Baltimore County Councilman Mike Ertel

I attended the TABCO (Teacher's Association of Baltimore County) legislative breakfast this morning with my council and legislative colleagues. Our BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers was there with us. I had some good conversations with a few of our teachers who do so much for our Baltimore County students.

💻 Lunch & Learn with BCPS Parent University! BCPS parents and caregivers are invited to join us for these free virtual events. Explore the Parent University Schedule and register today at https://www.bcps.org/cos/communications/FACE/parent_university

Happy New Year District 6! The Baltimore County Council will hold its first work session of the year on Tuesday, January 9th at 4 p.m. The work session is open to the public, will take place in the Baltimore County Council Chambers, and will be streamed online via WebEx.
For information on the bills that will be discussed, visit:
https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/countycouncil/legislation/pending%20legislation.html

To sign up to testify or to watch online, visit: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/.../virtualmeetings.html
Please feel free to share your input on these bills.
Contact my office at [email protected] or (410) 887-3388.

Live Christmas tree collection for recycling in Baltimore County will take place over a two-week period, beginning Monday, January 8, 2024. Residents must place trees out by January 13 to ensure collection.

Pickup dates vary by location and may not occur on your scheduled trash or recycling day.

Residents should place trees out for pick-up at the same location where they would normally place trash and recycling for collection.

• Only set out live (not artificial) trees.
• Set out the tree only (no lights, decorations, tinsel, bags, tree stands, etc.).

Residents can also drop off their Christmas Trees themselves at any one of the County’s three drop-off locations.

Trouble in Dundalk at the Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Train Garden. Always a great display.

BCPS is hiring for a variety of positions all across the county. For more information, click on the link in the post below and plan on attending an upcoming job fair!

📣 We're seeking qualified professionals to join ! Join us at an upcoming recruitment event or apply online at www.bcps.org/careers.

Learn more ➡️https://cdnsm5-ss3.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_2744/File/News/PR%20FY2024/2023-12-21%20Recruitment%20events%20January%20PR.pdf

Take a trip down the ocean for the holidays, hon! Check out this display and other local scenes at Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum’s Annual Holiday Plane and Train Garden! It’s a sight you don’t want to miss! Kudos to the volunteers who have spent countless hours handcrafting and designing the display, as well as to the volunteers handling the operation.

When: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 11am-4pm
Where: 2323 Eastern Blvd., Middle River
For more details: https://www.mdairmuseum.org/

Glenn L. Martin Maryland Aviation Museum is a partner of the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).

To learn how you can get involved as a volunteer, contact 410-887-3101 or [email protected].

Wishing a Happy Kwanzaa to all who celebrate!
Here are some facts about Kwanzaa and the unique traditions that it holds!❤️🖤💚

Merry Christmas to all those who celebrate!☃

It was great to reconnect with community, County, and business leaders at the Towson Communities Alliance holiday party this evening! I got my start in community advocacy with the TCA more than 20 years ago, advocating for schools, public safety, recreation fields, and many other community needs. It was great to see Delegate Cathi Forbes, Julian Jones for Baltimore County, Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka, District 2, State's Attorney Scott Shellenberger, Fire Chief Joanne R Rund, Johns (Chief of Staff for Delegate Michele Guyton, MD District 42B), Green Towson Alliance representative Beth Bone Miller, TCA President Henry Callegary, Carmen Christiana from Executive Johnny Olszewski's office, Christina Kelley with the Towson Chamber of Commerce, and many community representatives. Thanks to Melony Merson Wagner, Wagner, and Tracey Marcantoni at Charles Village Pub & Patio Towson for hosting a great event! Happy holidays everyone!

A big thank you goes out to local artist Naomi O'Connell for putting the finishing touches on the Historic East Towson sign just in time for the holidays. We’d also like to thank the alliance of local Towson businesses that joined The Knollwood Association to fund the effort:

Triple Crown Towson
Red Pepper Sichuan Bistro - 川知味
Narayan Khakurel of Coffee Talk
Chatime Towson Bubble Tea & Bakery

David Riley
President
Knollwood Association

Are you ready to hit the ice and have some fun?

