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.

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February

1 Nature's Playgroup - Session II

Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon, $30/child. Little ones and their parents play and learn in the natural world. Stories, songs, simple crafts and discovery outings will highlight each day's theme. This program is for ages 0 - 4 (w/parent). 410.612.1688 • www.otterpointcreek.org

2 Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

MaGerk's Pub & Grill, 120 S Bond Street, Bel Air, FREE. Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend! Diamond Give-A-Way. Bracelets, Earrings, Necklaces & more. Call today for promotion details. 410.638-7701 • www.magerks.com/belair

2 Nature Storytime

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville, FREE. All are welcome who enjoy children's literature. Join us for a children's story and craft related to a theme about nature. Pre-registration is required. 410.836.3050 • www.edenmill.org

2 It's Groundhog Day!

Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Ave. The children's librarians will be reading stories in honor of Punxsutawney Phil each hour on the half hour. All ages. Registration req'd. 410.638.3151

2 FREE Blood Pressure Screening at Harford Mall

At the UCH Kiosk, 8:30am-12:30pm.

3 2nd Annual Halfway to First Fridays in Bel Air

MaGerk's Pub & Grill, 6-10pm. Yup, that's right...February 3rd is HALFWAY between our LAST First Fridays in October 2011 and our NEXT First Fridays in May 2012. Here's what's in store...- FREE admission, LIVE music with The 19th Street Band, Guest Bartenders. Happy Hour Specials (6-9pm ONLY) with $2.25 domestics, $3.25 imports/rails, $4.50 wines/calls. PLUS, you can purchase a wristband for a $5.00 donation to the Bel Air Downtown Alliance to receive 50% off ALL non-seafood appetizers (6-10pm) and have YOUR Happy Hour extended to 10pm. You will also be entered in our raffle with GREAT prizes from our shops, boutiques, salons, and restaurants! ALL proceeds go directly to the Bel Air Downtown Alliance. THANK YOU to MaGerk's Pub & Grill for donating 10% of Happy Hour proceeds to the Bel Air Downtown Alliance! Bel Air...Be A Part Of It!

3 & 10 Snow White and the Seven Dwarves

HCC, Black Box Theater, Joppa Hall, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air. 7:30pm. Family theater event: cheer Snow White and her friends and boo the evil queen. $8-$15. 443.412.2211

3-5 Bel Air Gun Show

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main St. Fri, 5-9 pm; Sat, 9am-5pm; Sun, 9am-3pm. Displays, sales, trades, antique and modern firearms, decoys, knives, coins, and books. Sponsored by the Izaak Walton League, Harford County Chapter. Adults $5, Under 16 $2. 410.877.1785.

4 Harford Bird Club Field Trip

Meet at Jarrettsville Elementary School on Rte 23 in Jarrettsville at 8am. Enjoy a morning of birding with Harford Bird Club on the World Famous Bradenbaugh Flats in NW Harford County's agricultural area. Contact 410.692.5905 for further information.

4 Make It, Take It: Feed the Birds

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville, 10:30am-noon. Eden Mill Nature Center is featuring this hands on workshop for those who'd like to make a variety of fresh treats for backyard birds. Instruction about overwintering birds is included. The fee is $15/nonmember or $12/member. Call 410.638.3050 to pre register or email edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org. Check out our website for up-to date information.

4 Wine & Cheese Reception

Harford Artists Association Gallery, 503 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. Free. 410.457.8787

4 Saturday Nature Series

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville, $5/members; $8/non-members. Come join us in the Nature Center as we explore the world around us! For list of topics check website. Pre-registration is required. 410.836.3050 • www.edenmill.org

4 Saturday Critter Feeding

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville, FREE. Join us in the nature center as we feed our critters. Take a turn feeding one of the turtles or a snake! Space is limited to 10 participants so please pre-register early! 410.638.3050 • www.edenmill.org

4 & 11 Snow White and the Seven Dwarves

HCC, Black Box Theater, Joppa Hall, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air. 11am & 7:30pm. Family theater event: cheer Snow White and her friends and boo the evil queen. $8-$15. 443.412.2211

5 & 12 Snow White and the Seven Dwarves

HCC, Black Box Theater, Joppa Hall, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air. 3pm. Family theater event: cheer Snow White and her friends and boo the evil queen. $8-$15. 443.412.2211

6 Homeschool Maple Sugarin'

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville, 9:30-11:30am or 12:30-2:30pm. Eden Mill Nature Center will be offering this 3-week homeschool session on Mondays, Feb 6th, 13th, 27th for ages 6-12. Fee is $24/ members with $20 for siblings or $30/non-members. Pre-registration is required by calling 410.836.3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information. Check out our website for up-to date information.

6 Aberdeen Senior Center Current Events Club

11am. 410.273.5666. Discussions on current events.

6 Nature Tots

Anita Leight Estuary Center, 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon, $30 for series. Explore and discover the natural world around us during the winter season through sensory activities, songs, movement and a short hike. Ages: 2 & 3 with parent. 410.612.1688 • www.otterpointcreek.org

6 Nature Kids

Anita C. Leight Estuary Center, 700 Otter Point Road, Abingdon, $30/child. Explore and discover the natural world around us during the winter season through sensory activities, songs, movement and a short hike. This program is for ages 4 & 5 (w/parent). 410.612.1688 • www.otterpointcreek.org

8 Summer Planning

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, 4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen, 6-8:30pm. Dinner, beverages, and limited respite will be provided. RSVP to Anne Cerruto, Family Support Services, acerruto@arcncr.org or 410.836.7177, ext 383. Sponsored in partnership with The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, Harford County Public Schools Partners for Success, MD Coalition for Families, Harford County Infants and Toddlers, and Abilities Network.

8 The Arc Hosts After dArc Happy Hour

Liberatore's in Bel Air. 5-8pm. Music By: The Comes Brothers. Come enjoy a "meet and greet" with colleagues and friends, while enjoying music and a cash bar. Enjoy $2 off a special "dArc" Chocolate Signature Martini and half-price appetizers. 10% of all Arc patron's beverage and food receipts will be donated back to The Arc, so please be sure to have your receipt stamped to show that you are an Arc patron. Learn more about the After dArc Key Raffle sponsored by Smyth Jewelers to benefit people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information about Happy Hour or the After dArc event, contact 410.879.6785, extension 338. "Check in" at Liberatore's on Facebook and be eligible to win a prize package!

