Good morning, Frederick.

Frederick County officials attended the Maryland Association of Counties’ summer conference in Ocean City last week to discuss affordable housing and state and federal policy.

About 3,000 state and local government representatives gathered (including county leaders) to share ideas on policy challenges.

Ron Beattie, a mayoral challenger in Frederick, spoke in a podcast with The Frederick News+Post today+arguing against fees that let developers pay instead of upgrading city infrastructure ahead of the primary election.

Free Laundry Day

10 A.M. - 2 P.M. — Spot Laundromat — Free laundry services — Chat with Medicaid representatives while you get your laundry done.

Brunswick Community Festival

4:30-9 p.m. — Burkittsville Ruritan Club — Cost varies — Enjoy family fun with a petting zoo, games, and live music along with local food and auctions.

Frederick City Amateur Golf Championship

Two days — Clustered Spires Golf Club — Entry fee required — Compete in a 36 hole stroke play tournament flighted by handicap for amateur golfers.

Alive @ Five Festival Featuring Wild Planes

5-11 p.m. — Carroll Creek Outdoor Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by the New York rock band Wild Planes at this festive outdoor concert.

Free Lunch Event

10:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Frederick Rescue Mission — Free meal — Connect with Maryland Physicians Care and learn about Medicaid benefits while enjoying a free lunch.

Magic Show: Mystery & Mayhem

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Frederick Magic Theater & Lounge — Check event page for details — Enjoy an evening filled with mesmerizing magic and delightful pre-show experiences.

Alive @ Five with The Freddie Long Band

5-8 p.m. — Carroll Creek Outdoor Amphitheater — $6 — Enjoy an evening of live music and local cuisine at this vibrant outdoor happy hour.

Key Stage Grand Opening

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate the unveiling of MET's newly renovated performance space with a ribbon cutting and reception.

Afroflavor Festival

6 PM - 12 AM — 50 Carroll Creek Way, Frederick, MD — Details pending — Celebrate authentic African cuisine at this vibrant community festival.

Frederick Market Street Mile

9-10 a.m. — YMCA of Frederick County MD — Check the event page for details — A community running event supporting local runners since 1975.

Special Biomedical Science Lectures - Hood College Graduate School

Join us for two special lectures on both bioforensic analysis and biodefense analysis from two expert speakers in the industry.