Around Town
Thurmont Lions Holiday Bake Sale
No need to bake! You can grab all your homemade goodies for the holidays at the Thurmont Lions Club Bake Sale on November 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the foyer of Mountain Gate Restaurant. View the advertisement on page 53 for more information.
Weller UMC Events
Join Weller UMC in Thurmont for their special services and events in November. On November 1, they will celebrate All Saints Sunday. On November 14, join them for Friends Giving with a potluck at 5:00 p.m., and on November 29, for an Advent Celebration. View the advertisement on page 53 for more information.
Live Music at the Thurmont AMVETS
Check out the dates for live music at the Thurmont AMVETS! November 7, Firehouse DJ, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.; November 14, Hannah Ponce, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.; November 21, Two for the Road Band, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. This is open to the public, and there is no cover charge. Food is available for purchase until 7:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 51.
Kountry Kitchen Fundraiser for Harriet Chapel
Relax and grab dinner at Thurmont Kountry Kitchen on November 5 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Whether you dine-in or carryout, a portion of the proceeds will be donated back to Harriet’s Chapel. View the advertisement on page 51 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 of up to $1,500! Proceeds benefit Thurmont Community Ambulance. View the advertisement on page 48.
AMVETS Bar Bingo
Come ready to win every Thursday at Bar Bingo from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Thurmont AMVETS Post 7. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. The 10 of Hearts Drawing also takes place, with the current Jackpot at $12,415. Open to the Public. View the advertisement on page 48 for more information.
St. Anthony’s Bingo
Join St. Anthony’s for an evening of good food and old-fashioned bingo on November 7. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. The event includes 50/50, tip jars, raffles, and baked goods for sale. View the advertisement on page 45.
Lewistown Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale
Come browse for treasures at the Lewistown Volunteer Fire Company’s Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale on November 7 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Food will also be available for purchase from the Fire Hall. View the advertisement on page 45 for more information.
Tom’s Creek Yule Logs Candy Fundraiser
It is time for the Tom’s Creek Annual Yule Logs Candy Fundraiser. Flavors include Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Butter Logs and Dark Chocolate Coconut Logs. The cost is $15.00 per dozen or $8.00 for a half-dozen. For contact information on how to order, view the advertisement on page 41.
CHS Class of 2027 Safe & Sane Events
The Class of 2027 is holding two fundraisers for their Safe & Sane event. Try your luck at the Sportsman Dinner on November 14 or take a chance on a Squishy online raffle. For details, view the advertisement on page 60.
Wreaths Across America Fundraiser
No need to cook! Stop by the Thurmont Kountry Kitchen on November 18, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., and a portion of the proceeds from your meal will be donated to the Thurmont Lions Club Wreaths Across America Project. View the advertisement on page 40 for more information.
Thurmont Lions Club Bingo
Come ready to play Bingo with the Thurmont Lions Club on November 15 at the Guardian Hose Company Activities Building. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Bingo starts at 1:00 p.m. The cost is $25.00 per ticket. Bingo will feature a $1,000 Jackpot. View the advertisement on page 39.
Varney the Vampire or the Feast of the Blood
The Catoctin High School Theatre presents Varney the Vampire or Feast of the Blood on December 4 & 5 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $6.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased in advance using the QR code in the advertisement on page 37.
Afternoon of Music at Apples Church
Join Apples Church UCC for an afternoon of music with The Cornerstone Mennonite A Capella Choir on November 8 at 5:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 36 for more information.
Fall Soup & Sandwich Sale
Warm up with some homemade soups and sandwiches at the Baust UCC’s Fall Soup & Sandwich Sale. Pre-order by November 7. Pickup will be November 14, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. For information about pre-ordering and more details, view the advertisement on page 35.
Diwali Celebration
Help Main Street Thurmont celebrate Diwali, a Hindu tradition also know as the festival of lights on November 6, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Participating businesses will have lights in their windows, and the event will include a Henna tattoo artist, a Diwali children’s performance, and crafts for the kids. You can also try a free yoga session! 10 Tavern will be serving up authentic Indian dishes. View the advertisement on page 33 for more information.
S’mores with Santa
Get in the holiday spirit with Frederick County Parks and Recreation’s S’mores with Santa on December 3 at Utica Park. Gather around the campfire, enjoy s’mores and a hot cocoa bar, and share your Wishlist with Santa. Cost is $35.00 per fire pit. Registration is required. There are multiple 60-minute sessions. View the advertisement on page 33 for registration information.
Carroll Vista Annual Craft Fair
Start your holiday shopping at the Carroll Vista Annual Craft Fair on November 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event will include a variety of local vendors. View the advertisement on page 30 for more information.
Rocky Ridge Holiday Assistance Drive
The Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company is holding a Holiday Assistance Drive. Drop off new unwrapped toys, blankets/throws, or holiday meal items by December 13 at the Fire Hall. View the advertisement on page 30.
Thurmont Lions Club Christmas Cookie Contest
Do you like to bake and support a good cause? Bring six of your finest cookies for the Thurmont Lions Club Christmas Cookie Contest on December 11, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Cost is $10.00 per entry, and all proceeds go to local charities. For more information and a listing of prizes, view the advertisement on page 27.
