walthersonian april 2015
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Monthly Newsletter for the Waltherson neighborhood in Northeast Baltimore City.TRANSCRIPT
WALTHERSON IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
P.O. BOX 3622
BALTIMORE, MD 21214
www.waltherson.org
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WALTHERSON MEETS QUARTERLY; THERE IS NO MEETING IN APRIL NEXT WALTHERSON IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION QUARTERLY MEETING
When: Tuesday, May 5th, 2015 @ 7:30 PM
Where: Harbel (5807 Harford Road)
Get Involved Join WIA today! With membership your vote is counted and your voice heard in the community. Receive your monthly WIA newsletter to stay on top of what is happening in your neighborhood. Please complete the form below and send with your payment to: Waltherson Improvement Association P.O. Box 3622 Baltimore, MD 21214
April 2015
Recycling every Tuesday! Trash every Thursday! Bulk Trash (Call 311 to schedule) Street Sweeping 3rd Wednesday – Even Sides 4th Wednesday – Odd Sides
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President’s Letter Happy Spring! Won’t it be great when it actually FEELS like spring again? Whew, it was a rough winter.
While I was closed inside, I enjoyed the use of our on-line neighborhood communication tools, one of
which our very own Rob Walshe created just for Waltherson. I know many of you are on Nextdoor
Waltherson but just in case you aren’t, search for the name or if you want it as an app on your phone,
it’s a Google group & then find Waltherson. It’s a great way to get or give information, for example
finding a contractor, finding a lost or found pet, asking questions, posting concerns, or sharing
something in our neighborhood or beyond. Recently an idea of sharing dinners came up, which is a great
way to meet our neighbors. You can send a private message to someone or post something to
everyone. While I enjoy the use of NOGLI chat room, Nextdoor Waltherson is just for us. (How cool,
huh?) When I am away from home, I feel connected just by clicking on this app to see what’s
happening.
We had a vacancy on the board & were delighted to welcome Irona as our Member At Large. Irona has
been a consistent member of Waltherson & a long-time neighbor. We will call for a vote at our next
Waltherson General Meeting on May 5th.
So, now that “spring” is here, please reach out to your new neighbors (or even your seasoned ones) &
invite them to be a part of the community. Word of mouth is how I found out about the support that
we have here, so please spread the word.
Be well,
Helene / Waltherson President
Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street Yard Sale
On Saturday, April 25th from 8 AM to 1 PM, Hamilton Lauraville Main Street will hold a community yard
sale across from Safeway at 4500 Harford Road. Spaces are $10 each, please call Pam at 410-319-7155
for more information.
Mayor’s 3rd District Survey When you have a moment, please complete this short survey simply communicating what issue or concern is most important to you/your family. Please feel free to share this with your neighbors in the 3rd Council District and through your listserv. Your feedback will allow us to better assist residents in Baltimore City. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1M6zNWLQfdImuYU_hAHNFZytI97pVv9moVby-WXeB9N8/viewform[docs.google.com]
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IN AND AROUND WALTHERSON Upcoming Neighborhood Events:
April
3rd – First Friday Art Crawl o Hamilton Gallery 5502 Harford Road o Hamilton Bakery, 5414 Harford; 5-9 http://www.hamiltonbakery.com/events-and-
specials/ (free cupcakes!)
o Mutt Mart Yappy Hour. Bring your dog for a free treat! 2904 Hamilton Ave. o Creative Arts of Maryland 5424 Harford Road
https://www.facebook.com/creativeartsofmd o 4300 block of Harford Road and the Market Connection Space September 5th, 6-
9 pm. Food, Wine, Shopping at the The Gift Cellar and Market Connection, Art Openings, "side-walk snips" a la the The Chop Shop!
o Charmed Life Gallery, 4505 Harford; o Additional details http://www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.blogspot.com/
25th – Hamilton-Lauraville Yard Sale o 4500 Harford Road – 8 AM – 1 PM / $10 per space
Housing Updates 3100 Rueckert Ave – 3100 Rueckert Ave has
been a blighted concern in Waltherson for over 4 years now. The property has been going through the receivership process for some time with no
visible progress towards remediation of our concerns. Representatives from the Waltherson Improvement Association and Hamilton-Lauraville
Healthy Neighbors attended a court hearing on the morning of March 3rd and we are thrilled to report that the stay has been lifted on the property so it can be auctioned and renovated in the near future.
