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PARKINSON’S AWARENESS MONTH

the US live with Parkinson’s Disease including over 900 people right here in Frede n i e l p o e P n o i l l i M e rick Coun On WHAT IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that aff ffeects the dopamine producing neurons in the brain. The disease is often present for years before diagnosis. By the time a person is diagnosed, they may have already lost 80% of their dopamine producing neurons.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

The first symptom many people experience is loss of sense of smell. They may develop a tremor on one side. Maybe a finger or a leg.

As the disease progresses, people may have problems with rigidity, slow movement, balance, quiet speech, swallowing, constipation, eye problems, anxiety, and depression.

People have trouble walking and may use a cane, walker, or wheelchair.

WHO GETS PARKINSON’S DISEASE?

Most people living with Parkinson’s Disease are over 65, but there are a large number of people 50 and younger with “Early or Young Onset” Parkinson’s. Men are about 1.5 times more likely to have Parkinson’s than women.

HOW IS PARKINSON’S DISEASE TREATED?

Since Parkinson’s Disease is caused by a lack of dopamine, doctors often prescribe a medication that replaces the missing dopamine. Almost as important as medication is exercise. Two and a half hours of exercise a week has been shown to help control the symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. A physical therapist, occupational therapist, or a senior fitness professional can help develop an appropriate exercise program. Walking, hiking, dance, cycling and even boxing training has been shown to help.

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WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER A PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP?

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Think of a support group as one of our favorite foods: PIES

P erspective on our illness and condition; I nformation about PD through resources such as our lending library as well as our guest speakers; E ncouragement through our mutual interactions and experiences; S upport through our understanding of and care for each other.

The bottom line: We have hope in spite of, or perhaps even because of, that which we share.

FREDERICK COUNTY HAS TWO PARKINSON’S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUPS Friends In Frederick Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month, 1-3 PM, at the Mt. Pleasant Ruritan Club, 8101 Crum Rd, just off Rt. 26 in Mt. Pleasant.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group of Frederick meets the 3rd Saturday of each month at the YMCA of Frederick at 1000 North Market Street in Frederick

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Caring Community Parkinson’s support group lifts up, educates members

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ABOVE: From left: Ken Lawson, left, stands with his grandson, Jason Bartoszak, 3, and his wife, Bonnie Lawson, during the meeting for the Parkinson’s disease support group. Bonnie was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2010. Ken attends the group to support his wife, and Jason comes with his grandparents.

RIGHT: The Parkinson’s disease support group library sits on display during their meeting at the Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club in Walkersville on March 16.

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bout 10 years after being diagnosed, John Kraft wanted to join a local Parkinson’s disease support group — but there wasn’t one.

A staff member at Johns Hopkins Hospital suggested Kraft start a group of his own, and he did.

Twenty people came the first day.

“We knew right then … there was definitely a need in Frederick County for a Parkinson’s support group,” said Kraft’s wife, Mary, 78, of Mount Airy.

The Friends in Frederick Parkinson’s Disease Support Group has been active since its founding in 1996.

Another local support group, the Parkinson’s Disease Support Group of Frederick, meets regularly as well.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects dopamine levels in the brain, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Symptoms manifest differently from person to person but can include tremors, balance issues, speech problems and more. There is no cure, but treatment and medication can help people with Parkinson’s manage symptoms.

Friends in Frederick support group’s members includes people with Parkinson’s disease, their caregivers and family members.

“The more involved I got, the more I saw the benefit,” said Walkersville resident John Nicodemus, 65.

As Nicodemus tells it, the group offers a network of resources and

Parkinson’s Awareness Month One million people in the U.S. live with Parkinson’s disease, including more than 900 people in Frederick County. The Friends In Frederick Parkinson’s Disease Support Group has partnered with Maxwell’s Burgers & Shakes to help increase awareness of Parkinson’s disease during April, Parkinson’s Awareness Month.

