Community Calendar

What’s Happening? It’s that time of year again — time for community flea markets, picnics and block parties, as well as vacation Bible schools, outdoor movies, festivals, carnivals and more. We are asking individuals to send information on such events to The Baltimore Guide so that we can include them in our 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: Include all information on events including a phone number where people can call with any questions.
Feral Cats: The Maryland SPCA, Maryland Feline Society, Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter, and Alley Cat Allies are developing free community outreach and humane education programs, and will offer low-cost spay/neuter clinics for outdoor stray and feral cats. The workshops will provide information on safe care for outdoor cats and on how to stop the cycle of breeding with Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR). The workshop will address caring for outdoor cats and building inexpensive shelters, and other information. Sessions are held as follows:
Maryland SPCA, 3300 Falls Road:
Wednesday, May 7, 7 p.m.
Wednesday June 4, 7 p.m.
Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), 301 Stockholm Street
Thursday, May 15, 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 19, 7 p.m.
(Reservatons are appreciated, but not required.) Info: www.alleycat.org/baltimore, alleycat@alleycat.org, 240-482-1988.
Greektown COP: There is a Citizens On Patrol walk in Greektown on Wednesday, May 7, 6 p.m., beginning from the Wachovia Bank parking lot, Oldham Street and Eastern Avenue. Info: 410-327-3306.
Happy Hour: There’s a happy hour for Highlandtown artists and neighbors on Wednesday, May 7 at the Laughing Pint, 3 p.m.-7 p.m.
Preschool Openings: United Evangelical Church has openings in fall programs for preschoolers age 2, 3 and 4. Info: Concetta Clark 410-995-0118.
Women’s Lunch: The Baltimore Christian Women’s Connection holds a lunch on Wednesday, May 14, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (doors open 11 a.m.) at the Sparrows Point Country Club, 919 Wise Avenue. RSVP by May 7. Info: Shirl 410-284-4095.
Kid Stuff: The North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., has free drop-in story times for preschoolers (who must be accompanied by adults) every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
On Wednesday, May 7, there’s “Bilingual Story Time” at 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-6 who must be accompanied by adults.
On Thursday, May 8 at 10:30 a.m., there’s “Baby Boosters” with developmental play for ages 0-23 months. Pre-registration is required. Info on all activities: 410-887-7255.
Bilingual? On Thursday, May 8, there’s “Start a New Conversation @ Your Library” with casual conversation for beginning speakers of English and Spanish at the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, 5:30 p.m.
Grieving? “Seeds of Hope,” a bereavement group offered at Johns Hopkins Bayview, meets on Thursday, May 8, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. in the conference room of the Bayview Care Center. Complimentary parking in the mid-campus lot near the care center. Info: Jane Schindler 410-550-0291.
Computer 101: On Thursday, May 8, the North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., has “Computer Know-How At The Library” at 2 p.m., a hands-on demonstration and talk for ages 13 and up. Info: 410-887-7255.
Fishing Fun: Catch and release Family Fishing Fun nights will be held every Thursday 6 p.m.-8 p.m. in May and June, at the Patterson Park Boat Lake. The next will be held on May 8. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is $1 per person. Bring your own fishing rod or borrow one (provided each Thursday). Bait will be provided. Info: 410-396-9392 or 410-396-6136.
Hampstead Hill: Hampstead Hill Association meets at Hampstead Hill Academy (entrance on Linwood Avenue off Eastern Avenue) from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. The next meeting will be May 8. Info: Sue Thompson Sueuniques@aol.com, 443-827-0751.
A Little Night Music: The fourth annual Hampstead Hill Nights with free live outdoor music return to Hampstead Hill Academy at Linwood and Fleet Streets. Gates open 5:30 p.m. rain or shine and concerts begin 6 p.m. Donations welcome. No alcoholic beverages or pets. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Food and snacks sold. BYO blankets and lawn chairs. On Thursday, May 8, Mariachi Azteca, a traditional Mexican mariachi group, performs. Other concerts with different artists held on May 15, 22 and 29. Info: Hampstead Hill Academy 410-396-9146.
Hey, Teens: Every Thursday, there’s “Just for Teens: Anime Warriors” with films, discussion and refreshments at the Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Road, 3 p.m. The next are Thursday, May 8 and May 15.
Every Tuesday, ages 10-14 can participate in “The 3:30 Art Club” after school at the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue.
On Thursday, May 8, there’s “Teen Writing Workshop.” Bring your ideas for stories, poems, or lyrics and take part in a writing exercise at the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, 6 p.m.
On Thursdays, May 8 and May 15, there’s “Teen Cinemateque” with films, discussions and refreshments, at the Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Road, 5 p.m.
