FAMILY Frederick’s 4th: An Independence Day Celebration

Frederick’s 4th: An Independence Day Celebration will return to Baker Park on July 4 for a free, day-long event, ending in a fireworks display.

Presented by Celebrate Frederick, the celebration kicks off at noon. Festivities continue until dusk including activities and amusements for kids, music and entertainment for all ages, and delicious food.

All events will be held rain or shine. A wide variety of food will be offered at this year’s Independence Day celebration, whether you’re looking for a meal, or just a snack. Visitors are not permitted to bring their own alcohol into the park. Consider visiting one of the three Beer, Wine & Spirits Gardens located throughout the park.

Pets and smoking are prohibited. Visitors are permitted to bring a tent or umbrella, however, they may be asked to take it down should it impede people’s view.

An information center is at the Gazebo in the Carillon area and will be open from noon to 7 p.m. For more information, call 301-600-2841 or visit celebratefrederick.com.

Entertainment

BAND SHELL STAGE

Noon — Opening Ceremonies

Join local dignitaries and representatives from the Frederick Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for a reading of the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence. Special guests include 2023 Miss Frederick Kate Willis, Miss Frederick’s Outstanding Teen McKenzie Mollica and Miss Central Maryland’s Outstanding Teen Whitney Ebge who will lead the Pledge of Allegiance, and Miss Central Maryland Sierra Jones who will perform the National Anthem.

2 p.m. — The Dirty Middle

The Dirty Middle are Adrienne Smith, Justin Ehrlich, Matt Felipe, and Connor Sheedy. From the Frederick area, this group will be sure to get your feet moving to the groove and keep the party going! A self-described alternative blues-rock band, The Dirty Middle performs original music as well as blues covers ranging from Junior Wells and Alabama Shakes to the Grateful Dead and more.

4:15 p.m. — Starlight Anthem

Starlight Anthem brings together seasoned musicians of the Mid-Atlantic to perform the best rock and alternative songs from the 90’s to present day. The band prides itself on high-energy, trueto-original renditions of your favorite chart-toppers from the past three decades.

6:30 p.m. — Groovalicious

Groovalicious will take you back to those carefree days of bell bottoms and platforms disco balls, glitter and roller skates. Playing all the hits from the decade of boogie and the dance floor at Studio 54, Groovalicious is the ultimate disco revival and are bringin’ boogie back! Baby!

99.9 WFRE FREE COUNTRY

PRESENTS THE NZ CRAMER & SON ‘PARTY IN THE PARK’

Baker Park, Southwest side of the Swimming Pool at Intersection of Fleming Ave. & W College Terrace

1 p.m. — Debbie Williams and Open Road Band

3 p.m. — The Feehan Brothers

High energy Country/Americana singer songwriters and brothers, Connor and Brendan Feehan bring their new style of music from the Virginia, Bull Run Mountains. True singer/songwriters with a story to tell, both brothers have had more than their fair share of life experiences at a young age. Influenced by generations of country music and every type of genre, the Feehan Brothers are not afraid to incorporate a raw mix in their live shows. From the simple pleasures of a cold beer, to hanging with their friends and working on the local farms, they are living the dream and it shows.

5 p.m. — The Brown Brothers

After the Brown Brothers opened for country singer Neal McCoy, he took the stage and simply put it to the crowd, “Give it up for the Brown Brothers! Man, those boys are old school!” Brothers Connor (28, lead vocals) and Austin (26, lead guitar) of Damascus, Maryland front their country group consisting of fiddle, steel guitar, bass, and drums. They blend classic outlaw country music with “swampy” Southern Rock, as well as some good ol’ bluegrass and Rockabilly.

7 p.m. — Chayce Beckham

American Idol winner and “Artist to Watch” (Country Now, Country Swag, Music Mayhem Magazine, Sounds Like Nashville), Chayce Beckham is “no doubt a force to be reckoned with, while proving he will leave a scorching mark on the Country music genre for years to come” (PopCulture). Beckham’s debut EP Doin’ It Right skyrocketed to No. 1 on iTunes All Genre and Country charts and received critical acclaim from E! News!, Billboard, People, CMT, PopCulture, Sweety High and more. A triple threat artist, Beckham is an incredibly captivating performer, powerhouse vocalist and talented songwriter.

