-forward. Fly.
This is NOT an all-black party.
No athletic wear, hoodies, or plain T-shirts.
📌 EVENT DETAILS
• 25+ preferred
• Premium lighting & sound
• Limited VIP table availability
📞 Info: 716-553-2923
⚠️ POLICIES
• All sales are final — no refunds
• Management reserves all rights
• Independent entertainment event; not affiliated with CIAA or any other organization
• All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners
We are OPEN and ready for you to join us for a night of entertainment, delicious food, and laughter at our new location on 7909 Central Ave. Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind dinner theater show that will leave you wanting more. Grab your friends and family for a memorable evening filled with music, comedy, and great company. Don't miss out on this exciting event - book your tickets now!
Join us at Pikes Studio Cinema on Saturday, February 21, 2026 for a unique tasting experience featuring Black-owned wineries and vineyards from around the world.
Each guest will receive:
Five wine tastings (House of Brown - Napa, CA, Indigené Cellars - Paso Robles, CA, La Fête du Rosé - St. Tropez, FR, Melanated Wine - Durham, NC, and Meadows Estate Winery - Oakland, OR)
Delicious paired snacks
Great music, vibes, and community
Exciting raffles and prizes
Come celebrate black history month and taste the incredible contributions of Black winemakers!
Get ready for a true variety comedy show that is sure to get you laughing, clapping, out of your seat, and possibly on stage yourself! Blue Cavell-Allette, Desi Rawlerson, and Tashika Campbell are your hosts and producers, and your party MCs - there will be music, jokes, comedy games, interviews, sitcom tropes, audience participation, and non-stop laughs. They also bring their friends along for some surprise guest appearances!
Presented by Highwire Improv, Block Party is 90 minutes of the funniest improv in Baltimore and a true showcase of Baltimore's best Black improv comedians!
Doors will open at 7:30, show runs from 8pm-9:30pm. Free street parking is available throughout the area after 6pm, including a parking lot accessible from Tyson Street or Howard Street.
This is a BYOB event - feel free to bring your favorite drink!
Get your tickets in advance, this event will sell out - and tickets are $12 online, $15 at the door!
What is an improv show, exactly?
Improv is live theater created spontaneously by the performers with the inspiration of the audience. Unless noted otherwise, it’s a comedy show, made even more exciting, intriguing, and hilarious by the fact that none of it is pre-scripted! At an improv show you’ll see a wide range of creative and fascinating humans perform a highwire act by making comedy out of thin air! It can take many forms, including short competitive games, slice of life scenes, and full length sitcom or movie style performances!
A Highwire Improv show is truly a once in a lifetime performance, never done before and never to be done again!
About Tashika Campbell:
Tashika is a veteran improviser, originally from Charlotte, North Carolina. Co-founder of the award-winning troupe Cake Walk, Tashika is a sought-after performer, facilitator and teacher. Currently, she serves as the lead coordinator for the 1st Improv festival dedicated to performers of the global majority, in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area, known as "F.A.M. Fest." A leader in the community, Tashika also serves on the board of directors at the Baltimore Improv Group as President.
About Blue Cavell-Allette
Blue Cavell-Allette is an award winning interdisciplinary artist from Baltimore who has been featured as a performer and teacher at theaters across North America. Blue has created and produced popular long running shows that highlight black improv performers including Block Party, Blue is currently the co-facilitator of The Arts and Social Justice Fellowship with Strathmore Cultural Institute and Woolly Mammoth Theater and a professor of Applied Improv at Morgan State University.
About the venue, Maryland Art Place:
Maryland Art Place inspires, supports, and encourages artistic expression through innovative programming, exhibitions, and educational opportunities while recognizing the powerful impact art can have on our community. MAP creates a dynamic environment for artists of our time to engage the public by nurturing and promoting new ideas. MAP has served as a critical resource for contemporary art in the Mid-Atlantic since 1981.
