City & County Guide - 2025

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CITY & COUNTY 2025 CONTENTS

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FREDERICK on the cover FREDERICK COUNTY IS FORTUNATE TO HAVE TWO RIVERS, THE POTOMAC AND MONOCACY, TO PROVIDE A BRUSH WITH NATURE.

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ARTS & CULTURE GALLERIES AGRITAINMENT PARKS SPORTS TEAMS

22 LOCAL FARE 24 RESTAURANT LISTINGS 30 WINE, BEER & SPIRITS 34 FARMERS MARKETS

38 HISTORY 40 LANDMARKS 43 TOURS

46 COMMUNITY 48 51 52 56

LOCAL GOVERNMENT TOP 10 EMPLOYERS SCHOOLS & LIBRARIES ORGANIZATIONS

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out & about

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from pretty parks, to the fine arts, frederick is amazing Frequently, visitors and residents alike wish they could be in two places at the same time because there is so much to do in the Frederick area.

Do you take in a theater production, or do you stand on the banks of a river in the moonlight and count the blinking fireflies?

Fire in Ice

Frederick is a welcoming place for the arts, including venues for music and theater, art galleries and an everincreasing offering of public art, from sculptures to murals on buildings. You may even see an artist with an easel and a fistful of brushes painting the breathtaking scenery.

Local parks are built around our natural wonders, including South and Catoctin mountains and the Potomac and Monocacy rivers. A section of the famed Appalachian Trail also runs through the county and we have a zoo.

Mountain City Elks Parade

No doubt about it, Frederick is the place to be out and about.

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out & about arts & culture

Cultural Offerings Add to the Frederick Community Exposure to art, music, writing and theater is necessary to the life of a community. Frederick is fortunate to be rich in these cultural offerings, whether it’s an internationally known musician appearing at the Weinberg Center for the Arts, a play performed by local actors and written by a Frederick playwright, or artwork displayed at the Delaplaine Arts Center.

Lester Bowie

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arts & culture LEADING EDGE ACADEMY OF DANCE 1306 W. Patrick St., Suite 5A www.lead-dance.com MID-MARYLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 5901 Enterprise Court 301-694-5105, www.mmpac.com 12 W. Main St., New Market 301-865-1212

DANCE STUDIOS 24/7 DANCE STUDIO 482-A Prospect Blvd., Frederick 301-846-4247 www.24-7dancestudio.com

YMCA OF FREDERICK COUNTY 1000 N. Market St. 301-663-5131 Green Valley Branch 11791 Fingerboard Road, Monrovia 301-607-6900 www.frederickymca.org

DOWNTOWN PIANO WORKS 74 S. Market St. 301-631-1234 www.downtownpianoworks.com FREDERICK ACOUSTIC MUSIC ENTERPRISE www.frederickacoustic.org FREDERICK CHILDREN’S CHORUS www.fredcc.org FREDERICK CHORALE P.O. Box 3009, Frederick, 21705, www.frederickchorale.org

MUSIC

BALLROOM DANCE IN FREDERICK 7313 Grove Road www.ballroomdanceinfrederick.com

BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Orchestra Series at the Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St., www.bsomusic.org

BETTIE JANE’S CENTER OF DANCE ART 6408 Mount Phillip Road, Frederick 301-473-5354, www.bjcda.com

CHORAL ARTS SOCIETY OF FREDERICK P.O. Box 1422, Frederick www.casof.org

CENTER STAGE PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY 2904 Black Acre Circle, Mount Airy, 301-829-5010

CLUSTERED SPIRES CHORUS www.clusteredspires.org

Frederick Children’s Chorus

DANCE UNLIMITED 244-B S. Jefferson St., Frederick 301-6623722 www.danceunlimitedfrederick.com DEE BUCHANAN STUDIO OF DANCE 207-G S. Church St., Middletown 301-371-4228, www.dbdance.com DANCE DYNAMICS 1671 Monument Road, Myersville 301-293-2821 www.dancedynamics maryland9.com ELOWER-SICILIA PRODUCTIONS OF DANCE AND MUSIC 15 Water St., Thurmont 301-271-7458, www.espdance.com ELITE FEET DANCE STUDIO 253 E. 4th St., Frederick 301-620-9099 www.elitefeetstudio.com FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO Francis Scott Key Mall, Frederick 240232-2329 www.fredastaire.com/frederick FREDERICK SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL BALLET 36 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-662-9441 www.frederickclassicalballet.net FUSION FITNESS AND DANCE 25 E. Frederick St., Walkersville 301-845-2482, www.fusionfitanddance.com

Endangered Species (Theatre) Project

ENDANGERED SPECIES (THEATRE) PROJECT In addition to producing the Frederick Shakespeare Festival that is held each summer, the. Endangered Species (Theatre) Project also has a mission to “bring enjoyment and understanding through live theater that proactively focuses on diverse representation.” The group does this by “giving voice to forgotten plays and playwrights, producing plays that increase representation of women over age 40 and other historically excluded artists on the stage, and making vital connection between people of all generations.” www.esptheatre.org

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arts & culture OTHER VOICES THEATRE 244 S. Jefferson St., Frederick 301-6623722 www.othervoicestheatre.org SKY STAGE 59 S. Carroll St., 301-662-4196 WAREHOUSE CINEMAS 1301 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-791-1221 (x104) www.warehousecinemas.com WAY OFF BROADWAY DINNER THEATRE & CHILDREN’S THEATRE 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick 301-6626600 www.wayoffbroadway.com WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-600-2828, www.weinbergcenter.org

Monocacy Field Music

MONOCACY FIELD MUSIC

VISUAL ARTS

Claude Bauer, co-founder of Monocacy Field Music, a volunteer group of musicians that plays at Civil War sites and observances, began as a reenactor. A long-time lover of music, however, he decided to create the Frederick-based musical group with its Union-era uniforms and fifes and drums. “We were formed primarily to support programs at Monocacy National Battlefield. But we also do other events like for the National Museum of Civil War Medicine,” he was quoted in Frederick Magazine.

FREDERICK CAMERA CLIQUE 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick 301-698-0656 Ext 399 www.frederickcameraclique.org

From morning call to supper and even when someone was going to get punished, they would just stand there and play all day, every day, regardless of the weather,” Baur says of the musicians. “It could be 6 degrees or 96 degrees outside. It didn’t matter…We want to tell their story and also help keep the music alive.”

J. B. KUSSMAUL THEATRE AT FREDERICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick 301-846-2513

FREDERICK EXPERIMENTAL MUSIC ASSOCITION, LLC 7215 Rainbow Lane, Frederick, 21702, www.pointofdeparture.org FREDERICK FLUTE CHOIR www.frederickflutechoir.com

MARYLAND ENSEMBLE THEATRE 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-694-4744 www.marylandensemble.org

FREDERICK REGIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA www.fryo.org

NEW SPIRE STAGES 15 W. Patrick St. www.newspirearts.org

FREDERICK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA www.fredericksymphony.org

THEATER THE FUN COMPANY 31 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-694-4744 www.marylandensemble.org

PHOTO COURTESY DEANNA KINZIEL

THE VALLEY JAZZ COLLECTIVE Supported by the Frederick Arts Council www.frederickartscouncil.com

FREDERICK COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick www.fcaa.wildapricot.org

MULTI-DISCIPLINE ARTS GROUPS FREDERICK ART CLUB 40 S. Carroll St. www.frederickartclub.com FREDERICK ARTS COUNCIL, INC. 7 N. Market St., Frederick 301-662-4190 www.frederickartscouncil.org FREDERICK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS, INC. C/o Frederick Arts Council 7 N. Market St., Frederick 301-662-4190 www.frederickartscouncil.org

FREDERICK TOWN FIFE AND DRUM fredericktownfifeanddrum@gmail.com TRINITY BRASS 703 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-662-2895

FREDERICK BOOK ARTS CENTER 127 S. Carroll St., Frederick www.frederickbookarts.org

NEW SPIRE ARTS STAGES 15 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-620-4458 www.newspirearts.com THE WEINBERG CENTER FOR THE ARTS 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick 301-600-2828 www.weinbergcenter.org THE Y ARTS CENTER 115 E. Church St., Frederick www.frederickymca.org Sky Stage

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Out & ABout Galleries

DOWNTOWN FREDERICK ART TRAIL Public art is embraced in Frederick, especially the creations of artist William Cochran with his Angels in the Architecture murals on buildings throughout Downtown and the Community Bridge on Carroll Creek. His style is lifelike trompe l’oeil (French for “fool the eye”). Yemi, another public art contributor, created portraits of noteworthy people in local history that are featured on the McCutcheon’s building, also near Carroll Creek.

Public Art Trail, a walking tour of public art in Downtown Frederick, is hosted by Visit Frederick.

The tour includes 17 stops along a two-mile route with two additional locations as part of the Uptown Art Walk. A printed guide is available at the Frederick Visitor Center, 151 S. East St. www.visitfrederick.org

Moran Knife Museum

BLADESMITH & ARTISAN ACADEMY IN MIDDLETOWN The W.F. Moran Bladesmith & Artisan Academy, 4246 Old National Pike, Middletown, opened its doors several feet from the shop in which William Moran had for years created knife masterpieces that were owned worldwide. The state-of-the-art facility features a large forging hall as well as a classroom to teach a variety of blade smithing techniques and other types of artisan crafts, including leatherwork, silver inlay and woodworking.

The idea for the academy came after Moran’s death in 2006. The shop includes a museum featuring displays of his knives and awards. www.williammoranmuseum.com www.frederickartscouncil.org THE ARTISTS GALLERY (TAG) www.theartistsgalleryfrederick.com

Valley Craft Network Studio Tour

The Middletown and Pleasant Valley area is the setting for professional artists and craftspeople who work from home studios to form the Valley Craft Network. For the past 41 years the group has hosted a Studio Tour, always held the weekend before Thanksgiving, to allow visitors to enjoy the scenery of back roads as well as experience the one-of-a-kind art being created.

THE ARTISTANGLE GALLERY 565 E. Church St., Frederick, 240-285-3758 www.theartistangle.com BARNSTONE STUDIOS, LLC 202-A E. Main St., Thurmont 301-788-6241 THE BLANCHE AMES GALLERY Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Frederick 4880 Elmer Derr Road www.frederickuu.org BRAVURA ARTS & FRAMING 428 N. Market St., 301-662-5400 www.bravuraarts.com

DELAPLAINE ARTS CENTER 40 S. Carroll St., 301-698-0656 www.delaplaine.org EASTSIDE ARTISTS’ GALLERY 313 E. Patrick St., Frederick www.eastsideartistsgallery.com FREDERICK ARTS COUNCIL 1 N. Market St., Frederick www.frederickartscouncil.org FREDERICK BOOK ARTS CENTER 127 S. Carroll St., Frederick www.frederickbookarts.org GWC ART STUDIO 328 E. Patrick St., 301-639-6657 www.gwc-artwork.com

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galleries GALLERY 115 Y Arts Center, 115 E. Church St. www.frederickymca.org GASLIGHT GALLERY 118 E. Church St. www.GaslightArt.com GRIFFIN ART CENTER 437 N. Market St., 888-666-0804 www.griffinartstudio.com HODSON AND WHITAKER GALLERIES Hood College, 401 Rosemont Ave. www.hood.edu MARY CONDON HOGSON ART GALLERY Frederick Community College, 7932 Opossumtown Pike 301-846-2513, www.frederick.edu MCGUIRE FINE ARTS GALLERY AND FRAMING 29 E. Patrick St., 301-695-6567 www.mcguirefinearts.com NOMA GALLERY 437 N. Market St., 240-367-9770 www.nomagalleryfrederick.com POTTERS GUILD OF FREDERICK 14 S. Market St. 301-360-0640 www.pottersguildoffrederick.com REBECCA PEARL GALLERY 24 W. Main St., Emmitsburg 301-447-1911 www.rebeccapearl.com THE THOMAS H. AND MARY K. WILLIAMS ART GALLERY The Delaplaine Fine Arts Center Mount St. Marys University, 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg www.msmary.edu TOBY MENDEZ STUDIOS 19419 Frog Eye Road, Knoxville tobymendezstudios@earthlink.net WOMEN’S CENTER ART GALLERY AT FREDERICK HEALTH 7211 Bank Court, Frederick www.fmh.org/crestwoodart

BREEZY ART ALONG THE CREEK One of Frederick’s most ambitious public art projects, the Carroll Creek Kinetic Art Promenade, continues to grow with the installation and planned additions of more sculptures anchored in the creek that move about in the breeze.

Carroll Creek Kinetic Art Promenade was founded by Bernard Gouin on behalf of the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek in 2020. In spring of that year, the first three sculptures were installed, with more added each year. The project is a privately funded nonprofit organization and all sculptures are privately funded.