8 Nature's Playgroup - Session II

9 Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

10 Fancy Nancy & Other Storybooks

HCC, Amoss Center, Amoss Center, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air. 5:30pm & 7:30pm. Six delightful children's stories come to life in this musical revue. $7-$14. 443.412.2211

10 Teen Friday Afterhours

Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Ave. Watch anime, surf the web, discuss new books, give input on library services. Bring a snack to share. Grades 6-12. 410.638.3151

10, 11 Chocolate Lover's Tea

The Tea Trolley, 104 Main St., Delta PA. Fri, 6:30pm; Sat, 11am & 2:30pm. Elegant tea featuring chocolate delights. Reservations req'd. $24.95. 717.303.5182 443.807.9592

11 Marriage Works of Harford County Fifth Annual Conference

Saint Mary Magdalen Mission, Callahan Center, 1716 Churchville Road, Bel Air. 9am-3:30pm. Sponsored by Marriage Works of Harford County. Early bird rates are: $29 for individuals and $49 per couple; after January 20, 2012 and at the door rates will be $39 per individual and $59 per couple. Conference includes: Continental Breakfast, two keynote presentations: One Key Attitude for Marital Success and Making the Most of Personality Differences; Lunch; and four breakout sessions: The Spiritual of Marriage; Understanding Your Financial Personality; Love Thinks; and Smart Stepfamilies (Blended Families). To register please contact: Marie Dekowski 410.371.5825 or marie.dekowski@gmail.com

11 Valentine's Day Open House at The Unique Boutique

10am-4pm. Couples invited for Sweetheart deals! Hourly drawings.

11 Friends of the Library Book Sale

Bel Air Library, 100 E. Pennsylvania Ave. One day sale in the Library's lobby. Books, CDs, DVDs, etc. 410.879.7887

11 Saturday Nature Series

11 Saturday Critter Feeding

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville, FREE. Join us in the nature center as we feed our critters. Take a turn feeding one of the turtles or a snake! Space is limited

to 10 participants so please pre-register early! 410.638.3050 • www.edenmill.org

11-12 12th Annual Valentine's Dinner

Rockfield Manor, 501 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 5-11pm. Five course meal by Pairing's Bistro in a warm, intimate Victorian atmosphere. $75 per person. Reservations only. Sponsored by Rockfield Foundation, Inc. 410.569.5006 • info@pairingsbistro.com. See ad pg. 11.

12 This Little Heart of Mine – Valentine's Party

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd., Pylesville. 1-2pm. Valentine's Day stories, songs, games, crafts and snacks, for ages 3-8. Members $7; non-members $9. 410.836.3050 • www.edenmill.org • edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com

12 This Little Heart of Mine – Valentine Party

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville, 12pm. Families can enjoy stories, songs, crafts and snacks. Suggested for ages 3-8 years. Fees are $9/child nonmember and $7/child member. Call 410.638.3050 to pre-register or email edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org. Check out our website for up-to date information.

13 Homeschool Maple Sugarin'

13 Nature Tots

13 Nature Kids

14 Valentine's Day

14 Newcomers Club of Harford County

St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1200 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 7pm. Provides opportunities for new residents to make friends, get involved in interest groups & learn more about the community; www.newcomersofharfordcounty.com • harfordnewcomers@gmail.com

A Harford's Heart Sponsored Event!
14 A Day in My Shoes Gallery Exhibit

Subtle Rebellion Salon+Gallery, 3007A Emmorton Rd, Abingdon. Photography by Amy Martin-Friedman. Join the unveiling of the Day in My Shoes Baltimore and Harford County portraits and coffee table book. Stop by from 1-4pm for a casual stroll through the gallery. From 5-8pm roll out the red carpet and show your support for victims of domestic violence. Enjoy your evening with wine & appetizers, a silent auction, fabulous gifts available for purchase, live performances and more. Proceeds from this evening support SARC of Harford County. www.asubtlerebellion.com.

15 Nature's Playgroup - Session II

15 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Educational Session

Bel Air United Methodist Church, 7:30pm. Meetings provide support and information to the families and friends of persons with mental illness. Educational sessions are held the third Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 410.879.0111 or 410.893.4968.

15 Random Teen Madness

Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Ave., 5:30-7:30pm. Teens can watch anime, surf the web, discuss new books, play Wii and board games. Bring a snack to share. Grades 6-12. 410.638.3151

16 Girls Night Out

Downtown Bel Air. 5-8pm. Grab the gals and head to Downtown Bel Air. Our shops are open later and there are deals to be had. Local restaurants and pubs have great Happy Hour specials as well! Sponsored by the Bel Air Downtown Alliance. 443.823.1797

16 War of 1812 Lecture Series

City Hall, 711 Pennington Ave. HdG, 7pm. Researching Free People of Color in Harford County. Speaker: Reggie Bishop, Genealogist. FREE. Contact: Heidi Glatfelter. Phone: 410.252.7519 • Heidi.hdg1812@gmail.com • hdg1812.wordpress.com

16 Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

18 Bull & Oyster Roast presented by Friends of Pack 865, Inc.

Deer Creek Overlook 4-H Clubs and Conference Center, 8 Cherry Hill Rd, Street, 7-11pm. Catered by: Jerry D's, Pit Beef, Ham & Turkey, Oyster & Clams on the Half Shell, Oyster Stew, Pork BarBQue, Pork Loin & Sauerkraut, Sausage in Special Sauce, Baked Chicken, Baked Macaroni & Cheese, Cubed Cheese and Veggies, Dips, Homemade Potato Salad and Cole Slaw, Draft Beer, Wine, Soda & Coffee. Tickets are $40.00 per person. Call Karl if you would like tickets or a table, 410.446.0232

18 Saturday Nature Series

18 Saturday Critter Feeding

19 Maple Magic at Ladew

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. 2-4pm. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $5 children (ages 4 and up). It's maple sugaring time when maple tree sap begins to flow freely and we can make one of nature's sweetest treats - maple syrup. Come experience the process of maple sugaring as we head out to Ladew's Nature Walk to identify trees, observe tapped maple trees & collect some sap! Learn how to boil down the sap to make yummy, golden brown syrup. 410.557.9570 x 226. www.LadewGardens.com

19 Addicted to Art

Rockfield Manor, 501 Churchville Rd., Bel Air. 1-4pm. Unique "Art Lottery" where everyone 'wins' on original piece of art. Proceeds benefit Harford Artists Association and Rockfield Foundation, Inc. Music, refreshments and cash bar. $50 per person. 410.638.4565

19 Sunday Afternoon Concert Featuring Mano Duo

HCC, Joppa Hall, Recital Hall #1, 401 Thomas Run Rd., Bel Air. 3pm. Concert featuring Mana Duo with Daniel Espinoza, saxophone, and Kristian Finch, harp. $1-$10. .443.412.2211

20 Nature Kids

21 5th Annual Mardi Gras Parade and Festivities

HdG. Celebrate Fat Tuesday on Bourbon Street, HdG. Parade begins 6:30pm and proceeds onto Washington Street with floats, costumed characters, decorated vehicles, energetic marchers and a feast of beads. Post-procession parties will be held at various restaurants and bars around town where party goers can kick off the night with many specials, music, and more. www.hdgtourism.com • 410.939.2100

22 Guided Imagery at UCMC

Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, 6pm. Registration required by calling 800.515.0044.

