Take me home
Pamsy wants to go home with you.
Pamsy (10518821) is a sweet, pretty, five year old pit bull terrier mix. She was picked up on a Baltimore City street as a stray. She is available for adoption at The Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), 301 Stockholm St., where she is a favorite with the staff. She is housebroken. Included with the $65 adoption are spay/neuter surgery; vaccinations for rabies, DHLPP and bordatella; de-worming, a flea preventative, a general examination, a food sample, and even a month of free health insurance. For info and hours check www.baltimoreanimalshelter.org.
Wednesday, June 9
Fells Prospect: Fells Prospect Community Organization will meet Wednesday, June 9 at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Rosary Church Hall, Chester St. and Eastern Ave. Info: Kate Richardson: katecrichardson@gmail.com.
See The Light: The Light Street Branch of the Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1251 Light Street, has the following programs. Info on all activities: 410-396-1096.
“Mother Goose on the Loose” is held on Wednesdays, 10:15 a.m. for children up to the age of three with their caregivers.
“Preschool Storytime” is held on Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m. for ages 3-5 with their caregivers.
“Summer Reading Splash-Off” is held on Saturday, June 12, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. for all ages. Sign up for summer reading, create sidewalk chalk art and enjoy a cold treat.
“Book Bunch” is held on Tuesday, June 15, 4 p.m. for ages 6-12. Book discussion, activities and after school snack.
Parish Carnival! Our Lady of Fatima Church, 6400 E. Pratt St. at Kane Street, has its outdoor carnival through Saturday, June 12, open 7 p.m. daily. Bingo, food, rides, entertainment and more. Info: 410-633-9393.
Red Line Planning: Volunteers needed for the Red Line Station Area Advisory committees. Help decide station locations, designs, work with traffic issues, station naming and more. Info/nomination form: www.baltimoreredline.com until Aug. 25.
Crime Prevention: The Southern District Police Community Relations Council holds COP walks as follows. Walks begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Check the website for rules and policies, weather-related cancellations of walks. Info: Jack Baker jackbaker@sdpcrc.org, 443-831-0538, www.sdpcrc.org.
Wednesday, June 9, 6:30 p.m., Carrollton Ridge-meet at the Samuel F. B. Morse Recreation Center, Pulaski and Ashton streets
Thursday, June 10, Otterbein/Sharp Leadenhall-meet at S. Sharp and W. Henrieta streets
Tuesday, June 15, Curtis Bay-meet at the Curtis Bay Recreation Center, Curtis Avenue and Filbert Street
Thursday, June 10
Go Fish: There’s catch and release fishing fun every Thursday 6 p.m.-8 p.m. in June at the Boat Lake in Patterson Park, All children must be accompanied by an adult. BYO rod and tackle or borrow one of the park’s loaners. Bait will be provided. Info: Angie Wanner 410-396-9392, Bob Wall 410-396-6136. Weather cancellation hotline (day of event only) 410-396-7078.
Greek Fest: The St. Nicholas Greek Folk Festival runs at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 520 S. Ponca St. Thursday, June 10 (7 p.m.-11 p.m.), Friday, June 11 (11 a.m.-11 p.m.), Saturday, June 12 (noon-11 p.m.) and Sunday, June 13 (noon-10 p.m.) Free admission. Info: 410-633-5020, www.greekfolkfestival.com.
Parish Festivals! St. Casimir Church, O’Donnell St. and Kenwood Ave., has its annual parish festival, June 10-13 with music, a silent auction, flea market and classic car show, and raffles for cash, a cruise and more. Info: 410-276-1981.
St. Michael and St. Patrick Church, 7 S. Wolfe Street, will host its annual parish carnival on Friday, June 18 at 6 p.m., Saturday, June 19 at 5 p.m., and Sunday, June 20 at 1:30 p.m. Info: 410-974-1705.
Saturday, June 12
Flea Markets: St. Rita Church, Dunmanway and Dunglow Rd., holds a flea market on June 12, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., $10/table, space with no table $7. Info/reservations: Dolores 410-282-5167.
McElderry Park holds a flea market on Saturday, June 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in front of the McElderry Park Resource Center, 611 N. Montford Ave. Info; Beth Myers-Edwards, 410-585-8810 ext. 104, swkbeth@yahoo.com, www.bannerneighborhoods.org.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8212 Philadelphia Rd., will host a flea market Saturday, June 12, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain date is June 26. To reserve a space call 410-866-0766.
House of Ruth Benefit: There is a midnight cruise on the Spirit of Baltimore on June 12, boarding 11:30 a.m., casting off at midnight, returning 2 a.m., $30/person. Info: Susana dvmidnightcruise@yahoo.com, 443-955-8185.
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Go Fish: The Summer Fishing Festival takes place at the Boat Lake in Patterson Park on Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Games, fun, crafts, prizes and more. No fishing license required. Info: 410-396-9392.
Home Improvement Workshops: The Loading Dock, 2 N. Kresson Street, holds free do-it-yourself workshops on different home improvement techniques. All workshops are 10 a.m.-noon and are open to the public. Register on the website at www.loadingdock.org/Workshop/index.html or call 410-558-3625 ext 15.
