Create chalk art, enjoy your favorite food truck, swim with your pooch: It's What's NXT
Information in the calendar is subject to change or cancellation. If your organization changes or cancels an event listed in the What's NXT calendar, please notify us immediately by emailing lifestyle@herald-mail.com or calling 301-791-6024. To submit an event, email it to the calendar at lifestyle@herald-mail.com at least 2 1/2 weeks before the event.
Thursday, Aug. 31
LECTURES
Climate change and Appalachian stream fishes: Where are the resiliencies and risks?
Thursday, Aug. 31 - 7 p.m. (recorded and broadcast online Thursday, Sept. 7, at 2 p.m. at https://livestream.com/nctc)
National Conservation Training Center
Byrd Auditorium
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by Nathaniel Hitt. Part of the NCTC Conservation Lecture Series. No tickets or reservations are required. Go to http://www.friendsofnctc.org.
Let's Talk Art — Treasures of State: Maryland's Art Collection exhibit
Thursday, Aug. 31 - 6 p.m.
Online
Agnita M. Stine Schreiber Curator Daniel Fulco and Collections Registrar & Exhibitions Coordinator Sarah Wolfe discuss selected works and provide behind-the-scenes insights. Register for a link by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
Friday, Sept. 1
CLASS
Recorder Ensemble Rehearsals
Friday, Sept. 1, deadline to register; rehearsals every Monday through Nov. 27 - 6 to 7:20 p.m.
Frank Arts Center Theater
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For youth and adults who can read music and know basic recorder fingerings. Bring recorder (wooden or plastic). Join the Shepherd Community Recorder Ensemble under the direction of Andrea Diggs, adjunct music professor. Learn a wide variety of music and prepare for a concert (Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m.). $150 to participate. Limited scholarships available. Registrations accepted until Friday, Sept. 1. Email communitymusic@shepherd.edu.
EXHIBITS
Jennie Avila Sky Cats & Fancy Plants
Friday, Sept. 1, through October - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Part of Art at the Chamber. Presented by the Washington County Arts Council. Call 301-739-2015.
Art in the Hallway
Friday, Sept. 1, through Saturday, Sept. 30
Hallway between Meritus' main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
Meritus Medical Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
A collaboration of the Valley Art Association and Meritus Medical Center. Works by artists Gwen and Larry Bergey will be on display. Sales are handled at the Meritus gift shop, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the hospital auxiliary. For gift shop hours, call 301-790-8181.
FAMILY
Colorful First Friday: Chalk Art Contest and Community Gathering
Friday, Sept. 1 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Art contest with chalk on sidewalks. Prizes. Food vendor and live music. Hosted by Mainstreet Waynesboro Inc. Call 717-762-0397.
FUNDRAISERS
Meat Raffle
Friday, Sept. 1 - doors open 5 p.m., meal served 6 p.m., raffle 7 p.m.
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Tickets are $20 at the door. Call 717-749-5733.
Concert: Daniel Adam Maltz, Fortepianist
Friday, Sept. 1 - 6 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 2 - 11 a.m.
Miller House
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Classical music, Mozart and Haydn. Light refreshments. Limited seats. $50 ($45 members). Proceeds benefit the Washington County Historical Society. Call 301-797-8782, email info@washcohistory.org or go to washcohistory.org/events/.
First Friday Drive-Thru: Meatloaf Dinner
Friday, Sept. 1 - 4 p.m. until sold out
Pikeside United Methodist Church
25 Paynes Ford Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
$8, includes meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, roll and dessert. Advanced orders recommended. Pull into church parking lot; orders will be taken and delivered to your car. Proceeds support the Pikeside Men's Ministry for scouts and community events. Call 304-263-4633 or go to www.pikesideumc.org.
Franklin County Veterans Affairs Golf Tournament
Friday, Sept. 1 - registration 7 a.m., shotgun start 8 a.m.
Penn National Golf Club
3720 Club House Drive
Fayetteville, Pa.
$500 per foursome, includes greens fees, carts, a light breakfast, lunch, on-course refreshments, a door prize ticket and an appreciation gift for each golfer. In-game contests, raffles, awards, networking opportunities and more. Proceeds benefit the Franklin County Veterans Affairs Outreach Fund. Go to https://bit.ly/38G9JIM, email veteransoutreach@franklincountypa.gov or call 717-263-4326.
