Cruises

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August 1st, 7th, 15th, 22nd
Margaritaville Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Set sail aboard the Skipjack Martha Lewis with island tunes and light refreshments. Margaritas, beer, and soda included. 7-9pm; Reservations required; $40 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 5th, 21st
Maryland Wine Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Experience a relaxing evening of sailing while enjoying wine from a local vineyard, cheese & fruit, beer & sodas. Reservations required. Cruise will be held from 7-9pm. $40 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 6th, 13th, 28th, 30th
Sunset Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Board the Skipjack Martha Lewis and experience a sunset to remember. Cruising begins at 7pm and the ship returns to port at 9pm. Reservations are required; $25 adults, $15 children under 10; Havre de Grace Harbor; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Sailboat Races Dinner Cruise—Lantern Queen Riverboat
This 2 hour dinner cruise provides plenty of "Kodak moments," so be sure to bring your camera. 6:30-8:30pm; $45 per person; 410.939.1468; www.lanternqueen.com

August 7th
Martha’s Treasure Hunters Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Children ages 6-10 become pirates of the bay in search of sunken treasure. They will read the treasure map and help navigate the boat to find the treasure. Children only; 9-11am; Reservations required; $15 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 7th, 16th, 21st
Lighthouse Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
View Concord Point, Turkey Point, and Fishing Battery Island lighthouses from the deck of the Martha Lewis. Box lunch included. 11am-2pm; Reservations required; $35 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
Friday Evening Dinner Cruise—Lantern Queen Riverboat
Relax and unwind after a long week at work on this 2-hour dinner cruise. 6:30-8:30pm; $45 per person; 410.939.1468; www.lanternqueen.com

August 8th
Havana Night Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Enjoy Cuban appetizers along with Cuba’s national drink the Mojito, beer, sodas & light 7-9pm; Reservations required; $40 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 9th, 23rd
Family Night on the Bay—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Treat your family to a night on the Bay with pizza, beverages and water ice. 5-7pm; Reservations required; $10 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 10th, 31st
Storytime Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Enjoy a sail accompanied with children's stories for your 3-8 year old. 6:30-8pm; Reservations required; $10 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 10th
Picaroons of Havre de Grace Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Join the crew of the Martha Lewis for adventure, fun, and plunder as we learn about Pirates of the Chesapeake Bay called "picaroons" from the Spanish picaroon, a rogue. Ages 11-15; 9am-noon; Reservations required; $20 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 12th, 26th
Afternoon Tea Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
A relaxing sail with dainty sandwiches, scones, savory desserts, and our specialty teas. 2- 3:30pm; Reservations required; $35 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 12th, 18th
Creatures of the Bay Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Location: Skipjack Martha Lewis, Havre de Grace
Children ages 6-14 see firsthand some of the animals living in the Bay, find and identify the tiniest creature. Terrapins, oysters, crabs, oh my! 10-11:30am; Reservations required; $7 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 13th, 24th
Day on the Bay Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Enjoy the day sailing the Bay to Charlestown, birdwatching, sightseeing, then lunch at the Wellwood Club. 9:30am-3:30pm; Reservations required; $55 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 14th
Brews & Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Sample area micro brews & munchies while enjoying an evening sail. 7-9pm; Reservations required; $40 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 14th
Nifty Knots & Whatnots Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Children only. Hoist the sails, learn the ropes and make a knot board. 10-11:30am; Reservations required; $10 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 16th
Sunday Sundae Cruise—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Enjoy an evening sail while you create your own ice cream sundaes from our local ice cream shops. 7-8:30pm; Reservations required; $15 per person; 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 19th

Outdoor Concerts

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August 2nd
Bel Air Summer Concert Series: Raymond Dombrowski Memorial Concert
Bring the family out for a free relaxing summer evening at Shamrock Park. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 7pm; 410.803.9784; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/ConcertSchedule2009.pdf

August 2nd
Ladew Summer Concert: Deanna Bogart—Ladew Topiary Gardens
This Maryland-based blues pianist/saxophonist combines the energy of boogie piano with contemporary blues. 6-8pm; Member $7, Adult $15, Senior/Student $13, Child $3; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com

