Specialty retail shops play a vital role in local economies, offering unique products that reflect the character and creativity of their communities. According to a 2021 survey by the National Retail Federation, nearly 70% of consumers prefer to shop at...
In today’s market of shifting office needs and evolving commercial-space demands, the Best of the Best highlights companies in Frederick that don’t simply lease or sell space—but shape environments and investment strategies for clients. Consider this: a strong commercial real...
Pascuala Ilabaca is a world music maestro. Hailing from Chile, she’s traveled the world, bringing her endless blend of culturally inspired music to dozens of countries. Her next stop, along with her band Fauna, will be at New Spire Arts...
When Phillips Saylor Wisor steps onstage with his guitar and banjo at Frederick’s Sky Stage on Aug. 23, it will be with the same mix of grit, warmth and storytelling that has carried him through nearly three decades of performing.
In the pursuit of healthy skin, having access to expert dermatological care is crucial. Dermatology practices in Frederick County, Maryland, have gained recognition for their commitment to patient-centered services and advanced treatment options. The finalists and winner of The Frederick...
Spreading joy throughout the community drives the first collaboration between the Spires Brass Band and the Frederick Chorale. The program centers on the theme of joy, highlighted by selections such as "Make a Joyful Noise," based on Psalm 98. Each...
For those looking for the premier spot to clinch a business deal or impress a client over lunch, Dutch's Daughter (above) rises to the occasion, earning its title as the winner in the Best Business Lunch category. With a menu...
Michelle Trachtenberg, the actor known for “Gossip Girl,” “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Harriet the Spy” died Wednesday. She was 39. New York City police say they responded to a call at a residential high-rise building in Manhattan found Trachtenberg...
Older adults who love to sing can join in song this fall with Encore Creativity for Older Adults, the nation’s largest choral arts organization for adults 55 and older. The fall season of singing is open for registration for all...
There’s something timeless about a good cookie. Whether it’s soft and chewy, crisp around the edges, or loaded with chocolate chunks, cookies are one of life’s simplest joys — the kind that remind people of childhood kitchens and late-night cravings....
Since early 2019, Frederick artist Erin Fostel has been creating a series that depicts the intimate spaces of women — specifically, their bedrooms. Working in graphite and charcoal, she portrays bedrooms as places where women can exist free from the...
“Laws of Man” is gritty and violent, while weaving the irrationalities of religion and war through a neo-Western action/thriller film. Multiple plot twists bend the mind as much as the LSD being dropped by the story’s Beatnik evangelical preacher.
Entrepreneur and filmmaker Ka Zarr Coleman has been plugging away at film and video production for almost two decades. He has a full-service media production company in Prince George’s County and hosts the bimonthly show KA ZARR's Spotlight of the...
The entire route leads through a lush forest, over two bridges, past a picturesque town, through a snowy wonderland, and then — most alarmingly — under a volcano that leads to a prehistoric land of dinosaurs. The route, of course,...
Joan Cutler has an impossible decision to make in “Eternity.” The newly deceased character, played by Elizabeth Olsen, has one week to decide who she wants to spend her afterlife with and two husbands lurking and hoping that she’ll choose...
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts exhibition “Art, Fashion, Symbol, Statement: Tattooing in America, 1960s to Today” showcases the iconic style of tattoo art.
Admiral Radio will bring an evening of rich harmonies to New Spire Arts at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6, with a performance featuring guitar, banjo, ukulele, harmonica, foot tambourine and shakers.
British police said they found Wednesday the man suspected of killing the wife and two daughters of a well-known BBC radio commentator near London in a brutal crossbow attack.
Joshua Davis not only figured out how to land a car by competing on “The Voice,” but he’s also seemingly mastered what life can be after the bright lights of the NBC singing competition go dark.
Navigating the streets of Frederick is a whole lot smoother thanks to the top-tier auto body shops that locals swear by. These shops, voted the finest by Frederick's discerning drivers, stand out for their impeccable craftsmanship, stellar customer service, and...
