Rodgers Forge Women Invited to Three Arts Club of Homeland Upcoming Events

The following is a message sent to the women of the community from the Three Arts Club of Homeland:

"I am writing to invite the ladies of Rodgers Forge to a luncheon and program on Monday, June 4th at The Three Arts Club of Homeland as pour guests. The club was established in 1929 by Mrs. Edward Milholland. In the 1960's the members raised funds and had a building constructed at 4 Wyndhurst Avenue. The front of the clubhouse is comprised of three arches to denote music, art and literature. The object of the club is to foster a love and appreciation of music, literature and art: and to afford opportunity for enriching the cultural life of the community by providing meetings, lectures, recitals, workshops, classes, exhibits and other activities in keeping with these ideals.



Each year the club provides scholarships and awards to students studying art, literature, music, dance and theater at Essex Comm. College, Maryland Institute of Art, Towson, University, Dundalk Comm. College, The Johns Hopkins University, Peabody Preparatory of Music, UMBC and Baltimore School for the Arts.



The club offers art outings, cultural tours, duplicate bridge, a book club, antiques seminars, music matinees, Mah Jongg, floral design classses, literature matinees and art shows and receptions.



We give to local charities including Can Too and the Guilford Academy and volunteer at the Baltimore Symphony Showhouse.



Each month the club hosts a luncheon and program on the first Monday of the month for its members. The luncheon begins at 11:45 followed by a program on June 4th by the "Young American Virtuosi". This trio has won their way into the hearts of millions of people through their concerts in North America, Asia, the Middle East and Europe. They have preformed at Carnegie Hall, did a Pre-Oylmpic concert in China and acted as soloists in the Beethoven Triple Concerto with the Young German Symphony Orchesta.



As you can see, we are a very active group and hopefully you will consider joining us on Monday, June 4th. To make reservations or for additional information, please call 410 433-1765. I am also available to come to one of your monthly meetings to speak about our organization.



Also, I wanted to let you know that I'm planning a bus trip as a fundraiser for the Towson 4th of July Parade for Saturday, April 28, 2012. Hope you and members of the Hampton can join us as we travel back in time to New Castle, Delaware which was the first capital of Delaware; and today is considered one of the most unique towns in the U.S. We will tour four historic buildings including the Read House which is one of the finest examples of transitional Georgian/Federal Architecture and the Court House which was the 1st state house of Delaware and served as court house until 1882. A three course lunch will be served at the Jessop Tavern and Colonial Restaurant. There will be time to stroll through the town’s quaint gift shops. As in the past, we will leave from the Towson American Legion Parking Lot. I've included a flyer that has all the details. The price includes bus, bus driver's tip, admissions, lunch and snacks. Feel free to send the flyer to all of your e-mail and facebook friends. All profits go toward the 2012 parade which will be on Wednesday, July 4th. Please let me know if you have any questions. I hope you can join us on what will be a step in history.



Maryann Albaugh

Vice President, Programs & Special Events and Parade chair

410 931-1749"

Rodgers Forge Community Picnic Coming June 9th

Mark your calendars! Plan on attending this great community event.

More details to come as the date approaches!

RFCOP Crime Update Week of February 27th - March 4th and March 5th - 11th

Spring and summer are on their way. Along with the warmer weather arrive illegal activities. Comparing the past two reports below incidents are already appearing in the Forge and the surrounding areas. As the temperature raises, so does an increase in crime. We are stepping up our patrols, but we need you assistance in continuing to be vigilant. Make that call to 911 if you see anything suspicious. And as always continue to “Lights on, Lock Up, Look Out”. Let us all continue to work together to keep the crime out of the Forge!!

Significant Events Report for the week of February 27- March 04, 2012

Section One: Major Crimes - Robberies

(All Commercial, Street Robberies resulting in injuries,

All Robberies related to trends)

Date Time CC Number Offense Location (Business & Victim Name) Synopsis Suspect Information

2/29/12 2313 12-060-1671 Armed Robbery Unit block Witherwood Ct., 21204

Two unknown suspects entered the location and pointed handguns at the victims. The suspects made all the victims lay down on the floor. The suspects took property from the victim’s and fled. B/M, 6-0, 180, black ski mask B/m, 5-7, 150, black ski mask

Section Two: Major Crimes – Burglaries

All Commercial, Schools, Residential related to trends,

Burglaries with high dollar value stolen / weapons stolen

Date Time CC Number Offense Location (Business & Victim Name) Synopsis Suspect Information

2/27/12 0730-2300 12-058-1922 1st Degree Burglary 800 block Mockingbird Lane 21286

An unknown suspect entered the location and removed property. There were no signs of forced entry. A key was possibly used. Unknown

3/01/12 0330 12-061-0177 Attempt Burglary 700 block Scarlett Dr. 21286

The suspect attempted to enter the residence by pulling on the front and rear door. The homeowner called the police. The suspect was still there when the police arrived and was arrested. 1 Adult Male Arrested.

