Hamilton - Lauraville Main Street News

City Neighbors Hamilton - Winter Gala - 2/11/12

2012-01-31T16:09:00.000-05:00

Art Opening at TruAx Frames

2012-01-25T10:47:00.000-05:00

Reception this Friday 1/27/12 6-8

Small works by local artists will be on display this month. These works are easy to place in your home and affordable. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to buying original art, this is a great show.

Also, if you have not been out to TruAx Frames, then it is worth your while to visit.

4711 1/2 B Harford Rd Lauraville/Hamilton MD 21214

410-336-3232

First Friday in Hamilton & Lauraville - February 3, 2012

2012-01-23T16:10:00.000-05:00

Check participating galleries, restaurants & pubs!

Studio 55, 5529 Harford Rd, Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Rd,

Hamilton Arts Collective (The HAC Box), 5440 Harford Rd,

TruAx Custom Frames, 4711 1/2B Harford Rd,

Charmed Life Studio, 4505 Harford Rd.

Support your local artists!

Bottoms Up at Zeke's Coffee

2012-01-20T11:08:00.000-05:00

http://www.urbanitebaltimore.com/baltimore/bottoms-up/Content?oid=1467984

Donovan Fund presents 'Arsenic & Old Lace'

2012-01-19T18:04:00.000-05:00

Saturday, January 21, 2011 7 pm

Harford Road

Suggested Donation $10 per person

The Donovan Fund

Monies raised help subsidize material needs of medically fragile seniors of fixed income in Baltimore City.

The Fund helps seniors pay BG&E bills and purchase supplies such as mattresses, fuel, hearing aids, and medical equipment.

Call Chris Muldowney 410366-1980x271 or 410/426-2529 cmuldowney@fcsmd.org

Discounts at local businesses with this film, call to reserve.

See Donovan Fund article from the Baltimore Sun:

http://www.baltimoresun.com/features/bs-gl-goodworks-movies-20120115,0,6543363.story

YOUNG ACTORS STUDIO - ACTING CLASSES - Winter/Spring 2012

2012-01-13T17:22:00.001-05:00

PERFORMANCE WORKSHOP THEATRE

IMAGINATIONS ALIVE

A Creative Drama Workshop for Preschool Children

with Katherine Lyons

Saturday mornings: 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

February 4 – March 17 (7 weeks)

Ages: 3 - 5

Integrating movement, storytelling, song, dance, and puppetry, this workshop will enhance young

children’s confidence, concentration and excitement for learning. In each session, children will explore

and re-enact stories using simple props, instruments, costumes, and puppets to create characters with

their bodies, voices and imaginations.

Tuition: $85.

MAKE A PLAY

A Creative Drama Workshop for Elementary Students

with Katherine Lyons

Saturday mornings: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

February 4 – March 17 (7 weeks)

Grades: 2nd – 4th

A fun, interactive class using theatre games and improvisation to explore voice, movement, and

imagination. Children will develop self-esteem, problem-solving and listening skills, learn to express

themselves clearly and work together to create their own play based on a story.

  Tuition: $125.
  For more information and registration, call 410.659.7830
visit our website:           http://www.performanceworkshoptheatre.org/YAS.html
            Performance Workshop Theatre is located in Hamilton
in the Provident Bank
            Building at 5426 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214.

Beth's DIY at LiveBaltimore 2/28/12

2012-01-13T16:43:00.002-05:00

Join Beth's DIY at LiveBaltimore for some home repair demos!

Chef Mac's "Blue Year's Eve Party!"

2011-12-29T10:19:00.000-05:00

Featuring

Electrofied Blues Band

DJ Reginald Kelly

$50/person

Great food, great music, great fun!

Champagne toast

Festivities begin 8 PM

Band begins 9 PM

Chef Mac's and All That Blues
4709 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214(410) 319.6227

Hamilton Quilt Circle does it again!

2011-12-28T15:50:00.000-05:00

Hamilton Quilt Circle has completed another quilt to raise funds for the Hamilton Gallery. Raffle tickets are available at the Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Road. Visit the Hamilton Gallery on First Friday, 1/6/12. HamiltonGalleryArt.blogspot.com

Santa's visit to Future Care on Harford Road (Hamilton/Lauraville)

2011-12-21T13:31:00.000-05:00

Holidays on Harford Road December 10, 2011 (Hamilton, Baltimore 21214)

2011-12-21T13:29:00.001-05:00

Arin Mitchell at the Hamilton Gallery (Baltimore 21214)

2011-12-19T09:35:00.000-05:00

The Hamilton Gallery
5502 Harford Road

Hamilton, Baltimore MD 21214

Guest Artist Series

Arin Mitchell

On exhibit until
January 30, 2012

OPENING RECEPTION
Friday, January 6, 2012
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
All are invited!
To sign up for email announcements for special events at The Hamilton Gallery
or to inquire about membership,please email us at:
HamiltonGallery@gmail.com
For more information about
The Hamilton Arts Collective
and the Hamilton Gallery
go to:www.HamiltonArts.org

or phone: (410) 205-5027

Kopi Luwak Coffee Tasting Zeke’s Coffee January 14th and 15th

2011-12-15T23:31:00.000-05:00

Kopi Luwak Coffee Tasting
Zeke’s Coffee
January 14th and 15th

Zeke’s Coffee
3003 Montebello Terrace
Baltimore, Maryland
www.zekescoffee.com

RARE DELIGHTS FROM the SUMATRAN JUNGLE! a treasured delicacy virtually unknown to the western palate.

BEHOLD! The amazing symbiosis between the Asian Palm Civet and Arabica Coffee Beans. This nocturnal jungle denizen ingests the ripest coffee cherries. Its irreproducible digestive system contains proteolytic enzymes which strip the beans of acid and bitterness yet maintains their caffeinated potency. Found only in the wilds of the Indonesian rain forest, these beans are gently brushed clean and meticulously cured. Once in the hands of our master roasters, these scarce and exquisite jewels are caramelized to perfection.

“After I overcame my initial reticence of the rather unique process, I was rewarded with one of the finest cups of coffee I have ever had the pleasure of tasting,” Says Mr. Thomas Rhodes proprietor of Zeke’s Coffee. “The flavor is incredibly smooth, with hints of nuts and delicate earthy tones. It is a singular coffee experience, unlike any other.” The Kopi Luwak is prized throughout for its incredible flavor, low acidity and its ease on the stomach. It is one of the rarest and most expensive coffees in the world.

Zeke’s Coffee is a locally owned, award winning small batch coffee roaster. We roast and blend a variety of coffees from all over the world. Our coffees are roasted to order. Small batch roasting is more labor intensive but guarantees freshness and greater attention to each pound roasted. Zeke’s has been roasting coffee since 2005 in Northeast Baltimore’s Lauraville neighborhood.

Tastings are at Zeke’s Coffee Roastery, 3003 Montebello Terrace every hour on the hour for the following dates and times:
January 14th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
January 15th from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
$10 for a 10 ounce cup. $10 for a commemorative T Shirt.
Tickets are available at Zeke’s Coffee, 4607 Harford Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21214, Monday-Saturday 7:00AM to 6:00PM, Sunday 8:00AM to 4:00PM, at the Waverly and Downtown Farmer’s Makets, and online at www.zekescoffee.net

Friday January 13th 7:00PM to 10:00PM, there will be a WTMD member’s only Kopi Luwak tasting featuring an opportunity to meet award winning disc jockey The Weasel on 89.7 WTMD. The Weasel will also be playing a special broadcast to honor the event, Friday January 13th 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Saturday January 14th from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM. There are limited number of tickets available from WTMD, call (410) 704-8938 for more details.

Big Boy Little Band will be back at Chef Mac's on Sat., Dec. 17th

2011-12-15T23:28:00.000-05:00

The Big Boy Little Band will be performing at Chef Mac's on Harford Road on Sat., Dec. 17th for a night of down home and jump & swing blues. It's been a while and they are really looking forward to being back! And it'll be a while before they are back again - not until next April. The show starts at 8 pm.

