Spring Concert
The Emmitsburg Community Chorus will present its Spring Concert at Lewistown United Methodist Church, located at 11032 Hessong Bridge Road, on Saturday, May 6, at 3:00 p.m. All are invited. A free-will offering for the benefit of the Chorus will be accepted and light refreshments will follow the concert. View the advertisement on page 7 for information.
Vigilant Hose Company’s Buck-A-Bowl
Save the date for Vigilant Hose Company’s Buck-A-Bowl on Saturday, April 1, from 4:00-8:00 p.m., at the Vigilant Hose Company Activities Building on Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. All meals are $1.00! Plus, event also features kids’ games, small games of chance, and big 6 wheel for the adults!
Vigilant Hose Company’s Spring Fling
Vigilant Hose Company’s much-anticipated Spring Fling will be held on Saturday, May 13, at the Activities Building on Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. Drawing begins at noon. Ticket cost is $100 per ticket (good for two people), food and drink included. Bring your own tents, canopies, and lawn chairs. No payouts less than $500! View the advertisement on page 35 for information on how to purchase your tickets today!
Lewistown UMC Soup Carryout
Lewistown United Methodist Church in Thurmont is holding a Soup Carryout (vegetable soup and bean soup by the quart). Pre-order by Saturday, April 22 ($7.00/quart). Pick up your order and visit the baked goods table on Saturday, April 29, from noon-4:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 8 for information on how to place your orders today!
Strawberry Festival & Albert’s Yard Sale
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, located at 17015 Sabillasville Road in the heart of Sabillasville, will host its annual Strawberry Festival & Albert’s Yard Sale, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 3. Stop by for strawberries, concessions, baked goods, and yard sale bargains that benefit the church. View the advertisement on page 21.
The Greenhouse Café in Cascade
Enjoy great food and drinks with friends and family at The Greenhouse Café in Cascade, and mark your calendars for some fun upcoming April events: April 8 at 1:00 p.m.—Greenhouse Kids (all ages), $10.00 per child (includes a plant, pot, and figurine); April 19 at 11:00 a.m. Greenhouse Kids (infant to pre-K), read along and complete a spring craft; April 30 at 1:00 p.m., plant/cutting/seed swap (bring plants or seeds and trade with others!). View the advertisement on page 35 for more information.
Mother Seton Carnival
The Mother Seton Carnival is Wednesday, May 31, through Saturday, June 3, at 100 Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. The carnival opens at 6:00 p.m., with rides, food, music, games, and more! View the advertisement on page 7 for more details.
Thurmont Main Street Pop-Up Shop
Shop the Pop at Thurmont Main Street Pop-Up Shop on April 8, 15, 22, and 29, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., at the Thurmont Plaza on N. Church Street. Shop 12 unique vendors with handcrafted and commercially made merchandise, plus home-baked goods from a few Farmers Market vendors, and a food truck! View the advertisement on page 7 for more details.
2023 Big Money Cash Bash
Save the date for the 2023 Big Money Cash Bash on Saturday, May 20, at the Thurmont Event Complex on Strafford Drive in Thurmont, from 12:00-5:00 p.m. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. Bring your lawn chairs and canopy! Food, beer, wine coolers, and soda is included. No coolers are allowed. Tickets are $25.00 per person. Drawing begins at 11:45 a.m. View the advertisement on page 10 for more details and information on how to purchase your tickets today!
5th Annual Collectible Thurmont Easter Egg
Order your 5th Annual Collectible Thurmont Easter Egg for $10.60, including tax. These painted wooden eggs are made in the USA by the same company that manufactures the eggs for the White House Easter Egg Roll. This year’s egg features an image of the Catoctin Furnace, with artwork by Gnarly Artly. Only 250 will be produced. View the advertisement on page 40 for more details and for information on how to order your egg today!
Thurmont Business Showcase
The Thurmont Business Showcase will be held Saturday, April 29, at the beautiful Thurmont Event Complex. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to attend! The Thurmont Ambulance Company will be selling delicious food during the event. Get to know your local Thurmont business community’s products, services, and innovations. For more information, contact Vickie Grinder at [email protected] and view the advertisement on page 28.
Guardian Hose Company’s Yard Sale
Mark your calendars for Guardian Hose Company’s Yard Sale on Saturday, May 6, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., at the Thurmont Carnival Grounds. Event is held rain or shine. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Space is just $10.00 (bring your own table and tent). View the advertisement on page 20 for more information.
Bingo — Every Friday Night
The Thurmont Community Ambulance hosts its Friday Night Bingo every Friday! Come out to the Thurmont Event Complex every Friday night to play bingo! Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. Bingo also features tip jars, food, and a jackpot up to $1,500! Proceeds benefit Thurmont Community Ambulance. View the advertisement on page 7 for more details.
