Frederick County Guide – Spring 2017

BRUNSWICK TRANSITIONS From Rails to Trails Visit Frederick for FANTASTIC DINING

SPRING 2017

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New Business TEACHES KIDS TO CODE

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MAPLE VALLEY

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ESTATES

NORTH HAGERSTOWN!

ESTABLISHED COMMUNITY!

LOW MAINTENANCE LIVING!

1/3 ACRE HOMESITES!

BOONSBORO SCHOOLS!

SingleEFamily S T A T E SHomes From the Low $270’s Executive-style homes with homesites from 1/4 to just under a 1/2 acre!

3 Story Townhomes From the Upper $160’s Convenience abounds!

Less than 2 miles from an abundance of shopping & restaurants!

2 and 3 Story Townhomes From the Low $200’s Hagerstown’s only 30 foot townhomes! Located in the hub of Hagerstown near I-70, HCC & Meritus Hospital.

Single Family Homes From the Low $260’s Hagerstown’s #1 planned community located off of Sharpsburg Pike near Premium Outlets & I-70.

Single Family Homes From the Low $260’s Limited opportunity in the quiet setting of Keedysville with only 21 homesites most backing to trees.

MAPLE VALLEY

240-608-6794

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240-608-6796

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240-420-6057

11236 Robinwood Dr. | Hagerstown Open Mon: 1-5pm Tues-Sun: 10am-5pm

240-608-6795

9424 Morning Dew Dr. | Hagerstown Open Mon: 1-5pm Tues-Sun: 10am-5pm

240-329-0523

14 Dogstreet Rd. | Keedysville Open Mon: 1-5pm Tues-Sun: 10am-5pm

Better Value. Better Living.™

www.DanRyanBuilders.com/Hagerstown *Prices, terms and availability subject to change without notice. Mileage is approximate. Dan Ryan Builders, LLC. MHBR# 310 and Dan Ryan Builders Mid-Atlantic, LLC. MHBR # 7041.

MARYLAND GOLF

at its finest

With a county population of 300,000 and 13 golf courses, Clustered Spires has earned “Best of Frederick Golf Course” for the 3rd straight year and our 17th time out of 20 years! Golf Digest awards Clustered Spires a HHHH rating. Clustered Spires reputation is a great conditioned golf course with wonderful greens and considered the best value golf course in central Maryland.

CLUSTERED SPIRES GOLF CLUB NON-SENIORS RATE

Monday–Thursday ......... $43 Friday ............................. $47 Saturday & Sunday ........ $61

SENIORS/60+ RATE

Monday–Friday .............. $33

TWILIGHT RATE

5 pm–Dusk ..................... $27

8415 Gas House Pike | Frederick, MD 21701 | 301-600-1295 | ClusteredSpiresGolf.com

Theatre in Downtown Frederick

Illustrations by Goodloe Byron

By Rick Elice, Music by Wayne Barker Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson

“The most exhilirating Broadway storytelling in decades!”

The New York Times

April 14 – May 7

*Suitable for all ages.

By Penelope Skinner “Award-winning playwright Penelope Skinner’s new play Fred’s Diner is stylish and great fun.”

The Guardian

May 26 – June 18

*Suitable for mature audiences.

31 W PATRICK STREET FREDERICK MD 21701 • 301.694.4744 • MARYLANDENSEMBLE.ORG

McCutcheon’s uses only the finest ingredients in our Butters, Preserves, Relishes, Sauces, & much more!

Visit our FACTORY STORE for a unique shopping experience!

McCutcheons.com • 301.662.3261

13 S. Wisner Street, Frederick, MD 21701

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EDITOR

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Happy Spring, Frederick!

Though Frederick County is truly beautiful no matter the time of year, springtime is especially gorgeous around these parts. As nature comes alive in vibrant color, a drive or walk through your favorite Frederick County town is in order.

While the City of Frederick’s Baker Park is always a good bet for finding a variety of colorful trees and flowers and wonderful walking and biking trails, don’t rule out a trip further south, to the historic City of Brunswick.

Brunswick is truly a city in transition from its storied railroad past to its promising future, with many new residents and a burgeoning downtown business scene. Check out our feature on the City of Brunswick, starting on Page 60. This feature is the first of many to come in each edition of The Frederick County Guide. In every issue, we will focus on a different town in Frederick County, discussing the many wonderful details that makes each locale unique.

Of course, we also have all of our other regular sections, guiding readers through Education, History, Seniors, Child and Youth Activities, Health and more!

Have fun reading this issue, and get out there to explore Frederick County during the best season of the year!

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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.

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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EMERGENCY NUMBERS POLICE/FIRE/ AMBULANCE

O 911

POISON CONTROL

O 1-800-222-1222

NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER Report Chemical/Oil Spills & Chemical Biological Terrorism

O 1-800-424-8802

UTILITIES EMERGENCY Electric Allegheny Power

O 1-800-255-3443 Gas Washington Gas

O 1-800-752-7520 Water/Sewer

O 301-600-2194 O 301-600-2187

NON-URGENT NUMBERS

GENERAL NUMBERS

FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

YOUTH CRISIS HOTLINE

O 301-600-2100 FREDERICK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE

O 301-600-2071 FREDERICK COUNTY FIRE MARSHALL

O 301-600-1479 MARYLAND STATE POLICE (FREDERICK BARRACKS)

LIBRARY INFORMATION

O 301-600-1630 OFFICE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

O toll free: 1-800-422-0009

O 301-600-1063

FREDERICK COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

O 301-600-9000 w co.frederick.md.us

PARKS AND RECREATION

O 301-600-1646 PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS

O 301-600-2313

ANIMAL CONTROL

PLANNING AND ZONING

O 301-600-1546 O 301-600-2558

O 301-600-1138

(emergency-after hours)

RECYCLING

BULK TRASH PICK-UP

O 301-600-2960

O 301-600-1035

TRANSIT (TRANSPORTATION)

CITIZEN SERVICES

O 301-600-2065

O 301-600-1063

TOURISM COUNCIL

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

O 301-600-2888

O 301-600-1100

VITAL RECORDS

COUNTY COURTHOUSE

O 301-600-1029

O 301-600-1976

WORKFORCE SERVICES

ADULT ABUSE/ PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY)

FREDERICK SENIOR CENTER

O 301-600-2255

O 301-600-2635

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

O 301-600-4151 BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, FIREARMS, AND EXPLOSIVES (ATF)

O 443-965-2000

HELPLINES/ CRISIS INFO

CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES (FREDERICK COUNTY)

O 301-600-1605 O 301-600-1029

O 301-600-2464

DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

FREDERICK COUNTY CRISIS & INTERVENTION HOTLINE

ELECTIONS

O 301-662-2255 HOSPICE OF FREDERICK COUNTY

O 240-566-3030 MISSING CHILDREN MARYLAND

O toll free: 1-800-843-5678 NATIONAL RUNAWAY SWITCHBOARD

O toll free: 1-800-RUN-AWAY SUBSTANCE ABUSE (FREDERICK COUNTY)

O 301-600-1775

O 301-600-4555 O 301-600-VOTE FAMILY PARTNERSHIP

O 301-600-2206 FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

O 301-644-5000 HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

O 301-600-1061 HUMAN RELATIONS

O 301-600-1109

FREDERICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

O 301-662-4164 FREDERICK COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

O 301-663-5895 FREDERICK MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

O 240-566-3300 w fmh.org MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

O toll free: 1-800-950-1MVA w mva.state.md.us MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF FREDERICK COUNTY

O 301-663-0011 THE ARC OF FREDERICK COUNTY

HUMAN RESOURCES

O 301-663-0909 w arcfc.org

O 301-600-1070 O 301-600-2315

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

(24-Hour Job Line)

O 301-695-2803

LANDFILL INFORMATION

O 301-600-1848

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UTILITY LISTINGS ELECTRIC – GAS Allegheny Power

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Frederick, MD

O 1-800-255-3443 1-800-955-9445 24 hours / 7 Days

Ferrellgas

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-1531 PPL Gas Utilities

,

Lock Haven, PA

O 1-800-652-0550

Columbia Propane

OIL COMPANIES

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Aero Energy

Frederick, MD

O 301-620-9046 Ferrellgas

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Frederick, MD

Geiser Distributing Company, Inc.

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,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-1885 Lee's Gas Supply

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-5306 Penn Fuel Propane

,

Emmitsburg, MD

Washington Gas – Frederick Division

The Plumbery

,

O 301-829-1770 O 1-828-238-5258

24 hours / 7 Days

GAS – PROPANE Aero Energy

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-4101 O 1-800-998-4311

Mt. Airy, MD

Shawley's Superior LP Gas So Fine, Inc.

,

Hagerstown, MD

O 301-797-4887

Servicing Myersville, Thurmont,

Emmitsburg, and Burkittsville

Amerigas (Columbia Propane)

Southern States Cooperative, Inc. Frederick Petroleum Service

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,

Frederick, MD

O 301-620-9046 O 1-800-545-6103 Carroll Independent Fuel

,

Westminster, MD

O 410-848-4477 O 1-800-834-8590

Delivering to Frederick County

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-6168 Suburban Propane

O 1-800-258-0606 Thompson's Gas & Electric Service

O 1-800-768-6612 United Propane

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-831-5551

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O 301-662-4101 O 1-800-998-4311 Carroll Independent Fuel

Serving Parts of Frederick County

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-1531

O 301-447-6110 O 1-800-464-6110

O 301-662-2151

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Westminster, MD

O 410-848-4477 O 1-800-834-8590

Delivering to Frederick County

Tevis Oil/Modern Comfort Systems

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Monrovia, MD

O 410-875-2600 O 1-888-468-4949

Service Provided to most of Frederick. Serving oil to Mt. Airy, Libertytown, Monrovia, and New Market

Voneiff Oil

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Mt. Airy, MD

C. Richard Dewees Fuel Oil

O 301-829-0244

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West Oil, Inc.

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-7303 Damascus Fuel Company

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Thurmont, MD

O 301-898-7116

Damascus, MD

O 301-253-2161

Serving southern Frederick County

WELL AND SEPTIC INFORMATION

Farmer's Cooperative Association, Inc.

Frederick County Division of Utilities and Solid Waste Management

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-5422 O 1-800-255-0023

Public Water Information

Griffith Energy Services, Inc.

Billing Department

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Frederick, MD

O 301-663-3111 O 1-800-486-2477 LS Fuel Oil

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Brunswick, MD

O 301-834-9701 O 301-663-3833 Mason Dixon Oil Company

,

Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-3199 Southern States Cooperative, Inc. Frederick Petroleum Service

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-668

O 301-696-2997 O 301-600-2354 County Water/Sewer Emergencies

O 301-600-2187 (Daytime) O 301-600-2194 (Evening) Frederick City Water/Sewer Emergencies

O 301-600-1440 Frederick County Health Department Environmental Health Problems

O 301-600-1719 Water Quality Problems

O 301-631-3168

CONTENTS Spring 2017

IN THE COMMUNITY 12 Sheriff’s Office Invites Community Support HISTORY 16 Barbara Fritchie, Legendary Lady REAL ESTATE 18 Three Truths to Understand About Real Estate BUSINESS 22 Federated Charities Offers Incubator Space

to Assist Nonprofits

EDUCATION 24 Enter the Great Frederick Discovery Race 24

CHILD/YOUTH ACTIVITIES 30 New Business Teaches Kids to Code HEALTH CARE 34 Seven Sacred Practices for Healing Overwhelm SENIORS 42 Variety of Services Offered for Seniors

in Frederick County

TRANSPORTATION 44 Spring is for Biking Around Frederick 16

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ARTS & LEISURE 46 Visit Frederick for Delicious Dining 54 Events Throughout Frederick County FREDERICK COUNTY TOWNS 60 Brunswick: A Town in Transition, from Rails to Trails 70 Towns Throughout Frederick County

Burkittsville / Emmitsburg / Frederick City Middletown / Mount Airy / Myersville New Market / Rosemont / Thurmont Urbana / Walkersville / Woodsboro

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Open Daily 8AM - 9PM | Rt. 85 - Frederick, Maryland

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Hood College is nestled in a beautiful, historic neighborhood, only a short walk from downtown Frederick, Maryland, and an hour’s drive from Baltimore and Washington, D.C. At Hood, undergraduate and graduate students benefit from small class sizes, extraordinary faculty, and an active and inclusive community. Discover Hood’s 65 baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate degrees, certificates and doctorates. Visit www.hood.edu to find out more.

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Sheriff’s Office Invites COMMUNITY SUPPORT According to its mission statement, The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is a full service law enforcement agency; an arm of the court, and a keeper of offenders. In this regard it exists to serve all the people within Frederick County with respect, fairness, and compassion.

While the Sheriff's Office is committed to the prevention of crime; the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace and order; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees; and safekeeping of prisoners, its foundation is community service, with goals to enhance the quality of life, investigating problems as well as incidents, seeking solutions and fostering a sense of security in communities and individuals.

Through the CAP program, the sheriff’s office aims to not only improve the overall quality of life in the community, but also broaden the communications network along with bringing in new skills and expertise to the sheriff's office.

On its website, the sheriff’s office states that its officers understand that they are a part of one of the few agencies of government that never closes, and therefore, may be called upon to perform many different tasks for the community. “We will always strive to professionally and enthusiastically respond to the community's needs,” it states.

• Business and residential checks

Some of the many ways the sheriff’s office works to serve its mission of community policing include:

• Fingerprinting

Citizens Advisory Committee

• Crime prevention and Neighborhood Watch programs

The advisory committee was established to provide the Sheriff's Office a forum for police-community interaction and to address public safety and related issues in order to further enhance the quality of life in our community.

Duties and responsibilities of members of the CAP program include: • Traffic direction and control

• Securing crime scenes and searches • Parade and funeral escorts

• Educational presentations based on skills and expertise

• Patrol checks

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Community Assistance Patrol (CAP)

GET INVOLVED

It is the goal of the Sheriff's Office to enlist the voluntary services of citizens to improve the efficiency and productivity of the office.

This program is an effort to provide non-law enforcement services via community involvement thus allowing certified deputies more time to respond to calls that require law enforcement.

Citizen involvement is a must if Community Policing is to be successful. To become involved with improving the quality of life in your neighborhood, contact the Frederick County Sheriff's Office or your local police department.

Volunteering in law enforcement is expanding. As a law enforcement agency, the sheriff’s office asks for residents’ support in combating and deterring crime through community involvement, keeping in line with its Community Policing philosophy, whereas the police and community join together as partners and work as a team.

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In an emergency, call 911 for law enforcement. To report suspicious activity in your community, or any other nonemergency situation, dial 301-600-2071.

For more information about how Community Policing can make a difference in your community, call the Frederick County Sheriff's Office at 301-600-1046 and ask to speak with the Community Services supervisor.

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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FITNESS

PET CARE

SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

BARRE EAST

CARE VETERINARY CENTER

ZONTA CLUB OF FREDERICK

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,

,

14 N. East St., Studio 3

Frederick, MD 21701

1080 West Patrick St.

Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-378-2938 w barreeast.com

O 301-662-2273 w carefrederick.com

O 301-606-8161 m pbrosensteel@aol.com w zontafrederick.com They are dedicated to advancing the status of women

WILLIAM R. TALLEY RECREATION CENTER

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worldwide and work alongside the community to eradicate violence against women, provide literacy tutoring, and raise

Frederick, MD

funds for scholarships to benefit women in their education.

O 301-600-1492 THE YMCA OF FREDERICK COUNTY

ZONTA CLUB

DOWNTOWN Y

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1000 North Market St.

of Frederick

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-5131 w frederickymca.org

International Service Organization

GREEN VALLEY Y

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P.O. Box 3896

Frederick, MD 21705

11791 Fingerboard Rd.

Monrovia, MD 21770

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O 301-607-6900 w frederickymca.org

Working to advance the status of women in Frederick County and worldwide since 1930.

