Friday, May 29, 2026

Baltimore Activist Alert -- May 29 - 30, 2026

55] Peace vigil at White House – May 29

56] Women in Black vigil – May 29

57] Support the people of Gaza – May 29

58] Mutual aid event – May 29

59] Calling Party for Gaza – May 29

60] Silence gives consent May 29

61] Support democracy – May 29

62] Peace vigil at Homewood Friends Meeting – May 29

63] Happy Hour – May 29

64] Birdwatching Patterson Park – May 30

65] Harford Mall sign waving -- May 30

66] Fight fascism -- May 30

67] Muddy Branch overpass -- May 30

68] Hear America canvass – May 30

69] Tesla Takedown – May 30

70] Canvass for Malcolm Ruff – May 30

71] AAPI festival – May 30

72] DC Days – May 30

73] Donations needed for the Silent Fallout project

74] Read Dave Eberhardt’s book "For All the Saints- a Protest Primer"

75] Tell JHU president to renounce nuclear weapons contracts

76] Do you need a doctor?

77] Donate books, videos, DVDs and records

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55] – There is a weekly vigil at the White House on Fridays from noon to 1 PM sponsored by the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker.  Email artlaffin@hotmail.com or call 202-882-9649. 

 56] – Every Friday from noon to 1 PM, Baltimore Women in Black vigil for peace with men and women who live in Roland Park. WIB invites all to join, and any peace sign is welcome, such as "Defuse Nuclear War."  The vigil takes place outside Roland Park Place at 830 West 40th Street and Elm Street. Parking is free at RPP or at the Rotunda across the street. Contact Ann Vinup at annvinup@gmail.com.

 57] – The American Friends Service Committee holds an Action Hour every Friday at noon ET.  You’ll get updates from AFSC staff in Gaza, hear what’s happening on Capitol Hill, and get resources for your activism. Together, contact Congress to demand an arms embargo on Israel, and fully funded humanitarian aid for Palestinians. Our elected officials need to keep hearing from us. RSVP at https://afsc.org/actionhour?emci=822f3fb8-241a-f011-8b3d-0022482a9fb7&emdi=20221eff-f41a-f011-8b3d-0022482a9fb7&ceid=764241

 58] – On Fridays, including May 29, from noon to 4 PM, get over to the Mutual Aid Event at Pip Moyer Recreation Center, (Annapolis Recreation and Parks), 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis 21403. This event will next take place on June 12, and will continue through July 31.  Join Chesapeake Indivisible and other local volunteers in helping to unpack, sort, bag food, help load packed food in cars and, optional, help deliver in your vehicle, food to families unable to come to the drive through. Meet at noon at Pip Moyer Center, and operation leaders will direct you to where help is needed. This event does not take place on the first Friday of the month. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/chesapeakeindivisible/event/913253/

 59] – CODEPINK [info@codepink.org] on Fri., May 29 at 2:30 PM is hoping you will join a Calling Party for Gaza. RSVP at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83997491756

Email makayla@codepinkalert.org

 60] – Join RESIST - Silence Gives Consent, a visibility event organized for Indivisible, will take place on Fridays, May 29 & June 5, from 3 to 5 PM, at on an overpass at 9706 Gorman Road, Laurel 20723.  Protest this Trump administration and to protect our democracy. If you too feel a need to speak out and use your freedom to protest, then this is your opportunity to join like-minded people who believe in our constitution and in humanity. This is a fun way to do something useful - lots of honking and affirmation from the 20K+ cars below. Wear your character costumes. Bring your flags, small signs (for local traffic) and large signs for the 95 traffic below. Or just bring yourself and friends too of course. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/891474/

 61] – On Fri., May 29 from 4 to 6 PM, gather with the Cat Ladies for America on Georgia Avenue & Forest Glen Road, Forest Glen 20902. Rally on the public sidewalk on the NE corner of Georgia Ave. and Forest Glen Road in support of democracy. The gathering is kid and dog-friendly: so bring a neighbor! Bring your signs in support of: government workers, immigrants, the rule of law, the planet, our children, and for jobs. Parking available behind Forest Glen Medical Center, 9801 Georgia Ave. Enter drive way from Forest Glen Road .RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/858644/?followup_modal_context=nonexclusive_newsletter_more_events_of_type

 62] – Sarah Bur <clerk@homewoodfriends.org> wants you to know that a Peace Vigil will occur every Friday from 5 to 6 PM at Homewood Friends, 3107 N. Charles Street, Baltimore 21218. Signs are available. There is comfort and empowerment found in coming together as a community to witness against war.  Children welcome. 

