Daily
Frederick
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers can attend a Visiting Angels recruitment event on Wednesday, May 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Frederick County American Job Center (200 Monroe Avenue in Frederick). WFMD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fourteen Oakdale High School students spent nearly the entire school year producing a podcast on a local Black history event that examines themes of justice and execution. The project underscores the school’s focus on thoughtful community learning. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ A two-year grant from Maryland State Department of Education’s Division of Rehabilitation Services will help local students with disabilities secure summer jobs, giving them a chance to gain valuable work experience. Frederick News-Post
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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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Every Brilliant Thing
7:30-9 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — Experience a can't-miss live performance that celebrates life's brilliance.
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Asia on the Creek Festival
12-5 p.m. — Carroll Creek Outdoor Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience vibrant cultural performances and delicious Asian cuisine at this family-friendly event.
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Freddie Long Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of soulful acoustic music from Freddie Long's dynamic repertoire.
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Every Brilliant Thing
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets starting at $39 — Experience the must-see live show that's capturing hearts in Frederick.
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Every Brilliant Thing
7:30-9 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets from $28 — Experience a captivating performance that promises to be a can't-miss event for the local community.
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