On Tuesday, May 13, there’s “Just for Teens: Checkers Champs,” a tournament for checkers players at the Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Road, 3 p.m.
On Thursday, May 15, 6 p.m., there’s “Just For Teens: Club JAPAN: Just A Perfect Anime Night 2.0” with anime films and TV shows, at the Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue.
Bull Roast: A bull roast to honor the memory of Michael “Ironhead”Blackmon will be held Friday, May 8, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. at Del Capri, 302 German Hill Rd. Tickets are $35; proceeds benefit the Dundalk High School stadium project and a scholarship for an outstanding student. For tickets and info call 410-288-3837.
Spring Fest: Citizens for Washington Hill hosts its first annual Spring Fest and flea market on May 9-10. Festivities begin with a happy hour at Arcos Restaurant in the unit block of Broadway from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday’s events will be from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. in City Springs Park. Games will be provided for all ages. Info/reservations: 410-563-2333, www.washingtonhill.us
Jewish Mothers: On May 10, B’nai Israel, 27 Lloyd Street, has a 9 a.m. service followed by an 11 a.m. presentation in honor of Mother’s Day, “Judaism and the Matriarchs,” followed by Oneg Shabbat to honor all mothers.
Movie Night: Friends of Patterson Park sponsor free family-friendly movies in the Patterson Park extension, corner of Ellwood and Eastern avenues, on the hill near the soccer field. The next movie is on May 10, 8:30 p.m., and is “Over the Hedge.” BYO picnic blankets, yoga mats or lawn chairs. Info: 410-276-3676.
Red Line: The Mayor’s Red Line Community Summit is held at the Baltimore Convention Center on Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration is free and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. The proposed Red Line is a 12 mile, east-west transit corridor connecting the areas of Woodlawn, Edmondson Village, West Baltimore, downtown Baltimore, Inner Harbor East, Fells Point, Canton and the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Campus. For more information about the Red Line Study, go to www.baltimoreredline.com. To register for the summit, go to www.mayorsredlinesummit.com or contact Danyell Diggs, Red Line Coordinator at 410-396-6856.
Softball Parade: Fortview Community Softball holds its opening day parade on Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m. beginning from Eastern and Ellwood avenues. with games, pictures and food at the Bonvegna Fields on East Avenue and Boston Street afterward.
Park Life: Gensler, in collaboration with Tilt Studio Foundation, Baltimore City Recreation & Parks and Friends of Patterson Park will design, implement and install the free Park Life/City Movement exhibit in Patterson Park, on display in Patterson Park on May 10-11 to help raise awareness for TreeBaltimore as well as reinforce the value of our tree canopy, city parks and green spaces. Family-friendly activities will be offered near the north side of the boat lake on Saturday, May 10 from noon-4 p.m. Info: 410-276-3676.
Bingo! Dundalk High School Class of ‘85 has bingo at the Patapsco Masonic Center, 2 Trading Place, on Saturday, May 10, opening 4:30 p.m., $20/person in advance, $25 at the door (if available). Info: 410-388-0464, DundalkHigh1985@aol.com.
Holy Rosary Church, 408 S. Chester Street, has lunch and bingo on Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m., $10/person. Info: 410-732-3960.
St. Brigid Sodality has lunch and bingo on Tuesday, May 13, 11:30 a.m. in the school hall, East Avenue and Hudson Street, $10/person. Info: 410-732-6261.
Dundalk American Legion Auxiliary #38, 3300 Dundalk Avenue, has lunch and bingo on Tuesday, May 13, doors open 10:30 a.m., $6/person. Info: Barbara 410-284-5655.
Flea Markets! The Butchers Hill Flea Market and Craft Fair is scheduled for Patterson Park on Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: 410-675-4948, tori.simms@kimball.com. Space reservations: Bev bhfleamarket@yahoo.com.
Eastfield Stanbrook, off Merritt Blvd. in Dundalk, has a flea market on all 22 streets on Saturday, May 10 (rain date May 17), 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Info: 410-285-7399.
Nazareth Lutheran Church, Bank Street and Highland Avenue holds a flea market and community event on Saturday, May 10, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., rain or shine. Food available in the new Prayer Garden outside, weather permitting. Free Spanish-language Bibles and blood pressure screenings for all. Openings in the church choir. Info: www.nazarthonline.org.
Field Hockey! A free field hockey clinic, sponsored by the city and open to all middle school-age girls, is offered on Saturdays this spring from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. at Ortman Field near the intersection of Baltimore Street and Kenwood Avenue. All equipment provided; wear comfortable athletic clothes such as shorts or sweats. Info: Tarik Brown 410-396-7016.
