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Esperanza Alzona Selected for Participation in Expanding Horizons Exhibition at Loveland Museum

Loveland, Co., Aug. 14, — Esperanza Alzona has been selected into the American Women Artists international exhibition Expanding Horizons. The exhibition opened on Sept. 14 at the Loveland Museum at 503 N. Lincoln Ave., Loveland, Colorado, 80537.

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Jukebox Heroes Live at the Weinberg Center

The Mahoney Brothers “Jukebox Heroes Live” features show stopping impersonations of many of the legendary musical acts of the past 50 years. The show includes tributes to The Beatles, Willie Nelson, Neil Diamond, Billy Joel, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis...

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The 5 Best Mexican Restaurants Around Frederick

For those who crave authentic Mexican flavors, Frederick is home to some exceptional Mexican restaurants that bring vibrant spices, fresh ingredients, and traditional recipes to life. From sizzling fajitas and flavorful tacos to homemade salsas and refreshing margaritas, these restaurants...

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Feel the beat of West African drumming in Urbana

Ayanna Gallant is on a mission to bring West African drumming to Frederick County.

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Veteran character actor John Beasley, who appeared in the TV drama 'Everwood,' dies at 79

John Beasley, the veteran character actor who played a kindly school bus driver on the TV drama “Everwood” and appeared in dozens of films dating back to the 1980s, has died. He was 79. His manager, Don Spradlin, says Beasley...

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Carroll Arts Center’s fall event season: Films, comedy, music, exhibits, theater

Fall head over heels during the Carroll County Arts Council will present a lineup of movies, close-to-home talent and spooky festivities this fall, with all events being held at the historic Carroll Arts Center in Westminster.

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‘NEWBODIES/NOBODIES’ explores the relationship between the body, presence, tech and mortality

King Street Gallery at Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus presents “NEWBODIES/NOBODIES,” a cultural exchange and international synchronous group exhibition in conjunction with CICA Museum, South Korea.

The 5 Best Places for Fine Dining in Frederick

Fine dining is an experience that transcends the simple act of eating. It's an art form where every element, from the ambience to the ingredients, is curated to deliver an exquisite symphony of flavors and serviceIn Frederick, these upscale eateries...

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The 5 Best Pest Control Companies Around Frederick

When it comes to maintaining a healthy living environment, effective pest control is essential. In fact, nearly 14% of Americans have experienced a pest problem in their homes, highlighting the importance of professional services. Frederick County residents have a range...

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Gene Hackman, 2-time Oscar winner, found dead with his wife and dog in Santa Fe home

LOS ANGELES — Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor who brought a flinty menace to films such as “Bonnie and Clyde,” “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven,” was found dead Wednesday along with his wife in New Mexico, authorities said. He was...

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Way Off Broadway celebrates the holiday season with ‘Christmas Chronicles’

As the Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre prepares to close out its 30th anniversary season, the theater will celebrate the holidays this year with “Christmas Chronicles” opening Nov. 22.

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Q&A: Steven Gellman releases album 'All You Need'

Steven Gellman has been around the Maryland music scene for years — so many years that he’s already up to his 10th studio album, “All You Need,” which was released earlier this month. We recently caught up with Gellman to...

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The Festival of the Arts will welcome 150 artists and crafters to downtown Frederick

The annual Festival of the Arts in downtown Frederick provides attendees the opportunity to meet each artist and crafter and discover the inspiration and process behind their creations.

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The 5 Best Distilleries/Cideries/Meaderies Around Frederick

Frederick County is home to a thriving craft distilling scene, where distilleries, cideries, and meaderies are pushing boundaries with innovative flavors and locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're a fan of traditional spirits, enjoy sipping on fruit-infused ciders, or prefer the...

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Heather Aubrey Lloyd brings Janis-meets-Joni vocals to New Spire Arts

Singer-songwriter Heather Aubrey Lloyd will take the New Spire Arts stage at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 6.

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Harriet Wise examines phases of life in Frederick in her photography exhibition at Hood College

A woman stands shoulder-deep in the dark lake water. In her arms she holds a baby aloft, tiny feet dangling just above the surface. The baby is excited but appears to trust the woman and is happy in the game....

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Helping artists thrive, bringing communities together: ‘The Best Local Art of 2024’ in Hagerstown

Art has a way of impacting people, and though it can be subjective, it can bring communities together.

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'Welcome Tree' installed at the Delaplaine Arts Center garden along Carroll Creek

A new public sculpture titled “Welcome Tree” was installed May 27 to 29 in the Delaplaine Arts Center garden along Carroll Creek Linear Park in downtown Frederick. The piece joins two existing sculptures in the creekside garden, completing a trio...

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Has the spark returned to Frederick’s music scene?

A couple weeks ago, I played a show. Coming out of the performance, a few things stood out to me. One, it sure is fun playing music to a crowd with your friends. Two, the new(ish) stage at Olde Mother...

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The MET presents the premiere of of Sarah Shulman’s ‘A Very Jewish Christmas’

Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present the world premiere of Sarah Shulman’s original family dramedy, “A Very Jewish Christmas.” This heartwarming and hilarious holiday production centers on a Jewish-Catholic family as they navigate the tensions and surprises that arise during their...

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Photographer who captured horrifying images of Challenger breaking apart after launch has died

Bruce Weaver, a Florida-based photographer who captured a definitive image of space shuttle Challenger breaking apart into plumes of smoke and fire after liftoff, has died. He was 77. A statement released by the North Brevard Funeral Home says Weaver...

