Community Calendar

Veterans Day: Veterans Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11. There will be no collection of trash, bulk or recyclables. Trash and recycling make-up day will be Saturday, Nov. 14 for those whose pick-up day was disrupted by the holiday. Parking meters must be fed and all parking restrictions (including residential permit parking) must be observed. Don’t forget to fly the flag, and be sure to thank a veteran for his or her service. For municipal service information, call 311.
Fells Prospect: Fells Prospect Community Organization meets at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in the meeting hall of Holy Rosary Church, Chester and Bank streets. Note: No meeting in December. Info: Kate Richardson katecrichardson@gmail.com.
Lunch with the Knights: The Knights of Columbus #4606, 1338 Hull Street, have box lunches every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $8 each with dessert and beverage. On Nov. 11, bratwurst with sauteed onions. On Nov. 18, roast pork loin with sauerkraut. Free delivery with five or more orders. Info/orders: 410-244-0690.
Pastors And Churches: The Gateway Pastors and Churches Association meets on Nov. 11, 9:30 a.m. at the Double T Diner on Pulaski Highway. New members welcome.  Info: Rev. Rick Metzger 443-622-7647.
Dinner With Officers: Have dinner with officers who protect the Southern District on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at Digital Harbor High School, 1101 Covington Street. Info/RSVP:  Neighborhood Services Unit 410-354-5169.
Soccer for Kicks! The following activities are offered at the William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion, 4300 West Bay Avenue. Info/registration: Kay Overton after 12 noon, 410-396-5782.
“In-House Drop-In Soccer League” for ages 8-13 continues every Wednesday to Dec. 9, $5/child.
“In-House Drop-In Soccer League” for ages 14 and over continues every Monday to Nov. 23, $5/person.
Sign Up For Soccer Tourney: Central Maryland Soccer Association is accepting team registrations for its 22nd annual Thanksgiving Classic soccer tournament, set for Nov. 27-29. Matches will be played at North Point Government Center, Dundalk Elementary School and other Southeast sites as needed. The tourney is USSF sanctioned and open to school, recreation and club-affiliated youth teams in the Mid-Atlantic. Registration forms are available at the tournament website, cmasoccer.com. For info call 410-363-8610 or email scorenews@aol.com.
Drop-In Basketball: There’s drop-in pick-up basketball every Thursday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, corner of Pratt and Clinton streets in Baltimore. Play between 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. will be for age 20 and younger. From 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m., ages 20 and up can play. Enter on the Pratt Street side. Info: Pastor Mark Parker 443-683-2582.
Hampstead Hill: The Hampstead Hill Association will meet on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. in the library  (now located on the first floor) of the Hampstead Hill Academy, 500 S. Linwood Ave. Info: Jean Pula JPPula@gmail.com, Joe Manfre joesocst@aol.com, hampsteadhillassociation.com.
Charter School: Patterson Park Public Charter School has kindergarten visiting days on Nov. 12 and 18, 9 a.m.  Info/RSVP: 410-558-1230, enrollment@pppcs.org, www.pppcs.org.
Feasts And Roasts: The Knights of Columbus #4606, 1338 Hull Street, has a shrimp feast and bull roast on Saturday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m.-11 p.m. with music, wheels and more, $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Info: Mickey Roach 410-685-7515.
The Southeastern District Police Community Relation Council’s 4th bull and oyster roast is on May 1 at 2010 UAW Hall, 1010 Oldham Street. More information is forthcoming. Info: daart_2@hotmail.com
Crime Prevention: The Southern District Police Community Relations Council holds COP walks as follows. Note: Unless otherwise specified, all walks are 7 p.m. Check the website for rules and policies, and for weather-related cancellations of walks. Info: Jack Baker jackbaker@sdpcrc.org, 443-831-0538, www.sdpcrc.org.
Thursday, Nov. 12, Otterbein/Sharp Leadenhall: meet at S. Sharp and W. Henrietta streets
Friday, Nov. 13 (DAYTIME COP – 1 p.m.), Barre Circle/Camden Crossing, meet at Washington Blvd. and Scott Street
Monday, Nov. 16, Hollins Roundhouse: meet at the Black Cherry Puppet Theater, 1115 Hollins Street
Tuesday, Nov. 17, Westport: meet at Annapolis Road and Russell Street
Wednesday, Nov. 18: Locust Point: meet at the Himalayan House Restaurant, 1522 E. Fort Avenue
Bingo! St. Brigid, 900 S. East Avenue, has bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m. to benefit the Tuition Assistance Fund. Packages are $9 and $15. Info: MaryClaire or Jo Ellen at 410-563-1717.