August 2nd
Summer Concert Series at Jerusalem Mill- Great Train Robbery
Come and enjoy outdoor concerts all summer at Jerusalem Mill Village, nestled along the scenic Little Gunpowder. Join us August 2nd at 6pm for Great Train Robbery. Adults $7, Members $5, Under 12 Free; 410.877.3560; www.jerusalemmill.org

August 4th
Aberdeen Summer Concerts in the Park—Rick Johnson & Mark Carroll
Bring the family out for a free, relaxing evening at Festival Park in Aberdeen starting at 7pm. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 410.939.6767;
www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/Concerts%20in%20the%20Park%202009.pdf

August 5th
Bel Air Summer Concert Series: Bay City Seven
Bring the family out for a free relaxing summer evening at Shamrock Park. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 7pm; 410.803.9784; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/ConcertSchedule2009.pdf

August 9th
Ladew Summer Concert: The Bridge—Ladew Topiary Gardens
With classic, southern roots rock and Americana sensibilities, this popular "Best in Baltimore" band offers a sophisticated but down-home funky musical experience. 6-8pm; Member $7, Adult $15, Senior/Student $13, Child $3; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com

August 9th
Bel Air Summer Concert Series: Bel Air Jazz Band
Bring the family out for a free relaxing summer evening at Shamrock Park. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 7pm; 410.803.9784; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/ConcertSchedule2009.pdf

August 11th
Aberdeen Summer Concerts in the Park—Acoustically Sound
Bring the family out for a free, relaxing evening at Festival Park in Aberdeen starting at 7pm. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 410.939.6767;
www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/Concerts%20in%20the%20Park%202009.pdf

August 12th
Bel Air Summer Concert Series: Jazz Ambassadors—U.S. Army Field Band
Bring the family out for a free relaxing summer evening at Shamrock Park. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 7pm; 410.803.9784; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/ConcertSchedule2009.pdf

August 16th
Ladew Summer Concert: Spiral—Ladew Topiary Gardens
Enjoy the best music of the 70s and 80s including hits by the Doobie Brothers, Eagles, Duran Duran, Lynyrd Skynyrd and other early MTV generation bands. 6-8pm; Member $7, Adult $15, Senior/Student $13, Child $3; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com

August 18th
Aberdeen Summer Concerts in the Park—Bay Country Gentlemen
Bring the family out for a free, relaxing evening at Festival Park in Aberdeen starting at 7pm. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 410.939.6767;
www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/Concerts%20in%20the%20Park%202009.pdf

August 19th
Bel Air Summer Concert Series: U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers Chorus
Bring the family out for a free relaxing summer evening at Shamrock Park. Come out with blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner and relax to the sounds of local entertainment. 7pm; 410.803.9784; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/ConcertSchedule2009.pdf

Movie Nights

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August 7th
Free Movie Nights—The Tale of Despereaux
Presented by The Bel Air Downtown Alliance; movies held at Shamrock Park. Face painting & refreshments available; Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:15pm; movie begins at dusk; don’t forget your blankets and chairs; www.downtownbelair.com

August 7th
Free Movie Nights—Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3D
Presented by Edgewood Alliance; movies held at Edgewood Boys and Girls Club (next to Edgewood Elementary). Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30pm; movies begin at 7pm; don’t forget your blankets and chairs; popcorn, snacks and beverages are available for a small charge; 410.893.4435

August 21st
Free Movie Nights—Paul Blart: Mall Cop
Presented by The Bel Air Downtown Alliance; movies held at Shamrock Park. Face painting & refreshments available; Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7:15pm; movie begins at dusk; don’t forget your blankets and chairs; www.downtownbelair.com

August 21st
Free Movie Nights—WALL-E
Presented by Edgewood Alliance; movies held June, July and August at Edgewood Boys and Girls Club (next to Edgewood Elementary). Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:40pm; movies begin at 7pm; don’t forget your blankets and chairs; popcorn, snacks and beverages are available for a small charge; 410.893.4435

