Christmas show a hit with shoppers at Frederick fairgrounds
Susan Beares and Francis Lynch attended the 18th annual Christmas Show at the Frederick Fairgrounds where 270 vendors offered gifts including a hand painted shutter sign. Organizer Ray Podeszwa and event host Mrs. Lynch reported crowds of over 35,000 shoppers over the weekend and next week. The family themed event runs across seven buildings and four tents with hours posted for today and the weekend.
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Old man Christmas show spurs Cabin Fever and Mountain festivals
The Old Man Christmas show inspired Mrs. Lynch to expand her efforts to host the Cabin Fever Festival in February at the fairgrounds and the Maryland Mountain Festival in October at the Lynfield Event Complex. Pottery maker Jacalynn McCord of Lion Paw has attended the Christmas show 15 years and says the Christmas theme aids sales of functional art like a matching mug and bowl breakfast set for 20 dollars. West Union Wa glassmaker Kevin Bayee debuts at the Christmas show with ornaments and ruby red decanters while a shopper buys a hand crafted glass penguin and ice cube set for 61 dollars. Admission is 6 dollars for adults and 2.5 dollars for children under 12, with parking at 1 dollar.
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Holiday Shopping Safety Tips From Maryland Retailers Association
Retailers offer tips to shoppers for a safe season. Tom Saquelia stresses staying aware of location and avoiding temptations. law enforcement and mall security coordinate with the public. Mike Fox notes extended hours and heightened security with more crowds. Frederick County Sheriff’s Office collaborates for safety, with pamphlets on basic precautions.
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Rise in U. Md. crime unsettles campus students
At the University of Maryland College Park crime has risen with robberies nearly doubling and a gunpoint dorm holdup last week. Police say county crime trends spill onto campus as violent incidents cluster on the southern area near Route 1.
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