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Home Sweet Home

March 2023 PUBLISHER

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Home. So much contained in that little four letter word. Home is our grounding. Our base. Our launchpad. It’s where we start and end each day. And while the particulars look different for each of us, the meaning and value it holds is undeniable. Author Wendy Wunder said, “The magical thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.” As we thought about our annual Home Edition, we wanted to highlight different ideas, resources and inspiration that would leave you feeling grateful for your space and motivated to make it even more fun, comfortable and undeniably YOU! Curated with you in mind, the pages ahead will get you thinking about your next home project, bring you up to speed on design trends and maybe even bring you to tears. If you’re reading this, then you are likely enjoying it from the comfort of your home. Not everyone is so fortunate to have a safe haven they can call their own. Wait until you meet the huge hearts of the Steadfast House team who are doing something about that for our homeless youth here in Frederick. Wow. The way our community comes together to meet real needs never ceases to amaze me. We love hearing from readers who keep this magazine for longer than just the month labeled on the cover. Some say they hold onto it for months as coffee table art—a useful accessory in their home that ties them to their community. We feel so grateful and proud to create a resource that is valued in Frederick County and we strive every month to deliver on that and more. Thank you for the privilege of being a part of your home. For those of you who haven’t stopped shivering since December, hang in there—spring is coming!

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Comfortable, Original, Affordable,

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36 Scandinavian Determination

Esther Caulton Dares to Take the Leap to Reach Her Dreams

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Cindy Morgan Creates a Forever Home for Homeless Youth in Frederick County

58 Lafayette Federal Credit Union Committed to Excellence with a Personal Touch

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Shepherd's Staff In-Home Care brings peace of mind to elderly clients by helping them live safely in their homes. Caregivers are very involved in educating people about their own care and connecting with each client so families can feel assured that their loved ones will receive the care and attention they need. Shepherd's Staff provides light housekeeping, memory care, meal planning, caring companionship and more. Shepherds-Staff.net

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local experiences The best places and things to do in our area.

There are few things we love more than the comfort of our own home. Upgrade and personalize your living space inside and out by shopping and engaging with our home and design merchants who provide cozy, creative and beautiful establishments to enhance your digs.

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interior design store, specializing in personal, honest and reliable service. Experience the beautiful mix of furniture, fabrics, lighting, art and countless accessories. 102 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD SWEET CLOVER : A vintage home decor and artisan marketplace housed in a converted 1900s dairy barn on Springdale Horse Farm with 30+ unique and talented dealers, artisan and consignors. 4051 Stanford Court, Frederick, MD GR EAT STUFF BY PAUL: Explore the 50,000 square foot showroom and warehouse loaded with imported and U.S. repurposed industrial antiques. Wholesale prices for everyone and voted Frederick’s #1 Antique store. 257 East 6th Street, Frederick, MD VINTAGE MC: Vintage MC in Downtown Frederick has the area's largest selection of authentic mid-century modern furniture and accessories for your home. 24 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD R ELISH DECOR : A lifestyle boutique known for a stylish selection of tabletop housewares, kitchen furnishings and unique gifts. 38 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD Vintage MC

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When it comes to flooring, the trends seem to hold fast until a new and great product gets introduced. One of those types of products came into the industry some years back. Also known as LVT (Luxury vinyl tile) and LVP (Luxury vinyl plank), these products have held the top spot for quite a few years because of what they have to offer—waterproof and resistant to scratches, stains and dents. LVT and LVP come in a wide range of colors and designs, and cost less than wood flooring but provide a similar look.

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Real wood flooring is still a popular choice. You cannot beat the beauty of real hardwood flooring. The thinner strip wood is a dated look; the wider planks are the most popular. The hand-scrapped, distressed and chiseled look provides beauty to any home. Laminate, a hot product from some years past, is making a comeback. Laminates are cost-effective and relatively easy to install in a home. They are durable and stand up to staining and scratching, making them particularly useful in properties with children and pets.

