Model Train Display | Mt. Airy Volunteer Fire Dept.
Saturday, January 3: 12-6pm
Sunday, January 4: 12-6pm
Volunteer-crafted display in its 4th annual tradition with scenes from Maryland. Donations accepted.

Community Swim at the Frederick YMCA
Tuesdays & Thursdays starting January 6 | thru 2/19
From 9:30-10:30am, the Frederick YMCA invites the community to swim. Free to Y members; $3/swimmer or $10/family. Contact Diane Askounes for more information.

Civil War Trains Mini-Lecture and Movie
Friday, January 9: 8pm | Weinberg Center
Special event sponsored by the National Museum for Civil War Medicine features a 20 minute program about trains in the Civil War hosted by George Wunderlich, museum director. A showing of the 1927 silent film "The General" follows, starring Buster Keaton. Rather your interest lies in the Civil War, trains, silent films, or just entertaining shows this promises to be a great event. For tickets, contact the Weinberg Center at (301) 600-2828.

Cartoon Fest | Weinberg Center
Saturday, January 10: 2pm | Website
Annual tradition brings back animated fun on the big screen with Join Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and friends. Appropriate for all ages in Frederick City's historic theater.

Wheel of Fortune | Frederick County Spelling Bee
Tuesday, January 13: 4-4:45pm
FCPL's version of "The Wheel of Fortune" sponsored by The Frederick County Spelling Bee. Held at the Thurmont Regional Library, kids test spelling skills while working the wheel! Geared for ages 9-14. To register, click here. For more info about the Spelling Bee, click here: website.

Create a Fused Glass Mask Wall Hanging | FCC
Fridays, January 16: 8:30-10am | thru 2/6/09
This kid-friendly glass-making class for ages 10+ explores different forms of frit glass (little colored pebbles and granules of glass) to create outrageous masks! The masks will be fired in a kiln off-site and in the 3rd session you'll further embellish your mask with wire, feathers, stones and cord. Adults welcome. Contact Leslie Ruby at 301-624-2820 or email.

Robin Hood | Weinberg Center
Saturday, January 17: 3pm, 5pm performances
Missoula Children's Theatre presents this program. Local actors rehearse for a week and then perform this merry musical. Website

Ice Age Encounter | FCC Kids on Campus
Fridays, January 23: 12:45-2:15pm | thru 3/13/09
Don't judge a Neanderthal man by his looks...his brain was probably bigger than yours. Find out how Homo Neanderthalensis evolved. Learn how to make fire from stone, survive ice age conditions, find food, clothing, and shelter in the wild, and call upon the protection of animal spirits. Contact Leslie Ruby at 301-624-2820 or email.

The Snow Queen | Maryland Ensemble Theater
Saturday, January 24: 2pm
Journey with Gerda to save her best friend Kai from the evil Snow Queen. Audiences of all ages will love this powerful tale of friendship and the triumph of love over wickedness. Call 301-694-4744 for ticket information.

Guys Night Out at the Library
Monday, January 26: 7-8pm | Website
Hangout with some of the guys! Boys bond over exciting reading and discussion, fun activities and pure silliness, led by a resident guy. Snacks included. Meets the last Monday of each month at the Thurmont Regional Library. Ideal for students in grades 3-5; registration required.

Fiction Writing Workshop | FCC’s Kids on Campus
Fridays, January 30: 10:15-11:45am | thru 5/8/09
This course, taught in a workshop-style setting for ages 13-16, includes writing exercises, interactive discussions, and assignments that build upon each other. Hone the craft of writing fiction with assignments to review and reinforce grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and editing skills. Contact Leslie Ruby at 301-624-2820 or email.

Celebrating The Year of the Ox | Website
Saturday, January 31: 11am-1pm
Come and observe the Chinese New Year with a sampling of traditional foods, crafts, and special children's activities at the Thurmont Regional Library.