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5 ������ “Served with Grace” Free Community event/2016-santa-run-5k-10k. N. Church St., Thurmont, MD. 11 a.m.- w/surprise “light” for each to use & take
Meal (first Monday each month), 10 ���� Holiday Open House, Eyler Stables Flea 1 p.m. Ages birth-10. home. 7:30 p.m.: Service w/lots of different
Graceham Moravian Church, 8231- A 17 ��� Holiday Story & Craft Hour w/Miss styles of music, story of Christ foretold;
Rocky Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 5:30-7 p.m. Market, 137 Emmitsburg Rd., Thurmont. Mary Anne, Blue Ridge Summit Free candle lighting.
All are welcome. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Browse flea market, mingle Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge 24 ���� Christmas Eve Lovefeast and Candlelight
w/vendors, enjoy sales, sip hot cider. Lots Summit, PA. 11 a.m. 717-794-2240. Services, Graceham Moravian Church,
5 ������ 28th Annual Evening of Christmas Spirit, of holiday décor & one-of-a-kind gift items. 17 ��� Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting, 8231- A Rocky Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 5
the Emmitsburg Square, Emmitsburg. Enter drawing for gift certificate. Niki 301- Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 9 p.m. Children’s Choir &
Begins 5 p.m. Holiday music, tree lighting 471-5158. Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, message: 5 p.m.; Bells of Grace Handbell
& a visit from Santa, followed by hot dogs, 10 ���� Christmas Craft Fair & Vendor Sale, PA. 4-6:30 p.m. Songs of the season by Choir & Hosanna Choir: 7 p.m. All are
hot chocolate, music, hay rides & more at Vigilant Hose Co. Fire Hall, 25 W. Main St., Rich Fehle; fire truck rides; horse-drawn welcome. 301-271-2379.
the Carriage House Inn. Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Crafts, vendors, wagon rides; s’mores on the plaza; Santa; 24 ���� Christmas Eve Candlelight Service,
food & baked goods, Christmas items yard and more. 717-794-2240. Lewistown United Methodist Church,
5 ������ Christmas Open House, Thurmont United sale. Sponsored by VHC Auxiliary. 18 ���� Free Vegetarian Community Special, 11032 Hessong Bridge Rd., Lewistown,
Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd., 10 ��� ThorpeWood’s 17th Annual Holiday Catoctin View SDA Church, 15601 Rt. MD. 7 p.m. “Festival of Lessons and
Thurmont. Doors open 6 p.m. Annual Open House, 13002 Mink Farm Rd., 15N, Thurmont. Every third Sunday. 3-5 Carrols,” Composed of Scripture and
Community Clothes Closet Christmas Thurmont. 3-8 p.m. Fun for whole family. p.m. Dora 240-440-1224 for more info./ Christmas Carols. Special offering for the
Open House: toys/games/books available; 301-271-2823. www.thorpewood.org. reserve your spot. Thurmont Food Bank. 301-898-7888.
brief Christmas program for all; shopping 10 ����Bingo Bash, to benefit Ed Little Van Fund, 19 ���� Mackenzie’s Light (a bereavement & drug 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Tom’s Creek
for clothes. 301-271-4511. Mother Seton School, 100 Creamery Rd., awareness support group), Thurmont UMC, 10926 Simmons Rd., Emmitsburg.
Emmitsburg. Doors open 5 p.m.; games Regional Library, Thurmont. 6:30 Children Service: 4 p.m.; Traditional
6 ������ Old Fashion Bingo, Sponsored by Vigilant 7 p.m. $35/in advance; $45/at door. 23 p.m. Matthew Garlington, a recovered Candlelight Service: 7 p.m.; Candlelight
Hose Co. Auxiliary, Emmitsburg Fire hall, games pay $200; 2 games pay $1,000. addict, shares his story & friendship with Service w/Communion: 11 p.m. www.
Emmitsburg. Doors open 5 p.m.; Early Mary Lou 240-285-3184 or Pam 717- Mackenzie. Anyone impacted by family tomscreekumc.org.
Birds 6:50 p.m.; Regular Bingo 7 p.m. Basic 642-9335. drug abuse or loss of a loved one is welcome. 24 ����Christmas Eve Service, Elias Lutheran
Package $8. 10 ��� Christmas Open House, Seton Family Becky 301-524-8064 or go to Facebook. Church, 100 W. North Ave., Emmitsburg.
