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“LADY

IN THE LAKE” PREMIERES

FRIDAY ON APPLE TV+

Popular Baltimore author Laura Lippman will see her novel “Lady in the Lake” adapted for the screen when the limited series of the same name debuts on Apple TV+ on July 19. Lippman’s novel, set in Baltimore, is a fictional retelling of the city’s real “Lady in the Lake,” i.e., the African-American woman whose body was found in Druid Park Lake in 1969. In the TV series, filmed in and around Baltimore and directed by Alma Har’el, Natalie Portman stars as Maddie Schwartz, a housewife who finds herself trying to solve the mystery of a missing woman, Cleo Sherwood (Moses Ingram). The first two of seven episodes will drop Friday and will be followed by a new episode each Friday through Aug. 23. According to The Baltimore Sun, “Some Baltimore landmarks seen in the trailer include the George Peabody Library, downtown Baltimore’s Redwood Street in a holiday snowfall, B’nai Israel Cemetery in Moravia-Walther and Druid Lake — or at least a Hollywood version of the Baltimore landmark that is a focus of the story.”

TOWN HALL FOR ARTISTS

Circa 2007, the Frederick Arts Council hosted regular meetups among artists and arts organizations to simply talk, network and be in the know about upcoming events and opportunities. The Weinberg Center for the Arts recently announced that they, along with the Frederick Office of Economic Development, the Frederick County Art Association, the Frederick Arts Council and Give Rise Studio, will present a Town Hall meeting for performing, visual and literary artists in the Frederick County region at 6:30 p.m. July 22 at New Spires Arts in downtown Frederick. Per the online announcement, “Join us for an evening of discussion and networking, building upon our strengths as a community of creatives.” Amen to that. Let’s get together and support one another.

HAVE YOU TRIED HINZI’S KITCHEN?

Hinzi’s Kitchen held its grand opening on May 10 in downtown Frederick. The Pakistani restaurant at 503 N. East St. features home cooking crafted by owner Hina “Hinzi” Awan, who was drawn to cooking from a young age and learned to cook traditional Pakistani recipes, which she has refined over the years. Stop in to try chai, kati rolls, gyros, masala fries and other treats.

IS SONNY APOLLO AMERICA’S NEXT TOP HITMAKER?

Frederick native Joshua Diggs, aka Sonny Apollo, recently advanced to be among the Top 20 in Rolling Stone Magazine’s “America’s Next Top Hitmaker” competition. Now based in LA, the performing artist recently signed with Greater Than Distribution, part of Virgin Music Group. One musician or band will appear in Rolling Stone, win $10,000, and perform at Rolling Stone’s Future of Music showcase in Austin, Texas. The current round of online voting to narrow down artists to the Top 15 closes July 18.

OTHER ODDS AND ENDS

The Ryan Watkins Group (jazz) will take the Alive@Five stage on July 18, Los Hijo ‘e Plena (percussion-driven sounds of Puerto Rico) will perform at Sky Stage on July 20, and DuPont Brass (hip-hop/R&B) will play the Baker Park Bandshell on July 21. Also a reminder that the Contemporary American Theater Festival continues its season in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, with four shows in production through July 28. Plus, CATF will offer “A Mother’s Voice,” an immersive multi-disciplinary production presented July 20, 21 and 23 in collaboration with Musici Ireland and the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival.

Meet Bob & Freddie. When it comes to local businesses, businesspeople and organizations in Frederick, they know best. Here is a personal interview with a 2023 Best of the Best winner or finalist about why they love what they do, helping those they serve and working in Frederick.

Law Office of Lena A. Clark

The Importance of Having a Mentor

The academic setting of law school does not fully prepare new attorneys for the active practice of law. Fortunately, those willing to serve as mentors can help new attorneys achieve career and professional success. What is Mentorship and Why is it Important?

Mentorship provides less experienced persons with advice and support. In the legal field, senior attorneys usually play this important role. Some of the crucial benefits of having a legal mentor include: 1) learning about the industry as a whole, 2) building confidence, 3) personal development, and 4) overcoming obstacles and challenges to career development.

How to Find a Mentor?

Young lawyers may find mentors through local Bar Associations, professional groups, and networking events, all of which are filled with many successful senior lawyers. Another great resource for young lawyers is mentors at their law firm. That is exactly how I met one of my first mentors, Arthur C. Elgin, Jr., at a Washington, DC law firm in Dupont Circle in March of 2005.

My Mentor: Arthur C. Elgin, Jr. Art attended undergrad at Princeton University and later obtained his law degree from George Washington University. Following in his father’s footsteps, Art

focused his career primarily in Trusts & Estates, and both Art and his father joined the law practice of Jackson & Campbell, P.C. in 1969. Art spent the rest of his nearly sixtyyear career working in their Washington DC and Rockville offices. During his career, Art served as the Treasurer of the Montgomery County Bar Association, and he was a member of the District of Columbia and Maryland Bar Associations.

Benefits of the Mentor Relationship. Working as a Probate paralegal in Trusts and Estates was my second job. I worked for a number of attorneys, and Art supervised my work. He strived to provide me with positive feedback and encouraged independent thinking so that I could learn to work and succeed independently. This lessened the workload for Art and the other Trusts and Estates attorneys in the department, allowing them to focus on bigger tasks. Art’s mentorship built my confidence and fast-tracked my growth development. A couple of years later, I went to law school at Catholic University of America at night while I continued working at the same firm until the end of 2011.

While mentors are a great choice for new lawyers, mentors aren’t limited to legal professionals. No matter what career you’re in, having a mentor can give you a strategic advantage as you build your career.

If you need help protecting your money and loved ones in the event of death or disability, call us at 301-696-0567 or selfschedule online at lenaclarklegal.com.

Hinzi’s Kitchen brings Pakistani halal food to Frederick

Hina “Hinzi” Awan’s lifelong dream was to open her own restaurant. She began to cook in middle school, where she would put her own twist on traditional Pakistani recipes.

Awan opened Hinzi’s Kitchen in February 2024 with her husband, Malik Awan, to bring fast-casual halal options to Frederick, she said. They would previously drive about an hour to get halal food and wanted to open a restaurant in Frederick where people could experience Pakistani cuisine.

“I just felt like [cooking] was so therapeutic, and I want everybody to enjoy the food I have to bring to the table,” Hina said.

Hina said the restaurant, located at the former Boxcar Burgers site, features modern twists on traditional Pakistani dishes such as kathi rolls, which are parathas a type of Pakistani bread) stuffed with fillings such as chicken, chana masala, paneer tikka and gyro meat.

All the dishes at Hinzi’s kitchen are Hina’s original recipes, she said.

The chicken rice bowl has become a fan favorite in the months the restaurant has been open.

“The response has been tremendous,” Malik said. “We’re really grateful that people are liking it, and that they appreciate us.”

— Apurva Mahajan

The interior space of Hinzi’s Kitchen’s in Frederick is shown on June 27.

HINZI’S KITCHEN

503 N. East St., Frederick 301-835-7694 hinziskitchen@gmail.com

Instagram: @hinziskitchen_frederick

Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday

Price: $5 to $15 per item

The owners recommend: Chicken rice bowl, which features chicken served over parsley rice and red kidney beans, with house sauces and chopped salad on top.

and

Staff photos by Katina Zentz

Hinzi’s Kitchen’s signature dish, the chicken

rice bowl.

Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon live at Hub City

Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon and his band The Chicago Way are on tour to promote his third Alligator Records release, “Shut Up & Play!,” with a live performance at 8 p.m. July 25 at Hub City Vinyl in Hagerstown.

With his richly detailed, original songs, inventive guitar and impassioned vocals, Cannon is known as one of the contemporary blues scene’s most creative artists. His sound is inspired by his heroes, including Hound Dog Taylor, Muddy Waters, Elmore James, Albert King, Son Seals and Jimi Hendrix.

Cannon was born in Chicago in 1968 and grew up in the shadows of the notoriously tough Robert Taylor Homes. Theresa’s Lounge, one of the city’s most famous South Side blues clubs, was close by. As a child, Cannon would stand on the sidewalk outside the club’s door, soaking up the live blues pouring out, while trying to sneak a glance inside at larger-thanlife bluesmen like Junior Wells and Buddy Guy.

He also heard plenty of blues records growing up in his grandfather’s home and listened to soul, R&B and contemporary rock on the radio. Cannon’s sister gifted him his first guitar at age 22, and his natural talent enabled him to quickly master the instrument.

Banks and Joanna Connor. In 2001, he formed his own band, The Cannonball Express. By 2003, he was working exclusively as a band leader.

Cannon has been nominated for ten Blues Music Awards and has performed across the U.S., as well as Canada and the UK. He has played the Chicago Blues Festival on 10 occasions.

On his third Alligator Records album, Cannon gives us 11 emotionally-charged originals.

“I write what I know, what I feel,” Cannon says. “I like to put myself in the shoes of the subjects of my songs. This record is about the things going on in my life since 2019 — it’s a document of what I’ve seen and been through, but the stories are universal. And it’s my way to get past negative things and keep my own sanity. Listen to the lyrics. I am a Black man in America. These are not protest songs. I try to create honest, common sense understanding with my songs.”

Although his initial focus was reggae, he found himself increasingly drawn to the blues.

“It was dormant in me. But when I started playing the blues, I found my

voice and the blues came pouring out,” he says.

From 1996 through 2002, Cannon played as a sideman for Tommy McCracken, Wayne Baker Brooks, L.V.

