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2010 ANNUAL

FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE

The magazine for families Frederick & Washington counties, Md. Eastern Panhandle, W.Va. Frederick & Clarke counties, Va.

In print and online

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Our editorial mission: Child Guide strives to provide families and educators with a free publication packed with good ideas and local resources for raising happy, healthy children – because we believe that being a loving guide for your child is the most important job in the world.

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WENDY C. KEDZIERSKI Founder/Editorial Consultant E-mail: Wendy@childguidemagazine.com

Articles: Easter extravaganza . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 How to hold a yard sale in five simple steps . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

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RICHARD F. TRUMP

Birthing centers, childbirth education, breastfeeding resources and support groups for after baby arrives ...

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CECILIA “CIS” RHYNE Editor

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer Guenther Suzanne Hovermale Christine Kowalski Denise M. Yearian

Arts organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Youth orchestras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Breastfeeding & birthing . . . . . . . . .22 Mom’s clubs & support groups . . .24 Local parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 State parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 National parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 School systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Home-schooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Swimming spots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Advertiser resources . . . . . . . . . . . .36

LAYOUT Cis Rhyne E-mail: Cis@childguidemagazine.com

ADVERTISING Cis Rhyne 800/989-8992 E-mail: ads@childguidemagazine.com

Regular features: From the editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Reader giveaway contest . . . . . . . . . .5 Heads Up calendar of events . . . . .42

Resource lists:

Libraries throughout the tristate area offer story times for all ages.

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Intro to summer camps . . . . . . . . . .38 Index of advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

ON OUR COVER: Many thanks to the families who agreed to let Child Guide use their children’s photos on our cover this issue. Pictured left to right beginning with the top row: Mandy of Martinsburg and Anne of Hagerstown Lily and Emma of Sterling, VA; Dane of Martinsburg; and Breanna of Winchester Alex of Fayetteville, PA; JD of Beckley, WV; and Joseph of Greencastle, PA Stay tuned — 2010 Cover Kids winners will be featured on upcoming Child Guide covers.

Thank you as well to the contributing photographers: Anna G Photography www.annagphotography.com Julie Napear Photography www.jsnphoto.com Snips and Snails Photography www.snipsandsnailsphotography.com Page 2 Annual Resource Guide 2010

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Child Guide, March/April 2010, Volume X, Issue No. 2; headquartered in Hagerstown, MD, published by MMGI Publishing, Inc. 223 N. Prospect St., Suite 203, Hagerstown, MD 21740 The design and contents are fully protected by copyright, and except as permitted by law must not be reproduced in any manner without written permission from the publisher.

Child Guide is not responsible for unsolicited material. Child Guide does not necessarily endorse businesses or organizations contained herein and reserves the right to reject any advertising that we feel is not in keeping with the philosophy and spirit of the publication.

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Starting a new chapter

BY WENDY C. KEDZIERSKI

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little over nine years ago I was helping my oldest child prepare for kindergarten and changing my youngest child’s diapers. I was also launching Child Guide.

I was blissfully ignorant of the work it would take to publish a magazine, but I knew that our region had great offerings for families, and that local parents would love a good, consolidated family niche publication to do the legwork required to search out these terrific resources.

And so, while still nursing my youngest, Child Guide was conceived.

It has been an amazing journey for me as Child Guide nears the decade mark in publishing. So it is bittersweet to see this journey come to a close. Time marches on, children get older, priorities change. And if there’s one thing that we parents learn early on, it’s flexibility.

editorial consultant when needed, answering questions and helping to foster a smooth editorial transition.

Cis has decades of publishing experience under her belt.

She loves Child Guide and has read it for years as she and her husband Steve raise their 10-year-old son, Steven. Cis has helped raise stepchildren from age 8 to adulthood, adopted her daughter Krystal through foster care, and has a new granddaughter, Rebecca. A passionate parent, she has volunteered in her son's schools, participated in PTA and is active in her church and local ministries. In her spare time she loves to read, camp and spend time with her family.

Child Guide’s editorial mission as stated in every issue will remain the same: Child Guide strives to provide families and educators with a free publication packed with good ideas and local resources for raising happy, healthy children – because we believe that being a loving guide for your child is the most important job in the world.

I feel so blessed to have had an outlet to express my commitment to family and community. I also feel privileged to have worked side by side with like-minded colleagues and to have met so many others who are committed to collectively helping raise our region’s children along the way.

Editor Cis Rhyne is enthusiastic about Child Guide’s purpose and is eager to hear from readers to learn what is important to local parents. Please feel free to email her your ideas and suggestions: cis@childguidemagazine.com.

About a year ago I sold Child Guide to MMGI Publishing.

Although I remained on temporarily as editor, it is now time to turn over the reigns to Cecilia “Cis” Rhyne. I will still act as an

I hope that in some small way, somewhere along the way, Child Guide will continue to benefit your family. It’s why I started it – and I thank you for joining me!

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Enter to win Child Guide’s March/April giveaway ... times two!

Double your chance to win!

OPEN HOUSES March 11 • 7 PM Meet the Teachers (K, 1st & Middle) April 20 • 9:30-11 AM

Two DVD titles that are perfect for the upcoming spring season, VeggieTales Pistachio: The Little Boy That Woodn’t and Classic Media’s Here Comes Peter Cottontail.

Drawing 1: Here Comes Peter Cottontail Peter Cottontail wants to be the #1 Chief Easter Bunny and everyone in April Valley agrees…except for his archrival, evil Irontail.

Hop along with Peter and his friends as they race through time celebrating all of your favorite holidays to deliver the most eggs… and save Easter for children everywhere! SRP: $9.93

Drawing 2: VeggieTales Pistachio: The Little Boy That Woodn’t A Lesson in Listening to Your Parents Father “noses” best: Once upon a time, a lonely toymaker named Gelato, decided to carve a little boy out of wood.

Imagine his surprise when he learned this little toy boy could walk, talk and definitely had a mind of his own! When Pistachio tries to do things his way, he lands in a “whale” of a situation. Will he decide to listen to the wisdom of a loving father in time to save his whole family from becoming fish food? SRP: $14.93 Thanks to Big Idea for the contribution of VeggieTales and to Classic Media for Peter Cottontail.

Now you can enter online by visiting www.childguidemagazine.com and clicking on the “Feedback” option. Complete the online form and under “Comments,” type “March/April giveaway entry.”

Deadline for drawing 1, Peter Cottontail, is March 22.

Deadline for drawing 2, VeggieTales, is April 12.

Please enter my name in the drawing for the March/April Child Guide giveaway. (One entry per household, please.)

Entries must be received by March 22 to be eligible for drawing 1 or by April 12 for drawing 2.

Mail forms to Child Guide, Attn: March/April giveaway, 223 N. Prospect St., Suite 203, Hagerstown, MD 21740.

Name _______________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________ Address _____________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ By submitting this form, entrants have given permission for their names and cities of residence to be published in Child Guide magazine.

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ATTENTION

S U M M E R CA M P S !

SUBMIT YOUR FREE LISTING Child Guide is continuing to compile our comprehensive list of camps for the upcoming May/June Summer Camps issue.

If your organization is sponsoring a camp, we invite you to submit information to Child Guide for this free listing.

The deadline for submission is Friday, April 2.

Send your camp information via e-mail to cis@ childguidemagazine.com in the format shown below.

Name of camp: Location, including street address: Dates/times: Age limits: Cost: Registration/contact information: Brief description: We will run as much information as space allows.

An Introduction to Summer Camps begins on page 39 of this issue allowing readers to start planning for summer break, which isn’t as far off as it might seem. May/June’s issue will include additional camp listings as well as a feature story on unique summer camps in our area.

Child Guide, a free publication, is distributed to more than 200 sites, including stores, libraries, hospitals, real estate and doctors’ offices, and elementary schools in seven districts. We are also online in digital magazine form. If you would like to learn more about our publication, go to www.childguidemagazine.com.

If you are interested in advertising, please call 800/989-8992 or send an e-mail to ads@childguidemagazine.com

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How to hold a yard sale in five simple steps 1. Decide on a date: A deadline will motivate you.

2. Cut through the clutter: Sort to keep, trash or sell.

3. Price to sell: Avoid bringing back inside later.

4. Advertise: Use newspaper, Craigslist, and online community calendars.

5. Signage: Be consistent and be bold!

1. Deciding on the right date is crucial for a good yard sale turnout. After the long, hard winter, folks will be anxiously awaiting a good yard sale. If you live in a community that has an annual or semi-annual yard sale, it’s easiest to wait until it is held. That way, most of your promotion work and signage to the community will be taken care of for you. However, if your neighborhood doesn’t hold a mass sale or you don’t want to wait, schedule as early in the season as possible. By holding ours the first weekend of March last year, many folks found us simply because there wasn’t much competition. The 45 degrees temperature that day didn’t seem to matter, but rain will definitely put a damper on things. Plan a rain date and include it in your ads.

2. Going through your things is more fun — and productive — with a friend or spouse not emotionally attached to the items up for consideration. What you use often, or means too much to you to part with, put in the “keep” category. If broken, stained or recalled, you should “trash” or recycle. Shred any unneeded or sensitive paperwork. Outgrown or otherwise no longer needed items which are still useful, go in the “sell” category. Deciding whether to sell on eBay, consign or yard sale, depends on the next step — pricing.

3. Yard salers are looking for deals. Unless you are willing to let everything go for a dollar or less, you will need to spend some time

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researching current retail or secondary market values for your treasures. This allows you to price them to your advantage, while still offering too-good-to-pass-up values for your visitors. For items still being sold at retail stores, use a price comparison website like shopping.com or a big online retailer like Walmart.com. You should price items that are in excellent condition at no more than a quarter to a third of new value.

Even if you are offering a never-opened item, you can’t offer a return policy or a warranty, so do not expect to get anywhere near retail prices.

For vintage or other discontinued items, compare to completed auctions on eBay.com.

Identify items that deserve some special attention. What routinely sells on eBay for more than half of what it was new, consider trying to sell there. Or, you can consign with a shop that specializes in those particular items. If you want to try to sell these items at your yard sale first, remember selling through eBay or a consignment shop will have additional costs. Be willing to negotiate lower than what your research showed, and you will still come out ahead.

4. Promote your yard sale effectively using your area’s goto classified section as well as free online classifieds. The newspaper is costly, so be brief, but hit all the key information including: address (w/ cross street or community name), date (and rain date), a few applicable keywords (tools, antiques, toys are always popular) and contact info (phone number, email or, even

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better, a website). Post a list of your best items, including pictures, using Craigslist.com and other websites.

5. Poor signage can sabotage the hard work you have invested, so allot enough time to do it right. Make your signs using a bold, black magic marker and thick poster board or cardboard. All signs should look similar, so people following them will know they are on the right trail. The signs are NOT for details. A simple “Yard Sale MM/DD” and an arrow pointing the way is all most drivers will be able to read in passing. Put them out up to five days before your event. If it rains, check to make sure the signs are still legible the day before. Be sure to collect them right after the sale is over.

On the day of your big event, be sure to have enough change and some recycled plastic bags to hold purchases. Be willing to negotiate. Too low an offer first thing in the morning? Ask for a phone number in case you don’t get closer to your asking price by the end of the sale.

Remember, you want to sell the stuff, not bring it back into the house. What to do with the inevitable leftovers? Donate — some charities will even pickup! For the more valuable items only, set up an appointment with your favorite consignment shop.

Jennifer Guenther is a co-owner of Enkore Kids, LLC, mother and avid yard saler.

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A dynamic, exciting, progressive martial arts system.

Ages 4 - Adults Offering Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Grappling, Self Defense, Weapons, Confidence, Self-Discipline, Courage & Respect.

Located in downtown Martinsburg, WV

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help give every baby a healthy start! the walk starts at marchforbabies.org for more information call 304-263-2003 or email sjanelle@marchofdimes.com Berkeley County Saturday, April 24 War Memorial Park

Jefferson County Saturday, May 8 Morgan Grove Park

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Swim! Hike! Cook! Explore! Create!

Camp Highlights: Art * Castle Life * Hawaii Olympics * Under the Sea * And More!

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Easter

Extravaganza

BY DENISE MORRISON YEARIAN

Crackin the facts…

Cascarone Craze

ggs have been used during Easter celebrations for over two thousand years. But even before the egg was associated with this holiday, it was an honored part of spring festivals. Just as the egg holds life within its shell, ancient cultures used it as a representation of the earth’s rebirth after a long, cold winter. With the advent of Christianity, the egg’s symbolism changed to represent not nature’s birth but the rebirth of man, the essential belief of Easter.

Items needed: empty egg shells; egg cartons; dye; funnel; confetti; scissors; 2 ½-square pieces of tissue paper; glue.

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People have been dyeing and decorating eggs for centuries. But the most famous Easter eggs were those designed by goldsmith Peter Carl Fabrege, who was commissioned by nineteenth-century Russian Czar Alexander to produce a richly ornamented jeweled egg as a gift for his wife Maria. Upon receiving the egg, Maria was so pleased she ordered eggs to be designed and delivered every Easter. Years later, Alexander’s son, Nicholas II, continued the tradition.

Cascarones, also known as confetti eggs, originated in Old Mexico.

Several weeks in advance, begin saving egg shells. When cracking open a raw egg, break around the upper section of the shell. Peel the opening so the hole is no more than 1-inch around. Remove the egg.

Rinse the shell, let it dry hole side down then store it in an empty carton. When you have a dozen empty egg shells, dye them using the conventional or natural method.

This year Easter falls on April 4. Crack open your calendar and peel away some time for these “egg-stra” special activities.

When dry, place the eggs back into the carton with the hole side up.

Use a funnel to fill each egg about half full with confetti. Apply glue to the outer edges of a 2 ½-inch square tissue paper and cover the holes. On Easter give everyone a confetti-filled egg, then follow tradition by chasing each other around and cracking the egg on one another’s head for good luck. Better yet, use them for egg tosses, relay races and other games.

Earthy Egg Heads

Threaded Egg

Items needed: egg shells; permanent markers; dirt or potting soil; grass seed; toilet paper roll; stickers.

Items needed: balloon; watered down glue; disposable bowl; paintbrush; crochet thread.

Crack a raw egg around the upper section of the shell. Peel the opening and remove the egg. Rinse the shell and let it dry. Carefully draw a face on the front of the egg. Now fill it half full with dirt.

Sprinkle grass seed on top and cover with a little more dirt. To make a base for your egg head, cut off a small section of the toilet paper roll and decorate with markers and/or stickers. Place the egg on the base. Every day sprinkle a little water over the dirt. Within a week or so “hair” will begin to grow.

Blow up a balloon, tie it off and attached a two-foot long piece of crochet thread at the knot. Use a paintbrush to cover the balloon with watered down glue. Wrap the thread around the balloon in one direction leaving small gaps so the balloon isn’t completely covered.

Cut off another section of thread and set aside. Add another layer of glue over the existing thread and balloon. Now take the second strand of thread and wind it around the balloon, this time in the other direction. Repeat these steps until you have four layers of thread covering the balloon. Hang the balloon upside down to dry. When completely dry, pop the balloon and carefully remove it without pulling at the thread. Hang up the threaded egg for decoration.

Edible Egg Dye Items needed: empty egg shells; vinegar; six pans; natural dyes (purple grape juice [purple], blueberries [blue], spinach leaves [green], lemon peel or ground cumin [yellow], yellow onion skins [orange], cranberries [pink]).

Add one natural dye ingredient to each pan, along with water and bring to a boil. Let it cool. Strain the dye ingredient so only liquid is left. Place egg shells in each pan along with the colored dye. Add enough water and two teaspoons of white vinegar to cover the eggs (note do not add vinegar to the pan that had onion skins). Bring each pot to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Let the eggs sit until they reach the desired color then remove from the pans and let dry.

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In preparation for the holiday, check out these subject-related books: +The Berenstain Bears’ Easter Surprise by Stan & Jan Berenstain +The Big Egg Hunt by Suzanne Weyn +The Birds’ Gift: A Ukrainian Easter Story by Eric A. Kimmel +An Easter Celebration: Traditions and Customs from Around the World by Pamela Kennedy +The Easter Story by Brian Wildsmith +Easter Parade by Eloise Greenfield +The Egg Tree by Katherine Milhous Denise Morrison Yearian is the former editor of two parenting magazines and the mother of three children.

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Parent/Child Classes at The Little Gym. A beneficial program for infants and toddlers. Moms and dads join in the exploration of basic motor skills while encouraging their kids to listen, observe, and interact.

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Make any gathering special with a customized, LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION. We travel to your birthday party, local library, school, fair, or other event.

Everyone has fun while learning about animals! Choose from over 15 species.

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www.crittersandconservation.com or call 304-725-3200 for more information Come meet some of our animals at the Martinsburg Mall on Saturday, March 27, during Operation Tadpole's "Amazon Adventure"

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2010 Family Resource Guide We’re all in this together!

Child Guide strives to provide families and educators with a free publication packed with good ideas and local resources for raising happy, healthy children.

Being a good parent is a daunting goal, but remember: you’re not in this alone!

This issue of Child Guide brings you a multitude of resources to enrich your family life – because we believe that being a loving guide for your child is the most important job in the world.

And we’re here to help. Turn the page and start planning!

Children’s Day at the Martinsburg Mall

Saturday, March 27 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Amazon Adventure and h t u l yo izations a c o L rgan o l o scho and t r a s-on vities d n a H acti t f a cr

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Giant Bounces

Games

will be there! Come see us for giveaways & drawings!

Operation Tadpole is a collaboration of early childhood providers in the Eastern Panhandle. For information please call RESA 8 at 304-267-3595.

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2010 Family Resource Guide Mansion House at 301/797-6813. www.valleyartassoc.com.

Arts MARYLAND Maryland Symphony Orchestra, 30 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Western Maryland’s only professional orchestra, founded in 1982 by a small group of Washington County music lovers, turned a dream into reality and has grown to provide a variety of programs, including family, Salute to Independence, Pops, holiday and MasterWorks concerts. 301/797-4000 or www.marylandsymphony.org.

The Maryland Theatre, 21-27 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Built in 1915, damaged by fire in 1974, and reopened in 1978, the theater offers performances by country artists, comedians, orchestras and other musicians, as well as recitals and children’s shows. Ticket office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 301/790-2000. For information about programs and rental, call 301/790-3500. www.mdtheatre.org.

Valley Art Association, The Mansion House Art Center, 501 Highland Way, City Park, Hagerstown. An association of painters, sculptors, woodcarvers, photographers and other artists. Offers classes and workshops.

Open business meeting with art demonstration and refreshments on fourth Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. Call the

Washington County Playhouse, 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Located in downtown Hagerstown, the theater has entertained Tri-State audiences since 1987. Open for performances Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m.

301/739-7469.

Washington County Arts Council, 14 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Enriching the cultural, social and economic life of the community through nurturing the arts since 1968, the council serves residents of all ages, and provides programming, technical assistance, funding opportunities and encouragement to arts organizations and individual artists. 301/791-3132 or www.washcoartscouncil.org.

Potomac Playmakers, The Academy Theater, 58 E. Washington St., Hagerstown.

A Hagerstown fixture for more than 80 years, the Potomac Playmakers blend a unique group of talented entertainers into an evolving series of fun shows. Four or more shows per year. 301/797-8182 or www.potomacplaymakers.com.

Hagerstown Choral Arts, 15 S. Mulberry St., Hagerstown. An auditioned, community, volunteer chorus dedicated to the highest level of choral music. Performs sacred and secular music from a variety of musical periods, styles and cultures. Conducted by Gregory P. Shook, the group is entering its 17th season and continues to grow in size, skill and variety with an average 75 members per season. 301/665-9424 or www.hagerstownchoralarts.org.

Cultural Arts Center of Frederick County, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Housed in the former McCrory’s dime store and acquired by the Frederick Arts Council in 1998, the community arts center offers a venue where artists of every discipline can work, rehearse, perform, teach classes and conduct workshops. Open Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with frequent evening and weekend performances. 301/6624190 or www.frederickartscouncil.org.

Frederick Arts Council, 15 W Patrick St., Frederick. The umbrella arts organization for Frederick County, the arts council promotes, supports, and advocates the arts through grants to community groups and schools,

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workshops, marketing, and other capacity building initiatives. 301/662-4190 or www.frederickartscouncil.org.

Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Begun in 1997, the ensemble is dedicated to creating and producing theater with professional resident artists and visionaries in the art of theater. Offers FunCamp, a two-week theater experience for ages 7 to 16 that introduces all of the elements of theater, including acting, voice and movement, stage makeup, set design, prop construction and costume design. 301/ 694-4744 or www.marylandensemble.org.

Mid-Maryland Performing Arts Center, 5901 Enterprise Court, Frederick. Founded in 1989, the center is a 5,000-square-foot professional training facility with three studios with state-of-the-art flooring, a large lobby and waiting area with restrooms, locker rooms, a homework area, vending machines and ample parking. New center also opened in New Market at 5 W. Main St. 301/694-5105 or www.mmpac.com.

Frederick Symphony Orchestra, Kussmaul Theater, Arts and Student Center, Frederick Community College, Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. Founded in 1997, the orchestra performs a series of concerts each year that include classical masterworks, music by contemporary composers and pops, and also provides educational programs. 301/ 663-8476 or www.frederickorchestra.org.

Maryland Shakespeare Festival, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. New playhouse opened at 8 W. Second St., Frederick.

Founded in 1999, the professional, innovative and classic theater provides free outdoor performances of Shakespearean plays each summer, as well as the Riotous Youth (kids’ programs) available for ages 10 to 17 year-round, and Shakespeare Alive! and Camp Shakespeare. 301/668-4090 or www.mdshakes.org.

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre and Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. A member of the performing arts community since the 1990s as The Keynote Dinner Theatre, it reopened in 1995 with new owners under the current name, with entertainment venues combining fine dining with live stage shows. 301/662-6600 or www.wayoffbroadway.com. www.childguidemagazine.com

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Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. A showcase for performing arts, the center provides dramatic, musical, artistic and educational programs. Box office open Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and one hour before each show.

