2005
PLEASE GO TO
for 2006 information.
Thank you!
info@lockhousetolighthouse.com
Be sure to check out
NEW
ADDITIONS
PUBLIC CRUISES aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis: June thru mid-October. Call ahead to verify.
Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Adults: $15 Children
(under 10) $7 NEW this year: Seniors (65+) $5 off any cruise. Contact:
410-939-4078
FARMERS MARKET - every Saturday
morning from 9-noon, May thru October at 450 Pennington Avenue. Seasonal
items including farm fresh produce, flowers, foods, potting plants,
homemade cheeses, baked goods, handcrafted soaps, herbs and hanging
baskets.
FIRST FRIDAYS - April thru December - Join
us in celebrating the 1st Friday of every month in downtown Havre de Grace
with street performances, restaurant and merchant specials. Info:
410-939-2100/800-851-7756 or visit http://www.hdgtourism.com/
BIKE RIDES - Join John & Toni any weekday morning
(Mon-Fri) at 7a.m. for a pleasant ride around town. Bring your bike and
meet at Harford Vacuum & Bicycles (109 S. Washington St.) No pets,
please - and based on weather permitting.
MAY
May 6-8
24th
ANNUAL DECOY & WILDLIFE ART FESTIVAL - premier carvers & wildlife
artists, carving competitions, live & silent auctions, retriever
demonstrations, and children's activities. Free shuttle buses to event
locations at HdG High School, Middle School and Decoy Museum. Fri: 6-8p;
Sat: 9a-5p; Sun: 10a-4p. Admission. Info call 40-939-3739 or e-mail: decoymuseum@yahoo.com
May 7
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail:mailto:hrbc@pythons.com
PRESERVATION WORKSHOP: part IV Oral History Archives Project
at the HdG Maritime Museum. Save your family's history about HdG as part
of a long-term ongoing archive project. 9a-5p Call for info and price:
410-939-4800 or e-mail: mailto:museum@comcast.net
May 7-8
6th ANNUAL RE-ENACTMENT of the
BRITISH ATTACK on HdG during the WAR of 1812 at the Lock House. Visit the
various military encampments and a military hospital. Witness musket
firing, canon firing, marching, drills and many more activities. Enjoy
'living' history. 10a-5p. Free admission. Call: 410-942-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
May 8
MOTHER'S DAY CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis . $25/person Reservations. Noon, 1:30 OR 3p
cruises. Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
May 11
ELLSWORTH B. SHANK HISTORICAL
LECTURE at HdG City Hall 7p. "Havre de Grace Women of the 20th Century
with Special Emphasis on Cornelia Meigs - author of over 40 children's
books. Lecture sponsored by the Susquehanna Museum of HdG, free to the
public. Info: 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
May 14
5th ANNUAL MUSICAL MILE will
offer a wonderfully eclectic selection of music throughout downtown
including Washington, St. John, Pennington and Franklin Streets. 5:30 - 8
p. Fun for the entire family. Food and beverage sold on the street. Enjoy
the festivities, eat at any one of our fine restaurants, visit our shops,
and just stroll the sidewalks. ADA Free Contact: 410-939-4441
Charlestown, MD - CRAFT SHOW from 9a-3p to benefit the
Charlestown Fire Company. Vendors, crafters, food, music all take palce on
their waterfront. Free to the public. Info: 410-287-3044 or
410-287-4998
May 21
LIVING HISTORY DEMONSTRATION at
Susquehanna Museum of HdG on the Lock House grounds. 1-5p. Call
410-939-5780 or e-mail: mailto:susmuseum@erols.com
May 21-22
CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY DAY
at the Steppingstone Museum located on Quaker Bottom Road (off Rte 155).
