Mount Airy’s beloved Main Street will transform into a chocolate lover’s paradise this Thursday for the annual Chocolate Crawl. Imagine sipping chocolate-infused cocktails at Tony Pazzo’s while sampling their innovative chocolate pizza, or finding your perfect wine and chocolate pairing. Parents, you can fully immerse yourself in the experience — childcare is available while you explore this delectable adventure.
TWO-STEP YOUR WAY TO JOY
Something new is happening at Bentztown restaurant every Wednesday night. Under the warm glow of stage lights, Sharon Grimet’s Scottish lilt guides newcomers and regulars alike through the steps of line dancing. But these gatherings offer more than just dancing. They’re a weekly reminder that music and movement have the power to unite us. As one regular puts it, when the music starts and the steps begin in unison, differences fade away. No cowboy boots required — this modern take on line dancing embraces all music genres (yes, even hip-hop).
A CABARET REVOLUTION
This Saturday, New Spire Arts will welcome musical innovator Porter Carroll Jr., founder of Atlantic Starr and Hall & Oates alumnus, who will bring his groundbreaking Evolution of Cabaret to Frederick. Carroll’s show isn’t your grandmother’s cabaret. It’s a bold fusion of R&B, soul, funk and improvisational jazz that’s been hailed as a “nightclub act for the modern world.”
HIDDEN HISTORY TAKES CENTER STAGE
Speaking of forgotten stories, “The Other Mozart” arrives at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater next week. This fascinating one-woman show unveils the tale of Nannerl, Wolfgang’s musical genius sister, whose story was nearly lost to time. Writer and performer Sylvia Milo brings this powerful piece to life.
BOLLYWOOD MEETS FREDERICK
Zind Performing Academy will bring the vibrant world of Bollywood dance to Walkersville Branch Library, followed by a screening of “Bride and Prejudice,” a delightful Bollywood take on Jane Austen’s classic.
VETS’ NIGHT OUT CONTINUES IN 2025
The Weinberg Center for the Arts’ free ticket initiative for area veterans, Vets’ Night Out, will continue in 2025. The program is made possible through a grant from the Delaplaine Foundation. Vets’ Night Out seeks to provide a memorable arts experience for Frederick area veterans and their families by providing free tickets to Weinberg Center and New Spire Arts performances. “We’ve had an overwhelmingly positive response to this program,” said Weinberg Center manager of development Rebecca O’Leary. “This program will not only help us thank our veterans for their service, but it also provides a social, arts-based activity to boost camaraderie in the local veteran community.” Interested area veterans can contact Jef Cliber at jcliber@cityoffrederickmd.gov or 301-600-2878 to learn more about participating in the program and available performances.
ALL ABOARD FOR MARYLAND ARTS DAY
On Feb. 13, the Frederick Arts Council will charter a bus with free but limited seating to Annapolis for the annual Maryland Arts Day, the largest annual gathering of arts professionals in Maryland. The bus will depart from FAC Studios at 7 N. Market St., Frederick, at 7:30 a.m., but guests are asked to arrive earlier to board. The bus will return to the same location in Frederick at approximately 3 p.m. that day. Reserve your seat via Eventbrite by searching “FAC Bus.”
EAT & DRINK
Mount Airy’s Chocolate Crawl The sweetest day of the year
BY ERIN JONES
Special to The News-Post
Not long ago, the picturesque Main Street of downtown Mount Airy looked like a scene from a Hallmark movie with Christmas carolers, twinkling lights and — on special nights — even a horse and carriage. While the season may have changed, the holiday cheer certainly has not faded. Now the holiday is Valentine’s Day, and in true Mount Airy fashion, downtown Main Street is gearing up for a celebration of the sweetest kind: the annual Chocolate Crawl.
The Chocolate Crawl will take place along downtown Main Street from 3 to 6 p.m. Feb. 8. The event is hosted in partnership by the town of Mount Airy and the Mount Airy Mainstreet Association and represents a widespread collaboration among the businesses of the town.
“These business owners are like the superstars of our Main Street,” MAMSA president Kelly Patrick said. “They work so hard. Being able to support them and having them support each other … that gives us a really good feeling.”
The event will stretch from Paradise Avenue to Prospect Road.
Businesses along Main Street will “provide a sweet treat, like a little chocolate goody,” Patrick said. “It’s a lot of free, good stuff.”
One of those stops is Blossom and Basket, just behind the Historic Mount Airy Station. The combination florist and boutique shop will give away Wilbur Buds, a staple of their gourmet gift baskets.
The event is a special one for Ellie Bonde, co-owner of Blossom and Basket. She was one of its earliest organizers when she served on MAMSA several years ago.
“[Mount Airy is] like a little microcosm,” she said. “A whole block and a half, but we have so much variety, different restaurants, different shops and plenty of free parking. We enjoy being a small town.”
The variations of chocolate planned for the event reflect that variety of restaurants and shops in town. For example, Tony Pazzo Italian Ristorante and Bar will offer chocolate drink specials and even chocolate pizza to the menu.
Downtown brewery Liquidity Aleworks will bring back its Small Batch: White Chocolate/Raspberry Stout and provide 1-ounce samples to customers over 21, owner Billy Deavers said. “This year’s version comes in at 7% alcohol by volume and is more subtle, letting the beer
IF YOU GO
Admission to the event is free, and parking is available at Calvary United Methodist Church, in addition to street parking. Learn more about the Chocolate Crawl at mountairy.gov.
shine through while the raspberry and chocolate provide a pleasant accent to the stout,” he added.
In addition to the Main Street businesses, other local businesses will be represented, including nine dessert and five alcohol vendors. For instance, Frederick-based charcuterie business Gather will be onsite near Linganore Winecellars.
Linganore will offer six wines ranging from dry to sweet. “If you haven’t gotten a chance to do a wine and chocolate pairing, we suggest trying our Retriever Red with milk chocolate or our Strawberry wine with white chocolate,” Linganore director of festivals and public events Morgan Kilduff said.
If wine and chocolate sound like the perfect date night, child care will be
provided at Calvary United Methodist Church, courtesy of Girl Scout Troop 664, who will also be selling cookies. There is no age restriction for childcare, but they must be potty-trained. Sign-up is available on the town of Mount Airy’s website.
Though childcare is an option, the event is family-friendly with plenty of activities for children to enjoy as well. Four County Barbershop will have a llama and chocolate mustaches, while Browning Reagle Insurance Agency will have crafts and games for children, Patrick said.
Live music will be provided by alt-rock musician Andrew Andriko.
It’s worth noting that while the event runs from 3 to 6 p.m., the childcare extends from 3 to 7 p.m., providing some flexibility for parents and caregivers.
“If you want, [you can] walk around with your kids first, then go drop them off, and then come down and have dinner at Tony Pazzo or go to the Upper Deck,” Patrick said. “I think that’s a really cool addition to let people get a night out.”
The event is also an opportunity to shop local, with an added bonus. Between
the event hours of 3 and 6 p.m., shoppers who make a purchase can bring their receipt to Town Hall to receive a free gift. The gifts are sponsored with funding from the Main Street Improvement Program, a grant the town received from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.
Mount Airy director of community development Ashley Collier said the initiative is intended to stimulate the downtown economy. December’s holiday season may have passed, but Main Street’s offerings remain robust and vibrant.
“We want to remind people that there’s still fun stuff to do on Main Street and maybe give them a fun date night,” Collier said.
Erin Jones is a freelance writer, former humanities teacher and owner of Galvanize & Grow Copywriting. She holds a BA in English from Hood College and an MA in English from the Bread Loaf School of English, through which she studied literature at Middlebury College and Oxford University.
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Ellie Bonde, co-owner of Blossom and Basket Boutique in Mount Airy, poses for a portrait while holding a box of Wilbur chocolate at the facility on Jan 30.
Atlantic Starr founder Porter Carroll Jr. will present his interactive cabaret performance at New Spire Arts
Barron Ryan Trio will perform
‘There Arises Light (in the Darkness)’ to commemorate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre
Discover hope and resilience through the power of music when the Barron Ryan Trio brings There Arises Light (in the Darkness) to the Weinberg Center in Frederick. The poignant performance on Feb. 13 will commemorate the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
Pianist and composer Barron Ryan, joined by violinist Christopher Whitley and cellist Alex Cox, will present a musical tribute to the victims and survivors of the massacre.
A lifelong Tulsan, Ryan’s composition commemorates this historic atrocity by expressing the profound love and hope that can arise from even the deepest grief. Through this powerful work for violin, cello and piano, the trio will take the audience on a journey from struggle
t o triumph, offering beauty to the memory of a painful past.
Ryan’s artistry reflects his diverse musical influences, combining the sounds of Mozart and Michael Jackson into performances that are both vintage and fresh, historical and timely. A lifelong musician, Ryan blends classical, jazz, ragtime, funk, pop and country elements. He has recorded multiple acclaimed albums. Ryan was also recognized as one of Smithsonian Magazine’s Ten Innovators to Watch in 2021.
This one-of-a-kind performance showcases Ryan’s 2021 commissioned work “My Soul Is Full of Troubles,” created in collaboration with Chamber Music Tulsa to honor the Tulsa Race Massacre. The piece captures the human spirit’s journey through
Renowned as the founder of the legendary R&B/pop group Atlantic Starr and a longtime touring member with Hall & Oates, Porter Carroll Jr. will be in Frederick on Feb. 8 to present The Evolution of Cabaret.
Carroll has redefined the cabaret experience, blending genres and pushing boundaries to create a show that is bold, daring and completely unique.
Described by the Huffington Post’s Chris Epting as a “nightclub act for the modern world,” The Evolution of Cabaret reinvents the traditional cabaret format. Carroll’s performance combines elements of R&B, soul, funk, blues, rock and improvisational jazz to deliver fresh interpretations of classic hits with a stellar ensemble and an engaging, interactive style.
“This project represents personal growth by sharing my roots in popular music with a longstanding cabaret audience,” Carroll said. “The creativity and search are exciting to me, and I always look forward to the next step in its evolution.”
The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Tickets are $35 and are available at weinbergcenter.org, by calling the box office at 301-600-2828, or in person at 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick.
Barron Ryan
adversity, creating a space for reflection, healing, and hope. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13. Tickets start at $26
and are available at weinbergcenter. org, by calling the box office at 301600-2828, or in person at 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick.
Porter Carroll Jr.
Leonardo Mascaro
Henry Ninde
Look Ahead: Red Wing Roots Music Festival announces band lineup for June event
The 12th annual Red Wing Roots Music Festival recently announced the full artist lineup for 2025 festival. The festival will take place June 20 to 22 at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon, Virginia.