Talley Center Beer, Wine & Spirits

Fireworks

Parkway Elementary School, Dusk

Don’t miss Frederick’s one and only fireworks display on July 4. Sit on the grass, potluck at the picnic tables, or walk around and enjoy the city at night while explosions light the sky. The park will be open to free seating at 7 p.m. Grab yours early, because the park fills up quickly.

The show is visible from most areas of Baker Park, Frederick High School Front Lawn and Fleming Avenue

Swimming Pool area. Limited visibility from the Band Shell Stage seating area, adjacent playground and areas outside Baker Park. Large trees immediately in sight lines will also impact visibility.

BEER, WINE & SPIRITS GARDENS

Garden: Second Street, next to Recreation Center

All garden guests must be 21 years of age or older with valid ID to enter and drink.

1 to 2 p.m., 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. and 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. — Pete McDermott

Pete’s songs blend the traditional folk storytelling of John Prine with the energy and optimism of Bruce Springsteen. He has been writing and performing music around the country since 2018, both solo and with his country rock band, Ladybird.

Family Friendly Beer, Wine & Spirits Garden: Carillon Area Baker Park, near Second Street Tennis Courts

Noon — Patty Reese

Patty Reese is a fan favorite and critic’s choice in the Mid-Atlantic region. Over the years she’s collected enough WAMMIES (Washington Area Music Awards) to fill a major D.C. pothole. Awards include Album of the Year, Artist of the Year and Roots Rock Band and Vocalist as well as national songwriting awards.

6 p.m. — Matt Burridge

Matt Burridge is a musician in the D.C./NOVA/Fredericksburg area. He plays cover sets at bars and restaurants, and also writes solo music, produces beats and remixes under the name BD LCK, and plays in the band Pulses.

Looking for a place to relax during Frederick’s 4th? Visit one of three Beer, Wine & Spirits Gardens conveniently located throughout the Park. Pay a $5 cover charge for the day to visit any of the gardens and enjoy Spin the Bottle Wine Company wines and sangria, Flying Dog and Premium Distributor brews or cocktails from McClintock Distillery and Tenth Ward Distilling Company.

Tally Recreation Center Garden

Noon to 8 p.m.

Family Friendly Carillon Garden

Noon to 8 p.m. This family-friendly garden is open to guests of all ages. Those 21 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Country Stage Garden

Noon to 8 p.m.

Fun For The Family Carillon Area

Amusements — 12:30 to 6 p.m. Tons of inflatable fun: sliding, twirling and climbing on air. Tickets are $1 each or Unlimited Ride Wristbands for $20 each.

Corn Hole Tournament and Kids Toss — noon to 5 p.m. Get set for this all-ages corn hole tournament! At least 16 teams will compete for cash and prizes! Kids twelve years of age and younger can participate in the Kids Toss game where everyone wins a prize/

DIY PB&J — 2 to 4 p.m. Want a snack? Visit the DIY PB&J Tent courtesy of Wegmans and Celebrate Frederick to build your own peanut butter and jelly creation.

Fleming Avenue Area

Take a refreshing dip at the Edward P. Thomas Jr. Municipal Pool, Fleming Avenue during Frederick’s 4th and shake off that July heat.

Thursday June 29

Classes

Wool Flower Make-and-Take — 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Myersville Community Library, 8 Harp Place, Myersville . Learn how to create a decorative wool and proddy (rug-hooked) flower with experienced local crafter Beth Stitely. Materials will be provided and participants will be able to take their creations home! As space and materials will be limited, this program will be first come, first served. 18 and older. 301-600-8350. rkurtz@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com/event/ wool-flower-make-and-take.

Etcetera

“Crossroads” Exhibit — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage frederickchampions.com/weekly-specials.

Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. The history of Frederick County has unfolded around its crossroads, from rural villages and towns to the city’s square corner. This exhibit explores our local crossroads through the themes of community, land, identity and persistence, and features artifacts from Heritage Frederick’s museum and archival collections as well as loaned artifacts from South Mountain Heritage Society in Burkittsville.

