Experience the charm of Frederick this weekend with fun events in Frederick and beyond!
DMV Jazz Series – The Dominique Bianco Quartet
This acclaimed Italian-American jazz singer-songwriter is celebrated for her timeless voice and captivating performances. Based in the D.C. area, Dominique has received numerous accolades, including “Best Jazz Artist” at the 2023 Wammie Awards. Her music blends traditional jazz with contemporary sounds, creating a unique and fresh style. With her debut EP “I’m All Smiles” gaining attention, Dominique continues to enchant audiences at prestigious venues and festivals nationwide.
📍: New Spire Stages, 15 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD
🗓️: Thursday, 3/20
⏰ : 7:30PM
$20
Ice Cream Lab Class:
Have you ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at the ice cream making process? Now’s your chance to find out!
At this first-ever Ice Cream Tasting Workshop, we’re letting you in on our South Mountain Creamery trade secrets.
Our resident ice cream expert, CEO, and co-owner, Tony Brusco, will be leading you through a blind taste test and sensory evaluation with a curated ice cream flight.
You’ll learn how recipes are created, the importance of pasteurization, and how SMC develops their very own flavors. And of course, have the chance to try exclusive, experimental flavors!
Tickets are $20 per person, and they’ll sell out fast!
At our ice cream shop and pizza location, in downtown Frederick!
📍: South Mountain Ice Cream Shop & Pizza, 50 Citizen’s Way, Ste 101, Frederick, MD
🗓️: Thursday, 3/20
⏰ : 6:30PM
$20 per person
Pour House Trivia:
Trivia hosted by Pour House Trivia.
📍: Steinhardt Brewing Company, 340 East Patrick St, Ste 100, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️ : Thursday, 3/20
⏰ : 8:30PM – 9:30PM
FREE
The Vanishing Elephant:
Follow Opu, a young dreamer in Bengal, as he befriends Janu, an Asian Elephant, setting off a lifelong adventure across continents. Decades later, as an old man, Opu embarks on a daring journey to New York City, where the famous magician, Harry Houdini, plans to vanish an elephant. Is it Janu, Opu’s cherished friend, far from home? Join Opu’s quest into the unknown.
📍: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️: Thursday, 3/20
⏰ : 7PM
$20 per person
Law & Order SIU: Special Improv Unit
Law & Order SIU: Special Improv Unit
You’ve seen 2,784 episodes of Law & Order during its endless run in syndication, but you’ve never been part of the story–UNTIL NOW!
Law & Order SIU is a full episode of Law & Order, fully improvised. Michael Harris and his hilarious troupe of actors were last at New Spire with the sold out hit, BAH HUMBUG: A Christmas Carol (Mostly) Improvised.
Now they bring you America’s longest running procedural created from your suggestions, before your very eyes! You’ll see every aspect of the Law & Order formula from the discovery of the victim (played by an audience member) to a tough but fair Lieutenant pushing for results to a final verdict decided by you!
This is Law & Order: SIU. And these are your Stories.
📍: New Spire Stages, 15 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD
🗓️: Friday, 3/21
⏰ : 7:30PM
$20 General; $15 Seniors, Students, & Military
MET Comedy Night: Oh Crit!
Roll for initiative! Improv comedy fused with Dungeons & Dragons! Join us as we embark on an adventure of twists and turns, bizarre characters, and occasional epic failure….All with the help from YOU and the whim of an unforgiving 20-sided die!
📍: Maryland Ensemble Theatre, 31 W Patrick St, Ste #L6, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️: Friday, 3/21
⏰ : 8:30PM
$15
Dona Nobis Pacem: Frederick In Harmony:
The Frederick Symphony Orchestra, The Frederick Chorale, and Pianist Kuei-l Wu are excited to present an unforgettable concert featuring:
~ Gwyneth Walker’s Tree of Peace
~ Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem
~ Beethoven’s Fidelio Overture, Op. 72
~ Beethoven’s Chorale Fantasy, Op. 80
*Featuring Hood College faculty member and Pianist Kuei-I Wu.
This collaboration will be conducted by Frederick Chorale Music Director Heidi Ackerman and FSO Music Director Glenn Quader.
📍: Hood College, 541 Coffman Chapel Dr, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️: Saturday, 3/22 at 7:30PM & Sunday, 3/23 at 3:00PM
Photo Walk: Photographing Industrial Frederick with Joe Yablonsky
Frederick has a wide variety of industrial items that we can turn into fantastic photographs: fire escapes, alleys, brickwork, cast iron dogs, wrought iron fences, and much, much more. In the first of two sessions, we will start in the classroom to discuss the techniques and camera settings that will allow us to emphasize the texture and character of these subjects. Then we will photograph around Carroll Creek, Patrick Street, Market Street, and every alley we find. The second session will be a photo review. All skill levels welcome. NOTE: This workshop meets Saturday, March 15, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturday, March 22, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
📍: The Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 S. Carroll St, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️: Saturday, 3/22
⏰ : 10AM-2PM
$105 ($80 member)
Celebrating 10 Years: A Black Ankle Estate Vertical
Join us as we celebrate 10 years of Black Ankle Estate! During this seminar, we will guide you through a side-by-side tasting as you compare and contrast each of the Black Ankle Estate vintages from one another, taking note of how the wine has aged over the years and learning all about the history, tradition, and stories behind this special wine.
The vertical includes 5 different vintages of Black Ankle Estate (including the unreleased 2021) accompanied by delicious and local artisan eats curated by our amazing team. This afternoon will be filled with spectacular story-telling, world-class wine tasting, and memory making with our team.
📍: Black Ankle Vineyards, 14463 Black Ankle Rd, Mt. Airy, MD
🗓️: Sunday, 3/23
⏰ : 2PM
$170; $153 for wine club members
U.S. Army Concert Band:
The United States Army Band “Pershing’s Own” is a premier music organization of the U.S. Army. Known for its exceptional musicianship, the concert band performs at significant national and international events. They connect with the American people, engage in educational outreach, and promote international goodwill through joint concerts and tours, showcasing the versatility and talent of its trained soldiers.
📍: Weinberg Center for the Arts, 20 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701
🗓️: Sunday, 3/23
⏰ : 3PM
$20 per person
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