May 17
Knot Just a Keychain
Desi Rotenberg will host an event at Beth El Congregation that shows attendees how to use tzitzit string to create knots that have meaning and intention. The event runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This program is part of a program that takes place during the Omer period between Passover and Shavuot. $36. Register: soulcenterbaltimore.org/special_events_and/knot-just-a-keychain/
May 17
Jewish Museum of Maryland Annual Meeting 2026
Come to the Jewish Museum of Maryland from 5 to 7 p.m. for a night that recaps the last year of work and looks forward to this year, too. More details will come, but the event will be held at the Museum’s facilities on Lloyd Street. $12. Register: jewishmuseummd.org
May 19
Jewish Women’s Giving Foundation Closing Luncheon: Honoring What We’ve Built Together
Starting at 11 a.m., The Associated will honor the Jewish Women’s Giving Foundation with a luncheon. The event will highlight the work of the 2026 grantees and the overall power of women’s giving. Free. Register: tinyurl.com/4fnty8yp
May 19
Celebrating Jewish Stories that Inspire: An Evening with Joan Lunden
The Jewish Library of Baltimore is hosting a conversation with award-winning journalist and best-selling author Joan Lunden, complete with free copies of her book for the first 50 people to register. The event runs from 7 to 8:30 and will include time to get your book signed! Free. Register: tinyurl.com/abedyt3h
May 26
Baltimore Orioles Jewish Heritage Night
The O’s take on division rival Tampa Bay for the team’s second annual Jewish Heritage Night. If you buy a special Jewish Heritage ticket, you’ll get a special giveaway jersey in addition to having all sorts of fun surrounded by other Jews. The game starts around 6:35. $34.34 to $82.43. Register: gofevo.com/event/Associated2
May 27
Myerberg Spring Art Show 2026
The Myerberg Spring Art Show will feature over 60 artists, some of whom are Myerberg students and some who are instructors. The artwork will include ceramics, watercolors, oils, pastels, acrylics and photography. There will be light kosher refreshments, too. The event runs from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Free. Register: myerberg.org/art-show-2-2/
May 27
Queer Jewish Movie Night: Tahara
Third Space at Shaarei Tfiloh is hosting an edition of its Queer Movie Night featuring the film “Tahara.” “Tahara” tells the story of two high schoolers who kiss at the funeral of a Hebrew classmate. The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and features a screening and a conversation afterward. Come enjoy community, entertainment and some good informal chatting. Free to $36. Register: thirdspacest.org/event/queer-jewish-movie-night-tahara/
May 29
YAD & BAYITT Shabbat
The Young Adult Division, in partnership with BAYITT, is hosting a camp-inspired Shabbat from 6 to 9 p.m.! Come and enjoy services led by Rav Tyler and Sarah Jacobs, as well as a vegetarian potluck and s’mores, that will remind you of summers as a kid with your friends. Wear your favorite white Shabbat outfit and come ready for some fun. Free. Register: bethamsynagogue.shulcloud.com/event/bayittyadshabbat
