🌱 Catonsville Townhouse Fire + Lantern Making Event + Local Jobs

Hello there, Catonsville! I'm here in your inbox this morning to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

First, today's weather:

Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm. High: 87 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Catonsville:

1. On Jul. 3, Baltimore County Fire contained a townhouse fire at the 100 block of Nunnery Lane in Catonsville. According to officials, one person escaped the fire with unknown injuries. The fire was extinguished, but as of Jul. 4 no further updates have been given. (WMAR 2 News)
2. On Jul. 13, Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum, located at 300 Oella Avenue in Catonsville, will host a free "Firefly Lantern Making" event. Participants will learn about 18th century lanterns and make their own lantern. (Catonsville Patch)
3. Looking for work in Catonsville? View the link to see the latest job opportunities in your area. (Catonsville Patch)

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Today in Catonsville:

• Catonsville Co-Op Market At 1905 Edmondson Avenue (4:30 PM)
• Tuesday Night Comedy Show At State Fare (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Do you love hiking? Join the free naturalist Buck Moon hike on Jul. 9 starting at 8:00 p.m. Head over to Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum, 300 Oella Avenue. (Catonsville Patch)
• Don't forget: tomorrow, Jul. 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. is the Catonsville Wednesday Farmers’ Market! The market takes place at Christian Temple, 5820 Edmondson Avenue. (Catonsville Patch)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!