We are pleased to be working with a few dedicated folks who will be reviving the plot of land at Old York Road and 36th in Waverly. Check out how the land looks now and join us in helping turn this into a thriving space for the community.
Old York Forest Garden
Community. Connection. Exercise. Waverly Walkers are neighborhood folks connecting on what matters most in their community. Share a favorite spot, like a community garden; discuss improvement plans; point out areas of concern, such as abandoned houses or litter. Tell your personal story; volunteer to help. Each resident of Waverly is a unique contributor to this welcoming and thriving community.
Friday, January 27, 2012
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
A Recap of Accomplishments
First and foremost, the walks would not be what they are without the folks who walk them. Thank you to neighbors, community leaders, police officers, city officials—everyone who has ever participated in a walk!
I wanted to take a moment to reflect on what the Waverly Walkers have accomplished. Since May 2011, these are the following observations and actions that are the result of these wonderful evening adventures:
• Reported vandalism at the BGE substation on the corner of 35th and Old York Road. Door has since been fixed and reinforced.
• Reported open door to a vacant home that was being worked on. Spoke to neighbor who knew the owner and was able to secure the door.
• Reported high grass. Established communication with owner and continue to request maintenance of green space.
• Gathered almost 20 people for our biggest walk where we visited Better Waverly's orchard and one of Waverly's community-managed open spaces. After the walk, had porch poetry reading in 4 languages.
• Report suspicious activity at a vacant home where it looked to be frequented by folks drinking there. Gate secured and eventually the house became occupied.
• On July 11th, 2011 a lost pitbull was found wandering around. The walkers took the dog to Ardmore Veterinarium on Loch Raven Boulevard to find out if he had been reported as lost or if he had a microchip to help us find his home. He had no home at the moment. That very night, the pitbull was welcomed into one of our neighbor's home, to stay for a few nights until they found a home for him...well, that became his home and now Lumpy, as he is known, lives with a loving family, including a canine companion.
• Highlighted accident prone street corner on the blog. Reported it to the Department of Transportation. Awaiting assessment from DOT.
• Found lost (and very expensive) phone and returned it to its rightful owner.
• Reported strong gas smell from sewer hole.
• Picked up trash.
• Handed out Halloween candy to children as we walked.
• Distributed community newsletters.
• Informed neighbors about listserv.
The list could go a bit longer, but this gives you a clear idea of some of what is possible and helpful in our community.
Thank you, Waverly, for your dedication. Help us continue this Waverly tradition!
I wanted to take a moment to reflect on what the Waverly Walkers have accomplished. Since May 2011, these are the following observations and actions that are the result of these wonderful evening adventures:
• Reported vandalism at the BGE substation on the corner of 35th and Old York Road. Door has since been fixed and reinforced.
• Reported open door to a vacant home that was being worked on. Spoke to neighbor who knew the owner and was able to secure the door.
• Reported high grass. Established communication with owner and continue to request maintenance of green space.
• Gathered almost 20 people for our biggest walk where we visited Better Waverly's orchard and one of Waverly's community-managed open spaces. After the walk, had porch poetry reading in 4 languages.
• Report suspicious activity at a vacant home where it looked to be frequented by folks drinking there. Gate secured and eventually the house became occupied.
• On July 11th, 2011 a lost pitbull was found wandering around. The walkers took the dog to Ardmore Veterinarium on Loch Raven Boulevard to find out if he had been reported as lost or if he had a microchip to help us find his home. He had no home at the moment. That very night, the pitbull was welcomed into one of our neighbor's home, to stay for a few nights until they found a home for him...well, that became his home and now Lumpy, as he is known, lives with a loving family, including a canine companion.
• Highlighted accident prone street corner on the blog. Reported it to the Department of Transportation. Awaiting assessment from DOT.
• Found lost (and very expensive) phone and returned it to its rightful owner.
• Reported strong gas smell from sewer hole.
• Picked up trash.
• Handed out Halloween candy to children as we walked.
• Distributed community newsletters.
• Informed neighbors about listserv.
The list could go a bit longer, but this gives you a clear idea of some of what is possible and helpful in our community.
Thank you, Waverly, for your dedication. Help us continue this Waverly tradition!
Monday, January 2, 2012
January 2, 2012
On the very first walk of the new year, we took a trip across 33rd to a monument dedicated to Lizette Woodworth Reese, Waverly teacher, poet, and writer, born 1856, died 1935. The monument is across from the YMCA, up on a hill in front of Eastern High School (between Loch Raven and Ellerslie). Check it out yourself some time and also look for other Reese tributes in the area. Waverly is proud to call Ms. Reese a native soul.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Waverly Tavern
Waverly Tavern, formerly Tony's Pace, will be open in a few weeks. The Waverly Walkers paid the new owner a visit on the November 14 Monday walk and spoke about his vision for the Tavern—a place where the community feels at home, can relax and have fun, and use as a community meeting place. We have high hopes and expectations for the Waverly Tavern, and the owner wants the community to tell him what we want this community social place to be and become.
Friday, November 4, 2011
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