Merry Christmas, Bel Air

Hello Friends—

Welcome to the 144 new subscribers who joined since last week’s edition. Happy to have you in our (growing) community! We’ve got a special Wednesday edition of the Bel Air Brief today.

Thanks to everyone who filled out last week’s poll on the Bel Air Bites Club! Keep an eye out in early January for the launch email. If you’re interested but didn’t vote, just drop me a line here and I’ll add you to the early access list (limited to only the first ~200 people).

With Christmas here, it’s a lighter week for events. Below you’ll find a short list of relaxed, family-friendly ways to unplug, slow down, and enjoy the weekend together.

(Although, I wouldn’t call watching the Ravens relaxing or family-friendly right now)

Merry Christmas!

Cinnamon Roll Class @ MawMaw’s Creative Kitchen ($)
📅 Friday, December 26th | 2-4:30PM
📍 MawMaw’s Creative Kitchen, 225 Brierhill Dr, Bel Air

Santa Bowl Night Strike @ Forest Hill Lanes ($)
📅 Friday, December 26th | 3PM
📍 Forest Hill Lanes, 1 Maurice Dr, Forest Hill

Guest Appreciation Night @ Conrad’s Abingdon (Free)
📅 Friday, December 26th | 7PM
📍 Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant Abingdon, 3414 Merchant Boulevard, Abingdon

Trivia @ Falling Branch Brewery (Free)
📅 Friday, December 26th | 7-9PM
📍 Falling Branch Brewery, 825 Highland Road, Street

Ravens Saturday @ Double Groove Brewing (Free)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 12PM
📍 Double Groover Brewing, 312 S Main St, Bel Air1659 Robin Cir, Forest Hill

Winter Wonderland Kids Yoga Class ($)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 12PM
📍 Grounded in the Clouds, 728 Bel Air Rd, Unit 127, Bel Air

Holiday Trucks N’ Tunes @ Boordy Vineyards (Free)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 12–5PM (Music at 1PM)
📍 Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes

105.7 Ravens Pregame & Watch Party @ Fallston Barrel House (Free)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 3PM
📍 Fallston Barrel House, 2403 Belair Road, Fallston

Here’s to the Night @ Looney’s Pub (Free)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 8PM
📍 Looney’s Pub, 312 S Main St, Bel Air

Karaoke Saturdays @ Pool N Pints (Free)
📅 Saturday, December 27th | 9PM
📍 Pool N Pints, 8 Aberdeen Shopping Plaza, Aberdeen

Bend & Brew @ Independent Brewing ($)
📅 Sunday, December 28th | 10-11AM
📍 Independent Brewing Co, 412 N Main Street, Bel Air

For more live music on the schedule this weekend, check out the “Harco Live Music Round Up” facebook group…

Save the dates:
The Amish Outlaws New Year's Eve Bash, Dec 31st, Fallston

Jimmy John’s Opens First Bel Air Location at Greenbrier Shopping Center
Popular sandwich chain Jimmy John’s has officially opened its first Bel Air restaurant at the Greenbrier Shopping Center, bringing its well-known fast, fresh subs to the local dining scene. The new location adds another quick, casual option for residents and shoppers in the area. Read more…

Fresh Start Furnishings Nears Year-End Fundraising Milestone
Fresh Start Furnishings has raised $11,455 toward its $15,000 “Decade of Making a Difference” campaign, leaving just $3,545 to reach its goal with one week remaining. The campaign will help the organization expand its impact and assist up to 40% more households in Harford County over the next two years. Read more…

Harford County Public Library Launches “80 Winters of Wonder” Winter Reading Program
Harford County Public Library has announced its 2026 Winter Reading Program, “80 Winters of Wonder,” celebrating the Library’s 80th anniversary with reading challenges, events, and prizes for adults and high school students from December 20 through March 20. Participants who complete the challenge can earn a commemorative 80th anniversary mug and take part in bingo-style activities for additional prizes across all HCPL branches. Read more…

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This week’s date spot takes us to Harford Vineyard & Winery — a laid-back, scenic escape that feels worlds away without ever leaving Harford County. It’s an ideal pick for couples who want something relaxed, unhurried, and a little more intimate than the usual night out.

Settle in with a tasting or share a bottle from their lineup of estate wines, which ranges from easy-drinking whites and rosés to fuller-bodied reds and fruit-forward options. The outdoor seating is especially inviting in good weather, making it easy to slow down, sip, and actually talk — whether you’re on a first date or enjoying a quiet afternoon together.

It’s the kind of place where time stretches pleasantly: bring a small bite, enjoy the views, and let the conversation wander. Perfect on its own or paired with dinner nearby, Harford Vineyard & Winery is a simple, charming reminder that some of the best dates don’t need much planning at all.

👉 Plan your visit or explore the wine list: harfordvineyard.com

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