More information about Carroll Creek Kinetic Art Promenade can be found at carrollcreekkineticart.org

Mural Brightens East 6th Street Even in the gloomiest winter days, there’s a splash of vibrant color to gladden your heart at The Center Sound Mind Body at 28 E. 6th St., where local artist Ronald Layman created an outdoor mural that incorporates blue skies and water lilies. One admirer of the art says it makes her feel peaceful.

The Center, which offers Pilates, yoga, sound therapy and wellness sessions, is owned by Maren Good and Michael Unger, who came up with the design that Layman executed. “I originally wanted something with a gong-like image” reflecting their services, Good says, “but you can’t promote your business,” according to local public art regulations.

Instead, Good went with the idea of “bringing Downtown to uptown,” with a depiction of the Community Bridge in Carroll Creek Park. A mandala on the bridge that’s reflected in the water is a “concept of what we share collectively.” She says Layman expressed it as “bringing the good vibes [of the practice] inside, outside.”

The Frederick Arts Council wanted the mural to encompass the entire wall, Good says, as well as wrapping around the building’s corner. A heron is featured on this portion as a nod to the bird’s Baker Park habitat.

Layman started the project during the summer, finishing last December, and could be seen atop a scaffold under a blazing summer sun with his brushes and a wide-brimmed hat. “All the time people were stopping and complimenting, or they were just curious,” says the fourth-generation artist. Although he has created interior murals, “this is my first big mural in Frederick that people see.”

Over 70 Show at the Delaplaine If it’s August, it’s the Over 70 Show at the Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, where the artworks by artists age 70 and up are showcased.

With a more than 20-year history, the show continues to grow, with hundreds of artists throughout the region taking part. The show offers a wide variety of styles, techniques and interests.

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out & about AGRITAINMENT Numerous farms and orchards provide an opportunity for folks to pick-your-own, whether it’s strawberries in the spring, blueberries in summer, pumpkins and apples in the fall and finally in December when they can cut their own Christmas tree. Fall is an especially busy time of the year with an abundance of weekend

Numerous farms and orchards provide an opportunity for folks to pick-your-own, whether it’s strawberries in the spring, blueberries in summer, pumpkins and apples in the fall and finally in December when they can cut their own Christmas tree. Fall is an especially busy time of the year with an abundance of weekend festivals for families to enjoy hayrides, fire off pumpkins canons or wander through a corn maze. Getting up close to barnyard animals is also a fun experience for youngsters and adults as well.

Brookfield Pumpkins

fun down on the farm In addition to supplying food to consumers, not to mention wool to be made into clothing, and flowers to decorate the home, Frederick County farmers also offer a world of education and entertainment as they welcome visitors to their fields and barns.

Frederick County’s Office of Agriculture is a good place to start when planning your farm visits. Visit www.homegrownfrederick.com for a listing of farms and their activities.

The granddaddy of agricultural fun is the Great Frederick Fair, held in mid-September at the fairgrounds on East Patrick Street. Visitors can wander through barns filled with animals ranging from a sow with her new-born piglets, to llamas, goats and cattle. Chickens and other poultry can be found in their own building. The fair has a birthing center where calves are welcomed into the world and exhibit halls are filled with the largest pumpkins and perfect ears of field corn.

It’s a wonderful way to see where our food originates.

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public spaces put to good use From a connection to nature through the long view of the ridge of Catoctin Mountain to gathering in Downtown Frederick’s Memorial Park to honor military veterans, Frederick County makes good use of the spaces set aside for the public.

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Parks COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION The Frederick County Department of Parks and Recreation maintains a large number of parks. They are committed to the highest level of care for natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. For information on amenities and hours at each park, call 301600-2936 or visit www.recreater.com.

FOUNTAINS ARE PRIZED

BALLENGER CREEK PARK 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick BUCKEYSTOWN PARK 2171 and 7221 Michaels Mill Road, Buckeystown CATOCTIN CREEK PARK 2929 Sumantown Road, Jefferson CREAGERSTOWN PARK 12014 Penterra Manor Lane, Thurmont DEVILBISS BRIDGE RIVER ACCESS 8276 Devilbiss Bridge Road, Walkersville FOUNTAINDALE PARK 7100-7198 Willowtree Drive, Middletown FOUNTAIN ROCK PARK & NATURE CENTER 8511 Nature Center Place, Walkersville GREEN HILL PARK 2810 Decatur Drive, Adamstown

KEMPTOWN PARK 3456-B Kemptown Church Road, Monrovia LIBERTYTOWN PARK 12201 Liberty Road, Frederick LOY’S STATION PARK 13506 Old Frederick Road, Thurmont MIDDLETOWN PARK 7628 Coblentz Road, Middletown

Parks must have walking paths, benches, something for kids to play on and, if it’s a top-tier park, a fountain. Whether it’s the sound of running water or seeing it spray or cascade, fountains remind us of nature’s most necessary resources.

In Baker Park, a fountain is prominently gushing in the middle of Culler Lake, and a fountain built in the late 1890s stands outside City Hall. A fountain on North Market and 7th streets sprays the sidewalk area, making it possible for relief from the summer heat.

PARK PLANNED FOR SENIORS Most senior citizens are familiar with taking their children, and later their grandchildren, to public parks, realizing the benefits of engaging in the outdoors through exercise and simply feeling the sun on their faces. Parks, they may have realized, also afford the opportunity for socializing.

All the positive facets seen for youngsters are now being bestowed on seniors themselves through Asbury SeniorScapes at Monocacy Village Park, a public park space off East Street designed specifically to meet the unique needs of older adults.

This pioneering park’s design features walking paths, equipment for cardiovascular health, stairs and ramps for improved mobility, as well as balance beams, steppingstones and stability exercises to enhance balance and prevent falls.

The project is the brainchild of Sue Paul, senior director of well-being and brain health for Asbury, a not-for-profit system of continuing care retirement communities. SeniorScapes reflects her passion for senior wellness and draws on her extensive experience as an occupational therapist and commitment to healthy aging and brain function. Paul hopes to make seniorand dementia-friendly parks part of society’s fabric.

“For older adults, having access to social support and opportunities for interaction in park settings is essential for cognitive health and overall well-being,” says Paul.

The park received over $500,000 in funding through a grant from the Delaplaine Foundation, an AARP Community Challenge Grant and a Community Development Block Grant from the City of Frederick. The park’s name reflects seed money from Asbury Communities and the fundraising support and guidance of Asbury Communities’ philanthropic arm, The Asbury Foundation. Asbury Communities is among the nation’s 20 largest not-for-profit systems of continuing care retirement communities with award-winning senior wellness.

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parks OLD NATIONAL PIKE DISTRICT PARK 12406 Old National Pike Road, Mount Airy PINECLIFF DISTRICT PARK 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick

EDWARD P. THOMAS JR. MEMORIAL POOL PLAYGROUND 373 Fleming Ave. FREDERICK HEALTH PLAYGROUND Trail Avenue HILL STREET PARK 100 Hill St. JIMMY MCGEE MEMORIAL PARK 2051 Old Farm Drive LOATS PARK—HOME OF HARRY GROVE STADIUM 21 Stadium Drive

BALLENGER CREEK DOG PARK 5420 Ballenger Creek Pike

PUBLIC PARKS APPALACHIAN TRAIL 799 Washington St., Harpers Ferry, WV ­www.appalachiantrail.org CUNNINGHAM FALLS/ GAMBRILL STATE PARK 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont 301-271-7574

MAX KEHNE PARK 1100 W. 7th St. MCCURDY FIELD 210 S. Jefferson St. at Scholl’s Lane MEMORIAL PARK 201 N. Bentz St. MONOCACY VILLAGE PARK 409 Delaware Road RIVERSIDE CENTER PARK 1801 Monocacy Boulevard RIVERWALK PARK Schifferstadt Boulevard POINT OF ROCKS COMMUNITY PARK 1637 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks RODDY ROAD PARK 14760 Roddy Road, Thurmont

SOPHIE AND MADIGAN’S PLAYGROUND Contender Way, off Butterfly Lane WILLOWDALE PARK Willowdale Drive

ROSE HILL MANOR PARK 1611 N. Market St. Frederick URBANA COMMUNITY PARK 3636 Urbana Pike, Frederick URBANA DISTRICT PARK 3805 Urbana Pike, Frederick UTICA DISTRICT PARK 10200-B Old Frederick Road, Frederick

CAMPGROUNDS

FREDERICK CITY

BRUNSWICK FAMILY CAMPGROUND 40 Canal Road, Brunswick

AMBER MEADOWS PARK 201 Amber Drive

CROW’S NEST FAMILY CAMPGROUND 335 W. Main St., Thurmont

CARROLL CREEK LINEAR PARK South Market Street

OLD MINK FARM RECREATIONAL RESORT 12806 Mink Farm Road, Thurmont

CARROLLTON PARK 455 Center St. DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION 301-600-1492,121 N. Bentz St. www.cityoffrederick.com EAST 3RD STREET PARK 252 E. 3rd St.

DOG PARKS CITY OF FREDERICK DOG PARK 21-35 N. Bentz St.

anOTHER OFFERING GREEN MEADOWS PETTING FARM 10102 Fingerboard Road, Ijamsville 301-865-9203 www.greenmeadowsevents.com

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out & about SPORTS TEAMS

PHOTO COURTESY CODY CERVENKA, CRUNKA PHOTOGRAPHY

Frederick Roller Derby

Baseball enthusiasts need not travel to Baltimore or Washington, D.C., to see plays on the diamond, not when we have the Frederick Keys, a minor league baseball team that has been here since 1989. The team plays at Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium.

The Frederick Flying Cows, a professional basketball team, had its premier season in 2024, playing home games in the Hood College gymnasium, BB&T Arena. The season starts in March and runs through May, with league playoffs in June.

Frederick Flying Cows Basketball Team

FULL OF GOOD SPORTS Frederick County is the place for sports enthusiasts, whether it’s playing in a league or sitting in the bleachers watching the action and supporting your team.

Following is a look at the various sports represented in our area:

Frederick Skyline Club de Futbol, with Joel Ramirez as its founder and president, is a minor league soccer team with both a men’s and women’s team.

Additionally, Ramirez has established a youth program. “Our money comes from sponsorships, donations and fundraisers,” he says. The program uses fields at county parks but expects to have a solid home either at a college or high school.

Take a spin into the world of Frederick Roller Derby, founded in 2021.

In addition to in-house scrimmages, Frederick Roller Derby has a team that plays against other squads such as the Patuxent Roller Derby in Columbia and the Rocktown Rollers in Harrison, Va., among others.

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local fare

Avery’s Grille

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AKA Friscos

Frederick’s food & drink create a stir We are a well-fed place, starting with our farmers and growers who show up at the many markets around Frederick County as well as provide the fresh, less-traveled ingredients used by our restaurant chefs.

The area’s many restaurants are an attraction to out-of-town visitors as are the vineyards and increasing number of breweries and distilleries.

For our residents, the wide range of taste offerings makes it possible to experience the world without leaving home, whether it’s Italian, French or dishes from South America.

Bites & Bevs — Frederick Restaurant Week is held in March with chefs pulling out all the stops.

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local fare restaurants 10 TAVERN 10 E. Main St., Thurmont. 301-271-7422.

Classic all-American cuisine. $ AGAVE 137 TEQUILA BAR & KITCHEN 137 N. Market St, Frederick. 240-439-4367.

Best margaritas, tacos and entertainment on Market St. $$ AIRWAYS INN 310 Aviation Way, Frederick. 301-228-2100.

Sandwiches, salads and more. Adjacent to airport. $ A.K.A. FRISCOS 4632 Wedgewood Blvd., Frederick.

301-698-0018. Upbeat sandwich shop also offering house-roasted meats, salads and potatoes. $$ ■ ALEKO’S VILLAGE CAFÉ 4304 Old National Pike, Middletown. 301371-3500. Greek, vegetarian and vegan specialties, subs and salads. $ ANCHOR BAR 5605 Spectrum Dr., Frederick. 240-651-5580.

Home of the Original Buffalo Wing. $$

Avery’s Maryland Grille

pull up a chair; unfurl a napkin Our chefs are squarely putting Frederick on the culinary map. With an impressive inventory of restaurants, both in and outside of the city, there’s no need to go to nearby Washington or Baltimore for fabulous food. In fact, many of those people are coming here.

And it’s no surprise that we have chefs turning up on Food Network competitions as well as creating other buzz in the restaurant world.

