Good morning, Frederick.

Local officials confirmed that the tribute to fallen firefighters will proceed in Frederick despite a halt in Homeland Security funding from the ongoing partial shutdown.

The event will honor service and sacrifice as planned.

Officials unveiled a memorial mural and plaque at Veteran Services Center today to honor local service members—restoring a tribute that had been removed and upset some families.

Frederick County Board of Education will vote today on a lease that allows Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter School to use the Yellow Springs Elementary School building.

The Frederick County Division of Planning and Permitting has received applications for six new solar power facilities in recent months, with proposals now under review.

Frederick and eight other Maryland counties have been declared natural disaster areas by the USDA amid ongoing drought — federal authorities have opened an eight-month loan window for farmers to ease crop losses as relief may come if wetter weather arrives soon.

Frederick County launched the Forever Farmland Signage Program to honor local farmers who permanently preserved their land.

The signs will be placed on preserved farms throughout the spring + landowners may contact the Office of Agriculture for pickup or delivery.

Fernando Martinez died suddenly on Friday, April 17 in Greenbrier after suffering a ruptured aorta and leaving behind two children; friends have now launched a fundraiser to cover funeral costs + support his repatriation to Puerto Rico.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of hilariously relatable material from teachers on 'The Struggle is Real!' tour.

Transforming Lactation Care

8 AM - 4:30 PM — Frederick Health Village — Cost not specified — Explore the latest trends and skills in lactation care with local professionals.

36th Annual Children's Festival

10 AM – 3 PM — Baker Park — Free entry — Experience hands-on activities from over 60 childcare centers and organizations for young children.

Eric Byrd Trio Concert

6 p.m. — New Spire Arts Stages — Donations encouraged — Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with a musical journey from Ragtime to Right Now featuring The Eric Byrd Trio.

Frederick Mother’s Day Craft & Vendor Market

11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Francis Scott Key Mall — Free entry — Celebrate moms with local vendors, delightful treats, and thoughtful gifts.

Cathy Ladman Comedy Show

3-5 p.m. — New Spire Arts Stages — Tickets available — Experience sharp, relatable stand-up and storytelling from acclaimed comedian Cathy Ladman.

She Knows All the Names Book Release

6-7 p.m. — Urbana Regional Library — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a YA novel set in Ancient Egypt with author Michelle Jabès Corpora.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Visitation Hotel Frederick — Check the website for ticket prices — Enjoy a magical evening of Fleetwood Mac classics illuminated by candlelight.

Off-Key: An Improvised Musical

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 — Experience a one-of-a-kind musical performance created from audience suggestions with live music.

Arthur and Friends Make a Musical!

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $17 – $20 — Join Arthur and friends in a fun, family-friendly musical where being yourself takes center stage.