Wednesday, May 22
West Wednesdays: Hear about the ongoing fight for police accountability in the Tyrone West case and all victims of police misconduct. This event happens every Wednesday. For more information, go to facebook.com/justicefortyronewest.
Free Prenatal Fitness Classes Presented by Fit4Baby: This in-person event is designed specifically for expectant mothers who want to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy. Every Wednesday. 6:30 p.m. at CareFirst Engagement Center, 1501 South Clinton Street, Suite 100. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.
Thursday, May 23
Gardener’s Workshop: Pollinator Friendly Plants: Join Chesapeake Conservation and Climate Corps member Ron Roberto for a Gardener’s Workshop on pollinator friendly plants. ($5-$8) 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue. For more information, go to cylburn.org or call: 410-367-2217.
NAMI Family Support Group: A free, peer-led support group for adults 18+ who have a loved one living with a mental health condition. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Sheppard Pratt Gibson Building, Room 200, 1 Friendship Lane, Towson. For more information, call 410-435-2600 or go to namibaltimore.org.
Friday, May 24
Info Session for Community College of Baltimore County and Maryland Food Bank FoodWorks: This FoodWorks program includes academic classroom work and hands-on food preparation experience in the Maryland Food Bank’s state-of-the-art Bauer Community Kitchen. 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Maryland Food Bank, 2200 Halethorpe Farm Road. For more information, call: 443-840-5840 or email hospitalitycareers@ccbcmd.edu.
Saturday, May 25
Baltimore MD Food Distribution Event / Distribución de Alimentos: Free fruits and vegetables as well as information about other programs to benefit the community. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Iglesia de Dios de la Profecia Baltimore, 3533 4th Street. For more information go to mycaf.org.
Family Fun Day: A whole family wellness fair – yoga, cooking demos, community resources, DJs, face painting and more. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lexington Market, 112 North Eutaw Street. For more information, email freebaltimoreyoga@gmail.com.
Sunday, May 26
Run/Walk for Palestine: Join Runners4Justice on Sundays to run/walk for Palestine. We know that we are all connected, from Baltimore to Palestine, across the country and around the world, and none of us are free until all of us are free. All paces welcome! Routes will be provided with options for two, three, or four miles. Meet up at 9:15 a.m.; run/walk starts at 9:30. Locations vary. For more information, follow Runners4Justice on Facebook and Instagram or email runners4justicebalt@gmail.com.
Tuesday, May 28
NAMI West Baltimore Connection Support Group: A free, peer-led support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition or looking for mental health support. 5:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at Bon Secour’s Community Works Resource Center, 31 South Payson Street. For more information, call 410-435-2600 or go to namibaltimore.org.
Baltimore City Schools Public Board Meeting: Virtual. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, go to baltimorecityschools.org or call 443-984-2000.
Thursday, May 30
Special Presentation: Draft Our Baltimore Comprehensive Plan: The Baltimore Planning and Sustainablity Commissions are holding a special joint hearing to be briefed on the draft update to the city’s comprehensive plan. “Plan Our Baltimore” is a major plan detailing the city’s land use future. This meeting will also be livestreamed. 6 p.m. at Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place. For more information, go to: planourbaltimore.com.
Saturday, June 1
Stop the Shootout Start the Cookout Community March: Food, fun, and entertainment. 2 p.m. at 600 North Patterson Park Avenue. For more information, go to: letsthrivebaltimore.org.
Sunday, June 2
Ottobar Clothes Swap: Bring your unwanted clothes and shoes and swap them out for new (used) stuff. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ottobar, 2553 North Howard Street. For more information, go to theottobar.com or call 410-662-0069.
Community Yoga: Beginner Yoga for all ages. Families are welcomed. This class is held the first Sunday of each month. Noon to 1 p.m. at Refocused Space, 429 North Eutaw Street. For more information, go to: refocusedspace.com.
Monday, June 3
Baltimore City Council Meeting: Meeting of the Baltimore City Council. 5 p.m. at Baltimore City Hall, 100 North Holliday Street. For more information, go to baltimorecitycouncil.com or call 410-396-4804.
West Baltimore United Stakeholder Workgroup Meeting 1: The City of Baltimore, in conjunction with the Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Transit Administration, are coordinating the West Baltimore United planning project that will set the communities on a path to a brighter future. The Stakeholder Workgroup will provide a crucial connection between the community and Project Team.Please Note: The public is welcome to attend Stakeholder Workgroup meetings to observe only. 6 p.m. at 31 South Payson Street. For more information, go to: streetsofbaltimore.com/reconnecting-communities-in-west-baltimore
Police Accountability Board Meeting: This meeting of the Police Accountability Board for Baltimore City will be held via Zoom from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, go to civilrights.baltimorecity.gov/meetings-1.
Wednesday, June 5
Tools for Men’s Health: A comprehensive webinar that delves into the unique health challenges faced by men and provides valuable insights, strategies, and resources for achieving and maintaining optimal health. Noon to 1 p.m. For more information, go to carefirst.com/cec.