HARD SWIMMIN’ FISH WILL PLAY ITS FINAL SHOW IN FREDERICK
Hard Swimmin’ Fish will swim on, after playing Frederick for 22 years, when its lead vocalist, Demian Lewis, moves to Hawaii. They will play their final show here this weekend. That said, Lewis admits he’ll be back to the area once or twice a year — and maybe permanently again at some point — so perhaps we will get treated to some surprise shows by this beloved bluesy roots band in the future. In the meantime, come out and celebrate their long time with us with their show from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 31 at Rockwell Brewery Riverside.
PLAY MUSIC ON THE PORCH DAY IN NEW MARKET
New Market will take part in the international Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 31, when artists will, well, play music on porches from noon to 3 p.m. Musicians in 70-plus countries and more than 1,000 cities worldwide participate, and historic New Market’s Main Street can be found on the worldwide map at playmusicontheporchday.com. This is the second year New Market has participated, and visitors can hear 11 groups performing throughout town.
APPALACHIAN-THEMED BOOK PARTY
Writer Julie Castillo recently released her debut novel, “The Long Man’s Pillow,” and will celebrate with a book launch party on Aug. 31 in Frederick with a trivia contest, author reading, a screening of the book trailer, a door prize and Appalachian-inspired snacks — possibly including moonshine. If interested in attending, RSVP by emailing the author at jmwriterslife@aol.com.
“DWELLINGS” GROUP SHOW
Home can mean many things to many people. In this juried group show at the Frederick Arts Council’s Al and Helen Hurwitz Gallery in downtown Frederick, several artists offer their interpretations and reflections upon that theme. An opening reception is planned for 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 31, and the show will remain on view through Oct. 22.
LIVE MUSIC ON FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE ORDINARY HEN
The Ordinary Hen in downtown Frederick will play host to musical guests each Friday on the patio, running from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Stop by to check out John Lawton & Eric Delente Duo on Aug. 30, Ethan Larsh Music on Sept. 13, Wayne Driscoll Music on Sept. 20 and other guests to be announced.
THE NEWS-POST WILL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AGAIN
The former News-Post building at 200 E. Patrick St. in downtown Frederick was always bustling with visitors, many of whom dropped in for various reasons. When we relocated to Ballenger Center Drive, that public traffic slowed down some, but we kept our doors open with regular business hours, so people who preferred to stop by in person would be greeted by someone at the front desk. During the pandemic, we stopped this aspect of the business, and our building remained open only to employees and by appointment. We are excited to announce we will be opening to the public again beginning on the Tuesday after Labor Day. Hours will be 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Capital Crave offers a wide selection, affordable prices
Chris Mattia said if someone’s a customer at the Capital Crave, he probably knows them as more than just a passing acquaintance.
Mattia, owner of Capital Crave next to the old VFW building on Old National Pike in Frederick, has been in the restaurant business for more than 20 years.
He started out running a pizza business on Hillcrest Drive in 1999 and moved into a space at the VFW building about 13 years ago and started Capital Crave. He wanted his business to be known for more than just its pizzas.
Even though the clientele has changed over the past several years, shifting from a delivery model to a dine-in establishment, Mattia said he’s always been able to connect with his customers. He learns about their lives and watches them grow up and bring other people in.
“If I’m out shopping or something and you’re one of my customers, I generally know you, so that hasn’t changed,” Mattia said. “My staff jokes with me that I talk entirely too much, and I tell my customers, ‘You can come out to each to talk with me.’ ... In that regard, I love it.”
Capital Crave’s menu features plenty of options, including salads, calzones, pizzas, wings, burgers and subs. Mattia emphasized that the restaurant isn’t the place to go to if someone’s looking for a gourmet meal.
“I consider myself a working-class individual, and I want everything to be good but as affordable as possible to people like me,” he said.
— Gabrielle Lewis
Capital Crave on Aug. 5.
The garden salad at Capital Crave.
CAPITAL CRAVE
5901 Old National Pike, Frederick
301-631-9400
food96.com/place/capital-crave
Facebook: facebook.com/thecapitalcrave
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Price: Appetizers range from $3 to $12, and entrees range from $4 to $29
Chris Mattia recommends: The garden salad for a refreshing meal. The dish is made up of fresh produce, like romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrots and green peppers, that come from the gardens of Mattia and Capital Crave’s head chef.
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Hard Swimmin’ Fish will play its final show in Frederick after 22 years of being part of the local music scene
BY COLIN MCGUIRE Special to The News-Post
“Hey Demian, how are you?” I said recently when hopping on the phone with Hard Swimmin’ Fish’s lead singer Demian Lewis. “I’m doing all right, Colin,” he responded. “How about you?”
“Well not as good as you,” I said, his laughter echoing into my ear. “I’m not moving to Hawaii.”
It’s true. After more than two decades in the Frederick music scene, Lewis is moving to paradise and his band is hanging it up (for now, at least).
In commemoration of their time in the thick of the local music scene, Hard Swimmin’ Fish will take the Rockwell Brewery stage on Aug. 31 as a sort of going away party/celebration of spending all those years in the metaphorical water.
We caught up recently to talk about how the scene has changed, how making the move will be bittersweet, the very real chance of him returning to the area for good sometime down the road, and the future for him as a musician.
“We did First Saturdays for almost 20 years,” he noted while reflecting on some of his favorite memories, “and we met a ton of people. That was a big part of our reputation. We also played the first Alive At Five after the COVID shutdown. That was an enormous crowd, a great vibe and a huge honor.
“I’m going to miss this place.”
Take me through this. Was moving to Hawaii always something you wanted to do?
Um, no [laughs]. I mean, I was always kind of fascinated with Hawaii because my mom had been stationed there. She was in the domestic peace corps called Vista in the ‘60s. So we got a lot of stories about Hawaii. But I didn’t get a chance to go until, I think, 2021, when everyone could actually travel again. We got there and were like, “Yeah, this is everything everyone said it was. This is paradise.” Then, just on a whim, watching TV one night, I started looking: What are housing prices in Hawaii? I was like, oh, there are actual real houses that a normal person could live in that are not ridiculously expensive. So we started thinking about it more seriously, and I started talking to a real estate agent. From there, somehow, it happened. Do you plan on continuing
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Hard Swimmin’ Fish will swim on, after playing Frederick for 22 years, when its lead vocalist, Demian Lewis, moves to Hawaii. They will play their last show this weekend at Rockwell Brewery.
IF YOU GO
Hard Swimmin’ Fish Farewell Concert
When: 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 31
Where: Rockwell Brewery Riverside, 8411
Broadband Drive #k, Frederick
Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the door
Info: hardswimminfish.com
playing music out there? It would just be you, unless you have a secret band, right?
I don’t have a secret band, but I have a couple of contacts, so I’m hoping to build on that. I plan on finding out what the scene is like and hopefully people will be as receptive to the blues out there as they are most
other places.
Most other places for you have been in this area. What’s the response been around here since word got out that you were leaving?
[Laughs]. I can’t say it’s been positive. No, no, it’s been supportive, but even for me, this is a very bittersweet thing. You know that we’ve been at this for a long time and have developed a really loyal and devoted fan base, which is unbelievably gratifying. When I started talking this over with the band and counting out the things that would make it difficult to go ahead and say yes to doing this crazy thing, Waverly turned to me and was like, “If you let this band keep you from moving to Hawaii, then you’re crazy.” I was like, “OK. Well, OK.” It
seems he no longer feels exactly that way [laughs].
Do you know if they’re going to try to continue on in any form?
No, Hard Swimmin’ Fish won’t really be continuing. I’m going to say that with the caveat that I will be coming back regularly. My family is all in this area, so once or twice a year, I’ll be back, and we’re going to try and make the most of those opportunities to play a gig or two. I also think eventually, I’ll be back. I think we’re looking at this as a grand adventure, my wife and I. After thinking about it, I didn’t want to look back and say that I never took the chance of going someplace else and doing something else, living a different life in a different place.
(See LEWIS 7)
Sad songs to help weather grief
In honor of National Grief Awareness Day on Aug. 30, I listened to some of the saddest songs ever written and recorded, trying to pick out the saddest ones of all.
I’ve experienced my own share of grief, like most people my age: parents dying, siblings dying, losing jobs and losing love. But as a volunteer counselor at Camp Jamie — Hospice of Frederick County’s grief camp for children — I’ve also been privy to the heartbreaking grief of kids who’ve lost parents. Nothing compares to that. At camp, it always surprises me how effective music therapy is with grieving children. There’s just something about sad music that makes you realize you are not alone in your feelings — that others have experienced what you’re
So if you’re experiencing some form of grief right now or just need a good cry, I present to you my top 10 saddest rock songs. Most deal with lost love, but there are some
My No. 1 sad song not only features being jilted at the altar but also a father dying and a mother dying of grief because her husband died only man she ever loved”). Suicide is contemplated along with the existence of God. All in about 3
1. “ALONE AGAIN (NATURALLY)”
Gilbert O’Sullivan, 1971
This obscure Irish singer somehow penned the saddest No. 1 song I’ve ever heard. Amazingly, he never experienced any of the misfortunes he wrote so evocatively about.
“Left standing in the lurch at a church were people saying, ‘My God, that’s tough. She stood him up. No point in us remaining.’”
2. “MY HEART WILL GO ON”
This Oscar-winner for best original song for “Titanic” mourns love lost in the most tragic of circumstances.
Who can forget the mournful flute arrangement as Rose recalls Jack slipping away into the icy depths?
