Meat Raffle
On Friday, April 29, 2016, a Meat Raffle will be held at the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10.00. View the advertisement on page 37 for more details.
Baltimore Work Camp Big Money Bingo
Come out to the Baltimore Work Camp Big Money Bingo at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg on Saturday, April 23, 2016, to support OLMC/SA and St. Joseph’s. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with games starting at 7:00 p.m. Tickets include: All-inclusive 9 pack and spaghetti dinner (5:00-6:30 p.m. only). Must be 18 years old to play. View the advertisement on page 9 for more information.
2nd Annual Fun Festival
On Saturday, May 21, 2016, the 2nd Annual Fund Festival will be held at Victory Tabernacle on Kelly Store Road in Thurmont, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The event features free games and prizes (ages 12 and under); free door prizes, free face painting, free snacks and drinks, and free live music. Meet Princell Leia and Chewbacca! View the advertisement on page 12 for more information.
Guardian Hose Company’s Sportsmans Bingo
Come on out for the Guardian Hose Company’s Sportsmans Bingo on Saturday, April 16, 2016, at the Thurmont Activities Building. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m., with bingo beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bingo features twenty games; tip jars, door prizes, jackpot games, 50/50, and more. View the advertisement on page 15 for more details and how to get your tickets.
Vigilant’s Annual Spring Fling — LOCATION UPDATE —
Get your tickets now for Vigilant Hose Company’s Annual Spring Fling on Saturday, May 21, 2016. LOCATION UPDATE: This event will now be held on Echo Field at Mount St. Mary’s University. Spring Fling features $30,000 given in prizes, plus horseshoes, food, 50/50 tip jars, live music, and much more. View the advertisement on page 44 for how to get your tickets today!
Thurmont Business Showcase
The Thurmont Business Showcase will be held on April 23, 2016, from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The showcase is free and open to the public. This will be the first event at the new Thurmont Ambulance Event Complex! View the advertisement on page 3 for more information.
Trinity UCC Holds Benefit Breakfast for Wyatt Black
Trinity United Church of Christ (UCC) is holding Benefit Breakfast for Wyatt Black (all-you-can-eat) on Saturday, April 16, 2016, from 6:00-11:00 a.m. View the advertisement on page 17 for more information.
Thurmont Lions Club Sandwich Sales
Thurmont Lions Club Sandwich Sales (pit beef, pit pork, pit turkey, and pit ham) will be held one-and-a-half miles north of Thurmont (west side of Rt. 15) on Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 10:00 a.m.-3 p.m. (or until sold out). View the advertisement on page 40 for more information and to see additional dates for their Sandwich Sales.
Ladies Day at Catoctin Church of Christ
Join the Catoctin Church of Christ for Ladies Day on Saturday, April 23, 2016, from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Registration and a light breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. Enjoy spiritual encouragement prayer, songs, food, and Christian fellowship. View the advertisement on page 41 for more details.
April Showers Garden Party
You won’t want to miss the April Showers Garden Party, being held at St. Joseph’s Church Hall in Emmitsburg, on Saturday, April 30, 2016, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Event features dinner, raffle, auction, music, hat contest, and more. View the advertisement on page 17 for more information.
Thurmont Middle School PTA Hosts Thirty-One Bingo
The Thurmont Middle School PTA is holding a Thirty-One Bingo event on Sunday, May 1, 2016, at the Lewistown Fire Hall. Doors will open at 11:00 a.m., with games beginning at 1:00 p.m. Come on out and help support TMS students! View the advertisement on page 14 for more information.
FRCC Bass Fishing Series
Fort Ritchie Community Center (FRCC) will be hosting the 2016 Bass Fishing Series on April 16, May 21, and June 18, with the championship held on August 13. The cost is $15.00 per event for youth; $35.00 per event for adults. Chance to win a $10,000 fish! Series sponsored by Cobblestone Hotel & Suites. View the advertisement on page 19 for more information and for additional upcoming events.