Civil War encampment drills, firing demos, period music and dance, ice
cream social, historical crafter, camp tours, and food. Noon-5p; $3
(children under 12 free). Call 410-939-2299/888419-1762 or e-mail: mailto:s
May 28
GUIDED WALK of the NORTH PARK
TRAIL at Susquehanna Museum of HdG. Meet at the Lock House grounds at 10a
for a guided, historical walk, free to the public, approx. 1 hour. Call
410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
JUNE
June 3
HARFORD HOSPICE REGATTA on the
HdG Maritime Museum grounds. Open air party with sailboat races to raise
funds for Harford Hospice. Dinner, dancing, games and auction. $35/person
6-10:30p Info: 443-643-3460
CONCERT in the PARK featuring the Vintage Entertainment -
Pop music to delight the crowds. Bring your picnic lunch, blankets &
chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored by the HdG
Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at Tydings Park
(rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info:
410-939-5425
June 4-5
MARI*FEST - Maritime Heritage
Festival at the HdG Maritime Museum. Boat displays, nautical
demonstrations, kids activities, oral history archives project, and the
Upper Bay Soup Challenge. 10a-5p Admission Call: 410-939-4800 or e-mail:
museum@comcast.net
June 6-12
McDONALD'S LPGA CHAMPIONSHIP
presented by Coca Cola at Bulle Rock Golf Course. One of four "majors" on
the LPGA Tour; 144 top women golfers from around the world, proceeds
benefit Ronald McDonald Children's Charities. Call 1-302-428-1681 or http://www.mcdslpgachampionship.com/
June 8
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing
sail aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches, scones and
savory desserts from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p
Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
June 9
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10) Call
410-939-4078
June 10
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
CONCERT in the PARK featuring Mambo Combo - Carribean sounds
and rhythms sure to get your toes tappin'. Bring your picnic lunch,
blankets & chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored
by the HdG Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at
Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info:
410-939-5425
MARGARITA NIGHT - The Martha Lewis sets sail with
Jimmy Buffet tunes, light refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also
available. 7-9p $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
June 11
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
SCOTTISH FESTIVAL at the Steppingstone Museum on Quaker
Bottom Road (off Rte 155). Scottish clans & vendors, music, dancers,
sheep herding, amateur highland games, storytelling, spinning &
weaving demos, Scottish food, free parking and more. Adults $5, children
12 & under free. Call 410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or e-mail: mailto:steppinstonemuseum@msn.com
MARGARITA NIGHT - The Martha Lewis sets sail with
Jimmy Buffet tunes, light refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also
available. 7-9p $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
June 15
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
June 17
CONCERT in the PARK featuring
Hiram Brown on Keyboard - offering a variety of music that everyone will
recognize. Bring your picnic lunch, blankets & chairs, and enjoy a
Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission and
Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High
School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info: 410-939-5425
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT aboard the Skipjack Martha
Lewis. Enjoy an evening sail with cuisine and drink featuring SPAIN.
$45/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078 for more info.
June 18
2nd ANNUAL BEER & WINE FEST
at the HdG Community Center to benefit the Susquehanna Museum (Lock
House). 7-10:30p Beer, wine, light refreshemnts, music and auction. Call
410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
June 19
FATHER'S DAY CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. $25/person Reservations. Noon, 1:30 OR 3p
cruises. Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
June 20
STORYTIME CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis for ages 3-8. $10/person Reservations. 6:30
- 8p Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
June 21
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
June 22
CHARACTER LUNCHES aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis for kids ages 3-8. Come tickle this
character and sing songs. 10-11:30a. OR noon-1:30p. $15/person.
Reservations. Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing sail aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches, scones and savory desserts
from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
June 23
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10)
Call 410-939-4078
June 24
MARTHA'S TREASURE HUNTERS - come
aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis and search for sunken treasure.
Children ages 6-10 will read a map and help navigate the boat to find the
treasure. Children ages 6-10 from 10A-noon. $10/person. Reservations.
Contact: 410-939-8424 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
CONCERT in the PARK featuring Juveniles - 50s and 60s music
that will get you up on your seat and dancin'. Bring your picnic lunch,
blankets & chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored
by the HdG Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at
Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info:
410-939-5425
June 25
STEPPINGSTONE'S GOT THE BLUES
Festival from 2p-8p. On the beautiful grounds of the Steppingstone Museum
on Quaker Bottom Road on Rte 155. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy
live blues music, beer, wine, food, museum tours. $20 at gate ($15 in
advance), children under 12 free. Contact: 410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or
e-mail: steppingstonemuseum@msn.com
GUIDED WALK of the NORTH PARK TRAIL at Susquehanna Museum of
HdG. Meet at the Lock House grounds at 10a for a guided, historical walk,
free to the public, approx. 1 hour. Call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
LIVING HISTORY DEMONSTRATION at Susquehanna Museum of HdG at
the Lock House. 1-5p Call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
June 27
ESTUARY STUDIES aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Day Camp for ages 11-15. $30/reservations.
10a - 2p Call 410-939-4078 for info.