Big Boy Little Band
www.bigboylittleband.com
www.facebook.com/bigboylittleband
www.bigboylittleband.com/audiovideo.cfm - videos
www.wolfsmusicweekly.com
www.facebook.com/wolf.crescenze

Charmed Life Studio Art Opening Jan 6, 2012

2011-12-15T23:22:00.001-05:00

Those Were The Days
Art by Anastasia Gnau

Opening January 6th 2012
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Charmed Life Gallery
4505 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214

She’s worked hard enough, for little enough pay, it’s time for us to give it up for our shop girl, Anastasia Gnau. From January 3rd to January 31st Charmed Life Gallery and Tattoo Studio is proud to present “Those Were the Days”, art by Anastasia Gnau. There will be an opening on January 6th from 6:00PM to 10:00PM, featuring live music by the Sean Wilson Trio. This show is free and open to all ages.

“Everything is constantly changing. I want to capture transitory moments, to save something.”

Anastasia is an accomplished photographer. She tends to focus on the human form and images of decay. Her photography often isolates individual parts of the body. “I like to establish identity without showing faces,” She says. “The parts that comprise a person tell a story that is often lost when we look at the whole person.” She works predominantly in black and white. Her work displays exquisite chiaroscuro. There is a precise discipline to her placement of models and light.

This show will also feature oil paintings. “I only use oils because they hold a better texture. I always paint with a palette knife, never a brush. I need the texture to pop out of the painting,” Anastasia says. Her paintings feature mostly impressionistic pastoral settings. The texture feels dynamic, as if the paintings are moving. There is a palpable sensation of life in the canvas; figures that have seemingly crude features appear as if they may coalesce into animals or flowers as they cross one’s peripheral vision.

Born in Baltimore, raised in Parkville, Anastasia Gnau is too talented to be so damn young. She won a Gold Medal in 2010 from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. The gold medal is reserved for “the most outstanding works in the nation”. She was nominated for a Maryland Distinguished Scholar Award, unfortunately the awards were cancelled due to budget shortfalls. She is currently a senior at Carver Center for Arts and Technology. She also interns at the Charmed Life Gallery.

City Paper highligts Performance Workshop Theatre's A View from the Bridge

2011-12-15T23:16:00.000-05:00

http://citypaper.com/special/topten/the-year-in-stage-1.1244496

Milk and Cookies with Santa, Dec 10 @ MCPA

2011-12-06T13:07:00.002-05:00

Lauraville's newest eatery is "Tooloulou"

2011-12-02T12:20:00.000-05:00

The Sun reviews Tooloulou, a new eatery that opened on Harford Road in Lauraville.

Read more about it here...http://www.baltimoremagazine.net/ingoodtaste/2011/12/tooloulou-harford-rds-newest-spot

"Wonder Boys" (2000) showing at the Donovan Fund Film Series

2011-12-01T16:39:00.000-05:00

Please Join Us for the Holiday Donovan Film

“Wonder Boys” (2000)

Holiday Film starring Michael Douglas, Tobey Mcquire, Frances MacDormand & Robert Downey Jr.

Film discussion after showing.

Saturday, December 10, 2011, 7:00 pm

4321 Harford Road (above The Chop Shop)

Suggested Donation $10

This film is part of a series to benefit The Donovan Fund,which assists medically fragile Baltimore City seniors with fixed incomes.

Reservations: Chris Muldowney

410-366-1980, x271 / 410-426-2529

cmuldowney@fcsmd.org

Get framed in Lauraville!

2011-12-01T16:36:00.000-05:00

Brian Truax, a resident of Morvia-Walther and co-founder of Towson Framing Gallery, is opening for business at 4711 1/2B Harford Road. Stop by to welcome Brian's TruAx CustomFrames to the business district.

Brian will be in his shop during First Friday art openings in Lauraville and Hamilton. If you are planning on going to Chef Mac's anniversary celebration this weekend at 4709 Harford Road, be sure to stop in at TruAx Custom Frames on the way.

This link is to an article from the Towson Patch: http://towson.patch.com/articles/arts-collective-president-leaves-towson-framing-gallery

Got artwork?
Get framed in Lauraville!

Gift Ideas: Do you Holiday Shopping in Hamilton and Lauraville

2011-11-29T09:49:00.001-05:00

Red Canoe Bookstore Cafe, 4337 Harford Road, ,a great opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind gift!

Studio C, 4337-B Harford Road - beautiful jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, gift certificates & so much more!

Koco's Pub, 4301 Harford Road - lunch, dinner, gift certificates - why not ship a crab-cake to that special friend?

Tooloulou's, 4311 Harford Road - lunch, dinner, coming soon!

Psychic Gallery, 4313 Harford Road - crystals, oils, small gifts.

Beth's DIY, 4315 Harford Road - give the gift of a workshop class! Stop in & see what DIY has to offer.

Chop Shop, Blue Spark Barber, 4321 Harford Road - get your style on for the holidays & pick up a gift certificate for a friend!

Chelle's Creative Image, 4323 Harford Road - gift certificate

Coming soon! 4323 Harford Road - Clothing! Accessories! Watch for the 'Open' sign soon!

Lady's Touch Hair Salon, 4327 Harford Road - gift certificate

The Chameleon, 4341 Harford Road - dinner, gift certificate

Charmed Life Studio, 4505 Harford Road - artwork, gift certificate & more!

Zeke's Coffee, 4607 Harford Road - small batch coffee by the pound, loose tea, local products, gift certificate!

And, more great gift ideas - join a class, give a gift to a friend! Visit more shops in Lauraville!

Aaduri Arts, 4705 Harford Road

TruAx Custom Frames, 4711 1/2B Harford Road - opening soon!

Will's Hairstyling, 5121 Harford Road - gift certificates

Soft Touch Photography, 5123 Harford Road - beautiful family portraits, gift certificates - right in your neighborhood!

The shopping & gift opportunities continue in Hamilton!

Lakein's Jewelry, 5400 Harford Road - jewelry & gift certificates

Clementine, 5402 Harford Road - breakfast, lunch & dinner or give a gift certificate to a friend!

Hamilton Bakery, 5414 Harford Road - bread, desserts, coffee made fresh daily, special orders, gift certificates!

Hamilton Vacuum, 5421 Harford Road - clean up for the holidays, or give the gift of clean to someone on your list!

Crystal's Bridal, 5424 Harford Road - Not just for brides - clothing for special occasions, too!

Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Road - framed & un-framed artwork, cards, jewelry, hand-knitted clothing & more!

Los Amigos, 5506 Harford Road - lunch & dinner - gift certificates!

Lost in the 50s - 5510 Harford Road - breakfast & lunch - gift certificates?

Hamilton Tavern, 5517 Harford Road - gift certificates!

Studio 55, 5529 Harford Road - art lessons, beautifully framed artwork, a great long-lasting gift!

Mid-Atlantic Center for Performing Arts, 5543 Harford Road - give the gift of dance to a youngster in your life!

Big Bad Wolf, 5713 Harford Road - lunch & dinner

The Diva Shop - 2916 Hamilton Avenue - jewelry, handbags, watches, shoes, clothing, fragrance, men's accessories & more!

All this & more - all here in Lauraville and Hamilton . Don't forget that certificates for groceries, health & beauty supplies.

Baltimore Sun is charmed by Clementine (Hamilton 21214)

2011-11-29T09:36:00.000-05:00

So are we! Read the review here:

http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/dining/bs-ae-restrev-clementine-20111126,0,7512653.story

Chef Mac's Celebrates their First Year of Bringing the Blues to Baltimore (Hamilton 21214)

2011-11-29T09:25:00.004-05:00

December 3

Big Daddy Stallings and

The Bluez Evolution Band

Show begins 8 PM

Celebrating one year of Blues

At Chef Mac’s

www.chefmacs.com

410.319.6227

Chef Mac's and All That Blues

4709 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214

"Congratulations to The Chef!
Thanks for bringing great music to the neighborhood!"

Arts & Ideas Holiday Bazaar Saturday Dec 10

2011-11-28T08:55:00.000-05:00

Small Business Saturday on Harford Road - November 26

2011-11-22T12:43:00.000-05:00

Dear Friends,

This November 26th is the second annual Small Business Saturday, when people across the country come out and shop to support their favorite local businesses.

The businesses at Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street have some great shopping opportunities for you! Look for unique selections to fulfill your gift lists. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere & close-to-home convenience that shopping locally provides!

Think local first!

