Enjoy some live music. Get yourself outdoors. Learn something new. Find out 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, Sept. 28
LECTURE
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Palmyra Atoll Dive Trip — A Photographic Journey
Thursday, Sept. 28 - 7 p.m. in person and broadcast online Thursday, Oct. 5, at 2 p.m. at https://livestream.com/nctc
National Conservation Training Center
Byrd Auditorium
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by Ryan Hagerty. Part of the National Conservation Training Center Conservation Lecture Series. No tickets or reservations required. Go to http://www.friendsofnctc.org.
MUSIC
Legacy Reunion: Earth, Wind & Fire Alumni
Thursday, Sept. 28 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
1970s hit songs that combine jazz, R&B, disco and soul. $31 to $110. Go to mdtheatre.org/amy-grant or call 301-790-2000.
Friday, Sept. 29
CLASS
Fall Sign Painting Workshop
Friday, Sept. 29 - 6 p.m.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
601 Washington Ave.
Hagerstown
Presented by Muddy Paws Design. Hosted by St. Mark's. All materials and instruction provided. $40-$45, depending on project selected. RSVP. Go to https://muddypawsdesignco.com/collections/fall-sign-workshop-designs. Call Patrick at 301-800-3463.
FAITH
Labyrinth
Friday, Sept. 29 - 6:30 p.m.
Moriah Evangelical Lutheran Church
15116 Foxville Church Road
Sabillasville, Md.
A walking maze observing St. Michael and all angels. Free admission. Call 240-405-2173 or go to https://ww.facebook.com/StPaulsGreenburgMD.
FAMILY
Thunder in the Square
Friday, Sept. 29 - 5 to 9 p.m.
Public Square
Intersection of Washington and Potomac streets
Downtown Hagerstown
Classic car show hosted by the Alsatia Club. Contests. Awards. Live music at University Plaza (50 W. Washington St.). Food trucks. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
MUSIC
Midnight Whiskey
Friday, Sept. 29 - doors open 6 p.m., music 7 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Hard rock and blues. Free. Presented by The Morgan Arts Council. Call 304-258-2300 or go to macicehouse.org.
Kin Selection
Friday, Sept. 29 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Country. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Saturday, Sept. 30
BOOKS
Book Signing with Author Jim Lobley
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Author of Loving Life: A Trekkers Journal and Feel the Rain: Hiking into Retirement. Call 301-791-3132. Go to www.washingtoncountyarts.com.
CLASS
Soil Health on the Farm
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tabler Farm
482 Billmyer Mill Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Complexities of soil and the many practices farmers and gardeners use to improve the health of their soil, sustain it and regenerate it. Led by Brooke Comer, visiting assistant professor of environmental science, and Madison Hale, Tabler Farm coordinator. Offered by Shepherd University's Agricultural Innovation Center. $20 per person, $5 for students and free for veterans. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/suaic-2023-workshop-series.
Basic Tree Identification
Saturday, Sept. 30 - registration deadline; class is Saturday, Oct. 7 - 1 p.m.
Waltonian Meadows
2936 Cornertown Road
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn the basics of identifying native tree species using tree identification keys and plant samples with Penn State Master Gardeners. Lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice. Outdoors. $15, includes handouts on tree identification. Register by Saturday, Sept. 30. Go to https://extension.psu.edu/basic-tree-identification or call 877-345-0691.
Invasive Plants at Cool Spring Preserve
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 9 a.m. to noon
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Bob Schwartz leads volunteers in removing invasive plants from the landscape, while teaching about the different species. Gloves and hand tools provided or bring your own. Free. Registration required at www.potomacaudubon.org/event/fall-volunteer-workday-at-cool-spirng-preserve/, katelyn@potomacaudubon.org or 681-252-1387.
FAMILY
Emergency Support Services 25 Recruitment/Open House
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Emergency Support Services 25
17556 York Road
Hagerstown
Displays of emergency vehicles, facility tours, food, raffles, children's games, cornhole, the Safety House, safety videos with popcorn and other family activities. Support services also will be accepting applications. Call 301-582-0250.
Fall Car Show
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; rain date is Sunday, Oct. 1
Rohrersville Ruritan Park
20122 Rohrersville School Road
Rohrersville
All makes and models of vehicles. Trophies awarded for vintage (prior to 1995), contemporary (1995 to current), trucks and SUVs, and motorcycles. Door prizes, raffles, food and fun. Call 301-302-6253.
