What's NXT
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Thursday, Nov. 3
EXHIBITS
From the Pages of PAN
Continues through Sunday, Jan. 29 - Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Brilliant lithographs, etchings, and woodcuts by renowned artists such as Auguste Rodin, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Paul Signac, Georges Seurat, Käthe Kollwitz, Peter Behrens, and Aubrey Beardsley, among others. 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 wcmfa.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 will include mixed-media/multi-genre show including assemblages, ceramics, installation, painting, poetry and sculpture. Email joshua.legg@wilson.edu.
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 Berkeleywv250.com.
Boonsborough Museum of History
Open Sundays through December - 1 to 4 p.m.
The Boonesborough Museum of History
109 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
A collection of historical objects of local and national significance. For information, go to www.facebook.com/BoonsboroughMuseum
LECTURE
'The Third Rainbow Girl: The Long Life of a Double Murder in Appalachia' Common Reading Book
Thursday, Nov. 3 - 6 p.m.
Shepherd University
Student Center Storer Ballroom
210 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
"The Third Rainbow Girl: The Long Life of a Double Murder in Appalachia" author Emma Copley Eisenberg will discuss the book, her time living in West Virginia and the lasting impact of the Rainbow murders. A book signing and dessert reception will follow the talk. Free and open to the public.
MUSIC
Bill and the Belles
Thursday, Nov. 3 - 7:30 p.m.
New Spire Arts
15 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
All-original American songs. $10 plus service charge in advance; or pay-what-you-want at the door. For tickets, go to weinbergcenter.org/book-online/96003/ or call 301-600-2828.
Kansas
Thursday, Nov. 3 - 7:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
One of America's classic rock bands. $125 artist circle; $75. www.luhrscenter.com/event/kansas/ or call 717-477-7469.
Shepherd University School of Music: Salon Series
Thursday, Nov. 3 - 7:30 p.m.
Shepherd University
Frank Arts Center Theater
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Native American flutist Mary Youngblood will perform. $15; $10, Shepherd faculty, staff, alumni, senior citizens, active-duty military and those aged 18 and younger; free for Shepherd students with a valid Rambler ID. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/3ukd8zf3.
ONSTAGE
'The Bold and The Young'
Thursday, Nov. 3; Friday, Nov. 4; Sunday, Nov. 5 - 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 - 2 p.m.
Ice House
Independence and Mercer streets
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
The long-running soap opera "The Bold and the Young" is in its last days and the executive producer ends up murdered and the other cast members start dropping like flies. $10; $8, Morgan Arts Council members; $5 students. To purchase tickets, go to morganac.booktix.com/.
OUTDOORS
Family Owl Walk
Thursday, Nov. 3 - 6 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
Sponsored by The Institute. Dave Graff will lead the walk, preceded by a brief introduction to owls. During several stops, the group will pause and listen to various owls, including the great horned owl, the barred owl and the screech owl. Dress for the weather. Boots or sturdy shoes are suggested. Flashlights are permitted; however, participants will be asked to turn them off during the walk. Free. Space is limited to 16 participants and registration is required. To register, email dave@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
Friday, Nov. 4
CLASS
Stories from Our Community Storytelling Institute: 'Once (Again) Upon a Time'
Friday, Nov. 4 - 7 p.m.
Hagerstown Community College
Kepler Theater
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Local storyteller Adam Booth will kick off the Bridging the Antietam Institute. Join him as he goes on a "journey" around the mountains and hollers of Appalachia through folklore and stories. Free. For information and to register, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/bridgingantietam.
EXHIBIT
'Cityscapes'
Continues through Sunday, Nov. 27 - Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m.
Mansion House Art Center and Gallery
480 Highland Ave.
City Park
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members' exhibit on the theme "Cityscapes." Free. Call 301-797-2867 or go to Valleyartassoc.org or www.facebook.com/valleyartassociation.Hagerstown.Md.
Art in the Hallway
Continues through November
Meritus Medical Center
Area between the hospital's main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Artwork by Chris Shingler will be on display and for sale. Sales are handled at the Meritus gift shop with a portion of the proceeds donated to Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary.
'Color of 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.; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Joseph Holston leads his audience through four movements that deepen our understanding of America's Black enslaved people's experience. Free. Call 301-739-5727 or email drastelli@wcmfa.org.
