Daily
Frederick
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Frederick County & the city of Frederick are now Bee City USA communities that join a national network focused on protecting pollinators and expanding pollinator-friendly habitats. Frederick News-Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduates from Saint John's Catholic Preparatory School celebrated their achievements on Thursday afternoon at Plamondon Gymnasium, throwing caps high + sharing messages of faith, resilience, and community as they marked the end of their academic journey. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Hundreds of Frederick Community College graduates felt optimistic about their career paths as they celebrated graduation on Thursday, May 21; some reported already exploring new opportunities + building skills for future success. Frederick News-Post
- ➤ Frederick County Public Schools earned recognition as a Maryland District on the Rise in a national Education Scorecard analysis measuring post-pandemic recovery, with students learning 1.11 grade levels per year and ranking in the 97th percentile for reading recovery (and achieving four to five stars on nearly 73% of schools). WFMD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Whole Foods Market soup has been recalled after testing showed it may contain undeclared shrimp — a threat for those with shellfish allergies. Shoppers in our area and nationwide should return the 24-ounce product for a refund; no illnesses have been reported. Daily Voice
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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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Frederick Album Club: Loveless by My Bloody Valentine
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Dublin Roasters Coffee — Free entry — Engage in passionate discussions about the legendary album Loveless while enjoying coffee.
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Air Supply 50th Anniversary Concert
7-9 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — VIP packages available — Celebrate five decades of iconic harmonies with the legendary duo Air Supply.
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Jackie Venson Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — New Spire Arts Stages — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying blues-rock with Jackie Venson's captivating guitar and soaring vocals.
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Movie Knight in June
7:30-10 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free admission — Experience a showcase of short films from local filmmakers along with Q&A discussions.
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Comedy Pigs Improv Night
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15.00 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Frederick's beloved improv comedy team, The Comedy Pigs.
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Every Brilliant Thing
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Tickets start at $39 — Experience a heartwarming live show that audiences rave about.
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