Good morning, Frederick.

The Veteran Service Center at Goodwill Industries in Frederick is expanding its outreach to Veterans and First Responders with two free weekly programs that offer a Monday morning coffee gathering and a Friday hot breakfast+optional Bible study for those who seek support.

The center welcomes service members, Veterans and their families without needing advance registration at 1750 Monocacy Blvd.

Middletown High School business students created their own brands and businesses in a class project — earning awards for their hard work.

The project showcased their creativity and skill while preparing them for future opportunities.

Middle school students at Mother Seton Catholic School (Emmitsburg) earned awards for their Science Fair projects.

Farmers from Frederick, Carroll and Baltimore counties challenged the Maryland-Piedmont Reliability Project in a Baltimore federal courtroom on Tuesday — saying the project violates their property rights — while supporters stressed that the project is needed to deliver power to data centers in Virginia. The legal dispute now leaves local stakeholders waiting for further court rulings to balance farmland preservation with economic growth.

Frederick County Government announced its Agriculture Innovation Grant Program received the Rural Economic Development Award from the Rural Maryland Council on November 19.

Since launching in January 2021, the program has funded nine cycles that supported 77 agricultural projects and over 300 new jobs while generating $3.50 in private investment per dollar spent — with the next cycle opening in March.

The Red Cross said many regular donors do not give blood during the busy holiday season because family events and school breaks make it hard to find time.

Communications Director Bethany Patterson said the region’s blood supply is stable for now but could drop if shortages occur — donors with O-type or B-negative blood can help.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

8:30 p.m. — Union Mills Public House — Ticket required — Experience the enchanting sound of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a cozy, candlelit setting.

14th Annual Quentin Ingram Egg Nog Jog

2 PM — Linganore High School Stadium Lot — Donations support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation — Participate in a festive jog for a good cause.

A Joyful Christmas with Eileen Ivers

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Weinberg Center for the Arts — Tickets from $20 — Experience a festive celebration of Irish roots and spirit with Grammy-winning fiddle virtuoso Eileen Ivers.