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BY ERIN JONES SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

When sleepy customers at Baltimore Coffee and Tea Company get handed a morning latte, they likely have no idea that the smiling face handing it to them represents decades of expertise in the food and beverage industry. And that’s just how barista Craig Van wants it.

The 63-year-old is thriving in his recent career transition, discovering the joys in learning a new profession and in making some younger friends along the way.

Van began cooking in commercial kitchens at the age of 15. He then received culinary training and certification. For the next four decades he learned the ins and outs of the restaurant industry, working in “every aspect,” as he put it, particularly management. He then transitioned to food sales, selling sausages manufactured in Delaware this side of the Bay Bridge. In 2022, rising gas prices forced the company to cut costs, and Van found himself looking for another job.

With a resume packed with experience, the food industry was the natural choice, but this time Van wanted to take a break from the stress of being in the driver’s seat. He found that task to be more complicated than he could have imagined.

“Since I’ve been 21 years old, I’ve been a manager, or I’ve been in management, or I’ve been running my own show. I didn’t punch a time clock. I did payroll,” Van said. At the begin -

ning of his job transition, he found his experience prohibited him from taking a simple hourly job. At the interview for one restaurant, for example, he attempted to get a job as a host. “They said, ‘Oh my God — with your resume, if they found out what you’ve done and what you’ve been capable of, they’d fire me,’” he recalled.

But after 41 years, Van had had

enough of being in charge and preferred to move into a supporting role. “All I ever said to them was, ‘I want to make you look, as the manager, as good as I possibly can. And I don’t want to be a manager.’”

Finally landing at Baltimore Coffee and Tea Company’s Frederick location in April 2022 as a barista, Van has learned that a supporting role in a

coffeehouse ecosystem can benefit just as much from his skills and experience as a managerial role.

Van enjoys the interactions with the customers most of all.

“I’ve always thought I wasn’t good at names, but it seems like every regular that comes in, I remember their name.”

As the name suggests, Baltimore

Staff photos by Ric Dugan

Craig Van prepares a bag of coffee for a customer at Baltimore Coffee and Tea in Frederick.

Coffee and Tea Company is a local company with four locations, largely around the Baltimore area. The Frederick franchise, Van says, is its “furthest outpost.”

Being in a smaller coffee shop franchise allows for personal touches and greater levels of service. Van says he keeps an eye out for customers, and if they don’t appear to be enjoying the beverage, he will offer to remake it. He also enjoys creating custom drinks for customers based on special requests.

Van often notices the particular benefits of a smaller coffee company when he compares notes with his son, 26, who works in a larger chain in Pennsylvania. The two have grown closer over their shared work in the coffee industry, though their conversations can become tinged by friendly rivalry. “The first couple minutes of every conversation, you know, is me sticking my tongue out and saying, ‘We’re better than you guys.’”

An intergenerational coffee-shop bond is not only one that Van shares

with his son but with his 20-something coworkers.

“I’m thinking, all these young people are going to say, ‘I’m working with the old guy.’ But really and truly, I work with a great bunch of people. I’m old enough to be probably almost everybody’s grandfather, and they kind of keep me young.”

Van has been impressed by his young coworkers, both their skills in the workplace and their future aspirations.

“ I’m thinking, all these young people are going to say, ‘I’m working with the old guy.’ But really and truly, I work with a great bunch of people. I’m old enough to be probably almost everybody’s grandfather, and they kind of keep me young.

CRAIG VAN (See CAREER 7)

Craig Van scoops up coffee beans for a customer at Baltimore Coffee and Tea in Frederick.

HEALTH

Exercising as you age can be challenging.

Sometimes it can feel like your body is breaking down. One possible reason for this could be senescent cells, which build up in your body as you get older and contribute to age-related disorders.

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Aging and the benefits of exercising

BY SONYA GOINS MAYO CLINIC NEWS NETWORK

Exercising as you age can be challenging. Sometimes it can feel like your body is breaking down. One possible reason for this could be senescent cells, which build up in your body as you get older and contribute to age-related disorders.

