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, May 11
EXHIBITS
13th Annual Art and Earth Juried Exhibit
Through Saturday, May 20 - 1 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Berkeley Art Works
116 N. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Features 42 works by 39 artists. Paintings, photography, ceramics, woodwork and jewelry. Hosted by Berkeley Arts Council. Call 304-620-7277 or email berkeleyartswv@gmail.com.
St. Maria Goretti 4th annual Student & Faculty Art Show
Through Tuesday, June 6 - from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Saturday
Washington County Arts Council
Suite 100
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
St. Maria Goretti High School students' and teachers' artwork. Use A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way; main entrance is off the third level (Potomac Street). Virtual exhibit available at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
The Rebirth of Art After the Pandemic
Through Friday, June 30 - from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
South Jefferson Public Library meeting room
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Features artwork by students at South Jefferson Elementary School. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com. Call 304-725-6227.
Claire McCardell Special Installation
Through Saturday, Nov. 11 - 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 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.
Washington County Public Schools exhibition
Through Sunday, May 14 - 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
Hagerstown
Features work of elementary students. Supported by Washington County Arts Council. Call 301-739-5727.
Mothers & Daughters
Through June - from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Photographs by Mark Youngblood. Call 301-739-2015.
FAMILY
Farmers Market
Thursday, May 11 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Town Hall of Williamsport (behind the building)
2 N. Conococheague St.
Williamsport
Hosted by the town of Williamsport. Held on the second and fourth Thursday each month through Oct. 26. Email mainstreet@williamsportmd.org or call 301-223-7711.
Founders Day/Martinsburg Heritage Fair & Festival
Thursday, May 11 through Sunday, May 14 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Downtown
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Celebrate 250-plus years of history in the northern Shenandoah Valley. Free historic site and museum tours, demonstrations, reenactors,heritage groups, historians/authors, heritage fair and train raid at the Martinsburg Roundhouse, activities for children including the Tuscarora Creek Duck Derby, Children's Museum and more. Go to www.HeritageFestWV.com. Call 304-264-1923.
FUNDRAISER
Spring Native Plant Sale Online Pre-Order
Thursday, May 11, through Thursday, May 25 - order anytime
Online
More than 30 perennials and shrubs that support pollinators are offered. Pick-up and an in-person sale will be at Sunny Meadows Garden Center (7437 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro) on Saturday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experts will be on-site to answer questions. Proceeds benefit the Potomac Valley Audubon Society and The Monarch Alliance. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale-pre-order. Call 681-252-1387.
MUSIC
Spring Choral & Piano Concert
Thursday, May 11 - 7:30 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
Presented by the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Vocal Music Department. $5. Call 301-766-8840.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Downtown Happy Hour
Thursday, May 11 - 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Walk
38 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Every Thursday, grab a drink and socialize with others downtown. Enjoy cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine. 50/50 drawing each week with half the winnings going to a non-profit.
Milkweed and Fennel Plants Giveaway
Through Monday, May 15 - call to schedule time to pick up
The Church of the Apostles
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
UCC's pollinator and wildlife group have young milkweed and fennel plants available to transplant. Milkweed is the host plant for monarch butterflies and fennel is one of the host plants for the black swallowtail butterfly. Contact Bob and Shelley Benchoff at 717-377-4729 or email benchoff360@comcast.net to schedule a time for pick-up at the church.
Friday, May 12
CLASS
Victory Garden: Planning and Preparing
Deadline to register is Friday, May 12; workshop is Tuesday, May 16 - 6 to 8 p.m., rain date is Tuesday, May 23 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Demonstration Garden (across the street from the extension office)
181 Franklin Farm Lane
Chambersburg, Pa.
Led by Penn State Master Gardeners. Learn how to test soil, build raised beds, create vertical gardens and use no-till techniques to grow vegetables. Outdoors. Wear appropriate shoes. Advance registration is required by Friday, May 12. Go to https://extension.psu.edu/victory-garden-planning-and-preparing or call 877-345-0691.
EXHIBITS
Art in the Hallway
Through Wednesday, May 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 Judy Melby Robinson 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 Heart for Art in Berkeley Springs
Through Sunday, May 28 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday
Ice House Gallery
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Ten artists show different viewpoints of the region. Go to www.macicehouse.org. Email art@macicehouse.org or call 304-867-3073.
May Flowers
Through Sunday, May 28 - Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.
The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Free. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org. Call 301-797-2867.
Spectrum: Realism to Abstraction
Through July 29 - Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and by appointment.
