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Pride, Place, and a National Recognition: Why Sykesville... On June 6, Downtown Sykesville will once again celebrate Pride Day—a day rooted in visibility, belonging, and community. Join us in down...
Growing Up in Sykesville: A Conversation with Deidre Lyn... For Deidre Lynn Johnson Kimbrow, Sykesville isn’t just a hometown, it’s the place where generations of her family have put down roots. B...
Where Art Builds Community: From Gallery Walls to Nation... Along the blue brick of 7611 Main Street , a once-quiet stretch of wall has become something living: a mirror-lined, frame-filled, joy-p...
Painted in Love, Poured with PurposeCelebrate art, wine, and community at the 2026 Downtown Sykesville Art & Wine Festival. The event honors the memory of Donna Carol Box a...
Sykesville’s Black Heritage Project: An Interview with O... Mr. Owen “Hanky” Norris was born on May 6, 1939, to Earle S. Norris and Mabel Johnson Norris and was among the first generation of child...
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Owen W. "Hanky" Norris May 6, 1939 - October 21, 2025Owen W. “Hanky” Norris lived a life rooted in resilience, community, and quiet leadership. As a Robert Moton High School alumnus, his st...
Raise a Glass, Sykesville — Art & Wine Returns Soon 🍷🎨Join us in Downtown Sykesville on May 2nd for the Art & Wine Festival—a community fundraiser filled with wine tastings, live music, arti...
A Firm Foundation: Brad Collins and the Communities at J... Neighbors, did you know that within our community there is a smaller community with roots and heritage that you’ve probably never realiz...
Turning Experience Into Impact: The “DISRUPTIVE TALK”In a world where conformity often overshadows creativity, the Disruptive Entrepreneur Workshop emerges as a beacon for those daring to d...
Help Shape the Future of Downtown SykesvilleThe Downtown Sykesville Connection is beginning its next strategic planning process, and we’re inviting community members to help guide ...
✨ Façade Improvement Funding Now Available! ✨✨ Façade Improvement Funding Now Available! ✨ The Downtown Sykesville Façade Improvement Program is officially open and accepting applic...