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Events for this Month:

• DISCOVERY THEATER: Silk Road Dance Company

  May 01, 2013

  Location: National Museum of Natural History, Baird Auditorium

  DISCOVERY THEATER: Silk Road Dance Company Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Wednesday, May 1 – 11:30 a.m. The educational content in this program is recommended for children ages 5 and up. The music and dance of Central Asia come to life on stage with this unique, exciting ensemble. With dazzling costumes and authentic choreography, [...]

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• Hello, Dolly!

  May 03, 2013

  Location: The Apollo Civic Theatre, Inc.

  Hello, Dolly! Show Dates May 3, 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12, 2013 Show Times Fri & Sat 8:00 PM Sun 2:30 PM Admission Regular $15 Matinees $12 Students w/ ID $7 Directions I-81 to King Street Exit in Martinsburg. East to Queen Street. Left to second light, Right to theatre at 128 East Martin [...]

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• Kid’s Closet Connection *Spring Sale*

  May 03, 2013

  Location: Frederick County Fairgrounds

  Spring Sale Dates: Jefferson County, WV * April 12-14 Washington County, MD * April 19-21 Clarke County, VA * April 25-27 Frederick County, MD * May 3-5 Shop * Sell * Volunteer www.kidscloset.biz

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• VIBE ’13 – A Fundraiser Gala to benefit The Hearing and Speech Agency

  May 03, 2013

  Location: The Center Club

  VIBE ’13, held during Better Hearing and Speech Month, will put the spotlight on hearing loss, deafness, autism and speech-language differences while raising funds for HASA programs and services. Business Attire Complimentary Parking Tickets $200 each Join master of ceremonies WJZ-TV’s Mary Babula for an evening of fun, fabulous dining, silent & live auctions, and [...]

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• 36th Annual Steam Show at the Fire Museum of Maryland

  May 04, 2013

  Location: Fire Museum of Maryland

    Come cool off at the hottest place in town! On Saturday, May 4th, 2013 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Fire Museum of Maryland hosts its 36th Annual Steam Show, and opens for the summer. Join us for a day full of fun as a 65-foot water tower shoots water out over 50 [...]

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• Beginning Recreational Kayaking

  May 05, 2013

  Location: Black Hill Regional Park, Visitor Center

  Kayaking is even more fun that it looks!  Come learn how to paddle on flat water in recreational solo kayaks on Little Seneca Lake.  Learn basic strokes, entries and exits, boat control, and more.  We won’t roll, but you’ll get wet, so dress accordingly.  You must be able to swim.  All necessary equipment provided. Ages [...]

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• First Saturday in the Historic District (May 2013)

  May 05, 2013

  Location: Downtown Frederick, MD

  First Saturday in the Historic District The theme for May’s First Saturday:  May Fest. Saturday, May 4, from 5 to 9 pm. Build a bouquet of spring flowers as you explore the Historic District. Children’s Activities like face painting and sidewalk chalk art contest Live Music several places downtown, like Twin Radio @30 Market Street, as [...]

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• Barnesville School *Open House*

  May 06, 2013

  Location: Barnesville School

  A brief introduction to the School by the Head of School, John Huber.  Parents get to take a tour and observe classrooms.

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• DISCOVERY THEATER: The Princess, the Pig, and the Dragon

  May 08, 2013

  Location: S. Dillon Ripley Center

  DISCOVERY THEATER: The Princess, the Pig, and the Dragon Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Wednesday, May 8 – 10:15 a.m. The educational content in this program is recommended for children ages 4-8. Master puppeteer Hua Hua Zhang weaves cross-cultural tales using traditional string, rod, and hand puppets. This beguiling interactive show, which has toured [...]

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• BROOK HILL WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL **ANNUAL PLANT SALE FUNDRAISER!!!***

  May 10, 2013

  Location: Brook Hill Weekday Preschool, Brook HIll United Methodist Church

  BROOK HILL WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL PlantSaleFlierBHUMC ANNUAL PLANT SALE FUND RAISER!!! 8946 Indian Springs Road, Frederick,21702 Fri. May 10th 9AM-12PM Saturday May 11th 9AM-4PM Sunday May 12th 9AM-12:30PM (in between church services) Herbs, Vegetables, Annuals, Perennials, Hanging Baskets & More! Stop by and get your Mother’s Day gifts!!! *All sales benefit preschool!

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• Martinsburg Heritage Days

  May 11, 2013

  Location: various sites around the historic downtown Martinsburg area

  Martinsburg Heritage Day 2013 The annual Martinsburg Heritage Day will be celebrated on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at various sites around the historic downtown area. Explore the town’s history and enjoy exhibits, tours, speakers, demonstrations, vendors, food, entertainment and activities throughout the day, including: Tours of historic sites are between the hours of 10 am [...]

