Regularly Scheduled Activities
These events happen regularly, at the same time and place.
Addictions: Calvary Baptist Church, located on Manchester Road, Dundalk, will host a Reformers Unanimous International (RUI) group, which is an addiction abstinence program. It meets every Thursday at 7 p.m. Info: 410-285-4129.
Adoptees: Adoptees United of Dundalk meets on the first Monday of each month at Watersedge Baptist Church, 3483 Liberty Parkway. Open to adult adoptees and adult natural parents who gave up children for adoption. Info: 443-506-1607.
Old Bike? Got an old bike that isn’t getting use? Want to refurbish one and bring it up to speed? The Velocipede Bike Project takes in old bikes and refurbishes them for new use. It also teaches individuals how to do tune-ups and maintenance. The shop is located at 4 W. Lanvale Street, and is open Wednesdays and Thursdays 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Sundays 2 p.m.-6 p.m. (but on that day only for building up shop bikes worth <$40, no repairs). Info: http://www.velocipedebikeprojec
Cancer Support: Baltimore Cancer Support meets every Monday from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at St. Timothy’s Church, 2120 Dundalk Avenue. Open to patients, caregivers and the bereaved. Info: Geri Booker, 410-671-6828.
Nar-Anon: The Nar-Anon Family Group meets each Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Room 104 at St. Timothy’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2120 Dundalk Avenue. Info: 410- 529-5063. Nar-Anon also meets Saturdays at the North Point Government Center, 7701 Wise Avenue, at 5 p.m. Info: 410-284-1999.
Make Prom Possible: The Priceless Gown Project provides free prom dresses and accessories to high school girls who cannot otherwise afford them. The project is seeking clean, new and nearly new gowns (2002 and newer) as well as accessories, such as costume jewelry, wraps, etc. Monetary donations and donations of services are also appreciated. Info: http://www.pricelessgownproject
Shelter A Pet: Want to pet-sit for the animal of a soldier who is about to be deployed? Two organizations make it possible for civilians to act as foster homes for cats, dogs, birds, fish and more. To sign up to be a foster home, to make monetary donations or for more information on either program, go to the website. The Military Pets Foster Project site is www.netpets.com/, Operation Noble Foster’s site is www.operationnoblefoster.org/.
Kids’ Library Fun: The Canton Branch, 1030 S. Ellwood Avenue, has Mother Goose On the Loose every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. (ages birth-two years) and at 11:30 a.m. for ages 2-4, all with caregivers. Info: 410-396-8548.
The Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, has the following activities for children. Info: 410-396-1580.
“Mother Goose on the Loose” on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for non-walking babies, and at 11:30 a.m. for walking children, all with caregivers.
“Buena Casa, Buena Brasa” (Mother Goose on the Loose in Spanish) every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
“Terrific Twos” with fun for two-year-olds on Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
“Preschool Story Time” on Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.
Meet the Legion! American Legion Post #133, 506 E. Fort Avenue, meets on the first Monday of each month, and meetings are held on the first floor to better accommodate older members. Input and experience are always welcome. Info: Rick Davenport 410-752-5772.
Wish List: The Maryland SPCA and the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter accept donations of everything from copy paper to clumping cat litter. Donations include kennel supplies (such as old blankets or towels to be used as bedding), pet supplies (dog and cat toys) and office supplies (copy paper, printer cartidges, etc.). Full lists can be found on the groups’ websites. The Maryland SPCA, located in Hampden: www.mdspca.org or 410-235-8826, or the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, located in South Baltimore: www.baltimoreanimalshelter.org or 410-396-4695. Note: Can’t get to the shelter? Drop your donations by the Guide office during normal business hours and a volunteer will take them to the shelter for you.
Story Times: The North Point Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., presents drop-in storytimes for preschoolers every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Info: 410-887-7255.
Fraud Detection: The Better Business Bureau of Greater Maryland is looking for volunteers to serve in its Complaint Resolution and Fraud Detection Unit. Volunteers will work with consumers and businesses to resolve problems before they escalate to court proceedings. Info: 410-347-3990, ext. 3009.
Bible Study: Dundalk Church of the Nazarene, 1626 Lynch Road, invites all those interested in attending a Bible study group about Revelations. Classes are held Wednesdays at 7 p.m. All denominations welcome. Info: Michael Fiorenza 410-633-3696.