1/04-2/29/12 0001-2359 12-062-1189 1st Degree Burglary Unit block Willow Ave. 21286

An unknown suspect broke the side basement window to enter the residence. Nothing was taken and the suspect left through the back door. Unknown

2/25-2/27/12 1600-0630 12-058-0331 2nd Degree Burglary 900 block York Rd. 21204

An unknown suspect entered the location which is under construction. The suspect broke a small window and spray painted walls and lockers with satanic words, and emblems. The suspect also sprayed painted profanity. Unknown

Section Four: Critical Incidents

(HNT Callouts, Fatal Fires, Injured Officers,

Unusual Occurrences etc.)

Date Time Incident Location (Victim Name) Synopsis of Incidents Suspect Information

2/27/12 0200-1132 1st Degree Arson 900 Dulaney Valley Ct. Apt. 1, 21204

An unknown suspect entered the location and set two small fires with newspapers. Unknown

3/04/12 1801 1st Degree Arson 8400 block Greenway Rd. 21234

Unknown suspects entered the basement of the location and set a couch on fire. The fire was extinguished. Minimal damage was done to the building. Unknown

baltimoresun.com - Crime Incident Notification

Week of Feb 27-Mar 4, 2012

Incident # Date Time Description Location

120620226 3/2 3:07 am Check on Location 73xx Yorktowne Road

120600144 2/29 3:09 am Check on Location Murdock / Blenheim

120631006 3/3 4:49 pm Check on Location Overbrook / Pinehurst

120610339 3/1 7:27 am Disturbance Murdock / York

120600746 2/29 12:07 pm Disturbance 72xx York Road

120611776 3/1 7:40 pm Check on Subject Dumbarton / Heathfield

120631587 3/3 11?17 pm Suspicious Condition Dunkirk / York

120631546 3/3 10:53 pm Suspicious Condition 72xx York Road

120631599 3/3 11:23 pm DWI Traffic Arrest Regester / York

Email Alerts - Spot Crime.com

2.00 Miles around 222 Dumbarton Road – Week of Feb 27-Mar 4, 2012

Case # Crime Date Time Address

Nothing to report this week

Significant Events Report for the week of March 5-11, 2012

Section One: Major Crimes - Robberies

(All Commercial, Street Robberies resulting in injuries,

All Robberies related to trends)

Date Time CC Number Offense Location (Business & Victim Name) Synopsis Suspect Information

3/06/12 0006 12-066-0004 Attempt Armed Robbery 800 block Goucher Blvd. 21286

The suspect approached the victim after the victim exited the location. The suspect demanded to be let back into location. The victim advised he did not have keys to the location. The suspect then demanded the victim’s property. The victim advised he did not have any. The suspect cut the victim’s hand with a knife before fleeing from the location. M/B, 5-8, dark jacket and mask.

3/07/12 1850 12-067-2799 Robbery Collinsdale Rd. and Deanwood Rd. 21234

The suspects ran up behind the victim and grabbed property. The suspects then ran back towards Deanwood rd. B/M, 5-10, medium build, black hoody, and blue jeans B/M, 5-8, medium build, black jacket, and blue jeans.

3/08/12 1145 12-068-0829 Robbery 900 block Fairmount Ave. 21204

The suspect entered location and passed a note to the victim indicating that the suspect had a gun, not to say anything and place money into a bag. The suspect obtained the bag containing money and fled on foot. M/W, 25-35, 6-1, 165

3/08/12 1615 12-068-1461 Attempted Armed Robbery Loch Raven Blvd. and Thetford Rd. 21234

The suspect approached the victims from behind, displayed weapon and demanded money. The victims advised they did not have any money. The suspect fled on foot without obtaining any property. B/M, 5-8, thin build, black hoody, and blue jeans

3/09/12 1913 12-069-1507 Robbery 900 block Taylor Ave. 21286

Two suspects entered location, grabbed property from the counter and pepper sprayed the victim in the face. The suspects ran from the scene. M/B, 20’s, 5-7, white hoody, jeans. M/B, 20’s, 6-0, light colored hoody

