Last Updated on November 3, 2026
The announcements in this section are focused on events and activities that might be of interest to and/or are open (free) to the entire Charlestown Community. Make sure to also visit Department and Club/Events (Resident Activities) webpages and NEWS for additional announcements.
October 2026 is Staff Appreciation Month!
STAFF APPRECIATION MONTH
October 1 – November 6, 2026
Let’s celebrate the amazing staff
who go the extra mile
for our community every day!
CVS Pharmacy Transitions to Main Street Pharmacy in November
Main Street Pharmacy is the newly branded name for Omnicare Pharmacy through Erickson, a change resulting from acquisition by GenieRx Holdings.
Pharmacy location, hours of operation, team, services and insurance participation will remain the same. The pharmacy team will help with any additional information needed for prescriptions, including ordering and payments.
After the transition, ExtraCare rewards will not be honored on-site, but may be used at other CVS pharmacies.
Fitness and Aquatics Centers Re-Openings Announced
Next Residents’ Council Monthly Meeting November 3
Residents’ Council Monthly Meeting
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
2 PM
Auditorium
A video of this month’s Council meeting is available on
MyErickson/TV & Videos/Residents Council
Happy Retirement Mary Evans
Please join us in thanking Mary for 31 years of exceptional service:
Retirement Celebration for Mary Evans
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
2 – 4 PM
Erickson Conference Center
Light refreshments will be served.
Come and wish her happiness, health and endless opportunities in retirement.
Crazy Quilt Blues Presented November 5
Studio 7-1-5 invites you to a lively Readers’ Theater enactment by Baltimore playwright Rosemary Frisino Toohey:
Crazy Quilt Blues
Thursday, November 5, 2026
1 – 2:30 PM
Auditorium
Free admission!
Heritage Festival November 6
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committees of the Residents’ and Employee Councils invites you to come to:
Heritage Festival
November 6, 2026
11 AM -2 PM
Chesapeake Lounge
Join fellow residents to celebrate the traditions, stories, and cultural heritage that enrich our community. This welcoming event offers an opportunity to gain experience, connect, and enjoy a meaningful afternoon of shared experiences and community spirit.
General Services Town Hall November 9
General Services Updates
Monday, November 9, 2026
11 AM
Auditorium
Join Jason Dennis, Director of General Services, and the General Services management team for an informative hour of project news, department updates, followed by a time for questions and comments.
An Opportunity to Engage with UMBC Students
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
30 minutes (8:30 – 11:30 AM)
Erickson Conference Center
Registration required: Email (contact) resident Art Johnson to register [name, email address, preferred arrival time] or for information. Contact information can be found in the Resident Directory, available online in MyErickson.
Living for Today and Planning for Tomorrow Next Session Nov. 12
The Time is Now! Learn why it is important to have end-of-life documents that express your wishes and what happens upon death at Charlestown.
A four part planning series on Advanced Planning.
Remaining sessions on Thursdays as shown below:
November 12
December 17
Sept. 24; Oct. 15 – complete, videos available on My Erickson
Place: Auditorium Time: 11:30 am-12:30 pm
For information call:
Lisa Roeder 410-737-8838 ext. 601-8057.
Baked Goods Needed in Support of Community Concert Series
Please consider donating homemade or bakery-bought baked items to be sold during the Resident Holiday Arts Craft Sale.
Deliver items to:
Community Resources Office on Terrace Level, Brookside
Friday, November 13, 2026
9 AM – Noon
Call 410-737-8838 ext. 601-8577 for details.
~Proceeds support Community Concert Series Events~
Last Chance to Purchase Raffle Tickets for Quilled Wreaths
Wreath Raffle Ticket Sales
Nov. 13 at the Craft Fair
Raffle Drawing at Craft Fair on November 13, 2026
1 chance = $3
2 chances = $5
4 chances = $10
~All proceeds donated to Benevolent Care Fund~
Resident Holiday Arts & Crafts Sale November 13
Friday, November 13, 2026
1 – 4 PM
Erickson Conference Center
Interested in participating? Pick up a registration form from the Community Resources Office In Brookside T-Level.
