What's NXT
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Sunday, July 9
MUSIC
Hagerstown Municipal Band
Sunday, July 9 - 7 p.m.
Hagerstown City Park band shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Features Evan Turner, tuba soloist. Patriotic tribute concert. Bring lawn chair, blanket. Free. Call 240-217-5070.
The U.S. 229th Army Band
Sunday, July 9 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Part of Red, White & Blue Concerts. Hosted by HCC Alumni Association. Concession stand open. No outside food or drink permitted. Lawn chairs and blankets permitted for lawn seating. Free. Go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/alumni-friends, email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.
Monday, July 10
FUNDRAISER
Mindy's Jewels
Monday, July 10, and Tuesday, July 11 - 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Meritus Medical Center main lobby
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings for sale. Sponsored by Meritus Medical Center Auxiliary Inc.
Wednesday, July 12
FAMILY
Music and Market
Wednesday, July 12 - 5 to 8 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Different Sisters perform classic rock, R&B, country, funk and jazz. Artisan vendor market. Beer garden. Kids games and activities. Free admission. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
LECTURE
Sugar Loaf Mountain: The Overlooked Confederate Intelligence Failure of the Maryland Campaign
Wednesday, July 12 - 7 p.m.
Jacob Rohrbach Inn (outside)
138 W. Main St.
Sharpsburg
Presented by Steve Stotelmyer. Part of Civil War Lecture Series, every Wednesday through Aug. 30. Bring a lawn chair. Free. Call 301-432-5079. Go to www.jacob-rohrbach-inn.com/blog/2023/01/2023-civil-war-lecture-series/.
Thursday, July 13
FAMILY
Saylor House — Open House and Tour, Ice Cream Social
Thursday, July 13 - 6 to 8 p.m. (speaker 7 p.m.)
Saylor House
Kiwanis Park
371 Dynasty Drive
Hagerstown
Presentation on the Saylor Family by Steve Hatleberg. Lemonade and snacks provided by The Conococheague Chapter DAR. Free, donations accepted. Call 301-797-8782.
Storytime at the Plaza
Thursday, July 13 - 10:30 a.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Storytelling by the Authentic Community Theatre in partnership with the Washington County Free Library. Games and activities. Hosted by the city of Hagerstown.
Trees Are Terrific!
Thursday, July 13 - 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
For children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Students will hike through the woods on Fox Crossing Trail, learn to identify several trees and create a booklet with drawings. Painting leaf art, tree poem and forest-themed games. Part of The Institute's outdoor Explore! Summer Programs for Kids. $10 ($8 Institute members). Advance registration and payment required. Go to www.NatureAndCultureInstitute.org, email info@natureandcultureinstitute.org or call 717-762-0373.
MUSIC
Sarah Chang — Classical Violinist
Thursday, July 13 - 7 p.m.
Luhrs Center
Shippensburg, Pa.
Bruch's violin concerto followed by Shippensburg Festival Orchestra performing Rachmaninoff's Symphonic Dances. Part of the Shippensburg Festival, annual summer series featuring international artists. $25 to $39 for July 13 show; or $80 to $120 for three-show package (includes July 13 concert, and Jurassic Park in Concert on July 20 and Broadway Lovers: Stars of stage and screen Richard Troxell and Melissa Errico on July 22). Go to luhrscenter.com. Call 717-477-7469.
HoBoLa
Thursday, July 13 - 7 to 8 p.m.
Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell
1 Washabaugh Way
Chambersburg, Pa.
Blues rock, classic rock, R&B. Family friendly. Part of the 2023 Summer Concert Series. Bring lawn chairs/blankets. Free. Go to http://www.borough.chambersburg.pa.us/rec_dep/memorial.php or call 717-261-3275.
Friday, July 14
EXHIBIT
Potomac River Artists Guild — Fine Art Show and Sale
Friday, July 14 - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (free opening reception 3 to 5 p.m.), Saturday, July 15 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, July 16 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shepherdstown Community Center
102 E. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Watercolors, oils, acrylics, multi-media abstracts. Art for every budget. Go to potomacriverartistsguild.org.
FAITH
Vacation Bible School
Friday, July 14 - 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 15 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Emmanuel United Methodist Church
802 Summit Ave.
Hagerstown
Theme is Knights of North Castle. Storytelling, crafts, music, recreation, snacks and Science Guy. To register, call 301-733-4720.
FUNDRAISERS
Friday Festival
Friday, July 14 - 5 p.m.
