Upcoming events at Go NorthWest!!

Come out and support the Green Street Academy Youth!!

EVCA April 2013 Newsletter!

Activate Your Inner Citizen University! 4/13

MECU Neighborhood Event Grants!!

March 5th Meeting Cancelled

Due to inclement weather, we will not be having out March 2013 meeting tonight. Thank you, and please be safe!!

-Your Edmondson Village Community Association staff

Upcoming Community Events!!

Central Church of Christ

Johns Hopkins Center to Reduce Cancer Disparities will be hosting an info session Tuesday, March 12th, 2013 at Noon.

If you are African-American, between 65-74 years of age, and live in Baltimore City you are invited to come out and learn more about the study! Program participants receive gift cards totaling $60. Call Theron Scott at 410-807-6429 for more information.

Hunting Ridge Presbyterian (4640 Edmondson Ave)

Red Cross Blood Drive from 12 to 4 pm on Sunday, March 10. And at 4 pm  an information session on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) with information about getting insurance under this act. Anyone is welcome!

Amy Singewald Nathan on Sunday March 17 at 7 pm. Her book, Round and Round Together, is about the integration of Gwynn Oak Amusement Park. Refreshments provided.

EVCA February/March 2013 Newsletter!

EVCA December Newsletter 2012

EVCA November Newsletter 2012

EVCA Voter Registration Drive!

On October 13th, members from the Association teamed up with members of the B.E.S.T. Democratic Club to do voter registration throughout the community.

We knocked on doors and had a table set up at the local Giant supermarket to get our neighbors ready to vote in November!

Remember...Early Voting starts Saturday, 10/27 at Edmondson-Westside High School!

EVCA October 2012 Newsletter

In case you missed it: 9/14/12 Meeting Recap

First I want to say Thank You to everyone that attended our first meeting. Our membership is picking up! Please spread the word. We are stronger in numbers. Please invite your neighbors. Our next meeting will be October 2, 2012 at 6 p.m.

Notes from our first meeting

Officer Gavin and Officer Perry:

• Expressed the importance of having a block watch number. Need one please let us know we do have applications.
• The importance of practicing safety. Do not leave things on your car seats, Do not place large item boxes out for trash please tear them up and place in bags.  Neighborhood Services Number is 410-362-8226 IF YOU SEE CRIME OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY PLEASE CALL 911

Rognel Heights Elementary School Update:

We had the pleasure of meeting the new appointed Principal for Rognel Heights Elementary School Mrs. Marie Parfait-Davis. She is very excited to partner with the Association and has many plans that will include us as well. WELCOME! Mrs. Parfait-Davis. She has invited us to their first BACK TO SCHOOL/COMMUNITY Night  September 12, 2012 6-8


Lieutenant Saunders from our wonderful firehouse ENGINE 53:

• reminder that time goes back change the batteries in smoke detectors
• smoke detectors are free through 311
• make sure to purchase carbon monoxide detectors  want to place them near the Water Tank n Furnace and on the first floor

Gloria Pack  from Councilwoman Helen Holton's Office:

• Concerns for the Community the unwanted traffic and fixing of cars on the parking lot of Advanced Auto Parts Store
• Edmondson Ave Street Repairs

Open floor to board members concerns

- Speeding on Flowerton rd
- Upgrading playground behind 4200 block of Flowerton rd-  please submit suggestions to board  usually an association needs to apply for a grant to make improvements
-Stop sign at Woodington ave and Wicklow rd
- Activities for park down at Seminole  any suggestions or ideas please submit to board

•    suggestions already made
•    outside exercise  zumba, yoga, etc
•    summer flea market
•    jazz night would like to try and do once a month from May - September

1st Meeting of the Fall 9/4/12!

Welcome Back!

We hope that the summer break was amazing for all of you! 

Just a reminder, the association will meet for the first time this Fall on September 4th, 2012 at Christ Deliverance Church at 6pm. We hope that you will be in attendance, as we have plenty to discuss. Don't come alone, bring a neighbor! It is so important that we build the association, as it provides the perfect venue for us to address the needs and issues within the community. 

See you there!

Funding for job training celebration on 6/30!

6/7 Association Recap

The Edmondson Village Community Association would like to thank all of the residents who attended our months general body meeting. For those who were unable to join us, here are a few things we covered in the meeting.  


***Important Update*** 
There will not be an association meeting for the months of July and August. We we reconvene in September! Enjoy your summer but be sure to check back here for updates on activities happening in and around our community! Thank You!

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Southwest Police Officer Report:

Our local officers strongly encouraged residents to report crime happening in the community. They stressed the importance of notifying 911 or 311 when we see suspicious activity occurring.

Here are some tips on preventing break-ins:
(via BCPD web)

LIGHT

Make sure that exterior lights are mounted out of reach, so that burglars can't easily unscrew bulbs. Consider buying motion-sensitive lights, which are now available at relatively low prices. Use a variable light timer to activate lights inside your home.

TIME

Make it time-consuming for a burglar to break into your home. Install deadbolt locks on all exterior doors. Secure basement windows with bars and/or locks and consider alarm sensors on windows if you have an alarm system. Install double key locks in doors which contain glass. This will keep a burglar from being able to open the door simply by breaking the glass and reaching through. (Note: so that everyone in the house can get out in the event of a fire, be sure to keep the key in designated place! Do not install double key locks on solid exterior doors!). Ensure there are locks on all windows and patio doors.

