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SUMMARY:Herbal Compass CSA: Navigating Healing Throughout the Calendar Wheel
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to reconnect\, reawaken\, and realign with your body’s innate wisdom—the deep intelligence that guides healing not only for yourself\, but for the greater collective? \nIn a world shaped by social and political division and rapid technological growth\, our senses are overwhelmed and our hearts and minds strained\, as rates of anxiety\, depression\, and physical dis-ease continue to rise. Disconnection deepens—from ourselves\, from one another\, and from the living web that sustains us. Yet a fundamental truth remains: the Earth’s body and the human body are one and the same. \nWhat if the ancient yet ever-relevant practices of plant medicine and land stewardship could help restore that connection\, support healing\, & cultivate compassion as a form of radical activism? \nStep into the HERBAL SANCTUARY as we navigate toward a deeper connection with the place we call home–the land under our feet & the body we carry. \nJoin artist\, plant medicine educator\, and clinical herbalist Alyssa Dennis for Herbal Compass CSA: Navigating Healing Throughout the Calendar Wheel\, meeting one Saturday per month from March – October. This program invites you to experience the calendar not in a linear fashion\, but as a revolving wheel. Unlike a traditional CSA that provides vegetables\, this program centers on medicinal plants—growing\, harvesting\, identifying\, and transforming them into remedies. You’ll receive hands-on training in botanical therapeutics\, plant ID\, and medicine-making while creating your own preparations to take home. Herbal medicine has always been a collective practice rooted in trust\, transparency\, and sovereignty over our health. You will be immersed in one of the most biodiverse urban environments\, safely tasting\, touching\, and smelling medicinal plants while learning to integrate them into your daily life and expanding your home apothecary. \nThis immersive program fosters a deep awareness of kin-centric relationships that includes discussions about seasonal cycles\, plant allies\, and holistic well-being.\nEach month focuses on one or two plant allies\, their therapeutic benefits\, and seasonal wellness practices aligned with nature’s rhythms. As we walk the calendar wheel together we’ll discuss the study of the Chinese/Celtic Five Elements or Phases (Earth\, Fire\, Water\, Wood\, & Metal)\, to explore how cyclical rhythms shape our internal & external environments which influence health as we embody this knowledge through the act of crafting medicine whether it’s a tinctures\, salves\, oxymels\, vinegars\, and infused oils. Each element moves through alchemical phases that guide both plant medicine and human well-being. \nFor example\, Sept & Oct is a time of discernment and boundary-setting before winter’s inward turn. We ask: What needs to be released\, and what needs to be nourished? Astragalus root supports this process by strengthening boundaries while nourishing and protecting the body. \nAs many herbalists note\, the plant most suited to support your body often grows right outside your door—within your bioregion. Mama Earth is calling you home and she can’t wait for you to join us. \n“We can support the earth by staying solid in our cycles\, as much as we can\, with those of the earth\, moon & sun.” – Judith Berger\, Herbal Ritual \nLocation: at the Eclipta Herbal sanctuary in the Hamilton neighborhood of Baltimore\, MD (address sent after sign up) \n**Space is limited to an intimate 15 spots** Spots fill up quickly. Sign up today! \nSave 10% if you register before Feb 1st with coupon code compass2026 \nSave an extra 10% when you do all 8 sessions! \nFirst session starts March 28th. Registration ends March 15th \nMar. 28th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nApr. 18th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nMay 16th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nJune 13th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nJuly 11th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nAug. 8th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nSept 12th\, 1-4pm\, 2026\nOct. 10th\, 1-4pm\, 2026
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/herbal-compass-csa-navigating-healing-throughout-the-calendar-wheel/
CATEGORIES:Antidotes to Toxicity,Land
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
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SUMMARY:End Papers: A mini book fest on capitalism and the climate crisis
DESCRIPTION:A one-day festival of books on capitalism and the climate crisis\, featuring Thea Riofrancos\, Tao Leigh Goffe\, Alyssa Battistoni\, Billy Fleming\, Julian Hattem and more! Plus a radical resource fair with local climate organizers!\nPresenting authors include… \nThea Riofrancos presents Extraction: The Frontiers of Green Capitalism — in conversation with Nicole Fabricant An in-depth investigation into the growing industry of green technologies and the environmental\, social\, and political consequences of the mining it requires. \nTao Leigh Goffe presents Dark Laboratory: On Columbus\, the Caribbean\, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis_ _in conversation with Robbie Shilliam A groundbreaking investigation of the Caribbean as both an idyll in the American imagination and a dark laboratory of Western experimentation\, revealing secrets to racial and environmental progress that impact how we live today. \nBilly Fleming presents Building Postcarbon Futures: Land\, Justice\, and the Energy Transition What would a postcarbon future look like? How would a more just\, decarbonized world require us to change the way we live? What would it take to build this world?  \nAlyssa Battistoni presents Free Gifts: Capitalism and the Politics of Nature A timely new critique of capitalism’s persistent failure to value nature \nJulian Hattem presents Shelter from the Storm: How Climate Change Is Creating a New Era of Migration — in conversation with Maximilian Alvarez An urgent wake-up call about the coming large-scale human displacement caused by climate change\, from one of the world’s leading experts
