The children’s menu, printed on a separate coloring handout, includes the classics, like chicken tenders and spaghetti. The prices for children’s dishes are quite low ($3.99, $4.99) and include a drink. My daughter described her spaghetti as “very yummy” and ate the entire plate (quite generous in size). My son had fried shrimp, and he too, loved his food. I described the restaurant as family friendly, because the noise and the slight mess that my children made didn’t seem to disturb anyone and was treated by the wait staff as “no big deal”. Also, the waiter made it a point to serve my hungry children first, as if he understood how important it was for their parents’ dining experience. It made all the difference for us.

Our appetizer egg rolls were very tasty, even if slightly overcooked, and the entrees came out quickly and tasted delicious. The blue cheese burger was cooked to perfection: meaty, juicy, and flavorful, with the sweet and tangy taste of grilled onions and blue cheese crumbled on top. Seafood pizza was a slightly unusual twist on a classic dish. It tasted great, a little sweet and delicate, but a little hearty. It was a great combination of flavors. Even our 2-year old loved it!

I described the restaurant as family friendly, because at least one of the 20+ TVs hanging in the space, play something children friendly. Other TVs show predominantly sports events, which makes this restaurant a perfect gathering place for sports fans. Add a nice large bar to the mix, and you come out with a great hangout for anyone who likes a crowded and slightly noisy dining experience. It’s a fast-paced dining place for anyone and everyone. With the Glory Days Grill’s low prices, excellent food, and superb service, we are lucky to have it right here is Eldersburg.

The agenda and back-up materials for the Board meeting will be available for review on BoardDocs, which may be accessed by visiting the school system’s website at www.carrollk12.org and clicking on Board of Education Meeting Agenda and Documents on the home page.

The meeting will be streamed live on the Carroll County Public Schools website at www.carrollk12.org. Click on CETV Channel 21 on the right side of the home page and then CCPS CETV Webstreaming, or go directly to:

http://www.carrollk12.org/admin/commedia/cetv/streaming/default.asp.

The meeting also will be broadcast live on Channel 21, with rebroadcasts on Thursday, August 4, at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 6, at 9:00 a.m.; Sunday, August 7, at 8:00 p.m.; and Thursday, August 11, at 8:00 p.m.

The Board of Education of Carroll County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in employment or provision of services, programs or activities. Information concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act is available from the Director of Facilities, 410-751-3177. Persons needing auxiliary aids and services for communication should contact the Office of Community and Media Relations at 410-751-3020 or publicinfo@carrollk12.org, or write to Carroll County Public Schools, 125 North Court Street, Westminster, Maryland  21157. Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, use Relay or 7-1-1. Please contact the school system at least one (1) week in advance of the date the special accommodation is needed.

This exciting live performance is presented by the internationally acclaimed pantomime troupe, The Synetic Theatre Company.  It features actors and dancers from around the world and combines dance with clowning, music and mime to tell the story of a balloon with a mind of its own. It promises to be an extraordinary theatrical experience for all ages!

Sponsored by Random House.

$8/$6 CCAC Members, Students & Seniors.

Click here for more information OR to purchase tickets

Free Family Movies
Tuesday, July 26- 7 pm
“The Muppet Movie”
Rated G; 94 mins; 1979
Carroll Arts Center

Jim Henson’s internationally famous Muppets make their feature film debut in the charming, musical fable that follows Kermit the Frog and Fozzie Bear who set out for Hollywood to seek stardom.  Along the way, they are joined by Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Ruff the dog, and the rest of the Muppets who help thme on their journey to find fame and fortune.  Featuring the voices of Jim Henson and Frank Oz.

Sponsored by Montessori School of Westminster.

Doors Open at 6:30 pm.  Advance tickets are not distributed.  Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

2nd Annual Carroll County Dance Collaborative
Carroll County Arts Center
Saturday, July 23, 2011  - 2 pm

An outstanding gathering of elite dancers from studios throughout the County.  These are the dancers that have studied and trained for years to hone their skills and take their dancing to the next level.  Studios represented include North Carroll Dance Center, Project C Dance Collective, Reflections in Dance, Tami Gee’s Studio of Dance, Taneytown Dance Center and Winters Mill Dancers.  This special event is coordinated by Susan Thornton and Melanie Burrier. Complimentary refreshments after the show.

$10/$8 CCAC Members, Students & Seniors. Tickets available at the door.

Sykesville, Maryland is a town about five miles south of Eldersburg, with a population of roughly 4,400 people. It is rich in history, with railways a big part of its identity. Featuring a historic main street with shops and dining, it is a wonderful place to visit. It also features an emerging economic development project in the renovation known as the Warfield Project.

Web Sites
Sykesville.net – Official web site of the town of Sykesville, this site is incredibly comprehensive and well updated.
Sykesville Business Association – A well represented group of Sykesville businesses.

What to See
The Gate House Musuem – This house turned musuem has a great collection of local relics and a very knowledgeable curator as well.
Old Main Line Visitors Center and Post Office – Send a letter, get a map of the town, or buy town souvenirs.

Where to Eat
E.W. Beck’s – This casual dining spot on Main Street features a full bar with local brews on tap, great food, and lots of televisions with sports playing all the time. Beck’s has a full menu with great seafood, sandwiches, and more.
Baldwin’s Station – Located in the town’s original railroad station, this fine dining restaurant has some of the best food in town. It also features live entertainment and has a great reputation.

