What's NXT
Information in the calendar is subject to change or cancellation. If your organization changes or cancels an event listed in the What's NXT calendar, please notify us immediately by emailing lifestyle@herald-mail.com or calling 301-791-6024. To submit an event, email it to the calendar at lifestyle@herald-mail.com at least 2 1/2 weeks before the event.
Thursday, Aug. 17
CLASS
Piano Master Class with Maggie Chen and Yu-Hsuan Liao
Thursday, Aug. 17 - 4:30 p.m.
Thomson Hall Chapel
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Open to all levels and ages. Duets and groups welcome. Free; donations welcome. Reservations taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 717-261-1220 option 1. Presented by Cumberland Valley School of Music.
FAMILY
Free Sunflowers
Thursday, Aug. 17, continues while flowers are in bloom - pick flowers anytime
Church of the Apostles UCC
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Sunflowers blooming in the pollinator and wildlife habitat. Walk down mowed path to flowers. Take photos, bring pruners to cut flowers for a bouquet. Call 717-377-4729 or email benchoff360@comcast.net.
Historic City Farmer's Market
Thursday, Aug. 17 - 3 p.m.
City Farmers Market
25 W. Church St.
Hagerstown
Shop fresh and local from more than 20 vendors. Grab dinner from one of the food vendors and eat under the food tent. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
MUSIC
Hallelujah Junction
Thursday, Aug. 17 - 7 p.m.
Thomson Hall Chapel
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Ave.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Piano duo concert. Featuring Maggie Chen and Yu-Hsuan Liao. Free, donations welcome. Call 717-261-1220 option 1. Presented by Cumberland Valley School of Music.
Shepherd University Ram Band's 50th Anniversary Show
Thursday, Aug. 17 - 7 p.m.
Ram Stadium
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University fight songs and popular halftime shows. Celebrates 50 seasons of the marching band at the university. Free.
Country Current
Thursday, Aug. 17- 7 to 8:30 p.m.
War Memorial Park
500 N. Tennessee Ave.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
U.S. Navy band. Part of Toni Saylor Summer Concert Series. Free. Call 304-264-4842.
Friday, Aug. 18
HEALTH
37th Community Wellness Screening
Friday, Aug. 18 - deadline to register; event is Saturday, Aug. 26 - 6 to 10 a.m.
WVU Medicine Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
1002 Tavern Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
For ages 12 and older. Blood pressure checks and a fall risk assessment (free), health information and Berkeley Medical Center programs and services information (free), complete blood count with automated differential ($10), comprehensive metabolic panel ($20), lipid panel for cholesterol ($15), prostate specific antigen ($15), vitamin D ($15), hemoglobin A1C diabetes screening ($15), thyroid stimulating hormone ($20), hepatitis C antibody screen ($15), vitamin B12 ($10), and Fit Kit colorectal screening kit ($25). Advance registration and payment are required. Registration deadline is Friday, Aug. 18. Call 304-264-1223, go to tinyurl.com/rotaryhealthscreening or email dana.dejarnett@wvumedicine.org.
MUSIC
Honest Lee Soul
Friday, Aug. 18 - doors open 6 p.m., music 7 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Soul, blues, funk, hip-hop, gospel and rock. Free. Presented by The Morgan Arts Council. Call 304-258-2300 or go to macicehouse.org.
Uke-Sing & Jammers
Friday, Aug. 18 - 5 p.m. (third Fridays)
Black Cat Music Cooperative
155 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
For intermediate ukulele players. Beginners welcome to watch and learn. Instructor Mike Kligerman. Call 717-331-3357, or email mckliger@frontiernet.net or blackcatmusiccooperative@gmail.com.
Wally Worsley
Friday, Aug. 18 - 7 to 9 p.m. (Fat Russ BBQ from 5 to 8 p.m.)
Rough Edges Brewing
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Acoustic music influenced by grunge/alt/hard rock of the 90s. Fat Russ BBQ from 5 to 8 p.m. Free admission. Call 717-655-7042.
