Holiday

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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 | Open 8 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily Pinecliff Park is …

For around five decades, the Frederick County Society of Model Engineers (FCSME) called a small plot of land at 423 E. Patrick Street home. Its structure was not a building, but rather a historic train car that formerly transported thoroughbred race horses. The 70-foot long car was placed on a small set of railroad tracks. The nonprofit organization hosted regular …

  If you head to a majority of the local chain grocery stores, you are sure to see a number of pumpkins available for purchase. But, let’s be honest. Where is the fun in just grabbing one there and setting it beside the week’s groceries? Instead how about heading to a number of locally owned and operated farms to pick …

Click the images below to download this Top 10 calendar as a PDF. This roundup of family events appears in the October/November 2022 issue of Frederick’s Child.

Karina Goytia took over as administrator of the Frederick MD Food Truck Info page two years ago because she knew the value this resource could be for those working in the food truck industry. “On social media, you have to pay to do boosts and sponsored ads,” she says. “Some may be able to pay for them—some not. (The group) …

Shannon Flannery was also inspired to help when COVID-19 shutdowns began. Knowing that her friends in the restaurant industry were hurting, she began a meal train to raise money to pay for meals for those who had to work on the frontlines, including firefighters, police officers and supermarket workers. She decided to start Everything Frederick as a way to help …

When COVID-19 first shut down the world in March 2020, Sharyn Volpe decided to buy a takeout lunch from a friend’s catering service. Her friend was distraught because 90% of the catering events he was booked for had been canceled. As a way to bring him extra business, Volpe began advertising mid-week family meals on her community’s Facebook page. “We …

  When the Christmas music starts, the lights go up! These holiday light displays in Frederick County are running throughout the month—with some that came to life as soon as bellies were full of Thanksgiving turkey. Grab the family for festive illuminations. Discover neighborhood displays for charity, extensive displays you can drive through and illuminated spectacles for city decorating competitions. …

Shop for great children’s toys and support businesses in our Frederick community. Explore these gift picks from Bonnie Monnier of Dancing Bear Toys in downtown Frederick. Infant Dena Silicone Stackers These rainbow-shaped stackers allow for organic building and double as teethers. With multiple options to fit your budget, these stackers make the best gift for any baby. $49.99 Toddler Janod …