72 HOURS April 10, 2025 by Frederick News-Post

APRIL 10

‘If Chef Woo can, you can, too!’

Chef Stuart ‘Woo Can’ Woo guides people to discover simple Asian meals to make at home

EAT & DRINK

National Potbelly chain new to Frederick

I’ve been a Potbelly fan for years — not the protruding tummy some folks get from too much food and drink but the Potbelly Sandwich Shop, famous for its toasty, tasty sandwiches and laidback atmosphere.

I had the good luck to work just down the street from a Potbelly in Washington, D.C., in the 2010s. I was a brown-bagger for most of the week, but when Fridays rolled around, you would undoubtedly find me at Potbelly to celebrate getting through another week at work.

Even after retiring in 2020 and hardly ever traveling to D.C. again, I loved Potbelly so much that I would plan the occasional venture to the nearest shops at Arundel Mills in Hanover or at the Neelsville Village Center in Germantown. That’s at least a 60-mile round-trip ride just for a sandwich! So you can see my dedication.

Thankfully, I won’t have to hit the road any longer to enjoy their delicious sandwiches. A Potbelly Sandwich Shop is recently opened in Frederick at the Market Square Shopping Center on Route 26 to the north of town. Potbelly took the place of Moe’s Southwest Grill, which closed last fall.

The calling card for Potbelly is the toasted sandwiches, fresh ingredients and delicious deserts. In my opinion, they far outpace the offerings at national competitors Subway, Jimmy John’s, Jersey Mike’s and Firehouse Subs. I know Frederick has plenty of local sandwich shops, and I don’t wish to disparage any of them, but we all know that franchises provide consistency. The Potbelly franchise is wonderfully and consistently good. Potbelly has about 400 locations across the U.S., and I’ve eaten at many of them.

What sets the sandwiches apart at Potbelly is the slow toasting that occurs as the freshly made subs ride slowly through a long, horizontal toaster for about one minute. This gives the meat and cheese time to mingle perfectly and the bread a textbook toasty crunch from beginning to end. After it emerges

brown deli mustard. For the health conscious, try a “skinny” sandwich, which is made with one-third less bread and a Powerhouse salad.

from its “roller-toaster” ride, a friendly staff member applies all the fresh toppings you desire.

The signature sandwich at Potbelly is called A Wreck, a meat lover’s delight. It includes roast turkey, smoked ham, roast beef, salami and Swiss cheese, all toasted to perfection, of course. Among their other sandwiches are the Cubano, pork barbecue, Italian, chicken club, veggie melt, Mediterranean, meatball, turkey breast and roast beef. They even have PB&J and grilled cheese for the kids. They serve breakfast sandwiches, too.

I recommend keeping it simple. My go-to Potbelly sandwich is the grilled chicken and cheddar on a multi-grain bun topped off with just lettuce and

Along with their famous sandwiches, Potbelly offers a good selection of Zapp’s potato chips, soups, salads, freshly-baked cookies and hand-scooped milkshakes. Try a Dream Bar for dessert — a rich, chocolate chip, oatmeal and caramel bar that is the gooiest, chewiest treat you’re likely to ever have at a fastcasual restaurant.

Along with great food, Potbelly is also a fun place to be. They consider themselves a “first-class dive, a place to take a break from it all.” At each store, a giant potbelly stove prominently stands guard, giving the stores a warm, inviting feel.

Potbelly is an American success story. It launched in 1977 when Peter Hastings and his wife decided to start serving sandwiches to their antique shop customers in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. One regular, Bryant Keil, saw the promise of the toasty sandwiches and bought

the shop from Hastings in 1996. He grew the company from one location to 250 over the next 12 years. In 2005, Inc. Magazine named Potbelly one of “America’s 500 Fastest Growing Private Companies.” Now it has more than 400 stores, including 15 new locations in Maryland.

Gary Bennett is a longtime Frederick resident who spends his time hiking, biking, volunteering and providing childcare for grandchildren. He is married and retired from his career as a nonprofit marketing executive.

WHAT’S GOOD?

Know of a great restaurant, bartender, food truck or farmers market? Found a new favorite dish or mocktail in your neighborhood? Let us know! We are always looking for people and places within our community to feature in our Eat & Drink section. Email 72 Hours editor Lauren LaRocca at llarocca@newspost.com.

GARY BENNETT

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Potbelly signage is displayed in the window of a location in Washington, D.C.

This year’s new exhibits are open to visitors at Heritage Frederick

BY COLIN McGUIRE

Special to The News-Post

It’s March 31, and Heritage Frederick executive director Doug Propheter can’t wait until tomorrow.

“We opened March 1 with last year’s ideas,” Propheter explained, “and then we took a month off. Now, we’re meeting tomorrow to start talking about next year’s ideas. Really, what we do is, we just say, ‘Who’s got a good idea?’ Then we talk it through until there’s a consensus on, ‘We have X number of galleries and X number of ideas,’ and we go from there.”

Before Propheter can get too excited about planning for next year — which he said will most likely include a nod to the 250th anniversary of America — he has to see through the rest of this year, which includes a handful of new exhibitions at Heritage Frederick’s 24 E. Church St. location.

Propheter, along with Heritage Frederick’s archivist Jody Brumage and curator Amy Hunt, recently walked through the 2024 galleries on an off day to explain the significance of each piece. Though it opened at the beginning of March, the new installations will be on display until Dec. 13.

“Today, when you walk in, there’s something for everyone,” Hunt noted. “It’s something we learn as we go along. The textile exhibit had a specific audience. The art exhibit had a specific audience. This year, we thought about how many of our visitors come from Frederick City, so for someone who has a background in history, they really crave a deep dive on something they don’t know about, like the extensive history between Joseph Baker and Emory Coblentz.

“As we work as a team year after year,” she added, “we get better and better at figuring out and making sure everybody is going to find something they enjoy.

“All of this,” she concluded as she looked at the exhibits, “still feels very new.”

Here’s an overview of what you can find on display at Heritage Frederick this year.

“TWO OF A KIND”

On the first floor of the building is a look into two men who led similar lives while only one of them continues to be celebrated to this day. Joseph Baker and Emory Coblentz were wildly suc-

“TIMELESS TOYS”

On the second floor of the facility is an exhibit that highlights tours and games that have been part of Fredericktonians’ lives through the decades, ranging all the way back to the mid-1800s. Not only does the room feature the dolls, toys and games that were prominent fixtures in each house, but it displays photographs of children who played with many of the items — everything from homemade mini cars to homemade mini cribs.

Word of mouth on the exhibit spread so far that Hunted relayed a story about some visitors who made the trip to Frederick for a special tour just to see the exhibit.

cessful in the Frederick business world, turning their achievements into service for the local community. Yet while Baker became the namesake for Baker Park, Coblentz is rarely recognized or discussed in the modern day.

This room at Heritage Frederick is decorated with panels separated by colors — one for the things Baker achieved and the other for what Coblentz accomplished. In addition to the explanation of their lives, the exhibit features paintings of both men hung side by side on a wall, as well as diaries that Coblentz kept.

