Here's a free event tomorrow for Baltimore city fathers, courtesy of Jennifer Choi:

The New Shiloh Family Life Center, 2100 N. Monroe St., will host the 2008 Young Fathers Conference from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday. This event, which features speakers, workshops and panel discussions, aims to help young, local fathers build stronger, healthier family connections and learn about the various community resources available to them.

Speakers include Maryland Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown; Salima Siler Marriott, Deputy Mayor, Community and Human Development; and Raymond L. Torres, executive director of Casey Family Services, among others. The program features workshops and panel discussions on healthy relationships, employment, domestic violence, financial success, mental health and permanent family connections. A complimentary continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Call 410-342-7554 or go to caseyfamilyservices.org.

The sponsors are the Baltimore Division of Casey Family Services, the direct service agency of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, and the Maryland Department of Human Resources.