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Take a Shot at Growth

FriendsofFrederickCounty — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:58:34 -0000

What does growth mean to you? How does it affect your quality of life? Help us show the citizens of Frederick County how sprawl can change the world around them.

To participate in our Qualify of Life Photo Contest:

Submit a digital photo of photo essay by August 10, 2008 to friends@friendsoffrederickcounty.org (must be jpeg format, preferably sized 800 x 600 for web)

Also send:
1. Text about the photos and issues
2. Location of the photo(s)
3. Name and contact information for photographer
4. Permission for use of the original resolution photo(s) for educational purposes; credit will be given

Citizens vote-
And the winner received a gift basket of $175 worth of TerrEssentials USDA Certified Organic and 100% natural, locally fair-made personal care products!
(http://www.terressentials.com)
Providing photos are suitable for display, after August 10, 2008, they will be on the www.we-draw-the-line.org site for public vote.

Winner to be announced August 20, 2008.

Take a Shot at Growth

FriendsofFrederickCounty — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:58:31 -0000

Kids are Heroes Day

teamcharlie — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:09:45 -0000

You may have seen the article in the FNP about Kids are Heroes (www.kidsareheroes.com) published on June 10. It is a website that promotes and showcases children doing exceptional things in our community. The idea is that when other kids see the site, it inspires them to do something in their own neighborhood.

The FSK Mall is having a "Kids are Heroes" Day on September 6th. Many of the local "heroes" will be there spreading the word about their causes and collecting donations. There will be a ceremony where they will receive their "Kids are Heroes" certificates. We need a celebrity emcee to help bring in people. Anyone have any suggestions?

Kids eat free on July 15 at CalTort

guy1320 — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:35:38 -0000

That's right--not only was California Tortilla voted Best Vegetarian Restaurant by Washingtonian Magazine readers, we also were voted Best Kid's Casual Restaurant. Yee-ha!

So to celebrate, on Tuesday, July 15th (tomorrow) we're giving all kids 10 and under a free kid's meal. The only rules are that the kids must be present (6'3" ten year olds will be looked upon suspiciously) and one adult entree must be purchased for every 2 free kid's meals.

And if that's not enough of an incentive, for every kid's meal we give away that day, we'll be giving a free kid's meal coupon to the fabulous Make-A-Wish Foundation.

One World Everybody Eats

Jessica_Feltz — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:08:18 -0000

I read about this restaurant in UT where nobody is turned away from a meal for inability to pay. Everybody is asked to pay what they can afford, or what they feel the meal warranted--no set prices. Those without disposable income are offered opportunities to "volunteer" in the kitchen, garden, or elsewhere in the community in exchange for meal vouchers (one hour of volunteering = one meal voucher). Children under the age of 8 can also eat off of their parents' meal vouchers. Or they can ask to have their meal portions reduced to fit their financial budget. The kitchen also serves complimentary Dal and Rice (Indian beans & rice) to absolutely everybody...no conditions. The intention of this non-profit restaurant is to end hunger, beginning within their own community.

From the website: "The kitchen has no set menu. This lets the cooks use their creativity to prepare a variety of seasonal soups, salads, entrees, and desserts. The food stuffs are all-organic and the cuisine ranges from vegeterian to meat. There is a large vegan selection. The cafe provides water, coffee and teas, regular and soy milk but no soft drinks or alcohol. You may bring non-alcoholic drinks if you like."

Their website is www.oneworldeverybodyeats.com. How do you think something like this would go over in Frederick?

Blue Thong Society inaugural meeting

debcoons — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 12:18:54 -0000

A new group is forming for dynamic women only that continue to fight for their youth, embrace life, enjoy socializing and are fulfilled by helping others that are less fortunate. The first gathering is this Thursday, July 17 at 6:30 at 6380 Meandering Woods Ct, Frederick, 21701. Contact for directions: debbie@itsshowtime.net
Check out: www.bluethongsociety.com and join us for the fun of it!

Upcoming Orientation

teamcharlie — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:02:41 -0000

Hello everyone,
I am glad to join this site as I am very involved in the Frederick community. For all of you pet lovers out there, I just wanted to inform you of an upcoming orientation that will be conducted by Wags for Hope, which is a group of volunteers that take their pets out into the community to visit folks. The website is www.wagsforhope.org and the orientation is Sunday July 13th at 1PM at the Holly Hills Country Club. You'll need to sign up through the website to get started. I am also just diving in to blogging about things in our community. If anyone is interested that address is http://gabeoneill.wordpress.com. I have yet to learn all the do's and dont's as there is much more to blogging than just spitting out your thoughts, but I am working on it. Would be happy to hear some suggestions from all you professionals out there. Cheers.

