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.

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

If your organization or business is planning an event that you'd like to have listed, email us at events@harfordsheart.com

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July

1 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. You'll want to bring a camera to snap a few photos of the sailboat races and the gorgeous scenery on this cruise. $45, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

2 — First Friday in Havre de Grace

5-9pm. Military Appreciation Friday featuring bands playing music throughout the downtown, activities for the kids, shops stay open late (check out their specials!), beer garden with delicious food, car show on Franklin Street and much more!

2 — First Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Come early to Havre de Grace and enjoy some of the First Friday celebration before you board the Lantern Queen for a true TGIF experience. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

2 — First Friday in Bel Air

Office Street by the Courthouse, Bel Air. 5-8pm. Featuring music by Fiction 20 Down. Great food available along with our Beer/Wine Garden with tickets at $3.00 each. A limited number of VIP PASSES will be pre-sold for each event. FREE. 410.638.1023 • swalker@downtownbelair.com • www.downtownbelair.com

2 — First Friday in Havre de Grace

5-9pm. Celebrate MAY DAY! Come to downtown Havre de Grace for a fun-filled evening the first Friday of each month. Enjoy great music and attractions for all ages. Diana Broomell. 410.939.1811 • dgmainstreet@verizon.net • www.hdgmainstreet.org.

2 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

2 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Sand Art craft. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

3 — Calico Critters Fun Day

Tiddlywinks Toys, 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10am-6pm. Mrs. Fisher Cat from Calico Critters is coming to Tiddlywinks for a very special visit. FREE. 443. 371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

3 — America the Beautiful Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Take time out to relax and enjoy the gorgeous scenery of our area, and a scrumptious dinner too. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

4 — Summer Concert Series – Jerusalem Mill – Jericho Bridge

Gunpowder Falls State Park, 2813 Jerusalem Rd., Kingsville. 6pm. Bring your chair or blanket, to The Meadow, near the blacksmith shop, alongside the scenic Little Gunpowder. Soft drinks, bottled water, snacks and ice cream are available at our concession stand inside the blacksmith shop. $7, members $5, under 12 FREE. All concerts are held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, please call 410-877-3560 for alternate concert location. www.JerusalemMill.org

4 — Fireworks Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 7-10pm. Dinner and 4th of July Fireworks! Enjoy a wonderful All-American dinner while the Lantern Queen crew provides front row seats for Havre de Grace's spectacular fireworks display. $65, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

4 — Fireworks Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 7:30-10pm. A relaxing evening sail while enjoying wine, cheese, munchies, beer & soda. Reservations req'd. $50. 410.939.4078.

4 — Independence Day Celebration

Havre de Grace. Parade on Union Ave. 2pm; Concert at Tydings Park 7pm. Fireworks in Tydings Park at dusk. FREE. 410.939.4362. hdegindependencecommittee@aol.com

4 — Independence Day

Various Locations in Bel Air. 6:45am-10pm. Flag raising ceremony, pancake breakfast, morning contests (turtle race, frog jumping, watermelon eating, Uncle Sam Says). Evening – Parade & Fireworks. Sponsored by the Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc. 410.893.4444 • www.belairjuly4.org

4 — Open House

Hays House, 324 Kenmore Ave., Bel Air. 9am-Noon. Special activities! Music by the Catherine Street Consort. FREE. 410.838.7691

5 — Summer Concert by the Bay

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. 7pm. Enjoy Monday nights in July at our summer concert series. Relax to spectacular views of the Bay while listening to the region's best maritime performers. Refreshments available. 410.939.4800 • museum@comcast.net • www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

7 — Botany for Babies

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10am-1pm. Pre-registration required. Members $25; non-members $28. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

7 — Family Campfire

Eden Mill Nature Center. 6:30-8pm. Join us as we hear a presentation from our guest speakers and then enjoy making smores around our campfire. This program is fun for all ages! Donations are accepted to cover the cost of the smores! Pre-Registration required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

7 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

7 — Miche Bag Fundraiser

Bliss Coffee and Wine Bar, 1400 Handlir Dr., Bel Air. 6:30-9:30pm. 10% of all Miche bag sales will be donated to a local woman undergoing breast cancer treatment. She is now unable to work due to treatments. This event is being hosted to help offset her bills. 410.272.0505

8 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

8 — Adventure Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 9am-4pm. Spend the morning hiking, creeping, and crawling through a unique set of Tectonic Plate caves called the Wind Caves. Then we will spend the afternoon canoeing at Eden Mill. Transportation to and from the cave site provided by Parks and Recreation. Ages 12 - 15. Pre-registration is required and space is limited so register early! Members $50; non-members $60. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

9 — Friday Concerts in the Park

Tydings Park, HdG. 7:30pm. EWABO Caribbean. Sounds of steel drums will fill the air with Caribbean Music. Rain location: HdG Activity Center, 351 Lewis Lane.

9 — Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Dinner, sightseeing, relaxing! What a way to start the weekend! $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

9 — Oh Deer Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10am-1pm. Pre-registration required. Members $25; non-members $28. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

9 — Summer Outdoor Movie Series – Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Performance by MD School of Ballet begins at 7. Movie starts at sundown. Presented by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance; pre-movie entertainment presented by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. Grab your blanket and join us for movies under the stars! 410.638.1023.

9 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

9 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for games. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

10-11 — Civil War Re-enactment – Gilmor's Raid

Jerusalem Mill Village, Gunpowder Falls State Park, 2813 Jerusalem Rd., Kingsville.

