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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 …

Imagine a newborn lying on a mat and reaching for toys hanging overhead, a toddler building a tower of blocks and knocking them down—over and over again—or a child bouncing and catching a playground ball with peers. Each child is playing and learning at the same time. They are learning …

The secret to maintaining organization is simplicity. This point is never truer as it is when planning for a new addition to the family. It’s truly incredible how much time new parents will suddenly need to devote to clothing management for the tiniest of garments. The task might seem overwhelming …

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 …

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 …

We’re doubling the summer fun with an expanded calendar of events. Click below to download our June/July event calendar from the June/July 2022 issue of Frederick’s Child. 

  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 …

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 …

  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 …

  Dr. Seuss once asked his audience to wonder at all the places they would go. The theater is one place where folks can journey to see some of the beloved children’s author and illustrator’s most famous characters, such as Gertrude McFuzz, Horton the elephant, The Cat and the Hat …