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Block Party: The Door sponsors a free block party and fun fest on Aug. 7, noon-5 p.m. in the 200 block of N. Chester Street with food, carnival games, line dancing, kids’ activities, health screening and more. Bring a canned good for donation to chartity. Info: Laverne Hill 410-675-3288, lhill@thedoorinc.org.
Clean Up The Park: Friends of Patterson Park has several clean-ups. To RSVP or ask questions: volunteer@pattersonpark.com. Note: If you have free time and want to take a half hour (or any time) to help pick up trash, just stop in and ask. Gloves and bags will be provided.
There’s a boat lake clean-up on Saturday, Aug. 7, 8 a.m. Meet at the boat lake and enjoy coffee & donuts, then do a quick clean-up.
There’s a Pagoda clean-up on Sunday, Aug. 8, meet at the Pagoda at 10 a.m. Enjoy coffee and donuts and then help sweep stairs, wash windows and weed gardens.
Wednesday, August 4
Happy Hour: Highlandtown Arts and Entertainment holds a happy hour on the first Wednesday of each month, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Laughing Pint. Meet fellow artists and neighbors. The next is Wednesday, Aug. 4.
HeadStart Registration: HeadStart is accepting applications for its new Our Lady of Fatima site at 6400 E. Pratt Street. Registration is held Wednesdays, Aug. 4, 11 and 18 from 10 a.m.-1 noon. Bring necessary documentation. Info: 410-558-0919.
Crime Prevention: The Southern District Police Community Relations Council holds COP walks as follows. Note: Unless otherwise specified, all walks are 7 p.m. Info: Jack Baker jackbaker@sdpcrc.org, 443-831-0538, www.sdpcrc.org.
Wednesday, Aug. 4, Camden Crossing-meet at Washington Blvd and Scott St.
Wednesday, Aug. 11, 6:30 p.m., Carrollton Ridge-meet at the Samuel F. B. Morse Recreation Center, Pulaski and Ashton Sts.
Thursday, August 5
College 101: An Information session will be hosted by the Community College of Baltimore County-Dundalk on Thursday, Aug. 5 from noon-1 p.m., and 6 p.m.-7 p.m., in Building G, Rm. 100. Info: 443-840-1377, www.ccbcmd.edu
Friday, August 6
Open Art: The Art Gallery of Fells Point, 1716 Thames Street, has a new show running through Aug. 29 with Ellen Pecora displaying works inspired by classical realism. Free artist’s reception on Friday, Aug. 6, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. as part of the Fells Point Art Loop. Info: 410-327-1272, www.fellspointgallery.org.
Saturday, August 7
BBQ! The Baltimore American Indian Center holds a fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 7, noon at 1633 E. Lombard Street with Carolina barbecue sandwiches with cole slaw for $4, and chicken and rice for $3. Info:BAIC 410-675-3535.
Dog Park: The Canton Dog Park holds a volunteer clean-up on Saturday, Aug. 7 starting at 10 a.m. On Tuesday, Aug. 10, there is a 7 p.m. meeting at the Canton Cove Condominium Inc., 2901 Boston Street in the first floor library. Info: info@cantondogpark.org, 410-342-0900 (24-hour CCA voicemail).
Family Fun Day: There’s a free family fun day at West Shore Park on Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. BYO picnic lunch and hear free music, enjoy demos, face painting, wellness checks and more. Info: www.waterfrontpartnership.org.
Sunday, August 8
Pop In, Climb Up: The Pagoda is now open to the public, free admission, every Sunday (weather-permitting), through October, noon-6 p.m.
Wednesday, August 11
Back to School Night: Back To School Night will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 141 S. Clinton St. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must have been pre-registered.
Fells Prospect: Fells Prospect Community Organization meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Holy Rosary Church hall, Chester and Bank streets, at 7:30 pm. The next meeting will be held on Aug. 11. Info: Kate Richardson:katecrichardson@gmail.com.
Films On The Pier: Fells Point has free films on the Broadway Pier at 8:45 p.m. on selected Wednesdays throughout the summer. On Aug. 11, see “The Blind Side.” On Aug. 18, see “Alice in Wonderland.” Info: info@fellspointmainstreet.org, www.fellspointmainstreet.org.
Ongoing and Upcoming
Registration Open: School registration is open for the coming year beginning Aug. 30 at St. Casimir Cathholic School, 1035 S. Kenwood Avenue. Info: www.stcasimirschool.us, 410-342-2681.
Entertainment Books: The Locust Point Recreation Council is selling the 2011 Entertainment Books for $30/book. Proceeds support the Locust Point Recreation Center Activities. Info/purchase: Alex 410-837-4134.
Family Tree: Want to learn more about tracing your family tree? There’s a Family History and Genealogy Workshop on Saturday, Sept. 11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Register between now and Sept. 9. Learn about sessions, times, costs, etc. at www.baltimorefamilyhistoryworkshop.org.
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