Frederick’s Freshest Treats Summer 2019
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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Sunday Evenings June, July & August at 7 PM Baker Park Band Shell From funk and soul groups to outstanding tribute artists, this free concert series has something for everyone.
SUMMERFEST FAMILY THEATRE Thursday Mornings June, July & August at 10 AM Baker Park Band Shell Enjoy free children’s entertainment featuring local and regional performers showcasing the best in tot rock.
FREDERICK’S 4TH— AN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4, Noon–Dusk Baker Park
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Join us for the largest Independence Day celebration in Frederick County! The day includes non-stop children’s activities, a volleyball tournament, local brews and distilleries, two stages of live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display at dusk.
FREDERICK WINE FESTIVAL organized in partnership with
August 3 | Carroll Creek Urban Park VIP: 11 AM–5 PM General Admission: 1–5 PM Sample wines from the most innovative wineries in the state of Maryland and signature food from local chefs while enjoying live entertainment along the picturesque Carroll Creek Urban Park. VIP Admission $50 | General Admission $35 Designated Driver & Children ages 13 – 20 $20 Children under 13 are free Rain or Shine
IN THE STREET sponsored by
September 14 | Downtown Frederick 9 AM | Market Street Mile 11AM–5 PM | In The Street Festival sponsored by BGE HOME Noon–5 PM | Homegrown Frederick Craft Beverage Experience 5–9 PM | Key 103 Up The Creek Party sponsored by Flying Dog Brewery
This local favorite includes four stages of live entertainment and nine blocks of themed fun including areas highlighting children’s activities, local art organizations, regional artisans, history and sports!
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It’s summertime in Frederick County, which means plenty of heat and humidity to contend with. One thing (other than a nice, air-conditioned building) that makes the summer swelter a bit easier to handle is a super cold, super sweet treat. After a long day sweating in the sun, there’s nothing like that first lick of a creamy cone to cool you off and brighten your day. You can grab ice cream almost anywhere these days: grocery stores are packed with dozens of brands and varieties. Even fast-food restaurants allow you to get a cone without leaving the comfort of your car. Sure, those options are nice for a quick treat. But did you know that Frederick County is home to several family-owned creameries that make their own homemade delicious ice cream? It’s worth delaying your gratification a few minutes to drive out to one of these yummy stops and try flavors like Peanut Butter Pie or Blueberry Poundcake or Crabby Cow (with, you guessed it, Old Bay mixed in).
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At Rocky Point Creamery in Point of Rocks and South Mountain Creamery in Middletown, the homemade ice cream goes from cow to cone in record time. And it is so much tastier as a result.
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Ferrellgas
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Frederick, MD
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Lock Haven, PA
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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
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Frederick, MD
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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
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Farmer's Cooperative Association, Inc.
Carroll Independent Fuel
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WELL AND SEPTIC INFORMATION
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Westminster, MD
Voneiff Oil
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Monrovia, and New Market
Damascus, MD
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Frederick, MD
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Carroll Independent Fuel
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Frederick, MD
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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
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CONTENTS Spring 2019
COMMUNITY 12 From Cow To Cone: Homemade Ice Cream
Sweetens Frederick County’s Summer
HOMES/REAL ESTATE 20 Creating the Perfect Outdoor Living Space BUSINESS 24 Downtown Frederick Business News EDUCATION 26 Board of Education Introduces New Office
of the Ombuds
HEALTHCARE 34 Mental Health Association Provides
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Bevy of Free Resources to Community
SENIORS 40 Institute for Learning in Retirement is Making
History at FCC
TRANSPORTATION 42 TransIT Summer Passes Are Available ARTS & LEISURE 46 McLauchlans Sail Into Frederick to Open
Contemporary Art Gallery
54 Events Throughout Frederick County HISTORY
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50 Foundation Works To Save History, for the Future SPECIAL NEEDS
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52 The Arc Offers Sweets and Support at
Charlotte’s Coffee House
FREDERICK COUNTY TOWNS 64 Summer in the City … of Brunswick 72 Towns Throughout Frederick County
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FROM COW TO CONE Homemade ice cream sweetens Frederick County’s summer BY GINA GALLUCCI-WHITE
South Mountain Creamery owner Tony Brusco finds inspiration for ice cream flavors in many different places. He could see a phrase in a book that gets his imagination going, or visit a new town and be inspired by a dish he eats there to create a new flavor. Last summer, inspiration came thanks to a number of regular ingredients being on backorder. And as a result, Brusco created one of South Mountain Creamery’s best-selling flavors, Snallygaster. “We were running short on ice cream so I basically went into our ingredient refrigerator and pulled a bunch of different ingredients together,” he said. He used peanut butter ice cream, added chocolate-covered pretzels and peanut butter cups then swirled in some caramel. The flavor was named for the 18th-century mystical creature believed to inhabit the creamery’s hometown of Middletown. It quickly became one of the shop’s best sellers. “Some flavors are created that way,” Brusco notes. “Some are more crafted when we are trying to achieve a certain flavor profile that is new and different. Sometimes people will come to me and they want to make a custom flavor. It just really depends.” The creamery has about 40 to 50 flavors in its portfolio, including “C is for Cookie,” a blend of cookie dough and cookies-and-cream ice creams, and Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake, for which they use locally grown blueberries. Peanut Butter Pie is another original flavor. Brusco anticipates adding three more options during the summer months of this year.
The ice cream process begins on the Middletown farm, where more than 500 cows are milked daily 50 yards from their processing plant. Every flavor starts with an ice cream base using a blend of milk,
“There are a lot of things you can play with to try to get the ice cream to what you want, to the taste and the texture you are going for,” he says.
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“It’s my fun at the creamery where I get to be very creative and come up with new flavors,” he says. “I believe you can see that in the flavors we create.”
cream and sugar. The recipe took Brusco seven years to perfect, based on customer feedback, taste tests, playing with the amounts of butter fat and sugar content, and working with Pennsylvania State University professors in blending recipes.
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The ice cream base sits in a tank for about a day after creation. “That time allows the flavors and ingredients to mingle,” Brusco says. “The next morning, we start taking the base out of the tank and we make ice cream with it.” The base goes into a commercial ice cream batch freezer. The ingredients are added to the mix and 10 to 14 minutes later, a sweet treat is born. Some ingredients, such as blueberries or coffee beans, are added by hand. “Our ice cream process is very manual, which is kind of nice in some ways because it allows the person making ice cream to have some kind of influence and their own little signatures on the ice cream,” Brusco says. During the summer, demand is high for their product, so the ice cream you get could be as fresh as only 24 hours old. “We are making ice cream five days a week,” he says. Ice cream is available at the farm’s Karen’s Kountry Store and recently opened Downtown Frederick restaurant Hometown Harvest Kitchen. The store has 18 rotating flavors on site, while the restaurant features a scoop shop where guests may get scoops in 24 rotating flavors along with ice cream sold by the pints and
half gallons. “There are certain flavors we try to keep in the case just because they are popular and people expect them and there are other flavors that rotate out,” Brusco says. “They will be in one week and then as soon as they sell out, a different flavor might be in next week.” For those who want locally made ice cream but don’t want to leave your car in the hot summer months, Rocky Point Creamery in Point of Rocks has a drive-through window ready to dispense cones, dishes, milkshakes and other delicious treats. “I like drive-throughs just like everybody else,” says Owner Chuck Fry. “On the farm, we have plenty of space to do it.” The farm began in the early 1880s with 10 Holstein cows and today the family’s fourth generation has continued the dairy tradition by milking about 175 cows each day. The creamery, featuring about 80 flavors in its repertoire, was added in 2012 to help keep the farm viable, Fry said. After the cows have been milked, the product goes to Frederick for processing. Returning in 5 gallon bags of mix, the product is placed inside an Italian ice cream machine for six minutes.
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“When (the ice cream) comes out of the machine, it is smooth,” Fry says. “It’s the the way it should be … not icy. Sometimes you can taste ice cream that has a lower freeze point on your tongue – it gives you a brain freeze. … If it has less butter fat in it, it gives you that brain freeze. The higher the butter fat, the higher the freeze point so it doesn’t taste as cold on your mouth.” Staff members add ingredients, such as crumbled cookies, by hand. The whole process from cow to customers is about three to four days. “We don’t put a lot of air into our ice cream mix,” Fry notes. “You will find (our ice cream) is denser and heavier which equates to more product in a pint than typical other (brands). ...We focus on a quality product that enhances the flavor of the cow’s milk and we don’t put a lot of junk in the ice cream. The ice cream sells itself based on the flavor and creaminess and the taste on your tastebuds.” Many of Rocky Point Creamery’s flavors revolve around a cow theme, such as “Cowfee Bean,” “Caramoo” and “Crabby Cow” (with Old Bay seasoning and caramel). “We like to try and keep close to the cow and make a little bit of fun,” Fry says. “Our logo has a cow licking an ice cream cone. It needs to be fun.”
Twenty flavors are available at the store with the selection changing weekly, and four or five new flavors are in the works for summer 2019. “The No. 1 question we get is ‘What is new?’ They are not satisfied with the 115 flavors that we have. They want 117 flavors. … That’s the way we are as humans. We want the next best thing. You try to come up with new things and new flavors,” Fry said. On a summer weekend, the creamery sees about 1,000 visitors usually driving through coming from northern Virginia or Washington, D.C. Aside from single scoops, the creamery also offers milkshakes, sundaes, banana splits, twisters and ice cream floats, sandwiches and pies. Fry does confess that he is more of a cookie man, himself: “I love cookies but, man, you put vanilla ice cream on anything and I am on it,” he says. “I can eat dirt if it’s got ice cream on it.”
+ South Mountain Creamery 8305 Bolivar Road, Middletown 844-762-6455 southmountaincreamery.com
Rocky Point Creamery 4323A Tuscarora Road, Tuscarora 301-874-5810 rockypointcreamery.com
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FITNESS William R. Talley Recreation Center
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SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
Habitat for Humanity of Frederick County Restore
Zonta Club of Frederick
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The YMCA of Frederick County
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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.
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H O M E S \ R E A L E S TAT E \ \
CREATING THE PERFECT OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE
BY BRENDA FISHER, FREDERICK COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Outdoor entertaining is one of the best parts of summer. Sitting in your own backyard oasis, sipping a cold drink and enjoying time with friends and family is how many of us would like to spend the warm summer evenings. Creating the perfect outdoor living space to host these special nights is easier than you might think.
Here are five foolproof tips to help you turn a drab landscape into the ultimate entertaining space. 1. Declutter and clean It’s impossible to relax when dirt, debris and clutter invade your outdoor space. Lawn equipment, yard tools and children’s toys tend to collect in corners. Store these items in your garage or a backyard shed to keep them out of sight, but easily accessible. After you’ve organized the area, sweep the dirt and dust away and give it a good scrubbing. You’ll be left with a blank canvas to work with. 2. Blend your outdoor and indoor space Think of your backyard and patio as an extension of your home’s living space. This helps to create a cohesive feeling so your outdoor living space doesn’t feel like an afterthought. Make sure your indoor and outdoor décor complement one another by using coordinating colors and styles. Adding similar plants, pillows and décor items helps bring everything together. 3. Create cozy sitting areas Make sure your backyard oasis has several spots where family and friends can relax. Making your main sitting area comfortable with soft cushions and pillows on your patio 20
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By adding a few key elements, you can create a cozy and inviting space that will be the ultimate place to hang out.
