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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. 14
EXHIBIT
The Foundry Exhibition at Wilson College
Thursday, Sept. 14 - opening reception from 4:30 to 6 p.m.; exhibit continues 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.
FUNDRAISER
Hospice of Washington County's Food Truck Event
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Warehouse Cinemas Leitersburg
20145 Leitersburg Pike
Hagerstown
Admission is $5. Funds raised will assist with special projects at Doey's House and Hospice of Washington County's inpatient unit. Go to www.hospiceofwc.org or call 301-791-6360.
HEALTH
Appalachian Save a Life: Free Naloxone Day
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Corner of King and High Streets (in front of Shepherd University's Knutti Hall)
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Distribution of naloxone (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.), education materials about substance abuse disorders and the overdose crisis, and stress balls and pens (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Free. Hosted by Shepherd University's Counseling Services and Division of Student Affairs.
LECTURES
The Enduring Appeal of the Internal Combustion Engine
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 7:30 p.m.
General Studies Building Auditorium (also via Zoom)
Penn State Mont Alto
1 Campus Drive
Mont Alto, Pa.
Presented by Jacob Moore, associate professor of engineering. Star Party (telescope viewing and laser pointer sky tours) follows, weather permitting, from 8:45 to 10 p.m. in the field between Orchard Road and GSB parking lot. Free. Registration required. Go to montalto.psu.edu or call 717-749-6000.
Luther: Gospel, Law and Reformation
Thursdays, begins Sept. 14 - 10:30 a.m. (or Wednesdays at 7 p.m.)
Church of the Apostles UCC
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
DVD series; 24 30-minute lectures. Two shown each week. Free. No registration needed. Call/text Bob Benchoff at 717-377-4729 or email benchoff360@comcast.net.
Saylor House Tour and Lecture
Thursday, Sept. 14 - house tour at 5:30 p.m., lecture at 6 p.m.
Saylor House
371 Dynasty Drive
Hagerstown
Archaeologist Scott Parker will talk about the history of the Stoner farm. The farm's limestone 1700-era structures have undergone extensive archaeological evaluation. The Conococheague Chapter DAR will provide lemonade and snacks.
Defending Freedom in a Digital Age
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 7 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education
Shepherd University
213 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
The 2023 Tom E. Moses Memorial Lecture on the U.S. Constitution. Presented by journalist and educator Kathy Kiely. Seating is limited. For reservations, go to https://www.byrdcenter.org/constitution-day-2023.html.
The Hidden History of Claire McCardell: Modern Design and the Birth of American Fashion
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 5:30 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Author Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson discusses fashion icon and Frederick, Md., native Claire McCardell. $10 ($8 members). Register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
WORKSHOP
Forest Foraging
Thursday, Sept. 14 - 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Yankauer Nature Preserve
438 Whiting's Neck Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Led by PVAS staff Laurel Schwartz. Begin with a hike, then learn the universal edibility test. Lastly, enjoy pawpaw bread. $35. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/forest-foraging-workshop-pawpaws/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Friday, Sept. 15
CLASS
Uke-Sing & Jammers
Friday, Sept. 15 - 5 p.m.
BlackCat Music Cooperative
155 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
For intermediate ukulele players. Instructor is Mike Kligerman. Beginners welcome to watch and learn. Call 717-331-3357 or email Mckliger@frontiernet.net.
FUNDRAISER
Night at the Races
Friday, Sept. 15 - 6 to 10 p.m.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
750 Hollywood Drive
Charles Town, W.Va.
Dinner, DJ, horse races, 50/50 drawing and door prizes. Hosted by St. Joseph's Parish and School. $100 per person or $750 for a table of eight. Sponsorships available. Proceeds benefit St. Joseph School's new playground and St. Joseph Parish. RSVP. Call 304-267-6447.
LECTURE
Getting to the Root of the Issue
Friday, Sept. 15 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
King Street Church
162 E. King St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn the root causes of trafficking. The evening includes dinner, a panel discussion, and a basket and gift raffle. $20. Order tickets at www.shessomebodysdaughter.org/root.
