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On the cover: Paula Davis, 59, left, is assisted by Laverne Hewlett, 59, while using a walker in Davis’ kitchen on May 10. Davis is recovering from leg surgery, and is receiving support by Hewlett after the two were linked through The Americorps Senior Companion program.

Staff photo by Katina Zentz

‘Giving and blessing’

Companion program links older county residents together through volunteering

BY EMMETT GARTNER SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

For Frederick County residents over the age of 55, a local program is instilling a sense of community and joy for those who volunteer and assist neighbors in their age group.

The Americorps Seniors Senior Companion program, which is administered by the Asian American Center of Frederick, has broad goals of boosting volunteerism for older county residents.

But its process of linking volunteers with residents who need support in everyday life, from running errands to attending doctor appointments, brings more tangible outcomes for both the volunteers and those they help.

Laverne Hewlett, 59, started volunteering for the program earlier this year. Hewlett is a self-described introvert who says she often doesn’t leave the house unless it’s for a good reason.

Through the senior companion program, however, Hewlett has been drawn closer to Paula Davis, also 59, as Hewlett helps Davis recover from a recent surgery.

Together, the two run errands, enjoy each other’s company, and

attend community events hosted by AACF. Both Hewlett and Davis said the senior companion program is introducing them to people and communities they never would have come across otherwise.

“Being involved with this forces me to step outside of my comfort zone and do something, and interact and meet people, which usually turns out to be a good thing,” Hewlett said. “But I have to have that reason to do it, because it’s not something that I will innately do on my own.”

Hewlett and Davis were both active volunteers for their community and

church, Strong Tower Christian Church in Frederick, before joining the seniors companion program and appreciated its goals.

Hewlett said she spent time working in nursing homes and caring for older people, and enrolling in the program was a natural continuation of that role for her.

“This was just the next step to continue giving and blessing others,” Hewlett said.

Similarly, Davis and her love of volunteering had her latch on to the program, which she’s enjoyed ever since.

“ I love the idea of seniors helping others. I really think seniors need to kind of look out for each other.

JIM WEED, volunteer

She reflected on an event the pair attended for local fire and rescue employees, where the two brought gift baskets and mingled with other community members.

“That was wonderful,” Davis said. “My granddaughter, she still talks about it.”

For others participating in the program, its volunteerism provides working family members with much needed support for them and their parents.

Najeeba Ansari, 34, emigrated to the United States from Afghanistan in 2017. Her father Jawar, 71, and

mother Ata, 64, joined her a few years later, shortly after Kabul fell to Taliban control.

Because of her father’s medical condition, Najeeba has spent hours of her time since their arrival navigating the bureaucratic red tape of the U.S. healthcare system and other related paperwork, all while commuting to Germantown for her job at a biotech company.

The senior companion program assists the family by providing Ata with a small hourly wage and a transportation stipend for caring for her husband, while also enlisting

other volunteers to help take Jawar to appointments and spend time with the family.

One of the companions is also Afghan, which allows Jawar and Ata to chat with them in their native language, since the couple isn’t fluent in English.

“It’s really important for my father to speak with someone who knows the language and shares the same things,” like Afghan foods and celebrations of important holidays, Najeeba said.

The companion and his family also bring their grandchildren to the Ansari’s house, which Najeeba said is beneficial for her Ata, who misses her own grandchildren who aren’t around.

“Introducing us with this family, it helps my mom and dad to be a little bit more socialized,” Najeeba said.

The program, which AACF introduced in 2021, also cuts down on Najeeba’s driving time and gives her a much needed respite from all the tasks associated with her parents’ care.

It also frees up time for the Ansaris to do things they enjoy, like going for walks around their Urbana neighborhood, as well as visits to the Baltimore Aquarium, and most recently, to the National Mall for the cherry blossoms.

Najeeba said because her mother is a 24/7 caretaker for her father, having a companion around also gives Ata occasional opportunities to relax on her own.

