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Join us for our annual tree lighting! See Thurmont come aglow Saturday, November 25 at 6pm
Horse & Carriage Rides December 2, 11a-3p Get into the Holiday Season with a Horse & Carriage Ride in Thurmont on Saturday, December 2 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Carriage rides are by reservation only by calling the town office at 301-271-7313, press 0.
Rides are $10 per person no matter the age. Horse and carriages provided by Donnie Lampert, La a La Lambert a Carriage Company, La Lambert a Farms Inc. in Thurmont.
Christmas in Thurmont Sat. Dec. 2
At the Guardian Hose Company 9a-12:30 & 2-2:30 - Free photos with Santa
9a-Noon - Make & Take craft tables for kids up to 12 years old Adult Map stamping at local businesses. Adults enter to win with completed map for prizes. (Adult prize drawings at 3:30pm)
9a-2:30 - Enter to win prizes for children up to 17 years old (must be present to win. Drawings at 3pm)
2:30p - Dance performance by National Award Winning Esp Dancee 3:00p - Prize Drawings
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Shop at home for the holidays Buying local not only makes your life easier, but also helps stimulate your region’s economy. With the holiday season fast approaching, here are a few great reasons to do all of your Christmas shopping close to home. • Less distance, greater fuel savings. Shopping at neighborhood stores goes a long way toward minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. The holiday season is all about giving, so why not give back to the planet as well? Furthermore, try to do your Christmas shopping on foot as much as possible. After all, walking is excellent exercise! • Local shops, unlimited selection. Clothing boutiques, art galleries, spas, candy stores, bookstores – you’ll certainly find something to please everyone on your list by shopping local. Psst! If you’ve always wanted to check out that quaint little boutique at the corner of the street, now’s the time to do so! Who knows, you might make some amazing discoveries.
• Local vendors, superior service. Take advantage of local business owners’ expert knowledge when buying that perfect Christmas gift for your friend or family member. After all, your patronage is part of the reason they’re still in business! What’s more, keep in mind that returning and exchanging items is much simpler when you do business close to home. Bought the wrong size? Noticed a defect? Your local business owner can have the problem solved in a jiffy! • Quality products, fair prices. Have you noticed that certain products are slightly more expensive in smaller, local shops? Well, think about it: is it really worth driving to another city, looking for parking in crowded lots and racking up mileage just to save a few dollars? Logic states that you have everything to gain from shopping local. Remember: when you support small businesses, you contribute to the local economy and generate positive change in your community.
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Holiday shopping survival guide Do you dread the thought of navigating crowded stores, busy parking lots and long checkout lines? Here are a few tips to make your holiday shopping experience less of an ordeal.
Is there a Christmas market in your area? If so, don’t miss out on the opportunity to discover the work of talented local artists, entrepreneurs and craftspeople who set up shop each year in these festive marketplaces! Discover hundreds of unique, carefully crafted goods are waiting to be discovered!
GO AT THE RIGHT TIME There’s no doubt that weekends are a prime time for shopping. If possible, head to stores on a weekday or first thing in the morning. Waiting until the last minute will also mean contending with crowds. Keep in mind that many navigation apps allow you to see how busy a particular location is at a given time. KNOW WHAT YOU WANT To limit the amount of time you spend in stores, make a list and browse local retailers’ websites before you visit in person. This will ensure you know exactly where to go to get the best deals. Of course, you can also stick to shopping online, so long as you leave enough time for your packages to arrive before the holidays. AVOID HINDRANCES If you’re not a fan of shopping in general, you’ll want to ensure the experience isn’t any more unbearable than it needs to be. Among other things, you should: • Dress in comfortable layers, and wear appropriate walking shoes • Leave your car at home, if possible, to avoid searching for a parking spot • Refrain from shopping with people who are indecisive • Buy heavy items last so you don’t have to lug them around A special supplement to The Frederick News-Post • November 2023 • SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS | 5
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• A gift card. Select a gift card from a shop they love, such as a clothing store, restaurant or bookshop. If you’re not familiar with the teenager’s preferences, discreetly ask friends and family to find out for you.
