Bowie Insider Issue #209

Strengthening Bowie’s Business Community: The Role of the Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee plays a vital role in enhancing the economic well-being of Bowie. Its primary mission is to advise the City Council on economic development, while actively participating in the creation, implementation, and refinement of the city's economic development strategy. The committee focuses on boosting local job creation, retaining businesses, increasing the tax base, and improving the overall quality of life.

Key responsibilities include contributing to the Area Master Plan, providing feedback on business growth efforts, and offering a platform for community and business engagement. The committee collaborates with local, state, and federal agencies to support marketing strategies and promote the retention and expansion of existing businesses. Ultimately, the committee works to expand Bowie’s economic base and offer informed recommendations to the City Council on related issues.

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Bowie International Festival - Saturday, September 14th

Bowie Police Press Release - Incident on September 12, 2024

Bowie State Softball Team Honored by Baysox for Championship Wins

The Bowie State University softball team was celebrated by the Bowie Baysox on September 5 during their game against the Harrisburg Senators, honoring the Bulldogs for winning back-to-back CIAA championships. The evening, part of the Baysox’s HBCU/Divine Nine theme night, featured performances by the Bowie State Choir, including the National Anthem and "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

Softball coach Ed Powell threw out the ceremonial first pitch, expressing pride in the team's achievements and recognition. Throughout the game, the Bulldogs were highlighted with stadium announcements and participated in fun activities, further bonding as they aim for a third consecutive championship next season.

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September 13

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 3–5, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie

• Kids Kaboose at Old Bowie Welcome Center 8614 Chestnut Avenue

  Bowie 10:30am - 11:30am

• Fall Porch Pot Workshop, Patuxent Nursery 2410 Crain Highway

  Bowie 11:00am - 12:00pm and 2:00pm - 3:00pm

• Highlighting the Underground Railroad Tour, Marietta House Museum 5626 Bell Station Road Glenn Dale 11:00am - 1:00pm

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• Songwriters Festival, Susan Campbell Park Annapolis 5pm - 10pm

• Tai Chi at Belair Mansion 12207 Tulip Grove Road Bowie 6:30pm - 8:30pm

September 14

• Tanger National Harbor Small Business Market, 6800 Oxon Hill Rd. National Harbor - Bowie’s Neighborhood Rug Dealer will have custom tufted rugs for sale. 10:00am - 4:00pm

• Weed Warrior Workday Whitemarsh Park 16500 Whitemarsh Drive

  Bowie 9:00am - 12:00pm

• Montpelier Farms Fall Festival, 1720 North Crain Hwy Upper Marlboro 10:00am

• Bowie International Festival, Allen Pond Park 3330 Northview Drive Bowie 11:00am - 5:00pm

September 15

• Bowie Farmers' Market, Bowie High School parking lot

  15200 Annapolis Road Bowie 8:00am - 12:00pm

• Bay Bridge Paddle, Sandy Point State Park 1100 East College Parkway Annapolis 8:00am

• Make A Mocktail With Sips With Sav, Patuxent Nursery 2410 Crain Highway Bowie 11:00am - 12:00pm

• Yoga Under the Tree - S5:E6 w/Coco, Fairwood Community Park 12390 Fairwood Pkwy, Bowie 2:00pm

September 16

• Ready 2 Read Storytime: Ages 0–2, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Road Bowie 11:00am - 11:30am

• Regular City Council Meeting, Bowie City Hall 15901 Fred Robinson Way Bowie 8:00pm

September 17

• Kids Achieve Club, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 4:00pm - 5:00pm

• Teen Zone, Bowie Library 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 2:00pm - 5:00pm

• What's in a Curl? Understanding Your Own Hair, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Road Bowie 6:00pm - 7:00pm

September 18

• Wednesday Pop-Up Yoga at Belair Mansion, 12207 Tulip Grove Drive Bowie 10:00am - 11:00am

• Senior Program: Intro to Meditation, Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr. Bowie 12:30pm - 1:30pm

• Teens Create: Welcoming Week Card Art, Bowie Libary 15210 Annapolis Rd, Bowie 3:00pm - 4:00pm

• Old Bowie Farmers' Market - Wednesday Nights, The Market will be held at the City of Bowie Parking Lot on Railroad Ave 4:00pm - 7:00pm

• Teen Action Group (TAG), South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 4:30pm - 5:30

• Kids Create: Paper Bag Scarecrows and Handprint Acorns, South Bowie Library 15301 Hall Rd, Bowie 6:30pm - 7:30pm

• Diversity Committee Meeting, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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