Author Archive: News Release
News releases from various sources around South Baltimore.
South Baltimore Gateway Partnership Announces $550,500 in New Community Grants
The South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) is excited to announce $550,500 in new Community Grants to support 13 projects across South and Southwest Baltimore. This round of funding was highly competitive, attracting proposals totaling more than $1.1 million.
Maryland Announces RFP for a 28,434 Sq. Ft. Office Space Downtown for SDAT
The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) announced the department’s lease solicitation for commercial office space for the new headquarters of the Maryland Department of Assessment and Taxation (SDAT).
Heavy Traffic Expected Downtown Tonight During President Biden’s Visit
President Joe Biden will be at Center Stage in Mount Vernon tonight for a CNN town hall that will air at 8pm. Heavy traffic is anticipated tonight around Downtown.
Traffic Modifications for the Baltimore Running Festival
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the temporary road closures, lane closures and parking restrictions in effect for the 20thannual Baltimore Running Festival, which will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021. Approximately 10,000 people are expected to participate in this year’s event.
Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School Fall Festival on October 23rd
Family and fun for all ages with food, drinks, silent auction, pumpkin decorating, crafts, photo booth, moon bounce, games, activities, a dunk tank, and more.
Plastic Bags Now Banned at Checkout in Baltimore City
October 1, 2021, the Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act (Baltimore City Code Article 28 § 32-1, Article 7 §62-1) bans single-use plastic check out bags at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery.
South Baltimore Little League Community Flea Market on Saturday
The South Baltimore Little League Community Flea Market/Craft-Vendor Event will take place from 9am-3pm.
Baltimore Weekend Road Closures for Festivals and Races
Weekend Road Closures for Fells Point Fun Festival, Edgar Allen Poe Festival, Sowebo Landmark 5k, Fiesta Baltimore, Italian Heritage Festival, and more.
Harbor Harvest Fall Festival Returns on October 24th
With the Inner Harbor as a backdrop, families can run through a pumpkin patch filled with rows and rows of pumpkins to choose from, pet zoo animals including horses and goats, get lost in a hay maze, listen to live music by Milkshake Trio and Mr. Jon & Friends, watch in awe at the strolling stilt walkers from Baltimore Hoop Love and for a small fee, ride a pony or trackless train.
Volunteers Make Improvements to Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School during Silo Point Service Day
On Saturday, FirstService Residential, which manages Silo Point, partnered with Silo Point staff and residents as well as local businesses to hold its Service Day benefiting Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School.
Weekend Road Closures for Charles Street Promenade, Big Dill Pickle Fest, and More
The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists that temporary road closures and parking restrictions will be implemented for the Baltimore Orioles home game against the Texas Rangers, which will be held at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Negro League Baseball Mural Added to Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Last homestand, the Orioles unveiled the latest mural installation at Oriole Park at Camden Yards as part of the Birdland Murals series, powered by PNC Bank. The mural, created by local artist ERNEST SHAW in collaboration with Open Walls Baltimore Curator GAIA, pays tribute to Baltimore’s rich and storied Negro Leagues history.
French Navy Ship FNS AQUITAINE Currently Docked at Tide Point
FNS AQUITAINE is versatile & fully armed, with 109 highly qualified sailors plus 14 specialists from the Naval Aviation community aboard. The vessel is under the command of Commander Fabrice Hilbert.
World Cup Officials Toured Baltimore This Week
The FIFA delegation concluded a successful visit on Monday evening having visited the world-class M&T Bank Stadium as well as centrally located prospective fan zones and training camp venues across the city.
Bulk Trash Removal to Resume in October
When residents call 311, service representatives will share the next collection date available. Collections will be limited to 200 bulk trash stops, and 30 white goods stops per Saturday.
Chabad of South Baltimore Yom Kippur Services
Chabad SoBo (South Baltimore) announces full schedule of Yom Kippur Services right here in South Baltimore. Open to adults and college students, with a special program for children on Thursday.
Catholic Community of South Baltimore to Host Oktoberfest on October 9th
“We’re excited to return to the original German parish, Holy Cross, this year for the event of the season. Join us for this outdoor festival with beer, German food, polka music, kids’ games, wheels of chance, a cash raffle, and more.”
