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‘Women Artists of the DMV’ add inspiration to Artspiration

“Special delivery” does not begin to describe the many treasures dropped off at 915 Toll House Avenue at the end of October. A 7-foot painting, ceramics and even an elephant made from chicken wire are just a few of the...

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Art Exhibits

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

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Frederick residents enjoy, critique FPD appearances on TV show

Local residents have rejoiced in and gathered online to watch the Frederick Police Department's recent appearances on a TV series that shows on-the-job police officers across the country.

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Frederick's The X Trio releases atmospheric jazz album 'Decorating Time'

Mark Lysher, bassist for the Frederick jazz outfit The X Trio, along with drummer Steve Olson and bassist/clarinetist Todd Marcus, recently released “Decorating Time,” a collection of songs that the group recorded at Blue House Productions in Silver Spring. We...

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Community joins together to use art to support local farms and provide fresh produce to families

Phylinda Moore is an artist and writer whose new painting series, “Harmonious Duality,” featuring Two Boots Farm, is being showcased at Sandbox Brewhouse in downtown Frederick through Sept. 22 for a cause.

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Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon live at Hub City

Chicago bluesman Toronzo Cannon and his band The Chicago Way are on tour to promote his third Alligator Records release, “Shut Up & Play!,” with a live performance at 8 p.m. July 25 at Hub City Vinyl in Hagerstown.

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Joe Chambers and Kevin Diehl will perform as the Onilu Duo at the Y Arts Center

Onilu Duo, featuring Joe Chambers and Kevin Diehl, will perform at 8 p.m. May 23 at the Y Arts Center in Frederick.

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Comics. Are. Not. Dead.

When I worked as a journalist for this newspaper, I became so very, very tired of hearing that my profession was either dying or dead. I’m experiencing the same fatigue when I hear that refrain about comics.

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‘Greatest Hits’ season concludes with Joan Cushing’s ‘Musical Miss Nelson is Missing!’

Imagination Stage concludes its “Greatest Hits” season with composer/writer/lyricist Joan Cushing’s “Miss Nelson is Missing!” The show started its run on June 20 and continues through Aug. 10, with weekday and weekend matinee performances.

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Marc Weinberg’s ‘Colors of Summer’ at TAG

Ah, summer! Most of us love summer, the season of sun, warm rain, vacations, mirth, love, flowers and foliage.

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The MET announces its 2024-25 season

The Maryland Ensemble Theatre announced their 2024-25 season at a standing room only preview party at Steinhardt Brewery recently. The upcoming season kicks off in September and will include hit titles, original works, and a bit of the bold.

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Wacky Cinderella show is great for getting kids back to live performances

‘The Commedia Cinderella,” presented by the Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s Fun Company, accomplishes so many goals parents have for their children’s entertainment, I hardly know where to begin.

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A visit with Motel Portrait

This is my first time writing an article for a publication. Fate has been kind to me, as the opportunity to do so came just around the time my good buddy Logan Wilms was releasing his first album — the...

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TAG artists present two exhibitions to the community

TAG/The Artists Gallery will showcase work by all members in April.

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Rae Boyd's voice, talent winning fans

All of Frederick County is buzzing about the local woman with the big voice and the big dreams who is knocking out the judges on the TV show “American Idol.”

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The 5 Best Craft Breweries Around Frederick

Frederick is a hotspot for craft beer lovers, boasting a diverse range of breweries that deliver bold flavors, inventive styles, and a strong sense of local pride. From small-batch creations to robust IPAs and traditional brews, these breweries bring something...

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Q&A: Tara Roberts Zabriskie on filmmaking, freelancing, and her upcoming documentary ‘EMpowered to Self Heal’

Driven by the art of storytelling and the power of connectivity, Tara Roberts Zabriskie's career is centered around her deep fondness of nature, science and history. The evidence is in her filmography — from "Defending the Dark" (2022), a documentary...

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Columbia Orchestra announces 2023-2024 season highlight

Columbia Orchestra recently unveiled its 2023-2024 season lineup, with a diverse array of performances that showcase the orchestra’s talents.

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Beachley & Windbeck release ‘My Delilah’

Huckleberry Records announces the release of “My Delilah,” a new single from Darren Beachley and Kyle Windbeck that blends heartfelt storytelling with traditional bluegrass power and harmony.

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What to stream this week

New films and series to stream this week.

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Look Ahead: Red Wing Roots Music Festival announces band lineup for June event

The 12th annual Red Wing Roots Music Festival recently announced the full artist lineup for 2025 festival. The festival will take place June 20 to 22 at Natural Chimneys Park in Mount Solon, Virginia.

