Tour du Greater Homewood on August 2

Before heading out to the Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade, why not start the morning with the Tour du Greater Homewood? This relaxed bike ride through north central Baltimore is a great way to get ready for the Baltimore Bike Pageant, which is part of the parade this year.

To participate, just meet the group on Saturday, August 2 at 9:30 a.m. at the Roland Park water tower (Roland Avenue and University Parkway). The route will wind through Hampden, Remington, Station North, Waverly, and Ednor Gardens before ending at 35th and Greenmount in time for the start of the parade. Free t-shirts for everyone who rides!

For more information, please contact Laura Kindseth at lkindseth@greaterhomewood.org or 410-258-6295.

* All riders are expected to wear a helmet! *

Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 2 at 11 a.m. and the 3rd annual Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade!

The parade begins at 11 a.m. and proceeds along Greenmount Avenue between 35th and 29th Streets. This is a can't-miss neighborhood event with plenty of music, step groups, and special guests like McGruff the Crime Dog.

This year, there are two new ways that you can be part of parade:

The Best Pet Yet Parade

Got a dog who can skateboard? A fabulous feline? An incredible iguana? Enter them for the Best Pet Yet Parade. Judging and prizes will follow at the end of the parade route. Prizes are sponsored by the Baltimore Dog Bakery and Pretentious Pooch.

Baltimore Bike Pageant

Sign up to ride your bicycle in the parade and compete for awesome cycling-related prizes like a helmet, pumps, and a free registration for the Tour du Port! Prizes are sponsored by One Less Car, Proteus Bicycles, Light Street Cycles, and REI.

To register for the Best Pet Yet Parade and the Baltimore Bike Pageant, please contact Laura Kindseth at 410-258-6295 or lkindseth@greaterhomewood.org.

The 3rd Annual Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade is sponsored by Waverly Main Street, Greater Homewood Community Corporation, Union Memorial Hospital, Johns Hopkins University, and Target.

See you at the parade! And afterwards, stop by the community-built playground behind the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg YMCA (East 33rd Street and Ellerslie Avenue). It's open for everyone!

Baltimore Bike Pageant!

Do you love your bicycle?

Whether you're a cool commuter, mighty mountain biker, or still on training wheels, you're invited to enter the Baltimore Bike Pageant!

The Baltimore Bike Pageant is part of the Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade. The parade will be held on Saturday, August 2 at 11 a.m. and goes along Greenmount Avenue between 35th and 29th Streets. The parade is always a great way to meet your neighbors, make some new furry friends during the pet parade, and show Baltimore how much you love your bike in the Bike Pageant!

To participate, just register to ride in the parade by contacting Laura Kindseth at 410-258-6295 or lkindseth@greaterhomewood.org. The judging and prizes will take place at the end of the parade route.

The Waverly Village National Night Out Kick-Off Parade anticipates National Night Out on August 5, a celebration of community partnerships with law enforcement.

Waverly Farmers Market Reminder

Please keep in mind that pets are no longer permitted to accompany you to the Waverly Farmers Market. This is in accordance with a state ordinance prohibiting live animals from any place that serves food. Copies of the ordinance are available at the market for your review.

Open Houses for Charles Street Trolley

The Charles Street Development Corporation (CSDC) is hosting two Open Houses this June about a proposed trolley line that would run along Charles Street between University Parkway and the Inner Harbor.

Residents and businesses are invited to stop by the Open Houses any time between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. to hear from the trolley project’s four working groups, which cover Finance and Governance, Design and Engineering, Ridership and Service, and Communications.

The first Open House will be held on Thursday, June 12 at the Cathedral of the Incarnation at 4 East University Parkway. If you are unable to attend that date, an additional Open House will be held on Monday, June 23 at The Belvedere (1 East Chase Street). For more information on the trolley, visit www.charlesstreet.org/trolley.

Architectural Treasure Hunt

Waverly is home to some of Baltimore's most beautiful architecture, and since May is Historic Preservation Month, it's time to celebrate!

Waverly Main Street is holding an architectural treasure hunt photo contest this month. Take a close look at the photos below, match them to their business or address on the form that follows, and return the form to the Waverly Main Street office by June 1. The winner will receive a book on Baltimore architecture donated by Johns Hopkins University Press. He or she will also receive one ticket to a “Behind the Scenes Tour” of historic Baltimore offered monthly by Baltimore Heritage, Inc. The winner can reserve a space on any tour offered in 2008.

Good luck!

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Moms on Main Street!

Find the perfect gift for Mom on Waverly Main Street this year!

"Moms on Main Street" is a Mother's Day event that will take place on Saturday, May 10 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. featuring:

Mother's Day Arts and Crafts
Sidewalk Sale
Prizes

Mother/Daughter Crème Tea

The Mother and Daughter Crème Tea will take place at the Thir-tea First Street Cafe & Tearoom at 414 East 31st St. To make reservations or to inquire about this event, please call(410) - 889 - 7112.

Look for the tent at 32nd Street and Greenmount Avenue on May 10 and join the fun!