Frederick native Sonny Apollo is in the Top 20 of Rolling Stone’s ‘America’s Next Top Hitmaker’

Frederick born, LA-based performing artist Sonny Apollo has advanced to the Top 20 of Rolling Stone Magazine’s “America’s Next Top Hitmaker” 2024 competition.

Born Joshua Diggs in Frederick, Sonny Apollo gravitated to the entertainment of Stevie Wonder, Lady Gaga, Bob Fosse, David Bowie, Gene Kelly, Queen, Alicia Keys, Sammy Davis Jr. and Prince while pursuing his studies in music, dance and theater.

“I touched my first instrument, the piano, and wrote my first song when I was 9 because of Stevie Wonder,” he said. “Ever since then, music has been my main expression and my therapy.”

Sonny’s journey from Frederick to

Chicago to LA has not always been easy.

“I am Black. I am queer. I am the product of a single parent household. I was born with asthma that left me using a nebulizer for at least the first three years of my life,” he said.

“While raised Christian, I am not Christian now. I have experienced houselessness. The different forms of adversity that I have experienced have challenged me, but they have also motivated me. They have made me stronger. I identify with the kids who feel like a misfit, who feel like an outsider. I identify with the kids who keep that fight going inside of them.

I want to win. I need to win. I will win.

We will win.”

Since the release of “Stimulate” in 2020, Sonny signed with Paula Moore and Randy Jackson’s Virgin Music powered venture Greater Than Distribution.

Sonny’s voice, dance moves and a bold artistic vision landed him among the Top 20 in Rolling Stone’s “America’s Next Top Hitmaker” competition.

One musician or band will appear in Rolling Stone, win $10,000, and perform at Rolling Stone’s Future of Music showcase in Austin, Texas. The current round of voting to narrow down artists to the Top 15 closes July 18.

The album was co-produced by Cannon and Alligator president Bruce Iglauer.

Hub City Vinyl is at 28 E. Baltimore St., Hagerstown. Tickets are $20. Go to liveathubcityvinyl.com, or call 301800-9390 for more information.

Roman Sobus Photography

Toronzo Cannon will play Hub City Vinyl in Hagerstown.

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Frederick native Sonny Apollo has advanced to the Top 20 of Rolling Stone Magazine’s “America’s Next Top Hitmaker” 2024 competition.

THE LONG BOX

We can be at Heroes, just for three days

BY CLIFF CUMBER

Special to The News-Post

For comic-book collectors, original art fanatics or even a creator, Heroes Con’s annual gathering in Charlotte, North Carolina, could conceivably be among the best comic-book conventions in the U.S.

I understand that’s an extraordinary claim, but it’s not just me who’s making it. While I was researching for this column, I found hundreds of comments posted online and under YouTube walkthroughs that echoed the “best of the best” mantra.

For me, my absolutely favorite convention — and first love — is closer to home in Baltimore (don’t ever leave me, Baltimore Comic-Con), but I understand the gas around Heroes. The show has somehow eschewed the comics-adjacent trappings of celebrities, movies and TV and retains its laser-like focus on the people who create, buy, sell and trade dirty paper.

It’s a purity that’s been lost by flashy, mass-appeal shows like the New York and San Diego comics cons, which are vast arenas of spectacle with only modest frills of actual comics. I’m honestly lost as to why they keep the “comic” in their titles.

A tip of the hat then to Shelton Drum, the organizer, avid collector and owner of Charlotte’s Heroes Aren’t Hard to Find comic store, who began the convention close to four decades ago.

This was my second trip to Heroes. In 2022, I was lucky enough to have been invited to table alongside my good friends Adam Falp and Tony Esmond from the U.K. (“Tabling” means “to have a table at,” industry speak for being at the show as a merchant. Creators can purchase table space at a convention where they can lay out their wares or, if they’re lucky enough, be invited as guests to attend.). This year, Tony and I were on the other side, wandering the aisles and getting into trouble, me with a press pass and Tony with his VIP ticket.

Two of my favorite Maryland creators were sharing a table: David Crispino and Mike Riley.

“This show versus other shows, it seems like the best elements of all of [those], or at least what I would come to a comic show for,” Riley said.

Crispino was fresh off successfully Kickstarting his Christmas in July book, along with artist collaborator Tony

Gregori, “Taft Sturgeon: Holiday in the Stars,” a 104-page sci-fi-in-space spectacular where an intergalactic social worker goes on a cosmic Christmas odyssey.

“I’m a big Christmas guy,” Crispino said of his inspiration. “My dad got me onto Christmas, like all of our good parents do, so I just stuck with it. … And that’s what we wanted to do, this weird Jack Kirby folk Christmas [in space].”

Riley had, among other comics at his table, a second printing of “Frunology,” a 160-page retrospective of the last decade of his single-panel gag comic strip, “I Taste Sound.” But he’s planning ahead and will have some new items on offer for the Baltimore Comic-Con in September, including a series of minis focusing on characters in his “Irregulordz” run and issue four in that run.

“I’ve also been working on a magazine project,” Riley continued. “It’s roleplaying-game-oriented.” A lifelong RPG enthusiast, Riley has created a campaign world inspired by “Masters of the Universe” and is pulling together a retroRPG magazine, the kind you might see on shelves in 1997, with stories and art from comic creators, including Crispino.

So, watch this space.

(You can catch up with Riley and Crispino from Sept. 20-22 in Baltimore and Sept. 14-15 at SPX in Bethesda.)

Find Riley at mikeriley.lol, and Crispino at davidcrispino.com.

RECOMMENDATION … My TikTok mutual Dave Chisholm was one of the first stops I made at Heroes as soon as I hit the convention hall. Chisholm is a Rochester, New York-based graphic

novel writer, artist and musician who is so enormously talented, it’s hard to frame in words.

And when I say talented, I mean the kind of talent that the comics-adverse mass media would write about. Take his latest release, “Miles Davis and the Search for the Sound,” a bio-graphic novel about the celebrated jazz master. You know how hard it is to depict Davis’ — or for that matter, any — music in images? If you’d asked me before I read Chisholm’s biography, I would have made a weirdly condescending frowny face at you and probably scoffed. But, yet, somehow Chisholm not only captures the intricate beauty of Davis’ playing, he delivers a deeply emotional perspective on the man’s life and career. Amazing. It was the first purchase I made at the con.

Find Chisholm at davechisholmmusic.com.

NOTE … The headline on this column is a loving reference to David Bowie’s “Heroes.” If you don’t like Bowie, we can’t be friends.

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Miles Davis cover by Dave Chisholm.

Frunology by Maryland creator Mike Riley.

Taft Sturgeon front cover by Maryland creator Dave Crispino.

CLIFF CUMBER

Happiness doesn’t come easily to the ‘happiest man on Earth’

Afirst glance at this year’s Contemporary American Theater Festival lineup could leave one feeling somewhere between baffled and offended. The mere idea that a show about a Holocaust survivor could be called “The Happiest Man on Earth” would strike most people as jarring — and that goes double for anyone who has followed the history of post-war art criticism.

The highly influential 20thcentury critical theorist Theodor Adorno once wrote in German that “to write poetry after Auschwitz is barbaric.” His point in context seems to be that it’s no longer desirable to achieve the same kind of naïve apotheosis of love and beauty that flowed from the Romanic poets. But many fellow academics absorbed his artistic criticism as a prohibition on all poetry.

With the understanding that Adorno was a German Jew wracked with survivor’s guilt over his narrow avoidance of the concentration camps, this thought was further distilled down in university circles to a challenge frequently posed to English majors in critical theory classes: Is happiness in art ever permissible again in light of the Holocaust?

I knew in college I didn’t agree that the existence of mass horror rendered happiness immoral, but as a privileged Gentile at an elite university, I couldn’t find the language to express my problems with that concept.

Eddie Jaku, a real Jewish Holocaust survivor who wrote the memoir of the same name behind the “Happiest” play by Mark St. Germain, has plenty of words to explain why happiness after horror is not only permissible but necessary.

“But I must not simply remember them,” Jaku’s character says of the 6 million Jews who were killed in the Holocaust. “I also must live for them, the best life I can.”

It’s possible to read those words on the page as a type of psychological repression, but when delivered from behind the kind eyes of actor Kenneth

to be a Gentile so he can finish his education as a mechanical engineer — a status that will see him deemed an “Economically Indispensable Jew” in the concentration camps and save his life on countless occasions.

But as proud as he is of is “indispensable” status, it doesn’t protect him from living through a level of horror that would be difficult to imagine for anyone who hadn’t already been educated about the Holocaust. Though he constantly finds warm, humorous moments throughout the ordeal, there are many times when he screams in wrenching agony and breaks down to a hollow shell of a man.

He endures countless failed escape attempts, suffers the incineration of his parents, wakes up in the arms of dead men, nearly starves and freezes to death, gets shot and experiences inhumane betrayal.

Even though he gives the audience several psychological breaks from the horror with humor, about two thirds of the show passes before it becomes possible for the audience to see how it could be possible for this man to ever recover something like happiness.

Tigar in the intimate Shepherdstown Opera House, the sentiment carries the authoritative weight of earned experience.

You may remember Tigar from his brief but poignant performance in the 2012 movie “The Avengers,” for which he was credited as “German old man.”

When Loki demands the crowd kneel before him, Tigar’s character kneels at first then slowly stands, telling Loki he won’t subject himself to “men like you.” Loki says, “There are no men like me,” to which Tigar’s character replies, “There are always men like you.”

Tigar’s portrayal of Jaku was not nearly that stoic. The audience first sees him as an incomparably kind old man who stops to joke with several folks in the crowd. Far from facing down the horrors of his past with undaunted courage, he frets over how to share his experiences with his children.