Hamilton - Lauraville Main Street

Call for Vendors: Holiday Craft Fair

2011-11-22T09:33:00.000-05:00

Future Care Cold Spring is hosting a holiday craft fair. We are looking for vendors to participate in this event. The cost to reserve a table is $10.00 . Items to sell may include crafts, baked goods, jewelry , new clothing, etc. This is a great networking opportunity.
To reserve your table today please contact the Activities Department .
The deadline to reserve a table is December 13.

Holiday Craft Fair Date: 12/17/2011
Time: 10:00am-4:00pm
Location:
Future Care Cold Spring
4700 Harford Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21214
Phone: 410- 254-3300
Fax: 410-254-3015
Regina Muhammad, Activities Director
E-mail: muhammadr@futurecarehealth.com

Black Friday Blues Begone. Come celebrate Small Business Saturday on Harford Road - November 26

2011-11-18T09:45:00.005-05:00

Visit your favorite neighborhood shops on SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, November 26th! Browse around for great unique gifts right in your own backyard! Although our list is comprehensive, please check with your fav Harford Road business for more information.
On the schedule is:

Red Canoe Bookstore Cafe, 4337 Harford Road, presents the THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY ARTISANS MARKET on November 26th - a great opportunity to find that one-of-a-kind gift! www.redcanoe.bz

And, while you're in the neighborhood, be sure to check out all the indie shopping opportunities in Lauraville! Gift certificates? Jewelry? Clothing? Handbags? Candles? Books? Artwork? Small batch coffee by the pound? Massage? Yoga? Skin Care? Great Hair? You can find it all HERE! Park you car, ride your bike or walk .... everything is conveniently located!

Studio C, 4337-B Harford Road - beautiful jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, gift certificates & so much more!

Koco's Pub, 4301 Harford Road - lunch, dinner, gift certificates - why not ship a crab-cake to that special friend?

Tooloulou's, 4311 Harford Road - lunch, dinner, coming soon!

Psychic Gallery, 4313 Harford Road - crystals, oils, small gifts.

Beth's DIY, 4315 Harford Road - give the gift of a workshop class! Stop in & see what DIY has to offer.

Chop Shop, Blue Spark Barber, 4321 Harford Road - get your style on for the holidays & pick up a gift certificate for a friend!

Chelle's Creative Image, 4323 Harford Road - gift certificate

Coming soon! 4323 Harford Road - Clothing! Accessories! Watch for the 'Open' sign soon!

Lady's Touch Hair Salon, 4327 Harford Road - gift certificate

The Chameleon, 4341 Harford Road - dinner, gift certificate

Charmed Life Studio, 4505 Harford Road - artwork, gift certificate & more!

Zeke's Coffee, 4607 Harford Road - small batch coffee by the pound, loose tea, local products, gift certificate!

And, more great gift ideas - join a class, give a gift to a friend! Visit more shops in Lauraville!

Welcome Om Hatha Yoga, 4711 Harford Road, 2nd floor

Aaduri Arts, 4705 Harford Road

TruAx Custom Frames, 4711 1/2B Harford Road - opening soon!

Will's Hairstyling, 5121 Harford Road - gift certificates

Soft Touch Photography, 5123 Harford Road - beautiful family portraits, gift certificates - right in your neighborhood!

The shopping & gift opportunities continue in Hamilton!

Lakein's Jewelry, 5400 Harford Road - jewelry & gift certificates

Clementine, 5402 Harford Road - breakfast, lunch & dinner or give a gift certificate to a friend!

Hamilton Bakery, 5414 Harford Road - bread, desserts, coffee made fresh daily, special orders, gift certificates!

Hamilton Vacuum, 5421 Harford Road - clean up for the holidays, or give the gift of clean to someone on your list!

Crystal's Bridal, 5424 Harford Road - Not just for brides - clothing for special occasions, too!

Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Road - framed & un-framed artwork, cards, jewelry, hand-knitted clothing & more!

Los Amigos, 5506 Harford Road - lunch & dinner - gift certificates!

Lost in the 50s - 5510 Harford Road - breakfast & lunch - gift certificates?

Hamilton Tavern, 5517 Harford Road - gift certificates!

Studio 55, 5529 Harford Road - art lessons, beautifully framed artwork, a great long-lasting gift!

Mid-Atlantic Center for Performing Arts, 5543 Harford Road - give the gift of dance to a youngster in your life!

Big Bad Wolf, 5713 Harford Road - lunch & dinner

The Diva Shop - 2916 Hamilton Avenue - jewelry, handbags, watches, shoes, clothing, fragrance, men's accessories & more!

All this & more - all here in Lauraville and Hamilton . Don't forget that certificates for groceries, health & beauty supplies.
For more information on SBS:
http://www.smallbusinesssaturday.com/
www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessSaturday

Dec 10th Holidays on Harford

2011-11-17T11:32:00.002-05:00

Click on Santa's picture for details of his visit on Dec 10, 2011 to Harford Road in Lauraville and Hamilton.

November 18th the Chop Shop is hosting a Thanksgiving Celebration

2011-11-16T22:50:00.000-05:00

November 18th the Chop Shop is hosting a Thanksgiving Celebration

A social hour will begin at 6pm with complimentary games, snacks, and soup
-Followed By-
"Home for the Holidays" with Holly Hunter, Robert Downey Jr, and Claire Danes starting at 7pm

Soup and Snacks are Complimentary - Feel Free to Bring Any Alcoholic and/or Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Suggested Donation: $10
This is a RSVP-Only event; email to reserve your seat now!
Hope to see you there!

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Thank you and have a great day,
Elizabeth
moviesatchopshop@gmail.com
4321 Harford Rd Baltimore, MD

Google 360

2011-11-16T22:46:00.003-05:00

Dear Business Owner,

Google has a new free perk for business owners in targeted cities who want to get a 360 view of their business interiors on their Google Places listing. It is pretty cool. Each business has to apply. Baltimore is one of the target markets right now. Check it out.

http://maps.google.com/help/maps/businessphotos/

Aaduri Healing Arts Open House in Lauraville Nov 19

2011-11-16T22:34:00.003-05:00

Aaduri Healing Arts invites you to check out our new location! Please stop by our open house, we'll have food and drinks and we'll be showing the photography of Millicent Hoffman!

Saturday, November 19, 2011
5pm-9pm
4705-A (1st Floor) Harford Rd.
Parking available in adjacent lot.

Beer and wine will be served and Red Canoe will be providing us with some yummy treats! There will be Free Chair Massages and also a Raffle for a free 60 minute massage.

Hamilton Quilt Circle Raises $500 for BARCS

2011-11-03T21:19:00.002-04:00

The members of the Hamilton Quilt Circle recently finished their BARCS quilt, which was recently part of the BARCS fund raising efforts and raised $500 for them! Way to go!

Save the Date: December 10 is Holidays on Harford

2011-11-03T20:51:00.000-04:00

HOLIDAYS ON HARFORD
Saturday, December 10, 2011

Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street is planning its 4th Annual Holidays on Harford Road. Its our effort to bring the community to the commercial district. Please save the date and stay tuned to our website & blog for updated information.
www.BmoreMainStreet.com
www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.blogspot.com

Regina Lansinger, Director
Hamilton Lauraville Main Street
5500 Harford Road - Suite 201
Baltimore, MD 21214
410.319.7150
410.319.7151 (fax)
www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.org

"The Lion in Winter" next in the Donovan Fund Film Series on November 19th

2011-11-03T20:36:00.002-04:00

Please save the date-November 19. The next Donovan Film November 19,2011 @ 7pm is the great film “The Lion in Winter”(1968).http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063227/

Saturday 11/19/11 at 7pm.

4321 Harford Road, Lauravillee

Suggested Donation $10 with Film Discussion after facilitated by Film Professor & Filmmaker, Chris Reed. http://www.christopherllewellynreed.com

Directions to all http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=ll

Please call to reserve (to Chris 410-366-1980 (x271 or x 276) &/or ask about pre show dinner discounts at Chameleon Café http://thechameleoncafe.com/ & Koco’s Pub http://www.kocospub.com/

Chris Muldowney
Case Management Supervisor
Elder Services
Family and Children's Services of Central Maryland
4623 Falls Rd.
Baltimore, MD 21209

cmuldowney@fcsmd.org

410-366-1980x271

Chef Mac's Schedule for 11/04, 11/05

2011-11-03T20:31:00.000-04:00

November 4
Bad Influence
Nominated for Best Blues Band, Blues Instrumentalist and Blues Vocalist by the Washington Area Music Association!
New CD “Under the Influence”!

