Events
Juneteenth 2026 Photo Galleries
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Celebrate a Juneteenth observance and join the Society of Black Alumni and other alum, students, and friends for a spirited moderated discussion with Nicole Carr, author and journalist and Delece Smith-Barrow, deputy health editor, Politico. Discussion will focus on the themes of health outcomes, segregation and health equity in the US, in Carr's newest book, The Price of Exclusion: The Pursuit of Healthcare in a Segregated Nation
A reception will follow the talk and advance release copies of the book will be available on site through our independent bookstore partner, Pages and Volumes.
There will also be Hopkins swag and a give-away raffle.
BFSA Hygiene Drive EXTENDED – May 29th.
A huge thank you to everyone that has donated to the annual hygiene drive so far. Because of your generous contributions, we were able to provide Colington Square Elementary and Middle School with necessary hygiene items during the Health and Hygiene Fair put on by Aiesha Wactor, one of the East Baltimore Caucus Representatives. We still have the 100 for 100 event, and so the drive has been extended through the month of May.
The 100 for 100 toiletry bag distribution will take place on Saturday, May 30th. While we still have a good number of items for that event, there are items we are in major need of and some we could use more of. We are in need of the following items: hand sanitizer, tissue, nail clippers, adult size socks, body wipes, towels, soap and wash clothes.
Please consider either purchasing items and dropping them off at any of the designated in-person locations, or purchasing from the Amazon shopping list here, and/or making a donation directly to BFSA for the hygiene drive here. Sharing is caring, so please share this with everyone you can.
If you are interested in volunteering to assemble and/or distribute toiletry bags, please sign-up to volunteer here. If you have any questions, please contact Sikoka via Teams chat or email at [email protected].
“Craft Your Story: Positive Networking for Positive Results”
Friday, June 5, 2026, from 10am-12pm
School of Public Health, 615 N. Wolfe Street, Rm W3025
This event will be hosted by the Professional Development subcommittee and facilitated by Carey’s own Professor Jim Golden, along with the Membership Director and chair of the Membership Committee and Professional Development Committee, Shekeitha Jeffries. This event is open to all JHU employees. Registration
If you have any questions please email Shekeitha L. Jeffries, BFSA Membership Director, at [email protected].
2026 BFSA Juneteenth Celebration / BFSA Member Pinning Ceremony
Friday, June 12, 2026
Johns Hopkins – Glass Pavillion
3400 N Charles Street (off Wyman Park/Bowman Drive)
Baltimore, MD 21205
Driving directions to Glass Pavilion, Bowman Dr, Baltimore - Waze
3:30pm – BFSA Juneteenth Information Session / BFSA Members Pinning Ceremony
Are you a new/returning member to the BFSA? Join us Friday, June 12th at 3:30pm as we provide information about the BFSA, Juneteenth and announce our newest BFSA members. Each BFSA member will receive a BFSA lapel pin. Light refreshments will be serviced.
4:45pm / Doors open for the BFSA Juneteenth Celebration
5:00pm-8:00pm – Join us for our Annual Juneteenth Celebration. This year, we will have a guest speaker, laughs with Comedian Larry Lancaster, dancers and drummers, a gospel choir all followed by a dance party with DJ Marty Mar. We will have STEM activities for the kids. Dinner will be provided, while it last. Admission is free for BFSA members, one guest and up to two children. Non-BFSA members and children 7 years of age and older just $10 each. This event is open to all – JHU employees and community partners.
Registration is required. Get your tickets today! BFSA Pinning/Juneteenth - Register Here. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
6th Annual APL Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 18, 2026 @ 4:30pm-6:30pm
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
11100 Johns Hopkins Road, Lot L (Behind APLFCU off Pond Road)
Laurel, MD 20723
The African American Culture Club (AACC) and Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) invites you to the 6th Annual APL Juneteenth Celebration. We will celebrate liberation and showcase a vendor market with products and services from independent consultants and small businesses. There will be vendors, food, music, RAFFLES and a few more surprises. Each vendor will raffle off a product and/or service.
This is a family-friendly event. All staff members are welcomed and are encouraged to bring their loved ones and join the celebration. Please come out and celebrate Juneteenth with us and help support our local businesses.