We Want Your Blood! The American Red Cross has an all-time low blood supply. Make an appointment at a Baltimore donor center by calling 800-448-3543 (800-GIVE LIFE).
Be a Star! Baltimore Youth Hockey, the oldest ice hockey club in central Maryland, will muster two teams for children 7-12 years of age next season, to compete as Patterson Park Stars based at the DiPietro Rink. Info: 410-426-4242 or www.byhstars.org.
Love Kids? CASA Baltimore, or Court Appointed Special Advocates, are seeking volunteers age 21 and up who work as liaisons between abused and neglected children, and the child welfare professional community. Training provided. Info: Cindy Griner 410-244-1465.
Celebrate Recovery: Celebrate Recovery is hosted by Streetlite Christian Fellowship, 1121 Riverside Avenue. Share experience and victory over a hurt, habit or hang-up in this Biblical program. Celebrate Recovery is a “large umbrella” ministry. Everyone is welcome and childcare is provided. Meets every Friday at 7 p.m. Info: 410-539-1406.
Cheer a Soldier: Want to express appreciation to soldiers serving overseas? Use www.anysoldier.com, a program that helps U.S. residents safely send letters, packages and other goodies to soldiers far from home. Info: www.anysoldier.com or Any Soldier Inc., P.O. Box 1929, LaPlata, MD 20646.
Fun Center: Colgate Recreation Council offers its Friday night Fun Center for ages 6-11 years old at Colgate Elementary School, every Friday night when there is school. Children participate in crafts, board games, active games, and all-around fun from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. There is a one-time registration fee of $3 and a weekly cost of $2. Guests are $3 per visit. Sign up between 6:30 and 7 p.m. any Friday after the program starts. Info: Shelly Jones 410-355-0246.
Community Groups: Send us your meeting dates so that we can list them in the Community Calendar. Information can be mailed to The Baltimore Guide at 526 S. Conkling Street, Baltimore, MD 21224, faxed to 410-732-6604, or e-mailed to newsroom@baltimoreguide.com. Deadline for each week’s issue is Friday at noon of the week before. Note: Please provide a contact phone number so that those with questions can get in touch with you.
Computers Aged? Donate old computers to be refurbished so that low-income individuals and groups can find jobs, identify resources, etc. Have one to donate? Want to get one? Info should be sent to mmmacw@juno.com or mail name and information to P.O. Box 27106, Baltimore, MD 21230.
Homeowners: A warning for homeowners who will repair and remodel their homes this summer: The Maryland Home Improvement Commission warns homeowners to use only licensed home improvement contractors to protect themselves from shoddy, incompetent construction and substantial loss caused by using unlicensed contractors. Report any unlawful practices by calling the Commission at 1-888-218-5925.
Cross Roads: Celebrate Recovery meets Fridays from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at Streetlite Christian Fellowship, 1121 Riverside Ave. Cross Roads is a new ministry of Streetlite designed to recover from alcohol or drug addiction. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for fellowship and refreshments. Childcare will be provided. Info: 410-539-1406.
Double-Knit Needed: Have some double-knit fabric or clothing and want to donate it? The Quilters of St. Luke’s can use it to make quilts for the needy. Also needed are regular washable fabric (sheets are nice) for the quilt backing, and yarn to tie the sewn blocks together. All donations are welcomed by the women. Info: 410-285-1312, e-mail Peer04@bcpl.net or stop by the hall of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 1803 Dundalk Avenue on Mondays between 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Hook, Line and Sinker: The free DPW Pocket Guide to Boating and Fishing in City Reservoirs is now available. Boat fishing season opens March 1 at Liberty and Prettyboy reservoirs, and April 6 at Loch Raven. Boating season runs March 1-Dec. 31 at Liberty and Prettyboy reservoirs, and April 6-Nov. 25 at Loch Raven, which has a limited schedule after Labor Day. New this year, watershed regulations now allow the use of rowing shells at all three reservoirs. Info: 410-795-6150.
Family History: Researching the family tree? The Baltimore County Genealogical Society has compiled the interment records from 1892-2002 at St. Stanislaus Cemetery, at one time Baltimore’s premier cemetery for immigrants and their families, and still in active use today. Over 18,000 individual records, including names, addresses, children, spouses, families and other information that provides excellent resources for genealogy research. CDs are $15 plus $3.50 postage/handling. Send to D. Aleshire, 10224 Blandford Way, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Info on the Baltimore County Genealogical Society, on how to locate Polish ancestors: Tom Bocek tpbocek@bcpl.net.