November 5
Greg Hatza & the “Organ”ization

Jazz at it's best

www.chefmacs.com
410.319.6227

November 4th Raven Pep Rally at Future Care Cold Spring on Harford Road

2011-11-03T20:22:00.001-04:00

Come celebrate the Baltimore Ravens

Ravens Pep Rally - Friday, 11/4, 2:30-4 at Future Care Cold Spring, 4700 Harford Road. Come enjoy the Ravens pep rally with residents of Future Care. The Pep Rally will be held in the garden. Enter through the main entrance off List Avenue, and ask for directions to the rally. (TV coverage expected.)

Fashion Show at the Hamilton Gallery

2011-11-03T20:20:00.000-04:00

Fashion show by Raven Smith at the Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Road on Saturday, 11/5 at 2:30. Tickets are $10 (donation) or equal value in non-perishable food. Call Raven for more information 410-528-3515

The Urbanite highlights the Hamilton Tavern

2011-11-03T19:59:00.001-04:00

Autumnal Eats: Hamilton Tavern is pub-style food that is comforting and special, familiar and slightly surprising.

November 4th - The Refugees and Beggar's Ride at Cellar Stage at Faith Community in Hamilton

2011-10-30T16:21:00.003-04:00

Music news from the Cellar Stage:

THE CELLAR STAGE at
Faith Community United Methodist Church of Hamilton
5315 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214

Concert information: 410-521-9099

The music at Faith Community United Methodist Church is brought to you by Uptown Concerts, a non-profit 501c3 organization affiliated with the International Folk Alliance, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of folk and traditional music. Your tax deductible contributions are welcome.

All shows begin at 8:00 PM, doors open at 7:00 PM, unless otherwise indicated.
Join our mailing list!

Friday, November 4, 2011

THE REFUGEES

Opening: Beggar's Ride

Tickets $20.00 ~ Showtime 8:00 pm

Cindy Bullens, Deborah Holland and Wendy Waldman carved out terrific solo music careers. But when they joined forces in 2007 as The Refugees, they found a new home in harmony. Their debut CD, 'Unbound,' weaves harmonies as tight and elegant as fine linen - easy to dress up for the a cappella sophistication of "Save the Best for Last" and easy to dress down for a kickin' night of "Fishin' in the Dark." Their tapestry of sound blends folk, country, roots, blues and rock, sure to please fans of each genre. Cindy Bullens got her start as a backup singer for Elton John and sang on the best-selling "Grease" soundtrack; Deborah Holland was the lead singer/songwriter for the underground band Animal Logic; and Wendy Waldman wrote "Save the Best for Last," which became a huge hit for Vanessa Williams.The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and experience. and have been wowing audiences, radio DJs, and music critics alike with their soaring harmonies, indelible musicianship, and unforgettably humorous stage presence. Individually, The Refugeeshave logged more than three decades in the industry, with nineteen solo albums and multiple Grammy Award nominations to their credit, featuring musical styles that blend country, rock, folk, and Americana. To describe them as eclectic would be an understatement. These three women have utilized their intense drive and relentless passions to create an entirely new sound. "The Refugees offer up a terrific combination of engaging, passionate, and poetic songwriting, high-caliber musicianship, and gorgeous vocals. The combined musical pedigree of Cindy Bullens,Deborah Holland, and Wendy Waldman is unparalleled. Don't even think about missing an opportunity to catch them in concert." ~ Anil Prasadfrom Innerviews, Guitar Player and Bass Player.

"Beggar's Ride have something special. Yes, they have beautiful voices and beautiful harmonies, but they offer much more. Their heartfelt lyrics and melodies are at times haunting yet uplifting. They sing songs about real life and real people..............." -Art Wachter, Host of The Folk Show on NPR affiliate WPSU (State College, PA). Beggar’s Ride is the Baltimore based duo of performing songwriters Claudia SanSoucie andKate Maguire. They met in the fall of 2008 and began performing together soon after, officially formingBeggar’s Ride in the winter of 2010. Their efforts have culminated in the recording of their first full length album, Beggar’s Ride, released this past June. "...an album of gorgeous vocal harmony and Maguire’s flawless guitar work...the album has beauty in spades, it’s a quiet, moody affair..." - Jon Patton, Driftwood Magazine.

Boofest Canceled

2011-10-29T11:13:00.003-04:00

Boofest at the Connection Lot is canceled on account of the rainy, cold weather.

Future Care Cold Spring is hosting a Community Halloween Party on Sunday October 30, 2011 4-6pm. The address is 4700 Harford Road, across from McDonald's. Some parking is available on List Avenue, one block north of Cold Spring Lane. The Boo Fest activities can move indoors at Future Care. The staff at Future Care is excited to invite the neighbors in for a little Halloween fun!

A View from the Bridge - Only 8 performances left at the Performance Workshop Theatre

2011-10-28T14:23:00.000-04:00

Tickets may be purchased by phoning the Theatre or online. For reservations and more information,

call 410-659-7830 or visit our website

http://www.performanceworkshoptheatre.org

Performance Workshop Theatre

5426 Harford Road

Hamilton, Baltimore 21214

Yard Sale at Faith Community Oct 29 (Hamilton 21214)

2011-10-26T14:42:00.002-04:00

Pics from Hamilton/Lauraville Open Studio Tour Kickoff October 21, 2011

2011-10-25T13:41:00.001-04:00

Art Pit tents and demos - music, art display from Julie Lin, Annie Howe, Toby Rivkin

At the fire pit at 4500

Toby Rivkin demos pottery wheel at the Art Pit

MCPA practice for Nutcracker (at least 50 people attended)

Darl Gnau of Charmed Life Studio (Harford Road) works on mural at 4500

Baltimore Improv Group at the Hamilton Arts Collective

Simone Gray's body painting at Charmed Life

Studio 55 in Hamilton

Performance Workshop Theatre - A View From the Bridge

Other businesses on Harford Road participated but not photographed were:

Clementine

Hamilton Tavern

The Chameleon

Studio C

Chop Shop

Beth's DIY Workshop

Koco's Pub

Harford Road Zombie Crawl October 22

2011-10-19T20:21:00.000-04:00

Harford Road Zombie Crawl

Searching for ghouls is fun, but dressing and acting like one could be the ultimate Halloween drinking experience.

On Saturday, bar-crawlers, dressed as zombies, will do just that, creepily stalking Harford Road as if they're hoping to land a role on the TV show "The Walking Dead."

Rik and Shannon Marshall, a couple of Halloween enthusiasts, started the Harford Road Zombie Crawl in 2009 after a disappointing crawl downtown. It was their response to underwhelming drink specials and typical costumes ("too many people dressed as Superman and Chewbacca," Rik wrote in an email). Another perk: a non-sponsored crawl would give the zombies control in how much they spend.

The Marshalls were nervous on the Crawl's inaugural night, mostly because of rain, but they were pleasantly surprised to find zombies waiting for them at Koco's Pub. The group eventually swelled to 30. The turn-out doubled the next year.

The couple hopes this year's crawl — which kicks off at Koco's Pub at 8 p.m. — continues the trend.

"To be honest, it's just so much fun walking down the street, dressed as (and acting like!) a zombie, and scaring (amusing?) all the motorists and residents as we go," Rik says.

The Harford Road Zombie Crawl meets at Koco's Pub, 4301 Harford Road, at 8 p.m. Saturday. Drinks are not included. Free.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/music/midnight-sun-blog/bs-ae-unique-bar-crawls-1021-20111018,0,778773.story?page=2

Darius Scott and the Resolution Trio at Chef Mac's Friday October 21

2011-10-19T20:12:00.000-04:00

Throw Down with The Chef! (In honor of Mike Carrick)

Friday, October 21 · 8:00pm - 11:30pm

Location	Chef Mac's Louisiana Cuisine 4709 Harford Road Baltimore, MD

Created By	Darius Scott and the Resolution Trio

More Info	Darius Scott and the Resolution Trio Featuring Paul Hannah - Tenor Saxophone. Joe Bussey -bass Eric Kennedy -drums And YOU in the audience!!! Come get some good eats and support live jazz in the community.