22 Nature's Playgroup - Session II

23 Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend

23 Nature Storytime

23 Harford Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner 2012

Maryland Golf and Country Clubs, 1335 E. MacPhail Road, Bel Air. $50/person. Harford County Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner 2012 is open to Chamber members and guests. The evening's program will include live and silent auctions as well as a raffle to benefit the Harford County Chamber of Commerce's Education Foundation. Harford County Executive David Craig will also be presenting the "State of the County." Sponsorships information is available by contacting Vanessa Milio, ceo@harfordchamber.org • http://www.harfordchamber.org/Calendarofevents/calendarofevents.html

24 Casey's Bull Roast for Histio

Tall Cedars Hall, 2501 Putty Hill Avenue. 7pm-midnight. Casey Jenkins is going to be 11 years old and to celebrate his Birthday he is holding a fundraiser to raise awareness and money for the Histiocytosis Association. This organization raises awareness and money for research for Histiocytosis diseases like Caseys (he is currently in remission from Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and Juvenile Xanthogranuloma). Come and enjoy a great evening out and help Casey reach his goal of raising $11,000 at 11 years old! DJ, raffles, Silent Auction, pit beef, ham, turkey, Cream of Crab soup, Italian Sausage, Desserts and more! Beer, wine and soda included! Ticket prices - adult: $40; kids $25. To purchase tickets, Online ordering via credit card is available: https://www.histio.org/CaseysBullRoast, or checks made payable to the Histiocytosis Association may be mailed to: Theresa Jenkins, 461 Crisfield Dr. Abingdon, MD 21009.

24 Join Good Cause for a fun filled evening of Bingo!

Havre de Grace Community Center, Havre de Grace, 7-10pm. Doors open at 6pm; bingo starts at 7pm. Lots of GREAT prizes included along with a beautiful bag from "31 bags." All proceeds paid forward to the community for upcoming events, including our Single Moms Spa Day in May! Concessions available. www.serveagoodcause.org • info@serveagoodcause.org • 443.502.0152

24 La Banque De Fleuve Beer and Bourban Bash!

6-10pm. Enjoy an exclusive event featuring fine food and drink from Du Claw, Laurrapin Grille and Sweet Devotion. Open Bar. Valet Parking by Jones Junction and beautiful music provided by the Maryland Conservatory. Tickets on sale now through the Boys and Girls Club. Contact: Linda Grimes, 410.272.0010

25 Introduction to Honeybees and the Art of Beekeeping

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville, 3-5pm. The Piedmont Learning Center at Eden Mill Nature Center will be offering this course for ages 12 and older. The fee for the course is $12.00 for members or $14.00 for non-members. The honeybee provides the necessary pollination to support approximately one third of our diet. Delve into the secret world of the honeybee first-hand in this introductory course. As a student, you will learn about the honeybee itself, the hierarchy and habits within a colony, and an introduction to the art of beekeeping. A general handout will be provided for note-taking. Follow-up courses will be offered for an in-depth look at the processes of beekeeping. Pre-registration is REQUIRED by calling 410.836.3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information! Check out our website for up-to date information.

25 Junior Naturalist – Maple Sugaring

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville, 10-11:30am. Eden Mill Nature Center offers Maple Sugaring for ages 6-9. Join us as we learn how to make maple syrup from the tree. We will tap a tree at Eden Mill and discover what the sap is used for. Parents do not attend these sessions. Fee: $5/Member or $8/Non-Member. Pre-Registration IS required by calling 410.836.3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information! Check out our website for up-to date information.

25 Maritime Mexican Fiesta (To benefit the Maritime Museum)

6pm -9pm. Come to the Community Center at 100 Laraget Lane and join us for our Mexican Fiesta! We will have traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex fare. Hit our pinata and win a prize! Wear your sombrero! Phone: 410.939.4800 • museum@comcast.net • www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

25 Bowl with Friends & Family to Help Strike-Out Pet Homelessness

Forest Hill Lanes, One Maurice Drive in Forest Hill, 3-6:30pm. Humane Society of Harford County Hosting Annual Bowl-a-Rama to Raise Funds for Homeless Animals. It's time to lace up the snazzy rented bowling shoes, buy a slice of pizza, and settle in for a fun-filled afternoon of bowling in support of the homeless and neglected animals at the Humane Society of Harford County. You don't have to be a candidate for the Professional Bowling Association to join in and raise money for the animals. Forest Hill Lanes has lane bumpers for the kids and computerized score keeping, so anyone can participate. The key to success is collecting donations prior to the event which can be accomplished two ways: either print a paper form to collect donations or create a personalized event page at www.harfordshelter.org and fundraise online. Most people do both! You're passionate about animals, right? Then don't be shy about asking friends, family, co-workers, and school buddies to support the animals at the shelter. All donations are tax-deductible and should be brought to the registration desk on the day of the Bowl-a-Rama. Registration for the Bowl-a-Rama will begin at 3pm and participants will bowl as many games as they can fit in between 3:30 – 6:30pm. Pre-registration is $15 per person and registration at the door is $20. Registration fees will help to pay for lane rentals and bowling shoes. To pre-register, visit www.harfordshelter.org by February 20 and follow the links to register and pay the $15 per person pre-registration fee with a credit card – or call 410.836.1090, x101 to pay over the phone. Each lane will consist of up to five bowlers, so if you have fewer players, you may be paired with other bowlers. For every $50 you raise in donations, you will receive two raffle tickets for a chance to win cool prizes. Raffle tickets will also be available for purchase at the Bowl-a-Rama. Tickets are $3 each, two for $5, or an arm's length for $10. Prizes will also be awarded for the top three individuals or groups who raise the most money. If your group is interested in sponsoring the Bowl-a-Rama, there are three different sponsorship levels that provide recognition in flyers, advertisements, and on the Internet. Visit www.harfordshelter.org for details.

