Be a Life Saver: CPR & Narcan Event:Watch CPR demonstrations by the American Heart Association and receive Narcan training to reverse opioid overdoses and save lives. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 S. Clinton Street. For more information find “CareFirst Community Engagement” on eventbrite.com. 

Find Your Perfect Baltimore City Neighborhood: This virtual workshop will equip first-time buyers, buyers looking to upgrade, and incoming residents to Baltimore with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Virtual. For more information find “Live Baltimore” on eventbrite.com

West Wednesday: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and for all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. 7 p.m. virtually on the @westwednesday YouTube channel. For more information, go to westcoalition.com or follow @westwednesday on Instagram and Justice for Tyrone West on Facebook.

The Network Breakfast: Community as Power: Connect with community leaders and receive expert advice on community building and systems changing from Lawrence Grandpre of Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle, Rev. George Hopkins of the Robert W. Deutsch Foundation, Nabeehah Azeez of the No Boundaries Coalition, and Regina Hammond of the Rebuild Johnston Square Neighborhood Organization. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Impact Hub Baltimore, 10 E. North Avenue, Suite 5. For more information find “Impact Hub Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.

Start of the Year Career Fair: Kick off 2026 by exploring new career opportunities and connecting directly with leading employers like LifeBridge Health, Ascension, PACE of West Baltimore, and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bon Secours Community Resource Center, 31 S. Payson Street. For more information find “Bon Secours Community Works” on eventbrite.com

Baltimore City Health Department Virtual Naloxone Trainings: Monthly naloxone trainings by the Baltimore City Health Department focused on reducing the stigma of addiction, promoting substance use disorder treatment, and educating the public to recognize and respond to an overdose. A free kit of naloxone will be provided to individuals who complete the training. Every second week of the month: Mondays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. Virtual. For more information find “Baltimore City Health Department- OD Prev.” on eventbrite.com.

The TreeBaltimore Gathering: Join TreeBaltimore for an evening celebrating Baltimore City’s tree canopy, including food, drink, networking, and general tree-filled fun. RSVPs required. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information go to treebaltimore.org.  

Baltimore Harbor Watershed Plan Community Meeting: Share your thoughts on how Baltimore can be better prepared for floods in the Gwynns Falls and Baltimore Harbor watersheds. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Enoch Pratt Free Library’s Southeast Anchor Branch, 3601 Eastern Avenue. For more information, find “Baltimore Office of Sustainability” on eventbrite.com.

NAMI Family Support Group: NAMI Family Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults 18 and older who have a loved one living with a mental health condition. Get connected with people who see the value of speaking up about mental health, share your experiences, and hear the challenges and successes of others. The second and fourth Thursday of every month from 7 p.m to 8:30 p.m. at Sheppard Pratt Gibson Building, Room 200, 1 Friendship Lane. For more information find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com

Family University in Spanish: Communication Part 1: During this family-led workshop, attendees will learn who to talk to at their school and in the district about their student’s education and develop a shared understanding of effective two-way communication. 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Salem United Methodist Church, 3405 Gough Street. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org/page/family-university.

Deep Roots, New Growth: Shaping our 2026 Season: You’re invited to a 90-minute co-creation session to help design Baltimore Racial Justice Action’s 2026 calendar of 13th of the Month events. (Free; suggested donation $12.51) 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 4 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard. For more information, to bmoreantiracist.org.

Run/Walk for Palestine: Join Runners4Justice on Sundays to run/walk for Palestine. All paces are welcome. Routes will be provided with options for a 1.5- to 2-mile walk or 3-mile run. Meet up at 9:15 a.m., run/walk starts at 9:30 a.m. Locations vary — for more information, follow Runners4Justice on Facebook and Instagram or email runners4justicebalt@gmail.com to be added to their email list.

A Walk in Legacy: Baltimore City’s 2nd Annual Black History Month Parade: Honoring Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the father of Black History. Featuring parade marshall Dr. Joanne Martin. Noon at Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard and Eutaw Street. For more information, go to baltimorecity.gov/mayor/events

Mental Mondays in West Baltimore: Mental Mondays in West Baltimore. Every first and third Monday. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., 5 N. Calhoun Street. For more information, go to namibaltimore.org/get-involved/events.

Family University in South Baltimore: Leadership and Advocacy Part 1: During this family-led workshop, attendees will identify best practices for advocating effectively at their child’s school and identify next steps for their personal advocacy. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Bay Brook Elementary/Middle School. 4301 10th Street. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org/page/family-university.

Wednesday, February 18

Baltimore City Commission on Sustainability Monthly Meeting: Learn about initiatives, projects, and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable, and more climate resilient. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Virtual. For more information, find the “Baltimore Office of Sustainability” on eventbrite.com

Associated Black Charities Community Convos: Cherry Hill: This session will include a screening of the short documentary “Termite: A Baltimore Story.” The film tells the story of Baltimore resident and community leader “Termite” Kin Lane Brown, a lifelong Cherry Hill resident and Muslim American. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at  MedStar Harbor Hospital Baum Auditorium,

3001 S. Hanover Street. For more information, go to associatedblackchari.givevirtuous.org/Event/cherry-hill-community-convos/Tickets. .

Baltimore Homeless Project Lunch on Us: A community-powered day of nourishment, connection, and care for unhoused neighbors. 10 a.m. at Phoenix Shot Tower, 801 E. Fayette Street. For more information, find @thebhproject_ on Instagram.

The Baltimore Youth Entrepreneurship Expo: The expo will feature youth-owned businesses across fashion, art, beauty, food, and handmade goods, creating a vibrant space where creativity, confidence, and community meet. Noon to 4 p.m. at 301 Light Street. For more information, find “Sam Smith” on eventbrite.com.

Foundations of Teaching Trauma Informed Yoga: Learn the foundations of teaching trauma-informed yoga with a focus on race-based stress and trauma. This training is BIPOC only. (sliding scale: $50 – $85) 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, find “#RestEasyBby/ Liberatory Care” on eventbrite.com.

Baltimore City Council Meeting: Meeting of the Baltimore City Council. 5 p.m. at Baltimore City Hall in the Clarence “Du” Burns Council Chamber, 100 N. Holliday Street. For more information, go to baltimorecitycouncil.com or call 410-396-4804.

East Baltimore NAMI Connection Support Group: NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition or looking for mental health support. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at MorganCARES, 2101 E. Biddle Street. For more information, call 410-435-2600 or find “NAMI Metropolitan Baltimore” on eventbrite.com.

Lisa Snowden is Editor-in-Chief and cofounder of Baltimore Beat, a digital and print-based news product based in Baltimore City. At Baltimore Beat, Lisa uses decades of experience as a reporter and in...