Celebrating Black History Month in Baltimore
Black History Month occurs every February and celebrates the history and culture of African Americans all across the United States. First celebrated in 1976, this month started out as a week, but was expanded as it grew in popularity. This month, you can honor Black History Month by visiting the...
READ ARTICLEHonor Black History Month in Baltimore by Supporting Local Black-owned Businesses
What is Black History Month? In 1925, Carter G. Woodson founded Black History Week to address the institutional oppression and prejudices that African-American individuals experienced within the U.S. The Week encouraged the celebration of Black culture, activism, and post-colonial educational materials that addressed African-American History. Fifty years later, one week...
READ ARTICLEIt’s Time for Spring Cleaning in Baltimore
Union Wharf residents, let’s attack spring cleaning with some gusto! Originally necessary while indoor fires and closed windows kept homes warm during the winter, spring cleaning is still applicable today. By finding lost items, increasing productivity, being happy and healthy, and purging, spring cleaning benefits not only your home, but...
READ ARTICLEHave a Stress-Free April in Baltimore
Stress is an inevitable part of life, causing consequential emotional and physical problems and health concerns. April signifies Stress Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of finding strategies to manage or prevent stress levels. Whether you cope by meditating or receiving help from a doctor, acknowledging and treating your stress in...
READ ARTICLEWomen-Owned Businesses in Baltimore to Support
To acknowledge women’s struggles, activism, and feminism, Congress recognized National Women’s History Month in 1987. Every March, we acknowledge the institutionalized and thus normalized sexist barriers that women experience. Therefore, March is a wonderful opportunity to shop small, women-owned businesses. Luckily in Baltimore, we have lots of female-owned businesses. Here...
READ ARTICLEBlack History Month in Baltimore: Shop and Eat Locally
February is the annual celebration and recognition of African Americans. Black History Month honors and celebrates the achievement of African Americans throughout history in the United States. Now more than ever, it is important to support our community. And right in Baltimore, not too far from your home at Union...
READ ARTICLESelf Care is Not Selfish: You Knead a Massage in Baltimore
Now more than ever, it’s important to take care of yourself. It is crucial that you feel well, so you can be well. Thinking Only Pillow Thoughts Perhaps it’s difficult and overwhelming to put yourself first, especially with all of the moving parts in your life. However, it is imperative...
READ ARTICLECelebrate National Dog Day in Baltimore
Man’s best friend deserves to have a national holiday. Luckily, they do, on August 26th! Dogs bring so much joy and happiness into our everyday lives… maybe some craziness too, but we love them anyway! Celebrate National Dog Day right here at home in Union Wharf, which offers pet-friendly living,...
READ ARTICLEGifts for Father’s Day, from Baltimore
Union Wharf residents: don’t forget that Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 20th, 2021. Father’s Day is a day of commemoration and celebration for the fathers and/or father figures in your life. We recognize and honor their sacrifices, devotions, and contributions to our lives through fatherhood, guardianship, and nurturing. The...
READ ARTICLEPride: Why, Where, and How You Can Celebrate in Baltimore
June is Pride Month, so we encourage all Union Wharf residents to learn more about heterosexism and trans-/homo-/bi-/pan-phobia(s) this month by getting involved in our local community. Let’s fight for inclusivity and equity for LGBTQIA+ individuals this month and every month. The History of Pride Pride is annually observed in...
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