A recent study by Mayo Clinic shows that exercise and other physical activities can reduce the number of senescent cells.

Dr. Nathan LeBrasseur, director of the Robert and Arlene Kogod Center

on Aging at Mayo Clinic, says people must prioritize physical activity, especially as they age.

Aging and exercising

There is no magic pill to reverse the aging process. But if you want to counter the biological mechanisms that drive age-related conditions, like the accumulation of senescent cells, you will need to exercise.

“Just being more active throughout your day appears to be sufficient to reduce kind of the burden of senescence cells in an individual,” says Dr. LeBrasseur.

Many people tend to lead sedentary lifestyles when they age. But Dr. LeBrasseur says older adults should find ways to become more active throughout the day.

“Dedicating time, purposeful time, to getting some form of aerobic exercise or endurance exercise, like walking or cycling or swimming, and also getting some form of strength training is critically important,” says Dr. LeBrasseur.

He says just adding 30 minutes of activity daily can be beneficial.

“[It] may have benefits for muscle strength or bone health, or maybe

even cognitive health and function,” explains Dr. LeBrasseur.

Exercising can beneficial by doing the following:

• Control weight.

• Boost energy.

• Enhance cognitive function.

• Promote better sleep.

Dr. LeBrasseur, is one of the medical editors of Mayo Clinic on Healthy Aging. He is also the Director of the Robert and Arlene Kogod Center on Aging and the Co-Director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for Biology of Aging Research, and the Scientific Director of the Office of Translation to Practice at Mayo Clinic.

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“They’re very good at what they do,” he said. “I listen to them, and they’ve all got great things to contribute. They’ve all got a forward motion and a plan for what they want to do when they get older.”

Their rapport is not just relational but creates effective systems of teamwork within the coffee shop, he said.

“We have some of the best systems at our coffee shop,” Van said, citing an example that if he were to fall or become incapacitated in some way, another team member would be able to step in and keep service running seamlessly. After decades of being indispensable, Van is relishing being part of an effective team.

Despite his experience, he’s discovered he had much more to learn in the coffee business.

“I’ve been a trainer, I’ve been a manager, I’ve been a cook, I’ve been a chef — I’ve done everything in food service, and never once did I work in a coffee shop,” he said. Beyond being a coffee shop, Baltimore Coffee and Tea Company roasts their own coffee beans in Timonium, another cog in the wheel of the coffee shop’s elaborate operations.

“We take the inventory on Monday. We place the order on Tuesday. They roast the beans on Tuesday, and they deliver them to us on Wednesday,” he said. “It is, without a doubt, the freshest coffee that I’m aware of.”

Coffee is not the only new industry that Van has entered since his career transition. He has also published a children’s book, “Little Steam and Whistler go to Work,” illustrated by Celeste Campbell. The book tells the story of a little girl accompanying her

been a trainer, I’ve been a manager, I’ve been a cook, I’ve been a chef — I’ve done everything in food service, and never once did I work in a coffee shop.

navigating a career change after 60?

Keep an open mind, be willing to listen, and you just might learn something. He believes that if he had entered Baltimore Coffee and Tea flexing his years of experience, he would have missed the chance to learn the systems and industry knowledge he has acquired there.

“Keep an open mind and listen to what the young people are saying,” he advised. “I think it just speaks volumes.”

train conductor grandfather as they make deliveries throughout town.

The first in a trilogy, it’s what Van calls a “good values book.”

The book was locally published at Valley Graphics in Frederick, and is available for purchase at Baltimore Coffee and Tea, as well as the Frederick Health hospital gift shop.

What advice does Van have for others

Erin Jones is a freelance writer, former humanities teacher and owner of Galvanize & Grow Copywriting. She holds a BA in English from Hood College, and and MA in English from the Bread Loaf School of English, through which she studied literature at Middlebury College and Oxford University. Learn more at erinjoneswriter.com, or follow her on Instagram @ErinJonesWriter.