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/end-papers-a-mini-book-fest-on-capitalism-and-the-climate-crisis-2/
LOCATION:Red Emma’s
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ORGANIZER;CN="Red Emma's":MAILTO:info@redemmas.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
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SUMMARY:Workshop #3: River Reimagining Workshop: Imagining alternative futures for the Jones Falls River
DESCRIPTION:Ready to dream?\nRiver Reimagining Workshop:\nImagining alternative futures for the Jones Falls River \nYou’re invited to participate in our series of River Reimagining Workshops\, along with collaborators from Morgan State University School of Architecture + Planning. \nWORKSHOP #3: FOR STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS\nWednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n10:00 am –12:00 pm\nMorgan State University\, Center for Built Environment and Infrastructure Studies (CBEIS) Room 235\n5201 Perring Parkway\, Baltimore\, MD 21214 (See map) \nThis event is funded by the Yale ASCEND Grant for Collaborative Teaching that supports ARCH304/ENST739 Urban Design and Human Behavior course. \nThe Jones Falls River has been partially hidden below I-83 for over 50 years\, overlooked and mistreated. How might we radically reimagine our river as the center of a reconnected and ecologically vibrant Baltimore? \nJones Falls 2076 is a speculative design project to envision aspirational and quixotic futures for the river in 2076\, half a century from now. This series of River Reimagining workshops\, art exhibitions\, discussions\, and publications will encourage radical dreaming and summon collective action on the future of the Jones Falls. \nJoin one of our six River Reimagining Workshops to think beyond the status quo and share your creative\, dream-like\, radical\, unexpected visions for the future of the Jones Falls. \nEach 90-minute workshop is limited to 25–30 participants to engender creativity\, participation\, and collaboration among a specific stakeholder group\, including: river and watershed advocates\, designers and planners\, environmental and community activists\, students and educators\, civic representatives and policymakers\, and scientists. \nThe ideas generated in the River Reimagining Workshops will be featured in Confluence: Reimagining Baltimore’s Waterways\, a forthcoming exhibition at AREA 405 opening on May 8\, 2026.\nThe Reimagining River Workshops are free\, but registration is required as space is limited. \nQuestions?\nhello@jonesfalls2076.org\nwww.jonesfalls2076.org\nFollow us on Instagram at @jonesfalls2076
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/workshop-3-river-reimagining-workshop-imagining-alternative-futures-for-the-jones-falls-river/
CATEGORIES:Jones Falls 2076
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T211500
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
CREATED:20260226T162316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T162316Z
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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Since 2019\, the Alliance has brought communities together by hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This spring\, the Film Festival will provide warmth\, inspire action\, and raise hope during a time of growth and rebirth. \nThe Wild & Scenic Film Festival brings together incredible selections of films that inform\, inspire\, and ignite solutions and possibilities to restore the earth and human communities while creating a positive future for the next generation. Festival-goers can expect to see award-winning films about nature\, community activism\, adventure\, conservation\, water\, energy and climate change\, wildlife\, environmental justice\, agriculture\, Native American\, and indigenous cultures. \nThe Film Festival is a natural extension of the Alliance’s mission to bring together communities\, companies\, and conservationists to improve the lands and waters of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. \nWe look forward to coming together again in April 2026 at the 8th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival! \nDates and Venues:\n4/1: Annapolis\, MD – Main Theater at Maryland Hall\n4/8: Washington\, DC – The Miracle Theater\n4/14: Lancaster\, PA – Penn Cinema\n4/2-4/23: Virtual
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/wild-scenic-film-festival/2026-04-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
CREATED:20260320T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T202137Z
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SUMMARY:Solarpunk Opening at the Crow's Nest
DESCRIPTION:We can’t be what we can’t see. As fascism destroys our social systems\, the ability to imagine a way out is vital– we cannot simply return to the neoliberal structures that failed us and allowed the climate crisis in the first place. Imagining better is difficult\, radical work– perhaps more difficult and more radical than critique. What does a liberated world look like? How will we live? \nWe can’t be what we can’t see. As fascism destroys our social systems\, the ability to imagine a way out is vital– we cannot simply return to the neoliberal structures that failed us and allowed the climate crisis in the first place. Imagining better is difficult\, radical work– perhaps more difficult and more radical than critique. What does a liberated world look like? How will we live?  \nSolarpunk is an artistic movement that seeks to answer these questions. In our open call\, we challenged artists to send us their fantastical visions of climate solutions. ​​​Artists from Baltimore to Mauritius answered our call\, and from over 70 submissions we proudly present our vision of Solarpunk\, featuring 27 works from 19 artists spanning painting\, photography\, sculpture\, film and animation. Some concern themselves with the possible and practical\, some engage with Solarpunk through the metaphysical. From the collected works\, a world of regenerative biomaterials\, art nouveau\, solar energy\, mushrooms and local sovereignty emerges– offering tantalizing visions of how we could live if we turned away from the precipice of apocalypse.