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“Whether it is an eclectic mix of rustic pieces picked up along the byways, or an area professionally designed to mirror a home’s interior, there is nothing that draws a guest or prospective buyer in more than an inviting outdoor living area,” said Frederick County Association of Realtors® President Maureen Nichols.
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4. Add natural elements Incorporating the four natural elements – air, fire, water and earth – can help soften your backyard space. A backyard fire pit surrounded by comfortable chairs is a great idea. It’s also a good idea to include a water feature such as a fountain or pond. Even in a small space, a tabletop fountain provides the calming sound of water. Don’t forget to add some plants and flowers to the space. Ceiling fans are also a good idea for covered patios to keep the air circulating. 5. Don’t forget about the landscaping A beautifully manicured yard adds the finishing touch to your outdoor living space. Well-maintained flower beds full of vibrant, healthy plants and flowers, and strong, manicured trees and shrubs will add to the natural beauty of your space. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes the simplest designs have the biggest impact. Your backyard oasis can be as simple or elaborate as you want it to be. There isn’t a right or a wrong when it comes to creating an outdoor living area. The most important thing to remember is to make the space your own.
+ Buying or selling real estate is one of the biggest financial transactions you will have in your lifetime. Make sure you have the benefit of a local Realtor to help you through the process. Just remember, not every real estate agent is a realtor. 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®.
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DOWNTOWN FREDERICK Business News The 2018 competition showcased four ideas, pitched by members of the Frederick community. The winning idea, Frederick Bike Racks in ASL, was pitched by Chanel Gleicher and Tiffany Saccente. Shortly after announcing the first winner, Sue Hough stood from the audience and offered to fund a second project, The Joy of Music, which was pitched by Kathaleen Lucey. Then, shortly following the event, an anonymous donor was so inspired by the community’s creativity that they funded a third project, Candylane, which was pitched by Patsy Dahlheimer and Marie Silverstrim. For more information, go to downtownfrederick.org/pitchcraft.
Downtown Frederick’s 2nd placemaking competition planned Downtown Frederick is planning its second annual placemaking competition in October, and is accepting applications now for pitches. Placemaking inspires people to collectively reimagine and reinvent public spaces as the heart of a community. Strengthening the connection between people and the places they share, placemaking refers to a collaborative process by which the public realm can be reshaped in order to maximize shared value. More than just promoting better urban design, placemaking facilitates creative patterns of use, paying particular attention to the physical, cultural and social identities that define a place and support its ongoing evolution. All expertise levels are encouraged to enter, from total novice to professional; all entries are due Aug. 25.
Barbershop celebrates landmark anniversary with grand re-opening
Ideas must thematically support the idea of connecting the people and places of Downtown Frederick, and should have a scope that can be implemented for about $3,500 and finished by October 2020. The finished product should be something that is safe for all ages, functions unattended, exists within the footprint of Downtown Frederick and is feasible to implement.
Wastlers’ Barber Shop, a longtime staple of Downtown Frederick, celebrated its grand re-opening this spring. The barbershop has been in operation since 1965 and is owned by Frank Wastler, a thirdgeneration owner. The shop has remained unchanged for more than 50 years and has undergone major renovations and upgrades. For more than five decades the shop has offered haircuts, beard trims and shaves. The new look for the shop was unveiled in April with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Submissions will be narrowed by a panel of judges to four finalists who will pitch their ideas in front of a live audience on Oct. 24 at New Spire Stages, 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick. The winner will be selected by audience vote and announced that night. In addition to an award of funds, the winning person will receive guidance from Downtown Frederick Partnership and volunteer advisers to help implement their idea. 24
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Wastler’s Barber Shop 48 N. Market St., Frederick 301-663-3443
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NEW STAFF TO HELP YOU NAVIGATE Frederick County Public Schools BY TERRY ALBAN, SUPERINTENDENT, FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is a large and diverse school system, with 43,000 students, 6,000 employees and 67 schools. Imagine the many policies, regulations and procedures that shape how the school system serves students, families and staff, and you have an idea how the process of navigating through issues and concerns can pose a potential challenge. It’s sometimes difficult even to know where to start. To help students, families, staff and community members better address concerns, the FCPS Board of Education has created the new Office of the Ombuds. Frederick joins Baltimore City and Howard County and Montgomery County school systems in providing an ombuds office. Ombuds’ roles are to provide information about FCPS programs and services, foster collaboration focused on the best possible options for resolution, and identify areas for systemic improvements. In these roles, the ombuds works to empower a thriving partnership for solutions, helping navigate the process to resolve a challenging situation. The ombuds also supports the board and the wider community by reporting suggested ways to improve student achievement and enhance FCPS’s organizational efficiency.
Independent—The ombuds reports directly to the board and is
Confidential—The ombuds provides a safe place for discussing
outside of other FCPS lines of authority.
concerns and keeps communication confidential, only sharing identities
Impartial—The ombuds is neutral and impartial, not taking sides or advocating any particular position but rather collaborating with
Informal—The ombuds helps develop options and serves as a
people who need help to find options for getting the best possible
sounding board to guide collaboration.
outcome for all involved.
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The ombuds doesn’t replace other FCPS channels for resolving problems but supplements those channels as another resource to
For more about FCPS:
create collaborative relationships. Consulting the ombuds does not
• Visit www.fcps.org
put the system “on notice” of a problem but fosters discussion of processes and options for resolving issues consistent with policies, regulations, and negotiated agreements.
• Sign up for FindOutFirst school email news and emergency text messages • Like FCPS MD on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube • Read the FCPS Calendar Handbook
Use of the ombuds service is free, voluntary and not a required step in any procedure. It’s a step to take when you want to discuss strategies, possible options and/or resources to resolve a challenging
• Watch FCPS-TV on Comcast cable channel 18 and online at www. fcps.org/tv • Contact FCPS Office of Public Affairs, 191 S. East St., Frederick, 301-696-6900
situation. It’s a way to get direction when you don’t know where to go for help or have trouble finding the information or process you need. The ombuds is a resource for an impartial perspective. The ombuds can help you foster communication when you feel that communication with FCPS may have broken down. There are some areas in which the ombuds cannot help. The ombuds does not conduct investigations of potential wrongdoing, impose discipline or overturn student disciplinary decisions, make, set or change policies or regulations, participate in litigation or intervene
+ To learn more, visit www.fcps.org/ombuds. To contact the Office of the Ombuds, call 301-696-6852 or email ombuds@fcps.org.
when parties are involved in legal or administrative proceedings.
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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
> almost 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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http://education.fcps.org/tps
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
> 5,856, 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 (about 11,000)
> 10% Receiving Special Education services (about 4,200)
> 6% Families for whom English is not the primary language (about 2,400) Per Pupil Expenditure
> $13,285 per year (2017–18) Combined SAT Scores (2018)
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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 Valley Elementary
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3519 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson
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
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100 Martha Mason St., Middletown
O 240-236-4200
O 240-236-3000 w http://education.fcps.org/ves
Monocacy Middle
Walkersville Elementary
O 240-236-4700 w http://education.fcps.org/moms
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83 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
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8009 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
O 240-236-1000
New Market Middle
1,149 Frederick County
Waverley Elementary
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Advanced Placement Mean Scores (2018)
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> 1,066 Maryland, 1,049 U.S., > 3.03 Maryland, 2.84 Global, 3.27 Frederick 37 Elementary Schools, Grades Kindergarten–5
> All provide full-day kindergarten > Pre-kindergarten is offered to all students
201 Waverley Drive, Frederick
O 240-236-3900 w http://education.fcps.org/waves Whittier Elementary
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2400 Whittier Drive, Frederick
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
O 240-236-5500
O 240-236-3100 w http://education.fcps.org/whes
Thurmont Middle
13 Middle Schools, Grades 6–8
Wolfsville Elementary
O 240-236-5100
10 High Schools, Grades 9–12,
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Urbana Middle
eligible for free or reduced-price meals
and a Virtual (Online) School Program
> 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
12520 Wolfsville Road, Myersville
O 240-236-2250
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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
> 12,500 lunches, about 6,500 breakfasts
Windsor Knolls Middle
Meal Cost*
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> 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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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
w
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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Odds of a child becoming a top fashion designer: 1 in 7,000 Odds of a child becoming a top Odds of a child being diagnosed with autism: 1 in 110
Odds of a child being dia
Odds of a child becoming a top fashion designer: 1 in 7,000 Odds of a child being diagnosed with autism: 1 in 110
Odds of a child becoming a top fashion designer: 1 in 7,000 Odds of a child being diagnosed with autism: 1 in 110
Some signs to look for: • No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months. • No babbling by 12 months • No words by 16 months. To learn more of the signs of autism, visit autismspeaks.org Some signs to look for:
No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months.
No babbling by 12 months.
No words by 16 months.
To learn more of the signs of autism, visit autismspeaks.org
Some signs to look for:
No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months.
No babblin 12 months.
To learn more of the signs of autism, vis
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Some signs to look for:
No big smiles or other joyful expressions by 6 months.
No babbling by 12 months.
No words by 16 months.
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MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION Offers Bevy of Free Resources Mental health matters — nothing else does more to shape the course of our lives, according to the Mental Health Association of Frederick County. As individuals, our mental health influences all of our perceptions, experiences and relationships. As a community our collective mental health forms the foundations of our homes, schools, neighborhoods and businesses. It doesn’t just affect everyone – ultimately it connects everyone and helps us build up the community we share. MHA is saving families, saving lives and makes our community whole. The MHA says it is in the community for everyone, regardless of age or circumstances, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Helping children The MHA helps children to learn mental and emotional resilience at a young age, which will help them adapt to the situations and setbacks they will face throughout life, and to become the strong, stable citizens our community needs. The activities and support the MHA provides give children the emotional, social and cognitive skills they will carry throughout their lives into the classroom, the workplace and the home.
• Provides guidance and information to first-time parents. • Ensures that every child has a developmentally appropriate learning environment and that early childhood educators have the resources they need to ensure each child’s success. • Works with parents and educators when children display behavioral issues in preschool or child care situations. • Provides resources, events and activities to educate and engage families, educators and children.
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increase a child’s risk for struggles later in life, such as mental illness, unemployment, or even prison. Family challenges may include managing work and home life, while also caring for an elderly family member or young children.
Helping Senior Citizens The MHA provides telephone reassurance via a regular phone call providing a caring listener and a friendly connection for seniors living in Frederick County. A trained, caring listener calls at a scheduled time on a regular basis to talk about what’s going on in the senior’s life, to help them get help if needed, and to connect them to the services they need to be as independent as possible. Those eligible for the program include Frederick County residents who are 60 years of age or older and are: • Living alone and have few regular contacts. • Couples, at least one of whom is disabled. • Temporarily homebound following an illness, surgery or hospital stay. • Alone while regular caregivers are out of town. For more information or to enroll, call 301-663-0011 or email lmyers@fcmha.org.