The Ansaris, like Hewlett and

Davis, also enjoy community events through AACF where they can socialize.

“Whatever happens in the community, they let us know so we can get that advantage,” Najeeba said.

Frank Sainfort, an administrative assistant for AACF, said these outcomes are exactly what the program is designed to do.

“We want to engage seniors the best way possible,” Sainfort said. “And we want to give them a chance to be home and be part of the community.”

Sainfort said the program is especially significant in combating isolation and loneliness brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. For those uncomfortable with leaving their house, the seniors companion program steps in by bringing someone to them.

Jim Weed, 64, said he decided to take part after his wife had a major medical event and moved to a nursing home, which left him isolated during the start of the pandemic.

“I found myself alone for very long periods of time,” Weed said. “And I thought I can’t possibly be the only one around with this problem. When I heard about this program, I thought, ‘This is it.’”

Since January, Weed has been a companion for a few other seniors and looks forward to forging more connections down the line.

His admiration of the community service the program provides aligns with the same benefits others have described, which he said is vital for people in his age group.

“I love the idea of seniors helping others, Weed said. “I really think seniors need to kind of look out for each other.”

Paula Davis, 59, left, sits with Laverne Hewlett, 59, at Davis’ apartment on May 10. Davis is recovering from leg surgery, and is receiving support by Hewlett after the two were linked through The Americorps Senior Companion program.

Staff photo by Katina Zentz

How empty nesters can overcome boredom

Raising children is a significant responsibility. Parents know there’s no such thing as a day off, which is why the first day they come home to an empty nest can be so confounding.

After roughly two busy and likely hectic decades or more of looking after their children, parents whose sons or daughters have left home for the first time may experience feelings of sadness and loss. That’s not unusual, as the Mayo Clinic notes it’s a phenomenon known as “empty nest syndrome.” Though it’s not a clinical diagnosis, empty nest syndrome can be a difficult hurdle to overcome, especially for parents who find themselves suddenly bored after years of being so busy. Empty nesters looking to banish boredom can consider these strategies.

n Give your home a new look. Parents go to great lengths to make their homes welcoming safe havens for their children. Moms and dads often joke that, between play rooms and study areas, kids get the bulk of the real estate under their roofs. Now that the children have moved out, parents can take back

that space and refresh their homes. A home that’s adapted for empty nesters will look quite different from one designed for families with young children. So a renovation or redesign can provide plenty of work that can fill idle time and instill a sense of excitement about the future.

n Become a weekend road warrior. Newly minted empty nesters are likely still working full-time. But now that there’s no soccer practices or band recitals taking up valuable real estate on your weekend schedule, Saturdays and Sundays can provide perfect opportunities to travel. Plan routine weekend getaways,

choosing different locales for each trip.

n Reconnect with old friends. Some individuals experiencing empty nest syndrome may be hesitant to admit they’re experiencing feelings of sadness and loneliness. But a recent Sky Mobile study of parents of teenagers in England found that 47 percent were fretting about having an empty nest.

n Replace kids’ activities with your own. After years of toting kids from one extracurricular activity to another, empty nesters can now do the same for themselves. Visit local community centers and libraries and ask about classes for adults. Many offer classes on everything from crafts to sports. Adults also can research continuing education programs at local colleges and universities if they’re interested in a career change or pursuing an advanced degree for personal enrichment.

Newly minted empty nesters can look at their empty nest as an opportunity to engage in activities that pique their interests after years of catering to the needs and wants of their children.

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Montevue to transition to helping more adults age in place

For THE FREDERICK NEWS-POST

Frederick County’s growing senior population soon will have more services available to help them remain in their homes as they age. The county-owned Montevue Assisted Living facility will shift from an institutional model to a service coordination model, providing services to more seniors.

“Frederick County has a moral obligation to help our most vulnerable seniors,” County Executive Fitzwater said. “Montevue’s mission remains unchanged, and we honor the history of the land while adapting to what today’s seniors need. The

next chapter of Montevue’s story allows us to serve people where they want to be.”

