Walthersonian Newsletter March 2015

WALTHERSON IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION

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BALTIMORE, MD 21214

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WALTHERSON MEETS QUARTERLY; THERE IS NO MEETING IN MARCH NEXT WALTHERSON IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION QUARTERLY MEETING

When: Tuesday, May 5th, 2015 @ 7:30 PM

Where: Harbel (5807 Harford Road)

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March 2015

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The Walthersonian March 2015

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Presidents Letter Walking into the room & seeing it packed with Walthersonians at the February quarterly meeting was

thrilling! Im glad we had the speakers that brought you out to hear about the water bills and also the

upcoming new businesses next to Bi Rite Grocery on Belair Rd. It seems our bills keep going up and

having Vince Pompa from Public Water Works explain it reassured me that our bill wasnt a mistake. He

advised that we were all getting new meters but will have sufficient notice when each persons will be

installed. This will assure accuracy in the billing/usage process. He is willing to discuss any possible

billing mistakes. If you feel your bill is wrong, you may contact him at 410-396-9504.

Im also excited for the owners of Bi Rite Grocery & the new businesses they are having built next to the

store: Dunkin Donuts, PNC Bank, & a Dollar Tree. While they looked at many businesses, getting the

desired business wasnt easy. For example, they agreed it would be nice to have Panara Bread, but

these businesses didnt find this a desirable place for their time & money. Also, bank lenders were

limited to what they would approve. We took a vote to accept the construction (vote needed for the

drive-thru on the Dunkin Donuts), which passed. Construction will hopefully be complete in August

2015.

We welcomed Ronisha Moore back on the WIA Board with a unanimous vote for 2nd Vice President. We

announced an opening for Member at Large & believe we have a long-time member who is interested.

Then, Rob & I were honored to be invited to a Community Leaders Round Table event, sponsored by

Healthy Neighborhoods in which the leaders of the surrounding areas came together to discuss various

topics. Unfortunately, only half of the expected leaders were in attendance, however it didnt stop us

from benefiting from the discussions at hand. We had several speakers, shared ideas, discussed

situations, businesses, housing, increasing membership, helping the elderly, etc. We learned more of

how Healthy Neighborhoods & Hamilton Mainstreet contribute to our areas & how we work together

with other neighborhoods to make it one vision for a great community. We benefited so much from

this that we decided to meet quarterly. The next gathering will be in May.

Again, I hope you are staying warm & have checked on your neighbors. Also remember that animals can

freeze outside, so please be mindful when you let your pets out & only allow them to be out for short

periods. Remember to clear your sidewalks; it is the law. Anyone walking on your sidewalk who slips

can find you legally liable. So, if you cannot do it yourself, please ask for help. If you have an elderly

person next to you, please be kind & shovel for them. Someday, the tables may turn & you may be in

need.

Spring is only a few weeks away! Have faith; warmer days are a comin!


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IN AND AROUND WALTHERSON Upcoming Neighborhood Events:

March

6th First Friday Art Crawl o Hamilton Gallery 5502 Harford Road o Hamilton Bakery, 5414 Harford; 5-9 http://www.hamiltonbakery.com/events-and-

specials/ (free cupcakes!)

o Mutt Mart Yappy Hour. Bring your dog for a free treat! 2904 Hamilton Ave. o Creative Arts of Maryland 5424 Harford Road

https://www.facebook.com/creativeartsofmd o 4300 block of Harford Road and the Market Connection Space September 5th, 6-

9 pm. Food, Wine, Shopping at the The Gift Cellar and Market Connection, Art Openings, "side-walk snips" a la the The Chop Shop!

o Charmed Life Gallery, 4505 Harford; o Additional details http://www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.blogspot.com/

9th Meeting to discuss proposed new entrance to Herring Run Park. o 7pm @ Ray of Hope Baptist Church 3000 Parkside Drive

14th 9am-4pm -Third Annual Factory Tour at Wochenfuss Candies (6831 Harford Rd)

Housing Updates 3100 Rueckert Ave 3100 Rueckert Ave has been a blighted concern in Waltherson for over 4 years now. The property has been going through

the receivership process for some time with no visible progress towards remediation of our concerns. Representatives from the Waltherson

Improvement Association and Hamilton-Lauraville Healthy Neighbors attended a court hearing on the morning of March 3rd and we are thrilled to report that the stay has been lifted on the property so it can be auctioned and renovated in the near future.

