Around Town
TUMC Vacation Bible School
Come along for an adventure with the TUMC Vacation Bible School, True North, on July 7-11. This is open to Pre-K (3) through 5th Grade at 13880 Long Road in Thurmont. View the advertisement on page 40 for more information.
Rocky Ridge Carnival
It is carnival time! Come out to Mt. Tabor Park to support the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival on August 11-16. Bring the family for food, games, live entertainment, and fun. The parade will be on August 13 at 7:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 53 for a full list of entertainment and more information.
Garfield UMC Church Picnic Fundraiser
Come out to the Garfield UMC for its Church Picnic Fundraiser at the Church Picnic Grounds (Corner of Brandenburg Hollow & Garfield Roads, Smithsburg) on August 2, from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The event will include food, baked goods, ice cream, live music, kids’ games, a white elephant, crafts, and a Rada knife sale. Cash or checks only! View the advertisement on page 7.
Mt. Tabor Festival
Come out on July 19, from 3:00-8:00 p.m., for a night of Christian fellowship, food, and live music at the Mt. Tabor Church Park in Rocky Ridge. There is surely something for all ages! Music by Honky Tonk Twins from 5:00-8:00 p.m. There will also be a small yard sale. View the advertisement on page 52.
Free Concert & Community Yard Sale at Tom’s Creek UMC
Join Tom’s Creek UMC at The Promised Land, located at 10918 Taneytown Road/Rt. 140 in Emmitsburg, for a free concert on July 26, featuring The Hyssongs. A free dinner will be served at 5:00 p.m. The concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. On August 9, a Community Yard Sale will be held from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 53 for more information.
Western Maryland Reptile Show
Come see a large selection of legal, healthy reptiles and supplies in a safe and informative environment on July 26, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., at the Frederick Fari Grounds, located at 797 E. Patrick Street in Frederick. Adults and Ages 12+ are $10.00, Ages 6-11 are $5.00, and Ages 5 and under are free. View the advertisement on page 5 for more information.
Graceham Moravian Served with Grace Dinner & Vacation Bible School
Graceham Moravian Church, located at 8231-A Rocky Ridge Road in Thurmont, will hold the church’s monthly Served With Grace Free Dinner on Monday, July 7, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. The church will also hold Vacation Bible School on July 21-25. Register at the church website. View the advertisement on page 53.
Apples UCC Christmas In July Hymn Sing
Yes, Christmas in July! Come get in the holiday spirit by joining the Apples Church UCC for its Christmas in July Hymn Sing on July 26 at 3:00 p.m. at 7908 Apples Church Road in Thurmont. Light refreshments will be served. View the advertisement on page 3.
First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School
Join the First Baptist Church of Thurmont for its summer Vacation Bible School on July 13-17, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at 7 Sunny Way in Thurmont. Make new friends, play games, and enjoy snacks and incredible music. View the advertisement on page 26 for more information.
Elias Yard Sale & Bake Sale
Stop by and browse for treasures or a tasty treat at the Elias Lutheran Church Yard & Bake Sale. The sale will take place on July 24, 25, and 26, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., at 100 W. North Avenue in Emmitsburg. View the advertisement on page 6 for more information.
A Night of Line Dancing
Grab your boots and head on down to the New Midway Fire Hall for a Night of Line Dancing. The event will take place on July 12, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. View the advertisement on page 6 for more information.
Tractor Ride
Grab the tractor out of the barn and head over to Mt. Tabor Park in Rocky Ridge for the Tractor Parade on August 9. Tractors will line up at 10:00 a.m. and pull out at 11:00 a.m. Call George for more information at 410-259-6240. View the advertisement on page 7 for more details.
Rocky Ridge Chicken BBQ Drive-Thru
Grab yourself some delicious pit beef, ham, or turkey sandwiches at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Chicken BBQ Sale Drive-Thru on July 26 at 13527 Motter’s Station Road in Rocky Ridge. Pickup will be from 11:00 a.m. until sold out. Chicken BBQ Platters are $15.00 and include a quarter chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, applesauce, a dinner roll, and a drink. Pre-order by going online at www.rockyridgevfc.com or by calling the numbers listed in the advertisement on page 13.
Thurmont Farmers Market
Stop by Frederick County’s largest Farmers Market for fresh fruits, vegetables, locally raised meats, coffee, honey, soaps, crafts, and much more! Every Saturday through September 27, from 9:00 a.m.-Noon, at the Thurmont Community Park. Each Saturday will feature different food trucks. View the advertisement on page 17 for the list of food trucks and for more information.
