Union Day @ The Commanders
2025-09-07 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | MD
On September 7, join the Community Services Agency for Union Day at the Washington Commanders to cheer on Old DC versus the New York Giants.
All ticket sales include a donation to the Community Services Agency. To purchase tickets, email Chris Ortega at the Washington Commanders.

40th Annual Ernie Grecco Memorial Memorial Golf Classic
2025-09-12 | Rocky Point Golf Course, 1935 Back River Neck Rd., Essex, MD, 21221, United States
It’s about solidarity, fun, and giving back. Join us for our 40th Annual Ernie Grecco Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday, September 12 at Rocky Point Golf Course!
For more information contact Community Services of Central Maryland Director William Parks at 410-500-8081 or by email at wparks@mbaflcio.org.

2nd DC Council Vote on RFK Stadium
2025-09-17 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The DC Council will hold a second and final vote on the RFK Stadium redevelopment deal on September 17th. This vote will be a confirmation of the initial approval granted on August 1st, according to the DC Council.
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Commanders’ RFK stadium plan passes first D.C. City Council vote in major step forward for development
Aug. 1, 2025
CBS Sports

Returning Citizens Life Skills Training & Resources
2025-09-17 10:00 - 12:00 | American Job Center National Harbor at Tanger Outlets, 6800 Oxon Hill Rd, Suite 298, Oxon Hill, MD, 20745, United States
Are you a returning citizen ready to build a better future? Reenter the workforce with confidence. This workshop offers returning citizens employment resources, training opportunities and the support to help you succeed.
➡️ WALK-INS ARE WELCOME | ⬇️ Download Flyer

Medicaid Turns 60: A Celebration of Our Lives
2025-09-25 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 5901 36th Ave., Hyattsville, MD, 20783, United States
Maryland is fighting back against Medicaid cuts! Join us to celebrate Medicaid’s 60th Anniversary and hear from impacted individuals, elected officials, and organization allies on what’s at stake and how we plan to defend Medicaid.
Attendees will get a brief lesson in the history of the Medicaid program and what changes we can expect. We will hear from key elected state officials championing healthcare, organizational allies engaged in the fight to defend Medicaid, and impacted individuals who will speak to what’s at stake.
Join us to build community resilience. Dinner will be provided as well as local music performances.
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IBEW 26 Motorcycle Riders' Club Poker Run
2025-09-27 09:00 | IBEW Local 26 (Manassas), 7016 Infantry Ridge Road, Manassas, VA, 20109, United States
Registration 9:00 am
Kickstands up 10:00 am
Start: IBEW Local 26, Manassas, VA, Office
7016 Infantry Ridge Road
Manassas, VA 20109
End: Grain and Grog
7960 Crescent Park Drive
Gainesville, VA 20155
3 Stops Along Route
Best Poker Hand Wins $200
Worst Poker Hand Wins $100
All bikes and riders are welcome to participate! Pre-registered players will receive a free t-shirt if registration forms are received before August 29th. Registration on the day of the Run is $40 but does not guarantee a t-shirt. We are expecting great weather!
Registration due August 29.
Download and send in your registration form today!

Steamfitters Local 602 Annual Open House
2025-10-04 | Steamfitters Local 602, 8509 Ardwick Ardmore Rd, Landover, MD, 20785, United States
Join Steamfitters Local 602 on Saturday, October 4th, for their Annual Open House! Learn about the application process, school operations, and get your questions answered.
All interested parties are welcome to attend — no reservation required (space is limited).
📍 8509 Ardwick Ardmore Rd, Landover, MD
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025 | Arrive by noon
👉 Note: Applications will not be taken at the event.
The next apprenticeship application period opens November 1, 2025.
More info: 602training.org/application-process

Labor Night at D.C. United
2025-10-04 14:30 | Audi Field, 100 Potomac Ave SW, Washington, DC, 20024, United States
Get ready for an exhilarating Labor Night at Audi Field! Join us at 2:30 PM as DC United takes on Charlotte FC in an unforgettable showdown. Not only will you witness thrilling soccer action, but you’ll also be supporting a great cause—$5 from every ticket sold will be donated to the Community Services Agency!
Buy individual tickets here » For orders of 10 tickets or more, contact Eliyana at efloyd@dcunited.com or 202-335-4417.

Conversation with Cory McCray: The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life
2025-10-06 18:00 - 19:00 | AFL-CIO, 815 Black Lives Matter Plaza NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
Join us in the Solidarity Room at the AFL-CIO Headquarters on Monday, October 6th from 6:00–7:00 PM for a special book event with Cory V. McCray.
In his debut book, The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life, McCray presents a practical guide on how mentorship, skilled trades, and second chances can open doors and create lasting opportunities. Interwoven with his biography — from growing up in Baltimore to becoming a journeyman electrician and, eventually, serving in the Maryland State Senate — McCray shows how grit and access to the right pathways can transform not only one life but entire communities.
This event will feature an in-depth conversation, a discussion of the book’s themes, and an opportunity for attendees to reflect on how communities can build stronger foundations for the next generation. A book signing will follow the program.
This is a FREE event. RSVP to get your ticket >

Union Trades Career Fair
2025-10-08 08:00 - 14:00 | IUOE Local 37 Training School, 5021 North Point Blvd, Baltimore, MD, 21219, United States