We look forward to each of you joining us!
Note: Rain date for the event will be Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 @ 4:30pm
"Your Village Awaits" - BFSA Spring Open House
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Johns Hopkins – Glass Pavillion
3400 N Charles Street (off Wyman Park/Bowman Drive)
Baltimore, MD 21205
Driving directions to Glass Pavilion, Bowman Dr, Baltimore - Waze
Get ready, get ready! The Membership Committee invites you to find your village within the BFSA. BFSA is more than a membership — it is a movement. Grounded in professional growth, advocacy, and authentic community, we exist to help ensure faculty and staff at Hopkins are seen, supported, and positioned to thrive. That mission only grows stronger when you are part of it. Come as you are. Leave connected. This event is open to all JHU faculty and staff. Registration is appreciated. Register here - https://BFSAOpenHouse.eventbrite.com
If you have any questions please email Shekeitha L. Jeffries, BFSA Membership Director, at [email protected]. Learn more about BFSA here.
“Beyond the Title: Men Leadership and Impact” - BFSA Men’s Empowerment Workshop
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
4:00pm-6:00pm
Bloomberg School of Public Health
615 N. Wolfe Street, Feinstone Hall (enter on Monument St)
Baltimore, MD 21205
The BFSA Men’s Empowerment Workshop is an in-person gathering to bring together men across the Hopkins community for an evening of networking and meaningful conversation around men's wellness, leadership identity beyond titles, and the impact of brotherhood on personal and professional growth. Attendees will have the opportunity to strengthen community connections, engage in networking, and recognize the ways men are actively shaping the leadership landscape across the institution. Whether you are an early career professional or navigating a new leadership role, join us for the #BeyondTheTitle event on June 30th. This event is open to all JHU employees. Register today! Men's Empowerment Workshop - Register Here. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Become a Life Design Guide - July 13-15
Life Design Guide training
July 13th-15th, 2026
This event is hosted by the Center for Staff Life Design. Designed for staff, this three-day Train-the-Trainer experience builds your personal connection to Life Design and the facilitation skills to guide others, moving from immersion (Day 1) to coached practice (Day 2) to certification (Day 3), so you leave ready to lead Life Design experiences with confidence.
If you have any questions please email Shekeitha L. Jeffries at [email protected].
SAVE THE DATE
BFSA 2026 Leadership Welcome Reception / Meet & Greet
Thursday, September 24th – 4pm-6pm
Homewood Campus
Baltimore, MD 21218
The Leadership Welcome Reception is the perfect opportunity to meet and greet new leaders in a relaxed and friendly environment. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with Johns Hopkins leaders - President Ron Daniels some members of his cabinet, leaders across Johns Hopkins schools, the Johns Hopkins enterprise, in addition to key faculty/staff/student groups, ERGs, councils, and the BFSA Executive Board.
BFSA 30th+ / JHU 150th Anniversary Celebration
Friday, September 25th
Time and Location to be Determined.
Come join the BFSA for an evening of celebration recognizing the achievements of the BFSA/JHU. The event to include food, speeches, entertainment, and a great vibe.
On another note:
Johns Hopkins University Tuition Benefits
Did you know that the BFSA pushed better Tuition Benefits? Well, the BFSA was successful, and you and your dependents have the opportunity to get your degrees! Visit the HR website Tuition Assistance | Human Resources and start your journey to obtaining a degree. Also, if you are or have used the tuition benefit to obtain a degree, please let us know via email [email protected].
BFSA Meet-up
Secret Garden Summer Reggae/Go-Go Music Arts and Wine Festival
Sunday, August 23, 2026
12noon-7:00pm
Carrol County Farm Museum
500 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
Meet up with other members of the BFSA at an end of the summer event. This event includes wine tasting, music and food vendors. Bring your lawn, dancing shoes and funds to purchase items from vendors. This is community event that is not sponsored by the BFSA. Tickets can be purchased via the event’s sponsor via EventBrite SECRET GARDEN SUMMER FINALE REGGAE / GO-GO MUSIC, ARTS, and WINE FESTIVAL Tickets, Sunday, August 23 • 12 PM - 7 PM | Eventbrite.
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