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Downtown Frederick Partnership
It's what's happening!
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Downtown Frederick Partnership has planned for the 2017 season
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| Shopping, Dining and the Arts |
Frederick...The Key to the Heart of Maryland.
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Mayor's Office
New Mayor, Board of Aldermen: Inauguration Dec. 14
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| Mayor-Elect Michael O'Connor |
Dec. 14, Michael O'Connor will be sworn in as Mayor of the 62nd Administration, along with the new Board of Aldermen: Kelly Russell, Derek Shackelford, Roger Wilson, Donna Kuzemchak and Ben MacShane. Their inauguration, at the Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W. Patrick St., is open to the public. Doors open at noon, and the ceremony will begin at 1 p.m., with a reception at City Hall to follow.
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Celebrate Frederick - Holiday Style
Kris Kringle Parade to Light Up Downtown Dec. 8
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It's almost time for Kris Kringle to lead his annual merry procession.
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Events schedule:
The fun has begun, crafts, lights, processions ...
Nov. 29-Holiday Art Competition
Nov. 30-Scents and Sweets Competition
Dec. 2-Candlelight House Tour
owntown streets with festive dancers,
Dec. 15-Festival of Lights
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Weinberg Center for the Arts
December Schedule Has Music, Film; Modern, Traditional
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The Weinberg has seven major productions of music, cinema, dance and theater scheduled for December, starting with a classic American film:
"It's a Wonderful Life" (1946)
December 1, 2017 | 7 p.m.
A young George Bailey, overwhelmed by family obligations, sees his youth, dreams and opportunities pass him by. Unknown to George, all of his friends and family have been praying for him to get through those hard times, and what he didn't realize is all-important.
Shadows of the '60s: A Holiday Tribute to Motown
December 2, 2017 | 8 p.m.
Back by popular demand! Join us for a jolly blast of holiday cheer as we pay tribute to Motown's legendary stars, including The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Temptations.
"The Nutcracker"
Maryland Regional Ballet
December 8, 2017 | 8 p.m.
December 9, 2017 | 2 & 7 p.m.
December 10, 2017 | 2 p.m.
The stunning artistry of the Maryland Regional Ballet and the beloved Tchaikovsky score combine to transport audiences to the Kingdom of Sweets.
"A Christmas Carol"
Maryland Ensemble Theatre's Fun Company
December 15, 2017 | 7:30 p.m.
December 16, 2017 | 2 & 7:30 p.m.
December 17, 2017 | 2 p.m.
Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and the Christmas spirits arrive on the Weinberg stage in a traditional retelling of the Charles Dickens classic. A show for both the young and young-at-heart, with a message that never grows old.
The 23rd Annual "Messiah" Sing-Along
The Frederick Children's Chorus presents
December 19, 2017 | 8 p.m.
99.9 WFRE Free Country Rewind presents
Phil Vassar & Kellie Pickler
December 22, 2017 | 7 p.m.
The Deanna Bogart Band - New Year's Eve Eve
December 30, 2017 | 7:30 p.m.
For tickets for all shows, and more details visit
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Department of Public Works
Monocacy Blvd Under Construction; Other Projects Completed
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PROJECT UPDATES
Monocacy Boulevard: Bridge piers are up. Construction between Schifferstadt Boulevard and Gas House Pike is expected to continue through April 2019. City engineers and police are working the State Highway Administration to address related traffic issues.
Bicycle Accommodations: DPW has installed bicycle safe grates along Motter Avenue and Dill Avenue.
Sewer Lining: Currently on the Dec. 7 Mayor and Board agenda is a request for $1.3 million for main line sewer lining project. The major area involved is the west end of Barker Park, and several other smaller areas throughout the City. This aim is to reduce/eliminate inflow and infiltration of groundwater and roots intrusion.
Butterfly Lane Water Tank: This project to replace the tank is under design and specifications in order to bid out for construction mid-2018.
RFP 17-G Water Loss Reduction: Main and service replacement are complete on Park Avenue, Elm Street, Hood Alley and 300 block of West Fifth Street. New handi-cap ramps will be installed in the area after Thanksgiving and mill and overlay will take place in the spring.
RFP 17-N Water Distribution Upgrades: The design is completed and DPW is in the process of obtaining the easement from the County to install a 12-inch main on Waterside Drive from the City line to Md. 26 to complete a crucial loop.
Street Resurfacing: Mill and overlay will occur on Heather Ridge Drive and Heather Ridge Court.
Leaf Collection Campaign: Continues through Dec. 17. DPW has made several passes to collect leaves, and reminds property owners to make sure piles don't clog storm drains or block right of way. Further details are on the website:
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Golden Mile Alliance
Photos with Santa, Movies and Quarterly Mixer
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Supporting a vibrant economic and residential environment
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- 6-8 p.m., free, Holiday Family Movie Night, "The Santa Clause," at Holiday Cinema, 100 Baughmans Lane; with visit from Santa, 6-6:30 p.m.; movie begins at 6:30 p.m.
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Frederick Police Department
Events Dec. 2 & 9 Share Santa's Generosity
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PAL Santa Day is a free event for youth participants of the Police Activities League program. Youth will have the opportunity to choose gifts for their family and caregivers, create holiday crafts and have lunch with Rotary Club of Carroll Creek volunteers.Members of the Frederick Police Department will be on hand to collect and fill police vehicles with nonperishable food, cleaning, and toiletry items. All items collected will be donated to the Frederick Community Action Agency, which provides a wide array of programs and services to families and individuals that are low-income or homeless.
Lock Those Doors!
'Tis the season to welcome company, but don't leave car doors unlocked and invite criminals to take your belongings.
Do You Know Your NAC?
Each City neighborhood has its own local, grassroots NAC (neighborhood advisory council) to discuss important topics, issues and wishes. To find out what your NAC is, when it meets and how to be involved, check out the NAC page.
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Audio Visual Department
New 'Preserve This' Series Highlights Historic Preservation
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A new series of productions, "Preserve This," is now airing on Channel 99, available on YouTube, Facebook and the City website. The series describes Frederick's commitment to historic preservation, how forward-thinking that commitment was when it began, how it continues to work for the betterment of old and new aspects of the City.
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Parks and Recreation
Regional Park, Sophie & Madigan's Playground in Plans
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Hoops and Football Signups are open for Winter programs. Contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information: 301-600-1492.
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Economic Development
Businesses Give Thanks for Frederick Environment
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Department of Economic Development checked out what makes local businesses grateful and produced a video for the DED
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Frederick Community Action Agency
Donors, Volunteers Get Thanksgiving Meals Ready
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