I love when i find a random space with random events! While simply walking down the street I saw a…read moresign for a makers event and went in to ask questions. We were early but they explained how the event worked and what time to come back to enjoy it! i made a wonderful perfume from a Baltimore based artist and I honestly cannot wait to go to more of her events! The staff was super nice and welcoming and I love that 100% of the proceeds went to the small business that was providing them!

I have taken both a live and an online class at Give Rise Studio and its a gem of a find! The open…read morestudio space lends itself as a community center to learn and experience things you wouldn't necessarily try anywhere else. I previously took a class on cookie decorating... but have wanted to sign up for several of the other offerings like learning to paint my pet or paper flower making. While we are under stay at home orders, Give Rise has been doing some online yoga offerings and instructions. They have also been doing kits for at home crafting that seem incredible! I truly think Give Rise is a great resource for the community and showcases amazing talent. I cannot wait til things are back to normal and I can come in for another workshop!

I was there this weekend for a large meeting. There was only so much room for tables so many people…read morehad to sit in the chairs. The facility seemed decently maintained but you could tell it was an older building. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked.

Attending an Indian wedding ceremony at Dulany's Overlook, this review is from the perspective of a…read moreparticipant v. a bride or groom. Here's our experience. 1) Parking: Located up a long driveaway, there was enough parking for guests without it feeling cramped. 2) Space: For the Indian ceremony, we were outside in their garden. It was beautiful, but also very cold on a windy April evening. Luckily, there were blankets for guests, but it was COLD. The cocktail hour was below the barn with powerful heaters. Upstairs in the old barn was the reception. It felt a little tight for 150 guests, but not bad. 3) History: The property is on an old farm with a brick Colonial era house. The house is where the wedding party got ready for the ceremony. I couldn't find record of this easily online, but it's safe to assume the former owners of the house enslaved people pre-Civil War. It's important to note so we don't take that lightly.

I recently attended a wedding at Dulany's Overlook, it's a beautiful location for a rustic, barn…read morewedding. From my limited interactions with the staff, they seemed friendly and helpful. The groom's getting ready area was nice and had a lot of games/activities to keep the men happy throughout the day, as us ladies got ready. We were actually quite jealous of all of the fun things they had- the bridal suite had nothing! My biggest complaint would be that the bridal suite was overrun by bugs- wasps, stink bugs, and lady bugs. The staff was friendly and did their best to remove the wasps (the only bug we cared too much about), but it was still a bit gross.

Sky Stage, please remain in Frederick! This amazing outdoor arts/cultural venue is such a unique…read moreway to bring the community together. I've been to two events here in the last few months and I hope the owner extends this space beyond July as their website states. What started as a burned-down building in need of repair was turned into an amazing outdoor space that feels natural, intimate and inviting for small events. From comedy to poetry readings, yoga, to art - this space is really special and if you're in the Frederick area it's worth checking out. There's plenty of free or low-cost parking nearby and it's also around the corner from great restaurants and Carroll Creek so the location couldn't be better.

Love this unique venue! We were invited to a client appreciation happy hour and really loved the…read morespace! It's so simple yet the vibe is very cool. The space allows for so many interesting events to take place. They host salsa dancing, drum circles, yoga, and many many other things. The living trellis inside is amazing!! The only reason I didn't give it five stars, because I did truly love it, was the lack of a bathroom. There are signs pointing to the "restrooms" but it was simply your average Porta potty. I think having the nicer mobile bathrooms that a lot of outdoor wedding venues use would add so much functionality to the space.

I recently stayed at the Claggett center for a conference. The rooms were nice and clean. There was…read moreno TV in them so There was plenty of time to relax and take a break from technology. The staff there was amazingly nice and the food was good with there being plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. The spaces for the conference itself were nice comfortable, and all had a spectacular view of the countryside. It would be a great place to have a retreat our conference.

Our family loves being at the Claggett Center! Our teen agers grew up at Claggett summer camps,…read morewith the best and most kind counselors. I've come on group retreats and alone for a personal retreat. The food is always good- with healthy options that I appreciate. The trails have been freshened up during COVID pandemic and it's always refreshing to walk along the Monocracy River trails and along the edge of the nearby cornfields at any season. The staff is really committed to their work of hospitality, and there is a gentle and grace-filled presence in this place. The outdoor labyrinth is really great, too!