Store, 16840 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 20 ���� Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, 7 p.m. Candlelight Service. All families
6 ������ Thurmont Caregiver Support Group (held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Santa 10 a.m.-noon. Light Christ’s Community Church, 303 West welcome. www.eliaslutheranchurch.com.
first Tuesday of the month), Thurmont refreshments avail. 301-447-6102. Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; 24 ����Christmas Eve Service, Eyler’s Valley
Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 10 ��� Museums by Candlelight, holiday-themed doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. Chapel, 7504 Hampton Valley Rd.,
6-7 p.m. RSVP: Terry Miller 301-471- programs at 20 museums and historic An adventure for adults to discover the Emmitsburg. 5 p.m.; 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m.;
3146. Group open to anyone caring for a sites throughout Frederick County. North answer for: “Why do bad things happen 9:30 p.m.; 11 p.m. 78 candles glow; organ
loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or any County sites: Catoctin Furnace Historical to good people?” Story & activity time for music.
memory disorder. Society, 12607 Catoctin Furnace Road, children. Free dinner for family (6:30-7:30 25 ���� Christmas Morning Service, Tom’s Creek
Thurmont; Frederick County Fire and meal in dining hall). Register: on-line @ UMC, 10926 Simmons Rd., Emmitsburg.
6 ������ Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, Rescue Museum, 300B South Seton catoctinpregcenter.org. Christ’s Community 9:30 a.m. Kids can come in pajamas w/
Christ’s Community Church, 303 West Avenue, Emmitsburg; National Shrine Church 301-447-4224. blessing of the toys. www.tomscreekumc.
Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 South 22 ���� Holiday Movie, Blue Ridge Summit Free org.
doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. An Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg; Thurmont Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge 25 ���� Christmas Day Worship Service, Graceham
adventure for adults to discover the answer Historical Society, 11 North Church Summit, PA. 6 p.m. 717-794-2240. Moravian Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge
for: “Why I don’t feel God right now?” Street, Thurmont; Thurmont Regional 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Weller United Rd., Thurmont. 10 a.m. All are welcome.
Story & activity time for children. Free Library, 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont. Methodist Church, 101 N. Altamont Ave., 301-271-2379.
dinner for family (6:30-7:30 meal in dining Beginning at noon. City of Frederick sites Thurmont. 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. 301-271-2802. 25 ���� Christmas Day Service, Thurmont United
hall). Register: on-line @ catoctinpregcenter. will remain open until 7 p.m., most other www.wellerumc.com. Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd.,
org. Christ’s Community Church 301-447- sites will conclude programs at 5 p.m. 24 ���� Traditional Candlelight Service, Deerfield Thurmont. 9 a.m. Old fashioned lessons,
4224. Hosted by the Frederick Historic Sites United Methodist Church, 16405 Foxville the story of Jesus, singing, Christmas carols
Consortium. Free. 301-600-4047. Deerfield Rd., Sabillasville, MD. 8 p.m. & candle lighting.
6 ������ Quilting Club “Summit Stitchers,” Blue 12 ���� Recording Grandma-Family Heritage 301-241-3036. 25 ���� Christmas Day Service, Weller United
Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 During the Holidays, Thurmont Regional 24 ���� Mt. Tabor Churches Christmas Eve Merry Methodist Church, 101 N. Altamont Ave.,
Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, PA. Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont. Community Mingle. 5:30-7 p.m. Meet Thurmont. 10 a.m. (combined). 301-271-
5:30 p.m. New members welcome! 717- 7-8:30 p.m. Join local Emmy-awarding & mingle w/the members of the Mt. 2802. www.wellerumc.com.
794-2240. winning historian/producer, Chris Haugh, Tabor Churches. Music, games, gifts & 25 ���� Worship Christmas Day, Graceham
to learn the finer details of collecting family refreshments. Fun for whole family. Mt. Moravian Church, 8231 A Rocky
7 ������ Free movie: Harry Potter and the Half- oral histories. 301-600-7212. Tabor Sunday School presents “Special Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 10 a.m. www.
Blood Prince (Rated PG-13), Blue Ridge 13 ���� Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, Deliver-Wrapped in the Father’s Love” 7:30 gracehammoravian.org.