11 — Summer Fun Day with Lawnmower Races and Car Show

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, HdG. Noon-4pm. Annual event features lawnmower races, car show, children's crafts & games; ice cream eating contests; face painting; entertainment; food & tours. Adult $5; 12 and under FREE. 410.939.2299; 888.419.1762 • steppingstonemuseum@msn.com • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

11 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Upper Chesapeake Chorus Sweet Adelines. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

11 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. 1 & 2pm. Guided tours of the first floor of the historic home of Shakespearean actors Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Reservations required. 443.619.0008 • http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

11 — Sunshine 5K Run/Walk

North Harford High School. 8am. Benefits Sunshine’s Angels to provide therapeutic care for trauma- and grief-stricken children in Harford County. www.sunshinesangels.com

11 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. 1 & 2pm. Guided tours of the first floor of the historic home of Shakespearean actors Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Reservations required. $3 donation suggested. 443.619.0008 • http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

12 — Summer Concert by the Bay

12-14 — Nature Discovery Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10am-1pm. During this 3 day camp, participants will become detectives as they explore and understand the hidden wonders of nature. We will explore the meadow, wetlands, and trails, as well as participate in environmental activities, crafts, and games! Pre-registration required. Members $75; non-members $85. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

13 — Luncheon Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 10:30am doors open. $10 for lunch and bingo. 410.457.5461

14 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Regents Jazz Ensemble. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

15 — Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Centeer. 11 am. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Families are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the program. Pre-registration required. 410.836.3050410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

15 — Adventure Camp

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

Save Now! Liberty Pure Solutions is offering free home surveys to see if you qualify for solar hot water systems. 410.365.3150

15 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

Slavie Bank, 1614 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 7:15pm. Join Bel Air Toastmasters to practice and hone communication and leadership skills. president@belair.freetoasthost.com • www.belairtm.freetoasthost.com

15 — Purse Group Meeting

Barnes & Noble, Bel Air. Learn more about the unique financial challenges facing women. Discussions based on A Purse of Your Own by Deborah Owens, facilitated by Lenora Hammett, MBA, Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial. Light refreshments. FREE. 410.588.5874

16 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Giant Paper Flowers craft. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

16 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

16 — Amphibian Adventures Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10am-1pm. Ages 4-5. Pre-registration is required and space is limited so register early! Members $50; non-members $60. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

16 — Wee Wonders: 1,2,3...Look at Me

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10:15-11:30am. Eden Mill Nature Center is proud to offer a new program called Wee Wonders. Taught by Tiny Wonders instructor, Kim Truxel, Wee Wonders is a stimulating and specialized gathering for 2-3 year olds. Planned activities will provide opportunities for creative movement, language development, nature exploration, arts and the five senses. Pre-registration is required. Members $10, Non-members $15. 410.836.3050410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

16-18 — Warrior Summer Sizzle Lacrosse Tournament

Cedar Lane (High School) and Carsins Run Park (JV) Competitive lacrosse tournament for Boys Middle School and High School lacrosse teams. 120 teams, 2400 players & coaches, 80+ college coaches. Smoke free and pet free weekend. 443.807.1767 • jmchugh@cedarlanesports.org

16-18 — Greek Festival

Sts. Mary Magdalene and Markella Greek Orthodox Church, 3716 Dublin Rd., Darlington. Fri., 5-10pm; Sat. Noon-1-pm; Sun. Noon-7pm. Greek food, Greek music and dancing, Vendors and shuttle parking. FREE. 410.836.9754 • goshe2004@yahoo.com • www.gochc.org

16 — Friday Concerts in the Park

Tydings Park, HdG. 7:30pm. Paul Howshall's Chesapeake Jazz Quartet. Rain location: HdG Activity Center, 351 Lewis Lane.

16 — Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. The rat race ends here! Join us for a truly relaxing 2 hour dinner cruise. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

17 — Family Movie Night – Open Season – Sponsored by Armstrong

Eden Mill Nature Center. 7:30pm.Enjoy an evening in the park watching a movie under the stars. NO FEE, thanks to the gracious sponsorship of Armstrong Cable! All are welcome! Pre-registration rquired. 410.836.3050410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

18 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Peabody Ragtime Ensemble. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

19 — Summer Concert by the Bay

20 — Honeybee Hive Maintenance

Eden Mill Nature Center. 4:30pm. Join our head beekeeper, Cybil Preston, as she demonstrates hive maintenance and answers questions you may have concerning honeybees, crop management, pests and disease, as well as the importance of honeybees. There is no registration or fee for this demonstration. Meet on the paved pathway next to the Honeybee hives by the red barn! 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

21 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Sounding Brass. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

21 — Family Campfires

Eden Mill Nature Center. 6:30pm. Join us as we hear a presentation from our guest speakers and then enjoy making smores around our campfire. This program is fun for all ages! Donations are accepted to cover the cost of the smores! Pre-Registration required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

21-25 — Summer Flute Camp

Maryland Conservatory of Music, 500 Warren St., HdG. 10am-Noon. Open to experienced flute students entering grades 5-9. Director Beth Baker has taught flute in Harford County for 14 years. She received her BA in Music from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and is working towards her MM in Music Performance at the University of Delaware. Summer camp includes warm-up techniques, sight-reading, theory, and ear training. Student recital at the end of the week will be accompanied by light refreshment for family and friends. 410.399.9900 • info@musicismagic.com

22 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

23 — Friday Concerts in the Park

Tydings Park, HdG. 7:30pm. Bottle of Blues. A variety of blues music. Rain location: HdG Activity Center, 351 Lewis Lane. Sponsored by the Havre de Grace Arts Commission.

23 — Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. You worked hard all week. Let us provide some pampering during our 2 hour dinner cruise. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

23 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

23 — Summer Outdoor Movie Series – How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Performance by the Silver Eagle Cloggers begins at 7. Movie starts at sundown. Presented by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance; pre-movie entertainment presented by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. Grab your blanket and join us for movies under the stars! 410.638.1023.

23 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Sticky Mosaics craft. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

24 — Pet Adoption Day

Hickory Pet Supply, Forest Hill. 10am-1pm. Adopt a shelter pet from Animal Rescue, Inc., Luna’s House, and Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue. Certified dog trainers will be on hand testing dogs for their Canine Good Citizen certification. Vouchers for free pet food for anyone who adopts a pet. Melissa 410.838.7797 x4.

24-26 — MARI*FEST 2010. Maritime Heritage Waterfront Festival

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. 10am-5pm. Sail, paddle, cruise along our historic waterfront. Enjoy Bay food and beverages, music, dance, living history, crafters, boat rides, sailing race and cardboard boat race. Fees vary. 410.939.4800 • museum@comcast.net • www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

25 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. 1 & 2pm. Guided tours of the first floor of the historic home of Shakespearean actors Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Reservations required. $3 donation suggested. 443.619.0008 • http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

25 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring US Navy Concert Band. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

25 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

26-30 — Nature Detectives Camp: Wonders of Water!

Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton. 9am-1pm. Join us as we investigate the wonders of water at Ladew. We'll search the many ponds and streams of the gardens and Nature Walk for amphibians, reptiles, insects and other organisms that depend so much on water. Ages 6-8. Members $175, non-members $200. 410.557.9870 X 226 • spedrick@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

26 — Picaroons of Havre De Grace

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 10Am-Noon. Join the crew of the Martha Lewis for adventure, fun and plunder as we learn about pirates of the Chesapeake Bay called "picaroons" from the Spanish picaroon, a rogue. Ages 8-12. Reservations req'd. $15. 410.939.4078.

26-30 — Fly Up, Up and Away Camp

Eden Mill Nature center. 9:30am-3pm. Discover critters that fly, why they fly, how do they fly and why can't we fly? We will discover a variety of critters that use flight as a means to get from place to place through games, crafts and observation. We will end each day with swimming in the creek and end our week with a canoe ride on Deer Creek! For ages 6 to 8. Pre-registration required. Members 4150; non-members $165. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

26 — Summer Concert by the Bay

28 — Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring The Irishman's Chorale. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

28 — Storytime in the Gardens: Animal Homes

Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton. 10:30-11:15am or 12:30-1:15pm. Animals are some of the most talented artists and engineers in building their homes. Let's learn about some of the nests, dens, and lodges that animals design so well. Ages 2-4 years with adult; one accompanying adult per child is free; includes admission to gardens and Nature Walk for the day. Space is limited. Registration req'd. Advance registration is required. Members $5/child; non-members $10/child. 410.557.9870 X 226 • spedrick@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

30 — Friday Concerts in the Park

Tydings Park, HdG. 7:30pm. Big Cam & The Lifters. Rock 'n roll songs will get your feet moving. Rain location: HdG Activity Center, 351 Lewis Lane.

30 — Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. It just doesn't get better than a lazy river cruise, a yummy dinner, and a drink in your hand. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

30 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

30 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Science Fun activities. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

30 — Decades Dance Party

American Legion, 501 st. John St., HdG. 8Pm-Midnight. Come hear Music Medic DJs play the best of the 80s, 90s and today's hits. Free beer and snacks with tickets. 1st Source Entertainment. 1.888.926.8135 • www.1stSourceEntertainment.com

August

1—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Bel Air Jazz Ensemble. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

1—Summer Concert Series – Jerusalem Mill – Great Train Robbery

2-6 — Green Harford Camp

HCC, Susquehanna Center, Room 011. 9am-4pm. Week long camp for ages 11-13 teaches earth-friendly practices and makes use of recycled materials to create wind chimes, art aprons, living sock puppets, & more! Kids will also spend time in HCC's sustainable garden. Children should attend wearing sunscreen, tennis shoes (no flip flops please), and dirt-friendly clothing. Tuition $149; course fee $30. 443.412.2376

3 — Creatures of the Bay

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 10Am-Noon. Children ages 6-14 see first hand some of the animals living in the bay, find and identify the tiniest creature. Terrapins, oysters, crabs, oh my! Reservations req'd. $15. 410.939.4078

4 — Open House

Swan Harbor Farm. 4-7pm. Swan Harbor Farm is the perfect site to host a wedding, reception, corporate meeting, retreat or special event. Please visit us and discuss your personal needs. Call for reservations. FREE. 410.939.6767 • kategges@harfordcountymd.gov • www.swanharborfarm.org

4 — Family Campfires

4—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Chuck Baker Orchestra. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

5 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

Slavie Bank, 1614 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 7:15pm. Join Bel Air Toastmasters to practice and hone communication and leadership. skills. president@belair.freetoasthost.com • www.belairtm.freetoasthost.com

6 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Tissue Paper arts and crafts. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

6 — First Friday in Bel Air

Office Street by the Courthouse, Bel Air. 5-8pm. Featuring music by Route 66. Great food available along with our Beer/Wine Garden with tickets at $3.00 each. A limited number of VIP PASSES will be pre-sold for each event. FREE. 410.638.1023 • swalker@downtownbelair.com • www.downtownbelair.com

6—Summer Outdoor Movie Series – Journey to the Center of the Earth (3-D)

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Concert by Upper Chesapeake Chorus begins at 7. Movie starts at sundown. Presented by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance; pre-movie entertainment presented by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. Grab your blanket and join us for movies under the stars! 410.638.1023.

6 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

6—Friday Dinner Cruise

7—Tiny Wonders: Hot Wind, Cool Clouds

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10-11:30am. Let us answer their questions on topics of high interest for 2-5 year olds. A former teacher works to cultivate a child's natural curiosity through stories, music, crafts, movement and dramatic play. Pre-registration req'd. Members $8, siblings $6; non-members $10. is required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

8—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Bay City Seven. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

8 — Rally for Raace – Charity Ride and Family Fun Day

Jones Junction, Bel Air. Registration 9am; 11am stands up!. Fifth Annual Rally for Raace. All motorcycles welcome! Fight the epidemic of child sexual abuse through public awareness. Music & Entertainment, Raffles, Food & Drinks, Bike Blessing & more. $30 per bike. www.raace.org

8 — Family Fun Day

Chesapeake Harley-Davidson, Darling. 10am-10pm. Conclusion of Rally for Raace. Gaming with the gigantic “Time to Talk” Wheel, 50/50 People’s Choice Bike Show, Music, Raffles, Food, Drinks, Moon Bounce, Games, Kid & Biker Friendly activities, Vendors offering a wide variety of products and more. Special entertainment announcements coming soon! www.raace.org

9-11—Bay Adventure

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. Leaves Aug. 9, 9am, returns Aug 11. Children ages 11-15 come together learning valuable sailing, communications, teambuilding, along with environmental education as they travel the bay. Reservations req'd. $100. 410.939.4078.

9-13—Green Harford Camp

9-13 — Native American Adventure Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 9:30am-3pm. Listen to folk tales and learn the games, crafts, and lifestyle of Native Americans from the area. We will end each day with swimming in the creek and end our week with a canoe ride on Deer Creek! Ages 9-11. Pre-registration required. Members $150; non-members $165. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

10 — Luncheon Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 10:30am doors open. $10 for lunch and bingo. 410.457.5461

10—Storytime in the Gardens: Fairy Tales

Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton. 10:30-11:15am or 12:30-1:15pm. From the tooth fairy and fairy godmothers to fairies of the forest and gardens, fairies are everywhere looking after us and things in nature. Come join us as we read about these mystical creatures. Ages 2-4 years with adult; one accompanying adult per child is free; includes admission to gardens and Nature Walk for the day. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. Member $5/child; non-member $10/child. 410.557.9870 X 226 • spedrick@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

11—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring Jazz Ambassadors of the US Army Field Band. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784

12—Classic Car Show

Bel Forest Baptist Church, 603 Vale Rd., Bel Air. 9am-3pm.