3/11/12 2205 12-071-1294 Robbery 6900 block Lachlan Circle 21239

Three suspects approached the victim and asked to see property. The suspects punched and kicked the victim until he lost consciousness and fell to the ground. The victim woke up and got away from the suspects. The suspects obtained the victim’s property. M/B, 16, 5-8 M/B, 17, tall M/B, NFD

3/11/12 1232 12-071-0626 Robbery 1500 block E. Joppa Rd. 21234

The victim’s friend used physical force to take property. A warrant was obtained for the suspect who was arrested. 1 Adult Male Arrested

Section Two: Major Crimes – Burglaries

All Commercial, Schools, Residential related to trends,

Burglaries with high dollar value stolen / weapons stolen

Date Time CC Number Offense Location (Business & Victim Name) Synopsis Suspect Information

3/07/12 0800-0950 12-067-0515 1st Degree Burglary 600 block Bridgeman Terrace 21212

The suspect forced open the rear door. Once inside, the suspects took property from the living room and bedrooms. Unknown

3/05-3/07/12 1700-2200 12-067-3102 1st Degree Burglary 6900 block Donachie Rd, 21239

An unknown suspect entered the location through the front door and ransacked interior. There were no signs of forced entry. A key was possibly used. Unknown

3/07-03/08/12 2200-0945 12-068-0570 1st Degree Burglary Unit block Debonair Ct., 21234

Unknown suspects entered the location and removed property. The suspects exited through the rear sliding door. Unknown

3/01-3/07/12 2300-1600 12-068-0508 2nd Degree Burglary 200 block Midhurst Rd. 21212

Unknown suspects removed property from the victim’s garage. The garage was likely left open. Unknown

2/29-3/08/12 1300-1315 12-068-1175 3rd Degree Burglary 6600 block English Oak Rd. 21234

An unknown suspect entered location and destroyed the walls, carpet, window screen, and the kitchen door. Unknown

3/11/12 0859 12-071-0328 3rd Degree Burglary 200 block Rodgers Forge Rd. 21212

The suspect, who was intoxicated, entered location without force. The suspect ripped a closet door from its frame and a shelf off of the wall. Neighbors called the police due to the noise. The suspect was arrested. 1 Adult Male Arrested

baltimoresun.com - Crime Incident Notification

Week of Mar 5-11, 2012

Incident # Date Time Description Location

120651602 3/5 8:37 pm Check on Location 4xx blk Dumbarton

120710124 3/11 1:46 am Check on Location Dumbarton / Heathfield

120700264 3/10 4:47 am Check on Location York / Woodwind

120710186 3/11 3:46 am Check on Location Murdock / Blenheim

120672467 3/7 4:18 pm Check on Location 5x-6x blk Murdock

120710257 3/11 6:27 am Check on Location Dumbarton / Regester

120670148 3/7 3:18 am Check on Location 11x Dumbarton

120680661 3/8 10:30 am Disturbance Regester / York

120681788 3/8 7:27 pm Disturbance Regester / Heathfield

120710237 3/11 5:18 am Suspicious Subject 2xx blk Rodgers Forge

120651668 3/5 9:24 pm Check on Subject 1xx blk Regester

120672902 3/7 8:06 pm Suspicious Vehicle Dumbarton / Dorking

120701572 3/10 10:36 pm 2^nd Degree Assault Overbrook / Dorking

120700015 3/10 12:11 am Noise Complaint 1xx blk Dumbarton

120710062 3/11 12:50 am Noise Complaint 23x blk Rodgers Forge

120651342 3/5 6:00 pm Fires, Other 22x blk Stanmore Road

120680508 3/8 9:19 am 2^nd degree Burglary 2xx blk Midhurst

120680166 3/8 2:49 am DWI Traffic Arrest Stevenson / York

120710328 3/11 8:59 am 3^rd degree Burglary 2xx blk Rodgers Forge

Email Alerts - Spot Crime.com

2.00 Miles around 222 Dumbarton Road – Week of Mar 5-11, 2012

Case # Crime Date Time Address

120701572 2^nd degree Assault 3/10 10:36 pm 3xx blk Overbrook

120710328 3^rd degree Burglary 3/11 8:59 am 2xx Rodgers Forge Rd.

120680508 2^nd degree Burglary 3/8 9:19 am 2xx Midhurst Road

MULCH AND COMPOST AVAILABLE FREE OF CHARGE TO BALTIMORE COUNTY RESIDENTS

Towson, MD - The Baltimore County Bureau of Solid Waste Management has supplies of mulch and compost available to County residents, free of charge. These products are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, only at the Eastern Sanitary Landfill Solid Waste Management Facility in White Marsh. This facility is located at 6259 Days Cove Road, and is open Monday through Saturday, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Attendants are not available to assist with loading the mulch/compost; residents are asked to bring their own container(s) and shovels to load the material themselves.