Carpet trends this year focus on the softness of the new fibers and the ability to be easily cleaned. The new graphics and patterns have made carpet a great choice in areas where you want that soft feel. Carpet can also be used to make a stylish and modern statement. Low-pile options can help you retain a sleek and polished look while still benefiting from the softness, insulating and sound-dampening properties. Natural fibers continue to be the choice for high-end users.

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Ceramic tiles are a staple product that has been around for ages. This season, statement tile selections are all the rage. Tile is durable, easy to clean and perfect for water-prone locations in your home. Decorative tiles come in a wide range of patterns and stylistic choices to make a statement. With the new tiles that are out there today, design and color are endless. It is a product that will last for years to come if installed correctly. ThompsonFlooringMD.com

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C.O.A.S.T. DESIGNS Reappearing in a different way seems to be a theme of Wendy Campbell’s life. As a child, she moved to Frederick with her military family. After college, she never returned to Frederick. That is not until her husband landed a job in the Washington, D.C. area. Of all their metropolitan choices, with the support of her family, Wendy returned to Frederick. This time as a wife and mother and with a new idea in mind. When her children were young, Wendy had been a teacher. Then she worked in real estate, buying “fixer-upper” homes to make reappear as welcoming and comfortable options for a new family. Doing so on a reasonable budget was a critical key. Many of the aspects of the old homes were repurposed and a passion emerged. Wendy loves the challenge of taking something old and changing it to something with a new design, style and/or purpose. She began repurposing furniture and selling it in two booths at a shop in Savannah. She took college courses in Interior Design from a graduate of the highly regarded Savannah College of Art and Design. Her friends would ask for some advice and assistance, then shower her with compliments on the appeal of her design ideas. Over time Wendy developed her eclectic style.

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Because she loves the coast, Wendy’s design business and shop are called Coast Designs. “It is also an acronym for my goals,” she shared. “The letters stand for Comfortable, Original, Accessible, Stylish and Timeless.” The primary objective in her design work is Comfort, first and foremost. “A comfortable and welcoming home is essential,” she said. “After all, it’s where my clients begin and end their day.” Many of her design projects are quite Original because of her repurposing passion and skill. With a really slow supply chain and lead time problems for furniture these days, repurposing provides a new look with nearly immediate gratification. You’ve heard the saying “They just don’t make things like they used to.” Wendy says that’s particularly true for real, solid wood casework and upholstered goods. “In addition to reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing, the end result of a repurposed item is something with history and a long future,” she says. Wendy believes everyone deserves to love where they live. Making design services Accessible to all is essential to her. A one-hour consultation for choosing a new color for a wall or a room is an easy step toward a smile-generating new look. Uniquely, she offers a menu of services from ideas to major projects to make design services at some level possible for whatever fits her clients’ dreams and budgets. Speaking of dreams, if you share a home with someone, you know one person’s vision of a change doesn’t always match the co-resident’s vision. In fact, changing the look of your home means giving up some control over your living space and your comfort zone. It’s uncomfortable. “Sometimes I feel like a therapist or marriage counselor,” Wendy commented. “But everyone deserves to have a space or product that brings them joy. I’m married. I have children. I understand. Everyone deserves to love where they live.” Style is so personal. We often doubt that a designer will “get” us. “Some people wonder how a designer will really know what appeals to them. But, I’m usually intuitive about a client’s style. We all give away little clues,” Wendy said. “I’ve lived in coastal, cottage and colonial. I love modern and mid-century,” she stated. “No matter what the period or style, good design is Timeless.” Having people visit her brick and mortar Coast Designs shop is helpful. She can conduct some of her design meetings there. Plus, it’s also easy for most people to find elements in the shop that fits their taste. It’s very eclectic and creates conversational clues in style. Just like in a home where designers like Wendy will focus on a color or piece the client frequently