Carnival worker on bail for child molestation to work Frederick Fair in Sept.

Rene_shoemaker — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 02:37:41 -0000

Iam very concerned because I was told this company comes to the fair, called Wheelock rodes.NY has liberal laws allowing folks like this to work at carnivals around kids.I hope somebody in MD does something to prevent him from working here.He is out on bail and related to the owner of the ride provider,thats why they won't fire him and want this hushed up.

http://senecafallslocalinfo.com/news/news_story...

The Comedy Pigs' latest original sketch show opens this weekend!

velvetseas — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:55:30 -0000

The Comedy Pigs, Frederick's local improv troupe & the region's longest running troupe of it's kind, presents their latest original sketch show opening this weekend! Runs July 11 - August 8th!

** This Friday, July 11th, when you buy 1 ticket, you get a 2nd FREE!!! **

Coming off the success of their wacky original Christmas show "Wreck The Halls", this fast paced romp features classic Comedy Pig humor. Lampooning the "hottest" topic of the day, The Comedy Pigs take an irreverent look at the Green Movement through their crazy characters, songs and improv comedy.

“There’s A Run In My Ozone Layer” opens July 11th at 8:00 pm and runs every Friday and Saturday night through August 8th. Rated PG-13. Tickets are just $15! At that price, it's cheaper than a gallon of gas!

Read all about the show & see some teaser photos at:
http://www.marylandensemble.blogspot.com/

<img src="http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t150/thecomedypigs/smallposter-1.jpg">

Yet another Frederick Food Blog

sixgables — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:06:24 -0000

Hi all, I just wanted to announce that I've thrown yet another Frederick Food Blog into the ring (perhaps our town slogan should be "We like to eat."). I enjoy reading all the others I've found, but there didn't seem to be another directed at vegetarians. Now there is! My family and I love to cook and eat out and, well, talk about cooking and eating out. We just don't eat meat, is all. I'm giving brief restaurant reviews, checking out the farmer's markets, and trying new things.
Deana

http://frederickvegetarian.wordpress.com

need a restaurant for 75-100

joules — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:26:27 -0000

I need to hold a business dinner for 75-100 people in Frederick. We've been to Mealey's, Red Horse, Dutch's Daughter. We want somewhere nice, but we're feeling a budget pinch this year, so I'm looking for someplace new.

Interested in Volunteering? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick

bbbsamp11 — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:51:29 -0000

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Frederick is currently seeking volunteers to be a "Big" Brother or "Big" Sister. By mentoring a youth, you can make a difference in a child's life today! You can find out more information on our website:

http://www.bbbsfrederick.org/faq.htm

If you have any questions, our email is bbbs@crosslink.net or our number is 301-694-9455.

Fishing hotspots

TheMika — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 15:06:28 -0000

Just wanted to know where all you people go fishing in and around the Frederick area. ^.^

Walkable downtown?

ljadams — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 19:15:50 -0000

I posted a few months ago about moving to Frederick with my husband and two small kids. We are getting closer and closer to making the move, having visited quite a bit now. One of the biggest criteria for us is a city/town where we can walk to get most of the things we need. I hate driving our car around the suburbs all day with two kids strapped in to pick up a few things. I know there are a lot of restaurants and interesting stores in downtown, but are there also basic stores? I saw the posts about a lack of a grocery store (bummer), but what about a drugstore, bakery, deli, butcher, etc? If I have to drive for groceries, fine, but I don't want to move downtown and have to drive everywhere for other things.

Thanks!

Can you recommend a henna tattoo artist?

MerryC — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 02:59:44 -0000

I want to get a henna tattoo for the summer. Something intricate. Can anyone recommend a local?

Question about Onica Prall Preschool

fungusblogs — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:19:15 -0000

Hello, does anyone have an opinion about Onica Prall Preschool? If you sent your kids there, could you please tell me what you liked about it. Did you think that the two hours a day/three day a week schedule was good? Thanks for any information.

Not everybody uses Craigslist...

Cygnus — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 04:11:09 -0000

On the website for the popular HoCoMo Freddie's Trading Post classified publication is a supposedly companion biweekly called the Monocacy Valley Trading Post. Has anyone ever seen print versions of this? If so, where?

And are there any other places to run classified ads in Frederick County besides the News-Pest or Craigslist?

I wonder why the Pennysaver doesn't publish out here; it gets wide use in Howard and Anne Arundel Counties. And the Merchandiser that I get is nothing like the publication of the same name across the Mason-Dixon Line; there are no reader classifieds.

There's a real business opportunity here in Frederick County for someone to get a hard copy publication of reader ads into consumers' hands.

For giveaways, there's always Freecycle, and I use it regularly.

Does anyone know about the furniture store?