 63] – On May 29 from 6 to 10 PM, get with the Final Fridays Happy Hour at the Wonderland Ballroom, 1101 Kenyon St. NW, WDC 20010. RSVP at https://actionnetwork.org/events/may-2026-final-fridays-happy-hour-2?link_id=76&can_id=4b9d4061aec5469758759317ac0f5285&source=email-metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-may-15-2026&email_referrer=email_3250452&email_subject=metro-dc-dsa-weekly-newsletter-for-may-22-2026&&

 64] – On Sat., May 30 at 8 AM ET, join a birdwatching tour of Patterson Park, Baltimore 21224. Meet on the southernmost end of the Boat Lake in Patterson Park, closest intersection is Eastern Avenue and South Rose Street. From there, walk directly north into the park via the cobblestone path, approximately 100 yards. Over 200 bird species have visited Patterson Park, an important migratory stopover in Baltimore City! Audubon and Baltimore Bird Club experts will lead in search of avian friends! No experience necessary. Email baltimore@audubon.org. RSVP at https://md.audubon.org/events/birding-tour-patterson-park-baltimore-1

 65] – On Sat., May 30 from 10 AM to noon at the Harford Mall, 696 Belair Road, Be Air 21014, do a sign waving to save democracy.  There is parking closest to the intersection of Rt. 1 and Rt. 24. Join every Saturday at the Harford Mall in Bel Air, MD from 10AM-12PM. Park at the closed Macy’s parking lot close to the intersection at Rt.1 and Rt. 24. This event will continue through June 20. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/dfadcoalition/event/913370/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

 66] – Check out Fight Fascism Fridays on May 30 from 10 AM to noon ET at South Fountain Green Road & East Churchville Road, Bel Air South, MD 21015. A core principle behind all Indivisible events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with these values Display the signs of fascism at various intersections across Harford county. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/dfadcoalition/event/954716/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

 67] On Saturdays, May 30, June 13 & June 20, from 10 to 11 AM ET, get over to the Muddy Branch Overpass, 363 Muddy Branch Road, Gaithersburg 20878. Help bring awareness to those traveling down I270 south (and maybe north) regarding what is happening in our country and to let others who can't always take action know that they aren't alone.

 Park in the Festival Shopping Center across from the new car wash that's currently under construction near India Bazaar, and walk up to the bridge. This location could be challenging for those with mobility issues. Dress for the weather, wear sunscreen and bring water, especially as we get into the warmer months. The bridge has minimal shade and can also be windy/cooler than off the bridge. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/940761/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

 68] – Hear America Canvass on Sat., May 30 from 11 AM to 2 PM in Edgewood, Harford County.  This is a nonpartisan canvass and listening campaign. As a canvasser, you’ll knock on doors, talk with neighbors, and help build support for a bold, popular agenda rooted in the Willing to Fight Pledge. Join with the Working Families Party, Maryland Wolf Pack and other members in Progressive Harford County to reach out to local neighbors. RSVP at https://www.progressivemaryland.org/progressive_maryland_weekly_memo_for_monday_may_4_2026?emci=b71a938c-fa47-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&emdi=58700cba-0548-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=136680

 69] – On Sat., May 30 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, get with a Tesla Takedown, Tesla Silver Spring, 2320 Broadbirch Dr., Silver Spring 20904. This nonviolent rally outside of the Silver Spring Tesla showroom is to remind the community that Elon's lawless actions are dangerous and won't be tolerated. This will continue each Saturday through June 27. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/dfadcoalition/event/771738/?followup_modal_context=organization_newsletter_custom_recommendations

 70] – On Sat., May 30 from 11:30 AM to 3 PM ET, get over to the Enoch Pratt Free Library - Edmondson Avenue Branch, 4330 Edmondson Ave., Baltimore 21229. Join Progressive Maryland's #ProgressiveWave in Baltimore to knock on doors for an endorsed candidate, Malcolm Ruff! Training, snacks, and water provided. Come have fun, meet fellow members, and make a difference in this crucial primary election. RSVP at https://www.mobilize.us/progressivemaryland/event/955987/?emci=18e86fbf-f352-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&emdi=c6580b86-ff52-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=136680