America's Main Streets and Stories of Chambersburg
Saturday, Sept. 30 - rides begin 8:15 a.m., last ride boards 11:30 a.m.
F&M Trust (ride starts)
20 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Thirty-minute guided horse and wagon rides that highlight local points of interest. Participants receive a set of postcards. $10 ages 18 and older, $5 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger. Hosted by Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Bureau and Benchfield Farms. Go to explorefranklincountypa.com or call 717-552-2977.
Voltage Wrestling
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 5 to 9 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Live wrestling. Limited seating, or bring lawn chair. Free admission. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 1 to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 1 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children get a list of 40 images of artifacts to search for at three indoor museums and an outdoor rural village. Early Living Museum, Farm Museum and Transportation Museum. Free, donations accepted. Gift shop. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org or call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
Free Fall Fun Fest
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 5 p.m.
State Line United
287 East Ave.
State Line, Pa.
Interact with small farm animals and reptiles (5 to 6 p.m.). Free burgers, hot dogs, nachos, desserts and more. Play yard games, make kids' take-home craft. Outdoor showing of Zootopia (6:30 p.m.).
Hancock Medieval Days
Saturday, Sept. 30, and Sunday, Oct. 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Joseph Hancock Primitive Camping Park
167 W. Main St.
Hancock
Portrayals of periods ranging from 900 to 1500 C.E. by La Belle Compagnie, an award-winning living history group, plus re-enactors of other eras. Hosted by the town of Hancock. Organized by Main Street Hancock.
FUNDRAISERS
Retired Basket Bingo
Saturday, Sept. 30 - doors open at 11 a.m., earl bird bingo at 12:30 p.m.
Keedysville Community Center
40 Mt. Vernon Drive
Keedysville
Hosted by Keedysville Ruritan. Early Bird bingo is $5 for 3-pack only. Basic pack is $25 for a 9-pack of cards and a pack of specials. Extra cards and specials for sale. Junior packs available for children. Tip jars and a basket raffle. Food available for purchase. Call Darletta at 301-491-7772 or Art at 301-432-0281 to reserve seats.
2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt and Pub Tour
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 2 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk (next to Bulls & Bears)
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Teams of four will tour downtown, visit local pubs and gather information and items in this interactive game. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. $20 general admission. Proceeds benefit the Washington County Human Development Council. Call 301-791-5421.
Chinchorreo Latin/Hispanic Food Crawl
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 1 to 4:30 p.m.
Courthouse Plaza (check-in)
993 Wayne Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Hosted by Downtown Chambersburg Inc. Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Proceeds support participating restaurants and contribute to Downtown Chambersburg's ongoing work in revitalizing the downtown area. Go to downtownchambersburgpa.com.
Martinsburg High School Bulldog Band 44th Annual Band Spectacular
Saturday, Sept. 30 - gates open 3 p.m., competition 5 p.m.
Cobourn Field at David M. Walker Stadium
Martinsburg High School
150 Bulldog Blvd.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Ten area high school bands from West Virginia, Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania to participate. Shepherd University's Ram Band will perform. Concession stand open (cash only). T-shirts and other items available for purchase. Raffles and vote for favorite band. No coolers. Admission is $10 adults, $5 students and ages 65 and older, free ages 5 and younger. Sponsored by Martinsburg Bulldog Band Boosters. Go to www.mhsbulldogband.com/band-spectacular, or email cerogers@k12.wv.us or mhsbb@outlook.com.
Runnin' with the Dogs Bulldog Band 5K Race
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 9 a.m.
Cobourn Field at David M. Walker Stadium
Martinsburg High School
150 Bulldog Blvd.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Adults and children. Race begins and ends at high school. All participants who raise $100 race free. Registration $40, includes t-shirt while supply lasts. Sponsored by Martinsburg Bulldog Band Boosters. Go to https://runsignup.com/Race/WV/Martinsburg/BulldogBand5K.
Third Annual We Do Recover Softball Tournament
Saturday, Sept. 30, and Sunday, Oct. 1 - 9 a.m.
Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Watch Washington County Recovery Softball tournament slow-pitch games with players from the recovery communities and first responders. Hosted by Washington Goes Purple — Prevent Addiction, Eliminate Stigma and R&R Recovery. Donations go to first responders of Washington County. Concession stand open. No grills. No dogs. No smoking. Call Rob D at 240-527-3791 or email rdavidsonrrrecovery@gmail.com.
