What's happening for New Year's in the Hagerstown area? We have you covered
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, Dec. 29
EXHIBITS
Discover Berkeley History
Continues through Friday, Dec. 30
Martinsburg Public Library
101 W. King St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
A series of exhibits illustrating the county's history, from the times of Morgan Morgan and Adam Stephen to the arrival of the B&O Railroad, the Civil War and the booms of agriculture, orchards and textile industries. Exhibit displays change every two months. Go to http://Berkeleywv250.com.
Color in Freedom, Joseph Holston: Journey Along the Underground Railroad
Continues through Saturday, Jan. 14 - Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed New Year's Eve, holidays and Mondays
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Four movements that deepen our understanding of America's Black enslaved people's experience. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or email drastelli@wcmfa.org.
Icons in Transformation
Continues through Saturday, Jan. 28 - Self-guided tours available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; open with docents from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, and Sundays from 2 to 4 pm. excluding New Year's Day
Evangelical Lutheran Church
43 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Contemporary works by Ludmila Pawlowska, an international artist with Ukrainian roots, and traditional Orthodox Icons from Vassilevsky Monastery in Russia. Call 717-762-9151 or email officemanager@elchome.org.
From the Pages of PAN
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday; closed New Year's Eve, holidays and Mondays
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Brilliant lithographs, etchings, and woodcuts by renowned artists. PAN was an avant-garde periodical that sought to represent an overview of cutting-edge international graphic art. Works encompass the art nouveau movement, expressionism, post-impressionism and symbolism, and give a view of the artistic and intellectual life of this period. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or go to https://wcmfa.org.
Art in the Hallway
Continues through December
Meritus Medical Center, area between the hospital's main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Features paintings by professional artist John Neal Mullican. Sales are handled at the Meritus gift shop. Proceeds benefit the Hospital Gift Shop. This is a collaboration between the Valley Art Association and Meritus Health.
FAMILY
Extra Christmas at the Roundhouse
Thursday, Dec. 29 - noon to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd.
Hagerstown
Historic railroad equipment, Thomas play layouts, "O" three-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, "O" scale (two rail) and "HO" scale layouts. Also, historic photo, document displays, railroad artifacts, gift shop and much more. $6, adults; $1, children ages 4 to 15; free, children ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665, email info@roundhouse.org or go to roundhouse.org. Closed when the Snow Emergency Plan is in effect for Washington County.
HOLIDAY
St. Nick's Market
Thursday, Dec. 29, and Friday, Dec. 30 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday; and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday
The Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Presented by the Berkeley Arts Council. Handcrafted artistic wares by more than 35 local artists. A mix of fine art and craft items for the home, including ceramics, glass, wood, photography, painting and mixed media, holiday cards and clocks. Call 304-620-7277 or email berkeleyartswv@gmail.com
Winter Lights Display
Continues through Jan. 31
Chambers Fort Park
North Seventh Street
Chambersburg, Pa.
Winter lights help light up downtown Chambersburg's Chambers Fort Park for the first time. Email dci@chambersburg.org.
A Season of Wonder
Thursday, Dec. 29, through Sunday, Jan. 1 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ice House Co-Op Gallery
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Creations of talented artisans and crafters from West Virginia and the surrounding region. Find unique gifts. Call 304-867-3073, email art@macicehouse.org or go to www.macicehouse.org.
Friday, Dec. 30
EXHIBITS
The Spice of Life
Continues through April 15 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays; and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays; closed New Year's Eve
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro presents an exhibit of art for the holidays and beyond. Free. Call 717-655-2500 or go to https://gallery50-aagw.square.site.
Winter Nights, Winter Lights
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023 - Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.; closed Saturday, Dec. 31, and Sunday, Jan. 1
Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Features Valley Art Association members' artwork. Free. Call 301-797-2867 or go to valleyartassoc.org.
HOLIDAY
Holiday Mart craft sale
Friday, Dec. 30 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Art/crafts made by Valley Art Association members. Free admission. Call 301-797-2867 or go to valleyartassoc.org.
MUSIC
The Flying Matlocks
Friday, Dec. 30 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Acoustic rock, country, folk and blues. Free; donations appreciated.
Saturday, Dec. 31
HOLIDAY
New Year's Eve Donut Drop 2023
Saturday, Dec. 31 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Public Square
Hagerstown
Free coffee, hot cocoa and doughnuts. Fireworks and live music. Hosted by Middletown Valley Bank and Krumpe's Donuts. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
New Year's Eve Martin's Potato Roll Drop
Saturday, Dec. 31 - 5 to 9 p.m.
Chambers Fort Park
North Seventh Street
Chambersburg, Pa.
Hosted by Downtown Chambersburg. $1,000 giveaway at 8:45 p.m.; drop at 9 p.m.; giveaways, radio remotes, snack vendors, kids' activities and indoor entertainment. Call 717-264-7101, email dci@chambersburg.org or go to www.downtownchambersburgpa.com/nye.
Sunday, Jan. 1
FUNDRAISER
Go for Bold Pledge and Plunge 2023
Sunday, Jan. 1 - noon registration; 1 p.m. plunge
Lake Royer
Fort Ritchie
14421 Lake Royer Drive
Cascade
Join Healthy Washington County and Fort Ritchie Community Center to pledge and plunge into a healthier new year. Raffle prizes, food truck, fun costumes. Register online at thefrcc.org/plunge or in person. $25. Proceeds support rural health opportunities, and youth programs and activities for the Fort Ritchie Community Center.
