In The Spotlight

This August, be sure to visit the new art exhibit at the Bel Air Branch of the Harford County Public Library, which celebrates the Town of Bel Air and the 150th anniversary of its incorporation as a municipality. Under the guidance of art teacher Carolyn Wolf, students of all ages…

The Town of Bel Air Summer Concert Series continues in July & August with some of the region’s best musical performers at the William A. Humbert Amphitheater in Shamrock Park. Pack up your blankets and chairs and mark your calendars for Fast Eddie and the Slowpokes on July 21, Copperhill Bluegrass on July…

Wildlife of Eden Mill: Through the Lens of a Camera and the Eyes of a Naturalist Nature photographer and naturalist Frank Marsden shares his stunning images of wildlife in Eden Mill – the nature center he helped to create more than 30 years ago. Intimately depicting the lives and behaviors of…

After all the 4th of July fun and games conclude, stick around Shamrock Park for the Bel Air 150 Time Capsule Ceremony at 12:30 pm. On display will be historic mementos and commemorative items unearthed from the Bel Air Centennial time capsule, which was buried in Shamrock Park in 1974 and extracted from…

July begins with a bang (literally!) with the annual Bel Air Independence Day celebration. From the flag raising, pancake breakfast and family activities in the morning through the parade and fireworks in the evening, your 4th of July will be filled with fun events all day long. A dedicated team…

The Bel Air Town Derby returns on Sunday, June 23! After more than 50 years, the Derby made a triumphant return to the Town of Bel Air last fall. This summer, it returns bigger and better with 20 cars sponsored by local businesses. Hosted once again by the Bel Air Lions in…

This May, the Town of Bel Air is celebrating its community partnership with Narva, Estonia. On April 2, 2014, Bel Air and Estonia signed their Sister City agreement via Skype, and both cities have sought ever since to advance goodwill by raising cross-cultural awareness and fostering educational exchanges. In the spirit of connecting our…

The Town of Bel Air Summer Concert Series series, which is sponsored by the Town of Bel Air through the Bel Air Recreation Committee, was initiated about 50 years ago by former local businessman, Bill Humbert. Today, the Humbert Amphitheater, located in Shamrock Park, bears his name and provides a…

This May, the Town of Bel Air is celebrating its friendship with Narva, Estonia. On April 2, 2014, Bel Air and Estonia signed their Sister City agreement via Skype, and both cities have sought ever since to advance goodwill by raising cross-cultural awareness and fostering educational exchanges. In the spirit…

Julie Kurzava will tell the stories of 3 great songwriters active in 1924, Irving Berlin, the Gershwins and Cole Porter. Each lecture (May 6 – Irving Berlin, May 13 – The Gershwins, May 20 – Cole Porter) will take place 10:00-11:30am at the Bel Air Armory. Come to 1, 2,…