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SUMMARY:Story Hour at Antietam
DESCRIPTION:Join for a children’s picture book reading of “For a Soldier at Antietam” at the Antietam National Battlefield Visitor Center\, followed by a short question and answer session with the author and a make and take activity.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/story-hour-at-antietam/
LOCATION:Antietam National Battlefield\, 5831 Dunker Church Road\, Sharpsburg\, MD\, 21782
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: Church of the Brethren: Beliefs\, Practices\, and Customs Presented by Reverend Dr. James Benedict
DESCRIPTION:The Church of the Brethren [known officially as the German Baptists before 1908\, and unofficially as Dunkers] first came to Maryland and what would become Carroll County in the mid-18th century. Brethren families\, congregations\, and institutions have played important roles in the county. This presentation will focus on Brethren beliefs\, practices\, and customs\, as well as the contributions of Brethren to local history and their current presence and impact in the state\, country\, and worldwide. \nJames Benedict is a pastor and scholar with four earned graduate degrees in theology and ethics. Born and reared in Iowa\, Dr. Benedict has been a resident of Carroll County for thirty years. He served the Union Bridge Church of the Brethren as pastor for 20 years\, before retiring in 2017. Since then\, he has been a Scholar in Residence and adjunct professor in the Center for Global Health Ethics at Duquesne University while also serving part-time as an interim pastor at three congregations. He is married to Kathy\, a teacher in the Frederick County School system\, and they have three adult children and six grandchildren. Dr. Benedict’s long-standing interest in the history of the Church of the Brethren has led him to teach courses on the subject and to write articles and book chapters for denominational publications. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and the HSCC provides the drinks and desserts (thanks to HSCC volunteers and staff). They will be holding a nonperishable food drive for Carroll Food Sunday. If you bring a nonperishable item to the November Box Lunch Talk\, you get in FREE to the talk. If you choose not to bring a food item\, the cost is only $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/box-lunch-talk-church-of-the-brethren-beliefs-practices-and-customs-presented-by-reverend-dr-james-benedict/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County – Shriver-Weybright Auditorium\, 210 East Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Christkindlmarkt
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the Union Mills Homestead for a German-style Christmas market. Food and drinks will be available to purchase\, along with a variety of hand-crafted and unique gifts from vendors in the Grist Mill and Tannery. The gift shop will be open for your holiday shopping as will the blacksmith and woodworking shops. \nA portion of the historic Homestead will be decorated and open for you to visit. Parking is onsite\, $5 per vehicle. Buses are extra\, please call for details! Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holiday season at Union Mills\, celebrating our German heritage!
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/christkindlmarkt-2/
LOCATION:The Union Mills Homestead\, 3311 Littlestown Pike\, Westminster\, MD\, 21158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Holiday Open House at the Antietam Institute Features Special Visit by Civil War Santa
DESCRIPTION:The Antietam Institute invites the community\, history enthusiasts\, and families alike to celebrate the season at their Holiday Open House. This special festive gathering will bring together holiday cheer\, local history\, and a very special appearance by Civil War Santa. \nThe event offers a unique opportunity to explore the Institute’s latest historical research\, browse a curated selection of Civil War literature\, and meet prominent local authors. Guests can enjoy complimentary holiday refreshments\, hot cocoa\, and seasonal treats while mingling with fellow members and neighbors. \nA highlight of the event will be the arrival of Santa Claus (@ 2:15)\, appearing in authentic 1860s period attire. Inspired by the famous wartime illustrations of Thomas Nast\, Civil War Santa will greet children and adults alike\, listen to holiday wishes\, and pose for festive family photos throughout the afternoon.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/holiday-open-house-at-the-antietam-institute-features-special-visit-by-civil-war-santa/
LOCATION:Antietam Institute Education Center\, 101 W Main Street\, Sharpsburg\, MD\, 21782
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Home for the Holidays Open House at the Historical Society of Carroll County
DESCRIPTION:The HSCC is back! They are happy to bring back their open house this year to everyone. The HSCC’s Home for the Holidays Open House on Saturday\, November 28th from 11 am to 1 pm will feature a multitude of trees and holiday decorations\, holiday music\, cider\, cocoa\, cookies\, and more! \nThank you to HSCC staff and dedicated volunteers for all the hard work pulling this event and our holiday decorations together. \nThis is a free event\, but donations are always welcomed! Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director\, at lbankard@hsccmd.org with any questions!
