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THE HOLIDAYS IN HISTORIC FREDERICK HOLIDAY ART COMPETITION Wednesday, December 4, 5:30 PM Delaplaine Visual Arts Center 40 South Carroll Street Pick your favorite depiction of the Holidays in Historic Frederick at this juried art competition featuring a People’s Choice and First Place awards. Enjoy complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres at the opening night reception of the month-long exhibit. “Warming Up” by Bernadette Miller
To purchase tickets or for event information visit CelebrateFrederick.com
SCENTS & SWEETS COMPETITION AND AUCTION Thursday, December 5, 5:30 PM Talley Recreation Center 121 North Bentz Street Place your vote and bid on holiday themed gingerbread structures and wreaths designed by local professional and amateur designers.
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Friday, December 13, 6:30 PM Baker Park Band Shell 121 North Bentz Street Celebrate Holiday traditions with this walking parade featuring German characters of yesteryear alongside Holiday favorites Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Kris Kringle! The procession concludes at the Baker Park Band Shell for a closing ceremony and lighting of the City Christmas tree.
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The fall season is all about transition. As warmer temperatures cool, kids and teachers return to school, and routine creeps back into our lives. I crave that routine — and that cooler weather, too! But most of all, I crave the other things that fall brings, such as apples, pumpkins, and holidays that are focused on home, friends and family. Frederick County’s calendar of events is chock full of awesome opportunities that celebrate the fall season. From Halloween-themed spooky scenes to music and entertainment to kids’ and family focused fun, there’s so much to explore. Check it all out, starting on Page 66. One of the premier events that happens in Frederick each fall/winter is the Frederick Speaker Series. This year’s line-up has some serious heavy-hitters coming to Frederick to impart knowledge. Check out Page 12 for more on this special series and the folks who are set to visit as part of it. In this edition’s Towns section, we feature the Urbana region. And there’s lots going on down there, including a new YMCA branch that’s broken ground. Check out the story on Page 78 to learn more about that project, and about some other fun businesses that offer their unique services to Frederick County. Get out there and enjoy autumn, Frederick! And tell us all about it via email: molly@pulsepublishing.net. We can’t wait to hear all about how you celebrate the season.
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EMERGENCY NUMBERS POLICE/FIRE/ AMBULANCE
O 911
POISON CONTROL
O 1-800-222-1222
NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER Report Chemical/Oil Spills & Chemical Biological Terrorism
O 1-800-424-8802
UTILITIES EMERGENCY Electric Potomac Edison
O 1-800-686-0011 Gas Washington Gas
O 1-800-752-7520 Water/Sewer
O 301-600-2194 O 301-600-2187
NON-URGENT NUMBERS
GENERAL NUMBERS
LANDFILL INFORMATION
FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT
YOUTH CRISIS HOTLINE
O 301-600-1630
O 301-600-2100 FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
O 301-600-2071 FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE MARSHALL
O 301-600-1479 MARYLAND STATE POLICE (FREDERICK BARRACKS)
O 301-600-4151 BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS, AND EXPLOSIVES (ATF)
O 443-965-2000
HELPLINES/ CRISIS INFO ADULT ABUSE/ PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY)
O 301-600-2635 CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY)
O 301-600-2464 FREDERICK COUNTY CRISIS & INTERVENTION HOTLINE
O 301-662-2255 HOSPICE OF FREDERICK COUNTY
O 240-566-3030 MISSING CHILDREN MARYLAND
O toll free: 1-800-843-5678 NATIONAL RUNAWAY SWITCHBOARD
O toll free: 1-800-RUN-AWAY SUBSTANCE ABUSE (FREDERICK COUNTY)
O 301-600-1775
O 301-600-1848 LIBRARY INFORMATION
O toll free: 1-800-422-0009 FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
O 301-600-9000 w www.frederickcountymd.gov
OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
O 301-600-1063 PARKS AND RECREATION
O 301-600-1646
ANIMAL CONTROL
PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
O 301-600-1546 O 301-600-2558
O 301-600-2313
(emergency-after hours)
PLANNING AND ZONING
BULK TRASH PICK-UP
O 301-600-1138
O 301-600-1035
RECYCLING
CITIZEN SERVICES
O 301-600-2960
O 301-600-1063
TRANSIT (TRANSPORTATION)
COUNTY EXECUTIVE
O 301-600-1100
O 301-600-2065
COUNTY COURTHOUSE
TOURISM COUNCIL
O 301-600-1976
O 301-600-2888
FREDERICK SENIOR CENTER
VITAL RECORDS
O 301-600-1605
O 301-600-1029
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
WORKFORCE SERVICES
O 301-600-1029
O 301-600-2255
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
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FREDERICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1888 N. Market St.
O 301-662-4164
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-600-4555
FREDERICK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
offices/frederick-county/
O 301-663-5895
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES ADOPTION/FOSTER CARE
FREDERICK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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O 301-600-2466 w www.foster.careinfo@maryland.gov ELECTIONS
O 301-600-VOTE FAMILY PARTNERSHIP
O 301-600-2206 FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
O 301-644-5000 HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
O 301-600-1061 HUMAN RELATIONS
O 301-600-1109 HUMAN RESOURCES
O 301-600-1070 O 301-600-2315
O 240-566-3300 w www.fmh.org MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
O toll free: 1-800-950-1MVA w www.mva.maryland.gov MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF FREDERICK COUNTY
O 301-663-0011 THE ARC OF FREDERICK COUNTY
O 301-663-0909 w www.arcfc.org U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
O 301-695-2803
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UTILITY LISTINGS ELECTRIC – GAS Potomac Edison
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Frederick, MD
O 1-800-686-0011
24 hours / 7 Days
Ferrellgas
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Frederick, MD
O 301-662-1531 PPL Gas Utilities
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Lock Haven, PA
O 1-800-652-0550
Serving Parts of Frederick County
Washington Gas – Frederick Division
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Frederick, MD
Columbia Propane
OIL COMPANIES
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Aero Energy
Frederick, MD
O 301-620-9046 Ferrellgas
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Frederick, MD
Geiser Distributing Company, Inc.
Mount Airy, Libertytown,
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Frederick, MD
O 301-662-1885 Lee's Gas Supply
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Frederick, MD
O 301-662-5306 Penn Fuel Propane
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Emmitsburg, MD
O 301-447-6110 O 1-800-464-6110 The Plumbery Mount Airy, MD
Aero Energy
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Hagerstown, MD
O 301-797-4887
Servicing Myersville, Thurmont,
O 301-662-4101 O 1-800-998-4311
Emmitsburg, and Burkittsville
Amerigas (Columbia Propane)
Southern States Cooperative, Inc. Frederick Petroleum Service
Frederick, MD
O 410-848-4477 O 1-800-834-8590
Delivering to Frederick County
C. Richard Dewees Fuel Oil
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Thurmont, MD
O 301-271-7303 Damascus Fuel Company
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O 1-800-768-6612 United Propane
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Mount Airy, MD
O 301-831-5551
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Thurmont, MD
O 301-898-7116
Frederick, MD
O 301-663-5422 O 1-800-255-0023
Public Water Information
Griffith Energy Services, Inc.
Billing Department
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Frederick, MD
O 301-663-3111 O 1-800-486-2477 LS Fuel Oil
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Brunswick, MD
Mason Dixon Oil Company
Delivering to Frederick County
West Oil, Inc.
Frederick County Division of Utilities and Solid Waste Management
Suburban Propane Thompson's Gas & Electric Service
Mount Airy, MD
O 301-829-0244
Farmer's Cooperative Association, Inc.
Carroll Independent Fuel
O 1-800-258-0606
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WELL AND SEPTIC INFORMATION
Serving southern Frederick County
O 301-663-6168
Westminster, MD
Voneiff Oil
O 301-253-2161
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Frederick, MD
Monrovia, and New Market
Damascus, MD
O 301-620-9046 O 1-800-545-6103
O 410-848-4477 O 1-800-834-8590
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O 301-834-9701 O 301-663-3833
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Service Provided to most of Frederick. Serving oil to
GAS – PROPANE
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Monrovia, MD
O 410-875-2600 O 1-888-468-4949
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Shawley's Superior LP Gas So Fine, Inc.
Frederick, MD
O 301-662-4101 O 1-800-998-4311
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Carroll Independent Fuel
O 301-829-1770 O 1-828-238-5258
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Frederick, MD
O 301-662-1531
24 hours / 7 Days
O 301-662-2151
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Tevis Oil/Modern Comfort Systems
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Emmitsburg, MD
O 301-447-3199 Southern States Cooperative, Inc. Frederick Petroleum Service
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Frederick, MD
O 301-663-668
O 301-696-2997 O 301-600-2354 County Water/Sewer Emergencies
O 301-600-2187 (Daytime) O 301-600-2194 (Evening) Frederick City Water/Sewer Emergencies
O 301-600-1440 Frederick County Health Department Environmental Health Problems
O 301-600-1719 Water Quality Problems
O 301-631-3168
CONTENTS Fall 2019
COMMUNITY 12 Frederick Speaker Series 16 Frederick’s Faces Featured in Annual Magazine HOMES/REAL ESTATE 24 Fall Maintenance Tips for Your Home and Yard BUSINESS 26 Women’s Business Network Offers Support, Tools
for Frederick Entrepreneurs
EDUCATION 30 Frederick County Public Schools Prioritizes
Educational Equity
HEALTHCARE 12
36 Kindred Nutrition Offers Collaborative Approach to
Overall Health
SENIORS 44 Daybreak Offers Respite for Seniors, Caretakers ARTS & LEISURE 52 FCC’s Makerspace Offers Lessons in 3D Technology 66 Events Throughout Frederick County HISTORY 44
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60 Research the Region’s Agricultural History at
Thurmont Center
FREDERICK COUNTY TOWNS 78
78 Urbana Offers Family-Friendly Activities 86 Towns Throughout Frederick County
Brunswick / Burkittsville / Frederick City / Middletown / Mount Airy / Myersville / New Market / Rosemont / Thurmont / Walkersville / Woodsboro
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FREDERICK SPEAKER SERIES Now in its eighth year, the Frederick Speaker Series has developed a reputation for bringing world-class speakers to the Frederick community. Since its inception in 2013, the Frederick Speaker Series has featured notable personalities such as Cal Ripken Jr., General Colin Powell, Tom Brokaw, George Takei, Bill Nye, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Ted Koppel, Dr. Temple Grandin and Bob Woodward. The 2020 line-up includes Pulitzer Prize-winning author and presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin; scientist and physician, Dr. Mae Jemison, the first woman of color in space; best-selling author and leading political satirist P.J. O’Rourke; and bestselling author and sustainable food advocate Michael Pollan. All Frederick Speaker Series events are held at the Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick. Tickets for all four speakers went on sale in August. Tickets may be purchased online at weinbergcenter.org, by calling the Weinberg Center Box Office at 301-600-2828, or in person at the box office. A separately ticketed meet-and-greet reception will take place immediately following each speaker’s presentation. These exclusive events provide a chance for fans to meet the speakers, take pictures and obtain autographs. All proceeds from the meet-and-greet receptions will benefit children’s programs at Frederick County Public Libraries.
Doris Kearns Goodwin | 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 Goodwin’s career as a presidential historian and author was inspired when, as a 24-year-old graduate student at Harvard, she was selected to join the White House Fellows. During her time in one of the nation’s most prestigious programs for leadership and public service she worked with President Lyndon Baines Johnson and later assisted him in the writing of his memoirs. Goodwin then PHOTOGRAPH BY ANNIE LEIBOVITZ
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wrote “Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream,” which became
the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in
a national bestseller and achieved critical acclaim. It was re-released
1987, she worked in both engineering and medicine, as a general
in spring 2019, with a new foreword highlighting President Johnson’s
practitioner and as a medical officer with the Peace Corps in West
accomplishments in domestic affairs that have stood the test of time.
Africa. During her six years at NASA, Jemison became the first
Many of Goodwin’s books have been adapted into television and
woman of color in space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour. She
film projects. Her book, “Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of
resigned from NASA in 1993, becoming founder and president of
Abraham Lincoln,” served as the basis for Steven Spielberg’s hit film,
two technology companies in addition to founding and chairing
“Lincoln.” Well known for her appearances and commentary on
a nonprofit organization. Jemison serves as Bayer Corporation’s
television, Goodwin is frequently seen in documentaries including
national science literacy advocate. She has presented to the United
Ken Burns’ “The History of Baseball” and on news, cable networks,
Nations on the uses of space technology, appeared as a host and
and shows such as “Meet the Press” and “The Late Show with
technical consultant for the Discovery Channel and was the subject
Stephen Colbert.” She was awarded the Charles Frankel Prize, the
of the PBS Documentary “The New Explorers.” In her speeches,
Sarah Josepha Hale Medal, the New England Book Award and
Jemison inspires and encourages audiences, taking them on an
the Carl Sandburg Literary Award.
exciting and diverse voyage which mirrors her life, focusing on exploration of the frontiers of science and human potential.
Dr. Mae Jemison | 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20 The product of a Middle American upbringing, Jemison was
P.J. O’Rourke | 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 19
raised in Chicago. She entered Stanford University at the age
O’Rourke has established himself as America’s premier political
of 16 on a scholarship, graduating with a Bachelor of Science
satirist. Both “Time” and “The Wall Street Journal” have labeled
degree in chemical engineering. She then earned her doctorate in
him “the funniest writer in America.” He is the bestselling author
medicine at Cornell University Medical College. Prior to joining
of 20 books, including “Parliament of Whores,” “Republican Party
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Reptile,” and his latest book, “None of My Business: P.J. Explains
Michael Pollan | 8 p.m., Saturday, May 9
Money, Banking, Debt, Equity, Assets, Liabilities, and Why He’s
For 30 years, Pollan has been writing books and articles about
Not Rich and Neither Are You.” He is a contributing editor at the
the places where the human and natural worlds intersect: on our
“Weekly Standard,” H. L. Mencken Research Fellow at the Cato
plates, in our farms and gardens, and in the environment. Pollan
Institute, a regular panelist on NPR’s “Wait Wait . . . Don’t Tell Me,”
is the author of eight books, six of which have been New York
and editor-in-chief of the web magazine “American Consequences.”
Times bestsellers. A four-hour Netflix miniseries and two PBS
Born in Toledo, Ohio, O’Rourke received a bachelor’s degree from
documentaries have been based on his books. Pollan has been a
Miami University and a master’s degree in English from Johns
contributing writer to the “New York Times Magazine” since 1987
Hopkins, where he was a Woodrow Wilson Fellow. After graduate
and has received numerous awards. In 2009 he was named one of
school he worked at small newspapers in Baltimore and New York.
the top 10 “New Thought Leaders” by “Newsweek” magazine.
In the early 1970s he joined “The National Lampoon.” He then
His essays have appeared in many anthologies and in addition to
became a foreign correspondent and has since covered crises and
being published regularly in the “New York Times Magazine,” his
conflicts in more than 40 countries. O’Rourke has written for such
articles have appeared in “The New Yorker,” “Harper’s Magazine,”
diverse publications as “The Wall Street Journal” to “Car and
“Mother Jones,” “Gourmet,” “Vogue,” “Travel + Leisure” and
Driver” and “Rolling Stone.” He lives in rural New England, as
more. In 2010 he was chosen by “Time” magazine as one of the
far away from the things he writes about as he can get.
100 most influential people in the world. He has been a professor of journalism at U.C. Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism and a professor of the practice of nonfiction at Harvard and the university’s first Lewis Chan Lecturer in the Arts. In addition to teaching, Pollan lectures widely on food, agriculture, and health.
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FREDERICK’S FACES featured in annual magazine Frederick County is made up of thousands of fascinating faces. For two years, these interesting folks have been featured in “Frederick Faces”, a magazine created by Pulse Publishing, publisher of Frederick County Guide and Find iT! Frederick magazines, too. In Frederick Faces, we aim to share with readers a wide array of the people that make Frederick such an amazing place to live, work and visit. Editorial staff traveled across Frederick County to visit with local industry leaders and agency representatives, learning about how they work and what they do to make the county special, and photographing them in their workplace. Each page of Frederick Faces features the faces behind local businesses, medical offices or agencies, and a profile to highlight what makes them tick. Frederick Faces is an annual sponsored publication that is exclusive – only one person, company or agency is featured per category. And categories span the entire community: from dental offices to tattoo shops to boutiques to animal rescue. There’s a little bit of everything in Frederick Faces. And the photos and stories allow you to see the stories behind the faces you know, and those you want to get to know, in Frederick County. The folks who are featured in the magazine have made it their mission to provide top-notch services to the residents of Frederick County. Alex Sincevich, owner and founder of The Dapper DJs, has been featured in Frederick Faces in its inaugural issue and in the 2019 edition. He believes that music’s power begins where caffeine’s stops. What java does for the mind (especially on Monday morning) jazz does for the soul, he says. Emmy Costlow (right) from Emmy’s Harvest
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From left to right: Kara Norman, Executive Director, Downtown Frederick Partnership; Ken Oldham of the United Way, Richard Griffin, Director, The City of Frederick Office of Economic Development; Gillian Berluti and Maria Veintimilla of Firestone’s Market.
From left to right: Kris Fair, General Manager, New York New York Salon and Spa; Lisa Roberts, Operations Manager, New York New York Salon and Spa; Mary Louise Riser, Owner, New York New York Salon and Spa; Helen Propheter, Director, Frederick County Department of Economic Development.
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From left to right: Lindsey Hamilton, General Manager and Stephanie Wilson, Executive Chef from Vintage, with catering staff
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From left to right: Beth Senseney of Carriage House Catering at the Lodges at Gettysburg; Kristy Shriner, Marketing and Sales Manager and Sharon Hance, Owner, of The Carriage House Inn Restaurant and Catering
Stephanie Smith, owner of Plato’s Closet, and her staff have been featured in both magazine editions as well. At Plato’s Closet, the focus is on helping young people find an affordable way to fill their closet with on-trend gently used brand-name clothing, accessories, shoes and more. At the shop, you can pick up seven pairs of gently used designer jeans for about $70, instead of using that same cash to buy just one pair at a full-price store. Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) was featured for the first time in 2019. Library Director James Kelly explains in the magazine how the reasons for a library visit have expanded as these public buildings have become much more than just a place to check out books. “The success of a library system hinges on whether it’s flexible enough to adapt to the changing needs of a community,” Kelly says. For these stories and more, check out Frederick Faces 2019, available for free all over Frederick County right now.
Julie Castleman and Lexi Hartner from Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood.
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, Frederick
SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County Restore
Zonta Club of Frederick
O 301-662-2988 w www.frederickhabitat.org
O 301-600-1492
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The YMCA of Frederick County
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O 301-607-6900 w https://www.frederickymca.org
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917 N. East St. Frederick, MD 21701
P.O. Box 3896 Frederick, MD 21705
They are dedicated to advancing the status of women worldwide and work alongside the community to eradicate violence against women, provide literacy tutoring, and raise funds for scholarships to benefit women in their education.
Shop, donate and volunteer at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore! Bring your donation of furniture, appliances, household goods, and building materials and shop for a deal. Every donation and every purchase gives more families in Frederick County the strength, stability and selfreliance that comes through affordable homeownership.