25 Reptile Roundup

Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Ave., 2 pm. Discover the wonder and diversity of reptiles by examining many preserved specimens. Presented by the Snyder Foundation for Animals. Grades K and up. Registration req'd. 410.638.3151

25 Saturday Critter Feeding

25 Saturday Nature Series

26 Wine Expo 2012

HCC, Student Center, 401 Thomas Run Rd. 3-6pm. Sample wine from around the world plus delectable hors d'oeuvres and desserts. Minimum age: 21. $40 advance; $50 at the door. 443.412.2211

26 Student Recital

Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main St., Bel Air. 11am. Talented students from across Harford County will perform a variety of music. Sponsored by the Maryland Conservatory of Music. Free. 443.243.7265

27 Homeschool Maple Sugaring

27 Nature Tots

27 Nature Kids

28 Medical Mobile Van Health Screenings

Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Parking Lot M, 4-7pm.

28 Home School Helper

Bel Air Library, 100 Pennsylvania Ave. 6:30-7:30pm. Whether you are new to home schooling or a seasoned pro, these informal discussions among home school parents will be helpful. 410.638.3151

March

1 MS Walk Team Stepping to a Cure

Denny's of Edgewood; Edgewood Road, 5-9pm. Price: $1.00. Please join MS Walk Team Stepping to a Cure as we raise funds for the 2012 Harford County MS Walk. Please dine in at Denny's from 5-9pm and Denny's will donate a portion of each check that mentions that they are there for Walk MS. Please print this ad, or show your smart phone with this ad on it, or mention Walk MS to ensure credit. Please call or email with any questions. Contact Phone: 410.812.2040 • travelwithshawn@comcast.net • http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?team_id=269329&pg=team&fr_id=18033&s_tafId=233980

1 Nature Storytime

1-4/21 Full Beekeepers Course

Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd. Pylesville. The Piedmont Learning Center at Eden Mill Nature Center will be offering a 7-session Bee Keepers course for ages 14 through adult. There will be seven weeknight sessions: Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5, 12 from 7-9pm and a final session, Saturday April 14 and / or 21 @10am in the bee yard. The fee is $70.00, which includes books. Instructor Cybil Preston will teach you all you need to know to become a hobbyist beekeeper, from start to finish. You will learn how to establish your own hive, understand the basics of disease and mite management, and learn how to maintain a reduced or chemical free environment for your bees. Geared for beginners, this course is also great for experienced beekeepers seeking more information. Pre-Registration IS required by calling 410.836.3050 or emailing edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com. Visit www.edenmill.org for more information! Check out our website for up-to date information.

2-4 "Cinderella"

The John Carroll School, 703 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. Price: $15.00. John Carroll Theater Department presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's enchanted version of the classic musical tale of Cinderella. Show times are March 2 & 3 at 7pm and March 3 & 4 at 2pm. Tickets are $15.00 each and all seats are reserved. Visit www.johncarroll.org for online ticket sales or call 410.879.5053. A Princess Tea will be offered at 4pm on Saturday, March 3 where children can come dressed as their favorite fairy tale figure and have pictures taken with the cast. Information can be found on the schools' website. 410.879.5053 • llang@johncarroll.org • www.johncarroll.org

3 11th Annual Chocolate & Candy Festival

Bel Air Armory, 37-41 N. Main Street, Bel Air, $5, kids under 6 – free. Sample chocolate in every form at the 11th Annual Chocolate and Candy Festival. Sponsored by the Downtown Alliance. 443.823.1797 • www.downtownbelair.com

3 Irishman's Chorale

Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 303 N. Main Street, Bel Air, FREE. Only all-male Irish Chorale in the Atlantic region. The Chorale is dedicated to the preservation of Irish culture and history through music. They perform both traditional and contemporary music by Irish composers and lyricists, as well as a variety of patriotic, spiritual, ballad, sea chantey, and fun songs. 410.879.2012 • 410.838.0584 • www.belairmd.org

3 Saturday Nature Series

3 Saturday Critter Feeding

4 LASOS Wine, Fondue & You

MaGerk's Pub, 120 S. Bond Street Bel Air. Price: $30, $25 designated driver. Join us for wine tastings from Harford County's own Legends Vineyard. Plenty of food and fondue! Silent auction filled with wonderful treasures from the community! 410.836.0333 • info@lasos.org • www.lasos.org

8 MS Walk Team Stepping to a Cure

Denny's of Edgewood; Edgewood Road, 5-9pm. Price: $1.00. Please join Walk Team Stepping to a Cure as we raise funds for the 2012 Harford County MS Walk. Please dine in at Denny's from 5pm to 9 pm and Denny's will donate a portion of each check that mentions that they are there for Walk MS. Please print this ad, or show your smart phone with this ad on it, or mention Walk MS to ensure credit. Please call or email with any questions. Contact Phone: 410.812.2040 • travelwithshawn@comcast.net • http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?team_id=269329&pg=team&fr_id=18033&s_tafId=233980

10 SARC Annual Bull & Oyster Roast

Jarrettsville Gardens, 7pm-midnight. $45 per person. Tickets can be purchased on-line. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with SARC. Great food, beer, friends, music, silent auction, raffles, Big 6 Wheel. Donate an item from our wish lists and receive a free raffle ticket. For more information, to purchase tickets, or to view wish lists, www.sarc-maryland.org.

10 Expo For Transitioning Youth

Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air, 8:30am-1pm. The Expo is a free conference for teens and young adults with special needs and their families facing the challenges and the opportunities of transition to adulthood. Workshops on topics such as employment, including summer jobs and employment after high school; driving; Social Security disability benefits and working and money management for young adults will be available. Meet face-to-face with representatives of vendors, agencies, organizations, and support groups that provide services to persons with disabilities. For additional information, please call 410.638.3373 voice/TTY. http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/services/disabilities

10 Saturday Nature Series

10 Saturday Critter Feeding

11 "Once Upon a Dream" - 5th Annual PPA Fashion Show

The John Carroll School, 703 E. Churchville Road, Bel Air. Price: $35.00. "Once Upon a Dream" is the theme for this year's 5th Annual Fashion Show! Mark your calendars for what is sure to be another wonderful event of fun, fashion, friends and fundraising! The afternoon includes beautiful fashions for men and women, modeled by members of our senior class; a fabulous silent auction; delectable dishes from area restaurants; and a wine tasting sponsored by Jim's Bottleworks. 410.879.5053 • llang@johncarroll.org • www.johncarroll.org

