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Support Veterans and Their Families by Volunteering with Wreaths Across America in Harford County
[Newsletter] Local News & Events - Issue #077
In this Issue of Harford Local Connect
🌤️ Harford County, MD Weather
🎀 Support Veterans and Their Families by Volunteering with Wreaths Across America in Harford County
🚒 Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in Bel Air Sparks Investigation
🏪 Support Local Businesses
🏛️ Local Government: Upcoming Meetings
📅 Local Events & Happenings
🎅 Santa Visits Harford County
⭐ Local Business Spotlight
🏈 Baltimore Ravens vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday @ 8:20pm
🏀 Harford County High School Sports Schedule
Support Veterans and Their Families by Volunteering with Wreaths Across America in Harford County
Wreaths Across America is a non-profit organization that aims to remember, honor, and teach about the sacrifices made by veterans. The organization was founded in 2007 by the Worcester family, who had been donating surplus wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery since 1992. The annual wreath-laying event has since grown into a nationwide movement, with ceremonies taking place across the country.
In addition to honoring fallen heroes at Arlington, Wreaths Across America has expanded its efforts to include over 24 overseas cemeteries and 3,702 participating locations in the United States. The organization achieved a milestone in 2014 by successfully placing a wreath on every grave marker. This accomplishment was made possible through the support of thousands of sponsorship groups, corporate contributions, and in-kind donations from the transportation industry.
Wreaths Across America is not only dedicated to honoring veterans but also to teaching younger generations about the value of freedom and the importance of honoring those who have served. The organization launched the TEACH program in 2022, which provides lesson plans and service projects for young people of all ages. By engaging in these activities, children learn about the sacrifices made by veterans and the significance of remembering and honoring their service.
If you want to get involved and support Wreaths Across America this year, you can volunteer this Saturday, December 16,2023 with the local groups in Bel Air and White Hall. Check out the Events List for the links to the group closest to you!
Tragic Pedestrian Fatality in Bel Air Sparks Investigation
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in central Bel Air on last Friday evening, according to the Bel Air police.
The incident occurred at around 6:17 p.m. on December 8th when 29-year-old Stephen Murphy of Bel Air was crossing Route 24 and West MacPhail Road. Murphy was hit by a vehicle traveling south on Route 24.
He was immediately rushed to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries on Saturday morning.
The driver involved in the accident remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities. The crash is currently being investigated by the police to determine the exact cause and any contributing factors.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the accident to contact them at 410-638-4599.
Support Local Harford County Businesses
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December 8 - 17 Elf The Musical Havre de Grace
December 13 Blood Drive Bel Air
December 13 Exhibit: Holiday Cards Bel Air
December 14 Breakfast Bingo Forest Hill
December 15 Nutcracker Sweets Bel Air
December 15 JVFC Pizza with Santa Jarrettsville 🎅
December 15 - 16 The Nutcracker @ John Carroll Bel Air
December 15 - 17 Holiday Enchantment Havre de Grace XX
December 16 - Wreaths Across America Bel Air
December 16 - Wreaths Across America White Hall
December 16 Rocky Horror Picture Show - LIVE! Havre de Grace
December 16 Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides Bel Air
December 16 Visit with Santa Bel Air 🎅
December 16 DVFC Pizza with Santa Darlington 🎅
December 16 Holly Jolly Days Havre de Grace 🎅
December 16 Whoville Christmas Darlington
December 16 Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides Havre de Grace
December 17 Rockin' Gym Play w/ Santa Forest Hill 🎅
Ongoing Seasonal Events:
Through December 16 (Fridays & Saturdays) Spirits of Christmas Past: Candlelight Christmas Tour Bel Air
Through Christmas (Saturdays & Sundays) Christmas Light Show @ Long Bar Harbor Abingdon
Through January 6 (Daily 5 - 11PM) Winter Wonderland Light Display Bel Air
Through January 7 (Wednesday - Sunday) Gifts of the Season Art Show Bel Air
Through January 14 (Schedule Varies) 42nd Annual Train Garden Jarrettsville
Seasonal Events Nearby:
Through January 7 (Schedule Varies) MD Aviation Museum Holiday Plane and Train Garden Middle River
🎅 - Santa is reported to be attending this event!
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Baltimore Ravens vs. Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday @ 8:20pm
Harford County Sports Schedule - December 14, 2023
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