Riverside
Pure Raw Juice Opens Its Anthem House Location in Riverside/Locust Point
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.
Couple Walks 50 Miles Covering Every Residential Block of the South Baltimore Peninsula
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.
Baltimore City Takes Additional Measures to Keep People Off Playground and Fitness Equipment
“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 Begins on ‘Alta Federal Hill’ Apartment Building on Hanover Street
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.
Pick Up Chalk Today at South Baltimore Parks for ‘Chalk Your Walk’
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!
Councilman Costello Warns Parks Could be Closed If Temporary Rules are Not Followed
“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.”
South Baltimore Business Roundup
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.
Ways to Help the Local Restaurant Industry While Dining Rooms are Closed
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.
Database of South Baltimore Restaurants Offering Food and Packaged Goods
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.
Rehabilitation of the Hanover Street Bridge Still Years Away as Funding Has Not Been Secured
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.
Baltimore City Recreation & Park’s New ‘Sports Turf Management Unit’ Moving into Riverside Park Service Building
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.
Preliminary Work Begins for Athletic Facility Renovations at Riverside Park
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.
Riverside Taphouse Opening in the former Das Bier Haus
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.
Mid-Week Listing: Renovated Home Near Riverside Park with Custom Woodwork and Two-Car Parking
This three-bedroom, custom renovation by New Renaissance is a block from Riverside Park. It features original hardwood floors; polished concrete floors; reclaimed wood walls, window sills, and shelving; exposed brick; high-end bathrooms; a rooftop deck; and a two-car parking pad.
Little Havana Renovates Its Event Spaces, Plans a Future Cafe Facing Key Highway
Little Havana at 1325 Key Hwy. in Federal Hill recently completed some renovations and was approved to expand the footprint of its liquor license to cover its entire 14,981 sq. ft. waterfront building. This is the latest round of investment for the Cuban-themed restaurant that has been open since 1997.
South Baltimore Business Roundup
Two retail businesses leave Federal Hill, a new hair studio opens in Federal Hill, a company is expanding in Port Covington, a theatre is for sale in Union Square, and a new museum exhibit.
Retail and Office Collective with a Brewery, Grocery Store, Restaurant, Liquor Store, and Coffee Shop Coming to Light Street
A 34,500 sq. ft. building at 1900 Light St. in South Baltimore/Riverside will become a new collective comprised of a brewery; a combined restaurant, boutique grocery store, bar, and liquor store concept; a coffee shop; additional retail; a hydroponic agriculture production facility; and office space for startups.