October 21st in Hamilton and Lauraville - Open Studio Tour Kickoff

2011-10-19T13:43:00.001-04:00

" A View From The Bridge" Opens at Performance Workshop Theatre in Hamilton (Baltimore 21214)

2011-10-19T09:40:00.001-04:00

Tickets may be purchased by phoning the Theatre or online.

For reservations and more information,
call 410-659-7830 or visit our website:
http://www.performanceworkshoptheatre.org/

Performance Workshop Theatre
5426 Harford Road
Hamilton, Baltimore MD 21214
410-659-7830

Zumba Fitness at Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts

2011-10-17T15:26:00.000-04:00

Zumba Fitness at Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts

Three week Zumba trial session begins Monday, November 7!

Classes will be held on Nov. 7, 14, & 21, from 7:45-8:45.

The cost for the whole session is only $25.00 for three 1-hour classes. Come join the Zumba craze!

Just call the studio at 443-438-4525 to register.

See you there!

Hamilton's Unity Urban Garden fall clean-up needs YOU!

2011-10-11T14:05:00.002-04:00

Please join Unity Urban Garden (UUG) for a fall clean-up on October 22, 2011 from 9am-1:00pm. The garden is located at 4001 Southern Ave at the corner of Schley Ave. It is bordered by Walther Ave., Belair and Moravia Roads. Please drop by when you can and bring gloves. We are also looking for a few committed volunteers to help us plan the future of UUG so contact us if you are interested.

You DON"T need to RSVP but if you want to join us on other day contact Essence 443-474-9757 or unityurbangarden@gmail.com. You can visit our blog to learn about the history of the garden http://www.unityurbangarden.blogspot.com/

October 21 - Harford Road Event - Open Studio Tour 2011 - Where Great Art Starts

2011-10-11T11:01:00.002-04:00

Open Studio Tour 2011 - Where Great Art Starts

Kickoff in Hamilton and Lauraville

Friday, October 21, 2011 starting at 6:00 p.m.

Baltimore City’s Open Studio Tour is an annual city-wide event for over 20 years. For the first time in its history, the Open Studio organizers have asked a neighborhood - Hamilton and Lauraville - to kickoff the event.

Some Harford Road restaurants, performance spaces, and galleries will be featuring local artists and hosting events to mark the celebration! (Please call the restaurants directly, some may require reservations.)

Schedule (subject to change as the date draws near)

Ride in Style the Art-Pit Shuttle - 4 stops on Harford Road
Beth's DIY Workshop 4315 Harford
The Connection Lot - 4500 Harford
Hamilton Bakery - 5414 Harford
Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts - 5443 Harford

6:00 p.m. Wine & Cheese reception at Performance Workshop Theatre, 5426 Harford Road, 410-659-7830. Current production of Miller's "A View from the Bridge" starts at 7:30, please call the theater for ticket sales.

6:30 p.m. Special Fall Dance Performance at Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts, 5543 Harford Road, 443-438-4525

7:00 p.m. Gallery walk begins along Harford Road :

• Studio 55 - 5529 Harford Road - 410-444-0022

• Hamilton Gallery - 5502 Harford Road

• Hamilton Arts Collective - 5440 Harford Road

• Hamilton Bakery - 5414 Harford Road, 410-254-0797

• Chef Mac’s - 4709 Harford Road, 410- 319.6227

• Charmed Life Studio - 4505 Harford Road, 443-962-4634

•Studio C - 4337 Harford Road
Chop Shop - 4321 Harford Road, 410.426.2300

• Zeke’s - 4607 Harford Rd, 410- 254-0122

After 8:00 - Art Pit Party at the Connection 4500 Harford Road

• Darl from Charmed Life Studio will be putting the finishing touches on his mural created for Main Street

• Fire Pit

• Live Music from Local Bands

• Cooler Friendly and Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the night under the stars.

Boo Fest 2011 on Saturday October 29 from 2 to 4

2011-10-10T16:37:00.000-04:00

Will's Barber Shop has a new website!!

2011-10-10T16:28:00.001-04:00

http://www.willshairstyling.com/index.html

October 23rd Spaghetti Dinner and Auction to benefit the Boy Scout Troop 161

2011-10-10T16:24:00.001-04:00

BOY SCOUT TROOP 161 ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER AND AUCTION

WHEN: Sunday, October 23rd, 2011

Where: Church of the Messiah 5801 Harford Road Baltimore, MD 21214

Time: 1 PM TO 3 PM AND 4 PM TO 6 PM (2 sessions)

Price: $8.00 for adults and children 12 and older $4.00 for children 11 and under

Dinner will include spaghetti, bread, salad, drinks, and a dessert!!

It is $1.00 per chance to try to win one our auction items!

Looking forward to seeing you there!!

Red Zebra Pizza fundraising for the Hamilton Crop Circle

2011-10-10T16:21:00.000-04:00

Red Zebra Pizza will be donating from every slice they sell a dollar to the Hamilton Crop Circle at tomorrow's (October 11) Tuesday Market in Lauraville. Stop by to have dinner and to help raise funds for the Hamilton Crop Circle.

Tuesday Market at the Connection

4500 Harford Road in Lauraville, Baltimore 21214

Donovan Fund Film Series kicks off Halloween with a Creature Double Feature Film Fest and Party

2011-10-10T16:02:00.005-04:00

Special Halloween Event in collaboration with the enchanting Lisa Hawks owner/operator extraordinaire of the Chop Shop and the magical Chris Muldowney creator of the Donovan Fund Film Series

October 29, 2011 starting at 7:00 p.m. Donovan Fund Film Series is showing “The Uninvited” in a double bill with Rocky Horror Picture Show presented by Chop Shop

A Halloween Party at Chop Shop in between films(costumes encouraged but optional).

All proceeds from the Donovan Fund Films which directly benefit area seniors.
Join your community in a good time for a good cause.

Because....every little bit helps.

Suggested Donation $10

Saturday, October 29, 2011

7:00 pm

4321 Harford Road (Above the Chop Shop)

This film is part of a series to benefit The Donovan Fund,which assists medically fragile Baltimore City seniors with fixed incomes

Reservations: Chris Muldowney

410-366-1980, x271 / 410-426-2529

cmuldowney@fcsmd.org

“A View From the Bridge” - current production at the Performance Workshop Theatre (Hamilton 21214)

2011-10-10T15:59:00.000-04:00

Current Production at the Performance Workshop Theatre

“A View From the Bridge” by Arthur Miller

Opening night, Friday, Oct. 14 and running Thursdays – Sundays until Nov. 6.

Performance Workshop Theatre opens their 2011-2012 season with Arthur Miller’s passionate Tony award winning “A View From the Bridge,” one of the finest plays by one of the greatest playwrights of the twentieth century. Starring and featuring six actors from Lauraville/Hamilton!

Performance Workshop Theatre

5426 Harford Road

Baltimore MD 21214

410-659-7830

For more information and to purchase tickets:

http://www.performanceworkshoptheatre.org/Current_Production.html

Save the Date: 12/03/11 for a Musical Fund-raiser at the Hamilton Arts Collective

2011-10-10T15:55:00.000-04:00

Bird House Studios presents

A Special Evening of Music by

Walter & Wilson

A Fund-Raiser for the

Hamilton Gallery

at the

HAMILTON ARTS COLLECTIVE

Theater & Studios

5440 Harford Road

Baltimore, MD 21214

Date: December 3, 2011

Time: 7:30pm

Tickets are $15.00

Presold by November 15th

Tickets at the door are: $20.00

Please contact The Hamilton Gallery for ticket sales and information on this special show

Seating is limited so get your tickets early, this is a show not to be missed.

COME CELEBRATE HARBEL'S 41 YEARS OF SERVICE

2011-09-29T09:18:00.001-04:00

HARBEL IS CELEBRATING 41 YEARS OF SERVICE TO NORTHEAST BALTIMORE

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2011

2 PM – 6 PM

COLUMBUS GARDENS

4301 KLOSTERMAN AVENUE

Baltimore, 21236

SPEND THE AFTERNOON WITH FRIENDS ENJOYING A SCRUMTIOUS MENU OF CHEESE AND FRESH VEGETABLES HORS D’OEUVRES, AN ENTRÉE OF TOP ROUND OF BEEK OR CHICKEN CORDON BLEU, SAUTEED RED POTATOES, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, AND A CEASAR SALAD. SAVE ROOM TO CREATE YOUR OWN ICE CREAM SUNDAE FOR DESERT.

