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Seasonal & Holidays

Holiday Performances, Bus Trips and Classes Offered By HCC

Get in the holiday spirit!

Looking for ways to celebrate during this holiday season? Harford Community College is offering performances, bus trips, and classes to help put you in the right mood for the most wonderful time of the year.

Performances

The Nutcracker

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December 3, 7 PM

December 4 and 5, 1 and 4 PM

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Amoss Center (Bel Air)

A Harford County tradition for over 30 years! Ring in the holiday season with a magical journey to the Land of Sweets. With magnificent scenery, gorgeous costumes, and exquisite dancing, it’s a holiday feast for young and old alike. Tickets: 443-412-2211 or https://harford.universitytickets.com/

Celtic Angels Christmas

December 12, 3 PM, Amoss Center (Bel Air)

Celtic Angels Christmas is a true holiday celebration that captivates audiences of all ages with the magic of Christmas in Ireland. This awe-inspiring family show features vocal and instrumental favorites along with spectacular world-class champion Irish dancing. The talented vocalists all hail from Ireland and perform traditional Celtic Christmas songs such as "Once Upon a Time in Ireland," as well as classics including "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear," "O Holy Night" and "I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day." Tickets: 443-412-2211 or https://harford.universitytickets.com/

Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of theater with a gift certificate to one of our many productions. The recipient chooses the show, and you get well-deserved thanks for choosing the gift that they won't return! Productions coming to Harford Community College in 2022 include Hiplet Ballerinas, Nobuntu and The Lords of 52nd Street. Be sure to visit https://harford.universitytickets.com/ to learn more.

Bus Trips

Radio City Music Hall, NYC

December 7, 9 AM-9 PM; Departs from Lot W (near Wawa) on campus.

Join us for a fun-filled day in New York City’s Rockefeller Center! You’ll have time to explore the city after the performance. Choose to visit the amazing window displays or ice skate in Rockefeller Center. The day is yours until 6 PM departure. Tickets are for the Radio City Christmas Spectacular performance (orchestra). Course Number: 45373. https://www.harford.edu/academics/community-education/travel/index.php or

443-412-2376, opt. 1

Safety Guidelines: For NY City trip, all guests ages 12 and older will need to provide proof that they've had at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Children under age 12 can attend the show with a vaccinated adult and do not need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test.

Masking Policy: Fully vaccinated guests are not required to wear a mask while at Radio City. Everyone else, including children ages 2 to 11 will be required to wear a mask except while actively eating or drinking.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Philadelphia, PA (Only 1 seat remains!)

December 17; Departure time is at 10 AM from Lot W (near Wawa) on campus.

This multi-platinum rock group is back on tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of their landmark album Christmas Eve and Other Stories, one of the best-selling holiday albums of all time. Including the mega-hit “Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24,” the album spawned the bring-the-whole-family rock holiday tradition that has now played to more than 17 million fans across the nation. Fee includes seating at 3:30 p.m. performance; lunch in Newark, DE; snack boxes for the ride home; and round-trip transportation. Course Number: 45500. https://www.harford.edu/academics/community-education/travel/index.php or 443-412-2376. Opt. 1

Please note: Masks must be worn on the buses.

Classes

Plant-Based Holiday Cooking Class

November 20, 2-5 PM, Harford Community College, Edgewood Hall

Entertaining and sharing food for the holidays is a long-held tradition. Make this year's celebration a vegan celebration as you learn to make a plant-based holiday feast. Course Number: 45161. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376, opt. 1

Thanksgiving Table Design Class

November 22, 6-9 PM, Harford Technical High School

Using the rich colors of fall and fruits of the season, design a bountiful cornucopia for your Thanksgiving table. Course Number: 45043. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376, opt. 1

Holiday Wreath Class

December 1, 6-9 PM, Harford Technical High School

Make your own holiday wreath using a variety of mixed, live greens. Add some holly, a pretty bow, and other holiday greens for the perfect decoration. Bring gloves. Course Number: 45045. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376

Boxwood Christmas Tree Class

December 8, 6-9 PM, Harford Technical High School

Design your very own miniature Christmas tree out of boxwood and mixed holiday greenery. Adorn your tree with holiday ribbon and accessories, using the color scheme or theme of your choice. Course Number: 45047. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376, opt. 1

Christmas Candle Centerpiece Class

December 21, 6-9 PM, Harford Technical High School

Make the perfect Christmas centerpiece in this holiday class. Fresh greens, flowers, pinecones, and a glowing candle add warmth and beauty to any room. Course Number: 45046. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376, opt. 1

Healthy Plant-Based New Year Class

January 15, 2-5 PM, Harford Community College, Edgewood Hall

Are you motivated to eat a healthier diet for the new year? Learn how plant-based eating is not only delicious, but can transform your health in many positive ways. You will learn about shopping for ingredients and preparing healthy plant-based foods. A guided trip to the grocery store will be included. Course Number: 25386. https://www.harford.edu/academics/noncredit-registration/index.php or 443-412-2376, opt. 1

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