Learn how to diagnose and fix common mechanical bicycle brake ailments from our friends at Baltimore Bicycle Works (BBW). The first third of this class covers bicycle shifter/derailleur theory and anatomy of the various shifting systems, while the second portion will provide hands-on instruction and practice covering how to adjust your front and rear derailleurs,…
At this month’s meeting of the NHSM Lep Club, we’ll welcome Amanda Wray, founding member of Wild Ones Baltimore, for a discussion of the benefits of adding native plants to your yard and garden. Contact the club coordinator ([email protected]) with any questions or comments. If you love butterflies and moths, consider joining the NHSM Lep…
Join us for the culminating event of the Reimagining Land theme, as we gather to reflect, connect, and celebrate with a public conversation between Rashid Awari (CEHDA-GHANA and WIACT) and Eric Jackson (Black Yield Institute), moderated by Anand Pandian (Johns Hopkins University) and Nicole Labruto (Johns Hopkins University). This special event brings together voices from…
Kara Mae Harris, author of the popular Maryland-centric food blog Old Line Plate, will discuss the long history of Baltimore's food culture, its decades of changing culinary trends, and the traditional foods that have become staples of the Baltimore experience. Click here for more information and to register.
The Farm Alliance of Baltimore and the National Wildlife Federation have teamed up to create a workshop series titled Pollinators & Produce centered on pollinators for urban farmers, community gardeners, and backyard growers in and around Baltimore. Join us for our first installment, facilitated by Jennifer Payne of the Xerces Society! About the Workshop A…
Luís Gustavo Arruda is affiliated with the Center for Nutritional Education and Recovery (CREN) in São Paulo, Brazil. With a background in Biological Sciences and a PhD in Environmental Education, he works at the intersection of health, education, and sustainability. Click here for more information and to register.
*RESCHEDULED to Friday 5/30 (original date 5/16) Are you compost curious? Are you passionate about urban sustainability, zero waste initiatives, and creating a cleaner and greener Baltimore? Then please join us for this workshop on creating community composting systems for urban gardens. Click here for more information and to register.
Celebrate #BlackBirdersWeek with BlackAFinSTEM, Birds of Urban Baltimore, and the Masonville Cove Partnership! Join us for a bird walk, see the bird banding process up-close, and learn how urban greenspaces help migrating birds! Please note that this event is meant to elevate and celebrate Black birding experiences. Meet us at the bird banding station by…
Weed Warriors help the Department of Recreation and Parks manage Non-Native Invasive (NNI) plants which are harmful to trees and forest patches. Certified Weed Warriors are community members, like you, trained as environmental stewards by TreeBaltimore! Weed Warriors 201b: Project Planning & Leadership Continued is the fourth and final class in our certification series. In…
There's a whole different world out there under the leaves, rocks and logs! Take a hike on the Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park trails with a naturalist to discover the reptile and amphibian world living just outside of Carrie Murray Nature Center. Learn about "herping" and how to safely enjoy and appreciate our ecothermic wild neighbors! Click…
Join local tie-dye artist Kimberlee Swift for a hands-on tie dye workshop. Learn about natural dying techniques using native plants. Participants will each get to tie-dye their own items. Sign up today, Space is limited! All materials will be provided. Click here for more information and to register.
Join us for our Spring Gathering, a joyful celebration of 15 years of land stewardship, food justice, and collective joy in the heart of Reservoir Hill. This is more than just an event—it’s a homecoming for all who have loved, supported, grown with, and been nourished by Whitelock Community Farm. We’re welcoming neighbors, friends, longtime…
Join us in becoming a water scientist for a day! Learn what it takes to be a water scientist and help with climate change impact data collection! Registration required. Click here for more information and to register.
Miracle City 7th-Day Adventist has partnered with BWB to complete the construction of a campus green retrofit in an effort to mitigate the flooding that occurs along Frederick Ave. in west Baltimore (Irvington). For those that remember, in 2018, Frederick Avenue experienced flooding as high as 8 feet on Frederick Avenue. Since then, BWB has…
Join the Planetary Health Alliance and We Are the Possible in a workshop about co-creation and communicating Planetary Health through the arts with special guests Hamishibai, who will be live-animating throughout the event. Click here for more information and to register.