Issue #056

Uncertainty Over Maryland Macy's As Chain Plans Store Closures

Macy's has announced its intention to shut down 150 stores that are not meeting performance expectations due to faltering sales figures. This news was released on Tuesday, leaving it uncertain whether any of the stores in Maryland will be affected by the closures.

This decision was made public following Macy's report of a loss in the fourth quarter, accompanied by a downturn in sales. In a strategic move, Macy's is shifting its focus towards the upscale market, revealing plans to inaugurate 15 new Bloomingdale’s stores and 30 Blue Mercury luxury cosmetic outlets.

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Investing in Tomorrow: Bowie Seniors Eligible for the City of Bowie’s Excellence in Education Scholarships

The City of Bowie's Excellence in Education scholarship program annually awards funds to high-achieving, financially needy high school seniors residing within the city. With an application deadline of March 15, 2024, the program requires nominations from school officials and offers over $60,000 in scholarships to support students' post-secondary education.

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👋 Meet Your New Favorite Authors: March Local Author Showcase!

Dive into the world of storytelling and imagination at the March Local Author Showcase - Barnes and Noble in Bowie Town Center. This event is a monthly celebration that brings the community together with the creative minds behind the books. It’s a vibrant opportunity for book lovers and aspiring writers to meet and greet some of the finest local authors. Join us on the first Saturday of March to meet local authors who will share insights into their literary journeys and sign copies of their compelling works.

March 2, 2024

12:00pm to 2:00pm

• Cindy Freland

• Chandler Hayes

• Nathaniel Graham

• Bolami Babafemi

3:30pm - 5:30pm

• Nycholle Woolfolk-Gater

• Katina M Davis

• Melanie Lymon Harris

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to support local talent, discover new favorites, and perhaps leave with a book or two, signed and personalized by the authors themselves.

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February 28

• #BowieSpeaks Community Conversation hosted by the City of Bowie Diversity Committee in honor of Black History Month. Theme, “What Happened to the Dream?”. City Hall Council Chambers 15901 Fred Robinson Way Bowie, MD 20716 7:00pm to 8:00pm

• Fairy Tale Fun At Belair Mansion, Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Drive Bowie, MD 20715 10:00am - 11:00am

• Wednesday Night Trivia and Free Pool, 4931 Tesla Drive, Unit H, Bowie, MD 07:00 pm - 10:00 pm

MARCH

March 1

• Prince George’s County Summer Youth Enrichment Program - Applications accepted from March 1 - March 31

• Pruning Trees & Shrubs – How, When, & Why, Patuxent Nursery, 2410 Crain Highway, Bowie 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Moran Tripp Live At the Old Bowie Town Grille, 8604 Chestnut Ave, Bowie 7:00pm - 10:00pm

March 2

• Cinderella, Tiana and Belle Host Brunch, Old Bowie Town Grille , 8604 Chestnut Ave, Bowie, MD 20715, 11:30am - 1:00pm

• 2024 AACTA Winter Social - Tennis Drills & Round-Robin Doubles & Soup Extravaganza, Bowie Sport Fit, 100 White Marsh Park Drive, Bowie 6:00pm

• March Local Author Showcase, Barnes & Nobel Bowie Town Center, 15455 Emerald Way, Bowie, MD 20716. 12:00pm

• Cat and Kitten Adoption event by the City of Bowie & Bowie CLAW, Bowie City Hall, main lobby, 15901 Fred Robinson Way, Bowie, MD 20716

• 4th Annual Miss HBCU Teen Scholarship Pageant, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie, MD 20715 2:00pm

March 3

• "Tales from the Soul"a soul-stirring evening with soprano Denique Isaac, Christian Community Presbyterian Church, 3120 Belair Drive Bowie, MD, 4:00pm

• YSL Lipstick Making Class, 3851 Evergreen Pkwy Ste 14, Bowie, MD 20716 12:00pm - 2:00pm

March 4

• Hearts and Frosting Mommy and Me Cake Decorating Class, Bowie Town Center, Emerald Way, Bowie, MD 20716 11:30am - 1:30pm

March 5

• Celebrate Women’s history month with an Uncle Nearest whiskey dinner 15501 Annapolis Rd Ste. 300, Bowie, MD 6:00pm-8:00pm

March 8

• Kids Kaboose at Old Bowie Welcome Center, Old Town Bowie Welcome Center 8614 Chestnut Avenue Bowie, MD 20715

March 8 - 9

• 2024 Student Adlerian Society SAS Conference, Bowie State University, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie 10:00am - 4:00pm

March 9

• Mardi Gras PARTY with Slim Thicck Fit, Fitness 4 Less, Laurel - Bowie Road, Bowie 11:00am - 1:00pm

• Unstoppable You Conference, Boswell Hall 6111 Columbian Way Bowie, MD 20715. 10:30am - 4:00pm

• Nitro Flag Football Tournament 8311 Race Track Rd, Bowie, MD 20715 8:00am

March 15

• Middle School Night, City of Bowie Gymnasium 4100 Northview Dr, Bowie, MD 20716 7:00pm - 9:00pm

• Senior Program: St. Patrick's Day Party, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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