MUSIC
Trick Bag
Friday, Sept. 1 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Blue Mountain Wine Crafters Boutique Winery
117 E. Baltimore St.
Funkstown
Wide variety of music. Call 301-791-2882.
First Fridays Open Mic Jam Nite
Friday, Sept. 1 - 7 to 10 p.m.
MAC Ice House Outdoor Stage (across the street from Black Cat)
Black Cat Music Shop
155 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Show up, sign up and play. Solo singers/players as well as bands welcome. Seating provided for those who just want to listen. Call 304-258-4440.
Kerensa Gray featuring Beth Trex on piano
Friday, Sept. 1 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Jazz. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
OUTDOORS
Singing Insect Walk
Friday, Sept. 1 - 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Cool Spring Nature Preserve (meet at parking lot)
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For ages 16 and older. Event will be canceled in case of rain. Led by local insect expert Wil Hershberger. Bring a flashlight. Be prepared to walk through high grass, weeds and marsh. DEET-based insect repellent is recommended. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. $15. Registration required. Call 681-252-1387, email info@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/singing-insect-walk-at-cool-spring-preserve-2/.
Saturday, Sept. 2
DANCE
Square Dancing for Everyone
Saturday, Sept. 2 - 5 to 6 p.m. (during Funkstown Food Truck Festival)
Funkstown Community Park
405 Robert Kline Way
Funkstown
Free.
FAMILY
Funkstown Food Truck Festival
Saturday, Sept. 2 - 4 p.m.
Funkstown Community Park
405 Robert Kline Way
Funkstown
Rain or shine. Food trucks, live music, corn hole tournament ($40 per team of two) and lawn games for all ages; car show, Gad Abouts Dance Club (Pavilion 2), ax-throwing and fireworks. Free admission. To register for corn hole, call 301-791-0948.
FUNDRAISER
35th Annual Maugansville Community Day
Saturday, Sept. 2 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ruritan Community Park
18007 Maugans Ave.
Hagerstown
More than 50 craft vendors, food and music. Free admission. All proceeds go to the betterment of the community.
MUSIC
Ram Band 50th Anniversary Show
Saturday, Sept. 2 - noon
Ram Stadium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University football game day. Game ticket purchase required.
Maugansville Days
Saturday, Sept. 2 - 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Maugansville Ruritan Park (on the IWI Stage at south end of park)
18007 Maugansville Road
Maugansville
Rain or shine. Country, gospel and Christian singer Elly Cooke (10 a.m. to noon); Rock, pop, country, jazz and classical singer Mack Berry (1 to 2:15 p.m.); and folk, rock and pop singer Kam Stewart (2:30 to 3:45 p.m.). Artists arranged by Interludes with Impact.com. For music information, call 301-991-7799.
Sunday, Sept. 3
FUNDRAISER
Jammin' in the Park Music & Arts Festival
Sunday, Sept. 3 - 1 to 7 p.m.
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Two stages with music all day, arts and crafts vendors, kids' activities, 50/50 drawing, food trucks and craft beer. Hosted by the Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro Destination Arts! $15 in advance or $20 at the door (ages 12 and younger enter free). Go to ArtsAllianceGW.org. Proceeds benefit Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro.
MUSIC
Back to Back
Sunday, Sept. 3 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
Tuesday, Sept. 5
AUDITION
Hagerstown Choral Arts
Tuesday, Sept. 5 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Hagerstown Church of the Brethren
15 S. Mulberry St.
Hagerstown
(parking and entrance off Washington Street)
No music preparation necessary. All vocal parts welcome; tenors especially needed. Chorus will perform a Christmas concert with the Maryland Symphony Orchestra. Email ContactUs@HCA-MD.org.
CLASSES
Fall Outdoor Educational Program
Tuesdays, Sept. 5, and Sept. 19 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Yankauer Nature Preserve
438 Whitings Neck Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Sponsored by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. For homeschooled children. Hands-on, experiential learning outside. Hiking and nature exploration. 10 children per class with two instructors. $150 per child for two classes (10% discount for PVAS members). Registration is required. Call 681-252-1387, email info@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar/month/2023-09/.
Musical Discoveries
Tuesdays, Sept. 5, through Oct. 3 - 5 to 5:30 p.m.
