May 2010

May kicks off with the Annual Decoy and Wildlife Festival in Havre de Grace along with the War of 1812 Reenactment.

Or watch the battle at Cedar Lane Park when the National Women's Lacrosse Championship comes to town Memorial Day weekend. The Steppingstone Museum in Susquehanna State Park opens in May as highlighed in this months Where's Wini? Watch the video blog- Step back in time with Wini as she explores turn of the century farm life in her vlog.

In This Issue

	April 30th - May 2nd - 29TH ANNUAL HDG DECOY & WILDLIFE ART FESTIVAL
	May 1st - GARDEN FESTIVAL AT LADEW
	May 1st - FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2010
	May 1st - 15th ANNUAL DUBLIN COUNTRY FAIR
	May 1st - HARFORD'S GOT TALENT
	May 1st - WAR OF 1812 REENACTMENT
	May 2nd - O'NEILL CANNON RE-DEDICATION AT CONCORD POINT LIGHTHOUSE
	May 2nd and May 23rd - TOUR TUDOR HALL, HARFORD COUNTY'S HISTORIC BOOTH FAMILY HOME
	May 6th - May 8th - HARFORD DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS ALADDIN
	May 7th - October 1st - First Fridays IN BEL AIR & HAVRE DE GRACE
	May 8th - May 9th - MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND AT LADEW
	May 8th - SIMPLY RED
	May 8th - THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTED BY HDG ARTS COMMISSION
	May 15th - May 16th - MEDIEVAL DAYS AT STEPPINGSTONE
	May 15th - SECRET GARDEN TOUR OF HAVRE DE GRACE
	May 15th - MD STATE PARANORMAL RESEARCH PROGRAM AT EDEN MILL
	May 16th - BJORN AGAIN - THE ABBA EXPERIENCE
	May 20th - May 22nd - 38th ANNUAL EAST COAST MILITARY RALLY AT RIPKEN STADIUM
	May 28th - May 30th - PHOENIX FESTIVAL THEATER PRESENTS HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
	May 29th - May 30th - U. S. WOMEN'S NATIONAL LACROSSE CHAMPIONSHIP

April 30th
29TH ANNUAL HDG DECOY & WILDLIFE ART FESTIVAL

April 30th - May 2nd
29TH ANNUAL HDG DECOY & WILDLIFE ART FESTIVAL
Decoy, Wildlife Art Festival. Over 125 artists, carvers, hunting suppliers and outfitters available to buy and sell works. Antique and contemporary decoy contests, retrieving dog trails and competitions as well as live and silent auctions. Free shuttle service to all venues. Food available. HdG Middle School, Activity Center, Decoy Museum, HdG Harris Stadium Fri- 6-9p,, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm; $6/day $10/weekend 12 yrs and under free with adult 410-939-3739; www.decoymuseum.com

May 1st
GARDEN FESTIVAL AT LADEW
This exclusive collection of dealers will feature hard to find perennials and annuals, unusual exotics and container specialties plus decorative furniture, urns, statuary and other architectural treasures. General Admission from 10 am - 5 pm. includes admission to Gardens, House and Nature Walk. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton; www.ladewgardens.com

May 1st
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2010
Free Comics given to all who attend - along with Special Guest appearances by Comic Artists and Authors...Free and open to the public. Free Comic Book Day is an International Day to promote reading worldwide. Washington Street Books, Havre de Grace, Maryland
11:00am - 5:00 pm; Free; 410-939-6215; www.washingtonstreetbooks.com

May 1st
15TH ANNUAL DUBLIN COUNTRY FAIR
The fair starts out with a parade at 10 am. Antique cars, tractors, floats, fire & rescue apparatus & marching units. Car show after parade. Live entertainment starts at 11 am. Craft vendors, food and children's games. Dublin Elementary School, 1526 Whiteford Road, Street; 10 am to 3 pm Free; 410-457-5442; www.dublincountryfair.org

May 1st
HARFORD'S GOT TALENT
Finalist will compete for a Performing Arts prize of $1500 and a Visual Arts prize of $500. Winners will be determined by audience vote. Amoss Center at Harford Community College, Bel Air; 7:30 Adults $24, Children $15; 410-838-2177; www.centerfortheartsharford.org

May 1st
WAR OF 1812 REENACTMENT
Come and watch American and British forces drill and train throughout the day in preparation for the attack on Havre de Grace later that afternoon. Listen to historical lectures on the event and interact with the re-enactors in a variety of activities. The event culminates with a Star Spangled Banner presentation by the Fort McHenry Guard -- the unfurling of a full-sized replica of the flag that flew over the fort during the War of 1812, 10 am - 5 pm, Price: $3, Children under 12 Free Phone: 410-939-5780. Susquehanna Lock House Museum, 817 Conesteo St., HdG; www.thelockhousemuseum.org

May 2nd
O'NEILL CANNON RE-DEDICATION AT CONCORD POINT LIGHTHOUSE
Come to the Concord Point Lighthouse for the re-dedication of the cannon used by War of 1812 local hero, John O'Neill to fend off the British. Concord Point Lighthouse, Lafayette Street, HdG 2:00 pm; Free; 410-939-3213; www.concordpointlighthouse.org

