Neighborhood Notes: August 2020
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Dypski Park Virtual Community Meeting
Baltimore City Rec and Parks will host a Virtual Community Meeting scheduled on August 25 at 6:30pm to provide the community with an update regarding Dypski Park Playground. They will also discuss relocating the historic pavilion to Leakin Park. Please RSVP via https://forms.gle/4Q9y8r93yoRhmC7h8. Once you have RSVP’d, meeting access information will be sent to the email address provided. Please share this information with community members and neighbors so that they have the opportunity to receive information first-hand from BCRP. If anyone has any questions, please reach out to Sharnice C. Barnett, Community Liaison Officer, at 443-248-0866.
Primary Election Mail In Ballot
On July 8, Governor Hogan declared that all voters need to request a mail-in ballot if they plan to vote by mail in the 2020 General Election. This is a big departure from the Primary Election, when all active voters were automatically mailed a ballot. You can beat the rush by requesting your mail-in ballot now via https://bit.ly/31jVdPB. You'll need your driver's license or state identification card at hand to fill out all of the details.
The Canton History Committee
The CCA is in the process of putting together a working group that will assess the current and planned historical sites in Canton (including the O'Donnell statue, the historic markers, and the forthcoming Frederick Douglass historical landmark) in order to ensure that each historical site is an accurate reflection of the history of Canton and the monument for which it is erected. The Committee, with the assistance of the broader community in Canton and throughout Southeast Baltimore, will also convene a series of conversations to determine whether each site should remain as is, be amended or modified, or be removed in its entirety. If you are or know a Baltimore historian with knowledge of African American history in East Baltimore, or if you are person of color working toward making sure history is documented and represented accurately throughout our community and would like to join the Committee, please contact us at info@cantoncommunity.org
Member Shout Out: Partnership Wealth Management
Partnership Wealth Management, an independent financial advisory firm located at 2809 Boston Street, provides financial planning and wealth management services to help everyday people work towards their financial goals. They specialize in working with people in life/career transitions and LGBT individuals and couples. For more information call Debbie Doyle at 410-732-2633 or visit https://partnershipwm.com/.
HHA Families in Need
Hampstead Hill Academy is raising funds to buy groceries for our students and their families. As the impact of Covid-19 continues many families’ situations have worsened. You can help. Your donation of $50 = 1 week of groceries, but any amount will help. 100% of your donation goes to the families and is carefully hand-delivered by staff volunteers. If you have questions, please contact Ms. Felicia German fgerman@bcps.k12.md.us or Ms. Geri Swann at geriswann@hotmail.com. TO DONATE, visit https://bit.ly/3dXaqdz.
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.
O’Donnell Square Park Maintenance
O’Donnell Square Park is maintained by CCA Board member Tobin Green and volunteers like Brad and Cathy Rees. Typically, there is a call for volunteers every month. Since we’re not yet back to full-scale events, neighbors are encouraged to please maintain their sidewalks, tree pits, and alleys during the shutdown. If you see any problems in our Canton parks, please email Torbin (our liaison with BCRP) at outreach@cantoncommunity.org. Oh, and if you want to mask up and help, just shoot him an email to coordinate a time. Thank you for your efforts!
OPEN / CLOSED
Welcome Dr. Shaina Gulin, Ph.D.
Dr. Shaina Gulin, licensed psychologist, has recently returned to her hometown of Baltimore and is excited to call Canton home. Using evidence-based psychotherapies, Shaina treats a wide variety of mental health conditions. She is currently accepting new clients. You can read more about Shaina's background and experience at https://bit.ly/3hvRlBN. To schedule an appointment, contact Shaina at shaina.gulin@baltimorepsychology.com or 443-470-3449.
Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market is now open in Canton Crossing III at 3800 Boston Street. The new store, open daily from 7 am-10 pm, offers fresh and healthy groceries. For details, visit https://www.sprouts.com/store/md/baltimore/baltimore/.
Café Dear Leon
Café Dear Leon is now open on O’Donnell Square. The bakery/coffee shop, located at 2929 O'Donnell Street, offers house-baked bread and pastries along with locally sourced coffee from Ceremony Coffee Roasters. They are open Wednesday-Sunday 6:00 am-6:00 pm for carryout only. You can follow them on Instagram @CafeDearLeon and check out their website at www.cafedearleon.com.
NiHao
Nihao, a contemporary Chinese restaurant, is now open at 2322 Boston Street, (formerly Fork & Wrench). Spearheaded by Lydia Chang, the menu features collaborative Chinese cuisine by chefs Peter and Lisa Chang as well as Pichet Ong. The menu centers around small plates with standouts like Tea Smoked Duck with Lychee, Crab Dip XO, and Singapore Chili Crab Balls. Other Chang favorites include Soft Tofu with Mushroom Mapo and Dry Fry Wings. To learn more or to place an order for pick up, call (443) 835 2036 or visit www.nihaobaltimore.com/.
