50th Anniversary Gala a Success, Essex-Middle River Flag Unveiled

The Essex-Middle River flag was officially unveiled during a gala celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Heritage Society Museum. Designed by a local student, the flag symbolizes the community’s rich aviation and waterfront traditions through its colors and a white compass of unity. Local officials and Heritage Society of Essex and Middle River members gather … Read more

Pospisil Family History and Photos

Picnic beach. The Pospisils purchased four waterfront lots on Bay Drive in Bowleys Quarters in 1923, clearing trees and opening 200 feet of shoreline to the public as a swimming beach and picnic grounds. Mary Pospisil recalls the family closing up the nightclub late Saturday night, attending 2:30 a.m. Mass at St. Vincent’s church downtown … Read more

Essex TV Commercials, Bikini and Karate Contests, 1987

Three Essex-related commercials taped on VHS in 1987: 1. John Burdyck’s Full-Contact Karate “Battle of Baltimore” at Essex Community College 2. “Battle of Baltimore Bikini Contest” at Slammers Nite Club in White Marsh, MD 3. JB’s Oasis Bar on Earls Road in Essex / Bowley’s Quarters, MD Contributor – Scott Huffines