May 2nd and May 23rd
TOUR TUDOR HALL, HARFORD COUNTY'S HISTORIC BOOTH FAMILY HOME
Guided tour of Tudor Hall, the historic home of the Booths, Maryland's famous family of Shakespearian actors, including Junius, Edwin, and John Wilkes Booth. Tours held twice a month through October. Reservations required! Tudor Hall, 17 Tudor Lane, Bel Air; 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm $3 donation suggested; 443-619-0008; www.spiritsoftudorhall.blogspot.com

May 6th - May 8th
HARFORD DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS ALADDIN
From the same company that brings you Harriet's Happiest Halloween, join Aladdin and his friends on this action-packed adventure filled with magic, romance, and fun. Harford Community College; 5 PM & 7:30 PM; $7 - $9; 443-412-221; www.harford.edu/cultural

May 7th - October 1st
FIRST FRIDAYS IN BEL AIR & HAVRE DE GRACE
Enjoy an outdoor festival in Bel Air with live music, great food, Beer/Wine garden and dancing in the streets or stroll Havre de Grace with live music, stores and galleries open late, specials and discounts in restaurants and stores and free activities for the kids Bel Air 5:00 � 8:00 pm & Havre de Grace 5:00 � 9:00 pm; FREE ADMISSION
Bel Air � Office Street; 410-638-1023; www.downtownbelair.com
Havre de Grace � Downtown; 410-939-1811; www.mainstreethdg.com

May 8th - 9th
MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND AT LADEW

May 8th - May 9th
MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND AT LADEW
For the ultimate Mother's Day present, bring mom to Ladew Gardens during the peak of spring flowers! Free gift for mom (while supplies last), complimentary coffee and tea. A great opportunity to spend time with family, amidst one of Maryland's most beautiful landscapes. Ladew Topiary Gardens, 3535 Jarrettsville Pike, Monkton; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm Adults $10, Seniors/Students $8, Children $2; (410) 557-9570; www.ladewgardens.com

May 8th
SIMPLY RED
In celebration of heart health, Upper Chesapeake Health invites you to a day of dark chocolate, red wine, and heart health education. Bulle Rock Club House in Havre de Grace 11:00 am - 2:00 pm; Registration is required by calling HealthLink at 800-515-0044.

May 8th
THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTED BY HDG ARTS COMMISSION
Enjoy thiswonderful evening of music! HdG High School auditorium, 8:00 p.m. 700 Congress Avenue; Tickets available at the HdG Visitors Center at 450 Pennington Ave; $20 adults; $15 students over 6;
410-939-2100

May 15th - May 16th
MEDIEVAL DAYS AT STEPPINGSTONE
Event features a Medieval Encampment with fighting & fencing demonstrations; arts & crafts; period music & dance; children's games; food & tours. Steppingstone Museum; 12 to 5 p.m. $5.00 adult/children 12 & under FREE; 410-939-2299 or 888-419-1762; www.steppingstonemuseum.org

May 15th
SECRET GARDEN TOUR OF HAVRE DE GRACE
Celebrate spring with a tour of Havre de Grace's beautiful gardens. Get a rare chance to visit our exclusive landscaped yards and gardens. Starts at the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum 12 noon-5pm; $25.00; 410-939-4800; www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org

May 15th
MD STATE PARANORMAL RESEARCH AT EDEN MILL
Join the Maryland State Paranormal Researchers in an actual investigation of the Historic Eden Mill on May 15th from 7-11pm. Learn about the equipment, techniques, and terminology used during investigations as well as a short history of the mill. Evidence from previous studies will be shared and then YOU will get to work alongside the researchers to try and capture your own evidence! Eden Mill Nature center; 7 pm - 11 pm Pre-Registration IS required. Fee is $30/member or $35/non-member, benefiting EMNC. Must be 18 or older to participate. 410-836-3050; www.edenmill.org

May 16th
BJORN AGAIN - THE ABBA EXPERIENCE
Party with Bjorn Again likes it's 1970! Back by popular demand, this critically acclaimed concert recreates the ABBA phenomenon through accurate reflection of ABBA sound, dance steps & humor. Amoss Center at Harford Community College; 3:30 pm Premier $35, Orchestra $27 adult, $17 under age 17; 443-412-2211; www.harford.edu/cultural

May 20th - May 22nd
38TH ANNUAL EAST COAST MILITARY RALLY AT RIPKEN STADIUM
Annual fundraiser for APG Ordnance Museum & Veterans Organizations. Largest US outdoor military vehicle rally & militia flea market. Ripken Stadium, Aberdeen Dawn to dusk Free; 800-730-662; www.militaryvehicleshow.com

May 28th - May 30th
PHOENIX FESTIVAL THEATER PRESENTS HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
Disney Channel's smash hit musical comes to life on stage with Troy, Gabriella and all the Wildcats as they learn about life and making choices. Harford Community College; 8 PM $9 - $18; 443-412-221; www.hardford.edu/cultural

May 29th - May 30th
U.S. WOMEN'S NATIONAL LACROSSE CHAMPIONSHIP
The Women's Division National Tournament began in 1933 as a tournament to showcase the best post-collegiate and club women's lacrosse players. Since that tim it has grown into one of the largest women's lacrosse events in the nation. Tournament highlights include division championships, a U.S. Team exhibition, an annual high school all-star game and a premier recruiting opportunity for high school players. Cedar Lane Regional Park, 1100 Cedar Lane, Bel Air, 443-807-1767; www.cedarlanesports.org

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