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SUMMER 2026

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TIME to TRAVEL

Retirement offers a chance to slow down and see more

From Surviving to Thriving

How Geraldine of Mount Airy, Reclaimed Her Independence After Neuropathy and Alzheimer's

When Geraldine first walked through the doors of Acupuncture Medical Clinic of Maryland, she wasn't just struggling with neuropathy.

She was struggling with her independence. “I just didn't feel like myself anymore," Geraldine recalls "I was exhausted all the time, I wasn't sleeping, and I didn't feel confident on my feet "

Like many patients who come to the clinic, Geraldine wasn't looking for a miracle She simply wanted to feel better

Jessica Miksa, Licensed Acupuncturist and Acupuncture Medical Clinic of Maryland, developed a personalized treatment plan designed to support Geraldine's nerve health, circulation, sleep, energy, and balance.

Her treatments included acupuncture, electroacupuncture, ATP Resonance BioTherapy®, red light therapy, heat lamp therapy, and circulation support using the clinic's vibrating plate. Throughout her care, her protocol was adjusted based on her progress and included Chinese herbs, homeopathic remedies, and various Super Patch neuromodulation patches.

"We focus on treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis," says Miksa. "Every patient's treatment plan evolves as their body responds and changes."

“ I feel like myself again!”

As Geraldine progressed through care, she experienced something many neuropathy patients encounter returning sensation. While this was a positive sign, it wasn't always comfortable.

felt diff icult became easier Most importantly, she regained the conf idence she had lost.

After years of numbness, her feet began to wake up. Some days she experienced tingling and unfamiliar sensations that made her feel less secure. The clinic team educated her on what to expect and continued adjusting her treatment plan as her nervous system responded

"There were times I wasn't sure what was happening," Geraldine says "But Jessica explained that my nerves were changing and healing Looking back now, those changes were part of getting better."

Over the next three months, Geraldine's progress accelerated.

She began sleeping through the night most days and her energy began to returned. Her balance improved. Activities that once

One of her biggest milestones was getting back behind the wheel.

"Being able to drive again gave me my independence back," Geraldine says. "That meant everything to me."

Today, Geraldine reports approximately 75% improvement in her neuropathy symptoms. She has more energy, better balance, improved sleep, and a renewed sense of conf idence in her daily life

"Geraldine's progress has been remarkable," says Miksa "She came to us with m ultiple challenges affecting her quality of life Watching her regain her energy, improve her balance, better sleep, and return to driving has been incredibly rewarding. Her results happened faster than we anticipated, and she continues to do exceptionally well." said Miksa.

While every patient responds differently, Geraldine's story highlights what can be possible when the body is given the support it needs to heal.

"I feel stronger, happier, and more capable than I did a few months ago," Geraldine says. "I truly feel like MYSELF again "

Acupuncture Medical Clinic of Maryland helps patients f ind relief from neuropathy, balance concerns, fatigue, sleep issues, chronic pain, and other health challenges through personalized treatment plans focused on restoring function and improving quality of life.

To learn more or schedule a complimentary consultation, call

(240) 885-5172 or visit www.amcmaryland.com

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Retirement travel offers a chance to slow down and see more

BY GARY BENNETT SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

For most of us, retirement offers the perfect opportunity to explore destinations we’ve always dreamed about. We now have the time, motivation and resources — hopefully — to make those dreams a reality.

Besides the excitement, relaxation and expanded horizons travel offers, it is an excellent way to remain young at heart. Travel expert Rick Steves puts it this way: “I’ve long noticed that older travelers seem younger than average in their appearance, attitudes, and energy levels. Travel is an excellent way to stay young in spirit.”

Who wouldn’t want that?

Now that you’ve reached your golden years, it’s time to plan that trip you always wanted. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a new traveler, the options and considerations are almost endless, but of course, there are people who can help.

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO SEE?

According to seven-time Best of Frederick favorite travel agent Barb Cline, top travel destinations for seniors prioritize accessibility, rich culture and relaxed pacing.

Whether you’re looking for coastal relaxation, history or guided, stressfree adventures, your personal travel style will lead you to an extraordinary trip designed for seniors. Here are some of the top destinations for seniors by travel style:

Stress-free cruising

• European river cruises: Perfect for unpacking once while exploring delightful villages along the Danube, Rhine or other iconic, old-world rivers.

• Alaska cruises: Offers the opportunity to view ocean creatures, glaciers and vast wildernesses from the comfort of an observation deck.

Culture and relaxed city exploration

• Savannah, Georgia: Known for its flat terrain, slow pace, Lowcountry cuisine and historic gardens.

• Montreal, Canada: Provides a distinct European experience right in North America, complete with open-air cafes and French cultural immersion.

Scenic escapes and resort towns

• Sedona, Arizona: Famous for spas, peaceful vacation rentals and accessible red-rock viewing areas.

• Mackinac Island, Michigan:

A wonderfully nostalgic, car-free island, perfect for enjoying horsedrawn carriage tours and the grand waterfront.

Accessible nature and parks

• National parks, including Acadia, Yosemite and Rocky Mountain: All offer stunning scenic drives, accessible visitor centers and paved trails.

• Cape Cod, Massachusetts: A leisurely coastal destination offering relaxing drives, whale watching and accessible museums.

International

• Ireland: The Emerald Isle features lush landscapes, legendary hospitality and a lively pub culture.

• Italy: Romantic Italy offers thousands of years of history combined with unforgettable cuisine and a leisurely lifestyle.

• United Kingdom: The U.K. blends rich history and timeless traditions for a unique quality of life.

