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, Oct. 13
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.
Art in the Hallway
Continues through October
Meritus Medical Center
Area between the hospital's main entrance and Same Day Surgery Center
11116 Medical Campus Road
Hagerstown
Artwork by Sue Bell 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.
Paintings by Kirsten Lee
Continues through Monday, Oct. 31 - Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.; reception Sunday, Sept. 11 - 2 to 4 p.m.
South Jefferson Public Library
49 Church St.
Summit Point, W.Va.
Photography, paint and mixed media. Call 304-725-6227 or go to www.sojeffersonlibrary.com.
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 will change every two months throughout 2022. 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 about the museum, go to www.facebook.com/BoonsboroughMuseum
FAMILY
Explore! Program for Kids
Thursday, Oct. 13 - 4 to 5 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
The theme will be Amazing Leaves! Students will learn about why leaves are so important and about their life cycle. Activities include a storybook about leaves, a leaf game and a leaf lantern craft to take home. All program activities are outside. Sessions are taught by Institute educators. Students may attend any or all sessions. Registration and payment are required in advance. $6; $5 members of The Institute. Attendance is limited. To register, go to www.Natureandcultureinstitute.org.
Story Trail: 'There's a Witch in Your Book'
Daily through October - 8 a.m. to sunset
Greenbrier State Park
21843 National Pike
East of Hagerstown
Walk along the Green Trail, an easy 0.8 mile trail, which begins by the visitor center and read Tom Fletcher's "There's a Witch in Your Book." Books are appropriate for preschoolers and early elementary. Stop by the bulletin board and check "The Green Trail at Greenbrier State Park" brochure."
LECTURE
Penn State Mont Alto Evening Talk
Thursday, Oct. 13 - 7:30 p.m.
Penn State Mont Alto
Live and via Zoom
General Studies Auditorium
1 Campus Drive
Mont Alto, Pa.
Alyssa Clever and Sammi Deibel discuss Changing the Law, One Crime at a Time: Pick Your Poison and Rainmar Leguarda discusses Tips to Make the Most out of an Internship. View the night sky through telescopes from 8:45 to 10 p.m. in the field between the General Studies Building and Orchard Road, weather permitting. If it's cloudy the star party will be canceled. To register for the talk, go to tinyurl.com/mrnjzm2r or Zoom tinyurl.com/4pkkyme5. To register for the star party, go to tinyurl.com/3bapxk8u.
MUSIC
Three Dog Night
Thursday, Oct. 13 - 7:30 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Three Dog Night had 21 consecutive Top 40 hits. Tickets cost $44 to $59. Go to www.luhrscenterboxoffice.com/ or go to 717-477-7469.
Friday, Oct. 14
EXHIBITS
In-Sights
Continues through Saturday, Oct. 29 - 5 to 8 p.m. Fridays; 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays; and by appointment.
Gallery 50
50 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Hosted by The Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro. The exhibit showcases the work of five artists — Kirby Heltebridle, Robyn Jacobs, Patricia McCleary and Ann Ruppert — and photographs by Dan Mangan. Call 717-655-2500 or go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
'It's a Fright'
Continues through Sunday, Oct. 30 - 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.
Hagerstown City Park
Hagerstown
An exhibit by Valley Art Association members. Call 301-797-2867 or go to www.facebook.com/ValleyArtAssociation.Hagerstown.Md
'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.
Members' Work from The Foundry
Continues through Thursday, Oct. 13 - Hours are Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Foundry
100 S. Main St.
Chambersburg, Pa.
Paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures and more. Call 717-264-2783 or email philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
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.
FAMILY
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays - 1 to 5 p.m.
Hagerstown Roundhouse Museum
296 S. Burhans Blvd., U.S. 11
Hagerstown
Thomas the Tank Engine layouts, O three-rail interactive layout and Midwood Junction layout, O-scale two-rail and HO-scale layouts, historic photo and document display, railroad artifacts and more. $6; $1, for children ages 4 through 16; free for children 3 and younger . Call 301-739-4665 or go to www.roundhouse.org.
