PRESS RELEASE
*****For Immediate Release 7/28/25****
10th Annual South End Community Block Party
Bester Community of Hope is thrilled to announce the 10th Annual South End Community Block Party, set for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at historic Hagerstown City Park. Running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the free, family-friendly event invites residents of all ages to celebrate community spirit with a day full of entertainment, activities, and essential local resources. Block Party has grown into one of the South End’s most anticipated annual traditions, attracting hundreds of community residents who come together to connect, celebrate, and support one another.
This year’s event will once again include a designated area for children with inflatable games spread throughout the park to keep young attendees engaged and entertained for hours. Also returning this year will be a special costumed character available for complimentary meet-and-greets and photo ops.
Beyond the fun and games, Block Party serves as an important way to connect to vital community resources. Local nonprofits, health providers, and service organizations will be on hand with information tables providing a means for attendees to learn about and connect with programs related to health care, housing support, employment training, education, mental health resources, and more, all in one place.
The highlight of the afternoon will be a live performance by the legendary Chuck Brown Band, known for carrying on the musical legacy of the “Godfather of Go-Go,” Chuck Brown. The band’s high-energy blend of funk, jazz, and Latin beats has earned them acclaim nationwide, and their show promises to get the crowd dancing and singing along.
Families attending should plan to spend the afternoon visiting sponsor booths, enjoying the kids’ activities, and capping the day with spirited music from the Chuck Brown Band. Food trucks and the concession stand will also be on-site for those seeking snacks and meals.
This event is completely free and open to people of all ages. For more information, please follow our Facebook page at: https://facebook.com/besterhope or contact Alicia Taluskie at 240-513-6370.
Funding and support for the annual community training is made possible by an ongoing partnership with multiple community stakeholders, and lead support from the Washington County Department of Human Services, Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Foundation and the Governor’s Office for Children under award number ENGH-2025-0020.
***All points of view in this document are those of Bester Community of Hope and do not necessarily represent the official position of any State or Federal agency.***
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