CALENDAR

presents an in-the-garden program on how to design and install raised beds in your backyard. Held in the Institute’s Civil War-era garden, attendees will see firsthand what raised beds look like, discover why they are beneficial, and learn how to create them. Free, but space is limited and registration is required. 717-762-0373. info@ natureandcultureinstitute.org. natureandcultureinstitute.org/event/ garden-talk-2-how-to-design-and-installraised-garden-beds/.

Etcetera

Teen STEAM Studio: Coffee Filter Chromatography — 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. Teens and tweens, join us and make colorful art using the science of chromatography. Snacks provided. 301-600-7000. lconforti@ frederickcountymd.gov. frederick. librarycalendar.com/event/teensteam-studio-coffee-filter-chromatography.

Pride On The Patio — 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Showroom, 882 N. East St., Fredrick. Weekly LGBTQIA social mixer. Relaxed an casual. Happy hour pricing, full menu available; drink special Gender Fluid. 21 and older. 240-409-8858. prideonthepatio@gmail.com. facebook.com/PrideOnThePatio.

Film

Art Center Bijou — 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Meet on the second, third and fourth Tuesdays for Bijou, a curation of films presented by Falling Squares. Brief discussion of the film(s) after the viewing. 301-662-4190. artcenter@ frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/news-events/ calendar-grid.

Music

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain — 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa. The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain has stumbled upon international and critical acclaim as the most entertaining pluckers. Dancing somewhere between sincerity and insanity; punk rock sensibilities and restrained British humor; the not-too-silly and the not-tooserious, a 37-year-long career has taken them to Carnegie Hall, Glastonbury festival, the North Pole, and from China to Estonia via Japan, Australia and The Isle of Man, garnering hordes of fans and imitators along the way.

$45 to $65. 717-337-8200. majestictheater@ gettysburg.edu. gettysburgmajestic.org.

Wednesday May 10

Classes

Mount Airy Knitters — 10 a.m. to noon at Carroll County Public Library, Mount Airy Branch, 705 Ridge Ave., Mount Airy. For adults. Join the Mount Airy Knitters for a weekly roundtable of knitting, conversation, and fun. All experience levels are welcome. 410-386-4470. ask@carr.org. ccpl.librarymarket.com/event/ mount-airy-knitters-58.

Natural Ways to Relieve Headaches — 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at The Common Market Co-op, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick. Do you suffer from headaches? Did you know that different headaches need different types of natural remedies? Discover what kind of headache you have and natural ways to soothe them with Dr. Shamar Amison!

$15-$30. 301-663-3416. aharmon@ commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop/classes-events/ natural-ways-to-relieve-headaches.

Aged Vinegar: Surprising Ways to Dip, Dress, or Drink — 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lebherz Oil & Vinegar Emporium, 214 N. Market St., Frederick. FCC teams up with Lebherz Oil & Vinegar Emporium for an indepth look at the joy of true, aged balsamic vinegars as well as wine and honey vinegars. Enjoy a comparative tasting and explanation followed by a sampling of mocktails and appetizers that can be made with unique vinegars. 18 and older.

$39. 301-624-2727. mkrzywicki@frederick. edu.

Etcetera

Integrated Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Make and Take — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Walkersville Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join us as we make Mother’s Day cards and a pine cone bird feeder! 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

FCC Career Open House — 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Monroe Center, 200 Monroe Ave., Frederick. Discover a variety of flexible and affordable career training programs designed to prepare you for employment in high demand industries. Meet the FCC program staff, learn about the Monroe Center, review upcoming course options, and discover multiple tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities for students enrolling in continuing education and workforce development programs. Workforce@frederick.edu.

FCCCareerOpenHouse.eventbrite.com.

West Coast Swing Dancing at Sky Stage — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. 2nd Wednesday social dances will feature a variety of hosts/ dance styles. West Coast Swing at Sky Stage for May 10 only! Visiting instructor Mara Flores will lead a 45-60 minute drop-in crash course for beginners at 7 p.m. followed by open dancing to mix of contemporary pop and r&b music until 10 p.m. All-ages. Beer/ wine for 21+ with ID available for purchase, other small concessions, cash or cards. Pay-what-you-can ($5-10suggested). 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/ sky-stage.

Family

Catoctin Forest Alliance Family Fest — 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Gambrill State Park (Tea Room), 8346 High Knob Road, Frederick. Event to encourage families to see the resources they have in Gambrill State Park. Catoctin Forest Alliance will have activities for youth including a hike (6-6:30), Build a Tree (7-7:30), and “make a gift for mom” for Mother’s Day. Artwork, from the Artist in Residence program, will be displayed (and available for sale). Plus meet this year’s Artist in residence. Raffle, music by Sarno & Hess. 3014717434. shellbio@aol.com. catoctinforestalliance.com

Health

Gentle Yoga Class for All — 9 a.m. to 10 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 that is wanting to fill their cup with an accessible and supportive yoga practice. There will be plenty of modifications offered to meet various levels so that ALL can enjoy the benefits of yoga. The practice will include low impact movement, seated postures and plenty of stretching. Students will become comfortable using props like blocks, straps and even the occasional chair. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket. coop.

