Our newsletter highlights the free offerings of the UMB Office of Community and Civic Engagement (OCCE) and our community partners. Programs and services are held at the UMB Community Engagement Center (CEC), unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit the OCCE website, download the October Calendar (PDF) or view our flyers.

Thursday, Nov. 5

12:30–1:30 p.m.

Join us to learn how the GUIDE Program supports individuals living with dementia and their caregivers through personalized care planning, care coordination, caregiver education, community resources, and respite care. We'll also review eligibility and enrollment information.

Register for the dementia information session. For questions, call 410-706-1931 or email Lisa Rawlings.

Oct. 22–Oct. 29

7 a.m.–8 p.m.

The CEC will serve as an early voting location for Baltimore City residents.

For more information on early voting and the upcoming election, visit the Maryland State Board of Elections website.

Join us to celebrate the start of Maryland's early voting season. This nonpartisan event will help UMB students, employees, and community members prepare for the election by registering to vote, learning about early voting, creating a voting plan, and connecting with community organizations and resources. Refreshments will be provided.

Schedule:

• Monday, Oct. 19, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, Nov. 3, noon–2 p.m.

Register for the Early Voting Kickoff. For questions, call 410-706-4143 or email Ebony Nicholson.

Tuesday, Oct. 20

5:45–6:45 p.m.

Sharpen your skills through this workshop designed for residents and employees of nonprofit organizations. This is the final session in the current series and focuses on zoning. The series is offered in partnership with the Community Law Center.

Register for the Nonprofit Leadership Workshop. For questions, call 410-706-1678 or email Brian Sturdivant.

Wednesday, Oct. 21

1:30–2:30 p.m.

Pick up a bag of free groceries or a meal kit with instructions, receive flu and COVID-19 vaccines, and get a free A1C screening from the UMMC Mobile Health Van. An insurance card and state-issued ID are required to receive vaccines. A limited number of vaccines are available for individuals without insurance. Health care professionals will also be available to answer your questions and connect you with additional resources.

Learn more about free groceries and vaccines. For questions, call 410-706-5625 or email Rebecca Arthur.

Volunteer with the CASH Campaign of Maryland during the 2027 tax season. Join this information session to learn more about becoming a volunteer tax preparer or community resource navigator. Open to community members and UMB faculty, staff, and students.

Schedule:

• Tuesday, Oct. 27, noon–1 p.m. (virtual only)
• Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5:30–6:30 p.m. (virtual and in person)

Register for the volunteer training info session. For questions, call 410-706-1931 or email workforce@umaryland.edu.

Friday, Oct. 30

4:30–6 p.m.

Join us for Trick or Treat with UMB! This night of frights and fun offers free Halloween activities for youth and families in West Baltimore. Wear your best costume and enjoy more than 20 stations featuring delicious treats, fun games, creative crafts, and more. No registration required.

For questions, call 410-706-8260 or email community@umaryland.edu.

Monday, Nov. 2

6–7:15 p.m.

Join this interactive workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn to identify opportunities, explore community needs, and evaluate business ideas using design thinking and market research tools. Leave with practical strategies for turning ideas into opportunities. This programming is co-sponsored by the University of Maryland School of Graduate Studies.

Learn more about the Ideas to Impact session. For questions, call 410-706-1931 or email workforce@umaryland.edu.

Tuesday, Nov. 3

Thursday, Nov. 5

6–8 p.m.

Join UMB photographer Matthew "Dag" D'Agostino for this series where you'll learn techniques to improve your photos, make everyday subjects stand out, and avoid common photography mistakes. Both workshops in this series will now take place in November.

Register for the Smartphone Photography Series. For questions, call 410-706-8260 or email community@umaryland.edu.

Join physicians and researchers from the University of Maryland School of Medicine for a free community lecture series focused on health and wellness. Topics include physical activity, healthy aging, diabetes prevention, and mental health and stress management. This series will be held at Mount Lebanon Baptist Church (2812 Reisterstown Rd.). Free parking and a complimentary dinner will be provided.

Schedule:

• Oct. 27, 5–6:30 p.m.
• Nov. 5, 5–6:30 p.m.
• Nov. 10, 5–6:30 p.m.

Register for the Fall Mini-Med School Program. For questions, email Ramata Kaba.

Wednesday, Oct. 28

11 a.m.–noon

Join Roger J. Ward, EdD, JD, MSL, MPA, and UMB faculty for a discussion on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping teaching, learning, writing, and assessment — and how to prepare the next generation of professionals for an AI-driven world.

Register for AI in Teaching and Learning. For questions, email Dana Rampolla.

The Community Health Survey helps Baltimore City leaders identify our community's biggest health needs. Your input will directly shape health programs and services. You must be 18 years or older to complete this survey. The University of Maryland Medical Center is a participating organization.

Complete the health survey. For questions, email emilymccallum@ascendient.com.

Enjoy free wellness opportunities offered in partnership with the UM BioPark. Activities take place at locations within the BioPark. Registration is required.

Schedule:

• Mondays 12:15–12:45 p.m.

Meditation at 4MLK (4 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.)

• Wednesdays 5:15–6:15 p.m.

Yoga at 801 W. Baltimore St.

Register for fitness classes at the BioPark. For questions, call 410-706-8260 or email community@umaryland.edu.

Stay active, build strength, and improve your overall wellness with fitness classes open to all skill levels and abilities.

Schedule:

• Tuesdays 6–7 p.m. – Line Dancing
• Thursdays 5–6 p.m. – Yoga
• Thursdays 6–7 p.m. – Zumba

Register for fitness classes at the CEC. For questions, call 410-706-8260 or email community@umaryland.edu.

Appointments Available Weekly

Tuesdays–Fridays noon–5 p.m.



The Health Suite assists community members with health assessments and screenings, health care guidance and coordination, and health education and coaching.

Schedule a Health Suite appointment. For questions, call 410-706-5625.

Tuesdays 3:15–5:15 p.m.

Have a legal question? Meet with a lawyer from The JustAdvice® Project for brief advice, free of charge. Sessions run through Nov. 10 and resume Jan. 19. Appointments are encouraged. Walk-ins are welcome and will be seen as time allows. Walk-ins must arrive by 4:15 p.m.

To make an appointment, call 410-929-4809, email justadviceclinic@gmail.com, or complete the JustAdvice sign-up form. Please do not share legal details when scheduling.

Fridays 12:30–2 p.m.

Join Art with a Heart for creative classes that explore new projects, artists, and techniques. Classes are open to all adults ages 18 and up.

Upcoming Sessions:



• Oct. 23 – Fabric Jewelry
• Oct. 30 – 3D Fabric Pumkin

Register for Senior Art. For questions, call 410-706-5620 or email community@umaryland.edu.

If you are a participant in our programs and services, or if you live in the Barre Circle, Franklin Square, Hollins Roundhouse, Mount Clare, Pigtown, Poppleton, and Union Square neighborhoods and need assistance accessing services, you can connect with the United Way of Central Maryland at the CEC.

Call 410-895-1319 or visit uwcm.org/CEC211 to enter your information and receive a call.

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