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• An accessory that matches their hobby. If the teenager is into painting, a portable easel would be a lovely gift. If they’re into filming and posting videos on social media, a ring light or high-quality tripod would be perfect. Above all, make sure you don’t buy something they already own.
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• Tickets to a show. Tickets to comedy and music shows are becoming increasingly expensive. Therefore, gifting someone a pair of tickets is very generous! To avoid making a misstep, make sure you select a show they’ll enjoy. Have a chat beforehand and subtly ask who their favourite artists are.
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Wireless gaming headsets are among one of the top gifts for teenagers this holiday season. • Cash. As you know, teenagers no longer believe in Father Christmas and like to make their own choices. Cash or some mo ney via e-transfer will be a winning idea.
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15 handmade gift ideas Are you currently trying to figure out what presents to give your loved ones this Christmas? Handmade gifts are becoming increasingly popular! In an age when you can order a gift online with the click of a mouse, taking the time to make a handmade gift is a meaningful gesture. A gift that you make yourself reflects the love and care you have for the person receiving it.
3. Jewelry, like a bracelet, ring or necklace
Whether you’re skilled in crafts or cooking, here’s a list of 15 thoughtful gift ideas you can make for your loved ones:
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4. Bath bombs 5. Scented candles 6. Picture frames 7. Jams or spreads 8. Christmas decorations, such as wreaths or baubles 9. Marinades 10. Spice mixes 11. Clay pots 13. Fancy soaps
1. Knitted accessories, like a throw, scarf or pair of slippers
14. Body care products, such as creams or exfoliants
2. Alcohol, such as gin, beer or wine
15. Cork drink coasters
Buy all the materials you need to make great gifts in your local shops!
3 DIY Christmas ornaments + decorations Crafting your own Christmas ornaments and decorations adds a personal touch to your home decor and brings a sense of warmth and nostalgia to the festivities. Here are three easy DIY Christmas decorations you can make with your family.
of glue, then sprinkle glitter all over to create a magical snowy effect.
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Hand-painted wooden ornaments. Gather some wooden craft ornaments, acrylic paints and brushes and let your creativity run wild. Paint festive designs like snowflakes, holly, reindeer or Santa Claus. Personalize them with your family members’ names for an extra special touch.
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Festive Mason jar lanterns. Coat the exterior of simple Mason jars with a layer
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Place a small LED candle or string lights inside each jar to emit a warm, twinkling glow from your mantle, dining table or any cozy nook in your home.
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Felted snowflake garland. Cut snow flake shapes from white and light blue felt and stitch them together with a needle and thread.
Add a touch of sparkle with silver beads or sequins. Hang the garland along banisters, walls or above doorways to add a festive vibe to your home. Ready to start crafting your own Christmas ornaments and decorations? Visit your local craft stores today to pick up all the supplies you need to bring these
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• A cozy fleece jumper • A heated accessory, like slippers or a coverlet
• A small portable heater
• Fleece underwear, such as leggings or an undershirt
• A large, heavy blanket
• Merino wool socks
• An insulated bottle or mug
• Hand and foot warmers for outdoor activities
• A pair of soft, one-piece pajamas – that also cover their feet • A handmade wool scarf • A set of comforting hot drinks, like herbal teas and coffees • A heated mattress cover • A towel warmer
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What about scented candles, an electric fireplace, hot yoga classes or an all-inclusive getaway in the sun? Depending on your budget, there’s no shortage of ideas to satisfy someone who’s shivering from morning to night. Visit your local shops to find the perfect gift.
