Observations in Nature Exhibit at the Liriodendron
2023-11-12 14:30 - 17:00, 2023-11-15 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-29 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
These beautifully refreshing artworks in a variety of mediums are an exuberant celebration of nature created by husband and wife Martin and Vicki Ali. The exhibit will be on view each Wednesday, 1 to 5 pm, from November 1 through 29.
A special showing of the exhibit, where you can meet the artists, will take place on Sunday, November 12 from 2:30 to 5:00 pm. The works will also be on display – and available for purchase – during our Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 2 from 9 am to 4 pm.
Visit https://bit.ly/LirioGallery for additional details

Brown Bag Lunch Series - Old Line Plate: Stories & Recipes from Maryland
2023-11-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Virtual, Bel Air, MD, United States
Join us for a virtual presentation on Tuesday, November 14 at 12:30 p.m. featuring celebrated Maryland cookbook author Kara Mae Harris as she introduces her newest publication Festive Maryland Recipes. The book features holiday recipes that are significant to Maryland. The recipes were collected while gathering several oral histories and researching traditions related to various holidays. The author worked with recipe developer Rachel Rappaport to ensure the book had a balanced mix of savory and sweet dishes. The recipes came from Maryland cookbooks, newspapers, and food historians.
Historical Society of Harford County, 143 N. Main Street. Virtual presentation by guest speaker Kara Mae Harris. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Admission is free but must register. Call 410-838-7691 or visit www.HarfordHistory.org.

Fallin' for Zentangles Kids Art Class
2023-11-14 18:30 - 19:45 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
November 14, 2023 Fallin’ for Zentangles Kids Art Class 6:30-7:45pm
Harford Artists Gallery, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air Armory Marketplace
Classes are $20 each per person/per class. Advance sign up is required to guarantee your spot. Limited Spots available. Recommended for ages 6 +, (parental/guardian assistance required if younger attending). All Supplies Included!
www.artinharford.org

Fall Dance Lessons (6-Week Session October 11-November 15, 2023)
2023-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Bel Air Armory, 37 North Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air, MD 21014, USA, bel air, MD, 21014, United States
At the door sales are NOT available. Must register and pay through Eventbrite. Drop ins for lessons are NOT available.
6-week session –Wednesdays, October 11-November 15, 2023.
$80 per person/one hour session. If you wish to take both sessions from 6-7 and 7-8pm, you must register separately for both.
Dance Lessons-FALL 2023 (6 Week Session Oct/Nov) Tickets, Wed, Oct 11, 2023 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite
6-7pm Beginner East Coast Swing/Salsa:
East Coast Swing (4 weeks of East Coast Swing)
The East Coast Swing is a classic dance that is fun, and versatile. It is one of the most popular of all of the swing dances. There are many variations of Swing and this dance is sometimes called by other names including: Jive, Jitterbug, and Lindy Hop.
Salsa (2 weeks Introduction to Salsa)
Salsa is a Latin dance, associated with the music genre of the same name, which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York City. This fun and energetic dance is the most popular of all the Latin dances because it is easy to learn and is great for all ages. Basic step and turns for the leader and follower.
7-8pm Beginner West Coast Swing
West Coast Swing is a partner dance with roots in the Lindy Hop. It is characterized by an elastic look that results from its extension-compression technique of partner connection and is danced primarily in a slotted area on the dance floor. We will learn basic steps, side passes, and whips.

Bel Air Farmers Market
2023-11-18 08:00 - 12:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Saturday, November 18, 2023
8:00 AM 12:00 PM

Bel Air Farmers’ Market 2 South Bond Street Bel Air, MD, 21014

BEER: SLATE FARM BREWERY
WINE: DEJON VINEYARD
LIVE MUSIC: BRANDON YEAGER FROM 9-11AM

Angel Ornament Workshop
2023-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Start the holiday season learning how to create an Angel Ornament made from hymnal pages taught by Jodi Harvey.
Ages 12+.
November 19 from 10am-12pm
$35 including all supplies (glue guns and exacto knives will be used)
Harford Artists Gallery located at 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104
410-420-9499
http://www.artinharford.org
This workshop is supported in part by the Bel Air A&E District with funding from from the Maryland State Arts Council.

