CHabad Lubavitch is a 250-year old branch of Hasidism. The central values are " understanding and recognition of the Creator, the role and purpose of Creation, and the importance and unique mission of each Creature. This philosophy guides a person to refine and govern his and her every act and feeling through wisdom, comprehension and knowledge."
This Chabad Center is directed by Rabbi Shmuel Kaplan, and offers home and hospital visitations, synagogue, classes, one-on-one study, funeral services and an extensive library. You can call the center for information on times and programs.
The Continental Divide Trail Society has been working since 1978 to improve the Continental Divide Scenic Trail that extends 3,000 miles through the Rocky Mountains to Canada. Services include archived newsletters, patches and printed maps. Potential members can join by paying the annual dues of $10 to help preserve the trails for fellow hikers.
Urban Information Associates is a consulting company that specializes in community and economic development, community profiles and needs assessments, and regional strategies. It has worked on projects such as downtown and highway revitalizations, economic impact analysis for retail centers and workforce housing trends.
The Fraternal Order of Police Baltimore City Lodge represents more than 5,000 active and retired officers in the area. Events include general meetings, ladies' nights and happy hours for its members, along with candlelight vigils for fallen Baltimore City Police Department police officers and their families.