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Holiday Happenings
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find the perfect way to spend the holiday season with friends and family Candlelight Tours: A Season of Charity
Friday, November 24 Frosty Friday: Downtown Frederick 8:00am to 9:00pm / Free Kick off your holiday season with all day shopping in Downtown Frederick! Parking is free, shops open early and stay open late, and Downtown Frederick is filled with holiday cheer and decoration. For more information and schedule of events, visit downtownfrederick. org/frostyfriday
4:00 to 7:00pm $8/adult, $5/youth ages 7-18 and free for children ages 6 and under As you stroll down illuminated walkways you will encounter costumed interpreters from Mother Seton’s world and see the historic homes that she lived in, each tastefully decorated for the season. Join the students and Sisters as they joyfully prepare their gifts for nearby families who are poor. May this Season of Charity enter your heart as you take this unique experience with you.
Amateurs, professionals, and families are invited to participate in this annual event showcasing the holiday season through sight and smell. All Gingerbread and Wreath entries should reflect the general mood of “The Holidays”. Select floral and gingerbread pieces will be available in the annual Scents & Sweets Silent Auction. Bid throughout the night to take home a holiday piece! Sponsored by Uncle Ralph’s Bakery
Guided tours begin every 30 minutes from 4pm-7pm. The Visitor Center, Basilica and Gift Shop will be open until 8:30pm each night. Tours start Nov. 24 and run until Dec. 3.
Candlelight House Tour
Maryland Christmas Show The Frederick Fairgrounds 797 East Patrick St, Frederick 10:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday; 10:00am to 4:00pm on Sunday $10 adult / $4 child For the 40th season visitors from near and far will discover the joys of shopping at Maryland’s premier Christmas event. The Maryland Christmas Show, brings together many fine artisans and merchants to make your holiday shopping an enjoyable event. For more information email marylandchristmas showoffice@gmail.com.
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Rescue Company, the Europeanstyle Holiday Popup Marketplace hosted by Brunswick Main Street, and the Brunswick Area Recreation Council’s Santa Stroll & Jingle Bell Run that gets everyone moving for charity. The day concludes with the cheery lights and music of the City of Brunswick’s Holiday Parade and tree lighting with cocoa for all!
Saturday, December 2 Sponsored by Celebrate Frederick Recurring daily Saturday and Sunday. This self-guided walking tour takes visitors inside private homes elaborately adorned with holiday decor throughout Historic Frederick. Visitors are delighted year after year with the architectural nuances, decorations, and historical significance of these magnificent homes. Advance ticket purchase recommended as they are likely to sell out – celebratefrederick.com/events/ holidays/candlelight-house-tour.
Thursday, November 30 Scents & Sweets Competition and Auction
Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S. Carroll St, Frederick Starts at 5:30pm / Free The 2023 Holiday Committee of Celebrate Frederick, Inc. would like to invite you to a creative competition
Brunswick Hometown Holidays Brunswick Main Street 1 E Potomac St, Brunswick 8:00am to 7:00pm / Free Local Brunswick organizations work together to kick off the holiday season with a full day of activities, including Breakfast with Santa at the Brunswick Volunteer Fire &
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City of Brunswick Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting 1 West Potomac St, Brunswick 4:00 to 8:00pm / Free Join us in downtown Brunswick for our Annual Holiday Parade and City Tree Lighting. Parade starts at 5pm. City Tree Lighting to follow.
Walkersville 6th Annual Festive Christkindlmarket 10:00am-3:00pm Presented by Walkersville Historical Society. Walkersville celebrates the holiday season that highlights the town’s rich German history. A parade draws the community together to initiate the festivities and usher St. Nick to town. Five locations feature an array of artisans, crafters, and direct sales vendors that are a short stroll through the quaint streets dressed in holiday splendor. The two historic churches will offer homemade food and sweet treats for sale. Mrs. Claus will visit the library to share a special story with children and the young at heart. Old St. Nick and his merry helpers greet visitors at each venue.