Become a member today!

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Barbara Fritchie, LEGENDARY LADY

BY MARY BOSWELL, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, HERITAGE FREDERICK

To historians and history buffs, Barbara Fritchie (sometimes spelled Frietchie) is Frederick’s leading legendary lady.

A souvenir card, copyrighted in April 18, 1885

by Markens & Bielfield, depicts Barbara Fritchie, who died in December 1862.

Scholars say she “put Frederick on the map.” Most of her 96 years were uneventful, but in adulthood she was, in many ways, ahead of her time. She was born in 1766 in Lancaster, Pa. Her parents had emigrated from Dildendorff, Naussau, Germany 12 years earlier.

Before she was 10 years old, she and her family moved to Frederick. In 1806, at the age of 40, she married a much younger man, John Casper Fritchie (1780–1849). She was well read and owned an impressive collection of books, including “Interesting Anecdotes of the Heroic Conduct of Women,” published in Baltimore in 1804, two years before her marriage.

International fame was bestowed upon Fritchie after she died in 1862, when a poem about her was published in the “Atlantic Monthly” the following year. Written by John Greenleaf Whittier, the poem focuses on an incident in which she is said to have confronted Confederate troops when they marched through Frederick during the Civil War. According to the poem, Confederate soldiers shot at the Union flag that she had posted outside her attic window. In response, she grabbed the flag and said, “Shoot if you must this old gray head, but spare your country’s flag.”

After the poem was published, her fame went “viral.” Today, critics question the validity of the story, but the poem immediately resulted in a host of popular materials and retail opportunities. Over the years, a motorcycle race, a horse race and a restaurant have been named after her. The poem also inspired a song, a play, an operetta, three silent films, and a brand of candy.

In 1943, on his way to see President Franklin D. Roosevelt at what is now Camp David, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill recited the poem and asked to see her house.

Today people may see a reconstruction of her house at the original site on West Patrick Street.

Barbara Fritchie at Heritage Frederick’s Museum of Frederick History: The play “Barbara Frietchie”

by Clyde Fitch was romantic fiction, originally produced in Philadelphia in 1889. Two weeks later, it was performed in New York and closed in 1890. “Barbara Frietchie Patriotic Ballad” was composed by Jules Jordan and was performed in Boston for a soloist, chorus and orchestra.

“My Maryland” was based on Fitch’s play and was performed at Jolson’s Theatre in New York.

Actress Julia Marlowe (1865–1950) performed as Barbara Fritchie. BY TURNER PHOTOGRAPHY

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PHOTOS COURTESY OF HERITAGE FREDERICK

A few notable pieces from the exhibit on

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The Barbara Fritchie Home today, located on West Patrick Street in Frederick.

COURTESY AUSHERMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION

The poem that made Barbara Fritchie famous:

BARBARA FRIETCHIE

BY JOHN GREENLEAF WHITTIER

Up from the meadows rich with corn, Clear in the cool September morn, The clustered spires of Frederick stand Green-walled by the hills of Maryland.

Round about them orchards sweep, Apple- and peach-tree fruited deep, Fair as a garden of the Lord To the eyes of the famished rebel horde, On that pleasant morn of the early fall When Lee marched over the mountain wall,— Over the mountains winding down, Horse and foot, into Frederick town.

Forty flags with their silver stars, Forty flags with their crimson bars, Flapped in the morning wind: the sun Of noon looked down, and saw not one.

Up rose old Barbara Frietchie then, Bowed with her fourscore years and ten; Bravest of all in Frederick town, She took up the flag the men hauled down;

In her attic window the staff she set, To show that one heart was loyal yet.

Up the street came the rebel tread, Stonewall Jackson riding ahead.

Under his slouched hat left and right He glanced: the old flag met his sight.

“Halt!”— the dust-brown ranks stood fast.

“Fire!”— out blazed the rifle-blast.

It shivered the window, pane and sash; It rent the banner with seam and gash.

Quick, as it fell, from the broken staff Dame Barbara snatched the silken scarf; She leaned far out on the window-sill, And shook it forth with a royal will.

“Shoot, if you must, this old gray head, But spare your country’s flag,” she said.

A shade of sadness, a blush of shame, Over the face of the leader came; The nobler nature within him stirred To life at that woman’s deed and word:

“Who touches a hair of yon gray head Dies like a dog! March on!” he said.

All day long through Frederick street Sounded the tread of marching feet: All day long that free flag tost Over the heads of the rebel host.

Ever its torn folds rose and fell On the loyal winds that loved it well; And through the hill-gaps sunset light Shone over it with a warm good-night.

Barbara Frietchie’s work is o’er, And the Rebel rides on his raids no more.

Honor to her! and let a tear Fall, for her sake, on Stonewall’s bier.

Over Barbara Frietchie’s grave Flag of Freedom and Union, wave!

Peace and order and beauty draw Round thy symbol of light and law; And ever the stars above look down On thy stars below in Frederick town!

+ To learn more about this legendary lady, stop by Heritage Frederick, at 24 E. Church St., in Frederick. An exhibit examines the “real” Barbara Fritchie and the myths. Heritage Frederick’s Museum of Frederick County History and the Frederick County Archives & Research Center are open Wednesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., and Sundays, 1–4 p.m. Find out more at frederickhistory.org.

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Three Truths to Understand ABOUT REAL ESTATE

BY KAREN HIGHLAND, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR, FREDERICK COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

Many real estate professionals would love to provide more insight and education to the general public about three topics: Buyer Agency Laws, Representation, and Local Market Supply and Demand.

1. Buyer Agency Laws in Maryland Maryland is known to be a progressive consumer advocacy state.

Buyer Agency was introduced in the late 1990s and is an example of the way Maryland was ahead of many states in protecting the interests of home buyers. If you’ve purchased a home in Maryland any time since 1999, then you should have been made aware of Maryland Agency Laws—who represents whom in a real estate transaction.

The Maryland Real Estate Commission is responsible for overseeing the nearly 40,000 licensed real estate salespeople and brokers throughout the state. The Commission's job is to protect the general public by establishing and enforcing professional standards and informing the public of their rights in the process of buying or selling a home.

On Oct. 1, 2016, new laws regarding agency took effect, and they have an impact on home buyers. Here are some things homebuyers should know: There are three types of agency in Maryland • Agents who represent the seller—including the seller’s agent and the subagent (can assist the buyer in purchasing a property, but his or her duty of loyalty is only to the seller.)

• Agents who represent the buyer­—the buyer’s agent.

• Dual Agents—dual agency arises when the buyer’s agent and the seller’s agent both work for the same real estate company.

What has changed as of October 1, 2016? There will no longer be the type of agency called “Presumed Agency.” Previously, without a signed Buyer’s Agency Agreement, the agent could continue to represent the buyer by providing services as a Presumed Agent. That presumptive representation is no longer recognized in Maryland.

What Does this Mean for A Homebuyer? Before the advent of Buyer’s Agency Laws in 1999, every agent was required to work for the seller, and represented the seller’s best interests. The Maryland Real Estate Commission wants to ensure that homebuyers know their rights and understand that they have Buyer Agency available to

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them. Consumers should understand that all agents are mandated by law to represent the seller when there is no written Buyer’s Agency Agreement in place. Please be aware that all real estate agents are required by law to treat all parties “fairly and honestly,” but without a written Buyer’s Agency Agreement, the agent represents the seller. It is the law.

After Oct. 1, homebuyers cannot presume that the agent whom they are working with represents them. When visiting an open house, a new “Open House Disclosure” notice will be placed visibly, which explains that the agent conducting the open house represents the seller. Real Estate agents are required to educate buyers and sellers on Agency laws and their rights upon the first meeting.

2. Representation Agency is more than information. Today’s homebuyers are well aware that this is the information age and are able to obtain vast amounts of information from the internet on houses, neighborhoods and lifestyles. But this is the important part about Buyer Agency: Without a written agreement, you cannot get any information that is tailored to your interest. Buyer Agency is designed to give the buyer representation, or advocacy.

Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial transactions that most people will make in their lifetimes. The complexities of buying and selling real estate have increased over the years, making it also one of the most difficult transactions most people engage in.

Having a real estate agent who is your trusted adviser may be the most important aspect of buying and selling, and can often make or break a transaction.

Although it can be unnerving to trust someone else for counsel in this important decision, most buyers and sellers realize that they can benefit from having a professional to help guide them through the complexities. After all, the average homeowner buys and sells a home five times in their lifetime. The average real estate agent does multiple transactions in the year, and will have seen multiple scenarios. Real estate professionals will have intuitive insight directed by this experience.

Immediately upon reading these statements, many homebuyers will have questions…

•

“What if I don’t want to make a commitment, I just want to see a house?” Consider that a real estate agent has expertise that comes from hundreds, if not thousands, of real estate transactions over their career… why not take advantage of that knowledge?

Especially appealing should be the fact that the knowledge can be used for your interests.

•

“What if I don’t like that real estate agent?” All Maryland contracts are required to have a cancellation clause. You can hire a real estate agent for the month or the week, or for a onetime home showing, or even for an hour if you really want to.

•

“I just met the agent two minutes ago, I really don’t want to sign something.” That is your right. The law is in place to let buyers know their rights and options. Buyers have the right to enter a home purchase agreement unrepresented.

Your real estate agent may do more than just help you find a home, or help you sell your home. There are many moving parts still to take place after the contract is signed. All along the way, you should have confidence in your Realtor, such that you see them as a trusted adviser.

3. All Real Estate is Local An educated consumer is a better prepared consumer. Real estate professionals would not have it any other way. However, the information found on the internet must still be interpreted with local market expertise. Markets can differ at any given time, from region to region, state to state, city to city, and even among neighborhoods within a city. All real estate is local, even hyper local in many instances.

Even with the many changes in the real estate industry due to technology and information, any local real estate market still hinges on two basic market factors: supply and demand. Local Realtors offer their buyers and sellers the benefit that comes from immersing themselves in their local market every day of the year.

They can provide the local expertise through which all the data must be interpreted to become truly meaningful. To understand true home values, find a qualified local Realtor and ask them about the local market trends.

+ A Realtor® is a member of the National Association of REALTORS® and is guided by the standards of the REALTORS® Code of Ethics. Local REALTORS® are members of The Frederick County Association of REALTORS® (FCAR), the Maryland Association of REALTORS® (MAR) and the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). We are proud to serve our members and work to ensure professionalism in the industry, and to serve our community and work to protect homeownership and property rights. This is a cursory overview of the changes in Maryland Agency Laws.

For a full explanation and view of the documentation, visit the Maryland Real Estate Commission Website: dllr.state.md.us/license/mrec/

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Frederick, MD

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Frederick, MD 21702

O 844-467-1356 m willowdale@bhmanagement.com w willowdalecrossing.com

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O 301-662-3303 w theresidencesatthemanor.com

5301 Buckeystown Pk., Suite 105

Frederick, MD 21704

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5301 Buckeystown Pk. Suite 250

Frederick, MD 21704

O 301-644-1056 m michelle@yourtriphome.com w thehodosgroup.com KRISTI JACOB WOODS

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Frederick MD 21701

O 301-788-4236 w frederickareahomes.com

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Federated Charities Offers Incubator Space to Assist Nonprofits

BY ELIN ROSS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FEDERATED CHARITIES

The Lloyd and Charlotte Hoover Charity Incubator Space, a small, low-cost, flexible space available to emerging nonprofit organizations in Frederick, launched at the beginning of 2017.

In the incubator space, Federated Charities is also sharing their 100 years of expertise to help new organizations move from concept to implementation. In addition to the incubator space, these organizations have access to quarterly training sessions, underwritten

by Federated Charities, to help them focus their energy on providing better services to the community.

The official vision of the Hoover Charity Incubator space is to use the assets of the Federated Charities building to support the efforts of emerging programs that support the well-being of residents in Frederick and provide services to needy families and individuals.

Federated Charities has promoted the value of collaborative space and believes that when nonprofits can save on overhead costs, they have more resources to use for the programs and services that directly impact individuals and local communities. Tenancy in the Hoover Incubator, or in a traditional 12-month lease with Federated Charities, brings added value to partner programs and clients by sharing unique expertise, collaboration and maximization of resources. Federated Charities provides a visible space in the heart of Downtown Frederick where organizations and the community can support these programs and their clients.

The mission of Federated Charities for more than 100 years has been to provide compassionate community services in Frederick and offer

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education and resources that support nonprofits in a collaborative environment so they can better serve their local clients. The intention is to promote this mission by providing attractive, centrally located and cost-effective space for nonprofit tenant partners, whether they rent for one day or 12 months.

Featuring amenities such as free WiFi, file storage, access to a 15-seat conference room, mail delivery, monthly “office hours,” a kitchenette and a color copier, tenancy in the Hoover Incubator can be an effective way for a small nonprofit organization to establish a presence in the heart of Downtown Frederick.

Depending on which membership level an organization chooses, the daily rate for rentals are as low as $10 per day, so organizations can build the schedule they need to bring the next, great, worldchanging program to fruition.

+ To arrange a free day pass or get more information on office space in the incubator, contact Federated Charities at incubate@federatedcharities.org

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Enter the Great Frederick DISCOVERY RACE

BY DR. TERRY ALBAN, SUPERINTENDENT, FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is excited to launch the Great Frederick Discovery Race this spring to support our Young Scholars program while providing a fun community activity.

FCPS “Young Scholars” have created clues to help race participants of all ages find and learn about locations throughout Frederick’s historic district. Families, co-workers, neighbors or any group can sign up now to race as a team from 2–4 p.m., on Saturday, May 13. As racers find each location, they snap a team photo as proof. The race is suitable for all ages and can be as competitive or non-competitive as the participants wish.

The first teams to complete 11 of 12 clue challenges will win prizes.

But that’s not all! The Great Frederick Discovery Race will also yield awards to racers with the best costume themes. Teams can race in superhero costumes, as historic figures, or dressed to represent their work or other group. There is a lot of freedom to be creative and have fun with costumes.

The FCPS Young Scholars program is for students with high academic potential, but are traditionally underrepresented in advanced coursework. They may lack advocates, access, or experiences. Many are students whose family circumstances make them eligible for free or reduced-price school meals.

Founded in 2011, the FCPS Young Scholars program operates at Hillcrest and Monocacy Elementary schools and Monocacy and West Frederick Middle schools, where students learn about future opportunities in engineering and other STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields. Students remain part of the program throughout their school years. The first group of Young Scholars will enter Frederick and Gov. Thomas Johnson high schools this

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fall. All funds raised through the race will support field trips and summer experiences for Young Scholars.

The idea for the Great Frederick Discovery Race came about during a meeting of a group called Eliminating Achievement Gaps, Inc. (EAG). Ed Hinde, who directs SHIP (the Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership) suggested the idea. Meg Lee, who supervises Advanced Academics for the school system, agreed it was a terrific project for students to undertake and a great way to raise support to continue the Young Scholars program. Middle school Young Scholars created the race clues as part of last summer’s camp.

The Community Foundation of Frederick County agreed to manage the race fund. Early bird registration is $20 per person or $70 per team of up to four. Registration is open now at http://tinyurl.com/ GreatFDRace and will continue through race day. Early registration will help coordinators prepare for a successful event.

Please sign up now to join the Great Frederick Discovery Race for an afternoon of excitement, learning and fun for all ages. As a bonus, you’ll be making a positive difference for local students to ensure a bright future in Frederick County.

+ For more about the Young Scholars program, see the FCPS YouTube video: youtu.be/CxWmxGNfNoo

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EDUCATION throughout FREDERICK COUNTY COLLEGES/ UNIVERSITIES

PRIVATE SCHOOLS

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

Frederick Community College

Banner School

Frederick Adventist School (K–8)

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7932 Opossumtown Pk.

