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Dates: September 26 Description: Voted one of the top 60 paddling streams in North America by Canoe & Kayak Magazine editors, Antietam Creek is the perfect venue for recreational kayaking. A scenic stream graced with stone arch bridges, Antietam offers wildlife-sightings of blue heron, ducks, turtles, and beaver. Beyond its natural beauty, you will float under Burnside...

Dates: September 18 Description: Join us on the Monocacy River, the second largest tributary of the Potomac. Enjoy 5.8 miles of easy cruising, with a few riffles and ledges to break up the mellow waters. After your paddle, visit Barley and Hops Microbrewery where you will enjoy an informative tour through the working brewery by Master Brewer William Golden. Afterwards,...

Dates: September 11 Description: Ticket price includes crabs, chicken, picnic buffet, beer and soda, live entertainment, and a tour of the ‘To Lift A Nation’ Memorial. Gaming, Tombola, 50/50 drawing and more! To benefit the elderly Daughters of Charity and The National Shrine of Elizabeth Ann Seton. Must be 21 years of age to attend. ID checked at registration. Location:...

Dates: September 11 Description: Tucked in the woods on Tarara’s 475 acres, the concert stage hangs (suspended) next to Shadow Lake and creates the perfect venue for summer blues, 80s, 90s and contemporary pop hits. Join River & Trail for a guided leisurely paddle along the Potomac River and ending at Tarara just before the concert begins. You will have the opportunity...

Dates: September 11 Description: Keep the celebration going at the Up the Creek Party, immediately following the In The Street festival. Food, drink, and live music are in store for this fundraising event at the Carroll Creek Amphitheatre. This year’s party will feature live music by Starcrush, along with Beer and Wine Gardens, sponsored by Budweiser. All guests must...

Dates: September 10, 11, 12 Description: Local community show with exhibits such as farm and garden, canned items, sewing, baked products, youth and junior departments, arts and crafts, photography, beef, sheep, sewing, and goat show and sale. Location: Catoctin High School 14745 Sabillasville Road Thurmont, MD 21788 Contact: (301) 271-2104

Dates: September 9 Description: A full schedule including special battlefield hikes, two concerts by the Wildcat Band on Saturday, and living history artillery and infantry firing demonstrations on Sunday will take place this weekend. A detailed schedule will be announced in late August. Location: Antietam National Battlefield 5831 Dunker Church Road Sharpsburg, MD 21782 Contact:...

Dates: Sundays Description: Carillon Concerts featuring City Carillonneur John Widmann. Sundays at noon. Free. Tower will be open. Location: Baker Park Carillon Tower Frederick, MD 21701

Self-guided walking tour of historic worship sites in Frederick’s downtown historic district. Several houses of worship invite the public to celebrate their heritage and holiday customs. Visitors are greeted with seasonal music, tours, and lectures. Many of these sites are linked to the Civil War. 4-9pm. Dates: December 28 Location: Historic downtown Frederick Church...

Come share the joys of the season with holiday desserts and cheeses with samples of our Maryland wines. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, sun 12-6pm. Closed December 25. Dates: December 28 – 31 Location: Berrywine Plantations/Linganore Winecellars 13601 Glissans Mill Rd. Mt. Airy, MD 21771 Contact: (301) 831-5889

Maps, postcards, diaries, souvenirs and other travel-related objects are part of this new exhibit about Frederick County. Find out why people visited the county over the past 300 years and discover some of the attractions that were tourist favorites. Frederick Countians were by no means homebodies, they liked to travel as well. See where they went and what they thought of their...

Self-guided walking tour of historic worship sites in Frederick’s downtown historic district. Several houses of worsihp invite the public to celebrate their heritage and holiday customs. Visitors are greeted with seasonal music, tours, and lectures. Many of these sites are linked to the Civil War. 4-9pm. Dates: December 28 Location: Historic downtown FrederickChurch St.,...

Tuba Christmas Concert 12pm; Traditional Winterfest 2pm. Pure holiday delight – tubas, movies, and a sing-along with Santa and the mighty Wurlizter. Free with canned food donation for Frederick Community Action Agency. Dates: November 28 Location: Weinberg Center for the Arts 20 W. Patrick St. Frederick, MD 21701 Contact: (301) 600-2828 Website: http://www.weinbergcenter.org/

Young shoppers can find something special for family, friends, and teachers at this seasonal shop, set up in the Literacy Council lobby, 110 E. Patrick Street, in Downtown Frederick. All products are $10 and under, and the selection is exclusively Fair Trade. A portion of proceeds benefits the Literacy Council of Frederick County. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Friday,...

This annual holiday event has become an immediate favorite during the holiday season. This festival will showcase decorated wreathes and trees by artists, individuals, businesses, and community organizations. Come take a look at the various creations and you can take away your favorite during the silent auction. In addition, numerous other holiday activities will take place...

Dates: October 2 Description: A concert at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater will kick-off In The Street festivities with music, beer, wine, food and the chance to support your favorite charity! 6pm Location: Carroll Creek Linear Park 50 Carroll Creek Way Frederick, MD 21701 Contact: (301) 600-2844 Website: http://www.celebratefrederick.com/