Sunday, December 3 Holiday Speakeasy Market
Tenth Ward Distilling Company 55 E. Patrick St, Frederick 1:00 to 4:00pm Ready to party like it’s 1933? We’re celebrating the Repeal of Prohibition (a few days early) along with The Frederick NewsPost’s Uncapped Podcast here at The X! Join us for music from The Dapper DJs, speakeasy-themed shopping from local vendors, and of course spirit tastings and festive, specialty cocktails.
Ceremony of Carols: A Frederick Chorale Christmas St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 118 E. 2nd St, Frederick 4:00 to 5:30pm Sunday and Monday; Free admission The Frederick Chorale will perform a holiday concert at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in downtown Frederick. This event will showcase traditional choral music as well as well known carols; it will be fun most ages.
Presented by Celebrate Frederick Each year the Festival of Lights brings the true spirit of the season to young and old alike. Holiday greetings, carols, and an inspirational message are all part of this community tradition-based event that highlights the true meaning of the holiday season. Attendees join in the program with a moving candle lighting ceremony, filling the courtyard with magnificent light.
Saturday, December 16 Friday, December 8 Kris Kringle Procession
Downtown Frederick 6:30pm / Free Join us for the Annual Kris Kringle Procession sponsored by Wawa and presented in partnership with Key 103 through the streets of Downtown Frederick! The event begins at the corner of South Carroll and East Patrick streets and ends in Baker Park. The procession mirrors the small town charm that makes Frederick so special during the holidays. Local children dressed as reindeer, snowflakes, angels, elves, and gifts will accompany costumed characters, some modern, some traditional, through Frederick’s downtown streets.
ESP Theatre Company present: Bah Humbug
New Spire Arts 15 W. Patrick St, Frederick 7:30 to 9:30pm Michael Harris & Friends bring the fully improvised version of A Christmas Carol to Frederick! You get to choose your own Scrooge as four brilliant improvisers turn your suggestions into a never seen before, never to be seen again reboot of the Dickens’ classic. Hilarious, unpredictable, and full of audience participation, Bah Humbug is everything you never knew was in the story of Scrooge. If you love A Christmas Carol, if you hate A Christmas Carol, then Bah Humbug is for you. Also showing on Dec. 23
Catch a holiday show or concert at the Weinberg Center: NOV. 25
Tuba Christmas NOV. 28
A Chanticleer Christmas NOV. 30
Follow the procession to the Baker Park Band Shell for a closing ceremony full of holiday cheer including carols, lighting of the City Christmas Tree and, special messages from much-loved characters including the Snow Queen and Kris Kringle himself!
Sara Evans Christmas Show DEC. 1
A Motown Christmas
Sunday, December 10 Frederick Holiday Market at Carroll Creek Park
50 Carroll Creek Way, Frederick 10:00am to 4:00pm / Free The Frederick Holiday Market is the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit. With a wide variety of vendors and artisans, you’ll find unique gifts, delicious treats, and so much more!
Friday, December 15 Festival of Lights
101 N Court St, Frederick 7:00pm / Free
Tuesday, December 26 Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship
4:00 to 9:00pm Presented by Visit Frederick. This special open house celebrates Frederick’s stunning architecture, local history, and the holiday season. Stop by the information center at 19 E Church Street to pick up a printed map of participating sites and other information about Frederick including restaurants, lodging and more.
DEC. 8-10
Maryland Regional Ballet presents: The Nutcracker DEC. 15
Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s Fun Company - A Christmas Carol
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Are you struggling to find multiple presents for each member of your family? Consider buying one big gift for everyone instead! This option has multiple benefits, such as saving you time and energy from running to different stores, treating your family to something enjoyable and creating a moment of happiness for everyone at once.
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What exactly is a family gift? It can vary depending on your family’s interests, ages and preferences. The key is to ensure everyone agrees on the gift to avoid disappointment. Here are some ideas to consider: • A home cinema system for entertaining evenings in high definition. • An upright or grand piano, so everyone can practice their scales.