History

Harpers Ferry Civil War Round Table Dinner and Lecture — 6:30 p.m. at Camp Hill UMC, 601 Washington St., Harpers Ferry, W.Va. Lecture will feature historian Brad Gottfried on “Point Lookout: Hell Comes to Southern Maryland.” Family-style dinner $20, payable at the door but reservations required by May 7. Talk is free. 304-433-1260. ccraig@laurellodge.com.

Thursday May 11

Etcetera

200 Monroe Restaurant — 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Monroe Center, 200 Monroe Ave., Frederick. Frederick Community College invites you to enjoy a gourmet dinner created by the talented students at 200 Monroe Restaurant! Reservations are required! For dine-in or carryout, visit opentable.com/200-Monroe. $40-$44. HCTI@frederick.edu. opentable.com/200-monroe.

Pour House Trivia — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Champion Billiards Sports Bar, 5205 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. Come on out with the team and play some Pour House Trivia. 7 p.m. start. Extended Happy Hour from 4 to 8 p.m. 301-846-0089.

frederickchampions.com/weekly-specials.

Music

FCC Jazz Ensemble I — 7:30 p.m. at Frederick Community College | Visual & Performing Arts Center | JBK Theater, 7932

Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. A special performance in the JBK Theater with the FCC Jazz Ensemble I, under the direction of Anita Thomas. Join us for this festive performance featuring a wide variety of jazz sure to entertain. Bring your family and friends.

Performer

Nerd Comic Tommy Sinbazo — 8 p.m. at Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. A veteran of the nerd comedy scene, Tommy’s quick wit and off-the-cuff humor has been slicing through crowds like a Vorpal sword rolled by a loaded D20 for over 18 years. This Cosplaying, Leathersmithing, Magic Missle of Myrth is guaranteed to amuse. Featuring comedians Ashley Pontius and Christian McCartney. For ages 21 and up only. Pre-show happy hour from Pipe the Side Brewing starts at 6:45 p.m. $10-$15. 410-848-7272. carrollcountyartscouncil.org.

Theater

“South & Saints” — 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. A MET original premiere. Directed by Ray Hatch. In collaboration with AARCH and The Maryland Room at C. Burr Artz Library, exploring the rich and colorful history of the African American community in Frederick. 18 and older.

$5 to $32. 301-694-4744. zcallis@ marylandensemble.org.

Friday May 12 CLASSES

Build Your Own Centerpiece Workshop — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Common Market Co-op, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. With Alexes — THE Alexes of Flowers by Alexes! Learn some professional tricks of the trade and create a beautiful flower arrangement to take home. Register online. $30-$60. 301-663-3416. aharmon@ commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop/classes-events/ build-your-own-centerpiece-workshop.

Etcetera

F.A.M.E. All Acoustic Open Mic at the Y Arts Center — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Y Arts Center, 115 E. Church St., Frederick. Come out and play - unplugged! All ages, all abilities welcome! Rick Hill hosts. 301-471-0889. D.Koronet@att.net. frederickacoustic.org.

Family

Baker Park Nature Explorers — 11 a.m. to noon at Baker Park Gazebo, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Join us at the Baker Park Gazebo for an interactive nature class for kids! Every Friday in May-September, children are invited to become an explorer through active play and discovery time. In partnership with the City of Frederick, Fox Haven will lead a program that encourages children to be curious and find inspiration amid the ecosystems around us. For ages 4 to 6.

$3 to $6 per session. 240-490-5484. alecks@ foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org/events/ baker-park-nature-explorers/2023-05-05.

Film

“Cry-Baby” (1990, 1 hour 31 minutes, PG-13 for mild profanity, violence and sexual material) — 7:30 p.m. at Carroll Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. 1 p.m. show is captioned. A bad boy (Johnny Depp) with a heart of gold wins the love of a good girl in this campy musical send-up of the 1950s leather-jacket genre directed by John Waters.

$7. 410-848-7272. carrollcountyartscouncil.org.

Music

Friday Nights Live at American Ice Co Café — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at American Ice Co Cafe, 62 W. Main St., Westminster. Come out to listen and support musicians play every Friday night. The stage behind the café is the perfect place to spend warm summer nights with a glass of wine, bottle of beer, or one of our specialty lattes. 443-952-0552. gabby.aic.co@gmail.com.

Bluegrass Jam — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club, 8101 Crum Road, Walkersville. Open to all levels of acoustic musicians and vocalists. Spectators, families welcome. Sandwiches, snacks and sodas available for purchase. No smoking or swearing.

$5 donation at the door requested. 301898-3719.

F.A.M.E. Open Mic at Sky Stage — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. FAME (Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise) hosts Open Mic night every 2nd Friday from May-October, 7-9 p.m. Come to listen, play, or both! Whether you are a pro or a novice, this is a welcoming environment for you to collaborate, build your skills, and get to know local artists!

301-662-4190. skystage@ frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/skystage/.