About Highwire Improv:
Highwire Improv’s mission is to steward a community of artists committed to growth, collaboration, joy, and justice — in Baltimore and around the world — through improvisational theater.
Join Melanin Queen Creative for a cozy pre-Galentine Paint & Sip at Pjs Coffee in Camp Springs, MD, to enjoy creativity and connection over coffee. ☕🎨
We’ll paint beautiful Black women and floral–inspired canvases as a reminder to give ourselves our flowers and celebrate all that makes us shine.
What to Expect:
A self-love-centered event
Open conversations
Uplifting and supportive environment
Affirmation activity based on our self-care activity card
All paint supplies are included.
Join Melanin Queen Creative for a cozy pre-Galentine Paint & Sip at Pjs Coffee in Camp Springs, MD, to enjoy creativity and connection over coffee. ☕🎨
We’ll paint beautiful Black women and floral–inspired canvases as a reminder to give ourselves our flowers and celebrate all that makes us shine.
What to Expect:
A self-love-centered event
Open conversations
Uplifting and supportive environment
Affirmation activity based on our self-care activity card
All paint supplies are included.
Join us for the BLK Roots & Culture Expo, a free community event kicking off Black History Month with a celebration showcasing the richness of African American traditions through a variety of exciting experiences. Immerse yourself in a day filled with art, dance, literature, and delicious food, all while supporting local businesses and artists. Enjoy a day filled with art, music, food, and fun for the entire family while supporting local Black-owned businesses.
Event Highlights:
🎤 Live performances: Music, dance, and cultural showcases
🛍️ Local vendors: Shop Black-owned businesses and cultural arts
📚 Meet local authors: Storytelling sessions and book readings
🏥 Workshops: Health, financial management, and mental wellness
🎨 Kids' activities: Arts & crafts, storytelling, and interactive fun
🎁 Giveaways: Prizes and surprises throughout the day
This event is free and open to the public.
Celebrate Black culture, community, and history with us!
The Law Office of Kim Parker, P.A., offers individuals and families effective legal services in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Kim focuses on the needs and goals of each client. This client-centered approach is the foundation for the favorable outcomes we obtain for our clients. Kim is an experienced attorney who has handled numerous cases in the Maryland Courts. Contact our offices to arrange for a free consultation. We are your civil rights firm of choice. Kim’s practice focuses on counseling the firm's clients regarding bankruptcy, personal injury and business matters. Prior to joining the Law Office of Kim Parker, P.A., Kim was a Trial Attorney with the Law Offices of Norris C. Ramsey, P.A., where she litigated various matters in the Circuit and District Courts of Maryland.
Kim is an experienced Trial Attorney who has tried numerous cases in the District and before juries in Circuit Courts of Maryland.
She is a well-respected lawyer and litigator.
About
Angel Murphy is the Founding Partner of The Murphy Law Firm, LLC. As a licensed Maryland attorney and passionate advocate, Angel takes a personal approach to lawyering by devising a creative legal strategy for each client and for each case.
Angel enjoys helping her clients face and overcome their legal challenges. She identifies with her clients, and will work tirelessly to ensure that they are treated fairly in the courtroom and that their case gets the best possible outcome.
Services
Angel focuses her practice in criminal law and family law. Specifically, Angel handles matters involving drug possession, DUI/DWI, traffic citations, handgun charges, divorce, child visitation, child support, alimony, domestic violence, and custody.
Experience
Angel holds a Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and a Bachelor’s from the University of Florida in Criminology and Sociology.
While pursuing her law degree, Angel worked at the Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania and the Child Protection Section of the Family Services Division at the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia. Angel served in Howard University School of Law’s Criminal Justice Clinic, and represented clients in criminal cases before D.C. Superior Court.
Prior to building her own practice, Angel served as a Corporate Finance Division law clerk for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and a judicial law clerk for a prominent Prince George’s County Circuit Court judge. In both positions Angel managed a case docket of over 1,000 matters; made over 200 final recommendations on legal issues and motions; and drafted several legal opinions.