“Every night in my dreams, I see you, I feel you. That is how I know you go on.”
3. “TEARS IN HEAVEN”
Eric Clapton, 1992
Clapton’s heartfelt ballad stems from unimaginable pain: mourning his 4-yearold son’s death from a fall from a 53-story building in 1991.
“Would you hold my hand, if I saw you in heaven? Would you help me stand, if I saw you in heaven?”
4. “LANDSLIDE”
Fleetwood Mac, 1975
Written and performed by Stevie Nicks, the song contemplates the regret that comes with getting older and things beginning to slip away.
“But time makes you bolder, even children get older, and I’m gettin’ older, too. I’m gettin’ older, too.”
5. “TRACES OF LOVE”
Classics IV, 1969
This ingenious songwriting mechanism uses souvenirs of a failed love affair to recall the pain.
“Faded photograph, covered now with lines and creases. Tickets torn in half, memories in bits and pieces. Traces of love long ago that didn’t work out right.”
6. “AT SEVENTEEN”
Janis Ian, 1975
This Grammy-winner for best pop female performance brutally depicts a teenage girl’s angst at not fitting in but desperately wanting to.
“To those of us who knew the pain of valentines that never came, and those whose names were never called when choosing sides for basketball.”
7. “CAT’S IN THE CRADLE”
Harry Chapin, 1974
Chapin’s only No. 1 song recounts the sad story of a dad who has no time for his young son growing up, but then the grown-up son turns the tables on his now-elderly dad.
“My son turned 10 just the other day. He said, ‘Thanks for the ball, Dad — come on, let’s play. Can you teach me to throw?’ I said, ‘Not today. I got a lot to do.’ He said, ‘That’s OK.’”
8. “BY THE TIME I GET TO PHOENIX”
Glen Campbell, 1967
This Jimmy Webb-penned classic
explores the difficulty in leaving a failed romance when the other person still loves you.
“By the time I make Oklahoma, she’ll be sleepin’. She’ll turn softly and call my name out low, and she’ll cry just to think I’d really leave her, though time and time I’ve tried to tell her so.”
9. “DUST IN THE WIND” Kansas, 1977
This song, featuring a mournful violin arrangement, regrets the fact that human life, with all of its hopes and dreams, is ultimately meaningless in the grand scheme of things.
“I close my eyes, only for a moment, and the moment’s gone. All my dreams pass before my eyes — a curiosity, dust in the wind. All they are is dust in the wind.”
10. “OPERATOR (THAT’S NOT THE WAY IT FEELS)”
Jim Croce, 1972
This tuneful ballad from the star-crossed, blue-collar rocker uses a fleeting friendship with a compassionate telephone operator to finally accept losing his love.
“Operator, could you help me place this call? ‘Cause I can’t read the number that you just gave me. There’s something in my eyes. You know it happens every time I think about the love I thought would save me.”
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Adele’s “Someone Like You,” The Beatles’ “Yesterday,” The Beatles’ “She’s Leaving Home,” Bee Gees’ “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart,” Eric Carmen’s “All By Myself,” The Carpenters’ “Rainy Days and Mondays,” Johnny Cash’s “Hurt,” Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car,” John Denver’s “(Sometimes I Feel) Like a Sad Song,” Elton John’s “Empty Garden,” George Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” Gladys Knight and the Pips’ “Neither One of Us,” Bobby Goldsboro’s “Honey,” Sinead O’Connor’s “Nothing Compares 2 U,” Roy Orbison’s “Crying,” REM’s “Everybody Hurts,” Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars” and Hank Williams’ “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry.”
Gary Bennett is a longtime Frederick resident who spends his time hiking, biking, volunteering and providing childcare for grandchildren. He is married and retired from his career as a nonprofit marketing executive.
GARY BENNETT
(Continued from 5)
Because I have been living in the D.C. metropolitan area since I was 4 years old. I think eventually I’ll be back on a more permanent basis, but it’ll be five or 10 years of paradise.
Whoa, wait. If you go to paradise, why would you ever want to leave paradise?
People [laughs].
Yeah, but there are people out there, in paradise, too. You could find other people.
I am very attached to my family, and I would include the guys in the band in that. Randy and Jason, I’ve known my entire life.
Has this whole thing caused you to be a bit nostalgic? Are you guys looking back on a lot of memories as a band?
Oh, yeah.
What are some of your favorites?
It’s crazy to look back on the phases that we’ve gone through. We started out as a power trio, and then we were an acoustic act and then we sort of settled into what we are now. In that time, we had a variety of home bases — Cafe Nola or even earlier than that at Frederick Coffee Co. or JoJo’s. We sort of watched these places grow and develop and go through almost a life cycle.
Also, we’ve seen people get married and have kids and watch those kids grow up. It’s been 22 years, and that’s a long time. There were some notable episodes, though. We had Marion Barry sit in with us in Takoma Park one time, which was pretty crazy for someone who grew up basically in D.C. We got to play a couple of festivals at a clothing-optional resort. That was interesting.
I think I remember you telling me about that one time. And you guys, if I remember, did not choose to not have clothing on.
Not only did we choose to keep our clothing on, but we went with our normal garb the first time. So, in a sea of naked people, there were four guys in ties and hats — but not just ties and hats!
It’s a lot of years you guys put in. I know it’s paradise, but it’s got to be tough, doing this.
It is tough, and I’m sure you can hear the reticence in my voice. But as the date gets closer, I am getting more excited about it and also more nostalgic about what we accomplished and all the good times we had.
Tell me about the show. If you feel this way now, talking to me on a weekday morning, you’re probably going to feel it times a million at the show, right?
Jason, our drummer, was saying, “I don’t know how we’re going to actually end that show, how we’re going to play
the last notes of the last song. That’s going to be very difficult.”
We knew for sure that we wanted our last show to be in Frederick. That’s been home, and Rockwell seemed like a great place to host it. They have the size, and they’ve developed a really good scene over there for music. It worked out great.
We put out the word and people have responded. I think we’re going to have a full house.
We planned it to be a four-hour gig. We’re going to have all our friends — guys like Flatfoot Sam and Mike Wescott, and the people who have come in and subbed ... wait have you been seeing what’s going on with Randy [Ball]?
What’s he been up to?
Well, he’s been pretty busy [laughs]. He’s really taken off as an upright player, so he’s been touring quite a bit with a band out of Nashville called The HiJivers. Then he’s recording out in Detroit and down in Georgia. He’s really taken off, and Jason also has multiple projects — so we’ve had people come in and sub to keep this thing going, and those people will all be part of this show, too. It’s a celebration.
It is ticketed, so you’re going to cap it, right? It might be hard to just walk up and get in, right?
Yes, that is true. So get your tickets now [laughs].
Going away, does it feel like you’re leaving the Frederick music scene in a different place than where it was when you found it?
Oh, wow. It’s definitely a different place. I don’t want to sound like a cranky old guy, and there’s definitely great
players out there, but when we first started, the Bentz Street Raw Bar was still open. There was a time when Bentz Street was basically the place for music in Frederick. It was a more sort of blues and roots-rooted scene. Frederick, itself, has changed. It’s revitalized. I always tell people that Frederick is the model of what small cities are trying to do. It’s maintained the charm but has added a sort of hipness and a sensibility, and it has made itself into a center where people can walk around and experience different music and food and all that. So I’d say it’s a younger, hipper kind of scene than it was when I first got here — not to sound too square — but there’s still plenty of room for traditional music. And there’s still a lot of great people making great music.
This interview has been edited for space and clarity.
Colin McGuire has been in and out of bands for more than 20 years and also helps produce concerts in and around Frederick. His work has appeared in Alternative Press magazine, PopMatters and 72 Hours, among other outlets. He is convinced that the difference between being in a band and being in a romantic relationship is less than minimal. Contact him at mcguire. colin@gmail.com.
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Hard Swimmin’ Fish will swim on, after playing Frederick for 22 years, when its lead vocalist, Demian Lewis, moves to Hawaii. They will play their last show this weekend at Rockwell Brewery.
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Hard Swimmin’ Fish lead vocalist Demian Lewis.
THE FREDERICK MOM
The Frederick Mom’s recommendations for the weekend of Aug. 30
Activities to do with the kids this weekend, courtesy of The Frederick Mom.
Minions Picnic at the Frederick Keys
7 p.m. Aug. 30 and 6 p.m. Aug. 31
Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick
$20
The Frederick Keys are hosting the Minions! Meet the lovable characters this Saturday and Sunday while cheering on Frederick’s minor league baseball team. Contact the Frederick Keys at 301-815-9900 to register kids up for a fun Minions experience that includes a meet and greet in the courtyard, a reserved seating ticket, and hot dog, chips and a drink. There will be two Minion meet and greets; one at 7 p.m. Friday and another at 6 p.m. Saturday, both at Nymeo Field at Harry
Grove Stadium. Enjoy the Kids Zone at the stadium and fireworks.