HOW DO YOU WANT TO GET THERE?

Your transportation options are limited only by where you want to go and your travel style, but all modes offer pluses and minuses.

• Car: Go by car if you feel comfortable doing so. Long trips by car can be tedious, and you bear sole responsibility for a safe, stress-free trip. On the other hand, driving offers complete flexibility and a front-row seat to endless sightseeing and personal experiences.

• Bus: Book a trip by motor coach if you enjoy traveling with others, don’t mind sticking to a fairly strict schedule and want to leave the driving to someone else. Traveling by bus often offers a more comfortable experience than traveling by car.

• Train: For excursions of 500 miles or more, it is hard to top traveling by train. For those with an uneasiness about flying, train travel offers a safe, reliable and comfortable alternative. As a senior with minimal time constraints, the extra time spent traveling long distances on a train is well worth it.

• Air: Traveling by air is almost always the fastest mode of

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Gary and Ellen Bennett in Hawaii.

• Hotels vary widely in their amenities and layouts, so think about your needs before you book. European hotel rooms are often smaller than their U.S. counterparts, and many have features we don’t often see, like twin beds, bidets and half-showers. Be sure to pack your international electrical adapters, too.

• Although some do it, Cline does not recommend traveling alone. “You never know when something could happen.” Instead, travel with a partner, even if you don’t know them. “Some river cruise and land tour companies offer matching services, and some even have ‘solo’ specials where the entire boat or tour are singles. It is so much fun!”

• Be sure to take advantage of wheelchairs and electric carts at airports and early boarding for seniors.

• Book aisle seats for easy stretching, use compression socks if needed and make it a point to stay hydrated.

SENIOR TRAVEL GROUPS

transportation. If you value time savings, air travel is for you. However, don’t discount the time it takes to get to the airport, wait to board, deplane, retrieve your bags and arrange for ground transportation. It can get tedious and tiring.

• Boat: Trans-Atlantic and transPacific voyages as transportation are largely a thing of the past. But if you wish to see many destinations and unpack only once, river cruises in the U.S., Europe and Asia can be delightful. Caribbean cruises are an American staple and can be wonderful. But be warned: Large cruise ships can be crowded, overrun by children and focused on food, shows, gambling and livelier activities than you may want.

WHEN DO YOU WANT TO TRAVEL?

This may be the easiest decision of all.

Now that you’re retired, you can

pretty much travel whenever you want. Even so, it is smart to aim for off-peak times, which for most destinations are spring and fall. Traveling in early spring and late fall allows you to largely avoid several of the most exhausting things about travel — crowds, kids and the heat of summer. Often, it saves money, too.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

According to Cline, senior travel is all about pacing yourself and prioritizing comfort. Slow down your itinerary. Plan for no more than one or two main activities per day, and allow for plenty of rest days.

• Take advantage of travel insurance. Many of us avoided that expense when we were younger, but now we are more likely to need it.

• Learn how your medical insurance works overseas. Medicare is usually not valid outside the U.S., so check

your supplemental coverage before departing.

• Keep all medications in your carry-on luggage and take a picture of them to keep on your phone. Bring a change of clothes in case of delays or cancellations.

• Claim senior discounts when available. For example, travelers 62 or older can purchase the discounted America the Beautiful pass, which provides access to all U.S. national parks.

• When sightseeing, go late in the day or early in the morning to avoid crowds and hot temperatures. Touring a city by bus or boat can provide a stress- and fatigue-free overview of the city.

• Follow an intense sightseeing day with a day of rest to recharge. Grabbing a table at a sidewalk cafe, leisurely sipping a beverage and watching people can be a surprising highlight of your trip.

If planning and organizing a trip feels overwhelming, even with a travel agent, consider joining a senior travel group. They provide excellent benefits such as social connection, organized itineraries and cost savings.

Before choosing one, be sure to consider the amount of physical activity required, size of the group, travel duration and style, cost and value, social opportunities, safety and support.

Cline escorts 14 groups each year. “The pricing is usually better with more amenities and savings. I provide transportation to and from the airport. Most are small groups, which are more immersive. Travelers always make new friends!”

Here are some of the top travel groups that cater specifically to older travelers:

• Road Scholar: Focuses on lifelong

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Gary and Ellen Bennett in Venice.

‘Caring Transitions’

IT professionals blend military service and cancer care expertise into a senior service mission

BY ELIZABETH STINNETTE SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

After working for years as business partners in the IT industry, Heather Martin and Mark Warthen shared a favorite hobby: rummaging through estate sales for antique treasures. They never expected one estate sale visit to lead to their dream job.

The friends had been searching for a more stable career and the opportunity to run their own business. The estate sale that changed things for them was run by a Caring Transitions franchise. When they learned how the company provides thoughtful downsizing and senior relocation services, they decided to open their own franchise for the greater Frederick area.

“I’ve really always liked helping people,” Warthen said. “We enjoy the aspect of sharing the [seniors’] stories and helping them through a time of transition.”

According to the nonprofit Advocates for the Aging of Frederick County, nearly 15 percent of the county’s population is 65 or older. In coming years, especially as the baby boomer generation ages, that population is expected to grow at a rate three times that of the overall county population.

With many seniors opting to downsize — whether to move in with family, a smaller residence or a senior living community — Martin and Warthen

believe services like Caring Transitions will be more needed than ever.

Both Martin and Warthen have had personal experience with senior care after helping their aging parents, and they bring a heart of compassion to their franchise.

“We understand how going through your family’s personal items

and having to make the difficult decisions ... is very emotional for folks,” Martin said. “Being able to help people through that process is very rewarding.”

