Shopping Links

The Boulevard at Box Hill Emmorton Road, Bel Air South The Festival at Bel Air 5 Bel Air South Parkway, Bel Air, MD 21015 Harford Mall 696 A Bel Air Road, Bel Air, MD 21014 Downtown Havre de Grace Main Street 121 N. Union Ave., HdG, MD 21078 Downtown Bel Air Main Street 37 N. Main Street, Bel Air, MD 21014

www.boulevardatboxhill.com www.festivalatbelair.com www.harfordmall.com 410-879-9319 www.mainstreethdg.com 410-939-1811 www.downtownbelair.com 443-823-1797

On-Line Shopping Links

Sephora Saks 5th Avenue Macys Kohls Jcpenney

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Warehouse Sales
Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet Store (Aberdeen) 410-297-5200 Hickory Ridge Industrial Park, 500 Hickory Place, Aberdeen, MD 21001

Local Wine
Piedmont Wine Trail www.piedmontwinetrail.com

Christmas Tree Farms

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www.HarfordFarms.com

Applewood Farm, LLC - 4435 Prospect Road, Whiteford, 410-836-1140 www.applewoodfarm.org Deer Creek Valley Tree Farm - 3744 Ady Road, Street, 410-452-9793 http://www.home.iximd.com/~rwmuir/treefarm.html Environmental Evergreens - 3631 Berkley Road, Darlington, 410-457-4766 Evergreen Farm - 4219 Webster Road, Havre de Grace, 410-939-0659 www.evergreenfarminc.com Hale Tree Farm 4827 Norrisville Road, White Hall, 410-557-7892 www.haletreefarm.com Hickory Hill Farm - 3123 Copenhaver Road Street, MD 21154, 410-838-2820 www.hickoryhilltrees.com Jarrettsville Nurseries - 4302 St. Clair Bridge Road and Holy Cross Road, Jarrettsville, Trees for Troops, Santa, Over 100,000 Christmas trees, Train Garden 410-557-9677, www.jntrees.com Jones Family Farm 2100 Philadelphia Rd., Edgewood, & 3500 Prospect Rd., Street, 410-676-3709. www.jonesproducefarm.com Rock Hollow Tree Farm - 4105 Federal Hill Road, Jarrettsville, 410-692-5575

Model Railroads
November 24th December 31st CHRISTOPHER'S TRAIN GARDEN AT BROOM'S BLOOM DAIRY Tuesday through Sunday - Noon - 8:00 pm Location: Broom's Bloom Dairy, 1700 S. Fountain Green Rd., Bel Air Train garden displayed in memory of Christopher Cooper by his family and friends. One section is dedicated to Bel Airs Main Street. Activities for children, Santa Claus on weekends from Noon 2 pm. Cookie decorating. Donations accepted. 410-399-COWS (2697). www.bbdairy.com November 23rd - January 13th 31st ANNUAL HOLIDAY TRAIN GARDEN Jarrettsville Volunteer Fire Company, 3825 Federal Hill Rd., Jarrettsville Open 6:30-9:00 pm Fridays, 1:00 pm 9:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Open 9:00 am 9:00 pm on December 8 for Craft Fair. Also,6:30 9:00 pm Dec. 26, 27 & 31 and 1:00 pm-9 pm January 1. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The second in a series of Jarrettsville collectors train cars will be on sale. 410-692-7890. www.jarrettsvillefc.com November 23rd January 6th HOLIDAY RAILROAD DISPLAY BY MASON DIXON LARGE SCALE RAILROAD SOCIETY Bel Air Town Center, 500 Block of Baltimore Pike, Bel Air Open Thursday and Friday, 5:00 pm 8:00 pm, Saturday, Noon 8:00 pm, Sunday, Noon-4:00 pm. View two G-gauge layouts: a large 72 foot long modular layout with scratch-built model structures depicting local area and lots of animate scenes. Smaller Christmas tree layout with illuminated buildings in a wintry scene will be in store window. Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, and New Years Day. www.mdlsrs.com Weekends from November 24th - December 16th 10:00 am-4:00 pm APPLEWOOD FARMS 4435 Prospect Road, Whiteford. In addition to model train displays, take a ride on the Applewood Express, a narrow gauge 1870's vintage steam train that will carry guests on a scenic 6/10 mile tour of the lower meadow area of Applewood Farm. The Herschell S-24 "Iron Horse" locomotive is a classic antique. Ride the Applewood Express for $3; Free to kids under 3 yrs (must be accompanied by an adult). New in 2012, Applewood Christmas Illuminations Driving Tour! Begins Dec. 15 & 16; 22 & 23; 26 30; 5 8 pm; $10/car www.applewoodfarm.org November 17th December 16th HARFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY TRAIN DISPLAY 143 N. Main Street, Bel Air. Trains at the Historical Society headquarters. Call for times 410-838-7691. www.HarfordHistory.org

