Author Archive: News Release
News releases from various sources around South Baltimore.
Saturday’s Bruce Springsteen Concert at Oriole Park at Camden Yards Postponed
Mr. Springsteen is being treated for symptoms of peptic ulcer disease and the decision of his medical advisors is that he should postpone the remainder of his September shows.
Brazilian Navy Training Ship NE BRASIL Coming to the Inner Harbor Today
The Brazilian Navy Training Ship, NE BRASIL, is heading up the bay & Baltimore bound. The ship will be docking on the west wall of the Inner Harbor.
Cub Scouts of South Baltimore Hosting an Open House on September 13th at Riverside Park
“Cub Scouting is a neighborhood centered, parent-volunteer run program for kids grades K through five that combines FUN with educational activities and lifelong values. Cub Scouting is designed to support and encourage family and community involvement.”
Norwegian Cruise Line Returns to the Port of Baltimore
Norwegian Cruise Line has returned to the Port of Baltimore, joining Carnival Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean. There are now five cruise ships scheduling trips out of Baltimore.
Riverside Park Pool and Druid Hill Park Pool to Stay Open This Week
The Riverside Park Pool and Druid Hill Park Pool were scheduled to close after Labor Day, like all other City pools, but both will now stay open another week due to the current heat wave.
Portion of Light Street Closed Downtown for Emergency Gas Line Repairs
“We are closing Light St between Baltimore St and E Lombard St, so that BGE can do some emergency repairs to a gas line.”
Pratt Street to Close on Friday and Saturday for ‘Charm City Live’ Music Festival
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the traffic modifications for the Charm City Live Music Festival. Charm City Live is a free, one day festival that will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Catholic Community of South Baltimore Hosts Oktoberfest on September 23rd in Federal Hill
“We’re excited to once again host Oktoberfest at the original German parish, Holy Cross. Join us for this outdoor festival with beer, German food, polka music, kids’ games, wheels of chance, a cash raffle, and more.”
Local Breweries Collaborate to Create South Baltimore Brewery District
Checkerspot Brewing Co., Pickett Brewing Company, Suspended Brewing Company, and Wico Street Beer Co. are joining forces to create a walkable craft beer district near the stadiums in South Baltimore and launching it with an inaugural event on October 28, 2023. Event-goers will enjoy craft beer releases, live music and celebrations as they walk between the four breweries.
Watefront Partnership Unveils ‘Baltimore Blueway’ Master Plan of Paddling Trails
The Baltimore Blueway is a proposed network of eight water trails and 20 access points for paddlers that will connect cultural, historic and natural sites throughout Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and Middle Branch.
South Baltimore Crime Updates
A carjacking, assault, and robbery in Federal Hill; two aggravated assaults in Pigtown; and a lot of auto thefts in the area.
Open Houses for the Proposed ‘Red Line’ Transit Line This Week
This project addresses a major gap in east-west transit service between Bayview and Woodlawn, through downtown Baltimore City.
Ravens to Host Training Camp Practice at M&T Bank Stadium on July 29th
Highlighted by a post-practice player autograph session for children ages 6-14, the practice will also feature entertainment that includes interactive games, Baltimore’s Marching Ravens, cheerleaders and mascot Poe.
Concert This Sunday at Latrobe Park in Locust Point
A summer concert hosted by the Locust Point Civic Association featuring Sac Au Lait – New Orleans Brass Band. B.Y.O. Everything.
Argentine Tall Ship ARA LIBERTAD Now at The Inner Harbor
The Tall Ship LIBERTAD is a training ship for the Argentine Navy. Saturday July 8 the ship will celebrate the Argentine Independence Day
AVAM’s Flicks From The Hill Lineup Released
“AVAM’s outdoor film series makes its triumphant return on Thursday, July 6 with West Side Story (1961), plus FREE MUSEUM ENTRY FROM 5–9 PM! Food trucks, popcorn, pre-movie activities and of course the scenic ambience of Federal Hill at twilight.”
4th of July Events at the Inner Harbor and Middle Branch Park
“Following last year’s successful return of the 4th of July fireworks to Baltimore, BOPA, BSO, and WPB will collaborate again to produce a magical evening of programming spanning the Waterfront Promenade from Harborplace to Rash Field. Also joining the festivities is the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore, Maryland Science Center, American Visionary Arts Museum (AVAM), and media partner WJZ.”