“Joseph Baker is a well-remembered Frederick name that we’ve never really done an exhibit on before,” Brumage said. “Then, around the same time that we started to think about what we do with his story, Doug started researching the diaries kept by Coblentz. As that research began to come together, it revealed just how parallel these two figures were. It really built out a rich story.”

“MELODIC MEMORIES”

Across the hall from “Two of a Kind” is an exhibit dedicated to the history of music in Frederick County. Split into two rooms, “Melodic Memories” features one space that focuses on music in the home and another space that examines music outside of the home — performances that took place in opera houses

“There are four dolls in the toy exhibit from the Ramsburgh family,” Hunt said. “The two oldest in the exhibit are from 1844, and I wrote cards to several people in the family and several of them have come to visit. We had a special sneak preview the night before the public opening, and the first family through the door was a family that came from near Toronto. They live as far as you can get north in upstate New York, and it was his mother who gave the dolls to the historical society in the ‘70s or ‘80s.

“We also got a card from the same family who wrote all the way from Alaska,” she continued, “and they wished us good luck with the exhibit.”

“FROM BARTERING TO BANKING”

or Brunswick’s music hall, for example.

“This exhibit is not the first time we’ve done an exhibit about music in Frederick County’s history, but it is the first that has attempted to give the treatment to music that ranges throughout the whole county history,” Brumage explained. “It begins with music that was composed or published here in Frederick County.”

Among the artifacts on display are handwritten songbooks from Frederick’s first permanent resident in the late 1700s and hymn books that were published by Frederick printers in the early 19th century. An array of instruments and uniforms from the Yellow Springs Concert Band are also featured. Imagery of Patsy Cline performing in the county is prominent, along with tributes to Lester Bowie and Francis Scott Key.

The final new exhibit is located upstairs as well, and it chronicles how the banking system has evolved over the past two centuries. In addition to hung panels telling that story, the room features examples of original currency issued through different periods of history. There is also an original conversion guide on display.

“This room is a simple explanation of how folks came to this country without a banking system,” Propheter noted. “It looks at how we got to national banks. At one point, they used tobacco as currency. The English system stayed with us for many years, but then we get to the national banking system and imagery of local banks. We end it with the end of that statewide national system and the switch to essentially the system we’ve now had in place for 100 years.”

The personal diary of Emory Coblentz written in September of 1931.

Staff photos by Ric Dugan

Jody Brumage, archivist at Heritage Frederick, talks about part of the exhibit that shows popular musicians and venues in Frederick County..

Asleep at the Wheel will bring its signature Western swing to Frederick

Asleep at the Wheel will bring its signature Western swing sound to the Weinberg Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. April 11, for a night of foot-stomping, honky-tonk energy.

For over 50 years, frontman Ray Benson has been leading Asleep at the Wheel across the globe, carrying the torch for Western swing music and introducing its rhythms to new generations. With more than 30 albums, 10 Grammy Awards and countless miles on the road, Benson and his ever-evolving ensemble have become an American roots music institution.

“I’m the reason it’s still together, but the reason it’s popular is because we’ve had the greatest singers and players,” says Benson. “When someone joins the band, I say, ‘Learn everything that’s ever been done, then put your own stamp on it.’”

Over the years, Asleep at the Wheel has collaborated with an impressive roster of genre-spanning artists, including Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Jamey Johnson, Merle Haggard, George Strait, the Avett Brothers, Amos Lee, Old Crow Medicine

Show and Lyle Lovett. Their Grammy-winning 2015 tribute album, “Still the King,” honored the legendary Bob Wills, while their latest release, “Half A Hundred Years,” reunited original members Chris O’Connell, Leroy Preston and Lucky Oceans after four decades, alongside special guests Emmylou Harris, Lee Ann Womack, George Strait, Lyle Lovett and Willie Nelson.

Asleep at the Wheel continues to shape the landscape of American roots music, blending tradition with innovation.

“It took me 60 years, but I’m doing what I’m meant to do — singing and playing and writing better than I ever have,” says Benson. “A bandleader is just someone who gathers people around them to play the best music they can play. I just try and make the best decisions possible and kick some ass every night onstage.”

Tickets start at $32 and are available at weinbergcenter.org, by calling the box office at 301-600-2828, or in person at 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick.

Curtis Clogston

Asleep at the Wheel will play the Weinberg Center.

The farmers’ market: your one-stop-shop for freshness

Shopping for groceries at the far mers’ market is increasingly becoming the spirit of our times. But what explains this recent infatuation with buying local? Perhaps it’s the desire to get back to our roots and to make healthy eating choices with natural, wholesome foods.

A MORE HUMAN APPROACH

Buying food in public places where local merchants converge is a surefire way to receive personalized, friendly service reminiscent of the bustling trading posts of the past. Merchants that set up shop in farmers’ markets are proud to display the fruits of their labour, to discuss their farming methods and to answer all of your questions in order to meet your every need. Furthermore, these friendly labourers are often more than thrilled to provide free samples to further convince you of the quality of their crops.

The possibility to communicate directly with local farmers is an opportunity that modern, large-scale grocery chains cannot fulfill, as most of their offerings travel long distances before landing on store shelves.

QUALITY PRODUCTS

When you buy local, you’re guaranteed to be getting the freshest foods available. Withered vegetables or two-week-old eggs at a merchant’s stand? Unheard of! In addition, health fanatics that prioritize foods that are certified organic or produced without preservatives, artificial colours, antibiotics and growth hormones can certainly fill their reusable bags with everything their heart desires at their neighbourhood market.

This summer, take a break from the supermarket and swing by your local farmers’ market instead — delicious discoveries and inspiring encounters with friendly farmers await!

Catch this year’s PEEP art at the TownMall of Westminster and vote for your favorite

Carroll County Arts Council presents its annual PEEPshow Live at the TownMall of Westminster!

The Carroll County Arts Council is tickled pink … and yellow … and blue … to announce its annual “PEEPshow,” which will be held April 11 to 21 at the TownMall of Westminster. This sweet event features numerous marshmallow masterpieces, including sculptures, dioramas, mosaics and even videos, all crafted from or inspired by PEEPS.

PEEPS are a confection created by Just Born of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and the candy has achieved an almost cult-like following. Several large metropolitan newspapers across the country have organized diorama contests around these sweet treats, but none of them rival the quality of what will be on display in Westminster.

Visitors can also view the entries for free and buy votes for their favorites either in person or online at marshmallowpeepshow.com.

Previous shows have featured a wide variety of entries, including an 8-foot

dragon, the Swedish Chef from the Muppet Show, Goofy, Snoopy, Pikachu, the Statue of Peeperty, and a host of magical monsters, sports heroes, movie characters and other clever celebra-

2024

place winner: “Bob

tions of pop culture, history, and fine art. Last year’s show featured almost 28,000 PEEPS.

The top 10 entries with the most live and online votes combined will receive Audience Favorite awards, with the first-place entry being named the Grand Prize winner. Additional ly, a Top Video award will be given to the video entry with the most votes. Ar tistic Excellence awards will be cho sen by the Arts Council staff, and Spon sor’s Choice awards will be selected by PEEPshow’s sponsor organizations. The awards ceremony will be broadcast on Facebook Live at noon April 22 on the Carroll Arts Center Facebook page. All proceeds will benefit the Carroll County Arts Council.