 71] – The Progressive Maryland Team [info@progressivemaryland.org] on Sat., May 30 from noon to 4 PM ET is urging you to get over to the AAPI Festival at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods, Columbia. This is a free, family-friendly festival featuring performances, food, and cultural celebrations. RSVP at https://www.progressivemaryland.org/progressive_maryland_weekly_memo_for_monday_may_4_2026?emci=b71a938c-fa47-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&emdi=58700cba-0548-f111-8ef2-000d3a14b640&ceid=136680

 72] – Check out the Alliance for Nuclear Accountability- DC Days which will take place in person from Sun., May 31 through Wed., June 3.   Advocates will gather to lobby on nuclear weapons, waste, and energy issues. Visit https://ananuclear.org/dcdays/

 73] – Hideaki Ito [silentfalloutproject.org@gmail.com] wants to give you an update about the Silent Fallout Project. 2025 was a successful year. The film started streaming on Amazon in the US on March 10 this year -- https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0GD8QSDHZ/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&geniuslink=true

 Now there are plans for 2026. Make a donation at https://www.silentfalloutproject.org/donation

 74] – David Eberhardt was a member of the Baltimore Four with Father Philip Berrigan, Tom Lewis and Rev. James Mengel.  The group poured blood on draft files on October 27, 1967.  They would be convicted and sentenced to prison. He has written a book "For All the Saints- a Protest Primer"- documenting the Baltimore Four action and many others up to and including the most recent Plowshares action – Kings Bay Plowshares 7.  Dave printed new copies of For All the Saints, a Protest Primer- 250+ pp w photos-therefore #'s 351-400 making it o so collectable with two Berrigan book reviews added. The books are signed, and the price remains $25. Will send free if need be- he is not in it for the money! If you want one, send him a check, or contact Dave Eberhardt, 4 Hadley Square North, Baltimore, MD 21218 by email at 1941mireille@gmail.com. 

 75] -- This is A PLEA TO CONVINCE JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY TO OBEY INTERNATIONAL LAW. The world reached a historic milestone on January 22, 2021: The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons [TPNW] entered into force and become binding international law -- https://www.icanw.org/the_treaty.

 Prevent Nuclear War/Maryland has called attention to the growing danger of nuclear war and the outrageous $1.7 trillion dollars we are spending to upgrade the nuclear arsenal. On July 18, 2017, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, a U.S. Navy - affiliated research center received a seven-year, $92 million contract to continue its systems engineering and research-and-development services for the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. Help convince JHU to renounce nuclear weapons contracts. Contact the president, Ron Daniels, to urge him to reject all nuclear weapons contracts: Office of the President, 242 Garland Hall, The Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles St., Baltimore, Maryland 21218.  Call his office at (410) 516-8068 or email president@jhu.edu.

 76] Yousef Zarbalian [EastWestRheum@gmail.com] started his own medical practice in December before the pandemic hit. It is called East-West Medicine and Rheumatology, and its website is EastWestMD.com.  Yousef is licensed in Maryland and Virginia. He is doing primary care as well as rheumatologic care (focusing on joint problems and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and sjogren's).  He is offering telemedicine visits, and he has very reasonable rates for uninsured individuals.  He makes use of herbs (which can be sent directly to patients from the herbal dispensary) as well as prescribing medications to their local pharmacy if needed.  

 77]- If you would like to get rid of books, videos, DVDs, records, tarps and table cloths, contact Max at 410-323-1607 or mobuszewski2001 at comcast.net.

 Donations can be sent to Max Obuszewski, Baltimore Nonviolence Center, and 431 Notre Dame Lane, Apt. 206, Baltimore, MD 21212.  Ph: 410-323-1607; Email: mobuszewski2001 [at] comcast.net. Go to http://baltimorenonviolencecenter.blogspot.com/.

 “One is called to live nonviolently, even if the change one works for seems impossible. It may or may not be possible to turn the US around through nonviolent revolution. But one thing favors such an attempt: the total inability of violence to change anything for the better" - Daniel Berrigan

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