KITCHEN

One-pan perfection

This skillet pie combines chili and cornbread in one healthful package

BY ELLIE KRIEGER THE WASHINGTON POST

Chili and cornbread are high on my list of foods that belong together. It’s not just because their flavors harmonize so well — the mellow sweetness and alluring, coarse texture of the bread playing off the soft, spicy chili.

It’s also because, with a bean-based chili, the legumes complement the grains in the cornbread nutritionally, together providing all the essential amino acids for a complete protein. Although you don’t need to eat complementary vegetable proteins at the same meal to reap their benefits, such biological teamwork only reinforces the overall power of their partnership.

This recipe brings the duo together in a single skillet, shepherd’s pie-style, with a layer of savory, chili-spiced black beans beneath a golden blanket of cornbread that is baked right on top. It’s a meal that arrives at the table with an impressive, rustic flair but is actually quick and easy to pull together.

The bean layer is boldly seasoned like a chili — with onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano and tomato paste — but with less liquid it is more of a sauté, brimming with colorful kale leaves and sweet bell pepper. If using canned black beans (or 3 cups homemade cooked beans), it comes together in about 15 minutes.You can certainly play around with the ingredients, using any leafy green such as spinach or chard, subbing the bell pepper with, say, chopped cooked broccoli, and swapping in any other type of bean.

The whole-grain cornbread layer contributes a lovely textural balance of medium-coarse cornmeal and tender whole-

wheat pastry flour (you could substitute all-purpose flour), mixed with healthful oil, egg, a little milk and just enough honey to bring out the sweetness of the cornmeal while keeping the flavor on the savory side. The simple batter is spread on top of the bean layer and then baked until it is puffed, golden-brown and set in the center.

Served with a cool, creamy dollop of sour cream or yogurt, a shower of fresh cilantro leaves, and some hot sauce, it’s a winning way to bring the chili-cornbread power couple to the table.

Chili Cornbread Skillet Pie

4 servings

Active time: 30 mins; Total time: 55 mins

This skillet pie combines the essence of black bean chili and cornbread with a layer of savory, spiced beans beneath a golden blanket of cornbread that’s baked right on top, shepherd’s pie-style. The bean layer is boldly seasoned like a chili, but with less liquid, it is more of a sauté, plentiful with colorful kale leaves and sweet bell pepper. The cornbread, made with healthful oil and just enough

honey to bring out cornmeal’s inherent sweetness, has a lovely textural balance of medium-coarse cornmeal and tender whole-wheat flour. Topped with a creamy dollop of sour cream or yogurt, a shower of cilantro and some hot sauce, the dish boasts an impressive, rustic flair but is actually quick and easy to pull together.

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days. Gently reheat in a 350-degree oven.

INGREDIENTS

For the chili beans

2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as

Tom McCorkle for The Washington Post

Chili Black Bean and Cornbread Skillet Pie

avocado or canola

1 medium yellow onion (8 ounces), diced (1 cup)

1 medium red bell pepper, diced (1 cup)

1 1/2 cups chopped kale

2 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon fine salt

2 (15.5-ounce) cans no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup water

cayenne pepper (optional)

For the cornbread topping

3/4 cup (scant 5 ounces) medium-grind cornmeal

1/4 cup (1 1/2 ounces) whole-wheat pastry flour or all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon fine salt

1/3 cup milk (whole, reduced-fat or plant-based)

1 large egg

2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as avocado or canola

2 tablespoons honey or agave

For serving

1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves hot sauce (optional)

STEPS

Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees.

Make the chili beans: In a 10-inch cast iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook,

stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the kale and cook until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until aromatic, 30 seconds more. Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and salt until combined. Add the beans and water and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, crushing the beans slightly as you stir. Season with cayenne pepper, if desired, depending on your preference and the heat of your chili powder. Remove from the heat, taste, and season with more salt, if desired. Using the back of a spoon, smooth out the top of the bean mixture.