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mentions, there are pieces in her shop that draw focus to a style preference. It’s amazing how a great designer can totally refresh your home by simply moving things around. Those of us who have furnished and then lived in a home for fifteen or twenty years see the status quo. The fresh eyes of a designer can repurpose a chair, a lamp, a painting or even an entire room, thereby totally enlivening one’s living space. Too often we think of staging as only something we do when selling a home. Wendy is quite skilled at that, but she can also give you new reasons to fall in love with the home you currently have. She is very creative at using something in the same way in a different place, modifying the original intended use of something or totally changing the look and form of an object. “My goal is to provide a home that is affordable, inspiring, beautiful, functional, practical and comfortable for the entire family,” Wendy shared. That’s a big job. Her favorite thing about being a designer is helping people create a home that they will love. As a former teacher and mother of a special needs child, it’s part of her style. Coast-Designs.com

REFRESH YOUR SPACE FOR 2023 • While neutral paint colors are still in for walls, add colorful accent accessories. • Add color and seasonal texture to your textiles, like velvets and corduroys for colder months and silks, linens, cottons for the warmer months. • A great way to make high impact is with wallpaper. It’s a great design element that can add color and a perceived texture. The newest ones are easy to install and remove. Add them to the walls, but also to a tabletop under glass or inside a box. Use one with woodgrain on a cabinet door.

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When you meet Esther Caulton, a soft-spoken woman with gentle mannerisms, you don’t see the iron inside. Rather than forged in the fire, perhaps her iron was forged in the cold. Born and raised in Stockholm, Sweden, Esther became very independent and determined at an early age. No parent drop off or school bus for this city girl—she took the subway to school. Esther also fell in love with languages early on. She had opportunities to study English in England during the summers. And in 1988, her parents sent 15-year-old Esther as an exchange student to Florida for a year. The experience exceeded her expectations. Since her mother worked for the Swedish State Department, Esther hoped she would seek an assignment at the Embassy of Sweden in Washington, D.C. In 1990, she acquired a threeyear posting, just as Esther was accepted to a college-prep foreign language program. During her time in the United States, Esther experienced larger and more diverse opportunities than she would have in Sweden. After earning the equivalent of a Master’s in Education in her home country, Esther jumped into life. With her suitcase, determination, mastery of several languages and a J-1 trainee visa, Esther left for Washington, D.C. Almost immediately, this iron-willed young woman applied to several private schools. Subsequently, she was hired as an intern teacher

at the Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School. She stayed on permanently as a French, Latin, basic modern Hebrew, and basic Spanish teacher, and the school sponsored her green card helping her on the path to US citizenship in 2008. Although Esther loves languages, teaching them wasn’t her passion. She knew there was something else for her. When she and her new husband bought a home, Esther was enamored with the process and fascinated with every detail. After studying during pregnancy with her second child, Esther became a Realtor in 2010. “The slow market at the time gave me an opportunity to get my bearings,” Esther said. Using her diplomatic community connections, she became somewhat of a relocation expert. “I was working mostly with high-end rentals for embassy staff,” Esther said. “But that grew into buyers.” Success grew as Esther and her family moved from Montgomery County to Frederick County. “I’m not an overnight success,” she said. “Real estate isn’t like that. I’ve been growing my business for thirteen years...there were a lot of transferable skills and knowledge that came from teaching.” Esther says she’s still a teacher in several ways for both new and experienced buyers and sellers. Teaching and her mother’s job in diplomatic protocol for the Swedish State Department provided organization

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Esther and her husband Michael, have lived in Brunswick for 9 years and love raising their family in Frederick County, Maryland.

