Bowie Shredding Event Scheduled Next Week

Bowie residents can safely dispose of confidential documents such as old tax returns and bank records at a community shredding event on September 10th.  Two shredding trucks will be parked in the lot at Bowie High between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. to accept documents, and you can watch as your confidential [...]

8th Annual Bowie Back to School Bash Today

The Bowie City Gymnasium on Northview Drive will come alive today (August 20) with kids and parents at 10 a.m.  That’s when the 8th annual Bowie Back to School Bash begins. There will be free demonstrations, games, moon bounces, a community resource area, food, door prizes and a free give-away of a backpack filled with [...]

Take Me Out To The Ballgame – Fun Things to Do in Bowie

Bowie Baysox, the Class AA Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles Don’t miss the Bowie Baysox vs. New Britain Rock Cats game on Friday, August 12. The gates open at 6 p.m., pre-game activities begin at 6:30 p.m., and the game starts at 7:05.  After the game, kids are always invited to run the bases.  But [...]

Let’s Play Golf – Fun Things To Do in Bowie MD

Looking for things to do in Bowie, Maryland? Local residents love Bowie Golf and Country Club, a city-owned facility on Route 197 in North Bowie operated as a semi-private club.

Dinner and a Movie – Fun Things to Do in Bowie, MD

By Margaret Woda There’s no shortage of places to dine in Bowie MD, when your taste buds get tired of the same ol’ thing.  Whether you’re looking for burgers or fajitas, seafood or salad… it’s all here in Bowie. One of my family’s favorite restaurants in Bowie is Rip’s, although you can find almost any [...]

What’s Happening at the Bowie Library

Gardening topics will dominate the April schedule of special events for Prince George’s County Libraries (including one for kids at noon on Saturday, April 3, at the Hyattsville branch). A program on Starting a Vegetable Garden will be held right here at the Bowie Library on April 24 at 3 p.m. It’s not too early to get out your calendar and mark it down, as well as these other coming events:

I Love Bowie Golf and Country Club

One of the many reasons people love living in Bowie is the fabulous recreational opportunities, both public and private. One of our favorites is Bowie Golf and Country Club, a semi-private course located off Rt. 197 in North Bowie where residents can play golf without breaking their piggy banks.

Fa [57638194] cilities include an 18-hole golf course that is open year-round (Click here for a Virtual Tour), a driving range, putting green, pro-shop, picnic area and 19th hole eatery and bar. Non-members can play golf for as little as $20 after 4 p.m. on weekdays and unlimited memberships range from $1750 (seniors) to $2150 (families). Bowie residents are eligible for a “Class C” membership for $50, which provides a significant discount on the daily rate, and kids play free (subject to some limitations).

BOWIE SCHOOLS CLOSED MONDAY

Kids are loving this snow, even if some parents are growing weary. Kids will love it even more when they find out there’s no school tomorrow! Prince George’s County has made it official by announcing “Code Yellow” for Monday, February 8. In other words, classes are canceled, offices are closed, and only EMERGENCY PERSONNEL must report to work.

Bowie Boys and Girls Club 2010 Registration Now Open

Registration is now open for the Bowie Boys and Girls Club 2010 year!  Soccer, lacrosse, softball and volleyball are the first sports offered for the pre-spring season.  Children can be registered to participate in one sport or you have the ability to pay one fee to have your child participate in up to 4 sports [...]

How to Cope with Child Care When You Work and School is Closed

It’s SportFit to the rescue for working parents whose kids are off on January 18 and again on January 25. And you don’t have to be a member at SportFit to take advantage of this special day camp for kids ages 5–12. There will be arts and crafts, fitness activities, swimming, games – you name it – to keep them busy and safe from (MORE… Click on the title)

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