Greetings from
Harford Community College!
Each month,
Harford Highlights
gives you a glimpse of what HCC has to offer. We want to ensure that this is a newsletter you look forward to receiving. What can we include that would make it a valuable part of your month? All ideas are welcome – email us using the button below and thanks for reading!
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Harford Now Offers Credit
and Noncredit Classes at the
Edgewood Branch of the Harford County Public Library
and at
APG
Did you know you can now take select courses at the Edgewood Branch of the Harford County Public Library as well as at APG?
For information and contact info for classes at the Edgewood Branch of the Harford Public Library, visit
www.Harford.edu/Edgewood.
For information on classes at APG, call 443-412-2100 or email
APG@harford.edu
. Click
here
to view the list of classes offered.
Classes fill quickly, but it’s not too late to register!
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Navigating the World of Financial Aid: An Info Session for High School Seniors and Parents
Thursday, September 26
Student Center, Room 243
5:30 p.m. appetizers and welcome
6-7:30 p.m. presentation
This session will walk students and parents through filling out the FAFSA and obtaining a FAFSA PIN, applying for scholarships, and deadlines. A representative from the Maryland Higher Education Commission will discuss Maryland’s Community College Promise Scholarship and admissions specialists will provide information about applying to college. For more info, contact
aspinnato@harford.edu
; to register for the info session, click
here
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INTO THE WOODS
September 6, 7, 13 & 14 | 7 p.m.
September 8 & 15 | 2 p.m.
Chesapeake Theater
The musical
Into the Woods
is a dark comedy about a childless baker, his wife, and their quest to begin a family. On their journey, they meet a witch who places a curse on them.
Into the Woods
is an epic fairy tale about wishes, family, and the choices we make.
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AN EVENING OF JAZZ
Benny Russell
Friday, September 13 | 8 p.m.
Joppa Hall, Recital Hall #1
Maryland State Arts Council representative and HCC studio faculty Benny Russell leads his ensemble in a tribute to Cannonball Adderley.
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MIDLAND
Special Guest Sam Grow
Saturday, September 14 | 7 p.m.
APGFCU Arena
WXCY 103.7 celebrates their 30th birthday with a concert featuring Midland and opener Sam Grow. Tickets only $30!
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JUDY MOODY & STINK
ArtsPower National Touring Theatre
Friday, September 27 | 7 p.m.
Judy Moody and Stink are a dynamic sister and brother duo who take audiences on a hilarious adventure. They're the perfect pair for their imperfect capers that lead to fun, mystery, sibling rivalry, and, in the end, true friendship.
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Tickets
for these shows and our entire 2019-2020 season!
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WORKS BY WILLIAM RULLER & STEPHANIE SERPICK
September 23-November 8
Chesapeake Gallery, Student Center
Opening Reception: Monday, September 23 | 12:30-2 p.m.
Using color, texture, composition, subject matter and craftsmanship, the artists create intimate works of art which offer a viewing experience that is both engaging and self-reflective in nature.
Learn more here.
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Exhibit
WOMEN OF THE TURF
October 4-December 20
Hays-Heighe House
Exhibit Opening Reception & Award Presentation: Friday, October 4
“Women of the Turf” is an exhibit honoring women in Maryland and beyond who have excelled in all aspects of equestrian sport, including thoroughbred farm owners, trainers, jockeys, and journalists.
Learn more here.
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Book Discussion
Monday, September 16 | 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Hays-Heighe House at Harford Community College
Maryland Humanities annual One Maryland One Book program choice for 2019 is
What the Eyes Don’t See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City
, by Mona Hanna-Attisha.
Registrants can get a free copy of the book while supplies last and register at the HCC Library Reference Desk, or call 443-412-2131.
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Destination Imagination
Parent & Student Information Night
Thursday, September 19 | 6 p.m.
Chesapeake Center Dining Room
K-12 and University-level teams
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Culinary Classes
Sunday afternoons starting September 22
Bakeology:
Make handmade breads, pies, muffins, cookies and cupcakes with a culinary instructor. For class details, click
here.
