Wednesday, July 3
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.
The AcuSoundBath: Community Acupuncture Sound Bath. Every Tuesday and Wednesday. Suggested donation $22-$222. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Church on the Avenue, 800 West 36th Street. For more information, go to harmonyworksinc.org.
Thursday, July 4
July 4th Bike Ride To Fort McHenry: Celebrate Independence Day with an early morning bike ride to Fort McHenry. 8 a.m. to noon at Catonsville Bicycles and Skateboards, 825 Frederick Road, Catonsville. For more information, go to crtt.org.
Saturday, July 6
Yoga on the Lawn: No need to register. Just show up and bring your mat. 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to cylburn.org.
Donnell Day: A day dedicated to celebrating the life of Donnell Rochester. Free food and care packages, LGBTQ+ legal resources, health education screenings, and music. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Penn and Baker Street. For more information, email: justicefordonnell@gmail.com.
Sunday, July 7
Run/Walk for Palestine: Join Runners4Justice on Sundays to run/walk for Palestine. We know that we are all connected, from Baltimore to Palestine, across the country and around the world, and none of us are free until all of us are free. All paces welcome! Routes will be provided with options for two, three, or four miles. Meet up at 9:15 a.m.; run/walk starts at 9:30. Locations vary. For more information, follow Runners4Justice on Facebook and Instagram, or email runners4justicebalt@gmail.com.
Be You Youth Talent Showcase: A fun-filled event showcasing the creativity and skills of our talented youth. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at R. House, 301 West 29th Street. For more information, call 443-769-7096.
Monday, July 8
Baltimore City Health Department Virtual Naloxone Trainings: Virtual naloxone trainings 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.
Reduce Crime Now!!! Drug Legalization as a Tool for Public Safety: Learn about how drug legalization is not only harm reduction but also a public health, public safety, and racial justice issue. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information, go to nationalcoalitionfordruglegalization.org.
Police Accountability Board Meeting: This meeting of the Police Accountability Board for Baltimore City will be held via Zoom from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, go to civilrights.baltimorecity.gov/meetings-1 or email Samuela.Ansah@BaltimoreCity.Gov.
Downtown RISE: 10-Year Vision Community Session: Join the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore for the first community engagement session on the RISE 10-Year Vision for Downtown Baltimore. 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. at National Aquarium, 501 East Pratt Street. For more information, go to downtownbaltimorerise.com/10-year-vision.
Tuesday, July 9
A Suntastic Guide to Skin Care w/ Free Facial Skin Analysis Screening: July is UV Safety Awareness Month. To honor the month, join this informative event to learn more about the prevention, risk factors, especially those that are prevalent in women, and treatment of the disease. 11 a.m. at CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 South Clinton Street Suite 100. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Wednesday, July 10
Pop-Up NAMI Family Support Group in West Baltimore: NAMI Family Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults 18+ who have a loved one living with a mental health condition. 5:15 p.m. at Bon Secours Community Resource Center, 31 South Payson Street. For more information, go to namibaltimore.org or call 410-435-2600.
Introduction to Homebuying Incentives Virtual Workshop: Learn which Baltimore City loan programs, down payment/closing cost funds, renovation projects, and tax credits you’re eligible for. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to livebaltimore.com.
#RestEasyBby: An intentional space for allowing for rest and rejuvenation for Black and Indigenous community members. (Free) 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at NoMüNoMü, 709 North Howard Street. For more information, go to facebook.com/freebaltimoreyoga.
Thursday, July 11
Netroots Nation 2024: The largest annual convention for the progressive movement.
7/11 – 7/15. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street. For more information, go to netrootsnation.org.
Saturday, July 13
8th Annual Voices of History Street Fair: An annual celebration of community arts, culture and health. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, 1601 East North Avenue. For more information, email doralee.fakunle@greatblacksinwax.org.
Our Community Market: Held the second Saturday of each month until December. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 501 North Athol Avenue. For more information, email: jnjcreations621@gmail.com.
Wednesday, July 17
Baltimore City Commission on Sustainability Monthly Meeting: Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects, and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to baltimoresustainability.org or call 410-396-7526.
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