The Light of a New Beginning
W E P R O T E C T
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UV Rays & Interior Fading
Heat & Glare Reduction
Rock Chips & Road Debris
Weather & Contaminants
Scratches & Swirl Marks
Dirt & Water Stains
Thank you!
Welcome to the very first issue of Harco City Lifestyle! We are honored to launch this magazine dedicated to celebrating the vibrant communities, local stories, and unique lifestyle of Harford County.
Our county is filled with incredible people, businesses, and experiences that deserve to be highlighted. From hidden gems in our towns to community events that bring us together, Harco City Lifestyle is here to showcase the heart and soul of our region. Our goal is simple: to connect neighbors, inspire local pride, and share the stories that make Harford County feel like home.
This magazine is for you—the people who live, work, and play here. We hope it becomes a source of inspiration, a conversation starter, and a guide to discovering the very best our community has to offer. We’ll feature local artisans, spotlight outstanding businesses, cover events that matter, and celebrate the stories that make each corner of Harford County special.
We are thrilled to embark on this journey with you, and welcome your feedback, ideas, and stories. After all, a community magazine is nothing without its community. Together, let’s shine a light on what makes Harford County truly remarkable.
Thank you for joining us in this new adventure. We hope you enjoy this first edition and many more to come.
DAVE BURRIS, PUBLISHER
@HARCOCITYLIFESTYLE
November 2025
PUBLISHER
Dave Burris | Dave.Burris@citylifestyle.com
EDITOR
Jennifer Waldera | jennifer.waldera@citylifestyle.com
PUBLISHER ASSISTANT
Margarita Scannell
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Kerry Dietz
CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Amy White
Corporate Team
CEO Steven Schowengerdt
President Matthew Perry
COO David Stetler
CRO Jamie Pentz
CoS Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Matthew Endersbe
LAYOUT DESIGNER Eva Tucker
QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST Marina Campbell Proverbs 3:5-6
city scene
1: Stone View Farm guests! The Minnon family. 2: Revival for Recovery! Michelle, Dawn, Heidi, Kerry, Danielle, Amber 3: Networking Madpeople! Chris Rives, Lacey Rives 4: Harford Networking Scene! Ryan Del Gallo, Eric Metz, James Wallace. 5: Greek Girls Ice Cream! Tony Hatzigeorgalis, Gasper LaRocca. 6: Harford House- Homeruns for the Homeless! 7: Harford Networking Scene!
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The holidays have a way of calling us back to what matters most—faith, family, compassion, and the quiet but powerful act of giving. As lights go up and calendars fill, there are still many who sit in silence, carrying burdens too heavy to bear alone. But what if this season, you could be the spark that changes everything for someone else?
The founders of City Lifestyle, through their private foundation, are once again launching its annual Christmas Giving Campaign—a heartfelt effort to seek out and support individuals and families who have quietly fallen through the cracks. The mission is simple: to bring light, dignity, and hope to those who need it most.
Since its beginning just four years ago, this initiative has grown from a humble idea into a life-changing movement. Last Christmas alone, more than 200 families across the country received unexpected support—financial relief, but also something even more powerful.
“We don’t just send checks,” says Steven Schowengerdt, CEO and founder of City Lifestyle. “We send a message: You are seen. You are loved. And you are not forgotten.”
Together with City Lifestyle President Matthew Perry, Steven has helped shape this into a tradition that goes far beyond charity. “This is about community,” Matthew adds. “We believe we’ve been blessed, so now we get to be a blessing.”
Every story begins with a nomination. Often, it’s a neighbor, coworker, friend, or teacher—someone who’s been quietly carrying too much for too long. One past recipient, after receiving unexpected support during a time of deep personal struggle, wrote:
SCAN TO NOMINATE
“We send a message: You are seen. You are loved. And you are not forgotten.”
“Beyond the very practical solution of receiving funds to fix my car, this thing you guys worked together to do is bigger than that. I carry the Christmas card you sent in my purse. When things get really hard, I pull it out and remember what it felt like to be seen. That card represents hope— that change for the better is possible. I’m not sure how many people get to carry hope around in their purse. But I do.”
Another wrote in after her husband was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer and unable to work:
“This support has blessed our family not only financially, but emotionally and spiritually as we trust God to meet our needs throughout this difficult time. Thank you to our anonymous friend and to your foundation. What a joy and gift to be part of God’s family!”
