Frederick Steppers is a youth organization based in Frederick, Maryland, founded by Sharizma Hill that aims to empower young individuals through the art of dance. With a mission to provide a safe and inclusive space for young people to express themselves, the organization offers dance classes, workshops, and performance opportunities to children and teenagers in the community.

Mayor O’Connor and County Executive Jessica Fitzwater signed an MOU Agreement for the West side Library and community center during a county and city press conference at Hillcrest Park, the site on which the library will be built.

The Smithsonian Channel's groundbreaking series, "America's Hidden Stories” delves deep into the untold narratives of the nation’s past. In one captivating episode, “Forged in Slavery," the spotlight is on the Catoctin Iron Furnace in Frederick, Maryland, a significant historical site that played a pivotal role in America's industrial revolution. This thought-provoking episode sheds light on the lives of enslaved individuals who toiled at the furnace, revealing a hidden chapter of American history that deserves recognition.

Elayne Bond Hyman is the poet and author of Catoctin SlaveSpeak and "Creating Catoctin SlaveSpeak," works that are a collection of narrative poems in the voices of enslaved Africans and their descendants, who were imported to work at the Catoctin Iron Furnace in Thurmont, Maryland.

On Saturday, the Whole Heart Center hosted a book signing for Good and Perfect: The Baltimore Chronicles by Yolandra Johnson.

The vibrant city of Frederick, Maryland, is set to come alive with the soulful melodies and infectious rhythms of the Got My Own Sound band. On June 24th, music enthusiasts will gather at the esteemed New Spires Art Center to witness a captivating performance by this talented group at the highly anticipated Frederick Jazz Festival. With their unique fusion of jazz, funk, and R&B, the Got My Own Sound band promises an unforgettable evening of musical brilliance.