24-Hour Call Center Many of us encounter moments and challenges that no one should have to face alone. The MHA provides support for situations that include workday stress, physical or sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, financial issues and the lingering affects of major life events such as death or divorce. In times like those, the MHA has a Call Center that provides: • A caring and supportive voice. • Resources and information that show the way forward. • Help in the midst of a crisis. • Specialists available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. • Free of charge and available to all. In Maryland, call 2-1-1 or call 866-411-6803 for information, referral and crisis intervention. Phone Friend is available for children in 1st through 5th grades. Call 301-694-8255. Or Live chat at 4MDyouth.org.
+ Mental Health Association of Frederick County, 226 S. Jefferson St., Frederick, 301-663-0011, fcmha.org
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MEDICAL CENTERS
FMH Mount Airy
Frederick Memorial Hospital System (FMH)
O 301-829-5800
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O 240-566-3300
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Rehabilitation Services
O 301-829-5880 FMH ProMotion Fitness +
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7211 Bank Ct., Suite 220
Frederick, MD 21703
O 240-215-1470
TTY: 240-566-3592
FMH Preventative Cardiology and Rehabilitation
Patient Information
Frederick, MD 21701
O 240-566-3500
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400 W. Seventh St.
O 240-566-3380
O 240-566-3229
The Birth Place
FMH Psychiatric Services
O 240-566-3534
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Volunteer Services
O 240-566-3567 FMH Advanced Skin & Wound Care
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400 W. Seventh St.
Frederick, MD 21701
O 240-566-3840 FMH Center For Diabetes & Nutrition Services
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7211 Bank Ct., Suite 240
Frederick, MD 21703
O 240-215-1474 FMH Crestwood
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7211 Bank Ct.
Frederick, MD 21703
O 240-215-1420 FMH Home Health Services
O 240-566-3568 FMH Immediate Care Mt. Airy
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1502 S. Main St. Mount Airy, MD 21771
O 301-829-5888 FMH Immediate Care Oak St.
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O 301-698-8374
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REGIONAL HOSPITALS
Holy Cross Hospital
Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital of Maryland
Johns Hopkins Medical Center
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Hagerstown
O 301-733-0330
1-800-342-2992
Carroll County General Hospital
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Westminster
O 410-848-3000 Children’s National Medical Center
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Washington, D.C.
O 202-884-5000
1-800-787-0021
O 240-566-3300
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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3430 Worthington Blvd.
Frederick, MD 21704
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Frederick Surgical Center
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Frederick
O 301-694-3400 Georgetown University Hospital
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Washington, D.C.
O 202-444-2000 The Gettysburg Hospital
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Gettysburg, PA
O 240-379-6000 240-379-6010
Hospice of Frederick County
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516 Trail Ave., Suite C
Frederick, MD 21701
O 240-566-3030
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
Frederick, MD 21703
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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
O 1-800-455-6467
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
O 301-754-7000
O 240-864-6000
O 240-566-3904
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Baltimore
O 443-849-2000
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Hagerstown
O 301-790-8000 Washington Hospital Center
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Washington, D.C.
O 202-877-7000
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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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CONNECT IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE. YMCA OF FREDERICK COUNTY DOWNTOWN Y
1000 North Market Street Frederick • 301-663-5131
GREEN VALLEY Y
11791 Fingerboard Road Monrovia • 301-607-6900
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I am a senior specializing in therapeutic Swedish Massage for mind and body relaxation. Sessions take place in my home. You are draped and the cost is $70 an hour. I do not work everyday, so please call for an appointment. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Louise Saulnier 1401 Key Parkway C 301 Frederick, Md. 21702
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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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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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INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT is Making History at FCC Frederick County’s premier knowledge and discovery destination for adults ages 55 and older, known as the Institute for Learning in Retirement, is delivering unique opportunities to discover, study and discuss our nation’s history this summer. From Learning on Location to expert-led presentations, these experiences, led by Frederick Community College, are providing participants with an insider’s look at our nation’s history and its impacts on today’s world.
“The Frederick Town: a History of the City of Frederick” is scheduled to start on July 11. The on-campus series, based on the award-winning documentary “Frederick Town,” consists of three weekly sessions featuring selections of this documentary to commemorate the 1745 founding of Frederick. Presented by Chris Haugh, an Emmy awardwinning documentary filmmaker and regional historian, the city’s story will be presented through vintage artwork, photographs, artifacts, scenic footage, quotes, diary passages and more. Also at the college, Dr. Karen Gray will present “How Constitutions Failed,” beginning July 12. This weekly series is an in-depth examination of the constitutional and democratic failures in Hellenistic Athens, Republican Rome, and 17th Century Great Britain. Drawing heavily on new scholarship, each session will feature an information-packed presentation followed by classroom conversations. In August, a new program, “The Emergence of Lincoln,” focuses on the reasons our 16th President commenced his political career in the late 1850s. Colonial historian and author Roger G. Swartz 40
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A recent Gettysburg Battlefield Tour took participants to one of the most important engagements of the Civil War. The day trip to Gettysburg National Military Park started with an informative orientation, a visit to the on-site museum and time to view the cyclorama painting depicting Pickett’s Charge. The group then enjoyed an expert-led bus tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield for a first-hand look of this significant historical site. Additional Learning on Location programs, including a trip to the Glenstone Museum in Potomac, Md., are planned this fall by the organizers at the institute.
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will be leading presentations and discussions highlighting Lincoln’s “House Divided” speech, the Lincoln-Douglas Illinois debates of 1858, the Cooper Union speech in New York, his views on slavery and his presidential election in 1860. These three weekly sessions begin Aug. 5.
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In addition to historical programs, the Institute for Learning in Retirement invites participants to experience creative arts, enjoy and play music, delve into current local and world issues, go onthe-road exploring, improve photography and technology skills and more. Programming often includes travel opportunities to legendary destinations as well. The summer schedule is available now, and fall programs will be open for registration in August. The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR55+) provides quality and accessible opportunities for intellectual stimulation and personal enrichment. The institute offers a breadth of diverse courses to fulfill the intellectual, social, spiritual, and physical interests of adults ages 55 and older.
+ Learn more at frederick.edu/ILR or contact the institute by phone at 301.846.2561 or e-mail program manager Kelli Ackiewicz at kackiewicz@frederick.edu
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TransIT SUMMER PASSES ARE AVAILABLE
BY KENDALL TIFFANY, COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER, TRANSIT SERVICES OF FREDERICK COUNTY
TransIT Summer Passes are back. Beginning June 1, children ages 4 to 12 and students ages 13 to 22 have been able to use their Summer Kid Pass or Summer Student Pass when boarding TransIT shuttles and Connectors. The passes will be valid until Aug. 31. Learn more about the different passes and where to obtain them below. Summer Kid Pass (ages 4-12) First offered in 2018, the Summer Kid Pass is again available this summer for children ages 4-12. The pass will be free and children who obtain a Summer Kid Pass will receive unlimited rides on all TransIT shuttles and Connectors when accompanied by an adult from June 1 through Aug. 31. Free fare is not eligible without showing a physical pass. The Summer Kid Pass can be obtained at the following locations. When obtaining their passes, children ages 10-12 should show proof of age with a student ID. • TransIT Office, 1040 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays • Frederick County Treasurer’s Office, 30 N. Market St., Frederick: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays
Summer Student Pass (ages 13-22) The Summer Student Pass, also commonly referred to as the Summer Freedom Pass, is a $15 pass for unlimited rides on all TransIT shuttles and Connectors from June 1 through Aug. 31. Summer Student Passes can be purchased on the TransIT mobile ticketing app, Token Transit, by mail, or in person at the locations listed below. Students must have a student ID when boarding the bus and when purchasing the pass. • TransIT Office, 1040 Rocky Springs Road, Frederick: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays • Frederick County Treasurer’s Office, 30 N. Market St., Frederick: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Mondays through Fridays
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+ For more information about TransIT Services of Frederick County, call 301-600-2065, visit the TransIT website at www.FrederickCountyMD. gov/TransIT, like TransIT Services of Frederick County on Facebook, and follow TransIT Services of Frederick County on Twitter @ TransITServices.
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MCLAUCHLANS SAIL INTO FREDERICK to open contemporary art gallery BY LAUREN LAROCCA
Bill and Staci McLauchlan were nomadic visitors to Frederick’s art scene for several years before they became a steady presence in it. The couple, married for some 33 years, opened a contemporary art gallery, District Arts, on North Market Street in the spring, deciding to settle in Frederick after living on a boat for 12 years and frequenting dozens of arts festivals along the East Coast. Their story really starts in 2002, when, after a previous move from Cincinnati to Southern Maryland, they decided they’d take their love of living near the water one step further by living on the water. They sold everything, bought a boat, and lived on it, traveling from the Chesapeake Bay to Florida and the Bahamas during the winter and as far north as Canada. A few years into their boat life, they started doing art shows to supplement their income. “I’d always been a quilter, and I thought we could start selling quilts and fabric pieces,” Staci said. Bill started creating digital images of her fabric pieces, transforming the artwork into digitally manipulated prints, so each piece is created by both of them. While living on the boat, they did 20 to 25 street festivals and art shows each year, one of which was the annual Frederick Festival of the Arts. When they started looking for a place to settle down, Frederick was at the top of their list. “Every year that we came here to the festival, we kept saying to each other what a cool place it is,” Bill said. “We absolutely love it here.” “Even before we were thinking about settling down, we loved it here,” Staci added. “Every time we came, it just felt like home.” They love the walkability, the thriving downtown restaurants and events, and of course the arts scene, which they’re now helping to shape. 46
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The building has a modern, industrial chic aesthetic, with an open ceiling and ductwork. Many people have commented to the McLauchlans that being there makes them feel like they’re in New York City. The space is attached to New Spire Arts (the former Cultural Arts Center building) but unaffiliated with it. That said, the McLauchlans hope to occasionally open their interior doors, which flow into a hallway that connects the gallery to the rest of the building, when other arts events are happening, fostering a synergy between visual and performing arts. When it came time to find artists for the space, the McLauchlans had more than enough to choose from, as they’d made connections with hundreds of artists over the years at festivals. “We thought we’d ask them if they’d be interested in showing work at our gallery,” Staci said. “But then we thought, wait. We want to have a strong local presence as well.” More than 30 artists are represented by District Arts, and roughly a third of them are based in Frederick County, another third regional, another third national. “A number of them have a national reputation, so for them to make a commitment to us is really appreciated,” Bill said. Although all the work is contemporary art, its diversity of mediums and styles is striking: glass, wood, paintings and sculptures fill the space. A variety of work by each artist is thoughtfully displayed in a small area all its own.
The McLauchlans also use movable walls, so they can also hold monthly exhibits in the space without having to remove any of the art by the artists they represent. The exhibits will alternate between solo exhibits and themed group exhibits. When people ask the couple why they started an art gallery instead of retiring and traveling, they say, “We already did that. For 12 years.” As Staci puts it, “This gallery is a way of staying vibrant and engaged, and we’re having a blast.”