3502 Echodale Ave The attorney for Baltimore Housing tells us that he got the bank to enter an

agreement to rehab the property, and [they] were given until March to complete it. We will have another update next month.

http://www.hamiltonbakery.com/events-and-specials/http://www.hamiltonbakery.com/events-and-specials/https://www.facebook.com/creativeartsofmdhttps://www.facebook.com/TheGiftCellarhttps://www.facebook.com/BmoreChopShophttp://www.hamiltonlauravillemainstreet.blogspot.com/


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At the Pratt Films:

Guardians of the Galaxy Monday, March 9 @ 4 PM Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Saturday, March 14 @ 1 PM Maleficent Monday, March 23 @ 4 PM Million Dollar Arm Saturday, April 11 @ 1 PM

Book Discussions:

Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout - Thurs., March 19 @ 6 PM The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shafer and Annie Barrows April 16 @ 6

PM. Programs for Adults

Expungement Workshop Thursday, March 5 @ 6 PM o Learn about the expungement process. Presented by Mark Matthews for Clean Slate America.

Urban Farming Fair Thursday, March 26 @ 7:45 PM o Learn about Urban Farming in Baltimore City. Meet and discuss what is happening where with

people doing it. Check what is legal. Learn what others are doing. Explore your next step. Programs for Children:

Lego Club - Mondays @ 3 PM o Ages 5-12 - Build and create with Legos

Board Games for Kids Thursdays @ 3 PM Mother Goose Baby Steps Wednesdays @ 10 AM Preschool Leaps Wednesdays @ 11 AM Junior Maker Space Wednesdays @ 3 PM

o Ages 7-12 - A place for creation, innovation, and collaboration Minecraft Thursdays @ 3:30 PM

o Ages 5-12 Play Minecraft with Friends Family Story Time Saturday, March 14 @ 10 AM National Popcorn Day Thursday, March 11 @ 3 PM Butterfl ies Thursday, March 26 @ 3 PM

o Ages 7-12 Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and make a butterfly craft. Yay! Jelly Beans Thursday, April 23 @ 3 PM

o Ages 5-12. Guess the number of jelly beans in a jar and make a jelly bea n treat. Just for Teens

Makerspace Mondays @ 6 PM o A place for creation, innovation, and collaboration

Paper Beads Monday 3/2 @ 6 PM o Learn how to make light weight, eco friendly, handmade, recycled paper beads.

Teen Game Day Wednesdays @ 3:30 PM o Play your favorite board games

Wii Wednesdays Wednesday February 18 @ 3:30 PM T-Shirt Pillows Upgrade Monday, April 6 @ 6 PM

o Recycle your old tees into decorative throw pillows


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New Business Spotlight

Hamiltone Music 3015 Hamilton Ave The Hamiltones are open for business. The business partners are James, Steve and Andrew. They will be teaching guitar lessons, repairing guitars

and operating a small retail.

Los Amigos 5506 Harford Road Under new Management - from Los Amigos Facebook Page:

As many of you already know, Los Amigos is under new ownership. While you can expect some

changes, our commitment to provide excellent customer service and delicious Mexican/Tex -

Mex food to the greater Hamilton/Lauraville community remains as strong as ever! We deeply

value our customers' input and welcome any feedback to make this transition as smooth as

possible and ensure future success. Stop in and see us soon!

The Music Box The Music Box - Maia Ter Ellst has opened a small 'one room schoolhouse' for

music lessons. Ms Ter Ellst has over 20 years experience in providing lessons. She will offer

instruction for voice, harp, piano and violin. She may add guitar. Ms Ter Ellst is now open for

business. For more information about lesson, please call 443.303.7345.

