Bowie Insider Issue #336

Winners of the City of Bowie 44th Annual House Decorating Contest  

Congratulations to all of the winners!

America Has Spoken! The Most Festive Christmas Dishes Across the Nation — With Maryland, D.C. & Virginia Leading the Flavor

Christmas dinner tables across America are glowing with tradition, and this year’s list of the most popular holiday dishes proves just how deliciously unique each state can be. From coast to coast, families are celebrating the season with flavors that warm the heart—and Maryland, D.C., and Virginia bring extra holiday cheer to the menu.

In Maryland, Christmas wouldn’t be complete without crab cakes, a proud Chesapeake classic that adds a golden, savory sparkle to the holiday feast. In Washington, D.C., the top pick is gingerbread cookies, filling homes and markets with the sweet, spicy aroma of pure Christmas magic. And Virginia keeps the tradition heartfelt and homey with its beloved country ham, often baked to perfection or served on soft, buttery biscuits.

These festive favorites remind us that holiday joy comes in many flavors—and every state celebrates with something wonderfully its own.

See the full list of Christmas favorite dishes by state

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BSU Receives Major $6.5M Gift to Enhance Dining, Learning & Scholarships

Bowie State University is celebrating a transformative $6.5 million gift from Elior Collegiate Dining, a contribution that will significantly strengthen student success and campus innovation. This major investment will expand scholarships for deserving students and enhance both dining and learning spaces across campus—creating environments that support academic excellence, community building, and student well-being. The gift aligns directly with BSU’s Boldly Forward FY26–29 Strategic Plan, which focuses on elevating the student experience, modernizing facilities, and fostering long-term growth. With Elior’s partnership, Bowie State is poised to advance its mission as Maryland’s first HBCU, offering greater access, stronger support, and a vibrant campus experience for generations of Bulldogs to come.

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Paper Shredding & Styrofoam Recycling Event

Holiday Toy Drive

Holiday Movie Series Brings Christmas Classics to the Bowie Playhouse

Get ready for a festive film experience—the Bowie Playhouse is rolling out its Holiday Movie Series, featuring beloved Christmas favorites perfect for families, friends, and holiday enthusiasts. Tickets are just $5, and advance purchase is encouraged. All seating is general admission, and doors open 30 minutes before showtime, so arrive early to grab seats together. Each showing includes free popcorn and fun seasonal giveaways to make your movie night even more special.

Friday, December 19 Schedule:
• 2:30 p.m. – “Rudolph” (PG) – 1 hour
• 4:00 p.m. – “The Year Without a Santa Claus” (PG) – 1 hour
• 5:30 p.m. – “The Chronicles of Narnia” (PG) – 2.5 hours

Celebrate the season at the Playhouse!

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December 18

• Monarch Waystations: Discoveries and Maintenance, Kenhill Center 2614 Kenhill Dr Bowie 9:00am - 10:30am

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

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2–3, South Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 5:30pm

• Computer Basics: Open Lab, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 3:00pm - 4:00pm

• Technology Help, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 4:00pm - 5:30pm

• Game On: Board Games, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 4:00pm - 5:30pm

December 19

• Senior Program: Holiday Party, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 12:30pm - 1:30pm

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3–5 - Held in the Storytime Room, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 10:15am - 10:45am

• Play and Grow: Ages 0-3, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 10:30am - 11:30am

• Magic Elf Hunt Dec 19-21, Belair Mansion, 12207 Tulip Grove Dr Bowie 12:00pm - 4:00pm

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 2:00pm

• Holiday Cinema Series Dec 19-20, 16500 White Marsh Park Dr Bowie [See schedule]

• Hilltop Plaza's Soulful Santa Experience, Dental Land Pediatrics, 6842 Race Track Rd, Bowie 4:00pm - 7:00pm

• Xclusive Step Team Presents: 3rd Annual “Step Into Winter” Showcase Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200 Annapolis Rd 6:00pm - 8:00pm

• UGLY SWEATER & SNEAKER ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY, BLVCKCOW Grill 6133 Highbridge Road, Bowie 7:00pm

December 20

• Community Shred & Styrofoam Recycling Event, Public Works 16500 Annapolis Road Bowie 8:00am - 2:00pm

• Breakfast with Santa, Chick-fil-A, Saint Josephs Dr Bowie 9:00am

• Monarch Waystations: Discoveries and Maintenance, Kenhill Center 2614 Kenhill Dr Bowie 9:00am - 10:30am

• Bowie Petsmart Adoption Event, PetSmart 4500 Mitchellville Rd, Bowie 10:00am - 1:00pm

• Last Day for Holiday Shopping at Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Dr Bowie 12:00pm - 4:00pm

• Class Act Performing Arts Presents: A Frozen Fairytale, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie [See show times]

December 21

• Breakfast With Santa & The Grinch, Prince George's Stadium, 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie 8:30am - 12:00pm

• Colonial Ringers Presents: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie 2:00pm

December 22

• Holiday Toy Drive by Prince George’s County District 6, Hi Que Event Center 13711 Old Annapolis Rd, Ste 104, Bowie 5:00pm - 7:00pm

December 23

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 5:30pm

• Holiday Centerpiece Workshop, Patuxent Nursery 2410 Crain Hwy, Bowie 10:00am - 12:00pm

December 24

• Festival of Lights, Watkins Regional Park 301 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro 5:00pm - 9:30pm

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