Calendar of Events
So much to do, so much to see!

NOTICE: WITH THE EVER CHANGING GOVERNMENT RECOMMENDATIONS IN KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE WHILE MANAGING COVID-19, MANY EVENTS HAVE BEEN POSTPONED OR CANCELED. PLEASE CONTACT THE SPECIFIC EVENT MANAGER FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND DEVELOPMENTS.

Each season brings more opportunities to Keep it Local as community groups and businesses host events and activities that entertain and inspire. From arts performances and concerts, to community fund-raising, to charity runs and unique sales events, you’ll find it all in our Calendar of Events – Harford County’s most comprehensive calendar.

Our updated events calendar includes further details of events listed in the magazine as well as events submitted after the current issue went to press. We update daily, so come back often!

If your organization or business is planning an event that you’d like to have listed, please use our event submission form. Our website updates daily. Please feel free to submit as many events as you like – we encourage it! We choose 60-70 from our website to appear in each printed edition of the magazine.

DISCLAIMER: Events may be subject to change and/or cancellation. Please call supplied with each event to verify the date, time, and location when planning to attend. While reasonable efforts are made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained, Harford’s Heart Magazine does not assume responsibility for changes made.

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November, 2020

Nov 29 - Dec 15   Learn to Skate Group Lessons – Enrolling Now!

Ice World, 1300 Governors Court, Abingdon. Our next series of group lessons begins this month for skaters 7 years and older! Starting 10/31, 11/2 & 11/3. We offer groups for: Learn to Skate – Tuesday 11am – 12pm & Saturday 9:45 – 10:45am; Adults – Monday 7:30 – 8:30pm & Tuesday 11am – 12pm; Hockey Skating – Saturday 9:45 – 10:45am; Freestyle – Monday 7:30 – 8:30pm & 10:50 – 11:20am; Moves in the Field – Saturday 10:50 – 11:20am; Axels & Beyond – Monday 7:30 – 8:30pm; Hockey Initiation Program – Saturday 10:10 – 11:10 am Parent & Child – Tuesday 11am – 12pm & Saturday 10:50 – 11:20am. 6 week series – $116.00. Online pre-registration is required. Skate rental has a refundable deposit fee of $70. To schedule an appointment for skate rental, email April at gm@iceworld.com. 410.612.1000 • https://www.iceworld.com/group-lessons.

Nov 29   Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K (Virtual)

Do something positive and healthy this Thanksgiving! The Y in Central Maryland annual Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K is on — with a twist! Register to run or walk with family or friends at a time and place convenient to you the week of Thanksgiving (11/22-11/29). Proceeds help children and families in MD who are experiencing poverty participate in Y programs that keep them safe, positively engaged, healthy and connected to a caring community. Participants receive an official race t-shirt and can log in your time and win prizes. Prizes will also be awarded to top fundraisers. Non-perishable food items will be collected during t-shirt pickup and will be donated to local families in need. Register now at website. 443.322.9622 • http://ymdturkeytrot.org.

Nov 29 - Jan 04   Artwork Wanted for The Arc NCR's 2021 Sprout Film & Art Festival

Arc NCR, 4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen. 08:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Nov 29 - Dec 18   Purses for a Purpose Online Auction

09:00 AM Purses for A Purpose is an online holiday auction campaign that lets you bid on brand new designer handbags while supporting our mission all from the comfort of your couch. Proceeds will directly benefit our community programs with a different focus each week. Register as an auction participant here: https://www.32auctions.com/pursesforapurpose. Beginning November 17 and through December 18, once each weekday a new designer handbag will be posted on the auction website with a starting bid. Bidding opens at 8am and closes at 6pm each day. Sign up for VIP bidding for $28. Purchase your VIP bidding pass at https://pursesforapurposevip.eventbrite.com. Mystery gift raffle each week.    

Nov 29   Kennedy Krieger Institute’s 31st Annual Festival of Trees

10:00 AM Celebrate the Holidays from Home with Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Virtual Festival of Trees. The East Coast’s largest holiday extravaganza will blend past traditions with new experiences to offer families a safe and healthy holiday experience. All is sure to be merry and bright this holiday season as the 31st annual Festival of Trees returns from Friday, November 27 to Sunday, November 29, 2020. With the health and safety of festival-goers being of utmost concern, Kennedy Krieger Institute will transform the iconic holiday event from a three-day in-person gathering to a hybrid experience. Although modified from previous years, the event still benefits the over 25,000 children and families that Kennedy Krieger serves each year and will feature unique, custom-decorated artificial trees that will be available for purchase online, live virtual entertainment opportunities for the whole family, online shopping with hundreds of gift options from hand-selected vendors, and an online auction site with many one-of-a-kind items. Tree and wreath sales, the auction and a vendor gift marketplace will be available online, around-the-clock, throughout the weekend. Attendees can also participate in timed, fun, interactive activities and entertainment for all ages each day, and there will be special surprises for families to enjoy from the comfort of their own homes. And, this year, talented tree-designers will create their masterpieces at pre-registered times, with expanded, socially-distanced space to decorate trees at the Cow Palace within the Timonium Fairgrounds. Their final masterpieces will then be featured on the special event website for the public to view and purchase. All health and safety protocols will be followed to make this a safe and fun experience for all, whether decorating a tree or enjoying the online entertainment, auction or gift marketplace. General admission tickets for the event this year are FREE and the virtual format allows families from near and far to experience the magic of Festival of Trees. Tickets: Register online for FREE. Festival Line: 443.923.7330. About Kennedy Krieger Institute: Internationally recognized for improving the lives of children, adolescents, and adults with disorders and injuries of the brain, spinal cord and musculoskeletal system, Kennedy Krieger Institute in the greater Baltimore/Washington, D.C. region serves 25,000 individuals a year through inpatient and outpatient clinics, home and community services, and school-based programs. Kennedy Krieger provides a wide range of services for children with neurological issues, from mild to severe, and is home to a team of investigators who are contributing to the understanding of how disorders develop, while at the same time pioneering new interventions and methods of early diagnosis. Visit KennedyKrieger.org for more information about Kennedy Krieger. • 443.823.9811 • GreggJ@kennedykrieger.org • grace@profilespr.com • http://KennedyKrieger.org/FestivalofTrees.

