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Tiny Hands Need Tiny Easels Tiny Easel P. 12
The Smell of Scratch Made Food, and Love, in the Air Red Star P. 32
Going the Distance
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WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY
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COPPERMINE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS
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COMMUNITY KICK OFF WITH BALTIMORE IN A BOX
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PURE RAW JUICE
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MERCY MEDICAL CENTER | IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
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MOUNT WASHINGTON TAVERN
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THE MINE | NEW! LUXURY BOUTIQUE FITNESS
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COPPERMINE UNITED
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ANGELO’S SOCCER CORNER
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STATION NORTH BOOKS
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DRAGONS KARATE
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DAVID ROSS ORTHODONTICS
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THE BUS STOP
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COPPERMINE CASCADE LIGHTS
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SMALL HANDS NEED TINY EASLES TINY EASLES FOUNDER SOLVES THE MESS OF CRAFT TIME
GOING THE DISTANCE
ATHLETES SERVING ATHLETES TEACHES SELFLESSNESS TO OVERCOME DISABILITIES
THE SMELL OF SCRATCH MADE FOOD, AND LOVE, IN THE AIR FALL IN LOVE AT RED STAR IN FELLS POINT
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LETTER FROM ALEX WELCOME TO THE COMMUNITY.
We are beyond excited to launch the first issue of our Coppermine Community Newsletter featuring news & events from Coppermine, in addition to stories, special announcements and member advantages from our community partners and neighbors. At Coppermine we believe in giving back to the community we serve. Our athletes, campers, parents and members are equally passionate about the growing community and we look forward to bringing even more UNITY to the community. Through this publication and our social followings, we will continue to create awareness, educate, support and reinforce why the Coppermine community is so special and why we are so grateful for our families being such an integral part of it.
WE ARE COPPERMINE is more than a hashtag and more than a phrase. It is all encompassing principles of developing and inspiring others while achieving excellence both on and off the fields, inside and outside of the fitness clubs and during and after school. As a community, we share common understandings of the importance of family and neighbors, supporting each other, and living a life guided by the best of health, wellness and adventure. Be sure to stay informed of all Coppermine happenings and events by following us on social media. We wish you and your family a wonderful holiday season and look forward to seeing you soon!
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COPPERMINE TURNS 10! 2021 marks our 10th Anniversary providing the greater Baltimore area and surrounding counties with excellent sport and social programming for the entire family. Coppermine would not be what it is today without our amazing staff and dedicated Coppermine Community. The Coppermine culture exists because our outstanding staff and instructors are the key to our success. We are beyond proud of the effort our team brings to their work every day, and their unparalleled level of customer service. At Coppermine we love making an impact through positive coaching and relationships and value our families and members. Our deepest gratitude extends to our customers that support us, promote our services and offerings and entrust us with their children. We are humbled by the number of families that have been with us for so many years. Especially the young men and women that are now in leadership roles as camp counselors, coaches and staff members. Words cannot appropriately express the joy and excitement we feel having contributed to the success of so many members and participants in their goals to achieve excellence in athletics, fitness, wellness and health. We look forward to the next 10 years and beyond! 6
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CELEBRATE WITH US ALL YEAR LONG! MONTHLY EVENTS SHOWCASING OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES AND PROGRAMMING
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LIGHT SHOW AT CASCADE PARK Experience the magic at Cascade Lights, Coppermine’s outdoor seasonal celebration. GIRLS EMPOWERMENT WEEKEND Girls aged 7-14 are invited this weekend to experience Field Hockey & Lacrosse skills and drills clincis offered this Saturday and Sunday. to develop a love for the sports. Hosted by Charm City Field Hockey coaches, and Roland Park + Coppermine club lacrosse staff, these back to back events are sure to be exciting and fun!
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HANDS ON WITH THE SCIENCE GUYS Fiz, pop, boom! Coppermine kids join the Science Guys as they conduct hands-on experiments with your future scientist! Participants will learn about chemical reactions, create bubbling potions and explosions, and will explore the world of science in a fun
JANUARY SKATE ON OVER
Join us as we step back in time for our 80’s themed Skating Party hosted at - Sportsmans Hall in Upperco, Maryland. Coppermine families can couples, backwards, and dance skate to the best of the 80’s. Be sure to keep an eye out for your special invitation to show off your best moves!