Beef & Oyster Feed
Saturday, Sept. 30 - doors open at noon, buffet at 1 p.m.
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Oysters (raw, steamed, fried and stewed), roast beef, filling, corn, mashed potatoes, fresh-cut fries, gravy and coleslaw. All drinks included. $45. Call 717-749-5733. Proceeds benefit South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.
LECTURE
One More War to Fight
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 11:30 a.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Psychiatrist and author Dr. Stephen Goldman presents his newest book, One More War to Fight: Union Veterans' Battle for Equality Through Reconstruction, Jim Crow and the Lost Cause. Goldman will sign copies of the book brought by those attending. Part of Porch Programs. Email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Ram Band
Saturday, Sept. 30 - noon
Ram Stadium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
50th anniversary show at halftime of football game (Shepherd vs. Shippensburg University; Hall of Fame Day). Game ticket required: $15 to $30 general, $5 to $10 students (kindergarten through college).
The Tans
Saturday, Sept. 30 - 7 to 10 p.m.
B Street 104 Restaurant
104 E. Baltimore St.
Greencastle, Pa.
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 717-643-1621.
Sunday, Oct. 1
EXHIBIT
Art in the Hallway
Continues through Tuesday, Oct. 31
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 artist Carol Miller 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.
FAITH
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, Oct. 1 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Pathway Community Church
1028 Salem Ave.
Hagerstown
Safe, confidential place to receive prayer for physical, emotional and spiritual (Christian) needs. No appointment necessary. Free. Go to healingrooms.com or email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com.
FUNDRAISERS
4th Annual Superhero Virtual Challenge
Sunday, Oct. 1, through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - any time (go to runsignup.com/Race/Info/WV/Martinsburg/SuperheroChallenge)
Virtual
Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite superhero attire (optional) as they clock miles on their own time, in their own way. Social media check-ins, competitions and challenge-your-friend promotions. $25 for ages 18 and older, free for ages 17 and younger. To register, go to runsignup.com/Race/Info/WV/Martinsburg/SuperheroChallenge. Email admin@mycasaep.org. Proceeds benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of the Eastern Panhandle.
Taste of the Town
Sunday, Oct. 1 - 5 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Showcasing culinary talents of local chefs. Food provided by local restaurants and caterers. Presented by REACH of Washington County. $55. General admission ticket. Raffles and games available. Proceeds benefit REACH programs. Call 301-790-2000.
Apple Fest & Apple Dumpling Fundraiser
Sunday, Oct. 1 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Washington County Rural Heritage Museum
Washington County Ag Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Create your own apple crisp to bake at home. Apple cider making and museum harvest displays. Hay wagon rides. Hicksville BBQ/bake sale. Living history in the 1800s Rural Maryland Village. Tim's Gems Mobile Gold and Gem Mine. Email info.ruralheritagemuseum@gmail.com or call 240-420-1714.
Musical Hits Through the Decades
Sunday, Oct. 1 - doors open 1:15 p.m., show 2 p.m.
Hancock Community Center
126 W. High St.
Hancock
For all ages. Lip sync presentation featuring the Hancock Lioness Lions Club and friends. Admission by donation. Proceeds benefit vision, hearing and diabetes research; hunger; pediatric cancer; and the environment. Sponsored by Hancock Lioness Lions Club.
Paws and Pistons
Sunday, Oct. 1 - 1 to 5 p.m.
12117 Insurance Way
Hagerstown
All makes and models of vehicles. Food and music. Pets welcome. Best of Trophy for truck, bike, classic, domestic, JDM, euro and Best of Show. All proceeds go to the Humane Society of Washington County. Hosted by TLCT Motorworks.
MUSIC
Spectrum
Sunday, Oct. 1 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
1930s to current hits. Pop, dance, country, Latin, Soul, R&B and Blues. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
Monday, Oct. 2
LECTURE
Condemned for Love in Old Virginia
Monday, Oct. 2 - 7 p.m.
Washington County Free Library Fletcher Branch
Community Room (third floor)
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Presented by Jim Hall. Part of the McCauley Lectures. Call 301-739-3250. Go to washcolibrary.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 3
CLASS
Fall Outdoor Educational Program
Tuesdays, Oct. 3, and Oct. 17 - 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. Ten 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/.