12—Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Center. 11am. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Families are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the program. We request only donations toward the craft for this program. Pre-registration req'd. Donations only. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

12—Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

13—Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy a two hour mini-vacation. 2 hour cruise, dinner buffet, bar. Absolutely NO stress. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

13-14 — Maryland BBQ Bash

Mary Risteau Building parking lot, Bond and Thomas Streets, Bel Air. Fri. 4-10pm; Sat. Noon-10pm. Rain or Shine. Ninth annual free event featuring the MD State BBQ Championship, live music, beer garden, food vendors, tailgate challenge, crafters, kids’ area and more! Sponsored by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance. 410.638.1023

13 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

13 — Fun Friday at Tiddlywinks

Tiddlywinks Toys 17 N. Main St., Bel Air. 10:30am. Join us for Shrinky Dinks craft. $15. Pre-registration required. 443.371.6420 • www.tiddlywinkstoys.com

14—Family Movie Night – A Bug's Life – Sponsored by Armstrong

Eden Mill Nature Center. 7:30pm.Enjoy an evening in the park watching a movie under the stars. NO FEE, thanks to the gracious sponsorship of Armstrong Cable! All are welcome! Pre-registration rquired. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

14-15 — 30th Annual Havre de Grace Seafood Festival

Various locations throughout Havre de Grace. Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun, 10am-6pm. Over 20 vendors serving more than 125 different foods with an abundance of seafood delicacies, 100 arts and craft vendors featuring artisan self-made products, charity raffle, free live entertainment, silent auction, local storefronts to browse. 410.939.1525 • seafoodfes@aol.com • www.hdgseafoodfestival.org

14 — Comedy for the Critters!

Magooby's Joke House, 9306 Harford Rd. 8:30-10:30pm. Join Luna's House for an evening of laughs, drinks and good times. Many chances to win raffle prizes. Support the animals at Luna's House. $17. 410.274.4837 • www.lunashouse.org

15 — 4-H Outdoor Sportsman's Raffle

Deer Creek Overlook, 6 Cherry Hill rd., Street. Noon-6pm. Proceeds from the raffle support ongoing facility improvements for the Harford County 4-H Camp. Every ticket has the potential to win every one of over 60 prizes! Food and beer will be available for purchase. Tickets $20; 3 for $50. www.4houtdoorsportsmansraffle.com

15 – Sept. 26 — Carol Huber, Alexandra Bradley and Jeffrey Boys Exhibition

The Gallery at Liriodendron, 502 W. Gordon St., Bel Air. Sundays 1-4pm. Paintings. 410.838.3942 • www.liriodendron.com

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

Save Now! Liberty Pure Solutions is offering free home surveys to see if you qualify for solar hot water systems. 410.365.3150

15—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring US Naval Academy Band. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

15 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

16-20 — Native American Adventure Camp

17 — Honeybee Hive Maintenance

18 — Family Campfires

18—Summer Concert Series

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 7pm. Evening concert featuring US Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus. Bring a chair and picnic supper. Sponsored by Town of Bel Air with a grant from Harford County Cultural Arts Board and MD State Arts Council. Rain location: Bel Air High School. 410.803.9784.

19—Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

19 — Purse Group Meeting

19 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

20—Summer Outdoor Movie Series – Planet 51

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Demonstration by Tae Kwon Do Masters begins at 7. Movie starts at sundown. Presented by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance; pre-movie entertainment presented by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission. Grab your blanket and join us for movies under the stars! 410.638.1023.

20—Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Romantic sunsets, yummy food and drink, 2 hours of relaxing cruising. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

20 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

21-22 — Fiore Wine, Jazz and Art Festival

Fiore Winery, 3026 Whiteford Rd., Pylesville. Noon-6pm. You won't want to miss our biggest party of the year. Listen to jazz while checking out some local artists and craft vendors. Enjoy an array of foods available for purchase. Experience winery and vineyard tours with winemaker, Mike Fiore. Participate in the always entertaining "Childrens Stomping of the Grapes!!" And enjoy Fiore's internationally recognized wines. $15. contact@fiorewinery.com • www.fiorewinery.com

23 — Colors of Nature Camp

Eden Mill Nature Center. 10am-1pm. Ages 4-5. Pre-registration is required and space is limited so register early! Members $25; non-members $28. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

25 — Snakes Galore

25—Storytime in the Gardens: Hide and Seek

Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton. 10:30-11:15am or 12:30-1:15pm. Animals have sneaky ways of staying safe. Come learn how some animals hide and some use camouflage. Ages 2-4 years with adult; one accompanying adult per child is free; includes admission to gardens and Nature Walk for the day. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. Member $5/child; non-member $10/child. 410.557.9870 X 226 • spedrick@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

26—Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Centeer. 11 am. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Families are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the program. Pre-registration required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

26—Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

27 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

27—Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy the best that Havre de Grace can offer. Our dinner cruise will be your best memory of the summer. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

28 —PeachFest

Cardiff/Whiteford, MD and Delta, PA. 10am-6pm. It's all about peaches, celebrating the last sweet days of summer, and old-fashioned community spirit at the first annual PeachFest sponsored by the Delta, Cardiff, Whiteford Business Organization (DCW) - a non-profit organization working to promote businesses and the communities of Delta, Cardiff & Whiteford, MD. There will be lots of children's entertainment, a peach pie contest, food, crafters and artisans - something for everyone! Proceeds will benefit Mason Dixon Community Services and the Delta-Cardiff and Whiteford Volunteer Fire Companies.

