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Do bats, spiders, and other creepy critters give you the willies? The Environmental Center at Havre de Grace Maritime Museum presents this fun and informative class to teach kids the wonder of the critters among us. Kids will learn the benefits of these "creepy" critters by searching for spider webs and using an ID guide to determine which spiders made them. Kids will gain a better understanding of the key role these beautiful creatures play in our environment. Each child…

Walking is a great way to improve overall health. Join us for a walk around the neighborhood to celebrate Walktober and Walk Maryland Day. This is a free event that is open to the public. If you would like to attend please click the link to register. https://forms.gle/xgkm2QEqaL8YrL7c8

Guided trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. Meet at the parking lot at the top of Museum drive. Free.

Sponsored by AMTRAK RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. First Come, First Served. Make reservations on Wednesday, November 29 from 4-6 p.m. in person at 450 Pennington Ave. or on the phone at 410-939-2100. Experience the magic of the holidays during a horse drawn sleigh ride. Your carriage will ride right by Santa's house...be sure to wave to Santa or shout out your wishes as your ride by. Carriage rides will be scheduled for Dec 8 from 6pm- 8pm and Dec 16 from 5pm…

Sponsored by AMTRAK RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. First Come, First Served. Make reservations on Wednesday, November 29 from 4-6 p.m. in person at 450 Pennington Ave. or by phone at 410-939-2100. Experience the magic of the holidays during a horse drawn sleigh ride. Your carriage will ride right by Santa's house...be sure to wave to Santa or shout out your wishes as you ride by. Carriage rides will be scheduled for Dec 8 from 6pm- 8pm and Dec 16 from 5pm to…

Count down to 2024 at the Havre de Grace Annual Duck Drop at Concord Point Park. Ring in the New Year with the Duck Drop, then watch the fireworks sparkle along the Havre de Grace waterfront immediately afterwards.

Guided nature and history trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. Free. Meet at the parking lot at the top of the Lock House Museum driveway, 817 Conesteo Street.

Mardi Gras is about music, parades, beads, floats, and excitement. It's one big holiday..... and not just in New Orleans anymore! Havre de Grace's very own Bourbon Street will come alive on February 13th with the annual Mardi Gras Parade! Join us along the parade route and be sure to wear your best Mardi Gras costume, or at least dress in purple, green, and gold. Adorn yourselves with long beads caught from the floats as the parade passes by. This…

Birds of a feather flock together! Become a citizen scientist by taking part in the global Great Backyard Bird Count at the Environmental Center. Delve into bird flight patterns, listen to their calls and songs, and learn about key color markings to identify bird species. Using binoculars, we will birdwatch from the upper deck of the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum and the data we collect will be submitted to the global Great Backyard Bird Count. We will have some…

Guided trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. Free. Meet at the parking lot at the top of the Lock House driveway, 817 Conesteo Street.

Discover the variety of fish inhabiting the Chesapeake Bay. Learn about the physical and biological characteristics of fish, and how they fit into the food web. Gain an understanding of what threatens aquatic ecosystems and how we all can help. In addition to a fish habitat game, partakers will walk from the Museum to the Waterfront to search the cove and overlook the promenade for fish species. This class is designed for families, kids (ages 5 and up), and adults…

The HDG Recreation Committee is hosting the annual Spring Egg Hunt on Saturday March 30th at 12 noon sharp. The hunt occurs at Concord Point Lighthouse Park. Arrive early as the hunt starts at noon and ends once all the eggs are retrieved. Free photos with the Easter Bunny are available before and after the hunt. Some eggs are filled with tickets for special prizes too big for an egg.

Join us on Saturday, April 6th from 9am-12pm as we prepare the Museum grounds for the 2024 season. Bring your family and friends. This is a great opportunity for groups looking for a volunteer project. All ages and ability levels are welcome. This is a rustic location and we'll be working outdoors. Please dress comfortably and appropriately for weather and getting dirty. The most needed project on this day will be leaf and brush clean up throughout the 23-acre property.…

Enjoy this huge, community-wide event. Yard sales, sidewalk sales, and bargains galore! Rain date is April 21 YARD SALE LIST  Click Here

Join us in celebrating your love for Pyrex and all things vintage! Explore the charm of vintage shopping with over 50 guest vendors lining Pennington Avenue and Seneca Cannery's porch in historic Havre de Grace, Maryland. Kick off your day with JoRetro, opening its doors at 9:00 AM. Be among the first 75 customers to receive a fabulous Swag Bag. Don't miss out on the chance to win exciting prizes in the Pyrex Giveaway and the Chamber of Commerce Raffle.…

Rails to Trails Conservancy is hosting "Celebrate Trails Day" Havre de Grace will be participating with a guided trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. Free. Meet at the parking lot at the top of the Lock House driveway, 817 Conesteo Street.

Good People of Havre de Grace. This is your chance to make a real difference. Please join CAT Club on May 4th for and hour or two and help make our city the cleanest city in Maryland. It's easy and fun and all are welcome! Meet us at Rochambeau Plaza (next to Concord Point Coffee) from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday May 4th. We will have supplies (buckets and grabbers) and refreshments. We will be giving out assignments…

Guided trail walk on the North Park Loop Trail, also known as the Joe K Trail. Easy walk of 1.5 miles in 90 minutes. All ages. Rain or shine. Free. Meet at the parking lot at the top of the Lock House driveway, 817 Conesteo Street.

If you have ever looked at people having fun in a kayak and thought about giving it a try, this course is for you! We will cover the basics, how to get in the kayak, how to paddle efficiently, maneuvering, and safety precautions. NOTE: All gear including the kayak and safety protection will be provided before launching. Class is weather permitting. Registration is required. Registration Link: https://ce.harford.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do;jsessionid=FEC202B546B519D422E121354F148D80?method=load&courseId=1080767#courseSectionDetails_1082002 Event Address: 100 Lafayette Street, Havre de Grace, MD Contact us at (410)…

Come join us at our special Mother's Day Market on Saturday, May 11th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM! We will have everything you need to spoil the special ladies in your life, including beautiful flowers, delicious baked goods, stunning permanent jewelry, and unique gifts to shop for. In addition to the amazing offerings from our local vendors, there will also be store specials on Franklin Street and extended storefronts from downtown businesses to browse through. It's a great opportunity…

Explore sites via the water to learn about historical uses of the Chesapeake Bay and the Susquehanna River. As we explore the Bay, learn how the historic waterway has changed and evolved to current modern modes of transportation and recreation. This trip highlights the emphasis that our city puts on the water and sites that were used in historical times such as the Concord Point Lighthouse, Tidewater Marina, Lock House Museum, and the Decoy Museum. NOTE: All gear and basic…

Come out to the Opera House and watch together the 2016 documentary about our neighbor to the north, the Conowingo power plant. The Maryland Public Television documentary is an exceptional treatment of the history and the future of Conowingo. A lively Q&A follows the film. Thanks, MPT, for providing a free public screening to the Havre de Grace Green Team. The Havre de Grace Green Team documentary films and book discussions are ALWAYS free to all. Join us to increase…

Learn about the coastal sedimentation along the Chesapeake Bay as well as the geological processes that shape our landscape. Learn how geology impacts the region's diversity of plants, wildlife, and urban development. We’ll discuss fossils, take sediment core samples, and learn the geologic periods that the Bay covers while enjoying the sights from the water. Preferred intermediate experience as the trip is longer in duration, covering a large strip of the Bay. NOTE: All gear and basic paddle and safety…