Bowie Insider Issue #153

Meet Our District 4 Council Member - Ingrid S. Watson

From presenting awards to Bowie High School students to welcoming new businesses to the community, our Bowie Council Member Ingrid S. Watson is always supporting our community.

Ingrid S. Watson, elected in November 2022, serves her first term on the Prince George's County Council, representing District 4. Her 27-year community service history includes election to the Prince George's County Democratic Central Committee (2018) and an At-Large seat on the Bowie City Council (2019). She has been a Council Liaison to several committees and led the Youth Advisory Committee.

Her career includes roles at Children's National Hospital, Employ Prince George's, and the Prince George's County Council. She has served on multiple boards and is a Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Watson holds degrees from Saint Augustine's University and the University of Phoenix. Residing in Bowie, she values her family deeply.

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New Speed Camera Locations in Bowie Effective July 1

Speed cameras in Bowie play a crucial role in enhancing road safety. These cameras help reduce speeding, a leading cause of accidents, by enforcing speed limits and encouraging responsible driving. They are strategically placed in high-risk areas, such as school zones and busy intersections, to protect pedestrians and other road users.

The presence of speed cameras has been shown to decrease the frequency and severity of accidents, leading to fewer injuries and fatalities. Additionally, the revenue generated from fines supports local infrastructure and public safety initiatives. By promoting safer driving habits and contributing to community welfare, speed cameras provide significant benefits to Bowie residents.

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Spot Bid Sale June 27 - 28

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June 26

• 2024 Pan African City Exposition, Bowie State University 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie 9:00am

• Fairy Tale Fun at Belair Mansion, 12207 Tulip Grove Dr. Bowie, 10:00am  - 11:00am

• Kids Summer Art Class By The Red Apron Artist, Courtyard by Marriott Bowie 16800 Science Drive Bowie 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Tech Innovation & AI Open Door, Bowie State University 14000 Jericho Park Rd, ELLC, 14000 Jericho Park Rd Suite A130, Bowie 11:00am - 2:30pm

• "Community Matters" With Police Chief Dwayne A. Preston, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Road Bowie 6:00pm - 8:00pm

June 27

• Senior Program: AARP Smart Driver Course™ Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr Bowie 9:45am to 3:00pm.

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2–3, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2–3, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 11:15am - 11:45am

• Family Education Night: Fall Prevention by FOX, Tribute at Melford, 17300 Melford Blvd, Bowie 5:00pm - 7:00pm

• Small Business Networking Event, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

  4101 Town Center Boulevard Bowie 7:00pm - 9:00pm

• Prince George’s County Council Members Ingrid Watson (District 4) and Wala Blegay (District 6) Town Hall meeting at Bowie City Hall 15901 Fred Robinson Way, Bowie 7:00pm

June 28

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

• Annual Beautification Awards - Application Deadline,

  Bowie City Hall Main Lobby 15901 Fred Robinson Way

  Bowie 8:00am  - 5:00pm

• Thank God I Bike Fridays with EORO & VVCC Jafe Cycling Bike Shop 10250 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy #700 Bowie 5:30pm- 7:30pm

• Flower Avenue, Old Bowie Town Grille, 8604 Chestnut Ave, Bowie 6:30pm - 9:30pm

• Conversations & Connections: Happy Hour Mixer by EZs Social Networking Club Shantoo, 1290 Crain Hwy, Bowie 7:00pm - 9:00pm

• June 28 - July 2: 2024 14U-16U-18U PG Super25 Maryland Super Qualifier Black Sox Park 2201 Mitchellville Rd Bowie

June 29

• Tai Chi at Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Road Bowie 10:00am -11:30am

• OTH ONE DAY OPEN 9-BALL SERIES #4, Center Pocket Sports Bar & Billiards 4931 Tesla Dr Unit H, Bowie 10:00am

• Fall In Love with Candle Making Trinity Lutheran Church, 6600 Laurel Bowie Rd, Bowie 1:00pm - 03:30pm

• Book Celebration: "Ella Gets the D" by Tanvier Peart, Barnes & Noble Bowie Town Center, 15455 Emerald Way, Bowie 2:00pm

• Summer Concert Series - Band: Harlem & The Heartbeats - Bowie Town Center 15606 Emerald Way Bowie 7:00pm - 9:00pm

• Joe Clair Presents: Bangin' In Bowie, Bowie Center for the Performing Arts - Various Shows

June 30

• Bowie Farmers' Market, Bowie High School parking lot 15200 Annapolis Rd Bowie 8:00am - 12:00pm

• SUNNY SIDE UP - Brunch & Day Party, CK & Lounge, 3524 Crain Hwy, Bowie, 12:00pm - 6:00pm

• Sip & Sew Social - Beach Bag Edition, Center Pocket Billiards

  4931 Tesla Dr Unit H Bowie 2:00pm - 4:00pm

• 2024 Summer Sunset Concert Series - Airmen of Note (Jazz) Allen Pond Park 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 6:00pm - 8:00pm

• Alanis Morissette – The Triple Moon Tour Merriweather Post Pavilion 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia 7:00pm

July 1

• EARLY morning run - Bowie CAVA in Bowie, 15480 Annapolis Rd 5:30am - 6:30am

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 2–3, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Fizz, Pop, Boom! Presented by the Science Guys of Baltimore Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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