Bowie Insider Issue #242

Quote of the Day, Boo-E-Ween, Stormwater in Bowie, Green Bowie Veterans 5K, Upcoming Events, Meme of the Day

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Bowie Insider
October 30, 2024

In this issue of the Bowie Insider…

💬 Quote of the Day
📰 Boo-E-Ween: Trunk or Treat Today
📰 Early Voting Has Started
📰 Stormwater in Bowie: What It Is and How You Can Help Keep It Clean
📰 Green Bowie Veterans 5K - November 2nd
🗓️ Upcoming Events
🤣 Meme of the Day
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Quote of the Day

“You'll never do a whole lot, unless you're brave enough to try.” — Dolly Parton

Boo-E-Ween: Trunk or Treat Today

Image Credit: City of Bowie

Get ready for a spooky good time at Bowie’s annual Trunk-or-Treat event! On October 30, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, families can enjoy a fun, safe Halloween experience at the Bowie Town Center, rear parking lot behind Overdue Recognition Gallery. At this community gathering, cars decorated in creative Halloween themes line up with trunks filled with treats, so kids can go trick-or-treating from car to car. From ghostly decorations to friendly witches and superheroes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy—and lots of candy to collect!

This event is perfect for families looking for an alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, with music, costumes, and plenty of festive fun. Children are encouraged to come in costume and bring a bag for goodies. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome to join in the spooky fun. Don’t miss out on Bowie’s most “trunk-tacular” Halloween event!

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Early Voting Has Started: October 24 - 31, 7:00am - 8:00pm

Image Credit: City of Bowie

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Stormwater in Bowie: What It Is and How You Can Help Keep It Clean

Stormwater, or runoff from rain and snowmelt, flows over hard surfaces like roads and buildings, where it can't be absorbed into the ground. In Bowie, stormwater flows directly into local streams, the Patuxent River, and eventually the Chesapeake Bay, often carrying pollutants like sediment, nitrogen, and phosphorus. These pollutants contribute to environmental degradation, impacting water quality and local ecosystems. In Bowie, additional pollutants like E. coli and low oxygen further threaten water health. Residents can help by reporting issues, such as oil or unusual substances, in streams or storm drains to the city’s Public Works Department. The city has been actively working on stormwater management projects since 2017 to help reduce pollution. For more on local water health, resources are available through Maryland’s Department of the Environment and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

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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Green Bowie Veterans 5K - November 2nd

Image Credit: City of Bowie

Join the annual Green Bowie Veterans 5K on November 2, 2024—a free, family-friendly fun-run honoring Bowie’s veterans while promoting sustainability. This non-competitive 5K, starting at 9 a.m. behind Five Guys at Bowie Town Center, gathers green organizations, veterans groups, and fitness enthusiasts to celebrate service, community, and environmental awareness. Arrive at 7:30 a.m. to explore info tables, warm up, and donate to Toys for Tots or Operation We Care. Pets on leashes are welcome!

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October 30

October 31

November 1

  • CANCELLED Chi at Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Dr. Bowie 6:30pm - 8:30pm

  • "Sister Act" at the Bowie Playhouse The Bowie Playhouse 16500 White Marsh Park Dr, Bowie (see show times)

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