Thursday, July 21 - 10:30 am & 1 pm
Carroll County Arts Center

A high energy rock concert filled with fun lyrics and positive kid-friendly messages. This Grammy-nominated rock duo has released three award-winning CDs, including two Parents’ Choice Awards and a NAPPA Gold Award.  As “Parents” Magazine says – “If kids don’t push the replay button….parents will!”  Sponsored by Random House.

$9/$7 CCAC Members, Students & Seniors.

In response, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) and the Carroll County Emergency Management Division (EMD) has activated its State and County Heat Emergency plan and is alerting the affected jurisdictions of a potential extreme heat event.

An Extreme Heat Event is a weather condition with excessive heat and/or humidity that has the potential to cause heat-related illnesses. An Extreme Heat Event is defined as a day or series of days when the Heat Index reaches 105 degrees Fahrenheit. We consider activating our plan any time the forecast shows a high chance of reaching our trigger point of 105 degrees. Additional information, including the State Heat Plan, Heat Reports, FAQs, and updated contact information is posted on the DHMH site: http://www.dhmh.maryland.gov/diseases/heatrelated.html. We hope you find the materials helpful. CDC also provides an extreme heat media toolkit for your use: http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/extremeheat/.

Suggested actions include – Review planned activities and assess the risk associated with continuing those activities – If exterior activities are to continue, advise participants to maintain hydration and protect themselves from the extreme heat – Provide cooling measures for exterior activities such as misting areas and additional shading – Review Emergency Operations Plans and ensure all agencies and responders are aware of their roles and responsibilities in the event of an emergency – Where possible, check the status of vulnerable populations and ensure their cooling systems are operational – Maintain a high level of awareness and react promptly to populations and mass gatherings that begin to suffer minor reactions to the heat to prevent more participants from being affected.

Because of the anticipated high temperatures and humidity, the Carroll County Department of Citizen Services will operate six cooling centers around the county today. Residents who are vulnerable to extreme heat and who do not have air-conditioning in their homes are encouraged to cool off in any of the following locations until the close of business:

• Citizen Services Office Building, 10 Distillery Drive, Westminster (8 AM – 5 PM)
• Mount Airy Senior and Community Center, 703 Ridge Avenue, Mount Airy (8 AM – 4:30 PM)
• North Carroll Senior and Community Center, 2328 Hanover Pike, Greenmount (8 AM – 4:30 PM)
• South Carroll Senior and Community Center, 5928 Mineral Hill Road, Eldersburg (8 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Taneytown Senior and Community Center, 220 Roberts Mill Road, Taneytown (8 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Westminster Senior and Community Center, 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster (8 AM – 4:30 PM)
All branches of the Carroll County Public Library System, Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 8:45 PM; Friday and Saturday 9:00
AM – 5:00 PM
• Eldersburg Branch, 6400 Hemlock Drive, Eldersburg
• Finksburg Branch, 2265 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg
• Mt. Airy Branch, 705 Ridge Avenue, Mt. Airy
• North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Greenmount
• Taneytown Branch, 10 Grand Drive, Taneytown
• Westminster Branch, 50 East. Main Street, Westminster
Additionally, Grace Lutheran Church, 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, will open from 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm during Code
Orange and Red days which fall on Sundays,
Water will be available for those who need it at any of the cooling centers.
The Carroll County Emergency Management Division encourages people to follow these safety tips when temperatures and
humidity are high:
• Slow down. Strenuous activities should be reduced or rescheduled to the coolest time of the day.
• Wear loose, lightweight, and light colored clothing.
• Eat fewer proteins and drink plenty of water.
• Stay in air-conditioning

Liberatore’s Italian Restaurant
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Libertore’s Italian Restaurant is located in the same shopping center as Martins Grocery Store. A very nice place for lunch or dinner. Fine dining at affordable prices.

Eldersburg is the first of four locations for this growing establishment. Opened in 1988 they evolved from a nice restaurant with a deli to a gourmet restaurant and catering business. Menu selection is full and diverse. Always busy, never crowded.

Excellent location, great parking and worth the trip. Libertore’s offers authentic Italian cuisine worth the trip out. The wait staff is polite and professional. The owner was not on site at the time of our visit. The pace is brisk. Service is fast and the tables turn quickly.

Libertore’s is widely known in the area and a safe bet for an excellent meal. Reservations are recommended but not required.

We entered promptly at noon on a Saturday. We were greeted by our server in a wait staff uniform with apron. He escorted us to our seat. Seating was comfortable yet simple. The dining area was decorated very well. Service was very good. Attentive but not bothersome.

The dining area was clean, dishes were nice. The chef did not place the meal in a presentation perhaps because it was lunch and not dinner.

Portions are reasonable. Lunch was preceded by sliced bread which was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. My wife had the Pasta Combo and it was nicely done. You could tell everything was very fresh. Flavors were robust and pure. Excellent. Our daughter had pizza and it was a real hand tossed pizza. I had the homemade cream of crab soup which was excellent followed by Shrimp Alfredo made from scratch. Excellent.

Business was excellent. Comfortable pace. Everyone is welcome. Very family friendly, great place to bring someone you want to impress. Room for wheelchairs, walkers and anyone needing a little extra space. Tables are nicely placed.  Parking is abundant. Access from Liberty Road is good.

Prices are a high for Eldersburg but reasonable when you consider the quality of the food and the service. Good value for the money. Quality is high. On average lunch will cost about $15.00 per person plus drinks and tip.

Cleanliness is superior. Floors, appliances, utensils, counters and the seating area. All very clean. Accurately described as a fine restaurant, which also offers catering. Stop in for Lunch or Dinner.