The Spice of Life
Opening reception, Friday, Nov. 4 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Artists included in the exhibit include: Melissa Hook, Roberta Lula, Leslie McEntire, Mary Moores, Heidi O'Toole, Nancy Rehm, Kyle Vogel, Anita Williams, Amelie Lavenant Wink and Marti Yeager. Prophets of the Abstract Truth will provide music. Go to ArtsAllianceGW.org, gallery50_waynesboropa on Instagram or email contact@artsalliancegw.org.
The Artbarn in Amaranth — Farm to Easel Show
Continues through Sunday, Nov. 6 - Hours are Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Ice House
Corner of Independence and Mercer streets
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
The Artbarn in Amaranth is an artist residency program for urban artists. Call 304-258-2300 or go to www.macicehouse.org.
FUNDRAISER
Treasure Sale
Friday, Nov. 4 - 5 to 8 p.m., patron shopping event; Saturday, Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 6 - 1 to 3 p.m.; Tuesday, Nov. 8 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
City Park
Hagerstown
Discover new treasures. Friday, Nov. 4, patrons can shop before the event opens to the public, $30 admission, and the opportunity to buy raffle tickets for a watercolor by R. Benjamin Jones, raffle tickets cost $10. Free admission on Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday. Sunday fill a bag for $25; Tuesday fill a bag for $15. Registration for Friday's event is required; go to wcmfa.org/treasure-sale/.
Fall Fest
Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 5 - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Women's Club
31 S. Prospect St.
Hagerstown
Shop for unique, bargain-priced holiday decor items along with a limited supply of homemade soups, sandwiches and apple dumplings. Proceeds support the Women's Club's mission to provide low-cost housing for single women.
Meat Raffle
Friday, Nov. 4 - doors open, 5 p.m.; meal, 6 p.m.; raffle, 7 p.m.
South Mountain Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
Meat raffle and meal. $15 includes meal, 10 pack of tickets with five chances each round. Call 717-749-5733.
MUSIC
Prophets of the Abstract Truth
Friday, Nov. 4 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Free. Go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
An Evening with Natalie Grant and Bernie Herms
Friday, Nov. 4 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Natalie Grant and her husband, pianist Bernie Herms, perform. Tickets cost $35 to $55. Go to www.mdtheatre.org/natalie-grant or call 301-790-2000.
Jill Fulton and The Flying Matlocks
Friday, Nov. 4 - 9 to 11 p.m.
CJ's American Pub & Grill
487 E. King St.
Shippensburg, Pa.
Live music.
The Harry Chapin Band
Friday, Nov. 4 - 7:30 p.m.
New Spire Arts
15 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
The band includes original and new members who perform Chapin's most loved songs. $30 in advance; $35 at the door. Go to weinbergcenter.org/.
ONSTAGE
'The Winter's Tale'
Fridays, Nov. 4 and 11; Saturdays, Nov. 5 and 12; Wednesday, Nov. 9 - 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, Nov. 6 and 13 - 3 p.m.
Shepherd University
Reynolds Hall
109 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Rude Mechanicals Medieval and Renaissance Players will present William Shakespeare's Tragicomedy "The Winter's Tale." $7; free for Shepherd students and employees with a valid Rambler ID; $2 for all other students. For information, email bellzey@shepherd.edu.
'Murder on the Orient Express'
Continues through Sunday, Nov. 6 - Fridays and Saturday evenings and matinees on the first, third and fifth Sunday of each month
Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
5 Willowdale Drive
Frederick, Md.
Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer on the Orient Express. Based on the book by Agatha Christie. Fridays and Sundays, $54; $44, ages 12 and younger; Saturdays, $57; $47 ages 12 and younger. Go to www.wayoffbroadway.com/box-office or call 301-662-6600.
Saturday, Nov. 5
CLASS
Stories from Our Community Storytelling Institute: 'Once (Again) Upon a Time'
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 9:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Online sessions
Bridging the Antietam Institute will host online sessions from its "Stories from Our Community" event. Sessions include Bringing Community into the Classroom; Jonathan Street: Out of the Past; Ritchie Boy Secrets: How a Force of Immigrants and Refugees Helped Win WWII; and George Swearingen: Sheriff, Husband, Murderer. Free. For information and to register, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/bridgingantietam.
'Resources and Resourcefulness: The Give and Take of Humans and Nature'
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 1:30 to 4 p.m.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
John Brown Museum lyceum
Shenandoah Street
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and the Harpers Ferry Park Association will host writer, poet and teaching artist Nancy Cook as an artist-in-residence for a free creative writing workshop. Participants will create theme-connected pieces, including literary or flash essays, braided poems and fragmented prose. They will engage in guided writing exercises and group discussions as they explore how to find inspiration in Harpers Ferry's stories. To register, go to www.harpersferryhistory.org/fall-2022-artist-residence-workshops.