Nov 29 - Nov 30   Pre-Thanksgiving Day Sale 40%-50% Off Entire Store

Olivia's Shop, 2721 Conowingo Road, Bel Air. 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM Store Wide Sale 40%-%50 entire store. 444.371.0056 • http://www.Oliviasshop.com.

Nov 29   Bend & Brew November

Independent Brewing Company, 418 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us at the brewery every Sunday for yoga and a beer. A one hour class led by a certified instructor, ticket includes a beverage of choice. Tickets are available through Eventbrite and are only $17. Fall and winter classes will be held indoors, if weather permits class will be held outside. Please bring a mat, towel, and water bottle. Class is limited so get your tickets early. Instructor: Samantha. • http://www.eventbrite.com/.

Nov 29 - Dec 27   Cherished Moments Art Show

Harford Artists Gallery at Armory Marketplace, 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM Harford Artists will be celebrating the holiday season through their work.  Show features small gift items for holiday shopping. Reception will be held November 14th from 1-4pm.  Gallery hours Wednesday – Sunday, 11am-6pm. Call 410.420.9499 or visit website. • http://www.artinharford.org.

Nov 29   OmBrew Yoga

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us every Sunday morning at 11am for a 45 minute yoga session with instructor Alexis! Tickets are $15 for the 45 minute class plus a 12 oz beer or kombucha of your choice (some limitations may apply).

Nov 29 - Dec 13   Harford Family House “Power of the Purse Virtual Purse Auction”

05:00 PM - 08:00 PM For 10 years, Harford Family House has been presenting a Purse Auction to raise funding to support Harford County’s most vulnerable citizens. After taking a brief hiatus, the event is returning this year, just in time for holiday shopping! Rather than being an in-person event, this year, the event will be completely online, allowing the community to shop and bid on auction items any time of day or night from the convenience of their own home. All proceeds from the event will help families and young adults in the community on their journey to independence. The community is invited to shop online for a cause at the annual Power of the Purse Virtual Purse Auction event. Bidding for all items will open at 5pm on November 19, 2020, and will close at 8pm on December 13. Interested shoppers can visit our auction website: bit.ly/hfhpurseauction2020. • http://bit.ly/hfhpurseauction2020.

Nov 29 - Dec 03   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Nov 30   Pints with Pups

Independent Brewing Company, 418 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM Join us Monday evenings with your 4 legged friends for an evening of everything doggie! K9 Dog Training LLC will be here with a Q&A to answer your dog training 101 questions at 6:30pm while you sip your favorite Independent brew. FREE session. Diamond in the Ruff Mobile Grooming Maryland will be on site first come first serve appointments, fees apply. @theherorescue will be here with cute pups needing a forever home. Dogs must be leashed unless with trainer supervision and friendly. Aggressive dogs will be asked to leave.

Nov 30   Prospective Families Open House

Perry Hall Christian School, 3919 Schroeder Avenue, Perry Hall. 06:30 PM Join us in-person for our Open House. Program begins promptly at 6:30pm. Enjoy a time of video student testimonials and a Q&A with our school administration. Please pre-screen according to CDC guidelines prior to attending. RSVP at website. • http://www.perryhallchristian.org/.

December, 2020

Dec 01   Senior Day at Fiore Winery

Fiore Winery & Distillery, 3026 Whiteford Road, Pylesville. 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM Come meet your friends and bring a picnic snack or just relax and gossip. You are welcome to bring table games. EVERY Tuesday is Senior Day at the Fiore Tasting Room. Guests 60 plus are welcome to a FREE tasting and 10% off all purchases. 410.879.4007 • http://www.fiorewinery.com.

Dec 01   Hymnal Angel Ornament Workshop

Arts by the Bay Gallery, 307 St. John Street, Havre de Grace. 06:30 PM Learn the basics of paper sculpting with artist Jodi Porter, and create your own unique glass ornament with a hymnal paper angel inside! *Please note, the same type of workshop is offered two separate days 12/1 and 12/8 at 6:30pm. This is not a two-part class. 443.502.2005 • https://www.artsbythebaygallery.com/workshops.

Dec 02   Rockfield Manor Annual Tree Lighting

Rockfield Manor, 501 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM Benefiting Toys for Tots Harford County. Admission – 1 unwrapped gift for toys for tots or donation. The event this year will primarily be outdoors.

Dec 02   Paint your Pet Portrait

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM Hosted by T.C. Studios Arts & Entertainment Group and AleCraft Brewery. Sip and eat while you paint your very own pet portrait painting. No artistic ability or experience required – anyone can do it. Each canvas/portrait will be pre-sketched for your convenience. All materials and step-by-step instruction are included. Food/drinks are not included in ticket price. Come thirsty and hungry. Beer and BBQ can be purchased from the venue. Registration will be open through Wednesday, 11/25/2020 while tickets are available. Photos must be submitted via email no later than 11/25 before midnight to tcstudios11@aol.com. Registration will close sooner if the event sells out before 11/25. Pre-registration is required. We cannot accept walk-ins. Tickets: www.tcstudios.org/events/paintpetalecraft122.

Dec 03   Grandparents Day at the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum

Havre de Grace Decoy Museum, 215 Giles Street, Havre de Grace. Grandparents, enjoy exploring the museum with your grandchild at 1/2 price. Take them to see the carvers in our Carvers gallery or see if they can find the objects in our scavenger hunt. 410.939.3739 • http://www.decoymuseum.com.

Dec 03   Weekly BANC Meeting at AleCraft Brewery

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 07:45 AM - 09:00 AM Looking to expand your business? Networking is the key, and Bel Air Networking Connections is a newly (re)formed group of local business professionals anxious to meet you and build mutually beneficial relationships, referrals, and events. Swing by every Thursday morning at 7:45am to find out more.

Dec 03   Line Dancing

Jarrettsville VFW Post 8672, 1714 Morse Road, Jarrettsville. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM Hosted by PartyTyme DJs and Jarrettsville VFW Post 8672. Line Dancing in the Outdoor Pavilion on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. $10 admission includes lessons and dancing. Food and drinks will be available for purchase in the lounge. Ages 12 and older are welcome with paid admission when accompanied by an adult. No outside alcohol.