United Way of Frederick County
, 629 N. Market St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-663-4231 w www.unitedwayfrederick.org
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FALL MAINTENANCE TIPS for Your Home and Yard
BY BRENDA FISHER, FREDERICK COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
It’s been said that fall is your reward for surviving a long, hot summer. As the oppressive heat of summer fades into mild fall days, it’s easy to sit back and enjoy the impressive fall colors and cooler temperatures. But with winter right around the corner, fall days are the perfect time to complete projects around your home and yard to prepare for winter’s icy grip. “As Realtors®, we cannot stress enough the importance of preparing a property for the cold weather,” said Frederick County Association of Realtors® President Amanda Addington. “A weekend of time spent along with periodic maintenance can prevent significant and costly water intrusion problems.” Here are eight easy fall maintenance tips you can use to make sure your home and yard are ready for winter. Prune trees and shrubs – Preparing trees and shrubs for winter isn’t just aesthetically pleasing, it also helps protect them from snow, ice and winter winds. If you’re unsure about how much to prune or when to do it, we recommend consulting a local nursery or arborist. Rake leaves – A blanket of red, gold and yellow leaves can be a beautiful addition to any yard, but not for a long time. Use a lightweight rake and large leaf bags to easily dispose of the leaves. A thick layer of leaves left on lawn during the winter can inhibit spring growth and make spring clean-up a much larger job. Clean gutters and downspouts – All those glorious fall leaves can quickly clog up your gutters and downspouts. Removing the leaves helps make sure the water and snow drains off your house the correct way. Make exterior repairs – Spend a few minutes walking around your home, inspecting all the nooks and crannies to spot any trouble areas. This includes looking at the roof, your siding, windows, foundation and doors. Seal up any cracks – When the temperatures start to drop, critters will be looking for a warm place with lots of food to live through the winter. Fill any small holes or gaps with a sealant or heavy-duty hardware cloth to keep these critters outside where they belong. PHOTOGRAPHS ABOVE AND TOP OF PAGE 25 COURTESY OF FREDERICK COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
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Add weather stripping to windows and doors – Adding weather stripping to your home can help keep energy bills down this winter. Weather stripping is easy to install and can be purchased from a local hardware store. Shut off exterior faucets and remove hoses – Remove and store hoses and turn the water off to faucets to avoid freezing and bursting issues when the weather dips below freezing. Clean dryer vent – A buildup of dryer lint can make your dryer work less efficiently and could cause a fire. Fall is an easy time to clean out the exterior vent before winter sets in.
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With a little preparation, your home and yard will be ready to transition from fall’s warm beauty to winter’s cool grace without any trouble. With these eight fall maintenance tips complete, you can rest easy this winter.
+ A Realtor® is a member of the National Association of Realtors® and guided by the standards of the Realtors Code of Ethics. Local Frederick County Realtors are members of the Frederick County Association of Realtors®, the Maryland Realtors® and the National Association of Realtors®. www.fcar.org
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WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORK offers support, tools for Frederick entrepreneurs The Women’s Business Network of Frederick is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inform, encourage and support women in their quest to grow their businesses. The network’s founders created the organization in order to help women in the Frederick region gain the tools to succeed in business, and to give opportunities for sisterhood. All of the network’s members are working professionals and small business owners, volunteering spare time to share success stories, and to help each other become more proactive in their business lives. The network’s members say
Members join the organization in order to be a part of a network of women that will help each other along the journey of business success. The network strives to make each person feel welcomed and supported. It provides professional development opportunities, as well as a variety of resources to empower women and to help them improve personally. Women who want to simply belong in a group of like-minded professionals who provide unconditional support should consider
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they seek to support each other’s dreams.
joining the group. The Women’s Business Network of Frederick began in the year 2000, when six women met for lunch in Downtown Frederick. They were disappointed that there was no business organization in Frederick singularly focused on helping women grow their businesses. They began to form the group they were searching for, first calling it the Women’s Focus Group. The Women’s Business Network of Frederick
The network’s annual signature event is called Steps to Success. This year, it is scheduled for October 19, at Holly Hills Country Club in Ijamsville. From its beginnings, the Steps to Success event has had the vision and purpose to connect professional women and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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The keynote speaker for the 12th annual Steps to Success is Helen Propheter, director of the Frederick County Office of Economic Development. Propheter plans to discuss what to keep in mind when doing business in Frederick County, with suggestions to professionally advance yourself while expanding your network and creating opportunities to gain potential clients without costing much. Included is a full day of professional and personal development customized to meet each person’s needs. Breakfast buffet, plated lunch, engaging and inspirational sessions, and of course, relationship building amongst peers are all included. Attendees can design their day based on their personal interests. The Women’s Business Network seeks out the best facilitators who lead small group discussions in a wide variety of topics that include business growth initiatives, women’s health and personal development.
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During these dynamic sessions, participants find themselves in a group of like-minded women who support each other’s desire for self-improvement. Each small group will take part in a professionally led discussion designed to inform each woman with tangible tools to accelerate the growth they desire. Participants are encouraged to share insights and provide support for other attendees.
+ Women’s Business Network of Frederick wbnfrederick.org
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FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Prioritizes Educational Equity BY TERRY ALBAN, SUPERINTENDENT, FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) places a high priority on educational equity. The Board of Education is committed to providing all students timely access to the resources and educational rigor they need. Educational equity is about delivering appropriate academic, social and economic supports to ensure access to opportunities that maximize every students’ potential. At FCPS, equity also means valuing each and every student. We respect
The focus at FCPS is on providing students equitable access to
each student’s cognitive, social emotional, and physical ability, age,
high quality, culturally relevant instruction, academic support and
ethnicity, family structure, gender, gender expression and identity, sexual
extracurricular opportunities in equitable, safe, diverse and inclusive
orientation, language, national origin, race, religion and socioeconomic
schools. To reflect this commitment, FCPS leaders work to carry
background. We prepare each student for lifelong learning, the world
out seven practices:
of work and full participation in representative government. We achieve educational equity when we raise achievement for all
to technology and broadband service, as well as high quality
students while eliminating the predictability and disproportionality
and safe facilities.
of which students occupy the highest and lowest achieving groups. One strategy for reaching this goal is to recruit, hire, support, and retain culturally, racially and linguistically diverse personnel. The overall aim is to ensure that each relevant policy, procedure and practice provides educational equity. The Board of Education’s educational equity policy clarifies definitions of achievement and opportunity gaps. An achievement gap exists when there are significant and persistent disparities in academic performance or educational attainment between groups of students. An opportunity gap reflects perpetuation of lower educational expectations, aspirations, participation and achievement for certain groups of students, often as the result of factors such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomics, English proficiency, wealth or familial situations.
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2. Include cultural responsiveness in reviews of curriculum, assessments and more. 3. Provide resources and professional development necessary to close achievement and opportunity gaps. 4. Align accountability measures to ensure relevant performance or growth measures. 5. Increase participation of persons from underrepresented groups in staffing and specialized programs. 6. Consider equitable access to 21st-century learning environments in all plans for new construction and renovations. 7. Identify partnerships with stakeholders throughout the Frederick community to support educational equity.
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The promise of public education is to equip each and every student to be an empowered learner and an engaged citizen to achieve a positive impact in our community and beyond. This fall, the Board of Education began forming a Racial Equity Committee to focus on identifying discrimination or harassment, raising awareness of implicit bias, and eliminating or mitigating racial inequity or its effects across the school system. Entering my third four-year term as superintendent this school year, I remain determined and fully committed to do everything possible to promote educational equity and to end achievement and opportunity gaps at FCPS. I encourage those seeking more information to see the Board’s full Educational Equity Policy 444 (adopted in 2017 and revised in April 2019), as well as additions to iSTOCKPHOTO.COM / CHINNAPONG
Policy 101 and the relatively new Regulation 100-09 regarding the Racial Equity Committee, online at www.fcps.org/policies. Join in helping our community achieve educational equity to fulfill the promise of public education.
For more about FCPS: • Visit www.fcps.org • Parents get FindOutFirst school email news when they provide their email address to the school and can get emergency text messages when they log in to enter a mobile phone number. Community members are encouraged to sign up at www.fcps.org/fof • Like FCPS MD on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube • Read the FCPS Calendar Handbook • Watch FCPS-TV on Comcast cable channel 18 and online at www. fcps.org/tv • Contact the FCPS Office of Public Affairs, 191 S. East St., Frederick, 301-696-6900
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EDUCATION throughout FREDERICK COUNTY COLLEGES/ UNIVERSITIES
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Frederick Community College
Banner School
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7932 Opossumtown Pike
Frederick, MD 21702
1730 N. Market St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-846-2400 w frederick.edu
O 301-695-9320 w www.bannerschool.org
Hood College
Beth Sholom Early Childhood Center
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401 Rosemont Ave.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-696-3400 m admission@hood.edu w www.hood.edu Mount St. Mary’s University
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16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
O 301-447-6122 m admissions@msmary.edu w www.msmary.edu Mount St. Mary’s University, Frederick Campus
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5350 Spectrum Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
O 301-682-8315 m inquiry@msmary.edu w www.msmary.edu
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1011 North Market St.
Frederick, MD 21701
Mother Seton School
Small classes, hands-on learning, and a well-rounded curriculum are complemented by a beautiful natural setting adjoining the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, who founded in 1810 the pioneering school that became Mother Seton School. Today we continue her mission to provide an excellent, affordable Catholic pre-k to grade 8 education to all who seek it.
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100 Creamery Road
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
O 301-447-3161 w www.mothersetonschool.org
O 301-663-3427 w www.bethsholomfrederick.org
Saint John’s Regional Catholic School
Friends Meeting School
Frederick, MD 21702
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3232 Green Valley Road
Ijamsville, MD
O 301-798-0288 w www.friendsmeetingschool.org Friends Meeting School is a premiere K-12 Quaker school which inspires students to change the world. Our confident and compassionate students, encouraged by passionate teachers, become inquisitive leaders who aim to Seek and Speak Truth and Love.
Lucy School Arts-Integrated Curriculum
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9117 Frostown Road
Middletown, MD 21769
O 301-293-1163 w www.lucyschool.com
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8414 Oppossumtown Pike
O 301-662-6722 w www.sjrcs.org
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Frederick Adventist School (pre-K–8)
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6437 Jefferson Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
O 301-663-0363 Frederick Christian Academy (pre-K–12)
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6642 Carpenter Road
Frederick, MD 21703
O 301-473-8990 New Life Christian School (pre-K–12)
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5909 Jefferson Pike
Frederick, MD 21703
O 301-663-8418 Saint Thomas More Academy (pre-K-8)
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103 Prospect St.
Middletown, MD 21769
O 240-490-5479 St. John’s Catholic Prep High School (9–12)
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3989 Buckeystown Pike
Buckeystown, MD 21717
O 301-662-4210
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PRESCHOOLS Frederick County Public Schools Pre-K Programs The FCPS Pre-Kindergarten program is a state-funded program for 4-year-olds who meet the following eligibility requirements: - Must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1 of current school year.
FCPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Lincoln Elementary
Ballenger Creek Elementary
Middletown Elementary (grades 3–5)
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5250 Kingsbrook Drive, Frederick
O 240-236-2500 w http://education.fcps.org/bces Brunswick Elementary
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200 Madison St., Frederick
O 240-236-2650
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201 E. Green St., Middletown
O 240-236-1100 Middletown Primary (grades K–2)
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403 Franklin St., Middletown
- Must reside in Frederick County.
O 240-236-2900
O 240-566-0200 w http://education.fcps.org/mps
- Those who qualify under the Free and Reduced-Price Meal guidelines or who are homeless or in foster care receive automatic placement.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary
Monocacy Elementary
For more information, visit http://www.fcps. org/academics/prekindergarten
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400 Central Ave., Brunswick
601 Contender Way, Frederick
O 240-566-0300 Carroll Manor Elementary
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5624 Adamstown Road, Adamstown
O 240-236-3800
Educare Learning Center
Centerville Elementary
Full-day, year-round child care program for children 8 weeks through school-age, 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Additional part-time preschool program available 9 a.m.-1 p.m. during the school-year. Educare is MSDE Accredited, EXCELS Level 5, Approved Non-Public Educational Program (for 3-5 year olds), and Licensed (#65870).
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2538 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson, MD
O 301-834-9007 w www.educatewithcare.com Frederick County Head Start
Provides 3- and 4-year-olds from low-income families a comprehensive preschool program. Focus is on language skills, problem solving, creativity, personal growth, organizational skills and readiness for the public school system. Also offers parent education and special services.
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801 N. East St., Frederick
O 301-378-9140
FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (FCPS) Superintendent Dr. Theresa Alban
3601 Carriage Hill Drive, Frederick
O 240-566-0100 w http://education.fcps.org/ces Deer Crossing Elementary
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10601 Finn Drive, New Market
O 240-236-5900
191 S. East St., Frederick
O 301-644-5000 (General Information) w http://fcps.org
429 Main St., Myersville
O 240-236-1900 New Market Elementary
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93 W. Main St., New Market
O 240-236-1300 w http://education.fcps.org/nmes/ New Midway Elementary School (grades 3–5)
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12226 Woodsboro Pike, Keymar
North Frederick Elementary
300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
O 240-236-1750 Glade Elementary
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9525 Glade Road, Walkersville
O 240-236-2100 Green Valley Elementary
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11501 Fingerboard Road, Monrovia
O 240-236-3400 Hillcrest Elementary
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1285 Hillcrest Drive, Frederick
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1010 Fairview Ave., Frederick
O 240-236-2000 Oakdale Elementary
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5830 Oakdale School Road, Ijamsville
O 240-236-3300 Orchard Grove Elementary
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5898 Hannover Road, Frederick
O 240-236-2400 w http://education.fcps.org/oges/
O 240-236-3200
Parkway Elementary
Kemptown Elementary
O 240-236-2600
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3456 Kemptown Church Road, Monrovia
Lewistown Elementary
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Frederick County Board of Education Main Administrative Office
Myersville Elementary
O 240-236-1500
O 301-696-6910
http://fcps.org/boe
7421 Hayward Road, Frederick
O 240-236-1400
Emmitsburg Elementary
O 240-236-3500 w http://education.fcps.org/kes
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11119 Hessong Bridge Road, Thurmont
O 240-236-3750 Liberty Elementary
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11820 Liberty Road, Frederick
O 240-236-1800
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300 Carroll Parkway, Frederick
Sabillasville Elementary
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16210-B Sabillasville Road, Sabillasville
O 240-236-6000 Spring Ridge Elementary
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9051 Ridgefield Drive, Frederick
O 240-236-1600 Thurmont Elementary (grades 3–5)
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805 East Main St., Thurmont
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ABOUT FCPS 2018–19 Enrollment
> 43,000 Enrollment Growth in Past Year
> 600 students
Thurmont Primary (grades Pre-K–2)
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7989 Rocky Ridge Road, Thurmont O 240-236-2800
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Tuscarora Elementary
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6321 Lambert Drive, Frederick
> 92%
O 240-566-0000 w http://education.fcps.org/tues
Employees
Twin Ridge Elementary
Graduation Rate
> 6,000, of which nearly 3,000 are teachers ( fulltime equivalent positions) Student Demographics
> 59% White, 17% Hispanic/Latino of any race, 13% Black or African American, 6% Asian, 5% Two or more races.
> 26.6% Eligible for free or reduced-price
school meals
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1106 Leafy Hollow Circle, Mount Airy
O 240-236-2300 w http://education.fcps.org/tres Urbana Elementary at Sugarloaf
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3400 Stone Barn Drive, Frederick
O 240-566-0500 w http://education.fcps.org/ues
FCPS MIDDLE SCHOOLS Ballenger Creek Middle
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5525 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick
O 240-236-5700 Brunswick Middle
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301 Cummings Drive, Brunswick
O 240-236-5400 Crestwood Middle
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7100 Foxcroft Drive, Frederick
O 240-566-9000 Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle
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1799 Schifferstadt Boulevard, Frederick
O 240-236-4900 Middletown Middle
> 11% Receiving Special Education services > 8% Families for whom English is not the
Valley Elementary
primary language
O 240-236-3000 w http://education.fcps.org/ves
Monocacy Middle
Walkersville Elementary
O 240-236-4700 w http://education.fcps.org/moms
Per Pupil Expenditure
> $13,285 per year (2017–18) Combined SAT Scores (2018)
> 1,066 Maryland, 1,049 U.S., 1,149 Frederick County Advanced Placement Mean Scores (2018)
> 3.03 Maryland, 2.84 Global, 3.27 Frederick 37 Elementary Schools, Grades Kindergarten–5
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3519 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson
83 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
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100 Martha Mason St., Middletown
O 240-236-4200
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8009 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
O 240-236-1000
New Market Middle
Waverley Elementary
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201 Waverley Drive, Frederick
O 240-236-3900 w http://education.fcps.org/waves
125 W. Main St., New Market
O 240-236-4600 w http://education.fcps.org/nmms Oakdale Middle
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9840 Old National Pike, Ijamsville
> All provide full-day kindergarten > Pre-kindergarten is offered to all students
Whittier Elementary
eligible for free or reduced-price meals
O 240-236-3100 w http://education.fcps.org/whes
Thurmont Middle
10 High Schools, Grades 9–12,
Wolfsville Elementary
O 240-236-5100
and a Virtual (Online) School Program
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Urbana Middle
13 Middle Schools, Grades 6–8
> Career & Technology Center for high school students countywide
> HeatherRidge and Rock Creek schools for students with special needs
> Maryland’s first public charter school, Monocacy Valley Montessori; Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter; and Frederick Classical Charter School. School Bus Riders
> 31,000+ Meals Served Daily
> 12,500 lunches, about 7,000 breakfasts Meal Cost*
> Elementary: $2.65 lunch, $1.60 breakfast > Middle/High: $2.90 lunch, $1.85 breakfast Free and reduced-price meals available to families with limited ability to pay (For details, call 301-644-5061, visit fcps.org/meals or contact the child’s school.)
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2400 Whittier Drive, Frederick
12520 Wolfsville Road, Myersville
O 240-236-2250
O 240-236-5500
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408 E. Main St., Thurmont
3511 Pontius Ct., Ijamsville
Woodsboro Elementary (grades Pre-K–2)
O 240-566-9200 w http://education.fcps.org/ums
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Walkersville Middle
101 Liberty Road, Woodsboro
O 240-236-3700 Yellow Springs Elementary
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8717 Yellow Springs Road, Frederick
O 240-236-1700 w http://education.fcps.org/yses
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55 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
O 240-236-4400 West Frederick Middle
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515 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 240-236-4000 w http://education.fcps.org/wfms Windsor Knolls Middle
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11150 Windsor Road, Ijamsville
O 240-236-5000 w http://education.fcps.org/wkms
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FCPS HIGH SCHOOLS Brunswick High
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101 Cummings Drive, Brunswick
O 240-236-8600 Catoctin High
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14745 Sabillasville Road, Thurmont
OTHER FCPS SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS
SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES
Adult Education/ Flexible Evening High
The ARC of Frederick County
O 240-236-8450 w http://education.fcps.org/flex/fehs
O 240-236-8100
Career and Technology Center
Frederick High
O 240-236-8500 w http://education.fcps.org/ctc
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650 Carroll Parkway, Frederick
O 240-236-7000 Gov. Thomas Johnson High
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1501 N. Market St., Frederick
O 240-236-8200 w http://education.fcps.org/gtjhs Linganore High
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200 Schoolhouse Drive, Middletown
O 240-236-7400 w http://education.fcps.org/mhs Oakdale High
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5850 Eaglehead Drive, Ijamsville
O 240-566-9400 w http://education.fcps.org/ohs
O 301-898-3587 w http://fc4htrp.org F.R.I.E.N.D.S.