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BASKETBALL MARCH MADNESS March is for basketball madness! Coppermine kids and adults will engaged in a full-court press of fun. With plenty of shooting, dribbling and passing an overall great time with our super talented coaches and staff! ADDITIONAL EVENTS COMING IN OUR 2022 ISSUE
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CANTON PREMIER CUP Mark your calendar for the return of indoor soccer to the Mecca of Baltimore Soccer during 90’s and 00’s, Du Burns Arena! The Canton Premier Cup is a Holiday indoor soccer tournament at the best Indoor Facility on the East Coast, and you don’t want to miss out! Visit our website to register. Medals for finalist and champions T-shirts for Champions Cash prize for Men’s Open & Co Ed Divisions 12/27 Boys U8 to U19 – All Day 12/28 Girls U8 to U19 – All Day 12/29 Men’s Open & Co Ed Divisions – Afternoon /Evening Dates of Play 12/27 Boys U8 to U19 – All Day 12/28 Girls U8 to U19 – All Day 12/29 Men’s Open & Co Ed Divisions – Afternoon / Evening
FIELD OF DREAMS
This June we were thrilled to open our brand new, lighted outdoor turf field Coppermine 4 Seasons with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
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(cont.) It is the first rentable outdoor turf field in Carroll County and we were honored to have the Bakhsh Family join us and share their story. They lost their son, Garrett, a Coppermine 4 Seasons member, Hereford native, and student-athlete at Coker University, on January 28, 2020. They lovingly created Garrett’s Games to celebrate his life while paying homage to the sport he loved so dearly, lacrosse. Learn more about the Games and their mission to build a Fieldhouse in his memory www. coppermine4seasons.com/garrett.
THE SECRET’S OUT!
The Mine will join The Shops at Kenilworth this Winter. An elevated wellness club by Coppermine and Greenberg Gibbons, The Mine is guided by a core set of principles to provide a holistic approach to health and wellness. From a welcoming staff and inspirational trainers to a relaxing co-working space and luxury locker rooms, members will experience The Mine difference. In addition to a collection of innovative fitness studios (Ride+, Yoga, Barre, The Yard, Form) and an innovative open gym concept, The Mine will offer a wide array of amenities including personal training, physical therapy, infrared saunas, a juice and healthy snack bar, and kids club. For more information or to become a Founding Member, visit www.themine.fit.
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CASCADE LIGHTS IS MAGICAL!
UWS CHAMPS!
Coppermine United, Coppermine’s Semi-Pro Women’s Soccer Team, was crowned United Women’s Soccer’s (UWS) Mid-Atlantic South Conference Champions in their inaugural season this summer. Congratulations to Head Coach Val Teixeira and his team for an incredible and award winning first season. 2022 UWS D1 - here we come! copperminesoccer.com/ womens-semi-pro
NEW SPORT Majestx Field Hockey Club is now powered by Coppermine! We are excited to support a dedicated group of Majestx coaches and believe that our combined efforts and resources will fuel a new and exciting chapter for Majestx as well as field hockey in the state of Maryland. Coppermine will provide our expertise in operations, programming, communications, marketing and will provide indoor and outdoor facilities for practices, games, and sports performance training throughout the year. Athletes will benefit from yearround indoor play in Coppermine 4 Season’s newly renovated, state-ofthe-art facility! We welcome new and returning families to join the fun this winter! Learn more at www. majestxfieldhockey.com.
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Experience the magic of the holiday season. Festive holiday activities will include a visit from Santa and the Manchester Valley Fire Department, a Sip & Stroll with Pipe the Side Brewing, general food drive to benefit Carroll County’s own Little Free Pantry, and a Pup Strut benefiting Adopt a Homeless Animal Rescue (AAHA).
EVOLUTIONS TURNS 20!
