Town of Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District

Our Director of Economic Development, Angela Robertson, accepted a proclamation from the Town of Bel Air Board of Commissioners declaring September 13-30 Arts Across Harford. This countywide celebration of the arts in all disciplines begins on Friday, September 13, with a kickoff event 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bel Air Armory. The kickoff will happen in conjunction with the Maryland Center for the Arts' 10th annual Harford Plein Air Festival, which includes an awards ceremony and opening of a gallery of paintings submitted for the festival.
https://www.mdcenterforthearts.org/2024-harford-plein-air.html
For a calendar of Arts Across Harford events, visit https://www.visitharford.com/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/arts-across-harford/

The Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District is proud to partner with arts organizations throughout Harford County for Arts Across Harford,18 spectacular days of events spanning all disciplines from September 13-30. This month's newsletter features events scheduled in Bel Air, but we encourage you to explore the diverse and vibrant arts community throughout Harford County. From captivating musical performances to mesmerizing gallery exhibits and compelling theatre productions, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

News from the Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District September 2024 The Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District is proud to partner with arts organizations throughout Harford County for Arts Across Harford,18 spectacular days of events spanning all discip

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, we have had to make the difficult decision to postpone the Dunnigan’s: Bel Air’s Premiere Speakeasy Event scheduled for September 21, 2024.
The great news is that the Dunnigan’s: Bel Air’s Premiere Speakeasy Event is still happening! We have rescheduled the event to take place on April 5, 2025!

What to expect:
♣️ The opportunity to play traditional casino games such as Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Texas Hold’em Poker, and Three Card Poker,
🚬 A “Stick and Stogie Lounge” for cigar smoking in Armory Park brought to you by Cigar Leaf,
🍽 Catering delights brought to you by The Local, The Grazing Room at Boards by Dana, and Crossroads Bistro,
🎺 LIVE music with the amazing jazz band – Larry Noto and the Little Big Band,
📸 Photo Booth action brought to you by MUSG Productions,
🍸 Enjoy specialty 1920s era drinks, win prizes from Atlantic Ballroom, Barrett’s on the Pike, Lean Kitchen and more!

Come dressed in your BEST 1920s attire and enter to win a costume contest!
If you didn’t have the date open before – mark your calendars for April NOW!

You CANNOT miss Downtown Bel Air Alliance’s Spring spectacular event– it is going to be the cat’s meow!!

The Town of Bel Air Arts & Entertainment District is proud to partner with arts organizations throughout Harford County for Arts Across Harford,18 spectacular days of events spanning all disciplines from September 13-30.

Check out the full calendar of events below. From captivating musical performances to mesmerizing gallery exhibits and compelling theatre productions, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

https://www.visitharford.com/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/arts-across-harford/

Bel Air Dance and Baton – Coppermine Relevé Dance & TwirlTasTix Baton Twirling have moved to Coppermine Bel Air Athletic Club this Fall to provide a full array of traditional dance classes and more.

Have you always wanted to step out on the dance floor with confidence? Well, now is the time to sign up for Fall Dance Lessons at the Bel Air Armory!

Classes begin September 16 or October 28, depending on the session you choose. Choose from Tango, East/West Coast Swing, and Salsa/Bachata! Sign up now at https://www.belairmd.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=737

Time is running out to visit "A Starry Night in Bel Air" on display in the exhibit room of the Bel Air Branch of Harford County Public Library until August 31!

Under the guidance of art teacher Carolyn Wolf, students of all ages at Emmorton Elementary School created an incredibly lifelike art installation depicting historic buildings and landmark businesses of Main Street to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Bel Air's incorporation as a municipality. The exhibit is open to the public during regular library hours.

https://www.belairartsandentertainment.org/2024/07/30/a-starry-night-in-bel-air-exhibits-work-of-emmorton-elementary-school-students/

Watch Midday Maryland on WMAR-2 News Baltimore featuring Harford Artists Association's Gallery and the many ways they support art and artists in the Bel Air A&E District and all of Harford County.
Harford Artists Gallery is located in Armory Marketplace, 37 N. Main Street in Bel Air!

Harford Artists Gallery offers support to local artists We get a behind the scenes tour of the Harford Artists Gallery and learn about their upcoming event schedule! Volunteer, donate, or submit a piece of your own today!

🤑 BEL AIR COMMUNITY YARD SALE AND FLEA MARKET 🤑 Tomorrow in Downtown Bel Air and beyond from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Shopping on a budget? Be sure to explore the over 50 vendors at the central Flea Market at 2 S Bond St! For more information, visit us online at https://downtownbelair.com/events/bel-air-community-yard-sale-and-flea-market/.

Save the Dates for start of Arts Across Harford & Maryland Center for the Arts' Gallery Reception for the Harford Plein Air Festival beginning September 13 at the Bel Air Armory!

September 13 - 6:30-9pm - ​Arts Across Harford Kick-Off Reception at the Harford Plein Air Gallery Opening & Awards Ceremony.

September 14 - 8:30-noon - Watch juried and community artists paint in downtown Bel Air. 9am-3pm - Free Harford Plein Air Exhibition & Sales Gallery at the Bel Air Armory.