Maxwell’s has created a special shake for the occasion. When you purchase a Chocolate Raspberry Shake from Maxwell’s Burgers & Shakes during April, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Parkinson’s awareness here in Frederick County. Maxwell’s is at 57 E. Patrick St. in downtown Frederick.

with Parkinson’s disease in her 40s and lived with it for 22 years. Silvious said the disease can feel isolating.

“When you’ve got something like this you feel like you’re alone,” Silvious said, but the Friends in Frederick group showed they weren’t.

Janet served as group leader prior to her death this past October. Attending the support group together, Silvious said there were often moments he and his wife would look at each other when a speaker said something that resonated with them. They were married nearly 50 years. Silvious said the Friends in Frederick group provided a community for him as a caregiver and a place for his wife to meet people who understood her experiences firsthand.

Staff photo by Katina Zentz

Group members eat during the meeting for the Parkinson’s disease support group at the Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club in Walkersville on March 16. friendship. If someone is feeling down about a new symptom they developed, the group is there to lift them up. Or if a member wants to share a joy, the group’s there for that, too.

“Yes, I have Parkinson’s, but Parkinson’s doesn’t have me,” Nicodemus said.

As the group’s leader, Nicodemus

likes to open monthly meetings with a joke or two. If anyone’s left after his jokes, he said with a chuckle, members then share a meal and listen to a speaker, often someone from the medical community who can provide relevant information.

Nicodemus compares the group to pies, but not the dessert. Perspective,

information, encouragement and support, or “PIES” for short, is what he gets from the experience. “Those are the four things I think I receive or I can give.”

Mount Airy resident Steve Silvious, 69, manages the group’s website, fifpdsg.org.

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Hospice Demystified

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ospice is a patient-centered, family-oriented approach to care for people with a life-limiting illness. Using a combination of medical, emotional and spiritual support, hospice is comfort-oriented care that neither hastens death nor prolongs life but allows the illness to take its natural course. Hospice helps preserve dignity and seeks to maintain the highest quality of life.

For families, hospice provides extensive support both before and after the loss of a loved one.

Hospice comes to patients wherever they call home. Most often, hospice care is provided in the patient’s own home or that of a family member. However, hospice will care for patients in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals or at hospice houses.

Anyone who is diagnosed with a terminal illness and whose life is most likely measured in months rather than years may select hospice care. The patient, a family member, a friend, or healthcare professional can call hospice with a referral. The hospice team works in partnership with the patient’s physician and other health care providers to provide the most comprehensive care possible.

The hospice care team is made up of doctors, nurses, home health aides, social workers, trained volunteers, spiritual care team, veteran liaison, music therapists and bereavement coordinators.

“Frederick Health Hospice constantly looks for opportunities to improve the individual care of our patients,” says executive director of Frederick Health

Hospice Carlos Graveran. “Accepting hospice is a difficult decision for those patients and families who aren’t aware of how our unique team approach to personalized care and expert pain and symptom management can improve quality of life for patients with a life-limiting illness. Once they experience the many benefits and support of Frederick Health Hospice, they often say, ‘We wish we’d called you sooner.’”

Treatment focuses on comfort-oriented care over the pursuit of further curative or experimental treatment.

Hospice is not exclusively for the last hours or days of life. Those dealing with a potentially life-limiting disease should reach out to hospice long before hospice care is needed, so that they can take their time absorbing the information

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and asking questions. Understanding the hospice option enables those living with terminal illness and their potential caregivers to make fully informed decisions regarding their care. In addition to cancer, hospice provides comfort-oriented care to patients and families living with any type of terminal diagnosis, including Alzheimer’s; dementia; stroke; chronic lung, heart, liver and kidney disease; and other diseases.

Hospice services are generally covered by Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs and most private insurance plans.

