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Volume I Issue #36 September, 2014 C. David Copenhaver, Editor

Welcome to our latest issue of the ACC eNews. This eNews has been developed in an effort to reach out to the residents of Abingdon.
Our purpose is to provide you an opportunity to become more informed and to encourage more participation at
our monthly meetings! Please share this eNews with your neighbors. Why not plan to join us at our next
meeting on Monday, September 22, 2014 from 5:00pm -8:00pm at the Abingdon Public Library, 2510
Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD 21009. Join us and participate; take that leap of faith, you may find it
rewarding! (For additional information, contact me at abingdoncc@gmail.com.)

(If at any time you wish to have your eMail address removed from our data base, just reply remove.)
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Abingdons Treasures:
Friends of the Abingdon Library
Friends of Harford County Public Library is a non-profit group of volunteer citizens, in the community, with a common
concern for the librarys active expansion and participation in community life. They enrich the resources of the library by
sponsoring book sales, fund-raising, and programming. Friends bring additional talent, expertise, volunteer support, and
financial support to their community libraries. There are eleven Friends of the Library groups in Harford County and each
group advocates & raises funds on behalf of their specific branch.

Friends of the Abingdon Library:

Abingdon Friends of Harford County Public Library have a common interest in the vitality of their library. They share a
passion for libraries and a desire to support them in day-to-day activities and in future initiatives.

The Abingdon Friends bring additional talent, expertise, volunteer support, and financial support to the library. They
advocate and fundraise to help the Abingdon Branch enhance the programs and services provided to the residents of
Harford County. This supports the librarys mission of providing information and promoting the love of reading within the
community.

Abingdon Friends in Action:

The Abingdon Friends have contributed thousands of dollars to support the Abingdon Branch. Some examples include:
Conducting yard sales and raffles to support library programs and the purchase of special materials and
equipment.
Supporting services and facilities for the community.
Funding the Winter Reading program.

The Abingdon Library needs you! Give our library a helping hand. Your help turns the ordinary into the extraordinary!
Each and every Friend will strengthen our library. Please join us for the first time or renew now and make us stronger!
-see membership form attached...




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Healthy Harford, coalition of local government agencies, businesses, non-profits and citizens
dedicated to improving the health of Harford County residents, will once again host
Healthy Harford Day on Saturday, September 27, 2014, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at
119 South Hays Street, next to the Bel Air Farmers Market.

Abingdon Community Council eNews
Abingdon Library
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Harford County DPW Bureau of Highway Engineering is
on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/arfordountyihways

The Bureau of Highways Engineering is a major division within the Department of Public Works. Its responsibilities are
to provide engineering design and technical support for roadway and bridge projects throughout
Harford County.

In addition, the Bureau of Highways Engineering provides the review/design and subsequent
approval of subdivision/related roadways, traffic analysis, including but not limited to
intersection improvements, future roads, speed studies, traffic calming measures, storm drains, and bridge facilities, which
when completed, become part of the Harford County infrastructure.
(Source: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/.Some changes were made.)
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Pleasantville Road at Little Gunpowder Falls Closes
Temporarily
From Harford County Government:

Pleasantville Road at Little Gunpowder Falls will close to traffic during the day from 9:00am to 2:30pm for approximately
two weeks. The closure begins on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. The work will include various repairs to the deck and
abutments.

Please make other arrangements if you travel on this road. If you have any questions or need more information, call
Dan Svrjcek with the Harford County Department of Public Works at 410-638-3545 ext. 1392.





















(Source: http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/.Some changes were made.)
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Emmorton Recreation Chess Club
The Club starts its Fall season on September 19 with a Quick Chess tournament. All are welcome as there are sections for
both USCF rated and non-rated players. The tournament will be held at the Emmorton Recreation center, 2213 Old
Emmorton Road, Bel Air, MD Registration is from 6:45 to 7:00 pm.

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Dates to Ponder:

Pictures At An Exhibition
September 4-7, 2014
(Thursday and Friday 1:00pm-6:00pm, Saturday Noon-6:00pm, Sunday Noon-4:00pm)
Harford Artists' Gallery, 503 E Churchville Rd Bel Air, MD. We are located at the little cottage at Rockfield Manor. 503 E
Churchville Rd Bel Air, MD. All our works are created by local artists featuring paintings, photography, pottery, and
jewelry. Call 410-420-9499 or visit Website: http://www.artinharford.org/

Edgewood Farmers Market
September 4, 2014
3:00pm-6:00pm
MARC Train Station Parking Lot, intersection of Edgewood Road (Route 755) and Old Edgewood Road across from the
MARC station, 2122 Old Edgewood Road, Edgewood. Visit website for selection of fruits, vegetables, crafts, local
specialties and organic food. Visit: www.harfordfarms.com

Lunchtime Concert
September 5, 12, 19, and 26, 2014 (Free)
Noon
Office Street, Bel Air. Noon. Featuring music by Regents of Jazz. Bring a picnic dinner and chair or blanket. Sponsored by
the Town of Bel Air. Refreshments available for sale. Call 443.823.1797 or visit www.downtownbelair.com

First Fridays in Bel Air
September 5, 2014
Friday, 5:00pm-8:00pm
Main & Office Streets, Harford County's BEST block party-local, live music, beer & wine, delicious food vendors, face
painting, and more! Band: Thunderball. Call 443-823.1797 or visit www.downtownbelair.com

