Issue #070: Bowie's Exclusive Grants

Unlock Your Dream Home in Bowie with Exclusive Grants

The City of Bowie is making homeownership dreams a reality with its "Bowie First" Mortgage Assistance Program. In an inspiring collaboration with the State of Maryland, this initiative offers grants designed to support first-time homebuyers in key community roles. Teachers, individuals with disabilities, City government employees, and police officers can now find it easier to purchase a home in Bowie, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

This program not only acknowledges the invaluable contributions of these community pillars but also aims to strengthen the city's fabric by making it possible for them to live where they serve. Bowie's commitment to inclusivity and support reflects a model of community development that ensures the city remains a vibrant, welcoming place for its residents. Through the "Bowie First" program, Bowie is not just a city; it's a home, offering a beacon of hope and stability for those shaping our future and safeguarding our well-being.

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Revolutionizing Literacy: How the Science of Reading is Shaping Education's Future

The science of reading, a pivotal aspect of educational discourse, emphasizes research-based literacy instruction, highlighting phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Not merely a set of phonics drills, it represents a comprehensive approach grounded in extensive research from diverse fields, aiming to optimize how children learn to read.

This year, it has become a focal point in classrooms and policy discussions, driven by the urgent need to address post-pandemic learning gaps. Notably, Maryland’s Prince George’s County Public Schools have been at the forefront, equipping K-3 teachers with resources to integrate the science of reading with digital tools, enhancing both literacy and science education. This initiative underscores a nationwide trend toward aligning educational strategies with this scientific approach to reading. With a considerable number of students still reading below grade level, the adoption of the science of reading offers a path forward, focusing on evidence-aligned practices and comprehensive literacy instruction. Key policy actions, such as setting detailed reading standards for teacher preparation and ensuring curriculum alignment, are advocated to bolster the implementation of this transformative approach, promising a brighter future for literacy education across the United States.

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: A Call to Action from Simone Ledward Boseman

Simone Ledward Boseman, the widow of celebrated actor Chadwick Boseman, recently highlighted the urgent need for colorectal cancer awareness and action in Washington, D.C., coinciding with Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Chadwick Boseman, a Howard University graduate renowned for his leading role in the 2018 film "Black Panther," tragically passed away from colorectal cancer in 2020, causing widespread shock.

An evocative exhibit now graces the National Mall, featuring 27,400 flags to symbolize the anticipated number of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer by 2030. This effort aims to shed light on a disease that ranks among the top five causes of death in adults but remains underdiscussed and insufficiently researched, especially among young, Black individuals.

Simone voiced her frustration over the preventable nature of her husband's death, emphasizing the alarming rise in diagnoses among younger demographics and the lack of widespread knowledge and conversation regarding the disease. Despite the treatable nature of colorectal cancer, early detection remains critical, a message she passionately shared at a rally, encouraging public discourse to foster awareness.

The "Fight Colorectal Cancer" organization, known as "@FightCRC" online, initiated the National Mall display to press for dedicated federal research funding. Colorectal cancer, notable for symptoms like unexpected weight loss, abdominal pain, and changes in bowel habits, often goes undetected due to its sometimes asymptomatic nature.

The event also served as a platform for attendees, including political figures like Democratic Representative Donald Payne Jr. of New Jersey and Republican Representative Mark Green of Tennessee, who have personal connections to the disease, to call for legislative support in combating colorectal cancer.

March 13

• Wednesday Night Classic Jam, Old Bowie Town Grille 8604 Chestnut Ave, Bowie 7:00pm

• Women's History Month Open Mic Night, 5 Sisters Restaurant, 12617 Laurel - Bowie Rd Laurel, MD 6:00pm - 10:00pm

• STEM for Families: Phases of the Moon, Bowie Branch Library, 15301 Hall Rd Bowie, MD 6:30 - 7:30 PM

• Wine & Whiskey Aroma Ultra Lounge, 4000 Town Center Blvd Bowie 8:00pm

• IRS Tax Resolution Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, 4101 Town Center Boulevard Bowie 11:45am to 1:00pm

March 14

• Learn Real Estate From Beginning and Be an Expert 7:00pm

• DMV Nightlife Game Night Mix and Mingle, 5:00pm

• "Inspired by the Masters" Reception with the artists, Bowie City Hall 15901 Fred Robinson Way, Bowie 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

March 16

• Bowie Arts Committee Spring Arts and Crafts Market, Bowie Senior Center, 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie, 9:00am - 2:00pm

March 17

• Wedding Bliss, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Greenbelt, MD 12:00pm - 5:00pm

March 20

• Steering wheel lock giveaway (for Kia and Hyundai vehicle owners) Bowie Police Information Center

  15456 Emerald Way, Bowie 12:00pm - 03:00pm

• Women's History Month Breakfast by the Prince George's Chamber of Commerce, The Grove Oak Creek Golf Club, 600 Bowieville Manor Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774, 8am -10 am

• Prince George's County MeatOut Day 2024, A day to consider the health benefits of a plant-based diet for a Day

March 21

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2 PGM Library 15210 Annapolis Rd Bowie, MD 10:15 –10:45pm


• Morehouse College 2024 Glee Club Concert & Award Bowie Center for the Performing Arts, 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie, MD 7:00pm


March 22

• Bowie High School Baseball ⚾️ First Home Game of 2024 Season 15200 Annapolis Rd. Bowie, Free Event - 4:30pm

March 23

• Recovering the African American Burial Grounds at Sacred Heart, Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Road Bowie 2-3pm

• Bowie Baysox Annual Free Family FunFest, in conjunction with Macaroni KID Bowie-Crofton-Odenton at Prince George’s Stadium 4101 Crain Highway Bowie, MD 20716 10:00am to 1:00pm

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