16-25 Sojourn to the Past. . . A Civil Rights Tour of the South

varied; tour of historic sites. Connect with pivotal moments in African American history during the inspirational tour of historic sites in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Tennessee. Presented by Harford Community College, co-sponsored by Harford County Department of Community Services, Human Relations Commission. For additional information, please contact Lisha Sturgill, 443.412.2175 • http://www.harford.edu/ROP/CivilRightsItineraryMarch2012.pdf

17 Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra Concert

Ghosts and Witches: Music by Mussorgsky, Beethoven, Dvorak, Wagner and contemporary composer Ronald Royer. Bel Air High School auditorium, 7:30pm. Conductor: Sheldon Bair; Guest Conductor: Ronald Royer; Clarinet Soloist Kaye Royer. Tickets available at Harford Pharmacy, Music Land, Preston's Stationary, on the orchestra's website: www.ssorchestra.org, or at the door.

17 Historic/Nature Walk

North Park Trail. 10am. Enjoy a FREE, guided nature and historical walk of the north Park Trail. Walk is approximately one hour. Open to the Public. Phone: 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

21 First Time Homebuyer's Workshop

William N. McFaul Activities Center, 525 W. MacPhail Rd., 6-9pm. First time homebuyers have the opportunity to listen to housing professionals discuss the first steps in becoming a new homeowner. For additional information, please call 410.638.3045 • http://www.harfordhousing.org/Downloads.cfm?FormID=1115

22 War of 1812 Lecture Series

Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette St. HdG, 7pm. Search of the USS Scorpion: Recent Investigations of the War of 1812 Chesapeake Flotilla Speaker: Troy Nowak, Assistant State Underwater Archaeologist, MD Historical Trust. Price: FREE. Contact: Heidi Glatfelter. 410.252.7519 • Heidi.hdg1812@gmail.com • hdg1812.wordpress.com

24 Assessments – What do they Mean?

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, 4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen, 9am-1pm. Presented by Mary Lentkowski, Harford County Public Schools, Special Education, Coordinator of Elementary Education. Presented in partnership with The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, Harford County Public Schools Partners for Success, MD Coalition for Families, Harford County Infants and Toddlers and Abilities Network. RSVP to Anne Cerruto, Family Support Services, at acerruto@arcncr.org or 410.836.7177, ext 383.

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31 Women's Conference – "When Love Takes You In"

Oak Grove Baptist Church, 2106 Churchville Rd, Bel Air, 9am-2pm.Speakers: WPOC'S Laurie DeYoung and Erika Clark, Advocate and Missionary. Price: $25. Contact Phone: 410.322.6082 • Contact Email: blorden53@yahoo.com • www.oakgrovebaptist.com

April

1 Opening Day at Ladew

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, 10:30am-5pm. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $2 children 2-12. Ladew opens for its 41st season! Enjoy guided tours of the Manor House and self-guided tours of the Gardens and Nature Walk. www.LadewGardens.com

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6 Susquehanna Ministerium: Good Friday Way of the Cross

Meet at Jean Roberts Park, 503 St. John Street, 12-1pm. Phone: 410.939.2464

10 MS Walk Team Stepping for A Cure

Friendly's, Harford Mall, 5-8pm. Friendly's will give a portion of all sales that night. The more people who show up, the higher percentage per check.

14 My Lady's Manor Steeplechase Races & Champagne Reception

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, 10am-8pm. One of Maryland's best timber races to benefit Ladew Gardens. Located at Pocock Rd & MD 146. Gates open 10am, First Race 1:30pm, Rain or Shine. Check website for price. www.LadewGardens.com

14 Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum's 2012 Re-opening Event

1-5pm. Join us as we re-open the Lock House Museum for the 2012 season. FREE. Phone: 410.939.5780, 410.939.2100 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

15 Women's 5K by the Bay

8am. Presented by RASAC- The Harford County Running Club, this is a race (run/walk) for women runners of all ages and abilities. Part of the 2012 Women's Distance Festival. Phone: 410.399.9948 • gusandsuerun@comcast.net • www.rasac.com

19 MS Walk Team Stepping for a Cure Fundraiser

Looney's Pub; North, 312 South Main Street Bel Air, 5-9pm. $1. Please join your Walk MS 2012 Stepping to a Cure team as we raise funds for the walk from 5 to 9pm. Please bring a copy of the voucher for credit. Wear orange, to show your support. If you would like to help me out with this event please contact me. They are allowing us to have a table for MS awareness. Please spread the word. We need to have someone present at all times! The goal: One step closer to a world free of MS. Please email or call for a copy of the voucher, you can print this ad, or show your smart phone too to ensure credit. Contact Phone: 410.812.2040 • travelwithshawn@comcast.net • http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?team_id=269329&pg=team&fr_id=18033&s_tafId=233980

21 Annual River Sweep Event Along Lower Susquehanna Heritage

8:30am- 1pm. Rain date Sunday, April 22. General clean-up along shoreline of Susquehanna River and its tributaries in Havre de Grace from Tydings Park to Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House. Phone: 410.939.7644 or 410.808.6118. Email: Peter.d.green@att.net • www.hitourtrails.com

21 City-Wide Yard Sale

8am-4pm. Huge, community-wide event. Yard sales, sidewalk sales, and bargains galore. Phone: 410.939.2100 or 410.939.6562 • info2@havredegracemd.com • www.hdgtourism.com

22 March of Dimes, March for Babies Walk-a-Thon.

Corner of Route 23 and Route 24 near Klein's ShopRite in Forest Hill. FREE. March for Babies is the nation's most beloved walking event. In Harford County, close to 900 walkers and 30 corporate teams are expected to participate and raise over $125,000 in 2012. Come enjoy music, food and family fun activities all while supporting a great cause! Visit www.marchforbabies.org for more information or contact Heather Lynch at hlynch@marchofdimes.com • 410.803.0620

22 Spring Doxiefest 2012

Divine K-9, 4 Newport Drive, Forest Hill. 11am-3pm. Price: any monetary donation to Coast To Coast Dachshund Rescue. Spring Doxiefest is the social event of the season for dachshunds and dachshund lovers! Dachshunds and their owners can take part in contests and activities, watch demonstrations, shop at our vendors, and of course socialize! Coast to Coast Dachshund Rescue is an all volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and all proceeds from this event will go to dachshunds in our care. For more information, contact marcey789@yahoo.com • www.c2cdr.org

