Community Calendar

A benefit concert for the Asylum Seeker Housing Network. An evening of art songs around the experience of “Belonging.” Vocalists include: Zoe Zdrojewski, Marjorie Sheiman, Leah Wenger, Rahzé Sinclair. Pianist: Taylor Wang. Dessert reception to follow. Childcare is available.

2nd Annual Rotunda Rocks Returns to Hampden Neighborhood this Spring
Family-friendly Night of Rockin’ Fun Begins May 3 and Runs Every Friday Until End of September

Whether you like to jam to rock, folk, blues, Indie, Latin or reggae, there is something for everyone as the second annual Rotunda Rocks concert series returns to Hampden this spring/summer (711 W 40th Street). This family-friendly FREE concert series, presented by MCB Real Estate, features live music on the plaza and a street festival atmosphere with delicious local food and drinks, fun games and local vendors on Fridays, 6-9 p.m. beginning May 3 and running until September 27. Rotunda Rocks is open to the public and welcomes families and pets. A portion of proceeds from beverage sales benefits the Maryland SPCA. For more information, log onto Rotunda Rocks | The Rotunda (rotundabaltimore.com) or call 410-662-0104.

SCHEDULE OF BANDS:
May 3 Mambo Combo (Latin and tropical rhythms)
May 10 Strykers Posse (reggae)
May 17 Go Dog Go with special guest Garage Sale (garage rock and hot rockin’ Surf)
May 24 Harlan County Kings (original rock)
May 31 Patrick Alban & Noche Latina (Latin and acoustic rock with a touch of salsa and South Beach feel)
June 7 Barry Prosser and the Vaguely Absurd (classic rock)
June 14 Monkton Road Band (rootsy folks laced with deep country)
June 21 The Natty Brohs (classic rock and blues)
June 28 The Soularites (SoulFULL reggae and Ska)
July 5 Kyf Brewer & Friends (hues of 60’s pop radio, British invasion, early Nashville, rhythm and blues and ancient Celtic melodies)
July 12 Justin Trawick and the Common Good (Americana-bluegrass, country and folk)
July 19 The Players Band (infectious rhythms and horn-heavy ska sounds)
July 26 Gaelic Mishap (Celtic rock)
August 2 Tumblehome (rock, soul, rhythm & blues)
August 9 Kurt Deemer Band (guitar driven rock & roll)
August 16 Barleyjuice (Celtic rock)
August 23 Red Sammy (honest, slow-burn Americana folks rock)
August 30 La Unica (Irish Latin)
September 6 ZOCKO! (surf garage)
September 13 Western Run (funked-up country rock)
September 20 Guys In Thin Ties (Alternative 80s band)
September 27 The Rock-A-Sonics (rockabilly, vintage country and atomic age rock n’ roll)

Join us for the Garden Party Gala and Fundraiser! This special afternoon honors 45 years of Baltimore Clayworks’ dedication to ceramics while raising crucial funds to support its growth as a leading ceramics institution. We will be joined by Councilman Yitzy Schleifer and other distinguished guests for this memorable celebration.

Your ticket includes a tax-deductible donation* that supports scholarships, education, residencies, kiln and studio upgrades, exhibitions, community art, and all the programs at Baltimore Clayworks.

Kennedy Krieger Institute’s ROAR for Kids, an accessible 5K race and low-mileage fun walk, returns this spring to the Maryland Zoo on Sunday, May 4. Mark your calendars for this Sunday-Fun-Day event that encourages individuals of all ages to get outside, get moving and get ready to have a ROAR’ing good time.

Participants can ROAR with Kennedy Krieger any way they’d like—running, walking or rolling through the scenic zoo course. Wheelchair and stroller racers are welcome! This year’s finish-line activities include visits from two of the Zoo’s animal ambassadors as well as a dance-off with local school and sports team mascots. All race participants receive discounted zoo admission for Sunday, May 4.

Participants and teams can register online and build their own fundraising pages. Proceeds can be directed to a Kennedy Krieger program of their choice or to the Institute.

