Whether you’re taking a day trip or visiting local favorites, the Frederick area has plenty to offer when it comes to seasonal ice skating. Explore indoor and outdoor skating—and maybe sledding, too—at these locations in Frederick, Howard, Montgomery and Washington counties.   Pinecliff Park 8350 Pinecliff Park Road, Frederick | …

What inspired you to create your own designs? I love supporting my kids in whatever activity they are involved in. Typically, I’m on a sideline cheering my son for baseball or coaching my daughter’s rec cheer team. I knew I wanted a matching team cup and decided I could make …

Are you planning a party for your child in Frederick County? You’ll find plenty of resources in our area to make any celebratory occasion festive and fun. Backyard Inflatables From inflatable zip lines and moon bounces to mechanical bulls, obstacle courses and dunk tanks, Backyard Inflatables offers fun things for …

What’s the hardest part about juggling both parenthood and your career? The hardest part about juggling parenthood and my career is balancing the time evenly between the two. Priorities always need to be set in both areas, which often means I must miss important moments in my child’s life or …

Let your children pursue their passions for sports. You’ll find several sports-oriented activities and organizations to choose from in Frederick County. 24/7 Dance Studio Winner of Frederick’s “Best of the Best” and Frederick’s Child Readers’ Choice awards, 24/7 Dance Studio offers the most demanded classes in the area. Keep your …

How many children attend camp each summer? According to the American Camp Association, 14 million kids and adults go to camp every summer. To understand why summer camps are so popular, Frederick’s Child asked several coordinators and directors from summer camps in the Frederick area to reflect on how going …

Tiffany Ellis is a labor and delivery registered nurse. What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? For me, the hardest part is not always being able to attend every activity my children have going on in their lives. When I was a stay-at-home mom, I always had …

Camp has become a staple of the summer season. Each year, millions of children, youth and adults head to the hills, lakes, valleys and parks to participate in this time-honored tradition. While most people easily conjure up images of campfires and canoes, there is a lot more to the experience. …