$12, $10, $8. director@FrederickHistory.org. cognitoforms.com/HeritageFrederick1/ stitchesthroughtimeexhibittickets.

Stitches Through Time: Women’s Work from Farm to Fashion — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Explores one story of women’s work, interpreting the history of textile production up to the 1950s. It features a beautiful selection of hand-sewn quilts and clothes from the 1800s; equipment, advertising, photographs and ephemera from the factory era; and selections of mid-20th century clothing by Claire McCardell that reflect the department store culture that emerged after World War II, plus 10 wedding dresses spanning 100 years. $12, $10, $8. Tonya@FrederickHistory.org. frederickhistory.org.

Wishing Wells and Blue Bin Dreams: The Big Issue of “Wishcycling” — 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Common Market Co-op, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick. Explore the common misconception of wishcycling, the economics that drives recycling choices, and how to avoid traps, greenwashing marketing, and our own misconceptions to recycle with more purpose. Attendees will gain the understanding of how Frederick County operates within the economics of recycling in addition to learning about how to make better choices for their recycling. RSVP. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop/classes-events.

Teen Dance Party — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. Dance through summer at the library! Enjoy music, socialize and let loose! Snacks provided. For teens. 301-600-7000. lconforti@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com/ event/teen-dance-party.

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.

Family

Summerfest Family Theatre: Mr. Jon and Friends — 10 a.m. at Baker Park Band Shell, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Frederick’s own Mr. Jon & Friends is multiple Parents’ Choice Award winning music for kids and their families. Bring a canned food item in lieu of admission to support the Foodbank Program operated by the Frederick Community Action Agency. celebratefrederick.com.

How Do You Compare to a Bat? — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Greenbrier State Park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro. Discuss basic biology and life cycle of bats as well as conservation concerns. Meet at Nature Nook (next to concessions). 301-739-3104. laura.nalven@maryland. gov. dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/greenbrier.aspx.

Gallery

The Hagerstown and Frederick Railway Exhibit — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. From 1896 until 1954, a network of interurban trolley lines were built linking communities across Frederick and Washington counties. This exhibit presents the history of these electric railways and how they changed the landscape and communities of Frederick County. $12, $10, $8. director@frederickhistory.org. cognitoforms.com/HeritageFrederick1/ stitchesthroughtimeexhibittickets.

Let’s Talk Art: Online Program — 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., hosted by the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Director Sarah Hall and Agnita M. Stine Schreiber Curator Daniel Fulco are joined by special guest Heather Semple, owner of ECI Art & Travel, to discuss “Landscapes & Legends of Norway: William Henry Singer & His Contemporaries.” Heather is related to William Henry Singer and will discuss the Singer family history and his artistic legacy. Pre-register. 301-739-5727. cschelle@wcmfa. org. wcmfa.org.

Music

Washington Gaming Syphony Orchestra —

7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at McClintock Distilling, 35 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Live video game music performed by the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra. All ages welcome; must be 21+ to purchase or consume alcohol. Doors open at 7 p.m., music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets on Eventbrite. $20. 240-8155259. info@mcclintockdistilling.com.

Alive@Five: Lauren Hill and the Molly Wops — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Live music. Outdoor happy hour. 21+. $6 entry plus $6 drinks. Food available for purchase. 301-698-8118. downtownfrederick.org.

Summer Concert Series: Frank ‘n’ Bob Band — 6:30 p.m. at Renfrew Museum & Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Self-proclaimed products of the hippie generation, Frank Davis and Bob Flurie are a talented acoustic duo performing folk and classic rock from the golden age of music. Enjoy their signature take on songs you remember. Donations gratefully accepted. 717-762-4723. renfrewmuseum.org.

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/events.

Friday June 30

Classes

Couples Yoga — 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Kentlands Mansion, 320 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. Couples will practice pranayama (breathing techniques) and asana (physical postures) both individually and together. Test your balance, challenge your strength and have fun. No experience necessary. Bring one mat per person and wear comfortable clothing. Registration fees are priced per couple. The instructor for this activity is Shannon Phelan. $40 Resident/$45 Non-Resident (per couple). 301-258-6425. kentlands@gaitgersburgmd.gov.

