African-American Community Fair Draws 300 Attendees
The third annual fair organized by Frederick’s NAACP clubs attracted about 300 people. Organizers said the event moved twice to larger spaces at Frederick Community College to showcase black businesses churches and organizations. Rose Chaney conceived the idea after hearing a new resident say she didn’t know what groups were available.
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Celebration of the African American Community Fair Draws Crowd
About 300 attend a community fair described as a celebration and service for African Americans. Willie Gardner notes support for local groups, while Shirley Snowden says the event helps unite black businesses and residents after geographic dispersion. Participating groups include Weekenders Bridge Club Rollins Funeral Home Ellen's Wedding Consultation Afracentric cards from the Robbins Family and Floor Doctors.
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Retiree Mrs Dell Leads Local Charity Effort
The 84 year old Mary Dell and her husband Charles a retiree who survived bypass surgery run a Frederick County charity helping a single mother with food and clothing. Volunteers and friends share meals and kindness as they support neighbors in need and teach values to the next generation.
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Funsch Named Kodak Young Leader From Frederick High School
Catherine Funsch, a Gov. Thomas Johnson sophomore in Frederick, earns Kodak Young Leader honors in a national program. She will receive a Kodak award and is eligible to apply for a Young Leaders Scholarship at the University of Rochester in New York.
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Frederick
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