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Kid-friendly events to get to this week

Looking for something to do with kids this week? Here are some ideas.

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Agatha Christie’s iconic mystery ‘The Mousetrap’ live onstage in Frederick

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre opened its 2025 season with one of the most iconic murder mysteries of all time, Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap.” The classic whodunnit opened Jan. 17 and runs through March 1 in Frederick.

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‘Creep. Cringe. Crunch.’ at FCC

Regional artist Samantha Nickey presents the exhibition “Creep. Cringe. Crunch.,” through Nov. 30 in the Frederick Community College Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery.

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Frederick's Jason Hannan gets back to his bluegrass roots

Jason Hannan has been a stalwart in Frederick County Americana music for years now. Along with his wife, Michelle, the two have fronted the country act One Blue Night for the past several years, but before that, he was part...

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Frida Kahlo-inspired table settings are displayed at annual museum fundraiser Tablescapes

Amazing Tablescapes, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts’ annual fundraiser, invites community members to create innovative, thematic table settings, and then asks the public to select their favorite.

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The bonding experience of watching a Taylor Swift concert from a parking lot

PHILADELPHIA — Daniela Mello, 29, was on Facebook recently when she spotted a thread from her neighborhood group: strategies about how to sneak into the Eagles football stadium for Taylor Swift’s sold-out Eras Tour. Maybe bribe an hourly employee, someone...

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Ceramic sculptures and more at TAG

Leslie King and Pat Scull will be featured at TAG/The Artists Gallery in October. Though both exhibits feature ceramic sculptures that reflect the artists’ unique interpretations.

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Cathy Wilkin exhibits intricate collages at TAG in Frederick

TAG/The Artists Gallery will feature work by Cathy Wilkin in the solo exhibition “Look at It This Way.”

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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‘You To Me’ will premiere in Frederick

A young couple’s relationship hits a breaking point when drugs are stronger than love. You can pour all your love and break yourself for another, and it might still not be enough.

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In the Streets will return to downtown Frederick for all-day festivities on Sept. 14

Celebrate Frederick’s 41st annual In the Streets festival returns to downtown Frederick on Sept. 14. This beloved celebration highlights the best of what Frederick has to offer, including art, food, entertainment and fun for all ages.

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World and jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer Tom Teasley talks about his recent projects

Multi-instrumentalist. Percussionist. Drummer. World and Jazz Music Connoisseur. You name it, and Tom Teasley has a little bit of it in him.

The 5 Best Live Music Venues Around Frederick

Live music venues serve as vital cultural hubs where communities come together to enjoy performances that inspire and entertain. A recent report from the National Endowment for the Arts highlights that nearly 50% of Americans attend live music events each...

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I’d like to thank the Academy for agreeing with me

It’s officially Oscar Season, when the entertainment world makes an outsized, congratulatory deal of itself, and when fans of movies don their snobbiest of metaphorical hats to wax poetic about the Merits of Film (capital M; capital F!) with as...

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Graffiti tower debate shows Los Angeles' contradictory relationship with street culture

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles has always had a contradictory relationship with graffiti and the street cultures that birthed it.

The 5 Best Women-Owned Businesses Around Frederick

The landscape of American business has seen a significant shift with the rise of women entrepreneurs. As of 2019, women-owned businesses accounted for 42% of all U.S. businesses—nearly 13 million—up 21% from five years prior, according to American Express's annual...

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In memory of beloved Frederick artist and writer Geraldine Lloyd

Like a lot of people I’ve become friends with, I met Geraldine Lloyd when I interviewed her for a 72 Hours story.

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The 5 Best Place To Camp Around Frederick

Camping enthusiasts in Maryland have no shortage of beautiful, well-maintained spots to immerse themselves in nature. Frederick County and the surrounding areas offer a variety of campsites, each known for unique features, from scenic mountain trails to family-friendly amenities. Honored...

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The 5 Best Nonprofits Around Frederick

Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in communities, addressing diverse needs and fostering social change. According to a report by the National Council of Nonprofits, nonprofits contribute more than $1 trillion to the U.S. economy and employ more than 12...

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Step Afrika! brings the power of stepping to Weinberg Center

Step Afrika!, one of the world’s most celebrated African American dance companies, will come to the Weinberg Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. April 26.

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‘Once Upon A Crime’ at the Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater

You are cordially invited to the tenth reunion of Grimm High School. Unfortunately, with three princesses and one philandering prince, things are likely to be less than cordial, and the odds of at least one person at this reunion will...

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Battle of the Bands will benefit Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County

Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County will host its third annual Battle of the Bands on May 10 from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Frederick Fairgrounds, Building 14. This year’s event is being held in partnership with Let...

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Kenneth Anger, influential avant-garde filmmaker and author, dies at 96

Kenneth Anger, the shocking and influential avant-garde artist who defied sexual and religious taboos in such short films as “Scorpio Rising” and “Fireworks” and dished the most lurid movie star gossip in his underground bestseller “Hollywood Babylon,” has died. He...

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Sculptor wants to represent artists and address affordability on City Council

For artist Sarah Hempel Irani, running for a newly created City Council district making up much of the northwestern section of Frederick is an opportunity to represent Frederick’s artistic community and improve affordability.