Brian Lutz
Friday, Aug. 18 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Alternative folk, country and bluegrass. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Garden Night at the Museum
Friday, Aug. 18 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Kaylor Rose Garden
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Live music. Bring a picnic. Wine available for purchase. Museum exhibits open until 8 p.m. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or go to wcmfa.org/concerts-lectures-2/.
ONSTAGE
On Golden Pond
Friday, Aug. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 3 - 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. (go to playhouse website or call for schedule)
Totem Pole Playhouse
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
An aging couple return to their summer home for the 48th year. $39. Go to https://totempoleplayhouse.org/. Call 717-352-2164.
Saturday, Aug. 19
CLASS
Pen to Paper
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
For adults. Led by award-winning author Jim Rada Jr. Create nonfiction, fiction or poetry. Inspired by the exhibition Treasures of State. $60 ($50 museum members). Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
SoulCollage®
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 9 a.m. to noon
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
13025 Greensburg Road
Smithsburg
An intuitive process of self-discovery. Led by Pastor Julie Brigham. No artistic experience necessary. All materials provided. Snacks available. Free, donations accepted. Call 240-405-2173 or go to https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsGreenburgMD.
FAMILY
Stone House History and Fikar's Finest
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Join Jay, Leigh Ann and Kat at the cabin as they practice their historic trades and demonstrate daily life skills. Free. Go to www.cimlg.org, call 717-328-2800 or email info@cimlg.org.
Showcase of Farm Museums
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Presented by The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area, with representatives from Frederick County's Rose Hill Manor Park and the Carroll County Farm Museum in Westminster, Md. Information from the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum will be available. Volunteer docents will share knowledge about the Newcomer House and Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area. Email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, Aug. 19, and Sunday, Aug. 20 - 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. See the vintage Camp David switchboard — and wagons, cars and taxis made in Hagerstown. 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.
Tomato Fest
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WVU Kearneysville Tree Fruit Research and Education Center
67 Apple Harvest Lane
Kearneysville, W.Va.
Rain or shine. Hosted by Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardeners. Taste and vote for your favorite tomato. Learn how to grow. Talk to experts. Kids' games. Cooking demonstration. Tomatoes for sale. Free admission. Call 304-264-1936.
Annual Wolfsville Picnic
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 11 a.m.
Smith's Picnic Woods (Md. Route 17 north of the church)
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
12704 Wolfsville Road
Smithsburg
Music by Ernie Bradley and the Grassy Ridge Band, the Rohrersville Band and Hearts in Harmony. White elephant, crafts, garden produce, baked goods, homemade soups, slippery pot-pie, country ham sandwiches, hand dipped ice cream, fresh cut French fries and potato chips for sale.
World War II Warbird Rides
Saturday, Aug. 19 - Call for time, 304-262-2507
Eastern W.Va. Regional Airport/Shepherd Field
170 Aviation Way
Martinsburg, W.Va.
PT-17 Stearman open cockpit bi-plane rides. $125 to $1,450. For ride tickets, go to https://www.capitalwingwarbirdrides.org/ or email CapitalWingRides@gmail.com. Call 304-262-2507.
Augustoberfest
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 20 - 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (beer served at noon)
Washington County Ag Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
German food and beer. Vendors. Live entertainment, including DSB (die Schlauberger), Die Heimatklange Orchestra and German Hungarian Schuhplattler Dancers. Kids area, including Horn's Punch and Judy Show, crafts, paper cutting, Maypole dancing, storytelling, fairy princesses and more. Sunday German brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (brunch tickets sold separately). All kids' area activities are free. General admission: $10 per day (12 and younger admitted free). No containers or outside food. No pets. Shirts and shoes required. All bags subject to inspection. Proper ID required. Go to www.augustoberfest.org.
Summer Festival
Saturday, Aug. 19 - noon to 4 p.m.
Salvation Army Red Shield Club Community Center
525 George St.
Hagerstown
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Music, games, food and drink, inflatable slide, door prizes and more. Hosted by The Salvation Army Red Shield Club. Free.
FUNDRAISERS
Baked Potato & Taco Bar
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Potomac Valley Fire Company
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
$15 all-you-can-eat. Call 301-432-2130.
