Good morning, Frederick.

Walmart announced the return of its annual Thanksgiving Meal Basket on Oct 21 and it includes over 20 items such as a Butterball turkey at 97 cents per pound—its lowest since 2019—that feeds 10 people for under $40.

The basket is available online and in stores with free express delivery for new Pickup & Delivery customers and will run through Christmas Day.

Frederick County’s Sustainability Commission and Division of Energy and Environment honored award winners at the Green Homes Program Recognition Event on October 20—recognizing local businesses, nonprofits, and individuals for their innovative efforts in conservation and environmental education.

Frederick County will host a meeting on broadband expansion on October 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Urbana Regional Library, where representatives from Shentel will discuss service availability, costs, timelines and construction plans for Glo Fiber in Ballenger Creek and The Meadow at New Market.

Frederick County Traffic and Permits Section announced that the Linganore Road closure has been moved near the Plantation Road intersection and will begin Monday, October 27th, lasting about five weeks weather permitting.

Detour signs will be posted along Maryland Route 144, Old National Pike, Boyers Mill Road, Gas House Pike, and Monocacy Boulevard — guiding drivers during the road realignment for the Westridge subdivision development.

A man who dropped off a raccoon at CARE Veterinary Center last week is receiving treatment to prevent rabies as the animal tested positive near Thurmont, the Frederick County Health Department said.

Officials warn anyone who sees an animal acting strangely to call local animal control—this follows a rise in rabies cases among local wildlife.

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.

Acton Children's Business Fair

12-3 p.m. — Downtown Frederick Partnership — $10 registration fee — Young entrepreneurs showcase their creativity by launching kid-run businesses at this vibrant marketplace.

Creative Hive Happy Hour

The Frederick Arts Council hosts a Creative Hive Happy Hour at Steinhardt Brewing Company, 340 E. Patrick St., Suite 100. Mingle with artists, arts organizations and arts aficionados. Free entry/cash bar. RSVP on Eventbrite

Tuba Skinny Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Check website for ticket info — Experience the joyous revival of New Orleans jazz with Tuba Skinny's soulful performance.

Movie Knight in November

7-9:30 p.m. — 7th Sister — Free entry — Experience an engaging showcase of short films from local filmmakers with interactive discussions afterward.

Virtual Graduate Admission Cafe

Discover how The Graduate School at Hood College can help you "go further," both personally and professionally. Join us virtually for the opportunity to learn about academic offerings and speak directly with program faculty, engage with Graduate School staff regarding admission and funding opportunities, and ask questions of current graduate students about their Hood College experience. Join virtually at either 12 PM or 5:30 PM ET on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/909527664?pwd=TGNOODJQVHd0d2orUUdMeVdPOGpqZz09 (Meeting ID: 909 527 664 | Passcode: 626412)

Hood Talks | Mental Health and Addiction

Join us for a free virtual Hood Talk webinar on Mental Health and Addiction. Learn how trauma, anxiety and depression can fuel substance use and how mental health therapy, medication and education can support sobriety by empowering individuals to build meaningful lives. Register at: hood.edu/hoodtalks