Fourth Annual Happy Hour and Meeting

March 10th, 2013

The Friends of Wyman Park Dell invite you to our Fourth Annual Happy Hour. The event is Tuesday, March 26 2013 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM at the Dizz (upstairs – 300 W. 30th Street).

You buy the drinks.
We provide the appetizers.

This event will include the election of the 2013/2014 Board of Directors of the Friends of the Wyman Park Dell. We welcome all members of the Friends of the Wyman Park Dell as well as non-members, to this gathering.

2013 Clean-Ups Announced

January 28th, 2013

Volunteers are invited to join us in maintaining the park.  We meet on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon unless otherwise stated.

February 24, March 9*, March 23, April 20, May 18, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 7 (starts at 9 am), October 19, November 9

Gloves, tools and refreshments provided.  Meet at the stone building to sign in and receive instructions.  People of all ages and abilities welcome.  See you there!

*Please note the March 9th Clean-Up has been cancelled.

Accolades

January 11th, 2013

While FWPD can be thankful for its many partners who participate in the Dell, two individuals deserve special attention:

Many thanks to JHU student and baseball team player, Thomas Solomon, for spending numerous hours in the Dell between October and December. Following the JHU Baseball Team’s morning of service this fall, Thomas, expressed interest in continuing service in the Dell.  After many hours of service, Thomas has mulched trees, cleared pathways of sediment, swept stairways, removed litter, trimmed ivy from trees, expanded planting beds and removed graffiti from park benches.  Many thanks to Thomas for all of the great work!

Also, we are fortunate to have newly retired Duncan Stuart living nearby and dedicating a significant amount of time to the Dell. Over the past many months, Duncan has removed a significant amount of invasive plant material and has enhanced wildlife habitats within the Dell, among many other projects.  Many thanks to Duncan!

Before Graffiti Removal

After Graffiti Removal

Winter Solstice

December 5th, 2012

We had a great time at our annual Winter Solstice on Friday, December 21. The end of the world did not come.  Instead, we gathered around warm fires and enjoy live Celtic music by local musicians, Megan Beller (fiddle), Michael Raitzyk (guitar) and friends.  Many thanks to John Shields and Gertrude’s Restaurant for providing delicious refreshments.

The Big Draw – October 6, 3-9 p.m.

September 20th, 2012

Pack a picnic and bring your friends to our all-ages, public celebration of drawing! Featuring interactive drawing sculptures, light performances, music from local DJ’s, and more!

Free movies & live bands in the Dell!

May 22nd, 2012

Our favorite summer activity returns on Tuesdays this June with free movies and live music in Wyman Park Dell.  Local bands perform starting at 7 p.m., and movies follow at dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). 

June 5 – Hard Knox & Three Red Crowns   ROCKERS

June 12 – Off the Record & Sea Couch  FESTIVAL EXPRESS

June 19  – Muscle Twin & Track & Stream  THE FLAMING LIPS: THE FEARLESS FREAKS

June 26 – Jaabs & Squaaks  THE BEATLES, A HARD DAY’S NIGHT

 July 3 – Deep Cuts & Puddle  URGH! A MUSIC WAR

Presented by Friends of Wyman Park Dell in partnership with Baltimore Department of Recreation & Parks.

3rd Annual Happy Hour: March 13

March 3rd, 2012

Please join us for our 3rd Annual Happy Hour upstairs at The Dizz, 300 W. 30th Street, on Tuesday, March 13 – 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

You buy the drinks.  We provide the appetizers.  Free admission.

This event also serves as the annual meeting for the Friends of Wyman Park Dell, during which we will elect new board members.

This is a relaxed and fun event and a great way to socialize with people who care for Wyman Park Dell.  Please let us know if you wish to attend by emailing us at wymanparkdell@gmail.com

See you there!!

Playground Workshop on 2/18/12

February 2nd, 2012

Come to our second public workshop to help develop ideas for design enhancements for the Union Monument Plateau area, at the intersection of Charles and 29th Streets. Discussion will include the playground expansion, gateway signage, special planting areas, accommodations for festivals and other ideas.  We welcome and encourage your input!

 

Saturday February 18, 2011, 1-3 p.m.

Millers Court Conference Room

2601 North Howard Street

(Weather permitting, we will walk to the Dell for a portion of this workshop)

2012 Clean-Up days announced

January 20th, 2012

Volunteers are invited to join us in maintaining the park during the following clean-up sessions (Saturdays, 10-noon unless otherwise stated):

March 24, April 14, May 19, June 16, July 14, August 11, September 8 (starts at 9 am), October 27, November 17

Gloves, tools and refreshments provided.  Meet at the stone building to sign in and receive instructions.  People of all ages and abilities welcome.  See you there!

 

Solstice CANCELLED due to rain

December 21st, 2011

Sadly, this evening’s Winter Solstice event (December 21, 2011) is cancelled due to rain.