Neighborhood Notes: June 2024

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VIP TICKET GIVEAWAY TO FIRST THURSDAY!
WTMD continues another season of free concerts at Canton Waterfront Park on Thursday, June 6 at 5:30 p.m. and we’re giving one lucky CCA member 2 VIP tickets to the show! To be eligible, sign up as a new member or renew your current membership to the Canton Community Association on/before 5 pm on Monday, June 3 at https://www.cantoncommunity.org/join-us.

The June concert features DEHD, Snacktime, and Giji. 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/.

Free Community Dumpster and Shred Truck
Join us on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. to noon for a FREE Community Dumpster AND Shred Truck event. Thanks to the CCA and DPW for the dumpster and to Holmes Glorioso Home Group of EXP Realty for sponsoring the shred truck. Both will be located on Lakewood (or possibly O'Donnell} next to the Safeway. (Sometimes the City puts them nearby and not in the same place. Hours may vary.) Come early as the dumpster fills fast! Great for Dumpster Diving! For details about what you can and can't put in the dumpster check out the FB event at CCA Free Community Dumpster Days 2024.

Good Boy Bagels Opens in Canton
Good Boy Bagels, featuring Jersey-style bagels, is now open at 834 S. Conkling Street in Canton. Owned and operated by Benjamin Sawyer and Lauren Kistner, the shop will be open Wednesday-Friday from 7 am-2 pm and Saturday & Sunday from 8 am-2 pm starting with a limited menu. Look for more info and photos to follow in the July newsletter.

Juneteenth Freedom Walk
Join Dr. Raymond Bahr (founder of the Canton History Project) and members of the Canton Anti-Racism Alliance on a symbolic Freedom Walk from the Frederick Douglass History Panels outside the Tindeco Wharf Apartments to the Frederick Douglass Historical Marker Sign outside Sprouts Market (approx. 1 mile), following the path of his escape from slavery. Read the markers, reflect on Canton’s history, and read and think on Dr. Heather Cox Richardson’s 14 reflections. Beginning at 10:30 am at the Frederick Douglass History Panels at 2809 Boston St, coffee and conversation at DiPasquale's Italian Marketplace to follow.

Canton Anti-Racism Alliance Update
The Canton Anti-Racism Alliance, in conjunction with the CCA, is in the process of writing and requesting a new historical marker that shares the history of people enslaved in Canton, with specific individuals found in archival records. While the story of Canton is often told as one of white-centric industry and immigration, we seek to acknowledge that Black people have been a part of its history since the beginning. It is part of the Alliance’s efforts to make sure the neighborhood’s history is accurately documented and that Canton is more inclusive in our historical education as well as in our current actions and mission. The Canton Anti-Racism Alliance is a coalition of volunteers dedicated to affecting long-term, impactful changes to foster a more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming community. The Alliance hosts a bi-monthly virtual meeting. All are invited to join. To learn more, email President@CantonCommunity.org. 

Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore 2024
Maryland Fleet Week returns with an exciting line-up of ship tours, festivals, flyovers, and educational activities, taking place June 12-18, 2024, at the Inner Harbor, Fells Point, North Locust Point, and Martin State Airport. For more information and details on schedules, visit www.mdfleetweek.org, and download the free app!

Baltimore Floatilla
The Baltimore Floatilla is an annual 5-mile paddling event in Baltimore’s iconic Inner Harbor to support the Healthy Harbor Initiative. Join us on June 8 at 9 am to enjoy a live performance of your favorite tunes by Cara Kelly & the Tell Tale as they rock out while floating onboard Baltimore's own Mr. Trash Wheel. This year they will be raising money for both Waterfront Partnership's Healthy Harbor Initiative and the Maryland Tough Baltimore Strong relief fund for those impacted by the collapse of the Key Bridge. To register and for more details.

Swim Club
Swim Club at Lighthouse Point in Canton is Baltimore's premier pool club with locally sourced food, craft drinks, live music, and more. Individual, Couples, and Family memberships are available. To sign up, visit https://swimclubbaltimore.com/.

Canton Library June Events
Check out these events at the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Canton located at 1030 S. Ellwood. DETAILS

  • Summer Break Baltimore (June through August)
    Summer Break Baltimore is a fun, free program for all ages that encourages literacy and learning in our community all summer long. Summer Break Baltimore participants can receive a free Summer Break t-shirt upon registration as well as a free book to add to their home library in June, July, and August, available while supplies and sizes last. 

  • Yoga in the Library
    It's no secret how good it is to move and exercise as we age. Whether you have had experience taking yoga or not, this chair and standing posture class is for anyone who wishes to explore yoga further or as a beginner. Saturdays, June 1, 8, and 15 from 10:15 am to 11:15 am. Details.

  • In Stitches Club
    Whether you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, needlepoint – or have another favorite craft – bring your work in progress to join us for a morning of crafting, conversation, and camaraderie with the In Stitches Club on Saturday, June 17 at 10:30 am.

  • TranQuillity at Pratt
    Quilling is the ancient art of rolling, gluing, and shaping strips of paper into various forms. Come learn quilling and make your own original artwork. This is a 4-week course, taught by Cachet Currie, member of the North American Quilling Guild. Space is limited to 12 participants. Please call 410-396-8548 to enroll. Adult participants completing the full 4-week session get a complimentary kit. Saturdays, June 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 3-4:00 pm.

Free Yoga, Abs Core, and Wellness Classes
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Engagement Center (at 1501 South Clinton Street in Canton) has Free Yoga Classes on Mondays from 5-6 pm. The instructor is amazing, and you don’t need CareFirst insurance to participate. Classes and parking are free. Some yoga mats are provided or you can bring your own. Other classes include Relaxation & Meditation, Stretch & Balance, Abs, Core & More, and Zumba. To register please click https://www.carefirst.com/cec/, and select register for a class or event or go to CareFirst Engagement Center Events | Eventbrite.

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.

CCA NEWS

CCA Hybrid Public Meetings 2024
February 20, May 21, September 17, and November 19
Meetings are held at the United Evangelical Church at 3200 Dillon St. and live-streamed on the CCA Facebook page.

CCA Free Community Dumpster Days 2024
March 23, June 1, September 7, November 2
The dumpster will be located near 1011 S. Lakewood Ave, alongside Safeway just north of Boston Street from approximately 9:00 am until noon or until full. Plan to go early, as it usually fills fast.

Buy-A-Brick Program adds Canton Dog Park!
The CCA Buy-A-Brick Program is excited to announce that bricks are 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.

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, Parks, 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.