Bowie Insider Issue #307

💬 QOD, Fifth Annual Field of Honor, Special General Election - Early Voting, Memorial Day Parade 2025, The Origins of Memorial Day, Bowie Shifts Speed Cameras, New Business: Sugar Sugar, Into the Woods Opens, Events and Activities 🗓️, 🤣Meme

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Bowie Insider
May 29, 2025

In this issue of the Bowie Insider…

💬 Quote of the Day
📰 Fifth Annual Field of Honor in Bowie Celebrates Community and Courage
📰 Prince George’s County Special General Election - Early Voting
📰 Memorial Day Parade 2025
📰 The Origins of Memorial Day: Honoring the Fallen from the Beginning
📰 Bowie Shifts Speed Cameras to New Locations Starting June 2
📰 Sugar Sugar Grand Opening
📰 Step Into the Magic: Into the Woods Opens at Bowie Playhouse
🗓️ Events and Activities
🤣 Meme of the Day
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📣 Local Business & Organization Spotlight Apply Here or Nominate one

Quote of the Day

“Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams. The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” ~ Ashley Smith, Novelist

Fifth Annual Field of Honor in Bowie Celebrates Community and Courage

Image Credit: City of Bowie

The City of Bowie will host its fifth annual Field of Honor® from May 16 to June 11, 2025, at Sussex Lane Park. Featuring 150 American flags, the display honors military personnel, veterans, first responders, and COVID-19 victims. Each flag represents an individual's story, encouraging community reflection and unity. The event is supported by donations, sponsorships, and volunteer efforts.

Prince George’s County Special General Election - Early Voting

Image Credit: City of Bowie

Prince George’s County voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, to fill two key vacancies: County Executive and County Council District 5. The special election follows Angela Alsobrooks’ December resignation after her election to the U.S. Senate. Tara Jackson has served as acting executive since.

Democrat Aisha Braveboy, the county’s State’s Attorney, faces Republican Jonathan White, a U.S. Air Force veteran, in the race for County Executive. Braveboy, endorsed by Governor Wes Moore, emphasizes crime reduction and fiscal accountability. White highlights his military and public safety background.

In District 5, Democrat Shayla Adams-Stafford, an education advocate and former school board member, competes against Republican Fred Price Jr. The seat was vacated when Jolene Ivey won an at-large council position.

Early voting runs from May 28 to June 2, with Election Day voting on June 3 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by June 3. For voting locations and ballot drop box sites, visit elections.maryland.gov.

Memorial Day Parade 2025

The Origins of Memorial Day: Honoring the Fallen from the Beginning

Memorial Day, now a cherished national tradition in the United States, began as a solemn response to the immense loss of life during the Civil War. Its earliest incarnation can be traced back to May 1, 1865, in Charleston, South Carolina, where formerly enslaved people, together with Union soldiers and missionaries, organized a ceremony to honor Union troops buried in a mass grave at a former Confederate prison camp. They reinterred the bodies, decorated the graves with flowers, and held a parade—a powerful act of remembrance and reclaiming of dignity.

The more formalized observance began in 1868 when General John A. Logan of the Grand Army of the Republic called for a nationwide day of remembrance on May 30. Known as "Decoration Day," it invited Americans to decorate the graves of the war dead with flowers.

Over time, Memorial Day evolved to honor all Americans who died in military service, officially becoming a federal holiday in 1971 and moving to the last Monday in May.

Thank you to all how served and currently serve in the armed forces.

Bowie Shifts Speed Cameras to New Locations Starting June 2

Image Credit: City of Bowie Police Department

The City of Bowie is adjusting the placement of its automated speed enforcement cameras to enhance traffic safety in key areas. Beginning Monday, June 2, three cameras currently stationed on Old Stage Road, Brunswick Lane, and Dolphin Way will be moved to new locations as part of the Safe Speed Camera Program.

The new monitoring points will be on eastbound Northview Drive, eastbound Millstream Drive, and northbound Mitchellville Road. These roads have been identified as needing increased speed enforcement based on traffic patterns and safety concerns.

The initiative aims to reduce speeding and improve safety for both drivers and pedestrians in neighborhoods and school zones. The speed camera program continues to rotate enforcement locations periodically to ensure citywide coverage and effectiveness.

Sugar Sugar Grand Opening

Image Credit: Sugar Sugar

This Saturday, June 1, Bowie welcomes a fresh face in clean beauty: Sugar Sugar™, opening its doors at 16921 Melford Blvd, Suite 105. The grand opening event invites locals to explore a modern, eco-conscious approach to self-care, offering services like Comfort Sugaring™ hair removal, organic spray tans, vegan facials, and their signature Brow Science™ treatments.

Owner Shalaen, a proud Maryland native, brings Sugar Sugar’s Arizona-born brand to the East Coast, blending holistic skincare with a boutique atmosphere. The studio emphasizes plant-based, non-toxic products and a personalized experience for every guest. Attendees can expect exclusive offers, product demos, and a chance to meet the team behind Bowie’s newest beauty destination.

With its focus on sustainability and wellness, Sugar Sugar™ aims to redefine beauty routines in Prince George’s County. Appointments can be booked online, and walk-ins are welcome during the grand opening celebration.

🎭 Step Into the Magic: Into the Woods Opens at Bowie Playhouse

Image Credit: 2nd Star Productions

The enchanting world of fairy tales comes alive at the Bowie Playhouse as 2nd Star Productions presents Into the Woods, running from May 30 through June 28. This Tony Award-winning musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine intertwines beloved characters like Cinderella, Jack, and Little Red Riding Hood in a witty, poignant journey that explores the consequences of wishes and the complexities of "happily ever after." Directed by Alex Campbell, the production offers a fresh take on these classic tales, delving into their darker, more nuanced origins. Performances are held Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m., with additional shows on Thursdays, June 19 and 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $29 for general admission and $26 for seniors and students, with group rates available. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit 2ndstarproductions.org.

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