FAMILY
Cruise-in
Saturday, Nov. 5 - noon to 4 p.m.
Byron Memorial Park
11 Park Road
Williamsport
Toys for Tots Cruise-in. 50/50 drawing. Call 301-573-1501 or email jmb@myactv.net.
Cider-Making Demonstration
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Roeder's White Hall Tavern in Lower Town
171 Shoreline Drive
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Learn how people in the 19th century preserved the fall apple harvest. Park entrance fee applies. Call 304-535-6029 or go to www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm.
Dinner with the Ancestors Reservation Deadline
RSVP is required by Saturday, Nov. 5; dinner is Tuesday, Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m.
Unity of Hagerstown Upstairs Fellowship Hall
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Gathering and directions will be explained at 6:15 p.m. Those who RSVP and provide an email to support@safrianna.com can receive directions and the buffet menu in advance. A full vegan ritual supper with multiple options available including some gluten free begins at 6:30 p.m. Candles will be provided or bring your own to honor your ancestors or passed loved ones. $35. Payment can be made to Unity of Hagerstown via cash, check or Zelle at UnityHagerstown@live.com. For information, email support@safrianna.com or go to www.unityhagerstown.org/dinner-ancestors.
FUNDRAISER
All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Potomac Valley Fire Co.
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
Pancakes, sausage gravy, chipped beef gravy, sausage links, scrambled eggs, coffee, juice and milk. $9; free for children 11 and younger. Proceeds benefit Potomac Valley Fire Co.
'Portraits for Paws' Art Auction and Pet Adoption Event
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Humane Society of Washington County
13011 Maugansville Road
Hagerstown
The Humane Society of Washington County is marking the end of its Centennial Celebration by partnering with North Hagerstown High School for an art fundraiser, "Portraits for Paws," a student art auction and shelter adoption event. More than 50 North Hagerstown High School students will have their artwork on display and available for bidding. Students will offer children's face painting and pet caricature drawings in exchange for a donation to HSWC. Visitors can bring a printed photo of their pet or show a photo on their cell phone and receive a caricature drawing. Several students will also do live artwork by painting portraits of available shelter animals. Artwork not sold will remain on display at the shelter through Saturday, Nov. 12, and can be purchased for $20. HSWC also will offer $25 off all cat and dog adoption fees on Nov. 5. Adoption center hours that day are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; closed from noon to 1 p.m. for animal's nap time.
Charlie Mundey Memorial Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 4 to 7 p.m.
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
601 Washington Ave.
Hagerstown.
All-you-can-eat spaghetti with salad and applesauce, bread sticks and beverages. $10 for ages 12 and older; $5 for ages 11 and younger. Desserts will be offered by donation. Takeout is available. The proceeds will benefit renovations to the parsonage. For tickets, call 443-880-0263.
MUSIC
Joanne Shaw Taylor
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 8 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Songs from her latest studio release "The Blues Album." Tickets cost $39 to $79. Go to www.mdtheatre.org/taylor or call 301-790-2000.
Jill Fulton Band
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 3 to 6 p.m.
Prohibition Hub
28 S. Potomac St., Level B
Hagerstown
The National String Symphonia
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 4 p.m.
New Spire Arts
15 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
The orchestra's repertoire spans nearly 500 years. $36.75; $16.73 for students plus fees. https://weinbergcenter.org/book-online/96002/ or call 301-600-2828.
ONSTAGE
A 'Tellebration' of Story
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Hagerstown Community College
Student Center
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Antietam Storytelling Guild will conclude its Bridging the Antietam Institute with "A 'Tellebration' of Story." Free. For information and to register, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/bridgingantietam.
Baby Shark Live!: 2022 Splash Tour
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 2 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Baby Shark and Pinkfong journey into the sea to sing and dance. Tickets cost $29 to $59. For tickets, go to tinyurl.com/4wun7xft or call 717-477-7469.
OUTDOORS
Autumn Tree Identification Field Trip
Saturday, Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. to noon
Ferry Hill
Md. 34 right before the bridge
Sharpsburg
Herb Peddicord will lead a fall tree identification field trip on the Ferry Hill Trail across the Potomac River from Sharpsburg. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Free. Registration is required; go to https://www.potomacaudubon.org/event/autumn-tree-identification-field-trip-3/.