In working through the dilemma of whether to speak at his sons’

IF YOU GO

CATF runs through July 28 at four venues across Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Tickets can be purchased online at catf.org or by calling the box office at 681-240-2283.

synagogue about his time in two concentration camps, he arrives at a question common among many survivors: “How much can they bear to hear? How much can I bear to remember?”

But remember he does. In a long, one-man presentation on a simple stage meant to evoke the sparseness of war-time Europe, Jaku relives his whole experience in Germany and Poland from the time of his happy childhood in Leipzig.

The narrative doesn’t take long to grow dark. Facing rising antisemitic sentiment in Germany, he changes his name and pretends

It was in this latter phase that I thought back on Adorno’s comments about the barbarism of poetry. I remembered he had made his much-misunderstood remarks in the immediate aftermath of the war. Even though his original proscription wasn’t as totalizing as the common interpretation of it, he recanted it several decades later.

For Jaku, the passage of time was also key. He didn’t have some important revelation about the meaning of life as his body was still thin from malnutrition. He just kept plodding through one moment to the next of his blessedly long life (19202021) until he could take stock of all the joys that had slowly piled onto the memories of horrors.

It was only after finding a wife, having two children, and starting over in Australia that Jaku came to his important understanding.

“Happiness is a choice,” he says. “Of course, there are bad days, but even on those days, we are so lucky to be alive.”

Erik Anderson’s MA in medieval literature only qualifies him to write about Chaucer, but he’s going to tell you about local theater anyway.

Seth Freeman

Actor Kenneth Tigar stars in “The Happiest Man on Earth,” by Mark St. Germain and directed by Ron Lagomarsino, in production at the Contemporary American Theater Festival in Shepherdstown, W.Va.

ERIK ANDERSON

Seed to Roots participants visit NYC

Women Solve secured a $20,000 grant from the Ausherman Family Foundation, with an additional $8,000 available through a matching funds challenge. This grant supported Frederick’s Seed to Roots: Broadway Horizons trip, an opportunity for Frederick City and County students to experience the arts in New York City.

All 107 participants from the 2024 Seed to Roots program were offered the chance to travel to New York City and see a Broadway play, and 84 students and chaperones attended.

“We are profoundly grateful to the Ausherman Family Foundation for this support,” said Desirée Tucker, executive director of Women Solve.

The trip included seeing the play “The Wiz” and a private meetup with Lady Irene Gandy to talk about her more than 50-year career.

Women Solve initially applied for a $50,000 grant from the City of Frederick and was awarded $25,000. The funding from the Ausherman Family Foundation helped to bridge the gap and make the trip to New York possible. The grant covered theater tickets, the Q&A session, meals, and transportation.

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Frederick’s Seed to Roots participants in New York City.

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ at Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater

“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!”

One of the most enduring shows of all time, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, 11 brothers and the coat of many colors.

The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater in Hagerstown will present “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” from

July 19 to Aug. 18.

The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (“Those Canaan Days”), to country-western (“One More Angel in Heaven”) and calypso (“Benjamin Calypso”), along with the unforgettable classics “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door.”

This show is preceded by dinner featuring dinner rolls, plated salad, dinner, dessert, and coffee, tea, and iced tea.

A full service cash bar will be available. Bar tab and gratuity are not included.

Tickets (includes dinner and show) cost $65 for adults, $59 for active military and first responders, and $55 for children (5-12).

Tickets can be purchased at washingtoncountyplayhouse. com or by calling 301-7397469. The Washington County Playhouse is at 44 N. Potomac St., Hagerstown.

Watch ‘E.T. The Extra Terrestrial’ on the big screen with live orchestra accompaniment

Relive the magic of “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial” on the big screen accompanied by a live performance by the Shippensburg Festival Symphony Orchestra on July 20 at Luhrs Performing Arts Center, 475 Lancaster Drive, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.

Director Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming masterpiece is one of the brightest stars in motion picture history. Filled with magic and imagination, “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” follows the moving story of a lost little alien who befriends a 10-year-old boy named Elliott.

Experience all the mystery and fun of their unforgettable adventure in the beloved movie that captivated audiences around the world, complete with John Williams’ Academy Award-winning score performed live by a full symphony orchestra in sync to the film projected on

a huge HD screen.

For over 50 years (with a brief hiatus due to COVID-19), professional musicians from orchestras in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and New York have gathered to form the Shippensburg Festival Orchestra under the baton of renowned guest conductors. This year.

Lawrence Loh, former conductor with the Pittsburgh Symphony, Dallas Symphony and Colorado Symphony and current music director of the Syracuse Symphony and Waco Symphony, leads the orchestra in a music and film series, A Night at the Oscars, on July 18 and “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial” in Concert on July 20.

Tickets for adults range in price from $40 to $55, depending on seating. Youth tickets are available for $15. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit luhrscenter.com.

Fans on Hollywood Blvd. call for director Steven Spielberg as he arrives for a 40th anniversary screening of his classic 1982 film “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on the opening night of the TCM Classic Film Festival on April 21, 2022, at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles.

Rebecca Malachowski

Associated Press file photo

GETAWAYS

Ursula K. Le Guin’s home will become a writers residency

BY HILLEL ITALIE AP National Writer

Theo Downes-Le Guin, son of the late author Ursula K. Le Guin, remembers well the second-floor room where his mother worked on some of her most famous novels.

Or at least how it seemed from the outside.

“She was very present and accessible as a parent,” he says. “She was very intent on not burdening her children with her career. ... But the times when she was in there to do her writing, we knew that we needed to let her have her privacy.”

Downes-Le Guin, who also serves as his mother’s literary executor, now hopes to give contemporary authors access to her old writing space. Literary Arts, a community nonprofit based in Portland, Oregon, announced Monday that Le Guin’s family had donated their three-story house for what will become the Ursula K. Le Guin Writers Residency.

Le Guin, who died in 2018 at age 88, was a Berkeley, California, native who in her early 30s moved to Portland with her husband, Charles. Le Guin wrote such classics as “The Left Hand of Darkness” and “The Dispossessed” in her home, mostly in a corner space that evolved from a nursery for her three children to a writing studio.

“Our conversations with Ursula and her family began in 2017,” the executive director of Literary Arts, Andrew Proctor, said in a statement. “She had a clear vision for her home to become a creative space for writers and a beacon for the broader literary community.”

No date has been set for when the residency will begin. Literary Arts has launched a fundraising campaign for maintaining the house and for operating an office in town.

The Le Guins lived in a 19th century house designed out of a Sears & Roebuck catalog, and the author’s former studio looks out on a garden, a towering redwood tree planted decades ago by the family, and, in the distance, Mount St. Helens. Downes-Le Guin does not want the house to seem like a museum, or a time capsule, but expects that reminders of his mother, from her books to her rock collection, will remain.

While writers in residence will be welcome to use her old writing room, the author’s son understands if some might feel “intimidated” to occupy the same space as one the world’s most celebrated authors.

Ursula K. Le Guin, an American author of novels and children’s books, poses for a photo at home on Sept. 9, 2001, in Portland, Ore. The former home of the late Le Guin is being readied to become a base for contemporary authors. Literary Arts announced Monday, June 10, 2024, that Le Guin’s family had donated their three-story house to the Portland, Oregon-based community nonprofit for what will become the Ursula K. Le Guin Writers Residency.

“I wouldn’t want anyone to be in there in this constant state of reverence, which would be against the spirit of the residency,” he says.

According to Literary Arts, residents will be chosen by an advisory council that will include “literary professionals” and a Le Guin family member. Writers “will be asked to engage with the local community in a variety of literary activities, such as community-wide readings and workshops.” The residency will be year-round, with a single writer at a time living in

the house. The length of individual residencies will vary, as some writers may have family or work obligations that would limit their availability. Downes-Le Guin says he wants the residency to feel inclusive, available to a wide range of authors, and selective.

“We don’t want it just to be for authors who already have had residencies elsewhere,” he says. “But we’ll want applicants to demonstrate that they’re seriously engaged in the work. We want people who will make the most of this.”

Benjamin Brink/The Oregonian via AP

”A World of Whimsy” — through July 20, Links Bridge Vineyard, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Paintings by Frederick-born and Waynesboro, Pa.,based artist Seth Holmes, known for his fun and colorful architectural caricatures and scenes of whimsy. Open weekends 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or by appointment. 301466-2413 or linksbridgevineyards.com.

”Tactile Expressions” — through July 23, FAC Gallery, 1 N. Market St., Frederick. A juried group show of art related to texture. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 301-662-4190 or info@frederickartscouncil.org.

“Fused and Forged” — through July 28 at Eastside Artists’ Gallery, 313 E. Patrick St., Frederick. The combined talents of Steven Gibson (fused glass) and Stephen Dill (forged steel) make for an eclectic show. Show runs weekends through July, with hours from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. eastsideartistsgallery.com.

”Torque & Flow” — through July 28, NOMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. Linda Van Hart hammers and sculpts sterling into wearable patterns of nature’s torque. Torque means the moment of twist, when curling vines reach toward the sun, or leaves gust into a whirlwind. The rush of water over stone energizes the brush of plein-air artist Pat Brodowski, who paints streamside to interpret the essence of water. Van Hart and Brodowski create art from direct observation of nature. Noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. 240-367-9770 or nomagalleryfrederick.com.

”Ephemeral//Enduring” — through July 31, FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Explores the concept of time through diverse artistic expressions. Artworks range from the abstract and philosophical to the personal histories of the artists and everywhere in between.