210 Madison St., Frederick
Middletown High
http://somd.org/frederick-county
Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program
O 240-236-2694 w http://education.fcps.org/essl
O 240-566-9700
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7922 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
HOMESCHOOLING RESOURCES
12013 Old Annapolis Road, Frederick
O 301-663-0909 w http://arcfc.org
Frederick County Special Olympics
Earth and Space Science Lab
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A Down Syndrome Advocacy group in Frederick County
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http://friendsoffredco.org
The Jefferson School For students with primary emotional disturbance and/or behavior disorders and secondary learning, developmental, and post-traumatic stress disorders.
http://fcps.org/academics/home-instruction.cfm
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2940 Point of Rocks Road, Jefferson
O 240-315-0200 Maryland School for the Deaf
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101 Clarke Place, Frederick
O 301-360-2000
TDD: 301-360-2001
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http://msd.edu
Tuscarora High
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5312 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick
O 240-236-6400 Urbana High
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3471 Campus Drive, Ijamsville
O 240-236-7600 Walkersville High
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81 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
O 240-236-7200
FCPS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter School
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Frederick Classical Charter School 8445 Spires Way, Frederick
O 240-236-1200 w http://frederickclassicalcharterschool.org Monocacy Valley Montessori Public Charter School
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Catholic Schools St. John Regional Catholic School (Pre-K - 8th Grade) 8414 Opossumtown Pike | Frederick, MD 21702 SJRCS.org | 301-695-9358 Mother Seton School (Pre-K - 8th Grade) 100 Creamery Road | Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MotherSetonSchool.org | 301-447-3165
7215 Corporate Court, Frederick
O 301-663-7970 w http://carrollcreekmontessori.org
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FREDERICK COUNTY
217 Dill Ave., Frederick
O 301-668-5013 w http://education.fcps.org/mvmpcs
St. Thomas More Academy (Pre-K - 8th Grade) 103 Prospect Street | Middletown, MD 21769 STMAmd.org | 240-490-5479 Saint John's Catholic Prep (High School) 3989 Buckeystown Pike | Buckeystown, MD 21717 SaintJohnsprep.org | 301.662.4210 | 9th-12th Grade
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An integrated curriculum designed to foster academic excellence, confidence, critical thinking skills, creativity, collaboration, and a love for learning. We treat each child as an individual with a custom approach that helps them thrive.
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Educare Learning Center 2538 Jefferson Pike • Jefferson, MD 21755 Located on 22 wooded acres directly off Rt. 340/MD 180
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Surgery
Sports Medicine
Diagnostic Services
Hand/Upper Extremity Podiatry NCS/EMG Studies Neck & Low Back Pain Acute Pain Management
Arthroscopic Surgery, Joint Replacement & Many Others X-Rays, Bone Density Studies & Electrodiagnostic Testing
Physical Therapy Fracture Care
Sports Injuries - Young & Mature Athletes
We would like to welcome Jean Guy-Yoma Souffrant MD, MSPT, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist to our office.
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KINDRED NUTRITION offers collaborative approach to overall health Amy Goldsmith, RD, LDN, has been a dietitian for 20 years, and her experience, a marriage of strong medical nutrition therapy and successful sales roles, gave her the skills and guts to launch a private practice from scratch. Goldsmith founded Kindred Nutrition in 2010 with a goal of focusing her practice on gastrointestinal (GI) health, sports nutrition, weight management and eating disorders. The support of the Frederick community helped Kindred Nutrition to grow quickly and the practice now includes three dietitians, therapists and a yoga instructor. Kindred Nutrition is unique in that it incorporates wellness in many ways. Staff provides individual nutrition and therapy, family nutrition and therapy, yoga classes, support groups, mindful meal exposures and grocery tours. Since everyone is an individual, everyone is met where they are and their treatment is unique. At Kindred Nutrition, the focus is on evidence-based treatment plans and collaboration with an entire medical team. One of Goldsmith’s passions is to help consumers make sense of the confusing and unregulated nutrition claims on the Internet. Her passion to educate the public got her elected as the Consumer Protection Coordinator Board Member with the Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This role allows her to continue to be an advocate for smart consumers. She became a dietitian in 1999 and although she has worked with many realms of medical nutrition therapy, specializes in eating disorders, digestive health and sports nutrition. Goldsmith focuses on meeting all her clients where they currently are and focusing on education, re-framing the mind and using food as fuel for your brain and body. She believes there is a strong connection between the gut and brain and focuses on both with all clients. In addition, as a sports nutritionist and dietitian, she assists with getting the client to peak performance by incorporating optimal nutrition before, during training, race time and recovery. Other members of the Kindred Nutrition team include Rebecca Ridenour, RDN, LDN. She has worked as a dietitian since 2010. Ridenour works with clients who have eating disorders and specializes in digestive health, women’s health and autoimmune and sports nutrition. Ridenour works to create and implement concierge programs to support clients to get to end goals. Ridenour also specializes in renal nutrition and collaborates with Frederick’s nephrologists to provide nutrition counseling for clients with stage 3 and stage 4 renal failure. 36
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Dawn Croft, RDN, LDN, has been a dietitian since 2002, and has a large range of experience in outpatient and inpatient nutrition. Croft is trained on the use of a special diet for irritable bowel syndrome and uses an evidence-based approach for gastrointestinal disease. Croft has a variety of experience with weight management, eating disorders and sports nutrition. Kim Coppola, LCSW, is a therapist with more than eight years of experience in child life, outpatient counseling and group work. Coppola fosters an emotionally safe environment for children, adolescents and adults while establishing a therapeutic alliance with her clients. She works from a strength-based perspective with a goal of improving overall health and well being. Therapist Alana Earp, LMSW brings nine years of experience to Kindred Nutrition. She believes that in order to care for mental, physical, and emotional health it’s important to learn how to integrate self care. If you suffer from heightened emotions that affect your daily life, Earp says this it is normal to feel helpless and hopeless. As a therapist her goal is to help you identify emotions and develop a plan with coping strategies and techniques to help decrease anxiety, stress, fear and isolation. Self care is modeled through goal setting and problem solving. In addition to experience with working with the vulnerable adult population, Earp has experience with competitive gymnastics and understands mental blocks and working through fear issues. The team at Kindred Nutrition incorporates state-of-the-art equipment and innovative programs that are backed by scientific evidence. The practice offers a variety of tests and evaluations to identify markers that define treatment plans. Wellness services, such as yoga and meditation and grocery store tours are also offered alongside counseling and nutrition services.
+ Kindred Nutrition 810 Toll House Ave., Frederick 301-580-0008 kindrednutrition.com
Radha Nathan, M.D., F.A.A.P. Sheetal Dhote, M.D., F.A.A.P. Bophany Chea, M.D., F.A.A.P. Leena Dev, M.D., F.A.A.P. Thomas Koerner, M.D., F.A.A.P. Helena Leite, M.D., F.A.A.P. Brian Swinton, M.D., F.A.A.P. Kari Pratt, C.R.N.P. Stefanie Spessard, C.R.N.P. Christina Kirkpatrick, PA-C Brittany Henry, PA-C
FREDERICK (TJ) OFFICE 87 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 101, Frederick, MD 21702 HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8am–7pm (6pm in summer); Walk-Ins 8–9am Saturday, 9am–noon (by appointment only, no walk-ins) PHONE: 301-694-0606 BALLENGER CREEK OFFICE 6550 Mercantile Drive, Suite 106, Frederick, MD 21703 HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; Walk-ins 8–9am PHONE: 301-668-6347 MOUNT AIRY OFFICE 1311 South Main Street, Suite 304, Mount Airy, MD 21771 HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; Walk-ins 8–9am PHONE: 301-829-6146 URBANA OFFICE 3500 Campus Drive, Suite D, Urbana, MD 21704 HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm; Walk-ins 8–9am PHONE: 301-874-6107
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X-Ray and Imaging Services Rehabilitation Services
O 301-829-5880 FMH ProMotion Fitness +
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Frederick, MD 21703
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Patient Information
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FMH Psychiatric Services
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O 240-566-3567 FMH Advanced Skin & Wound Care
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Frederick, MD 21703
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REGIONAL HOSPITALS
Holy Cross Hospital
Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital of Maryland
Johns Hopkins Medical Center
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O 410-848-3000 Children’s National Medical Center
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Washington, D.C.
O 202-884-5000
1-800-787-0021
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Radiation Oncology
O 240-566-4500 Outpatient Intravenous Therapy
O 301-694-5580 FMH Rose Hill
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Rose Hill Plaza
1562 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702
O 240-566-3100 FMH Urbana
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O 301-694-3400 Georgetown University Hospital
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O 202-444-2000 The Gettysburg Hospital
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Gettysburg, PA
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Hospice of Frederick County
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Baltimore
O 410-578-8600 Potomac Ridge Behavioral Health
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Rockville
O 301-251-4500 Saint Agnes Hospital
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Baltimore
O 410-368-6000 Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
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Rockville
O 301-279-6000 Sheppard Pratt Services at FMH
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Frederick
O 240-566-3990 Washington Adventist Hospital
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Takoma Park
Washington County Hospital Association
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Baltimore
Greater Baltimore Medical Center
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Good Samaritan Hospital
FMH Wellness Center 5500 Buckeystown Pike
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Inc.
O 717-334-2121
O 410-532-8000
Francis Scott Key Mall
Baltimore
O 410-332-9000
O 301-891-7600
O 301-874-2163
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Baltimore
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Brook Lane Health Services
FMH Therapy Center Frederick, MD 21701
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Mercy Medical Center
Frederick Memorial Hospital
501 W. Seventh St.
Silver Spring
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O 202-877-7000
Comprehensive Pediatric Care Seven Offices to Better Serve You Convenient Office Hours Including Nights & Weekends Telephone Advice From Our Nurses During Office Hours Online Referral & Prescription Refill Requests Available Committed to Patient Service & Satisfaction 1475 Taney Ave • Frederick | 610 Solarex Ct • Frederick 504 E. Ridgeville Blvd, Ste 101 • Mt. Airy | 9093 Ridgefield Dr • Frederick 3020 B Ventrie Ct • Myersville | 3430 Worthington Blvd #204 • Urbana
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• Relaxing Private Rooms • Sedation Dentistry • Laser Lip and Tongue Tie Release • Babies Under 18 Months Complimentary Exam • Orthodontics Parents Welcome During Treatment for Children & Adults FREDERICK, MD: 77 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite A • Frederick, Maryland 21702 • 301-682-3887 HAGERSTOWN, MD: 1150 Omega Drive, Suite 102 • Hagerstown, Maryland 21740 • 240-513-6161
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Anytime Fitness is looking for 25 women to complete our 6 Week Total Fitness Transformation Challenge. This program will change your life, but expect to work hard. All levels are wanted, we just ask that you try your best and finish the 6 weeks. WHAT YOU’LL GET: • Renewed energy • Our Core-22 Weight Loss System to help you stay on track • Recipes • Three weekly sessions with a fitness coach to jump start your metabolism • A Personal Accountability Coach to help you with motivation
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THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, DONATE FOR A BETTER US. Every day, the Y strengthens communities for kids, adults, seniors and families with programs that protect, teach, connect, heal, nourish and encourage. It’s how we help communities and the “us” who live in them achieve our individual and collective promise.
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DAYBREAK OFFERS RESPITE for seniors, caretakers BY GINA GALLUCCI-WHITE
Frederick County’s premier knowledge and discovery destination for adults ages 55 and Daybreak Adult Day Services in Frederick provides care for individuals 50 years of age and older, known as the Institute for Learning in Retirement, is delivering unique opportunities older with various medical needs during daytime hours, offering an alternative to full-time to discover, study and discuss our nation’s history this summer. care facilities and in-home care services. “Daybreak offers [older residents] a safe place outside of the house for the person to come and spend time during the day, which allows the family to get respite and allows the senior to be involved with other people, be active and have fun even if they have medical or memory challenges,” says Christina Forbes, Daybreak program director. The Frederick facility welcomes up to 70 participants each day, with folks coming two to five days per week, based on needs. The majority of participants are people ages 50 years and older with age-related challenges. Some have memory impairments, such as a form of dementia, while others have Parkinson’s disease. Some are monitored because they have suffered a stroke or need help managing their diabetes or arthritis. “We have two registered nurses in the facility every day so they can administer medication, blood sugar checks, insulin, breathing treatments,” Forbes said. “They do a lot of medical oversight and management.”
walkers. “We have nursing assistants who assist people who may not be able to move around well independently or who may need help in the bathroom,” she said. Whether staying for a few hours or all day, participants are offered a wide variety of activities at Daybreak, including daily exercise, bowling, bocci, corn hole, dancing, musical activities, arts and crafts and word and trivia games. A host of entertainers also come
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to the facility to put smiles on the seniors’ faces, including a recent appearance by Joe Coleman, the former lead singer for the early rock-n-roll era group The Platters. “We try to have something for everybody,” Forbes said.
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The center also provides field trips to a number of Frederick area destinations including recent pilgrimages to the Delaplaine Arts Center in Frederick, the Little Red Barn Ice Cream Café in Jefferson and Krispy Kreme doughnut shop on Buckeystown Pike. Daybreak provides breakfast, lunch and a snack as well as doorto-door transportation through most of Frederick County. For those who live outside of the county or in a rural area, staff will rendezvous with them at a meeting point. A nonprofit organization, the center applies for grants and does fundraising activities to help keep costs low. Payment varies depending on income level and additional potential subsidies. The service is not covered by health insurance. “Our hope is to not turn anyone away for an inability to pay,” iSTOCKPHOTO.COM / FEVERPITCHED
Forbes said. “We can usually find some arrangement that will work for each person.” Forbes notes that participants benefit through the opportunity for socialization and camaraderie. “Everyone here has a lot of life left to live,” she said. “They just need a little extra help. There is lots of laughter. People feel like
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Frequently Asked Questions How does someone enroll in the program? The first step is calling/emailing to arrange a tour and an assessment by a nurse. Do I have to come every day? No, you may choose the weekly schedule that serves you best; from two to five days per week. How does billing work? Participants are billed monthly, in advance, based on the schedule of their choosing. There is no long-term commitment to the program. Does insurance pay for the program? Medicare and medical insurance do not pay for adult medical day care. Maryland Medical Assistance will pay in certain situations, as will the Veterans Administration, and Department of Social Services Senior Care. Additionally, many long-term care insurance policies will cover the cost. What do you do when the weather is bad? Occasionally the center will close due to bad weather, but does not follow the local school system decisions for closures.
My loved one was never a “joiner.” Will he have to participate? No one is forced to do anything they are not comfortable with. Some participants love to be in the front row, in the middle of the dance floor, or up in front with the microphone, while others are quite content taking it all in from the sidelines. Each person’s comfort zone is respected, while at the same time, individuals are encouraged to do what they can and try new things. There are number of spaces in the center that lend themselves to quiet activities, such as reading, puzzles, cards, knitting or just resting or napping, so participants do not need to be active in groups all day. I feel guilty about sending my loved one somewhere during the day. I should be able to take care of her myself. By sending her to our program you are taking good care of her, and of yourself. She will be able to socialize with peers, stay active both physically and mentally, and have a renewed sense of purpose. Most caregivers report they are better rested, more patient and less stressed when their loved one attends the program.
they have purpose again. There is a reason to get up and get out of
come here and for their families and can really make a difference
the house, so it definitely improves mood.”
to help a senior stay at home or age in place. Sometimes when that
Caregivers also get a break when their loved one goes to Daybreak, using the time to do work, run errands or take some time for themselves. “For seven hours of the day, they are not directly responsible for taking care of their loved one,” Forbes said. “[Daybreak] gives [caregivers] peace of mind that they are in a safe place with people who can take care of them or take care of any problem,” Forbes said. When an individual joins Daybreak, Forbes said, “the family also
is not possible it can really make the transition into long-term care a little bit easier.” This year, Daybreak marks 30 years of service to the Frederick community and remains the only adult medical day care center in the area that serves seniors. “It is an honor to work with the families … and it is really a joy to know we have given them pleasure in the later years of their life,” Forbes says. “There is nothing better than hearing people laugh, seeing people take pride in their appearance again — wearing jewelry and makeup. People truly love coming here and they are quick to tell me that, which is incredibly gratifying.”
gets our team as part of their team. They get the help of our social worker, our nurses. We are able to help guide them through what can be very challenging waters,” Forbes said. Some families may hesitate to call and register for Daybreak, as many feel they can handle the caregiving responsibility themselves. Seniors may also be nervous to try something new. “It is absolutely worth making the call and coming out to see [Daybreak],” Forbes says. “It is life changing for the people who
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FCC’S MAKERSPACE Offers Lessons in 3D Technology BY CHRISTINE WISNIEWSKI
A quick glance around Frederick Community College’s immaculate Makerspace makes one thing apparent: the future is here. The 1,600-square-foot Makerspace, located within FCC’s off-campus Monroe Center, features 3D printers, a 3D scanner, a laser cutter, high-tech desktop computers and more. Various 3D printed models and laser-cut objects sit around the pristine room, showcasing the technical talents of the students who use the space. In its 52-year history, Frederick Community College has grown extensively to offer unique programs, resources and workspaces to students in and around Frederick County, and the Makerspace is just one of the many ways it attracts learners of all interests and abilities. The Makerspace first opened in August 2017 as part of the recently renovated Monroe Center, located near the Frederick Fairgrounds, about 15 minutes from FCC’s main campus. The Monroe Center boasts 55,000 square feet of classrooms and workshops catering to building trades, culinary arts, hospitality, health care and technology courses. Monroe Center Career and Technical Training Program Manager Kathi Groover describes the Makerspace as a resource for FCC faculty and students that allows for innovation, creation and collaboration among students while providing all the digital fabrication tools needed to make “whatever you can dream.” “It’s a unique resource in Frederick County—certainly in this area,” Groover said. In addition to four 3D printers of varying sizes and capabilities, FCC’s Makerspace offers a 3D scanner, a laser cutter, a CNC router (a computer-controlled cutting machine), Arduinos (open-source platforms used for building electronics projects) and many associated tools such as screwdrivers, precision knives, multimeters and soldering irons. The space also includes 12 high-powered desktop computers, student lockers and tables that can hold up to 16 students.
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The Makerspace is open to “pretty much anyone that has a formal relationship with the college,” Groover said, explaining that when one signs up to use the Makerspace or take a course, they are enrolled as an FCC student. Eventually, the FCC staff/faculty aspires to turn the Makerspace into a full “fab lab,” or fabrication laboratory, offering a wide array of flexible computer-controlled tools that can make just about anything.