Santa Sightings
Photos with Santa
Harford Mall November 10th December 24th, www.harfordmall.com December 3rd and 10th Pet Photos with Santa

Breakfast/Brunch with Santa:

November 24th - Chesapeake Cancer Alliance Breakfast with Santa at Applebees (1225 Churchville Road, Bel Air) 8:00 am-10:00 am. December 8th, 9th & 16th - Silks Restaurant at Bulle Rock, 10:00 am 1:00 p.m., www.bullerock.com December 1st 9:00 am or 11:00 am at The Grille at Mountain Branch www.mountainbranch.com

Santa also appears at:

Aberdeens Christmas Street Parade on December 1st Bel Airs Christmas on Main on December 2nd Havre de Grace Christmas Parade & Light Up Night on December 7th

Gift Wrapping:
Harford Mall in Bel Air: December 14th 24th, 10 am 10 pm; Chesapeake Cancer Alliance Gift Wrap.

Holiday Events
NOVEMBER 2ND 25TH CHRISTMAS IN THE WOODS Mon-Thurs and Sat 10:00 am 5:00 pm, Fri 10 am- 8 pm, Sun Noon 5:00 pm Rockfield Manor, 501 Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD There will be: handicrafts, collectibles, antique furniture, decorations, gifts, childrens accessories and toys, specialty foods and much more. 410-638-4565, www.christmasinthewoods.com NOVEMBER 23RD CHESAPEAKE CANCER ALLIANCE WINE DOWN 5:00 8:00 pm Bel Air Armory Come "Wine Down" after a hectic day shopping or at work. Enjoy delicious hors doeuvres, while sipping a glass of wine, listening to music by John Sobis and previewing this years decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses. Tickets are at Heartbeat, Prestons Stationery, La Chic Salon or 410-838-4273 (all areas), 443-502-2242 (Havre de Grace only). www.chesapeakecanceralliance.org NOVEMBER 26TH SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Enjoy the savings and promotions at shops, boutiques, and restaurants in Downtown Bel Air and Havre de Grace. www.downtownbelair.com and www.mainstreethdg.com NOVEMBER 24TH 25TH CHESAPEAKE CANCER ALLIANCE FESTIVAL OF TREES Sat. 10:00-6:00 pm & Sun. 10:00 4:00 pm Bel Air Armory, 35 N. Main St, Bel Air Trees & gingerbread houses decorated by local community groups & businesses and sold by silent auction all weekend; Gingerbread house display, boutiques, fresh wreaths & greens, children's crafts and games, bake table & lunch deli. $6- children under 12 free when accompanied by adult. 410-836-7226, www.chesapeakecanceralliance.org NOVEMBER 27TH, 28TH, 29TH HOLIDAY WORKSHOP, WREATHS AND BOXWOOD TREES & KISSING BALLS 10 am 2 pm Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, Use an aromatic variety of greens to create wreaths, boxwood trees and kissing balls using fresh greens. 410-557-9570; www.ladewgardens.com DECEMBER 1ST ABERDEEN CHRISTMAS STREET PARADE 7:00 am 7:00 pm Day-long event at various locations throughout Aberdeen, culminating with Street Parade at 3 pm. Events begin with Breakfast with Santa, Grace Methodist Church, 100 W. Bel Air Ave., 7 to 11 am. Tickets can be purchased at door. Christmas Craft Fair, Aberdeen Fire House, North Rogers Street, Aberdeen. 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Christmas Street Parade begins on West Bel Air Avenue and Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive on their sleigh. Tree lighting immediately following parade. 410-272-1600, www.aberdeen-md.org