Juried and curated by Professor of Art at Frederick Community College, Wendell Poindexter. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 301-662-4190 or frederickartscouncil.org.

”Bottles & Bouquets” — through Aug. 4, Riverworks Gallery at Locals Farm Market, 19929 Fisher Ave., Poolesville. Elegance or exuberance, stability or change, structure or chaos — in a new exhibition, artist Pauline Rakis invites us to find meaning in contrasts through vivid, emotion-imbued paintings of wine bottles and flowers. Market hours 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 301-690-9337 or riverworksart. org.

“Fantastical Gardens” — through Aug. 25 at Blanche Ames Gallery, 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick. Fiber art, wall

A collection of Deborah Lovelace Richardson’s plein-air paintings, done mostly in Frederick County, is on display in the Links Bridge Tasting Room. A reception will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. July 28 at Links Bridge Vineyards, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Shown here, “Summers Peace” by Deborah Lovelace Richardson.

sculptures and collages by Rebecca Hargreaves. 301-473-7680.

Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibit — through Aug. 25, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. This juried exhibition features regional artwork in all media, selected by juror Lise Dubé-Scherr, dean of deputy director for art & education at the the James Art Museum. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-739-5727 or wcmfa.org.

Local Art Showcase and Sale — through Aug. 31 at All Saints Episcopal Church, 106 W. Church St., Frederick. Features the work of local artists on a two-month rotating basis. Come to the church office doors located off of the Memorial Garden area. The work of photographer June Jarkey will be on display. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. 240-344-7458, rspadaro@ allsaintsmd.org, allsaintsmd.org.

”The Lost Threads” — through Sept. 1, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Paintings by Mary Scire. Lost writing systems, or scripts, from antiquity provide the jumping-off point for each of these abstract paintings. Unique forms, although simple in nature, come together to create complex paintings reflecting the collective diversity of these lost scripts. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-

698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Eclectic Expressions” — through Sept. 1, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Works in fiber and paint by Joh Ricci. This exhibition brings together Ricci’s passion for fiber art, an exploration in painting, and the combination of both mediums. Colors, shapes, textures and subject matter allow endless possibilities to create her original artwork. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

Summer Time Exhibit — through Sept. 6 at Crestwood Gallery Frederick Health Crestwood Building, 7211 Bank Court, Frederick. Original artwork including oil, acrylic, photography, mixed media and wood carvings by Frederick artists. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. 240215-1460, acrestwood@frederick.health, frederickhealth.org/crestwoodart.

Maryland Photography Alliance BiAnnual Juried Exhibition — through Sept. 8 at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg. This exhibit features 47 images from the Alliance’s annual statewide competition. The artists included are Thomas Allen, Lisa Auerbach, Paul Biederman, David Blass, John Breen, James Corbett, Wendy Dinova-Wimmer, Sherman Edwards, Daniel Garrett, Stephanie Gibson, Cheryl Gillerman, Jin Gong, Martin Heavner, Don James, Wendy Kates, Roger

Katzenberg, Kimberley Kelly, Tom Kredo, Ken Liang. Yanyun Liu, Bill Liu, Suzanne Lugerner, Lisa Mayo, Mark Nelson, Al Neyman, Kim Norris, Ed Palaszynski, Ruiqing Pamboukian, Francine Rattner, Joan Saba, Rena Schild, David Terao, Deming Wan, Rong Wei, Robin Weisz, Debbie Wolf and Kim Young. Meet the artists at a reception from 1:30 to 3 p.m. July 28. 301-258-6394, mdphotoalliance. org.

Student Exhibition — through Sept. 13 at Montgomery College’s Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Arts Center, 930 King St., Silver Spring. Features artworks made by Montgomery College art and design students over the past year and includes work from courses in 2D design, 3D design, ceramics, craft, drawing, graphic design, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. 240-567-1375, facebook.com/ MCVPA.

”Art, Fashion, Symbol, Statement: Tattooing in America, 1960s to Today” — through Oct. 13, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. The exhibition explores the evolution of tattoos, particularly in the northeastern United States, from a mark of counter-cultural rebellion to one of the most popular forms of personal creative expression. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-7395727 or wcmfa.org.

”Brushes With History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick” — through Dec. 14, Museum of Frederick County History/Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick. Features the works of a few of the most notable artists who have worked in Frederick County, past and present. With beautiful paintings of the county’s landmarks and natural splendor, our story explores the ways in which the visual arts provided economic opportunity to individuals and communities. Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 301-663-1188 or frederickhistory.org.

”Over 70 Show” — July 20 through Sept. 1, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Works in a variety of media, all created by artists over age 70. Artists’ talks 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 3. Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.

”Farms and Fields — An Artist’s View” — July 26 through Aug. 9, Links Bridge Vineyards, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Frederick County landscapes painted on location by Deborah Lovelace Richardson. Opening reception 1 to 3 p.m. July 28. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 301-466-2413 or linksbridgevineyards.com.

Courtesy photo

GOOPCAT

Atown the size of Frederick inherently won’t have as many street photographers as a bigger city like Baltimore or D.C., but a few crop up at festivals — Alive@ Five, In The Streets — and have become familiar faces to one another and to downtown residents and regulars.

But there is perhaps only one street photographer in town who makes it his daily practice to walk around Frederick in search of photos. Or, rather, in search of moments.

And through this practice, Sam Levin, aka Goopcat, has become an archivist of Frederick history — a documentarian of moments that might have otherwise gone unnoticed by anyone besides those directly experiencing them.

Levin’s interest in street photography began in 2014 in Baltimore, where he was living at the time. Street photography was a way “to build proof that this thing happened,” he said during one of his recent walkabouts.

Levin began his daily art practice on May 10, 2022 — every season, every weather, every day. There have been times when he’s traveling and the only photos on his camera roll are shots taken from a car. One time, the only photo of the day was taken from a hospital bed — an image of Levin’s wife holding his hand on a day he had surgery. And travels to cities — most recently San Francisco, New York, Providence, Las Vegas and Pittsburgh — have warranted street scenes far from Frederick. He also frequently ventures into Baltimore, where he lived prior to moving to downtown Frederick in March 2021, to photograph there.

But mostly, Levin is wandering around Frederick. He typically posts his day’s favorite finds on his Instagram, though he admits he is somewhat backlogged with posting.

“It’s a project to document my community every day,” he said.

He mostly photographs people, though a rule of thumb is to not photograph homeless people, so as not to objectify them, he said.

“I look for someone who looks interesting. Sometimes I know there’s something there, but I don’t know what’s really there until I review it [the photo] later.”

I met up with Levin on Wednesday, April 24, to go on one of his walkabouts, which was Day 715 of shooting for him. We wandered through downtown, sometimes into shops — The Record Exchange, The Frederick Floral Bar, the North Market Pop Shop — and then into Baker Park as the sun was sinking lower in the sky.

“Sometimes I’m out here, and I look at all these buildings and think, why can’t I go inside one of them? It can be like a videogame city,” he said. “It’s fun to test the boundaries, interact with people and learn that they have their own real lives and they aren’t just simulations you walk past.”

The following pages are the scenes he saw and recorded during that day in April.

— Lauren LaRocca

Staff photo by Katina Zentz Photographer

Sam Levin stands for a portrait on North Maxwell Avenue in downtown Frederick on July 9.

Frederick’s unofficial street photographer

Daily downtown wanderings lead to an archive of local history

All photos by Sam Levin, shot in downtown Frederick on April 24 over the course of about two hours.

FILM & TV

Apple TV+ debuts

‘Lady in the Lake’ series filmed in Baltimore

BY MARY CAROLE MCCAULEY

Baltimore Sun

Apple TV+ this week will debut “Lady in the Lake,” a TV series based on a bestselling novel by Baltimore author Laura Lippman that was filmed in and around Charm City.

“Lady in the Lake” will premiere July 19, when the first two of seven episodes will drop. Those will be followed by one episode every Friday through Aug. 23. According to the Apple TV+ news release in May, “’Lady in the Lake’ emerges as a feverish noir thriller and an unexpected tale of the price women pay for their dreams.”

Directed by Alma Har’el, the miniseries was shot in Baltimore from the spring through the fall of 2022 and stars Natalie Portman and the Baltimore-born Moses Ingram, who graduated from Baltimore School for the Arts.

Some Baltimore landmarks seen in the trailer include the George Peabody Library, downtown Baltimore’s Redwood Street in a holiday snowfall, B’nai Israel Cemetery in Moravia-Walther and Druid Lake — or at least a Hollywood version of the Baltimore landmark that is a focus of the story.

“Lady in the Lake” takes place in Baltimore in 1966 and was inspired by two real-life killings.

The body of Shirley Lee Wigeon Parker (Cleo Sherwood in the book and Cleo Johnson in the television series) was found June 2, 1969, in a fountain at the center of Druid Lake. Parker was a 35-yearold barmaid at the then-famous Sphinx Club. Just three months later, 11-year-old Esther Lebowitz (in the novel, she’s named Tessie Fine) was killed in the basement of a popular local aquarium store. The girl’s badly bruised body was found two days later in a wooded area known as a local lovers’ lane.

In Lippman’s novel, both deaths are investigated by Madeleine Schwartz (Maddie), a housewife turned reporter played by Portman in the TV adaptation. Maddie’s perspective is challenged and at times contradicted by the voice of Johnson, who is portrayed by Ingram.

The miniseries is expected to have an estimated economic impact of at least $47 million on Maryland, according to the Maryland Film Office. About 650 local residents were hired to work on the production.