Saturday, June 12: Installing hardwood flooring
Saturday, July 10: Refinishing hardwood flooring
Farmers Market: The Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Hwy., holds a farmers market every Saturday through Sept. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bingo! St. Brigid, 900 S. East Ave., has bingo every Tuesday at 7 p.m., doors opening 6 p.m. Packages available. Info: MaryClaire or Jo Ellen 410-563-1717.
Our Lady of Fatima Church, 6400 E. Pratt St. at Kane Street, has bingo nightly at its outdoor carnival which runs through Saturday, June 12, open 7 p.m. daily. Info: 410-633-9393.
On Saturday, June 12, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6), there is bingo at at St. Clements Church, 1212 Chesaco Ave. in Rosedale. Info/tickets: Kathy Parkerson 410-788-4961.
Sunday, June 13
Mezuzah ceremony: Join B’nai Israel Synagogue, 27 Lloyd St., for affixing the Mezuzah on the new Rabbinical Parsonage on June 13, about 11 a.m. during the 10 a.m. annual meeting. Cake and other refreshments will be served.
Clean The Park: Patterson Park holds a volunteer clean-up of the pagoda on Sunday, June 13, 10 a.m. Meet at the Pagoda and help sweep the stairs, wash the windows and weed the gardens. Coffee and donuts provided. Info/RSVP: volunteer@pattersonpark.com
Father’s Day dance: The Polish Home Club will host a Father’s Day dance Sunday, June 13, 1-6 p.m.at 510 S. Broadway. For tickets and info call John, 410-325-2269, or Barbara, 410-342-2865.
Music in Patterson Park: Hear free live music all summer long in Patterson Park, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. On Sunday, June 13 hear Marianne Metheny Katz perform jazz favorites. Info: friends@pattersonpark.com, 410-276-3676, www.pattersonpark.com.
Tour Dem Parks, Hon: “Tour Dem Parks, Hon,” a bicycle ride to promote city parks, is held on Sunday, June 13, beginning and ending at Carroll Park, 1500 Washington Blvd, starting 7 a.m. Several routes available. Info: www.tourdemparks.org.
Monday, June 14
Farmers’ market coupons: The Hatton Senior Center will distribute farmers’ market coupons Monday, June 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring proof of age, residency and eligiblity in an approved program. Call 410-396-9025 for details.
Greektown meeting: Greektown Community Development Corp. will meet Tuesday, June 15, at 6 p.m. at St. Nicholas Church, Ponca and Fleet streets. All are welcome. For info call 410-327-3306.
Audubon Events: The Audubon Society’s Patterson Park extension offers the following events. Info/registration/RSVP: 410-558-2473, PPAudubon@gmail.com.
There is a special $5/person screening of “End of the Line” on Tuesday, June 15, 7p.m. at The Life of Reilly, 2031 E. Fairmount Avenue. Advance registration required.
Audubon Tiny Tots, fun and educational programs for ages 2-5 with an adult, are held on Thursday June 17, 11 a.m.-noon, or Saturday, June 26, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Meet at the northeast corner of the Boat Lake. This month’s theme is “A Bug’s World.” Two-day advance registration required.
Audubon Bird Walk: There’s a guided bird walk on Saturday, June 26 , 8 a.m.-9:30a.m. Meet at the Fountain. Open to all ages. Bird walks occur rain or shine on the last Saturday of each month. No binoculars? No problem. Just call to request.
Greeters Needed: Baltimore Medical Systems Inc. is looking for volunteer greeters for its new Highlandtown Healthy Living Center, 3700 Fleet St. Applicants must be at least 18 and will assist patients by opening doors and giving directions. Hours vary. Info: Lisa White 410-558-4884.
Bus Trips: Dundalk American Legion Auxiliary, 3300 Dundalk Ave., has a bus trip to Delaware Park on Saturday, June 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Tickets and info: Sandy 410-285-6414.
St. Francis of Assisi Sodality, 3615 Harford Rd., goes to Skyline Drive and Luray Caverns on Oct. 13. Info/reservations: 410-488-3162.
Legislative Wrap-Up: Graceland Park Improvement Association holds a 2010 legislative wrap-up on Wednesday, June 16, 6:45 p.m.-8:15 p.m. at Graceland United Methodist Church, 6714 Youngstown Ave. Info: 410-288-4046, gpiamd@verizon.net.
Mystery Trip: The Hatton Center’s annual Mystery Trip leaves from the center, Fait and Linwood avenues, at 8 a.m. The bus will return by 7 p.m. Call 410-396-9025 for details. The center is also planning a trip to Mountain Gate July 21.
No More Bulk: Baltimore City is no longer accepting appointments for bulk-trash pickup. Items can be dropped off at the city’s Citizen Drop-Off Centers. For dates and hours visit www.balitmorecity.gov.
Summer peace camp: The Julie Center, 100 S. Washington St., will host its annual summer peace camp for kids 6-14 July 12-Aug. 6. Students 12 and older can earn service hours. Open to 35 campers, first-come-first-served. Call 410-675-6300 to register.
