Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Frederick. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Service Center at Goodwill in Frederick will host an open house and resource fair on November 19th from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 1750 Monocacy Boulevard, Suite A—featuring over 20 veteran and first responder service providers to mark its three-year anniversary. WFMD
- ➤ A data center company behind the new campus near Adamstown donated a computer lab to the Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County—this donation boosts the club's ability to offer computer access for youth. Frederick News-Post
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The family-owned Maryland Christmas Show returns to Frederick for its 42nd season—bringing festive holiday displays and cherished local traditions to the area. Frederick News-Post
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Broadway Street is closed for road repairs—and local officials advise motorists to use alternate routes until the work is finished. City of Frederick
- ➤ Beth Woodring was named Acting Director of the Division of Economic Opportunity and will take over on November 21—she brings over two decades of experience in economic development and financial operations to support local businesses, according to the County Executive’s Office. WFMD
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A Motown Christmas Concert
2-3:30 p.m. — Weinberg Center for the Arts — All ages welcome — Celebrate the season with a high-energy holiday concert featuring iconic Motown hits and festive classics.
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Drinksgiving with Nicholas Paré and The JAGS
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Rockwell Brewery — Ticketed event — Enjoy a Thanksgiving weekend kickoff with electrifying rock music by Nicholas Paré and The JAGS.
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Sheppard Pratt Turkey Trot
8-11 AM — Baker Park — $50 entry fee — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run supporting local mental health services.
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Frosty Friday Celebration
8 AM – 1 AM — The Museum of Frederick County History at Heritage Frederick — Check out festive activities, including photos with Santa and cocktail tastings.
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Candy Cane Dash
1:30-4 p.m. — Baker Park, Frederick, MD — Entry fee proceeds benefit local charity — Enjoy a festive 5K dash to support Girls on the Run.
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5th Annual Hello Holidays Makers Market
10 AM – 2 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — Free entry — Shop from over 60 handmade vendors and enjoy delicious food from food trucks.
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Winter Wonderland Gala
The Cowork Frederick Foundation is hosting its third annual gala on December 10at Steinhardt Brewing Co, with food, drink, music, dancing, and a raffle for prize packages. Get your tickets using coupon code DAILY and connect with others while celebrating the season and raising funds for Cowork Frederick Foundation programs that support Frederick County small businesses.
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Met Comedy Night
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Maryland Ensemble Theatre — $15 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with short form improv from the Key City group.
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The Frederick Record Riot
10 AM-5 PM — Frederick Fairgrounds — $5 regular admission, $15 early admission — Discover a treasure trove of vinyl, CDs, and memorabilia at the massive record sale.
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Blood Donation Drive
Frederick County (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in partnership with the National Pan-Hellenic Council of the Greater Frederick Area and the American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Donation Drive. Give blood 12/16 and get TWO Amazon gift cards by email: $15 & $20 Amazon Gift Cards!
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