Red Wing XII features headliners Joy Oladokun, Hurray for the Riff Raff, The Del McCoury Band, Raymond Baxter, Kathleen Edwards, Tim Baker & All Hands, Donna The Buffalo, Bella White, Town Mountain and Tophouse.
Additionally, festival hosts and regional favorites The Steel Wheels will perform daily. Along with a full set on Saturday, they’ll share the stage with Red Wing Academy on Friday and other festival artists during the “gospel” and “tribute” sets on Sunday.
Nearly 50 artists are scheduled to appear across five stages during the three-day event. View the full line up at redwingroots.com/2025-line-up.
Red Wing provides live music as well as opportunities to engage with the great outdoors of Augusta County. Each year, the festival partners with local organizations to offer biking, hiking, group runs and yoga beneath the rock towers at Natural Chimneys Park. Learn more about the outdoor options at redwingroots.com/early-day.
As always, Red Wing will host the regional food vendors and serve beverages in the Blue Mountain Beer Gardens. Additionally, more than 20 craft vendors offering an array of products such as clothing, jewelry, art, flowers and healing arts activities will enhance the festival experience. Shady Grove, a shaded activity zone, will feature a climbing wall, organized and informal games, slack lines, juggling performances and a mist pavilion for all attendees of all ages to enjoy.
Festival organizers have kept the Red Wing XII ticket prices the same this year. Red Wing also boasts a volunteer program that allows patrons to exchange 12 hours of volunteer work for a 3-day General Admission ticket and parking. Learn more at redwingroots.com/volunteer.
Festival camping is a priority for many festivalgoers. While select camping passes have already sold out, great options remain for tent camping, dry RV/car camping and Red Wing Glamping.
Three-day festival tickets and camping are on sale, and single day tickets will be made available for purchase later in the spring.
For tickets and more information, visit redwingroots.com.
Hurray for the Riff Raff will be one of the headliners at this year’s Red Wing Roots Music Festival, held in June at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon, Va.
Joy Oladokun will be one of the headliners at this year’s Red Wing Roots Music Festival, held in June at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon, Va.
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The Del McCoury Band will be one of the headliners at this year’s Red Wing Roots Music Festival, held in June at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon, Va.
Washington County Arts Council awards grant to Maryland Symphony Orchestra for the launch of its new Music & Well-Being initiative
The Washington County Arts Council recently gave a grant to the Maryland Symphony Orchestra to fund its new Music & Well-Being initiative. This program being launched by MSO will utilize the power of the arts to create meaningful connections and foster inclusion by bringing music to communities who may not otherwise have access to live performances.
The Music & Well-Being initiative focuses on providing sensorysensitive and fully accessible musical experiences to underserved populations across Washington County. Through this program, the MSO performs in retirement communities, senior living facilities and other community spaces, offering audiences an opportunity to experience the joy and healing that music can bring.
“The Washington County Arts Council is proud to partner with the
Maryland Symphony Orchestra to support this important initiative,” said Nicole Abuhamada, executive director of WCAC. “By addressing the unique needs of individuals with physical and cognitive challenges, the MSO’s Music & Well-Being initiative embodies the critical role the arts play in our community.”
The grant, totaling $4,500 according to The Herald Mail, will enable the MSO to hire professional musicians and design ensemble performances that are accessible to all, including those who are sensitive to sound or light stimuli. Collaborations with local partners further enhance the program’s impact by ensuring that it is tailored to meet the needs of diverse audiences.
For more information, visit washingtoncountyarts.com.
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Maryland Symphony Orchestra’s new Music & Well-Being initiative, funded with help from the Washington County Arts Council, will focus on providing sensory-sensitive and fully accessible musical experiences to underserved populations across Washington County. Shown here, from left, Washington County Arts Council executive director Nicole Abuhamada and Maryland Symphony Orchestra director of development Jennifer Sutton.
Step back in time when 1964 The Tribute returns to Frederick
The Weinberg Center for the Arts will welcome back the world’s most acclaimed Beatles tribute band, 1964 The Tribute, on Feb. 7. This extraordinary show meticulously recreates the magic of The Beatles’ legendary live performances with unparalleled precision and authenticity.
Relive the mania that swept the world in the early 1960s, when this show transports audiences to a quintessential moment in music history.
Starring Mark Benson as John Lennon, Mac Ruffing as
Paul McCartney, Doug Couture as George Harrison and Joseph Bologna as Ringo Starr, the band brings unmatched authenticity to the stage. With period instruments, vintage clothing, authentic hairstyles and spot-on onstage banter, this performance is the closest anyone can get to experiencing a live Beatles concert.
The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $25 and are available at weinbergcenter.org, by calling the box office at 301-600-2828, or in person at 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick.
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1964 The Tribute
FAMILY
The MET’s FUN Company presents ‘The Commedia Princess and the Pea’
Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s FUN Company is excited to announce its upcoming production of “The Commedia Princess and the Pea,” a high-energy show for audiences of all ages.
Join Arlequine, who is afraid she’ll be stuck playing the role of the pea, but he ends up getting to play the prince. Watch as the troupe romps through a series of hilarious princess tests, filled with great slapstick humor and unexpected twists. And yes, there’s a fairy godmother.
“This will be the zaniest version of Princess and the Pea you’ve ever seen,” director Stephen Craig said. “The Commedia dell’Arte actors transform into multiple characters in the fast-paced and farcical show, with constant costume changes and fre quent breaking of the fourth wall.”
The cast features MET ensemble members Karli Cole (Arlequine), Molly Parchment (Rosetta) and Jennifer Pagano (Columbina), alongside Fred Fletcher-Jackson (Punchin).
The show runs Feb. 15 through March 9, with performances at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays and 1:30 p.m. on Sundays.
Arrive early to enjoy crafts and activities in the lobby. The show runs approximately 50 minutes with no intermission. ASL interpretation and audio description services can be arranged in advance through the box office.
Tickets are $17 to $20 and can be purchased by phone at 301-6944744, online at marylandensemble. org, or in person at the MET at 31 W.
THE FREDERICK MOM
The Frederick Mom’s recommendations for the weekend of Feb. 7
Activities to do with the kids this weekend, courtesy of The Frederick Mom.
Fantastic February Family Fun-Raiser
5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 7
Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown
$20/adult, $40/family, $30/member family
This Friday, bring the kids to Discovery Station for an evening they won’t forget! Enjoy lifesized games, dollar dance-offs, kid-friendly raffle baskets, refreshments, and the opportunity to support this children’s museum in downtown Hagerstown. Your family will absolutely love the countless hands-on exhibits and programs that focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math principles. You’ll discover exhibits on dinosaurs, the Titanic, space and more. If you haven’t visited yet, attending this special fundraising event would be a great introduction for the family.
Movie Knight
7:30 to 10 p.m. Feb. 7
Y Arts Center, 115 E. Church St., Frederick Free
Join the first Movie Knight of 2025 this Friday evening! Enjoy short films made by talented local filmmakers from around the DMV! If you and your teens are interested in film production or just love movies, this is a great event with free admission. Free popcorn is donated by Area 31. Drinks are available for purchase. Q&A discussions with cast and crew from each film will follow. Tickets are available via Eventbrite.
Discovery Station will host a fundraiser evening in February.
Known for being a great kids birthday party venue in Frederick County, consider attending this special Valentines barnyard event at The Birthday Barn! Celebrate togetherness with the family this Saturday to visit their animals and shop local vendors as they’re supporting the Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding program. There will be Petey’s Kissing Booth, kids crafts, mini photo sessions, and a food truck onsite provided by The Savagery Food Truck. Shop from local vendors that sell everything from art to baked goods to handmade leather creations.
Author-Illustrator Visit 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 8
C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick Free
Elizabeth Lilly is an accomplished children’s book author and illustrator from the Baltimore area, and she’ll be visiting our community in downtown Frederick! This Saturday, visit the C. Burr Artz library at 2 p.m. as Lilly gives a talk about her books and her work in illustration, writing and animation. A book signing will also be available.
Lunar New Year Celebration 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 8
Emmitsburg Branch Library, 101 Silo Hill Road, Emmitsburg Free
Head in to the Community Room at the Emmitsburg Branch Library this Saturday at 2 p.m. to celebrate the Year of the Snake. This celebration is geared towards elementary-aged kids and is free for all to join! Join the Asian American Center of Frederick Coun-
The Maryland Theatre presents Cirque International
ty for a fun-filled event with a dance performance by the “Graceful Dance Group,” a calligraphy demonstration and paper lantern craft activity. Happy Lunar New Year!
Bollywood Afternoon
1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 9
Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville Free
This is going to be a fantastic event for the whole family! Head to the Walkersville Library this Sunday, when Zind Performing Academy, a modern Bollywood dance studio, will be hosting a Bollywood Afternoon where all ages can learn about the history of Bollywood dancing and then get up on their feet to try a dance taught by one of their instructors. Following this educational and fun event, families can watch a Bollywood film, “Bride and Prejudice,” which retells the story of “Pride and Prejudice,” in the Darrell L. Batson Community Room.
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Valentines Cookie Decorating 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Feb. 9
Prospect Pantry, 1 W. Main St., New Market
$50/pair (1 adult + 1 child)
Here’s something sweet to do with the kids this Sunday! Join Prospect Pantry in New Market for a sweet time decorating Valentines cookies! Each ticket includes entry for one child and one adult and all the supplies needed to decorate four cookies each (eight per ticket), taught by The Midnight Baker. This workshop is recommended for ages 6 and up. Grab your tickets at shopthemidnightbaker.com. Select one of two time slots offered.
Tiffany Mahaney is at least a fifth-generation native to Frederick County, and she now proudly raises her own family here. She is the owner of The Frederick Mom on Instagram. Follow her @thefrederickmom.
Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM Featuring performers from around the world comes a new generation of Cirque style show, the electrifying and mesmerizing Cirque International. Created by an award-winning production team, this wonderful show features an international line-up of some of the world’s nest acrobats, gymnasts, and aerial artists in an enchanting and mesmerizing spectacle of entertainment.
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National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will host events throughout 2025
Throughout 2025, the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will lead a year-long national celebration of the 50th anniversary of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s canonization, which occurred on Sept. 14, 1975.
The events began on Mother Seton’s Feast Day on Jan. 4, with the opening of a new special anniversary exhibition devoted to her canonization in the Seton Shrine’s museum and a mass celebrated by Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori.
