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, April 27
CLASS
Intro to Culinary Mushroom Cultivation
Shepherd University's Tabler Farm
482 Billmyer Mill Road
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Thursday, April 27 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch included)
For anyone interested in agriculture. Workshop led by Jared Urchek will focus on starting a mushroom business. From materials to best practices, participants will leave with the knowledge needed to get started. Offered by Shepherd University's Agricultural Innovation Center at Tabler Farm. $10 ($5 for students, free for veterans). Go to https://www.shepherd.edu/suaic-2023-workshop-series/. Call 304-876-5000.
EXHIBITS
Atypical Art & Design Show 2023
Thursday, April 27 - 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Media Center (stadium entrance)
North Hagerstown High School
1200 Pennsylvania Ave.
Hagerstown
Paintings, drawings, ceramics, photography and graphic design. Live music, food trucks, live art demonstrations, interactive art, children's paint-along at 6 p.m.; artwork sale, student art display, contest/community vote. Call 301-766-8238.
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.
Potomac River Artists Guild: April Fools
Through Tuesday, May 2 - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Washington County Arts Council
Suite 100
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Artistic expressions on paper, from realism to abstracts. Use A&E Parking Deck at 25 Renaissance Way. Main entrance off third level (Potomac St.). Virtual exhibit available online at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Go to https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/april-2023. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
Pictures of Poets
Through Sunday, April 30 - to schedule a time to view the exhibit, call 717-328-6206 or email carettis@mercersburg.edu
Burgin Center for the Arts' Cofrin Gallery
Mercersburg Academy
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, Pa.
Photography by Dean Davis. QR codes are displayed with each image, connecting the viewer to the poet reading his or her poetry. For entire online collection, go to picturesofpoets.com.
Art in the Hallway
Through Sunday, April 30
Hallway between Meritus' main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
Meritus Medical Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
A collaboration of the Valley Art Association and Meritus Medical Center. Works by artist Donna Ashbaugh 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.
Fabric Arts Exhibition
Through Sunday, April 30 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday
Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Exhibit by The Sisterhood of the Thimble, a local quilt group. Go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com or call 304-725-6227.
HCC Spring Student Art Exhibit & Ensemble
Thursday, April 27 - opening reception 4 to 7 p.m.; exhibit continues through Friday, May 5 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily
Kepler Center
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Artwork from students enrolled in the visual arts studio courses and musical performances from HCC's Guitar Ensemble and Contemporary Music Ensemble. Hosted by the HCC Student Art League. Free. Call 240-500-2221 or email mayaukey@hagerstowncc.edu.
FAMILY
18th-Century Market Fair
Thursday, April 27, through Saturday, April 29 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, April 30 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fort Frederick State Park
11100 Fort Frederick Road
Big Pool
Vendors will sell reproduced 18th-century wares. Entertainers and street peddlers. Breakfast and lunch available. Four-day pass (available Thursday only): $15 adults, $6 ages 6 to 12; day pass: $5 adults, $2 ages 6 to 12; free for 5 and younger, active-duty military, Maryland National Guard and veterans. Go to friendsoffortfrederick.info/market_fair.html. Call 301-842-2155 or email info@friendsoffortfrederick.info.
FUNDRAISER
AAUW Book Sale
Thursday, April 27 - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, April 28 - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday, April 29 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($5 a bag)
AAUW Hagerstown Chapter
820 Florida Ave.
Hagerstown
The American Association of University Women Hagerstown Chapter's annual book sale. All proceeds benefit scholarships for local women pursuing college/university degrees.
LECTURE
Let's Talk Art
Thursday, April 27 - 6 p.m.
Online
Director Sarah Hall and Agnita M. Stine Schreiber Curator Daniel Fulco will discuss the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts' new acquisitions. Free. Register in advance for link. Contact Donna Rostelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
MUSIC
Michael Winograd & the Honorable Mentshn
Thursday, April 27 - doors open 7 p.m., performance at 7:30 p.m.
The Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Klezmer music — a traditional style of the Eastern European Jewish diaspora. Spiritual melodies and boisterous dance influences. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. For tickets, go to shepherdstownoperahouse.thundertix.com/events/211712. Call 304-876-3704.
The Collingsworth Family
Thursday, April 27 - 7 p.m.
Luhrs Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Family gospel group. $30 or $55. Go to luhrscenter.com/event/the-collingsworth-family/ or call 717-477-7469.
ONSTAGE
Curtains
Through Sunday, April 30 - Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2:30 p.m.
The Old Opera House
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Rated PG. Musical comedy set in 1959 Boston. An actress dies on stage and the entire cast and crew are suspects. $22 adults, $19 ages 65 and older, $15 ages 17 and younger. For tickets, call 304-725-4420 or go to oldoperahousetheatrecompany.csstix.com.
The Importance of Being Earnest
Thursday, April 27, through Saturday, April 29 - 7 p.m.
Boonsboro High School
10 Campus Ave.
Boonsboro
Presented by Boonsboro High School Drama. In early 20th-century New York, two men unwittingly assume the same identity and find it impossible to marry the women of their choice. Directed by Michael J. Bair. Student producers are Scout Creter and Abby Wood. $5. Call 301-766-8022 or email BairMic@wcps.k12.md.us.
Friday, April 28
EXHIBITS
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.
Native Plants & Pollinators
Through Sunday, April 30 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays
The Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
480 Highland Ave. (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Valley Art Association members exhibit. Free. Go to https://valleyartassoc.org/ or call 301-797-2867.
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.
MUSIC
The Loose Screws
Friday, April 28 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Jazz. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
MSO Side-by-Side Concert
Friday, April 28 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Student musicians from across the region perform alongside The Maryland Symphony Orchestra. Elizabeth Schulze, conductor. Available for purchase exclusively through Eventbrite. Seating is general admission only on the orchestra level. $10. Go to eventbrite.com/e/mso-side-by-side-concert-tickets-601517794917. Call 301-797-4000.
Spring Music Concert
Friday, April 28 - 7:30 p.m.
Center for the Arts’ Simon Theatre
Mercersburg Academy
Mercersburg, Pa.
Featuring Mercersburg Academy's Concert Band, Chorale, and String Ensemble. Free. Tickets are not required, and reservations can be made in advance. Email reservations@mercersburg.edu with the number of tickets requested.
ONSTAGE
Cinderella
Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29 - 7:30 p.m.
Williamsport High School
5 S. Clifton Drive
Williamsport
Student musical. $12 for adults, $8 for students/children, seniors and members of the military. For tickets, go to WHSMusicalTix.ludus.com. Call 301-766-8423.
Whose Live Anyway
Friday, April 28 - 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Comedy with improv artists Ryan Stiles and Greg Proops, both seen on TV's "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"; Jeff B. Davis and Joel Murray. $59, $69. For tickets, go to luhrscenter.com/event/whose-live-anyway/. Call 717-477-7469.
Chicago
Friday, April 28, and Saturday, April 29 - 8 p.m.; Sunday, April 30 - 2 p.m.
Kepler Theater
Hagerstown Community College
11512 Kepler Drive
Hagerstown
Musical. HCC theater students and members of the local theater community. $15 general admission; $12 students ages 6 and older, and senior citizens; free for HCC students, faculty and staff, as well as children ages 5 and younger. For tickets, go to hcckepler.square.site/product/chicago-tickets/52. Call 240-500-2000.
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.
OUTDOORS
Crime Victims' Rights Awareness Color Splash Walk
Friday, April 28 - 3 p.m.
Fairgrounds Park
351 N. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
For everyone. Walk the one-mile trail individually or as a team and be powdered with different colors. Walkers are encouraged to carry homemade signs and posters representing crime victim awareness. Wear a white shirt and sunglasses. Free. Email Danielle Staley, Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network Coordinator for Washington County, at dstaley@hagerstownpd.org.