Dec 04 - Dec 05   The Shabby Button Holiday Open House

The Shabby Button, 12101 Belair Road, Kingsville. 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM Join us for fun, door prizes, and holiday specials. 443.313.3470

Dec 04   Holiday Tree Jubilee

Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, Community Pavilion, Havre de Grace. 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM A collection of uniquely decorated holiday trees, donated by local businesses and organizations. Available for purchase by Silent Auction. Bidding closes on all trees at 3pm Saturday, December 5. General Admission. $1 donation to enter. All proceeds benefit the Celebrate the 4th Foundation, a committee of Community Projects of Havre de Grace, Inc. For information or to donate a tree, please contact Taryn Martin at tjmartin712@gmail.com or 443.243.3161.

Dec 04   "Light Up Night" Tree Lighting, Holiday Parade and Holly Jolly First Friday

Downtown Havre de Grace, Downtown Streets, Havre de Grace. 04:30 PM - 08:00 PM A festive First Friday celebration featuring vendors, food trucks, and holiday entertainment. The Holiday parade begins at 6pm on St. John Street proceeding to Washington Street ending at Congress Ave. Following the parade Santa, along with the Mayor, will light the Christmas Tree to welcome the holiday season! Santa will be available to hear all your Christmas wishes at Santa Land on Washington Street.

Dec 04 - Dec 05   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 05   Winter Wonderland at The Grove

The Grove, 3525 Conowingo Road, Street. Save the date! Harford County will be hosting three festive events at The Grove, the county’s new agri-business incubator, this coming holiday season. The Grove is an outlet for local area farmers, artists, and food processors to sell their products directly to consumers and to actively promote agriculture commerce and sustainability in Harford County. These events will give county residents a chance to learn more about The Grove and celebrate the local agricultural community in a fun, festive setting. More details to come. • https://www.harfordcountymd.gov/2799/The-Grove.

Dec 05   Christmas Greens Sale

Slate Ridge Presbyterian Church, 1630 Chestnut Street, Whiteford. 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM Holiday floral arrangements, swags, and wreaths for sale. Safe, outdoor shopping will be available. 410.452.5177

Dec 05   Bel Air Farmers' Market

Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas and Bond Streets, Bel Air. 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Open Saturdays 7am – 11am, mid-April through November and          9am–11 am in December. The market sells fresh, local produce and fruit in season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes organic and specialty vendors. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development. For current market information, visit website. • http://www.belairfarmersmarket.com.

Dec 05   Holiday Paint With Us!

10:00 AM This FREE online class is created for ALL AGES and levels! We will go step by step, and everyone is successful. 443.502.2005 • http://www.HdgArtsCollective.org/youth-art-projects/.

Dec 05 - Dec 06   B and B Antiques & Consignments Holiday Open House

B and B Antiques and Consignments, 3205 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM Join us for a wonderful holiday experience. Decorations, gifts, jewelry, purses, and so much more. 410.458.5582 • 410.692.0040 • Arllburke@comcast.net

Dec 05   1st Annual Christmas on the Farm

Daily Chaos Farm, 2410 Island Branch Road, White Hall. 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM Outdoor holiday shopping event, dress warm, shop local and avoid the lines at the mall. Variety of local crafters/artists who will be in attendance. Social distancing will be implemented. Masks at your discretion. All vendor spots are full. No dogs please unless they are service dogs.

Dec 05 - Dec 06   Holiday Open House and Sale

Harford Artists Gallery, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air. 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM Enjoy holiday shopping for unique gift items and original artwork created by local artists. Call 410.420.9499 or visit website. • http://www.artinharford.org.

Dec 05 - Dec 06   Holiday Open House

Hays House Museum, 324 Kenmore Avenue, Bel Air. 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM Tour the house decorated with fresh greens and holiday arrangements by the Country Garden Club of Harford County. Period music on Sunday by the Catherine Street Consort. FREE Admission. Call 410.838.7691 or visit website. • http://www.HarfordHistory.org.

Dec 05   Holiday Tree Jubilee

Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, Community Pavilion, Havre de Grace. 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM A collection of uniquely decorated holiday trees, donated by local businesses and organizations. Available for purchase by Silent Auction. Bidding closes on all trees at 3pm Saturday, December 5. General Admission. $1 donation to enter. All proceeds benefit the Celebrate the 4th Foundation, a committee of Community Projects of Havre de Grace, Inc. For information or to donate a tree, please contact Taryn Martin at tjmartin712@gmail.com or 443.243.3161.

Dec 05   Women's Self Defense Seminar

Chung's Martial Arts, 5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air. 01:20 PM - 02:20 PM What will this one hour seminar cover? Self-Defense. Self-defense is a set of verbal, psychological, and physical techniques you can use to defend yourself in situations ranging from unwanted or harassing comments to physical abuse and rape. Self-defense training helps with everyday assertiveness and boundary-setting as well as preparing you to fight back in physical attacks. Women’s self-defense training incorporates an understanding of the kinds of violence most often experienced by women and the common social and psychological barriers women face in learning to fight back. Women learning self-defense gain both physical and verbal defense skills and the will to use them against an attacker. Self-defense classes also give women a rare opportunity to explore the broad spectrum of emotions that often arise when we start to understand the level of violence in our society. It is an excellent vehicle for exploring anger, grief, and fear, and for tapping into the joy that comes from finding your voice and discovering your own internal power. You will have an opportunity to practice all of these avenues during the seminar. All women at least 13 years old and up may attend, however due to the mature nature of this seminar any woman between the ages of 13 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. $25 in advance. $35 at the door. Limited to 18 attendees. Purchase tickets at website. • http://www.mystudio.academy/e.

Dec 05   Highland Holiday Tractor Parade

Falling Branch Brewery, 825 Highland Road, Street. 04:30 PM - 07:00 PM Hosted by Mason-Dixon Country. Parade begins at 5pm, route to begin at 707 Old Pylesville Road, traveling to Street Road, to Highland Road, ending at Falling Branch Brewery. Tractors onsite at Falling Branch for you to view. Open air vendor tables socially distanced for holiday shopping. Food trucks at Falling Branch Brewery. Parade viewing areas, area in front of Goldenspring Court in Street, Highland activity center building parking lot, Highland Presbyterian parking lot. *Collection of gloves and hats for Mason-Dixon Community Services.

Dec 05   Complimentary Carriage Rides

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be two carriages – each carriage has two horses pulling it.  If a line begins, a list will be started assigning times for people to come back to avoid gatherings.

