Good morning, Frederick.

Frederick’s Veteran Services Center at Goodwill has extended its hours and added more service providers to help local veterans.

The expanded services will begin today—providing more accessible support in the community.

Today, Frederick Domino’s is teaming with the National Fire Protection Association and Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services during Fire Prevention Week to deliver surprise fire engine visits from 5 to 8 p.m. on pizza orders—homes with working smoke alarms get free pizza while firefighters check or install new alarms for others.

Frederick will host the Pillars concert—spotlighting hip-hop with roots in the Bronx since 1973—and feature local artists who bring fresh energy to the underground genre.

City officials in Frederick updated residents on several initiatives—traffic calming projects on Hillcrest Drive and Rosemont Avenue, and an upcoming freecycle round-up on October 18.

The updates also include a water main repair advisory on South Market St. and Monocacy Blvd that gives essential details for planning around these changes.

Frederick officials will soon test a short term traffic calming plan on Rosemont Avenue to slow speeding and improve safety.

The measures include temporary road signage and markings—steps that will help protect pedestrians.

Frederick City officials remind residents to plan to vote in the general election on Tuesday, November 4, where a mayor and seven council members will be chosen.

Early voting is available on October 24 and 25 at the Trinity Recreation Center (10:00 AM to 8:00 PM) and mail ballots must be postmarked by November 4 to be received by November 7.

During National Fire Prevention Week, Frederick County Fire and Rescue Services warns that lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices can start fires if dropped, damaged, or exposed to water.

Captain Lal urges residents to use approved batteries and chargers and to dispose of them properly — the advice is meant to keep homes safe.

Frederick County Health Department will hold a free flu shot clinic for uninsured children on Friday, Oct.

17th at its offices at 350 Montevue Lane from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Families must call ahead at 301-600-1733 — children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Frederick nurse Kim Wivell opened a support center for families facing infant loss and fertility struggles after losing her daughter Sophia Ann two years ago—she hopes the center will bring help to families during hard times.

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.

Frederick Reads Presents R. L. Stine

7-8:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the master of children's horror R. L. Stine as he shares behind-the-scenes stories and insights from his iconic career.