Wednesday, July 17
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.
New Song Community Learning Center Diaper Giveaway: Free diapers at no cost. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at New Song Community Learning Center, 1530 Presstman Street. For more information, go to momcares.org.
Serving Up Wisdom: Demystifying Accessibility Luncheon and interactive presentation on the history and impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the importance of accessibility and inclusive practices. 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Enoch Pratt Free Library, Central Library, 400 Cathedral Street. For more information or to arrange for free transportation, email mmccaully@prattlibrary.org or call 410-396-5494.
Baltimore City Commission on Sustainability Monthly Meeting: 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.
Preparing Your Credit for Homebuying Virtual Workshop: Learn about how your credit is evaluated by mortgage lenders when buying a home and ways to improve it. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to livebaltimore.com.
Tool Care + Sharpening: Join the Farm Alliance of Baltimore and the Station North Tool Library for a hands-on workshop dedicated to the essential skills of tool sharpening and maintenance. ($15) 6 p.m to 8 p.m., at 1310 Homewood Avenue. For more information, go to the6thbranch.org/markets.
Thursday, July 18
Baltimore City Health Department Virtual Naloxone Training Virtual naloxone training from the Baltimore City Health Department Overdose Prevention Team. noon to 1 p.m. Virtual. For more information, go to health.baltimorecity.gov/oit.
Learn How to Become a Habitat Homebuyer: Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake’s homebuyer services team will highlight available properties throughout Baltimore City. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Virtual. For more information, email mdubois@habitatchesapeake.org or call 443-297-9574.
Saturday, July 20
Social Impact Saturday—Volunteer + Cookout: Volunteers will help prepare the space for a pollinator garden, build garden beds, provide seating for the pollinator garden, define tree saplings, and more. Closed-toed shoes are required, and work boots are recommended. 9 a.m. to noon at Stillmeadow Peace Park, 5110 Frederick Avenue. For more information, go to breakadifference.org.
Infant Feeding Basics with The Womb Room: Learn the essentials of feeding your little one at this workshop on infant feeding. CareFirst Insurance is not required. 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, 1501 South Clinton Street. For more information, go to wombroom.mom, email support@wombroom.mom, call 410-450-4600, or go to carefirst.com/cec.
Backyard Goats 101 Workshop and class about goat ownership in Baltimore City. The class will cover goat ownership, city permitting around goats, space and environments for healthy goats, and more. Free. 11 a.m. at 1317 Filbert Street. For more information, email asmith@prattlibrary.org, or go to filbertstreetgarden.org.
Veterans’ Health and Career Resource Fair Access support for your well-being and professional development, free resources, lunch, massages, and presentations. 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 South Clinton Street, Suite 100. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Sunday, July 21
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.
Monday, July 22
Baltimore City Council Meeting: Special meeting of the Baltimore City Council. Noon at Baltimore City Hall, 100 North Holliday Street. For more information, go to baltimorecitycouncil.com or call 410-396-4804.
Tuesday, July 23
Complete Streets Advisory Committee: The Complete Streets Advisory Committee meets at least four times per year to discuss the development of the Complete Streets Manual, propose complete streets projects, and encourage interagency collaboration. 2 p.m. Virtual. Log on at buff.ly/4dfjWYX or call in at 408-418-9388. For more information, email DOT-Community@BaltimoreCity.gov or call 410-396-6802.
Baltimore City Schools Public Board Meeting: Virtual. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org or call 443-984-2000.
Wednesday, July 24
Career and Resource Fair: Find jobs at People Ready, Catholic Charities, and CareFirst. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at GEDCO, 401 Woodbourne Avenue. For more information, go to bit.ly/gedco24 or moed.baltimorecity.gov.
Community Meeting: Unveiling the Liberty Dog Park & Open Space Project Learn how this vibrant new green space will enhance our community, connect residents and visitors, and inspire future development. Community members are encouraged to attend, provide valuable input, and help name the new park. Free, but registration is required. 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at CFG Bank Arena, 201 West Baltimore Street. For more information call 410- 244-1030 or go to godowntownbaltimore.com.
Friday, July 26
Expungement Clinic: Expungement clinics can provide legal representation, information, and assistance with the paperwork and process of expungement, which can be complex and expensive. Services are free. No appointment necessary. Noon to 5 p.m. 901 North Milton Avenue, Suite 340. For more information, call 443-977-6692 or go to pivotprogram.org.
Saturday, July 27
First-Time Homebuyer Seminar with the Latino Economic Development Center: A first-time homebuyer seminar, presented by the Latino Economic Development Center. Topics will include navigating the process of buying a home in Baltimore, getting the best mortgage for your financial situation, and how your credit history, personal budget and personal finances could influence your future success. Free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 South Clinton Street, Suite 100. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Community Wellness Fair: Enjoy health screenings, fitness workouts, financial and legal services, educational resources, and other fun activities. Presented by St. Francis Neighborhood Center and Reading Kingdoms. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Francis Neighborhood Center, 2405 Linden Avenue. For vendor sign-up and inquiries, contact Angela Miller at angela@stfranciscenter.org.
Monday, July 29
Free Community Resource Fair: Opportunity to connect with various organizations and access valuable resources in one place. No registration required. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, 1501 South Clinton Street. For more information call 410-450-4600, or go to carefirst.com/cec.
Wednesday, July 31
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 and City Council and what we can do together to fight back. 7 p.m. at Red Emma’s, 3128 Greenmount Avenue. For more information, call 410-601-3072 or email: info@redemmas.org
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