Pick Your Own Sunflowers Fundraiser at Rocky Point Creamery
11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 30, 31, and Sept. 1
Rocky Point Creamery, 4323A Tuscarora Road, Tuscarora
$1 per bloom
Rocky Point Creamery plants sunflowers each year on their beautiful 2-acre field for the public to come pick their own blooms. It’s a great activity to do while stopping there for a sweet homemade treat. The creamery has 120 incredible flavors of homemade ice cream. They also sell milk, brown eggs, cheese and beef. Stop by this weekend to cut your own sunflowers before the seasons ends. Cut blooms are $1 each, and 100% of the
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proceeds are donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Scissors to cut stems are available onsite, and donations can be made at the entrance to the field or at the register. Rocky Point Creamery has a convenient drive-thru window to pick up your ice cream and go, but it’s a great stop to stay with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and a tractor playground for the kids. The creamery hours are 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. •••
Scenic Excursion on the Walkersville Southern Railroad
11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1
Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville $18/adult, $17/senior, $16/child (ages 2-12), children under age 2 are free if riding on a lap
Board a vintage 1920s train with your family for a 70-minute scenic ride across the beautiful Monocacy Riv-
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Cut your own sunflowers at Rocky Point Creamery.
er, overlooking the Catoctin Mountains west of Frederick and through beautiful Maryland countryside. Travel over railroad tracks that the Pennsylvania Railroad built in 1872, where you’ll find adventure, history and thrill aboard the Walkersville Southern Train. Ride coach, or for an additional cost ride on a first-class parlor car with access to A/C and on-board bathrooms. Before or after your train excursion, be sure to check out the Walkersville Southern Railroad Museum next door to discover Maryland’s railroad heritage. The museum has awesome family programs, educational ex-
hibitions, real trains and scale model trains, plus a Children’s Corner with a hands-on activities, books and games. The museum is open Saturdays only from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The museum is free to visit, but consider making a donation.
Tiffany Mahaney is at least a fifthgeneration native to Frederick County, and she now proudly raises her own family here. She is the owner of The Frederick Mom on Instagram, where she features family-friendly places, events and businesses in and around Frederick. Follow her @thefrederickmom.
Fireworks at Nymeo Field.
Cut your own sunflowers at Rocky Point Creamery.
Freddie Mercury was born to Indian parents in Stone Town, Zanzibar in Tanzania in 1946. Subsequently, he and his family fled to England in 1964 to escape ethnic violence against Arabs and Indians. Although I have listened to many of Queen’s songs and love the frontman’s singing voice, I had no prior knowledge of this information before arriving in Stone Town myself. Just a block or so from my hotel, a studded wooden door caught my eye, complete with a sign indicating that it was indeed Freddie Mercury’s childhood home, now converted into a museum.
Stone Town, nestled on Zanzibar Island, has long been a fishing town known for its blend of cultures, seafood, unique architecture and a ubiquitous phrase as beloved as “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica: “Hakuna Matata.” For some reason, I seemed to have no issue picking up the Swahili expression. It’s almost as if I may have heard it somewhere before.
The white sand beaches are adorned with fishing boats and wooden canoes resting under the shade of palm trees. Each morning, I sipped coffee and enjoyed an omelet with a tiny banana or other fruit on the beach, while observing fishermen preparing their gear for their day at sea before navigating out into the clear, turquoise waters.
As the late afternoon heat began to ease, the day’s fresh catch from these very fishing vessels returning to shore was thrown on hot grills that burst with aroma and drew crowds to Forodhani Gardens Park. This nightly market offered a variety of seafood — lobsters, tentacles, squid, skewered shrimp, an array of fish — alongside samosas, naan and a range of other food options and fresh juices.
But during lunchtime, fish, octopus and Indian-inspired dishes were also
Echoes of Stone Town
nightfall’s embrace settled in, at times I found myself following the booming rhythm of African beats heard nearby. The occasional shack-like bar illuminates the darkness like sporadic fireflies on a summer evening. I wandered without an agenda, without a strict schedule.
Arriving sweaty at a local bar to rest in front of a fan with a cold beverage, to mingle with the locals and maybe watch a happy couple dance gracefully together without a care in the world — this is what I’m drawn to. Not just a bar, but moments that feel like a celebration of life and community. I felt I was able to peer into another world, free from the distractions of other foreigners or the facade of salesmen. I could sit in the corner and be at ease, allowing the local attitude to influence me. Nothing to worry about. Immersed in the moment. I was just a spectator lucky enough to be a part of an unfolding scene.
readily available at beachside restaurants. I always opted for a place with a refreshing sea breeze and scenic views, often accompanied by one of the popular beers decorated with fun labels featuring African Savanna animals like elephants and cheetahs, with names like Safari lager, Kilimanjaro premium lager, and Serengeti premium lager — all equally satisfying when served ice-cold.
I always felt safe walking around the UNESCO World Heritage Site, but you are never alone. If you’re not accustomed to assertive salesmen, it may be a bit of a challenge at first. Within minutes of leaving your accommodation to meander the stone streets, a smiling local will likely approach and strike up a conversation. Their intentions are made clear and swift — whether offering tours to see the giant tortoises of Prison Island, selling sunglasses, “Hakuna Matata” T-shirts or, in bolder cases, suggesting forbidden substances more suited for Jamaica or Amsterdam. However, I
found these interactions to be genuinely friendly, nowhere near as unrelenting or aggressive as what I’ve experienced in Morocco and Egypt.
As the twilight hours dimmed and
As I made my way back to the hotel and breathed in the sea air, faint echoes of Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now” could be heard playing from a speaker somewhere in the distance. I’m not entirely sure if I was floating around in ecstasy, but I believe I felt some semblance of contentment in the acceptance of straddling being both an outsider and intertwined in the local fabric.
Freddie walked these very streets, these ancient stone roads. A place that gives you a glimpse into its storied past and its blend of Arab, Indian, British and African cultures, epitomized by its infectious spirit of “Hakuna Matata.”
The area invites visitors to experience a lively, laid-back atmosphere, somewhat bohemian in nature, where time seems to slow down and history still continues to shape the present. In these moments, amid the lingering presence of a legendary musician, I felt that as a traveler and musician, I became a small part of an enduring charm and allure of Stone Town, Zanzibar.
Trevor Davis, former cidermaker and working musician from Frederick, is a writer, content creator and cultural traveler. Follow his adventures at roguevagabond.com.
Photos by Trevor Davis
Active fishing boats at sea.
Midday Tanzanian lager by the Indian Ocean.
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Julie Castillo weaves together Appalachian and Cherokee culture and folklore in her debut novel ‘The Long Man’s Pillow’
BY JILLIAN ATELSEK
Special to The News-Post
After decades spent helping write other people’s stories, Julie Castillo — a longtime ghostwriter, an anthropology professor and a mother of two — says she has a lifetime of book ideas rattling around in her head.
But the concept that would become her debut novel wasn’t one of those long-simmering plans.
Quite literally, she says, it came to her in a dream.
“The Long Man’s Pillow” tells the story of Vicki, a Baltimorean who, three years into a global drought, inherits a parcel of land in a remote Appalachian town. When a water source is discovered there, Vicki finds herself in control of a precious commodity.
Back in 2019, Castillo, a longtime Frederick resident, dreamt she was wandering around in the woods, looking for somewhere to get a drink of water. She found a well, but it was dry. She found another. It, too, was a bust. She quenched her thirst at a third well.
“I woke up from that dream going, ‘That’s one of those dreams that’s supposed to mean something,’” she recalls. But she had no idea what.
Castillo’s husband, who is also a writer, encouraged her to figure it out. He booked them a hotel in West Virginia. For four days, Castillo says, all she did was swim and write. She finished the entire first act of the book during that stay. The rest of Vicki’s story formed slowly throughout the pandemic, nurtured by a group of critics from the Frederick Writers’ Salon who Castillo said gave invaluable feedback.
The book was officially released Aug. 20. The past few weeks have been both exciting and overwhelming, Castillo said.
She says a swirl of influences informed the tale, including her love of post-apocalyptic novels. They always have something interesting to say about our present, she says — and often raise questions about the future.
“I didn’t set out to write about climate change. It just sort of ended up that way,” she said. “It’s meant to sort of get people thinking: In a time of scarcity, where people have ownership of a life-giving resource, what does that mean? To own something that other people need in order to stay alive?”
She also drew inspiration from her Cherokee ancestry. Water is central to the lives and worldviews of the Chero-
I got to be, like, 17 or 18, and I was still saying that, they didn’t think it was cute anymore.”
Facing pressure to find a “real career,” she pivoted when it came time to choose her college major. She laughs when she describes what she picked instead: anthropology, famously lucrative.
She never stopped writing, and she’s held an array of writing jobs throughout the years, including reviewing scripts for production companies in Los Angeles and working as a writing coach for aspiring authors.
In her days as a ghostwriter, she says, she’d even “write novels for hire.”
“People would have an idea for a story, but they felt like maybe they didn’t have the ability to turn it into a novel, or they just didn’t have the time,” she said. “So they would hire somebody like me.”
kee people, she said, and they think and speak about it in ways that show reverence.
The book’s title references the Cherokee concept of a river — something they think of as “a long, skinny man with his head in the mountains and his feet in the sea,” Castillo says.
Vicki, who in the book is tasked with naming the water source that’s discovered on her land, is intrigued by this image. If the long man’s head is in the mountains, where her cabin and the springs are, she decides that her land is his pillow, cradling it.
“That’s where that weird title comes from,” Castillo says with a laugh.
Castillo, who teaches creative writing courses at Frederick Community College and other institutions, studied anthropology and specialized in Native American peoples. She said she did additional research on Cherokee traditions to prepare for writing the book.
She also took a deep dive into Appalachian culture to ensure she accurately depicted the world Vicki finds herself in once she inherits her West Virginia property. This meant devouring Foxfire books, an anthology of magazine articles from the 1970s and ’80s written by students who set out to interview residents of Southern Appalachia and document their folklore, traditions and disappearing way of life.
