What is the Building Exceptional Rapport Initiative (BERI)?

BERI is an event aimed at bridging the gap between Baltimore City residents and essential resources, promoting a healthy and sustainable community through face-to-face interactions with local businesses and organizations.

Are there different types of tickets available?

Yes! We offer Donation Tickets to support our initiative and Free Tickets for those who wish to attend without making a financial contribution.

What if I can no longer attend the event?

If you can’t attend, please let us know as soon as possible. Depending on the ticket type, we may be able to provide options for transferring your ticket; donations are nonrefundable.

Is the event family-friendly?

Yes! We encourage families to attend and participate in the community-building activities.

How can I get involved beyond attending the event?

We welcome volunteers and partnerships! Please contact us at erapportre@gmail.com for more information on how you can contribute to our mission.

3rd Annual BERi Event

By BERi

Overview

Dive into a vibrant gathering designed to empower residents of Baltimore!

🌟 Strengthening Baltimore Communities One Experience at a Time 🌟

What to Expect

Join us for the 3rd Annual BERi Event on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM at The Lot! This interactive community gathering is all about connection, empowerment, and sustainability.

Enjoy a day of learning, networking, games, and fun while connecting with neighbors, local businesses, and organizations dedicated to strengthening Baltimore’s social, economic, and environmental well-being.

Event Highlights

✨ Interactive Enrichment
Peace of Mind with Peter Van Buren of Sheng Zhen Maryland
Cultivate mindfulness and intentional social impact.

Budget like a Boss with DeShawna Jones a.k.a. Miss CEO
Build financial confidence and longevity.

African Drumming with Brother Moziah
Celebrate heritage, harmony, and community rhythm.

🌱 Kid’s Korner
Hands-on environmental activities for children to learn about sustainability and responsible waste practices.

💈 Free Haircuts
Compliments of Young Elder, helping you look and feel your best.

🎶 Live Music and Entertainment
Performances by Black Assets, Jonte Luki, and C. Jai, bringing Baltimore’s energy and creativity to life.

🎉 Games, Networking, and Raffles
Play interactive games, meet new friends, and win exciting raffle prizes.

🍴 Free Food and Community Connection
Enjoy local bites while discovering resources that empower healthier, more sustainable living.

By joining, Baltimore residents will explore environmental, economic, and social sustainability in a fun, engaging way while building stronger, more connected communities.

Be part of the movement and mark your calendar for November 22, 2025 at The Lot!

Category: Community, City & Town

Good to know

Highlights

4 hours
In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

The Lot

4500 Harford Road

Baltimore, MD 21214

How do you want to get there?

Driving Public transport Biking Walking

Agenda

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Doors Open / Networking Segment

Open Remarks announced!

Interactive Enrichment: Peace of Mind

Peter Van Buren

Find your inner balance and cultivate community harmony in this interactive session led by peace facilitator Peter Van Buren of Sheng Zhen Maryland. This experience focuses on mindfulness, meditation/prayer, and intentional peace practices as tools for personal and social progress. Through collective meditation, reflective journaling, and moments of quiet prayer, participants will explore how inner calm can fuel outer change. Join us and take a mindful step toward building peace, within yourself, your community, and beyond.

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