Fuel for School Event
Saturday, Aug. 19 - noon to 2 p.m.
Center Court
Valley Mall
17301 Valley Mall Road
Hagerstown
DJ, crafts, activities for all ages, 360 photo booth and vendors. Participate in a food drive; donate a food pantry item or a monetary donation to The United Way of Washington County.
Chicken BBQ and Fried Country Ham Sandwich Sale
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 9 a.m. until sold out
Boonsboro Ambulance and Rescue Company
7619 Old National Pike
Boonsboro
$11 chicken dinner, includes 1/2 chicken, baked beans and applesauce; $9 1/2 chicken; $6 fried country ham sandwich. If ordering in advance, call Robyn before 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, at 301-667-2301. Proceeds benefit the rescue company.
Mass and Procession in Honor of St. Rose
Saturday, Aug. 19 - Mass at 1 p.m., procession at 2 p.m.
Saint James the Greater Catholic Church
49 Crosswinds Drive
Charles Town, W.Va.
In honor of St. Rose's commitment to the poor. Raffle tickets $3 each. Prizes include a painting of St. Rose, an Incan bull figurine and a framed Incan artwork. To order tickets, email elbuby66@gmail.com. Most proceeds will benefit needy children and senior adults. Hosted by the Brotherhood/Association of the Ladies and Gentlemen of St. Rosa de Lima of New York City. Call 304-725-5558 or 301-331-8047.
Creative Memories Card Making
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Bethel United Methodist Church
21006 Twin Springs Drive
Smithsburg
Learn how to make cards. Make-and-take kit. Light snacks. Sponsored by the Chewsville Lions Club. $20, includes six cards. Go to https://www.creativememories.com/cm/AngelaTaber or email chewsvillelionsclub@gmail.com. All proceeds stay in the community.
MUSIC
Phil Wiggins & the Chesapeake Sheiks
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 5:30 p.m.
Berkeley Springs State Park
2 S. Washington St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Blues. Part of the Berkeley Springs summer concert series presented by The Morgan Arts Council. Free. Go to www.macicehouse.org or call 304-258-2300.
Gary Jay & The Fire
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 7 p.m.
Shafer Park gazebo
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Country. Hosted by the Boonsboro Park Board. Bring lawn chair and/or blanket. Leashed dogs welcome. Free. Go to town.boonsboro.md.us, email info@townofboonsboro.com or call 301-432-5141.
Oak Ridge Boys
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Performing Arts Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Country. Tickets $40 to $65. Go to luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-7469.
The Tans
Saturday, Aug. 19 - noon to 3 p.m.
Mountaineer Meat Smokers
45 Monroe St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 304-901-5296.
50th Anniversary of Hip Hop and Wine Fest
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 4 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
DJ battle, dance battle, honoring legends. Live performances by Sonny Bronco, Spencer Jackson, Ride Long, D. Bell, J. Shuttles, J Berd, Twinkz and more.
OUTDOORS
Nature Journaling
Saturday, Aug. 19 - 9 a.m. to noon
Morgan's Grove Park pavilion
4198 Kearneysville Pike
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
For all skill levels. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteers. The community park has a freshwater spring, a walking trail, and Ash trees. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring bug spray, journaling supplies, a lawn chair and water. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/summer-nature-journaling-at-morgans-grove-park/, email wvdeana@hotmail.com or call 681-252-1387.
Sunday, Aug. 20
FAITH
Taizé Service
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 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, Aug. 20 - 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, Aug. 20 - 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.
Ruth Ann Monroe Summer Basketball League
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 3 p.m.
Wheaton Park
449 Sumans Ave.
Hagerstown
Celebrate 60 years of basketball tradition in Hagerstown. Presented by Beyond the Arc Foundation.
MUSIC
Rocky Birely Combo
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Classics of the 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. Ballroom dance selections, including fox trot, latin, waltz, polka, ballad and swing. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
Civil War String Band
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 2 p.m.
Plumb Grove Mansion
12654 Broadfording Road
Clear Spring
Free.