Frederick, MD 21702

1730 N. Market St.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-846-2400 w frederick.edu

O 301-695-9320 w bannerschool.org

Hood College

Beth Sholom Early Childhood Center

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401 Rosemont Ave.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-696-3400 m admission@hood.edu w hood.edu

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1011 North Market St.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-3427 w bethsholomfrederick.org

Mount St. Mary’s University

Friends Meeting School

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16300 Old Emmitsburg Rd.

Emmitsburg, MD 21727

O 301-447-6122 m admissions@msmary.edu w msmary.edu Mount St. Mary’s University, Frederick Campus

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5350 Spectrum Dr.

Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-682-8315 m inquiry@msmary.edu w msmary.edu Shepherd University

,

301 N. King St.

Shepherdstown, WV 25443

O 301-876-5000 w shepherd.edu

3232 Green Valley Rd.

Ijamsville, MD 21754

O 301-798-0288 w friendsmeetingschool.org Lucy School Arts-Integrated Curriculum

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9117 Frostown Rd.

Middletown, MD 21769

O 301-293-1163 w lucyschool.com Mother Seton School

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100 Creamery Rd.

Emmitsburg, MD 21727

O 301-447-3161 w mothersetonschool.org

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Frederick, MD

O 301-473-8990 The Goddard School (Pre-K–K)

,

Frederick, MD

,

Urbana, MD

O 301-631-6699 O 240-699-0006 New Life Christian School (K–12)

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-8418 Saint Thomas More Academy (Pre-K, 3–8)

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Middletown, MD

O 240-490-5479 St. John’s Catholic Prep High School (9–12)

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Frederick, MD

O 301-662-4210 Trinity School of Frederick (K–8)

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Frederick, MD

O 301-228-2333 Visitation Academy (Pre-K–8)

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O 301-662-2814

8414 Oppossumtown Pk.

Frederick, MD 21702

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Frederick Christian Academy (K–12)

Saint John’s Regional Catholic School

O 301-662-6722 w sjrcs.org

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/ / E D/ /U C SA ET C ITOI N O NL IHSETAI N DG ER S

PRESCHOOLS FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRE-K PROGRAMS

FCPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Lewistown Elementary

Ballenger Creek Elementary

Liberty Elementary

FCPS offers pre-kindergarten programs to all students eligible for free or reduced price meals. To enter the pre-kindergarten program for 2011–2012, 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 fcps.org.)

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FREDERICK COUNTY HEAD START

O 240-566-0100 w education.fcps.org/ces

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Frederick County, MD

O 301-600-1024 FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRE-K

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Frederick County, MD

O 301-644-5000

5250 Kingsbrook Drive, Frederick

O 240-236-2500 w education.fcps.org/bces Brunswick Elementary

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400 Central Ave., Brunswick

O 240-236-2900 Carroll Manor Elementary

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5624 Adamstown Road, Adamstown

O 240-236-3800 Centerville Elementary

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3601 Carriage Hill Drive, Frederick

Deer Crossing Elementary

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10601 Finn Drive, New Market

O 240-236-5900 Emmitsburg Elementary

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300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg

O 240-236-1750

FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (FCPS)

Glade Elementary

, Superintendent Dr. Theresa Alban

O 301-696-6910

Frederick County Board of Education

w

fcps.org/boe

Main Administrative Office

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191 S. East St., Frederick

O 301-644-5000 (General Information) w fcps.org

9525 Glade Road, Walkersville

O 240-236-2100

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11119 Hessong Bridge Road, Thurmont

O 240-236-3750

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11820 Liberty Road, Frederick

O 240-236-1800 Lincoln Elementary

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200 Madison St., Frederick

O 240-236-2650 Middletown Elementary (grades 3–5)

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201 E. Green St., Middletown

O 240-236-1100 Middletown Primary (grades K–2)

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403 Franklin St., Middletown

O 240-566-0200 w education.fcps.org/mps Monocacy Elementary

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7421 Hayward Road, Frederick

O 240-236-1400 Myersville Elementary

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429 Main St., Myersville

O 240-236-1900 New Market Elementary

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93 W. Main St., New Market

O 240-236-1300 w education.fcps.org/nmes/

Green Valley Elementary

New Midway Elementary School (grades 3–5)

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11501 Fingerboard Road, Monrovia

O 240-236-3400

12226 Woodsboro Pike, Keymar

O 240-236-1500

Hillcrest Elementary

North Frederick Elementary

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1285 Hillcrest Drive, Frederick

O 240-236-3200

1010 Fairview Ave., Frederick

O 240-236-2000

Kemptown Elementary

Oakdale Elementary

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3456 Kemptown Church Road, Monrovia

O 240-236-3500 w education.fcps.org/kes

5830 Oakdale School Road, Ijamsville

O 240-236-3300

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ABOUT FCPS

Orchard Grove Elementary

2016–17 Enrollment

O 240-236-2400 w education.fcps.org/oges/

> 41,378 Enrollment Growth in Past Year

> 658 students, biggest single-year increase since 2001 Graduation Rate

,

5898 Hannover Road, Frederick

Parkway Elementary

,

300 Carroll Parkway, Frederick

O 240-236-2600

> 92%

Sabillasville Elementary

Employees

,

> 5,787, of which nearly 3,000 are teachers (fulltime equivalent positions) Student Demographics

> 62% White, 16% Hispanic of any race, 12% Black or African American, 5% Asian, 5% Two or more races.

> 26.6% Eligible for free or reduced-price school meals (about 11,000)

> 10% Receiving Special Education services (about 4,200)

> 6% Families for whom English is not the primary language (about 2,400) Per Pupil Expenditure

> $13,003 per year (2015–16) Combined SAT Scores (2016)

> 1,456 Maryland, 1,484 U.S., 1,558 Frederick County Advanced Placement (2016)

> 4,462 tests taken, with 72% of scores qualifying for college credit 36 Elementary Schools, Grades Kindergarten–5

16210-B Sabillasville Road, Sabillasville

O 240-236-6000 Spring Ridge Elementary

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9051 Ridgefield Drive, Frederick

O 240-236-1600 Thurmont Elementary (grades 3–5)

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805 East Main St., Thurmont

O 240-236-0900 Thurmont Primary (grades Pre-K–2)

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7989 Rocky Ridge Road, Thurmont

6321 Lambert Drive, Frederick

O 240-566-0000 w education.fcps.org/tues Twin Ridge Elementary

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1106 Leafy Hollow Circle, Mount Airy

O 240-236-2300 w education.fcps.org/tres

13 Middle Schools, Grades 6–8 10 High Schools, Grades 9–12,

Valley Elementary

for students with special needs

> Maryland’s first public charter school, Monocacy Valley Montessori;

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101 Liberty Road, Woodsboro

O 240-236-3700 Yellow Springs Elementary

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8717 Yellow Springs Road, Frederick

O 240-236-1700 w education.fcps.org/yses

FCPS MIDDLE SCHOOLS Ballenger Creek Middle

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5525 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick

O 240-236-5700 Brunswick Middle

Crestwood Middle

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O 240-236-2200 w education.fcps.org/ues

> HeatherRidge and Rock Creek schools

Woodsboro Elementary (grades Pre-K–2)

Tuscarora Elementary

eligible for free or reduced-price meals

school students countywide

12520 Wolfsville Road, Myersville

O 240-236-2250

,

Urbana Elementary

> Career & Technology Center for high

,

O 240-236-2800 w education.fcps.org/tps

> All provide full-day kindergarten > Pre-kindergarten is offered to all students

and a Virtual (Online) School Program

Wolfsville Elementary

,

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3554 Urbana Pike, Frederick

3519 Jefferson Pike, Jefferson

O 240-236-3000 w education.fcps.org/ves Walkersville Elementary

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83 W. Frederick St., Walkersville

301 Cummings Drive, Brunswick

O 240-236-5400

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7100 Foxcroft Drive, Frederick

O 240-566-9000 Gov. Thomas Johnson Middle

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1799 Schifferstadt Boulevard, Frederick

O 240-236-4900 Middletown Middle

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100 Martha Mason St., Middletown

O 240-236-4200 Monocacy Middle

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8009 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick

O 240-236-4700 w education.fcps.org/moms New Market Middle

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125 W. Main St., New Market

O 240-236-4600 w education.fcps.org/nmms

O 240-236-1000

Oakdale Middle

and Frederick Classical Charter School.

Waverley Elementary

O 240-236-5500

School Bus Riders

,

Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter;

> 30,000+ Meals Served Daily

201 Waverley Drive, Frederick

O 240-236-3900 w education.fcps.org/waves

> 12,500 lunches, about 6,200 breakfasts

Whittier Elementary

Meal Cost

,

*

> Elementary: $2.25 lunch, $1.45 breakfast > Middle/High: $2.50 lunch, $1.70 breakfast Free and reduced-price meals available to families with limited ability to pay (For details, call 301-644-5061, visit fcps.org/meals or contact the child’s school.)

*

2400 Whittier Drive, Frederick

O 240-236-3100 w education.fcps.org/whes

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9840 Old National Pike, Ijamsville

Thurmont Middle

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408 E. Main St., Thurmont

O 240-236-5100 Urbana Middle

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3511 Pontius Court, Ijamsville

O 240-566-9200 w education.fcps.org/ums

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55 W. Frederick St., Walkersville

O 240-236-4400 West Frederick Middle

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515 W. Patrick St., Frederick

O 240-236-4000 w education.fcps.org/wfms Windsor Knolls Middle

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11150 Windsor Road, Ijamsville

O 240-236-5000 w education.fcps.org/wkms

FCPS HIGH SCHOOLS Brunswick High

,

101 Cummings Drive, Brunswick

O 240-236-8600 Catoctin High

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14745 Sabillasville Road, Thurmont

O 240-236-8100 Frederick High

,

650 Carroll Parkway, Frederick

O 240-236-7000 Gov. Thomas Johnson High

,

1501 N. Market St., Frederick

O 240-236-8200 w education.fcps.org/gtjhs Linganore High

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12013 Old Annapolis Road, Frederick

O 240-566-9700 Middletown High

,

FCPS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter School

HOMESCHOOLING RESOURCES w

fcps.org/academics/home-instruction.cfm

O 301-663-7970 w education.fcps.org/ccmpcs

SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES

Frederick Classical Charter School

The ARC of Frederick County

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,

7215 Corporate Court, Frederick

8445 Spires Way, Frederick

O 240-236-1200 w frederickclassicalcharterschool.org Monocacy Valley Montessori Public Charter School

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217 Dill Ave., Frederick

O 301-668-5013 w education.fcps.org/mvmpcs

OTHER FCPS SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS Adult Education/ Flexible Evening High

O 240-236-8450 w education.fcps.org/flex/fehs

Career and Technology Center

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7922 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick

O 240-236-8500 w education.fcps.org/ctc Earth and Space Science Lab

,

210 Madison St., Frederick

O 240-236-2694 w education.fcps.org/essl

O 301-663-0909 w arcfc.org

Frederick County Special Olympics

w

somd.org/frederick-county

Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program

O 301-898-3587 w fc4htrp.org

F.R.I.E.N.D.S.

A Down Syndrome Advocacy group in Frederick County

w

friendsoffredco.org

The Jefferson School

For students with primary emotional disturbance and/or behavior disorders and secondary learning, developmental, and post-traumatic stress disorders.

,

2940 Point of Rocks Road, Jefferson

O 240-315-0200 Maryland School for the Deaf

,

101 Clarke Place, Frederick

O 301-360-2000

TDD: 301-360-2001

w

msd.edu

200 Schoolhouse Drive, Middletown

O 240-236-7400 w education.fcps.org/mhs Oakdale High

,

5850 Eaglehead Drive, Ijamsville

O 240-566-9400 w education.fcps.org/ohs Tuscarora High

,

5312 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick

O 240-236-6400 Urbana High

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3471 Campus Drive, Ijamsville

O 240-236-7600 Walkersville High

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81 W. Frederick St., Walkersville

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New Business TEACHES KIDS TO CODE Cara Christianson always assumed people were either right-brained or left-brained, and she was firmly in the left, artsy column. A lifelong lover of the arts and dance, Cara, 30, earned her degree in art education from Hood College and moved to Frederick with her husband a few years later.

Her husband, Andy, a software engineer, never stopped encouraging her to try coding. He had been doing it since he was a child and knew she would love it too.

After teaching at Oakdale Middle School for 3 years, Cara caught the “coding bug.” Then, after their daughter, Lacey, was born, the Christansons thought it was a good time to start a business centered on coding for kids. That’s when The Elsewhen Brainery was born.

This unique business in Frederick offers a long-term program that provides students with a thorough coding education. They start with the basics, such as drawing static images, then move on to animations, and finally user interaction to make games. At the highest levels, kids are learning object-oriented programming, which allows students to make complex, reusable code.

Cara was kind enough to answer a few questions about her burgeoning business and share the benefits of learning to code, for kids.

What inspired the creation of The Elsewhen Brainery?

I decided that perhaps if I had been exposed to coding as a kid, I would have had more career options, and I decided that I could give other kids the opportunity to explore these options. The name came from our joint nerdiness. I love reading, particularly “Harry Potter” novels, so I wanted something that sounded like you would find it in Diagon Alley, thus Brainery came to be. Elsewhen is a science fiction term, referring to another place in time. It is also a play on Else/If, which is a programming term.

How does it all work?

Our classes are currently for third- through eighth-grade students.

The students that come to our classes are diverse in every way. Some kids build their own computers and have learned some coding on their own, some know almost nothing except that coding seems like fun. We strive to meet each kid where they are. We don’t want anyone to be overwhelmed and disheartened and at the same time, we don’t want anyone to be bored or not challenged.

What are your goals?

The Frederick community is very important to me and I want to be able to give back in a meaningful way and what better way than preparing our kids for a bright future! In time, we’d like to expand to subject areas that go along with coding, such as web design or user interface. I would love to be able to send kids out with skills that could help them get jobs in the future.

What exactly is “coding” for someone who knows nothing/little about computing?

Simply put, coding or computer programming is giving the computer a set of instructions to follow. Those instructions could be something as simple as printing “Hello World,” or something as complicated as the entire operating system that runs on your computers and devices.

Coding is important for the obvious reason that our world is becoming more and more technology driven, but it is also important because it teaches students to think in a different way. With coding there isn’t a single right way to solve a problem. That’s why I love teaching these classes; I love to see the different ways that kids approach the problems!

What is a typical class or series of classes like?

We have Fall and Spring sessions, a Winter Code Jam and a Summer Camp. Our Fall and Spring sessions are 10-week sessions that meet once per week for 2 hours. These classes involve lessons as well as independent and collaborative work time. Our Winter Code Jam is for experienced students who want a little more freedom to create something of their own imagining. They come in with an idea and work on it, getting feedback and guidance from teachers and peers.

Our Summer Camp is a one-week camp during which students work in teams, competing to create the best game. At the end of the camp, they present their game to a panel of judges, which is always super exciting.

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For more about The Elsewhen Brainery, and to view its current class offerings, go to elsewhenbrainery.com.

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Camps available for ages 8-11 & 12-17.

Camps available for ages 8-11 & 12-17.

The Kitchen Studio Cooking School offers: The Kitchen Cooking School offers: Cooking Classes Studio • Private Parties & Classes • Kid’s Camps

Cooking Classes &•Custom Private Parties • Kid’s Gift Certificates Classes&•Classes Corporate TeamCamps Building Gift Certificates & Custom Classes for Adults, too! Classes • Corporate Team Building Classes for Adults, too!

