In This Issue

TCNA Co-Presidents' Updates

Neighborhood Committees

• Public Safety Updates: Yearly Comparisons & November & December Updates; Free COVID Tests
• Events Committee: Spring Cook-out
• Greens Committee: Gardens Weeded for Winter
• Streets Committee Updates: Walking Path and University Parkway
• Communications Committee: Website: History of Highfield Road
• TCNA 2024-2025 Nomination Committee: Garth Thompson, Chair

Neighborhood News

• Signs in Tuscany-Canterbury
• Major Storm Damage - Lombardy
• Stony Run Flooding
• Dead Deer
• Dumpster Dates for 2024
• Demographic Data: Income Levels
• TCNA Snow Plan
• Frozen Pipes

Neighbors in the News

• Beau Dagenais, passed December 2023
• John Talbott, passed November 2023
• Councilwoman Odette Ramos, received Legislator of Year Award
• Bon Appetit pays Tuscany-Canterbury's Neighbor, Lane Harlan, a Visit

Johns Hopkins University

• Leads Nation in Research Spending
• Plans to create a National AI Hub in Baltimore
• Ice Rink Now Open

Restaurants In Tuscany-Canterbury

• Ambassador Dining Room: Lunch Specials
• Cypriana: Happy Hour and Weekday Specials

Home & Condo: Sale Prices, Active Listings, Rentals

Events In and Around Tuscany-Canterbury

TCNA Neighborhood November Updates

Pat Hawthorne and Mike Travieso, Co-Presidents

Dear Neighbors,

Now that we have entered a new year, we want to share with you our wish for world peace and our desire for all people, here and abroad, to be good neighbors, to embrace humanity, to show compassion and lend a helping hand, and to show tolerance for those who may not share the same beliefs. These are values that we see in action every day in this wonderful community. It’s what makes Tuscany-Canterbury such a desirable place to live.

We are also saddened that we lost two neighbors in the past couple of months: John Talbot who lived in the Warrington with his wife Sue and Beau Dagenais who lived in Tuscany Court with his wife Ashley and children Owen and Penny. You can read more about the lives they lived later in the newsletter. Our sincere condolences to their families.

In the next issue of the TCNA newsletter, coming out in March, we will sum up the activities and accomplishments of the TCNA during the past year. It is our goal to continue to make our community the “BEST” in Baltimore and one of the keys to being the “BEST” is through volunteerism. Many thanks to all of you who helped with community activities, large or small. It takes a village and we appreciate how many people have stepped to the plate. You are the “BEST!!”

Pat and Mike

Tuscany-Canterbury Public Safety Updates

Paul Gallo, Chair of TCNA Public Safety Committee

Tuscany-Canterbury is one of the safest neighborhoods in the City. The larcenies in our neighborhood are usually something that is stolen from an unlocked car. Auto thefts have significantly increased throughout the Baltimore Area.

Crime Information November & December

November: 3900 block Charles St, Stolen car (Hyundai)

November: 3900 block Charles St, Stolen car (Toyota)

December: 3900 block Charles St, Wallet stolen from car

December: 3700 block Charles St, Sunglasses stolen from car

December: Tuscany at Canterbury, Stolen car (car left running)

December: 3700 block Charles St, Stolen car (Hyundai)

The Northern Police district has wheel locks available for Baltimore City residents who own Kia and Hyundai vehicles. Address: 2201 W. Cold Spring Lane, Ph. 410-396-2455.

Ways that you can help make our neighborhood even safer.

• Always lock your doors to your home, car, or garage if you are inside or out.

• Don’t leave anything visible in your car. Put it in your trunk.

• Lights make a huge difference. Keep outside lights on (home, condo, apartments) all night long.  Also have outside lights that are triggered by motion. This is really important for safety for everyone in the neighborhood. 

• If you see anything suspicious, call 911. (That means that you think something is happening or could happen). If something has already happened, call 311 and click on police to report it or file it on line. . CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

• Remove packages from your porch or doorway as soon as possible.