Admission to the event is free.

The TownMall of Westminster is at 400 N. Center St., Westminster. For more information, call 410-848-7272 or visit carrollcountyartscouncil.org.

2024 grand prize winner: “‘O’mazing Peep <3” by Patrick, Stephanie, Charlotte, Savannah and Easton Livesay.

‘Thresholds’ exhibition features Sean Riley and April Pauza at King

Montgomery College’s Visual & Performing Arts Department of the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus is hosting “Thresholds,” an exhibition featuring artists Sean Riley and April Pauza at the King Street Gallery.

The show runs through April 18. Riley and Pauza explore the delicate interplay between illusion and reality and the complex emotional and physical spaces we inhabit. Riley’s captivating landscapes blur the lines between shape, form and perception, while Pauza’s sculptures and installations delve into the ambivalence of home, using everyday materials to reconstruct fragile narratives of belonging and memory.

Pauza works with humble materials to create sculptures and installations that unravel the ideals of domesticity. Her interdisciplinary approach engages both personal and collective narratives about home, belonging and memory. Pauza’s work reflects the ambivalence of home and its capacity to both nur-

ture and oppress. She uses unconventional materials, such as discarded figurines and broken wedding cake parts, to reconstruct ideals of tradition and identity. Pauza’s focus is also informed by gender perspectives, exploring both emotional and physical spaces surrounding the home.

Riley creates oil paintings inspired by elements of the landscape, from mountains and lakes to shorelines and skies. His work explores the interplay between truth and illusion, manipulating perceptions of shape versus form and depth versus flatness. Riley’s compositions are designed to draw viewers in and invite a tactile response, offering illusory and compelling visual experiences.

King Street Gallery is in the CF Building of Montgomery College at 930 King St., Silver Spring.

Email Miriam Ewers at miriam.ewers@montgomerycollege.edu for details, or follow the gallery on Facebook and Instagram @930KingStreet.

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“Throw Aways,” an embroidered kitchen rags and clothesline installation, by April Pauza.

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the Minion and Tim the Teddy Bear,” by Karen and Her Peeps.

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Announcing winners of this year’s Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition

The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts recently announced the winners of the 2025 Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition, which opened March 29 and runs through July 27 at the museum in Hagerstown.

An annual tradition since 1933, the exhibition showcases, celebrates and supports artists in the for-state Cumberland Valley region — Maryland, Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Virginia.

This year’s juror, Christopher Gianunzio, an independent curator based in Red Hook, New York, named “The Bryan Barn” by George Owens of Chambersburg as Best in Show with a cash award of $1,000.

Owens, who has shot photos since he received his first plastic camera at age 10 and has a deep interest in history, is particularly fond of photographing in Gettysburg. He says no matter how much he photographs structures and landscapes there, he is always drawn back to the Bryan Barn on Bryan Farm on the Gettysburg Battlefield near Steinwehr Avenue.

“I’ve taken dozens of photos of it using various digital and film cameras in different light, at various times of day and in all four seasons,” Owens said. “I do prefer the late autumn days and the subdued light of winter … I don’t ever recall consciously thinking, ‘I’m going to go out specifically to look for barns to photograph,’ but I seem to be drawn to them more and more. They’re beautiful buildings usually set against beautiful landscapes and of course, here in Pennsylvania and the tristate area, they’re everywhere. I love everything from the wellmaintained and cared for variety like the Bryan Barn, to the ones that are ‘barely there.’”

The Second Place Award ($500) went to Penny Kobel-Besa of Flintstone (Allegany County) for “Touch.” The Juror’s Third Place Award ($250) went to Sandra Chen Weinstein of McLean, Virginia, for “Rodrigo”; and the Washington County Arts Council, Inc. Award of $250 went to Amelie Lavenant-Wink of Hagerstown for “View from the Couch.”

The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts is located in Hagerstown City Park at 401 Museum Drive. Admission and parking are free. For more information, go to wcmfa.org.

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“The Bryan Barn,” by George Owens, won Best in Show.

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Sandra Chen Weinstein, “Rodrigo.”

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Amelie Lavenant-Wink, “View from the Couch.”

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Penny Kobel-Besa, “Touch.”

‘A Taste of Asia’

Chef Stuart ‘Woo Can’ Woo guides

people to

discover simple, affordable and healthy meals to make at home

BY JENNIFER LEE

Special to The News-Post

If you love Asian food from China, Japan, Vietnam, Korea and Malaysia, then it’s time you meet Stuart Woo.

Chef Woo, who teaches A Taste of Asia at Frederick Community College, believes in cooking delicious and nutritional meals at home at affordable prices with ingredients you can find at H-Mart, Wegman’s and other supermarkets in Frederick.

As he puts it, “If Chef Woo can, you can, too!”

72 Hours caught up with him recently to learn more about him and his classes, how to add Asian spices to your meals, why flavor profiles are important and more.

Where are you originally from, and what is your cultural background?

I am from the south shore of Long Island, New York — Massapequa Park. My cultural background is Chinese American.

What’s your inspiration for food?

Traveling. Wherever I travel, I always loved to try new foods. I enjoy exploring outside-the-box and international foods located at small eateries frequented by locals. I love having an interesting dish with lots of flavors using produce I’ve never had before or preparing meats in a different light … preparing and combining an array of ingredients with special sauces to create a tasty aromatic dish, using the freshest ingredients.

Why do you teach cooking?

I love meeting new people, getting to know them, and sharing life experiences. I have a sense of humor; when my students feel very comfortable, they are more likely to ask questions on technique and preparation — and more than likely to try dishes they never have before.

Sharing educational information with my students makes me feel good. It is my hope that I can inspire them to eat nutritional and healthy dishes. I also want my students to realize they can eat things they enjoy in a more healthy manner. I feel it’s important to expose my students to the realities of food manufacturing, letting them know that the food manufacturer is not looking out for their interest but the bottom line.

What is your training background in cooking?

My cooking all started in New York’s Chinatown at my uncle’s restaurant. Little did I know what I was in for. Having been raised in suburbia, I was very spoiled in terms of what manual labor was.

I learned all I needed to learn from preparation, washing dishes, being a waiter, until finally becoming the cook. Nothing was bought frozen. Everything was prepared from scratch.

What is the most important lesson you learned from your experience in the food industry?

“You get what you pay for.”

Today with inflation, establishments are forced to buy the cheapest-grade animal products, but the cheapest grade has no taste and is very tough. So to get repeat customers, they need to apply all kinds of chemicals, additives and preservatives and deep fry most of the food. The establishments follow the profile of offering crispy, crunchy, heavy salt and sugar to keep customers, while disguising the main ingredient that has no flavor.

When working in my uncle’s Chinatown restaurant, the only ingredient that was used to tenderize the beef, chicken and shrimp was baking soda, so the protein wasn’t chewy and tough. The baking soda actually breaks down the muscle to make it more tender.

Kathryn E. Wentz Juried Undergraduate Exhibition — through April 11, Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. This annual exhibition highlights the best undergraduate work, such as painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. mcdaniel. edu.

