Bowie Insider Issue #236

Engineering Review and Permitting Services Offered by Public Works

The Public Works Department handles engineering reviews and permits for various activities within public rights-of-way, including projects involving Bowie water or sewer utilities, stormwater management (SWM), and sediment control measures for construction sites.

Common projects requiring review or permitting include:

- Development projects extending public streets or storm drains

- Utility work within City rights-of-way, such as repairs, extensions, or new connections

- Installation of poles or attachments for wireless or cellular communications

- Driveway entrance repairs, modifications, or new installations

- Projects discharging drainage onto City streets or into storm drains

- SWM designs for developments disturbing 5,000 square feet or more

- Construction needing sediment control permits (5,000 square feet of disturbance)

- Connections or extensions to City water or sewer utilities

Guidance documents, checklists, and other resources are available to help developers navigate the permitting process.

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Help Us Find Bowie’s Most Spooktacular Home!

We need your help! Do you know of a house in Bowie that’s taking Halloween decorations to the next level? Whether it’s an all-out haunted yard, creepy crawlies hanging from trees, or a giant skeleton guarding the front door, we want to hear about it! Share your favorite decked-out homes with us, and we’ll feature the best ones. Let’s see who’s got the spookiest house in Bowie this year!

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Video: The Cast of ‘A Different World” sitcom on tour at Bowie State University

The cast of the iconic TV show A Different World recently visited Bowie State University as part of their nationwide tour celebrating the series’ cultural impact. The beloved sitcom, which aired from 1987 to 1993, was set at the fictional Hillman College and explored the lives of students at a historically Black college. Cast members including Kadeem Hardison (Dwayne Wayne) and Jasmine Guy (Whitley Gilbert) engaged with students, shared behind-the-scenes stories, and discussed the importance of HBCUs in shaping African-American culture.

The tour aims to inspire current college students by highlighting the show's themes of education, identity, and activism. At Bowie State, one of the nation's oldest HBCUs, the visit included panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions, giving students a chance to connect with the stars of this groundbreaking show.

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Fall Fun Alert: Food Trucks and Outdoor Movie Night This Friday, October 25th

Join the fun at Allen Pond Park on October 25 for the Fall Friday Food Truck Frenzy! From 4:00pm to 7:00pm, treat yourself to a delicious spread of food from local food trucks, ranging from savory to sweet, while enjoying live music that’ll set the perfect autumn vibe. Bring your family and friends to sample the best bites in town.

But the fun doesn’t stop there—head over to the Ice Arena at 6:30pm for an outdoor screening of the beloved classic The Mighty Ducks (PG). Bring your chair or blankets, grab a snack, and settle in for a feel-good movie under the stars. With food, music, and a nostalgic film, it’s a great way to wrap up your week with a full evening of entertainment!

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October 22

• Wiggle and Giggle Power Hour Fitness Program, City of Bowie Gym 4100 Northview Drive Bowie 1:00pm - 2:00pm

• Needlework Social, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 4:00pm

• Teen Zone Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Kids Achieve Club, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 4:00pm - 5:00pm

• Kids Create: Spooky Light-Up Jars, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 6:30pm - 7:30pm

October 23

• Bowie City Gym Closed for regular activities (early voting setup) - 10/23 - 10/31

• "Community Matters" With Police Chief Dwayne A. Preston, M Lounge at Bowie Town Center 15619 Emerald Way Bowie 6:00pm - 8:00pm

• Old Bowie Farmers' Market - Wednesday Night, The Market will be held at the City of Bowie Parking Lot on Railroad Avenue 4:00pm - 7:00pm

• Teen Action Group (TAG), South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 4:30pm - 5:30pm

October 24

• Early Voting Starts at Bowie City Gym 7:00am - 8:00pm

• Music Makers (Children 2-5 and their grownup), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 16621 Sylvan Drive Bowie 10:00am - 11:00am

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

• Senior Program: AARP Driver Safety Course, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 9:45am - 3:00pm

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd. Bowie 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Nature’s Healing Power: A Grief Support Group Series, Governor Bridge Natural Area 7600 Governor Bridge Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 4:30pm

• Computer Basics: Let's Talk Tech, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 3:00pm - 4:00pm

October 25

• Friday Food Truck Frenzy and Movie Night, Allen Pond Park 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 4:00pm - 10:00pm

• Howl-O-Ween: Pupkin Patch Party, City of Bowie Dog Park 3600 Northview Dr Bowie 4:00pm - 6:00pm

• "Sister Act" at the Bowie Playhouse, 16500 Whitemarsh Dr Bowie 8:00pm

• Elevate by SMW Presents: The Second Coming of Rai Jackson “The R&B Pastor”, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts (see show times)

October 26

• Drug Take Back Day, Bowie Police Department 15901 Fred Robinson Way Bowie 10:00am - 2:00pm

• Energy Awareness Event, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Drive

  Bowie 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Midwood Lane Stormwater Pond Workday, Midwood Lane stormwater pond (next to Belair Swim & Racquet Club) 12724 Midwood Lane

  Bowie 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Copy of Faith Conversations & Brunch, Ruby's Southern Comfort Kitchen

  4410 Mitchellville Road Bowie 11:30am - 1:00pm

• Halloween Trick or Treat Tours 2024, The Big Purple Barn, A Sanctuary, 6407 Hillmeade Rd, Bowie 12:00pm - 4:00pm

• Woman To Woman Networking, PJ's Coffee 12530 Fairwood Pkwy Bowie 12:30pm - 2:30pm

• MacKids & Bowie Baysox Trunk or Treat, Prince George's Stadium

  4101 Crain Highway Bowie 3:00pm - 6:00pm

• Trick-or-Treat at Hilltop Plaza MD-450 & Race Track Rd, Bowie 3pm - 5pm

• Boo-wie Fest Fall Family Fun & Fall Movie Night: Pixar's "Coco", Belair Stables 2835 Belair Dr, Bowie 4:00pm

• Chili Dinner and Trunk or Treat, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 16621 Sylvan Drive Bowie 5:30pm - 8:30pm

• No Tricks, Just Treats Halloween Party by Stand 17, 8:00pm - 2:00am

• Joe Clair Presents: Bangin’ In Bowie, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie (see show times)

October 27

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

• Halloween on Ice Party, Bowie Ice Arena 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 2:00pm - 3:45pm

• Trunk or Treat, Christian Community Presbyterian Church, 3120 Belair Dr, Bowie 3:00pm - 4:00pm

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