Filling Station Celebrates Final Weekend at Cockeysville Location

Much to the disappointment of many local residents, celebrated its at the intersection of Falls and Shawan roads in Cockeysville.

The 10-year-old coffee shop, which was housed in a former gas station, has served as a community meeting place with an avid following. Owner Meg Enns recognized the closing with a low-key gathering. 

Loyal patrons gathered under the stone portico to hear live music, sample light fare and celebrate the community that The Filling Station came to represent.

"It has been wonderful having Meg as our neighbor for the last 10 years," said longtime customer Tom Whedbee. "It’s been amazing how Meg has brought that sense of community back. Sitting at a table at on a weekend morning became an event, catching up with neighbors and meeting new ones."

that Enns is closing the store on Sept. 30 due to disagreements with the landlord. She said she may decide to re-open the coffee shop at the Shawan Road location if the two are able to resolve their differences. For now, Enns is grateful for the outpouring of support from the community.

"I am overwhelmed by the love and support of this community," Enns said, "The Filling Station has not only been about good coffee, it has been about building relationships.  We all built this business together, something you don’t find in today’s world."

, which is housed in a building owned by Enns, will remain open. Barista Alex Chay said that management is also considering a mobile operation.

"After 10 years, old and new friends gathered to enjoy a beautiful Sunday afternoon, share memories of the shop, and listen to live music, but not to say goodbye," Enns wrote in an email to Patch. "We will walk away with our heads high, knowing that the energy and community we have here will manifest and grow at our store in Sparks."