and people skills. In their reviews, clients comment on her communication skills of clarity and understanding, along with her thorough and deliberate research. “My father was a government lawyer, but had a love for interior design and he liked to take my sister and me to visit castles, historic churches and state buildings every other weekend. At 20, I subscribed to Architectural Digest, Elle Decor and a Swedish design magazine. I obviously inherited the love for design and architecture as well as my attention to details and contracts from my father.” Based on her past and her dreams, Esther became a real estate broker in 2022. As a lifelong learner, she sees this as a new opportunity and creative outlet. She wanted a local presence and wanted the opportunity to continue teaching and guiding new agents. As an independent woman believing in the American Dream, it’s also not surprising that one of her reasons was wanting something that was uniquely hers. Creativity runs in Esther’s family. Her husband is the marketing arm of the brokerage. He photographs all her listings

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Established in June 2019, Steadfast is eager to open the doors of its first “transformational” home, with a mission to provide safe housing in a caring, supervised and home-like environment for unaccompanied homeless youth and for youth transitioning out of foster care. Steadfast aims to lift our local youth out of homelessness and poverty, and restore their unique hopes and dreams. According to the Maryland Youth Reach Survey, there are at least 145 unaccompanied homeless youth in Frederick County. (Many believe this number is likely much higher because these youth tend to stay below the radar.) We spent some time with Steadfast Founder and Executive Director Cindy Morgan, President of the Board Richard “Benny” Bienvenue, Vice-President of the Board Cary Plamondon, Esq. and House Lead Kelly Christiano, to learn more about the opening of the Steadfast house as they prepare to welcome their first “family members.”

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND AND HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED WITH STEADFAST? Cary: I am an attorney and do some pro bono legal work. I got involved with Steadfast through the CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate for children) program. As a CASA advocate, you are assigned a youth that is in the foster care system and you help represent them in court...They may be taken out of their home due to neglect or abuse. They may be with a foster family...This opened my eyes to how great the need was in Frederick. When I met Cindy and some other women who are in the CASA program...remarkably most of us served male youths in their teenage years. We learned a lot about what the struggles are for youth when they don’t have adult support. So, when Cindy said, “We need a place for these youth to go.” I said, “I’m in!” Benny: I ran a residential school for juvenile offenders, older teenage boys, for 27 years. Cindy came down one day. She told me she wanted to create a home for

kids who needed a place to stay. We talked for a bit...I could tell that this was going to work!…I decided to help because it’s a mission that is extremely needed without a doubt. Kids are staying on couches and in cars and all that stuff. Listening to Cindy more, and the fact that she was going to give up a good job to do this…I said to myself, “WOW! That type of commitment and passion is going to be successful!” I was getting ready to retire after 47 years of working with kids, but I decided I had to be a part of Steadfast…I’ve seen lots of youth facilities and homes that just don’t work. But, I knew that this would work. She invited me to be on the Board and I said, “Of course!” Cindy: Benny started Our House from scratch. So, when I came into this new field...he helped me to navigate through the nonprofit world. Kelly: I am a social worker by trade. It’s a pretty big honor for me to be Steadfast’s first employee in the role of House Lead.

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“It really, truly does take a village. Everybody has a part to play. Everybody has a purpose. Everybody has something to bring to the table and it brings it all together.” - CINDY MORGAN, FOUNDER OF STEADFAST

I met Cindy when we collaborated on a different program. The more we talked and got to know each other, we discovered we were on the same wavelength about how services should be delivered and how people should be treated. We really connected. It was time for me to transition from where I was and start something new. Cindy said, “I have something new for you!” Cindy: It’s been a little over a year...Kelly has helped us grow leaps and bounds. She has made her stamp on this home as well. She has helped us really propel forward.

HOW DID STEADFAST ORIGINATE? Cindy: My dad, Robert Hemby, grew up in foster care beginning at age four through graduation from high school. He went through four different foster care families. During high school, he was with a foster care family and the mother passed away. The father moved out of the home and told my dad he could live there by himself. Basically, he was abandoned. The house had no electricity or running water...So, he hunted and fished and went to school and played football and he eventually graduated from high school. During his high school years, nobody knew how he had been living. He stayed below the radar. ...My mom and dad were high school sweethearts. When my mom graduated from high school, they immediately got married because all my dad ever wanted was a home and a family. They immediately started having us and there are five kids in our family. He was a really hard worker. He believed in God. He was a survivor and a very strong man and broke that chain.