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2017 SUMMER CAMPS

ICE SKATING CAMP (Ages 6+) June 26–30 | July 10–14 | August 14–18 9am–Noon | $159 ICE SKATING CAMP (Ages 4 & 5) June 27–29 | July 11–13 | August 15–17 9am–Noon | $105 INTERMEDIATE FIGURE SKATING CAMP July 17–21 | 8:30 am–Noon | $169 THEATRE ON ICE SUMMER PRODUCTION Auditions: May 24 Show Dates: August 19 & 20 Wednesday Night Rehearsals | $189 INTRODUCTION TO ICE HOCKEY CAMP June 26–30 | August 14–18 9am–1pm | $169

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Adult-only classes and weekday morning classes available.

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LUCY SCHOOL SUMMER!

The best summer basketball camps

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Session 1: Ages 8 - 12 July 10th - 20th

Session 2: Ages 13 - 18 July 24th - August 3rd For complete details, visit

JUNE 19–23 & JUNE 26–30 Camps also scheduled in Montgomery County & Northern Virginia.

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PLAY PAINT BUILD DANCE RUN CLIMB SING ACT OUT STORIES MAKE NEW FRIENDS AND EXPLORE 17-acres of rolling hills,woodlands, wetlands, organic garden, pond, and inviting waterfall!

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Learn more about our joyful summer adventures for children and youth ages three–eighth grade LucySchool.com | 301-293-1163

Join us for loads of fun at our summer camps!

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Theatre Arts Camp at Maryland Ensemble Theatre Acting Technique Theatre Games • Improvisation Musical Theatre • Sets Costumes • Props • Makeup Final Day of Camp Performance

CAMPS FOR AGES 3-16 Choose from four 2-week sessions for ages 7-11 & 12-16

New this Year!

1-Week Mini Camps for ages 3-5 31 West Patrick Street, Frederick 301-694-4744 • marylandensemble.org

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Seven Sacred Practices for HEALING OVERWHELM

BY LISA A. MCCROHAN, MA, LCSW-C, RYT

My friend’s children ran past me as I opened the door for them.

Their dad walked in behind them. After we said our “hellos” he shared with me, “My head is spinning with everything that’s going on in our country. But I can’t look away! It’s overwhelming.”

“Yes, it is,” I told him.

The news is everywhere, and it’s difficult to look away. How do we stay involved and informed and yet not get overwhelmed?

I hear this in Somatic Psychotherapy and Compassion Coaching.

I see it on social media. I have felt it myself, too.

So, here is my advice for sacred practices to heal the overwhelm you may be feeling.

1. Nourish your senses. Our senses are on overload. Our minds are decision-fatigued. Little breaks of tending to our senses through an embodiment practice can be so deeply nourishing and supportive for our overwhelmed and frazzled nervous systems. (View this video I created on how to take a Sensory Break: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRZGQ2FUT6M) 2. Go outside. Walk. Feel yourself breathing fresh air. Be in the quiet of nature.

3. Practice gentleness. Every day, I am more and more convinced that gentleness heals. It is the healing balm for sadness, shame and grief, within us and between us. It heals and opens the heart so we may breathe and live more fully.

4. Take the “longer view.” “The long view” is not popular in our “quick-fix” society, but it is necessary to remember that we do our part and pass our ethics down to our children.

5. Learn to pause—or even learn to meditate! We need these little sacred pauses in our day. Silence and stillness nourish us. We can see joys and sorrows as waves and as part of this human experience—and extend compassionate spaciousness to what arises.

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6. Notice delight. Delight softens, strengthens and opens us in a gentle, nourishing way. There is a profound power to notice the “everyday delights.” Make it simple. Look around the room where you are right now. Notice what delight is right here at your fingertips. Got a picture in your mind and heart?

Notice what is delightful about it.

7. Start your day with a blessing and teach your children to do the same. In my new self-study course, Regarding Our Girls: Feminine Embodiment Practices to Empower, Uplift and Connect with Our Daughters, I share the Embodiment Blessing that can so easily be weaved into your everyday life and that you can teach to your children. (Find it at lisamccrohan.com.)

These seven sacred practices for healing the overwhelm go a long way in nourishing your nervous system and helping you to restore that sense of inner vibrancy. When you teach these practices to your children, you are equipping them with life-long mindfulness and compassion-based practices. This will support them and keep them grounded, prevent overwhelm, and keep their minds clear so they can focus on what matters most to them.

+ Lisa A. McCrohan, MA, LCSW-C, RYT is a mom, psychotherapist, yoga teacher, soulful artist and compassion coach. 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, Md., where she lives with her family. Find out more at lisamccrohan.com.

Radha Nathan, M.D., F.A.A.P. Evelyn G. Clarence, M.D., F.A.A.P. Sheetal Dhote, M.D., F.A.A.P. Bophany Chea, M.D., F.A.A.P. Brian Swinton, M.D. Paul Law, M.D. Kari Pratt, C.R.N.P. Cynthia Zeller, C.R.N.P. Maravanna Chan, C.R.N.P. Wendi Trabilsy, C.R.N.P. Patricia Duley, C.R.N.P. Brittany Henry, P.A.

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Please call 301.662.0133 for more information, or visit www.thepedcenter.com Frederick County

Health Department

PEDIATRIC DENTAL CLINIC

The clinic provides all Pediatric Dental care for patients 18 years of age and under.

Services include emergency care, examinations, teeth cleanings, digital x -rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, comprehensive restorative dentistry, including fillings, pulpotomies, and crowns on baby teeth, space maintainers, night guards and oral health education.

We accept all Medical Assistance cards.

For patients without insurance, fees will be determined by proof of income and family size.

Please call 301-600-1041 to schedule your child’s next appointment.

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At the Y, children learn what they can achieve, families spend quality time together, and we all build relationships that deepen our sense of belonging.

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DENTISTS

Volunteer Services

Mt. Airy Children’s Dental Associates

FMH Advanced Skin & Wound Care

Dr. David Hasson Dr. Allison Green Dr. Stuart Sheer

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BIOMAT USA

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O 301-360-2400 Frederick Memorial Hospital System (FMH)

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FMH Psychiatric Services

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FMH Center For Diabetes & Nutrition Services

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FMH Therapy Center

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Frederick, MD 21703

O 240-215-1474 FMH Crestwood

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7211 Bank Ct.

Frederick, MD 21703

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Rockville, MD

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Frederick, MD 21701

Radiation Oncology

O 240-566-4500 Outpatient Intravenous Therapy

O 301-694-5580 FMH Rose Hill

FMH Immediate Care Mt. Airy

1562 Opossumtown Pk.

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O 301-829-5888 FMH Immediate Care Oak St.

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FMH Wellness Center

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SENIOR SERVICES

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Mercy Medical Center

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Get a Second Opinion, Just Minutes from Home There can be many uncertainties when it comes to a cancer diagnosis. Is it the right diagnosis? Is this the right treatment plan?

You and your loved ones deserve a second opinion.

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FRHS Regional Cancer Therapy Center is ready to help answer those questions during a consultative service at our Second Opinion Clinic, where we offer treatment based on the latest guidelines developed by leading experts at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

You will be seen and evaluated by one of our physicians certified by MD Anderson Cancer Network®, a program of MD Anderson Cancer Center—a national leader in cancer care. It’s ultimately up to you and your primary care physician which options are best for you, but the FRHS Oncology team stands ready to help.

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Frederick County Department of Aging is proud to be your Maryland Access Point (MAP)

MAP Serves

MAP Provides

» Older adults » Information » Adults with disabilities » Assistance » Family members » Resources » Referrals and caregivers who » Options counseling support them

MAP is located at the Frederick County Department of Aging 1440 Taney Avenue Frederick, MD 21702 Telephone: 301.600.1605 Maryland Relay: 711 www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/Aging www.MarylandAccessPoint.info

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VARIETY OF SERVICES OFFERED FOR SENIORS in Frederick County There are a number of agencies in Frederick County that exist to serve the region’s older residents. We’ve gathered information on a few of those services as reference for older county residents, and those who care for them.

Senior Care provides services such as:

Frederick County Commission on Aging

• Meal preparation

In 1965, the Frederick Board of County Commissioners conducted a survey of the needs of the older residents in Frederick County.

Based upon the results of this survey, the commissioners established the Frederick County Commission on Aging in December 1965.

The purpose of the Commission is to advise the County Executive and the Frederick County Department of Aging on all matters relating to development and administration of the area plan and operations conducted hereunder, and to be advocates for issues relating to aging.

This commission is composed of 15 voting members, all residents and registered voters of Frederick County. There are also non-voting ex-officio members. Members serve staggered terms of 3 years.

The Commission on Aging is always interested in qualified advocates for seniors to serve on the board as vacancies occur. The County Executive appoints members. If you would like to apply to be a member, send a letter of interest, along with your resume to: Joyce M. Grossnickle, Administrative Officer Office of County Executive Winchester Hall, 12 E. Church St., Frederick, MD 21701 Call 301-600-1100 for more information.

Senior Care Services The Frederick County Department of Social Services offers Senior Care services to help frail older persons to live in their homes and avoid having to move into a nursing home or other institution. Senior Care is a coordination system of community services for the elderly provided jointly by local aging, social services, health and other agencies. Senior Care services start with an evaluation of the older person’s service needs by Geriatric Evaluation Services staff. Then, a case manager helps locate and arrange for the needed services.

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• Bathing and dressing • Light housekeeping

• Shopping/budgeting • Transportation To be eligible for Senior Care services, a person must be 65 years of age or older, a resident of Maryland, meet eligibility requirements and annual assistance guidelines, and have a medical condition that puts them at risk of having to enter a nursing home or other institution.

Those who meet these eligibility requirements can receive most Senior Care services at little or no cost to them. Some services are available free to those who have limited financial resources.

The Senior Care system is managed locally through a cooperative agreement between Frederick County Departments of Aging, Social Services and Health. It is a program of the Maryland Department of Aging and is funded by the State of Maryland.

For more information, contact Frederick County Social Services, 100 E. All Saints St., Frederick. 301-600-2635.

Senior Centers The Frederick County Department of Aging operates a number of senior centers as community focal points offering educational programs, health and fitness activities, recreation and social opportunities, as well as access to resources and benefits to help individuals maintain wellness and independence throughout the county.

Each senior center has its own personality, but all have one thing in common: a commitment to offer activities and events that are appealing to each participant. The staff takes pride in the program offerings—from exercise classes and health and wellness activities to evening card parties, day trips and dances. All activities are built around the needs and wishes of participants.

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Find more information about activities offered in your community by contacting your local senior center:

Brunswick Senior Center 12 East A St., Brunswick 301-834-8115 BrunswickSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Emmitsburg Senior Center 300 South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg 301-600-6350 EmmitsburgSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Frederick Senior Center 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick 301-600-3525 or 301-600-1048 FrederickSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD.gov

Urbana Senior Center 9020 Amelung Drive, Frederick 301-600-7020 UrbanaSeniorCenter@FrederickCountyMD.gov

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SPRING IS FOR BIKING Around Frederick

BY KENDALL K TIFFANY, TRANSIT COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER

As the weather begins to get warmer, it’s a great time to explore Frederick from a different perspective: by bicycle.

During the last few years, Frederick has been actively improving bicycle infrastructure around the county. The most recently completed project is a shared-use path under U.S. Route 15 along Rosemont Avenue in Frederick. The newly constructed underpass path connects the east and west sides of Frederick, allowing bicyclists and pedestrians to safely travel to and from the Golden Mile, the Rock Creek Trail, Waterford Park, Baker Park, Carroll Creek and Downtown Frederick. To get out and explore Frederick by bike, learn more about bicycle loops and upcoming events below.

Frederick History Bicycle Loop Interested in the history of Frederick? Explore it by bike. There is a Frederick History Bicycle Loop created by the City of Frederick’s Bicycle Advisory Committee and the Tourism Council of Frederick County. The loop highlights 22 sites, including the Francis Scott Key Monument, the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and multiple parks. To learn more about the loop and obtain a copy of the brochure, stop by the Visitor’s Center on East Street or find a copy online at visitfrederick.org.

Bike to Work Day 2017 Are you an avid bike commuter or have you been exploring the idea of bike commuting? Join hundreds of other bike commuters in Frederick on Friday, May 19 for Bike to Work Day 2017.

Bike to Work Day is a free regional event promoting alternative transportation, co-sponsored by Commuter Connections and the Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA), which hosts more than 80 pit stops with more than 17,500 regional participants.

Frederick County’s event includes a ceremonial ride through Downtown Frederick beginning at about 6:30 a.m., and concludes with a pit stop celebration at the Frederick Transit Center on East Street. Those interested in participating in Bike to Work Day in Frederick can register at BikeToWorkMetroDC.org. The first 15,000 registrants will receive a free T-shirt.

To learn more about Bike to Work Day in Frederick, set up a convoy with your employer/employees, or to be a sponsor for Frederick’s pit stop contact TransIT Rideshare at 301-600-RIDE or by email at TransitRideshare@FrederickCountyMD.gov.

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Other events taking place in Frederick later this year include the following: • Tour de Frederick: August 11–13 (tourdefrederick.com) • The National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race: August 12 (highwheelrace.com)

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Visit Frederick FOR DELICIOUS DINING

BY MELISSA JOSEPH MUNTZ, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR, VISIT FREDERICK

One of the best things about visiting Frederick County is that there is always something new to see—or eat. The county is constantly changing and adding more delicious dining options to its map.

Check out our list of restaurants worth trying in Frederick!

Firestone’s Raw Bar Firestone’s has been a familiar name in Frederick for years, with its popular restaurant and market located on Market Street. This year the business expanded to include Raw Bar, an intimate and newly renovated space offering oysters, charcuterie and a full bar.

MUST TRY: Oysters on the half shell, of course!

FIND IT: 105 N. Market Street, Frederick | firestonesrestaurant.com

Hooch and Banter

cuisine. Depending on what you order, dining here can be just as entertaining as it is delicious.

MUST TRY: Saganaki (pan-fried Kefalograviera cheese ignited by a shot of Ouzo, tableside) FIND IT: 50 Carroll Creek Way, Frederick | opakouzina.com

Mayta's Peruvian Cuisine Chef Jorge Velasquez presents his unique twist on Peruvian cuisine that you won’t find anywhere else. This is an excellent place to dine in or take your food with you.

MUST TRY: Mayta's Ceviche (fresh seasonal fish marinated in citrus juice, sweet potato glaze, corn kernels, aji amarillo leche de tigre) FIND IT: 5010 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick | maytacuisine.com

The moment you walk into the chic dining room, you know you’ve found a sophisticated place. Serving modern American cuisine with a French influence, Hootch and Banter has service that strives to be warm and attentive. The menu changes often, with fresh seasonal selections offered every day.

MUST TRY: The Banter (house-cured, fork tender Waygu corned beef, gruyere, black Russian bread, house country mustard and roasted corn salad, served with three-potato salad) FIND IT: 45 S. Market Street, Frederick | hootchandbanter.com

Reina

Le Parc Bistro

Silver Diner

Dreaming of a European getaway? This new restaurant and wine bar is sure to provide a delicious taste of France, right here in Frederick. Enjoy a quick lunch, linger over a romantic dinner, or start your Sunday with a unique brunch.

MUST TRY: Entrecote steak frites (char-crusted boneless ribeye steak, served with pommes frites and catsup) FIND IT: 207 W. Patrick Street, Frederick | leparcbistro.com

Silver Diner has reinvented the diner experience by creating a menu featuring classic American favorites with a contemporary twist. Hearthealthy options, no trans fat, fresh and locally sourced ingredients, and entrées with fewer than 600 calories are also available.

MUST TRY: Bananas-stuffed french toast (layered with vanilla bean créme, sliced bananas, chocolate chips, salted caramel and vanilla drizzle) FIND IT: 5120 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick | silverdiner.com

Shuckin Shack What started in Carolina Beach, N.C., has come to Downtown Frederick! Lined with TVs playing the game you are hoping to watch, this oyster bar offers more than just oysters. Pop in for a basket of fish and chips or bring some friends and split a steam pot.