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• Bark in the Park – Frederick, MD

  May 11, 2013

  Location: Utica District Park

  Enjoy a fantastic afternoon with your furry, four-legged friend, at the Frederick County Parks and Recreation annual Bark in the Park. Your pooch will have an opportunity to run free in one of our off-leash areas, test and sharpen his or her skills on the agility course, participate in doggie contests, and make new friends. [...]

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• Mother’s Day Surprise (ages 5-11, with adult)

  May 11, 2013

  Location: Urbana Regional Library

  Mother’s Day Surprise (ages 5-11, with adult) Join us to create a surprise for Mom on her special day. Saturday, May 11, 11 am Reg.

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• Mother’s Day Tea

  May 12, 2013

  Location: Tudor Place

  Ages 5+ Britannia Kennon + MarkieMother’s Day Tea Sunday, May 12 10:30 a.m. – Noon and 2:30 – 4 p.m. Celebrate Mother’s Day together, sampling period teas, finger sandwiches, and delicious deserts while exploring tea etiquette with the guidance of a costumed interpreter. After the tea, guests will create a special period craft to take [...]

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• Story Time Tots at St. John Regional Catholic School

  May 13, 2013

  Location: St. John Regional Catholic School

  JOIN US FOR STORY-TIME TOTS Calling all two, three and four year olds! For the stay at home mom (or dad) looking for a unique reading activity for their children! Small group story-time and activities is being offered to children from the Frederick community featuring a different theme each month. Mrs. Gawinske, Quest enrichment teacher, will read to [...]

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• Cavern Tours

  May 17, 2013

  Location: Crystal Grottoes Caverns

  A tour of the Crystal Grottoes Caverns leaves every 30 minutes. No reservations are required. Call for more details.

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• Lady Appleseeds Pet Photo Day

  May 18, 2013

  Location: War Memorial Park

  May 18 & 19 – Lady Appleseeds Pet Photo Day May 19, 2013 For more information, call 301.305.3010, ladyappleseeds@yahoo.com or www.ladyappleseeds.org Saturday May 18, 2013 (9am-12pm & 1pm-4pm)                      Sunday    May 19, 2013 (10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm) Pet Photo Day War Memorial Park $25.00 Non-refundable deposit $40.00 copy rights download from computer $45.00 copy rights on a CD [...]

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• Family Canoe Trip

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Eden Mill Nature Center

  Reservations are now being taken for Eden Mill Nature Center s Family Canoe Trips! These trips help acquaint the paddlers with the natural surroundings on Deer Creek. Exploration of the environment, both the land and the water, is enhanced by the use of canoes to travel along Deer Creek. During these excursions, environmental education and [...]

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• Cavern Tours

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Skyline Caverns

  On your one-hour tour, a knowledgeable guide will escort you through the Skyline Caverns, explaining the geological history while challenging your imagination; making your tour educational, exciting, and entertaining.

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• Gaithersburg Book Festival

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Gaithersburg City Hall Grounds

  The Gaithersburg Book Festival is a celebration of the written word and its power to enrich the human experience. Our mission is to foster an interest in reading, writing and literary conversation. Since its inception in 2010, the Festival has quickly become one of the nation’s top literary events, attracting hundreds of award-winning and best-selling [...]

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• Stream Adventures

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Black Hill Visitor Center

  What lives in a stream? We’ll wade into the water and use nets to see what insects, fish, frogs and other animals we can find. Please wear boots or closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting wet (no flip-flops, please!). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Register at ParkPASS.org.   2-12 years

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• Scenic Train Rides

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad

  We operate regular trains on weekends May through October, with charters and special trains all year. The regular excursion is about one hour and 10 minutes.

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• Mother-Daughter Princess Outing

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Jefferson county Community center

  Mothers and Daughters will spend quality time at a delightful party at the JCCC.  Mothers are encourages to dress up while little girls can wear their favorite princess dress.  We will be eating a light lunch, get glamorous and listen to music.

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• Friendship Circle for kids

  May 18, 2013

  Location: Movern Park

  Are You a parent of kids in 1st, 2nd , 3rd grade who would like to have their kids involved in more social activity and make new friends … ? We are living in an internet age where free social interaction between kids are limited to few minutes of recess in schools.  what we end [...]

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• Piranha Feeding at the National Aquarium – DC

  May 19, 2013

  Location: National Aquarium - DC

  Watch as the piranhas hunt for their meal and learn more about their interlocking teeth and feeding behaviors.

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• 30th Year Anniversary Benefit Fashion Gala for the National Center for Children and Families

  May 19, 2013

  Location: National Center for Children & Families, Youth Activities Center Gymnasium

  Benefit Fashion Show  May 19th 3-6pm  Announcing a 30th Year Anniversary Benefit Fashion Gala for the National Center for Children and Families (NCCF) on May 19th.  Lots of surprises during the event. Special appearance by Chi Chi Monet . . . singing her latest release “Get Kids Movin” inspired by Michelle Obama.  For tickets and [...]

