As the final resting place for Francis Scott Key, the man who came up with the phrase “bombs bursting in midair” in the national anthem, Frederick County knows how to put on a Fourth of July celebration. Frederick’s Child has complied a list of places that offer a bevy of …
Read More »Meet Frederick County Chef Chris Spear, Perfect Little Bites
Dozens of male chefs across Frederick County—the professionals behind the perfectly plated dishes—are fathers working to support their families. Frederick’s Child profiles Chris Spear of Perfect Little Bites to discuss his work and the secret ingredients he brings to fatherhood. Being a chef was the only occupation Chris Spear ever …
Read More »Celebrating Frederick County Fathers: Joshua Bollinger, Bollinger’s Restaurant
Dozens of male chefs across Frederick County—the professionals behind the perfectly plated dishes—are fathers working to support their families. Frederick’s Child profiles Joshua Bollinger of Bollinger’s Restaurant in Thurmont to discuss his work and the secret ingredients he brings to fatherhood. Joshua Bollinger’s family has a deep history of serving …
Read More »Saluting Frederick County Fathers: Brandon Sumblin, Safi Catering and Personal Events
Dozens of male chefs across Frederick County—the professionals behind the perfectly plated dishes—are fathers working to support their families. Frederick’s Child profiles Brandon Sumblin of Safi Catering and Personal Events to discuss his work and the secret ingredients he brings to fatherhood. Days before Brandon Sumblin became a dad of …
Read More »Celebrate Frederick To Host Annual Summer Concert Series
The chimes of the carillon bells will soon accompany other music folks will hear coming from Baker Park. Beginning June 5, Celebrate Frederick will host its annual Summer Concert Series on Sundays at 7 p.m. at the park’s bandshell for 12 weeks. This summer’s lineup includes a diverse …
Read More »Become Creatively Inspired at the Frederick Festival of the Arts
Whether it is seeing the intricate brush strokes of an oil painting, learning how recyclables can be turned into treasures or discovering unique angles to photographing everyday items, the Frederick Festival of the Arts offers the community, including kids, a great opportunity to take away a better understanding of …
Read More »Days End Horse Farm Offers Legacy Camp for Youth
Days End Farm Horse Rescue started its Legacy Summer Camp for juniors and youth (ages 7-17) a decade ago. The Woodbine-based nonprofit rescues and rehabilitates neglected horses and provides educational opportunities for the public to learn more about equine welfare and advocacy. “Our volunteer program is inclusive and open …
Read More »Summertime Means Carnival Season in Frederick County
Attending a carnival in the summertime is a beloved tradition for many Frederick County residents, and the 2022 carnival season in Frederick County is no exception. Children come for various rides and games. (Don’t let them play the goldfish games unless you have a tank ready at home!) Many …
Read More »30 for 30: Discover 30 Attractions, Businesses and Institutions That Have Served Frederick County for 30 Years or More
Hitting the big three zero is definitely a huge milestone for Frederick’s Child. To celebrate our anniversary, we put together a list of 30 attractions, businesses and institutions that have called Frederick County home for 30 years or more. When composing this list, we first looked at what venues are …
Read More »Memorial Day Weekend Events in Frederick County
As the start of summer inches closer, many residents look forward to the long Memorial Day weekend. Many area swimming pools will open their doors. Frederick County residents may head to the area beaches or host family and friends for a backyard get-together. However, Memorial Day is a federal …
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