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After years of planning, advocacy and community support, the African American Resources Cultural and Heritage Society (AARCH) celebrated the grand opening of its African American Heritage Center in Frederick, marking a milestone in preserving and sharing the region’s Black history. The opening represents the fulfillment of a longstanding vision to establish a permanent space where…

The African American Resources–Cultural and Heritage Society (AARCH) brought music lovers together at the Weinberg Center for the Arts for “Luther Re-Lives: A Night to Remember,” a tribute to legendary R&B vocalist Luther Vandross. Featuring William “Smooth” Wardlaw, a live band and supporting vocalists, the concert celebrated Vandross’s enduring influence on R&B, soul and disco…

A community cookout and sports tournament at Lake Coventry brought residents together for a day of food, friendly competition and connection. The gathering featured local vendors, including CraftyM3, giving attendees an opportunity to support small businesses while enjoying activities and spending time with their neighbors. The event centered on a simple goal: creating opportunities for…

Once known as the Tivoli Theatre, the Weinberg has stood as a fixture in downtown Frederick for generations, but its history also reflects a period when Black patrons were separated from white audiences and required to use separate facilities. Members of the Frederick community gathered at the Weinberg Center for the Arts for a…

The annual Hispanic Heritage Festival returned to Carroll Creek on October 3, bringing music, dancing, food, traditional dress and cultural traditions from across the Hispanic and Latin American community to downtown Frederick. Hosted by Centro Hispano de Frederick, the free festival is an opportunity to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic residents while…