We are thrilled to celebrate 20 years and congratulate the Evolutions Annapolis team on being named Best of Annapolis in not 1, not 2, but 3 categories: Annapolis’ Best Gym Amenities, Best Bootcamp, and Pilates. For more information, www.evolutionsannapolis.com
CLUB LAX IS GROWING
Our Coppermine Lacrosse Club grew by leaps and bounds this summer and is now home to three distinct locations for the 2021-2022 year. With continued growth in Carroll County at Coppermine 4 Seasons, their West “hub” was established shortly followed by the merger between Elite Club Lacrosse and Coppermine to also create a North Hub. Coppermine’s “original” Baltimore location will now be considered its Central hub. For more information, visit www.copperminelacrosse.com.
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Coppermine KICKS OFF CommUNITY We had fun earlier this year welcoming our new partner, Baltimore In A Box, and introducing Coppermine CommUNITY in early April. We hope you got a kick out of this as much as we did. While you can’t order Mint Chocolate Kick today, don’t count it out in the future. We are working with Baltimore In A Box to concept our very own pint and we want YOU to help. What started as an April Fools campaign, has turned into an incredible partnership to kickstart the launch of a future flavor and our Coppermine Community social handles. We are thrilled to officially launch the Coppermine
Community which aims to bring unity to (you guessed it!) the Coppermine Community. Our goal is to create a collective voice for Coppermine across all of our locations and programs. FOLLOW us and be the first to learn about Coppermine’s breaking news, community outreach events, feature stories on our families and partners, and more! Be sure to continue to FOLLOW our location and/or program specific accounts for the most up-to-date information regarding your location/ program of interest.
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We are thrilled to serve as an ongoing donation center for Leveling the Playing Field, Inc. at our Coppermine 4 Seasons location. Leveling the Playing Field gives underprivileged children the opportunity to enjoy the mental and physical benefits of youth sports participation. They do this through the donation of used and excess sporting equipment to programs and schools serving low-income communities. Learn more about their mission, the community they serve, and your nearest donation center www.levelingtheplayingfield.org.
PINK OUT A huge thank you to our incredible
ibly thankful for our Coppermine Community coming together to support our Shoes for Smiles campaign on behalf of The Barnett-Searing National Cancer Foundation this spring. We collected over 15 bags of shoes in just over a week! The funds raised from recycling the shoes will help to support the organization’s mission of supporting female cancer patients and their families throughout the United States.
MILE FOR SMILES Coppermine Lacrosse Club joined forces with our incredible community this spring in support of Theresa’s Battleship Foundation. In addition to walking a mile down the Canton Promenade, they raised over $2,115 for the Foundation, which benefits the research laboratory at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.
team and members at Coppermine Racquet & Fitness Bare Hills for making our Pink Out event so special this October. And a special thanks to our friends at Boston Beer Company for their generous donation. In less than 24️ hours we raised over $1,500 for The Hoffberger Breast Center at Mercy Medical Center.
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uper mom of three, Jennifer Nolley, started and now solely runs her business, Tiny Easel, which makes simple and fun art supplies for young kids. Nolley always knew she wanted to start her own business, but not until she had children did she know exactly what it should be. One day, when she was stuck at home with her three young children and was trying to wrangle them all and help them with a craft, an idea hit her. Her kids needed help opening the caps of paints and using other materials, all while making a huge mess. It dawned on her that she should make an art kit suitable for children that doesn’t require constant supervision and assistance. Nolley, an artist herself, loves being creative and loves making art with her kids even more. She realized, however, that “just putting art in front of my kids was not enough,” she needed to keep them engaged for longer. In order to hold their attention, she knew that the art kit must contain different materials
SHE REALIZED THAT PUTTING ART IN FRONT OF MY KIDS WAS NOT ENOUGH. SHE NEEDED TO KEEP THEM ENGAGED FOR LONGER. to safely and creatively have fun, while avoiding the parental stress that almost certainly follows. She especially enjoys working with watercolor, as “there is so much more control and less stress.” Bringing together her love for art and her knowledge of what works and what does not regarding how kids interact with different materials, Nolley designed a kit of watercolor paints, pencils and crayons as well as other fun tools for little ones. Since watercolor is washable, storable and with just water can turn each medium into a paint, it made the perfect choice. Nolley not only initially designed the product
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to benefit her kids, but doing so has also helped her tap into her artistic side. She draws all the illustrations herself by making line drawings, painting them and eventually using photoshop to design the watercolor books and other materials. She says the job is “the best of both worlds,” as it makes both her and her kids happy. In a Tiny Easel box, you will find an affordable, carefully and thoughtfully curated package of art supplies that have passed all safety regulations. Not only will you be able to encourage creativity that is easily managed and fun, but you will also be supporting a local business founded by a woman who just wants to make kids happier and have the opportunity to be more artistic.