Caring Transitions of Frederick South offers a wide range of services — a “one-stop shop,” according to Martin.

They are there from the start to assist family members with the decluttering process, carefully packing away items that will be kept and helping seniors figure out how to organize their new space. They provide video walk-throughs and regular check-ins for family members who live outside the area, as well. Warthen said that for him, the decluttering process is a kind of treasure hunt for memories. As he helps seniors go through items, he loves hearing stories about their full lives. Their business has helped clients find long-lost items, as well. One day, Martin was going through the pockets of some old clothes when

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Heather Martin and Mark Whalen of Caring Transitions.

Heather Martin packs and preps items for an estate sale.

54 years of running

BY JACK SPINNLER SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

Idid not run track or crosscountry while attending Gov. Thomas Johnson High School in the late 1960s. Of course, I ran while playing varsity baseball and football for TJ, and while playing YMCA league basketball.

But after graduating from TJ in 1970, I gained 40 pounds in four months by eating too much in the University of Maryland dining halls. So I started jogging regularly during the winter of 1970-71 to shed some of the weight I had gained my first semester in College Park.

That winter, I heard about the ninth annual JFK 50 Mile run/hike in Washington County, which was to be held April 3, 1971. I jogged more often that winter to prepare to run it. I told some of my dorm friends about the 50-mile challenge, and seven of them wanted to join me. I also told my four brothers about it, and three of them, including my 13-year-old brother Mike, wanted to enter the run, too.

In the early morning darkness of April 3, the 10 of us drove to Boonsboro to join about 1,000 others to attempt to run or hike 50 miles in one day. Of the 10 college friends and brothers who joined me that morning, only my little brother Mike and I finished all 50 miles.

Mike and I were hooked on running that day. My “little brother” eventually grew up to be a world-class runner. He won the JFK 50 Mile in 1982, finishing in 5 hours, 53 minutes. Mike won the JFK 50 again in 1983, and today is the JFK 50 race director.

Most long-distance runners start with short running events — like 5K races, about 3 miles, or 10K races, about 6 miles — and work their way up to longer distances. But I did just the opposite.

Baltimore Marathon and started another chapter of my running career. By 2015, I had run 26 full marathons in 24 different states. Two were in Maryland, and one was in Washington, D.C.

By then, I was 63 and found that running 26.2 miles was too taxing on my aging body. So I told Anne, “I think I’d like to downshift again and start running 13.1-mile half marathons.”

I started running two or three half marathons each year, each in a different state, with a goal of completing a longdistance run in all 50 states.

That was a decade ago. I finally met that goal when I ran and trudged the Anchorage, Alaska, Half Marathon on June 21, 2025, for my last long-distance run at age 74. I did run one last JFK 50, my 21st, in 2012 after I turned 60. But this time, I really am quitting longdistance running.

So, for those keeping track — no pun intended — over the past 54 years, I have completed 21 JFK 50 Mile ultramarathons from 1971 to 2012; 26 traditional 26.2-mile marathons from 2003 to 2015; and 25 13.1-mile half marathons from 2016 to 2025.

One website listed me as having the sixth-longest career in ultramarathons: 41 years, 228 days.

After that 50-mile run/walk in 1971, I came back to Boonsboro almost every year to test my endurance by doing the JFK 50 Mile. By 1986, I had completed five JFK 50s. In some of those 15 years, I couldn’t get to Boonsboro because of my National Park ranger career assignments. Three times during those 15 years, I attempted the JFK 50 but had DNF, or did not finish, results.

Starting in 1986, I began a streak of 15 straight years of starting and finishing the annual JFK 50 Mile event, now called an ultramarathon, from age 36 to 50.

As I approached my 50th birthday, I promised my wife, Anne, that if I could complete a 50-miler at age 50, I would stop running in this annual grueling event.

So, after I completed my 20th JFK 50 on Nov. 23, 2002, I joined the JFK 50 Mile’s 1,000 Mile Club.

In 2003, Anne asked me, “What are you going to do now?”

I replied, “I think I’ll downshift and run regular 26.2-mile marathons, but I’ll run two of those each year.”

So on Oct. 18, 2003, I ran the

Along the way, I played 40 years of church league softball, 30 years of church league basketball and 10 years of Senior Olympics volleyball. I still play basketball at the Walkersville Recreation Center and have recently taken up pickleball and disc golf.

At age 74, I am slowing down, but I admire my friends who are still playing basketball in their mid-80s. Most importantly, as a Christian, my favorite Bible verse is “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” (2 Timothy 4:7 NKJV). That is my ultimate goal.

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An archive photo of Jack Spinnler in the JFK 50 Mile run in 1988.

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Mango’s color mapping makes it easy to instantly connect a word with its meaning.

From ja to Zungenbrecher

BY KAREN PEACOCK SPECIAL TO THE NEWS-POST

I’ll be traveling through Germany this fall and decided to learn at least some of the language. With the abundance of translation apps available, it might seem unnecessary. Besides, English is pretty much a universal language, so why bother?

There are good reasons to bother. An Iowa State University study suggests that studying a foreign language builds cognitive reserve and strengthens brain connections. The practice may even delay dementia symptoms by four or five years. No doubt, better brain health is a good thing.

There’s another, more immediate benefit. Locals appreciate it when visitors make an effort to speak the country’s language. Though the stereotypical Parisian has a reputation for being rude and anti-American, everyone I encountered there was friendly and patient when I dusted off my shaky high school French. That said, given the current state of international relations, we could probably use all the diplomatic help we can get.

