Business District Streets Are Looking Good

If you think the streets around the Cross Street Market seem cleaner lately, it's not your imagination. Federal Hill restaurants and taverns are kicking in funds to pay for about 24 man-hours of cleaning services each week by the local South Baltimore Station.

The Federal Hill Hospitality Association is using proceeds from its Irish Stroll event to hire the labor provided by residents of the Station, a home for men, mostly veterans, who are working toward self-sufficiency. The cleaning crew is out on Thursday and Sunday mornings.

Let's all do our part to keep our streets clean. If you see trash, pick it up! And, spread the word.

Spring Fever Shopping Extravaganza: May 2

Don't miss the bargains and fun on Saturday, May 2, at the shops in Federal Hill, Baltimore's "Best Shopping Neighborhood." Discounts, special treats, and great merchandise will be available out on the sidewalks. Stop by before or after the Federal Hill Prep School Silent Auction.
* Where: 800 to 1200 blocks of Light and S. Charles Streets and both blocks of E. Cross Street

* When: Saturday, May 2, 11am to 6pm

Bands for Spring Block Party Announced!

Here's the full line-up of bands for Federal Hill's Spring Block Party on April 26! Joining the Kelly Bell Band and Can't Hang are ... Stones Throw, Spit Hot Fire, 3 Fifths, The Reserves, Down Goes Fraizer, Skip Hop and Go Naked, Jamie McLean Band.

Save the date! Tickets are only $5.

It's Street Festival Time!

Join the Kelly Bell Band, Can't Hang, and other festival favorites at the SPRING BLOCK PARTY on Cross Street, Sunday, April 26, 11 am to 7 pm.

Volunteers are needed! Get a free T-shirt and front row seats to all the action. Interested? Call Jane at 410-727-4500.

Fest-of-All 2009: What a Party!

It was a great night last Saturday at Federal Hill's 2nd annual Fest-of-All. Thanks to our fabulous restaurants, taverns, boutiques, sponsors, and volunteers. We couldn't have done this without all of you!

Check out our photo album to see all the fun! (Photo above by Danielle Maggio.)

A Wonderful Night at Federal Hill's "Fest-of-All"

Baltimore Mayor Sheila Dixon (second from right) was a surprise guest at Federal Hill Main Street's "Fest-of-All" gala on Saturday, March 14. Dixon congratulated (from left) Executive Director Jane Seebold, Board President AMY Grace, and Federal Hill Business Association President Sonny Morstein on receiving the 2009 Great American Main Street Award from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Morstein was one of the founders of the Federal Hill Main Street Program. (Photo courtesy Randi Morstein)

More photos from Fest-of-All to come here and on the Main Street web site.

"Fest-of-All" Is Saturday Night -- Get Your Tickets!

Only a few days left before Federal Hill's big night out: the 2nd annual Fest-of-All party at the Museum of Industry on Key Highway.

You don't want to miss this party. It's got everything -- fabulous food, an open bar, fashion show, gaming, and a silent auction. See details in previous blog entries (below).

Tickets are available in person by stopping by the Main Street office at 42 E. Cross St. Questions? Call 410-727-4500.

The party starts at 7 p.m. Hope to see you there!

"Fest-of-All" Features -- Fashion, Federal Hill-Style

The Fashion Show at "Fest-of-All" is back! And, this year's is even bigger and better than last year's smashing success. More Federal Hill boutiques means more models, more fashions, more accessories, and more action on the runway.

Local fashionistas gathered on Sunday at the Baltimore Museum of Industry for a run-through before the big show on March 14. Federal Hill boutique owners discussed various fashion "looks" to highlight the wide variety of apparel and accessories, while models practiced strutting down the runway with flair.

Lisa Ponzoli (photo above) of "Babe. A Boutique" is coordinating the Fashion Show this year, with help from her fellow shop owners: Carrie of "Remember When," Julie of "Bottom Drawer," and Amy of "Amy's Boutique," to name just a few.

Don't miss this great display of Federal Hill fashion, just one of the features of the 2nd annual "Fest-of-All" party. Guests will also get free food and drink, gaming parlor, silent auction, dancing, and more.

Order your tickets today at http://www.fedhillfestofall.com/ or call us at 410-727-4500.