23 HDG Recreation Committee's Easter Egg Hunt at Tydings Park

12 noon. Bring your family and enjoy a spectacular Easter Egg Hunt! Don't be late, race starts promptly at noon! Spnsored by the HdG Recreation Committee. FREE. 410.939.6724

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27 2012 Cherish the Child Symposium of Harford County

Mountain Christian Church New Life Center, 1824 Mountain Road (Rt 152), Joppa. 9am - 4:30pm. Cherish the Child is honored to announce that our 2012 Keynote Speaker will be Elizabeth Smart. The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002 and her captors had controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Elizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003 after being held prisoner for 9 months. Through this traumatic experience Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs and National legislation. Elizabeth triumphantly testified before her captor and the world about the very private nightmare she suffered during her abduction, which lead to conviction. Elizabeth is currently involved in the Elizabeth Smart Foundation, and she has helped promote The National AMBER Alert, The Adam Walsh Child Protection & Safety Act and other safety legislation to help prevent abductions. Elizabeth is also a News Correspondent for ABC News. Elizabeth's example and life now is a daily demonstration that there really is life after a tragic event. Her speech not only tells her story, but also discusses topics such as overcoming extreme adversity and not allowing your past to dictate your life's future. We hope you will join us for this very special presentation. Registration information will be available soon. Early Bird Registration before March 25, 2012 - $50/person, parties of 10 or more $45/person. After March 25, 2012 - $60/person, parties of 10 or more $55/person. Cherish the Child is Harford County's Annual Child Protection Awareness Symposium. It is designed for professionals, paraprofessionals and any community members who are interested in the protection of our children. Cherish the Child seeks to educate, inform and support those individuals who devote their time and talents to keeping children safe.

29 "Dinner & A Movie" Bingo

St. Margaret's Church, Hickory Avenue, Bel Air. Doors open at 3pm, Bingo 4-6pm. Raffle and silent auction drawings – 6:30pm. 30+ local vendors, 20+ games of bingo. Bingo winners will take home 31 bags filled with restaurant gift certificates and movies passes! Fabulous silent auction, raffle items, 50/50 raffle plus door prizes and more! Also enjoy our concession stand grub and bake table. Live acoustic sounds of "The Coomes Brothers." For ticket sales, questions, donations, contact Jen Coomes Hollingsworth, Jchollingsworth3@gmail.com or call 410.452.0507. Mail checks to 4801 Carea Road, White Hall, MD 21161. Tickets - $15. 100% of the proceeds will help support the special needs of a beautiful life – Claire McGann. Join the rest of your community, friends and neighbors and wrap your arms around a local family in need. Claire was adopted into the McGann family at the age of 4 months and has lived in Bel Air all of her 18 years. Claire attended Ring Factory Elementary, Patterson Mill Middle and is currently attending Bel Air High School with her inclusion helper and a nurse always at her side. Claire was born with special needs that take great care. These needs have always been met by her family with the utmost care, concern and love. Claire's disabilities require her to see the world from a wheelchair. This has recently created difficult challenges for the McGann family. Recently, Claire's primary caregiver and mom, Lisa, suffered medical conditions that prevent her from carrying her 18 year old daughter upstairs to her bedroom and bath, as well as lifting her in and out of the family van. For sometime, the family has talked of making their home more handicapped accessible. Now, with mom's condition, this has become an immediate necessity. Pat and Lisa McGann have had lifelong dreams for their daughter, Claire. Let's support the McGann family by raising the funds to help them make their home more manageable for life with Claire as well as helping to alleviate the expense of a handicapped accessible vehicle for their daughter. Help us to give Claire and her family the joy of more experiences in our community. Let's come together to make a difference for a local family in need. Let's try and touch Claire's life as she continues to touch the lives of all those who are blessed to know her. We love you Claire!

29 Harford County Walk Team "Stepping to a Cure"

Ripken Stadium, Registration begins at 9am; walk begins at 10am. Length: 5k (3.2 miles). Goal: 400 walkers. Team Information: Team: "Stepping to a Cure", Team Captains: Shawn and Patsy Duffy; Team fundraising goal: $1000; We plan to use team member support, local community business support and any other sources possible. Team Member goal: 20; thru the use of social media and "dining out nights" the team not only hopes to promote awareness of MS, but also to encourage others to join the team and walk. Team Email: travelwithshawn@comcast.net; Team Phone: 410.812.2040; Team Website: http://main.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?team_id=269329&pg=team&fr_id=18033&s_tafId=233980 . If you would like to join the team or donate please email, call or see team's website. Team "Stepping to a Cure," is a third party fundraising group operating solely to raise funds for the Harford County MS Walk. 100% of all raised monies will be donated.

May

3 Susquehanna Ministerium: National Day of Prayer

Meet at City Hall, 711 Pennington Ave. 12-1pm. 410.939.2464

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4 First Fridays!

5-9pm. A fun-filled night for the whole family. Come to downtown Havre de Grace where you will find bargains galore, restaurant specials, music on the street corners, face painting, and other fun attractions. 410.939.1811 • hdgmainstreet@verizon.net • www.mainstreethdg.org

4-6 The Decoy Museum Presents: 31st Annual Decoy & Wildlife Art Festival

Fri 6-9pm, Sat. 9-5pm, Sun. 10-4pm. Festival features 150 Decoy Carvers, Artists, Commercial Outfitters, Guide Services, Live & Silent Auctions and Retriever Dog Demonstrations. 410.939.3739 • decoymuseum@yahoo.com • www.decoymuseum.com

5 War of 1812 Re-Enactment

10am-4pm. Visit the grounds of the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House as the British once again storm Havre de Grace as they did on May 3, 1813! There will be drill formations, men and women in period attire, troop encampments, craft demonstrations on the War and its effect on the town of Havre de Grace. 410.939.5780 or 410.939.2100 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

5 Free Comic Book Day

11-5pm. Celebrated in Havre de Grace! Get your FREE comic book at Washington Street Books and Music located at 131 N. Washington Street or Just for Fun Shop at 464 Franklin Street. 410.939.6215 or 443.502.2798 • Washbks@gmail.com or Justforfunmd@comcast.net • www.washingtonstreetbooksandmusic.com

5 Delta Cardiff Heritage Festival

Peach Bottom Township Recreation Center Grounds, Front & Pendyrus Sts, Delta, PA. 9am-4pm. Mark your calendar for the 16th Annual Delta Cardiff Heritage Festival. It will offer family-friendly activities and will promote the local Welsh and Peach Bottom Slate Industry history. A unique family friendly event. Displays and demonstrations of area history, including slate splitting, crafts, food, entertainment, local history & Welsh cottage tours. Theme: THEN & NOW. Have any old pictures from the area? Let us know what you have. Organizers are looking for pictures.