Etcetera

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 8 p.m. to 9:30 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. Uncover political savvy and defiant citizens, patriots from the Revolutionary War, beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended. $15. 301-6688922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.

Family

Baker Park Nature Explorers — 11 a.m. to noon at Baker Park, Frederick. An interactive nature class for kids ages 4-6 at the gazebo, every Friday through September. Children are invited to become an explorer through active play and discovery time. June 30: Butterflies, Caterpillars & their favorite foods! Library Book Bike will be onsite. $2-6 per class. 240490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org/events/ baker-park-nature-explorers/2023-06-30.

What’s Up With That Leaf? — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Greenbrier State Park, 21843 National Pike, Boonsboro. Have you ever seen a leaf covered in bumps, or one that’s rolled up like a burrito? Learn how insects use leaves and how it contributes to an ecosystem. Meet at the visitor center. Hiking green trail (0.8 miles, moderate difficulty).

301-739-3104. laura.nalven@maryland.gov. dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/ western/greenbrier.aspx.

Music

Benefit Concert for the Community Fridge — 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. A community fundraiser featuring the bands Nights in Arizona, Pocket Dog, Breezy Dre, Attack Dog, and Puce Moment. The Community Fridge is a leave something-or-take-something food supply booth to assist those living with food insecurity in Frederick. All ages, suggested $10 donation. Doors, 5 p.m.; music, 5:30. $10 recommended donation. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org.

Friday Nights Live — 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.

FAC After Hours: See What Sticks Performance Art Workshop — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Performance artists, musicians, poets, actors — meet Frederick’s newest performance workshop and open stage. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/news-events/ calendar-grid.

Mike Kuster — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Beans In the Belfry, 122 W. Potomac St., Brunswick. Mike Kuster will perform an acoustic show of country originals and covers. All ages. $10. mike@mikekuster.net. mikekuster.net.

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/events.

Saturday July 1

CLASSES

All-Levels Yoga — 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.

Soul Collage — 9 a.m. to noon at St. Paul’s

Evangelical Lutheran Church, 13025 Greensburg Road, Smithsburg. An intuitive process of self-discovery. No artistic experience is needed. All materials and snacks will be provided. The Rev. Julie Brigham is the certified facilitator. This is a gift of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Donations will be accepted. 18 and older. 240-405-2173. prjulie@verizon.net. facebook.com/StPaulsGreenburgMD.

Homesteading: DIY Fermented Beverages with Jason Drevenak — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Learn how to make kombucha from start to finish and leave with several of Jason Drevenak’s hybrid recipes, plus a bottle of mature kombucha and all the knowledge to make your own ferments at home. All equipment, materials and ingredients provided. $45. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

Intergenerational Foraging with Jason Drevenak — 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Summer is the time of sweet wine berries, perfumed elderflowers and lush forest medicinals. Walking the land, we will keep a keen eye and let the plants guide us on a tour of the wild edibles that can be found at Fox Haven. $25. 240-4905484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

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 stories. 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.

Sierra Club Catoctin Group Meeting — 11 a.m. to noon at Common Market Community Room, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. Sierra Club Catoctin Group members, friends, and the general public are invited to attend monthly meetings the first Saturday of each month. Ample seating and parking is available. David Lillard, executive director of Catoctin Land Trust will be guest speaker July 1. 301-318-7995. Pwsccg@yahoo.com. sierraclub.org/maryland/catoctin-group.

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.

Gallery

Bottles and Brushes Painting Event — 3 p.m. at Gribs Gallery and Studio, 208 Main St., New Windsor. Each participant gets a canvas, paints and brushes to work with and instruction for creating a painting that to take home. Music, water and snacks provided; plus, participants can feel free to bring their own favorite beverage with them. Call for details and cost.

443-536-9198. lingrib1@gmail.com.

