Dr. Jimmy Potash, director of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, will review recent developments in research on psychedelics in psychiatry, especially in MDMA (commonly known as “ecstasy” or “molly”) for PTSD and psilocybin (psychoactive “mushrooms”) to treat depression and addictions.
Julia DiBussolo, director of Arts Every Day, a nonprofit that advocates for the arts in Baltimore City public schools, joins us for an engaging discussion on the role of the arts in K-12 education. Did you know that the arts are required under Maryland State and federal regulations, but they remain absent in many Baltimore
Join fellow Club members and guests to demystify the science of tempering chocolate. In this 90-minute class, you will taste fine dark chocolate from Belgium, Switzerland and France, learn the differences in tempering between chocolates, as well as get an overview of molds and basic techniques in the art of bon bons. The skill level
Jay Sherman shares his experiences visiting colonial towns in Mexico. Each with its own character, these friendly and endearing towns exhibit a strong Spanish influence from the period after the fall of the Aztec Empire when Spain ruled the Mexican lands. Sit back and enjoy Jay’s stunning photography of colorful architecture, art, landscapes and people.
We are thrilled to have Colleen Webster return to our stage on Thursday, January 16, to perform as cherished Provincetown poet, Mary Oliver. To learn more about the poetry of Mary Oliver, please join us on January 13 at 1:30 p.m. for this poetry workshop led by Martha Armenti.
UEmpower of Maryland’s “The Food Project” brings culinary skills, job opportunities, sustainable food sources, mentorship and hope to the youth of Southwest Baltimore. Michelle Suazo and Rikki Spector share the story of this unique program from its very beginning through overcoming adversity, drugs and poverty, to where it hopes to be in the future.
The delightful Colleen Webster will portray Pulitzer-prize-winning poet Mary Oliver. Oliver’s poetry is characterized by a sincere wonderment and connection with the environment, conveyed in unadorned language and simple yet striking imagery. The close association of women with nature is a popular theme. Colleen Webster is marvelous.
Dr. Lynne Agress, who teaches in the Odyssey Program at Johns Hopkins University, gives us food for thought with astute observations regarding the relevance of William Shakespeare’s plays today. She offers numerous examples of timeless characters and situations: King Lear's selfish and duplicitous daughters, deceitful and racist Iago in Othello, antisemitism in Merchant of Venice,
We have just witnessed the most important and divisive election of our lifetimes. But what comes next? Barry Rascovar, former Baltimore Sun reporter, editor and political columnist, will lead the thought-provoking discussion on today’s political landscape.
Taste chocolates from dark to white to unique flavors including blond, strawberry, and others. In this 2-hour class, you will explore which chocolates you prefer and then what you like to pair it with, from nuts to salts to ganaches and caramel. This fun class gives you an opportunity to create your own chocolate creation.
Mount Vernon String Quartet will perform selected classical pieces and describe their mission to uplift Baltimore with music. Learn about their vision for Music House, a renovated, abandoned warehouse, which will not only house their musicians, but will also bring classical music to Baltimore. A memorable morning of music and message!
The food and charming folkways of remote Smith Island, a four-century-old waterman's community in the Chesapeake Bay, is documented in Mrs. Kitching's Smith Island Cookbook. The book’s co-author, Club member Susan Stiles Dowell, was a reporter for MD Public Television when the frozen bay isolated Smith Island in the 1970s. The following spring, Susan produced