Frederick County Guide – Fall 2015

COMMUNITY & RELOCATION

Frederick County Snapology Offers Learning with Lego County Launches ‘Seniors First’ Initiative Hundreds of Holiday Happenings

PUTTING A

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Full Service Bank Centers in Frederick County Antietam Bank Center

198 Thomas Johnson Drive Frederick, MD 21702 Manager: Kristie Stottlemyer

Crestwood Bank Center 6910 Crestwood Boulevard Frederick, MD 21703 Manager: Kai Bradley

Patrick Bank Center

30 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701 Manager: Tammie Jones

East Frederick Bank Center 490 Monocacy Boulevard Frederick, MD 21701 Manager: Michael McIntyre

Walkersville Bank Center 200 Commerce Drive Walkersville, MD 21793 Manager: Yvonne Reeder

FCB Call Center (301) 620-1400

Retail Lending

Ann Seiss (240) 529-1535

Beverly Wastler (240) 529-1584

FREDERICK COUNTY BANK

www.fcbmd.com

e Community Bank for Frederick County

CELEBRATING 36 YEARS OF A FREDERICK HOLIDAY TRADITION

PRESENTED BY

Maryland Regional Ballet

Friday, December 11 F 8:00 pm Saturday, December 12 F 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm Sunday, December 13 F 2:00 pm Artistic Director Joyce Morrison

Guest Artists from NEW YORK CITY BALLET* *cast subject to change Featuring Students from Frederick School of Classical Ballet

Orchestra & Mezzanine $30 F Rear Orchestra $28 F Balcony $16 For Tickets Call 301-600-2828 Weinberg Center for the Arts • 20 West Patrick St. • Frederick weinbergcenter.org • group sales available

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Q UICK REFERENCE CO NTACT S EMERGENY NUMBERS

NON-URGENT NUMBERS

HELPLINES/CRISIS INFO

POLICE/FIRE/AMBULANCE

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

ADULT ABUSE/PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY)

POISON CONTROL

FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

911

1-800-222-1222

NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER: Report Chemical/Oil Spills & Chemical Biological Terrorism 1-800-424-8802

301-600-2100

301-600-2071

FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE MARSHALL 301-600-1479

301-600-2635

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY) 301-600-2464

FREDERICK COUNTY CRISIS & INTERVENTION HOTLINE

UTILITIES EMERGENCY

MARYLAND STATE POLICE (FREDERICK BARRACKS) 301-600-4151

HOSPICE OF FREDERICK COUNTY

GAS - WASHINGTON GAS

BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS, AND EXPLOSIVES (ATF)

MISSING CHILDREN MARYLAND

Electric - Allegheny Power 1-800-255-3443 1-800-752-7520

443-965-2000

WATER/SEWER

301-662-2255 240-566-3030

toll free: 1-800-843-5678

NATIONAL RUNAWAY SWITCHBOARD

301-600-2194 or 301-600-2187

toll free: 1-800-RUN-AWAY

SUBSTANCE ABUSE (FREDERICK COUNTY) 301-600-1775

G E NERAL N UM BERS YOUTH CRISIS HOTLINE

FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TOURISM COUNCIL 301-600-2888

FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

VITAL RECORDS

toll free: 1-800-422-0009

301-600-9000 www.co.frederick.md.us

ANIMAL CONTROL

301-600-1546 301-600-2558 (emergency-after hours)

BULK TRASH PICK-UP 301-600-1035

CITIZEN SERVICES 301-600-1063

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 301-600-1100

COUNTY COURTHOUSE 301-600-1976

FREDERICK SENIOR CENTER 301-600-1605

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 301-600-1029

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES 301-600-4555

ELECTIONS

301-600-VOTE

FAMILY PARTNERSHIP 301-600-22062

301-644-5000

301-600-1061

HUMAN RELATIONS 301-600-11093

HUMAN RESOURCES

301-600-1029

WORKFORCE SERVICES 301-600-2255

FREDERICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

301-600-1070 301-600-2315 (24-Hour Job Line)

301-662-4164

LANDFILL INFORMATION

301-663-5895

301-600-1848

LIBRARY INFORMATION 301-600-1630

OFFICE FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES 301-600-1063

FREDERICK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS FREDERICK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 240-566-3300 www.fmh.org

MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

PARKS AND RECREATION

toll free: 1-800-950-1MVA www.mva.state.md.us

PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF FREDERICK COUNTY

301-600-1646 301-600-2313

PLANNING AND ZONING 301-600-1138

RECYCLING

301-600-2960

TRANSIT (TRANSPORTATION)

301-663-0011

THE ARC OF FREDERICK COUNTY 301-663-0909 www.arcfc.org U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 301-695-2803

301-600-2065

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Frederick County FALL/HOLIDAY 2015

­­­­­A FREE QUARTERLY PUBLICATION FOR THOSE ON THE MOVE AND THE RESIDENTS OF FREDERICK COUNTY.

*No intent was shown by the editor to be partial to any individual, group, or event. Any omission in our resource listing sections was completely unintentional. Should anyone who is not listed herein desire to be included in the next Frederick County Guide, please contact Donna Elbert at 301-662-6050, or email publisher@pulsepublishing.net.

Deadline for the Spring issue is March 9, 2015. If you are currently listed and have recently experienced an address or phone number change, please contact the editor to update your listing.

PUBLISHER Donna S. Elbert publisher@pulsepublishing.net EXECUTIVE EDITOR Melissa Howes-Vitek melissa@pulsepublishing.net EDITOR Molly Fellin Spence molly@pulsepublishing.net CREATIVE Jessica Ferretti, Creative Director Ragged Write Design www.RaggedWriteDesign.com COVER PHOTOGRAPHY iStockPhoto ­SALES & MARKETING Donna Elbert publisher@pulsepublishing.net 301-662-6050, x 11 CONTRIBUTORS­­­­ Pat Barron Duane Doxzen, Rosa Garcia, Charissa Hipp, Maxann Keller, Lisa A. McCrohan, Adrienne Moretz, Robin Santangelo, Jen Waldo ACCOUNTING­­­ Joanne Baum bookkeeper@pulsepublishing.net DISTRIBUTION distribution@pulsepublishing.net PUBLISHING COMPANY Pulse Publishing, LLC 12 S. Market St., Suite 101 Frederick, MD 21701 p. 301-662-6050 | f. 301-662-5102

Photo by Mary Kate McKenna

The final months of 2015 are upon us. Soon we will have fewer hours of sunshine to enjoy each day.

And as we welcome the cooler, crisper air to the Frederick region, we will also usher in a season full of special events and, eventually, holiday happenings. For a story detailing holiday-themed goings-on in Frederick, see the story on Page 58. And for a full list of all of the great things the region has to offer this autumn and holiday season, head to the Calendar of Events listings, starting on Page 66.

One unique event, occurring for the first time this year, is something called Repudiation Day, a historic commemoration of the role that the 12 justices of the Frederick County Court played in defying the English king and Parliament 250 years ago. See more about the schedule of events for this special historical happening in the Community section, on Page 13 As our focus moves toward the indoors, parents search for appropriate activities for the little ones when playgrounds are no longer an option. One place to look is Snapology, newly opened in Frederick. Snapology offers children an environment in which to create and interact with materials, such as Lego building blocks, enabling them to explore solutions through hands-on “playful” learning. Classes are offered at a variety of schools and community centers around Frederick County. Find out more on Page 34.

And finally, starting on Page 16 is a new section we’re proud to introduce to the Frederick County Guide. In each new edition of the guide starting with this one, we’ll feature useful information about our furry friends. Our inaugural Pets section includes an interview with a group of Frederick veterinarians, asking questions about how to care for our pets during the various upcoming holidays.

There’s a little something for everyone in this issue of the Frederick County Guide, just as there’s always a little something for everyone all around the county. Enjoy!

WEBSITE www.thefrederickguide.com The Frederick County Guide is a quarterly publication of Pulse Publishing, LLC. Customer inquiries should be directed to Pulse Publishing, LLC. Manuscripts, drawings, photography, and other submissions must be accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. The Frederick County Guide is not responsible for unsolicited material. All contents of this publication are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced in whole or in part for any reason without prior consent of the publisher. The Frederick County Guide makes every effort to ensure accuracy of its resource listings, but does not hold responsibility for incorrect or missing information.

Advertising Information, Comments, Questions Please call 301-662-6050 or email us at publisher@pulsepublishing.net We wish to thank our advertisers for their continued support!

Many thanks to the countless Frederick County residents and employees who offered their time and insight to add to the content of this issue.

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FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE | FALL/HOLIDAY 2015

Molly Fellin Spence, editor molly@pulsepublishing.net

CONTENTS THIS ISSUE: FALL/HOLIDAY 2015

IN THE COMMUNITY & PETS 13 Parade for Repudiation Day 15 Honoring Hospice 16 Keep Pets Safe This Season HISTORY 21 Making Merry in Frederick REAL ESTATE 25 Many Families Call Frederick’s Historic District ‘Home’ BUSINESS 26 Interesting New Shops

in the County

16

Keep Pets Safe This Season

21 M aking Merry in Frederick

CHILD CARE & EDUCATION 33 Diverse Educational

Opportunities Abound 34 Snapology Offers Learning with Lego HEALTH CARE 42 What & Who Really Matter?

SENIOR LIVING 47 Frederick County Launches

‘Seniors First’ Initiatives TRANSPORTATION 50 TransIT’s Secret Ingredient

to Economic Development

26

Interesting New Shops in the County

34 Snapology Offers

Learning with Lego

33 Diverse Educational

Opportunities Abound

58

ARTS & LEISURE 54 City Field Honors Kehne 58 Hundreds of Holiday Happenings 68 Calendar of Events TOWN OFFICES & SERVICES 76 Brunswick 76 Burkittsville 76 Emmitsburg 77 City of Frederick 77 Middletown 79 Mount Airy 79 Myersville 80 New Market 80 Rosemont 80 Urbana 74 Thurmont 81 Walkersville 81 Woodsboro

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A Day at the Spa Swedish Massage (70 min), Signature Facial, Spa Manicure, NUVO Pedicure & Lunch order online or by phone

Spa Packages starting at $158 or personalize your own

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Westview Promenade Near Regal Cinemas

There’s something for everyone at MET this Holiday Season!

IN MA S ER RT . G cOu AINS T S Y RM T RK ND GE uR l MA RA ST. cO BEA R BY c BY RK NDY NE AFE K A I O S M RA AN SH BO Mu BY ND SuZ ON A BY lIS S A RIc D lY TE OR Ec EcT R I D DIR Al SIc Mu

DEC 4 – JAN 3

JUNIE BIN JONES

JINGLE BELLS BATMAN SMELLS!

The

Comedy Pigs OCT 16 & 17 @ 9PM NOV 20 & 21 @ 9PM DEC 12 @ 10:30PM

DEC 18 – 20

Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St, Frederick 301-600-2828 weinbergcenter.org

NOV 28 – JAN 3

Voted Frederick’s Best Theatre Group

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Buckeystown, Maryland

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It’s a New Day at the Days INN IN FreDerIck The Days Inn Hotel in Frederick, MD is only 40 miles from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland. Also a convenient hub for Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, and Harpers Ferry, West Virginia.

Frederick City/County is home to some of the nation’s most historic landmarks and breathtaking countryside. We offer spacious 2-double bed, 2-queen bed, and king guest rooms, handicapped and non-smoking rooms that boast a variety of features.

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CO MMUN I T Y

PARADE WILL COMMEMORATE

F R E D E R I C K’ S ROLE IN HISTORICAL DEFIANCE

BY PAT BARRON OF THE SARGENT LAWRENCE EVERHART CHAPTER OF THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

In 1904, a plaque that lists the names of the 12 men who Repudiated the Stamp Act was placed in the Frederick County Courthouse

Photo courtesy of DAR of Frederick

To commemorate the 250th anniversary of what is now called Repudiation Day, the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, joined by both the Frederick Chapter and the Carrollton Manor Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and the Tourism Council of Frederick County, will host a series of activities in Frederick in late November.

Most activities will occur in or around Frederick’s City Hall, at 101 North Court Street. The location is within yards of where the original events played out 250 years ago, when the 12 justices of the Frederick County Court defied the English king and Parliament and ordered all business to continue without the official stamped paper required by the Stamp Act of 1765.

A myriad of events is scheduled for Nov. 21 to commemorate the historical event.

The court record book in which the judges’ decision is recorded, on loan from the Maryland Archives, will be on display.

A reenactment of the well-documented parade by the celebrating citizens of old Frederick Town will form up at 11 a.m., in front of City Hall.

Community participation is encouraged for the parade. Area residents who possess clothing or a costume representing the mid-1700s period should wear it and help others travel back in time to the events that helped lay the foundation of the American Revolution.

The parade will follow the sidewalks of old town Frederick, with a few stops along the way and will take about 45 minutes.

Those participating in the parade include the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Color Guard, the Frederick Town Fife & Drum Corps, “citizens of the town” carrying the coffin in which the Stamp Act was

symbolically laid to rest and people carrying signs expressing their feeling about the Stamp Act. Once back at City Hall, there will be a brief ceremony on the front steps, then activities will move into the City Hall meeting room.

Guest speakers will relate the history of the period and the story of everyday people doing extraordinary things to secure their rights and liberties. Adults and children interested in the history of Frederick and this period in Colonial America should find the presentations informative and educational.