Dec 05   Santa Visits Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM Santa will arrive by carriage. Due to the coronavirus, Santa will be accepting letters.

Dec 05   Winter Wonderland in Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Join us Saturday evenings in Downtown Bel Air. Shop, eat, and enjoy the holiday spirit. Carriage rides, and maybe a socially distant visit from Santa. Oh…lots of beautiful warm holiday lights throughout.

Dec 05   Drive-In Movie Night – Elf

Black Eyed Suzie's Parking Lot, 119 South Main Street, Bel Air. 06:45 PM Bel Air Downtown Alliance presents Drive-In Movie Night – in association with the Town of Bel Air’s Winter Wonderland program. Plan ahead to stroll Main & Bond Streets before showtime. Most retail shops and restaurants have reopened, they have good safety precautions in place, and they welcome you to stop in an see what’s new. And we just might have some wintertime magic planned for these events (think character visits and restaurant specials). Parking lot admissions open at 6pm. Park your car, do some shopping, and grab food to-go prior to the show. Anticipated movie start time at 6:45pm. Tickets for admission covers the cost per vehicle entering the Drive-In Movie. Refunds will be issued in the case of a rained out event and/or due to COVID-19. Larger vehicles will be placed closer to the back section of the parking lot for visibility purposes. We recommend that visitors stay in their vehicles during the movie. Masks are recommended as you leave your vehicle to carry out or shop from a local establishment. Audio will be transmitted via FM radio through your vehicle, or through a downloaded radio app on your cellular device. Tickets – $20 via eventbrite. • http://downtownbelair.com.

Dec 06   The Shabby Button Holiday Open House

The Shabby Button, 12101 Belair Road, Kingsville. 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM Join us for fun, door prizes, and holiday specials. 443.313.3470

Dec 06   OmBrew Yoga

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us every Sunday morning at 11am for a 45 minute yoga session with instructor Alexis! Tickets are $15 for the 45 minute class plus a 12 oz beer or kombucha of your choice (some limitations may apply).

Dec 06 - Dec 10   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 07   Edgewood: HCAA Mobile Pantry/SNAP Outreach

Edgewood Library, 629 Edgewood Road, Edgewood. 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM Hosted by Harford Community Action Agency. HCAA will distribute 100 bags of non-perishable items in a backpack. 4pm-6pm or until supply runs out.

Dec 08   GBC Newsmaker Speaker Series — Zoom Webinar – COVID-19: Health Care Challenge. Catalyst. Disruptor.

08:30 AM Join CEOs of the region’s major health care systems for a discussion on: • How COVID-19 has impacted delivery of health care; • What are the short and long term economic, social and technology implications; • The acceleration of telemedicine; • Adapting to changes in patient behavior; • Addressing issues regarding Health Equity. A personal, one-time link to join the webinar will be sent out via email to all registrants the evening prior to the event. (If you do not receive your link by 4pm, December 7, please contact Tara Harris at tarah@gbc.org or Karen Parrish at karenp@gbc.org.) Cost: GBC members: $25, Non-members: $40. Register: https://gbc.org/events/newsmaker-speaker-series-the-changing-face-of-health-care/   410.727.2820 • https://gbc.org/events/newsmaker-speaker-series-the-changing-face-of-health-care/.

Dec 08   Paint and Sip Night at the Museum

Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM Join us as local artists, Sue Niewenhous and Meg Algren, lead the group in developing a holiday themed piece of art. This is a fun night complete with wine and amazing camaraderie and laughs, a great lead in to the holiday season. Admission $25. Call 410.838.7691 or visit website. • http://www.HarfordHistory.org.

Dec 08   Annual Tree Lighting

Rockfield Manor, 501 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM Kick off the holidays with Rockfield Manor’s Christmas tree lighting benefiting Harford County Toys for Tots. FREE Admission with new unwrapped toy. Call 410.638.4565 or visit website. • http://www.rockfieldmanor.com.

Dec 08   Coping with COVID-19: A Woman's Perspective

06:30 PM A FREE virtual discussion presented in cooperation with Kaiser Permanente. Topics will include: The impacts of COVID-19 on home life, mental well-being, and caregivers; Coping with uncertainty; Practicing self-care; Managing your stress response; Q&A session. For registration information, visit website.   • http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/2021/Community-Conversation-Series.

Dec 08   Hymnal Angel Ornament Workshop

Arts by the Bay Gallery, 307 St. John Street, Havre de Grace. 06:30 PM Learn the basics of paper sculpting with artist Jodi Porter, and create your own unique glass ornament with a hymnal paper angel inside! *Please note, the same type of workshop is offered two separate days 12/1 and 12/8 at 6:30pm. This is not a two-part class. 443.502.2005 • https://artsbythebaygallery.com/workshops.

Dec 09   Route 40 Business Association December Meet, Greet and Eat

Bushmill Tavern, 4017 Philadelphia Road, Abingdon. 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM Sponsored by Architectural Design Works and DiNatale Accounting & Tax Services. Wear your mask. We will be practicing social distancing. Admission is FREE. Registration required. Register at website. • http://www.route40business.com.

Dec 09   Genealogy Workshop: My Ancestor Did What???

Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM There are bound to be surprises in this search. Learn about the possibilities and where to find hidden stories. Admission $10. Call 410.838.7691 or visit website. • http://www.HarfordHistory.org.

Dec 10 - Dec 18   Happy Chanukah Harford County!

Dec 10   Outside Nativity Scenes for Businesses, Residents and Churches

Share your beautiful pictures of your Nativity Scenes on Facebook at Susquehanna Ministerium of Greater Havre de Grace. Send your pictures to our Susquehanna Ministerium Facebook site through Messenger or email them to Jan at Englishqn@aol.com.

Dec 10   Weekly BANC Meeting at AleCraft Brewery

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 07:45 AM - 09:00 AM Looking to expand your business? Networking is the key, and Bel Air Networking Connections is a newly (re)formed group of local business professionals anxious to meet you and build mutually beneficial relationships, referrals, and events. Swing by every Thursday morning at 7:45am to find out more.