Hallelujah Junction Piano Concert
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 3 p.m.
Frank Arts Center McCoy Rehearsal Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Pianists Maggie Chen, associate professor at Ling-Tung University, Taiwan, and Yu-Hsuan Liao, Shepherd University associate professor of music. Presented by the Shepherd University School of Music. Free. Call 304-876-5555.
Chamber Music
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 7 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
String and wind artists. Presented by the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. $28 ($13 for students). Go to appalachianchamber.org or call 304-876-3704.
Bluegrass Hootenanny
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 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.
Hagerstown Municipal Band
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 7 p.m.
Hagerstown City Park band shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Big Band. Bring lawn chair, blanket. Free. Call 240-217-5070.
'Best Of' Concert
Sunday, Aug. 20 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Presented by the Appalachian Chamber Music Festival. String and wind artists. Call 304-876-3704.
Monday, Aug. 21
AUDITION
The Shepherd University Masterworks Chorale
Monday, Aug. 21 - 7:30 p.m.
Frank Arts Center McCoy Rehearsal Hall
Shepherd University
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Open to everyone. Vocal exercises. Singers are not required to prepare a piece in advance. For the 2023-24 season under the director of Steven Grives, visiting assistant professor of music. Masterworks chorale rehearses on Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the McCoy Rehearsal Hall. Performance on Nov. 11. Email music@shepherd.edu.
MUSIC
Songwriters & Poets Open Mic
Monday, Aug. 21 - 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.
OUTDOORS
PVAS Weed Warrior Certification Training
Monday, Aug. 21 - 3 to 6 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Learn the knowledge and tools needed to tackle invasive species at the preserves, and be connected to other Weed Warriors to work together. Training led by KC Walters, the Potomac Valley Audubon Society's associate director of Conservation and Operations. Free. Children ages 12 and older are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult. To register, go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/weed-warrior-training-10/, email katelyn@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Tuesday, Aug. 22
MOVIE
Champions
Tuesday, Aug. 22 - 7 p.m.
Community Room
Smithsburg Library
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Rated PG-13. Comedy. Free. To register, call 301-824-7722.
Wednesday, Aug. 23
AUDITION
'Tis Pity She's a Whore'
Wednesday, Aug. 23, and Thursday, Aug. 24 - 8 p.m.
Reynolds Hall
Shepherd University
109 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Ages 16 and older are welcome. The play by Shakespeare's contemporary, John Ford, depicts many of the same themes as "Hamlet" — abuse of power, adultery, incest, murder and revenge. Multiple roles available, large and small, for all genders and levels of experience. A diverse cast is desired. Tech crew, dancers, choreographers, musicians and visual and video artists also needed. Email Betty Ellzey at bellzey@shepherd.edu.
CLASS
All About Herbs: From Garden to Kitchen
Thursday, Aug. 24, deadline to register; workshop is Saturday, Aug. 26 - 9 a.m.
Demonstration Gardens (across the street from the extension office)
181 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, Pa.
Hosted by Penn State Master Gardeners in Franklin County. Learn about various types of herbs, as well as how to prune and harvest, preserve and use them in different dishes. $20, includes take home handouts and hands-on portion (creating a small soap scrub infused with dried herbs). Deadline to register is Aug. 24. Go to https://extension.psu.edu/all-about-herbs-from-garden-to-kitchen or call 877-345-0691.
LECTURE
'A Perfect Purgatory': Two Generals' Journey from Antietam Creek to the Trans-Mississippi
Wednesday, Aug. 23 - 7 p.m.
Jacob Rohrbach Inn (outside)
138 W. Main St.
Sharpsburg
(In case of inclement weather, the lecture will be held at Sharpsburg Christ Reformed UCC, 117 Main St., with parking on Main and Hall streets)
Presented by Michael Lang. Part of Civil War Lecture Series. Bring a lawn chair. Free. Call 301-432-5079. Go to www.jacob-rohrbach-inn.com/blog/2023/01/2023-civil-war-lecture-series/.
MUSIC
West End Baptist Church
Wednesday, Aug. 23 - 7 p.m.
