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SUMMARY:Paranormal Night at the Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to experience a real-life ghost hunt? Research so far confirms that spirits are roaming the Historical Society’s halls. You are invited to join Above and Below Paranormal Investigation’s team of professional paranormal investigators on Saturday\, April 12\, 2025 from 6 pm to 2 am. Doors open at 5:30pm. Be a part of the search. \nParticipants must be at least 18 years of age. The event will be limited to 24 guests. Light refreshments will be available. Participants may bring their own investigation devices\, but they must be cleared by the Paranormal Investigation Leader. Please note that tickets are limited and will be sold on a first come first serve basis. \nNote: Participants must bring identification to the event. No alcohol\, drugs\, weapons\, spark or flame producing items or Quija Boards will be permitted.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/paranormal-night-at-the-historical-society-2/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Harford County\, 143 N Main St.\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:How to Research Your Historic Property\, Presentation by Christiana Limniatis & Jacob Bensen
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to learn more about the history of your property? What resources are available\, and where to find them? Christiana Limniatis\, a historian with  Preservation Maryland\, and Jacob Bensen\, Harford County’s Historic Preservation Planner\, will share their voluminous knowledge about researching properties\, preservation programs\, and resources available to owners of historic buildings and homes. The speakers will describe research techniques\, then follow with hands-on assistance for those who would like to research their properties in the vast resources of the Historical Society. This is a free event\, but registration is encouraged.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/how-to-research-your-historic-property-presentation-by-christiana-limniatis-jacob-bensen/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Harford County\, 143 N Main St.\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:Land Surveying in Harford and Beyond\, Presentation by James Boggs
DESCRIPTION:Join James Boggs\, PhD. as he introduces his audience to the intricacies and history of land surveying. Dr. Boggs will share his collection of historic surveying equipment and stories of working with Rector William Smith at St. Mary’s Church in Emmorton\, surveying the church cemetery for his good friend while stationed at APG\, along with many other stories about the impacts of land surveys on our daily lives.   This is a unique opportunity to learn how these lines are drawn and actually have a hands-on experience with some of this fascinating equipment. Dr. Boggs will be joined by Claudine Adams to tell the story of the Society’s Deaton Collection. Glen Deaton was the county surveyor from 1951 until 1970s. This collection provides a graphic image of Harford County moving from a rural enclave to the beginning of suburban expansion.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/land-surveying-in-harford-and-beyond-presentation-by-james-boggs/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Harford County\, 143 N Main St.\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Harford: The Shot Heard Round the World
DESCRIPTION:On April 19\, 1775\, the Battle of Lexington and Concord commences. Now\, just a few weeks later\, the News has reached Harford County. How does the News reach the colonists? What is their reaction? Learn this amazing story from local historians as we celebrate Maryland 250 at the Hays House. Free event. Donations appreciated.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/revolutionary-harford-the-shot-heard-round-the-world/
LOCATION:Hays House\, 324 N Kenmore Ave\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hay's House Event
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SUMMARY:Harford Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, May 21\, 2025\, at the Maryland Golf and Country Clubs\, HSHC will formally induct athletes\, coaches and administrators into the Harford Sports Hall of Fame! \nTimeline\n\n5PM-6PM: VIP cocktail hour for Inductees and their plus one\, Sponsors\, Board of Trustees\, and sports committee members.\n6:00PM: Entire Maryland Room open to all the guests. Tables with seating for 8.\n6:30PM: Guests take their seats for dinner.\n7:00PM: Dinner Buffet to open.\n7:30PM: Video of all inductees to start once every table has been to buffet.\n8:15PM: Inductees to be given award and thank you speech.\n9:00PM: Event Concludes\n\nPurchase Tickets \nList of Inductees\n\nFrank Dagostin – 40-year Bel Air and Harford County Parks and Recreation coach\, administrator and co-founder\nRandy McMillan – All State Football for North Harford; All JUCO for HCC and All Big East for Pitt; 8 years NFL\nDick Fordyce – Football coach of perennial National JUCO powerhouse\, HCC\nRob Shek – Bel Air HS; Lax All-American Towson Univ; 2X member of USA lax\, World Champion lax 2x\nThori Staples Bryan – 3X event state champ track JT high school; 3X All ACC soccer; 10 yr Team USA Soccer member\nAlice Hopkins – all IAAM field hockey and tennis John Carroll; 11x State Champion coach Fallston Field Hockey; 2x IAAM champion coach John Carroll\nPhyllis Hemmes – 55-year teacher\, state champion coach and AD Bel Air HS and Upper Chesapeake Athletic Association\nDr Karen Stout – Sun’s 1st athlete of the year to be female; played Field Hockey/softball U of DE; CEO of Achieving The Dream\, (network of 300 Community Colleges)\n\nNominate an Athlete \nSponsorships\n\nPresenting and Dinner Sponsor – 8 tickets and VIP hour: $5000\nBeverage Sponsor – 4 tickets and VIP hour: $2000\nAwards Sponsor – 2 tickets and VIP hour: $1000\nVideo Sponsor – 2 tickets and VIP hour: $500\nFriends of the Historical Society – VIP hour plus 1: $250\nAdvertising Spaces Available: $125 – $500\n\nPurchase Sponsorship \nMissing the event? You can still make a difference!\nSupport the HCHS Sports Hall of Fame by donating today. Your generosity helps honor local legends and inspire the next generation of athletes. Every contribution counts! \nDonate Now
