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Hello Friends—
Welcome to the 231 new subscribers who joined since last week’s edition. Happy to have you in our (growing) community!
In the most not shocking news of all time: my wife is ready to decorate for the holidays now. If you have any tips for decorating the house with an almost-walking toddler, send them along! Anyways.
We’re gearing up for the holiday season in Bel Air… I’ve already got a list of 30+ events marked down for the next 2 months. This week: the last Bel Air First Friday hits Main Street… 105.7 The Fan will be at Fallston Barrel House for Sunday’s Ravens game… and Das Bierhalle just released their November specials…
Scroll down, make plans, and enjoy your weekend!
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Things To Do This Weekend In Bel Air & Surrounding Areas
Food & Drink
🎉 Bel Air First Friday (Free)
📅 Friday, November 7th | 5–8PM
📍 Downtown Bel Air, 121 S Main St, Bel Air
Bel Air’s final block party of 2025 brings live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, a beer & wine garden, and family fun to Main Street.
🍷 Autumn Trucks ’n’ Tunes @ Boordy Vineyards (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 11 AM–6 PM
📍 Boordy Vineyards, 12820 Long Green Pike, Hydes
Sip seasonal wines, enjoy live music, and take in the fall scenery at Boordy’s harvest celebration with local food and cozy firepits.
🎁 Cruise-In for a Cause: Toys for Tots Drive (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 12–3 PM
📍 Divergent Donuts, 2017 Pulaski Hwy Suite A&B, Havre de Grace
Bring your ride and an unwrapped toy to support Toys for Tots at this festive car meet with food from Divergent Donuts, Tay’s Bakery, and Tutti Paella.
🎃 Pumpkin Chunkin’ Weekend @ Falling Branch Brewery (Free)
📅 Saturday & Sunday, November 8–9th | 12–4 PM
📍 Falling Branch Brewery, 825 Highland Rd, Street
Launch pumpkins from the Pumpkin Cannon, grab a local beer, and enjoy fall fun across the farm — no tickets required.
🏈 Ravens Pre-Game Bash @ Barrel House Live (Free)
📅 Sunday, November 9th | 9 AM
📍 Fallston Barrel House, 2403 Belair Rd, Fallston
Join 105.7 The Fan for a live pre-game broadcast, drink specials, and giveaways — then stick around for the game, live music, and post-game party.
🏈 Tiki Tailgate with Ray Rice @ Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen (Free)
📅 Sunday, November 9th | 12 PM
📍 Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen, 2315 Belair Rd, Fallston
Join Ray Rice at Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen this Sunday, November 9th for a Tiki Tailgate packed with game-day specials, giveaways, and a chance to win Ravens tickets — all benefiting his Pipeline to Prosperity Foundation supporting local youth.
Family Fun
🐾 Crafting with Kittens: Made Me Mine x Chesapeake Feline Association ($)
📅 Friday, November 7th | 6–9 PM
📍 Made Me Mine, 3474 Emmorton Rd, Abingdon
Create crafts, cuddle kittens, and support the Chesapeake Feline Association at this cozy fundraising night in Abingdon.
👶 Pop-Up Kids Consignment @ Growing Kids Mart (Free)
📅 Friday & Saturday November 7-8th | Fri 10AM-7PM, Sat 9AM-1PM (50% off)
📍 Growing Kids Mart, 1200 E Churchville Rd, Bel Air
Score huge savings on kids’ clothes, toys, and baby gear from 200+ local families at Bel Air’s seasonal consignment event.
🍓 Bel Air Farmers Market (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 8AM–12PM
📍 2 South Bond St, Bel Air
8AM: Fiore Vineyard & Double Groove Brewing… Shop fresh local produce, breads, meats, and crafts.
🥕 Havre de Grace Farmers Market (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 8:30AM–12PM
📍 700 Block of Pennington Ave, Havre de Grace
Support local vendors and pick up artisan eats and goods.
🧹 Bel Air Community Clean-Up: Valkyrie Service Day (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 9:30 AM Registration, 10 AM Start
📍 Shamrock Park, 39 N Hickory Avenue, Bel Air
Join Troop 1920 and the Bel Air Downtown Alliance to help clean up local parks and streets during this community-wide volunteer day.
🌿 Plant Swap & Sale Day at Slate Farm Brewery (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd, Whiteford
Swap plants, shop houseplant goodies, and enjoy a craft beer at this casual community meet-up for plant lovers.
🎄 The Nutcracker Presented by Ballet Chesapeake (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 11 AM–12 PM
📍 Harford County Public Library - Abingdon Branch, 2510 Tollgate Rd, Abingdon
Experience the magic of The Nutcracker up close! Ballet Chesapeake brings a family-friendly storytime featuring a live performance, beginner ballet lesson, and storybook reading.
🍁 Fall Fest @ Eden Mill (Free)
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Eden Mill Nature Center, 1617 Eden Mill Rd, Pylesville
Enjoy live animals, games, food trucks, and hands-on activities for all ages at Eden Mill’s annual fall celebration.