Courses offered by Makerspace The current round of Makerspace courses began in September and includes Solidworks: 3D Modeling and Engineering, 3D Printing and Prototyping, Discover 3D Printing, two electronics classes and four classes that explore physical computing and robotics with Arduinos. These classes range from $49 to $565, depending on the length and depth of the course. For example, the $565 Solidworks class is 30 hours total and held twice per week during evenings, while the four-hour, $49 Discover 3D Printing class is held on one day. Those interested in taking a course must sign up at least two weeks prior to the start date. FCC is always adding more courses, so potential students should keep checking instruction schedules to find out what new classes are being offered. Makerspace courses can be found by visiting FCC’s Makerspace webpage. While Makerspace courses are intended for college-aged students and beyond, summer programs like Kids on Campus and Teens
on Campus allow younger students to learn new skills while being taught by experienced instructors. “We are really focused on workforce development training skills and integrating the capabilities of this space with different academic programs across campus,” Groover said.
What to expect The Makerspace is not open all the time; it is only open when the Monroe Center is open and it is only staffed when staff is available. However, there is an open lab on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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“We work to accommodate needs if someone wants to come in,” Groover added. “It’s a very flexible, scalable and robust space.” If someone would like to use the Makerspace, a staff member will discuss with them what project they’d like to complete and what tools they need. First, staff must ensure that the materials one brings to Makerspace are compatible with the machines. When it is time to start the project, the staff member assists with making the item and trains the student as needed. When a student becomes proficient on a machine, they may operate it independently.
+ What is 3D printing?
A 3D printer builds a three-dimensional object from a computer-aided design model, layer by layer. There are a variety of raw materials that can be used to print, such as ABS plastic, nylon, epoxy resins, steel, titanium, wax, polycarbonate and more. FCC’s printers use ABS plastic, which is extremely durable and impact-resistant. The printers in the Makerspace, which range in sizes and capabilities, can make tools, breadboards (a fundamental piece for building circuits), chain links, blocks, models and much more. PHOTOGRAPHS BY CHRISTINE WISNIEWSKI Fall 2019 // FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE
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ART CENTERS & GALLERIES The ArtistAngle Gallery
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124 S. Carroll St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 240-285-4393 w www.theartistangle.com Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center
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40 S. Carroll St,
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-698-0656 w www.delaplaine.org The Frederick Arts Council
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11 W. Patrick St., Suite 201,
Frederick, MD 21701
Roger Brooke Taney House
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121 S. Bentz St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-663-7880 w www.frederickhistory.org
ACTIVITIES & SPORTS City of Frederick Parks & Recreation The Parks and Recreation Department was founded in 1927 to provide recreational opportunities to all Frederick city residents, regardless of age, race or religion, and to provide and maintain parks, swimming pools, and sports facilities for public use and benefit.
O 301-662-4190 w www.frederickartscouncil.org
, Talley Recreation Center
MUSEUMS
O 301-600-1300 w cityoffrederick.com/255/
Beatty Cramer House
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Liberty Road, Frederick
O 301-668-2086 Brunswick Heritage Museum
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B40 W. Potomac St.
Brunswick, MD 21716
O 301-834-7100 w www.brunswickmuseum.org Heritage Frederick
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Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w www.frederickhistory.org National Museum of Civil War Medicine
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48 E Patrick St,
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-695-1864 w www.civilwarmed.org Rose Hill Manor Park & Children’s Museum
121 N. Bentz Street. Frederick, MD 21701
Parks-Recreation
Frederick County Parks & Recreation Frederick County offers a variety of parks and recreation programs for its residents. Find out about seasonal activities for all ages at recreater. com. For a map of all Frederick County parks facilities, go to: http:// maps.frederickcountymd.gov/ parksandrecreation.
YMCA
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1000 N Market St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-663-5131 w www.frederickymca.org
SPORTS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
O 301-600-1650 w www.rosehillmuseum.com
Baltimore Chapter – Baltimore Adapted Recreation and Sports (BARS)
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
O 410-771-4606 w www.barsinfo.org
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1611 N. Market St.
Frederick, MD 21701
, 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-663-3885 The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
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339 S. Seton Ave.
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
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Baltimore
Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating
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Annapolis
O 410-266-5722 w www.crabsailing.org
Disabled Sports USA
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Rockville
O 301-217-0960 w www.disabledsportsusa.org Maryland Ravens (Wheelchair Basketball)
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Baltimore
O 301-825-5359 w www.marylandravens.org
NATIONAL PARKS Appalachian Trail
The Appalachian Trail is a footpath across 2,168 miles from Georgia to Maine. Almost 40 miles cross Maryland, most following the ridgeline of South Mountain. There is only a 1,650-foot change in elevation from the low point at the Potomac River to the high point at High Rock.
Gambrill State Park
Located on the ridge of the Catoctin Mountains in Frederick. Includes 16 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Three stone overlooks offer views of Frederick and Middletown Valley. Nature center, wooded picnic areas, a small fishing pond, picnic shelters. The Tea Room lodge is available for reservation.
w https://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/Pages/western/ gambrill.aspx Gathland State Park
Once the mountain home of George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. A large stone monument dedicated to the memory of Civil War. Hiking trails and picnic pavilion available.
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Jefferson
w http://dnr.maryland.gov/
w https://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/Pages/at.aspx
publiclands/Pages/western/ gathland.aspx
Catoctin Mountain Park
Greenbrier State Park
Contains 25 miles of hiking trails, camping and lodging, and scenic overlooks.
w nps.gov/cato C & O Canal National Historical Park
184.5-mile linear park that interprets the role of canals in America’s westward expansion. A towpath cuts through the Catoctin Mountains at Point of Rocks. Eight miles west, the towpath comes to the railroad town of Brunswick.
w nps.gov/pohe National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park
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South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg
O 301-477-1000 w firehero.org
STATE PARKS State Park Reservations
Multi-use park with a 42-acre manmade freshwater lake and beach. Swimming, canoeing, boating and fishing. Visitor center open yearround. 11 miles of hiking trails.
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Boonsboro
O 301-791-4767 w https://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/Pages/western/ greenbrier.aspx
South Mountain Recreation Area
40-mile multi-use state park weaving along the South Mountain ridge from the Pennsylvania line to the Potomac River. It has no distinguishable boundary or entrance facility and can be accessed at a number of locations. Most of the park is only accessible by foot. Guided climbing at Annapolis Rocks requires a special use agreement to be completed in advance.
w http://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/pages/western/ southmountain.aspx
Washington Monument
O 1-888-432-2267 State Park w https://parkreservations. Located atop South Mountain maryland.gov
Cunningham Falls State Park The William Houck Area is 3 miles west of Thurmont on Route 77 (lake, falls and camping); the Manor Area is 3 miles south of Thurmont off U.S. Route 15 (aviary, camping, Catoctin Iron Furnace). Swimming, hiking, fishing and canoeing, campsites and camper cabins available April through October.
w http://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/pages/western/ cunningham.aspx
and named for the first completed monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. The monument is a rugged stone tower that was initially erected in 1827. Stop by the park office or museum to learn more about the first major Civil War battle fought in Maryland.
, Middletown
O 301-791-4767 w http://dnr.maryland.gov/ publiclands/pages/western/ southmountain.aspx
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MARYLAND GOLF
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With a county population of 300,000 and 13 golf courses, Clustered Spires has earned “Best of Frederick Golf Course”! Golf Digest awards Clustered Spires a HHHH rating. Clustered Spires reputation is a great conditioned golf course with wonderful greens and considered the best value golf course in central Maryland.
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Special Events at
Catoctin Furnace
Fall Fest: Friday and Saturday, October 11 and 12, 2019, 10am-4pm. Spend a day celebrating autumn in historic
Catoctin Furnace at the 9th Annual Fallfest! Watch apple butter boiling over an open fire and purchase a pint fresh from the kettle. Traditional food, including soup and scones will be available for purchase. Tour the historic furnace and houses, see the newly completed Forgeman’s House, and preview exhibits in the Museum of the Ironworker. Watch a blacksmith at work. Make a traditional handkerchief doll, sip apple cider, and enjoy an heirloom-recipe baked good. Free Admission.
Spirits of the Furnace: Saturday, October 19, 2019 In
partnership with Cunningham Falls State Park, Silver Oak Academy, and Harriet Chapel the Historical Society will present the 19th annual “Spirits of the Furnace” on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. “Spirits of the Furnace” is a guided night tour through the historic Catoctin Iron Furnace and Village, with stops in historic structures and along the landscape. Refreshments will be available. Visitors are encouraged to bring a flashlight and wear shoes appropriate for walking on uneven terrain. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. All proceeds will benefit the preservation and interpretation of the historic village. Admission is limited to 75 (15 per group beginning every half hour) and must be purchased in advance. To purchase tickets, visit www.catoctinfurnace.org or call 443-629-8661.
Traditional Village Christmas: Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 10-4 pm. Decorate a fresh wreath with bows, bells, ornaments, and pine cones! Enjoy hot cider, homemade soup, and delicious baked goods at this 9th annual holiday event. Wonderful locally made
crafts, jewelry, and art for sale. Kids activities and a special visit from Belsnickel! Free.
“In their Own Voices”: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 11am-1pm at the Thurmont Public Library, 76 E.
Moser Rd. Thurmont, MD In this 9th annual commemoration of Black History Month, students from Silver Oak Academy will present living history scenes from “Spirits of the Furnace” and serve food prepared from traditional recipes. The event is free and open to the public and the program is followed by lunch prepared by Silver Oak Academy culinary arts students featuring foods made from local recipes such as collard greens with ham and potatoes, iced tea, and sweet potato pie. Free but RSVP requested.
Mark your calendars for the 2020 Maryland Iron Festival! Saturday and Sunday, May 16 and 17, 2020! The
Maryland Iron Festival will be celebrated within the historic village, Catoctin Mountain Park, and Cunningham Falls State Park. The 9th annual Spring event will commemorate the state as a center for the craft of ironmaking. The festival will feature traditional blacksmithing, casting and molding demonstrations in partnership with Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, live music and performances, artists and craftspeople, spring plant and flower sales, children’s activities, a “feats of strength” tournament, tours of historic buildings and the iron furnace, delicious historic food, plein air artists, and local wine and craft beer. Historic structures, such as the Collier’s Log House (ca. 1810), the Stone Cottage (ca. 1820), and the Catoctin Iron Furnace at 12607, 12610, & 12625 Catoctin Furnace Road will be open to the public on both days. The newly constructed trail that links the furnace to the historic village will be open.
All events except “In their Own Voices” will take place at 12607 and 12610 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont, MD 21788. Learn more about Catoctin Furnace history, activities, and special events at www.catoctinfurnace.org or by calling 443-463-6437.
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RESEARCH THE REGION’S AGRICULTURAL HISTORY at Thurmont Center In August 2009, the Thurmont Center for Agricultural History opened inside the Thurmont Regional Library, a branch of the library system in northern Frederick County. The center’s purpose is to collect materials that document the agricultural history of Frederick County and the surrounding region. The goal for the center is to provide researchers with necessary tools to guide their agriculture-related research, whether it pertains to family history, house or property research, the history of rural voluntary organizations or scholarly study of farming. The center is a partnership between the Thurmont Regional Library and the Maryland Room, located in the C. Burr Artz Public Library in Downtown Frederick. The Maryland Room oversees the accessing, archival processing and curatorial care of the collection. Staff in Thurmont handles book processing, access and daily curatorship. The Thurmont Center holds non-circulating materials that reveal the rich, agricultural heritage of Frederick County. The Thurmont Center actively seeks materials that document the history of the groups and individuals involved in the area’s agricultural life. Books, photographs, reports, ribbons and clippings are all examples of materials that help to tell the story of Frederick’s farming legacy. Many of the items in the collection are original and irreplaceable and other items are rare. Frederick County is home to a significant agricultural heritage. Germans were instrumental in settling Frederick County in the early 18th century. The Germans brought with them a way of farming that transformed agricultural practice in Maryland. Diversified family farms replaced tobacco plantations that used enslaved labor as the state’s primary means of agriculture.
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The center holds archival and manuscript collections, including
The archival and book holdings of the Thurmont Center were
records from different area granges. The grange organizations
rehoused from the Maryland Room during a two-year period of
spoke for the farming communities of Frederick County, and
time. The work was completed by FCPL staff members, library
supply a picture of these organizations’ work in the community.
school students, college interns, high school volunteers and other
The collections provide a great deal of information on the Great
volunteers, and was supported by the National Endowment of the
Frederick Fair, which has been in existence for more than 150 years.
Humanities Preservation Assistance Grant to Small Institutions.
The center also has a collection of the Department of Agriculture’s
The center is open every day, and provides research opportunities
Farmers’ Bulletins. It consists of 381 individual titles published
in agricultural history, land use, environmental studies, women’s
in the early and mid-20th century. These paperback publications
history and family history. Patrons should call ahead to allow
provide an overview of the science of agriculture.
library staff to fully assist them in their research.
The center’s book collection can be seen by using the “Thurmont Center for Agricultural History” selection in the location choice under “power search” in the FCPL online catalog. The bulk of the available titles is from the private library of David Eigenrode, a Frederick County career extension professional, who is now retired. Titles date back to 1881, and the collection consists of textbooks,
+ Thurmont Center for Agricultural History Thurmont Regional Library 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont fcpl.org/branches-hours/thurmont-regional-library 301-600-7200
manuals and state and federal government documents.
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THURMONT, MD GETAWAY TO THE GATEWAY!
Purchase Local Art & Local Products At The Main Street Center
Gateway to the Cure Month of October
Shop Small Thurmont Saturday, Nov. 30
Gingerbread Workshop
Horse & Carriage Rides, Dec. 7
3rd Annual Plein Air, Oct. 5
Peaceful Winter Cycling
Christmas in Thurmont, Dec. 7
HISTORY | DINING | SHOPPING | ARTS For more information please visit
ThurmontMainStreet.com
11 WATER STREET | THURMONT, MD 21788
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A two -day festi val f i ll ed with f ood , musi c and l ocal vendors to ce leb rat e o ur rai lroad his tory. Enjoy crisp f al l ai r & warm campfi res whil e ro as ting s 'mores at fi re b o wl s scattered thro ug ho ut do wntown. Brunswick 's to wn sq uare is the place t o b e for al l thing s Hall oween: cid er, cand y and a costume contest f or al l a g es. Expres s your pri de & grati tud e at one of onl y two Veterans Day s ites in M aryland of fici al ly s anctioned b y the U. S. Dept. of V eterans A ff ai rs. A b eloved tradi ti on of chi ld re n's acti viti es throughout d ownt own b us iness es - includi ng cocoa, carolers and crafts
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EXHIBITS • PROGRAMS • GUIDED TOURS • KIDS’ ACTIVITIES Museum of Frederick County History AND Frederick County Archives & Research Center Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
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Saturdays 2-4 pm, November and December
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EVENTS throughout FREDERICK COUNTY OCTOBER
Alive @ Five
Fall Fun Festival
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
, Gaver Tree Farm and Pumpkin Patch
O 301-698-8118 w https://downtownfrederick.org/
Oct. 1 through Nov. 3, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Oct. 3, 5 to 8 p.m. Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
5501 Detrick Road, Mount Airy
upcoming-events/first-saturday
O 301-865-3515 w https://gaverfarm.com
Happy hour and live music from Southern rock pop soul group Hayley Fahey Music.
Featuring a corn maze, farm animals, giant slides, pedal karts, mini mazes, jumping pillows and agriculture attractions. Take a free hayride to pick pumpkins and apples and visit the farm market.
Hospitality Culinary and Tourism Institute Dinner Experience
Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch Farm Festival
, 200 Monroe Restaurant
Oct. 1 to 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
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Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch 6521 Holter Road, Middletown
O 301-371-6874 w http://jumbos.org
Oct. 3 through Dec. 5, Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. No dinner served Nov. 28.
Four Bitchin’ Babes presents Hormonal Imbalance v2.5 Oct. 4, 8 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Make it a hot night of music and laughs with this anniversary show that celebrates the best of babes, boys and Botox. This ‘Fabulous Female Folkestra’ has chosen to celebrate their wildly successful touring escapades with a special retro show that shines the spotlight back over 30 years of their most requested songs.
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick
200 Monroe Ave., Frederick
Oct. 4 to 25, 7:30 to 9 p.m on Fridays
A capstone learning experience for students to cook and serve the public at the completion of their program. Indulge in a three-course gourmet meal prepared and served by Frederick Community College’s Hospitality, Culinary and Tourism Institute.
, Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery 124 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-668-8922 w http://www.marylandghosttours.com
Oct. 3 to 18, 7 to 8 a.m. on Thursdays and Fridays
Journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past of nearly 300 years of war, executions and revenge. Hear true, documented stories of the paranormal with Maryland’s oldest operating ghost tour in “Maryland’s most haunted city.”
Summers Farm Fall Harvest Festival
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
Drum Circle at Sky Stage
Summers Farm, 5620 Butterfly Lane, Frederick
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O 301-698-8118 w https://downtownfrederick.org
O 301-620-9316 w https://summersfarm.com
Start your day with free yoga in the amphitheater. All skill levels are welcome, and donations are encouraged.
Hayrides to the pumpkin patch and corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, snacks and shopping in the General Store and Craft Attic.
Oct. 1 to 31, daily
Fall farm attractions include a gigantic NASAthemed 50th Anniversary “Landing on the Moon” cornfield maze, hay rides, pig races, jumping pillows, farm animals, pick-your-own pumpkins and hay slides. Nights include a flashlight corn maze or reserve a campfire site.
Yoga on the Creek
Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
Screamland Farms
Oct. 4 through Nov. 2, 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays
, Crumland Farms
7612 Willow Road, Frederick
Glade Valley Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
O 301-845-8099 w http://www.crumland.com/screamland-farms
, Glade Valley Farms
Barn of Bedlam, Corrupted Corn and Hayride of Horrors, plus a campfire, zombie paintball and more. Gates open at 7 p.m., and tickets can be purchased until 10 p.m. Not recommended for children under 13.
Oct. 1 through Nov. 3 on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 9201 Liberty Road, Frederick
O 301-624-1584 Five-acre corn maze, plus a pumpkin patch, corn shooter, small petting zoo and food onsite.
Oct. 4, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com
Drop in, grab a drum or other percussion instrument, and join in the rhythmic fun during the last community drum circle of the year. All ages.
“Little Shop of Horrors”
Oct. 4 through Nov. 2, Sundays at 2 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m.
, Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre & Children’s Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick
O 301-662-6600 w www.wayoffbroadway.com, www.Facebook.com/wayoffbroadway
Brunswick Railroad Days Oct. 5 and 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
, Downtown Brunswick
1 W. Potomac St., Brunswick
O 301-834-7500 w http://www.brunswickrailroaddays.org Food, drink, music, games, crafts, restaurants, businesses and vendors. The Reagan Years perform Oct. 6 in Square Corner Park. Rain or shine.
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October-November-December Basics of Bread Baking Oct. 5, 1 to 2 p.m.
, Emmitsburg Branch Library
300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
O 301-600-6329 w https://www.fcpl.org Discover the basics of bread making.
Fall Festival at Winterbrook Farms
Oct. 5 through Nov. 3, Saturdays and Sundays
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Fall Festival
Oct. 5 and 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily
, Rose Hill Manor Park
1611 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-600-1650 w https://www.recreater.com/404/Rose-HillManor-Park-Museums
Hayrides, farm exhibits, demonstrations, crafts and games, tractor pull, kiddie pedal pull, cake auction.