Her biggest takeaway from that re-
IF YOU GO
BOOK LAUNCH PARTY
Trivia contest, author reading, a screening of the book trailer, a door prize, and Appalachian-inspired snacks. When: 3 to 5 p.m. Aug. 31 Where: Frederick location disclosed upon RSVP by emailing jmwriterslife@aol.com.
search: “It’s a community in the truest sense. Everybody looks out for each other. Everybody takes care of each other. What they have, they share. There are no orphans in communities like that.”
Though Castillo has lived most of her life in Frederick, she grew up near Gaithersburg in the small community of Washington Grove — a place, she points out, where the roads twist and curve to accommodate the trees. (And where people build their decks and patios around them, rather than cutting them down.)
Her hometown had a communal spirit not dissimilar to the ones described in the Foxfire articles, she said.
It was the small news journal based in that hometown that published Castillo’s first piece of writing, a tale about cats that became pirates and sailed off to sea, penned when she was 8 years old.
That’s about when she decided she wanted to be a writer.
“Everybody thought that was really cute when I was 7 or 8,” she said. “When
Once her kids were born, Castillo made the switch to teaching full-time — both creative writing and anthropology. When they were grown, she gave them the advice she wishes someone had given her about pursuing creative passions: “Go for it. Go all in. But make sure you find a way to keep the bills paid.”
One of her sons took that advice. He’s currently working as a construction worker while getting a degree in his chosen field. He hopes to write video games.
Castillo is planning a launch party for “The Long Man’s Pillow” at her apartment building. There will be Appalachian-themed snacks, trivia and, if she can pull it off, moonshine.
Throughout the rest of this year, she’ll make appearances at literary events from Shepherdstown, West Virginia, to Brooklyn, New York, to promote the book.
From there, she says, she’s not sure what’s next. But she hopes it’s more writing.
Her kids are grown, and her parents have passed away. It feels like the right time in her life to devote herself fully to the craft she’s always loved.
She hopes the next right story will come to her.
She works by a credo she picked up from a writer she admires. Any story that you can run away from, he says, you should run away from.
“But it’s the story that drags you kicking and screaming to the keyboard — that’s the one that’s going to get done.”
Jillian Atelsek covered education at The Frederick News-Post for three years. She now works as a copy editor at The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Staff photo by Ric Dugan
Julie Castillo, author of “The Long Man’s Pillow,” will be hosting a book launch at the Manor House in August.
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. 240344-7458, 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.
”Over 70 Show” — through Sept. 1, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Works in a variety of media, all created by artists over age 70. 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.
“August”: All Members Showcase — through Sept. 1 at NOMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. August is traditionally a time of abundance and a celebration of the fruits of labor, and this spirit is reflected in the gallery’s latest showcase. “August” features an expanded collection of work from the gallery artists, including ceramics, jewelry, painting, photography and more. 240-563-3893, nomagalleryfrederick.com/ current-exhibition.
“Intuition” — through Sept. 2 at Links Bridge Vineyards, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Exhibition of nonrepresentational acrylics by Pauline Rakis, a full-time artist and an associate artist at the Riverworks Art Center in Beallsville. This show includes the debut of 25 paintings from her new series. 301-6025733, linksbridgevineyards.com.
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. 240-
“Quilting Frederick” runs Aug. 29 to Nov. 22 at Maryland Hall in Annapolis, featuring a series of quilts by Aynex Mercado, inspired by the architecture of Frederick. An opening reception will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 29.
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. 301-258-6394, mpa@mdphotoalliance. org, mdphotoalliance.org.
Art Collective Pop-up: Elisabeth Arzt — Sept. 5 to 9 at Art Collective, 141 A. N. Market St., Frederick. Arzt is a Marylandbased multidisciplinary artist and the founder of Fine Arzt Studio. Her artistic endeavors led her to become an illustrator, chainsaw carver, costumer and, currently, a welder and jeweler. Merging woodworking and metalsmithing, Arzt breathes new life into waste materials. Through jewelry, Arzt harmoniously blends her lifelong exploration of metals and wood carving into a cohesive artistic narrative. She draws inspiration from her upbringing on a Western Maryland farm, where the rural surroundings instilled in her a profound connection with and admiration for nature. 240-7399023, info@artcollectivefrederick.com, artcollectivefrederick.com.
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.
”People, Places & Things” — through Sept. 29, Gallery 322, 322 N. Market St., Frederick. The gallery artists present a captivating journey through the human experience. From vibrant portraits to breathtaking landscapes, this exhibit explores the interconnectedness of people, places and things. Hours are 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays, noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays or by appointment. 240-8157777 or gallery322.com.
“A Clear Spring, A Quiet Snow: A rotating photo exhibition of recent work from Jeff Compton” — through Oct. 6 at Ibiza Cafe, 8 W. Fourth St., Frederick. A small but carefully curated selection of naturally themed photographic works by Jeff Compton. These works delight in the light and subtle movements of nature, inspired by far Eastern art and spirituality.
Works will vary during the duration of the exhibit, proving a dynamic experience rewarding return. 240-785-0405, jeff@ curiousperspectives.com, iamjeffcompton. com.
”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. 301-739-5727 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-
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663-1188 or frederickhistory.org.
”Knots” — Sept. 6 to 29, NoMA Gallery, 437 N. Market St., Frederick. Julia Schrecengost uses printmaking to explore the relationship between the internal processes of her body and organic processes in constant motion. Physical objects such as netting, branches and leaves reference connective tissue and joints. Pain becomes something evocative of universal feelings, inviting the viewer to feel, whether or not that feeling is comfortable. Spontaneous in nature, the finished work represents a particular moment in the artist’s life. Opening reception 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 7, artist talk 7 p.m. Sept. 19. Gallery hours are noon to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. 240-367-9770 or nomagalleryfrederick.com.
”The Yellow King” — Sept. 7 through Oct. 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Through its multi-media collage symbology, the artwork in this exhibition, by Michel Demanche, invites an examination and contemplation of the consequences of political issues, racism, and bigotry towards the marginalized in contemporary culture. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Under the Influence” — Sept. 7 through Oct. 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Mixed media sculptures by Jim Roberts. These installations are a commentary on the gun culture in our country and the various systems that fuel it, particularly the NRA. They are a response to Roberts’ 24 years of teaching in a public high school and the countless in-services and faculty meetings intended to prepare for active shooter situations. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Simple Lines” — Sept. 7 through Oct. 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Studio Art Quilters Associates: Del., D.C., Md. and W.Va. Region fiber work exhibit. Living in or near a center of power such as Washington, D.C., can affect a person’s view of the world. Every day seems to be filled with activity on multiple levels, weaving a complex structure of society that can be a challenge to understand and navigate. Using fiber art, the artists express Washington, D.C., and the
surrounding area in a simplified form. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”Contemporary Innovations: Harmonious Bloom” — Sept. 7 through Oct. 27, Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. This exhibition showcases a new collection of prints, paintings and sculptures that explore the interplay between human relationships, femininity and the natural world. Through vibrant colors and overlapping figures and forms, Rose Jaffe invites viewers to contemplate the beauty of transformation. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. 301-698-0656 or delaplaine.org.
”The Voice of Vistas: A Plein Air Artist Speaks” — Sept. 7 to 22, Links Bridge Vineyards, 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont. Paula Rubin-Wexler is known for her big skies, abstracted landscapes, and her deep understanding of the moods, colors and atmosphere of the vistas she loves to paint. A collection of her plein-air painting, focusing primarily on Frederick County, will be on display and available for purchase, in the Links Bridge Tasting Room. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 301466-2413 or linksbridgevineyards.com.
“Quilting Frederick” — Aug. 29 to Nov. 22 at Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Featuring a series of art quilts by artist Aynex Mercado, inspired by the architecture of Frederick. Opening reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 29, with wine and light appetizers. aynex21@gmail.com, marylandhall.org.
”Floating Beauty: Women and the Art of Ukiyo-e” — Sept. 21 through Jan. 12, 2025, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. This exhibition examines historical perspectives on women and their depiction in art from Edo Period Japan (1615 –1858). Organized and drawn from the collection of the Reading (Pa.) Public Museum, this exhibition features over 50 woodblock prints, including works by ukiyo-e masters. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. 301739-5727 or wcmfa.org.
A group of local and regional artists present work examining concepts of “home” in the group exhibition “Dwellings” in downtown Frederick.
‘Dwellings’ group
exhibition
is a meditation on home
Home is a concept rich with meaning, encompassing identity, location, time and quotidian nuances.
In the juried group exhibition “Dwellings,” the Frederick Arts Council presents art work by local and regional artists related to the theme of home.
The exhibition is at the Frederick Arts Council’s Gallery at 1 N. Market St., Frederick and runs through Oct. 22, with an opening reception slated for 1 to 3 p.m. Aug. 31.
This show seeks to celebrate the diverse perspectives of what home means. Whether it is a physical space, an emotional refuge, or a symbolic idea, home is deeply intertwined with our sense of self and our place in the world.
Artists included in the show include Kathy Burke, Elizabeth Crisman, Matthew Clarke Davis, Genie Ghim, Beckie Laughlin, Emimora, Marguerite de
Messières, Sheryl Massaro, Julianna McCormick, Matt Mercer, Heather Ravenscroft, Kristie Taylor, Rosa Torres-Rivera, Richard Weiblinger and Beamie Young.