”In Stone: A Study of Stone in Paint and Jewelry” — through April 27, NOMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. Oil paintings by Caroline Mayer and jewelry by Stephanie Schaub, sets out to bring the element of stone to our attention and to look at the many beautiful forms it can have. Artists’ talk 5-6 p.m. April 12. Hours are noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. 240-367-9770 or nomagalleryfrederick.com.

Dual Show: “Old Paintings by An Old Man” and “Abstract Paintings”: — through April 27, Eastside Artists’ Gallery, 313 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Featuring sculptural artwork by Doug Moulden and abstract artwork by Lynn Hotes. Noon to 5 p.m. weekends. eastsideartistsgallery.com.

Bettie Awards Exhibition — through April 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. View artworks created by local youth selected as the 2025 Bettie Award winners. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Mix It Up!” — through April 27, Blanche Ames Gallery, 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick. Features the county-wide artists of the Frederick County Art Association and their diverse talents. Call 301-473-7680 for gallery hours.

”Mix It Up!” — through April 27, Blanche Ames Gallery, 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick. The show features a variety of work by the Frederick County Art Association. 301-473-7680.

”Still Waiting for the Light” — through April 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Works in a variety of media. Carol Williams compares her art to political cartoons, using the “women’s work” of quilting and sewing, rather than pen and paper, to make statements about women, the environment, race, and politics. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Layers of Wonder: A Journey Through Nature’s Depth” — through April 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. This collaborative exhibition between Elizabeth Willson and Regina Boston uses photography as a means to explore the intersection of elements within the natural world

In “Shield and Reveal,” Liana Owad shows sculpture and installation work at the Delaplaine Arts Center. The show runs through April 27. Shown here, Owad’s “Shrouded Structure.”

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that compel the mind toward wonder.

Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Emerging Perspectives” — through April 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. This annual juried exhibition highlights young adult artists at the onset of their creative endeavors. Works in a variety of media. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Shield and Reveal” — through April 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Liana Owad’s work is a reflection of the intricate dynamics of domestic spaces and the way that these spaces shape identity within the ebb and flow of their characteristics of protection and vulnerability. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”The Sound of Line” — through April 27, Links Bridge Vineyards, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Part of the continued “Wine and Art Series.” An exhibit of artwork by Bryan Jernigan, an abstract artist from the

National Gallery of Art, creating on-site new copies based on MFA collection, Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. –3:30 p.m. May 10, 1-3 p.m. Master Art Copyists close-out ceremony and panel discussion; free, light refreshments. 301-739-5727 or wcmfa.org.

Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibit — through July 27, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Juried, annual exhibition showcasing artists of the Cumberland Valley region. 301739-5727 or wcmfa.org.

Senior Capstone Exhibits — April 15 to 25 and April 29 to May 9, Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with gallery talk at 6 p.m. April 17 and May 1. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. 410-8572592 or mcdaniel.edu.

”Old Gods” — May 3 through June 29, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Sumner Crenshaw’s paintings pull from mythological and folkloric imagery to explore the inner psyche. The artist brings to life figures from many pantheons, including Greek, Irish, Welsh, Norse, and Persian traditions. Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-6980656 or delaplaine.org.

metropolitan region of Washington, D.C. His work is especially interesting for the statement it makes about the authority, traffic, purposefulness and chaos of our capital city. His roots are rural but he has been immersed in this urban area for 35 year. Open weekends 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment other days. 301-466-2413.

”Youth Perspectives” — through May 2, City Hall, 101 N. Court St., Frederick. Featuring artwork and images alongside accompanying text by Frederick youth ages 2 to 24. The exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership and Transformative Arts Projects. City Hall hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 301-6001380 or cityoffrederickmd.gov

”The Sincerest Form: Master Art Copyists” — through May 11, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Special project featuring the work of regionally based artists officially authorized as “master copyists” by the

”SILVER: A Journey Through Space and Time” — May 3 through June 29, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Multidimensional digital art and animation photography by Dan Silver. Fusing colorful animated loops and photography in collaboration with technology, Silver finds the process forms the journey of his art, continually inventing a new creative communication between mediums. Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-6980656 or delaplaine.org.

”Hinterland” — May 3 through June 29, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. This series of paintings reflect upon DeAnna Boyer’s relationship with and understanding of nature, inspired by time spent sketching and observing various biodiverse ecosystems from the Appalachian Mountains to the Burren National Park in Ireland. Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-6980656 or delaplaine.org.

National Juried Exhibition — May 3 through July 13, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Features works in a variety of media by artists from around the region and the nation. Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

Everyday Poetry

Finding gratitude in things and people around me pretty much is the antidote to a lot of angst, but I easily forget to do it. I’ve noticed that when I try to organize messy things, though, something wonderful often catches my eye. So it was a couple of weeks ago — while I was on the hunt for a civilized container for wallet, phone and keys — when I came across the purse I’d bought in the charming small city of Stressa, Italy, on Lake Maggiore. It had been a day of lovely weather, and I’d truly enjoyed strolling the walkway along the shoreline. Then I’d ventured up into the city, in awe of the architectural tile work on the shops and residences and of the myriad small shops with handmade beauties.

I’d bought a few things in stalls outside the shops. One was a perfect small brown crossbody purse, the leather gathered as they seem to be able to do only in Italy. I do apologize to vegans, but it smelled wonderful and felt even

better. It still does, a decade later.

You might try writing down images, remembrances, names of people you were with, etc., the next time you go through your junk drawer, bookshelf or closet and are stopped by a clever or beautiful object that you find yourself being grateful for.

Sheryl Massaro is a Frederick poet and oil painter. She has authored three books of poetry, all available from amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com and, with her art, from sherylmassaro.com. Her poetry is in lower case as a nod to equality, no letter being more important than another.

Photos courtesy of Sheryl Massaro

Lake Maggiore in Italy.

Stresa in Italy.

SHERYL MASSARO

THEATER

Contemporary American Theater Festival announces 2025 season

The Contemporary American Theater Festival recently announced its 2025 season, featuring five world premiere plays by trailblazing playwrights. CATF is also hosting more than 40 special events led by artists and industry experts, including lectures and post-show conversations that delve into the topics explored in the plays. CATF will run from July 11 through Aug. 3 in three venues on the Shepherd University campus: Frank Center, Marinoff Theater, and Studio 112.

“The plays on CATF’s 2025 season question who we are as people and how we fit into our communities,” stated CATF artistic director Peggy McKowen. “The journey to find belonging is about understanding the things that make us unique but also the things that make us similar. There is an element of faith in all these plays — not necessarily religious, but a sense of faith that we place in people and situations that help us grow.”

In “Did My Grandfather Kill My Grandfather?,” West Virginia-born playwright Cody LeRoy Wilson tells the unlikely journey of his blended family from Vietnam to Plum Run, West Virginia. As the main character, Cody is loving and compassionate when he speaks about his predominantly white family and community, while he also searches for his Vietnamese community. This powerful story proves that who you are is a choice of your own making. Presented this summer in its world premiere, the play had a development production in 2023 at the NuWorks Festival at Pan Asian Repertory Theatre in New York City, where Wilson is currently based.