301/228-2828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. The center offers classes in a variety of artistic media, free workshops, summer camps and exhibits. Classes for adults and children. Open daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 301/6980656 or www.delaplaine.org.

Thurmont Thespians, 15 North Church, Thurmont. Founded in 1998

by Beth Royer Watson, the group annually presents a summer music theater workshop for children and teens that culminates in a weekend of performances. All who audition and attend rehearsals get an onstage role. Actors learn about a local charity, and all of the profits from the performances are donated to that charity. The group is supported by St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, which provides artistic space. 301/416-0864; e-mail beth.watson@ myactv.net; or www.thurmontthespians.org.

Mount St. Mary’s University Chamber Choir, Department of Visual and Performing Arts, Mount St. Mary’s University, Emmitsburg.

Performs classical sacred music. 301/447-5308 or www.msmary.edu.

VIRGINIA Shenandoah Conservatory, 1460 University Drive, Shenandoah University, Winchester. The conservatory is the oldest of Shenandoah University’s five schools. It produces 300 plays, dances, concerts and recitals a year. Features a children’s theater during the academic year. Summer programs include Shenandoah Summer Music Theater, Shenandoah Performs festival and a two-week performing arts camp.

Many student recitals and some concerts are free. 540/665-4569 or www.su.edu/conservatory.

Winchester Little Theatre, 315 W. Boscawen St., Winchester.

Organized in 1929, the theater troupe produces plays on a threesided stage. Summer children’s workshop for middle-schoolers teaches theater experience, building sets, acting skills, etc., and culminates in a production. 540/662-3331; e-mail wlt@wltline.org; or www.wltonline.org.

Shenandoah Arts Council, 811 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Fosters awareness and appreciation of the community’s cultural heritage, showcases local artists and art organizations, strengthens arts education in the community, and celebrates and develops the region as a center of artistic exploration, exchange and education. 540/6675166 or www.shenarts.org.

year, including musicals, dramas, comedies, mysteries and a summer youth production. 304/263-6766 or www.apollo-theatre.org.

Arts & Humanities Alliance of Jefferson County, Shepherdstown.

The alliance supports a vital, active cultural life as an integral component of our community; takes pride in the heritage of the community; and encourages the creative spirit. AHA! also supports projects for children in and outside the school environment. Open meeting on third Monday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Fire Hall Gallery in Charles Town. 304/283-2467 or www.ahajc.org.

Morgan Arts Council, Berkeley Springs. Established in 1977, the council has produced more than 1,000 programs with 2,400 artists.

Presentations offered since 1996 in the Ice House, a former apple storage facility downtown, include concerts, arts workshops, pageants, craft studio tours, professional art shows, storytellers, theater and video festivals. MAC also offers Art from the Start, for ages 18 months to 5 years, and Youth Arts, for ages 5 and older. 304/2582300 or www.macicehouse.org.

Shepherd University Department of Music, Shepherdstown. Housed in the Frank Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the department presents concerts, musical theater and recitals. 800/344-5231, ext.

5555, or 304/876-5555; or www.shepherd.edu/musicweb.

Shepherd University’s Department of Contemporary Art and Theater, Shepherdstown. Housed in the Center for Contemporary Art and the Frank Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the department presents exhibitions, theatrical performances, the Contemporary American Theater Festival, and workshops and lectures on a variety of related subjects. 304-876-5224; or www.Shepherd.edu or www.catf.org.

Shepherdstown Music & Dance, Shepherdstown. Building community through music and dance, the organization offers monthly concerts, contra dances, Morris dances and a May Day dance.

304/263-2531 or www.smad.us.

The Arts Centre, 300 W. King St., Martinsburg. The center provides educational opportunities in the arts and a variety of events, including exhibits, a Holiday Show & Sale, Feast for the Arts, and the Annual Wine & Arts Festival. 304/263-0224 or www.theartcentre.org.

Old Opera House Theatre Company, 204 N. George Street, Charles Town. The oldest operating theater in the state of West Virginia. Built in 1910 and operated by the OOH Theatre Company since the early 1970s, this facility has a rich tradition of bringing Broadway-style musicals, dramas and comedies to the Eastern Panhandle and surrounding community. Offers a full dance studio, art gallery and classes for children throughout the year. 304/725-4420 or 888/900SHOW; or www.oldoperahouse.org.

Wayside Theatre, 7853 Main St., Middletown. The professional theater offers professional performances that entertain, challenge and educate. Education in Action program for middle to high school students features two productions (fall and spring). The Young Performers Workshop holds fall, winter and spring classes, which end with a public recital. YPW summer camps also end with a public recital. 540/869-1776 or www.waysidetheatre.org.

WEST VIRGINIA Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., Martinsburg. Begun in 1973 in the Apollo Building, troupes produce six main-stage shows each

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2010 Family Resource Guide Youth orchestras

Berkeley County Strings Program

Shenandoah Valley Youth Orchestra

The Berkeley County Strings Program offers three orchestras:

Provides musical training for string players ages 8 to 18 from Winchester and the surrounding counties in Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. The Chamber Orchestra and Youth Orchestra rehearse weekly during the school year and perform three concerts. Chamber orchestra musicians may participate in the Virginia Regional and AllState Orchestras, as well as in the Shenandoah University Orchestra.

• Beginner Orchestra: For second- and third-year string musicians, mostly fifth- and sixth-graders. No auditions required.

• Advanced Orchestra: For third-year string musicians and higher, mostly sixth- to eighth-graders. Auditions required on the Saturday before school starts in August.

• High School Orchestra/School Community Orchestra: For all high school-age string, wind and percussion musicians with at least three years of playing experience, high-performing eighth-graders, and adults who are staff or service personnel of area schools. No auditions required, but seating is at conductor’s discretion.

There are no fees for Berkeley County students to participate in the string program or orchestras. Out-of-county students pay a yearly fee of $180 to participate in all Berkeley County string events.

For more information, call Eva Price at 304/263-2916 or go to www.bc-strings.org.

Shepherd University Preparatory Orchestra The Shepherd Preparatory Orchestra is celebrating its 12th season at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, WV The orchestra is made up of students from Washington County, MD, and Berkeley and Jefferson counties in WV. • Junior String Orchestra: Open to elementary and middle school students with at least 1-1/2 years experience who play at an advanced-beginner or intermediate level.

• Senior Orchestra: For students in grades nine through twelve, as well as middle school students who play at an advanced level.

Auditions required.

Each group presents two concerts during the school year. There is a $125 fee per semester to participate.

For more information, call Lisa Oswald at 304/876-5555; e-mail loswald@shepherd.edu or see www.shepherd.edu/musicweb and click on “preparatory.”

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• Chamber Orchestra rehearses Mondays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. during the school year.

• Youth Orchestra rehearses Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

A concert is scheduled for May 4 at 7 p.m. in Armstrong Concert Hall.

For information about fees or to audition, call 540/665-4602 or go to www.su.edu/conservatory/scaa.

Frederick Regional Youth Orchestra For students in elementary through high school who have played their instruments for about one year. Groups rehearse during the school year and perform four concerts per season. Auditions required.

• Chamber Strings rehearse Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Frederick Church of the Brethren, 201 Fairview Ave. in Frederick. For beginner string players.

• Symphonia rehearses Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Frederick Church of the Brethren. For strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion.

• Wind Ensemble rehearses Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Frederick Church of the Brethren. For brass, woodwinds and percussion.

• Philharmonic rehearses Mondays from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at Frederick Church of the Brethren. For strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion.

Concerts are scheduled for March 12 and May 22 at Frederick Community College’s Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932 Oppossumtown Pike, Frederick.

For information about cost and auditions, call 301/695-1187 or see www.fryo.org.

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Story times: Babies with Books, for ages 24 months and younger with an adult, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.; Two Terrific!

For 2-year-olds with an adult, 1st, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.; preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5 with an adult, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.; Family Story Time, for all ages with an adult, Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Libraries

Middletown Branch Library, 101 Prospect St., Middletown, MD Phone: 301/371-7560 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, for ages 24 months and younger, first and second Mondays at 11 a.m.; Two’s Company, for 2-year-olds with an adult, monthly on 1st Wednesday at 11 a.m.; preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Wednesday, 1 p.m. and Thursday, 11 a.m. Registration required.

FREDERICK COUNTY, MD Frederick County Public Libraries http://fcpl.org Brunswick Branch Library, 915 North Maple Ave., Brunswick, MD Phone: 301/834-9065 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, ages 24 months and younger, Monday, 10 a.m.; Time for Twos, for 2-year-olds with an adult, Monday, 10:30 a.m.; Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.; Family Story Time for all ages, Thursday, 7 p.m.

Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont, MD Phone: 301/600-7200 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, for ages birth to 24 months, Monday and Tuesday, 10:15 a.m.; Time for Twos, Monday and Tuesday at 11:15 a.m.; Preschool storytime, for ages 3 to 5 with an adult, Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; Wiggle Giggle Storytime, Wednesday at 10:15 and 11 a.m.; Spanish Storytime, Thursday at 10:15 a.m.; Infants & Toddlers Storytime, for ages birth to 36 months with an adult, 2nd Wednesday monthly at 11:15 a.m. Registration required.

C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD Phone: 301/600-1630; TTY: 301/631-3787 Hours: Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, Tuesday, 10:15 a.m. for ages 12 months and younger, 11 a.m. for ages 12 to 24 months, 11:40 a.m. for ages 24 months and younger, and Thursday, 2:30 p.m. for ages 24 months and younger; Time for Twos, for 2-year-olds with an adult, Monday, 10:30 and 11:15 a.m., registration required; preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.; Wiggle Giggle Storytime!, for ages 2 to 5 with an adult, Wednesday, 10:15 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Starlight Family Story Time for all ages Monday, 7 p.m. and Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.; Bilingual Spanish Story Time, ages 6 and younger, second Friday, 11 a.m.

Edward F. Fry Memorial Library, 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks, MD Phone: 301/874-4560 Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 4 to 9 p.m.; Tuesday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Story times: Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Tuesday, 11 a.m.; Story Time in Your Jammies, for ages 3 to 6 with an adult, Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD Phone: 301/600-6329 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. www.childguidemagazine.com

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2010 Family Resource Guide required; Family Story Time for all ages, Thursday, 7 p.m.; Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 5, Friday, 11 a.m.; Saturday Story Time, for all ages, Saturday, 11 a.m.; Bilingual Story Time, Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Libraries: continued from page 15 Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick, MD Phone: 301/600-7000 Hours: Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, for ages 24 months and younger, Monday at 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 3 p.m., registration required; Time for Twos, for 2-year-olds with an adult, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. and Thursday, 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 3 p.m.; Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. and Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.; Bedtime Story Time for ages 0 to 12 with an adult, Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

Walkersville Branch Library, 57 W. Frederick St., Walkersville, MD Phone: 301/845-8880 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Babies with Books, for ages 24 months and younger, Mondays 10:30 a.m.; Tales for Toddlers, for age 2 with an adult, Tuesday, 10 am and 11 a.m.; Preschool Story Time, for ages 3 to 5 with an adult, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:30 a.m.; Books at Bedtime, for ages 3 and older with an adult, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, MD Washington County Free Library System: www.washcolibrary.org Central Library, 100 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD Phone: 301/739-3250 Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Story times: Infant time, for ages 6 months to 18 months, Wednesday 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., registration required; Toddler Time, for ages 18 months to 36 months, Monday, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., registration

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Boonsboro Free Library, 401 Potomac St., Boonsboro, MD Phone: 301/432-5723 Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Story time: Toddler Time, for ages 18 months to 3 years, Tuesday, 11 a.m.; preschool story time, for ages 3 and older, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.; Lap Sit, for ages 18 months and younger, Friday, 11 a.m.; Story Time, for all ages, Saturday, 11 a.m.

Hancock War Memorial Library, 220 Park Road, Hancock, MD Phone: 301/678-5300 Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Story time: Preschool story time, for ages 3 and older, Wednesday, 1 p.m.; Toddler time, for ages 36 months and younger, Friday, 10:30 a.m.

Keedysville Library, Taylor Park, Keedysville, MD Phone: 301/432-6641 Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon Story times: Stories for all ages, 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 3 to 4 p.m.

Leonard P. Snyder Library, 12624 Broadfording Rd., Clear Spring, MD Phone: 301/842-2730 Hours: Tuesday,Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday, 3 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Story times: Toddler Time, for ages 2 to 5, Friday, 11:30 a.m.; Elementary story time, for grades kindergarten through five, Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.

Sharpsburg Public Library, 106 E. Main St., Sharpsburg, MD Phone: 301/432-8825 Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Story times: Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Thursday, 3:30 p.m.; Lap Sit/Toddler Time, third Thursday of every month, 3 p.m.

Smithsburg Library, 66 Water St, Smithsburg, MD Phone: 301/824-7722 Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Story times: Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Friday, 11 a.m.; Toddler story time, for ages 18 to 36 months, Thursday, 11 a.m.; Saturday Story Time, for all ages, Saturday, 11:30 a.m.; Infant Story Time, for infants 6 to 18 months, Wednesday, 11 a.m.

Williamsport Memorial Library, 104 E. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD Phone 301/223-7027 Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Story times: Lap Sit, for ages 3 and younger, second Tuesday, 10:30 a.m.; Children’s Storytime, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.

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WINCHESTER, VA, AREA Handley Regional Library System: www.hrl.lib.state.va.us Clarke County Library, 101 Chalmers Ct., Suite C, Berryville, VA Phone: 540/955-5144 Hours: Monday through Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Story time: Preschool story time, Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. Call to confirm times and dates.

Handley Regional Library, 100 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester, VA Phone: 540/662-9041 Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Toddler story time, Monday and Thursday, 10:15 a.m.; preschool story time, Monday, Thursday and Saturday, 11 a.m. Call for information about infant and P.J. story times.

Mary Jane and James L. Bowman Library, 871 Tasker Drive, Stephens City, VA Phone: 540/869-9000 Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story times: Preschool story time, Wednesday, 11 a.m.

BERKELEY COUNTY, WV Martinsburg-Berkeley County Public Library, 101 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV Phone for main library: 304/267-8933 Phone for Children’s Department: 304/267-8288 Website: www.youseemore.com/martinsburgberkeley Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Story times: Wee Ones, for ages 23 months and younger, requires registration, Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.; Early Birds, for ages 2 and older accompanied by an adult, Thursday and Friday, 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.; Rockin’ Robins, for ages 3 and older unaccompanied by an adult, Thursday and Friday, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; SOS (Stories on Saturday) for ages 3 & up, Saturday, 10:30 a.m., no registration required; Evening Story Time for all ages, first and third Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., no registration required.

Musselman-South Berkeley Community Library, Musselman High School, US 11, Inwood, WV Phone: 304/229-2220 Website: martsubhub.lib.wv.us/SouthBerkeley/default.htm Hours: Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (summer hours, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.); Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Parking for library patrons is in the lot at the north side of the school.

Story times: Preschool story and craft, for ages 2 to 5, Wednesday and Thursday, 10:30 a.m., registration required.

Naylor Memorial Public Library, 105 Potato Hill St., Hedgesville, WV Phone: 304/754-3949 Hours: Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Monday, 1 to 8:30 p.m.; Tuesday, through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Story time: Preschool story time, for ages 3 to 5, Tuesday, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., spring and fall, registration required. www.childguidemagazine.com

North Berkeley Public Library, 1255 T.J. Jackson Drive in Spring Mills, Falling Waters, WV Phone: 304/274-3443 Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 10 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Story time: Preschool story time and craft, for ages 2 to 5, Thursday and Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m.

JEFFERSON COUNTY, WV Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library, 151 Polk St., Harpers Ferry, WV Phone: 304/535-2301. Web site: www.youseemore.com/bhf Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Story times: Lap Babies, Thursday, 10:10 a.m. and Friday, 10:10 and 11 a.m.; preschool, Thursday, 11 a.m., registration required; homeschooled class, first Wednesday, 11 a.m.

Old Charles Town Library, 200 E. Washington St., Charles Town, WV Phone: 304/725-2208. Web site: www.ctlibrary.org Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 1 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Story time: Monday, 10:30 a.m.

Shepherdstown Public Library, 100 W. German Street, Shepherdstown, WV Phone: 304/876-2783. Website: www.lib.shepherdstown.wv.us Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Story times: Lap Babies, Monday, 10:15 to 11 a.m.; Wonderful Ones, Monday, 11:15 a.m. to noon; Time for Twos, Monday, 11:15 to 12 noon; Threes, Fours and Fives, Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and 1 pm to 1:45 p.m.; after-school program for ages 6 to 12, Wednesday, 4 to 4:45 p.m.; Fantastic Reading Club, Monday, 2 to 2:45 p.m.; Teen Book Club, call for more information. Registration required.

South Jefferson Public Library, 49 Church St., Summit Point, WV Phone: 304/725-6227. Web site: www.sojeffersonlibrary.com Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.

Story times: Preschool story time, Tuesday, 11 a.m. and Wednesday, 1 p.m.

MORGAN COUNTY, WV Morgan County Public Library, 105 Congress St., Berkeley Springs, WV Phone: 304/258-3350. Website: www.mocolibrary.com Hours: Monday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Story time: For all ages with an adult, Monday, 11 a.m.

Paw Paw Public Library, 250 Moser Ave., Paw Paw, WV Phone: 304/947-7013. Website: www.pawpawpubliclibrary.com Hours: Monday, noon to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon.

Story time: Story and craft, Friday, 10 to 10:30 a.m.

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2010 Family Resource Guide appointment only. Closed January through March. Adults, $3; senior citizens, $2; ages 6 to 12, $1; babies, free. 301/739-8393 or www.hagerhouse.org.

The Mansion House, 501 Highland Way, City Park, Hagerstown. Built in 1846 by John Heyser, the bricks of the massive Georgian house were made from the mud of the estate lake. The Mansion House Art Center offers classes and a meeting place for the Valley Art Association. Works of many artists are on display in the mansion. Open Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. December tree lighting with music and light refreshments.

301/797-6813 or www.hagerstownmd.org/ Parks_Rec/mansionHouse.asp.

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Museums MARYLAND Christian Heritage Museum, 14111 Pennsylvania Ave., Hagerstown. A privately owned collection of historic Bibles, books, manuscripts, sermon notes and documents of Christian history, gathered for over 25 years in order to preserve, protect, educate, motivate and inspire others to live for Christ.

Open by appointment only. 877/313-9002 or www.christianheritagemuseum.com.

Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. This hands-on learning museum includes exhibits that promote science, technology and history through displays and programs that are educational and entertaining. Included is Hagerstown’s Aviation Museum, Triceratops exhibit, C&O Canal exhibit, NIH/NEI VISION exhibit, Titanic exhibit and NASA/APL space exhibit. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. (Dec. through May).

301/790-0076, 877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

The Hager House Museum, 110 Key St., City Park, Hagerstown. Built in 1739 by Jonathan Hager, the city founder, the house was situated on a 200-acre tract called Hager’s Fancy. Its 22-inch thick walls were erected over two springs, making it an impregnable fortress against Indian attack. Open April through December, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, by Page 18 Annual Resource Guide 2010

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, City Park, Hagerstown. Features a permanent collection, exhibitions, musical concerts, lectures, art classes, and special events for children and adults throughout the year. Open Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 301/739-5727 or www.wcmfa.org.

Hagerstown Railroad Museum, City Park, located at Highland Way, opposite the Mansion House Art Center, Hagerstown. The newly restored Western Maryland RR Locomotive 202 is a steam engine built in 1912 to haul passengers, mail and baggage between Baltimore and Hagerstown. Retired in 1953, the train was moved to City Park.

Over the years, several renovations and expansions have occurred, producing the current museum with memorabilia collected

by John Long, museum supporter. Open May through October, Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum, 300 S. Burhans Blvd. (U.S. 11), Hagerstown.

Collection of historical equipment includes the No. 132 Diesel-Electric Locomotive built in 1944, two 1930s Western Maryland cabooses, and Hagerstown & Frederick trolley No. 168 built in 1918. Artifacts, photos, railroad art, model railroads, a library, a roster of Western Maryland employees, a gift shop and trains for kids to run. Special events include the Trains of Christmas and Railroad Heritage Days. Open Friday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Adults, $3.50; children age 4-12, $.50; and ages 3 and under, free. 301/739-4665 or www.roundhouse.org.

The Train Room, 360 S. Burhans Blvd., Hagerstown. Features a collection of

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nationally renowned Lionel train items. Open Monday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. 301/ 745-6681 or www.the-train-room.com.

The Miller House, 135 W. Washingtoon St., Hagerstown. The Miller House was built for William Price around 1823. Now a museum, it features exhibits such as a large collection of late 19th- and early 20th-century dolls and toys, Bell pottery collection, two antique taxicabs, a genealogical library, an extensive clock collection, and papers and historic items from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War and the C&O Canal. It is the headquarters of the Washington County Historical Society. Open April to December, Wednesday through Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m.

301/797-8782 or www.rootsweb. ancestry.com ~mdwchs/miller.html.

Beaver Creek School Museum, 9702 Beaver Creek Church Road, Hagerstown.

Operated as a museum by the Washington County Historical Society, this 1904 tworoom schoolhouse features a replica classroom and a rural-life museum reflecting rural life in Washington County. Open April through mid-November, Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m.

Group tours, particularly school classes, by appointment year-round. 301/797-8782 or e-mail histsoc@earthlink.net.

Hagerstown Aviation Museum and Pegasus Magazine, 14235 Oak Springs Road, Hagerstown. Preserves and promotes the region’s more than 90 years of aviation history. The museum currently owns a restored 1928 Kreider-Reisner Model 31, three WWII Fairchild PT-19 trainer aircraft, a Fairchild C-82 packet cargo plane, a C-119 Flying Boxcar cargo plane and more. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. (except July and August).

Adults, $7; ages 2 to 17, $6; seniors and military, $5. 301/733-8717 or www.hagerstownaviationmuseum.org.