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HONESTLY HEALTHY & PURELY RAW Pure Raw is a proud supporter of Coppermine It's hard to find truly healthy foods. So many brands misleadingly market their products as such, hiding the fact they use preservatives and chemicals in tiny print somewhere on the packaging. This walks the line of truthfulness with consumers. Pure Raw Juice, however, is not one of those companies. They make cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and acai bowls from fresh ingredients, using no artificial sweeteners or added preservatives. By removing processed sugars, it's hard to comprehend how fabulous their products taste, so it made me question what their secret is. Unlike other smoothie makers that also boast natural products and no artificial sweeteners, Pure Raw Juice uses no ice in their production process. Using ice waters down the product and takes away from natural flavor. To avoid this, Pure Raw Juice uses frozen fruit instead of ice to ensure the texture is creamy and the flavor is more prominent. They also use juices or coconut water as an alternative to plain water to create a more flavorful
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CARING FOR COPPERMINE Coppermine is proud to provide our families exclusive access to Mercy’s top primary care and specialty physicians in the Baltimore area. Mercy’s extensive network combines renowned medical and surgical expertise with the personalized care that has become synonymous with the Mercy name.
COPPERMINE PRIORITY SCHEDULING AT 8 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS!
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IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD Mercy Personal Physicians offer primary care in locations throughout the Baltimore area!
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MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
Coppermine is proud to provide Mercy’s expert care so your family can spend more time on the field, the trail, the court, or wherever you prefer to create those lasting memories and can't-miss moments. There is nothing Mercy can’t handle for you!
SPORTS MEDICINE Mercy’s esteemed sports medicine team includes experienced doctors with focused areas of expertise. No matter your level of athletic ability or preferred sport, you have an expert on your side.
Sports Medicine at Mercy includes physicians who have served as consultants to numerous high school, collegiate and professional sports teams including the Washington Nationals, Capitals, Wizards and Mystics, Baltimore Ravens and Blast, DC United and the U.S. Figure Skating Team.
PRIMARY CARE Mercy’s community locations continue to be known for “one-stop” health care, with primary care providers supported by on-site specialty care as well as diagnostic testing. Mercy Personal Physicians includes:
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Athletes Serving Athletes, longtime partner of Coppermine Lacrosse Club, teaches selflessness to overcome disabilities Photos by Athletes Serving Athletes
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David Slomkowski has always believed that “athletics bring people together” and have the ability to “knock down walls and barriers.” Through his company, Athletes Serving Athletes, he has given those with limited mobility the chance to do both. Growing up an avid athlete himself and becoming a three-time collegiate All-American lacrosse player, Slomkowski is very familiar with the feeling of being part of a team and the motivation and strength that it builds. When his athletic career came to a close and he entered the business world, he realized how much he had taken that feeling for granted--and he desperately missed it. What finally got Slomkowski moving again was a story on the news about Dick Hoyt, father of Rick Hoyt, a quadriplegic with cerebral palsy. Dick Hoyt had pushed his son in a wheelchair in the Boston Marathon, and his strength and story were so inspiring that Slomkowski made it his goal to run the Boston marathon. After launching himself back into the athletic world and being truly moved by Hoyt’s story, he realized that so few others were doing what Dick did. After seeking out ways to get involved and help within the Baltimore Community, Slomkowski was unable to find any organization that helped those with limited mobility be actively involved
