Bowie Insider Issue #183

Unlock Your Creativity: Apply for a Bowie Art Grant

The City of Bowie invites individuals and organizations to apply for an Art Grant to develop art programs for residents. Applications are due by September 20 at 5 pm.

A virtual clinic on August 22 will provide more information. Bowie promotes arts through city-maintained galleries, grants for community art programs, support for the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, and the Bowie Playhouse. The city also sponsors summer concerts at Allen Pond Park and Town Green in Old Town Bowie. The fillable PDF application is available on the city’s website.

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Help Animals Find Homes: Clear The Shelters Is Back

In August 2024, NBCUniversal Local is partnering with hundreds of shelters nationwide to host the annual Clear The Shelters campaign. This initiative aims to find loving homes for animals in need and encourage donations to support shelter operations. Since its inception in 2015, Clear The Shelters has successfully placed over 1 million pets into forever homes. The campaign highlights the importance of pet adoption and mobilizes communities to help reduce the number of animals in shelters. By teaming up with local shelters, NBCUniversal Local hopes to continue this trend, ensuring that even more animals find the care and companionship they deserve. For more information on how to participate or donate, visit the official Clear The Shelters website.

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Calling all Film Buffs, Filmmakers and Enthusiasts: Save the Date for the Prince George’s Film Festival - Take 3

The Prince George’s Film Festival - Take 3 (PGFF Take Three) is set to captivate movie enthusiasts and industry professionals from September 27 to 30. This annual event, hosted in Prince George’s County, Maryland, celebrates the art of filmmaking with a diverse lineup of screenings, workshops, and panel discussions.

PGFF Take Three aims to showcase the talents of emerging filmmakers from the region and beyond, providing a platform for fresh voices and innovative storytelling. Highlights include a red-carpet opening night, feature film debuts, and a range of short films and documentaries. Attendees can look forward to insightful discussions with directors, producers, and actors, offering a unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the filmmaking process.

The festival also emphasizes community engagement, with special events designed for local students and aspiring filmmakers. By fostering a vibrant creative environment, PGFF Take Three continues to contribute to the cultural enrichment of Prince George’s County and the broader film community.

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August 8

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2–3, South Bowie 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 10:15am - 10:45am

• Justin Taylor Watkins, Park Plaza 50 Watkins Park Dr Upper Marlboro 7:00pm

• ZD Dance Academy Presents: KaleiDANCEscope Summer Showcase, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts 7:00pm

• Arts Committee Meeting, Virtual meeting 7:30pm - 8:30pm

August 9

• Senior Program: Ice Cream Social, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 12:00pm - 1:30pm

• Kids Kaboose at Old Bowie Welcome Center, Old Town Bowie Welcome Center 8614 Chestnut Avenue Bowie 10:30am - 11:30am

• Skate in the SHADE, Bowie Ice Arena 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 12:00pm - 1:30pm

• Tai Chi at Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Road Bowie 6:30pm - 8:00pm

August 10

• Weed Warrior Workday, Whitemarsh Park 16500 Whitemarsh Drive

  Bowie 9:00am - 12:00pm

• Board Game Fun, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 10:30am - 12:30pm

• Miss Utility Touch A Truck, Prince Georges Baysox Stadium 4101 Crain Highway Bowie 4:30pm - 6:30pm

• The Paulverizers @ Old Bowie Town Grille 8604 Chestnut Ave. Bowie 6:30pm

• Summer Concert Series by Concerts for Causes Inc. & Mayor Tim Adams Bowie Town Center 15606 Emerald Way Bowie 7:00pm - 9:00pm

August 11

• Bowie Farmers' Market, Bowie High School parking lot 15200 Annapolis Road Bowie 8:00am - 12:00pm

• UNITY DAY 2024: A Community Event at Bowie Baysox Stadium, Bowie Baysox Stadium, Prince George's Stadium, 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie, 11:30am - 7:00pm

• Summer Sunset Concert Series - The Hubcaps (Classic Rock), Allen Pond Park 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 6:00pm - 8:00pm

August 12

• Kids Summer Art Class, Courtyard by Marriott Bowie, 16800 Science Drive, Bowie 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Senior Program: Chronic Pain Management Program, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 10:00am - 12:30pm

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2, South Bowie 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

August 13

• DMV Carribbean Ridazz Tuesday Hustle, Allen Pond 3330 Northview Dr Bowie 5:30pm- 7:30pm

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