A salon and real estate office in Federal Hill closes, a Pigtown bar becomes office space, a former Light St. bar is under renovation, a hotel is sold, and Fort Ave. has a new soccer supporters club.
“We are excited to welcome you back to our pools! Due to COVID-19, pool service will look a little different this summer. We’ve made changes including; FREE admission, revised hours, reduced capacity, new health guidelines, code red days and a new registration process.”
Baltimore City has entered Stage Two of the State of Maryland’s ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ from the COVID-19 pandemic. Stage Two allows pools to open at 50 percent capacity. While some private pools in the city have already opened, the public pools in the city have not yet opened.
South Baltimore restaurants named in The Sun’s ‘Baltimore’s Best Food and Drinks 2020,’ a new restaurant opens in Brooklyn, a new barber shop opens in Federal Hill, a new salon opens in Riverside, and a local store celebrates 25 years.
Pure Raw Juice, which first opened in an approximately 800 sq. ft. space at 1401 Riverside Ave. in Federal Hill in 2015, opened its second location in the area this Wednesday at A2 by Anthem House at 1430 Lawrence St. in Riverside/Locust Point. Pure Raw Juice is the first business to occupy the 1,304 sq. ft. first-floor retail space at A2, which was completed in 2018.
With the current COVID-19 pandemic eliminating Kyle and Rose W.’s commutes to work, they decided to use the extra free time to get some exercise and walk every single residential block of the South Baltimore Peninsula. The Federal Hill residents, along with their dog Brooklyn, accomplished their goal in about 10 to 12 trips, racking up 50.76 miles in the process.
“Today, Baltimore Recnparks will begin securing playgrounds and exercise equipment at all Baltimore City parks. After seeing people use this equipment despite the need to practice social distancing while in public, I asked Director Moore to secure these locations.”
Work is now getting started on Phase I of the Alta Federal Hill project on the 1800 block of S. Hanover St. in South Baltimore. Phase I is a six-story, 267-unit apartment building with a 367-car garage and 1,000 sq. ft. of retail by Wood Partners.
Looking for an activity while social distancing? We invite you to Chalk Your Walk and spread some joy! Come pick up a free package of chalk tonight!
“I am pleading with everyone one last time, please follow the temporary rules in our parks. I visited several parks in my district over the past two hours, and nothing was as horrible as what I saw at Riverside Park, Latrobe Park, and Wilson & Etting Park.”
An RFP for a 66,869 sq. ft. retail building, a former Under Armour photography building is for lease, a Riverside Bar is for sale, bar closes at the Inner Harbor, and a new business joins City Garage.
With the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world, the restaurant industry is among one of the hardest hit as people social distance and quarantine. Here are some ways you can help the local restaurant industry during this challenging time.
In an effort to combat the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), Maryland Governor Larry Hogan signed an executive order on Monday stating all bars, restaurants, movie theaters, and gyms must close. However, restaurants are still allowed to offer delivery and carryout, and now alcohol packaged goods can also be delivered too.
In June 2018, a two-year, $1.8 million study was completed that recommended a $50 million renovation of the 104-year-old Vietnam Veterans Memorial Bridge, often referred to as the Hanover Street Bridge. Additional National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Army Corps of Engineers, and US Coast Guard studies are required before construction can begin, but those have not started as Baltimore City Department of Transportation (DOT) has not secured funding for the project.
The service building and maintenance yard in the southeast corner of Riverside Park is getting reactivated as Baltimore City Recreation & Parks’ (BCRP) new Sports Turf Management Unit will move into the building. The building is currently under renovation and didn’t have an active use in recent years.
Baltimore City Department of Recreation & Parks has started preliminary work for a renovation and expansion of the athletic facilities at Riverside Park. This project was made possible by Recreation & Parks purchasing a triangular-shaped piece of land located beyond the outfield fences of Hap Hall Memorial Field from CSX for $300,000 in May 2018.
Social Pub General Manager Ryan Kehoe is opening Riverside Taphouse at 1542 Light St. in the former Das Bier Haus building. With renovations currently underway, Kehoe and his team hope to open the new restaurant in the approximately 2,509 sq. ft. space by March.
Beautiful fully renovated home in excellent condition with 4 finished levels in Locust Point. Open layout with refinished hardwood floors throughout. Separate dining area, living room, powder room and pantry. Gourmet kitchen with a breakfast bar, high-end stainless steel appliances, gas stove with a wall mount pot filler, custom concrete countertops and a marble backsplash.
Fantastic opportunity to purchase into highly sought-after McHenry Pointe! Spacious 4bd/2.5ba home features a large two-car garage, hardwood floors throughout entirety of home, gourmet kitchen and massive rooftop deck. Guests are greeted by a large office/bedrooms on the lower level, featuring custom wood built-in shelving. Additionally, the lower level has a half bathroom, washer/dryer and 2 year old HVAC, plus access to the garage.
