Around Town
Pippinfest
The 2026 Pippenfest will be celebrating 250 years of freedom at its annual outdoor festival on September 26 and 27, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (rain or shine). The day includes crafters, food, live music, car show, quilt exhibit, and kids’ entertainment corner. View the advertisement on page 33 for more information.
Town of Emmitsburg Elections
The Town of Emmitsburg will hold elections on September 29, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Emmitsburg Community Building Gymnasium on S. Seton Avenue. Elections are for Mayor and one Commissioner seat. View the advertisement on page 40 for more information.
Frederick County Fall Recreater Now Open
Registration for Frederick County Parks and Recreation Recreator is now open. Sign up for exciting programs for the whole family, including fitness, sports, history, dance, cooking, nature, and more! To register, go to www.recreator.com or view the advertisement on page 35.
Indian Lookout Shotgun & 3-D Archery Shoots
The Indian Lookout Conservation Club in Emmitsburg will be hosting Shotgun Shoots (12 gauge and 410) on September 6, September 20, October 4, October 18, and November 1. Registration starts at noon. Shoots start at 1:00 p.m. 3-D Archery Shoots are on Thursday evenings, starting at 5:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 27 for more information.
Cash Bingo
Join the Thurmont Ambulance Company for a Cash Bingo on Sunday, September 20, at the Thurmont Event Complex. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Bingo begins at 1:00 p.m. This is their Friday Night Bingo on a Sunday—no tickets needed. The kitchen will be open with regular menu items. Bingo cash prizes up to or over $1,500. View the advertisement on page 37 for more information.
Hurley Auction Property Showing – Frederick
Stop by 405 Delaware Road in Frederick for property showings on September 3, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Online bidding takes place through September 9. View the advertisement on page 37.
Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show
Come out and support agriculture in our community at the 70th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show at Catoctin High School. Entry of exhibits will take place on Thursday, September 10, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Friday, September 11, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. All Baked Goods will be auctioned off on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday buffets by Thurmont Kountry Kitchen will be on Saturday, from 3:00 to 6:30 p.m. (roast turkey & baked ham), and Sunday, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (broasted chicken and pulled pork). There will be a variety of animal displays, exhibits, and activities for all ages, including the Livestock Sale at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. View the advertisement on page 25 for more details.
Emmitsburg Community Baptist Church Dedication Service
The Emmitsburg Community Baptist Church will celebrate its new church home and 15th Anniversary at a Dedication Service on September 20 at 10:00 a.m. Join them at their new location on 124 West Main Street in Emmitsburg, featuring a special sermon by Pr. Gary Buchman. Everyone is welcome to attend. View the advertisement on page 23.
Rocky Ridge Sportsman’s Dinner
Grab your tickets for the Rocky Ridge Sportsman’s Dinner on Saturday, September 26. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with dinner served at 6:00 p.m. Drawing begins at 7:00 p.m. The cost is a $30.00 donation per person. For a complete list of prizes and more information, view the advertisement on page 15.
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 15.
Hurley Auction Property Showing – Frederick
Stop by 469 Carrollton Drive in Frederick for property showings on Saturday, September 5, from noon to 1:00 p.m., and Friday, September 11, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Online bidding takes place through September 15. View the advertisement on page 15.
Emmitsburg Lions BBQ
Stop by for some delicious BBQ Chicken on September 19 at 10:00 a.m. at the Vigilant Hose Activity Building to support the Emmitsburg Lions Club. The meal includes a half chicken, potato salad, apple sauce, and chips for $14.00. Credit cards are accepted. View the details on page 13.
Baust Church Days
Join Baust UCC Church for its Baust Church Days, which includes a Yard Sale on Friday, Saturday 18, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Then, on Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., stop by for the Antique Car & Tractor Show & Apple Festival. Food, baked tables, yard sale, baked apples, ice cream, raffles, and children’s area. View the advertisement on page 12 for more information.
Grace “Rocky Hill” Food & Shopping Fair
Come ready to eat and shop on October 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Grace Rocky Hill Lutheran Church. Reserve food for pickup from noon to 3:00 p.m. (includes chicken corn soup, pints of hot beef, and ham sandwiches. Interested in being a vendor? Reserve your 10×10 space by October 10. View the advertisement on page 12 for more information.
Pioneer Baptist Church Holds Anniversary Celebration
Come celebrate Pioneer’s Baptist Church’s 50th Annual Anniversary on September 27. Sunday morning service is at 9:00 a.m., with evening service at 5:45 p.m. View the advertisement on page 11.
Catoctin Church of Christ Gospel Sing & Hog Roast
All are welcome to join the Catoctin Church of Christ for a Gospel Sing and Hog Roast on Saturday, October 3, at 4:00 p.m. at the Thurmont Community Park in the Large Pavilion. RSVP to CatoctinCOC@gmail.com. View the advertisement on page 11 for more details.
Round Up Sunday at Tom’s Creek Church
Saddle up and join Tom’s Creek UMC for its Round Up Sunday on September 20 at 9:00 a.m. Come dressed as you are or in your cowboy/cowgirl attire—all are welcome! View the advertisement on page 11.
Apples Church Events
You are invited to join Apples Church United Church of Christ for two free events! On Saturday, September 19, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, come learn the Japanese art form of Notan. On September 26, stop by for Eco-Printing “Make & Take,” from 10:00 a.m. to noon. All are welcome. View the advertisement on page 6.
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Tuesday Night Bingo
Bingo is back on Tuesday nights at the Thurmont AMVETS Post 7! Join the Ladies Auxiliary on September 15. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m. The cost is $20.00 and includes Jackpot. Bring a friend and receive an extra dauber and Jackpot card. All proceeds benefit the Veterans Hospital Programs. View the advertisement on page 9.
Apple Dumpling Sale
The Union Bridge Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is selling Apple Dumplings. The cost is $5.00 per dumpling (baked, unbaked, or sugar-free). Place your orders by September 15 by calling Charlene at 443-605-6252. Pickup will be on September 20 at 1:00 p.m. at the Union Bridge Fire Hall on 8 W. Locust Street in Union Bridge. View the advertisement on page 10.
Lions Club Sandwich Sale
The Thurmont Lions Club will be selling its pit beef, pork, ham, and turkey sandwiches on September 5, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (or until sold out), at the Bell Hill Farm on Rt. 15 in Thurmont. View the advertisement on page 11 for more information.
Barbeque Ribs, Steamed & Fried Shrimp
Come ready to eat for the Thurmont Ambulance Company’s Barbeque Ribs, Steamed & Fried Shrimp Feed (all-you-can-eat) on Saturday, September 26, at the Thurmont Event Complex. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. Dinner is from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The cost is $25.00 per person (includes wine coolers and beer). Take your chance at tip jars and 50/50. View the advertisement on page 33.
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 39.
Music at the AMVETS
