Neighborhood Notes: July 2025

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July 4th Celebrations and Fireworks
This year’s Inner Harbor July 4th festivities will begin at 6 pm, a live band performance from Avenue 66 along the Waterfront Promenade at 7 pm and the fireworks will begin at 9 pm. There will be a drone show at 9:30 pm at Middle Branch Park. Neighbors, grab a blanket or some chairs and we’ll see you at Canton Waterfront Park for the fireworks! DETAILS

Since you’ll be able to see an awesome display over Canton, please leave the fireworks to the professionals. Consumer use of fireworks is illegal in Baltimore City. And, it scares animals, can trigger PTSD, could cause a fire, and lots of other not-so-great stuff. So, please be a responsible and thoughtful neighbor, and DON’T set off fireworks in the city!

Christmas in July at Lighthouse Point
Stop by Lighthouse Point Marina on Saturday, July 19 from 1-5 pm for a festive Christmas in July celebration! As part of the event, they’re hosting a Canned Food Drive to benefit Soup for the Soul, plus donating a portion of transient slip fees that weekend to support their mission. The marina is located at 2780 Lighthouse Point E and will be collecting items from local businesses and residents, July 14-20. Donations of canned goods and nonperishables can be dropped off at the marina office 7 days a week between 9 am-5 pm. Let’s spread some summer cheer and help fight hunger in our community!

Patterson Park Public Pool Schedule 2025
Patterson Park Public Pool, 148 S. Linwood Avenue is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday noon-3 pm & 4-7 pm, Friday-Sunday 11 am-3 pm & 4-8 pm. The pool will be closed on Tuesdays for general maintenance. For more info or to register for an account, visit https://bcrp.baltimorecity.gov/aquatics. 

Canton Library – Summer Break Baltimore
Summer Break Baltimore is underway! Participants receive a free Summer Break t-shirt upon registration as well as a free book to add to their home library in June, July, and August, available while supplies and sizes last. Book title availability will vary and t-shirts are expected to go quickly, so visit your local library to learn more.  Once registered for Summer Break Baltimore, you can earn entries into monthly prize drawings by reading books and attending programs at the Library! Stop by your nearest Pratt Library location to redeem your raffle tickets each time you read a book or attend a program. The Canton Library is located at 1030 S. Ellwood St.

Baltimore Community Fridge Network
Are you planning a summer cookout or is your office or organization hosting a catered event this summer? Please consider packaging and sharing the leftovers at one of the Bmore Community Fridge Network sites! The closest to Canton is the Linwood Community Fridge at 123 N. Linwood Ave. in Patterson Park. Baltimore Community Food Network coordinates free food, meals, and resources in support of volunteer-run refrigerators across the Baltimore area to combat food insecurity and waste. Visit their LINKTREE for details about site location or to volunteer or donate.

Leftover Love  - Seeking Volunteers
Leftover Love Inc., is a Baltimore-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to rescuing fresh leftover food from local businesses and delivering it to those in need. Do you have 30 minutes in your week or month to help? If so, they are looking for volunteers to help pick up and deliver the rescued food. To become a food donor, email leftoverloveinc@gmail.com. To volunteer as a driver or for more information, visit www.LeftoverLoveInc.org. 

CASA Hotline and Immigrant Rights
CASA provides critical services to immigrant and working-class families, and advocates for their rights. With over 173,000

lifetime members across 46 US states, CASA is a national powerhouse organization building power and improving the quality of life in working-class: Black, Latino/a/e, Afro-descendent, Indigenous, and Immigrant communities. CASA creates change with its powerbuilding model blending human services, community organizing, and advocacy in order to serve the full spectrum of the needs, dreams, and aspirations of members. CASA offers a Raid Tip Hotline at 1-888-214-6016 to collect information related to immigration enforcement activity. To learn more, download CASA’s “Know Your Rights” document.

Información y Recursos sobre Operativos de Inmigración
Para reportar actividad sospechosa de ICE, puede llamar a la Línea de Reportes de Redadas de CASA al 1-888-214-6016. Para obtener orientación sobre cómo responder en encuentros con ICE, descargue el documento de CASA Conozca Sus Derechos.

Reporting and Preventing Crime – Tip Line
The Baltimore City Police Department asks neighbors to report crimes via this TIP email: SEDtips@baltimorepolice.org. Security camera footage and photos should be included.