Food Needed: The Center for Poverty Solutions, which provides bags of food for people who need emergency assistance, needs donations of nonperishable food items. Many of the clients are homeless and do not have cooking facilities or refrigerators, so the following items are especially welcome: peanut butter, soup, tuna fish, dry or canned milk, fruits and vegetables, canned meats, crackers and pasta. No glass jars. Bring donations to the center, 2521 N. Charles St., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Facing Foreclosure? Baltimore City homeowners facing the threat of foreclosure can now call 311, where city operators will connect them to legitimate resources including the St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center in Baltimore, which has helped others keep their homes when they might otherwise have become the victims of property flippers. (Homeowners who live outside Baltimore City can call the hotline directly: 1-888-995-HOPE.)
Volunteer: Citizens Review Board for Children has an urgent need for volunteers to serve on the city’s review boards to provide oversight for abused and neglected children in out-of-home placement. Board meets 11 times a year. Info: Sandra Schiller 443-552-2074 or e-mail crbc@dhr.state.md.us.
Health Screenings: Harbor Hospital is offering eligible women free screenings, including mammograms, breast exams and Pap tests. Patients must be women age 40-64, Baltimore City residents, underinsured or uninsured and live on a limited income. Info: 410-350-2001.
Suddenly Single: Friends of Mercy, a support group which helps people adjust to the crisis of being separated, widowed or divorced—”single again,” holds activities including motivational speakers, monthly meetings, discussion groups, social and spiritual gatherings. Most meetings are held at Hiss United Methodist Church, 8700 Harford Road. Info: www.friendsofmercy.org, 410-893-4584, info@friendsofmercy.org.
Go Fish: Patterson Park is starting a Youth Fishing Club for ages 12-16. Take fishing trips, learn about fishing and work on environmental projects. Adult volunters are also needed. Info: Bob Wall 410-396-6136 or robert.Wall@baltimorecity.gov.
Golden Agers: The Berkshire Eastwood Golden Age Club meets every Tuesday in the Berkshire Elementary Recreation Activity Room at 9:30 a.m. to play bingo, go on trips, dine with friends and more. Open to ages 55 and up. Info: 410-887-7160.
Big Dogs: A sofa is a terrible thing to waste. The Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League is looking for loving homes for their “Gentle Giants.” They have about 75 Great Danes that currently need permanent homes or foster homes. Those with a big heart and interested in adopting a big dog, call 410-945-5454 or log onto www.mid-atlanticdanerescue.com.
Sing! Harbor City Music Company, a women’s a cappella chorus, is seeking motivated singers. Rehearsals are held Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Info: 410-647-7773 or e-mail harborcitymusic@comcast.net.
Learn to sing a capella harmony with the Star Spangled Chorus Thursday nights at the North Point Government Center, Merritt Boulevard and Wise Avenue. The Dundalk Chapter of Sweet Adelines International rehearses at 7 p.m. Info: 410-288-0022.
Help Wanted: Harbor Hospital, 3001 S. Hanover Street, is seeking volunteers. Interested adults will help with services to patients, families and visitors. Info: Judith Castro 410-350-3478.
Hoover Ball: Hoover Ball, a game involving heaving medicine balls across a volleyball court, is played in Patterson Park every Sunday at noon. Players needed, no experience necessary. Info: www.fishcore.com/balthoover
Animals! The Humane Society of Baltimore County, 1601 Nicodemus Road, is seeking volunteers age 18 and older to help with animal-related duties. Info: 410-833-8848.
Karate! The Virginia S. Baker Rec Center at Patterson Park has Shokotan karate (adults and kids ages 8 and up) from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays by the Patterson Park Karate Club, a branch of the Maryland Shotokan Karate-do Association (MSKA) which is geared toward traditional martial arts and self-defense, not tournaments. $10/month. New students may begin any time. Wear comfortable clothes. Info: info@mdshotokan.org or www.mdshotokan.org.