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For children 18 months to 3 years, with adult. Echo songs, creative movement, rhymes and finger-play. Drums, rhythm sticks, wood blocks and triangles. $74 for five-week session. Led by Shepherd University's Community Music program. Email communitymusic@shepherd.edu or go to https://www.shepherd.edu/community-program/.
FAMILY
Pooch Plunge
Tuesday, Sept. 5 - 6 p.m.
Potterfield Pool
730 Frederick St.
Hagerstown
$5 per dog. Hosted by the Humane Society of Washington County. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. Proceeds benefit the humane society.
LECTURE
Brought to Light: The Mysterious George Washington Masonic Cave
Tuesday, Sept. 5 - 7 p.m.
Washington County Free Library Fletcher Branch
Community Room (third floor)
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Presented by Jason Williams, M.D. Part of the McCauley Lectures. Call 301-739-3250. Go to washcolibrary.org.
Wednesday, Sept. 6
CLASSES
Wee Naturalists
Wednesday, Sept. 6 - 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For ages 3 to 5, with an adult. Nature exploration, story time, hiking and crafts. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society instructors. $10 per child (10% discount for members). Registration required. Call 681-252-1387, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar/month/2023-09/.
Music for Preschoolers
Wednesdays, Sept. 6, through Oct. 4 - 5:15 to 6 p.m.
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For ages 4 to 6, with adult. Prepares child for later instrumental studies or voice lessons. Group plays wood, metal and shaker instruments, sings songs and echo songs, develops listening skills and works with creative movement and circle dances. $86 for five-week session. Part of Shepherd University's Community Music program. Email communitymusic@shepherd.edu or go to https://www.shepherd.edu/community-program/.
FAMILY
Genealogy Research Consultations
Wednesday, Sept. 6 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (every Wednesday)
Miller House
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
For beginners to experts. A staff genealogy researcher will be onsite for one-on-one consultations. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. $5 (free for kinship members). Walk-ins welcomed. Pay at the door. Call 301-797-8782, email info@washcohistory.org or go to washcohistory.org.
HEALTH
Unity of Hagerstown's Sound Bath
Wednesday, Sept. 6 - 7 p.m. (first Wednesday every month)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Led by Sabrina Madsen. Guided meditation, crystal singing bowls, drumming, Native American flute. Bring yoga mat. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@live.com or call 240-409-5940.
MUSIC
Fiddle Concert
Wednesday, Sept. 6 - 6:30 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education Auditorium
Scarborough Library
Shepherd University
213 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Master fiddler Andrew Finn Magill performs Scottish tunes. Sponsored by the Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities. Free. Email sshurbut@shepherd.edu.
Thursday, Sept. 7
EXHIBIT
A Journey through Addiction and Recovery
Thursday, Sept. 7 - 5 to 7 p.m. reception; exhibit continues through Tuesday, Oct. 3 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; online Sept. 9 at www.washingtoncountyarts.com
Washington County Arts Council Gallery
34 S. Potomac St.
Suite 100
Hagerstown
Use the A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way. Main entrance off third level on Potomac Street. Presented by the arts council and Washington Goes Purple. Awards sponsored by the Nora Roberts Foundation. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
FAMILY
Monarch Tagging Event
Thursday, Sept. 7, and Monday, Sept. 11 - 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Case Nature Center (meet at back deck)
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring insect repellent and water. Tagging nets provided. $10 per person. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
FUNDRAISER
Giant Yard Sale
Thursday, Sept. 7 - 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Sept. 8 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 9 - 8 a.m. to noon
Family Life Center
St. Paul United Methodist Church
750 Norland Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Clothing, collectibles, household items, electronics, sporting goods, books, toys and more. Food by Pap's Dog Stop Hotdog and Sausage Cart. Hosted by St. Paul United Women in Faith. Proceeds benefit missions through the United Women in Faith organization. Call 717-263-4975.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Thursday, Sept. 7 - 7:30 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Kurtis Adams on saxophone, Peter Heiss on guitar, Bob Sykes on piano, Kevin Pace on bass and Kelton Norris on drums. Shepherd University Salon Series. Sponsored by Jefferson Security Bank. Free.