Pagoda Team: On Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m.-noon, volunteers are encouraged to turn out for stair-sweeping, window-washing and garden-weeding at the pagoda. Donuts and coffee will be available. Get the pagoda ready for visitors who come during the hours of noon-6 p.m. Info: lesley@pattersonpark.com.
House Tour: Fells Point holds its historic house tour on Sunday, May 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $15/person in advance, $18 day of tour. Info/tickets: 410-675-6750, www.preservationsociety.com
Worship Time: St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1803 Dundalk Avenue, now holds Sunday worship at 10 a.m. with Sunday school beginning 9 a.m. All are welcome. Info: 410-633-5374.
Study Hall: The North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., free tutoring and homework help for ages 11-17 in all subjects, including foreign languages, 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m., on Sunday, May 11. Reservations required: 410-887-7255.
Be A Friend: There’s a meeting of the Friends of the Canton Branch of the library on Monday, May 12 at the Canton branch, 1030 S. Ellwood Avenue, 6:30 p.m. New Friends are always welcome.
Computer 101: The North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., has “Intro to the Internet” on Tuesday, May 13, 7 p.m., for ages 13 and up. Reservations required: 410-887-7255.
Dog Park: The Canton Dog Park public meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Canton Cove Condos Conference Room, 2901 Boston Street, 7 p.m. The next meeting will be on May 13. The dog park is always in need of donations of plastic bags (the kind newspapers or groceries come in) that can be used for clean-up. Please place bags in the receptacle on the small dog side of the park. Info: 410-342-0900 (24-hour voice mail), dogpark@cantoncommunity.org.
Asthma? On Wednesday, May 14, there’s a program, “Asthma: New Treatment Guidelines,” presented by a representative of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, at the Canton Branch, 1030 S. Ellwood Avenue, 6:30 p.m.
Bus Trips: St. Francis of Assisi Sodality has a bus trip to NYC on Sept. 10 to see John Waters’ “Cry Baby.” $125/person, with deposit of $75 due immediately and balance no later than Aug. 11. Dinner on your own. Info: 410-488-3162.
Ladies Night: Audubon Society offers a ladies night at the Virginia S. Baker Rec Center on Wednesday, May 14, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of candle making. $5/person donation requested. Registration required. Info: 410-558-BIRD.
Fells Prospect: Fells Prospect’s community association meets on May 14, 7:30 p.m. in the meeting hall of Holy Rosary Church, Chester and Bank streets. Info: Kate Richardson, katecrichardson@gmail.com.
Special Needs Kids? Parents of children with special needs can take a break while their kids — and their sibs — get free respite care provided by a special education teacher on May 17, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Streetlite Christian Fellowship in Federal Hill. Reservations/info: Jessie 703-963-5347, streetlitespecialneeds@gmail.com.
Art Show: The 42nd annual Dundalk Art Show is set for Sunday, May 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Veterans Park in historic Dundalk Village. Artists, sculptors, photographers and craftsmen can compete in various age groups, from elementary school to senior citzens. Info: 410-284-2331.
Kid Stuff: The North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., has free drop-in story times for preschoolers (who must be accompanied by adults) every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Info on all activities: 410-887-7255.
Cruise: The women’s group of St. Luke’s Church, 1803 Dundalk Avenue, have a bus trip to Annapolis and a cruise aboard the Harbor Queen on Thursday, May 29, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., $30/person, lunch on your own and tme for shopping. Info: 410-284-0783.
Rosies: The Baltimore Chapter of the American Rosie the Riveters is hosting the national gathering of Rosies in Baltimore on June 20-22 and is in search of Maryland women who worked during WWII, as well as their families, friends and supporters. Info: 410-825-8559 or e-mail Baltimorerosies@aol.com.
Crime Prevention: The Southern District Police Community Relations Council holds COP walks as follows. Inclement weather policy: Check the website for weather-related cancellations of walks. At least five community members must be present or the walk will be cancelled and the officer sent back on duty. Note: Unless otherwise specified, all walks are 7 p.m. Dog policy: Owners are responsible for the behavior of their pet and must clean up after them. Owners must walk their own dogs and are liable for any damages to property or injury to citizens, police officers or other walkers caused by their pets. Info: Jack Baker jackbaker@sdpcrc.org, 443-831-0538, www.sdpcrc.org.
Wednesday, May 7, 7 p.m., Barre Circle/Camden Crossing, meet at Shahrazad’s Restaurant, 771 Washington Blvd.
Thursday, May 8, Otterbein/Sharp Leadenhall, 7 p.m., S. Sharp and W. Henrietta streeets.