+ District Arts 15 N. Market St., Frederick 301-695-4050 districtarts.com
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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 theartistangle.com Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center
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40 S. Carroll St,
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-698-0656 w 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 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 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 brunswickmuseum.org Heritage Frederick
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O 301-663-1188 w frederickhistory.org National Museum of Civil War Medicine
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48 E Patrick St,
Frederick, MD 21701
O 301-695-1864 w 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 frederickymca.org
SPORTS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
O 301-600-1650 w rosehillmuseum.com
Baltimore Chapter – Baltimore Adapted Recreation and Sports (BARS)
Schifferstadt Architectural Museum
O 410-771-4606 w 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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Emmitsburg, MD 21727
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Baltimore
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Annapolis
O 410-266-5722 w crabsailing.org
Disabled Sports USA
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Rockville
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Baltimore
O 301-825-5359 w 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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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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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.
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Washington Monument
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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.
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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
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Chipotle Mexican Grill • IHOP • Kulfi Ice Cream & Italian Ice Matsutake Sushi & Steak • McDonald’s • Mediterranean Grill MOD Superfast Pizza • Noodles & Company Panda Express • Romano’s Macaroni Grill • Starbucks TGI Friday’s • WildBerries Bakery & Juice Bar
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Charming Charlie • Chico’s • Comfort One Shoes Francesca’s • Gymboree • J. Jill • Jos. A. Bank LOFT • Soma Intimates • White House | Black Market
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CHECK OFF YOUR “TO DO’S” BB&T Bank Celebree Learning Centers D&D Cleaners of Mt. Airy Great Clips Mathnasium “Coming Soon” Sandy Spring Bank The UPS Store Tip Top Nails
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FOUNDATION WORKS to save history, for the future The Frederick County Landmarks Foundation is a private nonprofit organization that promotes the preservation of historic sites, structures, natural landmarks and communities of Frederick County, and strives to increase knowledge and appreciation of them. To further its educational mission the foundation not only holds special events that provide the public with a window to Frederick’s historic past, but also shares the knowledge of other historical places in Frederick. The foundation owns the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum. The museum is housed in one of the oldest in Frederick County homes that is one of the best examples in America of how German settlers adapted their traditions to the American frontier. Its distinctively German features led the U.S. Department of the Interior to name it a National Historic Landmark. Visitors to the Schifferstadt may tour the four-bedroom house, including its huge kitchen with a sink that drains outdoors, and go downstairs to the large, barrel-vaulted cellar that served as the refrigerator of the 18th century. Guides will show you around the house and give you more of the story behind this fascinating chapter of American history. The story of Schifferstadt began as part of the great German migration in the 1600s and 1700s when tens of thousands of Germans fled their ravaged native land to seek a better life in America. Joseph and Cathrina Brunner led three generations of their family toward Frederick, and in 1736 most of the Brunner family moved to what is now Frederick County and began farming a 303-acre tract of land. They called it Schifferstadt, after their hometown in the German region of the Palatinate. The Landmarks Foundation also owns one of the most architecturally unique, and oldest known, standing buildings in Frederick County, the Beatty-Cramer House. Located in the Mt. Pleasant District of Frederick County, the Beatty-Cramer House site is home to three structures. The primary building is a combination of the circa-1748 Beatty portion of the house, the circa-1855 Cramer addition, and later renovations. The two outbuildings are an 18th century springhouse and a 19th century smokehouse. It is one of the six most important historical houses in Maryland, according to the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT). In 1987, Orlando Ridout V, Chief of the Office of Survey and Registration for MHT, stated, “I cannot think of any other building that combines so many uncommon features in one place.” The Landmarks Foundation also offers a historic plaques program and a historic homes preservation program. It offers financial grants to qualified homeowners of private residences in the Frederick Town 50
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Historic District. Grants are administered under terms set forth through the Converse Family Endowment Fund held by the Community Foundation of Frederick County. The grants are for renovation or rehabilitation of the front façade of dwellings in keeping with the guidelines of the city’s Historic Preservation Commission. Under the foundation’s plaque program, plaques are awarded to property owners of buildings and structures that are more than 100 years of age, possess historical and/or architectural significance, and retain physical integrity. They recognize and encourage good stewardship. The plaques are black cast iron ovals representing the foundation’s logo. A brass plate, etched with the property’s unique registry number, is affixed to the center. The Schifferstadt Architectural Museum was the first building to be recognized by the program and is registered as plaque #001. A registry of plaque-granted properties is maintained by the foundation. For more information, visit the foundation’s website. 2019 Historic Preservation Awards The Landmarks Foundation of Frederick County has planned its inaugural awards program to celebrate projects and people whose contributions demonstrate excellence in historic preservation in Frederick city and Frederick County. Anyone may nominate individuals, organizations and companies that are most deserving of these honors. Categories include:
Bricks and Mortar Rehabilitation, New Construction, Stewardship, Community Leadership, Craftsmanship, Mayor’s Award, County Executive’s Award Nominations are due by 5 p.m., on July 15. Download submission criteria and nomination forms at fredericklandmarks.org
+ Frederick County Landmarks Foundation 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick 301-668-6088 fredericklandmarks.org PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF VISIT FREDERICK
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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.
301-663-1188 • 24 East Church Street, Frederick, MD 21701 • FREDERICKHISTORY.ORG
TAKE A MOMENT WWW.BRUNSWICKMAINSTREET.ORG
National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-695-1864 civilwarmed.org
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THE ARC OFFERS SWEETS AND SUPPORT at Charlotte’s Coffee House For more than 6o years, The Arc of Frederick County has served children and adults with developmental disabilities and helped them to live enviable lives. Enviable lives are the lives we all lead, filled with purpose and meaning, and with friends and family. The Arc accomplishes this goal by providing services, advocacy and creating supportive communities. A recent program created at The Arc is Charlotte’s Coffee House. It expands The Arc’s mission by creating training opportunities and supporting people to get jobs which, in turn, helps people live and have fun in Frederick, and provides a space for community to come together. The Arc of Frederick County always seeks creative ways to support people with developmental disabilities to be included in their communities, according to Shauna Mulcahy, Director of Community Engagement for The Arc. “In looking at ways that Frederick could be more supportive of people with disabilities, families, students transitioning from school, and adults with disabilities already in the workforce identified that additional vocational training programs would be helpful,” she said. And so, Charlotte’s Coffee House was born. When The Arc purchased the building at 555 S. Market St., in Frederick, operators decided to open Charlotte’s Coffee House in order to offer a culinary training program to support vocational training for people with disabilities. An extra bonus of the program is that it also creates a friendly café with delicious food for everyone in Frederick to enjoy. “Frederick is a booming community with a robust job market especially in the restaurant, catering and hospitality fields,” Mulcahy said. “Many people we serve were interested in locating jobs in the food service industry, but needed additional training that would put them a cut above the rest of people looking for similar jobs.” Charlotte’s is named in honor of Charlotte Glick, a founding member of The Arc of Frederick County.
“Charlotte had a big heart and was strong advocate for the inclusion of people with disabilities,” Mulcahy said. “We felt that creating a coffee shop that brought people with and without disabilities together was a wonderful way to honor her memory.” Charlotte’s Coffee House brews coffee from Frederick’s own Dublin Roasters and serves a variety of freshly made sandwiches and lunchtime snacks. Customers can feed their mood in a variety of festive rooms as they get their caffeine fix and lunch time fill up. The coffee house is run and operated by people with disabilities who are part of a 13-week training program to build vocational skills and make job connections. PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE ARC OF FREDERICK COUNTY
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“The 13-week class rotation is purposely designed so that people served do not view Charlotte’s as a final destination on their job search,” Mulcahy said. “The purpose of the program is training, so that people can get jobs of their choice in the community.” People build skills by taking orders and operating the cash register; preparing, cooking and serving high-quality, tasty food; all while creating a pleasant dining experience for each customer. Charlotte’s is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays through Fridays at 555 S. Market St. Each week, customers can choose from a unique menu that incorporates fresh, seasonal recipes. People can meet in a game room and play games while they eat, or one can fly solo and grab a bite while reading a favorite book, or small groups who are dining in can reserve a meeting space to conduct a business lunch there. Mulcahy said The Arc is “very pleased at the success rate of participants in the Culinary Training Program who enter the workforce.” The Arc has built a partnership with Frederick County Public Schools so that people are connected to jobs within FCPS Food and Nutrition Services following their training. Additionally, people have
secured jobs with restaurants and cafes in Downtown Frederick, at private catering businesses, grocery stores, government agencies and other locations throughout Frederick County. “We are excited about the impact the program has made on people we serve as well as the Frederick community,” she added.
+ Charlotte’s Coffee House 555 S. Market St., Frederick Contact Shauna at 301-663-0909, ext. 140 to reserve a room or for more information. arcfc.org/market/charlottes.html
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EVENTS throughout FREDERICK COUNTY JULY “Mamma Mia!” musical
Through Aug. 24, performances each Friday and Saturday evening and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month. 6 p.m. dinner and 8 p.m. show during evening performances; doors open at 12:30 p.m. for lunch and 2:15 p.m. show for matinees.
, The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick
O 301-662-6600 w www.wayoffbroadway.com In this mega-hit musical, ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
Independence Day Celebration
July 3, 9:30 to 10 p.m. (rain date July 5)
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Brunswick Middle School Complex 301 Cummings Drive, Brunswick
O 301-834-7500 Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks in Brunswick.
Frederick’s 4th: An Independence Day Celebration July 4, noon to dusk Baker Park Band Shell, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick http://www.celebratefrederick.com/events/ fredericks-fourth
Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick
July 6, 3 to 9 p.m.
, Brewer’s Alley Restaurant and Brewery,
O 301-698-8118
124 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-668-8922 w www.marylandghosttours.com Take a journey through Frederick’s gruesome and bloody past, with true, documented stories of the paranormal. Reservations recommended.
Drum Circle at Sky Stage
This motorcycle race is the oldest running dirt track race in America.
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July 6 through Aug. 31, 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays
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O 301-447-6606 w setonshrine.org/civil-war-tour
O 301-662-4190 w www.skystagefrederick.com
Drop in, grab a drum or other percussion instrument, and join in the rhythmic fun of an interactive community drum circle led by Darcy O’Daniel from Noteable Progressions Music Therapy Services. All ages.
Star-Spangled Fireworks Train July 5, 8 p.m.; rain date is July 6
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws Board the train for a ride and spectacular front-row view of the fireworks. Train departs at 8 p.m. from our station. We’ll ride to the end of the line, stop at the carnival grounds where we will get off the train to watch the fireworks at 10 p.m., then take the short ride back to the station. Bring a flashlight and a blanket to sit on. Reservations required.
, Walkersville Carnival Grounds
O 301-788-5173
Civil War Sisters Tour
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
The Barbara Fritchie Classic
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Downtown comes alive with on-the-street entertainment, late-night shopping and dining and something for all ages to enjoy. July and August events celebrate the performing and visual arts.
The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
Walkersville Independence Day Celebration
Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
, Downtown Frederick
July 5 through Oct. 4, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., recurring on the first Friday of each month
The largest Independence Day celebration in Frederick County, in Baker Park & Culler Lake. The tradition features two stages of entertainment along with family-friendly rides, activities, food and fireworks.