Frederick Artists Night featuring Aynex Mercado — 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cowork Frederick, 122 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Aynex Mercado is an artist and quilter. She creates bold paintings out of bits of fabric. Each piece is vibrant and vivid. The “Quilting Frederick” exhibit showcases her love of Frederick’s unique architecture and natural beauty. Her fabric paintings include depictions of Carroll Creek Park and the bright lights of downtown Frederick. Open to the public one night only. Live music by Mike Elosh from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. 240-772-1295. art@ coworkfrederickfoundation.org. coworkfrederickfoundation.org.

“Infinite Surface” — 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at NOMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. J G Orudjev and Todd Frankenheimer will show work in mixed media in this exhibition at NOMA gallery throughout July. 443-340-0812. americanlandscape@msn. com. nomagalleryfrederick.com.

Music

Howling at the Earth, with Stripmall Ballads — 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Howling at the Earth is a 3-piece alternative/indie rock band with math rock influences. It began as a solo project by W.Va.-based frontman Wayne Snow, writing songs about personal growth, love, loss and reflections. Howling at the Earth writes songs that paint the fantasy of everyday life. Phillips Saylor Wisor, aka Stripmall Ballads, is the 2021 Wammie (Washington DC area music award) winner for best folk album. Hailing from Brunswick, he arrives at Sky Stage fresh off tour dates in Ohio and Kentucky. All-ages, under 12 free, $10, cash/cards/some apps. Doors 7:30 p.m. Beer/wine for 21+. $10. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs.

Sunday July 2

Classes

Common Ground on the Hill Traditions

Weeks — 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at On campus at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Classes in the traditional arts, evening concerts, lectures and art talks taught by nationally and internationally recognized musicians, dancers, visual artists, thinkers and creators. Register at commongroundonthehill. org. mcdaniel.edu/about-us/event-calendars.

You-Pick Herbs at Fox Haven — 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Fox Haven Farm & Retreat Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. This monthly offering is designed to introduce you to to the growing cycle of plants. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to harvest up to 5 bundles of herbs that are ripe and ready! A farmer will be onsite to guide through harvesting and answer any questions about how and where plants like to grow, how to best harvest, and how to invite herbs into your own gardens.Possible harvests for May include: $42. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm. org. foxhavenfarm.org.

Etcetera

Cemetery History & Mystery Tour — 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 515 S. Market St., Frederick. Discover Frederick’s past as you navigate through the labyrinth of graves, crypts and monuments of historic Mount Olivet Cemetery, established 1852 and one of Maryland’s largest and most beautiful cemeteries and the final resting place of Francis Scott Key, Thomas Johnson and Civil War heroine Barbara Fritchie. $15 for adults. 301668-8922. Info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.

Music

Sunday Brunch Concert Series — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Shab Row Stage, behind the Frederick Coffee Co., 100 N. East St., Frederick. Live acoustic music performances by local/regional acoustic musicians. 301-639-1050. todd@toddwalker.com.

Music, Gettysburg! Presents “Dearest Home” Outdoor Concert — 6 p.m. at Schmucker Grove, United Lutheran Seminary, 147 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, Pa. Authentic Civil War era music, including abolitionist songs that advocated for justice and equal treatment of all persons, as well as traditional Appalachian music. BYO seating, picnic dinner. Rain location will be in the chapel. 717-339-1334. info@musicgettysburg.org. musicgettysburg.org.

Outdoors

Garden Tour & Tea Tasting with Ashley Hoffman — 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Learn about the plants that are ripe for harvest, from the ferny plant that made Absinthe to the root that made the first marshmallow to the flower that stops bleeding. Participants are welcome to pack a picnic to enjoy on the land before or after class. $12. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

Monday July 3 CLASSES

Sol Yoga Class — 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. 21 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org. 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.

Festivals

Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival — 6 p.m. at Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co. carnival grounds, West Frederick Street, Walkersville. Continues nightly through July 8. Rides, games, fireworks, nightly entertainment, food. July 3 — The Full Effect Band; July 4 — Mike Kuster and The Catoctin Cowboys, bingo in the hall; July 5 — 5.5 Men Band; July 6 — Tall in the Saddle, bingo in the hall; July 7 — music by Feehan Brothers followed by fireworks; July 8

— The Slipback Band. Ride night specials. walkersvillefire.com.