Though I have no particular talent for languages, I assumed learning German would be fairly easy. About 60 percent of its vocabulary is related to English since both languages split off from Proto-Germanic about 2,500 years ago. I’d already picked up a few German words like ja, nein and danke. Heidi Klum added Auf Wiedersehen to my vocabulary with her farewells to departing “Project Runway” contestants.

I began my studies with homemade

translate them from German to English, I struggled going the other direction. Clearly, my project needed more structure.

I sampled free lessons on the popular language apps Duolingo and Babbel and quickly realized interactive learning was the way to go. There was enough repetition to reinforce each lesson and enough variety to keep it interesting.

my cards and creating new sentences with the words I’ve learned. This is another advantage of physical flash cards. Phones right before bed aren’t great for sleep.

flash cards featuring basics like bitte, or please; Verzeihung, or excuse me; Wo ist die Toilette?, or where is the restroom?; and Wie viel kostet das?, or how much does it cost?

Though many of the individual words were somewhat familiar, there were new rules to learn, including word order and grammatical gender. Every noun is masculine, feminine or neuter and takes the article der, die or das. Most of the time, the gender simply has to be memorized. Don’t even try to make sense of it. Spoons are masculine, forks are feminine and knives are neuter. Peaches are masculine while sausages are feminine. Pants are neuter, but dresses are masculine.

After a few weeks, I had accumulated a nice collection of flash cards. The problem was that while I could usually

Since I already have too many subscriptions, I ended up with Mango, a free language-learning app available through the Frederick County Public Libraries system. It doesn’t have as many bells and whistles as the paid apps, but it does the job. My favorite feature is its color mapping. The words in German and English sentences are displayed in matching colors, making it easy to see which words correspond and how the grammar and word order differ. It also groups idioms and phrases in the same color, so there’s no need to struggle through literal translations.

Mango also offers online flashcards. Since I already spend more than enough time looking at screens, I still prefer my analog index cards. Besides, the act of writing helps the information stick.

Experts recommend spending about an hour a day studying if you want to learn the basics of a new language. Most days, I follow a 15-30-15 routine. In the morning, I spend 15 minutes copying the previous day’s notes onto flash cards and reviewing them. Later, I complete about 30 minutes with Mango. The lessons are short, so several can be finished in one sitting. Before bed, I spend another 15 minutes reviewing

One of my favorite discoveries has been the German love of compound words. Schadenfreude, the pleasure derived from someone else’s misfortune, has entered our vocabulary, and most of us have experienced it whether we want to admit it or not. Here are a few more that deserve wider use: Backpfeifengesicht, literally “slap face,” a facial expression or demeanor that is just asking for it; Futterneid, the envy of someone else’s restaurant meal; Kuddelmuddel, a chaotic mess; Schattenparker, literally “shade parker,” for someone who is overly cautious; Torschlusspanik, literally “gate closing panic,” the anxiety that time is running out before a task is completed; Verschlimmbessern, making something worse while trying to improve it; Weltschmerz, a deep sadness about the state of the world; and Zungenbrecher. In English, this is a tongue twister. The literal German meaning is tongue breaker. Ouch!

Learning German might feel stressful if I were studying for a grade, preparing for a job or taking up too much time. Because I’m just doing it because I want to, it’s surprisingly enjoyable. I won’t be fluent by the time I arrive in Germany, but the effort will be worthwhile if I’m able to communicate, even a little.

Karen Peacock is a writer and artist who lives in downtown Frederick. She turned 70 in 2025. Her column, Beginner’s Mind, explores the joy of trying new things.

Karen Peacock

Mango offers digital flashcards, but the author prefers analog index cards.

Karen Peacock

TRAVEL

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learning, outdoor adventures and experiential programs across more than 100 countries.

• Trafalgar: Known for stressfree escorted tours and river cruises on six continents.

• EF Go Ahead Tours: Offers specialized senior tours that feature guided cultural exploration, comfortable pacing and dedicated support.

• AARP Travel Resources: If you are an AARP member, you can utilize the Expedia AARP Travel Center or AARP’s preferred providers to find member discounts and itineraries tailored for older adults.

• ElderTreks: Offers relatively small group tours to various locations around the globe.

• Intrepid Travel’s Senior Adventures: Offers a range of travel experiences for older adults, including local interactions, cultural insights and scenic explorations.

IN FREDERICK

Don’t forget about your local community groups and senior centers. They can be wonderful travel resources. For regional day trips, overnight excursions and local socialization, your local senior center or AARP chapter can offer affordable escorted group packages. For example, Frederick County’s Division of Aging and Independence offers same-day bus trips to nearby locations like the National Mall, Black Hill Regional Park, Seneca Creek State Park and Frederick destinations.

AARP Frederick Chapter 636 features multi-day trips to places like Iceland, Mackinac Island, New York City and Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Gary Bennett is a longtime Frederick resident who spends his time hiking, biking, volunteering and providing childcare for grandchildren. He is married and retired from his career as a nonprofit marketing executive.

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she found a gold charm bracelet. She sent a picture to the client, who was thrilled. She’d been searching for the item for years.

In case clients wish to sell a home, Caring Transitions of Frederick South has connections with real estate agents and local financial and estate planners. Their team provides full resettlement service to the new residence, unpacking and organizing items while taking care of the client’s comfort and safety. After move-out, Caring Transitions provides a deep cleaning service of the old residence, as well.

