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Thursday, November 17, 2022
Grand opening of Covalent Spirits Distillery
Friday, February 4, 2022
Future Westminster
Sunday, January 23, 2022
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
January 10, 2022 Westminster Fire Dept. report by Kevin Dayhoff
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Westminster the best place to retire in Maryland
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Monday, December 6, 2021
Covalent Spirits: Creating Bonds Through Sharing.
Covalent Spirits: Creating Bonds
Through Sharing.
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/covalent-spirits-distillery-tasting-room#/
Dec 5, 2021
Covalent Spirits is new distillery,
tasting room, and event venue coming soon to Westminster, MD. We launched an
Indiegogo campaign (https://igg.me/at/covalentspirits) to raise money to help
with the renovation costs. Covalent Spirits is moving into the old City Garage
on Main Street, a historic building built in the 1920s, but it needs a lot of
TLC. With your help, we can restore a piece of history, reinvent this space,
and revitalize a part of downtown Westminster.
Covalent
Spirits is a craft distillery, tasting room, and event venue that is dedicated
to bringing distilling back to Westminster, MD. Located 45 min from Baltimore
and 75 min from DC, Covalent Spirits is nestled in the heart of Carroll County,
surrounded by rich history and beautiful landscapes.
Covalent
Spirits will be taking an experimental approach to creating a variety of
spirits, including vodka, gin, brandy, liqueur, and whiskey. We want to help
our customers better understand their palates and better appreciate what is in
their glass. In chemistry, "covalent" refers to a bond created
through sharing (electrons). We believe that's how you form the strongest and
most memorable bonds -- sharing a drink, sharing a memory, sharing a community.
That is the "covalent spirit,” and that is the essence of our company.
We
officially incorporated in early March 2020, right before the pandemic hit.
Because of the pandemic, we had spare time to focus on business planning, but
we also had to deal with contractor shortages and increased costs of materials.
Since this tasting room is where we want the community to share and connect, we
thought its build-out would be the perfect use of the money raised by this
campaign.
Our Story
Meet Jenn and Drew – the Masterminds of Covalent Spirits!
Jenn is our “Chief Thinker” and a science
geek at heart. A graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and
The Johns Hopkins University, she is an entrepreneur with over 25 years of
management/technology consulting experience. Jenn started her own consulting
company in 2016, and she also operates TasteBuds Events, an event design
company that focuses on themed food/beverage tastings.
Drew is our “Chief Taster” and product
quality control guru. He graduated from Gettysburg College and received a
Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from The Johns Hopkins University. He has been
a public educator for almost 30 years, first as a math and computer science
teacher, then as a principal (many locals might recognize him as the former
principal of Century High School). He currently works as a principal in Howard
County.
Sunday, April 25, 2021
April 23, 2021: Westminster budget workshop
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Dayhoff: Gilbert commission on Year of the Woman
Just a few months ago, in January, Westminster Councilwoman Ann Thomas Gilbert gathered many leaders from throughout the county to a meeting to brainstorm how to celebrate the Year of the Woman in Westminster and the many milestones in our local community such as the first women jurors in May 1957.
Tuesday, August 6, 2019
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 news and information
There are events all throughout Carroll County…
According to a release from the Westminster Police Department:
WESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN 2019 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
On Tuesday, August 6, 2019, seven neighborhoods throughout the City of Westminster will join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 36th Annual National Night Out event. National Night Out (NNO) is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. The National Association of Town Watch (NATW) sponsors NNO in partnership with law enforcement and community groups. Westminster neighborhoods will host a variety of special events, including block parties, cookouts, youth activities, and visits from police officers, fire/EMS and elected officials.
Chief Thomas Ledwell states, “National Night Out is a great opportunity for community members to get to know their local police officers and fellow neighbors during a fun event designed to promote crime prevention awareness. We encourage everyone who is able to participate to bring your families out and enjoy your local neighborhood event with us.”
In a recent newsletter, Delegate Susan Krebs wrote:
Come out and join your neighbors for National Night Out. NNO is a FREE Family Event bringing neighbors together to promote a positive community-police relationship- making our communities safer. The fun- filled event hosts vendors, food, and interactive activities for kids, while learning about the services of the Police and Emergency Services.
