Community Announcements

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Thomas-Fann at HCC Feb. 10 for African American history presentations
In celebration of African American history month, historian and genealogist Velma Thomas-Fann will be the guest speaker at Harford.  Fann has authored several books including the award-winning Lest We Forget: The Passage from African to Slavery and Emancipation.  She is also the creator of the Black Holocaust Exhibit in Atlanta. Reception and book signing immediately following the presentation. Feb. 10, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., Harford Community College, Edgewood Hall, Room 132. Inclement weather date Feb. 17.  For more information, email slove@harford.edu or call 443-412-2224.

Learn to make maple syrup in Monkton Feb. 14
Learn to make maple syrup -- from identifying trees to tapping and collecting sap to boiling sap down to syrup -- at Ladew Topiary Gardens Feb. 14 in Monkton. Fees are $5 for children, $10 adults and $8 seniors. The fun starts at 2 p.m. Register by calling 410-557-9570 or emailing spedrick@ladewgardens.com.

Celebrate Mardi Gras in HdG on Bourbon Street Feb. 16, Parade and Parties
The sun won’t set on Fat Tuesday without a celebration on Bourbon Street in Havre de Grace! The Laurrapin Grille is sponsoring a parade to benefit the Havre de Grace Ambulance Corps, and local businesses and artists will prepare floats in the traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras style. Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. and will proceed from the 600 block of Bourbon Street to Washington Street. Attend post-procession parties at the city’s restaurant and bars. Contact the City of Havre de Grace tourism office at 410-939-2100 for more information.

New Visions for Women Conference Feb. 20 at HCC
February 20 (Saturday), 8:30 AM-3:15 PM, Harford Community College, Edgewood Hall
Workshops to help women expand their horizons to achieve personal and/or career success. Radio personality Laurie DeYoung is the keynote speaker. $35 fee (includes continental breakfast, light lunch and workshops). Pre-registration is required; call 443-412-2376 to receive registration form.

Astronomy Open House Feb. 20 at Observtory
February 20 (Saturday), 7 PM, Harford County Observatory
Park at Harford Technical High School; handicapped parking available at Observatory. For more information, visit www.harfordastro.org or call 410-836-7285. Free

Wine Expo 2010 at HCC Feb. 21
The HCC Alumni and Friends Association sponsors an afternoon of wine, delectable hors d’oeuvres, and desserts.  Enjoy sampling wine from around the world while representatives from 35 wine companies share their knowledge.  Proceeds benefit the HCC Alumni and Friends Association. Feb. 21, 2 p.m.- 6 p.m. at Harford Community College’s Susquehanna Center. You must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
For tickets, call 443-412-2211.

Minority Leadership Reception at HCC Feb. 23
The Small Business Development Center will host its annual Minority Leadership Reception Feb. 23 , 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. at Harford Community College’s Chesapeake Center. Bruce Lewis, owner of Total Urgent Care in Edgewood and a member of the Harford County Human Relations Commission, will be keynote speaker for the event. Sponsorships range from $75 to $500. Admission is free. For more information, contact SBDC Director Russell Teter at 443-412-2237 or email him at rteter@harford.edu.