June 28 - July 3
HdG INDEPENDENCE DAY
CARNIVAL at Tydings Park - rides & games for all ages. Tue-Fri 6-11p;
Sat-Sun 6-midnight. Info: 410-939-4362
June 29
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
JULY
July 1
Please note there will be no
concert due to the Carnival at the Park as part of our Independence Day
Celebrations. See you next week.
MARTHA'S TREASURE HUNTERS - come aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis and search for sunken treasure. Children ages 6-10
will read a map and help navigate the boat to find the treasure. Children
ages 6-10 from 10A-noon. $10/person. Reservations. Contact: 410-939-8424
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
July 3
FIREWORKS CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. BEST VIEW! Leaves 7:30p. Reservations!
$45/p Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
HdG INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION - parade at 2p on Union
Avenue. Concert at 7p in Tydings Park. Spectacular Fireworks on the water
at Tydings Park & City Marina. Contact: 410-939-4362 or
410-939-2100
July 6
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing
sail aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches,
scones and savory desserts from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call
410-939-4078
July 7
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10) Call
410-939-4078
July 8
CONCERT in the PARK featuring
Joey Vincent Show featuring music from the 50s thru the 80s, something for
the whole family so get on over to the park. Bring your picnic lunch,
blankets & chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored
by the HdG Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at
Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info:
410-939-5425
MARGARITA NIGHT - The Martha Lewis sets sail with
Jimmy Buffet tunes, light refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also
available. 7-9p $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
July 9
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
July 10
SUMMER FUN DAY at Steppingstone
Museum located on Quaker Bottom Road on Rte 155. Features lawnmower
racing, ice cream eating contest, turtle races, frog jumping contest,
marble shooting, storytelling, face painting, crafts and food. $3/adults,
children 12 and under (and members) are FREE. Call
410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or e-mail: steppingstonemuseum@msn.com
SPORTING CLAY CLASSIC at J&P Hunting Lodge in
Sudlersville, MD. A main event and concurrent events - 4 Lewis Class
events and 75 targets. Registration 9A and last shooter on course at noon.
Benefits Decoy Museum. Call 410-939-3739 or e-mail: decoymuseum@yahoo.com
SHAKESPEARE'S "A Midsummer Night's Dream" performed FREE and
Under the Stars on the grounds of the Maritime & Decoy Museums, 100
Lafayette Street. (no alternate rain location) Begins at 7:30p - Bring a
picnic, chairs and blankets and prepare to enjoy a great evening presented
by the HdG Arts Commission and the Olney Touring Company. Info:
410-272-5516
July 11-15
CHILDREN'S CAMP BY THE BAY I
at the HdG Maritime Museum. Go on a dig with our resident archeologist to
see the artifacts you'll find. Two one-week-long day camps with one
sleep-over per week. Call 410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net for info and
prices.
July 12
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
July 13
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
July 15
CONCERT in the PARK featuring
Zim Zemaral Combo. This Big Band Sound will bring back memories you've not
thought about in years. What was your favorite song? Bring your picnic
lunch, blankets & chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky.
Sponsored by the HdG Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p
at Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA
Info: 410-939-5425
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT aboard the Skipjack Martha
Lewis. Enjoy an evening sail with cuisine and drink featuring FRANCE.
$45/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078 for more info.
July 16
LIVING HISTORY DEMONSTRATION at
Susquehanna Museum of HdG at the Lock House grounds. 1-5p Call
410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
8th ANNUAL 5k CELEBRATION RUN and awards ceremony sponsored
by Harford Memorial Hospital, Runner's World Magazine, City of HdG, The
Aegis/The Record, and RASAC. $12 pre entry; $18 race day. Registration
from 7:30 -8:15a at 501 S. Union Avenue. Run starts at 8:30a.
July 18-22
CHILDREN'S CAMP BY THE BAY II
at the HdG Maritime Museum. Go on a dig with our resident archeologist to
see the artifacts you'll find. Two one-week-long day camps with one
sleep-over per week. Call 410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net for info and
prices.
July 18
ART, TALES & SAIL - a day
camp from 10a-2p aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis packed with
projects, history and sailing. Ages 6-10. Reservations. $10/person OR ...
STORYTIME CRUISE aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis
for ages 3-8. $10/person Reservations. 6:30 - 8p Call 410-939-4078 or
e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
JULY 20
CHARACTER LUNCHES for ages 3-8
aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis. The cabin door is broken but
this character can fix it! 10-11:30a OR noon-1:30p. $15/person
Reservations. Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing sail aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches, scones and savory desserts
from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
July 21
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10)
Call 410-939-4078
July 22
MARTHA'S TREASURE HUNTERS - come
aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis and search for sunken treasure.
