Hello, everyone. Just a note to let you know what's happening in September.

9/2 - Clean-Up. It's been a long hot summer, more people in the park and too much trash. We'll have a big clean-up day Saturday, September 2. If you're in town, come by between 8:00 and noon. Many hands make light work - we really need you!

9/9 - Rally in the Alley. Come out for free hotdogs and beer and a chance to meet and talk with our local representatives George Della, Peter Hammen, Carolyn Krysiak, and Brian McHale. Saturday, September 9, 1:00 to 3:00 in the alley next to St. Mary star of the Sea church.

9/10 - The last concert of the summer. Don't miss this last musical event. Sunday, September 10, in the park, 6:00 'til dark (notice the earlier start, as the days are now shorter). Music by The Big Red Ts.

9/19 - FORP Meetings Resume. We will start meeting again, on the third Tuesdays of the month, to plan for next year's activities. Join us at Captain Larry's (Tuesdays are non-smoking nights, so bring the kids!), 7:00.

Hope to see you at all events.

Mary

Hi, everyone.
Just a reminder that the first concert is THIS SUNDAY!!! 6:30 in the park.

The Big Red Ts will be playing 80s and 90 covers, and Little Havana will have light fare and beverages for sale.

We will have a cake table and a 50/50 raffle. If you can bring a dessert for the table (between 6:00 and 6:30), we will be grateful.

Mary

Hi, Everyone.

Just a reminder that the May FORP meeting is next Tuesday, 5/16, 7:00.

We will discuss the summer concerts. If you're interested in helping with planning, advertising, or sponsorship, please contact Mary at braman@ncqa.org

Also, I got this note from a RAG neighbor; it's worth passing on:

"Two times, in our neighborhood, I've been approached by a fairly-well dressed white male, mid 30's, 5'11'', with sandy brown hair. He says he locked himself out of his house and his buddy in Dundalk has a key; can
he use my cell or house phone. When I said no, he asked for a ride to Dundalk or for money. My first encounter was outside my house around 10:30 pm. He had walked past me, then turned around and came up behind
me. The second time, he came to my church and was wandering around inside. I don't know if the guy is dangerous but he stands very close when speaking and gives no personal space."

He may not be dangerous, but be aware; now that spring is here, there are a lot more people walking around the neighborhood.

Mary

Just a reminder that Saturday is clean-up day. I know there are a million other things we'd all rather be doing, so if you can donate just an hour or two it would really help.

We'll concentrate on trimming the shrubs at the Riverside entrance and around the red house. (Of course, there's always trash pick-up, which can be done anytime!)

I'll be at the gazebo at 8:00 and leaving at 10:00. Hope you to see you there.

Mary

Just a quick reminder that the FORP meeting is tomorrow: 7:00 @ 1505
Riverside Ave.





Agenda:



1. Summer concerts
2. Sign update
3. Saturday clean-up



See you there.

Saturday is the fist one in March, so it's clean-up day. Because it's
cold and the ground is frozen, this month, we'll just pick up trash. For
trash bags, come to the red brick building between 8:00 and 9:00.

Hello, everyone.

Don't forget, Saturday is a clean-up day. We're going to trim some trees and rip out the shrubs at the Covington/Heath entrance in preparation
for planting a new garden in the spring. I've ordered a dumpster for all the debris, so bring your gloves and lots of energy. We'll be there from 8:00 to noon.


PS. We can go to Salem's Winter Wonderland for a great lunch after all the work is finished!


Mary Braman

It’s Riverside clean-up day on Saturday. If you can spare some time, come help with some park activities:

3 strong guys needed to lift the concrete footers from the old sign into the dumpster across the street.
2 strong guys needed to help pour concrete for the new sign.
4 patient people needed to stain the new picnic tables in the playground.
1 bored person to reattach some of the dog-bag-boxes.
Anyone who’s interested needed to trim some shrubs.

I’ll be there from 8:00 until 11:00. Give an hour, two, or 3 minutes. Hope to see you then.

We have two exciting events coming up in Riverside Park. Start cleaning out your closets for the 3rd annual Riverside Park Flea Market to support improvements in our park. The market will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm; your $10 donation reserves a space along the Covington Street walkways. Rain or shine, bring your own table, chair, and blanket. For more information, or to make a donation, contact Sandy: 443.253.3814. And don’t forget all the work involved in spending the $5,000 grant from the Baltimore Community Foundation. This grant will put a new garden and sign at Randall & Covington. Mark your calendars for any or all of 3 Saturdays: 9/17, 9/24, & 10/1; work to start at 8:00 a.m. each Saturday. As always, you can get answers to your park questions from me at 410?468?0498 or braman@ncqa.org. See you in the park. Mary

FRIENDS OF RIVERSIDE PARK FALL RAFFLE - A raffle will be held in conjunction with the flea market. The local businesses who have donated prizes along with the prizes are listed below. Raffle Tickets are available at Federal Hill Curves, Clip Art Hair Design, Hourglass Cleaners, and at the RAG meeting on Monday, September 26th. Tickets are $1 each or 6 tickets for $5. Please support the businesses that support the Park!

Funk Box – 4 tickets & T-shirt
Federal Hill Curves – 2 month gift membership
Gilded Peach - $50 gift certificate
Phillip Michael Studio – One free hair cut with Phillip
Phillip Michael Studio – One free hair cut with Erin
Phillip Michael Studio – One free hair cut with Ashleigh
Federal Hill Tax Service - $50 gift certificate
Four Seasons – One free haircut with Joanne Turner
Four Seasons – One free haircut with Laura Lee Dillon
Four Seasons – One free haircut with Kim Manchester
Four Seasons – One free hair cut with Michelle Harshman
Four Seasons – One free haircut with Kim Manchester
Clip Art Hair Design – Cut and blow dry with Liz Gamble
Clip Art Hair Design – Cut and blow dry with Kristyn Wink
Clip Art Hair Design – Cut and blow dry with Jamie Lee
Clip Art Hair Design – Cut and blow dry with Jamie Bradey
Ladybugs and Fireflies – (2) Gift Baskets
Studio 921 Salon & Day Spa - $25 Gift Certificate
Sobo Café – (2) $25 Gift Certificates
Laundry Mutt – $25 Gift Certificate
Fenwick Meats - $25 Gift Certificate
Earl’s Beauty Inn – One Shampoo, Haircut & Set
Zelda Zen - $25 Gift Certificate
Hourglass Cleaner – (5) $20 Gift Certificates
Mother’s Grill - $20 Gift Certificate & T-shirt
The Olde Malt Shop - $15 Gift Certificate
Beach Bums Ice Cream – (2) $10 Gift Certificates
Big Jim’s Deli – (2) $10 Gift Certificates
Rallo’s Restaurant – (2) $10 Gift Certificates
Regi’s - $50 Gift Certificate
Alease’s – One Spa Peticure
Sun Trust – Gift Package
Trattoria Annamaria Italian Deli & Grocery – Gift Basket

Join us on October 15th from 8:00am to 1:00pm for our 3rd annual flea market to benefit the park. Come out and meet your neighbors and be part of a great cause - your local park! For more information contact Sandy (443) 253 3814.

$10 (cash or check payable to Friends of Riverside Park) donations secures you a space along the Covington Street walkway rain or shine. You must provide your own table/blanket/chair, etc. and agree to take your leftovers. You may set up starting at 7:00 am and clean up by 1:30pm.

You can download an application from here