HdG Main Street News
Winner of the Antique Map Raffle!
Camay Murphy (2nd from right).
Camay Murphy is the winner of the 1878 Harford County Martinet Map. Donated by Vintage Woodworks, the map was valued at $250. The drawing took place at the Annual Havre de Grace Main Street Christmas Party on December 16th at La Banque de Fleuve. Her name was chosen from hundreds which were submitted during First Fridays and other special Havre de Grace Main Street Events. Camay is the daughter of the late, great Cab Calloway and she discovered Havre de Grace during her travels with her husband. She enjoys the historic character of Havre de Grace along with the arts and entertainment community.
New Opening in 2010
Simply Grand Design
One of our newest Havre de Grace Main Street Members, Stephen Formwalt, owns Simply Grand Events located at 454 and 456 Franklin Street. Simply Grand Events offers floral arrangements for events & weddings, showcases a gallery of local artists, and offers services from other local businesses that provide services for events.
The Art Pantheon
Located at 327 St. John Street, we celebrated the grand opening on Valentine's Day 2010. Many are amazed by the large selection of original art work, crafts, antiques and lots of antique buttons! The Art Pantheon is also on the web at artpantheon.com.
All Art Pantheon Photos by Ellie Mencer
The Painted Lady
The Painted Lady at 467 Franklin Street sells custom artwork, hand painted furniture, home accents and decor, hand crafted jewelry, apparel and accesories. How-to seminars will also be offered. The grand opening celebration was held on Friday November 20, 2009 to a packed house!
Vineyard Wine Bar Grand Opening
The ribbon cutting for the long awaited grand opening of The Vineyard Wine Bar took place on October 23, 2009 at 142 N. Washington Street. Located amidst the antique shops, art galleries, bed & breakfasts, and marinas of Havre de Grace, The Vineyard Wine Bar is a convenient stop for a glass of wine, a rewarding lunch or enjoyable dinner. Showcasing values from around the world and offering interesting and unique grape varietals, from Aglianico to Zinfandel. Their Tasting Menu offers an exciting array of tapas, light and healthy salads, assorted fresh pate, an extensive selection of artisanal cheeses, and specialty desserts…all designed to accompany the great wine selection. Coupled with the wine bar, their retail shop offers an assortment of over 230 fine wines from around the world, covering all major wine growing areas and specializing in wines that over deliver for the price. Their lounge is the perfect place to sit and relax in a comfortable living room setting, complete with a fireplace.
Pictures by B & B Photography
HdG Main Street News
And the winner is . . .
Winner of the Romantic Getaway Contest
On Tuesday, January 26, 2010, at the Havre de Grace Main Street, Inc. Annual Membership Meeting, the winner's name for the Romantic Getaway Contest was drawn. Elizabeth Thompson was the lucky winner of a Romantic Trip for Two to Historic Havre de Grace. This included:
- Accomodations at the Vandiver Inn
- A dozen roses from Amanda's Florist
- 1 lb. of chocolates from Bomboys
- Wine Tasting at the Vineyard Wine Bar
- Dinner at the Laurrapin Grille
- Brunch at MacGregor's Restaurant
- Bike Rental from Biller's Bikes
- Cruise on the Lantern Queen &
- A downtown Shopping Spree!
The Contest was sponsored by Havre de Grace Magazine, Havre de Grace Main Street, Inc. and WXCY. Congratulations Elizabeth!
Bill Watson accepts plaque of appreciation.
Thank You! to Outgoing President, Bill Watson
The Havre de Grace Main Street Membership thanks Bill Watson for his many years of serving as President of the Board with a placque and a standing ovation!