Pepe — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:28:36 -0000

I know this is a very long shot, but does anybody know how to contact the owners of a little antique shop on Patrick that used to be across the street from the Beans & Bagel shop in downtown Frederick? There's a new, swankier home accessories and furniture store instead now.
They had a map out in front where you could place pins to mark where you are from. My wife and I have been trying to find out what happened to them because they used to carry all sorts of mid century modern furniture at very affordable prices.
Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks.

Preschool Question

fungusblogs — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 19:58:35 -0000

Hello, I was wondering if anyone is familiar the preschool at Brookhill United Methodist Church on Indian Spring Road off of Yellow Spring. If you could share any experiences or opinions about it, I would appreciate the information. Thanks.

Mayor & Board of Alderman Meeting 6/7

juliew — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:11:51 -0000

If you live in the area of of 7th or 8th street or surrounding streets in Frederick this could have a big impact on you.

My husband and I live on East 8th St. in Frederick directly behind Dairy Maid Dairy. They own a 100 year old house that has a restrictive covenant stating that the property can only be used for residential purposes (it's located at 706 Vernon Ave. between 7th & 8th St). Dairy Maid has asked the City to remove the covenant to clear the way for the demolition of the historic farmhouse so they can construct a 62 ft. high, 22,607 sq. ft. cooling tower 3 feet off of the street. The proposed structure will be located in the middle of a residential area and residents do not believe this is a proper use for the property. Additionally, if built, the cooling tower would triple the existing capacity on the site which would lead to a large increase in tanker trucks delivering milk product to the site.

Dairy Maid is asking for the City to terminate the residential covenant. The residents oppose any change to the covenant. This item is on the agenda for the Mayor and Alderman's public meeting on Thursday, June 5th at 7pm at City Hall. We need concerned citizens to come out to request that the Mayor and Alderman keep the covenant in place.

For additional information contact joewhitehair@yahoo.com

Police News

luckygirl — Thu, 29 May 2008 04:08:29 -0000

We live right by Rte 15 and often, (esp tonight for a good 30 minutes and last week gun shots!!), hear sirens, ambulances, etc., etc. Is there any way to find out what is going on when it is happening, or shortly thereafter? The FNP never seems to report any of this, and as a concerned neighbor it would be nice to know what is going on in my own community.

Community Wish Project ~ Voting is underway!

mom2chicks — Tue, 27 May 2008 12:01:34 -0000

The nominees are in and we are currently voting for the beneficiary of the 2009
Community Wish Calendar.

Please take a look and cast your vote!
http://communitywish.blogspot.com

The 2009 Wish Calendar is a classic 12 month calendar featuring the artwork of photographer Christine Lillard of Eyes of a Child Photography. The photographs will be simple yet stunning images of mothers, newborns, toddlers, in natural lighting and settings in and around our own community.

The proceeds of the Wish Calendar will be donated entirely to the chosen local organization.

Nominees include...

Billy Miller NICU
Camp Jamie
Hope Alive
Heartly House
Families Plus
Pregnancy Center of Frederick
Children's National Medical Center Diabetes Program

Thanks for your time! Feel free to pass this message onto friends and family so we can spread the word for this great cause!

--

~Christine Lillard
Community Wish Project
301 325 8290 301 293 1397
http://communitywish.blogspot.com

G&T Magnet Program in FCPS

Jessica_Feltz — Mon, 26 May 2008 21:14:22 -0000

If anyone has any feedback concerning the G&T/Magnet program, I would love to hear from you. Whether it's good or bad, from the persective of a parent, teacher, or administrator...I'm trying to make an informed decision for my boys and would appreciate any insights and experiences you may have to share. They'd be enrolling in New Market in the fall, but since we don't know if we'll stay in this community forever, I'm open to hearing feedback from all 3 programs (North Frederick, Urbana, and New Market). Thank you!

Does anyone else like classical music, jazz, good wine and food, and exploring museums and other interesting things?

BabyDoe — Tue, 20 May 2008 22:41:37 -0000

I am tired of going to concerts, gallery openings, wine tastings, and other such events by myself. Are there any groups in Frederick dedicated to such activities? Or are there any other people out there who would like to share these experiences?

Frederick newcomer needs help !!

pamw — Sat, 10 May 2008 05:56:59 -0000

Hi,
I am planning to move back to Frederick in a few months except now my daughter is 13 and fighting this every step of the way. Are there any 'safe' online chat sites where my daughter could chat with other teens in Frederick? She will be in 8th grade next year, and of course the move from California is her worst nightmare! (mine is living here in California!) Anyway, she is shy and terribly affraid she wont know anyone, and Im thinking if maybe she could interact with teens she will meet, and possibly go to school with, it may help her anxiety. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you very much!
Pam