PSA for September 18^th through September 24^th

Marvin Chapel Thrift Shop is now having an end of the season sale.  Clothes by the bagful for the whole family, shoes, dishes, household items, artwork, books, etc.  The hours are Friday and Saturday from 10am till 2pm.  The church is located at 5101 Woodville Road, off of Rt. 144 between New Market and Mt. Airy.  For more information please call 301.829.1656.

The National Museum of Civil War Medicine has the following upcoming events:

v     To commemorate the 150^th anniversary of the Battle of Antietam, the Pry House Field Hospital Museum is hosting a special exhibit of Civil War artifacts recovered from the Antietam Battlefield.  The exhibit features a diverse collection of items found buried at the William Roulette Farm.  The exhibit will be displayed from now till September 29^th.

The National Museum of Civil War Medicine is located at 48 East Patrick Street in downtown Frederick.  For more information about their events please call 301.695.1864 or visit www.civilwarmed.org

The Pry House Field Hospital Museum is located at 18906 Shepherstown Pike on the Antietam National Battlefield in Keedysville, MD

Mother Seton School will be hosting the following events:

v     2012-2013 Registration is open at the school.  Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Transfer Interviews and Shadow Days are now being scheduled.  Enroll now.  For application and tour please call 301.447.3165 or email development@mothersetonschool.org

v     Thursday, September 20^th – Grandparents Day  will be held from 10:30am till 12:30pm.

v     Thursday, October 4^th – World Peace Prayer Service and Blessing of the Animals will be held, starting at 1:15pm.  Followed by the blessing in the circle in the front of the school.

This school is located at 100 Creamery Road in Emmitsburg, MD, and for more information about these or other school events please call 301.447.3161 or visit www.mothersetonschool.org

The Frederick County Humane Society is offering the following activities:

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v     Right now their emergency pet food bank is extremely low on supplies.  For the next two months you may drop off pet food and supplies at Copy Doc Business Solutions.  They are located at 436 West Patrick Street and their business hours are Monday thru Friday from 7am till 6pm.

The Frederick County Humane Society is the county’s oldest non-profit organization dedicated to helping pets and their families.  They are located at 217 West Patrick Street in downtown Frederick.

Saint Anthony Shrine will hold their yard sale and flea market on the first and third Sunday of the month from May thru October.  They will be located on the corner of US 15 and St. Anthony Road in Emmitsburg.  The cost to sell items is $10 per spot.  For more information please call 240.529.2737.  Lunch rights (food sales) reserved for St. Anthony Parish.

The American Red Cross Greater Chesapeake & Potomac Blood Services Region is seeking Youth to be greeter and refreshment volunteers at blood drives in the Central Maryland area.  A commitment of 1-2 blood drives a month is requested.  This position is offered to youth who have transportation, enjoy working with people and have excellent customer service skills.  One hour orientation sessions are offered at American Red Cross offices in Frederick County.  For more information please call 1.800.272.0094, ext. 1 or email TerryAnn.Karloff@redcross.org

To show appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, the National Park Service will begin issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents.

The Colorado and New Mexico wildfires have destroyed hundreds of homes and thousands of people are struggling and need your help.  Samaritan’s purse has responded with emergency equipment and volunteers are helping families cleanup.  To donate or volunteer please visit www.samaritanspurse.org

NorthStar Community Church, located at 11801 Fingerboard Road, Suite 16 in Monrovia has opened a cooling station.  This site has the capacity to assist residents with basic necessities to survive the extreme heat conditions this summer.  The Cooling Center provides an air-conditioned facility for when the National Weather Service declares a Heat Emergency Advisory.  It has free movies, a library, a place to charge electronics and other activities.  The site is opened from 9am till 8pm daily through the Heat Emergency Advisory.  For more information please call Sharon Blache at 301.401.2456

Every mother wants the best possible start in life for her new baby.  That’s why there’s “Baby Blocks,” a new free, online interactive program developed by UnitedHealthcare and available in Maryland to HealthChoice members who are pregnant or new moms.  The program is designed to inform women about the importance of prenatal and well-baby appointments.  Baby Blocks offers incentives for completing prenatal, postpartum and well-baby visits, earning discount cards for clothing, teething rings and more.  Sign up at uhcbabyblocks.com.  HealthChoice is a programs of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Calvary Weekday School in downtown Frederick will be celebrating it’s 50 year anniversary this coming school year, and Calvary Weekday still has a few remaining openings in both 3yr. old and 4yr. old classes.  For more information please call 301.662.6783.

The Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation is taking registrations for a variety of recreation programs scheduled for this fall.  Space is limited in these programs and pre-registration is required.  All of the programs are held in a variety of parks and recreation centers throughout Frederick County for participants of all ages.  For a list of programs and details please call 301.600.2936 or visit www.recreater.com

Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater will hold their production of The Music Man, running thru November 3^rd.  Performances will be held every Friday and Saturday evening and matinees on the 1^st, 3^rd and 5^th Sunday of each month.

The Salvation Army will begin taking Christmas assistance applications in October.  Toys and clothing will be provided for children birth through 12 years old only.

Monday, October 15^th              10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Tuesday, October 16^th              10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Wednesday, October 17^th        10am-1pm

Thursday, October 18^th            10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Friday, October 19^th                 10am-1pm

Monday, October 29^th              10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Tuesday, October 30^th              10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Wednesday, October 31^st         10am-1pm

Thursday, November 1^st           10am-1pm and 6pm-8pm

Friday, November 2^nd               10am-1pm

All Christmas application sessions will be accepting 60 applicants per time slot.  You MUST bring all required paperwork with you.  There will be NO pending applications this year.  For each adult in the household you must bring proof of all income and bills and a picture ID or birth certificate.  For each child in household you must bring a birth certificate or medical card with date of birth, and clothing and shoe sizes.