Bowman House and Boonsboro Historical Society, 323 N. Main St., Boonsboro. The Bowman House, built by Jacob Powles, is typical of log houses built in Western Maryland during the first half of the 19th century. In 1868, John Bowman purchased the log house and established the Boonsboro Pottery. Period demonstrations might include open-hearth cooking, redware pottery and an heirloom garden. Open April through October on the fourth Sunday of the month, 2 to 5 p.m. 301/432-5889 or www. museumsusa.org/museums/info/1167298. www.childguidemagazine.com

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Washington County Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro. Displays antique farm equipment, and also features an authentic turn-of-the-century country store, model rooms of a typical 19th century farmhouse and a gift shop. Open year-round Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Tours preferably by appointment. 240/4201714 or www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.

Boonsborough Museum of History, 113 Main St., Boonsboro.

Collection of historical objects of local and national significance, plus Civil War relics, the evolution of firearms and American Indian artifacts. Open May through September, Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment. 301/432-6969 or www.museumsusa.org/museums/ info/1167297.

Pry House Field Hospital Museum, 18906 Shepherdstown Pike, Sharpsburg. In 1862, the Pry House was used as Gen. McClellan’s headquarters at the Battle of Antietam and medical headquarters for Dr. Jonathan Letterman. During the battle, Letterman implemented plans reorganizing the medical system of the army, which later became adopted worldwide. Open daily June to October; and weekends only during May and November, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $2.

301/695-1864, 800/564-1864 or www.civilwarmed.org/VisitUs/ PryHouse.aspx.

Williamsport Town Museum, 14 Springfield Lane, Williamsport. The large, restored barn of the Springfield Farm houses artifacts from early Williamsport and the C&O Canal. Old-time stories, 1800s furniture and a display of Fairchild Industries’ “Rosie the Riveter.” A stage is being readied in the lower level of the barn and an event area on the upper level. The Easter Sunrise Service is held there at 6:30 a.m. Open Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. as volunteer schedule permits or by appointment. Closed January and February. There will also be a museum annex in the Town Hall during regular business hours Mon.Fri. in the fall. For schedule, call Jerry and Joan Knode at 301/2237229. Museum phone on Sundays, 301/223-5854.

McMahon’s Mill Civil War Military & American Heritage Museum, 7900 Avis Mill Road, Williamsport. A time capsule of the 1800s and 1900s, including memorabilia reflecting the history, wars, art, technology, antiques, coins and other items of interest. Open by appointment. 301/223-8778 or www.mcmahonsmill.com.

Plumb Grove Mansion, 12654 Broadfording Rd., Clear Spring. Build

by Jonathan Nesbitt in 1831, the restored farmhouse museum holds furniture made in Clear Spring and Maryland-made furniture. Tour specializing in superstition and folklore. Gardens are heritage plantings of old roses from the 19th century, a heritage vegetable garden and flower beds. Open every third Sunday, June through December, 1-5 p.m.; and for special events. 301/842-1393.

Hancock Town Museum and Toll House, 126 W. High St., Hancock.

The museum contains a library of yearbooks and thousands of pieces of genealogy fully catalogued and referenced. It also features many items pertaining to Hancock, antiques, the apple industry, and transportation via the C&O Canal, National Pike and Western Maryland Railroad. Open second and fourth Sundays, April through October. Toll House is located on Western Pike, 1/4 mile past Hancock High School. Main Street location opening in late spring.

301/678-6308.

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. An example of German colonial architecture. Built in 1758, the stone manor house and gardens are available for guide tours from April to mid-December, Tuesday to Sunday, 12 noon to 4 p.m. or by appointment. 301/663-3885 or www.frederickcountylandmarksfoundation.org.

The Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. Museum specializes in 19th-century life, and offers www.childguidemagazine.com

Discovery Station at Hagerstown is a science, technology and history museum with hands-on learning experiences for all ages. Visit and view the many interesting and challenging exhibits, displays and programs. See a full scale Triceratops skull, operate the controls of a Cessna 110, view a model of a NASA spacecraft, tour the C&O Canal exhibit, marvel at an exact 15' replica of the Titanic. Learn how a weather station works, view the VISION exhibit, and much more. Visit the Treasure Gift Shoppe.

Tues-Sat 10-4 • Sun, Oct-May 2-5 • Closed major holidays • 301-790-0076 • 877-790-0076 101 West Washington St., Hagerstown, MD

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historic tours and festivals designed for elementary school-aged children and their families. Open April through October, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Weekends in November. Group reservations welcome March though November.

Open for holiday events in December. 301/600-1650 for event schedule or www.rosehillmuseum.com.

National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick.

Explores the medical story of the Civil War through exhibits, educational tours, special events, an annual conference and museum store.

Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults, $6.50; seniors, college students and military, $6; ages 10 to 16, $4; those younger than 10, free.

301/695-1864 or www.civilwarmed.org.

Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick.

Guided tours, exhibitions, a collection of decorative and fine arts, and a collection of Fredericktown tall case clocks. Features exhibits, public programs, a bookstore, gardens and a research library. Children’s HiStory Hour first and third Tuesdays of the month at 1 p.m. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 301/663-1188 or www.hsfcinfo.org.

Frederick County Archives/Research Center, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. A wealth of materials is available in Frederick County’s collection of sources. Open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sunday. 301/663-1188 or www.hsfcinfo.org.

Roger Brooke Taney House, 121 S. Bentz St., Frederick. This historic site interprets the property owned by the fifth chief justice of the United States. The Federal (1790s) house, detached kitchen, root cellar and slaves’ quarters explore various aspects of life in early 19th-century Frederick County. Open April through mid-December, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. For program and event information, call 301/663-1188 or go to www.hsfcinfo.org.

Taney House, when open, 301/663-7880.

Beatty-Cramer House, 9010 Liberty Rd. (Md. 26), Frederick. Named for John Beatty, an Irish immigrant with possible royal Scottish connections, and Jeremiah Henry Cramer, who made many architectural changes, the site is home to three historic structures: a combination of the Beatty portion of the house (circa 1732), the Cramer addition (circa 1855), and later renovations. The two outbuildings are an 18th-century springhouse and a 19th-century smokehouse.

Tours, lectures and demonstrations offered. 301/668-2086 or www.frederickcountylandmarksfoundation.org/fclf_bcedu.html.

National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 333 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Religious shrine honoring the first American-born canonized saint. Shrine sites include a visitor center with museum and gift shop. Stone House (1750), White House (1810), mortuary

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Brunswick Railroad Museum, 40 W. Potomac St., Brunswick. Features 2,000 square feet of interactive HO-scale model railroad, railroad equipment, exhibits, gift shop, photographs, Victorian costumes, furnishings, toy, baseball and medical history. C&O Canal Visitor Center is on the first floor of the museum. Open Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Closed in January for display maintenance. 301/834-7100 or www.brrm.net.

VIRGINIA Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Rd., U.S. 11 south of Middletown. The 18thcentury grain and livestock farm encompassed (in 1815) 7,500 acres. The unique limestone house was built 1794-1797 by Maj. Isaac Hite for his wife, Nelly, sister of James Madison, future U.S. president. The house was used as headquarters of Gen. Philip Sheridan during the Civil War. Extensive gift shop. Open April to October, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; November and December, open weekends. Open for winter group tours by appointment. 540/869-2028 or www.bellegrove.org.

Stonewell Jackson Museum at Hupps Hill Historic Park, one mile off Interstate 81, exit 298, Strasburg. Exhibits and activities address the role of the Shenandoah Valley during the Civil War with a focus on Stonewall Jackson’s Valley Campaign.

Visitors can touch, see and experience life in the early 1800s. Museum includes hands-on Children’s Room. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday; 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Closed January and February.

Adults, $6; ages 6-17, $3; under age 6, free.

Group rates and combination tickets with Crystal Caverns available. 540/465-5884 or http://stonwalljacksonmuseum.org.

Crystal Caverns at Hupps Hill Historic Park, one mile off Interstate 81, exit 298, Strasburg. Small group tours, interpretive center. Guides lead visitors on a quarter-mile route underground, explaining the caves’ geology and historical use. Open daily, tours

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at 11 a.m., 12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m. $10; discounts for children, students and seniors.

Combination tickets with Stonewall Jackson Museum available. 540/465-5884 or http://www.crystal-caverns.com.

Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Families can explore a wide variety of subjects, including natural history, simple machines, art in the making and a climbing wall. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. First Friday of each month, 5 to 7:30 p.m.; check calendar for details. $6 per person; those younger than 2 admitted free.

540/722-2020 or www.discoverymuseum.net.

Museum of the Shenandoah Valley, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. Interprets the art, history and culture of the Shenandoah Valley. This regional museum complex includes a historic house dating to the 18th century, six acres of gardens and a museum designed by internationally recognized architect Michael Graves. Open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed Mondays and major holidays. Adults, $12 for museum, house and gardens; youth, seniors and groups of 10 or more, $10; those younger than 6, free. Museum gallery open free of charge every Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon. Other ticket options available. 540/662-1473 or www.shenandoahmuseum.org/attractions.

Glen Burnie Historic House, Gardens and Museum, Julian Wood Glass Jr. Collection, 901 Amherst St., Winchester. The historic house was built by Robert Wood, son of Winchester’s founder, Col. James Wood, in 1794. It has six acres of gardens. Open March through November, Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Adults, $8; youth, seniors and groups of 10 or more, $6. Other ticket options available. 540/662-1473 or www.shenandoahmuseum.org/glenBurnie/ glenBurnie.htm.

Stonewell Jackson’s Headquarters, 415 N. Braddock St., Winchester. Jackson spent much of the winter of 1861-1862 here.

Headquarter displays Jackson memorabilia and Civil War relics. Open April through October, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 540/ 667-3242 or www.winchesterhistory.org/ Qstore/stonewalljackson.htm.

George Washington’s Office Museum, 32 W. Cork and Braddock streets, Winchester.

Part of the old log and stone building was used by Washington from 1755-1756 as a

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Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum in Winchester allows visitors to explore natural history, simple machines and art in the making.

military office when he was colonel of the Virginia Regiment protecting the 300-mile frontier to the west. Open April through October, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 540/6624412 or www.winchesterhistory.org/ george_washington.htm.

Abram’s Delight Museum, 1340 S. Pleasant Valley Road, Winchester. The oldest home in Winchester built in 1754 by Isaac, youngest son of Abraham Hollingsworth, one of the first white settlers in the area. Restored and furnished with period pieces. Open April through October, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

540/662-6519 or www.winchesterhistory. org/abrams_delight.htm. www.childguidemagazine.com

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Clarke County Museum, 32 E. Main St., Berryville. Features Lord Fairfax’s money chest, in which he kept gold collected from the sale of land grants; and a rare Goldsmith Chandlee tall case clock which was made for Lord Fairfax as a gift for his nephew, Thomas Bryan Martin, for whom Martinsburg, W.Va., is named. The CCHA library has many documents and books pertaining to Clarke County history, including genealogies, cemetery records, architectural structures and land surveys. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Archives open to public Monday through Friday, 1-4 p.m. or by appointment.

Researchers, $5. 540/955-2600 or www.clarkehistory.org/ museum.htm.

Burwell-Morgan Mill Museum, 15 Tannery Lane, Millwood. A merchant gristmill built in 1785 by Col. Nathaniel Burwell of Carter’s Grove and Gen. Daniel Morgan. It has been restored with wooden gears. Open for tours Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Grinding on Saturdays, April through October, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Art shows, April and October. 540/837-1799, 540/955-2600 or www.clarkehistory.org.

WEST VIRGINIA John Brown Wax Museum, 168 High St., Harpers Ferry. Tells the story of John Brown, leader of the insurrection at Harpers Ferry, from childhood to his death on the gallows. Open mid-March to midDecember, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults, $7; seniors, $6; ages 6 to 12, $5; those younger than 6, free. 304/535-6342 or www.johnbrownwaxmuseum.com.

Jefferson County Museum, 200 E. Washington St., Charles Town. A private museum that houses artifacts from the early Native Americans up to World War II. Collection includes Civil War relics and uniforms, fine silver and china, photographs, antique dolls and toys, and engravings.

Open early March to mid-December, Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3, ages 18 and older. Patrons of the Charles Town Library admitted free. 304/725-8628 or www.jeffctywvmuseum.org.

Historic Shepherdstown Museum, 129 E. German St., Shepherdstown.

Established in 1983, the museum includes the Old Entler Hotel, and furnishings, artifacts and documents of historical interest. Open April to October, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Museum archives open by appointment on Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to noon. 304/876-0910 or www.historicshepherdstown.com/ museum.htm.

Gen. Adam Stephen House and Triple Brick Museum, 309-313 E. John St., Martinsburg. Stone home of the founder of the Martinsburg.

Revolutionary War Gen. Adam Stephen, furnished in the 1750-1820 period. The museum includes artifacts and local history items such as quilts, military uniforms and pieces reflecting the area’s railroading history. Open May to October, Saturday and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. www.museumsofwv.org/museum.cfm?Museum=64.

The Berkeley County Historical Society, Archives and Research, 136 E. Race St., Martinsburg. Dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of history in Berkeley County. Open year-round, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day. 304/267-4713 or www.bchs.org.

Belle Boyd House, 126 E. Race St., Martinsburg. Eleven rooms of Tricounty-area displays featuring the Civil War, WWI, WWII and the Spanish- American War. Rose and herb gardens. Open Monday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. January to mid-April; open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. mid-April to mid-December. 304/267-4713 or www.bchs.org/museums.html. www.childguidemagazine.com

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Breast-feeding birthing resources MARYLAND The Family Birthing Center at Washington County Hospital is at 251 E. Antietam St., Hagerstown. The expanded and remodeled center features single-room maternity care. Visiting hours are from noon to 8 p.m. for immediate family. 301/790-8421.

The Wellness Center, a division of Frederick Memorial Healthcare System, welcomes into the world more than 2,000 babies every year and offers a variety of classes: Childbirth education classes are offered in a variety of formats and times. The cost is $155 per couple. 240/379-6004.

Prenatal yoga classes include basic yoga postures, breath awareness and relaxation to help improve muscle tone and flexibility, and ease stress and tension. Participants must be beyond their first trimester to register. Participants are asked to bring a pillow. 240/379-6010.

Prenatal massage is meant to help improve circulation and ease stressed muscles during pregnancy. Participants must be beyond their first trimester to receive massage. 240/379-6010.

Small Wonder is a class for ages 4 to 7, and is designed to help them prepare for the arrival of a new sister or brother. The cost is $50 per child. 240/379-6004.

Parenting classes are offered for first-time parents. New grandparents are also encouraged to register. This two-session class is typically held on weekdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The cost is $100 per couple, which includes all materials. Register for classes through the FMH Wellness Center by calling 240/379-6004.

Registration and payment are required for all classes.

Kai Rose Holistic Healing Arts, Therapeutic Massage & Birth Support Services in Gaithersburg, MD, offers professional, certified doulas who help create birth preference outlines; identify and develop coping skills for labor; offer 24-hour telephone contact, support and suggestions to help new fathers offer support to their laboring wives; act as liaisons between patients and clinical staff; and offer one-onone physical, emotional and educational support throughout labor.

240/631-8868.

Beautiful Births in Potomac, MD, offers private childbirth education classes in the Washington, DC, metro area. 301/412-8847 or www.beautiful-births.com.

Love ‘N Care serves Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, with a certified lactation counselor, antepartum and postpartum services, in-home mother and baby care, postpartum doulas, baby nurses, nannies and mothers’ helpers. 410/284-8355 or www.lovencaredoula.com.

Breastfeeding Consultant Service serves Hagerstown. Breastfeeding Support Group meets every 2nd and 4th Friday, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., at Robinwood Medical Center, Suite 120. Prenatal Breastfeeding

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class meets 1st Saturday of the month from 1-3 p.m. Call to register for class. Outpatient consultations also available seven days a week by calling 301/790-8530.

VIRGINIA Birth Matters Inc. is a nonprofit group working to improve the culture of birth in Virginia by educating women and families about evidencebased models of maternity care. Offers free classes on a variety of topics relating to childbirth in Winchester. Contact Julie at jcpettler@ yahoo.com. www.birthmattersva.org.

The Winchester Medical Center offers a prenatal breast-feeding class for new mothers that meets the second Monday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Systems Support Building, classroom 4.

Call Laurie Clark-Grubbs at 540/536-8741.

AbbaCare, Inc. in Winchester is a Christian organization offering free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds, as well as the Learn-to-Earn program for women with unplanned pregnancies and the Building Family Connections which provides parenting skills that can improve the health of one’s children. Provides material, emotional and spiritual help during pregnancy and baby’s first year. 540/722-4844; e-mail abbacares@comcast.net; www.abbacares.org.

Babe-Ease Birth Doula Services is designed to give support before, during and after birth. Serving expectant moms in Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia. Offers childbirth education classes. Call Celeste Youngblood at 540/533-8692. www.discodoula.com.

Ten Moons Midwifery offers comprehensive, individualized care for the entire childbearing year, including: prenatal care, labor and birth care, postpartum care for mother and baby and breastfeeding support. Call Aimee at 540/933-6253 or Desiree at 703/930-3581. www.ten-moons.com

WEST VIRGINIA Positive Birth Experience in Shenandoah Junction, WV, provides care for birthing and postpartum families. Kathleen Nora Dawe is a certified childbirth educator, doula, doula trainer, lactation consultant

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and workshop presenter. 304/876-8244 or e-mail kathleendawe@ frontiernet.net.

Friends of Midwives in Shepherdstown, WV, meets every third Monday. www.babymoondoulas.org/j/.

The Birthing Center at City Hospital in Martinsburg provides private birthing rooms, whirlpools, sibling visitation, prenatal classes and family programs. The Mother and Baby Couplet Care Program keeps mother and baby together from the moment of delivery until they go home. Following a routine birth, all infant care is conducted in the mother’s private room. One nurse, assigned to mother and newborn, guides the family unit through the how-to’s of caring for the infant.

City Hospital also offers several classes: A five-week prenatal class covering breathing and relaxation techniques, pain management, medical procedures, infant CPR, Caesarean delivery and infant care. Participants should bring a blanket and two pillows to each class. Registration is required. Call 304/264-1297, Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A one-evening refresher course is available for a brief review of labor, comfort techniques, medication, delivery and an optional hospital tour. Registration is required. Call 304/264-1297, Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A free breast-feeding class taught by a certified lactation consultant covering the basics and benefits of breast-feeding. Registration is required. Call 304/264-1270, Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

A parent-sibling class for ages 3 to 10 is offered to help prepare children to become big brothers or sisters. Call 304/264-1270, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Laurie Smelter is a certified birth doula and accredited La Leche League leader serving the Eastern Panhandle. Fluent in English and Spanish, she has been working with pregnant women and their families for 18 years. She attends births at hospitals, birthing centers and homes. 304/876-6181 or e-mail doula@citlink.net.

Babymoon Doulas serves the Eastern Panhandle as well as Winchester and Hagerstown. They provide birth and postpartum doula services. Call Shawna Sealing Kemp at 304/754-9693 or Grace Mueller at 304/279-0396. www.babymoondoulas.org.

Shenandoah Women’s Health in Martinsburg offers prenatal services including midwives, medical attention and education. If offers a childbirth education series covering anatomy, nutrition, breathing techniques, relaxation, drugs used in labor, hospital tour, and vaginal and Caesarean birth. 304/263-8964.

The obstetrics department of Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Ranson, WV offers a four-week birthing class. Expectant parents meet one night a week to prepare for their birthing experience, meet other expectant couples and become familiar with the facilities. The courses offered six times a year for $60. 304/728-1713.

Care Pregnancy Center in Martinsburg and Shepherdstown, WV, offers free pregnancy tests, prenatal information and information about pregnancy options. Also runs Hannah’s Closet, a material assistance program for expectant mothers. 304/876-3598.

4068; Mendy at 304/260-0456; Laurie at 304/876-6181; or Sheila at 301/432-4062.

La Leche League of Hagerstown. Meets third Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. at Panera Bread, 17772 Garland Groh Blvd., Hagerstown, MD. Call Jessica at 240/235-6350; Susan 301/393-8985; or Lara at 301/576-0433.

La Leche League of Frederick. Meets second Wednesday, 9:45 a.m., at Monocacy Valley Church, 9861 Old National Pike, Ijamsville, MD; or third Wednesday, 7 p.m., at The Common Market Community Room, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD. Call Julie at 301/662-7409; April at 267/738-6089; Kathy at 301/831-0071; or Jen at 301/856-5424.

La Leche League of Berkeley County. Meets fourth Friday, 11 a.m.

Call Karen at 304/616-6687 for location.

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LA LECHE LEAGUE La Leche League groups for breast-feeding mothers, affiliated with La Leche International. For more information, go to www.llli.org.

La Leche League of Jefferson County, WV. Offers mother-to-mother support and up-to-date breast-feeding information. Meets second Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., at Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church, 100 W. Washington St., Shepherdstown; and first Tuesdays, 2 p.m., at St. James Catholic Church, Charles Town. Call Tiffany at 304/728-

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Following is a list of some of the groups in the Tri-State area for mothers seeking support, friendship and the chance to give back to their communities:

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) groups, affiliated with MOPS International. www.mops.org.

First and third Wednesdays from September through May, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at First Christian Church, 1345 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown, MD. Due to a limited amount of volunteers to help with the children, there is a waiting list. If you would like to attend and can provide your own child care or know volunteers who could help, contact us.

Meetings include teaching from a biblical perspective, small-group discussions, creative activities, refreshments and fellowship. Call Cindy Reeder at 301/7330144.

First and third Thursdays from September through May, 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. at Washington County Family Center, 920 W. Washington St., third floor, Hagerstown, MD. This is a group for teenage moms. Call Cindy Brown at 301/739-9386.

First and third Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Faith Christian Fellowship, 16726 Lappans Road, Williamsport, MD. Offers fellowship, fun and support for those experiencing the joys and challenges of motherhood. Call the church at 301/2234803 or send e-mail to MOPS@explorefcf.com.

