Sol Yoga: Good Cause Class
Aug. 31, Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
This free yoga class is offered by Sol Yoga’s Good Cause Division. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat. Donations accepted.
Urbana Library Farmers’ Market
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Urbana Library parking lot
The market features local farmers, food artisans, artists and craftspeople.
Duathlon / Triathlon / Relay-athlon
Sept. 2, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Natelli Community Center, 9023 Harris St.
Swim 300 meters, bike 11 miles, run 5K. $10 per participant; maximum $20 per family.
Cash Bingo
Sept. 7, 5:30 p.m., St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, 4103 Prices Distillery Road
Enjoy jackpot game and door prizes. Early bird games at 6:30 p.m.; regular games at 7 p.m. Only for those 18 years of age and older.
Artillery Day
Sept. 8, 9 a.m-3 p.m., Monocacy National Battlefield
Experience a unique soundscape and learn what it may have been like to serve in the artillery during the Civil War. Artillery firing demonstrations will take place at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Dates and times are subject to change. Free.
In the Street
Sept. 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. street festival; 5-9 p.m. Up the Creek party, Downtown Frederick
Enjoy food, entertainment and art, and learn more about community organizations and other non-profit resources. Free admission.
Steinhoff Properties Appraisal Roadshow
Sept. 8, 1-4 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
An expert appraiser will examine items, give their value and suggest ways to sell them. Limit two items; space for 50 participants. Free, but please register in advance.
Peach Festival
Sept. 8, 4 p.m., Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 3425 Green Valley Road
This old-time church social includes chicken and ham platters served until 7 p.m. and a performance by the Browningsville Band at 6 p.m. $13 for adults; $6.50 for children (6-12).
Mystery & Myths of Lee’s Lost Orders
Sept. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monocacy National Battlefield
Did you know General Robert E. Lee’s army camped on this battlefield before it was a battlefield? Learn about this, and the infamous “Lost Orders” of the 1862 Maryland Campaign, which resulted in the battles of South Mountain and Antietam. Ranger programs at 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Free.
United Methodist Motorcycle Association
Monthly meeting Sept. 13, 7 p.m., Wesley Chapel UMC Parish Hall, 3519 Urbana Pike
Ecumenical outreach ministry that works to support local food banks, prisons, Red Cross relief efforts and blood drives, homeless initiatives and more. All are welcome to participate. Visit sites.google.com/site/ummamaryland for more information.
Hispanic Art and Cultural Display
Sept. 15-Oct. 15, Urbana Regional Library
See 28 U.S. Postal Service-issued stamps of Hispanic Americans. Free.
VOU Fall Yard Sale
Sept. 15, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Villages of Urbana
Discover new-to-you treasures at this community yard sale.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Memory Lab Oral History Collection
Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
Volunteers will interview community members who are interested in participating in an oral history project documenting the diverse history of Frederick County. Free; register in advance.
Stitches in Time
Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-12 pm., Thomas House, Monocacy National Battlefield
Work on your own project or something that may be donated to a local charity. Limited knitting/crocheting supplies will be available to borrow on a first-come-first-serve basis. Free.
Used Book Sale
Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
This sale includes books, music and video CDs, audio books and more. All proceeds support library programs.
60-Minute Job Search Solution & Resume Tips
Sept. 17, 3:30-5:30 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
Frederick County Workforce will provide a session on searching for your next job or career. Resume/interview tips follow presentation. Free.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Spanish Stories & Songs
Sept. 22, 10 a.m., Urbana Regional Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, movement and stories for the whole family with special guest Manuela Touza from Argentina. Free.
Family Fun Fest
Sept. 22, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Bar-T Mountainside, 2914 Roderick Road
This Family Fun Fest organized by the Southern Frederick County Rotary Club features performances by Lyndsey Highlander, Nashville country singer, and local band Hammocks. The whole family can enjoy ziplining, a corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides, food and more. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for youth (ages 4-15). For information, email Rotaryfallfestival2@gmail.com.
Heritage Art Series: Silk Painting
Sept. 22, 1-3 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
Learn about the ancient art of silk painting and design your own silk scarf in a modern way using permanent markers and rubbing alcohol. Free; register in advance.
Latin Dance Exposition & Party
Sept. 22, 3-6 p.m., Urbana Regional Library Plaza
Learn Merengue, Salsa and Bachata dance and see performances by the Fred Astaire Dance Studio. Free.
Festival of India
Sept. 22, 5:30 p.m., William R. Talley Rec. Center, 121 N. Bentz St.
Celebrate the diversity of India and enjoy classical and folk song and dance, art and food. Vendors will bring henna designs, clothing, jewelry and more. Organized by the Frederick Indian Association. Free admission.
Open Memory Lab
Sept. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
Use library equipment to convert your photos and analog home videos to digital formats you can share and enjoy today. Lab volunteers will be available to help. Formats accepted include mini DV tapes, VHS tapes, VHS-C tapes, photos, slides and negatives. Free.
Frederick’s Oktoberfest
Sept. 28, 6-10 p.m. & Sept. 29, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., E-ventplex at the Frederick Fairgrounds
Enjoy Bratwurst, Oktoberfest beer, German wines, dancing, music, children’s events and much more. New this year are Oktoberfest Games 2018. The Reagan Years perform. Spearheaded by the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek and the Rotary Club of Southern Frederick County, this annual event supports both clubs’ efforts to raise thousands of dollars for area non-profits. Tickets are $5-$20. www.frederickoktoberfest.org
Symphony Storytime with Frederick Symphony Orchestra
Sept. 30, 1:05-1:35 p.m., Urbana Regional Library
Frederick Symphony Orchestra musicians perform classical music to beloved stories, followed by a musical instrument petting zoo provided by Music and Arts. Free.