Every Medicare-certified hospice provider provides four levels of care: • Routine Home Care — available wherever your loved one considers home (private residence, nursing home, assisted living community)

• Continuous Care — provided in the home in continuous shifts of up to 24 hours by hospice nurses and aides during brief periods of crisis • Inpatient Care — provided in an inpatient house unit/bed in a designated healthcare facility for a short period when your loved one’s medical needs cannot be managed at home • Respite Care — patients being cared for at home are offered a brief stay in a designated healthcare facility to give family members and caregivers a rest Hospice nurses are up-to-date on the latest medications and devices for pain control and symptom relief. They work closely with patients, families and physicians to assure optimal comfort using medications, counseling and therapies.

“Anyone can make a referral to hospice,” says Patricia Ortiz-San Miguel, the community services liaison at Frederick Health Hospice. “Our intake staff will work with the physician to complete the necessary assessment [and] paperwork and streamline the admission process. In most cases, a patient can be admitted to the Frederick Health Hospice program within 48 hours.”

If the patient’s condition improves and the disease seems to be in remission, or if they reconsider their decision to pursue curative treatment, patients can revoke services at any time. If hospice care is needed in the future, the patient can be re-enrolled.

Hospice also offers a wide variety of ongoing grief support services for the patient’s family for up to 13 months following the death.

If you feel a loved one or patient with a life-limiting illness could benefit from hospice services, call 240-566-3030.

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What’s it Worth?

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How to value items for estate planning purposes

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uppose you want your children to inherit jewelry. How do you value it? Family members may have wildly divergent opinions of the fair market value of collectible assets that may lead to delays in your estate’s settlement and ultimately lead to litigation. To get around such bleak outcomes, obtain appraisals for all your valuable collectibles while you’re still living.

Although that brooch from your great-grandmother has high sentimental value, it may have fallen out of style, diminishing its financial worth. Figuring its value takes into consideration today’s gemstone and precious metal prices, the quality of the artistry and the manufacturer or designer.

You’ll want a professional appraisal.

Several industry groups require their members to meet qualifications and adhere to a code of ethics. For jewelry, there’s the Accredited Gemologists Association and the American Gem Society.

In general, there’s the American Society of Appraisers and the Appraisers Association of America. Hiring an accredited appraiser means that the appraiser has had the training required to be knowledgeable about the current market for your asset.

An appraisal costs anywhere from $50 to $150 per item. High-end auction houses like Sotheby’s offer free appraisal estimates — just send a photograph along with any other information about the asset.

You also can search the Better Business Bureau to find a reputable appraiser. Given that the prices of precious metals can fluctuate dramatically, jewelry appraisals should be carried out every few years. Knowing the value of a piece will help you obtain a fair appraisal.

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KNOW THE TAX RULES The IRS defines a “collectible” as a work of art, a rug, an antique, any metal or gem, any stamp or coin, valuable alcoholic beverages, or any other tangible personal property under Internal Revenue Code Section 408(m). If your estate holds collectibles valued at $3,000 or more, an appraisal must be filed with the estate return, accompanied by a statement made by the executor, under penalties of perjury, that the list of collectibles is complete and the appraiser is qualified.

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substantiating the value of works of art appraised at $50,000 or more, including paintings, sculptures, watercolors, prints, drawings, ceramics, antique furniture, decorative arts, textiles, carpets, silver, rare manuscripts and historical memorabilia. Even if a Statement of Value isn’t required, you must attach it to the estate tax return if you have it. This applies even if you don’t agree with the IRS’s determination.

Get estimates, valuations and amounts from multiple sources, because markets and the economy can influence a collection’s value.Your executor and heirs will want to have a reasonable range of values if they decide to sell the assets in order to

calculate the value of the estate. It also may speed up the whole estate process because your executor and heirs won’t have to find the right experts. Even if your heirs decide to hold the assets and not sell them, they’ll need to know the collectibles’ value to establish the total value of your estate.

This is just a summary of what can be a complex process if the value of collectibles is substantial. The IRS rules can be especially technical, so work closely with both appraisers and financial and tax professionals.