🎉 Join us for our annual Winter Wonderland Skate at the Reisterstown Regional Sportsplex this Friday, December 22, from 5 pm - 8 pm!

We'll have music, games, and plenty of festive fun. Scan the QR code to register.

See you on the ice! 🎊

The Baltimore County Council will be holding its last legislative session of the year on Monday, December 18 at 6pm. The legislative session will take place in the Baltimore County Chambers and online, and is open to the public! For information on the bills that will be voted on, visit:
https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/countycouncil/legislation/pending%20legislation.html

To sign up to testify or to watch online, visit: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/.../virtualmeetings.html
Please feel free to share your input on these bills.
Contact my office at [email protected] or (410) 887-3388.

Calling ALL Generals! Time to pack the stands

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📣 Faculty and staff who may be interested in transferring to the new northeast area middle school next school year are invited to join Principal Bryan Thanner at upcoming sessions around the county.

Drop off at Towson High.

Bought our tree at the St. Pius Christmas Tree Sale with my daughters tonight and took an unofficial Council tour of Rodgers Forge. The neighborhood looks magical!

It was a perfect night for a Christmas Tree Lighting in Overlea last night. Santa joined us and brought gifts for all the kids. A special thanks to the Overlea Neighborhood Association, Sipple Electric, Rosedale Volunteer Fire and the St. Michael / St. Clement School Choir.

Judging the window-decorating contest and admiring the ice sculptures last night in Towson! It was great to see so many businesses participating!

Happy Holidays everyone! Here are just a few events coming up in December.

Breakfast with Ana, Elsa, Santa- Tickets for kids under 7 are $15 and $22 for all other ages. For more information, visit: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbreakfast-with-ana-elsa-santa-marshal-and-elves-tickets-751249035087%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator%26fbclid%3DIwAR2NFVRtT0NPW2QmgL9BA2KckkZ43fMKpC30sNU4-VI6skHy8GxFVDDFfY0&h=AT2lbwtG1gJVGrfUkjOD5W35IOY3bEC_y-WFYoOjQQSb8kGRp0ypaT909CsCPvbkPIxz26aqn6yUS7oU_n9Q8Il6b202DzXaymh2ZhoVgKuD7PERu0IEU-9_xLvALJXcBasnmA

The Baltimore County Council will be holding its next work session on Tuesday, December 12 at 4pm. The work session will take place in the Baltimore County Chambers and online, and is open to the public! For information on the bills that will be discussed, visit:
https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/countycouncil/legislation/pending%20legislation.html

To sign up to testify or to watch online, visit: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/.../virtualmeetings.html

As always, I welcome your input on these bills.
Contact my office at [email protected] or (410) 887-3388.

The Hampton National Historic Site will be hosting “Holidays at Hampton” this Saturday, December 9. There will be many activities to enjoy and a gift shop to check out! Visit their page Hampton National Historic Site for more information about the event.

Wishing our Jewish friends a festival filled with joy and happy moments.

National Cookie Day seems like the perfect time to highlight a program happening at our Towson Branch this Saturday. Decorate a mason jar and fill it with all the ingredients to make cookies! Keep for yourself or give as a gift 🍪

Details: https://bit.ly/47ImfRH

The Towson Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Baltimore County tree lighting ceremony this Friday, December 8 at 6 p.m., along with many other fun activities. Be sure to invite your family, friends, and neighbors!

Will you be there?

We have rescheduled the Baltimore County Christmas Tree Lighting to next Friday, December 8. We are combining this with the Fire & Ice Cookie Crawl and Window Decorating Contest! It is going to be Holiday Party in Towson! See you next Friday!

A festive Saturday night at the Campus Hills Tree Lighting in Towson. It is always fun to see the many young families who come out to see the tree lighting and the arrival of Santa by Providence Volunteer Fire Company of Towson Maryland. I was joined by Delegate Cathi Forbes. A special thanks to Henry Callegary and the Campus Hills Community Association, Towson MD!