Upper Chesapeake Chorus Takes Top Honors in Regional Competition

The talented divas of Harford County’s Upper Chesapeake Chorus took two top awards in the Sweet Adelines Mid-Atlantic Region chorus competition against 22 other choruses from Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. They won First Place for Mid-Size Chorus and First Place overall. Read more...

Charter Members to be Inducted in Edgewood High School Hall of Fame

Edgewood High School is scheduled to induct 15 alumni, former staff members and community supporters into its newly formed Hall of Fame on June 1 at 12:50 p.m. Jointly sponsored by the school and the Edgewood High School Alumni Association, the ‘Hall’ will honor those whose contributions have contributed to the success of the school over its 57 years of existence. Read more...

Conference to Focus on Treatment of Traumatized Youth

School, Community, and Clinical Perspectives to be Explored

(Bel Air, MD) - - The Harford County Department of Community Services’ Local Management Board will co-host a conference on Treating Traumatized Youth: School and Clinical Perspectives on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at the HEAT Center, 1201 Technology Drive in Aberdeen.

The conference will present school, community, and clinical perspectives on treating traumatized youth. Experts will offer advice on how to make an accurate diagnosis and provide tools to use when working with youth who have experienced trauma (inability to attach, cutting, therapeutic resistance). The conference is geared toward social workers, counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, school counselors, and law enforcement. Read more...

Harford’s Treasury Department Receives Award for Financial Reporting

(Bel Air, MD) - - The Harford County Department of the Treasury is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2010. Read more...

Harford Community College Offers Services and Classes at APG

Variety of Class Formats Makes College Accessible to All

Civilians working at APG, military personnel assigned to post, and, in fact, anyone interested in the wide variety of cost-effective, in-person and online classes offered by Harford Community College don’t have to drive the twelve miles to the Bel Air campus. Services are available on APG in the Janet M. Barr Soldier Support Center, Building 4305, on Susquehanna Street. Read more...

Wall of Honor Dedication at North Harford Middle School

North Harford Middle School (NHMS) will dedicate a Wall of Honor to family members who have served or are currently serving in one of the branches of the United States Military. The event will be held Tuesday, May 31 at 12:30 p.m. at the school. Read more...

Lt. Governor Brown Hosts MBE Conference at HCC

Harford Community College was the venue for the MBE University Conference held by Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown on May 23 to support Maryland’s minority and women-owned businesses and to highlight the State’s progress with minority business enterprises.  The conference was one of seven in a series of conferences that have traveled around the State offering training, opportunities and information on the tools necessary for minority and women-owned businesses to expand, create jobs, and thrive. Read more...

Harford Community College Holds 53rd Annual Commencement Ceremony

On Thursday, May 19, Harford Community College held its Fifty-Third Annual Commencement. In a traditional cap and gown ceremony, graduates of the Class of 2011 received the Associate’s degree and/or certificate at the event. Dr. Dennis Golladay, Harford Community College President, delivered the commencement address.

Harford Community College President Dr. Dennis Golladay joins Jordan Williams, who delivered the student address, and Kevin Miksis, Student Government Association President. Read more...

Harford County Shares the Road with Cyclists on Bike to Work Day

(Bel Air, MD) - - On Friday, May 20, some 126 cyclists participated in the ninth annual Bike to Work Day rally in Bel Air at the Harford County Government Administration Building. Bike to Work Day is a nationally observed day to encourage and recognize bicycling as a healthy, clean commuting option.

Each May Harford County Government celebrates Clean Commute Month with activities and events to highlight alternative transportation options such as using transit, walking, cycling, carpooling, and telecommuting.  Read more...

Public Invited to Annual Memorial Day Ceremony

Traditional Ceremony to Honor Marylanders killed in Iraq/Afghanistan

Members of the military with substantial ties to Maryland, killed since May 2010 while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, will be honored at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens’ annual Memorial Day Ceremony. The traditional ceremony, which salutes the men and women of the armed forces who have paid the highest price in defense of the United States of America, will take place Monday, May 30, 2011 at 10:00 a.m., in the Circle of the Immortals, Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. The observance is free and open to the public. Read more...