What to stream this week

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

NEW MOVIES TO STREAM

— If you loved the adrenaline rush of watching Alex Honnold scale El Capitan in “Free Solo,” Netflix has a treat for you. This time the heights are manmade but no less harrowing. In “Skywalkers: A Love Story,” filmmaker Jeff Zimbalist takes viewers into the dangerous world of rooftoppers – the daredevils who scale the world’s tallest buildings. The subjects in “Skywalkers,” streaming on Netflix starting Friday, July 19, are Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus who are not only talented rooftoppers but also in a relationship (hence the “love story” in the title) with own ups and downs. Part heist movie, part dazzling spectacle thanks to incredible Go-Pro footage, part relationship drama, it is a no-brainer of a click.

— Daisy Ridley stars as the trailblazing deep sea swimmer Trudy Ederle in “Young Woman and the Sea,” a very well made and inspiring sports drama that harkens back to the live-action movies Disney used to make in the early ‘90s like “Wild Hearts Can’t Be Broken.” Accessible for the whole family, the movie follows Ederle from her childhood to the Olympics and finally on her quest to become the first woman to swim the English Channel, in 1926. It had a somewhat quiet theatrical release after producer Jerry Bruckheimer found it got the best test scores of his career. But now it’ll be available for all, on Disney+, on Friday July 19.

— MAX has a few good new offerings, too, with the streaming premiere of “ Love Lies Bleeding “ (one of the AP’s favorites of the year so far) on Friday, July 19 and “The Commandant’s Shadow” on Thursday. The former is the sophomore feature of filmmaker Rose Glass, who directs Kristen Stewart in a wildly compelling performance as a gym manager who has fallen for a bodybuilder (Katy O’Brien) drifter. Associated Press Film Writer Jake Coyle wrote in his review that it “gives Stewart a vivid noir sandbox where all of her talent for obsession, desire and rage finds its gnarliest expression yet.” The latter is a documentary in which the son of Nazi commandant Rudolf Höss (also the subject of the Oscar-winning “The Zone of Inter-

est”) reckons with his family’s past.

— And finally Prime Video has the sequel “My Spy: The Eternal City,” in which Dave Bautista’s CIA agent JJ accompanies Sophie (Chloe Coleman) on a school trip to Italy where they get caught up in a terrorist plot. Kristen Schaal, Ken Jeong, Anna Faris and Craig Robinson co-star in the Pete Segal pic which is available starting Thursday.

— AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr

NEW SHOWS TO STREAM

— Kerry Washington’s comedy “UnPrisoned” returns for a second season Wednesday on Hulu. She plays Paige, a single mom raising a teenage son who is thrown a curveball when her dad (played by Delroy Lindo) moves in after he’s released from prison. Paige works as a therapist but has personal issues of her own to work through, including fears of abandonment. The series was created by writer Terry McMillan, who tapped into her own experience growing up in the foster care system because her own father was incarcerated.

— There’s a catchphrase where people share random points in time or moments in pop culture that they think about often and describe it as their Roman Empire. By those standards, director Roland Emmerich’s Roman Empire is... the Roman Empire. Known for big budget disaster flicks like “Independence Day” and “Godzilla,”

Emmerich’s first foray into television is a topic that he says has long intrigued him, the Roman Empire. “Those About to Die” is a gladiator series set in ancient Rome during the Flavian era. The cast includes Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Dimitri Leonidas, Jojo Macari and Tom Hughes. All 10 episodes stream Thursday on Peacock. — Part 1 of the sixth and final season of “Cobra Kai” launches Thursday on Netflix. Taking place decades after the first “Karate Kid” movie, the series follows Ralph Macchio and William Zabka’s characters Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence. It’s taken years, but they’re finally on the same side of the Cobra Kai dojo — as senseis who teach teens karate. They also have a common enemy in John Cleese’s Martin Kove. The show artfully weaves characters from the original movies into its storylines. Co-creator Jon Hurwitz calls it the Miyagiverse.

— Natalie Portman stars in her first TV series in “Lady in the Lake” for Apple TV+. The show is based on a book by Laura Lippman. Set in 1960s Baltimore, Portman plays a bored housewife and mother whose obsession with two local murders prompts her to leave her family to become an investigative journalist. Moses Ingram (“The Queen’s Gambit) also co-stars with Y’lan Noel of “Insecure.” “Lady in the Lake” debuts Friday, July 19.

— Alicia Rancilio

Apple TV+

Natalie Portman in “Lady in the Lake,” premiering July 19 on Apple TV+.

Anna Kooris/A24 via AP

Katy O’Brian, left, and Kristen Stewart in a scene from “Love Lies Bleeding.”

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Thursday July 18

CLASSES

Frederick Collage Collective — 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Drop-in group for all levels. Materials provided. Facilitated by Black Cat Studios.

$5 donation. 301-662-4190. artcenter@ frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

ETCETERA

Duplicate Bridge Games — noon to 4 p.m. at Church of the Transfiguration, 6909 Maryland Ave., Frederick. Looking for a competitive mind sport? Frederick Bridge Club duplicate games allow you to hone your skills. No membership requirements. If you need a partner, call 240-344-4041 or email lffutrell@yahoo.com. $8. 301-676-5656. sdobran@comcast.net. bridgewebs.com/frederick.

FITCI The EDGE at 321 Grand Opening — 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Inc. FITCI, 321 Ballenger Center Drive, Frederick. Grand opening of our new innovation center. Highlights include networking, featured speakers, and tours of the state-of-the-art, cutting-edge laboratories, educational lab space, and Base Camp, the 4,200-squarefoot indoor/outdoor collaboration space. 301-694-2999. officemanager@fitci.org. fitci.org/events.

FAMILY

American Revolution Experience Exhibition — 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. at C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. The Carrollton Manor and Frederick Chapters, NSDAR present the innovative pop-up exhibition that includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique artifacts and primary accounts to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the birth of our nation. Continues through July 23. All ages. 301-676-0823. ysabel.f.suarez@gmail.com.

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Summerfest Family Theatre: Rainbow Rock — 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at the Baker Park Band Shell, North Bentz and Second streets, Frederick. Winners of a Parents’ Choice Fun Stuff Award for their debut CD, “Meet the Rainbow,” in addition to a Family Choice Award, a Mom’s Choice Award, and a National Parent Product Award (NAPPA) for their newest release, “Total Eclipse of the Rainbow,” Rainbow Rock Band presents a mix of musical genres from folk and pop rock to rockabilly all while being educational and fun! Children learn about shapes, colors, movement, nature, and more! 301-600-2841. celebratefrederick.com.

Find Waldo Local — 10 a.m. at Curious Iguana, 12 N. Market St., Frederick. Where’s Waldo? In downtown Frederick, of course! Celebrating its 12th anniversary in July, Find Waldo Local has become a beloved summertime event in communities nationwide. This year, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, Frederick’s Curious Iguana, for some hide-and-seek fun designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses. The hunt runs July 1 to 27. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/find-waldo-local-3.

FESTIVALS

50th Annual Urbana Volunteer Fire Department Carnival — 6 p.m. at Urbana Volunteer Fire and Rescue, 3602 Urbana Pike, Frederick. Nightly entertainment, ride specials, various food options, raffles and the community favorite fireworks (Thursday evening at 10 p.m.)

GALLERY

Art at NIGHT: Artist Michael Hunter Thompson — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Photographer Michael Hunter Thompson discusses his recent “Fade to Blue” project, a nostalgic, immersive installation of Alle-

gany High School artifacts, memorabilia, mementos and parts of the now-demolished 1925 building, accompanied by the over 40 staged interior and exterior photographs Thompson took of generations of alumni and staff. 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/programs.

MUSIC

Alive@Five Happy Hour Concert Series: Ryan Watkins Group — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Jazz. Craft beverages and food available by local breweries, distilleries and food trucks. 21 and older, with ID. Concert series continues through Oct. 3. $6 per person. 301-698-8118. downtownfrederick.org/aliveatfive.

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.

Friday July 19

CLASSES

On Demand Strength, Balance & Joy — 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. online through Give Rise Studio, 125 S. Carroll St., 101, Frederick. For the past 8 months, @movingwellwithsue, owner of Give Rise Studio, has offered virtual and on-demand strength classes. Each month we work on Full Body movements meant to build muscle, improve balance, increase mobility and feel good in general. $75. giverisestudio@gmail.com. movingwellwithsue.com/challenge-page/ julystrength.

Monster Portrait Workshop — 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Give Rise Studio, 125 S. Carroll St., 101, Frederick. Let your imagination run wild! Using cut paper, glue and paint on canvas, you’ll create whimsical and colorful monster portraits that are perfect for adding a touch of fun to any space. This

workshop is ideal for kids & adults who love playful art projects. Pre-registration required. All materials included. Activities:Step-by-step guidance to create a monster portrait on canvas.Explore different shapes, colors, and textures to bring your monster to life.Tips on layering, arranging, and adhering cut paper pieces for a striking effect. Share your creations and enjoy a friendly, creative atmosphere.

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ETCETERA

All Aboard Rails & Tales: Featured Exhibit — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Taneytown History Museum, 340 E. Baltimore St., Taneytown. The railroad came to Taneytown in 1872. This exhibition shares information about the local railroad, stories and artifacts. Scavenger hunt with prizes included. 301-639-8620. ehoover44@verizon.net. taeytownhh.org.