The new exhibition, “One of Us: The Making of an American Saint,” fills two rooms and tells the backstory of her canonization, one of the monumental days in the American Catholic Church during the 20th century. The exhibition transports visitors to 1975, giving them an understanding of the magnitude of Mother Seton’s influence then and her relevance today as a saint people can relate to in profound ways. Visitors can see artifacts, including the canonization decree from Pope Paul VI, now St. Paul VI, and peruse personal scrapbooks of those who attended the proceedings in Rome or watched them in Emmitsburg.
An original mural by Frederick artist Ellen Byrne depicts Mother Seton’s long road to sainthood, with a separate wall dedicated to information about other Americans in various stages of the canonization process. A fun replica of a 1975 living room rounds out the exhibition.
“Mother Seton’s life can be considered a pilgrimage first to the Catholic faith and then to Emmitsburg and ultimately to heaven as a saint of the Church,” said Rob Judge, executive director of the Seton Shrine. “This puts the shrine
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From left, Rob Judge, executive director, Seton Shrine; Barbara Bozzuto, member of the National Leaders Council; Sister Teresa George, D.C., Visitatrix, Daughters of Charity Province of St. Louise; Beau Higginbotham, CEO, Ascension Saint Agnes; Archbishop William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore.
in a unique position to highlight the universal call of holiness and the unique role of pilgrimage for Catholics on their journey. During this anniversary year, we hope to encourage the faithful to go on pilgrimage themselves.”
The museum exhibition is a collaborative project of the Shrine and the Daughters of Charity Archives.
Seton Shrine will host a series of events for 2025 to bring people closer to Mother Seton so they can better understand her life and legacy:
• An outreach program to the more than 200 parishes and schools in the U.S., who are under her patronage. The Shrine will provide, free of charge, a variety of resources reintroducing Mother Seton to the faithful, while encouraging parish and school groups to visit the Shrine and treat it as a second home.
• A series of pilgrimage initiatives, including partnering with the Camino of Maryland, a 14-day, 218-mile journey in June that will culminate at the Shrine.
• A “50 for 50” digital content
campaign showing the personal impact that Mother Seton and her Shrine have made and continue to make on the faithful.
• Continued expansion of the Shrine’s Seeds of Hope program, which offers retreats to those living in poverty.
• A Day of Joy anniversary celebration on Sept. 14 to commemorate the day she was canonized. The day will begin with a special Mass broadcast on EWTN, followed by an afternoon of food, music and prayer on the sprawling and bucolic grounds of the Shrine.
The Shrine is located on the very site that Mother Seton established the first Catholic school for girls and the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s, the first congregation of women religious founded in the United States, in 1809. Mother Seton’s work continues today through the Sisters and Daughters of Charity in the U.S. and Canada. Both orders of religious sisters used Mother Seton as their spiritual guide, as they went out to start schools, hospitals, and other organizations of service to benefit the communities where they lived.
“This anniversary is a tremendous opportunity to show the world how an ordinary person such as Mother Seton, who conforms their life to God’s grace, can be transformed and become a saint,” Judge said. “She truly is one of us, and she shows us the way. This is something that those under her patronage understand deeply, and it’s why 2025 is a year of opportunity for people to come to know Mother Seton better and seek her out as an intercessor and a model of personal holiness.”
For more information about the 50th anniversary celebration, visit setonshrine.org/fifty.
‘The
Other
Mozart’ is the true, forgotten story of Mozart’s sister
“The Other Mozart” is an intimate, award-winning play that tells the true, forgotten story of Mozart’s sister, Nannerl.
The one-woman play will be performed by its writer, Sylvia Milo, at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater from Feb. 13 to 15.
Each show includes an opportunity to purchase a preshow meal served in the Majestic’s Patron’s Lounge
“The Other Mozart” is a work of innovative theater that sparked an international conversation about women in music.
The play tells the forgotten story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s
genius older sister. A prodigy, keyboard virtuoso and composer who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, her story and work are lost to history, simply because she was a woman.
“The Other Mozart” is an invigorating and moving piece of music-theater that has had a profound impact on audiences around the world.
Majestic Theater executive director Brett Messenger presented this work to great acclaim at his previous theater and said to present Milo in such an intimate venue in Gettysburg is a special opportunity.
The performance will be presented in the Majestic’s 136-seat flexible theater, one of the facility’s two cinemas.
As a special addition to the performance schedule, a screening of the new documentary “Mozart’s Sister” will be presented for one day only at 2 and 7 p.m. Feb. 11 with a post-show discussion with the artist, Sylvia Milo, at the 7 p.m. screening.
Tickets are $35 and are available at the Majestic Theater Box Office, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, by calling 717-337-8200 and online at gettysburgmajestic.org.
The MET presents black comedy ‘The Beauty Queen of Leenane’
Beginning this month, the Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present “The Beauty Queen of Leenane,” an intimate and pitch-black comedy by Martin McDonagh, best known for “The Lieutenant of Inishmore” and recent film “The Banshees of Inisherin.”
Set in the rugged mountains of Connemara, County Galway, the story delves into the toxic relationship between Maureen, a lonely middleaged woman, and her manipulative, ailing mother, Mag. Their motherdaughter tug of war is disrupted when an old flame from Maureen’s past unexpectedly reappears. Will his arrival be enough to offer Maureen a way out, or will it only deepen the family’s dysfunction?
“If you’re familiar with any of McDonagh’s works … you’ll know that he has a particular brand of dark humor,” said Elizabeth van den Berg, who is directing the production at the MET. “Without giving away any spoilers — and trust me, there are a lot of surprises in this one — this production is truly indicative of his unique brand of Irish playwriting.”
The cast features MET Ensemble members Gené Fouché, Julie Herber, Bill Dennison, Willem Rogers, Zack Callis and Joseph Waeyaert, joined by Lori Laird.
“The Beauty Queen of Leenane” opens Feb. 7 and runs through March 2. Preview night is on Feb. 6, with tickets priced at $15. Performances are at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sundays. The show runs approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, with one 15-minute intermission. ASL interpretation is available on Feb. 14. Audio description services can be arranged through the box office.
Tickets range in price from $15 to $36 and can be purchased by phone at 301-694-4744, online at marylandensemble.org, or in person at the MET at 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick.
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“The Other Mozart” will be performed onstage at Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater from Feb. 13 to 15.
”Gash” — through Feb. 23, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Sculpture by Jin Lee. Provoked by recent political controversies surrounding women’s rights, Lee’s work focuses on conflict and responses to conflict’s power to result in transformation for the individual and society. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Time Is A Place” — through Feb. 23, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Noelani Jones’ work in this exhibition focuses on the accrual of thread in woven cloth and its metaphorical and actual connection to time and place. All of the textiles in the exhibition have been made with reciprocity with the land in mind, from the cultivation of plants for dyeing to the utilization of a foot-powered loom. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Emergence” — through Feb. 23, NOMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. Come out, come up, come forth. Join us as we emerge from winter into a new season, a new light. The varied talents and styles of the NOMA artists will help you break through and see something new. Noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. 240-367-9770 or nomagalleryfrederick.com.
Metro Washington Chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America Exhibit — through Feb. 23, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. See the beauty and richness of colored pencil as a medium for creating fine art. Meet the artists 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 1. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Lineage” — through Feb. 23, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. The artworks in this exhibition are a reflection on the tradition of teaching in the visual arts and how aesthetic ideas and techniques are passed on to successive generations. Lee Newman’s own work will be accompanied by those of his teacher, Robert D’Arista. Meet
“The Power of Color” features work by the Metro Washington Chapter of the CPSA Colored Pencil Society of America, on view at the Delaplaine Arts Center in downtown Frederick through Feb. 23. Shown here, “Sunset Iris,” by Cathy Heller.
the artists 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 1. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
A Group Exhibit — through Feb. 23 at EastSide Artists’ Gallery, 313 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 15 artists with their own unique styles and a range of mediums, including painting, colored pencil, forged steel, glasswork, photography and fabric arts. Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. eastsideartistsgallery.com.
“Memories and Metaphors” — through Feb. 23 at Blanche Ames Gallery, 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick. A collection of African-American art from across the nation, curated by Eileen Berger, owner of Just Lookin’ Gallery in Hagerstown. Each piece serves as a powerful
allows him to uncover a hidden world of fascinating unanticipated scenes. For this exhibit, he started with photographs taken at Links Bridge Vineyards then transformed them using his unique process. The resulting imagery fascinates the eye as the mind tries to unravel and define the image. Hours 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and by appointment. 301-466-2413 or linksbridgevineyards.com.
”Sunflowers & Snow” — through February, Garryowen Irish Pub, 126 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg, Pa. Paintings and prints by Dorothea Barrick. Daily 11 a.m. to midnight. 240-674-9488 or 717-337-2719.
diminishes, beauty endures.” 301-258-6394.
”Moving Forward” — Feb. 6 through March 2, Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. A juried show featuring selected works from CH/Art Inc. members, an active community of artists and artisans centered in Chevy Chase, D.C. Opening reception 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 7. Gallery hours and more info at bethesda.org/bethesda/ gallery-b-exhibitions.
testament to the resilience, creativity and cultural heritage of the African-American experience, and to foster a deeper understanding of the rich tapestry of AfricanAmerican art. 301-473-7680, bagalleryappointment@gmail. com, frederickuu.org.
Wine and Art Series Presents “Hidden Fruit of the Vine — Digital Artwork by Allen Hirsh” — through Feb. 28, Links Bridge Vineyard, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. A biophysicist by profession, he comes at his artwork via a very novel process. Starting with a photograph, Hirsh creates impressionistic and abstract images using a massive mathematical program he created. Manipulating both the color and position of each pixel in images of the vineyard
”Romancing the Novel” — through March 7, Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. A major exhibition exploring romance novels and their cultural impact featuring original cover art, including paintings by James Griffin, Frank Kalan and Gregg Gulbronson, manuscripts, publicity materials, genre history, and fan artwork. In association with McDaniel’s Nora Roberts American Romance Collection, Bowling Green State University’s Browne Popular Culture Library, renowned romance publisher, Harlequin, and Yale University Art Gallery. Public reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6, gallery talk at 6 p.m. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. 410857-2592 or mcdaniel.edu.
“Resting in Winter” — through March 9 at the Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. This solo exhibition by Gaithersburg photographer Timothy Lynch focuses mainly on close-up imagery of nature. “I named the exhibit ‘Resting in Winter’ because, like us, everything needs time to grow,” says Lynch. “I enjoy exploring artistic expression, particularly botanical photography in winter, showcasing wilting plants and fallen leaves that reveal the beauty of decay. In this process, while life
Washington County Art Educators Exhibit — Feb. 6 through March 4, Washington County Arts Council, 34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100, Hagerstown. Opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. Feb. 6. Virtual exhibit online Feb. 8. Gallery hours 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. 301-791-3132 or washingtoncountyarts.com.
”Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy” Honors Art Exhibition — March 1328, Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Opening reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 13, gallery talk at 6 p.m. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. 410857-2592 or mcdaniel.edu.
Kathryn E. Wentz Juried Undergraduate Exhibition — April 1-11, Esther Prangley Rice Gallery, Peterson Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Reception 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 3, awards presentation at 6 p.m.Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. 410-857-2592 or mcdaniel.edu.
Senior Capstone Exhibits — April 15-25 and April 29May 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. 410857-2592 or mcdaniel.edu.
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Associates exhibition at TAG features a spectrum of styles and mediums
TAG/The Artists Gallery is currently showcasing work by their associate members in Gallery I. Work by Gillian Collins, Patricia Dobbin, Sandra Fritter, Robert S. Hunter, Christine Mayo and Donna Quesada is on view in a variety of subjects and mediums through Feb. 23 at the co-op gallery in downtown Frederick.
Collins’ expressive watercolors capture her recent travels to France. Dobbin turns her eye to reflections, color and repetition as she manipulates photographs to capture a personal point in time that conveys memory and meaning. Hunter’s prints use animal imagery as a conduit to explore what the visual characteristics of virtue, ingenuity and heroism might look like. Mixedmedia artist Mayo focuses on manipulating texture, color and form.
Quesada’s paintings represent her fascination with nature.
“I enjoy the creative inspiration of painting outdoors and expressing the experience,” Quesada said. “Several of my works were painted on the eastern shore of Maryland which is a favorite subject.”
Quesada’s contribution to the show also includes ceramic works. The pieces demonstrate several techniques of form building and firing techniques.
Fritter rounds out the show with a collection of new paintings.
The remaining TAG artists concurrently show a selection of their work in Gallery II.
“The possibilities are endless, Mayo said. “I look forward to 2025 and the new ideas and discoveries I can bring to my art.”
TAG is at 501 N. Market St., Frederick. See theartistsgalleryfrederick.com, or call 301-228-9860 for more information.
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Work by Robert S. Hunter.
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Work by Gillian Collins.
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Work by Donna Quesada.
Stepping back in time
Is line dancing making a comeback?
BY ERIN JONES
Special
to The News-Post
While the sidewalks of Bentz Street are still slick with ice and lined with snow, the dance floor in Bentztown is just heating up. Stepping inside from the bleak winter night feels like stepping through a portal into Nashville, and the boot count on the dance floor only adds to the illusion.
Glowing in the light of a small stage in the back of the crowd, Sharon Grimet asks, in her lilting Scottish accent, how many people are new to her line dancing class that night. A scattering of hands fly up — about a third of the people there.
Step Out
Put on your boots, and head out to one of the line dancing classes offered in the area.
Grimet has garnered a loyal following of line dancers across Frederick and Carroll counties, and the warmth of recognition and community in the room is palpable. She directs the newcomers to follow the seasoned students and begins to teach the first routine, set to an upbeat rendition of the song “Stand by Me.” Grimet believes that having fun is the best way to learn, and the philosophy seems to be effective, as, before long, the mass of dancers is moving as one, and the group erupts in cheers when the song ends.
This is just the first of what will be weekly line dancing classes on Wednesday nights at the downtown Frederick establishment, a fitting collaboration between the Nashville-themed restaurant and a dance instructor who has won line dancing world championships on the Nashville stage.
“The vision with Bentztown was to create a very immersive experience for our guests — a restaurant bar that not only had phenomenal Southern food and drink but also was driven to provide a fun experience for our guests,” said Bentztown owner Greg Brown.
The restaurant opened in May 2024.
In the hands of chef Stephanie Wilson, Benztown takes guests on a culinary jour-
ney to Music City through menu items like their Smoked Old Fashioned, a delicately fresh treatment of Fried Green Tomatoes and the Nashy Hot Chicken sandwich, made with a signature hot sauce.
But even beyond the food and drink, Brown sought to capture the experience of Lower Broadway in downtown Nashville.
“There’s a certain feeling of freedom that you feel when you just immerse yourself into the variety of experiences going on in the Lower Broadway restaurants and bars in Nashville,” he said. “It’s just a cool experience.”
To that end, Bentztown includes an inhouse music system and a space that includes a stage and a dance floor. In addition to booking musical artists, Bentztown hosts a bluegrass jam on Thursday nights and, as of Jan. 29, weekly line dancing nights on Wednesdays.
To bring line dancing to Benztown, Brown specifically enlisted Grimet, who he said “does a phenomenal job. She’s very well-known in the area.”
If the turnout of Grimet’s followers on the inaugural line dancing night was any indication, she is not only well-known but well-loved.
Originally hailing from Scotland, Grimet has danced since she was 2 years old and has taught dance since she was 12. As a young and highly accomplished dancer, she once considered line dancing to be something that only older people did. But in an odd twist of fate, it was on vacation in Paris that she first discovered line dancing at a higher level, and she never looked back.
“I figured out that there’s actually a whole line dancing scene, where there are competitions all over the world,” she said. “I was like, ‘This is what I’m going to do. This is amazing.’”
Grimet did just that, winning many dance titles, even multiple world
championships.
She is now the owner of Sharon’s School of Dance, through which she teaches throughout Frederick and Carroll counties. Several years ago, she had a studio space in Walkerville, but she decided that a more itinerant model worked better for her.
“I realized that over here, it’s very different … you go to a studio to learn to dance, whereas in Scotland, the studio came to the communities,” Grimet said. “That’s what I wanted to do.”
In addition to Bentztown, Grimet teaches line dancing weekly at the Thurmont American Legion, the Westminster Moose Lodge and Fit2Shine Studio. Rather than enroll in a semester or term, students can pay a $10 drop-in fee. At Bentztown, that flat fee also includes a drink voucher.
The attendance at her classes soars above 100, even upward of 130 students, she estimated, and span a wide range of ages.
“Line dancing is phenomenal because there’s something for absolutely everybody. It doesn’t matter your age,” Grimet said. “There’s such a diverse choice in the music. My 17-year-old loves hip-hop. The little
grannies that have been coming for years love that old-school George Strait. There’s something for everybody.”
The numbers Grimet sees in her dance classes is reflective of a growing demand for line dancing classes and community in the area.
Step Out Line Dancing (SOLD) has seen a similar response to their line dancing events, all of which are currently sold out or at capacity. The Mount Airy-based company originated with a group of friends who worked out at Health Unlimited, taking dance fitness classes under the instruction of Laura Miller and bonding over a shared interest in line dancing outside of the gym.
Several years ago, the group had been traveling as far as The Loudoun Kitchen & Bar in Leesburg, Virginia, to take line dancing classes. But when Miller decided to bring line dancing classes to Health Unlimited, the success of her classes prompted the group to take it further.
“It seemed like there was such an enthusiasm for it. We went ahead and put together some events in the area,” said Laura Bauer, who runs marketing, communications and social media for SOLD.
Line Dancing
SOLD events have been held at American Legion and Liquidity Aleworks in Mount Airy, as well as Springfield Manor in Thurmont. Ticketed events have all sold out, and non-ticketed events have put the spacial capacity of the venue to the test. Their next Boots and Brews event will be at Liquidity Aleworks at 7 p.m. Feb. 22.
Each of their events have included charitable fundraising elements, a value the women hold because of their shared faith. They have previously donated in support of the Alzheimer’s Association, Mount Airy Net and the American Legion.
While their own loyal following rapidly grows, they are eager to connect with and support other line dancing instructors and communities. Closer to home, a SOLD contingent attended Grimet’s first night at Benztown.
“She’s got a huge following, and people just adore her for good reason,” Bauer said.
Despite the popularity of Western wear at line dancing events, both Grimet and SOLD include a variety of music styles in their repertoires. Both Bauer and Grimet noted the role of TikTok dances in spreading the popularity and drawing in a younger audience.
“There’s something for everyone,” Bauer said. “Regardless of your age or your experience or your preference in music, it seems to really check all the boxes.”
Line dancing instructor Arielle DeReggi teaches line dancing regularly at Green Meadows Petting Farm’s Country Barn Dances, taking place next at 6 p.m. Feb. 8. She teaches most often in Montgomery County however, where she has also amassed a large following of line dancers who attend her events and classes. At Lone Oak Brewing Company in Olney, where she is able to teach outside without space limitations, attendance exceeds 200.
While she also credits the popularity of TikTok dances with fueling the trend, she also believes the social distancing surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic created the right conditions for line dancing to grow in popularity.
“You didn’t need to touch someone else to be dancing; you could be semi-social distanced,” DeReggi said. “You didn’t have to come in physical contact with anybody else. Other dance forms [include] partner dancing. You’re holding hands and you’re changing partners.”
The inclusivity of being able to jump in and join the group is also a contributing factor. DeReggi danced competitively during high school but discovered finding a steady dance partner to be difficult, due to the hesitancy of the boys her age to enter the dancing world. Later, she discovered line dancing at Cancun Cantina in Hanover, going frequently to learn the dances, sometimes by herself when her friends were not available.
Line dancing is inherently inclusive, of-
IF YOU GO
SHARON GRIMET
sharonsschoolofdance.org
Follow her on Facebook at facebook.com/ Sharonsdancemd for the most up-to-date information.
• 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Bentztown, 6 N. Bentz St., Frederick
• 7 p.m. Feb. 8 — Kickin Up a Cure: A Fundraiser for St. Jude at Francis Scott Key Post 11 American Legion at 1450 Taney Ave., Frederick
• 7 p.m. Thursdays at Thurmont American Legion at 8 Park Lane, Thurmont
• 11 a.m. Tuesdays at Fit2Shine Studio, 2 W. Main St., New Market
STEP OUT LINE DANCING
stepoutlinedancing.com
Instagram: @StepOutLineDancing
February 22, 7 p.m. Feb. 22 — Boots and Brews Presents Cupid Shuffle at Liquidity Aleworks, 8 N. Main St., Mount Airy
ARIELLE DEREGGI
Instagram: @ArielleDeReggi
Green Meadows Petting Farm Country Line Dance
February 8, 6 p.m. Feb. 8 — Green Meadows
Petting Farm Country Line Dance at 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville.
fering an open and immediate entry point to belonging in the group. “It’s been really positive to see how everybody gets together for community, and you don’t need a partner. You can just go and you don’t need to rely on anybody,” DeReggi said.