Children ages 6-10 will read a map and help navigate the boat to find the
treasure. Children ages 6-10 from 10A-noon. $10/person. Reservations.
Contact: 410-939-8424 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
CONCERT in the PARK featuring Night Street - offering jazz
to delight the ears and the dancin' feet. Bring your picnic lunch,
blankets & chairs, and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored
by the HdG Arts Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at
Tydings Park (rain location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info:
410-939-5425
July 23
A BRUSH with ART Reception at
the Riverview Gallery, 224 N. Washington St., HdG and the Susan Snodgrass
Gallery across the street to kick off the annual juried Art Exhibition.
Begins at 6:30 p. Info: Jim Craig at 410-939-6401
MARGARITA NIGHT - The Martha Lewis sets sail with
Jimmy Buffet tunes, light refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also
available. 7-9p $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
July 24 thru August 7
A BRUSH with ART -
14th Annual International Juried Art Exhibition at the Riverview Gallery,
224 N. Washington St., HdG. M-F 8:30a - 5p. Weekend hours: call Jim Craig
at 410-939-6401 to coordinate your visit and the art exhibit.
July 25-29
BAYQUEST - a week long day
camp where fun and learning come together for ages 11-15 aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Daily 9a-2p sailing and studying different
areas with a special overnight. $225/person Call 410-939-4078 for more
info.
July 27
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
July 28 NEW
ADDITION
Photo Exhibit
from 5-7:30p featuring LEO HEPPNER'S NATURE-INSPIRED PHOTOGRAPHY. Free
admission. Located at the gracious Vandiver Inn at 301 South Union Ave.in
beautiful & historic Havre de Grace, MD
Hors d'oeuvres
courtesy of Leo Heppner
and John & Susan, Vandiver Inn. Cash Bar
Available! Light Jazz provided by Paul Howshall
For more
Information, please call Leo Heppner at
410-939-6247 or 800-368-6843
or write Leopictureman@verizon.net
July 29
CONCERT
in the PARK featuring Bay Country Gentlemen - bringing us the unique
harmonies of Barbershop. Bring your picnic lunch, blankets & chairs,
and enjoy a Friday evening under the sky. Sponsored by the HdG Arts
Commission and Parks & Rec. Location: 7:30 p at Tydings Park (rain
location: HdG High School Auditorium). Free. ADA Info: 410-939-5425
AUGUST
Aug 1-6
TEEN BOATBUILDING SCHOOL at the
HdG Maritime Museum. Twelve teens hand-build their very own canoes in one
week to launch on Saturday, 9a-4p For more info and prices call
410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net
Aug 3
CHARACTER LUNCHES for ages 3-8
aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis. We will be exploring with this
character. 10-11:30a OR noon-1:30p. $15/person. Reservations. Contact:
410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing sail aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches, scones and savory desserts
from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Aug 4
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10)
Call 410-939-4078
Aug 5
MARTHA'S TREASURE HUNTERS - come
aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis and search for sunken treasure.
Children ages 6-10 will read a map and help navigate the boat to find the
treasure. Children ages 6-10 from 10A-noon. $10/person. Reservations.
Contact: 410-939-8424 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Aug 5-6
SUMMER CHESAPEAKE POST CARD FAIR
at the HdG Community Center. Antique post card fair, over 35 dealers from
around the U.S. and Canada. Fri 10a-6p, Sat 10a-4p. $3 for both days. Call
410-642-3581 or e-mail: marymartinpostcards@prodigy.net
Aug 8
ESTUARY STUDIES aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Day Camp for ages 11-15. $30/reservations.
10a - 2p Call 410-939-4078 for info.