The service coordination model was recommended by a group of local advocates, including residents Cindy Powell and Melanie Cox. “Frederick County has a long history of utilizing government, nonprofit and business services to support seniors, but it has been piecemeal, often leaving the poorest and frailest to find their own way,” Powell and Cox wrote in a joint statement.

“Creating an innovative systemic Service Coordination model can make the best use of all resources, improve quality of life and help seniors age in place at home and continue to make their own decisions.”

A work group of stakeholders will inform the county and Aurora as they develop the Service Coordination process.

As a part of the transition to this new model, Aurora Health Management will ensure that seniors living at Montevue and their families have a transition plan that is focused on their best interests. The company will manage the physical transition of assisted living services.

“Aurora Health Management is excited to assist Fredrick County’s mandate to support all elderly in need,” said CEO Robert G. Owens. “The development of the Service Coordination Program will offer services to all County senior citizens

regardless of geography within the county.”

Fitzwater announced the change recently while standing at the site where a new 84-unit senior living facility will be built on the same historic parcel of land that once held an almshouse.

“Aging in place can only occur if an individual has stable, affordable housing,” said Kathy Schey, director of the Division of Aging and Independence.

The comprehensive plan announced today includes the addition of these independent living units as well as adding 55 more beds at Citizens Care and Rehabilitation Center for those who require skilled nursing.

When you find yourself an empty nester, look for new ways to stay active and involved.

Grow your social network as you age

BY JUDITH GRAHAM KFF HEALTH NEWS

Friends sitting around a table, talking and laughing. A touch on the arm, as one of them leans over to make a confiding comment. A round of hugs before walking out the door.

For years, Carole Leskin, 78, enjoyed this close camaraderie with five women in Moorestown, New Jersey, a group that took classes together, gathered for lunch several times a week, celebrated holidays with one another, and socialized frequently at their local synagogue.

Leskin was different from the other women — unmarried, living alone, several years younger — but they welcomed her warmly, and she basked in the feeling of belonging. Although she met people easily, Leskin had always been something of a loner and her intense involvement with this group was something new.

Then, just before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, it was over. Within two years, Marlene died of cancer. Lena had a fatal heart attack. Elaine succumbed to injuries after a car accident. Margie died of sepsis after an infection. Ruth passed away after an illness. Leskin was on her own again, without anyone to commiserate or share her worries with as pandemic restrictions went into effect and waves of fear swept through her community. “The loss, the isolation; it was horrible,” she told me.

What can older adults who have lost their closest friends and family members do as they contemplate the future without them? If, as research has found, good relationships are essential to health and well-being in later life, what happens when connections forged over the years end?

It would be foolish to suggest these relationships can easily be replaced: They can’t. There’s no substitute for people who’ve known you a long time, who understand you deeply, who’ve been there for you reliably in times of need, and who give you a sense of being anchored in the world. Still, opportunities to create bonds with

other people exist, and “it’s never too late to develop meaningful relationships,” said Robert Waldinger, a clinical professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development.

That study, now in its 85th year, has shown that people with strong connections to family, friends, and their communities are “happier, physically healthier, and live longer than people who are less well connected,” according to The Good Life: Lessons From the World’s Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, a new book describing its findings, co-written by Waldinger and Marc Schulz, the Harvard study’s associate director.

Waldinger’s message of hope involves recognizing that relationships aren’t only about emotional closeness, though that’s important. They’re also a source of social support, practical help, valuable information, and ongoing engagement with the world around us. And all these benefits remain possible, even when cherished family and friends pass on.

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Determined to escape what she called “solitary confinement,” Leskin devoted time to writing a blog about aging and reaching out to readers who got in touch with her. She joined a virtual travel site, Heygo, and began taking tours around the world. On that site, she found a community of people with common interests, including five (two in Australia, one in Ecuador, one in Amsterdam, and one in New York City) who’ve become treasured friends.