The Belles of Good Counsel will host bingo on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Hall, E. Fort Ave. and Towson St. Admission is $20. Refreshments available. Proceeds benefit the charity fund. For tickets contact Cheryl, 410-241-0982.
St. Casimir Church Hall (Kolbe Center), 2736 O’Donnell Street, has non-smoking, handicap-accessible bingo every Saturday, opening 11 am, refreshments sold, $8/person. The next is Nov. 14. Proceeds benefit the school. Info: 410-360-9591.
Our Lady of Fatima School will host bingo on Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m. in the school hall. Games begin at 7. Tickets are $5 advance and $7 at the door. Call Angie, 410-984-6360 for tickets and info.
St. Rita Church, 2905 Dunleer Road, Dundalk, has bingo on Friday, Nov. 20, opening 5:30 p.m., ticket required, $15 advance, $20 at door, children must have ticket to play. Reserve by Nov. 12 to be entered into drawing. Reserve in advance for parties of 6 or more. Info: Chris Ames 410-282-7611.
The Edgemere Volunteer Fire Hall, 7500 North Point Road, has bingo to benefit Battle Grove Elementary School on Nov. 20, $15 in advance, $20 at door. Patty 410-477-5448.
Dundalk High Class of ‘85 has holiday bingo on Saturday, Nov. 21, opening 4:30 p.m. at the Patapsco Masonic Center, 2 Trading Place, $20/person in advance, $25 at the door. Info: Patty 410-388-0464.
Dinner with the Knights: The Knights of Columbus #4606, 1338 Hull Street, host a crab cake dinner on Friday, Nov. 13, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Info/orders: 410-244-0690.
Basement Bars: The Highlandtown Basement Bar tour takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2 p.m.-6 p.m., starting from Schiavone Fine Art, 244 S. Highland Avenue, with a San Martino reception at 4 p.m. at DiPasquale’s Italian Market, 3700 Gough Street, with roasted chestnuts. Put your basement on the map by registering at www.highlandtown.com, or pick up forms at DiPasquale’s. Admission to attend is $20/person. Info on signing up to attend or being part of the tour: Daniel Schiavone 410-534-2212, vino@highlandtown.com.
Love Songs: Want to help the University of Maryland Medical System and hear great music? On Nov. 14 at 8 p.m., the Hippodrome hosts a benefit concert, “Under the Covers — Timeless Love Songs” featuring Chip Weinman with special guest Sheena Easton, $32 and $52/person. Info: 410-837-SEAT, 410-837-7400.
Canton Clean-Up: The next monthly clean-up in Canton is held on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. Info: 410-342-0900 (24 hour voice mail), www.cantoncommunity.org.
Reunions: Patterson High School Class of 1964 holds a 45th reunion on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Del Capri, 302 German Hill Road, $35/person. Info: Bernadette Williams 443-690-6120.
The New Outlook Pioneers (formerly the Telephone Pioneers of America) hold their annual Christmas party on Dec. 9 at Columbus Gardens. Anyone who worked at the Broening Highway plant is eligible to come and reminisce. Ticket deadline: Dec. 1. Info: Jack Dohony 410-426-1722.
Dunbar High School class of ‘59 is looking for classmates. Info: Louise 410-521-1005.
The Patapsco High School Class of 1989 reunion committee is looking for contact information for missing classmates for their upcoming 20 year reunion celebration. Info: Valeria Pappas at vpappas@medicine.umaryland.edu or 410-732-8935.
Plant The Park! Join Friends of Patterson Park on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 9 a.m. to help plant bulbs and trees around the park. Meet at the white house. Rain date is Nov. 15 (same time). There will be coffee and donuts. Be sure to dress warmly and in layers. Friends will provide gloves but feel free to bring you own. Put in as much or as little time as you like. Info/RSVP: volunteer@pattersonpark.com.
Tiny Tot Safari: The Audubon Society offers Tiny Tot Safaris, fun and educational programs for ages 2-5 with an adult, in Patterson Park. $5/child donation requested. The next will be “Fall Adventure” on Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., or Thursday, Nov. 19, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Learn how wildlife, trees and other park inhabitants are preparing for the cold winter. Make a craft and explore. To register, call 410-558-2473 or e-mail PPAudubon@gmail.com. Register no less than 2 days before the program.