Friday, Sept. 8
CLASS
Paint and Sip
Friday, Sept. 8 - 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Learn how to create traditional Norweigan rosemaling. Lise Lorentzen will lead guests in painting a wooden heart-shaped project in the Hallingdal style of rosemaling. Inspired by the Landscapes & Legends of Norway exhibit. All supplies provided. $80 ($70 members). Register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
FUNDRAISER
30th Annual Golf Tournament
Friday, Sept. 8 - noon
Black Rock Golf Course
20025 Mount Aetna Road
Hagerstown
Four-person scramble format. $150 per person, includes cart and greens fees, extras package, cart lunches from Jersey Mike's Subs, beer and soda, post-tournament buffet dinner catered by Outback Steakhouse, awards banquet, prizes. Hosted by Hagerstown Community College's Alumni Association. Proceeds benefit HCC scholarships in the HCC Foundation Inc. Call 240-500-2346 or email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu.
LECTURE
Culture & Cocktails: Remembering Clara Barton
Friday, Sept. 8 - doors open 5:30 p.m., lecture 6 to 8 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Tom Riford, former assistant secretary for the Maryland Department of Commerce, and Toby Mendez, sculptor, speak about the Clara Barton Memorial sculpture to be unveiled on the Hagerstown Cultural Trail near City Park. The cocktail will be the Red Cross, a red-colored drink for the non-profit Barton founded. Light hors d'oeuvres. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. $15 ($10 members). Go to washcohistory.org or call 301-797-8782.
MUSIC
Hotel California
Friday, Sept. 8 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
A salute to the Eagles. Tickets $30 to $49. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
The Tans
Friday, Sept. 8 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Mountaineer Meat Smokers
45 Monroe St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 304-901-5296.
Wayne Driscoll
Friday, Sept. 8 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Rock. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
The Odd Couple
Friday, Sept. 8, through Sunday, Sept. 17 - 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday
The Old Opera House
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Rated PG. Comedy. $22 general, $19 ages 65 and older, $15 younger than 18. Call 304-725-4420 or go to oldoperahouse.org.
Saturday, Sept. 9
FAMILY
Wings & Wheels Expo
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Aviation Museum
Building 8
18450 Showalter Road
Hagerstown
Military and civilian aircraft, cars, trucks, fire trucks and more. Piper L-4 and PT-17 Stearman airplane rides (to register in advance, go to capitalwingwarbirdrides.org/warbirds-available). Museum exhibits, food from local vendors. EAA Chapter 36 is hosting Young Eagle plane rides free to ages 8-17, weather permitting. Rides are first come, first served, advance registration available at chapters.eaa.org/eaa36. Go to https://www.hagerstownaviationmuseum.org.
Beaver Creek Community Open House
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 10, 1 to 4 p.m.
Beaver Creek Road, Hagerstown
Participants include Windmill Acres Museum, Beaver Creek School & Event Center, Beaver Creek Precision Fly & Tackle, Beaver Creek Storage & Car Wash (Saturday only), Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren, Church of Christ, St. Matthews Lutheran Church and Beaver Creek Christian Church. Cool Hollow Flower Farm at Beaver Creek School & Event Center on Sunday.
Free admission.
Job Fair and Community Festival
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 2 to 6 p.m.
Ventura Foods
1501 Orchard Drive
Chambersburg, Pa.
On-the-spot interviews, tours of the manufacturing facility and same-day job offers. Games and activities for kids and adults, live music, free food including Dietrich's Ice Cream Truck. Go to venturafoods.com/careers/.
Grandparents Day Celebration
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to noon
Shepherdstown Public Library
145 Higbee Lane
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Create a simple family tree, and make crafts and cards. Story time. Hosted by Pack Horse Ford Chapter DAR and the library. Call 304-876-2783 or email addison@sheplibrary.org.
Morgan Cabin Fall Festival
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Morgan Cabin
2913 Runnymeade Road
Gerrardstown, W.Va.
More than 30 vendors, blacksmith, multiple historical reenactment groups, food, children's scavenger hunt, music. Morgan Chapel will be open. Go to morgancabin.org.
Plein Air Chambersburg
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Chambers Fort Park
North Main Street
Chambersburg, Pa.
Regional artists paint/draw outside. Judging, reception, exhibit and sale of artwork. Go to www.foundryartmarket.com or call 717-261-0706.
FUNDRAISERS
Summer Cruise-In
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (second Saturday of each month, through October)
Roy Rogers
28 Souder Road
Brunswick, Md.