Chicken BBQ and Delivery Too
The Emmitsburg Lions Club will host a Chicken BBQ with on-site pickup or delivery on Saturday, May 6. Order a half chicken with potato salad, applesauce, and chips for only $11.00. Pick up your order at the Vigilant Hose Activities Building at 17701 Creamery Road or call Lion Dianne at 301-676-1561 for delivery. View the advertisement on page 3 for information.
2023 Wedding Open House at ThorpeWood
Come out to Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood in Thurmont for its 2023 Wedding Open House on Sunday, April 23, from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Meet 30 amazing preferred vendors! View the advertisement on page 49 for more information.
Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Bingo
Enjoy an evening of Bingo at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company in Rocky Ridge on Saturday, April 8. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with games starting at 7:00 p.m. Come hungry! Food is available for purchase. View the advertisement on page 47 for more information.
Home Buying and Selling Seminar
Elle Smith, Realtor with J&B Real Estate, Inc., is holding three Home Buying and Selling Seminars, focusing on: Preparing to Sell Your Home—Wednesday, April 5; Preparing to Buy Your Next Home—Wednesday, May 3; Buying and Selling at the Same Time?—Wednesday, June 7. Seminars will be held at Thurmont Regional Library on Moser Road, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Register to save your seat. View the advertisement on page 35 for more information and how to register.
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser & Silent Auction
A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser & Silent Auction is being held on Friday, April 28, from 4:00-7:00 p.m., at the Rocky Ridge Firehall Activities Building, on Motters Station Road in Rocky Ridge. Proceeds benefit Monocacy Church of the Brethren Vacation Bible School. Tickets are $10.00 per adult and $5.00 for children 12 and under. View the advertisement on page 22 for more information.
Tom’s Creek UMC Upcoming Events
Tom’s Creek UMC in Emmitsburg will host a mulch fundraiser at the beginning of April. Call the church office at 301-447-3171 to pre-order and to arrange pickup. Costs are $6.00 for a 3-cubic ft. bag of hardwood mulch, and $6.00 for a 2-cubic ft. bag of black mulch. Purchase ten bags and get one free. The mulch will be delivered to The Baughman Farm at 12120 Harney Road in Taneytown and can be picked up at the farm beginning Saturday, April 1, or delivered to you for a good-will donation. Call for details.
On Sunday, April 23, from 8:00 a.m.-noon, bring a chair and flags to wave in support of our military heroes as Face of America, a military Veteran bike tour from Arlington National Cemetery to Gettysburg, passes through Tom’s Creek Church’s The Promised Land at 10918 Taneytown Pike in Emmitsburg. Tom’s Creek parishioners host a rest stop and after the Veterans ride through. A Tom’s Creek Church worship service will be held at The Promised Land and the “Unclouded Day” will play their bluegrass Gospel music and patriotic songs to entertain the Veterans.View the advertisement on page 5 for information on Tom’s Creek events and Easter services information.
Free Workshop for Church Leaders & Staff
The First Baptist Church of Thurmont is hosting a free Workshop for Church Leaders and staff on Sunday, April 30, from 1:00-1:30 p.m., with lunch included. Learn how to prevent abuse in your church and how to respond to it if it happens. Open to all local churches. Register online at www.fbcthurmont.org. View the advertisement on page 34 for more details.
Thurmont Grange’s Country Ham Sandwich Sale
The Thurmont Grange #409 is holding a Country Ham Sandwich Sale. Pre-order your sandwiches by Monday, April 24, for pickup on Wednesday, May 17, from 3:00-6:00 p.m., at the Thurmont Grange Hall (across from the Thurmont Carnival Grounds). Sandwiches are individually wrapped and made by Hemp’s Meats in Jefferson and cost $5.00 each. View the advertisement on page 10 for information on how to place your order today!
Benefit Fundraiser for Rex Davis
A Benefit Fundraiser for Rex Davis, who had an accident after Thanksgiving, spending months in ICU at Shock Trauma and enduring multiple surgeries, is being held on Wednesday, April 19, at the Thurmont Kountry Kitchen at 17 Water Street. Thurmont Kountry Kitchen will donate a portion of the proceeds from the day’s receipts to the family for uncovered expenses. View the advertisement on page 21 for more information.
Frederick County Parks & Rec Summer Camps
Registration is open for Frederick County Park & Recreation summer camps, featuring sports, nature, history, cooking, dance, and many more! Full- and partial-day options available. View the advertisement on page 12 for more information.