DeReggi has also seen her line dancing events snowballing in popularity. The numbers do not just represent quantity but also the quality of this community. “Some of my best friends are in my line dancing group,” she said.
The demand and excitement surrounding line dancing events transcends age, musical tastes and geographical regions. Ultimately though, the trend may speak to a deeper need for community and connection. Bauer believes that the unity of line dancing is needed now more than ever in an age characterized by division. A host of factors that could threaten to divide people fade into the background when the music starts and steps begin in unison.
“We’re all just dancing,” she said. Erin Jones is a freelance writer, former humanities teacher and owner of Galvanize & Grow Copywriting. She holds a BA in English from Hood College and an MA in English from the Bread Loaf School of English, through which she studied literature at Middlebury College and Oxford University. Learn more at erinjoneswriter. com, or follow her on Instagram @ErinJonesWriter.
Attendees dance during the debut line dancing class at Bentztown in Frederick on Jan. 22.
Staff photo by Katina Zentz
Staff photo by Katina Zentz
Sharon Grimet, left, of Sharon’s School of Dance, and Gerald Roberts give instructions for a line dance during the debut line dancing class at Bentztown in Frederick on Jan. 22.
FILM & TV
Live from New York, it’s 50 years!
It’s difficult to overstate the cultural significance of Saturday Night Live. It may not seem so today, but the show literally changed the way young people approached Saturday nights in the 1970s.
Saturday Night Live will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2025 with a three-hour prime time special on NBC on Feb. 16.
As of this writing, a host has not been named, but one thing is certain, the show will be chock full of hilarious clips from its 50-year reign.
Much about Saturday Night Live, especially the early years, has passed into legend. But when the show hit the airwaves in October 1975, no one knew what to expect. A young writer named Lorne Michaels talked NBC executives into taking a chance on a live, late-night, weekend comedy show. This had not been tried before.
He wanted nothing less than to redefine comedy the way the Beatles, 10 years earlier, had redefined pop music. “That required not pandering, and it also required removing neediness, the need to please,” Michaels says in the book “Live from New York” by Tom Shales and James Andrew Miller. “We were only going to please those people who are like us, and that’s what we did.”
The show aired at 11:30 on Saturday night. If you were a college student at that time, like I was, 11:30 was prime time for parties, drinking, dancing and blowing off steam. Many of us didn’t even head out until that time. Once word got around that you had to see this new show, it didn’t take long for us to adjust our loose schedules accordingly. NBC banked that we would do both — stay in to watch the show but still go out before, after or both — and we did.
A little known fact is that Johnny Carson is largely responsible for the airing of Saturday Night Live. Carson ruled late-night TV during the week. By 1975, he had had enough of NBC airing his reruns on Saturday night; he wanted to use the reruns himself during the week so he could take more time off. NBC had the option of returning this weekend time to the local affiliates, and thereby giving up
a chunk of ad revenue, or trying to fill the time with other programming.
It was no surprise when word went out from NBC executives to develop a late-night weekend show. Had the powerful Carson never made this demand, it’s quite possible there would never have been a Saturday Night Live. After all, Carson did not retire until 1992.
The man NBC took a chance on, 30-year-old Lorne Michaels, gave them much more than I’m sure they bargained for: an adventurous, topical, satire series with a live studio audience that, had executives and advertisers known of its content in advance, might never have seen the light of day.
Michaels wanted the show to be the first one in the history of television to talk the same language being talked on college campuses,
streets and everywhere else young people gathered. In this, he succeeded wildly.
The show was originally called NBC’s Saturday Night. It was the first show the television generation — baby boomers, as we are now called — could call their own. It was unlike anything else on the air, and it would be years before rivals even tried to imitate it. It was new, unusual, surprising and boy, did it make us laugh. It had the proverbial inmates running the asylum, and it showed.
The show made stars of unknowns and superstars of stars. The brash young players that comprised the Not Ready for Prime Time Players in those first few seasons are now household names. Belushi, Chase, Aykroyd, Radner, Murray, Murphy, Piscopo and more delighted in trashing TV taboos.
Many of these would-be stars wanted no part of TV but took on the gig anyway because they could look down on even the most successful prime-time show — because their show was different. It was one of a
kind. It made fun of television. John Belushi made his feelings about television known at the time by famously saying, “My television has spit all over it.”
And who in the boomer generation can forget the Coneheads, Mad Samurai, Nick the Lounge Singer, Fred Garvin (Male Prostitute), the Wild and Crazy Guys, Killer Bees, Blues Brothers, Roseanne Roseannadanna, Wayne and Garth, Mr. Bill, Fernando, Hans and Franz, Lisa Loopner and Todd, The Church Lady, Pete Schweddy and the Greek deli owner selling “chee-burger, chee-burger, and Petsie.”
The very first show featured a “cold opening” that portended of things to come. Belushi appeared as a semi-literate immigrant dutifully keeling over with a heart attack because his English teacher suddenly dies of one. With that, Chevy Chase, as stage manager with clipboard in hand, looks in at the dead bodies and flashes that fake Hollywood smile and says, “Live from New York, it’s Saturday Night!” Then
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Saturday Night Live main stage, recreated for exhibit at Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago.
GARY BENNETT
cue the saxophone-infused music. Those words from Chase, the music and the accompanying scenes from New York’s shady underbelly had an exciting feel to them. We were hooked.
Another instant hit from the early shows was Chase as the bumbling but cooler-than-you newscaster for Weekend Update, an absurdist view of the goings-on in Washington and around the country. The segment was so topical and up-to-date that writers tell stories of being under Chase’s desk live on air handing notes up to him.
His goofy but sincere opening line of the newscast — “Good evening. I’m Chevy Chase and you’re not” — became a national catchphrase that even President Ford used. Because of this segment and the stage manager schtick when opening the show, Chase became the first breakout star, leaving after only one season to act in movies.
He was replaced by none other than Bill Murray in season two. The show barely skipped a beat. In short order, Belushi and Dan Aykroyd became major stars, too.
Feuds, fights and romances among staff members were in the paper seemingly every week. Boozy after-parties were legendary. Sex and drugs were rampant backstage. Network executives tended to steer clear of the 17th floor, where the show was written and performed, not wishing to be enmeshed in marijuana smoke and other strange aromas that would be hard to explain. Better to not know.
The SNL stage, 15 minutes before the action starts, on May 12, 2008.
By the beginning of the second season, Saturday Night Live was the talk of television, a national phenomenon.
Even the performers who joined the cast later are legendary in their own right: Eddie Murphy, Billy Crystal, Martin Short, Phil Hartman, Chris Farley, Mike Meyers, Dana Carvey, Chris Rock, Darrell Hammond, Will Ferrell, Adam
Sandler, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Julia Louis-Dreyfuss, Jon Lovitz, Dennis Miller, Kevin Nealon, Tracy Morgan, Amy Poehler … the list goes on and on. Big stars like Hanks, Martin, Baldwin and Timberlake fell all over themselves wanting to host.
For better or worse, Saturday Night Live lives on as a testament to what you can accomplish if you really believe in something — and “don’t
give a flying f— if it fails,” as Chase put it in 1975, when a reporter asked him how the show succeeded. 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.
Call for Art: Juried exhibition in Gettysburg
The 2024 Best In Show winner, “Echinacea Purpurea XI: Silver on my Mother-in-law’s Tablecloth,” by Andrea Finch. Courtesy photo
The Adams County Arts Council invites submissions to its 21st annual Juried Art Exhibition, which will be held June 14 to 28 at the Wolf House on the United Lutheran Seminary campus. Any person over the age of 18 is eligible to submit work for consideration by juror Ann Tarantino, Independent Artist at State College. The deadline for submissions is March 21.
This premiere show not only features work from Adams County and South-central Pennsylvania’s best artists but also draws entries from across the United States to be considered for awards ranging from $200 to $1,000. There is a $30 entry fee for up to three pieces for Adams County Arts Council members and a $45 entry
fee for nonmembers.
This year’s exhibition will be held in partnership with the United Lutheran Seminary. Entry forms and membership information are available online at adamsarts.org or by contacting ACAC at aa@adamsarts.org or 717-334-5006.
Juror Ann Tarantino is a Pennsylvania-based contemporary artist who works across media to explore the relationship of the natural world to the built environment. Her work has been exhibited widely in the United States and abroad, with public art installations appearing in settings ranging from museums and galleries to botanical gardens and city streets. For more information, go to adamsarts.org.
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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
Thirsty Thursday — 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Frederick Eagles, 207 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Domestic beers are just $3.15, non-domestics are $4.35, and wings are a steal at 94 cents each. And if you’re a member, you get an extra 20% off! Can’t beat that! 301-663-6281.
FrederickAerie1067@gmail.com.
Frederick Speaker Series: Dr. Robert Ballard — 7:30 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. On more than 120 deep-sea expeditions, Robert Ballard has made many major natural discoveries, such as the deep-sea vents. Oh, and he found the Titanic. The man who made some of the most startling undersea discoveries in recent years, Robert Ballard describes what it was like to locate the Titanic, among other sunken famous ships.
Elementary Explorers: Paper Football Games — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Participate in a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and
mathematics. This program is ideal for those in homeschool programs or activities in grades K through 5. This week we’re making paper footballs and designing and making field goal posts to create a fun football game. 301-600-7200.
Teen Time: Budgeting for Teens with PNC — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Learn how to build and maintain a personal budget with bankers from PNC bank! This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grades (ages 11-18). 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
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.
Pajama Storytime — 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Join us every Thursday Night at 6 p.m.! Enjoy music, stories, and more! Designed for ages up to 5 with a caregiver. 301-600-6329. fcpl.org.
GALLERY
Metro Washington Chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America Exhibit — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. “The Power of Color,” through Feb. 23 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/exhibitions.
“Lineage” — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Prints and paintings by Robert D’Arista & Lee Newman. Through Feb. 23. The artworks in this exhibition are a reflection on the tradition of teaching in the visual arts and how aesthetic ideas and techniques are passed on to successive generations. Lee Newman’s own work will be accompanied by those of his teacher, Robert D’Arista. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Senior Cafe: The place to come for coffee, conversation, friendship and fun events! Heart Health — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join Katy Smith, manager for Preventive Cardiology and Outpatient Cardiac Rehab at Frederick Health, to learn about heart health,
risk factors for heart disease, signs and symptoms, and treatment. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
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. 301-233-4817. monica@tenthwarddistilling.com. tenthwarddistilling.com.