Rain or shine. All makes and models of vehicles. Raffles, 50/50 and Chinese auction. Hosted by The Leechel L. Reynolds Memorial Fund & Jay's People. Dine-in, drive-thru or carry-out breakfast and/or lunch. LLRMF/JP will receive 25% of receipt. Bring unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Call 240-305-7987, 240-397-0154 or 703-475-1406.
Native Plant Sale
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunny Meadows Garden Center
7437 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Fall nectar plants for pollinators, shrubs and trees for wildlife, and milkweed for monarchs. Supports the environmental activities of the Potomac Valley Audubon Society and The Monarch Alliance. Call 681-252-1387, email katelyn@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/fall-native-plant-sale-3/.
42nd Annual Bird Seed Sale
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to noon (also held Nov. 11 and Jan. 13)
Sunny Meadows Garden Center
7437 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
High-quality seed and suet. Proceeds support Potomac Valley Audubon Society's programs. Call 681-252-1387, email katelyn@potomacaudubon.org or go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/2023-bird-seed-sale/.
AYCE Wing Feed
Saturday, Sept. 9 - doors open 5 p.m., wings served 6 p.m.
South Mountain Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Wings (choose from a variety of sauces), drinks, hot dogs, French fries, dessert. $15 ages 13 and older, $7.50 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Proceeds benefit the fire company. Only 144 seats available. To make reservations, call 717-749-5733.
HEALTH
Animal Welfare Society Rabies Clinic
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 8 to 10 a.m.
Loyal Order of the Moose Pavilion
77 Universal Forrest Product Road
Ranson, W.Va.
Drive-thru clinic. Dogs on leashes; cats in carriers. No feral cats allowed. $10 per pet. Go to www.awsjc.org or call 304-725-0589.
MUSIC
Nathan Stanley
Saturday, Sept. 9 - doors open 6:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Country. $35 general, $40 VIP. Limited tickets. Call 304-876-3704 or go to www.operahouselive.com.
The Tans
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-203-8183.
Sounds of Landscape: Concert with Hiroya Tsukamoto
Saturday, Sept. 9 - 4 to 6 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Composer and acoustic guitarist. $20 ($15 members). Register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org, or go to wcmfa.org/concerts-lectures-2/.
Sunday, Sept. 10
FAMILY
Labyrinth Walks
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 1 to 3 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown
13245 Cearfoss Pike
Hagerstown
For all ages. Walk a relaxing path winding into the center and out again. Two labyrinths. Free. Go to www.uuhagerstownmd.org/connect/activities or email info@uuhagerstownmd.org
Washington County Historical Trust Annual Celebration
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 2 p.m.
Saylor House
Kiwanis Park
371 Dynasty Drive
Hagerstown
Open house to show progress of the restoration. History of the Saylor family during the Revolutionary War presented by the Hagerstown DAR chapter.
MOVIE
Dinner and a Movie
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 6 p.m.
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
13025 Greensburg Road
Smithsburg
Discover American history with a rap musical about the founding of our country. Admission is free. Call 240-405-2173 or go to https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsGreenburgMD.
MUSIC
Lancaster's AM Radio
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
To Life: Music Through The Ages Influenced By Judaism
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 2:30 p.m.
Congregation B'nai Abraham
53 E. Baltimore St.
Hagerstown
Violinist Wesley Mason accompanied by David Loy, music director at B'nai Abraham. Brief intermission, light refreshments. $18. To RSVP, go to bnaiabraham.net/donations, email bnaiabraham1@gmail.com or call 301-733-5039.
Benjamin Smith
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 3 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Voice recital. Free.
Alexander Strain
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 5 p.m.
Frank Arts Center W.H. Shipley Recital Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Voice recital. Free.
ONSTAGE
Brian Regan
Sunday, Sept. 10 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Comedian. Tickets $39 to $59. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
ONGOING
CLASS
Shepherd Youth Chorus
Wednesdays through Nov. 29 - 6 to 6:40 p.m. rehearsals for second to fourth graders, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. rehearsals for fifth to 10th graders
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For ages 8 to 16. No auditions. For all experience levels. Explore popular, folk and choral music. Led by Community Music at Shepherd University. Final concert Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Frank Arts Center theater. Free. To register, email communitymusic@shepherd.edu or go to https://www.shepherd.edu/music/shepherd-chorus/.
EXHIBITS
Creation in Color
Through Thursday, Aug. 31 - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Artist Jamie Hardges. Call 301-739-2015.