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in any type of running. “I just wanted to race with an athlete,” Slomkowski said, and not until being connected with the Baer School, which supports children ages 3-21 with disabilities, was he able to find his first partner athlete, James Banks. What started out as a 5K run by Slomkowski accompanying Banks was then followed by the duo participating in the Baltimore Marathon. Soon others followed, creating a union between disabled athletes throughout Maryland and whom Slomkowski refers to as “wingmen” who help train the athletes and allow them to reach their goals. Banks was the first among the Athletes Serving Athletes community,
and he still is a competitor of the now exponentially-growing organization that surrounds him. Athletes Serving Athletes now works with roughly 75 athletes competing in a total of 70 races a year with a team of 400 “wingmen” helping them engage in training sessions, races, and special events. The company is run by a small staff of four and relies heavily on volunteers as well as places like Coppermine to help run and support its activities. Athletes Serving Athletes is all about affecting positive change in other people, and allowing these aspiring racers, who face serious adversity and challenges, to have access to great opportunities. When everyone is together and preparing for a race, it looks like a “sea of humanity, all different types of people,” and looking out and seeing the unity and partnership is what makes it all worth doing, said Slomkowski. Each team moves at the speed of the slowest member, which is in line with Athletes Serving Athletes’ motto, TOGETHER WE FINISH!
CELEBRATE & SUPPORT ASA’S WINGMAN PROGRAM An ASA WingMan may be new to running, an experienced athlete, young, old, fast or slow. A WingMan does not need to have experience with individuals living with disabilities, nor do they need to have experience racing, just the desire to train and run with our Athletes. However, we do ask that you be able to run (not walk) the distance of your desired race. ISSUE 1
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THE MT. WASHINGTON TAVERN Where everyone knows your name In the fall of 2011, things were sailing along for Dave Lichty and Rob Frisch, owners of the Mt. Washington Tavern in Baltimore Maryland. Just a few years earlier, the two former employees bought the Tavern from its original owner. Business was good. Life was good. Then disaster struck. On Halloween morning, a two-alarm fire engulfed the two-story structure. The fire gutted the Tavern. Damages were estimated to be $2.5 million. Lichty and Frisch immediately vowed to rebuild and have the Mount Washington Tavern back up and running by the next fall. The history of the Mt. Washington Tavern dates back to 1979 when two young men took over the building once occupied by Sparwasser’s, a neighborhood watering hole styled after German taverns. Change came rapidly and dramatically. The Tavern soon became a haven for area lacrosse players and achieved quick fame when in 1980 “The Official Preppy Handbook” recognized it as Located minutes a destination for preppies.
Both Lichty and Frisch became part of the Tavern staff in 1986, Frisch as a bartender and Lichty as his bar back. Over the years, their friendship grew. In 2007, when Frisch was offered the opportunity to take over the Tavern, he knew exactly whom he wanted as his partner. The two have proven it’s an exceptional alliance. Together, they have weathered the tough challenge of rebuilding their business quite admirably. In the first week of November of 2012, the Mt. Washington Tavern reopened. Response was overwhelmingly positive to the rebuild. While many features of the old Tavern remain, the new, nearly 10,000 square foot space is more spacious and features an incredible SkyBar for open air dining plus three other dining rooms. Often the go to spot for milestone celebrations as well as a weekly staple for neighboring customers. It’s got that ‘Cheers’ mentality – where everyone knows your name.
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“After a successful first season in UWS-2, Coppermine United is elated to move to UWS-1 Top Tier. Our entire Club, from the players and staff to coaches and fans, are exuberant for this move to bring the best level of Women’s PRO-AM to Baltimore, MD. The opportunity to play in the top tier of UWS gives our players the dream to compete for a National Championship; we look forward to playing teams from all over the country. We want to continue to grow the professional soccer environment in Baltimore, and with the support from our community, our great fans, and amazing sponsors, we can certainly make it happen. We look forward to starting the recruiting process and adding quality players to our existing team, and that process starts now.”