28 — Peach Fest - Outdoor Festival

Main Street, Cardiff/Whiteford/Delta. 10am-6pm. It’s all about peaches! Celebrate the last sweet days of summer, and old-fashioned community spirit with children’s entertainment, peach pie contest, food, crafters, music and artisans. Proceeds will benefit Mason Dixon Community Services and the Delta-Cardiff and Whiteford Volunteer Fire Companies. Carol Frontera 443.528.7730 • carolf@wcscpa.com. Carolyn Jaffe 410.822.5732 • clj@goeaston.net

29 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. 1 & 2pm. Guided tours of the first floor of the historic home of Shakespearean actors Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Reservations required. $3 donation suggested. 443.619.0008 • http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

September

1 8— Wooden Canoe Rendezvous and Picnic

Concord Point Lighthouse, HdG. 10am-5pm. Show off your wooden canoe and enjoy a paddle-by. Demonstrations and antique canoes. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the day with friends. FREE. HdG Maritime Museum. 410.939.4800. museum@comcast.net www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org2 — Day on the Bay

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 9:30am-3:30pm. Enjoy the day sailing the Bay to Charlestown, birdwatching, sightseeing, then Lunch at the Wellwood Club. Reservations req'd: $55. 410.939.4078

2 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

2 — ;Bel Air Toastmasters Club

3 — First Friday Dinner Cruise

3 — First Friday in Bel Air

Office Street by the Courthouse, Bel Air. 5-8pm. Featuring music by Indecision. Great food available along with our Beer/Wine Garden with tickets at $3.00 each. A limited number of VIP PASSES will be pre-sold for each event. FREE. 410.638.1023 • swalker@downtownbelair.com • www.downtownbelair.com

3 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

3 — Balloon Glow Gala

Harford County Equestrian Center, 608 Tollgate Rd., Bel Air. 7-11pm. Fundraiser to support SARC, providing services to individuals seeking a life free from abuse and fear. Reception, meet and greet with balloon pilots, live auction, music and dancing. $100. 410.836.8431

4 — Balloon Festival – Rising Above It

Harford County Equestrian Center, 608 Tollgate Rd., Bel Air. Noon-6:30pm. Family Fun Day with vendors and Kids' Zone Activities, Noon-3pm; balloon and other displays, including tethered rides, 3-5:30pm; balloon race 6pm. Sponsored by SARC, to end domestic violence, sexual violence and stalking; to aid victims of domestic abuse and create a society free from abuse and fear. $5. 410.836.8431.

5 — Summer Concert Series – Jerusalem Mill – Teachers For Sale

9 — Maryland Wine Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy an evening sail while enjoying Wine from a local vineyard, cheese & fruit tray. Reservations req'd: $40. 410.939.4078

9 — Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Centeer. 11 am. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Families are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the program. Pre-registration required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

9 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

10 — Friday Dinner Cruise

10-19 — Phoenix Festival Theater presents Sweeney Todd

Harford Community College. 3pm and 8pm.Tony Award-winning musical thriller with music and lyrics by Steven Sondheim. $9 - $18. 443.412.2211 • culturalevents@harford.edu • www.harford.edu/cultural

10 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

10-19 — Phoenix Festival Theater presents Sweeney Todd

HCC. 3pm & 8pm.Tony Award-winning musical thriller with music and lyrics by Steven Sondheim. $9-$18. 443.412.2211 • culturalevents@harford.edu • www.harford.edu/cultural

10 — Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 11am-2pm. View Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island Lighthouses. Reservations Req’d. $35 includes box lunch. 410.939.4078

10 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations Req'd. $40. 410.939.4078

11 — Duck Fair

Havre de Grace Decoy Museum. 9am-4pm. Carvers and wildlife artists displaying and selling their works. Hunting suppliers and outfitters. Live and silent auction, retriever demonstrations and children\'s activities. FREE. Rain date September 12. 410.939.3739 • decoymuseum@yahoo.com • www.decoymuseum.com

11 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations Req'd. $40. 410.939.4078

12 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air. 1 & 2pm. Guided tours of the first floor of the historic home of Shakespearean actors Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Reservations required. $3 donation suggested. 443.619.0008 • http://spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

12 — Children’s Day at Ladew

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. Noon-5pm. Bring the entire family for a day of interactive fun and live performances. Music, face painting and other goodies for children of all ages. Adult $10; Senior & Student $8; Children $2; Members FREE. 410.557.9570 • mhall@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

12 — Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 11am-2pm. View Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island Lighthouses. Reservations Req’d. $35 includes box lunch. 410.939.4078

12 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

12 — Bridal Expo

Swan Harbor Farm, HdG. Noon-4pm. The MD Wedding Professionals Association will host this event featuring over 50 vendors to help you with your special day. $10 online, $15 at the door. 866.567.3844 • info@marylandwpa.com • www.marylandwpa.com

14 — Luncheon Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 10:30am doors open. $10 for lunch and bingo. 410.457.5461

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

Save Now! Liberty Pure Solutions is offering free home surveys to see if you qualify for solar hot water systems. 410.365.3150

15-19 — Havre de Grace Plein Air Competition

Havre de Grace. Begins 7am 9/15 through 10am 9/18. Artists are invited to apply to paint in the competition, taking place throughout Havre de Grace. Juror J. Baldini, Ex Dir of International Plein Air Painters Assoc Worldwide and Awards Judge Kenn Backhaus. Preview Exhibit & Awards Gala Saturday, Sept 18th-7 pm at ArtUnion, 214 N. Union Ave, Exhibit runs until October 22.

16-18 — Hope in Handbags

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main St., Bel Air. Faith Community & Civic Agencies United, Harford Family House, and Harford Habitat for Humanity partner to raise funds and awareness through a Silent Purse Auction to help homeless families move into the transitional housing program at Harford Family House. The ultimate goal is to prepare families to build and purchase their own homes through Harford Habitat for Humanity. Donate your new, gently-used, vintage, celebrity and designer purses to be stuffed and used as auction items or sold at the event. Joyce Duffy. 410.273.6700

16 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

16 — Purse Group Meeting

16 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

17 — Friday Dinner Cruise

17 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

19 — Bel Air Festival for the Arts

Shamrock Park, Bel Air. 10am-5pm. Rain or Shine. 350 artists, photographers and craftsmen exhibit their work. Food. Continuous live entertainment. Free shuttlebus from MVA on Route 24. FREE. Sponsored by Bel Air Parks and Recreation. 443.616.6708 • www.belairfestival.com

21 — Honeybee Hive Maintenance

23 — Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Centeer. 11 am. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Families are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the program. Pre-registration required. 410.836.3050 • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com • www.edenmill.org

23 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

24 — Friday Dinner Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 6:30-8:30pm. Escape the rat race, enjoy a rejuenating 2 hour dinner cruise aboard the Lantern Queen. $45, children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

24 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

25-26 — Fall Harvest Festival and Crafts

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, HdG. 11am-5pm. Scarecrow making; pumpkin painting; hay rides; straw rides; apple bobbing & pressing; crafts; music; clogging; square dancing; clowns, food & tours. Adult $5; 12 and under FREE. 410.939.2299; 888.419.1762 • steppingstonemuseum@msn.com • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

25-26 — 5th Annual Harford County Wine Festival

Rockfield Park. Sat. Noon-7pm; Sun. Noon-5pm. Rain or shine. Wine tasting, food vendors, arts and crafts, live music. $25 in advance; $25 at the gate. 410.638.4565.