“Between [Facebook] Messenger and email, we write like old-fashioned pen pals, talking about the places we’ve visited,” she told me. “It has been lifesaving.”

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the back-and-forth chatter among people you’ve met there. “That can be nourishing and stimulating,” Waldinger said. Or, say, a woman from your neighborhood has volunteered to give you rides to the doctor. “Maybe you don’t know each other well or confide in each other, but that person is providing practical help you really need,” he said.

Even casual contacts — the person you chat with in the coffee shop or a cashier you see regularly at the local supermarket — “can give us a significant hit of well-being,” Waldinger said. Sometimes, the friend of a friend is the person who points you to an important resource in your community you wouldn’t otherwise know about.

After losing her group of friends, Leskin suffered several health setbacks — a mild stroke, heart failure, and, recently, a nonmalignant brain tumor — that left her unable to leave the house most of the time. About 4.2 million people 70 and older are similarly “homebound” — a figure that has risen dramatically in recent years, according to a study released in December 2021.

Still, Leskin can’t call on these long-distance virtual friends to come over if she needs help, to share a meal, or to provide the warmth of a physical presence. “I miss that terribly,” she said.

Research confirms that virtual connections yield mixed results. On one hand, older adults who routinely connect with other people via cellphones and computers are less likely to be socially isolated than those who don’t, several studies suggest. Shifting activities for older adults such as exercise classes, social hours, and writing groups online has helped many people remain engaged while staying safe during the pandemic, noted Kasley Killam, executive director of Social Health Labs, an organization focused on reducing loneliness and fostering social connections.

But when face-to-face contact with other people diminishes significantly — or disappears altogether, as was true for millions of older adults in the past three years — seniors are more likely to be lonely and depressed, other studies have found.

“If you’re in the same physical location as a friend or family member, you don’t have to be talking all the time:You can just sit together and feel comfortable. These low-pressure social interactions can mean a lot to older adults and that can’t be replicated in a virtual environment,” said Ashwin Kotwal, an assistant professor

When face-to-face contact with other people diminishes significantly, seniors are more likely to be lonely and depressed, other studies have found.

of medicine in the division of geriatrics at the University of California-San Francisco who has studied the effects of engaging with people virtually.

Meanwhile, millions of seniors — disproportionately those who are low-income, represent racial and ethnic minorities, or are older than 80 — can’t afford computers or broadband access or aren’t comfortable using anything but the phone to reach out to others.

Liz Blunt, 76, of Arlington, Texas, is among them. She hasn’t recovered from her husband’s death in September 2021 from non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a blood cancer. Several years earlier, Blunt’s closest friend, Janet, died suddenly on a cruise to Southeast Asia, and two other close friends, Vicky and Susan, moved to other parts of the country.

“I have no one,” said Blunt, who doesn’t have a cellphone and admitted to being “technologically unsavvy.”

When we first spoke in mid-March, Blunt had seen only one person she knows fairly well in the past 4½ months. Because she has several serious health issues, she has been extremely cautious about catching covid and hardly goes

out. “I’m not sure where to turn to make friends,” she said. “I’m not going to go somewhere and take my mask off.”

But Blunt hadn’t given up altogether. In 2016, she’d started a local group for “elder orphans” (people without spouses or children to depend on). Though it sputtered out during the pandemic, Blunt thought she might reconnect with some of those people, and she sent out an email inviting them to lunch.

On March 25, eight women met outside at a restaurant and talked for 2½ hours. “They want to get together again,” Blunt told me when I called again, with a note of eagerness in her voice. “Looking in the mirror, I can see the relief in my face. There are people who care about me and are concerned about me. We’re all in the same situation of being alone at this stage of life — and we can help each other.”

KFF Health News, formerly known as Kaiser Health News (KHN), is a national newsroom that produces in-depth journalism about health issues and is one of the core operating programs of KFF — the independent source for health policy research, polling and journalism.

