Community News
Kweisi Mfume and Other Dignitaries Discuss ‘Maryland ’s Battle for Civil Rights’:
Former NAACP President Kweisi Mfume, WYPR Senior News Analyst C. Fraser Smith and Civil Rights Activist Rabbi Mark G. Loeb will discuss “Maryland’s Battle for Civil Rights” at the Baltimore Jewish Council’s Annual Meeting, Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 4 pm, Beth Tfiloh Congregation, 3300 Old Court Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21208. Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: Boys and Literacy by Kevin Parson:
According to research, boy readers lag behind girls in reading and literacy. According to the Progress in International Reading Literacy Study ( PIRLS ) in 2001, fourth grade girls in all of thirty plus participating countries scored higher in reading literacy than fourth grade boys by a significant amount, statistically. In the article Boys and Books, it is reported that similar findings show up in the U.S. National Assessment of Educational Progress scores ( NAEP). Read in Full >>
Alternative Journalists Sought for New Baltimore-based Website: www.Baltimore.com:
Concerned with the state of affairs at the Baltimore Sun, a group of local individuals are convening on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at ETC Canton, 2400 Boston Street in the Factory Building in its 3rd floor conference room (Baltimore, MD 21224). Read in Full >>
1st Annual Tri-County Golf Classic:
The People's Choice presents benefit golf tourney in Gorgeous Prince George's County Read in Full >>
BMORENEWS.com Announces Summer Internship Program 2009:
www.BMORENEWS.com, the news before the news, is now accepting resumes (including those from high school juniors and seniors, and undergraduate college students) for our Summer Internship Program. Those selected will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of individuals who are all extremely talented in their respective fields, including writing, radio and TV production, the Internet, editing, talent, photography and videography.
Do take advantage of this unique opportunity to work with a premiere leader in the world of journalism. If you want to be a part of the BMORENEWS.com experience, send your resume to dmg@bmorenews.com or mail to BMORENEWS.com, Icetech Village, 940 West North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217.
*The deadline for receiving resumes is Tuesday, May 26, 2009. The internship program, geared for students in Maryland and Washington, DC, begins Tuesday, June 23, 2009.
It's A Decade Now for BMORENEWS' Doni Glover on WOLB 1010 AM in Baltimore!:
"Empower Hour", a news talk radio show that is featured every Tuesday on WOLB 1010 AM in Baltimore with BMORENEWS publisher Doni Glover, is in the midst of its 10th year of service.
Today's show will feature Associated Black Charities of MD Pres. & CEO Diane Bell-McKoy, Brian Smedley of the Joint Center in DC, and the New Baltimore Hilton's Matthew Dykstra.
TGR: 1st "Woman Power" Is A Success: BMORENEWS.com Event Touches NW Baltimore County ... And Beyond!:
BMORENEWS.com’s first “Woman Power” event of the year was held at XSCAPE Hair Studio at 9419 Common Brook Rd. in Owings Mills, MD on Monday. The theme was "Health, Wealth, Beauty and Community". Read in Full >>
Historic Arabbers Sunday Market Begins May 3rd at Legends Park:
Fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables will be available for sale beginning this Sunday, May 3rd, from 9 am to 3 pm at the newly renovated Legends Park - located just opposite The Avenue Market at Fremont Avenue and Laurens Street.
The Arabbers Sunday Market will also offer fresh cut flowers, herbs and spices, an international food court, and an arts and crafts market.
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This Day in History: Victorine Q. Adams, The Author of "Woman Power":
Victorine Q. Adams
April 28, 1912 - January 08, 2006
Victorine Quille Adams, daughter of the late Joseph C. Quille and Estelle Tate, was born on April 28, 1912 in Baltimore, Maryland. Following a beautiful and glorious sunrise, Victorine peacefully departed this life on Sunday, January 8, 2006.
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Buying Into Baltimore 2009: Get $3,000 Toward Your Dream Home in Baltimore:
On Saturday, May 9, 2009 from 9 am to 2 pm at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute High School, 1400 West Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD 21209. FMI, call 410.637.3750 or visit www.LiveBaltimore.com.
This is a FREE event!
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Civic Frame Hosts Film Festival at Reginald Lewis Museum:
April Yvonne Garrett's Civic Frame presents "Shades of Freedom" this weekend at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of African American Heritage and Culture Read in Full >>
Druid Heights CDC and State Farm Launch Baker’s View and Gateway Housing Development Projects:
Yesterday morning, for instance, the Druid Heights CDC held a press conference to discuss their latest initiative. Now under the leadership of 17-year community development guru Kelly Little, this Historic West Baltimore community is now on-point as a national model. The CDC officially launched the Baker’s View and Gateway Housing Development Projects that will bring approximately 31 new and affordable townhomes into the community along with 15 rehabs. State Farm Insurance, a strategic partner in this effort, helped with financing by making a $9.7 million loan.
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"Woman Power" is Back: Monday, April 27, 2009 (6 - 8 pm) at XSCAPE Hair Studio, Owings Mills:
www.bmorenews.com presents ... "Joyfully Empowering Women at Every Level": That's the theme for 2009's first "Woman Power" networking event, brought to you, in-part, by XSCAPE Hair Studio of Owings Mills. The purpose of this event is to provide information and resources to area women - covering a gamut of areas, including health, beauty, finances, community and business.
Free makeovers will be offered.
FMI or to RSVP, call 443.858.2684 or email: doni@bmorenews.com.
Read in Full >>ARRESTED ROGUE COP DOTSON PULLED WEAPON ON BUSINESS MAN HOURS BEFORE ATTEMPTED MURDER INCIDENT:
A Baltimore entrepreneur’s claims are confirmed about Officers Dotson and Fontaine Smallwood after Baltimore City Police decided to criminally charged Officer Patrick Dotson with attempted murder and assault. On March 8, 2009, just eight (8) hours before Officer Dotson opened fire on an innocent man’s vehicle, Dotson placed his service weapon at Raymond Nelson’s head and forced him from his establishment on Pennsylvania Avenue. Read in Full >>