Four Hour Day 4305 Harford Road - Gabe Sinclair will host a grand opening soon (don't have

a date yet) for his new guitar business. Gabe will make guitars on site and teach lessons. Gabe

has beautifully restored his building and hopes that his business will become a 'music hub' in

Lauraville. He is thrilled to be part of the business community.

Tanners Pickles 4311 Harford Road (coming soon) A pickle factory with a retail storefront.

http://tannerspickles.com/

Mutt Mart 2904 Hamilton Ave - a pet supplies store and a resource for new pet owners in need of advice with nutrition, training, and the general care of their pet. We offer a carefully selected variety of natural and healthy food and treats for your pet, as well as all other supplies you may need including collars, beds, toys, grooming supplies and more. In addition to new

supplies, we also carry a wide variety of gently used pet supplies. Mutt Mart opened in November at 2904 Hamilton Ave across from Harvest Fare. http://www.muttmartbaltimore.com/

Thursday & Friday 11am - 7pm Saturday & Sunday 11am - 5pm

2 faces & Fayes Closet 4917 Harford Road - A new shoe store located across from 7-11 just south of Ailsa Ave.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Los-Amigos/1415853515382109tel:443.303.7345http://tannerspickles.com/http://www.muttmartbaltimore.com/


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Herb & Soul Express - 5429 Harford Road Our Lauraville/Hamilton eatery will feature our spin on Southern Fusion Pizza, Po' Boys, Fry Bread Tacos and more. Many of you have come to

know us via our Herb & Soul Gastro Cafe flagship restaurant located in Parkville, MD or by visiting our stand faithfully every Sunday down at the Baltimore Farmer's Market. We now have an Express (Delivery & Carryout) location located at 5429 Harford Rd (Formerly Cosmos)

Baltimore, MD 21214. Though an express location, rest assured that patrons will still receive the fare, quality, and outstanding customer service that we've shown throughout the years at our other locations! http://www.herbandsoul.net/hs-express.html

Bi Rite / Koons Lot Expansion & Development

The owners of Bi-Rite north of us in the 5900 block of Belair Road are planning a development project on the newly acquired Koons Lot on their northern border. The development plans to include a PNC Bank, Dollar Tree, and Dunkin Donuts with the PNC Bank and Dunkin Donuts each

including a drive thru. At our last community meeting Waltherson voted to join Glenham-Belhar and Cedonia in supporting this development on Belair Road.

Below is a picture of the plans for the development. The dunkin Donuts would be to the right of the Dollar Tree. At our meeting they expressed a goal of delivering the building to the tenants in August 2015.

http://www.herbandsoul.net/hs-express.html


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First Friday March 6th Hamilton Gallery - The 10th Student Art Show opens at the Hamilton Gallery, 5502 Harford Road. Stop by to applaud the efforts of the local school students from Hamilton Elementary Middle, City Neighbors Charter, City Neighbors Hamilton, City Neighbors High School, St. Francis of Assisi and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle. Hamilton Bakery Free Cupcakes! Red Canoe & Gift Celler

Mutt Mart Make our happy hour YAPPY and please bring your dogs! Special treats available for your 4-legged friends.


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Charmed Life -

Waltherson press for our homes Wow! Last month we reported that RedFin predicted that Waltherson would be one of the top 5 neighborhoods in the Baltimore Metro Area for home sales in 2015. This month, on March 2nd, we had a home in our neighborhood showcased on HGTVs House Hunters. The episode of House Hunters describes the house as being in Lauraville and has a brief scene at the end of the episode filmed at the Red Canoe. We are thrilled to have so much positive press for the real estate in the neighborhood.

Hamilton Taverns Crosstown Burger listed as top burger in Maryland According to the website Thrillist, the Crosstown Burger at Hamilton Tavern is the best burger in Maryland! http://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/the-best-burger-in-every-state-in-america

http://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/the-best-burger-in-every-state-in-america


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Proposed new Entrance for Herring Run Park

Department of Recreation and Parks has a preliminary design for a new entrance to Hall Springs, Herring Run Park. Their goal is to have a new entrance into the Park for visitors because the current entrance will be used by construction vehicles during the Harford Road Bridge Project.

