Community Calendar

HIV Testing: Centro de la Communidad and the Baltimore City Health Department host the National HIV Testing Day Health Fair at the Creative Alliance, Eastern and East avenues, on June 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free HIV and syphilis tests, as well as screenings for diabetes, cholesterol and lead exposure. Info: Alfredo Santiago 410-675-88906, ext. 108.
Crime Prevention: The Southern District Police Community Relations Council holds COP walks as follows. Inclement weather policy: If it is over 90 degrees at 6 p.m. or if the weather forecast is calling for thunder/electrical storms or if it is raining, the walk is cancelled.
Wednesday, June 27, 7 p.m., Pigtown, meet at The Village Center (Bath House), 904 Washington Blvd.
Thursday, June 28, 7 p.m., Brooklyn, meet at The Park and Ride, Hanover Street at Frankfurst Avenue.
Thursday, July 12, 7 p.m., Otterbein/Sharp Leadenhall, meet at S. Sharp and W. Henrietta streets
Tuesday, July 17, 7 p.m., Carrollton Ridge, meet at Samuel F. B. Morse Recreation Center, Pulaski and Ashton streets.
Wed, July 25, 7 p.m., Pigtown, meet at The Village Center (Bath House), 904 Washington Blvd.
Thursday, July 26, 7 p.m., Brooklyn, meet at The Hargrove District Courthouse, 700 E Patapsco Avenue.
Info: Jack Baker jackbaker@sdpcrc.org, 443-831-0538, www.sdpcrc.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 childre. 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.
Go Fish! Family Fun Fishing Nights are presented each Thursday in June, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Patterson Park Boat Lake. BYO bait and rod, or use one of the park’s. The next is offered on June 28. Info: 410-396-9392.
Outdoor Movies: Come to Federal Hill and bring your lawn chair, picnic blanket or yoga mat, and enjoy the ambience of free outdoor movies projected onto a screen held by the big golden hand at the American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Highway. Movies start at 9 p.m., the museum is open free (donations accepted) betwen 5 p.m.-9 p.m. The next movie is Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” on June 28. Rain location: the Tall Sculpture Barn. Info: 410-244-1900, www.avam.org.
Vacation Bible School: Vacation Bible School is offered from July 23-27, with the theme of “Lift Off! Soaring to New Heights with God,” from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for kindergarten-grade 5 at Salem United Methodist Church, 3405 Gough Street. Registration will be held at the church on Thursday, June 28 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m., and on Saturday, July 7 from 10 a.m.-noon. Info: 410-661-3709.
Carnival: St. Michael Parish, corner of E. Lombard and S. Wolfe Street, holds its carnival from June 29-July 1. Friday hours are 6 p.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 5 p.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday 1:30 p.m.-6 p.m. Wheels, games, raffles, food including steamed shrimp and crab cakes. Info: 410-276-1646.
Sojourner-Douglass: Sojourner-Douglass College, 500 N. Caroline Street, holds a reception for its alumni on Saturday, July 7 at noon. RSVP by June 29 to Marshear Marsh 410-276-1844, ext. 280.
At the Fort: On Saturday, June 30 at 6 p.m., there will be a special evening military tattoo ceremony featuring the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team and Chesapeake Concert Band. Joining them on the field will be the fifes and drums of the Fort McHenry Guard Field Music. The Guard will wear the uniform of the 1814 defenders of Baltimore, will do a cannon drill, musket exercise and a bayonet demonstration. The evening program concludes with the audience folding the Fort’s flag. The evening ceremony is free, and parking is provided on-site. Info: 410-962-4290.
Ironbirds: The Catholic Community of South Baltimore’s Young Adult Ministry has its annual Aberdeen Ironbirds outing on Saturday, June 30. The game against the Staten Island Yankees begins at 7 p.m. with fireworks to follow. Cost is $14 per person. Transportation on your own. Info: Chris Welsh 410-752-8498, ext. 1123 or sbcatholics@yahoo.com.
Breaking Bread: St. Peter Lutheran Church, 7834 Eastern Avenue, holds a free soup kitchen in its fellowship hall on the last Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for those who are lonely, hungry, in need of warm clothing, or just want some the company of others. The next will be held on June 30. Use the Bank Street entrance. Info: 410-288-0537
Christian Music Skate: Northpoint Skateland, 1111 Northpoint Road, hosts a Christian music skate on the first Monday of each month, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., $4/person, skate rentals $1.50/person. All faiths are welcome. Special youth group rates for groups of 15 or more (all together) $3/person. The next will be on July 2. Info: Charles: 410-292-9786, Charlessussan@msn.com.