Skycroft is a great retreat center for groups in the DMV area on a budget. It's 1.25 hours to the…read morenorth of Washington, D.C. in Maryland and it's actually on Google Maps and easy to find. It's an entire campus with several buildings. There are a few buildings for lodging. They are not cabins, but set up more like a motel with rooms with nice beds and a shower. They main center houses the dining hall and conference rooms. Next to that is a building with a coffee shop and the gym is behind this with a basketball and volleyball courts. On the property there's zip lining. If you're a runner, there are many trails to run (or hike). It's a great place for families and your kids will love all the activities! The only downside is the food (unless you already know retreat center food is the worst). It's better than awful, but still nothing to write home about (and everything they make is sooooo unhealthy). They do have a salad bar and chocolate milk, so #winning.

About 10 miles beyond Frederick, Skycroft is a retreat and conference center. Several lodges serve…read moreas sleeping quarters. We brought our own linens and towels. Other facilities accommodate small and large groups for teaching and fellowship. And the dining facilities are second to none. Nothing fancy, just good food. And, if you're lucky, you may even get to sample donuts and pastries crafted by a staff member. Nice place.

We just had our wedding at Ostertag Vistas, and it was absolutely incredible. The location is…read moreabsolutely stunning, exactly what we wanted. We hired Donna Easterday, whose family owns the venue, to be our day of coordinator. She was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE. I'm so impressed by her professionalism and organizational skills... add this to the fact she has such a kind and helpful heart she made for the perfect person to support us during our day. Without her, our day wouldn't have been the same. She made sure everything ran smoothly and it was the magical day we had dreamed of. She made sure all of the decorations were completed. She also made sure that during the wedding our guest book was signed, pictures were taken, favors were passed and so much more. There was so much more that Donna did to make our day flow smoothly and perfectly. We have absolutely no regrets in picking this location - it was everything we could have hoped for. It was affordable, beautiful, and we felt completely supported and cared for. Thank you, Donna, and family, for sharing your beautiful place with us and for an incredibly magical day - we are so incredibly thankful for ALL you did - we couldn't have pulled off such a magical day without your help!

Ostertag Vistas is absolutely incredible!! Donna was so welcoming and extremely helpful in helping…read moreus prepare for our special day. She showed us around their beautiful venue, made suggestions from their many years of having weddings at their location, and always responded quickly to any questions we had. Kim, our on site wedding coordinator, was an absolute delight to work with. She is awesome. She was everywhere and stepped in and helped out where she didn't need to. She definitely made things run so smoothly. Finally, we want to thank Mrs. Easterdays. I would have never thought an owner would actually come out and just make sure your day was so special. I learned after the reception that she doesn't miss a wedding at her venue. She was quietly everywhere. As we were looking at our photos, we noticed that Mrs. Easterdays peeping in during the ceremony. We were honored and thought it was so sweet she was there. We only wished we knew prior to our ceremony how much it means to her that her clients have an amazing time. If we had, we would have had her sit in on wedding ceremony. Thank you so much Ostertag Vistas for allowing us to use your beautiful and historic property!!! It was an honor to get ready in your cottage and think of all the generations that had lived there. I just wish we could give a higher rating!!! Do not go anywhere else other than Ostertag Vistas, especially for a wedding. THEY ARE TRULY INCREDIBLE!! Christy and Troy Scruggs

The estate is just stunning service is top notch and the rye whiskey is so smooth. I just love the…read moreprivate barrel of whiskey, truly a top shelf experience for whiskey drinkers.

I have been a guest at several events at Crown Rose Estate since it opened, some held in the manor…read moreand a couple hosted in the renovated barn. It is always a treat to be back in the elegant, historic, and cozy surrounding of Crown Rose. Even the barn is a comfortable and lovely place to be. The previous comment about the barn being filthy perplexes me. It is an outdoor building in the country, maybe dust is the filth referred to? Tara is a welcoming and conscientious hostess, and if I had a reason to book a celebration or event in Frederick County, Crown Rose would be the first place I would consider booking.