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SUMMARY:Carroll County’s 189th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This year’s 189th Carroll County Birthday Party will also start the celebration of the 250th Birthday of the United States of America. The title of the celebration … \nPatrician Patriot: Charles Carroll and his Fellow Maryland Signers \nCharles Carroll of Carrollton and three other Marylanders were among the fifty-six men who signed the Declaration of Independence in 1776\, pledging their lives\, fortunes\, and sacred honor in support of America’s revolutionary cause. Historian Glenn E. Campbell profiles the personal lives and political careers of Charles Carroll and his fellow Maryland Signers: Samuel Chase\, William Paca\, and Thomas Stone. \nGlenn E. Campbell earned degrees in History from the U.S. Naval Academy and University of Maryland\, College Park. Following his naval service\, he joined the staff of Historic Annapolis in 1997 and was named Senior Historian of the non-profit historic preservation and education group in 2008. Since retiring in 2022\, Mr. Campbell has pursued his passion for international travel while remaining engaged in public history as an independent scholar. \nThis is a free event and no registration is required. We will have cake and beverages to help celebrate Carroll County’s 189th Birthday and the 250th Birthday of the United States. We look forward to seeing everyone there! \nThe snow date for this event is Saturday\, January 17th.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/carroll-countys-189th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: 40 Years of the Artist Studio Tour and the History of Art Entrepreneurship in Carroll County
DESCRIPTION:The Carroll County Artists’ Studio Tour celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024. The tour was the brainchild of metalsmith Linda Van Hart\, a founding member of the Carroll County Arts Council and renowned art educator. Linda will talk about her work and the work of other artists who comprise the vibrant art scene in Carroll County. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-40-years-of-the-artist-studio-tour-and-the-history-of-art-entrepreneurship-in-carroll-county/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T130000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: “Growing into Greatness” Big Tree Documentary
DESCRIPTION:Within Maryland’s 2.5 million acres of forest there are 12 national champion trees. Dr. Robert Lemieux\, Associate Professor of Communication and Cinema at McDaniel College\, is creating a documentary featuring six of these trees. He will share his work on these inspiring grand champions. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-growing-into-greatness-big-tree-documentary/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: The History of New Windsor State Bank presented by Tom Rasmussen
DESCRIPTION:From 1932 until 2017\, when it was purchased by ACNB Corporation\, New Windsor State Bank played an important role in the community and in the development of Carroll County. Recently the bank’s historical records were donated to the New Windsor Heritage Society. Tom Rasmussen\, President of New Windsor State Bank from 2001 to 2017\, will share important milestones in the bank’s history. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-history-of-new-windsor-state-bank-presented-by-tom-rasmussen/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Mike Eaton\, English Teacher Extraordinaire presented by Caroline Babylon
DESCRIPTION:From 1938-1971\, English teacher\, William Granville “Mike” Eaton\, commanded his classroom at Westminster High School and directed excellent theatrical productions. Eaton lived in Thelma Hoffman’s boarding house\, a.k.a. Cockey’s Tavern\, owned by HSCC. Caroline Babylon and Kevin Dayhoff inherited Eaton’s extensive archive\, which will be set up in the Mike Eaton Room at HSCC this year. They also established the Mike Eaton Scholarship which is given each year to teachers nominated by their students. Caroline will share stories about her inspiring teacher who believed in the great potential of his students. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-mike-eaton-english-teacher-extraordinaire-presented-by-caroline-babylon/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: The History of Lacrosse in Carroll County Public Schools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brian Booz \nBrian Booz started as a history/social studies teacher and coach in Carroll County Public Schools (CCPS) in the ’70s. He coached football and basketball and then started the lacrosse program. One of his students became an All-American lacrosse player for McDaniel. Brian went on to be the principal at Francis Scott Key\, South Carroll\, and Century High Schools\, before retiring from CCPS in 2002 and joining the faculty of Gettysburg College. He is an excellent raconteur who will share the history of bringing lacrosse into the county. \n\n\n\nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-history-of-lacrosse-in-carroll-county-public-schools/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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SUMMARY:A Century of Memories with Melvin Hurwitz & Steve Bowersox