LECTURE
Culture & Cocktails: Myths and Lore of Western Maryland
Friday, Oct. 14 - doors open, 5:30 p.m.; event, 6 p.m.
Miller House Museum
135 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Author Susan Fair will highlight the bizarre beasts, odd characters and unsolved mysteries that make up legends and lore of Western Maryland. The featured cocktail will be The Candy Apple. $15 plus $2.55 fee; zoom admission costs $5 plus $1.94 fee. For tickets and information, go to tinyurl.com/52kzbzej.
Author and Storyteller Jeffrey Ryan
Friday, Oct. 14 - 7 p.m.
National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Author and storyteller Jeffrey Ryan will talk about his new book, "This Land was Saved for You and Me: How Gifford Pinchot, Frederick Law Olmsted and a Band of Foresters Rescued America's Public Lands." For information, call 304-876-7276 or email mark_madison@fws.gov.
MUSIC
Jon Ingels
Friday, Oct. 14 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Free. Go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Friday, Oct. 14 - 7:30 p.m.
Shepherd University
Frank Arts Center
260 University Drive
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
$15; $10, Shepherd faculty, staff, alumni, senior citizens, active duty military and students age 18 and younger; free for Shepherd students with a Rambler ID. Go to www.shepherd.edu/music/event-ticket-and-registrations/.
Oleta Adams
Friday, Oct. 14 - 8 p.m.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Rhythm and blues and Gospel. Tickets cost $30 to $40. Discounts for military, seniors age 62 and older, students, Frederick City employees and Frederick Arts Council members. Call 301-600-2828 or go to https://weinbergcenter.org/shows/oleta-adams/.
ONSTAGE
'MacBeth'
Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. 15 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Maryland Entertainment Group will present one of William Shakespeare's spookiest tales, involving a Scottish king. Recommended for those 12 and older due to violence. $35; $15 for students. Call 301-790-2000 or go to www.mdtheatre.org/macbeth.
'Go Back for Murder'
Fridays, Oct. 14 and 21, Saturdays, Oct. 15 and 22 - 8 p.m.; Sundays, Oct. 16 and 23 - 2:30 p.m.
Old Opera House Theater Company
204 N. George St.
Charles Town, W.Va.
Carla Crale believes her mother, who died in prison, was wrongly convicted of her father's murder. $22; $15 for 17 and younger; $19 for military and seniors age 65 and older and students aged 18 to 25. www.oldoperahouse.org/upcoming-shows/gobackformurder or call 304-725-4420.
Connecting with Your Loved Ones with Medium Debbie
Friday, Oct. 14 - doors open at 6:30 p.m., event, 7 p.m.
The View Studio
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Debbie Wojciechowski provides sensitive readings with loved ones who have passed. Tickets cost $60 each plus fees. www.themarylandtheatre.com/medium.
'The Thanksgiving Play'
Friday, Oct. 14, Saturday, Oct. 15 - 7 p.m.
Shepherd University
301 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Contemporary Theater Studies program announces the regional premiere of "The Thanksgiving Play." A troupe of "woke" artists struggles to find the meeting point of celebrating both Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Month. Tickets are pay-what-you-will. Admission is free for Shepherd students with a valid Rambler ID. For information and tickets, go to www.shepherd.edu/theater/get-tickets.
'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, Oct. 15
FAMILY
Fall Craft Bazaar
Saturday, Oct. 15, and Sunday, Oct. 16 - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fort Ritchie Community Center
14421 Lake Royer Drive
Cascade
More than 60 vendors. Fall gifts and decorations, pumpkin patch and hayrides, concessions, family activities and more. Call 301-241-5085 or go to thefrcc.org.
Cruise-in
Saturday, Oct. 15 - noon to 4 p.m.
In front of Williamsport Town Hall
Conococheague Street
Williamsport
Food by CoCo Grill, music and 50/50 drawing. Call 301-573-1501 or email jmb@myactv.net.