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• Angelic Expressions Benefit Fashion Gala

  May 19, 2013

  Location: National Center for Children and Families, Freddie Mac Foundation Youth Activities Center

  Angelic Expressions Benefit Fashion Gala for the National Center for Children & Families Sunday, May 19, 2013 3PM – 6PM Please join the National Center for Children and Families, Angelic Expressions, our supporters, members of the media and area families for a fashion show to benefit our 30th-year anniversary of supporting the National Center for [...]

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• Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus

  May 22, 2013

  Location: Giant Center

  Giant Center Hershey, Pennsylvania Built to Amaze – Red Tour Show Dates: Show Time: Wed, May 22 7:30PM † Thu, May 23 10:30AM * , 7:30PM † Fri, May 24 7:30PM † Sat, May 25 11:30AM † , 3:30PM † , 7:30PM † Sun, May 26 1:00PM † , 5:00PM † Mon, May 27 1:00PM [...]

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• Civil War Program (ages 8-11)

  May 22, 2013

  Location: Urbana Regional Library

  Civil War Program (ages 8-11) Step back in history and explore what life was like during the Civil War. Learn interesting facts, information, and create a hands-on craft from that period in time. Wednesday, May 22, 4:15 pm

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• UniverSoul Circus

  May 23, 2013

  Location: Security Square Mall

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• Storytime on the Lake

  May 24, 2013

  Location: Black Hill Visitor Center

  Join us aboard our pontoon boat to hear a different story on each outing and scout out the wonders of Little Seneca Lake! Designed for children ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult (no younger siblings, please). Register at ParkPASS.org.

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• Planetarium Program

  May 24, 2013

  Location: Einstein Planetarium

  Complete planetarium show details can be found online including show descriptions, prices and schedules.

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• Frederick Keys Kids Club Ice Cream Social

  May 24, 2013

  Location: Frederick Keys, Harry Grove Stadium

  On Friday, May 24th at 6PM, the Keys will hold their 1st Annual Jr. Keys Club Ice Cream Social! For just $15, you get a General Admission ticket and entry into an exclusive Ice Cream Social. For more information or to buy tickets, call 301-815-9900! The event includes dinner and a make-your-own sundae station!  

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• West Virginia Wine and Arts Festival

  May 25, 2013

  Location: Boydville Inn

  The West Virginia Wine and Arts Festival started in 1996. The festival offers the best in West Virginia Wines, artists from around the region, and a variety of tastes and fragrances. Additionally, the fest has attracted several well know musicians that provide a unique variety of musical genres. In 2000 the fest was given to [...]

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• Memorial Day PigNic, A Fundraising Event for the Make-A-Wish Foundation

  May 25, 2013

  Location: Ft. Richie

  The PigNic. A Fundraising Event for the Make-A-Wish Foundation   Spend Memorial Day weekend making wishes come true at the Pignic! The weekend will include professional and backyard BBQ competitions, an arts show, music festival, car show, motorcycle run, kids events, military tributes, and much more … all to benefit Make-A-Wish. All money raised will [...]

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• Fly Fishing Workshop for Beginners ages 15 and up

  May 25, 2013

  Location: Renfrew Park

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• Jesse James Day on the Walkersville Southern Railroad

  May 25, 2013

  Location: Walkersville Southern Railroad

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• “Memories in Stone and Bronze: The Monuments of Gettysburg” Tour

  May 25, 2013

  Location: Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center

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• Sunset/Full Moon Float, River & Trail Outfitters

  May 25, 2013

  Location: River and Trail Outfitters

  Sunset/Full Moon Float, May 25th, River & Trail Outfitters, 301-695-5177 (also June 22, July 20, Aug. 17, 25 and Sept. 14)  Required age: 10 Canoe / Kayak While the Sunsets and Fullmoon Rises sunset kayaking, moonlight paddle Enjoy paddling by the light of the setting sun and experience the serenity and wildlife of the evening [...]

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• 146th Memorial Day Parade

  May 27, 2013

  Location: The Barker House

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• Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony, Gettysburg PA

  May 27, 2013

  Location: Soldiers National Cemetary (parade to end here)

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• 18th Annual Western Maryland BluesFest

  May 30, 2013

  Location: City Park

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• Beltway BBQ Showdown

  May 31, 2013

  Location: Tucker Road Athletic Complex

  Beltway BBQ Get ready for a Showdown! Join us at the Beltway BBQ Showdown on Friday, May 31, 6-10 pm and Saturday, June 1, 12 noon-6 pm   Tucker Road Athletic Complex  1770 Tucker Road  Fort Washington, MD 20744  FREE ADMISSION!  Cooks from up and down the East Coast will be competing for the grand prize and [...]

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