Bob Six Memorial Joust at Elkridge-Harford Hunt Club

The Amateur Jousting Club of Maryland will present a benefit match on July 9th on the grounds of the Elkridge-Harford Hunt Club to raise funds for the Historical Society of Harford County. The Bob Six Memorial Joust will take place beginning at 11:00 AM in the horse show/polo ring of the hunt club's facility at 3405 Pocock Road Monkton, Maryland 21111 at the corner of the Jarretsville Pike and next to Ladew Gardens. This is a family day and tailgate picnics are encouraged. There is no seating so please bring blankets or lawn chairs. (Please no pets). Read more...

Above & Beyond Summer Adventure Programs 2011

Harford County Department of Parks & Recreation is accepting registration for the Summer Adventure Programs beginning June 27.

Learn trust, cooperation and teamwork through games and low & high ropes elements held at Harford Glen and our rock climbing wall at Edgeley Grove. Ages 9-15 meet on Monday-Friday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm. Read more...

Route 40 Business Association Golf Tournament Benefits The Arc

2nd Annual Tournament Set for June 27 at MGCC

[ABERDEEN, MD] – Registration is underway for the Route 40 Business Association Golf Tournament to benefit The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region.

The tournament is scheduled for Monday, June 27 at Maryland Golf & Country Clubs in Bel Air, Maryland.

At the captain’s choice golf tournament, golfers will enjoy 18 holes of championship golf, cocktails, dinner reception, and awards, and a silent and live auction. There also includes a 10,000 Hole in One Contest, Putting Contest at the Turn and each golfer receives a $25 Gift Certificate to the Pro Shop. Read more...

Run for Shelter 4th Annual 5-K Run/2-K Fun Walk for FCCAU

The Welcome One Emergency Shelter operated by Faith Communities & Civic Agencies United (FCCAU) is excited to announce: 4th Annual Run for Shelter Race

Date: Saturday, June 25, 2011 (rain or shine)
Race Day Registration Time: 7:00-7:45 am
Start Time: 8:00 am
Location: Annie's Playground, 864 Smith Lane, Fallston, MD 21047
Course: Starts and ends at Annie's Playground and loops through the Ma & Pa Heritage Trail
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Jameel McClain Fitness & Football Clinic

Join Baltimore Raven Jameel McClain for a one day fitness and football clinic. The clinic will be held rain or shine (held indoors if it rains) on Saturday, June 25th at the Edgewood Boys and Girls Club located at 2002 Cedar Lane, Edgewood MD 21040 (off Hanson Rd in Edgewood).

Registration will be at 9:30am and the clinic begins at 10am.

Participants should bring a bagged lunch. A snack and water will be provided. The clinic will conclude at 3pm. All participants must be picked up no later than 3:30pm. Read more...

Men's Softball Teams Needed for Bel Air Rec Social League

The Bel Air Recreation Council's Social Slowpitch Softball Program currently has openings for two (2) men's teams. This league is a non-ASA and non-USSSA sanctioned "fun/social league" that allows players in a wide range of ages and abilities to play. It is not meant for highly competitive teams, but rather for groups of players from civic organizations, neighborhoods, church or social groups, and companies that just like to get together and play some ball. Read more...

Franchot Reports Sacked NFL Season Would Lead to Revenue Loss for Maryland

First in the nation study reveals revenue impact of lost season

Annapolis, MD – While joining the millions of National Football League (NFL) fans around the country in hoping that an agreement is soon reached, Comptroller Peter Franchot today announced that Maryland would lose more than just Sunday afternoon entertainment if the NFL season is lost. According to the study just released by the Comptroller’s Office, Maryland would lose an estimated $40 million in tax revenues if the entire season is canceled. Read more...

Golf Tourney to Benefit Pathfinders for Autism

June 24 at Wetlands Golf Course, 740 Gilbert Road in Aberdeen. Proceeds to benefit Pathfinders for Autism. Registration: 7-7:45am. Shotgun Start: Promptly at 8am.

Entry Fee: $100 per person. Price includes: All you can drink while golfing, 18 holes, Best Ball Scramble, Bucket of range balls, Dinner and drinks at The Main Street Tower. Read more...

Summer Fun Camp in Darlington!

The Wilson Ministry Center in Darlington is hosting a summer camp program for kids ages 5 – 15 years to run for 10 weeks --- the entire summer! --- beginning June 20th through August 26th. Hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm.

The Center has an outdoor playground, basketball court and plenty of space where kids can run and play. Activities include a variety of games, recreation, arts/crafts, music, special guest presentations, weekly theme projects and more! Read more...

Teen Boat Building School at Havre de Grace Maritime Museum

We have a few spaces left for the Chesapeake Bay Wooden Boat Builders Teen Boat Building School at the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. To sign up please contact the Harford County Community College with whom the Museum is partnering with.

The school is from June 20-25 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Read more...

Race Across The World at John Carroll High School

SATURDAY, JUNE 18. Come on out and join us for a family fun day and jog-a-thon to benefit CHILDREN OF ZION VILLAGE, an orphanage in Namibia, Africa. The children at the orphanage will be running laps on the same day as we do so here in Bel Air.

Sponsor one of our African kids as he/she runs. Find sponsors to support you as you run. Enjoy music, games and food from our concession stand. All proceeds to benefit the orphanage. Read more...

Parent Cheerleading Team Named National Champions

With palms sweaty, knees shaking and excitement building in their stomach's, the 14 member PARENT Competitive Cheerleading Team-Eastern Elite Entourage took the stage at Cheer and Dance Extreme's Grand National Championships recently and walked away with a NATIONAL TITLE!

Eastern Elite Entourage is a team comprised of 14 cheerleading and dance parents, ranging in age from 25 to 50 years old-most have never cheered before. A couple haven't cheered or danced since high school. Read more...

HCC Baseball’s Wilson Named Second-Team All-American

BEL AIR, MD - Harford baseball's James Wilson was named a 2011 NJCAA Division I All-American. The freshman shortstop earned Second-Team honors as announced by the national committee.

Wilson led the team and ranked third in the conference with a .430 batting average, a total that ranked in the national top 20 among all Division I players. He totaled 68 hits, 15 doubles and led the team with 54 RBIs. He also currently has a 23-game hitting streak to carry over into next season. Read more...

Ben Grubbs Charity Softball Game

On Sunday, June 5th at 2:30pm, the Ben Grubbs Charity Softball Game will be played at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen, MD. Special guests include: Ray Rice, Michael Oher, Joe Flacco, Lardarius Webb, and many more.

More information and tickets available online. All proceeds will go to the Ben Grubbs foundation which will benefit the Park Heights Boys and Girls Club. 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Fourth Annual boys 2 MEN All Star Basketball Game Scheduled for May 6

The Fourth Annual boys 2 MEN All Star Basketball Game versus the Harford County Sheriff’s Office will be held Friday, May 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Edgewood High School. Alumni from Aberdeen High School, Edgewood High School, Harford Technical High School, Joppatowne High School, Patterson Mill High School and City High School will be playing on the boys 2 MEN team. Read more...