2025 Summer Gun Bash
The Thurmont Community Ambulance Company will host its 2025 Summer Gun Bash on Saturday, August 2, at the Thurmont Event Complex in Thurmont. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. The event will be held from Noon-5:00 p.m. Cost is $20.00 per person and includes food, beer, wine coolers, and soda. The last drawing of the day will be for $10,000. For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, view the advertisement on page 22.
Free Backpacks & School Supplies
The Seton Center in Emmitsburg is offering free backpacks and school supplies to support families in need. Applications will be accepted July 7-18. The center is also accepting monetary donations and supplies. View the advertisement on page 39.
Thurmont Lions Club Sandwich Sales
The Thurmont Lions Club will once again be selling its pit beef, pork, ham, and turkey sandwiches on August 2 and August 30, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (or until sold out) at the Bell Hill Farm on Rt. 15 in Thurmont. View the advertisement on page 23.
Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale
The Lewistown Volunteer Fire Department at 11101 Hessong Bridge Road in Thurmont will once again host its Indoor & Outdoor Yard Sale on July 19, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Stop by and browse the many vendors and grab a bite to eat. View the advertisement on page 49.
Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Bingo
Mark your calendar for the next Bingo at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company in Rocky Ridge on Saturday, July 12. 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 37 for more details.
Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show
It’s time for the 69th Annual Thurmont & Emmitsburg Community Show on September 5-7 at Catoctin High School. The Baked Goods Auction will be on Friday, September 5, at 7:30 p.m., with the Grand and Reserve Champion being sold at 8:00 p.m. Kountry Kitchen will also be catering two buffets to benefit the Community Show. Saturday will be Roast Turkey and Baked Ham Buffet and Sunday will be the Broasted Chicken and Pork BBQ Buffet. On Saturday, from 6:15-7:00 p.m., The Noteables Chorus of Homewood (directed by Gail Slezak, former Music Director at CHS) will perform, with a special guest performance by Richard Troxell from 7:00-7:15 p.m. View the advertisement on page 16 for more information.
“A Day in the Park”
Thurmont Parks & Recreation presents “A Day in the Park” Camps for ages 6-12, from 8:30 a.m.-Noon. Each week is filled with nature explorations, group games, art projects, and science experiments. Week 2, Eco-Quest Expedition, is July 14-18; and Week 3, Mad Scientist in the Wild, is August 4-8. For more information about how to register and details about the camp, view the advertisement on page 38.
Frederick County Parks & Rec Summer Events
Join Frederick County Parks & Rec for some fun this summer! Offering fun for all ages, through camps, fitness, sports, nature, history, and parks. There is sure to be something for everyone. Browse the offerings at www.recreater.com or view the advertisement on page 38 for more information.
Line Dancing & Food Trucks Fundraiser
Two-steppin’ good times await! Come out with a night of Line Dancing and Food Trucks to support Sabillasville Environmental School on July 18. Food trucks will be at the school from 5:00-9:00 p.m., with part of the sales being donated. From 6:00-9:30 p.m., join the fun with some Line Dancing led by an instructor. View the advertisement on page 17.
Rocky Ridge Sportsmen Dinner
The Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company will hold its annual Sportsman’s Dinner on September 27. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with dinner served at 6:00 p.m. The cost is $30.00 per person. For tickets, see an RRVFC member or go to www.rockyridgegevfc.com. For more information, view the advertisement on page 41.
Sabillasville Mountain Fest
Come out to the 49th Annual Sabillasville Mountain Fest, which benefits the Sabillasville Environmental School Parent Teacher Organization. The event will take place on October 11, from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., and October 12, from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The Car Show will be held on Saturday, October 11, with a rain date of October 12. The Tractor Show will be all weekend. Vendors wanted! View the advertisement on page 53 for details.
Michael Kors Purse & Cash Bingo
The AMVETS Post 7 Ladies Auxiliary is holding a Michael Kors Purse & Cash Bingo to benefit the Child Welfare Project on Sunday, September 14. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Bingo begins at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $35.00 each and include 10 purse games, 10 $100 games, 50/50, and a jackpot. Purchase tickets at the Post, located at 26 Apples Church Road in Thurmont, or call 240-405-2453. View the advertisement on page 53.
Dirty Dawg Summer Celebration
Bring the pups and come help Dirty Dawg celebrate summer on July 13, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The Husky Hut Coffee Food Truck will be onsite, serving up delicious coffee. View the advertisement on page 24 for more information.
School Supply Drive
Beth Ohler Group of J&B Real Estate is running a School Supply Drive throughout the summer. The donations will support the Catoctin & Walkersville feeder patterns. Donations can be dropped off at Kelco Plumbing, Thurmont Kountry Kitchen, and J&B Real Estate, Inc (Walkersville). For more information, visit the advertisement on page 7.