• Register your ring or security camera with the police. They will not be able to access the camera without your permission. CLICK HERE to register your car or for more information.

• Continue to walk in the neighborhood (even in the cold).  More people out makes a safer neighborhood.

TCNA Board: At the June 2024 meeting, the Nominating Committee will recommend a slate of officers and board members. This recommended slate will be sent to the membership 30 days prior to the June meeting according to the TCNA by-laws. Garth Thompson, TCNA vice president, is chair of the committee. The goal is to have an active and committed board with members from all sections of the neighborhood, including the condominiums.

All board members serve one year terms and

• Are responsible for a committee or other neighborhood project; and are willing to provide information for the newsletter and website concerning the committee's activities or projects
• Attend the majority of six board meetings and two general meetings each year
• Must be current TCNA members
• Reach out to neighbors in their section of the neighborhood when necessary
• Keep the board informed about neighbors' issues and concerns

A great way to make a difference and meet neighbors.

Other ways to volunteer and make a difference

Greens Committee: Volunteers work to keep the neighborhood green and beautiful. They are responsible for the four public gardens and adding trees throughout the neighborhood.

Streets Committee: There are three major street projects (University Parkway, 39th Street, Linkwood Road) to calm the traffic and make the neighborhood safer for all.

Membership Committee: The goal is to welcome new neighbors and to make sure everyone knows about TCNA.

Events Committee: Events throughout the year provide a variety of opportunities for neighbors to get to know each other.

Communications Committee: This committee produces an e-newsletter 6 times a year and manages the TCNA website.

Calvert Liaison Committee Members are selected based on requirements in the Calvert covenants with TCNA.

Other ways to help and support your neighborhood

If you don't have time to volunteer, become a member. Tell someone in your condo, apartment building or in your block about TCNA. Encourage them to get the newsletter or join. TCNA is stronger with you as a member! We’d ❤️ to have you join us or renew your dues. 

Neighborhood Events

Spring Cookout, June 12

Different board members & neighbors will chair specific events throughout the year.

A cookout is being planned prior to the TCNA Neighborhood General Meeting on June 12. Volunteers are needed to cook, help with the set-up and clean-up, and organize activities for children.

Linkwood Road Walking Path

One Step at a Time

The Linkwood Road Walking Path is moving ahead...one step at a time. In December, we met with our partners at Friends of Stony Run and Parks & People Foundation to walk along Linkwood Road from Stony Ford to Ridgemede. A representative from Baltimore City Recreation and Parks was able to join us. We looked at current conditions, including erosion from the recent flood, showed everyone our concept plan, and answered questions about the plan so that everyone is on the same page. 

Parks & People Foundation (P&P) is now officially the steward of the state funding we received for the project. P&P is legally able to receive state funding and contract with city-approved design and construction firms. P&P is now in the process of hiring a design firm to develop engineering drawings for review and approval by various city agencies. TCNA will continue to be engaged with P&P and Friends of Stony Run in reviewing the designs to ensure they meet our specifications and address the issues, concerns, and aspirations of our neighborhood. 

After the designs are approved, we'll need to negotiate various agreements between the parties involved and acquire permits to proceed to construction. This step can take many, many months as we wind through the city's bureaucracy. 

We'll continue to keep the neighborhood up to date as the project advances from design to permitting to construction. Thanks for your patience and support.

University Parkway "Daylighting"

Please Keep Your Curbs, Gutters, and Drains Clear to Prevent Accidents

Rising temperatures mean the Nor'Easters that used be significant snow events for Baltimore now produce a lot of rain and wind, more like a summer tropical storm than the winter storms we might remember from years ago. Recent rainstorms have shown the importance of keeping storm drains clear of leaves, silt, and other debris. 