Groceries for Seniors — noon to 1:30 p.m. at Frederick Senior Center, 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick. A free monthly distribution of seasonal produce, canned goods, and shelf stable products. This is a “farmer’s market” style distribution located inside of the Frederick Senior Center. All Frederick County residents age 60+ with an income below $1,450 per month are eligible to participate. Please bring a photo ID to register the first time. Groceries for Seniors is offered on the third Friday of each month. 301-600-1234. DAI@frederickcountymd. gov.

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Garden Night — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Kaylor Rose Garden. A relaxing evening of music. Sloan School of Music House Band will perform blues. Bring a picnic meal, blanket and/ or chair for this family-friendly event. Wine available for purchase from Stone House Urban Winery. Galleries will be open to explore.

301-739-5727. cschelle@wcmfa.org. wcmfa.org/concerts-lectures-2.

Permanent Jewelry & Fairy Hair Pop Up Event — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Studio 24E, 21 E. Main St., Thurmont. Grab your bestie and join us to get “linked.” Cici’s Jewelry Bar will be in store. Choose a chain to create your own custom piece, choose a charm from over 100 charms that fit any occasion. While you’re there get “tinseled” with Fairy Hair done by Ciara from Finklepotts Fairy Hair. 443-679-7916. studio24e@aol.com. studio24e.com/events.

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.

$16. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.

SlipBack — 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Cactus Flats, 10026 Hansonville Road, Frederick. Bluesy rock ‘n’ roll. 21 and older.

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Rooted in Play: Kid’s Nature Hour with Taiylor Kriss [Ages 2-5] — 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Let your little ones explore the wonders of nature through play, activities, and learning. This immersive experience offers children the opportunity to connect with nature, unleash their imaginations, and take the lead in their own learning adventure. Guided activities that promote holistic development, foster a sense of wonder, and encourage meaningful interactions with their surroundings. Suited for ages 2-5. Parents are welcome to actively participate in all activities

$25. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org

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MUSIC

Morgan’s Coffeehouse: The Carroll County Ramblers — 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Morgan Chapel United Methodist Church, 6750 Woodbine Road, Woodbine. Featuring The Carroll County Ramblers. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and music begins at 7 p.m. Food, snacks, desserts, coffee, tea and sodas available for purchase. Donations encouraged. Family friendly. 410-970-2485. coffeehouse@morganchapel.church. morganchapel.church/coffeehouse.

Frederick Music Foundation Singer-Songwriter Showcase — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. The Frederick Music Foundation hosts a musical showcase in this series on third Fridays, May through October. Features acoustic soloists, duos or bands. Performers TBA. Donations for musicians appreciated. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

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

“Tootsie” the Comedy Musical — 6 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. “Tootsie” is the hilarious award-winning musical based on one of the funniest comedic films of all time, in which Michael Dorsey is a skilled actor with a talent for not keeping a job. Desperate and out-of-work, he makes a last-ditch effort at making his dreams come true ... by disguising himself as actress Dorothy Michaels. In a meteoric rise to Broadway stardom, Dorothy soon has audiences falling at her feet while Michael (disguised as Dorothy) is falling for his co-star. Ticket prices vary. The show runs through Aug. 24 with performances every Friday and Saturday evening and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month. 301-662-6600. WOB@wayoffbroadway.com. wayoffbroadway.com.

Amazing Theatre 10-Minute Plays — 8 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. at Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. The festival’s theme is Blessings, and playwrights from around the world have submitted plays that express “blessings” as serious, insightful, loving, and humorous. Performances are Friday at 8 p.m., and Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m. $23, $21 ages 15 to 21, $16 ages 14 and under. 301-258-6394. artsbarn@gaithersburgmd.gov. gaithersburgmd.gov.

Saturday July 20

CLASSES

Pop-Up Yoga with Yogamour — 9 a.m. to

10 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. Bring a mat, Sky Stage is open-air. $17. 240-285-7812. support@yogamour.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/ sky-stage.

Seasonal Foraging Class — 9:30 a.m. at L’Auberge Provencale, 13630 Lord Fairfax Hwy., White Post, Va. L’Auberge Provencale is offering unique and educational foraging classes where guests discover the natural bounty of the Shenandoah Valley. Participants will explore a local farm alongside master forager Clay Morris and executive chef Alex Sakelakos, and will learn how to identify and harvest seasonal wild finds. $295. 540-837-1375. celebrate@laubergeprovencale.com. exploretock.com/laubergeprovencale.

Container Gardening — 10 a.m. to noon at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Even in the limited space of a deck, porch, patio or balcony, you can create your own garden oasis! See how to grow vegetables, herbs, small fruits, and decorative plants in a variety of containers. Learn how to select the proper plants for different size containers, to group plants by their needs, and to. elevate containers to provide easy access without stooping and bending. 301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu.

Shri Yoga: Flex, Fix, Fun! — 10 a.m. to noon at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. Shri Yoga is a calming but challenging style practiced in an informal environment. Classes include various asanas, breathing exercises, chakra vibration, mantras, and relaxation techniques. Attendees are welcome to bring their own mat. 301-600-7000. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Introduction to Breathwork — noon to 1:30 p.m. at The Common Market, 5728 Buckeystown Pike Unit B1, Frederick. Join Sheldon James Breath and learn how to implement proper breathing patterns and habits, understand the benefits of breathwork and witness the health & vitality that breathwork will bring to your life. You will walk away with practical tools to use in your everyday life to help manage stress, improve your overall energy levels, focus, attention, and much more! $18-$36. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop.

Middletown Green Lecture Series — 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Middletown Branch Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown. Since 2018, the Middletown Sustainability Committee “Green Team” has partnered with the Middletown Branch Library, hosting a variety of lectures on many important “green” topics. 301-600-7560. ebomgardner@frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.

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Myersville Farmers Market — 9 a.m. to

noon at Municipal parking lot, 301 Main St., Myersville. Saturdays through Oct. 26. myersvillefarmersmarket.com.

Living History Program — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Members of the Blue and Gray Hospital Association will describe the medical history of America’s bloodiest conflict. Dressed as members of the United States medical department and armed with period medical equipment, the unit brings a unique perspective to understanding the conflict. Free. 301-695-1864. tracey.mcintire@civilwarmed.org. civilwarmed.org.

Green Talk — 1 p.m. at Middletown Branch Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown. With Kylie Baker, program director of Stream Link Education, will discuss planting trees, riparian zones, flood & erosion prevention, as well as demonstrate correct tree cuttings for re-planting. Also, there will be a special presentation about a very special tree in Town.

All Aboard Rails & Tales: Featured Exhibit — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Taneytown History Museum, 340 E. Baltimore St., Taneytown. The railroad came to Taneytown in 1872. This exhibition shares information about the local railroad, stories and artifacts. Scavenger hunt with prizes included. 301-639-8620. ehoover44@verizon.net. taeytownhh.org.

Tour the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum — 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Schifferstadt Architectural Museum, 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. Tour Frederick’s oldest surviving building with a knowledgeable guide. Now 266 years old, it was the home of Elias and Albertina Brunner, German immigrants who were part of the great migration centuries ago of refugees from oppressed and war ravaged Europe. The home contains the only surviving example of the German five-plate stove that provided clean, safe, energy-efficient home heating. $8. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.

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stores nationwide, Frederick’s Curious Iguana, for some hide-and-seek fun designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses. The hunt runs July 1 to 27. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/ find-waldo-local-3.

Signing Stories for Babies — ASL Immersive Storytime for Deaf, Hard of Hearing and CODA — 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. ASL storyteller brings deaf, hard of hearing and CODA babies and their families stories, interactive bonding moments and more in this ASL immersive storytime. A playgroup is featured afterward for families to connect. 301-600-7000. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

Fredbricks — noon to 2 p.m. at FAC Studios Classroom, 7 N. Market St., Frederick. Third Saturday of the month through September. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and innovation as we showcase the latest in Lego brick-building technology. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or just starting out, there’s something for everyone at Fredbricks. Connect with fellow brick enthusiasts and unleash your inner architect! $15 adults, $10 kids. 301-662-4190. emma@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

Rural History Day — noon to 3 p.m. at Rural Heritage Museum, 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro. Watch how bread was baked in the 18th century, butter made, learn about the Glass family and their log home built in

the 1700s. See website for schedule. Noon until 3 p.m.: Relax under the tree canopy shading our homestead and watch how bread was baked in an outdoor oven in the 18th century, how butter was made in a redware churn, and make Christmas ornaments using early butter molds as templates. Sip fresh squeezed lemonade as you taste test the crusty baked bread! From 1-2 p.m., in our Early Living museum (which is air conditioned) join keynote speaker Roger Fairbourn as he rewinds history and recounts his preservation efforts for the Glass Family log home built in the 1700s. A short tour of the log home follows. Non-members $5, free to members of the museum. Cash at door or reserve online. $5. 2404201714. info.ruralheritagemuseum@gmail.com. ruralheritagemuseum.org.

One Up Games on the Go! Gaming at the Library — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Do you have great gaming skills? Show them off and learn some new ones as One Up Games!, a Massachusetts eSport and gaming venue, rolls into Frederick County on their East Coast Tour with tech to help you explore virtual worlds using the Oculus Quest, or play the latest titles on Xbox Series S, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. For teens and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

Mt. Tabor Church Park Festival — 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mt. Tabor Church Park, 13616 Motters Station Road, Rocky Ridge. A festival at the park, “Home of the Big Slide.”

Enjoy home-cooked food, music by Honky Tonk Twins (5 to 8 p.m.). Join in Christian fellowship. Yard sale also on July 19 and 20 starting at 8 a.m. 301-606-2150. kacky6@aol.com.