Civil War Walking Tour Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
, Heritage Frederick
24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w https://frederickhistory.org/programs/
Winterbrook Farm 13001 Creagerstown Road, Thurmont
O 301-465-3801 w https://winterbrookfarmsmd.com Nine acres of pumpkins, hay rides, Maryland’s largest corn maze, farm animals and apple cannons.
First Saturday: Spirits of the Season Oct. 5, 3 to 9 p.m.
, Downtown Frederick
O 301-698-8118 w https://downtownfrederick.org/upcoming- events/first-saturday
Downtown comes alive with on-the-street entertainment, late-night shopping and dining and something for all ages to enjoy. September, October and November events feature all things local: food, craft beverages, design and handmade goods.
walking-tours
Washington Metro DachtoberFest Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
w washingtonmetrodachtoberfest@comcast.net https://washingtonmetrodachtoberfest.org Vendors, blessing of the animals, raffles, wiener races, costume parade and a Woofminster Dog Show.
Sky Pop!
Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com
Sky Pop! Artist Market brings artists, makers, bakers and craftspeople to Sky Stage. Come sample the delights of our regional creative talent. Brought to you courtesy of PopUp Frederick and the Frederick Arts Council.
Explore what it was like to live in Frederick during the Civil War. Stories include the last Confederate invasion of the North, the ransom of Frederick, and the Battle of Monocacy.
Thurmont Plein Air
“Death and Destruction” Walking Tour
, Thurmont Main Street
, National Museum of Civil War Medicine
O 240-626-9980 w https://www.thurmontmainstreet.com
Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
11 Water St., Thurmont
Oct. 5, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-695-1864 w http://www.civilwarmed.org/event/death- destruction
The Civil War brought deprivations and horrors never before seen in this region. Join the National Museum of Civil War Medicine’s historians for the last First Saturday Downtown Frederick paywhat-you-please walking tour. The program will focus on the worst aspects of the city’s experience during the course of the American Civil War.
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The Steel Wheels
Visit four wineries in Thurmont and watch local artists paint the vineyard landscapes. Go to the Thurmont Main Street Center at 1:30 p.m. for the judging of all paintings.
Oct. 5, 8 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org The Virginia-based acoustic roots music collective recently released their seventh full-length album, “Over the Trees,” drawing attention to the impeccable harmonies of the four original members. Fall 2019 // FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE
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Oct. 5 through Jan. 4, Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m.
, Surelocked In Escape Games 5 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-662-6356 w https://www.surelockedin.com A free, family-friendly scavenger hunt, where you can test your wits and compete for prizes while exploring Downtown Frederick. May the best team win!
Boat and Brew Abolitionist Ale
Jesse James Day
, River and Trail Outfitters
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
O 301-834-9950 w https://www.rivertrail.com/food-drink-tours/
O 301-898-0899 w http://wsrr.org/ws
The splash and spirit day kicks off with a guided, mellow kayak or canoe tour (depending on water levels) down Shenandoah River.
Jesse James and his gang are on the loose. Expect an Old West raid on the train. We’ll supply the loot for the robbery. Be aware that there will be the sound of gunfire. Rides run 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Oct. 5, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
604 Valley Road, Knoxville
abolitionist-ale
Oct. 5, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
Frederick’s Civil War Hospitals: Downtown Walking Tour
Oct. 5 to 27, 3 to 4 p.m., recurring weekly on Saturdays and Sundays
, National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-695-1864 w http://www.civilwarmed.org/weekendtours Docents from the National Museum of Civil War Medicine will explain how Frederick became “One Vast Hospital.” Arguably the most trying moment in the city’s history came after the Battle of Antietam in the fall of 1862. The town’s population doubled when 8,000 wounded soldiers were delivered by ambulance to make-shift hospitals throughout Frederick.
National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Memorial Service Oct. 5 at 6 p.m., Oct. 6 at 10 a.m.
, National Fire Academy
16825 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
O 301-447-1365 w https://www.firehero.org/events/memorial- weekend
Goodnight Moon
Oct. 5 to 13, Saturdays and Sundays
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Maryland Ensemble Theatre 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Market Street Food Tour
Oct. 5 through Nov. 24, Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
, Throughout Downtown Frederick
Thousands attend the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Both services are open to the community, however, if weather or other factors prohibit holding the Candlelight Service outdoors, it will be limited to the families of the fallen firefighters due to indoor space limitations.
O 301-694-4744 w https://marylandensemble.org
O 301-658-7520 w https://www.tastefrederickfoodtours.com
Autumn Excursion
One of the most cherished children’s books of all times springs to life onstage in this delightful and imaginative musical for the whole family.
Embark on a three-hour guided walking tour and culinary adventure through historic Frederick and partake in food and drink tastings at local restaurants and specialty food shops while getting a taste of the city’s history and happenings.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
Health and Wellness Fair Oct. 5, noon to 4 p.m.
, Every Square and Shab Row
East and Church streets, Frederick
O 301-662-4140 w http://www.everedysquare.com/events.html Local health professionals will be onsite answering questions about fitness, eating right, weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Murder & Mayhem Walking Tour
Oct. 5 to 26, Saturdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
, Museum of Frederick County History 24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w https://frederickhistory.org/programs/ walking-tours
Explore the “other side” of Frederick’s history, including some of the most scandalous, nefarious and unbelievable moments in the city’s storied past — including bootlegging, bank robberies and the case of Granville Smeltzer & Mary Nussbaum. Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Oct. 6 to 27, Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w http://wsrr.org/ws Autumn excursions run south from Walkersville through the Walkersville Community Park and past Fountain Rock, site of a 100-year-old lime kiln, through forests, farm country, and over the Monocacy River. The ride is leisurely, with speeds limited to 10 miles per hour. Passengers may choose to ride in the open-air excursion car, remodeled passenger coaches or the caboose. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and excursions last 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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Fox Haven Foragers: Mushroomworks-Maitake Mountain
Oct. 6, 3 p.m.
, Frederick Community College
Oct. 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Jack B. Kussmaul Theater 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
, Fox Haven Farm & Learning Center
w https://www.frederick.edu/arts-center/arts-
O 240-490-5484 w http://foxhavenfarm.org/events
3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson
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Laura Armstrong, clarinet, and Jennifer Rundlett, flute, will open the concert season with a set of charming works inspired by favorite feline companions during this free performance.
Historic Frederick Walking Tour
Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 26, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on fourth and fifth Saturdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. on first, second and third Sundays
, Heritage Frederick
24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w https://frederickhistory.org/programs/ walking-tours
Experience the history and beauty of Frederick as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories behind the city.
Pilgrimage for the Sea Services Oct. 6, 3 to 4 p.m.
, National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
O 301-447-6606 w https://setonshrine.org Honor and pray for the men and women who serve America at sea. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton was deemed the Patroness of Sea Services in the 1970s. The day will begin with Mass at 3 p.m., followed by a complimentary dinner. Email office@setonshrine.org to RSVP for dinner.
Sky Stage Literature Series
Oct. 9, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month, May through October
Fiber Fest
, Sky Stage
, The Frederick News-Post
O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com
w https://www.facebook.com/
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
Sky Stage hosts a varying roster of poetry and prose writers for readings followed by open mic. Share your work with a supportive, appreciative audience under the stars. Beer and wine is available.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
, Brunswick Main Street
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
O 301-834-5591
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Meeting at a junction of Americana, indie rock and folk, Roanoke uses rich harmonies, heartfelt lyrics and roots music to create a captivating and unique sound.
O 443-463-6437 w http://catoctinfurnace.org/events/fallfest. html
Apple butter boiling, tours of historic buildings, delicious baked goods and updates on the latest research and archaeological findings at Catoctin Furnace.
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Emmy Award-winning actor, writer and comedian Craig Ferguson has a diverse career encompassing film, television and the stage. Ferguson got his start in music and acting before discovering his knack for comedy.
Fiber Fest is a wholesome, fun event for the entire family that showcases the beauty of a growing industry in the Maryland area. Tickets are free if reserved in advance.
Oct. 12
12607 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
events/2077353479224532
Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m.
, Catoctin Furnace
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
351 Ballenger Center Drive, Frederick
Small City Saturday: Why We Love Brunswick
Oct. 11 and 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Roanoke
Fallfest at Catoctin Furnace
Craig Ferguson: Hobo Fabulous Tour
Mushrooms have had a relationship with humans for eons, and mushroom hunters are some of the most fabled folks in their communities. Samantha Feld will lead the group on a mushroom foray through the Catoctin Mountains in search of maitake and other edibles from the fall season.
8 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick Small City Saturdays feature some of Brunswick’s treasures. Businesses come to life with themes and activities, day-long shopping experiences and culinary delights.
Autumn Reggae Wine Festival Oct. 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
, Linganore Winecellars
13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy
O 301-831-5889 w https://www.linganorewines.com/events Celebrate the largest and longest-running wine festival in the Mid-Atlantic. Enjoy Linganore wines, live bands, authentic island cuisine and handcrafted artisan goods from around the world.
Catoctin Colorfest
Oct. 12 and 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FAME Open Mic
, Thurmont Community Park
, Sky Stage
O 301-271-7533 w https://www.visitfrederick.org/events/
Oct. 11, 7 to 9 p.m.
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com FAME (Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise) hosts open mic night at Sky Stage, inviting everyone onstage, from pro to novice. Sign up for a time slot when you arrive.
21 Frederick Road, Thurmont
catoctin-colorfest
Colorfest is one of the largest outdoor craft shows on the East Coast, featuring crafts, art, jewelry, clothing and a variety of food, plus demos by artists. A shuttle bus will be available for this free festival.
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Frederick Clay Studio, while supporting the programs of the Frederick Rescue Mission. Guests can vote for their favorite soup, and winners all be announced that evening.
Oct. 18, 8 p.m.
Annual walking tour of the historic culverts of the C&O Canal. Led by Leslie Carter, author of “Gemstones Beneath the Towpath.” Meet at the boat ramp in Point of Rocks.
“The Office! A Musical Parody”
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
Explorer’s Festival
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
Join members of the cast and crew for a redcarpet screening of a horror classic and a Q&A session. There will also be a VIP reception.
The unauthorized parody of the hit TV show “The Office.” See all the best moments from all nine seasons mashed up into one typical day with Michael, Jim, Pam, Dwight and others.
Back from the Dead Cemetery Walk
Oct. 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
, Distillery Lane Ciderworks
5533 Gapland Road, Jefferson
O 301-834-8920
https://distillerylaneciderworks.com Fresh and hard cider tastings, fresh apples, food pairings, orchard tours and beekeeping demos.
Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Lunchtime Recital Series: Roxanne Wehking is Making Rock Oct. 16, 12:30 p.m.
, Frederick Community College Studio Theater F-142, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
w https://www.frederick.edu/arts-center/arts- center.aspx
FCC and Towson University graduate Roxanne Wehking will perform a free show.
Salsa Under the Stars Oct. 16, 7 to 10 p.m.
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
Art & Architecture Walking Tour
Oct. 12 to 27, 11 a.m. on second Saturdays and 1:30 p.m. on fourth Sundays
, Heritage Frederick
24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w https://frederickhistory.org/programs/ walking-tours
Experience the history and beauty of downtown by exploring some of the popular architectural styles, local art and history. Tours run 90 minutes.
O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com Join Frederick Salsa instructor Silvia Yacoubian under the stars as she teaches you about Hispanic culture through dance. Salsa lesson starts at 7 p.m., followed by dancing to Latin beats by DJ or live. All ages. Beer and wine available.
“Circle Mirror Transformation”
Oct. 17 to Nov. 10, Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 pm. and Sundays at 3 p.m.
, Maryland Ensemble Theatre 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-694-4744 w https://marylandensemble.org
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Oct. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and 30, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (a new walk starts every 15 minutes)
, National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727
O 301-447-6606 w https://setonshrine.org Saints and martyrs come to life in this historic cemetery, sharing the stories of their lives. A guide will lead you by candlelight as you meet extraordinary people who reflect upon death, judgment, heaven and hell. Recommended for ages 14 and up. Buy tickets via email at office@ setonshrine.org.
“Jekyll & Hyde”
Oct. 18 to Nov. 1, recurring each weekday from 7:30 to 9 p.m.
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The Downtown Frederick location will be disclosed just prior to the start of the event
O 917-207-0309 Explore the epic musical battle between good and evil as we travel through a lush score, thrilling story, and new immersive venue with a 90-minute musical experience.
Wine & Ghost Spirits
Oct. 18, 19, 25, 26 and 30, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
, Catoctin Breeze Vineyard, 15010 Roddy Road, Thurmont, sales@catoctinbreeze.com
O 240-578-3831 w https://www.catoctinbreeze.com/ events/2019/10/19/wine-amp-ghost-spirits
A Ghost Teller from Gettysburg Ghost Tours tells the tales of our hometown spirits around a campfire.
A collection of quirky Vermont locals enroll in Marty’s “Adult Creative Drama” class, including Marty’s apprehensive husband, a darling former actress from New York, an awkward high school junior and a vulnerable and recently-divorced carpenter. These once-strangers begin to know each other far more intimately than expected as they traverse along Marty’s seemingly silly theater games and exercises.
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick
Souper Sunday
Movie Night on the Creek: “Ghostbusters”
O 301-663-3885 w https://www.fredericklandmarks.org/
Oct. 13, noon to 4 p.m.
Oct. 18, 7 to 11 p.m.
, Ayse Meze, 6 N. East St., Frederick
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
souper-sunday-2019
O 301-698-8118 w https://downtownfrederick.org
Enjoy delicious soups from Frederick restaurants, as well as salad, bread and desserts at this annual event on the outdoor patio. Select a handcrafted bowl made by local potters at the
Grab a blanket and a lawn chair and enjoy free outdoor movies. Gates open an hour before dusk and the show starts at dark. Beer, wine and snacks are available for purchase before and during the show.
O 301-695-6633 w https://www.therescuemission.org/event/
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Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
Oktoberfest at Schifferstadt
Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Oct. 20 from noon to 5 p.m.
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oktoberfest
Celebrate fall on the grounds of a picturesque, historic German farmhouse during this free festival. This traditional fest features juried arts, crafts, cultural activities, German food and drink, oompah band, colonial history demonstrators and children’s fun.
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Miss Lonelyheart
“The Rocky Horror Show”
, Blue Dreams USA
, Sky Stage
, Frederick Community College
w https://www.fcpl.org
O 301-662-4190 w http://www.skystagefrederick.com
Oct. 19, 3 to 5 p.m.
11700 Old Annapolis Road, Frederick Take in the view and the fall colors while you enjoy a free organic tea tasting, check out their unique farm boutique and learn about Blue Dreams USA signature products: lavender, roses and tea.
Spirits of the Furnace Oct. 19, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
, Catoctin Furnace
12607 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont
O 443-463-6437 w http://catoctinfurnace.org/events A guided night tour through the historic Catoctin Iron Furnace and Village, with stops in historic structures and along the landscape. Refreshments will be available at the 1820 Collier’s Log house. Kids can also make a craft. Bring a flashlight and wear shoes appropriate for walking on uneven terrain.
Maryland Brewery Tours: Frederick Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
, Pickup/dropoff at Frederick Courtyard Marriott, 5225 Westview Drive, Frederick
w https://www.mdbrewerytours.com/ brewerytours/october19th
Check out Maryland’s finest breweries without the hassle of driving and with the added perks of behind the scenes tours, a pint of your choice at each stop, swag and good times.
Oct. 19, 7 to 10 p.m.
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
Miss Lonelyheart will be joined by Dot-Dash and Dumb Valley, featuring classic alt-rock, pop-punk, guitar-driven riff rock.
, 31 W. Main St., Middletown
O 301-371-6171 w https://www.middletown.md.us Local citizens, families, businesses, and classrooms of all ages vie with each other for creating a scarecrow like no other.
The beloved cult classic comes to you live, a coproduction with the Maryland Ensemble Theatre and Theatre FCC, directed by Tad Janes. Recommended for ages 16 and up. An interpreter is available for the Nov. 1 show.
Oct. 23, 7 p.m.
, Hood College
Whitaker Hall 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick
w https://frederickhistory.org William Kelso, one of the nation’s leading archeologists who has led the significant discoveries at Jamestown, will be the guest speaker. 2019 marks the 400th anniversary of representative government in America, which started in Jamestown, as well as the arrival of Africans to the settlement.
Safe Harvest
Oct. 24, 5 to 8 p.m.
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Hood College Whitaker Campus Center 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick
w https://go.activecalendar.com/hood/event/ safe-harvest-2
Halloween Party in Downtown Brunswick Oct. 26, 6 to 8 p.m.
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Square Corner Park 1 E. Potomac St., Brunswick
w https://brunswickmainstreet.org This event in historic downtown Brunswick features trick-or-treating, a costume contest, hayride and “Thriller” dance.
Children 12 and under and their parents will have the opportunity to trick-or-treat throughout Hood’s five student residence halls and the Marx Center. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume. Safe Harvest will provide games, arts and crafts, activities and other entertainment.
Halloween Trick-or-Treat
The Doo Wop Project
Buckeystown Pike and Crestwood Blvd., Frederick
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
O 410-561-1300 w https://shopwestview.com
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
Daytime trick-or-treating, featuring a scavenger hunt. Designed for children 12 years and under in costume and accompanied by an adult.
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Oct. 19, 5 p.m.
Jack B. Kussmaul Theater 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
Heritage Frederick’s Parsons Newman Lecture Series
Oct. 25, 8 p.m.
Middletown Scarecrows March Down Main Street
Oct. 25, 26 and 31 and Nov. 1 and 2 at 8 p.m.
Ever wondered what modern hits would sound like if they came out during the Doo Wop era? The Doo Wop Project starts at the beginning, tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today.
“Matilda the Musical”
Oct. 25 through Nov. 9, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday
, The Performing Arts Factory
244 S. Jefferson St., Suite B, Frederick
Oct. 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
, Westview Promenade
Urbana Indoor Art & Craft Show Oct. 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
, Urbana Fire Hall
3602 Urbana Pike, Frederick
O 301-662-5769 More than 70 artists and crafters onsite with original items for sale, such as paintings, photography, textiles, lotions, bath salts, jewelry, woodworking, sculpture, stained glass and seasonal items like wreaths.
O 301-662-3722 w https://www.othervoicestheatre.org This musical tells the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
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Discover and Explore: Diwali
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O 301-600-7000 w https://www.fcpl.org
Oct. 26, 2 to 3 p.m.
C. Burr Artz Public Library 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-1368 w mmannix@frederickcountymd.gov
https://www.fcpl.org
Join Maryland author Eliza Knight as she talks about her work in a new historical fiction novel based on the lives of six real-life women who started and fought in the French Revolution — and helped to change the world. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Presented in partnership with Curious Iguana.
Foreign Film Series: Bollywood Oct. 26, 1 to 3 p.m.
, Urbana Regional Library
9020 Amelung St., Frederick
O 301-600-7000, https://www.fcpl.org Experience fantastic cinema and a different culture at the same time with a Bollywood film presented by the Indian Associates of Frederick.
Friends of Cunningham Falls 10K, 5K, Fun Run/Walk Oct. 27, 8 a.m.
, Cunningham Falls State Park
Houck Area 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont
O 301-271-7574, https://www.runningahead. com/events/Friends5K/2019-10-27
Family-friendly event with food and prizes.
NOVEMBER Steep Canyon Rangers Nov. 1, 8 p.m.
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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Nov. 2, 1 to 3 p.m.