MUSIC
Dawn Drake and ZapOte
Friday, Sept. 15 - doors open 6 p.m., music 7 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Mountain funk, Cuban timba and Brazilian samba. Free. Presented by The Morgan Arts Council. Call 304-258-2300 or go to macicehouse.org.
Tanya Tucker: Sweet Western Sound Tour
Friday, Sept. 15 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Country. Tickets $49 to $79. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
De Tierra Caliente
Friday, Sept. 15 - 6 to 8 p.m.
South Potomac Street
Hagerstown
Wind Down: Hispanic Heritage Month. Drink specials offered at South Potomac Street bars. Bring lawn chair. Free admission. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
Funky Fridays Concert Series: The Jill Fulton Band
Friday, Sept. 15 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Country, blues, classic rock and soul. Hosted by Hagerstown Community College's Alumni Association. Beer and wine available for purchase. Food trucks and the alumni concession stand open. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/advancement/alumni-news or call 240-500-2346.
Tresa Day & Joel Newman
Friday, Sept. 15 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Soul, blues and jazz. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
God's Favorite!
Friday, Sept. 15, through Sunday, Sept. 17 - 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. on Sunday
The Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
17303 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Neil Simon's comedy. $18 at the door or online at https://www.potomacplaymakers.org/get-tickets/. Call 240-513-6260, email potomacplaymakers@gmail.com or go to www.potomacplaymakers.org.
Misery
Friday, Sept. 15, 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.
Saturday, Sept. 16
FAMILY
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Sept. 16, and Sunday, Sept. 17 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children are given 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.
Unitarian Universalist Church Education Open House
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church
13245 Cearfoss Pike
Hagerstown
For parents and children. Tour religious education rooms, chat with teachers and review curriculum; a world religions course about the many ways people worship and celebrate. Email RE@uuhagerstownmd.org.
Freedom's Jubilee
Saturday, Sept. 16 - noon to 4 p.m.
Dahlgren Chapel
Route 40A and Washington Monument Road
Middletown, Md.
Commemoration and celebration of emancipation and the abolitionist movement in Maryland. Historical interpreters portraying historic abolitionists, period music and photography. Free. Go to https://cmhl.org/dahlgren-chapel.
A Day in the Life
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
See how people lived in early America. House chores, gardening, sewing, recreation. Free. Go to www.cimlg.org, call 717-328-2800 or email info@cimlg.org.
FUNDRAISERS
Oktoberfest
Saturday, Sept. 16 - doors open at 5 p.m., event is 6 to 9 p.m.
The Barrel House
39 N. Third St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Advance tickets are $20 per person, $30 per couple. Tickets at the door are $25. Tickets include Shippensburg Blaskapelle German Band, sweet rollers pretzel bites, non-alcoholic beverages, goodie bag. Beer and cocktails and catering by Chameleon 1648 available for purchase. Presented by Cumberland Valley School of Music (CVSM) and The Barrel House. Proceeds benefit CVSM. Call 717-261-1220 ext. 3, email steph@cvsmusic.org or go to https://cvsmusic.org.
Large Yard Sale
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mt. Zion Lutheran Church
Friendship Hall
20214 Locust Grove Road (and Route 67)
Rohrersville
Held indoors and outdoors. Country ham, baked ham and turkey sandwiches and baked goods for sale. Furniture, children's clothing, toys and other items will be offered free; donations accepted. Proceeds benefit the Needy Family Fund of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Rohrersville. To order sandwiches, call 301-432-2933 (leave a message.).
Chicken BBQ
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 9 a.m. until sold out
Boonsboro Ambulance Station 69
7619 Old National Pike
Boonsboro
Chicken BBQ and fried country ham sandwiches. $11 chicken dinner, includes half a chicken, baked beans and applesauce; $9 half a chicken only; $6 fried country ham sandwich. To order in advance, call Robyn at 301-667-2301, by Friday, Sept. 15, at 8 p.m..