7th Annual Ladies Day
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to Catoctin Church of Christ’s 7th Annual Ladies Day on Saturday, April 22, with the Lesson from 9:00-11:30 a.m., and a Box lunch at 11:30 a.m. RSVP to (not required, but is appreciated): [email protected] or 301-271-2069. The church is located at 140 N. Carroll Street in Thurmont. View the advertisement on page 25 for more information.
Fort Ritchie’s Spring Craft Bazaar
You won’t want to miss Fort Ritchie’s Spring Craft Bazaar at Fort Ritchie Community Center in Cascade on Saturday, April 29, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., featuring more than 60 vendor spaces! View the advertisement on page 15 for more information.
MotorSmoke Concert
You won’t want to miss the MotorSmoke Concert on Saturday, April 22, at the Thurmont Event Complex in Thurmont, featuring a cash bar, tip jars, and more! Costumes are welcome! Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with music from 8:00 p.m.-midnight. Concert features the 5 Guys Band, plus the Thurmont Boys are Back: Jimmy Rickerd and Rob Welch! Hosted by the Thurmont Community Ambulance Service. View the advertisement on page 29 for more information and how to purchase your tickets today!
Thurmont Green Fest
The Thurmont Green Fest is Saturday, April 15, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., at the Thurmont Regional Library on East Moser Road in Thurmont. Bring the whole family! Learn how to live a greener life for a better tomorrow, plus enjoy games, crafts, live music by Slim Harrison, a food truck, giveaways, and more! View the advertisement on page 5 for more information.
Benefit Breakfast for Bentley Wetzel
Five-month-old Bentley has spent most of his life in the hospital. He has undergone four surgeries to date and facing more. Please join The Thurmont Lions Club for a Benefit Breakfast for Bentley Wetzel on Saturday, April 29, from 7:00-11:00 a.m., at Bell Hill Farm at 15202 Catoctin Mountain Highway (Rt. 15) in Thurmont, and help support a child in need. This benefit is to help with Bentley’s medical expenses, equipment, and supplies. View the advertisement on page 21.
Served With Grace Free Dinner
Everyone is welcome at Graceham Moravian Church’s Served With Grace Free Dinner on Monday, April 3, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 38 for more information and for Easter Services.
Thurmont UMC’s Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Services
Come out to Thurmont United Methodist Church for its Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1, at 11:00 a.m., and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny! Sign up online at www.thurmontchurch.com. Easter Services are: April 6—Holy Thursday Service led by The Chosen People Ministry; April 9—Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m., Traditional Service at 9:00 a.m., and Contemporary Service at 10:30 a.m. All services and programs are open and free to the community. View the advertisement on page 59 for more details and for Vacation Bible School dates.
Bingo at St. Anthony’s Shrine Upper Hall
St. Anthony’s Shrine in Emmitsburg is holding a Bingo on Saturday, April 29, at 16150 St. Anthony Road. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with games starting at 6:30 p.m. Bingo also features 50/50, tip jars, raffles, and food and baked goods available for purchase. View the advertisement on page 11 for more information.
Deerfield UMC Presents The Journey to the Cross
Deerfield UMC presents The Journey to the Cross on Palm Sunday, April 2, and Good Friday, April 7, at 7:30 p.m., at the church located at 16405 Foxville Deerfield Road in Sabillasville. View the advertisement on page 12 for more information and for Easter Services.
Thurmont’s Restaurant Week
Enjoy delicious food from locally owned restaurants in Thurmont during Restaurant Week, April 21 through April 29! Restaurant Week Cards will be available after April 10 with special menus. View the advertisement on page 28 for more details.
Thurmont Community Ambulance Company’s Carnival
Mark your calendars now for Thurmont Community Ambulance Company’s Carnival on May 30 through June 3, at the Thurmont Event Complex on Strafford Drive in Thurmont. Come out one night or every night for nightly platters, live music, rides, games, fireworks (June 2), raffles, and much more! Get your pre-sale ride tickets now. View advertisement on page 33 for more information and for how to get your tickets today!
Emmitsburg’s Earth Day & Spring Clean-Up Day
Emmitsburg’s Spring Clean Up-Day is Saturday, April 22, from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Volunteers are needed to help pick up litter and loose trash from downtown, parks, and adjacent areas. All cleaning supplies will be provided. Please meet at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot behind the Town Office.
Following the cleanup, please join the town for its annual Earth Day event in Community Park, from 12:00-2:00 p.m., to recognize and celebrate the town’s efforts to protect and preserve the local environment. Activities for kids and adults, along with food and frozen treats, will be provided. Plan to have fun! View the advertisement on page 11 for more information.