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Grief and Loss through the Holidays -- 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 19 at Emmitsburg Elementary School, 300 S. Seton Ave., Emmitsburg . Dinner begins at 6 p.m. Program at 6:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. for dinner. Free. When a family has suffered the loss of a loved one, the holidays can bring stress and painful memories. Program will help parents and children work through this difficult time. Child Care Choices training credit is available for Maryland childcare provider. Training credit is also available for foster parents.

Babysitter's Training will be offered by the American Red Cross from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 5. Course will provide individuals age 11 to 15 with information and skills to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or guardians. Training will help participants develop skills in leadership, safety and safe play, basic care and first aid. $65. Registration and payment in advance required. Class is held at the Frederick County Chapter, 2 E. Frederick St., Walkersville . Call 301-662-5131 for details.

La Leche League of Frederick offers breast-feeding support and education -- Morning meeting at 9:45 a.m. second Wednesday of each month at the Monocacy Valley Church, 9861 Old National Pike, Ijamsville. Evening meeting at 7 p.m. the third Wednesday of each month at The Common Market Community Room, 5728 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick . Children and family members welcome. 301-662-7409 or 240-252-5912 for information.

Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation Programs at Fountain Rock Park, 8516 Fountain Rock Court; 301-600-2595; recreater.com. --

Home School Days -- Experienced naturalists will enrich your child's studies through a multi-disciplinary approach using nature as a focus. Topic for November is Hawks, Falcons, and Vultures. Parents who attend must also register. $4 per child; $5 per parent. 10:30 to noon, Nov. 19 for ages 5 to 8. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 19 for ages 9 to 12.

Wee One Fun -- Parents and children can explore the natural world through songs, stories, puppets and live animals. Each session will feature a different theme and a craft. $10 per parent/child pair. For ages 2 to 3 years. 10 to 10:45 a.m.; 11:15 a.m. to noon; and 1 to 1:45 p.m. Nov. 18.

Let's Talk Turkey -- Children will learn the difference between the wild turkey and the bird that is now raised for Thanksgiving dinner. A turkey story will be told and Tom will make a surprise visit to the nature center. Parental supervision required. $10. For ages 3 to 5. 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Nov. 24.

Frederick Country Day Montessori will offer a free Tales for Toddlers Program from 10:15 to 11 a.m. through May on the second and third Thursdays of the month. Program will include a story, craft, and playground time. It is open to children 18 months through age 2, along with a parent or guardian. Call 301-694-7000 to register.

Victory Equine Center will offer free introductory riding lessons beginning at 1 p.m. every Sunday through March. Rain or shine, the staff will give lessons to children and adults on well-trained, sweet-natured horses.--Indoor and outdoor arenas. 4501 Cap Stine Road, Frederick . 301-631-2722 or e-mail VictoryEquine@aol.com.--

Please e-mail your family and senior calendar items to familycalendar@newspost.com or fax to 301-662-8299. Ongoing events must be updated and submitted monthly.

Post your comments » Round 2: Snow expected to fall today, Wednesday Fast on the heels of the largest 24-hour snowfall to hit the Frederick County since 1983, meteorologists are predicting another round of heavy snow and wind to hit today. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning Monday afternoon for the area, including Frederick County, and said 10 to 20 inches of snow is possible by Wednesday night. Weather-related closings, delays A list follows of weather-related closings and cancellations for this week. Fire and police blotter Police search for robber School closures cause makeup schedule revision Even though Frederick County Public Schools are closed today -- using the sixth snow day this school year -- the school system will not hold school on the Monday Presidents Day holiday as the first scheduled snow makeup day. Crowds pay respect to fallen marine Even U.S. Marines couldn't hold back tears Monday at the viewing of their colleague, Sgt. David Smith. The procession to the Frederick Christian Fellowship Church was led by Frederick County Sheriff's deputies. Dressed in full military regalia, Marines carried Smith's casket into the church followed by family members as more Marines stood at attention.