If you don’t plan for fun then fun will pass you by.  The days of summer and warm weather are quickly fleeting; pull out your calendar, schedule your vacation, and come enjoy the sights and sounds of Baltimore, Maryland. 

Known for its world-class seafood, local attractions, and well-renowned crab cakes, Baltimore will consume your attention and mesmerize your appetite.  When it’s time to play, nothing beats the countless leisure activities that are minutes from each other – from world-class cultural opportunities to exceptional sports venues, and some of the best shopping in Maryland.

While you are here, head to the African American Festival July 6^th and 7^th for melodic tones, incredible cuisine, games, and the friendly faces of the Baltimore and surrounding area natives.

Summer is in full swing and many families are looking for family fun; why not expand your culture, imprint unforgettable memories, all while listening to LIVE music from some of your favorite artist. Visit the African American Festival, the place where entertainment, culture, and cuisine meet to create an unforgettable weekend!!

For more information on the 2013 African American Festival, including this year’s talented performers, VIP access, and/or vending opportunities, visit www.AfricanAmericanFestival.net; like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/BmoreAAF ; follow us on Twitter (@BmoreAFF)  for real-time updates and exclusive information.

Drop by the Be What You Want to Be Empowerment Zone (BWYWB) at this year’s African American Festival (AAF). Let’s be clear… this is no career or college fair. Oh no!!! Career and college fairs don’t even come close – BWYWB provides tools, opportunity and options.

So how is this different from the career and college fairs that we’ve all come to dread going to? The objective of BWYWB is to promote skills development, education, and employment through its partnerships, resources and training outlets.

How does BWYWB plan to do this? We have partnered with a myriad of colleges (in Maryland and beyond), trade schools, employers, local institutions and other partners to provide the community with options, materials, instructions and guidance for taking your next step into your future. It’s a plan of action for EMPOWERMENT! Whether its trade school, Armed Forces, new employment, enhancing your job skills, or higher education the Be What I Want to Be Empowerment Zone has something for you! Stop by our BWYWB tents at the 2012 African American Festival on July 7th and 8th at the MT&T Stadium.

For more information on the 2012 African American Festival including this year’s contests, upgrades, and entertainment visit our website www.AfricanAmericanFestival.net or like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/BmoreAfram and Twitter for all the latest info.

Stop by Fashion Alley at the 2012 African American Festival (AAF). Enhance your style and overall body maintenance as you visit this new and innovative area. Take part in the celebration and education of fashion, beauty, hair care and skincare!

How will Fashion Alley serve the attendees of the festival? The purpose of Fashion Alley is to enlighten and entertain modern day women of all ages about fashion, beauty, hair care and skincare.

How does the Fashion Alley committee plan to do this? We have designed Fashion Alley to create the impression of being in another city. The area will be separated into three of the top fashionable cities: New York City, Tokyo and Paris. Each city will entail fun and entertaining yet educational activities based on style and beauty. There will also be a special designated tent for mini seminars about natural hair, make-up and skincare.

For more information on the 2012 African American Festival including this year’s contest, updates and entertainment visit our website www.AfricanAmericanFestival.net like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/BmoreAfram and Twitter www.twitter.com/BmoreAfram for all the latest info.