🌱 Patch AM: How new state grants could reshape walking and biking in Catonsville

Hello Catonsville! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How new state grants could reshape walking and biking in Catonsville
• Why recent Towson and Catonsville shootings have neighbors rethinking safety

Also on today's calendar: We Care Elkridge - Community Cook & Family Fun - FREE and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the fish say when she hit a wall? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Monday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 77 and low of 52 degrees.
• Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 76, low: 59.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Maryland Department of Transportation Deploys $11.3 Million to Expand Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure Across Maryland (thebaynet.com) — Catonsville is set to benefit from new state bike and pedestrian funding, with a design project aimed at improving safe walking and biking access to parks, schools, and local business areas. The $11.3 million statewide package backs 24 projects, but one is specifically targeted to enhance active transportation connections in Catonsville's commercial and neighborhood corridors. Expect safer, more connected routes in coming years.
   

• Third weekend shooting rocks Baltimore County as Towson residents fear for safety (foxbaltimore.com) — A recent fatal shooting in Towson has nearby residents on edge, and Baltimore County police are still searching for answers. The incident follows another recent shooting in Catonsville, underscoring broader safety concerns in communities just minutes from your neighborhood. Neighbors describe changing routines and a shaken sense of security as detectives ask anyone with information to come forward.
   

📸 Around Catonsville

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Catonsville

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 19
• We Care Elkridge - Community Cook & Family Fun - FREE →
  5929 Setter Dr, Elkridge
  12:00 pm
Sunday September 20
• Inner Peace Summit: A Day to Recharge. Reconnect. →
  Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum - VA, 14020 Thunderbolt Rd., Chantilly, VA,
  12:00 pm
Saturday September 26
• Animal Advocates of Howard County HUGE Annual Yard Sale! →
  Animal Advocates of Howard County, 8775 Cloudleap Ct, Columbia
  8:30 am
Sunday September 27
• Maryland Italian Festival Sept 25- 27 →
  Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Dr, Aberdeen
  10:00 am

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Other local events

Monday September 14
• Northrop Grumman Gaveliers Toastmasters Club →
  Zoom
  6:30 pm
Friday September 18
• Zen Hiking led by Vicki Bannister & Sissy Greisman →
  Rockburn Branch Park, 5400 Landing Rd, Elkridge
  9:30 am
Saturday September 19
• Free Community Yard Sale! →
  9:00 am
Monday September 21
• Northrop Grumman Gaveliers Toastmasters Club →
  Zoom
  6:30 pm
Saturday September 26
• Self-Defense for Teens →
  Catonsville Seido Karate, 6159-B Edmondson Ave, Catonsville
  3:00 pm
• Fall Equinox Sound Bath led by Megan Martino →
  Rolling Brook Yoga, 730 Frederick Rd, Catonsville
  4:00 pm
Sunday September 27
• Yoga for Pregnancy & Labor hosted by Bridget Hackley & Berlin Krebs →
  Rolling Brook Yoga, 730 Frederick Rd, Catonsville
  3:00 pm
Saturday October 3
• Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! →
  Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093
  9:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Erickson Senior Living posted a job opening for Receiver - Stock Utility in Catonsville. Apply here.
• Teledyne posted a job opening for Quality Control Inspector in Elkridge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Catonsville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Baltimore

• Derrick Henry's rushes for 3 TDs and Lamar Jackson lights up the Colts in the Ravens' 41-23 win (wbal.com)
• Presidential Message on the Anniversary of the Battle of Fort McHenry (whitehouse.gov)
• 38-year-old beloved steakhouse chain closing over 40 locations (thestreet.com)

Randallstown

• An AI-altered photo of a ram won a Maryland State Fair contest, sparking outcry (thebanner.com)

Ok Catonsville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Dam! (Thank you George G. for sending it in!)
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