Avoid the crowds on Election Day and vote early! The City of Bowie Gym is one of 11 early voting sites in Prince George's County. Cast your vote for State offices, Congressional representatives, and County offices. For information or to: - Register to Vote (Deadline is October 16) - Obtain an Absentee Ballot - Find your Polling Place - Obtain Sample Ballots Visit elections.maryland.gov or contact : Prince George's County Board of Elections 301-341-7300

Remembering John McNamara Bowie Blade-News reporter John McNamara lost his life in July when a single disgruntled person opened fire on the Capital Gazette-News offices in Annapolis. The City Council will honor the memory of this fine individual at a public ceremony at City Hall on October 27. During the ceremony, Council will unveil a plaque dedicating the press area in the Council Chambers in memory of Mr. McNamara. All are welcome to attend this event, which will begin in the lobby of City Hall at 10 a.m.

DEA's Drug Take Back Day is back! Safely and responsibly dispose of unused or expired medication. Pet meds also accepted! No needles/sharps please.

Wear a costume or bring a canned good for FREE admission. Wear a costume AND bring a canned good for FREE skate rental too. Costume contest, door prizes, music, games and treat bags for all children in costume.

Bring your family and/or friends and join us for an R&B performance by Alan King at Town Green Park. *Concerts are canceled in the case of inclement weather. Because storms often pass through quickly, decisions about concert cancellations will not be made until right before the concert is scheduled to take place. Notices about cancellations will be posted on the home page of this website and on the City's Facebook page and Twitter feed.