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Coppermine United was established in 2020 as a top tier amateur women’s soccer team playing in the United Women’s Soccer (UWS). Several alumnae from the Coppermine girl’s program as well as current members of Coppermine United’s roster, are active and former professional players in Europe, the USA, and on their respective national team (Puerto Rico, Peru, Philippines, and Bermuda). Others are head coaches at local private high schools, youth club teams, and universities in the region. All are great ambassadors and role models for Coppermine and the community at large. After a successful inaugural season in UWS League Two (UWS2), Coppermine United is moving to the first division of the national pro-am league. Coppermine finished their 2021 debut as champions of the Mid-Atlantic South Conference in UWS League Two. Next season, they will field a First Team to compete in UWS and a Reserve Team to compete in UWS2 as an extension of their elite girls youth program.
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Angelo’s Soccer Corner, now the go-to spot for members of the soccer community, once started in a small building no more than 800 square feet at the corner of Harrisburg Pike and College Ave next to Franklin & Marshall College. The store has now expanded to multiple locations as well as an online soccer specialty website. After 35 years of operating his stores, Angelo Zalalas still has his passion for the sport. Zalalas, originally from Greece, was first a tailor at a time when soccer specialty stores did not exist. Out of his tailor shop, he began selling shoes, got an account with Adidas and unknowingly tapped into a new and growing market. Soccer was his passion, and after entering the shoe scene, he quit being a tailor and opened his first store, calling it Angelo’s Soccer Corner. The local soccer community embraced him, and word spread fast. Not only was his store a place to purchase soccer footwear, apparel and equipment, but a spot where people who shared a love for the sport could go and talk about the game for hours on end. Within the first 18 months of the shop’s opening, Zalalas moved to a bigger location, a space just a few blocks away. Two short years later, Angelo’s Soccer Corner expanded again, adding a store in Camp Hill, a town west of Harrisburg, PA and with another shop on the east side of the city soon after. The fourth store opened in the Philadelphia area, with a shop in King of Prussia in the early 2000’s and another soon after in Huntingdon Valley, north of Philadelphia. In 2017, Angelo’s Soccer Corner teamed up with
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Bill Harte--a long time Adidas sales rep, Loyola College graduate and former MLS player--to bring soccer specialty shopping into the state of Maryland with shops in Towson and Columbia. Strong support for the stores has always been apparent at both a retail and team level, helping to build an extensive community. While Angelo’s Soccer Corner has grown tremendously and expanded throughout Pennsylvania and Maryland, its community has stayed close, and Zalalas has had the opportunity to watch his young customers go on to achieve great success at the collegiate and professional levels. Ben Olsen, a D.C. United icon as a player and coach, was one of the first young players to be part of the Angelo’s Soccer Corner community as well as Christian Pulisic, who has taken the Premier league
by storm, being the first American to have won a Champions League medal with Chelsea Football Club this year. With soccer being a sport based on speed, quickness, touch, accuracy and technical ability, having shoes that fit right is crucial for all players. “The wrong fit will slow you down, affect your touch and accuracy and even make you more prone to injury,” says Zalalas. Maybe it’s the high-quality shoes, or the strong sense of community woven within each store. Either way, selling great products and having lots of choices along with great advice and service will always be priorities at Angelo’s Soccer Corner.
Angelo’s Soccer Corner www.soccercorner.com 1113 Cromwell Bridge Rd Towson, MD 21286 (410)830-2734
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Ned Sparrow, Coppermine squash coach gives us a tour of his book shop Station North Books, nestled between the Charles Street theaters and restaurants and Baltimore’s Penn Station, boasts antiquarian and important books. Its owner, Ned Sparrow, is a book connoisseur, literature professor, and Coppermine squash coach. With his years teaching and learning at MICA and in the stacks, Ned has a profound interest in art, culture, and story. He specializes in signed and well-bound books in a wide array of topics, including: • ABC/primers • African-American • Art / catalogues raisonné
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His love for reading, as with his teaching, explores “the various and nuanced meaning of words.” Many of his former students have gone on to become teachers, poets, and librarians. Many have gone on to exactly where they would’ve gone, but with a sense of story and a delight in words they share. Some even credit him with introducing them “to the joy of writing and words. Drop by Station North Books for your next read or even a book tour!