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BRS Library Annual Ice Cream Social & Book Sale — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, Pa. This popular event features more than 4,000 books for sale (adults, teens, kids)! The Whistle 5K Fun Run starts things off at 8 a.m. No fees or awards. Register at 7:30 a.m. Book sale begins at 9 a.m. The Wayne Band performs at 9 a.m, singer/songwriter Mark DeRose entertains all ages at 10:30 a.m. Harvey Bridgers Award is presented at noon. Rich Fehle provides music throughout the event. Ice cream from Sarah’s Creamery (Penn State). Food, kids’ activities, more. 717-352-4688. jameka@md.net.

Summer Reggae Festival — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy. Featuring music, food and arts from across the region. Full day of live entertainment each day. $35-$99. 301-831-5889. info@linganorewines.com.

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Exhibition Opening: “Over 70 Show” — 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. View exhibitions and meet the artists! These exhibitions are opening on July 20 and can be viewed starting at 9 a.m. Beat the crowds and visit us earlier in the day! JUL 20-SEP 1”Over 70 Show”Works in a variety of mediaA signature of the Delaplaine’s Creative Aging Month, this annual exhibition celebrates artists over age 70 and showcases a wide range of styles, techniques, and interests. 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org/programs.

MUSIC

Hip Hop & Shop Market — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick . Shop a unique selection of #blackowned vendors and having fun! Special guests, Stitch Early and the POPULATN will be performing along with other musical guests and DJ Genius. info@mysoulstreet.com. mysoulstreet.com/events/night-mkt.

Los Hijo ‘e Plena — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. The high-energy, percussion-driven sounds of Puerto Rico are alive and well in Maryland thanks to Los Hijo ‘e Plena, the performance ensemble of Cultura Plenera, a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading awareness of these distinctive musical traditions.

$10. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

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WOB@wayoffbroadway.com. wayoffbroadway.com.

Thurmont Main Street Farmers Market

— 9 a.m. to noon at Thurmont Community Park, 21 Frederick Road, Thurmont. Every Saturday through Sept. 28. Home-made, home-grown. One of the largest farmers markets in Frederick County. 240-626-9980. vgrinder@thurmontstaff.com. thurmontmainstreet.com.

Sunday July 21

CLASSES

Bocce for Beginners — 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join Erik Perkins of the Frederick Bocce Club for for a lesson and game of bocce. This program is geared toward beginners, but all bocce enthusiasts are welcome! In case of inclement weather, there will be a rain date of July 28. Ages 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

Mixology: The Basics of Cocktail Tools, Ingredients and Recipe Development

— 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Tenth Ward Distilling Co., 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Learn from Tenth Ward Distilling Company’s mixology experts and become a cocktail aficionado from home. By the end of this interactive two-hour course, participants will be able to use and identify standard mixology tools such as shakers, strainers, jiggers, and more; know the building blocks of a standard cocktail; understand how cocktail ingredients, such as simple syrups and garnishes are prepared; and identify a number of classic cocktails. 21 and older. Pre-registration required.

$34. 301-624-2727. mkrzywicki@frederick.edu.

ETCETERA

Frederick Comic Con — 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Clarion Inn Event Center, 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick. Super selection of comic books from gold, silver, bronze to modern age, plus non-sports cards (including Pokemon packs and singles), superheroes and toys, plushies, gaming supplies, sci-fi toys, anime, video games, original art, hobby supplies, plus an Artists Alley. Cosplay welcome. Free parking. In-person, cash admission only. $10, free for age 12 and under. 301-3184464. pnshoff@aol.com. shoffpromotions.com.

Telebillies — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cactus Flats, 10026 Hansonville Road, Frederick. Country music.

Mount Olivet Cemetery History and Mystery Tour — 7:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 515 S. Market St., Frederick. Discover Frederick’s Past as we navigate through the labyrinth of graves, crypts and monuments. One of Maryland’s largest and most beautiful cemeteries. Final resting place of Francis Scott Key; Maryland’s first governor, Thomas Johnson; and Civil War heroine Barbara Fritchie. Learn about the cemetery’s origin, tombstone design, grave robbing, mass graves; stops at other distinctive burial plots including the Key Memorial Chapel. Reservations required. $16 for adults. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.

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encourage residents to patronize their local businesses. The hunt runs July 1 to 27. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/ find-waldo-local-3.

Weekly Carillon Recitals in Baker Park — 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Joseph D. Baker Tower and Carillon, Dulaney Ave. and Second St., Frederick. Featuring City Carillonneur John Widmann playing the carillon of 49 bells from a mechanical keyboard with fists and feet.

301-788-2806. jwidmann@yahoo.com.

Civil War Style Church Service — 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Historic Rocky Springs Chapel, 7817 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick. Join Historic Rocky Springs Chapel, Inc. (HRSC) for a nondenominational church service conducted by Chaplain Edward “Scott” Sturdivant of Longstreet’s Corps (a nonprofit Civil War living history organization) and a member of the nonprofit organization Re-enactor’s Missions for Jesus Christ (RMJC Inc.), who will preach wearing Civil War-period attire and lead worshipers in singing hymns that were popular during the American Civil War. A short living history program will follow the service. 321-610-7246. debbymoone@gmail.com. historicrockyspringschapelandschool house.org.

Author Talk: “50 Hikes with Kids” by Alison Humphreys — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont. A hands-on and active author talk for families. Alison Humphreys will share her new book, “50 Hikes with Kids: Virginia and Maryland,” followed by activities and a book signing. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com.

FESTIVALS

Summer Reggae Festival — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy. Featuring music, food and arts from across the region. $35-$99. 301-831-5889. info@linganorewines.com.

Community Block Party — 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Jackson Chapel United Methodist Church, 5609 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick. Food, fun and fellowship!! School supplies will be distributed. A visit from “The Christ Cream Truck.” 301-694-7315. jacksonchapel@comcast.net. jacksonchapelumc.org.

HEALTH

Full Moon Forest Bathing with Monica Wenzel — 7:30 p.m. to 9 a.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Association of Nature and Forest Therapy trained guide Monica Wenzel will walk you through sensory invitations to help you slow down, awaken your senses, and reconnect with nature. Please bring a lawn chair or yoga mat and wear sturdy boots. The gate entrance is on the right. $35. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

MUSIC

Sunday Brunch Concert Series — 11

to 1 p.m. at Shab Row Stage, 100 N. East St., Frederick. Local and regional acoustic musicians perform on Sundays through Sept. 15. Enjoy music surrounded by beautiful flower gardens while enjoying food and drinks from the Frederick Coffee Co. & Cafe. Tips for musicians graciously accepted. 301-639-1050. todd@toddcwalker.com. Summer Concert Series: DuPont Braas — 7 p.m. at the Baker Park Band Shell, North Bentz and Second streets, Frederick. HipHop/R&B. 301-600-2841. celebratefrederick.com.

THEATER

“Tootsie” the Comedy Musical — 12:30 p.m. at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. “Tootsie” is the hilarious award-winning musical based on one of the funniest comedic films of all time, in which Michael Dorsey is a skilled actor with a talent for not keeping a job. Desperate and out-of-work, he makes a last-ditch effort at making his dreams come true ... by disguising himself as actress Dorothy Michaels. In a meteoric rise to Broadway stardom, Dorothy soon has audiences falling at her feet while Michael (disguised as Dorothy) is falling for his co-star. Ticket prices vary. The show runs through Aug. 24 with performances every Friday and Saturday evening and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month. 301-662-6600. WOB@wayoffbroadway.com. wayoffbroadway.com.

Amazing Theatre 10-Minute Plays — 2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. at Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. The festival’s theme is Blessings, and playwrights from around the world have submitted plays that express “blessings” as serious, insightful, loving, and humorous. Performances are Friday at 8 p.m., and Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m.

$23, $21 ages 15 to 21, $16 ages 14 and under. 301-258-6394. artsbarn@gaithersburgmd.gov. gaithersburgmd.gov.

Monday July 22

CLASSES

Kid’s Week: Wilderness & Foraging Series with Jason Drevenak — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Join nationally recognized bushcraft, primitive skills, and wilderness survival instructor Jason Drevenak and the Fox Haven staff for the summer adventure of a lifetime! Throughout the week, kids will learn about

the Fundamental 5: shelter, fire craft, water & food, navigation & rescue signaling. Ages 6 to 12.

$350. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

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.

Meditative Dance Movement — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Transformative Arts Project. $10 donation. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

ETCETERA

Harry Potter: The Care and Feeding of Magical Creatures — 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Carroll County Public Library, North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead. For ages 11-17. Do you love the magical world of Harry Potter? Join us to make a Bowtruckle, a Cornish Pixie, and a bottle charm. Visit site to register for this event.

410-386-4480. ask@carr.org. ccpl.librarymarket.com.

Mondays in Mount Airy — 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at in the Railyard, 3 N. Main St. , Mount Airy. A weekly food truck event designed to support locally owned and operated food trucks as well as the businesses along Downtown Main Street.Running every Monday through Sept. 30. A variety of menu options with different food trucks participating every week. No event on July 29 (MAVFC carnival week) and Labor Day (Sept. 2). The event is organized by Sheri Cates State Farm Agent, Blossom and Basket Boutique, Jessica’s Snowballs and the

Town of Mount Airy.

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Jefferson Ruritan Carnival — 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jefferson Ruritan Club, 4603 Lander Road, Jefferson. The annual Jefferson Ruritan Carnival will be held from July 22 to 27. Saturday night food platters include fried chicken and fried shrimp, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20/adults, $10/child (6-12), free for 5 and under. Park Avenue Band will perform at 7 p.m. Monday. 301-6623643. rdhigdon@comcast.net. jeffersonruritan.org.

