Hello Towson!

"I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future"

- Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol

Presenting The Towson Growth Summit

In this week’s Towson Torch:

Despite its address at 502 Washington Avenue, Suite 105, you’d never stumble upon it unless you were in the know. Ironically this cozy breakfast haven is just down the street and around the corner from the breakfast location everyone knows, THB Bagelry & Deli. But once you do find it, you’ll understand why its growing fan base swears it’s worth every step off the beaten path.

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FRIDAY

Join us for a magical evening in downtown Towson filled with festive lights, sweet treats, and holiday fun!

🍪 Cookie Crawl: Stroll through Towson and collect delicious cookies from participating shops — each offering their own unique holiday treat. Along the way, enjoy special offers, cheerful decorations, and the warm spirit of our local businesses.

🧊🔥Fire & Ice Night: Experience Towson transformed with dazzling ice sculptures, s'mores, and sparkling displays that light up the night! It’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with family and friends.Bring your loved ones, shop local, and celebrate the magic of Towson this holiday season!

📅 Dec 12
⏰ 6 PM to 9 PM EST
Host: Towson Chamber of Commerce
🎟️ Reservations

Get ready to rock your ugliest sweater at the Ugly Sweater Christmas Party by A New Thing Co. - it's going to be a blast! We curate social events for Christians!

Ages: 25+
📅 December 12, 2025
⏰ 7:30 PM - Please arrive on time — everything starts promptly
📍 Location: (Haven Coworking, 4th Floor)200 Washington Ave, Towson, MD
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SATURDAY

📅 DEC 12 2025
⏰ 11am–2pm
📍Mucho Gusto, 842 Kenilworth Drive
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📅 DEC 12 2025
⏰ 9am
📍 Barleys Backyard, 408 York Road, Towson
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📅 Monday through Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
⏰ Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
📍 The Shops at Kenilworth, 800 Kenilworth Drive, Towson MD 21204

NOTE: The Shops at Kenilworth is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day & New Years Day, with limited hours on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
Details: Train Garden

Down a narrow, dark staircase sits a dimly lit hostess stand that gives way to a sprawling, drop-ceiling basement. The room is flanked by a bar that runs the length of the back wall, neon light giving life to the perfectly aligned liquor bottles. Dark curtains run the length of the far wall as the staff ducks in and out, preparing for this evening's comedy crowd. 🔥 Read Article

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The Towson Growth Summit: Workforce Development 2026
📅 January 22, 2025 4 PM - 7PM
📍Towson University: StarTUp at the Armory
👷🏼‍♂️Topic: Workforce Development
🎙️Networking and Cocktails followed by Speaker Panel
✅ Sponsored by STANLEY BLACK & DECKER

Workforce development is emerging as one of the most critical priorities for Towson’s future, shaping how our community grows, competes, and thrives in 2026 and beyond. As technology evolves and talent needs shift, businesses must rethink how they recruit, train, and support the people who power their success. The Towson Growth Summit brings together leaders of some of Towson’s largest employers to share their vision for building a resilient, skilled, and opportunity rich workforce.

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With Gratitude,

Chris