Each year brings countless stories like these—real lives touched by simple acts of kindness. Some use the funds to pay overdue bills, others to afford groceries, medication, or repairs. But no matter the circumstance, the impact is the same: hope is restored.
This season, you have the opportunity to be part of that. The campaign is now open to nominations—completely confidential and prayerfully considered. Whether it’s someone battling illness, facing unemployment, or just in need of a helping hand, you can bring them a moment of grace that will ripple far beyond Christmas morning.
“Knowing my mom was chosen filled my heart with indescribable joy,” said another past recipient. “Your generosity doesn’t just brighten her life; it inspires hope and faith in all of us. It enables her to stay in her home and get back on her feet.”
Nominations are open from November 1st to December 5th, 2025. To submit someone you know, simply scan the QR code or visit @CityLifestyle on Instagram, where you’ll find the nomination form in the bio.
This holiday season, let’s give more than gifts. Let’s give each other the gift of being seen. Because sometimes, the smallest gesture becomes someone’s greatest miracle.
To nominate someone in need, visit: KingdomBuildingFoundation.org or scan the QR code.
Dave turned a magazine into community.
City Lifestyle isn’t just a publication — it’s a pulse. A rhythm of voices, neighbors, and stories woven together by someone who believes in the power of connection. As we expand, we’re looking for people ready to turn care into community. Are you ready to be that spark?
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Six Decades of Community
Maryland Golf & Country Clubs is the epicenter of social, athletic, and community life.
Did you ever hear about the pioneering Major League Baseball Hall of Fame executive who, after leaving the game, opened one of the most beautiful golf properties that just happens to be in your backyard? Head over to MacPhail Road in Bel Air, home to the Maryland Golf & Country Clubs.
MGCC is blissfully sprawled on the site of the former Glenangus Farms, where Lt. Col. Leland “Larry” Stanford MacPhail Sr. cared for his beloved thoroughbreds. MacPhail, considered one of the great innovators in Major League Baseball history, is credited with dreaming up night games, and brought the first such game to life as general manager of the Cincinnati Reds in 1934. He also was the first to implement air travel for a professional baseball team. He brought baseball under the big lights to Brooklyn, too, in 1939, when he worked for the then-Brooklyn Dodgers. He left the Dodgers for the Yankees, where he negotiated player minimum salaries and pension plans, and guided the team to the 1947 World Series. After leaving baseball, he turned to operating Glenangus.
Why is MGCC’s past so important? Because MacPhail bestowed upon MGCC the same kind of pioneering ethos that made him a legend in sports. MGCC is not just a golf club—it’s
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY KERRY DIETZ
been the epicenter of social, athletic, and community life for more than six decades. Its foundation has continued to deepen with the kind of multimillion-dollar facilities investments that have made it a golfing destination.
“The Club was founded in 1961 by Larry MacPhail,”says Director of Membership & Marketing Brendalys Snee. “There were several other founding families, but this land belonged to Larry. We have one of the families that started this club from 1961 who is still here, in her ’90s. We still have families that joined in the ’60s. Their children are here, their grandchildren, and their great-grandchildren. This place becomes a second home for families, which I think is different than the impression people have of country clubs. People come here to make lifelong friendships.”
It’s not hard to see why. With its rolling verdant hills, top-flight amenities, and enough activities to keep even the littlest members happy, MGCC is a beautiful place to while away an afternoon, no
matter the season—and no matter if you can tell a putter from a wedge.
“Close to half of our members are not golf members,” Snee says."They are what we consider active social members.”
Active social memberships, Snee says, give families access to the pool (which was renovated in 2024), as well as the Cabana Club (added in 2020), which is an outdoor bar with TV screens and full-service dining.
Social members spend time on the six Har-Tru surface tennis courts and new pickleball courts.These members have full access to the dining facilities, which were renovated two years ago. The facilities include a temperature-controlled wine storage system and Wine Club, formal dining room, and casual dining areas.
“We recently added an outdoor
dining area, which is what members really wanted,” Snee says. “We ensure our members’ voices are heard.”
For the golf-inclined,you’ll want for naught at first sight of the pristine, classically designed course of undulating terrain. The course was renovated by nationally renowned golf architect Andrew Green, who restored the historic Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio. Programmatic standouts include Men’s Leagues, Ladies 9-Hole, Ladies 18-Hole, MGCC Seniors, and Junior Golf. The pro shop carries everything from labels like FootJoy to Titleist, Peter Miller, and more. Tournaments abound through the calendar year; the ambassador program at the club serves to connect new golf members with longstanding ones for play, relationships, and deepened bonds.