Saturday, April 29
CLASS
Making Photographic Portraits in Natural Light
Saturday, April 29 - 2 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in the City Park)
Hagerstown
Led by Cumberland Valley Photographers exhibition first-place winner Jillian Abir MacMaster. Bring camera or phone for a hands-on workshop. $60 ($50 members). Register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
FAMILY
Shepherdstown May Celebration
Saturday, April 29 - noon to 1 p.m.
McMurran Hall
Shepherd University
102 S. King St. (German Street)
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Activities originating from traditional British May customs. Maypole, musicians, dancers, actors, plays, poets, maidens dressed in spring attire. Performances by Shepherdstown Piping Collective, Ladies in White, the May Orchestra. Laura First will serve as mistress of ceremonies. Morris cake served for good luck and fertility in the coming year. Go to www.smad.us, email upperpotomac@gmail.com or call 304-263-2531.
13th Annual Fly Caster's Rendezvous
Saturday, April 29 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
River Bottom Park
142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport
Phil Gay and Dave Cleaves discuss oval casting and double hauling. Instruction for first-time fly casters(equipment provided) as well as experienced casters (obstacle instruction with coaching and Tenkara instruction and pey casting instruction — bring one or two-handed rod and waders). Accuracy contests. Outdoors, rain or shine. In case of a wind advisory the event will be canceled. Lunch available (about $6 delivered by Lotus Moon Café). Coffee, water and doughnuts provided. $25 ($20 FFI members), free for children ages 14 and younger if with an adult. Admission includes a dozen flies and entry into a drawing for a $100 gift certificate to the Beaver Creek Fly Shop. Hosted by Antietam Fly Anglers. Call 301-739-3336 (no texts) or email bob2soni3@myactv.net.
Sakura Matsuri: A Japanese Spring Festival
Saturday, April 29 - 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; evening activities start at 7 p.m.
Morgan Arts Council's Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Nature Haiku walk led by Eddy Rubin, followed by participatory origami and calligraphy at 10 a.m.; origami and calligraphy participatory demonstrations by Amanda Solo and Hiroko Rubin from noon to 2 p.m.; Bobby Seigetsu Avstreih presents Folktales of Old Japan for children from 2 to 3 p.m.; and Jane Frenke teaches a class on Shibori dyeing (advance registration is required) from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Beginning at 7 p.m., Japanese tea ceremony demonstration by Hiroko Rubin, Japanese sword dance performance by Tadashi Kato, Shakuhachi (flute) meditation and folktales of old Japan with Bobby Seigetsu Avstreih, and Japanese Taiko drumming by Kurt Griffith and Shango Mountain Taiko. Free. Call 304-258-2300. Go to www.macicehouse.org.
Gordon's Grocery 100-Year Anniversary Block Party
Saturday, April 29 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Gordon's Grocery
101 Cypress St.
Hagerstown
DJ Mike Schultz, two bounce houses, Fireside Pizza truck, free samples of Gordon's goodies, beer truck and more. Cypress Street will be closed for the event. Call 301-739-2957.
Four State Comic Con
Saturday, April 29, and Sunday, April 30 - 11 a.m.
ARCC
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Vendors, celebrities, artists, authors, cosplayers. Celebrate comics, movies, TV, art, reading and general pop culture. General admission ticket includes one child (10 or younger) admitted free. Go to www.fourstatecon.com/buy-hagerstown-tickets-1 for ticket prices: $18 weekend admission, $12 Saturday admission, $10 Sunday admission, $5 extra child pass. Ticket prices at the door: $25 weekend admission, $5 HCC student price per day, $15 Saturday admission, $12 Sunday admission, $5 extra child pass.