FUNDRAISER
Books and Gifts Fundraiser
Tuesday, Oct. 3, and Wednesday, Oct. 4 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 5 - 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Robinwood Medical Center Atrium
11110 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Hosted by the Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary Inc. Sponsored by Meritus Medical Center Inc.
MUSIC
Billy Ocean
Tuesday, Oct. 3 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Pop. Sponsored in part by the Washington County Arts Council. $49 to $79. Go to mdtheatre.org/billy-ocean or call 301-790-2000.
Wednesday, Oct. 4
CLASS
Wee Naturalists
Wednesday, Oct. 4 - 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Yankauer Nature Preserve
438 Whitings Neck Road
Martinsburg, 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/.
Friday, Oct. 6
CLASSES
Young Men's Life Skills Academy & Dinner
Friday, Oct. 6 - 5 p.m.
Pikeside United Methodist Church
25 Paynes Ford Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
For 12 and older; grades six through 12. Dinner and discussion of important life skills. Ongoing monthly gathering on the first Friday each month. Call 304-263-4633 or go to www.pikesideumc.org.
Autumn Harvest Yoga and Sound
Friday, Oct. 6 - 7 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in City Park)
Hagerstown
Certified yoga instructor Christa Angelo guides participants through a gentle yoga flow suitable for all experience levels. Then, Stephanie Flores of Alchemy Yoga and Soul Empowerment will lead participants through a sound bath. Bring yoga mat or blanket. $45 ($40 museum members). Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
Docent Training
Friday, Oct. 6 - 10 to 11 a.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in City Park)
Hagerstown
Learn how to present highlights from the museum's collection. Contact Director of Education Kellie Mele at educator@wcmfa.org.
CONFERENCE
29th Conference on Civil War Medicine
Friday, Oct. 6, through Sunday, Oct. 8 - for schedule go to http://www.civilwarmed.org or call 301-695-1864
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
48 E. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Reception and more on Friday. Guided tour of Antietam National Battlefield on Saturday. Walking tour of downtown Frederick and the National Museum of Civil War Medicine on Sunday. Hosted by the National Museum of Civil War Medicine. $175 ($135 museum members) or $85 for Saturday only. Go to http://www.civilwarmed.org or call 301-695-1864.
FAMILY
48th Annual Apple Butter Festival
Friday, Oct. 6 - 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 8 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Downtown
127 Fairfax St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Entertainment, food trucks and Apple Butter Festival beer and wine garden on Friday. Parade on Saturday at 9 a.m. Family-friendly games and contests, music, country food, fine arts and local crafts, circus and spicy apple butter. Free admission. Free parking on the outskirts of town with a shuttle available. Call 304-258-3738 or go to berkeleyspringschamber.com/apple-butter-festival.
Turtle Time
Friday, Oct. 6 - 10 to 11 a.m.
Case Nature Center
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Watch Willow the Wood turtle, Scute the Box turtle and the rest of PVAS' Animal Ambassadors eat and exercise. A PVAS representative will share information about the creatures. Free. Registration not required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/turtle-time-at-cool-spring-preserve-2/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
FUNDRAISERS
German Dinner
Friday, Oct. 6 - 6 p.m.
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
$60 per person or $360 for table of seven. Cash bar available with German beer and wine. Reservations required. Call 301-432-8871. Parking is behind the church on Walnut and Antietam streets. Proceeds benefit Brooke's House.
Fall Bargain Sale
Friday, Oct. 6, and Saturday, Oct. 7 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Women's Club
31 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
Gently used clothing, accessories, shoes, housewares, jewelry, collectibles and small furniture. Lunch available. Credit card accepted on purchases of $25 or more. Call 301-739-0870. Proceeds benefit the Women's Club.
Take-Out Meatloaf Dinner
Friday, Oct. 6 - 4 p.m. until sold out
Pikeside United Methodist Church
25 Paynes Ford Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Hosted by Pikeside United Methodist Men. $8 dinner includes meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, roll and dessert. Advance orders recommended. Call 304-263-4633. All proceeds support the Pikeside Men's ministry, helping scouts and the community.
MUSIC
The Concert — A Tribute to ABBA
Friday, Oct. 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Includes most iconic hits from ABBA. $35 to $65. Go to luhrscenter.com. Call 717-477-7469.
Trick Bag
Friday, Oct. 6 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Blue Mountain Wine Crafters Boutique Winery
117 E. Baltimore St.
Funkstown
Variety. Call 301-791-2882.