Alternating Mondays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Grace Community Church, 5102 Old National Pike, Frederick, MD. Offers fellowship, fun and support for those experiencing the joys and challenges of motherhood. Call Dianna Warsing at 301/473-4337.

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#125, 2306 Hedgesville Rd., Martinsburg, WV. Group members give encouragement to each other and find ways to give back into the community. Free childcare provided at meeting with volunteer caregivers screened through Lexus-Nexus background check.

First Thursdays, playdates at various locations. Call Brenda Pamenter at 304/ 261-1386 or Amy Brown at 304/229-6212.

First and third Tuesdays from September through May, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 315 W. King St., Martinsburg, WV. Teaching, discussion, creative activities, food, and community for mothers of infants through kindergartners. Child care, including crafts and Christian-based lessons, is offered; register at the beginning of each semester by calling 304/263-5722. Group also offers monthly play dates, moms’ night out with members of other MOPS groups and MOPS & POPS date nights. Call Melinda Dawson at 304/754-8001 or e-mail firstfamilywv@yahoo.com.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support), part of International Moms Club. www.momsclub.org.

MOMS Club of New Market/Mount AiryWest, a support group for stay-at-home mothers living within the New Market or Twin Ridge elementary school area, meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m.

240/394-9636 or http://sites.google.com/ site/nmmtawmomsclub.

MOMS Club of Kemptown/Green Valley meets the first Monday of every month, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at Providence United Methodist Church, 3735 Kemptown Church

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Road in Monrovia, MD. Most activities are during the day when stay-at-home moms need support the most. Children are welcome. Call Laura Densock at 301/ 385-2623.

MOMS Club of Frederick-West is a group that offers activities and support for moms with children of all ages and moms-to-be, that are home during the day. The group has a calendar of activities for both children and for moms. All moms in the Ballenger Creek/Orchard Grove elementary schools attendance area and Robin Meadows are welcome to join. The group meets at 10 a.m. the third Friday of the month at Christ United Methodist Church on Ballenger Creek Pike.

Contact Kelli at 301/682-4250 or e-mail frederickwestmoms@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Winchester-West. For moms and children who live west of Interstate 81 in Winchester/Frederick County, VA. Geared to stay-at-home moms. Hosts weekly activities for members and performs service projects aimed at helping moms and/or children in Winchester and Frederick County. E-mail momsclubwinchesterwest@yahoo.com.

MOMS Club of Martinsburg. Club offers play groups, casual get-togethers in the home and in public, outings, family events, activity groups for mothers, service projects in the community and a monthly moms’ night out. Meets monthly throughout the year. Open to all moms who reside in Berkeley County, WV. www.momsclubofmartinsburg.org.

MOMS Club of the Charles Town (WV) Area.

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weekly play groups; and birthday play groups. Activities at least three times a week. Programs available for members’ school-aged children during the summer. E-mail moms@momsclubofcharlestown.org. www.momsclubofcharlestown.org.

MOMS Club of Harpers Ferry (WV) Area. Stay-at-home mothers of various ages meet to discuss concerns, socialize, make crafts and let their children play. Group offers monthly crafts and moms’ nights out; outdoor activities, weather permitting; weekly play groups; and birthday play groups. Activities at least three times a week. Programs available for members’ school-aged children during the summer.

E-mail president@momsclubofharpersferry.com or membershipVP@momsclubofharpersferry.com. www.momsclubofharpersferry.com.

Pay your own way at others. In poor weather we hold group at indoor locations. We try to plan one month ahead and make every effort to plan inexpensive activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Contact Erin Betts: ebetts@pa.net, 717/597-7572. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PA_Playgroup.

Parents and Tots Playgroups is a support group for moms of infants and preschoolers. Meetings are held every Thursday, unless schools are closed for bad weather, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Hedgesville United Methodist Church, 201 South Mary St., Hedgesville, WV. No meetings when school is out. Mothers are asked to bring a drink for their child. Coffee is provided for the moms. Call Diane Rollins at 304/754-3275 or the church office at 304/754-8793.

MOMS Club of Stephens City is a support group for at-home mothers who reside in the Stephens City and White Post, VA areas. We have a monthly meeting and activities each month for moms and their children. Contact our Membership Vice President at scmommvp@ yahoo.com for more information and directions to the meeting.

Other groups Parents at Home (PATH) of Mount Airy offers support, parenting information, networking and family activities for parents of young children. Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Calvary United Methodist Church, South Main Street, Mount Airy, MD. E-mail info@mtairypath.org. www.mtairypath.org.

MOMS Club of Frederick City. A support network for at-home mothers. We hold monthly meetings for members and prospective members with speakers, parties, snacks, crafts and lots more.

Additionally, we offer a variety of calendar activities, events, and outings. We also enjoy park days, special events, and service projects to benefit children in the community. Activities are scheduled during daylight hours because that is when at-home Moms need the most support! Children are always welcome at all our activities. Member meeting is held on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.

301/668-1419. E-mail FredCityMoms@yahoo.com.

Frederick Mommies is a free community for moms in Frederick, Montgomery, Washington and Carroll counties. Members meet on forums to share information on everything from where to get the best haircut to tips on transitioning to a “big-kid” bed. Also offers face-toface events for members, their children and their families. www.frederickmommies.com Winchester Playgroup. A support group for local moms and children, providing local activities, play groups, field trips and more. Call Melanie Levy at 540/667-3422. www.meetup.com and search for Winchester Playgroup.

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Middletown Moms at Home Club is dedicated to providing a welcoming and nurturing environment for local stay-at-home moms and their children by offering support and friendship in a fun, casual atmosphere. Meets first Friday of each month in the social hall at Middletown United Methodist Church at 9:30 a.m. Contact Nikki at 240/575-5900 or nfeltham11@comcast.net. www.MiddletownMomsatHome.org.

PA Playgroup meets the first Tuesday evening every month (6-7:30 p.m.) and two Saturday s a month during the school year; once a week during the summer at various community locations in Franklin County, PA and Washington Co., MD. Join in on a fun parent support group and playgroup. Moms, dads and caregivers can support each other while their children play. Special needs children are welcome!

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2010 Family Resource Guide Ridge Avenue Playground, Ridge Avenue, Hagerstown. Features a pavilion, play equipment, horseshoe pits and a basketball court.

Rotary Club of Long Meadows Park, Northern Avenue and The Terrace, Hagerstown. Features picnic benches and a flower garden.

Skate Park at Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown.

Skate park with hours on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday; fees and waivers required.

Staley Park, 728 Frederick St., behind Potterfield Pool, Hagerstown.

Features a pavilion and play equipment.

University Plaza, 50 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Features walking/biking paths.

Wheaton Park, Sumans Avenue, Hagerstown. Features a pavilion, play equipment, tennis court, horseshoe pits, basketball courts and a softball field.

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MARYLAND Hagerstown city parks 301/739-8577 or www.hagerstownmd.org Bloom Park, North Potomac Street at North Avenue, Hagerstown.

Home of the historical Spanish-American War cannon.

City Park, 501 Virginia Ave., Hagerstown. The park’s centerpiece is a 50-acre lake, home to more than 250 waterfowl. Park features the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, the Mansion House Art Center, the Hager House/Museum, a railroad museum, pavilions, concession stand, band shell, play equipment, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, softball fields, and fitness trails. 301/739-8577, x169.

Fairgrounds Park, 351 N. Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown. Features a pavilion, play equipment, softball fields, soccer fields, in-line skating rink, BMX track for bicycle motocross events, Little League field and walking club.

Funkhouser Park, 570 Jefferson St., Hagerstown. Features play equipment and a basketball court.

Hager Park, 340 Frederick Street at Memorial Boulevard, Hagerstown. Features a pavilion (not handicapped-accessible) and horseshoe pits.

Hamilton Playground, Fairview Road behind WJEJ radio station, Hagerstown. Features play equipment, a volleyball court and a basketball court.

Hellane Park, Park Avenue, next to West End Reservoir, Hagerstown.

Features a pavilion, play equipment and basketball courts.

Mills Park, Belview Avenue, Hagerstown. Features a pavilion and play equipment.

Oswald Park, between Forest Drive and Oak Hill Avenue, Hagerstown.

Features picnic tables and landscaped traffic islands.

Pangborn Park, 530 Pangborn Blvd., Hagerstown. Features a fishing pond (for those younger than 16 and older than 65), tennis courts, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, softball field, picnic pavilions, play equipment and formal gardens.

Reed Park, 430 Wood Street, off Jefferson Street, Hagerstown.

Features a pavilion, play equipment, softball field and basketball court. Part of Fairgrounds Park.

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Camp Harding County Park, between Clear Spring and Hancock, MD. on Pecktonville Rd. Named after President Warren G. Harding, who, along with notables such as Harvey Firestone, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford, camped there in the 1920s. Picnic pavilions, playground, restrooms, grills, softball field, volleyball/basketball courts, horseshoe pits, parking, boat ramp, trout fishing and canoeing.

Chestnut Grove Park, outside Keedysville, MD, off Chestnut Grove Road. Features baseball and softball fields, picnic pavilions, restrooms, concessions, play equipment, volleyball and horseshoe pits.

Clear Spring County Park/Recreation Area, Martin St. in Clear Spring, MD. Park offers softball, baseball, football/soccer fields, concession stand, tennis and basketball courts, a picnic pavilion, restrooms, parking and a play area.

Devil’s Backbone Park, on MD 68, near Lappans Crossroads, Boonsboro, MD. Scenic park along Antietam Creek, featuring a waterfall, picnic pavilion, fishing and walking trails.

Doub’s Woods Park, 1307 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown, MD. Heavily wooded park with performing arts pavilion, picnic areas, picnic pavilion, swings and an outdoor chapel.

Martin L. “Marty” Snook Memorial Park, Halfway, MD. This park is the site of Halfway Park Days in May. It features picnic pavilions, horseshoe pits, fitness trail, tennis courts, playing fields, lighted ball fields and a swimming pool.

Mt. Briar Wetland Preserve, Millbrook Road off MD 67. This environmental site is a nontidal wetland area. Floating boardwalk allows for walking through the park.

Pen Mar Park, on High Rock Rd. in Cascade, MD. This redeveloped 42-acre park provides a panoramic view of the Cumberland Valley.

Includes picnic tables, concession stand, a playground, restrooms, and pavilions for dances, concerts and other entertainment.

Piper Lane Neighborhood Park, off Halfway Boulevard along Piper Lane and York Road, Hagerstown, MD. Features play area, horseshoe pits and picnic tables.

Pleasant Valley Community Park, Gapland Road off MD 67, Gapland, MD. Features a pavilion, playground, horseshoe pits, football/soccer field and tennis courts.

Washington County Regional Park – Black Rock Park, Mount Aetna Road, Hagerstown, MD. Features two pavilions, two playground areas, beach volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, tennis courts and basketball courts.

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Woodland Way County Park, Hagerstown, MD. Features picnic tables, tennis courts, play equipment and ball fields.

Frederick City Parks For directions and site-specific information about rental fee structure, hours of operation and accessibility for handicapped visitors, go to www.cityoffrederick.com.

Key: P: Passive facility – mostly scenic with walking or biking paths, historical theme N: Neighborhood facility – sports facilities (basketball, baseball, tennis, etc.), playground, small pavilions; smaller acreage than community facility C: Community facility – sports facilities (basketball, baseball, tennis, etc.), playground equipment, large and small pavilions R: Regional RC: Recreation center – many services available to community Amber Meadows Park, corner of Opossumtown Pike and Amber Drive (C) Apple Avenue Park, Apple Avenue (P) Babee Park, Madison and Burke Streets (N) Baker Park, room 1 between North Bentz Street and College Avenue (C); room 2 on Fleming Avenue (N); room 3 on West Second Street past Fairview (P); room 4, between Fairview Avenue and Schifferstadt Museum (P) Bentz Street Graveyard Memorial Grounds, West Second and North Bentz streets (P) Bentztown Spring Park, North and South Bentz streets (P) Carroll Creek Urban Park, Court Street over Market and just beyond Carroll Street (P) Carrollton Park, Center Street and Prospect Boulevard (N) Catoctin Park, Catoctin Avenue (N) City Hall Park, North Court Street (P) Clerestory Park, Monocacy Boulevard (N) Cobblestone Park, Cobblestone Court (N) College Estates Park, Wilson Place and Taney Avenue (N) David Lane Park, David Lane and McCain Drive (N) East Third Street Park, East Third and East streets (N) Emerald Farms Park, Swallowtail Drive (N – soccer fields only) Fountain Park, West Seventh Street at North Market Street (P) Fredericktowne Village Park, Schifferstadt Boulevard (N) Golfview Park, Hunting Horn Lane, off Hillcrest (N) Grove Park, Hamilton Avenue (C) Harmon Field/Park, Winchester Street (N) Hill Street Park, Hill Street (R – includes Hill Street skate park) Hillcrest Park, McCain Drive at Butterfly Lane (N) Hospital Park, Frederick Memorial Hospital (P) Jimmy McGee Memorial Park, Old Farm Drive (N) Jug Bridge Park, East Patrick Street (P) Laboring Sons Memorial Grounds, Chapel Alley (P) Linden Hills Park, Linden Avenue and Poplar Street (N) Linear Greenway Park, off Baughmans Lane (P) Loats Park, New Design Road (R – baseball complex only) Maas Park, West Second Street (P) Maryvale Park, Mary Steet (N) Max Kehne Park, West Seventh Steet (C) www.childguidemagazine.com

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2010 Family Resource Guide Local parks continued from page 27 McCurdy Field, South Jefferson Street at Scholls lane (C- no playground) Memorial Grounds, West Second and North Bentz streets (P) Monarch Ridge Park, Swallowtail Drive (N) Monocacy Village Park, end of Pontiac Avenue (C) Mullinix Park, South Bentz Street (N) North Crossing Park, Christopher’s Crossing (N) Old Camp Park, Old Camp Road (R – T-ball complex only) Overlook Park, Coralberry Court (N) Rivermist Park, Monocacy Boulevard. Still in planning stages.

Walking and biking paths. (N) Riverside Center Park, Monocacy Boulevard – only boat ramp to Monocacy Creek within city limits Riverwalk Park at Fredericktowne Village, Schifferstadt Boulevard (C) Rosedale Park, Schley Avenue (N) Sagner Park, off Wisner Street (N) Schley Park, North and South College Avenue (P) South End Park, Scholl’s Lane (N) Staley Park, West 10th Street and Motter Avenue (C) Stonegate Park, Andover Lane (N) William R. Talley Recreation Center, North Bentz Street (RC) Taskers Chance Park, Key Parkway (C – baseball complex only) Thomas Johnson Middle School Recreation Center, Schifferstadt Boulevard (RC) Tiny Tot Park, North Bentz Street (P) Valley Street Park, Valley Street (N) Walnut Ridge Park, Rocky Springs Road (C) Waterford Park, Baughman’s Lane (P) Wetherburne Park, Wetherburne Way (N) Whittier Baseball Park, Independence Street, baseball complex Whittier Lake Park, Whittier Drive (P) Whittier Elementary School Recreation Center, Independence Street (RC) Willowbrook Park, McClellan Drive (N) Willowdale Park, Willowdale Drive (N)

Frederick County Parks www.co.frederick.md.us/parks.

Ballenger Creek, 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick, MD. Offers ball fields, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic tables and shelters, play equipment, soccer fields, trails and volleyball courts.

Buckeystown Park, 7221 Michaels Mill Road, Buckeystown, MD. Features fishing, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic tables and shelters, and play equipment.

Catoctin Recreation Center, 408 E. Main St., Thurmont, MD. Offers ball fields, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, soccer fields, indoor volleyball courts, indoor recreation center and gymnasium.

Centerville Recreation Center, 3601 Carriage Hill Drive, Frederick, MD. Amenities include ball fields, basketball courts, play equipment, soccer fields, volleyball nets, indoor recreation room and gymnasium.

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Creagerstown Park, 12014 Penterra Manor Lane, Thurmont, MD. Features a boat ramp, fishing, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic tables and play equipment.

Deer Crossing Recreation Center, 10601 Finn Drive, New Market, MD. Offers ball fields, basketball courts, play equipment, soccer fields, indoor recreation room, gymnasium and indoor volleyball court.

Fountaindale Park, 7213 Beechtree Drive, Middletown, MD. Reservations only: 301/600-2353. Practice soccer field.

Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center, 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville, MD. Features a nature center, quarry, boardwalk, lime kiln, fishing, grills, picnic shelter, picnic tables, play equipment and nature trails. For reservations, call 301/600-1646. For information about the nature center, call 301/898-1460.

Green Hill Park, 2810 DeCatur Drive, Adamstown, MD. Features a basketball court, soccer field, playground and picnic tables.

Kemptown Park, 3456-B Kemptown Church Road, Monrovia, MD. Offers ball fields, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and tables, fire ring, play equipment, tennis courts, temporary volleyball courts, amphitheater and a nature trail.

Libertytown Park, 12201 Liberty Road, Libertytown, MD. Features ball fields, grills, basketball courts, picnic shelter and tables, soccer fields, tennis courts, football field, trails and play equipment.

Loy’s Station, 3600 Old Frederick Road, Thurmont, MD. Offers fishing, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and tables, play equipment and a covered bridge.

Middletown Park, 7628 Coblentz Road, Middletown, MD. Features ball fields, lighted basketball courts, fishing, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and tables, play equipment, soccer fields, trails, volleyball courts, radio-controlled race car track, marble rings, disc golf course, football field and bandstand.

Middletown Recreation Center, 403 Franklin St., Middletown, MD. Features indoor recreation room, gymnasium, ball fields, basketball courts, play equipment, soccer fields and volleyball courts.

Oakdale Recreation Center, 9850 Old National Pike, Ijamsville, MD. Offers ball fields, basketball courts, play equipment, soccer fields, indoor volleyball courts, indoor recreation room, and gymnasium.

Old National Pike District Park, 12406 Old National Pike (MD. 144), Mount Airy, MD. Amenities include grills, horseshoe pits, four multipurpose fields, baseball field, mister posts, walking paths, picnic tables and play equipment.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick, MD. Offers lighted ball fields, basketball courts, boat ramp, fishing, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and tables, play equipment, sled run, volleyball courts, ice skating and a nature trail.

Point of Rocks Park, 1637 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks, MD. Features ball fields, lighted basketball courts, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and tables, play equipment, lighted tennis courts, trails, volleyball courts and community center with meeting rooms.

Roddy Road Park, 14760 Roddy Road, Thurmont, MD. Features fishing, grills, covered bridge, picnic tables and hiking.

Rocky Ridge Landing, south side of MD. 77 at river, 10611 Rocky Ridge Road. Northern Monocacy River access. Open by special request form only.

Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St, Frederick, MD. Features picnic tables, trails, museums, manor house, gardens, gift shop, a log cabin, carriage exhibits and farm exhibits.

Tuscarora Recreation Center, 6321 Lambert Drive, Frederick, MD. Features ball fields, basketball courts, play equipment, soccer fields, volleyball courts, indoor recreation room and gymnasium.

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Urbana Community Park, 3636 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD. Features ball fields, grills, horseshoe pits, picnic shelter and tables, play equipment, soccer fields, lighted tennis courts and volleyball courts.

Urbana District Park, 3750 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD. Soccer and baseball fields, tennis courts, picnic shelters, playgrounds and trails.

Construction completion expected in 2010.

Utica District Park, 10200-B Old Frederick Road, Frederick, MD. Features playground, shelter, grills, walking trail, special-events field, youth baseball fields, sand volleyball courts, softball field, multipurpose fields, horseshoe pit and picnic tables.

VIRGINIA Frederick County Frederick County (Va.) Parks and Recreation www.co.frederick.va.us/ParkandRecreation/ParkandRec.htm.

Frederick County Parks and Recreation provides playground equipment throughout the county. There are five neighborhood parks maintained through cooperative agreements with civic organizations.

Neighborhood parks are in Reynolds Store, North Mountain, Round Hill, Gainesboro, Frederick Heights and on Senseny Road.

Clearbrook Park, five miles north of Winchester on US 11. Includes a lake, lighted ball fields, picnic shelters and tables, paved walking paths, paddleboats, horseshoe pits, playgrounds, an outdoor pool, volleyball court and a vintage red caboose.

Sherando Park, 1.8 miles east of Interstate 81 on VA 277 in Stephens City, VA. Offers a fishing lake, lighted ball fields, picnic shelters and tables, hiking trails, an outdoor pool, paddleboats, an 18-hole disc golf course, soccer fields and a volleyball court.

Jim Barnett Park, Winchester, VA. Features jogging and bike trails, pavilions, softball fields, tennis courts, a fitness room, racquetball courts, fishing, a miniature golf course, adventure playground, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. 540/662-9833 or 540/6624946.

Half Moon Beach Park, 363 Radio Station Road, Strasburg, Va. Offers swimming, paddleboats, fishing, camping, volleyball, paintball and miniature golf. Admission charged. 540/465-5757 or 540/ 325-9001.

Clarke County Clarke County Park, west of Berryville, VA, off Old Business VA 7 at 225 Al Smith Circle. This 102-acre park houses an outdoor swimming pool, lighted outdoor tennis courts, six ball fields, four soccer fields, a recreation center, four picnic shelters and a fitness trail. 540/9555140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

Rose Hill Park, downtown Berryville, VA. Features playground, basketball court, picnic tables and a gazebo. 540/955-4001.

The State Arboretum of Virginia, US 50, Boyce, VA. Offers educational programs for students, a picnic area with tables and a water fountain, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. 540/837-1758 or www.virginia.edu/blandy/home.html.

WEST VIRGINIA For more information about Martinsburg city parks, call 304/2644842. For information about the city/county parks in the Martinsburg area, call 304/264-2125 or go to www.mbcparks-rec.org.

Booklets with information about Berkeley County parks may be picked up at the Berkeley 2000 Recreation Center, 273 Woodbury Ave., Martinsburg.