Annual Spring Car Show
Saturday, April 29 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain date is Sunday, April 30)
Rohrersville Ruritan
21023 Rohrersville School Road
Rohrersville
Classic cars, trucks, motorcycles and jeeps. Raffles, 50/50, food. Car registration begins at 9 a.m. with a $10 fee; awards presented at 1:30 p.m. Contact Cindy Smith at 301-302-6253 or clsmith60@myactv.net.
Family Foraging Event
Saturday, April 29 - 5 to 7 p.m.
Cool Spring Preserve
1469 Lloyd Road
Charles Town, W.Va.
Hosted by the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Forage the forest for a natural dinner. Join PVAS youth program team members Laurel Schwartz and Ellie George to hunt for wild edibles, including onion grass, garlic mustard, cattail, red bud flowers and dandelions. Try a couple of recipes. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/forest-foraging-dinner, email info@potomacaudubon.org or call 681-252-1387.
FUNDRAISERS
Taste of Vegas
Saturday, April 29 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Elmwood Farm Bed and Breakfast
16311 Kendle Road
Williamsport
For ages 21 and older. A casino night benefit fundraiser for the Discovery Station. $40 in advance ($50 at the door), includes light food, casino games with funny money, live music by Staff Infection, dancing, tip jars, 50/50s and more. Go to eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-vegas-casino-night-fundraiser-tickets-456285711847. Call 301-790-0076.
Bella Notte: Disney Dreams and Dinner
Saturday, April 29 - 5 to 8 p.m.
Martinsburg High School cafeteria
701 S. Queen St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Performances by MHS Jazz Band, Steel Drum Band and special guests Bassell Franks and Antonio Underwood. Dinner includes spaghetti, salad, breadsticks and dessert. $10. Proceeds benefit Martinsburg Bulldog Band. Email cerogers@k12.wv.us. Call 304-267-3538.
Seeds of Hope Gala
Saturday, April 29 - 6:30 p.m.
St. Leo Roman Catholic Church
2109 Sulphur Springs Road
Inwood, W.Va.
All proceeds benefit Saint Joseph School in Martinsburg, W.Va. Annual auction and benefit dinner. $75 per person, includes dinner, beer and wine. For tickets, go to https://www.silentauctionpro.com/onlineticketpurchase.php?groupld=586. Call 304-267-6447.
Spring Cash Bash
Saturday, April 29 - gates open at 10 a.m. (canopies can be set up the night before)
South Mountain Fire Department
11207 Loop Road
Fayetteville, Pa.
For ages 18 and older. Tickets are $10, includes food and beverages. Coolers permitted (no glass containers). Proceeds benefit the fire department. Call 717-749-5733.
MUSIC
Brad Munn
Saturday, April 29 - 4 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Classic country, bluegrass, folk, blues. Call 301-824-5210. Go to redheiferwinery.com.
Brews and Tunes: Karaoke
Saturday, April 29 - 7 to 10 p.m.
Rough Edges
91 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Call 717-655-7402, email roughedgesbrewing@gmail.com or go to roughedgesbrewing.com.
Mercersburg Area Community Chorus
Saturday, April 29, and Sunday, April 30 - 4 p.m.
Irvine Memorial Chapel
Mercersburg Academy
100 Academy Drive
Mercersburg, Pa.
Soloists include Tad Ennen, baritone; Meghan Kasanders, soprano; Dawn Pierce, mezzo-soprano; and Gran Wilson, Tenor. Free. Call 717-261-0112 or go to mercersburgchorus.org.
Top of the World: A Carpenters Tribute
Saturday, April 29 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Fronted by singer Debbie Taylor. $44 to $54. Go to mdtheatre.org/carpenters. Call 301-790-2000.
Jill Fulton & The Flying Matlocks
Saturday, April 29 - 7 to 9 p.m.
633 Brewing
Suite 106
118 Walnut St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Classic rock, country and blues. Call 717-387-5818. Go to 633brewing.com.