For example, we saw significant ponding of water across 39th Street at Canterbury as the storm drain on 39th was completely clogged. Linkwood Road also has been impacted repeatedly. Ponding water can lead to hydroplaning and prevent cars and trucks from slowing and stopping before crosswalks, stop signs, and the 39/Canterbury roundabout.

Please do your part and keep your curbs, gutters, and drains clear!

If drivers need to move to allow an emergency vehicle through in the area on University Parkway where there is only one lane, they can pull off to the side driving over the flex posts, which are designed not to damage vehicles.

Update December 2023

All the gardens were cleaned and trimmed for winter. Thanks to everyone who helped throughout 2023.

Do you love trees and all the trees in Tuscany-Canterbury that make our neighborhood a unique part of Baltimore?

TCNA is looking for a "TREE Ombudsman"

Your role would be to help get the City dead trees removed and advise the TCNA board where and how to get more trees planted in Tuscany Canterbury.

Oldest Home in Tuscany-Canterbury

A Fraternity House in the 1980's

Lawrence Hall Fowler's home in 1925

TCNA Electronic Newsletters Started 6 Years Ago

Six years ago (February 2018) TCNA sent out its first electronic newsletter. Prior to 2018, TCNA did a great paper newsletter 4 times a year and hand-distributed it throughout the neighborhood. (PDF copies of those newsletters back to 2010 are on the TCNA website.)

In 2018, the woods in the 200 block of Tuscany Road was being sold and TCNA needed a faster way to keep the neighborhood up-to-date about what was happening. It was decided to go electronic. It was sent to 234 emails in the neighborhood. Today the TCNA list has grown to 659 emails with an average of 75% neighbors opening the emails within a few days.

Dozens of volunteers provide material for these newsletters. A special thank you to everyone who continues this effort. Your annual dues supports this effort by funding the expenses of Constant Contact and website costs.

E-Newsletter Committee

The E-newsletter only happens with the help and support of the many people in the neighborhood.

Thank You!!

• John Robinson is the TCNA's neighborhood photographer.
• Julie Watson is responsible for website
• Ann Finkbeiner edits the newsletter.
• Pat Hawthorne & Mike Travieso keeps the neighborhood up-to-date through President's Message
• TCNA board members contribute regular articles and information
• Crime Stats and Safety Tips, Paul Gallo
• Sales Stats, Julia Frazier
• Restaurants, Maureen LaPorta
• Neighborhood Dumpster Information, Sam Banks
• Resident Permit Parking Information, Nancy Lee LaMotte
• Calvert School Information, Amy Mutch
• Street Committee Reports, Brian ten Siethoff
• Greens Committee Reports, Eric Elton, Pat Mutch
• Linda Eberhart, Newsletter Coordinator

In and Around Tuscany-Canterbury

Questions, Comments, Messages

If you see a problem, have a question, or want to help, let TCNA know.

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Illegal Signs: Social High Rise Apartment, 3900 North Charles

The signs advertising public parking at The Social Apartments that were illegally set up on the sidewalks adjacent to the apartment property in November have been remove, thanks to the efforts of several neighbors who reported the signs to city agencies; however, three signs advertising parking remain on the property (businesses in residential areas are allowed only one accessory-use sign per property). In addition to the sidewalk signs being illegal, TCNA was advised that The Social did not have a permit for public parking on their property, which resulted in a citation and monthly fine. The Social did eventually apply for a permit but it was not the correct permit, so they have been advised to re-apply. The citation and fines will continue until the matter is resolved.

At the request of the TCNA, the Ambassador Dining Room did remove two of their A-frame signs. Thank you Ambassador Dining Room for responding to the neighborhood concern.

Major Storm hits Baltimore on January 9

• Large tree fell on the Lombardy on Stoneyford Road
• Stony Run rose rapidly during the storm but did not overflow.

The tree from the Calvert hillside on Stoneyford fell on the canopy and entrance of the Lombardy. It prevented residents from being able to easily exit the building. TCNA contacted Councilwoman Odette Ramos to help with the emergency. She was able to get the City to help clear the entrance of the building and also the street. The City worked until 2am to finish the work. Odette went to the Lombardy around 9pm to make sure everyone was safe.