As I got older, he shared more with me about his unfortunate experiences in foster care...He shared with me that the social services would come and interview him in these homes in front of the foster families. There was never anyone that was there to stand up for him. Years later, I learned about CASA and thought, “This is what my dad needed.” I decided to volunteer for the CASA program...What I learned is that about 50% of youth getting out of foster care become homeless within 18 months. Robert (the same first name as my dad), my CINA (Child In Need of Assistance), had a HUGE impact on me, as it was his journey through the Foster Care system that inspired me to open a home. I want him to know that his life has made a difference for others. [About three years ago], God laid it on my heart to start a home and here we are. (We will open one for homeless young females once we are strong and operating.)...I had a very good job with an airline but decided to step down during Covid. The airline gave me an opportunity for early retirement and that allowed me to be 100% all in!

WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE CHAIRS? Kelly: Cindy’s vision for the chair was for “Everyone to have a seat at the table.”...We have youth coming from traumatic backgrounds, never having a home-like environment. Cindy said, “We want this to be as homelike as possible.” And I said, “What is more ‘home’ than having your seat at the dinner table?” One thing we want is for the youth to have this visual that they have a seat at the table. So, we

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give them a chair to decorate however they want. It’s their chair forever. They can either leave it here or take it with them when they transition out, and they are always welcome to come back to Sunday dinners. They always have a place at their Steadfast home. Cindy: And that’s very symbolic, too! We want them to know that if they need something, we are here for them. They can pick up the phone. They can say, “I’m having trouble with this. What can I do?”...If you want to be, you are a part of our family. It’s not forced, but we’re here for you.

WHAT DIFFERENTIATES STEADFAST? Kelly: We have learned that significant changes don’t happen outside of significant relationships...you don’t learn from [a] workshop, you learn from people. Many of us that grew up in homes with loving, supportive adult relationships; we learned how to drive a car or get a bank account from our parents or grandparents or someone who loved us…in a process over time... We’re aiming to provide an atmosphere that cultivates significant relationships first so that the learning and behavioral changes will come. Cary: We already have a list of volunteers that are ready to help in that regard. We have mentors...and potentially grandparent mentors...The other important thing is that we’re not reinventing the wheel. There are so many great non-profits in Frederick. So, we’re tying into as many as we can...We can’t wait to get open because there are so many people out there who want to be a part of this. It’s exciting! Cindy: If it’s already out in the community in another non-profit or organization, we’re connecting with those organizations and working together. If it’s not in the community, then we offer it here at Steadfast.

WHAT IS ONE THING YOU WANT READERS TO KNOW ABOUT STEADFAST? Benny: Steadfast is effective and workable. It will really teach young men to get out on their own, put their lives together and be successful. This will work!

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Cindy: I really want to recognize FCF church for gifting this house for a very long-term agreement that is rent-free. I went to Pastor Randy Goldenberg to share what was on my heart and what we were doing. I went to him asking for prayer. He asked, “what do you need?” I told him we really need a house. He said, “Well, we have a house!” They have been so generous. Cary: Just because you don’t see youth homelessness, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist here in Frederick. We idealize Frederick a lot because it’s a great place to live. There are a lot of things that go unperceived. We would love the Frederick community to be aware that this is a problem and that a big need does exist. Kelly: The term “transitional housing” is the idea that there is a transition between homelessness and permanent, forever housing. We provide “transformational housing.” The idea that you’re not going to leave how you came...While most transitional housing offers one year, we give youth up to three years. This provides time to grow up, get skills, have a stable foundation and have lasting relationships. Cindy: I’m surrounded by so many amazing, wonderful people. It really, truly does take a village. Everybody has a part to play. Everybody has a purpose. Everybody has something to bring to the table and it brings it all together. So, it’s been quite a beautiful and interesting journey to where we are now–which is a really good place. SteadfastMD.org

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In 2022, JR Capital renovated 125 West Church Street, just steps away from Baker Park. This one bedroom, one bath, 740 square foot historic home is available for Air BnB guests as well as a place for local organizations to meet and have a creative space to work. There is also a dedicated workspace—a private room with wifi that is well-suited for working.