Graceham Moravian Church Events
Graceham Moravian Church will hold its monthly Served with Grace Free Dinner on Monday, November 2, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. On November 14, stop by from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (or until sold out) for their Oyster Platter Carryout. View the advertisement on page 26 for more information.
St. Paul’s Fall Bazaar
Come ready to eat and shop at the St. Paul’s Fall Bazaar on November 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Food available includes country ham and turkey sandwiches, homemade soups, hot beef, hot dogs, and baked goods. Shop the flea market while you are there for a variety of goodies. View the advertisement on page 25 for more information.
Thurmont Lions Christmas Ornament Sale
It is time to order your Thurmont Lions Club Christmas Ornament! This year’s painting is of Apples Church First Christmas by local artist Rebecca Pearl. To pre-order, call 240-409-1747. Ornaments will be picked up in December. View advertisement on page 21 for details.
Thurmont Christmas Market Craft & Vendor Show
Come ready to shop for all those holiday gifts at the Thurmont Ambulance Company’s Christmas Market Craft & Vendor Show on November 21 & 22, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Food will be available for purchase from the Thurmont Ambulance Company. View the advertisement on page 21.
Breakfast with Santa and Christmas Bazaar
Join the Mother Seton School for its Annual Breakfast with Santa and Christmas Bazaar on December 5, from 8:00 a.m. to noon. Breakfast is $10.00 per person or $50.00 for families (5-8). Ages two and under eat free. Admission to the Bazaar is free. For information on being a vendor and tickets, view the advertisement on page 20.
Lions Club Fudge Sale
What makes a better gift or treat for yourself than fudge from the Thurmont Lions Club? Place your orders by December 13 by calling 301-606-7873. Cost is $17.00/pound or $9.00/half-pound. Orders will be picked up December 19, from 10:00 a.m. to Noon, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Thurmont. For a full list of flavors and more information view the advertisement on page 15.
Yard Sale
Come browse the Yard Sale at Elias Lutheran Church on November 12, 13 & 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the church. View the advertisement on page 10.
Children’s Christmas Party
Come celebrate the holidays with the Emmitsburg Lions Club at its Annual Children’s Christmas Party on December 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Vigilant Hose Company Activities Building. The event includes crafts, hot dogs, cookies, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus at Noon. View the advertisement on page 13.
Holiday Book Sale
The Friends of the Thurmont Library are hosting a Holiday Used Book Sale on December 5 at the Thurmont Regional Library. Stop by grab some books, and don’t forget to clip and bring your coupon for one free book. View the advertisement on page 15.
Country Breakfast & Butchering
The Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company’s Country Style Breakfast & Butchering is on Saturday, November 21, at the Activities Building on Motters Station Road, from 6:00 to 10:00 a.m. Butchering orders must be placed by November 14. For information on placing orders and more details, view the advertisement on page 15.
Veterans Day Service
Join Trinity United Church of Christ in Thurmont for its Veterans Day Celebration on November 8. Music begins at 10:00 a.m., with the service following at 10:15 a.m. The guest speaker is Retired Army Chaplain Jerry Sieg with patriotic music by The Solid Ground Band from Ft. Detrick. View the advertisement on page 7.
Homemade Applesauce Sale
Support the Thurmont Lions Club by purchasing homemade applesauce just in time for the holidays! The cost is $8.00 per quart (specify with or without sugar, and with or without cinnamon). Applesauce will be frozen. Call 301-271-0558 to reserve your order. Pickup will be on November 21 at Mountain Gate Restaurant. View the advertisement on page 7 for details.
New Year’s Eve Bingo
Ring in the New Year by winning some cash! The Thurmont Ambulance Company will hold its annual New Year’s Eve Bingo on December 31. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with games starting at 8:00 p.m. Over $17,000 in cash payouts. Advance Tickets are $50.00. Tickets at the door are $60.00. View the advertisement on page 6 for details.
Chicken Pot Pie and Ham Sandwich Sale
The colder weather is the perfect time to order some slippery chicken pot pie or country ham sandwiches from the Lewistown Methodist Church. Pot Pie is $9.00/qt., and Country Ham Sandwiches are $5.00. Advance orders are due by November 7 by emailing lumcpotpie@gmail.com. Pickup will be Saturday, November 14, from 11:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m., with baked goods also available. View advertisement on page 5.
Twelve Days of Christmas Lottery Drawing
Support the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company by purchasing tickets for the Twelve Days of Christmas Lottery Raffle. The cost is a $10.00 donation per ticket. The winner will be picked by the evening Maryland Pick 3 Lottery numbers for December 14-25. Get your tickets online at tockyridgeevfc.org or call one of the numbers listed in the advertisement on page 5.
Christmas Mart
Start your holiday shopping at the Christmas Mart on November 28 at the Union Bridge Fire Company. The Mart runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and includes over 30 vendors. Free parking and admission. Homemade food is also available for purchase. View the advertisement on page 15.
Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Bingo
Mark your calendars for the next Bingo at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company in Rocky Ridge on Saturday, November 14. 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 41.