Residents in Carroll County are invited to join our First Responders at one of the locations below. You are encouraged to lock your home, turn on outside lights, and spend the evening meeting and greeting neighbors and police.
LOCATIONS, ACTIVITIES & TIMES
Freedom- Sykesville Area at Sykesville Carnival Grounds, 6680 Sykesville Road - 6:00- 9:00 pm
Hosted by the Sykesville Police Department, Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department and the Freedom District Lions Club, neighbors can enjoy foods from Jimmy Johns and Oscar's, hot dogs and snow cones served by the volunteer fire department and the Lions Club's famous french fries. Carroll County Sheriff's Office Mobile Command Center 1 will exhibit their K-9 team and drone. Participate in safety demonstrations, face painting, and giveaways from 20+ community businesses and organizations.
Hampstead Fire Department 6:30-9:00 pm
The Hampstead Police will be hosting this special event, a "FREE Block Party", featuring face painting, entertainment of Daniel Israel, bounce obstacle course, FREE raffle with many prizes including new bicycles… Carroll County Sheriff's Office K-9 Demonstration, FREE food donated by Outlaw BBQ Smokehouse, Dunkin', Beijing Palace Restaurant, Ricky's Bistro, Illiano's J&P Restaurant, JJ Hoffman's Creamery, Daughter's Café, Jiffy Mart, Snickerdoodles, Luna Zul, and more.
Manchester Carnival Ground 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Meet and Greet local police and fire personnel, enjoy area Boy Scout Troop kid activities, interactive demonstrations to include "Jaws of Life", fire hose and drunk driving simulation, Carroll County Sheriff K-9 Team and drone demonstrations, hot dogs, popcorn, snowballs and drinks.
Mt. Airy Carnival Grounds 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Enjoy food, entertainment, and demonstrations
Taneytown Carnival Grounds 49 Memorial Drive, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
An evening of pony rides, 40 foot obstacle course, information and demonstrations by Taneytown Volunteer Fire Department, US Army Reserves, Carroll County Animal Control, Maryland State Police Crime Laboratory, "Dunk-A-Cop" dunk tank, Carroll County Sheriff's Office, food and beverages. FAMILY FUN and much more......
New Windsor Carnival Grounds 101 High Street 6:30-8:30 pm
Over 40 vendors, food by Uncle B's snow ball stand, hot dogs, chips, ice cream and drinks- Lions Club, moon bounce, bean bag toss, obstacle course, Stars and Strips Petting Corral, McGruff Suit by Carroll County Library, photo booth and police tape maze. Carroll County Sheriff's Office's Mobile Command Center 1 will exhibit their K-9 team and drone.
Westminster Participating Neighborhoods:
Dutterer's Park & Pavilion Area 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Sponsored by the GFWC- JWC of Westminster, the event features pizza, cake, drinks, 15+ informational tables, kids' door prizes and more!
Belle Grove Square / Park Avenue side 7:00 to 8:30pm
11th Annual NNO with an ice cream social sponsored by Historic Belle Grove Square Neighborhood Association
The Green's of Westminster 7:00 to 9:00pm
City Pool parking lot and community room
Eagle View 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Firestone Road and Tahoma Farm Road
Meet our local Police and Fire Department
Furnace Hills 6:00 to 8:00 pm
Palmer Terrace Overflow Parking
Carroll Lutheran Village- Garden of Memories 7:00 to 8:00 pm
King Park 5:00 to 7:30 pm
Neighbors will be greeted by mascot "Armadillo" from Texas Roadhouse handing out coupons, "the Cow" from a local frozen custard restaurant offering frozen treats, pizza, Tristar Martial Arts demonstrations, Kelly's face painting, music and more...
Bring back the "True Sense of Community" by attending National Night Out
https://patch.com/maryland/westminster/national-night-out-tuesday-august-6th-2019-news-information
https://kevindayhoff.wordpress.com/2019/08/06/national-night-out-tuesday-august-6th-2019-news-and-information/
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Monday, May 6, 2019
Westminster candidates for the May 14th, 2019 municipal election.