Aug 10
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Aug 12-13
MARGARITA NIGHT - The
Martha Lewis sets sail with Jimmy Buffet tunes, light
refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also available. 7-9p $30/person
Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Aug 13
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
LIVING HISTORY DEMONSTRATION at Susquehanna Museum of HdG on
the Lock House grounds. 1-5p Call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
Aug
13-14
25th ANNUAL HdG SEAFOOD FESTIVAL at Tydings Park. Family
event with food, entertainment, auction, raffle and artisans - benefits
local non-profit Haven House, Inc. Sat. 11a-6p, Sun 11a-4p. Info call
410-939-1525
Aug
13-14 NEW ADDITION
BACK to the FUTURE at the LOCK
HOUSE. Join pirates in their camps. Come see where the first act of piracy
in Maryland took place. Attack on "village" by 17th century pirates. Meet
historic pirates and pirates of romance and fiction. Sat. 10-5; Sunday
10-3
Aug 18
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-9p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10) Call
410-939-4078
Aug 20
Port Deposit - WATER WITCH FIRE
COMPANY ANNUAL CRAB FEAST, gates open at 3p at the Marina Park. Info:
410-378-9169
DEER CREEK FIDDLERS COMPETITION - a brand new event at
Steppingstone Museum to take place by the light of the full moon. Call
410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or e-mail: steppingstonemuseum@msn.com
Aug 20-21
42nd ANNUAL HdG ART SHOW at
Tydings Park. Over 250 artists and craftsmen from throughout the country
display & sell work with food & entertainment. Tour bus from
designated parking to the show, downtown and attractions. Boat accessible.
10a-5p. Call 410-939-9342 or e-mail: hdgartshow@hotmail.com
Aug 21
MARCH
of DIMES MOTORCYCLE RIDE. Approx. 3,500 motorcycles ride to raise money
for premature babies. Ride: 1-3p, Block Party in downtown HdG: 3-7p. Call
410-752-7990 for info.
Aug 22
ART,
TALES & SAIL - a day camp from 10a-2p aboard the Skipjack Martha
Lewis packed with projects, history and sailing. Ages 6-10.
Reservations. $10/person or...
STORYTIME CRUISE aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis
for ages 3-8. $10/person Reservations. 6:30 - 8p Call 410-939-4078 or
e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Aug 23
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Aug 24
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 7-8:30p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Aug 26
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Enjoy an evening sail with cuisine and
drink featuring SWEDEN. $45/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078 for
more info.
Aug 27
NEW
ADDITION
SKIPJACK MARTHA LEWIS'S 50th
BIRTHDAY BASH & CRAB FEAST!!
Time: 7-11pm (doors open at 6) at
Hutchins Park, Havre de Grace
Cost: $45/per person (tickets are
limited)
All you can eat Crabs, Pit Beef, Hot Dogs, Potato Salad, Fresh
Fruit Salad, Cucumber Salad, Beer, Wine & Soda, Catering by The
Wellwood. Live music, a silent auction, and fireworks all to benefit the
Chesapeake Heritage Conservancy and the Skipjack Martha Lewis.
You
can purchase tickets by credit card. Call 410-939-4078. You may also
purchase them at Amanda's Florist in Havre de Grace.
SEPTEMBER
Sept 1
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30p $15/adults, $7/children (under 10) Call
410-939-4078
Sept 10
CHILDREN'S ART FESTIVAL at
Tydings Park from 10-2. This project is sponsored by the HdG Arts
Commission and offers a wonderfully creative event to young children. ADA
$ Entertainment, activities, and lots of excitement. Bring your cameras
and get a great shot of your kids having fun. Contact: Donna Lowndes at
410-939-1998
Sept 10-11
18th ANNUAL DUCK FAIR at the
HdG Decoy Museum. Over 40 wildlife artists and carvers displaying and
selling works. Live and silent auctions, retriever dog demonstrations and
activities for children. Sat: 10a-5p, Sun: 10a-4p. Call 410-939-3739 or
e-mail: mailto:d
Sept 11
BRIDAL SHOW BY THE BAY at Swan
harbor Farm. Let those of us in the wedding business help plan your most
special day. Caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, and more await your
arrival. 1-4p $5.00 For info: 410-939-6767
Sept 14
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing
sail aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches,
scones and savory desserts from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. or...
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis.