+ Visit the Sergeant Lawrence Everhart Chapter for additional information at http://sonsofamericanrevolution.com

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626 N. Market Street, Frederick MD

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Frederick County, Maryland is consistently ranked as one of the “Best Places to Live” by news sources such as “The Washington Post,” CNN and websites such as Livability and Movoto. Hospice of Frederick County is one organization that makes this community such a wonderful place to live, and that fact has now been affirmed by two national organizations.

Hospice of Frederick County recently received the 2015 Circle of Life Citation of Honor, presented by the American Hospital Association and National Hospital and Palliative Care Organization.

HFC is one of only two recipients in the United States for the 2015 recognition, which celebrates programs that have made great strides in palliative and endof-life care.

For 35 years, HFC has responded to the Frederick community’s ever-developing changes and needs by offering a variety of programs such as grief support groups, the Kline House and Camp Jamie.

Serving the community continues to be the privilege of Hospice of Frederick County, and its staff and volunteers are thankful that the community trusts them to be a part of their lives during some of the most difficult times they will experience.

The Circle of Life Selection Committee was “particularly impressed with Hospice’s robust culture… and exceptional community partnerships and outreach to the community.”

Laurel Cucchi, executive director of Hospice of Frederick County, was honored to accept the award for Hospice’s many strengths, including embracing a variety of cultures and belief systems.

“At Hospice of Frederick County, we strive to offer services that are supportive, helpful and respectful,” Cucchi says.

“Our goal is to relieve suffering, never to be the cause of it, and that’s especially important with traditionally underserved communities.”

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the town, which is home to the Maryland School for the Deaf. So the hospice hosted a two-day training session with sign language interpretation and now has a small cadre of volunteers ready to assist deaf patients and families.

“If we see a need, we identify and pursue it,” Cucchi said. “If it’s around death or dying or grief, it fits within our process.

It’s our responsibility to do something about it, and we have the expertise.”

The following was taken from AHA’s Circle of Life publication, distributed to medical readers across the country, and includes a profile on HFC’s innovative community partnerships:

Strong community partnerships are a hallmark of HFC. The organization partners with the religious community, hosting representatives of churches, temples and mosques to learn about the delivery of hospice care. They, in turn, train others within their communities to further broaden the message. HFC works with Way Station, an innovative nonprofit that provides a medical home to people with behavioral health needs and provides palliative care services to them.

It also partners with a program called Planting Hope that provides medical care and resources for the underserved and is part of regular coalition meetings with the local health department.”

“Friends and family members of hospice patients often choose to later volunteer for hospice. But this volunteer request was a little bit different — it was from the son of a man who had died in Hospice of Frederick County and was, like his parents, deaf. Hospice leaders realized it was a wonderful opportunity to build a connection with the deaf community of

Dr. Eric Bush, Medical Director of Hospice and Pain & Supportive Care, believes that HFC has grown and thrived because its leaders listen to patients and families and respond to what the community needs.

“The main thing I’ve learned is to listen to my patients and my families,” Bush says.

“You need to take the time to listen…if you want to make the program better.”

Hospice of Frederick County was recognized for: • Innovation in palliative and endof-life care embedded in a larger system of care • Offering a broad range of services • Approaches tailored to the partner organization needs • Outreach to traditionally underserved groups

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VETS’ ADVICE:

KEEP PETS SAFE THIS HOLIDAY The holiday season is upon us, and everyone, even our beloved pets, are getting ready to partake in all of the festivities. With the excitement that builds around Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and other celebrations toward the end of the year, it can be easy to forget the small, necessary actions and precautions to take in order to keep our pets safe. We asked the professionals at CARE Veterinary Center in Frederick to offer some advice about common issues that can crop up for our furry friends this time of year.

Q:

During the Halloween season, candy is seemingly everywhere.

A popular belief is that eating chocolate is very dangerous for dogs and other pets.

Is this true? Are other types of candy safe? What should pet owners do if a pet accidentally eats some Halloween candy?

A:

Yes, chocolate is very dangerous for dogs, and this holds true for all chocolate. Dark chocolate can be more toxic, but milk chocolate and white chocolate can be dangerous as well. Should your pet accidentally ingest candy, chocolate in particular, you should call animal poison control, and in severe cases, see a veterinarian immediately.

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Q:

As Thanksgiving approaches, many folks are prepping a large turkey feast for the humans. Is it OK to feed scraps or bones from the turkey to pets?

Q:

A:

A:

You should not be feeding pets table scraps, and especially not bones. Human food can cause pancreatitis, choking, gastrointestinal (GI) upset and possible GI obstruction.

Instead, you can make your fur-babies a special Thanksgiving treat using dog-safe ingredients.

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During the holidays, relatives and friends are visiting our homes more often. What’s your best advice for helping anxious pets in dealing with extra houseguests?

Make sure your pet has a “safe place” to hide while houseguests are visiting. Let your guests know to ease around your pet. Let your pet come to them in their own time. Ask guests not to feed your pet unless it is treats approved by you.

PE T S

Q:

Many folks travel during the holiday season, and must leave their pets behind to be cared for by a friend or neighbor, or perhaps at a local kennel.

What should pet owners be sure to do for their pets before leaving for a trip?

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Have a plan in place for the person taking care of your pet. This includes leaving a list of medications and medical issues, information about special diets and temperaments and contact information for primary and emergency vets. Also, make sure to have a special toy, article of clothing, or special bedding to keep them comfortable. And don’t forget to give them an extra snuggle and kiss before you leave.

We’ve heard that some types of holiday decorations, such as poinsettia plants or tinsel, can be harmful to pets. Is this true, and how can we protect our pets from being harmed by our holiday decor?

Poinsettias and certain types of lilies can be toxic to pets. Don’t leave decorations, poinsettias, or lilies where pets can get to them. Keep a close eye on your pets and put certain things in closed rooms when pets are unsupervised.

Ingestion of decorations can cause GI upset and obstruction, which can lead to serious medical emergencies.

Q:

As the weather turns cooler, what should pet owners keep in mind with regard to caring for their pets?

A:

Even though they have fur, your pets can still get cold. Avoid leaving them outside in harsh weather. Use pet safe ice salt and keep pets on a leash when ice patches are present. They can seriously hurt their paws and are at risk of slipping, which can result in injury. Try to exercise them inside during cold winter months.

+ CARE Veterinary Center’s main location is at 1080 W. Patrick St., in Frederick. Call 301-662-CARE (2273) or go online to carefrederick.com to find out more or to make an appointment.

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CO MM U N IT Y LI S TI N G S

LIFE COACH

FITNESS

COACHING HER: PERSONAL TRAINING AND LIFE COACHING FOR WOMEN

BARRE EAST

14 N. East Street Studio 3 Frederick, MD 21701

Liz King 305 E. Patrick Street Frederick, MD. 21701

www.barreeast.com (301) 378-2938

SHERRY BURGEE BACH & ASSOCIATES

5301 Buckeystown Pike, Suite 105 Frederick, MD 21704

sherry@bachrealestate.com www.bachrealestate.com Office: (301) 695-9600 ext. 118 Cell: (240) 446-2524

www.coaching4her.com (240) 397-6437

THE YMCA OF FREDERICK COUNTY Downtown Y

REALTORS

PET CARE

1000 North Market Street Frederick, 21701

CARE VETERINARY CENTER

1080 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21703

www.frederickymca.org (301) 663-5131

www.CareFrederick.com (301) 662-2273

Green Valley Y

11791 Fingerboard Road Monrovia, MD 21770

www.frederickymca.org (301) 607-6900

WILLIAM R. TALLEY RECREATION CENTER

121 North Bentz Street Frederick, MD 21701

http://md-frederick.civicplus.com 301-600-1492

Knives · Kitchen Cutlery Darts & Supplies · Sharpening

CARROLL CREEK FARMERS’ MARKET “CELEBRATING AUTUMN” Saturday, October 3, 12-5pm Stroll along Carroll Creek in downtown Frederick & shop for local greatness!

CONTACT CATHERINE EFFLAND AT 301-600-3850 FOR MORE INFO

7TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN IN BAKER PARK Friday, October 23, 6:30pm $6.00 City / $8.00 Non City CALL 301-600-1492 TO REGISTER FOR A TOUR (PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED)

CARRIAGE RIDES Holiday Weekend Carriage Rides in December Enjoy a festive ride through downtown Frederick.

CARRIAGE LEAVES EVERY 30 MIN FROM MARKET STREET IN FRONT OF BREWER’S ALLEY

Cinderella Carriage Holiday Weekend Carriage Rides December 18 & 19

Pre-registration is required, Maximum number of riders will be 4.

CARRIAGE LEAVES EVERY 30 MIN FROM MARKET STREET IN FRONT OF BREWER’S ALLEY

Cookies and Carriage Holiday Light Tour Thursday, December 17 5:30-8:30pm

200 N Market St Frederick, MD

301-620-0321 www.edgeworksonline.com

Location is at the Skater’s House at Culler Lake Home decoration & light tour will be held in the Baker Park vicinity.

Riders can enjoy cookies and hot cider in the Skater’s House.

301-600-1492

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Just ‘tap the app’ for digital movies, music, audio and comic books 

NEW– Playaway Educational Tablets

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Community Concerts, Films, and Author Events

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What’s Your Story?

Send us your favorite story about your FCPL branch

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HIST ORY

MAKING MERRY IN FREDERICK COUNTY

BY DUANE DOXZEN

Photos courtesy of the Historical Society of Frederick County

The Puritans couldn’t kill it, and neither could Ebenezer Scrooge. Christmas remains one of the most celebrated holidays across the globe.

Nowhere is it bigger, brighter or flashier than in the good old USA. The current cultural phenomenon of Christmas crept its way into the national consciousness in the early 19th century. Then, Christmas fever swept over the land following the Civil War, thanks in part to some whimsical illustrations of a certain jolly old elf by Thomas Nast published in Harper’s Weekly. The unique celebration of December 25 has grown each and every year throughout the country.

When it comes to Christmas celebratory excess, Frederick County can hang with the big boys. Area residents have been putting the merry in Christmas for more than 200 years.

In the late 1800s, the Frederick Skids

Band adopted Christmastime as its own.

Formed in 1879, the group took its name from a popular ditty of the day and declared “Friendship, Love and Fun” as its official motto. Under the direction of Professor George Edward Smith, the Skids took to roaming through Downtown Frederick leading up to Christmas and through New Year’s Eve, serenading businesses and homes, sometimes drawing several hundred revelers.

Afterward, band members and their growing menagerie returned to the Skid’s headquarters, where much imbibing was intimated. When one of their after-playing socials was reported in the Frederick NewsPost, the paper felt obliged to explain, “Why the Prohibitionists did not Demonstrate.”

By the early 20th century, public celebration of the Yuletide became less spontaneous and raucous, but doubtful less spectacular or fun. In the 1950s, annual parades were organized by the Chamber of Commerce

with local businesses preparing floats to escort Santa Claus through Downtown Frederick. Thousands of residents from throughout the county lined Market Street to catch a glimpse of Santa and enjoy the holiday sales and festive atmosphere. Over at the Francis Scott Key Hotel, where scores of holiday parties would be held, the lobby was extravagantly decorated and included a 20-foot fir tree.

For some today, Christmas primarily is a joyous observance of a special birth that occurred more than 2,000 years ago.

For many people of myriad religious orientations, it is a season of making merry and spreading cheer, of taking everything—eating, buying, decorating— over the top. Here in Frederick County, we’re still getting into the holiday spirit by gathering together as a community— sometimes in the street, other times in churches, or even in line at the mall.

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Downtown living isn’t just for the young or kid-free anymore. If you take a stroll through the quaint historic streets of the City of Frederick, you’re sure to see a mixture of young professionals, families and long-time residents living as neighbors.

It’s this unique mix of young and old, families and single people that makes our city special. But why are so many families specifically opting for the hustle and bustle of small city life?

Not so long ago, during the housing boom of the 2000s, there was a huge increase in desire for a large single-family home with a two-car garage in the suburbs. Once the housing market collapsed, urban living, especially multi-family housing, soared in popularity. Now that the market is beginning to level out, an urban exodus may be in our future, but not for those that feel connected to Frederick city’s charm and nearby fun.

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“My family decided to live in the Historic District of Frederick because we enjoy being close to several parks, a great library, museums and other fun activities,” said Marie Brantley, a Frederick resident. “We chose a downtown row home because the neighborhood is diverse. There are a mixture of young professionals, families and long-time residents that have watched the city grow and evolve.”

Many families who call Downtown Frederick home are choosing to reside in a variety of row homes and town homes peppered throughout the city. Whether you marvel at the large framed historic row homes anchored by celebrated churches or enjoy the more distinctive narrow versions, you’ll soon notice that these dwellings have housed families for centuries.

These unique architectural details are just one thing that makes living in Downtown Frederick wonderful The next time you are strolling through the city, take a closer look to appreciate the homes’ 19th century influences and architectural styles. Take a selfguided walking tour through the city’s architectural history with help from a newly released guide (available online at www.cityoffrederick.com/documentcenter/ view/4701). Highlights include:

East 3rd Street, between Chapel Alley and Maxwell Avenue As the downtown core developed, many of Frederick’s 19th century brick dwellings were renovated to accommodate growth and rural to urban migration. As you walk along East 3rd Street, notice the diversity amongst the town homes. These residences range in size and grandeur, from row houses to large, detached structures. Compass and segmental arches cap many of the entryways and windows at the street level.

These unique architectural details are just one thing that makes living in Downtown Frederick wonderful.

Realtor Sherry Burgee of Bach & Associates, says she believes many are drawn to the Frederick area because of such dwellings, but stay for other reasons as well.