2nd Annual Rotunda Rocks Returns to Hampden Neighborhood this Spring
Family-friendly Night of Rockin’ Fun Begins May 3 and Runs Every Friday Until End of September

Whether you like to jam to rock, folk, blues, Indie, Latin or reggae, there is something for everyone as the second annual Rotunda Rocks concert series returns to Hampden this spring/summer (711 W 40th Street). This family-friendly FREE concert series, presented by MCB Real Estate, features live music on the plaza and a street festival atmosphere with delicious local food and drinks, fun games and local vendors on Fridays, 6-9 p.m. beginning May 3 and running until September 27. Rotunda Rocks is open to the public and welcomes families and pets. A portion of proceeds from beverage sales benefits the Maryland SPCA. For more information, log onto Rotunda Rocks | The Rotunda (rotundabaltimore.com) or call 410-662-0104.

SCHEDULE OF BANDS:
May 3 Mambo Combo (Latin and tropical rhythms)
May 10 Strykers Posse (reggae)
May 17 Go Dog Go with special guest Garage Sale (garage rock and hot rockin’ Surf)
May 24 Harlan County Kings (original rock)
May 31 Patrick Alban & Noche Latina (Latin and acoustic rock with a touch of salsa and South Beach feel)
June 7 Barry Prosser and the Vaguely Absurd (classic rock)
June 14 Monkton Road Band (rootsy folks laced with deep country)
June 21 The Natty Brohs (classic rock and blues)
June 28 The Soularites (SoulFULL reggae and Ska)
July 5 Kyf Brewer & Friends (hues of 60’s pop radio, British invasion, early Nashville, rhythm and blues and ancient Celtic melodies)
July 12 Justin Trawick and the Common Good (Americana-bluegrass, country and folk)
July 19 The Players Band (infectious rhythms and horn-heavy ska sounds)
July 26 Gaelic Mishap (Celtic rock)
August 2 Tumblehome (rock, soul, rhythm & blues)
August 9 Kurt Deemer Band (guitar driven rock & roll)
August 16 Barleyjuice (Celtic rock)
August 23 Red Sammy (honest, slow-burn Americana folks rock)
August 30 La Unica (Irish Latin)
September 6 ZOCKO! (surf garage)
September 13 Western Run (funked-up country rock)
September 20 Guys In Thin Ties (Alternative 80s band)
September 27 The Rock-A-Sonics (rockabilly, vintage country and atomic age rock n’ roll)

The 12th Annual Amanda Hichkad CCA Celebration Walk, which raises funds for Cancer LifeNet, takes place Saturday, May 10, at 8 a.m. at The John Carroll School, 703 East Churchville Road in Bel Air. The Presenting Sponsor is Klein's ShopRite of Maryland.

Organized by the UM Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation and Chesapeake Cancer Alliance, the walk is held to honor, celebrate and remember those who have received a cancer diagnosis. This year's goal is to raise $125,000 to support Cancer LifeNet at the Kaufman Cancer Center at the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.

Cancer LifeNet is a free-of-charge, supportive care program offered to all residents of Harford and Cecil counties, regardless of where they receive their cancer treatment. Cancer LifeNet is funded fully through philanthropy and is designed to help patients and their loved ones find the resources needed to balance work, family and cancer treatment.

Community members are invited to be part of the walk as a team captain, sponsor, participant and/or donor. Registration for adults is $25, and ages 12 and younger are free of charge. To sign up and learn more, visit http://givetoday.uchfoundation.org/AHCCW2025. For questions, call UM Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation at 443-643-3460 or email [email protected].

Join the Erin Levitas Foundation (ELF) on Saturday, May 10, 2025, for the 6th annual Stroll & Roll 5K run and walk on Mother’s Day weekend. Participants are invited to walk, run, stroll, or roll to raise awareness about body safety and boundaries to help prevent sexual harm. The event offers both in-person and virtual participation options, allowing supporters to join and honor someone who gave them strength or support in their life, from anywhere in the world.

The in-person event will take place at the Camden Yards Sports Complex and features a timed 5K run or a 1.6-mile mobility-accessible loop around Baltimore’s renowned stadiums. Registered participants will receive a complimentary t-shirt, bag and participants will receive medals at the end of the event. Following the walk and run, families can enjoy a dedicated kids’ zone featuring activities such as a moon bounce, glitter tattoos, giant bubbles, face painting, a coloring wall, children’s books and inflatable basketball and football games. Complimentary on-site parking and access to harm prevention resources will also be available.