3502 Echodale Ave – This property is now for
sale by Fannie Mae.
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At the Pratt Films:
Million Dollar Arm – Saturday, April 11 @ 1 PM Book Discussions:
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shafer and Annie Barrows – April 16 @ 6 PM.
Programs for Children:
Lego Club - Mondays @ 3 PM o Ages 5-12 - Build and create with Legos
Board Games for Kids – Thursdays @ 3 PM Mother Goose Baby Steps – Wednesdays @ 10 AM Preschool Leaps – Wednesdays @ 11 AM Junior Maker Space – Wednesdays @ 3 PM
o Ages 7-12 - A place for creation, innovation, and collaboration Minecraft – Thursdays @ 3:30 PM
o Ages 5-12 – Play Minecraft with Friends Yay! Jelly Beans – Thursday, April 23 @ 3 PM
o Ages 5-12. Guess the number of jelly beans in a jar and make a jelly bean treat. Just for Teens
Makerspace – Mondays @ 6 PM o A place for creation, innovation, and collaboration
Paper Beads – Monday 3/2 @ 6 PM o Learn how to make light weight, eco friendly, handmade, recycled paper beads.
Teen Game Day – Wednesdays @ 3:30 PM o Play your favorite board games
Wii Wednesdays –Wednesdays @ 3:30 PM T-Shirt Pillows Upgrade – Monday, April 6 @ 6 PM
o Recycle your old tees into decorative throw pillows
Sewing Classes at Hamilton Gallery offered by Sewfabulous Sewing School Beginner session or Our Mini Session (4 Classes for $100) Class starts: Monday April 13th or Tuesday April 14th Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Classes teach the fabulous art of sewing. Ages 7 & up. For more info: 410-653-3212 [email protected] http://www.sewfabuloussewing.com
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Neighborhood Music
Cellar Stage
The Cellar Stage? What is the Cellar Stage? Where is it located? Great performances right here on Harford Road? Easy access by foot, bus, bike and car? Dinner and a show on a Friday or Saturday night without leaving the neighborhood????
The Cellar Stage is not new to the communities of Hamilton and Lauraville. It's been quietly plugging away for years! The Cellar Stage, located in the lower level of Faith Community Church at 5315 Harford Road, presents a line up of music in April.
PETER YARROW performs Saturday, April 11, 2015,
Tickets $36.00, Show time 8:00 PM
Peter Yarrow’s talents as a creative artist — both with the legendary trio Peter, Paul & Mary and as a
solo performer — are frequently directed at using music to convey a message of humanity and caring.
His gift for songwriting has produced some of the most moving songs from Peter, Paul & Mary, including
“Puff, the Magic Dragon,” “Day is Done,” “Light One Candle” and “The Great Mandala.” As a member of
the renowned musical trio, Yarrow has earned multiple gold and platinum albums, as well as numerous
GRAMMYs.
JAMES LEE STANLEY performs Friday, April 17, 2015
Tickets $21.00, Show time 8:00 PM
James Lee Stanley, the true renaissance man, born in Philadelphia, PA, has been recording and
performing since he was fourteen. He has toured consistently since he returned from the USAF (as a
Chinese linguist) and has performed up to three hundred dates a year since then, with such diverse acts
as BONNIE RAITT, ROBIN WILLIAMS, PETER TORK, NICOLETTE LARSON and even BILL COSBY. STEVEN
WRIGHT chose James Lee as his opening act for three years in a row; a testament to his professionalism
and talent.
The PAM ORTIZ BAND performs Friday, April 24, 2015
Tickets $21.00, Show time 8:00PM
Pam Ortiz is that rare songwriter who can touch people where they feel deeply, where they laugh and
where they cry. She did that for 10 years as lead vocalist and songwriter of the group TERRA NOVA in
the ‘90s playing to packed coffee houses in the Baltimore/Washington area. Her songs were showcased
in the three albums that the vocal group recorded.