ANTRIM 1844 SMOKEHOUSE RESTAURANT 30 Trevanion Road, Taneytown. 410-7566812. Open daily for dinner. French-American cuisine. Reservations required. $$$ ATLANTIC GRILLE 3531 John Simmons St., Suite D-05, Urbana. 301-810-5220. American steak and seafood restaurant. $-$$$ AVERY’S MARYLAND GRILLE 9009 Baltimore Road, Frederick, 301-2282722. Fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, burgers and wings. $-$$$ ■ AYOKA AFRICAN CUSINE 100 W. Patrick St., Suite M, Frederick. 240626-1801. Enjoy a taste of authentic African dishes. $$ BEANS & BAGELS 49 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-620-2165.

Light breakfasts and lunches. $ ■ BEANS & DREAMS 203 E. Main St., C, Middletown. 240-4907070. Café and coffee shop. $ BEEF ‘N BUNS ‘N PARADISE 1448 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-898-2075. Big burgers and great ice cream selections. $ ■ BELLES’ SPORTS BAR & GRILL 1202 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-696-9623.

Great ribs and other American fare. $ BELLISARIO’S PIZZA 934 N. East St., Frederick. 301-662-9233.

Sauce and dough made fresh daily. $$

Here are your tasty options; enjoy!

BENTZTOWN 6 S. Bentz St., Frederick 301-301-8430.

Southern fare. $$-$$$ ■

■ Voted Frederick Magazine’s “Best of Frederick” 2024 $ Entrées $10 and under $$ Entrées $10-$20 $$$ Entrées $20 and over

BIG PAPI’S 5711 Industry Lane, Frederick. 240-651-5969.

Authentic Mexican dishes. $-$$

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BLACK HOG BBQ & BAR 118 S. Market St., Frederick. 301-662-9090.

221 Shorebird St., Frederick. 301-662-9600.

3323 Worthington Blvd., Urbana.

240-699-0070.

100 Middletown Pkwy, Middletown. 240490-8147. Specializing in various styles of barbecue. $$ ■ BOLLINGER’S RESTAURANT AND UNCLE DIRTYS BREW WORKS 210 N. Church St., Thurmont. 301-668-1522.

Home-cooked meals, fresh baked pies, cakes and desserts. $$-$$$ BONEFISH GRILL 1305 W. 7th St., Frederick. 301-271-3500.

Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks and cocktails. $$$ BREWER’S ALLEY 124 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-631-0089.

Contemporary American regional cuisine and microbrewery. $$ BUFFALO WILD WINGS 210 Shorebird St., Frederick. 301-662-1333.

Chicken wings, sandwiches and other family fare. $ BUSHWALLER’S 209 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-695-6988.

Irish fare in an attractive pub setting. $$$$$ THE BUZZ CAFÉ 11801 Fingerboard Road, Suite 3, Monrovia.

301-865-4900. Scratch bakery and café that features breakfast and lunch items as well as custom cakes and goodies. $-$$ CACIQUE 26 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-695-2756.

Fine Spanish and Mexican cuisine. $$-$$$ CAFÉ BUENO 255 E. 4th St. 301-620-8858. Authentic Mexican food. Burritos a favorite. $-$$ ■ CAFÉ NOLA 4 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-694-6652.

Bistro café. Coffee, tea and sandwiches. $ ■

CHATIME TEA 5219 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 301-3782530. Bubble tea. $ CHEF LIN BUFFET 417 S. Jefferson St., Frederick. 301-6200664. Asian cuisine. $-$$ CHILI’S GRILL & BAR 5100 Pegasus Court, Frederick. 301-6628130. Fresh Tex & Mex. $$

FLAMING GRILL & BUFFET 1003 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-6643388. Chinese, Japanese and American cuisine. $-$$ FRATELLI’S ITALIAN & SEAFOOD 200 Middletown Parkway, Middletown.

301-371-4000. Made-from-scratch Italian classics, homemade pasta, award-winning crab cakes. $$-$$$ ■

CHINA GARDEN 506 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-695-5055.

Asian cuisine. $-$$

FREDERICK COFFEE COMPANY & CAFÉ 100 N. East St., Frederick. 301-698-0039.

Coffee specialties, light fare and weekend ­entertainment. $

CLAY OVEN RESTAURANT 1170 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-631-2004.

Indian, Nepalese cuisine. $$-$$$

FREDERICK SOCIAL 50 Citizens Way, Frederick. 240-629-8525.

Brew pub and cafe. $$

COAL FIRE 7820 Wormans Mill Road, Frederick. 301631-2625. Coal-fired pizza, sandwiches, salads and dinner entrées. $-$$

FREDERICK SOUPS 124 S. Carroll St., Frederick. Homemade comfort food and soups. $-$$

COMMON MARKET 927 W. 7th St., Frederick. 301-663-3416. Organic fare and vegetarian specialties, takeout. $

THE GARAGE 440 Prospect Blvd., Frederick. 240-3445340. Wood-fired pizza, appetizers, sandwiches, salads and locally brewed beers. $-$$

THE COMUS INN AT SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN 23900 Old Hundred Road, Dickerson.

301-349-5100. Fine dining at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain. $$$

GLADCHUK BROS. RESTAURANT 489 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-662-7750.

Hearty international fare. $$$

CRABAPPLES DELICATESSEN 101 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-694-0208.

Traditional New York–style deli. $

GLORY DAYS GRILL 1305 W. 7th St., Frederick. 301-696-1112.

American grill with a sports theme. $-$$$

CUCINA MASSI 111 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-624-1052.

Italian and more. Small plate appetizers to share. $$-$$$ CUGINO FORNO 1705 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-835-9575.

Neapolitan pizza. $$ DELIZIA CAFÉ 14 E. Patrick St. Frederick. 240-439-4265.

Great spot for coffee and pastries, along with Italian dishes. $-$$

CALLAHAN’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL 1808 Rosemont Ave., Frederick. 301-6989596. Fresh seafood. $$

THE DERBY RESTAURANT AND BAR 83 W. Main St., New Market. 301-865-2222. Casual family-friendly spin using locally grown produce and ingredients. Full bar. $$ ■

CARRIAGE HOUSE INN 200 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 301-4472366. Traditional dishes served in a colonial setting. $$$

DUBLIN ROASTERS COFFEE 1780 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-772-5274. $-$$ ■

CARROLL VALLEY GOLF COURSE 121 Sanders Road, Fairfield, Pa. 888-3304202. American cuisine. $-$$$

DUTCH’S DAUGHTER 581 Himes Ave., Frederick. 301-668-9500.

Seafood, steak and poultry specialties. $$$ ■

CARTERQUE BARBEQUE & GRILLING CO. 1310 S. Main St., Mount Airy. 301-829-2222.

Award-winning barbecue and seafood dishes. $-$$

FAJITA GRANDE 5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick. 301-6988989. Mexican cuisine. $-$$

GOGI GO KOREAN BBQ 1003 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-8469888. Korean barbecue. $$-$$$

FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRED GRILL 5201 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 315-8500077. Steakhouse. $$

GRAN AZTECA MEXICAN FOOD BAR & GRILL 6956 Crestwood Blvd., Frederick. 301-3782785. Authentic Mexican Cuisine. $$-$$$

CASA RICO 1399 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-663-3107.

Mexican fare in a comfortable, pleasant setting. $-$$ CELLAR DOOR RESTAURANT 5 E. Church St., Frederick. 301-695-8460.

American Casual Cuisine & Cocktail Lounge. $-$$$

FIREHOUSE SUBS 1700 Kingfisher Drive, Frederick. 301898-2027. 5100 Buckeystown Pike, #194, Frederick. 301-668-6301. A variety of hot gourmet sub sandwiches. Dine in, takeout and catering available. $

Fratelli’s Italian & Seafood

HINZI’S KITCHEN 503 N. East St., Frederick. 301-835-7694.

Traditional Pakistani cuisine. $$

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restaurants HIPPY CHICK HUMMUS 237 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-815-7175.

Vegan restaurant. $$ HOOTCH & BANTER 49 S. Market St., Frederick. 301-732-4971.

New American, upscale casual cuisine. $$-$$$ IBIZA CAFÉ 8 W. 4th St., Frederick. The best selections of coffee, teas, sandwiches and locally made pastries in a European-style café. $-$$ IL FORNO PIZZERIA 1035 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-846-0422.

Wood-burning oven-cooked pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads. $$ ■ IL PORTO 200 S. Market St., Frederick. 301-620-7480.

245 Muddy Branch Road, Gaithersburg.

301-590-0735. Fine Italian food. $-$$

INDIAN WOK 8415 Woodsboro Pike, #J, Walkersvillle.

301-304-0103. Traditional Indian fare, along with Indo-Chinese food. $$ ISABELLA’S TAVERNA & TAPAS BAR 44 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-698-8922.

Tapas. $$ ■ JB SEAFOOD 308 Main St., Myersville. 301-293-2722.

“From the shore to your door.” Seafood, beef, poultry, pork. $$-$$$ JASMIN MEDITERRANEAN GRILL 3532-B Urbana Pike, Urbana. 301-363-5877.

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Dine-in, carryout and catering. $-$$ JERK IT SMOKE IT 2060 Yellow Springs Road, Frederick. 240831-4157.Authentic Caribbean-American culinary experience. $-$$ JOJO’S RESTAURANT & TAP HOUSE 16 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-732-5197.

American fusion. $$-$$$ JOLLOF ON POINT 452 Prospect Blvd., Frederick. 703-4735788. Authentic Nigerian cuisine. $-$$ KING’S NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 8415-G Woodsboro Pike, Walkersville. 301845-4910. Classic pies, subs, pasta dinners. $-$$ KITTIWAT THAI KITCHEN 5205 Presidents Court, Frederick. 301-6310999. Authentic Thai cuisine. Lunch and dinner daily. $-$$$ LAS TUNAS 1043 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 240-6298008. Authentic Mexican food. $$ LAZY FISH 10 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-695-9656.

Asian sushi bistro. $-$$$ ■

Thai Table

LEDO PIZZA 490-1 Prospect Blvd., Frederick. 301-6639800. 1293 Riverbend Way, Frederick.

301-694-0050. 3303 Worthington Blvd., Urbana. 240-699-0303. Pizza, pasta, salads and sandwiches in a casual setting. $-$$

Manalù Italian Restaurant

LELUNA BAKERY & CAFE 162 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 240-575-9107.

Fresh baked goods, quiche, coffee and tea. $$ LIBERTY ROAD SEAFOOD & STEAK 10524 Liberty Road, Frederick. 301-8983181. Home of the largest crab in Frederick County. Open all year round. $$$ LONG SHOT’S 5400 Holiday Drive, Frederick. (inside the Clarion Hotel). 301-694-7500. Starters, salad, sandwhiches, BBQ, full bar. $$ -$$$ LOS AMIGOS 205 Frederick Road, Thurmont. 301-2718888. Mexican food with specials through the week. $$ LUCKY CORNER RESTAURANT 5100 Buckeystown Pike, Suite 174, Frederick. 301-360-5913. Vietnamese grill and noodle restaurant. $$ MADRONES 7810 Worman’s Mill Road #J, Frederick.

240-439-4010. Traditional American steak and seafood. $$-$$$ ■ MAGOO’S PUB & EATERY 1-A W. 2nd St., Frederick. 301-378-2237. Traditional Irish-American favorites. $$-$$$ THE MAIN CUP 14 W. Main St., Middletown. 301-371-4433.

Casual café and coffeehouse. $-$$$ MANALÙ ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5227 Presidents Court, Frederick. 240-5784831. Authentic Italian restaurant serving traditional foods in a warm and cozy atmosphere. $$-$$$ ■

Jojo’s Restaurant & Tap House

MANGIA E BEVI Turning Point Center, 8927-J Fingerboard Road, Urbana. 301-874-0338. Italian comfort food at a good value. $-$$$

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restaurants MARIACHI RESTAURANT 5854 Urbana Pike, Frederick. 301-418-6367.

Fine Spanish and Mexican cuisine. $$

NEW YORK J&P PIZZA 6103 Spring Ridge Pkwy., Frederick. 301644-1372. Lunch and dinner daily. $$-$$$

PROSPECT PANTRY 1 W, Main St. New Market. 240-915-2238.

American Fare. $$

MATSUTAKE SUSHI AND STEAK 5225 Buckeystown Pike (Westview Promenade), Frederick. 301-631-5060. Hibachi and Japanese cuisine. $-$$$

NORTH MARKET POP SHOP 241 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-575-9070.

Trickling Springs Creamery ice cream.

400-plus soda choices. $-$$$ ■

PUMPERNICKEL + RYE 3538-Urbana Pike, Urbana. 240-397-9600.

Market and deli. $-$$

MAY’S 5640 Urbana Pike, Frederick. 301-662-4233.

Home-cooked meals, crabs. $$ ■

OLD DOMINION GRILL & SUSHI 5732 Buckeystown Pike #18-20, Frederick.

301-682-6888. Family restaurant, American, Japanese, Thai, etc. $-$$$

RAGIN’ REEF 506 E. Church St., Frederick. 240-815-5438.

