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Happy weekend, Frederick! In today’s happening-today edition: Wizard of Oz drone show, Indonesia day, and free-play pinball arcade + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A new chapter begins: Local entrepreneur Yasir Muddesser took ownership of Lightbridge Academy centers in Frederick and Timonium. New Beginnings Bash events welcomed families. A Columbia location is planned for 2027 -- see the new ownership details.
A magical night out: Frederick will light up on August 22 as about 500 synchronized drones bring The Wizard of Oz to life at Nymeo Field, a 45-minute show during a Frederick Keys game -- get all the details.
Helping neighbors through summer: On Thursday, a 53-foot trailer from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints delivered over 30,000 pounds of food to 12 food banks and nonprofits in Frederick County -- see the food delivery impact.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick art pick-me-up: Sneak a two-minute detour downtown to see The Edge of Gravity William Cochran’s 1991 trompe l’oeil mural of a figure hovering inches above the ground. Restored in 2024, it’s the perfect excuse to try the classic hover-pose photo... your camera roll deserves it.
Tapas night upgrade: When the urge to linger over small plates hits this week, Isabella's Taverna & Tapas Bar nails it with shareable tapas, Spanish comfort vibes, and a wine list that invites “just one more pour.” Bring a friend, split a paella, and pretend you’re deciding what to do next downtown.
Your quarter-free escape: Spinners Pinball Arcade is Frederick’s nonprofit retro-meets-modern arcade with 150+ machines on free play, so your pockets can stop jingling. It’s a Certified Autism Center that supports Pinball EDU, which means your high score comes with warm fuzzies... and a very real chance to lose track of time.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🏃 2026 Frederick Women's Distance Festival @ Frederick Community College | Saturday (8/1) at 8:00 AM – Lace-up weather calls for a classic, the 37th Frederick Women’s Distance Festival 5k, presented by Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club. Trade small talk for stride talk, and know each mile supports the Women’s Giving Circle, helping local women. Your calves might grumble, your heart will not.
🧺 Pop-Up Event - Sip and Shop @ Sophie & Madigan's Playground | Saturday (8/1) at 10:00 AM – If your fridge needs a reset, hit the Saturday market at Sophie & Madigan's Playground for a local haul. Scenic View produce, Rohrer’s meats, Stone Hearth pastries, General Warfield’s Coffee, plants, and the occasional Don Horné Hot Sauce cameo, with gossip as cardio built in.
🇮 Indonesia Day @ Carroll Creek Linear Park | Saturday (8/1) at 11:00 AM – Passport not required. Indonesia Day brings an afternoon of music, dance, food, and stories to Frederick County, spotlighting islands from Java to Sulawesi, and neighbors you have not met yet. Think fragrant satay, hypnotic gamelan, curious kids, and grownups learning something delightful.
🛍 Summer Concert Series @ Downtown Frederick | Saturday (8/1) at 11:00 AM – Downtown Frederick is going full tiki for First Saturday, with samples of tropical cocktails and summer treats, plus a summer hits soundtrack drifting down Market and Patrick. Wear your loudest Hawaiian shirt, claim discounts or a free gift, and pretend Carroll Creek is the Caribbean.
🛠 Pick Your Craft Class @ Dragon Distillery, LLC | Saturday (8/1) at 12:00 PM – Trade your to-do list for a glue gun at Dragon Distillery’s pick-your-own craft class. Choose a project, sip something spirited, and call it self-care while you swap stories with folks who remember dial-up, mixtapes, and happy hour. Low pressure, high fun.
🍬 Candy Chaos | Wilmington Blue Rocks vs Frederick Keys @ Nymeo Field at Harry Grove Stadium | Sunday (8/2) at 3:00 PM – Afternoon baseball as the Blue Rocks host the Frederick Keys, a sugar-fueled Candy Chaos, and a chance to meet the team sounds like peak Wilmington parenting. The kids get their reading cred, you score a reusable bag, and everyone leaves happy, sticky, and tired.
🌊 Frederick Farmers Market - Saturdays @ Baker Park Bandshell | Sunday (8/2) at 6:00 PM – Take a break from mowing and cruise to the Baker Park Bandshell for Making Waves, with 99.9 WFRE broadcasting live. It’s a sing-along sprint through the '80s, '90s, and beyond, best enjoyed with a lawn chair, sensible shoes, and your finest dad moves. Live music & entertainment:
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07 — Frederick report Weather forecastToday — High: 91°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 1%
Partly sunny, with a high near 91. South wind 0 to 8 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 87°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 34%
A chance of rain showers before 5pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. South wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. Chance of precipitation is 70%. This house is wildBuilt by Wormald Homes, this Beckham model delivers over 5,300 square feet of polished living space with timeless design and luxe upgrades throughout. The gourmet kitchen anchors the home with a quartz island and open flow to the family room and sunroom. Five bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and a finished lower level with wet bar, rec room, and guest suite complete the package.
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