E-xploring Nature

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June 29- August 1st
Summertime in the Park—Darlington Elementary & Francis Silver Park
Bring your child to an old-fashioned day camp featuring nature crafts, games, guest speakers, art, safety education and more. 8am-4pm; $75 per child, per week; 410.457.4849; www.harfordcountymd.gov/parks_rec/download/2009SIPRegistrationForm.pdf

August 1st
Kayak Day Trip—Eden Mill Nature Center
The Piedmont Learning Center at Eden Mill Nature Center invites you to join their guides for a kayak day trip to explore ecologically important areas along the Susquehanna River.  Ages 14 & up. Kayaks and gear included (please do not bring your own). 9am-3pm; Pre-registration required; Members: $70 Non-members: $80; meet in Put-In sites; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 3rd-5th
Bay Adventure Camp—Skipjack Martha Lewis
Special 3-day, 2-night camp. Children ages 11-15 come together learning valuable sailing, communications, teambuilding, along with environmental education as they travel the Bay, returning on day 3. Reservations required; $100 per child (scholarships available); 410.939.4078; www.skipjackmarthalewis.org

August 3rd-7th
Captain Planet Summer Camp—Eden Mill Nature Center
"Captain Planet, he's our hero!" Let's follow in the footsteps of Captain Planet and the Planeteers to determine how we can help the earth and all of the wildlife found within! We will end each day with swimming in the creek and end our week with a canoe ride on Deer Creek! Registrations now being accepted for ages 6-8; 9:30am-3pm daily; Members $145, Non-members $155; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 4th-7th
Canoe Explorations Summer Nature Camp—Anita C. Leight Estuary Center
Journey on our waters as we discover the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed by canoe. Each day we will paddle a different location in the local area. Basic instruction will be provided the first day. Bring a lunch and water bottle each day (no glass). Ages 12-17; 9:30am-3:30pm daily; $90; 410.612.1688; www.otterpointcreek.org

August 4th-7th
Grandparents Camp—McFaul Activities Center (Bel Air)
It's So Easy Being Green. Activity highlights include a Scarborough Landfill visit, a trip to the Anita Leight Estuary Center, making a mosaic steppingstone, a trip to Harford Glen, making your own "green" sidewalk paint and much more. 9am-2pm; Cost per pair (grandparent and grandchild): $40; each additional grandchild: $12.50; 410.638.3025; www.harfordcountymd.gov/services

August 4th-27th
Twilight Canoe Trips
The program is designed to acquaint the participant with the natural surroundings on Deer Creek. The emphasis, during these relaxed excursions is on environmental education and interpretation, provided by the naturalist who accompanies the group. Every Tues. and Thurs. evening - 5:45pm; $5 Non-members $8; Eden Mill Nature Center; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 4th
In the Garden Series: Repotting—Ladew Topiary Gardens
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this "behind the scenes" gardening demonstrations. Includes admission to the Gardens and Nature Walk. 9:30am; Members free, Non-Members $10; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com

August 8th
Tiny Wonders: Butterfly Wings—Eden Mill Nature Center
What do preschoolers wonder about? Let us answer their questions on topics of high interest for 2-5 year olds. A former teacher works to cultivate a child's natural curiosity through stories, music, crafts, movement, and dramatic play. 10-11:30am; Pre-registration is required; Members: $8/ $6 sibling Non-members: $10; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 8th
Introduction to Kayaking Workshop—Eden Mill Nature Center
A full day of classroom, on-water basic strokes, wet exits, rescues and even a game or two! This workshop explores the lower-in-the-water world of the recreational and touring kayak, perfect for paddlers who want to enjoy exploring the quiet waters of the Upper Bay region. We have a limited number of kayaks to borrow, but if you have your own, we strongly suggest you bring it, along with our own paddle and PFD. 9am-3:30pm; Members: $70 Non-members: $80; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 10th-11th
Grandparents Camp—Havre de Grace Activities Center
Creating a Green Earth for Our Family. Activity highlights include creating a Terrarium; going onboard the Martha Lewis Skipjack and observing bay ecology; recycling crafts; etc. 10 am-2 pm; cost per pair (grandparent and grandchild): $25; each additional grandchild: $12.50; 410.638.3025; www.harfordcountymd.gov/services