September 15 - 10am-3pm - Free Harford Plein Air Exhibition & Sales Gallery, Bel Air Armory, in conjunction with the Bel Air Festival for the Arts.

https://www.mdcenterforthearts.org/2024-harford-plein-air.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawE1jelleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXFp5kVp-3mDiQ7uPArX_YKwZAJ14qvOlNwRhzKuY3t-uE-EeWOqYn1jAg_aem_tCOoSi_3was5CoEvcaUBqQ

The Historical Society of Harford County Inc 2024 Annual Dinner promises to be a grand occasion. This year’s dinner will be held at the Historical Society’s Headquarters, 143 N. Main Street in Bel Air. Attendees will have the opportunity to see the tremendous progress at the Society’s Museum, learn about upcoming Society projects and programs, enjoy a fine dining experience with a catered dinner and celebrate the 200th Anniversary of General Lafayette’s return to America.
For tickets, visit this link: bit.ly/3yMi8rG

Colleen Webster delivers her one-woman show as Georgia O’Keeffe, often hailed as the first truly American painter. Learn about Georgia O’Keeffe’s work and life through this unique living history performance scheduled for Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Bel Air Armory. Doors open at 6:30 pm, and the event begins at 7 pm. Admission is FREE, but reservations are required.
Reserve tickets here: https://bit.ly/3WkBehF

An Arts Across Harford event sponsored by the Bel Air Cultural Arts Commission.

This Friday is the LAST of our Summer Movie Nights series for 2024, brought to you by M&T Bank! Starting at 7:15 p.m. in Shamrock Park in Downtown Bel Air, we'll have face painting, food trucks (The Crabby Pretzel, MILFs Hot Spot, Kona Ice, Cozy Cookies, Dough Slingers), pre-movie entertainment sponsored by Sit Means Sit Dog Training Bel Air, and more while you enjoy one more fun-filled movie night with the kids before it's time for back to school. August's movie is Trolls Band Together 🧌. Learn more online at https://downtownbelair.com/events/summer-movie-nights/. Thank you to our sponsor Bel Air Lions!

Join us for an evening of great entertainment and great fun as the Summer Concert Series comes to a close this Sunday, August 18, at 7 pm with the classic rock of The Sagamore Band at Shamrock Park. Gather your family and friends, enjoy a great dinner in downtown Bel Air, and take in a concert in the park!

Please call 410-803-9784 for cancellation/relocation updates after 4 pm on the day of the concert.

Learn the rich history of Harford’s black churches from renowned speaker and historian, Reggie Bishop. Presented virtually by The Historical Society of Harford County Inc TODAY, August 13, 12:30pm – 1:30pm.

Admission is FREE, but must register.
https://www.harfordhistory.org/event/black-churches-in-harford-featuring-reggie-bishop-virtual-event/

Experience Dunnigan's: Bel Air's Premiere Speakeasy on September 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Bel Air Armory! 🥃 This immersive experience will transport you back to the 1920s during Prohibition America thanks to an elegant and upscale setting thanks to our sponsor Vagabond Sandwich Company. During the event, you'll have the opportunity to play traditional casino games sponsored by Crossroads Bistro and Crescendo Financial Group, enjoy delicious catering from The Local and The Grazing Room at Boards by Dana, smoke ci**rs in Armory Park from Cigar Leaf, listen to live music from Larry Noto and the Little Big Band, sip on specialty cocktails, and more. Tickets are now on sale, and you won't want to miss this incredible night that will be the talk of the town. Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dunnigans-bel-airs-premiere-speakeasy-2024-tickets-852329088247?aff=oddtdtcreator to get your tickets before they sell out!

TODAY at the Bel Air Armory noon - 4 pm!

Save the date for the Book Fair at Bel Air! Bring your love of reading and friends and family to the Bel Air Armory this Saturday, August 10, from noon - 4pm and meet 20+ local authors and enjoy children's book readings, crafts and games, sweets and treats, and so much more. Admission is FREE!

This Sunday, come on in to Downtown Bel Air for The Belle Aire Market, brought to you by American Design and Build/American Sentry Solar! From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 121 S Main St, shop from dozens of incredible vendors and enjoy live music from Anthony Frijia. Then, continue down Main and Bond Streets to check our our businesses downtown - there's even more shopping for you to do, or grab some brunch or lunch while you're out and about. 🛍 Learn more online at https://downtownbelair.com/events/the-belle-aire-market/. Thank you to our sponsor Cat Sense Feline Hospital and Boarding, Inc!

Join us for an evening of great entertainment and great fun as the Summer Concert Series continues on Sunday, August 11, at 7 pm with the Seth Kibel Quintet at Shamrock Park. Gather your family and friends, enjoy a great dinner in downtown Bel Air, and take in a concert in the park!

Please call 410-803-9784 for cancellation/relocation updates after 4 pm on the day of the concert.

Seth Kibel Music

It’s Wednesday, and that means Open House at the Liriodendron! Visit us from 1 to 6 to see this fantastic exhibit, tour our new permanent museum and explore local history, wander our beautiful grounds, and learn how you can rent our historic venue for your wedding, party, or business function.

All are welcome and admission is free!

Save the date for the Book Fair at Bel Air! Bring your love of reading and friends and family to the Bel Air Armory this Saturday, August 10, from noon - 4pm and meet 20+ local authors and enjoy children's book readings, crafts and games, sweets and treats, and so much more. Admission is FREE!

Come out to Shamrock Park tomorrow night (Tuesday, August 6th) to enjoy the talents of local youth, including selections from Deer Creek Youth Choir!

Tonight’s concert at 7 PM with the United States Navy Band Cruisers will take place at Bel Air High School due to the unpredictable storms we have been having all weekend! It appears it may rain on us as the band is setting up this evening, so we would like to play it safe. See you then!