Berkeley Ambrose Park, Rocky Lane and Porter Avenue, Martinsburg.

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Charlotte Prather Park, Sycamore and Ryneal streets, Martinsburg.

Adjacent to P.O. Faulkner Park. Girls softball complex.

Dupont Park and Soccer Complex, U.S. 11 north of Martinsburg.

Four regulation-size soccer fields, 5-acre parking area, concessions.

Gerrardstown (WV) Athletic Field, one mile south of Gerrardstown on Virginia Line Road. Practice site for baseball, softball and soccer.

Hedgesville (WV) Park, adjacent to the town line of Hedgesville between Hedgesville Middle and Elementary schools. One lighted regulation-size baseball field (used for high school and Senior Little League games), one lighted Farm League baseball field, one lighted Little League Field, one pavilion and a fitness trail. Home of Hedgesville Little League.

Inwood-Bunker Hill Lions Park, south side of Musselman Middle School. One large pavilion, fitness trail with exercise stations, sand volleyball court, playground area, practice soccer field, recreational baseball/softball field. West side of U.S. 11, two outdoor basketball courts.

Lambert Park, adjacent to Martinsburg North Middle School on Woodbury Avenue, Martinsburg. Features outdoor pool (bathhouse, concession stand, baby pool, wading pool, water slide and two shelters), one baseball/softball field, paved parking, four soccer fields, one medium-sized pavilion, one small pavilion and Berkeley 2000 Recreation Center.

Leeland Park, West Martin Street between Race and Samuel streets, Martinsburg. Features basketball courts, small pavilion and a large playground.

Martin Luther King Jr. Park, West Martin Street between Samuel and Charles streets, Martinsburg. Features one paved basketball court and 12-station fitness center.

Oak Street Park, Oak Street between Cedar and Leonard streets, Martinsburg. Features lighted regulation horseshoe pits, combined pavilion/restrooms/concession building, one paved basketball court, playground area, sand volleyball court and parking.

Oatesdale Park, Baltimore and Williams Streets, Martinsburg.

Features two in-line hockey skating rinks, trout stream, four Little League fields and parking. Home of Martinsburg Little League.

Pikeside Park, off U.S. 11, behind Pikeside Bowl, Martinsburg. Two softball fields used for church league and 35-and-older softball league.

Poorhouse Farm Park, Poorhouse Road, 3.5 miles west of Interstate 81, Martinsburg. Features one large pavilion, one medium-sized pavilion, stocked trout stream, five miles of jogging/hiking trails, playground area, historic barn, stocked five-acre lake, youth football field, practice soccer field, recreation ball field, public restrooms, sand volleyball court, and home to the Henry Equestrian Arena.

P.O. Faulkner Park, Sycamore and Ryneal streets, Martinsburg. One high school baseball field (dugouts, bleachers, press box, lights, concession stand), four tennis courts, playground area, pavilion and parking. Home field of Martinsburg High School and Berkeley County American Legion baseball.

Rooney Park, in Tomahawk off WV 7. One Little League baseball field, and one regulation baseball or adult softball field.

Roush Field, West Stephen Street between S. Georgia and S. Alabama avenues, Martinsburg. Features practice ball field (can be used for baseball/softball/soccer).

War Memorial Park, North Tennessee Avenue between Park Avenue and Tuscarora Creek, Martinsburg. Features outdoor pool facility that includes competition pool, heated leisure pool and bathhouse, concession stand, 18-hole lighted miniature golf course, maintenance garage, six pavilions, covered concert stage and bleachers, four playground areas, handicapped playground area, brick memorial honoring war veterans, two sand volleyball courts, three public

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Bolivar (WV) Nature Park, Jefferson St., Harpers Ferry, WV. Features a picnic gazebo, picnic tables and a walking/hiking trail.

Crane’s Lane Park, Ranson, WV. Features community garden and football/soccer fields.

Evitt’s Run Park, corner of North Water and Liberty streets, Charles Town, WV. Includes a playground, picnic pavilion, grill, basketball courts, tennis court and a restroom facility. Fishing permitted.

Flowing Springs Park, Ranson, WV. A natural park with walking path.

Jefferson Memorial Park, 400 Forest Avenue, Charles Town, WV. Features playgrounds, swimming pool and picnic area with pavilion, walking trail, tennis and basketball courts.

Lance-Slusher Park, Ranson,WV. Features a pavilion, picnic tables, grills, 2 playgrounds, basketball courts and tennis courts.

Leetown (WV) Park, 56 Jefferson Orchard Road, includes playground, lighted softball and baseball fields, picnic pavilion, horseshoe pits, restrooms, concession stand, basketball court and tennis court.

Morgan’s Grove Park, WV. 480, Shepherdstown, WV. Features a picnic pavilion with kitchen and restroom facility, athletic fields, walking trail, playground, horseshoe pit, and sand volleyball.

Moulton Park, along the Shenandoah River, just north of the Bloomery Bridge on WV. 27 (Bloomery Road), Charles Town, WV. Onehalf mile of river frontage provides a boat ramp, portable restrooms during peak season (May to September), public fishing access and camping (by permit only).

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Mount Mission Park, Mission Road, Harpers Ferry, WV. Features a picnic pavilion with kitchen and restroom facility, renovated church building (not available for rent), sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, basketball court, a grassy softball field and a playground.

Rumsey Park, Mill Street in Shepherdstown, WV. Erected in 1915, the granite columnar monument to James Rumsey overlooks the spot where he demonstrated the first working model of the steamboat in 1787, 20 years before Robert Fulton.

Sam Michael’s Park, Job Corps Road, Harpers Ferry, WV. Features a picnic pavilion, kitchen, restrooms, playground, Little League fields, walking trail, a sand volleyball court and horseshoe pits. Site of the Mountain Heritage Arts and Crafts Festivals every spring and fall.

South Jefferson Park, Summit Point/Middleway Road, Summit Point, WV. Features a picnic pavilion and concession stand, restrooms, Little League fields, a playground, volleyball court, basketball court and tennis courts.

West End Park, Ranson, WV. Features basketball court and playground.

Morgan County Morgan County parks 304/258-8540 or www.berkeleysprings.com.

Biser Street Park, off Route 9, Berkeley Springs, WV. Features tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. Open daily until dark.

Morgan County Recreation Area, eight miles south of Berkeley Springs, WV on US 522. Features five ball fields and a picnic area.

Open daily.

Paw Paw (WV.) Park, Winchester Street. Features picnic tables, a softball field, playground and a stage for concerts. The county also operates roadside parks with picnic tables, including Sleepy Creek.

Roadside Park on WV 9.

Spruce Pine Hollow Park, between Berkeley Springs and Martinsburg on WV 9.

Ward Dawson Roadside Park, south of Berkeley Springs on US 522.

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State parks MARYLAND www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands Cunningham Falls State Park, Thurmont, MD. Park is known for its history, as well as its 78-foot cascading waterfall. Offers Catoctin Iron Furnace historical site, swimming, boating, playground, hiking, hunting, picnicking and camping. A concession stand and beach store are open during the summer. Educational children’s programs available. 301/271-7574.

Fort Frederick State Park, Big Pool, MD. The site of Maryland’s frontier defense during the French and Indian War, the fort’s stone wall and two barracks have been restored to their 1758 appearance. Historic displays are in the fort, barracks and visitor center. The park annually holds military reenactments and other special events.

Parklands adjoin the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal passes through park acreage. Offers boating, cross-country skiing, campfire programs, camping, fishing, flat-water canoeing, hiking, picnicking and a playground. 301/842-2155.

Gambrill State Park, Thurmont, MD. Three native stone overlooks offer views of the surrounding area. Offers picnicking, playground, hiking and nature trails, interpretive programs, fishing, camping, horseback riding and mountain biking.

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Gathland State Park, Boonsboro, MD. The park once was the mountain home of George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. It features a collection of buildings and structures that he designed and constructed, some of which have been restored. A large, stone monument dedicated to war correspondents is an attraction there. The park includes all of Crampton’s Gap, which was the southernmost gap fought over during the battle of South Mountain. Fought Sept. 14, 1862, it was the first major battle of the Civil War fought in Maryland. There are interpretive programs throughout the summer featuring Civil War www.childguidemagazine.com

re-enactors. The annual “Living History” weekend occurs the first weekend after Labor Day and portrays various aspects of soldiers’ lives, including infantry, cavalry and artillery demonstrations. The Appalachian Trail traverses the park and passes the monument base. Offers cross-country skiing, historical sites, hiking and picnicking.

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Greenbrier State Park, Boonsboro, MD. Features a man-made lake and beach, flatwater canoeing, hiking, picnicking, interpretive programs, nature studies, camping, a boat launch, boat rental, camp store, playground, mountain biking and hunting.

The Appalachian Trail passes nearby. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, Maryland residents pay $3 per person on weekdays and $5 per person on weekends and holidays; Labor Day to Memorial Day charges are $3 per vehicle. Admission on May and September weekends costs $3 per person.

Out-of-state residents add $1 to all day-use service charges. 301/791-4767.

South Mountain State Park, Boonsboro, MD. This historic park has more than 10,000 acres for year-round hiking along the Appalachian Trail. South Mountain, a ridge composed largely of resistant quartzite, posed a formidable obstacle to the early settlers until 1755 when Gen. Edward Braddock and a young surveyor, George Washington, constructed a road over one of its passes. Greenbrier, Washington Monument and Gathland are neighboring state parks along South Mountain. Historic park offers year-round hiking along the Appalachian Trail. Also offers camping.

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Washington Monument State Park, Monument Road, four miles east of Boonsboro, MD. Named for the first monument in the country erected to George Washington. The Appalachian Trail winds through the park and passes the base of the monument. Offers historical sites, picnicking, playground, hiking and cross-country skiing.

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Sky Meadows State Park, less than two miles south of Paris, VA, just off US 17.

Offers scenic vistas, access to the Appalachian Trail and a primitive hike-in campground, picnicking, hiking and horseback riding trails, interpretive programs and a visitor center. 540/592-3556.

WEST VIRGINIA www.wvstateparks.com Berkeley Springs State Park, US 522, Berkeley Springs, WV. Features a bathhouse that opened in 1930. 304/258-2711 or 800/CALLWVA. Cacapon Resort State Park, 818 Cacapon Lodge Drive, Berkeley Springs, WV. Offers hiking, nature and recreation programs, swimming, boating, games, fishing, golf and horseback riding. 304/258-1022 or 800/CALLWVA.

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Antietam National Battlefield, Sharpsburg, MD. Offers historical sites, auto touring, biking, camping, fishing, wildlife viewing and hiking. An audiovisual program, “Antietam Visit,” is shown on the hour and half-hour.

Every day at noon, a one-hour documentary about the battle of Antietam is shown in the visitor center theater. The battlefield offers a Junior Ranger Program for ages 6 to 12, through which children can complete a free activity booklet while visiting, and earn a badge and a certificate. 301/432-5124.

Appalachian National Scenic Trail. A 2,175mile-long footpath stretching through 14 eastern states from Maine to Georgia; traverses through Washington County, MD, and Jefferson County, WV. Camping available with permit. www.appalachiantrail.org.

C & O Canal National Historical Park. The C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from Washington, DC, to Cumberland, MD. Offers backpacking, biking, bird-watching, boating, camping, climbing, cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, interpretive programs, kayaking, wildlife viewing and nature walks.

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Catoctin Mountain Park, Thurmont, MD. Offers bird-watching, camping, climbing, cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking, interpretive programs, snowshoeing and wildlife viewing. Offers educational programs for those in grades one to seven.

A Junior Ranger program for ages 6 to 11 includes a self-discovery workbook to be completed at the visitor center and includes one trail activity. A junior ranger badge will be awarded upon completion and workbook review with a ranger. Owens Creek Campground is open April 15 through the third Sunday in November.

Camp Misty Mount, a family cabin rental facility, is open from April 15 through the end of October. Poplar Grove Youth Group Tent Camping Area is closed from March 1 to April 15. 301/663-9388.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, off US 340 in Harpers Ferry, WV. Offers museums and exhibits, guided programs, hiking, fishing, bird-watching and wildlife viewing, nature walks, white-water rafting, rock climbing and rappelling. 304/5356029.

Monocacy National Battlefield Park, Frederick County, MD. Activities include auto touring, bird-watching, hiking, interpretive programs, nature walks and cross-country skiing. Junior Ranger Program is available for children and their families all year at the Gambrill Mill Visitor Center. 301/662-3515.

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

A partnership between private and governmental agencies to develop and maintain a network of locally managed trails for recreation, education, transportation and health. The Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail is an evolving, 770mile network of locally managed trails and routes embracing both sides of the Potomac from the mouth of the river at the Chesapeake Bay to the Allegheny Highlands in the upper Ohio River basin. Trails in the MD/DC/PA segments of the trail corridor make it possible to hike 375 miles from Washington, DC, to Seward, PA, all on trails and sidewalks. South of Washington, DC, there are many places that offer hiking. www.potomactrace.org.

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VIRGINIA Winchester Public Schools 12 N. Washington St. Winchester, VA 22601 540/667-4253 www.wps.k12.va.us Frederick County Public Schools 1415 Amherst St. P.O. Box 3508 Winchester, VA 22604-2546 540/662-3888 www.frederick.k12.va.us Clarke County Public Schools 309 W. Main St. Berryville, VA 22611 540/955-6100 www.clarke.k12.va.us

MARYLAND Washington County Public Schools 820 Commonwealth Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21741 301/766-2800 www.wcboe.k12.md.us Frederick County Public Schools 115 E. Church St. Frederick, MD 21701 301/644-5000 www.fcps.org

WEST VIRGINIA Berkeley County Schools 401 S. Queen St. Martinsburg, WV 25401 304/267-3500 http://berkeleycountyschools.org Jefferson County Schools 110 Mordington Ave. Charles Town, WV 25414 304/725-9741 boe.jeff.k12.wv.us

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Home-schooling resources Home School Legal Defense Association is a national nonprofit advocacy organization established to defend and advance the constitutional right of parents to direct the education of their children and to protect family freedoms. The organization provides members with professional legal representation to protect their right to home-school. www.hslda.org Classical Conversations is a once-a-week, supplemental, academic program in a Christian community that offers structure and support, along with fellowship for students.

Includes Foundations (K4 to sixth grade), Essentials (third to sixth) and Challenge (seventh-twelfth).

E-mail Info@ClassicalConversations.com. www.classicalconversations.com

Frederick and Washington counties, MD Homeschool Frederick! was designed for Frederick County homeschoolers with the purpose of forging connections in the local home-school community. This site brings together resources available through umbrella groups, student services personnel with Frederick County Public Schools, hybrid organizations, businesses and others who appreciate the virtues of home-schooling. www.homeschoolfrederick.com Learning How provides educational materials for parents, teachers and day-care providers that encourage the learning process and help children reach their fullest potential. Located in the Weis Festival Shopping Center in Frederick. 301/682-9500 or www.learninghow.com Home & School Connection serves all educators, including home-schoolers, teachers, parents, grandparents and friends with educational materials, toys, games, puzzles, Christian resources and more.

Located in Frederick at the Frederick Crossing Shopping Center (301/293-0001) and in Hagerstown at North Village Center (301/7660699). www.homeschoolconnection.com Maryland Home Education Association serves and supports families of all religious, philosophical and ethnic persuasions. A $50 membership fee includes a newsletter, updated information regarding laws, local groups, resources and local coordinators. www.mhea.com

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Maryland Homeschool is a place to exchange ideas, stories, lessons and curriculum with home-schoolers in Maryland. To subscribe, go to www.yahoogroups.com/subscribe/ Marylandhomeschool.

Appalachian Regional Cooperative is a group of home-schoolers in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and West Virginia open to all home-schooling philosophies, including selfdirected and unschooling. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/arc-homeschool.

Traditions of Roman Catholic Homes (TORCH) serves Catholic home-schoolers in Frederick Co., Md. Primarily focused on home-school issues, TORCH discussions also encompass child-rearing, catechesis of the young, family values and related issues. Although membership is not limited to Roman Catholics, the focus of the group is inextricably entwined with the Roman Catholic Church. http://groups/ yahoo.com/group/TORCHFRED Maryland Association of Christian Home Educators provides information on homeeducation regulations in Maryland and a list of support groups. 301/607-4284, e-mail info@machemd.org or www.machemd.org.

PALS-FC is a secular support group in the southern portion of Frederick County, MD. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/PALS-FC. Rhubarb Jam is a group of families in the Montgomery/Frederick area working to establish a facility dedicated to homeschoolers. It is an eclectic, secular and inclusive group of families who value fun, learning of all types, independence and cooperation. www.rhubarbjam.org Frederick Homeschool Soccer is a soccer program for home-schooling children ages 5 to 18 (and their nonhome-schooling siblings) who live in Frederick and surrounding areas. This is a family participation program in which parents volunteer for everything from coaching to goal setup to cleaning up the field. The purpose of the program is to learn soccer skills, build selfesteem and build friendships among homeschooling families. To subscribe, go to http:// sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/FrederickMDH omeschoolSoccer.

Frederick SDA Homeschoolers is the homeschooling group of the Frederick Seventh-day Adventist Church. The purpose is to provide Christian support and plan events for church members who are home-schooling or who are interested in home-schooling.

To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ FrederickSDAHomeschoolers.

Maryland UFC is a support group for unschoolers in Frederick and Montgomery counties. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/MarylandUFC. Homeschooling by Grace meets at Grace Community Church in Frederick. Christianwww.childguidemagazine.com

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Frederick and Clarke counties, VA Home Educators Association of Virginia is a member-supported, statewide, nonprofit home-schooling association that operates from a biblical worldview. Since 1983, HEAV has worked to promote and protect home-school interests in Virginia through information, legislation and resources. For a free weekly e-mail newsletter, call 804/278-9200 or sign up at www.heav.org.

The Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers is a volunteer-driven and member-directed state home-schooling association. Since 1993, the group has worked to protect and promote home-schooling through legislative work, assisting home-schoolers on an individual level, and providing information, speakers, events and resources. A one-year family membership costs $20. www.vahomeschoolers.org Homeschool-va-politics is a discussion board about government politics and support group politics as they relate to home-schooling in Virginia. The group is unmoderated and the board might contain comments expressing strong personal opinions. To subscribe, go to www.yahoogroups.com/subscribe/homeschool-va-politics.

Homeschool Resources informs home-schoolers about local and current events that are happening in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C. To subscribe, go to www.yahoogroups.com/ subscribe/homeschoolresources.

Warren County Homeschoolers has an e-mail list for those living in Warren, Rappahannock, Clarke and Frederick counties. The purpose of the group is to encourage local support and to assist in planning home-school outings/gatherings and learning opportunities, as well as to form friendships with fellow home-schoolers. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/warrencountyhschooling.

HELLO (Home Educators Local Learning Organization) is for those living in Clarke, Frederick, Warren, Shenandoah and western Loudoun counties in Virginia, as well as Jefferson County, W.Va. It is for families who wish to connect and share information with other homeschooling families in the area, irrespective of educational methods,

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Love-At-Home, NOVA Latter-day Saint Home Educators in Northern Virginia and Frederick County, coordinates and shares ideas, social events, field trips and unit studies. No membership requirements. No statement of faith. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ group/LoveAtHomeNOVA. Home School Sports Network. Call 540/636-3713 or e-mail info@hspn.net. www.hspn.net Happy Trails: Homeschool Adventures in Virginia is a resource for hands-on study of science, history, art, and more. E-mail mary@trailz.org. www.trailz.org VA Homeschool Chat is a general chat group for Virginia homeschoolers. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ homeschool-va-chat.

NovaUnschoolers is a list for home-schoolers in the northern Virginia area to chat, find support and meet others, and offers information about home-schooling. This list is made up of unschoolers, eclectic and relaxed home-schoolers. To subscribe, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/novaunschoolers.

Home Educators Are Restoring Their Heritage provides encouragement to parents who teach their children at home. Its orientation is Christian, guided by the Bible. E-mail hearth_info@yahoo.com. www.hearth.org The Winchester Area Homeschoolers Association is a voluntary support group for home-schooling families and those interested in home-schooling in the Winchester and Northern Shenandoah Valley areas. Membership is open to any person, regardless of age, race, religious ideology or gender. www.theapplepeel.org Classical Cottage School in Winchester, is an eight-month, one-daya-week Christian cooperative for home-schooling families offering classical curriculum for ages 4 through high school. www.classicalcottageschool.org Sportsplex in Winchester offers physical education classes for the home-school community. This comprehensive program is designed to introduce kids to various sports and fitness activities in a fun, yet educational setting. Classes are offered Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and Open Play is offered Monday from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

The cost is $5 per child per class. Value cards available. 540/8682200 or www.sportsplex.us

Jefferson, Berkeley and Morgan counties, WV The West Virginia Home Educators Association was founded in 1986 to assist home-schooling families. WVHEA is open to everyone, regardless of religion, personal beliefs or educational philosophy. It is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers – home-schooling parents who fit their work for WHEA around the needs of their families. Send e-mail to volunteer@wvhea.org. www.wvhea.org West Virginia Home Schoolers is a support group for home-schoolers in West Virginia that offers support, information and ideas. To join, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/WVAHS/.

Jefferson-Berkeley County Homeschoolers is a support group for home-schoolers, regardless of curriculum or religion. To join, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JBC-Unschool_Homeschool.

TORCH (Traditions of Roman Catholic Homes) meets on the third Thursday of every month after the 10 a.m. Mass at St. James Catholic Church in Charles Town, WV. 304/725-5558 or e-mail info@torchwv.org.

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Outdoor swimming spots MARYLAND Claude M. Potterfield Swimming Pool, 730 Frederick St., Hagerstown. Olympic-sized pool with 118-foot-long water slide, diving boards and separate wading pool. Handicapped-accessible. Swimming lessons available. Lifeguard on duty at all times. Concession stand. Opens Memorial Day weekend. Pool also available for rentals in the evenings. Teen and family nights available. Call 301/733-2599 for hours and rates. E-mail potterfieldpool@hagerstownmd.org.

daily during the summer season (call for dates). Call 540/665-6361 for rates.