August 10th-14th
Park Adventure Summer Camp—Eden Mill Nature Center
Join us on an adventure through Eden Mill Park! You never know what we may discover from creatures in the wetlands to bald eagles in the sky! We'll search the park for amazing animals and neat habitats! We will end each day with swimming in the creek and end our week with a canoe ride on Deer Creek! Registrations now being accepted for ages 9-11; 9:30 am-3 pm daily; Members $145, Non-members $155; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 12th
Family Campfire—Eden Mill Nature Center
Join us as we hear a presentation from our guest speakers and then enjoy making s’mores around our campfire. This program is fun for all ages! 6:30-8pm; Pre-registration required; donations accepted to cover the cost of the s’mores; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 15th
Nature Nights—Eden Mill Nature Center
Join us on a Saturday evening to make a craft, take a night hike along the trails in the park, and watch a movie while your parents are out and about. Ages 4 & up; 6-11pm; Pre-registration required; Members: $25 Non-members: $30; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 15th
Kayak Day Trip—Bear Islands
Enjoy the geology and river hills ecology of the Bear Islands, just north of Peach Bottom. Kayaks and gear included; please do not bring your own. Meet at the put-in sites. Experience is preferred but not required. Pre-registration required; 9am-3pm; Members: $70 Non-members: $80; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 17th-21st
Seasonal Snacks Summer Camp—Eden Mill Nature Center
Seasons come and go, but with many changes. Let's discover how animals adapt to the seasons and what food they have available to munch on. We'll also talk about our favorite seasonal snacks and enjoy them on a summer day and also create snacks from some plants found at the park! We will end each day with swimming in the creek and end our week with a canoe ride on Deer Creek! Registration now being accepted for ages 6-8; Members: $145 Non-members: $155; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 18th
Honeybee Hive Maintenance—Eden Mill Nature Center
Join our head beekeeper, Cybil Preston, as she demonstrates hive maintenance and answers questions you may have concerning honeybees, crop management, pests and disease, as well as the importance of honeybees. Meet on the paved pathway next to the Honeybee hives by the red barn! 4:30pm; free; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 18th-19th
Grandparents Camp—Highland Senior Activity Center
Building a Bridge to the Kids. Activity highlights include a visit to the Eden Mill Nature Center, a milk carton planting project, a presentation by the Emergency Operations Center on weather, climate and storms, and much more. 10:30 am-2 pm; cost per pair (grandparent and grandchild): $25; each additional grandchild: $12.50; 410.638.3025; www.harfordcountymd.gov/services

August 20th-21st
Grandparents Camp—Aberdeen Senior Activity Center
The Green Generation Camp; activity highlights include herb planting and a "living green" theater production. 9 am-2 pm; cost per pair (grandparent and grandchild): $25; each additional grandchild: $12.50; 410-638-3025; www.harfordcountymd.gov/services

August 22nd-23rd
Kayaking Touring Workshop—Eden Mill Nature Center & the Susquehanna
The Upper Bay beckons. The mighty Susquehanna is calling your name. You need a Touring Class! Two days of skills refinement, advanced self and group rescue, kayak maneuvers, trip planning, safety, wind and wave practice, new strokes and new vistas. The days are full, so eat a hearty breakfast and pack a big lunch with snacks. You must have your own kayak with fore and aft bulkheads (hatches) or tight fitting floatation bags installed. No loaner boats available for this class. Introduction to Kayaking is a pre-requisite. Pre-registration required; 8:30am-4:30pm daily; $140 for both days; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 25th
Babes in the Woods: Wishing it was a Winter Wonderland
Let's take some time away from the warm summer day and explore snow and ice at Eden Mill Nature Center. We'll even make our very own ice cream treat. 10am-1pm; Members: $25 Non-members: $28; 410.836.3050; www.edenmill.org

August 25th
In the Garden Series: Turf Care
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in this "behind the scenes" gardening demonstration. 9:30am;
Price: Members free, Non-Members $10; 410.557.9570; www.LadewGardens.com