CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH will hold their Vacation Bible School July 8 - 12, 9 am to 12 noon each day. Kids will be immersed in the Word and discover what living water is really about. To register or for more info, call the church at 410-489-5280. Calvary is located at 16151 Old Frederick Road, the Woodbine exit off I-70.

AN EVENING WITH MT. JOY Saturday, July 20, Merriweather Post Pavilion. Gates open 6:30pm, Show begins at 8:00pm. Tickets $45-$75. Visit https://merriweathermusic.com/event/mt-joy/ for more information.

107TH WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL AT ST. ALPHONSUS RODRIGUEZ CHURCH 10800 Old Court Road. 2-6 PM Saturday and Sunday, August 10/11. Delicious family style fried chicken/ham dinner with homemade salads and local vegetables; outdoor games. 410-442-1248.

FREE SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT! Redeeming River Church of God will be screening THE CHOSEN Season 1 during the summer months. All are welcome, free popcorn and water! Call for dates and times. 410-220-2028 7721 Woodbine Rd. Woodbine.

SAFE HAVEN EQUINE WARRIORS TACK SALE! Lowest prices, even some freebies, 12565 Indian Hill Dr, Sykesville MD. Open on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month 10am-1pm.

JERSEY BOYS thru Sept 21, Toby's Dinner Theater, 5900 Symphony Woods Road Columbia, MD. The fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop-music history! JERSEY BOYS takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Discover the secret of a 40 year friendship as they work their way from the streets of Jersey to the heights of stardom. Filled with chart-topping hits including: "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Can't Take My Eyes Off You," "Dawn," and "My Eyes Adored You," which brought them their highest honor: induction into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. Please note: Contains mature language and themes. Visit https://tobysdinnertheatre.com for more information.

ST. PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH in Fulton, Maryland will hold its Holiday Bazaar this fall on October 19, 2024 from 9am to 3pm. The Bazaar will include craft vendors, food, lots of baked goods, a silent auction, a coffee & tea bar, and our very own vintage chic shop. Interested vendors should visit our website at www.stpaulslutheran.info and click on Events for more information.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Sept 6 thru Nov 10, Toby's Dinner Theater, 5900 Symphony Woods Road Columbia, MD. This comical feast embraces the wackiness in every family and takes the musical theatre scene by storm with some of the most beloved characters of all time! Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he's never done before- keep this secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday's 'normal' boyfriend and his parents. Visit https://tobysdinnertheatre.com for more information.

THE MORGAN CHAPEL UMC FOOD PANTRY IS OPEN 2nd and 4th Saturdays 9-11am, 6750 Woodbine Road Woodbine, MD.

THE MORGAN CHAPEL UMC PET PANTRY IS OPEN 2nd Saturdays, 9-11am, 6750 Woodbine Road Woodbine, MD 21797.

MILLTOWN QUILTERS meet on Tuesdays at 10 am at Christ Memorial Presbyterian Church, 10600 Shaker Drive, Columbia, MD and we would love to welcome you as a new member. If your passion is quilting, novice or expert, we encourage you to check out our website at milltownquilters.com and visit us.

FOUR COUNTY QUILTERS GUILD'S "QUILT BINGO" Sunday, October 27. Tickets: $38 (includes lunch & 20 regular games). Tickets sales begins August 14. To order: bingo@fourcountyquilters.org.

EBENEZER UMC ANNUAL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL for children in preschool through fifth grade July 22-26, at the church, 4901 Woodbine Road, Winfield, Carroll County. Children's activities are from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. A kid friendly dinner will be provided at 5:30 p.m. nightly. This year's theme will be "Camp Firelight." Activities will include Bible stories, art projects, singing new songs, games and snacks. An adult Bible study on the VBS topic will be offered each day from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and the adults are welcome to dinner as well. Use the link below to sign up.The VBS is free and open to the community. Donations for dinner are welcome, but not required. Advance registration is requested. Sign-up may be done at https://ebenezerunitedmethodistchurch.mycokesburyvbs.com. Information: church office, 410-795-6136 or eumcwinfield@gmail.com.

LIVING HISTORY CAMP: COOKING THROUGH THE AGES July 22-26, Carroll County Farm Museum. Please visit carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org or email mgawel@carrollcountymd.gov for more information.

FARM CAMP: FARMING AROUND THE WORLD June 24-28, July 8-12, open to rising 2nd through rising 6th graders. Please visit carrollcountyfarmmuseum.org or email mgawel@carrollcountymd.gov for more information.

TAYLORSVILLE-WINFIELD LIONS CLUB BINGO Oct 12, Winfield Community VFW, 1230 Old Liberty Rd Sykesville, MD. Doors open at 5:30, bingo starts at 7pm. Tickets $25. Call Lion Bobbie 719-568-7298 or email reederrc.rr@gmail.com. 100% of proceeds go to community projects

TRAP & SKEET SHOOTING EVERY THURSDAY Izzak Walton League Mt. Airy, 6642 Woodville Rd, Mt. Airy. Open to the public starts at 5:30pm. $6 for members, $8 non-members.

CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY BAZAAR Nov 1, 9am-7:30pm & Nov 2, 9am-2pm, Oakland UM Church Hall, 5971 Mineral Hill Road, Sykesville, MD. Crafts, Pinecone & Gift Baskets, Wreaths, White Elephant, Cakes, Cookies, Handmade Ornaments, Turkey Noodle and Vegetable Soups, Chili, Turkey Salad Sandwiches, Italian Sausages, Cheesesteak & Meatball Subs, Hot Dogs, BBQ and Delicious Assorted Desserts.

