Neighborhood News: July 2023
/WTMD First Thursday VIP Ticket Giveaway
WTMD continues another season of free concerts at Canton Waterfront Park on Thursday, July 7 at 5:30 p.m. and we’re giving one lucky CCA member 2 VIP tickets to the show! To be eligible, signup as a new member or renew your current membership to the Canton Community Association on/before Monday, July 3 at https://www.cantoncommunity.org/join-us.
The July concert features Michigander, The Heavy Heavy, and Micah E. Wood. There are food and beverage vendors on-site. No outside alcohol or coolers are permitted. For more details, visit https://wtmd.org/radio/first-thursday-concerts-in-the-park/.
CCA Ditch Work Pool Party at R&R
Ditch work on Friday, July 7 and join us at Raw & Refined for a Pool Party to raise $ for the Canton Community Association! The $45 ticket includes a pool pass and a complimentary drink! AND, R&R will donate $15 per ticket and a % of the sales from 12 to 5 pm to the CCA! Cabana rentals are available for $250 and fit 10 people. R&R is located at 2723 Lighthouse Point on the waterfront in Canton. Menu and details: https://www.rawandrefinedbaltimore.com/. Don’t forget to RSVP. (Walk-ins welcome, too.)
Buy-A-Brick Program in support of the Canton Dog Park!
The CCA Buy-A-Brick Program is excited to announce that bricks are now available at the Friends of Canton Dog Park as well as at O'Donnell Square Park! Purchase a commemorative brick for $100 to be installed at the park of your choice and/or a replica brick with felt backing for $35. This is a unique way to pay tribute to your love of the community, recognize a special date, or businesses, or memorialize loved ones, including the furry ones. Purchase here.
July 4th Celebrations and Fireworks
This year’s Inner Harbor July 4th festivities will kick off around 3 p.m. and the stellar 13-minute fireworks display will go off around 9:15 p.m. There will be food and fun activities including a DJ, picnic, street performers, a concert by the BSO, and more. Neighbors, grab a blanket or some chairs and we’ll see you at Canton Waterfront Park for the fireworks! DETAILS
Since you’ll be able to see an awesome display over Canton, please leave the fireworks to the professionals. Consumer use of fireworks is illegal in Baltimore City. And, it scares animals, can trigger PTSD, could cause a fire, and lots of other not-so-great stuff. So, please be a responsible and thoughtful neighbor, and DON’T set off fireworks in the city!
Juneteenth Freedom Walk
The Canton Anti-racism Alliance and Dr. Raymond Bahr (founder of the Canton History Project) hosted a symbolic Freedom Walk on Juneteenth. Neighbors walked along Boston Street from the Frederick Douglass History Panels outside the Tindeco Wharf Apartments to the Frederick Douglass Historical Marker Sign outside Sprouts Market (approx. 1 mile). The group discussed the importance of Frederick Douglass and his connection to Canton. They also read and talked about Dr. Heather Cox Richardson’s 14 reflections. To join The Alliance, email info@CantonCommunity.org.
CCA Public Safety Meeting
The CCA hosted a Public Safety Meeting on June 21 at Southern Provisions. Topics included property crimes, larceny, burglary, the increase in auto theft, the Block Captain Program, fire prevention, and the construction of Boston St. The next Public Meeting will be September 19th. Questions can be sent to Joe Koehler, CCA Treasurer and Public Safety Co-Chair and Alex Kursch, CCA Public Safety Co-Chair.
Reporting and Preventing Crime – Tip Line
The Baltimore City Police Department asks neighbors to report crimes via this TIP email: SEDtips@baltimorepolice.org. Security camera footage and photos should be included.
Canton Library – Summer Break Baltimore
Summer Break Baltimore is a fun, free program for all ages that encourages literacy and learning in our community. Get free books for your home library, participate in fun events, and enter a monthly prize drawing! For all ages through August. Register online.
Free Pilates, Zumba & Wellness Classes
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (at 1501 South Clinton Street in Canton) has Free Pilates Classes on Wednesdays from 12-12:30. The instructor is amazing and you don’t need CareFirst insurance to participate. Classes and parking are free. Some yoga mats are provided but you are free to bring your own. To register please click https://www.carefirst.com/cec/, and select register for a class or event. Other free wellness classes offered at the CareFirst Engagement Center include Decoding Diabetes, Healthy Food & Body, Caregiver Support, Boost Your Mental Muscle, and Managing Stress. Zumba coming soon!
Sidewalk, Tree Pits and Gutters
Neighbors, please be neighborly and keep your sidewalks and tree pits weeded. Also, keep an eye out for debris in the street gutters so water can properly flow to the storm drains. Also, since rainfall is down this summer, please show the trees some love and give them some water during hotter weeks. Thanks!
Hatton Senior Center
Baltimore is home to 13 senior centers which offer different programs and services for older adults. In Canton, the Hatton Senior Senior Center, located at 2825 Fait Ave., is open Monday-Thursday 9:00 am-3:30 pm. Neighbors 55+ can take part in fitness and wellness programs, dining services, and lifelong learning classes. Seniors 60+ are eligible for the “Eating Together Meal” Monday, Tuesday & Thursday at 11:30 am for $2. Advance registration is required. For more information, call 410-396-9025 or email Adrienne.Blumberg@baltimorecity.gov. Look for more details to follow in future Life in Canton e-newsletters.
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Scola
Scola has moved from Mt. Vernon to Canton. Lucky us! Scola offers fun, hands-on cooking classes featuring themes like The Art of Making Sushi, Tex-Mex Date Night, Pasta Workshop, and Chesapeake Bay. Schola is BYOB and offers students a 10% discount from Lighthouse Liquors. Classes begin July 15 - Calendar. 2744 Lighthouse Point East. FB / IG
Three Sixty
A new women’s clothing boutique, Three Sixty, has opened at 2915 O’Donnell Street in the previous location of The Lucky Knot. The Latinx-owned clothing store is curated for women enjoying life, one outfit at a time. Open Wednesday-Saturday 11-6, Sunday 11-3. MORE INFO
ProMD Health
ProMD Health is opening their first ever Tox Bar, a luxury skincare lounge, in Canton at 3904 Boston Street, Suite 102. SIGN UP to attend the Grand Opening on Thursday, July 13 from 5-8 pm. Learn about their services and meet the staff while enjoying hors d'oeuvres, drinks, giveaways, raffles, specials, and more. Event space is limited, please RSVP by 7/7/23.
3 of a Kind
Need a new place to watch or play a game? Check out 3 of a Kind at 3301 Foster Ave. Ask about Trivia Night!
CCA News
CCA Hybrid Public Meetings 2023
February 28, May 16, September 19, and November 28
CCA Free Community Dumpster Days 2023
March 11, June 3, September 23, November 4
CCA Merchandise
Support the CCA and look sharp, too. Buy CCA merchandise including hats, long-sleeve lightweight hoodies, CCA foldable, reusable tote bags, and more. Now available exclusively at Canton Ace Hardware. In the meantime, email info@CantonCommunity.org to purchase.
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 Committees
CCA committees include Arts, Economic Development, Education, Marketing, Membership, Public Safety, Transportation, Social, Sustainability, and Volunteer. The CCA also oversees the Friends of Canton Dog Park and Friends O’Donnell Square, and partners with Canton Canopy, I Wonder Garden, and the Canton Anti-Racism Alliance. New members are welcomed for all CCA committees. Details can be found on our website at https://www.cantoncommunity.org/committees.