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SENIOR REC COUNCIL

For more information on the Senior Rec Council and events, visit srcfrederick.org.

Duckpin Bowling — 1-3 p.m. Thursdays, Walkersville Bowling Lanes, 44 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville. Recreational bowling. Participants pay for cost of bowling. Contact Gerald at 240-651-1865 or gvblessing@comcast.net.

Thursdays Bridge — 1 to 4 p.m., Spring Ridge Senior Apartments, call Judy at 336-662-2889. Reservations required.

Exercise — 8:50 to 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, William Talley Rec Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. $2 per session. Call Susan at 301-695-1785 or jsusan481@aol. com.

Talley SRC Book Group —

10:15 a.m. third Monday of the month, William R. Talley Rec Center, Classroom A (ground floor) 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Jane at 501-6588680 or janehufstedler@gmail.com.

Taney SRC Book Group — 2:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month, Frederick Senior Center, 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick. Mary Ann at 301-6626199 or mafoltz919@verizon.net.

Bicycling — As scheduled March through November, weather permitting. Helmets required. Rides vary. Kathy at 301-606-0064 or sailawayhr@comcast.net.

Bocce — 8 a.m. to noon Fridays, Baker Park, Frederick, May through September. Terri at 301-508-0283 or cyclechick54@outlook.com.

Softball — Practice 6 p.m. Wednesdays, April through September. Games on Fridays at 6:30 p.m. Pinecliff Park, Frederick. Open to women over 40 and men over 50. Associated activity costs. Call Adrian at 301-662-6623.

FREDERICK KEYS BASEBALL HOME GAMES

Tickets $9 to $15. Games at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. mlbdraftleague.com/frederick or 301815-9939.

July 1 — 6 p.m, West Virginia Black Bears

July 2 — 1 p.m., West Virginia Black Bears

July 3 — 6 p.m., Trenton Thunder

July 7 — 7 p.m., Williamsport Crosscutters

July 8 — 6 p.m., Williamsport Crosscutters

July 9 — 1 p.m., Williamsport Crosscutters

July 18 and 19 — 7 p.m., West Virginia Black Bears

July 20 — noon, West Virginia Black Bears

July 27 and 28 — 7 p.m., Trenton Thunder

FREDERICK ATLANTIC LEAGUE PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL HOME GAMES

Tickets $9 to $15. Games at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Frederick. Tickets at frederickatlanticleague.com or 301815-9939.

July 4 — 4 p.m., Gastonia Honey Hunters

July 5 and 6 — 5 p.m., Gastonia Honey Hunters

July 21 — 7 p.m., Charleston Dirty Birds

July 22 — 6 p.m., Charleston Dirty Birds, post-game fireworks, jersey auction for National Foundation for Cancer Research

July 23 — 1 p.m., Charleston Dirty Dogs

July 29 — 6 p.m., High Point Rockers

July 30 — noon, High Point Rockers

July 31 — 7 p.m., High Point Rockers

JULY 1

All Levels Yoga Class

Saturdays through October. With experienced instructors from Yogamour studio. BYO mat and water. $15 donation suggested.

Time: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Location: FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick Contact: 301-662-4190 or frederickartscouncil.org

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick

Also July 7 and 8. Journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past. Nearly 300 years of war, executions and revenge. True documented stories of the paranormal with Maryland’s oldest operating Ghost Tour. Uncover political savvy and defiant citizens, patriots from the Revolutionary War, beckoning soldiers from the Civil War. Reservations recommended. $15.

Time: 8:15 p.m.

Location: Begins at Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery, 124 N. Market St., Frederick Contact: 301-668-8922 or marylandghosttours.com

JULY 2

ESL Beginners Conversation Class

For adults who want to practice their English to a conversation class. Hosted by Literacy Council of Frederick County. Registration is required. Free.