DANCE TO THE SOUNDS OF OUR DJ, AND BE SURE TO GET YOUR $5 RAFFLE TICKET WITH A CHANCE TO WIN A BED & BREAKFAST GET AWAY, A GIFT CARD FROM CLEMENTINE, OR RAVEN MEMORABILIA.

ALL THIS FOR ONLY $40.00

TICKETS MAY BE PURCHASED AT http://www.harbel.org/

OR BY CALLING 410-444-2100

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE FINE WORK OF THE HARBEL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION

Mike Hilliard

Community Services Director

HARBEL Community Organization

5807 Harford Rd., Baltimore, MD 21214

mikehilliard@harbel.org

http://www.harbel.org/

Phone: 410-444-2100, Ext. 1013

FAX: 410-426-1140

A View from the Bridge: Performance Workshop Theatre - October 14 (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-27T10:23:00.002-04:00

Performance Workshop Theatre

presents

A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE

by Tony Award Winning Playwright

Arthur Miller

directed by

Marlyn G. Robinson

October 14 – November 6, 2011

“…an intensely absorbing drama” – New York News

Performance Workshop Theatre opens their 2011-2012 season with Arthur Miller's passionate Tony award winning play, A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, one of the finest plays by one of the greatest playwrights of the twentieth century. It is the compelling and powerful story of Eddie Carbone, a Brooklyn longshoreman whose obsessive love of his niece drives him to actions that betray his family and his honor.

The cast stars Marc Horwitz as Eddie Carbone, and features Michael Donlan, Stacy Downs, Chris Kinslow, Katherine Lyons, and Michael Salconi.

The performance dates are October 14,15,16,20,21,22,23,27,28,29,30,and November 3,4,5,6. Showtimes are 7:30PM on Thursday evenings, 8PM on Friday and Saturday evenings and 3PM on Sunday matinees. Tickets are $22 general admission and $15 for students and may be purchased by phoning the Theatre or online.

Performance Workshop Theatre

5426 Harford Road

Hamilton, Baltimore, MD 21214

For reservations and more information, call 410-659-7830 or visit our website: www.performanceworkshoptheatre.org

Performance Workshop Theatre is participating during October in Free Fall Baltimore with these performances.

Zumba Class tonight at Faith Commuity in Hamilton (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-27T10:17:00.000-04:00

Zumba classes continues tonight (and every Tuesday night) from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Lower Social Hall of Faith Community Church (Harford Road at Gibbons Ave). Entrance is just across from Dunkin Donuts

Only $7.00 per class

Classes taught by Amaadi Coleman, certified Zumba instructor.

Get fit while having fun.....have fun while getting fit.

Yard Sale at the Connection on October 8 (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-27T10:01:00.003-04:00

HLMS is organizing a yard sale to be held on Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at The Connection, 4500 Harford Road (across from Safeway). Rain date will be Oct 15th.
Plenty of spaces are available, all with great visibility from Harford Road.

We are trying to schedule a donation truck available to catch all the goodies that did not find new homes.

To reserve your space, please contact Pam Wallace at 410-671-5578

Halloween Parade and Party for the entire Family (including Pets) Oct 29 in Lauraville (21214)

2011-09-26T09:40:00.001-04:00

BOO FEST

Halloween Parade and Party for the Family (including Pets) in Lauraville

Saturday, October 29, 2011

2 - 4 pm

The Connection

4500 Harford Road

Lauraville, Baltimore 21214

(across from Safeway)

Games, music, dancing, and healthy treats served!

For the entire family & pets

http://www.bmoremainstreet.com/

Kickstarter fundraisers for Hamilton Crop Circle at Clementine and the Chameleon (21214)

2011-09-23T10:22:00.001-04:00

The Hamilton Crop Circle has another Kickstarter.com fundraiser for their next project. In support of the program, local retaurants are hold fundraisers for the Hamilton Crop Circle. The dates are:

October 10, 2011 - Spaghetti night at Clementine - 5402 Harford Road
October 23, 2011 - Seven Course, Seven Farms - The Chameleon 4321 Harford Road

Lauraville Fair postponed to October 1, 2011 (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-23T10:16:00.002-04:00

The Lauraville Fair postponed to October 1, 2011 on account of rain in the forecast.

HLMS Annual Report for 2011

2011-09-21T09:10:00.000-04:00

The Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2011 is now published and can be read at the HLMS website.

Koco's Pub and Dining Out for Life, September 22, 2011

2011-09-21T08:57:00.001-04:00

News from Koco's Pub:

Koco's is a Proud Participant of Dining Out for Life! Join us to support a great cause on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Make your dinner reservations today! Call us at 410-426-3519

Tuesday Zumba at Faith Community on Harford Road (Hamilton Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-20T11:58:00.000-04:00

Zumba Instructor Extraordinaire - Amaadi Coleman

Faith Community Church

5315 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
Tuesday - 6:00-7:00pm
Loads of Free Parking

Donovan Fund Halloween Film 10/29/11

2011-09-20T11:44:00.000-04:00

Please Join Us for the Donovan Film Halloween Film

“The Uninvited” (1944)

A gothic tale of cheap real estate & ghostly happenings in classic Hollywood style with a great script.

Starring the Ray Milland & Donald Crisp

Usher in the spooky season with film, friends and Fall chills for a good cause.

Film discussion after showing.

Saturday, October 29, 2011

7:00 pm

Suggested Donation $10

4321 Harford Road

Seating is limited

Reservations: Chris Muldowney

410-366-1980, x271 / 410-426-2529 cmuldowney@fcsmd.org

This film is part of a series to benefit The Donovan Fund which assists medically fragile Baltimore City seniors with fixed incomes

Art Wine Pasta Jazz 10/07/11 and The Art of Simone Gray at Chef Mac's (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-20T11:38:00.000-04:00

SIMONE

The Art of Simone Gray

September to December 2011

WINE -ART- PASTA- JAZZ

OCTOBER 7, 2011 6PM

artist info: http://www.simonegray.tumblr.com/

CHEF MAC’s & ALL THAT BLUES

4709 HARFORD ROAD

BALTIMORE, MD 21214

410.319.6227 chefmacs.com

Beth's DIY Class Schedule (Lauraville 21214)

2011-09-15T15:03:00.000-04:00

DIY Class schedule is listed on Beth's DIY Workshop Website

Preschool in Hamilton (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-15T14:51:00.004-04:00

News from Community Play School:

Community Play School is a play-based preschool for children ages 2 through 5 located in Faith Community United Methodist Church in Northeast Baltimore's Hamilton Community. We are an affordable, community-based preschool dedicated to inclusion and diversity.

We meet September through May, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. with 2-, 3-, 4-, or 5-day schedules available. We also offer three extended days per week for children over 3.5 years old. For enrollment information, please send an email to communityplayschool@gmail.com.
The Community Play School is designed to provide a child-centered and individualized arts-enriched program inspired by the Reggio Emilia method.
Our philosophy is characterized by these developmental education principles:
- Children learn through play, interaction, problem solving, exploration, and discovery.
- Cooperation is more conducive to learning than competition.
- Children learn best when they can make choices and set their own goals.
- Each child is unique.
- Education is an on-going process which is enhanced when the child, teacher and family work together.

At the Community Play School we value a child’s right to a quality education that celebrates who he or she is, while providing tools to support ongoing emotional, intellectual, and creative growth. Our program is designed to deepen and enrich children’s encounters with the world, their community, and each other.

Community Play School is happy to announce our expansion for the 2011/2012 school year. We will offer three class choices for a variety of ages and schedules.

Our program for two year olds will meet on Thursdays and Fridays from 9-12:45.

Our threes/fours program will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 9-12:45 with extended Workshop days available on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 12:45-2:15p.m.

Our largest mixed age class for children 3-5 years old meets Monday through Friday from 9-12:45 and offers 3,4,or 5 day schedules and extended day Workshop on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 12:45-2:15p.m.

