Bel Air Weekend: Valen-tinis, Paint Night, Pettycoat Junction

BEL AIR, MD — This weekend in Bel Air there's a party at the Bel Air Armory, STEM Day at Harford Community College and more. A cocktail seminar at the Abingdon Library and concert at the Liriodendron are also on tap.

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Joan Calabrese Trunk Show At Tiny Toes

February 8 to February 10

Check out the Joan Calabrese communion dresses at Tiny Toes on Main Street.

A Night Out @ the Library: Valen-tinis with Drew Lazor

Friday, February 8 at 6:00 pm

Harford County Public Library Foundation will host "A Night Out @ the Library: Valen-tinis with Drew Lazor" on Friday, February 8, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Abingdon Library, 2510 Tollgate Road in Abingdon.

Lazor is a Harford County native and Philadelphia-based food and drink author. At the event, he will introduce guests to his new book, "Session Cocktails," and share a new way to enjoy low-proof, joyful drinks. Click here for more.

Valentine & Winter Glass Paint Night

Friday, February 8 at 6:30 pm

Come join Creative Concepts by Trish for her debut paint night at the Dewey Donut Co.! Pick out your favorite style of glass and have fun painting from a variety of original designs. $20 includes one glass plus all other supplies necessary to complete your project. Click here for more.

Book online to reserve your seat!

**BYOW (bring your own wine)

****Full menu available including fresh donuts, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and tea.**

Petty Coat Junction

Friday, February 9 from 7 to 10 pm

The Tom Petty Tribute band will perform at the Bel Air Armory. Tickets are $15. There will be live music, a cash bar and food trucks at this event, which is part of the House Party Concert Series at the armory. Organizers say the event has sold out.

STEM Day at Harford Community College

Saturday, February 9 at 9:00 am

STEM Day is a celebration of STEM research highlighting the accomplishments of students and faculty. The guest speaker for STEM Day is Dr. Eric Kmiec, who will present "CRISPR-directed Human Gene Editing: Fact, Artifact and Fiction." There will be scientific sessions, internship opportunities and more. 9 AM-1 PM. Free. Click here for more.

Bonny Bridal Brunch Size-Inclusive Launch Party and Fashion Show

Saturday, February 9 at 9:00 and 11:00 am.

Celebrate the new line of size-inclusive bridal gowns available at K&B Bridals. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP to get a swag bag and 10 percent off.

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Grand Re-Opening at Beard's Hill Liquors

Saturday, February 9 at 11:00 am

(Nearby)

Beard's Hill Liquor just relocated within the Plaza at Beard's Hill to a space almost three times larger! We will be celebrating the staff's hard work, as well as, the continual support from the community. At 11 am we will have a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Mayor of Aberdeen. There will be wine, beer, and liquor tastings all day. We will also have food and free giveaways! Click here for more.

Women's Self Defense Workshop in Abingdon

Saturday, February 9 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Learn tools for escaping physical attacks and how to use your physique to your advantage. The seminar is at DeAnna's Workout World and costs $35.

Cricut for Beginners at Julie Ellyn Designs

Sunday, February 10 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Learn how to use this machine for special crafts projects. Cost is $70.

Bee Nature's Valentine at Anita C. Leight Estuary Center

Sunday, February 10 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm

Make seed paper valentines to give back to nature. Cost is $3 per project.

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CANCELED: Music at the Mansion Presents: Tom Prasada-Rao

Sunday, February 10 at 6:00 pm

Click here for more.

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Decoding Dyslexia MD Harford County

Wednesday, February 13 at 7:30 pm

(Nearby)

Is your student "Ready to Read" and "Ready to Succeed"? This month's meeting is all about breaking down the Ready to Read Act - Universal Screening, Evidence-Based Interventions and breaking the "wait to fail" cycle.

If you are interested in learning more about Reading, Getting involved with supporting our advocacy efforts in Annapolis, or just want to hang out with some awesome people, please join us! Click here for more.

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