5 Bark for Life - American Cancer Society Fundraiser

Our Lady Of Hope Catholic School, 8001 North Boundary Road, Dundalk. 10am-3pm. "Bark for Life" is a festival for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness in the fight against cancer. Together, through your sponsorship, donation or participation, we will help find a cure for cancer. The event features dog lovers and their canine companions who will participate in a fun-filled day of games, contests, and doggie demonstrations.

5 Garden Festival at Ladew

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. General Admission from 10 am-5 pm includes admission to Gardens, House & Nature Walk. Price - $15. This "not to be missed" exclusive collection of dealers will feature hard to find perennials and annuals, unusual exotics and container specialties plus decorative furniture, urns, statuary and other architectural treasures. The Priority Preview Sale from 8-10am offers first chance shopping, continental breakfast, lecture and an opportunity to meet our distinguished speaker. www.LadewGardens.com

6 Bel Air Community Band Spring Concert

Bel Air High School Auditorium, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air. 3pm Symphonic band music, including marches, show tunes, Broadway hits, and classical selections. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air. FREE Admission. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air. Email: bacb@verizon.net • belaircommunityband.org

12, 13 Medieval Days at Steppingstone Museum

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. Noon-5pm. Weekend Medi encampment featuring heavy weapons fighting, fencing, and archery demonstrations; period crafts, music and dance; children's games, food, and tours. $5 adults; children 12 and under FREE. 410.939.2299 or 888.419.1762 • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

12, 13 Mother's Day Weekend at Ladew

Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton. 10:30am-5pm. For the ultimate Mother's Day present, bring Mom to Ladew Gardens during the peak of spring flowers! Free Gift for moms (while supplies last), complimentary coffee and tea. Special gift with every new family membership. A great opportunity to spend time with family amidst one of Maryland's most beautiful landscapes. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $2 children, ages 2-12. www.LadewGardens.com

16 First Time Homebuyers Workshop

William N. McFaul Activities Center, 525 W. MacPhail Rd., Bel Air, 6-9pm. First time homebuyers have the opportunity to listen to housing professionals discuss the first steps in becoming a new homeowner. For additional information, please call 410.638.3045 • http://www.harfordhousing.org/Downloads.cfm?FormID=1115

17 Ellsworth Shank Lecture

7pm. Sponsored by Susquehanna Lock House Museum. "The British Attack on Havre de Grace, May 3, 1813" presented by Chris George and Jeff Korman at City Hall. 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

19 Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra Concert

The 1812 Overture and The Grateful Dead: Music by Mozart, Tchaikovsky and Lee Johnson's Symphony No. 6, "Dead Symphony". Bel Air High School auditorium, 7:30pm. Conductor: Sheldon Bair; Soprano Soloist: Emma Zyriek. Tickets available at Harford Pharmacy, Music Land, Preston's Stationary, on the orchestra's website: www.ssorchestra.org, or at the door.

19 Historic/Nature Walk

North Park Trail, 10am. Enjoy a FREE, guided nature and historical walk of the north Park Trail. Walk is approximately one hour. Open to the Public. Phone: 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

19 IEP Goals and Service Hours

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, 4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen, 9am-1pm. Presented by Eileen Watson, Special Education Coordinator of Compliance, Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) and Kathy Bailey, Special Education Coordinator of Early Intervention, Autism Supports, and Related Services, HCPS. Presented in partnership with The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, HCPS Partners for Success, MD Coalition for Families, Harford County Infants and Toddlers and Abilities Network. RSVP to Anne Cerruto, Family Support Services, 410.836.7177, ext 383 or acerruto@arcncr.org.

28 Bel Air Memorial Day Program

William A. Humbert Amphitheater, 39 Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, 10:30am. FREE. The Bel Air Community Band will be playing patriotic music for the Bel Air Memorial Day. Email: bacb@verizon.net • belaircommunityband.org

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June

1 First Fridays!

1 Concerts in the Park

7:30-9pm. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to Millard E. Tydings park and enjoy a free concert sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission featuring Lou Natalie (Jazz Music). FREE. Phone: 410.939.5425

2 Upper Chesapeake Residential Hospice's 12th Annual Regatta

5-10pm. Come to the Concord Point Lighthouse to enjoy a sailboat regatta. Full gourmet dinner by Harford County chefs, live music, dancing, gaming wheels, and silent & live auctions to benefit the Senator Bob Hospice House. 443.643.3460 • dtlenzer@uchs.org • www.uchs.org

6 Organizing Summer Fun

The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, 4513 Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen, 6-8:30pm. Presented in partnership with The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region, Harford County Public Schools Partners for Success, MD Coalition for Families, Harford County Infants and Toddlers, and Abilities Network. RSVP to Anne Cerruto, Family Support Services, acerruto@arcncr.org or 410.836.7177, ext 383.

8 Concerts in the Park

7:30-9pm. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to Millard E. Tydings park and enjoy a free concert sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission featuring Dean Sapp & Harford Express (Bluegrass Music). FREE. Phone: 410.939.5425

8-9 American Cancer Society: Relay for Life of Havre de Grace

7pm-7am. Opening ceremony at 7pm. This overnight event raises funds to support the American Cancer Society and celebrate cancer survivors. 410.933.5160 • tina.schaal@cancer.org • www.relayforlife.org/havredegrace

10 Celtic Festival

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. Noon-5pm. $5 adults; children 12 and under FREE. Cultural event featuring Celtic music, singing and dancing, pipe band music, sheepherding, clan gatherings, vendors, military regiment, historical craft demos, food, and tours. 410.939.2299 or 888.419.1762 • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

15 Concerts in the Park

7:30-9pm. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to Millard E. Tydings park and enjoy a free concert sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission featuring Big Cam & the Lifters (Rock n Roll Music). FREE. 410.939.5425

16 Annual Sporting Clay Classic

The Havre de Grace Decoy Museum invites you to this 75 target sporting clay shoot. 3 Lewis classes. Shoot takes place at Pintail Point in Queenstown, MD. 410.939.3739 • decoymuseum@yahoo.com • www.decoymuseum.com

21 Ellsworth Shank Lecture Series

7pm. Sponsored by Susquehanna Lock House Museum. "Damned if you Do/Damned if you Don't" presented by Jody Argo Schroath. 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