• A spa or swimming pool so you can relax or have all the fun you want.
• A trip, like a ski weekend or a getaway to an exotic destination.
• A pet, ideally one adopted from a shelter.
• A gourmet dinner to treat your taste buds • A stay at an inn. • Tickets to a show – now’s the time to choose a big one!
• An all-terrain vehicle, like a side-by-side that can accommodate four to six passengers.
Visit your local retailers and merchants today to find the gift that will delight your whole family this holiday season.
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INGREDIENTS Servings: 12 • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and halved • 1 cup fresh Italian parsley • 150 grams spreadable cheese, such as Boursin • 12 savoury tart shells
• 1 English cucumber, cut lengthways with a mandolin into 2millimetre-thick slices • Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS 1. Finely dice half the red bell pepper. Set aside. Cut the other half into small stars using a cookie cutter. Set aside.
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2. Finely chop the parsley, reserving a few whole leaves. In a bowl, combine the chopped parsley, diced pepper and cheese spread. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture into each tart shell. 3. Spear a star on one end of a toothpick. At the other end, thread a strip of cucumber in a zigzag pattern to create a Christmas tree form. Repeat this step for the other bites. 4. Attach a Christmas tree to each tart. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves and serve on a pretty plate. A special supplement to The Frederick News-Post • November 2023 • SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS | 15
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Holiday Treats delectable recipes for a memorable holiday season
Aperol spritz with a hint of rosemary INGREDIENTS • A few ice cubes • 2 orange segments • 2 ounces sparkling wine • 1.5 ounces Aperol • 0.5 ounce rosemary simple syrup • Club soda • 1 sprig fresh rosemary DIRECTIONS 1. Place a few ice cubes and the orange segments in a glass. Pour in the sparkling wine, Aperol and simple syrup. Top up with club soda. 2. Stir gently with a cocktail spoon and garnish with the rosemary sprig. ROSEMARY SIMPLE SYRUP
Pour 1 cup of white sugar and 1 cup of water into a saucepan. Heat until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from the heat and add 3 sprigs of fresh rosemary. When the mixture has cooled, pour into an airtight container and store in the fridge to use in your favorite cocktails.
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WA S H I N G T O N C O U N T Y M U S E U M O F F I N E A RT S The museum will be open until 8 p.m. Fridays, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22. Enjoy the lights in City Park and a visit to the museum. Please, no food or drink in the museum. Friday, Dec. 1, 5 to 8 p.m. City Park Lighting. The museum will be open for the public to see exhibitions and enjoy the holiday decorations, during this annual City Park event. Holiday lights are turned on at 7 p.m. Free admission. Saturday, Dec. 2, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Illustrated Winter Cards workshop with artist Seth Holmes. $75 for museum members, $80 for general public. Register in advance. Tuesday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wreath
Making with Sukey Rankin. $60 for museum members, $70 for general public. Register in advance. Friday, Dec. 8, 5 to 8 p.m. Holiday Night: Storytime and Hot Cocoa. Enjoy a festive hot chocolate bar, guided tours of Childhood Favorites: 100 Years of Children’s Book Illustration, storytime, music and more. Free admission. Friday, Dec. 15, 5 to 8 p.m. Holiday Night: Picasso and Mulled Wine. Enjoy a glass of
mulled wine, and nosh from a savory and sweet charcuterie board, then take a tour of Picasso on Paper. Mulled wine for visitors over 21. Free admission. Friday, Dec. 22, 5 to 8 p.m. Holiday Night: Last Minute Shopping. Treat yourself to a relaxing moment amid the holiday hustle and bustle. Special discounts in our Holiday Store. Register for some of these events by calling 301-739-5727.
Extended hours! Fun activities! 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown Tuesday - Friday, 10-5, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-5, Closed Mondays and major holidays Free Admission & Free Parking. Visit us at wcmfa.org 22 | SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAY • November 2023 • A special supplement to The Frederick News-Post
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