Wednesday, July 31
West Wednesdays: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. For more information, go to facebook.com/justicefortyronewest.
July Wellness Support for Victims of Police Violence: Wellness support for individuals and families harmed by police brutality. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to thesoothecircle.org.
Baltimore City Is Not For Sale: Community learning & panel discussion: Join faith, labor, and community leaders from the Baltimore City Is Not For Sale campaign, along with City Councilmember Odette Ramos, for a panel discussion on right-wing efforts to dismantle Baltimore’s safety net. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, call 410-601-3072 or email info@redemmas.org.
Thursday, August 1
Build Your Skills, Build Your Future with HabiCorps! Virtual Info Session: The construction industry remains incredibly diverse, with jobs available in the commercial, industrial and residential sectors. Get the hands-on experience you need to jump-start your career by training with HabiCorps. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to habitatchesapeake.org.
Friday, August 2
Baltimore Peace Movement Opening Rally: Baltimore Peace Movement ambassadors and squad invite you to their opening rally. Peace Promise Weekend is Aug. 2-4. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of Edmondson and Edgewood. For more information, go to baltimorepeacemovement.com.
World Breastfeeding Week 2024: WIC Breastfeeding/Prenatal Bootcamp Class: An informative and empowering session on breastfeeding and prenatal care. Noon at the Baltimore City WIC Clinic, North Eden Street. For more information, go to healthybabiesbaltimore.com.
Saturday, August 3
Free Housing Symposium Breakfast: Get engaged and network with other housing professionals. 9:30 a.m. to noon at Delta Hotels Baltimore North, 5100 Falls Road. For more information, go to baltimorehealthystart.org.
Metal Detecting 101 with @salvagearc: Learn to discover treasures in your own community’s backyard. All equipment included, no prior experience necessary. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Patterson Park Branch, 158 North Linwood Avenue. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396‑5430.
Sunday, August 4
August G.R.O.W Beyond Creative Barriers: A free, independent productivity session in a group setting where you will learn from research-based best practices in a simple format and to gain control of mindless procrastination and the struggle to complete independent tasks. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For more information, go to goodneighborshop.com.
Monday, August 5
Community Yoga @Refocused: 1st Sundays: Beginner yoga for all ages. Families are welcome. Free but donations are appreciated. Noon to 1 p.m. at 429 North Eutaw Street. For more information, go to refocusedspace.com.
Mental Mondays in West Baltimore: A fun and safe space where individuals can connect and learn about various wellness practices, from yoga, to art, to meditation and everything in between. Every first and third Monday. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Bon Secours Resource Center, 31 South Payson Street. For more information, go to namibaltimore.org.
Lost History of Frederick (Bailey) Douglass & the Lloyd Family of Maryland: Learn about the lost history of Frederick (Bailey) Douglass and the influential Lloyd Family of Maryland’s Eastern Shore across generations and geography in this groundbreaking presentation. 8:30 p.m. to 9:10 p.m. Virtual. For more information, email contactus@losthistoryusa.com.
Tuesday, August 6
Leonard Pitts Jr.: “54 Miles”: An evening with Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and novelist Leonard Pitts, Jr. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396‑5430.
Wednesday, August 7
East Baltimore NAMI Connection Support Group: A free, peer-led support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition or looking for mental health support. 6 p.m. at MorganCARES, 2101 East Biddle Street. For more information, call 410-435-2600.
Thursday, August 8
Let’s Talk Powermapping: A Youth-Led Training and Conversation: Strong Schools Maryland is partnering with Youth as Resources to host a youth-led training on powermapping to better understand the power structures within Baltimore City and the education system. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at SEIU 1199, 611 North Eutaw Street. For more information, go to strongschoolsmaryland.org.
Saturday, August 10
Vermicomposting 101: Join Filbert Street Garden experts on how you can better your gardening, whilst being sustainable. Registration is required. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Enoch Pratt Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to prattlibrary.org or call 410-396‑5430.
Learn How to Become a Habitat Homebuyer | Virtual Information Sessions: During the session, Habitat for Humanity’s Homebuyer Services team will be highlighting our properties throughout Baltimore City, including Orchard Ridge, Milton-Montford, Sandtown, and Pen Lucy. Virtual. 10 a.m. to Noon. For more information, go to habitatchesapeake.org.
Monday, August 12
Baltimore City Health Department Virtual Naloxone Training: Virtual naloxone training from the Baltimore City Health Department Overdose Prevention Team. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to health.baltimorecity.gov/oit.
Tuesday, August 13
Black August: Uplifting the History of Resistance Behind the Walls: Join Baltimore Racial Justice Action to uplift, reflect, and honor the stories of Black political prisoners and resistance from those behind the walls. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Branch, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to bmoreantiracist.org.
Wednesday, August 14
Exploring the Soil Food Web: This field day is a combination discussion and hands-on workshop, focused on the microbiome of healthy soil and the ways that healthy soil supports healthy plants and people. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2159 West Rogers Avenue. For more information, go to farmalliancebaltimore.org.
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