Manchester Volunteer Fire Department

Carnival — 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Carnival grounds, 3297 York St., Manchester. Continues nightly through July 8. Kitchen opens at 5 p.m. Parade July 5, fireworks July 6 at 9:30 p.m. Rides, games, raffles. Beer garden for ages 12 and older. more. July 3 — Best Regards; July 4 — Josh Christina; July 5 — Reagan Years; July 6 — Boot Leg; July 7 — Joe Forrester/Elvis; July 8 — Red Dirt Revolution. manchestervfd.org.

Music

“Sing Me a Story” with Tom Chapin — 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at WMC Alumni Hall, McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. This keynote will launch a week of celebration, creativity and learning at Common Ground on the Hill’s Traditions Week 2. 443-622-2369. maria@commongroundonthehill.org. commongroundonthehill.org.

Tuesday July 4

Etcetera

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.

Late Night Happy Hour — 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Champion Billiards Sports Bar, 5205 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. All the drink prices from regular happy hour from 9 p.m. to close with select half-price appetizers. 301-846-0089. frederickchampions.com.

Festivals

Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence — 10 a.m. at St. James Church, 10 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville, Va. History educators, community leaders and members of the public will do the reading, sponsored by Lovettsville Historical Society and the Histfar Foundation. A symbolic signing follows. eharteis@gmail.com.

Independence Day at Schifferstadt: The House That Witnessed the Revolution — noon to 6 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Colonial-era games for all ages, especially kids; food and drink. House tours, of course. Shop for toys of the period and books about the period. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

Frederick’s 4th — An Independence Day Celebration — noon at Baker Park, Frederick. Opening ceremonies at noon, Band Shell Stage — The Dirty Middle, blues/rock, 2 p.m..; Starlight Anthem, party rock, 4:15 p.m.; Groovalicious, ‘70s dance/disco, 6:30 p.m. 99.9 WFRE Country Stage, Fleming Ave., 1 p.m.. Debbie Williams and Open Road Band; 3 p.m. The Feehan Brothers; The Brown Brothers, 5 p.m.; and Chayce Beckham, 7 p.m. Talley Center Beer, Wine & Spirits Garden at Rec Center with music; Family Friendly Beer, Wine & Spirits Garden, Carillon area, with music. Family activities between College Avenue and N. Bentz St. Fireworks at dusk. Free parking all day in the Church, Court,

Patrick and Carroll Creek parking decks. 301-600-2841. celebratefrederick.com.

Music

Honky Tonkin’ Good Time Fourth of July — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Walkersville Carnival Grounds, 79 W. Frederick St., Walkersville. Mike Kuster will bring his band to the Walkersville Carnival on Independence Day for their Honky Tonkin’ Good Time Show. mike@mikekuster.net. mikekuster.net.

Wednesday July 5 CLASSES

Common Ground on the Hill Traditions

Weeks — 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at On campus at McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster. Classes in the traditional arts, evening concerts, lectures and art talks taught by nationally and internationally recognized musicians, dancers, visual artists, thinkers and creators. Register at www.commongroundonthehill.org. mcdaniel.edu/about-us/ event-calendars.

Etcetera

Swing Dance — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St. , Frederick. Every first Wednesday through Oct. 4. Amanda Comi and friends of Revolution Modern Dance will offer a beginner lesson covering swing and blues basics. Social dancing follows. Beverages and small packaged snacks will be available for purchase, proceeds support Sky Stage and the Frederick Arts Council. Beer/wine for 21+ with ID. pay-what-you-can donation, ($5-10 suggested). 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. revolutionmoderndance.com.

Late Night Happy Hour — 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Champion Billiards Sports Bar, 5205 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. All the drink prices from regular happy hour from 9 p.m. to close with select half-price appetizers. 301-8460089. frederickchampions.com.