Annual Food and Yard Sale
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Harmony United Methodist Church
9455 Williamsport Pike
Falling Waters, W.Va.
Yard sale items and food including country ham sandwiches, beef vegetable soup, hot dogs, steamers and assorted baked goods. To order quarts of soup in advance, call 304-274-1719, by Sunday, Sept. 10. All proceeds fund mission projects of the church.
MOVIE
Thor: Love and Thunder
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 8:45 p.m.
Shafer Park
241 Potomac St.
Boonsboro
For families.
MUSIC
Rowdy Acres (Josh Crews)
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 6 p.m.
Shafer Park
241 Potomac St.
Boonsboro
Bluegrass, country rock.
ONSTAGE
Beadle's Make Me Laugh Comedy Tour
Saturday, Sept. 16 - doors open 7:30 p.m., show 9 p.m.
Break Away II Sports Lounge Warehouse
13726 Pennsylvania Ave.
Hagerstown
Comics from BET, Comedy Central. Featuring Chad Beadle, Charles Morgan, T-ray Sanders, John Herr and Paz Soto. Food and drinks available. $16 general, $20 VIP package. Go to https://wiynn.com/event/beadles-make-me-laugh-comedy-show. Call 240-367-5052.
OUTDOORS
Nature Journaling
Saturday, Sept. 16 - 9 a.m. to noon
Stauffer's Marsh Nature Preserve (meet in parking lot)
4069 Back Creek Valley Road
Hedgesville, W.Va.
No journaling experience needed. Children welcome with an adult. Record observations, thoughts and questions about nature using a combination of drawing, writing and numbers. Bring journal supplies, a lawn chair, and water. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/fall-nature-journaling-at-stauffers-marsh/, email wvdeana@hotmail.com or call 304-264-6335.
Sunday, Sept. 17
FAITH
Celebrating 50 years of Christian Ministry
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 6 p.m.
Grace Christian Fellowship
130 N. Pennsylvania Ave.
Hancock
The Rev. Edward Guyer will lead the service. The Rev. Garry Knaebel, former pastor will present the sermon. Following the service will be an informal time of fellowship and refreshments. Call 301-678-6036.
Taizé Service
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 6 p.m.
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
A contemplative prayer service with meditative music, scripture and silence. Enter by the tower entrance on South Prospect Street or the elevator at the Walnut Street parking lot. Email rwspeelman@outlook.com.
Healing Rooms of Hagerstown
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 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. Usually the first and third Sundays of each month. No appointment necessary. Free. Go to healingrooms.com or email htownhealingrooms@gmail.com.
FAMILY
Clear Spring High School Alumni Museum
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 2 to 5 p.m. (museum open the third Sunday of each month)
Clear Spring High School
12630 Broadfording Road
Clear Spring
Printed and collectible memorabilia on display. Call 301-766-8082.
MOVIE
Shepherdstown Remembers Antietam
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 3 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Original film written and produced by local history researcher Jim Surkamp. The film describes the battle's impact through the eyes of Shepherdstown-area residents of the time. A short Q&A will follow the film. Marks the Battle of Antietam's 161st anniversary. Admission is free. Seating limited to 100 people. To reserve a seat, go to OperaHouseLive.com.
MUSIC
Détente
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 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.
DayStar Vocal
Sunday, Sept. 17 - free walking tacos at 5 p.m., free concert at 6 p.m.
Hebron Mennonite Church (parking lot)
13315 Highlane St.
Hagerstown
Christian music. Bring a lawn chair. Free admission. Go to www.DayStarVocal.com
Mason Dixon Barber Shop Chorus
Sunday, Sept. 17 - 3 p.m.
Shafer Park
241 Potomac St.
Boonsboro
Monday, Sept. 18
ONSTAGE
Liars and Tall Tales Competition
Monday, Sept. 18 - 7 p.m.
Unitarian Universalist Church of Hagerstown
13245 Cearfoss Pike
Hagerstown
For adults, and children ages 12 and older, when accompanied by an adult. Five members of Antietam Storytellers Guild compete for laurels and a cash prize while battling for the 2023 Best Liar title. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Cash or check accepted. Call 301-730-1638 or email fanitsky@hotmail.com.