DECEMBER 1ST 2ND HARFORD DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER The Amoss Center at Harford Community College Ring in the season with a holiday classic and take a magical journey with Clara to the Land of the Sweets. Magnificent scenery, gorgeous costumes, and exquisite dancing. Check website for performance schedule. Price Range $8 to $15. 443-412-2211, www.harford.edu/Cultural DECEMBER 1ST REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE HOLIDAY STYLE Join us at the Estuary Center to learn about ways to lower your impact this holiday season and make a fun craft from household items to decorate your home! Bring old/used Cds, cardboard tubes, cereal boxes, flower pots or soda cans. All ages. 10:00 a.m. Noon; Free; Anita Leight Estuary Center; 700 Otter Point Rd.; Abingdon; 410-612-1688; http://www.otterpointcreek.org DECEMBER 1st NATURES GIFT Use natural materials to make a striking frame for a favorite picture to gift to your parents this holiday season. Bring the photo you want to use with you. Ages 5 - 9. 2:00 3:00 pm; $4; Anita Leight Estuary Center; 700 Otter Point Rd.; Abingdon; 410-612-1688; http://www.otterpointcreek.org DECEMBER 2nd 23RD ANNUAL BEL AIR CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 2:45 pm - 6:00 pm Main Street, Bel Air Bel Airs Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. 2:30 3:30 pm Courtland Street Concert; Parade begins at corner of Main St. & Churchville Rd., proceeds north to right on Lee St. & ends at Hickory Ave. with floats, marching bands, Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus & much more. Immediately following parade there will be seasonal music, bonfire, hot chocolate and cookies in Shamrock Park along with a tree lighting. Free. 443-823-1797, www.belairmd.org (Note: The Celebration will be CANCELLED in the event of serious weather, including
excessive cold. Announcement on WXCY-FM 103.7, WAMD-AM 680 and on WBAL-AM 1090 on Sunday, December 2nd, 12:00 pm. No make-up date.)

DECEMBER 2nd HOLIDAY GREENS CELEBRATION Enjoy a brisk, sunny day and create a wreath or swag to brighten the holiday season. Refreshments provided. Cookie exchange. All ages under 14 w/adult. $8; 1:00 4:00 pm; Anita Leight Estuary Center; 700 Otter Point Rd., Abingdon; 410-612-1688; http://www.otterpointcreek.org DECEMBER 2ND THIRD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS WITH THE KRINGLES Havre de Grace Activity Center, 351 Lewis Lane. A holiday party for the community. Carolers, crafts to make and take, dancing with MC Productions, refreshments and a meeting with Mr. & Mrs. Kringle to present your wish list. 410-939-6724. www.hdgrec.org

DECEMBER 2ND HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT HAYS HOUSE 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Hays House, 324 Kenmore Avenue, Bel Air The museum is festively arrayed in natural decorations for the holidays. Music by the Catherine Street Consort. 410-838-7691; www.harfordhistory.net DECEMBER 3RD, 4TH, & 5TH HOLIDAY WORKSHOP, FRESH ARRANGEMENTS & WREATHS AT LADEW 10 am 2 pm Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton, Design centerpieces and mantel decorations using greens and an assortment of fresh cuttings. 410-557-9570; www.ladewgardens.com DECEMBER 5TH SALON: HOLIDAYS IN HARFORD COUNTY: LIVING TRADITIONS AND MEMORIES PAST 3:30 5:00 pm Hays Heighe House, Harford Community College, Room 201, 401 Thomas Run Road, Bel Air Free and open to the public. 443-412-2495 DECEMBER 7TH HAVRE DE GRACE FIRST FRIDAY, CHRISTMAS PARADE & TREE LIGHTING 6:00 pm 8:00 pm Downtown Havre de Grace - corner of Washington Street & St. John Street; Annual Christmas parade and tree lighting. Santa is coming to town! 410-939-1811, www.mainstreethdg.com DECEMBER 7TH 9TH CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE & GREENS SALE AT LADEW 11:00 am 4:00 pm Ladew Topiary Gardens 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton The circa 1747 Manor House is festively decorated by volunteers and garden clubs in honor of the holiday season. Greens, arrangements and gifts for sale. This years theme is Eat, Drink & Be Merry! Members free, Adult $10, Senior/Student $8, Kids $2. 410-557-9570 www.ladewgardens.com DECEMBER 7TH - 9TH BABES IN TOYLAND 8:00 pm 10:00 pm Harford Community College Chesapeake Theater, 401 Thomas Run Road, Bel Air Join Widow Piper, Bo-Peep, Miss Muffet, Goldilocks and other Mother Goose friends as they help Alan and Mistress Mary defeat the wicked villain Barnaby in this charming musical tale. Sure to delight your holiday spirits. Recommended for all ages! http://www.harford.edu/cultural DECEMBER 8TH MOZART AND TCHAIKOVSKY JAZZED UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS 7:30 pm 9:00 pm Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air The Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra will perform the popular Trepak from the original then Duke Ellingtons jazzed up version of the Nutcracker Suite. A Hanukah Celebration is full of great tunes of the 7