A casual seafood restaurant with top qualityfresh food, affordable prices, and unmatched service. $-$$$

THE ORCHARD 45 N. Market St., Frederick. 301-663-4912.

Flavorful healthy fare and vegetarian selections. $$ ■

THE RED HORSE 996 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-663-3030.

A Frederick institution for great steaks and seafood. $$$ ■

ORDINARY HEN 228 N Market St, Frederick. 240- 332-3186.

A celebration of the region’s rustic and rural countryside, offering classic dishes reimagined. $$-$$$

RED LOBSTER 1020 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-8469474. Fresh seafood. $$

MAYTA’S PERUVIAN CUISINE 5010 Buckeytown Pike, Suite 148, Frederick.

301-732-4441. Fresh, authentic Peruvian cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner. Catering available. $-$$$ ■ MIYAKO 1005 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-6200024. Sushi, noodles, Japanese steak house, specialty cocktails. $$$ MOD PIZZA 5256 Buckeystown Pike (Westview Promenade), Frederick. 240-877-7967. Custom, artisan-style pizza and salads. $-$$ MODERN ASIA 1306 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-732-5193.

A wide array of authentic Chinese and Thai food. $$ ■ MONOCACY CROSSING 4424-A Urbana Pike, Frederick. 301-8464204. American comfort food and fine wine. $$-$$$

OSCAR’S ALEHOUSE 906 N. East St., Frederick. 301-378-2793.

Buzzing bar and grill featuring updated American fare and craft beers on tap. $$-$$$ OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 1007 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-6629584. Steak and seafood. $$-$$$ PASQUALE’S 11670 Old National Pike, New Market. 301882-7103. Italian restaurant and pizzeria. $$

MORGAN’S AMERICAN GRILL 11717 Old National Pike, New Market. 301865-8100. A family-friendly restaurant with big city dining. $$-$$$

PATOWMACK FARM 42461 Lovettsville Road, Lovettsville, Va. 540-822-9017. Seasonal organic cuisine. $$$

MOUNTAIN GATE FAMILY RESTAURANT 133 Frederick Rd., Thurmont. 301-271-4373.

Buffet and menu selections. $ ■

PEKING GOURMET 5732 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 301846-0001 or 301-846-0002. Peking-style cuisine. $$

MOUNTAIN VIEW DINER 1300 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-696-1300.

All-American diner food. $

THE PHAM 1341 Hughes Ford Road, Unit 119D 240-6510987. Vietnamese cuisine. $$ PHO AN LOI 440 Prospect Blvd., Frederick. 301-3789099. Specializes in Vietnamese dishes, along with Thai food. $$ PHO 52 701 Motter Ave., Frederick. 240-575-9479.

Vietnamese dishes including noodle-based pho. $$ P.I.G.S. BBQ RESTAURANT 2401 Whittier Drive, Frederick. 240-6298001. BBQ restaurant. $$ ■ PISTARRO’S 221 N. East St., Frederick. 301-378-9536.

Traditional Naples-style wood-fired pizza, hand-made pastas, beer and Italian wines. $-$$ PLAZA MEXICO 2481 Merchant St., Frederick.301-228-9889.

50 Carroll Creek Way #130, Frederick.

240-439-4041. Mexican fare that’s beyond ordinary. $$-$$$ ■

Modern Asia

RICCI RESTAURANT 1021 Mill Pond Road, Frederick. 240-5784273. Restaurant and wine bar offering tasty Italian dishes, wood-fired pizza and steak. $$ ROASTHOUSE PUB 5700 Urbana Pike, Frederick. 301-418-6098.

Craft beer, American fusion bistro. $$ ROSATI’S PIZZA 911 W. 7th St., Frederick. 301-694-4650.

Chicago-style pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads. $$ RUBE’S CRAB SHACK 17308 N. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 301-4474116. All-you-can-eat seafood, dinner menu, lunch, full-service bar and carryout. $-$$$ SABOR DE CUBA 9 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-663-1036.

Cuban cuisine. $$ SANTA ROSA RESTAURANT 107 Baughmans Lane, Frederick. 301-6629348. Salvadorean and Mexican food. $-$$ SAPPORO II 5 W. Church St.., Frederick. 240-815-7079.

Fine Japanese and Korean dining. $-$$$ SCHROYER’S TAVERN Maryland National Golf Club, 8836 Hollow Road, Middletown. 301-371-0000. Contemporary American cuisine. $$$ SHOWROOM 882 N. East St., Frederick. 301-835-7628.

Modern American diner with menu designed by celebrity chef Bryan Voltaggio. $$-$$$ THE SHUCKIN’ SHACK OYSTER BAR 41 S. Market St., Frederick. 240-575-9876.

Seafood, friendly gathering place. $$ SILVER DINER 5120 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 301694-9501. Award-winning burgers, all-day breakfast, vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. $-$$$ ■ SIMPLY ASIA PAN ASIAN BISTRO 120 Frederick Road, Suites B&C, Thurmont.

301-271-2858. Chinese, Thai, Japanese, sushi bar, Asian fusion, dine in, carryout, catering. $-$$

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restaurants SOUTH MOUNTAIN CREAMERY 50 Citizen’s Way, Ste. 101, Frederick. 301383-8790. We take your favorite sweet and savory treats to a whole new level.

Sweet: sundaes, milkshakes, and more.

Savory: Farm-fresh pizzas, made from scratch using fresh, local ingredients. $-$$ ■ SOUTH MARKET SANDWICH CO. 105 S. Market St., Frederick. 240-651-3797. A quaint, gourmet sandwich shop. $$ STARVIN MARVIN PIZZERIA AND SUBS 6942 Crestwood Blvd., Frederick. 301-6957827. New York–style pizza, Philadelphia cheesesteaks and more. $ SUMITTRA THAI 12 E. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-668-2303.

Thai favorites including satay, pad thai and garden rolls. $-$$ SURF HOUSE ISLAND CANTINA 8925 Fingerboard Road, Urbana. 240-3417157. Authenic surfer food and drinks. $$ SUSHI NOMU 4969 Westview Drive, Frederick. 240-6561330. Asian sushi. $-$$ SUVAI BIRYANI 11791 Fingerboard Road, Monrovia. 301-3638725. Mixing classic recipes with a modern twist. $$ TACO BAR 1450 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-732-5716.

Authentic Mexican fast food. $ TAICHI BUBBLE TEA 5866 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick.

240-815-7961. Bubble teas, fruit teas, ramen, poke bowls, sushi burritos and rice bowls. $$

Tempo Di Pasta

TAJ MAHAL BAR & GRILL 1301 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 301-682-2213.

Authentic Indian fare featuring home made spices. Serving lunch and dinner.

Wine and beer available. $-$$ TAPIA’S ON MAIN 203 E. Main St., Middletown. 240-490-8461.

Signature brick-oven pizzas, pastas, paninis, house-crafted cocktails. $$-$$$ TEMPO DI PASTA 244 E. Church St., Frederick. 240-780-8517.

Gourmet Italian dishes. Handmade pasta. $$ TEXAS ROADHOUSE 5105 Pegasus Court, Frederick. 301-6827427. Hand-cut steaks, ribs, fresh-baked rolls and cold beer. $$ THAI MERIC EATERY AND BAR 1170 W. Patrick St., Frederick. 240-651-0998.

Authentic Thai cuisine. $-$$ THAI TABLE 5221 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 240-8777034. Thai + Lao cuisine. $$ THE TASTING ROOM 101 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-379-7772.

European cuisine. $$$ THURMONT KOUNTRY KITCHEN 17 Water St., Thurmont. 301-271-4071. Family owned and operated serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Award winning broasted chicken. $-$$ TIN CORNER 700 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-575-9374.

Serving authentic Vietnamese cuisine. $-$$

Thai Meric

UGLY DUMPLING EXPRESS 5267 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick. 301-7327705. Known for dumplings with a variety of fillings. $S UP ON MARKET BISTRO 301 N. Market St., Frederick. 240-831-4847.

Charming restaurant/bistro offering full service breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Uniqueness and variety with a touch of elegance. $-$$$ VALLEY GRILL SPORTS BAR Hollow Creek Golf Club, 50 Glenbrook Drive, Middletown. 301-371-0400. Contemporary American cuisine. $-$$ WAG’S 24 S. Market St., Frederick. 301-694-8451.

Classic hamburgers and fries. $ ■ WHITE RABBIT GASTROPUB 18 Market Space, Frederick. 240-651-1952.

Craft beer house serving high-end beer and food. $-$$ WILCOM’S INN 11234 Fingerboard Road, Monrovia. 301798-8686. Iconic local landmark. International steakhouse and sports bar. $-$$ THE WINE KITCHEN ON THE CREEK 150 Caroll Creek Way, Ste. 160, Frederick.

301-663-6968. Wine bar with American bistro fare. $$ ZI PANI CAFÉ BISTRO 177A Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick.

301-620-1932. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Casual dining with full bar. $-$$ ■

TROPIX POTS CUISINES BAR & GRILL 490 Prospect Blvd., Frederick. 240-8774858. Authentic Jamaican and Caribbean cuisine. $$-$$$

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local fare beer, wine and spirits

Hidden Hills Farm and Vineyard

raise a glass to frederick’s wines, beers and spirits People have been increasingly captivated by the notion of eating local and part of that movement is drinking locally-crafted wines, beers, ciders and liquors. The creators of these offerings welcome visits to taste-test their products, many of which can also be found served in our local restaurants and pubs.

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AMERICAN SHOCHU COMPANY 4539 Metropolitan Court, Frederick www.newamericanspirits.com

NEW BREWERY IN TOWN

ATTABOY BEER 400 Sagner Ave., Frederick www.attaboybeer.com BLACK ANKLE VINEYARDS 44463 Black Ankle Road, Mount Airy www.blackankle.com BREWER’S ALLEY 124 N. Market St., Frederick www.brewers-alley.com CATOCTIN BREEZE VINEYARD 15010 Roddy Road, Thurmont www.catoctinbreeze.com CELLEBRATION CELLARS WINERY Fox Road, Frederick www.celebrationcellarswinery.com DISTILLERY LANE CIDER WORKS 5533 Gapland Road, Jefferson www.distillerylaneciderworks.com DRAGON DISTILLERY 1341 Hughes Ford Road, Suite 108, Frederick, www.dragondistillery.com ELK RUN VINEYARDS 15113 Liberty Road, Mount Airy www.elkrun.com FREY’S BREWING COMPANY 8601 Mapleville Road, Mount Airy www.freysbrewing.com HIDDEN HILLS FARM AND VINEYARD 7550 Green Valley Road, Frederick www.hiddenhillsfarmandvineyard.com IDIOM BREWING CO. 340 E. Patrick St., Frederick www.idiombrewing.com

Tenth Ward Distilling Co.

MCCLINTOCK DISTILLING CO. 35 S. Carroll St., Frederick www.mcclintockdistilling.com MIDNIGHT RUN BREWING 812 N. East St., Frederick www.midnightrunbrewing.com MILKHOUSE BREWERY AT STILLPOINT FARM 8253 Dollyhyde Road, Mount Airy www.milkhousebrewery.com MONOCACY BREWING 1781 N. Market St., Frederick www.monocacybrewing.com NEW MARKET PLAINS VINEYARD 11111 W. Baldwin Road, New Market www.newmarketplains.com OLDE MOTHER BREWING CO. 526 N. Market St., Frederick www.oldemother.com ORCHID CELLAR MEADERY & WINERY 8546 Pete Wiles Road, Middletown www.orchidcellar.com

LINGANORE WINECELLARS 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy www.linganorewines.com

The latest brewery to join Frederick’s lineup is Sandbox Brewhouse, 880 N. East St., open in what was once Rockwell Brewery. Alina Lightchaser and Willow Watkins, two of the Sandbox owners, say they were excited about the venture as the space was being renovated. The beer selection “will have a little bit of everything from IPAs to lagers and a classic stout.”

Watkins says they will also try their hand at tea-infused beer as well as “the idea of lots of fruits” to add to the taste experience.

Beer is not the only brew at Sandbox. In the mornings it offers coffee and pastries.

The women, along with Nate Ridgeway, Suni Watkins, Josh Phipps and John Burroughs say the business is about more than what is served. “It’s a welcome space for events,” Watkins says, from knitting groups and yoga classes to book clubs and other groups. Live bands on the weekend and food trucks are also in the mix. “There’s always something on our calenda. And we’re dog-friendly,” she says, with plans for a dog park behind the building. The owners even feature all their dogs on the website at www.sandboxbrewhouse.com.