Summit Free Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Christ’s Community Church, 303 West p.m. 25 ����Christmas Service, Eyler’s Valley Chapel,
Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 5:30 p.m. 717- Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; 24 ���� Christmas Eve Early Service, St. John’s 7504 Hampton Valley Rd., Emmitsburg. 7
794-2240. doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. An Lutheran Church, Union Church, 8619 p.m. 78 candles glow; organ music.
adventure for adults to discover the answer Blacks Mill Rd., Creagerstown, MD. 5 p.m. 31 ���� New Year’s Eve Bingo Bash, Emmitsburg
8 ������ MotherSetonSchoolFeastoftheImmaculate for: “Why didn’t God answer my prayer?” Followed by a “Free” Dinner. Traditional Vol. Ambulance Co., 17701 Creamery Rd.,
Conception Mass, Mother Seton School, Story & activity time for children. Free Christmas Eve Service: 7:30 p.m. in 1908 Emmitsburg. Doors open 6 p.m.; games 8
100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 10:15 dinner for family (6:30-7:30 meal in dining Worship Space. Pastor Wayne presiding. p.m. Four $1,000 jackpots! All other games
a.m. www.mothersetonschool.org. hall). Register: on-line @ catoctinpregcenter. 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Thurmont United paying $200; roast beef platter. $50/person
org. Christ’s Community Church 301-447- Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd., (includes 50 games). Tickets: Mary Lou
8 ������ Gingerbread House Workshop, Thurmont 4224. Thurmont. 5:30 p.m.: Service for children, 240-285-3184 or Pam 240-472-3484.
Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., 13 ���� Take-a-Tour Tuesday, Mother Seton School,
Thurmont. 5 p.m. Build and decorate a 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 The goal of The Catoctin Banner is to provide good
festive candy house. For grades 6-12. 301- p.m. 301-447-3161 or email Amy Myles community news and information for residents of
600-7212. [email protected] to set northern Frederick County, Maryland—promoting a
up a private tour. www.mothersetonschool.
10 ���� Story & Craft Hour w/Miss Nancy, org. sense of community pride and spirit.
Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 14 ���� Christmas Concert (featuring Bells of Grace
Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 11 Handbell Choir, Hosanna Voice Choir, Serving Northern Frederick County, Maryland Published on or before the beginning of each month. Publish
a.m. 717-794-2240. “Morning Star” soloists, Praise Team, 515B E. Main Street • Emmitsburg, MD 21727 date will be early if holidays or events warrant adjustment.
and congregational singing), Graceham Phone: 240-288-0108 Message Line AD/CONTENT DEADLINE: On or before the 15th of month
10 ���� Christmas Craft Fair & Vendor Sale, Moravian Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge
Sponsored by Vigilant Hose Co. Auxiliary, Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Donations of 301-447-2804 Store • Fax: 301-447-2946 prior to issue month. YEARLY SUBSCRIPTIONS: $15.00
Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shirley 301- canned goods for Thurmont Food Bank The Banner Crew: Barbara Abraham, Susan Allen, Jeanne
447-2703 or Mandy 717-398-8289. accepted. 301-271-2379. All are welcome. www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Angleberger, Theresa Dardanell, Anita DiGregory, Nicholas
16....”Catoctin Voices” Evening of Poetry, email: [email protected] DiGregory, Joan Fry, Avie Hopcraft, Jim Houck, Jr., Joseph Kirchner,
10 ���� Scandinavian Crafts and Treats, Thurmont The Creeger House, 11 N. Church St., CIRCULATION: 12,500 copies mailed to all Christine Maccabee, My Father’s Son, John Nickerson, Valerie
Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont. 7 – 9 p.m. Poetry readings homes in Thurmont, Lewistown, Rocky Ridge, Nusbaum, Erin Dingle, Carie Stafford, Maxine Troxell, Buck Reed,
Thurmont. 11 a.m.-noon. Discover the by attendees & guest poet. Refreshments Cascade, Sabillasville & Emmitsburg, MD and
traditions of a Scandinavian holiday. For served. Free. All ages welcome. 301- 418- handouts in surrounding areas. Denise Valentine, and Robert Warden.
grade 7-adult. 301-600-7212. 3375.