“Happy Fall: A Queer Stunt Spectacular,” by Lisa Sanaye Dring, follows two queer stuntmen in Hollywood, bringing the intoxication of film trickery and its toll on the body and psyche to life through puppetry, video, cinematic illusions and live stunts. Based on true stories and direct testimonies, “Happy Fall” is a tribute to the resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community.

“I fell deeply in love with the story of these two men, finding myself moved by their efforts to make their relationship work and saddened by the challenges they faced,” shared

to wellness. The play explores the side effects of some commonly prescribed pills and questions our trust in the medical system. Loomer’s relationship with CATF started in 1991, when her play “Accelerando” was programmed as part of the CATF’s very first season. CATF is excited to premiere Loomer’s new play this summer, following the opening of her stage musical, “Real Women Have Curves,” on Broadway in April.

Two shows at Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater

McKowen. “It’s an epic, spectacular production, which will be a fun and unique experience for our audience.”

“Happy Fall” is produced in partnership with Los Angeles LGBT Center and Rogue Artists Ensemble.

Playwright, storyteller and frequent NPR commentator Kevin Kling tells his own story of finding his way as a disabled artist in “Kevin Kling: Unraveled.” Kling’s work is infused with an innate sense of humor and reflects the life challenges he has surmounted, including a congenital birth disorder and partial paralysis from a near-fatal motorcycle accident. This world premiere is produced in partnership with Merrimack Repertory Theatre in Massachusetts.

“Magdalene” is CATF’s fourth fully staged production by Mark St. Germain, following “The Happiest Man on Earth” (2024), “Scott and Hem in the Garden of Allah” (2013) and “Forgiving Typhoid Mary” (1994). St. Germain first shared “Magdalene” with McKowen at the 2024 festival, and now CATF will present its world premiere.

The play is set 18 years after the crucifixion, when Peter reconnects with the banished Mary Magdalene. As they recall different versions of Jesus, his miracles, and his vision for the faith, questions emerge. Magdalene breathes life into characters from the Western Christian faith, helping us understand them as human beings.

“Side Effects May Include…,” by Lisa Loomer leads us on a nightmarish, Kafkaesque trip into the world of psychiatry as a mother tries to help her son on his journey

In addition to the five mainstage productions, the 2025 festival includes numerous education and community engagement activities as part of CATF’s talktheater series, which provides opportunities to discuss issues raised in the plays. The pairing of contemporary works and discourse fosters a unique experience.

This season’s talktheater offerings:

■ Backstage Tours: Take a peek behind the curtain and learn what goes into the mounting of a production at CATF.

■ Breakfast with Peggy: Get to know Peggy McKowen. She will share her extensive experience producing new plays, her rich history with CATF, and her plans for CATF’s future.

■ Brunch & Art: Meet and chat with members of CATF’s Acting Company. The actors will share their professional journey and their insights on this year’s productions.

■ In Context & Lectures: Deep dives where resident artists share their creative process, and industry experts explore the constructs and context of the plays.

■ Post-Show Discussions: Add another layer to your new play experience and join other passionate theatergoers and CATF creatives to respond to, discuss and unpack the plays.

■ Public Changeovers: Get a step-by-step walkthrough of how the scenic elements transform from one show to another.

Individual tickets to the CATF 2025 season range from $40 to $70. Packages of three or five mainstage performances range from $174 to $300. Tickets can be purchased at catf.org or by calling the box office at 681-240-2283.

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater will present “Spring of Hope: A Gospel Music Celebration” as its next Playhouse+ performance. This concert style celebration plays for one night only on April 16. This is an evening of soul-stirring gospel music that will take audiences on a journey through gospel’s rich history, featuring powerful harmonies, timeless songs of hope, and uplifting melodies.

The Playhouse Dinner Theater’s next MainStage show will be “The Sound of Music,” running April 12 to May 25.

Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and the title number, “The Sound of Music” won the hearts of audiences worldwide, earning five Tony Awards and five Oscars. The inspirational story, based on the memoir of Maria Augusta Trapp, follows an ebullient postulate who serves as governess to the seven children of the imperious Captain von Trapp, bringing music and joy to the household. But as the forces of Nazism take hold of Austria, Maria and the entire von Trapp family must make a moral decision.

Both shows are preceded by dinner. A full service cash bar will be available (bar tab and gratuity not included). Children under age 5 are not permitted.

The Washington County Playhouse is located at 44 North Potomac Street, Rear. Since 1985, The Playhouse has been entertaining guests in the heart of Hagerstown’s Arts and Entertainment District and City Center.

Tickets (dinner and show) cost $67 for adults and $57 for children (5 to 12). Tickets can be purchased atwashingtoncountyplayhouse.com or by calling 301-739-7469.

The Washington County Playhouse is located at 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown.

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Contemporary American Theater Festival artistic director Peggy McKowen.

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CLASSES

Flow & Go Yoga — 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Center Frederick, 28 E. Sixth St., Frederick. This class focuses on balance, including balance poses. An energizing flow practice that includes asana, breath control, and ending with a body scan. All levels welcome. Pre-register, ages 18 and older. $18. 301-305-0693. parkerpsyd@gmail.com. www.thecenterfrederick.com.

Rembert Lecture in Enterprise Economics — 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Decker Auditorium, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Duke University’s Bruce Caldwell, historian of economic thought and Research Professor of Economics, presents “The Life and Ideas of F.A. Hayek.” 410-857-2450. mcdaniel.edu.

ReWIND Wellness Series Program for Adults — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Zohreh Rezazadeh, 2494 Bear Den Road, Frederick. UNESCO Body and Mind Wellness is going to have basic, intermediate and advance wellness sessions for your own upliftment based on a unique meditation method. 18 and older. 240-446-1658. unescobmw@gmail.com.

ETCETERA

2025 Exhibits at the Museum of Frederick History — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. See our all new and renovated exhibits, now through Dec. 13. Free admission on Wednesdays. $5, $10 adults, $5 seniors and students. Outreach@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org.

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Monthly Meeting — 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Golden Corral Buffet, 5621 Spectrum Drive, Meeting Room, Frederick. Lunch buffet opens at 11 a.m., at your cost, pay at entrance. Presentation at 12:30 p.m. by Md. State Sen. William G. Folden, who will provide a Maryland General Assembly apdate. 301-938-2000. www.narfechapter409.org.

200 Monroe Restaurant — 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Monroe Center, 200 Monroe Ave., Frederick. Frederick Community College (FCC) invites you to enjoy a gourmet dinner created by the students at 200 Monroe Restaurant! Guests will enjoy a first course, entree, and dessert freshly made by the baking and pastry class. Reservations are required.

$40-$48. hcti@frederick.edu. opentable.com/200-monroe.

Paws 2 Read with Go Team Therapy Dogs — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join Go Team Therapy Dogs to improve your reading confidence and make a new friend when you read aloud to a therapy dog. All ages. 301-600-8200. www.fcpl.org.

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Musical Storytime — 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Music, movement, stories and more. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Pajama Storytime — 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Enjoy music, stories and more! Designed for ages up to 5 with a caregiver. 301-600-6329. cdillman@frederickcountymd.gov. www.fcpl.org.

Pajama Storytime — 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Meets weekly for songs, stories, games and more. PJ’s optional! 301-600-6333. dspurrier@frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.