MUST TRY: Low Country Boil (shrimp, sausage, potatoes and corn, steamed in Old Bay, with a side of slaw) FIND IT: 41 S. Market Street, Frederick | theshuckinshack.com

Opa With some of the most beautiful outdoor seating in Frederick, Opa is located along Carroll Creek Park and offers authentic Greek 46 46

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Confession: Reina is not actually a new restaurant; however, it does have a totally new menu, which makes it worthy of this list.

The new menu features contemporary American cuisine and the ambiance is just as lovely as ever.

MUST TRY: Crabenedict (toasted English muffin served with crab cakes, two poached eggs and stone-ground mustard hollandaise sauce served with country fried potatoes; during brunch only) FIND IT: 129 N. Market Street, Frederick | 129reina.com

Good Juju Located in historic Everedy Square, Good Juju is Frederick’s juice and smoothie bar. There are plenty of gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian options available, encouraging healthy but still tasty eating. Breakfast and lunch entrees compliment juice and smoothies to make lots of full meal options.

MUST TRY: Tropical Bowl - A mixture of mango, pineapple, banana and coconut water, topped with shredded coconut, coconut granola, strawberries and banana FIND IT: 300 E. Second Street, Frederick | facebook.com/ goodjujujuicebar

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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

301-663-1036

www.sabordecubarestaurant.com

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Mondays

Half-price Bottles of Wine All Day

Tini-Tuesdays! $5.99 Martinis Served All Day

LUNCH SPECIALS Insalata la Toscanella $11.99 Rainbow Trout ............... $12.99 Combo Pasta .................... $11.99 Chicken Fiorentina ....... $10.99 Veal Margherita ........... $11.99 Pasta Portobello ........... $11.99 Chicken Il Porto ............ $10.99

200 S. Market Street Frederick, MD 21701 301.620.7480 245 Muddy Branch Road Gaithersburg, MD 20878 301.590.0735

IlPortoRestaurant.com

SERVING BREAKFAST 7 DAYS A WEEK, 8–11AM $1.00 OFF*

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3. Get one dollar off your meal for each member of your group. CODE NUMBER #0735.

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BREAKFAST Monday–Sunday 8AM–11AM | LUNCH Monday–Saturday 11AM–4PM DINNER Monday–Saturday 4PM–Close, Sunday 11AM–Close 5621 Spectrum Dr, Frederick, MD 21703 | 301-662-5922 | goldencorral.com

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ART CENTERS & GALLERIES Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center

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Frederick, MD

O 301-698-0656

DINING Alexanders at Buckeystown

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3619 Buckeystown Pk.

Buckeystown, MD 21717

O 301-874-1831 w alexandersatbuckeystown.com Golden Corral

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Frederick, MD

O 301-662-5922 Lazy Fish Asian & Sushi Bistro

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Frederick, MD

O 301-695-9656 Restaurant at Patowmack Farm

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Lovettsville, VA

O 540-822-9017 Sabor De Cuba

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9 E. Patrick St.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-1036 w sabordecubarestaurant.com

The Wine Kitchen

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50 Carroll Creek Way #160

Frederick, MD 21701

Frederick, MD

Edgeworks Knife & Supply

Monocacy Crossing

O 800-520-0321 w edgeworksonline.com

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4424A Urbana Pk.

Frederick, MD 21704

Vini Culture Wine Bar & Cafe

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20 N. Market St.

Frederick, Maryland 21701

O 301-695-2816 w viniculturewinebar.com

Best Western

Hillside Turkey Farm

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420 Prospect Blvd.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-695-6200 w bestwesternfrederick.com Days Inn

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5646 Buckeystown Pk.

Frederick, MD 21704

O 301-694-6600 w daysinn.com/frederick The Lodges at Gettysburg

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685 Camp Gettysburg Rd.

Gettysburg, PA 17325

O 717-642-2500 w gettysburgaccommodations.com

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Mystique Color Salon

O 301-371-4433 w themaincuprestaurant.com

8303 River Run Rd.

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-662-0212 w hairsalonfrederick.com Six East Street Hair Salon & Spa

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Beatty Cramer Architectural Museum

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Frederick, MD

O 301-698-0800

Frederick, MD

O 301-668-2086 The Frederick County Historical Society

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Frederick, MD

O 301-663-1188

30 Elm St.

Thurmont, MD 21788

O 301-271-2728 w hillsideturkey.com

Brunswick Railroad Museum

THEATRE COMPANY

George Alfred Townsend Museum

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Brunswick, MD

O 301-834-7100

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Jefferson, MD

O 301-791-4767 Other Voices Theatre at the Performing Arts Factory

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244 B S. Jefferson St.

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-1864

O 301-662-3722 w othervoicestheatre.org

Rose Hill Manor Children's Museum

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Frederick, MD

O 301-600-1650

VINEYARDS & WINERIES

Schifferstadt Architectural Museum Frederick, MD

Big Cork Vineyards

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National Museum of Civil War Medicine

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Frederick, MD 21701

Frederick, MD

O 301-810-5740

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Frederick, MD

O 301-600-4047

O 301-663-0704 w voilaspecialteas.com

SPECIALTY FOODS

Emmitsburg, MD 21727

14 W. Main St.

10 N. Market St.

Frederick, MD 21701

LODGING

O 301-447-2366 w carriagehouseinn.info

Middletown, MD 21769

MUSEUMS Barbara Fritchie House and Museum

Alazzo Med Spa

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O 301-831-5889 w linganorewines.com

Voila! In Frederick Special Teas & Other Goodness

The Carriage House Inn Restaurant & Catering

The Main Cup

200 N. Market St.

O 301-846-4204 w monocacycrossing.com

SALONS & SPAS

200 S. Seton Ave.

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13601 Glissans Mill Rd.

Mt. Airy, MD 21771

Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-668-2303

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O 301-663-6968 w thewinekitchen.com

sumittra thai cuisine

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Linganore Winecellars

SHOPPING

O 301-663-3885

4236 Main St.

Rohrersville, MD 21779

Seton Shrine Center

O 301-302-8032 w bigcorkvineyards.com

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-6606

Elk Run Vineyard & Winery Mt. Airy, MD 21771

Roger Brooke Taney House Museum

O 410-775-2513 w elkrun.com

O 301-663-7880

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ACTIVITIES & SPORTS COUNTYWIDE

Frederick Ski Club

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Frederick, MD

O 301-694-9400 Girl Scouts

Adventure Park USA

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Monrovia, MD

O 301-662-5106

O 301-865-6800

Middletown Rec Center

Boy Scouts

O 301-566-0222

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Thurmont, MD

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Middletown, MD

O 301-600-1646

Oakdale Rec Center

Catoctin Rec Center

O 301-600-1359

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Thurmont, MD

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Ijamsville, MD

O 301-600-1358

Tuscarora Rec Center

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo

O 240-566-0025

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Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-4922

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YMCA

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Frederick, MD

O 301-663-5131

Centerville Rec Center

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Frederick, MD

O 301-600-1646 Deer Crossing Rec Center

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New Market, MD

O 301-865-1769 Fountain Rock Rec Center

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Walkersville, MD

301-898-1460

Frederick City Rec Department

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Frederick, MD

301-600-1492

Frederick County Parks and Rec

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O 301-600-1646 Frederick Indoor Sports Center

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O 240-215-4040

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SPORTS FOR THE DISABLED Baltimore Chapter – Baltimore Adapted Recreation and Sports (BARS)

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Baltimore, MD

O 410-771-4606 Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating

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Frederick, MD

O 410-266-5722 Disabled Sports USA

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Rockville, MD

O 301-217-0960 Maryland Ravens (Wheelchair Basketball)

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Baltimore, MD

O 301-825-5359

NATIONAL PARKS

Fort Frederick State Park

Appalachian Trail

Gambrill State Park – Tea Room

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Harper’s Ferry, W.V.

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Big Pool, MD

O 301-842-2155

O 304-535-6331

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Catoctin Mountain Park Visitors' Center

Gathland State Park

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Thurmont, MD

O 301-663-9338 C & O Canal National Park

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Williamsport, MD

O 301-582-0813 National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Park

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-477-1000 Shenandoah National Park

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Front Royal, VA

O 540-999-3500

STATE PARKS State Park Reservations

O 1-888-432-CAMP (2267) Bug Run State Park

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Swanton, MD

O 301-895-5453 Cunningham Falls State Park

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Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-7574 Dans Mountain State Park

Frederick, MD

O 301-271-7574

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Frederick, MD

O 301-791-4767 Greenbrier State Park

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Boonsboro, MD

O 301-791-4767 Herrington Manor State Park

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Oakland, MD

O 301-334-9180 New Germany State Park

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Grantsville, MD

O 301-895-5453 Patuxent River State Park

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Gaithersburg, MD

O 301-924-2127 Rocky Gap State Park

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Flintstone, MD

O 301-722-1480 South Mountain Recreation Area

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Boonsboro, MD

O 301-791-4767 Swallow Falls State Park

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Oakland, MD

O 301-387-6938

O 301-465-5487

Washington Monument State Park

Deep Creek Lake

O 301-791-4767

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Lonaconing, MD

Swanton, MD

O 301-387-5563

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Middletown, MD

301-271-2912 • ROUTE 15 THURMONT, MD 21788 ShamrockRestaurant.com G/ThurmontShamrock

YOUR CHOICE OF: One Soup Two Crab Entrees Two Vegetables & Irish Toffee Custard for Dessert

Tuesday Night Crabfest $20.95

THURMONT

Getaway to the Mountains!

RELAX.

FAMILY OWNED SINCE

1982

CANDIES Wedding Candy Buffets 500 Kinds of Candy • Fruits & Nuts Candy Novelties For All Occasions Old Tyme Candies Hand Made Chocolates LIQUORS Areas Largest Selection of Craft Beers – Liquor & Wine Special and Bulk Orders Welcome

Rt. 15 • Thurmont, Maryland 301-271-2322

GatewayCandyland.com

Roddy Road Covered Bridge

Stroll Down Main Street

RECREATE.

RETREAT.

A Maryland Main Street Designated Community ThurmontMainStreet.com

EVENTS throughout FREDERICK COUNTY APRIL Flying Dog University: Cooking with Beer April 28, May 20 Cooking with beer is a natural progression from drinking while cooking, right?

Flying Dog University has teamed up with The Kitchen Studio Cooking School for a hands-on class where students will learn the dynamics of cooking with a variety of beer styles. The class includes five dishes made with and then paired with beer and will conclude with a family-style dinner. Menu will include all of your favorite flavors!

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The Kitchen Studio Cooking School 5301 Buckeystown Pike Suite 125 Frederick, MD 21704

O 301-694-7899 w flyingdoguniversity.com Fermented Fun April 8, May 6 Looking for a unique and fun getaway?

HOP on our bus (begins and ends at the Hampton Inn on Buckeystown Pike), sit back, relax and enjoy some good craft brew at three breweries!

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Frederick Breweries 5311 Buckeystown Pike Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com/package/ brewery-tour-tastings/

The Commedia Rapunzel

April First Saturday

April 2, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 Columbine, Rosetta, Punchin, and Arlequin all let down their hair to tackle the tangled tale of Rapunzel. When Gottel the Witch (played by Rosetta, naturally) discovers the thief in her garden, she tricks him into exchanging his first born daughter for the salad he took. Full of lots of lazzi and witty fun, this commedia tale is a pure delight!

April 1 While exploring Downtown Frederick during First Saturday, you will find a large variety of unique galleries, shops and restaurants!

Enjoy late night shopping, dining, gallery openings and live music.

} 1:30pm

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Downtown Frederick Historic District Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org

O 301-694-4744 w marylandensemble.org

Civil War Walking Tour

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang April 2, 7–8, 14–16, 28–30 May 5–7, 12–13, 26–27 June 2–3 Everyone's favorite flying car comes to life in the musical adaption of the beloved film.

An eccentric inventor sets about restoring an old race car with the help of his children.

They soon discover the car has magical properties including the ability to float and take flight.

} Friday & Saturday 6pm; Sunday 12:30pm

April 1, May 6, June 3 Discover what it was like to live in Frederick during the Civil War. Explore the stories of the last Confederate invasion of the North, the ransom of Frederick, and the Battle of Monocacy.

} 11am–12:30pm

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Heritage Frederick 24 E Church St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-1188 w facebook.com/fredcohistory

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Cinemondays

O 301-662-6600 w wayoffbroadway.com

April 3, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 22, 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 Free weekly film screenings. Featuring select films from Janus Films' Criterion Collection followed by discussion. BYOB.

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre 5 Willowdale Dr. Frederick, MD 21702

Blind Tasting Try Your Chances April 1 Its a blind tasting! Try your chances and see if you can identify the brown bagged Elk Run wines!

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Elk Run Wineries 15113 Liberty Rd. Mount Airy, MD 21771

O 410-775-2513 w elkrun.com

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Maryland Ensamble Theatre 31 W Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701

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} 7:30–9:30pm

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Area 31 31 E Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-401-8117 w area-31.com/cinemondayseast

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April–June Frederick Keys Baseball

Museum Opening Day 2017!

Egg Roll

April 6–9 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Carolina Mud Cats.

April 8, 2017 Celebrate museum opening day in Frederick! The second Saturday in April traditionally marks the opening of the museum season across Frederick County.

The Frederick Historic Sites Consortium will not be coordinating a county-wide Bell & History Day event in 2017, but visitors are encouraged to explore the historic resources in the community on their own. Please also note that Schifferstadt Architectural Museum will kick-off the 2017 season with free admission, family-friendly activities and refreshments. Visit the Schifferstadt website or contact the Frederick County Landmarks Foundation for more information.

April 15, 2017 Bring a basket full of grass and enjoy egg rolls, pony and hay rides, face painting, inflatables, and see the Easter Bunny!

} Thursday & Friday 7pm; Saturday 2pm

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Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com The Quebe Sisters April 6 The heart of Texas comes to Frederick when these triple-threat fiddle champions storm the stage in sweet harmony.

} 7:30pm

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

O 301-600-2828 w weinbergcenter.org/the-quebe-sisters Art & Architecture Walking Tour April 8, May 13, June 10 Look at Frederick with new eyes!

Experience the history and beauty of Downtown Frederick as we explore some of the popular architectural styles, local art, and history.

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Heritage Frederick 24 E Church St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-1188 w facebook.com/fredcohistory

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Various Museums Frederick City and County

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Frederick Keys Baseball April 10–12 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Potomac Nationals.

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Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

Peter and The Starcatcher April 15, 16, 20, 22, 29, 30 May 4, 5, 6, 7 Winner of 5 Tony Awards this swashbuckling prequel to "Peter Pan" is rich in humor, magic and touching sincerity. Based on the novel by Barry and Ridley Pearson.

} Thursday–Saturday 8pm; Sunday 3pm

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MET 31 W Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-694-4744 w marylandensemble.org/

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Egg-citement at Westview!

Walking Tour of Historic Frederick

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} 3rd, 4th & 5th Saturday 11am–12:30pm,

O 301-600-2828 w weinbergcenter.org/piano-battle

O 301-600-2743 w recreater.com

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com

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Rose Hill Manor 1611 N Market St. Frederick, MD 21701

April 15 Come out and enjoy a fun hunt for candy and toys. The Easter Bunny will be ready for catching a selfie!

April 8 Two pianists. Six rounds. You be the judge!

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

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Wednesday 11am

April 15, 29, May 20, June 17 Experience the history and beauty of downtown as knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories that make up historic Frederick, MD. Tour stops include Winchester Hall, City Hall and the Weinberg Center.

Piano Battle

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} 11am–2pm Westview Promenade 5243 Buckeystown Pike (Rt 85) Frederick, MD 21704

O 443-613-8709

all Sundays at 1:30pm

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Heritage Frederick 24 E Church St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-1188 w facebook.com/fredcohistory

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April 20–23 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Salem Red Sox.