Edward P. Thomas Jr. Memorial Swimming Pool, Fleming Avenue in Baker Park, Frederick. Lap pool, wading pool for kids, concession stand and an area for tiny tots. Open daily from Memorial day weekend through Labor Day weekend from 12:30 to 8 p.m. Closed on public school days in August and September. Discounted family nights available. Call 301/663-5666 for daily and seasonal rates.

Jim Barnett Pool, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. Lifeguards on duty at all times. Fifty-meter competition pool, slide, diving boards, infant leisure pool with water toys. Swimming lessons available in indoor pool at same facility. Concession stand. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, noon to 6 p.m. Call 540/667-2699 for rates. www.winchesterva.gov/parks

Greenbrier State Park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD. Manmade lake with beach, bathhouse, grills and picnic tables. Lifeguards are on duty from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Food and drinks sold at camp store. Boat rentals. Weekdays, $3 per person for Maryland residents, $4 per person for out-of-state residents; weekends, $5 per person for Maryland residents, $6 per person for out-of-state residents. Children riding in car seats get in free, as do seniors with Golden Age passes.

A season pass entitles everyone in a car unlimited visits to Greenbrier, as well as other Maryland state parks, through Dec. 31. Call 301/791-4767 for seasonal rates.

Sherando Pool, Splash Avenue, Stephens City, VA. Lifeguards on duty at all times. Separate baby pool; handicapped-accessible pool. Red Cross-certified swimming instruction for ages 5 and older; “water splash” program for infants. Concession stand. Call 540/868-1245 for rates and times.

Martin L. “Marty” Snook Halfway Pool, Halfway Boulevard, Hagerstown. Pool with diving board and separate kiddie pool. Swimming lessons available. Open weekends only beginning Memorial Day weekend, daily from mid-June, noon to 6 p.m. For a fee, the pool can be reserved for private parties from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Call 240/3132700 for daily and seasonal rates.

William R. Diggs Memorial Swimming Pool, Mullinix Park along Carroll Creek, Frederick. Slide, pool basketball and volleyball, kiddie pool and concession stand. Open daily from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Call for times. Discounted family nights and seasonal passes available. Call 301/694-9827 for rates.

WEST VIRGINIA Berkeley Springs State Park, 2 S. Washington St., Berkeley Springs, WV. Lifeguard on duty at all times. Pool opens Memorial Day and is open daily through the summer season. Concession stand. Call 304/258-2711 for fee and season pass information.

Cacapon State Park, U.S. 522, 9 miles south of Berkeley Springs, W.Va. Lake with a wide beach and lifeguards on duty. Separate area reserved for rowboats and paddle boats. Open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call 304/258-1022 for rates and times.

Jefferson Memorial Park Pool, South Mildred Street and Forest Avenue, Charles Town, WV. Separate baby pool. Open after school

St. Thomas More Academy is an independent elementary and middle school teaching in a strong Catholic tradition. Call us to make an appointment to tour the school, meet faculty, and get to know some of the students and their families.

VIRGINIA Berryville Swimming Pool, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. Lifeguard on duty at all times.

Separate children’s pool. Diving board. Red Crosscertified swimming instruction for ages 6 months and older. Concession stand. Pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call 540/9555158 for hours and rates.

Clearbrook Pool, Brucetown Road off US 11; halfway between Inwood, WV, and Winchester.

Lifeguards on duty at all times. Separate baby pool; two diving boards; handicapped-accessible. Red Cross-certified swimming instruction for ages 5 and older; “water splash” program for infants. Concession stand. Pool open from noon to 6 p.m. on weekends beginning Memorial Day weekend and

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purchase a daylong pass, which can be applied toward membership fee for those deciding to join. Swimming lessons available for ages 6 months and older. Scuba lessons, water therapy and water exercise classes available. Free child care with family membership. 301/7393990 or www.ymcahagerstown.org.

Lambert Park, Woodbury Avenue, Martinsburg. Lifeguard on duty at all times.Water slide and separate baby pool. Concession stand. Pool opens Memorial Day weekend, then is open daily after the last day of school. Call 304/263-1614 for rates and times.

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War Memorial Park, Tennessee Avenue, Martinsburg. Two side-byside pools, one heated with graduated depth up to 5 feet with sprinkler and other water toys. Second pool designed for lap swimmers. Red Cross-certified swimming instruction for ages 6 months and older. Concession stand. Pools open weekends beginning Memorial Day weekend, then daily beginning the day after school ends. Call 304/264-4842 for rates and times.

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Indoor swimming spots MARYLAND YMCA, 1100 N. Eastern Boulevard, Hagerstown. Two pools. Not open to the public, but memberships are available, and nonmembers can

Jim Barnett Pool, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. Lifeguard on duty at all times. Swimming lessons available for all ages. Diving board. Call 540/667-2699 for public swim times. Rates vary depending on state residency.

Charles Town Athletic Club, 620 E. Washington St., Charles Town, WV. Swimming lessons for infants and children offered year-round though Jefferson County Parks and Recreation. Memberships for the pool are available. Call 304/728-3002 for schedule and rates.

Shepherd University Pool and Wellness Center, Shepherdstown, WV. Memberships are available, or swimmers can pay per visit. Swimming lessons available. Pool can be rented privately for a fee. Call for hours, as schedule might fluctuate. $8 for adults; $5 for seniors and those younger than 16. 304/876-5471 or www.shepherdwellness.com.

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Critters & Conservation brings learning alive with interactive, animal presentations in the tri-state area. Invite some of our critters to your event to reap the benefits of children’s love for learning. See us at Martinsburg Mall Sat., March 27! 304-725-3200 www.crittersandconservation.com.

Educare Learning Center, located on 22 nature-enriched acres in Jefferson, Md., is a place to “grow” happy, healthy children. Strong family involvement component includes exciting monthly events. We don’t only enroll the child, we enroll the entire family! Call 301-834-9007 or visit www.educatewithcare.com..

Faith Christian Academy. Academic excellence with a Biblical world view. Pre-K4 through 12th grade. Online Grading & Homework. 138 Greensburg Road, Martinsburg. 304/2630011. For more info, visit www.faithchristianacademy.net.

Friends Meeting school, PreK–High School. Exciting summer camp offerings that could produce a young chef, underwater explorer, Hawaiian island tour guide, international artist & more! 54-acre campus minutes from I-270 & I -70; Award winning character education program; Challenging curriculum featuring Spanish, Computer Lab, etc. Excellent Performing Arts Program showcased annually at the Weinberg Theatre. 301-798-0288. www.friendsmeetingschool.org Kathryn Stocco, RN. Offering presentations about toxins in our daily environment and how to avoid them. Schedule a

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seminar or consultation about disease prevention, nutrition, and living green. Great fundraising program for schools and non-profits. Call Kathryn at 540- 662 -4120.

The Light of the Child Montessori School in Shepherdstown accepts 3- to 5-year-olds. Diversified curriculum: mathematics, language arts, practical life, sensorial, geography, Spanish, sign language, art and music Lessons. Call 304-268-7075 or 304-268-9429.

Meadows Montessori is an authentic Montessori childcentered environment for infants-age 5. Now enrolling for summer and fall 2010. Our beautiful new facility has brand new playground equipment and Montessori materials to engage the children in hands-on, manipulative learning activities. Our certified and experienced teachers guide the children through active, self-directed learning that allow children to set their own pace of learning, gain self-confidence, and achieve independence. Special introductory rates. 301662-8910.

Mother Seton School. Affordable, quality education in a Catholic Christian environment for Pre-K - Grade 8. Bus transportation, before and after care. Make an investment that lasts a lifetime. Call for information or to schedule a tour at 301-447-3161; or visit www.mothersetonschool.org.

Norborne Preschool and Day Care Center Inc. provides a quality and affordable preschool atmosphere for ages 2 to 12. Open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. MountainHeart certificates accepted. United Wayfunded. Call 304-263-2298 for more information.

St. Thomas More Academy is a PreK – grade 8 independent school offering a Catholic curriculum with a classical liberal arts approach, focusing on extensive reading, writing skills and the art of critical thinking. STMA is a member of the National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools and is certified by the Maryland State Department of Education. Visit STMA at www.stmamd.org or 3989 Buckeystown Pike in Buckeystown, MD, or call 301-874-9014.

Trinity School of Frederick is an independent school offering students in grades kindergarten through eight a topquality liberal arts education. Trinity integrates the arts and

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Family Support Services March of Dimes, Saving Babies Together. Improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. Berkeley Co. walk April 24 at War Memorial Park, Jefferson Co. walk May 8 at Morgan Grove Park. Contact 304-263-2003 or email sjanelle@ marchofdimes.com. www.marchforbabies.org.

Sitters4U, A 5 Star Service. Babysitting, clean sitting, house sitting, pet sitting and tutor sitting. Providing a sitter to care for your children and pets, in the comfort of their home, or let us help your children with one of our tutors. www.sitters4u.net 703-297-6451 Valley Cleaning Services. All of our services are customizable to suit your individual needs. No Contracts required for residential services. "Economy House Cleaning Package" covers a deep scrubbing-sanitizing of your kitchen and bathroom areas. Most homes cleaned for only $50/visit. www.valcs.com 540-336-2843 WIC, the Women, Infants and Children Program of Frederick County, Md., is a health and nutrition program serving pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women, infants and children younger than 5. Health screenings, nutrition counseling, checks for healthy foods. Promotes breast-feeding through our breast-feeding coordinator and peer counselor. Call 301-600-2507.

Fitness and Sports Come play soccer with us! Authentic AYSO approved curriculum, professional coaches, professional support and promotions. Membership growth and outreach opportunities through camps being introduced to non-AYSO areas and families. Proceeds directly help AYSO and local regions www.jcysl.org 304-876-AYSO (2976) Competitive Edge Gymnastics is committed to fostering a positive, healthy learning environment. Gymnastics develops coordination, improves flexibility and builds strength. We are

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The EPIC (Eastern Panhandle Inter-County) soccer club, founded in 1994, is the premier sanctioned travel soccer club in the Eastern Panhandle. EPIC offers competitive soccer opportunities for the area’s children at a level not available in recreational soccer leagues. Experienced coaches, challenging league play and tournaments, motivated teammates, excellent sportsmanship, and above all, fun!

This is the EPIC experience. www.epicsoccer.org.

Frederick Gymnastics Club. Mid-Maryland’s largest gymnastics program. Fun, fitness focused programs in a stateof-the-art, 18,000 sq. ft., air-conditioned facility. Noncompetitive recreational program offers a wide range of classes for children 18 months to 18 years. 301-695-9414 www.frederickgymnastics.com Horseback Riding. Come ride wooded trails to relax or participate in a group lesson to learn riding skills. Instructor is ARIA certified. Able bodied and disabled riders accepted. Also offer pony parties for your favorite occasion. Call for appointment 304-283-7726 or e-mail lesliecromer@aol.com Little Gym-Winchester. A beneficial program for infants and toddlers. Moms and dads join in the exploration of basic motor skills while encouraging their kids to listen, observe, and interact. Call 540-662.0411 or visit www.tlgwinchester-va.com Join the Washington County Show Kids and experience incredible opportunities! Baton twirling, dance-twirl teams, theater performance for ages 3 and above. Call today!

301-733-1833 or visit online at www.washingtoncountyshowkids.com Western Masters Karate Systems. Staying safe was never so much fun! A dynamic, exciting, progressive martial arts system. Ages 4- Adults. Located in downtown Martinsburgoffering Tae Kwon Do, Karate, Grappling, Self Defense, Weapons, Confidence, Self-Discipline, Courage & Respect. www.westernmasterskarate.com 304-676-9440.

Capital Women’s Care, Frederick OB/GYN Division, provides gynecological, obstetrical and urogynecological services, as well as osteoporosis testing. Our physicians and nurse practitioners are committed to helping you attain the highest possible level of wellness. Visit us at www.marylandobgyn.com. 301/663-6171.

Dr. Heather H. Gibson is a comprehensive family dentist in Winchester, VA, offering a complete array of dental services in a warm and inviting environment including check-up & cleaning, comprehensive exams & x-rays, resin restorations, crowns, permanent bridges, implants, bonding, veneers, whitening & bleaching. Visit www.drheathergibson.com or call 540-535-1046.

Dr. Pearlman & Dr. Newman specialize in all areas of children’s dental health, oral growth and development, we see children of all ages. Our doctors and our entire staff, provide you the highest standard of personalized dental care with a gentle, efficient and professional manner. Call 301-797-6950 or visit www.drspearlmanandseidman.com The Pediatric Center of Frederick is your comprehensive center for well child care, immunizations, consultations, allergy shots, emergency services, and care for acute and chronic illnesses! We are a physician-owned practice established to provide excellence in medical care to infants, children and adolescents. 301-662-0133.

Pediatric Dental Center of Frederick is committed to educating both parents and patients in dental hygiene. Offering the most up-to-date treatment for your child’s dental needs, including dental care for children of all ages (infantsadolescents). Accepts most insurances. 301-668-2662 or www.mykiddsmiles.com WVU Women’s Center offers an array of health services for women and children, including family-centered maternity care services and specially trained pediatric staff. For more information about our OB/GYNs and pediatricians, call 304725-2038 or visit www.wvumaternity.com

Fun and Entertainment

Music, Dance and Performing Arts

Discovery Station at Hagerstown - Enjoy hands-on experiences that stimulate a curiosity for discovery, exploration and further investigation by all ages to foster life-long learning.

See Triceratop skull, Titanic 15’ replica, Cessna 150, C&O Canal, VISION and NASA exhibits, much more. Bring own lunch to Explorer Cafe. Visit www.discoverystation.org The Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum ignites creativity, sparks curiosity and inspires learning in patrons of all ages by providing a rich variety of interactive, hands-on exhibits and programs that focus on the sciences and mathematics, the humanities and the arts. Hands-on learning is what we do best! Call 540-722-2020 or visit www.discoverymuseum.net.

Swirly Curls Face Painting. Professional face painting, balloon twisting and glitter tattoos -- perfect for any party or event! Public liability insurance, FDA-compliant face paints and background check for your peace of mind! Visit www.swirlycurls.com or call 304-676-6394.

Washington County Free Library offers story times, a summer reading club and other seasonal programs for children. Library services at 100 S. Potomac St. in Hagerstown and 7 additional locations throughout the county, plus electronic library at www.washcolibrary.org 301-739-3250 Weinberg Center for the Arts. A showcase for performing arts in Frederick, The Weinberg Center plays a valuable role in our local and regional arts communities. The Center offers a wide range of dramatic, musical, artistic and educational programs. Call 301-600-2828 or visit www.weinbergcenter.org.

The WV Book Faire celebrates the love of reading! Our 2010 events include: book signings, children’s activities, an Edible Books Contest, Meet the Author dinner featuring Dave Pelzer, lunch with Cokie Roberts, historic activities, and much more. Visit www.wvbook.org.

ACT TOO Theater Company, providing Frederick County, MD and surrounding area, youth with theatrical training and performance opportunities since January 2006. Also offering group voice classes, dance for actors classes, and has a traveling performance group, Entourage Incognito. www.acttoo.com 304-725-0321 Dance Dimensions of Hedgesville, LLC provides quality dance education in a positive and encouraging environment.

Classes include: ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, modern, Irish-step and yoga. Programs for ages 3 through adult start at $38 a month. Visit dancewv.com for information.

Dance Unlimited at the Performing Arts Factory offers classes in dance, acting, and voice in four modern studios and our 100+ seat theatre. Enrollments are ongoing. Director, Donna B. Grim. Call 301-662-3722 or visit online at www.PERFORMINGARTSFACTORY.com for more information.

Ellsworth Music Supply & Repair. Music lessons, new and used instruments and equipment. Music Together® is a music and movement class for children birth-age 5 and a parent/caregiver. FREE demo classes. Charles Town, WV 304-728-7060 and Shepherdstown, WV 304-876-1936. www.ellsworthmusicsupply.com For twenty-five years, The Frederick Children’s Chorus has been focused on a most important mission; teaching children to sing. Children in the chorus explore their musical talents, further their learning, participate in professional performances, and interact socially with other like-minded children. For more information, visit www.fredcc.org Shenandoah Conservatory Arts Academy (SCAA) is your community source for quality instruction in the arts. SCAA is a non-profit organization offering private instrumental lessons; both Suzuki and traditional, early childhood music (Musikgarten), theatre, fencing, choir, orchestra, and dance.

540-665-4602 or www.su.edu/conservatory/scaa.

Shepherdstown School of Dance offers a variety of dance classes with an excellent atmosphere. We offer ballet, jazz, and tap for toddlers thru adults, all ages welcome.

304.876.8277 or www.shepherdstownschoolofdance.com.

Walker Performing Arts is a performing arts education program for children ages 3 to 18. We offer classes in theater, voice and theatrical production. WPA offers classes year round, including our ever-popular summer musical camp series. Our

Medical Dr. Elise Abromson is a Licensed Psychologist specializing in therapy with children, teens, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment problems, divorce issues, school issues, attention and behavior problems, as well as other difficulties. Contact information: 301-712-9015 ext. 1018 or email drelise@doctorelise.com.

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Photographers Let Anna G Photography capture your precious moments!

Specializing in black-and-white child/senior portraiture. Don’t wait any longer! Why? Because today is the pitter patter of tiny feet, but tomorrow they’ll be “all grown up.” Let Anna capture everything in between! Call 304-839-2681 or visit www.annagphotography.com.

Julie Napier Photography Weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, headshots, and portraits in the Shenandoah Valley and Metro DC areas. My goals are to provide high-quality photography at a reasonable price, to provide friendly service (you should like your photographer) and to have fun! Call 703-505-7959 or visit www.julienapearphotography.com Snips and Snails Photography is the tri-state premier photography specialist for maternity, newborn, child and teen portrait art. The boutique studio is known for beautiful naturallight portraiture and offers custom framing, canvases, pressprinted books and cards, photo bags & jewelry. 717-597-0952

Shopping Enkore Kids specializes in new and “previously loved” toys, clothing & equipment for newborns through age 12. Unlike consignment, we buy most items for cash or store credit upfront at the time of your appointment. New items include Melissa & Doug, Webkinz, Cloth Diapers, Ergo, & Moby. 146 S. Main St., Boonsboro. Call 301-668-0837 or 240-329-2121 or visit www.EnkoreKids.com.

Lullaby Lu Children’s Boutique, Shepherdstown, WV. Lullaby Lu offers apparel from preemie to size 10, including layette and christening, and also offers comfortable infant carriers, fashionable diaper bags, keepsake gifts, unique infant toys, and fine nursery furniture, bedding and accessories. Call 304-876-9308 or visit www.lullabylu.com.

Shepherdstown’s One Two Kangaroo Toy Store offers a fabulous variety of award-winning toys, games, arts & crafts supplies, science kits and much more! Our unique toys are designed to inspire and complement a child’s natural creativity and imagination. Visit www.onetwokangaroo.com.

Tot Swap, is a consignment sale for babies, kids, and teens that helps thousands of Maryland families sell their used toys, clothes, and equipment, and find other gently-used items that are “new” to them. Frederick Fairgrounds, March 31-April 3.

More information at www.totswap.net or call 301-330-2678.

Summer Programs Camp Motorsport, a car and kart driving camp for kids ages 8-16! Campers drive at a real racetrack, enjoy traditional summer camp activities, motorsports-related sciences, and safe driver education. At VIRginia International Raceway, near Danville Virginia. No prior driving experience required. Visit www.campmotorsport.com.

Car-Rey, The Pro Soccer Academy. 14th anniversary Soccer Camp held July 19-23 at Western Heights Middle School, Hagerstown. Basic camp for ages 6-16, Advanced Skills camp for 12 & up and Goal Keeper camp for ages 10 & up. Call Carlos Reyes at 240-472-1164, email carreysoccer@ aol.com Children of America’s CAMP WOW delivers customcreated programs designed to keep your child engaged all summer long. CAMP WOW is all about the WOW of summer.

Call center director for details: Jamie Morris, Abrams Crossing Winchester, 540-667-7003 and Rhiannon Bolden, Stephens City, VA, 540-868-2700. www.childrenofamerica.com HCC College for Kids. Our college for kids offers 60 quality, hands-on programs, experienced instruction & administration, team supervised & comfortable classroom environment for your child to learn and explore. To learn more, call 301-790-2800, ext. 236. www.hagerstowncc.edu/kids SummerQuest at Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy is a day camp structured with weekly interactive themes to provide students opportunities to enjoy their summer and learn at the same time. SummerQuest runs June 14 - August 27. For more information call 540.869.4600 or visit www.svca.net.

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June 7-August 13 Weekly sessions for ages 4 and up (ages vary by session) Activities focus on horseback riding and learning about horses. Everyone rides twice daily and has a barm lesson on horse care. We also offer crafts and water games. Every Friday there is a mini horse show and parents and guests are invited as campers show what they have learned, followed by a pizza party and awards. $225/week. Discount for a second week or a second child.

Registration/contact: www.heritageharvest.com or Elizabeth Smedley 301223-6731.

Adventure Park USA Summer Camp

Manidokan Camp & Retreat Center

11113 West Baldwin Road. New Market, MD 21774 Starting June 14, weekly sessions from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. for ages 4-13 Extended care from 7-8 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.

Finally! A camp children and parents can both appreciate. Children of all ages will enjoy cool and exciting field trips each week, while wild and crazy weekly themes keep them excited and wanting more! Parents will enjoy the peace of mind that comes along with knowing your child is having fun and being taken care of by attentive and enthusiastic staff. $175/week + $15 registration fee. Registration/contact: www.adventureparkacademy.com or Cathy at 301-865-6800 x107.

