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Today's Moment in
Prince George's County Black History
Welcome to today's moment in Prince George's County Black History.

The building now known as Baby Dee’s Guest Club was first constructed in 1912. Originally constructed as a grocery store in the Town of North Brentwood, the first incorporated African American community in Prince George’s County.

The building came to be known as “Sis’s Tavern” during the 1950’s and 1960’s. Local residents remember when the tavern was a well known social attraction that hosted performers such as Duke Ellington and Pearl Bailey.

In 1978, Sis’s Tavern was reopened as “Baby Dee’s Guest Club,” which remained in business until approximately 1996. Owned by a local African American resident, the property was an important commercial and social fixture in North Brentwood, first as a grocery store and later as a tavern. It is still a recognizable landmark in the community.
Hotel Resiliency Fund is now open
County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced an appropriation of $11 million to assist accommodation properties that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID-19 Hotel Resiliency Relief Fund will provide grants up to $190,339.98 to Prince George’s County-based hotels to promote long-term sustainability and resiliency for business operations, supporting COVID-19 safety measures, and maintaining business operations at a reduced capacity.

Applications will be accepted starting January 27, 2021 until February 24, 2021.

APPLY TODAY BEFORE FUNDS RUN OUT!
For more information and to apply visit: www.pgcedc.com/hotelfund
You may also email: JMAkida@co.pg.md.us or call: 301-925-8300

We're heading out of the snow and to the warmth of the islands with Dat Jerk Caribbean Chargrill located in the Woodmore Towne Centre!

It’s the restaurant's goal to treat every customer like family! From the moment you step into the door you will smell and feel the warmth in the atmosphere. Don’t be alarmed if you see a few jerks messing around… It’s all in jest and a part of our carefree welcoming attitude that’s ready to serve you!
Expanding Prince George's County
Washington Business Journal
Maryland governor calls on Biden administration to restart FBI headquarters search
Capital Gazette
DoorDash will provide local grants to help Prince George’s County restaurants
Hyattsville Wire
Food Hall Coming to the Station at Riverdale Park by Late Summer
Yahoo Financial
PREIT Executes 90,000 SF Lease for Self Storage Facility at Mall at Prince George's
County Company Wins International Contract
Congratulations to Pan Services. Located in the Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation's Innovation Station Business Incubator, Pan Services was recently rewarded a contract to develop St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Agbor, Delta in Nigeria. Pan Services became acquainted with the St. Patrick’s Church when its CEO, Phillip Njowusi participated in the Prince George’s County EDC Trade Mission to Nigeria in 2018.

This is a win for all.
Business Spotlight
DID YOU EAT YOUR VEGGIES?

Meet Gale Ann Livingstone (affectionately known as Farmer Gale), owner of Deep Roots Farm in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Deeps Roots has been providing fresh, organic, LOCALLY grown vegetables, herbs, and fruits to the Prince George’s County Community since 2020.
 
After leasing several different farms for numerous years, Farmer Gale decided it was time to purchase her own land and provide a “Farm-To-Table” method for delivering the highest quality fruits and vegetables.
 
Deep Roots specializes in Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). CSA is a crop-sharing method that connects farmers directly to consumers. At Deep Roots, members subscribe to a share in the farm's production for a season and receive weekly harvests, cultivating a personal relationship between them. While the farmer is supplying fresh seasonal organically grown produce, the member is providing access to direct resources. It is the most direct farm-to-table method available.
 
According to Farmer Gale, “Deep Roots does more than just help build the agricultural community through crop-sharing, [they] focus on the future of our planet by promoting increased soil health.” Farmer Gale states, “soil health is intrinsically linked to the total health of our food system. Affecting everything from plant health to human well-being. The idea is to create farm systems that work in harmony with nature to improve the quality of life for every creature involved.”
 
When you are looking to enjoy delicious niche items like baby ginger and broccolini as well as other incredible vegetables grown here in Prince George’s County, or if you are interested in becoming a member of a spectacular Community Supported Agriculture program please visit Deep Roots Farm by clicking https://deeprootsfarm.us/
Calendar of Events
Product Design Process Discussion
February 4TH | 6:30PM

Entrepreneurs and inventors actively developing a physical product, or looking to begin developing one should come to this dynamic session focused on design process. Whether you are looking to be the person designing all the parts of your product or want to hire someone else to help with the design work, understanding the “design process” is incredibly important. It ensures that the design continues to move forward to meet the needs of your customers. The design process can also help you narrow down the most important features of a product. Come learn more and be part of a dynamic design process discussion.
First Friday Coaching
February 5TH | 9AM

Join us for a first Friday coaching session as we hold open space for business owners to discuss their business and personal health and wellbeing. Each participant will walk away with health tips to take with them and apply during these pandemic times. Co-active discussion led by Coach LaTanya Eggleston.
Lunch and Learn with Minority Business Development Agency
February 11TH | 1pM

Come learn more about the Minority Business Development Agency and the services they provide, as well as gain insights into current and upcoming federal government contracting opportunities. Bring your questions and come prepared to network with fellow government contractors. Discussion led by Tommy Marks.
FREE BUSINESS COUNSELING

County CEO’s are invited to participate in FREE business recovery counseling sessions with experienced business counselors to receive immediate feedback on their current COVID-19 recovery efforts.
 
Counselors will include one or more members of the PGCEDC staff and other experts with business management, finance, marketing and strategic planning experience.
 
Companies will be asked to submit their recovery/continuity plans, if available and answer specific questions in advance of their session.
County COVID Updates
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE
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Learn more about resources available to the Prince George's County Business Community by visiting www.pgcedc.com or calling us at
(301) 583-4650 today!