“This truly is a place for everybody,” Snee says.
It’s a place for community connection. The club partners with local nonprofits and organizations, like the Red Cross. The Harford County Chamber of Commerce hosts events at the club, and Mondays are typically reserved for community fundraising.
In high season, the club employs about 150 employees—a few of them, Snee is proud to note, are members of the Arc Northern
Chesapeake Region, an organization in Harford County that provides employment to people with intellectual disabilities.
She credits General Manager Boris Gradina for setting the tone. Gradina was named Club Executive of the Year in 2023, earning the national award for shifting MGCC’s culture and operations, and creating a thriving environment for both employees and members. His focus on mentorship, innovation, and business acumen has set a “gold standard” in private club management—the “private” part is important to the MGCC identity.
“This is a member-owned club,” Snee says. "This is not a club owned by a corporation or some outside entity that dictates what we can or cannot do. It’s members making decisions. I
think that's part of why there is this great sense of ownership and pride from the members: this really is their place.”
It’s their place all year round, too. Think Easter Egg hunts, Halloween Spooktacular, Breakfast with Santa, New Year’s Eve Kids Drop, and so much more.
If you’re ready to check out MGCC, what are you waiting for?
“This is the kind of place you have to see for yourself,” says Snee, who is happy to offer tours. “Come see how much family happens here, how much community we build here. Come see why we mean so much to the community, not only in terms of employment, but also in the multimillion-dollar investments we’ve made into the club in the past few years, and come see us for all those things yet to come.”
ARTICLE BY AK WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY BY KERRY DIETZ
Fall in Harford County is made for farm brewery hopping— here are the three to visit.
Hops on The
Homestead
FALLING BRANCH BREWERY
At Falling Branch, every pint tells a story a hundred years in the making. Falling Branch Brewery founder Alex Galbreath says the farm has been a pillar of his family since his great-grandfather purchased it in 1924. It’s seen many transformations: it was a swine farm, a dairy cattle farm, and a creamery. Galbreath, the fourth-generation to own it, remade it yet again, this time into a thriving brewery. The 100-acre farm brewery in Street is Harford County’s first, opening just a few years after the passing of a 2012 law that allowed farms to brew and sell beer on-site as long as they used an ingredient they grew.
Falling Branch
“I grew up 200 feet from the taproom,” Galbreath says. “I worked on this farm as a little kid, feeding and milking the cows. I spent countless hours out here. It’s so much a part of who I am.”
When Galbreath graduated college in 2013, “I found myself 21 years old and falling in love with craft beer,” he says. “I also knew I didn’t want to be a dairy farmer.” Under the new state law, he applied for a grant for funds to plant hops on the farm. “They take a couple years to fully establish themselves, and in 2015, we started brewing.”
Galbreath admits he wears a lot of hats at the brewery, but brewer isn’t one of them. “Let’s say my brewing skills weren't up to par for commercial brewing,” he says. “I partnered with a local brewer. That's one aspect where I am the least involved, besides obviously taste-testing it and loving it.”
In 2016, Falling Branch opened its doors with an outdoor-only beer garden. Soon after, they refurbished a stunning 1800s barn into the yearround taproom. The brewery started with a half-barrel brewing system that produced just 15 gallons at a time and scaled up to a 15-barrel system in 2021, which increased production 30-fold. This expansion has allowed
them to distribute their beer to over 100 locations across Harford County, Baltimore County, and Baltimore City.
Fall at Falling Branch is particularly hopping, with PumpkinFest every weekend through October with a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hay rides, build-your-own scarecrows, live music, vendors, food trucks, face painting, and, of course, a slew of seasonal-inspired brews.
"For our beer, we try to have classic styles that are executed really well, but we also like to push the envelope a little bit and get creative," Galbreath says. On the more creative side, check out That’s My Uncrusted, a PB&J-inspired sour.
Visitors are welcome to roam the farm and see the animals, which include goats, sheep, and cows.
“This is an unbeatable one-of-a-kind farm atmosphere,” Galbreath says. “It’s laid back, relaxing, family-friendly. It's not just a brewery. It’s a place where you can feel connected to the land and the community that has grown around it.”
Falling Branch
Falling Branch
“WE LIKE TO MAKE VERY COOL, VERY DIFFERENT BEERS. WE’RE NOT AFRAID TO TRY NEW THINGS. I THINK THAT'S WHAT KEEPS BRINGING PEOPLE BACK, CONSTANTLY HAVING NEW AND DIFFERENT BEERS AVAILABLE.”