Shepherdstown Fairy Festival
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct 16 - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sam Michaels Park
235 Sam Michaels Lane
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Family-friendly. Live music, appearances by children's authors and more than 70 vendors. Children's book authors Bruce Coville and Michael Buckley will present and sign autographs on Saturday. Author and illustrator Kevin O'Malley will give away drawings all weekend. Chlid-oriented activities, including 50-cent carnival games and $5 crafts, as well as interactive exhibit of snakes and raptors. Costumes are encouraged but not required. For anyone 13 or older, admission is $15 per day or $25 for two days. A $60 ticket includes an autographed art poster and a tote bag. Children 12 and younger are admitted free. For tickets, go to tinyurl.com/FairiesAreComing. For a complete schedule and entertainers, go to www.TheFairiesAreComing.com.
Hagerstown Fiber Fest
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Vendors of fiber items including tools and accessories, demonstrations and a place to sit and work on your latest project. tinyurl.com/57ex8ah2.
163rd Anniversary of John Brown's Raid at Harpers Ferry
Saturday, Oct. 15, and Sunday, Oct. 16 - 1 and 3 p.m.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Lower town on the Green at the U.S. Armory Fire Engine House
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Experience John Brown's Raid through stories of U.S. Marines, townspeople, formerly enslaved men and women and John Brown. Park entrance fee is required. www.nps.gov/hafe/index.htm.
FUNDRAISERS
Step 'N Stride and Breast Cancer Survivor Parade
Saturday, Oct. 15 - registration, 8:30 a.m.; opening ceremonies, 9:30 a.m.
Hagerstown Community College
Meet outside of the Athletic Recreation and Community Center
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Awareness Cumber Valley. The event will take place outdoors and will feature a single lap Breast Cancer Survivor Car Parade, followed by the walk. To participate, register at www.bcacv.org/step-n-stride. $30 for individual walkers; team, $30 registration fee; join a team, $30 registration. https://www.bcacv.org/step-n-stride/register.
Sweet Walk to Remember
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 2:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Norlo Park
3050 Lincoln Way East
Fayetteville, Pa.
Walk to raise awareness, funds and resources to support Sweet Grace Ministries, a Chambersburg-based nonprofit that helps families dealing with infant loss. Program will include speakers, candle-lighting and a one-mile walk beginning at 5:30 p.m. Advance registration is encouraged but not required. On-site registration and check-in will begin at 2:30 p.m. A virtual program will be available for those unable to attend in person. To register or donate, go to sweetgraceministries.com.
Roast Beef Dinner
Saturday, Oct. 15 - doors open at 3:30 p.m.; dinner from 4 to 6 p.m.
Potomac Valley Fire Company
2202 Dargan School Road
Sharpsburg
The menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, homemade rolls, iced tea, soda and water. Apple dumplings will be sold. The dinner costs $12. Proceeds benefit Potomac Valley Fire Company.
Chicken Barbecue, Ham Sandwich, Bake and Soup Sale
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 9 a.m. until sold out
Boonsboro Ambulance And Rescue Co.
7619 Old National Pike
Boonsboro
Orders may be picked up starting at 9 a.m. until sold out. A chicken dinner costs $11 and includes half a chicken, baked beans and applesauce; half chicken $9; fried country ham sandwich $6; a variety of quarts of soup $8; variety of baked goods available. Reserve orders until 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 14 or stop by the station and purchase until sold out. To reserve orders, call 301-667-2301.
LECTURE
'Black Eyewitnesses to the Battle of Antietam'
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 11:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Newcomer House front porch
18422 Shepherdstown Pike
Keedysville
The Heart of the Civil War Heritage Area will host historian and author Dr. Emilie Amt for a talk on "Black Eyewitnesses to the Battle of Antietam." The Newcomer House will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteer docents will be available to share knowledge about the Newcomer House. Call 240-308-1740 or email rachel@heartofthecivilwar.org.
MUSIC
Hancock Harvest Hoedown
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 6:30 p.m.