Tuesday July 23 ETCETERA

Outback Rock VBS — 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Faith Baptist Church, 2212 Jefferson Pike, Knoxville. On this Aussie adventure, kids explore God’s monumental love and discover what it means to have an unshakable faith.

901-830-6173. fbckids@faithbaptistknoxvillemd.com. vbspro.events/p/be6556.

Author Dylan Roche: “The Tide and the Stars” — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Join us at C. Burr Artz Library as we welcome Dylan Roche to Frederick to celebrate the release of his epic fantasy adventure, “The Tide and the Stars.” Roche will discuss his novel with Kerry McHugh, answer questions and sign books. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com.

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Find Waldo Local — 10 a.m. at Curious Iguana, 12 N. Market St., Frederick. Where’s Waldo? In downtown Frederick, of course! Celebrating its 12th anniversary in July, Find Waldo Local has become a beloved summertime event in communities nationwide. This year, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, Frederick’s Curious Iguana, for some hide-and-seek fu. The hunt runs July 1 to 27. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/ event/find-waldo-local-3.

FILM

Bijou Film Screening — 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick. Second, third and fourth Tuesdays of the month. A streamlined curation of films presented by Falling Squares. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

Wednesday July 24 CLASSES

$75. giverisestudio@gmail.com. movingwellwithsue.com/ challenge-page/julystrength.

Gentle Yoga for All! — 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Common Market, 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.

ETCETERA

Sensory Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: BINGO — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Come play bingo with us for an hour of fun! 18 and older. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

fbckids@faithbaptistknoxvillemd.com.

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This year, Candlewick Press and the American Booksellers Association are teaming up with 310 independent bookstores nationwide, Frederick’s Curious Iguana, for some hide-and-seek fun designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses.

The hunt runs July 1 to 27. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/ find-waldo-local-3.

Jefferson Ruritan Carnival — 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jefferson Ruritan Club, 4603B Lander Road, Jefferson. The annual Jefferson Ruritan Carnival will be held from July 22 to 27. Saturday night food platters include fried chicken and fried shrimp, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20/adults, $10/child (6-12), free for 5 and under. Bobby D & Truck Stop Burritos Band will perform at 7 p.m. Monday. 301-662-3643. rdhigdon@comcast.net. jeffersonruritan.org.

Outdoor Musical Storytime: Superheroes! — 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. It’s a Bird. It’s a Plane ... It’s Superhero Storytime! Join us for stories and songs about our superhero friends. Geared for ages up to 5 with a caregiver. 301-600-7000. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

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Summer Classic Movies: “Die Hard” (1988) — 7:30 p.m. at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa. Classic movies on the big screen. $8. 717-337-8200. gettysburgmajestic.org.

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delaplaine.org/exhibitions/.

HEALTH

Dinner with the Doc: Bulletproof Your Immune System — 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at The Common Market, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Unit B1, Frederick. Get ready to elevate your health and vitality with cutting-edge strategies and expert advice from Dr. Mimi Galanis. We’ll delve into proven methods to naturally fortify your body’s defenses, empowering you to thrive in today’s world. From nutrition insights to stress-busting techniques. Pre-registration required. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop.

Thursday July 25

CLASSES

Senior Cafe: The Place to Come for Coffee, Conversation, Friendship and Fun Events! — 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Join us for a Chair Yoga class with Trisha Houston. Wear comfortable clothes. We provide the chair and have extra mats! 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.

ETCETERA

“American Tattoo: from Outlaw to Mainstream” with Gerry LaFemina — 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. This talk will look at the evolution of tattoos and tattoo art in the second half of the 20th century. LaFemina is a professor of English at Frostburg State University, a mentor in the MFA program at Carlow University, and a Fulbright Specialist in writing, literature, and American culture. Register in advance. 18 and older. $10-$12. 301-739-5727. cschelle@wcmfa.org. wcmfa.org/concerts-lectures-2.

Who Keeps Moving the Gravestones? — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Family History Lecture presented by Kirk Horstman. True tales about a mysterious abandoned cemetery in Buckeystown. See contact information to receive Zoom link. 18 and older. 240-818-1938. wrsparks54@hotmail.com.

FAMILY

Jefferson Ruritan Carnival — 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jefferson Ruritan Club, 4603B Lander Road, Jefferson. The annual Jefferson Ruritan Carnival will be held from July 22 to 27. Saturday night food platters include fried chicken and fried shrimp, 5 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20/adults, $10/child (612), free for 5 and under. Jumptown Band will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday. 301-662-3643. rdhigdon@comcast.net. jeffersonruritan.org.

MUSIC

Alive@Five Happy Hour Concert Series: Oversoon — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Groovy pop. Craft beverages and food available by local breweries, distilleries and food trucks. 21 and older, with ID. Concert series continues through Oct. 3. $6 per person. 301-698-8118. downtownfrederick.org/aliveatfive.

Mike Kuster and The Catoctin Cowboys’ Honky Tonkin’ Good Time Show — 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Barn of Harpers Ferry, 1062 W Washington St., Harpers Ferry, W.Va. IMN Male Country Artist of 2023, Mike Kuster and his band, The Catoctin Cowboys, will bring their “Honky Tonkin’ Good Time Show” to Harpers Ferry. 301-662-3355. mike@mikekuster.net. barnofharpersferry.com.

Friday July 26

CLASSES

Goat Yoga at the Farm — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Goat for the Soul, 10209 Fountain School Road, Union Bridge. Join us at the farm for goats, yoga, and fun! All ages welcome!

$27. 240-405-2208. christy@gvalleye.com. goatforthesoul.com.

See What Sticks — 8 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. Artists are welcome to workshop emerging projects in the space and see what sticks. Stay after the performances for a brief discussion and debrief as participating artists continue to fine-tune their work. Artists can set up at 7

p.m. Performances start at 8 p.m. 301-662-4190. artcenter@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

ETCETERA

Mead & Read Trivia — 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery, 8546 Pete Wiles Road, Middletown. Gather a team of up to 6 people for a fun night of trivia. Questions will be inspired by the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. The winning team will receive two free flights of mead. Team registration opens at 5:30 p.m. Trivia will begin promptly at 6 p.m. A food truck, cheese platters, and snacks will be available, or feel free to bring your own food. 21 and older. 301-600-7560. frederick.librarycalendar.com.

FAMILY

Rooted in Play: Kid’s Nature Hour with Taiylor Kriss [Ages 2-5] — 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Let your little ones explore the wonders of nature through play, activities, and learning. This immersive experience offers children the opportunity to connect with nature, unleash their imaginations, and take the lead in their own learning adventure. Guided activities that promote holistic development, foster a sense of wonder, and encourage meaningful interactions with their surroundings. Suited for ages 2-5.Parents are welcome to actively participate in all activities $25. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.

info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/ find-waldo-local-3.

Catan Tournament — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dancing Bear Toys and Games, 15 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Registration is required (and free). Intended for ages 10-16, this event will begin at 11 a.m. (pop in at 10:30 if you need a Catan refresher) and end around 1 p.m. The winner of the tournament will win a Dancing Bear gift card.

301-631-9300. info@dbeartoys.com.

301-662-3643. rdhigdon@comcast.net. jeffersonruritan.org.

FILM

Bethesda’s Outdoor Movie Series — 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Norfolk and Auburn Avenues, Bethesda. Enjoy three nights of blockbuster hits at downtown Bethesda’s 20th annual outdoor movie series! July 26 “Men in Black,” Aug. 2 “Battle of the Sexes, “Aug. 10 “Sister Act.” Bring your own lawn chairs. 240-543-4962. equinn@bethesda.org. bethesda.org/bethesda/ bethesda-outdoor-movies.

Bethesda Outdoor Movies — Stars on the

Avenue — 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Woodmont Triangle, 8100 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda. Show times will begin at 9 p.m. at the corner of Norfolk and Auburn avenues. “Men in Black on July 26, “Battle of the Sexes” Aug. 2 and “Sister Act” Aug. 10. BYO lawn chairs. Restaurants, coffee shops available. 301-215-6660. sparker@bethesda.org. bethesda.org.

GALLERY

“The Lost Weekend - The Photography of May Pang” — 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Winkel Gallery, 1715 Aliceanna St., Baltimore. May Pang, John Lennon’s companion and lover during his “Lost Weekend” era, to showcase her candid photos of Lennon at a special three-day exhibition. The exhibit coincides with the recent digital release of the feature film documentary on Lennon and Pang, “The Lost Weekend: A Love Story.” 610-389-1807. scott@rockartshow.com. justinwinkel.com.

MUSIC

PERFORMER

Comedy Under the Stars — 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Join us for a night of standup comedy under the stars! Every 4th Friday of the month, through October. Beer/ wine available for 21+ with ID. May be PG-13+ content.

$10. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

THEATER

Saturday July 27

CLASSES

Pop-Up Yoga with Yogamour — 9 a.m. to 10 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. Bring a mat, Sky Stage is open-air. $17. 240-285-7812. support@yogamour.org. frederickartscouncil.org.

Botanical Ink Making with Andrea Sherrill Evans — noon to 2 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Explore the technical and creative processes of making artists’ inks from botanical materials. Delve into historical and contemporary methods of making inks with plants responsibly foraged from the local environment. Collaborate in this process of ink making to learn about different seasonal plants that provide good sources of color for ink making, as well as various techniques for working with these inks. $40. 240-4905484.

alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org/events/botanical-ink-making-with-andrea-sherrill-evans.

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