Italianate Style of Church Street Homes Architectural significance is not only expressed in public buildings, as Frederick also has a diverse selection of residential dwellings from grand, free-standing structures to elegant town homes and modest row houses. The Italianate style is identified by the façade’s decorative cornice and bracketing, and the typically narrow and tall window and door openings capped with triangular pediments detailed in the Eastlake style. This latter detail can be found on buildings throughout the city.

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I think people are drawn to our city because it is rich in history, but yet cultivates the urban mindset needed for continued growth and support,” Burgee said.

“City dwellers now have access to housing, jobs, markets, restaurants and arts, all within a safe walkable area. I think the downtown architecture and the row houses are a great representation of our history and are the foundation of all that our community represents.”

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Greg Forsythe and Andy Rogers had a grand plan: to create the area’s best burgers and finest wings, serve them fresh and hot, and as quickly as possible. They’ve put their plan into action via Rex’s Downtown Grill, newly opened on the corner of Maxwell Alley and West Patrick Street in Downtown Frederick.

The eatery features wings and tenders, burgers (full size and sliders), hot sandwiches, and big salads, plus a bevy of sides including fries (regular or sweet potato), cole slaw and mac and cheese. The perfect compliment to a great big burger and fries? Milkshakes, of course. Rex’s has those, too, in vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry. Draft and bottled beer is also available, alongside the usual fountain soda and iced tea lineup.

Aside from the tasty, convenient food, Rex’s is notable for its beautiful renovation of one of downtown’s oldest buildings, formerly home to The Deli, a Frederick institution for more than three decades. www.rexsdowntowngrill.com 57 East Patrick St., Frederick 240-651-5278

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Buying a pretty necklace or a great statement watch is one thing. Finding a place to adjust your watchband or repair your clasp is another. There aren’t many places around that offer such services. But at George’s Girls in Mount Airy, you can buy a great new piece, and have it appraised and/or repaired in the same shop. Located in the historic downtown, this jewelry boutique carries one-of-a-kind handmade pieces from local artists and American craftsmen, alongside familiar national brands, such as Pandora. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for a loved one or great necklace or pair of earrings for your next special event, this store is just the place to find what you desire. www.georgesgirlsjewelry.com 233 S. Main Street, Mt. Airy 301-829-1040

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Jenn Goodwin and Daisy Price are no strangers to the Downtown Frederick shopping scene. Price is owner of Daisy’s Salon and Body Boutique for years and Goodwin is manager of her family’s gift shop, Flights of Fancy, just around the corner from the salon. The two joined forces recently to open a new shop in Everedy Square, called A Girl’s Best Friend. Its brick-and-mortar shop is full of classy accessories, ranging from vintage-inspired to modern styles, classic to edgy, chunky to understated. And head to the Internet for even more selection of jewelry, handbags, clothes, shoes… if you can wear it, you’re likely to find it at this fun, new boutique. www.agirlsbestfriendboutique.com Everedy Square Courtyard 16D N. East Street, Frederick 301-676-5707 FALL/HOLIDAY 2015 | FREDERICK COUNTY GUIDE

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“There are many options for families to choose from in the county based on a number of factors like income, religious affiliation, creativity or unique learning styles,” said Doris Huff, certified teacher and Frederick County Public Schools substitute teacher. “I’ve seen students excel in various environments by teaching at many of the schools in the county.”

evaluate a school overall performance.

Many people have debated that this standardized approach to teaching and learning can be limiting. However, the government funding is an asset when children need special education and student services, these resources are typically readily available at no cost to families.

If you’re at a standstill between public or private, think about the fundamental differences. Funding is one.

Private schools, on the other hand, are largely self-governing. This autonomy allows them to develop independent curriculums that don’t necessarily adhere to the state’s standards. They are free to administer their budget to programs that best fit their educational approach, such as a greater focus on the arts. Funding is commonly generated through tuition, grants, donations and fundraisers.

Federal, state and local governments fund public schools. As a result they have to adhere to the state’s common core standards. These education principles are a set of college- and career-ready standards for kindergarten through 12th grade in language arts and mathematics.

Assessments are given during the school year to monitor students’ progress and to

An advantage that many parents gravitate towards in private schools is smaller class sizes and thus more teacher/student interaction; however, keep in mind that private school teachers are not required to meet the same certifications as public school teachers. Additionally, some private schools do not have the same funds available for special education and stu-

dent resources. If tuition is a matter of concern, don’t shy away from the private school opportunity. Many offer financial aid or assistance based on income.

There are also three public charter schools in Frederick County, two Montessori and one classical school.

Perhaps the easiest way to think of a charter school is as a combination of a public school and private school. They are publicly funded and independently governed. Take all the aspects you like about private schools (i.e. curriculum f lexibility) with the pros of public school (i.e. public funding and special education resources) and you have a public charter school. In order to attend any of the Frederick County charter schools, students must be admitted through a state-mandated lottery system.

There is no right or wrong answer when it comes to selecting the type of school or education that works for your child.

Think about what will encourage him to learn and then research what options support your educational endeavor in Frederick County.

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Frederick County Public Schools Pre-K Programs FCPS offers pre-kindergarten programs to all students eligible for free or reduced price meals.

To enter the pre-kindergarten program for 20112012, a child must observe the 4th birthday on or before September 1, 2011. Students are selected first on eligibility for free or reduced-price meals.

Additional factors that increase a child’s risk of not being successful in school may then be considered. Applications are available at the designated schools, and registration begins the first day of parent-teacher conferences in March. Enrollment is limited. (Excerpted from www.fcps.org.)

Frederick County Head Start Frederick County, MD (301) 600-1024 Frederick County Public Schools Pre-K Frederick County, MD (301) 644-5000

FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (FCPS)

Green Valley Elementary Monrovia, MD (240) 236-3400 Hillcrest Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-3200 Kemptown Elementary Monrovia, MD (240) 236-3500 Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, MD (240) 236-3750 Liberty Elementary Libertytown, MD (240) 236-1800 Lincoln Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2650 Middletown Elementary Middletown, MD (240) 236-1100

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Middletown Primary Middletown, MD (240) 566-0200

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Monocacy Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-1400

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MOTHER SETON SCHOOL

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Myersville Elementary Myersville, MD (240) 236-1900

Ballenger Creek Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2500

New Market Elementary New Market, MD (240) 236-1300

Brunswick Elementary Brunswick, MD (240) 236-2900

New Midway Elementary Keymar, MD (240) 236-1500

Carroll Manor Elementary Adamstown, MD (240) 236-3800

North Frederick Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2000

Centerville Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 566-0100

Oakdale Elementary Ijamsville, MD (240) 236-3300

Deer Crossing Elementary New Market, MD (240) 236-5900

Orchard Grove Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2400

Emmitsburg Elementary Emmitsburg, MD (240) 236-1750

Parkway Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2600

Glade Elementary Walkersville, MD (240) 236-2100

Sabillasville Elementary Sabillasville, MD (240) 236-6000

EDUCAT I ON Spring Ridge Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-1600

Middletown Middle Middletown, MD (240) 236-4200

Tuscarora High Frederick, MD (240) 236-6400

Thurmont Elementary Thurmont, MD (240) 236-0900

Monocacy Middle Frederick, MD (240) 236-4700

Urbana High Ijamsville, MD (240) 236-7600

Thurmont Primary Thurmont, MD (240) 236-2800

New Market Middle New Market, MD (240) 236-4600

Walkersville High Walkersville, MD (240) 236-7200

Tuscarora Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 566-0000 Twin Ridge Elementary Mt. Airy, MD (240) 236-2300 Urbana Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-2200 Valley Elementary Jefferson, MD (240) 236-3000 Walkersville Elementary Walkersville, MD (240) 236-1000 Waverley Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-3900 Whittier Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-3100 Wolfsville Elementary Myersville, MD (240) 236-2250 Woodsboro Elementary Woodsboro, MD (240) 236-3700 Yellow Springs Elementary Frederick, MD (240) 236-1700

FCPS MIDDLE SCHOOLS Ballenger Creek Middle Frederick, MD (240) 236-5700 Brunswick Middle Brunswick, MD (240) 236-5400 Crestwood Middle Frederick, MD (240) 566-9000 Governor Thomas Johnson Middle Frederick, MD (240) 236-4900

Oakdale Middle Ijamsville, MD (240) 236-5500 Thurmont Middle Thurmont, MD (240) 236-5100 Urbana Middle Ijamsville, MD (240) 566-9200 Walkersville Middle Walkersville, MD (240) 236-4400 West Frederick Middle Frederick, MD (240) 236-4000 Windsor Knolls Middle Ijamsville, MD (240) 236-5000

FCPS HIGH SCHOOLS Brunswick High Brunswick, MD (240) 236-8600 Catoctin High Thurmont, MD (240) 236-8100 Frederick High Frederick, MD (240) 236-7000 Governor Thomas Johnson High Frederick, MD (240) 236-8200 Linganore High Frederick, MD (240) 566-9700 Oakdale High Ijamsville, MD (240) 566-9400 Middletown High Middletown, MD (240) 236-7400

FCPS CHARTER SCHOOLS

Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter School (240) 578-0452 Frederick Classical Charter School (240) 236-1200 Monocacy Valley Montessori Public Charter School (301) 668-5013 Pre-kindergarten through eighth grade students are enrolled through a lottery system and attend classes grouped in mixed ages and abilities.

OTHER FCPS SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS Adult Education/Flexible Evening High Walkersville, MD (240) 236-8450 Career and Technology Center (240) 236-8500 FCPS Excel Schools At designated schools, students performing below grade-level standards are required to attend school beyond the regular hours and/or days of operation in order to receive specialized instruction.

FCPS Fast Forward Through agreements with various post-secondary institutions, the FCPS Fast Forward program is an opportunity for students to earn college credit for certain high school classes in which they achieve a grade of “B� or better.

FCPS Gifted and Talented, Enrichment (301) 696-6891 Based on multiple performance criteria, students with outstanding capabilities and specific academic aptitudes participate in enriched and accelerated learning activities.

FCPS Heather Ridge School (240) 236-8000 Provides a transitional educational program for all secondary students who require a highly structured setting. It is a challenging and rigorous learning environment that prepares students for graduation, post-secondary education, and career development.

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ED U C AT ION FCPS High School Academies The following programs are available to students countywide at the high schools listed: Brunswick­– Teaching Academy; Catoctin–Environmental Academy; Frederick–Advanced Placement Diploma Academy; Governor Thomas Johnson–Arts & Communications Magnet; Linganore–Junior ROTC Magnet; Middletown–Advanced Placement Experience Academy (APEX); Tuscarora–Pre-Engineering Academy; Urbana–International Baccalaureate (IB) Magnet; Walkersville–Pre-Engineering Academy. Out-of-district students must provide their own transportation, and enrollment may be limited. For more information, contact school guidance office.

OTHER EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH FCPS Earth And Space Science Laboratory (240) 236-2694 The Earth and Space Science Laboratory is located at Lincoln Elementary School and may be used by all students in Frederick County. Emphasis is placed on use by grades 1-5. Planetarium programs are open to the public.

English Language Learning (ELL) (240) 236-8763 Promotes successful integration into mainstream academic programs for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 whose first, or primary, language is not English and who have limited English proficiency. ELL students new to Frederick County are assessed for English language proficiency. The ELL department recognizes the importance of parental involvement and provides interpreters for parent conferences and many translated documents.

Even Start (240) 236-8780 Located at Hillcrest Elementary and Rock Creek School, Even Start is a federally funded grant program offering classes four days per week for qualifying families served by Waverley and Hillcrest elementary schools. This family literacy program targets families in need of Adult Basic Education or English Language Learner classes. Parents and their young children birth through age 8 participate in various program components: adult education, parenting, early childhood education, interactive literacy activities, and home visits.

FCPS Summer Programs Our schools offer a variety of summer remedial, enrichment, and credit courses for all grades during the summer. An elementary Summer Success Program helps currently enrolled students who have not met the county readiness standard for the next level. In addition, regular summer school is offered to middle school students who need to repeat or review a core course taken during the school year. High school students can make up a failing grade, have an opportunity to improve a previously earned grade, or earn credit for a course not taken. Information about courses, locations, and fees is available in the spring from school principals.

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Judy Center (240) 236-8770 Prepares students for academic success in school through a combination of high-quality childcare, educational experiences, and comprehensive family services. Based at Waverley Elementary, the program also offers services at Hillcrest and Lincoln Elementary. Judy Center services are available to all families residing in those school districts with a child through age 5.

Learning/Language Support (301) 696-6887 The Learning/Language Support Program provides specialized intervention addressing the needs of students identified as having phonics-based reading difficulties. Teachers are trained to identify appropriate students and implement strategies for remediation. This program is available in all elementary and middle schools.

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(301) 696-6894 Provides supplemental instructional services to meet student needs in some schools with a high concentration of low-income families. Emphasis is on additional assistance in reading and mathematics.

HOMESCHOOLING RESOURCES

Frederick County Public Schools Office of Pupil Personnel (301) 644-5238 When new to Frederick County and considering homeschooling, contact the Frederick County Public School’s Office of Pupil Personnel for information on how to proceed with home instruction.

Maryland State Department of Education For a list of “Nonpublic entities registered with the Maryland State Department of Education to Supervise Home Instruction of Maryland Students” visit: www.msde.state.md.us/nonpublic/home_instruction/table_contents.htm.

Homeschool Frederick!