ONSTAGE
The Pout-Pout Fish
Saturday, April 29 - 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Luhrs Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Musical featuring puppets and live performers in a sweeping oceanic adventure. $20 adults, $15 ages 17 and younger. Go to luhrscenter.com/enent/the-pout-pout-fish/. Call 717-477-7469.
Sunday, April 30
CLASS
Native Flute Playshop with Amand and Angelina
Sunday, April 30 - 1 p.m.
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
18313 Lappans Road
Boonsboro
Learn the basics of playing the native flute. Flutes available. Presented by Unity of Hagerstown. $20. Go to www.unityhagerstown.org, email unityhagerstown@live.com or call 240-409-5940.
FUNDRAISERS
Hagerstown Lions Club Cash and Prize Bingo
Sunday, April 30 - doors open at 1 p.m., games begin at 2 p.m.
Knights of Columbus Hall
20340 Leitersburg Pike
Hagerstown
Special games, raffles, pull tabs, 50/50 drawing. Food, drinks and homemade desserts available. Tickets $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Call 301-393-9333. Proceeds benefit Lions' projects.
TV Characters Bowl for Kids' Sake
Sunday, April 30 - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (decide on a one-hour time slot and email t.kline@bbbswcmd.org or call 301-447-0028)
Turner's Dual Lanes
1350 Dual Hwy.
Hagerstown
$30 minimum pledge for each bowler, includes fountain drink or coffee and a T-shirt (while supplies last). Tenpin and duckpin lanes available. One to six people on a team. Bowling and shoes are free with completed sponsor sheet. Door prizes. Cash raffle. Bring sponsor sheets and report to the check-in table to register. Collected pledges are due on day of event. Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washington County. Email t.kline@bbbswcmd.org or call 301-447-0028.
Las Vegas Vacation Drawing
Sunday, April 30 - 7 p.m.
Facebook Live
A trip for two, includes airfare and hotel accommodations up to $2,500 and $500 cash to spend. Second place prize is $250. Third place prize is $100. Tickets are $10 each. Call 717-749-5733. Drawing presented by South Mountain Volunteer Fire and EMS Department through Vacation Specialist at Dream Vacations. Proceeds benefit the fire department.
MUSIC
Ted Casper
Sunday, April 30 - 4 p.m.
Red Heifer Winery
12840 Red Heifer Winery Lane
Smithsburg
Blend of music. Call 301-824-5210. Go to redheiferwinery.com.
Scotty McCreery
Sunday, April 30 - 6:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Country artist. $59 to $129. Go to mdtheatre.org/mccreery. Call 301-790-2000.
Shippensburg Band's Annual Spring Concert
Sunday, April 30 - 2:30 p.m.
Church of the Brethren
253 E. Garfield St.
Shippensburg, Pa.
Free, donations accepted. Go to www.shipband.org.
OUTDOORS
Spring Family Hike on the Appalachian Trail
Sunday, April 30 - 1 to 3 p.m.
The meeting place for the hike will be sent after registration.
Guided hike for families with children ages 7 and older. Part of The Institute's Naturalist Discovery Series. Free. Advance registration is required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org. Email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org. Call 717-762-0373.
Walking Tour of Rose Hill Cemetery: Spanish-American War Notable Figures
Sunday, April 30 - 2 to 3:30 p.m. (gather inside the front gate of the cemetery)
Rose Hill Cemetery
600 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Join the Washington County Historical Society for a unique walking tour. In observance of the 125th anniversary of the Spanish American War, local historian Stephen Bockmiller will give a tour of the graves of notable figures buried at Rose Hill. Parking is limited, so parking on Potomac Street is encouraged. $10. Go to eventbrite.com/o/washington-county-historical-society-10756097296. Call 301-797-8782.