SLATE FARM BREWERY
Kiel Brown and his brother Sam Brown were once masters of the home brew. They started with a kit, graduated to purchasing their own equipment, and soon were bottling and sharing their concoctions with friends and family. “One day we thought, ‘You know what?’ Let’s give this a go for real,” Kiel Brown says.
The initial “go” in 2018—when the brothers, their mother, and their uncle opened Slate Farm Brewery—looked like this: “We didn’t have walls or bathrooms,” Brown says, laughing. “We had a pavilion and a trailer that served beers. We opened on a shoestring budget.”
Seven years later, with a taproom with 30 options, Slate Farm Brewery in Whiteford has made a name for itself as small but mighty. While many breweries chase scale, Slate's smaller size is its secret weapon. With a five-barrel system, Slate Farm has the freedom to experiment and create beers that larger breweries maybe wouldn’t risk. “If it doesn’t work, they have to throw out so much more beer,” Brown says of his larger counterparts. “We like to make very cool, very different beers. We’re not afraid to try new things.”
This philosophy has led to a constantly rotating selection of vibey beers on tap, like Strawblurry, a hazy Strawberry blonde fermented with an “absurd” amount of strawberry puree, orange peel, and coriander; or Loops, inspired by your favorite fruity childhood cereal. "I think that's what keeps bringing people back: constantly having new and different beers available,” Brown says.
Beyond the adventurous spirit of their brews, Slate is also known for its sours and slushies, and even hosts an annual sour fest. The adorable goats
and chickens hanging around the farm to say “hi” help, too. With a food truck on site, Slate has you covered with specialty sandwiches, seasonal favorites, and more.
Visiting for the first time? Brown admits the expansive tap list might leave you a little dizzy, but in the best possible way. “The best beer is the one you like, and is a very personal choice,” he says. “But our most popular is the Nine Pound Hammer, a big double IPA.”
What's next for Slate Brewing? Brown’s goal is to remain rooted in their existing community of beer fans. "I just want to continue to make great beer, and be a part of the wonderful community we’ve built,” he says.
HOPKINS FARM BREWERY
Like Falling Branch, Hopkins Farm Brewery in Havre de Grace also boasts a family story that spans nearly 100 years. Founder Aaron Hopkins grew up watching his dad work the farm. “It was a really cool way to grow up, playing on the farm, working with my dad with the dairy cattle,” he says. “I always knew from then I wanted to do something with farming.”
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As an undergraduate student at the University of Delaware, Hopkins was working on a project that required him to come up with a business plan. “I was going to do a farm-to-table restaurant,” he says. “But then I met Sam Calagione.” Calagione, founder of Delaware-based Dogfish Head Brewery, changed everything for Hopkins. “I had the dream then: maybe a brewery is something we could do on the farm.”
The dream became a reality when the whole family got on board, including his parents, aunts, and uncles. When the brewery opened in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hopkins says their spacious outdoor area was a "blessing" that allowed people to feel safe while regaining a sense of normalcy.
What truly sets Hopkins Farm Brewery apart, Hopkins says, is its deep connection to the land and the farm-to-table philosophy. The farm has its own malting operation, allowing brewers to use barley, corn, and wheat grown directly on the farm. "Our goal is that around 30 or 40 percent of the barley, wheat, and
corn grown on the farm goes into every beer that we brew,” he says. “We recently released a cantaloupe beer, and I think we used a couple hundred pounds of it from the farm.” The commitment extends to collaborating with local orchards for ingredients like peaches and cider.
The brewery is powered by a 10-barrel system that yields about 300 gallons per batch. The personality of the beer is all about its hyper-local ties to the land. “That’s how we add our unique character,” Hopkins says. “It’s also a very collaborative effort, with bartenders, staff, and customers coming up with fun ideas.” To wit: The Hamilton, a classic pilsner named after Hopkins’ friends and favorite local auto shop.
For Hopkins, the best part of the farm, which will turn 100 next year, is the chance to be with his family. “My two kids run around the farm and have the time of their lives,” he says. “It's a cool gathering place, whether it's friends, family—we all love each other, and we love good beer.”
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unique GIFTING
ARTICLE BY MEL BOBAN
The holiday season is officially on, and gifting is top of mind. We’re all used to scrolling online, browsing the malls or hitting the local boutiques, but sometimes it’s fun and unexpected to switch it up. If looking to surprise and delight recipients this year and to bring a new tradition to the season, offbeat gifting can be a great way to turn a new leaf on stale routines.