Time: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Location: Walkersville Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville Contact: 301-600-8200 or frederickliteracy.org

Bingo

Every Sunday evening for fun and community with weekly bingo games. All welcome. Doors open at 5 p.m., games at 7 p.m. Food and beverages available for purchase.

Time: 5 p.m.

Location: Beth Sholom Congregation, 1011 N. Market St., Frederick Contact: 301-663-3437 or bethsholomfrederick.org

JULY 3

Duplicate Bridge

Frederick Bridge Club duplicate games allow you to hone your skills and make new, like-minded friends. All are welcome, no membership requirements. We’ll even guarantee you a partner. On the first Monday and Thursday of every month. $7.

Time: Noon to 4 p.m.

Location: Orioles Nest 331, 1037 W. Patrick St., Frederick

Contact: 301-254-4727 or bridgewebs.com/frederick

Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival

Continues nightly through July 8. Rides, games, fireworks, nightly entertainment, food. July 3 — The Full Effect Band; July 4 — Mike Kuster and The Catoctin Cowboys, bingo in the hall; July 5 — 5.5 Men Band; July 6 — Tall in the Saddle, bingo in the hall; July 7 — music by Feehan Brothers followed by fireworks; July 8 — The Slipback Band. Ride night specials.

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Walkersville Volunteer Fire Co. carnival grounds, West Frederick Street, Walkersville

Contact: walkersvillefire.com

Manchester Volunteer Fire Dept. Carnival

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

Time: 5 to 11 p.m.

Location; Carnival grounds, 3297 York St., Manchester

Contact: manchestervfd.org

JULY 4

Frederick’s 4th: An Independence Day Celebration

Two stages of entertainment, familyfriendly rides and amusements, food trucks, beer gardens, fireworks.

Time: Noon to dusk

Location: Baker Park, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick

Contact: 301-600-2844 or celebratefrederick.com

Pride on the Patio

Weekly LGBTQIA social mixer. Relaxed an casual. Happy hour pricing, full menu available; drink special Gender Fluid. 21 and older.

Time: 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Location: Showroom, 882 N. East St.,

Frederick

Contact: 240-409-8858 or facebook. com/prideonthepatio

JULY 5

A House Divided: Civil War

The Civil War tested and consumed the country for more than four years. Explore how this great conflict and subsequent Reconstruction period are depicted through the traditional mediums of painting and sculpture, as well as the then new medium of photography. Presenter: Smithsonian American Art Museum. Free, preregister.

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual 50+ Center; Also online @ Emmitsburg, Frederick, Urbana 50+ Centers

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6007020

FAC After Hours: Joe Keyes Improv

Jazz

Equal parts frontman, poet, and conductor, Joe Keyes leads his nine-

piece Late Bloomer Band through a fresh concoction of funk, R&B, soul, rock, and jazz while drawing on the musical auras of Miles Davis, Gil Scott-Heron, Sun Ra, and early Parliament-Funkadelic. Free.

Time: 7 p.m.

Location: FAC Art Center, 5 E. Second St., Frederick

Contact: 301-662-4190 or frederickartscouncil.org

Swing Dance

Every first Wednesday through Oct.

4. Amanda Comi and friends of Revolution Modern Dance offer a beginner lesson covering swing and blues basics. Social dancing follows. Beverages and small packaged snacks will be available for purchase, proceeds support Sky Stage and the Frederick Arts Council. Beer/wine for 21+ with ID. $5 to $10 suggested or pay what you can.

Time: 7 to 10 p.m.

Location: FAC’s Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick Contact: 301-662-4190 or

revolutionmoderndance.com

JULY 6

The Hagerstown and Frederick Railway Exhibit

Continues through Dec. 31. From 1896 until 1954, a network of interurban trolley lines were built linking communities across Frederick and Washington counties. This exhibit presents the history of these electric railways and how they changed the landscape and communities of Frederick County. View historical photographs and artifacts from the trolleys and a map showing the various routes that comprised the overall system at its height of operation. Presented in partnership with the Hagerstown and Frederick Railroad Historical Society. $12 adults, $10 ages 60 and older.