LINKS BRIDGE VINEYARDS 8830 Old Links Bridge Road, Thurmont www.linksbridgevineyards.com LOEW VINEYARDS 14001 Liberty Road (Md. 26), Mount Airy www.lowevineyards.com PUERTO RICO DISTILLERY 1341 Hughes Ford Road’ Unit 113A, Frederick, www.puertoricodistillery.com

MAD SCIENCE BREWING AT THANKSVIVING FARMS 1619 Buckeystown Pike, Adamstown www.madsciencebrewing.com

RED SHEDMAN FARM BREWERY 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy www.redshedman.com

MAZZAROTH VINEYARD 8333 Myersville Road, Myersville www.mazzarothvineyard.com Mazzaroth Vineyard

ROCKWELL BREWERY 8411 Broadband Ct., Frederick www.rockwellbrewery.com

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local fare beer, wine and spirits ROSIE CHEEKS GETS EVEN ROSIER Key Lime Pie isn’t just an awesome dessert, it’s also the flavor profile of moonshine crafted by Rosie Cheeks Distillery, 10229 Woodsboro Pike, Walkersville, and winner of a silver medal in the American Distilling Institute’s 2024 International Spirits Competition. Additionally, distillery owners Kristy and Lee Rosebush garnered three bronze awards for their other creations.

Simple Theory Wine Co.

NEXT GENERATION OF WINE MAKERS In addition to producing awardwinning wines and satisfying countless partakers since 1971, the third generation of the Aellen family, owners of Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy, have focused equal attention on environmental stewardship as “one of our foremost values.”

Highlighting this is the recent opening of Simple Theory Wine Co., 37 N. Market St. The tasting lounge is located on the second floor, accessible by an elevator. In addition to wine, food specifically designed to enhance the sipping experience is available such as meats, cheeses,

pickled vegetables, crackers and bread.

Simple Theory is “the contemporary expression of winemaking featuring a blend of time-proven practices with a thoughtful approach to the art and science of winemaking,” according to the owners. They practice environmentally friendly “dry farming” where mowing the vineyard is minimized to promote a biodiverse ecosystem. They also favor solar power, recycling and having a single vineyard to produce their wine. They recently acquired a 41-acre site, a portion to be planted in grapes this year.

Most folks have probably visited the vineyard, a picturesque spot with rolling hills and the site of weddings and music fests. Now you can enjoy the wine at a cozy spot Downtown. www.simpletheorywines.com

ROSIE CHEEKS DISTILLERY 10229 Woodsboro Pike, Walkersville www.rosiecheeksdistillery.com

STEINHARDT BREWING CO. 340 E. Patrick St., Suite 102, Frederick www.steinhardtbrewing.com

SANDBOX BREWHOUSE 880 N. East St., Frederick www.sandboxbrewhouse.com

TENTH WARD DISTILLING CO. 55 E. Patrick St., Frederick www.tenthwarddistilling.com

SMOKETOWN BREWING STATION 223 W. Potomac St., Brunswick 400 S. Wisner St., Frederick www.smoketownbrwing.com

THE KOMBUCHA LADY AT DODSONS PROMISED LAND FARM 9750 Appolds Road, Rocky Ridge

SPRINGFIELD MANOR WINERY, DISTILLERY & BREWERY 11836 Auburn Road, Thurmont www.springfieldmanor.com

WILLOW OAKS CRAFT CIDER 6219 Harley Road, Middletown www.willowoakscraftcider.com

American Distilling Institute is the largest small-batch, independently owned craft distillery association in the world.

Founded in 2003, it supports the diverse and inclusive craft distilling community. Rosie Cheeks, which opened in 2022, uses a recipe that has been in the family, and they are constantly trying out new flavors. The moonshine comes in Mason jars and is served in local restaurants and available at the farm and in area liquor stores. www.rosiecheeksdistilling.com

BEST OF FREDERICK This year the readers of Frederick Magazine weighed in on the top spirits in the Frederick area with the following results: Best Brewery: 1st, Idiom Brewing Co.; 2nd, Monocacy Brewing Company; 3rd, Olde Mother Brewing Best Winery: 1st, Linganore Winesellers; 2nd, Springfield Manor; 3rd, Black Ankle Vineyards Best Distillery: 1st, McClintock Distilling; 2nd, Dragon Distillery; 3rd, Tenth Ward Distilling Company

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local fare farmers markets

eating local couldn’t be easier In the search to find food that hasn’t traveled thousands of miles, Frederick County residents have options ranging from weekly markets held during the growing season or Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) enterprises where you share in whatever bounty the farmer produces.

Following are resources for fresh-fromthe-farm-to-the-table offerings:

FARMERS MARKETS BRUNSWICK MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Potomac Street at 1st Avenue Second and last Fridays, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

April through October DOWNTOWN THURSDAY MARKET 331 N. Market St. Thursdays, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

EMMITSBURG FARMER’S MARKET 302 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg Fridays, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

FIELD FRESH FARMERS MARKET The Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E. Patrick St., Frederick Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MIDDLETOWN FARMERS’ MARKET 12 S. Church St., Middletown Thursdays, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

May through mid-October

FREDERICK CITY MARKET 331 N. Market St., Frederick Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May through end of November

MYERSVILLE FARMERS MARKET Next to Town Hall 301 Main St., Myersville Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon April through October

FREDERICK FARMERS MARKET 1215 W. Patrick St., Frederick Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MYERSVILLE INDOOR MARKET 301 Main St., Myersville First and third Saturdays 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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farmers markets THURMONT MAINSTREET MARKET 19 Frederick Road, Thurmont Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon May through September URBANA LIBRARY MARKET 9020 Amelung St., Urbana Sundays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

YMCA OF FREDERICK MARKET 1000 N. Market Ave., Frederick Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

May through October

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE CHESTNUT HILL FARM & MARKET 240-734-2021 Middletown Farmers’ Market

CHOCOLATES AND TOMATOES FARM 571-271-2686 EATERS ACRES 301-304-0505 FOX HAVEN FARM 240-490-5484 FULL CELLAR FARM 301-639-9711

GOOD SOIL FARM LLC 443-536-1830

OPEN BOOK FARM 240-457-2558

HOUSE IN THE WOODS FARM 301-607-4048

PLEASANT HILL PRODUCE 301-471-2699

MOON VALLEY FARM www.moonvalleyfarm.net

SEEDS OF LIFE NURSERY & CSA 240-344-6533

MORE THAN CORN & TOMATOES There’s no question our farmers produce the sweetest corn and most luscious tomatoes, but they also are filling their tables with some lesser known produce and other food items. Homemade hummus, kombucha and jams and jellies with unique blends of berries are available, along with heirloom vegetables that our grandparents enjoyed.

Meat producers offer specialty cuts as well as some exotic choices.

In addition to getting what you need at the farmers markets, you can also go directly to the farms to pick your own. Just imagine the fun of roaming among rows of flowers to select a bouquet to give to a friend who needs to be cheered up, at the same time picking posies for yourself to decorate the dinner table.

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SOUTH MOUNTAIN CREAMERY 301-371-8565 SYCAMORE SPRING FARM 301-788-6980 THANKSGIVING FARMS 301-662-1291 THE LITTLE RED WAGON PRODUCE 240-439-9401

ORCHARDS CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN ORCHARD 301-271-2737 www.catoctinmountainorchard.com COUNTRY PLEASURES FARM 6201 Harley Road, Middletown 301-371-4814 PRYOR’S ORCHARD 13841 B Pryor’s Road, Thurmont 301-271-2693 SCENIC VIEW ORCHARDS 301-271-2149 www.scenicvieworchards.com

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Frederick’s History Has Deep And Compelling Roots Frederick is older than the nation itself and was a vital part in the country’s story, including during the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War and important Civil War battles, with local churches turning worship spaces into hospitals for wounded soldiers.

Frederick received visits from historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln, Benjamin Franklin, Robert E. Lee, Winston Churchill, John Adams, and George Washington. With the creation of presidential retreat Camp David outside of Thurmont, modern day presidents have visited.

Some of history’s notable figures called Frederick their home—Francis Scott Key, author of The Star-Spangled Banner and fashion designer Claire McCardell are just two examples.

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history Landmarks

Landmarks that tell a story AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCES, CULTURAL AND HERITAGE SOCIETY P.O. Box 3903, Frederick, MD 21705 www.aarchsociety.org AARCH, an all-volunteer group, was formed in 2001 with a mission to inform the public about the contributions and history of local African Americans. Recently members received a gift from Frederick city of a 3,200 SF space on the street level of the East All Saints Street parking garage. The location, formerly a cycling fitness center, is planned as a research center, museum, public meeting spot and the starting point for walking history tours.

BRUNSWICK HERITAGE MUSEUM 40 W. Potomac St., Brunswick 301-834-7100 www.brunswickmuseum.org The Brunswick Railroad Museum features 2,000 square feet of interactive HO scale model railroad depicting the B&O passenger line from Union Station in Washington, D.C., to Brunswick’s Freight Classification Yards.

Railroad equipment, history exhibits, historic photographs, Victorian costumes, furnishings, baseball and medical history.

Point of Rocks Station

HERITAGE FREDERICK 24 E. Church St., Frederick 301-663-1188, www.hsfcinfo.org Begin your adventure in historic Frederick County with a tour of the museum. With changing exhibits, public programs, a bookstore, beautiful gardens and a research library, the group offers a unique historical experience for everyone.

Not handicapped accessible.

ROSE HILL MANOR 1611 N. Market St., Frederick 301-600-1650, www.rosehillmuseum.com The mission of Rose Hill Manor and Children’s Museum is to preserve and present the living heritage of the property known as Rose Hill from 1746 to 1950. The museum presents the daily life of Thomas Johnson, Maryland’s first governor, as well as showing the history of agriculture and transportation in the county.

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landmarks HISTORIC CEMETERIES LABORING SONS MEMORIAL GROUND Chapel Alley between E. 5th and 6th streets, 301-600-4047 The Beneficial Society of Laboring Sons of Frederick was established in 1837 to provide a proper burial for free blacks, the city’s tanners, carpenters, blacksmiths, Civil War Veterans and more. The cemetery was established in 1851.

Beatty-Cramer House

Frederick County Landmarks Foundation This is a private, non-profit organization that pursues the preservation of historic sites, structures, natural landmarks and communities of Frederick County and strives to increase knowledge and appreciation of them. The foundation owns and operates Schifferstadt Architectural Museum which houses the group’s office. They also oversee the Beatty-Cramer House and Zion Church in Urbana.

The foundation sponsors Bell and History Day in April—the start of the museum season with bells ringing countywide. Email: info@fredericklandmarks.org SCHIFFERSTADT ARCHITECTURAL MUSEUM 1110 Rosemont Ave., Frederick 301-663-3885, www.frederickcounty landmarksfoundation.org Schifferstadt is probably America’s finest example of German colonial architecture. Built around 1758, the stone manor house and gardens are available for guided tours. Not handicapped accessible.

WALKERSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY West Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville www.walkersvillehistory.weebly.com THE WILLIAM F. MORAN JR. MUSEUM 4246 Old National Pike, Middletown www.williammoranmuseum.com WOODSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY 6 Creagerstown Road, Woodsboro www.woodsborohistoricalsociety.org The museum is located in Woodsboro’s old train station and includes a mix of personal items once belonging to the town’s well-known barbers or doctors, as well as items relating to historic businesses.

COVERED BRIDGES LOY’S STATION COVERED BRIDGE 3600 Old Frederick Road, South of Md. 77 301-600-4047 First constructed circa 1848, the bridge

has been structurally modified and re-built. The bridge’s original timbers remain throughout the 90-foot-long structure that crosses Owens Creek and features a multiple Kingpost design. An adjoining park provides picnic tables and a play area.

RODDY ROAD COVERED BRIDGE 14760 Roddy Road, Thurmont 301-600-4047 Built in 1856, the bridge rests where Roddy Creek Road meets Roddy Road at Owens Creek. The smallest of the county’s covered bridges, Roddy Road is a single-span Kingpost design bridge measuring 40 feet in length. Relax with a picnic or explore the natural beauty at this bridge and park.

UTICA MILLS COVERED BRIDGE Off Old Frederick Road, near Utica 301-600-4047 The bridge, circa 1850, originally spanned the nearby Monocacy River but was washed away during a severe storm in 1889. Local citizens gathered the remains and reconstructed the 101-foot-long Burr Arch design bridge at its present location at Fishing Creek.

MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY/ FRANCIS SCOTT KEY MONUMENT 515 S. Market St., Frederick 301-662-1164 Established in 1852, Mount Olivet features the gravesites of Francis Scott Key, Barbara Fritchie and Thomas Johnson, Maryland’s first governor of Maryland. Handicapped accessible.

ST. JOHN’S CEMETERY Between E. 3rd & E. 4th streets at East Street, 301-662-0798 This burial site was established in 1845; among those interred are U.S. Chief Justice Roger B. Taney, John Boisneuf (one of those who may have condemned Marie Antoinette), soldiers, politicians, early Jesuits and Father John McElroy, founder of Boston College. Open from dawn to dusk daily.