Kiwanis: The Kiwanis Club of East Baltimore is seeking individuals to join an almost 60-year-old community-based organization whose main purpose is serving the children in the Southeast Baltimore community. Meets Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. at the Abbott Memorial Presbyterian Church, Highland Avenue and Bank Street. Info: Randolph Veale 410-783-1474 randyveale@aol. com.
Knights Needed: The Knights of Columbus Council 13073 recruit Catholic men over the age of 18. Info: John Beutgen 410 802-3050.
Get the Lead Out: The Coalition to End Childhood Lead Poisoning has volunteer opportunities available, from office assistance to community outreach. Info: 800-370-5323.
Lock the Door: Police detectives are reminding residents to lock their homes (doors and windows), even if they’re only going out to walk the dog, go jogging or run next door to visit a neighbor. There have been multiple burglaries and home invasions in cases where the person has been gone only a few minutes, and even while the person was still at home. Take a moment to make sure car doors stay locked as well. Even in daylight, crime happens. And if you find you’ve been a victim, call 911 immediately.
Make-A-Wish: The Make-A-Wish Foundation is seeking volunteers from Baltimore and surrounding areas to serve as Wish Granters, volunteers who work directly with children to make wishes come true. A special training session is necessary. Info: 410-484-1232 or Lkadish@midatlanticwish.org.
Moral Support: Harbor Hospital offers a number of support groups and regularly scheduled programs:
Adult Day Health Center, for frail and medically handicapped adults, is held Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: 410-350-8260.
Arm-in-Arm, for breast cancer patients and their families, meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the LifeResource Center Library. Info: 410-987-4316 or 410-350-TALK.
Bay Bridge Breathers, for people with emphysema, chronic bronchitis and pulmonary fibrosis, is offered on the second Monday of the month at noon in the LifeResource Center Auditorium.
Harbor Hikers does daily on-your-own walking from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. at the Center in Glen Burnie for people in search of heart-healthy exercise. Free blood pressure screenings on the first and third Thursday of each month from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Marley Milers does daily on-your-own walking, 8 a.m.-10 a.m. at Marley Station Mall. Free blood pressure screenings the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 8 to 10 a.m.
Mother Goose: The Canton Branch of the library, 1030 S. Ellwood Avenue, has “Mother Goose on the Loose” for kids and caregivers every Tuesday. Ages birth-24 months meet at 10 a.m. and ages 2-4 meet at 10:45 a.m. Info: 410-396-8548.
Donating a Vehicle? The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration has released a list of charities licensed as wholesalers, meaning that they can legally accept the gift of a car, van or truck. The list is available at http://www.marylandmva.com. The MVA also has a booklet, “How to Properly Buy, Sell or Donate a Vehicle,” with instructions on how to complete the donation. Info: Any MVA office or visit marylandmva.com, or call 1-800-950-1MVA.
Pet Owners: Baltimore City requires dogs and cats to have current rabies vaccinations and have City licenses. Avoid fines by bringing pets to the Rabies Prevention Clinic the first Saturday of each month at the Municipal Animal Shelter, 301 Stockholm Street, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Dogs, cats and ferrets can be brought up-to-date on their rabies vaccinations for $6.00 each. Animal licenses can also be purchased. Info: Bureau of Animal Control at 410-396-4688. All animal problems should be called into 311.
Got Preschoolers? MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) invites all mothers with children ages birth through kindergarten to attend its program, presented on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Streetlite Christian Fellowship, 1121 Riverside Avenue, 10 a.m.-noon. Childcare and activities will be provided for the children. Mothers can go to connect with other moms and a guest speaker is usually provided. Info: 410-539-1406.
Puppy Love: Canine Companions for Independence (CCI), the national non-profit organization that trains assistance dogs (the dogs who accompany individuals with physical or developmental disabilities), is looking for people interested in becoming volunteer puppy raisers. Info: 800-572-BARK (2275) or www.cci.org.
I Quit: The American Lung Association of Maryland offers a free “Quit Kit” for stopping smoking, including a booklet of tips, a summary of nicotine replacement therapies, strategies for weight control, and a list of smoking cessation programs in local communities. Info: The American Lung Assoc of Maryland 1-800-LUNG-USA or visit www.marylandlung.org.
