2008 Spring Run
Members of Harford Region traveled to Delaware for the 2008 Spring Run.  destinations included the 10th annual Antique Truck Club of America (ATCA) show in Delaware City, Fort Delaware on Pea Patch Island, Historic New Castle and more.  See photos from the 2008 Spring Run here!

2008 Icicle Run
Harford Region held its annual Icicle Run on March 29.  The route traveled through northern Maryland  into Pennsylvania and across the Susquehanna  River.  The route then followed along the Piquea Creek and across the Baumgarder's Mill Covered Bridge on the way to the Lancaster County Winery.  Afterwards, the group traveled to Willow Valley Resort near Willow Street for lunch.  Some of the group continued on to the Sight and Sound Millennium Theater near Strasburg for a presentation of "Daniel and the Lion Den" while other continued on towards their own destinations.

2008 Harford Region Officers Inducted
Harford Region held its Annual Dinner on November 11, 2007 at the Bayou Restaurant in Havre de Grace, Maryland.  The evening included a buffet dinner and entertainment, followed by the induction of the Region officers as follows: President - Al Burns, Vice President - Fred Brandon, Secretary - Kathleen Smith, and Treasurer - Vicki Thacker.  The club's Harold Clemens Award for 2007 was presented to Al Burns.

Harford Region Winners at Fall Hershey
Several Harford Region members were winners during the Eastern Division National Fall Meet in Hershey, Pennsylvania held during October 11-13, 2007.  Congratulations to Kathy and Jerry Scarborough who received a 2nd Junior award, James and Elke Martin for receiving a Repeat Preservation Award, and Dave and Jane English for receiving a Historic Preservation Award of Original features (HPOF) and a Repeat Historic Preservation Award.

Harford Region Visits Jacob's Well
Harford Region was invited to hold a small car show for the residents of Jacobs Well Assisted Living Facility on September 29.  The afternoon consisted of a car show, a fashion show for the residents, music, dancing, and the fellowship with neighborhood seniors.  Read more and see photos from the event here.

Harford Region Monthly Meeting Date Change for June
Due to the unavailability of our regular meeting location on June 26, Harford Region's June meeting will be held a week earlier on  June 19 at the Union Chapel United Methodist Church (regular meeting location).  Please note that June 19 is a week earlier than usual and is NOT the last Tuesday of the month when meetings are normally held.

Harford Region Participated in Local Cub Scout Day
Harford Region displayed their antique cars at the Cub Scout Day held on April 22.  In addition, the region held a youth activity to teach the importance of maintaining proper air pressure in an automobile's tires.  Read more and see photos from the event here.

Harford Region Webmaster Receives National "Sparkplug Award" for Web Site
Harford Region Webmaster Bruce Wheeler was honored by being selected to receive the "Sparkplug Award".   The Sparkplug Award is an AACA National Award that is "awarded to the webmaster of a region or chapter internet website for their contribution to the general welfare and spirit of the AACA".  Bruce received an engraved silver tray to commemorate the award.   The actual award is displayed with the other National Awards at the AACA National Headquarters in Hershey, Pennsylvania.   A photo of the actual Sparkplug Award is shown below.  Click here to see all of the AACA National Awards.

AACA National "Sparkplug Award" Displayed at AACA National Headquarters
 

Harford Region Receive Awards at the 2007 AACA Annual Meeting
Harford Region's newsletter the Harford Horn and Harford Region's web site both won an "Award of Excellence" for 2006 from the AACA Publications and Internet committees, respectively.   These certificates are given out at the Region President's Dinner on Friday night of the Annual Meeting.   Harford Region's webmaster Bruce Wheeler was one of 18 AACA Region and Chapter webmasters also selected to receive a Master Webmaster Award at the National Awards Banquet on Saturday night. 

2006 Christmas Parades
Harford Region participated in the annual Christmas parade held in Aberdeen, Maryland on December 2 and in Bel Air, Maryland on December 3.  Photos from the parades can be seen here!

2006 Annual Dinner
Harford Region celebrated another great year of 2006 and prepared for the coming year at its Annual Dinner held on November 12.   Harford region member Judy Burns was awarded the Harold Clemens Award for her outstanding work and dedication during 2006.   Details and photos on the evening are here!  Information on the Harold Clemens Award can be found here.

2006 Fall Run
Harford Region spent three fun filled days on Virginia's Northern Neck for its annual Fall Run during September 8-10.  The tour included visits to many historical places and lodging at on the grounds of historic Stratford Hall.  Details and photos on the tour are here!

2006 Rockspring Village Open House
Harford Region provided cars for display on June 11 during the annual open house of the Rockspring Village Retirement home near Forest Hill, Maryland.  Cars on display included a 1921 Ford touring, 1928 REO coupe, 1931 Ford Deluxe Tudor, 1941 Plymouth, 1941 Buick convertible, 1949 Plymouth Special Deluxe, 1951 Studebaker four door sedan, 1955 Ford Sunliner, 1956 Ford Victoria, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, and a 1963 Chevrolet Chevy II.  Participating in the open house is an annual event for Harford Region. Details and photos are here!

2006 Gemini Goodyear Show
Harford Region held its annual antique vehicle display at the Gemini Goodyear store near Bel Air, Maryland on May 13.  A total of 25 antique vehicles were on display.  The club also had hot dogs and other food for sale for the spectators.  This year, a local Cub Scout troop held a car wash in conjunction with the antique car display.  Details and photos are here!

2006 April Weekday Lunch Outing
Harford Region members participated in a weekday lunch outing hosted by region members Connie and Doug Harrell.  It was a beautiful day and everyone drove their antique cars for an afternoon of fun and camaraderie.  Details and photos are here!

2006 Icicle Run
Harford Region members participated in the Icicle Run on March 18.  the tour traveled through Harford and Cecil Counties with a impromptu parade through the Perry Point Veterans Hospital, and stops at a post card shop, Furnace Bay Golf Course Club House for snacks, Days Basket Factory , and antiquing in the town of North East, all culminating with a group lunch at Woodies Restaurant.