Handicapped accessible.

NOTEWORTHY SITES CATOCTIN FURNACE 12525 Catoctin Furnace Road, Thurmont 410-243-2626, www.nps.gov/ cato/learn/ historyculture/furnace.htm In operation from 1776 to 1903, the Catoctin Iron Furnace was a comm-unity in itself. Founders, miners, clerks, charcoal makers, storekeepers, teamsters and others came together under the iron master’s supervision.

Handicapped accessible.

NATIONAL SHRINE GROTTO OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES 16330 Old Emmitsburg Road Emmitsburg 301-447-5318, www.nsgrotto.org Visit the oldest replica of the Grotto of Lourdes in the Western Hemisphere. Call for schedule of services.

Open year-round, free. Handicapped accessible.

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landmarks MIDDLETOWN VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 305 E. Main St., Middletown 301-371-7582 The society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of the area.

Gathland Monument

WAR CORRESPONDENTS MEMORIAL ARCH One mile west of Burkittsville in Gathland State Park, once the mountain retreat of Civil War journalist and novelist George Alfred Townsend, is the War Correspondents Memorial Arch. Unveiled in 1896, the monument stands 50 feet high and 40 feet wide and contains the names of journalists killed in action, both north and south. It was the world’s first such monument dedicated to members of the press.

JUG BRIDGE MONUMENT PARK Off I-70 at the E. Patrick Street exit Roadside park showcasing historic stone demijohn from the original jug bridge, with picnic tables and a monument commemorating Lafayette’s visit to Frederick.

LEGORE STONE ARCH BRIDGE Legore Bridge Road, north of Woodsboro Construction on this bridge began in 1898 and opened to the public in 1900.

MONOCACY AQUEDUCT ON THE C&O CANAL Off Md. 28 near the Frederick/ Montgomery County Line This 516-foot-long aqueduct is the largest structure on the canal, with seven arches each spanning 54 feet. Finished in 1833, it has survived Confederate attacks and damaging hurricanes.

NATIONAL FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS MEMORIAL PARK 16825 S. Seton Ave., off U.S. 15 Emmitsburg, 301-447-1365 www.firehero.org Honors America’s heroic firefighters.

A brick “Walk of Honor” connects the official national monument to a visitors information center and the historic Firefighters Chapel. Call for hours.

Handicapped accessible.

POINT OF ROCKS RAILROAD STATION U.S. 15 South to Md. 28, Point of Rocks What was once a fine Victorian railroad station circa late 1800s is today used by MARC passenger trains.

HISTORIC SITES BEATTY-CRAMER ARCHITECTURAL MUSEUM 9010 Liberty Road (Md. 26 East of Ceresville), www.frederickcountylandmarks • foundation.com This is the only extant historic house still standing when Frederick County was founded in 1748. By appointment only.

FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE & RESCUE MUSEUM 300 B S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg www.frederickmdfiremuseum.org This museum shares the history of early fire and rescue services in Frederick County. Open by appointment.

HESSIAN BARRACKS 101 Clarke Place (Maryland School for the Deaf) Built in 1777, the barracks is listed with the National/State Registry of Historic Sites. It served as a Revolutionary War prison, a staging point for the Lewis and Clarke Expedition, a State Armory in 1812, a Civil War general hospital, the first Maryland School for the Deaf building and more. Open for special events and by appointment for groups only.

PROSPECT HALL MANSION 889 Butterfly Lane, 301-662-4418 Built in 1803 on the highest elevation in Frederick City, Prospect Hall has hosted visitors from Marquis de La-fayette to Harry Truman. It was also the location of General Meade’s takeover of the Army of the Potomac immediately before the Battle of Gettysburg. Once home to St. John’s Literary Institution.

ROGER BROOKE TANEY HOUSE 121 S. Bentz St., 301-663-7880 The Roger Brooke Taney House is the property of the former Frederick attorney who was the fifth Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

The site includes the house, detached kitchen, root cellar, smokehouse and slaves’ quarters. Through guided tours, exhibits and special events, the lifestyle of Frederick’s “middling class” is presented to visitors.

SOUTH MOUNTAIN HERITAGE SOCIETY 3 E. Main St., Burkittsville This 1823 building in the historic rural village of Burkittsville was used as a hospital after the battles of South Mountain and Antietam. Handicapped accessible.

FREDERICK VISITORS CENTER 151 S. East St., 301-600-4047 www.visitfrederick.org/visitor-center This is the site of the former Frederick Spoke Factory that was in operation until the end of the 19th century. The center is a must before starting any tour of Frederick County.

NATIONAL SHRINE OF ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON 339 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg 301-447-6606 www.setonshrine.org The first American-born canonized saint, Elizabeth Ann Seton is honored at this religious shrine. Sites include the Visitor Center, Stone House (1750), White House (1810), Mortuary Chapel, Museum and Gift Shop. 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tues.-Sun. Closed New Year’s Day, Easter, July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one week in January. VISA, MC. Handicapped accessible.

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Frederick History is Made For Touring We are mindful of our history and have many opportunities for residents and visitors to explore and learn about the people, places and events that came before us. Take a look at some of the tours that are available.

National Museum of Civil War Medicine

WALK WITH HERITAGE FREDERICK

Heritage Frederick, 24 E. Church St., offers Saturday walking tours with expert guides to lead visitors on their exploration of Downtown Frederick.

Walking tours can accommodate up to 12 people at one time. (Large groups will be split into two groups for a better listening experience.)

They encourage reservations at least two weeks in advance. Saturdays are pre-scheduled between April and November, starting at 10:30 a.m. Tours are held rain or shine, cancelled only during extreme weather. If the museum has the capacity to accommodate special requests, they will.

Visit www.frederickhistory.org to book reservations.

HISTORIC FREDERICK WALKING TOUR Experience the history and beauty of Downtown as knowledgeable guides share the fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick. Tour starts at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St. FREDERICK’S BLACK HERITAGE WALKING TOUR Learn about some of the county’s outstanding sites, people and events through a tour of the local African American community’s historical cultural and civic center. Tour starts at the front steps of the C. Burr Artz Library, 110 E. Patrick St.

ART & ARCHITECTURE WALKING TOUR Look at Frederick with new eyes.

Experience the history and beauty of Downtown as some of the popular architectural styles, local art and history are explored. Tour starts at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Church St. CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR Explore what it was like to live in Frederick during the Civil War. Stories include the last Confederate invasion of the North, the ransom of Frederick and the Battle of Monocacy. Tour starts at the Museum of Frederick County History, 24 E. Patrick St.

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tours Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour

Held each May by Celebrate Frederick, this self-guided walking tour highlights public and private gardens, many located in historic homes and long-established Eden’s such as the gardens at Evangelical Lutheran Church on East Church Street. From sweet fragrances and lush colors, to unique uses of small spaces, this tour is certain to inspire you green thumb. www.celebratefrederick.com

Covered Bridges Driving Tour Northern Frederick County is home to three historic covered bridges, all three listed on the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places. The Utica, Loy’s Station, and Roddy Road covered bridges all cross streams within 12 miles of one another. Besides their beauty, the bridges are also structurally interesting, as all three have different truss systems, which is what keeps a bridge standing. Driving tour directions can be downloaded from the website. www.visitfrederick.org

National Museum of Civil war medicine

Located at 48 E. Patrick St., the museum allows visitors to follow in the path of “soldiers and surgeons to discover the harsh conditions, personal sacrifices, and brilliant innovations of Civil War medicine, innovations that continue to save lives today,” according to the museum’s website. www.civilwarmed.org Roddy Road Covered Bridge

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tours MUSEUMS BY CANDLELIGHT Once a year, Frederick County’s numerous historic sites and museums provide visitors with with a living reminder of this area’s splendid past.

During Museums by Candlelight, special programming and hands-on fun will delight visitors of all ages, and special children’s activities are featured at most locations.

This is a free, self-guided event. Visit many locations or just a few, in any order. Emjoy period demonstrations, living history vignettes, hands-on crafts, refreshments, tours, music, holiday decorations and historic settings by candlelight as night falls.

PHOTO COURTESY VISIT FREDERICK/C. KURT HOLTER

‘WHERE THE DEAD COME OUT TO PLAY’ Take a journey through Frederick’s gruesome past—nearly 300 years of war, executions and revenge as part of Maryland’s oldest operating ghost tour. The guided tour through Frederick’s historic district includes stops in Court House Square, site of executions of British sympathizers during the Revolutionary War, the “Spite House,” the former Tivoli Theater ‘where former stage hands, actors and members of the audience refused to be removed from their prized seats” and other spots with attention-grabbing stories. www.marylandghosttours.com

VISITING MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY Mount Olivet Cemetery’s gates are generally open “by the dawn’s early light” and remain so until the “twilight’s last gleaming,” referring to the final resting place of Francis Scott Key who composed The Star-Spangled Banner. The cemetery is located at 515 S. Market St. Visitors are offered interpretive exhibits, a self-guided tour along with occasional guided tours, special events and lecture programs. Eight miles of paved roadways cross the grounds. www.mountolivetcemetery.com

Houses of Worship Holiday Tour Enjoy the annual Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship during the holiday season in Downtown Frederick.

This special open house celebrates Frederick’s tradition of religious diversity, local history and the holiday season. This is Frederick’s most popular church tour and is a great opportunity to step inside some of its most beautiful buildings.

Calvary United Methodist Church

Visitors can tour many of Frederick’s famous clustered spires and other historic houses of worship by candlelight. Guests will be welcomed with special programs, angelic choirs and nativity scenes.

Brochures with a map of participating sites will be available the day of the event at the Information Center, 19 E. Church St. and at each church along the tour (4 p.m.-9 p.m.). www.visitfrederick.org

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our community

Photo by Michael DeMattia

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Frederick’s Success Comes Down to the Involvement of its People Frederick is in one of the country’s most beautiful spots geographically, but even more important are the friendly, ready-to-help residents who call this place home. We have people willing to run for elected office, work with civic organizations and non-profits to improve our communities and extend a welcome hand to strangers. Some even offer to shovel neighbors’ sidewalks when it snows.

The strength of community starts with our youth who are involved in scouts, 4-H and other clubs, to the senior citizen crowd that continues to offer guidance and a hand. In addition to saluting our good neighbors, how about considering being a volunteer in these many organizations?

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Community Government

GOVERNMENT AT THE grassroots As the largest county geographically in Maryland, Frederick County covers 664 square miles of mountains, rivers, farm fields and historic towns and cities filled with beautiful architecture carefully preserved from the past. This year the county is celebrating its 275th anniversary.

The county has a charter form of government with a county executive and council and there are 12 incorporated municipalities, including Frederick City, the county seat.

Frederick City Hall

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Government FREDERICK COUNTY Winchester Hall, 12 E. Church St. 301-600-1100 www.frederickcountymd.gov County Executive: Jessica Fitzwater County Council: President Brad Young, Vice President Kavonte Duckett, Steve McKay, Renee Knap, MC Keegan-Ayer, Mason Carter and Jerry Donald CITY OF BRUNSWICK 1 W. Potomac St. 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmd.gov Mayor: Nathan Brown Mayor Pro Tem: Brian Sandusky Council: John Caves, Andrew St. John, Eric Smothers, Angel White, Daniel Yochelson TOWN OF BURKITTSVILLE 500 E. Main St. 301-834-6780 www.burkitsville-md.gov Mayor: Michael Robinson Council: John “Jad” Drake, Matt Morris, Jim Hauver TOWN OF EMMITSBURG 300A S. Seton Ave. 240-600-6300 www.emmitsburg.net Mayor: Frank Davis Council Members: President Amy Boehman-Pollitt; Vice President Jim Hoover, Treasurer Valerie Turnquist; Kevin Hagan, Cliff Sweeney CITY OF FREDERICK 101 N. Court St. 301-600-1385 www.cityoffrederick.com Mayor: Michael O’Connor Aldermen: President Pro-Tem Katie Nash, Kelly Russell, Derek Shackelford, Donna Kuzemchak, Ben MacShane TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN 31 W. Main St. 301-371-6171 www.middletown.md.us Burgess: John D. Miller Town Administrator: Paul Mantello Commissioners: Richard Dietrick, Jennifer Falcinelli, Christopher Goodman, Larry Bussard, Kevin Stottlemyer TOWN OF MOUNT AIRY 110 S. Main St. 301-829-1424 www.mountairymd.org Mayor: Larry Hushour Council Members: President Timothy Washabaugh;, Karl Munder, Lynne Galletti, Stephen Domotor, Jason Evans

TOWN OF MYERSVILLE 301 Main St. 301-293-4281 www.myersville.org Mayor: Mark Hinkle Council Members: Mark Flynn, Wayne Creadick Jr., Robert Ziegler, Daniel Long, Lauren Vandergrift TOWN OF NEW MARKET 40 S. Alley 301-865-5544 www.townofnewmarket.org Mayor: Winslow Burhans III Council Members: Dennis Kimble, Shannon “Shane” Rossman, Michael Wright, Chris Weatherly, Matthew Chance VILLAGE OF ROSEMONT 1313 Rosemont Drive 301-834-4458 Burgess: John Leach Commissioners: Steve Harshman, T. Daniel Houck, Kelly Watson Huffer, Robin Scarff TOWN OF THURMONT 615 E. Main St. 301-271-7313 www.thurmont.com Mayor: John Kinnaird Commissioners: Wayne Hooper, Bill Blakeslee, Martin Burns, Bob Lookingbill

SEAT OF COUNTY GOVERNMENT Winchester Hall houses the government of Frederick County.