The bulk of the cost for these services is defrayed by an estate sale or online auction, Martin said. More expensive items get the best return with an online auction. Caring Transitions has more than 1 million registered users for its nationwide auction platform and 70,000 local bidders. Martin and Warthen’s team takes care of shipping for all items so the process is entirely stress-free. For smaller items, Caring Transitions uses local connections to advertise an estate sale.

The business partners often stress that anything clients sell will go to a buyer who’s excited about their new purchase. Once, an estate sale customer purchased a collection of Depression glass, and as she packed it into her car, she teared up.

“She told me, ‘I know how long these pieces took to collect over a lifetime,’” Martin said of the customer. “We went back and told the homeowner, and she was so overjoyed that they were going to somebody that was really going to enjoy them.”

For Martin and Warthen, the most rewarding part of their job is working with families — whether it’s children going through a parent’s belongings or a senior transitioning into a new space.

“They can put their trust and care into us to handle everything,” Martin said.

Recently, an overwhelmed family

Heather Martin packs and preps items for an estate sale.

contacted Caring Transitions after spending several months trying to downsize without success. The clients had lived in a 7,000-squarefoot home with a full basement. Caring Transitions spent two months with the family going through items, and by the time they moved into their new space, the team was able to fully unpack in two days.

“They were so overwhelmed and didn’t know where to start, and by the end of it they were overjoyed that

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they had their nice, new house with all of their most favorite items,” Martin said.

Learn more about Caring Transitions of Frederick South at caringtransitionsoffredericksouth.com or call 240-206-6755.

Elizabeth Stinnette is a freelance journalist for the DMV region who specializes in travel, human interest and local politics. In her free time, she enjoys film and visiting new places around the region.

A BETTER BATH REMODEL

SUMMER CALENDAR

SATURDAY, Aug. 1

Classes workshops and lectures

How To Be A Pet Parent!

2-3 p.m.

Emmitsburg Branch Library, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg.

Join us for an introduction to what it takes to be a great pet owner! Emily Sewell, Registered Veterinary Technician, will share tips for owners from feeding to hygiene and everything in between!

Contact: Emmitsburg Branch Library, 301-6006329.

http://fcpl.org

Community and festivals

Grace “Rocky Hill” Lutheran Church Strawberry Festival

3-7 p.m.

Grace “Rocky Hill” Lutheran Church , 10825 Coppermine Road, Woodsboro.

Join us for our famous yard sale building, delicious fried chicken platters, sandwiches, homemade soups, cakes, ice cream with strawberries and more. Music by 5.5 Men. Food service begins at 3 p.m., music at 3:30 p.m.

Contact: Elizabeth Brawner, grhchurch@gmail. com, 301-514-1297.

https://gracerockyhilllutheran.com/Events

Other

Prospect United Methodist Church Yard Sale

8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Prospect United Methodist Church, 5923 Woodville Road, Mount Airy.

On church grounds. Vendors welcome, spaces available for $15 if you bring your own table, $20 if we provide the table. Light lunch and baked goods will be available for purchase. Call the church office at 301-829-9244 to reserve a spot

Contact: Prospect United Methodist Church, prospect.marvinchapel.umc@gmail.com, 301829-9244.

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Continues through Aug. 30. Works in a variety of media. A signature of the Delaplaine’s Creative Aging Month, this annual exhibition celebrates local artists over age 70 and showcases a wide range of styles, techniques, and interests.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SUNDAY, Aug. 2

Classes workshops and lectures

Finding Your Roots: An Introduction to Genealogy

2-3 p.m.

Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick.

Join Joe Ginorio from the Frederick County Genealogical Society to learn about genealogy resources and research tips for discovering your family history. 18 and older.

Contact: Brunswick Branch Library, 301-6007250.

https://frederick.librarycalendar.com

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

MONDAY, Aug. 3

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Virtual 50+ Community Center Presents Trivia with a Twist

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun evening with friends! Join us for an interactive trivia night where “Jeopardy” meets “Name That Tune!” Grab your favorite snack, log in from

home, and get ready to play! Pre-registration required.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075.

http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

TUESDAY, Aug. 4

Classes workshops and lectures

Virtual 50+ Community Center Drawing/ Illustration Class

4-5 p.m.

Join us each week for a fun, guided drawing session featuring step-by-step instruction. Explore a variety of artistic mediums while building new skills. This free virtual program meets on Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Email VirtualSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD.gov to sign up.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075.

http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Dynamic Gentle Yoga with Mary Koster 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Middletown Branch Library, 31 E. Green St., Middletown.

This 60-minute dynamic gentle yoga class invites you to breathe more deeply, discover new strength and flexibility while honoring your limits, strengthen your concentration/ focus, and relax your nervous system. Taught in a non-competitive environment by a certified instructor, each class includes warmups, postures, breathing, and a final relaxation. Options are offered to stay safely within your pain-free range of motion. All abilities and flexibility levels are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat and any other props that you would like to use to each class.

Contact: 301-600-7560.

https://frederick.librarycalendar.com

Sports and recreation

Basketball — Senior Recreation Council 7-9 p.m.

Walkersville Recreation Center (Elementary School), 83 Frederick St., Walkersville.

Requires registration and $10 annual dues see website. Enter through gym doors on the right side of the school. Meets November through May. For seniors.

Contact: Don Sherwood, donpsherwood@ gmail.com, 301-514-5866.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Staff file photo by Ric Dugan

Isabel Adams of Sykesville runs through a water fountain at the Edward P. Thomas Memorial Pool in Frederick on a warm Monday afternoon in 2026.

SUMMER CALENDAR

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 5

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Wellness Wednesdays by Reforge

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd, Suite A, Frederick.

