2009 November EVENTS
The HCSA is pleased to present our monthly "E-News" with information on news and upcoming events taking place in the Charles Street district.
Let's Eat! Charles Street
Saturday, November 7 12pm to 6pm Come to an outdoor celebration and spend the afternoon indulging in delicious food, revitalizing drinks, live music and belly dancing provided by establishments from our Charles Street corridor! Enjoy getting together with friends and neighbors at this Fall block party on Read Street between Charles and Cathedral. Fun for the family, admission is free and open to all, with food and drink prices to vary. Featured participants include:
Brewers Art Restaurant @ http://www.thebrewersart.com/;
George's @ http://www.peabodycourthotel.com/dining.php/;
El Guapito @ http://www.elguapitomexicanrestaurant.com/;
Howard's of Mt.Vernon @ http://www.myhowards.net/;
Lumbini Restaurant @ http://www.lumbinirestaurant.com/;
Marie Louise Bistro @ http://www.marielouisecatering.com/;
Mick O'Sheas @ http://www.mickosheas.com/;
Saschas 527 Restaurant @ http://www.saschas.com/;
Spirits of Mt. Vernon @ http://www.spiritsofmtvernon.com/;
The Helmand Restaurant@ http://www.helmand.com/;
For more information about Let's Eat! Charles Street, please contact michele@charlesstreet.net or call HCSA at 410-332-4144.
HCSA Annual Meeting
November 20 8 to 10am HCSA's Annual Meeting will be held at the Tremont Grand on Friday, November 20. Members and their guests will be brought up to speed with a special presentation on development projects along the Charles Street corridor. Breakfast is complimentary. For more information, contact michele@charlesstreet.net, or call 410-332-4144.
Special Thanks to Larry Lewis of The Downtown Partnership for an informative and enlightening presentation at the October 21 HCSA Crime Prevention Meeting. HCSA members were provided with valuable tips on robbery awareness, prevention and response. Representing a cross-section of our membership from retailers and business owners to religious and educational institutions, attendees were able to address their specific security concerns. As a result of this meeting, some of the members are interested in forming some sort of neighborhood watch program. If you would like to get involved with this effort, please contact michele@charlesstreet.net.
Important Roadwork Announcement!
Roadwork begins early November on the 300 block of Charles Street. Trigen is replacing the steam pipe, and expects the project to take three months. Of the three lanes on Charles, the east lane will be totally closed off by a jersey wall from Saratoga to Pleasant. Essentially, there will be only one lane open for most of the day. The west lane will still be available for parking, except for the hours between 4 and 6pm to allow for two traffic lanes open for evening rush hour. Signs placed south of the roadwork will direct motorists. Due to the jersey wall, pedestrians will not be able to cross Charles Street in the middle of the block. All businesses on both sides of the street will remain open during this time!
Special Events along Charles Street
An die Musik Live! 409 N. Charles Street
Though November Check out the website to learn about this live jazz, classical and concert music venue! For more information about this month's featured talents, call 410-385-2638, or visit http://www.AndieMusikLIVE.com/
The Charles Theatre, 1711 N. Charles
November 19 7:30pm Crispin Hellion Glover will appear in person to present his Big Slide Show! Get information on this and other upcoming film attractions, Cinema Sundays and more by visiting http://www.thecharles.com/, or calling 410-727-FILM.
The only theatre of its kind in Baltimore, The Charles is surrounded by lots of interesting restaurants and entertainment venues in Station North. To learn more about The Station North Arts and Entertainment District, please visit http://stationnorth.com/.
The First Unitarian Church, corner of Franklin and Charles Streets
November 13 8pm Coldspring Jazz Quartet at First Unitarian Church of Baltimore. Join this Baltimore based group for a cabaret evening of jazz. Soft drinks and bar snacks provided. Beer and wine for purchase. Tickets ($12) available at the door. Use Parish Hall entrance on Charles St., corner of Hamilton St. downtown. For a sample of their sound, visit http://www.coldspringjazz.com/. Contact: MusicCommittee@FirstUnitarian.net.
The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
November 18 7:30 to 9am Leaders+Legends Speaker Series features Greg Lucier, Chairman and CEO of Life Technologies. The topic is "Building a 21st Century Company". Breakfast served. Legg Mason Tower at Harbor East. $35. Register at http://carey.jhu.edu/landing_pages/leadersandlegends/index.html or call 410-516-7269.
The Helmand, 806 N. Charles
Through November The Helmand is celebrating it's 20 year anniversary! A special $20.00 Pre fixe menu as well as $20.00 bottles of wine are being offered, extending through December 30th 2009. For more information, please visit http://www.helmand.com/.
Mick O'Shea's Irish Pub, 328 N. Charles
Sundays 11am to 3pm Enjoy Sunday Brunch with mimosas or bloody marys. 1pm Football Specials with hot dogs, sliders and cheesesteaks. From 8pm to close, hospitality night - bring your paystub and get 20% off your bill! For more information, call 410-539-7504 or visit http://www.mickosheas.com/
The Walters Art Museum 600 N. Charles Street
November 20-22 10am to 5pm Classical Links: Jewelry Fair at the Walters The Women's Committee of the Walters Art Museum presents this sixth annual jewelry event at the museum. Classical Links will showcase 20 of America's best jewelers in the Walters' Sculpture Court, offering pieces varying in style from traditional to contemporary. The weekend will also offer a variety of activities and celebrations, including a fashion show, opening night party and gallery talks featuring exhibiting jewelers and members of the Walters' curatorial staff. Price is $10 which includes entry fee for the entire weekend. Additional fees for other activities. To obtain tickets or information, visit http://www.wamwc.org/, call 410-547-9000, ext. 305 or email jfinfo@thewalters.org. For general information on other exhibits at the Walters, please visit http://www.thewalters.org/ or call 410-547-9000.
The Wedding Library and Cafe 518 N. Charles Street
November 13 6pm to 9pm You are invited to a Monthly Mixer. Open to everyone, not just businesses!
November 27 11am to 6pm Black Friday shopping for Brides - Get a head start on planning your wedding! For more information on the above events, please contact info@theweddinglibraryandcafe.com, call 410-837-2450 or visit http://theweddinglibraryandcafe.com/.
The Women's Industrial Exchange, 333 N. Charles Street
November 5 5 to 7pm Please drop in for our First Thursday Shoppers' Social!
November 14 Noon to 3pm The Craft Exchange presents a free, hands-on workshop. Learn to make chains using only a dowel, pliers and wire. Complete a bracelet or necklace in this session, with optional bead components. Choose to donate your project to the ongoing Jewelry Project, which benefits House of Ruth's shelter based art program, or keep your craft! Please reserve your space by calling 410-685-4388 or e-mailing wiedirector@gmail.com. You can also visit http://www.womansindustrialexchange.org/
Turp's Sports Bar and Restaurant, 1317 N. Charles
Through November Check out the newest and only sports bar in Mount Vernon! Turp's offers a large menu of tasty pub-style appetizers and entrees in a casual atmosphere. For more information, visit http://www.turpsonline.com/ or call 410-347-0349.
A special thanks to Phil Quick and Turp's management for hosting the October HCSA Happy Hour. Our members enjoyed mingling and munching in this lively new establishment filled with great food and fun!
We wish to acknowledge and thank the following Masquerade on Charles 2009 Sponsors:
Platinum Mask Sponsor:
Baltimore's Tremonts Historic Venue and All-Suite Hotel
Gold Mask Sponsor:
Southern Management Corporation
Bronze Mask Sponsor:
Heath Design Group
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