Hancock Middle/Senior High School Auditorium
289 W. Main St.
Hancock
A showcase of musical talent from the Tri-State area in the tradition of the Louisiana Hayride with songs, jokes and skits. Free; donations accepted. For information, call Jeanne with Hancock Lioness Lions Club at 717-294-3912. Refreshments will be provided by Hancock High School Band.
Chatham Rabbits
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 8 p.m.
New Spire Arts
15 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Chatham Rabbits will perform tracks off their latest album, "If You See Me Riding By." Tickets cost $21.75 plus fee. For tickets, go to Weinbergcenter.org or call 301-600-2828.
ONSTAGE
'Veronica's Room'
Saturdays, Oct. 15, 22 and Friday, Oct. 21 - 6 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 23 - 1 p.m.
Washington County Playhouse
44 N. Potomac St., rear
Hagerstown
A mystery thriller by the author of "Rosemary's Baby." $59.50; $49.50, ages 5 to 12; $53.50, members of military only and first responder, police and fire, responder only. Tickets include dinner and show. All tickets subject to a $2 order fee. Children 4 and younger will not be admitted. Call 301-739-7469 or go to washingtoncountyplayhouse.com/.
OUTDOORS
Western Maryland Rail Trail Guided Bike Tour
Saturday, Oct. 15 - 10 a.m.
Meet at the Park and Ride lot
273 E. Main St.
Hancock
Journey to the old Round Top Cement Works and learn about its history during this ranger-led bike tour on the Western Maryland Rail Trail. The ride is about 8 miles long round-trip and is taken at a leisurely pace. Hosted by Fort Frederick State Park. Call 301-842-2155.
Sunday, Oct. 16
FAMILY
Halloween Art Workshop for Kids
Sunday, Oct. 16 - 10 a.m. to noon
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Young artists get to make spooktacular crafts to take home. $15; $10, members. Register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to www.wcmfa.org.
MUSIC
Home Free: Road Sweet Road Tour with Special Guest Erin Kinsey
Sunday, Oct. 16 - 3:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
All-vocal country entertainers. Tickets cost $48 to $68. Go to www.mdtheatre.org/home-free or go to 301-790-2000.
Back to Basics with Hagerstown Choral Arts
Sunday, Oct. 16 - 4 p.m.
Hagerstown Church of the Brethren
15 S. Mulberry St.
Hagerstown
The concert will include hymns and spirituals. Free admission; freewill offering. Go to hca-md.org.
Shepherd Music Voice Faculty Recital
Sunday, Oct. 16 - 2:30 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
$10; free for museum members and those 12 and younger. Go to wcmfa.org/ or call 301-739-5727.
Waynesboro Community Concert Association
Sunday, Oct. 16 - 3 p.m.
Waynesboro Area Senior High School
Oyer Auditorium
550 E. Second St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Jim McDonough Piano Favorites will perform. Tickets Cost $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.
Monday, Oct. 17
CLASS
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Monday, Oct. 17 - Beginner class, 5:30 p.m.; advanced class, 6:30 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Center Stage
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Six-class course meets Mondays, Oct. 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14 and 21. Advance registration is required. Tickets cost $35. For tickets, go to www.luhrscenterboxoffice.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=31 or call 717-477-7469 or purchase tickets in person.
Tuesday, Oct. 18
LECTURE
'Antiques and Collectibles: Just the Basics, Please'
Tuesday, Oct. 18 - 7 p.m.
Via Zoom
William V. Jones from the State Library Resource Center will discuss "Antiques and Collectibles: Just the Basics, Please." The event is sponsored by the Smithsburg branch of Washington County Free Library. To register, go to wcfl.librarymarket.com/events/upcoming.
Absinthe and Art Nouveau
Tuesday, Oct. 18 - 6 to 8 p.m.
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park
401 Museum Drive
Hagerstown
Learn about the notorious "green fairy." Share an absinthe-based cocktail, learn about absinthe in art history and immerse yourself in the avant-garde world of art and literature represented in the exhibition From the Pages of PAN. Creative dress is encouraged. $30 per person; $25 for museum members and includes one drink ticket and light horse d'oeuvres. Attendance is limited; register in advance. Contact Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org or go to www.wcmfa.org.