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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Art Exhibits

A calendar of art exhibitions in the area, updated weekly.

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Stories told in stitchery at Folk Art Museum's quilt exhibit

From simple geometric shapes to the intricately wrought details of daily life, the quilt designs in a show now running at the American Folk Art Museum show how powerfully this art form has told stories for centuries and been a...

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View art across the ‘Spectrum’ at TAG

Throughout January, TAG/The Artists Gallery will present the group exhibition “Spectrum,” which has no set theme but rather leaves interpretation to the artists and the viewers.

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Kyshona and Tablao Flamenco at New Spire Arts

New Spire Arts in downtown Frederick will present a series of distinct artists who bring thought provoking, dynamic and unique entertainment this fall.

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The NFL playoffs are prime time for digital piracy

The NFL playoffs are an exciting time for football fans to watch the chase for the Super Bowl. It was a uniquely American obsession that has increasingly captured the attention of live sports fans worldwide.

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Becoming Clark Griswold is holiday magic for ‘Christmas Vacation’ superfan

For many, “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” is a must-watch seasonal classic.

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The 5 Best Roofing Companies Around Frederick

Choosing the right roofing company is crucial for homeowners looking to protect their biggest investment. A well-maintained roof not only enhances curb appeal but also plays a vital role in energy efficiency and overall home safety. According to the National...

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New Market Lions present awards for Peace Poster

The New Market District Lions Club presented awards for this year’s Peace Poster Contest.

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The 5 Best Auto Dealer (New) Around Frederick

Finding the right auto dealer for your next vehicle purchase is crucial, and the Best of the Best contest has highlighted some exceptional options in Frederick. These dealerships have earned accolades for their outstanding customer service, extensive inventory, and commitment...

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‘Le Salon’ at TAG/The Artists Gallery

If you like variety, stop by TAG/The Artists Gallery in Frederick this month. The gallery offers its walls to the public once a year for its “Le Salon” exhibition.

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What to stream this week

New films and series to stream this week.

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Judith Kornett explores personal archetypes in solo show ‘Iterations’ at NOMA

“Iterations: Archetypes And Continuum” explores the nexus between imagery both old and new as explored by Judith Kornett, as well as her use of personal archetypes in their various iterations throughout her personal artistic continuum.

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Clothesline Project raises awareness about domestic, intimate partner violence

When people come through the main entrance of Hood College’s Whitaker Campus Center, they’ll first see many white T-shirts hanging from the stairwell in the center’s atrium.

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The plot to attack Taylor Swift's Vienna shows was intended to kill thousands, a CIA official says

BERLIN — The suspects in the foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna earlier this month sought to kill “tens of thousands” of fans before the CIA discovered intelligence that disrupted the planning and led to arrests, the...

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Hip-hop artist Demetrius on how he got into music, potentially ripping off Wale, and his love for R&B

The man goes by the name Demetrius, and he is one of Frederick’s most renowned writers … or poets … or artists. Whichever it is, we recently caught up with him to talk about those distinctions, his relationship with music,...

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This Ohio museum shows that TV is older than you might think

he history of television began long before millions of people gathered in front of their black-and-white sets and fiddled with the antenna and horizontal hold to watch Lucy, Uncle Miltie and Howdy Doodie.

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Hiram Kasten, comedian and ‘Seinfeld’ regular, dies at age 71

Prolific comedian and actor Hiram Kasten, known for turns on “Seinfeld” and other sitcoms, has died. He was 71.

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Frederick Experimental Music Association brings internationally acclaimed trio Thumbscrew to Frederick

In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, Thumbscrew, the internationally acclaimed trio of guitarist Mary Halvorson, bassist Michael Formanek and drummer Tomas Fujiwara, will perform at New Spire Stages at 8 p.m. April 29.

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Masters of their crafts showcase art at annual festival

White tents lined Carroll Creek Sunday, with treasures of all kinds inside them.

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Live music at Sky Stage this weekend

This week at Sky Stage, Wild Whispers will perform with Griefcat on May 27, and a Benefit Concert for Frederick Community Fridge will bring a lineup of local bands to the stage on May 28.

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Frederick police to be featured on TV documentary series

The workings of the Frederick Police Department will be featured on a national TV documentary series.

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The Duality of Dave Newhouse: The English teacher who doubled as a member of prog-rock band The Muffins

The 5.8 magnitude earthquake rattled Frederick County, leaving educators at New Market Middle School wide eyed and shaken as they were prepping for the upcoming school year.

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HALLOWEEN RECITAL

The Frederick County Music Teachers Association held its annual Halloween music recital Oct. 26 at Christ Reformed United Church of Christ in Middletown. Eighty-two music students performed their spooky music, most dressed in costumes, in three afternoon recitals. Pictured from...

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‘Thresholds’ exhibition features Sean Riley and April Pauza at King Street Gallery

Montgomery College’s Visual & Performing Arts Department of the Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus is hosting “Thresholds,” an exhibition featuring artists Sean Riley and April Pauza at the King Street Gallery.

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Relive the timeless hits of ABBA

I remember ABBA so well. Like a shooting star, the Swedish pop group came and went quickly. They burst on the scene in 1974 with a unique sound that featured rich female harmonies with backing vocals from a couple of...