FILM

Wonder Book Classic Film Series Presents “Dune” (1984) — 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. It is a world where sandworms 1,000 feet long guard creation’s greatest treasure — the spice that prolongs life. And enables the mind to fold space and slow time. Where a prophecy will be fulfilled. And a young leader with incredible powers will emerge to command an army of five million warriors in the final battle for control of a universe and its source of ultimate power. The planet called Dune.

$7. 301-600-2868. bhiller@cityoffrederick.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/dune-1984.

MUSIC

Live Jazz at the Cocktail Lab — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Tenth Ward Distilling Co., 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Get swanky with us every Thursday night for live jazz and your favorite craft cocktails. 21 and older. 301-360-5888.

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OUTDOORS

Discover a Season: Wildflowers — 10 a.m. to noon at Frederick Community College, off campus location, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. There are plenty of beautiful wildflowers to see on a nature walk. Be prepared for moderate walking up to 1 mile. Dress for the weather. Rain date: April 17.

$22. 301-846-2561. ILR@frederick.edu. tinyurl.com/discoverwildflowers.

THEATER

“Jane Anger” — 8 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Jane Anger is a Cunning Woman with a bone to pick! It’s 1606 and there’s a plague on. A certain William Shakespeare is quarantining and trying to write “King Lear,” but writer’s block — and his own ego — are getting in the way. When Jane Anger crawls through his window unannounced, she give Shakespeare a piece of her mind ... and more!

$7-$36. 301-694-4744. marylandensemble.org/jane-anger.

Friday April 11 CLASSES

REWIND Meditation & Wellness — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Common Market, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. UNESCO Body and Mind Wellness sponsors a ReWIND wellness class featuring Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Sit comfortably in chairs and work with your inner energy resources to bring balance to your emotional and mental state of being. Learn and experience how to work with your subtle energy system that is made up of mental and emotional channels and 7 energy centers. With one session, you will benefit from deep relaxation and an enhanced overall state of well-being. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. www.commonmarket.coop.

ETCETERA

PEEPshow — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at TownMall of Westminster, 400 N. Center St., Westminster. Mondays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays noon to 6 p.m. A display of marshmallow masterpieces, including sculptures, dioramas, mosaics and even videos, all crafted from or inspired by PEEPS. Admission is free, buy votes for your favorites. Proceeds benefit the Carroll County Arts Council.

Scales and Tails: A Sensory Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

— 11 a.m. to noon at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Meet some animals with scales and some animals with tails from the Catoctin Creek Nature Center! We invite all adults with developmental disabilities to join us for this fun, sensory event. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Guided Exhibit Tours — 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Experience the Museum of Frederick County History through a guided tour. Join either archivist Jody Brumage or curator Amy Hunt as they explore the exhibits. Each tour is a unique experience based on the interests of the group and what special things staff wants to highlight that week. Descriptions of each week’s tour can be found on the Heritage Frederick website, which includes accessibility notes. Tours are included with admission.

$5, $10. Outreach@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org/event-calendar.

The Knight Brothers “Good News” Concert: New Beginning Nazarene Church — 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at New Beginning Nazarene Church, 12350 Jesse Smith Road, Mount Airy. Knight Brothers concert at New Beginning Nazarene Church. Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m. Free will offering for Frederick Health Hospice. Livestream on church Facebook page and online giving available on church website. 240-409-2572.

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Murder Mystery Party — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Dutch’s Daughter Restaurant, 581 Himes Ave., Frederick. Join Whodunnit for Hire and Dutch’s Daughter Restaurant for “19 Crimes” a classic murder-mystery game played as you enjoy a three-course dinner. 21 and older.

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Knights of Columbus, Friday Lenten Fish Dinners — 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Parish Hall, 114 E. Second St., Frederick. Fridays through April 11. Choice of to-go curb service or indoor dining. To-go curb service drive up (never leave your car, all items packed in microwaveable containers, sides are limited); pre-order available by 4 p.m. at kofc1622.square.site. All-you-can-eat baked or fried fish for indoor dining. Child’s plate available. $14. 301-305-2127. satterf@comcast.net.

GALLERY

History Meets the Arts Show & Sale — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Gettysburg Fire Co. Community Room, 35 N. Stratton St. (rear), Gettysburg, Pa. Historical artist and author group show specializing in early American history subject matter, with paintings, art prints, artist and author signings, sculpture, working demonstrations, hand-forged knives, scrimshaw, hand-painted floor cloths and more. Admission donations accepted to benefit nonprofit Pink Out. 717-334-7950. info@lordnelsons.com. historymeetsthearts.com.

Art at NOON: Noelani Jones — noon to 1 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Fiber artist Noelani Jones is passionate about strengthening individuals and communities with art and an appreciation for the natural world. Their work highlights humanity’s dependence on nature and restoring a relationship with the land through seasonal, land-based crafts of natural dyeing and hand weaving. Join us for this talk about Jones’s work, process, and a demonstration of their work on a foot-powered loom. 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/programs.

MUSIC

Student Solo Recital — 7 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Coley Rice Lounge, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. McDaniel College students perform vocal and instrumental solos, under the direction of music faculty members Rachel Andrews, Kyle Engler and Waka Osifchin. mcdaniel.edu.

Bluegrass Jam — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Ruritan, 8101 Crum Road, Walkersville. Open to all levels of acoustic musicians and vocalists. Spectators, families welcome. Sandwiches, snacks and sodas available for purchase. No smoking or swearing. $5 donation at the door requested. 301-788-5570. 301-898-3719. trevella@comcast.net. mtpleasantruritan.com.

Asleep at the Wheel — 8 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Asleep at the Wheel’s Ray Benson has been traversing the globe as an ambassador of Western swing music and honkytonk country, for over 50 years, introducing its irresistible sound to generation after generation. More than 100 musicians have passed through the Wheel, but Benson remains the front man and the keeper of the vision, in the process racking up more than 30 albums, 10 Grammy awards and literally millions of miles on the road. $42, $37, $32. 301-600-2828. bhiller@cityoffrederickmd.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/ asleep-at-the-wheel.

Keyth Jones w/ CassiRaye: Album Release Concert — 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Shepherdstown Opera House, 131 W. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. Celebrate Keyth Jones’ new album “Love Yourself” with Keyth himself and opening act the wonderful CassiRaye. Doors open 7:30 p.m. $12 advance, $15 door. 304-876-3704. Contact@OperaHouseLive.com.

Live Music at the Cocktail Lab — 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Tenth Ward Distilling Co., 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Every Friday in the Cocktail Lab we’ll be servin’ up our deliciously wild concoctions and some sweet tunes to get your weekend started off right. 21 and older. 301-360-5888. monica@tenthwarddistilling.com. tenthwarddistilling.com.

THEATER

“A Second Helping” The Church Basement Ladies Sequel — 6 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. The ladies are back and funnier than ever. “A Second Helping” picks up the story in 1969 with a changing world. As Vietnam War protests swell and women everywhere demand equal pay for equal work, the ladies in the church basement kitchen face changes of their own. From the matriarch to the mom-to-be, the women find strength in each other as they deal with the changes from below the House of God. Friday and Saturday evenings and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday, through May 24. Tickets vary. 301-662-6600. WOB@wayoffbroadway.com. wayoffbroadway.com.