This gorgeous, historic apartment is located in one of the premier locations in Downtown Frederick, across from Baker Park. Enjoy the lake, biking, running, walking, tennis courts and many local events and concerts throughout the year. And, it's just steps away from a plethora of award-winning restaurants, shops and breweries. This stately, high-design space has two levels. The upper level contains the living room, dining room, bedroom and full bath. The lower level includes a bar, movie theater room, poker room and half bath. Perfect for any special occasion, celebration or luxury living, this historic building is suitable for staying in or going out. It is large enough for multiple guests to live or work in the space. All finishes have been newly-renovated. Reserve for an anniversary weekend, wedding preparation suite, celebratory events or the everyday. The options are endless! Jessica R. Underwood, Esq., founder and principal of JR Capital Build, is committed to encouraging more women and minorities to enter the building trades and real estate development, as well as creating affordable housing for her community. She’s been named Builder of the Year by FCBIA, a “40 Under 40 Leading Woman” by Maryland’s Daily Record, and a “Woman to Watch” by Sass Magazine. Her work has received multiple awards from Frederick County Building Industry Association and has been featured by Martha Stewart, Hewlett Packard, Fox, Frederick Lifestyle, Frederick Magazine and more. She sits on the

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Lafayette Federal Credit Union (LFCU) is a full-service, not-for-profit, financial institution that has been committed to delivering an exceptional banking experience for over 85 years. A person who joins Lafayette Federal becomes an owner, unlocking member-exclusive benefits and personalized 24/7 service. There are eight LFCU branch locations serving Maryland throughout the Greater Washington area. While there are currently no Lafayette Federal branches in Frederick County, members have access to over 30,000 surcharge-free ATM’s, including many here in Frederick.

Becoming a Member Has Advantages Through membership, people have the opportunity to take advantage of tools and resources to help them succeed, including a college scholarship program, rewards program, Xfinity services and more. Lafayette Federal’s members experience support each step of the way through their individual financial goals. In comparison to a bank, Lafayette Federal offers fewer fees, nation-leading rates and personalized services. Lafayette Federal upgraded online banking as well as the mobile app to a more robust, user-friendly platform where LFCU products and services can be opened or accessed at any time. Plus, access to Lafayette Federal’s worldwide network of surcharge-free ATMs and shared branches makes banking flexible for members.

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A Lifelong Financial Partner Members can depend on a high level of individual focus and commitment from their financial partners at Lafayette Federal. The credit union philosophy “people helping people” guides the connection made with each member in helping them achieve their financial goals. Mortgage loan officers frequently check in with home buyers and strive to anticipate their questions to bring peace of mind throughout the process of purchasing a home. A mortgage professional will work hard to find the answers to questions that cannot be immediately solved and maintain a partnership through the purchase or refinance process and beyond.

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Tivoli Discovery Series: Shane Guerrette

NEW SPIRE ARTS 15 W. PATRICK STREET | 7:30 AM Enjoy the new sound of upstate New York artist, Shane Guerrette. Drawing influence from classic soul and roots rock genres, Shane crafts his own retro-flavored sound. With a recent self-released debut album called “Here’s Hoping” and plans of touring in the near future, you’ll want to keep an eye out for what’s to come from this rising star. Suggested ticket price is $10 (or pay-whatyou-want). WeinbergCenter.org MAR CH 4 TH