NCAA Youth LAX Tournament Weekend

Forty students from Frederick Douglass Academy in Brooklyn, NY, are arriving on May 28 at 10am at Broom's Bloom on Route 543 to tour a working dairy farm.

After that, they head to Baltimore City. They return here on SUNDAY, MAY 29 to participate in the NCAA Youth LAX Day Tournament at Cedar Lane Park in Bel Air and Carsins Run Field in Aberdeen. Read more...

Congratulations, YBES Patriots!

Youth’s Benefit Elementary School acknowledged 787 of its students who completed this year’s Patriot Program. The PTA presented the school with 2 large framed photographs of a “Living Flag” that was created by the entire student body to commemorate this year’s program. Read more...

College Savings Plans of Maryland Launches “Start Here. Go Anywhere.” Sweepstakes

Two winners will receive a $529 College Savings Plans of Maryland Account

(Baltimore, MD) –The College Savings Plans of Maryland, the independent Maryland State agency that offers two tax-advantaged 529 plans – the Prepaid College Trust and the College Investment Plan - announced the “Start Here. Go Anywhere.” Sweepstakes as part of an awareness campaign surrounding National 529 College Savings Day on May 29, 2011. Two (2) lucky individuals will be selected in a sweepstakes drawing to jump start their college savings with $529 in a College Savings Plans of Maryland account. Read more...

Patterson Mill Huskies Go For State Baseball Title!

After a tremendous season, and a big win over Dunbar on Tuesday afternoon, The Patterson Mill Huskies Baseball Team will compete for the State Title Championship on Saturday, May 28th at 1pm at Ripken Stadium. WE NEED YOU!!! Come out and support your local high school team! Read more...

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This Limited Edition kit consists of 6 flower glass beads as you know them, but from inside the Swarovski crystals sparkle like the most beautiful jewels.

Welcome summer with the limited White Flower, Antique Flower, Blue Flower, Purple Flower, Desert Flower and Pink Rose Flower. Read more...

HCC's Webb and Lynn Earn NJCAA All-American Accolades

BEL AIR, MD - A pair of Harford Community College women's lacrosse student-athletes were named 2011 NJCAA All-Americans as announced by the national office of Wednesday. Sophomores Holly Webb and Erin Lynn both received First-Team honors.

This marks the fifth All-American honor by a Harford Fighting Owl in the past two school years. Read more...

Bel Air New Car Dealers Memorial Day Weekend New Car Show & Sale

Free Training Offered on the New Maryland Workforce Exchange

For job developers and other service provider staff who work with job seekers with disabilities

(Bel Air, MD) - - The Harford County Department of Community Services Commission on Disabilities will be hosting a free training on the new Maryland Workforce Exchange on Thursday, May 26, from 9:00 a.m. to noon, at Aberdeen Workforce Center, 34 N. Philadelphia Boulevard in Aberdeen. Read more...

Senator Barry Glassman to Speak at the North Harford Republican Club

Senator Barry Glassman speaks at the North Harford Republican Club, Thursday, May 26th at 7:00pm at the Jarrettsville Library, 3722 Norrisville Road, Jarrettsville, MD. on Legislative Issues. Have your questions ready.

All Are Welcome. Refreshments served at 8:30pm. Read more...

“Technology Needs Teens” at Harford Community College on May 25

On May 25, Harford Community College will host 180 students from nine Harford County middle schools for the 4th Annual “TNT--Technology Needs Teens,” a day filled with science and technology fun. TNT is a one-day program for a select group of eighth grade students to learn from hands-on presentations by science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) professionals.

A variety of events will be held in Aberdeen and Bel Air Halls from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Read more...

GIS Analyst Erin Wiley Chosen as Employee of the Month for May

(Bel Air, MD) - - Erin Wiley, GIS Analyst for the Department of Planning & Zoning, has been chosen as the Harford County Employee of the Month for May. Wiley, a nine year employee of Harford County Government, was nominated for the award by Bel Air attorney John Gessner.