An educational portal for the homeschool community in Frederick, this site provides resources available through umbrella groups, Student Services personnel in Frederick County Public Schools, hybrid organizations, businesses, and others interested in the homeschool community. The site provides an extensive list of homeschool support groups or umbrella organizations in Frederick County. www.homeschoolfrederick.com

SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCES IN FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FCPS Director of Special Education (301) 644-5281

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FCPS Learning for Life Program Housed in a regular school setting, this program is designed to meet the needs of moderately disabled students that are not diploma bound. Small-group instruction is based on IEP goals and students have opportunities for inclusion with non-disabled peers, as appropriate. Students learn functional life skills as well as academics.

FCPS Child Find Project (301) 644-5292 Child Find is the process for identifying all children from birth through age 21 who have special needs.

FCPS Challenges Program (301) 644-5281 Provides integrated support to students with special needs in communication, social skills, academics, & pre-vocational/vocational skills. Services are available for children age 3 through 21.

Infants and Toddlers Program (301) 600-1612 This interagency program provides early intervention services for children from birth through age 2 who are experiencing developmental delays in areas such as motor development, cognition, communication, social-emotional, or self-help skills. Audiology, nursing, nutrition, occupational & physical therapy, vision and hearing services, speech/language therapy, special instruction, developmental pediatrics, & family counseling services are available at no cost to families. The Frederick County Health Department is the lead agency for this program, together with FCPS, the Frederick County Department of Social Services, & the Maryland School for the Deaf.

Maryland School for the Deaf Frederick, MD (301) 360-2000 | TDD: (301) 360-2001 www.msd.edu FCPS Partners for Success (240) 236-8430 Serves parents and educational professionals of all Frederick County children and youth with disabilities from ages 3 through 21. For parents, Partners for Success offers individual consultation, an information & referral service, problem-solving assistance, training, and support. For educators, the program offers information on disabilities and support for making accommodations for students with special needs.

FCPS Pyramid Program Serves students with significant emotional/behavioral needs who require intensive special education & therapeutic services in a small-group setting. Students have opportunities for inclusion with non-disabled peers, as appropriate. Most students also receive special transportation & other related services. This program is housed at Lewistown Elementary, Ballenger Creek Middle, New Market Middle, Tuscarora High, & Walkersville High.

FCPS Rock Creek School (301) 236-8700 Provides individualized special education programs for eligible students with more severe intellectual, physical, emotional, hearing, visual, & learning disabilities, from age 3 through the school

EDUCAT I ON year they reach age 21. Students are admitted by the county IEP team process.

FCPS Success Program (240) 236-8436 Provides post-secondary transition education for students ages 18-21 who have completed at least four years in a comprehensive high school and exhibit potential for competitive employment. Students earn a Maryland Certificate of Completion. They work in a community-based setting to learn skills for independent living and are exposed to the world of work.

OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

LOCATE: Child Care Special Needs Enhanced Counseling Service 1-800-999-0120 | TDD: (410) 385-1042 The ARC of Frederick County Frederick, MD (301) 663-0909 www.arcfc.org Autism Society of America Frederick County Chapter (301) 746-8080 www.frederick-autism.org

CHILD CARE RESOURCES

Dept. of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) Frederick, MD (301) 699-3075

Maryland Committee for Children Baltimore, MD 21202 410-752-7588 www.mdchildcare.org

F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Frederick County-based group formed to connect with other families to lend support, network, & educate each other on Down Syndrome. www.friendsoffredco.org/index.htm The Jefferson School Jefferson, MD (301) 624-8400 For students with primary emotional disturbance &/or behavior disorders & secondary learning, developmental, & post-traumatic stress disorders.

Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (SECAC) (301) 644-5281 The Frederick County SECAC meets monthly, SeptemberMay, to collaborate with and provide input to the Special Education Office. Membership includes parents, community representatives, students, and FCPS staff. Meetings are open to the public and new membership is solicited each year.

Child Care Choices/Referral Frederick, MD (301) 662-4549 or 1-800-753-6841 LOCATE (301) 695-4508 or 1-877-230-7422 TDD: (301) 695-7225 www.fcmha.org

Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program Thurmont, MD (301) 898-3587 www.fc4htrp.or

Challenger Baseball Frederick, MD (301) 694-8673 www.challengerfrederick.org

Job Training Association (JTA) Frederick, MD (301) 631-3566 Kennedy Krieger Institute Baltimore, MD toll free: 1-888-554-2080 www.kennedykrieger.org

Frederick County Developmental Center (301) 600-1611 Provides funding of respite services for children with special healthcare needs & their families.

Frederick County Special Olympics (301) 694-7779 www.somdfrederick.org

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AHEAD!

A more recent part of the STEM discussion is to include Art in the offerings, changing the acronym to STEAM, and adding design and creativity to the mix.

S.T.E.A.M.

BY JEN WALDO

F U L L

For the last few years, a lot of effort has gone into enhancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) offerings to give our children the best chance of success. Our amazing public library system has opened STEM labs in branches around the county that showcase robotics, engineering and technology with open lab times and scheduled classes.

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The idea is to integrate STEM contents with other disciplines, to help students “answer complex questions, investigate global issues, solve real world problems, and meet real world challenges while engaging in meaningful, purposeful, and relevant hands-on inquiry-based, problembased and/or project-based learning experiences,” according to the Maryland State Department of Education website.

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These goals of statewide and national education are to understand the subject matter while at the same time being able to apply that knowledge to solve a myriad of problems and issues.

That’s where Snapology of Frederick comes in. We make education fun!

Using Lego® bricks and a contemporary theme, after-school enrichment has been transformed to integrate STEM learning with fun and creativity.

Snapology uses the STEAM acronym, believing that art and design should not be excluded nor stressed, they should just be part of the process.

By combining play with education, Snapology provides a fun environment for children to learn math, science, engineering and literacy concepts while building with familiar Lego® bricks and similar tools. Our activities are designed to reinforce the core competencies and curricula

being taught at each grade level. Research has shown that many of children’s best learning experiences come when they are engaged not simply in interacting with materials but in designing, creating, and inventing with them.

Snapology activities offer students an environment where they are encouraged to create and interact with materials enabling them to explore solutions through handson “playful” learning.

Snapology is excited to be in Frederick County, and build on its mission to provide children an opportunity to engage in “playful learning” activities that will stimulate their creativity and spark an interest in learning.

using laptops and robotics classes to more advanced computer programming.

Current offerings include after-school enrichment classes in several Frederick County schools and the Talley Recreation Center in Downtown Frederick. Also available are Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts events and patches, preschool classes, workshops and birthday parties.

+ Jen Waldo is the owner and head Snapologist at Frederick Snapology.

She lives with her two kids and husband in Downtown Frederick. Find out more about Snapology’s offerings by visiting

Classes covered wide ages and areas of interest: from pre-K building classes to basic engineering to art history, to constructing amusement park rides with motors to stop-motion animation classes

www.Frederick.Snapology.com, on Facebook (SnapologyFrederick) or by calling 301-969-2296.

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WHAT & WHO

REALLY MATTER? WORDS BY LISA A. MCCROHAN, MA, LCSW-C, RYT

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One of my dear friends is a nurse practitioner in palliative care. She has tended to hundreds of patients at the end of their lives. This weekend, she told me “no matter if I’m in a patient’s home or care facility, what they take with them, what they surround themselves with, are pictures. Pictures of those who matter to them.”

I thought about this. I have fond memories of going to my grandparents’ home as a child. Their walls were adorned with pictures of family and dear ones – those I knew and those who came before me. What seems to matter most is surrounding ourselves with who matters, and we don’t have to wait until we are lying on our deathbed to focus on them.

We often lead such busy lives that we forget who matters. We should set aside time to look at our relationships and ask, “What relationships need tending to?

How can I nourish my relationship with my mom, daughter, husband, friend?”

We often find ourselves flopping into bed, exhausted from a day of hurrying, thinking, “Oh, I’ll have to write that letter, make that call, send that gift next week.”

I’m big on treating ourselves with compassion. We don’t have to beat ourselves up. Instead, we can have the courage treat ourselves gently and look at our lives. We can look at how we are spending our days and take back our power to live our moments guided by our hearts, aware of who matters.

Here is a really simple mindfulness practice for tending to who matters: Every weekend before the hectic week starts up, sit down and ask yourself, “Who do I want to really connect more deeply with this week?”

No matter how many people come to your mind, pick just one. When you pick just one person, you are more likely to actually follow through on connecting with this person – and our brains love little successes! When you focus on this one relationship, this one person will be on your heart and in your mind during the week, and you will give deeper attention and care to that relationship.

Then ask yourself, “What are ways I can connect with this person?”

Make it simple. Make it specific. And then schedule it. Schedule when you will send the encouraging text to your child in college. Call your friend and schedule a walk.

Schedule a “date night” with your partner.

In a world full of distractions, our attention gets pulled into what is most urgent and in front of us. That often is not what – or who – is most important. What is “important but not urgent” gets pushed aside for another time. Trust me – at the end of one month, the relationships you tended to are the ones that you mindfully scheduled to tend to.

With mindfulness attention, you can deepen your relationships and truly tend to who matters in your life – one dear person at a time. End 2015 feeling at peace, knowing you are tending to who matters.

+ Lisa A. McCrohan, MA, LCSW-C, RYT is a psychotherapist, compassion coach, and soulful writer. Her life’s work is about inspiring delight, compassion, and connection in our everyday lives. She facilitates mindfulness-based wellness workshops for faculty and staff at Georgetown University and offers counseling, coaching, and workshops in Frederick, where she lives with her family. Find out more at www.barefootbarn.com

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FMH MOUNT AIRY

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Mount Airy Plaza 1502 South Main Street Mt. Airy, MD 21771

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MEDICAL CENTERS BIOMAT USA

1037 West Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21702

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Main Campus; 400 West Seventh Street Frederick, MD 21701 www.FMH.org

General Information (240) 566-3300 TTY: (240) 566-3700

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400 W. Seventh Street Frederick, MD 21701

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FMH PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES

7211 Bank Court, Suite 240 Frederick, MD 21703 (240) 215-1474

FMH CRESTWOOD

7211 Bank Court Frederick, MD 21703

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HOSPICE OF FREDERICK COUNTY

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SENIOR SERVICES

SENIOR HELPERS IN-HOME SENIOR CARE AGENCY

www.SeniorHelpers.com Rockville: (301) 590-1234 Eldersburg: (410) 692-8991 Silver Spring: (301) 592-1611

FREDERICK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702 (301)600-1029

THERAPY CENTER

501 West Seventh Street Frederick, MD 21701 Radiation Oncology:

FMH HOME HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION OF FREDERICK MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

(301) 694-5580

Mount Airy Plaza 1502 S. Main Street Mt. Airy, MD 21771

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FMH IMMEDIATE CARE MOUNT AIRY

(240) 379-6000 (240) 379-6010

400 W. Seventh Street Frederick, MD 21701

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Rose Hill Plaza 1562 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 (240) 566-3100

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FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT

LAUNCHES ‘SENIORS FIRST’ INITIATIVE

BY ROBIN SANTANGELO, FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER

The number of people aged 65 & older is expected to grow at twice the rate in the county than it will nationally, & double the pace of the rest of Maryland Taking steps to make Frederick County more senior-friendly, County Executive Jan Gardner announced in September an initiative to connect services with seniors and plan for a rapidly growing senior population. She also appointed members to a newly created Seniors First steering committee that will take advantage of the opportunities and challenges of this growing segment of the county.

The number of people aged 65 and older is expected to grow at twice the rate in the county than it will nationally, and double the pace of the rest of Maryland.

“One of my key priorities as the first county executive is to help our seniors realize their potential, stay in the comfort of their homes as they mature and continue to contribute to our community in meaningful ways,” Gardner stated. “I plan to help meet the growing needs of our seniors and utilize volunteers to meet the needs of the elderly.

Gardner also reviewed the progress made since she took office in December 2014 to connect seniors to support services, including: • Expansion of the Meals on Wheels program to Jefferson, Lewistown and Middletown, so that no senior in Frederick County should have to go hungry • Work by the Maryland Access Point program that helps seniors find long-term support • Progress in the Health Department Adult Evaluation and Review Services program that helps seniors age in their homes

RSVP of Frederick County supports volunteer organizations by recruiting and matching older volunteers to meet the particular needs of each agency. The skills, interests and life experiences of volunteers are matched with opportunities offered within the non-profit community and various government agencies. Volunteers are able to select their assignments and determine their hours of service.

“I welcome the return of the RSVP program to Frederick County to utilize the life interests and skills of our seniors to make a difference in our county,” Gardner stated.

• Creation of a Taxi Access Program for TransIT-plus customers

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• Continuation of the fight to protect seniors at the CitizensMontevue facility

For more information on Seniors First, contact Special Administrative Director Margaret Nusbaum

“My newly appointed Seniors First team is a group of professionals and advocates who I am confident will do a great job working for the best interests of our seniors.

The group is comprised of a new nonprofit senior advocacy group, members of the Commission on Aging and people with expertise serving seniors.”

Gardner also welcomed the return of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) under the auspices of the Asian American Center. She commended the center’s Executive Director Elizabeth Chung and Director Carol Haag for their plan to work toward ensuring a bright future for seniors in the county.

at 301-600-7700 or via e-mail at mnusbaum@FrederickCountyMD.gov.

To volunteer or find out more about RSVP Frederick, call 301-600-7900 or connect via e-mail at rsvp@aacfmd.org.

