Friday, March 28th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Frederick County is growing fast but many residents want to set rules for new homes and roads to keep the area's historic charm—Livable Frederick and the Rustic Roads Commission are working on a master plan focused on affordable housing, green infrastructure, and preserving narrow two-lane roads at 35-mile-per-hour speeds. DC News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ McClintock and a local partnership plan to turn an unassuming space on South Carroll Street into a food hall along the creek — a project that will offer new dining options and a community gathering spot in Frederick. Frederick News-Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City Hall hosts the Youth Perspective Exhibition showcasing work by Frederick youth (ages 2 to 24) to highlight their creative voices in our community. City of Frederick
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Frederick County Board of Education member Colt Black is again calling for the school board president to resign—he said the change is needed to improve board leadership. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Frederick Police Chief Jason Lando said he plans to create a full-time traffic unit by adding a supervisor and several officers as staffing grows. He is also exploring the purchase of noise cameras to enforce the noise ordinance—testing their effectiveness before a final investment is made. WFMD
- ➤ The Frederick City Council voted unanimously yesterday to add catering as a permitted use in mixed-use zones — a decision that expands local business options. Frederick News-Post
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Ambrosia Live Concert
9:30-11:30 p.m. | Weinberg Center for the Arts | $45-$75 | Experience timeless hits from a Grammy-nominated band that defined an era.
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Kevin McCaffrey Live Show
7 PM - 1 AM — Cellar Door Restaurant — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughter with New York City comedian Kevin McCaffrey.
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Paranormal Cirque III
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — Ticketed event — Experience a thrilling showcase of talent in a unique paranormal-themed circus.
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The Comedy Pigs Improv Show
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15.00 — Enjoy a night of spontaneous laughter with the region’s longest-running improv troupe.
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RED BULLETT BAND Live on Stage
8-11 p.m. — Rockwell Brewery — Free entry — Experience a night of music inspired by punk and classic rock legends with a unique sound.
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Wild Trail 5K & 10K
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — ThorpeWood — Free for club members — A beginner-friendly trail race offering a scenic course and a fun community atmosphere.
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Homeschool History: Paints
1-3 p.m. — Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums — Educational fee applicable — Discover the historical significance of paints during the American Revolution in this engaging class.
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Asleep at the Wheel Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Weinberg Center for the Arts — $27-$42 — Experience the legendary Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel bringing Western swing and honky-tonk sounds to Frederick.
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Maryland Apple Blossom Cider & Mead Festival
3-8 p.m. — Linganore Winecellars — Early bird tickets available — Celebrate local craft cider and mead while enjoying artisans, music, and food trucks.
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Brazilian Soccer Open Spring Break Camp
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Ballenger Creek Park — Not specified — Enhance soccer skills and build friendships with professional Brazilian coaches through fun and cultural activities.
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