Songwriters & Poets Open Mic
Monday, Sept. 18 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Led by longtime Waynesboro Songwriters Workshop member Dave Dishneau and Hagerstown-based poet Ann Culey. Features both songs and poems, in an alternating format. Participants perform up to three works initially, with additional rounds if time allows. Held the third Monday of each month. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Tuesday, Sept. 19
CLASS
Victory Garden: Closing Your Garden for the Winter
Tuesday, Sept. 19 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Demonstration Gardens (across from the Penn State Franklin County Extension Office)
181 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn about getting your home garden ready for the winter months, including preparing beds, using compost, planting cover crops, and how to clean and store tools. Talks by master gardeners, followed by Q&A session and guided tour around the garden. $5. To register, go to https://extension.psu.edu/victory-garden-all-about-closing-your-garden-for-the-winter or call 877-345-0691.
MUSIC
Mercersburg Area Community Chorus' Call for Singers
Tuesday, Sept. 19 - 7 to 9 p.m.
James Buchanan Middle School
5191 Fort Loudon Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
The Mercersburg Area Community Chorus will begin rehearsals for 2023 concerts. New singers are welcome. Rehearsals continue for 11 weeks and concerts will be presented Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 at 3 p.m. at Mercersburg Academy's Irvine Memorial Chapel, featuring Poulenc's Gloria, Bach's Christmas Oratorio Part 1,and other Christmas works. Call 717-328-2324 or go to mercersburgchorus.org.
OUTDOORS
Fall Wellness Walk
Tuesday, Sept. 19 - 10 a.m. to noon
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For all ages. Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/fall-wellness-walk-at-cool-spring-preserve/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Wednesday, Sept. 20
CLASS
Wee Naturalists
Wednesday, Sept. 20 - 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/.
OUTDOORS
Bird Walk - Third Wednesday Walk
Wednesday, Sept. 20 - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve (meet in parking lot)
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Beth Pool. Children 12 and older welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. Wear sturdy shoes. Bring water. Binoculars available. Free; registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/september-third-wednesday-bird-walk/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Insect and Spider Safari
Wednesday, Sept. 20 - 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve (back deck of Nature Center)
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
For all ages. Led by Master Naturalist Allen Miller. After a powerpoint presentation on West Virginia's common spiders, go outside with flashlights in search of spiders/insects. Bring spider field guide or phone app, if desired. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring water. Free; registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/insect-spider-safari-at-cool-spring-preserve-2/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Thursday, Sept. 21
FAMILY
Kingfisher Kahoot Trivia Night: Arachnophilia - Our Favorite Spiders, Ticks and Mites
Thursday, Sept. 21 - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
For everyone. Learn about West Virginia's natural history in a game show format. Play as a group with Potomac Valley Audubon Society host and team leader Roy Boyle. Free; registration required. Email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
City Farmers Market
Thursday, Sept. 21 - 3 to 6 p.m.
25 W. Church St.
Hagerstown
Fresh produce and baked goods, artisan vendors, food vendors and dinner tent, live music by Tim Seals. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
LECTURES
When Hell Came to Sharpsburg
Thursday, Sept. 21 - 7 to 9 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by Steven Cowie, based on his book. Hosted by Shepherd University's George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War. Free.
The Trial of Lee Harvey Oswald
Thursday, Sept. 21 - 7 p.m.
State Line Ruritan Building
15841 Park Drive
State Line, Pa.
Presented by author Bob O'Connor. Hosted by the Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society. Free. Go to www.middleburgmasondixon.org or call 301-739-0357.
MUSIC
Amy Grant
Thursday, Sept. 21 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Contemporary Christian and pop. $49 to $143. Go to mdtheatre.org/amy-grant or call 301-790-2000.
