Aerial Theater and Panel Discussion About Aging and Elder Care: Neighbor Mara Neimanis
January 31, 2012 – 9:03 am | No Comment

While I can hardly imagine having the skill or strength to fly through the air, Mount Washington neighbor Mara Neimanis has not only these qualities, but many more. Mara’s upcoming shows at the Creative Alliance …

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Daffodils in May – Late Bloomers – Fading Glory
May 13, 2010 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Daffodils in May – Late Bloomers – Fading Glory

Nothing heralds spring more loudly than the trumpets of early daffodil varieties, which make the world sing with yellow before fading away to make way for the full symphony of pinks and purples of the …

Eco-Friendly Renovations Part 3 – Arden Road
May 11, 2010 – 9:22 pm | No Comment
Eco-Friendly Renovations Part 3 – Arden Road

This is the third in a series of articles about green building and renovating in Mount Washington.  The articles were all written by Polly Bart, a PhD who has been working as a builder for …

Garden Dedication and Book Signing at Clayworks
May 4, 2010 – 10:14 pm | No Comment
Garden Dedication and Book Signing at Clayworks

On May 18th there will be a garden dedication and book signing at Baltimore Clayworks in the Village.  The community is invited to help dedicate the new TKF Nurturing Nature Garden and tile benches with …

May Events!! (starting with lots tomorrow)
April 30, 2010 – 11:18 pm | No Comment
May Events!! (starting with lots tomorrow)

There are so many May events in and around Mount Washington that we have been hearing about these last few weeks.  Some of them have been featured on the Mount Washington Post already, but many …

Volunteer Opportunities at Great Kids Farm – Orientation on Saturday May 15th
April 28, 2010 – 10:30 pm | No Comment
Volunteer Opportunities at Great Kids Farm – Orientation on Saturday May 15th

Thank you to Cecilia Meisner for sending along information about this great volunteer opportunity.  Great Kids Farm, which is owned and run by the Baltimore City School System, is looking for volunteers in a variety …

Cylburn Grand Opening and Cylburn Market Day – May 1st and 8th
April 24, 2010 – 8:48 pm | No Comment
Cylburn Grand Opening and Cylburn Market Day – May 1st and 8th

Our nearby Cylburn Arboretum has had a complete makeover and is ready to show off!  The new Cylburn is open and available to visitors daily from 8 am to 5 pm.  They are also going …

For Some Fruits and Veggies, Organic Does Matter; Use a Cheat Sheet!
April 22, 2010 – 9:30 pm | No Comment
For Some Fruits and Veggies, Organic Does Matter; Use a Cheat Sheet!

According to a study by D.C.-based nonprofit the Environmental Working Group, we can reduce our pesticide intake by 80% by changing our buying habits for just a few foods — foods they call the “Dirty …

South Mountain Creamery Festival – April 24th and 25th
April 20, 2010 – 9:40 pm | No Comment
South Mountain Creamery Festival – April 24th and 25th

I know that lots of Mount Washington residents may have seen South Mountain Creamery’s trucks driving through our neighborhood or have experienced their wonderful fresh milk, yogurts (my personal favorite!!), cheeses and meats at the …

Baltimore EcoFest Saturday to Kick Off Baltimore Green Week, Electronics Recycling, and Free Coffee tomorrow
April 14, 2010 – 9:18 pm | No Comment
Baltimore EcoFest Saturday to Kick Off Baltimore Green Week, Electronics Recycling, and Free Coffee tomorrow

If you are interested in the sustainability, want to learn about being more environmentally friendly or just want to have a good time, check out the 7th annual EcoFest this Saturday April 17th from Noon …

Remember Your Roses When Forsythia Blooms
April 12, 2010 – 7:30 am | 2 Comments
Remember Your Roses When Forsythia Blooms

Enjoy the first article in our new Gardening Series by neighbor Elizabeth Hopkins.  - SK
Driving along Western Run this week with its big bursts of yellow forsythia bushes blooming along its bank, I was reminded …