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Volume I Issue #34 July, 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, July 28, 2014 from 6:30pm -7:30pm 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.)

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Abingdons Treasures: St. Marys Episcopal Church
(St. Marys is located at One Saint Marys Road, Abingdon, Maryland, 21009)

St. Marys is the finest rural church in the diocese of Maryland, This evaluation, made by Phoebe B. Stanton, Chairman
of the Department of Art History at the Johns Hopkins University, comes after a detailed examination of Gothic Revival
churches for her book, The Gothic Revival and American Church
Architecture.

Dr. William Francis Brand, the rector at St. Marys from 1849 to 1907, was
born in New Orleans June 17, 1814. He was educated at the University of
Virginia and received his theological training at the General Seminary in
New York City. He was ordained to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church
on 3 March 1844 and married Miss Sophia Hall of Harford County in 1845.

She was the great, great granddaughter of Colonel Thomas White (1704
1779), the largest colonial landowner in Harford County. Among his land
properties was Constant Friendship.

Joshua Wilson, a Harford County doctor and farmer, graduated from the
University of Maryland Medical School in 1818. In 1823 he married and built Woodside, located on Singer Road. A civic
minded man, Wilson was willing to share his wealth as he prospered; he gave land for the construction of St. Marys
Episcopal Church between 1843 and 1846. His granddaughter, Miss Eloise H. Wilson died in 1997 and is buried at Saint
Marys Church.

The Diocese of Maryland gave permission in 1848 for the organization of an Episcopal Church at the current site.
Construction began in 1851.

Dr. Brand is largely responsible for the architecture of the church. Under his direction Frank Wills plans were chosen for
the building. He purchased the Butterfield windows. St. Marys is the only church in America to have a complete set of
fifteen stained glass windows designed by William Butterfield, the English Gothic Revival architect. The windows depict
the life of Christ and greatly enhance the church. They are the only known set by Butterfield in the United States.

(Sources: National Register of Historic Places I nventory: Nomination Form HA.168, Photo credit: Donna Copenhaver)
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Pancakes Anyone?

The Bel Air Lions Clubs annual July 4
th
Pancake & Sausage Breakfast is one of the highlights of this day that is filled with
activities and celebration. Make your way to the side entrance (facing Baltimore Pike) of the
new Bel Air High School for a delicious breakfast from 7-11 a.m. The modest cost for this event
is $7 for adults and $4 for children under 10.

The breakfast is sponsored by the Lions Club of Bel Air. In addition to
Lions Club members, members of a local Boy Scout troop and the Bel Air
High School football team will also be lending a hand to make this kick off to the holiday a truly

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spectacular event. Later in the day, be sure to look for the Lions Club float in the annual Bel Air parade.

The Lions Club is a community service organization bringing sight and hearing programs along with scores other programs
that touch the lives of so many of our Harford County residents. For more information about the Bel Air Lions Club and
their services and activities, visit their website at http://www.belairlions.org/Home.html.

(Source: Donna and David Copenhaver, proud members of the Bel Air Lions Club)
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Abingdon Native Crowned "Miss Bel Air Independence
Day 2014!"
Cynthia Ford is the new Miss Bel Air I ndependence Day 2014.
The Bel Air Independence Day Committee, Inc., the non-profit all-volunteer group that produces the parade,
fireworks and all other events in the Town of Bel Air each July 4th, proudly announces that
Cynthia Ford, a native of Abingdon, has been selected as Miss Bel Air Independence Day
2014.

The new Miss Bel Air the 4th person to hold that title is a graduate of Edgewood High
School, where she played flute in the Edgewood High School Marching Band and marched in
the Bel Air 4th of July Parade for 4 years! The accomplished flautist is now a junior at
Towson University, majoring in Music Education, and is the holder of many awards and
fellowships.

She will serve as hostess and participant in one of the region's largest 4th of July celebrations, taking place from
dawn to night on Friday, July 4, 2014, and will also help promote the event in the weeks leading up to the event.

(Source: I nternet and The Bel Air I ndependence Day Committee.)
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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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Sheriff L. Jesse Bane Appointed to the Governors
Commission to Reform Marylands Pretrial System

Sheriff L. Jesse Bane recently accepted an appointment to the Governors Commission to Reform Marylands
Pretrial System. The Commission, established by Governor Martin O Malley through Executive
Order 01.01.2014.08, will examine best practices from detention facilities and their respective
jurisdictions around the country.

To read more about Sheriff L. Jesse Banes appointment go to
http://www.harfordneighbors.net/index.php?section=1&subtype=81&page=3
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Dates to Ponder:

Historical Society of Harford County
July 1-3, 2014 (Free)
9:00am - 3:00 pm
143 N. Main Street, 9am-3pm. Closed holiday weekends. Local historical exhibits, maps, plats, photographs, genealogy
and 1800s newspapers. Lectures, programs and social events throughout the year. www.harfordhistory.org
HARCHI S@msn.com 410.838.7691

Summer Concert Series
July 2, 2014 (Free)
7:00 pm
Humbert Amphitheater, Shamrock Park. Outdoor concerts in Shamrock Park, featuring outstanding local musicians. Bring
a picnic dinner and chair or blanket. Bel Air High School is available if rain or extreme heat causes us to move indoors.
Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air and the Harford County Cultural Arts Board. 410.803.9784

Edgewood Farmers Market
July 3-14, 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. www.harfordfarms.com

Fourth of J uly Celebration
July 4, 2014
6:45ampm -10:00pm
Various locations around Bel Air from 6:45am-10pm, including Flag Raising, Pancake Breakfast, Horseshoe Pitching and
Many Events for Families and Children. Parade at 6pm on Main Street. Fireworks at 9:30pm. Sponsored by the Bel Air
Independence Day Committee, Inc. For full information and details on participation, www.belairjuly4.org 410.879.4245.