In 1843, it served as the Frederick Female Seminary. A half century later, it became the Woman’s College of Frederick, predecessor to Hood College. A new county excutive and council were sworn in this year.

TOWN OF WALKERSVILLE 21 W. Frederick St. 301-845-4500 www.walkersvillemd.gov Burgess: Chad Weddle Commissioners: Tom Gilbert, Betsey Whitmore Brannen, Bob Yoder, Chris Ragen, Russell Winch TOWN OF WOOSBORO 2 S. 3rd St. 301-898-3800 www.woodsboro.org Burgess: Heath Barnes Commissioners: John Cutshall, Bill Rittelmyer, Jesse Case, Bud Eckenrode

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government

PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES BARRACK B FREDERICK MARYLAND STATE POLICE 110 Airport Drive E 301-600-4151 www.mdsp.maryland.gov Commander: Lt. Stephen Johnson FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE 110 Airport Drive E 301-600-1046 www.frederickcosheriff.com Sheriff Chuck Jenkins BRUNSWICK POLICE DEPARTMENT 20 E. A St. 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmd.gov/police Chief of Police Kevin Grunwell FREDERICK CITY POLICE 100 W. Patrick St. 301-600-2100 www.cityoffrederickmd.gov/99/Frederick-Police-Department Chief of Police Jason Lando THURMONT POLICE DEPARTMENT 800 E. Main St. 301-271-0905 www.thurmont.com Chief of Police David Armstrong FREDERICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS 5370 Public Safety Place 301-600-4015 www.frederickcountymd.gov Director Philip Lambert

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community top employers

Frederick top 10 Employers The following is a list of the area’s top 10 employers as compiled by the Frederick County Office of Economic Development. www.discoverfrederickmd.com

Fort Detrick

10,776

FORT DETRICK CAMPUS The U.S. Army medical command installation at 810 Schreider St., Fort Detrick, has hosted much of the U.S. biological defense program.

7,414

2,448

LEIDOS BIOMED/FREDERICK NATIONAL LAB The medical research firm is located at 5705 Industry Lane and Frederick National Lab is at 8560 Progress Drive, Frederick.

1,445

923 FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FCPS’s Central Office is at 191 S. East St., Frederick.

782

3,360

FREDERICK HEALTH Providing comprehensive health care. Frederick Health Hospital is at 400 W. 7th St., Frederick.

757

2,969

FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT Frederick County is governed by a county executive and count council based in Winchester Hall, 12 E. Church St., Frederick.

732

FREDERICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE FCC, 7932 Opossumtown Pike.

Is a comprehensive public twoyear degree granting institution.

CITY OF FREDERICK GOVERNMENT City Hall is located at 101 N. Court St., Frederick.

THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC Life science research.

LEGAL AND GENERAL AMERICA Life insurance headquarters.

MOUNT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY A four-year university.

Frederick County Public Schools

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community schools & libraries

Education is a priority for the frederick community Education in Frederick County is shepherded by many hands, from teachers, administrators and support staff who keep students uppermost in mind, as well as parents and other volunteers who undertake many duties.

According to the latest enrollment figures, 47,681 students are attending classes through Frederick County Public Schools. This includes 22,075 elementary, 10,578 middle school, 15,028 high school and 1,225 students in public charter schools.FCPS has a special education school, Flexible Evening High and a Career and Technology Center.

ABOUT FCPS

The Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) mission is to inspire, innovate & motivate. FCPS serves almost 48,000 students and 280,000 residents in 12 municipalities spread across 667 square miles. FCPS provides a diverse and inclusive learning environment, where excellence in college and career preparedness is paramount.

The commitment to our community is to provide exceptional education and equity for “every child, every day.”

Frederick County students consistently outpace their state and national peers in academic achievement measures.

Students in our 2023 class received $92.5 million in scholarship offers.

FCPS’s Class of 2023 graduation rate was 93.1% (compared to Maryland’s 85.8% average), while our dropout rate was 3.3% (compared with the state’s 9.8% average).

We balance top-rate academics with the personal care and individual attention you would expect in a small-town community. Frederick County’s investment in public education is an investment in our future. Our operating budget for

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schools & libraries FY2024 budget of $910,180,476 with nearly 46% of our funding coming from the local county government.

EDUCATION AND BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS

Frederick County has a proud history of collaboration between the education and business communities.

In 1998, FCPS developed the EBI Connection—a network of partnerships of education, business and industry based on a community vision for fostering a quality workforce through education. Five years later, the school system celebrated the signing of 200 formal business partnerships since the inception of this program.

The focus of this initial effort has evolved over the years as the school system has refined our vision and strategic goals to meet Frederick County’s business and industry workforce needs. Today, more than 1,200 community partners collaborate with Frederick County Public Schools in preparing students for success in a changing world.

ANNUAL EMPLOYEE AWARD PROGRAMS • Frederick County Teacher of the Year Award

• Charles E. Tressler Distinguished Teacher Award • Washington Post Principal of the Year • Washington Post Teacher of the Year • Support Employee of the Year Award • Substitute Employee of the Year Award • Veteran in Education Service Award

HIGHER EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Options to continue an education after high school are also available here with three colleges and universities within the county, including: FREDERICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick 301-846-2400, www.f rederick.edu Frederick Community College offers day, evening, weekend and online classes for students continuing their education after high school, pursuing a career or working toward a fouryear degree. Associate degrees, certificates and letters of recognition are available.

The campus offers an Honors College, study abroad programs and support services, such as a math lab and writing center.

HOOD COLLEGE 401 Rosemont Ave., Frederick 301-663-3131, www.hood.edu Founded in 1893, Hood College’s curriculum prepares students for the future by providing a quality education in a vibrant, coeducational, small-college environment. Geographic, ethnic and racial diversity enrich campus life, while the Honor Code tradition fosters individual respect across the academic community.

MOUNT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg 301-447-6122, www.msmary.edu Located in Emmitsburg, Mount St. Mary’s University is a liberal arts university that offers a nationally recognized core curriculum and more than 60 programs of study. The Mount is also home to the second largest seminary in the country and the National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes.

MOUNT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY DIVISION OF CONTINUING STUDIES 5350 Spectrum Dr., Frederick 301-682-8315, www.msmary.edu or www.msmary.edu/academics/ graduate-professional/index.html Mount St. Mary’s University Division of Continuing Studies addresses the needs of adult learners. The accelerated programs include M.B.A., M.Ed., M.A.T. and Master’s of Liberal Arts degrees.

Undergraduate degree programs for working adults include business, criminal justice and elementary education.

In ­addition to the Frederick location, the program also offers classes in Hagerstown, Westminster and on the main campus in Emmitsburg.

UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF MARYLAND AT HAGERSTOWN 32 W. Washington St., Hagerstown 240-527-2060, www.hagerstown. usmd.edu The University System of Maryland at Hagerstown is a regional higher education center that offers upperdivision undergraduate and graduate academic programs of the state universities in Maryland. Institutions currently offering programs include Frostburg State University, Towson University, University of Maryland College Park, Salisbury University and University of Maryland University College.

Finding it at the Library

WWW.FCPL.ORG Administrative Office 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-600-1613 Brunswick Branch Library 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick 301-600-7250 C. Burr Artz Central Library and Maryland Room 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-600-1630, 301-631-3787 TTY Emmitsburg Branch Library 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg 301-600-6329 Frederick County Law Library Frederick County Courthouse 100W. Patrick St. www.frederickcountymd.gov Middletown Public Library 31 E. Green St., Middletown 301-600-7560 Myersville Community Library 8 Harp Place, Myersville 301-600-8350 Edward F. Fry Library Point of Rocks 1635 Ballenger Creek Pike 301-874-4560 Thurmont Regional Library 76 E. Moser Road, Thurmont 301-600-7200 Urbana Regional Library 9020 Amelung St., Frederick 301-600-7000 Walkersville Regional Library 2 S. Glade Road, Walkersville 301-845-8200

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community organizations

ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS HELP FELLOW RESIDENTS Sleep in Heavenly Peace

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Boy Scouts of America

ADVOCATES FOR THE AGING OF FREDERICK COUNTY Devoted to advocacy on behalf of the poorest and frailest older adults in the community. www.advocatesforaging.org ADVOCATES FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES A transitional housing program and a program to help families in economic crisis from losing their homes.

216 Abrecht Place, Frederick 301-662-2003 www.afhf88.org AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCES CULTURAL AND HERITAGE SOCIETY (AARCH) Working to establish a permanent center at the corner of Carroll and All Saints Streets. www.aarchsociety.org

Celebrate Frederick

AMERICAN LEGION POST 168 8 Park Lane, Thurmont 301-271-4411 AMERICAN LEGION POST 239 14418 Macafee Hill Road, Cascade 301-241-3117 AMERICAN LEGION FSK POST 11 1450 Taney Ave., Frederick 301-662-9345 AMERICAN RED CROSS 141 Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick 800-448-3543 AMVETS VALLEY MEMORIAL POST 9 408 Green St., Middletown 301-371-5115 ARC OF FREDERICK COUNTY 620 A Research Court, Frederick Helps people with developmental disabilities live with purpose and meaning.

301-663-0909 www.arcfc.org

The Frederick Center

ASIAN AMERICAN CENTER OF FREDERICK 1080 W. Patrick St., Suite 16, Frederick Their mission is “to provide all immigrants with essential skills to be independent and successful contributors to our communities and society at large.”

301-694-3355 www.aacfmd.org

BASKETBALL COACHES WITHOUT BOUNDARIES Promotes the game as well as emphasizing scholarship. www.bcwb.org BETTIE JANE CANCER FOUNDATION Financially helps cancer patients in Frederick, Washington and Allegheny counties. www.bjcfmd.org BEYOND SHELTER FREDERICK A leading provider of homeless prevention and emergency shelter for homeless adults and families.

27 DeGrange St., Frederick 301-631-2670 www.bsfred.org BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK Feeds school children who are at risk of going hungry on the weekends. www.biabfrederickmd.org BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA FSK DISTRICT www.ncabsa.org/francis-scott-key BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF FREDERICK COUNTY Safe, fun, affordable place for students during out-of-school time.

413 Burck St., Frederick 240-831-4330 www.bgcfc.org

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Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund

BUILDING VETERANS The peer-to-peer supportive recovery program uses a holistic approach. Participants live in supportive housing, attend mandatory classes and either work, attend school or volunteer in the community. www.buildingveterans.org CARE NET PREGNANCY CENTER OF FREDERICK www.carenetfrederick.com CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN FUTBOL CLUB Recreational soccer club in Emmitsburg. www.emmitsburg.net CELEBRATE FREDERICK Works in partnership with the City of Frederick to nurture a strong sense of community through the coordination of special events.

121 N. Bentz St., Frederick 301-600-1450 www.celebratefrederick.com Frederick Pedalers

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organizations CENTRAL MARYLAND YOUTH FOR CHRIST 7899 Opossumtown Pike 301-663-0561 www.yfccm.org CENTRO HISPANO OF FREDERICK Community members and trained volunteers help friends and neighbors who are limited in English proficiency.

1080 W. Patrick St., Suite 4, Frederick 301-660-6270 www.centrohispanomd.com CITY YOUTH MATRIX Support for children and parents in providing after school enrichment opportunities. www.cityyouthmatrix.com COLOR ON THE CREEK Project that includes plantings, increasing water quality and providing a boast to local tourism. www.coloronthecreek.com COLUMBIA LODGE #58 6816 Blentlinger Road, Frederick 301-473-8976 www.columbialodge58.org

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF FREDERICK COUNTY Strategic grantmaking is the focus of this organization, helping to transform Frederick County in meaningful and beneficial ways.

312 E. Church St., Frederick 301- 695-7660 COMMUNITY LIVING, INC. Provides support and services to empower adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live their lives to the fullest.