First Fridays Open Mic Jam Nite
Friday, Oct. 6 - 7 to 10 p.m.
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. Call 304-258-4440.
The Willys Duo
Friday, Oct. 6 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Acoustic rock. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
Rob Schneider
Friday, Oct. 6 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Comedian. Sponsored in part by the Washington County Arts Council. $29 to $57. Go to mdtheatre.org/schneider or call 301-790-2000.
Saturday, Oct. 7
EXHIBIT
Cumberland Valley Woodcarvers
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Charles Brightbill Environmental Center
James Buchanan High School
4773 Fort Loudon Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Woodcarving displays. Free admission. Concessions available. Event by Tuscarora Wildlife Education Project. Call 717-328-2126.
FAMILY
2nd Annual Fiber Fest
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
For fiber enthusiasts of all ages. Demonstrations, vendors of fibers and accessories. Food. Free admission. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
Shepherd University Tabler Farm Open House
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Tabler Farm
482 Billmyer Mill Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Learn about activities and programs that take place at the farm. Purchase farm-grown produce. Tours of the aquaponics lab, native food forest and food production plot, the apiary and solar system, and the farm incubator project. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/tabler-farm-open-house/.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Oct. 7, and Sunday, Oct. 8 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children get a list of 40 images of artifacts to search for at three indoor museums and an outdoor rural village. Early Living Museum, Farm Museum and Transportation Museum. Free, donations accepted. Gift shop. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org or call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
FUNDRAISERS
Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Shiloh United Methodist Church
19731 Shiloh Church Road
Hagerstown
All you can eat spaghetti with one serving small salad, bread, drink and dessert. $12 adults, $6 ages 5-12, free ages 5 and younger. Take out available - $13 adults and $6 ages 5 to 12. Call 301-797-4083. All proceeds benefit Shiloh Building Fund.
Cash Bingo
Saturday, Oct. 7 - doors open at 11 a.m., bingo begins at noon
Riggie Hall
St. Joseph Catholic Church
17630 Virginia Ave.
Hagerstown
Twenty games with cash prizes. Door prizes, raffles, tip jars and 50/50. Food, drinks and desserts for sale. Tickets are $25 each in advance, $30 at the door. Buy tickets at the church.
50th Annual Catoctin Gas Engine Show
Saturday, Oct. 7, and Sunday, Oct. 8 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wolfsville Ruritan Community Park
12708 Brandenburg Hollow Road
Myersville, Md.
Gas and steam engines, tractors, antique cars and trucks; sawmill demo; homemade food; breakfast served 7 to 10 a.m.; lunch served 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ice cream truck, antiques, tools, crafts, yard sales and more. Free admission and parking.
HEALTH
Health & Wellness Expo (indoors)
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Elgin Station
40 Elgin Blvd.
Hagerstown
Connect with health and wellness professionals showcasing speakers, products and services. Health screenings, cooking demonstrations, fitness classes, workshops and other activities. Vendors. Free. Call 301-710-2159 or email jehovahonhigh@aol.com. Sponsored by Activities For Life Health & Fitness LLC.
Mind, Body, Spirit Fair
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 10 a.m.
Unity of Hagerstown
Fellowship Center
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Exhibitors, intuitive readings, massage, Reiki. Handcrafted items, jewelry, and food and drinks available for purchase. $5 suggested admission. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940.
MUSIC
Naked Eye
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Classic rock. Call 240-203-8183.
Chicago Transit
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 7 p.m.
Capitol Theatre Center
159 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Tribute to the band Chicago. Beer, wine, concessions. Sponsored in part by Patriot Federal Credit Union. $34 to $39. Go to thecapitoltheatre.org or call 717-263-0202.
Poulenc Trio
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 7:30 p.m.
Shipley Recital Hall
Frank Arts Center
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Piano-wind chamber music ensemble. Part of The Friends of Music 2023-24 concert season. $35 per person (free for Friends of Music members). Go to www.friendswv.org, email info@friendswv.org or call 304-876-5765. If space is available, tickets for sale at the door.
Eaglemania
Saturday, Oct. 7 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theater
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Music of The Eagles' greatest hits, as well as select Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh solo efforts. $44 to $54. Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or email ajv@mdtheatre.org.
4th Annual Student Performance Festival
Saturday, Oct. 7 - noon to 5 p.m.
The Maryland Theater
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Sloan School of Music students. Free. Go to sloanschoolofmusic.com.