1) PRE-HOLIDAY SURPRISE. For those traveling, send gifts early, such as cheeses, fruit or pies.
2) FUTURE FUN. Browse winter or spring events; snag tickets to enjoy with recipients.
3) GENEROSITY. Donations make heartfelt, thoughtful ideas.
4) TRAVEL. Gift a loved one with a trip.
5) TIME. Is a recipient busy, overloaded and overworked? Treat them to a whole home cleaning before or after the holiday.
6) LOVE OF LEARNING. If a loved one is planning international travel, grab them a gift card for a language learning app.
7) THOUGHTFUL MESSAGES. Ask friends and family to record loving messages on cellphones; combine recordings using a video app for meaningful holiday greeting.
8) BON APPÉTIT. Sign up special someone for cooking class regarding favorite cuisine, or cuisine they struggle to make.
9) RECIPE BOOK. Gather traditional family recipes and create printed books for guests as priceless keepsakes.
GENEAU THAMES IS INVESTED IN THE INTEREST OF THE PEOPLE SHE SERVES.
A Mutual Benefit
ARTICLE BY AK WHITE | PHOTOGRAPHY BY HARFORD MUTUAL INSURANCE
I’m someone who leads with my heart. I'm maternal in nature.
When Geneau Thames was 9 years old, she saw a photo of Martin Luther King Jr on TV. Curious, she asked her mother what he was doing. “He’s a lawyer, so he’s helping people,” her mother told her. That struck Thames. “I remember thinking, ‘Okay. I want to do that,’” says Thames, vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary for Harford Mutual Insurance Group. “What that looks like has certainly changed throughout the years, but at its core, my path has always been wanting to be someone who does something for someone else.”
That’s precisely what she does for Harford Mutual, the commercial carrier based in Bel Air that provides insurance to businesses from small mom-and-pop shops to larger establishments, from New Jersey to Georgia. “We're not owned by stockholders,” Thames says. “We're owned by our policyholders. They make the decisions that reflect and maintain our solvency so that we can continue to pay claims. And I think that's the difference: When you're a mutual holding company, you’re really invested in the interest of the people you serve.”
Thames didn’t see herself as corporate counsel. After graduating law school in 2004, she clerked in the Baltimore City Circuit Court. Initially interested in criminal law, after less than six months on the criminal docket, she realized it wasn’t for her. “I didn’t have the heart for it,” she says. “I felt like everybody lost, especially in Baltimore City. The kids we saw in October, we saw them back on the felony docket in May.”
So she pivoted, joined a law firm, and tried civil cases for a decade. One of her clients was Harford Mutual. She was at Harford HQ on a training when
her predecessor announced he was resigning. When the question came up of who would take his place, someone in the room said, “You’re looking at her.”
“I just laughed it off at first,” she says. But Harford was serious. After a conversation with CEO Steve Linkous, Thames was hired on the spot.
As much as her heart wasn’t in criminal law, it’s with Harford.
“People are involved, but there's a separation,” she says. “I’m someone who leads with my heart. I'm maternal in nature. And when I was sitting on the criminal docket, especially as I had a young son at the time … I couldn’t do it. But the [transactional] nature here allows me to be engaged, to love what I do, and to enjoy the energy and the academic vigor associated with the work.”
As GC, Thames is a generalist: she needs to know about everything from zoning issues, to employment, to mergers, to regulatory work, lobbying, and more. “It keeps me checked in,” she says. “I have no opportunity to become bored. It’s drinking out of a fire hose at all times, and I love that.”
Thames geeks out recalling the historic merger she led between Harford and a Kentucky-based company. “We had to bring that company here to Maryland to get it domesticated. Then we had to create a mutual holding company, and from there, we merged,” she says, eyes dancing. “It was one of the most complicated things I’ve ever done professionally.”
But it wasn’t the hardest thing she faced emotionally. In 2016, at 38, Thames went to the doctor for a routine checkup and bloodwork. When she returned to go over the results, her doctor asked, “Are you feeling tired?” “Of course I’m tired,”
It’s been a great place to raise a family, to work, to walk around. “ ”
Thames told her. “I work full time and have three children. I’ve been tired for 17 years.” Her doctor sent her for another test. “I was just about to leave for Bermuda so I didn’t have time for this,” Thames says. But she went.