season arranged in a medley for the orchestra. Brian will also conduct movie composer Erich Wolfgang Korngolds The Snowman Overture. The concert will conclude with the usual Sing Along and will be fun for the entire family. Tickets range from $ 20- $10. www.ssorchestra.org DECEMBER 8TH NATURAL ORNAMENT WORKSHOP Create unique ornaments using natural materials. Refreshments will be offered to aid your creativity. All ages under 12 w/adult, 2:00 4:00 pm; Anita Leight Estuary Center; 700 Otter Point Rd., Abingdon; 410-612-1688; http://www.otterpointcreek.org DECEMBER 8TH 9TH CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE AT STEPPINGSTONE FARM MUSEUM 12 noon 4:00 pm 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace, MD Tour the historic farmhouse decorated for the holidays; cookies & cider served in the kitchen; Christmas music in the parlor; country store open for holiday shopping. 410-939-2299 www.steppingstonemuseum.org DECEMBER 8TH 9TH CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE AT THE SUSQUEHANNA LOCK HOUSE MUSEUM Sat.9:00 am 5:00 pm, Sun. Noon 8:00 pm Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo Street, Havre de Grace Historical setting for traditional holiday shopping. One-of-a-kind items, fresh greens. Free, 410-939-5780, www.thelockhousemuseum.org DECEMBER 9TH 6th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TEA FUNDRAISER FOR CHESAPEAKE HERITAGE CONSERVANCY Join us for a fun-raiser elegant 5 course tea and silent auction. Fresh fruit, soup, scones, dainty sandwiches, savory desserts in a delightful setting. Help solve the mystery, Gone with the Breeze. Come meet out Southern Belles, help solve the mystery and enjoy this Tea Fit for a Queen. All to benefit the Skipjack Martha Lewis. Advance ticket purchase required: http://mysterytea.eventbrite.com; 2:00 4:00 pm; Vandiver Inn; 301 South Union Avenue; Havre de Grace; 410-939-4078; http://www.chesapeakeheritage.org DECEMBER 9TH ANNUAL AMC HOLIDAY HOUSE TOUR 11:00 am 5:00 pm Self-guided tour of decorated homes across Harford County to benefit AMC Cancer Research and Johns Hopkins. $20 pre-sale, $25 day of tour Tickets at Prestons, Richardsons Florist, Tea by Two, Simply Grande, Brooms Bloom Dairy & Krohs Nursery, 410-734-4808, www.amchcc.weebly.com DECEMBER 9TH CHRISTMAS GREENS SALE AND OPEN HOUSE AT HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HARFORD COUNTY 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street Society volunteers will have freshly made wreaths, swags, centerpieces and other table arrangements for sale along with freshly cut loose greens. Traditional, holly, magnolia, boxwood, and a wide variety of evergreen (pine, fir, cedar, etc) are available. The Society will be decorated for Christmas and light refreshments will be served. Gift shop, refreshments, free admission. www.HarfordHistory.net