Autumn Landscape Painting Kids Art Class
2023-11-21 18:30 - 19:45 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
November 21, 2023 Autumn Landscape Painting Kids Art Class 6:30-7:45pm
Harford Artists Gallery, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104, Bel Air Armory Marketplace
Classes are $20 each per person/per class. Advance sign up is required to guarantee your spot. Limited Spots available. Recommended for ages 6 +, (parental/guardian assistance required if younger attending). All Supplies Included!
www.artinharford.org

Spirits of Christmas Past: Candlelight Christmas Tour
2023-11-24 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-11-25 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-12-01 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-12-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Historical Society of Harford County, 143 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Everyone is invited to join us for a unique Christmas adventure. This is your chance to learn about Christmas in days gone by while wandering through Bel Air’s Winter Wonderland. The Historical Society of Harford County, Inc. is pleased to announce its first annual Candlelight Christmas Tour led by docent, Julie Brasch. Participants will enjoy Christmas stories of days gone by, caroling, delicious treats, and much more. Tours will begin on Friday, November 24, and run every Friday and Saturday until December 16.
The one-and-a-half-hour tour will begin at the Historical Society, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air at 7 p.m. and returns to the Society for some sweet treats. Along the way, participants will learn about the many holiday traditions that have developed over time and hear unique stories about local traditions. Free parking is available on the Society’s lot located behind the building.
Tour groups will be limited to 20 people and pre-registration is required. Tickets will not be available at the door. To order your tickets, go to the Society’s website, www.harfordhistory.org. The price for tickets is $20 for adults and $7 for children 12 and under.
This is also an opportunity to begin your Christmas shopping early. Order a gift-wrapped copy of In Their Own Words, Harford in the 20th Century ($28), when you order your tour tickets, and pick it up the night of your tour.

All proceeds go towards the ongoing work of the Historical Society.

Small Business Saturday
2023-11-25 | MD
Join us by supporting our small businesses here in dowtown Bel Air and enjoy what they have to offer for this special time of the year. For more information, call 443-823-1797 or visit www.downtownbelair.com.

Winter Wonderland
2023-11-25 05:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-02 05:00 - 21:00 | Armory Park, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Enjoy the spirit of the holiday season along Main Street with light displays, including the Bel Air Armory, Harford County Courthouse and Bel Air Town Hall. From November 25, 2023 – January 6, 2024, downtown Bel Air will be lit with thousands of warm lights for the community to enjoy from 5:00 -11:00 pm each night. Immerse yourself in the glow of holiday lights while enjoying live musical performances, carolers, carriage rides and much more on Saturdays, November 25 – December 16! Plus you can check items off your gift-giving list with extended hours in many of our shops.

Bel Air Winter Farmers Market
2023-11-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Saturday, November 25, 2023
9:00 AM 11:00 AM

Bel Air Farmers’ Market 2 South Bond Street Bel Air, MD, 21014

BEER: INDEPENDENT BREWERY
WINE: HARFORD VINEYARD
LIVE MUSIC: KIMISSTREE

Belle Aire Holiday Market
2023-11-25 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Parking Lot – 121 South Main Street, Bel Air, MD, United States
The Belle Aire Holiday Market is an extension of The Belle Aire Market to extend your artisan vendor shopping into the holiday season! From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 121 S Main St in gorgeous Downtown Bel Air each Saturday between Nov. 25 and Dec. 16, enjoy all the market has to offer while shopping for those last-minute gifts!

