Ridgely's Record
May 2005

Community Meeting
The May community meeting will be Wed., May 4th at 7pm, upstairs at Camden Pub. All who live and/or work in the neighborhood are welcome.
Contact president@ridgelysdelight.org with agenda items.

Brew at the Zoo
Sat. May 28th, from 3-7pm is the annual Microbrew fest at the Maryland Zoo. Join in this great outdoor festival featuring area brewers, wineries and live bands. Rain or shine, tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Admission includes 10 drink tickets, and the first 2,000 guests receive a free mug. Call 410.396.7162 for tickets.

Register for Residential Parking Permit
Parking sticker renewal begins May 15. The renewal process may be done two ways. (1) Go to the Dept of Parking at 200 W. Lombard and renew your Area 5 parking permit. Bring proof of residency, check or credit card and car registration(s). (2) Save a step by paying online before going-go to http://www.baltimoreprefparking.com/, and follow the instructions. Take your printed receipt, proof of residency and car registration(s) to the Dept of Parking. Note both options require a trip to the Dept of Parking. The parking office will have extended evening hours for Ridgely's Delight on a date & time to be named in the next newsletter. For more information call 443-573-2800.

First Friday Happy Hour
This month were getting a little creative as the locals will have their hands full with O's fans. It's a chance to try out some place new (to some), so we'll be at Patrick's Irish Pub, on Pratt Street across from the B&O Rail Museum on May 6th. Don't miss a fun time and live Irish music!

Join Ridgely's Delight Running Club
Enjoy the weather and good company while getting in shape. Join a club including a weekly group run, a monthly e-mail informing you of area races and much more. If interested, send an e-mail to mh2181@yahoo.com.

On summer break…
Both Game Night and Craft Nights at the Pooch are on a brief hiatus for the summer. Keep an eye on the newsletter for announcements as they both will pick up in the fall.

Renovating? Additional Access to CHAP Info
Check out the architectural guidelines for historic district renovations now available on-line. They are based on the existing city-wide CHAP guidelines, but are tailored to the specific architecture in Ridgely's. If you are planning on making renovations or additions, please call Paul at 410-234-1350. Remember, all exterior changes require CHAP approval. To view the guidelines, visit:
www.ridgelysdelight.org/history/chap.html.

Good Neighbor Trash Tips
The third of a four part series…Tips for recycling
Cans and bottles are collected on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month EXCEPT ON HOLIDAYS and all materials go in blue plastic bags, supplied by many area grocery stores. Paper is collected on the 2nd and 4th Friday and goes in paper bags, cardboard boxes, or tied securely with string. Please consult the Record for the current monthly calendar. For more info visit: http://www.baltimorecity.gov/services/.

A Neighborhood Book Signing
Don't miss the opportunity to meet Johnny Slaughter, long-time Ridgely's resident, memoirist and author of the new book, Brother In The Bush, An African American's Search for Self in East Africa. Johnny will be signing books at the Pooch, Thurs. May 5th from 5-8pm. Books will be available for purchase, but if you can't wait just go to www.brotherinthebush.com.

On the Move?
Just a reminder for those moving in and out. Please properly dispose of your belongings. Don't just pile it up on the sidewalk; this could result in fines for the landlord and loss of security deposits. Call 311 for bulk trash pick-up. May 3rd and June 7th are the next two scheduled bulk trash days, but you must call at least one week in advance. If you prefer, take a trip to the dump, a fun and educational experience!

Preakness Celebration 2005
Saturday May 21st is this year's running of the Preakness Stakes. The race will be run at 6:09, but other races throughout the day are worth an early arrival. For tickets and information visit www.marylandracing.com or call 410.542.9400.

Wear the Neighborhood Name on Your Sweatshirt
You don't have to be the president of the Ridgely's Delight Association to get the neighborhood's name on your sweatshirt, t-shirt or knickers. You can also get a Ridgely'sDelight totebag or clothes for your dog. When you order through ridgelysdelight.org, part of the proceeds will go to the community association. The money will help pay for the neighborhoood's newsletter and website. Click here for more info.

Contact Information
Contact the newsletter editor, President of the community and the CHAP representative online:
newsletter@ridgelysdelight.org
president@ridgleysdelight.org
chap@ridgelysdelight.org

Recycling Calendar


Bulk Trash Pick-up: 1st Tuesday of the month. Call 311 for pick-up one week prior.

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