6:30-8p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Sept 15
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30p $15/adults, $7/children (under
10) Call 410-939-4078
Sept 16-17
MARGARITA NIGHT - The
Skipjack Martha Lewis sets sail with Jimmy Buffet tunes, light
refreshments. Non-alcoholic beverages also available. 6:30-8:30p
$30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Sept 17
MEMORY WALK 2005 at Tydings
Park, 9a-12:30p. Walk-a-thon to raise money for the services provided by
the Alzheimer's Assoc., Greater MD Chapter. Call 410-561-9099 or e-mail:
kelly.meltzer@alz.org
GUIDED WALK of the NORTH PARK TRAIL at Susquehanna Museum of
HdG. Meet at the Lock House grounds at 10a for a guided, historical walk,
free to the public, approx. 1 hour. Call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
Sept 17-18
ANNUAL MARYLAND LIGHTHOUSE
CHALLENGE at the Concord Point Lighthouse - open 1-6p on Sat; and 8a-6p on
Sun. $2/adults; $1/children
Sept 19
STORYTIME CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis for ages 3-8. $10/person Reservations. 6:30
- 8p Call 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Sept 20
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Sept 21
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 6:30-8p Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078
or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Sept 24
WOODEN CANOE RENDEZVOUS at the
HdG Maritime Museum. Show off your own classic wooden canoe with canoe
exhibits, demonstrations & old canoe identification. 9a-5p, call
410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net
Sept 24-25
FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL at
Steppingstone Museum located on Quaker Bottom Road just off Rte 155. 11a -
5p. Featuring craft booths, scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, apple
bobbing, hay rides, straw maze, country music, clogging & square
dancing, pie & cake contests, and food. $5/adults, children 12 and
under (and members) FREE. Call 410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or e-mail: steppingstonemuseum@msn.com
Sept 28
AFTERNOON TEA - enjoy a relaxing
sail aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis with dainty sandwiches,
scones and savory desserts from 2-4p. $30/person Reservations. Call
410-939-4078
Sept 29
SUNSET CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. 6:30-8:30p $15/adults, $7/children (under
10) Call 410-939-4078
Sept 30
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Enjoy an evening sail with cuisine and
drink featuring IRELAND. $45 Reservations. Call 410-939-4078 for more
info.
OCTOBER
Oct 2 NEW
ADDITION
2005 KICK-OFF OPEN TEAM BASS
TOURNAMENTS! Starting at 6 a. (or Safe Light) to 3 p., at Tydings
Park/Havre de Grace City Yacht Basin. Entry Fee: $160 (includes Big Fish).
Fish the National Bass Circuit Susquehanna Flats/Upper Bay Division,
sponsored by Hooked on the Bay, Inc. Contact tournament director: Dave
Fauntleroy at 540-840-6772 or davefauntleroy@hotmail.com or assistant
tournament director: Capt. Karl Bunch at 410-272-6940 or
kwbunch@comcast.net
Oct 5
WINE CRUISE aboard the Skipjack
Martha Lewis. 6-7:30 Reservations $30/person Call 410-939-4078 or
e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Oct 8
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
Charlestown, MD - CRAFT SHOW from 9a-3p to benefit the
Charlestown Fire Company. Vendors, crafters, food, music all take palce on
their waterfront. Free to the public. Info: 410-287-3044 or
410-287-4998
Oct 9 NEW
ADDITION
SWANFEST at Swan Harbor Farm. The
grounds will be covered with the sights and sounds of autumn and host to t
a bevy of activities for the young and the young-at-heart. 11a-4p $5 Info:
410-939-6767
Oct 15
GUIDED WALK of the NORTH PARK
TRAIL at Susquehanna Museum of HdG. Meet at the Lock House grounds at 10a
for a guided, historical walk, free to the public, approx. 1 hour. Call
410-939-5780 or e-mail: smailto:susqmuseum@erols.com
GHOST & LEGENDS CRUISE. Come out and enjoy an adult
costume party onboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis for ghostly
stories told by author Ed Okonowicz. Light dinner and refreshments incl.
$35/reservations Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Oct 15 - 16
NEW
ADDITION
3rd ANNUAL
NATIVE AMERICAN POW
WOW
Please note change of location: to be held on the
grounds between the HdG Maritime & Decoy Museums.
Everyone is invited to enjoy a weekend of traditional
drumming, dancing, trading, and foods of Native American people $
10AM-6PM Info: 410-942-0542 or call the Maritime Museum at
410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net
Oct 16
LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE aboard the
Skipjack Martha Lewis. Get a great water view of area
lighthouses: Concord Point, Turkey Point and Fishing Battery Island.
Noon-3p. $30/person Reservations. Call 410-939-4078
Oct 20
FALL FOLIAGE & LIGHTHOUSE
CRUISE - noon - 3p - passengers will view the beautiful Harford and Cecil
County shorelines in its wonderful fall colors from the deck of the
skipjack Martha Lewis. Box lunch and beverages included.