Neighbors on Linkwood moved most of their cars due to the threat of the Stony Run flooding again. The City reported that the water level reached just under Coldspring Lane in the evening. Residents in the Tuscany Co-op reported that the Stony Run did almost overflowed its banks near Stoneyford Road and Linkwood.



Stony Run Flooding

Tuscany-Canterbury has had one flooding event and one near-flooding event in the past four months. We expect that these events will happen more frequently as we experience more extreme weather. The TCNA invited Councilwoman Odette Ramos to our meeting on January 17th to update the Board about what steps the city, county, and state are taking to mitigate future flooding. 

Councilwoman Ramos reported that the city is currently conducting a Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H & H) study of Stony Run from Remington north to the city line. The study will measure the movement of water including volume and rate of flow as it moves through its watercourse. This is the first step that will assist engineers to determine what alterations or new construction may be required to reduce chances of future flooding events.

The results of the study will be available in the spring, at which time the city will meet with affected neighborhoods and business areas to review the findings and present their plans for next steps. We will continue to update Tuscany-Canterbury neighbors about this important issue.

Dead Deer in Wyman Park

What should you do if you see a dead deer?

Notify 311 as soon as possible. The neighbor did call and the deer was removed the same day!

Tuscany-Canterbury Census Data:

Income and Poverty Levels

Median Household Income

2019:  $67,406

2011: $52,291

29% increase in median household income between 2011 and 2019:  $15,115

The TCNA Website has a demographics page that includes current census information on these topics.

• Population and People
• Education
• Race and Ethnicity
• Income
• Employment and Occupation
• Housing
• Transportation
• Crime

2023-2024 Baltimore City Snow Plan

for the Tuscany-Canterbury Neighborhood

The City or Tuscany-Canterbury does not plow or salt alleys or clear sidewalks.

Prevent Frozen Pipes

• JHU Leads Nation in Research Spending
• JHU Plans to Ccreate a National AI Hub in Baltimore
• Ice Rink Now Open
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JHU Leads Nation in Research Spending for 44th Year in a Row

Hopkins spent a record-breaking $3.4 billion on research and development in FY22, $1.6 billion more than the next highest university. JHU researchers' success in winning federal funding—which accounted for close to 87% of its 2022 R&D expenditure—enables them to pursue projects in an array of fields, from human genetics to artificial intelligence.

Johns Hopkins University plans to make Baltimore a national hub for artificial intelligence

Baltimore Banner, December 11, 2023

The project includes the construction of two new facilities on the Homewood campus and the hiring of 110 new faculty and professors. The institute is designed to centralize a myriad of existing data science and artificial intelligence projects across the university.

A centralized hub means greater efficiency, standardized practices and stronger safeguards — all of which is bolstered by the diversity of expertise among institute-affiliated faculty.

Johns Hopkins Ice Rink is Open

Restaurants

In and around

Tuscany-Canterbury

Maureen LaPorta, TCNA restaurant liaison

One World Cafe is a vegan and vegetarian restaurant owned by sisters Cindy and Sue. They have been in place at One World cafe for 22 years and the majority of the staff has been there for more than 20 years! Quite an accomplishment. Most of their food items are made in-house and gluten-free options are also available. One World has both indoor and outdoor dining options and offers a full-service bar. Breakfast is served until 3 pm each day. The restaurant is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday through Friday hours are 10am to 8pm, Saturday hours are 9am to 8pm and Sunday hours are 9am to 4pm.

Alizee offers classic American cuisine with a gourmet touch. They have a team of seasoned professionals led by Chef Francisco Lopez leading the group with experience coming from many other city restaurants.

Happy Hour is 4-6 PM, Sunday through Thursday, with 50% off all alcoholic drinks.