Dec 11   46th Annual Mayor’s Business Recognition Awards Ceremony – Virtual Event

11:00 AM Each year the Mayor of the City of Baltimore joins with the Greater Baltimore Committee and the Baltimore Development Corporation to recognize businesses that have demonstrated significant corporate leadership and service to improve the quality of life in Baltimore. The awards are given for specific activities or projects that have significantly benefited the citizens of Baltimore City and are outside the regular mission or day-to-day work or activities of the business. A personal, one-time link to join the event will be sent out via email to all registrants the evening prior to the event. (If you do not receive your link by 4pm, December 10, please contact Tara Harris at tarah@gbc.org or Karen Parrish at karenp@gbc.org.) Cost: Members: $40 individuals; Non-members: $65 individuals. Register: https://gbc.org/events/46th-annual-mayors-business-recognition-award-luncheon-2/   410.727.2820 • lisab@gbc.org • https://gbc.org/events/46th-annual-mayors-business-recognition-award-luncheon-2/.

Dec 11   The Nutcracker

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM Children ages 2 through 6 years old are invited to attend an age appropriate performance that introduces children to the magic of live theater. This show includes excerpts from the Nutcracker ballet which are performed as a narrator explains the story of Clara and her magical toy. After the performance, costumed dancers lead the children to a decorated Tea Party are for refreshments. Visit website. • http://www.balletchesapeake.org.

Dec 11 - Dec 12   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 12   Bel Air Farmers' Market

Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas and Bond Streets, Bel Air. 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Open Saturdays 7am – 11am, mid-April through November and          9am–11 am in December. The market sells fresh, local produce and fruit in season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes organic and specialty vendors. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development. For current market information, visit website. • http://www.belairfarmersmarket.com.

Dec 12   Holiday Boutique at The Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 09:00 AM A museum filled with crafts and greens. More details to follow. • https://www.thelockhousemuseum.org/.

Dec 12   Concord Point Keeper's House Holiday Boutique

Concord Point Lighthouse, 700 Concord Street, Havre de Grace. 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Shop unique handmade and lighthouse gifts and baked goods. See the Keeper’s House decorated for the holidays. • https://concordpointlighthouse.org.

Dec 12   Featured Artist Reception

Harford Artists Gallery, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air. 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM Meet the featured artist and hear about the inspiration for the body of work on display. Reception 1-4pm. Gallery hours Wednesday – Sunday, 11am – 6pm. Call 410.420.9499 or visit website. • http://www.artinharford.org.

Dec 12   Candlelight Tour of Historic Havre de Grace

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM The 48th Candlelight Tour of historic Havre de Grace all new for 2020. This year, we have 14 homes, parks and museums, with entertainment outside of each stop for you to enjoy. From Theater to Jazz, from Vaudeville to Barbershop, there is something for everyone. Share this unique celebration with candles lighting your way! Tickets available on Eventbrite or at Explorehavredegrace.com. 5177496938 • 4109395780 • Carol.Michelle.Allen@gmail.com • director@thelockhousemuseum.org • https://www.thelockhousemuseum.org/.

Dec 12   Harford Choral Society Annual Winter/Holiday Concert

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM For ticket prices, visit website. • http://www.harfordchoralsociety.org.

Dec 12   Complimentary Carriage Rides

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be two carriages – each carriage has two horses pulling it.  If a line begins, a list will be started assigning times for people to come back to avoid gatherings.

Dec 12   Santa Visits Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM Santa will arrive by carriage. Due to the coronavirus, Santa will be accepting letters.

Dec 12   Winter Wonderland in Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Join us Saturday evenings in Downtown Bel Air. Shop, eat, and enjoy the holiday spirit. Carriage rides, and maybe a socially distant visit from Santa. Oh…lots of beautiful warm holiday lights throughout.

Dec 12   Handel’s "Messiah": Live Online!

Grace United Methodist Church, 5407 N. Charles Street, Baltimore. 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM Handel Choir of Baltimore will again perform the baroque master’s beloved oratorio in our 86th year! This year’s Virtual “Messiah” will continue as one of Baltimore’s longest-standing musical traditions (since 1935!) in a way you’ve never experienced before. Real-time performances of world-class Baroque chamber forces blend with a full virtual choir, soloists and orchestra, all livestreamed directly to your computer. Handel Choir and Handel Period Instrument Orchestra: Sarah Berger, soprano; Monica Reinagel, alto; Allan Palacios Chan, tenor; Peter Walker, bass; Brian Bartoldus, conductor. This live, online concert is FREE to our community. For more information, visit website. 667.206.4120 • info@handelchoir.org • https://www.handelchoir.org.

Dec 13   Holiday Boutique at The Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM The Museum will be filled with crafts and greens for sale. More information to come. 410.939.5780 • http://thelockhousemuseum.org.

Dec 13   OmBrew Yoga

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us every Sunday morning at 11am for a 45 minute yoga session with instructor Alexis! Tickets are $15 for the 45 minute class plus a 12 oz beer or kombucha of your choice (some limitations may apply).

Dec 13   Concord Point Keeper's House Holiday Boutique

Concord Point Lighthouse, 700 Concord Street, Havre de Grace. 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM Shop unique handmade and lighthouse gifts and baked goods. See the Keeper’s House decorated for the holidays. • https://concordpointlighthouse.org.

Dec 13   Kris Kringle's Christmas Corner on Kershaw Court

Kershaw Court and Kershaw Road, 227 Kershaw Court, Joppatowne. 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM Ho, Ho, Hope for the holidays is still alive in the ’85 for 2020! COVID won’t cancel Christmas this year not even close! Come see Santa Claus in person seated on the corner of Kershaw Court and Kershaw Road in the heart of Joppatowne near Mariner Point. Santa will be hanging out in a decorated tent hoping to share his holiday spirit and spread joy to the world! Kris Kringle is all about the kiddies, so plan a drive-by or walk by…either way it’s FREE for all ages and open to the community. A few of Santa’s helpers will be standing by to accept donations of canned goods and other non perishables for the Joppatowne Lion’s Club in order to give back to the community and to those in need for the holidays. It’s a community Christmas event, being held outdoors. Stay in your nice warm car or walk on by, honk, wave… you’re welcome to tell Santa what you want for Christmas. There will be two special guest appearances in December. We will be exercising all government mandated safety precautions and protocols for COVID to include social distancing.  

Dec 13 - Dec 17   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 13   The Hip Hop Nutcracker Streaming Version

07:00 PM Hosted by The Bushnell. A holiday mash-up for the whole family, directed and choreographed by Jennifer Weber, The Hip Hop Nutcracker – recorded live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center – is a contemporary dance spectacle set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless music. • http://www.stellartickets.com/events/hhn-and-the-bushnell/the-hip-hop-nutcracker.