He has literary works ranging from paperback copies costing $5 to obscure leather and gilt editions, costing as much as $15,000. Sparrow personally inspects all the books that come through his doors, and he makes a conscientious effort to note the condition of each book for his customers. “I aim to underpromise and overdeliver,” says Sparrow.
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Trish uses Martial Arts as the core basis in her teaching young children fundamental life skills such as DISCIPLINE, RESPECT, and COURAGE. Every class starts with COMMITMENT & DEDICATION and ends with FUN!
Coppermine’s newest program, Coppermine Dragons Martial Arts, specializes in teaching children as young as 3 year olds in teaching children a fun, NEW innovative way of learning Martial Arts. “One thing I love about what I do is my opportunity to make a difference in hundreds of children’s lives. I strive to teach children the importance of fundamental life skills in which they can use beyond karate. My goal is to support children for their own positive, successful future…because they ARE our future.” Instructor, Trish Chauhan is a 2nd Degree Junior Black Belt who is continuing her success in martial arts by training for her 1st Degree Senior Black Belt in Kenpo. This program will specialize in teaching children of all ages and those eager to learn self-defense all while having FUN.
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DAVID ROSS ORTHODONTICS
COME MEET THE NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK! “Aligning Happiness.” It’s a phrase that’s more than a tagline for the orthodontic specialists at David Ross Orthodontics. It’s about bringing people together to put smiles on their faces. This Fall, David Ross Orthodontics opened their new 2nd location at Green Spring Station in Lutherville-Timonium to serve families in the Baltimore area. The practice, which has called home to Hanover, Pennsylvania, for the past nine years, offers the highest quality orthodontic experience that’s personal for every person’s smile. “We’ve created such a great patient experience for orthodontic treatment for children and teens through adults, and we’ve enjoyed bringing that experience to the Hanover community,” says Dr. David Ross, board-certified orthodontist and owner of David Ross Orthodontics. “We’re excited to bring our vision for how we do orthodontic work, our experience for patients, our ability to have great customer
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service and desire to give back to the community to the Maryland area. We wanted to be able to bring that experience to (patients) who were unable to travel to us (in Hanover).” When it comes to the patient experience, Dr. Ross explains that he and his team focus on not only making connections with people but also making people feel like they’re part of the family. “I think my entire team and I go the extra mile to make sure someone’s happy,” he says. Ross’s concept of family-friendly orthodontic service began with a single question: “How do you want to feel?” Treating people with respect, Ross says, is fundamental to the core mission of his orthodontic practice. “We didn’t want our business to be an orthodontic office. We wanted it to be an experience that we want people to recognize,” he says. “Our tagline ‘Aligning Happiness’ represents bringing people together to make them happy. That’s not
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just for the patients and their families. It’s also about the community, involving them in the process, and our team.” Parents may wonder when is the best time to bring children to see an orthodontist. Ross says that the American Association of Orthodontists recommends scheduling a consultation as early as age 7. At this age, an orthodontic specialist can make sure that everything related to tooth development is coming along in the right way and on time. Advancements in orthodontic treatments mean that David Ross Orthodontics can provide orthodontic treatments ranging from clear aligners (Invisalign) and clear braces to treatments for TMJ-related issues. “No matter what, we’re going to work hard to give you the best smile possible,” he says. Beyond the office façade, David Ross Orthodontics values the importance of lifting up community. Over the last several years, Ross and his team have supported organizations such as Toys for Tots, Operation Gratitude, STOMP Out Bullying and the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of America. Ross says that his team’s vision for community support for the Baltimore community will be taking shape over the next few months. “One of the biggest things that I think we do the most is giving back and supporting schools,” he says. “Education is super important to me. I talk about that a lot in our office with kids, telling them about the importance of education and going to school.” Through donations of hand sanitizer to schools and presentations on oral health to school students, Ross believes that his practice fosters support for education and schools in the community.