There are currently limited spaces available for the 2011/2012 school year.

Thanks,
Courtney Gardner

Community Play School
5315 Harford Rd.
Baltimore, MD 21214
443-814-1211
contact:Courtney Gardner
communityplayschool@gmail.com
communityplayschool.wordpress.com

Hamilton Crop Circle: Growing (Baltimore 21214)

2011-09-15T14:24:00.001-04:00

Hamilton Crop Circle: Growing

Please look at an informativeand inspiring Kickstarter fundrasing video (made by Zinnia Films) about the ongoing activities of the Hamilton Crop Circle.

Please spread the word, if you can!

Will's Hair Styling on Harford Road (21214)

2011-09-15T14:14:00.000-04:00

News from Will's Hair Stying

Will's Hair Styling has been in business on Harford Road for over 30 years. A long time resident & small business owner, Will Colhouer is still cutting hair at 5121 Harford Road.

Need a hair cut? Look for Will's big sign & friendly atmosphere!

Mon: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu - Fri: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sat: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Will's Hair Styling
5121 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
410-426-0142

Teen/Adult Dance Classes Continue at MCPA (Hamilton 21214)

2011-09-15T14:09:00.000-04:00

News from the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts

MCPA offers classes in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Modern for all ages. We also have one of the most respected pre-professional ballet training programs in the United States, and our graduates are performing all over the world. Come see the difference professional training can make, and let us help your child be the best dancer they can be!

Sincerely,

Mid-Atlantic Center for the Performing Arts
5543 Harford Rd
Baltimore, MD 21214
443.438.4525
http://www.midatlanticcenterfortheperformingarts.com/home

Cleanup at 4500 Harford Road (home of the Tuesday Market in Lauraville)

2011-09-15T14:02:00.003-04:00

The building at 4500 Harford Road got a bit of a facelift yesterday. Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street does not own this building, but did get permission to do some repair work to the roof. The roof has been leaking, but due to heavy rains from Hurricane Irene, the roof suffered further damage. The job is not complete, but a great deal of work was completed yesterday.

Thank you to Rich Marsiglia (Hamilton Vacuum) for spearheading this project and spending the day on the roof. Thank you to Tom Rhodes (Zeke's Coffee), John Kovacevich (LLC), Beth Dellow (Beth's DIY), Arthur Morgan (Hamilton Crop Circle) Jeff Smith (The Chameleon), Josh Marsiglia, Sue Holmes, Pam Wallace, Mike Murphy, & Nikee Ryan! Your hard work is always appreciated.

The work that was completed yesterday included some new wood on the roof, roof felt, heavy roof paper, some exterior painting, weeding, sweeping and loading two large loads of debris from the interior of the building that made it to the dump. Our next work day will include replacing damaged rain gutters, rotten wood on the north side of the building and more painting. The work date is not set, but all willing volunteers will be welcome.

Thank you to all of our great neighborhood volunteers that care to lend a hand to make things better! It makes a difference!

Regina Lansinger, Director
Hamilton Lauraville Main Street
5500 Harford Road - Suite 201
Baltimore, MD 21214
410.319.7150
410.319.7151 (fax)
www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.org

Tuesday Market is cancelled for today, September 6th.

2011-09-06T11:03:00.000-04:00

Due to the large rain clouds that show no signs of letting up, we will be cancelling the Tuesday Market in Lauraville for TODAY, SEPTEMBER 6th 2011!

We will be back in service next week! Have a wonderful rainy day!

Tuesday Zumba Class at Faith Community Church at 6:00 p.m. (Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-30T10:24:00.001-04:00

Tuesday Zumba Class at Faith Community Church: Zumba Fitness Class, Tuesday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Faith Community Church, 5315 Harford Road (entrance on Gibbons directly across from Dunkin Donuts). $7. For more information, call Amaadi Coleman, Certified Zumba Fitness Instructor, 240-706-5535

Tuesday Market in Lauraville: Hurricane Recovery

2011-08-30T10:19:00.001-04:00

Tuesday Market in Lauraville: hurricane recovery: If you are still struggling through the damage done by Hurricane Irene this weekend, we have the perfect solutions for you at the Tuesday Market, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., 4500 Harford Road.

Tuesday Zumba Class at Faith Community Church from 6:00 to 7:00

2011-08-16T13:27:00.001-04:00

Zumba, Tuesday night from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Faith Community Church, Harford Road at Gibbons (entrance on Gibbons directly across from Dunkin Donuts).

Come join the fun.

August 20 "Yard" Sale at 4323 Harford Road in Lauraville

2011-08-16T09:19:00.001-04:00

IN DOOR YARD SALE

4323 Harford Road

Lauraville, Baltimore 21214

(just a few doors from the Studio C)

August 20, 2011

11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Bluesman Bo Lozoff at the Tuesday Market in Lauraville August 16

2011-08-16T09:14:00.001-04:00

Musician Bo Lozoff will be performing at the Tuesday Market in Lauraville today from 4:00 p.m. Come join the fun at 4500 Harford Road (across from Safeway).

http://vimeo.com/20665675
http://www.keyboard-culture-experts.com/experts/bo_lozoff.htm
http://www.humankindness.org/

Tuesday Market in Lauraville
4500 Harford Road
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Vote for Blue Water Baltimore (Herring Park) Initiative "Pavement to Prairie"

2011-08-16T09:11:00.000-04:00

From Blue Water Baltimore:

August 12th, 2011 • Posted by Lisa Hansen

Blue Water Baltimore has been chosen as one of 20 finalists in Tom’s of Maine’s 50 States for Good initiative. This means we have a chance at being awarded $50,000 or $20,000 in funding to transform unused areas of asphalt into vibrant outdoor classrooms for Baltimore City school students.

The organization will apply this funding to our “Pavement to Prairie” initiative that’s already begun with one project at the Academy of College and Career Exploration in Hampden (see news at www.bluewaterbaltimore.org).

To win the prize money from Tom’s of Maine’s, we need everyone to help by VOTING DAILY! Visitwww.50statesforgood.com to vote every day until September 13th and click on Blue Water Baltimore. Then just enter the encrypted text, and your vote counts–no personal information is required!

Groupon for Chef Mac's (21214)

2011-08-11T09:10:00.000-04:00

Chef Mac's and All That Blues is offering a Groupon. There is one full day to purchase the discount through Groupon, however it doesn't expire until later. Please see the ad for the fine print and other highlights.

Chef Mac's and All That Blues
4709 Harford Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21214
(410) 319-6227

Two Harford Road businesses joined the Tuesday Market (Lauraville 21214)

2011-08-10T13:18:00.000-04:00

Two Harford Road businesses joined us at the Tuesday Market in Lauraville.

Denere Hilton is manager of Baltimore County Savings Bank, located at 4228 Harford Road. For questions regarding BCSB products, Ms Hilton can be reached at 410-254-6800. BCSB will be at the market through the first week in September.

Damera, owner of Mera Mirror Salon, located at 4917 Harford Road, stepped out of the salon to demonstrate her craft. Damera (in white shirt) is pictured with her willing customer.

Argonne Bridge Officially Opened

2011-08-10T13:05:00.002-04:00

The Argonne Bridge was officially opened at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, 8/9/11. Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake spoke with community members, cut the ribbon, then walked across the bridge with Khalil Zaied, Director of Dept of Transportation and City Councilman Robert Curran.

Pictured are (left to right) Mimi Kelly from Beverly Hills, Thomas Rhodes & son Gabe from Zeke's Coffee, Mayor Rawlings-Blake, City Councilman Bob Curran, Nicole Selhorst from Red Canoe Bookstore Cafe and Rich Marsiglia, President of HLMS and owner of Hamilton Vacuum.

Tuesday Market in Lauraville: National Farmers Market Week

2011-08-09T10:19:00.000-04:00

Tuesday Market in Lauraville: National Farmers Market Week: "Don't forget to celebrate NATIONAL FARMERS MARKET WEEK (Aug. 7th- Aug. 13th)

Reasons to love and celebrate farmers markets , espe..."