July 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
First Saturday
July 5 through Aug. 2, 8:30 to 10 p.m., recurring weekly on Friday
July 5
79 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
w www.walkersvillefire.com/content/carnival Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company Carnival will take place July 1 to 6, with a gigantic fireworks display on July 5. Food, free entertainment and free parking.
Discover how the Sisters made a difference during this pivotal time of the Civil War.
Civil War Walking Tour
July 6 through Oct. 5, recurring monthly from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month.
, Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., Frederick O 301-663-1188 w frederickhistory.org/programs/walking-tours
Walk in the footsteps of Frederick’s past residents and discover their story. Heritage Frederick offers six walking tours with expert guides to lead visitors on their exploration of Downtown Frederick.
Creative Outlet July 6, 3 to 5 p.m.
, The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-698-0656 w delaplaine.org Expand your appreciation of the arts and diverse cultures at this drop-in art program for all ages. Each session allows young people and their families an opportunity to engage in art activities that focus on a different artist from throughout the nation and the world each month.
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July-August-September Dinner Trains
Battlefield Caravan Auto Tour
July 6, 6 to 8 p.m.
July 9, 9 to 11:30 a.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W.
, Monocacy National Battlefield
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws/schedule
O 301-662-3515 w nps.gov/mono/index.htm
Board a richly restored dining car at the train station in Walkersville. Sit back and enjoy fine dining throughout your leisurely two-hour train ride. Advance reservations required.
Transport your mind 155 years back in time to the day of the Battle of Monocacy as rangers provide an in-depth tour of the battlefield. Hear the personal experiences of both soldiers and civilians on that blisteringly hot and violent day and walk in the footsteps of the men who fought valiantly to safeguard their homes and country.
Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704
Frederick and the Battle of Monocacy: A Downtown Frederick Walking Tour
Sky Pop! Presented by the Frederick Arts Council
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, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
July 6, 3 to 4 p.m.
National Museum of Civil War Medicine 48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-695-1864 w civilwarmed.org/event/monocacy-walk Join NMCWM Education Coordinator John Lustrea for a guided walking tour of Downtown Frederick. This program will examine the events in July 1864 when General Jubal Early and a Confederate Army entered Frederick. In a series of rapidly unfolding events leading up to July 9, 1864, Confederate troops inundated Frederick, ransomed the city for $200,000, and began a fight with Union troops stationed three miles south of town.
Frederick’s Civil War Hospitals: Downtown Walking Tour
July 6, noon to 4 p.m.
O 301-662-4190 w 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.
Sky Stage Live Music Series July 6, 7 to 10 p.m.
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Sky Stage Literature Series
July 10 through Oct. 9, 7:30 to 9 p.m., recurring on the second Wednesday of each month
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Poetry and prose writers and writers groups give readings followed by an open mic. Come share your work! Beer and wine available. July 10 event is hosted by the Slant Light Poets Collective, including Wayne Drozynski, Nichole Dowlearn and William Derge.
Summer Gyro Days at Sts. Peter & Paul
July 10 to 16, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
July 6 through Oct. 27, 3 to 4 p.m., recurring weekly on Saturdays and Sundays
Kevin Koa, Carly Harvey & Kiss N’ Ride (blues and soul)
, National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Summer Concert Series
O 301-663-0663 w stspeterpaul.net
, Baker Park Band Shell
Enjoy Greek culinary favorites such as gyros and pastries at this annual celebration of Greek culture presented by Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church.
48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-695-1864 w 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 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.
Red, White and Brew July 6, 2019
, 8 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick O 301-834-5591 w brunswickmainstreet.org
A barbecue bash with music, beer and good times all around.
July 7 to Aug. 25, 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Sundays 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick
O 301-600-2841 w celebratefrederick.com Local and regional performers, from blues and swing to tribute artists. In lieu of admission, canned food and cash donations will be accepted to benefit the Frederick Food Bank.
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Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church 920 W. Seventh St., Frederick
Super Hero Train Excursion
July 10 and 24 and Aug. 7, 21 and 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws Come dressed as your favorite super hero. Train stops in the park for a “bring your own” lunch and a super hero-themed storytime presented by the Frederick County Public Library. Rain or shine.
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Alive @ Five on Carroll Creek
July 11 through Oct. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m.
July 10 through September, 6 to 8 p.m., recurrs the second Wednesday of each month
Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
, Westview Promenade, Buckeystown Pike
O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org/upcoming-events/
and Crestwood Boulevard, Frederick
O 410-561-1300 w shopwestview.com
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Adventure Park USA’s 14th Anniversary Celebration
July 13, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Adventure Park USA 11113 W. Baldwin Road, Monrovia
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O 301-865-6800 w adventureparkusa.com
Happy hour and live music.
All-day fun and fireworks, rides and games.
A variety of family-friendly musical performances in the courtyard near Regal Cinemas.
Summerfest Family Theatre
Sky Stage Live Music Series
Starlight Family Film Festival: “The Greatest Showman”
July 11 through Aug. 15, 10 to 10:45 a.m. on Thursdays
July 13, 7 to 10 p.m.
, Baker Park Bandshell
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
July 11, 7 to 10:30 p.m.
, Natelli Community Center
9023 Harris St., Frederick
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121 N. Bentz St., Frederick
O 301-600-2841 w celebratefrederick.com/events/summerfest- family-theatre
, Sky Stage
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com ILYAIMY (alternative folk).
Pack your blanket or low beach chairs and a picnic and join us for a free evening of fun under the stars. Pre-movie activities begin at 7 p.m. Movies begin at 8:30 p.m.
From clowns and magicians to Emmy Awardwinning musicians and puppeteers, the Summerfest Family Theatre brings entertainment to Frederick youngsters.
Art & Architecture Walking Tour
FAME Open Mic
“Newsies” by Fredericktowne Players
24 E. Church St., Frederick
July 12 through Oct. 11, 7 to 9 p.m., recurs on the second Friday of each month
July 12, 12, 14, 19, 20 and 21, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
, Sky Stage, 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
, Jack B. Kussmaul Theater, 7932
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Whether you are a pro or a novice, this is a welcoming environment for you collaborate, build your skills, and get to know other local artists. Hosted by FAME (Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise). Sign up for a time slot when you arrive.
Opossumtown Pike, Frederick
O 717-919-9985 w ftptheater.com Based on the newsboy strike of 1899, the Disney hit “Newsies” follows the newsboys in London as they welcome two newcomers. When the cost of papers is raised, the boys stage a protest.
July 13 through Oct. 27, 11 a.m. on second Saturdays and 1:30 p.m. on fourth Sundays
, Heritage Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w 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 minute tour.
Boat and Brew Barley and Hops July 13, 10:30 a.m.
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River & Trail Outfitters 604 Valley Road, Knoxville
O 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com Paddle six miles on the Monocacy River surrounded by forests, farmlands and the breathtaking Catoctin Mountains. Complete your adventure with a beer tasting and appetizers at Barley and Hops in Frederick.
Brunswick Block Party July 13, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Frederick County Public Libraries Brunswick Branch, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick
Yoga on the Creek
July 11 through Oct. 18, 7 to 8 a.m. each Thursday and the third Friday of each month
“Fall In Love With Frederick” Electric Bike Tour July 13 and 27, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
O 301-600-7251 w fcpl.org Join us for great food, live music, face painting, and other fun activities for all ages.
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
, Pedego Frederick
Buy Local Bazaar
125 S. Carroll St., Suite 103, Frederick
July 13, 5 to 8 p.m.
O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org
O 301-624-4000 w pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/frederick
, The Common Market
Start your day with free yoga in the amphitheater. All skill levels are welcome and donations are encouraged.
Pedego’s Director of Fun will introduce you to Frederick’s rich history and famous landmarks while guiding you through the city’s most charming neighborhoods. You can sit back and enjoy the ride without having to worry about headwinds or hills. Tours cover over eight miles.
Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
5728 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick
O 301-663-3416 w commonmarket.coop Celebrating local food and local community. Enjoy free samples from local vendors, live music and more.
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, Tenth Ward Distilling Company 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-360-5888 w tenthwarddistilling.com We will be celebrating our anniversary and the the official opening of our Cocktail Lab, Barrel Room, and Whiskey Hall located on East Patrick Street in Downtown Frederick. The entire day will be packed with a ribbon cutting, entertainment, craft cocktails, tastings, workshops, music, games and more.
Jesse James Day
July 13, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 West Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws/schedule Jesse James and his gang are on the loose. Expect an Old West raid on the train. Rides last one hour and 10 minutes.
Bastille Day Celebration July 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
, Elk Run Vineyards
July 19, 7 to 11 p.m., recurs on third Fridays of each month through Oct. 18
O 410-775-2513 w elkrun.com
Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
15113 Liberty Rd, Mount Airy
Celebrate Bastille Day as they do in France with fine wine, local cheeses and produce, and grilled sausages. Enjoy the music of John Durant, who, in traditional costume, will be playing tunes from the US Civil War era and French songs.
Paddle and Pickle
July 14 and Aug. 25, 10 a.m.
, Monocacy National Battlefield
Join River & Trail on one of our staff’s favorite paddles. Then the Sweet Farm will be joining us at the Brunswick Family Campground to host a hands-on class. Rachel Armistead, co-founder of The Sweet Farm, will guide you through the process of brining and fermenting, and show you how to turn the summer bounty into delicious, probiotic pickles.
110 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-600-1630 w fcpl.org
604 Valley Road, Knoxville
O 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and moon rise. Experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening river. No paddling experience or equipment required on this guided six-mile trip on the Potomac River.
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 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com
, C. Burr Artz Public Library
, River & Trail Outfitters
O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org
National Public Lands Day Historic House Tours
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July 16, 7 to 8 p.m.
July 13, Aug. 10 and Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m.
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River & Trail Outfitters 604 Valley Road, Knoxville
Author Event: Eric O’Neill’s “Grey Day”
Sunset/Full Moon Float
Movie Night on the Creek: “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle”
Meet author Eric O’Neill, cybersecurity expert and former FBI counterterrorism and counterintelligence operative whose new book tells the story of how he helped take down notorious FBI mole Robert Hanssen, the first Russian cyberspy. Presented in partnership with Curious Iguana.
July 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick
O 301-662-3515 w nps.gov/mono/index.htm Each historic farm at Monocacy National Battlefield has a unique history. Get a rare peek inside these historic houses, learn about those who lived there, free and enslaved alike, and how years of war shaped their lives. This tour is of the Worthington House.
Summer Reggae Wine Festival July 20 and 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy
O 301-831-5889 w linganorewines.com/events Celebrate the largest and longest running wine festival on the Mid-Atlantic Coast, a relaxing day of listening to live performances while sampling Linganore’s wines, authentic island cuisine and hand-crafted goods from around the world.
Salsa Under the Stars
July 17 through Oct. 16, 7 to 10 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
July 13 through Dec. 14, 6 to 9 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month
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.
Frederick Clay Studio 119 N. East St., Frederick
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Teddy Bear Picnic Train Excursions
Wine & Wheels Car Show
O 301-360-0640 w pottersguildoffrederick.com
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
, Catoctin Breeze Vineyard
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws/schedule
O 240-578-3831 w catoctinbreeze.com/events
Bring your favorite teddy bear and your lunch for an afternoon of fun with Goldilocks on the train. Stop at the Walkersville Community Park for lunch and storytime. Rain or shine.
