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Dr. Jermaine Dawson in a dark suit and yellow tie speaks with a staff member in a school hallway.

Dr. Jermaine Dawson in a dark suit and yellow tie speaks with a staff member in a school hallway.

Carver Listening Tour Gives Baltimore School Communities a Voice on October 1st

Baltimore students, families, and educators have another opportunity to share their priorities with City Schools CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson. The Carver Listening Tour stop is scheduled for Thursday, October 1st, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Carver Vocational-Technical High School, 2201 Presstman Street.

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Sep 30

An elevated view of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor shows the waterfront and downtown buildings.

An elevated view of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor shows the waterfront and downtown buildings.

Baltimore City Community Grants Applications Close September 30th

Small nonprofits serving Baltimore City residents have until September 30th at 5 p.m. to apply for a program with typical awards of $20,000.

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Sep 29

Three children interact with the Maryland Science Center’s Bed of Nails exhibit, with one child lying on the exhibit and two beside it.

Three children interact with the Maryland Science Center’s Bed of Nails exhibit, with one child lying on the exhibit and two beside it.

City Schools Hosts Free Family Learning Night at the Maryland Science Center September 28th

Baltimore City Schools families can explore math, STEM and literacy at a free Maryland Science Center event from 5–7 p.m. September 28th.

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Sep 28

The historic red-brick Camden Station building in Baltimore, photographed in July 2010.

The historic red-brick Camden Station building in Baltimore, photographed in July 2010.

MARC Riders: Check These Camden and Brunswick Changes Before Monday

MARC’s September 28th changes include a new Brunswick–Camden connection, an earlier Train 844 and a removed Savage stop on Train 855.

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Sep 25

Adults and children cheer behind a barrier as three pigs run toward the camera on a paved race course.

Adults and children cheer behind a barrier as three pigs run toward the camera on a paved race course.

Pigtown Festival Returns September 26 With Music, Local Vendors, and Pig Races

Baltimore’s free Pigtown Festival returns to Washington Boulevard on September 26, with live music, local vendors, family activities, and pig races.

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Sep 24

An aerial view identifies Empire Towers at 7310 Ritchie Highway, neighboring buildings and surrounding streets.

An aerial view identifies Empire Towers at 7310 Ritchie Highway, neighboring buildings and surrounding streets.

Empire Towers Business Assistance Opens in Glen Burnie September 24

Affected businesses can get SBA application help in Glen Burnie, while an evening virtual session addresses insurance questions.

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Sep 24

Cars and a white van approach the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel beneath overhead lane signals.

Cars and a white van approach the Baltimore Harbor Tunnel beneath overhead lane signals.

Baltimore Tunnel Closures: What Drivers Should Know for September 21–24

MDTA lists different overnight schedules for I-95 and I-895, including two-way operations at the Harbor Tunnel.

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Sep 21

A row of red-brick Baltimore houses with bay windows and front stoops on a sunny day.

A row of red-brick Baltimore houses with bay windows and front stoops on a sunny day.

Baltimore Community Foundation Grants Have a September 23 Deadline

Baltimore nonprofits have until September 23 to apply for BCF’s Stronger Schools and Stronger Neighborhoods grants. Here’s where to start.

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Sep 21

A group of young people listens to an adult inside a Metro station, beside fare gates and tiled walls.

A group of young people listens to an adult inside a Metro station, beside fare gates and tiled walls.

MTA Youth Transit Council Applications Close September 16

Baltimore-area teens have one day left to apply for a volunteer role helping the agency understand young riders’ needs.

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Sep 15

White bus and bicycle lane markings appear on red pavement.

White bus and bicycle lane markings appear on red pavement.

Baltimore’s East-West Transit Project Starts October 6: What Riders Should Know

CityLink Blue and Orange corridor improvements move toward construction, with two online meetings for riders and neighbors on September 22.

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Sep 14

Three young people walk along a wooded trail.

Three young people walk along a wooded trail.

