Historical Society of Harford County

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: BUILDING A GENEALOGY PROFILE, PUTTING THE STORY TOGETHER Mary Worthington Schweers routinely helps researchers locate background materials about their families, but what happens next? Ms. Schweers will describe the process for developing a Genealogy Profile and organizing your findings into an actual story, one that tells the history of your family for future generations. 7 pm – 9 pm. Admission $10. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

BEL AIR HAUNTS AND HISTORY TOUR Journey back in time to enjoy the tales of Bel Air’s most curious and mysterious history. Walk the streets lit by lanterns and visit some of the town’s most legendary and haunted sites. A joint production with the Historical Society, Town of Bel Air and LASOS. 4:30 pm social hour, followed by the tour. 5:30 pm walking tour only. $40 social hour and tour; $10 tour only. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

Marc A. DeSimone, Sr., PhD and Robert Dudley, the authors of “Sam Smith: Star-Spangled Hero: The Unsung Patriot Who Saved Baltimore and Helped Win the War of 1812” will tell the story behind the book and help shed light on this oft forgotten war that guaranteed the country’s independence from England. The event will be followed by a book signing. 2 pm – 4 pm.  Admission $15. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES – BUILDING A CATHEDRAL IN A CLOSET, THE WORK OF JOHANNES OERTEL Mary Worthington Schweers will recount the story of Johannes Oertel, an internationally known religious artist whose work is featured at two local churches, Emmanuel Episcopal in Bel Air and St. Mary’s in Abingdon. See photographs of some of Oertel’s most beautiful work and learn about his time in Harford County. 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm.  Free for members; $5 for non-members.  Call 410-838-7691 or…

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: EXPANDING THE CENSUS The census provides tremendous amounts of genealogical data, but there is much more to learn. Christopher Smithson will take you to the next step in understanding census data and what’s beyond.  Admission $10. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

Learn how to make unique holiday arrangements with a local floral designer. Bring your own container. Greens will be provided. Speakers will also recount the history and myths surrounding holiday plants and the history of Christmas cookie creations. 7 pm. Admission $10. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.