Friday, Sept. 22
MUSIC
Vox Fortura
Friday, Sept. 22 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Britain's Got Talent semi-finalists, international male pop-op quartet. Hosted by the Hagerstown Community Concert Association. $30 adults, $10 students ages 4 to 17. No assigned seats. Go to www.communityconcertshagerstown.org or call 301-790-2000.
BBD Trio
Friday, Sept. 22 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Blues. Free; donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONSTAGE
A Shadow that Broke the Light
Friday, Sept. 22 - 7 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 23 - 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
A one-man show written and performed by actor Charlie DelMarcelle and featuring the artwork of activist printmaker Adam DelMarcelle. Illuminates the ongoing crisis and costs of the opioid epidemic. Free. Seating is limited, as audience is seated on the Luhrs Center stage. Call 717-477-7469 or go to luhrscenter.com.
Saturday, Sept. 23
CLASSES
Autumnal Equinox Dance Workshop
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Unity of Hagerstown
Fellowship Center of St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Dance and meditation with Candice Tritch of Dance Alchemy. Step-by-step dance instruction. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@gmail.com or call 240-409-5940.
Dig, Divide and Multiply
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 9 to 11 a.m.
Demonstration Gardens (across the street from the Penn State Franklin County Extension Office)
181 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, Pa.
Learn proper techniques for dividing and replanting various root systems and learn tips for how to prepare perennial beds for winter. $10. To register, go to https://extension.psu.edu/dig-divide-and-multiply-2 or call 877-345-0691.
FAMILY
Porchfest
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
South Prospect Street
Hagerstown
Live music by more than 30 musicians from all different genres. Kids porch and jam porch. Poster painting auction. Beer garden by Hub City Brewery. Various food trucks. Leashed dogs welcome. Free. Musical Instrument Collection collecting used instruments to be donated to local students. Sponsored by MIC and the city of Hagerstown.
Antique Treasure Show
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Beaver Creek School Museum
9702 Beaver Creek Church Road
Hagerstown
In the style of PBS' Antiques Roadshow. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. From 1 to 3 p.m., live appraisals ($15 for each item, $10 for members). From 3 to 4 p.m., in depth appraisals (scheduled in advance for $20). $5 for spectators with no items to be appraised. Tour the museum, too. Call 301-797-8782, email info@washcohistory.org or go to https://washcohistory.org.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children are given 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.
Pollinator Palooza
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7303 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
For all ages. Hosted by Washington County Master Gardeners. Learn why bees and butterflies are important and how to protect them. Learn how to choose plants to attract pollinators, make a bee hotel, build healthy soil, make compost, create a lasagna garden and appreciate heirloom and native plants. Children's activities and more. Free. Call 301-791-1604 or email acormany@umd.edu.
FUNDRAISERS
Chicken Barbecue Sale
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 9:30 a.m. until sold out
Longmeadow Volunteer Fire Company
19307 Longmeadow Road
Hagerstown
Chicken meal with half a chicken, baked beans and coleslaw for $12; half a chicken only for $9; apple dumplings for $5 each. Drive-thru, pick-up only. Call 301-667-3015 or email joreynolds10@aol.com. Proceeds benefit the Longmeadow Volunteer Fire Company.
Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 4 to 8 p.m. or until sold out
Covenant Life Church International
1515 Dual Hwy.
Hagerstown
Includes meatballs, salad, garlic bread, dessert and drink. Dine in or carry out. $15 general, $5 ages 12 and younger. Walk-ins welcome, but advance ticket purchases recommended. Go to https://covenantlifehagerstown.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1903526. Proceeds benefit It's a Blessing to be a Blessing, local community outreach and support.
Elvis Gospel Tribute
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 5 to 8:30 p.m.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
601 Washington Ave.
Hagerstown
Special guest Kevin Booth. Raffle and silent auction available. Food sold separately. $10 per adult, ages 12 and younger free. Tickets sold at the door or in advance by calling Cindy Woodyard at 240-527-8061. Proceeds benefit East to West Women's Credo.