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday

Location: Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick Contact: 301-663-1188 or frederickhistory.org

Alive @ Five: Southern Charm

Live music. Outdoor happy hour. Ages 21 and older only, with ID. $6 entry plus $6 drinks. Food available for purchase.

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.

Location: Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick

Contact: 301-698-8118 or downtownfrederick.org

Get the Led Out: A Celebration of “The Mighty Zep”

Captures the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin. $45 to $75.

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, Pa.

Contact: 717-337-8200 or gettysburgmajestic.org

JULY 8

159th Anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy Commemoration Weekend

Continues July 9. Known as “The battle that saved Washington.” Events

Have confidence in every conversation.

Do you find it difficult to use a standard phone? Do people ask you to repeat yourself during telephone conversations? Do you miss important calls because you can’t hear the phone ring? The Maryland Accessible Telecommunications (MAT) program is here to help by giving Maryland residents the opportunity to apply for State-provided telecommunications equipment to independently make and receive calls. Once you qualify, a skilled evaluator meets with you to determine the best device to support your day-to-day communications. The MAT program has a variety of equipment solutions to support clearer communication, including:

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will include special ranger programs, along with military living history demonstrations and exhibits. You can also attend firing demonstrations by both infantry and artillery throughout the day. Free.

Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location: Monocacy National Battlefield Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick

Contact: 301-662-3515 or nps.gov/ mono

Motown: The Golden Years Dance

For ages 45 and older. Music by DJ Gene King Productions. Dress codes is ’70s and ’80s look. Tickets are advance sales only, no tickets sold at the door. $30, $25 for ages 65 and older.

Time: 7 p.m. to midnight

Location: Cortland Manor, 19411

Cortland Manor Drive, Hagerstown

Contact: https://tinyurl.com/msy2suf8 for tickets

JULY 9

Second Sunday Tree Walk

Guided tour with the Frederick County Forestry Board. Learn how to identify common local trees and fun facts about each. Registration required. By donation. Walks are held the second of each month through December.

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.

Location: Either Hood College or Baker Park, register to learn of meeting place

Contact: 301-473-8417 or frederick. forestryboard.org/tree-walk

Summer Concert Series: Elikeh

Elikeh uses elements of Togolese rhythms as a foundation for exploration into American-influenced blues, funk, and rock to produce captivating and danceable Afropop tunes. Free.

Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Baker Park Band Shell, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick

Contact: 301-600-CITY or celebratefrederick.com

JULY 10

Hip Replacements

Do you have arthritis and/or pain in your hips? Join us for an educational

presentation on hip replacements.

Presenter: David Maish, MD, Hip and Knee Replacement Specialist, Frederick Health. Free, pre-register (please let us know the location of the program you will attend).

Time: 11 a.m.

Location: Urbana 50+ Center. Also online @ Brunswick, Emmitsburg, Frederick, Virtual 50+ Center

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6007020

Senior Services Advisory Board

Meeting

Guest speaker on a topic of interest to seniors. The mission of the SSA Board is to promote the well-being and quality of life of older adults in Frederick County.

Time: 1 to 3 p.m.

Location: Bourne Building, 355 Montevue Lane, Frederick

Contact: 301-639-8518 or frederickcountymd.gov/163/seniorservices-advisory-board

Winfield Volunteer Fire Co. Carnival

Continues nightly through July 15.

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department, 1320 W. Old Liberty Road, Winfield

Contact: winfieldvfd.org

Literacy Council of Frederick County Volunteer Information Session

Also at 7 p.m. July 13.

Recruiting volunteer tutors to work with adults one-to-one or in small groups of 2-3 adults. No previous experience required. Attendance of a volunteer session is required prior to registering for a tutor training workshop. Preregister.

Time: 7 p.m.

