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January 2026 Community Calendar
1.... Bar Bingo (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Open to the public. 301-271-3371.
1.... 7 of Hearts Drawing (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Open to the public. Must buy ticket by 6 p.m. 301-271-3371.
2.... Bingo (every Friday night), Thurmont Event Complex, 13716 Strafford Dr., Thurmont. Doors open 5 p.m.; Bingo 6:45 p.m. Tip jars; food; jackpot up to $1,000. Benefits Thurmont Community Amb. Srv. www.thurmonteventcomplex.com.
2.... Unrulies Pickleball (Fridays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 1 p.m.
5.... Served With Grace Free Dinner, Graceham Moravian Church, 8231-A Rocky Ridge Rd., Thurmont. 5:30-7 p.m. www.gracehammoravian.org.
5.... Stitch & Chat, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 1 p.m. Also: 19.
5.... Balance & Strength (Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri.), Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 10:15 a.m.
5.... Chair Yoga (Mondays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 1 p.m.
5.... Exercise to Video (Mondays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 9:15 a.m.
6.... Yoga (Tuesdays), American Legion Post 168, 8 Park Ln., Thurmont. 5:30-6:30 p.m.
6.... Intermediate Pickleball (Tuesdays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 10 a.m.
7.... Bingo, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 1 p.m. Also: 21.
7.... Chair Yoga (Wednesdays), Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 10:15 a.m.
7.... Queen of Hearts Drawing (Wednesdays), American Legion Post 168, 8 Park Ln., Thurmont. 7:30 p.m.
7.... Cornhole Tournament, American Legion Post 168, 8 Park Ln., Thurmont. Doors open 5 p.m.; games 7 p.m.
7.... Coffee & Chit Chat (Wednesdays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 10 a.m.
7.... Unrulies Pickleball (Wednesdays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 1 p.m.
8.... Bar Bingo (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Open to the public. 301-271-3371.
8.... 7 of Hearts Drawing (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Open to the public. Must buy ticket by 6 p.m. 301-271-3371.
8.... Intermediate Pickleball (Thursdays), Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Noon.
8.... Bingo (Thursdays), American Legion Post 168, 8 Park Ln., Thurmont. 7 p.m.
8.... Line Dancing (Thursdays), American Legion Post 168, Upstairs, 8 Park Ln., Thurmont. 7 p.m.
9.... Zumba (Fridays), Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 9:30 a.m.
10.. Bingo, Rocky Ridge Vol. Fire Co., 13516 Motters Station Rd., Rocky Ridge. Doors open 5 p.m.; games 7 p.m. Food available for purchase.
10.. Open House, Stultz Fitness Training, 285 Boyle Rd., Fairfield, PA. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Why Stultz Fitness? Personal training by certified trainer, customized weight & nutrition programs & affordable prices. Can’t make it to the Open House? Call for a free consultation 717-334-6009.
12.. Kitty Comfort Hour, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 2 p.m.
14.. Make Gelatin Bird Feeders, Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg.
15.. Bar Bingo (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Open to the public. 301-271-3371.
15.. 7 of Hearts Drawing (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Open to the public. Must buy ticket by 6 p.m. 301-271-3371.
15.. Craftin’ In The Catoctins, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 1 p.m. Also: 29.
15.. Seated Massages by Marie Free, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
16.. Monthly Birthday Party, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 12:30 p.m.
21.. Focus Group with MGT Consultants, Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Noon.
21.. AMVETS Post 7 Ladies Auxiliary Bingo (every 3rd Wednesday each month), 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Doors open 5 p.m. Open to public. Door prizes. Pull tickets. Food available to purchase.
21.. Follow Along w/Demo to Make Mini-Trifle Dessert, Emmitsburg 50+ Center, 300A S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg.
22.. Bar Bingo (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Open to the public. 301-271-3371.
22.. 7 of Hearts Drawing (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Open to the public. Must buy ticket by 6 p.m. 301-271-3371.
23.. Catoctin Girls Basketball Alumni Night & 20th Anniversary Celebration of the State Championship, Catoctin High School, 14745 Sabillasville Rd., Thurmont. JV at 5:30 p.m. Varsity at 7 p.m. Introductions at halftime. Reception following game.
23.. Solo Aging Cafe, Thurmont Senior Center, 806 E. Main St., Thurmont. 12:30 p.m.
25.. Italian Night, Mother Seton School, 100 Creamery Rd., Emmitsburg. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tasty all-you-can-eat Italian feast (baked ziti, salad, garlic bread & assorted desserts). $14/adult (ages 14 & older); $8/kids (ages 3-13); Free/kids (ages 2 & under); $40/family price (immediate family only, 5-8 people). Tickets: online at mothersetonschool.org/pasta or at the door.
26.. RECCONNECT (thru June 1), New After School Program for Teens, Frederick Parks & Rec, Held at Thurmont Middle School, Thurmont. Mondays 2:30-4:30 p.m. Free. Registration required: recreater.com or 301-600-2936.
29.. Bar Bingo (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. 7 p.m. Open to the public. 301-271-3371.
29.. 7 of Hearts Drawing (Thursdays), Thurmont AMVETS Post 7, 26 Apples Church Rd., Thurmont. Open to the public. Must buy ticket by 6 p.m. 301-271-3371.
31.. 34th Annual Heritage Hunting Banquet, Monocacy Valley National Wild Turkey Federation, Held at Walkersville Fire Hall, 79 W. Frederick Rd., Walkersville. Doors open 5 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Delicious food served as well as beer & wine included with purchase of tickets. Cash bar for liquor. Silent & Live Auction, games, raffles & more. Many ways to win some awesome guns. Lee Jernigan 301-748-6390 or email Morgan Jernigan at morganjmvnwtf@gmail.com.
31.. Emmitsburg Lions Club & Emmitsburg Library Present “Roar Like A Lion,” Emmitsburg Library, 300 S Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free event. Students have the opportunity to earn service hours while participating in fun activities, including crafts, vision screenings, blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings & much more. Families encouraged to attend.
31.. Cash Bingo, Catoctin Safe & Sane 2026 Fundraiser, Lewistown Fire Hall, 11101 Hessong Bridge Rd., Thurmont.
31.. Mystery Dinner, JoAnn’s Ballroom, Carriage House Inn Restaurant, 200 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg. Reservations required. 301-447-2366 or chouseinn.com.