Shepherdstown Fire Department
8052 Martinsburg Pike
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Baked goods auction (6:30 p.m.), Chinese raffles, ice cream, festival food, car show (starts at 4 p.m.). Proceeds benefit the fire department. Call 304-876-6038, 304-876-6686 or 304-995-7435.
Cruise-In
Friday, July 14 - 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.
HEALTH
Community Wellness & Health Fair
Friday, July 14 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
McCleary Hill Community
12150 Granite Drive
Hagerstown
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.
LECTURE
Culture & Cocktails: The Restoration of the Ackerman-Pell Family Tall Case Clock
Friday, July 14 - doors open 5:30 p.m., lecture 6 to 8 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Presented by Ray Snouffer, clock restoration specialist and artist. This month's drink is the Island Time cocktail. Light hors d'oeuvres. $15 ($10 members). Go to washcohistory.org. Call 301-797-8782.
MOVIE
Thor: Love and Thunder
Friday, July 14 - pre-entertainment begins at 7 p.m., movie at dusk
Hagerstown City Park band shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Rated PG-13. 2022 American superhero film based on Marvel Comics. Bring lawn chairs, blankets. Free. Hosted by Hagerstown Parks and Recreation. Call 301-739-8577 ext. 169.
MUSIC
U.S. Navy Commodores
Friday, July 14 - 6:15 p.m.
Alumni Amphitheater
Hagerstown Community College
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Jazz and big band. Concessions available (no outside food permitted). Bring lawn chair. Part of annual Red, White and Blue Summer Concert Series. Sponsored by the HCC Alumni Association. Free. Call 240-500-2346 or email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu.
Kin Selection
Friday, July 14 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Classic country, bluegrass, modern pop. Free, donations appreciated. Email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
Friday Night Music Fest
Friday, July 14 - 6 to 9 p.m.
Across from Misty Meadow Farm and Creamery
14426 Misty Meadow Road
Ringgold
Rock/country by October Rose with opening act Mack Berry. Outdoor seating, bring chairs or blankets. Refreshments available. Admission by donation. Antietam Humane Society will receive net proceeds of entry donations and food sales. Call/text Rick Bibbee at 301-991-7799.
Saturday, July 15
BOOKS
The Way We Were II by Ann Hull and Carlton Bigler
Saturday, July 15 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Old Jail
175 E. King St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Hosted by The Franklin County Historical Society. The book includes photos of Franklin County from circa 1940 to the 1970s. The book will be available for purchase. The Old Jail will be open for tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a nominal fee. Go to www.franklinhistorical.org. Call 717-264-1667.
CLASS
Pine Needle Basketry
Saturday, July 15, and Sunday, July 16 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Inn Boonsboro courtyard
1 N. Main St.
Boonsboro
Led by artist Sarah Soltow. Make a basket to take home. Refreshments. $125, includes all materials. Register at www.giftsinnboonsboro.com or call 301-432-0090.
Bringing Beasts to Life
Saturday, July 15 - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive (in City Park)
Hagerstown
For students ages 13 to 19. Illustrate mythological creatures comic-book-style. Inspired by the exhibit Landscapes & Legends. $65 ($60 museum members). To register, contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org.
FAMILY
Museum and Village Scavenger Hunts
Saturday, July 15, and Sunday, July 16 - 1 to 4 p.m.
Washington County Agricultural Education Center
7313 Sharpsburg Pike (Md. 65 South)
Boonsboro
Children get 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.
Stone House History
Saturday, July 15 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Conococheague Institute
12995 Bain Road
Mercersburg, Pa.
For all ages. Jay and Leigh Ann demonstrate historic trades. Learn about life on the frontier. Free. Go to www.cimlg.org, call 717-328-2800 or email info@cimlg.org.
FUNDRAISERS
Music Swap Meet, Jam & Open Mic
Saturday, July 15 - swap/jam 2 p.m., open mic 5:30 p.m.
Sloan Music
263 Eastern Blvd. North
Hagerstown
Buy, sell, trade, jam. Kona Ice truck. Free admission. $10 to sell (bring your own table). Proceeds support music scholarships. Call 240-850-2925.
Annual Ice Cream Social & Book Sale
Saturday, July 15 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Blue Ridge Summit Free Library
13767 Monterey Lane
Blue Ridge Summit, Pa.
More than 6,000 books will be offered for sale, as well as audio books, DVDs and music CDs. T-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies and jackets available for purchase. Kids' activities. Whistle 5K Fun Run (8 a.m.; free, no prizes). Live music throughout the day. Food for sale. Free comedy magic show for all ages by Tim Cantner (10:30 a.m.). Silent auction, raffles. Vendors. Parking available. Proceeds benefit the library. Email brsmtnboard@gmail.com.