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Take it to Heart Cardiovascular risks may be worse for thinking, memory skills in middle-aged women

BY SUSAN BARBER LINDQUIST MAYO CLINIC NEWS NETWORK

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Mayo Clinic study shows heart conditions such as coronary artery disease and cardiovascular risk factors such as diabetes and high cholesterol have stronger association with decline in memory and thinking skills during midlife for women than men. That’s despite a higher prevalence of those conditions in men. The research is published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

“It is well-known that men, compared to women, have a higher prevalence of cardiovascular conditions and risk factors in midlife. However, our study suggests that women in midlife with these conditions and risk factors are at greater risk of cognitive decline,” says Michelle Mielke, Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic epidemiologist and neuroscientist, and senior author of the study. “Thus, while all men and women should be treated for cardiovascular conditions and risk factors in midlife, additional monitoring of women may be needed as a potential means of preventing cognitive decline.”

The research used the population-based Mayo Clinic Study of Aging and included 1,857 participants without dementia who were 50 to 69 at their initial visit. Of the participants, 920 were men and 937 were women. Every 15 months for an average of three years, study participants’ global cognition was evaluated with nine tests of memory,

language, executive function and spatial skills.

The study found most cardiovascular conditions were more strongly associated with cognitive function among women.

The annual decline for global cognition associated with coronary artery disease, for example, was more than two times greater for women than men.

It is important to understand sex differences in the development of cognitive impairment to enhance the health of women and men, Dr. Mielke says. Middle-aged adults, especially women with a history of heart disease, may represent critical subgroups for early monitoring. Additional research is needed across the life span to examine potential mechanisms explaining sex differences in the relationship between cardiovascular factors and cognition, such as hormones, genetics, lifestyle and psychosocial factors, Dr. Mielke says.

Funding for this study was provided by grants from the National Institutes of Health and the GHR Foundation, and resources were provided by the Rochester Epidemiology Project, which is supported by the National Institute on Aging. Other study authors are Nan Huo, M.D., Ph.D.; Prashanthi Vemuri, Ph.D.; Jonathan Graff-Radford, M.D.; Jeremy Syrjanen; Mary Machulda, Ph.D.; David Knopman, M.D.; Clifford Jack Jr., M.D.; and Ronald Petersen, M.D., Ph.D. — all of Mayo Clinic. Dr. Mielke is a consultant for Biogen and Brain Protection Co., and she is on the editorial boards of Neurology and the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Journal.

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Post-Divorce Strategies Reverse mortgages can protect your financial future

n recent years, “gray divorce” has doubled among those age 50 and up. Couples coming out of a long-term marriage face additional challenges that most younger divorcees don’t.

For baby boomers in particular, the risks and stakes are high. The worry that there may not be enough of a financial cushion to live independently may lead to further complications and financial concerns. These concerns have been amplified in recent months, as the U.S. inflation rate has risen to 7.5 percent as of February, the highest level of inflation since 1982.

With increased cost of goods, soaring inflation and rising interest rates, couples exiting long-term marriages may need to dip into their retirement portfolio even more, continue employment or make lifestyle sacrifices to stretch retirement savings and assets.

One solution that often goes overlooked is leveraging equity in the marital home with a reverse mortgage loan.

While still considered out-of-the-box, reverse mortgages have become far more mainstream and widely accepted by financial professionals and retirement researchers in recent years, as senior housing wealth levels continue to rise.

Understanding how to strategically and tax efficiently use this wealth while dividing marital assets can extend the longevity of both parties’ finances, helping them to part ways amicably with neither spouse holding the short end of the stick.

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asset or source of tax-free money outside the investment portfolio. It comes with a guaranteed increase each year, providing more borrowing power over time, and can be established at very little cost. Additionally, it is federally insured and can never be suspended, frozen or reduced, regardless of what happens to the home value or market conditions, so long as the terms of the loan are met.