Juror Liana Owad is an artist working with traditional and contemporary mediums to create sculptures and works on paper. Her work explores the domestic space and addresses the ideas of comfort and confinement in the home. She focuses on certain objects from the home or habits of routine daily life in her sculptures, prints and drawings. Owad received her MFA in 2014 from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her BFA in 2010 from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.
Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
For more information on the exhibition, call 301-662-4190, or go to frederickartscouncil.org.
Nasreen Gooya
Art in unexpected places gives Frederick
BY APURVA MAHAJAN Special to The News-Post
Chris Eliff has always had a soft spot for public libraries.
When Corey Frey, the Delaplaine Arts Center’s exhibition manager, contacted her about a show in three Frederick County libraries, Ellif was immediately on board.
“Libraries are like the last great frontier for freedom. It’s a place where you don’t feel pressured to buy. It really resonated with me,” Ellif said. “People just get to look at what they want to look at and explore — to see what’s out there and what’s possible.”
For more than 12 years, the Delaplaine Arts Center, an art gallery in Frederick, has hosted exhibitions at the Urbana, Brunswick and Thurmont regional libraries. Artists sign on for nine months, and their work rotates between locations for three months each, Frey said.
Ellif’s work will be on display in the Thurmont Regional Library through September in this cycle’s last stretch.
An artist shows about 15 to 20 pieces in a dedicated space at each library. The Delaplaine typically chooses people who have already worked with the gallery, Frey said.
Kesra Hoffman, a Frederick artist whose work is in the Urbana Regional Library through September, said the library exhibitions helped push her work to people who may not otherwise come to a gallery or art festival. Hoffman frequently gets messages from people who come across her work, she said.
The art garners firsthand engagement with the public, Frey added. As he installs work, people often stop to ask him questions or comment on the pieces they like most.
Frey was changing out artwork at the Urbana library a few months ago when a young child, who was at the branch for a storytime, ran up to him because he was sad to see the work leaving. The child’s mom consoled him and assured him new art would come, Frey recalled.
Children in particular get excited about the art, which Ellif — who used to work as a pre-kindergarten teacher — loves to see. When she’s able to visit the library branches, she watches how people react to her photos.
“It’s almost a profound experience, because I just get to see how people connect with things, and it just makes me feel like I’m doing a little bit of my part for the larger creativity of our community,” she said. “That’s a huge part of what libraries give us.”
PASSING FORWARD JOY
Eliff’s work focuses on things that bring
her joy. She just completed a monthlong show at The Artists Gallery in Frederick called “This Makes Me Happy,” full of spontaneous photos she took with her phone.
Ellif now manages a critical care team, where she works with kids who have illnesses such as cancer at a pediatric hospital in Washington, D.C., and said photography gives her moments to breathe.
“It just allows me to stop alongside the road on the way home and take a picture of that barn because it’s beautiful, or the sunset,” she said. “I don’t like to miss any moments of joy, so I really work hard to find what makes me happy, and I like to share that happiness.”
Her photos also hang in the hallways of Frederick Health Hospital’s Crestwood location in Ballenger Creek. Ellif said she hopes the joy she experiences creating art can be passed along to someone in the hospital who sees her work in the exhibition.
Linda Gossweiler, a project development manager at Frederick Health Hospital,
founded the Crestwood Art Gallery in 2010 to foster the idea that art promotes healing.
Crestwood holds three exhibitions a year for four months each, with about 30 to 60 pieces from local artists, Gossweiler said in an interview. The volunteer-run gallery takes up to two pieces from each artist, she said.
Gossweiller usually sees high volumes of submissions, she said. A committee of jurors reviews each.
“Our patients love it,” Gossweiler said. “They walk the hallways when they’re waiting for their appointments or their family, so it is a really nice add on.”
CHURCH COMMUNITY
Cathy Rogers was the inaugural artist in the All Saints Episcopal Church’s recently established gallery in May, where she displayed her pastel and watercolor landscapes.
Rogers, a member of the downtown Frederick church, said having her work there was moving because of the supportive family she has within the church community.
“I feel my artwork is an extension spirituality,” Rogers said. “I believe has given me the talent and he helps produce my work. The subjects that are inspiring to me, and I hope that to others.”
June Jarkey is another artist whose has been hung at the church. A nature landscape photographer for more years, she does not attend All Saints heard about the gallery from a friend. her, photography is meditative. She noticing the color, shape and personality in nature. People in the church were encouraging about her photos as them up, she said. Her art has been displayed in since July and will remain on view end of August.
Cables that hang from the ceiling metal hooks that clip onto the artwork. pulley system allows for easy installation eight to 12 pieces. The selection for the church’s not juried, which Rogers said she
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Cathy Rogers, a local artist, poses with her painting “Traighenna Bay” at All Saints Episcopal Church on Aug. 15. Rogers was a recent featured artist at the church.
Frederick residents day-to-day surprises
extension of my believe that God helps to that I choose that they are whose work nature and more than 25 Saints but friend. For She enjoys personality were as she hung the gallery view through the ceiling have artwork. A installation for show is she liked, as it
makes entering pieces more accessible to local artists.
All Saints’ community manager, Ryan Spadaro, said the impromptu gallery outside the church’s offices brightens the hall as parishioners travel in and out of the space. The art is in a space that serves as the church’s nexus, which means nearly everyone who walks part sees the exhibition.
The gallery also allows young people to see work that could potentially challenge their creativity or inspire them to create art, Spadaro said. Artists take things from each other and are inspired by other artists’ work all the time, he added.
“There’s something intriguing or there’s something that can really change someone’s outlook on how they want to make art,” Spadaro said. “Maybe they’ll see something they’ve been thinking about and it’s like ‘Oh, I was missing that the whole time.’”
EXHIBITIONS INSIDE A CAFE
Tucked away on the corner of a building along West Fourth Street lies the entrance to a small cafe. Inside, soft jazz faintly plays as patrons settle and get work done next to the pastel walls.
Frederick artist and photographer Jeff Compton has been a regular customer at Ibiza Cafe since about 2022. To Compton, Ibiza feels like an oasis away from the congestion of the rest of the world.
The cafe’s calming energy kept him coming back.
“If I come into Ibiza, it just feels like the whole energy can come down and land in a natural way, and I really respond to that,” he said. “The whole thing feels welcoming. I kind of found a home there.”
After spending years entering his photos in local art shows and galleries, he wanted to hold his first art exhibition earlier this year. Compton initially planned to host a joint exhibition with his friend, but plans fell through and he looked elsewhere to display his art.
A friend suggested Ibiza Cafe. The cafe’s ambiance would complement his work perfectly, Compton thought.
“I didn’t want it to be like a gallery, where you walk into it and the intention is to look at the art and to have an experience with it as an expectation,” Compton said.
He reached out to the coffee shop owners in late May. The cafe’s co-owner, Stephen Buckingham, said the exhibition idea worked well, as Compton’s art maintained the cafe’s relaxed atmosphere.
Compton designed the show specifically for the space and incorporated his Easterninspired work — unique photo prints on various styles of Japanese washi paper — to accompany the cafe’s Japanese coffee style.
“This has been a collaborative effort,” Compton said. “The show exists the way it is because of Ibiza.”
photos by Katina Zentz church.
Photographs by Chris Eliff are displayed at the Thurmont Regional Library.
Photographs by June Jarkey are displayed at All Saints Episcopal Church. Jarkey is the current featured artist at the church.
Washington County Arts Council announces artist Nicole Abuhamada as new executive director
The board of directors of the Washington County Arts Council recently announced that the position of executive director will be filled by Nicole Abuhamada, an interdisciplinary artist who has worked as a gallery manager for Doug Zaruba in downtown Hagerstown. She is also a creative arts program manager for MADE by Itineris in Baltimore.
Abuhamada steps into the formidable shoes of retiring executive director Mary Anne Burke.
Abuhamada expressed exciting ideas for new initiatives to help WCAC grow in new
directions, expand its footprint in the community and strengthen support for community artists. The search committee was impressed by Abuhamada’s energy and the types of activities she had initiated in the past to foster growth in the arts community. Her ideas for expanding e-commerce and online presence and her demonstrated ability to forge partnerships with other organizations and relationships with artists were crucial factors for her being selected.
Abuhamada will start with the Washington County Arts Council on Aug. 26.
New sculpture by Thomas Sterner
unveiled at FCC campus
Frederick Community College held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 12 for the new public artwork sculpture “Growth” by Thomas Sterner on its main campus.
The sculpture was funded by the Maryland State Arts Council. Local artist Thomas Sterner was inspired
by the FCC campus sycamore trees, as well as FCC’s motto “Avec progres marchons en avanc” (Let us move forward with progress).
The design portrays nurturing a dream and growth, mirroring the fulfillment of FCC’s mission.
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“Growth” statue, by Thomas Sterner.
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“Portrait as an artist” by Nicole Abuhamada.
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What to stream this week
NEW MOVIES TO STREAM
— “The Fall Guy” is finally coming to Peacock, where it will be streaming starting Friday, Aug. 30, alongside an “extended cut” version. It might not have reached the blockbuster heights the studio dreamed about during its theatrical run, but it’s pure delight: A comedy, action, romance that soars thanks to the charisma of its stars. Based on the 1980s Lee Majors television series (he gets a cameo), the film features Ryan Gosling as a stunt man, Emily Blunt as his director and dream girl, Aaron Taylor-Johnson as an egotistical movie star and “Ted Lasso’s” Hannah Waddingham as a Diet Coke slurping producer.