Please familiarize yourself with these drawings. Share your comments with Friends of Herring Run Parks at [email protected] as well as with Will Andersen, Design Planner II, Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks, Office of Capital Development, [email protected].

Friends of Herring Run Parks wishes to extend an invitation to a community meeting to discuss the

proposed new entrance to Hall Springs, Herring Run Park.

As many of you are aware Rec and Parks (BCRP) has prepared a concept plan to install a new drive entrance for Hall Springs. Please come to attend the first community meeting to discuss some of the assumptions on which Recreation and Parks based the concept plan.

Rec and Parks welcomes the community to this meeting and they are ready to listen to your ideas, comments and suggestions!

Hall Springs, Herring Run Park Proposed New Entrance Meeting Monday, March 9, 2015

Ray of Hope Baptist Church 3000 Parkside Drive, 21214

basement entrance 7 p.m. 8:30 p.m.

Hope to see you there! Please let your friends and neighbors know about this opportunity. The information above comes from the friends of Herring Run Park website:

http://thefhrp.org/march-9-at-7pm-community-meeting-to-discuss-proposed-new-entrance-to-hall-springs-herring-run-park/

http://thefhrp.org/proposed-new-entrance-to-herring-run-park/

mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://thefhrp.org/march-9-at-7pm-community-meeting-to-discuss-proposed-new-entrance-to-hall-springs-herring-run-park/http://thefhrp.org/march-9-at-7pm-community-meeting-to-discuss-proposed-new-entrance-to-hall-springs-herring-run-park/http://thefhrp.org/proposed-new-entrance-to-herring-run-park/


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Styrofoam / Polystyrene Recycling

If you want to recycle Styrofoam but cannot make it to the sanitation yard, Waltherson member Louise Harmony has offered to drop it off. Please get in touch with Robert Walshe at a meeting or by e-mailing us at [email protected] if you are interested. You can also leave

a message for us on Facebook or tweet us @WalthersonAssoc. Note: CHECK THE BOTTOM OF THE CONTAINER FOR A NUMBER 6. Only number 6 items are accepted. No peanuts or packing material.

Upcoming Traffic/Roadwork Projects

DOT updates:

New Stop Signs DOT will be installing Stop signs at the following intersections o Woodlea Ave at Eugene Ave

o Ailsa Ave at Arabia Ave

The reconfiguration of Frankford intersections at Hamilton Ave & Corse Ave have been postponed due to funding issues. They anticipate installation in Summer of 2015.

Early 2016

Harford Road Herring Run Bridge Reconstruction begins o Harford Road will be closed at Herring Run for two years during reconstruction

NECOP Northeast Citizens on Patrol

In Northeast Baltimore we have a district wide Citizens on Patrol program called NECOP. The reasoning behind the COP program is that regular neighborhood patrols can make criminals feel uncomfortable and drive them out of our neighborhood. Participants meet at the Northeast

Police station at 1900 Argonne Drive near Morgan State and get a walkie talkie to keep them in contact with the Police and then proceed to patrol their neighborhoods in their cars. Patrols normally go out each Thursday and Friday from about 7:30 - 10:30. For anyone interested in

the Citizens on Patrol program, please contact Rob at [email protected].

mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Proud Member of:

WIA Volunteers

Officers:

President 1st Vice President

2nd Vice President

Secretary Treasurer Parliamentarian Sergeant at Arms

At-Large Member

Helene Quinn

Frank Will iams

Ronisha Moore

Rob Walshe

Sue Kessel Lisa Hom Francis Beane

Standing Committees and Representatives:

Housing Traffic Schools & Child Advocacy

Harford Road CRP Rep.

Garden Sign & Projects

Digital Outreach &

Communications

Police Liaison / NECOP

Chairman Robert Walshe, Sue Kessel, Helene Quinn, Frank Williams

Terrye Muratore

Vacant Main: Sue Kessel Alt: Rob Walshe

Ron Derr Robert Walshe Vacant

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