Westminster candidates for the May 14th, 2019 municipal election.
May 5th, 2019
VOCAL always does a good job of doing its homework and bringing the issues in the community forward for consideration and discussion. According to its website, “VOCAL is an inclusive grassroots group in Carroll County, Maryland advocating for ethical and just principles, policies, and officials in local government…” The community owes a debt of gratitude to VOCAL for all its work on behalf of the community.
It’s coverage of the Westminster municipal elections may be found here: https://vocalcarrollcounty.wordpress.com/elections/elections-2019/city-of-westminster-election-2019/
Westminster voters will head to the polls on May 14, 2019 to elect three members of the Common Council. The term of office for a Common Councilmember is four years.
Six candidates have filed to run for three open seats on the Westminster Common Council. The deadline to file was Monday April 15, 2019. at 5 p.m. The election will be May 14 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., according to Shannon Visocsky, Westminster City Clerk.
Candidates for the three open seats on the Common Council are Kate Carter, Steven Colella, Kevin Earl Dayhoff, Ann Thomas Gilbert, Jessica M. Laird, and Greg Pecoraro.
Those who live on the east side of Md. 31 vote at the Westminster fire department at 28 John St., she said. Those who live on the west side of Md. 31 vote at the Community Center at 325 Royer Road.
Anyone who has lived within the city limits for at least six months and can vote in a general election is qualified to vote in the municipal election, Visocsky said.
In the past, the city has faced issues such as public safety, economic development and how to keep the Main Street area vital.
The Carroll Community Media Center’s candidate profiles and voter guide for the May 14, 2019 municipal election may be found here: https://www.carrollmediacenter.org/westminster-voting-guide
VOCAL’s voter guide may be found here: https://vocalcarrollcounty.wordpress.com/elections/elections-2019/city-of-westminster-election-2019/westminster-candidates/
https://kevindayhoff.wordpress.com/2019/05/06/westminster-candidates/
https://www.facebook.com/kevindayhoff/posts/10216366287523366
https://patch.com/maryland/westminster/westminster-candidates-may-14th-2019-municipal-election
Sunday, March 10, 2019
A tribute to the passing of 4 great Carroll countians who made a difference: Haddad McDonald Schaeffer Law
A tribute to the passing of 4 Carroll countians
10Mar2019 by Kevin Dayhoff
https://www.facebook.com/kevindayhoff/posts/10215983059342901
Seems that my Sunday article in the Carroll County Times is not online. Makes me sad. The good news is that the paper printed the long version. The story may be accessed in the digital edition – find it here: http://tinyurl.com/4GR8CCians
The year 2019 has hardly begun and already the march of time has not been kind for a number of older, distinguished Carroll countians.
Among the folks who have made a difference in the community, whom we have lost in the first two months of the year are: • Richard Haddad, 77, who died Thursday, January 31, 2019. • David McDonald, 68, a former pharmaceutical representative and owner of Westminster Rare Coins who died Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019. Bobbye Schaeffer, 93, of the Schaeffer Lumber Company family in Westminster, died Friday, February 15, 2019 at Lorien Nursing and Rehab Center in Taneytown. • Dr. Alton Law, 85, of Westminster died Tuesday, February 19, 2019 from complications related to a rare neurological disease.
For now, until the story is posted online – you can read it in the digital edition: http://digitaledition.carrollcountytimes.com/infinity/article_share.aspx?guid=71f79254-b725-40a7-9515-18ad93192e5b&fbclid=IwAR2Ei6OWXOJIr2U4oTbGC_spIxxuEguiDJfKVuORDewEzc64R9sz__AkgV4
The “Life&Times” section of the Carroll County Times may be found here: http://digitaledition.carrollcountytimes.com/html5/mobile/production/default.aspx?pubid=b45ee690-df4b-4d65-9c5f-583e98fcc731
https://wordpress.com/block-editor/post/kevindayhoff.wordpress.com/1014