Issue #006

• January is National Bath Safety Month

• January 6 - February 10: Winter Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop Series Saturday mornings, 11am - 1pm, In-person at the South Bowie Branch Library, 15301 Hall Rd. for young aspiring entrepreneurs who are eager to learn and grow.

• January 6: Crank Bingo | New Year Edition, 7:00pm at Party HQ at Bowie Town Center 15606 Emerald Way

• January 6: Bird walk at Fran Uhler Natural Area, 7:30 am at the Fran Uhler Natural Area in Bowie

• January 8 to 30: Recycle live cut Christmas trees, placed at the curb by 6 a.m. on their regular yard trim collection day or drop off at Brown Station Road Public Container Pad and Recycling Center, located at 3601 Brown Station Road in Upper Marlboro Monday to Saturday, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.

• January 10: 8:00 - 10:30am Simply Business Network Health & Wellness Event, Hosted by Simply Bowie Magazine at Party HQ 15606 Emerald Way, Bowie, MD

• January 27: 1:00 - 3:30pm - Candle Making Workshop at 6600 Laurel - Bowie Road Bowie, MD 20715

• January 31: 7:00pm - Free virtual Workforce Development Program Information Session ages 15 - 25

Snapshot of Bowie Real Estate

The median home sold price in Bowie was $489,956 in December 2023, up 8.9% / $39,956 from last year, and the median price per square foot was $235.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

#BEDROOMS DEC 2022  DEC 2023 CHANGE

1 Bedroom $180.5K $195K +8.0%

2 Bedrooms $295K $310K +5.1%

3 Bedrooms $416.7K $460K +10.4%

4 Bedrooms $477.9K $515K +7.8%

5+ Bedrooms $633K $653.7K +3.3%

Number of Days on Market

DEC 2022 DEC 2023 CHANGE

28 Days 24 Days -14.3%

Walking in Bowie - The Benefits of Getting Your Steps In and Enjoying Bowie Parks

Walking, often overlooked due to its simplicity, offers a plethora of benefits, some of which are less commonly known. Here's a list of 10 benefits of walking:

1. Enhances Cardiovascular Health: Regular walking increases heart rate, strengthens the heart, and improves overall cardiovascular health.

2. Aids Weight Management: Walking helps burn calories and is an effective activity for maintaining and losing weight.

3. Lowers Blood Sugar Levels: Short walks after meals can help lower blood sugar levels, particularly beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes.

4. Improves Mental Health: Walking can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. It's a natural mood booster, increasing endorphins and reducing stress hormones.

5. Boosts Creativity and Cognitive Function: A lesser-known benefit, walking can enhance creativity and clear thinking. It's often linked with improved problem-solving skills and memory.

6. Strengthens Bones and Muscles: Regular walking helps in maintaining bone density and strengthening muscles, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and arthritis.

7. Improves Digestion: Walking aids the digestive system and can help improve regularity, a benefit not commonly highlighted.

8. Enhances Immune Function: Regular walkers tend to have stronger immune systems and are less likely to catch common colds and flu.

9. Promotes Joint Health: Walking lubricates and strengthens the muscles that support the joints, reducing joint pain and stiffness.

10. Improves Sleep: Walking, especially in the morning or afternoon, can help regulate your body's sleep cycles and improve the quality of sleep.

These benefits demonstrate that walking is not just a basic form of physical activity, but a multifaceted health enhancer, offering wide-ranging benefits for the body and mind.

Parks to Visit for Walking and Enjoying Bowie

• Acorn Hill Park: 3209 Stonybrook Dr, Bowie, Maryland 20715

• Allen Pond Park: 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie, MD 20716

• Fox Hill Park: 5001 Collington Rd, Bowie, MD 20715

• High Bridge Park: 6800 Highbridge Rd, Bowie, MD 20720

• Marleigh Park: 12510 Marleigh Drive Bowie, MD 20720

• Whitemarsh Park: 100 White Marsh Pk Dr, Bowie, MD 20716

• Willow Grove Park: 4009 Caribon Street, Bowie, MD 20721

What pivotal role did the railways play in the formation and development of Bowie, Maryland?

A) The city was named after a famous railway engineer.

B) Bowie was originally a major railway manufacturing hub.

C) Bowie originated as a small railroad stop and grew around it.

D) The first electric railway in the U.S. was built in Bowie.

Answer below.

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