Tuesday, November 20, 2012
We spoke with organizer Jim High about the annual tradition and some key vantage points.
It's not the Griswolds on the Chesapeake, but it's close. Middle River's ninth annual lighted boat parade takes to the water on Saturday. The holiday tradition will inclue as many as 55 boats decked out with lights and music. One boat, organizer Jim High said, once came with flaming dragons along for the ride. "Propane?" High suggested when asked how the dragons operated. "I don't know how they got it to work but they did work." Pyrotechnics, however, are far from unusual in some of the more elaborate holiday-themed displays. High, general manager of Baltimore Boating Center, said the annual event was first modeled off similar parades in "prestigious neighborhoods" like Annapolis, Solomons Island, Kent Narrows and the Inner Harbor. "It was…
Monday, November 12, 2012
A food drive took a bite out of hunger on Saturday in White Marsh.
McGruff the Crime Dog is used to taking a bite out of crime—but on Saturday, he helped take a bite out of hunger. Outside the White Marsh Giant grocery store on Honeygo Boulevard, officers from the White Marsh police precinct, joined by McGruff, accepted donations for the Eastern Regional Family Shelter and needy families "adopted" by the precinct. "The response has been great. People are coming right up to us asking how they help," said Sgt. Angela Mickle of the White Marsh precinct's Community Outreach Unit. "Giant has been great, they're making announcements in the store," added Officer Caitlyn Twiss. Which organizations are you supporting this holiday season? Tell us in the comments.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Send in a photo and you could win $100,000 for Perry Hall students.
Get out the lights and holly. Your decorating could net $100,000 for local schools. Patch is launching a contest to find the best dressed home. We've already had three entries, including one musical video. The winner’s school district will receive $100,000, no strings attached. Here’s how the contest works. Continuing through Dec. 26, you can nominate your home by uploading a photo to the contest entry form on the site. During that same time period, you and your neighbors will also be able to vote for your favorite festive home. The winning entry will be forwarded to a national Patch judge that will select 24 finalists. Each finalist will receive $500 they can apply to their December electric bill. From Dec. 30 through Jan. 8, you will be …
Tell us where to find the best displays of Christmas lights.
With just a few more days until Christmas, now is the time to hop in the car and check out some of the community's best displays of lights and decorations. But where should you start? That's where Patch needs your help. Tell us about the displays in your neighborhood in the comments, and while you're at it, load a photo of your decorations to Patch's "Deck the House" contest. The entry form can be found here. You could win $500 toward your electric bill and $100,000 for Perry Hall schools. With your participation, we'll know where to find the best dressed neighborhoods around Perry Hall. Thanks, and happy holidays from Patch! Where do you go to see decorations? Tell us in the comments.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Decorate your home to help Perry Hall students.
Get out the lights and holly. Your decorating could net $100,000 for local schools. Patch is launching a nationwide contest to find the best dressed home. The winner’s school district will receive $100,000, no strings attached. Here’s how the contest works. Beginning on Dec. 8 and continuing through Dec. 26, you can nominate your home by uploading a photo to the contest entry form on the site. During that same time period, you and your neighbors will also be able to vote for your favorite festive home. The winning entry will be forwarded to a national Patch judge that will select 24 finalists. Each finalist will receive $500 they can apply to their December electric bill. From Dec. 30 through Jan. 8, you will be able to vote for the Best …
Friday, December 9, 2011
Check out what's going on around Perry Hall.
Celebrate the holidays close to home with the following family activities: 1. Santa at White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company Christmas Tree Sale 2. Sl-Hay Ride To Santa at Huber's Farm 3. Festival of Lessons and Carols for Advent 4. Reindeer Trot 5. Visit Santa at White Marsh Mall Did we forget an event? Tell us in the comments.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Decorate for a good cause.
Get out the lights and holly. Your decorating could net $100,000 for local schools. Patch is launching a nationwide contest to find the best dressed home. The winner’s school district will receive $100,000, no strings attached. Here’s how the contest works. Beginning on Dec. 8 and continuing through Dec. 26, you can nominate your home by uploading a photo to the contest entry form on the site. During that same time period, you and your neighbors will also be able to vote for your favorite festive home. The winning entry will be forwarded to a national Patch judge that will select 24 finalists. Each finalist will receive $500 they can apply to their December electric bill. From Dec. 30 through Jan. 8, you will be able to vote for the Best …
Friday, December 2, 2011
There's plenty to do around Perry Hall this weekend.
This weekend is sure to deliver a wide range of holiday fun and entertainment. Follow Perry Hall Patch on Facebook and Twitter. 1. The Avenue at White Marsh Holiday Parade Candy Cane Lane at Perry Hall Florist 3. Perry Hall High PTSA Holiday Craft Show 4. Visit Santa at Chapel Hills Farm 5. Visit Santa at White Marsh Mall Did we forget an event? Tell us in the comments.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Check out what's going on around Perry Hall this weekend.
This weekend is sure to deliver a wide range of holiday fun and entertainment. Follow Perry Hall Patch on Facebook and Twitter. 1. The Avenue at White Marsh 14th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 2. Perry Hall High School Theater Department presents "Much Ado About Nothing" 3. Holiday Open House and Trollbeads Trunk Show at Carlyn Smith Creations 4. Bill Bateman's Bar Olympics 5. Perry Hall Florist 25th Annual Holiday Open House 6. Christmas in Perry Hall Craft Show 7. Visit Santa at White Marsh Mall Did we forget an event? Tell us in the comments.
Bob
12:25 pm on Sunday, November 25, 2012
It should have been a great event to watch and enjoy but, the schedule this year somehow got lost. We and 18 other were at Maryland Marina at 6:45 and was told that some came along Frog Motar Creek at least toSunset Cover but not past the marina docks at about 6:00. Is there any way to keep the parade on the posted schedule that is if it will be back in 2013??. more ›