Hagerstown City Park band shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Part of Christian music series, Encounter City Park, presented by Valor Ministries. Free. Go to www.encountercitypark.org.
The Learned Doctors
Wednesday, Aug. 23 - 5 to 8 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Classic 90s. Artisan market, beer garden, food vendors and kids zone. Part of Midweek Music & Market 2023 Summer Series. Free. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
Thursday, Aug. 24
LECTURE
Land Trusts: Conserving Land, Water & Open Space Forever
Thursday, Aug. 24 - 6 p.m.
Morgan County Board of Education Center
247 Harrison Ave.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Learn what land trusts are, how they work and the value they offer. Presented by Jeff Feldman on behalf of the Land Trust of the Eastern Panhandle. Sponsored by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Free. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/calendar/, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Friday, Aug. 25
FAMILY
Wind Down: Dog Days of Summer
Friday, Aug. 25 - 5 to 8 p.m.
South Potomac Street
Hagerstown
Live music by The Nathan Bartgis Band, drink specials, dog show hosted by Meinelschmidt Distillery, hot dog eating contest hosted by The Dog House. Free admission. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
HEALTH
Community Wellness & Health Fair
Friday, Aug. 25 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hancock Library
231 Hancock Veterans Parkway
Hancock
Hosted by Washington County Health Department. On-site health resources: at-home COVID-19 test kits, blood pressure screenings, BMI checks, health education on various topics, etc. Free. Go to washcohealth.org, email wash.health@maryland.gov or call 240-313-3200.
WORKSHOP
Restoring and Weatherizing Historic Wooden Windows
Friday, Aug. 25, Saturday, Aug. 26, and Sunday, Aug. 27 - 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.
Saturday, Aug. 26
AUDITION
A Christmas Carol
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Totem Pole's Rehearsal Hall
9555 Golf Course Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
All roles are available. Singers should bring sheet music. The play will run Dec. 8-10 and Dec. 15-17 at Gettysburg's Majestic Theater with 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. showtimes. Call 717-352-2164.
CLASS
The Art of Floral Waters (Hydrosol)
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 10 a.m. to noon
Tabler Farm
Shepherd University Agricultural Innovation Center
482 Billmyer Mill Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Touch, feel and smell the flowers and herbs at the farm and learn how to make floral waters at home. Part of Community Days at Tabler Farm. Free. Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/community-days-at-tabler-farm/. Call 304-876-5000.
FAITH
Community Worship Services
Saturdays, Aug. 26 and Sept. 30 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Southgate Shopping Center (parking lot)
143 Cedar St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Hosted by Life & Ministry Church.
FAMILY
Adventures in Art & Canal Days
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 27 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Clocktower Gallery
27 N. Conococheague St.
Williamsport
Paintings from the towpath, assorted landscapes, prints and hand-painted cards, fiber arts (carrying bags, table runners, bowl covers).
Archaeology Discovery Day
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Join staff to discover the field of archaeology. Learn about how artifacts go from the ground to the museum, and participate in the process. Free. Go to www.cimlg.org, call 717-328-2800 or email info@cimlg.org.
International Festival
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Center Square
Main Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
A celebration of cultural diversity and international community of the greater Waynesboro and Franklin County areas. Food, crafts, music, Run 4 Clean Water Kenya, kid's international bicycle parade. Hosted by Clean Water Kenya.
70/40 Vendor Craft Show
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Bowman Field
10215 Auto Place Road
Hagerstown
Craft vendors. Food stand. Live music with The Missing Years (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Outdoor seating; bring lawn chairs or blankets. Presented by Interludes with Impact. Call 301-991-7799.
West Virginia's Greatest Airshow
Saturday, Aug. 26, and Sunday, Aug. 27 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Eastern W.Va. Regional Airport
226 Pilot Way
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Aerial displays, kids' village, food, vintage and modern aircraft displays, interactive exhibits. $25 general admission (ages 14 and younger free with paying adult). Go to WVairshow.com. Call 304-262-2507. World War II 1942 Boeing PT-17 Stearman open cockpit bi-plane rides ($125 to $1,450). For ride tickets, go to https://www.capitalwingwarbirdrides.org/ or email CapitalWingRides@gmail.com. Flight seats not sold in advance.
