Presto Chango: Magic as a Performing Art
When you think about the performing arts, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s a gifted actor, graceful ballerina or talented trumpet player. Theater, dance...
Ask the Expert: Proper Diets for Young Athletes in Frederick
Being an athlete isn’t just about getting proper exercise — it’s about eating right. Children who play sports or are otherwise physically active may...
Time To Party: 8 Fantastically Festive Books for Kids
Birthday parties and celebrations are a big part of childhood! These stories about the fun and mayhem that often accompany planning the perfect party...
Poll: Where Do You Like To Grocery Shop Around Frederick, MD?
Frederick families, we have a new feature on frederickschild.com! Go to our polling page, frederickschild.com/poll to answer a question each month about parenting, family...
Maryland Governor Announces Funding to Cover November SNAP Benefits
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced Monday, Nov. 3, that $62 million from state funds will be used to fund SNAP benefits for Maryland residents...
First Up: Family-Friendly News in Frederick County in June
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition Secures Legislative Victories for Marylanders with Disabilities
The Maryland state legislative session for 2025 was an especially successful one for the...
World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo Provides Solutions for Families
Families of kids with disabilities are probably all too familiar with the struggles of going shopping. They search high and low for clothing that’s...
Wild & Wonderful: 5 Towns to Explore in West Virginia
In West Virginia, there remains something that does not exist in most of the rest of the country, especially in the East: under-traveled beauty....
First Up: Family-Friendly News in April and May
Frederick Community College Child Care Center Closing in May
A child care center operated by Frederick Community College for 30 years is closing this May.
In...
Frederick County Board of Ed Approves Anti-Censorship Library Policy
The Frederick County Board of Education recently approved a new policy regarding its school libraries in a 4-2 vote.
The policy in question, Policy 501,...