LUMP SUM DISBURSEMENT Taking reverse mortgage proceeds in a lump sum payment may assist in a buyout situation, where the equity in the marital home is divided while one spouse remains in the home. Instead of using a traditional cash out refinance to draw out equity, the remaining spouse can leverage roughly 50 percent of the home’s value to buy out ownership interest. One key benefit is there is no cash flow burden of a monthly mortgage payment.

To be clear, reverse mortgages aren’t for everyone and, as with any financial product or service, education is paramount.

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“You’d be surprised how many people are feeling the same thing,” Mary Kraft said.

“The focus of our group is to get At age 76, John Kraft has taken a people with Parkinson’s together,” Sil- step back from leading meetings as his vious said. “It also gives us a chance Parkinson’s has advanced, but he still to sit down with each other and talk has a perfect attendance record. about the disease.”

He said it’s important to stay physiPeople chat about what medications cally active when you have Parkinson’s. and mobility aids It also helps to have I have a sense of humor. work for them, for Parkinson’s, example, and let othThe Friends in ers know they aren’t but Parkinson’s Frederick group, John alone. They’re made Kraft says, helps him aware of resources doesn’t have me.” to do both of those things. like local exercise JOHN NICODEMUS “Don’t be afraid to classes, which can help people manage Parkinson’s. And come to a support group,” Mary Kraft Silvious said members don’t have to said. “You might be surprised what you feel self-conscious about a tremor or find there.” other symptoms showing — because Follow Mary Grace Keller on Twitter: other people have them, too. @MaryGraceKeller

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Places To Go ■ Friends in Frederick Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Ruritan Club, 8101 Crum Road, Walkersville.

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of the month at noon in the Hall of Fame room at the YMCA of Frederick County, 1000 N. Market St., Frederick.

■ The YMCA offers classes geared toward people with Parkinson’s: Rock Steady Boxing and Pedaling for Parkinson’s. More information ■ Another support group, the can be found at frederickymca.org/ Parkinson’s Disease Support Group of programs/group-exercise/activeFrederick, meets the third Saturday adults

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Time: 5 to 7:30 p.m.

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Time: See schedule at wayoffbroadway.com Location: Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick Contact: 301-662-6600 or wayoffbroadway.com Katie Deal in “Crazy for Patsy Cline” With a new take on nostalgia, features a live Nashville band and a powerhouse singer. Taking the audience from Patsy Cline’s early music to her jazz club days, “Crazy for Patsy Cline” is a unique concert version of the songs and stories of Patsy Cline told from the experiences of country singer Katie Deal. $25 to $35.

Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-600-2828 or weinbergcenterorg

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Time: 9 a.m. to noon Location: 21 E. Main St., Thurmont Contact: thurmontmainstreet.com

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Fire Memorabilia and Equipment Sale Parts, patches, photos, fire toys and other fire department related items.

Breakfast and lunch available for purchase. Admission is $2.

Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Mount Airy Volunteer Fire Co. Reception Hall and Carnival Grounds, 1008 Twin Arch Road, Mount Airy Contact: 301-829-0100, ext. 361 Spring Fling Bingo Designer purse bingo. Doors open at 11 a.m., lunch at 1 p.m. and games start at 2 p.m. Ticket price includes fried chicken meal and 20 regular games of bingo and 3 specials. There will be tip jars, 50/50 and raffles. Call or text for tickets or visit eventbrite.com/e/ spring-fling-designer-bag-bingotickets-267484231537. $30.

Time: 11 a.m.

Location: Elks Lodge, 11603 Robinwood Drive, Hagerstown Contact: 301-745-5761 The Winemaker’s Table Also April 9. An experience of the wines and history the Loew family has developed, in a similar manner to

the time spent at what the family calls “the vineyard.” A guided, in-depth tasting and tour of 6-8 wines (of her choosing) with our fifth generation winemaker, Rachel. Ages 21 and older.

