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Thursday, January 8th, 2026

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Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Frederick County’s Solid Waste and Recycling now accepts Christmas trees and wreaths only at the Reichs Ford Road facility at 9031 Reichs Ford Road until Jan. 31 from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Trees must be natural and decoration-free (to reduce contamination concerns).  Frederick County

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Frederick Planning Commission will review proposals for a development with 100 townhomes, medical offices + a Carvana warehouse on Monday.  Frederick News-Post

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Learn to Salsa

    4-6 p.m. — The City of Frederick Parks and Recreation — Fee required — Discover the vibrant world of salsa dancing and enhance your rhythm and footwork skills.

    Sun, 1/11/26

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  • Free Chair One Fitness Class

    Time not specified — Homewood Patio Homes at Frederick — Free — Enjoy a seated, music-driven full-body workout suitable for all abilities, especially seniors and those recovering from injury.

    Wed, 1/14/26

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  • Swan Lake - International Ballet Stars

    7-8:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Ticket prices start at $86 — Experience a timeless ballet classic performed by international stars.

    Thu, 1/15/26

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  • The Unholy Three Screening

    3:00 – 4:26 PM — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the classic silent film accompanied by live Wurlitzer organ music and an introduction to its cinematic legacy.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • The Prom

    7-10 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets required — Witness a transformative story of love and acceptance with a charming mix of Broadway flair and student talent.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • Rocks at The RAK - Rockin' Raptors

    6 PM - 12 AM — RAK Brewing Co — Enjoying drinks and learning about raptors while rocking out with live music.

    Tue, 1/27/26

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  • Higher Education Live Show

    7-10:30 p.m. — Sandbox Brewhouse — Ticket info not specified — Experience a night of energetic music with Higher Education, Ritchie Royale, and Marshall Fuzz.

    Sat, 1/31/26

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  • Maryland Agricultural Commercial Pesticide Conference

    8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Frederick County 4-H Camp & Activities Center — Registration required — Earn continuing education credits while networking with fellow pesticide applicators and landscape contractors.

    Tue, 2/3/26

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  • Movie Knight Showcase

    7-9:30 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free entry — Experience a showcase of local short films and engage in post-film discussions with filmmakers.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • Daddy Daughter Dance

    7:30 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — Parent and Child $70, Additional Child $35 — Dance under the stars while creating magical memories with your starlet.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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REAL ESTATE

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