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TR A N S P O RTAT ION

TRANSIT’S EMPLOYER CONNECTION PROGRAM

THE SECRET INGREDIENT TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

BY ADRIENNE MORETZ, COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER, TRANSIT SERVICES OF FREDERICK COUNTY

It’s no secret that Frederick County is booming. With an expected future job growth rate of 36 percent, an unemployment rate of only 4.3 percent and a focus on biosciences and technology, the county now needs to emphasize the great transportation benefits readily available to employers.

TransIT’s free Employer Connection Program help connects Frederick County businesses to commuters with free consultation, advice, strategies and tools. Transportation management solutions help employers with recruitment, retention and employee satisfaction.

The program helps employers implement strategies that can produce a 5 percent to 30 percent reduction in trips at the given worksite. Other benefits include increased productivity and morale, less stress and absenteeism and easier recruitment.

Benefits seem obvious for both the employee and employer, but there are also plenty of benefits for the city where the business is located. Public transportation moves more people in less space, naturally resulting in economic advances for cities that invest in transportation.

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Some interesting findings from a 2013 study by Robert B. Noland and Daniel G. Chatman of the Department of City and Regional Planning at the University of California, Berkeley, identifies specific economic benefits include: • Adding four seats per 1,000 residents to public rail and buses can result in 320 more employees per square mile, or a 19 percent increase • A 10% expansion in transit service can result in a wage increase of $53 to $194 per worker per year in the city center.

A quote from an August 14, 2013 article

by Eric Jaffe in The Atlantic (“Public Transit Is Worth Way More to a City Than You Might Think”) stated it best: “If showing that system expansion leads to more riders and less congestion is good, and showing that it reduces pollution and improves public safety is great, then showing in big numbers how much economic growth will occur should be gold.”

The statistical benefits of a good transportation network combined with Frederick’s growing economy mean that integrating transportation benefits into the workplace shouldn’t be an afterthought; it should be known as the secret ingredient.

T RA NSPO RTAT I ON

FREDERICK APPS

YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Frederick is listed as one of The Best Places to Live in 2015 and is one of the Country’s Top 10 Downtowns, according to Livability.com.

Use these 3 phone apps to plan your trip, dine, shop, stay, get around town and earn rewards.

VISIT FREDERICK

GET IT DOWNTOWN

TRANSIT EZFARE

This app contains publications about visiting Frederick County and the historical and cultural significance of the region.

Get It Downtown is a loyalty application designed exclusively for Downtown Frederick, featuring a list of challenges designed by local businesses.

This app makes traveling in Frederick County easier than ever before, with the ability to buy a transit pass right from your smartphone. Travel to more than 300 destinations with TransIT’s new one-day pass for only $4 plus get student/ senior discounts and great customer service from an award winning system. Features include:

Within the application are multiple publications available for download: The mobile version of Visit Frederick, the official Visitor Guide to Frederick County from the Tourism Council of Frederick County, this guide contains all the great things to see and do in Frederick County; and Maryland’s Heart of the Civil WarA Collection of Commentaries, the multimedia companion to the Emmy Award-winning film, Maryland’s Heart of the Civil War.

Get It Downtown users can complete challenges by visiting their favorite stores, making purchases, being frequent customers and more. After completing a challenge, users will have the option to select a redeemable reward.

With Get It Downtown users can discover a loyalty program engineered to help promote and grow the community as a great place to live, work and play. Download the app, find your favorite stores and start getting rewarded today.

• Buy Your Pass: Purchase your transit pass in advance Activate Your Pass: • Activate your pre-purchased pass when you’re ready to board • Use Your Pass: Show your phone to the bus operator or as a valid proof of payment • Plan your Trip: Use the trip planner to decide which route to ride & reach your destination • Twitter Updates: Get the latest news from TransIT

+ Become an Employer of Choice, improve your organization’s success, vitalize the economy and increase the quality of life for all residents and employees of Frederick County region MORE INFORMATION: 301-600-RIDE

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PARK CONTINUES TO HONOR

KEHNE AS CIVIL SERVANT AND SPORTS ENTHUSIAST

BY MAXANN KELLER

The entrance to Max Kehne Memorial Park, a longtime landmark on West Seventh Street in Frederick, sits at a small near an exit ramp for U.S. Route 15 South.

Nearby, a simple wooden sign displays the park’s name in bright white letters on a sturdy foundation.

The sign was recently rehabbed as part of a makeover of the park that began last summer. Many area residents are unaware of how or why the park was named after Kehne, a well-known figure around Frederick for his astounding aptitude at fast-pitch softball and devotion to civic duty.

Kehne grew up as a hard-working farm boy in Walkersville and graduated from Frederick High School. When he wasn’t helping his family with daily chores on the farm, he would indulge his interest in softball.

Practice surely paid off when Kehne was asked to pitch on the regional travel fast-pitch softball league for The Dr. Pepper team. The youngest player to take the mound in the allmen’s athletic division, he was only 15 years old when he debuted with a 2-hitter and a 10-0 win against the B-26 Wings. His fastpitch game was unmatched. Thus began the newly appointed, long term nickname, “Fireball Kehne.”

He found his niche and was asked to continue playing, only strengthening his game and reputation.

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“He used to just pass free time by pitching a ball around the backyard and up against the barn side,” Joann Kehne said of her late husband. “This was when he wasn’t working hard on the farm, of course.”

A RT S & LE I S UR E Another well-known fast-pitch star, Eddie Reiner, had his eye on Kehne as he rose to become a Frederick fast-pitch legend. Reiner toured the country with his four-person team and lead the squad with an impressive trick — pitching a perfect strike, blindfolded, from second base. His trick didn’t impress Kehne, though, and Reiner was utterly defeated by Kehne when their two teams went head to head.

“He was said to have made Eddie look like a fool,” Jeff Kehne said, recalling the many stories of his father’s athleticism. “Dad was one of the very few who could beat him.”

He went on to play semi-professional ball with the Trenton Democratic League in Baltimore and the local team, Economy Oil. Kehne was personally approached by the Cleveland Indians to attend a try-out for Major League Baseball, but Kehne denied the offer, declaring his allegiance to stay home to work the land with his family and serve in his beloved hometown.

Aside from becoming a household name around the Frederick area, Kehne earned a degree from Bliss Electrical Engineering School in Bethesda, and became the supervisor of maintenance at Hood College.

This position lead to his involvement in a number of local activities, including his role as the Gov. Thomas Johnson High School football announcer, president of the Frederick Exchange Club, and his responsibilities for hanging the beloved Christmas lights around town for the holidays.

“He was always a public servant,” Jeff Kehne said of his father. After many years, Max was elected to the role as a City of Frederick alderman in 1970.

As an alderman, Kehne declared necessary action for a local parking deck initiative and proposed a project for biking trail systems. Both projects were not very popular with the general public, but gained support after time proved the necessity to the city’s growth.

He was approached to run for mayor, but Kehne never followed through.

“He was a much-respected man with no enemies,” his wife, Joann, said. “He was so personable and liked by everybody he met.”

Another project of Kehne’s included a collaboration with then-Mayor Ronald Young and Guy (Rabbit) Remsburg to dedicate a prestigious crop of land for Frederick County residents to enjoy outdoor athletics (primarily softball). The plan immediately went into action, but Kehne never got the chance to see the final product.

Kehne was killed by a drunk driver on April 19, 1973. In a Frederick News Post article published at the time, then-Mayor Young said one of his last conversations with Kehne was concerning the park’s progress.

Max Kehne Memorial Park was dedicated to the Frederick city servant on May 22, 1977, four years after his death.

This year celebrates the 38th year that the park has served as a local landmark and an active location for more than 17 different Little League and adult co-ed softball teams during the spring, summer and fall.

A recent makeover for the park included new, sturdy computerized lights, replacing the bulbs formerly mounted on wooden rods. The outfields are now lined with a chain-link fence reaching nearly 6 feet tall.

Asphalt pathways wind throughout the complex, guiding walkers, runners and athletes around the area composed of tennis courts, a football field and two groomed dirt diamonds. While most of the projects to improve the facility began in summer 2014, the work was completed in summer 2015.

Max Kehne’s name can be found in the Maryland State Fast Pitch Hall of Fame as well as the Alvin G. Quinn Frederick Hall of Fame. Former Mayor E. Paul Magaha was quoted in the Frederick News Post as saying the City of Frederick was fortunate to have a man like Kehne living and serving this city.

At the entrance of the park, a plaque displays a picture of Max and states the four titles he earned throughout his life: public servant, family man, athlete and sports enthusiast.

“That hits the nail on the head. That was Dad,” his son, Jeff, says.

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BY CHARISSA HIPP, DIGITAL MARKETING AND MEDIA RELATIONS MANAGER, VISIT FREDERICK The holiday season truly is a magical time in Frederick County, Maryland. In November and December, the streets of historic Downtown Frederick are set aglow with twinkling white lights. Annual events showcase festive holiday decorations and celebrate the sounds of the season. Unique shops and boutiques throughout the county become popular destinations for finding that perfect gift. And there’s no shortage of holiday happenings or tasty treats to delight the young and young-at-heart.

More than 200 specialty shops, art galleries and restaurants can be found in Downtown Frederick. You’re bound to find great gifts in at least one of them. Specialty shops carry home furnishings, clothing, outdoor gear, pet items, handcrafted jewelry, makeup and skincare, and specialty food items such as olive oil and vinegar, handmade chocolates, cheese and wine and more.

Need a list of downtown shops? Check out the Downtown Frederick Partnership’s website at www.downtownfrederick.org. If you’re still stumped in finding that perfect gift, give a Downtown Frederick gift card, available for any amount between $10 and $500. It’s good for more than 150 downtown stores, restaurants, theaters and galleries (check the partnership’s website for details). You can purchase a gift card seven days a week at the Frederick Visitor Center, 151 S. East St. The calendar of events is filled with holiday happenings throughout the months of November and December in Frederick County. There are tree lightings and small town celebrations as well as large-scale events and holiday performances. The Maryland Christmas Show at the Great Frederick Fair grounds (Nov. 20-22; 2729) will get you in the holiday spirit with handcrafted holiday treasures. If you’d love to see the way Frederick’s clustered

spires decorate for the holidays, don’t miss the annual Candlelight Tour of Historic Houses of Worship (Dec. 28). Most sites on the self-guided tour offer special programs, angelic choirs and nativity scenes.

The annual Kris Kringle Procession (Dec. 11) through Downtown Frederick is a popular family festivity. It features German/English characters of yesteryear and includes the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree. Another fun family event suitable for the whole family is Museums

By Candlelight (Dec. 12). On that day, historic sites and museums throughout Frederick County offer free programming, entertainment and open houses exploring winter traditions.

Visit sites such as the Museum of Frederick County History, where you can catch the last day for the Festival of Trees. Why not get in the holiday spirit and learn a little history along the way!

If you have young children who would find a train ride with Santa to be absolutely magical, sign up for the Santa Train (Nov. 28-29; Dec. 5-6, 19-20) on the Walkersville Southern Railroad. Hot chocolate and cookies are complimentary.

There’s no shortage of performances throughout the holiday season, starting with Handel’s Messiah and More (Nov. 21-22) at Hood College. At the Weinberg Center for the Arts, catch the unique Frederick’s Tuba Christmas (Nov. 28) or see the Nutcracker Ballet (Dec. 11-13) or “A Christmas Carol,” (Dec. 18-20) performed by Maryland Ensemble Theatre.

The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton also has a Winter Concert Series at the Shrine weekly (Nov. 29-Dec. 12). Find out details for these events and more at www.visitfrederick.org/events.

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40 South Carroll Street Frederick, MD 21701

ALEXANDERS AT BUCKEYSTOWN

3619 Buckeystown Pike Buckeystown, MD 21717

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5621 Spectrum Dr Frederick, MD 21703

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EDGEWORKS KNIFE & SUPPLY

200 North Market Street Frederick, MD 21701

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VINI CULTURE Wine Bar & Cafe

20 North Market Street Frederick, Maryland 21701

THE FREDERICK BASKET COMPANY

www.viniculturewinebar.com (301) 695-2816

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9 East Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701

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12 East Patrick Street Frederick, MD 21701

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200 South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, MD 21727

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Lazy FISH HaPPy Hour From 4:30-6:30 p.m.

10 East Patrick Street Frederick, MD 301.695.9656

“Plan your next meeting or private party on-premise at Alexanders Manor House to experience fine food and quality service in an intimate historic setting.”

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Whether you choose to dine in our quiet casual restaurant side or our more bustling tap house side you’re sure to experience great food and great service. With 26 taps rotating an almost endless supply of craft beers, a large selection of wines, liquors and bottled beer and an american cuisine menu with just a bit of southern flare we feel JoJo’s Restaurant & Tap House has something for everyone.

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Mondays: 1/2 off all bottles of wine Tuesdays: Tuesdaytini - all martini’s $5.99 200 South Market Street, Frederick, MD 301.620.7480 245 Muddy Branch Road, Gaithersburg, MD 301.590.0735

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HOURS: Mon: Closed | Tues-Thurs: 11:30am-8:30pm | Fri-Sat: 11:30am-10pm | Sun: 12-8pm 9 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCTOBER 3

OCTOBER EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY IN OCTOBER

WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD WEEKEND EXCURSIONS

BOAT & BREW: MONOCACY RIVER & BARLEY AND HOPS River and Trail Outfi tters has partnered with Barley and Hops Brewery to create the ultimate good-time frothy boat and brew day.

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Catoctin Breeze Vineyard 15010 Roddy Rd. Thurmont 21788 1:00pm–4:00pm www.catoctinbreeze.com 240-449-0677

10:00am–11:30am www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

FIRST FRIDAY FUN FEST

OCTOBER 3

MOVIE NIGHT WITH THE AIRCRAFT OWNERS & PILOTS ASSOCIATION (AOPA) Free hot dog, soda, popcorn and a movie in the National Aviation Community Center.