Make the cornbread topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, pastry flour, baking powder and salt. In another medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, oil, and honey or agave until combined. Stir the flour mixture into the milk mixture until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes so it hydrates and thickens a bit. Pour the batter over the beans and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is set in the center and lightly browned on top. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.

To serve, divide among shallow bowls or plates, and top with a dollop of the yogurt or sour cream, cilantro and hot sauce.

Nutrition (1/4 pie): 527 calories, 77g carbohydrates, 49mg cholesterol, 17g fat, 20g fiber, 20g protein, 2g saturated fat, 638mg sodium, 17g sugar

This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

— From cookbook author and registered dietitian nutritionist Ellie Krieger.

APRIL CALENDAR

MONDAY, April 1

Other

Duplicate Bridge Games

12-4 p.m.

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 and make new, like-minded friends. All are welcome, no membership requirements. If you need a partner, call Leslie at 240-344-4041 (or email lffutrell@yahoo.com). For general information, call Sophia at 301-676-5656 (or email sdobran@comcast.net) or visit bridgewebs.com/frederick.

Contact: Sophia Dobransky, sdobran@ comcast.net, 301-676-5656.

Cost: $7.

http://bridgewebs.com/frederick

TUESDAY, April 2

Classes workshops and lectures

Learn About the Intricate Patterns of Henna

1-3 p.m.

Urbana Senior Center, 9020 Amelung St., Urbana.

VT Seva Maryland (Volunteering Together for Service), a volunteer driven global nonprofit organization, will share their knowledge about henna. Free, pre-register.

Contact: Susan Hofstra, virtualseniorcenter@ frederickcountymd.gov, 301-600-7020.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

Other Book Club

2-3 p.m.

Brunswick Senior Center, 12 E. A St., Brunswick.

Read the book and join the discussion! Book selections will be available to participants after registration. First informational meeting 2 p.m. April 2. Normal meeting timelast Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. Preregister.

Contact: Brunswick Senior Center, virtualseniorcenter@frederickcountymd.gov, 301-834-8115.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

WEDNESDAY, April 3

Classes workshops and lectures Valley Quilters, TLC meeting

6:30-8:30 p.m.

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3864 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson.

Valley Quilters, TLC meets the first Wednesday of each month and is open to all ages and levels. The guild offers teaching, learning and companionship to those interested in the art of quilting. The April meeting will focus on free-motion quilting. Visitors welcome.

Contact: Peggy, valleyquilterstlc@gmail.com.

http://facebook.com/groups/valleyquilters

Other

Sensory Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Legos

10-11 a.m.

Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville.

Come have fun creating and building with legos, magna tiles and more. 21 and older.

Contact: Walkersville Branch Library, 301600-8200.

http://www.fcpl.org

Literacy Council Seeking Volunteer Tutors and Class Instructors for Adult Learners

11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Join the Literacy Council to help adults in our community gain essential literacy skills. Recruiting volunteers to tutor adults one-to-one or in small groups of 2-3. No experience is necessary we provide training, teaching materials and support needed to work with both adult English Language Learners and Basic Literacy (native English speaking) students. Also seeking volunteers with ESL teaching experience to teach 60- to 90-minute weekly classes in 10 week sessions. Completion of a one-hour Volunteer Information Session, via Zoom, is required for all volunteers. Tutoring and classes are conducted in person and remotely. See website for more information. 18 and older.

Contact: María Elena Silva, msilva@ frederickliteracy.org, 301-600-2066.

https://www.frederickliteracy.org/

Origami

1-3 p.m.

Urbana Senior Center, 9020 Amelung St., Urbana.

Create colorful origami (folded paper). VT Seva Maryland (Volunteering Together for Service), a volunteer driven global non-profit organization, will share their knowledge about origami. Free, pre-register.

