š± See why Hampsteadās under-the-radar food scene is worth the detour
Hampstead, Maryland Patch AM: a 4 min readGreetings Hampstead! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- See why Hampsteadās under-the-radar food scene is worth the detour
Also on today's calendar: Flea Market - Rain or Shine and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 91 and low of 71 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 71.
- Saturday: An afternoon t-storm; hot, with a high of 90 and low of 70 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ 8 Underrated Maryland Towns With Food So Good You Won't Want to Share Them (myfamilytravels.com) ā Hampsteadās low-key food scene gets big praise here, from beloved pub-style comfort food and a house-made ice cream creamery to authentic Chinese and sushi options that surprise for a rural town. The piece even spotlights Little Gās Diner, slated to bring all-day breakfast and hearty lunches, underscoring how Hampsteadās dining choices are quietly expanding while staying community-centered. 
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Upcoming Events in
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ā Featured events ā
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Read to a Dog ā
Carroll County Public Library - North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead
6:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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Other local events
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Read and Play ā
Carroll County Public Library - North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead
10:00 am -
Chair Yoga at the Library
North Carroll Branch Library 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead, MD, 21074, US
11:30 am -
Hampstead Concert In The Park presents Mark Baile ā
Hampstead Train Station, 4035 Gill Ave, Hampstead
6:00 pm -
Read and Play ā
Carroll County Public Library - North Carroll Branch, 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead
10:00 am -
Move and Learn
North Carroll Branch Library 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead, MD, 21074, US
11:00 am -
Jurassic Park Escape Room
North Carroll Branch Library 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead, MD, 21074, US
1:00 pm -
Create, Explore, and More: Wild West Survival
North Carroll Branch Library 2255 Hanover Pike, Hampstead, MD, 21074, US
10:00 am -
Flea Market - Rain or Shine ā
15773 Dover Rd, Upperco
8:00 am -
Oakenmist Renaissance Faire ā
Carroll County Agriculture Center, 706 Agricultural Center Dr, Westminster
10:00 am
Friday August 7
Saturday August 8
Monday August 10
Tuesday August 11
Saturday August 15
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š Events Nearby
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Special Waste Removal - Thursday Bulk Trash ā
Westminster, MD Calendar Westminster, MD 21157
8:00 am -
Twos and Threes Together
Westminster Branch Library 50 East Main Street, Westminster , MD, 21157, US
10:00 am -
Family Storytime
Westminster Branch Library 50 East Main Street, Westminster , MD, 21157, US
11:00 am -
CCGS Research Thursday
Westminster Branch Library 50 East Main Street, Westminster , MD, 21157, US
1:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Hampstead. Apply here.
- Carroll County Public Schools posted a job opening for Financial Secretary Grade IV at Mt. Airy Elementary School in Westminster. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hampstead here.
š Nearby News
Westminster
- Hampstead man arrested after shots fired at delivery driver (wmar2news.com)
- Police departments to host community events for National Night Out (wmar2news.com)
Reisterstown
- Racehorses get water workouts to protect joints, beat the heat at farm (ksl.com)
- Stefon Diggs is signing with the Washington Commanders: Source (wbaltv.com)
- Judge slams the Justice Department as he āreluctantly' dismisses final January 6 case (wbaltv.com)
Towson
- Looming Thunderstorms Prompt Flood Watch For Baltimore County (patch.com)
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