
February 9, 2010

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Tomorrow

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As of Monday morning, 130 remain without power in Carroll County
Budget hearing is also postponed
Landfills closed Saturday; too much snow for Sledfest
Bikes for the World among attractions at Feb. 14 swap
Sykesville council meeting canceled
'When I was imprisoned ... you visited me'
Equipment proposed for Sykesville tower deemed safe
Police investigate shooting in Westminster
Competition leaves Knights cheering again
Booster clubs hope to put proposed cuts off track
Free income tax assistance available at senior centers
Winters Mill takes giant step at dance showcase
Rocking your world ... or at least Carroll County
Essays honored at McDaniel College's celebration of King
Weekend closures and cancellations
Reception held for McDaniel president-elect
Open house at community college on President's Day
Appeals board overturns limit on Liberty Exchange gas station operation
CATS' summit on transportation issues in Carroll
County to hold hearing on construction code changes
Board of Zoning Appeals overturns restrictions at Liberty Exchange
HOBY: If consumer demand isn't there, no tax credit will help create jobs
Historic 1857 quilt inspired by the politics and faith of its era
Kids say the darndest things, and then won't stop saying them
Political landscapes change, but let's not lose the 'Carroll' party
Remembering how we used to celebrate the best care anywhere
Wii all know now not to get Mii started on video games
Hampstead Scout honored for act of heroism
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A sampling of seminars, fundraisers and concerts in Carroll County.
Saturday 02-06
Weekend breakfast The Church of the Ascension, 23 N. Court St., Westminster, will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast Saturday, 6:30-10:30 a.m. Call 410-848-3251.
Underground info North Carroll Library, 2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount, will host, "Show Way and the Underground Railroad," on Saturday at 11 a.m., for ages 7-11. Celebrate Black History Month by listening to stories of the Underground Railroad. Listen to Jacqueline Woodson's book, "Show Way," and create a quilt block artwork with paper.
My Union Valentine Union Bridge Fire Company, West Locust Street, Union Bridge, will host a Valentine's Dance for those 21 and over on Saturday, 8 p.m.-midnight. Dance to the music of the group Sticktime. Admission $15 and includes beer, soda and setups. Call 410-775-7780.
McCutcheon in Common Common Ground on the Hill will present folk singer, song writer and dulcimer artist John McCutcheon in concert Saturday, 8 p.m., at the Carroll County Arts Center, 91 W. Main St., Westminster. Tickets $19 adults, $17 for seniors and students with ID. For tickets or details, call 410-857-2771.
Blue Saturday Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition will be featured when Zion United Methodist Church, 2716 Old Washington Road, Westminster, hosts the fifth of its series of First Saturday Night Bluegrass Music sessions Saturday, 7-9 p.m., in the social hall. A free-will offering will be taken, and there will be refreshments available. Call 410-795-3585 or 410-857-4444.
Sunday 02-07
Chicks in art The multimedia art installation, "Artchicks: Gathering," will open on Sunday with a reception, 2 to 4 p.m., in the Gallery in the Scott Center, Carroll Community College, 1601 Washington Road, Westminster. Free. For details, including gallery hours, call Maggie Ball at 410-386-8256. The show runs through March 19.
Monday 02-08
Steppin' out Piedmont Pacers Walking Volkssport Club, a group that promotes walking as exercise, meets Monday, at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 23 N. Court St., Westminster. Call 410-795-7855.
Tuesday 02-09
Uniform information "Civil War Uniforms" will be the subject of the next Boxed Lunch Talk hosted by the Historical Society of Carroll County, Tuesday, noon to 1 p.m. During the Civil War, Union Army soldiers wore an array of uniforms. Dr. Howard Lanham will describe the various uniforms and their impact on later American military uniforms. Held at the American Legion Carroll Post, corner of Green and Sycamore streets, Westminster. Cost is $1 for HSCC members; $4 for non-members. Bring a lunch, or buy lunch at the Legion by calling 410-857-7953 by 11:30 a.m., to place an order. Dessert and beverages provided. Call 410-848-6494 for details.
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