April 28–30 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Carolina Mud Cats.

} Thursday 7pm; Friday 7pm; Saturday 2pm

} Friday 7pm; Saturday 2pm; Sunday 2pm

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Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

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Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com

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Bluegrass, Brew, and BBQ Festival

28th Annual Children's Festival

April 22 Maryland craft beer and bluegrass music; what's not to love? More than two dozen art, craft and food vendors.

April 29 Children's Festival is a free event for young children and their families.

Children can enjoy hands-on activities and entertainment while their parents learn more about local early childhood programs and services.

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Red Shedman Farm Brewery 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy, MD 21771

O 301-600-2050 w recreater.com Frederick Craft Spirits Festival April 22 Distilleries from around the state of Maryland convene for an afternoon of tastings, seminars, and classes. The event will also feature food trucks, live music, and vendors.

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200 East Art Haus 200 E Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-800-8187 w frederickspiritsfestival.com

Wednesday 11am

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Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com Zorá String Quartet

} 7:30pm

O 301-662-4549 w childcarechoices.info

Catoctin Creek Park 2929 Sumantown Rd. Middletown, MD 21769

} Monday 7pm; Tuesday 7pm;

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Nature Fest

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May 1–3 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans.

} 10am–3pm Baker Park Bandshell area (William R. Talley Rec Center if it rains) 121 N Bentz St. Frederick, MD 21701

} 10am–2pm

Frederick Keys Baseball

May 4 The Calgary Herald praises the Zorá String Quartet as "the perfect ensemble... so polished, so breathtakingly well-blended."

O 301-831-5889 w redshedman.com/events April 22 Celebrate Earth Day with family friendly activities: live animal presentations, nature walks, exhibitors, campfire activities, kids crafts, silent auction, and park conservation projects.

MAY

Spring Festival at Rose Hill Manor April 29–30 Exhibits, hayrides, animals, food, crafts, children's hands-on crafts, games, and family activities. Saturday morning tractor pull. Carriage Museum free; fees for food, hayrides, crafts, games and manor house.

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

O 301-600-2828 w weinbergcenter.org/zora-string-quartet The All Night Strut May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 Set in the 1940s at a radio station during a live broadcast, The All Night Strut is a wonderful review of music from the 1930s and 1940s.

} 10am–4pm

} Friday & Saturday 8pm; Sunday 2pm

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O 301-600-1650 w rosehillmuseum.com

O 240-4577906 w othervoicestheatre.org

Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums 1611 N Market St. Frederick, MD 21701

The Performing Arts Factory 244 S Jefferson St. Frederick, MD 21701

Pete Seeger: The Storm King May 5 A multi-media celebration of folk icon Pete Seeger.

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

O 301-600-2828 w weinbergcenter.org/

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May Crowning

Main Street Art & Wine Stroll

May 6 Celebrate all things Spring with Mayfest!

While exploring Downtown Frederick during First Saturday, you will find a large variety of unique galleries, shops and restaurants!

Enjoy late note shopping, dining, live music, and this month, a few special ways to keep spring full swing!

May 7 All pilgrims are welcome to celebrate Mass at noon. After mass, there will be a processional outside to crown the Pangborn Campanile Of Our Lady with a floral crown. Confession will be available prior to Mass and anyone can donate in memory or in honor of a loved one towards a rose for Mary, the Mother of God.

May 12 Stroll down Main Street and meet local artists from Frederick County. Sip wine samplings from our local wineries and listen to local entertainment on the square.

Experience art & wine in Thurmont – Gateway to the Mountains!

} 10am–9pm

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Downtown Frederick

Historic District Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org Frederick Running Festival

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National Shrine Grotto 16330 Grotto Rd. Emmitsburg, MD 21727

O 301-447-5484 w nsgrotto.org/spiritual-activities.html Frederick Keys Baseball

May 6, 7 Now in its 15th year, the festival features four races. Choose between a half-marathon and two-person relay on Sunday or the 5K and Kids Fun Run on Saturday. For race registration details, refer to the website. Health & Fitness Expo on Saturday.

May 9–11 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Down East Wood Ducks.

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The Great Frederick Fair 797 E Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-471-0744 w corrigansports.com Walkersville Southern Railroad Opening Day May 6 We'll have all our locomotives out of the engine house and on display.

Enjoy great train videos in the museum.

Diesel switching engine cab rides available on a second train operating on the north end of the line every 30 minutes.

} 9am–1pm

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Walkersville Southern Railroad 34 W Pennsylvania Ave. Walkersville, MD 21793

O 301-898-0899 w wsrr.org

} Wednesday 7pm; Thursday 7pm; Friday 11am

Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium 21 Stadium Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com Alive @ 5!

May 11, 18, 25 June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Join us for Alive @ 5, Downtown Frederick's happy hour concert series on Carroll Creek!

This summer will be jam-packed with great music and lots of social time with friends.

If you are 21 or over, please join us on the creek and rock out all summer long to these fantastic bands. $5.00 cover.

} 5–8pm

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Thurmont Main Street E Main St. & Water St. Thurmont, MD 21788

O 240-626-9980 w thurmontmainstreet.com Maryland Craft Beer Festival May 13 Over 25 Maryland brewing companies will be on-hand sampling over 175 unique, local beers. Attendees will have exclusive access to small-batch beers, one-of-a-kind casks; all in a family-friendly environment with live music featuring local bluegrass/ Americana/folk music. Goods from artisan vendors, as well as fresh, local foods will be available for purchase.

} 12–5pm

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O 410-252-9463 w mdcraftbeerfestival.com Bark in the Park May 13 Enjoy an afternoon with your furry, four-legged friend, at the Frederick County Parks and Recreation annual Bark in the Park. Your pooch will have an opportunity to run free in one of our off-leash areas, test and sharpen his or her skills on the agility course, participate in doggie fashion show, and make new friends. Opportunities for families to adopt a dog.

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Utica District Park 10200-B Old Frederick Rd. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-600-2936 w recreater.com

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C A L E N DA R O F E V E N T S \\ 17th Annual Mid-Maryland Celtic Festival May 13 Experience Scotland and the Celtic nations without the travel! Family-oriented show which honors veterans and wounded warriors. Highland games, Celtic rock and traditional music, bagpipes, dog friendly show that takes place rain or shine.

} 9am–6pm

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Mount Airy Fire Department Carnival Grounds 1003 Twin Arch Rd. Mount Airy, MD 21771

O 240-818-8283 w midmarylandcelticfestival.com National Mini-Golf Day at Adventure Park USA May 13 Celebrate National Mini-Golf Day at Adventure Park USA! They have two 18-hole miniature golf courses— Thunderin' Falls and Dry Gulch.

In addition to mini-golf, they offer a range of attractions so everyone in the family can find their adventure!

} 10am–9:30pm

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Adventure Park 11113 W Baldwin Rd. Frederick, MD 21770

O 301-865-6800 w adventureparkusa.com Sts. Peter & Paul Spring Greek Festival May 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 Celebrate Greek customs, authentic Greek cuisine, live music, and traditional dance performances by the Parathosi Dance Troupe. Browse the Greek Agora Marketplace for beautiful Greek art, jewelry, books, religious icons, and more. There's fun and entertainment for the whole family!

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Sts. Peter & Paul Greek Orthodox Church 920 W 7th St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-0663 w stspeterpaul.net

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Frederick Keys Baseball

The Thing

May 19–22 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Wilmington Blue Rocks.

May 20 A music festival featuring more than 40 bands spread throughout Downtown Frederick, Maryland. For additional information go to www.thething.rocks.

} Friday 7pm; Saturday 6pm; Sunday 2pm;

} 11am–midnight

Monday 7pm

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O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com The Frederick Coin & Currency Show May 20–21 Thirty or more U.S. and World coin and currency dealers from Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C., Ohio, and North Carolina will be buying and selling old and new U.S. and World coins and currency. Free appraisals.

} Saturday 9am–6pm; Sunday 9am–4pm

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O 301-800-8187 w fnp.events Frederick Keys Baseball May 26–29 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Buies Creek Astros.

} Friday 7pm; Saturday 6pm; Sunday 6pm; Monday 2pm

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Frederick Elks Club 289 Willowdale Dr. Frederick, MD 21702

O 301-662-0018 w frederickkeys.com

O 443-623-7025 w coinshows.com

Kayak to Brewery

May 20–21 Venture beyond the garden gates of historic, downtown Frederick in this unique tour featuring public and private gardens.

From sweet fragrances and lush colors, to unique uses of small spaces, this tour is certain to inspire your green thumb.

Live musicians and plein air artists will be in many gardens.

May 28, July 15, August 26, September 3, October 14 A guided 4.5 mile kayaking trip might include the sightings of blue herons, red-tailed hawks, and bald eagles.

Paddlers will hear the sound of falling water as they approach three class II+ rapids. After the paddle, enjoy the taste of craft beer at the new Smoketown Brewery.

Enjoy the tour behind the glass wall and speak to the brewery team about handcrafted beer. To top the day off, enjoy the savory taste of the locals' favorite eatery.

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O 301-600-2844 w celebratefrederick.com/events/garden-tour

O 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com/package/potomac-whitewater

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JUNE Frederick Festival of the Arts June 2–4 Celebrating 24 years, the Frederick Festival of the Arts invites art lovers to enjoy a showcase of the finest national artists.

Vendors are hand-picked by local art enthusiasts, giving all who attend the best of quality fine art. Bring the family for food, music, and exceptional art!

} Friday 7–9pm; Saturday 10am–6pm; Sunday 11am–5pm

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Carroll Creek Park 100 S East St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-662-4190 w FrederickArtsCouncil.org/programs/

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National Trails Day June 3 Trails need love too! If you enjoy hiking and your public lands, this is the day to show how much you care.

Join Ranger Eric Creter for a day of trail work. You work hard, get dirty and have fun while doing it. Work can be strenuous.

Sturdy boots/shoes, work gloves and water are recommended. Pre-register by calling 301-271-7574.

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Cunningham Falls State Park William Houck Area 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd. Thurmont, MD 21788

O 301-271-7574 w dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/ western/cunningham.aspx

Frederick Keys Baseball June 4–6 Fun and affordable entertainment!

Come see the future players of the Baltimore Orioles. Frederick Keys vs Potomac Nationals.

Barnstormers Tour

Great American Backyard Campout

June 10 This self-guided tour calls attention to barns and their importance to Frederick's agricultural heritage. It's a rare opportunity to observe some of Frederick's most scenic farms. Trained docents greet visitors at each barn.

June 24–25 It's Camping 101! Perfect for the first time camping family. Learn to start a campfire, pitch a tent, and cook a classic meal under the guidance of Park Rangers and volunteers. Campers must bring their own equipment. Space is limited. Pre-register by calling 301-271-7574.

} 10am–4pm

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Private farms in Frederick County 1110 Rosemont Ave. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-663-3885 w fredericklandmarks.org Fiber Fest June 10–11 The whole family will learn about the little known local fiber industry through educational and product displays.

} Saturday 10am–4pm; Sunday 11am–3pm

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The Frederick News-Post 351 Ballenger Center Dr. Frederick, MD 21703

O 301-800-8187 w frederickfiberfest.com Movie Night on the Creek June 16, July 21 Love movies? So do we! This summer enjoy our 5 Movie Nights—outdoor theater style! Grab a blanket and a lawn chair and get ready to enjoy some of the best movies right here in Downtown Frederick! Make it a date night or bring the whole family.

See you on the Creek!

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Cunningham Falls State Park William Houck Area 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd. Thurmont, MD 21788

O 301-271-7574 w dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/ western/cunningham.aspx

Summerfest Family Theatre June 29 Enjoy free children's entertainment featuring local, regional and national performers showcasing comedy, music, dance and more! An end of summer social will cap off the season with games, giveaways and sweet treats, In lieu of admission, donations of canned food or cash will be accepted to benefit the Frederick Food Bank.

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Baker Park Band Shell 121 N Bentz St. Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-600-2844 w celebratefrederick.com/events/

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Carroll Creek Amphitheater Carroll Creek Park Frederick, MD 21701

O 301-698-8118 w downtownfrederick.org

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BRUNSWICK A Town in Transition, from Rails to Trails

BY MARGARITA RAYCHEVA

D

efining what Brunswick is all about was not difficult at the turn of the 19th century.

A bustling transportation boomtown, the city lived and breathed with the sound of steam

train engines. The railroad brought jobs and prosperity and played such an important role in city life that local families cooked, ate and even did their laundry according to train schedules.

But in the 1950s the railroad pulled out of Brunswick, the train whistles died abruptly and the city, deprived of the single force driving its economy, slipped into a decline that lasted for decades.

Today the city is finally done mourning the lost glory of the past and is charting a new course for the future—one that involves bike paths and hiking trails, rather than railroad tracks.

The sleepy town is now filled with a new air of excitement, as residents, business owners and city officials are stepping up efforts to revive and reinvent their community. Seeking to redefine Brunswick as an attractive outdoor destination, they are working to fill empty downtown storefronts, opening new businesses and building trails for hiking and biking.

With the city working on a new municipal building, the successful Smoketown Brewing Station opening downtown, and the continuous expansion of Brunswick Crossing—a population-doubling housing development—Brunswick may finally be on track to change its fortune.

“In the future, I can see it having big festivals for bikers,” says Benancio Morales, a retired Air Force veteran who opened Brunswick’s newest restaurant, Benancio’s Southwestern Grill, last year. The restaurant, which is planning a grand opening in April, has already been extremely popular with locals, as well as visitors.

“I think I am just the start of the new wave coming in,” Morales says. “I think in three to five years, we will be looking at a different Brunswick, for sure.”

Reviving the City Many believe that the key for reviving the city is shifting its focus to tap into the numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation available in the area.

With its Potomac River location, the C&O Canal, and proximity to Harper’s Ferry, Antietam, Leesburg and Charlestown, the city has everything it needs to reinvent itself into an attractive tourist and outdoor destination.

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Even the Brunswick Heritage Museum, which has traditionally focused on Brunswick’s railroad glory days, is considering expanding its focus to reflect other periods in the history of the area.

“Brunswick has so many outdoor recreational opportunities from which to choose: C&O Canal Towpath, Potomac River, Brunswick Family Campground, Rivers Edge Project, and train watching, too,” said Terri Householder, the city coordinator for economic development. “Our natural amenities accommodate people of all ages and fitness levels.”

The museum, which among other items features a 1,700-foot model railroad layout of a train ride from Brunswick to Washington D.C., has been one of the main attractions in the city, serving visitors from all parts of the country and the world. The museum this year was selected as one of five locations in the state to host The Smithsonian’s Main Street travelling exhibit “The Way We Worked” from July 21 through Sept. 8.

Looking for solutions, the city hired Illumin8 Marketing PR to develop a comprehensive, multi-platform economic development marketing plan with a focus on outdoor recreation, Householder said. The goal is to help the city recruit businesses geared toward serving visiting bikers and hikers.

But with more out-of-town travelers coming in, museum director Jim Castle has been fielding questions about the broader history of the area, including the Native American presence and Brunswick’s role in the Civil War.

Residents in the meantime are also doing their part in enhancing the city’s new focus on outdoor activities.

In 2015, Brunswick residents Carlo Alfano and Keith Marks, who owns the Three Points Bike shop in town, began to transform 59 acres of unused woodland by the city’s Sports Complex into a trail for hiking and biking. The project, known as Rivers Edge Recreation Park, has become a community effort involving 530 volunteer work hours and has already received 576 likes on Facebook.

“A lot of effort has been put into this fabulous trail which will be opening in the spring,” says Brunswick Mayor Jeff Snoots.

In the spring, Brunswick is also moving on with renovations, which will add cabins to the popular Brunswick Family Campground, Snoots said. The city-owned campground is run by River and Trail Outfitters and offers opportunities for kayaking, climbing, rafting and tubing.

