Ridgely’s Record
February Community Meeting
There is a community meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Februay 5, starting a 7 pm. It will be held at the Caribbean Dynasty Restaurant, 647 West Pratt Street. Everyone is welcome.
Interested in getting involved in your neighborhood? Consider joining a committee. Whether you're passionate about promoting safety, beautifying the neighborhood, or working to preserve its historic nature, we have a committee for you! Ridgely’s Delight committees will be presented and discussed at the February community meeting.
For more information visit the community association website
February Neighborhood Happy Hour
This month’s First Friday Happy Hour will be on February 7th at 5:30 pm. Come meet your neighbors at Ridgely’s own watering hole — the Starting Lineup, 213 Penn Street.
$10,000 in Funding for Neighborhood Projects!
Ridgely's Delight has been awarded $10,000 from Councilwoman Phylicia Porter’s office. The funds can be used for neighborhood beautification, historic preservation, green space, park and playground maintenance, diversity initiatives, or other projects that benefit our residents. All residents are encouraged to submit a proposal for how to use this award.
We want to hear your ideas. Email president@ridgelysdelight.org with questions or call Nicole Dungee at 443-326-0535. Completed proposals will be presented at the March 5, 2025, Ridgely’s Delight Association meeting.
Honor Black History Month at the B&O Museum
The B&O Museum is hosting a lecture on the extraordinary life of Thurgood Marshall, from his Baltimore roots to his historic role on the Supreme Court. The talk, presented by Dr. Tiesha Dupree-Wilson of Coppin State University, starts at 12:30 pm on Saturday, February 22.
Walk With Us
Interested in joining community safety walks? Email safety@ridgelysdelight.org to register. Safety walks occur on Monday nights at 7:30 pm, last about 30 minutes, and typically start on Washington Blvd.
Brave the Cold for a Good Cause
The Cupid’s Undie Run is back! This unique event combines a “brief” fun run with a fantastic party to raise critical funds for Neurofibromatosis (NF) research. Join the fun on February 8 at The Admiral’s Cup in Fells Point. Run, or walk, a mile(ish) in your underwear, enjoy the party, and support the Children’s Tumor Foundation. More information.
How To Get Rid of Bulk Trash
Did you know you can get rid of large unwanted items like furniture and appliances through the City’s convenient bulk trash collection service? There’s one designated bulk trash collection day each month. Not sure when your bulk trash day is? No problem! Call 311 or visit the 311 Online portal to find your scheduled date and easily request a pickup.
Items can also be dropped off at the City’s landfill (6100 Quarantine Road) or any of the four transfer stations. The closest one to us is at the Western Sanitation Yard, 701 Reedbird Ave. in Cherry Hill. They are open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 am — 5:00 pm.
Hops & Vines
On February 1st, join the Port Discovery Children’s Museum for a grown-up friend-raiser (21+) in support of their educational and access programs. Hops & Vines brings together the best breweries and wineries from around the region for an evening of premier tastings. Take a tour of beverage samples along a backdrop of a fun night-at-the-museum vibe, complete with music and mingling. The event runs from 7 to 10 pm. More information.
Street sweeping
This month the scheduled street sweeping dates will be:
- Odd sides of the street — February 19
- Even sides of the street — February 26