A Harford County Holiday!!!
Shopping Links:
The Festival at Bel Air www.festivalatbelair.com
5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air, MD 21015
Harford Mall www.harfordmall.com
696 A Bel Air Road, Bel Air, MD 21014 410-879-9319
Downtown Havre de Grace – Main Street www.mainstreethdg.com
121 N. Union Ave., HdG, MD 21078 410-638-1023
Downtown Bel Air – Main Street www.downtownbelair.com
37 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD 21014 410-638-1023
Tollgate Marketplace
Marketplace Drive & Route 24, Bel Air, MD 21014
Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet Store (Aberdeen) 410-297-5200
Hickory Ridge Industrial Park, 500 Hickory Place, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Restoration Hardware Warehouse
1701 Trimble Road, Edgewood, Md 21040 410-671-9687
www.restorationhardware.com/rh/info/warehouse/jsp
On-Line Shopping Links:
Sephora www.sephora.com
Saks www.saksfifthavenue.com
Macy’s www.macys.com
Fiore Winery www.fiorewinery.com
Giggle Print www.giggleprint.com
Christmas Tree Farms www.HarfordFarms.com
Restoration Hardware www.restorationhardware.com/rh/info/warehouse/jsp
HARFORD COUNTY EVENTS: DECEMBER
Holiday Events
December 4th The Nutcracker
This full length performance of the holiday classic, performed by Harford Dance Theater, will be taking place at the Amoss Center located at the Harford Community College. This show is recommended for all ages, so bring the whole family! Curtain lifts at 6:00pm, so make sure to arrive early. For tickets, call 410.836.4211; http://www.harford.edu/
December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th Bel Air Christmas Theatre
“Here’s Love, Miracle on 34th Street.”
"Here's Love" is a musical with book, music and lyrics by Meredith Wilson, and
directed by Patty Richardson of Theatreworks...Live! Inc. You’ll love this musical adaptation of the classic film "Miracle on 34th Street." Holiday dessert and show discounts are being offered by Area Restaurants for Pre-Show Dinners. Bel Air Record Armory on Main Street; for tickets, please call 443.243.7671; info@centerfortheartsharford.org
December 5th First Friday Celebration- A Downtown Christmas
First Fridays in Havre de Grace is always a day to remember! Bundle up the family for a downtown Havre de Grace Christmas! Santa arrives at 6pm followed by the tree lighting at 6:30pm. Meet Santa and leave mail in his mailbox! Local stores will be open late; 5-9pm; 410.939.1811; www.mainstreethdg.com.
December 5th -7th Restoration Hardware Warehouse Sale
Baltimore City Paper voted “Best reason to drive to Harford County”, December 5-10 a.m. to 7 pm, December 6-9 am to 6 pm and December 7-11 am to 5 pm.
http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/info/warehouse.jsp
December 6th Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra, “The Gift of the Magi”
Join the Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra for an evening of seasonal favorites including works by Rimsky Korsakov, Leopold Mozart, Handel, and the World Premiere of "The Gift of the Magi" by Karen Amrhein. The show begins at 7:30pm. Tickets online at www.ticketleap.com or outlets--Preston's Stationery & Music Land in Bel Air, all NBRS branches and Noteworthy Music in Fallston; $17 adult/$15 senior citizens/$12students; 410.838.6465; www.ssorchestra.org
December 6th, 7th Christmas Open House at Steppingstone Museum
If you’re looking for a festive and educational holiday adventure for the whole family, then visit Steppingstone’s Open House Event. Steppingstone will be open from 12pm-4pm both days, and admission is free; 888.419.1762
December 7th 19th Annual Bel Air Christmas Parade
The annual parade starts at Main Street & Churchville Road, and ends at Lee Way and Hickory Avenue. Floats, marching bands, Santa and much more! Immediately following the Christmas Parade at Shamrock Park will be seasonal music, award presentations for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners and for Best Band. Enjoy a bonfire, caroling, hot chocolate, cookies and, again, Santa Claus! The event is sponsored by Bel Air Economic and Community Development Commission. For additional information, please call 410.638.4540
December 7th AMC Holiday House Tour & Boutique
The Liriodendron Mansion is offering a peaceful Sunday (11am-5pm) to tour the decorated mansion and shop at the Boutique at Liriodendron—featuring holiday greens, crafts, antiques and collectibles. Sponsored by AMC Harford County Chapter, the proceeds will go in part to funding cancer research. For additional information, please call 410.836.2061; $20 Pre-sale
December 7th Hays House Holiday Open House
Join us from 1pm to 4pm to see the museum richly arrayed in natural decorations for the holidays. This free event is sponsored by the Historical Society of Harford County. 410.838.7691; 324 Kenmore Ave, Bel Air;
www.harfordhistory.net/
December 7th Bel Air Community Band Concert 3pm
Held at C. Milton Wright High School in Bel Air, and sponsored by the town of Bel Air and Harford Community College. This free concert boasts a wide variety of seasonal music from local bands.www.harford.edu; www.belairmd.org.