Leprechaun Luau: Signature Event of The Rotary Club of Frederick

FREDERICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE FIELD HOUSE, 7932 OPOSSUMTOWN PIKE | 4:00 PM Established in 1920, the Rotary Club of Frederick has funded dozens of projects that have helped make our community a better place to live and work. All food, beer, margaritas and entertainment are included in your ticket price of $65.00 and a chance to win the grand prize: a trip for two, compliments of Cruise Holidays of Frederick! TheLeprechaunLuau.com MAR CH 4 TH

WISH Morning Meeting with Guest Speaker Karen Smith Racicot

CANAPES CATERING, 550 HIGHLAND STREET | 8:30 AM Join WISH (Women Inspiring Supporting Helping) at their morning meeting as they welcome guest speaker Karen Smith Racicot, author of I Didn't See That Coming!, which

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Maple Syrup Festival

CUNNINGHAM FALLS STATE PARK, WILLIAM HOUCK AREA | 10:00 AM The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites the public to celebrate the Maple Syrup Festival at Cunningham Falls State Park this March. (This has been a staple for over 50 years!) Park staff will demonstrate the traditional way of simmering sap to syrup. Guests can take a hike on the self-guided Storybook Trail. $3 donation per person is requested. VisitFrederick.org M A RC H 1 8T H

Unity in Music

TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 703 W. PATRICK STREET 4: 0 0 PM National Day of Prayer Frederick in partnership with the Faith Striders present Unity in Music, a benefit concert to support the 10th Annual Youth Prayer Rally. NationalDay Of Prayer-Frederick.org M A RC H 2 5T H & 26TH

Easter Egg Hunts at Green Meadows Farm

GREEN MEADOWS PETTING FARM 10:00 AM Easter Egg Hunts will be all day between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. Participating children will get a Hunt Ticket with the purchase of a farm admission. New this year is our Easter Trail to walk on the way to see our Easter Bunny, Whiskers! Admission includes a free hunt as well as our regular petting farm fun (hayride, free animal feed, pig races and more!). GreenMeadowsEvents.com

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A peek at what’s ahead: bold cabinet colors, statement hardware and swaths of stone. When designing your dream kitchen, it’s important to balance timeless features with elements that reflect your personality and design aesthetic. You may not plan to remodel your kitchen each year (does anyone do that?), but that doesn’t mean there aren’t creative ways to keep your space feeling modern and fresh. We spoke with interior designer Brooke Cover about the trends in kitchen design she’s seeing this year, touching on everything from cabinet colors and lighting to tile and countertop combos she’s loving.

TAKING THE COUNTER MATERIAL UP THE BACKSPLASH Although the iconic subway tile backsplash is timeless in its own right, Brooke says she is seeing a big shift toward marble slab backsplashes — which add drama and depth to the kitchen. Not only is it easier to clean than tile, but a marble backsplash and countertop also sets the tone for the entire space and makes a big statement.

WARMING UP THE WHITE We doubt the classic white kitchen will ever completely go out of style, but trends show people are going away from the white kitchen and gray cabinets. They’re opting for white mixed with warmer wood tones, dark greens and blues. Some homeowners are mixing vintage in with the new and modern through butcher block islands or other unique cabinetry choices. Black is making a bold comeback in some kitchens, while others usher in warmth through painted islands or other darker contrast tiles in the bar area. You don’t have to leave behind the timelessness when you warm up your space if you opt for equally timeless black and wood-stained accents. If you want a quick refresh, consider adding pops of wood through cutting boards or other decor accents on countertops or open shelves.

CONTRAST, CONTRAST, CONTRAST! From painted and stained islands to dark lower cabinetry with bright white uppers and mixed lighting fixtures, contrast is the name of the game this year. You’ll see this juxtaposition between clean white and darker colors or even this year’s favorite - greens and blues - all over newly designed kitchens. You’re not breaking any rules by coordinating sculptural pendants over the kitchen island with more vintage-inspired gooseneck sconces over the standalone bar or a chandelier over the eat-in kitchen.

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