Like many other citizens and land use professionals, Gessner has frequently sought Ms. Wiley’s assistance in producing and printing maps and aerial imagery based on required specifications. Read more...

Her Vision, Her Voice: Forum for Women Interested in Running for Office

A consortium of groups will be presenting a forum for women interested in running for office on Tuesday night, May 24, at the HEAT Center in Aberdeen. The event will start at 5:30pm with light refreshments. Then, the Harford County Commission for Women will host the second annual Women of Tomorrow Awards. Read more...

Harford County Uses Solar Power at the Equestrian Barn

(Bel Air, MD) - - The Green Stars for this quarter are Paul Magness of the Department of Parks and Recreation and Bill McKean of DPW, Capital Projects. Bill and Paul were nominated for their integration of alternative energy into the roof replacement design at the Equestrian Barn. In total, five solar powered roof ventilation fans were installed as part of the Equestrian Barn Roof Replacement. This measure will save energy while reducing heat build-up and removing moisture from the space. The use of alternative energy to power the ventilation fans allows Harford County Government to take the next step towards sustainability. Read more...

AAUW Food Fight 2011

On May 23 at 6:30pm, come see four Harford County chefs battle it out in a cooking competition. Chefs from The Laurrapin, The Lodge, MacGregor's Restaurant and Pairings Bistro will compete at Harford Community College's Student Center Terrace. Read more...

12th Annual Garden Tour for AMC Harford County Chapter

The AMC Harford County Chapter is hosting its 12th Annual Garden Tour. May 22nd, 11:00-5:00. Rain or Shine. Tickets are $20 presale, $25 day of tour. Walk through these 8 beautiful gardens stops all located in Harford County and help fight cancers. Read more...

Make-A-Wish® Kids Triathlon

Sign up for the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of the Mid-Atlantic’s 2011 Make-A-Wish® Kids Triathlon on Sunday, May 22nd at Padonia Park Club! Kids between the ages of 5-14 will swim, run and bike to raise funds to help grant the wishes of local children with life-threatening medical conditions. In addition to the race, athletes and their families will enjoy a wonderful post-race picnic complete with games, prizes, activities, and an awards ceremony. Read more...

Harford Office of Drug Control Policy Hailed as Best in the State

(Bel Air, MD) - - Harford County Executive David R. Craig recently congratulated the staff of the Office of Drug Control Policy for their statewide recognition in substance abuse prevention programs.

The State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Administration (ADAA) published their annual report for fiscal year 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 3010), and according to their Prevention Program Activity Report, the Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP), a division within the Department of Community Services, served the greatest number of participants (a total of 23,517) of the 24 jurisdictions in Maryland. Baltimore City was second with 23,245, and Baltimore County was third with 23,134. Read more...

Crop with MOPS

Scrapbooking Crop on Saturday May 21 from 9 to 5 at Fallston United Methodist Church located at 1509 Fallston Road in Fallston.

$20 per person. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

For reservations please contact Jeanne @ 443-695-2018 or fumc.mops@yahoo.com. Read more...

Walk Your Talk and Let’s Make A Difference Together!

Joppa, MD:  So many times we TALK about getting involved and making a difference, but sometimes you just don’t follow through.  Let’s go beyond our TALK and WALK with us for the underserved children of Harford County.  Together we can make a difference --- one step at a time.   Extreme Family Outreach is looking for people who are willing to partner with us by participating in our 2nd Annual Walk-A-Thon on Saturday, May 21 from 10-11AM at Lake Serene on Brookside Drive in Edgewood. Read more...

Valleybrook Holds Third Annual Duck Derby to Benefit American Red Cross

Kingsville, MD -- As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, Valleybrook Country Club will hold its third annual Duck Derby on Saturday, May 21, from noon to 4 p.m. The proceeds from the event will be donated to the American Red Cross of Harford County. Read more...

Save at the Heartbeat Preakness Party this Girl's Night Out!

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Harford County Celebrates Kids C.A.N.

