Queer Men’s Day of Remembrance Vigil
Sun, Aug 10
|Carlton Smith Way
On Sunday, August 10, 2025, we will gather for a powerful and heartfelt evening, Maryland’s First Queer Men’s Day of Remembrance Vigil, held in honor of two beloved leaders, Carlton R. “The Dutchess” Smith and Anthony McCarthy.
Time & Location
Aug 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Carlton Smith Way, 205 W Read St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
About the event
On Sunday, August 10, 2025, we will gather for a powerful and heartfelt evening, Maryland’s First Queer Men’s Day of Remembrance Vigil, held in honor of two beloved leaders, Carlton R. “The Dutchess” Smith and Anthony McCarthy. This evening is a moment for us to reflect, remember, and recommit to fostering a safe, inclusive, and loving environment for Queer men and our broader LGBTQIA+ community.
Location: 205 W. Read St. (Carlton Smith Way), Baltimore, MD
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bring photos or mementos of loved ones you wish to remember.
Shared reflections and moments of silence will guide the program.
We’re asking for your support in two ways:
Help us spread the word: Please share the attached flyer with your networks, on social media, or among community groups.
Join us and bring others: Your presence is a powerful act of remembrance, love, and solidarity.
For questions or more info, feel free to reach out:
Keith Holt – president@mdlgbt.org
Cody Lopez – cody@blaqequitybaltimore.org
Thank you for helping us honor our ancestors, uplift our stories, and hold space for healing.