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/solarpunk-opening-at-the-crows-nest/
LOCATION:116 West Mulberry Street Baltimore\, MD 21201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T211500
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
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SUMMARY:Wild & Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Since 2019\, the Alliance has brought communities together by hosting the Wild & Scenic Film Festival across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. This spring\, the Film Festival will provide warmth\, inspire action\, and raise hope during a time of growth and rebirth. \nThe Wild & Scenic Film Festival brings together incredible selections of films that inform\, inspire\, and ignite solutions and possibilities to restore the earth and human communities while creating a positive future for the next generation. Festival-goers can expect to see award-winning films about nature\, community activism\, adventure\, conservation\, water\, energy and climate change\, wildlife\, environmental justice\, agriculture\, Native American\, and indigenous cultures. \nThe Film Festival is a natural extension of the Alliance’s mission to bring together communities\, companies\, and conservationists to improve the lands and waters of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. \nWe look forward to coming together again in April 2026 at the 8th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival! \nDates and Venues:\n4/1: Annapolis\, MD – Main Theater at Maryland Hall\n4/8: Washington\, DC – The Miracle Theater\n4/14: Lancaster\, PA – Penn Cinema\n4/2-4/23: Virtual
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/wild-scenic-film-festival/2026-04-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
CREATED:20260317T155409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T170430Z
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SUMMARY:Comparative Thought and Literature Graduate Symposium - Touching Earth: Queer Ecologies\, Ecosexualities\, and the Ethics of Relation
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us for the Comparative Thought and Literature Graduate Symposium\, to be held on April 17–18\, 2026\, presented by the graduate students of JHU’s Department of Comparative Thought and Literature. This biennial symposium brings together graduate students and faculty from across the humanities and social sciences to explore emerging interdisciplinary conversations. \nThis year’s theme is “Touching Earth: Queer Ecologies\, Ecosexualities\, and the Ethics of Relation.” We will examine how queer theory\, feminist thought\, and environmental humanities intersect in reimagining our relations to the more-than-human world. We’re thrilled to host Heather Davis (The New School) as our keynote speaker\, as well as a roundtable of JHU professors. \nThe program includes: \nFriday\n– Opening remarks and roundtable: Caroline Lillian Schopp (History of Art)\, Lauren Russell (Writing Seminars)\, Jane Bennett (CTL)\, Harris Feinsod (English)\n– Lunch\n– Graduate student panels\n– Keynote by Heather Davis \nSaturday\n– Breakfast & Lunch\n– Panels & Paper Presentations\n– Film Screening: Playing with Fire: An Ecosexual Emergency\n– Closing Reception with DJ Set by The Soft Pink Truth \nThis year’s event is co-sponsored by the Ecological Design Collective\, along with the departments of Modern Languages and Literatures\, History of Art\, Classics\, The Center for Advanced Media Studies\, and the Program for the Study of Women\, Gender and Sexuality. \nSpace is limited. Please be sure to register for this free event!\nNote: There may be additional seating for the film screening\, so join the waitlist even if the event is full\, and we will contact you if there are extra seats for the film.