Dec 14   Swipes Paint Pouring Workshop

Arts by the Bay Gallery, 307 St. John Street, Havre de Grace. 06:30 PM Guided by talented acrylic and resin artist Laura Hofherr, students will explore their creativity through Acrylic Pour Painting and learn how to create two beautiful, one-of-a-kind paintings using the Swipe technique. *Please note, the same type of workshop is offered two separate days – 12/14 and 1/11 both 6:30 – 8:30pm. This is not a two-part class. Registration fee $50. 410.652.0704 • 410.939.1818 • https://www.artsbythebaygallery.com/workshops.

Dec 16   Mix and Mingle Networking

Harford County Chamber of Commerce, 108 S. Bond Street, Bel Air. 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM 3rd Wednesday of each month. Networking opportunity for members and guests of the Harford County Chamber of Commerce. Prospective Chamber members/non-members may only attend one Mix and Mingle. Come prepared with business cards and a great 30 second promotion of your business.  Register online at website. • http://www.harfordchamber.org.

Dec 17   Weekly BANC Meeting at AleCraft Brewery

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 07:45 AM - 09:00 AM Looking to expand your business? Networking is the key, and Bel Air Networking Connections is a newly (re)formed group of local business professionals anxious to meet you and build mutually beneficial relationships, referrals, and events. Swing by every Thursday morning at 7:45am to find out more.

Dec 17   Sip & Shop

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM Grab your friends and family for a night of extended shopping hours, discounts, food and drink specials in Downtown Bel Air. Meet up with your group for a complimentary glass of wine at the Harford Artists’ Gallery’s kickoff party. • https://downtownbelair.com/sip-and-shop/.

Dec 17   Line Dancing

Jarrettsville VFW Post 8672, 1714 Morse Road, Jarrettsville. 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM Hosted by PartyTyme DJs and Jarrettsville VFW Post 8672. Line Dancing in the Outdoor Pavilion on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. $10 admission includes lessons and dancing. Food and drinks will be available for purchase in the lounge. Ages 12 and older are welcome with paid admission when accompanied by an adult. No outside alcohol.

Dec 18 - Dec 19   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 18   Live Stream Event on TSOLivestream.com

08:00 PM - 09:30 PM Join us for your favorite rock holiday tradition this season as Trans-Siberian Orchestra brings an electrifying 90-minute performance of its beloved album, “Christmas Eve and Other Stories” directly into your home. This livestream event features the story and the music that started it all (but don’t worry – we didn’t forget about the lasers!). In addition to the full album concert, fans will view special pre-show content including behind-the-scenes footage and classic interview segments. Don’t miss this all-new take on the story that launched a winter tradition for all ages, “Christmas Eve & Other Stories.” Purchase your tickets at website. • https://bit.ly/TSOLiveStream.

Dec 19   Bel Air Farmers' Market

Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas and Bond Streets, Bel Air. 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Open Saturdays 7am – 11am, mid-April through November and          9am–11 am in December. The market sells fresh, local produce and fruit in season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes organic and specialty vendors. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development. For current market information, visit website. • http://www.belairfarmersmarket.com.

Dec 19   Breakfast with Santa

The Ward Y in Abingdon, 101 Walter Ward Boulevard, Abingdon. 09:30 AM Come enjoy bagels, cream cheese, danishes, fresh fruit, coffee and hot cocoa. Crafts, games and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! 410.679.9622 • https://ymaryland.org/locations/wardy.

Dec 19   Kris Kringle's Christmas Corner on Kershaw Court

Kershaw Court and Kershaw Road, 227 Kershaw Court, Joppatowne. 04:00 PM - 07:00 PM Ho, Ho, Hope for the holidays is still alive in the ’85 for 2020! COVID won’t cancel Christmas this year not even close! Come see Santa Claus in person seated on the corner of Kershaw Court and Kershaw Road in the heart of Joppatowne near Mariner Point. Santa will be hanging out in a decorated tent hoping to share his holiday spirit and spread joy to the world! Kris Kringle is all about the kiddies, so plan a drive-by or walk by…either way it’s FREE for all ages and open to the community. A few of Santa’s helpers will be standing by to accept donations of canned goods and other non perishables for the Joppatowne Lion’s Club in order to give back to the community and to those in need for the holidays. It’s a community Christmas event, being held outdoors. Stay in your nice warm car or walk on by, honk, wave… you’re welcome to tell Santa what you want for Christmas. There will be two special guest appearances in December. We will be exercising all government mandated safety precautions and protocols for COVID to include social distancing.  

Dec 19   Complimentary Carriage Rides

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Available on a first-come, first-served basis. There will be two carriages – each carriage has two horses pulling it.  If a line begins, a list will be started assigning times for people to come back to avoid gatherings.

Dec 19   Santa Visits Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM Santa will arrive by carriage. Due to the coronavirus, Santa will be accepting letters.

Dec 19   Winter Wonderland in Bel Air

Downtown Bel Air, Main Street, Bel Air. 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Join us Saturday evenings in Downtown Bel Air. Shop, eat, and enjoy the holiday spirit. Carriage rides, and maybe a socially distant visit from Santa. Oh…lots of beautiful warm holiday lights throughout.

Dec 19   Drive-In Movie Night – How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Black Eyed Suzie's Parking Lot, 119 South Main Street, Bel Air. 06:45 PM Bel Air Downtown Alliance presents Drive-In Movie Night – in association with the Town of Bel Air’s Winter Wonderland program. Plan ahead to stroll Main & Bond Streets before showtime. Most retail shops and restaurants have reopened, they have good safety precautions in place, and they welcome you to stop in an see what’s new. And we just might have some wintertime magic planned for these events (think character visits and restaurant specials). Parking lot admissions open at 6pm. Park your car, do some shopping, and grab food to-go prior to the show. Anticipated movie start time at 6:45pm. Tickets for admission covers the cost per vehicle entering the Drive-In Movie. Refunds will be issued in the case of a rained out event and/or due to COVID-19. Larger vehicles will be placed closer to the back section of the parking lot for visibility purposes. We recommend that visitors stay in their vehicles during the movie. Masks are recommended as you leave your vehicle to carry out or shop from a local establishment. Audio will be transmitted via FM radio through your vehicle, or through a downloaded radio app on your cellular device. Tickets – $20 via eventbrite. • http://downtownbelair.com.

