Community Outreach
Despite the hustle and bustle of the holidays, the work of the Prayer Shawl Ministry ladies continued. Perhaps because the sort of respite many seek in the busyness of the season is putting hands and hearts on a quiet activity,…
Finding the Merry & Bright
There has been no challenge finding the merry and bright in this community. But we can always use a little more. This afternoon I look forward to the Bel Air Community Choral Concert which is freely given to all who…
Christmas at an Historic Mansion – Part 1
One hundred and twenty-plus years ago at this time of year, you would have been greeted at Liriodendron Mansion by Dr. Howard Atwood Kelly and Mrs. Laetitia Kelly. That is if they were in residence with their nine children at…
Community Christmas
Yesterday I had the most delightful afternoon joining in with other community volunteers and the local chapter of Evergreen Garden Club in Churchville, MD to help ready for Saturday's Holiday Open house at Liriodendron Mansion. We were making floral…
Gifts from Authors and Artists
First things, first! November 3rd at Liriodendron in Bel Air, MD help to Celebrate the Poetic Treatment. Drop into Liriodendron for author Mia Zinn's book of poetry launch and signing from 5 to 8pm. She is a pediatric cancer survivor.…
America’s Harvest of People
At one time the town meetinghouse was what drew people together all for a common cause - to strengthen community. The fabric of our country's foundation was laid out in meetinghouses when the early founders held important discussions of cornerstone values…
Have to See to Believe?
This summer I visited a community like no other I have ever been to. I loved every moment of the special outing with my loved ones, including my two and a half year-old granddaughter. The neighborhood, deep in the forest,…
Wheelhouse of Stimulation – Part 1
This "very young-of-mind grandmother" was so excited to arrive at the doors of the" State of Play." The kid-centric space was impeccably organized, bright and all furniture and other room appointments were functional with clean lines. Kids could easily move from…
Wheelhouses of Culture
Nearly every community has it's own cultural landmarks so when I travel, I enjoy seeing places of interest in the region where I am visiting. Included in my creative journey this summer was a visit to the Museum of the…
How Art Touches the Heart
Today, I'd like to share with you on SowtheHeart.com about an annual community art project which is a collaborative effort between painters, writers and orators. This event is in honor of a woman who was at helm of the…