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π± Patch AM: Essex remembers Ronnie Dove and his decades of music and friendship
Also, don't miss Community Flea Market And Book Sale on the Essex Patch calendar

Hi there, Essex! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Essex remembers Ronnie Dove and his decades of music and friendship
Also on today's calendar: Community Flea Market And Book Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees.
- Saturday: Pleasant with periods of sun, temps: high: 77, low: 67.
- Sunday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Essex community mourns loss of pop and country singer Ronnie Dove (nottinghammd.com) — Essex residents are remembering pop and country singer Ronnie Dove, who died this week at 91 after decades of close ties to the town. Local historians highlight his many hits and his regular appearances at the Essex Day Festival, where he often spoke warmly about his affection for the community and its people.
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📸 Around Essex
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Essex
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★ Featured events ★
- Community Flea Market And Book Sale →
St. John's Episcopal Church, 11901 Belair Rd, Kingsville
8:00 am - The Children's Playhouse of Maryland - Billy Elliot The Musical - LIVE ON STAGE →
Children's Playhouse of Maryland, Inc., 7201 Rossville Blvd, Baltimore
1:00 pm - Johns Hopkins Children's Center Miracles in Motion 5K →
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, 1 Safari Pl, Baltimore
8:00 am - Maryland Italian Festival Sept 25- 27 →
Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Dr, Aberdeen
10:00 am
Saturday September 19
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
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Other local events
- Let's talk about building income & traveling more →
1110 Eastern Boulevard, Essex - Pilates Wellness Event →
Charly's Waterfront, 2015 Turkey Point Road, Essex - NAMI Family Support Group in Essex →
Essex Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, 1110 Eastern Boulevard, Essex - Security Guard Card 12 Hour Class Tuesday-Session →
Essex, 422 A Eastern Blvd, Essex
9:30 am - Security Guard Card 12 Hour Class Wednesday Session →
Essex, 422 A Eastern Blvd, Essex
9:30 am - Talents Children's Business Fair in Essex →
The Fields At Renaissance Park, 99 Stemmers Run Rd, Essex
10:30 am - Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! →
Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093
9:30 am - The Big Flea in Maryland →
Maryland State Fair Grounds, 2200 York Rd, Timonium
4:00 pm
Saturday September 19
Sunday September 20
Monday September 21
Tuesday September 22
Wednesday September 23
Saturday September 26
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
📣 Essex Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Essex PatchAM possible:
- All Nite Sewer & Drain Cleaning, LLC — 4435647774
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi Neighbors.
I'm looking for someone who is skilled at installing ceiling fans. I need to replace the ceiling fan in my bedroom. (Nextdoor Fox Ridge) - I'm off and running whorm ever following me know when I started this project so now u can tell what I'm making.
so what do u all think about this one? I should be done tonight or tomorrow (Nextdoor Fox Ridge)
- Food Lion posted a job opening for PT Sales Associate Cashier in Essex. Apply here.
- Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Supervisor in Middle River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Essex here.
🗞 Nearby News
Middle River
- Community meeting to be held on future of Crane property in Middle River (nottinghammd.com)
- Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum to host Open Cockpit Day and Classic Car Show this weekend (nottinghammd.com)
- Help Fill the House for domestic abuse survivors in Maryland. Here's what to bring. (wmar2news.com)
Dundalk
- Dundalk Community Calendar: September 17 (somdnews.com)
- Baltimore music legend and 1960s hitmaker Ronnie Dove dies at 91 (wmar2news.com)
- Legislation aims to address decades-long sewage odor problem near Back River Wastewater Treatment Plant (wmar2news.com)
Perry Hall
- 'Pins With A Purpose' Fundraiser Returns To Timonium With Custom Trophies (patch.com)
Ok Essex! 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: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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