Town of Colmar Manor, Maryland

Why should you attend?? Our goal is to help bring out or enrich your inner green thumb. We’ll provide practical and proven growing methods for plants that grow well in our zone which will include vegetables, herbs and their flower companions. After this workshop you should be able to start and maintain a garden from scratch using raised beds, containers or planting directly into the ground. BONUS:  You can purchase locally grown, open-pollinated, heirloom and native seeds to get your garden off to a good start. EXTRA BONUS:  Free seeds with purchase of your summer favorites to help get started even faster. Your presenter, Linda L. Jones, Elements of Nature, will help you to grow and nurture your inner green thumb and have a fun and delightful talk about organic and sustainable gardening practices.  Linda will share her tips for starting and maintaining gardens as well as identifying and preventing common problems gardeners share in their gardening experiences....

Join Mayor & Council February 8, 2022 at 7pmVia Zoom Link https://tinyurl.com/yeu3mjz6 Meeting ID: 826 7950 6698 Passcode: 3611 If you have any questions please call town hall at 301-277-4920 ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` ` Únase a la Alcaldesa y al Consejo 8 de Febrero de 2022 a las 7pm Vía Zoom Link https://tinyurl.com/yeu3mjz6 Meeting ID: 826 7950 6698 Passcode: 3611   Si tiene preguntas comuníquese con la alcaldía al 301-277-4920  

The Environmental Finance Center at the University of Maryland, Maryland Black Mayors, Inc., and the Anacostia Watershed Society are pleased to invite homeowners of Brentwood, Colmar Manor, and Fairmount Heights to attend this free workshop. Cost: Free! Where: VIRTUAL via Zoom When: Tuesday, February 22nd, 7:00 – 8:00 pm OVERVIEW: Learn about how to receive free rain barrels and landscaping projects at your home! Attendees will hear about the Maryland Black Mayors Advancing Stormwater Management project which has funding for homeowners who qualify to receive free rain barrels, native gardens, and/or trees installed at their property! Learn about why stormwater is an environmental concern and what you can do to be part of the clean water solution! Pre-registration is required. Use this link to register: https://go.umd.edu/qTy Questions: Email Natalia Sanchez at nsanchez@umd.edu Event flier available a...

  Residents,   Washington Gas’ has an outstanding paid utility and construction training career opportunity that is scheduled to start on February 14th (see the attached Utility and Construction Training Program). Training slots are still available. The Prince George’s Community College’s Team Builders has asked us to help them identify participants. They are seeking referrals from faith-based, community-based and local government leaders.   If you are interested in participating in the training program and attend a recruitment session February 9th at 5:00pm, Please contact the town hall. More info at http://colmarmanor.org/images/2022-02-09_Utility_and_Construction_Training_Program.pdf     Residentes,   Washington Gas tiene una excelente oportunidad de carrera de capacitación en construcción y servicios públicos pagada que está programada para comenzar el 14 de febrero (consulte el Programa de capacitación en construcción y servicios públicos adjunto)...

Colmar Manor Green Team will meet via Zoom on Monday, January 24th at 7pm.   Special guest Mike Hunninghake, Program Manager for Sustainable Maryland UMD, will review our Action Plan and assist us plan for the future. View the current plan at https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AnS37-XMf6MuGmTwk5Ak551RwnpOKcwkR9sqETqHo9g/edit#gid=1012364486 Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8904308378?pwd=UUJaT1VKLzNXS3h1MHdkMHo3YXpsZz09 Meeting ID: 890 430 8378 Passcode: 3611 Join by telephone at 301-715-8592

Basic CERT Training is again available within Prince George's County beginning on November 20 & 21 at 9 AM. The CERT training is 16 hours over the course of 2 days and will be held at the Prince George's County Office of Emergency Management located at 7915 Anchor Street, Hyattsville, MD. Basic CERT Training covers skills that are important to know in a disaster when emergency services are not available. With training and practice, and by working as a team, you will be able to protect yourself and maximize your capability to help for the greatest number of people after a disaster. If you are interested in joining a CERT team this is a great training for you to attend. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prince-georges-county-office-of-emergency-management-basic-cert-training-tickets-204467777627

 

  Interested in playing tennis?  Join us for TENNIS WITH NEIGHBORS Saturday, July 10th - 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM Colmar Manor Ballfields Tennis Courts No Experience Needed - Sports Equipment Provided * * * F R E E * * * For more info contact Councilmember Hobbs at 202-440-7731

GREEN TEAM MEETING Monday, June 21, 2021 at 7:00 PM via Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86551660263?pwd=K1N6Z25iK1o5WVpiRzVXZ2FxeDRDQT09 Call in: 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 865 5166 0263 Pass code: 3611 PDF flier with links at http://colmarmanor.org/images/2021-06-21_Green_Team_Meeting_01.pdf

  COLMAR MANOR BEAUTIFICATION CONTEST  To enter email us at: ColmarManorCommunityGardenClub @gmail.com In your email please include: 1. Pictures of your front yard only displaying your yard beautification 2. Include your home address Your yard will be entered to be judged in the beautification contest (Garden Club members and Mayor & Town Council not eligible). Only (1) submission per household. Each submission receives a participation gift. Prizes will be awarded for the first place winners of each ward. Judging takes place from June 21-July 2nd. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 during the town's general meeting. Good Luck! Brought to you by the Colmar Manor Community Garden Club   COLMAR MANOR PATIO MAS BELLO CONCURSO Como Participar: Envíenos un email a ColmarManorCommunityGardenClub@gmail.com Incluya en su correo electrónico: 1. fotos de su patio/jardín al frente de su casa mostrando el embelleci...

