Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
Good morning, Frederick.
On Friday, October 10, Family Partnership will hold its 35th anniversary open house from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 8420 Gas House Pike—local residents are invited to learn about its services, meet staff and community leaders, and celebrate the milestone.
A local woman known as a 'mother’s mother' cared for Frederick children and earned the community’s admiration for her genuine compassion.
Neighbors continue to honor her legacy as a model of kindness.
Fatai Ariori died unexpectedly on Sept.
28 and his family is working to return his body to Cotonou—Benin for burial in line with his final wish. They are asking the community for support to help cover repatriation, funeral, and burial expenses for his wife and children.
Frederick Youth Council members worked on mental wellness and community projects while brainstorming designs for a future youth center + volunteer work remains a top priority for local efforts.
Old Frederick Road reopened today after the Division of Public Works completed repairs to the historic Loys Station Covered Bridge—damaged when an over-sized vehicle struck it and the south over-height warning portal.
The repairs restore safe travel between New Cut Road and Md. Route 77.
Harvest Moon Tea Ceremony & Custom Tea Crafting
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — The Simple Life - Metaphysical Marketplace — $ — Celebrate the Harvest Moon with a tea ceremony and create a custom blend infused with your intentions.
Autumn Reggae Wine & Music Festival
10 a.m.–6 p.m. — Linganore Winecellars — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live reggae tunes and sample over 20 different wines from local vendors.
Construction Career Day
6 a.m. — Frederick Keys — Free entry — Explore construction, engineering, and architecture careers with hands-on activities and industry professionals.
Key City Thrift Expo
12-5 p.m. — Frederick Fairgrounds — $10 general admission, VIP options available — Explore a treasure trove of vintage finds, art, and music from 75+ unique vendors.
Plant Tour at Equipment Development Co.
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — EDCO - Equipment Development Co, Inc. — Free entry — Explore the innovative facilities of a family-owned industry leader since 1959.
An Evening with Priscilla Presley
7:30-9 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt memories and never-before-seen footage from Priscilla's life with Elvis Presley.
HOOD Talks Lecture Series: Mindful and Intuitive Eating
Learn how to eat with more awareness, reduce emotional eating, and enjoy food without guilt from licensed nutritionists. Hosted by the The Graduate School at Hood College.
Vitaly: An Evening of Wonders
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience mind-bending illusions that challenge perception and bring imagination to life.
Frederick FiberFest 2025
9 AM – 4 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Celebrate all things fiber with 130+ vendors, great food, and family-friendly activities.
Bachtoberfest Concert
5-9 p.m. — Evangelical Lutheran Church — Free will offering — Enjoy a collaborative concert featuring choirs from Downtown Frederick churches followed by a German-inspired dinner.
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