All Star National Flat Series. Oldest running half-mile dirt track motorcycle race in America. Started in 1922; held annually.

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Westview Promenade Maryland 85 & Crestwood Blvd Frederick 21701 10:00am–5:00pm www.shopwestview.com 240-446-2303

OCTOBER 3

PINK RIBBON 5K RUN/WALK Annual 5K Run/Walk to benefi t the FMH Hurwitz Breast Cancer Fund.!

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Monocacy Jazz Quartet. Award winning wines and beautiful views of the Catoctin Mountains.

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Event for preschoolers features music, games and crafts. Frederick County Public Library will host story time.

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National Aviation Community Center Frederick Municipal Airport 296 Bucheimer Rd. Frederick 21701 7:00pm www.AOPA.org 301-695-2141

OCTOBER 3

WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD DINNER TRAIN Enjoy a four-course meal on the richly restored Southhampton Dining car..

Baker Park/Talley Rec Center 121 N Bentz St. Frederick 21701 8:00am–11:00am www.pinkribbonfrederick.org 301-663-9252

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OCTOBER 3–4

BRUNSWICK RAILROAD DAYS Join the celebration of Brunswick’s rich railroading history and heritage. Model train exhibits, entertainment, arts and craft vendors, excursion train rides, and petting zoo.

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FALL FESTIVAL AT ROSE HILL MANOR Games, crafts and hands-on activities. Blacksmith, carriage museum, candle dipping, tractor pulls, hayrides, farm exhibits, animals and demonstrations.

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Mount Airy Carnival Grounds 1008 Twin Arch Rd. Mount Airy 21771 Sat 10am–6pm | Sun 10am–5pm www.mtairylions.com 301-829-2112

OCTOBER 3–4

FREDERICK’S OKTOBERFEST Bratwurst, Oktoberfest bier, German wines, dancing, music, and children’s events!

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OCTOBER 4

SEA SERVICES: HONORING THOSE WHO SERVE Members of the Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines gather at the Basilica to honor Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton as Patroness of the Sea Services.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCTOBER 9–10

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OCTOBER 17

MARYLAND PUMPKIN FESTIVAL AT SUMMERS FARM

DOWNTOWN CORNHOLE CLASSIC Annual Cornhole Tournament sponsored

by Sweetwater Brewery. You must be 21 to watch or play.

Pumpkin hunts, pumpkin sculpturing demonstration, face painting and an appearance by Mr. Brown the Clown.

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OCTOBER 10–11

EXPLORER’S WEEKEND Apple pressing demos, Civil War talks, cider tastings, bee keeping demos.

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Distillery Lane Ciderworks 5533 Gapland Rd. Jefferson 21755 Sat 10am–5pm | noon–5pm www.distillerylaneciderworks.com 301-834-8920

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VALLEY CRAFT NETWORK STUDIO TOUR

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Community Park Frederick Rd. Thurmont 21788 Sat 9am–5pm | 9am–5pm www.colorfest.org

www.southmountaincreamery.com 301-371-8565

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OCTOBER 17–18

OKTOBERFEST AT SCHIFFERSTADT Juried arts and crafts, live oompah band, colonial demonstrators, German sausage, craft beer and strudel.

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Schifferstadt Architectural Museum 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick 21701 Sat 10am–5pm | Sun 12–5pm blog.FrederickLandmarks.org 301-663-3885

SCARECROW CONTEST Middletown Valley’s scarecrow decorating contest and walk.

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Middletown Park, 7628 Coblentz Rd. Middletown 21769 www.middletown.md.us 301-371-6171

CATOCTIN COLORFEST Nationally recognized juried artisan & craft show.

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Frederick’s premier food and wine celebration.

Enjoy an elegant evening of gourmet fare, wine, music and dancing under the stars.

7:00pm–12:00am (midnight)

Sat 10am–5pm | Sun 11am–5pm

Spend a day of fun on the farm.

(Select farms around Frederick County)

301-600-2983

EVENING ON THE RIVIERA AT MUSKET RIDGE

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South Mountain Creamery, 8305 Boliver Rd. Middletown MD 21769

FAMILY FESTIVAL AT THE FARM

www.recreater.com

OCTOBER 16

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OCTOBER 17–18

OCTOBER 17–18

noon–5:00pm

Catoctin Hall at Musket Ridge Golf Club & Event Venue 3555 Brethren Church Rd. Myersville 21773

301-698-8118

See October 3rd.

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Brass band concert featuring vocalists performing arias and show tunes.

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www.downtownfrederick.org

Feed the calves, take a tour, see cows being milked. New this year are a cornhole tournament and a mechanical bull.

www.linganorewines.com

OCTOBER 10–11

Kussmaul Theatre, Frederick Community College 7932 Oppossumtown Pk. Frederick 21702

1pm–4pm

SOUTH MOUNTAIN CREAMERY FALL FESTIVAL

11:00am–6:00pm

OCTOBER 10

VOICES AND BRASS

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MOVIE NIGHT WITH THE AIRCRAFT OWNERS AND PILOTS ASSOCIATION (AOPA

OCTOBER 10–11

Historic Village of Catoctin Furnace 12607 Catoctin Furnace Rd.Thurmont 21788

Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Park Frederick 21701

OCTOBER 17

FALLFEST AT CATOCTIN FURNACE

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BOAT & BREW: MONOCACY RIVER & BARLEY AND HOPS

OCTOBER 17–18 & 24–25

FINE ARTS IN THE VALLEY Artists exhibit their work on Maryland’s oldest organic farm.

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Country Pleasures Farm & Orchard 6219 Harley Rd. Middletown 21769 11am–5pm www.fineartsinthevalley.wix.com/fav 301-606-5772

See October 3rd.

301-271-7533

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCTOBER 23

OCTOBER 24

NOVEMBER 6

Halloween characters and surprises throughout Baker Park. Free entertainment by Dance Unlimited Performing Arts Factory.

A night hike to Catoctin Furnace.

Dazzling celebration of glamour!

HALLOWEEN IN BAKER PARK

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6:30–9:00pm www.cityoffrederick.com 301-600-1492

HAUNTED HAY WAGON Take a ride and meet up with some spooky characters who will put you into the Halloween “spirit”. Ages 7 thru Adult.

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Baker Park 121 North Bentz St.Frederick 21701

OCTOBER 23–24

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SPIRITS OF THE FURNACE Historic Village of Catoctin Furnace 12607 Catoctin Furnace Rd.Thurmont 21788 7:00–9:30pm www.catoctinfurnace.org 443-463-6437

BURLESQUE TO BROADWAY

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Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W.Patrick St. Frederick 21701 8:00pm www.weinbergcenter.org 301-600-2828

OCTOBER 24–30

NOVEMBER 7

Interactive drama allowing visitors to walk through the old cemetery of St. Joseph to encounter saints, martyrs and others who return from the dead to tell their stories

The festively decorated shops and eateries of Everedy Square & Shab Row are ablaze with 50,000 twinkling white lights & alive with the sounds of the season. Costumed characters, live music & free carriage rides.

BACK FROM THE DEAD: CEMETERY WALK

Brunswick Train Station 1 S Maple Ave. Brunswick 21716

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7:30–10pm www.barcmd.com 301-834-8215

National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 S Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 7:00–10:00pm www.setonheritage.org 301-447-6606

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AT EVEREDY SQUARE AND SHAB ROW

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East and Church Sts. Frederick 21701 www.EveredySquare.com 301-662-4140

NOVEMBER 7 OCTOBER 24

BATTLEFIELD HIKES Hikes highlighting troop movements that transpired on July 9, 1864 at the Battle of Monocacy.

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Monocacy National Battlefield 5201 Urbana Pk. Frederick 21704 9:00am | 11:30am | 2:00pm

OCTOBER 30

TRICK OR TREAT THROUGH LITERARY HISTORY Fill your bag with goodies as you walk through the museum to celebrate literary history. Meet costumed characters from classic literature including Oz, Treasure Island, Anne of Green Gables.

www.nps.gov/mono/index.htm

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Downtown Frederick 21701 10am–2pm www.downtownfrederick.org 301-698-8118

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Games, crafts, trick-or-treating.

11am–1pm www.shopwestview.com

NOT SO SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY Join your favorite characters for dinner, video games, music and trick-or-treat. Costumes encouraged.

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Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 8:00am–7:00pm www.mdihcc39.org 301-418-0635

NOVEMBER

410-561-1300

OCTOBER 24

301-600-2743

National auction with consignments from all over the country. Tractor displays.

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www.recreater.com

INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER COLLECTORS CLUB AUCTION AND FALL HARVEST SHOW

HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREAT EVENT Westview Promenade Maryland 85 & Crestwood Blvd Frederick 21701

6:30–8:30pm

OCTOBER 30–31

OCTOBER 24

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Children’s Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park 1611 N. Market St. Frederick 21701

NOVEMBER 1

INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER COLLECTORS CLUB AUCTION AND FALL HARVEST SHOW National auction with consignments from all over the country. Tractor displays.

Adventure Park USA 11113 West Baldwin, Rd. New Market 21774 6:00–9:30pm www.adventureparkusa.com 301-865-6800

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Frederick Fairgrounds 797 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701 8:00am–7:00pm www.mdihcc39.org 301-418-0635

GOODS FROM THE HEARTH Hearth cooking demonstration. Explore 18th & 19th century methods of food preparation & preservation.

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Roger Brooke Taney House 121 S Bentz St. Frederick 21701 10:00am–4:00pm. www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

NOVEMBER 7

VETERAN’S DAY CONCERT “The Music of America” performed by two Chamber groups from Frederick Symphony Orchestra.

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Museum of Frederick County History 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 7:30pm www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

NOVEMBER 7

WALKERSVILLE SOUTHERN RAILROAD DINNER TRAIN Enjoy a four-course meal on the richly restored Southhampton Dining car.

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Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 6:00–8:00pm www.wsrr.org 301-898-0899

NOVEMBER 11

ECHO TAPS

Brass musicians line Market and 2nd Streets, with each musician playing Taps in turn, passing the call from Mt Olviet cemetery to Memorial Park. When the last bugler plays Taps at 10:59am, ceremonies begin. Frederick is the only community in the US that

CALENDAR OF EVENTS honors its veterans in this manner.

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10:40–11:00am 301-694-0829

NOVEMBER 14

AN AFTERNOON OF CHEESE & CHOCOLATE Linganore Wines, Red cheese and chocolates.

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Linganore Winecellars & Red Shedman Brewery 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy 21771 1:00–4:00pm

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WALKERSVILLE HISTORY GALLERY WALK The Walkersville Historical Society & Walkersville Library Youth Group present the history of Walkersville.

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Walkersville United Methodist Church Social Hall 22 Main St. Walkersville 21793 9:00am–5:00pm www.facebook.com/pages/WalkersvilleHistorical-Society/158904037582628

SANTA’S ARRIVAL

A commemoration of the act of defiance by “Twelve Immortal Justices” of the Frederick County Court, who refused to discharge The British Stamp Act on November 23, 1765.

These justices were the first to repudiate the onerous “taxation without representation,” a decade before “the shot heard ‘round the world”. Sponsored by the local chapters of SAR and DAR.

www.linganorewines.com

NOVEMBER 17

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NOVEMBER 27

250TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION OF THE REPUDIATION ACT

Market and 2nd Sts.Frederick 21701

Frederick City Hall 101 N Court St. Frederick 21701

Pay tribute to our veterans and active military at one of the oldest parades in the nation.

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Downtown Brunswick Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 Opening ceremony 1pm | Parade 2pm www.brunswickmd.gov/events 301-834-7500

NOVEMBER 20–22 & 27–29

MARYLAND CHRISTMAS SHOW A fine art and craft show just in time for the holidays.

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Frederick County Fairgrounds 797 East Patrick St. Frederick 21705 Fri & Sat 10am-6pm | Sun 10am-5pm. www.marylandchristmasshow.com 301-845-0003

NOVEMBER 21

TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION Skate on an iceless skate rink, pose for photos with costumed characters, enjoy music and dance performances. Lighting of the Christmas tree at dusk.

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Westview Promenade Maryland 85 & Crestwood Blvd Frederick 21701 1:30–5:30pm www.shopwestview.com 410-561-1300

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Everedy Square and Shab Row East and Church Sts. Frederick 21701 7:00pm www.everedysquare.com 301-662-4140

NOVEMBER 27–DECEMBER 12

FESTIVAL OF TREES

Vote for your favorite tree!

12:00pm–3:00pm

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301-401-9929

Museum of Frederick County History 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 10:00am–4:00pm (Closed Mondays) www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

NOVEMBER 21

QUINN SULLIVAN

NOVEMBER 28

16-year old blues prodigy!

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SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W Patrick St.Frederick 21701

In an age of global markets and capitalism, its far too easy for small businesses to struggle and fail, even if they have superior products & services. Support small businesses!

8:00pm www.weinbergcenter.org 301-600-2828

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NOVEMBER 18

VETERANS DAY PARADE

Santa Claus arrives in a horse-drawn carriage to greet children.

NOVEMBER 21–22

FREDERICK COIN & CURRENCY SHOW Fifty coin and currency dealers buying & selling old US and World Coins & currency; free appraisals.

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Elk Lodge #684 289 Willowdale Dr. Frederick 21702 www.coinshows.com/frederick_co.html 443-623-7025

Hood Choir, Choral Arts Society of Frederick, guest soloists, & orchestra. Directed by Lynn Staininger.