, Urbana Regional Library
9020 Amelung St., Frederick
Enjoy the festivities and learn what Diwali means around the world. Live performances, crafts, and activities for all ages. Presented by FCPL and the Indian Association of Frederick.
Gettysburg: The Aftermath
Frederick (pick-up location, in front of Footlights)
48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
Enjoy a free holiday carriage ride with friends and family through Downtown Frederick.
O 301-695-1864 w http://www.civilwarmed.org/event/
Sip and Shop! Ladies Day Out
gettysburg-aftermath
Director of the Blue and Gray Hospital Association Mark Quattrock discusses the aftermath of the bloodiest battle of the Civil War.
Frederick Weddings Expo Nov. 3, 12:30 to 3 p.m.
, Frederick Fairgrounds
797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
w frederickweddings.com Meet with more than 75 vendors ready to make your dream wedding a reality, featuring venues, caterers, stylists, photographers, cakes and desserts, couture and more. Enter for a chance to win gift baskets, and savor samples from the best local caterers.
Kittel & Co
Nov. 9, noon to 6 p.m.
, Everedy Square/Shab Row
East and Church streets, Frederick
O 301-662-4140 w http://www.everedysquare.com/events.html Grab your girlfriends and head over to East Street for a fun day of holiday shopping. Participating shops will offer wine tastings and specials. Free carriage rides and holiday music will run from 3 to 6 p.m.
Brunswick Veterans Day Parade Nov. 10, 1 to 3 p.m.
, Potomac and Maple streets, Brunswick O 240-344-4757 w https://brunswickmd.gov
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
On the Sunday before Veterans Day, the City of Brunswick celebrates the town’s history and patriotism by hosting one of the oldest Veterans Day celebrations in the country. The festivities get underway with an opening ceremony beginning at 1 p.m. and the parade starts at 2 p.m. Each year, approximately 100 parade entries participate.
Fronted by acclaimed violinist Jeremy Kittel, Kittel & Co. captures a sonic landscape that is equally as unpredictable as it is captivating.
The Vietnam Experience in Photographs
Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Nov. 10, 1 to 2 p.m.
, Urbana Regional Library
9020 Amelung St., Frederick
O 301-600-7000 w https://www.fcpl.org Experience the Vietnam War through the lens of Frederick County native, infantryman Tom Nikirk who will present a selection of 35 mm slides documenting his experiences in Vietnam.
Echo Taps
Nov. 2, 3 to 9 p.m.
Nov. 11, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
, Downtown Frederick
, Market and Second streets Russian Ballet Theatre presents Swan Lake Nov. 8, 8 to 10 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org thefrederickguide.com
, Every Square, East and Church streets,
w http://www.everedysquare.com/events.html
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Nov. 2 from 4 to 9 p.m. and Nov. 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 3 to 6 p.m.
, National Museum of Civil War Medicine
The Grammy Award-winning sextet known as Steep Canyon Rangers are one of the most versatile bands in contemporary American music. They’ve spent nearly two decades bending and shaping the bluegrass aesthetic, wedding it to elements of pop, country and folk rock to create something original.
Downtown comes alive with on-the-street entertainment, late-night shopping and dining and something for all ages to enjoy. September, October and November events feature all things local: food, craft beverages, design and handmade goods. Celebrate the start of the holiday season.
Carriage Rides in Downtown Frederick
Nov. 2, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
O 301-698-8118
Those faithful to the tradition of Swan Lake must see Russian Ballet Theatre’s new production of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic. Choreographer Nadezhda Kalinina lovingly retouches the oldest St. Petersburg version of the ballet and adds her vision that undoubtedly will leave audiences flushed with emotion.
Downtown Frederick
O 301-694-0829 w famschumacher@earthlink.net Brass musicians play Taps in turn, passing the call from Mount Olivet to Memorial Park in honor of America’s veterans.
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Classic Albums Live: The Doors’ “L.A. Woman”
Nov. 16, 8 p.m.
Nov. 23, 8 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
Ronnie Milsap discovered music at the North Carolina State School for the Blind, deviating from the school’s classical curriculum to explore race music, rock ‘n’ roll and jazz. He never looked back, becoming one of the biggest pop/adult contemporary, rhythm and blues, and country artists of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s.
Frosty Friday
Nov. 22, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
, Downtown Frederick
O 301-698-8118 w https://downtownfrederick.org
Nobuntu
Nov. 17, 3 p.m.
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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Hailing from Zimbabwe, the female a cappella quintet Nobuntu has drawn international acclaim for its inventive performances that range from traditional Zimbabwean songs to Afro jazz to Gospel. The ensemble’s concerts are performed with pure voices, augmented by minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as the Mbira (thumb piano) and organic, authentic dance movements.
Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the ‘60s and ‘70s, and recreates them live onstage, note for note, cut for cut. “L.A. Woman” was the sixth and final studio album by American rock band The Doors, released just three months before lead singer Jim Morrison died.
A Little Song, A Little Dance Nov. 23, 7 to 11 p.m.
, Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ, 15 W. Church St., Frederick
Kick off your holiday season with all day shopping in Downtown Frederick. A free trolley circulates downtown every 15 minutes. Businesses will be open for extended shopping hours from, and select restaurants will be open for a breakfast at 8 a.m. Special events include horse-drawn carriage rides (by reservation only), caroling and live music, make your own s’more stations and photos with Santa.
O 301-606-1221 w Rstonebraker@thefrederickcenter.org
Maryland Christmas Show
, Westview Promenade
Nov. 22 to Dec. 1, 10 a.m. to 6 pm. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
A night of regional entrainment including music and dance.
Tree Lighting at Westview Promenade Nov. 23, 3 to 6 p.m.
Buckeystown Pike and Crestwood Blvd., Frederick
, Frederick Fairground
O 410-561-1300 w https://shopwestview.com
O 301-845-0003 w http://marylandchristmasshow.com
Annual tree lighting features live music, Victorian caroler, games and ice skating.
Artisans and merchants sell their items at this annual market in its 35th season.
Maryland Brewery Tours: Frederick
797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
Nov. 23, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
, Pickup/drop-off at Frederick
Courtyard by Marriott 5225 Westview Drive, Frederick
w https://www.mdbrewerytours.com/ brewerytours/october19th
Check out Maryland’s finest breweries without the hassle of driving and with the added perks of behind the scenes tours, a pint of your choice at each stop, swag and good times.
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Nov. 23, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
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Mar-Lu View Nursery & Landscaping 3810 Lander Road, Jefferson
Sailing into the Winter Solstice Nov. 22 to Feb. 8
, Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
w http://www.coloronthecreek.com Comic Con
Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
, Clarion Inn Event Center
5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick
Carroll Creek is all lit up thanks to the helping hands of Color on the Creek and area businesses that sponsored the floating light installation, “Sailing through the Winter Solstice.” Boat launch will take place at 10 a.m. Nov. 22.
O 301-662-6000 w www.marluview.com/upcoming-events Grab your favorite drink and your friends and join experts as they guide you through the creation of our own living Thanksgiving table centerpiece.
O 301-318-4464 w http://shoffpromotions.com Dealers, artists, cosplay, door prizes and more. Free for ages 12 and under. PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF VISIT FREDERICK Fall 2019 // FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE
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Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 11 a.m. and 1 and 3 p.m.
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Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w http://wsrr.org/ws Ride the train with Santa. Rides last 1 hour and 10 minutes and are held rain, snow or shine. Free hot chocolate and cookies will be served in the museum after each ride..
Valley Craft Network Studio Tour Nov. 23 and 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Middletown And Pleasant Valley areas 20834 Townsend Road, Gapland
O 301-432-0281 w https://www.valleycraftnetwork.org Fine craft and art studios are open to the public the weekend before Thanksgiving, and 15 artisans in 12 studios will share knowledge about their craft and display finished works for sale.
Festival of Trees
DECEMBER
, Museum of Frederick County History
Lightwire Theater: A Very Electric Christmas
Nov. 29 to Dec. 15 on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays 24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w https://frederickhistory.org Experience the historic 1820 residence transformed for the season with twinkling lights, wreaths and trees decorated by local individuals, businesses and nonprofits. Vote for your favorite.
Dec. 1, 2 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Follow the story of a young bird named Max and his family, as they begin their journey south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course and ends up at the North Pole, his adventure begins! Lightwire Theater has been internationally recognized for their electroluminescent artistry and poignant storytelling, done in complete darkness.
Emmitsburg Community Chorus Concert Dec. 1, 4 to 5 p.m.
, National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
Mandolin Orange Nov. 24, 8 p.m.
Nov. 30, noon
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The chorus performs a holiday concert at the shrine.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
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Candlelight Tours
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
, National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
North Carolina folk duo Mandolin Orange produces music that radiates a mysterious warmth. Singersongwriter Andrew Marlin and multi-instrumentalist Emily Frantz have built a steady and growing fan base with this kind of intimacy.
The popular tuba comrades of Frederick return with a variety of brassy Christmas hits.
O 301-447-6606
“Stage Door Christmas”
With a guide, walk through the shrine grounds, illuminated by 1,000 luminaries, and tour the two historic homes where the first American-born saint, Elizabeth Ann Seton, lived and worked. On the tour, you’ll discover the story of her inspirational life and legacy. Tours occur in snow, rain or shine.
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
The Eric Byrd Trio performs “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Live! Nov. 29, 8 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org What has become an annual tradition in the DMV now comes to the Weinberg Center for the very first time. For years now, Washington-native Eric Byrd has performed the iconic soundtrack from “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The show begins with a screening of the Peanuts holiday classic followed by a live performance of the Vince Guaraldi masterpiece score, complete with choral accompaniment during “Christmastime is Here.”
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Tuba Christmas
O 301-447-6606 w https://setonshrine.org/event/emmitsburg-
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Nov. 30 to Dec. 21
, Way Off Broadway, Willowtree Plaza 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick
O 301-662-6600 w www.wayoffbroadway.com Stage Door Christmas takes the audience behind the scenes as the small-town Port Whitney Players rehearse then put on the town’s annual Christmas Spectacular. It’s a peak behind the theatrical curtain that will leave audiences roaring with laughter while at the same time still celebrating all the joys of the season.
Dec. 2 to 5 and 9 to 14 at 4, 5 and 6 p.m. 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
Dinner with Santa
Dec. 3 and 17, 5 to 9 p.m.
, Maxwell’s Kitche
57 E. Patrick St., Frederick
w eatatmaxwells.com Eat dinner with Santa Claus during Family Night.
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Delaplaine Visual Arts Center 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-600-2489 Frederick during the holidays will be on display during the annual Holiday Art Competition. Take in the exhibit of original holiday artwork created by Frederick artists. From the exhibit submissions, judges will select the winning work of art to be featured for the following year’s “The Holidays in Historic Frederick” series.
Scents and Sweets Competition and Auction Dec. 5, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
, William R. Talley Recreation Center
entire show by themselves. Festive, funny and physical, this delightfully twisted and unhinged trip through our favorite holiday traditions is packed with more than enough laughs to stuff a stocking.
A John Denver Christmas with Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org World renowned and a leading John Denver tribute artist, Chris Collins celebrates the holidays with a Rocky Mountain Christmas Show.
Holiday Choral Voices
121 N. Bentz St., Frederick
Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.
O 301-600-2489 w https://www.celebratefrederick.com/events/
, Frederick Community College
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The holidays bring out the creativity in all of us, so why not let the gingerbread structures and holiday wreaths at this year’s Scents & Sweets competition inspire you? Select wreaths and gingerbread pieces will be available in the silent auction. Bid throughout the night and the weekend to take home a holiday piece.
Holiday Gifts & Greens Sale
Dec. 5 to 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday
, All Saints’ Episcopal Church
106 W. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-5625 Fresh-cut greens, live holiday plants, decorated table-top trees, wreaths, swags, centerpieces and gifts for sale. New this year, crafters and artisans will sell their handcrafted items.
Swinging Jazz Holiday Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m.
, Frederick Community College
Jack B. Kussmaul Theater 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
w http://casof.org The FCC Choir and the Choral Arts Society of Frederick welcome in the holidays with warmth and good cheer.
Meet the Artist: Bette Brody Dec. 6 to 8, 9 a.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org WTOP film critic Jason Fraley is helping to turn Downtown Frederick into its own Bedford Falls. After the 7 p.m. Weinberg screening of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” join him for “It’s a Wonderful Walk” along Patrick and Market streets, shouting holiday cheer to the local businesses — just like George Bailey in the inspirational finale. The walk will end at Bushwaller’s Pub for food, drinks, music and maybe, just maybe, a community singing of “Auld Lang Syne.”
Brunswick Holiday Parade
O 240-457-9146 w https://www.artcollectivefrederick.com
, 1 W. Potomac St., Brunswick
Meet and chat with Bette Brody, a self-taught, mixed-media artist specializing in handcrafted journals/books, paper design and jewelry. She has a special fondness for all things rusty and vintage and often combines found objects and antiques, paper and metal in her artwork, as she paints, collages, metal smiths, weaves and felts.
Parade route is up East Potomac Street to Square Corner Park. Meet and greet with Santa and a tree lighting will follow the parade.
141A N. Market St., Frederick
First Saturday Dec. 7, 3 to 9 p.m.
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Downtown comes alive with on-the-street entertainment, late-night shopping and dining and something for all ages to enjoy. September, October and November events feature all things local: food, craft beverages, design and handmade goods.
Live holiday music, directed by Howard Burns.
Dec. 7, 10 p.m.
, Art Collective
7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
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It’s a “Wonderful Walk”
Dec. 7, 6 p.m.
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Christkindlmarket Dec. 7, noon to 6 p.m.
, Walkersville Branch Library
2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville
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Carolers and musicians create a festive spirit with holiday songs. An array of artisan and crafters offer their creations in three historic churches, stores and library. Throughout the day are many activities for all ages.
Christmas in Myersville Dec. 7, 5 to 8 p.m.
“The Ultimate Christmas Show (abridged)”
Candlelight House Tour
, Memorial Park at Trolley Station
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, Hospitality Center at William R. Talley
O 301-293-4281 w https://myersville.org
O 301-694-4744 w https://marylandensemble.org
O 301-600-2849 w https://www.celebratefrederick.com/events/
Dec. 5 to 29, Thursdays through Sundays Maryland Ensemble Theatre 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick
’Tis the season for the annual Holiday Variety Show and Christmas Pageant at St. Everybody’s NonDenominational Universalist Church! But what’s this? None of the acts scheduled have arrived?!? Don’t cancel Christmas just yet. Three brave church members are pressed into service to perform the
Dec. 7 from 5 to 9 p.m. and Dec. 8 from noon to 4 p.m. Recreation Center 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick
303 Main Street, Myersville
Parade and tree-lighting ceremony.
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This self-guided tour takes visitors inside private homes elaborately adorned with holiday décor in historic Frederick on the first weekend in December.
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Holidays on the Farm
Kris Kringle Procession
, Thurmont Guardian Hose Company
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Dec. 7, 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
21 N. Church St., Thurmont
O 240-626-9980 w https://www.thurmontmainstreet.com Free photos with Santa, lots of prize drawings for kids, stamping map for adults to enter for prizes, crafts for kids and food for sale. Live music from Gateway Brass Ensemble. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 9 a.m. on a fire truck.
Christmas in New Market Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
, 39 W. Main St., New Market
Rose Hill Manor Park 1611 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-600-1650 w https://www.recreater.com/31/Upcoming- Events
Hands-on kids’ activities, miniature train display, Santa in the carriage museum, farm animals, marshmallow roasting and Ray Owen’s holiday/ agricultural musical shows. Advance registration recommended.
Silver Bells and the Silver Screen Dec. 7, 2:30 p.m.
Dec. 13, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Downtown Frederick 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick
O 301-600-2489 w https://www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ holidays/events/kris-kringle-procession
Celebrate Old World holiday magic with this walking procession featuring German/English characters of yesteryear. The procession concludes at the Baker Park Band Shell for a closing ceremony and lighting of the City Christmas tree and a concert of the Carillon Bells performed by City Carillonneur John Widmann.
The Nutcracker Ballet Dec. 13 to 15
O 301-865-5544 w http://www.townofnewmarket.org
, Frederick Community College
See New Market’s annual Christmas Parade, visit Santa Claus and bid on a fully decorated Christmas tree.
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O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
Come enjoy holiday songs from your favorite Christmas movies and TV shows, played by the FCC Handbell Choir with special guests. Featured songs span 80 years of entertainment.
The stunning artistry of Maryland Regional Ballet and the beloved Tchaikovsky score combine to transport audiences to the Kingdom of Sweets. Under the direction of Joyce Morrison and featuring guest artists from the New York City Ballet and students from the Frederick School of Classic Ballet, it’s a holiday tradition at its finest.
Christmas in the Valley Dec. 7, 4 to 8 p.m.
, 31 W. Main St., Middletown
w https://www.middletown.md.us The celebration features storytelling with Mrs. Claus at More Ice Cream, holiday music, a tree lighting and a visit from Santa. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Main Street table in front of Town Hall. In exchange for your donation, you will receive a bag that you can fill by visiting participating businesses throughout the evening. The toys will be distributed locally.
Civil War-Style Christmas Church Service Dec. 7, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
, Historic Rocky Springs Chapel
7817 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick
O 240-439-4235 w debbymoone@gmail.com
http://www.historicrockyspringschapeland schoolhouse.org Attend a Civil War-style, nondenominational Christmas church service at Historic Rocky Springs Chapel, conducted by Kirk Callison wearing Civil War period attire. Hannah Boley will play the chapel’s antique 1909 upright piano, and worshipers will sing hymns that were popular during the American Civil War.
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Traditional Village Christmas Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
, Colliers Log House in Catoctin Furnace, 12607 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont
O 443-463-6437 w https://catoctinfurnace.org Decorate a fresh wreath with bows, bells, pinecones, holly, icicles and ornaments. Enjoy homemade soup, hot apple cider and heirloomrecipe baked goods. Children can make a punched painted tin holiday ornament and have their photograph taken with Belsnickel. Living history programs throughout the day.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Small City Saturday: Why We Love Brunswick Dec. 14
, Brunswick Main Street
8 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick
O 301-834-5591 Small City Saturdays feature some of Brunswick’s treasures. Businesses come to life with themes and activities, daylong shopping experiences and culinary delights.
“Frosty the Snowman”
Museums by Candlelight
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Dec. 8, 14, 21, 22, 27 and 28
The Performing Arts Factory 244 S. Jefferson St, Suite B, Frederick
O 301-662-3722 w https://www.othervoicestheatre.org Frosty tells the story of the magic hat that brings Frosty to life and also has the magical ability to transform others who wear it.
Dec. 14
O 301-600-4047 w https://www.visitfrederick.org/events/ annual-events/museums-by-candlelight
Several of Frederick County’s historic venues will host unique activities.
Frederick Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert
Holiday Arts and Crafts Expo
Author Event: “Captives” by Reiner Prochaska
, The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center,
, C. Burr Artz Public Library
110 E. Patrick St., Frederick
Coffman Chapel 521 Coffman Chapel Drive, Frederick
O 301-698-0656 w http://delaplaine.org
O 301-600-1630 w https://www.fcpl.org
O 301-685-3585 w https://fredericksymphony.org
Shop for unique art, hand-made jewelry, photography, wood and metal work, textiles and design accessories while supporting local artists.