Contact: Susan Hofstra, virtualseniorcenter@ frederickcountymd.gov, 301-600-7020.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

Frederick County Division of Aging & Independence Nutrition Programs

2-3 p.m.

Virtual Senior Center , Frederick.

FCDAI’s nutrition programs are designed to help ensure Frederick County residents stay fed and receive the nutrition needed to live well. We will review these programs and what they offer, including Meals on Wheels and the in-person lunches offered weekly at 50+ Community Centers. Watch online on Zoom via the Virtual Senior Center.

Contact: Virtual Senior Center, virtualseniorcenter@frederickcountymd.gov, 301-788-1075.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

THURSDAY, April 4

Classes workshops and lectures

Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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. 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. As we admire their talents captured on canvas, porcelain, metalware, and other media, we celebrate the role these artists have played in shaping our communities both past and present.

Contact: Tonya Hatosy-Stier, tonya@ frederickhistory.org, 301-663-1188.

Cost: $12, $10, $8.

http://frederickhistory.org

Other

Duplicate Bridge Games

12-4 p.m.

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 and make new, like-minded friends. All are welcome, no membership requirements. If you need a partner, call Leslie at 240-344-4041 (or email lffutrell@yahoo.com). For general information, call Sophia at 301-676-5656 (or email sdobran@comcast.net) or visit bridgewebs.com/frederick.

Contact: Sophia Dobransky, sdobran@ comcast.net, 301-676-5656.

Cost: $7.

http://bridgewebs.com/frederick

Men’s Group

6-7 p.m.

Virtual Senior Center , Frederick.

Connect with other men in the senior

community! Meet online to watch videos, explore websites on all sorts of topics, and simply talk and catch-up on our lives. Occasional opportunities for in-person outings. New members are welcome. Meets weekly on Zoom via the Virtual Senior Center.

Contact: Darren House, virtualseniorcenter@ frederickcountymd.gov, 301-788-1075.

https://www.frederickcountymd.

gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

FRIDAY, April 5

Classes workshops and lectures

Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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. 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. As we admire their talents captured on canvas, porcelain, metalware, and other media, we celebrate the role these artists have played in shaping our communities both past and present.

Contact: Tonya Hatosy-Stier, tonya@ frederickhistory.org, 301-663-1188.

Cost: $12, $10, $8.

http://frederickhistory.org

SATURDAY, April 6

Family

Tour the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 2-5 p.m.

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, energyefficient home heating.

Contact: Boyce Rensberger, boycerensberger@gmail.com, 301-4564912.

Cost: $8.

http://fredericklandmarks.org

Health

Free Health and Wellness Fair

10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Calvary United Methodist Church, 403 S. Main St., Mount Airy.

Join us for an overview of Medicare. These are 90-minute workshops. Our trained SHIP staff help Medicare beneficiaries, family members and caregivers understand Medicare benefits, bills, and Medicare rights. Pre-register. Via Zoom.

Contact: Virtual Senior Center, virtualseniorcenter@frederickcountymd.gov, 301-788-1075.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

Sol Yoga

6-7 p.m.

Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville.

Free yoga class offered by Sol Yoga. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes. 18 and older.

Contact: Walkersville Branch Library, 301600-8200.

http://www.fcpl.org

Other

Duplicate Bridge Games

12-4 p.m.

Church of the Transfiguration, 6909 Maryland Ave., Frederick.

Looking for a competitive mind sport?

Over 30 town, county, state, and national health and wellness agencies will be represented. All ages are encouraged to attend and talk to the representatives.

Contact: Terri Giamba, quiltinterri@gmail. com, 301-471-6060.

Other

Civil War Immersion Saturday

12 a.m.

National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick.

Hear Dr. Jonathan Lettermen speak about his contributions to army medical treatment. See Confederate surgeons and their instruments in the Museum galleries. Walk in the footsteps of nurses, civilians, and wounded soldiers in the streets of 1862 Frederick. Visit website calendar for a complete event schedule.