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to be able to finally feature Mr. Melvin Hurwitz being interviewed by Steve Bowersox in a discussion for everyone! This will be a FREE event. We will have light refreshments which will include desserts and beverages (coffee\, Coke\, Diet Coke\, Ginger Ale\, and water). Please arrive early. The event will start promptly at 1 pm. \nMr. Hurwitz grew up in Westminster\, MD to a family of local jewelry store owners. Melvin graduated from Westminster High School in 1942 and\, like his other three brothers\, joined the service during World War II. Mr. Hurwitz was a waist gunner and radio man on a B-17 that flew bombing missions over Europe. \nMore recently Melvin has become a bit of an international celebrity because he attended the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. \nHe will celebrate his 100th birthday in March 2025. He will share stories of his life in Westminster and beyond. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/a-century-of-memories-with-melvin-hurwitz-steve-bowersox/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: The Snowdens\, the Shellmans\, and St. John Roman Catholic Church
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Nilsson\, a top-notch researcher and Associate Professor of Chemistry at McDaniel College\, also has a growing interest in local history. Recently\, she has done in-depth research on the Snowden and Shellman families. She will share her interesting findings. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $7 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-snowdens-the-shellmans-and-st-john-roman-catholic-church/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000
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CREATED:20250224T192421Z
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Girlhood Embroidery: The History of Samplers
DESCRIPTION:Cynthia Steinhoff\, Vice President and Program Chair for the Anne Arundel Genealogical Society\, will showcase her collection of antique samplers. The sampler was a rite of passage for young girls to establish a skill and find their place in Society. An accomplished needle crafter\, and member of the Annapolis Historic Sampler Guild and Loudoun Sampler Guild\, Steinhoff co-authored Delaware Discoveries: Girlhood Embroidery\, 1750-1980\, published by Biggs Museum of American Art in 2019. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $7 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-girlhood-embroidery-the-history-of-samplers/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
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CREATED:20241218T163454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T163454Z
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: The Gettysburg Campaign in Carroll County
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kyle Wichtendahl:  General George Meade’s plan to encounter the confederate army along the banks of Pipe Creek did not materialize\, because General Lee did not cooperate. However\, the movement to Gettysburg had a profound impact on Carroll County communities. Kyle will recount the experiences of civilians and soldiers as Confederate and Union armies invaded and occupied Carroll County during the weeks surrounding the Gettysburg battle. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $7 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-gettysburg-campaign-in-carroll-county/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T130000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Six Decades of Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Mr. William Brown has spent his life first as an apartment contractor; then as the owner and rebuilder of Cascade Lake (1983-1989). For the past 30 years\, he has been the owner and developer of Quantum Internet & Telephone. Bill will be sharing stories of his 60 years as a builder and developer and talking about the changing nature of the internet. \nBill Brown serves on the Board of Trustees for the Historical Society of Carroll County. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $7 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-six-decades-of-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T160000
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CREATED:20241218T162814Z
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SUMMARY:Carroll County 188th Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This year we will celebrate the history of Westminster High School (WHS) a community staple for 125 years. Steve Bowersox will highlight the achievements of WHS and its graduates and the commitment to the community that they have made. Bring you memories to share during the celebration. \nThis is a free event and no registration is required. We will have cake and beverages to help celebrate WHS 125th and Carroll County’s 188th Birthday. We look forward to seeing everyone there! \nThe snow date for this event is Saturday\, February 1st.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/carroll-county-188th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: An Afternoon Talk with Melvin Hurwitz & Steve Bowersox
DESCRIPTION:Canceled \nMr. Hurwitz grew up in Westminster\, MD to a family of a local jewelry store owner. Melvin graduated from Westminster High School in 1942 and\, like his other three brothers\, joined the service during World War II. Mr. Hurwitz was a waist gunner and radio man on a B-17 that flew bombing missions over Europe. \nMore recently Melvin has become a bit of an international celebrity because he attended the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. \nHe will celebrate his 100th birthday in March 2025. He will share stories of his life in Westminster and beyond. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and we provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to our volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $7 for nonmembers.
URL:https://carrollcountytourism.org/event/box-lunch-talk-an-afternoon-talk-with-melvin-hurwitz-steve-bowersox/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 21 Carroll Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tourism Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Historical Society of Carroll County Maryland":MAILTO:officemanager@hsccmd.org
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