Every Wednesday. Free to Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans, Military Retirees, First Responders, LEO, and family members. Services differ each week, so check the webpage for a list of services available. RSVP.

Contact: Ashley, essentialhopedealer@gmail. com.

https://veteranservicescenter.org/events/

Other

Bridge Wednesday: Senior Recreational Council

1-4 p.m.

Frederick Presbyterian Church, 115 W. Second St., Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website. Contact coordinator to reserve seat. Email meliz1950@gmail.com.

Contact: Betty Mayfield, meliz1950@gmail. com.

https://srcfrederick.org

Sports and recreation

Softball: Senior Recreation Council

6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website. AprilSeptember. Practice at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Games at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Associated activity costs. Contact coordinator. Activity is open to women over 40 and men over 50.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com.

https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

THURSDAY, Aug. 6

Sports and recreation

Open Duckpin Bowling 1-3 p.m.

Walkersville Lanes, 44 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville.

Hosted by Senior Recreation Council. Not league bowling. Requires $10 annual dues. Cost is weekly cost of bowling. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Gerald Blessing, g.blessing@ieee. org, 240-651-1865.

https://srcfrederick.org/

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

FRIDAY, Aug. 7

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Fellowship Fridays

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd., Suite A, Frederick.

Fridays through Dec. 25. A free hot breakfast each Friday which includes eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, breads, muffins, fruit, juices, and Black Rifle Coffee Company coffee. Breakfast is open to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans, Military Retirees, Law Enforcement, First Responders, and their families. Breakfast is followed by a non-denominational Bible study at 10:30 a.m. Attendance is not required to enjoy a warm breakfast with others who have served.

Contact: Veterans Service Center, info@ veteranservicescenter.org. https://veteranservicescenter.org/events/

Sports and recreation

Bocce — Senior Recreation Council

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Baker Park Bocce courts, Frederick. Requires $10 annual dues. See website for details.

Contact: Terri Baker, cyclechick54@outlook. com, 301-508-0283. https://srcfrederick.org

Softball: Senior Recreation Council 6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com. https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SATURDAY, Aug. 8

Film

Virtual 50+ Community Center Documentary Series

10 a.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Explore a variety of topics in our virtual Documentary Series, offered twice each month. Participants will watch a featured film together, followed by a group discussion to share insights and reflections. Join us to learn something new, connect with others, and enjoy engaging conversations in a welcoming environment. Pre-registration required: Email VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov to sign up. Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075. http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Visual

arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SUNDAY, Aug. 9

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

MONDAY, Aug. 10

Classes workshops and lectures

Science in Flight: How STEM Makes Aviation Possible

7:30-8:30 p.m.

Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung St., Frederick.

Join Signature Aviation to learn how science, technology, engineering and math work together to shape the principles of flight. For adults.

Contact: Urbana Regional Library, 301-6007000.

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2. https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Virtual 50+ Community Center Presents Trivia with a Twist

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun evening with friends! Join us for an interactive trivia night where “Jeopardy” meets “Name That Tune!” Grab your favorite snack, log in from home, and get ready to play! Pre-registration required.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075. http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

TUESDAY, Aug. 11

Classes workshops and lectures

Adult Adaptive Program: Let’s Get Moving

2-3 p.m.

Brunswick Branch Library, 915 N. Maple Ave., Brunswick.

Join us for an hour of seated movement activities led by Bastian of AB arts LLC, a life enrichment company. Activities will include whole-body stretching, arm and leg cardio movements, and a themed dance party. We welcome all adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers for this fun, movement program. 18 and older.

Contact: Brunswick Branch Library, 301-6007250.

https://frederick.librarycalendar.com

Virtual 50+ Community Center Drawing/ Illustration Class 4-5 p.m.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075. http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Sports and recreation

Basketball — Senior Recreation Council 7-9 p.m.

Walkersville Recreation Center (Elementary School), 83 Frederick St., Walkersville. Requires registration and $10 annual dues see website. Enter through gym doors on the right side of the school. Meets November through May. For seniors.

Contact: Don Sherwood, donpsherwood@ gmail.com, 301-514-5866.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 12

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council 8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301-906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

SUMMER CALENDAR

Wellness Wednesdays by Reforge

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd, Suite A, Frederick.

Contact: Ashley, essentialhopedealer@gmail. com.

https://veteranservicescenter.org/events/ Other

Bridge Wednesday: Senior Recreational Council

1-4 p.m.

Frederick Presbyterian Church, 115 W. Second St., Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website. Contact coordinator to reserve seat. Email meliz1950@gmail.com.

Contact: Betty Mayfield, meliz1950@gmail. com.

https://srcfrederick.org

Cancer Support Group Meeting

1-2:30 p.m.

Common Market, 927 W. Seventh St., Frederick .

Community cancer support group is now meeting at this location. Anyone having cancer or touched by cancer in any way is invited to join us.

Contact: Suzanne Fioravanti, sefioravanti@ gmail.com, 301-471-5300.

Curious Iguana Presents: Thriller Author W.H. Chizmar

6-7 p.m.

Frederick Book Arts Center, 127 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Celebrate bestselling thriller author W.H. Chizmar and his solo debut novel, “Them!” This post-apocalyptic novel centers on a man trying to preserve his humanity while surviving in a changed America. Chizmar will discuss his writing process and solo debut, then answer questions and sign books. Copies of “Them” will be available for purchase at the event. 18 and older.

