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Frederick
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local families can explore a variety of kid-friendly activities recommended by The Frederick Mom for the weekend of May 1 (suggesting engaging outings in Frederick). The curated ideas offer fun ways for parents and children to enjoy time together. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Calvin Dewitt Bellamy Jr., 44, died on April 22 after a rapid decline from advanced cancer, leaving behind an 8-year-old son. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 1 at New Dawn Baptist Church in Hyattsville. Daily Voice
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aldi will remove 44 ingredients from its private-label products by December 2027 and test a flexible store design at its 71 local outlets to boost product clarity. The grocer plans to open over 180 new stores by the end of 2026 + update its layout nationwide. Daily Voice
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Glenn Quader (innovative conductor) will lead FSO in a Pink Floyd-inspired performance later this season at a local venue, offering Frederick a fresh twist on classical music. Frederick News-Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Banner School (a private pre-kindergarten through eighth grade institution) in Frederick is asking for $600K in donations to prevent closure after over 40 years of service, with fundraising efforts underway. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Detrick will conduct a full-scale emergency response exercise today to test crew response to critical situations and recovery methods; employees and visitors may notice a heavier presence of first responders on the installation. WFMD
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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FAC Happy Birthday Video
In celebration of the Frederick Arts Council's 50th anniversary, we are documenting testimonies from those whose lives are made better by the arts and the work of the Frederick Arts Council, and we invite you to join us at the YMCA Ausherman Arts Center next Thursday, May 14th at noon to be featured on film sharing your powerful experience of the impact of the arts or a simple "Happy Birthday" to the FAC. This reel will be featured during the FAC's 50th Anniversary Gala on November 7th, with event details available at FrederickArtsCouncil.org.
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Oh Crit: Improv Comedy and Dungeons & Dragons
8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15.00 — Experience an epic evening of improv comedy intertwined with Dungeons & Dragons in a fun-filled adventure.
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Every Brilliant Thing
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — A heartfelt theatrical experience exploring the beauty of life through brilliant moments.
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Kids Expo 2026
12-4 p.m. — Nymeo Field At Harry Grove Stadium — Free entry — Explore family-friendly activities and services in Frederick while kids enjoy shirts, goodie bags, and meet mascots.
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