WORKSHOP
Restoring and Weatherizing Historic Wooden Windows
Saturdays, Oct. 7 and Oct. 14, and Sunday, Oct. 15 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saylor House
Kiwanis Park
371 Dynasty Drive
Hagerstown
Three-day hands-on workshop. Learn to repair and weatherize windows. Taught by preservation craftsmen David Gibney and Paul Wade. $150. To register, email info@wchistoricaltrust.org or call Hagerstown Parks & Recreation at 301-739-8577 ext. 169. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Trust with support from the Mary K. Bowman Fund.
Sunday, Oct. 8
FUNDRAISER
Bingo, Bake Sale, Basket Sale and Silent Auction
Sunday, Oct. 8 - doors open at noon, games begin at 2 p.m.
Saint Leo Catholic Church
2109 Sulphur Springs Road
Inwood, W.Va.
Hosted by Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court 392. Tickets cost $30 in advance. Proceeds benefit Saint Joseph School and Saint Leo Catholic Church. Call Judy at 703-928-4977 or email CDA392BINGO@gmail.com.
MUSIC
Poulenc Trio
Sunday, Oct. 8 - 3 p.m.
Zion Episcopal Church
301 E. Congress St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Piano-wind chamber music ensemble. Part of The Friends of Music 2023-24 concert season. $35 per person (free for Friends of Music members). Go to www.friendswv.org, email info@friendswv.org or call 304-876-5765. If space is available, tickets for sale at the door.
The Starlets
Sunday, Oct. 8 - 3 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High, Oyer Auditorium
550 E. Second St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Female trio. Pop, doo wop, R&B, and Motown through the 50s and 60s. Presented by the Waynesboro Community Concert Association. $25 (free for students K-12, K-8th grade must be accompanied by a paying adult). Buy tickets at the door or go to www.waynesboropaconcerts.org.
ONGOING
BOOKS
Writer-in-Residence
Through Friday, Sept. 29 - for event schedule go to shepherd.edu/news/writer-in-residence-events-planned-for-september-22-29/
Shepherd University (also available online via Zoom)
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities' 25th Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence, Ann Pancake, is celebrated. Pancake is the 2023 One Book One West Virginia author. Her novel “Strange as this Weather has Been” is this year’s common reading book for the state. Go to shepherd.edu/news/writer-in-residence-events-planned-for-september-22-29/.
EXHIBITS
Art in the Hallway
Continues 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.
A Journey through Addiction and Recovery
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.
11th Annual Eastern West Virginia Juried Art Exhibit
Through Saturday, Oct. 7 - Wednesday through Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Artwork by artists of the Eastern Panhandle. Email berkeleyartswv@gmail.com.
The Foundry Exhibition at Wilson College
Through Sunday, Oct. 15 - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays
Lortz Hall Bogigian Gallery
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Artwork by members of The Foundry, including paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture and more. Free. Contact Philip Lindsey at 717-264-2783 or philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
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.
Project Linus of the Eastern Panhandle
Through Tuesday, Oct. 31 - Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.
South Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Part of the Art in the Library Series highlighting talents of local artists. Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
Jennie Avila Sky Cats & Fancy Plants
Continues 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.
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.
From the Wild and Wonderful
Through Dec. 31. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; reception is Saturday, Sept. 23 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Produced by the Morgan Arts Council and curated by Amanda Solo. Features a wide range of media by more than 30 artists. Call 204-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.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.
Poolside Yoga
Through Friday, Nov. 17 - Thursdays 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and Fridays 7 to 8 a.m.
Chambersburg Recreation Center
Room B-1
235 S. Third St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
For ages 15 and older, all skill levels. Stretch and release tensions. Led by Wendy Machemer. Gain muscle strength, improve balance and increase flexibility. Bring mat, towel,\ and water or coffee. $95 for 10 classes ($85 for borough residents), $49 for five classes ($45 for borough residents) or $10 per class ($9 for borough residents). Call 717-261-3275.
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
Misery
Through Sunday, Oct. 22 - Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m., and select Sundays at 1 p.m.
Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
Directed by Rennes Carbaugh, Stephen King's Misery follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his Number One fan, Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. Contains adult language, themes and violence. Show preceded by dinner. $63 adults, $57 active military and first responders. For tickets, go to www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or call 301-739-7469.
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 Thursday, Sept. 28, through Sunday, Oct. 8