$7-$36. 301-694-4744. marylandensemble.org/jane-anger.

Saturday April 12

CLASSES

Beginning Soldering for Jewelry Making — 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Frederick Community College, 200 Monroe Ave., Frederick. Ready to tackle a new skill or take your current jewelry arts to the next level? This class was created so students may become comfortable with a torch. The curriculum covers the “how” and “why” of jewelry soldering by combining an overview of the tools, techniques, and process and handson practice. Each student will fabricate textured stacking rings or bangles. 18 and older.

$89. 301-624-2732. PersonalEnrichment@frederick.edu. tinyurl.com/solderingjewelry.

Back to Our Roots: Humans and Gardening Throughout History — 10 a.m. to noon at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Learn about our historical experiences with cultivation, nature, and public and private lands, from imperial gardens to personal plots and windowsill planters. Discover how we can reignite our passion and find peace in cultivating the land mindfully and resourcefully while encouraging others to do the same. 301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu.

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Taste of Asia: Ketchup Shrimp and Wonton Soup — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Frederick Community College, Conference Center, E125, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. An introduction to various Asian cuisines from China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam. The focus will be on traditional dishes with new flavors but using standard sauce ingredients. Chef Woo Can will demonstrate how easy and simple these Asian dishes are to make. 18 and older.

$49. 301-624-2732.

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Bay-Wise Principles — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Encourage wildlife; control stormwater runoff; mow & water efficiently; mulch appropriately & recycle yard waste; fertilize, plant & manage yard pests wisely; and protect the waterfront. These “best practices” can earn you Bay-Wise certification — and a distinctive yard sign. 301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu.

DIY Beeswax Wraps with Jun Young — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm & Retreat Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Looking for a sustainable alternative to plastic wrap? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to make your own reusable beeswax wraps! These versatile, eco-friendly wraps are perfect for keeping your food fresh while reducing waste. All provided, and you’ll leave with your own set of custom-made wraps to take home. $25-45. 240-490-5484. info@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org/events/ diy-beeswax-wraps-with-jun-young. Knitting Help Circle/ Círculo de Ayuda para Tejedores — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Calling all knitters — whether you’re a seasoned pro, a curious beginner, or somewhere in between! The Knitting Help Circle is a cozy and collaborative space where Frederick’s fiber enthusiasts come together to stitch, learn and share. Limited knitting supplies will be available for use. 18 and older. eschenkelberg@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Bay-Wise Principles — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Encourage

wildlife; control stormwater runoff; mow & water efficiently; mulch appropriately & recycle yard waste; fertilize, plant & manage yard pests wisely; and protect the waterfront. These “best practices” can earn you Bay-Wise certification — and a distinctive yard sign. 301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu.

Intergenerational Spring Mushroom Foray with Jared Urchek [ages 9 and up] — 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at To be provided the week before class. Jared Urchek is no stranger to the forest. Join us for this special forage to see what spring bounty lies along the trails of Frederick’s Municipal Forest. This beginner’s workshop will introduce you to the easy to identify, edible species of mushrooms that can be found in the Maryland area during the Spring months. $40-55. 240-490-5484. info@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

ETCETERA

Everything Must Go Sidewalk Sale — 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Essential Liquidations, 4841 International Blvd., Suite 106, Frederick. Don’t miss out on our biggest sale ever! We’re clearing out a huge variety of liquidated stock, and everything must go — with savings of up to 90% off retail.

Seton Center Spring Disc Golf Tournament — 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Emmitsburg DGC, 201 W. Lincoln Ave., Emmitsburg. Join us for this Disc Golf Tournament to benefit Seton Center Outreach Programs! Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and players can register online. Red Envelope Food Truck will be on-site in the morning with La Carreta Tacos Y Tortas on-site in the afternoon. Prizes for closest to the pin and trophies awarded afterwards! $25.

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FCC 2025 Spring Open House — 10 a.m. to noon at Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Student Center, Frederick. Discover all that FCC has to offer! Engage with academic departments, learn about campus support services, and visit the FCC Bookstore. Tour the campus (tours start at 10:30 a.m. and leave every 30 minutes). Explore your next steps at a breakout session: 10:30 a.m.” What You Need to Know Before, During, and After Your Time at FCC,” and 11 a.m. career exploration workshop. All attendees will

receive a free FCC T-shirt! RSVP online. 301-624-2716. admissions@frederick.edu. enroll.frederick.edu/register/ SpringOpenHouse2025.

Frederick Art & Architecture Walking Tour — 10:30 a.m. to noon at Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Look at Frederick with new eyes. Experience the history and beauty of downtown and explore some of the popular architectural styles, local art, and history. Tour starts at and returns to 24 E Church St. RSVP required. $12, $10, $8. Outreach@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org/programs-and-events/ walking-tours.

One Vast Hospital: Civil War Walking Tour in Downtown Frederick — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Saturdays and Sundays from April through September, join NMCWM docents for a walking tour of Downtown Frederick focused on the city’s role as a makeshift hospital in the final months of 1862. $15. 301-695-1864. chris.reed@civilwarmed.org. www.civilwarmed.org/weekendtours.

Teen Driver Event — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival Grounds, 1008 Twin Arch Road, Mount Airy. Does your teenager know how to change a flat tire or check the oil in their vehicle? Do they understand the type of vehicle insurance coverage they have? If a police officer pulled them over, would they know what to do? To provide a one-stop shop of information, Sheri Cates- State Farm Agent and The Town of Mount Airy. Drunk goggles station where participants will drive golf carts. Greg’s Driving School will host a parking clinic. (A learner’s permit is required to partake in this activity.) The Mount Airy Police Department will do traffic stop simulations so teens will know what to expect if they are pulled over by an officer. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office will have a K-9 team onsite and deputies will discuss how they use drones and radar to control traffic. Food trucks, DJ. 301-829-9660. www.shericates.com.

NARFE Information Day — 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Urbana Regional Library, Community Room, 9020 Amelung St., Urbana. Attention federal employees and retirees: Learn about the many benefits of membership in the National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Association. Drop by and meet members of NARFE Frederick Chapter 409 and find out what NARFE can do for YOU!

301-938-2000. chuck_caloia@yahoo.com. narfechapter409.org.

Attention Federal Employees and Retirees — 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Urbana Regional Library Community Room, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. Find out what NARFE (National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association) can do for you! Meet members of Frederick Chapter 409 and learn about the many benefits of NARFE! 21 and older.

301-938-2000. Chuck_Caiola@yahoo.com. www.narfechapter409.org.

Wildlife Corridors in Frederick County: Protecting Our Natural World — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Join Karen Russell, master naturalist and founder of the Climate Change Working Group of Frederick County, to learn more about the impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss on Frederick County’s green infrastructure (natural world) and how wildlife corridors could be the solution for protecting human health and well-being in the future. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Tour Schifferstadt Architectural Museum — 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick. Step back (way back!) in Frederick’s history to see how the pioneering Brunner family lived in the 1750s. You can do that at the Schifferstadt — Frederick’s oldest intact house, built in 1758. You can see how German engineering and home design came to Colonial America. Guided tours explain the features and tell the history of the family and their home. $8 adults, under 12 free. 301-663-3885. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

Big Money Bingo — 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at New Windsor Fire Dept., 101 High St., New Windsor. Hosted by the Auxiliary. $60 advance, $70 at the door. Dinner and drinks included. Call 443-677-2166 for tickets. 443-677-2166. d_pstrine@msn.com. info@nwfd10.org.