Time: Noon Location: Loew Vineyards, 14001 Liberty Road, Mount Airy Contact: 301-831-5464 or exploretock.com/loewvineyards Cinema Club Film Series: “The Shawshank Redemption (1994) Enjoy a classic film on the big screen!

Two imprisoned men bond over a number of years, finding solace and eventual redemption through acts of common decency. $7.

Time: 3 p.m.

Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-600-2828 or weinbergcenter.org

APRIL 6

Hike the Markers on the C&O Canal Three hikes, each defined by the mileage markers on the canal and will be approximately 7-10 miles in length as out-and-back hikes. Does not include transportation. BYO water and lunch. Continues April 13 and 20. $5 per hike or $12 for all three. Ages 18 and older.

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: TBA on the Canal Contact: Frederick County Parks and Rec, recreater.com or 301-600-2936 Financial Management Strategies for Caregivers and Older Adults

APRIL CALENDAR Explores the financial responsibilities and decisions frequently required across the caregiving lifecycle. Learn about common mistakes to avoid; the need for advanced care documents; family caregiver agreements; tools for managing finances and expenses; and other resources. Anyone may attend.

Speaker is Dr. Laurel Beedon, a senior research fellow at the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement. Free, pre-register.

Time: 1 p.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50 Tartan Day An evening of artistic entertainment, to include the music, dancing, poetry and traditions of Scotland as well as other Celtic cultures. World champion Scottish fiddler Sean Heely and his band, The Crawford Family Scottish Highland dancers, the MacMillan Pipes and Drums, The Scottish Country Dancers, Irish dancers and tales spun by our talented and entertaining emcee, Jared Graham. $30 adults, $15 children.

Time: 7:30 to 10 p.m.

Location: JBK Theater, Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick Contact: https://sasmm.com

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Bingo Every Thursday night. Cash only.

Doors open at 5 p.m., early birds at 6:45 p.m., regular games start at 7 p.m. Kitchen open 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Time: 7 to 9 p.m.

Location: American Legion Gold Star Post 191, 801 Prospect Road, Mount Airy Contact: 301-829-9161 or https:// post191.com

APRIL 8

Goddard Space Flight Center: An Overview With facilities in Maryland, Virginia, New Mexico, Texas, New York and West Virginia, Goddard is a place where a mission can go from start to finish, from planning and building to testing and even launching. Goddard

is also involved in nearly every NASA science mission involving Earth science, planetary science, heliphysics (the study of the Sun and our local space environment) and astrophysics.

Participants will receive an overview focused on current missions.

Lecture-style with a Q&A session and additional self-guided resources.

Presented by NASA Goddard Visitor Center staff. Free, pre-register.

Time: 2 p.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50 Gift Card Bingo Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. 20 games; $50 in gift cards per game; Jr. and Sr. jackpots, $150 and $200 in gift cards. Food will be available for purchase. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary. Call for tickets.

Time: 5 p.m.

Location: Union Bridge Fire Co., 8 W. Locust St., Union Bridge Contact: 443-244-2820

APRIL 9

Thurmont Green Fest A “waste-free event” to promote saving and using water resources by living green. Food available from the Thurmont Lions Club.

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Thurmont Regional Library, 76 E. Moser St., Thurmont Contact: 301-667-2700 or thurmontgreenfest@gmail.com Thirty-One Bag Bingo Doors open at 4 p.m., early birds at 5 p.m., first bingo game at 5:30 p.m.

Ticket includes 20 regular games, special games and door prizes.

Food and baked goods available for purchase. $25 advance, $30 at the door.

Time: 4 p.m.

Location: Christ Reformed United Church of Christ, 22514 Cavetown Church Road, Cavetown Contact: 717-729-9338 Frederick Speaker Series: Chris Wallace Seasoned journalist, presidential

debate moderator provides behind the scenes Washington insights and perspective. $50, $60 and $65.