First Fridays in Havre de Grace
September 5, 2014
Friday, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Downtown Havre de Grace, St. John and Washington Streets. Live music throughout town, businesses stay open late with
great specials. All major downtown streets closed to vehicular traffic to allow the restaurants to provide outdoor caf
seating and for multiple entertainment attractions and vendors to line these streets. This is a family friendly event with
attractions and games for children. Call 410-939.1811 or visit www.mainstreethdg.com

St. Marys Rummae Sale
September 5 and 6, 2014 (Free admission)
St. Mary's Church, 1 St. Mary's Church Road, Abingdon. Electronics, lawn care tools, books, records, CDs, DVDs pots
pans, glassware, Men's, women's and children's clothing and shoes, jewelry, collectables, kitchen items, Christmas and
home decor, furniture small appliances, baked goods, hot dogs and Drinks. Call 443.655.7790 or eMail
judirobilotta@comcast.net

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Antique Road Show
September 6, 2014
10:00am -4:00pm
Bel Air Armory, 37 N. Main Street. Sponsored by The Historical Society of Harford County. Call 410.838.7691

Patriot Ride
September 11, 2014
8:00am-1:00pm
Starting at Chesapeake Harley Davidson, 4600 Thunder Ct. Darlington - Ends at McAvoy's, 2531 Putty Hill Ave. Parkville.
Registration begins at 8am for the 3rd annual 9/11 Patriot Day Ride in remembrance of the lives lost on 9/11 and to honor
those who went off to war to keep us safe and to protect our freedoms. Hundreds of motorcyclist will take to the streets as
they continue to keep the promise to never forget 9/11. The ride will travel south down Rt1 to Harford Rd and end on Putty
Hill Ave in Parkville where they will ride through the Path of Honor. The "Path" is 2,977 American flags that represent
each life lost on 9/11. The event will feature six moments of silence beginning at 8:46am, Patriotic music, the Pledge of
Allegiance, and National Anthem before riders depart at 10:45am. All riders, bikes, clubs and non-riders are welcome. Fees
are $15 for driver and $10 for passengers; proceeds benefit the Flight 93 National Memorial and the Catch A Lift Fund. For
more information on the ride, volunteer opportunities and sponsorships please contact Chuck at 443.281.8381 or eMail
patriotday2014@aol.com or visit www.thehopeandpeacefoundation.com

SARs 5
th
Annual Rising Above It Family Fun Day
September 20, 2014
10:00am-4:00am
Ripken Stadium 873 Long Drive Aberdeen, Family Fun Day features a mix of activities for kids and adults alike including
two stages with entertainment, a scavenger hunt, interactive art activities, moon bounces, face paintings, games, Balloon
Man, hula hoop entertainment, Skullduggery Crew pirate encampment and more. The theme for Family Fun Day is the
Wizard of Oz, any child under 10 who is dressed as their favorite character will receive free admission. SARC is a non-
profit organization serving victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse and stalking in Harford County,
Maryland since 1978. $5. Tickets available at the gate or available for purchase: Visit
https://app.etapestry.com/cart/SexualAssaultSpouseAbuseRe/ or call 410.836.8431 or eMail bleague@sarc-maryland.org

Bel Air Festival for the Arts
September 21, 2014
10:00am -5:00pm
Located at 39 Hickory Avenue (behind the Town Hall). 350 artists, photographers and craftsmen present their work.
Continuous live entertainment. Great festival food available. Free shuttle bus from MVA on Route 24. Rain or shine
event. Sponsored by Bel Air Parks and Recreation and the Town of Bel Air. Call 443.616.6708

Abingdon Community Council: Meet The Candidates
September 22, 2014
5:00pm -8:00pm
Abingdon Public Library, 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD 21009 See schedule below:
5pm-6pm: Harford County Council President and School Bd. Representatives, Jurisdiction A, B, C, and F
6pm-7pm: House of Delegates, Senate, Sheriff and States Attorney
7pm-8pm: County Council Jurisdictions A, B, C, F and County Executive

Fall Harvest and Craft Festival
September 27 and 28, 2014
11:00am -4:00pm
Steppingstone Farm Museum, 461 Quaker Bottom Road, Havre de Grace. 11am-4pm. Admission $10 for adults, children
12 and under and members free. This event will feature activities such as craft booths; scarecrow making; pumpkin
painting; apple bobbing & pressing; apple butter making; hay rides; straw maze; bluegrass music; clogging and square
dancing; food; and tours. Rain or shine event. Additional fees only for items you take home (scarecrows and pumpkins).
Crafters- Interested in participating in the Craft show? Please email a description of what you make to
director@steppingstonemuseum.org so that we can consider it and send you a vendor packet. Call 410.939.2299 or visit
www.steppinstonemuseum.org

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Abingdon Community Council
Meeting

























Members:
Cynthia Hergenhahn, Chairperson
C. David Copenhaver

Recording Secretary: Donna Copenhaver


Meet The
Candidates

Abingdon Community Council
September 22, 2014
Abingdon Public Library
2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD 21009

5:00pm 6:00pm...
Harford County Council President and
School Board Representatives, Jurisdiction
A, B, C, and F
6:00pm 7:00pm...
House of Delegates, Senate and Sheriff and
States Attorney
7:00pm 8:00pm...
County Council Jurisdiction A, B, C, F and
County Executive

Members:
Cynthia Hergenhahn, Chairperson
C. David Copenhaver

Recording Secretary: Donna Copenhaver