Admiral Radio — 7:30 p.m. at New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Inspired by the prior life of their 1941 wooden Admiral Radio, South-Carolina based duo Coty Hoover and Becca Smith create a unique Americana blend rooted in traditional styles that also touches the heartstrings of the modern-day listener. This husband-and-wife singer-songwriter team weaves threads of country, folk, and roots music together to create a nostalgic sonic tapestry evoking simpler times filled with homespun comfort. $10. 301-600-2828. bhiller@cityoffrederickmd.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/admiral-radio.
Nat Myers: Blues Poet — 7:30 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa. A poet with a staggering and true voice, Korean-American troubadour Nat Myers’ folksy blues and remarkable pickin’ are authentic, timeless, and enduring. The Kenton County, Kentucky, native’s delivery harkens to traditional blues giants, but it’s his unique blend of modern roots and Americana that continues to make crowds drop their jaws. $24, $29 and $39 ($10 off for people age 25 and under). 717-337-8200. gettysburgmajestic.org.
THEATER
“The Beauty Queen of Leenane” — 8 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. In this intimate and pitch-black comedy from Martin McDonagh (author of “The Lieutenant of Inishmore”), in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, Maureen cares for her manipulative, ailing mother Mag in a seemingly endless cycle of spite and mutual loathing. When an old friend arrives from Maureen’s past, will he be enough to break the cycle?
MAVFD Auxiliary Buffet Dinner — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mount Airy Fire Co. Auxiliary Reception Hall, 1008 Twin Arch Road, Mount Airy. Allyou-can-eat buffet dinner of fried chicken and meatloaf, with all the fixings. $18. 301-829-2112. rickyericky@aol.com.
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. $95. 410-549-2722. murdermysterycompany@gmail.com. ddmysteries.eventbrite.com.
FAMILY
Fantastic February Family Run-Raiser — 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Discovery Station, 101 W. Washington St., Hagerstown. Enjoy life-sized games, dollar dance-offs, kid-friendly raffle baskets, refreshments and the opportunity to support this children’s museum. Hands-on exhibits and programs that focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math principles. Exhibits on dinosaurs, the Titanic, space, and more! If you haven’t been yet, attending this special fundraising event would be the best introduction for the family. $20 adult, $40 family, $30 member family. 301-790-0076. discoverystation.org.
FILM
“The Dressmaker” (2015, R) - A Shepherdstown Film Society Selection — 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Shepherdstown Opera House, 131 W. German St., Shepherdstown, W.Va. A 2015 Australian comedy drama starring Kate Winslet as femme fatale dressmaker Myrtle “Tilly” Dunnage who returns to a small Australian town to take care of her ailing, mentally unstable mother. Facilitated discussion will follow conclusion of the film. General admission, pay-what-you-want. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., reservations recommended. Popcorn, beer, wine, snacks available for purchase. 304-876-3704. Contact@OperaHouseLive.com.
Movie Knight — 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Y Arts Center, 115 E. Church St., Frederick. Local filmmaker nights presented and curated by Falling Squares every first Friday of the month at the Y Arts Center. Doors open at 8 p.m. Free admission. Free popcorn donated by Area 31, drinks available for purchase. All ages. fallingsquares@gmail.com. frederickymca.org.
GALLERY
Art at NOON: Corey Frey on How to Look At, Talk About, and Think About Art — noon
to 1 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. In this talk, Delaplaine’s Exhibitions Manager Corey Frey, will discuss suggestions for engaging works of art, mindsets to avoid, and the difference between art and propaganda. Then practice what you’ve just learned through an engaging conversation with other attendees on what we can garner from specific works of art and practicing the possibilities of collaborative meaning-making. 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/programs.
MUSIC
Piano Concert — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Brook Hill United Methodist Church, 8946 Indian Springs Road, Frederick. A collaborative piano concert featuring Nocholas Galinaitis from Los Angeles and our own Garrett Harmon. The program will include classical works and hymns. Admission by donation. 301-662-1727. brookhill@bhumc.org. bhumc.org.
Love Story: Taylor Swift Tribute Band — 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Experience the electrifying sensation of Taylor Swifts music like never before with the most prestigious tribute act out of the USA. Crafted with meticulous care Rikki Lee Wilson embodies an unforgettable performance that mirrors the essence of Taylor Swift herself. Backed by an exceptional band, every moment of the show radiates with authenticity, ensuring a riveting experience for attendees of all ages. Rikki possesses an uncanny resemblance to Taylor Swift, captivating Swifties at every performance, transporting them back to the exhilarating atmosphere of a Taylor Swift concert. $34 - $54. 301-790-2000. boxoffice@mdtheatre.org. mdtheatre.org/love-story.
1964 The Tribute — 8 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 1964 meticulously re-creates the magic of a live Beatles’ performance with artful precision and unerring accuracy, and brings you as close as anyone could possibly get to feeling the magic of a Fab Four live performance. For over 30 years, 1964 has thrilled audiences with what is considered to be the most authentic tribute to The Beatles using period instruments, clothing, hairstyles and onstage banter with an accuracy that is unmatched. A perennial favorite on the Weinberg stage, you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind salute to the boys from Liverpool. $35, $30, $25. 301-600-2828. bhiller@cityoffrederickmd.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/ 1964-the-tribute-2025.
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. 301-233-4817. monica@tenthwarddistilling.com. tenthwarddistilling.com.
THEATER
Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” — 6
p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. In the world’s longest-running play, when a local woman is murdered, the guests and staff at Monkswell Manor find themselves stranded during a snowstorm. It soon becomes clear that the killer is among them, and the seven strangers grow increasingly suspicious of one another. When a second murder takes place, tensions and fears only escalate. Brimming with intrigue, sophisticated humor, and surprising twists, “The Mousetrap” is one of Agatha Christie’s most iconic murder mysteries. Friday and Saturday evenings and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday, through March 1. Tickets vary. 301-662-6600. WOB@wayoffbroadway.com. wayoffbroadway.com.
“The Beauty Queen of Leenane” — 8 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. In this intimate and pitch-black comedy from Martin McDonagh (author of “The Lieutenant of Inishmore”), in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, Maureen cares for her manipulative, ailing mother Mag in a seemingly endless cycle of spite and mutual loathing. When an old friend arrives from Maureen’s past, will he be enough to break the cycle?
The Comedy Pigs — 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Established in 1993, The Comedy Pigs are the region’s longest-running improv troupe, and they’re ready for another great season. Join them on the first Friday and Saturday of every month for hilarious shows filled with a series of fun short-form improv games. No two shows are ever the same, so be sure to join them each and every month! 18 and older. $15. 301-694-4744. contact@marylandensemble.org.
Saturday Feb. 8
CLASSES
Fox Haven Foragers: Year-Round Wild
Food Workshops — 9 a.m. to noon at Fox Haven Farm & Retreat Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Now in its ninth year, Fox Haven Foragers invites you to connect with nature throughout the seasons. Each month, we’ll explore at least two to three plants that are ripe and ready for harvest. From native plants like milkweed, cattail, and elderberry to fascinating finds like willow, witch hazel, and paw paw, you’ll gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience in identifying and processing plants. Meets second Saturday of the month through November. Visit website for cost. 2404905484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.
OWL Native Plant Wreath Creating Class — 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Harney Volunteer Fire Co., 5130 Harney Road, Taneytown. Cabin fever setting in? OWL has a fun, exciting, creative session waiting for you. Ladies and girls 14 and over come join us for a morning or afternoon of delightful, creative fun making an original wreath using nature’s bounty.
Each wreath will be unique; inspired by your imagination. All materials provided. Also an afternoon session from 1 to 3 p.m. Pre-registration is required by Feb. 3. $30 per session. 240-298-2551. damorgan@verizon.net. www.owlife.org.
ETCETERA
Galentine’s Brunch — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ceresville Mansion, 8529 Liberty Road, Frederick. Calling all ladies! Celebrate friendship and love. Gather your besties for a morning filled with laughter, fun, and fabulous vibes in an elegant, flower-filled setting. Ticket includes brunch, mimosas (21 and older), activities, dress in pink or red for your Gallentine vibe! RSVP. $55. 301-694-5111. darina@ceresville.com.
Pre-Valentine’s Day Shopping with Alpacas — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Shepherd’s Purse Alpaca, 7971 Bennett Branch Road, Mount Airy. The barn and the It’s Alpaca! Boutique will be open, and guests can visit and interact with the resident alpacas in a fun and relaxing way, as well as see and purchase luxurious alpaca gifts for their sweethearts. 301-452-1874. info@shepherdspursealpacas.com. shepherdspursealpacas.com/ whatsnew.htm.
Frederick Apple Core — 10 a.m. to noon at Walkersville United Methodist Church, 22 Main St., Walkersville. A Macintosh User Group, meets the second Saturday of each month. Follow Apple Logo signs. Users of Apple and similar products (MacBooks, iMacs, Mac Pro, iPhone, iPod, iPad, iWatch, etc.) are invited to attend. All ages. bobesposito@mac.com. frederickapple.org.
Cryptology: The Battle of Midway — 11 a.m. to noon at Middletown Branch Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown. The Battle of Midway was the turning point in the Pacific War. Due to the triumphant narrative embraced by the U.S. after WWII, there is a tendency to think of the battle as a straightforward series of events that led to the triumph of U.S. forces. It is true that superb cryptologic work and effective performance in the battle space served as the foundation of the victory, but there is so much more to the story. In the rush to celebrate the events of that day, it is easy to forget that much of what happened was due to the decisions and actions of ordinary human beings at critical moments, who met and overcame immense challenges in extraordinary ways. This lecture will focus on some of the amazing events and personalities that were part of the incredible victory and provide insights into why at the Battle of Midway, as Admiral Nimitz noted, uncommon valor was a common virtue. 301-600-7560. ebomgardner@frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.
Boxes and Bags Bingo — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Company Reception Hall , 1008 Twin Arch Road, Mount Airy. The Historical Society of Mount Airy hosts. Doors open at 6 p.m. and bingo starts at 7 p.m. Features filled box theme prizes and designer bags from Coach, kate spade, Vera Bradley and Crocs.The cost is $35 for two bingo packs. There will be 20 regular games,
5 specials, raffles and 50/50.Food and snacks will be available for purchase! The money raised will benefit the Historical Society of Mount Airy, Mount Airy Rails to Trails, MAC the Caboose and the Flat Iron Preservation Project.Call 301-703-1430 to reserve your spots or go to www.HistoricalSocietyofMountAiryMD.org to purchase your tickets online! $35. 301-703-1430. historicalsocietyofmountairymd.org.