Join the Colmar Manor Community Garden Club for 'Wine in the East Garden' on Friday, June 25th, at 6:30 PM at 4321 Newton Street (rain date July 9th).

At the June council worksession, Council member Doug Bowles introduced a resolution recognizing June as Lesbian, Gay , Bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQ+) Pride Month in Colmar Manor.   Passage of the resolution is expected at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Town Council on June 8 th .    A copy of the proposed resolution is available at https://tinyurl.com/cmuamjzd The resolution also calls for the raising of the Pride flag at the Town Hall flagpole.   This special event will take place at 12:00 Noon on Thursday, June 10, 2021.   All are invited to attend.  

Colmar Manor Residents: The American Rescue Plan offers provision for parents who need child care assistance in order to return to work. Please fill out this survey so we can have a better understanding of your needs. Please return this survey by 3pm Friday June 4, 2021. Please click here for the survey https://forms.gle/D1ysFHa2UTcCjGEB6   Residentes de Colmar Manor: El American Rescue Plan ofrece disposiciones para los padres que necesitan asistencia con el cuidado de sus hijos para poder regresar al trabajo. Complete esta encuesta para que podamos comprender mejor sus necesidades. Envíe esta encuesta antes de las 3 p.m. del viernes 4 de junio de 2021.  Haga clic aquí para ver la encuesta https://forms.gle/D1ysFHa2UTcCjGEB6

Town of Colmar Manor JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION   Juneteenth is an annual celebration to commemorate Black Independence Day where the last of the African-American slaves became free June 19, 1865.  Join us for a   Community Celebration & Pop-Up Market Saturday, June 19 th , 12 Noon to 6 PM 4017 Bladensburg Road Colmar Manor, MD 20722   Support small vendors, food vendors, live entertainment, FREE NEW SCHOOL UNIFORMS and much more!   Currently accepting vendors ($25 / spot; $10 table rental (limited availability)   For more information call 301-277-4920   To sign up as a vendor e-mail monica@signdreamers-dcmetro.com

Cottage City COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Saturday, June 5, 2021 – 10 AM to 4 PM Location: Anacostia River Trail 4200 Bunker Hill Rd Cottage City, MD 20722 Ages 12 and up Pre-register at https://forms.gle/QV89icY2wwfhLo1A6 For more information call 301-232-7017

ATTENTION PEDESTRIANS & CYCLISTS:  There are two pedestrian bridges alongside Bladensburg Road at Dueling Creek (between Port Towns Shopping Center and Fort Lincoln Cemetery) . . . one on the Cottage City side and one on the Colmar Manor side.  Both pedestrian bridges are currently closed for repair and/or replacement.  Maryland State Highway Administration has established a detour for pedestrians & cyclists.  Safe passage is available on the Cottage City side of Bladensburg Road at Dueling Creek.  Please use the crosswalks at 38 th Street and in front of Xtra Fuels at 3556 Bladensburg Road (see map) to access the detour. Officials from both towns are working closely with the State Highway Administration and other involved agencies as the projects progress forward.  The pedestrian bridge on the Colmar Manor side is expected to re-open late this year.  Replacement of the pedestrian bridge on the Cottage City side will take much longer.  ...

Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season. TOWN OFFICES - Town offices will be closed on Monday, May 31st. If you have a police or fire emergency dial 911. For non-emergency police response please call 301-352-1200. TRASH COLLECTION - Monday, May 31st - only household trash will be collected - yard waste will not be collected - yard waste will be collected again on Monday, June 7th. CEREMONY @ PEACE CROSS - Colmar Manor American Legion Post 131 and the Town of Bladensburg will hold their annual Memorial Day Ceremony this Monday, May 31st, at 11:00 AM near Peace ...

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND TRASH COLLECTION IN COLMAR MANOR Friday, May 28 - recyclables will be collected as usual (please remember to break down cardboard boxes and no plastic bags) Monday, May 31st - only household trash will be collected - yard waste will not be collected - yard waste will be collected again on Monday, June 7th.

Neighborhood Watch Meeting 7 PM on Thursday, May 27th Join your neighbors to discuss crime concerns in YOUR community. This meeting will be held via Zoom visit www.zoom.us or call (301) 715-8592 Meeting ID: 838 4817 2392 Password: 3611

Gaia’s Hands presents the Colmar Manor Pop-Up Shop   Saturday, May 22, 2021 12 Noon to 6 PM   4017 Bladensburg Road Colmar Manor, MD   Limited booths available.   Register now! Slots are $25 + $10 for table rentals.   To pre-register please email your name, company name, contact number, type of business and products you will be selling to: gaishands@gmail.com   Must pre-register by May 17 th !