A novel set in Frederick’s German POW camp 1944/45. The author will discuss the book, his research and US German World War II POW camps in general. Originally from Germany, Reiner is a local actor and screenwriter. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Presented by FCPL and Curious Iguana.
Celebrate the holidays with music for all ages.
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Christmas Tour of Historic Country Churches
, Westview Promenade
Dec. 21, 1 to 5 p.m.
Buckeystown Pike and Crestwood Blvd., Frederick
, Myersville Town Hall
O 410-561-1300 w https://shopwestview.com
O 301-926-4613 w https://www.mwahistory.com
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy live holiday music, strolling Victorian carolers, and games with prizes for kids. Pay it forward by bringing a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toys for Tots.
301 Main St., Myersville
Dec. 14, 1 to 4 p.m.
More than a dozen country churches in northwest Frederick County, decorated for the Christmas season, will open their doors to visitors. The tour starts at the Myersville Town Hall, where annotated maps will be available, along with free refreshments. Docents will be at each church to provide detailed history and answer questions.
, Downtown Brunswick
The Messiah Sing-Along
, National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
, Weinberg Center for the Arts
O 301-447-6606 w https://setonshrine.org/event/shrine-film-
Hometown Holidays in Brunswick 1 E. Potomac St., Brunswick
O 301-834-5591 w https://brunswickmainstreet.org/event/ hometown-holidays
Relax into the charm of a small-town Christmas. The day begins with breakfast with Santa at the Ambulance Company and continues with a pop-up holiday marketplace, children’s craft activities and horse-drawn carriage rides, fueled by free cocoa.
A Christmas Carol
Dec. 20 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 21 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Dec. 22 at 2 p.m.
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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and the Christmas spirits arrive on the Weinberg stage in a traditional retelling of the Charles Dickens classic. A show for the young and young-atheart, experience the beloved holiday story with a message that never grows old.
Festival of Lights Dec. 20, 7 p.m.
, City Hall Courtyard
101 N. Court St., Frederick
O 301-600-2489 w https://www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ holidays/events/festival-of-lights
Holiday greetings, carols and an inspirational message are all part of this community tradition. Attendees join in the program with a moving candle-lighting ceremony, filling the courtyard with light.
Dec. 23, 8 p.m.
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org
“The Muppet Christmas Carol” Dec. 28, 3 to 5 p.m.
339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
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The Shrine Film Series features a free screening of “The Muppet Christmas Carol.” Rated G. This showing takes place in the theater inside the Shrine’s Visitor Center.
A Frederick tradition since 1994, director Judith DuBose will conduct a forty voice chorus, twentypiece orchestra, and four soloists through select choruses and arias of “Messiah” by G. F. Handel. The audience is invited to join the chorus for select numbers such as the “Hallelujah Chorus” and “For Unto Us a Child is Born.”
Fermented Fun Shuttle Tours
Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship
O 301-834-9950 w https://www.rivertrail.com/food-drink-tours/
Dec. 26, 4 to 9 p.m.
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Join River & Trail for one of its favorite expeditions on dry land, a tour of Frederick Maryland’s favorite beer through three breweries.
19 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-600-4047 w https://www.visitfrederick.org/events/ annual-events/historic-houses-of-worship
This open house celebrates Frederick’s tradition of religious diversity, local history, and the holiday season. Vvisitors can tour many of Frederick’s clustered spires and other historic houses of worship by candlelight, with special programs, choirs and nativity scenes.
Deanna Bogart Dec. 28, 8 p.m.
, Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-2828 w https://weinbergcenter.org Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Deanna Bogart has garnered her countless awards and accolades over a long and productive music career and is recognized for her dazzling keyboards, saxophone, vocals and songwriting.
Dec. 29, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
, Hampton Inn, Buckeystown Pike, Frederick
New Year’s Eve “Key Drop” Dec. 31, 11 p.m.
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
O 301-698-8118 Ring in the new year with the annual Key Drop. This handcrafted, lighted key will slowly descend from the William O. Lee Memorial Bridge at the stroke of midnight. The Dapper DJs will be there to play hits from the past century. Hot chocolate available by donation.
Scottish First Footing
Dec. 31, 11:30 p.m. to midnight
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Square Corner Park 1 E. Potomac St., Brunswick Come out and enjoy this Scottish (and Brunswick) tradition to sweep in the New Year. The Frederick Drums and Pipes will perform selections and at midnight will play “Auld Lang Syne.” A toast to health, wealth and happiness for the coming year will follow in the custom of First Footing.
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Construction crews and materials have become a regular sight in Urbana during the last decade, thanks to an explosion of growth in southern Frederick County. This trend will continue, as the much-anticipated South County YMCA project begins this fall in the Urbana region. “Our goal is to have a shovel in the ground by the end of October, first of November,” says Chris Colville, YMCA of Frederick County chief executive officer (CEO).
At the South County YMCA, families will be able to walk in the door as a family and part ways with everybody using a different part of the facility, or actually do an activity as a family, he added.
In early September, the nonprofit finalized fundraising efforts and submitted site review plans to Frederick County officials. Colville anticipates 12 to 14 months of construction, and an opening for the facility in January 2021.
The new facility will be located between Urbana Middle and High schools on 22 acres of land donated by Tom Natelli of the Natelli Communities, which built the Villages of Urbana development. Colville notes the space will be a safe space for children and give parents peace of mind knowing they are being supervised.
The 62,000 square-foot facility will feature a number of amenities, such as an aquatic center with two pools, a full-size gymnasium, a large group classroom space for exercise, an indoor walking track, a family fun zone activity center and an outdoor amphitheater. “With the exception of the (Urbana) library, which is a great space and they do wonderful things there, there is nowhere else really that can connect the entire community and families together,” Colville says.
“We think [the new facility] is going to provide that center of community, a place for folks to congregate and enjoy each other,” she says. The YMCA also offered a chance to area residents to have their names be part of the new building, with a brick-buying fundraising campaign. Businesses, individuals or groups may buy a 4-inch by 8-inch personalized brick for $500 or an 8-inch by 8-inch brick for $1,000.
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The design for the facility was created based on community feedback regarding the needs of the Urbana area. “It is important that the local community support [the YMCA] financially so that they have an investment in their community and what the Y should look like and feel like,” Colville said.
Other New Family Activities in Urbana In early June, friends Alex Williams and Allison Meador opened Songs for Seeds in Urbana, providing a new musical experience for children in the region. Weekly 45-minute classes feature a three-piece live band whose members double as teachers. Each song has an educational focus for young children, including animal sounds, shapes and colors. A few popular and age-appropriate Top 40 songs are also played. For one segment of the class, kids get mini instruments to help the band play a song. With 100 weeks of curriculum, each week focuses on a different nursery rhyme. The Urbana location is the first Songs for Seeds to open in the State of Maryland, with other franchises found in eight states including Pennsylvania and New Jersey. “It is an educational experience that is also fun,” Meador says. “It is something to do to get the mom or dad or caregiver out of the
house, but is also for kids that are either too small for preschool or maybe they don’t have the resources to go to preschool. This is a great alternative and even an introduction for socialization. It is education, but it is also music and fun.” PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF SONGS FOR SEEDS
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KEY URBANA EVENTS: Urbana Fire and Rescue Company Carnival: Hosted annually in mid-July, this weeklong event combines live entertainment, rides for young and young at-heart, raffles and buffet dinners and food items made by dedicated company volunteers. The money raised goes into the company’s general fund to support operational expenses such as buying new response vehicles and equipment.
AREA FACTS: * Data from 2010 U.S. Census
Population: 9,175 Number of households: 2,804
Median age: 33.4 People under the age of 5: 10.5 percent
People 16 years and over: 67.3 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 4 percent
China Taste
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O 240-699-0077 Cinco De Mayo Urbana
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3501 John Simmons St.
O 240-341-7188 Grace of India
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3531 John Simmons St.
O 301-874-5000 Jasmine Al-Sham Mediterranean Grill
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3532-B Urbana Pike
O 301-363-5877 RESOURCES Frederick County Public Libraries Urbana branch
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9020 Amelung St.
O 301-600-7000 w fcpl.org Urbana Senior Center
Kyo Sushi
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3532A Urbana Pike
O 301-798-8415
Surf House Island Cantina
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Worthington Manor Golf Club
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FOOD AND RESTAURANTS
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9020 Amelung St.
O 301-600-7020 w https://frederickcountymd.
Atlantic Grille
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3531 John Simmons St.
O 301-810-5220 Black Hog BBQ
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3323 Worthington Blvd.
O 240-699-0070
8900 block of Fingerboard Road
Urbana Village Center Intersection of Md. 355
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Urbana Town Center , 3500 block of Sugarloaf Parkway
8329 Fingerboard Rd.
O 301-874-5400
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Urbana Community Park
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Williams has one child in elementary school and another in preschool. She says now that school is back in session, the class offers her special one-on-one time with her 2-year-old. “I really appreciate that I get to have 45 minutes of fun,” she says. “I try to put my phone away and just interact with him as much as possible. It is cool to see him learning.” Classes are divided by age: birth to 6-year-olds, with each child taking away a different educational experience depending on their age. “It’s a great class for people that have kids of multiple ages, because we are not specifically doing math or letters or anything like that,” Meador says. “It is rhythm and phonics and those really core basic learning principles. A baby is going to be really excited to see the bubbles and the colors and shapes and sounds while a 4-year-old is learning to say hello (in different languages). It’s really cool that you can do a class with kids of multiple ages but that they get something different out of it.” Another fun part of the activity scene in Urbana is Urbana Art & Soul Studio, offering workshops, classes and events for the young and the young at heart. Owner and instructor Manda Mackintosh taught art in Frederick County Public Schools for several years before opening the studio in 2008.
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“I wanted a place where kids could make art and be creative after school,” she says. “Just to take it a step further and for kids who wanted to be well rounded and do something in addition to sports and things like that, (a place to) bring families together.” The art center offers scheduled classes and workshops, and this winter will offer open studio time. Parents of young children may come in to work on a project with their child, while those with older children may drop them off. “We thought in the winter months, it would be a good option for kids to have something to do,” Mackintosh says. The studio will also host some workshops for adults, beginning in mid-October. These workshops will focus on people who want the Pinterest look, but don’t have the time and/or ability to do it. “We are going to start helping people accessorize and set up things for their home,” she said, “using art to decorate their dining room table or get ready for a dinner. We are going to set up spaces in the studio so they can shop for things, but also learn at the same time. ...It should be little creative gifts to give people that are really special.” Mackintosh works to help kids not only have fun making art, but also learn while doing it.
“It is showing kids there is more than one answer, there is more than one solution to a problem. Everyone is a little different,” she said. “Creativity has been proven to be stress relieving. (Art) promotes creativity, thinking outside the box and also self-esteem. Our main thing is to really build children’s self-esteem through the arts and just build them up and give them an outlet in a different way.” Mackintosh notes she most enjoys the intimate family atmosphere of her studio. “We know all of our clients,” she says. “We know the names of their pets. They know the names of our kids. It is super small and it is super close. It is an art family.”
+ South County YMCA diveinymca.org Songs for Seeds 3317 Worthington Blvd., Frederick 240-801-6832 frederick@songsforseeds.com songsforseeds.com/md/frederick
Urbana Art and Soul Studio 2510 Urbana Pike, Suite 104, Ijamsville 301-418-5458 urbanaartandsoul.com/
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BRUNSWICK ACTIVITIES: Brunswick Community Carnival (Late June): Live and activities including a petting zoo, face painting, food, vendors and a balloon artist, at the Brunswick Volunteer Fire Hall.. Brunswick Railroad Days (Oct. 5 & 6, 2019): The annual festival occurs on the first weekend of October to celebrate the city’s history with the B & O Railroad. Model train display, rides aboard MARC trains and multiple food vendors and musical entertainers Veterans Day Parade (Nov. 10, 2019): Annual parade through downtown Brunswick with an opening ceremony at 1 p.m. The parade honors those who have served the country both past and present, starting at 2 p.m.
CITY FACTS: * Data as of 2010, based on the U.S. Census
Population: 5,870
City Hall
Number of households:
,
31 W. Potomac St.
2,144
O 301-834-7500 w BrunswickMD.gov
Median value of owner occupied household:
LIBRARY
$220,700
Frederick County Public Libraries Brunswick branch
People under the age of 5:
,
6.4 percent
People under age of 18: 25.5 percent
915 N. Maple Ave.
O 301-600-7250 w fcpl.org LOCAL DINING A Better Choice Bakery
People aged 65 years or older: 10 percent
, 6 W. Potomac St.
Language other than English spoken in the home:
Beans in the Belfry
6.2 percent
High school graduate or higher over the age of 25: 92 percent
Bachelor’s degree or higher over the age of 25: 33.8 percent
ELECTED OFFICIALS
O 301-712-4137
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122 W. Potomac St.
O 301-834-7178 Boxcar Burgers
,
12 S. Maple Ave.
O 202-642-1902 The Hive
,
318 Petersville Rd.
O 301-696-6506 King’s Pizza
,
215 W. Potomac St.
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Towpath Creamery
Brunswick Service Center
,
,
12 S. Maple Ave.
O 301-969-6480
98 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-8006
Wing N Pizza Shack
C.M. Bloomers
,
,
100 Souder Rd
O 301-834-5555 SHOPS American Tattoo Studio
,
1434 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-8335
76 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-8200 Jerry’s Liquors
,
30 Petersville Rd.
O 301-834-7133 Niningers Tire and Auto Center
,
O 301-834-9999
Antiques N’ Ole Stuff
Term expiring August 2020 Jeffrey T. Snoots
New China Chinese Restaurant
,
MAYOR PRO TEM
O 301-834-4444
Term expiring August 2022 John Dayton
Blue Ridge Automotive
Penny’s Diner
,
COUNCIL MEMBERS
O 240-772-9099
Brunswick Auto Repair
Three Points Cycle on the C & O Canal Trail
Potomac Street Grill
,
,
MAYOR
Terms expiring August 2020 Vaughn Ripley, Tom Smith, Angel White Terms expiring August 2022 Nathan Brown, Andrew St. John
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66 Souder Rd.
620 Souder Roa
31 E. Potomac St.
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218 Petersville Rd.
O 301-969-0088 1434 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-7863
R & R Guns and Ammo LLC
,
52 Souder Rd.
O 301-969-0812
5 W. Potomac St.
O 301-834-7199
O 301-969-0548
Brunswick Barber Shop
Tri State Liquors
Stroker’s BBQ
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,
,
6 W. Potomac St.
O 301-712-4137
88
25 E. Potomac St.
O 703-887-1244
302 Petersville Rd.
O 301-834-9855
56 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-5420
96 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-4448
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BURKITTSVILLE Burkittsville is a virtually unchanged example of an American townscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, when the town was a service center for the rural area around it. Today, Main Street’s buildings are still bordered by fields of crops and dairy farms, although there are no longer any commercial establishments in the town. Burkittsville became closely involved with the Civil War when forces of the Union and Confederate armies engaged in the Battle of Crampton’s Gap, a bloody prelude to the Battle of Antietam.
BURKITTSVILLE MAYOR
TOWN OFFICE
POST OFFICE
CHURCHES
Debby Burgoyne
,
,
St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church
POPULATION 151 as of 2010 Census
500 E. Main St.
O 301-834-6780 w www.burkittsville-md.gov
8 E. Main St.
O 301-834-9592
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Burkittsville, MD
O 201-834-9866
EMMITSBURG Emmitsburg, a quiet town nestled at the foot of the mountains, offers peace and tranquility. Incorporated in the early 1800s, Emmitsburg was the home of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. She established the first Catholic school in the U.S., that grew into St. Joseph’s College. The property is now home to the National Fire Academy and Homeland Security. A short drive away is Mount St. Mary’s University. In Emmitsburg you can relax but still be within driving distance to major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Harrisburg. You are just a few miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield, Ski Liberty Resort and numerous golf courses.
TOWN FACTS * Data based on 2010 U.S. Census
Population: 3,090 (2017 estimate)
Number of households: 997 People under the age of 18: 5.4 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 16.3 percent ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYOR: Don Briggs (Term expires October 2020) TOWN COMMISSIONERS Clifford Sweeney, president (exp. 10/2021) Glenn Blanchard, vice president (exp. 10/2019) Timothy O’Donnell, treasurer (exp. 10/2021) Joseph Ritz III (exp. 10/2020) Elizabeth Buckman (exp. 10/2019) Town Hall , 300A S. Seton Ave. O 301-600-6300
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LIBRARY Frederick County Public Libraries Emmitsburg Branch
,
300A S. Seton Ave.
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FREDERICK CITY One of the largest cities in Maryland, the City of Frederick is home to a diverse and thriving business community that includes Fort Detrick, the Frederick Memorial Healthcare System, and MedImmune. In addition to a strong employment base, Downtown Frederick is the hub of arts, culture and entertainment within the county. Downtown Frederick offers a thriving business district of 200+ eclectic and specialty retailers, restaurants and antique shops. Nearly 1.5 million tourists visit downtown each year, drawn by Civil War history and beautifully restored 18th, 19th and 20th century architecture. Activities and events can be enjoyed nearly every weekend throughout the year.
CITY FACTS *Data as of July 1, 2016 based on U.S. Census
Population: 70,060
FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Number of households:
,
26,591
Median household income:
Citizens Truck Company 9 S. Court St.
O 301-600-1713 Independent Hose Company
$64,700
,
People under the age of 5:
Junior Fire Company
7.7 percent in 2010
People under the age of 18:
310 Baughman’s Lane
O 301-600-1720
,
535 N. Market St.
O 301-600-2286
23.7 percent in 2010
Spring Ridge Fire Station # 33
People aged 65 years or older:
O 301-600-9330
10.8 percent in 2010
,
6061 Spring Ridge Pkwy.
United Steam Fire Engine Co.
,
79 S. Market St.
Language other than English spoken in home: 23.9 percent
O 301-600-1711
High school graduate or higher (aged 25+):
O 301-600-9330
United/Westview Fire Station
,
5525 New Design Road
89.2 percent
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Bachelor’s degree or higher (aged 25+): 37.7 percent
,
ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYOR
Michael O’Connor (Sworn in December 2017 for a 4-year term)
BOARD OF ALDERMEN
Kuzemchak, Ben MacShane, Kelly Russell, Derick Shackelford and Roger Wilson. (Sworn in for 4-year term in December 2017) City Hall , 101 N. Court St. O 301-600-1380 w www.CityOfFrederick.com
C.Burr Artz Central Library
O 301-600-1630 w www.fcpl.org POST OFFICES Frederick City
,
201 E. Patrick St.
O 301-662-2131 College Estates Station
,
1301 W. Seventh St.
O 301-662-6115 Tuscarora
,
5709-A Tuscarora Rd.
O 301-874-2303 TOWN PARKS Baker Park
,
121 N. Bentz St.
FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT
O 301-600-1493
O 301-600-2100
O 301-600-1492
CITY OF FREDERICK DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SWIMMING POOLS
O 301-629-6360
City Recreation Department
Baker Park Swimming Pool
O 301-663-5666 Diggs Memorial Pool
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110 E. Patrick St.