16 ���� Concert: Jacobs Brothers — A Legacy of Graceanne Eyler and Allison Rostad, Advertising Design; Michele
10 ���� Emmitsburg Lions Club’s Children Praise, Hawley Memorial Presbyterian Tester, Managing Editor and Layout Design;
Christmas Program, Emmitsburg Senior Church, Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 7 p.m. Published as a project of Alison Bailey, Advertising Sales;
Center, 300 South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 717-794-2637. www.hawleymemorial. E Plus Copy Center & Promotions
10 a.m. Free. Arts & crafts, puppet com. James Rada, Jr., Contributing Editor; Deb Abraham Spalding, Publisher
show, hot dogs & hot chocolate. Special 17 ��� Come See Santa, Guardian Hose Co., 21
appearance by Santa & Mrs. Claus. POLICY: The publisher of The Catoctin Banner reserves the right to revise, reclassify, or reject any advertisement or any article
10 ���� Holiday Craft Bazaar, Fort Ritchie for any reason, at any time, and to omit all copy when not submitted in time to conform with deadline. The views expressed in
Community Center,14421 Lake Royer
Dr., Cascade, MD. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Over 50 advertisements may not be those supported by the staff of The Catoctin Banner. The deadline for submission is no later than the
vendors! 301-241-5085. www.thefrcc.org.
20th of the month prior to the issue month. Information and advertising copy received after the deadline will be accepted at the
10 ���� 5th Annual Santa Run 5K & 10K,
Monocacy Village Park, 409 Delaware Rd., discretion of the publisher. The publisher assumes no liability for misinformation, misprinting, or typographical errors. The publisher
Frederick, MD. Race starts 8:30 a.m. w/
packet pick-up & same-day registration at reserves the right to edit all submitted material.
6:30 a.m. Registration closes on active.com
12/9 at 11 p.m. Registration race day: 6:30-
7:45 a.m. www.frederickymca.org/events/
5 ������ “Served with Grace” Free Community event/2016-santa-run-5k-10k. N. Church St., Thurmont, MD. 11 a.m.- w/surprise “light” for each to use & take
Meal (first Monday each month), 10 ���� Holiday Open House, Eyler Stables Flea 1 p.m. Ages birth-10. home. 7:30 p.m.: Service w/lots of different
Graceham Moravian Church, 8231- A 17 ��� Holiday Story & Craft Hour w/Miss styles of music, story of Christ foretold;
Rocky Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 5:30-7 p.m. Market, 137 Emmitsburg Rd., Thurmont. Mary Anne, Blue Ridge Summit Free candle lighting.
All are welcome. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Browse flea market, mingle Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge 24 ���� Christmas Eve Lovefeast and Candlelight
w/vendors, enjoy sales, sip hot cider. Lots Summit, PA. 11 a.m. 717-794-2240. Services, Graceham Moravian Church,
5 ������ 28th Annual Evening of Christmas Spirit, of holiday décor & one-of-a-kind gift items. 17 ��� Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting, 8231- A Rocky Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 5
the Emmitsburg Square, Emmitsburg. Enter drawing for gift certificate. Niki 301- Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 9 p.m. Children’s Choir &
Begins 5 p.m. Holiday music, tree lighting 471-5158. Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, message: 5 p.m.; Bells of Grace Handbell
& a visit from Santa, followed by hot dogs, 10 ���� Christmas Craft Fair & Vendor Sale, PA. 4-6:30 p.m. Songs of the season by Choir & Hosanna Choir: 7 p.m. All are
hot chocolate, music, hay rides & more at Vigilant Hose Co. Fire Hall, 25 W. Main St., Rich Fehle; fire truck rides; horse-drawn welcome. 301-271-2379.
