Good morning, Frederick.

Delaplaine Foundation awarded over $3.3M to nonprofits in 2025 (its largest single-year distribution in 24 years), marking a historic milestone in its ongoing support for community groups.

Local organizations may see new opportunities as the funds are allocated.

The Thurmont Lions Club is nearing its fundraising goal for a Gold Star Family Monument in Thurmont Memorial Park to honor families who lost loved ones.

The nonprofit plans to complete the tribute once the fundraiser reaches its target.

The Knights of Columbus St. John’s Council 1622 donated $1,000 each to L’Arche and ARC of Frederick County, totaling $2,000 to support local community services — a sign of their commitment to helping neighbors.

The National Museum of Civil War Medicine in Frederick has received a generous donation of rare Civil War medical artifacts and documents from a longtime friend who is an author and collector.

The donation will support the museum’s educational efforts (preserving important local history).

Gov. Wes Moore declared a state of emergency Friday to prepare for a winter storm forecast to begin today and continue through Monday.

The National Guard is activated to support rescue operations and transportation if needed.

A state budget proposal released Tuesday sets aside $4M in state funding (FY27) to replace Brunswick High School and modernize its facilities for students.

School officials will share additional details soon.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Candlelight: From Bach to The Beatles

8:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Tickets available — Experience a mesmerizing musical journey from classical Bach to beloved Beatles hits under candlelight.

Small Mouth Sounds

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Experience six strangers navigating their inner struggles at a silent retreat in this touching and humorous play.

Fox Haven Foragers: Year-Round Wild Food Workshops

9 AM – 12 PM — Fox Haven Farm and Learning Center — $450.00 — Discover the art of foraging and connect with nature through seasonal workshops.

Small Mouth Sounds

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 – $36 — Six strangers navigate their inner demons at a silent retreat in this humorous and compassionate play.

Galumpha

2-5 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Family-friendly pricing — Experience a fast-paced blend of acrobatics, visual effects, and physical comedy in a unique performance.