From Harford County government: Wini Roche, manager of the Office of Tourism for the Harford County Office of Economic Development was recently recognized by the Maryland Tourism Council at the Maryland Tourism and Travel Summit in Annapolis. Roche was the recipient of the “Tourism Advocate” award for 2010. “I am delighted an honored to be […]
Harford County Chamber of Commerce Announces New President/CEO
Harford County Chamber of Commerce announced today that Vanessa Milio has been named president and CEO, effective January 17. She fills the position held by Bill Seccurro, who announced his retirement earlier this year after 10 years at the helm of the Chamber. Ms. Milio is currently the director of the Harford County Public Library […]
A “Storybook Christmas” Parade Planned in Aberdeen
From the City of Aberdeen: The annual City of Aberdeen Christmas Street parade and holiday celebration will be held Saturday, December 4th. Activities include: Breakfast with Santa Grace United Methodist Church 7-11 a.m. tickets available at the door Aberdeen Room Museum and Archives 18 Howard Street 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Christmas Craft Fair Fire […]
Catch the Christmas Spirit in Havre de Grace
From the City of Havre de Grace: Havre de Grace Main Street First Friday’s “Light Up Night” Friday kicks off the holiday season Friday, December 3rd at 6:00pm with Santa arriving in style, cruising on The Susquehanna Hose Company’s fire truck up St. John Street to Washington St. in Havre de Grace. Experience the Winter […]
Harford’s Student Musicians to Perform at Amoss Center on November 20
From Harford Community College: The Harford Youth Orchestra, under the direction of Brian Folus, and the Harford String Orchestra, under the direction of Tim Reinhardt, will present their 12th season fall concert on Saturday November 20, at 2 PM at the Amoss Center. The concert is free and open to the public. The Harford Youth […]
Destination Imagination: The Best Extra-Curricular Program For Kids That You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Imagine a balsa wood structure that’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, yet strong enough to support a thousand pounds. Imagine an original musical about birds, including a rap song sung by a raptor, whose wings are made of candy wrappers. Imagine a talking washing machine that brings together white and […]
Mad Hatter’s Ball Raises $135,000 for Harford County Public Library Foundation
From the Harford County Public Library: Harford County Public Library (HCPL) Foundation held its 6th annual gala, the Mad Hatter’s Ball, on November 6, 2010. Guests, many adorned in hats, celebrated another year of success for the Library Foundation by raising $135,000. “Everyone enjoyed this year’s gala with its whimsical and fun theme,” stated Mary […]
UPDATED: Harford School Board to Receive Draft Elementary Redistricting Plan November 29, Public Comments Accepted Via Email
UPDATE November 17, 2010: There will be no public comment period at the November 29 meeting, which is a work session for the Harford County Board of Education. Public comments are received at the beginning of all board business meetings, in addition to any public hearings scheduled specifically for public feedback on redistricting. Any further […]