Dear Educators and Parents,

I am putting together a community poetry project for kids. Adults can play along too.

For several years, I have run an annual poetry writing project. For one month, participants receive a daily writing prompt related to a theme. (In 2014 we wrote in response to Pantone paint colors; in 2019 the theme was Food). The goal is to write and share a newly drafted poem with the group every day. It’s a way of practicing writing with others.

Beginning March 23rd, our online schedule will reflect the live streaming options so that you can practice from home. Thank you for your support of your teachers and Baltimore Yoga Village at this time. We are pleased to serve you in this way.

"We are launching a new series called Five Minute Histories. Each day, we’ll record a short video about a different historic place in Baltimore. My on-site production crew consists of my 14 year old daughter and 15 year old son, and we are honoring Governor Hogan’s request and are doing this from home.

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Experience our Virtual J!

Our J buildings may be closed, but our J Team is hard at work creating virtual programming to help keep you and your family engaged and active during this challenging time for our community. Join us as we begin streaming virtual video experiences for group fitness classes, kids programming, a Shabbat community experience for our Early Learning Center families, wellness resources, and more. Stay tuned for more updates and please contact us with ideas or suggestions for what kinds of virtual content you and your family would most like to experience.

MIC is back with another in our "Remotely Funny" series of video improv comedy scenes. Laugh while physically distant from us!

We’re excited to announce the launch of the “Virtually Creative” after-school program.

The “Virtually Creative” after school program is an extension of our onsite programming that takes place at John Ruhrah Elementary/ Middle and Tench Tilghman Elementary/ Middle. In an effort to continue supporting our schools we are providing afterschool programming online. Each day, students receive homework help and hangout time to connect with friends. They will also have virtual Restorative Practice circles every Friday. Below is a detailed breakdown of the Virtually Creative schedule.

Get craft ideas and downloadable art projects for free art-making workshops.

A live online venue for artists to perform & support living expenses, and for the community to connect through live music despite COVID cancellations.

Tune in to concerts by professional musicians and music students on Facebook or Instagram and support artists through suggested online “admission fees” directly contributed to artists.

Here you will find FREE video tutorials, crafts, fitness, games and activities for all ages. Click any of the sections below to explore all resources. We want to make sure you stay active and have fun while at home. The Virtual Rec is growing daily, so check back often. #stayhomeheroes

Lilia Torres joined Artesanas in 2014. She started teaching cooking classes at an after school program. Lilia says, "Sharing with people everything that is done fills me with joy and I love ​​working with children." Lilia considers herself a hardworking, enterprising, humble and simple woman with a lot of desire to move forward.

Venmo: Lilia Torres @Lilia-Torres-13

CHILES RELLENOS WITH TOMATO SAUCE - RECIPE FOR 6 PEOPLE INGREDIENTS:

6 POBLANO PEPPERS

6 EGGS

½ POUND OF HARD CHEESE

1 CUP OF VEGETABLE OIL

5 RED TOMATOES

We’re back with our third ”Five Minute Histories" feature: Art and Innovation in Station North! With this video, we are continuing our a new series called "Five Minute Histories." Each day, we’ll record a short video about a different historic place in Baltimore and post it on our Facebook page and website.

We are honoring Governor Hogan’s request and are doing this from home.

"This is when we all need yoga most. We're giving everyone free access to a new collection of online classes every week so you can keep your practice moving - wherever you are."

We offer art workshop videos, coloring pages, and other educational content! With these videos, we're coming to YOU with how to's of art projects you can do right at home with everyday household items. Enjoy, and have fun!

URecFit Group Exercise goes online! All classes will be available for registration on URecFit Live. You are not required to be a URecFit member to sign up! Registration will remain open until the group exercise class begins. We recommend registering and joining the class 10 minuters prior to start time to ensure your audio and visual components are working properly. We will be using Microsoft Teams as our platform for delivery. Each instance has a unique Teams link that you will see at the bottom of your confirmation email.

Get up and move, learn, and smile with artists and teachers who are excited to spend time with you! The Arts & Learning Kids TV show brings school lessons to life in your living room every weekend with fun and engaging arts-based learning for kids!

Episodes are tailored to lessons for students by grade levels: Explorers (preK-K), Discoverers (1st & 2nd), and Adventurers (3rd-5th)!

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We will have a different animal everyday to explore about and answer your questions. We will also do some kind of fun activity like reading a book, a science experiment or craft. Fun for all ages!

This will continue throughout this pandemic emergency. I have the dates set until April 10th but will extend this as needed. Watch our videos live or later to keep busy and have fun. Let us know what you like and/or what you & your kiddos are needing during this time.

Bring the Y to you, wherever you are.

Whether it's a current Y favorite or something new to you, YMCA 360 matches your lifestyle with a growing library of online videos for you and your family.