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Features artwork by a dozen artists. Pottery, wood carvings, jewelry, stained glass art and more. Go to www.ArtsAllianceGW.org, email contact@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
FAMILY
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum open house
Through Sunday, Oct. 29 - noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday; closed holidays
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd. (US 11)
Hagerstown
Historic railroad equipment, N scale layout, O 3-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, O scale (2 rail) and HO scale layouts, historic photo and document displays, railroad artifacts, gift shop and more. Admission is $6 adults, $1 ages 4 to 16, free ages 3 and younger. Call 301-739-4665, email info@roundhouse.org or go to www.roundhouse.org.
FUNDRAISERS
Mother's Day Flower Sale
Friday, May 12 - 1 to 6 p.m. (rain date is Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Dominos Pizza
8309 Martinsburg Pike
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Hosted by the Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County, W.Va. Variety of plants, including geraniums, new guinea impatiens, begonias and hanging baskets. AWS merchandise available. All proceeds benefit the Animal Welfare Society. Go to www.awsjc.org or call 304-725-0589.
The Institute's Clay Shoot
Friday, May 12 - 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Orvis Hill Country Shooting Grounds
519 Gladhill Road
Fairfield, Pa.
For ages 18 and older. Includes morning refreshments, safety instructions, ear and eye protection gear, 15 outdoor shooting stations with 100 clay targets, water and snacks, catered lunch, raffle and 50/50 tickets. Prizes for first, second and third place winners. Golf carts and shotguns available for rent. Ammunition can be purchased or bring your own. $125. Proceeds benefit The Institute of Waynesboro, Pa. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org. Call 717-762-0373 or email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org.
Cruise-In
Friday, May 12 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Byron Park
11 Park Road
Williamsport
Cars, food truck, grill, 50/50 drawing. $5. Proceeds benefit local charities. Call 301-573-1501 or email jmb@myactv.net.
MOVIE
Mother Teresa: No Greater Love
Friday, May 12 - 7 p.m.
Knights of Columbus 1365
20340 Leitersburg Pike
Hagerstown
Documentary. The life and legacy of Mother Teresa was produced by the Knight of Columbus and filmed on five continents. Free. Call 301-739-9019.
MUSIC
Brian Shermeyer
Friday, May 12 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Keyboardist, singer and songwriter. Improvised jazz rock, classic rock and original compositions. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Funky Fridays Concert Series: The Holders
Friday, May 12 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Classic rock/variety. Hosted by the 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.
ONSTAGE
Clue
Through Saturday, May 27 - Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m., select Sunday matinees at 1 p.m.
The Washington County Playhouse Dinner Theater
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
Based on the 1985 movie, inspired by the classic Hasbro board game. Dinner before the show. Full-service cash bar available. Bar tab and gratuity not included. Children 4 and younger not admitted. Tickets include dinner and show: $63 adults, $57 active military and first responders, $53 ages 5 to 12. Call 301-739-7469 or go to www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com.
Neil Simon's The Sunshine Boys
Fridays, May 12 and May 19, and Saturdays, May 13 and May 20 - 8 p.m., and Sundays, May 14 and May 21 - 3 p.m.
The Potomac Playmakers Performing Arts Center
17303 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
A story of two comedians reconnecting after 12 years. $18. Purchase tickets at the door or at https://www.potomacplaymakers.org/get-tickets/. Call 240-382-7269 or email potomacplaymakers@gmail.com.
HEALTH
Community Wellness & Health Fair
Friday, May 12 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Christ Reformed Church
130 W. Franklin St.
Hagerstown
Hosted by the Washington County Health Department. Onsite health resources. At-home COVID-19 test kits, blood pressure screenings, BMI checks, cancer prevention program information, COVID-19 testing, diabetes risk screenings, harm reduction services, health education on topics including quitting tobacco, care and safety of children, health insurance options, infectious disease prevention and treatment and more. KN95 masks and reproductive health resources. Free. Go to washcohealth.org. Call 240-313-3200.
Saturday, May 13
DANCE
Country-Western Dance
Saturday, May 13 - 7 p.m.
Maugansville Ruritan Club Building
18007 Maugans Ave.
Hagerstown
Hosted by the Hagerstown Country Western Dance Association. Learn to line dance. $7 ($5 members). Call 240-291-8961.
FAMILY
Washington County Rural Heritage Museum
Saturday, May 13 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Route 65 South)
Boonsboro
See the vintage Camp David switchboard — and wagons, cars and taxis made in Hagerstown. Take a self-guided or ambassador-led tour through the Early Living Museum, Farm Museum and Transportation Museum. Browse gift shop (credit/debit cards not accepted). Admission is free; donations accepted. Go to www.ruralheritagemuseum.org or call 240-420-1714 to leave a message.