FUNDRAISERS
Benefit Auction
Saturday, Aug. 26 - doors open 9 a.m., bidding 10 a.m. until sold out
Broadfording Church of the Brethren Fellowship
14010 Greencastle Pike
Hagerstown
Homemade baked goods, jellies, relish and candy, a variety of memorabilia and more. Food stand open. Proceeds benefit the church mission team. Call 301-791-5432 or email broadfordingcob@verizon.net.
Annual Heritage Spud Fest Weekend & Craft Fair
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 27 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (check website for activities schedule)
Washington County Rural Heritage Museum
Washington County Ag Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike
Boonsboro
Arts and crafts, kids activities, potato picking contests, gift card prizes, pick your own potatoes, draft horse plowing, potato chip making, face painting, potato menu, Civil War camps, antique truck and tractor show, 50/50 raffley. Admission is free. Parking by donation. No credit/debit cards accepted. Go to https://www.ruralheritagemuseum.org/spudfest.html, email info.ruralheritagemuseum@gmail.com or call 240-420-1714 to leave a voice message. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Washington County Heritage Museum.
C&O Canal Days Cruise-in Car Show
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Milestone Farm
10702 Hopewell Road
Williamsport
Rain or shine. Ninth annual benefit in memory of Jone Bowman. All cars welcome, no judging. Food and drinks. Also, Bowman Museum with 90+ new and restored cars and trucks (1906-2018) and 1,000+ model vehicles on display. Transportation from public parking to museum available. Proceeds benefit hospice, directed to Doey's House. Vehicle registration is $10 per vehicle, car corral is $20 per vehicle. Free parking, donations appreciated. Presented by Mason Dixon Region AACA. Call 301-582-0340.
MUSIC
Rock Creek Revival
Saturday, Aug. 26 - 7 p.m.
Shafer Park gazebo
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Bluegrass. Hosted by the Boonsboro Park Board. Bring lawn chair and/or blanket. Leashed dogs welcome. Free. Go to town.boonsboro.md.us, email info@townofboonsboro.com or call 301-432-5141.
Sunday, Aug. 27
FAITH
Blessing of the Backpacks and Rally
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 11 a.m.
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
13025 Greensburg Road
Smithsburg
Call 240-405-2173 or go to https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsGreenburgMD.
FAMILY
Ruth Ann Monroe Summer Basketball League
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 4 p.m.
Wheaton Park
449 Sumans Ave.
Hagerstown
Presented by Beyond the Arc Foundation.
Bowman House Museum Tours
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 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; stroll through raised bed vegetable garden; tour the museum. Go to https://boonsborohistoricalsociety.org/bowman-house or email info@boonsborohistoricalsociety.org.
FUNDRAISER
2 Mile Music Fest
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 2 to 8 p.m.
Kirkwood Park
5231 Creek Road
Hancock
Rain or shine. Hosted by Modern Woodmen of America Hancock Chapter 361. Music by the Mack Berry Band (classic rock) from 3 to 4 p.m., Elly Cooke (country) from 4 to 6 p.m. and Adam Calvert (country) from 6 to 8 p.m. Open outdoor seating; bring lawn chairs or blankets. Family friendly. Food and drinks for sale. No outside food or drinks permitted. Guitar raffle. Free corn hole. $1 kids' games with prizes and more. Free Parking. No smoking. No alcohol. $20 (younger than 12 admitted free). For tickets, call 301-331-6605 or 301-991-0541. Proceeds benefit Martha's House, with MWA matching up to $2,500.
MUSIC
Ray Birely Orchestra (Everybody's Day)
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar-High Rock Road
Cascade
Big band music. Ballroom dance selections, including waltz, latin, polka, ballad and swing. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Call 240-313-2807.
Jazz Festival
Sunday, Aug. 27 - 5 to 7 p.m.
The Wharf
10141 Wharf Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
(Rain location: Waynesboro Area Middle School, 702 E. Second St., Waynesboro, Pa.)