7th Annual His Place Car Show
Mark your calendar for the 7th Annual His Place Car Show, scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2016, at Mother Seton School in Emmitsburg. Event features cars, trucks, hot rods, motorcycles, and tuner cars, along with three awards each for five categories, as well as door prizes, food, music, and more! View the advertisement on page 31 for more information and for a schedule of events.
Tom’s Creek Turkey & Oyster Supper
On Saturday, April 9, 2016, Tom’s Creek United Methodist Church is hosting a Turkey & Oyster Supper, from 12:00-6:00 p.m., featuring a bake table. View the advertisement on page 38 for more information and to see what’s on the menu.
Guardian Hose Company Sponsors Yard Sale & Flea Market
On May 28, 2016, the Guardian Hose Company is sponsoring a Yard Sale and Flea Market at the carnival grounds in Thurmont. Spaces are available for $5.00 each. View the advertisement on page 11 for more details.
Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Events
The Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Association located on Waynesboro Pike, Fairfield, PA, is hosting many upcoming events in April, including a Hunter Safety course; a Cash Bingo on April 3; a Pool Tournament on April 9; a 3D Archery Shoot on April 10; a Shuffleboard Tournament on April 17 at 1:00 p.m.; and more. View the advertisement on page 8 for more event information.
Flower Sale and Chicken BBQ
The Guardian Hose Company is sponsoring a Flower Sale and Chicken BBQ on May 6, 2016, from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.; and May 7, 2016, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Just in time for Mother’s Day, come out and see the large assortments of plants, flowers, bedding plants, and more. View the advertisement on page 28 for more information.
CYA Football & Cheer Information Night
Come out to meet the CYA Football and Cheerleading coaches, hear from players and cheerleaders, and check out football pads and gear at the CYA Football & Cheer Information Night on Thursday, April 7, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. at the Thurmont Regional Library. View the advertisement on page 23 for more details and for information on registering for football or cheerleading.
CHS 2016 Safe and Sane Fundraising
On April 11, an All-You-Can-Eat Pizza fundraiser will be held at Rocky’s Pizza in Thurmont, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. On April 16, come out to the Glow Bowling event at Thunderhead Bowl & Grill in Taneytown, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. On April 23, a Cash Bash will be held at the Emmitsburg Fire Hall, from 4:30-8:30 p.m. View the advertisement on page 13 for more information.
Dan McCarthy Performs at Trinity United Methodist Church
Join Trinity United Methodist Church in Emmitsburg on Sunday, April 3, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. for a performance from Dan McCarthy, folk/rock artist, singer-songwriter, and leader of the Christian Praise Band in Hagerstown. View the advertisement on page 13 for more details.
Emmitsburg Community Heritage Day History Art Contest
The Emmitsburg Community Heritage Day Art Contest is open for students in first through tweleth grades, in Frederick, Carroll, and Adams (PA) counties. All artwork should reflect the theme ”Civil War Retreat through Emmitsburg.” There will be cash prizes awarded in three divisions. View the advertisement on page 38 for more details.
Elvis Gospel Show
Come out to the Rocky Ridge Church of the Brethren on Sunday, April 17, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. for the Elvis Gospel Show, presented by Kevin Booth. Admittance is free, but a free-will offering will be taken. View the advertisement on page 6 for more information.
Grill Demos at Zurgable Brothers Hardware
Come out to Zurgable Brothers Hardware in Emmitsburg on Saturday, April 9 and April 30, 2016, from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., for live demos of the Holland Grill (April 9) and the Grill Dome (April 30). View the advertisement on page 11 for more information.
Cash Bingo at Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company
On May 1, 2016, the Rocky Ridge Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary is holding a Cash Bingo, featuring twenty regular games, two special games, jackpots, holder jars, door prizes, and more. View the advertisement on page 14 for more information and on how to get your tickets.