Hood College, Coffman Chapel, 401 Rosemont Ave. Frederick 21701

Kick off the holiday season with extended shopping hours, carolers, holiday music, pictures with Santa & horse-drawn carriage rides.

9:00am–9:00pm

FREDERICK’S TUBA CHRISTMAS

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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St. Frederick 21701 12:00pm www.tubachristmas.com 301-602-5041

NOVEMBER 28–29

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301-696-3429

FROSTY FRIDAY

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Ride the train with Santa! Free hot chocolate and cookies in the museum.

www.hood.edu

Downtown Frederick 21701

www.downtownfrederick.org

SANTA TRAIN

Sat 7:30pm | Sun 3:00pm

NOVEMBER 27

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NOVEMBER 28

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Downtown Frederick 21701

Ho, ho, ho, who wouldn’t go? A holiday concert featuring regional Tuba & Euphonium players performing 4-part harmony Christmas carols. Canned goods donation for local food bank welcome.

Sat 10am–6pm | Sun 9am–4pm

NOVEMBER 21–22

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Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 Sat & Sun 11:00am, 1:00pm & 3:00pm. www.wsrr.org 301-898-0899

NOVEMBER 29

WINTER CONCERT SERIES AT THE SHRINE Weekly Advent and Christmas concerts.

www.downtownfrederick.org

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National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 7:00pm www.setonheritage.org 301-447-6606

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS NOVEMBER 29–30

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS Victorian Christmas decorations, crafts & music.

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Brunswick Heritage Museum 40 W Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 Sat 10am-4pm | Sun 1-4pm www.brunswickmuseum.org 301-834-7100

DECEMBER DECEMBER 1–5

FESTIVAL OF TREES Vote for your favorite tree!

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Museum of Frederick County History 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 10:00am–4:00pm (Closed Mondays) www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

DECEMBER 2

HOLIDAY ART COMPETITION Choose your favorite depiction of the holidays in Frederick at this juried art competition. The winning illustration will be used in the following year’s holiday ad campaign.

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Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center 40 S Carroll St. Frederick 21701 5:30pm www.celebratefrederick.com 301-600-2489

DECEMBER 3

SCENTS & SWEETS COMPETITION AND AUCTION Professional and amateur bakers and florists create gingerbread structures and floral arrangements. Judging and silent auction.

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5:30pm www.celebratefrederick.com 301-600-2489

DECEMBER 3

KATHY MATTEA Celebrate the season!

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The Moose Lodge 828 E Patrick St. Frederick 21701

DECEMBER 5–6, 12–13, 19–20

10:00am–2:00pm

Ride the train with Santa! Free hot chocolate and cookies in the museum.

www.mdihcc39.org 301-418-0635

DECEMBER 5

HOLIDAY MAGIC See a magic show and make a craft to take home. Visit Santa in the Carriage Museum.

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Rose Hill Manor Park 1611 N Market St. Frederick 21701 Sat: 10:00am–3:00pm www.recreater.com 301-600-2936

DECEMBER 5

TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS VILLAGE A traditional Christmas Village. Made-toorder wreaths by Catoctin Furnace Historical Society members. Sip cider and shop for handmade gifts.

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Historic Village of Catoctin Furnace 12607 Catoctin Furnace Rd. Thurmont 10:00am–4:00pm www.catoctinfurnace.org 443-463-6437

DECEMBER 5

LOCAL COLOR ARTIST MARKET Handcrafted work by talented local artists.

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The Delaplaine Arts Center 40 S Carroll St. Frederick 21701 11:00am–6:00pm

German marketplace Christmas festival. Authentic German food, music, holiday shopping.

Evangelical Lutheran Church 35 E Church St. Frederick 21701 11am-7pm, w/ free church tours from 1-4pm www.twinspires.org/ckm

8:00pm

Spires Brass Band performs traditional Christmas music featuring vocalist Holly Shockey.

301-600-2828

HARVESTER HOLIDAYS Train displays, International Harvester memorabilia, crafts for children, visits with Santa.

Take a tractor-drawn wagon ride through Downtown Frederick, sing carols and see antique and modern trucks and tractors.

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THE SPIRES AT CHRISTMAS

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Kussmaul Theatre, Frederick Comm.College 7932 Oppossumtown Pk. Frederick 21702 8:00–9:45pm www.spiresbrassband.org 301-662-8320

Walkersville Southern Railroad W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville 21793 Sat & Sun: 11am | 1pm | 3pm www.wsrr.org 301-898-0899

DECEMBER 5–6

CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR Self-guided tour through private homes elaborately adorned with holiday decor in historic Frederick.

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Downtown Frederick 35 S Carroll St. Frederick 21701 Sat 5:00–9:00pm | Sun 12:00–4:00pm www.celebratefrederick.com 301-600-2489

DECEMBER 5, 12, & 19

THREE SATURDAYS IN DECEMBER Beat the hustle & bustle of the shopping season & “Get It Downtown.” More than 80 shops, galleries and restaurants will be open until 9 pm. Carriage rides, hot chocolate, & live entertainment.

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DECEMBER 5 & 12

WINTER CONCERT SERIES AT THE SHRINE Weekly Advent and Christmas concerts.

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DECEMBER 5

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SANTA TRAIN

www.delaplaine.org

Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701

DECEMBER 5

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National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton 339 South Seton Ave. Emmitsburg 21727 7:00pm www.setonheritage.org 301-447-6606

DECEMBER 6

FREDERICK COUNTY SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS (FCSME) OPEN HOUSE Model Railroad club open house and exhibit.

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FCSME 423 E Patrick St Frederick 21701 1:00–4:00pm www.fcsme.com 301-698-7271

DECEMBER 6

CHRISTMAS IN THE BARN Sample Linganore wines as you shop for that perfect gift.

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Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt.Airy 21771 12:00–4:00pm www.linganorewines.com 301-831-5889

CALENDAR OF EVENTS DECEMBER 6

DECEMBER 12

Live Nativity. Beautiful costumes, professional music and narration and a live camel!

Historic sites & museums throughout Frederick City and County offer free programs, entertainment & open houses exploring winter traditions of yore. Self- guided.

LIVE NATIVITY

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Urbana Fire Hall 3602 Urbana Pk. Frederick 21704 6:00–8:00pm www.WesleyChapelinUrbana.com 301-662-5769

DECEMBER 8-12

FESTIVAL OF TREES Vote for your favorite tree!

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Museum of Frederick County History 24 E Church St. Frederick 21701 10:00am–4:00pm | Closed Monday! www.frederickhistory.org 301-663-1188

DECEMBER 10

BREAKFAST FOR DINNER WITH SANTA

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IHOP @ Westview Promenade 85 & Crestwood Blvd Frederick 21701 6:00–8:00pm www.shopwestview.com 410-561-1300

DECEMBER 11

KRIS KRINGLE PROCESSION Celebrate Old World holiday magic with this walking procession featuring German/English characters of yesteryear. The procession concludes at the Baker Park Bandshell for a closing ceremony and lighting of the City Christmas tree.

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Baker Park Downtown Frederick 21701 6:30pm www.celebratefrederick.com 301-600-2489

DECEMBER 11–13

THE NUTCRACKER BALLET Maryland Regional Ballet performance,featuring guest artists from New York City Ballet and students from Frederick School of Classical Ballet.

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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 Fri 8pm | Sat 2pm & 7pm | Sun 2pm www.weinbergcenter.org 301-662-9441

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Downtown Brunswick 1 W Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 www.BrunswickMainStreet.org

2:30–5:00pm www.frederickstringinitiative.com 301-620-2421

Conductor Judy DuBose leads the Frederick Chamber Singers, orchestra soloists, and all who want to sing along in G.F. Handel’s Christmas masterpiece

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Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 8:00pm www.weinbergcenter.org 301-600-2828

DECEMBER 28

CANDLELIGHT TOUR OF HISTORIC HOUSES OF WORSHIP

Downtown Brunswick-Square Corner Park 1 W Potomac St. Brunswick 21716 4:30–6:15pm

Self-guided walking tour of historic worship sites in Downtown Frederick.

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Downtown Frederick 4:00–9:00pm www.visitfrederick.org 301-600-4046

DECEMBER 31

www.brunswickmainstreet.org

FAMILY NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION

301-834-7500

A family New Year celebration! Unlimited indoor attractions, dinner and video games.

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301-834-7500

DECEMBER 18

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Join Santa for the Jingle Bell Run/Santa Stroll fun run. All participants will receive a jingle bell to wear while they run. Costume contest, cookies, hot chocolate & sing-a-long. City tree lighting ceremony follows.

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DECEMBER 22

JINGLE BELL RUN/SANTA STROLL

City Hall 101 N Court St. Frederick 21701

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Adventure Park USA 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Monrovia 21770 9:00pm–12:30am www.adventureparkusa.com 301-865-6800

DECEMBER 31

7:00pm

SCOTTISH FIRST FOOTING

www.celebratefrederick.com

Ring in the New Year with a bagpipe celebration.

301-600-2489

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL Traditional retelling of the Charles Dickens classic, performed by Maryland Ensemble Theatre.

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DECEMBER 12

Join us for breakfast and meet Santa and his favorite friends from the movie “Frozen!"

Adventure Park USA 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Monrovia 21770

www.visitfrederick.org

Breakfast with Santa, afternoon holiday open house, Brunswick Heritage Museum by candlelight. Children’s activities & party, with Santa arriving by motorcycle. A hometown church tour will complete the day’s events.

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DECEMBER 12

DECEMBER 12

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA & FRIENDS

DECEMBER 20

MUSEUMS BY CANDLELIGHT

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Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W Patrick St. Frederick 21701 Fri 7:30pm | Sat 2pm & 7:30pm | Sun 2pm www.weinbergcenter.org 301-600-2828

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From elegant weddings to casual backyard receptions, Renaissance Chef provides customizable menus prepared with the freshest local ingredients.

Our experienced and professional staff will attend to every detail. Breathe easy knowing your guests will rave about the exceptional food and service.

244 S. Jefferson Street - Unit C, Frederick, MD 21701 | www.renaissancechef.com | 301-228-CHEF

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FREDERICK

Photos by Ellen Baker

TOWN LISTINGS

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THURMONT Thurmont is a small city in northern Frederick County established in 1751. It is known as the “Gateway to the Catoctin Mountains,” where Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park are located. There are three covered bridges nearby: Loy’s Station Bridge, Roddy Road Bridge and Utica Mills Bridge. Catoctin Iron Furnace and forge, built during the Revolutionary War, is just down the road. Frederick is about 15 miles south and Gettysburg is 20 miles north. Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are each about 60 miles away.

The President’s retreat, Camp David, is also nearby. Thurmont is proud to have been designated a “Main Street Maryland Community.”

MAYOR

John A. Kinnaird

POPULATION 6,036

TOWN OFFICE

10 Frederick Rd., 301-271-7313, www.thurmont.com

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Thurmont Fire Department 301-271-3413

Graceham Volunteer Fire Department 14026 Graceham Rd., 301-271-2000

Lewistown Volunteer Fire Department 1101 Hessong Bridge Rd., 301-898-9988

Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Department 13516 Motter’s Station Rd., Rocky Ridge, 301-271-2666

LIBRARY

76 East Moser Rd., Thurmont 301-600-7200

POST OFFICES Thurmont Post Office

110 Water St., Thurmont 301-271-2226

Rocky Ridge Post Office

13516 Motter Station Rd., Rocky Ridge, 301-271-4920

SWIMMING Cunningham Falls State Park 301-271-7574

YOUTH SPORTS Catoctin Youth Association 301-271-2256

Thurmont Little League 301-271-4397

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SHOP SMALL – SHOP LOCAL!

THURMONT MAIN STREET ART & WINE WALK

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13th @ 6–8pm

SMALL BUSINESS

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28th

CHRISTMAS IN THURMONT SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th

THINK PINK: proceeds benefit the Patty Hurwitz Fund at FMH ENTIRE MONTH OF OCTOBER

LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT GIFT?

Purchase $25 & $50 Thurmont Business Bucks at the Thurmont Town Office

11 Water Street, Thurmont, MD 21788 | www.thurmontmainstreet.com | 301-748-5876 family owned & operated since 1963 irish-american cuisine

Fried Fresh Oysters now in season Dinner, Sandwich or Appetizer

7701 Fitzgerald Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 www.ShamrockRestaurant.com | 301-271-2912

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BRUNSWICK Long known for its attractive scenery and railroad history, the City of Brunswick has become a destination for tourists. The city’s downtown is home to a bookstore/coffee shop, railroad museum, children’s clothing store, some curiosity shops, outdoor goods shopping, professional offices, and more. Brunswick is nestled near the scenic Potomac River, with camping and fishing amenities.

MAYOR

VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE

POST OFFICES

Karin B. Tome

301-834-8102

POPULATION

LIBRARIES

Brunswick Post Office 315 Brunswick St., 301-834-9944

5,870 as of 2010 Census

CITY HALL

915 Maple Ave., Brunswick 301-600-7250

1 W. Potomac St., 301-834-7500 www.brunswickmd.gov

1635 Ballenger Creek, Point of Rocks 301-874-4560

POLICE DEPARTMENT

BRUNSWICK SENIOR CENTER

301-834-9101

301-834-8115

Jefferson Post Office 3702 Jefferson Pk., 301-473-8484 Point of Rocks Post Office 1597 Bowis Drive, 301-874-2131

SWIMMING POOL Brunswick Swimming Pool 301-834-7567

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 301-834-8300

BURKITTSVILLE Burkittsville is a virtually unchanged example of an American townscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, when the town was a service center for the rural area around it. Today, Main Street’s buildings are still bordered by fields of crops and dairy farms, although there are no longer any commercial establishments in the town. Burkittsville became closely involved with the Civil War when forces of the Union and Confederate armies engaged in the Battle of Crampton’s Gap, a bloody prelude to the Battle of Antietam.

