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August 2007


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The Catoctin Banner
P.O. Box 271
Thurmont, MD 21788
Phone: 301-271-4226
Fax: 301-271-1746
news@thecatoctinbanner.com

51st Annual Community Show

This year marks the 51st anniversary of the Thurmont and Emmitsburg Community Show scheduled for September 7, 8 and 9, 2007 at Catoctin High School in Thurmont. Over 2500 farm and garden, household, quilt, livestock, machinery and commercial displays are yours to enjoy during the three day event. ...  Full Story

Thurmont Lions Present Club’s
Prestigious Melvin Jones Awards

Melvin Jones, founder of the Lions Club International and a guiding principle for public-spirited people worldwide, once said "You can’t get very far until you start doing something for somebody else."  Full Story

Walkersville Dinner Mystery Train Rides Again

The Dinner Mystery Train of the Walkersville Southern Railroad, now in its 11th year, has been thrilling its passengers with outstanding performances and top-notch talent, including mysterious fun and an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner...  Full Story

 

Share the Road:
Annual Cycling Event September 8:
Once again, the country roads of Thurmont and the surrounding countryside will be full of bicyclists from the Baltimore Bike Club as riders participate in the club’s Civil War Century ride on September 8, 2007....
Full Story

Fall Programs for All Ages
Offered at Local Rec Center:
The Catoctin Rec Center and the Emmitsburg Community Center are offering a variety of programs for area youth and even adults this fall ... Full Story

Mount St. Mary’s University Dedicates New Waldron Family Stadium: The 1,000-seat facility is named the Waldron Family Stadium, in honor of Trustee Emeritus Eugene Waldron, C’64, and his family; while the all-purpose lacrosse and soccer field will be named the Lawrence E. Horning, Sr. Field, in honor of deceased alum Larry Horning, C’56. ... Full Story

Thurmont Thespians 11th Season Offers New Plays and Musicals: The Thurmont Thespians will launch their 11th consecutive season of quality community theatre serving north central Maryland and south central Pennsylvania audiences. ... Full Story

4-H Therapeutic Riding Program Receives Grant: Through the support of a grant from The Community Foundation of Frederick County, The Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program has been able to upgrade its much-used equipment.  ...  Full Story

Car Show:  The 8th Annual Mountain Fest Car Show will be held at Sabillasville Elementary School on Sunday, October 14, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Five classes include antique, street rod, classic, truck, and sport compact ...  Full Story

Thurmont Lions Club - Make A Difference Day:  Make A Difference Day will be making its second appearance in Thurmont on October 27, 2007.  Join the Thurmont Lions Club once again and work together to make Thurmont a better place...  Full Story

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