Jerry Seinfeld’s upcoming Netflix comedy will be featured during this weekend's IndyCar race at Long Beach as rookie Linus Lundqvist will drive a car painted to look like a Pop-Tart in recognition of the movie “Unfrosted.” Chip Ganassi Racing’s No....
The artists of the Over the Mountain Studio Tour will present their annual summer preview and sale July 11 to 13 at Evolve Shepherdstown, 106 W. German St., Shepherdstown, West Virginia.
The Carroll County Arts Council will present the inaugural Marcia L. Bogash Playwright Festival at 7 p.m. May 27 at the Carroll Arts Center in Westminster. The evening features staged readings of plays written by five Carroll County high school...
Ngaiire, a First Nations Papua New Guinean singer-songwriter who hails from the Eastern Highlands and New Ireland provinces of Papua New Guinea, will bring her electronic neo-soul, gospel and big pop sounds to the Weinberg Center for the Arts in...
Taylor Swift’s voice blasted out of speakers over the heads of her fans, known as Swifties, at the Rockwell Brewery Riverside’s Taylor Swift dance party on Sunday.
The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre has announced a change to its fall production for the 2025 season. The originally scheduled production of “Company” will be replaced with Ken Ludwig’s “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery.”
Marla Rose Vardaros is a 13-year-old multi-instrumentalist and singer who lives in Ijamsville. She also, just in time for the holidays, recently released her first-ever album, “Love For The Holidays,” which is filled with her take on some holiday classics.
The perils of the dating scene are vast, but there are horrors in long-term relationships too. With intimacy and commitment, there can also come codependency and even convergence. Once individuals, some couples start to dress alike, act alike and even,...
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater will present its first Theatre for Young Audiences performance of the year, “The Rainbow Fish Musical.” This classic tale opens March 2 at The Playhouse.
Frederick’s electronic music scene doesn’t always announce itself loudly, but it has a way of revealing momentum through consistency. On Jan. 23, that momentum takes shape at Frederick Social as Deepntact and Brain Dead Live come together for a six-DJ...
The White House says no final decisions have been made on President Donald Trump's call for tariffs targeting films made outside the United States. A spokesperson said Monday that the administration is exploring all options. The Republican president said Sunday...
Pizza is more than just a meal; it's a cultural phenomenon that brings people together over shared slices and stories. With roots tracing back to Italy, pizza has become a global favorite, celebrated for its versatility and endless combinations of...
LONDON — John Mayall, the British blues musician whose influential band the Bluesbreakers was a training ground for Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood and many other superstars, has died. He was 90.
In addition to its regular Mainstage Season, Way Off Broadway has become known for its special events throughout the year — notably, its interactive murder mysteries in which the audience gets involved and helps solve the case. As part of...
NEW YORK — Francine Pascal, a onetime soap opera writer whose “Sweet Valley High” novels and the ongoing adventures of twins Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield and other teens captivated millions of young readers, has died at age 92.
Before Volt became Thacher & Rye, its ground level space was utilized as an art gallery, Artique Underground. Exquisite work was displayed regularly in public exhibitions, curated by Nancy Pascale.
There aren’t too many teenagers who have a schedule as busy as LaVon “Prince” Thomas II. The 17-year-old Frederick High School senior, known as DJ Young Fresh Prince, is an in-demand DJ for his spins and mixing and has performed...
A $1.3 million effort to completely remake one of downtown Frederick’s most well-known pieces of public art is underway after required maintenance was not done for decades.
For the ninth consecutive year, the American Scholastic Press Association has recognized Frederick Community College’s literary and visual arts magazine, The Tuscarora Review, with a first-place award.
In the culinary playground of Frederick, some eateries have mastered the recipe for family-friendly dining: a pinch of patience, a dash of creativity, and a heaping spoonful of fun. These are places where the menu caters to taste buds young...
Few cocktails capture the spirit of celebration like a margarita. With its perfect blend of tart lime, smooth tequila and just the right hint of sweetness, it’s both refreshing and timeless. In Frederick, the search for the best margarita often...