Contact: Rebecca Drake, curiousiguanaevents@gmail.com, 301-6952500.

https://curiousiguana.com/event/w-hchizmar-them/

Sports and recreation

Softball: Senior Recreation Council

6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road,

Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website. April-September. Practice at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Games at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Associated activity costs. Contact coordinator. Activity is open to women over 40 and men over 50.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com. https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

THURSDAY,

Aug. 13

Sports and recreation

Bicycling with the Senior Recreation Council

9 a.m.

Location to be announced. Requires $10 annual dues see website. Meeting locations vary, depending on ride location contact coordinator. Rides scheduled March through November, every other Thursday, beginning March 28 (weather permitting).

Contact: Kathy Araiza, myjamis1@gmail. com, 301-606-0064.

https://srcfrederick.org

Open Duckpin Bowling

1-3 p.m.

Walkersville Lanes, 44 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville.

Hosted by Senior Recreation Council. Not league bowling. Requires $10 annual dues. Cost is weekly cost of bowling. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Gerald Blessing, g.blessing@ ieee.org, 240-651-1865.

https://srcfrederick.org/

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Continues through Aug. 30. Works in a variety of media. A signature of the Delaplaine’s Creative Aging Month, this

annual exhibition celebrates local artists over age 70 and showcases a wide range of styles, techniques, and interests.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

FRIDAY, Aug. 14

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301-906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Fellowship Fridays

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd., Suite A, Frederick. Fridays through Dec. 25. A free hot breakfast each Friday which includes eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, breads, muffins, fruit, juices, and Black Rifle Coffee Company coffee. Breakfast is open to all Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Veterans, Military Retirees, Law Enforcement, First Responders, and their families. Breakfast is followed by a non-denominational Bible study at 10:30 a.m. Attendance is not required to enjoy a warm breakfast with others who have served.

Contact: Veterans Service Center, info@ veteranservicescenter.org. https://veteranservicescenter.org/events/

Sports

and recreation

Bocce — Senior Recreation Council

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Baker Park Bocce courts, Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website for details.

Contact: Terri Baker, cyclechick54@ outlook.com, 301-508-0283. https://srcfrederick.org

Softball: Senior Recreation Council

6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com. https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SATURDAY, Aug. 15

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SUNDAY, Aug. 16

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

MONDAY, Aug. 17

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council 8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301-906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 19

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council 8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Wellness Wednesdays by Reforge 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd, Suite A, Frederick.

Contact: Ashley, essentialhopedealer@gmail. com.

https://veteranservicescenter.org/events/

Other

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Talley Book Group — Senior Recreation Council

10:15-11:15 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center (Classroom A, ground floor), 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick. Requires $10 annual dues see website for details.

Contact: Kathy Blackstone, hkblackstone01@gmail.com, 908-7976539.

https://srcfrederick.org

Virtual 50+ Community Center Presents Trivia with a Twist

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD. gov, 301-788-1075.

http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ Virtual50

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

TUESDAY, Aug. 18

Classes workshops and lectures

Virtual 50+ Community Center

Drawing/Illustration Class

4-5 p.m.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD. gov, 301-788-1075.

http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ Virtual50

Sports and recreation

Basketball — Senior Recreation Council 7-9 p.m.

Walkersville Recreation Center (Elementary School), 83 Frederick St., Walkersville.

Requires registration and $10 annual dues see website. Enter through gym doors on the right side of the school. Meets November through May. For seniors.

Contact: Don Sherwood, donpsherwood@gmail.com, 301-5145866.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Visual

arts

Over 70 Show 2026 Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine. org, 301-698-0656.

Bridge Wednesday: Senior Recreational Council 1-4 p.m.

Frederick Presbyterian Church, 115 W. Second St., Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website. Contact coordinator to reserve seat. Email meliz1950@gmail.com.

Contact: Betty Mayfield, meliz1950@gmail. com.

https://srcfrederick.org

Sports and recreation

Softball: Senior Recreation Council 6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com.

https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Continues through Aug. 30. Works in a variety of media. A signature of the Delaplaine’s

Staff file photo by Katina Zentz

A painted lady butterfly rests on a flower during the Flower Festival at Summers Farm near Middletown in 2025.

SUMMER CALENDAR

Creative Aging Month, this annual exhibition celebrates local artists over age 70 and showcases a wide range of styles, techniques, and interests.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

Art Show 50+ Community Centers

5-6:30 p.m.

Frederick 50+ Community Center, 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick.

Explore a diverse display of artwork created by local seniors, featuring painting, drawing, quilting, pottery, woodworking, sculpting, and more. This showcase celebrates lifelong creativity and welcomes participants who wish to share the tangible works they’ve crafted over the years. Light refreshments.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075.

http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ Virtual50

THURSDAY, Aug. 20

Sports and recreation

Open Duckpin Bowling

1-3 p.m.

Walkersville Lanes, 44 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Walkersville.

Hosted by Senior Recreation Council. Not league bowling. Requires $10 annual dues. Cost is weekly cost of bowling. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Gerald Blessing, g.blessing@ieee. org, 240-651-1865.

https://srcfrederick.org/

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

FRIDAY, Aug. 21

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council

8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Disabled American Veteran Service Officer at Fort Detrick

9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic, Porter Street, Fort Detrick.

The third Friday of each month by appointment only. The DAV Service Officer will be available to provide information and prepare VA claims to obtain VA benefits for service members, veterans, their spouse and dependents. Appointments can be made by calling DAV Service Officer, Ernie Unger 301842-2562, or (cell) 301-331-0091 or email michelobqt@yahoo.com.

Contact: Ernie Unger, michelobqt@yahoo. com, 301-842-2562. http://www.dav.org

Disabled American Veteran Service Officer at Fort Detrick

9:30-3 a.m.

VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic, Porter Street, Fort Detrick.

The third Friday of each month by appointment only. The DAV Service Officer will be available to provide information and prepare VA claims to obtain VA benefits for service members, veterans, their spouse and dependents. Appointments can be made by calling DAV Service Officer, Ernie Unger 301-842-2562, or (cell) 301-3310091 or email michelobqt@yahoo.com. Contact: Ernie Unger, michelobqt@yahoo. com, 301-842-2562. http://www.dav.org

Fellowship Fridays

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Veterans Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd., Suite A, Frederick.

Sports and recreation

Bocce — Senior Recreation Council

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Baker Park Bocce courts, Frederick.

Requires $10 annual dues. See website for details.

Contact: Terri Baker, cyclechick54@outlook. com, 301-508-0283. https://srcfrederick.org

Softball: Senior Recreation Council 6 p.m.

Pinecliff Park, 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick.

Contact: srcfrederick@gmail.com. https://srcfrederick.org

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SATURDAY, Aug. 22

Film

Virtual 50+ Community Center Documentary Series

10 a.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075. http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Virtual50

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

techniques, and interests.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

SUNDAY, Aug. 23

Family

Wildwood Summer Concert: Dr. Dave Koronet

6-8 p.m.

Wildwood Park, 400 Park Ave., Mount Airy. The Wildwood Summer Concert Series will close out its final show with a performance from Dr. Dave Koronet! Please bring a sitting chair or blanket to watch the show.

Contact: Nancy Hernandez, nhernandez@ mountairymd.gov, 301-829-1424.

http://www.mountairymd.gov

Visual arts

Over 70 Show 2026

Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick.

Contact: Jackie Clark, jclark@delaplaine.org, 301-698-0656.

https://delaplaine.org/event/ over70show2026/

MONDAY, Aug. 24

Health

Exercise: Senior Recreation Council 8:55-10:10 a.m.

Talley Recreation Center, 121 N. Bentz St., Frederick.

Meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Requires $10 annual dues. See website and contact coordinator.

Contact: Sally, sallywselby@gmail.com, 301906-1296.

Cost: $2.

https://srcfrederick.org

Other

Virtual 50+ Community Center Presents Trivia with a Twist 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Virtual event, Frederick.

Contact: Michael Poist, VirtualSeniorCenter@ FrederickCountyMD.gov, 301-788-1075. http://www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ Virtual50

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

CLUES ACROSS

1. Listen to 5. Presents

10. A type of guitar

14. Actor Idris

15. A citizen of Iran

16. Pretentiously artistic

17. Harness

18. Diamond weight measurement

19. “Better Call __”

20. Fervent support

22. Male cat

23. Jewish spiritual leader

24. Disposed to venture or take risks

27. A way to nail

30. Cool!

31. Women’s __ movement

32. “Losing My Religion” rockers

35. Step-shaped recess

37. A princess can detect it

38. Tractor-trailer

39. Leslie and Leon are two

40. Color at the end of the spectrum

41. Lines where fabrics are sewn

42. Dodgers great Hershiser

43. Floor covering 44. Traveled aimlessly

45. Rocker Stewart

CLUES DOWN

1. German courtesy title

2. Ancient Greek personification of mercy

3. Jewish calendar month

4. Family of longlegged frogs

5. Photo

6. Delivered a speech

7. Lute used in Indian music

8. Decorated

9. Cease to stand

10. The bottom layer

11. Member of a Semitic people

12. Part of a ticket

13. Defunct monetary unit

21. Challenges

23. Body part

25. Tell on

26. By way of

27. Shady green alcove

28. Egyptian city

29. __ and flowed

32. Widens a hole

33. Eurasian wheat

34. Act incorrectly

36. “Be back later”

37. Al Bundy’s wife

38. Ocean

40. Large root eaten as a vegetable

41. Units of subjective loudness

RAP

RUTABAGA 41. SONES

BBL

MISDO

EBBED 32. REAMS 33. EMMER

ARBOR 28. CAIRO

VIA

RAT

RIB

DARES

SYLI

STUB

ARAB

BASAL

SIT

ENAMELED

PEG 38. SEA

SAROD

ORATED

PIC

RANID

ABIB

ELEA

NECK

PAYNE

PERU

IBIS

AGLET

MARI

BARI

PALEA

CLUB

SABER

BAT

RABIA

SEPARATES

SRO

SEN

TAT

ROD

ROAMED

RUG

OREL

SEAMS

RED

BIBBS

SEMI

PEA

RABBET

REM

RAD

DAREDEVIL

RABBI

TOM

RABID

SAUL

CARAT

REIN

ARTY

IRANI

ELBA

BASS

POSES

HEAR

46. Body art

47. Congressman (abbr.)

48. No seats available

49. Breaks apart

52. Hand gesture

55. Ballplayer’s tool

56. Sword

60. Baseball team

61. Upper bract of floret of grass

63. Italian Seaport

64. Mars crater

65. Tube on a shoelace

66. U. of Miami mascot

67. South American nation

68. Video game series “Max __”

69. Upper body part

43. Music genre

44. A way to drench

46. Popular hot beverage

47. Silk-like cotton fabric

49. Rumanian city

50. Come back

51. Vaccine developer

52. Canadian law enforcers

53. Wings

54. Observational comedian Bill

57. Small fry

58. __ Clapton, musician

59. Take a chance

61. Semi-liquid food for babies

62. Consumed food

Here’s How It Works:

SUDOKU

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