Over 150 people in attendance to honor the importance of mentors

Bel Air, MD – Each year the Harford County Department of Community Services’ Office of Drug Control Policy celebrates mentors, mentees, and program coordinators with the Kids C.A.N. (Caring Adult Network of Mentors) program. On Wednesday, May 11, the 2011 celebration was held at Chuck E. Cheese’s in Bel Air with more than 150 people in attendance. Participants enjoyed games, food, and entertainment while honoring Harford County mentors. Read more...

Girls Night Out Sneak Peek Party at Tiger Lily

We're ready for a fun night with something very special coming to Tiger Lily.

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Join us for a sneak peek pre-order party on Thursday, May 19 from 5-8pm.

Enjoy Chocolate and fun with the girls! Read more...

Harford County Community Mediation Program Honors Volunteer of the Year

(Bel Air, MD) - - Community Mediation Maryland (CMM) held its 6th Annual Gala recently at St. Mary’s High School in Annapolis. The Annual Gala honors Maryland’s volunteer mediators and celebrates achievements made over the past year. Read more...

Harford County Historic Preservation Commission Announces 2011 Award Recipients

(Bel Air, MD) The Harford County Historic Preservation Commission has announced its 16th annual award recipients during a breakfast ceremony at the Liriodendron Mansion on Gordon Street in Bel Air. County Executive David Craig began the morning by reading a proclamation declaring the month of May to be National Historic Preservation Month. Mr. James Chrismer, chairman of the Harford County Historic Preservation Commission, acted as master of ceremonies. Read more...

Katie Meadowcroft of Bel Air Named First-Ever “Miss Bel Air Independence Day”

(Bel Air, Maryland) Katie Meadowcroft of Bel Air has been selected by the Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc., to be its first-ever “Miss Bel Air Independence Day.” As such, she will serve as hostess for one of the region's largest 4th of July celebrations, taking place from dawn to night on Monday, July 4, 2011.

Miss Meadowcroft will give out prizes for the various competitions during the day, including the traditional frog and turtle events, appear at the Pancake Breakfast, lead the parade down Main Street Bel Air, and address the crowd from the reviewing stand. Read more...

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Bike to Work Day Scheduled for May 20

(Bel Air, MD) - - With spring in the air, Harford County and the Baltimore Metropolitan Council celebrate May as Clean Commute Month and May 20th as Bike to Work Day. County Executive David R. Craig urges everyone to bike to work or try cycling for fun, fitness, or transportation.

Rain or shine, the annual Bike to Work Day Rally will be held on Friday, May 20th from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Harford County Government Administration Building located at 220 South Main Street in Bel Air. Read more...

Harford Dance Theatre in Cinderella

Harford Dance Theatre will perform Cinderella May 20 and 21 at 5 and 7:30 PM and May 22 at 1 and 4 PM in the Chesapeake Theater located on the Harford Community College campus.

Help Cinderella find her Prince Charming in this fun-filled, storybook adventure brought to you by the same company that produces Harriet’s Happiest Halloween. Read more...

Small Business Conference Offers Expert Advice

Keeping your small business on track is always a challenge. Get new ideas, valuable resources and actionable strategies during Recession Breakaway, a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) event planned for Tuesday, May 17, from 6-9 p.m. in the Chesapeake Center at Harford Community College. This free conference features an expert panel prepared to answer a complete range of financial and business questions, and opening remarks by Harford County Executive David Craig. Read more...

Harford County Public Schools Named One of the 2011 “Best Communities for Music Education”

The NAMM Foundation has named Harford County Public Schools one of the 2011 “Best Communities for Music Education” through a survey that acknowledges schools and districts across the U.S. for their commitment and support of music education in schools. As the economy challenges state and local school budgets to adequately support education, the 174 school districts named by the NAMM Foundation demonstrate the unwavering commitment to provide music education for their students. Read more...

Karen Holt Named to 2011 List of Maryland’s Top 100 Women

[Aberdeen, MD] — Karen Holt, BRAC Manager for the Chesapeake Science & Security Corridor (CSSC), has been named to The Daily Record’s 2011 list of Maryland’s Top 100 Women.