The Donald Harrison Quartet. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Pretzel Spot Café food truck. BYOB. Cold water available, free. Picnics are welcome. Parking available on property. Free admission. Presented by The Institute. Call 717-762-0373 or go to natureandcultureinstitute.org.
ONGOING
EXHIBITS
Tickle Me Pink
Continues through Sunday, Aug. 27 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Mansion House Art Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members show. Admission is free. Go to valleyartassoc.org. Call 301-797-2867.
Creation in Color
Through Thursday, Aug. 31 - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Artist Jamie Hardges. Call 301-739-2015.
Ashton Englebert's Exhibit
Through Thursday, Aug. 31 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays; closed Fridays
South Jefferson Public Library (Meeting Room)
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Works by Martinsburg, W.Va.-based artist. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com or call 304-725-6227.
Hagerstown Photographers Group: Through the Lens 2
Through Tuesday, Sept. 5 - from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; virtual exhibit available at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St., Suite 100
Hagerstown
Scenic, sports, portraits, public events, adventure, urban-cityscape, travel and wildlife photography. Use the A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way; the main entrance is off the third level (Potomac Street). Email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com or call 301-791-3132.
All Things Bright and Beautiful — Delectable Mountains Quilt Show
Through Sunday, Sept. 17 - gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
More than 100 quilts by members of Delectable Mountains Quilt Guild. Boutique with more items. Quilting demonstrations on Saturdays. Learn hand quilting. Children's corner. Produced by the Morgan Arts Council and curated by Dottie O'Toole. Go to www.macicehouse.org or call 204-258-2300.
Landscapes & Legends of Norway: William Singer & His Contemporaries
Through Sunday, Sept. 17 - Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in City Park)
Hagerstown
Norwegian landscape paintings by the museum founder and his contemporaries. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
That's Not Photography
Continues through Sunday, Sept. 17 (call 301-432-0090 for hours)
Gifts Inn Boonsboro
16 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Graphic artist Thom Davis. Go to www.giftsinnboonsboro.com or call 301-432-0090.
Treasures of State: Maryland's Art Collection
Through Sunday, Oct. 22 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (City Park)
Hagerstown
Co-organized with the Maryland State Archives. Featuring more than 90 American and European paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and decorative arts from 1750 to the present. Go to www.wcmfa.org. Call 301-739-5727.
This Majestical Roof: Impressions of Sky
Through Saturday, Oct. 28 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays and 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Paintings and photographs by Margery Benson, Joan Lee, Leslie McEntire, Laurie McKelvie, Rebecca Myers, Jaclyn Rice, Sandy Schuster and Amelie Lavenant Wink. Email contact@artsalliancegw.org.
Claire McCardell Special Installation
Through Saturday, Nov. 11 - Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Designer Claire McCardell redefined American women's fashion during the 1930s to the 1950s. The installation will include McCardell fashions from the museum's collection. Call 301-739-5727. Go to www.wcmfa.org.
Boonsborough Museum of History
Every Sunday - 1 to 4 p.m.
Boonsborough Museum of History
113 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Eclectic collections of Douglas G. Bast. Parking on site. Admission by donation. Go to https://boonsboroughmoh.org or call 240-816-0488.
FAMILY
Market at the Park
Saturdays through Sept. 30 - 8:30 a.m. to noon (Thursday night market, Aug. 3, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; no market Aug. 5)
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 - beginners at 6 p.m.; stretch for flexibility from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Led by Sandy Morrel. Exploration of breathing exercises, standard poses and meditation. Bring mat and water. $15 drop-in or $50 for five classes. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@live.com or call 240-409-5940.
MUSIC
Open Mic Night
Every Wednesday - 7 to 9 p.m.
633 Brewing
Suite 106
118 Walnut Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
Call 717-387-5818. Go to 633brewing.com.
ONSTAGE
Xanadu
Through Saturday, Aug. 19 - 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
Musical comedy. $63 adults, $53 ages 5 to 12, includes meal. Discounted tickets for military and first responders. 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 — events for Aug. 17-27