In response, Castle is working on developing a permanent exhibit, which for the first time will feature a full timeline of history in the area. He also plans to petition the National Park Service to allow archeological studies in Native American campsites, which have been largely unexplored.

“There isn’t much known about the Native American history in this area,” he said. “It’s never been further researched.”

“We’ve got so much more of a story to tell,” Castle added.

A fifth-generation Brunswick resident, and the first in his family not to work on the railroad, Castle has noticed the positive changes happening in town. With more businesses operating, museum visitors have increased from 5,000 in 2015 to 6,500 in 2016.

“One success leads to another,” Castle said. “The only thing we really need now is a bed and breakfast downtown.”

CITY FACTS *Data as of July 1, 2014, based on U.S. Census

Population

People under the age of 18

6,102

27.1%

Number of households

People aged 65 years and older

2,212

9.8%

Median household income

Language other than English spoken at home

$62,088

3.1%

Median value of owner-occupied housing

High school graduate or higher (aged 25+)

$188,500

88.6%

People under the age of 5

Bachelor's degree or higher (aged 25+)

8.1%

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F R E D E R I C K C O U N T Y T O W N S \\ Troubles and Triumphs Brunswick, which celebrated 125th anniversary of its incorporation in 2015, has had its share of troubles and triumphs over the years.

In 1883, the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad chose the town—which was then called Berlin—as site for its biggest railyard on the East Coast. Coal-powered trains at the time could only travel so far before they needed to stop and refuel.

When the yard opened, the city entered a golden age. With hundreds of new jobs available at the railroad, population exploded from 300 to 3,000 during the course of six years. As hundreds of German railroad workers settled in town, the city was renamed Brunswick to honor their European roots.

The city boomed and prospered as a company town until the 1950s, when more powerful diesel trains made the yard in Brunswick obsolete and the railroad pulled out of town.

Brunswick managed to survive the hit mostly thanks to its MARC train connection to Washington, D.C. It gradually became a town of commuters and its once-bustling downtown district shrank to a handful of businesses fighting for survival.

Even today, when the downtown commercial district seems more stable than ever, challenges still exist. Though hundreds of commuters take the train from Brunswick every day, getting them to stay downtown has been a major struggle, even for the city’s successful businesses.

Filling empty storefronts and finding tenants for some of the large, boomtown-era downtown buildings is also an ongoing problem.

Yet, some persistent business owners have found their own ways to endure and adapt.

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The city’s oldest business, Brunswick Hardware and Sporting Goods, has been run by the same family since 1973 and now sells an eclectic selection of goods, including fishing and hunting gear for outdoor enthusiasts.

An eclectic café based inside a 100-year-old restored church downtown, Beans in the Belfry has operated in town for more than a decade and continues to draw visitors from inside and outside the county.

The quirky café offers unique atmosphere coupled with live music on Friday and Saturday evenings. The café draws in musicians from the tri-state and Washington D.C. metro areas, holds open mic nights and regular events such as Jazz Brunch and Traditional English Afternoon Tea every Sunday.

Local business owners are also thinking outside the box in their efforts to revive the city’s commercial district.

Beth Johnson, who runs A Better Choice Bakery in downtown Brunswick, organized Brunswick’s first Kansas City Barbecue Society certified barbecue contest earlier this spring. The Great Brunswick BBQ Throwdown took place March 3-4, accomplishing the rare feat of bringing 2,000 people—including 50 competitors from New Jersey, Virginia and Rhode Island—into Brunswick’s usually sleepy downtown in the middle of winter.

“They spent time in our restaurants, they shopped in our stores,” said Johnson, who organized the event as a private resident.

Johnson donated proceeds from the event to the Brunswick Heritage Museum. She said she was thrilled with the turnout. Brunswick typically gets this volume of visitors only during signature celebrations, such as the Railroad Days weekend in September, she said.

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“It’s such a new world, but it is definitely something that Brunswick can be a part of,” Johnson said. “Barbecue is southern and we know that. But Brunswick is barbecue. Brunswick is really a place where you want to eat good food and really just be with friends.”

Brunswick city officials are also looking at ways to make downtown Brunswick more business-friendly.

The Brunswick Main Street program last year started a partnership with the Frederick County Office of Economic Development, resulting in the opening of a pop-up shop inside the Kaplon building on Potomac Street, which has stayed empty for years. The Made in Maryland Marketplace is an artisan market, which opens at holidays offering a selection of goods from local farmers and artists.

In 2016, Brunswick also earned an enterprise zone designation from the state, which will provide property owners with tax breaks for improving properties and allow employers to receive up to $6,000 in income tax credits for every new job created in town.

“Revitalizing our downtown continues to be a slow process,” said Mayor Snoots. “There are projects being presented by several property owners to help revitalize this area.”

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A former city councilman, Snoots was elected to his current position in 2016 and says his primary goal is to bring Brunswick back to life again. Snoots has a long list of projects that he wants to complete in the city, including repairing water and sewer lines and moving on with plans to construct a new municipal building for the city police and public works departments.

“Our police department needs a larger facility, as well as our public works department,” Snoots said. “As Brunswick continues to grow, we must plan accordingly.”

One the most highly anticipated projects coming to Brunswick this year is the 56,000-square-foot Weis supermarket, which is expected to open in the fall, he said. Brunswick has been without a supermarket since Fresh & Green’s closed in 2014.

“This will be a very exciting addition,” Snoots said. “Not having a grocery store here has been a hardship for many of our senior residents, as well the rest of our citizens. Along with the grocery store, we are anticipating other small stores and services will follow.”

The Weis will be located on Md. Route 17 within Brunswick Crossing, a residential development, which has been pumping new life and residents into the city since 2007. Located north of downtown, the Pleasants Development project has a 10-year buildout plan and eventually will add 1,505 new homes to Brunswick’s existing 2,212 homes.

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She has vowed to make the competition an annual tradition for the city, which she believes can use special events, festivals and celebrations as a way to attract business and visitors.

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BRUNSWICK Elected Officials

‑Shops

Mayor: Jeffrey T. Snoots

Antiques & Ole Stuff

(term expires August 2020)

O 301-514-6220

City Council

Brunswick Hardware & Sporting Goods

Mayor Pro Tem Angel White (exp. 8/2020) Wayne Allgaier (exp. 8/2018) Carroll Jones (exp. 8/2018) Harry Lashley (exp. 8/2018) Vaughn Ripley (exp. 8/2020) Tom Smith (exp. 8/2020)

O 301-834-9207 Past & Present Antiques

O 301-969-0800 Pedal Pushers

O 202-642-1902 w pedalpushersclub.com Public Spectacle

City Hall

O 301-834-6400

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Three Points Cycle

1 W. Potomac St.

O 301-834-7500 w brunswickmd.gov

O 301-834-7199 w threepointscycle.net

Frederick County Public Libraries Brunswick Branch

Health and Wellness

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Five Dances Wellness Center

915 N. Maple Ave.

O 301-600-7250 w fcpl.org Edward F. Fry Memorial Library at Point of Rocks

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1635 Ballenger Creek Pike, Point of Rocks

O 301-874-4560 w fcpl.org Food and Restaurants A Better Choice Bakery

O 301-969-0341 w abetterchoicebakery.com Benancio’s Southwest Grill

O 301-969-0201 Beans in the Belfry

O 301-834-7178 w beansinthebelfry.com King’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant

O 301-834-9999 Potomac Street Grill

O 301-969-0341 Smoketown Brewing Station

O 301-834-4828 w smoketownbrewing.com

O 301-834-7411 w fivedanceswellness.com Roots and River Yoga

O 240-938-8622 w rootsandriveryoga.com Accommodations Brunswick Family Campground

O 301-695-5177 w potomacrivercampground.com Oak Tree Inn

O 240-772-9099 w oaktreeinn.com/hotels/brunswick-maryland/ Learn and Explore Brunswick Heritage Museum

O 301-834-7100 w brunswickmuseum.org C&O Canal Towpath Walk or bike a historic trail located just a short walk from Brunswick downtown

Scenic Potomac River Kayaking, tubing, fishing, nature watching

River and Trail Outfitters

O 301-834-9950 w rivertrail.com

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In 2016, Rosemont resident David Blackmon transformed Brunswick’s retired firehouse into a brewery. The brewery—which is the only craft beer venue in a 15-mile radius—has been extremely popular and has given visitors a whole new reason to discover Brunswick, Householder said “Smoketown has helped the city grow by being a destination place for people from inside and outside the city,” she said. “It brings people into the city and into downtown that might otherwise not have come to see all Brunswick has to offer. It adds another sense of vibrancy.”

“There’s a transitioning happening here,” he said. “I think Brunswick is going to grow. The idea is to get people excited again, I think that’s the key.”

Born and raised in New Mexico, Morales now lives in Knoxville and offers family recipes rooted in Southwestern cuisine. Reminiscent of Chipotle, Morales’ restaurant is intentionally set up to have a more laid back atmosphere than a formal sit-down restaurant.

Morales has also come up with his own solution to a problem that has bugged Brunswick businesses for years—how to reel in commuters, who leave early, return late and typically have no time to stay downtown.

In the coming months Blackmon is starting work on transforming the historic 6,000 square foot ballroom on the second floor of the building into an event space and entertainment venue.

In a few months, Benancio’s is opening a pick-up window, where commuters can grab a quick breakfast burrito on their way to the train. Commuters will be able to place pickup orders the night before, so no time will be wasted in the morning, Morales explained.

“We’ll have bands, events, weddings,” Blackmon says. “We are shooting for a summer opening.”

Morales, who serves a number of MARC train commuters, says they are already looking forward to the idea.

Morales who also opened Benancio’s last year, is another business owner who believes in Brunswick’s potential for growth and change.

“They are so excited, they are offering to plan my grand opening,” he said.

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

BURKITTSVILLE MAYOR

TOWN OFFICE

POST OFFICE

CHURCHES

Debby Burgoyne

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St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church

POPULATION

500 E. Main St.

O 301-834-6780 w burkittsville-md.gov

8 E. Main St.

O 301-834-9592

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Burkittsville, MD

O 201-834-9866

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.

EMMITSBURG MAYOR

LIBRARY

Donald N. Briggs

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POPULATION 2,814 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE

,

300 A S. Seton Ave.

O 301-600-6300 w emmitsburgmd.gov EMMITSBURG FIRE STATION #6

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25 W. Main St.

300 A S. Seton Ave.

O 301-600-6329 SENIOR CENTER

O 301-600-6350

POST OFFICE

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305 S. Seton Ave.

O 301-447-2655 TOWN PARKS Community Park

O 301-447-2728

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EMMITSBURG AMBULANCE COMPANY

Memorial Park

O 301-447-6626

W. Lincoln Ave. at Jamison Ave.

Emmitsburg, MD

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Chesapeake Ave. at Potomac Ave.

Emmitsburg, MD

Silo Park

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Silo Hill Rd.

Emmitsburg, MD

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BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Emmitsburg Business and Professional Association

O 301-447-3110 CHURCHES Elias Evangelical Lutheran Church

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-6239 Incarnation of United Church of Christ

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-2270 National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (Catholic)

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-6606

St. Anthony's Shrine Parish (Catholic)

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-2367 St. Joseph's Catholic Church

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-2326 Tom's Creek United Methodist Church

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-3171 Trinity United Methodist Church

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Emmitsburg, MD

O 301-447-3740

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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.

FREDERICK CITY MAYOR

LIBRARY

GROCERY STORES

SYNAGOGUES

Randy McClement

C.Burr Artz Central Library

The Common Market

Beth Sholom Congregation

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POPULATION 65,239 as of 2010 Census

CITY HALL

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101 N. Court St.

O 301-600-1380 w cityoffrederick.com FREDERICK POLICE DEPARTMENT

O 301-600-2100

110 E. Patrick St.

O 301-600-1630 w fcpl.org POST OFFICES Frederick City Post Office

,

201 E. Patrick St.

O 301-662-2131 College Estates Station Post Office

,

1301 W. 7th St.

O 301-662-6115 Tuscarora Post Office

CITY OF FREDERICK DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

O 301-629-6360

,

5709-A Tuscarora Rd.

O 301-874-2303 TOWN PARKS

,

121 N. Bentz St.

Citizens Truck Company

O 301-600-1493

,

City Recreation Department

9 S. Court St.

O 301-600-1713

O 301-600-1492

Independent Hose Company

,

310 Baughman’s Ln.

O 301-600-1720

SWIMMING POOLS Baker Park Swimming Pool

Junior Fire Company

O 301-663-5666

,

Diggs Memorial Pool

535 N. Market St.

O 301-600-2286 Spring Ridge Fire Station # 33

,

6061 Spring Ridge Pkwy.

O 301-600-9330

O 301-663-3416 Giant

,

Congregation Kol Ami of Frederick

Monocacy Crossing

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-600-6364

Frederick, MD

O 301-575-9690

O 301-815-2200

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-0267

Kingsbrook Crossing

Frederick, MD

MESSIANIC

O 301-698-9411

El Shaddai Congregation

,

,

Sugarloaf Pkwy.

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-4496

Frederick, MD

O 301-874-1200 CHURCHES

Giant Eagle

,

Quinn Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church

W. Patrick St.

Frederick, MD

,

O 301-668-8712 Baker Park

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Frederick, MD

,

W. 7th St.

St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church

Frederick, MD

O 301-631-3822 MOM's (MY Organic Market)

,

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-1550

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-6167

O 301-566-1444

Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church

Safeway

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-2833 Wegmans

,

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-898-7100 St. Michael the Archangel Anglican Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 240-575-7300

O 301-293-8938

Weis

Victory Christian Center

,

Rt. 40 and Old Camp Rd.

,

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-5253

United Steam Fire Engine Co.

O 301-473-5385

,

Ambassador Baptist Church

,

,

79 S. Market St.

O 301-600-1711 United/Westview Fire Station

,

5525 New Design Rd.

O 301-600-9330

Prospect Blvd.