SPECIAL EVENT
Franklin County Spring Pour Trail Bus Tour
Sunday, April 30 - 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center
15 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Day-long tour includes beer cocktails, beer flights at each brewery, wine tasting and full pours of cider or beer along with breakfast, lunch and charcutier. Tour starts and ends at Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center. Hosted by Franklin County Visitors Bureau. $85. Go to eventbrite.com/e/franlin-county-spring-pour-trail-bus-tour-tickets-598406107777, or call 717-552-2977 or 866-646-8060.
Monday, May 1
EXHIBIT
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.
FAMILY
Ruth Ann Dean Memorial Birdathon
Monday, May 1, to Sunday, May 7 - any time
Stauffer's Marsh Nature Preserve
4069 Back Creek Valley Road
Hedgesville, W.Va.
A friendly birding competition. Teams count as many birds of as many species as possible at the preserve in a one-week period. To participate, gather friends and family to form a team of up to four participants. Pick a day and time (or multiple days and times) between May 1-7 to meet to count birds at the preserve. Keep track of both number of species and number of birds observed. Use eBird and email to KC Walters at Katelyn@PotomacAudubon.org. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/birdathon-2 for details. Call 681-252-1387.
MOVIE
Traveling While Black
Monday, May 1 - 10 a.m.
Luhrs Center
Shippensburg University
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
A film that transports viewers to historic Ben's Chili Bowl restaurant in Washington, D.C. through a 20-minute virtual reality experience. Several of Ben's patrons reflect on their experiences of restricted movement and race relations in the U.S. and the challenges minority travelers still face. Free, but reservations are required. Go to luhrscenter.com, email info@luhrscenter.com or call 717-477-SHOW.
Tuesday, May 2
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.
LECTURE
Planting an Herbal Container Garden
Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16 and 23 - 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.
Wednesday, May 3
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.
Thursday, May 4
EXHIBIT
St. Maria Goretti 4th Annual Student & Faculty Art Show
Thursday, May 4, 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 on Saturday, May 6, at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
FAITH
National Day of Prayer Service
Thursday, May 4 - 11 a.m. to noon
Greencastle Presbyterian Church
57 W. Baltimore St.
Greencastle, Pa.
Service sponsored by the Greencastle-Antrim Christian Women's Fellowship and the Greencastle-Antrim Ministerium. Music for the morning will be by Rod and Sonja Horner of Antrim Brethren in Christ Church. Call 717-597-8333.
FUNDRAISER
Golf Tournament
Thursday, May 4 - time of prayer from noon to 1 p.m. at Faith Christian Fellowship; golf tournament begins at 2:30 p.m.
Hagerstown Greens at Hamilton Run
2 S. Cleveland Ave.
Hagerstown
Meet at Faith Christian Fellowship Church, 16726 Lappans Road, Williamsport, for prayer. Lunch provided afterward at the church. Cost of nine-hole tournament is $50. To register, stop by the pro-shop or email rbwilliamsport@outlook.com. All proceeds go to the youth mission trip to Costa Rica this summer.
LECTURE
De-escalating Extremism through Education Training
Thursday, May 4, and Friday, May 5 - 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Berkeley County Sheriff's Office
510 S. Raleigh St.
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Hosted by Berkeley County Sheriff's Department. Amra Sabic-El-Rayess, a professor at Columbia University and a survivor of the Bosnian genocide, will provide stories of awareness and preventative practices that counter the narrative of hate and build resilient communities. Free. Seating is limited. Call 304-267-7000. Email BSullivan@BerkeleyWV.org.
Geology Program with Jeri Jones
Thursday, May 4 - 7 p.m.
Church of the Apostles
336 Barnett Ave.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Geologist Jeri Jones will discuss the rocks, topography and mineral resources east of South Mountain. Samples of minerals and fossils will be available. Hosted by The Institute in partnership with the Franklin County Rock and Mineral Club. Free. Go to natureandcultureinstitute.org. Email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org. Call 717-762-0373.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for Thursday, April 27