NOISE

Install an alarm system that will alert neighbors of a burglar's presence. Most systems can even summon local police directly. A barking dog inside your home can be an effective deterrent for a burglar. But they aren't foolproof - most dogs tend to be too friendly. Remember to license and vaccinate it. Consider having someone care for your dog(s) in your home while you're away, instead of boarding them.

Other tips to prevent break-ins:

Think like a burglar. "Case" your home the way a burglar would and look for easy ways to enter your home. Be sure valuables such as electronic devices and artwork are not visible from the street. Be sure to lock up ladders and tools which could be used to break into your home. Don't keep valuables in your bedroom. Crooks normally make a beeline for the bedroom because they know that people tend to keep cash and jewelry there.


Work together with your neighbors. Let your neighbors know when you will be away for an extended period. While on vacation, have someone pick up your newspapers and mail, so that they do not accumulate and alert burglars of your absence. Display your house number conspicuously - in front and in rear - and have it well illuminated. This will help police and emergency personnel find your home quickly whether in front or in back of your house.

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We were also joined by Dr. Larry Nunley (Mayor's Office of Neighborhoods, Southwest Baltimore Liason). He informed attendees on upcoming events that will be happening in the coming weeks. 

The Baltimore Housing summer food program has begun! This program proves free and healthy breakfast and lunch for Baltimore City youth. For more information on where food sites are located, or if you are interested in becoming a food site please visit this webpage

Summer Food Program

• Star-Spangled Sailabration: Please visit http://www.starspangled200.com/ for more information. 
• Baltimore Community Action Partnership's Credit Counseling workshop. 
• 6/30 10:00am Northwest Community Action Center
• 7/28 10:00am Northenr Community Action Center
• Very important Redline Meeting(s)
• 6/12 5-8:00pm @ Woodlawn High School
• 6/16 9am-12pm @ Lockerman-Bundy Elementary
• Foreclosure Prevention Workshop
• 6/16 9:00am-3:00pm @ Woodlawn High School
• Register Online HERE

C.O.P. Walks
The association is currently seeking volunteers to participate in monthly Citizens on Patrol walks through the community. We have received much support and participation from officers from the Southwestern District Police Department and firefighters from the Edmondson Village station as well. So it is important that we come out and patrol the community together. 


We meet for the walks in the parking lot of Christ Deliverance Church at 6:30pm. 


***Support our local farmers market!
It's that time of the year again to get the areas best locally produced fruits, vegetables, and much more! The farmers market located at the MARC Station parking lot on Edmondson Ave begins June 16th at 9am!
In addition to the delicious food, there will be cooking demonstrations as well! Locally produced food is great for you and your family! See you there!


Updates from the Central Church of Christ

• Youth Summer Camp!
• 7/9-7/13 Please contact the Central Church of Christ for registration information More Info
• Annual Community Outreach Day
• 8/4 (10am-3pm) Please join the Central Church of Christ and the Edmondson Village Community Association at the community outreach day. There will be plenty to do for all ages, and resources for all members of our community. See you there!
• Weekly Fitness Classes
• Free senior fitness classes are offered every Tuesday from 11:30am-12pm

Again, the association would like to thank all special guest and community members in attendance! 

5/1 Association Meeting recap

The Edmondson Village Community Association would like to thank all of the residents who attended our months general body meeting. For those who were unable to join us, here are a few things we covered in the meeting.  

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Southwest Police Officer Report:

Our local officers strongly encouraged residents to report crime happening in the community. They stressed the importance of notifying 911 or 311 when we see suspicious activity occurring. 

We were also joined by Dr. Larry Nunley (Mayor's Office of Neighborhoods, Southwest Baltimore Liason). He informed attendees on upcoming events that will be happening in the coming weeks. 

• Star-Spangled Sailabration: Please visit http://www.starspangled200.com/ for more information. 
• Baltimore Community Action Partnership's Credit Counseling workshop. 
• 5/19 10:00am Southern Community Action Center
• 6/30 10:00am Northwest Community Action Center
• 7/28 10:00am Norther Community Action Center
• Redline Meeting
• 6/12 5-8:00pm Woodlawn High School

Cailin McGough, (Community Initiatives Coordinator for City Council President Jack Young) joined us to deliver the latest addition of the informative Jack's Journal !

In addition, the Honorable State Senator Lisa Gladden was in attendance! She discussed the importance of residents attending upcoming hearings in support of the Red Line, as well as, other hearings that impact our neighborhood. Senator Gladden also noted the importance of contacting her office to report both the good and bad happenings in our District. She also opened the floor for discussion regarding the state's "Doomsday Budget" and the pending expansion of gambling in our state. 

Again, the association would like to thank all special guest and community members in attendance! 

Tax Payers Night 5/2/12

RedLine Meeting 4/24

(Update) "Take Back Our Children and Community"

The Edmondson Village Community Association would like to thank of all of those who were able to attend the "Take Back our Children and Community"meeting at Rognel Heights Elementary/Middle School.
It was a very inspiring event in which concerned parents and community leaders came together to lay the foundation of an ongoing partnership to uplift our youth.

Our guest speakers included Congressman Elijah Cummings, Dr. Larry Nunley(Mayor's Office), Brother John Wilkie(Central Church of Christ), Mr. Steve Herlth (Citizens On Patrol),and Marcus Dent (Guardian Angels).

We would also like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Ivy Hill, the principal of Rognel Heights Elementary/Middle School for opening up her auditorium and giving us this time.



"If we are to go forward, we must go back and rediscover those precious values - that all reality hinges on moral foundations and that all reality has spiritual control."---Dr. MLK Jr,