The diagnosis was acute myeloid leukemia, one of the most aggressive forms of blood cancers. She found herself at Johns Hopkins within 24 hours, fighting for her life. “I remember cross-examining the doctor because I simply didn’t believe it,” she says.
“You never see cancer coming.” She stayed in-patient for 33 days receiving intense bouts of chemotherapy. In 2017, she received a bone marrow transplant, and has been cancer-free since.
Thames says her community rallied around her, particularly her colleagues at Harford Mutual and the people she met at There Goes My Hero, a Baltimorebased nonprofit that works to save the lives of those with blood cancers. One of its initiatives is Color the Registry, which seeks to diversify donor registries. “The bone marrow registry doesn't look like the United States at large,” Thames says. “That's not for any other reason other than access and education, people not knowing that we need to have as many people of color, and not just African-American, but Asian-American, Latino-American. DNA matters.”
Thames struggled to find a viable donor, who needed to be of African descent. Eventually, a clinical trial saved her life. So called to the work of There Goes My Hero, she now serves as its president. “It is my great passion,” she says.
Thames’ penchant for doing good works in the community and paying it forward is mirrored by Harford Mutual. The #HMIGGIVESBACK initiative encourages Thames and her colleagues to engage with the community through company coordinated events, and offers paid leave for volunteer opportunities. Harford’s charitable giving is grounded in supporting organizations that focus on addressing poverty, health and safety, diversity and inclusion, and community arts and education.
Another perk of the job for Thames is location. Born and raised in the Bronx, the former city girl loves her cozy hometown of Bel Air. “Bel Air is like a little slice of Americana,” she says. “It’s been a great place to raise a family, to work, to walk around. I think the folks in the town of Bel Air ultimately don't care where you come from. They care about you getting up every day, going to work, and doing your part to make the community better. I think that’s Harford County in a nutshell: contributing meaningfully in your way, and that’s all they ask.”
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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS NOVEMBER 2025
NOVEMBER 1ST
2025 Run For The Brave- 5K
Perryville Community Park | 9:00 AM
All new! 5K Color Run for the Brave benefiting CHEP (Chesapeake Health Education Program) presented by Great Wolf Lodge-Maryland. chepinc.org
NOVEMBER 5TH
14th Annual Spirit of Thanks
Hopkins Farm Brewery | 5:00 PM
Hosted by the Harford County Chamber of Commerce- Continuing the tradition of bringing together our military and business communities for an evening of celebration and camaraderie! harfordchamber.org
NOVEMBER 7TH
First Fridays in Bel Air
121 S. Main St. Bel Air, MD | 5:00 PM
Come visit the “Heart of Harford” on the First Friday each month! Shop at a unique boutique or store in Downtown Bel Air, go for a walk on the Ma & Pa Trail, or order carry-out from one of our delicious restaurants! Each First Friday features local live music, beer and wine, food, and more. Visit downtownbelair.com for more information.
NOVEMBER 8TH
Fall Fest at Eden Mill
Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Road, Pylesville. | 10:00 AM
Join us on Saturday November 8th and enjoy the beauty of the park and all it has to offer. Witness pumpkins fly through the air as they are chucked from a trebuchet! Free admission and lots of free activities. Visit the nature center, historic grist mill museum, and educational garden area, all while playing the Passport Scavenger Hunt. edenmill.org
NOVEMBER 15TH
Veterans Resource Fair
Bel Air Armory | 10:00 AM
Hosted by the Harford County Veterans Commission- This is an opportunity to speak with representatives from the Department of Veterans Affairs for claims, healthcare, and cemetery services. There will be activities for children, a raffle for Ravens tickets and gift cards, and a free lunch. harfordcountymd.gov
NOVEMBER 29TH
Small
Business Saturday
Downtown Bel Air | 10:00 AM
Small Business Saturday gives shoppers an opportunity to experience all that Downtown Bel Air has to offer as an Arts and Entertainment District. Our unique restaurants, shops, and boutiques offer special deals and personalized service for your holiday shopping. Visit downtownbelair. com for more information.
Autumn in a Glass
MAPLE BOURBON SMASH
INGREDIENTS
• 1.5 ounces Maple Bourbon
• 1 sprig Fresh Mint
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 ounce Ginger Beer
• Ice
Come by Barrett's on the Pike at 588 Baltimore Pike in Bel Air to enjoy:
Maple Bourbon Smash – A refined balance of smooth bourbon, pure maple sweetness, and bright citrus, delicately finished with fresh mint. A timeless sip of warmth and sophistication.
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