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CALENDAR

Theater

“Church Basement Ladies” — 6 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. Meet the pastor, three cooks, and one daughter who run the kitchen and care for the congregation. This funny musical comedy sees the four women handle a Lutefisk Dinner, a funeral, an Easter Fundraiser, and, of course, a wedding. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. first, third and fifth Sundays; 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through May 20. Show follows lunch/dinner buffet. $55 Fridays and Sunday matinees, $59 Saturdays. 301-662-8200. wayoffbroadway.com.

“Wizard of Oz’” — 7 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. The Yellow Brick Road is headed to the Weinberg Center Easter weekend. This original adaptation of the classic tale is a full-length play filled with dancing and full of delight for all ages. $16-$30. 301-6623722. allison@performingartsfactory.com. facebook.com/ TheWizardofOzwithOtherVoices.

Saturday April 8

Classes

Freedom BANG class — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville Public Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Freedom Bang is a pre-choreographed fusion of boxing, HIIT, hip hop, world dance, optional weighted gloves and just a touch of attitude. Offering a wide range of intensity options to help you customize your workout. Ages 18 and older. 301-600-8200. AWadding @FrederickCountyMD.gov. fcpl.org. Zumba Saturdays at the Library — 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. Ready to exercise! Ready to dance! Ready to shake off the pounds? Come on in for Zumba at the Library on Saturday mornings through May 27. Ages 18 and older. 301-600-7004. marchange-desir@ frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com/event/ zumba-saturdays-library-8.

Transitioning to Non-Toxic Hygiene and Skincare Products — 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Common Market Co-op, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. Learn everything you need to get started with switching to less toxic products for your hygiene, face and body care. Learn which ingredients to avoid, resources for researching ingredients and products, how to recognize “cleanwashing” and some product recommendations to get you started. $15-$30. 301-663-3416. aharmon@ commonmarket.coop.

Etcetera

Foundations of Frederick Walking Tour — 10:30 a.m. to noon at Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Walk in the footsteps of Frederick’s past residents and discover their story. Experience the history and beauty of downtown as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick. Tours are 90 minutes. $12, $10, $8. director@frederickhistory.org. frederickhistory.org/programs/adults/ walking-tours/.

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum — 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Explore the home of Frederick’s pioneer family, the Brunners. Built in 1758, it is the oldest surviving building in the city and a National Historic Landmark. Inside is the only known example of a German heating system that provided safe, clean, energy-efficient radiant heat. Learn the story of the desperate German immigrants who fled dire conditions in Europe and came to prominence in Frederick County. Walk in for a guided tour. $8 for adults, free for under age 12. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 7:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., Frederick. Journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past. Nearly 300 years of war, executions and revenge. True documented stories of the paranormal with Maryland’s oldest operating Ghost Tour. Reservations recommended. $15. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.

Family

Good Shepherd Kid’s Easter Event — 9:45 a.m. to noon at Faith Church, 8158 Yellow Springs Road, Frederick. Events include story time, cookie decorating, crafts, a children’s obstacle course, and an egg hunt. Ages 3-10. Please bring a bag or basket for children to collect eggs. Preregister at faithreformed.org. One parent or guardian must remain on the property. 1 canned good per child to be donated to a local charity. 301-662-0662. faithchurch@ faithreformed.org.

Farmer ChuckBones Easter Events — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Farmer ChuckBone’s, 6269 Ed Crone Lane, Frederick. Meet the Easter Bunny. Purchase tickets for the Easter egg hunt along the nature trail, pictures with the Easter Bunny in the Giant Chair, hayrides and bunny petting area. Free admission for adults, $10 per child. 240-220-0675. farmerchuckbone.com.

American Legion Gold Star Post 191 Easter Egg Hunt — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at American Legion Gold Star Post 191, 801 Prospect Road, Mount Airy. All children are invited. 301-829-9161. goldstarpost191@ gmail.com. post191.com.

Easter Palooza — 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at New Life Church, 5913 Jefferson Pike, Frederick. Community event for the entire family. Includes a helicopter egg drop. 301-663-8497.

Easter Egg Hunt — 11:30 a.m. at Mullinix Park, 16 S. Bentz St., Frederick. Egg hunt starts at noon. Prizes, crafts, food, fun. Community event.

301-663-9380. asburyumcfmd.org.

Easter Egg Hunt — noon at Burkittsville Ruritan Club Community Center, 500 E. Main St., Burkittsville. Hosted by the Ruritan Club, Ladies Auxiliary and the Town of Burkittsville. Free refreshments. Egg hunt begins at 1 p.m., rain or shine. For ages 12 and under. Prizes awarded in three age groups. 301-371-7795.

Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club Easter Egg Hunt — 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club, 8101 Crum Road, Mount Pleasant (Walkersville). Children ages infant to 10 years, with parent. Bring a basket for your eggs. Treats and gifts for all children! Take pictures with the Easter Bunny. In case of rain, event will be indoors. Bring a nonperishable food item for local food banks. 301-452-3089. sbkolbay@comcast.net.

Health

BANG Class — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville LIbrary, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Freedom Bang is a prechoreographed fusion of boxing, HIIT, hip-hop, world dance, optional weighted gloves and just a touch of attitude. Offering a wide range of intensity options to help you customize your workout. 301-600-8200. awadding@ frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.

Music

Live Music: Susanna Laird — noon to 3 p.m. at The Common Market CO-OP, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick. Visit our Route 85 café and enjoy live music. This week features Susanna Laird. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop.

4 Warned Band — 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Cactus Flats, 10026 Hansonville Road, Frederick. Classic rock.

Outdoors

Tree Identification Walk — 9 a.m. to noon at City of Frederick Watershed, Gambrill Park Road, Frederick. Join certified arborist Jenny Willoughby and library staff for this hike and see how ecology, history and water resources all converge to make this a special backcountry gem. 2-3 hour hike over uneven, but fairly easy terrain, about 3.5 miles. 301-600-8350. frederick.librarycalendar.com/ event/tree-id-walk.

Theater

“Wizard of Oz’” — 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. The Yellow Brick Road is headed to the Weinberg Center Easter weekend. This original adaptation of the classic tale is a full-length play filled with dancing and full of delight for all ages. $16-$30. 301-662-3722. allison@ performingartsfactory.com. facebook.com/

TheWizardofOzwithOtherVoices.

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