Featuring classic and modern vehicles from all eras, along with a “Top-Ten Best Cars” competition.
Take a Turn at the Wheel
The Potters’ Guild of Frederick holds an introductory evening at the potter’s wheel, and no experience is necessary. Materials and tools provided.
July 17 and 31 and Aug. 14, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
July 20, noon to 5 p.m.
15010 Roddy Road, Thurmont
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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S \\ African American History Walking Tour
July 20 through Sept. 21, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month
, Roger Brooke Taney House 121 S. Bentz St., Frederick
Sky Stage Comedy Series
July 26 through Oct. 25, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Learn about some of the county’s sites, people, and events through a tour of the local AfricanAmerican community’s historical cultural and civic center.
A series of standup and improv, showcasing regional talent. All ages, but parents/guardians should consider PG-13 content. Beer and wine available.
Twilight Hikes at Monocacy Battlefield July 27, 8 p.m.
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Monocacy Battlefield Gambrill Mill 4801 Urbana Pike, Frederick
O 301-662-3515 Venture through the park with a ranger at twilight and search the trails for wildlife. Each hiking program will meet at the Gambrill Mill. Allow up to two hours for each hike.
A Universe of Stories: Over the Moon July 28, 1 to 4 p.m.
, Urbana Regional Library
9020 Amelung St., Frederick
O 301-600-7000 w fcpl.org Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with fun for all ages. Enjoy a moon bounce, a rocket launch activity, live ‘60s music, and hands-on STEM exploration.
History of Tattoos July 30, 7 to 8 p.m.
, Thurmont Regional Library TRL Community Room, 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont
O 301-600-7200 w fcpl.org Rick Toms of Thurmont’s The Red Canary Tattoo shop shares tattoo history and stories about his life as a tattoo artist.
Fox Haven Farm Tea Tasting
Flying Dog Film Series presents “Jurassic Park”
July 27, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
July 31, 7:30 p.m.
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Fox Haven Farm 3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson
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, Weinberg Center for the Arts
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
O 301-600-7250 w foxhavenfarm.org
O 301-600-2828 w weinbergcenter.org
July 20, 6 to 8 p.m.
34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org Board a restored dining car at the train station in Walkersville. Enjoy a four-course meal, gracious service and the live entertainment of a murder mystery.
Shab Row Third Saturday
July 20 through Sept. 21, 5 to 8 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month
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Everedy Square/Shab Row East and Church streets, Frederick
Tour the garden and enjoy a tea tasting, presented by garden manager and herbalist Lacey Walker.
20 W. Patrick St., Frederick
During a preview tour, a theme park suffers a major power breakdown that allows its cloned dinosaur exhibits to run amok. Rated PG-13.
StarQuest Convention July 27 and 28
, Hampton By Hilton
5311 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick
w starquestconvention.com A family-friendly weekend with a costume contest, celebrity appearances, raffles, panel discussions, trivia games and an after party.
O 301-662-4140 Live Music Series. Bring a picnic basket, a blanket, and spread out on the grassy hillside behind the Shab Row shops for three hours of live music.
Comic Con
July 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
, Clarion Inn Event Center
5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick
O 301-318-4464 w shoffpromotions.com Gold, Silver, Bronze and modern comics for sale by dealers, superhero toys, statues, original art, gaming supplies, anime, and more.
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AUGUST
Brain Freeze
Tour de Frederick
“Young Frankenstein” by Other Voices Theatre
, Potters’ Guild Of Frederick Gallery 14 S. Market St., Frederick
Walkersville Volunteer Fire Hall 79 W. Frederick St., Walkersville
O 301-360-0640 w pottersguildoffrederick.com
O 301-800-7778 w tourdefrederick.com
Enjoy homemade South Mountain Creamery Ice Cream and choose a one-of-a-kind pottery bowl to take home.
Tour de Frederick is a charity bike ride held in Frederick County each year to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County and the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. This beautiful day of riding takes cyclists through the rolling hills of Frederick County, under the famous covered bridges, and alongside beautiful countryside like no other, boasting four separate rides during the Saturday event, the high-wheel bike race that afternoon, and then the Frederick History Ride on Sunday.
Aug. 2 and 3 at 8 p.m., Aug. 4 at 2 and 7 p.m., Aug. 9 at 8 p.m., Aug. 10 at 2 and 8 p.m., Aug. 11 at 2 p.m.
, The Performing Arts Factory
224 Jefferson Street, Frederick
Aug. 3, 2 to 8 p.m.
The hilarious musical adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny 1974 film. Grandson of Victor Frankenstein inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania and with the help of a hunchbacked sidekick and a leggy lab assistant he brings a creature to life to rival his grandfather’s.
First Saturday: Art Attack
, Downtown Frederick
Aug. 10 and 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
O 301-698-8118
, Pedego Frederick
125 S. Carroll St., Suite 103, Frederick
Downtown comes alive with on-the-street entertainment, late-night shopping and dining and something for all ages to enjoy. July and August events celebrate the performing and visual arts.
Aug. 3, noon to 4 p.m.
, Everedy Square & Shab Row in Downtown Frederick
O 301-662-4140 w everedysquare.com Celebrate your four-legged friends. Artisans, makers and bakers on-site will sell pet-related items. Plus Dog/Owner Lookalike contest and Most Talented Pup contest, and a doggie cool-off station.
O 301-624-4000 w pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/frederick Kid’s Club: Frederick Rocks Aug. 3, 10 a.m. to noon
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Mar-Lu View Nursery & Landscaping 3810 Lander Road, Jefferson
O 301-662-6000 w marluview.com If you haven’t heard of Frederick Rocks, then you might be living under a rock! Groups get together and paint one side of a flat rock, and on the other side they write #FrederickRocks. Then they scatter them around Frederick and surrounding areas. Decorate Mexican Beach Buttons and larger Delaware Valley River Stones with gel markers and paint pens at this event.
Dinner Trains
Aug. 3, 6 to 8 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws/schedule Frederick Wine Festival
Board a richly restored dining car at the train station in Walkersville. Sit back and enjoy fine dining throughout your leisurely two-hour train ride. Advance reservations required.
, Carroll Creek Park, with entrances at Market
Starlight Family Film Festival: “Incredibles 2”
Aug. 3, 1 to 5 p.m.
and East streets in Downtown Frederick
Aug. 8, 7 to 10:30 p.m.
O 301-600-2841 w celebratefrederick.com
9023 Harris St., Frederick
Celebrate innovative wineries from across the state.
w fcpl.org/filmfestival
, Natelli Community Center Pack your blanket or low beach chairs and a picnic and join us for a free evening of fun under the stars. Pre-movie activities begin at 7 p.m. Movies begin at 8:30 p.m.
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“Fall In Love With Frederick” Electric Bike Tour
Aug. 3, 3 to 9 p.m.
Dog Days on East Street
Aug. 10 and 11, bike ride times vary
Pedego’s Director of Fun will introduce you to Frederick’s rich history and famous landmarks while you sit back and enjoy the ride without having to worry about headwinds or hills.
Small City Saturday: Why We Love Brunswick Aug. 10
, 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, day-long shopping experiences and culinary delights.
Drunk & Disorderly: Frederick in the Civil War Walking Tour Aug. 10, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
, Heritage Frederick
24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-631-1188 w frederickhistory.org Explore the chaos that encompassed Frederick during the Civil War. Drunk and Disorderly Frederick shares the stories of drink, bloodshed, and mysterious happenings that occurred in town. Ages 13 and up.
Taste Of Linganore: Beer, Wine and Food Festival Aug. 11, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy
O 301-831-5889 w linganorewines.com Presented by Linganore Winecellars and Red Shedman Farm Brewery, this event showcases some of the area’s favorite restauranteurs and caterers, featuring samplings of small plates made with Linganore Wines. Stroll the grounds to shop unique local vendors while enjoying this foodie paradise, paired with great wines and craft beers. Summer 2019 // FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE
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Aug. 14 through Oct. 9, 7:30 to 9 p.m., recurring on the second Wednesday of each month
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Murder Mystery Dinner Train Aug. 17, 6 to 8 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org
Sky Pop! Presented by the Frederick Arts Council Sept. 7, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-662-4190 w skystagefrederick.com
Poetry and prose writers and writers groups give readings followed by an open mic. Come share your work! Beer and wine available.
Board a restored dining car at the train station in Walkersville. Enjoy a four-course meal, gracious service and the live entertainment of a murder mystery.
Key City Steampunk Festival
Antique Car Show
Clarion Hotel & Conference Center 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick
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, Rose Hill Manor Park
1611 N. Market St., Frederick
Frederick Occupied: A Downtown Frederick Walking Tour
O 413-230-9234 w keycitysteampunk.com
O 301-600-2743 w rosehillmuseum.com
, National Museum of Civil War Medicine
Spacemen, dinosaurs, aquanauts, aeronaughts, and world explorers come together in one amazing event!
Antique car show of more than 100 vehicles plus car parts corral, sponsored by the Francis Scott Key Antique Car Club. World War II living history in adjacent areas. Rain date is Aug. 19.
Aug. 16 to 18
Movie Night on the Creek: “50 First Dates”
Aug. 16, 7 to 11 p.m., recurs on third Fridays of each month through Oct. 18
, Carroll Creek Amphitheater
Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org 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.
Movie Night in the Park Aug. 16, 8 p.m.
Aug. 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Birthday Celebration
Sept. 7, 3 to 4 p.m.
48 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-695-1864 w civilwarmed.org Join NMCWM historian John Lustrea on a guided walking tour of Downtown Frederick focused on a crucial week in Frederick’s Civil War history.
Aug. 25, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
, The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg
O 301-447-6606 w setonshrine.org After Mass, around 2:30 p.m., there will be free refreshments and a variety of activities, including games, a magician, silhouette artist and facepainting.
Twilight Hikes at Monocacy Battlefield
, Middletown Park
Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m.
w middletown.md.us
4801 Urbana Pike, Frederick
7628 Coblentz Road, Middletown
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.
, Monocacy Battlefield Gambrill Mill
Ice Cream Social
O 301-662-3515
Sept. 7, 2 to 5 p.m.
Venture through the park with a ranger at twilight and search the trails for wildlife. Each hiking program will meet at the Gambrill Mill. Allow up to two hours for each hike..
, Museum of Frederick County History
National Public Lands Day Historic House Tours
SEPTEMBER
Enjoy an old-fashioned day in this popular annual tradition in the Heritage Garden.
, Monocacy National Battlefield
First Saturday
Corvettes at Westridge Show Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
O 301-662-3515 w nps.gov/mono/index.htm
Sept. 7, 3 to 9 p.m.
, Downtown Frederick
Westridge Square Shopping Center 1005 W. Patrick St., Frederick
Event starts at 7 p.m., movie starts at dark. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for the whole family to watch on Middletown’s giant blow-up movie screen. A variety of foods and snacks will be sold by local vendors.
Aug. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick
Each historic farm at Monocacy National Battlefield has a unique history. Get a rare peek inside these historic houses, learn about those who lived there, free and enslaved alike, and how years of war shaped their lives. This tour is of the Thomas House.
