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Read all the latest neighborly news. We update often so check back frequently (or at least every few months). Have something you think the community should know about? Visit the Contact page and let us know!
OCA President’s Message
Happy New Year to everyone in Overlea! I hope that folks in our community had a joyous and festive holiday season. The OCA has been moving and shaking, gearing up for our many events in 2023.
Overlea ArtsFest Art & Film Submissions are Open!
The popular Overlea ArtsFest 3-day festival is back, and submissions are open for all types of visual art and short films for our juried show.
Free Food Waste Composting Collection Continues
Reduce landfill waste by bringing your food scraps to the Overlea compost collection site in the parking lot of the Natural History Society of Maryland (6908 Belair Road).
Community Cats
The feral cat population in Baltimore has been an ongoing issue for many years. Feral cats are a direct outcome of owners who have deliberately abandoned their unwanted animals.
Buck Fowlers Tavern
Historic Overlea gem, Buck Fowlers Tavern is one of Baltimore Magazine’s Best Dive Bars! By Lydia Woolever, reprited from Dec. 2022
Eggs and Pastured Meat Delivery Comes to Overlea!
Jade Farm sells great foods at the Overlea Farmers Market every summer and is now delivering in Overlea!
Fullerton Fireworks Date for 2023!
Join us at this year’s Fullerton Fireworks display! The festivities will be on July 1st with fireworks beginning at 9:15 pm.
Save Overlea’s Trees - Did you know that English Ivy kills trees?
Part of Overlea’s charm, along with its historic homes, is the number of well-established trees we have. But many of them are threatened by English Ivy, a non-native plant that quickly takes over gardens, fences,
3rd Annual Taste of Overlea Pot Luck Dinner
Hey Overlea residents-it’s time to shine with what’s cooking in your kitchen! Enjoy food and fellowship with your neighbors at the Overlea Pot Luck Dinner!
Overlea National Night Out is On!
It’s going to be a Tasty Night in Overlea! Come join us on Tuesday, August 1st, 6-8pm. Save the date and stayed tuned for more information in the next newsletter, on Facebook or in the Community Bulletin.
Holt Park and Center for the Arts
Holt Park is a jewel in our neighborhood. On your next visit walking the trails, make a point to stop by the Nature Center cabin to visit the critters.
Overlea Farmers Market Returns
Save the dates for the 2023 season of this community treasure. The Overlea Farmers Market, organized by your Overlea Community Association, begins on Saturday, June 10 and runs every other Saturday through October 28.