“Over There! The CASF Celebrates D-Day in Normandy, France” Concert — 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Jack B Kussmaul Theater at Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick. Join The CASF as we conclude our 2022-2023 season with selections from the concerts which we will be performing this June in Normandy, France, as representatives of the U.S. and the great city of Frederick! Proudly sponsored by PNC Bank. $15. tickets@casof.org.

Mike Kuster at Tenth Ward Distilling — 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Tenth Ward Distilling, 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Mike Kuster will bring his honky tonkin’ good time show to Tenth Ward Distilling Company in Historic Downtown Frederick.

301-360-5888. mikekuster.net.

Outdoors

Sporting Clay Shoot Fundraiser — 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Orvis Hill Country Shooting Grounds, 519 Gladhill Road, Fairfield, Pa. Test your skill and help The Institute raise funds with this exciting clay shooting tournament. Entry fee includes morning refreshments, ear and eye protection gear, 15 shooting stations with 100 targets, water & snacks, and catered lunch. Prizes awarded. Must be age 18 or older. Bring your own shotgun or rent one; golf cart rentals also available.

$125. 717-762-0373. info@ natureandcultureinstitute.org. natureandcultureinstitute.org/event/ skeet-shoot-fundraiser.

Performer

Ladies of Laughter: Funny & Fabulous Tour — 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. The Ladies of Laughter Funny & Fabulous tour includes winners and the best talent from its heralded international competition. See 3 past winners: the suburban mom (Jane Condon), the lawyer turned comedian from Singapore (Jocelyn Chia) and the urban, philosopher that makes you see your world differently (Leighann Lord). All 3 are primed to make you open your mind, make you laugh and forget about all the world’s problems. This is a show that you will be telling your friends about for a long time!

$30. 301-600-2868. bhiller@ cityoffrederickmd.gov. weinbergcenter.org/shows/ladies-oflaughter-funny-fabulous-tour.

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.

“South & Saints” — 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick. A MET original premiere. Directed by Ray Hatch. In collaboration with AARCH and The Maryland Room at C. Burr Artz Library, exploring the rich and colorful history of the African American community in Frederick. 18 and older.

$5 to $32. 301-694-4744. zcallis@ marylandensemble.org.

Saturday May 13

Classes

All-Levels Yoga with Yogamour — 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., , Frederick. An all-levels yoga class with experienced instructors from Yogamour, a Frederick-based studio and non-profit. Saturdays through October. $15 donation. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/ sky-stage.

Planting the Family Garden — 10 a.m. to noon at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Join us in the Demonstration Garden for a handson experience planting the home garden. Learn about seeds and transplants, planting techniques, planting for pollinators, and basic IPM (integrated pest management).

301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu. bit.ly/FCMG23FamilyGarden.

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.

Target Fitness: Fitness for Busy People

— 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. How will you get it all done and make time to get and stay in shape? Veronika Farkas of Group X Athletics will help make it all come together. 18 and older.

301-600-7004. marchange-desir@ frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com/event/ target-fitness-fitness-busy-people.

Etcetera

Thurmont Main Street Farmers Market — 9 a.m. to noon at Thurmont Community authorsharonprice@gmail.com. authorsharonprice.com/events-classes.

Park, 21 Frederick Road, Thurmont. Every Saturday through Oct. 7. Home-made, home-grown. One of the largest farmers markets in Frederick County. A different food truck every Saturday. 240-626-9980. vgrinder@thurmontstaff.com. thurmontmainstreet.com/.

JustServe Volunteer Fair — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints, 199 North Place, Frederick. Meet nonprofit organizations, government agencies and faith-based groups from around the county to find out where help is needed.

Frederick During the Civil War Walking Tour — 10:30 a.m. to noon at Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Explore what it was like to live in Frederick during the Civil War. Stories include the last Confederate invasion of the North, the ransom of Frederick, and the Battle of Monocacy. The museum and garden open at 10 a.m. for walk-up ticket sales and appreciation; tours start promptly at 10:30 a.m. and last 90 minutes. $12, $10, $8. director@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org/programs/adults/ walking-tours.

“Spirit Reunion: Special Mother’s Day Event — noon to 2 p.m. at Canapes Catering, 550 Highland St., Suite 100, Frederick. Join Sharon for this event that will give you a new perspective, a peaceful heart and a place for healing. Sharon’s unique gift and presentation reveals that connections do exist beyond the physical world. $65. 240-772-1273.

Family

Ballenger Creek Trail and Stream

Clean-Up — 10 a.m. to noon at meet at the Ballenger Creek Community Center, 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick. This event, organized by the Division of Energy and Environment, will supply volunteers with tools (gloves, bags, litter grabbers). Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, old clothes, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring work gloves and a water bottle. Space is limited, RSVP required. 301-385-7226. scliber@frederickcountymd.gov. frederickcountymd.gov/7564/ Litter-and-Floatables.

“The Commedia Cinderella” — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.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. 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.

Children’s Writing Workshop “Spring Rains and Cinquains” — 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. In this workshop we’re going to play with an unusual form called the cinquain. Join Jeff Lockwood. The “rules” for a cinquain are few and invite writers to explore the natural world using short, evocative lines that capture their sense of joy and wonder.