Bowie Insider Issue #331

💬 QOD, Next for Bowie Town Center?, Heroes Among Us, Shutdown Resources, Self-Publishing 101, Midnight Madness Basketball, 📲 Stay in the Loop, 🗓️Events and Activities, 🤣Meme

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Bowie Insider
November 13, 2025

In this issue of the Bowie Insider…

💬 Quote of the Day
📰 What’s Next for Bowie Town Center? Find Out Today at 3:30 PM
📰 Heroes Among Us: Bowie Residents Rescue Family Trapped Under Fallen Tree
📰 County and State - Federal Government Shutdown Resources
📰 Self-Publishing 101: Turning Your Book into Reality 📚️
📰 Balling in Bowie: Midnight Madness Basketball
📰 📲 Stay in the Loop, Bowie!
🗓️ Events and Activities
🤣 Meme of the Day
📍 Having an Event? List it for free
📣 Local Business & Organization Spotlight Apply Here or Nominate one

Quote of the Day

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” ~ Walt Disney

What’s Next for Bowie Town Center? Find Out Today at 3:30 PM

Today, Thursday November 13 at 3:30pm the Urban Land Institute will meet at Bowie City Hall to make recommendations for Bowie Town Center. Our Bowie community is invited to interview project stakeholders, explore strategies, and develop recommendations for revitalizing Bowie Town Center. Come to hear the team’s findings and recommendations during a public presentation. Attend in person at Bowie City Hall 15901 Fred Robinson Way or watch live on the City of Bowie YouTube Channel.

Credit: City of Bowie

Heroes Among Us: Bowie Residents Rescue Family Trapped Under Fallen Tree
 

Two Good Samaritans are being honored for their bravery after rescuing a family trapped in a car during a powerful July storm in Bowie. When a large tree fell on the vehicle, Carlos Winston and high school student Zachary Canter rushed to the scene, clearing debris to free the trapped family of five before emergency crews arrived. The pair also provided first aid, earning praise from the community for their quick thinking and heroic actions.

County and State - Federal Government Shutdown Resources

As one of the closest jurisdictions to Washington, D.C., Prince George’s County is home to thousands of federal employees and contractors. In light of the current challenges facing the federal government, County officials are reaffirming their commitment to supporting local residents impacted by any disruptions.

Leadership in the County recognizes the critical role federal workers play in the region and is focused on maintaining residents' quality of life during this uncertain time. Efforts are underway to coordinate closely with state and federal partners to provide timely resources, services, and updates.

With a unified approach, Prince George’s County is working to ensure that families have the support they need, standing together as “One County United.”

Capital Area Food Bank: Free food distributions for federal workers and contractors

Self-Publishing 101: Turning Your Book into Reality 📚️ 

Dreaming of seeing your name in print? Join author Cindy Freland for Self-Publishing 101, an engaging workshop that walks you through how to publish your own book using IngramSpark, a user-friendly and free platform. Cindy will share practical tips and insider knowledge to help you turn your manuscript into a professional, ready-to-sell book. Whether you’re a first-time writer or an experienced storyteller, this session will give you the confidence and tools to bring your publishing dream to life!

Location: 1:00pm - 2:00pm at South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie

Balling in Bowie: Midnight Madness Basketball

Get ready to light up the court—Midnight Madness Basketball is back at the Bowie City Gym! This late-night hoops event is where competition meets pure fun. Designed for players ages 16 and up, it’s the perfect mix of high-energy games and skill-building challenges.

Whether you’re in the mood for a quick 1-on-1 faceoff or want to rally your crew for 2-on-2, 3-on-3, 4-on-4, or full 5-on-5 action, there’s a matchup for everyone. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your game with drills, contests, and plenty of friendly bragging rights.

So grab your sneakers, bring your A-game, and join the excitement where Bowie’s night owls turn up the heat on the hardwood. Midnight just got a lot more fun! 🏀

Location: City of Bowie Gymnasium, 4100 Northview Dr Bowie 10:00pm - Midnight

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