Bingo
Saturday, July 15 - doors open at noon, bingo at 2 p.m.
Shepherdstown Fire Department
8052 Martinsburg Pike
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Twenty-one game cash bingo. Call 304-876-2311.
MOVIE
Surviving the Hill
Saturday, July 15 - 6 to 10 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Concerns the continuing local battle with addiction. $15. Proceeds benefit the Washington Goes Purple scholarship fund. Organized by the Washington County Health Department. For tickets, go to https://wiynn.com/event/surviving-the-hill-movie-the-maryland-theatre/. Call 240-313-3310.
MUSIC
Lynn Routzahn
Saturday, July 15 - 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke's House Coffee and Chocolate
South End Shopping Center
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Call 240-203-8183.
A Cappella & Unplugged competition final round
Saturday, July 15 - 7 p.m.
Franklin County Courthouse (outside)
14 N. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Five finalists — Elijah Myers, Paul Minnich, Robert Twine, The RMS Experience and Marrisa Porter — will vie for the $500 grand prize. The winner will be chosen by the public with an in-person ballot and a text-in option. Bring a chair. Free. Hosted by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau. Go to ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com. Call 717-552-2977.
Trick Bag
Saturday, July 15 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Upper Stem Brewery
20150 Leitersburg Pike
Hagerstown
Blues, rock and folk. The Tap Room open from 1 to 8 p.m., food truck from 3 to 8 p.m. Call 301-848-9527.
The Cruisers
Saturday, July 15 - 7 p.m.
Shafer Park gazebo
37 Park Drive
Boonsboro
Classic rock, southern rock, 50's/60's and 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.
OUTDOORS
Summer Nature Journaling
Saturday, July 15 - 9 a.m. to noon
Poor House Farm Park (meet at lower parking lot)
233 Almshouse Road
Martinsburg, W.Va.
Hosted by Potomac Valley Audubon Society. Bring pencil and blank book, bug spray, a lawn chair and water. Free. Registration required. Go to www.potomacaudubon.org/event/summer-nature-journaling-at-poor-house-farm-park/, email wvdeana@hotmail.com or call 681-252-1387.
Sunday, July 16
FAITH
Taizé Service
Sunday, July 16 - 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.
FAMILY
Guided Walking Tour of the Middle Bridge Battle of Antietam
Saturday, July 16 - 10 to 11 a.m., and 1 to 2 p.m.
Newcomer House
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
Presented by former National Park Service ranger Matthew Penrod. Tidball Trail, history of the Newcomer House and surrounding area, and the battle. Bring water. Wear sturdy shoes. Part of Porch Programs at the Newcomer House. Call 240-308-1740 or email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
Clear Spring High School Alumni Museum
Sunday, July 16 - 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.
MUSIC
Hagerstown Municipal Band
Sunday, July 16 - 7 p.m.
Hagerstown City Park band shell
668 City Park Drive
Hagerstown
Features Hayden Cameron, trumpet soloist. Bring lawn chair, blanket. Free. Call 240-217-5070.
ONGOING EVENTS
EXHIBITS
Art in the Hallway
Through Monday, July 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 Lily Ramos 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.
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.
Triumph and The African American Experience
Continues through July 11 - Tuesday through Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; virtual exhibit available Saturday, June 10.
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St.
Suite 100
Hagerstown
Art show and exhibition. Features eight regional artists. Hosted by the Washington County Arts Council and the Doleman Black Heritage Museum. Use A&E Parking Deck, 25 Renaissance Way, Hagerstown. Free. Virtual exhibit available at https://www.youtube.com/@washcoarts. Call 301-791-3132 or email gallerymanager@washingtoncountyarts.com.
It's Just the Clay Talking
Continues through Sunday, July 23 - Thursday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Ice House
138 Independence St.
Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
Work by eight ceramic artists from Morgan County, W.Va.; Frederick, Md.; North Beach, Md. and Hancock. Presented by the Morgan Arts Council. Go to www.macicehouse.org or call 304-258-2300.
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.
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.
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
Summer Stories for Children
Every Wednesday through July 26 - 11 a.m. to noon
Red Run Park
12143 Buchanan Trail East
Waynesboro, Pa.
For pre-school and older children accompanied by an adult. Part of The Institute's "Summer Institute" programming for kids. Stories read by retired educators Kathy Helfrick and Jane Glenn. Free. Registration not required. Go to www.natureandcultureinstitute.org. Call 717-762-0373.
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.
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.
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. select Sundays (July 30 and 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 non-profit.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: What's NXT for July 9