the Carriage House Inn. Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Crafts, vendors, wagon rides; s’mores on the plaza; Santa; 24 ���� Christmas Eve Candlelight Service,
food & baked goods, Christmas items yard and more. 717-794-2240. Lewistown United Methodist Church,
5 ������ Christmas Open House, Thurmont United sale. Sponsored by VHC Auxiliary. 18 ���� Free Vegetarian Community Special, 11032 Hessong Bridge Rd., Lewistown,
Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd., 10 ��� ThorpeWood’s 17th Annual Holiday Catoctin View SDA Church, 15601 Rt. MD. 7 p.m. “Festival of Lessons and
Thurmont. Doors open 6 p.m. Annual Open House, 13002 Mink Farm Rd., 15N, Thurmont. Every third Sunday. 3-5 Carrols,” Composed of Scripture and
Community Clothes Closet Christmas Thurmont. 3-8 p.m. Fun for whole family. p.m. Dora 240-440-1224 for more info./ Christmas Carols. Special offering for the
Open House: toys/games/books available; 301-271-2823. www.thorpewood.org. reserve your spot. Thurmont Food Bank. 301-898-7888.
brief Christmas program for all; shopping 10 ����Bingo Bash, to benefit Ed Little Van Fund, 19 ���� Mackenzie’s Light (a bereavement & drug 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Tom’s Creek
for clothes. 301-271-4511. Mother Seton School, 100 Creamery Rd., awareness support group), Thurmont UMC, 10926 Simmons Rd., Emmitsburg.
Emmitsburg. Doors open 5 p.m.; games Regional Library, Thurmont. 6:30 Children Service: 4 p.m.; Traditional
6 ������ Old Fashion Bingo, Sponsored by Vigilant 7 p.m. $35/in advance; $45/at door. 23 p.m. Matthew Garlington, a recovered Candlelight Service: 7 p.m.; Candlelight
Hose Co. Auxiliary, Emmitsburg Fire hall, games pay $200; 2 games pay $1,000. addict, shares his story & friendship with Service w/Communion: 11 p.m. www.
Emmitsburg. Doors open 5 p.m.; Early Mary Lou 240-285-3184 or Pam 717- Mackenzie. Anyone impacted by family tomscreekumc.org.
Birds 6:50 p.m.; Regular Bingo 7 p.m. Basic 642-9335. drug abuse or loss of a loved one is welcome. 24 ����Christmas Eve Service, Elias Lutheran
Package $8. 10 ��� Christmas Open House, Seton Family Becky 301-524-8064 or go to Facebook. Church, 100 W. North Ave., Emmitsburg.
Store, 16840 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 20 ���� Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, 7 p.m. Candlelight Service. All families
6 ������ Thurmont Caregiver Support Group (held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Santa 10 a.m.-noon. Light Christ’s Community Church, 303 West welcome. www.eliaslutheranchurch.com.
first Tuesday of the month), Thurmont refreshments avail. 301-447-6102. Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; 24 ����Christmas Eve Service, Eyler’s Valley
Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 10 ��� Museums by Candlelight, holiday-themed doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. Chapel, 7504 Hampton Valley Rd.,
6-7 p.m. RSVP: Terry Miller 301-471- programs at 20 museums and historic An adventure for adults to discover the Emmitsburg. 5 p.m.; 6:30 p.m.; 8 p.m.;
3146. Group open to anyone caring for a sites throughout Frederick County. North answer for: “Why do bad things happen 9:30 p.m.; 11 p.m. 78 candles glow; organ
loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or any County sites: Catoctin Furnace Historical to good people?” Story & activity time for music.
memory disorder. Society, 12607 Catoctin Furnace Road, children. Free dinner for family (6:30-7:30 25 ���� Christmas Morning Service, Tom’s Creek
Thurmont; Frederick County Fire and meal in dining hall). Register: on-line @ UMC, 10926 Simmons Rd., Emmitsburg.
6 ������ Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, Rescue Museum, 300B South Seton catoctinpregcenter.org. Christ’s Community 9:30 a.m. Kids can come in pajamas w/
Christ’s Community Church, 303 West Avenue, Emmitsburg; National Shrine Church 301-447-4224. blessing of the toys. www.tomscreekumc.
Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, 339 South 22 ���� Holiday Movie, Blue Ridge Summit Free org.
doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. An Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg; Thurmont Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge 25 ���� Christmas Day Worship Service, Graceham
adventure for adults to discover the answer Historical Society, 11 North Church Summit, PA. 6 p.m. 717-794-2240. Moravian Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge
for: “Why I don’t feel God right now?” Street, Thurmont; Thurmont Regional 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Weller United Rd., Thurmont. 10 a.m. All are welcome.