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The MET’s FUN Company presents ‘The Commedia Princess and the Pea’

Maryland Ensemble Theatre’s FUN Company is excited to announce its upcoming production of “The Commedia Princess and the Pea,” a high-energy show for audiences of all ages.

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The 5 Best Places for Crabs Around Frederick

For many Marylanders, summer isn’t complete without a table covered in newspaper, a pile of steamed blue crabs and a group of friends ready to dig in. Crab season is more than a tradition — it’s a ritual that defines...

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The 5 Best Law Firms for Real Estate Law Around Frederick

When a real estate transaction is on the line—whether a purchase, refinance or commercial deal—having expert legal guidance can make all the difference. The Best of the Best in Frederick recognizes law firms that specialize in real estate law, offering...

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Clarence 'Frogman' Henry, the New Orleans R&B singer behind the 1956 hit 'Ain't Got No Home,' dies

New Orleans R&B singer Clarence “Frogman” Henry has died at age 87. In 1956, he recorded “Ain’t Got No Home,” finding almost instant stardom with the song in which he imitated a frog's voice. The song raced up the national...

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'Chevalier': The bad old days of the aristocracy never looked so good

Largely erased from classical music history because he was biracial, the 18th-century French Caribbean violinist and composer Joseph Bologne wrote concertos, sonatas and symphonies. But "Chevalier," a highly fictionalized account of Bologne's life, understandably concentrates on his opera "Ernestine." The...

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What to stream this week

New films and series to stream this week.

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What should we watch on Christmas Eve, what’s the best adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol,’ is Tim Allen America’s jerkiest Christmas jerk, and other very important questions of the season

There’s a movie for everyone during this most wonderful time of the year, from cutesy animated films like “Frosty the Snowman” (Hulu, Amazon Prime) to one of many adaptations of “A Christmas Carol.”

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In The Streets returns to downtown Frederick on Sept. 13

Celebrate Frederick’s annual In the Streets Festival will return to downtown Frederick on Sept. 13. This beloved celebration highlights the best of what Frederick has to offer, including art, food, entertainment and fun for all ages.

The 5 Best Places for Bingo Around Frederick

Bingo! In a world of high-tech gaming and VR, Frederick keeps it classic with the timeless thrill of bingo. From the spirited shouts of "B-4!" to the palpable tension of waiting on that last number, bingo nights are not just...

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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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FCC presents ‘Art-Hop, Project 2025’

Taurean Washington will present the exhibition “Art-Hop, Project 2025” from Sept. 6 to Oct. 1 in the Frederick Community College Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery. The show opens to the public with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept....

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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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The 5 Best Places To Camp Around Frederick

There’s something about sleeping under the stars that never goes out of style. Whether it’s the quiet hum of crickets, the smell of woodsmoke, or the first sip of coffee brewed over an open flame, camping offers an escape from...

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Ace Frehley, Kiss' original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss who captivated audiences with his elaborate makeup and smoke-filled guitar, has died. He was 74. Frehley's agent says he died peacefully Thursday surrounded by family...

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The 5 Best Pick Your Owns (Farm/Orchard) Around Frederick

There’s something timeless about picking your own produce — the crunch of a freshly picked apple, the scent of ripe berries on a summer morning, or the laughter of families searching for the perfect pumpkin. Agritourism has deep roots in...

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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 Pillars’ concert: Frederick hip-hop in the spotlight

Among the most innovative musical artforms rising from the underground, arguably hip-hop would vie for that distinction. From that fateful night in the Bronx in 1973, born from a lightning strike moment of DJ Kool Herc looping live breakbeats between...

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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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The 5 Best Places for Takeout/Curbside Around Frederick

Takeout and curbside dining have become part of Frederick County’s culinary DNA — a reflection of how people love great food but also value convenience and comfort. Whether it’s a family meal on a busy weeknight or a quick bite...

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The 5 Best Kid's Party Venues Around Frederick

When the birthday invites start rolling in, finding a venue that blends fun, safety and convenience can be the difference between a chore and a celebration. Studies show that 79 percent of parents rate venue amenities—themed space, party planning support...

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The 5 Best Nurseries/Garden Centers Around Frederick

There’s something inherently grounding about tending to plants — maybe it’s the quiet rhythm of watering, or the satisfaction of watching new growth emerge. Gardening has been shown to reduce stress, improve mood and even boost concentration, making it one...

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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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The 5 Best Places for Chicken Wings Around Frederick

Crispy, saucy and endlessly customizable, chicken wings have earned their rightful place among America’s favorite comfort foods. Whether drenched in spicy buffalo sauce, glazed with something sweet and smoky, or left plain and perfectly seasoned, wings are the kind of...