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/comparative-thought-and-literature-graduate-symposium-touching-earth-queer-ecologies-ecosexualities-and-the-ethics-of-relation/
LOCATION:Johns Hopkins University\, Gilman Hall\, Bowman Drive\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21218\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
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SUMMARY:Fix-It Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fix-It Fair is a FREE\, family friendly event hosted by the Station North Tool Library and open to the public. At Fix-It Fair\, you’ll get help from experienced volunteers making common repairs on clothes\, furniture\, leather items\, bikes\, etc. \nRegister for the event! This helps us prep tools and consumables\, screen for items that aren’t a good fit\, and set up volunteers for success. While registration is strongly preferred; drop-ins are welcome. All participants will need to check-in their items on site. \nArrive by 2 pm. 2 Items max per person. \nWe are partnering with the Department of Public Works (DPW) and will be offering Textile & Electronics recycling again! Drop off your item the day of until 3 pm. \nTextiles – Donate clothes\, linens\, or rags you no longer need. Reusable items will be sorted and sent to thrift partners\, while non-reusable items will be recycled into materials like insulation or industrial wiper rags.  \nElectronics – Bring old electronics like phones\, printers\, controllers\, and TVs. They will be dismantled to recover valuable materials\, and harmful substances like mercury or lead will be safely removed and disposed of.  \nHow does it work?\nVisitors bring their broken items from home and work with volunteer “fixers” to diagnose and make repairs. Working together to fix broken items becomes an interactive and ongoing learning process! \nWhat can I bring?\n– Bicycles\n– Clothing/textiles\n– Instruments (eg. guitar in need of restringing)\n– Small pieces of furniture\n– Small household appliances\n– Small electrical fixes\n– Dull knives and tools\n– Jewelry\n– Toys \nWill you fix it for me?\nVisitors will work with our fixers to learn how to repair their items. We provide most materials for common fixes and hands-on instruction.\nWe make no guarantee of repairs and longer\, more in-depth repairs may be referred to a local repair service.\nWe can guarantee we will try our best to help with your fixes!
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/fix-it-fair/
LOCATION:The Station North Tool Library\, 417 E Oliver St\, Baltimore\, MD 21202
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
CREATED:20260330T142712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T143729Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop #4: Designing with/for Non-Human Species (imagining alternative futures for a multi-species Jones Falls) 
DESCRIPTION:Ready to dream?\nRiver Reimagining Workshop:\nImagining alternative futures for the Jones Falls River \nYou’re invited to participate in our series of River Reimagining Workshops\, along with special guests\, students from MICA’s Ecosystems\, Sustainability\, and Justice (ESJ) program. \nWORKSHOP #4: DESIGNING WITH/FOR NONHUMAN SPECIES\nMonday\, April 20\, 2026\n6:00–7:30 pm\nMICA Center for Creative Impact\n1200 W Mount Royal Ave\, Baltimore\, MD 21217\nLocated on the corner of W Mount Royal Ave + Dolphin St\nStreet parking is available along W Mount Royal Ave \nThe Jones Falls River has been partially hidden below I-83 for over 50 years\, overlooked and mistreated. How might we radically reimagine our river as the center of a reconnected and ecologically vibrant Baltimore? \nJones Falls 2076 is a speculative design project to envision aspirational and quixotic futures for the river in 2076\, half a century from now. This series of River Reimagining workshops\, art exhibitions\, discussions\, and publications will encourage radical dreaming and summon collective action on the future of the Jones Falls. \nJoin one of our six River Reimagining Workshops to think beyond the status quo and share your creative\, dream-like\, radical\, unexpected visions for the future of the Jones Falls. \nEach 90-minute workshop is limited to 25–30 participants to engender creativity\, participation\, and collaboration among a specific stakeholder group\, including: river and watershed advocates\, designers and planners\, environmental and community activists\, students and educators\, civic representatives and policymakers\, and scientists. \nThe ideas generated in the River Reimagining Workshops will be featured in Confluence: Reimagining Baltimore’s Waterways\, a forthcoming exhibition at AREA 405 opening on May 8\, 2026.\nThe Reimagining River Workshops are free\, but registration is required as space is limited. \nQuestions?\nhello@jonesfalls2076.org\nwww.jonesfalls2076.org\nFollow us on Instagram at @jonesfalls2076
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/workshop-4-designing-with-for-non-human-species-imagining-alternative-futures-for-a-multi-species-jones-falls/
CATEGORIES:Jones Falls 2076
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
CREATED:20260402T182233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T182233Z
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SUMMARY:Whose Earth (Day)?