Contact: Tracey McIntire, tracey.mcintire@ civilwarmed.org, 301-695-1864.

Cost: Free with admission.

https://www.civilwarmed.org/event/civilwar-immersion-saturday/

Myersville Indoor Farmers Market

8:30-11:30 a.m.

Fire Company Banquet Hall, 301 Main St., Myersville.

First and third Saturdays. AYCE country

breakfast hosted by Lions Club of Myersville on April 6, and an AYCE breakfast March 16 hosted by the Myersville Volunteer Fire Co. Breakfast hours are 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. only.

Contact: 301-524-1035.

http://myersvillefarmersmarket.com

Call for Bluebird Monitoring Volunteers! Free Info Session

1-2 p.m.

Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson.

Volunteers can participate in a variety of citizen science projects: Conduct bioassessment of stream health through determining the presence of Class I/II/ III macroinvertebrates at locations along streams on Fox Haven land, monitor the breeding success of bird species in Fox Haven’s 80 Bluebird nest boxes, track the presence of Monarch Butterfly eggs/ larva in our milkweed patch. If you have any interest in these projects, join this info session. Currently, we are most in need of volunteers to clean bird boxes, count eggs and hatchlings to determine the number of birds inhabiting Fox Haven.

Contact: Fox Haven Farm, Retreat & Learning Center, alecks@foxhavenfarm.org, 240-4905484.

https://foxhavenfarm.org/events/call-forbluebird-monitoring-volunteers-free-infosession-with-joann/

SUNDAY, April 7

Family

Tour the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum

2-5 p.m.

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, energyefficient home heating.

Contact: Boyce Rensberger, boycerensberger@gmail.com, 301-4564912.

Cost: $8.

http://fredericklandmarks.org

MONDAY, April 8

Classes workshops and

lectures

New to Medicare Workshop

10-11:30 a.m.

Virtual Senior Center , Frederick.

Are you new to Medicare, or will be soon?

Frederick Bridge Club duplicate games allow you to hone your skills and make new, like-minded friends. All are welcome, no membership requirements. If you need a partner, call Leslie at 240-344-4041 (or email lffutrell@yahoo.com). For general information, call Sophia at 301-676-5656 (or email sdobran@comcast.net) or visit bridgewebs.com/frederick.

Contact: Sophia Dobransky, sdobran@ comcast.net, 301-676-5656.

Cost: $7.

http://bridgewebs.com/frederick

WEDNESDAY, April 10

Classes workshops and lectures

Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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. 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. As we admire their talents captured on canvas, porcelain, metalware, and other media, we celebrate the role these artists have played in shaping our communities both past and present.

Contact: Tonya Hatosy-Stier, tonya@ frederickhistory.org, 301-663-1188.

Cost: $12, $10, $8.

http://frederickhistory.org

Staff file photo by Bill Green

Joanne Petersen examines and photographs the blossoms of a star magnolia tree in 2020 at West Church Street and Chapel Alley. Most of the flowering trees in downtown Frederick are in bloom by March each year.

APRIL CALENDAR

Other Veterans Coffee Social

10-11:30 a.m.

Emmitsburg Senior Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Unit 8, Emmitsburg.

Join others in the military-connected community for a social hour with light refreshments. Veterans Advisory Council Coordinator Michaela Browne will be present to share information about resources available to Frederick County veterans and their families.

Contact: Caitlyn Kirby, vac@ frederickcountymd.gov, 301-600-6350. https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

Sensory Program for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: What’s a DJ?

10-11 a.m.

Walkersville Branch Library, 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville.

Join Jeremy Macrum with Epic Events LLC as he talks about being a DJ. 21 and older.

Contact: Walkersville Branch Library, 301600-8200.

http://www.fcpl.org

Outdoors

Lefty Kreh Presentation

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Frederick Senior Center, 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick.