Family

Frederick County 275th: Civilian Conservation Corps at Gambrill — 7 p.m. at Gambrill State Park Tea Room, 8346 High Knob Road, Frederick. The CCC camps dotted the landscape of Frederick County over 70 years ago. A Park Ranger will share the joys and discomforts of CCC life on the mountain, and talk about the historical structures still seen in the park today, including the Tea Room. 301-600-3775. dspurrier@ frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.

Gallery

The Hagerstown and Frederick Railway Exhibit — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. From 1896 until 1954, a network of interurban trolley lines were built linking communities across Frederick and Washington counties. This exhibit presents the history of these electric railways and how they changed the landscape and communities of Frederick County. $12, $10, $8. director@frederickhistory.org. cognitoforms.com/HeritageFrederick1/ stitchesthroughtimeexhibittickets.

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. Plenty of modifications offered to meet various levels. Includes 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.

Music

FAC After Hours: Joe Keyes Improv Jazz — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Equal parts frontman, poet, and conductor, Joe Keyes leads his nine-piece Late Bloomer Band through a fresh concoction of funk, R&B, soul, rock, and jazz while drawing on the musical auras of Miles Davis, Gil Scott-Heron, Sun Ra, and early Parliament-Funkadelic. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/news-events.

Thursday July 6

ETCETERA

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.

Family

Summerfest Family Theatre: King Bullfrong — 10 a.m. at Baker Park Band Shell, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Featuring Mr. Jeremiah, Mr. Steve, and the Captain — Washington, D.C.-based dads and music teachers — King Bullfrog‘s roots-rock tunes are carefully tailored to get kiddos dancing while delighting grownups. Bring a canned food item in lieu of admission to support the Foodbank Program operated by the Frederick Community Action Agency (FCAA). Non-perishable items such as canned meats and vegetables, soups, peanut butter, cereal, rice, and pastas are preferred. celebratefrederick.com.

Music

Alive@Five: Southern Charm — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Live music. Outdoor happy hour. Ages 21 and older only, with ID. $6 entry plus $6 drinks. Food available for purchase. 301-698-8118. downtownfrederick.org.

Summer Concert Series: Note Riders — 6:30 p.m. at Renfrew Museum & Park, 1010 E. Main St., Waynesboro, Pa. Duo Brad Munn and Brian Shermeyer will share their signature sound with a combination of classic rock, jazz rock, and jazz fusion. Donations accepted. 717-762-4723. renfrewmuseum.org.

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/events.

Get the Led Out: A Celebration of “The

Mighty Zep” — 7:30 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa. Captures the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin. $45 to $75. 717-337-8200. gettysburgmajestic.org.

Friday July 7

Etcetera

Sensory Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Visit from Go Team Therapy Dogs — 11 a.m. to noon at Walkersville Branch LIbrary, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Go Team Therapy dogs will visit. This program designed for adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

159th Anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy Tour (Caravan Style) — 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick. Join rangers for a guided driving tour. Travel back to 1864 and the Battle of Monocacy as you hear about the personal experiences of both soldiers and civilians on that hot and violent day and walk in the footsteps of those who fought valiantly to safeguard their homes and country. This 5-stop driving tour will cover the battle chronologically. 301-662-3515. nps.gov/mono.

Community Drum Circle — 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. A community drum circle hosted and led by the professional music therapists from Noteable Progressions Music Therapy Services every first Friday through October. All ages and abilities welcome! Bring your own drum or choose a percussion instrument from the array. Free to enter, $5 suggested donation at the door benefits Noteable Progressions’ community nonprofit partners. 301-662-4190. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

Film

Movie Knight — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Local filmmaker nights presented and curated by Falling Squares on the first Friday of each month. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org.

Music

Barnyard Band & Booze — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Green Meadows Petting Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville. On the first Friday of the month through October, the farm will be open for a special evening event sure to please our adult farm fans! Live band, various breweries, distilleries, wineries, food and more. Animal Barn will also be open. Bring your blankets, chairs and friends. Music changes each month; check website for updates. Children are welcome. $12 (credit only) for ages 2 to 82. 301-865-9203. info@ greenmeadowsevents.com. greenmeadowsevents.com.

Friday Nights Live — 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.