There will be specialty nights with lower prices on specialty items of the night. One of their specialties and their most ordered entree is braised short ribs. It is definitely worth trying.

New menus and new entrees will be available in about two weeks.

The Ambassador offers traditional and authentic Indian dishes.

All dishes are made from scratch daily including the naan bread.

Lunch Specials Tuesday through Thursday for $15.00. Friday through Saturday there is an extended buffet which is $18.95. Sunday the extended buffet is $27.95 and includes unlimited mimosas.

2022 BEST OF BALTIMORE WINNER OF BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT

All items on the menu are handmade, dressings are made from scratch with no preservatives or sugar, and the hummus is handcrafted. They use only the best of olive oil from Crete.

Happy Hour (for those seated at bar stools only) all days of the week from 5PM until close with the exception of Friday and Saturday. Friday and Saturday Happy Hour will last for a more limited time (not until close). Happy Hour has decreased prices for drinks and some food at the bar.

Cypriana will have a dinner special with a decreased price Sunday through Thursday. Examples of the dinner special: meatball night, pasta night, and falafel night. 

The new cafe in the neighborhood, Kanom, insists on food quality. All items are made from scratch daily. The cafe is open every day except Tuesday from 7AM until 5PM

They are serving coffee, espresso, Thai iced tea and coffee, sodas, boxed sandwiches and salad, cake, pastry, croissants (butter, chocolate, almond, ham and cheese). Salads and hot made-in-house sandwiches are coming soon. On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, they have additional special croissants for example, tiramisu and cookies and cream.

• Kanom Instagram @Kanomcafe.md if neighbors would like to follow them.
• Web address www.Kanomcafe.com.
• Contact: 443-708-8108.

Hopkins Market

For the first year, Hopkins Market will respond to the customers' needs and determine the level of service to maximize customer’s experience. Hopkins Market will provide fresh deli sushi daily, a coffee bar, light fare like tuna salad, pizza, and groceries, wine, liquor, beer, and more.

They will offer delivery for some products according to guidelines. There will also be a sitting area in the Market. A goal of Hopkins Market is to provide essentials for residents so no one needs to drive daily. There will be more information as they get closer to the opening.

Read more about all the local restaurants in Tuscany-Canterbury in the new TNCA restaurant web page.

Tuscany Canterbury Homes & Condos

Sold Prices, Active Listings, Under Contract

List Now Also Includes Rentals

The chart below includes what is available in the neighborhood. We have included rentals this month. Let TCNA know if you want us to continue this new information and/or other information that you would like to see.

Active means currently on the market. . Closed means the property has sold and not longer for sale.

Thanks to TCNA member and realtor, Julia Frazier, who provides this information.

Note: The information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.   

Source:  This information is gathered from BRIGHT MLS, Inc and is provided courtesy of Julia Martin Frazier of Monument Sotheby's International Realty, Realtor for the Sales, 42 Village Square, MD, Cell: (410) 908-1760; Office: (443)708-7074 email: julia@monumentsothebysrealty.com

Winter in Tuscany-Canterbury

Click on the picture to view the gallery of pictures

Special thanks to John Robinson, neighborhood photographer, and Julie Watson, webmaster for all of their work. The TCNA website has the following image galleries if you missed them this year.

• Linkwood Road Flood 2023
• University Homes Centennial Celebration July 2023
• Stony Run Bridge Naming Event, May 2023
• University Homes: Now and Then

Events In and Around

Tuscany-Canterbury

If you have an event that you would like included in the newsletter, send information to presidentTCNA@gmail.com the month before the event.

Free Public Lectures about the Universe

Space Telescope Science Institute

"Free public lectures are held on the first Tuesday of every month at STScI at just about the level I gave mine at. They are also archived online if people want to watch from home."

Josh Peek, neighbor, astronomer, and keynote speaker at TCNA General November meeting.