Story & activity time for children. Free Library, 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont. Methodist Church, 101 N. Altamont Ave., 301-271-2379.
dinner for family (6:30-7:30 meal in dining Beginning at noon. City of Frederick sites Thurmont. 7 p.m. & 9 p.m. 301-271-2802. 25 ���� Christmas Day Service, Thurmont United
hall). Register: on-line @ catoctinpregcenter. will remain open until 7 p.m., most other www.wellerumc.com. Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd.,
org. Christ’s Community Church 301-447- sites will conclude programs at 5 p.m. 24 ���� Traditional Candlelight Service, Deerfield Thurmont. 9 a.m. Old fashioned lessons,
4224. Hosted by the Frederick Historic Sites United Methodist Church, 16405 Foxville the story of Jesus, singing, Christmas carols
Consortium. Free. 301-600-4047. Deerfield Rd., Sabillasville, MD. 8 p.m. & candle lighting.
6 ������ Quilting Club “Summit Stitchers,” Blue 12 ���� Recording Grandma-Family Heritage 301-241-3036. 25 ���� Christmas Day Service, Weller United
Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 During the Holidays, Thurmont Regional 24 ���� Mt. Tabor Churches Christmas Eve Merry Methodist Church, 101 N. Altamont Ave.,
Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, PA. Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont. Community Mingle. 5:30-7 p.m. Meet Thurmont. 10 a.m. (combined). 301-271-
5:30 p.m. New members welcome! 717- 7-8:30 p.m. Join local Emmy-awarding & mingle w/the members of the Mt. 2802. www.wellerumc.com.
794-2240. winning historian/producer, Chris Haugh, Tabor Churches. Music, games, gifts & 25 ���� Worship Christmas Day, Graceham
to learn the finer details of collecting family refreshments. Fun for whole family. Mt. Moravian Church, 8231 A Rocky
7 ������ Free movie: Harry Potter and the Half- oral histories. 301-600-7212. Tabor Sunday School presents “Special Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 10 a.m. www.
Blood Prince (Rated PG-13), Blue Ridge 13 ���� Coffee House Adventure & Free Dinner, Deliver-Wrapped in the Father’s Love” 7:30 gracehammoravian.org.
Summit Free Library, 13676 Monterey Ln., Christ’s Community Church, 303 West p.m. 25 ����Christmas Service, Eyler’s Valley Chapel,
Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 5:30 p.m. 717- Lincoln Ave., Emimtsburg. 6-7:30 p.m.; 24 ���� Christmas Eve Early Service, St. John’s 7504 Hampton Valley Rd., Emmitsburg. 7
794-2240. doors open 5:45 p.m. Free admission. An Lutheran Church, Union Church, 8619 p.m. 78 candles glow; organ music.
adventure for adults to discover the answer Blacks Mill Rd., Creagerstown, MD. 5 p.m. 31 ���� New Year’s Eve Bingo Bash, Emmitsburg
8 ������ MotherSetonSchoolFeastoftheImmaculate for: “Why didn’t God answer my prayer?” Followed by a “Free” Dinner. Traditional Vol. Ambulance Co., 17701 Creamery Rd.,
Conception Mass, Mother Seton School, Story & activity time for children. Free Christmas Eve Service: 7:30 p.m. in 1908 Emmitsburg. Doors open 6 p.m.; games 8
100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 10:15 dinner for family (6:30-7:30 meal in dining Worship Space. Pastor Wayne presiding. p.m. Four $1,000 jackpots! All other games
a.m. www.mothersetonschool.org. hall). Register: on-line @ catoctinpregcenter. 24 ���� Christmas Eve Services, Thurmont United paying $200; roast beef platter. $50/person
org. Christ’s Community Church 301-447- Methodist Church, 13880 Long Rd., (includes 50 games). Tickets: Mary Lou
8 ������ Gingerbread House Workshop, Thurmont 4224. Thurmont. 5:30 p.m.: Service for children, 240-285-3184 or Pam 240-472-3484.
Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., 13 ���� Take-a-Tour Tuesday, Mother Seton School,
Thurmont. 5 p.m. Build and decorate a 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 The goal of The Catoctin Banner is to provide good
festive candy house. For grades 6-12. 301- p.m. 301-447-3161 or email Amy Myles community news and information for residents of
600-7212. [email protected] to set northern Frederick County, Maryland—promoting a
up a private tour. www.mothersetonschool.