NEW WINDSOR FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXLIARY Looking for Christmas Bazaar vendors for November 16, 2024. $15 for 8' table space and 2 chairs. Call or text: 443-605-8083 for information. Call only 410-635-2909. Leave a message and we will return your call.

CHURCH TO HOLD FOOD PANTRY Ebenezer United Methodist Church will hold the "Rock of Help" Food Pantry for anyone in the community in need of food from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. the third Saturday of each month at the food pantry building, behind the church, 4901 Woodbine Road, near Winfield. Non-perishable foods, assorted frozen foods, a non-food household item and children's shoes are available. The food pantry currently is drive-through only. Church staff will put pre-loaded bags of food in your car. The food pantry will be held Saturday July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov.16 and Dec. 21, 2024. The church is one-half mile south of Liberty Road on Woodbine Road. The church is one-half mile south of Liberty Road on Woodbine Road. Information: call the church office at 410-795-6136 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; e-mail eumcwinfield@gmail.com; or go to www.ebenezerumchurch.org.

FAMILY DAY AT THE PARK July 13, 2024, 9am-2pm, Taneytown Memorial Park. FSK, FFA, Alumni & Supporters Car, Truck, Tractor & Motorcycle Show. Registration $20 from 9am to 12pm. Judging 12pm to 1pm, Awards 1:30pm Numerous trophies to be awarded. Dash Plaques, first 75 Registered Participants Vendors including Chicken Charlie & Smitty's Lemonade, Glamorview Creamery-Ice Cream Damo's Auto Detailing, Doug Kiser & his Local Artifacts Display & more. Drawings 50/50 Raffle, Door Prizes, Silent Auction and Goodie Bags. Something for Everyone. No charge to visit the show. All proceeds to furthert he education of the FSK FFA Students. Rain Date July 14, 2024. Info: Call Stan Haines 443-277-6485 Email: madkins825@gmail.com.

2024 RABIES VACCINATION CLINICS The Frederick County Health Department will be hosting rabies vaccination clinics rain or shine for all dogs, cats, and ferrets 12 weeks of age or older at the following locations: Old National Park, Sunday, June 30, 11:30am-2pm, 12406 Old National Pike, Mt. Airy, MD; Thurmont Community Park, Sunday, September 22, 11:30am-2:00pm; Community Park Road, Thurmont, MD. COST: $10 per animal (cash or check only - no credit cards). If your pet has been previously vaccinated, please bring paperwork with you. For other pet services, call Animal Control at 301-600-1544 or The Humane Society at 301-694-8300.

MURDER MYSTERY PARTY 9/13, 10/25, 11/29, 7-10pm, 581 Himes Ave, Frederick, MD. Price: $85 per person.

YAPPY HOUR AT WORLD OF BEER July 11, 5-8pm, World of Beer, 196 E Montgomery Ave #B, Rockville, MD. Come enjoy an evening on the patio with your pup. A percentage of proceeds will support the Montgomery County Humane Society and our mission to help homeless animals.

COOL CONCERT FOR KIDS Strathmore, Gudelsky Gazebo, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD. Bring your favorite goodies and join us each week for FREE Cool Concerts for Kids on Thursdays. All Live from the Lawn shows are family friendly, but Cool Concerts for Kids promise to offer soul-stirring tunes for people of all ages while creating fun ways for younger audiences to interact with the music.

SOLDIERS DELIGHT VISITOR CENTER OPEN NOW! daily, 11am-3pm, 5100 Deer Park Road, Owings Mills. Amenities available: Mining Kits, Discovery backpacks, Baby carriers, reptilian ambassadors, and more!

NON-PROFIT ADULT DAY CAR & ASSISTED LIVING CENTER is looking for donations of gently used costume jewelry and small items, however no glass or clothing please. Our seniors love to play bingo and we are in need of prizes! Call 410- 964-9616 for detailed information.

FISHING TOURNAMENT Sept 7, 2024, Back River Restoration Committee Larry Farinetti Fishing Tournament. Formerly a wildly successful striped bass tournament, this tournament is shifting gears to a catfish tournament in its 17th year. Hosted at the West Shore Yacht Center in Essex, 60 boats compete for thousands of dollars in guaranteed prize money, while the remaining proceeds go toward the committee's future projects and cleanups of the Back River watershed. Visit https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2024/03/11/maryland-catfish-tournaments-offer-invasive-species-angling/ for more information

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REELS REWARD thru October 31, The Environmental Justice Journalism Initiative, a Baltimore-based nonprofit offering this new program that offers incentives for the catch of snakehead, blue catfish, and flathead catfish in the Middle Branch of the Patapsco River. Visit https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2024/03/11/maryland-catfish-tournaments-offer-invasive-species-angling/ for more information.

FISH FOR A CURE Nov 9. This fishing tournament and fundraising challenge makes waves to fund local initiatives in cancer care, including the annual fishing tournament on the Chesapeake Bay followed by a Shore Party in Annapolis, Maryland. The tournament includes an invasive species category.

MID-SHORE FISHING CLUB INVASIVE SPECIES TOURNAMENT thru December 1. Sponsored by the Mid-Shore Fishing Club of Maryland, anglers target blue catfish and northern snakehead inside the boundaries of the Eastern Shore. Payouts are awarded for most fish and largest fish. Visit https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/2024/03/11/maryland-catfish-tournaments-offer-invasive-species-angling/ for more information.