Mulch consists of chipped woody material, and can be used as a top covering around trees, bushes, etc. Compost results from the decomposition of grass, leaves, and small brush, and serves as a soil amendment to provide nutrients and enrichment to plants. The quality of the mulch and compost may vary, and the County offers no warranties regarding usage of these materials.

Residents interested in mulch and/or compost are urged to contact the Bureau in advance to ensure that supplies are still available. For availability information and directions, please call 410-887-2000.

Curb and Gutter Work Underway in Forge, Resurfacing to Follow

From a post back in August, Councilman Marks noted that there will be upcoming work done to our curbs and sidewalks but could not pinpoint the start date:

http://rodgersforgecommunity.blogspot.com/2011/08/curb-and-gutter-and-road-resurfacing.html

I have just been informed by RFCOP that the work is finally underway and all the mentioned streets have been marked off. Work on Blenheim began yesterday and should continue there and on Gaywood, Midhurst and Pinehurst during the coming week.

Once that work is completed resurfacing will begin on Blenheim, Dunkirk, Gaywood, part of Heathfield, Midhurst, Murdock and Pinehurst Roads.

Please take note and plan accordingly.

Tree Rodgers Forge Update/Guest Speakers At March Meeting

On February 22 the RFCA Board agreed to support the recommendation of the Tree Rodgers Forge Committee to send a letter to County Executive Kevin Kamenetz asking for assistance in evaluating the street tree canopy in Rodgers Forge, and developing a plan to restore this canopy for the future benefit of the neighborhood and the environment. We are hopeful for help from County officials. However, with or without County assistance, Tree Rodgers Forge will pursue the development of a strategy for the Forge.

New trees will be planted on Saturday, April 28, the day after Arbor Day and a week after Earth Day. We are working with Blue Water Baltimore, a regional watershed organization, to obtain street trees that can be planted in front of the homes of residents who would like to add new trees or replace trees that have been cut down. Details on how to obtain, plant and maintain trees will follow in the coming weeks. We hope that tree planting can become a regular spring and fall event.

Why trees? Recent editorial and blog posts in the Baltimore Sun describe the reasons Baltimore City is aggressively pursuing a tree planting program, with the strong support of Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/opinion/editorial/bs-ed-city-trees-20120303,0,6438716.story

http://www.baltimoresun.com/features/green/blog/bal-study-bmore-other-us-cities-losing-trees-20120227,0,6535989.story

We believe that a similar program would benefit Rodgers Forge, and for that matter the entire county. Trees and watersheds know no political boundaries. An important part of the Tree RF mission is to educate and inform residents about all of the economic, environmental, social and aesthetic benefits of a healthy tree canopy.

As an initial step toward providing information, two speakers have been invited to speak at the next Board meeting on March 14. Debra Lenik, an intern with Blue Water Baltimore, will discuss ways BWB assists communities in obtaining and planting trees. Donald Outen, a staff member at the county Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability, will discuss the extensive data available on the decline of Baltimore County’s urban tree canopy. We hope residents will attend the March 14 Board meeting to hear this discussion.

Utiltity Work - York Rd and Stevenson Late Sunday Night/Monday Morning

Dear Property Owner/Resident:

The City of Baltimore’s Bureau of Water and Wastewater will be performing important utility work in your area. The work to be performed consists of emergency repairs / planned maintenance / urgent need repairs / or planned capital work for the storm, water or sanitary utility.

Date: Sunday, March 11, 2012

Time: 10:30pm - 5:30am (Monday Morning)

Location: 7000-7200 Blocks of York Rd (no businesses or residences should be affected)

Description of Work: Isolating a 36" Main

Contact Person: August Severn 410-396-0275

If water service is interrupted during the performance of this work, you may experience discolored or cloudy water. Once service is restored, it would be beneficial to open a tap in the basement of your property and let the water run. This should clear the water within five to ten minutes.

If you have any questions about this project or if your water does not clear, please call 410-396-3671 Monday thru Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Please call 311 (in Baltimore City) or 410-396-5352 (in Baltimore County) for weekend and after-hours concerns or for service requests.

While we endeavor to do everything we can to make operations run smoothly and with minimum disruptions for you and your neighbors, there are times when that will not be possible due to the nature of our work. We do want to hear from you whether it is a suggestion on how we can improve our work or to acknowledge a successful outcome. Thank you in advance for your patience.