From Harford Family House: The Harford County community came out in full force to support Harford Family House’s 8th Annual Silent Purse Auction and Retail Sale on September 9th-10th at the Bel Air Armory. This year the event raised nearly $26,000, which was the most successful in its eight years running. Attendees were able to […]
Bel Air Library Children’s Department Reopens; Renovation Highlights Include NatureMaker Tree, Enhanced technology, Focus on Harford Heritage
From the Harford County Public Library: After an extensive four month renovation, the Bel Air Library Children’s Department reopened the afternoon of Thursday, September 1, to an enthusiastic response from children and adults alike. The Children’s Department, geared toward those from birth to middle school, features a NatureMaker Tree, an Innovation Lab-type area for middle […]
Enterprise Holdings Foundation Awards $1,500 to The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region to Help Foster Children in Need
From The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region: On April 15, 2016, UMBC hosted the fourth annual “Kicks for Chase” soccer game featuring the UMBC Retrievers men’s soccer team against the George Mason Patriots. The game raised money for The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region (The Arc NCR), a nonprofit assisting people with differing abilities. In support of […]
Chesapeake Professional Women’s Network Anniversary Celebration Raises $12,500 for Women’s Giving Circle
From The Chesapeake Professional Women’s Network: The Chesapeake Professional Women’s Network celebrated their 20th anniversary on April 27th at the Water’s Edge Events Center in Belcamp, Maryland. The special event offered attendees the enjoyment of an engaging keynote address by the esteemed Jenna Bush Hager, the raffle of a beautiful Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring (courtesy […]
Harford County Health Department Recognizes Children’s Dental Health Month
From the Harford County Health Department: The Harford County Health Department reminds the public that February marks the national observance of “Children’s Dental Health Month,” while March focuses on celebrating reading. The Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene’s (DHMH) Office of Oral Health suggests that parents celebrate both at the same time by becoming […]
Harford County Presents 3rd Annual Champions for Children and Youth Awards
From Harford County government: The Harford County Department of Community Services Local Management Board presented Champions for Children and Youth Awards yesterday to 22 nominated professionals, volunteers, and youth in the community who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help children. This year marks the third annual awards ceremony recognizing the […]
Harford County Health Department Recognizes February as Children’s Dental Health Month
From the Harford County Health Department: Bel Air, MD – February 5, 2015 – February is the observance of National Children’s Dental Health Month, placing emphasis on the need for parents and caregivers to take action early to ensure the health of their children’s teeth. A healthy mouth is important for overall health. Poor oral […]
Harford County Department of Community Services Present Champions for Children Awards
From Harford County government: The Harford County Department of Community Services Local Management Board presented 16 awards to nominated professionals, volunteers, and youth in the community who went above and beyond the call of duty to help children. This year marks the Local Management Board’s second annual Champions for Children and Youth Ceremony. The program […]