The Baltimore Station, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans facing homelessness and substance use disorder, will host its first-ever Off to the Races fundraiser on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Knights of Columbus in Locust Point.

Guests will enjoy an evening of horse racing, betting, delicious food, drinks, and exciting prizes. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their best Derby-inspired attire for a chance to win the Best Dressed Award.

For $20, guests can purchase a horse and name both the horse and its jockey—horses will be available for purchase until Friday, April 25. Throughout the evening, guests will savor hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and signature Black Eyed Susans while placing bets on previously recorded races.

This is a cash-only event for betting, but all tickets purchases can be made with a credit card or check. All proceeds will directly support The Baltimore Station’s mission to provide life-changing services for homeless veterans.

2nd Annual Rotunda Rocks Returns to Hampden Neighborhood this Spring
Family-friendly Night of Rockin’ Fun Begins May 3 and Runs Every Friday Until End of September

Whether you like to jam to rock, folk, blues, Indie, Latin or reggae, there is something for everyone as the second annual Rotunda Rocks concert series returns to Hampden this spring/summer (711 W 40th Street). This family-friendly FREE concert series, presented by MCB Real Estate, features live music on the plaza and a street festival atmosphere with delicious local food and drinks, fun games and local vendors on Fridays, 6-9 p.m. beginning May 3 and running until September 27. Rotunda Rocks is open to the public and welcomes families and pets. A portion of proceeds from beverage sales benefits the Maryland SPCA. For more information, log onto Rotunda Rocks | The Rotunda (rotundabaltimore.com) or call 410-662-0104.

SCHEDULE OF BANDS:
May 3 Mambo Combo (Latin and tropical rhythms)
May 10 Strykers Posse (reggae)
May 17 Go Dog Go with special guest Garage Sale (garage rock and hot rockin’ Surf)
May 24 Harlan County Kings (original rock)
May 31 Patrick Alban & Noche Latina (Latin and acoustic rock with a touch of salsa and South Beach feel)
June 7 Barry Prosser and the Vaguely Absurd (classic rock)
June 14 Monkton Road Band (rootsy folks laced with deep country)
June 21 The Natty Brohs (classic rock and blues)
June 28 The Soularites (SoulFULL reggae and Ska)
July 5 Kyf Brewer & Friends (hues of 60’s pop radio, British invasion, early Nashville, rhythm and blues and ancient Celtic melodies)
July 12 Justin Trawick and the Common Good (Americana-bluegrass, country and folk)
July 19 The Players Band (infectious rhythms and horn-heavy ska sounds)
July 26 Gaelic Mishap (Celtic rock)
August 2 Tumblehome (rock, soul, rhythm & blues)
August 9 Kurt Deemer Band (guitar driven rock & roll)
August 16 Barleyjuice (Celtic rock)
August 23 Red Sammy (honest, slow-burn Americana folks rock)
August 30 La Unica (Irish Latin)
September 6 ZOCKO! (surf garage)
September 13 Western Run (funked-up country rock)
September 20 Guys In Thin Ties (Alternative 80s band)
September 27 The Rock-A-Sonics (rockabilly, vintage country and atomic age rock n’ roll)

2025 Walk to End Bladder Cancer
No One Walks Alone

The Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) is pleased to announce our 2025 Walk to End Bladder Cancer registration will open Oct 1, 2024!

In-person walk events will take place in select cities throughout April and May.
REGISTER for FREE at www.bcanwalk.org

1. Build your team and start fundraising today.

2. Everyone who registers and raises $100 or more will receive the 2025 commemorative Walk T-shirt.

3. Raise $250 or more and win incentive-based prizes. The more you raise, the more valuable prize options you can select from.

4. Download the Walk with BCAN app. Take your fundraising experience on the go! Do everything from your phone that you can do in your Participant Center, plus text, post to social, and email from your phone's address book – all from the palm of your hand.

Your participation in the Walk to End Bladder Cancer accomplishes several things: Critical funds raised help BCAN raise awareness about bladder cancer, one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the U.S., provides resources for people living with this disease, and supports much-needed bladder cancer research.

Questions? Contact BCAN at [email protected] or 301-215-9099.

Learn more about the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network by visiting bcan.org.