22 Concerts in the Park

7:30-9pm. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to Millard E. Tydings park and enjoy a free concert sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission featuring Gloucester City String Band. FREE. 410.939.5425

23 American Legion Post #47 Car Show

10am-6pm. Fundraiser for Wounded Warrior Project. Phone: 410.939.0234

23 Summertime Blues Festival

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. 2-8pm. Outdoor music festival featuring outstanding live blues music by local, regional & national acts. Food, beer & wine for sale. Bring a picnic lunch, blanket or chair for lawn seating. Rain or Shine. No refunds. Adults $20 in advance; $25 at gate. 410.939.2299 or 888.419.1762 • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

26 – 7/1 Havre de Grace Independence Celebration Carnival

Bring the family to the annual Independence Celebration Carnival! Rides and attractions for all ages. 410.939.2100

July

1 Annual Havre de Grace Parade & Fireworks

Parade 2pm, Concert 7pm, 9:15pm Fireworks. Parade begins at 2pm on Union Avenue. Concert will be at 7pm and Fireworks at Tydings Park to follow at approximately 9:15pm 410.939.2100

8 Summer Fun Day w/ Lawnmower Races & Car Show

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. Noon-4pm. Summer fun activities with lawnmower racing and car show, ice cream contests, entertainment, children's crafts & games, face painting, food & tours. $5 adults; children 12 and under FREE. 410.939.2299 or 888.419.1762 • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

14 The Susquehanna Lock House Museum's Pirate Festival 5K Run

7am. Registration begins at 7am at the Lock House, 8am run begins. Runs through historic Havre de Grace to kick off the Lock House's Pirate Festival. Three awards for six adult age category winners plus two new youth divisions and best costume. Grand prize- 2 tickets to Pirate Gala. 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

14 The Susquehanna Lock House Museum's 5th Annual Pirate Gala

7-11pm. Come in costume or not for great food, drinks, fun, music, live and silent auctions. 410.939.5780 • lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

14-15 Pirate Fest Weekend – Pirate Encampment

10-4pm. Come see an authentic pirate Encampment sponsored by The Susquehanna Lock House Museum. Children's activities, musical entertainment and pirate battles- ARGHHH! 410.939.5780• lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

29 Shakespeare on the Waterfront

5pm. Maryland Shakespeare Festival theatre presents "A Mid-Summer Nights Dream" with preview entertainment. Bring a chair, blanket and picnics. 410.939.5544 • mhcayerhdg@yahoo.com

August

10 Live Concert – The Marshall Tucker Band, Bad Company and Special Guest the Baltimore School of Rock

6:30pm. One Ticket-Three Bands. Opening night of the Havre de Grace Seafood Festival. Located on the water in Tydings Park. Reserved seats, lawn seats and limited "Inner Circle" Party tickets available. www.HdGSeafoodFestival.org • 410.939.1525 • www.seafoodfestival.ticketleap.com

10-12 32nd Annual Havre de Grace Seafood Festival

Fri. 4-8pm, Sat. 10-8pm, Sun. 10-6pm. Food, fun, and live entertainment on the Chesapeake. 28 vendors serving over 150 different foods with an abundance of mouthwatering seafood delicacies and other great foods. Over 100 arts & craft vendors featuring artisan self-made products. Join us at Maryland's longest running seafood festival! FREE. 410.939.1525 • www.HdGSeafoodFestival.org

20-21 48th Annual Havre de Grace Art Show

10-5pm. Located at Tydings Park and presented by the Soroptimist International. Over 250 artists and crafters from throughout the U.S. display and sell their work. Food and entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle from designated parking to show, downtown, and attractions. Boat accessible on Sat. & Sun. FREE. 410.939.9342 • hdgartshow@hotmail.com

September

8 24th Annual Children's Art Festival and Contest

Millard E. Tydings Park, 10am-2pm. Join us for our annual Children's Arts Festival. For Children ages 3-10. Craft projects, face painting, and entertainment. Children may submit art work (limit 2) for the Art Contest to the HdG Library (August 1 thru September 1). Open to the Public (no rain location). Price: FREE - Children must be with an adult. Phone: 410.939.2100

8 Maritime Museum's Annual Crab Feast

6-9pm. Sponsored by the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Come and feast on all you can eat Maryland crabs, pit beef, turkey and ham. Beer included! Proceeds benefit the Maritime Museum. 410.939.4800 • museum@comcast.net • www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

15 Historic/Nature Walk

North Park Trail, 10am. Enjoy a FREE, guided nature and historical walk of the north Park Trail. Walk is approximately one hour. Open to the Public. Phone: 410.939.5780 lockhousemuseum@gmail.com • www.thelockhousemuseum.org

15 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. $10 adults; $8 seniors; $2 children ages 2-12. www.LadewGardens.com

15 City Wide Yard Sale

8am- 4pm. Enjoy this huge, community-wide event. Yard sales, sidewalk sales and bargains galore. Rain date Sunday September 16. 410.939.6562 or 410.939.2100 • info2@havredegracemd.com

29-30 Fall Harvest Festival at Steppingstone Museum

Steppingstone Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. Fall event featuring live bluegrass music, clogging, scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, apple bobbing & pressing, hay rides, straw maze, crafts, historical crafts demos, tours and food. $5 adults; children 12 and under FREE. 410.939.2299 or 888.939.1762 • www.steppingstonemuseum.org

October

8 4th Annual Graw Days Festival

9am-4pm. Presented by HdG Main Street, Inc. in celebration of our horse racing history and the Graw Racetrack! Live music, over 100 vendors and crafters, food and beverages. 410.939.1811 • hdgmainstreet@verizon.net • www.mainstreethdg.org

8 Graw Days Evening Gala

7-11pm. Presented by HdG Main street, Inc. Dinner, dancing, silent auction & wheel! Period costume optional. Tickets can be purchased online. 410.939.1811 • hdgmainstreet@verizon.net • www.mainstreethdg.org

12 HDG Chamber of Commerce Community Bull & Oyster Roast

6:30-11pm. Come to the community center to enjoy a large menu, silent auction, DJ music and games. 410.939.3303 • hdegchamber1@comcast.net • www.hdgchamber.com

30 Halloween Parade

6pm registration, 6:30pm parade begins. Sponsored by the HdG Recreation Committee. Meet at the corner of Washington St. and Congress Ave. dressed in costume. Join us for a great parade! FREE. 410.939.6724 • hdgactivityctr@harfordcountymd.gov