1600 Harpers Ferry Road, Knoxville, MD 21758 June 20-August 20 One week residential camps for Ages entering grades 2-12 Manidokan offers children, youth and families a chance to have a great week at camp. Programs include Adventure camp, Mini weeks, Superhero Camp, Sports camp, Wet & Wild, Late Night, Rocketry, Rollercoaster and much more.

Activities for all campers include, swimming, hiking to historic Harper’s Ferry, rafting the Potomac, arts & crafts, talent shows, campfires, climbing wall, zip line, low ropes course, field games, and more. All programs have a Christian education focus. $425-$1,000. Registration/Contact: Summer Camp Office, PO Box 429, Churchton, MD 20733 or www.bwccampsandretreats.com.

Car-Rey Soccer Camp

Camp Sandy Cove, Rt 1 Box 471, North East, MD 21901-5436

Western Heights Middle School, Marshall Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 July 19-23 for ages 6 and up (ages vary by camp) Basic Camp for 6-16 is 8:30 a.m.-noon for $120; Advanced Skills Camp for 12 and up playing Selected/Travel or High School players is 3:30-6:30 p.m. for $150; Goal Keeper Camp for 10 and up is 8:30-noon for $150. Registration/contact: Carlos Reyes 240-472-1164 or carreysoccer@aol.com.

June 27-August 8 Weekly sessions for ages 7-15 Camp Sandy Cove is a Christian camp for boys and girls ages 7-15. We offer weekly sessions that are full of fun, excitement and personal growth. $515/week. Registration/contact: 443-674-9454 or www.campsandycove.org.

Fun Camp 2010 (Theatre Camp for young performers).

Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick MD 21701 June 21-July 30. Two-week sessions Mon.-Fri. for ages 7-16 (ages vary by session) FUN CAMP 2010 is a two-week long theatre experience for young performers.

The camp is led by professional staff members from The Maryland Ensemble Theatre/Fun Company. Participants will be introduced to all of the elements of theatre including acting, voice and movement, musical theatre, stage makeup, set design, prop construction, costume design, and more! Students will also rehearse and prepare for a production specifically tailored to them. The production is presented to the public at The Maryland Ensemble Theatre. $380. Registration/contact: 301-694-4744, email jherber@ marylandensemble.org or www.marylandensemble.org.

Girls Inc. Summer Activities Program Summer Day Camp 626 Washington Ave., Hagerstown, MD June 14-August 6. Weekly sessions 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for ages 6-18 Our summer activities program offers a variety of age-appropriate activities.

Girls have a fun and safe environment to release energy and be creative. We use several places to conduct our summer activities including our facility, the pool, area parks, and field trip locations. Our delivery strategy allows us to build relationships with all girls and to get them involved in activities in which they can learn and develop new skills. Activities include swimming 3 days a week, field trips once a week, sports, arts and crafts, recreational games, computers, science, and much more. $60/non members and $40/members.

Registration/contact: Amy Hiet 301-733-5430 or email Amyh@girlsinc-md.org.

Grace Academy Summer Camp 13321 Cearfoss Pike, Hagerstown, MD. June 7-August 13. Day camp for students ages 4-12 (students separated by age). Drop off from 7 a.m. and pick-up as late as 5:30 p.m.

Weekly themes include sports, science, computer, academic and performing arts camps. $125/week for 8 or more weeks or $150/week for individual weeks. Registration/contact: www.graceacademyonline.org or Brian Kelley, 301-733-2033.

HCC College for Kids Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Dr., Hagerstown, MD. A summer enrichment program for grades 1-10 Over 60 quality hands-on programs. Schedules and costs vary by theme and week. Registration/contact: 301-790-2800, ext. 236, myersa@ hagerstowncc.edu or www.hagerstowncc.edu/kids.

Heritage Harvest Farm Horse Camp 17159 Sprecher Road, Boonsboro, MD 21713

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Summer Equestrian Adventures Star Equestrian Center, 13674 Greencastle Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740 June 21-August 6 Weekly sessions run 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for ages 6-14 $250/ week. Registration/contact: 301-791-6222.

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Walker Performing Arts, 806 Frederick Street Hagerstown MD 21740 Musical Theater Summer Camps: Bye Bye Birdie; Saturday Night Live!; Winnie the Pooh & Tigger, Too; Fame Winnie: June 21-25, SNL June 29-July 3, Bye Bye Birdie: July 5-16, Fame: Aug 2-13 for ages 3-12th grade Children build musical theater fundamentals with a fully, professionally produced show at the end of camp. $200-$400/camp. Registration/contact: www.mytheaterarts.com or 301-991-06111

Washington County Recreation Department’s Summer Youth Day Camps 2010 June 21-August 6 (weekly) for ages 5-12; times vary by location Boonsboro Middle School, 1 J-H Wade Dr., Boonsboro, MD 21713 Smithsburg Veteran’s Park, 68 W. Water St, Smithsburg, MD 21783 Williamsport Elementary School, 1 S. Clifton Dr., Williamsport, Md. 21795 Hancock Jr/Sr High School Community Gym, 289 W. Main St., Hancock, MD 21750 Maugansville Elementary, 18023 Maugans Ave., Maugansville, MD 21767 Marty Snook Park, 17901 Halfway Blvd., Hagerstown, MD 21740 Our day camps are an exciting, safe and affordable option for summer fun.

Campers will be encouraged to try new things and make new friends. Interaction and participation are our #1 goal. Children will participate in athletics, games, skating, crafts, swimming and team building projects. Speakers will visit the camp to present the children with tobacco awareness, nutrition, gang awareness, k-9 police patrol, magic, and stranger danger. Our qualified staff are background checked and CPR/First Aid Certified annually. Costs vary by location. Registration/contact: 240-313-2805 or www.washco-md.net.

West River Center, 5100 Chalk Point Rd, West River, MD 20778 June 20-August 6. One-week residential camps for ages entering grades 2-12, Adults Sailing and Grandparents Camp West River Center is located along one mile of waterfront off the Chesapeake Bay. Programs offered include Discovery Camps, Sailing Camps various levels, Grandparents Camp, Faith Mission camp, Camp Awesome, Ultimate Middle School camp, Bike Camp and Mini week. Activities for campers include swimming pool, canoeing, motorboat rides, tubing, sailing, archery, arts and crafts, climbing wall, giant swing, talent shows, campfires, field games, basketball and volleyball, nature and ecology studies, and much more! $425$610. Registration/Contact: Summer Camp Office, PO Box 429, Churchton MD 20733

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PENNSYLVANIA Camp Joy El, 3741 Joy-El Drive, Greencastle, PA 17225 June 15-July 30. Day camps for students in grades K-5 run Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Most overnight camps for students K-12 run Sun. 4 p.m.-Fri. 7 p.m. Mini Camp week runs Tues. 4 p.m.-Fri. 7 p.m. Age groups vary week to week.

Camp Joy El is nondenominational Christian camp providing summer camps for children and youth in grades K-12. Camp Joy El is known for a strong biblical teaching emphasis, scripture memorization, and “life to life” relationship mentoring between campers and counselors. Overnight camp $269; Mini-camp $176; Day Camp $114. Registration/contact: 717-369-4539 or www.joyel.org.

Gettysburg College Volleyball Camp, 300 N. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 July 11-15 for girls entering 6-12 grades The Gettysburg College Women’s Volleyball Camp is directed by Alexa Keckler, the head women’s coach at Gettysburg College. The main goals of the camp are to provide specialized individual instruction designed to take you and your team to the next level. We will accomplish this through a positive, hard working approach to teaching and learning. It is our goal that each camper leaves as a more skilled individual and thus a more valuable team player. $365 for overnight; $290 for day camper. Registration/contact: 717-337-6410 or athletic_camps/volleyball_camp.dot

PAVAN: Performing & Visual Arts, Northwest Summer Regional Governor’s School One-week regional summer camps for rising 1st – 6th graders!

Two-week intensive instruction for high school students {Call by April 30 for audition details!}

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Camp SuperKids. Hunting Ridge Retreat Center, 1011 Hunting Ridge Road, Winchester, VA 22603 June 15-17. Day Camp for ages 6-8, Overnight Camp for ages 8-12 A medically supervised summer camp for children with asthma, sponsored by Valley Health and the Winchester Medical Center Foundation. $40 overnight camp, $20 day camp. Registration/contact: Winchester Medical Center Respiratory Services, 540-536-8941.

Children of America – CAMP WOW! Abrams Crossing – Winchester, 631 W. Jubal Early Dr., Winchester, VA 22601 Stephens City, 201 Centre Dr., Suite 101, Stephens City, VA 22655 June 14-August 20, Mon.-Fri. 6:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. for ages 5-12 Only CAMP WOW delivers custom-created programs designed to keep your child engaged all summer long. CAMP WOW is all about the WOW of summer.

SIGN-UP AND DIVE IN! Call Center Director for cost and details. Registration/contact: Abrams Crossing – Winchester, Jamie Morris (540) 667-7003 or coawinchester@childrenofamerica.com; Stephens City, Rhiannon Bolden (540) 868-2700 or coastephenscityva@childrenofamerica.com. www.childrenofamerica.com.

4 Star Camps. University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA and Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY. Camp Office: P.O. Box 3387, Falls Church, VA 22043 June 27-August 6 for ages 11-18 Offering academics, tennis, golf, basketball, soccer, fitness at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville since 1975 and new in 2010 introducing full-day tennis program at Stony Brook University in New York. Cost varies $875$3395. Registration/contact: Marietta Naramore, 1-800-334-7827, info@4starcamps.com.

PAVAN: Performing & Visual Arts, Northwest Summer Regional Governor’s School, Shenandoah Conservatory Arts Academy, 203 S. Cameron St., Winchester, VA 22601 SCAA is a division of Shenandoah University One-week regional summer camps for rising 1st-6th graders. Two-week intensive instruction July 5-16 for high school students. Registration/contact: Shirley Dunsmore 540-665-1294, sdunsmor@su.edu, www.pavanw.com

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SUMMER CAMPS, continued from page 39 Performing Arts Camp at Shenandoah University, Winchester, VA June 27-July 11 for high school, ages 14-18 Offering dynamic and educational programs in string orchestra, wind ensemble, voice, piano, dance and creative writing! We also offer many performance opportunities, including a soloist and concerto competition and private lessons. $1750 residential, $1100 commuter. Registration/contact: www.su.edu/pac Powhatan Summer Camps Powhatan School, 49 Powhatan Lane, Boyce,VA 22620 June 21-July 9. Three One-Week sessions, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages rising K-grade 5 Camp Chickahominy (rising K-4) is a traditional day camp offering a variety of activities. Powhatan Sports Camp (rising 2-5) focuses on a number of skills with an emphasis on teamwork and personal achievement. Both camps hike on an area trail, travel to a local pool, and end the week with a camp-sponsored pizza lunch and water slide fun. Daily healthy snack, camp photo, and tee shirt included in camp fees. $225 per week, discount for multiple weeks (same camper ). Registration/contact: Tammy Stone-Conrad 837-1009, ext 244 or tsc@powhatans.org.

Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester, VA June 21-August 13 for children ages 3 years-grade 6 Leap into art, science and crafts this summer with a hands-on exploration of the amazing world we live in. Campers can expect to get messy while learning to see the world with the vision of the artist and scientific explorer. Register early to guarantee a spot. $95/person for members, $125/non-members unless otherwise noted, which covers all costs of supplies, simple snacks, and instructors. Registration/contact: 540-722-2020. www.discoverymuseum.net

SummerQuest 2010 Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy, 4701 Valley Pike, Stephens City, VA June 14-August 27. Full and half-day programs for ages 4-12 A fun summer day camp that combines learning with play. Different themes each week. Attend daily, weekly, monthly or all summer. Registration/contact: 540-8694600, info@svca.net, www.svca.net

WLT for KIDS drama workshop/production camp 315 W. Boscawen Street, Winchester, VA 22601 June 5-July 18 for ages middle school-high school. Auditions: May 15 and 16.

22 students will work together, under the guidance of adults, to learn acting skills, put together a production entitled “The Trial of the Big Bad Wolf”, as well as help with set development. Minimal cost. Registration/contact: 540-662-3331.

WEST VIRGINIA Audubon Discovery Camp Yankauer Nature Preserve, Whiting’s Neck Road, Shepherdstown WV 25443 June 14-July 23. Weekly sessions 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 6-12 Hands-on, experiential learning for small groups of 8 to 10 children. Our goal for campers is to gain a better understanding of their role in the natural world. 2010 sessions include “Earth Artists,” “Camp Survivor,” “Dirt!” “Dirty Jobs,” “Wildlife CSI,” and “The Ways of the Bay.” $125/week. Registration/contact: 304-676-8739, pvasprograms@comcast.net or www.potomacaudubon.org.

Camp Greenbrier for Boys, Route 12, Alderson, WV 24910 June 27 - August 7 for boys 7-15 (traditional summer camp); boys 16-18 (leadership program) A tradition of fun since 1898, Camp Greenbrier for Boys is located in the Alleghany Mountains along the beautiful Greenbrier River. Owned and operated by the same family since 1948. The climate is ideal with warm days for swimming and outdoor activities and cool nights for great sleeping. $2,525 for one term; $4,400.00 for full season. Registration/contact: 888-226-7427, woofus@juno.com or www.campgreenbrier.com

Children First CDC Clubhouse Summer Camp 95 Children’s Way; off Route 9 across from the DMV in Kearneysville June 9-August 27 for age 5-12 (child must have completed kindergarten) Children will be “Traveling Around the World” this summer and be engaged in activities that include science and discovery, art and music, dramatic play and children’s cooking, and physical education / sports camps. The weekly themes will be enhanced with bi-weekly field trips. Locations include, but are not limited to, swimming, bowling, Watermine Waterpark, Natural History Museum, Antietam Recreation and Battlefield, and Hershey Park! Call for tuition rates and activity fee.

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Dance Dimensions of Hedgesville, LLC Hedgesville Road, Martinsburg Various week long dance camps in July and August for ages 3-high school Leap into summer with dance! Youth dance camps are an excellent way to introduce students to a broader range of dance experiences in a fun, hands-on atmosphere. Emily Burnell, Director (B.A. Dance, B.S. Dance Education, B.A. Elementary Education) Register by Friday, June 18 and take $5 off your camp. For dates, additional times, program details, and registration: 304-671-3688 or www.dancewv.com

Summer Camps 2010 Dance camps, for ages 3 and up are an excellent way to introduce students to a broader range of dance experiences in a fun, creative atmosphere.

For a camp brochure, visit dancewv.com *Take $5 off the camp price by enrolling before June 18th.

Horseback Riding Camps. Majestic Reins Stable, 4937 Shepherdstown Pike, Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 June 21-25 for ages 10 to 16 and July 12-15 for ages 5-9. Both run 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

June camp $225, July camp $185 with discount for siblings at both camps.

Registration/contact: Leslie Cromer 304-283-7726 or 304-876-6500. www.majesticreinsstable.com

Emily Burnell, Director B.A. Dance & B.S. Dance/Elem. Ed.

304-671-3688

Spring Break Sports Camp Jefferson County Parks & Recreation, Jefferson County Community Center, 235 Sam Michael’s Lane, Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 April 5-9 from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m for ages 6-13.

Campers will have the opportunity to experience a variety of sports and games which might include flag football, kickball, waffle ball, badminton, floor hockey, archery, basketball, volleyball, and arts & craft activities. Campers must bring a packed lunch, snack and water bottle each day. $75. Registration/contact: (304) 728-3207, www.jcprc.org

Jefferson County Parks & Recreation Jefferson County Community Center, 235 Sam Michael’s Lane, Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 and various parks in the county June 7-August 20 in weekly sessions for ages 5 and up, ages vary by camp A variety of camps are offered including several sports, play and learning camps from science to jewelry making and even a survival camp. Costs vary by camp theme/week. Registration/contact: (304) 728-3207, www.jcprc.org

Shepherd University Summer Jazz Camp Shepherd University Frank Arts Center, 301 N. King St., Shepherdstown, WV 25443 June 14-18 for students who have completed grades 8-12 Spend a week studying jazz with some of the region’s top jazz performers.

Highlights of the camp include jazz band rehearsals and a concert, individual and group coaching, combo/improvisation classes, theory classes, master classes, and faculty performances. $250 (includes all lunches and dinner on Friday) Registration/contact: Lisa Oswald, 304-876-5555 or loswald@shepherd.edu

Classes for School Age Children: Theater * Voice * New workshop session starting in March * Musical Theater Summer Camps: Bye Bye * Birdie; Saturday Night Live!; Winnie the

Washington High School Patriot Soccer Summer Camp

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300 Patriot Drive, Charles Town, WV 25414 June 14-18 from 8:45 a.m.-1 p.m. for boys and girls, ages 6-15 Washington High School coaches and varsity players will teach age-appropriate soccer skills; players will translate lessons learned into scrimmages. $70 prior to May 14, $85 after. Registration/contact: Kevin Robins, Head Coach, Washington HS Boys Soccer, whssoccercoach@gmail.com

Childhood Arts Based Day Classes * Early Create & Learn Age 3 & 4 in Hagerstown, MD 301-991-0611 * Locations and Leesburg, VA 703-728-4021

Whiting’s Neck Equestrian Center Summer Horsemanship Camp Conveniently located between Martinsburg and Shepherdstown WV at 391 Steeplechase Lane, Martinsburg WV 25404 June 7-20 weekly sessions for ages 7-16 Summertime at Whiting’s Neck Equestrian Center (WNEC) is a fun, active, and healthy place to learn about and love horses. Relaxed, informal atmosphere where safety and fun are experienced hand in hand with horseback riding, hands’ on lessons, trail rides, games on horseback, a mock horse show, and learning about the history and care of horses. 1-2 weeks $325/week, discounts for additional weeks. Board for student’s own horse is additional $50/week. Registration/contact: 304-274-1210, whitingsneckeqcenter@yahoo.com or www.whitingsneckfarm.com/ id3.html

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Read Across America Day. The National Education Association sponsors this program to celebrate reading on or around Dr. Seuss’s birthday. www.nea.org/readacross.

to April 27 “New Hori2 zons,” William M. Brish Planetarium, central offices of

Through March 28 Youth Art Month show, Maryland Ice House Artists’ Co-op Gallery, Independence and Mercer streets, Berkeley Springs, WV. Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

304/258-2300 or www.macicehouse.org.

40 Days for Life Hagerstown, Sidewalk of 160 W. Washington St., downtown Hagerstown. The quadstate community is one of 165 cities coast to coast joining together for the largest and longest coordinated pro-life mobilization in history. 40 Days for Life is a pro-life effort that consists of: 40 days of prayer and fasting, 40 days of peaceful vigil,40 days of community outreach. www.40daysforlife.com/ hagerstown

Through April 3 “The Amazing Interactive Adventure,” Fun Company Family Theater Series, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Saturdays, 2 p.m. No show on Mar. 20. Adventure on a hot air balloon, in a submarine or through the jungle—the audience controls the action. $12.

301/694-4744 or www.marylandensemble.org.

Through April 25 “Cinderella” Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre and Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. Fairy tale with a Way Off Broadway flair. 301/662-6600 or www.wayoffbroadway.com.

Washington County Schools, 823 Commonwealth Ave., Hagerstown.

Tuesdays, if Washington County Public Schools are in session.

7 p.m. NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft is en route to Pluto.

Learn about the trip to the icy dwarf plant. $3, adults; $2, children and students. 301/766-2898 or www.tristateastronomers.org.

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“Freedom Train,” presented by TheatreworksUSA, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m. The story of Harriet Tubman. 800/497-5007 or www.mdtheatre.org.

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Grace Academy’s 10th annual silent and live auction, 13321 Cearfoss Pike, Hagerstown. 8 a.m. to noon. Silent auction begins at 8 a.m.; live auction begins at 11:30 a.m. All proceeds will benefit Grace Academy’s Annual Fund. Free admission. 301/733-2033 or www.graceacademyonline.org.

“Kidsinger Jim & Friends,” Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m.

Family show includes music, comedy, puppets and audience participation. $7,adults; $5, students, seniors and children.

301/600-2828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

“The Sport of Ice Hockey in Hagerstown,” presented by Paul Sweeney, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m.

Event will feature the North Stars and the Bulldogs. $5 to $7 admission. 877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

Go Green, First Saturday event, downtown Frederick. 5 to 9 p.m.

Eco-activities and environmental conservation presentations.

301/698-8118 or www.downtownfrederick.org.

Parents’ night out, Clarke County Recreation Center, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Popcorn and games. Grades

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A look at what’s happening in the region COMPILED BY CHRISTINE KOWALSKI kindergarten through five. $15 per child; $10 per child for two or more children. Advance registration required. 540/955-5140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

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“Signs of Spring,” Young Naturalist Program, Blandy Experimental Farm, State Arboretum of Virginia, 400 Blandy Farm Lane, Boyce, VA. First and second graders meet 9 to 11:30 a.m.; third through fifth graders meet 12:30 to 3 p.m. Program is offered twice, but participants should attend each program only once. Dress for the weather; part of each session will be outside.

Advance registration required. $20.

540/837-1758 ext. 223 or www.virginia.edu/blandy.

to 28 Frederick County 6 Public School student art exhibit, The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 301/698-0656 or www.delaplaine.org.

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“Vivaldi’s Ring of Mystery,” family concert by the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 4 p.m. Vivaldi, Venice and violins are celebrated in this mystery story about an orphan girl in the early 1700s searching for her roots. $22, adults; $18, students; $12, ages 12 and younger.

301/797-4000 or www.marylandsymphony.org.

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Open house, Grace Academy, 13321 Cearfoss Pike, Hagerstown. 7 p.m. Non-denominational Christian school for K3-12.

Enrolling for the 2010-11 school year. 301/733-2033 or www.graceacademyonline.org.

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Home Show, Martinsburg Mall, 800 Foxcroft Avenue. Eastern Panhandle Home Builders Association. Over 160 exhibits with hundreds of home-related products and services and professionals to answer all of your questions. 304-267-4710. www.ephomeshow.com .

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“The Odd Couple,” Apollo Civic Theatre, 128 E. Martin St., Martinsburg.

Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Please check with theater for age appropriateness. Friday and Saturday admission, $15; Sunday, $12; students with ID any show, $7.

304/263-6766 or www.apollotheatre.org.

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“Portraits of Ireland,” presented by the Teelin Irish Dance Company, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 2 p.m. $25 to $30.

301/600-2828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

St. Patrick’s Day activities, presented by Pat Beard, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown.

2 p.m. $5 to $7 admission.

877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

Nothin’ Fancy and The Mark Newton Band, Berryville Bluegrass Series, Johnson-Williams Middle School, 200 Swan Ave., Berryville, VA. 7 p.m. Ongoing series raises funds for the Clarke County High School Eagle Athletic Association.

Season tickets, $120; advance tickets, $22; tickets at door, $25.

540/837-2187 or www.berryvillebluegrass.com.

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Print making with Donna Gray, Visiting Artist Series, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Create your own print design artwork using blocks and ink. $6 admission charge. 540/722-2020 or www.discoverymuseum.net.

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Maple syrup-making demonstration, William Houck area, Cunningham Falls State park, 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Demonstration of traditional syrup making.

301/271-7574 or www.fredericktourism.org.

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Frederick County (MD.) Qualifying Spelling Bees and Championship Bee. Spellers ages 9 to 14 and in grades 4-8 may register at any Frederick County Public Library branch or online at www.fcpl.org. Qualifying Bees at C. Burr Artz Library on March 13 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Urbana Regional Library on March 20 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and Thurmont Regional Library on March 21 at 2 p.m.

Championship Bee will feature 40 finalists and will be held at The Weinberg Center for the Arts on May

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“Peter Rabbit,” Wonderment Puppet Theater, 412 W. King St., Martinsburg. Saturdays and Sundays, noon and 2 p.m. $4.50; younger than 2 admitted free.

304/258-4074 or www.wondermentpuppets.com.

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Mardi Gras family event, presented by the Family Resource Network, Moose Lodge #120, 201 Woodbury Ave., Martinsburg. 304/263-0603 or www.familyresourcenetworkotp.org.

Bowl for Kids’ Sake, Northside Lanes, Winchester. Noon to 6 p.m.

Fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winchester, Frederick & Clarke Counties. 540-662-1043 or www.bbbswinchester.org.

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“Barefoot in the Park,” Old Opera House, 204 N. George St., Charles Town, WV. Please check

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with theater for age appropriateness. 888/900-SHOW or www.oldoperahouse.org.

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Spring Bloom craft show, 110 W. Main St., Walnut Bottom, PA. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event in an old schoolhouse will include more than 40 arts and crafts vendors, 4-H Club rabbits, alpacas and food. Playground available.

717/422-8906 or www.trinitywb.org.

Winter Fun Day, Clarke County Recreation Center, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. Imaginative play and exploration. Ages 5 and older. $10.

Registration required. 540/9555140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

“How to Teach Your Child to Read,” Clarke County Recreation Center, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Program for parents and caregivers. $10, plus $10 materials fee.

Registration required. 540/9555140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

“Master of Disguise,” presented by former CIA agent Tony Mendez, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. $5 to $7 admission. 877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

“Last Band Standing,” sponsored by the Frederick County (VA.) Parks and Recreation Department, Greenwood Mill Elementary School gymnasium, 281 Channing Drive, Winchester. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; show starts at 5 p.m. All band members must be younger than 21; six band maximum. Cash awards for top three bands. $5 admission; $15 per band to compete. 540/6655678 or www.co.frederick.va.us/ parks.

“Comedy and Magic Spectacular,” presented by Frederick Alliance for Youth, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7 p.m. $20, adults; $15, children.

301/600-2828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

Easter Bunny arrives, Martinsburg Mall, 800 Foxcroft Avenue. Visit the Easter Bunny through Easter weekend. 304/264-0016. www.shopmartinsburgmall.com Spring Fashion Show, Martinsburg Mall, 800 Foxcroft Avenue.

304/264-0016. www.shopmartinsburgmall.com

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Discovery Story Theater, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Third Saturday of each month. Performances at 11:30 a.m., 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Free when performed outside; museum admission applies if performance is moved indoors due to inclement weather.

540/722-2020 or www.discoverymuseum.net.

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“Eggcessible,” Easter egg hunt, Active Living & Recreation Center gymnasium, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. 10 a.m. to noon.

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5 6 Kidsinger Jim - 10:30 a.m.

21 Neil Berg’s The 12 - 7:00 p.m.

26-27 Second Annual Frederick Film Festival - All day April 11 Music from the Crooked Road: Mountain Music of Virginia - 3:30 p.m.

17 Sonny Landreth with special guest The Campbell Brothers - 8:00 p.m.

24 Saturday Morning Comedy with Adam Ace - 10:30 a.m.

24 A Night of Comedy with Adam Ace - 8:00 p.m.

30 Brad Mehldau and Joshua Redman - 8:00 p.m.

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304/267-3595 or www.resa8.org.

March 23 continued from page 41 through 14. Free. Register by March 16. 540/662-4946 or www.winchesterVA.gov/parks.

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“Junie B. Jones,” presented by TheatreworksUSA, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. 800/497-5007 or www.mdtheatre.org.

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Kinder Konzert featuring the Maryland Symphony Orchestra brass quintet, Kepler Theater, Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown. 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon. Concert for preschoolers.

Free. 301/797-4000 or www.marylandsymphony.org.

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Easter egg hunt, sponsored

by Winchester Parks and Recreation, Preston Field, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester. 9 a.m. Three age groups: younger than 3, 3 to 5, and 6 to 8. Bring an empty basket. $3 per child. 540/662-4946 or www.winchesterva.gov/parks.

Breakfast with Peter Cottontail and Easter egg hunt, Sam Michael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’s Lane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 10 a.m. Doughnuts, egg hunt, craft and a photo with the Easter Bunny. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $7, children; $2, adults.

304/728-3207 or www.jcprc.org.

Amazon Adventure, Children’s Day at the Martinsburg Mall, 800 Foxcroft Ave., Martinsburg. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event will include Rainbow Puppets show, musical and athletic performances and more than 40 local organizations providing handson arts and crafts activities for children. Pre-K and Head Start registration will be available for children who will be age 4 by August

Museums at the Mall, Francis Scott Key Mall, 5500 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about local museums and their educational programs with displays, hands-on items and a craft table.

301/600-4042 or www.fredericktourism.org.

Egg hunts, Frederick County Parks and Recreation, Catoctin, Centerville, Oakdale and Tuscarora recreation centers, Frederick County, MD. Egg hunt, games and prizes. Bring your own basket.

Approximate start times, by age group: 2 to 3 years at 10:30 a.m., 4 to 5 years at 10:45 a.m., 6 to 8 years at 11 a.m., 9 to 10 years at 11:15 a.m. $5. Call 301/600-2936 or go to www.recreater.com.

Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny, Clarke County Park, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. Ages 1 to 2 at 11 a.m., 3 to 4 at 11:15 a.m., 5 to 6 at 11:30 a.m., 7 to 10 at 11:45 a.m. Bring a basket and a camera for photos with the special guest. $3 in advance; $5 at the event. 540/955-5140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

Spring egg hunt, sponsored by the Washington County Recreation Department, Washington County Agricultural Education Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 11 a.m. No walk-ins; must register in advance by calling 240/4201714. Free. www.washco-MD.net.

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Spring Children’s Egg Hunt, Yankauer Nature Preserve, Whiting’s Neck Road, off of Scrabble Road between Martinsburg and Shepherdstown, WV. Egg hunt will use eggs colored to resemble real wild bird eggs, teaching children how this helps birds keep their eggs safe from predators. Ages 3 to 6. Fee and advance registration required.

304/676-3397 or www.potomacaudubon.org.

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German Easter, Jonathan Hager House and Museum, City Park, 110 Key St., Hagerstown. A look at German Easter traditions. Regular hours and admission. 301/7398393 or www.hagerhouse.org.

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First Friday Fiction, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The story of “Peter Rabbit,” activities and craft. Ages 3 and older; $3 per child. 301/600-1650 or www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“Eggstraordinary Historical Egg Hunt,” Brunswick Railroad Museum, 40 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD. Indoor egg hunt with a historical twist. Call for reservations. Ages 7 to 12, 6:30 p.m.; ages 6 and younger, 7:30 p.m.

301/834-7100 or www.brrm.net.

and 3 “Alice in Wonderland,” 2 presented by Other Voices, Inc., Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Adults, $20; seniors and students, $15; ages 6 and younger, $10.

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activities, Cacapon Resort State Park, 818 Cacapon Lodge Drive, Berkeley Springs, WV. Activities will include egg coloring, egg hunt, crafts, hikes and an Easter Sunday sunrise service. 304/258-1022 or www.cacaponresort.com.

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9th Annual Kite Flying Festival, sponsored by the Frederick County (VA.) Parks and Recreation Department, Sherando Park soccer fields, 252 Lakeview Circle, Stephens City, VA. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your kites! Members of the Richmond Air Force will be on hand to discuss the science behind kite flying, the history of kites, and, weather-permitting, they will be demonstrating some high-flying kite tricks. Participation is free; free kites for children while supplies last.

540/665-5678 or www.fcprd.net.

Easter Egg Hunt and Family Fun Day, Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA. Gates open at 12:30 p.m.; hunt begins at promptly at 1 p.m. Event will include an egg hunt, games, refreshments and a cakewalk. Ages 10 and younger. $5 per child.

540/869-2028 or www.bellegrove.org.

Easter egg hunt and Clarke County Day, Long Branch Historic House and Farm, 830 Long Branch Lane, Millwood, VA. 1 p.m. Family event

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and children’s activities. Egg hunt for ages 10 and younger. Bring a basket. Limit of six eggs per child; three age groups. 877/868-1811 or www.historiclongbranch.com.

Rose Hill Eggstravaganza, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. 1 to 3 p.m. Bring an Easter basket with grass to fill with crafts. Event will also include stories, songs, games, and eggrolling activities for various ages.

Ages 2 to 10. $5 per child. Advance registration suggested by calling 301/600-2936. 301/600-1650 or www.rosehillmuseum.com.

“1912 Launching of the Titanic,” presented by Norm Little, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown.

2 p.m. $5 to $7 admission.

877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

“Egg-stravaganza,” First Saturday event, downtown Frederick. 5 to 9 p.m. Collect Easter eggs throughout downtown; eggs feature surprises, including special offers from merchants. 301/698-8118 or www.downtownfrederick.org.

Parents’ night out, Clarke County Recreation Center, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Popcorn and games.

Kindergarten through fifth grade. $15 per child; $10 per child for two or more children. Advance registration required. 540/9555140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

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Playtime Mondays, The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick.

Second and fourth Mondays of each month; 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Children are encouraged to explore the museum and learn through creative, hands-on play. $3 per child; adults must be accompanied by a child. 301/600-1650 or www.rosehillmuseum.com.

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Free admission day, Belle Grove Plantation, 336 Belle Grove Road, Middletown, VA. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No admission charge to visit the Manor House and grounds. 540/869-2028 or www.bellegrove.org.

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Aquafina Pitch, Hit and Run competition, Chet Hobert Park, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 2 to 4 p.m. Baseball skills competition.

Ages 7 to 14; copy of birth certificate or baptismal record required for age verification. Free.

540/955-5140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

Watercolors with Joanie Stotler, Visiting Artist Series, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Draw a dinosaur, turtle, flower or fruit, and mix and apply the paint.

540/722-2020 or www.discoverymuseum.net.

“Mr. Butterfly,” presented by Dave Kaplan, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m.

The life of butterflies. $5 to $7 admission. 877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

Rural Heritage Museum Spring Open House, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, MD. 1 to 4 p.m.

240/420-1714 or www.ruralheritagemuseum.org.

10and 11

Bell and History Days, Frederick region, MD. Official opening weekend of the 2010 season for many area museums. City- and county-wide bell ringing will open the event on Saturday. Special events will be offered by area museums and historic churches. www.fredericktourism.org.

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Handbell concert, Bell and History Days event, Basilica at the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 333 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD. 5 p.m.

301/447-6606 or www.setonshrine.org.

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“Swan Lake,” Moscow Festival Ballet, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 7:30 p.m. $32.50 to $42.50. 301/790-3500 or www.mdtheatre.org.

14

Fifth Grade Honors Chorus concert, presented by Frederick County (MD.) Schools, Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 7 p.m.

Tickets available through Frederick County Public Schools. 301/6002828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

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Kinder Konzert featuring the Clear Spring Reflections Show Choir, Kepler Theater, Hagerstown Community College, 11400 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown. 9 and 10:30 a.m. Concert for preschoolers. Free. 301/797-4000 or www.marylandsymphony.org.

“Seussical,” presented by TheatreworksUSA, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m. 800/4975007 or www.mdtheatre.org.

16 and 17

West Virginia Book Faire, various locations in Martinsburg. Events will include book signings, community reading event, children’s programs and the Edible Book Contest. 304/2648801 or www.wvbooks.org.

16 to 18

Redbud Weekend, Cacapon Resort State Park.

818 Cacapon Lodge Drive, Berkeley Springs, WV. Wildflower walks and spring-themed programs are scheduled. 304/258-1022 or www.cacaponresort.com.

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Birthday celebration, Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum, 54 S. Loudoun St., Winchester. Event includes ice cream, refreshments, bubblegumblowing contest, crafts and face

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Bowl For Kids’ Sake, Turner’s Dual Lanes, Hagerstown. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County’s largest fundraising event.

Join the fun and raise money for kids in our community. 301-7394711 or www.bbbswcmd.org.

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Turnoff week, sponsored by the Center for SCREEN-TIME Awareness, a nonprofit organization that encourages children and adults to take control of the electronic media in their lives. www.screentime.org.

painting. Regular admission fee, $6.

540/722-2020 or www.discoverymuseum.net.

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Signs of Spring, Jonathan Hager House and Museum, City Park, 110 Key St., Hagerstown. 1 p.m. Walking lecture and hands-on activity focusing on the natural side of Hager House and its grounds. Free, but reservation requested by April 16. 301/739-8393 or www.hagerhouse.org.

Wildflower Festival, Yankauer Nature Preserve, Whitings Neck Road, off Scrabble Road between Martinsburg and Shepherdstown, WV. Potomac Valley Audubon Society will present wildflower walks. Event will also include children’s activities and refreshments. Free. 304/676-3397 or www.potomacaudubon.org.

Earth Day Festival, hosted by ArtBerkeley, War Memorial Park, North Tennesee Avenue, Martinsburg. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Displays, art, entertainment and children’s activities. www.artberkeley.org.

Earth Day event, Clarke County Recreation Center, 225 Al Smith Circle, Berryville, VA. 1 to 4 p.m.

Learn how to re-use, reduce, recycle, repair, pre-cycle and participate in the Earth Day Swap. $2. 540/955-5140 or www.clarkecounty.gov.

“Spydust,” and “Postcards from France,” book signing, presented by former CIA agent Jonna Mendez, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. $5 to $7

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Storytime at Thorpewood, 12805A Mink Farm Road, Thurmont, MD. 10 a.m. Stories, crafts and activities for preschoolers. $5 per child. Registration required. 301/271-2823 or www.thorpewood.org.

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18th- century market fair, Fort Frederick State Park 11100 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD. Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Period craftsmen and historical encampment.

Admission fee. 301/842-2155 or www.dnr.state.MD.us/publiclands/ western/FortFrederick.html or www.friendsoffortfrederick.info.

23to May 2

83rd Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, Winchester. More than 30 events, including a carnival, dances, parades, band competitions, circus, craft show and fireworks. 540/662-3863 or www.thebloom.com.

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The BIG Sweep, sponsored

by Volunteer Frederick, Frederick County, MD. Kick-off breakfast, 7:30 to 9 a.m. Teams representing nonprofit organizations can participate in this county-wide fundraising and beautification project. 301/663-5214 or www.thebigsweep.org.

Spring Community Center indoor yard sale, Jefferson County Community Center, Sam Michael’s Park, 235 Sam Michael’s Lane, Shenandoah Junction, WV. 8 a.m. to

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Children’s Festival, Baker Park, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Child Care Choices, a program of the Mental Health Association of Frederick County. Children’s activities and entertainment. For ages 2 to 8 and families. Free. 301/662-4549 or www.childcarechoices.info.

Doo Dah Day Festival, Jim Barnett Park, 1001 E. Cork St., Winchester.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Family festival with games, rides, a parade and entertainment. Tickets in advance are $7; family value pack, five tickets for $25. Tickets at the gate, $10. 800/567-7954 or www.childparentcenter.org.

“Saturday Morning Comedy with Adam Ace,” Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 10:30 a.m. Show for children and families. $7,adults; $5, students, seniors and children.

301/600-2828 or www.weinbergcenter.org.

24 and 25

“Behind the Scenes at the Hager House” children’s program, Jonathan Hager House and Museum, City Park, 110 Key St., Hagerstown. Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon; Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. See the Hager House and off-tour items and areas, and learn about clothing and toys in Hager’s time. Ages 6 to 12. Registration required by April 16. $2 per child; $2 per adult with a paying child. 301/739-8393 or www.hagerhouse.org.

Spring Festival and Farm Festival, Rose Hill Manor Park, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. The Children’s Museum at Rose Hill Manor Park will hold a spring festival with old-fashioned toys, games and crafts. Watch a blacksmith and visit the carriage museum. Manor House tours, $3.

Fees for crafts. Simultaneously, the Frederick County Farm Museum Association will hold a farm festival, featuring exhibits, hayrides, animals, food and music. A tractor pull is scheduled for Saturday morning, with a kiddie pedal tractor pull to take place on Sunday.

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24 to June 12

“Beauty and the Beast,” Fun Company Family Theater Series, Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Saturdays, 2 p.m. $12. Theater staff recommends this show for children in grades one through five.

301/694-4744 or www.marylandensemble.org.

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29th Annual Fishing Derby, sponsored by the Frederick County (VA) Parks and Recreation Department, Clearbrook Park, 112 Brucetown Road, Clear Brook, VA. 8 to 11 a.m. Bring your fishing gear, and wet your line for a chance to win some great prizes. Those 16 and older must have a valid fishing license. Ages 10 and older will be fishing for trout only; those younger than 10 will be fishing for any fish.

Fee payable onsite. Ages 16 and older, $5; ages 10 through 15, $3; ages 9 and younger; free. 540/6655678 or www.fcprd.net.

“Springtime in France,” presented by international language educator Alison Davies, Saturday Plus program, Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. 2 p.m. $5 to $7 admission. 877/790-0076 or www.discoverystation.org.

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“Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing,” presented by TheatreworksUSA, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. 10 a.m. 800/4975007 or www.mdtheatre.org.

30 to May 2

“Into the Woods,” presented by Walker Performing Arts, The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Fri and Sat 8 p.m. and Sat 2 p.m. 301/991-0611 or www.mytheaterarts.com.

May -2 Bowl For Kids’ Sake, 4 1County, bowling locations in Frederick MD. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick County’s fundraising event. Join the fun and raise money for kids in our community. 301-6949455 or www.bbbsfrederick.org.

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March for Babies March for Babies, the March of Dimes’ biggest fundraiser, supports research and programs to help prevent premature birth, birth defects and infant death. Following are March for Babies events in our region: April 18 Baker Park, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; walk begins at 10 a.m. Call 301/722-3867.

April 24 War Memorial Park, 500 N. Tennessee Ave., Martinsburg. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.; walk begins at 9:30 a.m. Call 304/263-2003.

April 24 Fairgrounds Park, 351 Cleveland Ave., Hagerstown. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; walk begins at 10 a.m. Call 301/722-3867.

May 8 Morgan’s Grove Park, WV. 480, Shepherdstown, WV. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; walk begins 10 a.m. Call 304/263-2003.

May 16 Valley Health Wellness Center, 401 Campus Blvd., Winchester. Registration begins at 8 a.m.; walk begins at 9 a.m. Call 540/434-7789.

For more information, go to www.marchforbabies.org.

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS ACT TOO Theater Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Adventureland Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Anna G Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 AYSO Youth Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 The Banner School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Camp MotorSport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Capital Women’s Care/Frederick OB/GYN . . . .27 Car-Rey Soccer Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Children of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Competitive Edge Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Country Day School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Critters and Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Dance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Dance Unlimited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Discovery Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Educare Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Ellsworth Music . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover Enkore Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 EPIC Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Faith Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Frederick Children’s Chorus . . .Inside Back Cover Frederick Gymnastics Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Friends Meeting School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

HCC College for Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Dr. Heather Gibson, D.D.S. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Healing Wellness Center Dr. Elise Abromson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Horseback Riding, Leslie Cromer . . . . . . . . . . .48 Julie Napear Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Kathryn Stocco, RN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 The Light of the Child Montessori School . . . . .25 Little Gym of Winchester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Lullaby Lu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover March of Dimes, Martinsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Martinsburg Mall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Meadows Montessori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Mother Seton School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Neighborhood Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Norborne Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 One Two Kangaroo Toy Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover Jeffrey Pearlman, D.D.S. & Melanie Newman, D.D.S, Children’s Dentistry . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover The Pediatric Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . .25 Pediatric Dental Center of Frederick . . . . . . . . .33

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Saint Thomas More Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Shenandoah Conservatory Arts Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 & 39 Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum . . . . . .21 Shepherdstown School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front Cover Sitters 4 U . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Snips & Snails Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 SummerQuest 2010 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Swirly Curls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 TotSwap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Trinity School of Frederick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Valley Cleaning Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Walker Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Washington County Free Library . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Washington County Show Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Weinberg Center for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 West Virginia University Maternity & Women’s Health Center . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover West Virginia Book Faire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Western Masters Karate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 WIC of Frederick & Washington Counties, MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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Events will also include musical and athletic performances by local youth and school organizations. Over 40 local organizations will provide hands-on art and craft activities designed for young children. Giant bounces, mask-making, and face painting are among the numerous activities planned. Registration will be held for pre-kindergarten and Head Start for children who will be age 4 by August 31, 2010.

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