Downtown Window StoryWalk
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m. to noon
Main Street Park
25 E. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Walk along Main Street reading a children's story in shop windows. Activities throughout downtown — free games, prizes, raffles, live bee demonstration with Butterbee Foundation. Free children's books. Kona Ice available for purchase. Go to MainstreetWaynesboro.org. Call 717-762-0397.
Before the Brew by Oakgrove Farm
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
Learn about gathering yeast, preparing the ingredients and the tools required for the art of brewing. Free. Go to www.cimlg.org, call 717-328-2800 or email info@cimlg.org.
Swap & Recycling Event
Saturday, May 13 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shafer Park (enter off North Main Street)
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Collection stations set up in and around the Community Center parking lot to drive thru and drop off recyclables. Parking available to go to various swaps for clothing, sports equipment, plants, books, jewelry and craft supplies, and household goods. Bring bottles to be crushed into sand to take home to add to garden soil. Bring plants to swap and take home a free tree or potted plant. Music by Tony M. Music. Organized by Boonsboro Green Fest Committee. Free for Washington County residents. Email info@boonsborogreenfest.com. Go to Boonsboro Green Fest's Facebook page.
Wolfsville Ruritan Club Chainsaw Carving & Artisan Festival
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m to 5 p.m.
Ruritan Park
12708 Brandenburg Hollow Road
Myersville, Md.
Lunch available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Live auction at 3 p.m. Call 301-293-1811. Go to wolfsvilleruritan.org.
FUNDRAISERS
Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardener Garden Fest/Plant Sale
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Berkeley County Youth Fair
2419 Golf Course Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Plants, refreshments and baked goods. Containers plants, vegetables, herbs, annuals, perennials, trees and native plants. Visit displays and get free gardening advice. Proceeds benefit the Berkeley-Jefferson Extension Master Gardener program. Call 304-264-1936.
Indiana Jones Escape Room and Fundraiser
Saturday, May 13 - 4:30 to 8 p.m.
Main Street
Waynesboro, Pa.
For ages 18 and older. Register at the Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library (45 E. Main St., Waynesboro) and receive the name of a gallery. Start at that gallery with hors d'oeuvres and a riddle. After the riddle is solved, go to the library. Work as a team to make it through the escape room puzzles. 50/50 raffle, silent auction and Spin to Win. $45 per person. Proceeds benefit the library and the Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro. Go to ahmfl.org. Call 717-762-3335.
Third Annual Plant Sale on the Plaza
Saturday, May 13 - 9 a.m. to noon
Blue Ridge Summit Free Library
13676 Monterey Lane
Blue Ridge Summit, Pa.
Large assortment of annuals, perennials, native plants, hanging baskets, vegetable plants, herbs, houseplants, assortment of locally made ceramic pots and advice from Pennsylvania Master Gardeners. Fresh-brewed coffee from Eklectic Coffee and sweet treats from Krystal's Cakes and Confections available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the library. Email brsmtnboard@gmail.com or call 717-794-2240.
Garden Fest and Plant Sale
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Berkeley County Youth Fairgrounds (inside)
2419 Golf Course Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Vegetable and native plants, perennials, herbs, shrubs, trees, food educational displays, plant doctor advice. Proceeds benefit W.Va. Extension Services in Jefferson and Berkeley counties. Call 304-728-7413.
Music Festival Fundraiser: Pap Miller & Rocky Birely 7pc
Saturday, May 13 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Pap Miller at 4 p.m., Rocky Birely 7pc at 6 p.m. Historical map of Hagerstown unveiling (5 p.m.), raffles, cash bar, food catered by Hicksville Barbecue, and more. Rain or shine. $100. To register, go to http://ow.ly/iPz950Nv4FA or call 301-797-8782. Proceeds benefit the Washington County Historical Society.
Go Girls Go 5K Race
Saturday, May 13 - 9 a.m.
CVS (start and finish)
125 W. Washington St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
For girls in grades four through six. Hosted by Healthy Communities Partnership. No streets will be closed. Sponsor $10, $100, $150. Proceeds benefit Go Girls Go. Go to hcpfranklinpa.org/go-girls-go. Call 717-264-1470.
LECTURES
Sharpsburg Methodist Cemetery Survey Results
Saturday, May 13 - 1:30 p.m.