Andrew Andriko Acoustic Music Live on Stage — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rockwell Brewery Riverside, 8411 Broadband Drive, Frederick. Andrew Andriko will be rocking the house with all of your favorites. No cover. 240-575-9755. matt@rockwellbrewery.com.
Country Barn Dance — 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Green Meadows Petting Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville. With line dancing instruction all night by Arielle DeReggi included. The Barn Dance will take place in our party venue, the Stables, and will be rain or shine. Food, beer and wine available for purchase. 21 and older. $18 credit for adults only. 301-865-9203. info@greenmeadowsevents.com. greenmeadowsevents.com.
Swingin’ Harmony Big Band Live Music — 6:55 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rockwell Brewery Riverside, 8411 Broadband Drive, Frederick. All ages, all genres. Free. 240-575-9755. matt@rockwellbrewery.com.
Swingin’ Harmony Big Band — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rockwell Riverside Brewery , 8411 Broadband Drive, Suite K, Frederick. Bring your dancing shoes. Frederick’s premier Big Band Jazz Band is back. Frankie Barwell will be singing Sinatra classics. Enjoy the sweet sounds of jazz standards, funk and pop classics. Matthew.buckner@hotmail.com. rockwellbrewery.com.
FAMILY
CMATC Annual Toy Auction and Show — at Brunswick Vol. Fire Co., 1500 Volunteer Drive, Brunswick. Central Maryland Antique Tractor Club’s Annual Farm Toy Auction and Show. It is one of the largest in the state of Maryland. Food available for purchase. Call early to consign items. Consignments will also be taken Feb. 7from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. For more information contact Hatton Brown 301-7487043 or Jeremiah Herbst at 443-286-7843. $3 adults, free ages under 12. 443-286-7843. cmatc@comcast.net. cmatc.org.
Valentines Party at The Birthday Barn — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lazy Daze Farm, 14074 Hoovers Mill Road, Rocky Ridge. Known for being a kids birthday party venue. Celebrate togetherness with the family to visit their animals and shop local vendors as they’re supporting the Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding program. There will be Petey’s Kissing Booth, kids’ crafts, mini photo sessions, and a food truck on-site provided by The Savagery Food Truck. Shop from local vendors that sell everything from art to permanent jewelry and baked goods to handmade leather creations! 240-674-8693. thebirthdaybarn@yahoo.com.
Bunnies in the Library — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Hop on over to
the library to meet and learn about bunnies with Leaps and Squeaks Animal Rescue. This program is for all ages.
301-600-7250.
frederick.librarycalendar.com.
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.
Family Storytime — 11 a.m. to noon at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Stories, movement, music, and fun for the entire family.
Symphony Saturdays: Percussion — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Through fun, hands-on demonstrations led by musicians in the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, each free session aims to introduce an instrument family followed by an instrument-related activity. Elementary-aged children are welcome. Save future Symphony Saturdays, each held at C. Burr Artz Public Library at 2 p.m.: Brass on Feb. 15; and Woodwinds on Feb. 22. fcpl.org.
Author-Illustrator Visit — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Elizabeth Lilly is an accomplished children’s book author and illustrator from the Baltimore area. This Saturday, Lilly gives a talk about her books and her work
in illustration, writing and animation. A book signing is also available! 301-600-1630. fcpl.org.
Lunar New Year Celebration — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Join us for this fun-filled event as we ring in the Year of the Snake. Crafts, a dance performance and fun activities for the whole family! 301-600-6329. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
FESTIVALS
Hagerstown Model RR Museum, Inc.
February 2025 Train Show — 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Washington County MD Agricultural Educational Center, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro. The Hagerstown Model RR Museum Inc. hosts. There will be tables of vendors selling model trains of various scales, along with railroad artifacts. Plenty of free parking and the site is handicap accessible. Food and drink will be available on site for purchase. At this time, due to lack of volunteers, we do not plan on opening the historic Antietam Train Station to the public during the show. $5 per person, ages 12 and under free. 301800-9829. hmrrm@myactv.net. antietamstation.com.
Chocolate Crawl — 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Downtown Main Street, 110 S. Main St., Mount Airy. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. What do you have planned for your beloved? Participating merchants will have fun chocolate themes like Tony Pazzo Italian
COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES
presented by the Music and Arts Ministry of Calvary United Methodist Church
Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. doors open at 2:30
Calvary United Methodist Church 131 West Second Street • Frederick, MD 21701
Brian Ganz, pianist
Brian Ganz, a cornerstone of the Community Concert Series, returns for another “All Chopin” concert. The program includes Four Mazurkas, Op. 68, Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23, and Sonta No. 1 in C minor, Op. 4. This concert is an interactive and highly energetic performance where Mr. Ganz brings Chopin’s music to life with emotional power and warmth.
Visit www.calvaryumc.org/concerts
Ristorante and Bar serving chocolate drinks and food specials, and Liquidity Aleworks with a chocolate raspberry stout! Vendors onsite offering sweet treats for purchase such as Fresh Squeezed Please with a hot chocolate bar, The Dessert Depot and Mommy Magic Cakes with chocolate items for purchase, and Linganore Winecellars and Elk Run Vineyards with wine to pair with a sweet treat as well as Twin Valley Distillers for your libation needs. Live music from 3 to 5 p.m. by musician Andrew Andriko who brings a combination of rock, alternative and experimental music. Make a purchase at a Downtown business during the event hours and receive a free gift! Just bring your receipt to Town Hall (110 S. Main St.) to receive the gift. A local Girl Sout Troop will be providing free babysitting services from 3 to 7 p.m. at Calvary United Methodist Church so parents can enjoy the festivities as a couple.
MUSIC
Porter Carroll Jr: The Evolution of Cabaret — 7:30 p.m. at New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. A dynamic show that redefines the traditional cabaret experience. Porter Carroll Jr., founder of Atlantic Starr the R&B/ Pop hit machine from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s is selling out shows, an innovative cabaret/ nightclub act that puts a new exciting spin on popular classics never before seen on the Jazz club and cabaret circuit, featuring a tasty panoply that runs the gamut from R&B and improvisational jazz to soul, funk, blues, rock ‘n’ roll and more. $35. 301-600-2828. bhiller@cityoffrederickmd.gov.
“The Beauty Queen of Leenane” — 8 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. In this intimate and pitch-black comedy from Martin McDonagh (author of “The Lieutenant of Inishmore”), in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway, Maureen cares for her manipulative, ailing mother Mag in a seemingly endless cycle of spite and mutual loathing. When an old friend arrives from Maureen’s past, will he be enough to break the cycle?
Doggy Noses & Yoga Poses — 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy. You do the yoga while the pups do the cuddles! Adorable rescue puppies and dogs will be allowed to roam freely and interact with you during this one-hour mixed level yoga class , so be prepared to get puppy kisses. Your ticket also includes a complimentary glass of wine after the class (for guests 21+). Please bring your own yoga mat or towel to this class. To benefit Operation Paws for Homes. cherylg@ophrescue.org. ophrescue.org/events/1807.
ReWIND Wellness Series Program — 1
p.m. to 2 p.m. at UNESCO Center, 129 W. Patrick St., Unit 15, 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. Each session is designed for 8 weeks for basic, and at the conclusion, those who attend for at least 6 of them, will receive a certificate of attendance. For teens. 240-446-1658. unescobmw@gmail.com. unescobmw.org.
ETCETERA
Cash Bingo — 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Frederick Elks Lodge 684, 289 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. Admission gets 16 games and 2 jackpots. Additional game packs and special games available for purchase. Ages 18 and older.
$25. 301-639-8829. KMcNitt53@aol.com.
FAMILY
CMATC Annual Toy Auction and Show — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brunswick Vol. Fire Co., 1500 Volunteer Drive, Brunswick. Central Maryland Antique Tractor Club’s Annual Farm Toy Auction and Show. It is one of the largest in the state of Maryland. Food available for purchase. Call early to consign items. Consignments will also be taken Feb. 7from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. For more information contact Hatton Brown 301-748-7043 or Jeremiah Herbst at 443-286-7843.
$3 adults, free ages under 12. 443-286-7843. cmatc@comcast.net. cmatc.org.
Valentines Cookie Decorating — 3:30 p.m. at Prospect Pantry, 1 W. Main St., New Market. Also at 5:30 p.m. Each ticket includes entry for one child and one adult and all the supplies needed to decorate four cookies each (eight per ticket), taught by The Midnight Baker! This workshop is recommended for ages 6 and up. Grab your tickets online. Select one of two times offered for a Valentines-themed cookie decorating class for kids and their parent/caregiver!
“Back to Our By-Gone Days: Remembering Lincoln School in Frederick” — 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Join AARCH Society’s Barbara Thompson for a viewing of thia documentary. The film features interviews of former students of Lincoln School, Frederick County’s first and only secondary school for African Americans until the end of segregation. It will include a brief history of Lincoln School and highlights from former students who share their fond memories. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
GALLERY
Metro Washington Chapter of the Colored Pencil Society of America Exhibit — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. “The Power of Color,” through Feb. 23 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org.
delaplaine.org/exhibitions.
“Lineage” — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Prints and paintings by Robert D’Arista & Lee Newman. Through Feb. 23. The artworks in this exhibition are a reflection on the tradition of teaching in the visual arts and how aesthetic ideas and techniques are passed on to successive generations. Lee Newman’s own work will be accompanied by those of his teacher, Robert D’Arista. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/exhibitions.
MUSIC
Bach in Baltimore Presents: Bach for Trumpet & Organ — 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Saint Joseph’s Parish , 100 Church Lane , Cockeysville . Bach’s works arranged for trumpet and organ highlight the brilliance of his compositions through a unique instrumental pairing. These include the Sonatas in E major and A major, showcasing intricate melodies and harmonies. Chorales such as “Jesu meine Freude” and “O Haupt voll Blut” (The Passion Chorale) offer profound spiritual depth. The Prelude on “Ein Feste Burg” and other chorales for trumpet and organ add grandeur and reverence, making these arrangements both majestic and deeply moving. $37 general, $10 students, free for kids!. 443630-3875. elizabachinbbaltimore@gmail.com. bachinbaltimore.org/ events/bach-for-trumpet-and-organ.
