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suggestions. 213-926-3577. sasha.carrera@gmail.com.

MET Comedy Night: The Comedy Pigs — 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 30th anniversary season! Catch them every first Friday and Saturday through June. Ages 18 and older. $15. 301-694-4744. zcallis@ marylandensemble.org.

Politics

Mobilize Frederick Climate Summit — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hood College Hodson Auditorium, 400 Ferndale Ave., Frederick. Mobilize Frederick’s Inaugural Climate Summit, co-sponsored by Hood College. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Keynote speakers are Hood College President Andrea Chapdelaine, County Executive Jessica Fitzwater and Mayor Michael O’Connor. Maryland Climate Change Commissioner Michael C. Powell will provide an overview of state Climate Change initiatives. Panel discussions, exhibits, lunch. RSVP to attend. 240-344-2961. kc.cannon99@gmail.com. mobilizefrederick.org/upcoming-events.

Recreation

Jeff Scuffins Memorial Run — 7:45 a.m. at near Oswald Park, 211 Prospect Ave., Hagerstown. Through the historic portions of the north end of Hagerstown and start and finish near Oswald Park. Kids race at 7:45 a.m.; main event 8 a.m. Free for ages 12 and under; $35 for 5K run, live or virtual, $30 for 2.5K WalkRun. Jeff “Scuff” Scuffins was a well-established track and crosscountry standout who graduated from North Hagerstown High School in 1980. Scuff was a MD state track champion and the owner of still-standing school records for 1,600 (4:18.94) and 3,200 (9:25) meters. runsignup.com/race/md/hagerstown/ jeffscuffinsmemorialrun.

Theater

“Church Basement Ladies” — 6 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick . In 1965 rural Minnesota, the ladies of the local Lutheran church fortify their flock with love, wisdom, and the food they prepare in the church’s basement kitchen. In Church Basement

Ladies, we 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.

“Clue!” — 6 p.m. at Washington County Playhouse, 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farcemeets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Show preceded by dinner. Select Sunday matinees. Friday and Saturday through May 27. $63 adults, includes dinner; $57 for active military and first responders; $53 ages 5-12. 301-739-7469. washingtoncountyplayhouse.com.

Sunday May 7

Classes

Stitches Tour and A Talk — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Join a talk by Mallory Huard, Ph.D., assistant professor, history, Hood College, on the topic of “Home Sewn, Home Grown: Domesticity and Capitalism in Mid-19th Century Frederick.” A ticket to explore the Stitches Through Time exhibit is included. Pre-register, for ages 18 and older. $25. development@frederickhistory.org. www.cognitoforms.com/ HeritageFrederick1/StitchesATourAndATalk.

Etcetera

FOBHNP native Plant Sale — at Black Hill Regional Park, Boyds. See the Friends’s website to get a shopping time on May 6 or May 7 to select from more than 70 species of native plants. All shoppers need a shopping time because of space limitations. 240-449-5913. mesmcknight@gmail.com. friendsofblackhillnature.org.

Yoga in the Vines — 11 a.m. to noon at Loew Vineyards, 14001 Liberty Road, Mount Airy. Includes a yoga session with instructor Kristen Coffey; a glass of wine of your choosing; wine is available for purchase by the bottle and by the glass (21 and older); outdoor space to enjoy the wines; souvenir logo wine glass. Yoga mats are not supplied, it is suggested that participants bring their own. Live music. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. $20. 301-831-5464. rachel@loewvineyards. net.

Frederick County 275th: Walkeresville Ghosts, Oddities, and Morbidities — 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Walkersville Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Bonnie Leins of the Walkersville Historical Society, shares all the things that will give you shivers from our hometown. You’ll want to leave the nightlight on after this program! 18 and older.

301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

The Brain Games — 1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church, 106 W. Church St., Frederick. A fun event to test your knowledge and compete against other teams. It is a fundraiser for Advocates for Homeless Families in Frederick.

$30. 301-662-2003. kallread@afhf88.org. afhf88.org/news.html.

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, energyefficient 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. 301456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

Family

“The Commedia Cinderella” — 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. A lively troupe of commedia players love the story of Cinderella so much the try to improve upon it. Arlequin, the mischief-maker, boasts about getting the role of the prince. But Columbine gives Punchin the prince’s role making. Arlequin the prince’s servant instead! Full of slapstick shenanigans, dance, music and with this re-telling of the classic tale gets a wonderful Commedia dell’arte spin. $15. 301-694-4744. zcallis@ marylandensemble.org.

Festivals

Frederick Running Festival — at Frederick Fairgrounds, 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Starts and ends at fairgrounds. May 6: Health & Fitness Expo 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Kids Fun Run starts at 5 p.m., Frederick 5K start at 6 p.m., scenic 13.1 mile tour of historic Frederick. On May 7: Frederick Foot & Ankle Half Marathon and 2-Person Team Relay at 7 a.m. Total field size is about 5,000 from 35 states, D.C. and Canada. See website to register and for cost. frederickrunfest.com.

Music

Maryland Symphony Orchestra Presents

“Disney in Concert: A Dream is a Wish”

— 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., Hagerstown. Transports audiences into the musical world of classic and contemporary Disney animated feature films to discover that dreams really do come true. The stories of “The Little Mermaid,” “The Lion King,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Frozen,” “Aladdin” and more, are told through the talents of four Broadway-caliber singers, original Disney film footage and sweeping orchestral scores performed by the MSO and conducted by Elizabeth Schulze. See website for ticket prices. 301-797-4002. nathan@marylandsymphony. org.

Emmitsburg Community Chorus Concert — 3 p.m. at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (Creagerstown), 8619 Black’s Mill Road, Thurmont. The concert features patriotic selections, including “God Bless the U.S.A.,” “Fifty Nifty United States,” “Freedom,” “In Memoriam,” “Let Freedom Ring!,” “O America!,” “Sing Gently,” “The Star-Spangled Banner,” “The Folded Flag,” “Your Land and My Land,” “You’re a Grand Old Flag” and more.

Bob Scott Band — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cactus Flats, 10026 Hansonville Road, Frederick. Bluegrass music. Wayne Wiles, previous owner of Cactus Flats, will be celebrating his 82nd birthday on this day so please come and wish him happy birthday and enjoy the music.

Politics

Sunday Speaker: Abdallah Hendawy — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Join Hendawy, professor of political sociology and author of “Bleeding Hearts: From Passionate Activism to Violent Insurgency in Egypt,” as he delves into the nature of mass mobilization and social movements. 301-600-7250. fcpl.org.

Theater

“Church Basement Ladies” — 12:30 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick . In 1965 rural Minnesota, the ladies of the local Lutheran church fortify their flock with love, wisdom, and the food they prepare in the church’s basement kitchen. In Church Basement Ladies, we 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.

Monday May 8

CLASSES

Meditative Dance Movement — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. The dance experience starts with a brief guided meditation involving breathing, stretching, shaking and gentle yoga-like movements to help become more heart-centered and embodied. Then, dance music starts slow and then ramps up over time. $10. laurabsherwood@gmail.com.

Tuesday May 9

CLASSES

Garden Talk: How to Design and Install Raised Beds in Your Backyard — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Civil War Garden at Monterey Pass Battlefield Park, 14325 Buchanan Trail East, Waynesboro, Pa. Free program. Gardening expert Pam Rowland