Plate It:
Learn different cooking techniques and the art of plate presentation while preparing globally inspired cuisine.
For class details, click
here.
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NEW!
Sports Clinics
Field Hockey Middle and High School Clinics
Saturdays, September 21 and 28
Coached by former USA Women’s National Team Player
Lacrosse Middle and High School Clinics
Saturdays, October 5 and 12
Coached by current HCPS high school coaches
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New Member Appointed to
HCC Board of Trustees
Steve Linkous, President and CEO of Harford Mutual Insurance Company in Bel Air, was appointed by the Governor to the nine-member Harford Community College Board of Trustees. He was sworn in at the Harford County Courthouse on August 8, 2019. Mr. Linkous will represent Councilmanic District D.
Learn more here.
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SWN Offers Free Training
to Qualifying Students at HCC
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Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training
September 9-October 12
Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, and HVAC
Call
410-272-5400
or
410-996-0550
to see if you qualify!
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Get Certified!
Dog Grooming Program
Classes begin September 16
HCC's Dog Grooming Certification program can be completed in less than six months, and includes a hands-on externship in a grooming salon!
Learn more here.
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A+ Certification
Classes begin September 23
CompTIA A+ certification is the starting point for a career in IT. It is an industry-wide, globally recognized credential for today’s PC repair technicians and a marketable asset that employers seek when hiring.
Learn more here.
Check out other certifications available
here
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Get in Shape and Have Fun!
There’s no better time than NOW to take a fitness class to get fit, to have fun, and to build your energy level! Here’s just a sampling of the classes we offer:
Indoor Cycling
| Tues., 9/10-10/29 | 5-5:45 p.m.
Cycle away for optimum fat burning, endurance, and strength building.
Core & Restore Yoga/Pilates Fusion
Wed., 9/11-12/18 | 8-9:15 a.m.
For all levels of fitness, this class fuses yoga and Pilates movements for a stronger core and increased flexibility.
Zumba Gold
| Mon. & Wed., 9/16-10/23 | 6-7 p.m.
For the active older adult, this is a safe and effective total body workout to exciting Latin and international dance rhythms.
Aquacize
| Mon., 9/16-12/9 | 10-11 a.m.
Burn more fat and calories with this water workout that decreases the impact on bones, joints, and muscles!
Click
here
to view all our fitness classes or call
443-412-2376
, option 1 for more information. Click
here
for our complete fall schedule of classes.
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Winterthur and
Costuming
The Crown
Newark, DE
Friday, September 20
Visit Winterthur, former home and gardens of the du Ponts and view the costumes of the
The Crown
, an original exhibition of exquisite designs from the series. After the tour, enjoy lunch and explore the magnificent gardens.
Learn more here
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New York’s Best:
Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty
New York, NY
Monday, September 30
Catch the ferry in New Jersey and travel to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Pedestal access for the Statue of Liberty is included, as is a 90-minute guided tour of the hospital on Ellis Island.
Learn more here.
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Save the Date!
Screech’s Night Owl 5K
Friday, November 1
Join us for a 5K glow run in support of HCC student athlete scholarships. Your race registration or event sponsorship will help support our scholar athletes to continue to excel academically and athletically. Sponsor, register to run, and donate
here
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Check Out a Game
at Harford This Fall!
Upcoming Harford Athletics Home Events
Men’s Soccer
September 5 | 6 p.m. –
Southern Maryland
September 14 | 4 p.m. –
Richard Bland
September 20 | 6 p.m. –
Catonsville
September 26 | 4 p.m. –
Chesapeake
Women's Volleyball
September 12 | 4 p.m. –
Cecil
September 16 | 6 p.m. –
Chesapeake
September 19 | 7 p.m. –
Frederick
September 24 | 6 p.m. –
Southern Maryland
September 26 | 5 p.m. –
Allegany
Click on the sports below for their complete fall schedules:
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Job Opportunities!
Harford Community College has a variety of job opportunities currently available.
Check them out here
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