DESCRIPTION:Vital Matters is excited to host the 5th Annual Whose Earth (Day)?\nWhere: Lower Gwynns Falls Park\nWhen: April 22nd\, 4:30-7:30 \nWe have always held our Whose Earth (Day)? event in The Jones Falls watershed\, at Ivy Bookshop on Falls Road. Our Crossways project\, a long-term collaboration with communities across 4 watersheds in Baltimore City\, has the same question at its heart: “Whose Earth Is It?” \nThis year we invite you to meet members of Gwynns Falls Community who are working with us on this project\, and the land and water where they live. Help us ask questions like\, how can our processes of decision-making\, designing\, and maintaining our public green spaces and the waterways that run through them be more democratic\, community-based\, and hyper-local? \nTell us YOUR STORIES of water\, city parks\, construction and more. What watershed do you live in or grew up in? How have construction projects affected your green spaces and waterways? What futures can you dream for your part of Baltimore? \nBring the whole family\, and join Crossways team members Rejjia Camphor (Sister Stream Catcher)\, Sanahara Ama Chandra\, and Michele Minnick. Come out and meet your neighbors for a gathering focused on stewardship and community care\, including a trash pick-up\, water rituals\, watershed stories\, and a potluck picnic! All ages are welcome! \nVital Matters is an arts-based interdiciplinary laboratory for change focusing on climate and environmental justice\, water health and human wellness. Go to our website (www.vitalmatters.net) or our IG page (@_vital_matters_) to learn more.
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/whose-earth-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T094439
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SUMMARY:Workshop #5: River Reimagining Workshop: Imagining alternative futures for the Jones Falls River
DESCRIPTION:Ready to dream?\nRiver Reimagining Workshop:\nImagining alternative futures for the Jones Falls River \nYou’re invited to participate in our series of River Reimagining Workshops\, along with special guests including Senator Ben Cardin. \nWORKSHOP #5: FOR CITY & CIVIC LEADERS & ELECTED OFFICIALS\nThursday\, April 23\, 2026\n5:30–7:00 pm \nMICA Center for Creative Impact\n1200 W Mount Royal Ave\, Baltimore\, MD 21217\nLocated on the corner of W Mount Royal Ave + Dolphin St\nStreet parking is available along W Mount Royal Ave \nThe Jones Falls River has been partially hidden below I-83 for over 50 years\, overlooked and mistreated. How might we radically reimagine our river as the center of a reconnected and ecologically vibrant Baltimore? \nJones Falls 2076 is a speculative design project to envision aspirational and quixotic futures for the river in 2076\, half a century from now. This series of River Reimagining workshops\, art exhibitions\, discussions\, and publications will encourage radical dreaming and summon collective action on the future of the Jones Falls. \nJoin one of our six River Reimagining Workshops to think beyond the status quo and share your creative\, dream-like\, radical\, unexpected visions for the future of the Jones Falls. \nEach 90-minute workshop is limited to 25–30 participants to engender creativity\, participation\, and collaboration among a specific stakeholder group\, including: river and watershed advocates\, designers and planners\, environmental and community activists\, students and educators\, civic representatives and policymakers\, and scientists. \nThe ideas generated in the River Reimagining Workshops will be featured in Confluence: Reimagining Baltimore’s Waterways\, a forthcoming exhibition at AREA 405 opening on May 8\, 2026.\nThe Reimagining River Workshops are free\, but registration is required as space is limited. \nQuestions?\nhello@jonesfalls2076.org\nwww.jonesfalls2076.org\nFollow us on Instagram at @jonesfalls2076
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/river-reimagining-workshop-imagining-alternative-futures-for-the-jones-falls-river-5/
LOCATION:MICA Center for Creative Impact\, 1200 W Mount Royal Avenue\, Baltimore\, MD 21217
CATEGORIES:Jones Falls 2076
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SUMMARY:Syntropy / Entropy - A land based inquiry exploring possibilities for making\, creating\, and relating otherwise.