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-9075

,

Spring Ridge

Frederick, MD

O 301-631-8162

Frederick, MD

O 301-620-7729 Faith Baptist Church

,

Knoxville, MD

O 301-834-7755 First Baptist Church of Frederick

,

Frederick, MD

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Frederick Church of Christ

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Good News Presbyterian Church

,

,

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-3110

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-5789

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-3344

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-7070

Frederick Baptist Temple

First Church of Christ Scientist

Mount Zion Lutheran Church

New Hope Presbyterian Church

,

,

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-8900

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-7852

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-4737

Frederick, MD

O 301-694-3595

Frederick Korean Baptist Church

Jefferson United Church of Christ

St. Luke's Lutheran Church

Seventh-Day Adventist Church

,

,

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-6446

Jefferson, MD

O 301-473-8262

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-4737

People's Baptist Church

Edgewood First Church of God

Hope Christian Fellowship Church

,

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-5635

Frederick, MD

O 301-682-5007

Adamstown, MD

O 301-874-5838

South End Baptist Church

Parkway Community Church

Emmanuel Trinity Lutheran Church

,

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-4347 Victory Baptist Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-5153 Frederick Church of the Brethren

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-1819 Tibetan Meditation Center

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-5750 St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-8288

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-0741

Frederick

O 301-662-0206 District Office of Christian Missionary Alliance

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-620-9934 Emmanuel Alliance Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-0002 Frederick Alliance Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-1199 Grace Community Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-4337

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-2762

Frederick Christian Fellowship

O 301-695-6550

Emmanuel Bible Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-4686 Frederick Christian Fellowship

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-620-2255 All Saints Episcopal Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-5625

,

Frederick, MD

, ,

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

Grace Trinity United Church of Christ

Harvest Christian Fellowship

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-0206 SURE Fellowship Church

,

Walkersville

O 301-845-9870 Unity in Frederick

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-846-0868

First Love Church

,

,

Frederick, MD

,

O 301-620-2255

Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-2088 Grace United Church of Christ

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-3312 Araby United Methodist Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-694-8772 Asbury United Methodist Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-9380

O 301-663-0663

Brook Hill United Methodist Church

Thomas Tabernacle Holiness Church

Apostolic Lighthouse United (Pentecostal Church)

O 301-662-1727

,

,

O 301-694-8435

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-9148

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-8788

Emmanuel Bible Church

Victory Christian Center

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-473-4686 Korean Emmanuel Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-4796 Bethel Lutheran Church Office

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-694-8280 Evangelical Lutheran Church Frederick, MD

O 301-663-6361 thefrederickguide.com

,

Faith United Church of Christ

O 301-695-9053

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Evangelical Reformed Church United Church of Christ

O 301-663-6271

Frederick, MD

O 301-371-7505

,

Frederick

O 301-473-7680

,

,

Harvest Christian Fellowship

,

Church of the Nazarene

Church of the Transfiguration

O 301-360-9581

Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Frederick

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-624-5838

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-5254

Frederick, MD

,

Frederick, MD

Buckeystown United Methodist Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-874-2313

O 301-473-5253

Calvary United Methodist Church

Faith Reformed Presbyterian Church

O 301-662-1464

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-0662 Frederick Presbyterian Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-5338

,

Frederick, MD

Centennial Memorial United Methodist Church

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-663-5273 Flint Hill United Methodist Church

,

Adamstown, MD

O 301-874-0890

// F R E DE RI C K C O U N T Y TOW NS Hopehill United Methodist Church

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church

,

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-874-1166

Ijamsville, MD

O 301-865-5443

Jackson United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church

,

O 301-662-2895

Frederick, MD

O 601-694-7315 Linganore United Methodist Church

,

Union Bridge, MD

,

Frederick, MD

Salvation Army

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-2311

O 410-795-1291

Frederick City Rec. Department

,

YMCA

,

O 301-633-1651

Kreimer's Karate

Frederick Gymnastics Club

,

,

Frederick, MD

Choi's Martial Arts USA

American Karate Academy

,

,

O 301-698-5468

Frederick Indoor Sports Center

Frederick, MD

,

Frederick, MD

O 240-215-4040 Skate Frederick

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-662-7362

Frederick Academy of Self-Defense

,

Frederick, MD

O 301-694-3330

Frederick, MD

O 301-682-8589

O 301-662-1303

Frederick, MD

O 301-695-3347

O 301-695-9414

,

Frederick, MD

Frederick, MD

O 301-600-1492

Frederick, MD

Clinch Fitness Self-Defense & Freestyle Jujitsu

Mount Carmel United Methodist Church

,

YOUTH SPORTS

Frederick City Recreation (Adult)

Frederick, MD

,

O 240-482-8081

Frederick, MD

O 301-600-1492

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.

BURGESS

TOWN PARKS

John D. Miller

Middletown Community Park

POPULATION 4,136 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE

,

31 W. Main St.

O 301-371-6171 w middletown.md.us VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY

O 301-371-6907 LIBRARY

,

101 Prospect St.

O 301-371-7560

,

,

7227 Hollow Rd.

O 301-371-6880

,

Pleasant View Church of the Brethren

Knoxville, MD

,

O 301-834-7755

O 301-694-1646

Garfield United Methodist Church

Middletown Memorial Park

,

,

S. Church St.

Smithburg, MD

O 301-416-0350

O 301-371-6171

Holy Family Catholic Community

Wiles Branch Park

,

,

Knoll Side Ln.

O 301-371-6171 CHURCHES Christ Reformed Church United Church of Christ

,

Middletown, MD

O 301-371-6610 Cornerstone Baptist Church

, POST OFFICE

Coblentz Rd.

Faith Baptist Church

Jefferson, MD

O 301-473-8777

Middletown, MD

Jefferson, MD

O 301-371-7707 Valley Baptist Church of Middletown

,

Jefferson, MD

O 301-371-8758

O 301-473-4800

Zion Lutheran Church

Jefferson United Church of Christ

O 301-371-6500

,

,

Middletown, MD

Middletown, MD

O 301-473-8262

YOUTH SPORTS

Jefferson United Methodist Church

Middletown Recreation Council

,

O 301-371-3344 w middletownrec.com

Jefferson, MD

O 301-473-4022 Locust Valley Bible Church

,

Middletown Valley Athletic Association (MVAA)

Middletown, MD

O 301-371-7476 Middletown United Methodist

,

O 301-371-3423 w mvaasports.com

Middletown, MD

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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.

MOUNT AIRY MAYOR

GROCERY STORES

CHURCHES

Mount Airy Full Gospel Church

Pat Rockinberg

Food Lion

Bethesda United Methodist Church

O 301-829-2199

POPULATION 9,288 as of 2010 Census

TOWN GOVERNMENT

,

110 S. Main St.

O 301-829-1424 w mountairymd.org

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-5966 Safeway

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-6517 Weis

,

Twin Arch Rd.

Mt. Airy, MD

RESIDENT TROOPERS

O 301-829-0218

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

O 301-829-0100

CARROLL COUNTY BRANCH LIBRARY Mount Airy Branch

,

705 Ridge Ave.

O 410-386-4470 O 301-829-5290

O 301-829-1071

,

Ridge Rd.

Damascus, MD

O 301-253-9787 POST OFFICE

,

505 Windy Knoll

O 301-829-1199 TOWN PARKS Prospect & East West Park

O 301-829-1424 Watkins Park

O 301-829-8373 THE GREATER MOUNT AIRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

O 301-829-5426 w mtairybusiness.com

,

Damascus, MD

O 301-253-3222 Calvary United Methodist Church

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-0358 Church of Christ at Mount Airy

,

Mt. Airy, MD

Mount Airy Presbyterian Church

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-5223 St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-8509 St. James' Episcopal Church

,

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

St. Michael's Catholic Church

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-1904 Hebron Christian Church

,

Monrovia, MD

O 301-829-8616 Locust Grove Church of the Brethren

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-2100 Redeemer Lutheran Church

,

Damascus, MD

O 301-253-3000 Montgomery United Methodist Church

,

Damascus, MD

O 301-253-4460

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-2185

thefrederickguide.com

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-5443

Mount Airy Baptist Church

76

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-0325

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 410-489-7667 West Falls Christian Community Church

,

Mt. Airy, MD

O 301-829-0733 YOUTH SPORTS Four County Little League

w

fcllbaseball.org

Kemptown Cardinals (Baseball)

w

geocities.com/Colosseum/

Lodge/1501

Mount Airy Youth Athletic Association (MAYAA)

O 301-829-2027

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

MYERSVILLE MAYOR

POST OFFICE

CHURCHES

Wayne Creadick

,

Church of the Saviour

POPULATION 1,626 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE

,

301 Main St.

O 301-293-4281 w myersvillemd.govoffice2.com FIRE DEPARTMENTS Myersville Volunteer Fire Company

O 301-293-9817 Wolfsville Volunteer Fire Company

O 301-293-1453

1 Wolfsville Rd.

O 301-293-1180

,

Myersville Baptist Church

,

Rohersville, MD

O 301-665-9600 TOWN PARKS Doub’s Meadow Park

Grossnickle Church of the Brethren

,

,

Corner of Rte. 40 and Rte. 17

Wolfsville Rd.

O 301-293-4281 Town Park

,

8 Harp Pl.

O 301-293-4281 YOUTH SPORTS Myersville Junior Baseball League

w

myersvillebaseball.com

Wolfsville-Myersville Athletic Association (WMAA)

O 301-293-3115 w eteamz.com/wmaasports

Myersville, MD

O 301-293-1335 Myersville Church of the Brethren

,

Myersville, MD

O 301-293-9513

Myersville, MD

O 301-293-9516

Salem United Methodist Church

Harmony Church of the Brethren

,

,

Myersville, MD

O 301-371-4297

St. Paul's Lutheran Church

,

Harmony Community Lutheran Church

,

Myersville, MD

O 301-293-1616 Myersville, MD

O 301-293-2979

Myersville, MD

O 301-371-5188 Mt. Zion United Methodist Church

,

Myersville, MD

O 301-293-1401

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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.

NEW MARKET MAYOR

POST OFFICES

CHURCHES

Grace Episcopal Church

Winslow E. Burhans III

New Market Post Office

Bush Creek Church of the Brethren

O 301-865-3270

, POPULATION 656 as of 2010 Census

TOWN GOVERNMENT

,

39 W. Main St.

O 301-865-5544 w townofnewmarket.org

168 W. Main St.

O 301-865-3333 Monrovia Post Office

,

4411 Green Valley Rd.

Monrovia, MD

O 301-865-5432 GROCERY STORES Food Lion

NEW MARKET DISTRICT FIRE CO.

O 301-865-5700

,

New Market, MD

O 301-865-6950 YOUTH SPORTS Linganore/Urbana Youth Athletic Association (LUYAA)

w

,

Monrovia, MD

O 301-663-3025 Daybreak Community Church

,

New Market, MD

O 301-865-8877 Dorsey's Chapel United Methodist Church

,

New Market, MD

O 301-865-8680 First Baptist Church of Green Valley

,

,

New Market, MD

Monocacy Valley Church

,

Ijamsville, MD

O 301-865-9100 New Market United Methodist Church

,

New Market, MD

O 301-865-3530 St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church

,

Ijamsville, MD

O 301-695-8845

Monrovia, MD

O 301-865-5566

luyaa.org

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

BURGESS

TOWN GOVERNMENT

Thomas Watson

,

POPULATION

1219 Rosemont Dr.

O 301-834-7444 w sites.google.com/site/ rosemontmd/home

294 as of 2010 Census

FIRE DEPARTMENTS Volunteer Fire Department

O 301-834-8300

78

thefrederickguide.com

BRUNSWICK VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE & RESCUE

O 301-834-8102

CHURCHES Faith Assembly of God

,

Brunswick, MD

O 301-834-8632 TOWN PARK Lions Merryland Park

,

3673 Petersville Rd.

Rosemont Alliance Church

,

Knoxville, MD

O 301-834-8290

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

Thurmont is proud to have been designated a “Main Street Maryland Community.”

MAYOR

LIBRARY

YOUTH SPORTS

John A. Kinnaird

,

Catoctin Youth Association

POPULATION 6,036

TOWN OFFICE

,

10 Frederick Rd.

O 301-271-7313 w thurmont.com FIRE DEPARTMENTS Thurmont Fire

76 E. Moser Rd.

O 301-600-7200 POST OFFICES Thurmont Post Office

,

110 Water St.

Rocky Ridge Post Office

,

,

13516 Motter Station Rd.

O 301-271-4920 GROCERY STORES Food Lion

Graceham Volunteer Fire

O 301-271-9949

Thurmont, MD

14026 Graceham Rd.

O 301-271-2000 Lewistown Volunteer Fire

,

,

1101 Hessong Bridge Rd.

O 301-898-9988

SWIMMING Cunningham Falls State Park

O 301-271-7574

Thurmont, MD

13516 Motter’s Station Rd.

Thurmont United Methodist Church

Thurmont, MD

,

O 301-271-3885

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-4511

Morningstar Family Church Thurmont, MD

Trinity United Church of Christ

,

O 301-271-3633

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-2305

Harriet Chapel Episcopal

Walkersville Christian Fellowship

Thurmont, MD

,

O 301-271-4554

,

O 301-271-2666

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-2634

Catoctin United Methodist Church

,

Thurmont Church of the Brethren

,

O 301-271-2087

,

Thurmont, MD

O 301-898-9454

Sabillasville, MD

O 301-241-2022

Lewistown United Methodist Church

Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire

,

,

Apples United Church of Christ

,

Thurmont, MD

St. Paul's Lutheran Church

O 301-271-4397 CHURCHES

,

O 301-898-5290

Thurmont Little League

O 301-271-2226

O 301-271-3413

,

O 301-271-2256

St. John's Lutheran Church of Creagerstown

Weller's United Methodist Church

Thurmont, MD

,

O 301-898-7888

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-2802

St. John's Lutheran Church

,

Thurmont, MD

O 301-271-4109

URBANA FIRE DEPARTMENT

,

3602 Urbana Pk.

O 301-663-3822 LIBRARY

,

9020 Amelung St.

O 301-600-7000

SENIOR CENTER

Urbana Recreation Council

O 301-600-7020

w

YOUTH SPORTS

Linganore/Urbana Youth Athletic Association (LUYAA)

YMCA (Green Valley)

w

urbanarec.com

luyaa.org

O 301-607-6900 w frederickymca.org/ green-valley

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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.

WALKERSVILLE BURGESS

POST OFFICE

YOUTH SPORTS

Chad W. Weddle

,

Glade Valley Athletic Association

POPULATION 5,800 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE

,

O 301-845-8342 GROCERY STORES Safeway

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-2844

21 W. Frederick St.

O 301-845-4500 w walkersvillemd.gov POLICE DEPARTMENT

O 301-898-0200

VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

O 301-600-9110 LIBRARY

,

7 E. Frederick St.

57 W. Frederick St.

O 301-845-8880

TOWN PARKS Creamery Park

,

Corner of Pennsylvania Ave.

w

walkersvillebaseball.com

CHURCHES Brethren in Christ

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-2544 Calvary Assembly of God

O 301-845-4500

,

Gilmore C. Trout Memorial Park

,

Corner of Sandstone and

Bedrock Dr.

O 301-845-4500 Heritage Farm Park

,

Devilbiss Bridge Rd.

O 301-845-4500

,

Kenneth Dr. off Biggs Ford Rd.

O 301-845-4500

thefrederickguide.com

Walkersville Baseball Association

and S. Glade Rd.

Walkersville Community Park

80

O 301-845-2617 w gvaasports.com

Walkersville, MD

O 301-898-7811 Faith Community Mennonite Church

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-0800 Fredericktowne Baptist Church

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-8700

Glade United Church of Christ

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-6775 Glade Valley Church of the Brethren

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-898-0886 Peace in Christ (Lutheran Missouri Synod)

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-6300 St Paul's Lutheran Church of Walkersville

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-4600 St. Timothy Roman Catholic Church

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-8043 United Methodist Church

,

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-9860

// F R E DE RI C K C O U N T Y TOW NS

WOODSBORO Early history suggests that the Woodsboro area was a hunting and trapping ground for a wandering tribe of Susquehanna Indians. From early times, the settlement was located at a crossroads on the Indian trail running from the Chesapeake Bay to the mountains.

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

WOODSBORO BURGESS

FIRE DEPARTMENTS

GROCERY STORE

CHURCHES

Gary Smith

Woodsboro Volunteer Fire Company

Trout’s Market

Chapel Lutheran Church

O 301-898-5100

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O 301-898-4103

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POPULATION 1,141 as of 2010 Census

TOWN OFFICE

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2 S. 3rd St.

O 301-898-3800 w woodsboro.org

Libertytown Volunteer Fire Company

O 301-898-9193 New Midway Volunteer Fire Company

Woodsboro, MD

Walkersville, MD

O 301-845-2332

TOWN PARK

St. John's United Church of Christ

Woodsboro Town Park

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Woodsboro, MD

O 301-845-7703

O 301-898-3800

O 301-898-0543

YOUTH SPORTS

St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church

POST OFFICES

Woodsboro/New Midway Recreation Council

O 301-898-5111

Woodsboro Post Office

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602 S. Main St.

O 301-845-8408 Ladiesburg Post Office

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Woodsboro, MD

woodsboro.org/wnmrc/ rec.htm

Union Bridge, MD

Woodsboro Evangelical Lutheran Church

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Woodsboro, MD

O 301-845-4533

12509 Woodsboro Pk.

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DEC 2: Jingle Bell Run/Santa Stroll

AUG 26 : Potomac Street Mile

DEC 9: Hometown Holidays

OCT 7 & 8: Railroad Days

DEC 31: Scottish First Footing

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