March 5, 2024

8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

The Total Solar Eclipse of April 2024

Speakers: Michael Kirk (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center) and John Maple (Space Telescope Science Institute) (STScI)

On-line Attendance Only

Each event features a noted scientist who discusses a different cosmic topic. These lectures will be presented with a livestream to YouTube, and questions can be asked in the YouTube chat. The recordings will also be posted on our YouTube channel and accessible from this page. 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3r-Yu9CBDbyj1SvcQfJ5q5SAssXIB_4R

The telescope, which is many time more powerful than the Hubble Space Telescope, is operated out of the Space Telescope Science Institute, located on the Johns Hopkins University campus.

The teams working in Baltimore not only operate the telescope — which is a million miles away, orbiting the Sun — they also analyze the data the telescope collects to create the stunning images of outer space.

Devoted to Baltimore vocalist Ethel Ennis (1932 – 2019), this landmark exhibition explores each era of the singer's remarkable life—including Ethel's Place, the storied music club she owned with husband Earl Arnett. Featuring some 130 items drawn from the Johns Hopkins Sheridan Libraries' Ethel Ennis and Earl Arnett Collection, the photographs, posters, unpublished written arrangements, audiovisual recordings, business records, and other materials on display trace how Ennis connected with local and international audiences through her artistry and personal philosophies and consciously pioneered a musician's career path deeply rooted in her hometown.

Please touch the artwork: Baltimore Museum of Art opens expanded education center after $2.5 million renovation

Visitors of all ages are invited to play and learn in the Joseph Education Center. Following a major renovation, the Center reopens, offering activities and hands-on installations created by artists Derrick Adams, Mary Flanagan, and Pablo Helguera.

Read more in the Baltimore Sun article, December 1, 2023

The New York Times describes his playing as “mature, lyrical, accurate, and energetic.” Spanning centuries and styles, this program includes works by Bonnet, Franck, Haywood, Price, Stoddart, and Widor, all played on the Casavant Freres Organ at Second Presbyterian Church. 

Information about Numerous Concerts

There have been requests for more information about upcoming concerts near Tuscany -Canterbury. TCNA now has a separate page with information about various concerts. If we have missed one please let TCNA know so it can be added

• Community Concerts on Second
• Candlelight Concerts
• Shriver Hall Concert Series
• Emmanuel Episcopal Downtown
• Church of the Redeemer
• Peabody Events

CLICK HERE

TCNA Officers and Board Members

• Co-President: Pat Hawthorne (Gardens of Guilford Condo, Stony Run Lane)
• Co-President: Mike Travieso (Tuscany-Lombardy, Stony Run Lane)
• Past President Julia Frazier (Canterbury Road), Events Committee
• Vice President: Garth Thompson  (Ridgemede Road)
• Treasurer: Bill Bass (Cloverhill Road)
• Secretary: Sam Park (Tuscany Court)

Board Members:

• Bonnie Boland (The Colonnade, Canterbury Road), Gardens Committee
• Josh Cohen (Cloverhill Road), Events, 100th Celebration
• Linda Eberhart (Tuscany Road), Newsletter Coordinator
• Eric Elton (Cloverhill Road), Greens Committee, Co-chair
• Paul Gallo  (Tuscany Court), Public Safety Liaison
• Nancy Lee LaMotte (Ridgemede/Ridgewood Condo, Linkwood Rd), Residential Permit Parking Coordinator. Membership Committee
• Maureen LaPorta (Ridgemede Rd), Neighborhood Restaurant Liaison
• Mat Leffler-Schulman (Cloverhill Road), Events, 100th Celebration
• Rosalyn Mansouri (Winthrop House Condo, Charles Street), Membership Committee
• Amy Mutch (Tuscany Road), Calvert Liaison Committee Chair
• Jo-Ann Orlinsky (St. James Condo, Charles Street), Membership Committee
• Brian ten Siethoff (Cloverhill Road), Streets Committee Chair
• Julie Watson (Canterbury Road), Web Master