Farmers Market
July 5, 2014
7:00am-11:00am
Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas & Bond Streets. The market sells only fresh, local produce and fruit in
season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes three organic vendors.
Specialty vendors to include hummus, salsa, baked goods, jams/jellies, and more. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel
Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Economic Development. For current market information, please
refer to the website at www.belairfarmersmarket.com farmers@belairfarmersmarket.com.

Summer Outdoor Concert: Bel Air J azz Ensemble
July 6, 2014 (Free)
7:00pm - till
Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Music by Bel Air Jazz Ensemble. Bring a picnic dinner and chair or blanket. Sponsored by the
Town of Bel Air and the Bel Air Recreation Committee. For inclement weather, call 410.803.9784.




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First Fridays
July 11, 2014
5:00 pm -8:00pm
Mary Risteau Courthouse Parking Lot, Thomas & Bond Streets. The market sells only fresh, local produce and fruit in
season, locally raised beef, chicken, pork, milk, eggs, cheese, flowers and shrubs. Includes three organic vendors.
Specialty vendors to include hummus, salsa, baked goods, jams/jellies, and more. Sponsored by the Town of Bel Air, Bel
Air Farmers Market, Inc., and Harford County Office of Economic Development. For current market information, please
refer to the website at www.belairfarmersmarket.comor farmers@belairfarmersmarket.com.

Summer Outdoor Concert: Peabody Ragtime Ensemble
July 13, 2014 (Free)
7:00pm
Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Music by Peabody Ragtime Ensemble. Bring a picnic dinner and chair or blanket. Sponsored by
the Town of Bel Air and the Bel Air Recreation Committee. For inclement weather, call 410.803.9784.

Outdoor Movie: Despicable Me 2
July 18, 2014 (Free admission and Free Popcorn)
6:30pm 9:30pm
Shamrock Park, Bel Air. Movie starts at dusk. Grab the kids and pack your blankets for great family friendly entertainment
with movies under the stars at Shamrock Park! Festivities begin at 6:30pm and movies begin at sunset! Sponsored by the
Bel Air Downtown Alliance. www.downtownbelair.com 443.823.1797

2014 Bats and Brews Beerfest
July 19, 2014
1:00pm 4:00pm
Ripken Stadium, 873 Long Dr, Aberdeen. Come out to Ripken Stadium for Craft Beers, Local Wine, Food, Entertainment,
and more! Tickets start at $40. Hurry! Limited numbers of VIP Tickets remain! Contact Liz Strauch at:
estrauch@ripkenbaseball.com 410.297.9292

Diabetes Support Group
July 23, 2014 (Free)
10:30am-11:30am
McFaul Senior Activity Center, 525 W. MacPhail Road. (Meetings subject to change). 410.638.4040

Army Band Concert
July 25, 2014 (Free)
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Millard E. Tydings Park, Commerce St., Havre de Grace. Military music that fosters citizen support and inspires soldiers
at home and abroad. Google: 229th Army Band. Presented by HdG Arts Commission. Bring Chairs and Picnics. No Rain
Location. 410.939.2100

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Annual Harford County Farm Fair
July 31-August 3, 2014 (Adults $8, Ages 5-11 $4) Free 4 and under Military $5 any day, Seniors $5 on Thursday
10:00am-10:00pm (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Sunday 10:00am-6:00 pm.
Equestrian Center, 608 N. Tollgate Road. Annual County and 4-H Fair. Includes 4-H exhibits and shows, Home Arts
exhibits, tractor pulls, fireworks, carnival, Kidway, commercial, civic and food vendors, entertainment. 410.838.8663
www.farmfair.org

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Abingdon Community Council





Meeting
July 28, 2014 at the Abingdon Public Library
6:30pm 7:30pm 2510 Tollgate Road, Abingdon, MD

Special Guest Speaker

Karen S. Straughn
Assistant Attorney General
Director, Mediation Unit
Consumer Protection Division

Topic
Avoiding Scams and Fraud

(The largest population in the United States consists of people over the age of 65. Sadly, many seniors and
"vulnerable adults" are targets of crimes ranging from telemarketing fraud to patient abuse in nursing home
facilities. Accordingly, Attorney General the Attorney General created an Elder Abuse Initiative to curb the
number of crimes against vulnerable adults. Those who attend this meeting will receive a copy of A Consumer
Guide for Seniors. This booklet, although written with seniors in mind, is a MUST read for every consumer.
Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from predators who want to SCAM you out of your
hard earned money.)




Members:
Cynthia Hergenhahn, Chairperson
C. David Copenhaver Carlin Cook

Recording Secretary: Donna Copenhaver