Harford County Human Relations Commission to Hold Fourth Annual Cultural Literacy Fair

From Harford County Government:

(Bel Air, MD) – The Harford County Department of Community Services Human Relations Commission in partnership with Harford County Public Schools and Barnes & Noble in Bel Air presents the Fourth Annual Cultural Literacy Fair. The event will be held on Saturday, November 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bel Air Barnes & Noble.

The Fair features interactive cultural displays highlighting regions where Harford County residents have relocated. This includes: Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. You will also find exciting STEM exercises, musical and/or artistic performances by local students, and appearances by school mascots. The school with the most participation at the Fair will receive $1,000, courtesy of the Harford County Office of Drug Control Policy. The money can be used to buy books for classrooms and the media center.

The Fair provides an opportunity for students, parents, and the community to participate in family friendly activities and learn about the various cultures in Harford County while enjoying the musical and artistic talents of local students. Join the Commission for a day of fun and learning, and even get a jump on some holiday shopping.

Below is a schedule of performances at the event:

10:00 a.m. – Doors Open
10:30 a.m. – Homestead/Wakefield E.S. – Honors Band (5th Grade)
11:00 a.m. – Joppatowne H.S. – Mariner String Orchestra
11:30 a.m. – Edgewood H.S. – Edgewood Evolution/ EHS Dance Co.
12:00 noon – Jarrettsville E.S. – Band and Orchestra
12:30 p.m. – Patterson Mill H.S. – String Ensemble, Cadenza
1:00 p.m. – Magnolia M.S. – 6th Grade Chorus

The Harford County Human Relations Commission is a 15 member volunteer advisory board appointed by the County Executive with approval of the County Council. Members serve with the County Executive representing all of the County’s population. The Commission is looking for new members. Interested citizens should contact the Office of Human Relations at 410-638-4739 or humanrelations@harfordcountymd.gov.