— Ishana Night Shyamalan’s thriller, “The Watchers,” in which Dakota Fanning plays an artist stranded in western Ireland where mysterious creatures lurk and stalk in the night, begins streaming on MAX on Friday, Aug. 30.
— Emma Stone gives a performance (and interpretive dance) worth watching in “Kinds of Kindness,” her latest collaboration with Yorgos Lanthimos fresh on the heels of her Oscar-winning turn in “Poor Things.” The film, streaming on Hulu on Friday, Aug. 30, is a triptych with a big ensemble cast including Willem Dafoe, Jesse Plemons (who won a prize for his performance at Cannes), Hong Chau, Margaret Qualley, Mamoudou Athie and Joe Alwyn. Jocelyn Noveck, in her Associated Press review, described it as “a meditation on our free will and the ways we willingly forfeit it to others — in the workplace, at home, and in religion.” Noveck wrote that the “StoneLanthimos pairing… is continuing to nurture an aspect of Stone’s talents that increasingly sets her apart: Her fearlessness and the obvious joy she derives from it.”
— Somehow the Yorgos Lanthimos film is not the most eccentric new streaming offering this week. That title goes to “ Sasquatch Sunset,” Nathan and David Zellner’s experimental film about a family of sasquatches just living their lives. Starring an essentially unrecognizable Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough (in addition to Nathan Zellner), this Sundance curiosity begins streaming on Paramount+
This combination of images shows promotional art for Adam Sandler’s comedy special “Adam Sandler: Love You,” left, the latest season of “Only Murders in the Building,” center, and season two of “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.”
Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP
Emma Stone poses for photographers upon arrival at the photo call for the film “Kinds of Kindness” on June 24 in London.
on Monday. In his review for the AP, Mark Kennedy wrote that it is “a bewildering 90-minute, narrator-less and wordless experiment that’s as audacious as it is infuriating. It’s not clear if everyone was high making it or we should be while watching it.”
— AP Film Writer Lindsey Bahr
NEW SHOWS TO STREAM
— Adam Sandler has the feels in his new Netflix special “Adam Sandler: Love You” featuring his standup and trademark comedy songs. It’s directed by Josh Safdie who — with his brother Benny — co-
directed Sandler in the 2019 movie “Uncut Gems.” “Love You” is Sandler’s first comedy special since 2018. It premieres Tuesday on Netflix.
— Charles, Oliver and Mabel (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) head to Los Angeles in season four of “Only Murders in the Building,” because their podcast is being turned into a film. Their Hollywood life is interrupted when another murder occurs, meaning the trio has a new case to cover. Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis and Eva Longoria join the cast. “Only Murders in the Building” premieres Tuesday on Hulu.
— A new animated series in the “Terminator” universe comes to Netflix on Thursday. It follows new characters voiced by “House of the Dragon” actor Sonoya Mizuno, Timothy Olyphant, André Holland Rosario Dawson and Ann Dowd.
— Season two of “The House of the Dragon” has aired in its entirety on HBO and if your fantasy itch still needs to be scratched, “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” returns for its second season Thursday on Prime Video. The story is set in the Second Age of Middle-earth, prior to the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings.” — Alicia Rancilio
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Thursday Aug. 29
CLASSES
Senior Resource and Education Seminar
— 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Myersville Community Library, 8 Harp Place, Myersville. SOAR (Supporting Older Adults through Resources, Inc.) and the Aging Network Alliance present a panel of experts to discuss home safety, Medicare, transportation, in-home care, learning in retirement, and financial and other resources. 301-600-8350.
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Chair One Fitness! — 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Common Market CO-OP, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick. A fun, 30-minute seated dance exercise program for individuals who have complications standing during a fitness regimen. This includes senior citizens, those with balance deficits, injuries, disability and those in larger bodies. $5-$10. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop.
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.
Totally Teen Time: From Book to Bookmark — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Give old book pages new life by turning them into a bookmark! This program is recommended for teens age 11 to 18. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com/event.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. $15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410-252-0200. marylandstatefair.com.
GALLERY
BYOS (Bring Your Own Supplies) Open Studio — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Adult artists of all mediums are invited to get creative as we immerse ourselves in the mind-bending music of teevee, a Frederick-based shoegaze band, playing live in the art studio. Bring your artistic medium of choice and find some new sonic inspiration for your work! Easels are available. Registration is encouraged. Cost is $10 ($8 members). 301-698-0656. jclark@delaplaine.org. delaplaine.org.
MUSIC
Alive@Five Happy Hour Concert Series: Nick Frey & The Sons of Thunder — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Folk, blues, soul. 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 Aug. 30
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.
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 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 and beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended. $16. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.
FAMILY
Pick Your Own Sunflowers Fundraiser — 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Rocky Point Creamery, 4323A Tuscarora Road, Tuscarora. Each year we plant two acres of sunflowers as a fundraiser for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. 100% of donations go directly to St. Jude’s. Cut flowers are $1 each, and we request donations from those who are only in it for the photo opp. A station with clippers is available, and donations may be made at the entrance to the field or at the register. $1 per bloom. rockypointcreamery.com. Minions Picnic at the Frederick Keys — 7 p.m. at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. The Minions are coming to Nymeo Field for a special meet and greet! Want your chance to meet the Minions? Package includes rhe ability to meet the Minions, a ticket in reserved section (200 section), plus a hot dog, chips, and a drink. $20.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. $15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410-252-0200. marylandstatefair.com.
MUSIC
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.
Saturday Aug. 31 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.
Shri Yoga: Flex, Fix, Fun! — 10 a.m. to noon at Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick. 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. 18 and older.
ChairOne Fitness with Deirdre — 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Middletown Branch Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown. Deirdre, a certified Chair One Fitness instructor, will lead this seated dance fitness class (NOT Yoga) to deliver a fun, musically driven, interactive workout that uplifts people through chair dance and fitness moves. 301-600-7560. ebomgardner@frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.
ETCETERA
Myersville Farmers Market — 9 a.m. to noon at Municipal parking lot, 301 Main St., Myersville. Saturdays through Oct. 26. myersvillefarmersmarket.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.
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
Arting Gallery in Baltimore will present ‘The Unknown Paintings of Peter Scholleck’
Arting Gallery in Baltimore will present “The Unknown Paintings of Peter Scholleck” from Sept. 3 to 29, with an opening event from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 5. The opening will include remarks by curator George Ciscle and Eileen Scholleck Koenigsberg, the artist’s daughter, at 6 p.m.
On view will be 12 paintings by self-taught artist Peter Scholleck, from an extraordinary body of 157 works created from 1946 to 1967 that have never been viewed by the public.
Painter Peter Leo Max Scholleck (1923-1969) was born in Munich Germany to Jewish parents. At age 15, in 1938, Scholleck was not allowed to remain at the Episcopal boarding school where he was enrolled because of Hitler’s antisemitic laws. Later that year, the horror of Kristallnacht took place in Munich and his step-father, Wilhelm Nussbaum, was taken to Dachau Concentration Camp. He was released six weeks later but was in ill health from beatings sustained at Dachau.
Scholleck’s mother had been resistant to leaving Germany, but after Kristallnacht, the family began
the process of obtaining documents for emigration to the United States. Just prior to their departure, the Nazi security police came to the family residence to determine if the items and small amount of money they intended to take with them were permitted by the government. Though he rarely spoke of his life in Germany, Scholleck tried to describe to his daughter the fear that he felt with the Nazis present in his home.
The family arrived in Baltimore in May 1939, where Nussbaum died just 20 months later.
How the sum of Scholleck’s experiences and those as a soldier stationed in the Pacific during World War II were internalized cannot be wholly known. Seeking to understand how his personal history informed the works that he ultimately created is perhaps best understood by the tension and urgency in each piece. There is a raw need for expression that is delivered in a rich and methodical process.
Scholleck’s execution reveals his deep devotion, passion and earnestness toward his works. He made art because he had to: prolifically, energetically, experimentally. His daughter, Eileen
five-plate stove that provided clean, safe, energy-efficient home heating. $8. 301-456-4912. boycerensberger@gmail.com. fredericklandmarks.org.
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 7:45 p.m. to 9:15 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 and beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended. $16. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.
FAMILY
Pick Your Own Sunflowers Fundraiser — 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Rocky Point Creamery, 4323A Tuscarora Road, Tuscarora. Each year we plant two acres of sunflowers as a fundraiser for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. 100% of donations go directly to St. Jude’s. Cut flowers are $1 each, and we request donations from those who are only in it for the photo opp. A station with clippers is available, and donations may be made at the entrance to the field or at the register. $1 per bloom.
rockypointcreamery.com.
Scholleck Koenigsberg, recalls that her father was compelled to paint. He had an inner drive to create that he could not ignore.
This exhibition is a first step to introduce the collection to the public and is not a commercial venture. The intention is to place Scholleck’s works in public spaces or with collectors in order for the work to be seen and enjoyed beyond the walls of his daughter’s home.
Visit peterscholleckart.com to learn more about the artist and his work.
The gallery will also host salon events: 9 to 10:30 a.m. Sept. 10, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16 and 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sept. 22. RSVP to info@ peterscholleckart.com to attend. Remarks by George Ciscle and the artist’s daughter will begin 30 minutes after the start time of each salon.