PERFORMER
Bollywood Afternoon with Zind Performing Academy and Bride and Prejudice! — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Nobody can have the winter blahs when Bollywood (or Mr. Darcy) is around. Join Zind Performing Academy, a modern Bollywood dance studio, as they perform for us and then be swept away by the wonderful Bollywood film retelling for Pride and Prejudice in the community room. All ages welcome. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
POLITICS
“Agenda 47” Discussion Topic for Braver Angels — 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Brightview Westminster Ridge, 505 High Ridge Drive, Westminster. The November post-election discussions focused on hopes and fears associated with each presidential contender. But more clarity is needed about the stated intentions of the incoming Trump-Vance Administration. Where did the information originate? Are you concerned or energized by these plans? 410-624-6033. central-maryland@braverangels.org. centralmaryland.braverangels.org.
THEATER
“The Beauty Queen of Leenane” — 3 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. In this intimate and pitch-black comedy from Martin McDonagh (author of “The Lieutenant of Inishmore”), in the mountains of Connemara, County Galway,
Maureen cares for her manipulative, ailing mother Mag in a seemingly endless cycle of spite and mutual loathing. When an old friend arrives from Maureen’s past, will he be enough to break the cycle?
Sol Yoga — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join us for this free yoga class offered by Sol Yoga. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes. 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
ESL High Beginners Conversation Class — 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. We welcome adults (18 and older) who want to practice their English to a conversation class hosted by the Literacy Council of Frederick County. Students will practice their speaking and listening skills with conversations guided by an instructor from the Literacy Council of Frederick County. Registration is required by the Literacy Council of Frederick County.
301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
ETCETERA
Senior Men’s Group — 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Wegmans, 7830 Wormans Mill Road, Frederick. Connect with other men in the senior community! We meet weekly at Wegman’s to talk and catch-up. Just bring money for coffee. 301-600-1234. virtualseniorcenter@ frederickcountymd.gov.
Frederick County Senior Services Advisory Board Meeting — 1 p.m. at Bourne Building Training Room, 355 Montevue Lane, Frederick. For seniors. Open to the public. Meets the second Monday every month. 301-600-1234. SeniorServices@frederickcountymd.gov. SeniorServices@frederickcountymd.gov.
Bar Bingo — 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Frederick Eagles, 207 W. Patriick St., Frederick. Get your packets for $12, which includes 7 games. Happy hour 5 to 7 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. 301-663-6281. FrederickAerie1067@gmail.com.
FAMILY
Baby Storytime — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont. Songs, stories and play for babies and their grownups. Designed for children up to 24 months with a caregiver. Afterwards, we offer a “stay and play” for all to enjoy. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com. Valentine Gnome Making — 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Create a sweet Valentine gnome! Supplies limited! For teens. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov.
frederick.librarycalendar.com.
FILM
“22 Words” A Documentary by John Amanchukwu--Screening — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lewistown Volunteer District Fire Department, 11101 Hessong Bridge Road, Thurmont. Who is John Amanchukwu Sr. Preacher. Author. Activist. His name means “I Know God.” He is a rising voice speaking to today’s cultural issues. He speaks countrywide to audiences in churches, schools/schoolboards, and groups who are interested in the morality in America. Learn more at iknowgod.us. Food and drink available for purchase. Pre-registration required. $10. 240-675-0749. pworsley@ frederickcountyconservativeclub.com. frederickcountyconservativeclub.com.
Tuesday Feb. 11
ETCETERA
Open Chess Play — 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Stop in and play chess with your friends. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Calling All Chocolate Lovers! — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Join a guided chocolate tasting and learn about different types of chocolate. Sample a variety of chocolates and learn how to make chocolate roses too. It’s an evening to spoil your tastebuds. For teens.
301-600-6329. fcpl.org.
FAMILY
Preschool Storytime — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Songs, stories, and fun for preschoolers and their grownups. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. 301-600-7200.
Get Ready for Kindergarten — 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Have fun exploring literacy, STEM and art through play-based activities that integrate essential school skills. Designed for ages 3-5 with a caregiver. 301-600-7200.
Elementary Explorers: Valentine’s Day — 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Enjoy a variety of heart-themed activities in preparation of Valentine’s Day. This program is for children in kindergarten through 5th grades (ages 5-10).
301-600-7250.
frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Night Owls — 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Storytime, pajama style! Enjoy movement, music and stories with the whole family. PJ’s optional! Designed for kids of all ages with a caregiver.
Gentle Yoga for All! — 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Common Market CO-OP, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. This class is the perfect intro for a new student or an experienced yogi. There will be plenty of modifications offered to meet various levels so that ALL can enjoy the benefits of yoga. By donation. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop/classes-events.
Timeless Twirls: Couples Ballroom — 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Kentlands Mansion, 320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. Join a couples ballroom dance class that’s perfect for newlyweds and long-time lovebirds alike! Whether you’re looking to sparkle on the dance floor for the first time or rekindle your romance with some elegant moves, our class offers a fun and youthful twist on ballroom basics. Registration includes admission for both partners.
A Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities — 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Enjoy music by a brass quartet and learn more about their instruments. This program is for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
Taylor Swift Valentine’s Day Party — 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Enjoy making friendship bracelets, singing along to favorite Taylor Swift songs, and more! Costumes are encouraged. Ages 5-12. 301-600-6329. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Author Talk with Adeena Mignogna — 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks, 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks. Meet Adeena Mignogna, engineer, astronomer and local science fiction author, who is on a quest to encourage others to develop a love of STEM, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, through her love of science fiction! Learn about her latest sci-fi books and what inspires her. Adults and teens welcome. 301-874-4560. scwells@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Line Dancing Night at Bentztown — 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Bentztown, 6 S. Bentz St., Frederick. Kick up your boots at Bentztown’s all-new line dancing night! Every Wednesday, Bentztown is turning up the country vibes and bringing the best of Music City to you.
Led by Sharon Grimet of Sharon’s School of Dance, this fun and easygoing class is perfect for dancers of all skill levels. Happy hour food specials.-Every Wednesday night from 7:30-9:30pm-$10 at the door (includes your first beer, soda, or rail cocktail)-Come early for happy hour food specials (3-6pm) and Whiskey Wednesday drink deals!It may be getting colder outside but Wednesdays at Bentztown bring the heat! Grab your favorite dance partner and hit the floor with us. $10, includes your first beer, soda or rail cocktail. 301-301-8430. info@bentztown.com.
FAMILY
Toddler Storytime — 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Designed with beginning mobility in mind, join us for movement, songs, stories and more that will guide caregivers toward early learning and literacy for toddlers. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
GALLERY
OneFrederick Collaborative — 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Serendipity Cafe, 37 N. Market St., Frederick. Every Wednesday morning to talk about keeping creativity alive and well in Frederick by finding more spaces for studios, rehearsals and performances, storage, and live-work places for artists and makers 301-606-6717. feinberg.alan2@gmail.com. onefrederickcollaborative.com.
The Other mozart
February 13-15
$35 / optional meal available
NAT MYERS: BLUES POET THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6
$39 / $29 / $24
new orleans songbook wednesday, February 26 $50 / $40 / $35
POLITICS
A Conversation on International Affairs — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Join Thurmont area resident and retired U.S. Ambassador Shaun Donnelly in a group conversation on International Affairs! 18 and older. 301-600-7200.
Adult Digital Learning at the Thurmont Senior Center — 10 a.m. to noon at Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. Need help with your devices, or would you like to discover the basics of browsing the web, setting up an email or writing a resume? We are here to help. Laptops provided. Join us at the Thurmont Senior Center this month. Want to know more? Discover free online learning to help you achieve personal and professional goals through the www.fcpl.org/ learn databases. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Tween Time: Felt Stuffies — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Create a felt stuffy to keep or gift to a friend! The program is for tweens in 3rd through 8th grades (ages 8-13). 301600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Teen Time: Felt Stuffies — 6 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Join us to create a felt stuffy to keep or gift to a friend! This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grades (ages 1118). 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
February Collage Club - Loving Ourselves and Others — 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Cowork Frederick, 122 E. Patrick St., Frederick. A fun and creative evening of collage making. Using the practices of SoulCollage®, explore self-love and our love for others. Materials provided. 21 and older. Pre-registration required.
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
Senior Cafe: The Place to Come for Coffee, Conversation, Friendship and Fun Events: Found Poetry — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 South Glade Rd, Walkersville. Come get in the Valentine’s Day spirit by learning about found poetry! You can even give it a try using recycled library books. 18 and older. 301-600-8200. www.fcpl.org.
Fall in Love with Transit! — 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Common Market, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. We’ll teach you how to read the schedule and how to use Google Transit to plan your trip. Join Transit Services of Frederick County and the Common Market for a quick and informal travel training session. We’ll learn about Google Maps to plan trips and we’ll hop onboard the 60 Connector right outside The Common Market. We’ll ride down to the Transit Center and transfer to the 61 Connector, returning to the Common Market shortly after. We will start by sipping hot chocolate in the Community Room next to our Cafe! 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket. coop. www.commonmarket.coop/classes-events/ fall-in-love-with-transit-2/.
Thirsty Thursday — 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Frederick Eagles, 207 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Domestic beers are just $3.15, non-domestics are $4.35, and wings are a steal at 94 cents each. And if you’re a member, you get an extra 20% off! Can’t beat that! 301-663-6281. FrederickAerie1067@gmail. com.
Galentine’s Night w/ Karaoke by BlackEyed Suzy — 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Rockwell Brewery Riverside, 8411 Broadband Drive, Frederick. “What’s Galentine’s day? Oh it’s only the best day of the year!” Grab all of your friends for a Galentine’s bash. An epic fun night with games and drink specials AND karaoke. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill karaoke! Wear your pink or red and get 10 percent off pints! Karaoke starts at 7 p.m, party starts at 6 p.m. 240-575-9755. matt@rockwellbrewery.com.
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.
FAMILY
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/event/musical-storytime-149811.
Elementary Explorers: Heart Art — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. Participate in a variety of experiences related to science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics. This program is ideal for children in homeschool programs and activities in grades K through 5. 301-600-7200. bbrannen@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com/events/ month/2025/02?keywords=heart&branches %5B106%5D=106.
Pajama Storytime — 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Join us every Thursday Night at 6 p.m.! Enjoy music, stories, and more! Designed for ages up to 5 with a caregiver. 301-600-6329. 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.
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.
Disney on Ice Presents “Mickey’s Search Party” — 7 p.m. at CFG Bank Arena, 201 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore. Bringing the magic to guests through dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air. This adventure delivers compelling storytelling through multi-leveled production numbers so be prepared to join this magical search and help unlock an epic journey. Continues through Feb. 17. 410-243-1333. mmiles@weinbergharris. com.
