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526 days ago: Folklife Festival kicks off celebration of cultures
548 days ago: Celebrating two decades of the arts
550 days ago: Polish festival attracts 8,500
552 days ago: Looking for some fun? Find a festival
552 days ago: This weekend, it's all about the Polish
554 days ago: Bowiefest to feature local entertainers, businesses
581 days ago: Green Week to kick off with festival Saturday
582 days ago: Volunteers sought for EcoFestival in Baltimore City
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(George Hagegeorge/For The Examiner)
Amanda Cladwell, 16, of Essex, gets her face painted by Roberta Martellucci.
Amanda Cladwell, 16, of Essex, gets her face painted by Roberta Martellucci.
Local officials recalled how two years ago they thought the event had reached its end. They struggled to revive the event, and compared its rebirth to the community’s economic revitalization and efforts against crime.
“When we have tough times, we roll up our sleeves,” said U.S. Rep. C.A. “Dutch” Ruppersberger, D-District 2.
“It didn’t just happen. It happened because the community came together and because our elected officials were involved at the federal, state and local level.”
Event planners said they expected to top last year’s turnout of 18,000 at Sunday’s festival, which attracted several officials on the campaign trail including Gov. Robert Ehrlich.
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Art LaPole said:
Mr. Miller, I’m taking a family of 6 (4 kids) to the state fair Sunday. They are facing some hard times - so I’m treating them. Are there any coupons or discounts available anywhere? Art LaPole 301-343-2033
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Examiner Reader said:
How sad that things have to be changed because certain scum bags can't keep it together. The Havre de Grace pardade is something my family has done for years and now can't even feel safe to come there. S. Ward Joppatowne
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Examiner Reader said:
wow thats amazing but why would that many people actually come to one single carnival
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Vita M. King said:
The city of baltimore is growing,in what manner?Some people don't welcome the change,the new condos.The prices the go with them the rebuilding,yes the areas look great looking at the big picture.And the people that have to move,out of there surroundings,well some know no other way of life.What will happen next only time will tell,my self I welcome the wonderful condos,the picture book look,but that is only my eyes.The new things that will come about,that have been over due for some.New people out front now new faces that are of old.Get ready Baltimore hold on for the ride.The city already looks like another place,and where are some of the old faces,they have faded.
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Melanie said:
Nice to see Polish pride alive and thriving in Baltimore!
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Examiner Reader said:
Found this on Examiner.com's Event Calendar: Polish Festival Jun 1, 2007 - Jun 3, 2007 At Patterson Park's Pulaski Monument (Eastern Avenue at Linwood Avenue), join The Polish Community Association of Maryland for ethnic music, dance and perogis. Admission ranges from $2-$4. Children under 12 are free with paying adult. Specific scheduling information can be found on the Web site. Location: Patterson Park, Eastern Avenue, Baltimore 21231
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Examiner Reader said:
Yes, what if we're not Polish but want to attend this fesetival? The food sounds great. Please help us know where to go for the festival.
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Mel Lingerman said:
You never give the location of the event in the article.
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