They are located at 223 West 5^th Street and for more information please call 301.662.2311

In honor of Hagerstown’s 250^th Anniversary, the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts will present a focus exhibition of art and artifacts related to Hagerstown and its founder, Captain Jonathan Hagar.  The exhibit will be from September 18^th thru October 28^th and will coincide with many of the events planned throughout Hagerstown celebrating this important anniversary.

Tuesday, September 18^th and Wednesday, September 19^th

The Maryland Insurance Administration offers a variety of insurance products from annuities to title insurance and health, auto and homeowners.  Trained staff will be available to answer consumer questions at the following locations:

9/18 – Urbana Regional Library, 9020 Amelung Street from 11am-4pm

9/19 – Frederick County Business and Career Center, 5540 Spectrum Drive, Suite A from 10am-3pm

Thursday, September 20^th

Hospice of Frederick County is holding Hospice 101, an introduction to Hospice’s programs and services from 5pm till 7pm.  This is an informational and educational presentation on what Hospice is, what it does, who it serves, and philosophy and volunteer opportunities.  This is a no cost program and will be held at 516 Trail Avenue, Suite C.  Registration is required by 9/20, and the program will be held on September 27^th.  For more information please call 240.566.3038 or email dkhara@fmh.org

Jump Start Your Job Search will be held at the Thurmont Regional Library from 10am till 3pm.  This is a free event that allows participants to learn tips and strategies pertaining to the job search process from local professionals.  For registration and details please call 301.447.6102

Friday, September 21^st

Vietnam Veterans of America, Frederick Chapter VVA-304 will participate in the National POW/MIA Recognition Day observed across the nation.  A ceremony will take place at Memorial Park located on the corner of Bentz and Second Street at 7pm.  All are welcome to come and remember their sacrifices.

The Historical Society of Frederick County will hold the Get Your Fritchie On Gala at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center starting at 6pm.  There will be a sit down dinner at 7:30pm and a live auction and a humorous performance.  For more information, or for tickets, please visit www.frederickhistory.org or call 301.663.1188 x108

Hospice of Frederick County’s Bereavement Program is holding a Symphony of Comfort Music Workshop.  This will be a two evening workshop September 26^th and 27^th from 6pm till 8pm.  This is a free event held at their offices, located at 516 Trail Avenue, Suite C.  Registration is REQUIRED BY September 21^st.  For more information please call Linda at 240.555.3037 or email her at lkinna@fmh.org

The Alzheimer’s Association will hold a town hall to discuss the nation’s first National Alzheimer’s Plan and its implementation.  This will be held at the Frederick Community College Conference Center and to register please call 301.696.0315

Friday, September 21^st and Saturday, September 22^nd

Brook Hill United Methodist Church will be holding their 13^th Annual Book Sale from 4pm till 7pm on Friday, and from 8am till 2pm on Saturday.  They are located at 8946 Indian Springs Road in Frederick and will be held in their Life Activities Center.

Following the Battles of South Mountain and Antietam 150 years ago, Frederick became one vast hospital with thousands of wounded soldiers.  Some of the temporary hospital sites will be open for self-guided tours this Friday from 5pm till 9am, and on Saturday from 1pm till 4pm.  For more information please visit www.historicfrederick.org

Saturday, September 22^nd

Frederick Memorial Hospital’s Regional Cancer Therapy Center is sponsoring a free prostate cancer screen from 9am till noon at the FMH Wellness Center in the FSK Mall.  Appointments are required so please call 240.379.6010 to schedule your free exam.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will hold their 18^th Annual German Dinner from 3pm till 7pm at the Walkersville Fire Hall.  The cost is $15 for adults, $6 for children 5-12 and under 5 are free.  Carryout is also available.  For more information please call 301.845.4600

F.R.I.E.N.D.S. is having their 11^th Annual Buddy Walk from 11am till 4pm at Baker Park in Frederick.  For more information please visit www.friendsoffredco.org call 240.285.3023

St. Benjamin’s Lutheran Church will hold their bingo at Carroll Lutheran School in Westminster.  Doors open at 4:30pm and games start at 6pm.  Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.  For more information or to purchase tickets please call 410.848.3311

Saturday, September 22^nd and Sunday, September 23^rd

St. Mary Catholic Church in Petersville, MD will hold their book and bake sale from 9am till 2pm on Saturday, and 9am till noon on Sunday.

Easter Seals Adult Day Services will sponsor a handbag bingo at the Hagerstown Elks Lodge #378.  Doors open at 11:30am, lunch at 12:30pm and games start at 1:30pm.  Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door.  For more information please call 301.745.3828 or email dlauricella@eseal.org

Sunday, September 23^rd

Author Thomas J. Craughwell will present a lecture entitled “Remembering Ireland and Fighting for the Union” at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts at 2:30pm.  This is a ticketed event, free for members of the Museum and children 12 and under, $5 for non-members.

Sunday, September 23^rd thru Wednesday, September 26^th

Locust Valley Bible Church in Middletown will hold their Fall Bible Conference.  The theme for the conference is “God’s Thrones”.  Sunday services will be 9:30am Sunday School Hour, 10:30am morning worship, and 7pm evening service.  Monday thru Wednesday services will be at 7:30pm.  All are invited to attend.

Monday, September 24^th

Interested in learning about breast imaging technology?  Come to Hope Connections for Cancer Support from 6:30pm till 8pm to hear Dr. Rebecca Zuurbier discuss how new developments will change the landscape of breast cancer detection.  This is a free event but RSVP is required at 301.493.5002