'Astrobiology's Three Big Questions'
Tuesday Oct. 18 - 7 p.m.
Shepherd University
Scarborough Library Reading Room
209 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Shepherd University's Scarborough Society Art and Lecture Series will feature William Kramer, Ph.D., leading a journey through astrobiology's three big questions: How did life begin and evolve, what is our future in the universe and is there life beyond Earth and how can we detect it? The presentation will explore the science and philosophy that drives these questions, and the discoveries being made in the United States and worldwide. Free. A reception will follow. Call 304-876-5397 or go to shepherduniversityfoundation.org/.
ONSTAGE
The Price is Right Live - On Stage
Tuesday, Oct. 18 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car. The show features the TV show's games. Tickets cost $50 to $150. For tickets, go to www.mdtheatre.org/price-right.
Thursday, Oct. 20
FAMILY
Explore! Program for Kids
Thursday, Oct. 20 - 4 to 5 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
Fall Fun and Fort Building.The program introduces STEM concepts. Seasonal nature story book, guided "wondering walk" through the forest, build a lean-to structure with natural materials. All program activities are outside. Students may attend any or all sessions. Registration and payment are required in advance. $6; $5 members of The Institute. Attendance is limited. To register, go to www.Natureandcultureinstitute.org.
LECTURE
Middleburg/Mason-Dixon Line Historical Society Program
Thursday, Oct. 20 - 7 p.m.
State Line Ruritan Building
State Line Community Park
15481 Park Drive
State Line, Pa.
Guest speaker Heather A. Wade, archivist for Franklin County, Pa., will present "Introduction to the New Franklin County Archives." Free. Call 301-739-0357 or go to www.middleburgmasondixon.org.
MUSIC
Organ Rededication Concert
Sunday, Oct. 20 - 4 p.m.
Trinity Lutheran Church
15 Randolph Ave.
Hagerstown
The concert will feature The Seipp/Sheets Duo. Free. Call 301-733-2878.
Friday, Oct. 21
MUSIC
Jill Fulton Trio with David Gorozdos and Jeff Shoop
Friday, Oct. 21 - 8 to 10 p.m.
Nick's Airport Inn
14548 Pennsylvania Ave.
Hagerstown
Kerensa Gray
Friday, Oct. 21 - 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Free. Go to www.artsalliancegw.org.
We Banjo 3
Friday, Oct. 21 - 8 p.m.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Music from the traditions of Americana, Bluegrass and Celtic. Tickets cost $35 on the day of the show, $30 in advance. Discounts for military, seniors age 62 and older, students, Frederick City employees, Frederick Arts Council members. weinbergcenter.org/.
ONSTAGE
Kevin James
Friday, Oct. 21 - 7:30 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Standup comedy. Tickets cost $59 to $99. www.mdtheatre.org/kevin-james or call 301-790-2000.
Saturday, Oct. 22
DANCE
Hagerstown Country Western Dance Association
Saturday, Oct. 22 - 7 p.m.
Maugansville Ruritan Building
18007 Maugans Ave.
Hagerstown
Country and western dancing. $7; $5 members.
FAMILY
2022 STEAM Festival
Saturday, Oct. 22 - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hagerstown Community College
Outside - Parking Lot K
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
STEAM exhibits, hands-on activities and competitions, a pumpkin patch, food, music and more. Free admission and parking. Refreshments available. Sponsored by Hagerstown Community College, Washington County Free Library and Beacon House. Free admission. For information, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/steam.
4-State Food Truck Fest
Saturday, Oct. 22 - noon to 7 p.m.
Queen Street will be blocked off for the event
Downtown Martinsburg, W.Va.
Food trucks from the surrounding four-state area will complete for a grand prize of $500 and bragging rights. Free parking and entrance all day. Kid zone with inflatables, face painting. For adults, cold beer at the beer garden. Go to tinyurl.com/3dvea6mc.
