![]() ![]() “Harford Mutual Insurance Group was founded in 1842 on the principles of mutuality,” said Linkous. ![]() Steve Linkous, president and CEO of Harford Mutual Insurance Group, kicked off the fundraising by committing to match bids up to $10,000. In addition, a “raise the paddle” fundraising initiative was led by WJZ-TV’s Kristy Breslin and Harford County’s Register of Wills Derek Hopkins. The silent auction also provided getaways to New York, Montana, Ocean City and Great Wolf Lodge a children’s birthday party in the Library plus a variety of artistic treasures including legendary African American artist David Driskell’s woodcut titled "Mask and Urban Man” a Vincenti decoy a locavore dinner for six with Master Chef John Shields at Gertrude’s Chesapeake Kitchen packages from MaGerk’s on a Roll, Kona Ice and Village Mobile Bistro food trucks a crab feast complete with Yeti cooler from Madonna Seafood Restaurant a Gramophone surround sound system a mini Aston Martin for children and more. The silent auction featured a variety of exclusive, unique and one-of-a-kind experiences including an open cockpit tour of Harford County in a vintage biplane with photographer Edwin Remsberg a street naming in the town of Bel Air a catered dinner for six by Evolved Hospitality Group and a Sagamore Spirit tour and tasting experience. The evening also showcased musical entertainment by the Klassix, a mock casino, a jewelry raffle courtesy of Saxon’s Diamond Centers, an escape room and more. In the spirit of the suave and sophisticated 007, the SpyBall transported more than 650 guests to a glamorous world of mystery and intrigue with mouthwatering cuisine and an imaginative drink menu by Evolved Catering and Events. The theme, “SpyBall: Secrets in the Stacks,” celebrated the 70thĪnniversary of Ian Fleming’s James Bond novels. Proceeds from the gala will benefit the Rolling Reader, an outreach vehicle that serves the county’s most vulnerable youth by providing access to Library resources. Harford County Public Library Foundation’s 19th annual gala, “SpyBall: Secrets in the Stacks,” raised more than $100,000 net the evening of November 4 at the Abingdon Library. ![]()
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