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-600-2828 or weinbergcenter.org

Meet a team member to learn more about rescue and response, and discover the great variety of marine mammals that live in the Gulf of Maine. Learn how the conservation of marine mammals helps maintain a healthy ocean, and how human behavior can impact the health of marine mammals in both positive and negative ways. Presenter is staff, Seacoast Science Center. $5 person, pre-register.

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

APRIL 11

New to Medicare Workshop Are you new to Medicare, or will be soon? Join us for an overview of Medicare. 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 Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50 Marine Mammal Rescue Team: Seacoast Science Center, Rye, N.H.

APRIL 13

Cooking for 1 or 2 Learn useful tips and strategies on how to shop, plan and cook for one or two. Presenter is Thu Huynh, RD, LDN, in-store nutritionist, Giant Food.

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market place for fur traders after 1750.

Learn about the home of the Tribes of the Northern Great Plains from inside of a life-size replica earthlodge.

Park Rangers will describe the roles and responsibilities of people within the community, trade relations, and effects of trade on technology used by the Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara during the 1800s. Free, pre-register.

Time: 10 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50 Casting Your Ballot in 2022 Also at 5:30 p.m. April 19. Learn about your options including mail-in ballots, signing up for the permanent mailing list, and returning a marked ballot. This presentation will also cover the security of your ballot, early voting, election day voting, and how to become an election judge. Plan now on how you will vote in 2022!

Presenter is Frederick County Board of Elections. Free, pre-register.

Time: 11:30 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50 Restorative Yoga with Aromatherapy Helps to release stress, reduce fatigue, comfort anxiety and easy physical pain through gently held postures and the use of props. Ages 18 and older, all skill levels. Six-week session begins April 18. $39.

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Location: Scott Key Community Center, 1050 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick Contact: Frederick County Parks and Rec, recreater.com or 301-600-2936

Free, pre-register.

Time: 9 a.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

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Groceries for Seniors A free monthly distribution of seasonal produce, canned goods, and shelfstable products. All Frederick County residents age 60+ with an income below $1,450 per month are eligible to participant. Bring a photo ID to register the first time. Groceries for Seniors is offered on the third Friday of each month.

Time: noon (and continues until all food is distributed) Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

APRIL 16

“Saving an Arm and a Leg: Preserving Civil War Era Prosthetic Limbs” Rare opportunity to view artifacts from the Museum’s collection not currently on display. Thanks to a successful fundraising effort from our members and supporters, three Civil War-era prosthetic limbs were successfully restored and given customized storage boxes. Included with museum admission.

Time: 1 p.m.

Location: National Museum of Civil War Medicine, 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-695-1864 or civilwarmed.org

APRIL 18

Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site: People of the Earthlodge; Lifeways of the Hidatsa The Knife River Indian Villages (North Dakota) site was a major Native American trade center for hundreds of years prior to becoming an important

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Chair Yoga Gentle practice in which postures are performed while seated and/ or with the aid of a chair. Excellent for beginners, those with disabilities or anyone who has trouble getting down and up from the floor. Six-week

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Time: Noon Location: Scott Key Community Center, 1050 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick Contact: Frederick County Parks and Rec, recreater.com or 301-600-2936

APRIL 20

Zumba Gold Geared for ages 50 and older.

Energizing fitness with Latin rhythms with reduced impact and speed found in a basic Zumba class. Begins April 20 and continues on Wednesdays for six weeks. $39.

Time: Noon to 1 p.m.

Location: Scott Key Community Center, 1050 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick Contact: Frederick County Parks and Rec, recreater.com, 301-600-2936

APRIL 21

Advancing Technology: National Cryptologic Museum This virtual program discusses the interconnected history of cryptology and the advancements in technology from ancient times through the space age. The National Cryptologic Museum, located adjacent to NSA Headquarters at Fort George G. Meade, houses thousands of artifacts that collectively serve to sustain the history of the cryptologic profession.