DESCRIPTION:Entropy: The universal tendency of order to decay towards disorder and chaos. Things fall apart. \nSyntropy: The universal tendency of complexity to emerge from disorder and chaos. Things come together. \nThis experimental land-based residency will weave together practices and provocations from\nGesturing Towards Decolonial Futures (GTDF)\, the evolved pedagogy and holding structures of\nBanana Mountain (our democratic unschool)\, and unfolding rhythms of reciprocity with this land; a\nsprawling\, semi-feral farm in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada (Spain) where the Trevélez and Guadalfeo rivers meet on their way from the mountains to the sea. \nThe residency has no fee\, no funding\, no pressure to produce\, and no pre-specified outcomes. It\noffers 4 – 10 participants an invitation into open-ended inquiry\, a space to be with and feel the\nweight of complexity\, complicity\, and collapse\, and to experiment with the tender possibilities of\nrelating\, responding\, and hoping otherwise\, in the company of others\, with no guarantees. \nThis inquiry will be held within a simple container of co-living (shared housing\, shared meals\,\nmutual care\, and consent-based decision-making)\, co-stewarding (15 hours per week of land work)\,\nand co-sensing (a weekly seminar using materials from GTDF). This container intends to offer\nenough structure to hold while leaving plenty of room for personal and collective exploration and\nemergent possibilities. \nThis residency is for folks with a personal or relational practice they would like to explore in\ndialogue with land\, who are drawn to the offerings of GTDF and ready to face complicity and\ncollapse\, who understand land-work as a way of being in relationship rather than a form of\nexchange\, who do not need or expect therapeutic holding or retreat-style comforts\, and who are\nready to participate in the co-creation of a living relational field that everyone involved is\nresponsible to\, and no one is responsible for. \nTo express your interest and/or find out more visit our website\, or email luke@uniondelosrios.org
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/syntropy-entropy-a-land-based-inquiry-exploring-possibilities-for-making-creating-and-relating-otherwise/
LOCATION:Finca La Herradura\, Finca La Herradura s/n\, Orgiva\, Granada\, 18418\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Land
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SUMMARY:a Symposium on Expressway Removal and the Future of the Jones Falls
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday April 25th\, 2026\, The Congress for the New Urbanism Mid-Atlantic Chapter is convening a panel of local & national experts for a Symposium on Expressway Removal and the Future of the Jones Falls.\n\nRight now\, public interest around the Jones Falls Valley — its condition\, its potential\, and its future — is at the highest level we’ve seen in recent memory:\n\nAn unusual number of controversies menacing the health of the Jones Falls — ranging from sewage overflows\, lead paint flakes\, and a proposal to relocate a waste transfer station within the floodplain of the river — have sprung up in the last year. Initiatives like the Jones Falls Watershed Strategic Plan and Jones Falls 2076 are engaging local community members and stakeholders to plan and imagine the future of the watershed. The Jones Falls Gateway project promises to render the entrance to the Jones Falls Trail from Midtown Baltimore more accessible\, safe\, and legible.\n\nBut the elephant in the room remains the elevated interstate highway (I-83) that runs directly on top of the river. Removing lower portions of the Jones Falls Expressway (JFX) has been the object of study in the not-so-distant past\, but real organized momentum has remained elusive.\n\nNow is the time for Baltimore City to face the issue of expressway removal head-on\, and begin planning ahead.\n\nHow have local designers conceived of a liberated Jones Falls in the past? How have other cities succeeded in removing urban expressways? What elements are required in a successful expressway removal coalition? How do supporters make effective arguments in favor of removal?\n\nThese questions (and more) will be addressed in a series of presentations by the following panel of experts:\n	-Al Barry (Semi-retired transportation planner; Chair of the Jones Falls Watershed Steering Committee)\n	-Pavlina Ilieva (Principal at PI.KL; Baltimore City UDAAP Chair; former Morgan State SAP faculty)\n	-Gabriel Kroiz – (Associate Professor of Architecture at Morgan State SAP)\n	-Marc Wouters – (Principal at Marc Wouters Studios; expressway removal expert)\n\nWe will be joined by State Senator Antonio Hayes for some introductory remarks.\n\nBe sure to save the date and be on look out for further communications about this momentum-building event.
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/a-symposium-on-expressway-removal-and-the-future-of-the-jones-falls/
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SUMMARY:Therapeutic Foraging Walk: Restoring Kinship with the Wild (May)
DESCRIPTION:Join Ally-Anne\, Naturalist & Nature Informed Therapist on a mindful walk to deepen your relationship with the land you call home. Each stroll will explore a different healing theme guided by local plants through the seasons. Grounded in reverence and reciprocity\, you will not only learn about several plants\, but from them as living members of the community. It’s an invitation to nurture curiosity & presence. To awaken your ecological identity and ground your nervous system. Beginner friendly. Slow pace.
URL:https://community.ecodesigncollective.org/event/therapeutic-foraging-walk-restoring-kinship-with-the-wild-march/
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