Community Hall
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
209 W. Main St.
Sharpsburg
Scott Parker, archaeologist of the Antietam Institute, will speak on the process and results of the survey used to help determine unmarked burial plots in the cemetery established in 1828. Free. Call 301-992-9767.
Combat Readiness Through Medicine at the Battle of Antietam
Saturday, May 13 - 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Newcomer House (porch)
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Historian, author and musician George Wunderlich, director of the Army Medical Department Museum, will speak about his new book, co-authored by Scott C. Woodard and Wayne Randolph Austerman. Autographed copies available while supplies last. Free. Call 240-308-1740 or email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
MUSIC
River Lee
Saturday, May 13 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Rough Edges
91 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Classic and modern country, and rock. Go to http://roughedgesbrewing.com. Call 717-655-7042.
Peacefest Concert
Saturday, May 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Shepherdstown Presbyterian Church
100 W. Washington St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Music intended to connect, inspire and motivate action for a better world. Features local musicians Jennie Avilla and Steve Wright, Sam Jannotta, Don Oehser and Laura First, Lisa Lafferty, Todd Coyle, Betty Joe and Scott Rockwell, and Terry Tucker and Ardyth Gilbertson. Free. Donations accepted to benefit the church's Guns to Gardens project. Call 304-876-6466 or email office@shepherdstownpresbyterian.org.
The Tans
Saturday, May 13 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee & Chocolate
South End Shopping Center
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Bob and Kim Tantillo perform classic rock and pop hits. Call 240-203-8183.
The Lana Spence Band & The Eric Heveron-Smith Band
Saturday, May 13 - 2 to 5 p.m.
Hagerstown City Park Band Shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Rhythm and blues, and swing dance music. Prior to the music, The Harbaugh/Glenn Family will have a celebration of life service at 11 a.m. for Betty Lou Harbaugh Glenn. Free.
ONSTAGE
The Commedia Cinderella!
Saturdays, from May 13 to June 24 - doors open at 10:15 a.m., show begins at 11 a.m.
Washington County Playhouse
44 N. Potomac St. (rear)
Hagerstown
For young audiences. Comedy. Concessions available for purchase from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. No meal. $19.50. Go to www.washingtoncountyplayhouse.com or call 301-739-7469.
Spring Dance Concert
Saturday, May 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Simon Theatre
Mercersburg Academy
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, Pa.
Performance by Mercersburg Academy's dance students. Free. Go to mercersburg.edu/arts. Call 717-328-2151.
The Spell
Saturday, May 13 - 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 14 - 3 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Performance by the City Ballet and the Maryland Symphony Orchestra. Features a cast of more than 100 local and guest dancers alongside The City Ballet Schools Western Maryland City Ballet Company. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown. $24 to $86. Go to mdtheatre.org/city-ballet. Call 301-790-2000.
Sunday, May 14
EXHIBIT
Boonsborough Museum of History
Every Sunday - 1 to 4 p.m.
Boonsborough Museum of History
113 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Featuring the eclectic collections of Douglas G. Bast. Parking on site. Admission by donation. Go to https://boonsboroughmoh.org or call 240-816-0488.
FAITH
Taizé Service
Sunday, May 14 - 6 p.m.
St. John's Episcopal Church
101 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
A contemplative prayer service that utilizes 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.
Monday, May 15
LECTURE
Village Stories: Memories and Lore from Waynesboro's Surrounding Communities, featuring Quincy
Monday, May 15 - 7 p.m.
Quincy Township Municipal Building
7575 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
Learn about village life and times through the memories of residents. Current and former residents of Quincy Village including Blue Rock, Fairview and Fox Hill are invited to share stories. Led by Pam Hind Rowland. Hosted by The Institute in partnership with Waynesboro Historical Society and Quincy Township. Third in a series. Free. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
MUSIC
Songwriters & Poets Open Mic
Monday, May 15 - 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, May 16
HEALTH
Wellness Walk
Tuesday, May 16 - 10 a.m. to noon
Eidolon Nature Preserve
2146 Orleans Road
Great Cacapon, W.Va.
Strenuous walk with steep and rocky terrain. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Binocularsavailable. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/wellness-walk-at-eidolon-nature-preserve-3, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
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.
LECTURES
Maryland on Vacation: Unwinding in the Free State, 1875-1952
Tuesday, May 16 - 7 p.m.
Smithsburg Library
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Presented by Lisa Greenhouse. Learn how Marylanders from diverse racial and social backgrounds began to take breaks from work routines, and the social mores that shaped vacation for Marylanders. Provided by the State Library Resource Center. Free. To register, call 301-824-7722.