American Medical Equipment Adjustment & Repair Clinic November 16
Monday, November 16, 2026
10 AM – 1 PM
Erickson Conference Center
Please come by to see us:
Bring your walker, rollator, wheelchair, scooter for adjustments/ repairs
FREE safety checks/adjustments of your mobility aids
Take a look and test drive new mobility devices
On-site fitters available for compression/diabetic shoes/orthotics
Lift chairs and accessories for your comfort
~Sponsored by American Medical Equipment, Catonsville~
Medication Disposal Day November 16
Charlestown’s Medication Disposal Day
Monday, November 16, 2026
1 – 3 PM
Fireside Lounge | Cross Creek Lobby
Check your closet for outdated or no longer used prescription medicines.
No sharps or needles, please.
Residents and staff can bring medications, in plastic bags if possible, for safe disposal.
Sponsored by Residents’ Council Health Services Committee, Charlestown Security and Emergency Services and Baltimore County Police Department
Harmonizers 2026 Holiday Concert
TICKET SALES: $8 each
Mon., Nov. 16
Cross Creek | 10 – 11 AM
Fireside | Noon – 1 PM
If needed: Mon., Nov. 23
Auditorium | 10 – 11 AM
PERFORMANCES: Auditorium
Wed., Dec. 2 at 2 PM
Thur., Dec. 3 at 7 PM
Fri., Dec. 4 at 7 PM
TICKET HOTLINE:
410-737-8838, ext. 601-8577
Injury Prevention Expo November 20
Safety has never been this much fun!
Friday November 20, 202
9:30 AM
Erickson Conference Center
Open to all residents and staff
Featured exhibits:
Falls Prevention, Kitchen Safety, Body Mechanics,
Emergency Preparedness, Campus Safety,
plus more safety stations and demos.
Charlestown Pie & Play Contest November 24
Charlestown Pie & Play
Fitness Team Fundraiser
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
10 AM – Noon
Charlestown Commons
Wi-Fi Guides for Connecting to Charlestown Networks Available on MyErickson
Wi-Fi Guides for connecting Android, Apple and Windows 11 devices to the Charlestown Resident Network are available in My Erickson in the User Guide section. Connect 3 is currently being installed in all independent living apartments, and headless devices will be managed by each apartment. The Portal Network will be going away.
Whether Driving a Car or EMV, Stop and Look Both Ways!
Slow down. Stop at stop signs, crosswalks and intersections!
If you observe unsafe auto or EV operation, please note the description and license number, and notify Security.
Walk safely, looking both ways at crosswalks and corners.
It takes us all to make the campus safer.
Document Your Groups’ History
Janel Douglass Digital Archives will store your records and document your history!
Regularly email your resident groups’ minutes, documents and photos.
Send your records to: charlestownarchives17@gmail.com
The Archives are located in Courtyard Crossing (Building 7) Lobby.
Open for visits and/or research:
Mon: 1 PM – 3 PM
Tues: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Wed and Thurs: 10 AM – 12:30 PM
Please call to confirm at 410-737-8838, x8356 or 601-8356.
Photographers needed to document campus events to be preserved in the Archives.
You Can Help Remedy Shopping Cart Shortages!
Please remember to return all
shopping carts and wheelchairs
to your nearest front desk
after use!
Other residents will thank you!
Administration Updates
Tune in to Channel 972 or visit MyErickson
There are Admin updates on TV972 on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Broadcast at: 10 AM, Noon, 4 PM, 10 PM Check weekly TV972 Schedule
Current updates are also available on MyErickson under Community Videos -> Admin Updates.
Security Reminds You to Contact Them Prior to Unregistered Visitor Arrivals
You will be asked to provide the following information:
• Name of the visitor
• Approximate date/time of arrival
• Location where to direct your visitor
AARP Fraud Alert Keeps Us Informed About Current Scams
Bookmark the fraud and scam alerts so that you can easily check the website when you get a suspicious email or phone call or you can sign up to have the alerts send directly to you through your email account. There is also a helpline phone number to call: 877-908-3360.
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