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/harford-sports-hall-of-fame/
LOCATION:Maryland Golf and Country Club\, 1335 E Macphail Rd\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21015\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Last Raid\, Author Event & Book Signing with Tom Guercio and Diana Guercio Prentice
DESCRIPTION:Step back to the Bel Air of the 1930s and 1940s with authors Thomas Guercio and Diana Guercio Prentice. Learn about the days of the Bel Air Race Track\, the “Graw\,” boxing at the Armory\, poker at the Argonne\, and gambling at “The Hole.” These good old days included bookmaking\, moonshine\, and so much more. \nGuercio’s story is told through the reminiscences of George Van Bibber\, a friend of the authors’ father. Sam Guercio\, an Italian immigrant\, settled in Bel Air in 1932. Several of his family members were already residents and local business owners. If you are of a certain age\, you may remember visiting Sam’s Barbershop\, the family’s Shoe Repair shop on Burns Alley\, Guercio’s Grocery Store\, or perhaps Sam & Gorrell’s bookmaking parlor in Fallston. This promises to be a fascinating story. The event is free. Registration is encouraged. Books will be available for purchase.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/the-last-raid-author-event-book-signing-with-tom-guercio-and-diana-guercio-prentice/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Harford County\, 143 N Main St.\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:Abraham Lincoln & the United Stated Colored Troops
DESCRIPTION:Calling all history buffs\, especially those who love delving into the Civil War. You will not want to miss joining the Sgt. Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Fund Committee for their Ninth Annual Memorial Fundraiser. Join us for this free event on Saturday\, June 7\, 2025\, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Historical Society of Harford County Headquarters building on Main Street. Featured speakers include The Honorable William R. Martin\, Mayor of Havre de Grace\, Mr. Duke Thompson\, Abraham Lincoln Reenactor\, and Mr. Michael Woods\, Civil War Historian. Delve into the precipitating factors for the war and look at where Harford County citizens stood regarding the war. Glance into President Abraham Lincoln’s mindset surrounding the use of Black soldiers and explore how Union General Benjamin Butler planned to utilize these new recruits in the war effort. \nThis annual event raises funds to support the Committee’s efforts to fund yearly scholarships (administered through Harford Community College) for four deserving students. It helps fund the other programs of the Sgt. Hilton Committee in reaching their mission of Preserving Sgt. Hilton’s memory\, establishing a memorial in his honor\, educating the public about Harford County’s only native Medal of Honor recipient and highlighting the impact of the nearly 185\,000 United States Colored Troops who valiantly fought for the Union during the war. Learn not only about Sgt. Hilton and his family connections here in Harford County\, but how you can help in our efforts to locate and appropriately identify the final resting places of USCT soldiers buried throughout Harford County. Donations are welcomed\, and sponsorships are highly encouraged. We hope to see you at this wonderful event. Be sure to mark your calendars and preregister now on the HSHC website to join us for this exciting afternoon of learning. Seating is limited and must be reserved. \nVisit the Sgt. Hilton website to donate or become a sponsor at https://www.sgtalfredbhiltonfoundation.com/donations/.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/abraham-lincoln-the-united-stated-colored-troops/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Harford County\, 143 N Main St.\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:History of Flags in America
DESCRIPTION:Flag Day is held each year on June 14\, celebrating the adoption of the American flag design in 1777. What did America’s first flag look like? Who sewed it? The answers may surprise you. Visit the Hays House to learn the fascinating details. Free event. Donations appreciated
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/history-of-flags-in-america/
LOCATION:Hays House\, 324 N Kenmore Ave\, Bel Air\, MD\, 21014\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Bees! What is Happening in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:What is the current situation with bees? Hear a presentation on the bee population’s loss and pollinators’ importance. To add to the fun\, take the time to visit the Hays House pollinator garden. Free event. Donations appreciated.
URL:https://dev.harfordhistory.org/event/the-importance-of-bees-what-is-happening-in-the-garden/
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