Gunther & Co.
Gunther & Co., located at 3650 Toone Street, has closed their doors indefinitely in an effort to help slow the COVID pandemic. Their Facebook page reads, “With a surge of cases, especially in the 21224 zip code, we want to ensure the safety of our customers, staff, and neighbors - and we feel the only way to do that is to temporarily shut down until the virus can be adequately contained and controlled - with minimal risk to everyone. While the restaurant will not be open, Gunther will still be available to cater your safe, socially distanced gatherings. We will provide updates on reopening as we have them.” For more info, visit eatatgunther.com.
CCA NEWS
CCA Public Meeting September 1
The CCA will host a Facebook live on September 1 at 6:30 pm. We’re going to fill you in on CCA news and we’ll field some questions, too. To submit a question in advance, please email info@cantoncommunity.org. Look for more details closer to the date on our FB and IG accounts.
CCA Social Media - Follow us!
For the latest information about our neighborhood and other helpful community/city news, please follow our CCA pages on social media. Instagram @CCA_Baltimore and www.facebook.com/CantonCommunityAssociation.
CCA Block Captains
We are happy to share we are now up to 125 block captains, covering 84 blocks (several blocks have co-captains). We have 300 blocks to oversee, so we still need your help. To sign up to be a Block Captain, please send your name, block, and email to info@cantoncommunity.org.
Get Lit Canton
The CCA Public Safety Committee is encouraging neighbors to Get Lit! No, not that way. We want residents and businesses to install exterior lighting to improve the safety of our neighborhood. To start, we are looking for volunteers to join the Get Lit Canton Team. Members will coordinate locations with block captains, as well as plan and help with the installation of café string lights along participating blocks. Interested? Please email info@cantoncommunity.org. Look for more details about the Get Lit Campaign to follow on our social media pages.
CCA Committees
CCA committees include Arts, Economic Development, Education, Marketing, Public Safety, Transportation, and Volunteer. The CCA also oversees the Friends of Canton Dog Park and Friends O’Donnell Square, and partners with Canton Canopy. New members are welcomed. Details can be found on our website at https://www.cantoncommunity.org/committees.
CCA Transportation Committee
The CCA Transportation Committee is resuming community participation after a brief hiatus. One of the first projects at hand is to address the signage along the promenade closures. If you’d like to get involved or learn more information, please email elliott.plack@gmail.com.
CCA Newsletter
The CCA marketing committee is looking for volunteers to join our team. Specifically, we need someone to help once a month with Mail Chimp, proofreading, and some very basic website maintenance. We also would love to recruit a designer as well as area photographers to contribute to our social media accounts and possibly cover local events. If you’re interested, please reach out! Email marketing@Cantoncommunity.org.
SAVE THE DATE
CCA Public Meeting Dates 2020
September 1, November 17
CCA Free Community Dumpster Days
October 10
The dumpster will be located in the rear parking lot of the Broom Factory at 3500 Boston Street from 9:00 am until full.
HHA B3 – Bingo, Bidding & Bites
Saturday, November 7 – New Date!
B3 is the Hampstead Hill Academy’s PTO’s annual fundraising event that raises money to subsidize educational programs, after-school clubs, sports and activities, field trips, classroom supplies, and other equipment. Enjoy a night of Bingo, silent auctions, food, and fun. For more info, email HHAPTOB3@gmail.com.
LEGISLATIVE & CITY COUNCIL UPDATES (Baltimore City Council)
• Baltimore City Council Meeting – Upcoming digital council meetings may be viewed on Charm TV at http://www.charmtvbaltimore.com/. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 17 at 5:00 pm.
• Mental Health Warmline - The United Way and the Pro Bono Counseling Program have created the Warmline, which provides brief mental health interventions, support and connects people to resources, such as long-term therapy. Call 211 or 443-608-9182 for this mental health support line.
• Senior Planning Program - The Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland is offing their free Advance Planning program for Baltimore City seniors. This is a free consultation with an attorney to help seniors complete an advance medical directive and/or financial power of attorney. Call 443-703-3052 to make an appointment.
• City Council Covid-19 Resource Map - Council President Brandon Scott has compiled Baltimore COVID-19 resources into an asset map. Visit bit.ly/bmorecovidmap for an updated list of food sites, health care clinics, and shopping options for seniors & people with compromised immune systems.
• 2020 Census Online
The 2020 Census counts every person living in the United States and five U.S. territories. Your response helps to direct billions of dollars in federal funds to local communities for schools, roads, and other public services. Results are also used to determine the number of seats each state has in Congress and your political representation at all levels of government. Completing the census online takes about 10 minutes and it’s safe, secure and confidential. To complete the questionnaire online, visit https://my2020census.gov/.