In her free time Angel enjoys giving back to the Maryland legal community by volunteering with her local bar associations and assisting in the fostering and development of community based rehabilitation opportunities for juveniles.
Our boutique law firm specializes in all matters of estate law and small business law We get to know our clients on a personal level so we can offer personalized advice responsive to their unique situation Call us at 410 480 7090. The Lundy Law Group is your friendly, neighborhood law firm that puts you first. Being a good lawyer means relationship building and our goal is to not only provide you with the best possible legal advice, but to also be your friend and guide. Visit lundylawgroup.com.
Based at the University of Baltimore School of Law in Baltimore, Maryland, the Black Law Students Association is a vibrant student organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Black law students throughout their academic journey. This organization serves as a cornerstone of community and belonging within the law school, providing a welcoming space where students can build meaningful connections with peers who share similar backgrounds and experiences. The association is committed to fostering professional development, academic excellence, and social consciousness among its members while contributing to a more inclusive and equitable legal profession. Through its presence on the CampusGroups campus engagement platform, the organization maintains an active and accessible community hub where members can discover events, share resources, and support one another. The Black Law Students Association recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities facing Black law students and works to create programming and initiatives that address their needs and aspirations. By bringing together students from diverse backgrounds within the Baltimore law school community, the organization strengthens the collective voice of Black law students and promotes mentorship, networking, and professional growth. The association's commitment to community engagement and student support reflects the values of inclusion and excellence that define the University of Baltimore School of Law experience.
Since its founding in 1971 under the visionary leadership of Dr. Lauranne Sams, the National Black Nurses Association has served as the collective voice and advocate for Black nurses nationwide. Operating from Silver Spring, MD, NBNA has grown into a powerful force representing nearly 310,000 nurses committed to ensuring equal access to professional development and improving health outcomes for African American and other minority populations. The organization's core mission centers on providing a forum for collective action, enabling Black nurses to advocate for and implement strategies that guarantee access to the highest quality healthcare for persons of color. Over five decades, NBNA has cultivated deep community partnerships with private and public agencies that share its commitment to improving health status across all populations, particularly underserved communities. The association's 114 chapters serve as vital mechanisms through which national, state, and local community-based programs are implemented, with African American nurses providing direct leadership and volunteer services in their communities. NBNA's legacy includes 14 presidents who have shaped the organization's direction, and founding members whose pioneering efforts established the foundation for today's thriving association. Beyond professional networking, NBNA empowers members through educational initiatives, including the Mini Nurse Academy and mentorship programs, while addressing urgent health disparities through specialized task forces. The organization's commitment to excellence in nursing education, combined with its advocacy for health equity, makes NBNA an essential institution serving Black nurses and the communities they care for across the nation.
Since 1947, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers has been a movement dedicated to advancing democracy in housing and expanding opportunities for underserved communities. Based in Lanham, Maryland, NAREB unites minority real estate professionals in a shared mission to eliminate discriminatory housing practices and promote fair access to homeownership for all Americans. What began as a response to post-World War II racial segregation has evolved into the nation's most historic Black real estate trade association, continuously fighting for equal housing opportunities regardless of race, creed, or color.
NAREB's impact extends far beyond professional networking. The organization actively engages in legislative advocacy, community outreach, and policy development aimed at remedying disparate housing practices and building generational wealth within Black households. Members embrace the Realtist credo—"Democracy in Housing"—which guides every aspect of the organization's work. Through local chapters across the country, NAREB creates environments where creativity flourishes and real estate professionals can make meaningful contributions to their communities while advancing their careers.
The organization welcomes professionals from all real estate disciplines who share its values and commitment to housing equity. NAREB's governance includes a board of directors and executive committee representing leaders throughout the industry, ensuring diverse perspectives and regional expertise. By joining NAREB, professionals gain access to a supportive community dedicated to professional excellence, fair lending practices, and creating sustainable homeownership opportunities for African Americans and other traditionally underserved populations throughout the United States.