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Lighthouse After-School Program Starts Strong
HARC’s Lighthouse After-School Program has kicked off the 2025-26 school year with eight after-school “clubs” in 6 schools, filling 21 time slots. These programs will serve more than 300 children this marking period with educational, life skills and skills, and enrichment opportunities in partnership with Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) this marking period.
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"What are the High Holy Days?"
Chabad.org
"If the year is a train, the High Holidays (AKA High Holy Days) are its engine. A delicate blend of joy and solemnity, feasting and fasting, prayer and inspiration make up the spiritually charged head of the Jewish year.
The High Holiday season begins during the month of Elul..."
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Chef/Cook Needed
Shepherd's Spring Camp & Retreat Center is seeking a full-time, year round chef/cook to join their team as the Food Director. Cook for large groups (40-120) and summer camp, buffet style. Weekends and evenings required; hours fluctuate based on scheduled retreats and school groups. Must pass a background check. If interested, please send your resume to info@shepherdsspring.org.
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"Live Your Dream": Education & Training Awards for Women
The Soroptimist "Live Your Dream: Education & Training Awards for Women program provides cash grants to women who are working to better their lives through additional schooling and skills training. Download the flyer to see if you are eligible to apply.
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Manna Project Boonsboro Food Giveaway | |
Saturday, Oct. 4 | 9:00 - 11:00 am
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall
18311 Lappans Road, Boonsboro, MD
St. Mark's Episcopal Church continues The Manna Project Boonsboro food giveaway. Fifty (50) bags valued at $20 each will contain pantry items and will be given away first-come first-serve on the first Saturday of each month through December. This Parish outreach ministry has been made possible by a grant from the Nora Roberts Foundation. Click on pic for flyer.
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HARC Meeting: Rising To Learn | |
Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Grace United Methodist Church
712 W. Church Street, Hagerstown
In October, HARC welcomes Dottie Gruler, Chairperson for Rising To Learn, to share about this new organization dedicated to ensuring children in Washington County Public Schools have the access and opportunity to reach that unlimited potential in their education. Join us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. A free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal. RSVP requested by Friday, October 10 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities.
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End of Life Planning Event | |
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 12:45 pm
Zion Reformed UCC
201 N. Potomac Street, Hagerstown
Join Zion Reformed United Church of Christ for an informative event on End of Life Planning. Zion's Parish Nurse, a lawyer, a Physicians Assistant and Pastor will provide valuable insights and resources to help you prepare for the future. We can help you consider healthcare directives (MOLST), funeral arrangements, and other ways to prepare for end of life. A light lunch is planned so please RSVP with Eventbrite or by calling the Church Office - (301) 739-7244. Click pic for flyer.
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Free Organ Concert: Sarah DeLacy | |
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 4:00 pm
Grace United Methodist Church
712 W. Church Street, Hagerstown
The first concert of the 2025-2026 Season of the Music at Grace Concert Series will be performed by Sarah DeLacy. This concert is open to all and is free of charge. A free-will offering is accepted.
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Multi-Church Revival at Meritus Park | |
Sunday, Oct. 12 | 6:00 pm
Meritus Park
50 W. Baltimore Street, Hagerstown
Your church is encouraged to join others as they Gather Together for a night of worship for our community and the world. We will partner with Compassion International for the Compassion Experience and hear the testimony of a sponsored child from El Salvador on how this organization and her sponsors changed her life. Read more about it in a letter from Chris Schlotterbeck, Lead Pastor, Hub City Vineyard.
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Randolph Community Golf Tournament | |
Saturday, Oct. 18 | 11:30 am check-in
Beaver Creek Country Club
9535 Mapleville Road, Hagerstown
The inaugural Randolph Community Outreach (RCO) golf tournament at Beaver Creek Country Club. All proceeds support the food bank at Trinity Lutheran Church, Hagerstown. Four-person scramble, $125 per person. Package includes cart, greens fees, beer and soda, catered dinner afterward. Individual and team prizes! Registration 11:30 am, tee time 1 pm. RSVP Deadline: Oct. 1. Sign up online or contact Craig Fentress at birdease.com/RCOGolf or Trinity office, 301-733-2878 or office@tlchag.org
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Fall Festival and Trick or Treat | |
Saturday, Oct. 18 | 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Hagerstown Church of the Brethren
15 S. Mulberry Street, Hagerstown
Food, games, moon bounce, kid’s crafts, balloon man, bingo, sweet treats, popcorn, cake walk, costume contest and trunk or treat! Children come in your costumes for the Costume Contest!! Everything FREE!! Everyone Welcome!! Questions? Please call: 301-733-3565
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Mummer's Parade Parking & Seating | |
Saturday, Oct. 25 | 5:30 pm
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Avenue, Hagerstown
Mummer's Parade Parking & Seating. Seating in front of Trinity Lutheran Church is available. Front row, $7; second row, $5; parking, $5. Call the church office for reservations, 301-733-2878. Food will be available for purchase. Proceeds to benefit the Randolph Community Outreach food pantry located at Trinity. Click pic for flyer.
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Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Hagerstown Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Avenue, Hagerstown
Join the Washington County Health Department and Hagerstown Parks & Rec for their Kickoff Event for Walk Maryland Day!.WCHD staff will lead walks every 30 min at 5:15, 5:40, and 6:10 pm. To register for the walk scan the QR code on flyer or go to bit.ly/washco-walk. Local vendors will be set up to provide resources on physical activity, healthy eating, hypertension, diabetes and more! (Rain Date will be Oct. 8) Click pic for flyer.
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Mike Taber Memorial Bike Rally | |
Saturday, Oct. 4 | 12:00 pm
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
13025 Greensburg Road, Smithsburg, MD
Mike Taber Memorial Bike Rally is open to motorcycles, cars, and bicycles. Rain date is Oct. 18. Suggested donation, $25. Donations benefit Micah’s Backpack and Ladders 2 Leaders. For information, call or text Pastor Julie Brigham at 240-405-2173. Facebook Event Info: StPaulsGreenburgMD or MountMoriahFoxville. Click pic for flyer.
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Saturday, Oct. 11 | 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Welty Church of the Brethren
13465 Greensburg Road, Smithsburg MD
Family Fun & FREE! Make your own kid-size scarecrow! Decorate a pumpkin to take home! Games: Ladder Ball! Sack Races! Pumpkin Bowling! Toss-a-Ball! Food: Apple Cider! Slushies! Ice Cream! Hot Dogs! Chips/Snacks! Hayrides! Live Music! Kids’ Play Area! See Adorable Miniature Farm Animals! All Free and While Supplies Last. Website.
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Prime Time For Women, Inc.'s "Chameleons of the World" Quilt Raffle | |
Now thru Nov. 27 | ends 5:00 pm
Prime Time For Women, Inc.
Hagerstown, MD
Purchase a raffle ticket (or several tickets) for a chance to win the "Chameleons of the World" Quilt, lovingly created by fabric artist Clay L. Anderson. This amazing quilt was donated by Skip Horner to support Prime Time for Women's mission! Each ticket you purchase directly supports PTFW's efforts to offer free programs that make our community healthier and happier! Click pic for info flyer.
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Blessings!
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Kathy Powderly
Executive Director
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David Brechbiel
News Flash Editor
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