SAVE THE DATE

CCA Ditch Work Pool Party at R&R
Save the date to ditch work on Friday, August 22 and join us at Raw & Refined for a Pool Party to raise $ for the Canton Community Association! The $45 ticket includes a pool pass and a complimentary drink! AND, R&R will donate a portion of each ticket and a % of the sales from noon- 5:-00 p.m. to the CCA! R&R is located at 2723 Lighthouse Point on the waterfront in Canton. Menu and details: https://www.rawandrefinedbaltimore.com/.

CCA NEWS

 

VIP TICKET GIVEAWAY TO FIRST THURSDAY!
WTMD hosts their 20th season of First Thursdays free concerts at Canton Waterfront Park on Thursday, July 10 at 5:30 p.m. Each month, we’re giving one lucky CCA member 2 VIP tickets to the show! To be eligible, sign up as a new member or renew your current membership to the Canton Community Association on/before the first Monday of every month through September. There are food and beverage vendors on-site. No outside alcohol or coolers are permitted. More details.

CCA Public Meetings 2025
February 18, May 13, September 16, and November 18
Meetings are held at the United Evangelical Church at 3200 Dillon St. except for the May 13 meeting which will be held at Church on the Square at 1025 S. Potomac St. They will also be live-streamed on the CCA Facebook page.  

CCA Free Community Pitch-in/Dumpster Days 2025
The CCA is hosting Community Pitch-In Days featuring a FREE community dumpster. Neighbors are encouraged to clean their blocks, then bring items to the dumpster. The dumpster will be located on Lakewood Ave, 1 block north of Boston St. alongside the Safeway from 9:00 am until noon, or until full.  (Start times may vary.) Plan to go early, as it usually fills fast. March 8, June 28, September 20 and November 1.

CCA Committees / Volunteer Opportunities
Please read our Life in Canton (April 2025) feature article on our much-needed volunteer roles!! The CCA has a variety of volunteer opportunities that enable neighbors to share their time and talent with the community. As we begin the new year, we’d love to see some fresh faces join our committees – especially our Public Safety, Membership, and Transportation committees.  CCA committees include Arts, Economic Development, Education, Marketing, Membership, Public Safety, Transportation, Social, Sustainability, and Volunteer. The CCA also oversees the Friends of Canton Dog Park & Friends O’Donnell Square, and partners with Canton Canopy, the Canton Anti-Racism Alliance, and the I Wonder Garden. (Details) To learn more, visit www.cantoncommunity.org/volunteer/ or please contact Amanda at volunteer@cantoncommunity.org.

JULY FEATURED POSITION 1: Grant Writer

  • Identify city and state grants to support community efforts.

  • Manage grant applications and awarded grants with support from the board and relevant committees.

  • Work with the Treasurer to manage grant budgets and track expenditures/payments.

JULY FEATURED POSITION 2: Parks Committee

  • Work with the Parks Committee Chair to plan park cleanups.

  • Identify park maintenance needs and coordinate with the City as needed.

  • Organize and store tools properly.

  • Connect with local businesses for sponsorships/donations.

  • Advocate for improvements to public green spaces.

If you have skills in these areas—or just enthusiasm and a willingness to help—we’d love to have you on board! You don’t have to take on all tasks for any position. Any help is appreciated, and even a little of your time can make a big difference in our neighborhood. Interested? Email info@CantonCommunity.org to learn more or sign up! Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more vibrant Canton.

CCA Merchandise
Need a gift for a new baby? Make a hoodie for a graduating senior? Or how about a hat for yourself? If you want to support the CCA and look sharp, too, you can purchase CCA merchandise including onesies, hats, long-sleeve lightweight hoodies, CCA foldable/reusable tote bags, tumblers, and more at Canton Ace Hardware at 1022 Binney Street.

Become a CCA Member
Joining the CCA is a gateway to meeting neighbors and supporting local businesses in our community. Meet awesome people and learn about our neighborhood and how you can engage to not only have fun but help others, too. You’ll also receive a subscription to our monthly e-newsletter, Life in Canton, and some cool CCA merch. Individual memberships start at only $10/year; business memberships at $250. For details, visit https://www.cantoncommunity.org/join-us.

CCA Social Media - Follow Us!
For the latest information about our neighborhood and other helpful community/city news, please follow our CCA pages on social media. Instagram @CCA_Baltimore and Facebook.