25 — Youth Volunteer Expo

John Carroll School, 703 E.Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 9am-1pm, First Annual Expo for individuals, 4-H Clubs, Rec. Councils, youth groups, scout troops. Hear from numerous organizations and agencies about volunteer opportunities for youth. 410.638.3389 or 410.638.4444 • www.volunteerharford.org

26 — Havre de Grace Art Crawl

Noon-5pm.Experience live art being created in our downtown district. Sponsored by The Art Room and Havre de Grace Main Street, Inc.

26 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

27 — 9th Annual Golf Classic

Maryland Golf & Country Club. 11am-8pm. Golf Classic sponsored by the Greater Bel Air Community Foundation, raising funds for capital improvements projects to standing structures and renovations to playgrounds in the Bel Air community. 410.698.3570. www.gbacf.org

30 — Sailboats & Dinner Cruise

October

1 — First Friday Dinner Cruise

1 — Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 11am-2pm. View Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island Lighthouses. Reservations Req’d. $35 includes box lunch. 410.939.4078

1 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 5-7pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations Req'd. $40. 410.939.4078

1 — First Friday in Bel Air

Office Street by the Courthouse, Bel Air. 5-8pm. Featuring music by Cryin’ Out Loud. Great food available along with our Beer/Wine Garden with tickets at $3.00 each. A limited number of VIP PASSES will be pre-sold for each event. FREE. 410.638.1023 • swalker@downtownbelair.com • www.downtownbelair.com

1 — First Friday

Havre de Grace. Enjoy the fine fall day, with music and entertainment. Sponsored by the Havre de Grace Main St. www.mainstreethdg.org

1 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

1-3 — Pottery at the Barn

Rockfield Manor. Friday 5-8pm. Annual sale of local pottery. 410.638.4565

2 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 5-7pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations Req'd. $40. 410.939.4078

2- 31 — Applewood Farm Pumpkin Picking Season

4435 Prospect Rd., Whiteford. Saturdays and Sundays10am-4pm. Pumpkin Picking, Corn Maze, Hay Rides, Petting Zoo, Kiddy Maze, Lawn Games, Play Ground, 3/4 mile Train Ride (extra fee). $$; children under 3 FREE. 443.417.6329 • applewoodfarm@earthlink.net • www.applewoodfarm.org

2 — Darlington Apple Festival

Shuresville Rd at Main St., Darlington. 10am-5pm. Rain or shine. Enjoy an old-fashioned day in the country with apples, entertainment, country markets, art, crafts, and refreshments. FREE. 410.457.4189 • inquiries@darlingtonapplefest.org • www.darlingtonapplefest.org

2 — Dancing for the Arts

The Residents’ Club at Bulle Rock, HdG. 6:30-11pm. Annual Fund raiser to sustain the Center for the Arts. Harford “Star” Celebrity Dancers include Paige Boyle, Jim Butcher, Monica Worrell, Betty Pearce, Diane Sengstacke, Chris Streett, Bill Vanden Eynden, Craig Ward, Dr. Mary Teddy Wray. Rebecca Jessop 410.838.2177

3 — 2010 Komen Maryland Race for the Cure

Hunt Valley. 410.433.RACE (7223)

3 – December 5 — Vaughan Flannery Exhibition

The Gallery at Liriodendron, 502 W. Gordon St., Bel Air. Sundays 1-4pm. A retrospective of the late, nationally-known Harford County painter.. 410.838.3942 • www.liriodendron.com

6 — Day on the Bay

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 9:30am-3:30pm. Enjoy the day sailing the Bay to Charlestown, birdwatching, sightseeing, then Lunch at the Wellwood Club. Reservations req'd: $55. 410.939.4078

7 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

Slavie Bank, 1614 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 7:15pm. Join Bel Air Toastmasters to practice and hone communication and leadership skills. skills. president@belair.freetoasthost.com • www.belairtm.freetoasthost.com

8 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

9 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 5-7pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations Req'd. $40. 410.939.4078

9 — Graw Days Festival

Havre de Grace. 10am-5pm. Day-long family celebration of historic times in Havre de Grace when the Graw Race Track was king! FREE. 410.939.1811

10 — Swanfest

Swan Harbor Farm. 11am-4pm. Annual family festival with tons of activities: entertainment, canoe rides, hayrides, art barn, arts & crafts, food, children's activites, petting zoo, pumpkins & more. $5 per car. 410.939.6767 • kategges@harfordcountymd.gov • www.swanharborfarm.org

10 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

10-11 — Annual Colonial Craftsmen Weekend

Gunpowder Falls State Park, 2813 Jerusalem Rd., Kingsville. Sat.,10am-5pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. Living history interpreters and re-enactors re-create the 1750-1790 era in the beautiful environment of Jerusalem Village and its historic Mill. Learn about life in the 18th century and have the opportunity to purchase hand-made crafts and useful items for everyday life. Adults $7; Under 16, Seniors (60+), active duty military $5; under 5 FREE; Family (2 adults + 3 or more children) $25. 410.877.3560 • www.JerusalemMill.org

11 — Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 11am-2pm. View Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island Lighthouses from the deck of the Martha Lewis Skipjack. Box lunch included. Reservations req'd $35. 410.939.4078

12 — Luncheon Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 10:30am doors open. $10 for lunch and bingo. 410.457.5461

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

Save Now! Liberty Pure Solutions is offering free home surveys to see if you qualify for solar hot water systems. 410.365.3150

15 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

16 — Margaritaville Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30pm. Set sail from the City Dock and enjoy island tunes, light munchies & Margaritas. Reservations req'd. $40. 410.939.4078.