Police and Community: The Southeastern District Police Community Relations Council Public Meeting meets on Monday July 2, 7 p.m. at the Southeastern Police District, 5710 Eastern Avenue, use the entrance in the rear of the building. Don’t forget to get tickets for the crab feast on Aug. 22 at Capt. James Landing. Info: www.sepcrc.org.
Carroll Park: The Friends of Carroll Park meet at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at Waymans Church,1305-07 Washington Blvd. between Bayard and S. Carey streets. The next meeting will be July 3. Info: Gary 410-366-3434.
At the Pratt: The Light Street Branch, Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1251 Light Street, offers free programs. Info on all activities: 410-396-1096.
“Mother Goose on the Loose” is offered on Wednesdays, (except July 4 and Aug. 15, 22 and 29), 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. The 10 a.m. session is for non-walking children and the 11 a.m. session is for walking children.  Parents/caregivers should choose the session that best fits their children’s needs.
Be sure to sign up for Summer Reading Programs for all ages. There are programs for the “read-to-me” set, elementary school and teens and adults as well. Prizes and give-aways and reading adventures for everyone. Sign up at the Light Street Branch now. The programs end on Aug. 4. Don’t get left in the dust.
“Super Terp to the Rescue” on Tuesday, July 3, 11 a.m. Learn about pollution threats to the Chesapeake Bay, visit the hands-on Discovery Lab to play games and meet live Bay animals.  Presented by the Aquarium on Wheels.
The Friends of the Light Street Branch meet on Thursday, July 12, 6:15 p.m. New Friends are always welcome.
“The Flying Tortoise Puppet Show” is held on Tuesday, July 17, 11 a.m. It’s a puppet show about a trickster tortoise named Mbeku, presented by Carolyn Koerber.
There’s “Jewelry Making” on Monday, July 16,  6:30 p.m. for teens. Can you say bling bling? Learn how to turn a hobby into a business.
Movie Night: “Homeward Bound” is offered on Thursday, July 19, 6 p.m. Bring your dinner. The library will supply popcorn and drinks.
“Community Collage” is offered on Tuesday, July 24, 1 p.m. for ages 6-12.  Create a masterpiece with your neighbors. Be inspired by artwork from our picture books and create your own collage.
“Living History: A Child’s Early Maryland” is offered on Monday, July 30, 6:30 p.m. Experience a colonial child’s life in this hands-on history demonstration from the Mount Clare Museum House.
“Tall Tales of the Wild, Wild West” is offered on Tuesday, July 31, 11 a.m. Saddle up for a hilarious ride through American folklore.  Listen to stories featuring Paul Bunyan and Pecos Bill with lots of audience participation.
“Life is a Highway” is offered on Monday, Aug. 6, 6 p.m.
The road ends for the summer reading program.  Refuel and refresh at the Light Street Cruise In.
“Slime, Scales and Solutions” is offered on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 11 a.m. Meet live reptiles and amphibians and learn about the problems facing their homes. Presented by the Aquarium on Wheels.
Friends of the Light Street branch meet on Thursday, Aug. 9, 6:15  p.m. New Friends are always welcome.
“Hip-Hop Dance” is offered on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 4 p.m. for teens. Learn some of the same hip hop dance moves used by favorite artists.
“Tootlin’ All Day” is offered on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m. for ages birth to five. Experience a musical ‘Summer Fun’ adventure filled with songs, stories, sing-a-longs, and puppetry.
Gymnastics/Dance: Mora Crossman Rec Center, 701 S. Rappolla Street, holds ongoing registration for summer classes for ages 4 and up in tumbling and gymnastics as well as tap and ballet, with all classes beginning in July. Gymnastics begins July 2 and runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 p.m.-6 p.m, $50/seven weeks. Dance begins on July 11, and will be held on Wednesdays, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., $50/seven weeks. Payment by money order only, payable to Director of Finance. The center is open weekdays 2 p.m.-9 p.m. (2 p.m.-6 p.m. on Tuesdays through the end of the school year). There are also spots on the 9 a.m.-3p.m. weekday summer camp for ages 5-12. Info: 410-396-9222.
Artists Wanted: The Highlandtown Arts and Entertainment District wants artists and craftspeople to show their wares at “Art-ket at the Market” on Saturdays from July 14-Oct. 27, 8 a.m.-noon at Bank and Conkling streets in conjunction with the Highlandtown Farmers Market. Info: Hilary 410-342-3960 or info@ART-ket.com.
