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Apples United Church of Christ

Join Apples United Church of Christ in Thurmont for its Easter Sunday Service on March 31 at 9:30 a.m., immediately followed by a children’s egg hunt. All are welcome. View the advertisement on page 19 for more information.

Tom’s Creek UMC, Face of America’s Annual Bike Ride

Join Tom’s Creek UMC at The Promised Land, 10918 Taneytown Pike in Emmitsburg, for the Face of America’s Annual Bike Ride on Sunday, April 21, from 8:30-11:00 a.m. This is a Tom’s Creek tradition to host a rest stop for our wounded warriors. The bikers are greeted with applause, waving banners and flags, snacks and beverages. View the advertisement on page 15 for more details and for information on other upcoming events.

Get Ready to Fling and Roll

Meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy games, visit animals, and go on a hay ride during the Spring Fling and Egg Roll, hosted by Frederick County Parks & Recreation on Saturday, March 23, at Rose Hill Manor Park. Admission is $5.00 per person. View the advertisement on page 12 for more information.

Graceham Moravian Church’s Turkey & Oyster Supper Is Back

It’s back! Graceham Moravian Church in Thurmont is holding its Turkey & Oyster Supper(one day only) on Saturday, March 23, from Noon-6:00 p.m. Meal is served family-style. Cash and check only. View the advertisement on page 38 for more information and visit their website at www.gracehammoravian.org.

Elias Lutheran Church Yard Sale

Mark your calendar! Elias Lutheran Church in Emmitsburg is holding a Yard Sale on March 14, 15, and 16, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Enjoy a soup, sandwich, and bake sale, starting on Thursday with beef vegetable and chicken corn soup; chicken and ham sandwiches will be available until sold out. View the advertisement on page 24 for more information.

The Great Outdoors Bingo

Get your tickets today for The Great Outdoors Bingo on Sunday, March 3, at the Lewistown Fire Hall on Hessong Bridge Road in Frederick, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Prizes include cash and gift cards/packages for fishing, hunting, gardening, camping, and all of your favorite outdoor activities! Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 at the door. Bingo benefits Sabillasville Environmental School. View the advertisement on page 27 for more information on how to purchase your tickets today!

Trinity UCC Slippery Pot Pie Carryouts

Call in your orders today for Trinity United Church of Christ in Thurmont’s Slippery Pot Pie Carryout! Choose chicken or ham slippery pot pie at $7.00 a quart or country ham sandwiches at just $6.00 each. Pre-order by March 4; pickup is on March 6, from 9:00 a.m.- noon. View the advertisement on page 32 for order contact information.

Dueling Pianos Night

Join the Vigilant Hose Company Auxiliary for its Dueling Pianos Night on Saturday, April 6, and enjoy a night of music, dancing, dinner, and drinks. The event will be held in the Vigilant Hose Company Activities Building on Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with dinner until 6:30 p.m. and show at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $40.00 per person (includes dinner, beer/wine, soda/water, and live entertainment by Howl at the Moon). Tickets must be purchased by April 1. Must be 21 and over. View the advertisement on page 11 for information on how to purchase your tickets

Deerfield UMC Presents The Journey to the Cross

Deerfield UMC presents The Journey to the Cross on Palm Sunday, March 24, and Good Friday, March 29, at 7:30 p.m., at the church located at 16405 Foxville Deerfield Road in Sabillasville. View the advertisement on page 33 for more details and for information on an Easter Sunrise Worship with breakfast at Mt. Zion UMC in Sabillasville.

Cash Bingo

Mother Seton School, in coordination with the Vigilant Hose Company, is hosting a Cash Bingo to benefit Mother Seton School on Saturday, March 23, at the Vigilant Hose Company’s Activities Building on Creamery Road in Emmitsburg. Doors open at 4:00 p.m., with games starting at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $40.00 in advance, and $50.00 at the door. Dinner is included. Purchase your tickets by March 8 for an early bird drawing for

$100! View the advertisement on page 34 for contact information on how to purchase your tickets today!

Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood’s 2024 Wedding Open House

Come out and see ThorpeWood’s beautiful Lodge and meet amazing vendors at the 2024 Mountain Memories at ThorpeWood Wedding Open House on Sunday, April 21, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. This is a free event. RSVP to info@mountainmemoriestw.com. View the advertisement on page 12 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, March 9. 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 15 for more information.

Graceham Moravian Church’s Served With Grace Free Dinner

Graceham Moravian Church, located at 8231-A Rocky Ridge Road in Thurmont, will hold its Served With Grace Free Dinner on Monday, March 4, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 38 for more information.

Lewistown Volunteer Fire Department’s Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale

Love yard sales? Don’t miss Lewistown Volunteer Fire Department’s Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale on Saturday, April 6, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Enjoy lots of vendors! Food will be available for purchase. View the advertisement on page 15 for more information.

Thurmont Lions Club’s Cash Bingo

Mark your calendars for the Thurmont Lions Club’s Cash Bingo on Saturday, March 9, at the Guardian Hose Company’s Activities Building on E. Main Street in Thurmont. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with games starting at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $20.00 each. Bingo also features tip jar, specials, raffles, 50/50, and more! Bring a non-perishable food item, cash donation, or eyeglasses for a special drawing. View the advertisement on page 25 for more details and for information on how to purchase your tickets today!

First Baptist Church’s Egg-Stravaganza

Bring the whole family out to the First Baptist Church in Thurmont for its Egg- Stravaganza on Saturday, March 23, from 2:00-4:00 p.m.! Enjoy games, crafts, an egg hunt, free ice cream, puppets, raffles, and photos with Mr. Bunny! View the advertisement on page 48 for more information.

Legacy Livestock Auctions

Legacy Livestock Auction LLC, at 137 Emmitsburg Road in Thurmont, will not hold a Livestock Sale in March, but they will hold a Horse & Tack Sale on March 30, starting at 12:00 p.m. for tack and 3:00 p.m. for horses. View the advertisement on page 25 for more information.