10 ���� Story & Craft Hour w/Miss Nancy, org. sense of community pride and spirit.
Blue Ridge Summit Free Library, 13676 14 ���� Christmas Concert (featuring Bells of Grace
Monterey Ln., Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 11 Handbell Choir, Hosanna Voice Choir, Serving Northern Frederick County, Maryland Published on or before the beginning of each month. Publish
a.m. 717-794-2240. “Morning Star” soloists, Praise Team, 515B E. Main Street • Emmitsburg, MD 21727 date will be early if holidays or events warrant adjustment.
and congregational singing), Graceham Phone: 240-288-0108 Message Line AD/CONTENT DEADLINE: On or before the 15th of month
10 ���� Christmas Craft Fair & Vendor Sale, Moravian Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge
Sponsored by Vigilant Hose Co. Auxiliary, Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Donations of 301-447-2804 Store • Fax: 301-447-2946 prior to issue month. YEARLY SUBSCRIPTIONS: $15.00
Emmitsburg. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Shirley 301- canned goods for Thurmont Food Bank The Banner Crew: Barbara Abraham, Susan Allen, Jeanne
447-2703 or Mandy 717-398-8289. accepted. 301-271-2379. All are welcome. www.TheCatoctinBanner.com Angleberger, Theresa Dardanell, Anita DiGregory, Nicholas
16....”Catoctin Voices” Evening of Poetry, email: [email protected] DiGregory, Joan Fry, Avie Hopcraft, Jim Houck, Jr., Joseph Kirchner,
10 ���� Scandinavian Crafts and Treats, Thurmont The Creeger House, 11 N. Church St., CIRCULATION: 12,500 copies mailed to all Christine Maccabee, My Father’s Son, John Nickerson, Valerie
Regional Library, 76 E. Moser Rd., Thurmont. 7 – 9 p.m. Poetry readings homes in Thurmont, Lewistown, Rocky Ridge, Nusbaum, Erin Dingle, Carie Stafford, Maxine Troxell, Buck Reed,
Thurmont. 11 a.m.-noon. Discover the by attendees & guest poet. Refreshments Cascade, Sabillasville & Emmitsburg, MD and
traditions of a Scandinavian holiday. For served. Free. All ages welcome. 301- 418- handouts in surrounding areas. Denise Valentine, and Robert Warden.
grade 7-adult. 301-600-7212. 3375.
16 ���� Concert: Jacobs Brothers — A Legacy of Graceanne Eyler and Allison Rostad, Advertising Design; Michele
10 ���� Emmitsburg Lions Club’s Children Praise, Hawley Memorial Presbyterian Tester, Managing Editor and Layout Design;
Christmas Program, Emmitsburg Senior Church, Blue Ridge Summit, PA. 7 p.m. Published as a project of Alison Bailey, Advertising Sales;
Center, 300 South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 717-794-2637. www.hawleymemorial. E Plus Copy Center & Promotions
10 a.m. Free. Arts & crafts, puppet com. James Rada, Jr., Contributing Editor; Deb Abraham Spalding, Publisher
show, hot dogs & hot chocolate. Special 17 ��� Come See Santa, Guardian Hose Co., 21
appearance by Santa & Mrs. Claus. POLICY: The publisher of The Catoctin Banner reserves the right to revise, reclassify, or reject any advertisement or any article
10 ���� Holiday Craft Bazaar, Fort Ritchie for any reason, at any time, and to omit all copy when not submitted in time to conform with deadline. The views expressed in
Community Center,14421 Lake Royer
Dr., Cascade, MD. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Over 50 advertisements may not be those supported by the staff of The Catoctin Banner. The deadline for submission is no later than the
vendors! 301-241-5085. www.thefrcc.org.
20th of the month prior to the issue month. Information and advertising copy received after the deadline will be accepted at the
10 ���� 5th Annual Santa Run 5K & 10K,
Monocacy Village Park, 409 Delaware Rd., discretion of the publisher. The publisher assumes no liability for misinformation, misprinting, or typographical errors. The publisher
Frederick, MD. Race starts 8:30 a.m. w/
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6:30 a.m. Registration closes on active.com
12/9 at 11 p.m. Registration race day: 6:30-
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