The Edgewood Alliance will again sponsor a Spring Family Dinner and Fun Night to be held Tuesday, May 19, 6pm – 8pm, at the American Legion Edgewood. Menu will include spaghetti, salad/dressings, rolls, beverages and dessert. Cost is $2 per person, $10 per family household, under 7 and over 70 free. Includes entertainment! Make plans to attend now!
FREE summer movie series will be held every other Friday in June, July, and August at the Edgewood Boys and Girls Club. The movies are a super way for a family to spend a Friday evening together. Current planned movie dates are Fridays, June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, and August 7 & 21. We need volunteers to help with setup, concessions, and breakdown! If you are interested – it’s really not hard work – please call Alan @ 410-679-2997, ext. 203.
The mission of the Edgewood Alliance is to be an involved, diverse group of citizens committed to the positive image and growth of the Edgewood community by working to instill a high quality of life, maintain a strong business environment, and enhance the entire community through a variety of entertainment, educational, and economic development initiatives. Our vision is to promote the Edgewood community as a desirable community of friendly, diverse neighborhoods through events and programs which will enhance our image within the community, county, and region. Call us at 410-893-4493 or email us at edgewoodalliance@yahoo.com.
admin on March 10th 2009 in Community Initiatives
Greater Edgewood Education Foundation
Building Partnerships ~ Achieving Dreams
Message from the President
If you were to ask our students what their intentions are after they graduate from high school, 95% of the students would say they are going to college. But the reality is that only about 63% of our students continue on to an institution of higher education.
There are various factors that play a role in the outcome of students achieving their desire of moving beyond high school and into the realm of college. Some of these factors include: student aspiration and academic achievement; parental encouragement, family income and socioeconomic status; peer support; and student knowledge of the college entrance process. Looking at these indicators gives us background into the barriers students face in making college a reality.
Through our College Pathways program, the Greater Edgewood Education Foundation builds social capacity for the students and families to engage in learning, begin talking about post-secondary opportunities as early as elementary school, foster leadership skills and self confidence, and provide the tools and resources that demystify the college entrance process. Continue Reading »
admin on March 10th 2009 in Community Initiatives, Education
From the Anna’s House website:
Anna’s House is a transitional and permanent housing program for homeless women and children. The Anna’s House mission is to provide a safe, secure home for displaced women and children. Having a quiet place to live while sorting out life’s difficulties is a priceless gift. We assist our families by providing case management, utilizing the rich community services Harford County has to offer. Education, employment and empowerment are the paths to self-sufficiency we share with our residents. Volunteers and a caring staff give of themselves daily to help our families on their journey to independence.
To learn more about Anna’s House please contact Patsy Jackson at (410) 803-2130 or email pjackson@cc-md.org
» Donations and volunteers are needed, please contact to help this worthy cause.
(click here to visit the Anna’s House website)
admin on December 30th 2008 in Community Initiatives
An Edgewood Community Healing Night is being hosted on Friday, October 24, 2008 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Boys and Girls Club Edgewood Unit, 2002 Cedar Dr (map). This FREE event is being held in remembrance of those that have recently passed away in our community due to unfortunate circumstances. Guest speakers will be featured in support of our community, entertainment and refreshments provided. Everyone is welcomed!
Edgewood Community Healing Night - click image for full size view
This event is sponsored by the Harford County Government, the Edgewood Community Council, the Fountain of Life Fellowship Church, Robert & Daphne Alston and Mildred Samy.
admin on October 4th 2008 in Community Initiatives
October is Crime Prevention Month. Check out the Sheriff’s travel trailer displays in Edgewood area on October 1st. Visit www.crimereports.com for an up-to-date listing of crime in your neighborhood, funded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Control and Prevention.
admin on September 24th 2008 in Community Initiatives