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MAMSA holds special meeting after Main Street fire
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 19, 2007
On Tuesday, Sept. 4, the Mt. Airy Main Street Association (MAMSA) held a special meeting to discuss whether the fire would impact future town activities.
MAMSA president Dalia Schulman addressed a standing room only meeting at town hall. [more]
Workforce housing plan presented
Mt. Airy Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of Aug. 27
By MICHELLE COOK, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 19, 2007
Prior to the regular meeting, Margie Lance, coordinator of the Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit (MPDU) program, briefed the commission on the details of the proposed program from Frederick County. This program is only one of the potential ways Mt. [more]
Antiques find new home on Main Street
By MICHELLE COOK, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 19, 2007
The renovation of Main Street continues with another new store opening. On May 11 of this year, Angie Nolte opened her shop of antiques and collectibles called Den of Antiquity.
Nolte has been selling antiques and collectibles for approximately [more]
Mt. Airy Town Council and local officials come together after fire
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger Staff
As published Sept. 19, 2007
The Mt. Airy Town Council, other town and state officials, along with citizens, gathered on Tuesday, Sept. 4, in Mt. Airy’s town hall with the business owners and families affected by the Sunday, Sept. 2 fire on Main [more]
Main Street Marketplace reaches milestone
As published Sept. 19, 2007
On Wednesday, Aug. 8, local business, Main Street Marketplace, congratulated Glenda Judith Garcia-Castaneda as the customer representing their 10,000th sale. Store employee, Andrew Brice, presented Garcia-Castaneda with an ivy plant and store gift certificate recognizing the occasion.
The store will be celebrating their second [more]
Local business networking group to provide free lunch seminar/visitor’s day
As published Sept. 19, 2007
The Mt. Airy Business Networking International (BNI) Chapter’s Thursday Lunch Group will host a free lunch seminar and visitor’s day Thursday, Oct. 4, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Olive Leaf Café, Twin Arch Shopping Center, Mt. Airy. The seminar topic will be [more]
NY Times gardening columnist will answer your gardening questions at the Mt. Airy Farmers Market
As published Sept. 19, 2007
Anne Raver, renowned author and gardening columnist of The New York Times will answer gardening questions during the Wednesday, Sept. 26 Mt. Airy Farmers Market. She can be found at the Carroll County Master Gardener’s booth from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Farmers [more]
Mt. Airy Senior Center special events
As published Sept. 19, 2007
Octoberfest Luncheon – Featuring bratwurst, sauerkraut and hot potato salad on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Entertainment by the Standard Jazz Combo.
Speaker – Medicare presentation – Local help for people with Medicare, with Susan Cronin, coordinator, Senior Health Insurance Program, [more]
Harrison’s Mule Days set for October 6–7
By NAN BROWN, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 19, 2007
The Harrison family has been farming in Woodbine for as long as Elisha Harrison Iager can trace the family tree. Farming is a lifestyle they all know well. Her brother, Jered Harrison, was following in the footsteps of their [more]
St. Paul’s summer outreach
As published Sept. 19, 2007
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Mt. Airy recently announced that the 14th Rainbow Camp was held Aug. 6-10 at Claggett. More than 60 children were referred by agencies in Maryland who serve HIV/AIDS patients and 51 children came to camp.
Upon arrival the campers [more]
Horses dress in costume to celebrate Days End Farm’s “Fall Festival”
As published Sept. 19, 2007
Bring the family to a fun day in the country! Days End Farm Horse Rescue will hold its annual “Fall Festival” on Saturday, Sept. 29 in Lisbon, presented by Don Hoffacker’s Air Conditioning & Heating and Champion & Hill Brush.
The farm is located [more]
Climate protection agreement needs further review
Mt. Airy Town Council meeting of August 6
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Council member Peter Helt led the Aug. 6 meeting as council president Dave Pyatt was absent.
Mayor Frank Johnson presented a town proclamation to family members of the late Thomas Ogle in recognition of his dedication and contributions [more]
A guy's place with a unique name
By MICHELLE COOK, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Barbershops have come a long way since the corner shop where men gathered to talk about sports, weather, and families and get a haircut.
This month, Mt. Airy will celebrate one year of an establishment that brings the past [more]
Mt. Airy Senior Center special events
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Fun and Games with Bev - Friday, Sept. 14 at 12:30 p.m. Everyone welcome.
Yard Sale - Saturday, Sept. 8 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. At the senior center parking lot.
Nutritional Tips with Melissa - Tuesday, Sept. 11, 18, and 25 at [more]
New chairman chosen to lead commission
Mt. Airy Economic Development Commission meeting of August 22
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Chairman Gene Lichtman announced the Economic Development Commission (EDC) was in need of a new chairman and asked for nominations.
EDC member Tim Cahall offered to take this position. Mt. Airy Town Council liaison John Woodhull seconded the [more]
Role of school task forces comes into question
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
During the Monday, Aug. 6 Mt. Airy Town Council meeting, council member Gary Nelson raised the possibility of the current two task forces, regarding Frederick and Carroll County schools, be redesigned to advocate for the entire community rather [more]
Mt. Airy History 101
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Want to learn more about the history of Mt. Airy? The opportunity is at hand!
The Mt. Airy Main Street Association's Second Saturday event for Sept. 8 is Mt. Airy History 101.
On that day, everyone is encouraged to visit the historic Main Street [more]
Town's Camp Night attracts over 60 campers
Mt. Airy Board of Parks and Recreation meeting August 16
By MICHELLE COOK, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Tim Richards of Citizens for a Green Mt. Airy briefed the board on a meeting that was held since last month's Board of Parks & Recreation (P&R) meeting. This meeting covered alternative ways to help generate clean power and [more]
Last minute details ironed out for upcoming survey
Mt. Airy Growth and Development Task Force meeting of August 13
By MICHELLE COOK, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
After approving the minutes from June and July, the task force got right to work on some last minute details for the survey due out the first of October.
Member Bob Sinclair stated he is finished with the software [more]
Speeding on Buffalo Road raises concern from residents
Mt. Airy Streets and Roads Commission meeting of August 23
By TONYA M. LEE, Messenger staff
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Chairperson Dawn Adair Johnson welcomed new commission member Tora Mahoney. Mahoney was appointed to the commission in June 2007.
Johnson stated that the commission was in need of a permanent secretary. Member Chris Action volunteered to be the [more]
Woodbine Recreation Council Fall 2007 programs
As published Sept. 5, 2007
Karate taught by Taekwondo-Arnis Academy
Taekwondo is a Korean martial art emphasizing physical fitness and traditional values of courtesy, perseverance, self-control, integrity and indomitable spirit. Arnis is a Filipino martial art oriented toward practical self-defense. Both Arnis and Taekwondo are taught in the class [more]
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