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/home-for-the-holidays-open-house-at-the-historical-society-of-carroll-county/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 E. Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Antietam Annual Memorial Illumination
DESCRIPTION:Antietam National Battlefield will present the Annual Memorial Illumination on Saturday\, December 5\, 2026 to honor the 23\,000 casualties from the Battle of Antietam on September 17\, 1862. \nThe event is a driving tour open to the public starting at 6:00 pm. Cars enter the park by traveling west on Route 34 and lining up on the shoulder of the road. Drivers must be with their vehicles parked on the shoulder of Rt 34 after 5:00 pm. Any unattended vehicles parked on the westbound shoulder of Rt 34 after 5:00 pm\, blocking the flow of traffic into the event\, will be towed. Cars are allowed to enter the event until midnight. Walking is not allowed. Donations will not be accepted for this event. \nVisitor services during the day will be limited and only porta johns will be available. The northern end of the park\, north of Route 34\, will close at 3:00 pm.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/antietam-annual-memorial-illumination/
LOCATION:Antietam National Battlefield\, 5831 Dunker Church Road\, Sharpsburg\, MD\, 21782
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Carroll 250 Event: Voices of the Maryland 400: Maryland’s Revolutionary War Soldiers at the Battle of Brooklyn in 1776 Presented by Owen Lourie
DESCRIPTION:In August 1776\, less than two months after the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, the Continental Army suffered a terrible defeat at the Battle of Brooklyn\, the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. The battle nearly saw the complete destruction of the American army\, but a desperate stand by a contingent of Maryland soldiers helped to stave off the British and allow the Americans to fight another day. \nJoin Owen Lourie\, author of the newly published book\, Finding the Maryland 400\, which tells the story of these soldiers’ lives. Learn more about these soldiers\, now called the Maryland 400\, and hear first-hand accounts of their actions at the battle. This talk will also discuss the lives of several soldiers from the unit\, exploring them and their families during and after the Revolutionary War. Copies of the book will be available for sale for $40.00. \nThis talk is sponsored by the Westminster Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. Thank you! \nThis is a FREE event no registration is required. If you have any questions\, please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director\, at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/carroll-250-event-voices-of-the-maryland-400-marylands-revolutionary-war-soldiers-at-the-battle-of-brooklyn-in-1776-presented-by-owen-lourie/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 E. Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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SUMMARY:Christmas by Candlelight at Tolson's Chapel
DESCRIPTION:Community celebration at the historic Tolson’s Chapel\, offering a cozy\, nostalgic evening of traditional carols\, holiday reflections\, and a candlelit service in a preserved 1866 setting.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/christmas-by-candlelight-at-tolsons-chapel/
LOCATION:Tolson’s Chapel\, 111 E. High St.\, Sharpsburg\, MD\, 21782
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T120000
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SUMMARY:Box Lunch Talk: “The Abuse and Not the Use”: Drinking and the Union Mills Homestead Presented by Kyle Dalton
DESCRIPTION:Throughout their 160-year occupation of the Union Mills Homestead\, the Shriver family’s six generations always enjoyed a drink. From whiskey to beer to cider to wine\, what they drank and how they drank reflected changing times and culture in America. In this Box Lunch Talk\, executive director Kyle Dalton will discuss the long history of politics\, prohibition\, and temperance at the Union Mills Homestead. \nAs always\, there is no registration for Box Lunch Talks. You bring your lunch\, and the HSCC will provide the drinks and desserts (thanks to HSCC volunteers and staff). The cost is $3 for HSCC members and $5 for nonmembers. \nQuestions? Please contact Laura Bankard\, Outreach & Events Director at lbankard@hsccmd.org or 410.848.6494 ext. 200.
URL:https://heartofthecivilwar.org/event/box-lunch-talk-the-abuse-and-not-the-use-drinking-and-the-union-mills-homestead-presented-by-kyle-dalton/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Carroll County\, 210 E. Main Street\, Westminster\, MD\, 21157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ongoing
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