17 — Lighthouse Cruise

19 — Honeybee Hive Maintenance

21 — Conflict Resolution Day

Bel Air. Conflict Resolution Day is celebrated nationally each year. The Harford County Community Mediation Commission celebrates and offers ideas and creative ways the public, schools, agencies and organizations can take part. Sponsored by Department of Community Services. 410.638.4807

21-24 — Harford Dance Theater presents Harriet’s Happiest Halloween

HCC. 5pm & 7:30pm. Harriet's back and off on another fun-filled Halloween adventure! Slip on your favorite Halloween costume and join her . . . if you dare! $7-$9. 443.412.2211 • culturalevents@harford.edu • www.harford.edu/cultural

21 — Day on the Bay

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 9:30am-3:30pm. Enjoy the day sailing the Bay to Charlestown, birdwatching, sightseeing, then lunch at the Wellwood Club. Reservations req'd $55. 410.939.4078

22 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

23 — Fall Foliage & Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 11am-2pm and 3-6 pm. Passengers will view the shoreline in beautiful fall colors, water views of lighthouses, box lunch included. Reservations req'd. $35. 410.939.4078

24 — Fall Foliage & Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 11am-2pm and 3-6 pm. Passengers will view the shoreline in beautiful fall colors, water views of lighthouses, box lunch included. Reservations req'd. $35. 410.939.4078

28 — Fall Foliage & Lighthouse Cruise

Skipjack Martha Lewis, HdG. 11am-2pm and 3-6 pm. Passengers will view the shoreline in beautiful fall colors, water views of lighthouses, box lunch included. Reservations req'd. $35. 410.939.4078

29-Nov 28 — Christmas in the Woods

Rockfield Manor. Mon-Thurs & Saturday 10am-5pm; Friday 10am-8pm; Sunday Noon-5pm. Annual craft fair. FREE. 410.638.4565

29 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

30 — Ghost Story Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 7-9pm. Looking for spooky? Ghose stories – some true, some not, during a night-time cruise... BOO! Of course, we'll have a wonderful autumn dinner as well. $50, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

31 — Guided Tour of Tudor Hall

November

2, 9, 12, 16, 19 and 23 — Discovery Dredges

Skipjack Martha Lewis. 9am-3pm. Experience life on a working skipjack while oystering the way it has been done for decades! Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work with the crew of the Skipjack Martha Lewis while culling the succulent bivalves for which the Chesapeake Bay is famous. Reservations required. 410.939.4078

4 — Jewelry Extravaganza

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main St., Bel Air. Noon-8pm. Let your gems help Harford County's gems! Fundraiser featuring antique, vintage, silver, gold and one-of-a-kind creations from a variety of vendors, with all levels of pricing and all styles of jewelry. Sponsored by Inner County Outreach and the Aegis Empty Stocking Fund. To donate your items, contact Misha 410.272.3278 X 102.

5 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

5-6 — Fine Arts Festival

Harford Day School. Preview Party Friday 6:30-10pm; Public Show Saturday 9am-5pm. The 9th Annual Fine Arts Festival will feature 50 artists displaying a variety of high-quality work from jewelry to paintings, from ceramics to wearable art. Sponsored by Harford Day School Office of Advancement. Call for Preview Party ticket information; Public Show $5. 410.838.4848

6-7 — Pirates by the Bay

Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House, HdG. Sat, 11am-5pm; Sun 10am-3pm. Visit pirate camps, watch the attacks, learn the real history of piracy and its connections to Havre de Grace. 410.939.5780

6 — 24th Anniversary Dinner

HdG Decoy Museum. This event incorporates a wonderful meal, a lively auction, raffles and fun. Come and enjoy the museum’s triumphs and hear what the future has to hold. The numbers 2 thru 25 numbered Museum Decoys will be sold by lottery drawing for the lowest numbers and will sell for $250 each. The number one decoy in this series will be auctioned off. Only 25 museum decoys will be available for purchase at the Anniversary Dinner. These decoys are made by carvers who learned their trade from R. Madison Mitchell. Reservations required. 410.939.3739

9 — Luncheon Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 10:30am doors open. $10 for lunch and bingo. 410.457.5461

11 — Family Comedy Magic Show

Bel Air Reckord Armory. 3pm (doors open 2:30pm). Magic and Illusions by Rick Walker. Come for an inexpensive afternoon of Amazing Magic and Fun for the entire family. Sponsored by the Greater Bel Air Community Foundation to provide improvements to standing structures and renovations to playgrounds. All proceeds will benefit the community. 410.879.9292 • www.gbacf/prg

12 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

12 – Dec.31 — Between Fences – Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit

HdG Maritime Museum, Hdg. Traveling exhibit from the Smithson, sponsored by the Maryland Humanities Counsil, explores how fences are intertwined with politics, industry, and daily life. Fees. 410.939.4800 • museum@comcast.net • www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

13 — Nature Walk on the North Park Trail

Begins Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House, HdG. 10am. Enjoy a free guided natural and historical walk. Approx.1hr. Free. 410.939.5780

13 — Founder’s Day

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette St., Hdg. 11am-8pm. Explore the past lifeways of the first peoples of the Chesapeake through demonstrations and hands-on activities. Celebrate the Museum’s founding. Discounts offered in the museum store. 410.939.4800

14 — Native American Exhibit

Hays House, 324 Kenmore Ave., Bel Air. 1-4pm. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a display of Native American clothing, culture, and beadwork by the Archaeology Society of the Northern Chesapeake. Adults $5; Students & Seniors $3. 410.838.7691

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

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17 – Dec.19 — Applewood Farm Christmas Season

Applewood Farm, 4435 Prospect Rd., Whiteford. Saturday & Sunday, 10am-4pm. Christmas Trees, Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, Train Ride (extra fee),Play Ground, Lawn Games, 1773 decorated Log Barn, Quality Family Fun. FREE. 443.417.6329 • applewoodfarm@earthlink.net • www.applewoodfarm.org

20 — 4th annual Thanksgiving Open House

Steppingstone Museum. 1-4pm. Join the staffs of the Maritime and Steppingstone Museums for open hearth cooking demonstrations showcasing colonial and old-fashioned recipes. Plenty of food samples, recipes and children’s activities. $3.50; under 5 FREE. 410.939.4800

20 — Heather L. Hurd 5K Walk/Run

HCC. 7:30am-1pm. Harford Community College is honored to be hosting the second annual Heather L Hurd 5K Walk/Run in memory of Heather L. Hurd, who was killed in a traffic collision in 2008 by a distracted driver. HCC and the Hurd family would like to remember the thousands of victims who are tragically killed on our nations roads each year and acknowledge the work of our fire, police and ambulance personnel. Proceeds benefit the Harford Community College Remembrance Book Scholarship Fund for HCC students and help draw awareness of traffic collisions, their consequences and costs, and the measures which must be take to prevent them.

