Neighborhood Notes: December 2020
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Canton Day of Giving
The CCA and the Exchange Club of Highlandtown-Canton are partnering for a Day of Giving in Canton. Stop by O’Donnell Square Park on Saturday, December 12 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm to donate new, unwrapped toys and nonperishable food items to help us “Fill the Square”. (Diapers, wipes, formula, pet food accepted, too.)
Toys from the “Fill the Square! Toy Drive” will be distributed by the public servants of the Southeast District, Baltimore City Police. Donated food items will also be distributed locally via Church on the Square.
Thank you for making the holidays brighter for families in Southeast Baltimore! For more info https://www.facebook.com/highlandtowncantonexchange or info@cantoncommunity.org.
Elves on the Square
Elves on the Square is a small organization, run by our friends at Church on the Square, that adopts families who are financially struggling and helps provide everyday essentials & Christmas gifts for their little ones. They are asking our community to help them bring joy & comfort to families in need. To learn how to donate, visit https://www.facebook.com/elvesonthesquare.
Recycling & Bulk Trash Event
There will be a free community dumpster on December 12 from 8:30am-12:00pm at the Canton Waterfront Park. There will also be a truck on site for neighbors to dispose of electronics. Please refer to the graphic to see what is and isn’t acceptable to put the dumpster. Sponsored by Kimberly Huskins and Meghan Hoffman of Re/Max First Choice, Main Street Home Loans, and Baltimore’s Best Cleaning.
Black-owned Business List
One way to support our neighbors of color is to shop and dine at Black-owned businesses. Use this link (https://bit.ly/2YnvhT7) for a map of Black-owned restaurants in Baltimore City, including the Knotty Pine and Shipyard Pub in Canton. Don’t forget Gift Cards make a great holiday present!
Enoch Pratt Library Update
The Southeast Anchor Library at 3601 Eastern Ave. is open for Sidewalk Service. Computers are available for use by appointment only. The Canton Library will reopen in 2021 as the library continues to try to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Check out their website to access ebooks, live online tutoring, and keep up with streaming programs, and be sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
CCA Merchandise
Did you know you can “Shop the CCA” to benefit our community? Check out our cool navy blue and lime merch at 2910 on the Square. Select from dog bandanas, baby onesies, limited edition hoodies, and more.
O’Donnell Square Buy-A-Brick Program
Support the endowment to maintain O'Donnell Square Park with the purchase of a commemorative brick. Pay tribute to someone's love of the community or recognize birthdays, anniversaries, birth and wedding dates, businesses, or memorializing loved ones. The cost of a commemorative brick is $70. You may also purchase a replica of your brick with felt backing for an additional $35. We can duplicate previously purchased bricks, too. If you are not sure of the wording on your brick, email brick@cantoncommunity.org and we can help.
Reporting and Preventing Crime – Tip Line
The Baltimore City Police Department asks neighbors to report crimes via this TIP email: SEDtips@baltimorepolice.org. They also want to remind residents that 75% of home invasions happen through unlocked doors. So please lock your doors and windows and hide your car keys as well so your vehicle won’t get stolen after a break-in. And, as an additional precaution, do not leave packages or any personal items in your car.
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Cardinal Tavern
We’re excited to share that Alice Kistner Visilia, formerly of Mahaffey’s Pub, is now the proud owner of the Cardinal Tavern at 901 S. Clinton Street. Alice tells us she’s going to keep it simple and delicious with seasonal pub grub, rotating specials and as a nod to her heritage, some Greek dishes, too. For more info follow them on Facebook or Instagram or email CardinalTavern2020@gmail.com.