March 2010 March in Harford County will have you singing in the.....snow! Popular musicals, Irish Chorales, even a tribute to ABBA comes to town this month. The Winds and Words of War Exhibit at the Public Library opens this month and is a must see! And don't miss the annual (and delicious) Chocolate Festival and St. Patty's festivities in Downtown Bel Air. Watch the video blog- Wini gives you 10 ways to survive until Spring! Annie sang it best: "The Sun will come out....." March 5th - March 14th - ANNIE THE MUSICAL March 5th - 3RD ANNUAL CHOCOLATE & WINE AFFAIRE March 5th - March 28th - SPRINGTIME IN THE WOODS CRAFT SHOW March 6th - CHARLIE ZAHM CELTIC, MARITIME & TRADITIONAL AMERICAN MUSIC March 6th - 9TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATE & CANDY FESTIVAL March 6th - THE SUSQUEHANNA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS AMERICAN MUSIC March 6th - AMHRANAI NA GAEILGE-AN IRISH JOURNEY PERFORMED BY THE IRISHMANS CHORALE March 7th - 2010 WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA March 13th - BJORN AGAIN - THE ABBA EXPERIENCE March 19th - JUNIE B. JONES March 19th - May 31 - WINDS AND WORDS OF WAR: POSTERS AND PRINTS March 20th - CHILDREN'S DAY March 27th - OPENING DAY AT LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS March 5th to March 14th ANNIE THE MUSICAL The entire family will leave the theater humming such memorable songs as "It's the Hard-Knock Life", "Easy Street", "I Don't Need Anything But You", and "Tomorrow". Chesapeake Theater at Harford Community College; Fridays and Saturdays 8 PM, Saturdays and Sundays 3 PM; $9 - 18; 443-412-2217; www.harford.edu/Cultural     March 5th 3RD ANNUAL CHOCOLATE & WINE AFFAIRE The Bel Air Downtown Alliance invites you to enjoy an evening on Main Street with delicious food from local restaurants, beer & wine pairings with scrumptious chocolate desserts, an open bar, music, dancing, & silent auction. Bel Air Armory, Main Street; 7 - 10 PM, $50/person, $90/couple; 410-638-1023; www.downtownbelair.com     March 5th to March 28th SPRINGTIME IN THE WOODS CRAFT SHOW Handcrafts, gardens, jewelry, collectibles, country, ladies and children accessories, & specialty foods. Rockfield Manor, Bel Air; Monday - Saturday 10 - 5 PM, Sunday 12 - 5 PM Free Admission; 410-638-4565; www.rockfieldmanor.com     March 6th CHARLIE ZAHM CELTIC, MARITIME & TRADITIONAL AMERICAN MUSIC One of the most successful performers on the Celtic festival circuit weaving magical moments of Scottish and Irish history with a repertoire pleasing to the entire family. Harford Community College; 7:30 PM; $17-$35; 443-412-2211; www.harford.edu/cultural     March 6th 9TH ANNUAL CHOCOLATE & CANDY FESTIVAL The Bel Air Downtown Alliance invites the whole family for an afternoon of FUN on Main Street! Enjoy chocolates & sweet treats, music, children's activities, & a "Main Street Scavenger Hunt". Bel Air Armory, Main Street; 10 AM - 3 PM; $5 person, Children under 5 FREE 410-638-1023; www.downtownbelair.com     March 6th THE SUSQUEHANNA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS AMERICAN MUSIC Harford County's Susquehanna Symphony Orchestra presents a diverse selection of American music. Visit SSO website for list of restaurants participating in Dinner and Concert tickets. Bel Air High School; 7:30 PM; check website for prices; www.ssorchestra.org     March 6th AMHRANAI NA GAEILGE-AN IRISH JOURNEY PERFORMED BY THE IRISHMANS CHORALE A musical journey celebrating the history, traditions and people of Ireland. Experience the harmonious voices of the Chorale amid the magnificent acoustics of the Church's sanctuary. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 303 N Main St, Bel Air; 7:30 PM, Free; 410-838-0584; www.irishmans-chorale.org     March 7th 2010 WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA Second annual Bridal Show at Bulle Rock. Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres, fruit display and champagne tasting, plus a Fashion Show. Bulle Rock Golf Club, 320 Blenheim Lane, HdG 1 - 4 PM; Advance tickets $12, Day of $15; 410-939-8887, Ext. 5; www.bullerockgolf.com     March 13th BJORN AGAIN - THE ABBA EXPERIENCE Back by popular demand, this critically acclaimed concert recreates the ABBA phenomenon visually, as well as, through the remarkably accurate reflection of the ABBA sound, dance steps and humor. Harford Community College; 7:30 PM; $17 - $35, 443-412-2211; www.harford.edu/cultural     March 19th JUNIE B. JONES Junie B. Jones stars in a colorful, funny, fast-paced musical about new friends, new glasses, sugar cookies, the annual kickball tournament, and other various first-grade angst-ridden situations. Harford Community College; 5:30 - 7:30 PM; $7 - $11, 443-412-2211; www.harford.edu/cultural     March 19th - May 31 WINDS AND WORDS OF WAR: POSTERS AND PRINTS A collection of 40 framed vintage World War I posters bequeathed to the San Antonio Public Library will be on display at the Bel Air and Jarrettsville branches. These unique lithographs feature famous images of patriotic themes and messages from World War I. Preview party at Bel Air Branch on 3/19, 5-7 pm; Tickets $20; 410-273-5600. Exhibit is FREE! www.hcplonline.info     March 20th CHILDREN'S DAY Bring the whole family for a day of maritime fun and hands-on history! Learn to tie knots, build boats, and participate in other craft activities. Havre de Grace Maritime Museum; 11 AM - 5 PM $10 per family of four; Children under 3 are free; 410-939-4800; www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org     March 27th OPENING DAY AT LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS Ladew opens for its 39th season! Enjoy guided tours of the Manor House and self-guided tours of the Gardens and Nature Walk. Ladew Topiary Gardens; 10:30 AM - 5 PM, Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8, Children $2 and Members Free, 410-557-9570; www.ladewgardens.com     Check out more events on our site County Executive David R. Craig Harford County Office of Tourism 220 South Main Street / Bel Air, Maryland 21014 Visitor Info: 1.888.544.Go95 (4695) Office: 410.638.3327 / Fax: 410.879.8043 info@harfordmd.com