Patterson Place COP: Patterson Place Neighborhood holds its Citizens On Patrol walk on thethird Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Meet at the intersections of Patterson Park Ave and Baltimore Street. The next will be held on Nov. 16. Info: Summer Foust sfoust@scandh.com
Highlandtown: The Highlandtown Community Association meets on the third Monday of each month, 7 p.m.-8 p.m. at Salem United Methodist Church, 3407 Gough Street. The next meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 16.
School And Community: The Harbor View Neighborhood Association meeting about Baltimore Community High School meets on Monday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m. at the Ateaze Center, 7401 Holabird Avenue. Info: Melissa Allen 443-983-7676. The meeting between Graceland Park Improvement Association and Baltimore Community High School officials will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at the school, 6820 Fait Avenue.  info: Babe Grabowski 410-288-4046, gpiamd@verizon.net.
Tailgate Benefit: The Downtown Partnership of Baltimore offers a “Tailgate to End Hunger” on Monday, Nov. 16, 6:30 p.m. at Frank & Nic’s West End Grill, 511 W. Pratt Street, with silent auction, food and bar, $75/person. Info: www.godowntownbaltimore.com.
Federal Hill: Federal Hill Neighborhood Association will meet Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 701 S. Charles St. For info visit www.federalhillna.org.
Greektown: Greektown CDC meets on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 6 p.m. at St. Nicholas Church, 520 S. Ponca Street. Info: 410-327-3306.
Save the Legion: A meeting regarding American Legion Post #133-Fort McHenry will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. at Hogan’s Alley, 501 E. Fort Avenue. Those interested in joining or volunteering are welcome as well. Information on membership eligibility can be found on the Legion’s website, www.legion.org. Additional info: Ronald Holcombe 443-854-0990.
Hire A Vet: A career fair, designed to showcase careers available in the area, will be offered to veterans and military service members on Thursday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at M&T Stadium, 1101 Russell Street. The RecruitMilitary Opportunity Expo is expected to draw 300 veterans including recently returning troops and other veterans and service members, and their spouses. Information about employment, entrepreneurship, and educational opportunities will be available. Info: www.recruitmilitary.com/
Grants Available: The Southside Marketplace donates $10,000 annually to be distributed to organizations that provide a public service for the benefit of the South Baltimore Peninsula community. The grant committee is now accepting applications for funds to be awarded in the 2010 year. Info: Dave Hirst at hirsthaven@verizon.net. Deadline: January 29, 2010.
Young Writers: The Baltimore Science Fiction Society, headquartered in Highlandtown, is sponsoring its Young Writers Contest for ages 14-18, who write in the field of sci-fi or fantasy. Submissions should be no more than 2,500 words. Cash prizes. Deadline is March 31, 2010. Info: ywc@balticon.org, BSFS 410-563-2737.
Help Kids: Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is seeking volunteers age 21 and up to work with abused and neglected children in the city. Info: Cindy Griner 410-244-1465.
Celebrate Recovery: Dundalk Church of the Nazarene, 1627 Lynch Road, holds Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered substance recovery program, every Thursday from 7 p.m-9 p.m. Info: Michael 410-633-3696.
Cleaning House? The Baltimore International Rescue Committee is collecting basic necessities for Maryland’s refugee students and their families. Items on the wish list include English dictionaries, cooking supplies, gently used winter clothing, school supplies, computers, printers, televisions, microwaves, radios, lamps, irons, clocks, phones, used bikes, used automobiles, gently used furniture, and more. Donations are tax deductible and can be dropped off during business hours at their office at The Baltimore Resettlement Center, 3516 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224. To arrange pickup for furniture/larger items, contact Dan Kunimoto, Logistics Coordinator, at dan.kunimoto@theIRC.org. For other questions, call Jessica Li, Advocacy & Outreach Coordinator, at 410-558-3182 or by e-mail at jessica.li@theIRC.org.
Old Shoes? Want to donate old shoes to someone in need? Drop them off at the donation bin at Finish Line in Eastpoint Mall (get store hours by calling 410-288-3324), or Holabird Sports, 9220 Pulaski Highway (410-687-6400).
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. In case of inclement weather, call the contact numbers listed for information on whether the event is still being held.