Community Services 2025 Holiday Basket Donations
2025-10-20 - 2025-11-25 | Metropolitan Baltimore Council, AFL-CIO, 2701 W. Patapsco Ave., Suite #110, Baltimore, MD, 21230, United States
Community Services of Central Maryland’s Annual Holiday Baskets Giveaway is fast approaching. Help support union members in need this holiday season by showing your solidarity.
Toys and non-perishable food items can be donated at the Metro Baltimore Council office at 2701 W. Patapsco Ave., Suite #110, Baltimore, MD 21230. Office hours are from 9am to 5pm.
For monetary donations, checks can be made out to: AFL-CIO Community Services of Central MD, earmarked “Food Pantry.”
Questions? Contact William Parks at 443-500-8081 or wparks@mbalfcio.org

IBEW Local 24 @ Balt. Mayor's Fall Cleanup & Day of Service
2025-10-25 07:00 - 12:00 | MD
Baltimore City Department of Public Works (DPW), and the Mayor’s Office are calling on residents and labor unions to register now for the Mayor’s Fall Clean-Up and Day of Service. IBEW Local 24 is answering the call again for the Day of Service around Baltimore City.
Join IBEW members at the hall on October 25th at 2701 W Patapsco Ave #200, Baltimore, MD 21230 at 7 AM, for coffee and donuts before leaving for the clean up location.
Wear your union shirt, hats and any other memorabilia as we show up and show out for Baltimore. Raise awareness in the city about the power of union labor!
RSVP for the Day of Service >
Contact EWMC at ewmc24@gmail.com with any questions.

VA Labor Walk with IUPAT DC 51
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Fredericksburg Labor Walk, 911 Charles St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Join IUPAT DC 51 on Saturday, October 25 at 911 Charles Street in Fredericksburg, VA for their Labor Walk because elections matter, and real change starts with showing up!

Breakfast will be provided—but more importantly, they need YOU there.

Local races directly impact our jobs, our families, and our futures. The best way to protect our rights and strengthen our union voice is by getting involved.

Let’s walk together, speak up together, and fight together.
One Union. One Family. One Fight.

For more information, call Roxy at 301-440-6663.

Plumbers & Gasfitters Local 5 Halloween Open House
2025-10-25 17:00 - 20:00 | Plumbers & Gasfitters Local 5 Training Facility, 5000 Forbes Blvd., Lanham, MD, 20706
The Plumbers Local 5 Apprenticeship Student Council is hosting its 4th Annual Haunted Open House — and it’s going to be a frightfully good time!
Mission BBQ • Drinks • Candy Stations • Photobooth • S’mores Station • Haunted Maze • Coloring Activities • Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins, etc.…
There’s something for everyone. Apprentices, Local 5 Members, family and friends are welcome.
Interested in Volunteering? Sign up below!
If you are available to volunteer the day of, please sign up as a volunteer using the link below. If you would like to donate decorations, candy, etc. please contact the front office at 301-552-3505 or email the front office staff at info@local5plumbers.org. We appreciate your support!
Call or email the training facility with any questions.

Don’t miss it—mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate with Local 5!
RSVP TODAY >

'The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life' Discussion + Q&A
2025-10-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
Interested in mentorship, skilled trades & second chances? Join IBEW Local 24 Journeyman and MD State Senator @corymccray this coming Monday @ MCPL for storytelling & inspiration.

The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life
Rockville Memorial Library
Monday, 10/27
6-8 pm

REGISTER: https://mcpl.link/Senator-McCray

Bring your questions! The session will include a discussion, audience Q&A, and reflections on how communities can build stronger pathways for the next generation.
Sen. McCray will be signing his autobiography, The Apprenticeship That Saved My Life. The book will be available at the event for purchase from Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, Inc. (FOLMC).

Blue Line Corridor Coalition Launch Event
2025-10-29 09:00 - 11:00 | MD
Something big is brewing in Prince George’s County.Join the Washington DC LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation) and The Capital Market of 20743 on October 29th at 9am for the official launch of the Blue Line Corridor Coalition (BLCC) — a community-led effort driving transformation across the corridor through collaboration, investment, and innovation.

Hear from local leaders
Visit The Turnip Café pop-up
Celebrate early wins in housing, placemaking, and leadership

RSVP for the event today >
To learn more or get involved or get involved with the coaltion, visit bluelinecc.org

UA Local 486 - Apprenticeship Application Window Opens
2025-11-03 08:00 - 2026-01-31 17:00 | MD
Photo: UA Local 486
The application window for the 2026-2027 school year of the UA Local 486 apprenticeship program will open up on November 3rd, 2025. Applications will be accepted through January 31st, 2026.
All applicants are required to complete a math assessment. A passing score is necessary for the Joint Apprenticeship Application Committee to process your application.
Learn more at www.getpiping.com

'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 >

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.

Fundraiser for the Federal Worker Solidarity Fund
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:30 | MD
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 >

The Working Vote Series (Baltimore City)
2025-12-04 17:30 - 20:30 | MD
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.

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.

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.*

The Working Vote Series (Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County)
2025-12-09 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-13 17:30 - 20:00 | MD
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.

Maryland Works for Wind - Info Session
2025-12-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-21 09:00 - 11:00
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 >

2026 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference
2026-01-15 - 2026-01-18 | MD
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 >

The Working Vote Series (Baltimore County, Harford County, Cecil County)
2026-01-28 17:30 - 20:30 | MD
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.

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 >