Medicinal Uses of Herbs in the Garden at Monterey Pass
Tuesday, May 16 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Civil War Era Garden
Monterey Pass Battlefield Museum
14325 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
Hosted by The Institute, part of the spring series of small-group garden talks. Conducted by Pam Hind Rowland, director of education. Bring a chair. Wear appropriate shoes for being in a garden. Free. Space is limited. Advance registration required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org. Email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
MUSIC
Friends of Music Lunch
Purchase tickets before Tuesday, May 16; luncheon is Thursday, May 18 - noon
Bavarian Inn
164 Shepherd Grade Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Lunch and preview of Friends of Music's Two Rivers Chamber Orchestra concert performance "Folk 'n' Fancy." Jed Gaylin, the orchestra's music director, will offer insights into the works that will be performed on May 20 and May 21. $25. Purchase tickets before Tuesday, May 16. Go to www.friendswv.org, email info@friendswv.org or call 304-876-5765.
Wednesday, May 17
FAITH
Police Week Church Service to Honor Fallen Heroes
Wednesday, May 17 - 11 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
22 Cumberland St.
Clear Spring
In recognition of all 15 law enforcement officers and correctional officers from Washington County who made the ultimate sacrifice. Hosted by the church and Thomas Pangborn FOP Lodge No. 88. A special honor will be given to George W. Fridinger, Hagerstown City Police chief who was killed in the line of duty in 1918. Light refreshments. Flowers will be placed at all 15 gravesites after the service. Call 301-582-1945.
LECTURE
John Brown's Raid: Harpers Ferry and the Coming of the Civil War, October 16-18, 1859
Wednesday, May 17 - 7 p.m.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Local historian Kevin Pawlak will kick off the annual Historic Shepherdstown Speaker Series with a talk about his new book, co-authored with Jon-Erik Gilot. Preceded by the annual Historic Preservation Award ceremony. Free. Go to https://www.historicshepherdstown.com, email hsc1786@gmail.com or call 304-876-0910.
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.
OUTDOORS
Third Wednesday Walk
Wednesday, May 17 - 7 to 10 a.m.
Cool Spring Nature Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Ages 12 and older are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Led by Potomac Valley Audubon Society volunteer Beth Pool. Free. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Binoculars available. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/spring-third-wednesday-bird-walk, email Kristin@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Thursday, May 18
CLASS
Portrait Sculpture Workshop
Thursday, May 18, through Saturday, May 20 - 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mansion House Gallery & Art Center
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Three-day workshop creating an impressionistic portrait (half life-size) with professional model. Led by Lesa Cook. Demonstration videos and instructor presentations. $275 ($250 members), not including shared model fees and firing; lunch and supplies included. Contact Elaine Wolfe at valleyartinfo@gmail.com or 304-261-9583 (no texts).
FAMILY
Creepy Crawlies Trivia with Kingfisher Kahoot!
Thursday, May 18 - 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Online via Zoom
For everyone. Learn about spiders, ticks and millipedes. Practice identification skills online in a game show-like format. Smart phone needed. Join with fellow players over Zoom. Play as a group with Master Naturalist and high school science teacher Roy Boyle, team leader. Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Free. Registration is required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/kingfisher-kahoot-trivia-night-3/, email Laurel@PotomacAudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
Historic City Farmers Market
Thursday, May 18 - 3 to 6 p.m.
Hub City Brewery (parking lot)
25 W. Church St.
Hagerstown
Kick-off to Farmers Market season. Make your own flower crown. The third Thursday through October, shop small, buy local and support the vendors. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
World No Tobacco Day
Thursday, May 18 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Washington County Free Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Family friendly. Dinner provided by Chick-Fil-A. Giveaways. Door prizes. Keynote address on Parents Against Vaping E-Cigs. Free. Funding provided by the Cigarette Restitution Fund Program. Call the Washington County Health Department at 240-313-3200.
ONSTAGE
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Thursday, May 18 - 7:30 p.m.; Fridays, May 19 and May 26, and Saturday, May 27 - 8 p.m.; and Sundays, May 21 and May 28 - 2:30 p.m.
Apollo Civic Theatre
128 E. Martin St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
For all ages. Musical based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. $22 adults; $19 military, ages 65 and older, and students ages 25 and younger; and $17 ages 18 and younger. Go to apollocivictheatre.org, email act@apollocivictheatre.org or call 304-263-6766.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT Thursday, May 11, to Thursday, May 18