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Sandbox Brewhouse hopes to provide beer, music — and a space for dogs

Who knew that the intersection between dogs and art could be beer?

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Barnstormers docents learn to ‘read’ historic barns in Utica and Creagerstown

When the team of nearly three dozen volunteer docents reported for training to learn how to guide visitors through this year’s 16th annual Barnstormers Tour and Plein Air Paint Out, they were taught how to “read” the historic barns that...

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Let's Get Metaphysical: Cynthia Scott presents ‘The Oracle’ at Y Arts Center

It was a neighbor who introduced Cynthia Scott to tarot cards, and that might have been fate.

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HCC students will perform 'Anything Goes'

Hagerstown Community College students will perform the musical “Anything Goes,” as their spring production. The show will be held at 7 p.m. April 25 and 26, and 2 p.m. April 27, in HCC’s Kepler Theater.

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Can you guess Olympians' warmup songs? World's top athletes share their favorite tunes.

Curious about which songs are fueling the Olympians competing in Paris? The Associated Press has an idea.

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Happiness doesn't come easily to the 'happiest man on Earth'

A first glance at this year’s Contemporary American Theater Festival lineup could leave one feeling somewhere between baffled and offended. The mere idea that a show about a Holocaust survivor could be called “The Happiest Man on Earth” would strike...

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The 5 Best Retirement Communities Around Frederick

Selecting the right retirement community is an important decision for many individuals and their families. With a growing number of older adults choosing to downsize, the options can be overwhelming. According to the National Institute on Aging, about 10,000 baby...

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The enduring family trauma behind 'Killers of the Flower Moon'

Margie Burkhart can’t remember a time when she didn’t know about the murders. As a girl growing up in the 1960s, she would sprawl across her bed and listen to her father talking with her mother and aunt around the...

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All-County High School Music Festival displays students' dedication

The halls of Gov. Thomas Johnson High School were filled with the overlapping sounds of singing, string instruments and high school chatter on Saturday.

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What to stream this week

New films and series to stream this week.

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The National Museum of Civil War Medicine on Apple TV’s ‘Manhunt’ and the story of Lincoln’s assassination

It’s a scene that has haunted the pages of American history books and classrooms for a century and half. Venerated President Abraham Lincoln slumped over in the Presidential Box at Ford’s Theatre in D.C., suffering from a gunshot wound to...

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Heavy, hilarious, joyful and weird: MET previews its upcoming season

Attending a theater company’s live season preview is better than simply reading the online summaries of upcoming shows — for several reasons.

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Sly Stone, leader of funk revolutionaries Sly and the Family Stone, dies at 82

Sly Stone, an electrifying musician, songwriter and showman whose Sly and the Family Stone transformed popular music in the 1960s and ’70s, has died. He was 82. His time on top was brief, from roughly 1969 to 1971, but his...

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Brunswick artist looks to showcase empathy in sculptural pieces and murals

A Brunswick resident’s artwork has been featured in personal and public collections throughout the country, and she has no intention of stopping.

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The MET presents black comedy ‘The Beauty Queen of Leenane’

Beginning this month, the Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present “The Beauty Queen of Leenane,” an intimate and pitch-black comedy by Martin McDonagh, best known for “The Lieutenant of Inishmore” and recent film “The Banshees of Inisherin.”

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Walkersville Library patrons learn about Bollywood dancing

ZIND Performing Academy, a Bollywood dance studio in Frederick, hosted a Bollywood dance workshop at Walkersville Branch Library on Sunday, teaching participants a short dance routine and some facts about the dance style’s history.

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Bluegrass legend and banjo player Tony Trischka in Sykesville

Tony Trischka is considered the consummate banjo artist and one of the most influential banjo players in the roots music world. For more than 50 years, his stylings have inspired a whole generation of bluegrass and acoustic musicians — everyone...

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Meet Frederick's biggest Pearl Jam fan

Brian Stipelman isn't just the associate vice president for academic affairs and dean of liberal arts at Frederick Community College; he's also an author. And a Pearl Jam fan.

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Leslie Home Gallery – 2022 WINNER FOR BEST HOME DECOR/FURNISHINGS

WHAT MAKES FREDERICK A GREAT PLACE TO DO BUSINESS?

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'You’re gonna need a bigger boat': Jaws celebrates 50 years

Has there ever been a more famous quote from a movie? A few may come to mind, but I’ll wager none serve to sum up the shocking, new-found peril faced by the protagonists like this famous one in the classic...

The 5 Best Cardiology Practices Around Frederick

Frederick, Maryland, is home to leading cardiology practices recognized for their exceptional patient care, advanced diagnostic tools, and comprehensive treatment options. These practices, spotlighted in The Frederick News-Post’s Best of Best contest, are distinguished by their commitment to cardiovascular health...

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Matthew Lewis, Pulitzer-winning Washington Post photographer, dies at 94

Matthew Lewis, a Washington Post photographer who won the Pulitzer Prize for his portfolio of Washington-area personalities and ways of life and who became the newspaper’s first Black assistant managing editor, died Oct. 2 at his home in Thomasville, N.C....

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Actor Chad McQueen, son of Steve McQueen, dies at 63

Chad McQueen, an actor known for his performances in the “Karate Kid” movies and the son of the late actor and race car driver Steve McQueen, has died. He was 63.

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They’re coming to get you, Barbara

Most college students spend their summer breaks flipping burgers or working retail. But this past summer, a trio of Urbana High School graduates had their hands deep in blood, guts and brains.

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