Christmas Train Garden
2023-11-25 14:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-01 17:00 - 21:00 | Armory Marketplace, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 103, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Get into the Christmas spirit with a trip through the magical and unique train garden designed especially for Bel Air! The garden features a lighted Christmas train, ice skaters, a circus and plenty of town and countryside scenes that are sure to delight people of every age! You can even participate in a scavenger hunt to find items located throughout the garden. Admission is free. The train garden will be open starting the Friday after Thanksgiving during the following hours:

November 25: 2:00 – 9:00pm
December 1: 5:00 – 9:00pm
December 2: 2:00 – 9:00pm
December 3: 3:00 – 8:00pm (parking and access is limited this day between 2-5pm due to the Bel Air Christmas Parade)
December 8: 5:00 – 9:00pm
December 9: 2:00 – 9:00pm
December 15: 5:00 – 9:00pm
December 16: 2:00 – 9:00pm
December 22: 5:00 – 9:00 pm
December 23: 2:00 – 9:00 pm
Special thanks to volunteer and town resident, Joe Bragg, and his team of volunteers for bringing this amazing display to life for our community.

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Artists Sunday
2023-11-26 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District is proud to support Artists Sunday this November 26, 2023, an art-focused shopping day that celebrates artists and craftspeople and helps local artists sell more of their work. Think of it like Black Friday or Small Business Saturday but for shopping for art! In addition to our premier gallery with Harford Artists’ Association at Armory Marketplace, over 15 local stores and restaurants carry and sell locals artists’ work.
Commit this season and buy from local artists and craftsmen in your community!
We hope you’ll join us and the growing community supporting passionate and talented artists on November 26!

Holiday Heart Tree Workshop
2023-11-29 15:00 - 18:00 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Sign up now at Harford Artists Association to sculpt a beautiful ceramic luminaire Christmas tree to brighten your holiday decor
or to give as a gift to someone special! No experience necessary. Complete fired pieces will be picked up on December 9.
Class taught by artists Heatherleigh Braun.

Cost is $40. All supplies included.
Ages 12 and up.
Sign up at www.artinharford.org

Annual Tree Lighting
2023-12-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Rockfield Manor, 501 East Churchville Road, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Rockfield Manor, 501 E. Churchville Road. Kick off the holidays with Rockfield Manor’s Christmas tree lighting benefiting Harford County Toys for Tots. 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Admission free with new unwrapped toy. Call 410-638-4565 or visit www.rockfieldmanor.com.

Bel Air Farmers Market
2023-12-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Mary Risteau Parking Lot, 2 S Bond Street, Bel Air, 21014, United States
Join the Bel Air Winter Farmers’ Market on Saturday, December 2. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be present this Saturday.
Photos are encouraged!

Holiday Open House
2023-12-02 10:00 - 16:00 | Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
The Liriodendron Mansion, 502 W. Gordon Street. Experience holiday magic at the historic Liriodendron Mansion’s Annual Holiday Open House. Fresh greenery arrangements, mantle and centerpieces for sale, arts and crafts vendors, live Christmas music and light refreshments. 10:00am – 4:00pm. $5.00 suggested donation. For information, visit www.liriodendron.com.

Holiday Open House & Sale
2023-12-02 10:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-03 10:00 - 18:00 | The Gallery of Harford Artists, Armory Marketplace, 37 North Main Street, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Harford Artists Gallery, 37 N. Main Street, Suite 104. Enjoy holiday shopping for unique gift items and original artwork created by local artists. 10:00am -6:00pm. Call 410-420-9499 or visit www.artinharford.com.

33rd Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
2023-12-03 14:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Bel Air, Bel Air, MD, 21014, United States
Downtown Bel Air. Concert on Main Street in front of the Courthouse begins at 2:30 p.m. Parade begins at 3:30 p.m. – down Main Street at Churchville Road to Lee Street and ending at Hickory Avenue. Community bonfire, singalong, and food trucks in Shamrock Park at 4:00 p.m. and the tree lighting at Town Hall at 4:45 p.m. Scheduled to appear: stilt walkers and acrobats, local high school marching bands, costumed characters and mascots, beauty queens, dancers, floats, musical groups and even some special equestrian guests, ending with the Living Christmas Tree and Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus! Event is weather permitting. In the case of bad weather, the event will be cancelled and not rescheduled. Call 410-838-0584 or visit www.christmasinbelair.com.
