2025 BAAM Summer League Registration

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Get ready for the 2025 BAAM Summer League! Registration will be open from April 14th to April 26th, but space is limited, so be sure to sign up early. Participants must be in the appropriate grade at the time of registration. This year’s divisions include: Coed Elementary Division: 3rd – 5th Grade (Girls and Boys) Girls Middle School Division: 6th – 8th Grade Boys Middle School Division: 6th – 8th Grade Games will be held on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at the BAAM Athletic Center, with the season kicking off on Wednesday, June 4th. Registration Fee: $25 per participant. If the fee presents a hardship, please contact Tyesha Greene at 410-310-6442 for assistance. Mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting season! Registration opens on April 14th.

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3v3 BAAM Fest Tournament

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Join Us for the 3v3 BAAM Fest Tournament! Calling all basketball players in grades 7th to 12th! Get ready to bring your A-game to the 3v3 BAAM Fest Tournament on Thursday, May 9th, at 5 PM. This exciting competition features one coed playing division, so build your best team of 3 to 4 players and show off your skills on the court! 🏆 Prizes: 1st Place: Medals + $100 per player 2nd Place: Medals + $50 per player 3rd Place: Medals + $25 per player 🎟 No Entry Fee! That’s right — register your team for free and compete for bragging rights and big prizes. Think you’ve got what it takes? Gather your team and Sign up now!

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8th Annual BAAM Fest

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Join us for the 8th Annual BAAM Fest—a free community celebration filled with fun, food, and entertainment! Taking place on Saturday, May 10, from noon to 4 PM at Moton Park in Easton, Maryland, BAAM Fest brings together families, friends, and neighbors for an afternoon of music, activities, and connection. Enjoy live entertainment from The Exclusives, music by DJ Hector, delicious food, face painting, and more. Meet local community partners and experience the vibrant spirit of Easton at this can’t-miss event. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come celebrate with us!

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BAAM Public Art Project - Call for Teaching Artist

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 12:59 PM

Building African American Minds (BAAM) is looking for a Teaching Artist to facilitate art classes for after school students in grades 1-5. Starting September 2024, the Teaching Artist will work with students over a course of 6 to 8 weeks where they will design artistic outdoor benches. The students’ designs will be considered for the final design that will appear on proposed benches to be located outside of the BAAM Athletic Center. Artists across all visual and performing arts mediums are welcome! This project is supported by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. Preferred Qualifications: - 2-3 yearsʼ experience as an active, practicing artist (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or similar credentials appreciated) - Experience teaching school aged children - Experience working within school programs - Culturally competent and responsible teaching practice - Must pass background check Teaching Artist Requested Skills: - Design and implement a well-planned lesson - Experience teaching art workshops - Strong communication skills Terms of Employment: Teaching Artist is hired as an independent contractor and will be paid a stipend of $3,000. How to apply: Please provide your resume or curriculum vitae, letter of interest, including Artist & Teaching Philosophy Statements, and three examples of your artwork. Important Dates: Deadline: July 3, 2024 Notification: July 18, 2024 Questions? Please email grants@baaminc.org. No phone calls please.

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A Night of Elegance: 20th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Celebrate Valentine's Day in style and join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dining, and celebration as we mark the 20th anniversary of BAAM! Come dressed to impress and enjoy a captivating performance by Kentavius Jones.

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BAAM Bike Rack Design Contest

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Building African American Minds is seeking Design Proposals for functional artistic bike racks that will accommodate 6 to 8 bicycles. This competition is open to artists and design professionals, as well as community members with an eye for fun and functionality. Everyone is encouraged to participate. All complete submissions will be considered. A Selection Committee representing BAAM students, parents, and neighbors will choose ONE WINNING DESIGN to be located at the BAAM Athletic Center on Jowite Street in Easton. - Design must be unique. Designs representing Easton’s history and culture are encouraged. - Rack must accommodate a minimum of three bicycles properly secured to the frame Applicant must submit a graphic representation and description of project, including proposed materials and dimensions. Timeline: Submission Deadline: March 31, 2025 Committee Deliberation: April 2025 Announcement of Selection: May 2025 Dates are subject to change at the discretion of the Selection Committee. *The Committee reserves the right to reject or accept all submissions at their discretion. Application, Procedure, and Program Guidelines - The Applicant will be credited with the design, however, ownership of the finished piece will be turned over to BAAM. - The rack will be installed at no cost to the applicant. - Final design selection will be at the discretion of the Selection Committee Rack Guidelines and Specifications - Bike rack designs should blend with area architecture and features of the BAAM buildings. - Racks must support bicycle upright in its frame in two places. - Must enable the frame and one wheel of the bicycle to be secured with a standard U-lock. Each Entry Must Include the Following - A pdf file of the design proposal in 8.5”x11” format. - A graphic representation of the proposed format and installation is required. Acceptable forms might include computer-generated simulations, line drawings, color renderings, or other means of graphic representation of the proposed installation that adequately conveys the nature of the artist’s proposal. - A Proposal Narrative (maximum of 3000 characters, about 500 words) accompanying the graphic representation that includes: - A description of how the design represents Easton’s history and/or culture, if applicable. - A brief biography (maximum of 1500 characters, about 250 words) that describes your interest in this project. - Name, Address, Phone Number, Email Address, and Social Media included on all submitted documents. Upon announcement of the winning design, the selection committee will award a $1,500 prize to the selected design and $300 to each of the four runners-up. Please submit applications material to grants@baaminc.org by 11:59 p.m., March 31, 2025. If you have any questions please contact grants@baaminc.org.

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