December 9th Tracks in the Snow
What do preschoolers wonder about? Let us answer their questions on topics of high interest for 2-5 year olds. Two former teachers work together to cultivate a child's natural curiosity through stories, music, crafts, movement, and dramatic play. $8.00/$6.00 siblings. Nonmembers $10.00; Eden Mill Nature Center; 410.836.3050; 11:00am-12:30pm; edenmillnaturecenter@gmail.com; www.edenmill.org
December 11th Holiday Concert Featuring the Harford Choral Society, Inc.
Join us in the courthouse to celebrate the season with the inspiring sounds of the Harford Choral Society as they perform Christmas and Classical Favorites. Free; 7:30pm; Ceremonial Chambers of the Historic Bel Air Courthouse; 410.879.9500.
December 12th The Snow Queen
Hudson Vagabond Puppets presents Hans Christian Anderson's classic tale “The Snow Queen” with original music, dance and giant puppets! We recommend this program for all ages as a great opportunity to enjoy the holiday spirit together! 410.836.4211; 7pm; Amoss Center, Harford Community College; http://www.harford.edu/.
December 12th An Evening of Jazz
Enjoy a relaxing evening filled with jazz music! Featuring jazz vocal ensemble Second Shift under the direction of Marianne Pastelak, and the Harford Community College Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Benny Russell; 8pm; Amoss Center, Harford Community College; 410.836.4211; http://www.harford.edu
December 12th—21st Model Train Show at Liriodendron
The Mansion will be offering a model train exhibit for all ages! Members of the Harford Modular Railroad Group will fill the downstairs rooms of the historic Liriodendron Mansion with a model train layout that will run in one continuous display through the main rooms! Upstairs rooms will feature a train shop, a hands-on train set up for kids, and three rooms of villages. Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon St., Bel Air; $5 per person, $2.50 under 10/ over 60; 410.879.4424; http://www.liriodendron.com/events/trains08.htm
December 12th-14th Christmas Open House at Ladew
Be festive (and green)! Join us in celebrating green living at the annual Christmas Open House! Beautiful decorating in the Ladew tradition, with a twist! Featuring a competition between garden clubs and designers for the most environmentally friendly and festive house decorations using natural and recycled materials. Greens, arrangements and gifts for sale. 11:00 a.m. - 4: 00 p.m. daily; light lunch in the Café; Members are free! Adults, $10, Seniors/Students $8, Children $2; 410.557.9570; www.ladewgardens.com
December 13th-20th Santa on the Bay
Ho! Ho! Ho! If you’re looking for a magical experience for your tots, this is it! Join us for breakfast, crafts, music, and a one-on-one with Santa! The Lantern Queen will remain at the pier for this event in order to accommodate the needs of young children. $15 per person; 9am-11am; Lantern Queen; 410.939.1468; info@lanternqueen.com
December 13th Historical Society of Harford County-
Annual Greens Sale and Open House
Opening at 9am, the Historical Society will host its annual greens sale and open house presenting a vast array of decorations and gifts. Expect refreshments, gift shop treasures, wreathes, arrangements, cut greens, and even a bake sale! Society Headquarters, 143 N. Main St., Bel Air; 410.838.7691; http://www.harfordhistory.org
December 13th-14th Christmas Boutique at the Lock House
Looking for local Christmas goods for all of your holiday needs? Make sure you stop by the Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum in Havre de Grace, on the 13th or 14th for the Christmas Boutique! This sale has many handmade items, as well as traditional holiday gifts, wreaths, greens, and gourmet foods! Sat. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Sun. 12:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Free; 410.939.5780