Guided Walking Tours of Antietam Battlefield from the Newcomer House
Saturday, Nov. 5 - hikes at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Join former National Park Service ranger Matthew Penrod for a guided walking tour covering the Middle Bridge part of the Battle of Antietam. Following the Tidball Trail, Penrod's talk will encompass all the history of the Newcomer House and the surrounding area as well as the battle. Call 240-308-1740 or email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
Sunday, Nov. 6
MUSIC
Waynesboro Community Concert Association
Sunday, Nov. 6 - 3 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
Oyer Auditorium
550 E. Second St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Empire Trio will present "Hooray for Hollywood." $25. For tickets and information about season tickets, go to www.waynesboropaconcerts.org, or purchase at the door. Students from kindergarten through high school may attend free; students through eighth grade must be accompanied by an adult.
OUTDOORS
Investigating Owls — Dissecting Owl Pellets
Sunday, Nov. 6 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve Nature Center
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Allen Miller, certified Master Naturalist, will share his knowledge of "all things owls." Participants will learn about owls and their diets from a hands-on opportunity to dissect owl pellets. $5. To register, go to https://tinyurl.com/y32m5wby. For information email adultprograms@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
FAMILY
Spirit Bear Pow-Wow
Sunday, Nov. 6 - noon to 6 p.m.
Shepherd University Wellness Center
164 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
In celebration of Native American month, experience this traditional Native American gathering. Indian tacos and Native American crafts will be available for sale.Silent auction of Native American crafts, including some vintage items. The public is invited for music, dancing and food. $5; free for children 11 and younger and Shepherd students. For group rates or donations, email Katherine Hutson at bearandhawk@gmail.com.
Tuesday, Nov. 7
LECTURE
McCauley Lecture: 'Black Men in the Union Army at Antietam'
Monday, Nov. 7 - 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Branch Washington County Free Library
100 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Author-historian Emilie Amt will speak. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Go to tinyurl.com/ycy6br6h.
Tuesday, Nov. 8
ONSTAGE
'The Nutcracker'
Tuesday, Nov. 8 - 7:30 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
The State Ballet Theater of Ukraine presents "The Nutcracker." $45 to $75. For tickets, go to https://tinyurl.com/ytt764yp or call 717-477-7469.
Wednesday, Nov. 9
LECTURE
The Many Sources of Plastic Pollution
Wednesday, Nov. 9 - 7 to 8:30 p .m.
Hospice of the Panhandle Education Center
330 Hospice Lane
Kearneysville, W.Va.
The November monthly program will feature Julie Prevratil and Lindsay Amsberry who will discuss the many sources of plastic pollution — from litter to our washing machines — and how it impacts water in local streams all the way to the deepest parts of the ocean. Topics include the history of plastic usage, effects on marine animals, efforts of organizations and what individuals can do. For information, go to tinyurl.com/5n7u6zvj.
'Hearts Torn Asunder: Trauma in the Civil War's Final Campaign in North Carolina'
Wednesday, Nov. 9 - 7 p.m.
Shepherdstown Public Library
145 Higbee Lane
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Historian Ernest Dollar will discuss his book, which recounts the events and impact of the Civil War's chaotic finale on soldiers and civilians and how it shaped the rest of their lives. Sponsored by Shepherd University's George Tyler Moore Center for the Study of the Civil War. Free and open to the public.
ONSTAGE
'Swan Lake'
Wednesday, Nov. 9 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine returns to North America to perform "Swan Lake." $45 to $65. For tickets, call 301-790-2000 or go to www.mdtheatre.org/swan-lake.
Thursday, Nov. 10
LECTURE
'Unraveling the Past'
Thursday, Nov. 10 - 6 p.m.
Via Zoom
Washington County County Museum of Fine Arts will sponsor Genealogist Renate Yarbough as she discusses the challenges involved in tracing African-American family history and offer concrete tips on how to begin your research. Free. To register for the Zoom link, call 301-739-5727, email drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to www.wcmfa.org.
MUSIC
United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants
Friday, Nov. 10 - 7 p.m.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
The official symphonic wind ensemble of the United States Air Force, featuring 52 active duty airman musicians. Free; tickets required. Go to weinbergcenter.org/shows/usaf-concert-band-and-singing-sergeants/ or call 301-600-2828.
ONSTAGE
'Fiddler on the Roof'
Thursday, Nov. 10 - 7:30 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Tickets cost $59 to $79. For tickets, go to www.luhrscenter.com/event/fiddler-on-the-roof/ or call 717-477-7469.
Friday, Nov. 11
FUNDRAISER
All-You-Can-Eat Slippery Pot Pie Dinner
Preorder deadline Friday, Nov. 11; eat-in dinner and pick up Friday, Nov. 18 - 4 to 7 p.m.