Tuesday, Jan. 3
CLASS
Beginning Wheel Throwing
Tuesdays, Jan. 3 - Feb.14 - 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro
13 S. Church St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
In addition to instruction by Anne Aden, the course includes two open studio sessions for practice outside of class time, a pottery tool set to keep, up to 25 pounds of stoneware clay and glazing/firing of the pieces created. $250. Space is limited. Call 717-372-7906, email jenny@ceramics-nccs.org or go to ceramics-nccs.org.
EXHIBITS
Beneath the Forest
Continues through February - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Frederick Arts Council Art Center
5 E. Second St., Second Floor
Frederick, Md.
Large-scale exhibition by artist Pamela Moulton makes use of textiles and found materials. For more information, call 301-662-4190, send an email to info@FrederickArtsCouncil.org or go to https://frederickartscouncil.org.
Improvised: The Art of Practiced Freedom
Continues through Friday, March 31 - hours are Sunday, 3 to 11 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Friday, 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wilson College
John Stuart Memorial Library, second floor
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Artwork by Wilson College and Hagerstown Community College arts faculty. Mixed-media/multi-genre show including assemblages, ceramics, installation, painting, poetry and sculpture. Email joshua.legg@wilson.edu.
Wednesday, Jan. 4
EXHIBIT
Fowl Play
Continues through Jan. 20 - 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, or by appointment.
Shepherd University’s Phase 2 Gallery
92 W. Campus Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Mixed-media artwork by Maryland-based artist Caitlin Gill examines the patriarchy, the male gaze and gender through portraits of birds. The reception and exhibit are free and open to the public. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/art/phaze-2-gallery.
FAITH
New Year's Sound Bath
Wednesday, Jan. 4 - 7 p.m.
Unity of Hagerstown
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Guided meditation, crystal singing bowls, drumming, Native American flute, and other sound healing instruments. Relax, heal, clear and release energy, with Sabrina Madsen. Bring yoga mat and blankets. Chairs will be available. $20, payable at the door. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, call 240-409-5940 or email unityhagerstown@live.com.
Thursday, Jan. 5
CLASS
Fundamentals of Traditional Oil
Thursdays, Jan. 5 through Feb. 23 - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
Explore the techniques and materials of landscape oil paintings as practiced by European and American artists from the 16th century to the present. Email valleyartinfo@gmail.com.
FAMILY
StoryWalk Sundays
Thursday, Jan. 5 - deadline to register; walk is Sunday, Jan. 8 - 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
The Institute's monthly adventure for kids. A guided walk with activities along the story trail. Special craft project to take home. Warm up with a campfire, hot chocolate and s'mores. Featured storybook is Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson. Geared for preschool and elementary-age kids. Children in kindergarten through grade 5 may be dropped off and picked up at 3 p.m. Free. Limited to 20 children. Advance registration required by Thursday, Jan. 5. To register, call 717-762-0373, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or go to www.NatureAndCultureInstitute.org.
MUSIC
Twelfth Night Concert
Thursday, Jan. 5 - 7 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
Features the Capital Carillion Handbell Choir along with readings, singers and instrumentalists. Free; donations welcome. Call 301-733-2878.
Friday, Jan. 6
CLASS
Full Moon Yoga and Sound Bath
Friday, Jan. 6 - 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Instructor Christa Angelo leads the class through a gentle yoga flow. Stephanie Flores of Alchemy Yoga and Soul Empowerment leads students through a musical, sound journey. $35 ($30, members). To register, call 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to wcmfa.org/full-moon-yoga-and-sound-bath/.
FAMILY
Christmas at the Roundhouse
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 29 - Noon to 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd.
Hagerstown
Trains of Christmas. Three rail “O” scale layout features steam and diesel trains operating on four levels. Admission is $6 for adults, $1 for children ages 4 to 15 years and free for children ages 3 years and younger. Call 301-739-4665, email info@roundhouse.org or go to roundhouse.org. Closed when the Snow Emergency Plan is in effect for Washington County.
FUNDRAISER
Bingo Surf n Turf Raffle
Friday, Jan. 6 - doors open at 5 p.m., meal served at 6 p.m. and raffle starts at 7 p.m.
South Mountain Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
$20 at the door. Call 717-749-5733.
MUSIC
The Brahman Noodles
Friday, Jan. 6 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Blues, funk, jug band and Americana. Free; donations appreciated.
Saturday, Jan. 7
CLASS
Painting a Symphony
Saturday, Jan. 7 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
The artwork of Joseph Holston along with music will be the inspiration for completing a colorful masterpiece for children to take home. $20 ($14, members). To register, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or call 301-739-5727.
Sunday, Jan. 8
FUNDRAISER
Bingo Meat Extravaganza
Sunday, Jan. 8 - doors open at 11 a.m., lunch at 12:15 p.m., raffle at 1 p.m.
Community Volunteer Fire Company District 12
18002 Tilghmanton Road
Fairplay
Bingo, lunch and three practice rounds. Rounds include beef, pork, chicken or seafood prizes. $10 per person. Call 301-582-0099, email info@cvfd12.org or go to fairplayvfc.com.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT entertainment calendar for Dec. 29 - Jan. 5