LEARN & EXPLORE National Museum of Civil War Medicine , 48 E. Patrick St. 301-695-1864 Scheifferstadt Architectural Museum
,
1110 Rosemont Ave.
Congregation Kol Ami of Frederick
,
Frederick, MD
O 301-575-9690 MESSIANIC
El Shaddai Congregation
,
Frederick
O 301-695-4496
O 301-663-3885
CHURCHES
Roads and Rails Museum , 200 N. East St. O 301-624-5524
,
Rose Hill Manor Park and Museum , 1611 N. Market St. O 301-600-1650
Quinn Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church Frederick, MD
O 301-663-1550 St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church
,
Frederick
O 301-695-6167
Roger Brooke Taney House , 121 S. Bentz St. O 301-663-7880
Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church
SYNAGOGUES
St. Michael the Archangel Anglican Church
,
,
Beth Sholom Congregation Frederick
O 301-663-0267
,
Frederick
O 301-898-7100 Frederick
O 301-293-8938
/ / F R E D E R I/C/ KS EC COTUI N O TNY HTEOAW DN ER S Victory Christian Center
Grace Community Church
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-473-5253
Frederick
O 301-473-4337
Faith United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
Ambassador Baptist Church
Frederick Church of Christ
Hope Christian Fellowship Church
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-620-7729
Frederick
O 301-662-5789
Adamstown
First Church of Christ Scientist
Emmanuel Trinity Lutheran Church
,
,
,
O 301-834-7755
Frederick
O 301-662-7852
Frederick
Jefferson United Church of Christ
Church of the Nazarene
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-473-8283
Jefferson
O 301-473-8262
,
Edgewood First Church of God
Frederick Christian Fellowship
,
,
O 301-662-3110
O 301-682-5007
Frederick
Parkway Community Church
Harvest Christian Fellowship
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-473-8900 Frederick Korean Baptist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-695-6446 People’s Baptist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-473-5635 South End Baptist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-4347 Victory Baptist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-5153 Frederick Church of the Brethren
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1819 Tibetan Meditation Center
,
Frederick
O 301-473-5750 St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-8288
Frederick
O 301-663-0741
,
O 301-845-9870
Frederick
O 301-695-9053 Emmanuel Bible Church
,
Frederick
O 301-473-4686
All Saints Episcopal Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-5625 First Love Church
,
Frederick
O 301-694-8435 Thomas Tabernacle Holiness Church
,
Frederick
O 301-695-9148 Emmanuel Bible Church
,
Frederick
O 301-473-4686
,
O 301-662-4796
Harvest Christian Fellowship
,
Frederick
O 301-662-0206 District Office of Christian Missionary Alliance
,
Frederick
O 301-620-9934 Emmanuel Alliance Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-0002 Frederick Alliance Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-1199
,
Frederick
Bethel Lutheran Church Office
,
Frederick
O 301-694-8280 Evangelical Lutheran Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-6361 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-3344 Mount Zion Lutheran Church
,
Frederick
O 301-473-4737
,
Calvary United Methodist Church
,
Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church
Frederick
,
Flint Hill United Methodist
,
Frederick
Hopehill United Methodist
Victory Christian Center
,
Frederick
Jackson United Methodist
Faith Reformed Presbyterian
,
Frederick
Linganore United Methodist
Frederick Presbyterian
,
Frederick
Mount Carmel United Methodist
Good News Presbyterian
,
Frederick
Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church
New Hope Presbyterian Frederick
,
O 301-694-3595 Seventh-Day Adventist Church Frederick
O 301-662-5254 Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Frederick
,
Frederick
O 301-473-7680
Frederick
O 301-662-1303
O 301-473-7070
,
Union Bridge
O 410-795-1291
O 301-663-5338
,
Frederick
O 601-694-7315
O 301-662-0662
,
Frederick
O 301-874-1166
O 301-473-5253
,
Adamstown
O 301-874-0890
O 301-473-8788
,
Frederick
O 301-663-5273
Apostolic Lighthouse United (Pentecostal Church)
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1464
O 301-663-0663
,
Frederick
O 301-874-2313
O 301-846-0868
,
Frederick
Buckeystown United Methodist
Frederick
,
Korean Emmanuel Church
Frederick
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1727
Unity in Frederick
Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church
O 301-620-2255
,
Walkersville
Frederick Christian Fellowship
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church
O 301-360-9581
,
Frederick
Brook Hill United Methodist
Frederick
SURE Fellowship Church
Asbury United Methodist
O 301-663-9380
O 301-662-0206
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Frederick
O 301-694-8772
,
O 301-620-2255
Frederick Baptist Temple
Frederick
Araby United Methodist
Frederick
O 301-663-6271
,
Frederick
Grace United Church of Christ
O 301-662-3312
First Missionary Baptist Church Frederick
Frederick
O 301-662-2088
,
O 301-624-5838
First Baptist Church of Frederick
Grace Trinity United Church of Christ
,
O 301-874-5838
Faith Baptist Church Knoxville
Frederick
O 301-695-6550
O 301-473-4737
Ijamsville
O 301-865-5443 Trinity United Methodist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-2895 Salvation Army
,
Frederick
O 301-662-2311
Evangelical Reformed Church United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
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MIDDLETOWN Middletown is a small, rural community steeped in American history. It is located in the beautiful Middletown Valley that stretches between the Catoctin Mountains on the east and South Mountain on the west. A young Lt. George Washington, while surveying the South Mountain area, reported that the valley to the east was one of the most beautiful places he had ever seen. Middletown continues to evolve from a settlement of farmers and ranchers to one of tradesmen, craftsmen, businessmen, clergymen, commuters and retired folk– without losing its agricultural roots. From the stately old Victorian-style homes and soaring church steeples to the rustic dairy farms and modern housing developments, residents find in Middletown a refuge where they can enjoy small-town life as it used to be.
TOWN FACTS: * Data as of 2010, based on the U.S. Census
Population: 4,136 Number of households: 1,665
Median household income: $125,227
Residents under age of 5: 6 percent
Residents under age of 18: 27 percent
Middletown Municipal Center
,
31 W. Main St.
O 301-371-6171 w Middletown.md.us LIBRARY
Frederick County Public Libraries Middletown branch
,
101 Prospect St.
O 301-600-7560 w fcpl.org PHOTOGRAPH BY MOLLY FELLIN SPENCE
People aged 65 years or older: 11 percent
FOOD AND RESTAURANTS Abbraccio Gelato
Dunkin Donuts
Tapia’s On Main
Language other than English spoken in the home:
,
,
,
9.1 percent
ELECTED OFFICIALS BURGESS
John D. Miller
203B E. Main St.
O 301-473-5335
200 Middletown Parkway
O 240-490-8681
Aleko’s Village Cafe
Fratelli’s Italian and Seafood
Valley Grill Sports Bar
,
,
,
11670 Old National Pike
O 301-882-7889
200 Middletown Parkway
O 301-371-4000
Asian Cafe
The Main Cup
,
,
7 N. Church St.
14 W. Main St.
(Serving his fourth four-year term, expiring in 2020)
O 301-371-5988 Black Hog BBQ
More Ice Cream
TOWN COMMISSIONERS
,
,
(Serving 4-year terms) Larry K. Bussard Thomas S. Catania Richard L. Dietrick Jennifer J. Falcinelli Christopher I. Goodman
100 Middletown Parkway
O 240-490-8147
13 W Main St.
O 240-490-5337 James Gang Pizzeria
,
,
200 Middletown Parkway
O 240-870-2131 Dempseys Grill 116 W. Main St.
O 301-371-7400 Domino’s Pizza
,
4316 Old National Pike
O 301-371-5801
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O 301-371-4433
Cinco De Mayo
,
92
203 E. Main St
O 240-490-8461
809 E. Main St.
O 301-371-7777 Schroyer’s Tavern at Maryland National Golf Club
,
8836 Hollow Rd.
O 301-371-0000
50 Glenbrook Dr.
O 301-371-0400 SHOPS Classic Barber Shop
,
205 S. Church St.
O 240-674-6747 Gladhill Furniture Company
,
10 Walnut St.
O 301-371-6800 Middletown Sportsland
,
108 W. Main St.
O 301-371-4242 Middletown Pharmacy
,
4317 Old National Pike
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MOUNT AIRY The Town of Mount Airy is a nationally accredited “Main Street Maryland Community” and holds the State of Maryland’s esteemed “Community Legacy” designation. Located directly off of Interstate 70, it is about 45 minutes from both the Baltimore and Washington metropolitan job markets. One can quickly become enamored with downtown Mount Airy and its small-town charm, quaint old buildings and friendliness that takes you back to a time long past. Mount Airy has experienced a dramatic increase in growth, but because of effective growth management and land use strategies, still retains that quaint, small-town atmosphere. It boasts a booming downtown with community and cultural events, retail establishments, antique and craft collectible shops, cafes and restaurants.
TOWN FACTS * Data as of July 1, 2016 based on U.S. Census
Population: 9,374 Number of households: 3,130 Median household income: $108,578
Median value of owneroccupied housing: $351,300
People under the age of 5: 7.1 percent
People under the age of 18: 32 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 8.3 percent Language other than English spoken in home: 4.4 percent High school graduate or higher (aged 25+): 94.5 percent Bachelor’s degree or higher (aged 25+): 42.5 percent
ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYOR Patrick Rockinberg (term ends 2021)
CITY COUNCIL
Peter Helt (term ends 2019), Robert H. King Jr. (term ends 2019), Larry Hushour (term ends 2021), Jason Poirier (term ends 2019) and Scott Strong (term ends 2021) City Hall
,
110 S. Main St.
O 301-829-1424 w mountairymd.org LIBRARIES
Carroll County Public Libraries Mount Airy Branch
,
705 Ridge Ave.
O 410-386-4470 w www.library.carr.org PHOTOGRAPH BY MOLLY FELLIN SPENCE
MYERSVILLE Myersville is strategically located halfway between Frederick and Hagerstown, with convenient access from Interstate 70 to the south and U.S. Route 40 to the north, yet nicely buffered from both by a mile of local road. The outstanding location and beautiful, hilly terrain combined to make the town an attractive location for residential development during the last decades of the 20th century.
MYERSVILLE MAYOR
POST OFFICE
CHURCHES
Wayne Creadick
,
Church of the Saviour
Population: 1,626 as of 2010 Census
TOWN OFFICE
,
301 Main St.
O 301-293-4281 w www.myersvillemd.govoffice2.com FIRE DEPARTMENTS Myersville Volunteer Fire Company
O 301-293-9817 Wolfsville Volunteer Fire Company
O 301-293-1453
1 Wolfsville Road
O 301-293-1180 TOWN PARKS Doub’s Meadow Park
,
Corner of Rte. 40 and Rte. 17
Wolfsville Rd.
O 301-293-4281 Town Park
,
8 Harp Pl.
O 301-293-4281
,
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-1401
Rohersville, MD
O 301-665-9600
Myersville Baptist Church
Grossnickle Church of the Brethren
,
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-9516 Harmony Church of the Brethren
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-371-4297 Harmony Community Lutheran Church
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-371-5188
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-1335 Myersville Church of the Brethren
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-9513 Salem United Methodist Church
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-1616 St. Paul's Lutheran Church
,
Myersville, MD
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NEW MARKET Follow the town on Instagram @newmarketevents or online at www.NewMarket.Events New Market Founders Day To be celebrated in June with a Historic Houses Walking Tour as well as attractions and activities throughout the downtown area. Community Appreciation Day Held in mid-August, the town invites family, friends and neighbors to visit New Market for the chance to meet and speak with state and local officials about important issues that affect your daily life. Music, shopping, food offerings including local ice cream, and more. Christmas in New Market Beginning each December, as a way to usher in the holiday season, the town hosts a day devoted to merriment including a parade, meetings with Santa all day long and a tree-lighting in the evening.
TOWN FACTS * Data as of 2010, based on the U.S. Census
Population: 1,174
FOOD AND RESTAURANTS
Number of households:
Asian Bistro
3,274
, 11670 Old National Pike
Median household income:
Blue Sky Bar & Grill
$120,625
People under the age of 5:
O 301-882-7889
, 10519 Old National Pike O 301-865-1116
7.9 percent
The Derby Restaurant and Bar
People under the age of 18:
O 301-865-2222
29.0 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 9.4 percent Language other than English spoken in the home: 6.7 percent
High school graduate or higher (aged 25+):
, 83 Old National Pike Dunkin’ Donuts
, 11715 Old National Pike O 301-865-1509
Lighthouse Seafood
, 12051 Old National Pike O 301-865-8925
,
11717 Old National Pike
O 301-865-8100
98 percent
Pasquale’s
Bachelor’s degree or higher (aged 25+): 59 percent
, 11670 Old National Pike
ELECTED OFFICIALS
, 8 W. Main St.
(All are elected to the same 4-year term. The next election is set for 2021.)
MAYOR:
Winslow F. Burhans III
TOWN COUNCIL
Lawrence “Jake” Romanell Michael Davies Dennis Kimble Scott Robertson Shannon “Shane” Rossman
TOWN HALL
, 39 W. Main St. O 301-865-5544 w 94
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Morgan’s American Grill
301-882-7103
Vintage
O 301-882-7674 SHOPS 1812 House
, 48 W. Main St. O 301-865-3040
Country Side Liquors
,
11717 Old National Pike
O 301-695-9544 Fleshman’s Antiques
, 2 W. Main St.
O 301-602-2985 Happiloo
, 26 W. Main St. O 301-882-4293
Hilltop Convenience and Liquors
Santa Fe Trading Company
, 10519 Old National Pike
O 301-305-0571
O 301-865-3354
Jim’s House of Music
, 33 W. Main St. Smith Tavern Antiques
, 11670 Old National Pike
, 17 E. Main St.
New Market Liquors
Tulip Tree Fiber Arts & Antiques
O 301-882-4298
,
11670 Old National Pike
O 301-882-4913 Peridot
, 41 W. Main St. O 240-397-1318
R P Brady Antiques
, 3 E. Main St.
O 301-865-3666 Robert Esterly Antiques
, 20 W. Main St. O 301-865-8000
O 301-865-3597
, 9 W. Main St.
O 301-865-2879 The Village Potter
, 73 W. Main St. O 252-412-6776
LEARN & EXPLORE The Original Playhouse
, 4 W. Main St.
O 301-865-6500
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THURMONT Thurmont is a small city in northern Frederick County established in 1751. It is known as the “Gateway to the Catoctin Mountains,” where Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park are located. There are three covered bridges near by: Loy’s Station Bridge, Roddy Road Bridge and Utica Mills Bridge. Catoctin Iron Furnace and forge, built during the Revolutionary War, is just down the road. Frederick is about 15 miles south and Gettysburg is 20 miles north. Baltimore and Washington, D.C., are each about 60 miles away. The President’s retreat, Camp David, is also nearby. Thurmont is proud to have been designated a “Main Street Maryland Community.”
TOWN FACTS (Data from 2010 Census and estimates)
Population: 6,528
ELECTED OFFICIALS
Number of households: 2,608
MAYOR
Median household income: $68,043
People under the age of 5: 5.3 percent
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People under the age of 18: 25.8 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 13.1 percent
Language other than English spoken in home: 4.6 percent High school graduate or higher (aged 25+): 95.1 percent Bachelor’s degree or higher (aged 25+): 26.6 percent
John A. Kinnaird
TOWN COUNCIL
Bill Buehrer, Martin A. Burns, Wes Hamrick, Wayne Hooper Town Hall
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615 E. Main St., P.O. Box 17
O 301-271-7313 w www.Thurmont.com LIBRARIES
Frederick County Public Libraries Thurmont Branch , 76 E. Moser Road O 301-600-7200 w www.fcpl.org
LEARN AND EXPLORE
Thurmont Historical Society
O 301-271-7574 w www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/
Catoctin Mountain Park
Cunningham Falls State Park
Pages/western/cunningham.aspx
O 301-271-1860 w www.thurmonthistoricalsociety.org O 301-663-9388 w www.nps.gov/cato/index.htm
ROSEMONT Rosemont is a village in southern Frederick County, one mile southeast of Route 340 and one mile north of the Potomac River. It is a quiet residential community. Rolling farmland and mountains contoured by Harper’s Ferry Gap in West Virginia add to the tranquility of the town.
BURGESS
TOWN GOVERNMENT
Thomas Watson
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POPULATION
294 as of 2010 Census
1219 Rosemont Drive
O 301-834-7444 w www.sites.google.com/site/ rosemontmd/home
FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Volunteer Fire Department
O 301-834-8300
BRUNSWICK VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE & RESCUE
CHURCHES
Faith Assembly of God
O 301-834-8102
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TOWN PARK
Rosemont Alliance Church
Lions Merryland Park
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3673 Petersville Road
Brunswick
O 301-834-8632
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Knoxville
O 301-834-8290
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WALKERSVILLE • Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company Carnival: First week in July at 79 W. Frederick St. • Walkersville Day: On the third Saturday in May each year. The event celebrates the town with yard sales, church fundraisers, an open house at the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company and a Strawberry Festival at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
TOWN FACTS * Data based on 2010 U.S. Census
Population: 5,800 Number of households: 2,094 Median household income: $65,581
Median value of owneroccupied housing: $351,300 People under the age of 5: 5.9 percent
People under the age of 18: 40.1 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 24.2 percent
TOWN GOVERNMENT BURGESS: Chad W. Weddle (walkersvilleburgess@comcast.net)
TOWN COMMISSIONERS: Gary A. Baker, Mary Ann BrodieEnnis, Donald W. Schildt, Sr., Russell N. Winch, Deborah L. Zimmerman Town meetings with the burgess and commissioners are on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, starting promptly at 7:30 p.m. (One meeting on the second Wednesday only in July, November and December.) Town Hall
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21 W. Frederick St.
O 301-845-4500 w Walkersville-md.com
LIBRARIES
Frederick County Public Libraries Walkersville Branch
,
PHOTOGRAPH BY SPENCE PHOTOGRAPHICS
w fcpl.org/branches-hours/ walkersville-branch-library
2 S. Glade Road
O 301-600-8200
WOODSBORO Early history suggests that the Woodsboro area was a hunting and trapping ground for a wandering tribe of Susquehanna Indians. From early times, the settlement was located at a crossroads on the Indian trail running from the Chesapeake Bay to the mountains. When the stagecoach became the primary mode of transportation, the place became an important stop on its itinerary. Today, Woodsboro is still primarily an agricultural area, but an important industry is centered on the three lime quarries that border the town.
WOODSBORO BURGESS Gary Smith
POPULATION 1,141 as of 2010 Census
TOWN OFFICE
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2 S. 3rd St.
O 301-898-3800 w www.woodsboro.org FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Woodsboro Volunteer Fire Company
O 301-898-5100
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Libertytown Volunteer Fire Company
GROCERY STORE
St. John's United Church of Christ
O 301-898-9193
,
O 301-845-7703
New Midway Volunteer Fire Company
Trout’s Market Woodsboro
O 301-898-4103
O 301-898-0543
TOWN PARK
POST OFFICES
O 301-898-3800
Woodsboro Post Office
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602 S. Main St.
O 301-845-8408 Ladiesburg Post Office
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12509 Woodsboro Pike
Woodsboro Town Park
,
Woodsboro
St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
,
Union Bridge
O 301-898-5111
CHURCHES
Woodsboro Evangelical Lutheran Church
,
O 301-845-4533
Chapel Lutheran Church Walkersville
O 301-845-2332
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Woodsboro
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