FAMILY

Easter Egg Hunts — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Green Meadows Petting Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville. Continues April 6, 12, 13, 17-20, 2025. Hunts will be between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Hunt areas will be sectioned off according to age. No sign up is necessary. Participating children 12 and under will get a Hunt Ticket with the purchase of a farm admission. Bring your own basket or buy one from us.The Easter Bunny will be here as well for photos. Admission includes one free hunt and our regular petting farm fun (hayride, free animal feed, pig races and more!). $18 credit only for ages 2+, babies free. 301-865-9203. info@greenmeadowsevents.com. greenmeadowsevents.com.

Easter Event — 10 a.m. at Farmer ChuckBone’s Pumpkin Patch, 6269 Ed Crone Lane, Frederick. Second session at 2 p.m. Also 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. April 13 and 19. Farmer ChuckBone’s is known for being a perfect farm for toddlers. This weekend, take the kids to meet the Easter Bunny, join in on the egg hunt, take a tractor-pulled hayride, ride their barrel train, enjoy the petting zoo, and more! Get your tickets at www.farmerchuckbone.com.

$15 per child.

Easter Festival — 10 a.m. to noon at Prospect United Methodist Church, 5923 Woodville Road, Mount Airy. Children’s event featuring an Animal Puppet Show at 10 a.m., Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30 a.m., Children’s Crafts and Games, and Decorate Your Own Cookie. Inside activities rain or shine. Bring your own basket. Children

must be accompanied by an adult. 301-829-9244. prospect.marvinchapel. umc@gmail.com.

Spring Fling! and Egg Hunt — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Kick-off the start of spring and garden season with this all ages celebration! Enjoy crafts, vendors, hands-on learning, live animals, and more! Egg Hunt will be divided between grades 0-K and 1st-5th. Spring Bunny will be available for family photo with a backdrop in the Community Room. Portions of this event will be held outdoors weather permitting. All ages. 301-600-6329. dspurrier@frederickcountymd.gov. www.fcpl.org.

Kids Easter Party — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Locust Grove Church of the Brethren, 13356 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy. For kids, includes lunch, crafts, Easter message, egg hunt. 301-829-2100. locustgrovecob@gmail.com.

Storytime in the Garden — 11 a.m. to noon at Heritage Frederick Garden, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Join HF and the Curious Iguana as Melinda Beatty presents her newest children’s book, “The Witch’s Table.” Copies will be available to purchase and have signed. Special activity with all materials provided. Pack a lunch and enjoy the garden for as long as you’d like! Outreach@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org/event/ storytime-in-the-garden-2.

Bunny Trains — 11 a.m. at Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville. Also at 1:30 and 4 p.m. April 12, and 11 a.m., 1:30 and 4 p.m. April 13 and 19. All aboard! Hop on a parlor car at the WSSR and have the most fun time riding the vintage train with the Easter Bunny! Each child gets a picture with the Bunny and receives a small surprise gift. $25 adults, $24 seniors, $23 ages 2-12. wsrr.org/ws/schedule.

Family Storytime — 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Stories, movement, music and fun for the entire family. Designed for kids, with a caregiver. 301-600-7200. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Bunnies and Brews Easter Egg Hunt — noon to 5:30 p.m. at Prospect Point Brewing, 5500A Jefferson Pike, Frederick. Frederick’s most family-friendly brewery. Relax on the property, which has a playground and tons of seating, meet the Easter Bunny, buy lunch from Sabor De Cuba and Tacozilla, listen to live music, and celebrate spring with friends and family. Egg Hunt begins at 1 p.m. for kids ages up to 4, 2 p.m. for ages 5-7, 3 p.m. for ages 8-12, and adults 21+ can participate in the last Egg Hunt at 4:30 p.m. A brewery beverage must be purchased the day of the hunt to participate. An entry ticket will be given at time of purchase. 240-490-8943. prospectpointbrewing.com.

Frederick County Fire Rescue Museum — noon to 4 p.m. at Frederick County Fire & Rescue Museum, 300B S. Seton

Ave., Emmitsburg. Every weekend except holidays through Sept. 28. See several pieces of historic antique fire apparatus and local fire service artifacts on display including 1848 United/Libertytown hand pump engine, 1876 Junior Fire Co. hose reel, 1893 Independent Hose Co. hose reel “Romeo”, Gladhill 1919 Ahrens-Fox Pumper and much much more! 301-600-9643. cjecc171@comcast.net. www.frederickmdfiremuseum.org.

Mount Pleasant Ruritan Children’s Easter Egg Hunt — 1 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club, 8101 Crum Road, Walkersville. Starting at 1 p.m. For children ages up to 10 years with a parent. Bring a basket for your eggs, take pictures with the Easter Bunny, and there will be treats and gifts for all children! In case of rain, event will be indoors. Please bring a nonperishable food item for the local food banks. 240-931-8305. mtpleasantruritan@gmail.com. mtpleasantruritan.com/upcoming-events. Eggstravaganza — 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 7 Sunny Way, Thurmont. Rain date April 13. For ages pre-K to fifth grade. Bring the whole family! Egg hunt, puppets, prizes, raffle, crafts, photo with Mr. Bunny, free ice cream! 301-471-9898. janjones0626@gmail.com. www.fbcthurmont.org.

Breakfast For Dinner With the Easter Bunny — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Laytonsville District Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., 21400 Laytonsville Road, Laytonsville. Benefits the Laytonsville Fire Dept. Auxiliary. $15 adults, $8 kids. 240-370-2065. bakersmom717@yahoo.com. ldvfd.org.

FESTIVALS

Thurmont Green Fest — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. A waste-free event to promote green living. Green vendors, crafts for kids, “Learn How To” workshops, and more! Hosted by Thurmont Green Team and Thurmont regional Library. thurmontmainstreet.com.

Spring Fling & Egg Roll — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Rose Hill Manor Park & Museum, 1611 N. Market St., Frederick. Meet the Easter Bunny, games, visit the animals, hay rides and more. Bring a basket and join the egg roll. Craft vendors, food trucks and and food from Farm Museum Association concession stand. Sensory friendly hour 9-10 a.m. Register online. $5 per person ages 2 and over. 301-6002936. www.recreater.com.

Maryland Apple Blossom Cider and Mead Festival — 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy. Sample a variety of ciders and meads from Maryland producers, ranging from traditional to modern, dry to sweet, still to sparkling, cysers, grafs and more. Whether you prefer a cider or mead that’s crisp and refreshing, complex and aged, or fruity and flavorful, you’ll find something to suit your taste. Enjoy live music, delicious foods, and handmade crafts from local artisans. List of craft producers online. Ages 21 and older. $35. 301-703-3095. info@ciderfestmd.com. bit.ly/MDCider.