In The Spotlight

The Bel Air Farmers’ Market is headed into its 44th season. In a County known for its rich agricultural history, it will come as no surprise that there are over 50 vendors that participate in the weekly tradition in downtown Bel Air.   If you’ve never attended the weekly Bel…

The Liriodendron boasts an art gallery with an amazing variety of regional talent to be showcased in 2019.  Located on the second floor of the late 1800’s Georgian Revival home, the gallery is spread throughout four large rooms and has plenty of space to display framed, as well as three…

Are you looking for a fun way to learn more about the history of Harford County? The Historical Society of Harford County (HSHC) has been offering their Brown Bag Lunch Series since January 2017.  This popular series of one hour lectures draws people on their lunchbreak and also those who…

   It’s Time for Christmas in Bel Air Christmas is a special time of year in Bel Air. There is so much to see and do and the historic charm of downtown Bel Air is apparent everywhere you look.   From stores fronts wrapped in evergreens to captivating lights at Town…

The Town of Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission recently sponsored a mural to honor the service, dedication and bravery of all First Responders in our community. Muralist Marshall Adams of Baltimore was chosen for the “Champions of Courage” project, which was completed in August 2018. The Commission felt it was…

  Celebrating decades of partnership between Maryland and the Republic of Estonia, the historic Liriodendron mansion will be hosting its first ever international art exhibit from September 16 through November 4, 2018. The exhibit, titled “Relationships”, will feature paintings, drawings, sculpture, and textiles from artists in Bel Air’s sister city,…

It doesn’t matter what type of music you enjoy, the Town of Bel Air welcomes you with a variety of free concerts this summer featuring acoustic guitars, big band sounds or jazz. Bel Air has a long-standing tradition of offering great outdoor musical entertainment in the Arts and Entertainment District….

Thanks to the Town of Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission, the Town of Bel Air will soon see its third Little Free Library. Little Free Library is an international nonprofit organization that encourages the exchange of books by placing mini-libraries throughout communities. The typically wooden library structures are filled by…

An RFP has been issued for a mural to be located on the south side of Armory Marketplace. The concept for the mural is to honor and celebrate the contributions of our first responders and their courage and dedication while serving our community. First responders include, but are not limited to,…

Pictured at left, Julie’s shop-dog and family pet, Charlie. Julie Ter Borg is a jewelry artist and the owner of Julie Ellyn Designs Handmade on Main, located at 18 South Main Street. We sat down with Julie recently to talk about her business on Main Street in Bel Air and…