$30/reservations Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail: mailto:d
Oct 21 NEW
ADDITION
HdG CHAMBER of COMMERCE BULL &
OYSTER ROAST at Hutchins Park, 7-11p. Buffet, raw bar, pit
beef-ham-turkey, beer, soda, tea & coffee. Chinese & Silent
Auctions. $35 Info: hdgchamber1@comcast.net or call 410-939-3303
Oct 22
GHOST & LEGENDS CRUISE. Come
out and enjoy an adult costume party onboard the Skipjack Martha
Lewis for ghostly stories told by author Ed Okonowicz. Light dinner
and refreshments incl. $35/reservations Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail:
director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Oct 23 NEW
ADDITION
The BALTIMORE MANDOLIN ORCHESTRA
presented by the Hdg Arts Commission offers a very special and
entertaining performance that begins at 3p at the HdG High School
Auditorium, 700 Congress Avenue. The program will be a mix of classical
music, show tunes, marches, rags, and a variety of other light classical
and popular tunes, all under the directorship of David T. Evans.
Italian-born soprano, Beatrice Gilbert, offers a thrilling dimension to
the truly unique orchestra experience. $5 (12 and under Free) Tickets
available at the HdG Visitors Center, 450 Pennington Ave (410-939-2100) or
at the door (if available). Open seating only. For more info about the
orchestra, visit their website.
Oct 23 or Oct 27
FALL
FOLIAGE & LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE - noon to 3p - passengers will view the
beautiful Harford and Cecil County shorelines in its wonderful fall
colors. Box lunch and beverages included. $30/reservations Contact:
410-939-4078 or e-mail: director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Oct 27-29 NEW
ADDITION
HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS & HAUNTED
MUSEUM at the HdG Maritime Museum. Come in costume. Games, costume
contests, crafts & snacks. 6-9p $ Info: museum@comcast.net or call
410-939-4800
Oct 28 NEW
ADDITION
A HARFORD COUNTY HARVEST WINE
DINNER. Please join us under our heated Pavilion for a celebration of
local flavors and wines. The night will feature comments and notes from
local Vinter Michael Fiore and cuisine from the Vandiver Inn, 301 S. Union
Avenue in historic HdG. Dinner starts at 7p. $65/person incl dinner &
wine courses. Call 410-939-5202 or visit their website.
Oct 28-30 NEW
ADDITION
DRY STONE WORKSHOP - learn about one
of the oldest ways of construction, called "Dry Stone" in this hands-on,
3-day workshop at Steppingstone Museum in HdG. Sponsored by Harford
Community College's Building Preservation and Restoration Program, HCC's
Continuing Education and Training Division, and Steppingstone Museum.
Non-Credit Course Tuition: $149 (includes all hand tools). For more info,
call Rhonda L. Deeg at 410-936-4000 x 7415 or register online at
www.Harford.edu Instructor: J. Michael Logan
Oct 29
GHOST & LEGENDS CRUISE. Come
out and enjoy an adult costume party onboard the Skipjack Martha
Lewis for ghostly stories told by author Ed Okonowicz. Light dinner
and refreshments incl. $35/reservations Contact: 410-939-4078 or e-mail:
director@skipjackmarthalewis.org
Oct 30 NEW
ADDITION
PET COSTUME CONTEST - enjoy this
spirited celebration with your pets. Register before 5 p.m. at Pampered
Pets Gourmet Treats, 200 N. Washington St. and make Halloween really fun!
Prizes for: Funniest - Cutest - Scariest - and Most Original. Come on -
bring your favorite pets and join us for a great way to celebrate the day!
Call: 410-939-5160 for information.
NEW ADDITION
HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST and PARADE
OF COSTUMES - All ages. Downtown HdG. Free, 6p registration; 6:30p parade
& judging begins. Prizes awarded for best costumes and for all
children in costume. Info: 410-273-5623
NEW ADDITION
2005 KICK-OFF OPEN TEAM BASS
TOURNAMENTS! Starting at 6 a. (or Safe Light) to 3 p., at Tydings
Park/Havre de Grace City Yacht Basin. Entry Fee: $160 (includes Big Fish).
Fish the National Bass Circuit Susquehanna Flats/Upper Bay Division,
sponsored by Hooked on the Bay, Inc. Contact tournament director: Dave
Fauntleroy at 540-840-6772 or davefauntleroy@hotmail.com or assistant
tournament director: Capt. Karl Bunch at 410-272-6940 or
kwbunch@comcast.net
NOVEMBER
Nov 3, 7, 11, 14, 17 or
21
OYSTERING - Join the crew of the Skipjack Martha
Lewis and experience the way it's been done for decades. Experience
life aboard a working skipjack. A hands on, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
to work with a crew dredging for succulent bivalves - hauling dredges and
culling (even a little sampling).