Arting Gallery is located at 3500 Parkdale Ave., Building 1, Suite 212, Baltimore. Viewing hours are 3 to 5 p.m. Sept. 10, 15, 17 and 24 and by appointment. To schedule a visit outside of posted hours, email ag@ artinggallery.net.
Minions Picnic at the Frederick Keys — 6 p.m. at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. The Minions are coming to Nymeo Field for a special meet and greet! Want your chance to meet the Minions? Package includes rhe ability to meet the Minions, a ticket in reserved section (200 section), plus a hot dog, chips, and a drink. $20.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. $15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410252-0200.
marylandstatefair.com.
Celebrate Mount Airy — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Downtown, Main Street, Mount Airy. The town’s annual block party with live music, local artists, vendors, kids’ zone, food, car show and more. Admission is free.
mountairymd.gov.
Summer Barn Dance — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Good Soil Farm Inc., 9736 Keysville Road, Emmitsburg. Caller Jim Wass, who will teach and call dances. All ages. Bring finger food to share, iced tea provided. See website for details and tickets.
Moran Tripp, The Dirty Middle — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. The Moran-Tripp Band blends soul songs with rock music and traditional blues, led by singer and guitarist Ryan Moran and guitarist Shane Tripp. The Dirty Middle is a hardworking blues-Americana mesh, fronted by Adrienne Smith. Tickets on Eventbrite or at the door. All-ages, beer/ wine with ID.
$10 (under age 12 free). skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/ sky-stage.
Sunday Sept. 1
CLASSES
You-Pick Fresh Herbs — 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. This monthly offering is designed to introduce you to the growing cycle of plants. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to harvest up to 5 bundles of herbs that are ripe and ready! A farmer will be onsite to guide you through harvesting and answer any questions about how and where plants like to grow, how to best harvest, and how to invite herbs into your own gardens. $42. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org.
Yoga in the Outfield @ Harry Grove Stadium — 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Dive, Frederick. Yoga in the Outfield! Brought to you by the Frederick Keys and Jenuine Yogi. Ticket includes 60 minutes of all levels, flow yoga, Key yoga towel, general admission to the game, free drink voucher. All proceeds from Yoga in the Outfield will be donated to the Keys Care Foundation. Must pre-register. $40. 2406266639. jenuineyogi@gmail.com. tinyurl.com/YogaintheOutfield.
ETCETERA
The Lighthouse Singers Gospel Quartet — 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Taylorsville United Methodist Church, 4356 Ridge Road, Mount Airy. Traditional Christian gospel and contemporary music. The quartet is from Keymar. Freewill offering will be taken. 410-875-4101. taylorsvilleumcmd@gmail.com. taylorsvilleumc.org.
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 Ar-
chitectural 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.
Mount Olivet Cemetery History and Mystery Tour — 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 515 S. Market St., Frederick. Discover Frederick’s Past as you navigate through a labyrinth of graves, crypts and monuments at one of Maryland’s largest and most beautiful cemeteries. Mount Olivet is the 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 and mass graves, with stops at other distinctive burial plots, including the Key Memorial Chapel. Reservations required. $16 for adults. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.
FAMILY
Kids Concert with Mr. Jon & Friends — 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Mr. Jon & Friends is Parents’ Choice Award-winning music for kids and their families. Singer-songwriter Jon Lewis makes energetic family music that’s all about fun, movement and laughter.
$7.18 on Eventbrite (includes fee). skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/ sky-stage/.
Pick Your Own Sunflowers Fundraiser — 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Rocky Point Creamery, 4323A Tuscarora Road, Tuscarora. Each year we plant two acres of sunflowers as a fundraiser for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. 100% of donations go directly to St. Jude’s. Cut flowers are $1 each, and we request donations from those who are only in it for the photo opp. A station with clippers is available, and donations may be made at the entrance to the field or at the register.
$1 per bloom. rockypointcreamery.com.
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.
Paint Your Own Vase! — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Dancing Bear Toys and Games, 15 E. Patrick St., Frederick. The Bear’s toy expert Judy will be running this fun craft. Tickets are required. Each child will get their very own Paint Your Own Vase kit that retails for $9.99 but event tickets are just $7. Each kit comes with a 5-inch porcelain vase, 6 porcelain paints, a paint brush, and in-
structions. Ages 8 and older, parents must supervise. $7. 301-631-9300. info@dbeartoys.com. www.eventbrite.com/e/ paint-your-own-vase-with-judy-tickets-962089314037?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment,
live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. No other event provides so much food, fun, family entertainment, and education for so little. Details, schedules, and ticket prices, coming soon at www.marylandstatefair.com.
$15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410-252-0200. marylandstatefair.com.
HEALTH
The Healing Circle of Frederick — 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Yogamour Yoga and Healing Arts Center, 1 Wormans Mill Ct., Suite 11, Frederick. Embark on a transformative journey of healing as our expert practitioners
provide session healing practices such as meditation, reiki, reflexology and chair massage. Free. 301-938-0848. lhwaggy@gmail.com. yogamour.org/workshops.
MUSIC
Sunday Brunch Concert Series — 11 a.m. 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.
Monday Sept. 2
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.
Tuesday Sept. 3
Celebrate Local Author Andie Burke’s New Romance Novel! — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at C. Burr Artz Public Library, 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Join Curious Iguana for the release of local author’s sophomore rom-com novel, “Fall for Him.” Andie will discuss her novel, answer questions, and sign books. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. Literacy Council Seeking Volunteer Tutors and Class Instructors for Adult Learners — 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Tutor adults one-to-one or in small groups of 2-3. No experience necessary. Training, teaching materials and support provided. Also seeking volunteers with ESL teaching experience to teach 60- to 90-minute weekly classes in 10-week sessions. Volunteers must be 18+. 301-600-2066. msilva@frederickliteracy.org. frederickliteracy.org.
FAMILY
Elementary Explorers: Build a House (ages 5-10) — 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month with a reading of “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs” by Jon Scieszka, and then build a house out of recyclable materials that the big bad wolf can’t blow down. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Wednesday Sept. 4
CLASSES
Gentle Yoga for All! — 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at The Common Market, 927 W. Sev-
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enth 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.
Sensory Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Let’s Dance — 10:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville. Wear your dancing shoes to learn some tap and ballet moves. This program is designed for adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. 301-600-8200. fcpl.org.
Artificial Intelligence: An Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR 55+) Program — 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Explore artificial intelligence (AI) from a historical perspective. This three-week introductory course will discuss the technologies behind the tremendous advances of AI in recent years; examine AI potential applications, including advantages, disadvantages, limitations and challenges; a brief look at applications like ChatGPT, Google Image Net, and others for image generation; and discuss ethical considerations that should guide AI research, development and legislation. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
ETCETERA
Swing & Blues Dance — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Enjoy an evening of swing dancing under the stars every 1st Wednesday in downtown Frederick! Starting at 7 p.m., Amanda Comi of Revolution Modern Dance will offer a beginner lesson covering swing and blues basics. Social dancing will follow until 10 p.m. Beer/wine available for 21+ with ID.
“Feelings” Evening Storytime — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. A fun evening story time all about feelings! We’ll read some stories and sing some songs to help practice identifying emotions in ourselves and others! Part of our fall Preschool Social Skills series of evening story times. For ages up to 5. 301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
MUSIC
Picnic Concert Series: McFadden Garcia Trio — 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Carroll County Public Library, Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg. For all ages. Join us in the Finksburg Branch Garden for this music event. Pack a picnic, spread a blanket, and enjoy local bands. McFadden Garcia Trio plays a blend of popular, classic soft-rock and acoustic tunes with 3-part harmonies. Registration required. Visit site for details.
Yoga for Curious Beginners — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Myersville Community Library, 8 Harp Place, Myersville. Curious about yoga and its benefits? Join Dr. Stacy Benner, physical therapist and yoga instructor, in a gentle introduction to yoga. Suitable for all abilities. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. 301-600-8350. rkurtz@frederickcountymd.gov. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
Teen Time: Color Theory Artist Talk — 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. Learn about color theory from a professional artist! Local artist Aster Thomas will explain basic principles of color through fun activities and demonstrations! This program is for teens in 6th through 12th grades (ages 11-18).
301-600-7250. frederick.librarycalendar.com.
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.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. $15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410-252-0200. marylandstatefair.com.
MUSIC
Alive@Five Happy Hour Concert Series: Special Delivery Band — 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick. Classic rock. 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 Sept. 6
CLASSES
Fridays are for Fun and Crafting — noon to 8 p.m. at Brook Hill United Methodist Church, 8946 Indian Springs Road, Frederick. Choose items to work on projects. Price will be based on what you chose. $15 entrance fee. 301-712-6759. shelleysscrapshack@gmail.com. meetup.com/Shelleys-Scrap-Shack.
Adulting 101: College Essays for the Desperate and Confused — 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Middletown Public Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown. Jill Constantino, writing consultant and former Harvard writing lecturer will help students begin the often daunting but rewarding college application process. Students will find the small stories from their lives that might be transformed into beautiful college application essays. Bring a laptop or pen and paper. egaver@frederickcountymd.gov. fcpl.org.
ETCETERA
Open Coworking Day — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cowork Frederick, 122 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Curious about coworking? Spending a day coworking with the freelancers, entrepreneurs and teleworkers of the Cowork Frederick community is hands-down the best way to see if it’s right for you. Free, but you must pre-register. heycowork@coworkfrederick.com. coworkfrederick.com/open-coworking-day. 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.
Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Co. BBQ Chicken Dinner — noon to 4 p.m. at Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Co., 702 N. Main St., Mount Airy. Last BBQ chicken dinner of the year. Dinner includes 1/2 BBQ chicken, roll & two sides. Sides available are macaroni salad, potato salad, coleslaw or applesauce. No need to get out of your car, just enter from the North Main Street entrance and drive through the engine bay for a delicious meal. $15. 301-829-0100. mavfc.org.
OMOB: Emergency Preparedness Bingo — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick. It’s National Preparedness Month! Join staff from the Frederick County Division of Emergency Management to play bingo and learn the best ways to prepare your home and loved ones for when inclement weather hits. While you’re here, pick up a free copy of “What Storm, What Thunder” by Myriam J.A. Chancy, while supplies last. This year’s One Maryland One Book selection explores the experiences of characters affected by the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti in January 2010. 301-600-7250.
frederick.librarycalendar.com.
5 essential survival skills for backcountry hunters
Beyond mastering the art of tracking game, backcountry hunters must also have solid survival skills. Learning some basic techniques can mean the difference between a challenging adventure and a life-threatening ordeal. Here are five essential survival skills every backcountry hunter must know:
1. Building shelter. Knowing how to construct a shelter using natural materials is crucial for protection against the elements. Whether it’s a lean-to, debris
hut or improvised tent, your shelter should provide insulation and keep you dry.
2. Starting a fire. Carry reliable fire-starting tools such as waterproof matches, lighters or a fire starter kit. Learn various fire-building techniques and practice in different conditions to ensure success.
3. Procuring food and drinkable water. Familiarize yourself with edible plants and trapping and hunting techniques to procure food. Additionally, always carry a portable water filtration system or purification tablets to make water from natural sources safe to drink.
4. Foundational first aid. Learn how to treat common injuries like cuts,
sprains and burns. Carry a well-equipped first-aid kit and know how to use it effectively.
5. Signalling for help. Carry signalling devices such as a whistle, signal mirror or brightly coloured piece of fabric. Create visible signals in open areas and use sound signals to attract attention.
Mount Airy Fire Co. Auxiliary Buffet Dinner — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Co. Reception Hall, 1008 Twin Arch Road , Mount Airy. Dinner includes, fried chicken & fried shrimp, scalloped potatoes, green beans, stewed tomatoes, succotash, baked apples, coleslaw, roll & butter, iced tea & water; desserts can be purchased. $18 adults, $8 ages 6-12, ages 5 and under free; carryouts $20. 301-829-0100. mavfc.org.
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 7:30 p.m. to 9 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 and beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended. $16. 301-668-8922. info@marylandghosttours.com. marylandghosttours.com.
FESTIVALS
143rd Maryland State Fair — “Dream Big” — 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. Daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. $15 ages 12 to 61, $12 ages 62+, $10 ages 6-11, ages 5 and under free. 410252-0200. marylandstatefair.com.
68th Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show — 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show, Catoctin High School, 14745 Sabillasville Road, Thurmont. Continues Sept. 7 & 8. Activities include library used books sale, historic photographs collection, quilt display, live music, livestock and pet shows, petting zoo, and food available for purchase. Visit the website at for more details and schedule of events. 301-639-1150.
Seniors Rock in Baker Park — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Baker Park Band Shell, North Bentz and Second streets, Frederick. Rearview Mirror, a Maryland band, will be covering the classic sounds of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s! Bring your picnic lunch. 301-600-1234. virtualseniorcenter@frederickcountymd.gov. frederickcountymd.gov.
“Let’s Sing Taylor — A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift” — 6 p.m. at Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Timonium. At the Md. State Fair’s Live! On Track! Series. A tribut to the music of Taylor Swift. Gates open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m. General admission lawn tickets are $25 each, includes admission to the fair. BYO blanket or lawn chair.
marylandstatefair.com.
U.S. Army Blues Concert — 6:15 p.m. at Hagerstown Community College Amphithe-
ater, 11400 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown. Sponsored by the HCC Alumni Association. The band is part of Pershing’s Own, and is the premier jazz ensemble of the Army. Concessions will be available for purchase. BYO lawn chairs or blankets for seating. 240-500-2346.
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.
Highwire Improv on the Sky Stage — 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Highwire will be hosting Improv the first Friday of every month, through October, bringing a variety of improv offerings and troupes. Beer/wine available for 21+ with ID. Sky Stage is an all-ages venue, but improv performances may contain mature topics and impromptu language that may not be appropriate for those under 18. Use your own discretion. Tickets $10 on Eventbrite or at door. $10. skystage@frederickartscouncil.org. frederickartscouncil.org/programs/sky-stage.
Saturday Sept. 7
Trina Basu & Arun Ramamurthy — 7:30 p.m. at The Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg. “Raga-Inspired Violin Duo: Exploring themes of Migration, Nature and Love.” These violinists reimagine the potential of string chamber music with a unique sound both deeply intimate and cinematically expansive. Rooted in traditions of South Indian classical music, Western chamber music, and jazz. Pre-registration required. $20 - $30. 301-258-6394. artsbarn@gaithersburgmd.gov.
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.
Introduction to Metalsmithing — 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at FCC Monroe Center, Room MC147, 200 Monroe Ave., Frederick. Master the basics of metalsmithing in this 1-day workshop. Learn how to use a torch, sawing, hammering plus other texture techniques to apply and finish copper jewelry (to take home) Workshop includes lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice and one-on-one instruction in the creation of your own unique designs. All tools and materials are provided. No experience necessary. Pre-register. $104. 301-624-2727. mkrzywicki@frederick.edu.
Seed Saving for a Sustainable Kitchen
Garden — 10 a.m. to noon at University of Maryland Extension Office, 330 Montevue Lane, Frederick. Learn seed saving basics to ensure you always have a supply of your kitchen garden favorites. An overview of plant reproduction will be followed by a hands-on demo and seeds to take home for next season. Pre-registration is required. 301-600-1596. strice@umd.edu. bit.ly/FCMG2024SeedSaving.
Printmaking with Plants with Hayl Gentilini — 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson. Learn the art of printmaking using plants! Led by the artist multidisciplinary Hayl Gentilini, this handson workshop will teach you how to create beautiful prints using natural materials. $35. 240-490-5484. alecks@foxhavenfarm.org. foxhavenfarm.org/events/ printmaking-with-plants-with-hayl-gentilini.
ETCETERA
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, homegrown. One of the largest farmers markets in Frederick County. 240-626-9980. vgrinder@thurmontstaff.com. thurmontmainstreet.com.
Myersville Farmers Market — 9 a.m. to noon at Municipal parking lot, 301 Main St., Myersville. Saturdays through Oct. 26. myersvillefarmersmarket.com.
Goat Yoga and Tasting — 10 a.m. to noon at Prospect Point Brewing, 5500a Jefferson Pike, Frederick. Enjoy goats and yoga; also included, a beer to quench your thirst!! (for guests 21 years and older). All ages welcome! Food available for purchase. $34. 240-405-2208. christy@gvalleye.com. goatforthesoul.com.
Curious Iguana’s 11th Birthday — 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Curious Iguana, 12 N. Market St., Frederick. We are excited to share our 11th birthday with National Buy a Book Day and First Saturday in Downtown Frederick. To celebrate, we’re donating 11% of all our sales for the day to the Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership (SHIP). 301-695-2500. info@curiousiguana.com. curiousiguana.com/event/11th-birthday.
McClintock Distillery Special Tour and Tasting — 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at McClintock Distillery, 35 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Get a taste of history! Join the National Museum of Civil War Medicine for a private tour of the McClintock Distillery and learn about the history of distilling in Maryland. The tour includes a special barrel tasting of the upcoming Remedy Rye and a full flight of 8 other McClintock spirits. Adults only, please. $35 for general public, $25 for Museum members. 301-695-1864. tracey.mcintire@civilwarmed.org. civilwarmed.org.
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. Scav-
enger hunt with prizes included. 301-639-8620. ehoover44@verizon.net. taeytownhh.org.
The Life and Afterlife of Elizabeth Keckley — 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick. Michelle A. Krowl, Civil War and Reconstruction Specialist from the Manuscript Division of the Library of Congress, will discuss the extraordinary life of Elizabeth Keckley, an enslaved woman who purchased her own freedom and became Mary Todd Lincoln’s seamstress. Free. 301-695-1864. tracey.mcintire@civilwarmed.org. civilwarmed.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.
For the Love of Paw Paws! — 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Judd Homestead, 8955 Indian Springs Road, Frederick. America’s largest native fruit grows abundantly throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and is easily cultivated in the home landscape for prime fruit harvests. Join edible landscape author and designer Michael Judd on a colorful and fruitful journey from seed to table. Sample select cultivars, try homemade pawpaw ice cream, and tour the Judd’s pawpaw orchard and food forest. $75. 301-663-3416. aharmon@commonmarket.coop. commonmarket.coop/classes-events/ for-the-love-of-paw-paws.
All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser For Amara Smith — 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Christ Reformed United Church of Christ, 22514 Cavetown Church Road, Cavetown. All proceeds will be donated for 5-year-old Amara, a Smithsburg girl who has been diagnosed with leukemia. If you can’t attend, donations can be sent to: Mike Smith, 11609 Hidden Valley Road, Smithsburg, MD 21783.
$9 ages 11 to adult, $6 ages 5 to 10, free ages 4 and under. 301-824-3439. sebceb98@yahoo.com.
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick — 7:30 p.m. to 9 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 and beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended.
