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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.
Sunday, Sept. 24
FAMILY
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
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.
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
Alejandro Brittes Quartet
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 2 p.m.
Charlotte's Café Garden Stage
495 S. Washington St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
(Rain location is Ice House, 138 Independence St., Berkeley Springs, W.Va.)
Brazilian music. Free. Presented by The Morgan Arts Council. Call 304-258-2300 or go to macicehouse.org.
New Testament Quartet
Sunday, Sept. 24 - 6 p.m.
Robert Kennedy Memorial Presbyterian Church
11799 Mercersburg Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Free-will offering for the upkeep of the historical church. Dessert bar at 7 p.m.; hymn sing at 7:30 p.m.
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.
Monday, Sept. 25
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. Various events throughout week. Go to shepherd.edu/news/writer-in-residence-events-planned-for-september-22-29/.
WORKSHOP
W.Va. Historic Tax Credit Workshop
Monday, Sept. 25 - 4 p.m.
Berkeley County Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Chambers
Suite 201
400 W. Stephen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Learn about the historic tax credit in West Virginia. Presented by the W.Va. State Historic Preservation Office. Hosted by the Berkeley County Historic Landmarks Commission. Free. Go to wvculture.org, email meredith.c.dreistadt@wv.gov or call 304-558-0220.
Tuesday, Sept. 26
EXHIBIT
Broadway and Beyond: The Barbara Irvine Collection
Tuesday, Sept. 26 - opening reception 6 p.m.
Community Room
Washington County Free Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
A conversation with Hagerstown native Barbara Irvine, reflecting on her journey in music and theater. Introduces a unique exhibit of performing arts memorabilia now housed in the Western Maryland Room Collection. Facilitated by Rabbi Mark Perman of Congregation B'nai Abraham. Light refreshments available. Registration required. Call 301-739-3250 or email westmdroom@washcolibrary.org.
LECTURE
Creating Structural Change: The Drug Overdose Fatality Review Commission
Tuesday, Sept. 26 - 1:10 to 2 p.m.
Online
Hosted by Shepherd University's Department of Social and Applied Behavioral Sciences. Julia Lawes, executive director of the Delaware Drug Overdose Fatality Review Commission, discusses how the commission is dealing with the state's drug overdose problem. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/sociology/cj-lecture.
Wednesday, Sept. 27
FAMILY
September Family Campfire
Wednesday, Sept. 27 - 5:45 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Group campfire, cooking a treat in a Dutch oven and story-telling around the campfire by storyteller Will O'Boyle. Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society staff. $8 per person. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/september-family-campfire/, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
LECTURE
Wawa Gatheru — Climate Optimism and Inclusivity
Tuesday, Sept. 26 - 7 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Diversity Week keynote speaker. A climate justice storyteller. Free. No reservations required. Go to www.wawagatheru.org or luhrscenter.com. Call 717-477-7469.
Thursday, Sept. 28
LECTURE
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Palmyra Atoll Dive Trip — A Photographic Journey
Thursday, Sept. 28 - 7 p.m.
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
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.
FAMILY
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 as well as some interesting local stories. Participants receive a set of postcards to remember the tour. $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. Some seating available 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 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.
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 (LBC), an award-winning living history group, plus re-enactors of other eras. Hosted by the town of Hancock. Organized by Main Street Hancock.
FUNDRAISERS
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.
Open to adults and children. Race begins at high school crosses Queen Street to Frog Hollow Trail and ends back at high school. All participants who raise $100 race free. Registration fee is $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 — local and surrounding areas. 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 half time 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.
FUNDRAISERS
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. Kids can mine for gems, fossils and pan for gold with Tim's Gems Mobile Gold and Gem Mine. Apple dumplings for $5. 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.
ONGOING
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 calendar of events for Sept. 24