The Daily Record’s annual list of Maryland’s Top 100 Women was created to recognize outstanding achievement by women as demonstrated through professional accomplishment, community leadership, and mentoring. Read more...

Family & Children’s Services Named Harford County’s Youth Services Bureau

Family & Children’s Services of Central Maryland was named Harford County’s Youth Services Bureau (YSB) by the Department of Juvenile Services, this month. Youth Services Bureau’s are community-based organizations that provide prevention and early intervention services for youth and their families. YSB’s focus on the prevention of delinquency, youth suicide, drug and alcohol abuse, and strive to enhance protective factors, while decreasing risk factors for youth and their families in the county they reside in. Currently there are 19 other YSB’s throughout Maryland. As a YSB, Family & Children’s Services hopes to bring additional funding for youth to Harford County. Read more...

HCC Student Named 2011 Coca-Cola Silver Scholar

Harford Community College is pleased to announce that HCC student Sarah Swatski has been named a 2011 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Silver Scholar. Sarah received a certificate, silver medallion, and a check for $1,250. Selection was based on scores earned in the All-USA Community College Academic Team competition.

Dr. Dennis Golladay, President of Harford Community College, and HCC Student Sarah Swatski. Read more...

Jason’s Music Center Piano Liquidation to be Held May 15

Jason’s Music Center, one of the oldest piano distributors in the country, will hold their 8th Annual Piano Liquidation on Sunday, May 15 at the Forest Hill Air Park. The highly-anticipated liquidation provides shoppers a rare opportunity to purchase top-quality pianos while supporting Harford County Public Schools (HCPS). Jason’s Music Center and Harford County Public Schools have had a unique partnership since 2002. To date, Jason’s Music Center has loaned pianos with a total value of more than $850,000 to HCPS to use in targeted schools. Read more...

National Travel and Tourism Week: May 7-15

Harford County Celebrates with Business Partners!

Annapolis, MD—Congress first established National Travel and Tourism Week in 1983 as a designated period of time when the power of travel is celebrated around the country through localized events. In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week, Harford County Executive, David R. Craig, will be hosting a Tourism Business Networking event at MacGregor’s Restaurant on May 12th from 4-6 pm. Read more...

Harford Family House Nominated to Win $30,000

Harford Family House has some exciting news to share with you! We are pleased to let you know we are taking part in a new initiative sponsored by Liberty Mutual Insurance, called the Like My Community project. We have been nominated by one of Liberty Mutual's local agents, Dana Temple, and our organization could potentially receive $30,000 to put towards helping homeless families with children right here in Harford County if we win!

At a cost of $21.43 per person per night of shelter, this is enough money to house a family of 4 for close to 1 year! But we need your help to secure this much needed funding! Read more...

Library Honors Volunteers at Annual Celebration

(Belcamp, Maryland) Harford County Public Library recently held its annual Volunteer Celebration. Themed Harford County Public Library Salutes Our Volunteers, this event celebrated the dedication of all its 1,273 library volunteers but particularly thanked the 150 volunteers that were in attendance.

Library staff celebrated Library volunteers at the Annual Volunteer Celebration. Pictured from left to right: Mary Hastler, Library Director; Carolyn Hargis, Library volunteer (5,000 hours); Wendy Galliher (accepting award for her mother, Dolores Garner – 2,000 hours); Nancy Miller Library volunteer (1,000 hours); Daria Parry, Associate Director. Read more...

Harford Community College Students Earn CLAD Certification

Christopher Hart and Edward Hassett are the first students in Harford Community College’s Engineering Technology program to earn Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD) certification from National Instruments (NI).

From left: Drew Pierce, National Instruments (NI) District Sales Manager; John Mayhorne, Dean of Business, Computing and Applied Technology at Harford Community College; HCC Student Edward Hassett; David Antol, Coordinator of Applied Technologies, Business Computing and Applied Technology Division at Harford Community College; and HCC Student Christopher Hart. Read more...

Family Fun & Arts Festival at Bel Air Town Center -- Free!

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