Just listed! Renovated 3-story rowhome in the heart of Pigtown! This move-in ready home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and an updated kitchen with new granite counter tops.
Nicely-appointed office space with vertical gardens, green roofing, workstations, natural light, and free parking just south of the Hanover Street Bridge. Ideal for an office tenant that wants to be in Baltimore City with access to main interstates, but not pay the current Central Business District rental rates.
The South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) is pleased to host a free one-day conference on April 3rd, 2020 at the Horseshoe Casino. The event, Fostering Vital Neighborhoods: A Community Capacity Building Conference, will bring together grant makers, grant seekers, and community-focused nonprofits, and grassroots advocates across Baltimore City for a chance to network and enhance critical organizational skills.
We interrupt this BARCStoberfest messaging to bring you DAS SPAGHETS—or as her shelter records read, Spaghetti. Dis grape jelly filled ottman is an incredible specimen. The straight line from her chubby cheeks to her butt cheekies is a testament to nature’s great power.
My name’s Dotalina. I’m just 1 year old, so I’m full of energy and kitten mischief! As you can see, I’m gorgeous—but there’s more to me than just a pretty face. I could spend HOURS playing with my favorite feather toys. And when I’m tired, you should feel lucky that I’ll grace you with my presence for a post-play nap.
This petite princess has the cutest wrinkly face that makes her look like she’s always smiling. Looking for the cuddliest of cuddle buddies? Well, look no further! If Pumpkin sees an empty lap, she must climb into it. She is also an excellent little spoon and can’t wait to cuddle up next to everyone.
“Every day, sweet 8-year-old Celeste dreams of finding her forever home. It’s clear that Celeste has been on her own for a while—her eyes tell the saddest story. She is gentle, mellow and so appreciative of anyone who spends time with her.
Looking for a way to give back this weekend? The skate community at Carroll Skate Park is hosting a Skate & Clean-Up this Sunday, 8/9, from 6PM-8PM! Social distancing and masks are required for all volunteers.
“In this current climate, we think the Waterfront Wellness program carries even more meaning now as a free and accessible way for the Baltimore community to care for their health and wellness. Our staff is taking necessary precautions and implementing new safety features to help Baltimoreans comfortably enjoy their outdoor workouts,” said Laurie Schwartz, president of Waterfront Partnership.
he four-game series was originally scheduled from July 27-28 in Miami and July 29-30 in Baltimore, but was postponed due to COVID-19.
“This year countless heroes have helped the city and our great state battle the COVID 19 pandemic. After assessing the current status of the novel virus both at a local and national level, it’s apparent the situation remains fluid and a potential safety threat… we will run this year, but it will have to be apart.”
“Our 2 and 1/2 half-acre park will allow for social distancing. Please bring a blanket or chair and enjoy your beverage of choice while listening to this amazing, local band. This is a kid-friendly, free concert.”
Two of the American Visionary Art Museum’s much-anticipated annual summer events have changes for 2020: July 4th Visionary Pets on Parade goes virtual for this year, and The Hughes Family Flicks from the Hill movie series has been canceled.
Learn about the Federal Hill resident who tattooed his entire body blue and the local film maker who was captivated to share his story.
New Acting Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Commissioner Michael S. Harrison held a meet-and-greet with the Southern District last night at Cherry Hill Elementary/Middle School. He introduced himself, listened to comments from community members, and took questions.
Baltimore Rent A Tour owner Chris Riehl decided to celebrate his 40th birthday last Thursday by releasing his song and music video ‘Baltimore!’ Riehl wants his song to be a positive message and a source of pride for Baltimore, which he calls “the greatest city in the world.”
At the walk and taking questions at the forum was Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Commissioner Gary Tuggle, Southern District Commander Major Monique Brown, Councilman Eric Costello, and the District 46 representation of Delegate Luke Clippinger, Delegate Robbyn Lewis, Delegate Brooke Lierman, and Senator Bill Ferguson.
Daniel Myers, who just opened Store It All Self Storage in Pigtown, is hoping to build a new restaurant building at a vacant lot at the corner of W. Cross St. and Sterrett St. The former parking lot was most recently used as a staging area for the construction Store It All, which sits adjacent to the lot.
Store It All Self Storage opened at 1018 S. Paca St. in Pigtown for a soft opening. Store It All renovated an existing three-story brick building dating back to 1906 and built an adjacent six-story addition.
Today, Mayor Bernard C. “Jack” Young has signed an Executive Order reopening indoor dining at a reduced capacity while adding updated restrictions on gatherings.
Northeast Maglev, the company aiming to bring the Superconducting Maglev (SCMAGLEV) to the northeast corridor of the United States, aims to build its Baltimore station in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of South Baltimore. Phase I of the project will start downtown in Washington, D.C., make a stop at Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Thurgood Marshall Airport, and then arrive in Baltimore City.
A salon and real estate office in Federal Hill closes, a Pigtown bar becomes office space, a former Light St. bar is under renovation, a hotel is sold, and Fort Ave. has a new soccer supporters club.
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