December 14th Colonial Candlelight Christmas Concert & Tea
Enjoy the annual holiday concert by Musica Antiqua performing on period instruments! The show starts at 4pm, with tea in the British tradition following the concert. Reservations required; Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 303 N. Main St; Sponsored by The Historical Society of Harford County; 410.838.7691 or 410.592.8693; http://www.harfordhistory.net
December 14th Maritime Christmas
Come out of the cold and celebrate Christmas in maritime style! There will be an elegant wine and chocolate tasting party! Enjoy music, food and festivities while doing some holiday shopping in our museum store with 15% discount on all items. Donations appreciated; 10am-5pm; Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette Street Havre de Grace; http://www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org/
December 14th A Celtic Yuletide
Michael Londra, lead vocalist from Riverdance on Broadway, stars in an afternoon of Yuletide traditions from Ireland. Featuring music from "An Dochas", breathtaking dancing of the Haran Irish Dancers, traditional carols and classic Irish stories.For tickets call 410.836.4211; http://www.harford.edu/
December 14th Tuba Christmas
At 4pm in the Bel Air Armory on Main Street in Bel Air, holiday music will be performed on tuba and euphonium. This free event is free for all, and a great way to enjoy an afternoon in the community. 410.638.4541
December 14th 36th Annual Candlelight Tour of Historic Havre de Grace
The Susquehanna Lockhouse Museum is playing host to one of the most popular annual events in Havre de Grace! The 36th Annual Candlelight Tour of Havre de Grace will be held on Sunday from 4-8pm. Visitors will tour all that our historic little town has to offer including historic homes, Havre de Grace Museums, shops, bed and breakfasts, and a church to round out the adventure. For Tickets call 410.939.5780; www.lockhousemuseum.org
December 16th Harford Choral Society Christmas Concert
St. Matthew Lutheran Church is hosting the Harford Choral Society’s Christmas Concert. They will be performing Handel's "Messiah". Sounds like a wonderful way to enjoy the Christmas spirit together as a family. Tickets available at Preston's Stationery; adults $20, seniors $15, students $10, children under 13 are Free; 410.893.5669; www.harfordchoralsociety.org
December 20th & 21st Harford Ballet Company Presents- The Nutcracker
See the Harford Ballet Company and special professional guest artists in a cherished holiday favorite. Toy donations will be collected onstage during the dazzling production. A Gala Tea Party will follow each performance for guests to meet the characters and enjoy refreshments. Tickets are $17 in advance ($20 at the door) for the performance and $5 for the tea (in advance only); Saturday, December 20 at 1 & 6pm and Sunday, December 21 at 1pm; Aberdeen High School, 251 Paradise Rd.; 410.877.0777; www.harfordballetcompany.org
December 20th CCA Holiday House Tour-Christmas in Bulle Rock
Tour ten beautiful homes from 2pm to 6pm decked out in their Christmas finery. The funds raised will go to help the Chesapeake Cancer Alliance continue operating. $20; Laurie Adolph, 410.838.5128; tsbstaging@verizon.net; www.chesapeakecanceralliance.org
December 31st New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise
Start your holiday celebration on the Lantern Queen! We’ll serve a festive meal during this two hour cruise (6:30pm - 8:30pm) and have you back at the pier in time for your holiday party! $47 per person; Lantern Queen, 410.939.1468; info@lanternqueen.com; www.lanternqueen.com
December 31st to January 1st New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Duck Drop
Enjoy fireworks to kick off the New Year, and celebrate as Havre de Grace drops its duck. Move over NYC! 454 Lewis Lane; Havre de Grace, MD 21078; 410.939.2100