Ringgold Ruritan Club
14247 Windy Haven Road
Smithsburg
Slippery ham and turkey pot pie dinner, includes applesauce, cole slaw, roll, drink and dessert. Take-out meals are available as well as pot pie by the quart. Preorder pot pie by the quart by texting or calling 301-991-7418 or through the Ringgold Ruritan Club Facebook page by Friday, Nov. 11.
HEALTH
Caring for the Caregiver Resource Fair
Friday, Nov. 11 - 10 a.m. to 2:30 p .m.
The EM Tobias Family Center Atrium
324 E. Antietam St.
Hagerstown
Caring for the Caregiver Resource Fair will be held in the exhibit hall from 10 am. to 2:30 p.m. The schedule includes welcoming remarks from 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.; Caregiving: You are not Alone presented by Cheryl Scrivener, licensed massage therapist; free boxed lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Navigating Legal and Financial Aspects of Caregiving presented by Jeanne Singer, CPA, JD from 1 to 2 p.m. Free; register at www.brooklane.org to be included in the lunch count.
LECTURE
Culture and Cocktails: Hagerstown Centenarian Houses that Came in a Box
Friday, Nov. 11 - 6 p.m.; doors open at 5:30 p.m. and light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Mike Sokol will share his passion for Sears and Roebuck kit homes. The featured cocktail is The Southside, a minty cocktail with the balance of savory and sweet. $15; $10 for members. Call 301-797-8782. For tickets, go to https://tinyurl.com/e7v9nae6.
MUSIC
Forever Young presents God Bless America, Again
Friday, Nov. 11 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre Ballroom
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Forever Young Music (Dale and Kip Young) will present a multimedia music tribute to veterans and those who are serving in the armed forces past and present. $25 plus fees. For tickets, go to www.mdtheatre.org/forever-young#bless or call 301-790-2000.
The Guess Who
Friday, Nov. 11 - 7:30 p.m.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Founding member and original drummer/songwriter Garry Peterson is joined onstage by veteran musicians keyboard player/flutist Leonard Shaw, lead guitarist Will Evankovich, bass legend Rudy Sarzo, and lead vocalist/guitarist Derek Sharp. Tickets cost $49 to $90. For tickets, go to weinbergcenter.org/shows/the-guess-who/ or call 301-600-2828.
VETERANS DAY
Sharpsburg Veterans Day Ceremony
Friday, Nov. 11 - 11 a.m.
Sharpsburg Square
Antietam Unit 236 American Legion Auxiliary will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony. The ceremony will include keynote speaker Antietam National Battlefield Park Ranger and Marine Corps veteran Jess Rowley, Michael Clopper Post 10 American Legion Honor Guard, Boonsboro High School chorus, saxophone soloist Mike Lushbaugh and Sharpsburg Elementary School fourth-grade students. Veterans in attendance will receive a small token of appreciation.
Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
Friday, Nov. 11 - 11 a.m.; music at 10:30 a.m.
Washington County Court House
24 Summit Ave.
Hagerstown
Morris Frock Unit 42, American Legion Auxiliary will host its Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony. Landon Grove, director and curator of Fort Ritchie Museum, will speak. Music will be presented by Kip Young of Forever Young and the New Horizons Band of Hagerstown. A reception will follow at the Post Home at 405 Northern Avenue, Hagerstown.
Veterans Day Parade
Friday, Nov. 11 - 9:30 a.m.
Lincoln Way from Fifth Avenue to the square
Chambersburg, Pa.
Cumberland Valley 21 Day Retreat hosts the annual Veterans Day Parade.
StoryCorps: Veterans Day Edition
Friday, Nov. 11 - 8 a.m. to noon
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
217 E. Baltimore St.
Greencastle, Pa.
The Greencastle-Antrim High School Blue Devil Scholars hosts. Students will interview local residents about their service, a relative or a memorable Greencastle service member. The recordings will be featured on Facebook and an upcoming website. To schedule an interview, call Meagan Brockway at 301-991-5632 or email mbrockway@gcasd.org.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Friday, Nov. 11 - 11 a.m.
Greencastle-Antrim Veterans Monument and Memorial
Greencastle Borough Hall
60 N. Washington St.
Greencastle, Pa.
Col. Michael Berriman, a student at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pa., will be the speaker. The program is sponsored by Frank L. Carbaugh American Legion Post 373 and Harry D. Zeigler VFW Post 6319.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: There are plenty of things to do near Hagerstown and Franklin County.