9 - 3 Call for more info and to
reserve your space. 410-939-4078 or http://www.skipjackmarthalewis.org/
Nov 5
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
NEW ADDITION
PRESERVE THE MEMORIES, SHARE THE
JOY. Restored family photos make wonderful gifts. Come to The Picture
Show for a Photo Restoration Open House and a formal presentation,
"Preserve Your Family Heritage." Do you have a treasured photo that is
cracked, stained, torn, even missing features? Bring your photo and find
out how it can be renewed! Meet the artist behind BarnesLeigh Creative
Photo Restoration and discuss options. See a variety of samples.
Refreshments served. Location: Bel Air, 706 Baltimore Pike from 10-3 with
the formal presentation at noon. For more details call: 410-879-8824
Nov 11-Dec 11 NEW
ADDITION
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST presented by
the Tidewater Players. All performances at "The Opera Hall," 121 N. Union
Avenue (next to the Fire House), HdG. Adults: $15/Chidlren: $10 For
reservations or specific times, call 410-939-5046 or e-mail:
tidewaterplayers@comcast.net
Nov 12 NEW
ADDITION
PRESERVE THE MEMORIES, SHARE THE
JOY. Restored family photos make wonderful gifts. Come to The Picture
Show for a Photo Restoration Open House and a formal presentation,
"Preserve Your Family Heritage." Do you have a treasured photo that is
cracked, stained, torn, even missing features? Bring your photo and find
out how it can be renewed! Meet the artist behind BarnesLeigh Creative
Photo Restoration and discuss options. See a variety of samples.
Refreshments served. Location: Havre de Grace, 301 St. John St. from 1-3
with the formal presentation at noon. For more details call: 410-939-0738
DECEMBER
Dec 2 NEW
ADDITION
CELEBRATE FIRST FRIDAY at Washington
Street Books for the 2nd Book Signing/Meet the Authors Night of 2005. Just
in time for holiday gift-buying. For more details check out www.
WashingtonStreetBooks.com or call: 410-939-6215
Also just down the street, celebrate the GRAND OPENING of
the relocation of TREASURES BY THE BAY at 141 N. Washington Street. Join
in their celebration of a larger space, great display windows, new
additions to their inventory and more! Cya There!
Of course - First Fridays will offer lots of excitement and
activities, sales and specials, throughout the community!
Dec 3-4
CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE at
Steppingstone Museum located on Quaker Bottom Road just off Rte. 155.
Noon-4p. Features tours of farmhouse decorated for the holidays, Christmas
music, storytelling, cider and cookies, museum store open for gift buying.
Call 410-939-2299/888-419-1762 or e-mail: steppingstonemuseum@msn.com
Dec 10-11
The CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE at the
Lock House for the Susquehanna Museum of HdG - a historical setting for
traditional sale of handmade holiday items and gifts, wreaths, greens and
gourmet foods. Sat 9a-1p, Sun 4-8p. Call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
Dec 11
33rd ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT TOUR of
HISTORIC HdG - fundraiser for the Susquehanna Museum of HdG. Tour various
historic homes, museums, churches, B&Bs, and other featured
attractions. Sun. 4-8p For tickets call 410-939-5780 or e-mail: susqmuseum@erols.com
MARI*TIME CHRISTMAS & CANDLELIGHT TOUR at the HdG
Maritime Museum. Music, great food, crafts and nautical ornaments. 11a-8p
Admission Info call 410-939-4800 or e-mail: mailto:museum@comcast.net
NEW ADDITION LEO
HEPPNER PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT will be at the HdG Decoy Museum for the
Holiday Candlelight Tour from 11a - 8p.
Dec 17
ALL MD REPTILE SHOW at the HdG
Community Center. 9a-3p Live reptiles, books, supplies, caging equipment
for sale & trade. Admission. Call 410-526-4184 or e-mail: hrbc@pythons.com
DEC 31
FIRST NIGHT FIRST LIGHT BOAT
FESTIVAL PARADE at the HdG Maritime Museum 7-10p. Cover your yacht,
cruiser, canoe or dingy with lights & decorations. Family friendly (no
alcohol). Info: 410-939-4800 or e-mail: museum@comcast.net
NEW YEAR'S EVE FIREWORKS &
DUCK DROP at HdG Middle School, midnight display - approx. 20 minutes. May
be viewed from all over HdG. Info: 410-939-2100
War of 1812 Young Re-enactors at the
Lock House 
Native American Dancers at the 2004 HdG Pow Wow in
October
