Events

Essex CDC Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Join us as we celebrate the official opening of the Essex Community Development Corporation (Essex CDC). As a vital part of the Essex community, we are dedicated to fostering lasting change through collaboration with local businesses, property owners, residents, community leaders, and government representatives. Your presence will be an honor as we embark on this journey towards continued economic growth and development in our beloved Essex area.

Free

Afro-Caribbean Festival in the Park

Sandalwood Elementary School 900 S. Marlyn Ave., Essex, Maryland, United States

Join us for a delightful Picnic in the Park Concert featuring a Steel Drum Band at Sandalwood Elementary School on Saturday, September 21! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnic baskets to 900 S. Marlyn Ave. and enjoy the rhythmic beats and tropical tunes under the open sky. This family-friendly event promises an afternoon of music, relaxation, and community spirit. Don't miss out on this perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with your neighbors in a beautiful outdoor setting!

Essex Outdoor Movie Night: Inside Out 2

Essex Senior Center 600 Dorsey Ave., Essex, Maryland, United States

Join us for a fun-filled Movie Night featuring "Inside Out 2" at the Essex Senior Center on Friday, October 4! Gather with friends and family at 600 Dorsey Ave. for an entertaining evening. Experience the emotional journey with Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust as they navigate new challenges and adventures. Bring your blankets and enjoy this animated adventure under the stars. Snacks and refreshments will be available. Don't miss out on this family-friendly event!

Coffee & Conversation – Happy Hour Edition

St. John's Lutheran Church of Essex 518 Franklin Ave., Essex, Maryland, United States

Join us as we gather with other Essex Business/Property Owners, Operators, and Community and School Leaders for our Coffee & Conversation networking event. Together we all will help build the community, share experiences and address challenges and opportunities about doing business in Essex. Robin Erick is our kind and generous host for this October 2024 networking event, and will provide snacks and beverages for attendees while we get to know each other and discuss both the opportunities and challenges of doing business in Essex. In addition, we will share information about the grants and initiatives currently taking place in Essex providing support to businesses. RSVP REQUIRED and Space is limited, so don't wait to sign up. Contact Nayeli, Essex Community Development Corporation, at [email protected].

Free

Essex Latino Festival in the Park

Renaissance Park 99 Stemmers Run Rd., Essex, Maryland, United States

JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE AND LEARN about many of the Latino cultures that are part of our vibrant Essex community. We will feature food from local restaurants, area bands and performers, dancers, games, an “around Latin America” passport experience, resource tables and more! ALL ARE WELCOME! NO ENTRANCE FEE!

Coffee & Conversation

Kenwood High School 501 Stemmers Run Rd., Essex, Maryland, United States

Join Essex Business & Commercial Property Owners and Operators, and Community and Non-profit Leaders for our next Coffee & Conversation. This is a FREE NETWORKING EVENT for Essex-based groups and business support resources to help build community, share experiences and address concerns about doing business in Essex. In November, Coffee & Conversation will take place on: Friday, November 15, 20249:00 AM to 10:30 AM atKenwood High School501 Stemmers Run Rd.Essex, MD 21221 Kalyn Alleman, Career Navigator, and Andrew Goldbeck, Community Schools Facilitator, along with the rest of the team at Kenwood, will be our hosts. Attendees will enjoy coffee and treats as we get to learn about the incredible CTE programs at Kenwood, network with each other, and share information about initiatives and projects currently taking place in Essex. RSVP REQUIRED by Wednesday, November 13 at 5:00 PM. Space is limited, so don't wait to sign up. Contact Nayeli Rojas,

Coffee & Conversation – Happy Hour Edition

Albright's Mechanical 11 S Maryln Ave., Essex, Maryland, United States

JOIN US as we gather with other Essex Business/Commercial Property Owners, Operators, School and Community Leaders for our next Coffee & Conversation - HAPPY HOUR EDITION to help build community, share experiences and address challenges and opportunities related to doing business in Essex. This month, Coffee & Conversation will take place on: Friday, December 20, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Albright's Mechanical at 11 S Marlyn Ave in Essex. Rob Baker, General Manager at Albright's, and crew will host us for this December 2024 networking event. In addition, we will share information about the grants and initiatives currently taking place in Essex providing support to businesses. RSVP REQUIRED by Wednesday, December 18 at 5:00 pm. Space is limited, so don't wait to sign up. Contact Nayeli Rojas, Community Engagement Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or 443-579-7974.

ABOUT US

Essex CDC White and Yellow Footer LogoEssex Community Development Corporation is a 501c3 organization. The organization includes Essex business and property owners, school and community leaders, representatives from area institutions, and Baltimore County Government staff. We are working together and ready to do the necessary hard work to bring lasting change to the Essex area. Learn More

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Essex Community Development Corporation
25 Eastern Blvd.
Suite 98
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 579-7974

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