20 — Charlie Zahm & His Band Holiday Concert

St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 12022 Jerusalem Rd., Kingsville. Two sets of traditional Celtic and American music with fiddler tad marks and percussionist Cheryl Prashker. For tickets 410-877-3560 • www.JerusalemMill.org

21 — Bel Air Toastmasters Club

21 — Purse Group Meeting

26 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

27 – December 19 — Applewood Farm Christmas Season

Applewood Farm, 4435 Prospect Rd, Whiteford. Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm. Christmas Trees, Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, Train Ride (extra fee),Play Ground, Lawn Games, 1773 decorated Log Barn, Quality Family Fun. Admission FREE. 443.417.6329 • applewoodfarm@earthlink.net • www.applewoodfarm.org

27 — Thanksgiving Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 2-4pm. Count your blessings on this cruise: (1) beautiful scenery, (2) relaxing 2 hour cruise, (3) delicious traditional dinner, (4) no clean up! $50, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

28 — Thanksgiving Cruise

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 2-4pm. What better way to end this uniquely American holiday than with a dinner cruise aboard the All-American Lantern Queen Riverboat. $50, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

December

2-5 — Harford Dance Theater presents The Nutcracker

HCC. 3pm and 8pm. Holiday traditional ballet, with magnificent scenery, gorgeous costumes, and exquisite dancing. The entire family will leave the theater humming Tchaikovsky's enchanting score - it's a trip you'll never forget! $8-$15. 443.412.2211 • culturalevents@harford.edu • www.harford.edu/cultural

3 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

4-5 — Christmas Open House

Steppinstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Rd., HdG. Noon-4pm. Tour the historic farmhouse decorated for the holidays; enjoy Christmas music; cookies & cider; museum store open for holiday shopping. Admission FREE. 410.939.2299; 888.419.1762 • steppingstonemuseum@msn.com • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

5 — Bel Air Christmas Celebration

Bel Air. Concert on Courtland Street 2:45pm; Parade begins 3:30pm, Main Street at Churchville Road, ending at Lee Way & Hickory Avenue with floats, marching bands, Santa and much more! Immediately following the parade, there will be seasonal music, bonfire, caroling, hot chocolate, cookies and Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus in Shamrock Park along with a tree lighting. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air. FREE. 410.838.0584

5 — Holiday Open House

Hays House, 324 Kenmore Ave., Bel Air. 1-4pm. The museum is richly arrayed in natural decorations for the holidays with music by the Catherine Street Consort. Donations appreciated. 410.838.7691

5 — AMC Holiday House Tour

Beginning at Liriodendron. 11am-5pm. Tour decorated homes and shop for gifts and fresh greens at the historic Liriodendron. $20. 410.836.2061

5 — Bel Air Community Chorus Holiday Concert

TBA. 7pm. Concert of holiday music. 410.877.7314 • 410.734.4330

8-10 — Winter Concert

Bel Air Middle School. 7pm. Performances by students of the band, chorus & orchestra. Sponsored by Bel Air Middle School Music Department. Free. 410.638.4140

10-12 — Christmas Open House and Greens Sale

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. 11am-4pm. The Manor House is decorated by volunteers and garden clubs in honor of the holiday season. Holiday arrangements, greens and gifts for sale. Adult $10; Senior/Student $8; Child $2; Members free. 410.557.9570 • mhall@ladewgardens.com • www.ladewgardens.com

10 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

11-12 — Christmas Boutique

Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House. Sat. 9am-close; Sun. Noon-8pm. Historic setting for hand-crafted traditional holiday shopping. One of a kind items, fresh greens. 410.939.5780

11 — Santa by the Bay

Lantern Queen Riverboat, Frank J. Hutchins Memorial Park, HdG. 10-11:30am. Ho! Ho! Ho! Join Santa for breakfast, singing, crafts and more. $45, Children 3-10 half price, under 3 free. 410.939.1468 • www.lanternqueen.com

12 — Christmas Tea

VanDiver Inn, HdG. 1pm. 3rd annual Christmas Tea held at the Vandiver Inn - Elegant Tea fit for Royalty (hats optional). Benefit for the Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy. Advance ticket purchase required. $35. 410.939.4078

12 — Maritime Christmas

Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. 10am-8pm. Come in from the cold and celebrate Christmas in maritime style! Enjoy seasonal food tastings, music, demonstrations, and book signings.15% discount on all items in our Museum Store! Donations appreciated. 410.939.4800

12 — 38th Annual Havre de Grace Candlelight Tour

4-8pm. Community event incorporating a tour of historic homes, businesses and museums decorated for the season. Tour tickets required, available at the Decoy Museum. 410.939.3739.

12 — 3rd Annual Christmas Tea

Vandiver Inn. 1pm. Elegant Tea to benefit the Skipjack Martha Lewis (Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy) Advance tickets req'd; $35. 410.939.4078

12 — Colonial Candlelight Christmas

Emmanuel Church, Bel Air. 4pm. Annual holiday concert by Musica Antiqua performing on period instruments. Tea in the British tradition follows the concert. $20 reservations required. 410.592.8693 • 410.838.7691

15 — Free Hot Water from the Sun

Save Now! Liberty Pure Solutions is offering free home surveys to see if you qualify for solar hot water systems. 410.365.3150

17 — Bingo

Darlington-Dublin VFW, 3440 Conowingo Rd., Street. 6pm doors open, game starts 7pm. $14/packet, every game pays $20; jackpot pays $500. Food available. 410.457.5461

19 — Harford Choral Society Holiday Concert

St, Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. The Harford Choral Society performs Handel’s Messiah with orchestra and soloists. Adults $20; Seniors $15; Students $10; 12 & under FREE. 410.836.2773