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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.
24 E. Church St., Frederick
O 301-663-1188 w frederickhistory.org
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O 443-622-3057 w fccc.me Hosted by the Frederick County Corvette Club at The 30th Annual Corvettes at Westridge on Saturday, September 7!
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Barnyard Bash
, 8 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick, MD 21716
Green Meadows Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville
Sept. 7
Sept. 14 and 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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O 301-834-5591 w brunswickmainstreet.org
O 301-865-9203 w greenmeadowsevents.com
Enjoy specially-selected wines from Maryland wineries along with samples of premium local chocolates as you stroll through five tasting rooms and eight chocolate stations throughout Brunswick.
“Fall In Love With Frederick” Electric Bike Tour
Sept. 7 and 21, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
, Pedego Frederick
125 S. Carroll St., Suite 103, Frederick
O 301-624-4000 w pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/frederick
Vendors, face painting, food trucks and petting farm.
Tea Time at the Tea Room September 15, 3 to 5 p.m.
Main Street Art & Wine Stroll Sept. 13, 5 to 8 p.m.
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11 Water St., Thurmont, MD 21788
w thurmontmainstreet.com
Pedego’s Director of Fun will introduce you to Frederick’s rich history and famous landmarks while you sit back and enjoy the ride without having to worry about headwinds or hills.
Stroll down Main Street and meet local artists who are setup inside of businesses. Live drawing, wool spinning demonstrations, wine samplings from Catoctin Breeze Vineyard and Detour Winery, live entertainment in Mechanicstown Square from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and more.
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
In the Street
Sept. 7 and 21, 6 to 8 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad
34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org Board a restored dining car at the train station in Walkersville. Enjoy a four-course meal, gracious service and the live entertainment of a murder mystery.
Sept. 14, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Downtown Frederick & Carroll Creek Park, Downtown Frederick
O 301-600-2841 w celebratefrederick.com/events/in-the-street Blocks of themed fun, live entertainment and food, featuring four stages and more than 15 bands spanning Carroll Creek to Seventh Street.
Sky Stage Literature Series
Sept. 11 through Oct. 9, 7:30 to 9 p.m., recurring on the second Wednesday of each month
, Sky Stage
59 S. Carroll St., Frederick
O 301-662-4190, w skystagefrederick.com
Sept. 13 to 21
, Frederick Fairgrounds
797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
O 301-663-5895 w thegreatfrederickfair.com Frederick County’s single largest event, featuring 18,000 competitive exhibits, ranging from livestock, home arts, farm and garden to 4-H/ FFA. A premier showcase for agriculture and education.
8346 High Knob Road, Frederick
O 301-293-4170 w cunninghamgambrill.org Enjoy a traditional tea service, including sandwiches and sweets, with guest speaker Ranger Erik Ledbetter, who will portray George Richter, a young enrollee in the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1935. Through firstperson stories, reminiscences, and questions and answers with the audience, he will share a typical young man’s experience in Mr. Roosevelt’s “Tree Army” during the Great Depression.
“Little Shop of Horrors” by Way Off Broadway Sept. 20 to Nov. 2
, Willowtree Plaza
5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick
O 301-662-6600 w wayoffbroadway.com The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent towards global domination.
Movie Night on the Creek: “Guardians of the Galaxy”
Poetry and prose writers and writers groups give readings followed by an open mic. Come share your work! Beer and wine available. Sept. 11 will be hosted by the Frederick Chapter of Maryland Writers’ Association.
The Great Frederick Fair
, Gambrill State Park
Sept. 20, 7 to 11 p.m., recurs on third Fridays of each month through Oct. 18
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Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Park, Frederick
Market Street Mile Sept. 14, 8:45 a.m.
, Registration and starting line at YMCA 1000 N. Market St., Frederick
O 301-600-2841 w celebratefrederick.com/events/in-the-street/
O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org 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.
market-street-mile
One-mile run down Market Street, designed for beginners and experts alike, with various heats including Women’s Mile, Men’s Mile, Family Run and more.
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Fall Festival at Winterbrook Farms
Frederick’s Oktoberfest
, Winterbrook Farm
, Frederick Fairgrounds
O 301-465-3801 w winterbrookfarmsmd.com
O 240-599-0660 w frederickoktoberfest.org
Maryland’s largest corn maze, ziplines, farm animals and more. Reserve a private campfire for your group to enjoy roasting marshmallows over the fire.
Bratwurst, Oktoberfest beer, German wines, dancing, music, children’s events and more.
Sep. 21 through Nov. 3 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m. 13001 Creagerstown Road, Thurmont
Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch Farm Festival
Sept. 21 through Oct. 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
, Jumbo’s Pumpkin Patch
6521 Holter Road, Middletown
O 301-371-6874 w jumbos.org Hayrides to the pumpkin patch and corn maze, petting zoo, pony rides, snacks and shopping in the General Store and Craft Attic.
Sept. 27 from 6 to 10 p.m. and Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick
Civil War Train
September 28, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
, Walkersville Southern Railroad, 34 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville
O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org/ws
Art at the Point Festival
Union and Confederate re-enactors on the steam train and in the bushes trackside. Caution! There will be the sound of gunfire with skirmishes along the line and a mock battle at the park. Reservations recommended.
, Point of Rocks Community Commons Park,
Glade Valley Maze and Pumpkin Patch
Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
3700 Commerce St., Point of Rocks
O 240-285-1647 w pointofrocks.org/art Celebrate the arts and cultural heritage of southern Frederick County with artist vendors, live music, a children’s area and food. This year’s event takes place at the newly completed Point of Rocks Community Commons Park, west of the historic train station.
Sept. 28 through Nov. 3 on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
, Glade Valley Farms
9201 Liberty Road, Frederick
O 301-624-1584 Five-acre corn maze, plus a pumpkin patch, corn shooter, small petting zoo and food onsite.
Mystery & Myths of Lee’s Lost Orders Sept. 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
, Monocacy National Battlefield 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick
O 301-662-3515 w nps.gov/mono/index.htm Did you know General Robert E. Lee’s army camped on this battlefield before it was a battlefield? Learn about this, and the infamous “Lost Orders” of the 1862 Maryland Campaign, which resulted in the battles of South Mountain and Antietam.
Gran Fondo Maryland Sept. 22, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
, Baker Park, near Edward P. Thomas Pool , 500 Fleming Ave., Frederick, Frederick
O 404-906-5566 w granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo- maryland
The race will start in downtown Frederick and travel through several different state parks, municipal forests, protected watersheds, and the Catoctin Mountain Park. After exploring this incredible region, riders will return to downtown Frederick and be welcomed with great food, beverage, and a raffle that provides the chance to win prizes.
Heritage Festival
Boat and Brew Smoketown
Sept. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sept. 29, 10 a.m.
, 31 W. Main St., Middletown, MD 21769
River & Trail Outfitters 604 Valley Road, Knoxville
O 301-371-6171 w middletown.md.us
It’s not unusual to see three generations of families in the parade (10 a.m.), eating at their favorite vendor or trying out a new activity. Vendors galore, food and live music all day.
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O 301-834-9950 A guided whitewater rafting trip with up to Class III rapids down the Shenandoah River. After the paddle, enjoy the taste of craft beer at the Smoketown Brewing Station only minutes away in Brunswick.
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IN THE CITY… OF BRUNSWICK
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When riding along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Towpath, which connects Pittsburgh to Cumberland to Washington, D.C., cyclists sometimes are in need of emergency repairs for flat tires or gear adjustments. For those whose needs occur as they pass near Brunswick, Three Points Cycle, a bicycle shop located on West Potomac Street, is their destination. Co-owner Adam Wyatt, who lives less than two blocks from the store, will often come in to the shop during off hours to help stranded cyclists to get back on the trail, and he’s “happy to do it,” he says. During regular hours, one of the most popular services the shop offers is basic tune-ups. Owning the shop for about a year and a half, Wyatt notes he loves to ride on the towpath and the River’s Edge Trails near Brunswick Middle School. “I ride whenever and wherever I can,” he says. “I actually am on a bicycle a lot more often than I am in a car. ... Every cyclist I know just loves being outdoors in general and what a beautiful area to be outdoors in, with the Potomac River, the Appalachian Trail and the tubing opportunities.”
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Brunswick, located in the southwestern region of Frederick County, was originally home to the Susquehanna tribe, with the first settlement established by Europeans in the late 1720s. The city began to flourish in the 1800s, especially when the canal was built in the 1830s and the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad decided to relocate its railyard there toward the end of the century. After going by various names including Barry, Eel Pot and Mary Peep O Day, eventually folks settled on Brunswick, giving a nod to the town in Germany that many rail workers originally called home. Today, the city is home to more than 6,000 residents and continues its railroad tradition as a stop on the MARC train route from Martinsburg, W.Va., to Washington, D.C. Many people meander to Brunswick to catch the train during the workweek, but you’ll find even more people come to enjoy the city’s outdoor summer activities. Open this year from March 29 to Nov. 3, the Brunswick Family Campground has more than 100 campsites available for RVs and tents, and also offers basic cabins for rent. Located on a quiet area of land between the towpath and the Potomac River, the site is perfect for those looking to make s’mores, sit by a campfire and see some wildlife. Folks should not stay up too late because River & Trail Outfitters, on the campground site, offers a bevy of outdoor activities to
take advantage of the area. For those looking to beat the heat by hitting the water, the company offers whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking and river tubing adventures. Options include rentals as well as guided tours and lessons. If dry land is your preference, biking and hiking rentals, tours and shuttles are available. Folks may also want to check out their 840-foot zip lining course located in nearby Knoxville. PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF VISIT FREDERICK
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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:
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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:
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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 MAYOR
O 301-712-4137
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122 W. Potomac St.
O 301-834-7178
Towpath Creamery
Brunswick Service Center
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12 S. Maple Ave.
98 Souder Rd.
Boxcar Burgers
O 301-969-6480
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Wing N Pizza Shack
C.M. Bloomers
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12 S. Maple Ave.
O 202-642-1902
100 Souder Rd
The Hive
O 301-834-5555
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SHOPS
318 Petersville Rd.
O 301-696-6506 King’s Pizza
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215 W. Potomac St.
O 301-834-9999
Term expiring August 2020 Jeffrey T. Snoots
New China Chinese Restaurant
MAYOR PRO TEM
O 301-834-4444
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66 Souder Rd.
Term expiring August 2022 John Dayton
Penny’s Diner
COUNCIL MEMBERS
O 240-772-9099
Terms expiring August 2020 Vaughn Ripley, Tom Smith, Angel White Terms expiring August 2022 Nathan Brown, Andrew St. John
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Potomac Street Grill
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31 E. Potomac St.
O 301-969-0548 Stroker’s BBQ
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6 W. Potomac St.
O 301-712-4137
American Tattoo Studio
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1434 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-8335 Antiques N’ Ole Stuff
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25 E. Potomac St.
O 703-887-1244 Blue Ridge Automotive
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218 Petersville Rd.
O 301-969-0088
O 301-834-8006 76 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-8200 Jerry’s Liquors
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30 Petersville Rd.
O 301-834-7133 Niningers Tire and Auto Center
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302 Petersville Rd.