Friday, May 9, daytime COP, 1 p.m., Barre Circle/Camden Crossing, meet at Evelyn’s Cafe, 784 Washington Blvd.
Monday, May 12, 7 p.m., Federal Hill/Federal Hill South, 7 p.m., meet at Porter’s Pub, E. Cross Street and Riverside Avenue.
Tuesday, May 13, Curtis Bay, 7 p.m., meet at the Curtis Bay Recreation Center, Curtis Avenue and Filbert Street.
Wednesday, May 14, 7 p.m., Carrollton Ridge, meet at Samuel F. B. Morse Recreation Center, Pulaski and Ashton streets.
Book Sale: There is a used book sale sponsored by Friends of the Light Street Branch at the Light Street Branch, 1251 Light Street, noon-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. The sale continues on Friday, May 9, noon-4:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Maps: “Maps on Purpose, with children’s mapping activities, opens on Thursday, May 8, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street. The exhibit is on view from through Saturday, June 14. Info: www.school33.org/.
One Park: There’s an opening receptionn for “One Park” on Thursday, May 8, 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. at The Current Gallery, 30 S. Calvert Street, a collaborative research project that looks at four underused greenspaces on South Baltimore’s Middle Branch. See historical maps, research documents and original photography and mapping.
Fried Oysters! There is a fried oyster dinner on Friday, May 9 at Knights of Columbus #4606, 1338 Hull Street, Locust Point, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., eat in or carry-out. Mark the calendar for a crab cake dinner on Friday, May 23. Info: Linda 410-244-0690.
Jewish Mothers: On May 10, B’nai Israel, 27 Lloyd Street, has a 9 a.m. service followed by an 11 a.m. presentation in honor of Mother’s Day, “Judaism and the Matriarchs,” followed by Oneg Shabbat to honor all mothers.
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, for up to age three with caregivers, is presented on Wednesdays, 10 a.m.
Preschool Story Time, for ages three to five with caregivers, is offered on Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
“Find A Furry Friend” on Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meet and greet cats and dogs available for adoption through BARCS (Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter).
“Baltimore Tea Party” is held on Tuesday, May 13, 4 p.m. for all ages. Wear your tea party best and join us for stories, activities and refreshments.
Field Hockey! A free field hockey clinic, sponsored by the city and open to all middle school-age girls, is offered on Saturdays this spring from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. at Ortman Field in Patterson Park. Ortman Field is located near the intersection of Baltimore Street and Kenwood Avenue. All equipment provided. Info: Tarik Brown 410-396-7016.
Lecture Series: The American Visionary Art Museum, 800 Key Highway, has a lecture series that coordinates with its “All Faiths Beautiful” exhibit. Info on any lecture: 410-244-1900, www.avam.org. On May 12 at 7 p.m., see Patch Adams from the Gesundheit Institute.
Bingo! Randall Street Church, Randall and Belt streets, has bingo on Monday, May 12, 7 p.m., $3/person, food available. Info: Joyce 410-661-9240.
Pee-Wee Preakness: Want to get into the competitive spirit without the horses? Come to the Pee Wee Preakness and watch tykes race on bouncy hippity-hops while clowns and costumed characters cheer on the junior jockeys, 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 13 at Federal Hill Park located on Warren Street near Battery Avenue.
Special Needs Kids? Parents of children with special needs can take a break while their kids — and their sibs — get free respite care provided by a special education teacher on May 17, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Streetlite Christian Fellowship in Federal Hill. Reservations: Jessie 703-963-5347, streetlitespecialneeds@gmail.com.
Art Show: The 42nd annual Dundalk Art Show is set for Sunday, May 18, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Veterans Park in historic Dundalk Village. Artists, sculptors, photographers and craftsmen can compete in various age groups, from elementary school to senior citzens. Info: 410-284-2331.
Drop-In Soccer: Wm. J. Myers Soccer Pavilion, 4300 W. Bay Avenue, has open play soccer on a drop-in basis for ages 8-13 now through June 16, 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m., $5/person. Under 18 must have parent’s permission in writing. Flat bottom shoes only, all skill levels welcome. Info: Kay Overton 410-396-5782.
To Your Health: Harbor Hospital hosts the following community health events. Unless otherwise specified, events are free and are held at Harbor Hospital Life Resource Center, 2990 S. Hanover Street. Register in advance for all events. Info/direction: 410-350-2563 or www.harborhospital.org/
“Skin Cancer Screening” is offered on Wednesday, May 14, 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Most skin cancers are curable if diagnosed and treated in the early stages, so get a free skin cancer screening. Registration is required.
Items for Community Calendar 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: In case of inclement weather, call the contact numbers listed for information on whether the event is still being held.