Zumba Night at Faith Community from 6 to 7 with local certified instructor, Amaadi Coleman (Hamilton 21214)

2011-08-09T10:07:00.002-04:00

Tuesday Nights from 6:00 to 7:00

Come join the Zumba class at Faith Community Chuch
5315 Harford Road

in the Lower Social Hall - entrance is on Gibbons directly across from Dunkin Donuts.
Fun, and parking, is abundant!
Instructor is certified Zumba trainer Amaadi Coleman - a mom (of three boys) and a resident of Belair Edison.

Two On-Street Murals on Harford Road in Lauraville and Hamilton (Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-05T09:33:00.003-04:00

Lauraville and Hamilton now boasts Baltimore's only on-street murals. Designed by Whitney Frazier and painted on Harford Road by many volunteers, both murals are in part supported by Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street.

Sunflower Mural in Hamilton on Harford Road at Hamilton Avenue

Fruit and Veggie Mural at the Connection Lot in Lauraville - Harford Road at Montebello Terrace (Safeway's entrance)

Video of the Lauraville on-street mural completion.

Pics from 2011 Hamilton Festival held on July 30th (Hamilton 21214)

2011-08-05T09:19:00.000-04:00

Tuesday Market Street Mural in the National Trust Main Street Newsletter

2011-08-04T16:07:00.001-04:00

Our Main Street has made it to the National Trust Main Street Center's newsletter. The newsletter highlights the on-street mural (a first in Baltimore) that Whitney Frazier designed and, with the help of 15 volunteers, painted on Harford Road at the Safeway! Whitney's video in included in the online article.

Koco's Pub - Eats and Drinks - Baltimore City Paper

2011-08-03T09:32:00.000-04:00

Read about Lauraville' s Koco's Pub in the City Paper

Koco's Pub - Eats and Drinks - Baltimore City Paper

Studio 55 Still Life Art Exhibition: August 5 (Hamilton, Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-03T09:19:00.001-04:00

Nathaniel K. Gibbs

Mary Rever

Studio 55
Contact: Mary Rever
Phone: 410-444-0022
http://www.studio55llc.com/

Studio 55 Presents a Summertime Still Life Exhibition

Baltimore, Maryland (August 2, 2011) -- Studio 55 - Art Gallery is pleased to present a selection of original artwork featuring realism in still life oil paintings that capture the dramatic use of light and color demonstrated by Baltimore artists Mary Rever and Nathaniel K. Gibbs. The exhibition also includes breathtaking visions of nature by photographer Terry Andrews, tranquil landscape scenes in pastel by Deborah Maklowski and additional works of art in various media by the gallery’s gifted Maryland artists. The opening reception is free to the public and scheduled for Friday, August 5, 2011 from 6 to 9 pm and the exhibition will continue through the month of August. For further information and directions please visit the gallery, view the website http://www.studio55llc.com/ or call 410-444-0022.

About Studio 55

Studio 55 - Art Gallery was established in 2009 by artist Mary Rever of Timonium, Maryland and is located at 5529 Harford Road in Baltimore City, an area designated as an important revitalization project. The gallery represents many talented Maryland artists with a diverse selection of artwork, including classic and traditional styles in oil, watercolor, pastel and acrylic paintings, and photography. The gallery also offers introductory and advanced art classes in charcoal drawing and painting in a variety of media. DIRECTIONS: From I 695 - Harford Road/Parkville Exit 31, 2.8 miles South inside the Beltway. Gallery is located on the left in middle of block next to Cricket, between White Avenue and Hamilton Avenue.

Argonne Bridge Ribbon Cutting August 9th

2011-08-02T14:06:00.000-04:00

The Department of Transportation invites you to join Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and Director Khalil Zaied in celebrating the completion of the Argonne Bridge. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place Tuesday, August 9th, 10:00 am at Harford Road side of the bridge. We look forward to you joining us! Please feel free to contact me to RSVP or obtain additional information. Thank you.

Jeffrey L. Fleming
Northeast Liaison
BCDOT-Planning Division
(443)984-4096 (P)
(410)396-1039 (F)
jeffrey.fleming@baltimorecity.gov

Hamilton Gallery Guest Series: Luis Alberto Rodriguez Colome

2011-08-02T14:02:00.000-04:00

The Hamilton Gallery

5502 Harford Road

Baltimore MD 21214

Guest Artist Series

Luis Alberto Rodriguez Colome

Luis Alberto Rodriguez Colome was born in Mexico City to parents fully engaged in the arts. He began to paint at age 13 as his artistic exploration and as a way to make money, but it quickly became his passion. As a young adult, Luis Alberto ventured into Europe with little in his pockets; it was his paintings that enabled him to travel around Europe, where he had the opportunity to meet new artists and learn new techniques. While in Europe, he sold many paintings and painted several murals.

Luis Alberto has exhibited in more than 200 galleries and has painted large murals for renowned hotels and businesses in Mexico City and Puerto Vallarta. His art is in high demand there among wealthy art collectors and tourists alike. In addition to painting, engraving, sculpting, carving, and serigraphy, Luis Alberto is also a gifted guitarist.

Written by Claudia Rodriguez-Hall

On exhibit until August 30, 2011

OPENING RECEPTION

Friday, August 5, 2011

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Chef Mac's and All That Blues August Music Line-up (Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-02T13:58:00.001-04:00

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Humpday Karaoke with host DJ Slammin’ Sammy

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Old School & Classic R & B

DJ Sir Goldfinger

Open dining - $10 cover charge

August 26 – Jazz Explosion - $30

Carl Filipiak, Lafayette Gilchrist & Gregory Thompkins

Sept 24 – Chef Mac’s Blues Festival

October 15 – Divas of Blues featuring

Nadine Rae, Mary Shaver & Jackie Scott

October 28 - An evening of Southern Soul & Blues with Johnny Rawls

www.chefmacs.com

Maclonza Lee

Owner/Operator

Chef Mac's and All That Blues

4709 Harford Road, Baltimore MD 21214

(410) 319.6227

maclonzalee@gmail.com

www.chefmacs.com

Hamilton Gallery: Photoshop Class begins Aug 4 (Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-02T13:55:00.001-04:00

Sewfabulous Runway Show (July 30th) at the Hamilton Gallery (Baltimore 21214)

2011-08-01T16:34:00.001-04:00

Sewing students showed outfits they made at Sewfabulous Sewing School. Sewfabulous will resume the sewing classes at the Hamilton Gallery on August 16th.

Donovan Fund Film with "Back to School" (1986) Sept 17, 2011

2011-08-01T16:27:00.001-04:00

From Chris Muldowney

Please mark your calendars for the next Donovan Film with Back to School Theme appropriately titled

“Back to School” (1986)
Saturday 9/17/11
7:00 pm at 4321 Harford Rd., Lauraville, Baltimore, MD 21214

Suggested Donation $10 with Film Discussion after facilitated by Film Professor & Filmmaker, Chris Reed. http://www.christopherllewellynreed.com/

Please call to reserve (to Chris 410-366-1980 (x271 or x 276) &/or ask about pre show dinner discounts at Chameleon Café http://thechameleoncafe.com & Koco’s Pub http://www.kocospub.com

You support makes a great difference in the lives of city seniors & is much appreciated.

Thanks and wishing all a great rest of Summer and hope to see you when it’s time to go Back to School. You may see Trivia Questions to try your luck at free tickets soon.

Chris

Chris Muldowney
Case Management Supervisor
Elder Services
Family and Children's Services of Central Maryland
4623 Falls Rd.
Baltimore, MD 21209
cmuldowney@fcsmd.org
410-366-1980x271

Traffic Advisory for July 30th on Harford Road

2011-07-26T16:14:00.001-04:00

Traffic Advisory

Hamilton Street Festival and Classic Car Show

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation would like to advise motorists of the road closures in effect for the Hamilton Street Festival and Classic Car Show which will be held on Saturday, July 30, 2011.

In preparation for the event, the following streets will be closed on Saturday, July 30, 2011 from 2:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with detours and parking restrictions in effect:

Harford Road between White and Echodale Avenues
The 2900-3000 blocks of Hamilton Avenue

Motorists traveling in this vicinity should be on the watch for pedestrians and should consider using alternate routes.

Contact:
Adrienne Barnes
Kathy Chopper
(410) 361-9296

Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street on Twitter

2011-07-26T10:18:00.000-04:00

Follow Hamilton-Lauraville Main Street on Twitter

http://twitter.com/#!/HLMS