HdG Drama Guild: Steel Magnolias In November

The HdG Drama Guild puts on a show on Nov. 2 and Nov. 3.

SATURDAY: Children's Arts Festival in Havre de Grace

The event begins Saturday morning at Tydings Park in Havre de Grace.

Parks & Rec To Offer Cinematography Program

A spinoff of the HdG Drama Guild, Cinematography kicks off Saturday for residents 14 and older.

The Havre de Grace Drama Guild has been entertaining the community from the stage for years. Now it’s time for the big screen. The parks and recreation-powered arts group has teamed with a local filmmaker to bring “Cinematography” to Havre de Grace residents. “We looked into the rec programs in the state and nobody is doing it,” Havre de Grace resident and program manager Ken Coughlan said. “If you want to do it in this state, you have to enroll in a formal film school.” Coughlan moved to Havre de Grace in 2004 after starting in film in the early 2000s, working in voiceover, sound and acting. “I started out in front of the camera and I’m slowly moving behind the camera,” said Coughlan, who also works with the Lewis Lane Singers. He and his…

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Havre de Grace Art Show Kicks Off Saturday

The 49th Annual Havre de Grace Art Show is this weekend.

The 49th Annual Havre de Grace Art Show will be held this weekend at Tydings Park in Havre de Grace. The show is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. There is no admission for the show, which features artists and craftsmen showcasing their original work. Among the artwork, according to a news release: "drawing, painting in oils, watercolors or acrylics, fibers, floral, glass, jewelry, handmade soap, metal work, photography, pottery, ceramics, sculpture and woodworking." Art comes in the musical form at the show, too. Musical performances include: Saturday » Stage Saturday » Children's entertainment tent Sunday » Stage/Gazebo Sunday » Children's entertainment tent Proceeds from the show benefit scholarships and community …

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This Week: 49th Annual Havre de Grace Art Show

Patch shines a spotlight on some events this week around town.

After spending last weekend listening to some great music in Aberdeen and Havre de Grace, and dining at two huge food festivals in Bel Air and Havre de Grace, it's time to relax. What better way than to take in the art on display at the 49th Annual Havre de Grace Art Show? Some 250 artists will take over Tydings Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Of course, that's not all that's happening this week. Check out the events calendar here for a list of events around town. Looking for more events in Harford County? Check out the Patch calendars for Aberdeen and Bel Air, too. Are you hosting an event? Get the word out. Add it to our calendar. TELL US: What are you up to this week? Leave a comment. EDITOR'S NOTE: This post originally noted the…

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Sean Welsh

4:16 pm on Monday, August 13, 2012

Ellen — I received some bad info for the initial post. I've updated it. Sorry for the mistake. I'll have a more thorough preview later this week. Sean   more ›

PHOTOS: Seafood Festival Concert 2012

The Marshall Tucker Band followed former Bad Company front man Brian Howe.

Check out the photos in our slideshow submitted by Ed Rybczynski. Did you attend the show? Add your photos! Find Ed's everyday photos here.

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This Week: Concerts On The Waterfront & More

Patch shines a spotlight on some events this week around town.

Last week we told you about the Caribbean concert in Havre de Grace. This week, there are two shows to check out. Calico Jack (Monday at the Maritime Museum) and the Chesapeake Brass Band (Friday at Tydings Park) will perform near the Havre de Grace waterfront this week.  There are plenty of other meetings, events and happenings to fill your summer schedule. Check out the events calendar here for a list of events around town. Looking for more events in Harford County? Check out the Patch calendars for Aberdeen and Bel Air, too. Are you hosting an event? Get the word out. Add it to our calendar. TELL US: What are you up to this week? Leave a comment.

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This Week: Caribbean Music In Park & More

Patch shines a spotlight on some events this week around town.

This weekend's Pirate Fest will be a huge attraction for downtown Havre de Grace. But before you get into the pirate festivities, get into the mood with some Caribbean music at Tydings Park Friday night. This time of year is always busy in Havre de Grace. Check out the events calendar here for a list of events around town. Looking for more events in Harford County? Check out the Patch calendars for Aberdeen and Bel Air, too. Are you hosting an event? Get the word out. Add it to our calendar. TELL US: What are you up to this week? Leave a comment.

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PHOTOS: July First Friday in Havre de Grace

Add your photos from First Friday in Havre de Grace.

The weather was warm, but unlike in June, remained clear for July's First Friday celebration in downtown Havre de Grace. Add your photos to our slideshow above. TELL US: Did you attend? What was your favorite part? Leave a comment.

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First Friday: Pirates, Bull Riding ... Good Weather?

After a stormy first Friday in June, Havre de Grace hopes to find sunshine in July.

Havre de Grace vendors and businesses are hoping for good weather to celebrate first Friday this month after a torrential downpour, heavy winds and threatening thunder put a squash on last month's celebration. July's First Friday will feature outdoor cafe seating, live music, bull riding and more as the party hits the streets in the downtown arts & entertainment district from 5 to 9 p.m. According to Havre de Grace Main Street and Havre de Grace's tourism office, performers include: Other entertainment includes Mr. Avail A Bull's Mechanical Bull Rides, snowballs and zumba on Washington Street, face painting at Rochambeau Plaza, the Corvette club on Franklin Street, carriage ride tours at La Banque De Fleuve and a roaming balloon artist …

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