Baltimore-DC Metro Building Trades Council

Maryland Works for Wind - Info Session
2026-11-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates
Join the Baltimore County Department of Economic and Workforce Development this Wednesday, December 17th, for a virtual webinar with Maryland Works for Wind and learn about FREE training programs offered to help prepare job seekers for in-demand jobs.
Get connected with apprenticeship programs and training facilities and gain valuable skills to start a new trade in the wind power industry.
Register for the webinar >

The Working Vote Series (Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County)
2026-05-12 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-14 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-03-10 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-02-10 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-13 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-09 17:30 - 20:00
Are you a member of a Metro Baltimore AFL-CIO affiliate? Join us for The Working Vote Series—your opportunity to meet, question, and engage with candidates seeking our union’s endorsement. Whether you’re a rank-and-file member or in leadership, your input helps shape who we support in races for County Council and beyond.
At these meetings, you’ll be able to:
Ask candidates direct questions
Share your local’s priorities
Provide feedback that the endorsement board will use to make final decisions
This is your chance to speak directly to those who want to represent you—and to help ensure they understand what matters to working people.
Register now >
NOTE: These meetings are for union members and invited candidates only
Questions? Contact Miranda Lan at mirandalan@mbaflcio.org.

Accessibility

This event meets ADA standards

Have accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information.

The Working Vote Series (Baltimore County, Harford County, Cecil County)
2026-03-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-28 17:30 - 20:30
Are you a member of a Metro Baltimore AFL-CIO affiliate? Join us for The Working Vote Series—your opportunity to meet, question, and engage with candidates seeking our union’s endorsement. Whether you’re a rank-and-file member or in leadership, your input helps shape who we support in races for County Council and beyond.
At these meetings, you’ll be able to:
Ask candidates direct questions
Share your local’s priorities
Provide feedback that the endorsement board will use to make final decisions
This is your chance to speak directly to those who want to represent you—and to help ensure they understand what matters to working people.
Register now >
NOTE: These meetings are for union members and invited candidates only
Questions? Contact Miranda Lan at mirandalan@mbaflcio.org.

Accessibility

This event meets ADA standards

Accessible restrooms
Mainly flat ground
No stairs or steps
Dedicated seating
Dedicated parking spots

Have accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information.

The Working Vote Series (Baltimore City)
2026-02-05 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-04 17:30 - 20:30
Are you a member of a Metro Baltimore AFL-CIO affiliate? Join us for The Working Vote Series—your opportunity to meet, question, and engage with candidates seeking our union’s endorsement. Whether you’re a rank-and-file member or in leadership, your input helps shape who we support in races for school board and beyond.
At these meetings, you’ll be able to:

Ask candidates direct questions
Share your local’s priorities
Provide feedback that the endorsement board will use to make final decisions

This is your chance to speak directly to those who want to represent you—and to help ensure they understand what matters to working people.
Register now >
NOTE: These meetings are for union members and invited candidates only
Questions? Contact Miranda Lan at mirandalan@mbaflcio.org.
Accessibility
Have accessibility questions? Reply to your registration email to confirm your requirements or request more information.

IBEW Local 26 Chess Tournament
2026-01-31 13:00 | IBEW Local 26 (Lanham), 4371 Parliament Pl Ste C, Lanham, MD, 20706, United States
Planning ahead for the new year? Join Local 26 RENEW and the Baltimore/DC Building Trades for the 2nd Annual Chess Tournament. The tournament will be held at the Lanham, MD Hall on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Scan the QR code below or register here >

2026 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-18
Save the date for the 2026 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference,January 15–18, 2026 at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor.
Join us not only to strengthen the bond between our the labor & civil rights movements, but also to reignite our shared commitment to democracy, and winning racial and economic justice for all.
Learn More and Register >

DMV Tradeswomen Holiday Party
2025-12-06 11:00 | IUPAT DC51, 4700 Boston Way, Lanham, MD, 20706, United States
Come join IUPAT DC51 members for a joyful holiday celebration filled with family fun, festive games, holiday treats, and a special hands-on activity where your child can build their very own glass Christmas tree!
Date: December 6, 2025
Location: IUPAT DC51 4700 Boston Way, Lanham, MD
Start Time: 11 AM
Register here: https://go.iupat.org/6L3Paq
Bring your family, your holiday spirit, and let’s make memories together! *Free Event**SPACE IS LIMITED!*
¡Únete a los miembros de IUPAT DC51 para una alegre celebración navideña llena de diversión familiar, juegos festivos, dulces navideños y una actividad especial donde tu hijo podrá construir su propio árbol de Navidad de cristal!
Fecha: 6 de diciembre de 2025
Lugar: 4700 Boston Way, Lanham, MD
Hora de inicio: 11:00 a. m.
Regístrate aquí: https://go.iupat.org/6L3Paq

¡Trae a tu familia, tu espíritu navideño y creemos recuerdos juntos! * Evento gratuito** El espacio es limitado.*

Raising the Bar Apprenticeship Readiness Info Session
2025-12-06 10:00 | LiUNA Local 710, 3200 Wilkens Ave., Baltimore, MD, 21229, United States
Want to learn a union trade?
Join us for a Raising the Bar info session Dec. 6 @10am at LiUNA Local 710, 3200 Wilkens Ave, Baltimore, MD 21229.
Register for the session at:
https://bdcbt.org/rtb
Raising the Bar is the Baltimore-D.C. Metro Building Trades’ six-week apprenticeship readiness program. With classes offered Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm, Raising the BAR invests in the next generation of union construction workers. This program offers a ladder of opportunity to the middle class for participants and their families through the union construction trades.

NEXT BALTIMORE SESSION classes start Feb. 2, 2026.

Fundraiser for the Federal Worker Solidarity Fund
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:30
The shutdown may be over, but some paychecks are still weeks away and federal workers are suffering. Join the Federal Unionists Network DMV Hub, Free DC, 50501 DC, and Generation Union for this fundraiser to replenish the fund, connect, share stories, and aid our fellow federal workers. RSVP >

UA Local 486 Open House
2025-11-15 09:00 - 14:00 | UA Local 486, 1201 66th St., Rosedale, MD, 21237, United States
All interested parties are welcome to attend!

Learn about UA Local 486 apprenticeship and training.
Try out a virtual welding simulator.
Learn more about Local 486 trades — plumbing, steamfitting, HVAC and welding.

'American Agitators' Reception & Documentary Screening
2025-11-09 17:30 | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
The documentary “American Agitators” captures the inspiring story of organizing for change in the United States through the work of Fred Ross Sr., Dolores Huerta, César Chávez, Fred Ross Jr. and current day organizers, all of whom have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of justice and equality.
Join us on Sunday, November 9, at 5:30 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (901 G St. NW, Washington, D.C.) to attend a special reception and screening of the film.
View the trailer >
