Issue #008

Upcoming Local Events

The Month of January

• National Bath Safety Month

• Financial Wellness Month

• Get Organized Month

• National Hot Tea Month

• National Mentoring Month

• Self-Love Month

• Teen Driving Awareness 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 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 13: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Art Contest Program, 10:00-12:00, Bowie City Hall

• January 15: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday - Holiday 

• January 20: 8:00 - 2:00: Electronics Recycling Event, The Public Works Department, 16500 Annapolis Road.

• January 20: 12:00, Ballin' with the Badge, Benjamin Tasker Middle School, 4901 Collington Rd, Bowie, MD 20715

• January 21: 11:00 and 3:30 Outlet Dance Complex Presents: Dancin’ Through Winter, Winter Recital

• January 22: 7:00-8:30, Old Town Bowie Revitalization Community Meeting at the Huntington Community Center, 13022 8th Street

  Bowie, MD

• January 26: 7:00, On Kee Jazz Presents: Jazz in the Black Box, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts

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

• January 27: 7:00pm and 9:30pm, Joe Clair Presents: Bangin’ in Bowie featuring featuring comedians Brooklyn Mike, Timmy Hall, and Cool Bubba Ice, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts

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

• Send us an email if you would like to share a local Bowie event inside of the Bowie Insider; include all of the details.

Washington Commanders Part Ways with Coach Ron Rivera After Four Seasons

The Washington Commanders have dismissed head coach Ron Rivera after four seasons, including a disappointing 4-13 record in the latest season. Rivera, who was hired by former owner Dan Snyder, led the team to the playoffs once in 2020 but struggled to achieve on-field success. Josh Harris, the managing partner of the franchise's new ownership group, plans major changes, emphasizing a strategic shift in leadership. Rivera, who also served as the head of football operations, faced numerous challenges during his tenure, including health issues, team controversies, and frequent changes in quarterbacks and team names. The Commanders, under new management, are now seeking a new coach and football operations executive to rebuild the team, with a focus on the 2024 NFL Draft where they hold the second overall pick. The franchise aims to become an elite team competing for the Super Bowl.

Behind the Scenes: The City of Bowie Planning for Snow

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes when the City of Bowie prepares for bad weather? Bowie didn’t see snow that was previously forecasted but now you will know what goes into keeping our city safe.

Are You Signed Up for The City of Bowie Real Time Alerts?

The City of Bowie “Alert Bowie” system provides accurate, up-to-the-minute emergency notifications and informational messages from the City of Bowie directly to you, wherever you may be and in the best delivery method for you. This includes the option for email, text message and telephone calls.

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