Church of the Messiah North by Northeast - At The Church of the Messiah, 5801 Harford. April 18, Billy McComiskey with the
Stone Hill All Stars from 8 - 11pm. Very community friendly. This is the last show for the season and it
should be a good one.
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New Businesses Are Opening!
http://bmoremainstreet.com/2015/03/19/ne w-businesses-are-opening/
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Hamilton-Lauraville Tuesday Market
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First Friday – April 3rd Hamilton Bakery (5414 Harford Road) – Free Cupcakes!
Hamilton Gallery (5502 Harford Road) Hamilton Gallery is pleased to present The Art of the Car: Bob Paulding photography exhibit and book release March 26 – April 26, 2015
Please join us for the opening reception: FIRST Friday April 3, 5–9 pm Bob Paulding exhibits a selection of his car photographs from his new monograph book entitled "The Art of the Car". Bob will also hold a book signing event the weekend of April 24, 25 and 26. Also exhibiting this month Hamilton Gallery artist members: Jude Asher, Marilyn Clutter, Ron Cohn, Salvadore Delvisco, Marcus Dagold, Alice Dvoskin, Amy Klainer, Karen Klinedinst, Charles Mens, Bob Paulding, Lynn Poshepny, Angela Raincatcher, Theresa Reuter, Cara Sue Richard, Peter Smith, Valerie Smith, Grace Sweeney, Bridget Z. Sullivan, Richard Sullivan, Maxine Taylor, Alex Vanicky, Kristine Willett, & Richard Gordon Zyne. Hamilton Gallery 5502 Harford Road Baltimore, 21214 Gallery Hours Thurs & Fri 5-9pm, Sat 1-9pm. NEW SUNDAY HOURS 11am-3pm.
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Gift Celler & Red Canoe (4337 Harford Road)
Mutt Mart (2904 Hamilton Ave) Make our happy hour YAPPY and please bring your dogs! Special treats available for your 4-legged friends. http://muttmartbaltimore.com/
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Styrofoam / Polystyrene Recycling
If you want to recycle Styrofoam but cannot make it to the sanitation yard, Waltherson member Louise Harmony has offered to drop it off. Please get in touch with Robert Walshe at a meeting or by e-mailing us at [email protected] if you are interested. You can also leave a message
for us on Facebook or tweet us @WalthersonAssoc. Note: CHECK THE BOTTOM OF THE CONTAINER FOR A NUMBER 6. Only number 6 items are accepted. No peanuts or packing material.
Upcoming Traffic/Roadwork Projects
DOT updates:
The reconfiguration of Frankford intersections at Hamilton Ave & Corse Ave have been postponed due to funding issues. They anticipate installation in Summer of 2015.
Early 2016
Harford Road Herring Run Bridge Reconstruction begins o Harford Road will be closed at Herring Run for two years during reconstruction
NECOP – Northeast Citizens on Patrol In Northeast Baltimore we have a district wide Citizens on Patrol program called NECOP. The reasoning behind the COP program is that regular neighborhood patrols can make criminals feel
uncomfortable and drive them out of our neighborhood. Participants meet at the Northeast Police station at 1900 Argonne Drive near Morgan State and get a walkie talkie to keep them in contact with the Police and then proceed to patrol their neighborhoods in their cars. Patrols
normally go out each Thursday and Friday from about 7:30 - 10:30. For anyone interested in the Citizens on Patrol program, please contact Rob at [email protected].
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Proud Member of:
WIA Volunteers
Officers:
President 1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Sergeant at Arms
At-Large Member
Helene Quinn
Frank Will iams
Ronisha Moore
Rob Walshe
Sue Kessel Lisa Hom Francis Beane
Standing Committees and Representatives:
Housing Traffic Schools & Child Advocacy
Harford Road CRP Rep.
Garden Sign & Projects
Digital Outreach &
Communications
Police Liaison / NECOP
Chairman Robert Walshe, Sue Kessel, Helene Quinn, Frank Williams
Terrye Muratore
Vacant Main: Sue Kessel Alt: Rob Walshe
Ron Derr Robert Walshe Vacant