Ashton Englebert's Exhibit
Through Thursday, Aug. 31 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays; closed Fridays
South Jefferson Public Library (Meeting Room)
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Works by Martinsburg, W.Va.-based artist. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com or call 304-725-6227.
Hagerstown Photographers Group: Through the Lens 2
Through Tuesday, Sept. 5 - from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; virtual exhibit available at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
Scenic, sports, portraits, public events, adventure, urban-cityscape, travel and wildlife photography. Use the A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way; the main entrance is off the third level (Potomac Street). Email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com or call 301-791-3132.
All Things Bright and Beautiful — Delectable Mountains Quilt Show
Through Sunday, Sept. 17 - gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
More than 100 quilts by members of Delectable Mountains Quilt Guild. Boutique with more items. Quilting demonstrations on Saturdays. Learn hand quilting. Children's corner. Produced by the Morgan Arts Council and curated by Dottie O'Toole. Go to www.macicehouse.org or call 204-258-2300.
Landscapes & Legends of Norway: William Singer & His Contemporaries
Through Sunday, Sept. 17 - Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in City Park)
Hagerstown
Norwegian landscape paintings by the museum founder and his contemporaries. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
That's Not Photography
Continues through Sunday, Sept. 17 (call 301-432-0090 for hours)
Gifts Inn Boonsboro
16 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Graphic artist Thom Davis. Go to www.giftsinnboonsboro.com or call 301-432-0090.
Treasures of State: Maryland's Art Collection
Through Sunday, Oct. 22 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (City Park)
Hagerstown
Co-organized with the Maryland State Archives. Featuring more than 90 American and European paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and decorative arts from 1750 to the present. Go to www.wcmfa.org. Call 301-739-5727.
This Majestical Roof: Impressions of Sky
Through Saturday, Oct. 28 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Paintings and photographs by Margery Benson, Joan Lee, Leslie McEntire, Laurie McKelvie, Rebecca Myers, Jaclyn Rice, Sandy Schuster and Amelie Lavenant Wink. Email contact@artsalliancegw.org.
Claire McCardell Special Installation
Through Saturday, Nov. 11 - Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Designer Claire McCardell redefined American women's fashion during the 1930s to the 1950s. The installation will include McCardell fashions from the museum's collection. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
Boonsborough Museum of History
Every Sunday - 1 to 4 p.m.
Boonsborough Museum of History
113 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Eclectic collections of Douglas G. Bast. Parking on site. Admission by donation. Go to https://boonsboroughmoh.org or call 240-816-0488.
FAMILY
Market at the Park
Saturdays through Sept. 30 - 8:30 a.m. to noon
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Open-air market. Fresh produce, dairy and baked goods, as well as handmade items. Hot foods and cold drinks. Go to MainstreetWaynesboro.org or call 717-762-0397.
North Square Farmers Market
Every Saturday through Nov. 18 - 8 a.m. to noon
Chambers Fort Park (parking lot)
30 Spring St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Rain or shine. Free kids' activities, live music. A project of the Downtown Business Council of Chambersburg, Pa. Inc. Email NorthSquareInfo@gmail.com or call 717-251-2446.
HEALTH
Unity of Hagerstown's Yoga
Tuesdays - 6 p.m.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Led by Sandy Morrel. Exploration of breathing exercises, standard poses and meditation. Bring mat and water. $15 drop-in or $50 for five classes. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@live.com or call 240-409-5940.
MUSIC
Open Mic Night
Every Wednesday - 7 to 9 p.m.
633 Brewing
Suite 106
118 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
Call 717-387-5818. Go to 633brewing.com.
ONSTAGE
On Golden Pond
Through Sunday, Sept. 3 - 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. (go to playhouse website or call for schedule)
Totem Pole Playhouse
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
An aging couple return to their summer home for the 48th year. $39. Go to https://totempoleplayhouse.org/. Call 717-352-2164.
SOCIAL
Trivia Night
Every Wednesday - 7 to 9 p.m.
Rough Edges
91 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Prizes. Free admission. Go to http://roughedgesbrewing.com. Call 717-655-7042.
Downtown Happy Hour
Every Thursday - 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Grab a drink and socialize with others downtown. Cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine. 50/50 drawing each week with half the winnings going to a nonprofit.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Aug. 31 to Sept. 10