Location: Via Zoom

Contact: 301-600-2066 or frederickliteracy.org

JULY 11

MAP: Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity partners with local seniors who need assistance to complete necessary repairs or

modifications to their homes. Each project is specific to the needs of the homeowner and their home in order to increase the quality of life for the homeowner and keep their home a safe and stable environment.

Presenter: Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County. Free, pre-register.

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Division of Aging and Independence

Virtual 50+ Center

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6001234

GreenSpring Concert Series: Principally Harps!

Principally Harps!, Mindy Cutcher and Janet Witman, blends the talents and experiences of two of America’s finest harpists in presentations of virtuosity, distinct style, and impeccable ensemble. Their varied programs include stunning adaptations of great “hits” from opera, ballet and orchestral repertoire. Final concert of the series is July 14, at 4 p.m., with the Maryland Summer Harp Institute Ensemble. Free.

Time: 7 to 8 p.m.

Location: St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10621 Old Frederick Road, Thurmont

Contact: 804-837-9355 or academy@ greenspringmusic.org

JULY 12

New to Medicare Workshop

Are you new to Medicare, or will be soon? Trained State Health Insurances Program (SHIP) staff help Medicare beneficiaries, family members and caregivers understand Medicare benefits, bills, and Medicare rights. Free, pre-register.

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Division of Aging and Independence Virtual 50+ Center

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6001234

Burn Prevention

Frederick County Fire and Rescue will be taking blood pressures and giving a presentation on Fireworks and Sky Lanterns Safety. Free, drop-in.

Time: 11 a.m.

Location: Emmitsburg 50+ Center

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6006350

Chronic Pain

Do you have chronic pain that doesn’t respond to medication? Learn about alternative ways to help manage pain such as physical therapy, massage, and acupuncture. There will also be demonstration regarding the use of acupuncture. Presenter: Brian Hanlon, D.Ac., L.Ac. with Structural Elements. Free, pre-register.

Time: 11:15 a.m.

Location: Urbana 50+ Center

Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or 301-6007020

50+ Community for Life

Learn about the Maryland Community for LifeSM program which has been developed by the Maryland Department of Aging to support older adults as they age at home. Free.

Time: 1 to 2 p.m.

Location: Middletown Branch Library, 101 Prospect St., Middletown

Contact: 301-600-7560 or fcpl.org

Bingo Night

Sponsored by St. Peter’s Knights of Columbus Council 13290. Doors open at 6 p.m., early bird games at 6:30 p.m., regular games at 7 p.m. Food and drink available for purchase. $20, additional games available for purchase.

Time: 6 to 9 p.m.

Location: St. Peter Catholic Church, Sappington Hall, 9190 Church St., Libertytown

Contact: 301-471-3533 or Facebook page

JULY 13

Alive @ Five: Zootu

Live music. Outdoor happy hour. Ages 21 and older only, with ID. $6 entry plus $6 drinks. Food available for purchase.

Time: 5 to 8 p.m.

Location: Carroll Creek Amphitheater, Frederick

Contact: 301-698-8118 or downtownfrederick.org

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS

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4. Irish county

10. A major division of geological time

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27. Near

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30. Offer in good faith

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41. Percussion instrument

42. A $10 bill

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50. Medicine man

51. Seedless raisin

52. National capital of Albania

53. Appendage

54. OJ trial judge

55. By the way

56. Bicycle parts

58. Barbie’s friend

59. In a way, stretched

60. Commercials

CLUES DOWN

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5. Engravers

6. Declared as fact

7. Criminal

8. Jewelry

9. Hospital worker (abbr.)

12. Nonsense (slang)

13. Town in Galilee

17. Value

19. Another name

20. Sheep in second year before shearing

21. Town in Surrey, England

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35. The official emblem of the German Third Reich

38. One who puts down roots

41. Scribe

43. Painted a bright color

44. Tycoons

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46. Walking accessory

47. Crest of a hill

49. Member of a North American people

56. Type of computer

57. U.S. State (abbr.)

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