Outdoor Food and Yard Sale
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christ Reformed United Church of Christ
22514 Cavetown Church Road
Cavetown
Hamburgers, hot dogs, fresh cut fries, funnel cakes, soda and water. Call 301-988-8971. Proceeds benefit Christ Reformed UCC.
No Bull Ball Racing (street racing)
Saturday, Sept. 23 - gates open 2 p.m., drivers' meeting 4 p.m., races 5 p.m.
Potomac Airpark
1150 Airport Lane
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Hosted by the Leechel L. Reynolds Memorial Fund and Jay's People. 50/50 raffle, with LLRMF receiving half of the funds. Food vendors. Bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Spectator entry fee is $20 (free, ages 12 and younger). Call 240-397-0154. Proceeds benefit LLRMF and Jay's People.
Fish & Chicken Fry
Saturday, Sept. 23 - doors open 5 p.m., meal 6 p.m.
South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Fried catfish and cod, fried chicken breast filets, fresh cut fries, coleslaw, mac and cheese, and hush puppies. All drinks included. $20. Call 717-749-5733. Proceeds benefit South Mountain Joy and South Mountain Volunteer Fire Department.
Sheriff's Prescription Drug Turn In and Community Shred Event
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Robinwood Professional Center (near the Orange Entrance and Silver Parking Lot)
11110 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
For residential/personal documents only, with a maximum of 3 boxes per household. No longer accepting sharps as part of prescription drug turn-in program. Donations collected, but not required. Proceeds benefit the Shop with a Sheriff program.
HEAL Colorsplash 5K
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 9 a.m. to noon
Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Walk/run through five color stations, two wet stations and a bubble station. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. Proceeds benefit the HEAL program of the YMCA of Hagerstown.
Fall Frolic Fundraiser
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 4 to 7 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Hog roast meal from Hicksville BBQ, beer from Michaux Brewing Co., live music by Cormorant's Fancy, and raffles, games, ribbon cuttings and auctions. $45 adult ($35 member), $25 child ($20 child of member). Proceeds benefit the institute's educational programs.
MUSIC
Shepherd University Ram Band
Saturday, Sept. 23 - noon
Ram Stadium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
50th anniversary show at half time of football game (Shepherd vs. Kutztown University). $25 game ticket required.
The Tans
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Coast Taco Bar
1130 Conrad Court
Hagerstown
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-707-6276.
Bobby D and the Truck Stop Burritos
Saturday, Sept. 23 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Monterey Pass Battlefield Park
14325 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Honky tonk country and rock. Part of the Summer Concert Series. Bring lawn chair. Food and beverages by The Weiners Circle LLC and Antietam Dairy. Free. Go to montereypassbattlefield.org.
OUTDOORS
Recovery Walk — Hope Lives Here
Saturday, Sept. 23 - noon to 3 p.m.
University Park
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Part of Washington Goes Purple. Celebrating hometown heroes of recovery from drug addiction.
Sunday, Sept. 24
FAMILY
Bowman House Museum Tours
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 2 to 4:30 p.m. (every fourth Sunday of the month through October)
Bowman House Museum and Pottery
323 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Hearth-cooking demonstrations of 18th and 19th century foods, raised bed vegetable garden, museum tours. Go to https://boonsborohistoricalsociety.org/bowman-house or email info@boonsborohistoricalsociety.org.
MUSIC
Rocky Birely Combo
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Big band. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
Vox Fortura
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 3 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High, Oyer Auditorium
550 E. Second St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
International male pop-op quartet. 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.
Bluegrass Hootenanny
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Led by Johnny Calamari and Brad Munn. Bring bluegrass instruments and play. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
ONGOING
EXHIBITS
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.
Plein Air Art Exhibition
Through Saturday, Sept. 23 - (Hager House) Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and (Washington County Museum of Fine Arts) Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.
Hager House and Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
501 Virginia Ave.
Hagerstown
Paintings, watercolors, a wood-block carving and prints made by local artists of all ages. Go to www.hagerhouse.org or call 301-739-8577 ext. 170.
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.
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.
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.
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 Thursday, Sept. 14, through Sunday, Sept. 24