BCYF’s Summer of Possibility: $2 Million for Baltimore Youth Programs

BCYF has $2 million available for 2027 youth programming, with free application support ahead of the October 1 deadline.

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Sep 12

A white MTA commuter coach with Maryland flag markings on a city street.

A white MTA commuter coach with Maryland flag markings on a city street.

Lower Pindell Park & Ride Closes Through September 18: MTA Lists Alternate Lots

Construction closes the Lothian Lower Pindell lot September 11–18. Riders on MTA commuter routes 810 and 820 should use Bristol or Wayson’s Corner.

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Sep 11

Governor Wes Moore shakes hands with a uniformed officer outdoors while another officer stands between them.

Governor Wes Moore shakes hands with a uniformed officer outdoors while another officer stands between them.

Maryland Homebuyer Program Offers Teachers and First Responders Lower Rates and 5% Assistance

Maryland’s new program combines a lower first-mortgage rate with 5% down-payment assistance through a deferred, repayable second loan.

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Sep 10

Archival view of the red-brick Camden Station building with three towers beneath a blue sky.

Archival view of the red-brick Camden Station building with three towers beneath a blue sky.

MARC Through Service to Baltimore Starts September 28: What Riders Need to Know

One weekday train into Baltimore and one evening return will connect the Brunswick and Camden lines without a Union Station transfer.

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Sep 9

A man in a light jacket and white shirt gestures beside a microphone at a wooden lectern, with a teal BCF banner to his left.

A man in a light jacket and white shirt gestures beside a microphone at a wooden lectern, with a teal BCF banner to his left.

Baltimore Community Foundation Grants Have a September 23 Deadline for Local Projects

BCF’s Stronger Schools and Stronger Neighborhoods grants support locally developed projects across Baltimore City and County. Applications close September 23.

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Sep 9

A painting featured in Myungsook Ryu Kim’s “Encounter” listing shows fine branching stems, pink blossoms and deep blue forms over pale peach and green washes.

A painting featured in Myungsook Ryu Kim’s “Encounter” listing shows fine branching stems, pink blossoms and deep blue forms over pale peach and green washes.

Myungsook Ryu Kim’s “Encounter” Opens at Towson With a September 9 Artist Talk

Myungsook Ryu Kim’s “Encounter” opens at Towson’s Asian Arts Gallery September 9, with a free evening reception and artist talk beginning at 7 p.m.

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Sep 9

A smiling student with bows in her hair wears a red, yellow and blue sweater while sitting at a classroom desk.

A smiling student with bows in her hair wears a red, yellow and blue sweater while sitting at a classroom desk.

City Schools Families Have Until September 30 to Verify Student Information

Baltimore City Schools families must confirm student records in Campus Portal by September 30, even when nothing has changed.

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Sep 9

A colorful sculptural figure in a dark hat and red coat appears among painted wooden shapes in AVAM’s visitor imagery.

A colorful sculptural figure in a dark hat and red coat appears among painted wooden shapes in AVAM’s visitor imagery.

AVAM Begins Partial Closure With Lower Admission Rates Through October 9

AVAM’s Main Building second floor closes September 9–October 9 for installation, with reduced admission before “Flaunt” opens October 10.

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Sep 9

An adult in a red dress hands blue tote bags to families in a school hallway at BCPSfest.

An adult in a red dress hands blue tote bags to families in a school hallway at BCPSfest.

BCPS Magnet Applications Open September 15 for the 2027–28 School Year

BCPS opens its next magnet application window at noon September 15. Families can explore programs at the September 19 EXPO before the October 20 deadline.

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Sep 8

Governor Wes Moore smiling at a Maryland podium with airport workers and supporters in purple shirts behind him

Governor Wes Moore smiling at a Maryland podium with airport workers and supporters in purple shirts behind him

BWI Contract Workers Get an $18 Wage Floor as Moore Seeks Broader Coverage

Maryland’s new $18 floor covers direct MAA contract workers at BWI. Moore plans 2027 legislation to extend protection to other airport workers.

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Sep 8

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