Wedgwood: The exhibit, “Three Centuries of Wedgwood at Mount Clare,” with over 300 wares produced over more than three hundred years by Josiah Wedgwood & Sons, has been extended and will be at Mount Clare Museum now through Saturday July 7. The house is open for guided tours Tuesday through Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. Info: 410-837-3262 or www.mountclare.org.
Trips: The following trips benefit Sr. Julietta Siedlecka School in Poland:
July 6 to Atlantic City, N.J.
Aug. 5 to Delaware Park Racetrack and Casino with races and casino opening 1 p.m.
Sept. 7 to Dover Downs, Del.
Sept. 9 to Cherry Hill, N.J. Polish Festival
Sept. 21 to Green Dragon Market, Ephrata, Pa. with seven large market buildings and indoor/outdoor shops.
Oct. 3 to Harrah’s, Chester, Pa.
Nov. 7 to Atlantic City, N.J.
Nov. 12-16 to Las Vegas, Nev. at the Golden Nugget.
Dec. 5 to Charlestown, W.Va.
Dec. 7-9, New York City
Call in advance for information on all trips: Gloria 410-276-1025.
About Schools: “School Community Conversations” will be held on Wednesday, July 11 at the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue. From 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. come for help filling out free library cards (bring picture I.D.) and learn how to use the library’s computers free. At 6 p.m., a free dinner will be served. From 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., discuss issues and concerns about schools in the Southeast. The discussion is for adults and for children ages 12 and up. child care activities for those younger than 12 will be provided free of charge. Call in advance to request child care. Info: 410-545-1871.
Carnival! The South Baltimore Little League carnival returns to the Little League fields, 1103 E. Fort Avenue, from July 16-21, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Advance ticket sales are now on. Advance tickets for Mondays-Thursdays allow kids to ride all night for $10 each. Purchase by July 16. Buy tickets at the concession stands or call Ron Krenzer at 410-804-5379.
Cooperstown or Bust! Fortview Community Softball has openings on its bus trip to Cooperstown to see Cal Ripken inducted into the Hall of Fame, on Saturday, July 28-Sunday, July 29, staying overnight at the YMCA. Info: Larry 410-633-6672.
Swann Park: The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has completed its report on Swann Park, and is seeking public comment. All comments received through July 30 will be accepted. Send comments to: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, ATTN: Records Center, 1600 Clifton Road, NE (Mail Stop E-60), Atlanta, GA 30333. The Baltimore City Health Department requests that copies also be sent to: Rianna Brown, Baltimore City Health Department, 210 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore MD 21202. Need to review an online copy of the report? Go to http://cts.vresp.com/c/?BaltimoreCityHealthD/5f4d047e8b/a6a676d4de/f47ca0d626.
Back To School: Galilee Baptist Church, 2440 North Point Road, is holding a collection for school supplies to be distributed to needy students in August. Backpacks and other materials are needed. Info: Patricia Lacy 410-633-2766.
Crab Feast: The Southeastern District Police Community Relations Council crab feast is held on Wednesday, Aug. 22, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at Captain James Landing, 2127 Boston Street. $38/person before Aug. 17, $43/person Aug. 18-at the door. Mail check or Money Order to SEDP-CRC P.O. Box 25795 Baltimore, MD 21224. Payment on Pay Pal (Electronic transactions add $ 5 handling fee and post mailing fee). Info: www.sepcrc.org/events.html, semelsedpcrc@aol.com.
JustFaith: Looking for an opportunity to learn more about your faith and build community in our parishes? The 30-week JustFAITH program offers an intensive study of the Christian’s call to address the needs of the world in a small group setting. Weekly meetings, regular reading, retreats and immersion experiences. Participation will be limited to the first 12 registrants. The program will run from mid-September ‘07 to mid-May ‘08.  Info: Laurie Latuda at 410-385-2601 or lmlatuda@aol.com.
Maritime Magic: The Living Classrooms Foundation hosts its benefit partyon Friday, Sept. 28,6 p.m.-midnight, with food from numerous caterers and restaurants, at the Living Classrooms Foundation’s Frederick Douglass/ Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames Street. $100/person in advance. Info:  410-685-0295 or www.livingclassrooms.org.
Trips: Community College of Baltimore County offers trips for pleasure or for the educational experience.Registration is open now:
Alpine Christmas- December 7-14 in Austria and Southern Bavaria. Info: 410-780-6717.
Costa Rica: A Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Experience, January (date TBA). Info: 410-455-4174.
Vietnam, Jan. 3-17. Info: 410-465-1285.
Literary London with Shakespeare, Pepys, Dickens and Woolf- May 21-28. Info/cost, etc: 410-285-9886.
Info: www.ccbcmd.edu/internationaltravel.