COPPERMINE FAMILIES CALL US FOR EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS! At David Ross Orthodontics, we believe everyone deserves a great smile. We make people all over our community love their smiles by providing exceptional and affordable orthodontic care. It’s a mission we take pride in because when we can help someone fall in love with their smile, they’re more likely to follow their dreams, make someone’s day, and help others in need. After all, the greatest smiles always come from the heart. And at David Ross Orthodontics, we put a lot of heart into every smile we create.
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THE SMELL OF FOOD, COCKTAILS, AND LOVE IN THE AIR Fall in love at Red Star in Fells Point 32
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here's definitely not a shortage of bars and restaurants in Baltimore City, when you find one with a warm environment, great food and drinks, as well as with a bit of buzz from the city that surrounds it, you know you’ve found Baltimre. Red Star checks all of those boxes, and more, while still being a family friendly place. Located at 906 S Wolfe St, the restaurant is not nestled into the main strip of Fells Point, but instead slightly askew to entice a less rowdy crowd. They are even known to be a top pick for first dates due to the cozy atmosphere. In fact, the owner even met his wife there.
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As for the food, everything is made by hand from scratch. The food is prepared all day, as the restaurant only serves dinner and Sunday brunch. The menus are kept tight to ensure that they are executed carefully, and that when customers taste the food they know that “it's being cooked by people that care,” according to the owner.. The cocktails are standard, and there is a variety of high-end liquor to go with your fresh pasta, pizza or tasty selection of small plates. While mostly rebuilt, the building is made out of reclaimed materials, and lined with 200-yearold brick, which acts as a reminder of the area's
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unique history. It is believed that the restaurant used to be a brothel, and sailors would paint a red star on the front of the building to let other sailors know about it. There is still a high water marker inside, and the name Red Star to keep the tale alive. Maybe you will get some great fresh food, meet your soulmate, or be indulged in some alleged stories of Fells Point, but whatever brings you to the door, Red Star will most definitely provide you with a great experience.
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NEXT STOP: SWEETNESS How The Bus Stop, a Coppermine 4 Seasons partner, is making life a little sweeter! 36
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Situated on the grounds of Spring Meadow Farms in Upperco, Maryland, lies the Bus Stop, your new favorite spot for over-the-top milkshakes, soft serve, snow cones and everything in between. Jeff and Brooke Schnorr opened up this sweet place-pun intended--last year, even with the pandemic in full swing. They decided to make their treats available exclusively for carry out at the time and therefore weren't slowed down for a moment. They now have both dine-in and curbside pickup. Jeff and Brooke Schnorr have owned businesses before, and they were looking for their next adventure. It took some time to find the right niche, but after lots of tasty experimentation it all fell into place, explained Brooke Schnorr. She described how much she enjoys all of the creativity that her job brings and getting to constantly come up with new combinations. Each dessert is nothing short of a masterpiece.
EACH DESSERT IS NOTHING SHORT OF A MASTERPIECE. As delicious as the ice cream and other creations are, it's also about the community. Schnorr loves her close-knit staff and having the opportunity to build a relationship with her customers. Whether her customers are stopping by for celebratory desserts or just because, the environment is simply a great place to be immersed in, she explained. Spring Meadow Farms is also home to a Garden Center, Produce Market, A BBQ stand, farm zoo, play yard and nature walk. There are special events throughout the year, so it's never a bad time to go grab a sweet treat and make a day out of it.
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NOVEMBER 26-DECEMBER 23, 2021 Holiday Lights Walk Through • Camp Fires • Choreographed Light Show Food Trucks • Hot Chocolate & Smores • Santa’s Shed A half-mile of dazzling trees and trails featuring a choreographed light show. Experience the magic at Cascade Lights, Coppermine’s outdoor seasonal holiday celebration at Coppermine Cascade Park in Hampstead, MD. Join us for our inaugural season
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November 26 -December 23, 2021, as Cascade Park becomes a Holiday Wonderland. Featuring festive activities like visits from Santa and the local fire department, hot chocolate, a sip & stroll, and more!
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