MAYOR

TOWN OFFICE

POST OFFICE

Debby Burgoyne

500 E. Main St., 301-834-6780 www.burkittsville-md.gov

8 E. Main St., 301-834-9592

POPULATION 151 as of 2010 Census

EMMITSBURG Emmitsburg, a quiet town nestled at the foot of the mountains, offers peace and tranquility. Incorporated in the early 1800s, Emmitsburg was the home of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. She established the first Catholic school in the U.S., that grew into St. Joseph’s College. The property is now home to the National Fire Academy and Homeland Security. A short drive away is Mount Saint Mary’s University. In Emmitsburg you can relax but still be within driving distance to major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore and Harrisburg. You are just a few miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield, Ski Liberty Resort and numerous golf courses.

MAYOR

EMMITSBURG FIRE STATION # 6

EMMITSBURG SENIOR CENTER

Donald N. Briggs

25 W. Main St., 301-447-2728

301-600-6350

POPULATION 2,814 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE 300 A S. Seton Ave., 301-600-6300 www.emmitsburgmd.gov

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EMMITSBURG AMBULANCE COMPANY 301-447-6626

LIBRARY 300 A S. Seton Ave., 301-600-6329

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POST OFFICE 305 S. Seton Ave., 301-447-2655

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FREDERICK CITY One of the largest cities in Maryland, the City of Frederick is home to a diverse and thriving business community that includes Fort Detrick, the Frederick Memorial Healthcare System, and MedImmune. In addition to a strong employment base, Downtown Frederick is the hub of arts, culture and entertainment within the county. Downtown Frederick offers a thriving business district of 200+ eclectic and specialty retailers, restaurants and antique shops. Nearly 1.5 million tourists visit downtown each year, drawn by Civil War history and beautifully restored 18th, 19th and 20th century architecture. Activities and events can be enjoyed nearly every weekend throughout the year.Long known for its attractive scenery and railroad history, the City of Brunswick has become a destination for tourists. The city’s downtown is home to a bookstore/coffee shop, railroad museum, children’s clothing store, some curiosity shops, outdoor goods shopping, professional offices, and more. Brunswick is nestled near the scenic Potomac River, with camping and fishing amenities.

MAYOR

Randy McClement

POPULATION

65,239 as of 2010 Census

CITY HALL

101 N. Court St., 301-600-1380, www.cityoffrederick.com

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT 301-600-2100

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Citizen’s Truck Company 9 S. Court St., 301-600-1713 Independent Hose Company 310 Baughman’s Lane, 301-600-1720 Junior Fire Company 535 N. Market St., 301-600-2286

United Steam Fire Engine Co. 79 S. Market St., 301-600-1711 United/Westview Fire Station 5525 New Design Rd., 301-600-9330

TOWN PARKS

Baker Park 121 N. Bentz St., 301-600-1493 City Recreation Department 301-600-1492

C. BURR ARTZ PUBLIC LIBRARY

SWIMMING POOLS

POST OFFICES

Diggs Memorial Pool 301-600-6364

110 E. Patrick St., 301-600-1630, www.fcpl.org

Frederick City Post Office 201 E. Patrick St., 301-662-2131 College Estates Station Post Office 1301 W. 7th St., 301-662-6115 Tuscarora Post Office 5709-A Tuscarora Rd., 301-874-2303

Baker Park Swimming Pool 301-663-5666

REALTORS Amereihn, Kenny Weichert New Colony 114 Main St., Ste. 202 Mt. Airy, MD 21771 KennyA@weichert.com Office: 301-703-8605 Cell: 240-676-3858

Spring Ridge Fire Station # 33 6061 Spring Ridge Pkwy., 301-600-9330

MIDDLETOWN Middletown is a small, rural community steeped in American history. It is located in the beautiful Middletown Valley that stretches between the Catoctin Mountains on the east and South Mountain on the west. A young Lt. George Washington, while surveying the South Mountain area, reported that the valley to the east was one of the most beautiful places he had ever seen. Middletown continues to evolve from a settlement of farmers and ranchers to one of tradesmen, craftsmen, businessmen, clergymen, commuters and retired folk—without losing its agricultural roots. From the stately old Victorian-style homes and soaring church steeples to the rustic dairy farms and modern housing developments, residents find in Middletown a refuge where they can enjoy small-town life as it used to be.

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MIDDLETOWN BURGESS John D. Miller

POPULATION 4,136 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE 31 W. Main St., 301-371-6171, www.middletown.md.us

VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY 301-371-6907

LIBRARY 101 Prospect St., 301-371-7560

POST OFFICE 7227 Hollow Rd., 301-371-6880

TOWN PARKS Middletown Community Park Coblentz Rd., 301-694-1646

Middletown Memorial Park South Church St., 301-371-6171

Wiles Branch Park Knoll Side Ln., 301-371-6171

YOUTH SPORTS Middletown Recreation Council 301-371-3344 www.middletownrec.com

Middletown Valley Athletic Association (MVAA) 301-371-3423 www.mvaasports.com

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MOUNT AIRY The Town of Mount Airy is a nationally accredited “Main Street Maryland Community” and holds the State of Maryland’s esteemed “Community Legacy” designation. Located directly off of Interstate 70, it is about 45 minutes from both the Baltimore and Washington metropolitan job markets. One can quickly become enamored with downtown Mount Airy and its small-town charm, quaint old buildings and friendliness that takes you back to a time long past. Mount Airy has experienced a dramatic increase in growth, but because of effective growth management and land use strategies, still retains that quaint, small-town atmosphere. It boasts a booming downtown with community and cultural events, retail establishments, antique and craft collectible shops, cafes and restaurants.

MAYOR

POST OFFICE

Pat Rockinberg

505 Windy Knoll, 301-829-1199

POPULATION 9,288 as of 2010 Census

TOWN GOVERNMENT 110 S. Main St., 301-829-1424, www.mountairymd.org

RESIDENT TROOPERS 301-829-0218

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 301-829-0100

CARROLL COUNTY BRANCH LIBRARY Mount Airy Branch 705 Ridge Ave., 410-386-4470, 301-829-5290

YOUTH SPORTS Four County Little League www.fcllbaseball.org

TOWN PARKS Prospect Park and East West Park

Kemptown Cardinals (Baseball)

Watkins Park

Mount Airy Youth Athletic Association (MAYAA)

301-829-1424 301-829-8373

THE GREATER MOUNT AIRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce is proactive in assisting business owners in their mission to succeed and grow to their fullest potential.

Chamber officials offer information to local businesses and serve as a network for individual business owners. Most member businesses are locally owned and operated.

301-829-5426 www.mtairybusiness.com

www.geocities.com/Colosseum/ Lodge/1501

301-829-2027

REALTORS Amereihn, Kenny Weichert New Colony 114 Main St., Ste. 202 Mt. Airy, MD 21771 KennyA@weichert.com Office: 301-703-8605 Cell: 240-676-3858

MYERSVILLE Myersville is strategically located halfway between Frederick and Hagerstown, with convenient access from Interstate 70 to the south and U.S. Route 40 to the north, yet nicely buffered from both by a mile of local road. The outstanding location and beautiful, hilly terrain combined to make the town an attractive location for residential development during the last decades of the 20th century.

MAYOR Wayne Creadick

POPULATION 1,626 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE 301 Main St., 301-293-4281, www.myersvillemd.govoffice2.com

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Myersville Volunteer Fire Company

Wolfsville Volunteer Fire Company 301-293-1453

POST OFFICE 1 Wolfsville Rd., 301-293-1180

TOWN PARKS Doub’s Meadow Park

Corner of Rte. 40 and Rte. 17 Wolfsville Rd., 301-293-4281

Town Park

8 Harp Place, 301-293-4281

YOUTH SPORTS Myersville Junior Baseball League www.myersvillebaseball.com

Wolfsville-Myersville Athletic Association (WMAA) 301-293-3115, www.eteamz.com/wmaasports

301-293-9817

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NEW MARKET Known as the “Antiques Capital of Maryland,” New Market now offers a concentration of establishments where visitors can browse and purchase the treasures of yesteryear. Fine bed and breakfast accommodations and dining facilities in formal and casual settings are available.

In 1975, New Market was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

MAYOR

POST OFFICES

Winslow E. Burhans III

168 W. Main St., 301-865-3333

POPULATION 656 as of 2010 Census

TOWN GOVERNMENT 39 W. Main St., 301-865-5544, www.townofnewmarket.org

NEW MARKET DISTRICT FIRE CO.

REALTORS Amereihn, Kenny Weichert New Colony

4411 Green Valley Rd., Monrovia 301-865-5432

YOUTH SPORTS Linganore/Urbana Youth Athletic Association (LUYAA)

114 Main St., Ste. 202 Mt. Airy, MD 21771 KennyA@weichert.com Office: 301-703-8605 Cell: 240-676-3858

www.luyaa.org

301-865-5700

ROSEMONT Rosemont is a village in southern Frederick County, one mile southeast of Route 340 & one mile north of the Potomac River. It is a quiet residential community. Rolling farmland & mountains contoured by Harper’s Ferry Gap in West Virginia add to the tranquility of the town.

BURGESS

TOWN GOVERNMENT

Thomas Watson

1219 Rosemont Dr., 301-834-7444, https://sites.google.com/site/ rosemontmd/home

POPULATION 294 as of 2010 Census

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Volunteer Fire Department 301-834-8300

TOWN PARK Lions Merryland Park 3673 Petersville Road

Brunswick Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue 301-834-8102

URBANA URBANA FIRE DEPARTMENT 3602 Urbana Pk., 301-663-3822

URBANA REGIONAL LIBRARY 9020 Amelung St., 301-600-7000

URBANA SENIOR CENTER 301-600-7020

(SUBSECTION OF FREDERICK CITY)

YMCA (Green Valley)

301-607-6900 www.frederickymca.org/green-valley

Urbana Recreation Council

Members provide recreation scheduling for the nearby communities of Urbana, Kemptown, Green Valley, Windsor Knolls, and the surrounding areas. www.urbanarec.com

Linganore/Urbana Youth Athletic Association (LUYAA)

Baseball, basketball, field hockey, football, lacrosse, and soccer. www.luyaa.org

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REALTORS Amereihn, Kenny Weichert New Colony 114 Main St., Ste. 202 Mt. Airy, MD 21771 KennyA@weichert.com Office: 301-703-8605 Cell: 240-676-3858

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WALKERSVILLE Walkersville is a combination of two villages that were settled by German immigrants in the mid 1700s and early 1800s. By the late 1800s, the villages of Georgetown and Walkersville had grown so intertwined that it made sense to combine them into one entity, which was named Walkersville.

Today, Walkersville aggressively pursues fiscal responsibility, recycling projects, and innovation. In 1995, it was credited with having the first State Police bicycle patrol in the nation. There are four schools, residential developments, a shopping center, several businesses and institutions, and numerous restaurants in the town. Walkersville has managed a rapid population growth wisely, enabling it to maintain a friendly, small-town atmosphere.

BURGESS

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

Ralph W. Whitmore

301-600-9110

POPULATION

LIBRARY

5,800 as of 2010 Census

57 W. Frederick St., 301-845-8880

POSTAL ZIP CODE 21793

TOWN OFFICE PO Box 249 21 W. Frederick St., 301-845-4500, www.walkersvillemd.cgov

POLICE DEPARTMENT 301-898-0200

Heritage Farm Park Devilbiss Bridge Rd., 301-845-4500

Walkersville Community Park Kenneth Dr. off Biggs Ford Rd., 301-845-4500

POST OFFICE

YOUTH SPORTS Glade Valley Athletic Association

7 E. Frederick St., 301-845-8342

301-845-2617 www.gvaasports.com

TOWN PARKS Creamery Park

Walkersville Baseball Association

Corner of Pennsylvania Ave. and S. Glade Rd., 301-845-4500

www.walkersvillebaseball.com

Gilmore C. Trout Memorial Park

Corner of Sandstone and Bedrock Dr., 301-845-4500

WOODSBORO Early history suggests that the Woodsboro area was a hunting and trapping ground for a wandering tribe of Susquehanna Indians.

From early times, the settlement was located at a crossroads on the Indian trail running from the Chesapeake Bay to the mountains.

When the stagecoach became the primary mode of transportation, the place became an important stop on its itinerary. Today, Woodsboro is still primarily an agricultural area, but an important industry is centered on the three lime quarries that border the town.

BURGESS Gary Smith

POPULATION 1,141 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE 2 S. 3rd St., 301-898-3800, www.woodsboro.org

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Woodsboro Volunteer Fire Company 301-898-5100

Libertytown Volunteer Fire Company 301-898-9193

New Midway Volunteer Fire Company 301-898-0543

POST OFFICES Woodsboro Post Office

602 S. Main St., Woodsboro 301-845-8408

TOWN PARK Woodsboro Town Park 301-898-3800

YOUTH SPORTS Woodsboro/New Midway Recreation Council

PO Box 303, Woodsboro www.woodsboro.org/wnmrc/rec.htm

Ladiesburg Post Office

12509 Woodsboro Pke., Ladiesburg

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