The art exhibition “Embodied: Intersectional Experiences of Womanhood” is on view at Frederick’s City Hall through April 3, curated by Jamie Gerhold and Jillian Abir MacMaster.
Mountainfilm on Tour, an annual showcase of films from the 2023 Mountainfilm festival, is set to return to Gettysburg College’s Majestic Theater for one night at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 19.
NEW YORK — Christopher Reeve’s children say they made a point to include all the complexities of their father’s life — his strengths and weaknesses — in the new documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” — because that’s what he...
After more than 30 years at Imagination Stage, founding artistic director Janet Stanford announced that she will depart the youth arts powerhouse in the summer of 2024.
Frederick County’s German heritage is on full display in the form of a holiday tree at the Maryland State House in Annapolis through the end of the month.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee whose most famous works skewered America’s food industry and who notably ate only at McDonald’s for a month to illustrate the dangers of a fast-food diet, has died of cancer. He was 53....
The movies Robert Eggers makes are deeply unpleasant. Sure, so are most horror movies. But the director’s films don’t merely include the grisly and ghostly. They showcase the most disgusting aspects of humanity and the human body.
Excellent service can elevate a dining experience, making guests feel welcome and valued. In the Frederick area, several restaurants are known for going above and beyond in creating a warm, attentive atmosphere that keeps patrons coming back. From fine dining...
Bands from across Maryland took the stage at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater on Saturday with different tunes but a common goal: to shred for the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County.
Toby’s Dinner Theatre in Columbia is presenting a tale as old as time, “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.” This enchanting production is onstage now through June 16.
The landscape of Frederick County's business community thrives on diversity and innovation, particularly through its minority-owned enterprises. These businesses not only contribute to the local economy but also enrich the community with their unique perspectives and services. The recognition of...
Throughout the world on the first of May, people celebrate the coming of summer with revelry to wake up the Earth from its winter slumber and induce it to fertility by singing, dancing, waving ribbons or hankies, clashing sticks, carrying...
It's been a tough year. Whether you've been wearily watching all the ongoing wars and conflicts throughout the world or recovering from the election results from last month, a lot of us have been through it. And all this just...
Common practice has people lining mantles with holiday cards come November and December, but Cheryl Thomas displays these paper greetings in a much more creative way — and for years to come.
Navigating the world of residential real estate can often feel daunting. According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly 90% of home buyers rely on a real estate agent for their home purchase, highlighting the vital role these professionals play...
Relive the magic of “E.T. The Extra Terrestrial” on the big screen accompanied by a live performance by the Shippensburg Festival Symphony Orchestra on July 20 at Luhrs Performing Arts Center, 475 Lancaster Drive, Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.
Slated for release in theaters on March 30, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” is a highly anticipated film for D&D gamers and fantasy adventure fans alike.
Whether it’s the scent of the food, the sounds of carnival rides or the sights of the animals, the Great Frederick Fair has become the event that means summer is closing out and fall is on its way.
Tax season: a time when even the bravest souls can feel adrift in a sea of forms and figures. But fear not, Frederick's finest tax preparers are here to chart a course through the tempest of 1040s and W-2s. They...
McDaniel College’s Art department displayed work by Art majors at the college, including Nia Roberts, of Frederick, in the first of two capstone exhibitions.
In Paris, the Pont des Arts was known for being decorated with thousands of padlocks attached to the bridge by couples who then threw their keys into the Seine River. However, today attaching locks to the bridge is illegal because...
Frederick, Maryland, is home to a vibrant scene of hair salons that are not just about haircuts but are bastions of style and creativity. Recognized in The Frederick News-Post’s Best of Best contest, these salons offer more than just hairstyling;...
Boomtown: A town undergoing rapid growth due to sudden prosperity. Look up the word "boomtown" in the Oxford Dictionary, and that's the result you'll find.
Father Time casts his long shadow over “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” and not just because the 42-year-old action-adventure franchise, now in its fifth installment, was already old-fashioned — a throwback to “Buck Rogers” and other serials of...
Eli Lev has made a life out of music. Despite earning a degree in English education, the Silver Spring singer has been on the road supporting his career in song, touring not just this country but the world over the...
The Columbia Orchestra will host the fundraiser Taste the Music of the Kentucky Derby at 7 p.m. May 3 at The Gathering Place in Clarksville. Guests will be treated to an evening filled with Derby favorites, bluegrass music, hot browns,...
It’s been 50 years since the family-friendly TV series “Little House on the Prairie” premiered on NBC. The series was loosely based on Laura Ingalls Wilder’s popular children’s book of the same name that chronicled her life growing up on...
It is tough to describe the Berkshires, the region in Western Massachusetts where you can experience the rich history, natural beauty, art and culture, great food and amazing adventures all in one destination.
There comes a time in everyone's life when they realize the Academy Awards are a joke. Maybe it was after a particularly egregious upset, like when "Crash" infamously beat "Brokeback Mountain" for the Best Picture trophy in 2006. Or it...
Rural Frederick County resident Dave Moreland has a long history of teaching and creating. He’s an artist and professor emeritus at Frederick Community College. Moreland’s most recent exhibition, “Gallery Transfigurations,” “demonstrates one direction in my art that began when I...
When the sun dips and workday woes wane, Frederick's finest bars beckon with happy hours that promise more bang for your buck and a buzz of communal cheer. It's a time when a pint-sized price can yield a gallon of...
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre continues its season with the Broadway classic “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” The toe-tapping musical comedy will open June 23 and run through Aug. 12.
Cyanotypes are one of the oldest photographic printing processes in the history of photography. Using coated paper and light, this process creates detailed plant prints surrounded by a stunning deep blue backdrop.
Alive@Five, a summer-long fundraiser for Downtown Frederick Partnership, continues this week with New Orleans zydeco music from Zachary Smith & The Mardi Gras Kings.
Many African American members of my generation who grew up watching “Good Times” reacted to the delayed news of the recent passing of John Amos as we would of a close relative.
The rise of women-owned businesses reflects a broader trend toward entrepreneurship and empowerment in the marketplace. According to recent statistics, women-owned businesses account for approximately 42% of all businesses in the United States. This shift not only showcases the diverse...