DECEMBER 9TH COLONIAL CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS CONCERT WITH MUSICA ANTIQUA & TEA 4:00 6:00 pm Emmanuel Church, 301 N Main Street, Bel Air Exquisite annual holiday concert by Musica Antiqua performing in costume on period instruments. Tea in the British tradition follows the concert. $20 pp, Reservations required. 410-592-8693. www.emmanuel.ang-md.org DECEMBER 9TH 40TH ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF HISTORIC HAVRE DE GRACE 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Downtown Havre de Grace Tour historic homes and buildings. Enjoy the illuminated streets of Havre de Grace! Tickets sold at HdG Visitor Center, 450 Pennington Avenue. $15, 410-939-4092, www.thelockhousemuseum.org DECEMBER 9TH BEL AIR COMMUNITY BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT 3:00 pm Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air Enjoy a variety of contemporary and traditional band and wind ensemble music appropriate to the holiday season. www.belaircommunityband.org DECEMBER 14TH 2nd ANNUAL HOLIDAY MOVIE NIGHT 6:00 pm 9:00 pm Come see The Polar Express at the Bel Air Armory. Admission is Free. Popcorn for $1. Bring a new and unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots. 443-823-1797, www.downtownbelair.com DECEMBER 15TH CCA CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR 1:00 pm 6:00 pm A Christmas tour of eight homes in the Bel Air area festively decorated by homeowners. Fundraiser for Chesapeake Cancer Alliance. 410-838-4273. Newly renovated Bel Air Presbyterian Church open for refreshments. Tickets sold at Krohs Nursery, Prestons Stationery, Simply Grande Home Furnishings, Johnathans Weddings & Flowers, La Chic Salon & Bulle Rock Residents Center. www.chesapeakecanceralliance.org DECEMBER 15TH HANDEL'S MESSIAH 7:30 pm St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 1200 Churchville Rd., Bel Air Full chorus with orchestra and soloists. Adults $20, Seniors $15, Students $10, Children under 13 Free; Harford Choral Society. 410-836-2773, www.harfordchoralsociety.org DECEMBER 15TH HARFORD BALLET COMPANY PRESENTS THE NUTCRACKER 1:00 pm and 6:00 p.m. Aberdeen High School, Aberdeen 9

A timeless tradition for the entire family, The Nutcracker will captivate audiences with the story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle the evil Rat King in a sword duel and travel to the enchanted Land of the Sweets. The beautiful Tchaikovsky score is easily recognized by all audience members and when combined with exquisite costumes, splendid scenery and radiant choreography. 410-877-0777, www.harfordballetcompany.org DECEMBER 16TH A CHESAPEAKE CHRISTMAS 3:00 pm 5:00 pm Havre de Grace Maritime Museum, 100 Lafayette Street, Havre de Grace Annapolis duo Calico Jack joins forces with Seattle-based William Pint and Felicia Dale and Washington DCs Jennifer Cutting and Steve Winick for an evening of seasonal songs from the maritime traditions of the Eastern Shore and the world beyond. Sit back with a cup of spiced cider and revel in songs and stories about skipjacks, oystering and holidays afloat. 410-939-4800, www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org DECEMBER 16TH BEL AIR COMMUNITY CHORUS PRESENTS A FAMILY HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Bel Air High School, 100 Heighe Street, Bel Air 443-752-6555 DECEMBER 20th 23rd GIRL'S NIGHT OUT AND LAST CHANCE WEEKEND 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Sun. 1:00 4:00 pm Downtown Bel Air Designed especially for the ladies. Features extended shopping hours, discounts and specials at downtown boutiques and restaurants. Look for red, heart-shaped balloons outside participating restaurants & shops. Extended shopping hours all weekend.www.downtownbelair.com DECEMBER 30TH HAVRE DE GRACE HISTORIC CHURCH TOUR 2:00 pm 4:00 pm Begin at Havre de Grace Methodist Church, 101 S. Union Avenue Enjoy a self-guided tour of the 19th & 20th century churches of Havre de Grace. Beautiful stained glass windows, Christmas decorations & Nativity scenes. Presented by Susquehanna Ministerium. Free. List of participating churches at 101 S. Union Ave. or at Visitor Center at 450 Pennington Ave. 410-939-2464 DECEMBER 31ST HAVRE DE GRACE NEW YEAR'S EVE DUCK DROP AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY Close to Midnight Havre de Grace Middle School/Havre de Grace Activity Center, 401 Lewis Lane Begin the countdown to 2013 by enjoying the annual Duck Drop and great fireworks display! Free. 410-939-2100, www.hdgtourism.com

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We wish you a very Happy and Healthy Holiday Season!

David R. Craig County Executive Harford County Government 220 S. Main Street Bel Air, MD 21014

www.harfordmd.com www.harfordcountymd.gov www.harfordbusiness.org

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