Music & Entertainment
Rob Fahey Trio @ Hickory Lodge
📅 Friday, November 7th | 6PM
📍 Hickory Lodge, 2119 Conowingo Rd, Hickory
Chasing Friday @ Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen
📅 Saturday, November 8th | 7-11PM
📍 Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen, 2315 Belair Rd, Fallston
For more live music on the schedule this weekend, check out the “Live Music In Harford County” facebook group…
Save the dates:
The Y Turkey Trot Charity 5K, Nov 27th, McComas Funeral Home
Mistletoe Mayhem Happy Hour & Toy Drive, Dec 2nd, Fallston Barrel House
Locals Know Best
Each week, we feature a few Bel Air & Harford County experts sharing quick, practical advice to make your life a little easier — straight from the people who know this community best.
Home Services
Top Ways Mister Insulation’s Attic Upgrades Cut Energy Use, Boost Comfort, and Help the Planet (Part 1)
Three essential pillars: 1) Properly installed insulation 2) Professional attic air sealing 3) Solar attic ventilation with a humidistat & thermostat
These upgrades don’t just make your home more comfortable — they cut heating and cooling costs, protect your roof, and improve indoor air quality.
5 Ways They Make a Difference:
Cuts heating & cooling load: Insulation slows heat transfer and air sealing stops leaks, so your HVAC doesn’t have to run as long or as hard and saves you money NOW.
Evens out room temperatures: No more “hot upstairs, cold downstairs.” A tighter, better-insulated home energy envelope keeps temperatures consistent from room to room.
Stops drafts, dust, and allergens: Air sealing blocks outside air pathways (and the dust/pollen that ride along), giving you a cleaner indoor environment.(Do YOU get in the attic for a breath of FRESH air??)
Humidity-smart ventilation (set it & forget it): A solar attic fan with a humidistat/thermostat exhausts heat and moisture only when needed—protecting comfort in summer and materials year-round without wasting energy.
Protects the roof deck, shingles, & prevents ice dams: Cooler, drier attics reduce shingle bake in summer and help prevent winter ice dams that can cause costly damage to roofs and gutters.
Pro Tip from Jeff: The best results come from treating the attic as a system—seal first, add the right R-value of insulation, then optimize airflow with a solar fan controlled by a humidistat & thermostat.
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This Week in the Community…
Free Coffee for Veterans at The Screaming Bean
In honor of Veterans Day, The Screaming Bean in Aberdeen is offering free coffee to all veterans as a small gesture of gratitude for their service. Stop by The Screaming Bean Aberdeen location on November 11 to enjoy a cup on the house and connect with others in celebration of those who’ve served. Read more…
Das Bierhalle Unveils November Specials
Bel Air’s Das Bierhalle has rolled out its November menu specials—and it’s pure comfort food heaven. Highlights include the Turkey Gobbler Pretzel, piled with mashed potatoes, sliced turkey, mushroom gravy, and cranberry Dijon, plus a Sweet Potato Sausage Stuffing inspired by classic Thanksgiving flavors. Whether you’re craving something savory or sweet, these seasonal specials make Das Bierhalle the go-to spot for fall indulgence. Read more…
Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen Launches Early Black Friday Gift Card Sale
Seafood lovers, here’s your chance to save big! Natalie’s Seafood Kitchen in Fallston is running an Early Black Friday Gift Card Sale from November 5–28. For every $100 gift card purchased, customers will receive a $20 bonus voucher to enjoy on a future visit. It’s the perfect gift for friends, family—or yourself. Read more…
Harford County Thanksgiving Food Drive Underway
Harford County is collecting non-perishable food, diapers, and essentials through November 21 to support the Harford Community Action Agency’s food pantry. Donations can be dropped off at county buildings, libraries, and senior centers to help local families in need this holiday season. Read more…
Pet Of The Week: Presented by Our Friends at Shannon’s Pretty Paws Pet Grooming
We are more than just groomers, we’re a family!
Give your pet the 5-star treatment & book a grooming session at Shannon’s Pretty Paws today. Your furry friend will thank you (and so will your furniture).
This week’s reader submission is: Marlo
“Meet Marlo! He’s a cheerful little guy who wins hearts everywhere he goes. As sweet as they come and just wants to be right by your side.”
Marlo, a very good boy!
Have a furry, feathered, or scaly friend you’re proud of? Send a photo and a few fun facts, and we might feature them in an upcoming issue. It’s a fun way to share smiles with the community and discover local pet resources along the way.
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Date Spot Of The Week
Buontempo Brothers (Bel Air)
📍 1 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014
This week’s date night pick is Buontempo Brothers, a downtown Bel Air staple that’s been keeping things old-school Italian since before “artisanal pizza” was trendy. It’s cozy, casual, and made for couples who appreciate a good red sauce moment. Split a classic Margherita Pizza or go big with the Buontempo Deluxe — loaded with ten toppings — and pair it with a glass of wine or an ice-cold soda. If you’re feeling ambitious, add the Chicken Parm or Seafood Calzone to the mix, then wrap it up with a Cannoli or slice of Tiramisu.
It’s the kind of date night that’s simple, hearty, and authentically Bel Air — no reservations, just good food and good company.
👉 Check the full menu & order ahead: buontempos.com
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