Learn more about legendary fly fisherman Lefty Kreh, who was born and raised in Frederick. The presentation will be given by Donald Fine, a principal representative of the organization Friends of Lefty Kreh. Donald will discuss Lefty Kreh’s life and influence on fly fishing as well as show fly fishing techniques. Register to attend in-person at Frederick Senior Center or to watch online via Virtual Senior Center Zoom.

Contact: Frederick Senior Center, virtualseniorcenter@frederickcountymd.gov, 301-600-3525.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

THURSDAY, April 11

Classes workshops and lectures

Brushes with History: Inspiring the Personality of Frederick 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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. 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. As we admire their talents captured on canvas, porcelain, metalware, and other media, we celebrate the role these artists have played in shaping our communities both past and present.

Contact: Tonya Hatosy-Stier, tonya@ frederickhistory.org, 301-663-1188.

Cost: $12, $10, $8.

http://frederickhistory.org

Health

Senior Cafe: The Place to Come for Coffee, Conversation, Friendship and Fun 10-11 a.m.

Walkersville Branch Library, 2 South Glade Rd, Walkersville.

Be Prepared! The Red Folder is a place where you can store important medical information, including your goals of care. Sponsored by the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services.

Contact: Walkersville Branch Library, 301600-8200.

http://fcpl.org

Other

Duplicate Bridge Games

12-4 p.m.

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 and make new, like-minded friends. All are welcome, no membership requirements. If you need a partner, call Leslie at 240-344-4041 (or email lffutrell@yahoo.com). For general information, call Sophia at 301-676-5656 (or email sdobran@comcast.net) or visit bridgewebs.com/frederick.

Contact: Sophia Dobransky, sdobran@ comcast.net, 301-676-5656.

Cost: $7.

http://bridgewebs.com/frederick

Dinner Dance Hosted by Brunswick Senior Center 2-5 p.m.

Fraternal Order Of Eagles, 401 Central Ave., Brunswick.

A fun afternoon of dancing followed by dinner! Pre-register with Brunswick Senior Center, 301-834-8115 at the Brunswick Eagles Club.

Contact: Cathy Barnes, virtualseniorcenter@ frederickcountymd.gov, 301-834-8115.

Cost: $12.

https://www.frederickcountymd. gov/8075/50-Community-Centers

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS

1. Possesses

2. American Board of Orthopedic Surgery

3. Ancient Syrian city

4. Clip

5. In a way, misleads

6. Human gene

7. The Golden State (abbr.)

8. Lizard genus

9. Parasites that invade the skin

10. Took apart

12. Mild yellow Dutch cheese

13. S. California town

16. Suffix plural

17. Painting technique

20. Small Eurasian deer

22. Mr. T character

25. Microsoft

26. Shock therapy

27. Able to be sold

29. A doctrine

31. These three follow A

34. Pulse

36. Quantitative fact

37. Doctor __: children’s book author

38. Hebrew calendar month

40. Designated hitter

43. Norther Poland village

45. A passport is one form

48. Hand (Spanish)

50. Hit with the open hand

51. Actor Idris

53. Shakespeare’s nickname “The __”

54. Northern U.S. lake

55. Marvin and Horsley are two

57. Soak

58. Partner to cheese

59. Expression of disappointment

61. College dorm employee

CLUES DOWN

1. A minute amount (British)

5. Mystical or magical

11. Shortening

14. More satisfying

15. Other side

18. Philippine island

19. More unnatural

21. Mutual savings bank

23. Famed designer Chanel

24. Makes less wild

28. At some prior time

29. The cops who investigate the cops

30. Immune system response

32. Distress signal

33. Engine additive

35. “No Scrubs” trio

36. Very fast airplane

39. A reward (archaic)

41. Commercial

42. Spots where golfers start

44. Polite form of address (Indian)

46. French river

47. Reduce the light

49. Blood-sucking fly

52. A way to categorize

56. Procrastinates

58. Tall slender tower

60. Where researchers work

62. Office of the Pope

63. Office furnishing

B o r e d o m B u s t e r s

SUDOKU

Here’s How It Works:

Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!