Dec 20   14th Annual Merry Tuba Christmas

Come and bring your tubas, euphoniums and baritone horns. Bring a music stand, dress festively and decorate your instrument. Registration fee $5; music cost $15 (unless you have music from a previous Tuba Christmas event). Audience admission is FREE. Location and time to be determined.  Call 410.391.7832 or visit website. • http://www.belairmd.org.

Dec 20   OmBrew Yoga

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us every Sunday morning at 11am for a 45 minute yoga session with instructor Alexis! Tickets are $15 for the 45 minute class plus a 12 oz beer or kombucha of your choice (some limitations may apply).

Dec 20 - Dec 24   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 25   Merry Christmas Harford County!

Dec 25 - Dec 26   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 26   Bel Air Farmers' Market

Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas and Bond Streets, Bel Air. 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Open Saturdays 7am – 11am, mid-April through November and          9am–11 am in December. The market sells fresh, local produce and fruit in season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes organic and specialty vendors. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Community and Economic Development. For current market information, visit website. • http://www.belairfarmersmarket.com.

Dec 27   OmBrew Yoga

AleCraft Brewery, 319 S. Main Street, Bel Air. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us every Sunday morning at 11am for a 45 minute yoga session with instructor Alexis! Tickets are $15 for the 45 minute class plus a 12 oz beer or kombucha of your choice (some limitations may apply).

Dec 27   Annual Havre de Grace Historic Church Tour

Havre de Grace United Methodist Church, 101 S. Union Avenue, Havre de Grace. 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM Spend a lovely afternoon touring the beautifully decorated Historic Churches of Havre de Grace. Booklets are available with names of churches and their addresses at all the churches. Begin tour at the Havre de Grace United Methodist Church and follow tour booklets. 410.937.7666 • englishqn@aol.com

Dec 27 - Dec 31   St. Matthew's 8th Annual Christmas Festival of Lights

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. 06:00 PM - 10:00 PM More than 100,000 lights will be arranged around the campus on Churchville Road/MD Route 22, synchronized to music. Experience the display from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning into the radio. From 6-9pm on Fridays-Sundays, visitors can also check out the indoor train garden where there will be hot cocoa and cookies. Guests must wear face coverings inside the church buildings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FREE event. People may donate nonperishable food items for the church’s food pantry. The display will run nightly from November 27-December 31, weather permitting.

Dec 28   American Red Cross Blood Drive

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air. 12:00 PM - 05:30 PM Giving blood doesn’t require much time.  You can help save up to three lives in about an hour. The need is ongoing but the supply is not. Please give blood today. Call 1.800.RED CROSS.

January, 2021

Jan 01   Happy New Year Harford County!

Jan 09   Frostbite Walk

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Guided nature/history trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. FREE. Meet at the parking lot for the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 410.939.5780 • http://thelockhousemuseum.org.

Jan 11   Swipes Paint Pouring Workshop

Arts by the Bay Gallery, 307 St. John Street, Havre de Grace. 06:30 PM - 08:30 PM Guided by talented acrylic and resin artist Laura Hofherr, students will explore their creativity through Acrylic Pour Painting and learn how to create two beautiful, one-of-a-kind paintings using the Swipe technique. *Please note, the same type of workshop is offered two separate days – 12/14 and 1/11 both 6:30 – 8:30pm. This is not a two-part class. Registration fee $50. 410.939.1818 • https://www.artsbythebaygallery.com/workshops.

Jan 14   Eighth Annual Sprout Film & Art Festival Will be Virtual

06:00 PM - 07:00 PM Streamed live on The Arc NCR’s website and social media channels, the festival will showcase the many artistic talents of individuals with and without differing abilities as well as short films from the renowned NYC company, Sprout. • http://arcncr.org.

Jan 17   Mutts Gone Nuts

Harford Community College, Amoss Center, Bel Air. 03:00 PM Back by popular demand, disorderly duo Scott and Joan Houghton and their hilarious pack of pooches have created a top-notch comedy dog show like no other – featuring incredible high flying frisbee dogs, tightwire dogs, dancing dogs, and the one and only…Sammie the Talking Dog. All adopted from animal shelters and rescues, the mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in this family-friendly performance that leaves audiences howling for more. Magic Circle seat includes post-show meet and greet with photo opportunity. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

February, 2021

Feb 06 - Feb 07   ONLINE Maryland Boating Safety Course

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM Maryland Boating Safety Course (Online). Sat., February 6, 2021 from 9am – 1pm to Sun., February 7, 2021 from 9am – 2pm. This course satisfies the requirements for operating a vessel on Maryland waters, and a Certificate of Boating Safety Education will be issued upon satisfactory completion. Instructors teach two sessions – attendance at both online sessions is required (total of 9 hrs. instruction time) – followed by an online test, taken at your convenience. Course cost is a $20 per student donation. All of our boating classes are FREE for First Responders, Active Military, Sea Scouts and all Medical/Hospital staff. (Funds go to support the USCG Auxiliary’s educational programs.) Click the link to pay. To register, simply email Abe at: ais1234@gmail.com, with the subject line “MD Boating Safety Course” and provide your name, street address, and DOB. You may also call him at: 443.504.3880 to register, or with any questions you may have. Upon registration, a link to join the virtual class will be provided on the dates and times specified. NOTE: If you have never done a live online class before, we will set up a short practice session to make sure you won’t have any problems. Use your computer, tablet, or smart phone. • 410.939.4800 • info@hdgmaritimemuseum.org • https://checkout.square.site/merchant/35ZQ399HQVAAS/checkout/DGU3H4UZJJ4JPRFHQ66FDQIU.

March, 2021

Mar 12 - Mar 13   Off the Streets

Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Drive, Aberdeen. 05:30 PM - 08:00 AM A sleep out to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness. The Aberdeen Police Department is proud to support the Harford Family House inaugural Off the Streets, a Sleep Out to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness event. You can be a part of this unique event and make a difference in your community by registering today. We are challenging the community to sleep outside for one night. This event is not about pretending to be homeless, it’s a demonstration to those experiencing homelessness – deciding that we can’t stay indoors while so many families remain outside. Harford County Public Schools reported 480 students registered in the school system were without a stable home last year. $25 registration fee per participant to cover the event costs. After registering, you will receive an email encouraging you to create a personal fundraising page to share with family, friends and colleagues to raise awareness for Harford Family House while earning incentives along the way (see website for fundraising rewards). Participants will enjoy a kid zone, movie on the big screen, reduced prices at the concession stand, scavenger hunt, DJ and more. 410.273.6700 • Lt. W. Reiber wreiber@aberdeenmd.gov • http://bit.ly/HFHOTS2021registration.