O 301-834-9855 R & R Guns and Ammo LLC
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52 Souder Rd.
O 301-969-0812
Brunswick Auto Repair
Three Points Cycle on the C & O Canal Trail
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1434 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-7863
5 W. Potomac St.
O 301-834-7199
Brunswick Barber Shop
Tri State Liquors
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56 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-5420
96 Souder Rd.
O 301-834-4448
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Those looking to exercise only their tastebuds or just refuel from outdoor adventures may head to Downtown Brunswick where even the pickiest eaters can find something to enjoy. Towpath Creamery will help guests beat the summer heat with cool treats such as ice cream scoops, sundaes, cookie-wiches, floats and milkshakes. The spot even offers a frozen treat for dogs known as the pupcup. The ice cream comes from the Chambersburg, Pa.-based Trickling Springs Creamery and includes seasonal flavors as well as traditional favorites such as vanilla, chocolate, salted caramel, butter pecan and strawberry. The creamery shares a space with Boxcar Burgers, which uses grass-fed beef raised at family farms in the area in their popular burgers. Those looking for some libations may head to Smoketown Brewing Station housed inside the former home of the Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company. Inside folks will find an on-site brewery with a tasting room ready to serve samples, pints and growlers of flavors such as Berlin Brown and Potomac IPA. On warm days, grab a spot on their patio and sample from their pub fare and snacks menu. After losing its downtown facility on Super Bowl Sunday due to a fire, Stroker’s BBQ decided to forgo a brick-and-mortar store in favor of a food truck that travels to a variety of locations in the area including wineries and beer festivals. “It’s weird how opportunities open up when you no longer have a storefront,” says co-owner Beth Johnson. PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF TOWPATH CREAMERY AND BOXCAR BURGERS
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Some of Stroker’s bestsellers include baked bacon mac and cheese, ribs, pulled chicken and pulled pork sandwiches in the Carolina style. “Our meats are not pre-sauced so you can choose to go spicy or sweet,” she says, noting all of their sauces are homemade. As of early June, Johnson said she was looking to establish regular days when the food truck would be in Brunswick; check out Stroker’s Facebook and Instagram pages for updates. For those who need a summer activity but prefer air-conditioning, the Frederick County Public Libraries’ Brunswick branch offers a welcome retreat filled with books, movies, magazines and kids’ launchpad tablets. “The library is a great place to come because everything inside of it is free which is always really nice and we offer so much,” Jenny Diaz, Brunswick branch administrator. “We have programs and events happening all the time. ...We really are a place for people to connect.” Story times for younger readers occur Mondays through Fridays along with special event programming for all ages thanks to FCPL’s annual summer reading challenge. The library will also host the Community Action Agency’s summer lunch program from noon to 1 p.m. on weekdays, for ages 3 to 18. The program includes a free lunch, craft and activity through Aug. 23. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF VISIT FREDERICK
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The annual Brunswick Block Party for all ages will take place 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 13, and features events both inside and outside, such as a bounce house, live music, crafts and games with prizes.
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Many parents worry about their children regressing academically during the summer months away from school. “Reading is the best way to help the summer slide,” Diaz says. “Study after study shows that really any reading helps. Whether that is a five-minute picture book before bedtime, whether it is flipping through a magazine, whether it is reading an ebook on a device, reading is what helps.” Once you are ready to go back outside again after cooling down, the library has a dozen fishing rods with tackle boxes that may be checked out through a partnership with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. “That is something over the summer that is very popular and really fun,” Diaz says. “When people come back to return the fishing rods we always ask if we can see pictures of whatever they caught.”
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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
,
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
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300A S. Seton Ave.
O 301-600-6300 w www.emmitsburgmd.gov LIBRARY Frederick County Public Libraries Emmitsburg Branch
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300A S. Seton Ave.
O 301-600-1630 w www.fcpl.org PHOTOGRAPH BY SPENCE PHOTOGRAPHICS
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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
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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
LIBRARY
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
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201 E. Patrick St.
O 301-662-2131 College Estates Station
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1301 W. Seventh St.
O 301-662-6115 Tuscarora
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5709-A Tuscarora Rd.
O 301-874-2303 TOWN PARKS Baker Park
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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
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110 E. Patrick St.
City Recreation Department
Baker Park Swimming Pool
O 301-663-5666 Diggs Memorial Pool
O 301-600-6364
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
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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
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Frederick
O 301-898-7100 Frederick
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Grace Community Church
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-473-5253
O 301-473-4337
Frederick
O 301-473-4737
Ambassador Baptist Church
Frederick Church of Christ
Hope Christian Fellowship Church
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-620-7729
Frederick
O 301-662-5789
Adamstown
O 301-874-5838
Faith Baptist Church
First Church of Christ Scientist
Emmanuel Trinity Lutheran Church
,
,
,
Knoxville
O 301-834-7755
Frederick
O 301-662-7852
Frederick
O 301-624-5838
First Baptist Church of Frederick
Jefferson United Church of Christ
Church of the Nazarene
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-473-8283
Jefferson
O 301-473-8262
Frederick
O 301-663-6271
First Missionary Baptist Church
Edgewood First Church of God
Frederick Christian Fellowship
,
,
,
Frederick
O 301-662-3110
Frederick
O 301-682-5007
Frederick
O 301-620-2255
Frederick Baptist Temple
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
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 thefrederickguide.com
Walkersville
Unity in Frederick
,
Frederick
O 301-846-0868 Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church
,
,
Frederick
O 301-620-2255 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
,
,
Frederick Christian Fellowship
,
Harvest Christian Fellowship
O 301-662-0206 SURE Fellowship Church
Korean Emmanuel Church
Frederick
Frederick
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church
O 301-360-9581
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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
Frederick
O 301-663-0663 Apostolic Lighthouse United (Pentecostal Church)
,
Frederick
O 301-473-8788 Victory Christian Center
,
Frederick
O 301-473-5253 Faith Reformed Presbyterian
,
Frederick
O 301-662-0662 Frederick Presbyterian
,
Frederick
O 301-663-5338 Good News Presbyterian
,
Frederick
O 301-473-7070 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 Evangelical Reformed Church United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
O 301-662-2762
Faith United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
O 301-695-6550 Grace Trinity United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
O 301-662-2088 Grace United Church of Christ
,
Frederick
O 301-662-3312 Araby United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-694-8772 Asbury United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-663-9380 Brook Hill United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1727 Buckeystown United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-874-2313 Calvary United Methodist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1464 Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-663-5273 Flint Hill United Methodist
,
Adamstown
O 301-874-0890 Hopehill United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-874-1166 Jackson United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 601-694-7315 Linganore United Methodist
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Union Bridge
O 410-795-1291 Mount Carmel United Methodist
,
Frederick
O 301-662-1303 Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church
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Ijamsville
O 301-865-5443 Trinity United Methodist Church
,
Frederick
O 301-662-2895 Salvation Army
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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
Middletown Municipal Center
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31 W. Main St.
Median household income:
O 301-371-6171 w Middletown.md.us
$125,227
LIBRARY
Residents under age of 5:
Frederick County Public Libraries Middletown branch
6 percent
,
Residents under age of 18: 27 percent
People aged 65 years or older: 11 percent Language other than English spoken in the home: 9.1 percent
ELECTED OFFICIALS BURGESS
John D. Miller (Serving his fourth four-year term, expiring in 2020)
TOWN COMMISSIONERS (Serving 4-year terms) Larry K. Bussard Thomas S. Catania Richard L. Dietrick Jennifer J. Falcinelli Christopher I. Goodman
101 Prospect St.
O 301-600-7560 w fcpl.org FOOD AND RESTAURANTS Aleko’s Village Cafe
,
11670 Old National Pike
O 301-882-7889 Asian Cafe
,
7 N. Church St.
O 301-371-5988 Cinco De Mayo
,
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 Dunkin Donuts
,
200 Middletown Parkway
O 240-490-8681
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Fratelli’s Italian and Seafood
Valley Grill Sports Bar
,
,
200 Middletown Parkway
O 301-371-4000 The Main Cup
,
SHOPS
14 W. Main St.
Classic Barber Shop
O 301-371-4433
,
More Ice Cream
,
205 S. Church St.
O 240-674-6747
13 W Main St.
Gladhill Furniture Company
O 240-490-5337
,
James Gang Pizzeria
,
50 Glenbrook Dr.
O 301-371-0400
10 Walnut St.
O 301-371-6800
809 E. Main St.
O 301-371-7777
Middletown Sportsland
Schroyer’s Tavern at Maryland National Golf Club
,
O 301-371-4242
,
Middletown Pharmacy
8836 Hollow Rd.
O 301-371-0000
,
108 W. Main St.
4317 Old National Pike
O 301-371-8145
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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
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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
,
Rohersville, MD
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
,
Myersville, MD
O 301-293-1401
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
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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
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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
TownOfNewMarket.org
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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
Hilltop Convenience and Liquors
Santa Fe Trading Company
, 10519 Old National Pike
O 301-305-0571
O 301-865-3354
, 33 W. Main St. Smith Tavern Antiques
Jim’s House of Music
, 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
, 26 W. Main St. O 301-882-4293
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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
$68,043
People under the age of 5: 5.3 percent
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
,
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
URBANA Nestled in the southeastern section of the county near major arteries such as Interstate 270 and Md. Routes 355 and 80, Urbana has become a haven for Montgomery County residents looking to move north and Frederick or Pennsylvania folks aiming to be closer to Washington, D.C., yet still live in a quiet, country setting. Villages of Urbana and Urbana Highlands subdivisions comprise the largest communities. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the Urbana region has more than 9,000 residents, and that number is still climbing.
TOWN FACTS
Centerville Recreation Center
*Data from 2010 U.S. Census
O 301-600-1646
Population 9,175 Number of households 2,804
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3601 Carriage Hill Drive
HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS Villages of Urbana
Median age 33.4 years
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People under the age of 5 10.5%
Urbana Highlands
People 16 years and older 67.3%
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www.villagesofurbana.net www.urbana-highlands.com
People aged 65 years and older 4%
RESOURCES
RECREATION
Frederick County Public Libraries / Urbana Branch
Worthington Manor Golf Club
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8329 Fingerboard Road
O 301-874-5400 Urbana Community Park
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3636 Urbana Pike
Urbana District Park
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3805 Urbana Pike
thefrederickguide.com
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9020 Amelung St.
O 301-600-7000 w www.fcpl.org
Urbana Senior Center
, 9020 Amelung St. O 301-600-7020 w www.frederickcountymd.gov/318/
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iSTOCKPHOTO.COM / WILLIAM SHERMAN
Median household income:
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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
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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Brunswick
O 301-834-8632
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3673 Petersville Road
Knoxville
O 301-834-8290
O 301-834-8300
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
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Frederick County Public Libraries Walkersville Branch
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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
Libertytown Volunteer Fire Company
GROCERY STORE
St. John's United Church of Christ
O 301-898-9193
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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
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Woodsboro
St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
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Union Bridge
O 301-898-5111
CHURCHES
Woodsboro Evangelical Lutheran Church
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O 301-845-4533
Chapel Lutheran Church Walkersville
O 301-845-2332
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Woodsboro
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