620 B Research Court, Frederick 301-663-8811 www.communitylivinginc.org DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMEN Scholarship program that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in young women. www.frederick.md.distinquishedyw.org DOWNTOWN FREDERICK PARTNERSHIP Works strategically to bring more residents, employees and visitors to Downtown Frederick. www.downtownfrederick.org

EACH 1 TEACH 1 After school and summer youth program. www.each1teach1fredco.org ELKS LODGE The organization provides scholarships, community investment, veterans services and a drug awareness program among other contributions.

289 Willowdale Drive, Frederick 301-662-3301 ELDER SERVICES PROVIDER COUNCIL OF FREDERICK The ESPC consists of individuals from the Frederick community, including government agencies, local businesses and corporations, to share information and resources on meeting the needs of seniors, their families and caregivers. www.espcfrederick.com EMERGING LEADERS UNITED Empowers young professionals to create lasting change in Frederick County through volunteerism, advocacy and philanthropy. www.unitedwayfrederick.org/elu ENCORE CREATIVITY FOR OLDER ADULTS Choral organization for those over 55. www.encorecreativity.org FIRST AMMENDMENT SOCIETY OF FREDERICK Free speech advocacy nonprofit organized by Flying Dog Brewery after winning a court case regarding free speech.

FORT DETRICK ALLIANCE The group seeks to build relationships between Fort Detrick and the region. www.fortdetrickalliance.org THE FREDERICK CENTER Serves the LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community and its allies. Its vision is to be the leading organization for LGBTQ resources and advocacy in central Maryland.

322 W. Patrick St., Frederick www.thefrederickcenter.org FREDERICK COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY Provides food, shelter, medical care, housing and other forms of assistance to the low-income or homeless.

100 S. Market St., Frederick 301-600-1506 www.cityoffrederick.com FREDERICK KNUCKLERS For fans of shooting marbles. www.frederickknucklers.club

Lions Club

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organizations FREDERICK READING COUNCIL Members sponsor literacy initiatives, support teacher training and host literacy events through the year. Facebook at fredcoreads FREDERICK COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION Through education, advocacy, empowerment and treatment, MHA helps everyone face their challenges and make lasting positive changes.

226 S. Jefferson St., Frederick 301-663-0011 www.fcmha.org FREDERICK OPTIMIST CLUB A worldwide volunteer organization made up of more than 2,500 local clubs. www.frederickoptimistclub.org FREDERICK COUNTY ALUMNAE CHAPTER, DELTA SIGMA THETA www.dstfcacmd.org FREDERICK COUNTY PROMENADERS SQUARE DANCE CLUB www.frederickcountypromenaers.com FREDERICK PEDALERS Bicycle club founded in 1973. www.frederickpedalers.org FREDERICK RESCUE MISSION 419 W. South St., Frederick A Christ-centered ministry providing residential recovery programs to those experiencing homelessness or chemical addiction, providing food, clothing and furniture to those in need.

301-695-6633 www.therescuemission.org

United Way of Frederick

FREDERICK SCHOOL OF RELIGION 1011 N. Market St., Frederick An ecumenical organization providing religious education. www.frederickschoolofreligion.org

Student Homeless Initiative Project

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organizations GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF MONOCACY VALLEY INC. A nonprofit to help people overcome challenges to build skills, find jobs and grow their careers.

1750 Monocacy Blvd.., Frederick 240-651-8996 www.gimv.org HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF FREDERICK COUNTY Partners with families seeking the strength, stability and self-reliance of affordable home ownership.

117 E. Church St., Frederick 301-698-2449 www.frederickhabitat.org

HEARTLY HOUSE 301-662-8800 An organization for those affected by domestic violence. www.heartlyhouse.org HURWITZ BREAST CANCER FUND 1 S. Market St., Frederick 301-471-7810 www.PinkRibbonFrederick.org I BELIEVE IN ME, INC. Youth development and empowerment through mentorship. www.ibelieveinme.com

Tip Me Frederick

FREDERICK SKI CLUB P.O. Box 3226, Frederick www.frederickskiclub.com FREDERICK SISTER CITIES ASSOCIATION The group seeks to promote Frederick’s German heritage with partnerships between local citizens, businesses, schools, civic and social clubs and other organizations and those of our sister communities in Germany. www.fredericksistercitiesassociation. weebly.com

Techfrederick

FREDERICK WOMAN’S CIVIC CLUB 368 W. Patrick St. www.fwccinc.org FREDERICKTONIAN LODGE 110 W. All Saints St., Frederick 301-695-2605 Western Maryland FRIENDS OF MOUNT OLIVET Preserving the historic cemetery at 515 S. Market St., Frederick www.mountolivetcemeteryinc.com GIRL SCOUTS OF FREDERICK COUNTY www.facebook.com/gsfrederickcounty GLOBAL Z RECORDING PROJECT Uniting culturally diverse student musicians through educational virtual audio/video production experiences. www.globalzrecording.org Rotary Club of Frederick

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organizations PLATOON 22 1750 Monocacy Blvd., Suite A, Frederick The goal is to combat veteran suicides.

240-651-8899.

PARTNERS IN CARE FREDERICK Dedicated to helping older adults live the thrive independently.

5 Willowdale Drive, Frederick www.partnersincare.org PROJECT LINUS, FREDERICK CHAPTER Making, collecting, distributing blankets to children in need of comfort. www.projectlinusfrederickmd.org Woman to Woman Mentoring, Inc.

JUSTICE JOBS A nonprofit employment and job retention program.

22 S. Market St., Frederick KIWANIS CLUB OF SUBURBAN FREDERICK 1612 Shookston Road, Frederick 301-228-2279 www.suburbanfrederickkiwanis.org L’ARCHE FREDERICK An inclusive community for people with and without disabilities. www.larchefrederick.org LADY RAVENS FLAG FOOTBALL Team formed under the Frederick County Parks and Recreation Division. www.recreater.com LIONS CLUBS Visit www.lionsclubs.org for specific contact and meeting information.

LITERACY COUNCIL OF FREDERICK COUNTY Teaching adults the English language skills needed to provide for their families and contribute to the well-being of the community.

110 E. Patrick St., Frederick 301-600-2066 www.frederickliteracy.org LIVING WELL YOUTH WORKS Life skills and mentoring program for youth.

22 S. Market St., Frederick www.livingwellyouth.org THE LOVE FOR LOCHLIN FOUNDATION, INC, Its mission is to help prevent, educate and drive awareness to the deadly impacts of infectious diseases such as flu and COVID-19. www.loveforlochlin.com

MARRIAGE RESOURCE CENTER OF FREDERICK COUNTY Encouraging individuals and couples to develop strong relationships.

22 S. Market St., Frederick 301-502-1660 www.marriagefrederick.org MARYLAND COOPERATIVE EXTENSION, 4-H FREDERICK COUNTY 300 Montevue Lane, Frederick www.frederick.umd.edu MISSION OF MERCY The vision of this group is “to restore dignity—healing through love—by providing free healthcare.

22 S. Market St., Frederick www.amissionofmercy.org THE MONOCACY FOUNDATION 620 B Research Court, Frederick www.themonocacyfoundation.org The mission is to help provide opportunities for people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Frederick community.

RAINBOW OF LOVE RECOVERY FOUNDATION Faith-based organization that provides transitional living space for mothers recovering from substance use disorders.

West Patrick Street, Frederick www.rainbowofloverecovery.net ROAD KNIGHTS CAR CLUB OF FREDERICK www.roadknights.org ROTARY CLUB OF FREDERICK www.frederickrotaryclub.org ROTARY CLUB OF SOUTHERN FREDERICK www.southernfrederickcounty. rotary-clubs.org CARROLL CREEK ROTARY www.carrollcreekrotary.org FREDERICKTOWNE ROTARY www.fredericktownerotary.org

MOVING US FORWARD, INC. Engages residents in their civic and community responsibilities. info@movingforward.com MUSTANG CLUB OF MARYLAND A group for fans of the Ford Mustang. www.mustangclubofmd.com ON OUR OWN OF FREDERICK COUNTY Peer support and activities for those struggling with mental health and/or substance abuse.

22 S. Market St., Frederick, Suite 110 www.onourownfrederick.org

Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County

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organizations ST. ANDREW’S SOCIETY OF MID-MARYLAND Celebrates Scottish life and culture.

5257 Buckeystown Pike, #104, Frederick www.sasmm.com SALVATION ARMY 223 W. 5th St., Frederick 301-662-2311 www.salvationarmypotomac.org SECOND CHANCES GARAGE Helps families with transportation needs.

528 N. Market St., Frederick www.secondchancesgarage.org SECOND STREET & HOPE, INC. A small nonprofit focused on serving the disenfranchised.

8 W. 2nd St., Frederick 301-620-1001 www.secondstreetandhope.org SENIOR CENTERS Brunswick 12 E. A St. Emmitsburg 300 S. Seton Ave. Frederick 1440 Taney Ave. Urbana 9020 Amelung St.

STUDENT HOMELESS INITIATIVE PROJECT Seeks to lift up Frederick County’s homeless youth so they can realize their potential, complete their education and be poised to break the cycle of homelessness. www.shipfrederick.com SOAR (SUPPORTING OLDER ADULTS THROUGH RESOURCES) www.facebook.com/SOARFrederick TECHFREDERICK Uniting technology enthusiasts, professionals and organizations. www.techfrederick.org TIP ME FREDERICK Volunteers provide food and medical attention, including neutering and fostering of outdoor cats throughout the county. www.tipmefrederick.org TOASTMASTERS CARROLL CREEK CLUB An international group to promote communication and public speaking. www.carrollcreektoastmasters.org FREDERICK CLUB www.frederick.toastmastersclubs.org

SCOTT KEY CAMPERS Group plans monthly camping trips from May through November. Novice as well as veteran campers welcome.

They meet at South End Baptist Church, 506 Carrollton Drive.

29:11 GROUP Faith-based organization seeks to build a community for young women ages 13-21 to gain support while supporting others. www.2911group.com

SERTOMA www.sertoma.org

TRAUMA RESPONSIVE FREDERICK Recognizing and understanding that most individuals have experienced some form of trauma and that it could impact education, job performance, daily interactions and such, and being proactive in meeting these needs. www.traumaresponsivefrederick.org

SKIP WIZARDS Competition/demonstration jump rope team. www.skipwizards.com SLEEP IN HEAVENLY PEACE Works to assure that children have a bed to sleep in. www.shpbeds.org/chapter/md-frederick-co SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL 114 E. 2nd St., Frederick STREAM-LINK EDUCATION Frederick The mission is to connect the community to conservation through educational and meaningful volunteer tree-planting experiences to instill stewardship values and improve the health of rivers and streams. www.streamlinkeducation.org

UNITED WAY OF FREDERICK COUNTY A group dedicated to foster the health, education and financial stability of residents.

629 N. Market St., Frederick 301-663-4231 UMBRELLA PROJECT Provides hiking trips for grieving young adults. www.umbrellaprojecthike.org UP-COUNTY FAMILY CENTER Family support services offered at no charge.

303 W. Lincoln Ave., Emmitsburg www.emmitsburg.net 301-600-7450

Visit Frederick

UP & OUT FOUNDATION A nonprofit with a mission to educate the public about the disease of addiction, the consequences of untreated addiction and the process of recovery. www.upandoutfoundation.org VISIT FREDERICK www.visitfrederick.org WOMAN TO WOMAN MENTORING, INC. The mission is to cultivate mentoring relationships that provide women with guidance, support and community connections. www.womantowomanfrederick.org WOMEN’S BUSINESS NETWORK www.wbnfrederick.org WOMEN’S GIVING CIRCLE OF FREDERICK COUNTY Cultivates philanthropy among women in the area to support local nonprofits serving the needs of women. www.frederickwgc.org YOUNG LIFE OF FREDERICK COUNTY A group that invites young people “to experience life as God designed it to be lived.” www.frederickmd.younglife.org YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY Provides youth ages 7-18 with a closeup look at law enforcement. www.cityoffrederick.com ZONTA CLUB OF FREDERICK www.zontafrederick.com

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FOOD BANKS SUPPORT LESS FORTUNATE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY 14 E. All Saints St., Frederick 301-600-1506 GLADE VALLEY FOOD BANK 21 W. Frederick St., Walkersville 301-845-4229 BRUNSWICK FOOD BANK 18 S. Maple St., Brunswick 301-834-9718

EMMITSBURG FOOD BANK 130 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg 717-642-6963 KNOXVILLE FOOD BANK Mt. Zion AME Church, 202 Jefferson Pike, Knoxville 301-834-7221 ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 3866 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson 301-473-8626 0r 301-371-5721

THURMONT FOOD BANK 10 Frederick Road, Thurmont 301-271-4554 or 240-288-1865 GREATER URBANA AREA FOOD BANK 240-529-4815 (call for location) MIDDLETOWN FOOD BANK 301 W. Main St., Middletown 301-371-3182

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