Mar 12   2021 Rewrite a Child's Story Dinner Auction

Richlin Ball Room, 1700 Van Bibber Road, Edgewood. 07:00 PM - 11:00 PM Hosted by Extreme Family Outreach. Music by Klassix. Join us for an evening of delicious food, top-notch entertainment and exciting auction items. All proceeds benefit local children in underserved communities along the Route 40 corridor in Harford County. Simply your presence at this event impacts the life of a child. Visit website for additional details. Tickets – $75/per person. Sponsorship opportunities available. 410.676.1212 • https://www.extremefamilyoutreach.com/annual-dinner-auction/.

Mar 13   Nature/History Walk

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Guided nature/history trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. FREE. Meet at the parking lot for the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 410.939.5780 • http://thelockhousemuseum.org.

April, 2021

Apr 10   South Beach – An Evening in the Stacks

Abingdon Library, 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon. 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Harford County Public Library Foundation’s 16th Annual Gala. This is the Foundation’s signature event to benefit the Harford County Public Library and is attended by more than 650 people. Proceeds will support the new Darlington Library, and STREAM (STEM plus Reading and Art!) programs and initiatives. VIP Reception from 5-6pm. The VIP Reception is exclusive to Platinum, Presenting, Headlining, and Premier Sponsors. • http://eveninginthestacks.org.

May, 2021

May 08   Nature/History Walk

Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Guided nature/history trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. FREE. Meet at the parking lot for the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace. 410.939.5780 • http://thelockhousemuseum.org.

May 08   Lee Rocker (of the Stray Cats

APGFCU Arena, Harford Community College, 401 Thomas Run Road, Bel Air. 07:30 PM Grammy-nominated musician and Bass Player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning and rocking his giant upright bass as a founding member (along with Brian Setzer and Slim Jim Phantom), of the Grammy-nominated music group The Stray Cats, who sold over 10 million albums. The Stray Cats’ worldwide mega hits “Stray Cat Strut,” “Sexy and Seventeen,” and “Rock this Town” have become a part of the fabric or rock and roll. Reserved seating. Tickets start at $19. $45 Tickets include post-show Meet & Greet. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 14 - May 15   The Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 07:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 15 - May 16   15th Annual Secret Garden Tour of Havre de Grace

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette St., Havre de Grace. 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM Let’s try this again…”Gardens Along the Chesapeake and More”. View private gardens along the Chesapeake and around historic Havre de Grace. This event is a fundraiser for the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Sponsored by the Gardens de Grace Club. 410.652.9757. Email: gardensdegrace@hotmail.com Visit our Facebook Page Havre de Grace Secret Garden Tours for additional information. 410.939.4800 • http://www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/.

May 15 - May 16   The Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 04:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 16   The Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 01:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 21   The Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 01:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 21   Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 04:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

May 21   The Wizard of Oz

Harford Community College, Chesapeake Theater, Bel Air. 07:00 PM Presented by Harford Dance Theatre. Put on your ruby slippers and enjoy this fun-filled adventure as Dorothy and Toto try to find their way back to Kansas from the spectacular land of Oz. The same dance company that brings you Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas will take you on a journey of heartfelt friendship with the beloved Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man as they follow the yellow brick road. It’s a trip you won’t want to miss! Reserved Seating: Adult $16; Senior (Age 60+) $12; Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $12; HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $12. Please Note: Everyone who enters the theater, regardless of age, requires a ticket. Visit Ticket Office Info for more information. Require Accessible Seating? Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H in Left Center, Center and Right Center. Please note that seats in Rows A – G require maneuvering stairs. Please contact the Ticket Office for further information. • http://tickets.harford.edu.

June, 2021

Jun 12   Annual Shrimp & BBQ Fest

Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, Intersection of Congress and Saint John Street, Havre de Grace. 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM This fun-filled annual event is filled with delectable foods, great raffles and prizes and fun for all participants. Tickets sell out quickly so be sure to get your tickets early. $45. 410.939.2100 • https://havredegracemd.gov/.

Jun 19   1st Annual Once Upon A Rodeo

Harford Equestrian Center, 608 N. Tollgate Road, Bel Air. 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM Enjoy food, beer, music, vendors and a great family friendly fun filled day at the Once Upon A Rodeo! The Harford County Public Library Foundation will be hosting a PRCA ProRodeo professionally sanctioned rodeo produced by Painted Pony Championship Rodeo and hosted by The Harford County Public Library Foundation Committee. Contestants will participate in 7 pro-rodeo events consisting of barrel racing, bull riding, calf roping, team roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, bareback riding and tie-down roping. The rodeo will be followed by a star studded music concert. Music lineup TBA. All proceeds will benefit the Harford County Public Library. Gates open at 12pm. Rodeo – 1pm; Music – 4pm. • http://www.eventbrite.com.

July, 2021

Jul 26 - Jul 31   33rd Annual Harford County Farm Fair

Harford Equestrian Center, 608 N. Tollgate Road, Bel Air. 03:00 PM - 10:00 PM The annual Farm Fair highlights Harford County agriculture, 4-H and FFA animal shows, indoor exhibits, commercial and community vendors, and numerous competitions for participation by local residents. Artisan’s Village features local crafters and vendors. Buy local offerings for food and beverages (wineries, breweries and distilleries). Come see a variety of entertainment and events, along with lots of family activities such as Kidway and a carnival. Monday through Thursday, 3-10pm, Friday and Saturday, 10am–10pm. Call 410.838.8663 or visit website. • http://www.farmfair.org..

September, 2021

Sep 18   Fall Fest

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette St., Havre de Grace. 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM This event is filled with fun Fall activities for kids and adults with beautiful Fall mums and pumpkins to purchase. A variety of presenters will also offer gardening advice and a pumpkin carving demonstration. 410.939.4800 • http://www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/.