Tourism Council of Frederick County

February 4, 2012

Take your little princess on a date to remember. Dress to impress while dancing the night away. Light refreshments will be served and photo opportunities will be available. Space is limited so sign up early. An adult male must accompany his princess(es). 6-8:30pm

Frederick Fairgrounds
Eventplex
797 East Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 600-2936
Website

February 4, 2012

Late night and prime time improv continues this season – with some new piggies! 10:30pm

Maryland Ensemble Theatre
31 W Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 694-4744
Website

February 4, 2012

Tour the museum, complete a children's activity, and then enjoy a movie night with your family. 4pm

Seton Heritage Ministries
National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
339 South Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727

(301) 447-6606
Website

February 4, 2012

Delicious subjects – delightful sizes. The talented Carol Bucklin shows off her skill in exquisite oils on miniature canvases. These miniatures, done in the classic tradition, are portraits of fruits and vegetables as well as luscious landscapes. Bucklin is represented exclusively at McGuire Fine Arts Gallery where there will be an artist reception and appearance on Saturday February 4th from 6-9. Please join us in welcoming her and this exciting body of work.

McGuire Fine Arts
110 N Market Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 695-6567
Website

February 4, 2012

Travel by open-air trolley through Downtown Frederick to tour the first “Net Zero” energy Green Emerald certified community in the entire Nation. Learn how these homes make as much energy as they consume and why this is the home of the future. Next, explore 2-3 homes in Frederick’s historic district that are rich with history and architectural details. Last stop, end your tour with some shopping and dining at Everedy Square and Shab Row. All homes on the tour are listed for sale. Tours are free and begin at the Frederick Visitor Center, 151 S. East Street, Frederick, MD at 1, 2:30, and 4 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month (no tours offered January and July). Tour attendees should park at Everedy Square and Shab Row or the East All Saints Street Parking Garage.

Begins at Frederick Visitor Center
151 S. East Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 694-8000
Website

First Sunday of the Month

Monthly recitals by City Carillonneur John Widmann on the 49 bell Joseph Dill Baker Carillon in Baker park. The tower is open for visitors, but the playing room involves a climb of 50 spiral steps. It is best listened to outside, anywhere in that area of the park. noon-12:30pm

Joseph Dill Baker Carillon in Baker Park
nearest the corners of Dulaney Avenue and Second Streets
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 846-4781

February 5, 2012

Model railroad club open house and operating exhibit. 1-4pm

FCSME
423 East Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 371-5293
Website

February 7, 2012

The exploration of space is the greatest endeavour the humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be a part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject 'Chad', our test astronaut, to everything that space has to throw at him. Shows are at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30pm. Doors open 5-8:30pm.

Earth and Space Science Laboratory
210 Madison Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(240) 236-2694
Website

February 7, 2012

Children ages three to five are invited to take part in the Historical Society of Frederick County’s preschool hiSTORY Hour program, offered the first and third Tuesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. The hiSTORY Hour program features preschoolers being read an illustrated, historically-themed book followed by an activity or craft.

Historical Society of Frederick County
24 E Church Street
Frederick, MD 21701

(301) 663-1188
Website