MUSIC
Mark Bryan with The Screaming Trojans
Saturday, Oct. 22 - 8 p.m.
Weinberg Center for the Arts
20 W. Patrick St.
Frederick, Md.
Mark Bryan, lead guitarist and co-founder of Hootie & The Blowfish, will perform tracks off his new solo album. He will be joined by The Screaming Trojans. Tickets cost $30 plus service charge. Go to weinbergcenter.org/performances/ or call 301-600-2828.
ONSTAGE
Tracy Morgan: No Disrespect
Saturday, Oct. 22 - 9 p.m.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races
750 Hollywood Drive
Charles Town, W.Va.
Standup comedy. Tickets cost $65 to $100. For tickets, go to https://www.hollywoodcasinocharlestown.com/entertainment/event-center or call 800-795-7001.
Sunday, Oct. 23
MUSIC
Hagerstown Community Concerts: The Everly Set: Tribute to the Everly Brothers
Sunday, Oct. 23 - 3 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Lead singers Sean and Jack keep the music of The Everly Brothers alive with renditions of "Wake Up Little Susie," "When Will I Be Loved" and other hits. Tickets cost $30 plus fees; children's admission $10 plus fees. For information and tickets, go to mdtheatre.org/hagerstown-community-concerts#everly or call 301-790-2000.
Wednesday, Oct. 26
FAMILY
Medium Cheslea McBride
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 6 p.m.
Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library
151 Polk St.
Harpers Ferry, W.Va.
Medium Chelsea McBride will read auras and tell ghost stories. Sign up for the free program by calling 304-535-2301 or by stopping at the library.
LECTURES
Valley Art Association General Meeting with Art Demonstration
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 7 p.m.
Mansion House Art Center & Gallery
City Park
480 Highland Ave.
Hagerstown
The Valley Art Association business meeting will be followed by a demonstration by Baltimore art instructor David Buckley Good on the use of underpainting as the first color stage of "indirect painting." Free and open to the public.
Homer Hickam
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 8 p.m.
H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center
1871 Old Main Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Author of the memoir "Rocket Boys," also known as "October Sky." A book signing will follow. A limited number of books will be available for purchase in the lobby, or bring your own. Free admission; no ticket required. Call 717-477-7469 or go to www.luhrscenter.com/.
MUSIC
The Alsatia Club Inc. Presents The Buckinghams
Wednesday, Oct. 26 - 7 p.m.
The Maryland Theatre
21 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Known for pop rock from the 1960s and 1970s. Staff Infection opens the show at 7 p.m., followed by The Buckinghams at 7:45 p.m. Tickets cost $30. For tickets and information, go to www.mdtheatre.org/buckinghams.
Thursday, Oct. 27
FAMILY
Explore! Program for Kids
Thursday, Oct. 27 - 4 to 5 p.m.
Pine Hill Recreation Area
12684 Mentzer Gap Road
Waynesboro, Pa.
All About Pumpkins. Kids will learn about the many kinds, sizes, shapes and different colors of pumpkins, play a pumpkin ring toss game and the Wandering Pumpkin game, and take home a recipe for roasting their own pumpkin seeds. They'll also create pom-pom pumpkins. All program activities are outside. Sessions are taught by Institute educators. Students may attend any or all sessions. Registration and payment are required in advance. $6; $5 members of The Institute. Attendance is limited. To register, go to www.Natureandcultureinstitute.org.
LECTURE
Let's Talk Art Explores PAN
Thursday, Oct. 27 - 6 p.m.
Via Zoom
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts staff will lead a conversation about the museum's special exhibition "From the Pages of PAN: Art Nouveau Prints, 1895-1900," featuring works by Auguste Rodin, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Paul Signac and others. To get the Zoom link, register at www.wcmfa.org, call 301-739-5727 or email drastelli@wcmfa.org.
This article originally appeared on The Herald-Mail: There is plenty to do around Hagerstown and Franklin County, Pa.