Register to Vote: Here is the link to download your form, it is SIMPLE, and the address for where to send your form is right on the form itself. http://www.elections.state.md
Run! The Falls Road Running Store, 1622 Thames Street in Fells Point, offers recreational runs in the area for all paces. There are group runs every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:45 p.m. On Tuesday, runs go through the Inner Harbor, on Thursdays, runs go through Canton and Upper Fells. Info on all Falls Road store events: 410-342-0305. On Mondays, the Federal Hill Runners have a run that leaves Federal Hill Fitness at 6:30 p.m., These are both recreational and competitive runners and walkers who train and socialize together in the neighborhood. They meet for a run every Monday evening at 6:30 p.m., leaving from Porters, corner of Riverside and Cross. The course caters to a variety of distances and paces. Only one prerequisite: wear running shoes. Info: federalhillrunners@hotmail.com.
For Kicks: Adults of all skill levels are invited to play community soccer on Saturdays (weather permitting) at 5 p.m. at Riverside Park. Bring a light and dark shirt and water. Details: Chris at 410-539-1922.
Volunteer: The Maryland Science Center is looking for volunteers to serve as bus greeters and information guides during the week and/or weekend. Training is provided. Info: 410-545-5894 or twashington@mdsci.org
Seniors: On Wednesdays, there’s the Variety Seniors Club at Farring-Baybrook Recreation Center, 4501 Farring Court, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Program for ages 50 and up with disabilities who live in the community. The club meets throughout the fall and winter months for table games, arts and crafts and special informative programs related to senior issues and day trips. Limited transportation on a first-come, first-served basis is available for Baltimore residents. The cost is $1 per week. Info: 410-396-1550.
Soccer Stats: Information on games and scheduling, as well as directions, can be obtained by going to the Maryland State Soccer website (www.marylandsoccer.com) and clicking on “Cups and Tournaments.” Results can also be obtained online.
Soup Kitchen: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 7834 Eastern Blvd., Eastpoint, offers a soup kitchen on the last Saturday of every month from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, entrance on Bank Street. Info: 410-288-0537.
Story Times: The North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., has story times for ages 2-6 every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Info: 410-887-7255. All programs are free. Info: 410-887-7255.
In the Swing: Swing dancing is taught free of charge every Monday evening at Austin Grill, 2400 Boston Street. Info: www.charmcityswing.com 410-534-0606.
Toddlers and Moms: Toddlers, infants and moms can enjoy Tuesday and Thursday mornings out every week from 9-11 a.m. at Riverside Baptist Church, Randall and Johnson streets. Info: 410-539-3813.
French? Polish? German? If you speak any of these languages, plus English, the Red Cross needs your skills for its Holocaust and War Victims Tracing Center in Baltimore. Time is voluntary and requires about four hours a week, Monday-Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. in the Red Cross headquarters in Northwest Baltimore, although some volunteers work from home. Info: Terry Karloff, Office of Volunteers, 410-764-4602.
Walk Beyond: A new workout and wellness program for women meets in Patterson Park, at the corner of Eastern and Linwood avenues, rain or shine, running Monday through Thursday, beginning this week, 8 a.m. Child care is not provided, but young children in strollers are welcome. Wear workout clothing appropriate to the weather. Info: Shanna 207-671-7687.
Wheelchair Sports: The Metro Wheelchair Basketball League plays at Farring-Baybrook Recreation Center, 4501 Farring Court, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. There is play every Tuesday in the league, which is open to ages 14 and up, all skill levels. Registration is $10/person. Info: 410-396-7072.
Yoga: Yoga is offered in various locations around the Southeast. On Mondays, an “all levels” yoga class is offered at 6:30 p.m. in the Virginia S. Baker Rec Center in Patterson Park. On Tuesdays at 4:45 p.m., “Easing Into Yoga” classes (for seniors, pregnant women or individuals recovering from an illness) are held at the Hatton Center, Fait and Linwood avenues. “Easing” is followed by a Basics class at 6:15 p.m., and a Continuing class at 7:30 p.m. With all classes except “Easing” (which has a voluntary donation), the first class is free, then $10 per class. Info: Linda Howard 410-947-8796, or easingintoyoga.com.
Want to submit a regularly scheduled meeting for our web calendar? E-mail information to newsroom@baltimoreguide.com, fax to 410-732-6604, or mail to Community Calendar, Baltimore Guide, 526 S. Conkling Street, Baltimore, MD 21224.