Presenter is Jennifer Wilcox, director of education, National Cryptologic Museum. Free, pre-register.

Time: 2:30 p.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

APRIL 22

46th Annual Alvin G. Quinn Sports Hall of Fame Induction and Banquet Recognizes individuals who, through their accomplishments and contributions in the field of athletics, have brought honor to themselves and to Frederick County. This year’s inductees include: Joe Alexander, Bengie Biggus, Elizabeth Lebherz Hansel, Coach Kevin Lynott, Alexis

Maday Packard and Phil Rhodes. $25.

Time: 6 p.m.

Location: New Spire Arts, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-418-6560 or frederickymca.org/2022-sports-hallof-fame-induction

APRIL 23

Green Expo This annual event educates about the importance of living a healthier, green lifestyle while reducing their environmental footprint.

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Middletown Memorial Park, South Church and Franklin streets, Middletown Contact: middletown.md.us Turkey and Ham Slippery Potpie Carryout — Preorder by April 20 Also country ham sandwiches. Potpie is $7 quart, sandwiches $5 each.

Place orders by calling 301-271-3309

by April 20. Homemade baked goods will be available for purchase on pick up date of April 23.

Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Woodsboro Lutheran Church, 101 S. Main St., Woodsboro Contact: To place an order, call 301271-3309 by April 20

APRIL 24

A Mindful Experience in the Park Join yoga teacher and Mindful Outdoor Guide Julie Kraus for a gentle walk on the trails to connect with nature through gentle movement, breathing and centering exercises, walking with awareness and nature meditation. Slow and comfortable pace. For ages 16 and older. $10.

Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: Catoctin Creek Park, 2929 Sumantown Road, Middletown.

Contact: Frederick County Parks and Rec, recreater.com or 301-600-2936 Bluegrass Open Jam Jam with other bluegrass musicians in a family-friendly venue.

Time: 1 to 4 p.m.

Location: Beans in the Belfry, 122 W. Potomac St., Brunswick Contact: brunswickmainstreet.org

APRIL CALENDAR Cinema Club Film Series: “The Black Stallion” (1979) See this beautiful classic as it was meant to be seen, on the big screen!

The film stars Kelly Reno, Teri Garr, Hoyt Axton and Mickey Rooney. $7.

Time: 3 p.m.

Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-600-2828 or weinbergcenter.org

APRIL 25

Seniors in the Park: Welcome Spring Join us for a day at Fountain Rock Park! Activities include socializing with friends, exploring the park, horseshoes and lawn games, make-and-take crafts, and nature center programs. Box lunches will be available. Walk-ins will not be WE DO IT ALL!

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Time: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

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Anne Frank: Her Life, Her Diary and Beyond Anne Frank is possibly the most wellknown victim of the Holocaust with millions of people around the world aware of her life in hiding through her diary. Not as well-known is the story of her early life, from her birth in Frankfurt, through her family’s migration to Amsterdam, to the Nazi invasion of the Netherlands, as well as the time after her arrest and the fates

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Time: 1:30 p.m.

Location: Online and hosted by Senior Services Division Virtual 50+ Center Contact: VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov or visit www.

FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

APRIL 28

1964: The Tribute “1964” focuses on the quintessential moment in history when The Beatles actually played before a LIVE audience. $22.50 to $32.50.

Time: 8 p.m.

Location: Weinberg Center for the

Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick Contact: 301-600-2828 or weinbergcenter.org

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Beloved Gardens Plant Sale Large, nonprofit sale of natives, pollinators, beneficial annuals, perennials, organically-grown vegetables, herbs, flowers, and some trees and shrubs. Vendor booths, workshops on composting flower arranging, worm farming and more.

Gift shop, food truck, gardening expert talks, raffle. Proceeds will benefit UUCF’s charitable programs.

Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick, 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick Contact: 703-346-2022 or frederickuu.org/plantsale

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