🌱 Catonsville Artists Wanted + Today's Increase In COVID Cases

Happy Thursday, Catonsville! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today.

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First, today's weather:

Times of sun and clouds. High: 44 Low: 32.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Catonsville:

1. The Baltimore County Arts Guild is looking for Catonsville artists. The Arts Guild, which has locations at both Catonsville and Arbutus, is welcoming applications from artists who wish to exhibit and sell their work at the 2022 Arts & Drafts Festival from June 25 to June 26, 2022. Both new and established artists, in any medium, are encouraged to apply. (Baltimore County Arts Guild)
2. Baltimore County saw an increase of 1,011 cases of COVID-19 and 19 additional deaths from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, according to data from the New York Times. Baltimore County's Health Department has several in-person testing locations and many more drive-thru or at-home testing options. (Baltimore County Health Department)
3. Food Lions in Maryland have recalled two salad kits for potential listeria contamination. Those who bought the in-store prepared Cobb and Chef's Salad Kits can bring their kits back to the Catonsville Food Lion for a refund equal to double the purchase price. (Patch)

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Today in Catonsville:

• Before Chocolate At Benjamin Banneker Historical Park And Museum (1:00 P.M.)
• Whiskey Tasting And A First Time Home Buyers Seminar With Raffle At The Point In Fells (6 P.M.)

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From my notebook:

• Catonsville Chamber of Commerce encourages residents to shop locally for all the grocery items people may need by supporting local businesses and small community shops. (Facebook)
• Staub Art Studio on Edmondson Ave. has opened up a new six-week adult art class beginning Tuesday, Jan. 18 through Feb. 22 for $175 per person. (Facebook)
• Catonsville Chamber of Commerce wished a happy one-year anniversary to its member, Culinary Craft Workshop, which offers fabulous cooking classes in the Catonsville area. Patrons can support them by giving a gift certificate to a neighbor, friend, or family member. (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.